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    Paying for a Public Education: FY26

    Paying for a Public Education: An Examination of the FY26 Worcester Public Schools’ Budget is the latest in an on-going series from the Bureau, analyzing the budget-making process of the Worcester Public Schools and some of the new additions to this coming year's adopted budget.

    November 13, 2025
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    Breaking Down the Budget: FY26

    Breaking Down the Budget: An Examination of Worcester’s FY26 City Budget is the Bureau’s latest analysis in its long-running series on municipal finance, outlining how the City funds services, allocates resources, and prepares for future challenges.

    November 13, 2025
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    Cashing in on Cannabis

    In collaboration with the Worcester Business Journal, "Cashing in on Cannabis" shows the growth of excise tax collection on cannabis sales across Worcester County.

    March 21, 2025
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    Understanding Your Neighborhood Schools: 2026

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    Mapping the Next Opportunity: Worcester County’s OZ Choices

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    Raising Housing: Understanding the Affordable Housing Crisis in Worcester

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