Dighton Honors Officers’ Heroism and Tackles Infrastructure Projects

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Dighton Board of Selectmen, commendations were issued to Patrolman Elmeter and Patrolman Schwarz for their quick and professional response to a tree-cutting accident, resulting in life-saving actions. The meeting also saw the appointment of Christopher Karen as a part-time Public Safety dispatcher, the renewal of Joseph Vado’s junk dealer’s license with additional operational conditions, and discussions on the proposed updates to the transfer station fees, Main Street Dage roadway and sidewalk reconstruction project, and the implementation of a solid waste fee to address the town’s budget deficit.

Brookline Select Board Advances Language Access Plan and CIP Funding

Overview: The Brookline Select Board meeting addressed community concerns, including the advancement of a language access plan and significant funding adjustments to the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The board also approved collective bargaining agreements, discussed the replacement of clay tennis courts, and debated the future use of Baldwin School for staff training.

Fall River Focuses on Superintendent Search with Emphasis on Community Engagement

Overview: In an effort towards securing the future of education in Fall River, the City Council’s recent meeting centered on the search for a new superintendent of schools. The council’s efforts underscored the importance of finding a candidate with a strong community-focused vision who can address issues such as youth violence, social-emotional well-being, and cultural sensitivity within the district.

Palisades Park Debates Anti-Semitism Resolution, Local Priorities

Overview: The Palisades Park Borough Council discussed a range of topics from local safety measures to the hiring of new borough personnel. Key among the discussions was a proposed resolution on anti-Semitism, which was tabled pending state legislation, and the council’s decision to not pass a resolution regarding a ceasefire in a foreign country, emphasizing local issues instead. The council also covered the town’s 125th-anniversary celebration, the establishment of cooling centers, and the hiring of a police records clerk and an assistant to the Police Director.

Brookline Select Board Approves New Language Access Plan

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Brookline Select Board made strides towards inclusivity, with a focus on the adoption of a language access plan designed to facilitate communication between the town’s diverse population and its government. This plan, a key topic of the meeting, aims to provide equitable access to public information and services for Limited English Proficiency (LEP) individuals. The plan includes translation of critical documents and interpretation services for public meetings, both in-person and virtually, with an emphasis on the use of bilingual staff and department liaisons to address specific language needs.