- FL
- Volusia County
- 4/16/24
- 04/16/2024
- 297 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a development, the Volusia County Council approved a proposal for a fuel terminal project in Orman Beach, despite substantial public opposition and concerns about environmental and residential impact. The decision followed extensive debate and the presentation of a petition signed by 4,400 individuals against the project. The council also discussed and ultimately approved a property purchase for the supervisor of elections office and a warehouse.
- FL
- Pasco County
- 4/16/24
- 04/18/2024
- 156 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Pasco County Council, the most pressing topic discussed was the need for a centralized courthouse to address the area’s rapid growth and the resultant strain on court services. The existing facilities in Dade City and New Port Richey are under significant stress from increased court filings and crime. A centralized complex was proposed to alleviate this stress and extend the life of these courthouses by 20 years. The conversation also emphasized the potential benefits for the public defender and state attorney’s offices, which could consolidate their operations into the centralized complex to achieve greater efficiency and economies of scale.
- NJ
- Atlantic County
- 4/16/24
- 04/17/2024
- 124 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Atlantic County Board of Commissioners’ recent meeting was marked by spirited public discourse on the potential environmental and community impacts of proposed offshore wind projects. Concerns ranged from ecological to economic repercussions, with residents urging the board to articulate a clear stance on the matter. Amid these discussions, the board also addressed several resolutions and agreements pertaining to public safety, infrastructure, and health services.
- FL
- Pasco County
- 4/10/24
- 04/10/2024
- 284 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Pasco County Council approved a contentious plan amendment request affecting the rural overlay area in Northeast Pasco County. The amendment changes the allowable density from one house per five acres to one house per acre on a 92-acre site. This decision was met with concerns from residents about the impact on the area’s rural character, with many urging the council to preserve the current regulations that maintain the region’s rural nature.
- NJ
- Sussex County
- 4/10/24
- 04/11/2024
- 66 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Sussex County Board of Commissioners meeting, discussions ranged from the county’s involvement in regional planning to the development of a local Road Safety plan, amidst vocal public concerns on various issues. The session highlighted the complex challenges facing the county, including the potential for taking on a role in regional planning, enhancing road safety, and addressing public grievances related to county governance and community college management.