Flemington Council Debates Food Truck Fees and Historic Donations

Overview: The Flemington Borough Council meeting was a thorough affair with a variety of topics, but among the most discussions were the debates on the food truck ordinance and the terminology of donations for the historic committee. The council is considering a revision of the fees for food truck permits to ensure fairness with brick-and-mortar establishments and has amended a resolution to accurately describe donations for historic preservation. Other issues included the introduction of ordinances for salt storage and stormwater management, updates on redevelopment areas, the council’s handling of a recent grant, and the recognition of community policing efforts.

Plymouth School Committee Pushes for Equitable Funding

Overview: At the recent Plymouth School Committee meeting, the focus was placed on a proposal to secure equitable funding for non-regional school districts burdened by high transportation costs. The proposal, which garnered unanimous approval from the committee, aims to define a threshold for excessive transportation expenses and to seek possible financial assistance from the state.

Miami Lakes Board Addresses School Safety and Event Planning

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board tackled issues ranging from school safety concerns to the logistics of upcoming events. The discussion on school safety emerged as a topic following recent incidents at a local school, spurring debate on the board’s response and the effectiveness of existing protocols. Concurrently, the board also delved into the finer details of planning for a large-scale event, including debates on budget items, seating arrangements, and scheduling conflicts.

Gloucester Town Council Debates Sale of MUA and Cannabis Dispensaries

Overview: The Gloucester Town Council tackled issues in its recent meeting, most notably the potential sale of the Municipal Utility Authority (MUA) and the management of cannabis dispensaries within the township. The council introduced the 2024 Municipal budget with appropriations of $79,519,147.35 and discussed the implications of a local purpose tax levy increase. Additionally, the public expressed concerns about the number of medical dispensaries transitioning to recreational use and the use of funds from the sale of the MUA.

Lynn Haven Commission Debates Public Comment Rules and City Rebuild

Overview: The Lynn Haven City Commission convened to address several issues, with the most prominent being the discussion around public participation in meetings and the handling of non-resident comments. The Commission also focused on the city’s financial management, including the disbursement of a disaster recovery bond, progress with FEMA reimbursements, and the review of water and sewer budget projections. Additionally, considerable time was allocated to debates over the city manager’s authority, particularly concerning agenda control and personnel decisions, and the implications of a campaign donation on a development order.