Lambertville Adopts Budget, Addresses Stormwater and Cannabis Revenue Concerns
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Meeting Type:
City Council
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Meeting Date:
05/02/2024
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Recording Published:
05/08/2024
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Duration:
32 Minutes
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State:
New Jersey
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County:
Hunterdon County
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Towns:
Lambertville
- Meeting Overview:
In a recent Lambertville City Council meeting, members voted to adopt the 2024 budget, which includes a tax rate estimated to be lower than the previous year, and passed an ordinance that allows the municipality to increase spending by an additional 1% if needed, with the ability to bank any unused amount. The meeting also addressed the allocation of resources for stormwater management, the inclusion of cannabis tax revenue in the budget, and the authorization of a memorandum with the Lambertville Fire District.
The discussion of the 2024 budget was a focal point of the meeting, with the mayor presenting the budget and highlighting the anticipated tax rate reduction. During the public hearing, concerns were raised about the budget’s allocation for stormwater activities and maintenance. A specific focus was placed on the need for proactive measures to address stormwater management issues. The council discussed the stormwater utility feasibility study, which is expected to provide a detailed five-year schedule of future costs. The importance of transparency in breaking down these costs and making them accessible to the public was underscored by council members.
Another topic was the incorporation of new cannabis revenue into the city’s budget. The cannabis tax revenue was included in the fees and permit line, with a conservative estimate of $160,000 expected for the year. There was an emphasis on the importance of determining the most beneficial uses of the cannabis revenue for the community.
In addition to budgetary concerns, the meeting included the adoption of an ordinance related to fire prevention and the endorsement of a memorandum involving the Lambertville Fire District, which the mayor, city attorney, and city clerk were authorized to sign. The council approved resolutions related to these matters.
Community engagement and announcements were also part of the meeting’s agenda. Members of the council made announcements regarding community project funding, meter bagging, and volunteer efforts to clean up a local park. Furthermore, the council mentioned updates on the Convenience Center hours and a community event planned for cleaning veteran headstones.
During the public participation session, no comments were made by individuals present in the room. The meeting concluded at 7:30 pm with no further comments from the public.
Concerns regarding the transparency of municipal decisions and budget allocations were also voiced.
Andrew Nowick
City Council Officials:
Steven M. Stegman, Benedetta Lambert, Evan Lide, Karen J. Kominsky
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Meeting Type:
City Council
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Meeting Date:
05/02/2024
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Recording Published:
05/08/2024
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Duration:
32 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
New Jersey
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County:
Hunterdon County
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Towns:
Lambertville
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