NJ Gov Body
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- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 6/3/24
- 06/03/2024
- 68 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Old Bridge School Board faced a financial predicament as they discussed and voted on a revised budget to address a shortfall and the impact of recent legislation on school funding. The meeting was dominated by the fiscal challenges presented by Public Law 2024 chapters 12 and 13, which necessitated a 9.9% increase to the local tax levy, with the potential to bring an additional $11,310,000 in aid to the district. Despite this substantial increase in revenue, the district was projected to remain underfunded by over $7 million. The board’s decision-making process was influenced by the need to balance fiscal responsibility with the maintenance of educational programs and services.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 5/21/24
- 05/21/2024
- 264 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Old Bridge School Board convened to navigate a complex web of budgetary concerns, with potential cuts to educational programs and staff sparking public commentary. One notable issue centered on the potential reduction of programs that are vital to student development and community well-being. Vocational and elective programs faced particular scrutiny, with multiple community members, educators, and students advocating for their preservation. The board also tackled discussions on the importance of Career and Technical Education (CTE), mental health support grants, curriculum development, and the intricate process of budget approval.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 5/14/24
- 05/14/2024
- 80 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Old Bridge School Board recently convened to address financial concerns, recognize exemplary staff actions, and discuss educational program revisions. The meeting’s primary focus centered on the district’s financial constraints and the pursuit of legislative support to alleviate budget pressures. School employees Trish and Debbie were honored for their heroic response in a child safety incident.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 5/7/24
- 05/07/2024
- 70 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Old Bridge School Board confronted financial challenges during their recent meeting, with a focus on the impact of state aid cuts and the resulting need to increase school taxes. The district is grappling with a substantial reduction in state aid of $2,528,261, prompting a potential local tax levy increase of 2.97%. Superintendent David Cittadino and the board discussed the implications of these financial constraints on the educational environment, including the possibility of increased class sizes, reduced programs, and staff job losses.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 4/25/24
- 04/25/2024
- 79 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Old Bridge School Board meeting held recently was marked by a dual narrative of commendation for achievements within the district and concern over pressing budgetary challenges. The superintendent reported on the critical situation of the school budget as an S2 District, a classification under the New Jersey funding formula that has imposed financial constraints on the district. The state aid for the district has seen a significant reduction, despite little change in student enrollment since 1991. This comes at a time when the district is facing rising costs in areas such as healthcare and fuel, further exacerbating the budgetary pressures.
