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.

Emerson Council Greenlights Late-Night Filming, Eyes License Plate Readers

Overview: In a regularly scheduled meeting on September 5th, the Emerson Borough Council, led by Mayor Danielle DiPaola, tackled an array of issues ranging from local proclamations to advanced technology for law enforcement. The council notably approved late-night filming permissions in the borough and discussed the potential implementation of Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs) as a crime-fighting tool.

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.

Parent Raises Concern About Student Data Leak in Emerson Schools

Overview: In a recent Emerson School Board meeting, a concerned parent pressed the school’s administration for clarity on a recent data breach and the lack of communication to affected families. Meanwhile, the board revealed robust performance metrics, including surpassing state averages in newly implemented assessments and celebrating a record average AP score. The meeting also addressed diversity and inclusion efforts, facilities upgrades, and community engagement initiatives as the district prepares for the upcoming school year.

Affordable Housing and New Police Chief Take Center Stage at Emerson Council Meeting

Overview: In a recent Emerson Borough Council meeting, a robust discussion on affordable housing and the announcement of a new police chief marked the highlights of a wide-ranging agenda.