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6:58

The cost of healthcare for local communities

Mayor Brad Cohen of East Brunswick Township discusses the increasing cost of healthcare and how it can impact local budgets. As a physician, he also offers insight into the challenges the state and local communities are facing attracting and retaining new doctors and what can be done legislatively to address the issue. The segment was recorded on location at the annual New Jersey League of Municipalities conference in Atlantic City on November 16, 2022.

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7:49

Flood mitigation efforts in local communities

Mayor Ray Heck of Millstone Borough discusses the challenges storms present to his historic community and the steps taken to remediate flooding. The Mayor also discusses homeland security at a local level as well as the impact of the national opioid settlement on local communities. The segment was recorded on location at the annual New Jersey League of Municipalities conference in Atlantic City on November 16, 2022.

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7:28

An update on Atlantic City

Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. discusses economic development in the city, including a new water park, flood mitigation efforts, youth recreation, and the city’s improved bond rating. This segment was recorded on location at the annual New Jersey League of Municipalities Conference in Atlantic City on November 15th.

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8:37

Flood Mitigation Efforts

Mayor Tony Perry of Middletown Township discusses the 10th anniversary of Superstorm Sandy and the steps taken to better control flooding in the intervening years, including the Port Monmouth Flood Control Project. The mayor also discusses the challenges local communities have faced due to increased car thefts. This segment was recorded on location at the annual New Jersey League of Municipalities Conference in Atlantic City on November 15th.

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7:14

Property tax relief in New Jersey

New Jersey State Assembly Minority Leader John DiMaio discusses the ANCHOR Program and the additional steps he believes are needed to provide additional tax relief for New Jersey residents. This segment was recorded on location at the annual New Jersey League of Municipalities Conference in Atlantic City on November 15th.

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6:59

Quality of life initiatives in Camden

Mayor Victor Carstarphen of the City of Camden discusses quality of life improvement initiatives including a citywide clean up campaign, the implementation of community policing and infrastructure upgrades. This segment was recorded on location at the annual New Jersey League of Municipalities Conference in Atlantic City on November 15th.

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5:33

New Jersey League of Municipalities Conference

Mayors from across the state gathered for the 107th annual Annual New Jersey League of Municipalities Conference in Atlantic City. The organization’s Executive Director, Mike Cerra, discusses how topics covered at the event impact the majority of municipalities, regardless of their size or demographics, and how the League helps Mayors to speak with a collective voice in Trenton. This segment was recorded on location at the annual New Jersey League of Municipalities Conference in Atlantic City on November 15th.

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5:18

Improving Local Infrastructure

Mayor Janice Kovach of the Town of Clinton, discusses how grants will help to improve the local water system and upgrade police facilities. This segment was recorded on location at the annual New Jersey League of Municipalities Conference in Atlantic City on November 15th.

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4:53

Thirty Three Percent Of Waterbury CT Is Considered A Food Desert

When food is either too far away or too expensive to purchase people become food insecure. Brass City Harvest's Michele Morcey and Shawn Joseph discuss helping neighbors get better access to fresh fruits and veggies while giving farmers an economic boost.

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5:30

"There's Just Less Opportunity Out In The Western Part Of The State"

"We found that one of the fastest ways out of poverty is that CDL license. The wages that come with a CDL are extraordinary. We see folks going from minimum wage to $32 an hour after a 12-week certificate program." VOC's Stephen Huntley describes economic challenges in Western MA.

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6:52

Today's Challenge Staffing Direct Support Professionals

"We used to be able to pay a little bit more than, say, fast food or maybe retail, but now we can't keep pace with the rates of pay that those types of organizations are paying." CCARC's Linda Iovanna explains challenges attracting and retaining staff.

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6:53

Reducing Gang Violence Through Prevention And Intervention

Connecticut Violence Intervention Program Executive Director, Leonard Jahad, discusses programs that work to reduce community violence and keep at risk youth out of the criminal justice system, or prevent youth from being repeat offenders.

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6:39

Why The Housing First Approach Works For People In Crisis

"We have a rising number of unsheltered homelessness. People who are experiencing homelessness, sleeping on the streets, in cars, that is something that's gaining a lot of attention in our state and nationwide." WMNEH's Pamela Schwartz explains.

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5:56

Disparities In Traffic Stops Between Black and Brown Drivers vs. White Driv...

"We have the traffic stop data, monthly traffic stop data showing how many people are pulled over, what's the race/ethnicity of the drivers, what's the disposition, and also what's the infraction." CT Data's Michelle Riordan-Nold talks data accessibility.

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3:39

Comcast Rise Women in Business

Comcast recently sponsored a Women in Business panel to discuss the impact of Comcast's Rise program on the small business community. These grants help small businesses and ensure they have access to resources to help them grow.

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6:06

Purses Full of Love and Inspiration

Founded in 2021, each Love Purse contains toiletries and a note of inspiration for women who find themselves in shelters due to homelessness or have fled their homes due to danger. Each purse is filled with love and inspiration.

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