Bergen County Honors Lifesavers, Unveils Resilient Budget Amid Inflation Pressures

Overview: The recent Bergen County Board of Commissioners meeting served as an occasion to honor several community heroes while grappling with the pressing issues of economic inflation and fiscal responsibility.

Bergen Community College Unveils Inclusive Growth Strategy, Honors Founding Faculty Member

Overview: The Bergen Community College Board of Trustees recently held a poignant session, where they unveiled a comprehensive diversity, equity, and inclusion plan while paying tribute to a founding faculty member who recently passed away, Professor Morrow Marzaco.

Council Greenlights Infrastructure Improvement, Debates High School Parking and Library Board Size

Overview: At a recent meeting, the New Milford Borough Council covered several key decisions and concerns, including road and park improvements, staffing shortages, and contentious topics such as parking near Highland High School and the Library Board of Trustees’ size.

Food Security Crisis Looms Large Over Bergen County Commissioners’ Meeting

Overview: As the Bergen County Board of Commissioners convened recently, one issue emerged as a stark reminder of the challenges facing the community: a burgeoning food security crisis. In their deliberations, the commissioners expressed deep concern over the escalating situation, the numbers of food-insecure individuals surpassing even those recorded during the pandemic peak.

New Milford School Board Grapples with Staff Reductions

Overview: In a recent New Milford School Board meeting, contentious issues around staff cuts, rising benefit costs, and budget reductions took center stage. The meeting, characterized by emotional exchanges and robust debate, was dominated by community concerns about the impact of these decisions on the quality of education in the district.