Development News for Kinnelon, New Jersey

School Taxes Payment of Over $3.5 Million Approved

The council approved the payment of school taxes in the amount of $3,510,791. This payment is necessary to support the school district's operations. The approval was followed by a roll call vote.

Ordinance Passed to Exceed Municipal Budget Limit and Establish Cap Bank for 2026

The council passed Ordinance 07-2026, which allows the municipality to exceed the municipal budget appropriation limit and establish a cap bank for the calendar year 2026. This ordinance was approved with four 'yes' votes during a roll call vote, with Councilman Lewis noted as absent.

New Summer Programs and Grant Funding Announced for Recreation

The council discussed upcoming summer programs including 'Yoga on the Green' at the Town Hall Green and pickleball lessons. Registration information will be available soon. Additionally, the Kotonboro Rec Department received a $64,000 grant for lighting renewal at the Boot Avenue facility, which will include LED upgrades for the bath tennis courts. Summer camp registration is open, with many programs nearing capacity.

Ordinance Introduced to Correct Zoning Restrictions for Realtor Signs

The council introduced Ordinance 1026, an amendment to Chapter 207 (Zoning Restrictions) concerning signs. This ordinance corrects inaccurate dimensions for realtor signs, which were previously copied incorrectly from an older ordinance. The Planning Board identified this error, leading to the introduction of the revised ordinance for correction.