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- Gloucester County
- 7/9/24
- 07/13/2024
- 67 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Franklin (Gloucester County) Town Council engaged in discussions surrounding the implementation of a tree ordinance, the renunciation of ownership of township properties, and the intricate matters of the town’s budget, particularly addressing property tax reassessment and its potential effects on residents. The council also delved into other issues including the open space trust fund, salary considerations for non-represented positions, and project updates such as the Piney Hollow preservation trail improvement.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 6/26/24
- 06/26/2024
- 34 Minutes
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Overview: In a turn of events, the Washington Township Town Council meeting focused on the introduction of the 2024 budget, which proposes the highest increase in recent years, and celebrated the heroism of a local resident, Javier “Danny” Caballo, for his brave rescue during a fire. The council also discussed a range of other topics from solid waste management to local events, and heard from a resident on the subject of backyard chickens.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 6/25/24
- 07/11/2024
- 66 Minutes
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Overview: In the latest Glassboro Borough Council meeting, one notable issue emerged from the voices of concerned residents regarding the West End Regional bypass rerouting project. The project, which involves changes to the current traffic flow and infrastructure, drew significant public attention due to its perceived impact on the community. Residents from various walks of life, including long-standing community members and new entrepreneurs, shared their perspectives on not only the bypass project but also other community initiatives and concerns.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 6/25/24
- 06/26/2024
- 136 Minutes
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Overview: The Washington (Gloucester County) School Board meeting addressed budgetary pressures leading to staffing realignments and program adjustments, with a focus on transparency and community engagement. Amidst the financial discussions, the board announced the restoration of counseling and hall monitor positions, as well as time and benefits for assistants, funded by tax increases. A contentious topic was the $950,000 allocation for replacing bleachers, which board members justified citing structural issues, while some community members questioned the necessity in light of budget constraints.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 6/24/24
- 07/05/2024
- 65 Minutes
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Overview: At the recent Franklin Environmental Commission meeting, members engaged in a debate over the allocation of funds for the Orlock Save project, a significant engagement given the potential impact on local land preservation. The discussion centered on whether the open space fund, typically reserved for farmland preservation, could also be utilized for the Orlock Save project. While one member cited a resolution they believed restricted the use of the fund solely for farmland, another member countered, arguing that the fund’s scope included both open space and farmland preservation. This disagreement underscored the meeting’s focus on the effective stewardship of the township’s environmental and financial resources.
