Bridgewater Town Council Discusses Opioid Settlement Funds and Community Issues

Overview: The Bridgewater Town Council meeting on September 5, 2023, highlighted several topics, including the allocation of opioid litigation settlement funds for enhancing community recovery programs, public safety concerns, and various ordinances and resolutions aimed at improving the town’s infrastructure and services.

Heated Debate Over Regressive Taxes Divides Shutesbury Finance Committee

Overview: The Shutesbury Finance Committee meeting featured a debate over the inclusion of a paragraph discussing the regressive nature of property taxes in a budget request letter, alongside discussions on budget proposal guidelines, upcoming meetings, and open meeting law compliance.

Newport City Council Approves Abatement for Long-Standing Nuisance Property on Hastings Avenue

Overview: The Newport City Council convened on September 5, 2024, addressing a range of issues, from nuisance code violations to upcoming infrastructure projects. The most development was the council’s decision to approve the abatement of a property on Hastings Avenue plagued by numerous code violations.

Sartell-St. Stephen School Board Discusses Funding Referendum and Facility Improvements

Overview: The Sartell-St. Stephen School Board met to deliberate on multiple issues, including a building bond referendum, facility improvements, and funding strategies. Adjustmentsttention was given to the potential tax impacts on residents and the need for strategic financial planning.

Tequesta Village Council Approves Increased Millage Rate Amid Budget Discussions

Overview: The Tequesta Village Council convened on September 5, 2024, to discuss and ultimately approve a proposed millage rate increase and the tentative budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025. The meeting’s primary focus was on budgetary matters, including the proposed millage rate, salary increases for village employees, and funding for various infrastructure projects.