Brigantine City Council Grapples with Erosion Crisis and Affordable Housing Mandates

Overview: During the latest Brigantine City Council meeting, the members tackled issues including the critical erosion affecting the New Jersey shore and the city’s obligations under the Fair Share Housing Center settlement. The council called for urgent action on beach replenishment and discussed steps needed to comply with affordable housing requirements.

Congressional Committee Debates Union Transparency and Workers’ Rights Amidst Calls for Reform

Overview: In a recent meeting of the US House Committee on Education & the Workforce, discussions centered around the Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA) and the role of unions in empowering workers, with a focus on transparency in union operations and the perceived imbalance between labor and capital.

Boonton Township School Board Faces Budget Challenges Amid Facility Concerns and Enrollment Projections

Overview: The Boonton Township School Board meeting on December 14 tackled issues including budget constraints, facility maintenance challenges, and enrollment projections.

Littleton School Committee Appoints Gilbane as Construction Manager for Shaker Lane Project

Overview: In a notable decision during the recent Littleton School Committee meeting, Gilbane was formally appointed as the Construction Manager at Risk for the Shaker Lane School project. The committee unanimously supported the appointment.

Saint Peter School Board Discusses Levy Increase, Audit Findings, and Student Recognition

Overview: The recent Saint Peter School Board meeting focused on the district’s financial landscape, including a property tax levy increase for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, the acceptance of a favorable audit report, and the acknowledgment of an exemplary student.