Crescent City Commission Addresses Financial Challenges, Public Safety, and Community Engagement

Overview: The Crescent City Commission meeting on March 13, 2025, tackled issues ranging from financial audits and employee compensation to traffic safety and community development. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the city’s fiscal health, revealing challenges with the police pension plan and the need for improved financial controls. Commissioners also discussed community safety measures and acknowledged the contributions of long-serving city employees.

Allendale Borough Council Strategizes on Community Engagement, Fiscal Responsibility, and Public Safety

Overview: The Allendale Borough Council meeting on March 13 focused on strategic goals for 2025, fiscal responsibility, community engagement, and public safety enhancements. Included were discussions of zoning laws, library expansions, and public safety initiatives, underscoring ongoing efforts to improve municipal functions and resident involvement.

Hanover Town Council Raises Alarm Over State Legislation Threatening Local Zoning Authority

Overview: The recent Hanover Town Council meeting featured discussions on a variety of topics, with the primary focus on concerns over state legislation that could potentially erode local governance. This was highlighted by the council’s discussion over Bill 1408, which threatens to bypass local zoning authority in favor of state-mandated changes. The council also addressed issues related to affordable housing obligations, police department activities, upcoming community events, and the town’s budget plans.

Concerns Over Drainage and Setback Variance Dominate Piscataway Zoning Board Meeting

Overview: At the recent meeting of the Piscataway Township Zoning Board, discussions centered around applications for property variances, with focus on drainage issues raised by a resident and the approval of a variance related to setback requirements. The board addressed various applications.

Hammonton School Board Celebrates Wrestling Achievements and Discusses Strategic Planning

Overview: At the recent Hammonton School Board meeting, the wrestling team’s remarkable season took center stage, with board members celebrating the athletes and coach for their achievements. The meeting also focused on strategic planning initiatives, upcoming school events, and infrastructure developments.