{ "city": "New Providence", "state": "Iowa", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/newprov.us/", "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": "2026-07-21", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board to consider Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant site plan", "summary": "The Planning Board will review an amended site plan for New Providence Wings LLC to convert a gym into a Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant. The board will also hold a public hearing on amendments to the Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-1307", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-20", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board holds public hearing on Lantern Hill development changes and variances", "summary": "The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on July 20, 2026, including a request from Lantern Hill New Providence LLC for an extension of time to amend its major site plan approval. The applicant seeks to reduce independent living units from 554 to 444, convert 45 units to 85 health care units, and obtain variances for illumination and building length. Also scheduled is a hearing for a front porch variance at 30 Fairmount Road. The board will also review several applications for its August 17 meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-1306", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Council to consider $1M HVAC contract, police chief transition, housing plan", "summary": "The New Providence Borough Council will vote on a consent agenda containing 25 resolutions and introduce four ordinances. Key actions include authorizing a $1,027,560 HVAC upgrade for the municipal building, appointing a new police chief, and advancing affordable housing plans. The council will also consider road paving and park improvements.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-1308", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-08", "body": "Board of Health", "headline": "Board discusses ordinance banning pet store puppy mill sales", "summary": "The New Providence Board of Health will discuss a proposed ordinance banning pet stores from selling animals sourced from out-of-state puppy mills. The board will also hear reports from the health director, inspector, public health nurse, and secretary, and receive animal control reports for April through June 2026. Old business includes a recap of the May Health Fair.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-1305", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-07", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board to hear Buffalo Wild Wings site plan", "summary": "The Planning Board will hold a public hearing for an amended site plan at 1275 Springfield Avenue to change the use of the property to a restaurant. The meeting will adjourn at 10:30 p.m. with no new testimony allowed after 10:00 p.m.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-1304", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07072026-1304", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board to consider major site plan amendment for Lantern Hill development", "summary": "The Board of Adjustment will hold a continued public hearing for a gas station redevelopment at 1778 Springfield Avenue and review five variance applications for residential additions and a new home. A request for extension of time and amended approval for the Lantern Hill project, reducing independent living units and adding health care units, will also be reviewed.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-1303", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07062026-1303", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Council to approve shared police officer with Our Lady of Peace school", "summary": "The New Providence Borough Council will vote on a shared service agreement with Academy of Our Lady of Peace for a Special Law Enforcement Officer. Other actions include adopting the Union County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, authorizing grant applications for recreation and greening, and approving a bills payable list of $724,452.66. Several liquor license renewals and a resignation are also on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-1302", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "June 16 Planning Board meeting canceled", "summary": "The regular meeting of the New Providence Planning Board scheduled for June 16, 2026 has been canceled. No business will be conducted.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1300", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board considers 21 Sterling, LLC home-construction variance request", "summary": "The Board of Adjustment will vote on a resolution for 21 Sterling, LLC (Application #2026-06) seeking permission to construct a new home in the R-2 zone at 31 Commonwealth Avenue. The board will also hold public hearings for three other applications: an addition by Nicholas and Catherine Alessi (Application #2026-07) at 141 Maple Street, an addition by Eleanor Elizabeth McCabe (Application #2026-08) at 305 Runnymede Parkway, and a conditional use and bulk variance for Ranbir Thakur (Application #2025-20) to replace a gas station with a convenience store at 1778 Springfield Avenue. A review of hearings carried over from April 6 and June 1 will also be conducted.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-1299", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06152026-1299", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Bond ordinance for $2.9M in capital improvements up for public hearing", "summary": "The council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2026-05, a $2,910,215 bond ordinance for various capital improvements, authorizing $2,416,000 in bonds. Other actions include adopting the Community Energy Plan, approving a $74,520 patio and driveway replacement at Oakwood Park Playground, and appointing multiple police officers. The council will also consider a $1,408,341.55 bills list and renewals of liquor licenses.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-1301", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06092026-1301", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Council to approve agreement allowing borough use of a Union County vehicle", "summary": "The Borough Council will consider Resolution 2026-204, which authorizes a memorandum of agreement with Union County for the borough to use a county vehicle. The resolution is listed under Public Safety and will be voted on during the meeting. No other agenda items are noted.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06042026-1298", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06042026-1298", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "New Providence Planning Board meeting canceled", "summary": "The Planning Board meeting scheduled for June 2, 2026, has been canceled.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-1296", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-01", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board to decide on two variance requests, hear gas station application continued", "summary": "The Board of Adjustment will vote on two variance applications: a side-yard setback variance for an addition at 25 Primrose Drive and multiple variances for a new home at 31 Commonwealth Avenue. A public hearing for a gas station redevelopment at 1778 Springfield Avenue is continued to July 6, 2026. The board will also review two future variance applications scheduled for June 15, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06012026-1297", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06012026-1297", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Borough Council considers $2.9 million bond ordinance for capital improvements", "summary": "The Borough Council will discuss a Community Energy Plan and hold a public hearing on a vehicles and traffic ordinance. The body is also deciding on several police department hires, vehicle purchases, and a large bond ordinance for capital improvements.