West Windsor Discusses Key Budget and Infrastructure Plans

Overview: The West Windsor Town Council addressed a comprehensive agenda focusing on the town’s fiscal health, public services, and infrastructure improvements during a recent meeting. The council discussed the 2024 budget, which notably includes a 2.85% decrease in the current fund from the prior year with no increase in the property tax rate. The Chief Financial Officer reported a slight increase in total energy tax receipts and mentioned the application for a distracted driving crackdown grant alongside awaiting state aid certification.

Allendale Embraces Community Safety and Infrastructure Enhancement

Overview: In a recent Allendale Borough Council meeting, the community’s safety and infrastructure took center stage, with discussions on the employment of police officers for outside details, the return of motor vehicle services, and significant improvements to public spaces. The meeting began with an address to Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and an acknowledgment of long-term residents Ted and Karen Clark, but swiftly moved onto matters of public interest and municipal operations.

Garwood Borough Discusses Fire Department Equipment and Housing Legislation

Overview: At a recent Garwood Borough Council meeting, a range of issues were addressed, including the need for new Fire Department equipment, concerns about fair share housing legislation, and the potential enactment of a ban on single-use plastic items. The council also recognized the retirement of a long-serving authority representative and welcomed a new one to the position.

Hackensack Council Tackles Infrastructure and Recreational Plans

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hackensack City Council addressed several issues including the state of local infrastructure, the Johnson Park Sports Complex project, and the introduction of new ordinances affecting recreation fees and waste management. Top of the agenda was the ongoing debate regarding the need for inclusive field markings at the Johnson Park Sports Complex to accommodate multiple sports, with particular attention paid to ensuring football lines were included alongside soccer.

Cape May Council Advances Key Infrastructure, Housing, and Utility Projects

Overview: The recent Cape May City Council meeting centered on developments regarding the city’s infrastructure, with a discussion on road improvements and the Lafayette Street project taking precedence. The council also tackled affordable housing obligations, utility upgrades, and community concerns about various initiatives, including the convention hall bond, the desalinization plant, and the electric vehicle supply.