Nutley Board of Education Meeting 2026-01-27

The Nutley Board of Education held a meeting on January 27, 2026, where key topics included personnel appointments, budget development, and facilities updates. The board approved several resolutions across academic, administrative, finance, policy, and personnel categories. Notably, the finance committee discussed preliminary budget projections for the 2026-27 school year, updates on facilities projects including the middle school media center, and reviewed payment applications and change orders. An RFP for a forensic audit was also issued. Additionally, the board authorized an addendum resolution to apply for a grant from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs to enhance functional space at Radcliffe School, with no cost to the district. Public concerns about school transportation safety and facility conditions were addressed, with commitments to follow up on these issues. Overall, the meeting focused on advancing budget planning, approving personnel hires, managing facilities projects, and pursuing grant funding opportunities.