Franklin Town Council Discusses $750,000 Youth Center Grant and Capital Budget Priorities

Overview: During the recent Franklin Town Council meeting, discussions centered on the allocation of a $750,000 grant from the Department of Community Affairs for the youth center, alongside various capital budget proposals addressing technology upgrades and security enhancements for municipal facilities. The grant has enabled a substantial expansion of the youth center’s programs, though concerns about the sustainability of this funding were raised, as its renewal remains uncertain.

Franklin Zoning Board Scrutinizes Warehouse Proposal and Impervious Coverage Issues

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Franklin (Somerset County) Zoning Board delved into discussions concerning a warehouse project proposed by IDI Logistics LLC on Executive Drive, alongside contentious impervious coverage issues related to existing residential property modifications.

Franklin Planning Board Considers New Notification Protocol Amid Warehouse Development Review

Overview: At a recent Franklin Planning Board meeting, discussions centered on proposed amendments to notification bylaws to ensure public awareness of ongoing applications, alongside a detailed examination of a significant warehouse development by Franklin Development Group LLC, mandated by court order for expedited review. The proposed amendments aimed to address public confusion due to multiple rescheduled hearings, while the development’s compliance with environmental and zoning regulations was scrutinized.

Franklin Sewerage Authority Tackles Defective Pipe Concerns and Plans for Key Infrastructure Projects

Overview: The recent Franklin Sewerage Authority Committee meeting concentrated on addressing infrastructure issues, particularly a defective pipe section that could implicate financial and logistical responsibilities between the Sewerage Authority and the township. The committee also reviewed a series of ongoing projects, financial updates, and policy adjustments.

Franklin Township Faces Community Backlash Over Warehouse Proposal

Overview: The Franklin Township Environmental Commission meeting covered a wide range of topics, but the most contentious issue was a proposed warehouse development by Onyx on Old New Brunswick Road. The proposal has triggered community opposition, primarily due to environmental concerns linked to nearby Buckeye pipelines. The development is planned close to pipelines carrying diesel and gasoline, raising fears of potential environmental hazards and echoes of past incidents, such as a significant leak in Bucks County and an explosion in Edison.