A comprehensive daily compilation of historical news from Norwood, Massachusetts on August 3. Featuring stories of town planning, public safety efforts, regional transportation, local achievements, and community concert traditions.
FinCom Explores Landing Fees to Offset Airport Liability Insurance Costs-August 7, 1986
Following a new five-year lease requiring the town to cover $19,356 in airport liability insurance, the Norwood Finance Commission asked town counsel if landing fees can be legally charged to pilots.
Extra $10,000 Approved for High School Renovation-August 7, 1986
Amid project delays tied to Anchor Construction Corp., the Norwood Finance Commission voted 3-1 to approve an extra $10,000 for KL&Q Architects to oversee the completion of the $5 million high school renovation.
Finance Commission Approves Youth Basketball Use of Nahatan Street Civic Center-October 2, 1984
The Finance Commission approves reserve funding for the Norwood Basketball Association to use the Nahatan Street civic center for youth weekend basketball programs.
Norwood School Committee to Ask Teachers to Renegotiate Contracts-August 20, 1982
Citing finance commission opposition and Proposition 2 1/2 limits, the school committee will ask teachers to renegotiate 8 percent pay raises or face town meeting review on September 20.
Norwood School Committee Votes Eliminate Youth Hangout-July 31, 1981
Following rampant vandalism, late-night drinking, and brush fires near Callahan Elementary School, the Norwood School Committee voted to fund a $6,000 clearing project to eliminate a notorious youth hangout.
Young Voices Make Impact at Annual Town Meeting-June 13, 1981
A new generation makes its voice heard in Norwood as young town meeting members secure parade cash and challenge old conflict-of-interest norms.
Ambrose Kelly Renews Criticism Over Norwood Hospital Civic Center Purchase-September 17, 1979
Former Finance Commissioner Ambrose J. Kelly revives opposition to Norwood Hospital's purchase of the Civic Center, arguing promised replacement facilities have not materialized
Building Inspector’s Staffing Request Fails in 3–2 FinCom Vote-September 12, 1979
Norwood Finance Commission transfers $1,063 to the fire department vacation account after reviewing shift schedules submitted by Fire Chief Thomas J. Barry Jr.
FinCom Keeps Tight Rein on Fire Department Vacation Budget-August 29, 1979
The FinCom restricts fire department vacation substitute funding, citing a lack of detailed scheduling and criticizing overtime costs and recent equipment failures.