- NJ
- Cumberland County
- 6/5/24
- 06/05/2024
- 71 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: Cumberland County’s commitment to community and economic development was on full display at the recent Board of Commissioners meeting, where local businesses, leaders, and organizations were recognized for their outstanding contributions. The event centered around the celebration of achievements, with the presentation of several notable awards including Large Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Business Person of the Year, and Nonprofit Organization of the Year, as well as special recognition for local investment and volunteerism.
- NJ
- Union County
- 6/5/24
- 06/24/2024
- 51 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Union County Board of Commissioners meeting, community members expressed marked divisions over the proposed plan for the Clark Reservoir. The proposed development by the Middlesex Water Company, including the dredging of the reservoir, the construction of a walkway, and a recreational train, was met with both support and strong opposition from residents. Concerns centered on the potential ecological impact, resident privacy, safety, noise pollution, and effects on property values. Furthermore, a demoted sergeant at the jail raised the issue of correction officers’ layoffs, emphasizing the consequences for affected families.
- FL
- Pasco County
- 6/4/24
- 06/04/2024
- 351 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Pasco County Council has unanimously approved a expansion of the Road Rehabilitation Services Municipal Services Taxing Unit. This ordinance, designed to expand services to arterial and collector roads, also includes provisions for low-income assistance for select active projects. The Public Works director provided a review, explaining the process of prioritizing roads based on a pavement condition index and discussing various strategies for maintenance based on road condition.
- FL
- Bradford County
- 6/4/24
- 06/04/2024
- 59 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Bradford County Council meeting, the council approved an increase in the local housing assistance plan’s maximum amount for rehabilitation and demolition replacement strategies. Additionally, the council engaged in a discussion about a new road management technology presented by Roadway Management Technologies. The meeting also addressed operational matters, including the closure of county offices on specific dates and upcoming conferences, while commissioners made various comments on community-related topics.
- FL
- Volusia County
- 6/4/24
- 06/04/2024
- 354 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Volusia County Council has approved resolutions concerning non-exclusive commercial solid waste collection and disposal franchises, as well as securing a substantial grant for a regional water reclamation facility. These resolutions, along with discussions on future capital projects and the renegotiation of towing rates, were among the topics at the recent council meeting.