Hillsborough Planning Board Meeting Deliberates Significant Subdivision Amidst Easement Controversy

Overview: The Hillsborough Planning Board meeting on September 5, 2024, addressed several issues, including the contentious subdivision application for a property on Camplan Road and a debate over an existing easement impacting the proposed development.

Hillsborough School Board Debates Full-Day Kindergarten Implementation and Facility Upgrades

Overview: The Hillsborough School Board meeting on August 19, 2024, covered a range of topics, most notably the debate over implementing full-day kindergarten and related facility upgrades across the district. The board also discussed redistricting, summer project updates, and committee reports, emphasizing community involvement and transparency throughout.

Hillsborough Council Unveils Narcan Distribution Initiative Amidst Opioid Crisis Battle

Overview: The Hillsborough Borough Council meeting focused on multiple topics, including the unveiling of a Narcan distribution initiative to combat the opioid crisis, the redevelopment of the former Sunny Me landfill, and various community and infrastructure updates.

Hillsborough Council Allocates $185,000 for Building Thermostats

Overview: In a recent Hillsborough Borough Council meeting, the council approved an ordinance, appropriating $185,000 for the purchase of thermostats for the Municipal Building. This move is part of a larger discussion on budget and capital improvements that the council addressed, reflecting on the importance of investing in the township’s infrastructure and essential services. The ordinance, numbered 202-24-13, is slated for public hearing on August 13th, 2024.

Hillsborough Board Examines Warehouse Project Amid Environmental Concerns

Overview: During a recent Hillsborough Planning Board meeting, discussions centered on the application of Homestead Road LLC for the construction of two warehouses, highlighting environmental concerns and compliance with local ordinances. Key issues included the project’s stormwater management plans, the potential impact on local traffic, and the alignment with the master plan for the area. The applicant’s planner, Christine Kone, faced scrutiny from both the board and public objectors, with the latter group including representatives from the Watershed Institute and Stop Houses and Trucks.