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Published: Jul 14, 2026
Phillipsburg Residents Voice Concerns Over Property Neglect and Overcrowding
A long-term resident expressed concerns about the deteriorating condition of properties in town, specifically noting that recently built houses on Green Street are occupied by multiple families, leading to excessive car parking. The resident called for increased enforcement regarding overgrown grass and multi-family occupancy in single-family homes, emphasizing pride in the town and the need to address these issues. Another resident echoed these concerns, stating that the town's infrastructure is not meant for such high occupancy levels and that enforcement is needed.
Phillipsburg Bridge Repair Underway; Parade Route May Be Altered
A resident inquired about the status of bridge repair, noting a lack of visible progress and expressing concern about a scheduled parade in September. A council member stated that bridge repair is underway, with workers and steel present. The parade is scheduled for September 12th, with a rain date of September 13th. The original parade route was planned to cross the bridge, but if it remains impassable, the route will be altered. The festival associated with the parade will occur at the Riverside Way parking lot.
Phillipsburg Council Approves UEZ Grant Funding Resolution After Procedural Discussion
Resolution 2026-108, related to the Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ), was pulled from the consent agenda for discussion. Councilman Wilnisco requested to bifurcate the resolution, separating the authorization to submit a funding application from the authorization of fund expenditure due to uncertainty surrounding the UEZ Department's formation. The deadline for the application is July 31st, and the July 28th council meeting is the last opportunity to submit before the deadline. After discussion on the implications of separating the clauses and the state's requirements for grant applications, it was determined that the application and expenditure authorization should be kept together. The council ultimately voted to approve Resolution 2026-108.
Phillipsburg Resident Demands Formal Safety Assessments for School Bus Stops
A resident expressed concerns about the safety of school bus stop locations, stating that they have been determined without formal documented safety assessments, leading to potentially unsafe waiting areas for children. The resident highlighted issues at 1075 Logan Street, where despite increased student numbers and traffic, no safety assessment was conducted prior to recent evaluations. The resident also noted conflicting information between the school district and police department regarding responsibility for safety assessments. They requested the council establish an ordinance for a formal, documented process for evaluating bus stop safety, including various factors like lighting, traffic patterns, and pedestrian infrastructure, and ensure transparency in the review process. Police stated they found no safety issues at 1075 Logan and that the school district determines bus stop locations with police input.
Phillipsburg Resident Seeks Updates on Local Development Projects and Town Policies
A resident asked about the progress on the Coke mural on Moore Street, the status of the Corliss building (whether it's for sale or publicly known to be vacant), and if the town is actively seeking developers for the Union Square building. The resident also inquired about the policy for replacing trees cut down by institutions and the timeline for presenting a parking plan for Jersey Street. Information on the Corliss building and developers for Union Square was not provided in detail. The town is working with the Shade Tree Commission on tree replacement policies. The parking plan for Jersey Street is in the works.
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