Flemington Borough Council Tackles Grant Application Amid Calls for Local Development and Safety Improvements

Overview: The Flemington Borough Council meeting on November 10, 2025, primarily focused on a grant application for traffic improvements, community safety initiatives, and resident concerns over local development. Council members discussed the submission of a grant application to the New Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) for designing bike lanes and traffic calming measures along Route 31. The application, submitted by one of the council members, received assistance from the county’s new planner, Alan Hunt. The Mayor emphasized the need for transparency in the grant’s submission process, which had been conducted through blind copy emails among council members. This topic is expected to be revisited with a resolution set for discussion in December.

Bethlehem Considers Water Rate Adjustments Amid Declining Usage and Increasing Costs

Overview: Bethlehem Town Council’s recent meeting focused heavily on the budgetary challenges facing the town’s water and sewer systems, highlighting potential water rate adjustments due to stagnant sales and rising operational costs. Discussions also covered infrastructure resilience, financial reserves, and the strategic management of public works projects.

Lambertville City Council Discusses Affordable Housing Timeline and Rescue Squad Challenges

Overview: In a recent Lambertville City Council meeting, discussions centered around the timeline for an affordable housing agreement, the challenges faced by the Lambertville New Hope Rescue Squad, and various community initiatives.

Bethlehem Town Council Weighs Health Concerns in Cigar Bar Liquor License Hearing

Overview: The Bethlehem Town Council recently convened to discuss several pivotal community matters, with a portion of the meeting dedicated to a public hearing about the intermunicipal transfer of a restaurant liquor license to a proposed cigar bar and restaurant. The council examined potential health impacts, employment opportunities, and community integration as part of the deliberations.

Bethlehem Town Council Meeting Sparks Call for Increased Fire Department Staffing

Overview: The recent Bethlehem Town Council meeting was largely dominated by discussions on the need for increased staffing in the fire department, as current personnel levels are deemed inadequate to meet the city’s growing demands. Public safety concerns were highlighted through various presentations and testimonies, revealing critical gaps in emergency response capabilities and the need for alignment with national standards.