Lonsdale City Council Debates Future Refuse Collection Strategy Amid Infrastructure Concerns

Overview: The Lonsdale City Council meeting on January 6, 2025, was marked by discussions regarding the city’s waste management strategy, upcoming public works projects, and the approval of new advisory board appointments. Central to the meeting was the deliberation over the city’s residential refuse collection contract, set to expire in March.

New Ulm Tree Advisory Commission Tackles Tree Removal and Replanting Amid Upcoming Reconstruction Projects

Overview: The New Ulm Tree Advisory Commission, at its recent meeting, discussed developments regarding tree management and removal, focusing on the Garden Street 2027 reconstruction project and the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) removal program. The commission is poised to balance the removal of mature trees with efforts to encourage replanting, aligning with federal funding and city planning initiatives.

Piscataway Township Sets Sights on Historic Infrastructure Upgrades with State and Federal Support

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Piscataway Township Council, Mayor Brian Wahler announced an ambitious lineup of infrastructure and community development projects, including the township’s largest road reconstruction effort to date, extensive environmental initiatives, and significant enhancements in public safety and technology. These initiatives are backed by substantial state and federal funding.

Garwood Borough Council Prioritizes Community Safety, Affordable Housing, and Film Industry Attraction

Overview: The Garwood Borough Council convened to outline priorities for the upcoming year, including community safety, affordable housing solutions, and initiatives to attract the film industry to the borough. The meeting also saw the swearing-in of new council members and the election of a council president, highlighting a commitment to community engagement and collaboration.

Community Outcry Over Howard Street Zoning Changes Dominates Phillipsburg Land Use Board Meeting

Overview: The Phillipsburg Land Use Board meeting on December 19, 2024, was primarily centered around the contentious zoning reclassification of the Howard Street area from residential to industrial, sparking significant public discontent and calls for greater transparency and community involvement in the decision-making process. The board also addressed updates to the master plan and ongoing zoning map revisions, while considering climate impact assessments and future land use planning.