{
 "city": "Haworth",
 "state": "New Jersey",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/haworthnj.org/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
 "upcoming": [],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "Meeting",
   "headline": "Haworth Shade Tree Committee finalizes approved tree list and proposes fee changes",
   "summary": "The committee discussed tree removals, pruning, and the finalization of a recommended tree planting list. Members are seeking to update the tree ordinance to establish a tiered fee structure based on tree diameter for those opting out of replacement trees.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/HSTC_Minutes_2026-05-11.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "Meeting",
   "headline": "HSTC proposes new tree removal fee structure based on tree size",
   "summary": "The Haworth Tree Committee discussed updating Ordinance M1c to replace a flat fee with tiered charges of $400, $800, or $1,200 depending on tree diameter. The committee also reviewed the 2026 budget and past Winter Tree Program expenditures, and considered a $15,000 tree survey grant proposal. Additional items included the upcoming Arbor Day event on April 24, 2026, and plans for a new tree planting request form.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/HSTC_Minutes_2026-04-13.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-09",
   "body": "Meeting",
   "headline": "Haworth Shade Tree Committee discusses tree permit fees and planting grants",
   "summary": "The committee reviewed proposed updates to the tree removal permit process and fee structures. Members discussed potential grants for street tree surveys and coordinated upcoming Arbor Day activities.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/HSTC_Minutes_2026-03-09.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-24",
   "body": "Mayor Council",
   "headline": "Council adopted multiple affordable‑housing ordinances and a mediation resolution",
   "summary": "The Borough Council approved Resolution 2026-051 to execute a mediation agreement with the Fair Share Housing Center for the fourth round of the housing element. It introduced Ordinance 2026-002 establishing a new affordable‑housing development fee and adopted four inclusionary‑zone ordinances (2026-003, 2026-004, 2026-005, 2026-006) for specific properties. The Council also approved resolutions to seek a recreation grant for pickleball‑court reconstruction and to create a dedication for swim‑pool utility funding, and voted the routine consent agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/Minutes_02_24_262.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-24",
   "body": "Meeting",
   "headline": "Council authorizes execution of mediation agreement on affordable housing obligations",
   "summary": "The Haworth Borough Council will vote on a resolution to approve a mediation agreement with the Fair Share Housing Center that resolves challenges to the borough's Fourth Round housing element and fair‑share plan. The meeting also includes several affordable‑housing ordinances, a grant application for roughly $100,000 to rebuild the Haworth Pickleball Courts, and routine budget items such as a fund transfer and bill payments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/Agenda_02_24_26.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-10",
   "body": "Mayor Council",
   "headline": "Haworth increases park permit fees and awards winter tree contract",
   "summary": "The Mayor and Council adopted an ordinance increasing facility and field use fees for parks and recreational areas. The body also approved a contract for the borough's winter tree program and admitted three new members to the volunteer fire department.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/Minutes__02_10_26.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-09",
   "body": "Meeting",
   "headline": "HSTC to consider revising tree‑removal fees based on tree size",
   "summary": "The Haworth Tree Committee approved the Jan 12 minutes and reviewed the Winter Tree Program, noting three bids ranging from ~$37K to $47K with no selection yet. Members discussed updating the tree‑removal permit ordinance to replace a single fee with size‑based fees of $400, $800 or $1,200. A $15K proposal from Liz Stewart for a town‑wide street‑tree survey was presented, along with information on a potential Green Communities Grant that could cover up to 75% of such costs. Additional items included website updates, tree‑planting lists, and donation inquiries.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/HSTC_Minutes_2026-02-09.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-27",
   "body": "Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to consider ordinance amending parks code and multiple resolutions",
   "summary": "The Haworth Borough Council will vote on Ordinance 2026-001 to amend Chapter 9 of the borough code covering parks, playgrounds, and recreational areas. It will also consider several resolutions, including authorizing a mediation agreement with Fair Share Housing Center, approving a collective bargaining agreement with the Police Benevolent Association Local 206, appointing a superintendent for Public Works, advertising bids for a Memorial Park pedestrian bridge, and setting rates for the 2026 summer recreation program. Routine consent‑agenda items such as bill payments and fund transfers will be voted on collectively.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/Draft_Agenda_01_27_26.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-27",
   "body": "Mayor Council",
   "headline": "Council swears in new member and approves DPW leadership, police contract",
   "summary": "The Haworth Borough Council swore in Jane Cabourg as a new council member and approved a four-year contract with the Police Benevolent Association. The council also appointed Thomas Runge Jr. as Superintendent and Xavier Hernandez as Interim Foreman for the Department of Public Works.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/Minutes__01_27_26.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-13",
   "body": "Mayor Council",
   "headline": "Council appoints new member and approves fiber internet contract",
   "summary": "The Haworth Borough Council appointed Jane Cabourg to fill a vacant council seat and approved a three-year agreement with Bergen County for secure high-speed fiber optic internet services at a monthly cost of $150. The meeting also included the swearing-in of Councilman Andrew Rosenberg for a new term.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/Minutes__01_13_26_(002).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-12",
   "body": "Meeting",
   "headline": "HSTC to consider tiered tree removal fees and a $15K street‑tree survey",
   "summary": "The Haworth Tree Committee will review and possibly adopt changes to the tree removal ordinance, adding a tiered fee structure of $400, $800 and $1,200 based on tree size. The committee will also consider a proposal from tree expert Liz Stewart for a town street‑tree survey estimated at about $15,000. Additional agenda items include updates to the Winter Tree Program RFP, clarification on resident donations for tree planting, and ongoing investigation of tree‑planting grants.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/HSTC_Minutes_2026-01-12.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-04",
   "body": "Meeting",
   "headline": "Haworth holds 2026 reorganization meeting to appoint officials and set budget",
   "summary": "The Mayor and Council are meeting to swear in council members, name a Council President, and designate council portfolios. The body will appoint municipal staff, professional services, and board members for the 2026 term. The meeting also includes the approval of a temporary budget and various administrative resolutions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/Draft_Reorg_Agenda_2026.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-04",
   "body": "Mayor Council",
   "headline": "Council approves temporary 2026 budget and adopts consent agenda items",
   "summary": "The Haworth Mayor and Council held a reorganization meeting on January 4, 2026. Council members swore in Councilwoman Alanna Davis, named Glenn Poosikian as Council President, and approved the temporary budget and rules for order. The body also adopted a consent agenda covering routine resolutions and appointed staff, professional services, auxiliary officers, and board members for the year.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.haworthnj.org/vertical/sites/%7B3226EF68-541C-456F-8644-AC724E9AC52C%7D/uploads/Minutes_Reorg_2026.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://haworthnj.org"
  }
 ]
}