Asbury Park public meetings in 2023

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review the December bill list, committee reports, and the Library Director's report. The meeting includes discussions on the 2024 proposed budget and the Library Salary Ordinance.

• Review of December bill list
• Discussion of 2024 Proposed Budget
• Discussion of Library Salary Ordinance
• Committee reports on Buildings & Grounds, Budget & Finance, Personnel, Policy & Governance, and Strategic Plan

Asbury Park TV Cable Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss station updates, including new program submissions and studio status. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Jersey Access Group regarding 2024 dues and closed captioning.

• Station Nate McCallister update on programs and 2024 budget
• Jersey Access Group presentation on 2024 dues and awards
• Discussion of 2024 meeting dates and new members

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is meeting to handle routine business including roll call, approval of minutes, and standard reports on membership, treasurer's finances, and public works. They will discuss old business like raingardens and geese, and new business including amended 2024 meeting dates.

• Treasurer's report: $143.94 for signs/reimbursement
• DPW report: OG lights, new trash cans, lake lights, floating islands, Lake Ave lights
• Discussion of raingardens and geese
• Signs for rain gardens and floating islands, fall clean-up
• Amended dates for 2024 meetings

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on December 18, 2023, to consider resolutions for two development applications and discuss 2024 professional staff appointments. The agenda includes action on applications for properties at 701-705 Second Avenue and 1401 Kingsley Street. Public access to application materials is available online or through the Board Secretary.

• Resolution PB-2022-03: JLD Investment Group, LLC, 701-705 Second Avenue, Block 2703, Lot 3
• Resolution PB-2023-05: PHM Sunset Square LLC, 1401 Kingsley St, Block 4205, Lot 2 & 3
• Discussion: 2024 Planning Board Professional Staff Appointments

Green Team Committee

The Green Team Committee is meeting to discuss several environmental initiatives. The agenda includes updates on energy plans, coastal resiliency, and a leaf blower ordinance.

• 2024 Sustainable Jersey Submission
• Energy Plan update
• Leaf Blower ordinance update
• Coastal Resiliency Plan update
• Dune restoration update

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Board will consider two applications regarding residential property modifications. One involves building a single-family home on an undersized lot, while the other concerns a one-story addition to an existing house.

• ZB-2023-05: Application for a single-family residence at 211 DeWitt Ave
• ZB-2023-05: Requested variances for yard setbacks, building coverage, and impervious coverage
• ZB-2023-06: Application for a one-story addition at 1506 Grand Avenue
• ZB-2023-06: Requested variances for rear yard setback, building coverage, and parking design

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several site plan applications, including a proposed 5-story mixed-use building with 60 apartments and retail at 700 Monroe Avenue. The board will also consider amendments to a prior approval for a building at 527 Bangs Avenue and a related transformer application. An executive session is scheduled for litigation updates, and formal action may be taken on all agenda items.

• PB-2022-02: Preliminary & final site plan for 5-story mixed-use building at 700 Monroe Avenue, 60 apartments, 12 affordable units, 34 parking spaces
• PB-2022-09A: Amendment to relocate transformer for 527 Bangs Avenue building to adjacent tax lot 3
• PB-2022-15: Accessory electrical transformer for 527 Bangs Avenue at 512-514 Summerfield Avenue
• Executive session on JLD Investment Group litigation (701-705 Second Avenue)
• Board action in response to court order in JLD Investment Group vs. Planning Board

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider an application to redevelop a vacant lot into twenty-eight market-rate townhouses. The project includes two buildings with various models and individual garages. The applicant is also requesting design exceptions from the Waterfront Redevelopment Plan guidelines.

• PB-2023-05: 1401 Kingsley St. townhouse redevelopment
• Proposed twenty-eight market-rate townhouses at Block 4205, Lot 2 & 3
• Resolution PB-2021-09-A regarding 302 Atkins Ave
• 1201 Memorial Drive Redevelopment Plan

Public Arts Commission

The Asbury Park Public Arts Commission is holding its regular meeting to adopt minutes and discuss municipally funded art projects for 2024. The meeting includes a public comment session. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the main item is a discussion.

