- NJ
- Bergen County
- 4/8/24
- 04/08/2024
- 52 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
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.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 4/2/24
- 04/02/2024
- 70 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
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.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 3/18/24
- 03/18/2024
- 87 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Pasack Valley School Board meeting, discussions centered around the renovation of the school auditoriums and the challenges of the 2024-2025 budget. The board addressed concerns over the complexities of the auditorium project, including asbestos abatement and its potential impact on school operations. Additionally, the budget report highlighted increased costs and the need for a comprehensive room usage study across the district.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 3/12/24
- 03/13/2024
- 76 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hillsdale Borough Council meeting focused on significant fiscal matters, with debate on budget transparency, the appointment of new fire department members, and the potential discontinuation of Zoom for council meetings. The appointment of two new fire department members, the promotion of a police officer, and a proposed discontinuation of Zoom meetings also featured during the session.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 3/4/24
- 03/06/2024
- 112 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Hillsdale Borough Council meeting, discussions revolved around the proposed ordinance regarding leash restrictions for dogs in municipal fields and the significant 20% increase in the 2024 budget. The budget debates highlighted the need for financial prudence, with a focus on capital expenditures, departmental allocations, and the anticipated $4.4 million surplus.