- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 4/3/24
- 04/04/2024
- 178 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Sayreville Borough Planning Board recently convened to discuss an application for a new mosque, the Masjid Sedar Community Center, proposed on Ernston Road. The meeting, which included detailed presentations and a lively public comment period, focused on the mosque’s site plan, design, and its potential impact on the local community. Concerns ranged from parking and traffic to the impact on neighboring properties, with residents and board members debating the project’s implications at length.
- FL
- Palm Beach County
- 4/2/24
- 04/02/2024
- 134 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Highland Beach Town Commission tackled several issues, with the adoption of new seawall and boat lift regulations taking center stage. The commission engaged in a discussion on establishing a standard height limit for boat lifts and an eight-foot maximum for seawall caps and dock widths. The aim is to streamline permit processes and ensure safety and aesthetic standards. Additionally, there was debate over a 25-foot encroachment limit into the waterway, which would align with recommendations from marine experts and reports. The meeting also highlighted the imminent grand opening of the town’s fire rescue department, challenges related to road construction and emergency response times, and the progress of the Triple R project from the Florida Department of Transportation.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 4/1/24
- 04/03/2024
- 104 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The latest Reading Select Board meeting concentrated on addressing the increasing concerns over traffic flow, parking, and pedestrian safety surrounding the local K-5 school. With the school’s potential increase in enrollment, particularly in the pre-kindergarten program, the board evaluated various proposals aimed at improving traffic and safety conditions for students and residents.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 4/1/24
- 04/01/2024
- 145 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Paterson City Council meeting, after extensive discussion and public commentary, the council approved a proposal by Mercado Properties LLC for the construction of three two-family homes on subdivided lots on West Broadway. The project had sparked community concern over its potential impact on local infrastructure, parking, and neighborhood aesthetics. Despite objections from residents and a failed motion to deny the application, the council ultimately sanctioned the development, subject to a full County review.
- 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.