- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/13/25
- 02/14/2025
- 92 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Fair Haven Environmental Commission meeting was dominated by discussions surrounding a potential open space tax and innovative stormwater management practices. The commission examined the feasibility of introducing a tax to fund open space maintenance and environmental projects, emphasizing the need for community engagement and education on the benefits of such initiatives. Alongside this, strategies for improving stormwater management were explored.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/12/25
- 02/13/2025
- 143 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Fair Haven Borough Council discussed a proposed health insurance fund, examining its potential benefits and risks, while also addressing local landscaping and stormwater management plans. The health insurance fund, which could make Fair Haven the ninth regional fund in New Jersey, aims to leverage greater buying power for municipalities but raised questions about cost stability and governance.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/6/25
- 02/13/2025
- 200 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Fair Haven Zoning Board meeting, members grappled with multiple complex variance applications, highlighted by discussions on zoning compliance and lot coverage issues. The session was particularly focused on a proposed 61-square-foot addition to a property on Harvard Road, which stirred debate over existing non-conformities and compliance with local zoning laws. Additionally, a major renovation project for a waterfront property and the implications of maintaining the character of a neighborhood dominated the proceedings.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 2/5/25
- 02/06/2025
- 82 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Fair Haven Shade Tree Commission meeting on February 5th, 2025, was a comprehensive session that tackled various initiatives aimed at enhancing the town’s green spaces and promoting sustainability. The most prominent discussion revolved around the launch of a new Memorial Tree Program, designed to allow residents to plant trees in memory of loved ones. Alongside this initiative, the commission also addressed ongoing efforts related to sustainability certification, educational outreach, and tree management within the community.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 1/28/25
- 01/29/2025
- 51 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Fair Haven Historic Preservation Commission meeting addressed several issues, including ADA renovations at Bicentennial Hall, landscaping concerns, and the historical preservation of community artifacts. The commission also discussed a recently awarded grant intended to enhance community engagement and historical programming at Bicentennial Hall.