Piscataway Township Celebrates Moody’s Double-A Plus Rating Amid Holiday Announcements

Overview: The recent Piscataway Township Council meeting highlighted the municipality’s financial achievement of a double-A plus stable rating from Moody’s, alongside a series of festive announcements for the holiday season. The rating was praised as an affirmation of the township’s fiscal stability, though discussions pointed to challenges in achieving a higher triple-A rating due to household income metrics influenced by the presence of Rutgers University.

Piscataway Township Council Greenlights $16.2 Million Bond for Capital Improvements Amid Limited Public Engagement

Overview: The Piscataway Township Council convened on November 26, 2024, to discuss and adopt a series of ordinances focused on infrastructure and property management, including a $16.2 million bond ordinance for various capital improvements. Despite the importance of these legislative actions, the meeting was marked by minimal public participation.

Wellspring Adult Daycare Seeks Use Variance for New Facility in Piscataway

Overview: The Piscataway Township Zoning Board of Adjustment’s recent meeting focused heavily on two key applications for use variances, most notably the proposal by Wellspring Adult Daycare to establish a new facility for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

Piscataway Township Planning Board Approves Highland Avenue Subdivision Amidst Concerns Over Non-Conforming Lot

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Piscataway Township Planning Board approved a subdivision plan for a property on Highland Avenue, despite discussions surrounding a potentially non-conforming lot. Concurrently, the board deferred a decision on the redevelopment of a warehouse at Corporate Place due to unresolved tenant issues and site maintenance concerns.

Piscataway Township Moves Forward with Ordinance Amendments and Environmental Concerns Highlighted

Overview: The Piscataway Township Council meeting focused on the adoption of an ordinance amending various chapters of the municipal code, including administration, licensing, and fire prevention, which passed its first reading. Environmental concerns were also raised by residents, alongside discussions on public works and IT infrastructure.