FY2027 Budget — How did we get here? Not sure where to start. However, let’s amplify the facts that seem to have been lost over the last week. Before I begin, some frank and honest words. I have never seen a budget like this one. The political “rhetoric” from one member of Town leadership has…
Category: Organizational Behavior
Making a Meal with Several Hands in the Pot — A Refreshing Part 2
Complicated situations can often generate opinions and thoughts from various people and constituencies. And the depth and variation of these thoughts can develop a life of its own. Often, with emotions, strategies, personal objectives, and perspectives. If you wish to read Part 1 (November 2025), click here. What Now? I decided to postpone the second…
Making a Meal with Several Hands in the Pot (Part 1)
Complicated situations can often generate opinions and thoughts from various people and constituencies. And the depth and variation of these thoughts can develop a life of its own. Often, with emotions, strategies, personal objectives, and perspectives. The current situation associated with the Smithfield School Department appears to be gathering tremendous attention in the last months….