Collingswood Borough and Public Schools are working to align their operations to fix a structural shortfall in district funding. Credit: NJPEN.
Collingswood Schools, Government Outline Massive Facilities, Funding Collaboration Effort
Both entities hope to identify new funding sources for district and community needs; consolidate office, academic, and recreation spaces; and manage future capital improvements for the district and community at large. Before any of that, however, they must plug a $3.6-million hole in the district operating budget in the next few weeks.
Approved by the borough government, the deal passes to the Board of Education for ratification on June 22. It clears the way to build new, shared athletic facilities, creates public access to school playgrounds as neighborhood pocket parks, and establishes a framework for increased recreation opportunities. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
The borough found no takers for a liquor license at an initial reserve bid of $400,000, but since cutting the price in half, officials say interest is up. Mayor Zach Houck believes alcohol sales will play a part in local redevelopment efforts as the borough cultivates new commercial investment. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…