Bergenfield School Board Approves Key Goals, Funds Technology Upgrades and Infrastructure Projects

Overview: In a meeting that addressed a gamut of issues from educational goals to infrastructure, the Bergenfield School Board approved a series of significant measures aimed at enhancing student learning experiences and school facilities. The meeting, held on July 31, 2023, was presided over by Board President Joseph Amara and saw unanimous votes for multiple proposals, ranging from staff development to sizable expenditures on technology and building upgrades.

School Board Ratifies Four-Year Labor Deal, Adjusts Policy for Online Instruction and HIB Cases

Overview: In a multifaceted session on July 17, 2023, the Hillsdale Board of Education ratified a significant Collective Negotiations Agreement (CNA) with the Hillsdale Education Association (HEA) while also approving new salary adjustments and revisions to online education and harassment policies.

Harrington Park School Board Outlines Staffing Changes, Approves Shared Services Agreement

Overview: In a meeting held at the Community Church Founders Hall on June 15, the Harrington Park School Board announced several staffing changes for the 2023-24 school year, approved an Annual Shared Services Agreement for CDL Bus Drivers with the Northern Valley Regional High School Board, and set compensation rates for the Spartan Summer Escape Enrichment Program. The meeting was presided over by Board President Peter Toomin and attended by Board Vice President Matthew Lehmann, Trustees Brenda Cho, Stephen Hahm, and Tommy Perides, Acting Superintendent Jessica Nitzberg, and Business Administrator/Board Secretary Bryan Jursca.

Alpine School Board Approves Emergency Plan Amid Staffing and Facility Upgrades

Overview: In a meeting replete with significant resolutions but missing its President and Vice President, the Alpine Board of Education met on July 24 to approve a flurry of initiatives. The meeting was chaired by Maria DiBiase in the absence of the top brass and attended by members Christine Lewis, Shai Barbi, and Maureen Cheesman. Board member Philip Simotas was notably absent. The headline decision was the approval of an Emergency Virtual or Remote Instruction Plan for the upcoming 2023-2024 academic year.

Wood-Ridge Council Unveils $1.7M Bond for Public Improvements, Highlights Second Consecutive Tax Cut

Overview: In a meeting saturated with fiscal maneuvering and long-term planning, the Wood-Ridge Borough Council, led by Mayor Paulo Sarlo, introduced a $1.7 million bond ordinance aimed at funding various public improvements including the acquisition of a new fire engine. Coupled with this, Administrator Eilert announced a tax rate decrease for the second year running. The August 23 meeting provided glimpses of the Council’s multi-year strategic outlook for capital expenditures and showcased efforts to optimize Borough operations based on annual audit recommendations.