Rockland School Committee unanimously backs new high school math curriculum using Pearson materials to replace an obsolete decade-old system. The curriculum proposal will advance to the Capital Planning Committee for a free cash funding request at May town meeting. Superintendent Dr. Cron reported
Rockland Sewer Commission approves $120,000 salary for new superintendent. Chair Michael Mullen and Vice Chair Matthew Ryan voted unanimously to hire Hillary Waite as the new Sewer Superintendent at $120,000 annually, with a potential $5,000 increase after a satisfactory six-month performance
The Capital Planning Committee unanimously approved three FY27 projects worth up to $448K: $160K for Little League field repairs, $108K for senior housing emergency power, and up to $180K for open space land purchase.
Rockland Finance Committee names Corrin Finnell secretary, hears four department budgets as town faces $2M deficit. Town Administrator Douglas Lapp reported the shortfall stems from state aid reductions and rising health insurance and County Retirement Assessment costs, triggering an immediate
Rockland Zoning Board approves veterinary diagnostic lab with conditions. Chair Robert C. Rosa III and the five-member board unanimously granted a Special Permit to Patrick Callanan and Acella Construction for an 800-square-foot Antech Diagnostics facility at 400 Hingham Street, with operating
Rockland Sewer Commission unanimously appoints Hillary Waite as Superintendent pending salary negotiations. Chair Michael Mullen and Commissioner Walter Simmons voted in favor after Waite outlined a first-year strategic plan focused on physical assets, financials, structures, and management. The
Sewer Commission advances superintendent candidate to second interview. The commission unanimously voted to move forward with a previously interviewed candidate who recently expressed renewed interest in the Sewer Superintendent position, scheduling her second interview for January 26, 2026. The
The Community Preservation Act Committee unanimously approved $95,573 in base funding for historic preservation projects across town. The grants include $18,000 for GAR Hall wall and ceiling restorations and $16,500 for electrical code upgrades at the same building, along with $27,878 for new Old
Rockland Sewer Commission approves $1.9M in customer abatements and $250K capital plan. Michael Mullen, Chair, oversaw unanimous approval of two abatement requests totaling $5,969.52 for customers at 54 Leisurewoods Drive and 524 Liberty Street, along with license renewals for six drainlayers. The
Rockland Zoning Board approves license upgrade for Space Bistro restaurant. The Board unanimously granted applicant Ezequiel Batista Lacerda's request to amend the Special Permit at 323 Union Street from Beer and Wine to All Alcohol for on-premises consumption; Town Planner Allyson Quinn reported
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