Tag: council
Red Bank Council Stays Neutral on Israel-Hamas Conflict
Although 5,700 miles away, nearly an hour of the Feb. 22 Red Bank Borough Council meeting centered around the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. A fierce debate ensued between two factions over a rumored council resolution calling for a ceasefire in the conflict.
Council Seat Reaffirmed in Atlantic Highlands, Mayor Challenge Moving Forward
In a key development in the lawsuit challenging the results of November’s borough elections, the complaint against newly elected council member Alyson Forbes was struck down. Forbes will remain in her seat.
Red Bank Council Politely Declines Gaza Ceasefire Resolution
Even though Red Bank is more than 5,600 miles from the Middle East, the ongoing war in Gaza managed to consume part of the borough’s Jan. 25 council meeting.
Sea Bright Ushers in a New Year
Although it was a gloomy day at the shore, there was a friendly atmosphere at Sea Bright Borough’s reorganization meeting Jan. 6.
Red Bank Rolls Into 2024 With Much Optimism
The borough council unwrapped its outlook for 2024 and reflected on the last six months as it transitioned into a new form of government.
Red Bank Gets New Borough Manager
The borough will be ushering in 2024 with a new borough manager. Jim Gant was unanimously voted into the role at a special council meeting Friday, Nov. 17.
Fair Haven Waterfront Park Project Deal Nears
Putting deliberation to rest, the borough council voted to authorize the acquisition of 21 Fair Haven Road, a vacant waterfront lot abutting the municipal dock.
Election Coverage: Uncontested Races
In the run-up to the general election Nov. 7, The Two River Times reached out to candidates in our coverage area to get their perspective on effective governance and the impact voting can have on a community.
Monmouth Politics: Meet The Candidates
In the final week covering municipal elections, we asked the candidates in Sea Bright and Holmdel the following question...
Red Bank PBA Votes ‘No Confidence’ in Chief McConnell
Accusations of unethical conduct by the leader of the Red Bank Police Department were made public at the Aug. 10 council meeting.