• Discussion of municipally funded art projects for 2024
• Adoption of minutes
• Public comment session

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review the Treasurer’s Report, November bill list, and committee reports. The agenda includes discussions regarding the 2024 budget preparation and a library salary ordinance.

• Review of November bill list
• Discussion of Library Salary Ordinance
• 2024 Budget Preparation
• 2022 Audit review

Asbury Park TV Cable Advisory Committee

The committee will review program submissions and financial information for 2023. Discussion includes updates from the Jersey Access Group and upcoming membership elections for 2024.

• Review of APTV 2023 financial information
• Discussion of new email address: [email protected]
• Selection of 2024 officers and members for the Advisory Committee
• Proposal for an Oral History of Asbury Park interview project

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Board will consider two applications for residential variances involving building additions and yard setbacks. The meeting also includes a scheduled executive session regarding Breakwater Treatment & Wellness Corp.

• Variance for a one-story addition at 1506 Grand Avenue
• Variances for pool equipment, patio extensions, and fencing at 1201 Bridge Street
• Executive session regarding Breakwater Treatment & Wellness Corp (807 Memorial Drive/906 First Avenue)

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will consider a proposed redevelopment plan for 1201 Memorial Drive, which would permit a 5-story residential building with up to 130 units, a 20% affordable housing requirement, and optional ground-floor commercial space. The board will also hear a variance request for a fence at 302 Atkins Avenue and may take formal action on all agenda items.

• Review of 1201 Memorial Drive Redevelopment Plan: 5-story residential building, max 130 units, 20% affordable requirement, 1 parking space per unit
• Variance request PB-2021-09-A: 302 Atkins Avenue, Interfaith Neighbors, Inc. — 6' fence built instead of approved 4' fence along Jefferson Avenue
• Resolution PB-2021-11A: 614 Cookman Avenue, Block 404, Lot 6

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting on November 1, 2023, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers. The agenda includes public comment, matters from the Director of Transportation, old business (2024 calendar), and new business (residential off-street parking and a parking committee request). No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Public comment period
• Matters from the Director of Transportation
• Old business: 2024 calendar
• New business: Residential off-street parking
• New business: Parking committee request

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting on 2023-10-24 has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to view meeting minutes, so no specific items are listed for decision or discussion.

Library Board

The Library Board will review the Treasurer's report, approve minutes from a previous meeting, and discuss old business including the library salary ordinance and audit results. The board also plans to prepare for the 2024 budget.

• Approval of September 21, 2023 minutes
• Library Salary Ordinance
• 2022 Audit Results
• Preparation of 2024 Budget

Asbury Park TV Cable Advisory Committee

The committee will approve minutes and discuss old and new business including rescheduling the JAG award recognition and confirming 2024 meeting dates.

• Reschedule of JAG Award Recognition
• Confirmed APTV monthly meeting dates for 2024

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting, covering standard reports and old business. Key discussion items include maintenance updates for rain gardens, managing geese, and plans for signs and a fall clean-up with Friends and Citizens.

• DPW report on OG lights, new trash cans, aerators, and lake lights
• Rain gardens maintenance update
• Geese management discussion
• Signs for rain gardens and floating islands
• Fall clean-up planning

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider an application from 614 Cookman, LLC to amend a previously approved major site plan. The request involves reducing the size of a building addition on Lake Avenue and splitting the project into two distinct phases.

• Amendment to major site plan at 614 Cookman Avenue (Block 2404, Lot 6)
• Reduction of Lake Avenue building addition from 1200 sq ft to 198 sq ft
• Proposal to phase project into Phase 1 (storefront and interior) and Phase 2 (flood proofing and addition)

Green Team Committee

The Asbury Park Green Team is holding a regular virtual meeting to discuss and receive updates on several environmental initiatives, including local flooding, the water story, the Energy Plan, the Leaf Blower ordinance, the Coastal Resiliency Plan, and food waste diversion. The agenda includes public comments.

