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Newspaper
Hillside Times
Location
Hillside, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1956
Page
6
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Township officials hope taxes drop about three points as 1956 budgets rise. Factors include a large debt reduction, surplus use of about 370 000, new ratables near 60 000, and a 199 000 fund to cover municipal costs. If the 12 000 tax cut materializes, 131 000 funds remain for pay hikes and services. Planning Board approves Conant Estates plat, sparking debate over zoning and possible light industry. Residents and officials argue the plan may shift costs and tax bases.
The Planning Board and Township Committee favored keeping Conant Estates and Parkway Manor as residential developments to preserve Hillside’s character, despite anticipated tax costs and some dissent. Residents and local leaders argued that light industry would depreciation home values and disturb the community balance. Planning Board advisors supported continuing residential zoning, and the decision was presented as best for the town with thanks to the board.
The Hillside Rotary Club marked its 30th anniversary at Hillside Presbyterian Church with a program led by vice president Ira Gottsche. Fifteen past presidents were honored, including charter member Howard J Bloy who recalled early Rotary days in 1918 and 1920, highlighting community projects and scholarships.
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