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Board approves 2025 cost‑of‑living increases for non‑affiliated staff amid budget concerns

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The Board approved COLA increases for non‑affiliated employees tied to the tax cap process after debate about state funding uncertainty and next year’s budget gap; board members asked for a finance work plan to prepare options should state aid change.

The Board of School Committee approved cost‑of‑living adjustments for non‑affiliated employees at its June 23 meeting after an extended debate about municipal and state funding pressures.

The superintendent recommended a COLA consistent with the tax cap guidance for the group, and the motion to approve was moved by Committee member Arderopoulos and seconded by Committee member Sowell. Board…

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