The Greenwich Department of Human Services Funding RFP To Be Released May 7, 2020

Not-for-Profit community agencies are needed to provide services in the following service priority areas: 1) Education: child/youth development; 2) Employment and Vocational Training: increase skills for self-sufficiency; 3) Medical/Behavioral Health: access to timely and quality health services; 4) Personal Safety: protection against abuse, neglect and domestic violence; and 5) Housing: access to available emergency/crisis shelter Continue Reading →

Special BET Meeting to Reconsider FY ’21 Budget Amounts to Lengthy Argument over Robert’s Rules, Adjournment

The BET held a special meeting via Zoom on Tuesday afternoon with just one item on the agenda: to reconsider FY 21 approved budget before it gets sent on to the RTM for approval. The special meeting was scheduled at the request of Democrats on the BET after an outcry from public school parents over cuts to the education budget. The Republican controlled BET had voted last week during a contentious meeting to cut $3 million from the education budget leaving it at current academic year spending levels. The Democrats had proposed instead a $700,000 cut. Despite the meeting lasting only about 40 minutes, and almost 400 people listening on mute, most of the session was taken up by arguments over motions, Robert’s Rules of Order, and consulting the new Town Attorney Vin Marino. Continue Reading →

Greenwich Police Marine Section Kicks Off Enhanced Summer Coverage on Long Island Sound

“Accidents happen quickly, so don’t just carry a life jacket, be responsible, and wear it while boating. New life jackets are more comfortable, lightweight, and stylish than the bulky orange style of jackets. There are innovative options that allow for better mobility and flexibility for activities like boating, fishing, paddling, or hunting.” – Greenwich Police Marine Section Continue Reading →