Nutley School Board Tackles Financial Discrepancies with Corrective Action Plan and Forensic Audit Talks

Overview: The Nutley School Board meeting addressed financial concerns, highlighted by the approval of a corrective action plan responding to a recent audit that uncovered discrepancies, including undocumented fund transfers and budget shortfalls. The board is considering a forensic audit to ensure transparency and regain community trust, amidst discussions on accountability and financial oversight.

Nutley Town Council Approves Redevelopment Agreement for Chicolini Site

Overview: The Nutley Town Council meeting on December 17, 2024, featured the approval of a redevelopment agreement involving the Chicolini site. The council also addressed various community safety concerns, highlighted by discussions on pedestrian safety and drone sightings, while focusing on fiscal management through ordinances and budget adjustments.

Nutley School Board Celebrates Marching Band’s Triumph and Tackles Bullying and Budget Issues

Overview: The Nutley School Board meeting honored the Nutley High School Marching Band for their championship victories, presented a report on harassment and bullying, and discussed financial reports and budget planning. The meeting also addressed important community concerns, including the inclusion of cultural holidays in the school calendar.

Nutley Town Council Grapples with School Budget Probe and New Garbage Cart System

Overview: The recent Nutley Town Council meeting addressed pressing financial concerns about the school district’s budget investigation and the implementation of a new garbage cart system. The council discussed the prolonged timeline of the financial investigation into the school district’s budget, with calls for accountability and transparency. Additionally, the meeting introduced a new municipal waste collection system involving carts.

Nutley Town Council Delays Decision on Memorial Park Flooding Project Due to Lack of Votes

Overview: The Nutley Town Council meeting on November 7, 2024, tackled several issues, with a key focus on a proposed bond ordinance for flood mitigation improvements at Memorial Park. Despite the urgency of addressing flooding concerns and the availability of a $580,000 FEMA grant, the vote on the bond ordinance was postponed due to insufficient council members present to secure the required four votes for approval. The council plans to reconvene in a special session to finalize the decision.