Gloucester Town Council Debates Sale of MUA and Cannabis Dispensaries

Overview: The Gloucester Town Council tackled issues in its recent meeting, most notably the potential sale of the Municipal Utility Authority (MUA) and the management of cannabis dispensaries within the township. The council introduced the 2024 Municipal budget with appropriations of $79,519,147.35 and discussed the implications of a local purpose tax levy increase. Additionally, the public expressed concerns about the number of medical dispensaries transitioning to recreational use and the use of funds from the sale of the MUA.

Saddle Brook Secures $1 Million Grant for Emergency Generator

Overview: The Saddle Brook Town Council recently convened to address a variety of community concerns and developments. Of particular note was the announcement of a $1 million Congressional appropriation grant awarded to the township for an emergency generator for the Municipal complex, a infrastructure improvement. The meeting also detailed the cost of the new town hall building, set at $28 million, and the passage of ordinances related to electric scooter regulations and short-term rental bans. Furthermore, discussions on the Mayor’s Youth Group activities, upcoming community events, and ongoing infrastructure projects, such as road paving and water main replacements, were topics of the meeting. In response to a resident’s frustration over increased water rates and property taxes, the council highlighted the necessity of including cost details in every resolution.

Bridgewater Town Council Discusses Gas Main Replacement Project Impact

Overview: In the latest Bridgewater Town Council meeting, the most significant topic up for discussion was the coordination of the Public Service Electric & Gas Company’s (PSE&G) ongoing gas main replacement project with the township’s infrastructure and road improvement plans. The project, part of PSE&G’s Gas System Modernization Program (GSMP), aims to upgrade the gas system to reduce methane emissions and enhance service reliability. The council also addressed concerns expressed over detour changes and road maintenance associated with the construction.

Amherst ZBA Grapples with Rental Property Management Concerns

Overview: The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) recently convened to deliberate on a significant modification to a special permit, focusing on the conversion of an owner-occupied property to a rental space and the associated implications for neighborhood dynamics and zoning regulations. The discussion was intense and multifaceted, covering the responsibilities of a resident manager, the impact of non-owner-occupied rentals on the community, and the legal intricacies of leasing arrangements.

Little Ferry School Board Advances Health and Education Initiatives

Overview: The Little Ferry School Board discussed several new initiatives at their April 18th, 2024, meeting, focusing on student health, educational improvement, and facility upgrades. The introduction of an additional full-time nurse, the completion of a student food survey, and progress on school facilities were among the top items.