Falmouth Planning Board Delays Decision on Solar Project Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The recent Falmouth Planning Board meeting was marked by discussions surrounding a proposed solar array project at the Cape Cod Country Club, leading to a decision to delay a recommendation for an indefinite postponement. The meeting also covered various site plan reviews and zoning amendments, with community members voicing strong opinions on the solar project, affordable housing developments, and zoning issues.

Collingswood Borough Council Partners to Tackle Period Poverty, Discusses Ranked Choice Voting

Overview: In a recent Collingswood Borough Council meeting, the council announced a partnership with Flow Forward New Jersey to address period poverty, discussed several ordinances, and addressed public interest topics such as ranked choice voting and traffic safety. The meeting featured public commentary and council deliberations on various community concerns and governance matters.

Paterson City Council Faces Heated Debate Over Bulk Trash Pickup and Chamber Use

Overview: The Paterson City Council meeting addressed issues, including the debate over bulk trash pickup contracts, the use of city chambers for events, and concerns over police presence and funding. The discussions revealed significant tensions among council members and highlighted the challenges faced by the city administration in managing waste, maintaining public safety, and ensuring effective governance.

Glassboro Borough Council Approves New Agricultural Overlay Zone Amid Public Concerns

Overview: The Glassboro Borough Council meeting on October 14, 2025, was marked by the approval of an ordinance to establish an agricultural overlay zone, aimed at preserving farmland under state programs. The council also addressed various public concerns, including property tax increases, the sale of school property, and the construction of public facilities.

Milton Grapples with Beaver Dam Removal Amid Environmental Concerns

Overview: The Milton Select Board meeting on October 14, 2025, was marked by a complex dialogue about the removal of a problematic beaver dam near Harlem Street, which has been causing significant flooding and road damage. The Department of Public Works (DPW) has been monitoring rising water levels that surpass previous years, leading to frequent road closures and maintenance issues. The DPW outlined a plan to mitigate these concerns by removing the dam, which has been further complicated by funding delays initially meant to address the area through a shovel-ready project.