Granby School Committee Tackles Budget Challenges and Strategic Planning

Overview: The Granby School Committee recently convened to navigate the complexities of the school district’s budget amid financial constraints. The meeting was predominantly focused on addressing the budget deficit without compromising educational services, strategic budgeting to align with the school’s core values, and the potential impacts on students and staff.

Granby Select Board Deliberates on Gravel Pit Proposal

Overview: In a recent Granby Select Board meeting, the primary focus was on the debate surrounding a proposed gravel pit by LJ Development LLC. The proposal catalyzed a spectrum of public responses, with vocal concerns over environmental impact, public health, and community welfare. Additionally, the meeting touched on administrative matters, including a possible extension of town clerk office hours during elections, a resolution in support of paint stewardship legislation, and discussions about spring clean-up days and an appointment to the Police Advisory Board.

Granby School Committee Tackles Budget Challenges and Superintendent Search

Overview: The Granby School Committee recently convened to address issues facing the district, with the budget for the upcoming fiscal year and the search for a new superintendent taking center stage. Additionally, the committee made pivotal decisions regarding the process for selecting a new superintendent.

Granby Board Debates Office Closures and Inspection Schedules

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Granby Board of Assessors discussed several issues, including the potential closure of their office to the public on Fridays, the process of recertification and transitioning to online systems, and the logistics of cyclical property inspections. The board also touched on the integration of new construction into the system and the valuation of specialized equipment.

Granby Select Board Tackles Tax Abatements and Community Programs

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Granby Select Board delved into discussions on potentially increasing property tax abatements, instituting a Senior Walk workout program, and managing town personnel needs, including the search for a bookkeeper and the appointment of a Community Outreach Assistant (COA) director. The board also covered updates on the Green Communities initiative, the MassWorks project, and the Open Space Committee’s survey.