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Bellmawr public meetings in 2025

25 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 11, 2025

Borough Council

Council approves 2025 budget transfer and over $2.4 M in bill payments

The Bellmawr Borough Council will consider a slate of resolutions covering tax exemptions, refunds, shared service agreements, and personnel appointments. The key fiscal actions are the approval of the 2025 budget appropriation transfer and payment of missed bills totaling $1,037,661.95 and the December 2025 bill list of $1,398,780.20. Additional resolutions address property maintenance liens, sewer balance cancellation, and inter‑municipal service agreements.

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✓ Decided: Council approved the 2025 budget appropriation transfer

The council approved numerous resolutions, such as tax exemptions for disabled veterans, shared service agreements, and appointments for EMTs and police officers. It also approved the 2025 budget appropriation transfer and authorized bill payments of $1,037,661.95 and $1,398,780.20. All motions passed unanimously.

Tue Dec 2, 2025

Borough Council

Bellmawr Council to consider two $150,000 redevelopment area bond issuances

The Borough Council will meet to receive reports from the engineer, solicitor, and department heads. The body is scheduled to consider two resolutions regarding the issuance of non-recourse redevelopment area bonds.

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✓ Decided: Council approved two $150,000 redevelopment bond issuances

The council approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 caucus meeting. It passed two resolutions authorizing $150,000 non‑recourse redevelopment area bonds each. The meeting then moved out of executive session and adjourned.

Mon Dec 1, 2025

Land Use Board

Board to adopt resolution for 145 Patterson and consider 90‑day extension at 144 Dobbs

The Bellmawr Joint Land Use Board will vote on adopting Resolution Case# 2025‑10 for the property at 145 Patterson. It will also consider a request for a 90‑day extension of a minor subdivision at 144 Dobbs, previously approved in Resolution #2025‑06. A third item, Case# 2025‑08, is being carried over to the January 12, 2026 agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board adopted Resolution for 145 Patterson (Case# 2025-10)

The Land Use Board approved its meeting minutes. It adopted Resolution Case# 2025‑10 concerning 145 Patterson. The board also approved a 90‑day extension for the minor subdivision at 144 Dobbs. A motion was made to continue Case# 2025‑08 to the January 12, 2026 agenda, but the outcome was not recorded.

Thu Nov 20, 2025

Borough Council

Council will hold an executive session on Department of Public Works personnel matters

The Bellmawr Borough Council held a special meeting on November 20, 2025. The agenda included an executive session to discuss personnel issues in the Department of Public Works (Resolution #11:01-25S). No other public business or resolutions were listed.

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✓ Decided: Special council meeting held; no substantive actions taken

The Borough Council met on November 20, 2025 for a special session. An executive session was held to discuss personnel, contractual and attorney‑client privilege matters, and motions were unanimously approved, though the minutes do not specify any concrete actions. The meeting was then adjourned.

Thu Nov 13, 2025

Borough Council

Council to approve sale of two Alcyon Drive parcels

The Bellmawr Borough Council will consider an ordinance that confirms and authorizes the sale of land at 1006 Alcyon Drive (Block 34, Lot 1.03) and 916 Alcyon Drive (Block 33, Lot 21.09). The council will also consider Resolution #11:155-25 to authorize a 2025 budget appropriation transfer. An executive session (#11:01-25C) is scheduled to discuss personnel, contractual and attorney‑client privileged matters. The agenda includes standard department and committee reports and approval of the October 14, 2025 minutes.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $3.59M November bill list and several infrastructure resolutions

The Borough Council unanimously approved a series of resolutions, including a grant application to the NJ Department of Transportation, a change order and payment to American Asphalt for road reconstruction, and a jurisdictional agreement for NJ Route 42. The council also authorized emergency repair funds without competitive bidding, a budget appropriation transfer, a liquor‑license transfer, and the November 2025 bill list totaling $3,591,397.67.

Thu Nov 6, 2025

Borough Council

Bellmawr Council to consider land sale and budget transfer

The Bellmawr Borough Council will meet to approve the sale of two properties on Alcyon Drive and authorize a transfer of funds for the 2025 budget. The meeting will also include a closed executive session regarding personnel and legal matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approved sale of two Alcyon Drive parcels

The borough council adopted an ordinance authorizing the sale of land at 1006 Alcyon Drive and 916 Alcyon Drive. It also approved a resolution to transfer budget appropriations for 2025 and authorized an executive‑session on personnel and contractual matters. The meeting was formally adjourned at 7:09 p.m.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Land Use Board

Board will consider a three‑unit residence proposal for 145 Patterson.

The Bellmawr Land Use Board will discuss one agenda item, a development proposal for 145 Patterson. The applicant seeks to convert the existing single‑family home with a mother‑in‑law suite into a three‑unit residence. The board will decide whether to approve the proposal.

