Longmeadow Select Board Tackles Tree Removal, Veterans’ Tax Abatement, and Retirement System Challenges

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Longmeadow Select Board, primary discussions revolved around the contentious removal of a potentially hazardous tree on Woolworth Street, a proposed increase in veterans’ tax abatements, and the complexities of the town’s involvement with the Hampton County Regional Retirement Board. The board also addressed several community initiatives, including street closures for events and sustainability efforts.

Data Breach in Longmeadow Schools Raises Concerns at Committee Meeting

Overview: The Longmeadow School Committee meeting on January 14, 2025, brought to light a significant data breach involving PowerSchool, affecting both staff and student data across the district. Additionally, the meeting covered a range of topics including new school improvement plans, updates on a middle school building project, and a change in graduation requirements following recent statewide elections.

Longmeadow Select Board Moves Forward with Fiber Network and Appoints New Assessors Board Member

Overview: The Longmeadow Select Board meeting on December 16th centered around discussions about a municipal fiber network project and appointments to the Board of Assessors. The board addressed concerns raised by residents and made decisions on appointments, including the unanimous selection of Mike Mlan to the Board of Assessors, which signified a shift towards new perspectives in town governance.

Longmeadow Select Board Moves Forward with Fiber Network and Appoints New Assessors Board Member

Longmeadow School Committee Opts for Construction Manager at Risk for School Project

Overview: In a decision that could expedite construction timelines and reduce disruptions, the Longmeadow School Committee voted unanimously to adopt the Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) method for an upcoming school project. This decision, made during the December 11 meeting, reflects the committee’s focus on minimizing school operation disruptions and managing logistics more effectively.