It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Battleground Historical Society gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Englishtown, NJ is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Thompson Grove park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Ristorante Maietta or visit Monmouth Battlefield State Park, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Englishtown, NJ, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Englishtown, NJ understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Englishtown, NJ 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
LOCALMyCentralJersey.comIf you are a "Second Hand Rose" by nature and flea markets are your happy place, Central Jersey does not disappoint.Generally held outside, flea markets are the go-to for gently used, handmade or vintage clothes, de?cor and other household items. Always on the lookout for treasures, flea market shoppers love the joy of the hunt and the lure of the bargain.The search for secondhand goods has a long history. While the first American flea market is thought to have open...
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If you are a "Second Hand Rose" by nature and flea markets are your happy place, Central Jersey does not disappoint.
Generally held outside, flea markets are the go-to for gently used, handmade or vintage clothes, de?cor and other household items. Always on the lookout for treasures, flea market shoppers love the joy of the hunt and the lure of the bargain.
The search for secondhand goods has a long history. While the first American flea market is thought to have opened sometime around 1873, the practice seems to have its origin in France where sales of items outdoors was commonplace during the 19th century.
The flea market concept caught on and today it is estimated there are 5,000 regularly scheduled flea markets in the U.S.
There are about half-a-dozen flea markets in Central Jersey.
Open year-round, from 6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, the Avenel Flea Market offers more than 150 vendor spaces, sheds and stores with new, used and antique merchandise. Both parking and admission are free.
Go: 1488 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge; 732-221-8178.
Perhaps the most established of the Central Jersey flea markets, Englishtown is one of the largest open-air markets in the U.S. A rain-or-shine establishment with both indoor and outdoor vendors, Englishtown is open every Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The market has been showcasing a variety of goods − they have everything − since 1929.
Go: 90 Wilson Ave., Manalapan; 732-446-9644.
Open year-round, the Golden Nugget Antique Flea Market is a more than 50-year-old Lambertville institution. Since 1967, the Golden Nugget has been a "gold mine" for finding antiques, collectibles, art and more. The market is open Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday with outdoor stalls open from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. and indoor shops open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Parking and entry are free for shoppers.
Go: 1850 River Road/Route 29, Lambertville; 609-397-0811.
All types of merchandise – antiques, collectibles, furniture, jewelry, housewares, tools, electronics, games, videos, books, toys, arts and crafts, memorabilia, clothing – can be found at the Neshanic Flea Market. Food items such as local honey, fresh fruits, vegetables and eggs also are sold. A longtime local tradition, the market is open from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. once a month on Saturdays. The next 2024 dates are: Aug. 24, Sept. 14 and Oct. 12. Attendance and parking are free. Shoppers are encouraged to bring a cash or food donation for the Somerset County Food Pantry.
Go: Neshanic United Methodist Church, 111 Elm St., Branchburg; [email protected].
The flea market is open on Tuesdays from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. rain or shine and a variety of vendors can be found outside and inside. The market will be closed on Sept. 3.
Go: New Dover Methodist Church, 687 New Dover Road, Edison; 732-381-7904.
The Plainfield Plaza Flea Market is open 3:30 to 7 p.m. on Fridays and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.
Go: 249 E. Front St., Plainfield; 908-668-9148.
A fundraiser for the Washington Valley Volunteer Fire Company, the Warren Flea Market open 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday from April to November. There are more than 300 tables available in a six-acre shaded park setting with vendors selling everything from antiques, apparel and jewelry to textiles, food and collectibles and more.
Go: Washington Valley Volunteer Fire Company, 146 Washington Valley Road, Warren; 732-356-1432.
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Updates to the district's schools will span multiple years, with the first phase set to begin this summer. See project details:Sara Winick, Patch StaffMANALAPAN-ENGLISHTOWN, NJ — The Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District will begin improvement projects for its schools this summer, following voter approval of the ...
