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- Union County
- 6/25/25
- 06/25/2025
- 150 Minutes
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Overview: The Union County Zoning Board meeting saw a decision as it unanimously voted down a proposal to subdivide an oversized lot into three parcels for the development of new homes. The proposal, which required a D1 use variance and several C variances, was met with substantial opposition from local residents concerned about the impact on their neighborhood’s character and infrastructure.
- NJ
- Union County
- 6/24/25
- 07/09/2025
- 204 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Kenilworth Planning Board meeting focused on the borough’s fourth-round housing element and fair share housing plan, with attention given to the borough’s upcoming affordable housing obligations and a variance request for a front yard fence based on medical needs. These topics highlighted the complex balance between meeting state-mandated requirements and addressing individual property concerns.
- NJ
- Union County
- 6/24/25
- 06/24/2025
- 133 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Summit City Council meeting was marked by discussions over a proposed housing development project at the intersection of Ashwood Avenue and Broad Street. Residents voiced strong opposition and concerns about the potential health risks linked to environmental hazards at the proposed site, the adequacy of the city’s affordable housing plan, and the perceived lack of public engagement in the planning process. Council members navigated a complex landscape of legal obligations, community needs, and development challenges, striving to balance state mandates with local sentiments.
- NJ
- Union County
- 6/24/25
- 06/24/2025
- 32 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a move, the Union Town Council unanimously approved an ordinance authorizing $23.5 million for various 2025 capital acquisitions and improvements, financed in part by $22.856 million in bonds or notes.
- NJ
- Union County
- 6/24/25
- 06/24/2025
- 31 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Springfield Town Council meeting, the ongoing issues with the Gomes construction site were a focal point of discussion. Concerns were raised about the site’s security, given a history of inadequate management by the developer. The council expressed a pressing need to secure the site and charge the developer for any necessary measures if the situation does not improve soon. The anniversary of the project’s commencement on July 4th was noted as a significant deadline, underlining the council’s frustration with the protracted timeline and lack of professionalism from the contractor.
