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Cumberland County public meetings in 2022

43 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 21, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of Health

Cumberland County Board of Health to vote on 10 resolutions including grants, vehicle purchase, and 2023 meeting dates

The Cumberland County Board of Health will meet on December 21, 2022, to consider 10 resolutions, including a special child grant amendment, newspaper contracts for 2023, approval of 2023 meeting dates, a private well grant, a transfer of funds, training for NJACCHO, professional services for a medical director and the board, a part-time personnel technician, and a vehicle purchase. The board will also approve minutes from November 16, 2022, and review the November expense report.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health approves $28,812 vehicle purchase and various grants

The Board approved the purchase of a 2023 Ford Escape and accepted several state grants for child health and private well outreach. It also authorized professional service contracts for 2023 and established the upcoming year's meeting schedule.

Tue Dec 20, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

Cumberland County Commissioners review multiple resolutions for grants and contracts

The Board of County Commissioners is considering various resolutions including grant agreements, service contracts, and equipment purchases. Items range from public safety technology to social services and infrastructure projects.

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✓ Decided: Cumberland County approves $550,000 property purchase in Bridgeton

The Board authorized the acquisition of 14-16 East Commerce Street for $550,000 to house the Child Advocacy Center and the Office on Aging and Disabled. The Board also approved numerous service contracts, grant applications, and shared service agreements for homeless shelters and school trauma protocols.

Wed Dec 14, 2022 · 12:30 PM

Economic Development Board

Joint boards to hear presentations on ag trends, cannabis, and NJEDA programs

The Cumberland County Economic Development Board and Agriculture Development Board are meeting jointly to receive updates on agricultural development trends, cannabis in the county, NJEDA small business programs, and county projects. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and commissioner comments.

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✓ Decided: Economic Development Board approves August meeting minutes

The board held a joint meeting with the Agricultural Development Board to review farmland preservation, cannabis licensing, and small business assistance. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on; the board approved the minutes from the August meeting.

Tue Nov 22, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

Board to vote on $3.2M prescription drug contract, COVID jail grant

The Board of County Commissioners will consider 39 resolutions, including a $3.2 million employee prescription drug program contract, a $128,484 COVID-19 mitigation grant for the county jail, and multiple contract renewals for services like vehicle repair, occupational health, and youth programs. A presentation on county domain migration is also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board ratifies 7-year contract with Sheriff's Line Officers PBA Local #299

The Board approved a collective negotiations agreement for Sheriff's Line Officers effective through 2026 and created a Director of the Department of Corrections position. Other actions included approving a 2% COLA raise for unaffiliated employees and awarding several professional service and equipment contracts.

Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of Health

Board to vote on Rutgers contract, lead grant, and 2021 audit

The Cumberland County Board of Health will vote on four resolutions, including a contract with Rutgers OFRT, a childhood mini-grant for lead, acceptance of the 2021 audit, and a fund transfer. The board will also approve October expenses and hear public comments.

Tue Nov 15, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Work Session

Board to discuss collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and personnel in closed session

The Cumberland County Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to review agenda items for the November 22 meeting. The board will also vote on a resolution to enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining agreements, real property acquisition, litigation, and employment matters.

✓ Decided: Commissioners review agenda items and hold executive session

The Board conducted a work session to review resolutions for the November 22, 2022 meeting. No substantive votes were taken on the resolutions discussed. The Board unanimously approved entering an executive session to discuss litigation, collective bargaining, and employment matters.

Tue Oct 25, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

Cumberland County Commissioners consider construction contracts and various service renewals

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple resolutions including large-scale construction awards for the Rowan Medicine Building. Other items include budget amendments, contract renewals for county services, and emergency declarations regarding infrastructure.

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✓ Decided: Board creates 4-H and Agriculture Division under Planning Department

The Board approved the creation of a new 4-H and Agriculture Division within the Department of Planning, Tourism and Community Affairs. Other major actions included opposing the removal of buoys in the Maurice River and awarding several multi-million dollar construction and road contracts.

Wed Oct 19, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of Health

Board reviews September minutes, expense report, and welcomes new member

This is a routine procedural meeting. The board will approve September meeting minutes and expense reports, pay bills, and welcome new board member Sabrina Simpkins. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings on specific matters are listed.

