East Brunswick School Board Addresses Harassment and Program Enhancements

Overview: The East Brunswick School Board recently held a meeting where concerns over bullying, harassment, anti-Semitism at East Brunswick High School, and the handling of a yearbook incident were central issues. Additionally, the board discussed the expansion of academic programs, including dual enrollment and new course offerings, and recognized the contributions of the Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs) and the East Brunswick Education Foundation.

Revere Traffic Commission Approves 6-Month Bus Stop Pilot

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Revere Traffic Commission tackled several significant transportation-related proposals with the approval of a 6-month pilot program for bus stop consolidation being the most notable outcome. The program, aimed at improving the city’s public transit infrastructure, includes reconstructing sidewalks, installing benches and shelters, and replacing dead street trees along Broadway. The pilot program was debated extensively, with members considering either a 90-day trial or a 6-month period with a 90-day review. Eventually, the commission approved the 6-month trial period with a review after 90 days.

Pasco County Council Tackles Affordable Housing and Zoning Issues

Overview: In a recent Pasco County Council meeting, discussions centered on significant zoning amendment requests, including a debate on a proposed development of affordable housing units and the rezoning of a property to make way for a medical office facility. The meeting brought to light various concerns regarding the impact of these developments on traffic, wildlife, and residential communities.

Franklin (Somerset County) Zoning Board Deliberates Impact of New 200-Unit Complex

Overview: The latest meeting of the Franklin (Somerset County) Zoning Board centered around discussions on a proposed 200-unit apartment complex, with public concerns about environmental impact, pedestrian safety, and infrastructure stress taking the forefront. The board and public scrutinized the project’s details, including stormwater management, traffic flow, and the adequacy of the project’s engineering plans.

Fall River Zoning Board Denies Variance for Broadway Property

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals denied a variance request for the transformation of an automotive sales facility into a retail storage landscaping yard on Broadway LLC. The meeting also saw discussions on procedural improvements, including formalizing the process for tabling petitions, refining the intake process for plans, and considering fee increases for late submissions.