In response to the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland , Florida , Metuchen joined communities throughout the country for a “ March For Our Lives ” rally at Borough Hall on March 24 , 2018 . This event was followed-up by a “ National Day of Action ” event by Metuchen students who walked out of Metuchen High School on April 18 , 2018 . Of the students ’ actions , Busch said , “ This generation has shown itself to be highly aware and civic minded and our future looks bright with them at the helm . " After the shooting at Tree of Life Congregation in Pittsburgh on October 27 , 2018 , Busch immediately requested that the Metuchen Police Department provide increased security at Neve Shalom Temple in Metuchen . A multi-faith vigil was then held at Neve Shalom on October 29 , 2018 , with Governor Phil Murphy , Congressman Frank Pallone , Jr. , and several religious leaders
Stoneman Douglas High School shooting
Stoneman Douglas High School shooting
Jonathan M. Busch