Bernards High School Green Team Leads Environmental Initiatives, Highlighted at Somerset Hills School Board Meeting

Overview: The Somerset Hills School Board meeting on [date] was marked by an impressive presentation from Claire Taylor, the rising senior and president of the Green Team at Bernards High School, who detailed the team’s various environmental initiatives. Other discussions included infrastructure developments, academic goals, and policy updates.

Bernardsville Planning Board Debates Stormwater Regulations and Redevelopment Plan Deviations

Overview: The recent Bernardsville Planning Board meeting focused on topics, including stormwater management regulations, deviations from the local redevelopment plan, parking requirements, and emergency power provisions for a 68-unit residential development. Key discussions revolved around the necessity for new developments to comply with updated stormwater regulations and the justifications for deviations from local zoning requirements in a redevelopment project.

Bernardsville Borough Council Faces Community Pressure on Quimby Village Redevelopment and Affordable Housing

Overview: During the recent Bernardsville Borough Council meeting, community members voiced concerns about the stalled Quimby Village redevelopment project and the amendments to the affordable housing settlement. The discussions included calls for immediate action on Quimby Village, a detailed explanation of funding decisions, and updates on various community initiatives.

Bernardsville Residents Voice Concerns Over Palmer Project

Overview: The latest Bernardsville Planning Board meeting was dominated by public scrutiny over the proposed Palmer project, a development plan that has raised several concerns among residents regarding traffic, environmental impacts, and compliance with local and state regulations. The meeting saw extensive discussion on the potential ramifications of the project, with community members expressing skepticism about the development’s compatibility with the character of the town, its adherence to zoning and environmental regulations, and the transparency of the approval process.

Bernardsville Board Tackles Development Stipulations and Safety Concerns

Overview: In a recent Bernardsville Planning Board meeting, members discussed a variety of stipulations and conditions for a proposed redevelopment plan, focusing on delivery truck access, construction activity regulations, sound attenuation measures, and the management of waste disposal and recycling. The board emphasized the importance of smooth operations for delivery trucks, controlled access for building management, and compliance with local ordinances for construction activities. Concerns were also raised about the impact of noise on units facing the railroad and the need for effective loading area policies to prevent blockages on Mount Ary Road.