Hunterdon Central School Board Faces Scrutiny Over Budget Surplus and Proposed Tax Increases

Overview: At the recent Hunterdon Central School Board meeting, discussions centered around financial management, budget planning, and the implications of proposed tax increases, particularly in light of a budget surplus. Concerns were raised by both board members and the public regarding the district’s high capital reserves and the justification for increasing the tax levy amidst declining enrollment.

Raritan Zoning Board Dismisses Pool Application, Approves Deck Variance Amid Stormwater Concerns

Overview: The Raritan Zoning Board meeting held on March 19, 2026, featured discussions on three applications, culminating in the dismissal of a pool variance request and the approval of a deck variance that addressed stormwater runoff concerns. The board also granted a time extension to Countryside Properties LLC for a site plan application.

Raritan Planning Board Approves Innovative Manufacturing’s Relocation to Raritan with Minimal Public Opposition

Overview: During the recent Raritan Township Planning Board meeting, the board approved several significant proposals, with the relocation and site modifications of Innovative Manufacturing taking center stage. The aerospace component manufacturer plans to move to a single-tenancy building within an I2 zone, shifting from its current site shared with two other tenants. The approval allows the company to implement various structural changes to its new premises, including the removal of existing entrances, the installation of a recessed entryway and canopy for employees, and the creation of a new drive-in entrance with a 12-foot wide door. These modifications are designed to facilitate the company’s operations without increasing impervious coverage, although five parking spaces will be removed as part of the changes. Nonetheless, the property remains adequately parked, with 99 spaces deemed sufficient for the business’s needs.

Raritan Zoning Board Delays Key Decisions Due to Insufficient Notices and Conservation Issues

Overview: At the recent Raritan Zoning Board meeting, significant delays were announced in the consideration of two variance applications, primarily due to insufficient notification and complex conservation easement issues. The board decided to reschedule the hearing for a proposed hotel expansion and a residential pool installation due to procedural and regulatory setbacks.

Hunterdon Central School Board Faces Legal Service Challenges Amid Budgetary and Policy Debates

Overview: At a recent Hunterdon Central School Board meeting, discussions centered on legal service agreements, budgetary constraints, and policy revisions. The board grappled with complexities surrounding legal service rates, concerns over public perception, and the implications of policy changes.