Ocoee Commission Approves Floodplain Management Amendments

Overview: The recent Ocoee City Commission meeting resulted in the unanimous approval of critical amendments to the Land Development Code pertaining to floodplain management, aimed at increasing the city’s resilience to floods. The code revisions, which were already partially in place, focus on protecting critical facilities by keeping them outside the 500-year floodplain, improving local drainage protection, and potentially lowering insurance costs for residents. If adopted, Ocoee could progress from a Class 9 to a Class 7 in the National Flood Insurance Program’s Community Rating System, providing significant insurance discounts to the community.

Wyckoff Council Awards Scholarships and Discusses Water Restrictions

Overview: In the latest meeting of the Wyckoff Town Council, the most striking discussions centered around the awarding of significant scholarships to local students and the impending water conservation measures due to low reservoir levels. The council also engaged in dialogue about a variety of community events, infrastructure updates, and the adoption of new ordinances.

Willingboro Council Tackles Cybersecurity and Pool Repairs Amid Community Events

Overview: The Willingboro Town Council’s latest meeting addressed a variety of issues, with a primary focus on enhancing cybersecurity measures and tackling the repair needs of a community pool, alongside recognizing community achievements and discussing upcoming local events. The council deliberated on the adoption of the NJ KCK Cyber Security Grant program and the Cyber Incident Response Plan, which promise to bring financial savings and improved security against cyber threats. Additionally, the meeting saw discussions on the repair of a structural crack in the Penny Packer pool and the potential delay this might cause in its availability to residents.

Teaneck Town Council Bids Farewell to Longtime Township Manager

Overview: The Teaneck Town Council meeting was marked by tributes and a fond farewell to retiring Township Manager Dean Kazinski, who dedicated 44 years of service to the community. The meeting also saw the introduction of the new Township Manager, Jacqueline Hashmat, and debate over a proposed ordinance allowing backyard chickens in Teaneck.

Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee Votes on Calendar Changes, Discusses Transportation

Overview: The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee has voted on changes to the school calendar for the 2025-2026 academic year, amid a series of discussions on topics ranging from transportation to school safety and the financial state of the district. The meeting saw the passage of a motion to designate November 27th and April 18th as half days, the latter being Good Friday, with a majority vote of three to two.