Brick Town Council Honors Outgoing Vice President and Passes Key Ordinances

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Brick Town Council addressed a range of issues, from honoring a long-serving council member to passing important ordinances and engaging in discussions over community initiatives. Council Vice President Andrea Zap was honored for her decade of service with December 30th, 2023, being proclaimed Andrea Zap Day. The Council also passed an ordinance to establish a daily parking discount for seniors, approved a computer bill resolution, and discussed various agreements with Ocean County.

Brick Township Council Elects New President and Vice President Amidst Swearing-In Ceremony and Public Concerns

Overview: Brick Township’s recent council meeting was marked by key leadership changes, with Vincent Minichino elected as the new council president and Derek Ambrosino as vice president. The meeting also included swearing-in ceremonies for re-elected Mayor Lisa Crate and several council members. The council approved a slate of professional service contracts and addressed public concerns over environmental issues, specifically the impact of the Garden State Parkway on local health.

Brick School Board Oath Ceremony Ushers in New Members and Leadership

Overview: In a development at the recent Brick Township Board of Education meeting, new and re-elected members took their oath of office. The meeting commenced with the certification of the election results, confirming Alison Kennedy and Mike Mesmer as elected board members. The oath of office was administered to Alison Kennedy and Mike Mesmer. Following the swearing-in, the board proceeded to elect its new leadership, appointing a President and Vice President for the upcoming term.

Brick School District Grapples with Funding Cuts and Classroom Size Concerns

Overview: At the recent Brick School Board meeting, concerns were raised over the anticipated state funding cuts and the subsequent impact on classroom sizes and positions within the district. The school board, under Superintendent Dr. Thomas G. Farrell, also celebrated the achievements of students and educators, while acknowledging the district’s challenges in state assessments and the strains faced by educators due to funding limitations.

Brick Town Council Calls for Smoke-Free Casinos, New EMS Funding, and Ocean County Liaison

Overview: In a recent Brick Town Council meeting, the members engaged in discussions on a series of resolutions, including a call for smoke-free casinos, the allocation of funding for the New Jersey Emergency Medical Services Task Force, and the appointment of an Ocean County liaison for the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. Mayor Lisa Crate also recognized Riley Sherwood for her work on the “Project Fill the Classroom” initiative.