Hoboken BOE Launches Survey for New 5-year Strategic Plan that Includes Facilities

We need to wonder how much confidence can anyone place in a survey conducted by a Board of Education that paid for a faux "blue ribbon" award, that tried to push a secretive $330 ($241 Million + interest) million bond referendum over the 2021-22 holiday season, raised 2025 taxes by 14.99%, and a superintendent that lied about having a doctorate for over a decade?

Some may ask, what is so bad about a survey? Well...a survey can be strategically designed to influence public opinion and/or outcomes by framing questions to elicit responses that align with predetermined goals. For instance, the Hoboken Board of Education might use leading or biased questions to generate favorable data supporting policies they wish to implement. Given the Board's controversial history—such as the inflated claims of "blue ribbon" awards, the rushed $330M bond proposal with minimal community input, significant tax increases, and oversight failures regarding administrative credentials—residents may view such a survey skeptically. If trust in the Board's integrity is low, the survey could be seen as a manipulative tactic rather than a genuine effort to gauge public opinion. This lack of credibility undermines faith in the process, especially if the survey results are later cited as "proof" of public support for contentious or unpopular initiatives. -Dr. Petrosino 

The Hoboken Board of Education launches a survey to gather feedback for a five-year strategic plan that includes facilities upgrades.

By John Heinis/Hudson County View

“The Hoboken Public School District is embarking on a comprehensive journey to develop a new 5-year strategic plan, a guiding document that will direct all district actions and decisions in the coming years,” Hoboken Superintendent of Schools Dr. Christine Johnson wrote in The Herald last week.

“Central to this process is the revision of the district’s vision and mission statements, along with the establishment of strategic goals. Two of these goals will be particularly significant: one anchored in The Portrait of a Hoboken High School Graduate, which will define the skills and attributes our students should possess upon graduation, and the other in the district’s Long Range Facilities Plan (LRFP), which will ensure that our educational facilities support these aspirations.”

She continues that she is currently working with the district’s architect, facilities director, and BOE Facilities Committee to update the LRFP, as well as engaging with students about The Portrait of a Hoboken High School Graduate.

The online survey is due on December 13th and asks for a tagline, vision, and mission statements, as well as evaluating district goals that include supporting students and teachers needs, implementing innovative programs, and maintaining safe facilities.

A vision statement outlines a school district’s long-term goals and aspirations.

In Addition to an Increase in Rent, Marine View Residents Offered Opportunity to Own Their Apartment in Hoboken

 Marineview Towers residents were offered the chance to buy their own units at affordable prices. Built in 1975, the two apartment buildings. have a combined 432 units/25 stories. The address is 10 3rd St, Hoboken, NJ 07030. 

The proposed rent increase for 2025 as explained in the documentation below is around 9.5%

For those wondering about the rough estimate of buying an average apartment in Marine View--- here is a very preliminary calculation. 

To estimate the monthly mortgage payment for an apartment selling for $450,000, several factors need to be considered:

1. Down Payment: Typically 20% ($90,000) is standard, but it can vary.
2. Loan Amount: For a 20% down payment, the loan would be $360,000.
3. Interest Rate: Current mortgage interest rates for excellent credit (e.g., a 750 credit score) are around 6.5% for a 30-year fixed loan as of late 2024. Rates may vary based on market conditions and lender offers.
4. Loan Term: Usually 30 years.
5. Property Taxes and Insurance: Varies by location but can add approximately 1.25%-1.5% of the home’s value annually.

Estimated Calculation (Assuming a 20% Down Payment):

• Principal and Interest: For a $360,000 loan at 6.5% interest for 30 years, the formula yields about $2,276 per month.
• Taxes and Insurance: Adding roughly 1.25% annually ($450,000 x 1.25% = $5,625/year or $469/month).

Total Monthly Payment:

Approximately $2,745/month, including principal, interest, taxes, and insurance.

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Bill Introduced to the 118th Congress to Abolish the Department of Education

 SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On Thursday, Senator Mike Rounds introduced legislation to eliminate the US Department of Education. 

The proposed “Returning Education to Our States Act” would reassign the department’s responsibilities to other federal entities.

The bill would require the total abolishment within a year after it was enacted into law.

