Ocean County School Board Highlights Student Achievements and Expands Advanced Placement Offerings

Overview: The Ocean County School Board meeting focused on celebrating student accomplishments and expanding educational opportunities.

Lacey Town Council Faces Criticism Over Public Engagement and Decision-Making Practices

Overview: During the recent Lacey Town Council meeting, public comments dominated the session as residents voiced dissatisfaction with the council’s engagement and decision-making processes. Criticism centered around the perceived lack of respect from council members towards constituents, concerns about hasty decisions in zoning matters, and frustration over local development priorities.

Brick Residents Demand Action on Parkway Widening and Traffic Safety Concerns

Overview: During the recent Brick Town Council meeting, residents voiced concerns regarding the negative impacts of the Garden State Parkway widening project and the pressing safety issues at local intersections.

Jackson Council Addresses Traffic Safety and Development Concerns Amid Public Criticism

Overview: The Jackson Town Council meeting on October 8, 2024, tackled issues including traffic safety, development regulations, and public concerns over local governance. Discussions focused on improving residential safety through traffic enforcement, regulating housing density near Adventure Crossing, and addressing community dissatisfaction with local law enforcement practices.

Beach Haven Land Use Board Approves Variance for Cory Avenue Despite Some Opposition

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Beach Haven Land Use Board approved a variance for a side yard setback on Cory Avenue. The decision faced some opposition from board members, but the approval was ultimately secured. Other resolutions and procedural matters were also addressed, including discussions about the handling of memorializing resolutions and the approval of meeting minutes and bills.