What happened on Friday, 24 March 2023
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Funding cuts for declining enrollment schools raise concerns about equity and resource allocation.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Council discusses budget challenges, emphasizing investments in health, safety, and community support for residents.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Rescuers save two children from river, while one seeks to address underlying safety issues.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Budget cuts threaten housing stability and essential services for 37,000 rent-burdened households in D.C.
Blackstone-Millville, School Boards, Massachusetts
Superintendent Jason DeFalco reported midyear STAR assessment gains in most grades and stronger growth percentiles overall; he singled out eighth grade as underperforming and described a package of interventions including pull‑out supports, expanded tutoring, therapeutic components, and leadership programs to boost engagement.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Mayor Bowser faces criticism over police funding and cuts to victim services amid public safety concerns.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
City plans to revitalize downtown amid concerns over commercial vacancy rates and crime issues.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Career Map program aims to boost income for low-income residents without penalties.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
DC budget prioritizes community needs, but faces criticism for cuts to vital services and programs.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Council discusses Stoddard funding and concerns over rising homelessness amid budget cuts and rent increases.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
DC budget cuts threaten affordable housing, homelessness services, and public safety amid rising inflation.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Schools face $30 million funding shortfall despite increased budget, impacting equitable education efforts.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Budget cuts threaten affordable housing and safety net programs, risking increased homelessness in the District.
Blackstone-Millville, School Boards, Massachusetts
The committee unanimously approved reclassifying the existing Director of Learner Support Services into an Assistant Superintendent/Director of Student Services (no new FTE or additional district cost), recognizing work already being performed in that role and making the new title effective July 1.
Blackstone-Millville, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Blackstone‑Millville Regional School Committee unanimously approved a $50,000 transfer from the Excess & Deficiency fund to the district OPEB account and reviewed a business‑office budget draft that trims about $915,000 from a prior proposal, lowering the tentative FY24 budget to $29.7 million while towns face projected impacts of roughly 5% (Blackstone) and 7% (Millville).