“For years, I’ve worked toward removing the federal Department of Education. I’m pleased that President-elect Trump shares this vision, and I’m excited to work with him and Republican majorities in the Senate and House to make this a reality. This legislation is a roadmap to eliminating the federal Department of Education by practically rehoming these federal programs in the departments where they belong, which will be critical as we move into next year,” Sen. Rounds said.

The following programs within the DOE would be redirected to the Departments of Interior, Treasury, Health and Human Services, Labor and State:

Department of the Interior

• Native American-Serving Institutions Programs
• Alaska Native Education Equity Program
• American Indian Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program
• Indian Education Formula Grants and National Activities
• Native American and Alaska Native Children in School Program
• Native Hawaiian Education
• Special Programs for Indian Children
• Tribally Controlled Postsecondary Career and Technical Education Program
• Impact Aid Programs

Department of the Treasury

• William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program
• Federal Family Education Loan Program
• Federal Perkins Loan Program
• Federal Pell Grant Program
• Health Education Assistance Loan Program
• Education Sciences Reform Act

Department of Health and Human Services

• Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
• American Printing House for the Blind
• Helen Keller Center for Deaf/Blind Youth and Adults
• Federal Real Property Assistance Program
• Special Education Grants

Department of Labor

• All Office of Career, Technical and Adult Education programs
• National Technical Institute for the Deaf
• Randolph Sheppard Vending Facility Program
• Vocational Rehabilitation State Grants

Department of State

• Fulbright-Hays Program

Dr. Rosemarie Truglio (HHS Class of '79) on Good Morning America Speaking with Elmo About Kindness

Celebrating World Kindness Day with Elmo and Dr. Rosemarie Truglio

Sesame Street’s Elmo and Dr. Rosemarie Truglio chat about the importance of Kindness for World Kindness Day.

Dr. Truglio is responsible for the development of the interdisciplinary curriculum on which Sesame Street is based and oversees content development across platforms (e.g., television, publishing, toys, home video, and theme park activities). She also oversees the curriculum development for all new show production, including Esme & Roy, Mecha Builders, Helpsters, and Ghostwriter. 

Dr. Truglio is a graduate of Hoboken High School Class of 1979 and of St. Ann's School, class of 1975. 

LINK FOR VIDEO of Dr. Truglio on Good Morning America (Nov 13, 2024): https://tinyurl.com/4tcvun4h

Hoboken City Council President Jen Giattino Dies Suddenly - Leaves Community Stunned and Devastated

Hoboken Council President Jen Giattino, who was elected to her fourth term to the council representing the 6th Ward last year, passed away suddenly on November 5th leaving the community at large in utter disbelief.

“I am heartbroken to share that my beloved wife, Jen—the love of my life and mother of our three children—passed away suddenly. She was not only an incredible mother but also a dedicated public servant who cared deeply about this community,” her husband Joe Giattino said in a statement.

"Tammy and I are devastated by the sudden passing of Hoboken City Council President Jen Giattino. A loving wife, mother of three, and devoted council member who loved her community, Jen was in public service for all the right reasons." - Governor Phil Murphy

The visitation will take place on Monday, November 11th from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Lawton-Turso Funeral Home, located at 633 Washington St. and the funeral mass will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 13th at Saint Peter & Paul Church – 404 Hudson St.

Hudson County Executive Craig Guy released a statement regarding the death of Hoboken City Council President Giattino:

“I am deeply saddened to learn of the tragic passing of Jen Giattino. Jen was a true public servant. She dedicated her life to helping the residents of Hoboken and was a leader in her community. She was also a devoted wife and mother. All of Hudson County sends sincere condolences to Jen’s family.”

Councilman Paul Presinzano described her as “bigger than life” with so many friends.“She got along with everyone,” he said. “Words can’t describe. It’s a shock.”

Councilman Ruben Ramos Jr. said Giattino fiercely cared about the city of 57,000 and went above and beyond for constituents. He called her the “godmother” of her neighborhood who was “always looking out for everyone.” “People really appreciated the wholesomeness that she brought to the role of the city council,” Ramos said.

Hoboken Residents Invited to Special Public Safety Meeting Nov. 6.

