Hamilton Township Secures Green Acres Funding for Sayen Gardens Pond Restoration

Overview: The Hamilton Township Council meeting focused on a variety of agenda items, with attention given to the restoration project at Sayen Gardens. The council authorized the adoption of pre-qualification regulations for contractors interested in the anticipated bid for the restoration of the Sayen Gardens Pond, a key component of the township’s park system. Half of the project funding will come from Green Acres grants. Public comments revealed interest in ensuring the project’s longevity and low maintenance, though specific project details were not fully disclosed.

Hamilton Township Discusses Bird Flu Precautions and Animal Shelter Challenges

Overview: The Hamilton Township Council meeting addressed significant public health and community issues, notably focusing on bird flu precautions and challenges faced by the local animal shelter. With no reported human cases of bird flu in New Jersey but occurrences nationwide, precautions were emphasized to prevent the spread. Concurrently, the animal shelter’s management and operations, including a new volunteer coordinator and facility maintenance, were discussed in detail, highlighting ongoing efforts and obstacles in animal care and public safety.

Hamilton Council Suspends Landlord License Over Severe Housing Violations at East State Street Property

Overview: During the recent Hamilton Township Council meeting, the council took decisive action against a landlord accused of severe housing violations at a multi-unit property on East State Street. The council voted unanimously to suspend Jean Alexis’s landlord license for 90 days due to egregious safety violations, ongoing non-compliance, and unauthorized occupancy. The council also discussed plans for an inclusive playground, a cannabis dispensary application, and approved various resolutions to improve township infrastructure and community services.

Hamilton Town Council Faces New Affordable Housing Challenges Amid Ordinance Discussions

Overview: In a recent Hamilton Town Council meeting, attention was devoted to the township’s approach to affordable housing obligations, outlined by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA), alongside legislative discussions on regulating cannabis retail establishments. The council is navigating a newly introduced challenge process that could affect their affordable housing commitments, while also considering zoning regulations for cannabis retailers to prevent business clustering.

Hamilton Township Council Supports Cannabis Retail Licensing and Strengthens Land Use Regulations

Overview: At its recent reorganization meeting, the Hamilton Township Council unanimously voted to support Vision Cannabis LLC’s application for a class 5 cannabis retail and dispensary license. In addition, the council passed new ordinances and resolutions amending township land use laws and set minimum distance requirements for cannabis retailers.