- FL
- Clay County
- 2/1/24
- 02/01/2024
- 196 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Clay County School Board meeting showcased a strong commitment to enhancing both Fine Arts programs and Career and Technical Education (CTE) within the district, highlighting achievements and discussing new initiatives for future development. The board recognized the value of Fine Arts in schools, demonstrated by the appointment of the first district Fine Arts specialist, who has been integral in supporting teachers, securing grants, and promoting Fine Arts education. In addition, CTE programs were emphasized.
- NJ
- Hunterdon County
- 1/30/24
- 01/30/2024
- 257 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent North Hunterdon-Voorhees School Board meeting, the community witnessed an discussion over the censorship and potential banning of books within school libraries, spotlighting a clash between concerns over explicit content and the defense of educational resources. The discussion was underscored by public comments regarding the presence of sexually explicit material in educational settings, the rights of students to access diverse literature, and the support for the school librarian who has been targeted by a campaign of harassment.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 1/24/24
- 31 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Franklin Township Public Library Board convened on January 24th to address several topics, with the election of new officers and discussions on electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure taking center stage. The meeting, held via Zoom, culminated in the board’s decision to further explore the installation of EV charging stations at the library’s Southern branch and the approval of a substantial roofing project that includes a butterfly garden.
- FL
- Clay County
- 1/23/24
- 01/23/2024
- 714 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Clay County School Board discussed significant plans to address the rapid growth of the student population in the county, alongside financial strategies and educational programming enhancements. The board deliberated on the construction of a new school and additional classroom wings to existing schools to manage the influx of students due to area development. The cost implications weighed heavily on the board’s mind, with a new school estimated at $80 million and classroom wings at $36 million. To finance these projects, the use of impact fees, bonds, and certificates of participation (COP) was proposed.
- FL
- Leon County
- 1/22/24
- 01/22/2024
- 257 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a notable move during the Leon County Council’s annual Board of County Commission Retreat, a unanimous decision was made to extend an official apology for the county government’s historical involvement in slavery. This resolution, proposed by Commissioner Bill Proctor, echoes a similar apology issued by the U.S. Congress for American slavery and segregation. The motion received support from other council members, including Commissioners Welch and Miner, who agreed that the resolution should be included in the current motion rather than as a separate agenda item.