- NJ
- Cumberland County
- 5/30/24
- 05/30/2024
- 63 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners meeting addressed several topics of community interest, with notable discussions on the New Jersey Motorsports Park’s contribution to the local economy and the issue of cannabis licensing and businesses in the area.
- NJ
- Atlantic County
- 05/28/2024
- 23 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Atlantic County Board of Commissioners, a portion was dedicated to honoring military service and addressing the renaming of the Atlantic County Veteran Cemetery. The meeting featured a keynote speaker, a former Air Force member, who shared vivid accounts of his military experiences, including his service during the Vietnam War. Additionally, the ceremony at the cemetery was marked by the County Executive’s discussion regarding the renaming of the facility after his predecessor, acknowledging the surrounding controversy. The family of a veteran was present to express their gratitude for the renaming of the cemetery in his honor, and a memorial wreath was presented to commemorate the occasion.
- FL
- Putnam County
- 5/28/24
- 05/28/2024
- 124 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The most significant decision at the recent Putnam County Council meeting was the unanimous denial of a rezoning application by Ocean Investments USA LLC, which sought to change a parcel’s zoning from commercial general (C3) to commercial intensive (C4). The 0.68-acre property located on North Highway 17 in Palatka was the subject of considerable discussion as council members weighed the implications of the proposed use against concerns for the surrounding area.
- NJ
- Cumberland County
- 5/28/24
- 05/28/2024
- 90 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners recently convened to discuss a range of topics concerning community welfare and financial management. The most significant issue addressed was the resolution of the Brown litigation, a class action lawsuit brought during the COVID-19 pandemic. The settlement includes $900,000 for attorney fees and a $40,000 class incentive. The resolution of this litigation was noted as a decisive action by the current administration to resolve issues stemming from the county’s past actions.
- NJ
- Sussex County
- 5/23/24
- 05/24/2024
- 62 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Sussex County Board of Commissioners meeting on May 23rd, 2024, encompassed pivotal discussions on future employment through education-business alignment, a quest for pandemic-related documents, and public concerns including a call for a commissioner’s resignation.