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On Tuesday, voters in Holmdel will make two key decisions–who do they want on the Board of Education and do they approve the proposed school budget for the 2010-11 school year.

Over the last few days, the school district has posted more details about the proposed budget and the staffing cuts that will take place, even if the budget passes.   According to district’s newsletter, 16 positions will be eliminated, including one administrator, 6 teachers, and 9 non-certified staff members.  The Board has also asked all staff members to accept a salary freeze. 

The school district’s home page has more details, including a Q&A document and a “user-friendly” budget.    Check out the top of page 2 of the budget document, and you’ll notice that the proposed operating budget for next year will be slightly less than the current operating budget. 

Polls will be open between 2 and 9.  Voters who have previously used the Fire House to cast their ballots (district 4 and 9) should note that their polling places have moved.  District 4 voters will now vote at the senior center and District 9 voters will go to the Village School.

The last few weeks have been quite a whirlwind for me, and my gratitude goes out to all the people who have been kind enough to contribute to my campaign, put signs on their lawns, write letters to the local papers or simply offer words of encouragement and support.  

Lisa and I are so lucky to have so many good friends.  Thank you.  And don’t forget to vote!