Piscataway Township Council Celebrates Students’ Safe Driving Initiative, Approves $86M Budget

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Piscataway Township Council focused on a diverse agenda, ranging from community safety initiatives led by local students to approving an $86 million municipal budget. The council highlighted a new student club aiming to reduce speeding among teens, adopted budget amendments, and discussed various infrastructure projects.

Howell Planning Board Approves Key Sewer Infrastructure and Subdivision Proposals

Overview: The Howell Township Planning Board convened on June 5, 2025, to tackle issues including the approval of a regional sanitary sewer pump station as part of the township’s infrastructure improvement initiative and a minor subdivision proposal on Freewood Street.

Jeffco School Board Engages Students in Sustainability Dialogue and Faces Financial Challenges

Overview: The recent Jeffco School Board meeting was marked by an intense focus on sustainability initiatives led by students and a detailed exploration of the district’s financial status, which includes discussions around budget management and necessary expenditure reductions. The board also addressed safety protocols, family engagement, and legislative developments.

Kenilworth Borough Council Tables Noise Ordinance Amid Local Concerns and Community Support

Overview: In the latest Kenilworth Borough Council meeting, discussions focused on the tabling of a noise ordinance, the role and contributions of local organizations such as the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and the Boy Scouts, and public safety concerns on 14th Street. The meeting, attended by council members and residents, highlighted community engagement and the cooperative spirit within the borough.

Pompton Lakes Council Faces Tension Over Shared Services Agreement with Oakland

Overview: The Pompton Lakes Borough Council meeting on June 4th was dominated by A discussion about a proposed shared services agreement with the Borough of Oakland, focusing primarily on waste management services. The meeting saw multiple residents and council members raising concerns over logistical, financial, and staffing implications of the agreement, which aims to provide garbage, recycling, and vegetative waste collection services to Oakland from 2026 to 2030.