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Rockland pols seek state rescue of East Ramapo schools

Juliza loja, 5, stands on her father's lap

Photo credit: Meghan E. Murphy | Juliza loja, 5, stands on her father's lap to protest proposed cuts to kindergarten at the East Ramapo school board meeting. Juliza attends kindergarten at Kakiat Elementary. (Dec. 18, 2012)

With the East Ramapo School District facing insolvency, key Rockland County politicians plan to push legislation that would provide additional aid from the state, coupled with tougher oversight.

Sen. David Carlucci (D-Rockland/Orange), said Wednesday that on the first day of the new legislative session -- Jan. 9 -- he will introduce legislation to accomplish both goals. Assembly members Ellen...

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