- NJ
- Ocean County
- 7/23/24
- 07/24/2024
- 51 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: Brick Town Council’s recent meeting highlighted several community issues, including the impact of the Garden State Parkway widening project on residents, roadway safety concerns, and delays in firearms permit processing. The council honored a local Girl Scout for her contributions to the community and introduced a new ordinance on driveway width and parking area requirements, amidst public feedback.
- NJ
- Ocean County
- 7/23/24
- 07/23/2024
- 16 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the latest meeting of the Jackson Township Council, the most development was the passage of an ordinance amending landlord registration requirements to include lead paint inspections for rental properties, aligning with state law changes. Additionally, the council discussed a collaborative meeting with the Board of Education concerning transportation and safety for school children, with a particular focus on the potential reinstatement of courtesy busing and improvements to local infrastructure funded by a grant.
- NJ
- Ocean County
- 7/18/24
- 07/19/2024
- 64 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Lacey School Board recently convened to discuss a series of issues, including the contentious decision to eliminate courtesy busing and the enforcement of a new cell phone policy in schools. The meeting also addressed concerns about the recent termination of a coach, proposed tax increases, and accolades for the middle school wrestling program and music department.
- NJ
- Ocean County
- 7/18/24
- 07/18/2024
- 192 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Point Pleasant Beach Borough Council, contentious property issues took center stage, resulting in the council’s approval of several variances despite community concerns. The meeting featured debates over property improvements, historical uses, and compliance with existing zoning regulations.
- NJ
- Ocean County
- 7/17/24
- 07/17/2024
- 176 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Jackson School Board meeting, the issue of closing Rosenauer Elementary School to address a major budget deficit took center stage. The district faces a financial crisis, resulting in significant cuts, including the loss of over 200 positions across all departments due to a reduction in state aid over the past seven years. The proposed balanced budget includes painful reductions in curricular activities, athletics, and facility improvements. Additionally, the board discussed the allocation of additional state funds and the possibility of restoring courtesy busing, which raised safety concerns among board members.