Bellmawr public meetings in 2021

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council adopted two cannabis-related ordinances: one amending land use rules to allow cannabis establishments as a conditional use, and another imposing a 2% municipal transfer tax on most cannabis sales and 1% on Class III license holders. The council also approved a consent agenda of 15 resolutions covering property liens, tax exemptions, contract approvals, and cancellations of old checks and grant balances, plus several appointments and a $276,990.39 bill payment. All votes were 3-0 with one abstention (Councilman Evans) on the ordinances and unanimous on resolutions.

• Adopted ordinance #10:18-21 allowing cannabis establishments as conditional use overlay (3-0, Evans abstained)
• Adopted ordinance #10:19-21 imposing 2% cannabis transfer tax (Class I, II, V) and 1% (Class III) (3-0, Evans abstained)
• Approved consent resolutions #12:213-21 through #12:227-21 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of full-time DPW employees Tammond Hill and Ronald Davis (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of part-time EMT Matthew Stout (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of part-time DPW employee Shane Jones (unanimous)
• Renewed transport billing agreement with Virtua Health, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved payment of December 2021 bills totaling $276,990.39 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving budget transfers, paying December bills, and filling a council vacancy. The agenda also includes reports from the engineer, departments, solicitor, and mayor, plus public comment.

• Resolution #12:208-21 approving 2021 Budget Transfers
• Resolution #12:209-21 authorizing payment of bills for December 2021
• Resolution #12:210-21 filling a Borough Council vacancy under the Municipal Vacancy Law
• Executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council will consider a bond ordinance to fund fire and safety equipment, along with resolutions on tax refunds, insurance, trash collection, road reconstruction, and an EMT appointment. The meeting includes public comment and committee reports.

• Bond ordinance #10-17-21: $805,851 for fire and safety equipment, issuing up to $765,558 in bonds
• Ordinance #10:20-21: amendments to rental property code (Chapter 344)
• Resolution #11:204-21: shared service agreement with Runnemede and Mt. Ephraim for 2022 trash collection
• Resolution #11:205-21: design and bid for FY 2022 NJDOT reconstruction of Devenney Drive
• Resolution #11:-201-21: payment of bills totaling $3,712,880.06

The Borough Council adopted two ordinances, including a bond ordinance authorizing $805,851 for fire and safety department equipment. It also approved four consent resolutions, including a shared service agreement for trash collection and a tax refund resolution, and appointed a full-time EMT. Councilman Steven Hagerty's resignation was announced.

• Adopted bond ordinance #10-17-21 authorizing $805,851 for fire and safety equipment
• Adopted ordinance #10:20-21 amending property rental code
• Approved consent resolutions #11:202-21 through #11:205-21, including tax refunds, JIF membership renewal, shared trash service with Runnemede, and Devenney Drive design
• Approved appointment of Amanda Haubois as full-time EMT
• Approved payment of November 2021 bills totaling $3,712,880.06

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding a caucus meeting with routine reports from the CFO, engineer, departments, solicitor, and council members. The agenda includes two closed-session items: one for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters, and another for contract negotiations and attorney-client privilege matters. Public comment is scheduled, but no specific action items are listed.

• Closed session: personnel & attorney client privilege matters (#11:01-C)
• Closed session: contract negotiations & attorney client privilege matters (#11:02-C)
• CFO Maria Fasulo best practice review
• Engineer's report from Steve Bach of Bach Associates
• Public comment period

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council introduced four ordinances, including a bond ordinance for $805,851 in fire and safety equipment and a cannabis overlay zone ordinance. They also adopted 16 resolutions, covering items like a tax exemption for a disabled veteran, property liens, and a $339,331.04 payment for the Benigno Boulevard project. All votes were unanimous.

• Introduced bond ordinance #10-17-21 for $805,851 fire/safety equipment (all in favor)
• Introduced cannabis overlay zone ordinance #10-18-21 (all in favor)
• Introduced cannabis transfer tax ordinance #10-19-21 (all in favor)
• Introduced rental property ordinance #10-20-21 (all in favor)
• Adopted consent agenda resolutions #10-186-21 through #10-195-21 (all in favor)
• Adopted resolution #10-191-21 authorizing $339,331.04 payment to South State, Inc. (all in favor)
• Approved part-time EMT appointment of Eugene Johnson (all in favor)
• Approved part-time DPW appointment of Nathan Klenk (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding a caucus meeting with routine reports from the engineer, department heads, solicitor, and council members, plus public comment. The agenda includes two closed-session items for personnel and contract negotiations under attorney-client privilege. No formal votes or specific action items are listed on the public agenda.

