Nutley Rent Leveling Board Grapples with Stormwater Concerns in Redevelopment Plan Debate

Overview: The Nutley Rent Leveling Board meeting was predominantly centered on the discussion of a contentious redevelopment plan for the ON3 campus, with concerns about stormwater management and flooding risks taking center stage. The redevelopment plan proposes transforming the site into a hub for medical offices, data centers, and other facilities, but public comments highlighted concerns about the potential environmental impacts, particularly regarding stormwater runoff and flooding in the surrounding community.

Greenfield City Council Faces Debate Over Reallocating Funds from Sidewalks to Food Pantry and Lockers

Overview: The Greenfield City Council meeting centered on the controversial reallocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, sparking discussions over shifting financial resources from infrastructure projects to social services, including a food pantry and a proposed locker project for the unhoused community.

Amherst Town Council Advances Black Reparations Efforts Amid Broader Governance Discussions

Overview: In a June 30, 2025, meeting marked by robust discourse, the Amherst Town Council took steps toward formalizing the charge of the Amherst Black Reparations Committee (ABRC). This development was part of a broader agenda packed with discussions about community representation, planning board appointments, and public safety issues related to ICE activities.

Asbury Park Planning Board Races Against Deadline to Adopt Crucial Housing Plan

Overview: The Asbury Park Planning Board held a special meeting on June 30, 2025, to address matters concerning the city’s housing element and fair share plan. The session was called to ensure compliance with deadlines for the fourth round of this planning process, as the city faces legal obligations under New Jersey’s affordable housing mandates. Significant discussions centered on rehabilitation obligations, a major affordable housing project, and procedural challenges faced by the board.

Conway Selectboard Approves $60,000 Zero-Interest Loan for Home Repairs Amid Property Sale Efforts

Overview: During the Conway Selectboard meeting on June 30, 2025, discussions focused on approving a zero-interest loan of up to $60,000 to fund necessary repairs on Bobby Melville’s property, facilitating its preparation for sale. The board addressed the complexities associated with the loan, emphasizing the urgency due to an identified potential buyer through Franklin County. The loan will enable interior work, including mold remediation and other repairs, crucial for the property’s sale. Approval of this loan will place a lien on the property.