Norfolk County Commission adopts $38.94 million FY2027 budget, taps ARPA interest and reserves to manage retirement liability The Norfolk County Commission unanimously approved a $38,936,113.34 FY2027 budget on April 1, 2026, using $1.5 million of ARPA interest and planned reserve draws to cover a projected retirement liability through FY2033. The plan includes a 2.9% overall budget increase, department renamings, and staffing adjustments.

The Norfolk County Commission just approved a $38.94 million budget for FY2027, leveraging ARPA interest to tackle rising retirement costs while planning for modest growth!

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Dog Apparently Shot in Head From Second-story Window Deserves Justice - Animal Petitions A 14-year-old family dog was reportedly shot in the head from a second-story window while a man was attempting to hunt coyotes. Demand a full prosecution.

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Meet the Member: Long Point Basin Land Trust protects 486 hectares across 17 properties in an area of unique ecological significance!

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Commissioners flag insurance and retirement costs as key FY27 budget drivers County staff told the commission that higher group health insurance costs and accelerated retirement payments are primary drivers of FY27 budget pressure; commissioners were urged to review vendor projections and contingency options before the public viewing of the proposed budget.

Norfolk County faces significant budget pressures for FY27, with soaring insurance costs and rising retirement obligations threatening financial stability.

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Superintendent and business manager put Norfolk County Agricultural High School budget under review, warn of revenue shift Superintendent Jared and business manager Jenna presented the Norfolk County Agricultural High School FY26–27 budget and warned that a shift to more in‑county students under a statewide lottery is reducing out‑of‑county tuition revenue and could create a multi‑year shortfall.

Norfolk County Agricultural High School is facing a potential $1 million revenue shortfall as more in-county students apply under a new lottery system, leaving the budget under scrutiny.

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County director flags rising insurance and retirement costs as primary FY27 budget drivers County director reported rising group‑health costs (vendor projection 15.4%; 24% if GLP weight‑loss drugs included), an accelerated retirement liability payment of about $429,415 and higher audit and legal costs, all contributing to a FY27 budget that appears about $2 million out of balance in the public‑viewing draft.

Rising health insurance and retirement costs are pushing Norfolk County's FY27 budget $2 million out of balance—what will this mean for the community?

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Commission begins FY2027 budget presentations, previews new emergency failover space in Walpole Commissioners heard department FY2027 budget requests — including school, recreation and facilities proposals — discussed proposed golf fee increases and equipment needs, approved a package of appointments and contracts, and were shown a newly renovated emergency management/failover space at the high school.

The Knoxville County Commission kicked off a crucial review of the FY2027 budget, unveiling a newly renovated emergency-management space while discussing key funding requests and potential fee increases at local facilities.

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❄️ Weather Closure Notice – Thursday, Feb 19, 2026 ❄️ All Lansdowne Children’s Centre locations are CLOSED today due to the area weather and driving conditions. Your safety is our priority. 🚫🏢
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❄️ Weather Closure Notice – Wednesday, Feb 18, 2026 ❄️
All Lansdowne Children’s Centre locations are CLOSED today due to the area weather and driving conditions. 🚫🏢
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Norfolk County IT outlines website/email migration, ADA compliance and server upgrade plan County IT presented plans to move staff email and small external websites onto the county domain, scan sites for ADA Title II compliance ahead of an April 24 deadline, roll out Tyler HR/payroll tools for nonunion staff and pursue an IBM server upgrade for the registry with an estimated $190,000–$200,000 cost.

Norfolk County is taking significant steps to enhance cybersecurity and web accessibility, including migrating staff email to a new domain and preparing for new ADA compliance measures by April 24.

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County director previews FY27 budget, ARPA closeout, RSVP drive success and Quincy court moves County Director John Cronin outlined FY27 budget guidelines, ARPA monitoring and closeout planning, praised the RSVP holiday drive led by Lucille Casis, reported sewer problems at the Quincy District Court and previewed CIO Sam Evans' January presentation on an employee portal and time & attendance system.

