- NJ
- Somerset County
- 8/28/24
- 08/30/2024
- 12 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent meeting of the Franklin (Somerset County) Human Relations Commission, members discussed several topics, including a veteran flag initiative, safety reminders, and the need for low-income housing. The meeting also touched on the postponement of a National Night Out event and updates on local construction projects.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 7/24/24
- 07/29/2024
- 40 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: Franklin Township’s Human Relations Commission meeting focused primarily on the prospects of establishing a YMCA facility in the area and the launch of a bias training and civil rights program. The absence of a local YMCA for over three decades was a point of contention, with the commission discussing the organization’s history, its recent contributions to the community, and the sustainability of future projects.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 6/26/24
- 07/23/2024
- 38 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Franklin Human Relations Commission recently convened a meeting that prominently featured an in-depth presentation on homeschooling, along with discussions on local community concerns such as military deployments, public safety events, and housing initiatives. The commission’s sessions delved into the intricacies and implications of homeschooling in the state of New Jersey, addressing both its advantages and the challenges faced by families who opt out of the traditional school system.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 5/24/24
- 05/22/2024
- 58 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Franklin Human Relations Commission, a myriad of issues were addressed, encompassing educational goals, diversity initiatives, community engagement, police recruitment, traffic concerns, and environmental sustainability. The meeting was a platform for both the Commission and community members to discuss and seek resolution on matters affecting the township.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 2/28/24
- 02/29/2024
- 57 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Franklin Human Relations Commission discussed a variety of community concerns, with public safety and mental health response taking center stage. The introduction of a new commissioner, Sam, and the approval of January 24th amendments were among the administrative tasks addressed. However, the meeting delved into more issues, such as the “arrive together” program, an initiative responding to mental health calls with a clinician and a police officer team, the increase in mental health calls, efforts to train all officers in crisis intervention by 2025, and the upcoming police test with a preference for local candidates.