The council engaged in a detailed debate over the ordinance to transfer Township-owned property to Morris Habitat for Humanity. This initiative aims to facilitate the construction of 12 affordable housing units. Questions arose about the number of bedrooms and accessibility features of the proposed units. The ordinance was moved for first reading, and the second hearing was set for June 11, 2024.

Residents of Joy Lane brought forth issues regarding the maintenance of their road. They highlighted the historical care provided by the township and the impact on emergency services due to the current state of the road. The residents underlined their contributions to the community and requested the continuation of road maintenance.

In the public comments section, residents showed deep concern for road safety and maintenance across the township. One resident described discomfort while driving due to hazards presented by a pool, while another voiced frustration over the council’s inattention to road upkeep. Another resident called for a reconsideration of zoning regulations for a contentious development project, citing its size and potential negative impact on the neighborhood.

The council recognized May as Older Americans Month. A proclamation was read by the Mayor to this effect, encouraging community support for older residents.

The public hearing section of the meeting saw the release of a performance guarantee for CS Energy’s solar farm project on the former Global landfill property, with confirmation that all requirements had been met. Similarly, the release of a performance guarantee for a commercial property on New Jersey State Highway 34 was approved after clarifying outstanding fees. The issue of the performance guarantee for Wood Haven Village was postponed due to noticing issues and rescheduled for the next council meeting.

The review of a liquor license for Red Zebra LLC revealed that since the enforcement of new stipulations, only six calls related to the establishment had been recorded, with the most recent being a noise complaint in October 2023, which was promptly resolved by police.

The administrative report covered the completion of spring leaf collection, preparations for the Memorial Day Parade, and the repaving of the recycling center. Mental Health Awareness Month and National Law Enforcement Week were also recognized. Furthermore, the council approved the bill list, which included accounts payable and payroll for May 14, 2024. Councilman Garcia provided a breakdown of the overtime expenses.

During the meeting, a council member reflected on the importance of Memorial Day and the sacrifices of veterans. Another council member addressed potential actions for Pride Month recognition. Additionally, a bill related to school funding was discussed, with a council member sharing information and satisfaction with its signing into law.

The council also debated the effectiveness of allocating additional funds to the school system amidst concerns about the current state of education. National Police Week was observed, with accolades for the local police department and the announcement of a donation to the K9 trust fund.