Hillsborough Borough Council Celebrates Community Achievements and Tackles Financial Transparency Concerns

Overview: The Hillsborough Borough Council meeting on November 12, 2024, focused on community achievements, notably recognizing the Hillsboro Raider marching band and the Scarecrow Festival, while also addressing transparency issues related to budget transfers and municipal finances. The session featured updates on local businesses, health initiatives, and shared services with neighboring municipalities.

## Hillsborough Planning Board Faces Scrutiny Over Traffic Impact Study for Proposed Warehouse Development

Overview: During the Hillsborough Planning Board meeting on November 7, 2024, discussions ensued over the traffic impact study related to a proposed warehouse development on Homestead Road. Central to the discussion was the use of Land Use Code 150 to estimate truck trip generation, with critics arguing that the study’s reliance on square footage as an independent variable led to unreliable projections.

Hillsborough School Board Celebrates Student Achievements and Reviews Strategic Plans Amidst Community Engagement Discussions

Overview: The Hillsborough School Board convened to celebrate notable student achievements, including the Hillsboro Raider Marching Band’s state championship win, and to discuss ongoing strategic planning focused on student success, culture for learning, and resource management. The meeting also touched on community engagement opportunities and detailed assessments of student performance, highlighting both achievements and areas for improvement.

Hillsborough Borough Council Awards Nearly $10,000 in Grants to Local Organizations

Overview: The Hillsborough Borough Council meeting on October 15, 2024, was a platform for community support and engagement, with the most notable highlight being the awarding of nearly $10,000 in grants by the Hillsborough Township Credit Card Advisory Committee to 13 local organizations. Alongside this, the meeting covered a variety of important community updates, infrastructure projects, and public safety reminders.

Hillsborough Planning Board Approves Two Solar Array Projects Amid Energy Sustainability Push

Overview: The Hillsborough Planning Board met on October 10, 2024, focusing on significant renewable energy initiatives, notably approving two solar array projects. The board also discussed infrastructure safety and design considerations.