- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 4/23/24
- 04/24/2024
- 105 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Fair Haven Borough Council approved measures to enhance stormwater management in response to new state mandates during a recent meeting. The primary focus was the implementation of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Inland Flood Protection (IFP) rules, which are designed to mitigate the effects of intense rainfall and increased stormwater runoff. These measures include updates to the Fair Haven Storm Water Control Ordinance, compliance with the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit, and maintenance of stormwater infrastructure.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 4/8/24
- 04/09/2024
- 95 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Fair Haven Borough Council recently deliberated on community proposals, including the expansion of the Fair and Farmers Market into McCarter Park and a grant application for the restoration of Bicentennial Hall.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 3/25/24
- 03/26/2024
- 146 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the latest Fair Haven Borough Council meeting, members engaged in a thorough discussion over the financial considerations and potential benefits of applying for a planning grant aimed at the restoration of Bicentennial Hall. The council mulled over the historic Association’s offer to front the application fee and the borough’s ability to commit to a 25% match should the grant be awarded. The debate revealed concerns regarding the financial implications, risks, and the decision timeline related to the grant application process.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/26/24
- 02/27/2024
- 166 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent session, Fair Haven Borough Council approved the allocation of $200,000 in the capital improvement fund for the restoration of Mcarter Pond through Hydro Raking and associated upgrades. This environmental action aims to address invasive species removal and public land restorations in the Natural Area. Amidst this decision, the council engaged in rigorous debates on the management of solid waste and recycling. The discussions revolved around the impending expiration of the current contract and the consideration of various options, including three-year and five-year contracts, to meet the borough’s needs.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/5/24
- 02/06/2024
- 125 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the latest Fair Haven Borough Council meeting, the council approved a resident’s request to remove three pine trees, discussed a new waste management plan, and showed support for a local pollinator garden. Other topics included the debate on yard waste handling, temporary basketball hoops for summer programs, and concerns regarding local business support.