Candidate Statement on the Strategic Plan and Referendum | Arik Samson | Berkeley Heights Board of Education
Editor’s Note: The following is the Candidate Statement originally submitted by BOE Candidate Arik Samson to TapInto in response to that website’s questions regarding the BHPSNJ Strategic Planning Process and Referendum. We present it in it’s unedited and uncensored form. My vision for the strategic planning process is clear, direct, and in line with what the community has been asking...
Candidate Statement on Shared Services Agreements | Arik Samson | Berkeley Heights Board of Education
Editor’s Note: The following is the Candidate Statement originally submitted by BOE Candidate Arik Samson to TapInto in response to that website’s questions regarding the value of Shared Services Agreements. We present it in it’s unedited and uncensored form. I think it begins with a critical examination of the contract itself. For example, while I am in full support of...
Candidate Statement: Arik Samson | Berkeley Heights Board of Education
I have been paying attention to how local issues are reported and discussed, and I have noticed patterns that raise important questions about fairness in journalism. Local journalism works best when it strengthens accountability and trust. Competing for traffic or headlines should never come at the expense of giving members of our community the full picture. On several occasions I...
Candidate Statement: Javier Morales | Berkeley Heights Board of Education
My name is Javier Morales, and I have proudly called Berkeley Heights home since 2021. My wife and I chose this town because of its strong school system and welcoming community. We have three daughters, two who attend Thomas P. Hughes Elementary and like so many parents, I want to ensure they, and every student, have the best possible opportunities...
Warren Committee Candidate Dan McCarey Responds to Request for Comment on Affordable Housing, Debate & Dealaman Farm
photo credit: McCarey for Warren Township NJ21st Reached out to Mr. McCarey and Mrs. Lontai for Comment on ‘Affordable Housing, Debate Drama, and Farm Feud Define Warren’s GOP Primary’ published on 06/03/2025. Mr. McCarey’s response to our questions are below: As to the town’s rejection of the 225 settlement and Lisa’s appeal. The reality is that the Affordable Housing obligation...
Candidate Statement: Loretta Rivers on OPRA and Government Transparency
Photo Credit: Loretta Rivers for State Assembly We invited NJ Assembly candidate Loretta Rivers to share her thoughts on OPRA—the Open Public Records Act—and why it matters. She’s running in District 17 against Assemblymembers Joseph Danielsen and Kevin Egan, both of whom voted for the bill that weakened public access to government records. Rivers isn’t running in our district, but...
Steve Sweeney Campaign Responds to NJ21st’s Questions on Education and Housing
As the only candidate for governor with both the proven track record and the experience necessary to serve in New Jersey’s executive office, I have plans – not talking points – to tackle two of the biggest issues that New Jerseyans face when it comes to education and housing. No one in the race has done more to improve New...
Assemblywoman Michele Matsikoudis Addresses NJ21st’s Questions on Education and Housing
As part of our election-year coverage, we’re inviting all General Assembly candidates to share their perspective on two high-priority issues for our readers: education and housing. We’re especially interested in understanding: ● Your approach to state policy on education and housing ● Specific legislative goals or proposals you support ● How your policies reflect the needs and concerns of residents...
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