Tag: Burlington County Board of Chosen Freeholders
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County sets up food drive to help aid federal employees in wake of shutdown
In a consolidated effort to support those impacted by the government shutdown, Burlington County Freeholder Director Tom Pullion announced on Jan. 24 that the county is sponsoring a food drive for local pantries. The food drive will run until Feb. 1. The government shutdown came to a close on Jan. 25. “I am asking County…
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County waives fees on services for federal employees affected by shutdown
In response to the government shutdown that had touched federal employees, Burlington County Freeholder Director Tom Pullion announced recently that all fees for services provided by the County Clerk’s Office and animal adoptions at the County Animal Shelter will be waived for furloughed federal government workers. “Here in Burlington County, we want to do what…
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County offers lead screenings for youths
In an effort to address the low rates of childhood lead screenings, the Burlington County Health Department and Virtua Community Nursing Services will be conduct lead screening for youths in January. During each week during this month, children between the ages of 13 months to less than 72 months are welcomed for lead screenings at…
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Youngkin resigns as freeholder
Burlington County Freeholder Director Tom Pullion announced on Jan. 2 that George Youngkin has submitted a letter of resignation and is anticipated to resign from his position on the freeholder board, effective immediately. “I have received and accepted George Youngkin’s letter of resignation and he will no longer be serving on the Board of Chosen…
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Burlington County officials plan to aid first responders with digital mapping service
Burlington County officials plan to enhance first responders effectiveness in critical emergencies. Freeholder Director Kate Gibbs announced on Nov. 2 that the county is supporting a new digital mapping service for schools and other community organizations in the county. The service is intended to help police, fire, and EMS personnel to not only quicken their…
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Freeholder director unveils new environmental STEM Center
With an initiative led by Burlington County Freeholder Director Kate Gibbs, the county recently unveiled a new, interactive Environmental STEM Center, developed in collaboration with staff at Palmyra Cove, Rowan College at Burlington County, Burlington County Special Services School District and the Burlington County Institute of Technology. According to a press release from the Burlington…
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Burlington County receives strong financial rating for second time in two months
Burlington County Freeholder Director Kate Gibbs has announced the county improved its long-term financial position outlook, citing a “very strong local economy and budgetary performance.” Based on a report from S&P Global Inc., a global provider for credit ratings, the county’s most recent financial achievement comes two months after a Moody’s Investors Service upgrading, where…
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Florence school district receives grant money for safety improvements
An initiative effort to enhance the protection and security of all 21 public high schools in Burlington County will help strengthen Florence schools’ defenses. Freeholder Director Kate Gibbs recently announced that she and her fellow freeholders unanimously approved $5.4 million in grants that will fund this effort. This county program, which was Launched four months…
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Freeholder Deputy Director takes action in opposition of hazardous waste facility
In an ongoing effort to combat ELCON’s proposed construction of a hazardous waste treatment facility in Falls Township, Pennsylvania, Burlington County Freeholder Deputy Director Linda Hughes recently took a stance in support of local opposition. ELCON, a hazardous waste processing company, is actively applying for permits to build a treatment facility in the Keystone Industrial…