Midland Park School Board Makes Strategic Hires and Advances STEM Program

Overview: In a significant meeting of the Midland Park Board of Education in New Jersey, a series of staff appointments for the 2023-2024 academic year were approved. Additionally, a new STEM program was highlighted, showcasing the board’s commitment to future-focused education.

Rochelle Park School Board Boosts Student Engagement; Welcomes Donations and New Appointments

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Rochelle Park Board of Education made significant strides to enhance student welfare and engagement. School administrators announced critical adjustments to the school calendar, a significant reduction in state test refusals, a substantial tech donation, and the creation of a new interscholastic sports team.

Westwood Borough Council Advances Flooding Mitigation Bill and Significant Capital Investments

Overview: In a recent Westwood Borough Council meeting, Mayor Arroyo and the council members advanced major initiatives for local community development and safety measures. The meeting was marked by a significant focus on flooding mitigation, passing of capital investment ordinances, and discourse over ‘paper streets.’

Emerson Council Rejects Affidavit Amid Development Litigation; Local Boy Becomes Mayor for the Day

Overview: In a recent Emerson Borough Council meeting that saw a young boy appointed Mayor for the Day and the unveiling of various community initiatives, a significant development emerged regarding local planning and development issues. The council debated and ultimately rejected an affidavit from a former mayor, illuminating ongoing tensions in the borough’s development landscape.

Edgewater Council Tackles Housing Issues: Curtails Short-term Rentals but Delays Affordable Housing

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Edgewater Borough Council, measures were taken to address significant housing concerns facing the community. The Council approved an ordinance aimed at reining in short-term rentals while also endorsing a delay in the implementation of Affordable Housing obligations, creating a juxtaposition of policy actions that have stirred ongoing debates on housing affordability and availability.