- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/5/24
- 02/06/2024
- 200 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Verona Town Council tackled issues, most notably the proposal for a substantial increase in water and sewer rates to address the town’s aging infrastructure. The proposed 28% hike in water rates and 6% in sewer rates for the next fiscal year, presented by a consultant from New Gen Strategies and Solutions, ignited a debate about the financial impact on residents and the town’s future sustainability. Amidst various discussions, the council also reviewed ongoing projects, celebrated community events, and deliberated on the pool fee structure.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 3/26/24
- 01/26/2024
- 212 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The West Orange Town Council recently convened to discuss several community concerns, with prominent topics including the management of public comment, the potential lifting of the moratorium on cannabis cultivation and manufacturing, the approval of an interlocal agreement for animal shelter services, and the debate over gas-powered leaf blowers. The council also considered financial matters such as Green Acres funding for the Rock Spring Golf Club and the Downtown Alliance budget.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/7/24
- 02/08/2024
- 16 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Newark City Council meeting, community members expressed concerns on a range of issues including the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform, parking permit changes, and most notably, allegations of continued water contamination and lack of transparency regarding the city’s water safety.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/7/24
- 02/07/2024
- 85 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Newark City Council meeting, numerous speakers from the community voiced their concerns on a range of issues, including allegations of corruption in development deals, unethical practices within the New Jersey Department of Corrections, a lack of transparency and accountability in local government, and the need for a ceasefire in Gaza.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/6/24
- 02/20/2024
- 62 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Nutley Town Council meeting on February 6, 2024, was marked by a series of resolutions and discussions focused on community enrichment, fiscal responsibility, and the celebration of local heritage.