Middlesex School Board Faces Backlash Over Principal’s Transfer Decision

Overview: The recent Middlesex School Board meeting was marked by public comments regarding the board’s decision to transfer Hazelwood School Principal Richard Jilia. The board also discussed new hires, upcoming events, and policy adoptions.

Middlesex Borough Council Addresses Rezoning and Public Safety Concerns

Overview: The Middlesex Borough Council meeting addressed community concerns, including a hotly debated rezoning ordinance, public safety issues arising from traffic and parking, and developments in local projects and events. Residents voiced their apprehensions about the implications of rezoning a specific block, which could potentially affect traffic and safety due to proposed construction in the area. The council acknowledged these concerns, promising to prioritize safety in their decision-making process.

Middlesex School Board Addresses Community Demographic Shifts

Overview: The Middlesex School Board meeting centered on a demographic study revealing stability in the student population over the next decade, despite shifts in community demographics, including an increase in median income and age, and changes in racial composition. The study, presented by Dr. Haber, used cohort survival methodology to predict student population trends and assess the potential impact on district resources and planning.

Middlesex Council Addresses Tree Ordinance Amidst Robust Discussions

Overview: The Middlesex Borough Council meeting was a forum for discussions, with topics ranging from the revision of a tree ordinance to concerns over honoring a former mayor with a criminal conviction. The proposed changes to the tree ordinance, which included specifications for measurements and replacement requirements, emerged as a significant agenda item, sparking debate among the council and community members.

Middlesex Honors Edward J. Johnson Jr. as Community Pillar

Overview: At the recent Middlesex Borough Council meeting, Edward J. Johnson Jr. was appointed as a pillar of Middlesex for his outstanding community service, which included a tenure on the library Board of Trustees, volunteering contributions, and pro bono legal work. His appointment was a focal point of the session, where council members and the mayor acknowledged his dedication. Johnson, reflecting on the values of his generation, called for unity and mutual support within the community.