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Below is Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing:
QUOTE OF THE DAY: “While the governor enjoys his opulent furnishings, teachers are being fired, students are falling further behind, and property tax bills are rising. It may look good in his office, but it’s not a good look for Governor Murphy.” – Senator Durr
TOP STORY: Cirillo Says Voters Bewildered by Sires’ Politics
Governor Murphy designated September 23rd as ‘Bruce Springsteen Day’ in the state.
Governor Murphy announced new environmental justice rules t reduce pollution in vulnerable communities.
The NJDHS awarded contracts to offer recovery management check-in services for individuals with substance abuse disorders in all 21 counties.
The NJBPU announced the third year of the ‘Charge Up New Jersey’ program.
Contract issues have yet to be resolved at Rutgers, according to NJ Spotlight.
A survey finds a deluge of mental health issues among the state’s lawyers, according to NJ Monitor.
NJ Transit still has no customer advocate but change is in the works, according to NJ Herald.
South Jersey banks keep closing but new businesses are taking them over, according to Burlington County Times.
A new disease is killing beech trees in NJ and PA, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
A changing climate is contributing to longer wildfire seasons in the state, according to NJ Spotlight.
Atlantic County’s high-stakes legal battle over casino taxation continues, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
Bergen County is hosting a countywide open house for the senior nutrition program.
Monmouth County Clerk Hanlon, Sheriff Golden, and Clerk Raisch announced the return of the Mobile County Connection service.
Former Passaic County Sheriff Englehardt passed away, according to NorthJersey.com.
Senator Menendez and Rep. Pascrell heralded the launch of the National Firefighter Registry for Cancer.
Senator Menendez urged a fix to passport delays, according to the Bergen Record.
Rep. Sherrill announced the submission of 15 new community projects. Sherrill addressed the National Action Network 2023 Conference.
Rep. Menendez marked his first 100 days in office.
Rep. Kim introduced a resolution designating April as ‘Month of the Military Child’.
Rep. Watson Coleman reintroduced the ‘Filer Voter Act’ and ‘Employee Profit-Sharing Encouragement Act’.
ICYMI: Rutgers framework agreement announced; Rutgers’ union members went on strike holding protests; Murphy signed ‘Elections Transparency Act’; Trump indicted; Christie’s all-out assault on Trump; North Jersey Dems eyes fixed on key battlegrounds; Sherrill, Gottheimer more animated movements; unions warning about nurse shortage
Governor Murphy signed legislation requiring a survey to evaluate Holocaust and genocide curriculum in public schools.
Senate President Scutari commended the framework agreement between Rutgers University and labor unions.
Senator Durr blistered the Murphy Administration for spending ‘nearly a quarter-million dollars on antique rugs’ at the Governor’s Office while ‘simultaneously proposing to slash’ aid to municipalities and school districts.
ImpactNJ’s Michael Murphy is joining McCarter and English, according to ROI-NJ.
The NJBIA expressed disappointment with the adoption of the environmental justice rule.
The NJ Food Council will honor four industry leaders at their ‘Night of Distinction’, according to ROI-NJ.
Health professionals sent a letter to Governor Murphy urging the adoption of the Advanced Clean Cars II rules.
CAIR-NJ welcomed the DOC’s policy allowing religious head coverings for publicly posted photographs.
ICYMI: Murphy took action on bills; ‘ETA’ lightening rod of controversy; Ruiz, Sherrill joined forces for child care; Assembly passed ‘ETA’ over GOP objections, ELEC commissioners resigned
In West New York, mayoral candidate Commissioner Cirillo says voters are bewildered by the politics of former Rep. Sires in the mayoral collision, as Cirillo hones in on a ‘new direction’ and ‘new leadership’ campaign message. Cirillo and his slate released their quality of life priorities.
In Trenton, the city released a RFP for Clinton Court.
In Berkeley Heights, Councilwoman Kingsley presented a overview of the draft budget, according to TAPinto.
In Bernards Township, the Democratic candidates launched a ‘listening tour’, according to NJ Hills.
In Bernardsville, the Palmer Square plan advanced despite numerous concerns, according to NJ Hills.
In Bordentown, the EMS is being privatized, according to Burlington County Times.
In Bridgewater, residents spoke about concerns that the monument sign is contradictory to the town’s aesthetics, according to TAPinto. The affordable housing plan was revised, according to MyCentralJersey.
In Clinton, the purchase of a $1M fire truck was approved, according to NJ Hills.
In Denville, the average home will pay $30 more in municipal taxes this year, according to NJ Hills.
In Flemington, the council president is looking to facilitate a conversation between Weintraub and others, according to TAPinto.
In Hanover, a budget with a slight tax increase was introduced, according to NJ Hills.
In Jersey City, the council voted for a 6-month moratorium on cannabis dispensary applications, according to Hudson County View.
In Kearny, the town moved to acquire a church for a new public arts center, according to NJ.com.
In Long Hill, Scanlon will remain recreation director, according to NJ Hills.
In Madison, the council introduced solar energy ordinances, according to NJ Hills.
In Montclair, the community aired concerns over the Lackawanna Plaza redevelopment, according to TAPinto.
In Parsippany, the budget will be introduced today, according to TAPinto.
