- NJ
- Union County
- 8/27/24
- 08/27/2024
- 59 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Union Township Town Council meeting saw the adoption of a controversial Master Plan reexamination and land use amendment, despite public opposition. The meeting also highlighted the township’s 250th birthday essay contest winners and addressed various ordinances, resolutions, and community concerns, including increased traffic accidents and persistent drainage issues.
- NJ
- Union County
- 7/30/24
- 07/30/2024
- 36 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The latest meeting of the Union Town Council encompassed a variety of ordinances and resolutions, the most notable being the adoption of a new municipal code chapter to regulate massage and bodywork services. Progress on public projects and community events, alongside departmental updates, were also notable features of the session.
- NJ
- Union County
- 6/25/24
- 06/25/2024
- 126 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Union Town Council meeting, one notable issue appeared to be the public outcry in support of Signature Sports Bar, a local black-owned business. Community members delivered emotional testimonials, emphasizing the establishment’s role in fostering a sense of community and its importance as a minority-owned business. Allegations of discrimination and unfair treatment towards the bar surfaced, with calls for the council to take action against what was perceived as an attempt to hinder the business’s success.
- NJ
- Union County
- 06/11/2024
- 17 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: Union Township Council hosted a vibrant celebration of Portuguese culture, commemorating Portugal Day and embracing the contributions of the Portuguese American community to the township’s diversity. The event, which included the presence of dignitaries and community members, highlighted both historical achievements and modern-day influences of Portuguese Americans.
- NJ
- Union County
- 5/28/24
- 05/28/2024
- 30 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the latest Union Town Council meeting, the approval of an emergency purchase of a new police vehicle emerged as a significant item. The Council addressed various community concerns, including traffic safety, public works, and the announcement of a new veterans service office. Amid these discussions, a resident’s report of a problematic traffic light implicated in frequent accidents sparked a robust conversation, highlighting the need for immediate municipal action.