Bergen Community College Board of Trustees Honors Late Steve Paulino with Scholarship

Overview: In a Bergen Community College Board of Trustees meeting held on September 6, 2023, members united in mourning and honoring the life and legacy of the late Steve Paulino, a former board member who served from November 2019 until his passing earlier this year. Alongside this, the board navigated discussions on new collaborations, celebrated student achievements, and steered the course for institutional accreditation.

South Bergen Jointure Commission Advances Inclusive Partnerships, Staff Changes, and Financial Health

Overview: In a recent meeting that spotlighted key issues affecting South Bergen Jointure Commission schools, the board members discussed several significant matters, including a new partnership with the Boys and Girls Club, a para-training agreement with Felician University, and important personnel changes.

Ramsey Borough Council Approves Plans for New Emergency Complex and Independent Living Facility

Overview: In a recent telephonic meeting conducted by the Ramsey Borough Council, significant municipal matters were discussed and decided upon. The most newsworthy developments included the agreement on replacing the existing 70-year-old emergency services building, the transfer of property to Ramsey Housing Inc for the development of an independent living facility for individuals with developmental disabilities, and the authorization for the installation of electric vehicle fast chargers.

Ramsey Schools Eye AI: Fresh Faces and Forward Thinking Shape the Future

Overview: In its recent meeting, the Ramsey Board of Education discussed the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in curriculum and warmly welcomed fresh perspectives, including a student representative, to its team. The meeting, aligned with the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act, had most board members in attendance, including Jennifer Burns, Nicholas Capuano, Ralph J. Caputo, Laura Behrmann, Andrew Seltzer, David Stitz, and Andrea Lamendola.

Bergen County Approves Over $100 Million in Bonds for Vital Improvements; Hears Firing Range Proposal

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, over $100 million in bonds were introduced and approved for various departments and community projects, from health improvements to public works and educational facilities. A proposal for a new state-of-the-art firing range was also made. The commissioners expressed pride in various community engagements and discussed plans for environmental, educational, and inclusivity initiatives.