Fair Haven Planning Board Reviews Sandy Hook Seafood Market Proposal Amidst Community Concerns

Overview: The Fair Haven Planning Board meeting focused on the application for Sandy Hook Seafood, a proposed retail seafood market with indoor dining at 615 and River Road. The board examined site plans, variances, and community impact, with discussions addressing operational logistics, safety issues, and environmental considerations.

Fair Haven Environmental Commission Tackles Rain Garden Projects and Sustainable Initiatives

Overview: The Fair Haven Environmental Commission meeting centered on enhancing community sustainability practices, with rain garden projects and the Sustainable Jersey initiative taking center stage.

Fair Haven Zoning Board Faces Challenges with Structural Integrity and Variance Requests

Overview: The Fair Haven Zoning Board meeting was primarily focused on the complications arising from a renovation project that faced structural integrity issues and its implications for variance requests, alongside discussions about compliance with existing zoning regulations for other residential projects.

Fair Haven Shade Tree Commission Secures $5,000 Grant for Community Forestry Management

Overview: During the recent Fair Haven Shade Tree Commission meeting, members celebrated the acquisition of a $5,000 grant intended for developing a new community forestry management plan. The commission, which had previously operated under a plan from 2014 to 2019, issued a purchase order to Bill Brash, an expert expected to attend the next meeting to discuss his approach. The grant allows the commission to embark on the plan’s development immediately, with volunteer hours contributing to the initiative’s progress. The completion deadline is set for December 1st to accommodate state review.

Historic Color Debate and Community Engagement Highlight Fair Haven Commission Meeting

Overview: The Fair Haven Historic Preservation Commission meeting focused on multiple topics, including the ongoing construction project on River Road, updates on Bicentennial Hall, and the preservation of historical stories and artifacts related to Fisk Chapel. A notable point of discussion was the debate over the repainting of Bicentennial Hall, emphasizing the need to balance historical accuracy with modern community preferences. Additionally, the meeting explored the importance of educating the local population about Fisk Chapel’s historical significance.