- NJ
- Atlantic County
- 7/25/24
- 07/29/2024
- 37 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Ventnor City Council introduced and expressed support for an ordinance to create a non-paid chaplain position within the Ventnor City Police Department, aimed at supporting the mental well-being of first responders. The council also tackled the approval of a bond ordinance for the Water Tower project, deliberated on amendments to the construction codes fee schedule, extended the tax grace period, and discussed the increase of towing fees across the city.
- NJ
- Camden County
- 7/25/24
- 07/25/2024
- 112 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Haddonfield School Board meeting, topics such as the Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB) report, student proficiency assessment scores, and school facility renovations were addressed. The meeting provided updates on the progress and challenges in these areas.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 7/24/24
- 07/29/2024
- 40 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: Franklin Township’s Human Relations Commission meeting focused primarily on the prospects of establishing a YMCA facility in the area and the launch of a bias training and civil rights program. The absence of a local YMCA for over three decades was a point of contention, with the commission discussing the organization’s history, its recent contributions to the community, and the sustainability of future projects.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 7/23/24
- 07/23/2024
- 52 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Bridgewater-Raritan Regional Board of Education meeting, discussions centered around student assessment standards, including the NJ GPA and Access testing results, with a noted performance decrease in the NJ GPA scores and a slight increase in students exiting the ESL program. The board also addressed concerns regarding COVID-19’s impact on education, declining enrollment in the German language program, and mental health support initiatives within the district.
- NJ
- Union County
- 7/23/24
- 07/24/2024
- 113 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Berkeley Heights Town Council recently convened to address a variety of topics, with a particular spotlight on the recognition of community contributions and the issue of pedestrian and bicycle safety. The council celebrated the retirement of a cherished children’s librarian after nearly five decades of service and honored the town’s first female Eagle Scouts. Residents voiced their concerns about safety on the streets, prompting discussions on the need for a pedestrian task force and infrastructure improvements. Additionally, the council tackled resolutions and ordinances involving town services and infrastructure projects.