- NJ
- Bergen County
- 6/25/24
- 06/25/2024
- 74 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Oakland Borough Council meeting, the approval of Saturday work for a development project took center stage, drawing considerable debate among council members and residents due to potential disruptions. The council voted to authorize the work for the month of July, with hours limited from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to minimize the impact on the neighborhood and school bus schedules.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 6/25/24
- 06/25/2024
- 77 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The latest Old Bridge Township Council meeting, while addressing routine items such as the reduction of performance guarantees for local developments and the unanimous approval of liquor license renewals, was marked by community input on issues ranging from the display of the Pride flag to concerns over the Board of Education’s decisions and the behavior of a zoning board official.
- NJ
- Morris County
- 6/24/24
- 06/25/2024
- 91 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the latest meeting of the Pequannock School Board, notable topics included a court ruling on the controversial transgender student policy, the potential purchase of new property for the board office, and discussions on school safety, the impact of changes to public records access, and updates on legal matters affecting the district.
- NJ
- Mercer County
- 6/20/24
- 06/21/2024
- 85 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Trenton City Council meeting addressed various community concerns, with a focus on a healthcare education initiative and local neighborhood issues such as safety and sanitation. One of the key highlights was a proposal by Chantel Rogers for the establishment of Medquest Academy, a program targeting seventh and eighth graders to foster careers in healthcare, especially among underrepresented populations. Additionally, issues related to neighborhood safety, sanitation, and a potential gas leak were brought up by residents, sparking discussions on measures to improve the quality of life in the West Ward and other areas of Trenton.
- NJ
- Camden County
- 6/20/24
- 06/20/2024
- 147 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Haddonfield School Board outlined comprehensive plans for district-wide renovations and expansions, with a focus on special education services and facility improvements. The meeting revealed intentions to submit a referendum for a December vote, which includes extensive renovation projects aimed at addressing both current and future needs within the district. These projects include the addition of 23 new classrooms across three schools, building a turf field with parking and lighting, and renovating auditoriums at the high school and middle school. Additionally, plans to make entire buildings accessible, address mercury-containing floors, and restore historic buildings were discussed.