Belmar Borough Council Addresses Housing Authority Repairs and Emergency Access Concerns

Overview: The recent Belmar Borough Council meeting focused on issues, including repairs for the Belmar Housing Authority, emergency access for senior residents, and ongoing infrastructure projects. Key topics included a funding ordinance for housing repairs, safety measures for senior apartments, and the status of critical bridge maintenance.

New Ulm Public Utilities Commission Selects WSB for GIS Managed Service, Moves Forward on Infrastructure Projects

Overview: In a step towards enhancing its operational capabilities, the New Ulm Public Utilities Commission unanimously selected WSB as the vendor for a Geographic Information System (GIS) managed service, approving a $75,000 contract for the project’s initial phases. This decision was part of a broader meeting agenda that also addressed vital infrastructure updates, including the wastewater plant replacement project and a funding resolution for a gravity sewer and water main project.

Bedminster Township Council Tackles Forced Main Break, Community Garden, and School Safety Enhancements

Overview: In the recent Bedminster Township Council meeting, discussions focused on the recurring forced main break, the groundbreaking of a community garden, and the hiring of a dedicated school resource officer. The council also addressed infrastructure maintenance and public safety improvements.

Lakeville Council Focuses on Public Works Advancements and Community Engagement Initiatives

Overview: The Lakeville City Council meeting covered a range of topics, with emphasis on ongoing public works projects, community events, and environmental initiatives. Key discussions included updates on construction projects like the 185th Street improvements and Oak Shores Park developments, as well as community engagement through the National Night Out and Taste of Lakeville events. The council also addressed environmental efforts in the city and reviewed municipal utility and liquor sales reports.

Freetown Board of Selectmen Considers Recall Provision and Security Enhancements at Boat Ramp

Overview: The Freetown Board of Selectmen meeting on January 21, 2025, focused on several issues, including the potential inclusion of a recall provision for regional school committee members on the upcoming ballot and discussions on improving security at the town’s boat ramp. Other matters included insurance coverage adjustments for municipal properties, the approval of various financial appropriations, and the proposal to conduct sexual offender registry checks on staff and volunteers involved with children and seniors.