Residents Challenge Zoning, PILOT Agreements, and School Audit in Heated Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Meeting

Overview: During the Parsippany-Troy Hills Town Council meeting on September 10, 2024, residents addressed multiple issues, including zoning disputes, the implications of Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreements, and a proposed audit of the Board of Education.

New Chief of Police Appointed and Park Proposal Discussed at Rockaway Township Council Meeting

Overview: The Rockaway Township Council meeting on September 10, 2024, saw the appointment of a new chief of police, the announcement of a significant grant for historic preservation, and discussions on a controversial national park proposal.

Chatham Township Council Approves Purchase of DPW Trucks Amid Budget Discussions

Overview: The Chatham Township Council convened for a workshop meeting, with notable decisions made regarding municipal equipment, zoning changes, and upcoming community events. The council unanimously approved the immediate purchase of Department of Public Works (DPW) trucks to lock in favorable contract pricing before it expired.

Pequannock Town Council Approves Significant Changes in Cannabis Licensing Fees Amid Compliance Concerns

Overview: The Pequannock Town Council meeting covered a wide range of topics, including updates on local projects, financial appropriations, and licensing issues. The most notable discussion centered around the proposed ordinance to amend cannabis licensing fees, raising both new and renewal fees to enhance financial oversight.

Long Hill Planning Board Approves Fence Height Amendment Amid Concerns Over Paper Streets

Overview: The Long Hill Township Planning Board met on September 10, 2024, addressing several issues, including the approval of a fence height amendment and the extension of an application for a minor subdivision on Basking Ridge Road. The discussions also delved into signage regulations and shed sizes.