- NJ
- Essex County
- 3/26/24
- 01/26/2024
- 212 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The West Orange Town Council recently convened to discuss several community concerns, with prominent topics including the management of public comment, the potential lifting of the moratorium on cannabis cultivation and manufacturing, the approval of an interlocal agreement for animal shelter services, and the debate over gas-powered leaf blowers. The council also considered financial matters such as Green Acres funding for the Rock Spring Golf Club and the Downtown Alliance budget.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 1/26/24
- 01/26/2024
- 725 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent West Orange Town Council meeting, a proposed resolution to condemn anti-Semitism became a focal point of a broader discussion on hate and bias within the community. The debate on the resolution revealed deep divisions among the council members and the public, with passionate arguments presented on both sides. Several residents voiced concerns that the resolution, aimed at combating anti-Semitism, did not sufficiently address or could potentially overshadow the needs of other communities, particularly the Palestinian, Arab, and Muslim residents.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 11/27/23
- 01/18/2024
- 188 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent meeting of the West Orange Human Relations Committee (HRC), community members and commissioners tackled sensitive issues surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the impact of social media on local discourse. The HRC also discussed the upcoming Martin Luther King event, budget considerations, and the importance of community engagement.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 1/4/24
- 01/04/2024
- 19 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a notable start to the new year, the West Orange School Board held its reorganization meeting on January 4th, 2024, where it elected Brian Rock as President and Maria Vera as Vice President. The meeting saw the swearing-in of newly elected official Maria Vera. Superintendent Hayden Moore and board members expressed high regard for Vera’s intellect and dedication to education.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 12/20/23
- 31 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The West Orange School Board meeting on December 20th, 2023 saw the retirement of board member Melinda Huerta and the celebration of the successful Family Math Night at Washington School. Superintendent Hayden Moore presented reports on harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) investigations, all of which were found to be unfounded. The board also acknowledged various school initiatives and events.
