Selectman John DaCruz said he supports Kane’s goal to “build morale and promote pride in the schools.”
LUDLOW - The Board of Selectmen has given School Superintendent Theresa M. Kane permission to hang banners in support of the Ludlow public schools at the Massachusetts Turnpike entrance into Ludlow and at the Putts Bridge entrance to Ludlow.
Kane sought permission to hang the banners from Aug. 7 through Sept. 14. The Board of Selectmen gave her permission to hang the banners for the weeks of Aug. 23 and Aug. 30. The first day of school is Aug. 30.
The banners will contain the school motto, “Expect Success, Every Child, Every Day.”
Town Administrator Ellie Villano told selectmen that Kane wanted to hang the banners in support of the reopening of school.
“She wants to generate excitement and support around the reopening of school,” Villano said.
Selectmen voted to approve Kane’s request, but said they need to develop a policy for requests to hang temporary signs and get the building inspector’s input.
Selectman Aaron L. Saunders said that most requests for signs to inform people about events have been granted.
“We need to develop a criteria for the signs,” Selectman Antonio Dos Santos said. He said there will always be somebody seeking permission to promote something.
Selectman John DaCruz said he supports Kane’s goal to “build morale and promote pride in the schools.” He agreed that a policy on temporary signs is needed.
“We need a policy for signs that can be applied evenly,” Saunders said.