Bridgewater News

Town Council debates school funding options, considers independent review of district operations

Council members express support for $849,000 school budget increase while exploring cuts to general fund and discussing operational audit to rebuild…

Jul 2 •

Agenda Preview: Town Council to Address School Funding, Proposed Audit & Union/Non-Union Salary increases at June 30 Meeting

Special meeting rescheduled from June 26th will include union and non-union personnel salary discussions and resolution for independent review of…

Jun 28 •

Bridgewater Councilor Paul Murphy Balances Higher Education Career with Local Politics After Override Defeats

The MIT student affairs professional discusses his academic pursuits, the failed school funding measures, and the need for alternative revenue sources…

Jun 27 •

Bridgewater Finance Committee Recommends Union Contract, Does Not Recommend Town Clerk Salary Increase

Committee members cite school budget concerns in salary decision for elected official

Jun 26 •

Disability Commission explores Marathon Park Accessibility Improvements with Community Preservation Act funding

Commission members discuss rubberized surfaces, wheelchair-accessible equipment and additional handicapped parking to enhance park for residents with…

Jun 26 •

Agenda Preview: Town Council to Tackle School Budget, Union Contract, Oversight Resolution at June 26 Meeting

Special session agenda includes discussion of failed override vote implications, collective bargaining agreements, and call for independent school…

Jun 25 •

Budget Committee Considers United Steelworkers Union Agreement

Union contract for department heads faces delay, uncertainty following Saturday's failed override.

Jun 25 •

Bridgewater Planning Board Approves Bond Release for Wampanoag Estates Development

Board sets $236,379 bond amount for 11-lot subdivision while emphasizing critical open space transfer requirements that must be completed before ninth…

Jun 25 •

Town Council postpones TIF committee appointments, continues budget items to next meeting

Council members cite incomplete committee membership and need for finance committee review as reasons for delays on key agenda items.

Jun 20 •

Bridgewater Town Council Honors TJ Squared Robotics Team as State Champions

Team 88 receives proclamation for historic victory in Massachusetts State Robotics Championship, marking first state title in program history

Jun 20 •

Bridgewater Residents, Councilors Voice Concerns Over Proposed Lakeshore Development

Phase 4 project near Lake Nippenicket would include 110-room hotel, 225-unit residential community, and 80-bed rehab hospital, raising environmental and…

Jun 19 •

Town Council Develops Goals Framework for Incoming Town Manager

Strategic planning committee to review proposed objectives covering water infrastructure, roadway improvements, municipal operations and economic…

Jun 19 •

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