Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Plainfield public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues with medium priority
Milt Campbell Field detention basin improvement
The council approved applying for a $500,000 state grant, bringing the project total to roughly $4.25 million for a multi-phase flood drainage improvement expected to take two to four years through DEP review.
Litter and code enforcement on West Front Street
A resident called West Front Street between Clinton and Rock 'filthy,' with litter concentrated around businesses, and asked why inspectors aren't acting. Staff cited the citation-fine process and pledged more frequent enforcement in the area.
Hannah Atkins fully inclusive playground
Three contracts worth about $733,000 together will build a completely inclusive playground; the overall three-site project totals about $7.73 million, offset by a $459,000 Green Acres grant.
Emergency sewer ejector repair at police headquarters
An $85,765.44 emergency appropriation will fix the police department's sewer ejector system, which failed October 5; leftover funds from an old ordinance will be reappropriated by ordinance in November.
Citywide speed hump installations
A resident said promised speed bumps never arrived and her property and car have been damaged by speeding traffic. She was referred to the Public Works director.