Strong school districts depend on strong partnerships with their communities — and that includes local government.

In this episode of School Business Insider, host John Brucato speaks with Adam Tarquini, Chief of Finance & Operations for West Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts, about the importance of building productive relationships between school districts and their municipalities.

They explore how transparency, education, and collaboration with city and town leaders can strengthen trust and improve financial decision-making. The conversation also highlights why successful school finance leadership relies on letting data guide discussions rather than emotion.

This episode offers practical insights for school business officials seeking to build stronger partnerships with local government.

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