Roselle Park Summer Camp Future Sparks Concern at School Board Meeting

Overview: The Roselle Park School Board meeting was marked by community concern regarding the potential changes to the Roselle Park summer camp, a program many residents rely on for summer childcare. In addition to addressing the summer camp issue, the meeting included the swearing-in of new board members and the election of a new board president and vice president.

Bernards Township Elects First Democratic Mayor Since 1938 Amidst Public Safety Concerns

Overview: The Bernards Township Council meeting on January 6, 2026, marked a historic shift as Ana Duarte McCarthy was sworn in as the township’s first Democratic mayor since 1938. The meeting addressed issues, including public safety, affordable housing, and economic development.

Residency Rules and Public Discontent Stir Keansburg School Board Meeting

Overview: The Keansburg School Board meeting was notable for its public discourse on accountability, residency rules, and transparency. Concerns were raised about board member residency compliance and the board’s approach to handling public comments, with multiple individuals expressing dissatisfaction with past and present board actions.

Delanco Town Council Appoints New Mayor Amid Community Engagement and Safety Concerns

Overview: At the 2026 reorganization meeting of the Delanco Town Council, Kate Fitzpatrick was appointed as the new mayor following a closely contested vote. The meeting also highlighted various community engagement activities, ongoing infrastructure improvements, and pressing safety concerns regarding local traffic conditions.

Oviedo City Council Debates Financial Support and Tax Implications for Local Chamber of Commerce

Overview: In a discussion during the Oviedo City Council meeting on January 5, 2026, council members explored the city’s financial support for the local Chamber of Commerce, weighing the benefits of continued partnership against the financial implications for residents. This conversation highlighted broader themes of economic development and local governance, as well as the potential elimination of what some council members referred to as a “junk fee” — the local business tax.