Atlantic County Board of Commissioners Approves Key Appointments and Discusses Veterans Facility Negotiations

Overview: In its recent meeting, the Atlantic County Board of Commissioners addressed several topics, including the appointment of new division directors, the introduction of a new member to the Law Department, and discussions about the Medavie nursing and rehabilitation center’s potential designation as a state-operated VA Memorial Home.

Atlantic County Commissioners Address Jail Staffing Crisis and Infrastructure Investment

Overview: The Atlantic County Board of Commissioners meeting on Tuesday covered a wide range of topics, with discussions on the staffing crisis at the county jail and infrastructure investments taking center stage. The commissioners also tackled various resolutions related to local services and economic development.

Ayana James Appointed to Atlantic County Criminal Justice Advisory Board, Highlighting Court Innovations

Overview: The Atlantic County Board of Commissioners held a meeting where they appointed Ayana James, LSW, to the Atlantic County Criminal Justice Advisory Board and discussed various innovative and impactful programs within the county’s criminal justice system. The meeting also covered domestic violence interventions, financial allocations for public services, and potential transformations of local facilities.

Atlantic County Board of Commissioners Addresses Fentanyl Crisis and Honors Late Community Leaders

Overview: The Atlantic County Board of Commissioners meeting focused on addressing the escalating fentanyl crisis, enhancing harm reduction campaigns, and recognizing late community leaders. The board also discussed the widespread availability of Naloxone, approved several key resolutions including infrastructure grants and public safety improvements, and presented scholarships to local students.

Atlantic County Board Rushes to Secure $1 Million Court Grant

Overview: In an urgent special meeting, the Atlantic County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing the County Executive to accept a grant of up to $1 million from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA). This grant, part of the Local Efficiency Achievement Program (LEAP), is intended to offset costs associated with State Police summonses in municipalities not participating in the Central Municipal Court of Atlantic County. The grant’s acceptance was time-sensitive, with a hard deadline of July 11, necessitating the meeting’s short notice.