Board Hires Four Elementary Teachers Over Enrollment Surge
The Westport Board of Education approved four new elementary instructors at Bedford Coleytown Burr Farms and Hillspoint after finding 87 more elementary students than expected. Pending funding decisions, the district will consider reallocating about 44000 to cover the cost and absorb the added staff. The headcount misestimation reduced last spring from 178 to 91 more students than projected.
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Tax losses blamed on open space law in Fairfield County towns
Connecticut towns including Westport lose thousands in taxes due to Public Act 490. CCAG says many landowners claim open space tax relief then develop land, shrinking the grand list by about 3 million dollars in Westport annually and costing local revenue.
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Planning and Zoning Commission
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Charles Kahn
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Westport leader urges firm stand over beach use suit
First Selectman John Kemish defends town policy against a Connecticut Civil Liberties Union challenge. He argues non resident parking fees are equitable and notes recent reductions from 10 to 3 dollars on weekdays and 15 to 5 dollars on weekends to avert action.
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Recreation Commission
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Primary Fight and Tourney Triumph Highlighted
The page previews indicate a primary fight with a hit violation on page 3, coverage of strong starts on page 37, and a tourney triumph featured on page 9 and 12 with related notes. See pages 3 9 12 37 for full details.
Mediation progress in Westport police contract talks
A six hour mediation with State Labor Relations Board mediator Frank Petela produced a potential breakthrough as the Westport Police Association trimmed demands to a minimum. A further session is planned for next Monday to consider WPA to drop new demands before deciding on next steps. The WPA still seeks an 11 to 12 percent pay increase, with specifics not disclosed.
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Frank Petela
Branford
Westport Police Association
Petela
WPA
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