Piscataway School Board Discusses Budget and Strategic Planning

Overview: The Piscataway School Board recently convened to address a range of topics critical to the district’s operations and strategic direction. Central to the meeting was the discussion on the district’s budget, highlighting fiscal responsibility, the impact of state aid funding, and the challenges of managing the tax levy. The Superintendent underscored the importance of community feedback on the forthcoming strategic plan for 2024-2029 and the budget presentation for the next school year, with board members expressing pride in their financial diligence.

Piscataway Planning Board Contemplates Redevelopment and Variances

Overview: In a recent Piscataway Township Planning Board meeting, substantial deliberations centered on the redevelopment of two lots deemed in need and various applications seeking variances. The board extensively examined an area referred by the council for redevelopment, PepsiCo Beverages North America’s request for variances for signage and a CO2 Silo, and QTS Investment Properties LLC’s application for improvements to an existing data center.

Piscataway Council Advances Urban Renewal and Budget Plans

Overview: The Piscataway Township Council meeting addressed significant municipal matters including financial agreements aimed at urban renewal, the introduction of the municipal budget for the year 2024, and discussions on community support following a local fire. In what was a multifaceted session, the council also highlighted Women’s History Month and responded to a resident’s concerns regarding street maintenance and property violations.

Piscataway Planning Board Deliberates Housing Development Project Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Piscataway Township Planning Board recently convened to discuss a significant housing development project proposed by H Lane Phase 2 LLC, which promises to bring 101 residential units, including affordable housing, to the township. The project, covering 75.6 acres within the Town Center Zone, has sparked discussions among board members and residents regarding its compliance with zoning requirements, the impact on local infrastructure, and the distribution of affordable units. Amid these deliberations, technical difficulties with the microphone system during the public comment period created additional challenges, resulting in a decision to carry the discussion forward to the next meeting on April 10th.

Residents Demand Action on Speeding Issues on Buckingham Drive

Overview: At the recent city council meeting, one notable issue raised by the community was the need to address the speeding problems on Buckingham Drive. Local residents, including Amina Lewis and others, appealed to the council, presenting a petition for the installation of speed humps and additional safety measures to protect their neighborhood, particularly the children. The council acknowledged the prevalence of speeding issues and expressed commitment to finding solutions, including the possibility of installing safety speed cameras and increased speed monitoring. Mayor Brian C.