{
 "city": "Hopewell",
 "state": "NJ",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/hopewelltwp.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": "2026-08-20",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-24",
   "body": "Agricultural Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Hopewell agricultural advisory meeting cancelled for Aug. 24",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Agricultural Advisory Committee's regular meeting scheduled for Monday, August 24, 2026, at 7:30 PM has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08242026-2697",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  }
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-19",
   "body": "Senior Advisory Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08192026-2699",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Affordable Housing Committee",
   "headline": "Hopewell Affordable Housing Committee to meet via Zoom, hear updates",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Affordable Housing Committee will hold a special meeting electronically via Zoom on August 18, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda includes reports on Brandon Farms and Homes by TLC, introduction of a new Municipal Housing Liaison, and updates on the 4th Round of affordable housing obligations. Public comment will be accepted.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08182026-2695",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Open Space Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Hopewell Open Space Advisory Committee meets electronically Aug 18",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Open Space Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting electronically via Zoom on August 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, announcements, public comment, old and new business, and possible closed session. No specific substantive items are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08182026-2698",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-13",
   "body": "Hopewell Twp Fire District No. 1 Board of Fire Commissioners",
   "headline": "Fire board to hire firefighter/EMT, approve $132,600 ambulance remount",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Fire District No. 1 Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear station and treasurer reports, and discuss unfinished business including volunteer recruitment, EMS billing, and vehicle studies. The board will vote on resolutions to conditionally hire Anthony Gorrin as a Firefighter/EMT at $49,598.13 and award a $132,600 contract for an ambulance remount, plus approve bills and claims totaling $425,600.80.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132026-2696",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Township Committee",
   "headline": "Hopewell Township Committee to consider $23.2M bond sale and police promotions",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Committee is meeting to vote on a consent agenda and a series of resolutions, including the sale of $23,203,000 in general obligation bonds, several police department promotions, and the purchase of two Ford F350 trucks. The agenda also includes routine items such as tax refunds, appointments, and approvals for community events. An executive session is scheduled for litigation, real estate, personnel, and contracts.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-2694",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Zoning Board to hear two variance applications, including Princeton Farm House",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting electronically via Zoom on August 5, 2026. The board will consider two applications: Case 26-03 for a use and floor area ratio variance at 328 Carter Road (Princeton Farm House), and Case 26-01 for a use variance to permit a residence in an existing structure at 73 Dublin Road. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and memorialization of resolutions from prior cases.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-2692",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Township Committee",
   "headline": "Special budget meeting to close on 203 Castleton Court mortgage",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Committee is holding a special budget meeting to consider formal action on the closing of 203 Castleton Court. The only substantive item on the agenda is a resolution regarding a mortgage for that property.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07302026-2693",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to review solar office/warehouse and amended site plan",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting electronically via Zoom on July 23, 2026. The board will consider two applications: preliminary and final site plan approval for Hopewell Solar at 61 Route 31 North (Block 46, Lot 12) for an office/warehouse, and amended final site plan approval and waiver relief for 84 Hopewell, LLC (Block 49, Lot 5). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-2690",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Hopewell Twp Fire District No. 1 Board of Fire Commissioners",
   "headline": "Fire district to ask voters for $1.16M for ambulance and breathing gear",
   "summary": "The Board of Fire Commissioners is deciding on resolutions to hire a firefighter/EMT, place a $1.16 million bond question on the November ballot for a new ambulance and breathing apparatus, and award a $1,000 scholarship. They will also discuss volunteer recruitment, EMS billing, and a vehicle study.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-2691",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Deer Management Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Hopewell Township Deer Management Advisory Committee meeting cancelled",
   "summary": "The regular July 22, 2026 meeting of the Hopewell Township Deer Management Advisory Committee has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this time.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-2687",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Environmental Commission",
   "headline": "Environmental Commission to review zoning applications and native plant ordinance",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Environmental Commission is holding a regular meeting electronically to discuss ongoing projects and review planning and zoning board applications. Key items include a proposed native plant amendment to environmental ordinances, a resolution honoring a longtime member, and several development applications requiring township engineer review. The meeting will also address community forest management and wildlife crossing infrastructure.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-2689",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Historic Preservation Commission meeting on July 21, 2026",
   "summary": "The commission will review committee reports and various historic nominations. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Harts Corner Schoolhouse, Mershon Tavern, and several unfinished property nominations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-2688",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Senior Advisory Board",