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MANALAPAN-ENGLISHTOWN, NJ — The Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District will begin improvement projects for its schools this summer, following voter approval of the district’s $115.4 million bond referendum in November.
The referendum, which residents voted on in the 2024 General Election, called for improvements to Manalapan-Englishtown schools such as replacing HVAC systems, parking lot paving, roofing replacements and more.
One of the referendum projects includes relocating administrative offices and building an addition to Manalapan-Englishtown Middle School (MEMS) for the offices to move to.
Following community approval of the November referendum, members of the Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District Board of Education and administration have been collaborating with professionals to implement a plan for the approved projects.
Updates to the district schools will span multiple years, according to officials, with the first phase set to begin after school closes in June. Once phase one begins, it’s set to run through August.
The projects (by school) planned for summer 2025 include:
“The district remains committed to ensuring the safety of students and staff members, while minimizing disruptions to educational programming,” district officials said. “To keep these priorities at the forefront and maintain steady progress, construction will be completed in phases.”
Bids and schedules for future phases of work are being finalized, officials said. As information becomes available, Manalapan-Englishtown Regional Schools will continue to update the community.
For updates on the projects, you can visit the Manalapan-Englishtown Regional Schools Referendum website.
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by F RiehlIn a bold move that’s catching fire across the Garden State, Englishtown, New Jersey, just made history. Mayor Daniel Francisco and his borough council passed a first-of-its-kind resolution rebating $150 of the state’s $200 concealed carry permit fee back to law-abiding residents. And according to Francisco, phones are ringing off the hook from other towns eager to follow suit.For gun owners, especially in a state notorious for treating the Second Amendment like a second-class right, this is big.A ...
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In a bold move that’s catching fire across the Garden State, Englishtown, New Jersey, just made history. Mayor Daniel Francisco and his borough council passed a first-of-its-kind resolution rebating $150 of the state’s $200 concealed carry permit fee back to law-abiding residents. And according to Francisco, phones are ringing off the hook from other towns eager to follow suit.
For gun owners, especially in a state notorious for treating the Second Amendment like a second-class right, this is big.
New Jersey’s carry permit system was already among the strictest in the nation. Then, after the 2022 Bruen decision from the U.S. Supreme Court struck down “justifiable need” laws, the state responded not by honoring the ruling but by jacking up the cost to carry. Instead of $50, it’s now $200. Of that, $150 goes straight into the pocket of your local town government.
Let that sink in: You already passed the background checks, the training, the paperwork — and now your town wants to cash in on your constitutional rights?
Mayor Francisco, himself a former plaintiff in a federal gun rights case, wasn’t having it.
“There’s nothing in state law that says we can’t give the money back,” Francisco told Bearing Arms host Cam Edwards. And that’s exactly what Englishtown did — rebate the full $150 municipal cut to anyone who applies for a carry permit and proves residency.
Englishtown isn’t just another dot on the map. It was a staging ground for the Continental Army during the pivotal Battle of Monmouth in the Revolutionary War. Francisco sees a connection.
“In the same way our town played a role in turning the tide against the Redcoats, maybe we’re now turning the tide against unconstitutional gun laws,” he said.
Instead of preaching about the Second Amendment, Francisco and his council took direct action — creating a rebate program without triggering legal backlash from the state. No grandstanding. No lawsuits. Just quietly giving money back to the people.
And now the movement is spreading.
Mayor Francisco says he has already heard from mayors and council members in towns across New Jersey, many who want to implement similar rebates. While he expects only a few to act in the short term, he believes a few dozen towns could pass similar resolutions by year’s end.
That’s a serious blow to Trenton’s gun control machine.
Let’s be real: The $200 carry fee isn’t about safety — it’s about keeping the “wrong people” from carrying. And by “wrong people,” the state means law-abiding working-class residents who can’t spare an extra $200.
But in Englishtown, they’re no longer priced out.
