New Brunswick Council Focuses on Major Water Treatment Plant Expansion

Overview: In a recent New Brunswick City Council meeting, attention was given to the city’s water treatment plant expansion and the rejection of current bids due to excessive costs. The lowest bid received was nearly 50% higher than expected, prompting a strategic re-evaluation of the project’s approach. The council plans to divide the work into smaller segments in hopes of attracting more competitive bids. The expansion aims to double the capacity of the membrane cells at the facility, transitioning from low pressure to high-pressure membranes.

New Brunswick Parking Authority to Implement High-Tech Parking Systems and Plans for Electric Charging Stations

Overview: In a recent meeting, the New Brunswick Parking Authority discussed the implementation of advanced parking systems at the New Brunswick Performing Arts and Wellness Garages and proposed the addition of electric charging stations in all garages. The completion of repairs at the New Street Garage was also noted. Discussions about the downtown parking situation in light of Nokia Bell Labs’ relocation and the retirement of Anthony Caputo from the board were other points in the meeting.

New Brunswick School Board Progresses with Health, Facilities, and Special Education Initiatives

Overview: During a recent New Brunswick School Board meeting, the Board Superintendent, Dr. Aubrey A. Johnson, reported on various school statistics and highlighted the district’s partnership with local organizations for vaccine administration. Edward Spencer’s facilities committee report emphasized the high school gym addition and media center renovations, while Ivan Adorno’s athletic committee report marked the winter sports season’s commencement. Dr. Dale Caldwell, from the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey, spotlighted the commission’s successful aid to students with special needs.

Middlesex County Improvement Authority Board Discusses Progress on Major Projects

Overview: The Middlesex County Improvement Authority Board recently held a meeting where updates were provided regarding multiple key county projects.

Middlesex County Joint Insurance Fund Anticipates Positive Cash Position by Year-End

Overview: The most recent meeting of the Middlesex County Joint Insurance Fund (JIF) revealed the expectation of a positive cash position by the end of the year. The financial update came from Joe Pruiti, Fund Treasurer, who also mentioned an incoming check of around $66,000 from one of the member towns. This, in addition to the current financial trajectory, is seen as a potential benefit to the Fund’s financial position.