Washington Town Council Acknowledges Women’s History Month and Addresses Community Concerns

In a recent assembly, the Washington (Gloucester County) Town Council highlighted Women’s History Month, honoring female first responders, and addressed a variety of community concerns ranging from local development projects to public safety and participation. The council also accepted a challenge from the local softball team for a friendly game, set to take place on April 20th.

The recognition of Women’s History Month stood out as a notable moment during the meeting, with the mayor reading a proclamation that celebrated the contributions of women, especially in the roles of EMTs, police officers, and firefighters.

In addition to the recognition of female first responders, the council discussed several resolutions that will impact the town. These included the authorization for the Township Clerk to solicit bids for solid waste and recyclable materials collection, the cancellation of taxes for disabled veterans, and the awarding of bids for various construction projects. These decisions reflect the council’s ongoing efforts to manage town resources effectively and support its residents.

Community engagement and safety were also focal points of the meeting. A council member expressed gratitude to a donor for their contribution to the community, emphasizing the importance of supporting residents in need of medical equipment or items for children. Public comments brought forth issues related to public participation and safety. One resident requested that ordinances and resolutions be made more accessible on the town’s website, while another expressed concerns about parking and safety near an apartment complex, which the council assured would be addressed.

Upcoming events reported include a car show at the Old Stone House, a three-year project to refurbish Route 42, and a visit from Miss Wheelchair New Jersey. The local library’s participation in New Jersey Maker Day and the continued success of the giving train initiative, which most recently provided a car seat for an expectant mother, were also noted.

A member discussed the planning board’s busy agenda with many new developments on the horizon for the town. The council acknowledged the Knights of Columbus and the Tri-State veterans fund for their effort to raise awareness about veteran suicides with flags around town.

The council also took the opportunity to inform residents about “fix a leak week” and the availability of free Leak Detection kits as part of their environmental stewardship. In addition, the Washington Township saves lives Uber program was promoted, aimed at preventing drunk driving incidents on St. Patrick’s Day.

Administratively, the council approved the bill list and minutes and announced the primary election date, stressing the importance of voter registration and participation. They also set the date for the next council meeting for March 27th, 2024, at 6 PM.

Note: This meeting summary was generated by AI, which can occasionally misspell names, misattribute actions, and state inaccuracies. This summary is intended to be a starting point and you should review the meeting record linked above before acting on anything you read. If we got something wrong, let us know. We’re working every day to improve our process in pursuit of universal local government transparency.
Mayor:
Laurie Burns
City Council Officials:
Anthony DellaPia, Peter Del Borrello, Iii, Richard Bennett, Donald Brown, Jr., Johnson “Jack” Yerkes, Iii, Christine Ciallella (Municipal Clerk)

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