Francisco points out something crucial: prior to the Bruen ruling, municipalities didn’t collect a dime from carry permits. They got zero dollars. The current $150 fee to the towns is new. So the idea that towns somehow “need” this money doesn’t hold up.
“There’s no excuse,” Francisco said. “They can’t claim they’re losing money they never had.”
The resolution was also carefully worded to avoid a direct constitutional challenge—avoiding a fight with the Attorney General. The borough simply accepts the fee and then chooses to rebate it to the applicant. Legally clean. Politically powerful.
And that’s where the real pressure comes in.
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Now residents in 500-plus other towns can go to their own councils and ask: Why are you keeping my $150 when Englishtown gives it back?
That’s the kind of grassroots, bottom-up activism that wins culture wars and legal ones.
As of now, the rebate is active and retroactive to Jan. 1, 2025. Englishtown residents just need to show proof of payment to the borough, and they’ll receive a check from the town.
Meanwhile, leaders like Francisco are working behind the scenes to help other towns copy the model. Legal support has come from attorneys like Jonathan Cohen, and media support is growing from outlets like Bearing Arms and AmmoLand News.
Even the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms (CCRKBA) praised the move in an open letter, calling it “a show of true leadership” and a roadmap for other municipalities.
This isn’t just a refund. It’s a political grenade lobbed right back at the anti-gun state establishment. And it’s working.
For gun owners in New Jersey, and really across the country, Englishtown shows what’s possible when elected officials actually stand up for our rights — not just with words but also with action.
“You shouldn’t have to pay a premium to exercise a basic civil right,” Francisco said. “The Constitution doesn’t come with a price tag.”
Let’s hope more New Jersey towns have the courage to follow his lead.
The relocation comes after the district's bond referendum passed in November. See details on plans for the new and old locations:Updated Thu, May 8, 2025 at 8:47 pm ETCorrection: A previous version of this article listed the district referendum total as $36.7 million, which is the amount of state aid. The article has since been updated to correct the referendum amount to $115.4 million.MANALAPAN-ENGLISHTOWN, NJ — The Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District will relocate administra...
Updated Thu, May 8, 2025 at 8:47 pm ET
Correction: A previous version of this article listed the district referendum total as $36.7 million, which is the amount of state aid. The article has since been updated to correct the referendum amount to $115.4 million.
MANALAPAN-ENGLISHTOWN, NJ — The Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District will relocate administrative offices and start construction on a new addition to their middle school this summer, Superintendent Nicole Santora said in a letter to families.
The announcement comes after the district’s $115.4 million bond referendum passed in November, which called for the construction of an addition to Manalapan-Englishtown Middle School (MEMS) and the relocation of administrative offices on 54 Main Street.
According to district officials, maintaining the current administration building would require “extensive renovations and ongoing repairs, making it neither sustainable nor fiscally responsible.”
The district anticipates breaking ground on the new addition over the summer and plans to move into the new space within the next 18 months.
Once the relocation is complete, Santora said the district’s intention has been to sell the current property and use proceeds to either supplement the annual operating budget or pay down the long-term bonds.
On Tuesday, May 13, the Englishtown Borough Joint Planning & Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on the 54 Main Street property.
At this meeting, the board will review the findings of its redevelopment study and consider recommending to the Borough Council that the current property be designated as a “Condemnation Area in Need of Redevelopment,” which could allow the borough to try and use eminent domain to acquire the property.
“We are in discussions with borough officials to ensure that, should the borough try to acquire the district’s property, the district would receive fair market value as compensation comparable to what could be expected from selling it through a public auction,” Santora said. “We are also working to ensure that the timeline does not disrupt district operations or result in additional costs to taxpayers, such as the cost to rent a facility and/or relocate multiple times.”
Board of Education members and district officials will be in attendance at Tuesday night’s meeting, Santora said.
The district is encouraging anyone interested to join them, and said the community’s “continued engagement is important as we work through this process together.”
To see the agenda for the Planning & Zoning Board meeting on May 13, you can click here.
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