(Photo: Town Meeting Information Session) Town Meeting members approced a major infrastructure project to replace its two aging water storage tanks, located between Highland Cemetery and Norwood High School. These … Continue reading Town Meeting Votes to Replace Both Water Towers-This Day In Norwood History-November 1, 2023
In Memoriam-Gary M. Lee
A Life of Service and Faith On April 30, 2023, the town of Norwood, Massachusetts, suddenly lost a dedicated community leader, family man, and professional with the unexpected passing of … Continue reading In Memoriam-Gary M. Lee
Norwood Voters Approve Tax Increase To Build New Coakley Middle School-This Day In Norwood History-April 10, 2022
Rendering of the poposed Coakley Middle School (ai3architects) Norwood residents delivered a decisive vote, choosing to raise local taxes in order to fund a long‑awaited new middle school. The ballot … Continue reading Norwood Voters Approve Tax Increase To Build New Coakley Middle School-This Day In Norwood History-April 10, 2022
Selectmen Grant Cost-Of-Living Pay Raises For Non-Union Town Staff-This Day In Norwood History-June 24, 1983
Town Clerk Robert M. Thornton notes that independent municipal boards plan to implement the matching salary adjustments via a $1.1 million town meeting fund.
Referendum Drive Seen Well Underway-This Day In Norwood History-June 23, 1981
A rapid grassroots signature campaign aims to stall a major town development project through a public ballot referendum.
Civic Center Future Up For Vote-This Day In Norwood History-June 15, 1981
A high-stakes special town meeting agenda features a multi-million dollar Civic Center relocation choice and the $325,250 sale of Winslow School.
High-Stakes Overhaul for the Historical Village Inn-This Day in Norwood History-June 28, 1978
A 1978 town hall showdown unloads a $100,000 renovation plan for The Village Inn amidst a staggering $700,000 municipal energy deficit.
Tight-Fisted Town Meeting Holds Firm On School Department Budget Cuts-This Day In Norwood History-June 22, 1978
A deadlocked floor fight over a massive school funding reduction brings threats of lawsuits, board recalls, and a complete municipal showdown.
Town Meeting Slashes General School Budget But Restores Athletic and Band Funding-This Day In Norwood History-June 21, 1978
A historic five-session town meeting sparks fierce debates over elementary school closings and safety gear lines.
Acting Fire Chief Warns Town Meeting of Impending Court Mandates Over Shift Understaffing-This Day In Norwood History-June 17, 1978
A contentious town meeting vote rejecting eight new firefighters setup a fiscal standoff at Town Hall.