- NJ
- Somerset County
- 7/16/24
- 07/16/2024
- 57 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Watchung Hills School Board concentrated on a range of topics, including the school’s infrastructure improvements, the New Jersey graduation proficiency assessment results, and the success of student-led initiatives. The board highlighted the impressive donation of $536.38 to the Somerset County Food Bank by the class of 2024, using leftover lunch account funds. Furthermore, the ongoing construction projects, such as the completion of the nurses’ suite, substantial changes in the gym and steam lab, and the installation of a new fiber optic cable, were outlined with an emphasis on their progress and the strategies in place to minimize disruption to learning activities.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 7/16/24
- 07/17/2024
- 71 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Nutley Town Council meeting was marked by the approval of a full property tax exemption for a war veteran and discussions regarding property variances and the relocation of veterans’ memorials. The session, which included ordinance introductions, resolutions, and public comments, addressed a range of community concerns from stormwater management to the emotional pleas of residents over legal and construction issues.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 7/16/24
- 07/16/2024
- 116 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hawthorne School Board addressed topics including the challenges of standardized testing affecting graduation rates, financial strains due to tuition costs for the County Technical Institute, and the condition of district facilities such as the local hockey rink. These issues took precedence over other routine matters.
- NJ
- Union County
- 7/8/24
- 07/09/2024
- 13 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Clark School Board meeting introduced notable appointments, including Dr. Heather Austin as the new Director of Special Services and Mrs. Donna Marino as the Public School Accountant. Both positions are significant for the administration, with Austin bringing experience from the Cranford School District and Marino from the Dune School District. The meeting also covered the approval of minutes, personnel matters, board governance, and financial items, with various motions carried and member abstentions noted.
- MA
- Norfolk County
- 7/8/24
- 07/25/2024
- 44 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In an effort to address budgetary challenges and infrastructure needs, the Brookline School Committee authorized a reserve fund transfer and approved a memorandum of agreement (MOA) related to the Pierce Middle School construction project. The reserve fund transfer of $493,500 aims to manage unexpected costs, while the MOA facilitates the use of 50 Fisher Avenue as a temporary location for the school during construction, with updated floor plans and parking information.