Township Council of the Township of Berkeley Heights Public Meeting
The Council discussed and took action on several items, including the adoption of an ordinance to create a center left turn lane and adjust speed limits on Mountain Avenue near the local school. Other business included authorizing a bill payment, approving a road closure for fire department hose testing, and amending professional service contracts for wastewater treatment plant infrastructure projects. Furthermore, the Council addressed appointments to the volunteer fire department, authorized a grant application for senior citizens' social services, approved a fireworks display for New Year's Eve, and finalized property tax overpayment refunds.
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Township of Berkeley Heights Township Council Public Meeting
The Township Council discussed several key items, including a conference session on the Downtown Transit and Pedestrian Plan. Ordinances for public hearing and final adoption included amendments to the township code for a new center left turn lane and speed limit at Mary Kay McMillin School, and updates to traffic control and stop intersections at Washington Street and Berkeley Avenue. Resolutions were approved for the bill list, certification of the 2025 annual audit, approval of a corrective action plan for the audit, and a shared services agreement with Union County for print shop services. Additionally, the Council authorized a professional engineering services contract with Neglia Group for the Phase 2 Watershed Assessment Report and various municipal operational resolutions, including appointment of a library board member, fireworks display authorizations, and property tax refunds.
Sep 15, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Township Council of the Township of Berkeley Heights Public Meeting
The council discussed various municipal matters, including the re-accreditation of the police department, a complete streets policy, and proposed traffic changes. Ordinances were considered regarding the creation of a Deputy Chief position and new police officer roles, as well as the removal of left-hand turn restrictions on Valley Road. Resolutions were passed to approve bill payments, amend budgets for grant-funded projects, cancel stale checks, authorize a grant application for school pedestrian safety, and appoint a Fire Inspector. Additionally, the council addressed several contracts for professional services, including engineering upgrades at the wastewater treatment plant and restoration projects for the Littell-Lord Farmhouse, and authorized various road closures for local events.
Aug 11, 2026·Board meeting
Township Council Council Meeting
The meeting included a proclamation honoring a local Girl Scout for receiving the Gold Award and her contributions to the community. A project proposal was presented for an Eagle Scout initiative to install pet waste stations at local parks. The council conducted a public hearing on pending decrees and addressed questions regarding sewage system improvements, specifically discussing the feasibility and cost considerations for constructing a wall to mitigate odors at a pumping station.
