Pequannock School Board Meeting Highlights AP Success and Music Program Rejuvenation

Overview: During the recent Pequannock School Board meeting, discussions revolved around the performance of students in the Advanced Placement (AP) program and the challenges facing the district’s music program. Board members and attendees celebrated the academic achievements of AP students while addressing ongoing concerns related to music education, safety policies, and community engagement.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board Approves Warehouse Development with Key Variances

Overview: In a meeting of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board, a proposal by GRE PUM Acquisition One LLC to convert an outdated office building into a massive warehouse facility on Lacawana Avenue was unanimously approved, subject to several conditions. The project, which involves the construction of a 281,198 square-foot warehouse, includes the demolition of the existing structure and addresses various community and technical concerns. The board also approved a minor variance for driveway width, essential for accommodating larger vehicles.

Borough Council Debates Enforcement Challenges of Short-Term Rental Ordinance in Morris Plains

Overview: The Morris Plains Borough Council meeting focused heavily on enforcement challenges related to a proposed ordinance on short-term rentals, alongside discussions about public safety and infrastructure issues. Concerns were raised about the practicality of enforcement, with emphasis on the need for clarity and resource allocation.

Pequannock School Board Addresses Community Concerns Over Arrest of Staff Member

Overview: At the recent Pequannock School Board meeting, the board opened with an acknowledgment of community concerns following the arrest of a staff member. Public comment was invited, but specific details of the investigation were not discussed due to ongoing legal proceedings.

Long Hill School Board Discusses Transition to Multi-Tiered System of Supports

Overview: The Long Hill School Board recently held a meeting to discuss the implementation of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), a new framework aimed at providing comprehensive academic, behavioral, social, and emotional assistance to students. The transition from the Basic Skills Instruction (BSI) program to MTSS is designed to ensure that students receive tailored support and interventions based on data-driven assessments.