Freetown Board of Selectmen Considers Creation of Parks and Recreation Commission Amid Budget Concerns

Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen held a meeting on August 19, 2024, where they discussed the formation of a Parks and Recreation Commission, potential funding mechanisms, and various community programs.

Franklin Township Grapples with EV Charging and Roundabout Proposals

Overview: The Franklin Township Environmental Commission meeting focused on a range of issues, including electric vehicle charging accessibility, zoning board actions, and the potential implementation of roundabouts. Members also discussed the implications of a recent public law in California banning gas-powered leaf blowers and string trimmers.

Morris Plains Borough Council Declares September as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Overview: The Morris Plains Borough Council meeting focused on a variety of community-centric topics, with the most notable event being the proclamation of September as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. The meeting also addressed public health advisories, infrastructure updates, and community events.

Shutesbury Lake Wyola Committee Weighs Solutions for Drainage and Erosion Issues

Overview: The Shutesbury Lake Wyola Advisory Committee meeting focused on addressing critical water management and erosion concerns affecting Lake Wyola and the surrounding areas, particularly emphasizing the need for effective solutions to sedimentation problems and drainage issues.

Egg Harbor City Moves Forward with Landmark Landfill Investigation and Redevelopment Plans

Overview: The Egg Harbor City Council meeting on August 15, 2024, addressed various community initiatives and crucial redevelopment plans, with focus on the investigation and potential redevelopment of the ANP landfill site, honoring long-time community member Gladis Torres, and addressing public safety concerns, among other topics.