Tell Massachusetts Policy Makers to Keep Their Priorities Straight
Letter: Answers Needed on Fiber Project
A letter to the editor was published in the Springfield Republican, expressing concerns about Longmeadow’s proposal for a $23 million municipal fiber-optic network…
Southwick Risks Taxpayer Money on Uncertain Fiber-Optic Network Demand
October 5, 2024 - Southwick is considering a $15 million bond to fund a municipal fiber-optic network, pending a survey to assess demand…
Southwick Seeks Resident Input on Essential Curbside Trash Pickup
October 3, 2024 - The Southwick Select Board is assessing the feasibility of offering curbside trash and recycling pick-up to residents, focusing on essential municipal services…
West Springfield Pushes A Risky Broadband Network Forward That Could Cost Taxpayers Millions, Still Faces Difficult Budget Decisions
Despite ongoing budgetary concerns, West Springfield is moving forward with a municipal broadband network that may impose significant financial burdens on taxpayers…
Southwick’s Focus on Broadband Expansion Draws Attention Away from Underfunded Public Services
In Southwick, the deliberations over a proposed townwide broadband network have raised concerns about financial feasibility and the diversion of resources from critical public services…
New Bedford's Push for Fiber Network Raises Questions as City Ignores Other Pressing Community Issues
New Bedford is advancing plans to establish a city-wide fiber network, potentially overshadowing other critical needs such as a $150 million new police station…
Mass Priorities Publishes Issue Guide for West Springfield
Mass Priorities has published an issue guide for the town administrators and residents of West Springfield.
Mass Priorities Publishes Letter in Fairhaven Neighborhood News
In a recently published letter to the editor of the Fairhaven Neighborhood News, Mass Priorities says that Fairhaven needs to prioritize spending.
Mass Priorities Publishes Issue Guide for Fairhaven
Mass Priorities has published an issue guide for the town administrators and residents of Fairhaven.
ANNOUNCEMENT: Mass Priorities Launches "No Blank Check" Billboard Campaign in West Springfield
Mass Priorities announced the unveiling of a new billboard at the intersection of Route 5 and Interstate 91 in West Springfield.
ANNOUNCEMENT: Mass Priorities Expands Education Campaign into Western Massachusetts
Mass Priorities Policy Director Christopher Thrasher today announced a significant expansion of the organization’s campaign into Western Massachusetts.
Mass Priorities Letter to the Editor Appears in the Enterprise Newspapers
A letter to the editor from Mass Priorities in the Enterprise newspaper chain, “Government-Owned Broadband Unreliable,” evaluates the risks and unreliability of Government-Owned Broadband.
The Enterprise Newspaper: Mass Priorities Launches Ads Discouraging Town-Owned Networks
The Enterprise newspaper network reported today that Mass Priorities launched ads discouraging town-owned networks in Massachusetts.
ANNOUNCEMENT: Mass Priorities Launches 1st Ads
Mass Priorities has launched its first in a series of ads, urging town governments on Cape Cod to invest in bridges and water utilities, not government-owned networks. The launch is part of a $500,000 + statewide media push over the next three months. Read more.
ANNOUNCEMENT: "Mass Priorities” Launched
Mass Priorities launches to ensure Massachusetts municipalities invest in community essentials over risky, capital-intensive projects. Read the press release here.
NOT A PRIORITY: Main Street Redesign
In Northampton, city officials are trying to force through a $20+ million Main Street redesign despite the objections of residents and small business owners. Meanwhile, Northampton’s schools narrowly avoided job cuts by tapping into city emergency funds amidst a multimillion dollar budget deficit. Read more.
PRIORITY: Bridges
Every Massachusetts county has bridges and roads in dire need of repair. Investing in critical transportation infrastructure must be the top priority of local, state and federal policy makers from the Berkshires to the Cape. Read More.
PRIORITY: Water Treatment
Littleton invested $16 million in a state-of-the-art water treatment plant to mitigate the dangers of PFAS in drinking water. This is a critical infrastructure priority and needs to be replicated in towns and cities across Massachusetts. Read More.