Aid for districts, special education needs and costs of state health benefits plan for staff among biggest issues

Advocates, lawmakers say more money needed now to ease crowded schools

Several districts sought increased funding for school construction, security

Advocates contend NJ can't afford further delay in meeting constitutional obligation

Lawmakers are urged to boost funding in upcoming state budget

The Schools Development Authority has a history of troubling activities that predate the current controversy.

School facilities grants will address all Level 1 applications for construction projects, which are considered those of most critical need.

About $270 million is OK’d for 177 districts -- but districts in urban areas still wait for their share.