Highland Park Council Grapples with Supermarket Tax Concerns

Overview: During the latest Highland Park Borough Council meeting, attention was given to the financial and community impact of a new supermarket entering the local market. This discussion included the examination of a pilot (payment in lieu of taxes) agreement with DL Urban Renewal LLC, the operator behind the anticipated Superfresh store, and its implications for tax revenue and local economic structure.

Highland Park Embraces Solar Future with Community Solar Program

Overview: Highland Park Borough Council, in a recent meeting, took steps toward a renewable future by discussing participation in the state’s Community Solar program, addressing a critical water main break, and announcing initiatives to enhance local services and community programs. The Council’s engagement with the Community Solar program stood out as a noteworthy event.

Highland Park Borough Council Discusses New Family Connect Program, Snow Removal, and Health Benefits Plan Termination

Overview: The Highland Park Borough Council’s recent meeting was highlighted by the introduction of the Family Connect program to support families with newborns, updates on snow removal efforts, and discussions regarding the termination of participation in the state health benefits plan. The meeting also included the swearing-in of Officer Trey Wilson and the promotion of Officers Sean McGrath and Alberto Pacho to Sergeant, as well as updates on community services, local events, and various commission meetings.

Highland Park Borough Council Addresses Anti-Semitism, Community Services, and Infrastructure Improvements

Overview: The Highland Park Borough Council recently convened to address a range of issues, including the rise of anti-Semitism, community center services, and infrastructure improvements. The council also acknowledged local achievements and discussed cultural celebrations in connection with Black History Month and the Lunar New Year.

Highland Park City Council Discusses School Funding, Cannabis Licenses, and Community Initiatives

Overview: In a recent Highland Park City Council meeting, topics of discussion and decision-making included the allocation of payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) money to local schools, the issuance of a retail cannabis shop license, and the formation of a supermarket advisory committee. The council addressed concerns raised by residents regarding the number of marijuana dispensaries in the town and the process of issuing cannabis licenses. The meeting also covered the Mayor’s report on community policing and the impact of food insecurity on poverty and crime, as well as updates on various community services and events.