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✓ Decided: Three‑unit residence at 145 Patterson approved by 5‑2 vote

The Land Use Board approved the applicant's three‑unit residence proposal at 145 Patterson with a 5‑2 vote. The old‑business item for 105 E Browning was carried over to January 12, 2026. A motion to approve the meeting minutes was made, but the vote outcome is not recorded in the minutes.

Thu Oct 23, 2025

Borough Council

Council approves $988,300 contract to replace Well No. 3

The Bellmawr Borough Council will consider several ordinances, including a land sale for 1006 and 916 Alcyon Drive and a new Lead‑Based Paint chapter. It will adopt resolutions authorizing engineering plans for multiple NJDOT projects and shared service agreements with neighboring municipalities. A contract award to A.C. Schultes, Inc. for the replacement of Well No. 3, valued at $988,300, will be approved. The council will also approve the October 2025 bill list totaling $2,850,500.67.

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✓ Decided: Council awarded $988,300 contract to replace Well No. 3

The council approved the September 25, 2025 minutes and adopted two ordinances: one authorizing the sale of land at 1006 Alcyon Drive and another establishing a Lead‑Based Paint chapter. It approved a series of resolutions authorizing NJDOT‑funded road projects, shared‑service agreements with neighboring municipalities, a tax exemption for a disabled veteran, and a $988,300 contract to A.C. Schultes for the replacement of Well No. 3. The council also certified the 2024 audit findings, approved a corrective‑action plan, and adopted the October 2025 bill list for $2,850,500.67.

Tue Oct 14, 2025

Borough Council

Council votes to release $1,500 escrow for street opening at 1027 Alcyon Drive

The Bellmawr Borough Council will consider a resolution to authorize the mayor and council to release $1,500 escrow for a street opening permit at 1027 Alcyon Drive. The meeting also includes an executive‑session item covering personnel, contractual and attorney‑client‑privilege matters. Standard department, solicitor and committee reports will be presented before adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Council approved escrow release for 107 Alcyon Drive street opening

The Borough Council approved the minutes of the September 9, 2025, caucus meeting. It also adopted a resolution authorizing the release of $1,500 escrow for the street opening permit at 107 Alcyon Drive. Both actions were approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

Thu Sep 25, 2025

Borough Council

Bellmawr Council considers road improvement bond of $831,168

The Borough Council will discuss several ordinances, including funding for road improvements and a new vehicle. The body is also reviewing the establishment of a community garden and a new code chapter regarding minors and parent responsibility.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts $831K bond for road work and approves multiple ordinances

The council approved the August 28 minutes and adopted a bond ordinance to fund $831,168 in road improvements. It also passed ordinances creating a community garden at Sauter Park, adding a minors‑parent responsibility code chapter, and accepting a property deed transfer. Several resolutions were approved, including refunds of overpaid 2025 taxes, a shared health‑service agreement with Camden County, a $303,808.30 payment to Earle Asphalt, and a $2,282,491.04 bill list for September.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council considers $70,000 bond for new vehicle

The Borough Council will hold a caucus meeting to receive reports from the engineer, solicitor, and various departments. The body is introducing a bond ordinance to fund a vehicle acquisition.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a vehicle purchase bond ordinance and an executive session resolution

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance #09:11-25, a bond ordinance authorizing the purchase of a vehicle with a $70,000 appropriation and the issuance of bonds up to $66,500. The motion passed with all members in favor. The Council also approved Resolution #09:01-25C concerning personnel, contractual and attorney‑client privilege matters in executive session, also unanimously. A motion to adjourn the meeting was subsequently approved.

Mon Sep 8, 2025

Land Use Board

✓ Decided: No substantive decisions recorded at the September 8 Land Use Board meeting

The Bellmawr Land Use Board met on September 8, 2025. A motion was made to carry a case concerning a Cooperative Sober Living Residence and to require re‑notice and republishing of the hearing, but the minutes do not show a vote result. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Thu Aug 28, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council considers $831,168 bond for road improvements

The Borough Council will consider several new ordinances, including a bond for road work and rules for a community garden. The body will also vote on resolutions regarding municipal payments and a shared service agreement for a School Resource Officer.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $831,168 bond ordinance for road improvements

The Borough Council adopted a bond ordinance authorizing $831,168 for road projects and up to $101,792 in bonds. It also approved ordinances establishing a community garden, a code chapter on minors and parent responsibility, and a transfer of title for Block 173.04, Lot 5. Several resolutions were passed, including a tax exemption for a disabled veteran, payments to contractors, a shared service agreement with the Board of Education, and the appointment of a fire inspector.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council approved executive session and ratified June 10 meeting minutes

The council approved the minutes of the June 10, 2025 caucus meeting. They adopted a resolution to hold an executive session on personnel, contractual and attorney‑client privilege matters. The meeting was then adjourned.

