Littleton Finance Committee Deliberates Significant School Budget Increase Amid Financial Constraints

Overview: The recent Littleton Finance Committee meeting focused heavily on the proposed fiscal year 2026 school department budget, highlighting a challenging balance between necessary increases and fiscal constraints. The proposed budget, which seeks an increase of $975,200 from the current $26,418,189, faces scrutiny due to the town’s pressure to maintain a level-funded budget. The school department presented several offsets to manage the salary increase, proposing to reduce it to $425,000, a 1.6% rise over the previous year.

Littleton Board of Selectmen Discusses Critical Infrastructure Funding and Conservation Efforts

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Littleton Board of Selectmen tackled several issues, including the allocation of a $1 million grant for infrastructure projects, a significant conservation proposal for the Neog Hill Orchard area, and plans for historical preservation.

Littleton School Committee Faces Parent Concerns Over Grading Delays and Plans School Renovations

Overview: During a recent Littleton School Committee meeting, parents voiced concerns about grading delays affecting student performance, with calls to integrate grading timelines into teacher contracts. In addition, the committee discussed plans for Shaker Lane School renovations to better suit early childhood education needs, while addressing implications of changes to Title IX regulations and ongoing community engagement efforts.

Littleton Board of Health Addresses High School Sewage Odor and Room Count Regulations

Overview: The Littleton Board of Health meeting on January 22nd focused on community concerns, including a sewage odor issue at the local high school and the regulation of room counts in residential properties. The board also reviewed ongoing matters related to septic systems and public health updates.

Littleton Conservation Commission Endorses Tim Pearson for Senior Conservation Agent Role

Overview: The Littleton Conservation Commission convened to discuss a range of issues, with decisions involving the endorsement of Tim Pearson for the senior conservation agent position and support for a Community Preservation Act application targeting invasive plant control at Frog Pond. The commission also addressed budget concerns due to staffing changes and discussed upcoming land use permits.