Asbury Park Planning Board Grapples with Parking, Lighting, and Public Input in Redevelopment Talks

Overview: During the recent Asbury Park Planning Board meeting, discussions unfolded around the parking and lighting arrangements for a new development on Memorial Drive. The meeting also saw public comments urging for more transparent zoning processes and community involvement. Key topics included the intricacies of parking layout and management, light spillage into residential areas, and how these issues align with community needs and regulatory standards.

Asbury Park Council Reviews Urban Enterprise Zone Plan Amid Community Feedback

Overview: The recent Asbury Park City Council meeting was marked by a detailed presentation on the city’s five-year Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) plan, which aims to boost local economic growth through strategic planning and community engagement. The meeting also addressed public concerns over infrastructure projects, grant funding for tree inventory, and several new ordinances.

Asbury Park Planning Board Races Against Deadline to Adopt Crucial Housing Plan

Overview: The Asbury Park Planning Board held a special meeting on June 30, 2025, to address matters concerning the city’s housing element and fair share plan. The session was called to ensure compliance with deadlines for the fourth round of this planning process, as the city faces legal obligations under New Jersey’s affordable housing mandates. Significant discussions centered on rehabilitation obligations, a major affordable housing project, and procedural challenges faced by the board.

Residents Demand Solutions as Asbury Park City Council Tackles Parking, Infrastructure, and Redevelopment Issues

Overview: The Asbury Park City Council meeting was marked by a focus on resident concerns over parking difficulties, infrastructure changes, and redevelopment plans. The council deliberated on these issues, providing a forum for public input and addressing various ordinances and resolutions.

Deal Lake Commission Tackles Stormwater Management and Dock Installation Controversies

Overview: The recent Deal Lake Commission meeting addressed issues including a new stormwater management project funded by a significant grant, ongoing concerns about a dock construction violating environmental regulations, and various environmental management challenges facing the lake.