- NJ
- Burlington County
- 5/20/24
- 05/20/2024
- 98 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a advancement for community engagement, the Delanco Town Council has adopted a new social media policy aimed at improving the township’s digital presence and communication with residents. This step forward was taken alongside preparations for the introduction of new voting machines for upcoming elections.
- FL
- Pinellas County
- 5/20/24
- 05/20/2024
- 182 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Tarpon Springs Public Art Committee focused on discussions about the city’s internal audit process and potential changes to the municipal election cycle. The committee deliberated on the internal auditor’s role, emphasizing the need for independence in reporting findings to the city manager and board of commissioners. Additionally, the possibility of extending the election qualifying period and aligning it with November dates to foster greater voter participation was a significant topic of debate.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 5/20/24
- 05/21/2024
- 105 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Blandford Select Board meeting, one notable issue discussed was the financial sustainability of the local ambulance service. A representative from Hilltown Ambulance presented a detailed breakdown of the service’s operating costs and the challenges faced, including a net loss and difficulties in competing for personnel due to delayed revenue from patient billing. The need to increase the per capita rate was emphasized to address these challenges and to provide competitive wages and benefits to retain staff.
- NJ
- Burlington County
- 5/20/24
- 05/21/2024
- 97 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a concerted effort to enhance community engagement and streamline election processes, the Delanco Town Council has taken steps toward adopting a new social media policy and preparing for the implementation of new voting machines and procedures. During the recent council meeting, the development of a social media strategy was a prominent topic, with the council discussing the formation of an official township Facebook page, intended to share information while restricting public comments or debates.
- FL
- Brevard County
- 5/16/24
- 05/16/2024
- 79 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Cocoa Beach City Commission meeting addressed issues affecting the community, including discussions on the regulation of vacation rentals, election integrity and readiness, and the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for essential city projects. Time was devoted to the challenges posed by vacation rentals and the implications for local neighborhoods, as well as the secure and efficient administration of upcoming elections in Brevard County.