- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/7/24
- 02/07/2024
- 45 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Millburn Town Planning Board has made strides in advancing the township’s open space and recreation plan, highlighting a detailed approach to managing and expanding public spaces in response to an anticipated population growth and increased recreational demand. The plan, which prioritizes properties already under local control and considers additional acquisitions, aims to address a shortfall in sports field availability and create new greenways and parks.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/12/24
- 02/12/2024
- 74 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent West Essex School Board meeting, members celebrated academic achievements, including the success of the Mastery Program in seventh grade, student accomplishments in mathematics and business, and the recognition of West Essex High School for the AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award. The board also discussed teacher professional development, student-led projects, and community initiatives aimed at fostering a positive school culture and climate.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/13/24
- 02/13/2024
- 203 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Montclair Town Council meeting, a portion of the public comments centered on the urgent calls from community members to lift the stop work order on Woodman Field renovations. This issue, which has caused considerable debate and frustration within the town, was a focal point of the discussion as residents, student-athletes, and council members expressed their views on the delays and the impact on the student community.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/12/24
- 03/11/2024
- 43 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a focused effort on pedestrian safety, the Millburn Pedestrian Safety Advisory Board tackled a comprehensive agenda that included discussions on local infrastructure projects, educational initiatives, and traffic management. The meeting, which took place on February 12th via Zoom, was significant for its development of a visual tool to identify high-incidence crash areas and the progress on various safety enhancements throughout the township.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/5/24
- 02/05/2024
- 140 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Millburn Town Zoning Board approved multiple property applications that sought variances for expansions and additions tailored to accommodate growing family needs and modernize residential spaces. These approvals came despite debates over construction impacts on neighborhood aesthetics and character. The board also discussed a proposal requiring several variances for a major renovation, which was met with concerns about its size and potential impact on the neighborhood, leading to a decision to carry the application to a later date.