Fort Lee School Board Meeting Centers on Inclusivity, RFP Process, and Parental Rights in Education

Overview: During a recent Fort Lee School Board meeting, discussions revolved around the importance of inclusivity in education, the process for selecting service providers for the district, the election of a new board president and vice president, and divergent views on parental rights.

New Milford School Board Addresses Anti-Bullying Policies and Procedures

Overview: In a recent New Milford School Board meeting, members delved deeply into the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act, discussing the criteria and processes for identifying and addressing harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) incidents within the school district. The board members, including newly sworn-in Nicole Dunne, Paige Ryan, and Anthony Albro, engaged in a review of HIB policies, with Superintendent Danielle Shanley and other board members discussing the legal, practical, and ethical considerations involved in managing such cases.

Hillsdale Borough Council Reorganizes with New Mayor, Police Chief, and Council President Amid Bylaw Amendments

Overview: Hillsdale Borough Council witnessed a reorganization with Michael Shinfield sworn in as the new mayor and Sean Smith as the new police chief. During the same meeting, Councilman John Escobar was elected as the council president, and the council debated and passed contentious bylaw amendments, particularly reinstating the mayor’s ex officio status on committees. Additionally, the council approved appointments to various committees and addressed ethical concerns during public comments.

River Dell School Board Faces Tie in Presidential Vote

Overview: During the recent River Dell School Board meeting, the board experienced a tie in the election for the new president. The votes for the two nominees, Alan Feigenson and Stephanie Hartman, were evenly split, resulting in three votes each. Due to the tie, the decision was tabled to the next meeting. The board proceeded to elect a vice president, with Claudia O’Neill securing the position.

Rutherford School Board School Board Elects New Officers and Approves Key Motions Amidst Ethical Affirmation

Overview: In the latest East Rutherford school board meeting, developments included the election of new officers, the approval of a range of motions concerning school operations, and a reinforced commitment to ethical standards. Dr. Sergio Alati was elected as the board president and Mr. Dennis Mazone as vice president, while Mrs. Diane Jones, Mr. Dennis Healey, and Mr. James Bogosian were reelected for three-year terms, and Mrs. Christina Cole for a one-year term. The meeting also saw the approval of important resolutions in the curricular and instruction section, as well as the finance section, which included a contract with Brown and Brown Benefits Advisers as the health insurance broker of record.