Dunellen Borough Council Approves Exceeding Budget Limits, Discusses Electric Scooters Ban

Overview: The Dunellen Borough Council convened on April 21, 2025, to address key legislative actions and community initiatives. Notably, the council approved an ordinance to exceed the municipal budget appropriation limits for 2025 and establish a cap bank. They also debated amendments to restrict motorized and electric scooters in public parks, emphasizing safety and accessibility for all.

Dunellen Borough Council Addresses Budget Challenges, Swears in New Court Administrator

Overview: The Dunellen Borough Council meeting on April 7, 2025, focused on the introduction of the municipal budget, the swearing-in of a new court administrator, and several resolutions aimed at improving community services and infrastructure. With pressing financial challenges due to rising costs, the council navigated complex budgetary considerations while also advancing local projects and acknowledging community contributions.

Dunellen Borough Council Swears in New Officers, Approves Key Infrastructure Projects

Overview: At the Dunellen Borough Council meeting on March 18, 2025, the council swore in two new patrolmen, approved significant infrastructure projects, and discussed upcoming community events. The session also addressed community concerns, including traffic safety and school district demographics.

Dunellen Borough Council Considers Sale of Aging Sewer System Amidst Public Concerns

Overview: The Dunellen Borough Council meeting on March 3, 2025, centered on a proposal to potentially sell the borough’s sanitary sewer system. The discussion was led by Ms. Shiron Rry Den, a special project advisor, who presented the proposal as an exploratory step rather than a commitment. The aging infrastructure of the sewer system has led to increasing maintenance costs, prompting the council to explore financial relief through a sale. Residents will ultimately decide the fate of the system in a public vote scheduled for November.

Verizon FiOS Set to Enhance Dunellen’s Connectivity with 18-Month Buildout Plan

Overview: During the recent Dunellen Borough Council meeting, plans for the introduction of Verizon FiOS were discussed. This initiative promises to provide residents with new service options, potentially improving competition and enhancing service quality. Preliminary discussions between borough officials and Verizon representatives outlined an 18-month buildout process, which is expected to expand connectivity and offer residents an alternative to existing service providers.