   "headline": "Senior Advisory Board meets for routine business and reports",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Valley Senior Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with standard procedural items including approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from the coordinator, chair, senior foundation, and liaison. No executive session is scheduled. The agenda contains only routine administrative business.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-2686",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Township Committee",
   "headline": "Township Committee to pay $7.5M in bills including $6.5M to school district",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Committee is meeting to approve a bill list totaling $7,510,224.75. The largest single payment is $6,500,779 to the Hopewell Valley Regional School District. Other significant expenses include $379,158 for medical benefits, $154,332 in county PILOT payments, and $123,581 for road work on the LHT Mt. Rose segment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-2685",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Woolsey Park Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Woolsey Park Advisory Committee July 9 meeting cancelled",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Woolsey Park Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 9, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No further details or rescheduled date are provided in the notice.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-2684",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Hopewell Twp Fire District No. 1 Board of Fire Commissioners",
   "headline": "Fire board to approve $135,682 in bills, open credit card account",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Fire District No. 1 Board of Fire Commissioners will vote on three resolutions, including opening a new bank account for fire safety credit card payments and accepting new members into the N.J. State Firemen's Association. The board will also consider approving $135,682 in total disbursements for bills and payroll, and discuss volunteer recruitment, EMS billing, and SCBA replacement.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-2683",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07092026-2683",
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Zoning Board to hear two variance requests, including subdivision and use variance",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting electronically via Zoom on July 1, 2026. The board will consider two applications: a bulk variance for subdivision at 203 Penn View Drive (Case 26-02) and a use and floor-area-ratio variance at 328 Carter Road (Case 26-03). Public participation is permitted by phone or video.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-2682",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Hopewell Planning Board to hear preliminary site plan for Route 31 apartment project",
   "summary": "The board will consider a preliminary site plan and minor subdivision for Hopewell Family Apartments on Route 31 (Block 88, Lot 5.021), seeking approval for residential housing units. A solar project application (Block 46, Lot 12) has been carried to the July 23 meeting. The board will also vote on minutes from May 28 and approve a memorializing resolution for a previously approved site plan for the Unitarian Universalist Congregation on Stony Brook Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-2678",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Hopewell Twp Fire District No. 1 Board of Fire Commissioners",
   "headline": "Fire district to hire 3 firefighters, approve shared services with Pennington",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Fire District No. 1 Board of Fire Commissioners will vote on resolutions to hire three Firefighter/EMTs, authorize bond counsel services, and enter into a shared services fire protection agreement with Pennington Borough Fire District No. 1. The board will also discuss volunteer recruitment, EMS billing, and other operational items. The meeting includes public comment periods and an executive session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-2681",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06252026-2681",
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "Deer Management Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Hopewell deer committee June 24 meeting cancelled",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Deer Management Advisory Committee's regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 7:00 PM has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting. The agenda lists the 2025 committee members but contains no items for discussion or decision.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-2674",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Township Committee",
   "headline": "Township Committee to review $8.26M in outstanding bills and purchase orders",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Committee is meeting to review and approve a list of 155 open purchase orders totaling $8,264,309.84. The list includes payments for school district funding, medical benefits, road programs, engineering services, and various operational expenses. No other agenda items are provided.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-2679",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Agricultural Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Hopewell Township Agricultural Advisory Committee meets June 22, 2026",
   "summary": "The committee is holding a regular meeting with standard procedural items: call to order, roll call, minutes approval, public comment, old and new business, announcements, and possible executive session. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-2680",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Historic Preservation Commission to discuss nominations, budget, and zoning cases",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss several property nominations to the municipal registry, including Brundage, Mershon Tavern, and others. They will also review committee reports on historic sites like Harts Corner Schoolhouse and Furman Larison, allocate budgeted funds, and consider zoning and planning board application documents. Old business includes a CLG report, signage narratives, and the Van Wagoner distressed property nomination.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-2677",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Open Space Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Open Space Advisory Committee to refine goals and objectives",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Open Space Advisory Committee is meeting to reorganize, approve minutes, and discuss old business, including refining goals and objectives. Public comment and a public session are also scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-2676",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Environmental Commission",
   "headline": "Environmental Commission to review zoning applications and native plant ordinance",
   "summary": "The Hopewell Township Environmental Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss planning and zoning board applications, including a use variance at 73 Dublin Road and a bulk variance at 203 Penn View Drive. The commission will also consider a proposed native plant amendment to environmental ordinances and a resolution honoring a longtime member.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-2675",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.hopewelltwp.org/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}