Trenton City Council Faces Criticism Over Proposed Water Rate Hike While Prioritizing Public Safety

Overview: During the recent Trenton City Council meeting, the council engaged in extensive discussion about a proposed 60% increase in water rates, the challenges surrounding Trenton Waterworks, and the urgency of addressing abandoned property demolitions.

Jackson Town Council Member Criticizes Influence of Political Donations on Local Governance

Overview: During the recent Jackson Town Council meeting, discussions unfolded regarding the influence of political donations, appointments to the Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA), and concerns over local governance and public safety. Councilman Pollock raised notable concerns over the perceived impact of political donations on governance, stating his intention to vote against various resolutions due to these worries. He articulated a firm stance against potential corruption, declaring, “I have never accepted any money from any of them and I never will.”

Hawthorne School Board Welcomes New Members and Elects Leadership in Reorganization Meeting

Overview: The Hawthorne School Board held a reorganization meeting to swear in new members and elect leadership for the upcoming term. Newly elected members Lisa Spone, Alex Clavijo, and Marco Totaro were officially sworn in, with Totaro subsequently elected as board president and Erica Mulkey-Koltzan as vice president. The meeting also covered the adoption of a code of ethics and various professional appointments for the board’s functioning.

Bogota School Board Renames Career Technical Center to Honor Superintendent Damian Kennedy

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Bogota School Board addressed several matters, most notably the decision to rename the career technical building in honor of Superintendent Damian Kennedy and a proposal to name the welcoming rotunda after former board president Frank Miranda. Additionally, the meeting saw the swearing-in of newly elected board members, discussions on procedural matters, and public comments celebrating the board’s diversity and leadership.

Kenilworth Planning Board Honors Longtime Planner Kevin O’Brien’s Retirement and Appoints New Members

Overview: The Kenilworth Planning Board meeting was marked by developments, including the retirement recognition of Kevin O’Brien, who served as the board’s planner for nearly three decades, and the swearing-in of several new planning board members. The board also appointed professionals for the upcoming year and elected its chairman and vice-chairman.