Washington Township Revamps EMT Support and Examines Budget

Overview: In an effort to bolster the support for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and address growing concerns over volunteer retention, the Washington Township Council voted to revise the Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP).

Washington Council Debates Budget Allocations for Town Services

Overview: The Washington (Bergen) Town Council recently engaged in a detailed deliberation over budget items for various town services, focusing on the necessity and cost-effectiveness of expenditures across different departments. The council moved to approve a $7,500 expenditure for public affairs printing, including flyers and banners for town events, while engaging in a debate over the cost and reduction of certain budget items.

Washington Town Council Scrutinizes Budget, Tables Key Items

Overview: In a recent Washington (Bergen) Town Council meeting, attention was devoted to the 2024 budget with particular scrutiny on allocations for office supplies, postage, training, and computer services. The council engaged in discussions and made decisions on various line items. Notably, the council voted to reduce the postage budget by $700, impacting the distribution of township calendars, and considered a $300 cut in office supplies. Discussions were also robust around the necessity of budget reductions in areas such as books, subscriptions, and travel expenses.

Town Council Tackles Affordable Housing and Budget Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Washington (Bergen) Town Council tackled issues related to the new affordable housing regulations, the proposed 2024 budget, and various community projects. The meeting’s most discussions centered around the challenges posed by the new affordable housing regulations, which are considered more onerous than previous mandates, and the comprehensive plan to update the 1974 master plan in anticipation of these changes.

Westwood School Board Grapples with Policy Changes and Legal Opinion Debates

Overview: In a recent Westwood School Board meeting, members engaged in discussions over educational policy changes, the process for seeking legal opinions, and the implementation of health curriculum standards. The meeting was marked by a series of debates that underscored the complex dynamics at play within the board, reflecting differing viewpoints on curriculum content, policy necessity, and communication strategies.