- MA
- Essex County
- 6/20/24
- 06/20/2024
- 78 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a move aimed at improving working conditions and employee benefits, the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School Committee unanimously approved the AFS CME custodial maintenance contract and moved forward with a Public Employee Committee (PEC) agreement to negotiate insurance premiums. The committee also addressed updates to the student handbook, including the inclusion of artificial intelligence guidelines, and discussed the superintendent’s evaluation and performance goals.
- FL
- Pinellas County
- 6/18/24
- 06/18/2024
- 158 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Treasure Island City Commission recently addressed a series of issues affecting the city, with the adoption of the Treasure Island connectivity plan standing out as a development. The plan, which focuses on enhancing safety and operational efficiency along Gulf Boulevard, was approved after a comprehensive safety study. The study identified a high number of crashes and proposed improvements including protected bike lanes, narrowed travel lanes, and intermittent landscape medians. Moreover, the City Commission authorized a temporary parking agreement with Middle Grounds Grill and a collective bargaining agreement with Sun Coast PBA, among other key items.
- FL
- Hendry County
- 6/18/24
- 06/18/2024
- 69 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Hendry County School Board meeting, the preliminary budget presentation for fiscal year 2025 took center stage. The meeting also celebrated the service of Melanie T for her 34 years in the district and reviewed the successful implementation of the school dining program by Sodexo, which showed positive financial impacts and increased meal diversity. Furthermore, the meeting covered the approval of collective bargaining agreements, personnel allocations, and curriculum adoption, as well as discussions on the PRK Pro building construction and the provision of feminine hygiene products in schools.
- MA
- Franklin County
- 6/17/24
- 06/18/2024
- 70 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Shutesbury Select Board meeting, the approval of a new police union contract was a point of discussion. The contract between the town and the Teamsters Local 404, which encompasses adjustments in uniform allowance, hourly wages, and holiday additions, was approved following a motion. Officer Peter was promoted to Sergeant, with accolades for his leadership and growth within the department.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 6/17/24
- 06/18/2024
- 70 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Southwick Select Board convened to discuss a series of community-centric topics, including concerns over the police lieutenant selection process and the allocation of $2.45 million for paving and infrastructure projects. Public comments opened the meeting with notable discourse on the recent police lieutenant promotion process, where community members voiced their support and disappointments. The board then shifted focus to the management of the Lake Preservation Program agreement with Suffield and the potential inclusion of an associate member from the Southwick Conservation Commission. The meeting also delved into the prospect of breaking up paving and drainage projects over two years and addressed other municipal matters such as sewer rates, heavy equipment rental contracts, and upcoming municipal appointments.