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Change Order for Maple Gardens
— 6.8.2026 Housing Authority
The Housing Authority approved a change order adding $90,351 to the Maple Gardens renovation project for necessary upgrades to water shut-offs and electrical panels.
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Student Attendance Policy
— 6.10.2026 Fall River School Committee - Policy Subcommittee
The school district's controversial attendance policy, which can lower student grades for absences, is under review after being tabled for further input.
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Expense Reimbursement Policy
— 6.10.2026 Fall River School Committee - Policy Subcommittee
Following concerns about questionable spending, the School Committee is updating its expense reimbursement policy to include specific IRS rates for meals and stricter receipt requirements.
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National Grid Easement at Oak Village
— 6.8.2026 Housing Authority
To improve safety for children walking to the Fuka School, the Housing Authority granted an easement allowing National Grid to move a utility pole and widen a sidewalk.
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Athletic Handbooks
— 6.10.2026 Fall River School Committee - Policy Subcommittee
New athletic handbooks for elementary and middle school students will introduce updated eligibility rules and add competitive swimming to the district's sports offerings.
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Work From Home Policy
— 6.10.2026 Fall River School Committee - Policy Subcommittee
The School Committee is considering a new, stringent work-from-home policy for district employees to be used only in rare circumstances.
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Policy Review Process
— 6.10.2026 Fall River School Committee - Policy Subcommittee
Acknowledging a large number of outdated rules, the School Committee plans a 'marathon session' to organize and begin a systematic review of all district policies.
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