Two local state representatives have proposed legislation that would lower school transportation costs for geographically large towns in Massachusetts, including Plymouth, which at 104 square miles is the state’s biggest geographically. The bill aims to establish the Extraordinary Routes Relief Fund for non-regional school districts facing high transportation costs. It’s being championed by Rep. Michelle […]
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State legislation would give town option to raise taxes on meals, hotel stays, and vehicles
Plymouth and other communities around the state could raise taxes on meals, hotel stays, and motor vehicles under a proposal by Gov. Maura Healey aimed at helping boost local budgets. The Municipal Empowerment Act would allow Plymouth elected officials to hike the lodging tax on hotels, motels and other rentals from 6 to 7 percent. […]