Fair Haven Borough Council Approves Inclusive Playground Grant Application Amidst Infrastructure Discussions

Overview: The Fair Haven Borough Council meeting focused on approving a significant grant application for an inclusive playground at CLE School on M Carter Park and addressed various infrastructure and community engagement topics. The council unanimously supported the grant application for Jake’s Law to secure up to $750,000, necessary to upgrade the decades-old playground to accommodate children of all abilities. The meeting also included discussions on drainage solutions for the playground, landscaping plans for the Department of Public Works site, and proposed updates to brush and leaf collection policies.

Fair Haven Planning Board Tackles Affordable Housing Challenges and Master Plan Reexamination

Overview: The Fair Haven Planning Board meeting focused on issues related to affordable housing obligations, the master plan reexamination, and strategies for community engagement. The board addressed the requirement to accommodate 92 new affordable housing units by 2035, as well as the critical task of updating the borough’s master plan by August 2026.

Fair Haven Zoning Board Debates Oversized Home Proposal Amidst Community Concerns

Overview: The Fair Haven Zoning Board meeting focused heavily on an application for a proposed new home on Harvard Road, which would exceed current zoning limits for floor area and setbacks. The proposal sparked discussion from both board members and the public, particularly regarding its potential impact on neighborhood character and the precedent it might set for future developments.

Fair Haven Tackles Environmental Challenges with New Initiatives and Community Engagement

Overview: The Fair Haven Environmental Commission meeting held on November 13, 2024, focused on key environmental initiatives, including the enhancement of McCarter Pond, the implementation of a new tree ordinance, and strategies for improving community engagement through communication channels. Discussions ranged from environmental resource inventories to strategic planning for sustainability certifications, highlighting the commission’s ongoing efforts to address both immediate and long-term ecological concerns.

Fair Haven Borough Council Debates Tree Ordinance Amid Concerns Over Development and Penalties

Overview: In a recent Fair Haven Borough Council meeting, extensive discussion centered on the proposed amendments to the tree preservation ordinance. Key issues included the potential for developers to bypass preservation efforts by paying fees, ambiguities in the regulations, and the need for stricter enforcement against clearcutting and invasive species. The ordinance aims to protect local greenery while balancing property rights, yet concerns persist about its effectiveness and implications for developers and homeowners alike.