Frontier Regional School Committee Addresses Financial Challenges and Educational Initiatives

Overview: The Frontier Regional School Committee meeting covered a range of topics, including financial challenges related to health insurance and rural aid cuts, the approval of a student trip to Argentina, and the introduction of new educational initiatives. The committee also discussed the implications of recent MCAS performance metrics and efforts to enhance equity within the school district.

Sunderland Select Board Discusses Ambulance Procurement Amid Budget Concerns

Overview: At the recent Sunderland Select Board meeting, discussions centered around the urgent procurement of new ambulances for the town’s emergency services. This need was highlighted against a backdrop of budgetary concerns and the necessity to maintain reliable emergency response capabilities. The board also addressed the temporary appointment of an assistant town administrator due to the current administrator’s impending medical leave, along with preparations for an upcoming special town meeting.

Sunderland Select Board Advances Ambulance Replacement Plan Amid Financial and Operational Discussions

Overview: During the recent Sunderland Select Board meeting, attention was given to the procurement and replacement of the town’s aging ambulance fleet. The board debated strategies for establishing a regular replacement schedule to ensure operational readiness while managing financial implications. In addition to this, the meeting addressed a key grant application for upgrading the building management system at Sunderland Elementary School, and various licensing applications for local events.

Sunderland Select Board Extends Bubs Barbecue Liquor License Suspension Until October 20th

Overview: The Sunderland Select Board meeting saw the extension of Bubs Barbecue’s liquor license suspension until October 20th due to a lack of insurance, alongside the approval of the Big River Chestnut Fall event’s entertainment license and discussions about scheduling a special town meeting.

Sunderland Select Board Suspends Bub’s Barbecue Liquor License Amid Insurance Compliance Issues

Overview: The Sunderland Select Board took decisive action during its recent meeting, opting to suspend the liquor license of Bub’s Barbecue due to the establishment’s failure to maintain required liquor liability insurance. Additional discussions during the meeting addressed the renewal of the Upper Pioneer Valley Veterans Service District agreement, the feasibility of renovating the South County Senior Center, and lease issues concerning FCAT.