Roselle Park Council Supports Girl Scouts’ Call for Pedestrian Safety Near High School

Overview: In a recent Roselle Park Borough Council meeting, local Girl Scouts from Troop 40998 made an impassioned plea for increased pedestrian safety measures near Roselle Park High School. Their advocacy, along with community concerns about tree removals and ongoing infrastructure discussions, were central topics during the session.

Coon Rapids City Council Advances Sewer Rehabilitation and Embraces New Technology Initiatives

Overview: The recent Coon Rapids City Council meeting focused on several community initiatives, including the advancement of a major sewer rehabilitation project, the transition to a modern body-worn camera system for law enforcement, and other topics that reflect ongoing efforts to enhance local infrastructure, safety, and community engagement.

Revere Traffic Commission Tackles Mill Street Parking Dilemma and More

Overview: The Revere Traffic Commission convened on November 21st to address pressing parking issues across the city, resulting in changes for Mill Street, Green Street, and other locations. Key decisions included establishing new parking restrictions to improve traffic flow and safety, as well as accommodating the needs of local residents and visitors.

Ocean City Council Debates New Tax on Transient Rentals, Considers Broader Application

Overview: The Ocean City Council meeting focused on discussions surrounding a proposed ordinance introducing a 3% occupancy tax on short-term rentals facilitated through platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo. The ordinance sparked debate over its scope and the equitable application of taxes across different rental types, culminating in an amendment to include hotels and motels under the same tax framework.

Westfield City Council Urges Mayor to Use $2 Million in Free Cash to Reduce Tax Rate

Overview: During a Westfield City Council meeting, focus was placed on financial matters, particularly the debate over the fiscal year 2025 tax rate. The council grappled with the challenge of setting a residential tax factor, with discussions revolving around a potential tax shift of 1.69. This shift would result in an increase of approximately $5.50 per month for the average homeowner. Some council members advocated for maintaining this rate to avoid providing further tax breaks to large commercial entities such as Home Depot and Walmart, which have seen tax decreases in recent years. However, there was also a proposal to adjust the rate to 1.66, and an amendment was made to revert to the original proposal of 1.69.