- NJ
- Essex County
- 8/12/24
- 08/12/2024
- 195 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Newark City Council convened on August 12, 2024, to discuss the 2024 municipal budget, addressing the impact of inflation, supply chain issues, and a $45 million reduction in General Revenue due to the loss of American Rescue Plan funds.
- FL
- Levy County
- 8/6/24
- 08/06/2024
- 270 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Williston City Council meeting on August 6 saw a focus on the city’s infrastructure projects, particularly the approval of grant applications aimed at converting septic systems to sewer services. This initiative is expected to benefit approximately 500 residents and address ongoing nitrogen pollution in the Rainbow Springs Basin.
- FL
- Brevard County
- 8/6/24
- 08/06/2024
- 80 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Cocoa Beach Pension Board discussed potential adjustments to the pension plan’s financial assumptions, reviewed market performance, and addressed various administrative matters, including the reappointment of Chris Kean and a pending disability application for a police officer.
- FL
- Palm Beach County
- 7/31/24
- 07/31/2024
- 72 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Palm Beach County School Board meeting focused on discussions surrounding the proposed millage rates and the tentative budget for the 2025 fiscal year, highlighting concerns over teacher recruitment, retention, and the financial implications of the Family Empowerment Scholarships on public school funding.
- MA
- Essex County
- 7/30/24
- 07/30/2024
- 231 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Lawrence City Council meeting, the authorization to expend over $700,000 in grant funds for the Safe and Successful Youth Initiative (SSY) was a focal point. The grant aims to support at-risk youth between the ages of 14 and 24, with the program’s success underscored by high school and college graduations among participants. Additionally, the council approved a $250,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) initiative, which is designed to create a comprehensive safety plan for the city.