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Council advances first readings to seek MSBA reimbursement for Brophy and Potter Road school roofs
Summary
Council approved first-reading motions to appropriate funds for feasibility and design of Brophy and Potter Road school roofs under the Massachusetts School Building Authority accelerated repair program and scheduled public hearings and final votes next week.
The Framingham City Council voted on first reading to advance two orders that would appropriate previously allocated municipal funds to pursue reimbursements from the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) for roof repairs at Brophy School and Potter Road School.
Councilor Daviani read the orders and explained that although money had already been appropriated for both roofs, council action is required to apply to the MSBA and to schedule the required public hearing and subsequent final vote. The council approved both items unanimously to proceed to the second reading and public hearing next week.
Why it matters: MSBA reimbursements can substantially reduce local costs for school capital repairs. Advancing the orders preserves Framingham’s eligibility for accelerated-repair assistance while maintaining required public-review steps.
Next steps: The council will hold the public hearings next week and take final votes after the full motions are read and public comment is taken.
