At this time, South Orange’s obligation is 163 affordable units and Maplewood’s is 216. Final numbers and adoption will come in June.
Sheena Collum
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CommunityMaplewoodSouth Orange
South Orange-Maplewood Celebrate MLK Day With Messages of Love—And Defiance
“You can still unleash through your love, a force greater than yourself, a force to rock the foundations of the world,” said Dr. Saladin Ambar at the annual MLK Day observance hosted by the Coalition on Race. “That’s what happens when we unleash the power of unbridled love. Stand tall. Your country needs you. “
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The Port Authority is providing a list of alternative options, sharing updates via its website, and hosting a virtual info session on January 21.
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GovernmentParks & RecreationSouth Orange
South Orange Council Approves Emergency Appropriation for Baird Repairs
Meanwhile, additional work will be needed to repair water damage from a burst sprinkler, according to Deputy Village Administrator Peter Travers, who reported, “The Village is working with insurance to obtain the necessary estimates to proceed with the remaining work needed.”
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Breaking NewsSouth Orange
Baird Center Reopens Dec. 27 After Closure Due to Burst Pipe, Mayor Addresses Issues
On Monday, December 23, South Orange Village announced that the Baird Center at 5…
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GovernmentPolice and FireSouth Orange
2nd Street Residents Want Blinking Stop Sign for Accident Prone Intersection
A South Orange resident says there have been 10-12 accidents in the intersection of 2nd & Academy streets in the last 14 months because stop signs are difficult to see at night.
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CommunityMaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth OrangeSports
A Day to Remember: Ultimate Founder’s Day Brought Community Together at Underhill Nov. 30
The day of competition was also a celebration of legacy, as Joe Barbanel (Class of 1972) and Sydney Mannion (2022) shared reflections on the development of the game here in Maplewood, and what it now means to them, creating a bridge between generations of CHS Ultimate players.
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“I’m excited! It’s game time!” said Mayor Sheena Collum, saying the move will promote voter engagement and turnout, save money, and pave the way for more ballot reform.
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ElectionMaplewoodPoliticsSouth Orange
A SOMA House Divided — Mayors Endorse Different Candidates in NJ Gov Democratic Primary
South Orange Mayor Sheena Collum was an early endorser of Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop, while Maplewood Mayor Nancy Adams has endorsed U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11).
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ElectionGovernmentSouth Orange
South Orange Mayor Talks Strategy & Advocacy Regarding Trump’s 2nd Term
Mayor Sheena Collum said leaders needed to monitor and respond to actions taken on SALT deductions, the Gateway Tunnel project, low-income housing tax credits, mass deportations and more.