- NJ
- Morris County
- 6/19/24
- 06/20/2024
- 64 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Morris Town Council meeting, held recently, was marked by the adoption of ordinances impacting the community, including amendments to environmental commission revisions, the approval of funding for Firehouse roof replacements, and adjustments to vehicles and traffic regulations concerning handicap parking spaces. Additionally, a boundary line agreement with Morris Township was ratified, and a list of bills amounting to over $10 million was approved.
- NJ
- Morris County
- 6/10/24
- 07/22/2024
- 150 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The latest Morris Town Council meeting saw a debate over a proposed property development that included a house addition, pool house, and garage revision plans. The council discussed at length the revised plans submitted by an applicant, which involved the elimination of an office addition and adjustments to variances related to side yards, garage, and pool house. The board grappled with concerns over the 10-day rule for plan submissions and pondered whether the changes required additional review time or if the public had a right to see the revised plans in advance.
- NJ
- Morris County
- 6/3/24
- 07/22/2024
- 147 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Morris Town Council recently approved a contentious subdivision proposal on Starlight Drive, addressing significant public concerns and environmental considerations. The proposal included a discussion on the lot line adjustments to accommodate the creation of equal lot widths for two properties, variance requests, and the introduction of a low-pressure sewage system for a single-family home. The meeting also touched on the responsibility for replacing trees removed during development, the impact of Hurricane Sandy, and soil erosion concerns.
- NJ
- Morris County
- 5/22/24
- 06/14/2024
- 116 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Morris Town Council meeting, significant amendments to the Red Bull Arena Inc. ’s General Development Plan (GDP) and major site plan were approved. The amendments proposed a reduction in the size and scope of the Red Bulls’ training facility, adjustments to the landscaping, and changes to the project’s construction timing. The council unanimously carried the motion to approve the amended application, noting the benefits the project would bring to the town and praising the collaborative effort of all parties involved, including public contributions.
- NJ
- Morris County
- 5/15/24
- 05/18/2024
- 63 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Morris Town Council recently convened to address a range of issues, with the spotlight on the approval and adoption of eight ordinances, including key capital improvements and bond ordinances for various projects. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the discussion of the Collinsville Tucker field reconstruction project, a major infrastructure initiative that received substantial funding from federal, state, and local sources. Council members expressed their gratitude to professionals and residents involved, emphasizing the significance of investing in the park facility and describing it as a “major milestone” for the community. The project was highlighted as a priority and upon completion, it would provide a “park worth visiting and playing in.”