- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 5/14/24
- 05/14/2024
- 80 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Old Bridge School Board recently convened to address financial concerns, recognize exemplary staff actions, and discuss educational program revisions. The meeting’s primary focus centered on the district’s financial constraints and the pursuit of legislative support to alleviate budget pressures. School employees Trish and Debbie were honored for their heroic response in a child safety incident.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 5/14/24
- 05/14/2024
- 86 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Bernards Town Council meeting highlighted several initiatives and commendations, with attention given to the recognition of community achievements and discussions on affordable housing mandates and public safety enhancements. Among the notables, the Ridge High School Forensics Speech and Debate team was celebrated for their 22-year streak as New Jersey state champions, and Dennis Butler was honored as Construction Official of the Year for his long-standing service.
- NJ
- Ocean County
- 5/14/24
- 05/15/2024
- 93 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Lacey School Board grappled with substantial budgetary concerns, facing a potential 9.9% tax increase to counteract a budget deficit that threatens educational programs and staffing within the district. The meeting also included an acknowledgment of student and staff achievements, discussions on policy updates, and advocacy efforts related to the financial challenges.
- FL
- Seminole County
- 5/14/24
- 05/14/2024
- 195 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a notable advancement for Seminole County’s economic and tourism development, the County Council approved a procedural ordinance for creating Tourism Improvement Districts (TIDs) during their recent meeting. This unanimous decision paves the way for levying assessments on hotel rooms, channeling funds into enhancing the county’s sports facilities, and furthering other tourism-related projects.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 5/14/24
- 05/14/2024
- 52 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In an effort to protect local environmental quality, the Oakland Borough Council has introduced a dust control policy targeting commercial properties in the area. This ordinance, inspired by similar legislation in Dearborn, Michigan, mandates all commercial businesses to implement measures managing dust emissions.