Laura’s Notes on the 04/30/2024 Town Council Meeting

May 1, 2024

Recognition

Town Council recognized the accomplishments and accolades for the Governor Livingston Marching Band and the Varsity and JV Ice Hockey teams.

West Side Drainage Project

There was a public presentation of the project with is multi-phased and has a price tag of $1.5-2 million dollars upon completion of the project. (check website for when presentation becomes available).

Debt Analysis

You can see the full report here.

When it comes to numbers and math, I tap out. So, review the report for yourself.

2024 Municipal Budget

You can see the full report here .

The itemized budget can be reviewed by going to the township offices (there is no need to OPRA or go to court – it’s available for the public!).

The Township Administrator (currently acting as township CFO) reiterated the budget was constructed with keeping in mind the level of service balanced with the anticipated needs of our community. The wastewater treatment facility, road work, and drainage projects were all incorporated into the budget. The proposed budget is $16,273,412, a slight increase from last year ($16,036,103).

Tree Ordinance

There were multiple resolutions on new ordinances, but the Tree Ordinance was the only matter with any public comments. Ultimately, the resolution passed while council members made it clear that measures have been incorporated into the ordinance for homeowners with circumstances that make it unreasonable to comply with the ordinance, offering the opportunity for appeals on a case-by-case basis.

Citizens Hearing

Several community members voiced concern and displeasure with the Board of Education’s recent decision to offer only Mandatory and Subscription bussing.

The Town Council members who spoke on the issue supported the resident’s concerns and were not pleased with the recent decision by the Board. However, the Mayor clarified that the School District designates hazardous routes. See John’s Note on Citizen Hearing for More Information..