Highlands Borough Council Backs Plan for Motorized Boat Races

Overview: Highlands Borough Council’s latest meeting brought forward the proposal of a highly anticipated motorized boat race event slated to take place in May, promising significant economic and recreational benefits to the town. The council’s support was evident as they planned to formalize their backing in an upcoming session. Other matters discussed included zoning amendments, school updates, emergency services, and a resident’s concern over a North Peak Street project.

Highlands Borough Council Approves Building Ordinance and Addresses Soil Erosion Legal Action

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Highlands Borough Council addressed several issues including the approval of ordinance 0242, which amends building and housing provisions, and the decision to pursue legal action concerning soil erosion on private property. The council also adopted resolutions regarding the 2024 temporary budget and improvements to Veterans Memorial Park, among other administrative matters.

Highlands Borough Council Approves Bond Notes and Advances Infrastructure Projects

Overview: In a recent meeting held on February 7th, 2024, the Highlands Borough Council passed several resolutions significant for the borough’s financial and infrastructural development. The council authorized the issuance and sale of Bond Anticipation Notes not exceeding $10,940,000 to the Monmouth County Improvement Authority, facilitating lower interest rates for the borough’s various projects. Moreover, the council approved change order number two for phase one of the sanitary sewer improvement project.

Highlands Honors Local Student for Navy Commissioning Coin Design

Overview: In a recent Highlands Borough Council meeting, the most notable event was the proclamation celebrating Russell Kashmer, a junior at the Marine Academy of Science and Technology, for his winning design of the USS New Jersey SSN 796 commissioning coin. Kashmer’s design, which was chosen from over 300 submissions, features the view from Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook and incorporates symbols significant to New Jersey. The Council extended their congratulations and recognized Kashmer’s achievement as an outstanding contribution to society.

Highlands Borough Council Meeting Spotlights Police Chief’s Honor, Town’s Growth, and Infrastructure Achievements

Overview: At the recent Highlands Borough Council meeting, the community’s advancements and recognitions took center stage. Police Chief Robert Burton received accolades for his election as the 84th president of the Monmouth County Chiefs Association, making him the first from Highlands to hold this title. The town’s economic growth was underscored by a property valuation increase to over $1.1 billion and the opening of new businesses such as Beastro Iberia. Infrastructure projects like the Water Witch Pump Station and sewer improvements were noted successes. The return of the building department and municipal court to Highlands was marked, alongside the Bronze certification for the Green Team sustainable Jersey and aspirations for Silver certification.