The Norwood School Committee debated severe budget reductions, potential teacher layoffs, and legal risks surrounding employment contracts ahead of an August town meeting.
Norwood Approves Pay Hikes for Teachers and Firefighters-July 19, 1974
The special town meeting in **Norwood**, Massachusetts, convened on the evening of July 19, 1974, to address various wage increase requests from the school and fire departments. The meeting was … Continue reading Norwood Approves Pay Hikes for Teachers and Firefighters-July 19, 1974
FinCom Summons James Capaldo in Garbage Contract Investigation-June 26, 1974
A heated public trust battle deepens in Norwood as a plumbing inspector refuses to testify, forcing watchdogs to deploy full town charter powers. Categories: Town Government, Municipal Finance
Gridlock Over $6-Million Junior High Rebuilding Plan and Norwood Arena Noise-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1971
A dual crisis hits Norwood in 1971 as a $6-million junior high deficit triggers political warfare and state experts condemn racetrack noise.
Junior High Alternate Estimates Sought-June 25, 1971
A sharp debate divides Town Manager Walter Blasenak and finance officials over mounting unappropriated architectural fees for Boston design firms.
Meeting Ignores School Pleas, Cuts Budget By $126,558-June 15, 1971
A fierce debate over encumbered funds and municipal parity dominates a marathon Norwood Town Meeting session over the town budget.
Board Agrees on Postponement of School Renovation Article-June 8, 1971
A multi-million dollar architectural estimate nearly doubles expected costs for the burned-out Junior High South, prompting town leaders to delay action.
School Committee Decisions on Budgets, Dress Codes, and Regional Programs-June 19, 1970
From student dress code victories to union wage matching, a busy school board session redefines Norwood education.
Saraca Defends School Salary Request-June 19, 1969
A contentious public hearing surfaces underlying frustrations over closed-door collective bargaining laws.
Town Meeting Approves Precinct Voting Plan and Polaroid Utilities Funding-September 10, 1968
Norwood town meeting approves a new six-district precinct voting plan, authorizes $105,000 for Polaroid utility lines, and establishes manufacturing buffer zones.