New Director of Assessing Takes Helm in East Longmeadow Amid Tax Changes

Overview: East Longmeadow’s Board of Assessors meeting introduced Kianne Wel as the new Director of Assessing, succeeding the retired Diane Bishop. The meeting covered various fiscal updates, including new tax rates and assessment procedures affecting residents’ upcoming tax bills.

East Longmeadow Planning Board Advances Brownfields Grant Application Amid Site Cleanup Plans

Overview: The East Longmeadow Planning Board addressed several matters during its recent meeting, with a key focus on the Carlin Combustion site on Maple Street. The board discussed the application for a Brownfields cleanup grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and examined strategies for managing existing contamination, reflecting broader efforts to revitalize the area and ensure environmental safety.

East Longmeadow Board of Health Proposes New Regulations on Nicotine Pouch Sales

Overview: The East Longmeadow Board of Health held a meeting on January 15, 2026, where they approved new regulations to limit nicotine content in oral nicotine pouches. The meeting also covered recycling achievements, health department updates, and community engagement initiatives.

East Longmeadow School Committee Selects Dr. Joanne Menard as New Superintendent

Overview: In a decision impacting the future of East Longmeadow Public Schools, the School Committee voted to appoint Dr. Joanne Menard as the new superintendent, following a thorough interview process and extensive deliberation.

East Longmeadow School Committee Chooses Dr. Joanne Manard as New Superintendent

Overview: The East Longmeadow School Committee has decided to hire Dr. Joanne Manard as the new superintendent, following a thorough selection process involving two finalists. The decision, finalized with a four-to-one vote, was made contingent on successful contract negotiations, which Dr. Manard has agreed to enter.