Mon Aug 4, 2025

Land Use Board

✓ Decided: No substantive decisions were made at the Bellmawr Land Use Board meeting

The board did not approve any minutes, communications, or old business. The sole new business item was rescheduled to September 8, 2025, but no vote outcome was recorded. No other actions were decided.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council adopts $759,100 bond ordinance and approves shared services agreement

The Borough Council adopted a bond ordinance authorizing up to $737,995 in general obligation bonds and appropriating $759,100 for capital equipment and improvements. The motion passed unanimously. The Council also approved a shared‑service agreement with the Township of Deptford for logistics and warehouse facilities, passing with four yeas and two nays. No other substantive actions were taken.

Thu Jun 26, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council adopted the 2025 municipal budget and approved a $759K bond ordinance

The council adopted the 2025 municipal budget and approved related financial measures. It also authorized a bond ordinance for up to $737,995 to fund capital equipment and improvements. Additional actions included approving the sale of land at 1023 Alcyon Drive, adopting a salary ordinance, and authorizing a $246,422.25 payment to Booth Mechanical Inc. All motions were passed, most unanimously.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council approved finance board application and redevelopment amendment

The Borough Council voted to authorize an application to the New Jersey Local Finance Board and to approve a second amendment to the Bellmawr Redevelopment Agreement. The council also approved the May 13 caucus meeting minutes, authorized an executive‑session on personnel and contractual matters, and adjourned the meeting. All motions passed with unanimous support.

Thu May 22, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council approved May 2025 bill list totaling $2,002,420.57

The council approved the May 2025 bill list for $2,002,420.57. It also approved the first reading of an ordinance to sell the property at 1023 Alcyon Drive. Several resolutions were adopted, including a tax exemption for a disabled veteran, hiring a certified tax assessor, and participation in the Click It or Ticket grant program.

Tue May 13, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council approves ordinance to exceed budget limits and several budget resolutions

The council adopted Ordinance #05:04-25 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and create a cap bank. It also approved resolutions introducing the 2025 municipal budget, keeping temporary appropriations unchanged, and applying to the Local Finance Board. A resolution to amend the Redevelopment Agreement was tabled. The council authorized a shared‑services agreement with Camden County and approved an executive‑session on personnel and contractual matters.

Mon May 5, 2025

Land Use Board

✓ Decided: Land Use Board adopts two development resolutions by unanimous vote

The Board approved two resolutions concerning land development projects. Resolution 2025-06 for 144 Dobbs Avenue (Nguyen Subdivision) was adopted, granting a minor subdivision, minimum lot depth, minimum rear‑yard setback and waivers to divide the lot. Resolution 2025-03 for 1000 Creek Road (Holcomb Transportation LLC) was adopted, granting a use variance, bulk variances, a major site plan and related waivers. Both measures passed with a 7‑to‑0 vote.

Thu Apr 24, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council approved $5.76 M April bill list

The council approved several resolutions, including a tax exemption for a 100 % disabled veteran, the release of $7,500 for a drainage project, a $151,250 payment to Booth Mechanical for water‑main work, and the April bill list totaling $5,758,914.84. All police promotion appointments were also confirmed. The March 27, 2025 minutes were approved unanimously.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council approved March 11 minutes and a personnel confidentiality resolution

The borough council approved the March 11, 2025 Caucus Meeting minutes. It adopted Resolution #04:01-25C concerning personnel, contractual and attorney‑client privilege matters. The council then adjourned the meeting at 6:45 p.m.

Mon Apr 7, 2025

Land Use Board

✓ Decided: Board approved multiple use variances and site plans, all with unanimous votes

The Land Use Board approved use variances for 1022 W. Browning Rd (Case# 2025-07) and Hall Avenue (Case# 2025-02), and also approved the site plan for Hall Avenue. It approved the subdivision of Nguyen Subdivision lot 8 into two lots (Case# 2025-06) and a combined use variance and site plan for 1000 Creek Road (Case# 2025-03). Every motion passed with unanimous votes.

Thu Mar 27, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council approved $2.24M March bill list and multiple budget resolutions

The Borough Council approved the March bill list totaling $2,235,117.76. It also authorized a $74,752.20 payment to A.C. Schultes, transferred a 2024 budget appropriation, increased temporary appropriations for the 2025 budget, and approved advertising the sale of surplus borough land. Additional actions included appointing a part‑time fire employee, appointing an OEM Deputy Coordinator, and ratifying a contract with AFSCME NJ District Council 63, Local 31. The minutes from the February 27 meeting were also approved.