Fair Haven Borough Council Weighs Open Space Tax Amid Financial Concerns and Public Debate

Overview: In a meeting, the Fair Haven Borough Council deliberated on the potential implementation of an open space tax, which sparked widespread debate among council members and residents. The proposal, intended to fund the maintenance and improvement of the borough’s open spaces, was met with both support and skepticism, highlighting the community’s concern over financial implications and the fair distribution of tax burdens.

Resident’s Frustration Highlights Fair Haven Planning Board’s Development Challenges

Overview: During the recent Fair Haven Planning Board meeting, discussions unfolded around development regulations and procedural challenges, particularly spotlighting a resident’s ongoing struggles with the borough’s subdivision application process. The resident, who sought to subdivide their property on Parker Avenue into two conforming lots, voiced significant frustration over what they perceived as bureaucratic hurdles and lack of communication from borough officials.

Fair Haven Environmental Commission Discusses Open Space Tax and Stormwater Management Initiatives

Overview: The recent Fair Haven Environmental Commission meeting was dominated by discussions surrounding a potential open space tax and innovative stormwater management practices. The commission examined the feasibility of introducing a tax to fund open space maintenance and environmental projects, emphasizing the need for community engagement and education on the benefits of such initiatives. Alongside this, strategies for improving stormwater management were explored.

Fair Haven Borough Council Debates New Health Insurance Fund Amid Cost Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Fair Haven Borough Council discussed a proposed health insurance fund, examining its potential benefits and risks, while also addressing local landscaping and stormwater management plans. The health insurance fund, which could make Fair Haven the ninth regional fund in New Jersey, aims to leverage greater buying power for municipalities but raised questions about cost stability and governance.

Fair Haven Zoning Board Deliberates Complex Variance Applications Amid Compliance Issues

Overview: At the recent Fair Haven Zoning Board meeting, members grappled with multiple complex variance applications, highlighted by discussions on zoning compliance and lot coverage issues. The session was particularly focused on a proposed 61-square-foot addition to a property on Harvard Road, which stirred debate over existing non-conformities and compliance with local zoning laws. Additionally, a major renovation project for a waterfront property and the implications of maintaining the character of a neighborhood dominated the proceedings.