• Discussion of local flooding
• Energy Plan update
• Leaf Blower ordinance update
• Coastal Resiliency Plan update
• Food Waste Diversion update

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing a continued application from Monmouth Investments Partners, LLC. The proposal involves erecting a single-family residence on an undersized lot with several requested setbacks and coverage variances.

• Variance request for 211 DeWitt Ave regarding front, side, and rear yard setbacks
• Request for maximum building and impervious coverage at 211 DeWitt Ave
• Design waiver request for a front-facing garage at 211 DeWitt Ave
• Resolution ZB-2022-05 regarding 138 Elizabeth Avenue

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting with public comment and updates from the Director of Transportation. The committee will discuss new business including the 2024 calendar, a no-parking request for Memorial Drive Laundromat, and 2023 recommendations to the City Council. No votes or final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• 2024 calendar discussion
• Memorial Drive Laundromat no parking request
• 2023 recommendations to the City Council

Sunset Lake Commission

The Sunset Lake Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the lake's condition and water testing, a participatory budget project for art benches, and updates from the Department of Public Works. They will also discuss 2024 meeting dates, the lake's status after a storm, and a lake cleanup. The meeting is being held via Zoom.

• Update on lake condition and water testing
• Update on participatory budget winner: art benches
• Updates from DPW
• Discussion on 2024 meeting dates
• Status of Sunset Lake after storm and cleanup

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss 2024 meeting dates and take formal action on resolutions for a State of New Jersey Electric Vehicle Ordinance and the Asbury Park Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. The board will also consider two carried-over site plan applications: a 125-unit residential project at 900-901 Mattison Avenue and a 5-story mixed-use building with 60 apartments at 700 Monroe Avenue.

• Resolution: State of New Jersey Electric Vehicle Ordinance
• Resolution: Asbury Park Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
• PB-2022-14: 125-unit residential project at 900-901 Mattison Avenue, Block 603, Lots 3-9 & Block 607 Lot 8, with 156 parking spaces and 20% affordable units
• PB-2022-02: 5-story mixed-use building at 700 Monroe Avenue, 60 apartments, retail ground floor, 34 parking spaces, 20% affordable units (12 total)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on September 26, 2023. The agenda includes an executive session concerning Breakwater Treatment & Wellness Corp at 807 Memorial Drive/906 First Avenue.

• Executive session regarding Breakwater Treatment & Wellness Corp (807 Memorial Drive/906 First Avenue)

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review the Treasurer’s Report, September bill list, and committee reports. The agenda includes discussions on the 2022 Audit, the Library Salary Ordinance, and research regarding the APPL Foundation.

• Approval of July 20 and August 17, 2023 minutes
• Review of September bill list
• Discussion of Library Salary Ordinance
• Review of 2022 Audit
• Research of APPL Foundation

Asbury Park TV Cable Advisory Committee

The committee will approve minutes, discuss new programs, and set 2024 meeting dates. The agenda also includes reminders about the upcoming election.

• Approval of August 16 minutes
• Request to add 2024 meeting dates to city calendar

Environmental Shade Tree Commission

The Asbury Park Environment and Shade Tree Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes. Under old business, they will discuss a tree grant, the Main Street streetscape project, and a neighbor dispute. New business includes a discussion on tree removal. Public comment is open to city residents.

• Tree Grant discussion
• Main Street Streetscape project update
• Neighbor dispute review
• Tree removal discussion

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is meeting to handle routine business including roll call, minutes approval, and public comment. They will receive standard reports on membership, treasury, and public works, and discuss old business such as rain garden maintenance and geese control. New business includes planning for a fall cleanup.

