- MA
- Hampden County
- 5/20/24
- 05/21/2024
- 70 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Holyoke School Committee recently convened to address the issue of leadership roles within the committee, particularly the role of the mayor as the chair and the election of a vice chair. The meeting was dominated by debates surrounding the interpretation of the city charter and legal statutes, leading to confusion about the committee’s leadership structure.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 5/15/24
- 05/15/2024
- 11 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Acushnet Housing Authority is seeking substantial grant funding while also updating its policies to recognize Juneteenth as a federal holiday. During the recent meeting, the Authority discussed the pursuit of grants for energy improvements and maintenance, tenant survey results indicating above-average satisfaction, and the integration of Juneteenth into the employee handbook.
- FL
- Brevard County
- 5/14/24
- 05/14/2024
- 189 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Cocoa City Council recently held a meeting where they approved a $49 million grant application for the construction of the Cocoa multi-modal station. This notable move was part of a series of discussions that included updates on various transportation and infrastructure projects, as well as community concerns about homelessness and public safety.
- FL
- Pinellas County
- 5/13/24
- 05/13/2024
- 177 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Tarpon Springs Public Art Committee convened to address various matters concerning the city’s governance and community engagement. Discussions on potentially hiring a lobbyist and the reform of civil service were at the forefront of the meeting’s agenda.
- MA
- Plymouth County
- 5/13/24
- 05/14/2024
- 18 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Halifax Board of Selectmen met to discuss increases in town expenses and preparations for the upcoming town meeting. The board approved a series of line item transfers to address budget shortfalls in various accounts, including a 50% increase in the Town Hall electricity rate and additional expenses in payroll and insurance due to mid-year rate hikes and contract negotiations. The meeting also covered the declaration of a surplus vehicle, the process for the upcoming town meeting, and procedural adjustments for future meetings.