The City of Hoboken, the Hoboken Public Safety Department, and Hoboken Police Department invite residents to a public safety community meeting at City Hall (94 Washington Street, Council Chambers, entrance on Newark Street) on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 5:30 p.m.

The Hoboken Public Safety Director, the Hoboken Police Chief, and the Mayor are scheduled to be available to discuss public safety issues, including a recent incident at Church Square Park. The public will be informed of what is being done to keep residents and visitors safe at the park, and throughout Hoboken.

A GOFUNDME account has been set up to help the woman assaulted in Hoboken's 4th Street Park (Church Square Park). 

Address/Location
City of Hoboken, NJ
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Review of Petrosino, Walkington, and Ekberg (2024) Published in Teachers College Record

 The following is a review of our new book published recently in TEACHERS COLLEGE RECORD

REVIEW: Frameworks+for+Integrated+Project Based+Instruction+in+STEM+Disciplines by Tony Petrosino on Scribd

https://journals.sagepub.com/pb-assets/cmscontent/TCZ/Book%20Reviews/2024%20Book%20Reviews/October/Frameworks%20for%20Integrated%20Project-Based%20Instruction%20in%20STEM%20Disciplines-1727816378.pdf

Why the Early Period of the United States Emphasized Christopher Columbus

The early United States emphasized Christopher Columbus in its place names and cultural memory largely because he represented ideals that were useful to the new nation’s identity and symbolism. The following six reasons give some insight and perspective to this thinking and understanding of the role of Christopher Columbus to the American identity. 

Here are some of the main reasons:

1. Symbol of Exploration and New Beginnings

 Columbus was widely viewed as the first European to "discover" the Americas (despite others like the Vikings reaching the continent earlier), and his voyages symbolized exploration, courage, and new possibilities. For the United States—a young nation breaking from Britain and establishing its own identity—Columbus symbolized a fresh start in a new world.

 2. Unifying Figure for National Identity

 The United States was composed of diverse colonies with varying cultures, languages, and religious beliefs. By celebrating Columbus, the new nation could adopt a figure who predated the colonial rivalries and divisions, offering a shared symbol that could unify Americans under a common historical narrative.

 3. Anti-British Sentiment and Search for Non-British Heroes

 In the post-Revolutionary War era, Americans wanted to distance themselves from British heroes and symbols. Columbus, an Italian who sailed under the Spanish flag, provided a non-British figure for Americans to honor, aligning with the country’s desire for unique national symbols distinct from British history.

 4. Italian and Catholic Representation

 As Italian and Catholic communities grew in the U.S., Columbus became an important cultural figure for Italian Americans, symbolizing their place in American history and culture. For many Catholics in a predominantly Protestant country, Columbus was celebrated as a Catholic hero whose achievements contributed to the broader American story, which was particularly meaningful to those who faced religious discrimination.

 5. Nineteenth-Century Nationalism and “Columbian” Celebrations

 The 19th century saw a revival of interest in Columbus as nationalism grew in the U.S. This led to numerous tributes to Columbus, such as the naming of the capital city (Washington, D.C. was originally known as the "City of Washington in the Territory of Columbia") and celebrations like the Columbian Exposition in 1893, commemorating the 400th anniversary of his first voyage.

 6. The Myth of Manifest Destiny

 Columbus’s image became associated with the idea of "Manifest Destiny," or the belief that Americans were destined to expand across the continent. Celebrating Columbus reinforced this narrative, portraying European settlement as part of a grand, inevitable, and even noble project that aligned with the country’s growing expansionist ambitions.

Overall, Columbus became a convenient symbol for a young nation looking to define itself, promote unity, and create a heroic narrative around exploration and new beginnings, despite the controversies surrounding his legacy today.

Dedication Ceremony for Shirael Vaknin Pollack - 5PM Maxwell Place Park Tues Sept 24, 2024

The dedication ceremony in honor of Hoboken resident Shirael Vaknin Pollack at Maxwell Place Park on Tuesday, Sept. 24, has been rescheduled to begin at 5 p.m. Ms. Pollack, who passed away in 2019 after a two-year battle with stomach cancer, was the co-founder of the Hoboken Public Education Foundation and a tireless advocate for public education. She often spent time in the park with her two daughters. The dedication will serve as a lasting tribute to her impact on the community and the many lives she touched.

