- NJ
- Cumberland County
- 10/1/24
- 10/01/2024
- 137 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Millville City Council meeting, attention was drawn to a proposed ordinance prohibiting camping in public areas, a measure aimed at addressing public health and safety concerns linked to a growing homelessness issue. The ordinance, which passed its second reading, sparked an extensive discussion among council members and the public, with opinions divided on its potential impact and effectiveness.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 10/1/24
- 10/09/2024
- 83 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Passaic City Council meeting saw the community celebrate the historic promotion of Captain Gary Cruz as the first woman to achieve this rank in the city’s police department. The city also announced receiving over $600,000 in grants for violence reduction and infrastructure investments, attributed to the late Congressman Bill Pascrell’s advocacy, promising significant enhancements in community safety and development.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 10/1/24
- 10/04/2024
- 30 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Bloomingdale Borough Council meeting, a substantial grant from Green Acres was announced. The $750,000 grant, combined with approximately $500,000 from open space grants, will fund the development of a modern playground at Bo Pond. The anticipated project, slated for early spring, will feature a rubberized floor to ensure safety and accessibility for all children. This initiative comes as the existing playground reaches over 30 years in age. The beloved gazebo dedicated to a child on SRA Lane will remain a centerpiece of the park, and acknowledgments were made to those instrumental in securing the grants.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 10/1/24
- 10/01/2024
- 24 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Temple Terrace City Council meeting on October 1, 2024, was dominated by notable decisions and discussions, including the approval of a historic three-year collective bargaining agreement for local firefighters and ongoing relief efforts for those affected by Hurricane Helen.
- MN
- Anoka County
- 10/1/24
- 10/02/2024
- 70 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Coon Rapids City Council meeting on October 1, 2024, saw the introduction of the new Police Wellness Dog, Gizmo, discussions on land sales, the acceptance of safety grants, and measures to address unlicensed solicitors.