Pasack Valley School Board Addresses Property Acquisition and School Safety Enhancements

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Pasack Valley School Board delved into a variety of issues, including the potential acquisition of property adjacent to Hills High School, safety and Wi-Fi connectivity improvements, and the condition of the girls’ locker room. Additionally, the board discussed funding for extracurricular activities, such as the girls dance team, and recognized the achievements of athletic teams.

Pascack Valley Regional School District Board of Education Elects New Officers and Approves Consent Agenda

Overview: At the recent reorganization and regular meeting of the Pascack Valley Regional School District Board of Education, administrative tasks were conducted, including the certification of the annual School Board election results, the swearing-in of newly elected members, and the election of the Board’s president and vice president. The Board certified the election results from November 7th, 2023, where Stephanie Huang, Kristen Martin, Gini Varghese, and Michael Weaver were elected for the three-year terms. Subsequently, Gini Varghese was nominated and elected as the president, and Joseph Blundo as the vice president. The consent agenda items and meeting minutes were approved with efficiency, and updates on educational programs, including a teen dating program and the upcoming Martin Luther King Day of Service, were also provided.

Hillsdale Borough Council Reorganizes with New Mayor, Police Chief, and Council President Amid Bylaw Amendments

Overview: Hillsdale Borough Council witnessed a reorganization with Michael Shinfield sworn in as the new mayor and Sean Smith as the new police chief. During the same meeting, Councilman John Escobar was elected as the council president, and the council debated and passed contentious bylaw amendments, particularly reinstating the mayor’s ex officio status on committees. Additionally, the council approved appointments to various committees and addressed ethical concerns during public comments.

Pasack Valley School Board Acknowledges Achievements, Discusses Traffic Issues, and Announces Leadership Transition

Overview: In a recent Pasack Valley School Board meeting, topics revolved around student success, traffic congestion around school premises, an impending leadership change, and a call for more inclusive communication. The meeting also acknowledged contributions of outgoing board member Dr. Kelly Blundy and celebrated a positive financial report.

Hillsdale Borough Council Approves Shared Service Agreement, Achieves Significant Savings

Overview: In a recent Hillsdale Borough Council meeting, a shared service agreement was approved with Westwood for municipal court services, potentially saving Hillsdale approximately $70,000 annually. The meeting also saw the introduction of an ordinance amending the borough code and acknowledged the contributions of departing council members Anthony DeRosa and Zoltan Horvath.