{ "city": "Chatham", "state": "New Jersey", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/gr-chathamborough/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-07", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Board carries River Road mixed‑use project to July 16 special meeting", "summary": "The Chatham Planning Board will not vote on the proposed 4‑story mixed‑use development at 29‑39 River Road during this regular meeting. Instead, Application #26‑01, filed May 6, 2026, is being carried to a special meeting on July 16, 2026 for further consideration. The board also approved the minutes from the June 5, 2026 meeting (Resolution #PB 2026‑23).", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=526", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=526" }, { "date": "2026-06-26", "body": "Environmental Commission", "headline": "River Road Redevelopment Plan discussed at Chatham Environmental Commission", "summary": "The Chatham Environmental Commission will hear updates on several initiatives, including the Master Plan, library construction, the Community Energy Plan, and the Borough Biodiversity Garden. Members will discuss the River Road Redevelopment Plan, the Gas Leaf Blower Sub‑Committee, and public electric‑vehicle charging options. The meeting also includes a wrap‑up of Earth Month events and upcoming sustainability activities.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=524", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=6&clip_id=524" }, { "date": "2026-06-26", "body": "Environmental Commission", "headline": "Environmental Commission discusses Community Energy Plan and River Road Redevelopment", "summary": "The commission will discuss several environmental initiatives, including the Community Energy Plan, River Road Redevelopment Plan, and grant awards for the Borough Biodiversity Garden. They will also receive updates on a Sustainable Jersey Summit and public EV chargers. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting focuses on reports and pending business.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=525", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=6&clip_id=525" }, { "date": "2026-06-26", "body": "Shade Tree Commission", "headline": "Shade Tree Commission to discuss tree planting, ordinance, and grant", "summary": "The Chatham Borough Shade Tree Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss ongoing projects and new business. Items include a draft ordinance, a DEP grant application, tree planting locations, and educational signage. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the May 28, 2026, meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=523", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=8&clip_id=523" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "Shade Tree Commission", "headline": "Commission to consider tree removal request at 302 Hillside Ave and $1,000 Jaycee Grant", "summary": "The Shade Tree Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comments, approval of April 23 minutes, and discussion of several items. Key topics include a resident request to remove a shade tree at 302 Hillside Ave, acceptance of a $1,000 Jaycee Grant, and updates on the NJDEP Inventory Grant application and fall tree planting prep.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=521", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=8&clip_id=521" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "Historic Preservation Commission", "headline": "Historic Preservation Commission to review site plan for 17, 23 & 33 South Passaic Ave", "summary": "The Chatham Borough Historic Preservation Commission will discuss a preliminary and final major site plan application for properties at 17, 23 & 33 South Passaic Avenue. The commission will also vote on adopting minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting. No other decisions are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=522", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=522" }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board to hear application to convert tennis courts to pickleball at Minisink Club", "summary": "The Zoning Board will hold public hearings on several variance applications, including a proposal to convert two Har-Tru tennis courts into four pickleball courts at 1 Princeton Street (Minisink Club). Other items include a C variance for a side yard setback at 58 North Summit Avenue and a variance for a cafe at 215 Main Street. The board will also memorialize prior decisions and carry two applications to the July 22 meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=520", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=520" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "Mayor & Borough Council", "headline": "Council to discuss redevelopment plans and affordable housing litigation in closed session", "summary": "The Borough Council will hold a special meeting beginning with an executive session to discuss attorney-client privileged advice on the Draft Gateway I and Gateway II Redevelopment Plan and pending affordable housing litigation, including terms of a consent order compliance certification. After reconvening in open session, the Council will discuss the Draft Gateway I and Gateway II Redevelopment Plan and consider a resolution to renew liquor licenses for the 2026-2027 licensing term.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=519", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=519" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Mayor & Borough Council", "headline": "Council to certify annual audit, discuss library referendum in closed session", "summary": "The Borough Council will hold a regular meeting including a public hearing for the annual audit presentation and a vote to certify it. The council will also adjourn into closed session to receive attorney-client privileged advice regarding a library referendum. Routine items on the consent agenda include bills, a tax appeal for One Main Street, a bond return for 54 Hedges Avenue, summer pool staff appointments, and liquor license renewals.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=517", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=517" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board to consider 4-story mixed-use building with 100 units on River Road", "summary": "The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider preliminary and final major site plan approval for a proposed 4-story mixed-use residential building with 100 units and retail space at 29, 33, 37, and 39 River Road. The board will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting and address any pending or new business.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=514", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=514" }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "body": "Environmental Commission", "headline": "Commission will discuss River Road Redevelopment Plan and other environmental projects", "summary": "The Chatham Environmental Commission will hear reports and discuss several initiatives, including the River Road Redevelopment Plan, public electric‑vehicle charging options, the Community Energy Plan, a borough biodiversity garden, and the Sustainable Jersey Summit. No formal actions are listed; the agenda consists of updates and informational items.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=511", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=6&clip_id=511" }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "body": "Historic Preservation Commission Cancelled", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=512", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=512" }, { "date": "2026-05-27", "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board to hear pickleball court conversion and several variance requests", "summary": "The Chatham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on May 27, 2026, to consider multiple applications, including a request by Minisink Club Inc. to convert two tennis courts into four pickleball courts. The board will also review variance applications for residential properties at 58 North Summit Ave, 215 Main St, 24 Lum Ave, and 189 Watchung Ave, as well as an extension request for a prior approval at 25 Edgehill Rd.