Southampton Select Board Tackles Health Insurance Crisis and Reviews Financial Stability

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Southampton Select Board addressed a range of issues, including the town’s financial health, the ongoing health insurance crisis affecting multiple towns, and the scheduling of a special town meeting.

Southampton School Committee Grapples with Budget Overspending and Policy Updates Amidst Recognition for Academic Success

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Southampton School Committee addressed budget overspending, acknowledged the district’s recognition for pre-pandemic math achievements, and considered updates to outdated policies.

Southampton Secures $82,770 Grant for Emergency Cooling Center at William Norris School

Overview: At the recent Southampton Select Board meeting, a significant announcement was made regarding the town’s successful acquisition of an $82,770 action grant from the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) program. This grant will support the development of an emergency cooling and air quality center at William Norris School, aimed at assisting vulnerable community members during extreme weather events. The initiative, titled “Project Stay Cool,” includes a feasibility study to assess infrastructure needs, operational logistics, and potential solar installations, with community engagement efforts focused on youth and seniors. The project is slated for completion by the end of June, with a kickoff meeting planned for mid-October.

Southampton Select Board Grapples with Rising Health Insurance Costs and Critical Budget Shortfall

Overview: The Southampton Select Board meeting on September 2, 2025, primarily addressed the town’s pressing financial challenges, including unexpectedly high health insurance costs and a projected budget shortfall that could reach two million dollars. The board also deliberated on the special town meeting’s scheduling concerns, the hazard mitigation plan update, and various community projects, while underscoring the need for strategic planning to navigate financial constraints.

Southampton Select Board Faces Financial Challenges Amidst Celebration Planning

Overview: In a meeting of the Southampton Select Board, critical financial concerns emerged alongside enthusiastic planning for upcoming community celebrations. The board discussed an impending special town meeting with a focus on a debt exclusion for the senior center and a considerable health insurance deficit, while also preparing for the town’s 250th anniversary event.