John Cronin reveals ambitious plans for Norfolk County in 2026, highlighting a successful holiday drive and tackling pressing sewer issues at the Quincy District Court.

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DA Michael Morrissey, whose office recently prosecuted Karen Read and Brian Walshe, says he will not seek reelection www.wcvb.com/article/norfolk-county-d...
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WAR AGAINST WOMEN, MASSACHUSETTS. They are coming again, to steal away my children, because I speak and defend myself and my country. #waragainstwomenUSA #domesticviolence #wenwhohurtwomen #norfolkcounty

The shelter-in-place order for residents on Kent Street North in Simcoe has been lifted after police responded to a 911 call reporting a firearm suspected to have been discharged. The Ontario Provincial Police say the investigation is ongoing
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I am curious about Gaurino's testimony since he's using Cellebrite records. In my mind, Cellebrite has been somewhat discredited since the last #KarenRead trial.

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I do really like Judge Freniere. She's so accommodating to all parties and the lack of drama is highly appreciated.

Also, too, here comes a familiar face: Trooper Nicholas "Kill Me" Gaurino.

Now where have we seen him before, hmm???

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I've been kind of spotty on the #WalsheTrial this morning with work stuff.

One thing I do think, he comes across as a thoroughly unlikable guy who I think is totally gonna rake step when he hits the witness stand.

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Norfolk County commissioners approve warrants, personnel actions, procurement lease and send letters on state bills At their Nov. 12 meeting the Norfolk County Commission approved payroll and expense warrants, multiple personnel motions, a five-year grounds-equipment lease, and voted to send a letter supporting H.B. 3211 and a letter opposing H.B. 3971.

Norfolk County Commissioners made key decisions, from approving significant payroll warrants to voicing support for crucial state legislation.

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Also, Judge Freniere is in complete control of that courtroom. No sighing, no interruptions. Just smooth as buttah!

It just shows what a train-wreck Cannone was.

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This is a pretty good DA so far. His questions are succinct and to the point. He's not long-winded and meandering like Lally, and he's not an absolute rat-faced jerk like Brennan.

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Well, at least Cohasset had the sense to take PICTURES of the SCENE!

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That is a very blank house. It has no character at all. Nothing on the walls, no distinctive decor.

Nothin'.

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Brian Walshe is a CHATTY KATHY!

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OK, this is just me being a grumpy old lady who doesn't like kids, but why wouldn't you separate them from the dad while you're interviewing him about the disappearance of their mother?

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I know Larry Tipton is supposed to be a very good defense attorney, but this opening is sketch AF.

Walshe has already pleaded guilty to disposing of the body, so maybe this was their only play.

Still sounds bad.

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Well, I did not have, "Ana died unexpectedly, so I had no other choice than to dismember her," on my bingo card, that's for sure.

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Such a damning indictment of Norfolk Cty. I've been watching Andrea Burkhart's coverage of the Devine decertification hearings. It is U-G-L-Y. This county is rife w/corruption.

This is what it looks like when said corruption can no longer sustain itself.

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OPP Stopped This Brightly Decorated Vehicle Travelling 160km/h, More Than Double The Posted Speed Limit In📍Norfolk County.

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Walliston Recreation Facility: ADA upgrades, resurfacing and rising revenues on commissioners’ agenda County staff reported near-completion of ADA improvements and court resurfacing at the Walliston Recreation Facility, noted a $50,000 irrigation study and $74,000 project allocation, and said golf revenue and rounds played rose year‑over‑year.

Exciting upgrades at the Walliston Recreation Facility are nearing completion, promising improved access and increased revenues that will benefit local schools and leagues!

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Norfolk County highlights Canton field blood-transfusion program as county funding arrives County commissioners hosted Canton fire and medical leaders to discuss a field blood-transfusion program run with Boston Medical Center; officials said county funds will help buy compatible tubing and equipment and that a check was 'supposedly en route.'

Norfolk County is pioneering a life-saving field blood-transfusion program that could change emergency care forever!

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