Dunellen Council Tackles Snow Removal, Sewer Rates, and Housing Concerns in Packed Meeting

Overview: In a recent meeting on February 2, 2026, the Dunellen Borough Council addressed several community issues, including snow removal challenges, adjustments to sewer rates, and concerns about real estate and housing affordability.

Dunellen Council Faces Parking Enforcement Challenges During Snow Events

Overview: The Dunellen Borough Council meeting on January 20, 2026, tackled various community issues, with the most significant being parking enforcement challenges during snow events. Residents expressed concerns about the effectiveness of current methods, while the council discussed resolutions, community activities, and public safety initiatives.

Dunellen Borough Council Advances Infrastructure and Community Projects Amidst Leadership Changes

Overview: The Dunellen Borough Council meeting on January 1, 2026, highlighted developments in infrastructure improvements, community projects, and local government organization for the new year. The session, characterized by a structured approach to governance, discussed a series of resolutions, infrastructure advancements, and ongoing revitalization efforts in the borough, alongside the swearing-in of re-elected council members and appointments to key positions.

Dunellen Borough Council Faces Funding Challenges for Substance Abuse Programs Amid New Guidelines

Overview: The Dunellen Borough Council meeting focused on the challenges faced by the Municipal Alliance Committee (DMA) in securing funding for substance misuse prevention programs. New state guidelines have imposed financial strains by requiring multiple evidence-based programs, increasing the costs significantly. This has limited the council’s ability to allocate resources effectively across other essential community initiatives. Concerns were voiced about the impact of these requirements on the borough’s ability to maintain effective educational outreach, particularly through successful leadership academies.

Dunellen Borough Council Approves New Sewer Rates and Honors Local Volunteers

Overview: The Dunellen Borough Council meeting on December 1, 2025, saw the approval of new sewer rates aimed at addressing aging infrastructure and honoring local volunteers for their service. Key discussions included the financial strategy for the borough’s sewer system, the acquisition of property for municipal services, and the recognition of community contributors.