- MA
- Essex County
- 8/26/24
- 08/26/2024
- 88 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Lawrence City Council’s recent meeting covered several topics, with the most notable being the unanimous support for a dedication to honor Officer Jacob Essie, who died in the line of duty. The council also delved into the potential renaming of a park to honor former city councilor Julio Silverio, discussed a memorial for Joan Rosario Picardo, and processed multiple requests for handicap parking.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 8/13/24
- 08/14/2024
- 76 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Highland Park Borough Council meeting, attention was devoted to redevelopment plans for the Upper Raritan area and the potential impact on local schools. Concerns were also raised about public safety, local businesses, and environmental protections.
- NJ
- Warren County
- 7/24/24
- 07/25/2024
- 28 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Phillipsburg Town Council meeting on July 24th, 2024, addressed concerns regarding the remediation of the Endover School site, a development involving the removal of contaminated soil, alongside other topics such as the discussion of rent control, adherence to anti-nepotism policies, and the approval of a special event permit for the Railroad Festival.
- NJ
- Union County
- 7/23/24
- 07/24/2024
- 113 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Berkeley Heights Town Council recently convened to address a variety of topics, with a particular spotlight on the recognition of community contributions and the issue of pedestrian and bicycle safety. The council celebrated the retirement of a cherished children’s librarian after nearly five decades of service and honored the town’s first female Eagle Scouts. Residents voiced their concerns about safety on the streets, prompting discussions on the need for a pedestrian task force and infrastructure improvements. Additionally, the council tackled resolutions and ordinances involving town services and infrastructure projects.
- NJ
- Ocean County
- 5/28/24
- 05/29/2024
- 49 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a moment for Brick Town’s history, the local council recently celebrated Isabelle Baluchi becoming the first girl in troop 39 of the Boy Scouts of America to receive the Eagle Scout award. This accolade marked the highlight of the town council meeting, which also addressed resolutions on a range of services, recognized community contributions, and fielded public concerns on various issues, including environmental and safety concerns.