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"The state has fallen far short of its own standards in providing funding to public schools," the Board of Education president says.

"We can’t keep up with how many people are shot every day, en masse or alone," Becky Cabaza says. "Even in the wake of this carnage perpetrated on American youth, gun laws barely budge."

"Communities can contribute to racial reconciliation right where they live by resurrecting a more accurate and complete story that honors all Americans," Mo Schlick says.

A summer pool pass for a family of four costs $250, which is less than in some neighboring towns and yet too much for many families in Montclair.

"From the beginning of this fiasco with our manager, I've refused to be silent despite legal counsel telling me I should," Councilor-at-Large Peter Yacobellis says.

"This investment in our schools is not only the necessary and right thing to do, but it is the financially sound and smart thing to do," Brendan Gill writes.

The ADU ordinance, which is set for first reading on Wednesday, Sept. 28, is expected for a final vote Tuesday, Oct. 25.

"In simple terms, it just would not be in Montclair’s best interest to withdraw from the Mutual Aid Agreement," Fire Chief John Herrmann says.

The MEA says Gay-Straight Alliance advisers have helped provide safe spaces for students.

"I believe in a free press and I want future generations to continue to give a voice to the voiceless," Jaime Bedrin says.