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.

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.

New Milford Borough Council Greenlights Main Street Project and New Ordinances, Discusses ShopRite Community Event

Overview: In a move to modernize its municipality, the New Milford Borough Council unanimously adopted several new ordinances while allocating an additional $90,750 for the Main Street Improvement Project from the borough’s Capital Improvement Fund. Meanwhile, plans for a community event organized by ShopRite took center stage, sparking discussions over logistics and suitability. The council also discussed county paving programs, community engagement events, and various administrative updates.

Engagement or Evasion? New Milford School Board Debates Value of Public Outreach

Overview: The New Milford School Board recently convened to tackle a variety of pressing topics, including community involvement in district matters, mental health, and the impact of staffing cuts on teacher morale.

Bergen County Approves Over $100 Million in Bonds for Vital Improvements; Hears Firing Range Proposal

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, over $100 million in bonds were introduced and approved for various departments and community projects, from health improvements to public works and educational facilities. A proposal for a new state-of-the-art firing range was also made. The commissioners expressed pride in various community engagements and discussed plans for environmental, educational, and inclusivity initiatives.