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Raynham Select Board 07/08/2025
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In a meeting filled with significant decisions and emotional moments, the Raynham Select Board tackles pressing community challenges while recognizing extraordinary local service.
The highlight of the evening came when the Board dedicated the 2024 Annual Town Report to Reverend James Tilbe, whose 34-year tenure as pastor of First Congregational Church represents just one facet of his community involvement. His decades of service as a firefighter/EMT, disaster response volunteer at events including 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina, and ongoing work with the Cemetery Commission exemplify the quiet dedication that builds strong communities. The Fire Chief put it simply: "There's nobody better than Jim Tilbe."
School funding dominated much of the discussion as Superintendent Ryan Powers painted a sobering picture of the challenges facing Bridgewater-Raynham schools after a failed override vote. Despite the school committee approving additional funding, the district still faces eliminating dozens of teaching positions and potentially increasing class sizes to 30+ students. The Board responded by scheduling a Special Town Meeting for August 5th to address immediate operating budget needs while also supporting an independent financial review aimed at identifying potential operational efficiencies.
The meeting balanced these weighty matters with routine government business including board appointments, budget transfers, and community announcements about upcoming events like the summer concert series. The evening concluded with the announcement of Executive Assistant Deborah Dooney's retirement after 16 years, marking the end of an era as she follows her predecessor who served 45 years in the same role.
Want to make your voice heard on these critical community issues? Mark your calendar for the Special Town Meeting on August 5th at Raynham Middle School or attend the next regular Select Board meeting on July 22nd.
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https://www.raynhaminfo.com/
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In a meeting filled with significant decisions and emotional moments, the Raynham Select Board tackles pressing community challenges while recognizing extraordinary local service.
The highlight of the evening came when the Board dedicated the 2024 Annual Town Report to Reverend James Tilbe, whose 34-year tenure as pastor of First Congregational Church represents just one facet of his community involvement. His decades of service as a firefighter/EMT, disaster response volunteer at events including 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina, and ongoing work with the Cemetery Commission exemplify the quiet dedication that builds strong communities. The Fire Chief put it simply: "There's nobody better than Jim Tilbe."
School funding dominated much of the discussion as Superintendent Ryan Powers painted a sobering picture of the challenges facing Bridgewater-Raynham schools after a failed override vote. Despite the school committee approving additional funding, the district still faces eliminating dozens of teaching positions and potentially increasing class sizes to 30+ students. The Board responded by scheduling a Special Town Meeting for August 5th to address immediate operating budget needs while also supporting an independent financial review aimed at identifying potential operational efficiencies.
The meeting balanced these weighty matters with routine government business including board appointments, budget transfers, and community announcements about upcoming events like the summer concert series. The evening concluded with the announcement of Executive Assistant Deborah Dooney's retirement after 16 years, marking the end of an era as she follows her predecessor who served 45 years in the same role.
Want to make your voice heard on these critical community issues? Mark your calendar for the Special Town Meeting on August 5th at Raynham Middle School or attend the next regular Select Board meeting on July 22nd.
Support the show
https://www.raynhaminfo.com/
Copyright RAYCAM INC. 2024