• DPW report: OG lights, trash cans, aerator, trees bench
• Rain gardens maintenance with Neptune ESTC, mowed, plastic and posts
• Geese control discussion
• Signs for Rain Gardens and Floating Islands
• Fall Clean Up planning

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will consider resolutions approving the Jemal's National Guard Armory project at 637 & 701 Lake Avenue and a Master Plan amendment for the Arts and Culture Plan. They will also discuss an EV charging ordinance referred by City Council, a Housing Element and Fair Share Plan amendment, and a vice chair discussion. Old business includes a carry-over application for a 5-story mixed-use building at 700 Monroe Avenue.

• Resolution PB-2020-10: approval for 637 & 701 Lake Avenue (Jemal's National Guard Armory, LLC)
• Planning Board Master Plan Amendment: Arts and Culture Plan approval
• PB-2022-02: 700 Monroe Avenue mixed-use building with 60 apartments, 12 affordable units, retail, and 34 parking spaces (carried to 10/2/23)
• Proposed State of New Jersey Electric Vehicle Ordinance (referred by City Council resolution 2023-372)
• 2023 Amendment to the 2019 Asbury Park Housing Element and Fair Share Plan

Green Team Committee

The Asbury Park Green Team is holding a regular virtual meeting to discuss updates on several environmental initiatives, including a water story project, the Energy Plan, the Coastal Resiliency Plan, and food waste diversion efforts. The agenda also includes announcements and a public comment period. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Water story update and logistics
• Energy Plan update
• Coastal Resiliency Plan update
• Food Waste Diversion update
• Public comments

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Board is considering a resolution for Kula Urban Farm at 115-117 Atkins Avenue. The meeting also includes a continued application for a single-family home at 138 Elizabeth Avenue involving yard setbacks and parking waivers.

• Resolution ZB-2023-03: Approval for Kula Urban Farm at 115-117 Atkins Avenue
• Application ZB-2022-05: Single-family residence with yard setbacks and parking waivers at 138 Elizabeth Avenue

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss parking demand management in the Central Business District, requests related to 901 Memorial Drive, and its 2023 recommendations to the City Council. The agenda includes public comment and matters from the Director of Transportation, but no specific proposals or decisions are listed.

• Parking Demand Management in the Central Business District
• 901 Memorial Drive Parking Committee Requests
• 2023 Recommendations to the City Council

The committee recommended adding two 15-minute parking spaces on Summerfield Avenue and agreed to install three bollards at Sunset Avenue and Main Street. Members also requested a staff investigation into progressive parking rates for the Central Business District.

• Recommended two 15-minute parking spaces along Summerfield Avenue at 901 Memorial Drive to City Council
• Agreed to install three bollards at Sunset Avenue and Main Street to stop illegal second travel lanes
• Requested staff investigate progressive parking rates in the Central Business District
• Tabled the issue of auto maintenance vehicles using on-street parking on Asbury Avenue
• Directed staff to dismiss tickets issued to valid guest permit holders after 12 am

Library Board

The Asbury Park Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a virtual meeting on August 17, 2023. The primary actionable item on the agenda is the approval of the August bill list.

• Approval of August bill list

The Board of Trustees met via Zoom to conduct business. The board approved the August bill list following a discussion regarding quotes and the lack of a breakdown for SPLITS invoices.

• Approved August Bill list (All in favor)

Asbury Park TV Cable Advisory Committee

The committee will introduce new members and review reports from the Station Manager and Chairlady. Discussion includes channel integration, new equipment, and a City Council resolution regarding federal franchise fee revenue.

• Introduction of new members Angela Ahbez-Anderson and Mike Sodality
• Report on primary and secondary channel integration and new equipment
• Discussion of Asbury Park City Council resolution opposing a Congressional bill
• Update on the 'AP-IN-3' video contest and interview with Mayor John Moor

The committee approved the July 19 meeting minutes and selected two new video submissions for the broadcast schedule. Members discussed funding options after the 2023 budget was depleted due to Juneteenth video production costs.

• Approved July 19 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Added 'Jersey Shore Veteran’s Story' by Frank Parese to the schedule
• Added 'African American Music Project' by Mike Sodano to the schedule
• Adopted new policy to add videos to the schedule if no objections are raised within one week of submission

Asbury Park TV Cable Advisory Committee

The committee will introduce new members and review reports from the Station Manager and Chairlady. Discussion topics include channel integration, equipment updates, and potential impacts on franchise fees.

