Old Bridge Township Grapples with New Affordable Housing Mandates Amid Community Concerns

Overview: At a recent Old Bridge Township Council meeting, the primary focus was on the new affordable housing legislation signed by Governor Murphy, which could alter the landscape of municipalities across New Jersey. Under this new law, Old Bridge is required to build several affordable housing units, sparking concerns about infrastructure strain, financial burdens, and the community’s future.

Old Bridge Township Council Tackles Traffic Safety with New Stop Sign and Speed Limit Discussions

Overview: The recent meeting of the Old Bridge Township Council saw a focused discussion on traffic safety improvements, with the approval of a four-way stop sign at the intersection of Old Mill Road and Spring Hill Road. Residents and council members highlighted concerns about speeding and visibility, prompting a collaborative effort to enhance safety measures. In addition to this issue, the council also addressed various ordinances, administrative matters, and community initiatives, underlining a commitment to local development and resident welfare.

Old Bridge Township Zoning Board Approves Key Variances for Residential and Commercial Developments

Overview: The Old Bridge Township Zoning Board of Adjustment convened to address several applications, resulting in the approval of variances for residential property expansions and commercial site plan modifications. Key decisions included the endorsement of a C variance for Renaissance at Oldbridge LLC, which involved shared parking arrangements, and the approval of variances for a residential addition on Highway 516 and a fence installation at Gazania Drive.

Old Bridge Township Council: New Jersey’s Military Women’s Memorial Ambassador Calls for Greater Recognition and Participation.

Overview: At the recent Old Bridge Township Council meeting, Phyllis Jones, a New Jersey Ambassador for the Military Women’s Memorial, advocated for increased participation and awareness among women veterans in New Jersey. She highlighted the current underrepresentation of New Jersey women at the memorial compared to other states, urging veterans to share their stories and register them at the memorial.

Old Bridge Library Board Grapples with Stipend Policy, RFID Project Discrepancies, and Technology Upgrades

Overview: The Old Bridge Library Board of Trustees meeting centered on complex discussions about activating a stipend for additional responsibilities during the library director’s absence, discrepancies found in the library’s inventory due to an RFID project, and the need to upgrade outdated computer systems.