Union County Honors Fallen Firefighter, Advances Community Programs
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Meeting Type:
County Council
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Meeting Date:
02/07/2024
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Recording Published:
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Duration:
11 Minutes
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State:
New Jersey
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County:
Union County
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Towns:
Berkeley Heights, Clark, Cranford, Elizabeth, Fanwood, Garwood, Hillside, Kenilworth, Linden, Mountainside, New Providence, Plainfield, Rahway, Roselle, Roselle Park, Scotch Plains, Springfield (Union County), Summit, Union (Union County), Westfield, Winfield
- Meeting Overview:
Union County Board of Commissioners held a meeting where they honored the memory of firefighter Maris Hudson, who lost his life in the line of duty. Additionally, the meeting included discussions on new community initiatives, including a pilot program for tax preparation assistance for low-income families and expanded interpretation services to meet the needs of a diversifying population.
In a moment of respect, the Union County Board of Commissioners asked for a moment of silence for Plainfield firefighter Maris Hudson, who tragically passed away at 32 while battling a fire. The board extended condolences to his family, friends, and the Plainfield Fire Department.
During the meeting, the Department of Human Services highlighted two significant initiatives. The first is a new pilot program in partnership with United Way, aimed at providing tax preparation assistance to low-income families, potentially boosting their access to tax credits and resources.
Additionally, the Department of Human Services is responding to the diverse language needs of Union County residents by expanding interpretation services. Director Debbie-Ann Anderson mentioned the increased budget to accommodate the growing Creole, Arabic, and Russian-speaking communities seeking social services. The department now handles thousands of calls monthly.
Other departments presented various resolutions and projects, including the Department of Parks and Recreation’s agreement with PSE&G for equipment storage during a utility project, and the Department of Public Works and Facilities Management’s report on a paving project with decreased costs due to adjustments in fuel and asphalt prices.
Edward Oatman
County Council Officials:
Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded, Lourdes M. Leon, James E. Baker, Jr., Joseph C. Bodek, Michele S. Delisfort, Sergio Granados, Bette Jane Kowalski, Alexander Mirabella, Rebecca L. Williams
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Meeting Type:
County Council
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Meeting Date:
02/07/2024
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Recording Published:
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Duration:
11 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Noteworthy
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State:
New Jersey
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County:
Union County
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Towns:
Berkeley Heights, Clark, Cranford, Elizabeth, Fanwood, Garwood, Hillside, Kenilworth, Linden, Mountainside, New Providence, Plainfield, Rahway, Roselle, Roselle Park, Scotch Plains, Springfield (Union County), Summit, Union (Union County), Westfield, Winfield
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