Bernardsville Planning Board Weighs in on Palmer Square Redevelopment

Overview: In a recent Bernardsville Planning Board meeting, the continuation of a public hearing on the Palmer Square Redevelopment area took center stage. The meeting featured a detailed presentation by John Wcala, representative for AR at Bernardsville LLC, elaborating on plan revisions made in response to feedback from the board and professionals. The revised plans concentrated on improving pedestrian safety, expanding pedestrian space, and accommodating loading operations off public pathways. Key elements included a 24-foot opening driveway for truck access and a gate-controlled opening under the building for deliveries. The board scrutinized these revisions, probing into their implications for traffic flow, pedestrian safety, and the overall impact on the surrounding area.

Hillsborough Planning Board Approves Key Construction and Development Extensions

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hillsborough Planning Board approved several extension requests for ongoing projects and addressed community concerns regarding development notifications and traffic impact studies. Notably, the board approved extension requests for 1170 Milstone LLC, 279 Homestead LLC, and Millstone River Road, with the latter being under contract for acquisition by the township for open space. Additionally, the board addressed a property owner’s concerns about development notices, and discussions on site plan revisions encompassed parking expansions, electric vehicle charging stations, and stormwater management.

Branchburg School Board Honors Student Artists and Exceptional Employees

Overview: The recent Branchburg School Board meeting was marked by the recognition of student artists and the presentation of Employee Spotlight Awards. The meeting commenced with certificates being awarded to numerous student artists, whose artwork was also displayed in the gallery.

Bedminster Board Grants Use Variance for Dual Apartments

Overview: In a decision, the Bedminster Land Use Board approved a use variance that permits the existence of two apartments within a building originally zoned for only one. This noteworthy approval was not without its challenges, as board members weighed the implications of ordinance compliance against the proposed renovations. The variance, which was a focal point of the meeting, passed with a majority vote.

Franklin Township Focuses on Trails and Bird Blind Restoration

Overview: The Franklin Township Trails Advisory Committee recently convened to address several community concerns, including the organization of National Trails Day activities and the restoration of the bird blind at Negri Nepot Native Grasslands. These issues took precedence during the discussions.