- MA
- Hampshire County
- 4/23/24
- 04/24/2024
- 34 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a notable development within the Granby School District, the latest School Committee meeting laid out substantive updates and initiatives across various aspects of the educational system. The gathering touched upon the growth of advanced courses, the implementation of a new dual enrollment Early College policy, strides in equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), as well as the process of the superintendent search, among other topics.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 4/23/24
- 04/24/2024
- 103 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Holyoke School Committee focused on the potential renaming of a school and in-depth discussions on budget planning for the upcoming school year. The committee considered the implications of altering the school’s name, mascot, and colors, alongside engaging in comprehensive budget-related conversations. The topics of local control, state funding, and long-term sustainability of the school budget were also prominent during the meeting.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 4/22/24
- 04/22/2024
- 86 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Westport Select Board focused on a variety of issues facing the town, with coastal management and infrastructure updates being at the forefront. The board discussed the urgency of addressing flooding on East Beach, concerns about sewer systems and septic requirements, and the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds for town projects.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 4/22/24
- 04/22/2024
- 170 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston City Council recently convened to scrutinize a proposed $4.64 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2025, presented by Mayor Michelle Wu’s administration. The expansive budget aims to leverage the city’s economic growth to enhance public health, safety, city services, and housing while maintaining fiscal responsibility and a coveted triple-A credit rating.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 4/18/24
- 04/19/2024
- 42 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Westport School Committee meeting addressed a range of issues, including the reorganization of the committee, approval of subcommittee appointments, and discussion of the district’s financial situation. The committee approved Evan Gendreau for the chair position and Melissa Pacheco for the vice-chair position, with both nominations receiving a second. Members also discussed and voted on appointments for various subcommittees, such as the Audit Committee and the Mask Policy Review Subcommittee, as well as representatives for the Collective Bargaining Representatives WFT and ASME.