Greater Egg Harbor School Board Confronts Student Discipline and Athletic Department Challenges

Overview: The recent Greater Egg Harbor School Board meeting was marked by discussions on student discipline statistics and concerns within the athletic department. Brenda Callahan presented alarming data on disciplinary actions, revealing 1,857 incidents reported so far. Meanwhile, a faculty member highlighted low morale and a lack of resources in the athletic department, urging the board for improvements. Other topics included the expansion of the autism program, a successful Turkey Trot event, and initiatives for student support through insurance reimbursements.

Margate City Council Advances Gas Station Site Redevelopment with Environmental Safeguards

Overview: The Margate City Council meeting saw discussions on various local projects, with a focus on the redevelopment of a former gasoline service station. The council is progressing towards a tentative settlement with Exxon for December 18th, which includes financial contributions from Exxon for the site’s demolition and environmental cleanup.

Atlantic County Board of Commissioners Approves Purchase for New Board of Elections Facility

Overview: The Atlantic County Board of Commissioners convened recently, addressing several resolutions, including the approval of Bond Ordinance Number Three for acquiring a new facility for the Board of Elections. The board also discussed various infrastructure projects, grants, and public safety measures, with unanimous approval on several resolutions aimed at enhancing county services and facilities.

Egg Harbor City Council Discusses ADA Grant for Senior Center Improvements

Overview: In a recent Egg Harbor City Council meeting, discussions centered on applying for a $400,000 grant aimed at making ADA-compliant infrastructure improvements at the city’s senior center. The council also approved resolutions related to fair housing and competitive contracting.

Margate City Council Discusses Lead Pipe Replacement, Traffic Concerns, and Infrastructure Projects

Overview: During the recent Margate City Council meeting, attention was given to the city’s compliance with a state mandate requiring the replacement of lead and galvanized water service lines. Residents were informed through a mandated letter that this notification would be an annual event until all problematic lines were replaced. This initiative follows state law to ensure safe water quality, despite the current water quality being deemed acceptable. To facilitate the process, the city is developing a dedicated website where homeowners can verify their pipe materials by uploading photographs. This step aims to reduce the necessity for on-site inspections, thereby streamlining the verification process. Additionally, the discussion emphasized that both the service line from the main water line to the meter and from the meter to the house must be verified and possibly replaced.