To ensure a shady canopy of trees for generations to come, the South Orange ordinance spells out how many trees need to be planted to replace healthy trees that are removed, based on the size of the tree removed.
Mayor Sheena Collum
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At a Halloween event the center’s doors were locked so no one could use restroom facilities. “It was a little embarrassing to have to explain that to people,” said the Founders Park Conservancy president. The Village said an agreement with the developers should come as soon as this week.
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Maplewood & South Orange Leaders Release Statement on Anniversary of October 7 Attack on Israel
From the South Orange Village Council and Maplewood Township Committee: Joint Statement on the…
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The Rising Influence of South Orange Mayor Sheena Collum in New Jersey State Politics
by Donny Levitby Donny LevitA self-described “policy wonk, political junkie, and perpetual diplomat,” Collum balances her continued work as a local leader with her new positions and increasing responsibilities throughout the state.
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Charter changes — finally approved by the state legislature — are now in effect in South Orange, altering the name of the township, elected officials and some staff, and allowing the town to move municipal elections from May to November, among other updates.