Town of Middleton

The meeting agenda includes a vote on a six-month contract extension for J. Moak, a public comment session, and an executive session focused on district operations and personnel.

The agenda for the meeting includes the election of a chairperson and a review of goals and follow-up tasks from the previous session. The group will discuss best practices for the study process, plan the structure and timing for a public session, and review corridor data and parcel mapping. The meeting concludes with the assignment of follow-up tasks and scheduling of the next meeting date.

The joint meeting focused on the review of the Fiscal Year 2019 capital budget, operating budget projections, and warrant articles for the upcoming Town Meeting. Key topics included department-specific budget requests from the Police, Fire, and Elementary School departments, the implementation of a Unified Health Center model at Masconomet Regional School, and proposals for facility maintenance and staffing adjustments. The committees also discussed updates to municipal financial policies, the proposed five-year capital improvement plan, and strategies for managing student needs and course enrollments.

This document presents the Town of Middleton's Fiscal Year 2024 Budget, serving as a financial guide and reflection of community priorities and goals. It details proposed revenues and expenditures, outlines comprehensive financial management policies, and includes the Select Board's strategic priorities and goals for FY2023-FY2025. Key strategic areas for the town include advancing the public facilities project, implementing pedestrian improvement plans, conducting a town-wide fee study, enhancing information technology, increasing volunteer and committee recruitment, developing a long-term solid waste management strategy, and maximizing American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) funds for long-term resiliency. The budget aims to maintain fiscal strength and stability, ensuring responsible spending and supporting departmental objectives for the period of July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024.

The meeting includes a reorganization of the School Committee, including leadership and sub-committee appointments for the 2026-2027 term. Key reports cover the Superintendent's updates on student attendance and operational activities, financial reports from the Assistant Superintendent, and progress updates from the Principals on the School Improvement Plan. New business items include discussions on gifts and grants, follow-up on the Annual Town Meeting, updates on the MSBA roof project, and revisions to policy manuals. The session concludes with a consent agenda for bills and payrolls and an executive session held to address legal and grant-in-aid requirements.