Burlington County

The board conducted tax appeal hearings for multiple municipalities and approved various stipulations, withdrawals, and affirmations regarding these appeals. Additionally, the board approved administrative changes and corrections of errors for several municipalities filed over the preceding period. They also approved the Beverly City Reassessment Application and Resolution 2026-2. Finally, the Tax Administrator provided a report regarding topics discussed at the Forsgate Seminar, including AI and data centers.

The board conducted a reorganization session, which included the nomination of a Chairwoman and Secretary, the appointment of official newspapers, and the designation of an official bulletin board. A regular meeting schedule for 2026 and 2027 was established. The board approved the 2026 Board of Election Budget and adopted several redistricting scenario maps for various townships. Additionally, a motion was passed to add a new early voting location at the Hainesport Municipal Building. The meeting also included a legislative update, public commentary regarding redistricting maps and polling locations, and reports from board members.

The meeting focused on planning for the upcoming Point in Time (PIT) count, including methodology for gathering data via surveys and the Homeless Management Information System. Discussions addressed the inclusion criteria for hospitalized individuals, outreach strategies for specific populations such as youth and those in motel encampments, and the coordination of PIT outreach training sessions. Additionally, updates were provided regarding Homeless Management Information System training schedules for site administrators and general users.

The meeting featured a spotlight presentation from Providence House regarding their domestic violence services, including safe shelter, counseling, and housing navigation programs. Key updates were provided on the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) training schedules, the increased demand for housing services through the Board of Social Services, and ongoing activities at the Housing Hub. Furthermore, the committee reviewed updates on the Community Development Block Grant projects, the status of the Continuum of Care governance, and reporting requirements for data quality. The meeting also included an announcement regarding back-to-school backpack distribution by the Christian Caring Center.

The meeting included a presentation on the services provided by the VET Center, including counseling and transition support for veterans and their families. Updates were provided regarding HMIS training schedules, the progress of the Veterans Sub-committee, and high demand and referral processes at the Housing Hub. The Division of Community Development and Housing discussed progress on CDBG projects, the HOME-American Rescue Plan, and the status of local applicants for HUD funding. Rapid Rehousing reports were submitted by participating agencies. The Governance Board reported on letters of consistency, and the committee discussed challenges in finding housing vacancies and collaborating with landlords to manage Fair Market Rent constraints.