Somers Point Approves Bonds for Infrastructure and Development

Overview: The Somers Point City Council meeting addressed financial and developmental initiatives, including the approval of significant bond ordinances for city improvements and sewer utility capital, the second reading of an ordinance impacting local development, and discussions on tax abatement applications and national opioid settlement revenues.

Somers Point Approves Bonding for City Improvements

Overview: The Somers Point City Council recently convened to discuss and pass several resolutions and ordinances that will have an impact on the city’s infrastructure and community initiatives. The council introduced ordinances for large-scale funding of city improvements and utility capital, recognized the contributions of a local Eagle Scout, and supported the development of a veteran license plate by the Mainland Regional High School’s Support the Troops Club.

Somers Point Honors Retiring City Clerk, Introduces New Initiatives

Overview: The latest meeting of the Somers Point City Council was marked by the honoring of retiring city clerk Lucy Samson for her years of service and the introduction of several initiatives including a new walking group to promote community health. The council also tackled operational matters such as the appointment of a new city clerk, discussions about infrastructure improvements, and approved resolutions aimed at promoting clean work sites and addressing surplus property issues.

Somers Point Council Supports Eagle Scout Project, Discusses City Improvements

Overview: During the latest Somers Point City Council meeting, a range of topics was covered, with noteworthy discussions centered on a young man’s Eagle Scout project to enhance fire hydrant visibility for emergency services, the management of public spaces including boat ramp maintenance concerns, and several ordinances, including those regarding tree and shrub regulations and residential parking permits. The council also acknowledged the efforts of various community groups and addressed the management of public facilities, raising questions about safety, cleanliness, and wildlife attraction due to the ‘carry in, carry out’ trash policy.

Somers Point Adopts New Budget, Tackles Trash Collection Issue

Overview: The Somers Point City Council recently approved a new city budget with a minor tax increase and addressed the discontinuation of a key trash collection service for businesses, among other topics. The meeting saw the adoption of a budget that included a 1.4% tax increase, compliance with spending and levy caps, and the consideration of several ordinances and resolutions pertaining to community well-being and city development.