• Closed session: personnel & attorney-client privilege matters (#10:01-C)
• Closed session: contract negotiations & attorney-client privilege matters (#10:02-C)
• Presentation by David Steinberg of Sustainable Jersey
• Engineer's report from Steve Bach of Bach Associates
• Public comment period

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council adopted two ordinances, including a bond ordinance authorizing up to $175,750 in bonds for a new ambulance, and approved several resolutions, including a shared services agreement with Hi-Nella for leaf collection and street cleaning. The council also approved payments totaling $2,117,129.68 for September 2021 bills.

• Adopted bond ordinance for ambulance acquisition (all in favor)
• Adopted ordinance for indoor batting cage rules (all in favor)
• Approved appointment of Water Department Superintendent (4-0, D'Angelo abstained)
• Approved property maintenance liens resolution (all in favor)
• Approved sewer bill change from two units to one (all in favor)
• Approved refunding overpayments for 3rd quarter 2021 taxes (all in favor)
• Approved Safe Route to School Grant application (all in favor)
• Approved shared services agreement with Hi-Nella for leaf collection/street sweeping (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding a caucus meeting with routine reports from the engineer, departments, solicitor, and officials. The agenda includes two closed-session items for personnel and contract negotiations, citing attorney-client privilege. No other substantive public business is listed.

• Closed session #09:01-C on personnel and attorney-client privilege
• Closed session #09:02-C on contract negotiations and attorney-client privilege
• Engineer's report from Steve Bach of Bach Associates
• Public comment period

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review several ordinances and resolutions, including a bond ordinance for a new ambulance. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of two patrolmen and discussions on shared service agreements with neighboring boroughs.

• Bond Ordinance 08:15-21 to acquire an ambulance for $185,000
• Ordinance 08:16-21 establishing rules for Bellmawr Baseball/Softball Indoor Batting Cages
• Resolution #08-171-21 for $224,717.99 to Lexa Concrete, LLC for Hall Avenue reconstruction
• Resolution #08-177-21 approving August 2021 bills totaling $5,224,852.21
• Adoption of Ordinance 06:14-21 regarding a lease at 29 Lewis Avenue

The Bellmawr Borough Council introduced a $185,000 bond ordinance for a new ambulance, adopted a lease agreement with Bellmawr Fire & Rescue #1 for property at 29 Lewis Avenue, and approved a series of resolutions including payments, shared service agreements, and appointments. The council also welcomed three new police officers and approved the August 2021 bills totaling $5,224,852.21.

• Introduced bond ordinance 08:15-21 for $185,000 ambulance acquisition (all in favor)
• Introduced ordinance 08:16-21 establishing rules for indoor batting cages (all in favor)
• Adopted ordinance 06:14-21 authorizing lease with Bellmawr Fire & Rescue #1 for 29 Lewis Avenue (all in favor)
• Approved resolutions #08:167-21 through #08:175-21 including property liens, sewer charges, budget insertion, $224,717.99 payment to Lexa Concrete for Hall Avenue reconstruction, and shared service agreements with Oaklyn, Stratford, Brooklawn, and Camden County (all in favor)
• Approved resolution #08:176-21 appointing part-time employees (all in favor)
• Approved resolution #08:177-21 paying August 2021 bills totaling $5,224,852.21 (all in favor)

Borough Council

This is a caucus meeting for the Bellmawr Mayor and Council. The agenda consists of procedural reports from the engineer, public works, emergency management, and solicitor, as well as a closed session regarding personnel and contract negotiations.

• Closed session regarding personnel and attorney client privilege matters
• Closed session regarding contract negotiations
• Engineer's report from Bach Associates
• Department reports from Public Works and Emergency Management

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding the fiscal year 2022 Neighborhood Preservation Program. The resolution authorizes an application for neighborhood preservation and revitalization activities in Bellmawr.

• Resolution 8:167-21: Authorization for fiscal year 2022 Neighborhood Preservation Program application

The Bellmawr Borough Council held a special meeting on August 12, 2021, and passed Resolution 8:167-21 authorizing the application for the fiscal year 2022 Neighborhood Preservation Program for neighborhood preservation and revitalization activities. The motion was made by Councilman Bider, seconded by Councilwoman Fina, and approved by all in favor via roll call. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned after the vote.

• Approved Resolution 8:167-21 authorizing FY2022 Neighborhood Preservation Program application (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to consider two ordinances and several resolutions, including a ban on cannabis businesses, new smoking and vaping restrictions on public property, and acceptance of a state body-worn camera grant. The council will also vote on a road materials contract extension and approve July bills.