About Shirael Pollack
On September 20th, 2019, Hoboken resident Shirael Pollack sadly passed away after a two-year battle with stomach cancer. During her life, Shirael was an inspiration to many people through her tenacious spirit and dedication to giving back to her community. A Hoboken resident since 2007, Shirael co-founded the Hoboken Public Education Foundation, a non-profit organization benefiting Hoboken public schools. Pollack was a tireless advocate for the non-profit’s mission of elevating and enhancing public education through private funding and led the HPEF’s fundraising efforts. At the 2019 HPEF Gala, Shirael and her team raised over $250,000 for the public schools.

Ms. Pollack was also a pediatric therapist, and served on the board of the National Autism Association NY Metro Chapter, helping children with physical and developmental challenges. Even in her battle with stomach cancer, Shirael became an advocate and raised funds for gastric cancer research. 

Hola Dual Language School Becomes an Official Member of the International Spanish Academy

 

The Hola Dual Language School in Hoboken NJ was formally named by the Spanish Consulate as an official member of the International Spanish Academy in recognition of HOLA’s commitment to excellence in bilingual education.

HoLa is annually classified by the New Jersey Department of Education as a top 5% performing school and is designated as a Dual Language Model Program for the state. 

The HOLA Middle School is the first in the state to have its curriculum approved for the College Board’s AP exam program, enabling students to take the Spanish AP exam in 8th grade to qualify for college credits.

I had the honor of introducing the idea of HOLA to the Hoboken Board of Education where it was voted down. I then had the honor of serving on HOLA's Board for almost a decade beginning with its initial founding in 2015. 

Lost But Not Stolen- A Conservative Perspective on the 2020 Presidential Election

A segment from "60 Minutes" shown on September 15, 2024: Retired federal judge Thomas Griffith, a conservative, co-authored a report looking into the 2020 election. He says Jan. 6 protestors were duped. “All the evidence points in one direction,” he says. “And that is that President Biden won, and President Trump lost.”

Retired federal judge Thomas Griffith, a conservative, co-authored a report looking into the 2020 election. He says Jan. 6 protestors were duped. “All the evidence points in one direction,” he says. “And that is that President Biden won, and President Trump lost.” pic.twitter.com/7OZmGYcPgb

— 60 Minutes (@60Minutes) September 15, 2024

Link to the Report: https://lostnotstolen.org 

ESTABLISHING PILOT EDUCATION TRUST ACCOUNTS FOR HOBOKEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS (B-700)

On September 4, 2024, the Hoboken City Council approved an ordinance that allows a proportional allocation of payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) revenue (currently around $500,000) to the four public school entities: Hoboken Public Schools, HOLA Dual Language School, Elysian School, and Hoboken Charter School.

The amount allocated will be based on the proportion of total public school enrollment as of the October 14th enrollment date. October 14th is also the enrollment date used for the Application for State School Aid (ASSA).

Based on the ordinance, $250,000 will be allocated by each of two different PILOTS- specifically, the Monroe Center Hoboken Urban Renewal, LLC and the LCOR Hoboken Rail Station Development LLC. The amount will be increased by 2% each year (see details below).

This agreement took approximately 4 years to negotiate and finalize, indicating the difficulty and contention in eventually reaching this fairly straightforward proportional enrollment allocation. This centered on the Hoboken Board of Education's position that ALL PILOT money should be appropriated to their control.

This was a hot button issue in late 2020, with an effort by the city to disburse the 770 Jackson St. PILOT funds to the board of education, Hoboken Charter School, Elysian Charter School, and Hoboken Dual Language Charter School unsuccessful.

 

Based on the most recent ASSA report* (Chart 1), a rough estimate based on the framework in the ordinance shows that the Hoboken Public Schools will receive approximately $187,862 from each LLC for a total of $375,726 while the three charter schools will proportionally share the remaining $62,137 from each LLC for a total of $124,274. 

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* 2588 students in the Hoboken Public School district and 856 students in Hoboken's three charter districts. 

