Acton Select Board Discusses New Technology, Budget Adjustments, and Public Safety Enhancements

Overview: The Acton Select Board meeting focused on a range of topics, including the implementation of new technology in the town clerk’s office, budget adjustments across various departments, and enhancements in public safety operations.

Reading Municipal Light Department Board Deliberates on Renewable Energy Certificates and Union Agreements

Overview: The Reading Municipal Light Department Board meeting, conducted via Zoom and streamed on RCTV, addressed concerns regarding renewable energy certificates and union agreements. The board explored the potential increase in retirement percentages for renewable energy certificates, considered the implications of union contract agreements, and discussed operational strategies for future infrastructure projects.

East Longmeadow School Committee Chooses Dr. Joanne Manard as New Superintendent

Overview: The East Longmeadow School Committee has decided to hire Dr. Joanne Manard as the new superintendent, following a thorough selection process involving two finalists. The decision, finalized with a four-to-one vote, was made contingent on successful contract negotiations, which Dr. Manard has agreed to enter.

Nashoba Regional School Committee Reviews FY27 Budget Proposals and Health Insurance Challenges

Overview: The Nashoba Regional School Committee meeting on January 14, 2026, focused on in-depth discussions about the fiscal year 2027 budget proposals, emphasizing special education funding and health insurance challenges. A preliminary budget was presented, highlighting an operational budget proposal of $74.9 million. The meeting also explored collective bargaining agreements and various health insurance options.

Whittier Regional Technical School Committee Faces Union Health Insurance Dispute and Approves Student Trips

Overview: The Whittier Regional Vocational Technical School Committee meeting was marked by a significant presentation from the Whittier Regional Educators Association regarding ongoing disputes over employee health insurance premiums. The committee also approved several student activities, including overnight field trips for competitions.