This month, NJ Municipalities looks at safety and celebrations as we move into a year that promises to include excitement and challenges from special events and everyday life.
December 2025
Feature Articles
Closing the Gap: Government and School Security Preparedness Kevin DiPatri and James Mullins
Navigating the Challenges of Electric Vehicle and Lithium-Ion Battery Fires in the Fire Service Richard Mikutsky
The Countdown Begins How municipalities can lead the way for New Jersey's celebration of America's 250th De'jah Monai
Celebrating 105 at Exit 105 The Borough of Eatontown Celebrates 105 Years of the 19th Amendment Candace M. Faust and Danielle M. Jones
Uncover Raritan Landing A village hidden for 250 years is revealed in a QuestUpon walking tour Jeff Siegel and Matthew Stroh
The NJTIMES™ Model Paving the Way for New Jersey's Energy Future Anuradha Singh, Pankaj Lal, and Upendra Chivukula
Solar Energy Solutions for Municipalities From community programs to direct installation Christine Guhl-Sadovy
Issue Focus: Hometown Security & Events
Closing the Gap: Government and school security preparedness
In today's world, government and school leaders can no longer afford to view security and emergency preparedness as optional or reactionary measures. The frequency and sophistication of threats, ranging from targeted violence in schools and government facilities to risks facing cannabis cultivation and dispensary operations demand a proactive, integrated response.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the FBI have long promoted the 'Run. Hide. Or Fight' model as a baseline for active shooter survival. While effective, we know municipalities and schools must go further. At KDNFS, we emphasize a complementary model: Observe. Move. and Engage. To continue reading, please visit page 6.
In This Issue
2025 Executive Director's Annual Report
The League is completing its 110th year of service to the municipalities of New Jersey. Our membership currently includes all 564 municipalities in the State of New Jersey. Visit page 54 for the Executive Director's Annual Report and 2025-2026 Adopted Budget.
NJ Knowledge Quiz
Q: What are the three nations sharing hosting duties for the FIFA World Cup?
A: Canada, Mexico, and the USA.
For more NJ trivia, view the last page of each magazine issue.
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