Freetown Lakeville Committee Questions School Budget Transparency Amid Enrollment Decline

Overview: The Freetown Lakeville Joint Finance Committee meeting focused on issues related to the school district’s financial practices, transparency in budget reporting, and the implications of declining student enrollment. Concerns about the accuracy and transparency of budget figures, particularly concerning the Excess and Deficiency (E&D) fund and special education funding, dominated the discussion. Members emphasized the need for improved communication and accountability from the school administration to ensure responsible and transparent budgeting practices.

Concerns Over Water Management Dominate Freetown Board of Selectmen Meeting

Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen meeting on November 12, 2024, was dominated by discussions on water management issues related to a proposed subdivision on Middleb Road and Claremont Way. Residents voiced strong concerns about the impact of the development on local water flow, drainage, and environmental conditions, particularly in relation to nearby agricultural activities and existing infrastructure.

Freetown Board Discusses Body Cameras for Police Amid Budget Concerns and Approves GPS for Town Vehicles

Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen’s meeting on November 4, 2024, was dominated by discussions on implementing body cameras for the police department and approving GPS tracking for town vehicles, alongside routine matters like donations and holiday events.

Freetown Conservation Commission Faces Community Concerns Over Water Management and Development Plans

Overview: The Freetown Conservation Commission meeting on October 28, 2024, addressed various community concerns and project proposals, notably regarding water management issues linked to a proposed residential subdivision on Middleboro Road and home construction near a salt marsh.

Freetown Board of Selectmen Approves Key Agreements and Infrastructure Projects

Overview: In a meeting on October 21, 2024, the Freetown Board of Selectmen approved several significant motions, including memorandums of agreement with the Public Employees Union Local 272, infrastructure changes at Freetown Elementary School, and the establishment of a town email address for the interim harbormaster. These approvals reflect ongoing efforts to streamline town operations and improve community services.