- NJ
- Atlantic County
- 7/22/24
- 07/22/2024
- 44 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent assembly, the Greater Egg Harbor School Board focused on a proposal to enhance student safety through the repaving and widening of sidewalks near Absegami High School. The initiative, presented by Galloway Township, is designed to improve the pathways students use daily. The board also reviewed ongoing construction work at Cedar Creek and Oakcrest High Schools, confirming that despite recent utility disruptions, including power and water outages, the projects remain on schedule. Additionally, the board discussed special education aid funding and preparations for the upcoming school year, including the integration of new students and orientation activities.
- NJ
- Atlantic County
- 7/18/24
- 07/22/2024
- 96 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Egg Harbor City Council focused on managing community resources and infrastructure in their latest meeting, with substantial discussions regarding the demolition of a collapsed church building and the restructuring of a city department position. These items took precedence over other matters due to their potential impact on the city’s budget and administrative function.
- NJ
- Atlantic County
- 7/18/24
- 07/19/2024
- 136 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Margate City Council meeting was marked by community engagement and decisions on property purchases, ordinance amendments, and infrastructure improvements. Residents voiced concerns over noise, disturbances, and safety issues emanating from local businesses, especially those related to outdoor dining and late-night activities. In response to these concerns, the council discussed amendments to existing ordinances and introduced new regulations to address the community’s quality of life. Additionally, the council moved forward with the purchase of a property for municipal parking to alleviate parking issues, and approved various capital improvement projects.
- NJ
- Atlantic County
- 7/16/24
- 07/17/2024
- 52 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Atlantic County Board of Commissioners meeting focused on addressing the escalating fentanyl crisis, enhancing harm reduction campaigns, and recognizing late community leaders. The board also discussed the widespread availability of Naloxone, approved several key resolutions including infrastructure grants and public safety improvements, and presented scholarships to local students.
- NJ
- Atlantic County
- 7/16/24
- 07/18/2024
- 29 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Egg Harbor School Board addressed issues surrounding student safety, including violence, vandalism, substance abuse, and weapons, along with strategies to combat harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) in schools. The district’s performance in the eight core elements of the HIB program was also reviewed, with the district scoring 76 out of 78. Additionally, the board discussed updates on transportation, food service, and a wellness program, and recognized the high school Key Club for their community service efforts.