Milton Select Board Faces $1.5 Million Snowstorm Deficit as Budget Decisions Loom

Overview: The Milton Select Board meeting on March 10th focused heavily on financial challenges following recent snowstorms, which have resulted in an estimated $1.5 million deficit for the Department of Public Works (DPW). Additional discussions covered the fiscal year 2027 budget surplus, traffic engineering services, and the need for improvements to DPW facilities.

Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee Plans Spring and Cultural Events Amid Budgetary Discussions

Overview: At a recent Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee meeting, members focused on organizing several upcoming events, including a spring gathering, a theatrical outing, and a movie night, while navigating budgetary considerations and exploring potential sponsorships. The committee confirmed plans for a spring event on March 27, the inclusion of a play at the Main Street Playhouse in May, and a movie screening in April, all designed to engage the elderly community in Miami Lakes.

Cocoa Beach Special Magistrate Reduces $111,675.45 Fine to $2,746.70 for Longtime Non-Compliant Vacation Rental.

Overview: The Cocoa Beach Special Magistrate meeting focused on two primary cases involving significant code violations. The meeting’s most notable outcome was the city’s decision to negotiate a substantial fine for Isabella Raymond, who had operated a vacation rental without proper permits for over six years. Originally facing a potential fine of $111,675.45, the city agreed to a reduced amount of $2,746.70, provided certain conditions were met. Another case involving property code violations by Patricia Hayes resulted in an extension for compliance due to her mobility issues.

Milton Warrant Committee Scrutinizes Historic Building Demolition Bylaw and Approves $1 Million Fire Station Study

Overview: During the Milton Warrant Committee meeting on March 11, 2026, the primary focus was on the implications of proposed amendments to the definition of “demolition” in the town’s historic buildings bylaw. In addition to this, the committee unanimously supported a proposal to allocate $1 million for a study and design of the Athetherton Fire Station.

Asbury Park Council Enlists Retired Justice Lee Solomon for Redevelopment Dispute

Overview: During the recent Asbury Park City Council meeting, topics included the engagement of retired Supreme Court Justice Lee Solomon to evaluate redevelopment agreements, the status of casino project permits, and community concerns over communication and accountability in local projects. Justice Solomon’s involvement is aimed at resolving an arbitration issue with Mr. Deno, who has refused to share costs for the process. Moreover, the meeting addressed timelines for local redevelopment and the need for improved transparency in municipal communications.