House OK’s FY09 budget; Senate plan due May 14
House members have approved a $30 billion state budget bill for next year that includes $7 billion for local government programs.

Brookline OK’s $6M override; Shrewsbury says no
Voters in Brookline overwhelmingly approved a $6.2 million override of Proposition 2½, while Shrewsbury voters rejected a $1.5 million increase.

More depts. join police accreditation/certification program
The Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission has recognized six new departments.

Town election and meeting dates posted

Regional district could help draw SBA funding

City program helps residents save on electricity

Exploring the range of collaboration options

Nominations sought for Rooney public service award

UBS Financial to return $37M to cities, towns, MTA
UBS Financial Services will return nearly $37 million to Massachusetts cities, towns and other government entities that were invested in auction-rate securities.

Regionalism forum is May 16
Regionalism will be the subject of a Municipal Leadership Academy forum in Worcester.

32 public water systems honored
The DEP has honored 32 public water systems for outstanding performance in 2007.