Bogota High School Salutatorian Bags Gates Scholarship, Enrolls at Yale

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Bogota School Board, it was revealed that the salutatorian of the graduating class of 2023 has been accepted to Yale University. This achievement marks a high point in the educational accomplishments of students in Bogota and signifies a milestone for the district’s commitment to academic excellence.

Bogota Tackles Mutual Aid, Airbnb Ban

Overview: On May 18, 2023, the Bogota Borough Council deliberated on several issues including a county-wide Mutual Aid Agreement, an ordinance banning short-term rentals, significant budget adjustments, and community development plans.

Tensions Surface Over Faculty Contracts, STEM Funding at BCC

Overview: The most recent Board of Trustees meeting at Bergen Community College (BCC), held on May 9, 2023, brought to the forefront crucial issues surrounding faculty contracts and STEM program funding, casting a shadow over the institution’s significant achievements.

Bogota Wrangles Over Costly Fleet Renewal and Rec Center Expansion

Overview: The Bogota Borough Council recently convened a tense session characterized by hard decisions and thorny debates, as members grappled with budgetary constraints while aiming to meet essential community needs. The Council contended with two key issues, primarily: a contentious proposal to lease police cars from Enterprise Fleet Management and extensive plans for refurbishment of the town’s recreation center.

South Bergen Jointure Commission Appoints New Leaders, Approves Resolutions in Recent Meeting

Overview: The South Bergen Jointure Commission (SBJC) convened on April 25, 2023, resulting in a series of critical decisions and appointments. The meeting opened with the election of Damian Kennedy as the President and Joseph DeCorso as the Vice President of the SBJC, both for one-year terms.