Fair Haven Historic Preservation Commission Reviews Bicentennial Hall Project, Eyes 250th Anniversary Deadline

Overview: The Fair Haven Historic Preservation Commission’s recent meeting centered on the review of updates and plans for the restoration of Bicentennial Hall, a project with a strategic deadline set for the town’s 250th anniversary. The session involved discussions on construction documents, landscaping proposals, and funding strategies.

Fair Haven Borough Council Weighs Data Center Ban Amid Utility Concerns

Overview: The Fair Haven Borough Council deliberated on a proposed ordinance to prohibit data centers, citing the potential strain on local utilities and environmental concerns. This item dominated the meeting, revealing a council intent on regulating utility consumption to protect community resources while managing future technological changes. Additionally, parking issues related to Red Bank Regional High School’s graduation and a liquor license debate added to the meeting’s lengthy agenda.

Fair Haven Planning Board Advances Master Plan with Emphasis on Public Engagement

Overview: The Fair Haven Planning Board meeting primarily focused on advancing the master plan re-examination process, emphasizing public participation and transparency. With the public survey analysis completed, the board aims to foster community input and carefully align future meetings with municipal schedules to ensure broad engagement.

Fair Haven Commission Discusses Carbon Roots Initiative and Communication Challenges

Overview: The recent Fair Haven Environmental Commission meeting was marked by discussions on a new environmental initiative called Carbon Roots, led by a local student, as well as ongoing challenges in communication and collaboration with the Department of Public Works (DPW) and other local environmental groups.

Fair Haven Council Discusses Library Renovations, AI Regulations, and Infrastructure Projects

Overview: The recent Fair Haven Borough Council meeting, held on June 8th, 2026, focused on discussions around the renovation of the Fair Haven Library, plans to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) data centers, and infrastructure improvements, including the potential installation of a roundabout at a key intersection. These discussions were complemented by considerations on staffing levels at the Department of Public Works (DPW) and ordinance amendments concerning business operational hours.