Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Group hopes to heighten awareness of 10 sites in need of preservation funding.
A state historic preservation advocacy group released its list of the most endangered New Jersey sites Wednesday, detailing damage, some Superstorm-Sandy related, that has put 10 landmarks at risk for demolition. Properties that were classified as the "most endangered" have architectural and historic integrity with an identified threat and Preservation New Jersey, the organization that compiled the list, felt their inclusion could potentially help legislators realize the importance in preserving them. Included on the list is Morris County's Glen Alpin property in Harding Township. The Gothic Revival mansion is threatened by a need for sustainable use, according to Preservation New Jersey. The Morris Canal Rockaway River Aqueduct, in …
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Much-discussed proposed ordinance to regulate solar panel installations in Bedminster Township faces final vote and public hearing on June 3.
Following several lengthy discussions to work out the details of a proposed solar ordinance to regulate both private and commercial installations of solar panels with Bedminster Township, the Township Committee has set a date of June 3 for a public hearing and final vote on the measure. The ordinance to specify what will and will not be allowed for installations of solar panels — even in different sections of the township — was introduced at Monday's meeting with no significant changes. The public can comment on the final version of the ordinance when it is presented at that meeting, scheduled for 7 p.m. on Monday, June 3, at 1 Miller Lane in Bedminster. As decided at the discussion at the April meeting, no parking canopies topped with …
Spend less at pricey markets or in organic food aisles and count on knowing your produce is organic.
Tips on growing your own organic produce will be presented at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday at the Bernardsville Public Library, for those who want to eat and serve organic without constantly relying on other sources for foods free of pesticides and synthetic herbicides. Wanda Knapik, director of the Bernardsville Community Garden and owner of My Local Garden, will discuss how to grow organic vegetables, herbs, fruits, nuts, and berries in your own backyard or in a plot in a community garden. "If trees blew down with the hurricane, you can now plant fruit trees or a vegetable garden in that sunny spot in your yard," Knapik suggested. "At the end of May, you can be planting tomatoes, peppers, eggplant and herbs. Using organic practices will …
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Monday, May 20, 2013
Legislation awaits Gov. Chris Christie's signature.
Bipartisan legislation was approved Monday to dedicate the Route 206 bypass to late Assemblyman Peter Biondi. The legislation was sponsored by Sen. Christopher "Kip" Bateman and Assembly members Jack Ciattarelli and Donna Simon. Biondi died in November 2011 after a battle with cancer. Days before, he had won re-election to serve the 16th district in the Assembly, which he did for 14 years. Biondi had previously served as mayor of Hillsborough, and as a Somerset County freeholder, and was instrumental in moving the Route 206 bypass project forward. The municipal building in Hillsborough was previously named the Peter J. Biondi Municipal Building in honor of his service. "Peter Biondi lived the life of a true public servant, dedicating his …
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Kids of all ages eat, play and enjoy a day in Basking Ridge
The streets of Basking Ridge were filled with the callouts of children, the smells of sausages, onions and other tempting foods, and the sounds of music Saturday as Bernards Township's 19th annual Charter Day was celebrated. Much of the event was on South Finley Avenue in downtown Basking Ridge, closed to traffic, and spilled onto the Henry Street parking lot and field behind the Oak Street Elementary School. Although a few showers punctuated much of the day, few people seem to be discouraged into leaving the community's biggest annual celebration — the commemoration of the founding of the Township of Bernardston on May 24, 1760, by order of King George II of Britain. Here are more scenes from Charter Day.
19th annual community event draws people from Bernards Township and some neighboring towns.
On-and-off sprinkles didn't stopthe 19th annual Bernards Township Charter Day celebration in downtown Basking Ridge, with festivities, friends and food from bringing out a fair crowd, anyway. Musical events continued through the day, and food being served from booths along South Finley Avenue, closed to traffic, and from restaurants that opened their doors. Many of the presentations took place on the main stage in front of The Presbyterian Church of Basking Ridge. Mayor Carolyn Gaziano said the name of Basking Ridge — so called for the animals seen basking on a sunny ridge — was first noted in the annals of The Presbyterian Church of Basking Ridge in 1733. Along with historic and artistic exhibits, the event brought together 120 street …
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Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Extended hours for residents to stop by borough hall.
The traditional summer hours schedule kicks in at Bernardsville Borough Hall next Monday, giving residents and others seeking borough services extended hours four days a week — and municipal employees some long weekends. Starting May 21, and continuing through Labor Day, borough hall will be open on Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., said Borough Administrator Ralph Maresca. On Friday, hours will be the usual 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., he said. The idea behind the revised schedule, he said, is to give a twofold bonus to those who want to take advantage of the earlier opening and later closing of borough offices — and also to give some long weekends to those borough employees who choose to participate in the voluntary …
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Tuesday, May 14, 2013
The Bedminster Land Use Board makes determination, sends ordinance back to committee.
In a unanimous motion Thursday, the Bedminster Land Use Board determined that the proposed solar ordinance is not inconsistent with the township’s master plan. The ordinance will now return to the township committee for another discussion May 20 and an expected final vote on June 3. “Most members of this body should recognize a great deal of this ordinance because it did originally begin with this board,” said Mayor Steve Parker. “As we go through this ordinance, it delineates what type of solar is permitted in various portions of the town, and what would need a variance.” The ordinance was originally introduced by the committee in March, but was brought back for more discussion and reintroduction throughout April and May because of …
Monday, May 13, 2013
First of five $500K payments for Sandy also expected to be reduced by eventual federal aid reimbursement.
Paying off $230,000 worth of debt during the past year may have put Bernardsville's budgeting in an enviable position, if it weren't for Superstorm Sandy. The Borough Council on Monday give final approval to a $13,573,066 municipal budget for 2013 that contains the first of five $500,000 payments toward Sandy costs. Adoption of the municipal budget raises the municipal portion of the borough property tax rate to 36.7 cents per $100 of assessed property value, up about a penny from 35.6 cents in 2012, according to borough figures. Last year's municipal budget was $12,740,700, he said on Monday. Borough Administrator Ralph Maresca said he would calculate and release the impact of that increase on the average borough home within the next day …
But state DOT denies application for money to repave Robertson Drive.
Most towns would not receive a grant to build tunnels under a road for wood turtles. And in most towns, residents are happy when the municipality decides to repave the road in front of their homes. But Bedminster is not like most towns. The township received word on April 29 that it was receiving an $180,000 grant from the federally funded Transportation Enhancement program to construct tunnels for turtles under River Road in the area of River Road Park and the Robert Stahl Nature Preserve. The Transportation Enhancement program supports projects that preserve and protect natural and cultural resources. In addition, the township received a $253,843 grant from the state Department of Transportation to complete the hike-and-bike path from …
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4:57 pm on Tuesday, May 21, 2013
We should feel very fortunate that the state is so well run that the most important thing our legislature has to do is this crap. You would be singing a different tune if NJ was like other states with high property taxes, high income taxes, corruption, failing infrastructure, etc. etc. I, for one, applaud this move. In fact I'm joining in. I am renaming my geriatric 18 year old cat who is getting… more ›