Belmar Council Tackles Affordable Housing and Silver Lake Restoration

Overview: The Belmar Borough Council recently convened to address pressing community issues, with discussions centered around affordable housing obligations and the revitalization of Silver Lake. The meeting provided comprehensive insight into the town’s strategies for increasing affordable housing units and detailed an plan for restoring Silver Lake to address environmental concerns and enhance its recreational potential.

Belmar Housing Authority Debates Affordable Housing and Local Preferences

Overview: The Belmar Housing Authority (BHA) meeting was dominated by discussions concerning the town’s affordable housing strategy, the possibility of changing residency preferences for these units, and the management of funding allocated for housing improvements. These debates brought to light the various perspectives within the community and among the commissioners regarding the development and allocation of affordable housing in Belmar.

Belmar Council Tackles Affordable Housing and Beach Tent Regulations

Overview: The Belmar Borough Council meeting addressed issues, including affordable housing obligations and beach tent regulations. The discussion on affordable housing dominated the meeting as the council grappled with non-compliance history, ongoing negotiations with developers, and the potential legal and financial implications for the borough. Concurrently, beach tent regulations sparked a debate over the definition of permissible coverings and the need for clear guidelines to ensure safety and visual access to the ocean.

Belmar Library Board Considers Extending Hours, Boosting Community Engagement

Overview: The latest meeting of the Belmar Library Board of Trustees encompassed a variety of discussions, with notable topics including potential changes to the library’s operating hours, the establishment and funding of after-school clubs, and issues with the library’s window installation. The board also focused on community engagement through upcoming events and programs.

Belmar Expands Housing Opportunities to Regional Residents

Overview: The Belmar Housing Authority has proposed changes to its admissions and occupancy policies, potentially impacting the landscape of affordable housing in the region. During a recent meeting, discussions centered on amending the residency preference to include not just local Belmar residents but also those from Mammoth, Mercer, and Ocean counties. This move aims to align with constitutional mandates for affordable housing while also making the Housing Authority eligible for funding through the Borough’s affordable housing trust fund.