Belmar Borough Council Prepares for Affordable Housing Developments and Bids Farewell to Key Members

Overview: In the final meeting of 2025, the Belmar Borough Council addressed updates regarding affordable housing developments and bid farewell to outgoing council members. Progress was reported on the borough’s compliance with state affordable housing mandates, while departing council members reflected on their service.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Acquires 10 Acres for Open Space from St. Christopher’s Church

Overview: In a special meeting of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board held on December 24, 2025, the primary focus was the township’s acquisition of 10 acres from St. Christopher’s Church for open space preservation. This purchase aims to prevent potential development on the land, aligning with the township’s broader strategy to maintain green spaces. The meeting, which included a courtesy review of the subdivision, concluded with the board finding that the acquisition was not inconsistent with the master plan.

Lacey Town Council Establishes New Assistant Business Administrator Position

Overview: During the recent Lacey Town Council meeting, the council approved the creation of a new position, Assistant Business Administrator, along with setting a salary range for the role between $60,000 and $90,000. This development was accompanied by inquiries from the public regarding how this salary range was determined. A resident, Regina Desenda, questioned the council, asking for more details on the criteria used to establish the salary range. The council explained that the range was based on comparable positions in nearby towns, taking into account the qualifications of potential appointees.

Hoboken City Council Approves New Stop-Loss Insurance Contract Amid Concerns Over Coverage Limits

Overview: The Hoboken City Council convened to deliberate on the approval of a stop-loss insurance contract with 180 Intermediaries, ultimately voting unanimously in favor of the resolution despite concerns over rising costs and coverage limits. The council emphasized the need for an insurance policy that mitigates financial risks associated with healthcare claims while ensuring continuity in coverage.

Union Town Council Considers Fair Treatment of Local Businesses Amid New Year’s Eve Controversy

Overview: The Union Town Council meeting addressed several issues, including the fairness of regulations applied to local businesses, the introduction and approval of various ordinances, and updates on municipal operations. A significant portion of the discussion focused on concerns raised by a community member about perceived unfair treatment of a black-owned business regarding operating hours on New Year’s Eve.