Leesburg Electric Advisory Board Explores Contract Shift Amid Smart Grid Upgrades

Overview: The Leesburg Electric Advisory Board convened on October 7, 2024, to deliberate on the upcoming expiration of a significant contract with GE, integral to the town’s smart grid technology. The board explored options for transitioning to a new partnership with Itron. In addition to this primary agenda, the board addressed storm preparedness and power restoration strategies.

Universal Preschool Funding Secured: Clark School Board Celebrates Early Education Milestone

Overview: The Clark School Board meeting was headlined by the announcement of funding approval for a Universal Preschool program from the New Jersey Department of Education. The board discussed the grant’s implications, including its potential to provide preschool education for three- and four-year-olds, considerably alleviating financial burdens on families. Additional topics included district goals for the upcoming school year, a student presentation, and public comments addressing curriculum concerns.

Southwick Select Board Approves Education Stipends for Call Force Firefighters Amid Other Key Decisions

Overview: In an effort to enhance the qualifications and training of its firefighting team, the Southwick Select Board unanimously approved the extension of education stipends to call force firefighters. This decision, aligning with the department’s goals of encouraging ongoing education, was part of a broader agenda that included discussions on municipal bonds, lead service line inventory, and parking regulations.

Destin City Council Supports High School Baseball and Debates Billboard Regulations

Overview: The Destin City Council meeting focused on a community-backed proposal for a high school baseball field and a debate over billboard regulations. The council approved an agreement for Destin High School to use Dolphin Field at the Morgan Sports Center, while discussions about a proposed ordinance to regulate billboards and Livery vessels generated significant public and council member input.

Verona Town Council Grapples with Affordable Housing and Infrastructure Challenges

Overview: The Verona Town Council meeting centered on issues including affordable housing, infrastructure needs, and the financial implications of local developments. Discussions revealed the complex challenges the township faces in meeting state mandates while managing tax impacts and maintaining essential services.