Maple Shade Mulls Waste Collection Overhaul

Overview: The Maple Shade Town Council is considering changes to its waste collection and recycling services, a discussion that dominated the recent council meeting. In response to increasing disposal fees and operational challenges, the council is evaluating options to contain costs and enhance service efficiency. These options include the introduction of a cart collection system, changes to bulk collection frequency, and the elimination of certain types of curbside collection. Additionally, the council reviewed the impact of the short-term rental boom on the community and deliberated on the need for regulatory measures.

Maple Shade Council Advances Infrastructure and Safety Initiatives

Overview: The Maple Shade Town Council meeting focused on initiatives including infrastructure improvements, safety measures, and development projects, with the council addressing public concerns and emphasizing transparency. The meeting saw progress on several fronts, notably the announcement of a new electrical substation on Route 73 to improve power outage responses, the review of a second retail cannabis application, and the advancement of the King’s Highway water plant replacement project.

Maple Shade Town Council Advances Water Safety, Addresses Gun Range Noise

Overview: The Maple Shade Town Council took steps in ensuring the safety and efficiency of the town’s water systems, while also grappling with community concerns over a local gun range’s noise levels. The meeting, which covered a range of topics from infrastructure improvements to public disturbances, saw the council engage in discussions about the enhancement of water treatment facilities, the compliance with environmental regulations, and the response to resident complaints regarding the noise emanating from a nearby gun range.

Maple Shade Council Delays EV Charging Post, Debates School Turf Field

Overview: In a recent Maple Shade Town Council meeting, discussions centered on the postponement of a resolution regarding an electric vehicle charging station and an in-depth review of the Maple Shade High School turf field project. The meeting saw debate over the $4 million construction of an underground detention basin as part of the turf field project, with concerns raised about the cost and necessity of the initiative.

Maple Shade Budget and Public Safety Dominate Town Council Meeting

Overview: The Maple Shade Town Council meeting addressed key budgetary decisions, public safety, and local business-community relations, with a focus on the 2024 municipal budget and its implications for taxpayers. The council approved an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and discussed the use of surplus funds for tax offsets, as well as the impact of budget increases on public services and community events.