SUMMIT - The Janet Whitman room in City Hall was packed to overflowing when an application for Summit’s first Habitat for Humanity project came before the Zoning Board of Adjustment Monday night. The next meeting is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7. Although residents were instructed by Zoning Board Attorney Dennis Galvin that they should only ask questions, a... Full story »

SUMMIT — The Board of Education reviewed a number of items relating to policy, operations, negotiations and education at its workshop meeting on Thursday, Nov. 12. Board member Eleanor Doyle said there would be an auditor report at the December meeting. “We’ve made strides from last year,” she said. The auditor had found 18 areas in need of review in... Full story »

SUMMIT - In a 4-2 vote, Common Council approved a feasibility study at Monday night’s meeting for three potential downtown parking locations. The options include adding two levels to the tier garage behind Springfield Avenue; adding another level to the cobblestone (park and rail) lot on Union Place by the Summit Train Station; building a parking garage on Railroad Avenue,... Full story »

SUMMIT — Six of the seven Summit public schools will receive new windows and doors, thanks to a grant from the state Department of Education. The Board of School Estimate met Thursday, Nov. 11, at the Wilson Primary Center to discuss the projects. The RODs grant (Regular Operating Districts) provides $1.2 million, while the city will sell bonds to raise... Full story »

SUMMIT — This year’s goal-setting meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 11, had a very different tone from previous planning sessions. “In the past, there’s been more of a wish list, but this time we’re facing a very difficult budget situation,” Common Council President Ellen Dickson said. “We will have to reduce services. We have no choice.” The goal-setting session sets the... Full story »

SUMMIT — Woodland Avenue, Parkview Terrace and New England Avenue are all slated for roadway, curb and sidewalk improvements, pending approval by Common Council after a public hearing on Tuesday, Dec. 1. The ordinances were introduced by Councilman Tom Getzendanner at the Wednesday, Nov. 4, meeting. Capital improvements include drainage facilities, equipment, site work, materials, milling, structure and paving. Assessments... Full story »

SUMMIT — Flooding issues continue to vex homeowners, but progress is being made to address the most serious problems and to lay out timetables for their solution. A comprehensive drainage report has been issued by the Engineering Division of the Department of Community Services and will be revised on an annual basis. The report can be seen at City Hall.... Full story »

SUMMIT — The City of Summit is taking legal action in relation to Ameripay, the payroll company that defrauded the city of $1.38 million. City Administrator Christopher Cotter said at the Wednesday, Nov. 4, Common Council meeting: “This will be a two-pronged approach, both legislative and administrative.” The council adopted a resolution approving the appointment of two investigators. The investigators... Full story »

SUMMIT — Discussion of a possible new parking structure downtown has a multitude of options, but little agreement. Common Councilman Frank Macioce was looking for discussion and consensus regarding the much debated parking garage issue at the Wednesday, Nov. 4, meeting. “Our goal tonight,” he said, “is not to prioritize, but to decide whether to spend $50,000 for an... Full story »

By Mike Neavill NEW PROVIDENCE — The U. S. Post Office which was a mainstay at the Village Shopping Center could return to its roots, a borough official said. At last night’s Borough Council meeting, Mayor John Thoms said he had met with representatives of the Post Office who indicated a desire to return to the Village Shopping Center in... Full story »

By Mike Neavill NEW PROVIDENCE — An attempt to extend the illegal drinking age on private property to all minors under the age of 21 failed at last night’s Borough Council meeting. Only weeks ago, the council, by a vote of 4-2, approved an ordinance that filled a gap in state law that prohibits alcohol purchase or consumption on public... Full story »

SUMMIT — Common Council is revisiting the idea of charging for parking in the city’s Park And Shop Lots, a practice that was discontinued about 10 years ago. Parking Utilities Director Rita McNany made a proposal at the Wednesday, Nov. 4, council meeting to re-establish parking rates. “Downtown employees have been taking over parking spaces,” she said, meaning shoppers... Full story »

SUMMIT — The public is invited to a Neighbors Meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11 to learn more about the six-unit Habitat for Humanity project proposed for 39 Morris Ave. The meeting will be held at Wallace Chapel AME Zion Church, 138 Broad Street. Morris Habitat staff and development team will be joined by representatives of the... Full story »

SUMMIT — Public hearings on Overlook Hospital’s proposed rooftop helipad will stretch into the new year, concerned neighbors were told last week. A helicopter flyover scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 7, will be followed by public hearings on Nov. 30 and Dec. 21, Zoning Board of Adjustment Chairman George McLean told concerned residents on Monday, Nov. 2, when neighbors and their... Full story »

SUMMIT - After months of discussion and revision, Common Council approved an amended ordinance to create the Gateway II Zone, located along Broad Street on the site of the Salerno Duane Auto Dealership and city owned property. The mixed use area would include Brownstones and townhouses, condominiums and offices, covering 4.5 acres owned by the dealership and two acres owned... Full story »