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- NJ
- Essex County
- 4/28/25
- 04/28/2025
- 250 Minutes
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Overview: The West Orange School Board meeting on April 28th, 2025, was dominated by discussions on budget constraints and proposed cuts, sparking community concern over the potential elimination of the Mandarin language program at the middle school level, staffing reductions, and broader financial challenges. The board addressed the district’s $11 million budget shortfall, exacerbated by decreased state aid and rising operational costs.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 4/22/25
- 04/23/2025
- 322 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The West Orange Town Council meeting on April 22, 2025, was predominantly focused on addressing longstanding parking challenges and the potential adoption of the Immigrant Trust Act. The council examined comprehensive parking solutions and discussed the financial and logistical implications of creating a dedicated parking department. Additionally, the council considered a resolution supporting the Immigrant Trust Act, reflecting ongoing concerns about immigrant rights and community safety amid heightened federal enforcement activities.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 4/8/25
- 04/09/2025
- 302 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the West Orange Town Council meeting, concerns were raised regarding the promotion practices within the police department and the need for traffic safety improvements across the town.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 3/25/25
- 03/26/2025
- 301 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The West Orange Town Council meeting was marked by debates over the proposed ban on gas-powered leaf blowers and the introduction of a gender-neutral restroom ordinance.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 3/17/25
- 03/17/2025
- 179 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The West Orange School Board meeting held on March 17, 2025, centered around mounting budgetary challenges, with discussions highlighting a significant projected deficit and its potential impact on staff and programs. The board grappled with a decrease in state aid, necessitating considerations for cuts to full-time positions and educational programs, sparking concern among community members.
