- NJ
- Bergen County
- 10/2/23
- 253 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Ridgewood School Board meeting, former school board member James Morgan faced censure for violating specific New Jersey statutes, an outcome supported by the Commissioner of Education. The decision came following allegations of Morgan’s public comments on litigation filed by another board member and failing to recuse himself. This meeting also included discussions on student academic performance and concerns about flooding affecting school fields.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 8/30/23
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Regular Public Meeting of the Bergen Vocational School Board, held on August 30, 2023, an array of district highlights were showcased, with special emphasis on the “Navigating Success Through Wellness” initiative and several significant student and district accolades.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 9/27/23
- 219 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: On Sept. 27th, at a meeting of the Ridgewood Council, Mayor Paul Vagianos navigated through community misconduct and fended off allegations pertaining to transparency and an alleged $47,000 loan.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 9/20/23
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent convergence of the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, a myriad of pressing issues and community proposals were brought to the fore, with the emergency condition at the Bergen County Justice Center emerging as the focal point of discussions.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 9/18/23
- 230 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a meeting that swung between commendations and crucial community concerns, the Ridgewood School Board navigated a vast array of topics. Front and center were the Tradition of Excellence and Ashby Award recognitions, celebrating the dedicated service of staff members like Nadine Macalino, Dana Higgins, and Linda DiOrio. Amid commendations, serious discussions unfolded on pressing matters including diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, structural upgrades supported by Regular Operating District (ROD) grants, and potential enhancements to the school’s arts and athletics programs.