Verona School Board Focuses on Security and Adjusting Graduation Requirements

Overview: In the latest Verona School Board meeting, discussions centered on enhancing school security measures and revising graduation requirements in light of high rates of alternative assessment utilizations. The board weighed the cost and benefits of hiring security consultants against using existing district resources for emergency preparedness training. Concerns were also raised over the effectiveness of the current New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA) system, with a high percentage of students needing alternative assessments, such as the Substitute Competency Test or portfolio appeals, to graduate.

Verona Town Council Advances Parking Lot Project

Overview: The Verona Town Council meeting on July 22, 2024, unfolded with a focus on the development and modernization of the town’s infrastructure. Among the most matters was the discussion and movement of an ordinance related to the acquisition and improvement of a parking lot on Lakeside Avenue. This strategic move, underscored by a bond ordinance that appropriates $2,250,000 and authorizes the issuance of $2,142,000 in bonds or notes, aims to enhance parking facilities and prepare Verona for a greener future with high-speed electric vehicle charging stations.

Verona School Board Addresses Security Measures and Chromebook Costs

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Verona School Board delved into issues surrounding school security and technology upgrades, alongside celebrating the achievements of district alumni. Noteworthy was the contemplation of enhanced security evaluations and the approval of significant technological expenditures for staff.

Verona Board Examines Redevelopment and Tax Implications

Overview: The Verona Town Planning Board’s recent meeting shed light on developments regarding potential area designations for redevelopment and the tax implications of an affordable housing project. One notable issue discussed was the Redevelopment investigation study for properties located on Bloomfield Avenue and Church Street, which included a detailed assessment of the sites and consideration of the broader impact on the town’s zoning and tax structure.

Verona Secures Federal Grant for License Plate Readers

Overview: In a recent gathering, the Verona Town Council addressed several issues, including the procurement of a federal grant for license plate readers, the advancement of infrastructure projects, and the public’s concerns about the promotion of religious events on public property.