Meetings in Blairstown, Frelinghuysen, Hardwick, Hope and Knowlton this week.
Several local government and school board meetings are scheduled across North Warren County this week, including township, school board and land use meetings. Here’s a quick guide to what’s happening and how residents can attend or participate.
Blairstown Land Use Board
Date & Time: May 18, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Blairstown Township Municipal Building
What’s on the Agenda:
- Resolution for Liberty State Construction 2 LLC D-use variance application at 233 Route 94
- International Mahavira Jain Mission minor site plan application at 65 Mud Pond Road moved to the June 15 agenda
- The Last Frontier D-use variance and minor subdivision application at 44 Hope Road moved to the June 15 agenda
- Discussion on recommended zoning ordinance amendments to the R-10 Residential District
- 2025 annual report and monthly application status report
Public Comment:
Public portion scheduled near the end of the meeting agenda.
How to Attend:
In person. Agenda and application materials available through Blairstown Township’s Land Use Board page.
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Frelinghuysen Township Committee
Date & Time: May 18, 2026 at 7 p.m. The agenda also lists an executive session beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Location: Township Hall, 210 Main Street, Johnsonburg
What’s on the Agenda:
- 2026 budget adoption
- First reading of ordinance prohibiting correctional institutions and detention facilities in all township zones
- Adoption of ordinance prohibiting data centers in all township zones
- Executive session items including real property matters and affordable housing litigation
- Appointment of a chief financial officer
Public Comment:
Public comment on governmental issues is scheduled near the end of the meeting. Comments are limited to three minutes per person.
How to Attend:
In person. Agenda available through the Frelinghuysen Township website.
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Knowlton Township Elementary Board of Education
Date & Time: May 18, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Location: 80 Route 46, Delaware
What’s on the Agenda:
Agenda not provided at time of publication.
Public Comment:
Past meeting minutes show public comment as part of the meeting, but residents should check the current agenda for this meeting’s public comment details.
How to Attend:
In person.
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North Warren Regional Board of Education
Date & Time: May 19, 2026 at 6 p.m.
Location: Media Center at North Warren Regional School District, 10 Noe Road, Blairstown
What’s on the Agenda:
- Superintendent employment contract for Dr. Patrick Ketch
- 2026-27 employee contracts and staffing approvals
- Renewal of Maschio’s Food Services contract
- Cooperative wrestling agreement with Belvidere High School
- First reading of multiple policy revisions and updates
- Recognition of top 10 graduating students
Public Comment:
Public comment on agenda items and non-agenda items is scheduled during separate portions of the meeting. Comments are limited to three minutes per person.
How to Attend:
In person. Agenda available through the North Warren Regional School District website.
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Hope Township Board of Education
Date & Time: May 19, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Hope Township School Library, 320 Johnsonburg Road, Hope
What’s on the Agenda:
Agenda not provided at time of publication. The board’s annual meeting schedule notes that action may be taken at meetings.
Public Comment:
Check the agenda for public comment details.
How to Attend:
In person.
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Hardwick Township Committee
Date & Time: May 20, 2026 at 7 p.m.
Location: Hardwick Municipal Building
What’s on the Agenda:
Agenda not posted online at time of publication.
Public Comment:
Check agenda for public comment details when available.
How to Attend:
In person. Meeting information available through the Hardwick Township website.
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Editor’s note: Meeting dates, times and agendas can change. Residents should confirm details with the municipality or board before attending.
