Bridgewater Town Council Swears in Mayor and Members, Sets Agenda for 2024

Overview: The Bridgewater Town Council meeting saw the re-election of Mayor Matthew Moench and the election of council members Timothy Ring and Michael Kirsh.

Hillsborough Township Welcomes New Mayor and Committee Members Amidst a Forward-Looking Agenda

Overview: In a notable reshaping of its governing body, Hillsborough Township celebrated the inauguration of Robert Britting, Jr. as the new Mayor and the election of Samantha Hand and Catherine Payne to three-year terms on the Township Committee.

Bernards Township Council Welcomes New Members and Elects Leadership for 2024

Overview: In a recent reorganization meeting, the Bernards Township Council swore in new members and appointed its leaders for the upcoming year. Gary Baumann and Ana Duarte McCarthy were inaugurated for three-year terms on the Township Committee, with Jennifer L. Asay elected as Mayor for 2024 and Janice M. Fields stepping into the role of Deputy Mayor. The meeting, held at the Liberty Corner firehouse, was also an occasion for Mayor Andrew J. McNally to deliver his mayoral report.

Bernardsville Council Addresses Citizen Concerns and Updates Sewer Ordinance

Overview: During the most recent Bernardsville Borough Council meeting, the council discussed a resident’s ongoing complaints about local road and drainage work, concerns regarding slanderous statements by borough employees, and updates to the sewer ordinance. The resident, Kathleen Williams, addressed the council with multiple issues, including the status of improvements on Roundtop Road, lack of response to her letters, and allegations of her intending to sue the borough. The council clarified the borough’s position, ensured proper communication moving forward, and promised to instruct employees to refrain from making false claims. Additionally, the council held a public hearing on Ordinance 2023-1988 concerning sewer connection fees and user rates, ultimately passing the ordinance without public objection.

Franklin Zoning Board Approves Restaurant Expansion and Site Plans Amid Parking and Buffering Concerns

Overview: In a recent Franklin Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting, members deliberated over a restaurant’s request for a parking variance to expand seating capacity and a separate application by the Muslim Foundation Incorporated for preliminary and final site plan approval with a D3 variance for recreational space. The board also addressed a proposed retail facility’s transition from medical to recreational use and its parking implications. Amidst these discussions, the board grappled with the enforcement of seating capacities, differentiation between banquet and restaurant functions, and concerns regarding the impact of proposed expansions on parking and local environment.