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Pawtucket committee gives FY27 budget first passage after heated debate on city contribution
Summary
After extended debate, the Pawtucket School Committee gave first passage to its FY27 budget request on March 24. Member Omar Reyes urged a $2 million city contribution increase to avoid layoffs; the committee approved the first-passage motion and pledged follow-up advocacy with the mayor and council.
The Pawtucket School Committee approved first passage of its FY27 budget request on March 24 after a lengthy debate about the sufficiency of the district's ask to the city. Motion for first passage was made by James Shal and seconded by Matthew Wildenhane and was carried on roll call.
Committee member Omar Reyes delivered a forceful floor speech urging…
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