Discover the 1978 budget battle in Norwood, where deep cuts to the school district’s $11.3 million budget led to a controversial recall effort and a lawsuit involving the Massachusetts Teachers Association.
Norwood Politics, School Battles & Election Recounts-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1978
A 1978 political firestorm hits Norwood as a tight selectman recount unseals ballots, school budgets trigger a massive lawsuit, and an assessor candidate alleges age bias.
Town Meeting Slashes General School Budget But Restores Athletic and Band Funding-June 21, 1978
A historic five-session town meeting sparks fierce debates over elementary school closings and safety gear lines.
Town Slashes $428,000 From School Budget-June 20, 1978
A historic fiscal battle forces severe cuts to teacher salaries and administrative lines despite board warnings.
Auditorium Crowd Supports School Budget-June 8, 1978
A packed hearing at the Aaron Guild School turns into an arena of support for public education as town officials dispute FinCom's budget metrics.
School Committee Weighs Budget Cuts, Teacher Layoffs, and August Town Meeting-July 28, 1977
The Norwood School Committee debated severe budget reductions, potential teacher layoffs, and legal risks surrounding employment contracts ahead of an August town meeting.
Saraca Defends School Salary Request-June 19, 1969
A contentious public hearing surfaces underlying frustrations over closed-door collective bargaining laws.