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- Hunterdon County
- 8/5/25
- 08/05/2025
- 82 Minutes
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Overview: The Bethlehem Town Council meeting centered on a debate regarding the appointment of Richard Pongrath to the Planning Commission, amid concerns about potential conflicts of interest and campaign contributions. The council also addressed several ordinances, but the appointment discussion revealed deep divisions among council members, highlighting broader issues of trust and transparency in local governance.
- NJ
- Hunterdon County
- 7/15/25
- 07/15/2025
- 152 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Bethlehem Town Council meeting focused on a substantial revision to the city’s Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO), discussions on affordable housing, and a range of public concerns from civil rights to utility billing. The council considered the implications of these updates on land development processes and the city’s growing housing needs amidst public scrutiny.
- NJ
- Hunterdon County
- 7/1/25
- 07/01/2025
- 115 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Bethlehem Town Council meeting, attention was given to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnerships Program, with discussions on funding allocations, administrative costs, and the challenges of meeting community needs. Public comments further highlighted concerns about housing practices, law enforcement, and civic engagement, with participants voicing dissatisfaction with the council’s handling of issues.
- NJ
- Hunterdon County
- 6/17/25
- 06/17/2025
- 162 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Bethlehem Town Council meeting became a platform for residents to voice their outrage over recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids, which resulted in the detention of 17 immigrants. The public commentary highlighted a demand for transparency and action from the council, with calls for local policies to protect immigrant communities. Alongside these concerns, the council also reviewed economic development programs, including the Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance (LERTA) and the City Revitalization Improvement Zone (CRIZ), with discussions focusing on their effectiveness and potential improvements.
- NJ
- Hunterdon County
- 6/17/25
- 06/17/2025
- 136 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Bethlehem Town Council meeting, attention was devoted to addressing community concerns regarding a recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid, which resulted in the detention of 17 individuals. The meeting also covered topics such as public safety, community development, and infrastructure projects, with residents voicing their concerns and council members responding to various issues.
