Bradley Beach Borough Council Weighs Sewer System Management Options

Overview: In a recent Bradley Beach Borough Council meeting, discussions centered around the management of the borough’s sewer infrastructure, highlighting the evaluation of options such as maintenance, public-private contracting, long-term lease, or sale. The council considered the aging sewer system, including 100-year-old terracotta pipes, and discussed the potential need for substantial borrowing for repairs. A representative explained that public-private contracting, governed by the New Jersey Wastewater Treatment Public Private Contracting Act, would keep the system as borough property while outsourcing management. Selling the system would relinquish maintenance responsibilities but would require the use of proceeds to pay off existing debts. Concerns were raised about losing control over rate setting and the impact on rates due to borrowing. Options were discussed in terms of the risks and rewards, with no immediate decision made.

Bradley Beach Land Use Board Tackles Property Development Concerns

Overview: The Bradley Beach Land Use Board recently held a meeting to discuss a range of property-related matters, with attention given to the conversion of a bed and breakfast into a single-family dwelling and the expansion of a garage structure. The discussion about the property conversion raised confusion among board members regarding the building’s intended use and definition of a single-family home, leading to a decision to postpone the matter for additional clarification and review. Another focal point was the proposed garage extension on a non-conforming property, prompting the board to request professional planning testimony before proceeding.

Asbury Park School Board Faces Budget Challenges Amid State Cuts

Overview: At a recent Asbury Park School Board meeting, discussions centered around the district’s financial crisis, sparked by state budget cuts and declining enrollment. The board deliberated on a range of issues, including the decrease in state aid, the impact of charter schools on the district’s finances, and ethical considerations surrounding board member conduct. The meeting culminated in the approval of a tentative budget, albeit with disagreement among members on certain items.

Bradley Beach Discusses Budget Woes, Tree Preservation, and Beach Badge Debates

Overview: A recent Bradley Beach Borough Council meeting addressed a myriad of issues, with financial concerns taking center stage. The council grappled with a delayed budget delivery, a contentious decision on free beach badges, and a resident’s call for a criminal investigation into the mayor’s conduct. Other topics included the Shade Tree Commission’s initiatives, public works projects, and the condition of local lakes.

Bradley Beach Council Grapples with Budget and Police Chief Retirement

Overview: The recent Bradley Beach Borough Council meeting delved into several issues, among which the budget delivery delay and the retirement of the town’s police chief sparked discussion and debate among council members and residents. The meeting, focused on a myriad of community concerns, also served as the platform for the Department of Public Works (DPW) to present an extensive overview of their activities, and for the Shade Tree Commission to highlight its achievements and plans for enhancing the borough’s tree canopy.