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- Passaic County
- 6/9/25
- 06/10/2025
- 91 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting of the Haledon School Board, discussions were dominated by the issues of hiring and retention of staff amid budget constraints, the implications of recent legislative changes, and ongoing strategic planning. The board navigated complex topics, ranging from hiring practices for specialized roles to community partnerships and facility usage policies, all while ensuring transparency and fiscal responsibility.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 5/27/25
- 05/28/2025
- 94 Minutes
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Overview: The Passaic County Board of Commissioners meeting on May 27, 2025, was marked by celebrations of Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, recognition of notable community members, and discussions around funding for local park development and historic preservation projects. The meeting also addressed a new microtransit service and adopted a bond ordinance for a vocational school parking garage.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 5/21/25
- 05/22/2025
- 104 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Haledon School Board approved the introduction of a new advanced mathematics class for seventh graders, despite facing a significant reduction in financial aid amounting to over $800,000. The board managed to avoid layoffs by utilizing a practice known as “breakage,” which involves savings realized when replacing departing employees with less costly hires. The meeting covered a range of topics, including personnel changes, facility use policies, and the installation of new vape detectors, highlighting the district’s efforts to balance financial constraints with educational innovation and student safety.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 5/13/25
- 05/20/2025
- 38 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Passaic County Board of Commissioners launched a pilot microtransit program designed to improve transportation access for residents in Paterson and Clifton. The program, named Passaic County Move, aims to provide an on-demand bus service akin to popular ride-sharing platforms, offering enhanced mobility for residents who need to connect to mass transit, grocery stores, and other essential services.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 4/30/25
- 05/01/2025
- 158 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Haledon School Board addressed issues of chronic absenteeism and budgetary constraints, alongside discussions of proposed cuts to extracurricular activities and the financial complexities facing the district. With chronic absenteeism recognized as a concern, the board explored its impact on student performance and potential strategies to mitigate it. Budget discussions highlighted the challenges posed by state aid reductions and the implications for student programs.
