Morris Township Council Honors Police Officers and Proclaims Korean American Day in Meeting

Overview: The Morris Township Council meeting held on January 22, 2025, was marked by significant recognitions for local police officers, a proclamation celebrating Korean American Day, and discussions on community and environmental issues.

Chathams School Board Grapples with Leadership Transition and Curriculum Changes

Overview: The Chathams School Board meeting addressed a variety of topics, focusing primarily on the impending departure of Superintendent Dr. Mike LaSusa and major curriculum changes. Additionally, the board considered several curriculum modifications, including new courses and the restructuring of the math sequence.

Madison Borough Council Launches ARRIVE Program to Address Mental Health Crises

Overview: During a recent meeting of the Madison Borough Council, the spotlight was on the launch and implementation of the ARRIVE program—an initiative designed to effectively handle mental health crises in the community. This pilot program, funded by a grant from the Department of Human Services, aims to provide immediate assistance to individuals in crisis by dispatching a police officer alongside a mental health clinician to calls categorized as mental health emergencies.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board Approves Key Projects and Discusses Future Redevelopment

Overview: The Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board meeting on January 13, 2025, saw several developments, including the approval of important applications, discussions on potential redevelopment, and the appointment of new board members. The board reviewed several applications, including enhancements for a local soccer club, a residential pool installation, and the organization of a maintenance yard, alongside a preliminary investigation into potential redevelopment of an area within the township.

Hanover Town Council Discusses Homelessness Count and Installs Speed Bumps for Safety

Overview: During the recent Hanover Town Council meeting, discussions focused on the upcoming HUD-mandated homelessness count and the successful installation of speed bumps on Summit Avenue. A community member raised concerns about the accuracy and involvement in the annual count of homeless individuals, while another resident expressed gratitude for the traffic-calming measures that have improved safety in their neighborhood.