Berkeley Heights School Board Confronts Audit Issues Amidst Financial Discussions

Overview: The Berkeley Heights School Board meeting focused on several issues, with the most significant being the presentation of an audit report that highlighted concerns in the district’s financial control processes, specifically regarding student activities. The auditor’s management report noted repeat findings, such as checks with only one approval signature and inconsistencies in cash receipt postings. These findings stressed the need for improved financial oversight to ensure compliance with state regulations. The board discussed recommendations to strengthen these controls, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the two-signature requirement for checks and timely recording of cash receipts.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board Approves Home Expansions Amid Concerns Over Stormwater and Property Use Violations

Overview: In a recent Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board meeting, the board approved multiple home expansion projects while grappling with concerns about stormwater runoff management, property use violations, and the enforcement of zoning regulations.

Old Tappan Planning Board Intensifies Focus on Boarding House Ordinance Amidst CSLR Concerns

Overview: The Old Tappan Planning Board convened to discuss issues, primarily focusing on a proposed ordinance to regulate Cooperative Sober Living Residences (CSLRs) and boarding houses in residential zones. The board aimed to address the complexities surrounding these living arrangements and ensure compliance with state and local regulations. The meeting also touched on community concerns about the ordinance, the alignment with the master plan, and the need for clarity in affordable housing strategies.

Piscataway Township Plans Ambitious Solar Upgrades for Schools in 2026

Overview: During the recent Piscataway Township Planning Board meeting, a detailed proposal for solar energy upgrades at Piscataway High School and Quibbletown Middle School captured attention. The Board of Education plans to decommission outdated solar arrays and replace them with more efficient systems.

Sayreville Zoning Board Approves Solar Canopy Proposal Amid Safety and Environmental Concerns

Overview: The Sayreville Borough Zoning Board meeting on December 10, 2025, focused on the approval of a solar carport canopy project at Epic Church, located on Main Street Extension. The board heard detailed presentations and concerns from applicants and community members regarding the project’s environmental impact, safety, and community benefits, ultimately leading to the approval of the proposal with a majority vote.