Board of County Commissioners of the County of Somerset Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners discussed and approved several resolutions, including support for the replacement of bridges over I-287, the submission of the FY 2027 Sub-regional Transportation Planning Work Program, and the establishment of the County Opioid Settlement Advisory Council to guide the allocation of settlement funds. The Board authorized various professional service contracts for architectural and engineering work, laboratory testing services, and intersection improvements. Additionally, the Board approved agreements for summer internship programs with Rutgers University and the continuation of the Personal Assistance Services Program, while also finalizing payments and change orders for road resurfacing projects and the new horse barn construction at Lord Stirling Stable.
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Board of County Commissioners of the County of Somerset Regular Meeting
The board discussed several items, including recognition of ALS Awareness Month, designation of Emergency Medical Services Week, and various appointments. The commissioners authorized the receipt of bids for several bridge rehabilitation and replacement projects. Additionally, the board approved grant applications for the Victims of Crime Act program and the TRANSCAER Hazmat Team Response Fund. They awarded a contract for a bridge replacement project and approved a consultant modification for a road resurfacing and ADA compliance program. Finally, the board amended a resolution concerning guide rail and guide rail parts cooperative pricing.
Apr 28, 2026·Board meeting
Board of County Commissioners of the County of Somerset Regular Meeting
The Board discussed various proclamations, including National Apprenticeship Week, National Volunteer Week, and Older Americans Month. Presentations were made regarding local arts program grants and cultural appointments. Several bond ordinances were adopted, covering improvements to the Raritan Valley Community College, various capital purposes, and large-scale infrastructure improvements totaling over $35 million. A grant was awarded to the Borough of Peapack and Gladstone for a pedestrian bridge project. Additionally, the Board approved resolutions for bridge replacements, support for an NJDOT infrastructure project, surplus property auctions, an internship affiliation agreement with the University of Phoenix, senior farmers' market funding, and a disaster relief understanding with Gourmet Events Catering. Contracts were awarded for probate system maintenance, voting machine certification, jury assembly room reconfiguration, and support for the Regional Center Partnership.
Apr 14, 2026·Board meeting
Board of County Commissioners of the County of Somerset Regular Meeting
The board issued proclamations for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Key financial actions included the adoption of the 2026 Somerset County Budget after a public hearing, the approval of a resolution to exceed budget appropriation limits, and the authorization of budget request cap adjustments for the Board of Elections and Board of Taxation. The board also held public hearings and adopted ordinances regarding speed limits, amendments to the Solid Waste Management Plan, and various bond ordinances to fund improvements for Raritan Valley Community College and general capital purposes for the county. Additionally, the board authorized the purchase of open space property and the sale of surplus equipment to the Montgomery Township School District, as well as agreements for the 2026 Teen Arts Festival.
