Willingboro Town Council Deliberates UHIA Expansion Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Willingboro Town Council meeting was marked by a series of pressing community issues, including the potential expansion of the United Hearts Islamic Academy (UHIA) and various complaints about municipal services and infrastructure. Residents and council members discussed these topics with a focus on improving community engagement and addressing local concerns.

Delanco Council Faces Heated Debate Over Public Funds Used for Land Purchase Advocacy

Overview: The Delanco Town Council meeting on July 14, 2025, was dominated by a debate over the use of public funds to advocate for a “yes” vote on a ballot question concerning a land purchase proposal. This use of taxpayer dollars sparked discussion on the fairness and ethical implications, with council members and residents weighing in on both sides of the argument. Additionally, the meeting addressed various infrastructure updates and community initiatives, with announcements of new funding and project completions.

Delanco Town Council Approves New Police Lieutenant Amidst Development and Community Discussions

Overview: The Delanco Town Council meeting featured the appointment of a new police lieutenant, updates on local development projects, and community concerns regarding public funds and local developments. The council approved the resolution for the new police lieutenant through a unanimous vote, an event that was celebrated with a brief recess for the swearing-in ceremony. Discussions also covered various community development projects, funding for the Delanco and Pearson school parking lot, and ongoing debates over the use of taxpayer money and local ordinances.

Hainesport Land Use Board Approves Sidewalk Installation Amid Development Discussions

Overview: The Hainesport Land Use Board meeting saw the approval of several development projects, with a notable decision to install sidewalks along Route 38, aimed at improving pedestrian safety near a proposed subdivision. The board also granted extensions and variances for other projects, including a minor subdivision involving a jug handle at Lawrence Boulevard and Route 38, and a rear yard setback for a sunroom addition at a senior citizen zone residence.

Maple Shade Town Council Confronts Zoning Challenges with Long-Standing Duplex Property

Overview: The Maple Shade Town Council recently convened to address a complex zoning issue involving a long-standing duplex on McCrae Lane, owned by Flex Raino LLC. The council deliberated on whether to grant a use variance for the duplex, which does not conform to current R1 zoning regulations that permit only single-family homes. The property, operating as a duplex since at least 1989, was caught in a regulatory gray area due to insufficient historical documentation and evolving zoning laws.