Hunterdon Central School Board Tackles Financial Challenges and Academic Initiatives

Overview: The Hunterdon Central School Board meeting addressed pressing financial concerns, including the impact of declining enrollment on the budget and the need to reassess sending students to Polytech programs. The board also highlighted the district’s academic achievements, such as the unified basketball team’s state championship, and discussed educational initiatives, including the addition of cybersecurity coursework and changes to the Algebra 1 pathway.

Delaware Town Council Tackles Animal Cruelty and Farming Ordinances

Overview: In a recent Delaware Town Council meeting, issues such as the handling of an animal cruelty case and delays in agricultural reviews took center stage. The meeting saw residents and council members engaged in discussions that emphasized the need for more efficient processes and better enforcement of existing laws.

Delaware Town Council Debates Wild and Scenic River Designation

Overview: The Delaware Town Council recently convened to discuss a range of issues, with the most notable being the debate over the potential designation of the Lower Delaware River as part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. This designation, which is aimed at protecting and enhancing the values of select rivers throughout the United States, prompted a debate among council members and residents due to concerns about its impact on private property rights and federal regulation.

Hunterdon Central School Board Approves Superintendent Search Contract

Overview: The Hunterdon Central School Board has unanimously approved a contract for superintendent search services with the HYA Corporation, not to exceed $31,250, as Dr. Jeffrey Moore prepares to depart from his role. This decision is among several topics addressed during the recent school board meeting, which also included discussions on budget proposals, declining enrollment, staff vacancies, and the transition to a new healthcare plan.

Delaware Town Council Tackles Livestock Ordinance and Public Concerns

Overview: During a recent Delaware Town Council meeting, significant time was dedicated to discussing a revision of the livestock head count ordinance, which is currently limited to pigs. The Agricultural Advisory Committee has been tasked with reviewing and potentially establishing maximum head counts for other livestock, such as cattle, sheep, and chickens. This topic was prioritized due to the urgency expressed by the community to integrate the committee’s recommendations swiftly into an enforceable ordinance.