In Paterson chaos in the city could affect the mayor’s political future, according to Paterson Press.
In Perth Amboy, 73 acres of waterfront is being redeveloped, according to MyCentralJersey.
In Piscataway, the school district is being sued over the LGBTQIA+ curriculum, according to MyCentralJersey.
In Readington, the budget was introduced, according to NJ Hills.
In Spotswood, the town faces a lawsuit from its first female cop, according to MyCentralJersey.
In Warren, the BOE and teachers union counsel will collaborate on a dispute fact sheet, according to NJ Hills.
In Washington, the township is considering merging the planning and zoning boards into the Land Use Board, according to NJ Hills.
In Wayne, there’s politics surrounding the arboretum and first responders, according to TAPinto.
In Woodbridge, a plan was unveiled to bring more parking to Main Street, according to MyCentralJersey.
ICYMI: In Morristown, workers rallied against automation; in Manville, suspended police chief charged; in Howell, former police chief charged; in Newark, Kelly slapped with ELEC complaint; in Dover, Correa announced running mates as 4 Dems vie for mayor; in Dover, Correa won Dem support
AROUND THE WEB:
Cannabis panel reverses course, approves key licenses for Curaleaf
Sophie Nieto-Munoz, NJ Monitor
- Curaleaf can continue selling recreational cannabis at all of its New Jersey locations after the state’s cannabis regulators reversed a decision they made Thursday that would have sharply limited where the company can sell weed.
N.J.’s largest legal weed company may continue recreational sales after state makes abrupt reversal
Jelani Gibson, NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
- In a reversal as stunning as its first decision to deny the largest grower and seller of legal cannabis in New Jersey, the state today says Curaleaf may continue to sell recreational weed — but with conditions.
Clifton man charged with bias over feces smeared on Paterson school sign, state says
Philip DeVencentis, NorthJersey.com
- A Clifton man was charged Friday with fourth-degree bias intimidation for allegedly vandalizing a sign at a local school, authorities said. Mohamad Bekheet, 32, smeared suspected feces on the sign in front of Dr. Hani Awadallah School, a K-8 building on Marshall Street in Paterson, according to state Attorney General Matthew Platkin.
Murphy’s new labor talking points; 2025 race begins | Movers and Shakers
Charles Stile, NorthJersey.com
- The Rutgers University strike, which is near resolution after the two sides announced a framework to end the impasse, tested the depth of Gov. Phil Murphy’s pro-labor allegiance. But last week, Murphy moved on another, less-volatile labor front as he continues to test the waters for a 2024 presidential bid.
Looking for property tax bargains in N.J.? These 30 towns have the lowest tax rates.
Derek Hall, NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
- New Jersey’s average property tax bill hit a record $9,490 in 2022. The average bill provides a snapshot of what residents pay statewide, but it doesn’t give the clearest picture of the true burden to taxpayers. For that, you have to instead look at the equalized tax rate.
This action on climate cannot wait | Editorial
Star-Ledger Editorial Board
- Last month, a UN study reminded the world that we are entombed in a cosmic hothouse, and that the window is about to slam shut. The dire conclusion from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change: If we do not slash greenhouse gases 50% by 2030, it substantially raises the risk of a catastrophic rise in heat that threatens humanity itself.
Those weren’t really good old days, Councilman | Jersey Journal editorial
Jersey Journal Editorial
- Far be it from us to wag a finger at someone reminiscing about the good old days. But Jersey City Councilman Richard Boggiano, a retired police officer, should have known better than to wax nostalgic last week about having worked in a building with mold.
States are passing laws restricting LGBTQ+ rights. Where does NJ stand?
Sammy Gibbons, NorthJersey.com
- While states across the U.S. in recent months have introduced, and in some cases passed, legislation restricting LGBTQ+ peoples’ rights and censoring the discussion of LGBTQ+ subjects in grade schools, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has moved in the opposite direction, implementing several LGBTQ+ protections in recent years.
How a South Jersey prison plans to thwart inmates’ illegal cellphones
Jim Walsh, Cherry Hill Courier-Post
- A federal prison here is introducing a new tactic in its fight against smuggled cellphones. FCI Fort Dix has announced plans for a “contraband interdiction system” intended to identify and disable illegal phones at the lock-up for almost 3,900 low- and minimum-security inmates.
State should pony up more for University Hospital reconstruction, advocates say
Lilo H. Stainton, NJ Spotlight
- The only public hospital in the state, University Hospital has an ambitious draft plan for redeveloping its Newark campus, but funding for the $1.8 billion project remains a work in progress.
Your guide to North Jersey spring school board elections
Albina Sportelli, NorthJersey.com
- Of New Jersey’s almost 600 school districts, only 12 have elections in April, the rest have opted to hold theirs in November. This year, spring school elections will be held on April 25. The deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot is April 18 and sample ballots will be mailed out on April 19.
After he lost his life-saving dog, Berkeley rallies to get teen with autism a new one
Jerry Carino, Asbury Park Press
- In the summer of 2020, Jennifer and Glenn Lawrence were desperate to do something positive for their son Ryan. A teenager with profound autism, Ryan had been struggling amid the COVID lockdown, the closure of school and the disruption to his all-important routine.
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