The BERKELEY Times Vol. 27 - No. 41
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The meeting room was full of people ready to address the issue. By Chris Lundy of another board mem- to “planned vacations.” BERKELEY – When ber, Merissa Borawski, Officials vowed to take a board member’s so- allegedly posted anti-gay action to address this sitcial media postings were and anti-Black state- uation. The most recent called racist by students ments online. Koenig meeting opened with and parents, district offi- had previously told The the board instituting cials were told it was just Berkeley Times that the a social media policy a symptom of a larger postings were taken out which read, in part, that problem in Central Re- of context. a school board member gional High School. The two members are must avoid conduct on The situation became new to the board, hav- social media that would public when one board ing joined in January. violate the School Ethics member, Heather Koe- They were r unning Act. nig, posted memes on mates, campaigning on “While this policy reFacebook that residents an anti-mask sentiment. spects the right of Board said were racist. It cul- Neither attended the members to use social minated when a relative March 17 meeting due networks, board members
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─Photo by Chris Lundy shall recognize that they are held to a higher standard than the general public with regard to standards of conduct and ethics,” the policy stated. “Board members should exercise care in setting appropriate boundaries between their personal and public online behavior, understanding what is private in the digital world often has the possibility of becoming public, even without their knowledge or consent.” Specifically, the policy (Racism - See Page 6)
Senior Community Lawsuit Bill Now In Committee
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – The bill that would hold senior communities harmless if a resident contracts COVID-19 on their property has been referred to the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee. There are a lot of steps before it could become
a law. The current version of the bill is pending technical review by legislative counsel. Homeowners associations were worried that anyone contracting COVID-19 could sue the association – and members personally. It might be difficult to prove that someone
contracted the virus in a clubhouse or similar space, but even a frivolous lawsuit could still be financially damaging. The language of the bill makes the homeowner association and its members immune from civil liability for any damages bor ne
from the transmission of COVID-19 on community property. The development would have to have signage displayed at the entrances of communal spaces warning people that by entering the premises, you waive all liability against the development.
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T he com mu nit y would still be liable for a crime, fraud, malice, gross negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct. Also, workers’ compensation law would still allow employees to make claims. Outside of the legalese, (Senior - See Page 9)
By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN GATE – Ocean Gate Mayor Paul Kennedy has been charged with Official Misconduct and Theft after failing to give money he made through borough assets, using it for personal benefit. Investigation revealed that Kennedy, 66, had sold borough assets on the government auction website GovDeals.com and did not to turn over the proceeds. He instead used this money for personal use. (Mayor - See Page 5)
New Group To Feed Military Families In Need By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – Around 30 people, many of whom were owners or operators of local restaurants, recently gathered at Capone’s in Toms River to discuss their strategy in aiding needy military families at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. Cliff Baker of Toms River is the president of the new organization called Dine On Us and its motto is “Feeding the Need.” His wife Teresa serves as secretary and Troy Swift serves as treasurer. “The American Legion has a list of 125 families who qualify on Fort Dix and Lakehurst that are on food stamps. The American Legion brings them canned food every week. We want to do more than canned food,” Baker added. The group’s goal is to raise $1,000 per family through donations, fundraising events and various ongoing programs. The 501(c)3 non-prof it also wants to provide gift cards to families with the (Need - See Page 4)
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