- MA
- Hampshire County
- 3/13/24
- 03/14/2024
- 88 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Southampton School Committee recently convened to address issues pertaining to the school district, including the fiscal year budget, school calendar discrepancies, and the implementation of a more robust code of conduct for facility rentals. Amidst these deliberations, the committee also touched upon the salary range for the incoming superintendent, the opening of School of Choice slots, and security enhancements.
- MA
- Essex County
- 3/12/24
- 03/13/2024
- 160 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Newbury Select Board meeting centered on a variety of topics with implications for the town’s future. Among the most debated issues was the Sunset Club’s request for an extension of their entertainment license for a wedding event. The board also covered discussions on the potential transition from the Peg access funding model to a municipal model, the debate over the involvement of finance committee members on the Capital Planning Committee, and the regional initiative to standardize animal control bylaws.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 3/12/24
- 03/13/2024
- 98 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Granby School Committee, a debate surrounding the 2024-2025 school calendar and concerns over the budget and special education costs took center stage. The meeting revealed frustrations from the Granby Educators Association (GAA) over the decision-making process regarding the school calendar, discussion on school choice availability, and the need for purchasing solar eclipse glasses for an upcoming event. Additionally, the search for a new superintendent and challenges with the current bus situation were addressed.
- MA
- Essex County
- 3/11/24
- 03/11/2024
- 176 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Methuen School Committee’s recent meeting brought to light several issues, with the debate over high school student parking fees emerging as one of notable topics. The discussion on the appropriate amount for the parking fee revealed a divide among committee members, with arguments ranging from significant reductions to the complete elimination of the charge. The concern was primarily centered around the financial burden on students and their families, particularly those with lower incomes, and the committee considered the fee’s impact, fairness, and potential adjustments, including a sliding scale for equity.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 3/11/24
- 03/12/2024
- 51 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Blandford Select Board addressed a range of issues, from public safety concerns involving a condemned house to intricate budget discussions around IT costs and educational assessments. The need for maintenance on public buildings and talks on collective bargaining for the highway department also featured prominently.