Saddle Brook Honors Women and Tackles Community Concerns

Overview: In a recent Saddle Brook Town Council meeting, issues such as community recognition, infrastructure, public safety, and event planning were addressed. The meeting was noteworthy for the honoring of local women during Women’s History Month and the diverse array of topics that the council dealt with, ranging from park safety to the appointment and salary of the business administrator.

Fall River Traffic Board Tackles School Safety and Parking Issues

Overview: The most recent Fall River Traffic Board meeting addressed community concerns centered around traffic safety near Durfee High School and multiple requests regarding parking accommodations and restrictions. The board engaged with citizen input on the issue of student safety in school zones, with specific emphasis on the challenges of enforcing speed limits and the effectiveness of additional signage. The meeting also saw the board deliberate over requests for additional parking on South Main Street, no parking signs on Grenell Street, and multiple handicap parking spaces across the city.

Phillipsburg Council Tackles Traffic, Legal Woes, and Rent Control

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Phillipsburg Town Council addressed a variety of concerns, ranging from local traffic issues to the town’s legal and financial challenges. The meeting, which took place on March 13th, 2024, also heard public petitions on topics including the impact of rent control on housing availability, the use of town-owned vehicles, and the funding for the local library.

Miami Beach Debates Boat Regulations and Public Safety Measures

Overview: In a recent Miami Beach City Commission meeting, the most compelling discussions centered around the growing population of permanently anchored boats in Biscayne Bay and the proposed regulations to address the various challenges arising from this situation. The commission contemplated a multifaceted approach, which included regulating access points from the water to the land, establishing a dockmaster at the Maurice Gibb Park, and instituting a permitting process for the anchored boats. The proposed conditions for the permits included a monthly fee, registration and insurance requirements, and aesthetic standards.

Delaware Town Council Tackles Livestock Ordinance and Public Concerns

Overview: During a recent Delaware Town Council meeting, significant time was dedicated to discussing a revision of the livestock head count ordinance, which is currently limited to pigs. The Agricultural Advisory Committee has been tasked with reviewing and potentially establishing maximum head counts for other livestock, such as cattle, sheep, and chickens. This topic was prioritized due to the urgency expressed by the community to integrate the committee’s recommendations swiftly into an enforceable ordinance.