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1295", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-1295", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board May 19 meeting canceled", "summary": "The Planning Board meeting scheduled for May 19, 2026, has been canceled. No business will be conducted.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-1292", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board considers three variances for home additions and a gas station re-establishment", "summary": "The New Providence Board of Adjustment will consider three applications for variances to construct home additions and one application to re-establish a gas station. The meeting is scheduled for May 18, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at the Municipal Center.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-1291", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05182026-1291", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-12", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Council to approve $9.4 million in bills and multiple municipal contracts", "summary": "The New Providence Borough Council will consider a consent agenda that includes an amendment to the traffic code, resolutions endorsing a sustainability program, an amended housing element, and a fireworks contract up to $16,500. It will also vote on a $9,424,564.33 payment of outstanding bills and several requisitions for work at the municipal annex. Additional items include personnel promotions and a police officer appointment.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-1294", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05122026-1294", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-06", "body": "Board of Health", "headline": "Board considers 5% fee increase for permits and chicken regulations", "summary": "The Board of Health will discuss a proposed 5% increase in annual permit fees, as this is the scheduled year for the increase. They will also address ongoing discussions about residents keeping chickens, with Borough Council expected to provide information. Additionally, they will review monthly reports from the Health Director, Inspector, Public Health Nurse, and Secretary, and note the upcoming Health Fair on May 13.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05062026-1293", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05062026-1293", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-05", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "New Providence Planning Board meeting canceled", "summary": "The Planning Board meeting scheduled for May 5, 2026, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-1288", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-04", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board of Adjustment to vote on O'Connor variance, hear Kim addition request", "summary": "The Board of Adjustment will vote on a resolution for Joann Anita O'Connor's variance application to construct an addition at 27 Osborne Avenue with reduced setbacks. A new public hearing is scheduled for Steven N. Kim's variance request for an addition at 14 Slope Drive involving multiple setback and coverage variances. The board will also review two cases carried from April 20 for properties on Primrose Drive and Commonwealth Avenue, and discuss potential changes to portico size rules and allowing the land use secretary to file legal notices.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05042026-1289", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05042026-1289", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-28", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Public hearing on 2026 budget, ordinance to exceed cap, $1M police project", "summary": "The council will hold public hearings on Ordinance 2026-03 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank, and on the 2026 Municipal Budget and Special Improvement District Budget. They will also consider a consent agenda including resolutions opposing Senate Bill 1836, approving a $1,000,000 police department renovation, and authorizing the sale of 705 Central Avenue Unit 1.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04282026-1290", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04282026-1290", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-21", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Board will consider reinstating the Historic Preservation Element in the Master Plan", "summary": "The Planning Board will hear a presentation from the Historic Preservation Commission on reinstating the Historic Preservation Element into the borough’s Master Plan. It will also review the 2025 Board of Adjustment annual report and address any other or miscellaneous business. No votes or decisions are noted beyond the presentation.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-1287", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04212026-1287", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board to hear variance requests for home additions", "summary": "The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hear requests for variances to build home additions that exceed setback requirements. One hearing is scheduled for April 20 and another for May 4.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202026-1286", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04202026-1286", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-14", "body": "Borough Council", "headline": "Council will approve a $3.825 million payment of outstanding bills", "summary": "The Borough Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes routine resolutions such as applying for a T‑Mobile grant, purchasing Dell computers, and authorizing contracts for electrical services. The most significant item is Resolution 2026‑137, which authorizes payment of $3,825,971.17 for outstanding bills. Additional items cover escrow return, a salary resolution, and various public‑works contracts. An executive session will consider two employee leave requests.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04142026-1285", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04142026-1285", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-07", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Board will vote on two major residential development proposals.", "summary": "The New Providence Planning Board will consider and vote on two site‑plan applications: a 104‑unit inclusionary townhome project at 121 Chanlon Road and a 297‑unit age‑restricted residential development at 70 Ryder Way. Both proposals include amenities and are filed under specific zoning overlays. The Board will also review the 2025 year‑in‑review, address other business, and adopt the March 17, 2026 minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04072026-1283", "minutes_url": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04072026-1283", "source": "https://www.newprov.us/AgendaCenter" } ] }