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The committee voted 5–0 to extend the Connolly Bus contract through FY27 and supported a Town Meeting article allowing a new pupil transportation contract of up to five years. Members also discussed difficult FY27 budget cuts after an override was not placed on the town ballot or Town Meeting agenda.
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The current school transportation contract will be extended for its final available year, while the committee supports seeking a longer replacement contract to improve price stability and service consistency. The minutes also record concerns from students and parents about proposed staff reductions affecting performing arts and early literacy. The committee accepted a $2,000 donation for Unified Art, Music and PE classes and sponsorship gifts for the Active Minds 5K.
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