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- Monmouth County
- 3/12/25
- 03/12/2025
- 17 Minutes
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Overview: The Long Branch City Council meeting on March 12, 2025, was marked by controversy surrounding a resolution related to hiring procedures under civil service regulations. The council faced public criticism over Resolution 45, which addresses the hiring of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) officers and the apparent bypassing of established civil service protocols.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/26/25
- 02/26/2025
- 20 Minutes
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Overview: In the recent Long Branch City Council meeting, discussions centered on the financial strains facing the city, with potential budget increases and tax implications due to a drastic rise in electric rates and the need to comply with state-mandated affordable housing requirements. A significant concern arose from a 177% increase in electric rates by JCP&L, which could necessitate budget adjustments and potentially lead to higher taxes. Additionally, the city is under pressure to meet a February 28 deadline to contest or comply with a mandate requiring 317 affordable housing units.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/12/25
- 02/12/2025
- 36 Minutes
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Overview: The Long Branch City Council meeting held on February 12, 2025, was marked by discussions on systemic racism, holiday displays, and parking enforcement issues. Key topics included a presentation for Black History Month and debates over the absence of Christmas decorations in West End Park, alongside ongoing concerns about parking violations.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 1/22/25
- 01/22/2025
- 27 Minutes
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Overview: At the recent Long Branch City Council meeting, issues included the approval of property conveyance to New Jersey Transit Corporation for train station improvements, a public comment on offshore wind farms, and concerns about immigration policies affecting local communities.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 1/8/25
- 01/08/2025
- 13 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent Long Branch City Council meeting, a new ordinance was introduced to facilitate improvements at the Long Branch Train Station. The ordinance authorizes the city to purchase two properties, which will then be conveyed to the New Jersey Transit Corporation to support the construction of a pedestrian tunnel. This project has secured $21.1 million in federal and state grant funding and is set to enhance commuter accessibility.
