Dighton Board of Selectmen Approves Five-Year Electricity Contract Amidst Discussions on School Renovations and Legal Concerns

Overview: The Dighton Board of Selectmen meeting saw the approval of a five-year electricity supply contract with Constellation Energy, projected to save the town on municipal electricity costs. This decision was made following a presentation by Charlotte Diago, representing Constellation Energy, who detailed the benefits of the proposed contract, including competitive pricing and the ability to adjust terms based on usage. The contract aims to lock in rates lower than current residential aggregation prices, with the first-year rate around 11.7 cents per kilowatt hour, down from the current 15.7 cents for residents.

Pleasantville School Board Faces Scrutiny Over New Roles and Technology Shortfalls

Overview: The Pleasantville School Board meeting on October 8, 2024, addressed various concerns from the public, including issues surrounding newly proposed positions within the school district and significant technology deficiencies impacting classroom instruction. Notable discussions included challenges with technology access, the introduction of a Dean of Students role, and curriculum policy changes.

Easthampton School Committee Addresses MCAS Graduation Requirement and ST Math Concerns

Overview: The Easthampton School Committee meeting was dominated by discussions on the removal of the 10th-grade MCAS as a graduation requirement and the controversial implementation of the ST Math program. The meeting also touched on collective bargaining agreements, student transportation, and curriculum alignment.

Methuen School Committee Enters Executive Session to Discuss Collective Bargaining Strategy

Overview: The Methuen School Committee convened remotely to discuss issues, most notably moving into an executive session to strategize around collective bargaining and litigation matters that could impact the district’s negotiations. No public input was recorded prior to this closed session.

Dunedin City Commission Approves New Firefighters’ Contract Amidst Post-Storm Recovery Efforts

Overview: The Dunedin City Commission meeting saw the approval of a new three-year collective bargaining agreement for firefighters and focused heavily on post-storm recovery efforts, including debris removal and infrastructure repair.