Concerns Raised Over Cuts To Special Ed. Program: Around Long Valley

LONG VALLEY, NJ — Patch reviews some of this past week's top stories around Long Valley.

Concerns Raised Over Cuts To Special Education Services In Long Valley

Concerns were raised at the recent Washington Township Board of Education Meeting regarding the allocation of funds in the adopted 2022-23 budget. Lauren Byrne, Assistant Behavior Analyst for the Washington Township School District, addressed the board members about budget cuts affecting special education programs in Washington Township schools.

No 'Major Discipline' For Police In Long Valley In 2021

The Washington Township Police Department reported no "major discipline" for 2021. According to the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General's "Major Discipline" report, no officers in the agency received "major" punishment last year. The issues that were reported span between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2021, and were required per a directive by former Attorney General Gurbir Grewal.

Registration Open For Washington Township Baseball Camps

Summer break is just around the corner, and organizations are starting to accept registration for summer camps. Washington Township has announced two baseball camps for parents who are stumped as to how to keep their children happy and occupied this summer.

Taxes Go Up In Approved School Budget In Washington Township

Taxes will go up about $128 for the average Washington Township School District taxpayer in the 2022-2023 school year now that the school district's budget for that academic session was passed, a school official said. The amount is based on a house valued at $439,258 in the township, which is equal to the average assessed value of homes in Washington Township. The tax increase does not include municipal taxes or the West Morris Regional School District's tax levy.

Watch Movies Under the Stars This Summer In Long Valley

There are many benefits to the arrival of summer and warm evenings, such as watching your favorite films while stargazing. Patch has you covered this summer for your outdoor movie nights, as Washington Township Parks & Recreation has announced the 2022 Movies Under the Stars lineup.

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