Gardner Board of Health Votes to Reduce Tobacco Sales Suspension Amid Compliance Check Disputes

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Gardner Board of Health decided to reduce a suspension period for Anthony’s Package Store from three days to one day following a tobacco sales violation. The decision followed a contentious hearing where the store owner disputed the nature of compliance checks and the fairness of imposed penalties.

Bedminster Council Tackles Unsightly Property Issues and Prepares for Infrastructure Upgrades

Overview: In a recent Bedminster Town Council meeting, discussions centered on introducing an ordinance to address unsightly properties and the need for infrastructure improvements. The council highlighted a growing concern over property maintenance, specifically focusing on the deposits of wood chips and debris in residential areas that have caused safety hazards and undesirable living conditions. Additionally, the council reviewed ongoing utility upgrades and discussed resolutions for grant applications to fund local projects.

Howell Zoning Board Grants Variances for Special Needs School Amid Resident Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Howell Zoning Board approved a conditional use variance for a proposed educational facility designed to teach prevocational skills to students with disabilities on a farm property. The decision, which passed unanimously, grants the Center for Education New Jersey permission to convert a residential structure into a school, despite several zoning ordinance discrepancies. The board’s decision was met with both support and opposition from local residents, highlighting concerns over lighting, traffic, and the preservation of the area’s rural character.

Denville School Board Tackles Transportation Challenges Amid New Housing Developments

Overview: The Denville School Board meeting focused on addressing transportation hurdles, the impact of new housing developments on district resources, and ongoing district goals. Key discussions included transportation task force updates, goals to improve communication, and concerns about funding and infrastructure due to potential student population increases.

Southwick Zoning Board Grants Variances for Deck Projects Amid Concerns Over Property Lines

Overview: The Southwick Zoning Board of Appeals convened to address multiple variance requests concerning deck constructions at 54 and Berkshire Avenue. The meeting revealed discussions about property line distances, construction methodologies, and neighborly relations, ultimately resulting in unanimous approvals for the variances requested.