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Work Session

County opposes elimination of school youth services program

The Board is considering two resolutions: one opposing the state's proposed elimination of the School Based Youth Services Program, and another modifying a contract with CompleteCare Health Network for COVID-19 testing at the county jail. A third resolution would authorize a closed executive session. The board is also reviewing agenda items for the next meeting.

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Tue Sep 27, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

Cumberland County Board considers various contracts and budget amendments

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple resolutions involving equipment purchases, grant applications, and budget adjustments. Items include infrastructure projects, public safety equipment, and various departmental funding updates.

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Wed Sep 21, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of Health

Board of Health to consider resolution for Overdose Fatality Review Teams Grant

The Cumberland County Board of Health is meeting to review August expense reports and approve meeting minutes. The board will also consider the adoption of a resolution regarding an Overdose Fatality Review Teams Grant.

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Tue Sep 20, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Work Session

Cumberland County considers shared sexual assault response and hospital fee services

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing resolutions regarding specialized consulting and inter-county service agreements. These items include a shared service with Salem County for a combined Sexual Assault Response Team and competitive contracting for hospital fee program development.

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Tue Aug 23, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

Cumberland County Commissioners discuss bond ordinance and various service contracts

The Board of County Commissioners is considering a $1,000,000 bond ordinance for the Rowan College of South Jersey building project. The agenda also includes several resolutions regarding medical services, public works materials, and social service funding.

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Wed Aug 17, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of Health

Cumberland County Board of Health to vote on resolutions including solid waste fees

The Board of Health is meeting to approve July expense reports and meeting minutes. The body will consider the adoption of four resolutions regarding records, grants, fees, and office space.

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Tue Aug 16, 2022 · 05:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Work Session

Board considers project management for Rowan College health building

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss capital project management for a new building at Rowan College of South Jersey-Vineland. The session includes resolutions regarding grant funds and an executive session to discuss litigation and employment matters.

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Wed Aug 10, 2022 · 05:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Special Board Meeting

Board considers reappropriating $1 million for Rowan College building project

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss the first reading of a bond ordinance. This ordinance proposes moving funds to support a building project at the Rowan College of South Jersey Cumberland County campus.

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Tue Aug 9, 2022 · 12:30 PM

Economic Development Board

Economic Development Board meeting on August 9, 2022

The Economic Development Board will hear presentations regarding the Chamber of Commerce of SJ and workforce development. The agenda also includes updates on county projects and comments from commissioners.

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Wed Aug 3, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of Health

Cumberland County Board of Health holds special meeting

The agenda for this special meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific action items or discussion topics are listed.

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Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

Cumberland County Board discusses bond ordinance and various service contracts

The Board of County Commissioners is considering a $1,000,000 bond ordinance for Rowan College of South Jersey building projects. The meeting also includes several resolutions regarding budget amendments, contract renewals, and legal expense increases.

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Wed Jul 20, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of Health

Cumberland County Board of Health meeting on July 20, 2022

The Board of Health will review the June expense report and approve bill payments. The agenda includes the adoption of three resolutions regarding a grant, surplus auction, and medical director.

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Tue Jul 19, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Work Session

County proposes $20,400 contract for Correctional Police Warden search

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a contract for executive search services to fill the County Correctional Police Warden position. The meeting also includes a presentation on jail options from Gerard Velazquez of CCIA.

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Tue Jun 28, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

Board considers $1 million bond for Rowan College of South Jersey building project

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss a bond ordinance for a college building project and various county contracts. The session includes scholarship presentations and the review of several grant applications and budget amendments.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Work Session

Cumberland County Commissioners hold work session on June 21, 2022

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a work session to review agenda items for the June 28, 2022 meeting. The agenda consists primarily of procedural boilerplate and a request for an executive session.

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Wed Jun 15, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of Health

Cumberland County Board of Health meeting on June 15, 2022

The Board of Health will review the May expense report and approve bill payments. The agenda includes the adoption of two resolutions regarding childhood lead and a LINCS grant amendment. Members will also discuss the replacement of a vehicle.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022 · 12:30 PM

Economic Development Board

Economic Development Board meeting on June 14, 2022

The board will hear presentations regarding the Chamber of Commerce of SJ, local business updates from Danone, and development trends in Western Cumberland. The agenda also includes workforce and private investment updates.

