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- Hunterdon County
- 03/04/2025
- 235 Minutes
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Overview: In a meeting of the Bethlehem Town Council, attention was given to proposals for salary increases for council members and the mayor, alongside discussions on zoning amendments and community engagement. The salary debate underscored broader concerns about financial accessibility and representation in local governance, as well as the economic implications of such changes in a period marked by uncertainty.
- NJ
- Hunterdon County
- 2/24/25
- 02/24/2025
- 31 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Bethlehem City Council Finance Committee meeting was dominated by discussions on proposed salary increases for elected officials, including council members, the controller, and the mayor. Concerns arose over the feasibility of implementing these increases without impacting the city’s budget adversely, prompting suggestions for a staggered approach to salary adjustments.
- NJ
- Hunterdon County
- 2/18/25
- 02/18/2025
- 216 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Bethlehem Town Council meeting was marked by public discourse concerning a proposed Welcoming City ordinance and zoning changes linked to a mixed-use development project. The ordinance aims to formalize Bethlehem’s stance on protecting immigrants, while the zoning change could transform residential areas into commercial zones, sparking debate over community character and public safety.
- NJ
- Hunterdon County
- 2/4/25
- 02/04/2025
- 291 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Bethlehem Town Council meeting, the most discussions centered around immigration policies and a significant historic preservation project. Community members urged the council to adopt a welcoming city policy limiting cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), while also debating a proposed addition to the historic Woolworth Building on Main Street. These issues drew strong public engagement and highlighted divisions within the community over how Bethlehem should navigate federal immigration enforcement and maintain its historic character.
- NJ
- Hunterdon County
- 1/21/25
- 01/21/2025
- 68 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Bethlehem Town Council meeting was marked by a debate over tax increases, with residents voicing concerns about financial strains, while council discussions highlighted fiscal challenges and public health initiatives. The meeting saw passionate public comments and council deliberations on budgetary issues, the housing crisis, and historical preservation.
