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School committee approves amended permit policy to expand access for youth-serving groups
Summary
The committee approved changes that zero out many usage fees for Springfield youth-serving groups, update insurance waivers, and rely on the general fund to cover staffing costs for custodial and technical support when required.
The Springfield City School Committee approved an amended building permit policy intended to increase equitable community access to school buildings and fields while clarifying cost and staffing responsibilities for events.
The change matters because it removes several previously charged usage fees for groups serving Springfield youth, updates the insurance-waiver process for smaller community providers, and clarifies when the district will seek reimbursement for custodial, security or technical staffing tied to a reservation.
Assistant Superintendent Pat Roach and district staff described the policy…
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