Hillsdale Borough Council Promotes Travis Woods to Chief of Police Amidst Budget and Ordinance Discussions

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hillsdale Borough Council promoted Lieutenant Travis Woods to Chief of Police. The meeting also saw the adoption of the 2025 municipal budget, discussions on multiple ordinances, and updates on community projects, including the Memorial Field Recreation initiative.

Cliffside Park School Board Welcomes New Leadership and Secures Cost-Saving Contracts

Overview: The Cliffside Park School Board meeting was marked by the swearing-in of two new board members, the election of a new president and vice president, and discussions on cost-saving contracts and operational updates. The board also approved various service providers and explored future improvements to school facilities.

Cannon Falls Council Considers Ordinance to Manage City Property Storage Amidst Homelessness Concerns

Overview: During the Cannon Falls City Council meeting on May 6th, 2025, discussions focused on addressing the issues surrounding the use of city property for personal storage, particularly in relation to individuals experiencing homelessness. The council debated the potential for drafting a new ordinance to manage these situations more effectively. Alongside this, the meeting touched on various other topics, from zoning amendments to upcoming community events, underlining the diverse challenges faced by the council.

Stillwater School Board Reviews Historic Land Donation and Faces Insurance Negotiation Challenges

Overview: In a recent Stillwater Area School Board meeting, discussions focused on an intriguing potential donation of historically significant land, a critical memorandum of agreement on insurance rates, and updates on educational partnerships and technology challenges. The board navigated issues, including a proposal to create a historical site and negotiations over insurance premiums for district employees.

Reading Zoning Board Grapples with Variance Requests Amidst Neighborhood Concerns

Overview: During the recent Reading Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, focus was placed on several variance requests, each eliciting discussions regarding neighborhood impact and zoning compliance. The board deliberated on multiple applications, with the most contentious being the request for a variance to construct a two-story addition on Summer Avenue, and a variance for a deck associated with an above-ground pool.