Ventnor City Council Advances Downtown Facade Improvement Program and Infrastructure Projects

Overview: The Ventnor City Council meeting on August 14, 2025, focused on significant initiatives including a proposed facade improvement program aimed at revitalizing downtown businesses, various infrastructure projects, and community events. Discussions included offering tax abatements to incentivize local businesses to enhance their properties, addressing infrastructure repairs, and celebrating community engagement.

Hammonton School Board Finalizes Strategic Plan and Showcases Strong Test Results

Overview: The Hammonton School Board meeting on August 14, 2025, highlighted the finalization of a comprehensive five-year strategic plan and the district’s notable performance in state-mandated testing. The strategic plan, developed with the New Jersey School Boards Association, will be officially presented in September. Additionally, the district reported surpassing state averages in key areas of the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA).

Somers Point City Council Faces Resignation Drama and Community Safety Concerns

Overview: In a recent Somers Point City Council meeting, issues took center stage, from council leadership changes and tragic local incidents to matters of community safety and public engagement.

Pleasantville School Board Faces Criticism Over New Start Times and Community Engagement

Overview: The Pleasantville School Board met on August 12, 2025, to discuss a range of issues, with attention given to the new school start times and related logistical challenges. Parents and educators voiced concerns about the implications of these changes, raising questions about the district’s responsiveness to community needs and their impact on student and teacher routines.

Atlantic County Board of Commissioners Navigates Tax Revaluation Costs and Honors Late Commissioner Corsy

Overview: The Atlantic County Board of Commissioners meeting centered around issues, including the financial burden of municipal property revaluations and tributes to the late Commissioner Ernest Corsy. The board addressed topics spanning tax assessment challenges, health benefits consulting contracts, and tributes to veterans, while also honoring Corsy’s legacy and impact on the community.