- NJ
- Bergen County
- 4/8/24
- 04/08/2024
- 172 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Ridgewood School Board meeting covered a range of topics, with the proposal to replace the active duty school resource officer with two class three officers and the discussion on flood solutions and field improvements being the most pressing. The proposal regarding the officers included discussions about the financial implications, the roles of the officers, including their access to firearms and police vehicles, and the need for the officers to be familiar with the school community. The potential introduction of class three officers could increase police presence in schools.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 4/3/24
- 04/03/2024
- 163 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Boston City Council meeting, the proposal to raise the maximum age for applicants to the Boston Police Academy from 39 to 45 years old emerged as a point of discussion. The council’s agenda was comprehensive, covering issues from honoring community figures to important fiscal appropriations, but the focus on broadening the pool of police officer candidates to better reflect the city’s demographics was a standout topic.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 4/2/24
- 04/02/2024
- 46 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent South Miami City Council meeting, the adoption of a new yard waste pickup fee and the approval of a multi-year police uniform agreement with G LLC were among notable topics addressed. Despite concerns about the financial impact on residents, the council decided to implement the yard waste pickup fee to cover the city’s associated costs. The council also moved forward with a resolution to adjust special event parking fees, particularly focusing on the disparity between high-traffic and side streets. Other notable discussions included updates on law enforcement compensation and the merging of the commission for women into the community relations board.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 4/2/24
- 04/03/2024
- 55 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Woodbridge Township Council illuminated the town’s commitment to special needs individuals by celebrating Autism Awareness Month and recognizing the efforts of the Woodbridge Township Parents Organization Program for the Advancement of Children’s Education (POAC) and Pace. The council also grappled with public concerns regarding the treatment and management of feral cats, revealing the absence of a specific policy for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs and the need for future action.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 4/1/24
- 04/01/2024
- 101 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Miami Lakes Special Needs Advisory Board recently convened to discuss the introduction of new programs, event participation, and community engagement initiatives designed to support individuals with special needs. The board reviewed several proposals, including the establishment of a social group focusing on mindfulness and seated yoga, updates on the special needs safety program, and planning for an upcoming resource fair.