Franklin Sewerage Authority Reviews Key Fire Department Expansion Amid Historic District Concerns

Overview: The Franklin Sewerage Authority Committee meeting focused on development proposals, with the Mill Valley Fire Department’s expansion project at the forefront. Concerns about aesthetic alignment with the historic district and functional requirements for emergency services dominated the discussions.

Franklin Historic Preservation Advisory Committee Debates Firehouse Addition and Church Accessibility Projects

Overview: The Franklin Township Historic Preservation Advisory Committee convened to discuss multiple applications, including a controversial proposal for an addition to the Milstone Valley Fire Department, a project to improve accessibility at the Kingston Presbyterian Church, and various residential restorations.

Somerville Borough Council Introduces Business Insurance Registration Ordinance Amid Safety and Health Updates

Overview: The Somerville Borough Council meeting on August 5, 2024, featured the introduction of a significant business insurance registration ordinance, a rise in local COVID-19 cases, and discussions on pedestrian safety and community events.

Bernardsville Planning Board Approves Variances for a property on Turbo Lane and Washington Road Projects

Overview: The Bernardsville Planning Board recently convened to deliberate on applications involving properties on Turbo Lane and Washington Road, resulting in the approval of dimensional variances for both projects. The meeting also touched on pending applications and the scheduling of future meetings.

Bedminster Town Council Addresses Community Concerns Over Electrical Outages and Introduces New Traffic Ordinance

Overview: The Bedminster Town Council’s recent meeting focused on addressing community concerns about recurring electrical outages and introduced a new traffic ordinance aimed at reducing neighborhood disruptions.