• Second reading of ordinance 05:11-21 to prohibit all cannabis businesses in the borough
• Second reading of ordinance 06:13-21 to establish Chapter 370, 'Smoking and Vaping on Public Property'
• Resolution 07:161-21 to accept $48,912.00 state Body Worn Camera Grant (Award No. 21-BWC-023)
• Resolution 07:163-21 to extend the road materials contract with Interstate Asphalt for one year
• Resolution 07:166-21 to approve July bills totaling $2,427,500.23

The Bellmawr Borough Council adopted two ordinances: one prohibiting all classes of cannabis businesses within borough limits, and another establishing Chapter 370 to regulate smoking and vaping on public property. The council also approved a consent agenda including a $48,912 body-worn camera grant, participation in Sustainable Jersey, a one-year road materials contract extension, and budget insertions, plus a $2,427,500.23 bill payment resolution. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted ordinance 05:11-21 prohibiting cannabis businesses (all in favor)
• Adopted ordinance 06:13-21 establishing smoking/vaping rules on public property (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions 07:161-21 through 07-165-21, including $48,912 body-worn camera grant (all in favor)
• Approved resolution 07:166-21 for July bills totaling $2,427,500.23 (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to consider a bond ordinance for capital equipment and improvements, along with resolutions on tax sales, bank accounts, and grant applications. They will also vote on a resolution to apply for $1,188,930 in federal COVID-19 recovery funds. Several liquor license renewals and appointments are on the agenda.

• Bond ordinance 05:12-21 authorizing $1,120,000 for capital equipment and improvements, with up to $1,079,250 in bonds
• Resolution 06:138-21 to apply for $1,188,930 in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
• Resolution 06:132-21 authorizing a tax sale for delinquent municipal charges
• Resolution 06:133-21 to charge a $25.00 fee per notice for electronic tax sale
• Resolution 06:146-21 to submit a grant application for reconstruction of Devenney Drive

The Bellmawr Borough Council adopted a bond ordinance authorizing up to $1,079,250 in bonds for capital equipment and improvements, and introduced ordinances banning smoking/vaping on public property and leasing land to the fire department. The council also approved a resolution to apply for $1,188,930 in federal COVID-19 recovery funds, and renewed multiple liquor and club licenses, with two inactive licenses approved despite a split vote.

• Adopted bond ordinance 05:12-21 for $1,120,000 capital improvements (all in favor)
• Introduced ordinance 06:13-21 banning smoking/vaping on public property (all in favor)
• Introduced ordinance 06:14-21 leasing property at 29 Lewis Ave to Bellmawr Fire & Rescue #1 (all in favor)
• Approved resolution 06:138-21 to apply for $1,188,930 in COVID-19 recovery funds (all in favor)
• Renewed club and liquor licenses for 2021-2022, including inactive licenses (split vote on Ten 9 Corp, 2 no votes)
• Approved appointments of two patrolmen, two full-time DPW, and one part-time DPW (all in favor)
• Approved June bills totaling $822,445.49 (all in favor)
• Approved change order and payments for Municipal Building window/door project (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Borough of Bellmawr Mayor and Council scheduled a June 17, 2021, caucus meeting via Zoom. The agenda consists entirely of procedural reports from the engineer, departments, solicitor, and council members. No specific ordinances, contracts, or decisions are listed for public discussion.

• Engineer’s report by Steve Bach of Bach Associates
• Department reports from Public Works Director Joseph Ciano and Emergency Management Dan DiRenzo
• Solicitor’s report by Howard Long
• Closed session scheduled for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions include first reading of a cannabis business ban and a $1.12 million bond ordinance, plus adoption of the 2021 municipal budget and salary ordinances. The agenda also includes police promotions, hiring, and various contracts.

• Ordinance 05:11-21 to prohibit all cannabis businesses
• Bond ordinance 05:12-21 for $1,120,000 in capital equipment and improvements
• Adoption of 2021 Municipal Budget (Resolution #05:117-21)
• Contract award to Lexa Concrete, LLC for Hall Avenue reconstruction ($244,221.10)
• Payment of May 2021 bills totaling $4,273,803.48

The Bellmawr Borough Council held its regular meeting on May 27, 2021, and took several actions. It introduced an ordinance to prohibit all cannabis businesses within the borough and a bond ordinance for capital equipment and improvements. The council adopted ordinances for community cats, an amended salary schedule, and a COLA increase. It also adopted the 2021 municipal budget and approved numerous resolutions, including police promotions, hiring of new employees, and a contract for the Hall Avenue reconstruction project.

