- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 8/20/24
- 08/20/2024
- 173 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Washington (Gloucester County) School Board meeting addressed issues, including complications with the transition to a new health benefits platform and ongoing debates about charging fees for athletic events. Discussions also touched on honoring a long-time coach, filling a vacant board seat, and addressing allegations of conflicts of interest in the insurance bidding process.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 8/14/24
- 08/14/2024
- 45 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Washington Township Town Council meeting featured several announcements, including the allocation of $450,000 in funding for the first all-inclusive playground in Gloucester County and the introduction of innovative road management technology.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 7/24/24
- 07/24/2024
- 67 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Washington Township Town Council addressed a variety of issues, most notably the promotion of a police officer and the success of a Girl Scout fundraising initiative. The council also tackled subjects ranging from budget concerns and local taxes to community events and public services. Among the decisions made were the approval of several ordinances, resolutions, and the swearing-in of a police officer to Sergeant.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 7/23/24
- 07/23/2024
- 173 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At a recent meeting, the Washington (Gloucester County) School Board addressed a comprehensive range of issues, with a notable emphasis on the mental well-being of students, safety measures including the potential use of vaping detectors, and the enhanced focus on academic excellence. The board’s stance on handling behavioral issues in-house, as well as the implementation of various new systems to support student achievement and staff development, underscored the meeting’s overarching theme of fostering a supportive and secure educational environment.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 7/16/24
- 07/16/2024
- 121 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Washington (Gloucester County) School Board meeting highlighted the board’s postponement in appointing a new board member, contentious budget discussions, concerns about potential privatization, and policy debates. The board acknowledged the necessity for additional time to evaluate candidates for the vacant board seat, with the understanding that if a decision is not reached within 65 days, the county superintendent will appoint a replacement. Budget deliberations followed, which included a resolution to adopt the fiscal plan without changes from the last meeting, despite voiced opposition related to financial impacts and transparency to stakeholders.