Bernards Planning Board Tackles Stormwater Management and Extensions

Overview: The Bernards Planning Board addressed several issues in their latest session, with stormwater management taking center stage. The board debated ordinance 2551 related to stormwater management, a state-mandated initiative, and its consistency with the township’s master plan. Additionally, two noteworthy extension requests were granted to Fenwick Basking Ridge HOA and William and Carol Moer for obtaining certificates of occupancy and construction permits, respectively, due to various delays, including those related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Watchung Hills School Board Addresses Key Education and Policy Issues

Overview: Watchung Hills School Board convened to address a variety of important educational and policy issues, with discussions surrounding the implementation of AI in classrooms, the recognition of student and staff achievements, and the debate over attendance policies affecting students with disabilities.

Franklin Sewerage Authority Debates New Development Agreement

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Franklin (Somerset County) Sewerage Authority Committee discussed several matters including land acquisitions, a contentious sewer charge ordinance, and financial strategies to maintain operational cash flow and Moody’s Bond rating. Of particular interest was the intense deliberation surrounding a new developers agreement for Burch Glenn residential development and the financial and precedential implications it may have for the Authority.

Bernardsville Planning Board Deliberates on Garage and Pool Variances Amid Public Input

Overview: The Bernardsville Planning Board convened to deliberate on several significant land use applications, including the approval of a variance for a garage addition on Al Lan and discussions on a proposed swimming pool at a residential property on Post Road. Both applications involved detailed consideration of zoning regulations, community impact, and environmental implications, with public comments playing a key role in the decision-making process.

Bedminster Approves Key Investments in Public Safety and Infrastructure

Overview: In a recent Bedminster Town Council meeting, officials focused on the town’s public safety and infrastructure, discussing various projects and initiatives that aim to enhance the quality of life for residents. Among notable topics were the introduction of multiple budget-related ordinances for town improvements, the swearing-in of a new police officer, and updates on utility service enhancements and a significant grant award.