Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Cumberland County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in roads
South Jersey Connects Fare-Free Shuttle Pilot
Commissioner Garcia Balicki highlighted the fare-free regional shuttle pilot linking South Jersey residents to jobs, colleges, and healthcare — an 18-24 month pilot covering seven counties. Her message: use it or lose it, since ridership will decide whether it stays.
County Road and Bridge Program Update
County Engineer Doug Whitaker reported a wave of completed projects — Cedarville Road, the Friesburg Road bridge, Hansbridge Road — and more paving starting this month on Main Road, Greenwich Road, Bacon's Neck Road, and others. Most construction is funded by state and federal grants, with county bond money mostly used for design and permitting.
OET transportation consolidation into CATS
The county plans to merge its employment-and-training transportation services into the larger CATS transit system — one system, newer vehicles, and about $65,000 saved on outside fleet maintenance. The resolution is being read now and voted on October 27.