- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/27/24
- 02/27/2024
- 74 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the latest budget workshop meeting, the Wall School Board primarily centered its discussions on the development of special programs, including the new Rise program for the 2024-2025 academic year and initiatives focused on student wellness and special services. The board delved into the proposed special services budget, which detailed a decrease in out-of-district placements due to successful in-district programming. This shift not only aligns with the district’s goal to meet the diverse needs of its students more effectively but also results in decreased out-of-district tuition costs.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/22/24
- 02/26/2024
- 101 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent meeting, the Asbury Park School Board made the critical decision to place Superintendent RaShawn M. Adams on paid administrative leave. The board also appointed a new Acting Superintendent, who acknowledged the challenges ahead and expressed gratitude for the opportunity. Additionally, deficiencies and material weaknesses in the district’s financial reporting were highlighted by an auditor’s report, which raised concerns among board members and prompted discussions about potential training issues and documentation problems.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/22/24
- 02/23/2024
- 103 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a move for local development, the Belmar Zoning Board approved various housing projects during their meeting on February 22nd, with specific conditions aimed at maintaining the town’s character and adhering to zoning regulations. These projects included the addition of a garage and pool, the construction of a new three-bedroom home, and the expansion of an existing residence with a covered porch. The board also witnessed the swearing-in of new members.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/20/24
- 20 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Lake Como Borough Council discussed a resolution to authorize engineering services for the potential sale of the borough’s water and sewer utilities, a move that has been under consideration for around a decade. Mayor Kevin Higgins outlined the history and reasons behind this step, noting the high cost of water for residents due to debt incurred from major investments in the water system post-Superstorm Sandy. The council appointed CME Associates to assess and evaluate the utilities as a first step toward a possible sale to a public utility company.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/13/24
- 02/13/2024
- 227 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Wall Township Board of Education addressed a variety of issues in their recent meeting, covering topics from school safety and financial compliance to the hiring of contractors and project labor agreements. Superintendent Tracy Handerhan presented the annual report pertaining to school violence and vandalism, revealing a total of 17 closed categorized incidents at Wall High School. The meeting also featured an audit presentation by Holman Fry Allison, which reported the district’s sound financial status and compliance with accounting regulations. Additionally, concerns were raised about the safety and inspection of trailers at Central Elementary School, and the potential impact of project labor agreements on local workforce and work quality.