The Newport Board of Education voted to eliminate seven non-teaching staff positions at a special meeting Wednesday night. The vote came just a week after the district sent out non-renewal letters for 30 teaching jobs and one central office position in the face of ongoing financial troubles. The district’s alternative school, the Newport School of […]
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What is a special meeting and why do local governments have them?
You’re probably aware that local governments hold regular meetings. Maybe you’ve even attended one. But what is a special meeting, and how are they different from other meetings? Regular meetings are routine. They occur on the same days and times, and notice is given to the public about the meeting and what will be on […]