Town Manager John J. Carroll reports a $54,700 data processing budget deficit, and assessors seek $16,000 for revaluation upkeep ahead of a planned special town meeting.
Voters May Decide Who Appoints Norwood Police Chief and Powers Under Town Charter-October 22, 1980
Anticipating the retirement of Police Chief James F. Curran, Norwood selectmen clashed over whether the town manager or selectmen should appoint the next chief under a potential "strong police chief" charter revision.
Fate of Winslow School Property Uncertain as Selectmen Reject All Bids-September 17, 1980
Norwood selectmen reject all four development bids for the former Winslow School property, leaving the site's future uncertain.
Selectmen Reject All Development Bids for Winslow School, Leaving Future Uncertain-September 17, 1980
Norwood selectmen reject all four development bids for the former Winslow School property on Chapel Street, leaving the four-acre site's future uncertain.
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.
Guild School Picked for Civic Center-July 8, 1980
Discover the 1980 decision that transformed the Aaron Guild School into a multi-purpose recreation hub, replacing the former Civic Center sold to Norwood Hospital.
Chemical Concerns at Buckmaster Pond; Selectmen Tighten Fuel Storage Rules-September 12, 1979
Town Manager John J. Carroll reports a borderline concentration of tetrachloroethylene in the Buckmaster Pond well in Westwood, prompting caution on upcoming water infrastructure investments.
Proposed Papa Gino’s to be Dry-August 21, 1979
Facing a neighborhood petition and skeptical selectmen led by Joseph F. Curran and Mary J. Fox, Papa Gino's application for a beer and wine license on Nahatan Street appears unlikely to pass.
Selectmen Postpone Decision on Norwood Police Towing Contract-July 11, 1979
Towing Controversy Continues On July 11, 1979, the ongoing controversy regarding police department towing contracts returned to the forefront of local governance as Norwood selectmen held a public hearing regarding … Continue reading Selectmen Postpone Decision on Norwood Police Towing Contract-July 11, 1979