• Introduction of Council Member Angela Ahbez-Anderson and Mike Sodality
• Report on primary and secondary channel integration and new equipment
• Discussion regarding a Congressional bill affecting local station revenue
• Update on the 'AP-IN-3' video contest and interview with Mayor John Moor

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is meeting to handle routine business including roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment. They will also receive standard reports and discuss old business such as rain garden maintenance, geese control, and signage for rain gardens and floating islands.

• Discussion of rain garden maintenance with Neptune ESTC
• Geese management discussion
• Signs for rain gardens and floating islands
• DPW report on OG Lights
• Membership applications from Neptune

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is considering two new applications. These include a proposal to expand Kula Urban Farm at 115-117 Atkins Avenue and a request to build a single-family home at 211 DeWitt Ave.

• Expansion of Kula Urban Farm at 115-117 Atkins Avenue involving Block 1103, Lots 43 & 44
• Variance requests for use and setbacks for the Atkins Avenue farm expansion
• Application to erect a single-family residence at 211 DeWitt Ave
• Variance requests for yard setbacks and building coverage at 211 DeWitt Ave

Rent Leveling Board

The August 10, 2023 meeting of the Rent Leveling Board has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Green Team Committee

The Asbury Park Green Team is holding a regular virtual meeting to discuss updates on several environmental initiatives, including a water story project, green infrastructure on Memorial Drive, community solar, and the Coastal Resiliency Plan. The agenda also includes a possible special event, announcements, and public comments.

• Water story update and logistics
• Memorial Drive Green Infrastructure update
• Community Solar update
• Coastal Resiliency Plan update
• Possible Special Event

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with one resolution for approval and two applications. The board will vote on a resolution for a property at 1012 Asbury Avenue, and will continue a hearing on a residential rehabilitation project at 637 & 701 Lake Avenue. A third application for 900 Mattison Avenue is scheduled to be adjourned to a later date.

• Resolution PB-2023-03: Approval for Shared Equities, Co., Monroe Avenue Realty, LLC at 1012 Asbury Avenue, Block 501, Lots 1 and 2
• Application PB-2020-10 (continued): 24 residential units in building rehabilitation at 637 Lake Avenue, 27 parking spaces in surface lot at 791 Lake Avenue, plus 2 additional spaces on Lot 1; variance sought for 35% ground level commercial use (proposed storage only)
• Application PB-2022-14: Request to adjourn to date TBC for 900 Mattison Avenue, Block 603, Lots 3-9 & Block 607 Lot 8; minor building footprint changes and bedroom/affordable unit modifications, 125 units and 156 parking spaces, 20% affordable units

Sunset Lake Commission

The Commission reviewed the status of art benches and the North to Shore event. The approval of June meeting minutes was moved to the September meeting. Discussion occurred regarding lake conditions and DPW maintenance.

• Moved resolution to accept June meeting minutes to September meeting
• Identified locations for participatory budget art benches

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting with public comment and reports from the Director of Transportation. The main discussion items are concerns raised by businesses about downtown parking and by residents along Western Asbury Avenue. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public comment period
• Matters from the Director of Transportation
• Discussion of concerns raised by Asbury Park businesses about downtown parking
• Discussion of concerns raised by residents along Western Asbury Avenue

The provided text is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. No decisions, votes, or outcomes are recorded.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Board will consider two resolutions for approval and one new application. The new application involves building a single-family home on an undersized lot with several requested yard setback and building coverage variances.

• Resolution ZB-2023-01: 905 Summerfield Avenue
• Resolution ZB-2023-02: 1109 ½ Fifth Ave
• Application ZB-202-2-05: Single-family residence at 138 Elizabeth Avenue involving yard setback and building coverage variances

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review the June 15, 2023, meeting minutes and the July bill list. The agenda includes updates on the library salary ordinance, the 2022 audit, and research regarding the APPL Foundation.

