There’s a few local government meetings across North Warren County this week. Here’s a rundown of what’s happening and how residents can attend or participate.
North Warren Regional Board of Education
Date & Time: August 24, 2026 at 6 p.m.
Location: Media Center at North Warren Regional School District, 10 Noe Road, Blairstown
What’s on the Agenda:
FINANCE
- Motion to accept, certify and file the following revised and final
FY26 financial reports for June 30,2026 as revised and note that sufficient funds
are available to meet the District’s financial obligations. - Motion to approve payment of all regular bills as per the
provided lists. - Motion to approve the cancellation of outdated and outstanding checks in the
general operating fund from the 2023-2024 operating year - Motion to approve the Travel & Expense Reimbursement form
- Motion to maintain membership in NJSIAA and agree to be governed by the
Constitution, Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of the NJSIAA, including all
rule governing student-athlete eligibility for the 2026-2027 school
year. - Motion to approve the following coaching positions for the 2026-2027 school year, as
recommended by the Superintendent, pending completion of all required
background checks, clearances, and compliance with District policies and procedures. - Motion to accept, with regret and best wishes, the resignation of Carie
Norcross-Murphy effective on or about October 17, 2026. - Motion to hire Breanne Schick as Payroll/Human Resources Coordinator at a
salary of $65,000, prorated accordingly, for a start date on about September 8,
2026, as recommended by the Superintendent. - Motion to accept the donation, with gratitude, of 17 yards of large river stone from the North Warren Regional Foundation utilized for landscaping by the entrance to the building
- Motion to acknowledge Krystal Kise’s withdrawal of her acceptance of the bus driver position offered for the 2026-2027 school year.
- Motion to approve revision of the maternity child rearing leave request for Employee #0899, with leave to begin on or about August 24, 2026, and an anticipated return date of February 8, 2027, using accrued sick leave, and unpaid NJFLA leave, as applicable, in accordance with federal and State law, Board policy, the negotiated agreement, and required medical documentation.
- Motion to approve the appointment of Michelle Kabse as English Teacher for the
2026-2027 school year, at an annual salary of $75,000, as recommended by the
Superintendent, subject to all required approvals, certifications, clearances, and
compliance with district policies and procedures. - Motion to approve hosting the following nursing students from WCCC for their clinical
experience contingent upon receipt of all required clearances. - Motion to approve DASACC from Prevention Connections for approval by the Board on
8/24. - Motion to approve the following extra curricular positions for the 2026-2027 school
year, as recommended by the Superintendent, pending completion of all required
background checks, clearances, and compliance with District policies and procedures. - Motion to approve the Sixth Period Assignments, in lieu of a duty
- Motion to approve a per diem Sixth Period Stipend Assignments, as
recommended by the Superintendent. - Motion to approve Loretta Handy for 2026-2027 curriculum writing, not to exceed eight (8) hours at the NWREA contractual rate of $55 per hour.
- Motion to approve the following mentors for the 26-27 school year in the amount of $550.00
- Motion to approve $2,000. stipend for Jennifer Mercurio for the 2026-2027 year to provide hygiene support for a student of need.
- Motion to approve the addendum to the agreement with ESS Support Services,
LLC to provide staff chaperone services, as requested by the District, to fill District
positions through June 30, 2027. - Motion to approve the listed out-of-district placements
CURRICULUM
- Motion to approve the 2026-2027 Curriculum Guide.
- Motion to approve the Danielson Model for teacher evaluations for the
2026-2027 school year and the New Jersey Principal Evaluation for
Professional Learning for the Principal and Assistant Principal. - Motion to approve the following student teacher Caleb Mallon from East
Stroudsburg University to be working with Charles Tillou for 26-27 school year. - Motion to approve the following student teacher Carmen Wright from
Centenary University to be working with Loretta Handy for the 26-27 school year.
TRANSPORTATION
- Motion to approve the listed parental transportation contract for
the 2026-2027 school year - Motion to approve the Joint Transportation agreement with Kittatinny Regional
High School for Choice Students for the 2026-2027 school year in the amount of
$8,889.15 - Motion to approve the attached list of 2026-2027 Field Trips,
Community-Based Training and Job Sampling. - Motion to approve the rate of pay for the following bus drivers at $45 per hour
and bus aids at $25 per hour for the 2026-2027 school year. - Motion to approve a Shared Services Agreement between the North Warren
Regional School District and the Blairstown Township Elementary School District
for Facilities Repair and Maintenance - Motion to approve the Joint Transportation Agreement between the North Warren
Regional School District and the Blairstown Elementary School District for the
transportation of North Warren students to Ridge and Valley Charter School for
the 2026-2027 school year
POLICY
- Motion to approve the SECOND READING and adoption of the listed policies
and regulation - Motion to approve the FIRST READING of the listed policies and regulation
Public Comment:
Public comment on agenda items and non-agenda items is scheduled during separate portions of the meeting. Comments are limited to three minutes per person.
How to Attend:
In person. Agenda available through the North Warren Regional School District website.
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Knowlton Land Use Board
Date & Time: August 25, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Knowlton Municipal Building, 628 Route 94, Columbia
What’s on the Agenda:
- A motion to determine the completeness of the Allentown SMSA Limited Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless and Cellco Partnership.
- A motion to determine the completeness of Quiet Valley Printing lots
- A determination on whether to extend the approval of the Jehovah’s Witness lot
Public Comment: Public participation is included on the agenda.
How to Attend: In person. Meeting information available through the Knowlton Township website.
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Blairstown Township Committee
Date & Time: August 26, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Municipal Building, 106 Route 94, Blairstown
What’s on the Agenda:
Agenda not posted at time of publication.
Public Comment:
Check agenda for public comment details when available.
How to Attend:
In person. Meeting information available through the Blairstown Township website.
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Editor’s note: Meeting dates, times and agendas can change. Residents should confirm details with the municipality or board before attending.
