- NJ
- Hudson County
- 10/17/24
- 10/18/2024
- 178 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Jersey City Council meeting on October 17, 2024, was marked by public comments focusing on the potential oversaturation of cannabis dispensaries and allegations of non-compliance with housing laws by a major property management company. The council faced significant pressure to address these issues amid calls for stricter regulations and accountability.
- NJ
- Ocean County
- 10/17/24
- 10/17/2024
- 121 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Little Egg Harbor School Board meeting was marked by tributes to retiring first-grade teacher Mrs. Mason, discussions on student assessment results, and concerns over staffing and future funding. The meeting, well-attended by board members and community participants, addressed multiple issues facing the district.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 10/17/24
- 10/17/2024
- 64 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Greater Lowell Technical School Committee, members engaged in a discussion over the increased Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) requirements, which some argued unfairly impact vocational students. The meeting also highlighted student achievements, school performance metrics, and a surplus in transportation funds.
- NJ
- Camden County
- 10/17/24
- 10/18/2024
- 97 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Haddon School Board meeting focused on updates regarding ongoing construction projects, student performance data, and the successful implementation of Challenge Day. The board examined detailed reports from architects on referendum projects, discussed the implications of state assessment data, and explored the impact of a new student program aimed at fostering community and empathy.
- NJ
- Union County
- 10/17/24
- 10/17/2024
- 104 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Scotch Plains Fanwood School Board meeting on October 17 focused on issues, including a scaled-back bond proposal following the narrow failure of a previous referendum. The board also reviewed district performance on state assessments, addressed policy revisions, and celebrated student achievements.