Monthly Archives: January 2011

Trees in the Contract Negotiation Forest

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Steve in Budget, Teachers

Former Newton mayoral candidate Tom Sheff, commenting on contract negotiations with our teacher union recently stated: “… It’s possible to give a 1-2% payraise if the city gets back in return a 75-25% split on healthcare. It all depends upon … Continue reading →

Creative Proposals to Improve Deliberation Quality

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Steve in Transparency

I would love to see a blog on the Newton Public Schools site where School Committee members could explore issues with each other at anytime without having to wait for the formal bi-monthly meeting. The blog would be viewable by … Continue reading →

Day Expansion, Modulars, and the New Sprinkler Law

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Steve in School facilities

The following Newton TAB Blog thread addressed the expectation that the application of a new state sprinkler law would result in less funds to directly solve the short-term space needs at 6 of our schools.  DAY EXPANSION AND MODULARS LIKELY … Continue reading →