- MN
- Isanti County
- 8/20/24
- 08/21/2024
- 135 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Isanti City Council held a focused and detailed meeting that primarily revolved around the city’s budget, the necessity of park maintenance, and the allocation of funds for public safety. The council scrutinized several issues, including the proposed tax levy increase, maintenance of park amenities, and the financial implications of leasing versus purchasing police equipment.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 7/17/24
- 07/17/2024
- 118 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston Cannabis Board met to discuss a range of topics, with a debate surrounding a private agreement between a cannabis business and the Downtown Boston Business Improvement District (BID) taking center stage. The disagreement focused on the sale of pre-rolled cannabis products and their impact on the downtown business environment. Additionally, the meeting covered a new business application by Rooted in LLC for a marijuana courier license, which included comprehensive community support and a commitment to diversity and environmentally friendly operations.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 7/16/24
- 07/16/2024
- 89 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Maplewood Town Council addressed a range of issues affecting the community, with discussions centered on proposed zoning ordinance amendments and a new affordable housing project. The council plans to move forward with an amendment to the zoning ordinance, increasing the side yard setback from 25% to 30% in the R17 Zone, and adjusting requirements for Second Story construction and side yard setbacks. Additionally, the introduction of an ordinance for a long-term tax exemption for a two-unit affordable housing project on Tiffany Place was a significant item, necessitated by timing constraints with state financing.
- NJ
- Sussex County
- 7/10/24
- 07/11/2024
- 53 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Sussex County Board of Commissioners meeting on July 10th, 2024, resulted in the adoption of significant initiatives including the approval of a grant for Sheriff’s Office body cameras and the endorsement of substantial support for military-affiliated students and veterans at the local college. The meeting also saw the adoption of ordinances affecting electric vehicle parking fees, discussions about local infrastructure, and public concerns regarding election signs and a commissioner’s service record.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 6/11/24
- 07/20/2024
- 68 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Bloomingdale Borough Council approved the 2024 municipal budget. The approved budget addresses the challenges of decreased revenue, increased expenditures, and balancing the need for essential services with fiscal responsibility.