East Windsor School Board Advances Security Upgrade Amid Budget Discussions

Overview: The East Windsor School Board meeting addressed topics, including ongoing security upgrades at the high school, budget planning for the 2025-2026 academic year, and various school community activities. A new lottery system for preschool applications was also introduced, alongside updates on school athletics and arts programs.

Princeton Planning Board Approves 21 Wiggins Street Site Plan Amid Affordable Housing Regulation Concerns

Overview: The Princeton Planning Board convened on February 6, 2025, approving a minor modification to the site plan for a property on Wiggins Street. The approval, which includes conditions ensuring compliance with new affordable housing regulations, was the centerpiece of a meeting that navigated complex zoning and regulatory issues. The project aims to consolidate three lots and add a four-story apartment structure with 18 units, including four affordable housing units.

West Windsor Zoning Board Tackles Complex Basement Regulations Amid Membership Reappointments

Overview: In its recent meeting, the West Windsor Zoning Board addressed multiple topics, including the reappointment of board members, the election of officers for 2025, and a focused debate on the classification of basements in zoning regulations. The board also discussed professional staff appointments and the implications of the Trenton Times ceasing print editions.

Princeton School Board Grapples with Budget Challenges Amid Ethics Violations

Overview: The Princeton School Board meeting addressed financial challenges, including a projected $26 million budget deficit. The board also dealt with recent ethics violations among its members, highlighting governance complexities.

Hamilton Council Suspends Landlord License Over Severe Housing Violations at East State Street Property

Overview: During the recent Hamilton Township Council meeting, the council took decisive action against a landlord accused of severe housing violations at a multi-unit property on East State Street. The council voted unanimously to suspend Jean Alexis’s landlord license for 90 days due to egregious safety violations, ongoing non-compliance, and unauthorized occupancy. The council also discussed plans for an inclusive playground, a cannabis dispensary application, and approved various resolutions to improve township infrastructure and community services.