Medford School Committee Tackles Budget Shortfall and Revenue Management

Overview: The Medford School Committee recently held a meeting focused on addressing a budget shortfall for FY24 and scrutinizing the district’s revenue management and collection practices. The Finance Director reported that the budget shortfall had been reduced to approximately $250,000 through various adjustments. The committee also engaged in discussions on potential deficits in revolving funds, revenue discrepancies in Community Schools, and the need for a review of program rates and fees.

Boston City Council Tackles Housing and Health Equity

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Boston City Council addressed several issues, with a strong emphasis on improving the living conditions and health equity for Boston residents. The council discussed matters ranging from housing affordability for city employees to violence prevention strategies and the impact of a proposed plan at the Shattuck Hospital.

Yarmouth Committee Supports IT Department’s Public Safety Fiber Grant

Overview: In a recent Yarmouth Economic Development Committee meeting, the discussion of a $250,000 grant request by the IT department to improve the town’s fiber connectivity infrastructure for public safety emerged as a significant item. The grant, aimed at replacing the existing inet infrastructure serviced by Comcast fiber, prompted debate over the potential public safety risks should the remaining strands be compromised. The committee voted to support the grant application, proposing up to a 5% match for the project.

Chatham Township Council Addresses 2024 Budget and Sustainable Development

Overview: The Chatham Township Council meeting addressed the 2024 Municipal operating budget and sustainable development, with a focus on maintaining a stable tax rate while enhancing township services and infrastructure. Discussions also included the update of the Natural Resource Inventory (NRI), public transportation for a future affordable housing development, and environmental initiatives aimed at recertifying for Sustainable Jersey.

New Bedford Tech Committee Addresses Student Placement and Teacher Support

Overview: The Greater New Bedford Regional Technical School Committee recently convened to discuss a series of issues ranging from student placements in freshman exploratory programs to the expansion of teacher support initiatives.