Union County School Board Faces Financial Challenges Amid Audit Findings and Capital Reserve Concerns

Overview: The Union County School Board meeting focused on critical financial issues, highlighted by a comprehensive audit presentation that revealed significant challenges in the district’s financial management and planning. The audit uncovered insufficient capital reserves, raising concerns about the district’s ability to fund necessary projects and leverage state grants. In addition to fiscal discussions, the board addressed several educational initiatives and personnel appointments.

Union Zoning Board Unanimously Approves Warehouse and Retail Use Variance Amid Traffic Concerns

Overview: The Union Zoning Board convened to deliberate significant zoning applications, ultimately granting a use variance for USA Concession Enterprises LLC’s warehouse and wholesale retail operation on Springfield Road. This decision came after extensive presentations and discussions regarding site suitability, traffic management, and compliance with zoning regulations. The board also approved a variance for a two-family dwelling on Windsor Avenue, addressing the redevelopment of a deteriorating property.

Five-Alarm Fire at Cross Field Products Dominates Union Town Council Meeting

Overview: The Union Town Council meeting focused on issues ranging from a significant fire incident at Cross Field Products Corporation to public safety concerns and community initiatives.

Kim Scott-Hayden Elected Union School Board President Amid Calls for Unity and Transparency

Overview: In an organizational meeting of the Union Board of Education, Kim Scott-Hayden was elected as the new board president, with Michael Cohan appointed as vice president. As the board looks ahead to the 2026 school year, priorities include enhancing transparency, fostering community engagement, and addressing legislative changes impacting education.

Union Town Council Welcomes New Leadership and Celebrates Community Achievements

Overview: The recent Union Town Council meeting marked a significant day as James Bowser Jr. and Patricia Guerra-Frazier were officially sworn in, with Guerra-Frazier becoming the first Latina mayor of Union. The meeting, attended by Governor-elect Mikey Cheryl, also highlighted substantial progress in community projects, public safety initiatives, and upcoming enhancements to parks and recreational facilities.