Garwood Planning Board Faces Developer Dispute Amidst Evolving Infrastructure Needs

Overview: The Garwood Planning Board meeting focused on ongoing negotiations with Garden Homes over redevelopment density on the paperboard property, alongside discussions on creating a comprehensive circulation plan to address traffic and safety issues. The board examined the implications of increasing density from 40 to 60 units per acre and initiated efforts to regulate food trucks and e-scooters in the borough.

Lakeville Select Board Discusses Student Programs and Future of School Pool

Overview: During the recent Lakeville Select Board meeting, members focused on educational programs and community engagement, emphasizing student achievements in STEM and athletics, and deliberated on future plans for the school district’s pool. They also addressed ongoing financial matters, including retiree health insurance rates and funding for school initiatives.

Norton Planning Board Discusses Halloween Parade Logistics, Fundraising Initiatives, and Future Community Events

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Norton Planning Board focused on the logistics of the upcoming Halloween parade, planning for future community events, and various fundraising initiatives. Key topics included the structuring of donations for food vendors, the participation of local groups in the Halloween parade, and discussions on community engagement through creative fundraising strategies.

Ridgewood Council Grapples with Health Insurance Costs, Traffic Safety, and Community Initiatives

Overview: The Ridgewood Village Council meeting focused on issues, including a proposed high-deductible health insurance plan for municipal employees to counteract a projected 36% increase in current health plan costs. The session also addressed traffic safety measures, such as the implementation of one-way streets and bumpouts, and highlighted ongoing community initiatives.

Taylor County Board of Commissioners Moves Forward with Traffic Solutions and Public Safety Complex

Overview: During the Taylor County Board of Commissioners meeting on October 21, 2025, advancements were made toward addressing local traffic congestion and the development of a new public safety complex. The board discussed proposed alternatives for improving traffic flow, particularly in environmentally sensitive areas, and approved a recommendation to negotiate a contract for the Taylor County Public Safety Complex.