Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing: 5/5/2022 – InsiderNJ

With NJDSC Chairman Jones at his side, Mayor Baraka teased a gubernatorial run in 2025 at a fundraiser last night.

County parties are flush with cash heading into the federal election year, according to ELEC.

Morris County Commissioner Mastrangelo is getting an assist from two former NY Giants in his off-the-line re-election bid in the GOP primary.

Republicans gained nearly 2,500 voters in April across the state, while Democrats lost nearly 1,000, according to SaveJersey.

In CD4, the GOP primary is shaping up to be a competitive race, according to NJ101.5.

In CD7, Rep. Malinowski’s campaign will hold a ‘Women’s Reproductive Weekend of Action’.

In CD8, Guardians Against Pandemics endorsed Rob Menendez Jr.

In CD10, Essex Commissioner Gill endorsed Rep. Payne.

ICYMI: In CD3, General Flynn endorsed Smith; in CD7, Kean running primary bases; Insider NJ’s Who’s Up and Who’s Down; Donnelly will succeed Matos as Kivvit GM; Matos joining Mad; BurlCo Dems selected Eckel for commissioner; Duarte announced candidacy for Morris Dems chair after Robinson announced resignation, with mix of factors leading to decision; in CD7, 2nd Amendment Society endorsed Peterson; Kean swiped at Malinowski; Pinkin held ballot drawing following cancellation; ‘Democrats For Life’ fired off letter to DNC Chair protesting treatment of Oliver’s pro-life stance

State school officials are standing firm on the new sex education standards, according to NJ Monitor.

Abortion is a frequent, favorite driver of legislation in the state, according to NJ Monitor.

The Senate Budget Committee will hold a hearing on budget funding for the NJDOL, NJDOT, and NJDOA.

NJDOL Commissioner Asaro-Angelo released prepared budget testimony.

The Jewish Federation of North New Jersey announced Alana Burman as Director of the Jewish Community Relations Committee.

ICYMI: Schepisi expressed concern about Roe; Platkin announced leadership team; Katz GA welcomed Gunn to team; SJ legislators seek clarification from Platkin on off-duty police weed use; Senate GOP expressed concern over off-duty police weed use debate; Gopal will introduce the ‘Transparency in Health and Sex Education Curriculum Act’; Senate GOP wants to halt implementation of new sex ed curriculum

As towns debate whether to allow off-duty police officers to consume marijuana, officers who have been fired for using CBD to manage pain remain locked in legal battles, according to the Bergen Record.

In Newark, People For Progress founder and activist Larry Hamm endorsed Mayor Baraka for re-election. West Ward council candidate Dupre Kelly’s previous campaign warchest is becoming an issue in the race, according to TAPinto. A new Rutgers housing report finds corporations are buying city homes at an alarming rate, according to TAPinto.

In Atlantic City, casino workers are seeking ‘significant’ pay raises, according to the Press of Atlantic City.

In Bayonne, mayoral candidates answered questions about the city’s biggest challenges, according to the Jersey Journal.

In Chester Borough, taxpayers will get a tiny break this year, according to NJ Hills.

In Cranford, the municipal and DMC budgets were passed, according to TAPinto.

In Englewood Cliffs, the mayor wants Twitter’s headquarters in the borough, according to the Bergen Record.

In Hackensack, the city may need more firefighters amid a housing boom, according to the Bergen Record. Fire cooperation between the city and Teaneck is called a model for other towns, according to

In Hoboken, the city will consider three marijuana business applications, according to TAPinto.

In Leonia, an appeals court ruled the town can’t ban cut-through traffic, according to the Bergen Record.

In Livingston, Adam Loehner will serve as assistant township manager, according to TAPinto.

In Manalapan, property tax rates are falling but some residents will still pay more, according to the Asbury Park Press.

In Middle Township, the budget was approved with a tax increase, according to the Press of Atlantic City.

In Montague, the superintendent sued BOE members for retaliation after being placed on leave, according to NJ Herald.

In Morristown, the council discussed environmental matters, according to NJ Hills.

In Ocean Gate, Mayor Kennedy is accused of a new round of allegations, including pocketing campaign funds and sending staff to work on his house, according to NJ101.5.

In Palisades Park, a cop’s job is under review after the county seized a computer, according to the Bergen Record.

In Paterson, council candidates sparred at forums, according to Paterson Press.

In Phillipsburg, the council reviewed the Riverside Way/Union Square plan, according to TAPinto.

In Saddle River, a man launched a legal effort over affordable housing, according to the Bergen Record.

In South Orange, the village administrator will step down in June, according to TAPinto.

In Sparta, a gay pride flag was burned outside a church, according to NJ Herald.

In Stafford, Ocean County is setting aside $11.5M for the library, according to the Asbury Park Press.

In Trenton, Police Director Wilson says that councilmembers pledged support if he investigated bloggers, according to the Trentonian. Clerk Conlon got a $140k payday to settle a whistleblower case, according to the Trentonian.

In Ventnor, parking meters have gone virtual, according to Downbeach.

ICYMI: In Newark, likely tiny fraction of voters will turn out for election; in West Morris School District, intensifying curriculum debate; in Pine Valley, Platkin announced complaint against golf club; in Dover, Correa applauded ‘new era’ for Morris Dems; in Westfield, Root appointed to council; in Newark, residents pushing back against gas plant plan; in Paterson, Goow held fundraiser; in Belleville, Ciattarelli endorsed Melham