President of the local union Chris Mulroney spoke about the FTA’s reaction to recent developments, as well as the path forward for the local school budget.
Leading up to last Wednesday’s School Committee vote, which led to the group requesting a school budget of $172.6 million for the 2025 fiscal year, the Framingham Teachers Association gathered in front of the Memorial Building to voice their desire to have Framingham Public Schools fully funded.
President of the local union Chris Mulroney stopped by the Access Framingham studios for an interview on the FTA’s reaction to these recent developments, as well as the path forward for the local school budget.
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This week on The Frame: Framingham voters reelect Charlie Sisitsky as mayor, local food providers and nonprofits deal with increased demand amid SNAP uncertainty, and a preview of the second annual Access Film Festival.
Local school leaders are progressing through a feasibility study to develop a plan for a new elementary school along Bethany Road, which would replace Hemenway Elementary. The company brought on board for the process estimates that construction could begin in September 2028.
About 23% of registered Framingham voters cast a ballot in 2025. Charlie Sisitsky defeated Geoff Epstein to win another term as mayor, while John Stefanini and Mary Kate Feeney won in their respective City Council races. Brandon Ward and Michael Cannon were reelected to the local legislative board, while Lorena Tovar and Brent Lewis were victorious in their School Committee bids. Changes to the city's Home Rule Charter received overwhelming support as well.
