Garwood Borough Faces Legal Challenge Over Affordable Housing Plan Amid Infrastructure Progress

Overview: The Garwood Borough Council meeting was marked by developments, with the council facing a legal challenge to its fourth-round housing element and fair share plan (HFSP) while progressing on key infrastructure projects. Also discussed were community engagement initiatives, public safety updates, and plans for upcoming events.

Clark School Board Honors Late Member Tom Lewis, Discusses $35 Million Bond Referendum

Overview: The Clark School Board meeting was marked by tributes to the late Tom Lewis, a long-serving board member whose recent passing left a palpable impact on the community. Concurrently, the board addressed pressing financial matters, including an upcoming $35 million bond referendum aimed at significant district improvements without increasing school taxes.

Garwood Council Discusses Transit Improvements, Sign Ordinance, and Infrastructure Repairs

Overview: The Garwood Borough Council meeting addressed several community topics, including transportation upgrades, revisions to signage regulations, and infrastructure repairs. Notable discussions included ongoing transit improvements involving New Jersey Transit, clarifications on the sign ordinance, and updates on sewer line repairs and flood management strategies.

Garwood Borough Council Discusses Flooding Response, Infrastructure Challenges, and Pedestrian Safety

Overview: The recent Garwood Borough Council meeting addressed topics including the borough’s response to a recent flooding event, ongoing infrastructure challenges, and concerns over pedestrian safety. Discussions also included updates on municipal services, planning board decisions, and upcoming community events.

Garwood Planning Board Approves Certificate of Nonconformity for Garden Apartment Complex

Overview: The Garwood Planning Board convened to discuss several issues, with the primary focus on the approval of a certificate of nonconformity for a 36-unit garden apartment complex located at 543rd Avenue. This decision came amidst debates regarding historical zoning records and concerns about the future implications for property use.