South River Council Tackles School Bus Parking Issue

Overview: The South River Borough Council addressed a range of community and administrative issues during its latest session, with the introduction of a parking ordinance amendment for school buses in residential areas taking center stage. The council also introduced the municipal budget for the fiscal year 2024, and discussed various community events, departmental updates, and public concerns, including an increase in water rates balanced by a decrease in electric rates, and the progress of local infrastructure projects.

South River Borough Tackles Parking Woes and Budget Plans

Overview: The South River Borough Council meeting addressed community concerns including parking regulation confusion, catalytic converter thefts, and the introduction of the 2024 municipal budget. The council discussed a range of issues from operational budgets to appointments, with a focus on enhancing community welfare and infrastructure.

South River School Board Advances Education with New Initiatives

Overview: The latest South River School Board meeting, held on February 29th, 2024, brought to light several key developments geared towards enhancing educational experiences and facilities within the district. Among these, the superintendent’s report on the school’s designation as a New Jersey School of Character and the introduction of the new elementary school principal were notable, alongside substantive discussions on expanding academic opportunities with new courses and a focus on early literacy.

South River Approves Utility Rate Changes, Discusses Infrastructure

Overview: The South River Borough Council recently convened to deliberate on a series of ordinances and resolutions addressing utility rates, infrastructure projects, and community safety concerns. At the forefront of the discussions was the approval of an ordinance to decrease electric rates by approximately 5% and increase water rates by 10%. This move aimed at balancing the financial requirements for maintaining and improving the borough’s utility infrastructure was complemented by the introduction of a $950,000 bond ordinance intended to support the water line replacement program.

Middlesex County Board of Commissioners Tackles Traffic Safety, Warehouse Concerns, and Public Transportation

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Middlesex County Board of Commissioners addressed significant safety and development issues, including measures to prevent fatal vehicular crashes, the controversy over a proposed warehouse in Piscataway, and the future of public transportation within the county. The meeting commenced with a moment of silence for military and first responders, followed by unanimous approvals for various initiatives and the introduction of two bond ordinances aimed at capital improvements.