A high-stakes special town meeting agenda features a multi-million dollar Civic Center relocation choice and the $325,250 sale of Winslow School.
Selectmen Demand Good Faith Deposit for Winslow School Sale-June 13, 1981
Board Votes 4-1 to Protect Town Interests Against Developer's Office Condominium Project as blue Law Video Games Approved The Board of Selectmen have voted 4-1 to formally demand an $8,000 … Continue reading Selectmen Demand Good Faith Deposit for Winslow School Sale-June 13, 1981
Winslow Office Plan Gets Official Backing-June 9, 1981
Norwood officials clear the path to transform the closed Winslow School into professional office condominiums, winning broad neighborhood support.
The Issue Of Video Licenses-June 9, 1981
In June 1981, Norwood officials crack down on incoming electronic amusement requests, fearing a "video fever" arcade atmosphere downtown.
Town’s Rubbish Contractor Seeks 16 Percent Contract Increase to Offset Soaring Inflation-August 6, 1980
South Shore Disposal president Joseph Nisby asked Norwood officials for a 16 percent contract increase to offset severe inflationary losses in the town’s waste collection agreement. Selectmen debated legal, financial, and operational implications as fuel costs, dumping fees, and regional restrictions pushed expenses far beyond the original bid.
Selectmen Split Over Amusement Game Permits at Sport Center and Local Restaurants-August 6, 1980
In a close 3–2 vote, Norwood selectmen approved 10 electronic game machines at Norwood Sport Center after concerns about creating a “penny arcade” atmosphere. A similar request from Papa Gino’s for a single Space Invader machine was denied, with officials distinguishing between recreation‑based and dining‑based establishments.
Armory Still Eyed for Municipal Use-July 9, 1980
Discover the 1980 efforts by town leadership to acquire the Norwood Armory from the state, following legislative changes and the recent Civic Center location shift.