Tag: Matawan municipal government
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Matawan council takes another step toward permitting cannabis businesses
MATAWAN – The members of the Matawan Borough Council have adopted an ordinance that establishes an application procedure and licensing fees for cannabis related businesses. During a meeting on June 9, council members voted unanimously to adopt the ordinance. Borough Administrator Scott Carew explained that in New Jersey, an individual or an entity that seeks…
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Matawan Borough Council adopts $14M municipal budget for 2022
MATAWAN – The members of the Matawan Borough Council have adopted a $14.05 million municipal budget for 2022. During a meeting on June 9, Borough Council President Brian Livesey, Councilman Brett Cannon, Councilwoman Stephanie Buckel, Councilwoman Deana Gunn, Councilman Charles Ross and Councilwoman Melanie Wang voted “yes” on a motion to adopt the budget. The…
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Matawan introduces ordinance for cannabis license ranking process
MATAWAN – The members of the Matawan Borough Council have introduced an ordinance that will, if adopted, establish an application procedure and licensing fees for cannabis businesses that seek to operate in the community. The ordinance was introduced on May 17. If the proposed legislation is adopted it will create a pathway for cannabis businesses…
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Blues and Cruise Night will bring activities to Main Street in Matawan
MATAWAN – Summer activities on Main Street are set to begin with Matawan’s Blues & Cruise Night on May 25. The family friendly event is free to all visitors and will feature activities and entertainment. Residents from all municipalities are invited to attend. The Matawan Economic Business Development Commission and the Matawan-Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce…
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Matawan officials introduce $14M municipal budget for 2022
MATAWAN — The members of the Matawan Borough Council have introduced a 2022 municipal budget that totals $14.05 million. During a meeting on May 3, Borough Council President Brian Livesey, Councilwoman Stephanie Buckel, Councilwoman Deana Gunn, Councilman Charles Ross and Councilwoman Melanie Wang voted “yes” on a motion to introduce the budget. Councilman Brett Cannon…
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Matawan council seeks grant to continue Burrowes mansion restoration
MATAWAN – The members of the Borough Council have passed a resolution that is aimed at preserving the Burrowes mansion on Main Street. During an April 5 meeting, the council members took action that will result in the submission of a grant application to the New Jersey Historic Trust. According to Matawan officials, in 1993,…
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Aberdeen and Matawan will combine construction departments
Municipal officials in Aberdeen Township and in Matawan have each passed a resolution that will result in the consolidation of what are currently separate construction and zoning departments. Officials said a shared services agreement will combine the personnel and services of each department to better serve residents and business operators in both municipalities. The members…
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Matawan council adopts ordinances to fund improvements
MATAWAN – Members of the Borough Council have adopted two bond ordinances that will fund local improvements in 2022. During a meeting on March 1, Borough Council President Brian Livesey, Councilwoman Stephanie Buckel, Councilwoman Deana Gunn and Councilman Charles Ross all voted “yes” on two separate motions to adopt ordinances 22-01 and 22-02. Ordinance 22-01…
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Matawan acts to comply with affordable housing requirements
MATAWAN – The members of the Matawan Borough Council have passed a resolution that will secure the borough’s third round of affordable housing compliance. During a meeting on Feb. 1, the governing body confirmed Matawan has met, and will continue to meet, its affordable housing obligations. Ron Gordon, who is the borough’s affordable housing attorney,…