Somerville School Board Discusses Funding for Student Activities and Welcomes New Superintendent

Overview: During the Somerville School Board meeting held on August 20, 2024, discussions emerged regarding the funding of student activities and the introduction of a new superintendent. A member of the public raised concerns about financial barriers that prevent student participation in extracurricular activities, urging the board to consider a fully district-funded model. Additionally, the board acknowledged the resignation of a member and discussed preparations for the upcoming school year.

Watchung Hills School Board Approves $46,000 Change Order Amid Construction Updates

Overview: The Watchung Hills School Board meeting saw developments, with the approval of a $46,000 change order for ongoing construction projects and a variety of updates on school facilities, policies, and upcoming events.

Hillsborough School Board Debates Full-Day Kindergarten Implementation and Facility Upgrades

Overview: The Hillsborough School Board meeting on August 19, 2024, covered a range of topics, most notably the debate over implementing full-day kindergarten and related facility upgrades across the district. The board also discussed redistricting, summer project updates, and committee reports, emphasizing community involvement and transparency throughout.

Somerville Borough Council Debates Parking Space Removal for Driveway Safety in Latest Meeting

Overview: In a recent Somerville Borough Council meeting, discussions focused on the proposed elimination of two on-street parking spaces to improve driveway safety, ongoing flooding concerns, and new ordinances affecting business insurance and multifamily home liability.

Bedminster Residents Clash Over Proposed Parking Ordinance and JCP&L Outages

Overview: The Bedminster Town Council meeting on August 19, 2024, saw discussions over a proposed parking ordinance on Clucas Brook and residents’ growing frustrations with frequent utility outages. Public safety, community concerns, and infrastructure issues dominated the agenda.