Ridgewood School Board Grapples with Flooding, Special Education, and Water Quality Concerns

Overview: The Ridgewood School Board meeting centered on addressing community concerns, including ongoing flooding issues at school athletic fields, the treatment of special education families, and the quality of drinking water in schools.

Tequesta Village Council Approves New Budget Amid Heated Development Discussions

Overview: The Tequesta Village Council held a special meeting on September 12, 2024, to finalize the budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025, approving a total budget of $48,723,377 and a new millage rate of 6.4595 Mills, representing an 8.60% increase over the rollback rate. The meeting also saw extensive community engagement on several issues, including a controversial new development proposal and discussions on zoning and height regulations.

Coral Gables City Hall Project Budget Faces Uncertainty Amid Rising Costs

Overview: The Coral Gables City Commission’s recent meeting highlighted budgetary concerns and strategic decisions, with particular focus on the escalating costs of the City Hall project and staffing issues in key departments. The City Hall project, initially estimated at $15 million, has seen its budget swell to $18.3 million due to increased costs related to window replacements and other unforeseen expenses.

Springfield Planning Board Approves Jersey Mike’s Amid Traffic Concerns

Overview: The Springfield Planning Board convened on September 12, 2024, to discuss various site plan applications and zoning variances. Key issues included the approval of a Jersey Mike’s restaurant on Route 22, traffic and parking concerns, and modifications to Congregation Israel’s site plan.

Southwick Lake Management Committee Grapples with Dock Violations and Compliance Issues

Overview: The Southwick Lake Management Committee held its recent meeting to address several topics, including ongoing dock violations, compliance with local lake regulations, and the financial implications of their Lake Protection Program (LPP).