Fair Haven Planning Board Tackles Affordable Housing Challenges and Master Plan Reexamination

Overview: The Fair Haven Planning Board meeting focused on issues related to affordable housing obligations, the master plan reexamination, and strategies for community engagement. The board addressed the requirement to accommodate 92 new affordable housing units by 2035, as well as the critical task of updating the borough’s master plan by August 2026.

Wall School Board Meeting Highlights Student Voices and Community Concerns

Overview: During the latest Wall Township Board of Education meeting, student voices and community concerns took center stage. Notably, a seventh grader proposed the addition of a girls’ flag football team, and a variety of student essays celebrated the contributions of Educational Support Professionals (ESPs). Meanwhile, community members raised issues around financial transparency and the district’s budget management.

Keansburg School Board Nears Completion of Key Contract Negotiations

Overview: At the recent Keansburg School Board meeting, the negotiations committee reported progress in their contract discussions with the Keansburg Administrators’ Association (KAA). The salary guides have been established, and the board is expected to vote on the contract imminently.

Marlboro School Board Addresses Substitute Pay Amid Community Concerns Over Board Conduct

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Marlboro School Board, discussions took place regarding the increase in pay for substitute teachers and nurses to better align with neighboring districts, along with community concerns about board members’ conduct and its impact on the district’s reputation.

Asbury Park Planning Board Debates Commercial vs. Parking Space for Downtown Development

Overview: In a recent meeting on November 18, 2024, the Asbury Park Planning Board engaged in a debate over a development proposal on Bangs Avenue, focusing primarily on the trade-off between commercial space and parking requirements. The proposed project, presented by 725 LLC, aimed to develop a four-story residential building with six apartment units but sparked discussions about compliance with existing urban planning standards, particularly those governing the balance of commercial and residential spaces in Asbury Park’s Central Business District (CBD).