Allendale Borough Council Advances Long-Awaited Crestwood Park Concession Stand Project

Overview: In a meeting rich with community updates and future planning, the Allendale Borough Council approved several measures, including the long-anticipated awarding of a contract for the Crestwood Park concession stand. This project, in the works since 2014, marks a key development for local amenities, alongside discussions on personnel replacements, infrastructure challenges, and community collaborations.

Amherst Public Art Commission Grapples with Legal Challenges and Artist Rights

Overview: The recent meeting of the Amherst Public Art Commission was marked by discussions on legal challenges concerning artist rights and the necessity of clearer processes for public art projects. Key issues included artist contract revisions, a proposed waiver of rights, and efforts to improve collaboration with artists to avoid misunderstandings.

Littleton Board of Selectmen Grapples with Grant Denial Justifications and Membership Challenges

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Littleton Board of Selectmen dove into a detailed examination of their grant denial process, focusing on the clarity and fairness of language used in rejection letters. Additionally, the board addressed ongoing membership vacancies, emphasizing the need for strategic recruitment efforts to ensure quorum for future meetings.

Parsippany Troy Hills School Board Debates Superintendent Search Strategy Amid Community Input Concerns

Overview: The Parsippany Troy Hills School Board meeting centered on the need to hire a new superintendent, with the board weighing the advantages of hiring a search consultant versus conducting an internal search.

Mound Planning Commission Advances Signage Code Revisions and Adjusts Meeting Times

Overview: The Mound Planning Commission has recommended updates to the city’s signage regulations, including a new section on murals, and approved a change in meeting times from 7 p.m. to 6 p.m. The revised regulations will move to the City Council for consideration in January, with public viewing of the proposed amendments available beforehand.