Why the Berkeley Heights Town Council Needs an Engineer
-Edmund Tom Maciejewski I’m Edmund Tom Maciejewski, and I’m running for the Berkeley Heights Township Council. Imagine a successful baseball or football team. It thrives not just on star players but on a mix of role players and generalists, each bringing their unique skills to the field. Similarly, our township council requires a diverse team where each member contributes something...
In support of Natasha Joly – The BOE candidate Berkeley Heights (still) needs
Patricia Robertson I am writing to express my support for Natasha Joly for the Berkeley Heights Board of Education (“BOE”). While I originally wrote this letter in support of Ms. Joly for last year’s BOE election – one year later Ms. Joly remains steadfast in her commitment to education and continues to leverage her knowledge of key issues to drive important dialogue...
Vote for Sai Bhargavi Akiri for BOE -Column 2
Accountability Matters -Lara Carbine There are many people we meet throughout our lives. Oftentimes we remember them for a special quality or event, or something they said or did that left a lasting impact on us. Teachers often come to mind. Or a special coach that pushed us to work harder and be better than we thought we could be. The same can be...
My Responses to TapInto- Part 1
Sai Bhargavi Akiri who is running for Berkeley Heights Board of Education, who has lived in Berkeley Heights for 11 years. -Sai Bhargavi Akiri Introduction Name: Sai Bhargavi Akiri # of years lived in town: 11 years What skills do you bring to the office? Work Experience As a Program Manager with 20 plus years of project management experience in strategy and...
What does “Stop the Overdevelopment” Mean for Berkeley Heights
– Edmund Tom Maciejewski Over the past half-decade, Berkeley Heights Township Council has sanctioned the construction of over 1400 apartments. While labeled as “Smart Development” by some, I see a stark reality of overdevelopment and urban sprawl. Forests have been razed, drainage problems have escalated, and the council has liberally granted tax abatements via PILOTs (Payment in Lieu of Taxes),...
My Responses to TAPInto Questions
-Natasha Joly Introduction My name is Natasha Joly. My husband and our kids have lived in town for 10 years. Both kids are now attending Governor Livingston High School – 9th and 11th grades. What skills do you bring to the office? I emigrated from Ukraine when I was seven years old. My family came with nothing. My parents instilled...
Mayor Angie Devanney: Margaret Illis & Bill Machado Are the Right Team for Berkeley Heights – Right Now
-Mayor Angie Devanney I’ve had the privilege of being your mayor for almost five years. We’ve been through some difficult times, but we were able to rise above those challenges because we are always better together. Nearly one year into my second term, I’m often asked what my vision is for the next four years. To build on the successes...
Beyond Party Lines: Why Qualifications are Key for Berkeley Heights
Berkeley Heights faces a pivotal moment. With decisions ahead that will shape our community’s future, it’s imperative to elect township council members who bring expertise and a genuine commitment to the well-being of its residents. I, Edmund Tom Maciejewski, am presenting myself as your candidate for the Berkeley Heights Township Council. Let me tell you about my qualifications and why...
2024 Niche “Best School Districts in New Jersey” Released
Berkeley Heights Public Schools bottoms out in local seven-district data dashboard but ranks highly statewide. -Written by an Educator in the Community Niche has released their “2024 Best School Districts in New Jersey” rankings. A total of 390 school districts were ranked. The full list for New Jersey can be found here. Additionally, a Patch article can be found here....
Support for Natasha
-Michelle Bartiromo I have known Natasha for about 8 years. I am thrilled to support her for Board of Education (BOE) and have the utmost confidence she will work hard to represent me, my friends and my community. While I won’t pretend to know all of the ‘hot” issues associated with our schools and going on with the BOE, I...
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