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 "city": "Pennington",
 "state": "New Jersey",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/penningtonboro.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": "2026-07-07",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Planning / Zoning Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-165",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Borough Council",
   "headline": "$8M PFAS bond, $3.5M lead line bonds up for vote",
   "summary": "The council will introduce two bond ordinances totaling $11.5 million for water/sewer utility improvements: $8 million for PFAS remediation and $3.5 million for lead service line replacement. Also on the agenda are a yard waste collection ordinance amendment, a resolution authorizing a deer management contract with Scorpion Outdoors including hunting on designated properties, and a resolution to apply for a NJ Department of Transportation grant for road improvements on Green Street and Broemel Place. Other items include a resolution terminating a probationary police officer and renewing an employee assistance plan contract.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-164",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Borough Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider $11M PFAS bond and $3.5M lead line replacement",
   "summary": "The Borough Council holds a work session, voting on a liquor license renewal and a settlement agreement, and discussing yard waste changes, a deer management agreement, and an RFP for police facilities. The tentative regular agenda includes bond ordinances for $11M in PFAS remediation and $3.5M for lead service line replacement through the water/sewer utility.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-163",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to discuss siding at 236 S. Main St. and frontage at 12 N. Main St.",
   "summary": "The Pennington Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss two applications: siding work at 236 S. Main Street and frontage changes at 12 N. Main Street. Other business includes a signage initiative, annual report, Certified Local Government status, street trees, and possible designation of additional properties. No formal votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-161",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Environmental Commission",
   "headline": "Env. Commission presents annual review to Borough Council",
   "summary": "The Pennington Environmental Commission meets to discuss ongoing projects and receive updates. Key items include a recap of the annual presentation to the Borough Council, feedback from the May Community Conversation program, and progress on the site planning checklist. No final decisions or votes on policy are expected; the agenda is largely informational and procedural.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-162",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Planning / Zoning Board",
   "headline": "Pennington Planning Board June 10 meeting cancelled",
   "summary": "The Planning Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 2026, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-160",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-01",
   "body": "Borough Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider adjusting sewer fees",
   "summary": "The Borough Council will hold public hearings on ordinances adjusting fees for services, sewer rates, establishing a deputy clerk office, and amending a bond ordinance. Resolutions include authorizing lead service line bids, renewing liquor licenses, and approving a police MOU with Capital Health Services. A presentation on the Environmental Commission's 2026 agenda is scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06012026-159",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "Borough Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss redevelopment plans for multiple properties, including Wells Fargo site",
   "summary": "The Pennington Borough Council will hold a work session to discuss several major items, including redevelopment planning for the Wells Fargo, Blackwell, 12 N. Main Street, and Landfill properties. The council will also review land use ordinance amendments, consider fee changes for borough services and sewer fees, and discuss rejecting bids for lead service lines. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel and a possible sale of a retail liquor license.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-158",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Open Space Committee",
   "headline": "Open Space Committee to discuss properties in closed session",
   "summary": "The committee will approve previous minutes and hear a status update on the Open Space and Recreation Master Plan Element. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss properties of interest; no specific properties or decisions are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05202026-155",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Historic Preservation Commission to discuss 236 S. Main and 12 N. Main",
   "summary": "The Pennington Historic Preservation Commission will discuss two properties: siding at 236 S. Main Street and frontage at 12 N. Main Street. Other business includes a signage initiative, annual report, master plan update, and designation of additional historic properties. The meeting is open for public comments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-157",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05192026-157",
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "Environmental Commission",
   "headline": "Environmental Commission discusses wildlife habitat and energy plans",
   "summary": "The commission will review a wildlife habitat restoration proposal for Kunkel Park. Members will also discuss the recent Pennington Day event and coordinate upcoming community conversations regarding energy plans.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-156",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-13",
   "body": "Planning / Zoning Board",
   "headline": "Public hearing on Master Plan adoption and engineer appointment",
   "summary": "The Pennington Planning Board will hold a public hearing on adopting the Master Plan and will consider a resolution to appoint a Planning Board Engineer. The board will also review minutes from April 8, 2026, and discuss old business.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05132026-154",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Borough Council",
   "headline": "Council to introduce fee and sewer charge ordinances, appoint officials",
   "summary": "The Borough Council will consider introducing three ordinances: one amending Chapter 98 Borough Fees, one authorizing adjustment of sewer charges for verified unintended water leaks, and one establishing the position of Deputy Clerk. A bond ordinance amendment and several resolutions—including appointments for Chief Financial Officer, Deputy Clerk, and Deputy Registrar—are also on the agenda. Public comment periods are scheduled at the start and end of the meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05042026-152",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "Borough Council",
   "headline": "Council work session will consider fee changes, new ordinances, and key appointments",
   "summary": "The Pennington Borough Council will discuss several ordinance amendments, including changes to fees for borough services and regulations on water leakage and rental registrations. The council will also consider appointments for chief finance officer, deputy clerk, and other staff positions. Additionally, a proposal from Suplee, Clooney for accounting services will be reviewed for approval.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04272026-150",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Historic Preservation Commission meeting on April 21, 2026",
   "summary": "The commission will review several properties and discussion items. The agenda includes property-specific discussions regarding siding, a chimney removal, and cemetery walls or expansions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-149",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "Environmental Commission",
   "headline": "Pennington Arboretum seeks 2026 ANJEC grant and plans new plantings",
   "summary": "The Environmental Commission will approve the minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting, hear an overview from the Historic Preservation Commission, and receive updates on the Pennington Arboretum, including a 2026 ANJEC grant submission and new plantings with Bountiful Gardens. The commission will also get a progress report on the Community Energy Plan and discuss logistics for a May community conversation and Pennington Day 2026. Additional items are general updates from borough agencies.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202026-148",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-08",
   "body": "Planning / Zoning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to consider conditional adoption of Master Plan elements",
   "summary": "The Pennington Planning Board will hold a public meeting on April 8, 2026, via Zoom. The board is scheduled to consider conditional adoption of the Land Use Plan Element and Framing Plan, as well as updates to five Master Plan elements. Other items include a resolution for an extension of time for a minor subdivision at 12 N. Main Street and discussion of the Fourth Round Fair Share Plan Consent Order.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04082026-145",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04082026-145",
   "source": "https://www.penningtonboro.org/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}