Pawtucket council asks state to front school construction funds to speed Slater Middle School fixes Council unanimously approved a resolution asking the General Assembly to authorize state‑fronted financing (a model used for Central Falls) so the city would only need to bond for a capped local share estimated at up to $22.5 million to address Slater Middle School needs.

Pawtucket's City Council has taken a bold step towards revitalizing Slater Middle School by seeking state funding to alleviate local financial burdens.

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PFM warns Pawtucket of near‑term debt spike from school rebuilds; advisers urge close coordination PFM Financial Advisors told the Pawtucket City Council the city’s school construction portfolio will push annual net school debt service higher — by roughly $4.28 million at peak — before state reimbursements begin, and recommended monthly coordination, phased borrowing and other measures to smooth tax impacts.

Pawtucket faces a staggering spike in school-related debt that could reach $435 million—are city leaders prepared to tackle the financial storm ahead?

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