Lonsdale City Council Explores $1.5 Million Road Improvement Grant Amid Budget Talks

Overview: The Lonsdale City Council meeting focused on critical budget discussions and the potential pursuit of a substantial road improvement grant. The council deliberated on the fiscal year 2026 budget, which includes a nearly 5% increase in the property tax levy, while also considering the application for a $1.5 million grant for local road improvements.

East Longmeadow Secures Public Health Grant and Enhances Mosquito Control Efforts

Overview: The East Longmeadow Board of Health meeting on September 25th, 2025, highlighted the approval of a substantial public health excellence grant for shared services and a shift in mosquito control strategies that resulted in a notable reduction in West Nile virus cases. The meeting, conducted via Zoom, covered several topics including grant allocations, public health staffing needs, mosquito abatement, and vaccine accessibility.

Rochelle Park Secures $1 Million Funding for Pump Station Amid Flood Mitigation Efforts

Overview: The Rochelle Park Town Council meeting on September 24, 2025, centered on the town’s successful acquisition of $1 million in funding for a new pump station, a project expected to cost over $4 million. This funding, secured through the efforts of Assemblywoman Lisa Swain and Assemblyman Chris Tully, was an achievement following the withdrawal of FEMA money.

Wildwood Crest Borough Council Faces Debate Over $300,000 Park Barrier Installation

Overview: During the recent Wildwood Crest Borough Council meeting, discussions centered around community concerns including a debate over a proposed $300,000 park barrier installation, infrastructure developments, and ongoing parking issues.

Pompton Lakes Residents Demand Action on Traffic Safety and Infrastructure Concerns

Overview: The recent Pompton Lakes Borough Council meeting saw several issues raised by residents, with traffic safety and infrastructure taking center stage. Citizens voiced their concerns about hazardous road conditions, speeding, and the need for improved enforcement of traffic laws, urging the council to prioritize these matters to ensure community safety.