Lindenwold Council Tackles 2024 Budget and Community Concerns

Overview: The Lindenwold Borough Council meeting addressed a range of topics from the introduction of the 2024 Municipal budget to community issues such as door-to-door solicitation and the need for a homeless shelter. The council also welcomed new council members and discussed grants for local infrastructure improvements, while residents expressed their concerns during the public comment period.

Cherry Hill School Board Faces Debates and Demographic Changes

Overview: At the recent Cherry Hill School Board meeting, discussions on the projected demographic changes and their effects on school enrollments emerged as notable topics. The board grappled with a comprehensive demographic study forecasting a population increase and a consequent rise in student numbers over the next five years. This report, presented by Dr. Grip, outlined shifts in the township’s racial demographics, housing developments, and enrollment trends. The School Board also faced public scrutiny over several issues, including the integration of the alternative high school into Cherry Hill East, concerns regarding the promotion of Dr. Birdie, and debates on cell phone usage policies in classrooms.

Collingswood School Board Contemplates School System Overhaul

Overview: The recent meeting of the Collingswood School Board centered on a potential sweeping transformation of the district’s school facilities, including the consolidation of schools, the sale of Garfield School, and the acquisition and conversion of Good Shepherd School. The plan, proposed to address overcapacity at the elementary level and improve educational infrastructure, has sparked a mix of optimism, concern, and debate among board members and the community.

Gloucester Council Grapples with Local Development and MUA Sale

Overview: The Gloucester Town Council meeting addressed a variety of community concerns, with discussions centering on local development, the sale of the Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA), and environmental conservation. Residents raised issues about new construction near the freeway Golf Course, potential privatization of the MUA, and the environmental impact of the gems landfill cleanup.

Merchantville Borough Council Advances Police Promotions and Addresses Tree Ordinance

Overview: Merchantville Borough Council’s recent meeting centered on two significant events: the promotion of police officers within the Merchantville Police Department and the ongoing development of a tree removal and replacement ordinance. The council approved resolutions 2439 and 2440, leading to the promotion of Anthony Jones to Sergeant and another officer to Lieutenant. In addition, the council discussed the tree ordinance.