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🌱 What’s at stake in Sparta’s Highlands and PFAS council decisions?

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What's up Sparta! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

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  • What's at stake in Sparta's Highlands and PFAS council decisions?

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📰 News we're reading

• Sparta Township Council Sept 8 Agenda Includes Resolution to Start Highlands Regional Master Plan Conformance Process (tapinto.net) — Sparta residents may want to follow Tuesday's Township Council meeting, where officials will tackle PFAS-related water service costs and consider starting full conformance with the Highlands Regional Master Plan. The agenda also includes proclamations, a presentation from Sussex County Community College's president, and an executive session before the 7 p.m. public meeting.
   

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