New Jersey School of Conservation funding
Summary
Jim Fiola asked the board to pass a non-binding resolution asking Governor Sherrill to restore full funding to the School of Conservation in Stokes, which faces closure after the state eliminated operating funds.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
Closure would end $1.7 million in local economic activity over three years and eliminate 30 jobs.
Local students, teachers, Sussex County ARC, and 30 county-area employees if funding is restored.
If it closes, local schools lose field trip programs and 30 staff lose jobs.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of County Commissioners (Regular) - Jun 24, 2026
Commissioners and residents are lobbying the governor and legislators to restore state funding cut from the School of Conservation.
Board of County Commissioners (Regular) - May 27, 2026
The board asked Governor Sherrill to restore the School of Conservation's $3 million budget request. The state has cut its funding, threatening 30 local jobs, $1.7 million in local economic activity, and environmental field trips for eight county elementary schools.
Board of County Commissioners (Regular) - Apr 22, 2026
Jim Fiola asked the board to pass a non-binding resolution asking Governor Sherrill to restore full funding to the School of Conservation in Stokes, which faces closure after the state eliminated operating funds.
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