- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 4/16/24
- 04/16/2024
- 86 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent session, Old Bridge School Board has voted to proceed with a lawsuit against social media companies, citing the impact of social media on students, especially concerning bullying and threats. This decision was reached after extensive debate among board members on whether to initiate legal action immediately or to seek additional information. Despite a motion to postpone the vote, the board chose to go ahead with the offer from the law firm prepared to represent them in the potential lawsuit. This action underscores a growing concern over the influence of social media on student well-being and its implications for the school environment.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 4/10/24
- 04/11/2024
- 96 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Old Bridge Library Board of Trustees meeting, the most pressing topic revolved around the implementation of a keyless entry system, which includes panic buttons and the ability to lock down doors in case of threats. This security enhancement proposal, quoted at $45,667 for eight doors, sparked a debate among the trustees. While some members questioned the necessity and scope of the system, others underscored the importance of proactively safeguarding the library’s employees and patrons.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 4/9/24
- 04/09/2024
- 145 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent assembly, the Old Bridge Township Council adopted the 2024 budget after discussions on various financial aspects, including capital improvements, municipal debt, and operational expenses. The council also addressed public safety concerns, the impact of redevelopment on tax revenue, and infrastructure maintenance.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 4/8/24
- 04/08/2024
- 129 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Old Bridge Township Zoning Board examined a notable application involving a proposed home-based landscaping business requesting multiple variances. The applicant, represented by Michael L. Collins, was seeking approval for a D1 bifurcated use variance to operate the landscaping business on a residential property located within the R20 Zone. This proposal became a focal point of the meeting, as it raised questions regarding the impact on the neighborhood’s residential character, traffic patterns, and the environmental implications, such as water runoff and stormwater management.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 3/26/24
- 03/26/2024
- 72 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Old Bridge Township Council meeting unveiled community concerns, most notably the maintenance dispute over Joy Lane, the proposed amendments to the Oaks General Development Plan, and the presentation of a proclamation declaring March as COVID-19 Awareness Month.