REGULAR MEETING OF September 4, 2024

 B-700

6. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HOBOKEN, IN THE COUNTY OF HUDSON, NEW JERSEY ESTABLISHING PILOT EDUCATION TRUST ACCOUNTS AND APPROVING THE CONTRIBUTION OF A PORTION OF THE ANNUAL SERVICE CHARGE PROVIDED TO THE CITY OF HOBOKEN PURSUANT TO THE FINANCIAL AGREEMENTS BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF HOBOKEN AND MONROE CENTER HOBOKEN URBAN RENEWAL, LLC AND BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF HOBOKEN AND OBSERVER HIGHWAY URBAN RENEWAL, LLC INTO THE CITY'S PILOT EDUCATION TRUST ACCOUNTS (COUNCIL MEMBER RAMOS, COUNCIL MEMBER JABBOUR)

Hoboken Pilot Agreement - 2024-09-04 by Tony Petrosino on Scribd

Perth Amboy Succeeds Where the Hoboken Board of Education Failed- Bringing a State of the Art High School to Town at Minimal Economic Cost to Residents

Visitors got a sneak peek recently at a massive new high school in Middlesex County, one week before students will return to classes. The sprawling new Perth Amboy High School is the largest high school construction project ever funded by the New Jersey Schools Development Authority, state officials said.

The school will enroll approximately 3,300 students, making it one of the largest high schools in New Jersey and larger than some of the state’s colleges.

It cost $283.8 million to build the three-story, 590,000-square-foot high school, state officials said. The state’s Schools Development Authority picked up 98.8% of the cost or $280.5 million with the district picking up the remaining 1.2% or $3.3 million of the construction.

Regular readers of this blog will remember the secretive and ultimately failed proposal for a new high school in Hoboken, NJ where the Board of Education wanted to build a high school completely at the city's own expense by floating a bond that ultimately would have cost the citizens somewhere in the neighborhood of $350,000,000. The public vote on the issue in Hoboken failed overwhelmingly. 

Photos: Ed Murray| For NJ Advance Media

  

Recently Approved Contract for Jersey City Superintendent Dr. Norma Fernandez

The following is the recent contract for the Superintendent of Schools for Jersey City, NJ, Dr. Norma Fernandez. Here is a link to the story on Hudson County View which is worth a read: https://hudsoncountyview.com/jersey-city-boe-approves-3-year-superintendents-contract-that-tops-out-at-341k/#google_vignette

Fernandez BOE Contract 8-26-24 by Tony Petrosino on Scribd

Possible Deception and Certain Confusion: Emblem for Lighthouse blue ribbon Award Strikenly Similar to US Department of Education's Blue Ribbon Award

The similarity between the emblem for the blue ribbon"Lighthouse" Award (left) and the US Department of Education emblem for being a "blue ribbon" school (right) is both deceptive and obvious. This speaks VERY poorly for the organization that is behind this award and of course the Hoboken School District using the bogus emblem with its HIGH similarity to the US Dept. of Education's emblem for the award. 

A district does not need to provide any funds to the US Department of Education when they are recognized as being a Blue Ribbon school whereas schools and districts do pay to be assessed by the Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence which is a non-profit 501c organization.  

This public relations effort by the Hoboken School District has been in the making since January of 2024 as reported by PATCH. 

Hoboken School District Awarded Recognition by the BRSE Organization- Parsing Blue Ribbon Recognition

There has been a fair amount of information recently about the Hoboken public school district being the only district in New Jersey to have received a special distinction, determined that all five of the schools have "met the criteria to receive the 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence Lighthouse Award,” which is recognition awarded by the BRSE organization. This achievement makes the Hoboken Public School District the first in New Jersey to have each school recognized as National Blue Ribbon Lighthouse Schools and to be named a 2024 Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence Lighthouse District.

Just to clarify-this is not the same thing as the US Deptment of Education’s Blue Ribbon designation of the top 10% of schools. It’s an independent organization. This is an assessment schools pay for through a survey of who the school designates to include and an accompanying conference administrators can pay to go to ( you get to go for free depending on your assessment results) and then can be included in the company’s recognition. The name definitely causes some confusion-the founders captured the name during the brief time the Dept of Education took a hiatus from their invitation only program.

