Hillsdale Borough Tackles Affordable Housing and Variances

Overview: The Hillsdale Borough Planning Board recently convened to address several topics, including the proactive approach to the upcoming fourth round of affordable housing obligations and the review of multiple variance applications.

Pascack Valley School Board Faces Music Program Cuts and Budget Challenges

Overview: The Pasack Valley Regional High School District School Board meeting on April 29th, 2024, was marked by discussions surrounding potential cuts to the music department, the resignation of Vice President Joseph Blundo, and the challenges of balancing the upcoming year’s budget. The meeting saw debate over the importance of music education and the potential impact on students’ futures.

Hillsdale Borough Council Debates Budget and Pool Commission Ordinance

Overview: At the Hillsdale Borough Council meeting on April 9, 2024, the council engaged in a discussion regarding the 2024 Municipal budget, which included several options to tackle budgetary challenges and a call for council members to suggest specific improvements. Additionally, the meeting featured a debate over the amendment to the swimming pool commission of the borough code, particularly focusing on the timeline for submitting meeting minutes.

Pasack Valley School Board Tackles Enrollment Decline and Elective Diversity

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Pasack Valley School Board grappled with the ramifications of declining student enrollment on staffing, program offerings, and the diversity of elective courses. The board also discussed the upcoming referenda, budget concerns, and a partnership with Bergen County to provide workshops on alternatives to domestic violence.

Hillsdale Council Adopts Key Ordinances, Debates Development and Services

Overview: In the latest Hillsdale Borough Council meeting, the adoption of two ordinances took center stage. The first ordinance, 24-7, allows the municipality to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank, which was passed without public comment and unanimously voted in by the council. Similarly, ordinance 24-8, which enables various public improvements and acquisitions for the borough’s swim pool utility, was also adopted unanimously following a quiet public hearing.