Government
By MONMOUTH COUNTY GOVERNMENT
January 8, 2026
The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners has announced that the County and its regional partners have been awarded a Resilient NJ grant in the amount of $292,773.25 to support a regional climate resilience planning study for the Shark River Basin, a tidal estuary where freshwater streams ...
DENVILLE, NJ — Mayor Tom Andes outlined major accomplishments, ongoing challenges, and future priorities for Denville during his State of the Municipality address at the Township Council Re-organization Meeting on Jan. 6.Speaking to residents and council members, Andes emphasized the ...
Denville, NJ - Township officials gathered for Denville’s annual Reorganization Meeting on January 6th, where municipal leaders welcomed the new year, recognized community contributors, and swore in council members. The meeting was opened by Town Crier Doug Gabel, Scout Troop 17, who presented the ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - If your roof, air conditioner, or windows need work, Coral Springs may be able to help.The city is offering up to $65,000 in home repair assistance through its Owner-Occupied Home Repair Program, which is funded through a mix of federal and state housing dollars, not local ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Alvaro Medeiros and Susan Poage were sworn in Wednesday night to new three-year terms on the Berkeley Heights Township Council, marking the start of a new governing year highlighted by bipartisan cooperation, community-focused priorities and continuity in leadership.Medeiros ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Paramus Mayor Christopher DiPiazza and the Borough Council gathered for a Reorganization Meeting on Jan. 5.This was the fifth election in which Paramus voters dedicated their support, care and trust to the Mayor and Council.“Those votes are not just tally marks for us, but they are ...
TRENTON, NJ — After multiple E-Bike bills were volleyed around the New Jersey statehouse and legislative districts in 2025, New Jersey lawmakers are advancing legislation that would significantly change how electric bicycles are regulated in the state, including requiring many riders to obtain ...
RAMSEY, NJ — Public school districts across New Jersey will have to come up with a plan to ban student cell phone use for the entire school day by the start of the 2026-2027 school year under a new law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy on Thursday.“With today’s bill signing, we are ensuring New Jersey ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — As 2025 came to a close, Mayor Al Morgan used his annual message to highlight a year of resilience, public service and progress in New Providence, citing major infrastructure projects, public safety enhancements and nearly half a million dollars in grant funding secured for the ...
NEW BRUNSWICK - Manuel Castañeda, a champion of health care in the city by day, a salsa singer by night and a father and husband all the time, has added a new title to his resume.Castañeda was tapped Wednesday night to fill the City Council president’s seat left vacant when John Anderson stepped ...
RANDOLPH, NJ - The Randolph Township Council held a Reorganization meeting on Tuesday, January 6.The meeting began with the nominations of Mark H. Forstenhausler and Lou Nisivoccia to serve as the 2026 Randolph Mayor and Deputy Mayor, respectively.Both nominations were accepted unanimously by the ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - Josh Reinitz and Joseph Baldofsky took the oath of office on January 6, 2025, to serve on the Council for four years during the borough's reorganization meeting. Deputy Mayor Josh ReinitzAssemblywoman and former Fair Lawn Mayor Lisa Swain was the first to sing the praises of ...
SPRING LAKE, NJ — Spring Lake officials formally launched the 2026 governing year this week during the Borough Council’s annual reorganization meeting, marking the start of a new term with remarks from elected leaders, the reappointment of Council President Brendan Judge, and reflections on the ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - The Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce and the City of Elizabeth is set to host its 2026 State of the City Address on Friday. Featuring Mayor J. Christian Bollwage, the annual event will take place at the Hilton Newark Airport, bringing together business leaders, elected ...
CHATHAM, NJ – Chatham Borough Mayor Carolyn Dempsey made her annual address at the Borough's 2026 reorganization meeting on Monday night.Dempsey covered a wide range of topics, such as affordable housing, law enforcement, the country's 250th anniversary of its founding, work on the master plan, and ...
CALDWELL, NJ – Barbara Buechner was sworn in as the new council president at the Caldwell Borough Council’s annual reorganization meeting on Tuesday. Incumbent council members Kris Brown and outgoing council president Darren Daniolowicz took the oath of office as they began a new term after winning ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS — From major infrastructure investments to grant-funded revitalization projects, Mayor Angie Devaney said Berkeley Heights is building momentum while keeping its focus on smart growth, fiscal responsibility and community well-being in her 2026 Township Address at Wednesday's ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - If your roof, air conditioner, or windows need work, Coral Springs may be able to help.The city is offering up to $65,000 in home repair assistance through its Owner-Occupied Home Repair Program, which is funded through a mix of federal and state housing dollars, not local ...
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Department of Public Works (DPW) continues the process of removing discarded Christmas trees and will do so until the end of the month of January.The Clark DPW stated, “Place natural (real) Christmas trees only at the curb beginning early January. Final pick-ups will be ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see an important message that was recently posted to the Borough of Kenilworth's social media page. As a reminder from Kenilworth DPW, all lights, ornaments, tinsel, garland, tree bags, and other decorations must be completely removed from Christmas trees before placing them ...
TRENTON, NJ – As New Jersey enters 2026, residents who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are navigating a period of significant transition shaped by federal policy changes, expanded work requirements, and lingering uncertainty following late-2025 disruptions to the ...
TRENTON, NJ — After multiple E-Bike bills were volleyed around the New Jersey statehouse and legislative districts in 2025, New Jersey lawmakers are advancing legislation that would significantly change how electric bicycles are regulated in the state, including requiring many riders to obtain ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – The Barnegat Township Committee rang in the new year by selecting a familiar face to lead the governing body and welcoming a newcomer to the second-highest post. During the annual reorganization meeting held on January 1, 2026, Pasquale “Pat” Pipi was sworn in as Mayor, while newly ...
TRENTON — New Jersey took a significant step toward permanently embedding innovation into state government recently as Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation establishing the New Jersey Innovation Authority, a move officials say will strengthen how residents and businesses interact with state ...
RARITAN, NJ - Councilman Don Tozzi was chosen as mayor of Raritan Borough to serve after former Mayor Nicolas Carra resigned from his post at the end of 2025.The vote was held at the annual reorganization meeting Jan. 6 in the new borough hall, on West Somerset Street.After Carra resigned halfway ...
CLINTON TOWN, NJ - Clinton Town held its annual reorganization meeting on January 5, 2026, marking the start of the new municipal year and the swearing-in of returning members of the Town Council.Councilman Ross Traphagen was sworn in for his third three-year term on Clinton Town Council. The oath ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners organized for 2026 during its annual Organization meeting held Jan. 6 at Biotechnology High School, electing Commissioner Thomas A. Arnone to serve as Director and Commissioner Dominick “Nick” DiRocco to serve as Deputy Director. The ...
MILLBURN, NJ – The Millburn Township Committee passed a resolution establishing a temporary budget at its Jan. 6 meeting.According to the Local Budget Law, when any contracts, commitments or payments are to be made prior to the adoption of the budget, temporary appropriations shall be made on or ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Mayor-elect James Solomon has announced the formation of his Transition Policy Committee that he says will translate his campaign's vision into concrete action for Jersey City residents."Jersey City voted for change, and we're not waiting until inauguration day to get to work," ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — Hoboken has established a Guaranteed Basic Income (GBI) Task Force to develop a pilot program aimed at improving the financial stability of low-income residents.Created through an executive order signed by Mayor Ravi Bhalla, the task force will design the framework for the pilot, ...