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- Essex County
- 3/26/24
- 03/26/2024
- 65 Minutes
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Overview: The Verona School Board recently convened to discuss a myriad of issues impacting the district’s educational landscape, including budget adjustments, program evaluations, and strategic planning initiatives. Of particular note was the rigorous debate surrounding the future of the hockey program, the consideration of a new survey strategy, and the detailed review of the district’s strategic plan update.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 3/25/24
- 03/26/2024
- 100 Minutes
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Overview: The Verona Town Council meeting addressed several issues, but the most pressing topic was the state and future of the wastewater treatment plant. Detailed reports from Boswell Engineering and New Gen Strategies have highlighted the urgency of repairs and the need for a strategic approach to the plant’s operations. The council discussed the estimated $7.18 million cost for priority projects and considered various operational alternatives, including hiring a full-time operator, contracting an OMM provider, or converting the plant into a pumping station.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 3/12/24
- 03/12/2024
- 67 Minutes
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Overview: The Verona School Board faced a challenging budget situation at its meeting on March 12, 2024, grappling with a preliminary budget that exceeded the cap by $1.2 million. In addressing this, the board aimed to balance the need for fiscal responsibility with the continuation and expansion of educational programs. The proposed budget included an increase in state aid and a 2.52% tax levy hike, with the total anticipated revenue for the fiscal year 2025 being $2.6 million. Expenditures were largely allocated to general education instruction and benefits, with a focus on supporting classroom instruction despite a 19% reduction in support areas.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 3/11/24
- 03/12/2024
- 204 Minutes
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Overview: The Verona Town Council has unanimously approved several ordinances concerning fee increases, including the schedule of fees for the Township Code, water and sewer rates, and pool membership fees. These decisions were made in light of the town’s budgetary needs and were among the most significant actions taken during the recent council meeting.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/26/24
- 02/27/2024
- 194 Minutes
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Overview: During a recent Verona Town Council meeting, members engaged in a debate regarding the township pool’s fee structure, specifically focusing on the proposed increase in senior membership fees and the broader financial state of the pool. The council also tackled a myriad of budget discussions, including the fire department’s capital needs, the construction code department’s revenue from permits, the Shay Tree department’s five-year maintenance plan, and the allocation of American Rescue Plan funds.
