The government in Trenton is in turmoil but local officials say they are not ready for state intervention. Marc Pfeiffer, assistant director of the Bloustein Local Government Research Center at Rutgers, said the city council can ask the Local Government Services Division of the Department of Community Affairs for assistance, but citizen engagement– citizens attending public meetings, digging into local issues, or talk to council members on the street — would be a better solution.
Molloy Discusses Criteria for Healthiest Cities
Location matters when it comes to health. Some places promote wellness by expanding access to nutritious food and recreational facilities. Others strive to keep healthcare costs affordable for everyone or keep parks clean and well-maintained. When a city doesn’t take...