Schools

Collingswood Schools Ask Borough to Help Plug $1.8M Structural Deficit

Hampered by the statutory 2-percent budget cap and flat state aid, the district says it will be unable to address increased costs without outside help. Borough officials say they are eager to partner on the issue, but also want to weigh in on the board’s budget construction and resolve contract negotiations with its teachers union.

Government

Collingswood to ‘Pause’ Water Tower Redevelopment Project

Mayor Jim Maley said ‘the numbers don’t work’ on the current proposal for the 1.8-acre parcel. The project would have added 155 residential units and structured parking to an area formerly occupied by the Collingswood Police and Public Works buildings. No alternative plans for the site have been discussed yet.