Pompton Lakes Board Approves Key Housing Projects Amid Concerns Over Development and Infrastructure

Overview: The recent Pompton Lakes Planning Board meeting concluded with the approval of a redevelopment plan for Washington Urban Renewal LLC, which will convert office space into eight residential apartments, including an affordable unit. Alongside this, discussions highlighted issues regarding local infrastructure projects, the town’s master plan update, and the implications of state legislation on residential property use.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Faces Intense Debate Over Affordable Housing and PILOT Agreements

Overview: At the recent Parsippany-Troy Hills Town Council meeting, the primary focus was on the town’s compliance with affordable housing mandates and the associated financial structures, particularly the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) programs. The council faced public scrutiny and internal debate over the implications of these agreements, which were seen as necessary to meet New Jersey’s affordable housing requirements while attempting to balance community concerns and financial stability.

Cedar Grove School Board Faces Audit Challenges and Prepares for Key Referendum Vote

Overview: The recent Cedar Grove School Board meeting addressed the district’s financial management challenges, highlighted by an audit report that identified issues in payroll processes, contract transparency, and asset reporting. Additionally, the board discussed a potential referendum aimed at addressing infrastructure needs, set for a potential vote in March pending board action in January.

Old Bridge Township Council Postpones Oak Tree Plaza Performance Guarantee Hearing Amidst Property Maintenance Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Old Bridge Township Council, the discussion was dominated by the decision to delay a performance guarantee release for Oak Tree Plaza, linked to ongoing property maintenance concerns. The council convened to address various issues, including a retirement celebration for a long-serving auxiliary police officer, and tributes to outgoing council members. Another noteworthy topic was the deliberation over Oak Tree Plaza, where maintenance obligations had not been fulfilled as per prior agreements, leading to a postponement in the performance guarantee hearing.

Princeton School Board Approves $89 Million Capacity Expansion to Alleviate Space Constraints

Overview: The Princeton School Board meeting focused on vital developments, including the approval of a $89 million referendum to address capacity issues across four schools, along with changes to the elementary literacy curriculum and the introduction of a new journalism grant.