• Library Salary Ordinance
• Air Systems Contract
• 2022 Audit
• APPL Foundation research
• NJALA Conference staff presentation

The Board of Trustees approved spending up to $35,200 for a building assessment. The board also approved the July bill list and the minutes from the June 15, 2023, meeting.

• Approved spending up to $35,200 for building assessment (carried; 1 nay)
• Approved July bill list (carried)
• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (carried; 2 abstentions)

Asbury Park TV Cable Advisory Committee

The committee will review minutes from the June 21 meeting and introduce two new members appointed by City Council. The Station Manager will report on YouTube flagging public meetings and updates regarding BeachCam installation.

• Appointment of Mike Sodano and Alissa Deleo to the committee
• Station Manager's report on YouTube flagging public meetings
• Report on BeachCam installation
• Discussion of Congressional bill HR-3557 regarding local franchise fees

The committee approved the minutes from the June 21, 2023 meeting. Members discussed upcoming video projects, including a tribute to Tom Chesek and a Juneteenth highlight video. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Environmental Shade Tree Commission

The Asbury Park Environment and Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss one item of new business: a neighbor dispute. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with public participation and adjournment.

• Approval of last meeting's minutes
• Discussion of a neighbor dispute

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is meeting to handle routine business including roll call, minutes approval, and public comment. They will receive standard reports on membership, treasury, and DPW work, and discuss old business such as rain gardens, geese control, and sidewalk code enforcement. New business includes a proposal from the Arts Commission for sculptures around the lake.

• Discussion of rain gardens and floating island signs
• Geese control measures
• Code enforcement for remaining sidewalks
• Arts Commission proposal for sculptures around the lake
• DPW report on removed light posts

The Commission voted to deny a request from the Arts Council to install three sculptures along the lake. The board also approved the May 2023 minutes and the Treasurer's report.

• Approved May 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer's report showing balance of $17,617.72 (unanimous)
• Denied request to install three Arts Council sculptures (approved by majority; Eileen and Joe abstained)

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on July 17, 2023, to consider three applications. The main items are a continued application for a 4-story mixed-use building with 101 apartments (at least 40% affordable) at 1012 Asbury Avenue, a resolution amendment to remove curb extensions for a Toll Brothers townhouse project, and a continued application for a mixed-use development with 155 condominiums near the Wonder Bar. Formal action may be taken on all applications.

• PB-2023-03: 1012 Asbury Avenue — 4-story mixed-use building, 101 residential units (40% affordable), ground-floor retail, 101 parking spaces
• PB-2022-10: Toll Brothers — resolution amendment to eliminate curb extensions on Heck Street, Grand Avenue, and Lake/Grand Avenues
• PB-2023-02: Somerset Asbury Park Renewal — consolidation of lots for mixed-use development with 155 condos, 9,390 SF commercial, 270 parking spaces
• All applications are continued from previous meetings; formal action may be taken

Public Arts Commission

The Asbury Park Public Arts Commission is holding a regular meeting to review a mural application for 220 Fourth Avenue, sponsored by 220 Fourth Avenue, Inc., with artist Pork Chop. The agenda also includes routine items such as adopting minutes and public comment.

• Mural application at 220 Fourth Avenue, sponsored by 220 Fourth Avenue, Inc., artist Pork Chop

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Board will consider a resolution regarding 704 Fourth Avenue and a new application for a single-family residence at 138 Elizabeth Avenue. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Resolution ZB-2023-4 for 704 Fourth Avenue, Block 2805 Lot 5
• New application ZB-2022-05 for a single-family residence at 138 Elizabeth Avenue
• Requested variances for front, side, and rear yard setbacks at 138 Elizabeth Avenue
• Request for design waiver for front yard parking at 138 Elizabeth Avenue
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation

The Board approved a resolution for Ocean View Developments, LLC. One application for a single-family residence was carried to a future meeting. The Board also held an executive session to discuss litigation with Breakwater Treatment.

