Maple Shade Planning Board Approves Subdivision Amidst Concerns Over Lot Viability

Overview: The Maple Shade Planning Board meeting on November 20th primarily focused on the subdivision of a property on South Terse Avenue, where a single-family home and a car repair shop were proposed to be divided into separate lots. The board approved the subdivision despite notable apprehensions about the viability and future utility of the newly created commercial lot due to its small size.

Atlantic County Board Tackles Road Safety, Pedestrian Risks, and Funding Challenges

Overview: The Atlantic County Board of Commissioners meeting focused on the adoption of a comprehensive Local Road Safety Plan aimed at reducing fatalities and serious injuries on county and municipal roads, with discussions highlighting pedestrian safety concerns and the allocation of funding for road improvements.

Maple Shade Zoning Board Approves Dance Studio, Denies Warehouse Expansion Amid Neighborhood Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Maple Shade Zoning Board granted a use variance for Emily Kimble’s dance studio on South Lenola Road while denying Stone Core’s application for a warehouse expansion on East Park Avenue. Both decisions reflect the board’s balancing of business interests with community impact concerns.

Atlantic County Commissioners Tackle Landfill Emissions and Community Concerns Amid Funding Debates

Overview: In a recent Atlantic County Board of Commissioners meeting, the primary focus was on managing landfill emissions, funding for environmental projects, and the potential impact on local communities. Discussions centered around landfill capping projects, funding allocations, and the community’s ongoing concerns about odors.

Maple Shade Secures Full State Aid with High Best Practices Score

Overview: In a recent Maple Shade Town Council meeting, the township secured full state aid allocation by achieving a high score on the state’s annual best practices inventory questionnaire, discussed the introduction of new ordinances, and addressed public safety concerns related to a nearby wildfire. The council also announced upcoming community events and remembered a former mayor.