Revere Board Approves Income Change for Housing Program, Considers Buy-Down Initiative

Overview: The Revere Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board held a meeting to discuss policy changes, including the unanimous approval of a motion to adjust the income threshold for housing applicants and the exploration of a buy-down program aimed at facilitating homeownership for residents. The board also reviewed ongoing financial commitments and expressed concerns about potential federal policy shifts affecting housing stability.

Fall River School Committee Tackles Policy Overhaul and Legal Services Restructuring

Overview: In an extensive session held on April 8, 2026, the Fall River School Committee focused on revamping policy management and addressing legal service arrangements. The meeting covered the streamlining of the policy manual, the transition from BoardDocs to Diligent for document management, and the structure of legal services, emphasizing both cost efficiency and clarity in financial reporting.

Milton School Committee Discusses Special Education Funding and Data-Driven Instructional Strategies

Overview: The Milton School Committee meeting focused on financial planning and instructional strategies, with discussions revolving around the special education stabilization fund, the circuit breaker funding policy, and the implementation of data-driven instructional practices across various grade levels.

Asbury Park Moves Forward with $11.7 Million Paramount Theater Renovation

Overview: The Asbury Park City Council meeting focused on several issues, with paramount importance placed on the progress of the Paramount Theater renovation project. The project involves a substantial $11.7 million investment, with major steps outlined during the session. Additionally, the meeting addressed urban forestry management, budget deliberations, and community events.

Mahwah School Board Discusses STEM Excellence, Budget Planning, and Enrollment Challenges

Overview: The recent Mahwah School Board meeting highlighted the district’s receipt of the ITA award for STEM School of Excellence, detailed budget planning for the 2026-2027 school year, and explored implications of current student enrollment figures on the district’s resources and operations.