The proposed changes adjust revenue and appropriations, with senior group funding discussed during the committee meeting.
Mayor Catherine Payne says senior services for more than 2,000 residents remain intact as officials review other funding options.
Two Republicans and two Democrats filed to run in the uncontested 2026 Primary Election for the Hillsborough Township Committee.
The primary election is Tuesday, June 2. See who is on the ballot and where to vote.
The Township Committee backed a resolution urging state leaders to curb steep health benefit increases.
Residents challenged a $31,000 cut to two senior clubs as Hillsborough officials detailed budget pressures and delayed a vote.
Democrat Samantha Hand shares why she is running for re-election on the Hillsborough Township Committee in 2026.
Democrat Meghann Valeo shares why she is running for election on the Hillsborough Township Committee in 2026.
Applicant is seeking use and bulk variances to build a 103,560-square-foot self-storage facility on Route 206.
Board members voted 5-2 to approve the Chick-fil-A plan with conditions tied to traffic, parking and access.
Town officials also accepted a $2,400 Rotary check tied to the township's 250th anniversary and trail marker effort.
Weekly food pantry appointments in Hillsborough will end July 24 as the township shifts toward wellness and emergency support.
Town officials said pension, insurance and health cost increases drove major pressure in the 2026 municipal budget.
A 13,955-square-foot car wash is proposed at 425 Route 206, but the use is not permitted in the town center zone.
The new Hillsborough survey focuses on identifying and protecting open space as part of the township's Master Plan process.
The request for Hillsborough is among 20 Community Project Funding requests made by Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. for 2027.
Officials said the easement sale would preserve farmland and reduce debt tied to the 2022 land purchase.
Senators Zwicker and McKnight said the bill would close a gap in New Jersey civil rights law by barring bias tied to height or weight.
This will be the largest preserved farmland in Hillsborough's history.
The Department of Public Works will handle temporary repairs until the permanent paving project begins.
Jill Gomez is believed to be the first woman to serve on the Hillsborough Township Committee while pregnant, marking a historic moment.
The township was re-certified as a film ready community by the state, indicating its preparedness to host film and television production.
The Committee previously tried and failed to pass a resolution for a $5.3 million increase in the Township's Temporary budget last week.
The Hillsborough Township Committee approved resolutions to purchase new drones and ammunition for the police and upgrades to the library.
The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding a special meeting to try voting again on the emergency temporary appropriations.
Committeewomen Hand and Gomez voted against a temporary budget increase, which Township officials say will cause some bills to go unpaid.
The fast-food chicken chain is looking to build on the corner of Route 206 and Triangle Road with dual drive-through lanes.
The application is proposing to partially demolish a PNC Bank for the urgent care and also a drive-thru coffee shop on Route 206.
The Township Committee ultimately passed a resolution approving the increases, but not before some debate.
The Planning Board reviewed the amended ordinance, which will now go before the Township Committee for a public hearing and final adoption.
During the vigil, pictures of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and Keith Porter Jr., were used to represent all of those who lost their lives to ICE.
"One thing is clear: We do not want ICE in our town," said the student group.
The election was held following the resignation of former Chair Michele Kidd, who announced her decision to step down on Jan. 7.
Good, a 37-year-old U.S. citizen and mother of three, was shot to death during an encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Democrat Jill Gomez was sworn in to serve at the Reorganization meeting, bringing the number of women on the Township Committee to three.
The new Township Committee will be selecting a new mayor and deputy mayor to serve in 2026.
The Hillsborough Fire Department is currently working with PSE&G to fix the problem.
The Township Committee presented John Ciccarelli with a ceremonial gavel for his dedicated service to Hillsborough Township.
The Hillsborough Democratic Organization endorsed incumbent Committeewoman Samantha Hand and US Army Veteran Meghann Valeo.