Highland Park Considers Moving Legal Notices Online Amid Digital Transition and Newspaper Decline

Overview: In a recent Highland Park Borough Council meeting, the council engaged in a debate over the proposal to transition the publication of legal notices from print newspapers to the borough’s website. This move comes in light of the Star Ledger’s closure and the growing shift to digital platforms. The meeting also explored potential economic development initiatives, community engagement strategies, and infrastructure projects.

Highland Park Council Faces Community Concerns Over Property Purchase and Redevelopment Plans

Overview: The Highland Park Borough Council meeting focused on a proposed property purchase and redevelopment plan for South Third Avenue, which drew significant public concern. Residents questioned the council’s decisions regarding budget implications and the impact on the community, emphasizing the need for greater transparency and engagement in development plans.

Highland Park Council Faces Community Concerns Over Cannabis Dispensaries and Federal Funding Cuts

Overview: The Highland Park Borough Council meeting addressed contentious issues, notably the proposed expansion of recreational marijuana dispensaries and the impact of federal funding cuts on community services. Residents voiced strong opinions on both topics, reflecting broader concerns about public safety, community character, and resource allocation.

Highland Park Borough Council Debates Public Participation and Social Media Guidelines

Overview: The recent Highland Park Borough Council meeting focused on revising rules and procedures, with discussions on public participation regulations and council members’ use of social media.

Highland Park Borough Council Discusses Traffic Safety Amidst Community Concerns

Overview: During the recent Highland Park Borough Council meeting, the most significant topic of discussion centered on traffic safety concerns, particularly the frequent disregard for stop signs by drivers in residential areas. This issue was raised by a resident during the public participation segment, who expressed frustration with the lack of enforcement and the dangers posed to pedestrians and cyclists. The resident urged council members to address these safety concerns more effectively, emphasizing the need for stricter enforcement of traffic laws to prevent accidents.