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Tue May 24, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

Cumberland County Board considers 2022 budget and various capital improvement ordinances

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing the 2022 county budget, which includes a resolution to raise $103,700,000 through taxation. Additionally, the board will consider several bond ordinances for capital improvements, college renovations, and police barracks security.

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Wed May 18, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of Health

Cumberland County Board of Health meeting on May 18, 2022

The Board of Health will review the April expense report and approve payments for bills. The agenda includes the adoption of four resolutions regarding various grants and training. Members will also discuss Covid-19 updates and daily working hours.

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Tue May 17, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Work Session

Cumberland County Commissioners hold work session and executive session

The Board of County Commissioners held a work session to review agenda items for the upcoming May 24 meeting. The board also scheduled an executive session to discuss specific confidential matters.

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Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

Cumberland County introduces 2022 budget and several capital bond ordinances

The Board of County Commissioners is introducing the calendar year 2022 county budget, which includes a $103,700,000.00 tax levy. The board is also considering multiple bond ordinances for capital improvements, college renovations, and police barracks security. A public hearing for these items is scheduled for May 24, 2022.

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Wed Apr 20, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of Health

Board of Health discusses the proposed 2022 budget

The Board of Health will review the March expense report and the proposed 2022 budget. Public comments regarding the proposed budget are invited during the meeting.

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Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Work Session

Commissioners consider grant for Child Advocacy Center treatment services

The Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to apply for and accept funding for the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office. This grant would support treatment services, programs, and technology for the Child Advocacy Center.

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Tue Apr 12, 2022 · 12:30 PM

Economic Development Board

Economic Development Board reviews business expansions and COVID recovery grants

The board is discussing new business and expansion projects involving Rovagnati North America LLC and MamaCita Inc. Members will also receive updates on COVID recovery small business grants and landlord assistance. The meeting includes reports on countywide projects and NJEDA financial assistance programs.

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Tue Mar 22, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

County considers $14.25 million bond guarantee for facilities acquisition

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on bond ordinances for facilities and college funding. The agenda includes a presentation on a master plan for fairgrounds, recreation, and tourism, as well as several contract awards for vehicles and software.

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Tue Mar 15, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Work Session

Cumberland County considers project management contract and interim appointments

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a shared services agreement for project management and strategic planning. The board is also considering the appointment of an interim Clerk to the Board and an interim County Administrator.

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Tue Mar 1, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Special Board Meeting

Commissioners hold special meeting for executive session

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to enter an executive session closed to the public. The session was convened to discuss specific confidential matters.

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Tue Feb 22, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

Commissioners consider bond ordinances and various county resolutions

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several ordinances related to bond guarantees and college debt. The meeting also includes multiple resolutions regarding emergency budget appropriations, contract renewals, and grant applications.

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Wed Feb 16, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of Health

Board of Health introduces the 2022 budget and considers several resolutions

The Board of Health will review the January expense report and payment of bills. The meeting includes the introduction of the 2022 Board of Health Budget and the adoption of five specific resolutions.

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Tue Feb 15, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Work Session

Cumberland County Board considers legal contracts and executive session

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing agenda items for the February 22, 2022 meeting. The session includes a resolution to hold an executive session closed to the public and a resolution regarding legal services.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Special Board Meeting

Board of County Commissioners schedules special meeting for executive session

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to authorize an executive session closed to the public. The session was called to discuss specific confidential matters as permitted by state law.

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Wed Jan 26, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Board of Health

Cumberland County Board of Health meeting on January 26, 2022

The Board will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the year 2022. The agenda includes reviewing December expenses and adopting several resolutions.

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Tue Jan 25, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Regular Board Meeting

Cumberland County Commissioners approve emergency budget and board appointments

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to establish 2022 committee assignments and liaison roles. The body is also deciding on several county contracts and emergency budget appropriations.

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Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Work Session

Cumberland County Commissioners hold work session on January 18, 2022

The Board of County Commissioners met for a work session to review agenda items for the January 25, 2022 meeting. The agenda consists primarily of procedural boilerplate and a request for an executive session.

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Wed Jan 5, 2022 · 06:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners - Reorganization Meeting

Cumberland County adopts $74.7 million temporary budget for 2022

The Board of County Commissioners held a reorganization meeting to swear in new members and elect leadership. The board is deciding on the adoption of a temporary budget to cover the first three months of the year.

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