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- Somerset County
- 5/13/24
- 05/14/2024
- 85 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Hillsborough School Board meeting, members discussed topics regarding student well-being, inclusivity, and the school district’s mission statement. Among one notable issues were the recognition of Muslim holidays, proposals for changes to the mission statement, the importance of middle school sports, and the adoption of healthy school hours.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 4/29/24
- 04/30/2024
- 64 Minutes
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Overview: The Hillsborough School Board recently navigated through a complex discussion on the upcoming 2024-2025 school budget, contending with an increase in the general fund despite reduced state aid. The proposed budget, which is increasing by over $2.9 million, includes potential cuts of approximately $2.5 million. These reductions are proposed to come from various areas, including unfilled positions, attrition, staffing cuts, and decreased spending on extra services and supplies. With state funding cuts creating a $7 million deficit over the years, the board is facing the challenge of balancing the budget while maintaining necessary services for students.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 4/29/24
- 04/29/2024
- 153 Minutes
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Overview: The Hillsborough School Board meeting centered on the formidable budgetary challenges for the 2024-2025 school year, with discussions revolving around potential staffing cuts, program reductions, and the impact of significant state aid reductions. One notable issue was the potential cuts resulting from a net loss of over $106 million in state aid, making Hillsborough the most affected township in Somerset County. The budget presentation outlined potential cuts totaling approximately $2.5 million, which included unfilled positions, attrition, staffing cuts, reduced services, and other reallocations. The superintendent expressed optimism about potential legislative changes that could alleviate some of the budgetary strain, including a one-time return of two-thirds of the state aid cut, which could amount to approximately $1.7 million.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 4/8/24
- 04/09/2024
- 14 Minutes
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Overview: In the recent meeting of the Hillsborough Township Board of Education, the superintendent detailed the ongoing budgetary challenges facing the district. One notable issue discussed was the potential impact of the state’s S2 funding cuts on the district, including the possible loss of staff positions, resources, and the slowing of initiatives from a recently passed referendum.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 3/18/24
- 03/19/2024
- 96 Minutes
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Overview: The Hillsborough School Board faced budgetary challenges as state funding cuts and healthcare cost increases dominated discussions in their latest meeting. The board addressed a $2.7 million loss in state aid, which contrasted sharply with increases in other school districts within the county. This shortfall, alongside a 2% tax levy increase and an 8% hike in health benefit renewals, has put the district in a precarious financial position as they aim to submit a tentative budget for the 2024-25 school year.
