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MVSD Talks Tech
By Melinda Darrow

The second Mountain View school board meeting since the new members took office was held on December 17. Various matters were discussed, and committee members announced. Major topics included administrative raises, school cameras, scholastic bowls, and district policies.

Each committee that was formed has three board members on it, one of whom is appointed chairperson. The list of chairpersons for this year is: Kevin Griffiths – finance, Lucrecia Jesse – personnel, Ellen Aherne – policy, Sondra Stine – education, John Beeman – building and site, Donald Twining – transportation, and James Zick – labor relations. John Beeman is the legislative representative for the PSBA, and John Halupke the Chief Negotiator.

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Quarry Not Discussed Much
By Melinda Darrow

For what may be the first time in months, the December 19 New Milford Township meeting did not have quarry concerns as a central focus. Having had a special meeting with DEP the previous week to address the quarry, this meeting touched on it, but covered many other topics as well. The supervisors and solicitor reported on actions they had taken to address visitor concerns since the last meeting, and visitors discussed these actions and expressed new concerns in a manner which was overall civil, polite, and conducive to productivity. While no longer standing room only, the meeting was still well attended by township residents. Mr. Hunter was absent throughout the official meeting, though he did make it to the gathering afterwards. Mr. Shibley presided.

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