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=510", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=510" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Mayor & Borough Council", "headline": "Chatham Council to adopt 2026 budget and $2.6M bond ordinances", "summary": "The Borough Council will adopt the 2026 municipal budget after a public hearing, and vote on bond ordinances totaling over $2.9 million for public improvements, water utility equipment, and solid waste acquisitions. They will also discuss the library construction project and consider resolutions promoting gun violence awareness and LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Police Captain Daniel Walsh will be promoted and Stanislav Bloshko hired as a probationary police officer. The council will go into closed session to discuss affordable housing litigation and a library referendum.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=508", "minutes_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=508", "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=508" }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "body": "Mayor & Borough Council", "headline": "Council to consider $2.6M bond for public improvements, water upgrades", "summary": "The council will vote on resolutions authorizing a temporary capital budget, estimated tax bills, and fee schedule changes for returned checks and Memorial Pool. They will also introduce bond ordinances totaling over $2.9 million for public improvements, water utility upgrades, and solid waste equipment. An executive session will discuss pending affordable housing litigation and a library referendum.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=507", "minutes_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=507", "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=507" }, { "date": "2026-05-06", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board to consider 4‑story mixed‑use project with 100 units on River Road", "summary": "The Chatham Planning Board will adopt the minutes from its April 1, 2026 meeting. It will review Application PB26‑03 for Corefire Chatham, LLC at 246 Main Street (units B57, L17 & L19). The board will also consider Application PB26‑01 for a preliminary and final major site‑plan approval of a proposed four‑story mixed‑use residential building with about 100 units and retail space at 29, 33, 37, and 39 River Road. Additional agenda items include public comment, pending business, and new business.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=504", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=504" }, { "date": "2026-04-27", "body": "Mayor & Borough Council", "headline": "Council to introduce 2026 municipal budget, oppose state bill S-1836", "summary": "The Borough Council will introduce the 2026 municipal budget (Resolution #26-182) and vote on a resolution opposing state legislation S-1836. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss contract negotiations for borough projects and library geothermal testing, as well as police promotions. Several proclamations and consent agenda items, including an access permit agreement with NJ Transit for train station restrooms, are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=500", "minutes_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=500", "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=500" }, { "date": "2026-04-23", "body": "Board of Health", "headline": "Board of Health holds regular meeting with reports and minutes", "summary": "This is a regular meeting of the Chatham Borough Board of Health. The agenda includes adoption of March 12, 2026 meeting minutes, a report from the Westfield Regional Department of Health, and an unspecified discussion item. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=496", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=5&clip_id=496" }, { "date": "2026-04-23", "body": "Historic Preservation Commission", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=495", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=7&clip_id=495" }, { "date": "2026-04-23", "body": "Shade Tree Commission", "headline": "Shade Tree Commission to elect chair, discuss annual reports and Arbor Day", "summary": "The Chatham Borough Shade Tree Commission will hold a regular meeting. They are expected to elect a chairman for 2026 via Resolution #26-02 and approve minutes from March 26. Discussion items include the annual NJDEP report, Arbor Day report, status of the Community Forestry Management Plan, and ways to honor Colleen Truppo's service.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=494", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=8&clip_id=494" }, { "date": "2026-04-22", "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Zoning Board to hear six variance applications, including 19 N. Passaic Ave.", "summary": "The Chatham Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider resolutions for three applications and hold public hearings on several variance requests. Items include a consent order remand for 19 N. Passaic Ave., two-C-variance requests at 91 Center Ave., and multiple side-yard setback variances. Some applications are carried to the May 27 meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=491", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=491" }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "body": "Special Meeting of Zoning Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board to decide on converting tennis courts to pickleball courts", "summary": "The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a special meeting to consider Application No. ZB 25-011 from Minisink Club Inc. to convert two Har-Tru tennis courts into four pickleball courts at 1 Princeton Street. The board will review submitted studies including an acoustical analysis and traffic and parking study, along with engineer reviews and other supporting documents. A decision on the requested conversion and any necessary variances is anticipated.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=489", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=489" }, { "date": "2026-04-15", "body": "Community Information Event - Gateway I & II Redevelopment Plan", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=488", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=488" }, { "date": "2026-04-13", "body": "Mayor & Borough Council", "headline": "Council to discuss police and fire budgets, hold closed session on contract negotiations", "summary": "The Borough Council will hold a public meeting including budget discussions with the Fire and Police Departments, adoption of routine consent agenda items, and proclamations. An initial closed session is scheduled to discuss contract negotiations for Stanley Center equipment and annual elected official training. The meeting reconvenes at 7:30 p.m. for public comment and regular business.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=484", "minutes_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=484", "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=484" }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board to consider Corefire Chatham application at 246 Main Street", "summary": "The Chatham Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on April 1, 2026. The main item is a new application from Corefire Chatham, LLC for property at 246 Main Street. The board will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting and take public comment.", "agenda_url": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=481", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://chathamborough.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&clip_id=481" } ] }