Millburn Township Committee Elects New Mayor and Deputy Mayor Amidst Appointments and Calls for Unity

Overview: The January 2nd, 2024, meeting of the Millburn Township Committee commenced with a shift in leadership as Annette Romano was elected as mayor and Frank Sandy was appointed as Deputy Mayor. Their inauguration was succeeded by the unanimous appointment of Jared Kerner as the Township attorney.

Millburn Town Council Meeting: Police Appointments, Flood Mitigation, Affordable Housing, and Public Concerns Addressed

Overview: At the Millburn Town Council meeting on December 19th, 2023, the council addressed a host of issues, from police officer appointments and recognitions, to flood mitigation efforts, affordable housing obligations, and social media misinformation. The council also responded to public concerns over a wide range of topics including police staffing, theater renovations, and the historic district designation process.

Millburn Town Zoning Board Gives Green Light to Christ Church Pavilion and Addresses Property Variance Issues

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Millburn Town Zoning Board discussed a series of property-related cases, with the proposal from Christ Church in Short Hills taking center stage. The church sought variance relief to construct a 12 ft by 12 ft open-sided wood Pavilion for outdoor educational purposes. The board, which saw the attendance of Vice Chair Craig Ploetner, Gary Rosen, Regina Truitt, Joseph Caulfield, and others, approved the application, following a review of the design and its implications.

Millburn Historical Preservation Board Approves Developments Amid Neighbor Concerns

Overview: The Millburn Town Historical Preservation Board recently approved several developments in the historic district, including projects on Stewart Road and Chestnut Street. These approvals came despite concerns from community members and neighboring property owners. The meeting also discussed a front yard setback definition and the construction of a new single-family residence in the Short Hill Park historic district.

Millburn Town Planning Board Set to Unveil Public Review of Open Space Master Plan

Overview: The Millburn Town Planning Board is gearing up to release a comprehensive draft of the open space element of the town’s master plan. The document, prepared after robust stakeholder engagement and public outreach, is expected to be open for public review and comments by the end of December.