• Introduced ordinance 05:11-21 to prohibit all cannabis businesses in Bellmawr (all in favor)
• Introduced bond ordinance 05:12-21 for $1,120,000 in capital improvements (all in favor)
• Adopted ordinance 02:05-21 adding Community Cats article to Borough Code (all in favor)
• Adopted amended salary ordinance 04:09-21 (all in favor)
• Adopted COLA ordinance 04:10-21 allowing 3% budget increase (all in favor)
• Adopted 2021 Municipal Budget via resolution 05:117-21 (all in favor)
• Approved police promotions: Lieutenant, Sergeant, Corporal (all in favor)
• Awarded contract to Lexa Concrete, LLC for Hall Avenue reconstruction for $244,221.10 (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to consider two resolutions: one awarding a contract to RNM Construction, LLC for a 40x80-foot pole barn, and another increasing temporary appropriations for the 2021 municipal budget. The agenda also includes routine reports from the engineer, departments, solicitor, and council members, plus a closed session for personnel and attorney-client matters.

• Resolution 05:108-21: Award contract to RNM Construction, LLC for construction of a 40x80' Pole Barn
• Resolution 05:109-21: Increase Temporary Appropriations for the 2021 Municipal Budget
• Closed session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding a special meeting to authorize an executive session. The session will address matters involving attorney-client privilege regarding recreational cannabis laws and contract negotiations.

• Resolution 04:02-21C: Authorization of executive session regarding cannabis regulations and contract negotiations

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council will consider introducing the 2021 municipal budget and an amended salary ordinance, along with a COLA ordinance allowing a 3% budget increase. They will also vote on adopting a public assembly ordinance and a bond ordinance for road reconstruction. Several resolutions cover contracts, appointments, and a $2.8 million bill payment.

• Introduction of 2021 Municipal Budget and amended Salary Ordinance
• COLA Ordinance allowing 3% budget increase over previous year
• Bond Ordinance for road reconstruction, appropriating $280,000
• Shared service agreement with Somerdale for solid waste disposal
• Payment of April 2021 bills totaling $2,842,680.44

The Bellmawr Borough Council introduced the 2021 municipal budget with no local tax increase and adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including a bond ordinance for road reconstruction. The council also approved appointments for tax collector, sewer superintendent, and EMT positions, and authorized payment of April bills totaling $2,842,680.44.

• Introduced amended salary ordinance (unanimous)
• Introduced COLA ordinance allowing 3% budget increase (unanimous)
• Adopted Public Assembly Ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted bond ordinance for road reconstruction, $280,000 appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for 2021 Municipal Budget introduction (unanimous)
• Approved resolutions #04:95-21 through #04:101-21, including grants and change orders (unanimous)
• Approved appointments for Tax Collector, Sewer Superintendent, full-time and part-time EMTs, and two part-time DPW employees (unanimous)
• Authorized payment of bills for April 2021 in amount of $2,842,680.44 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding a caucus meeting with reports from the engineer, departments, solicitor, and council members, followed by public comment and new business. The agenda includes a closed session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters. No specific action items or dollar amounts are listed.

• Closed session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters
• Engineer's report by Steve Bach of Bach Associates
• Public works report by Director Joseph Ciano
• Emergency management report by Dan DiRenzo
• Solicitor's report by Howard Long

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to consider resolutions and ordinances, including approving $1,885,621.96 in March bills, introducing a $280,000 bond ordinance for road reconstruction, and authorizing a shared services agreement for a critical incident response van. The agenda also includes tax refunds, a Camden County Open Space grant application for Sixth Avenue Playground, and hiring/promotion actions.

• Resolution #03:91-21 authorizing payment of March 2021 bills totaling $1,885,621.96
• Bond Ordinance 03:08-21 for reconstruction of various borough roads, appropriating $280,000 and issuing up to $27,377 in bonds
• Resolution #03:85-21 shared service agreement with 9 other boroughs for a Critical Incident Team Response Cargo Van
• Resolution #03:86-21 authorizing submission of Camden County Open Space Grant for Sixth Avenue Playground
• Resolution #03:84-21 authorizing Payment No. 5 to PRO Architectural LLC in the amount of $48,113.00

The Borough Council approved a series of resolutions, including tax refunds, a shared services agreement for a critical incident team van, and payment of March bills totaling $1,885,621.96. They introduced ordinances for public assembly and a $280,000 road reconstruction bond. The Community Cats ordinance was tabled, and the 2021 Salary Ordinance was adopted.

