Townsend Select Board Discusses Waste Management Contract Amid Budgetary Concerns

Overview: During a recent meeting, the Townsend Select Board addressed several issues, including the ongoing negotiations for a new solid waste contract with Waste Zero, the allocation of funds within the town’s budget, and the hiring of accounting services. The meeting’s discussions highlighted the town’s efforts to ensure uninterrupted services while managing financial constraints and operational challenges.

Cassian Gaines Sworn in as Hackensack’s New Mayor Amidst Calls for Unity and Collaboration

Overview: In a reorganization meeting held on July 1, 2025, Hackensack welcomed its newly elected city council members, including Cassian Gaines, who was unanimously elected and sworn in as the city’s mayor. The meeting, held at Hackensack High School auditorium, was marked by a strong emphasis on unity, collaboration, and community engagement.

Cedar Grove Welcomes New Leadership, Unveils Community Projects and Initiatives

Overview: The Cedar Grove Town Council meeting marked a significant transition as Michele Mega was sworn in as the new mayor, taking over from outgoing Mayor Melissa Skabich. The meeting was a platform for announcing ambitious community projects, including infrastructure upgrades, new recreational facilities, and a strategic reduction in state-imposed affordable housing obligations.

Southampton Select Board Tackles Budget Shortfalls Amid Calls for Financial Review

Overview: The Southampton Select Board meeting on June 30th focused heavily on budgetary concerns, with discussions surrounding a large projected deficit in the school department’s budget, the management of special education funding, and strategic financial planning for upcoming fiscal years. The board also debated personnel changes in the treasurer collector department and addressed a land conservation grant application.

Amherst Town Council Advances Black Reparations Efforts Amid Broader Governance Discussions

Overview: In a June 30, 2025, meeting marked by robust discourse, the Amherst Town Council took steps toward formalizing the charge of the Amherst Black Reparations Committee (ABRC). This development was part of a broader agenda packed with discussions about community representation, planning board appointments, and public safety issues related to ICE activities.