Jason Kennedy

The board meeting agenda includes two major zoning applications. The first is a request for a bifurcated use variance to develop a vacant lot into a residential memory care facility comprising two structures with 32 total beds. The second application involves a request for preliminary and final major site plan approval, along with use variances, for additions and renovations to an existing religious sanctuary and cultural center, including a new gymnasium, classrooms, and expanded parking facilities.

The Board reviewed and approved two applications. The first application for Mikado, Inc. involved a site plan waiver and variance requests to enclose an existing outdoor dining patio, creating a climate-controlled waiting area and service bar, along with site improvements such as parking lot restriping and ADA accessibility upgrades. The second application for Patricia and John Fifis concerned bulk variances for the construction of a new single-family dwelling on a vacant lot, requiring relief for garage location and lot coverage, with provisions for stormwater management and landscaping.

The meeting agenda includes the Pledge of Allegiance, a statement of compliance with the Sunshine Law, a roll call of board members, and the swearing-in of professionals. Additionally, the document outlines board policies regarding application opening times, testimony limitations, and device etiquette.

The Township Council meeting included discussions on several key items. Legislative actions focused on an ordinance to amend the Department of Police and establish a police chaplain program. Resolutions were passed regarding the insertion of special items of revenue into the budget, the release and transfer of performance guarantees for solar facilities, and the endorsement of environmental permit applications. Furthermore, the Council addressed various contracts and change orders for road maintenance, automotive parts, fuel procurement, grass cutting, and pickleball court improvements. Additional resolutions covered the appointment of a conflict public defender, professional consulting services, the purchase of an audio-visual system, and authorizations for public bidding on township property leases.

The meeting includes the review of resolutions concerning Hampshire House and a tenant decrease denial. Additionally, the Board will discuss rent increase requests based on the Consumer Price Index for Cherry Hill Towers, Lexington House Apartments, and Colonial Apartments.