• Approved resolutions #03:77-21 through #03:86-21, including tax refunds, a tax appeal agreement, and a shared services agreement for a Critical Incident Team Response Cargo Van
• Approved resolution #03:87-21 for a Reserve Budget Appropriation Transfer
• Approved resolution #03:88-21 for a Temporary Capital Budget
• Approved resolution #03:89-21 hiring a full-time Borough Hall employee and part-time EMT employees
• Approved resolution #03:90-21 for promotions of Borough employees
• Approved payment of March 2021 bills in the amount of $1,885,621.96
• Introduced ordinance 03:07-21 for a Public Assembly Ordinance
• Introduced bond ordinance 03:08-21 for road reconstruction, appropriating $280,000

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to consider ordinances and resolutions, including a first reading of a 2021 salary ordinance and an ordinance on community cats, as well as second readings on stormwater control and fee schedule amendments. The council will also vote on resolutions for shared service agreements, police appointments, a bid rejection, and payment of February bills totaling $3,619,400.19.

• First reading of ordinance 02:05-21 adding Community Cats article to Borough Code
• First reading of ordinance 02:6-21 authorizing 2021 Salary Ordinance
• Second reading of ordinance 01:03-21 amending Storm Water Control Ordinance (Chapter 393)
• Resolution #02:64-21 authorizing shared service agreement with Audubon for Fire Department fleet maintenance
• Resolution #02:73-21 authorizing payment of bills for February 2021 in amount of $3,619,400.19

The Bellmawr Borough Council approved a series of resolutions, including police and DPW appointments, a separation agreement for the retiring Water & Sewer Superintendent, and payment of February bills totaling $3,619,400.19. Two ordinances were introduced (Community Cats and 2021 Salary Ordinance) and two were adopted (Storm Water Control amendment and Schedule of Fee amendment). All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the minutes approval.

• Approved payment of February bills totaling $3,619,400.19
• Introduced Community Cats ordinance (first reading)
• Introduced 2021 Salary Ordinance (first reading)
• Adopted Storm Water Control Ordinance amendment
• Adopted Schedule of Fee amendment
• Approved appointment of Daniel P. Moody Jr. as Patrolman
• Approved separation agreement for George Rennles, Water & Sewer Superintendent
• Approved 8 resolutions including tax refund, shared services, and CDBG application

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding a caucus meeting with reports from the engineer, departments, solicitor, and council members. The agenda includes a closed session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters. No specific action items are listed; the meeting appears to be primarily procedural.

• Closed session #02:01-C for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters
• Engineer's report by Steve Bach of Bach Associates
• Department reports from Public Works Director Joseph Ciano and Emergency Management Dan DiRenzo
• Solicitor's report by Howard Long

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council adopted an ordinance amending Chapter 36 of the Fire Department code and approved a $15,000 appropriation from the Capital Improvement Fund for an ambulance. The council also introduced amendments to the Storm Water Control Ordinance and the Schedule of Fees, and approved multiple resolutions including appointments and January bill payments.

• Adopted ordinance 01:01-21 amending Chapter 36 Fire Department (all in favor)
• Adopted ordinance 01:02-21 appropriating $15,000 for ambulance acquisition (all in favor)
• Introduced ordinance 01:03-21 amending Storm Water Control Ordinance (all in favor)
• Introduced ordinance 01:04-21 amending Schedule of Fees (all in favor)
• Approved resolutions #01:51-21 through #01:54-21 (contracts, fee reimbursement, budget transfer) (all in favor)
• Approved resolution #01:55-21 appointing Fire Chief (all in favor)
• Approved resolutions #01:56-21, #01:57-21, #01:58-21 appointing Class II Special Officers (all in favor)
• Approved resolutions #01:59-21 through #01:61-21 appointing part-time EMT, full-time DPW helper, part-time DPW worker (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting, including the swearing-in of elected officials and the nomination of a Council President. The agenda is largely procedural, with numerous resolutions establishing committees, designating depositories, and making appointments for 2021. Two ordinances are introduced for first reading, one amending the Fire Department chapter and another amending a bond ordinance for an ambulance purchase.

• Ordinance 01:01-21 amending Chapter 36 Fire Department
• Ordinance 01:02-21 amending Bond Ordinance #10:17-20 for ambulance purchase
• Resolution #01:34-21 authorizing Temporary Budget 2021
• Resolution #01:43-21 authorizing payment of December 2020 bills for $859,268.21
• Resolution #01:36-21 appointing Interim Fire Chief