Robert Fisicaro Archives

Haddon Township, Collingswood Face Difficult Choices in Resolving School Funding Deficits

A one-time policy solution offered by the New Jersey Department of Education allows communities that lost state aid to exceed the cap on their taxes without a public vote. In Haddon Township and Collingswood, which have already made cuts, it could take double-digit increases just to maintain current staffing and service levels.

April 8, 2025

Schools

More Aid Cuts Leave Haddon Township Schools Facing $4M Deficit for 2025-26 Budget

Superintendent Bob Fisicaro says options for closing the gap include a combination of tax increases, drawing down a reserve fund for emergency unemployment benefits, and borrowing against money reserved for improvements to athletic facilities. The district submits its budget Wednesday.

March 19, 2025

Schools

Haddon Township Voters Approve $31M School Bond by Nearly 2-1 Measure

March 13, 2024

Schools

Haddon Twp. Residents Discuss Key Issues Ahead of $31M School Referendum Vote

January 4, 2024

Haddon Township, Collingswood Face Difficult Choices in Resolving School Funding Deficits

More Aid Cuts Leave Haddon Township Schools Facing $4M Deficit for 2025-26 Budget

Haddon Township Voters Approve $31M School Bond by Nearly 2-1 Measure

Haddon Twp. Residents Discuss Key Issues Ahead of $31M School Referendum Vote

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