- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 10/17/24
- 10/18/2024
- 26 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Belmar School Board renewed Superintendent Jimmy Alvarez’s contract and highlighted various educational initiatives, improved test scores, and concerns regarding state assessment imbalances. The board unanimously agreed to a new term for Alvarez, retroactively starting July 1, 2024, and concluding July 1, 2029. Concurrently, the board discussed strategies to address recent state assessment challenges faced by the district.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 10/15/24
- 10/15/2024
- 155 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Wall School Board meeting, several issues emerged, highlighting ongoing concerns about transparency, financial management, and infrastructure within the district. Betsy Cross, a resident, addressed the board during the public comment period, raising significant questions about the disclosure of legal settlements and the board’s transparency. Cross criticized what she described as secretive behavior surrounding legal settlements related to Central School trailers, questioning why a new case settlement was not listed on the agenda.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 10/15/24
- 10/16/2024
- 53 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Lake Como Borough Council meeting was marked by discussions on a proposed ordinance regarding the use of stones and gravel in the verge area, a matter that has garnered attention due to its implications for local landscaping practices. The council also addressed ongoing litigation related to the Assessment Demonstration Program (ADP), traffic regulation changes, and resident concerns about property taxes and municipal safety.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 10/8/24
- 10/09/2024
- 31 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Belmar Borough Council meeting addressed several community issues including soil contamination at a Main Street site, community beautification efforts, and safety concerns related to inadequate lighting at intersections. Residents expressed strong concerns about the town’s aesthetic appeal and ongoing environmental issues, urging the council to take action.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 10/1/24
- 10/02/2024
- 59 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Lake Como Borough Council meeting was marked by debate over proposed stone regulations in the Verge area and the approval of key financial measures for local infrastructure projects, including a dog park and pickleball courts. The council also addressed parking and street regulations, alongside community feedback on fiscal policy and local events.