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Basically, this is a paid assessment done through a survey of self-selected respondents and the administrator gets to go to Disney https://blueribbonschools.com/ vs. https://nationalblueribbonschools.ed.gov which is the United States Department of Education’s invitation only award program honoring high-performing schools. It could be misleading, given BRSE took that name. A close observation shows that BRSE's  own website states “*Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence, Inc., claims no affiliation, nor endorsement, by the United States Department of Education – Blue Ribbon Schools Program”.

Bart Teal, the 80-something founder of BRSE, used to run a training camp via Nova Southeastern University for school districts that wanted to up their chances of getting the original US Dept of Education Blue Ribbon designation. When the DoE dropped the BR program for a short while in the early 2000s, Teal picked it up and began using a version of the Blue Ribbon name. On its website, the DoE currently gives this warning: "Please be aware that the U.S. Department of Education’s National Blue Ribbon Schools program is not associated with the Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence Program, which is sponsored by a non-profit organization in South Carolina. Schools may be contacted by the South Carolina organization to participate in conferences and may be confused by the similar name."

On the DoE site, there are lists of current and previous holders of the Blue Ribbon title. The lists include all sorts of information about the winning schools. The BRSE, on the other hand, merely lists names of schools, like John F. Kennedy Elementary and West Elementary, not even the towns where they are located. Their "about us" is just a list of names, nothing clickable.

The similarity between the emblem for the "Lighthouse" Award (left) and the
US Department of Education emblem for being a "blue ribbon" school (right)
 is both deceptive and obvious

For $7900 you can participate in their school improvement and recognition program, where they will you survey your students (over 3rd grade reading), parents (they usually get 30%), admin and teachers & staff (the ones you CHOOSE!) via an online assessment. 

What possessed the Hoboken Board of Education and the superintendent to send tax money to this group???

City of Hoboken Proposes Innovative Effort to Invest in Public School Districts Within the City - Council Vote Soon

The administration of the City of Hoboken recently announced the city's intent to invest over $500,000 annually into the City’s four public school districts: Hoboken Public School District, Hoboken Charter School, Elysian Charter School, and Hoboken Dual Language Charter School.

Pending Hoboken City Council approval, the City will establish four trusts to allocate a portion of the funding made available through payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) agreements with the developers of 770 House and the Hoboken Connect project to support the city’s public education system (See "The Truth About PILOTs and Public Schools" published by Hoboken's three charter school districts). 

The new School Improvements Trusts will mark the first of their kind in the State, serving as an innovative financing solution to support public schools and their need for improved facilities.

The funding will increase each year by 2 percent over the lifetime of the PILOT agreements and can be used by each district to improve physical facilities, offset debt service, purchase equipment, make lease payments, conduct routine maintenance, and acquire additional properties, among other necessities.

“As a councilman in 2016, I was proud to vote for an idea that charted a course for the City to further support its public school system, and now as Mayor I am even more proud to turn this concept into real dollars,” said Mayor Bhalla. “I am thankful to the leadership at the Hoboken Public School District, Hoboken Charter School, HoLa, and Elysian Charter School for collaborating with my administration on this innovative funding solution. This is particularly important today to help close the gap of stagnant State Aid funding, especially when neighboring municipalities of similar sizes are realizing hundreds of millions of dollars more than Hoboken. I look forward to the Hoboken City Council’s impending adoption, so we can put the money to good use in support of our schools.” 

In the past, the public schools and charter schools have sometimes squabbled over funding and over the possible expansion of the charters, which could draw students away from the regular distirct. The public school district has filed lawsuits over the expansions of at least two of the charter schools in the past. 

There was also a dispute four years ago over who was supposed to get PILOT funds. READ MORE: Hoboken Says Its Charter Schools Won't Get PILOT Money

The Hoboken City Council is scheduled to vote on the first reading ordinance to create the four trust funds for each school district during its regular meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 21, at 7 p.m. at Hoboken City Hall, 94 Washington St.

Comment: Definitely a step in a good direction. Do we know yet how the funds in the trust will be divided among the 4 school districts? By number of students? By number of buildings? Equally? Some formula? By need? By proposal?

Photo Credit: Gary Hershorn Photography