Cherry Hill School Board Addresses Special Education and Technology Challenges

Overview: At a recent Cherry Hill School Board meeting, issues surrounding the treatment of special education staff and students, as well as the impact of technology in classrooms, took precedence. Community members participated in public comment periods, expressing concerns over the strain on special education teachers, the pervasive use of personal technology by students, and the need for inclusivity and cultural sensitivity training to combat Islamophobia in the district.

Long Branch City Council Discusses New Health, Wellness, and Technology Center and Park Development

Overview: The Long Branch City Council convened to discuss several key city developments, with a primary focus on the new Health, Wellness, and Technology Center, which is poised to become a landmark project involving the repurposing of buildings donated by Mammoth Medical Center. The center, to be located at the intersection of Bath and Third Avenue, will encompass a fitness center, educational facilities, and state-of-the-art technology services. In conjunction with the center, plans for a new park equipped with various recreational amenities were also presented. The meeting addressed additional topics including the Broadway Gateway Redevelopment amendments, property sales, and concerns raised by residents regarding the city’s financial reporting and decision-making processes.

Verona Township Council Focuses on Infrastructure and Community Projects in Latest Meeting

Overview: The Verona Township Council recently convened to address a variety of issues affecting the local community. Among the topics discussed were the commendation of Eagle Scouts for their impactful community projects, updates on storm water management and infrastructure improvements, plans for solar energy projects, local government energy audits, and a range of proposed ordinances aimed at enhancing community services and safety. The meeting also touched upon the importance of resident involvement in safety and infrastructure discussions, and the potential for moving municipal elections to November as a cost-saving strategy.

Tinton Falls Borough Council Reorganization Meeting Highlights New Projects and Address Opioid Crisis

Overview: The Tinton Falls Borough Council reorganization meeting held on January 2, 2024, marked the certification and swearing-in of newly elected officials Tracy Buckley, Rysa Clay, and Michael Nesci, with Tracy Buckley being the top vote-getter. The Council also nominated and elected Rysa Clay as the Council President and Dr. Lawrence Doan as the Deputy Council President. Additionally, the meeting underscored the borough’s commitment to tackling the opioid crisis through an awareness and prevention program, the receipt of significant grant funding for community projects, and the ongoing construction of the Tinton Falls Library and park improvements.

Emerson Borough Council Swears in Officials and Sets Stage for 2024

Overview: In a meeting marked by tradition and forward planning, the Emerson Borough Council swore in reelected council members Michael Timmerman and Ashley Rice, alongside newly appointed probationary police officers and various commission volunteers.The session, led by Mayor Danielle DiPaola, also saw the detailed layout of the council’s 2024 agenda, including infrastructure investments and police department restructuring, following the retirement of Police Chief Michael Maio.