Public Comments Highlight Allegations Against Howell Police Department

Overview: The recent Howell Town Council meeting was marked by serious allegations of harassment and discriminatory practices within the Howell Township Police Department, as brought forward by the family of a former officer. The meeting also addressed revisions to a Monmouth County grant for park improvements, changes to local ordinances, and upcoming community events.

Howell Zoning Board Debates High-Rise Self-Storage Facility Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Howell Township Zoning Board meeting primarily focused on a proposal from Fort Plains Partners to develop a self-storage facility and flex warehouse space. Key topics included the design and height of the self-storage building, traffic management, environmental concerns, and the project’s impact on local residents.

Howell Planning Board Debates Environmental Safety in Family Daycare Ordinance

Overview: The Howell Township Planning Board meeting on September 5, 2024, focused on discussions about a proposed ordinance for family home daycares, environmental safety concerns, and various site plan approvals. A detailed debate emerged around the environmental implications of allowing family daycares to operate in residential zones, alongside the approval of multiple site plans and subdivisions.

Howell Zoning Board Reviews Development Proposal Amid Concerns Over Environmental Impact and Infrastructure

Overview: The Howell Zoning Board of Adjustment held a comprehensive meeting to discuss the Fort Plains Partners LLC application for a significant commercial development on a 34-acre parcel adjacent to Route 9. The focal point of the meeting was the proposed demolition of a non-compliant bungalow community and the construction of a one-story flex warehouse and a four-story self-storage building, which raised numerous environmental, infrastructure, and community concerns.

Howell Town Council Cracks Down on Underage Tobacco and Vaping Sales

Overview: The Howell Town Council meeting focused on the enforcement of regulations related to underage tobacco and vaping product sales, alongside discussions on community safety, public health initiatives, and infrastructure concerns.