“This is an issue that plagues most municipalities, and has gotten worse over the years,” McLaughlin says. “Double poles have caused construction delays, blocked sidewalks, and created safety hazards. And municipalities currently have no way to remove them or enforce removal.”

“In these challenging times, updating outdated procurement rules will help municipalities operate more efficiently and make a big difference,” Glass says.

“The bill is so much bigger than just local-option revenues,” Chapdelaine says. “The Municipal Empowerment Act is critical to help modernize & streamline many operations in local government, creating new efficiencies & flexibilities that are essential to provide high-quality services to residents.”

Sullivan says, “We are grateful to both the House & Senate for their proposals directing surtax revenues to support the special education circuit breaker account to ensure that students in every community are provided the education & support that is required and deserved.”

McCabe says, “In my years as mayor, there is one issue that is always at the forefront of our residents’ minds: how they get to where they need to go! Our roads and bridges are critical infrastructure, essential to literally keep the wheels turning in our city.”

On Unrestricted General Government Aid, Nicholson says, “Adequate support from the state is critical for cities and towns, as Prop 2 ½ limits how much we can take in in revenue each year.”

Dembkoski says, “Local officials are thrilled with the recent proposals from both the House, and now the Senate, to bring “minimum aid” school districts to a new level of $150 per pupil. This is a huge deal.”