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Residents press High Bridge council about clothing donation shed relocation
Summary
During public comment, residents asked why a clothing donation shed on Dewey Avenue might be moved, raised concerns about its size and parked vehicles at the site, and sought clarity about who will manage any relocation; the borough said DEP approval to move the shed has been received but final details were not specified.
Several High Bridge residents used the council’s public-comment periods on Dec. 18 to press for details about plans for a clothing-donation shed on Dewey Avenue.
Carol Wirtz, Barbara Lewis and Frank Ricardi raised concerns about the shed’s appearance and site management. Lewis asked about rumors that the shed might be moved, the reason for any move and the size of the recycling center planned for that site; Ricardi said vehicles parked at the location are unsightly.
Mayor Michele Lee responded that the council had heard the rumors and was working on the issue. Administrator Brett Bartman told the council the borough had received approval from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to move the shed to a "suitable location," according to the minutes; the record does not specify the new site, a moving timeline or which party (municipal or private) will ultimately operate the container.
Barbara Lewis noted Trident is a private business and asked whether Trident might take the bin; the minutes do not record a definitive answer on ownership or operational responsibility. Sharon of the South Branch Emergency Squad offered thanks to the council for its support during public comments.
The minutes show residents sought clarification rather than proposing formal action; the council did not adopt a binding decision about the shed’s final location during this meeting.
