Frontier Regional School Committee Tackles Budget Increases and Graduation Standard Revisions

Overview: The Frontier Regional School Committee meeting focused on several issues, including a proposed budget increase of 2.32%, new competency determinations for graduation, and the impact of immigration law enforcement activities within schools. The Committee also addressed the financial assessments for the districts and the implications of recent changes in federal and state policies on local education systems.

Conway Selectboard Approves $17,000 HVAC Repair Amid Rising Waste Disposal Costs

Overview: At the Conway Selectboard meeting on February 10, 2025, financial decisions were made, including the approval of a $17,000 emergency HVAC repair for the local school and discussions surrounding increasing waste disposal costs at the town’s transfer station. The board also addressed budget allocations, committee appointments, and upcoming infrastructure hearings.

Conway School Committee Addresses Immigration Enforcement Policies Amid Budget Concerns

Overview: The Conway School Committee meeting was characterized by an in-depth examination of immigration enforcement policies within schools, alongside discussions on budgetary constraints and financial planning. Notably, the committee deliberated on ensuring schools remain safe havens, free from immigration enforcement actions, while also addressing fiscal challenges that could impact the town’s educational budget.

Conway Selectboard Confronts Flooding Challenges with PL 566 Program Participation

Overview: The recent Conway Selectboard meeting was dominated by discussions concerning the persistent flooding issues affecting key waterways, particularly Bloody Brook and Sugarloaf Brook. The board explored multiple strategies to address these challenges, including the potential benefits of joining the federally funded PL 566 program, which supports watershed protection and flood prevention efforts.

Conway Selectboard Approves Wage Increase and Discusses Public Safety and Infrastructure

Overview: In a recent Conway Selectboard meeting, several several decisions were made, including the approval of a wage increase for a local mechanic, updates on the public safety building, and deliberations on accessibility for personal care attendants. The board also supported grant applications for energy management and floodplain management projects, while addressing potential security improvements at the transfer station.