Summary of debates over proposed FY26 budget cuts, including elimination of DEI director role, kindergarten funding discrepancies, instructional aide wages, and transparency concerns. Highlights community pushback, staff morale issues, and committee decisions on middle/high school restructuring and fee increases.

Key decisions on downtown parking changes, FY2026 budget pressures (14% DPW salt/sand cost spike), EV charger rates (35¢/kWh + $5 idle fee), and town meeting warrant additions including bus stop-arm cameras and marijuana retail cap increase.

Key discussions on FY26 budget proposals including potential teacher cuts, class size increases, and IA contract negotiations. Community voices concerns about DEI support, kindergarten funding, and student safety policies.

Key discussions on FY2025 budget challenges, curriculum modernization needs, and community feedback on school calendar and DEI initiatives.

Detailed summary of critical FY25 budget discussions including proposed cuts to administration/instructional positions, transparency concerns in budget process, and reinstatement of kindergarten fees.

Key decisions on free full-day kindergarten, FY24 budget challenges, MCAS performance concerns, and DEI training commitments. Highlights include unanimous votes and curriculum strategy debates.