Franklin Township Sewage Authority Concludes Audit with Clean Bill of Financial Health, Appoints New Officers, and Discusses Key Infrastructure Projects

Overview: The Franklin Township Sewage Authority held a meeting where a clean audit opinion for the fiscal year ending May 31st, 2023, was presented, confirming the authority’s strong financial position with $67,266,000 in net assets. Teresa Ford assumed the role of chairperson, while significant infrastructure projects and developer agreements were also discussed. Notably, the authority considered a partnership with a developer for improvements to a gravity sewer line impacting a hotel project on Davidson Avenue.

Bridgewater Township Council Approves Police Chief Contract, Discusses Traffic Ordinance and Celebrates Black History Month

Overview: The Bridgewater Township Council approved the contract for Police Chief John Mitzak, discussed a new traffic ordinance, recognized Black History Month, and celebrated the completion of the billion Klein and Morton project. The council also introduced an ordinance to address truck traffic on residential roads and acknowledged various community contributions and municipal projects.

Bound Brook School Board Tackles Insurance Premium Challenges and Accepts Essential Infrastructure Grants

Overview: In a recent Bound Brook School Board meeting, members confronted challenging insurance premium projections and celebrated the acceptance of significant grants for school infrastructure projects. The meeting saw the swearing-in of Jennifer Carlton as a new board member, the recognition of students and staff for their achievements, and discussions on various initiatives, including educational programming, strategic planning, and district branding.

Franklin Environmental Commission Weighs in on New 200-Unit Apartment Complex

Overview: The Franklin Environmental Commission recently convened to deliberate on a series of environmental issues and development projects impacting the community, with the most notable being the discussion of a proposed 200-unit apartment complex. The commission scrutinized various aspects of the development, including concerns over impervious coverage, the height of the buildings, variances needed, and the potential impact on local infrastructure and the environment.

Bernardsville Planning Board Discusses Future Meeting Formats and Approves Subdivision Plans

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Bernardsville Planning Board, discussions centered around the format of future meetings and the approval of a proposed subdivision plan that could impact the town’s development landscape. Preferences for in-person meetings were debated, and a new single-family home proposal was approved, highlighting development trends in Bernardsville.