Bernardsville Council Passes Robust 2026 Budget Amid Extensive Discussions on Fiscal Strategy

Overview: During the latest Bernardsville Borough Council meeting, the council approved a budget for 2026.

Somerset Hills School Board Approves $54.1 Million Budget Amid Rising Costs

Overview: The Somerset Hills School Board meeting was dominated by discussions surrounding the district’s proposed $54.1 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which includes a significant local tax levy increase and adjustments due to rising operational costs. The budget aims to balance educational priorities with financial constraints, affecting tax rates across the district’s towns.

Somerset Hills School Board Recognizes Female Athletes, Adjusts School Start Times, and Tackles Policy Concerns

Overview: The Somerset Hills School Board meeting was highlighted by the recognition of exceptional female athletes, a decision to adjust school start times, and discussions on school policies, including co-curricular participation and student privacy. The board celebrated achievements in sports and academics and addressed community concerns on various issues.

Bernardsville Planning Board Sets In-Person Meetings for 2026, Tackles Project Concerns

Overview: The Bernardsville Planning Board meeting covered topics, including the transition to in-person meetings starting in 2026, discussions on the compliance of a generator installation project, and the revision of the recreation and open space master plan. These discussions revealed concerns around logistical arrangements for future meetings, the impacts of construction projects, and the challenges of document formatting.

Bernardsville Council Explores Elevator Proposal, Approves Key Ordinances, and Celebrates Community Initiatives

Overview: The Bernardsville Borough Council meeting on March 23, 2026, covered a broad array of community-focused issues, including a proposed elevator at the train station, several ordinance introductions and approvals, and discussions on enhancing public services and community engagement.