Manchester School Board Honors Girl Scouts, Discusses Policy Changes, and Commends District’s Financial Excellence

Overview: The recent Manchester School Board meeting was marked by the recognition of Girl Scouts working towards their Gold Award, the presentation of the “One School, One Book” initiative, and an audit report commending the district’s financial excellence. The board also acknowledged the contributions of the town, district, and PTA, and discussed future policy committee activities and the board’s liaison appointments.

Ocean School Board Completes Boiler Replacement and Begins Budget Discussions for 2025

Overview: The recent meeting of the Ocean County School Board unveiled the completion of a much-needed boiler replacement at the intermediate school and the beginning of budget discussions for the year 2025.

Little Egg Harbor School Board Tackles Annual Safe Return Plan Renewal and Honors Outgoing Members

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Little Egg Harbor School Board, the annual renewal of the Safe Return Plan was discussed, outgoing board member Lisa Semler was honored, and updates were shared regarding the search for a new superintendent. The meeting also included debate about the reorganization meeting date, discussions about changing meeting times, and a report from the Cyber Security Committee.

Brick Town Council Calls for Smoke-Free Casinos, New EMS Funding, and Ocean County Liaison

Overview: In a recent Brick Town Council meeting, the members engaged in discussions on a series of resolutions, including a call for smoke-free casinos, the allocation of funding for the New Jersey Emergency Medical Services Task Force, and the appointment of an Ocean County liaison for the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. Mayor Lisa Crate also recognized Riley Sherwood for her work on the “Project Fill the Classroom” initiative.

Green Light for Green Apple Holdings: Jackson Zoning Board Approves Use Variance in Meeting

Overview: The Zoning Board of Jackson approved a significant use variance application from Green Apple Holdings LLC in a meeting marked by discussions and public input. The approval paves the way for the company to develop retail space with potential multifamily or mixed-use development in the future, potentially boosting the local economy and providing public sewer services to the area.