Conway Selectboard Plans Systematic Overhaul for Flag Maintenance and Waste Management

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Conway Selectboard tackled community issues, prominently flag maintenance on town properties and improvements to waste management practices. The board discussed strategies for both.

Conway Selectboard Approves New CDL Driver and Plans for Environmental Initiatives

Overview: The Conway Selectboard meeting held on October 21st covered several topics, including the hiring of a new CDL driver for the highway department, the approval of a contract for a street light study, and discussions on environmental initiatives and tax work-off program parameters. The board unanimously approved the hiring of Raymond Miscavage as a CDL driver, discussed measures for invasive species management, and decided on the maintenance strategy for Bigalow Meadow.

Conway School Committee Reviews Capital Planning Amid Academic and Infrastructure Concerns

Overview: The Conway School Committee meeting addressed several issues, focusing on infrastructure repairs and academic performance, particularly in the context of standardized testing. The committee discussed necessary capital improvements, including concrete repairs and boiler replacements, while also reviewing student performance in math and English Language Arts, highlighting disparities in achievement related to socioeconomic factors.

Frontier Regional School Committee Faces Backlash Over Proposed Policy Changes Affecting Homeschoolers

Overview: The Frontier Regional School Committee recently held a meeting where a notable topic was the proposed policy changes that would exclude homeschooled students from participating in the district’s extracurricular activities, including sports. Community members were vocal in their opposition, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and urging the committee to reconsider the changes.

Hydro Facility Revaluation Leads to 75% Personal Property Tax Increase in Conway

Overview: The Conway Selectboard meeting on October 7th revolved around several discussions, with the revaluation of hydro facilities and its tax implications taking center stage. The board also addressed issues related to agenda posting practices, highway department salaries, and financial assistance programs for seniors.