Blairstown Township Receives Clean Audit Report Amid Financial and Environmental Discussions

Overview: The Blairstown Township Committee convened on July 24, 2024, covering a range of topics including a clean audit report for 2023, ongoing debt management, and environmental projects such as the dam removal initiative.

Sweetwater Holds Firm on Tax Rate, Plans Infrastructure and Public Safety Investments

Overview: The Sweetwater City Commission has decided to maintain the current millage rate for fiscal year 2024-2025 while also planning significant investments in infrastructure, public safety, and community programs. The proposed millage rate will remain flat at 3.5634, which is expected to generate additional revenue due to increased property values. The commission also discussed the allocation of new grant revenues and the development of the city’s first-ever capital budget and Five-Year Plan.

Reading Finance Committee Discusses School Building Project and Community Preservation Act

Overview: During the recent Reading Finance Committee meeting, discussions centered around the planning and design of a new school facility, potential energy improvements under the Inflation Reduction Act, the Community Preservation Act (CPA), and various community projects.

Washington Township Approves Police Promotion and Girl Scout Fundraiser

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Washington Township Town Council addressed a variety of issues, most notably the promotion of a police officer and the success of a Girl Scout fundraising initiative. The council also tackled subjects ranging from budget concerns and local taxes to community events and public services. Among the decisions made were the approval of several ordinances, resolutions, and the swearing-in of a police officer to Sergeant.

Phillipsburg Council Addresses Environmental Concerns at Endover School

Overview: The Phillipsburg Town Council meeting on July 24th, 2024, addressed concerns regarding the remediation of the Endover School site, a development involving the removal of contaminated soil, alongside other topics such as the discussion of rent control, adherence to anti-nepotism policies, and the approval of a special event permit for the Railroad Festival.