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- 10/10/23
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Overview: In a recent meeting of the Franklin Lakes Borough Council, the decline in volunteers for the fire department emerged as a pressing issue. The revelation that, at times, only one firefighter is responding to calls underscored the urgency of the situation. The council is now actively considering a stipend plan to incentivize participation and examining the potential introduction of bunkhouses to accommodate out-of-town firefighters.
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- Bergen County
- 10/10/23
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Overview: In a bid to enhance parental engagement, the Franklin Lakes Board of Education introduced “FLPS Express”, a redesigned platform offering easily digestible news and updates from the district. The Superintendent, Gregorio Maceri, presented this and other developments during the board’s recent meeting.
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- Bergen County
- 10/5/23
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Overview: In a recent meeting of the Bergen Community College Board of Trustees, notable highlights included a surge in school enrollment, a strong push for online courses, and the special recognition of a student who garnered a prestigious national award.
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- Bergen County
- 10/3/23
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Overview: At a recent Franklin Lakes Borough Council meeting, the central focus was a proposed housing ordinance, which has now been deferred until after a “fairness hearing” on October 24th.
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- Bergen County
- 9/28/23
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Overview: In a recent Ramapo-Indian Hills School Board meeting, board members expressed mounting concerns about escalating legal fees, alleged attempts to silence dissenting voices, and perceived mismanagement. The meeting saw sharp critiques of board president, Judith Sullivan, with members calling for transparency, better governance, and a return to the district’s mission of excellence in education.
