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The Long Beach Board of Education met to discuss the proposed budget and addressed a handful of issues.
Long Beach school board reviews these district initiatives
The Long Beach Board of Education reviews the proposed budget, addressing staffing, student programs, and safety measures, with a vote set for May 20. more
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The Hempstead school district is projected to have a $33 million budget deficit. Above, Board of Education Trustee Jeffrey Spencer, left, board President Victor Jay Pratt and Superintendent Susan Johnson discussed the addition of the Diamond Charter School which is expected to open in September 2026.
Hempstead school district facing a $33 million budget deficit
The Hempstead school district finds itself in severe financial straits with a projected $33 million budget deficit. more
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After a long debate, during which parents voiced their opinions, the Board of Education announced that it will keep East School open.
Did the Long Beach Board of Education decide to keep East Elementary School open?
Long Beach school board votes to keep East Elementary open, citing community needs, as it reviews a preliminary $157.8M budget. more
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State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli’s office audited the Long Beach School District, and found what it described as concerning financial management practices.
Long Beach school district responds to state audit
The Long Beach School District responded to a state audit raising concerns about surplus funds and budgeting transparency, defending its financial practices. more
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Lindell Elementary School is one of the three designated locations for voting next Tuesday.
2024-25 budget and capital plans for Long Beach schools ready for vote
The Long Beach Board of Education finalized its $155.9M 2024-25 budget, including key initiatives and infrastructure improvements. Vote is on May 21 at local schools. more
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The possibility of closing East Elementary School, which has been one of the focuses of budget discussions, was shelved at Tuesday’s meeting.
Long Beach School District reveals 2024-25 second budget draft
Long Beach School District's $155.9 million second budget draft for 2024-25 addresses funding challenges while prioritizing student needs. Learn about community input and efforts to ensure educational excellence. more
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The Channel park homes are without bulkhead protection and are one of the most susceptible areas to flooding.
Sandy repairs lacking at Channel Park
Long Beach’s Channel Park Homes were neglected after Hurricane Sandy, according to a report released last week by ERASE Racism, a Syosset-based civil rights organization. It concluded that there had been a lack of remediation at the public housing development, and that mold-infested homes there continued to pose a health hazard. more
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The city sent a letter to various federal agencies this week asking them to address the findings of a report that found a lack of remediation in Channel Park Homes after Hurricane Sandy.
City calls on feds to address concerns at Channel Park
In the wake of a study released by ERASE Racism last week that raised concerns about health and safety issues at the Channel Park Homes after Hurricane Sandy, the city sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, FEMA and the Governor’s Office of Storm Recovery this week calling on those agencies to address the report’s findings. more
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The Army Corps of Engineers awarded a $37 million contract to H&L Contracting, which will begin construction and rehabilitation of Long Beach's groins this spring.
Army Corps awards $37M contract for dune project
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers awarded a $37 million contract to a Bay Shore-based construction and engineering firm to begin the first phase of a long-awaited coastal protection project for the barrier island in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. more
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Lt. Sam Pinto is a career firefighter, paramedic, nationally certified fire instructor, and certified fire and life safety educator. He can be reached at SPinto@iaff287.org.
Daylight saving time — a time to remember fire safety
Daylight saving time is March 13, when we spring our clocks forward by an hour. It is also a great time to review your home fire safety and check your detectors. more
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