Oakland Borough Council Approves Key Infrastructure Projects and Addresses Community Concerns

Overview: In a recent Oakland Borough Council meeting, significant infrastructure projects were given the green light, including the approval of a contract with Boswell Engineering for the Patriots Way Bridge construction and an IT upgrade for the police department. Concerns were also raised by residents regarding the lack of communication on community issues, such as the incident of anti-Semitism at Ramapo High School.

Sayreville School Board Addresses Budget, Student Achievement, and Mascot Proposal Amid Controversies

Overview: The recent Sayreville School Board meeting covered a range of topics from student council updates, budget presentations, and school spirit initiatives to debates over a beloved football coach’s contract and a lawsuit against the borough. The board discussed the school’s budget for the 2024-2025 academic year, which included goals for academic improvement and school culture enhancement, with a focus on increasing math graduation rates and fostering school spirit. Simultaneously, the meeting was punctuated by community concerns over the potential non-renewal of football coach Don S’s contract, and questions about the board’s decision to enter into litigation with the borough.

Waldwick Council Tackles Budget and Emergency Services

Overview: The most recent Waldwick Borough Council meeting focused on critical budget discussions, with particular attention to emergency services, potential tax increases, and various allocations for community programs and maintenance. The council scrutinized budget requests from the Waldwick Volunteer Ambulance Corps and the fire department, including an increase in the training budget and a proposed raise in clothing allowances, both of which were not included in the preliminary budget. The possibility of switching to County dispatch services for the fire department also sparked a debate, as council members weighed the service level against potential costs.

Waldwick Council Debates High Costs of Capital Projects

Overview: In a recent Waldwick Borough Council meeting, members discussed pressing financial concerns related to the borough’s capital budget, with a emphasis on the proposal to invest half a million dollars in a new pistol range facility. This particular agenda item sparked considerable debate over the necessity and timing of the investment, as well as the potential financial impact on future debt service.

Princeton School Board Discusses Entrepreneurship Education, Facilities Concerns, and Curriculum Debates

Overview: At the forefront of the Princeton School Board meeting, the Middle School entrepreneurship program was a highlight, with students Ray Amada, Renand, and Phoebe Callahan showcasing their success and the impressive $4,300 profit they generated for 20 organizations.