• Approved Resolution of Approval for ZB-2023-4 at 704 Fourth Avenue (All in favor)
• Carried application ZB-2022-05 for 138 Elizabeth Avenue to 7/25/23 without further notice (All in favor)
• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding Breakwater Treatment litigation (All in favor)

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting on July 5, 2023, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers. The agenda includes public comment, matters from the Director of Transportation, and new business items such as parking permit requests and new parking meter locations. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Parking permit requests
• New parking meter locations

The committee reviewed June 2023 parking revenue and EV charging station usage. Members denied resident requests to remove new metered parking and recommended placing eight available meters at intersections on Heck Street and Park Avenue.

• Denied request to restore permit-only parking on Fifth Avenue between Bergh and Heck Street
• Denied resident requests to reconsider 2023 metered parking recommendations
• Recommended placing eight new meters at intersections along Heck Street and Park Avenue
• Recommended placing meters on Main Street pending NJ DOT approval for parking between Lake Avenue and Summerfield

Public Arts Commission

The Asbury Park Public Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to review two mural applications, one at 521 Lake Avenue and another at 1102-1106 Bang Avenue. The commission will also adopt minutes and take public comment.

• Mural application at 521 Lake Avenue, sponsored by Sackman Enterprises, Inc., artist Pork Chop
• Mural application at 1102-1106 Bang Avenue, sponsored by Interfaith Neighbors, artist Zalika Enam Foy
• Public comment session

The commission approved mural applications for 521 Lake Avenue and 1102-1106 Bang Avenue. Both approvals included specific conditions regarding materials and installation. The board also discussed potential sculpture donations and unauthorized painting of park benches.

• Adopted April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved mural at 521 Lake Avenue (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved mural at 1102-1106 Bang Avenue (9-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is continuing a review of an application by Ocean View Developments, LLC. The request involves a site plan amendment and variances for a three-family residential project.

• Site Plan Amendment for 704 Fourth Avenue (Block 2805, Lot 5)

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on June 26, 2023, to consider three applications. The most consequential is a proposal for a 4-story mixed-use building with 101 apartments (at least 40% affordable) at 1012 Asbury Avenue. The board will also review operational changes for a food truck court and a residential rehabilitation project on Lake Avenue. Formal action may be taken on all applications.

• 1012 Asbury Avenue: 4-story mixed-use building, 101 residential units (40% affordable), ground-floor retail, 101 parking spaces (PB-2023-03)
• 1600 Ocean Avenue: North Eats Food Truck Court requests overnight truck parking, no on-site representative, and seasonal hours changes (PB-2023-04)
• 637 & 701 Lake Avenue: 24 residential units in building rehabilitation, 27 parking spaces, variance for ground-floor commercial use (PB-2020-10)

Asbury Park TV Cable Advisory Committee

The committee will review station reports and discuss a proposal to end Cable Franchise Fees. The meeting also includes updates on the JAG Trade Show and City Policy on film and TV production.

• Discussion of JAG letter regarding proposal to end Cable Franchise Fees
• Update on City Policy on film and TV Production
• Review of Boardwalk Camera and interview with Mayor John Moor
• Recognition of APTV JAG Awards winners

The committee approved the minutes from April 19 and May 17. Members discussed upcoming JAG Awards, completed video projects, and potential federal law changes affecting city franchise fees.

• Approved April 19 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved May 17 minutes (voice vote)

Public Arts Commission

The Asbury Park Public Arts Commission is holding a regular meeting to review two mural applications, one at 521 Lake Avenue and another at 1102-1106 Bang Avenue. The meeting also includes routine items like roll call, adoption of minutes, and public comment.

• Mural application at 521 Lake Avenue, sponsored by Sackman Enterprises, Inc., artist Pork Chop
• Mural application at 1102-1106 Bang Avenue, sponsored by Interfaith Neighbors, artist Zalika Enam Foy

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review the May bill list, treasurer's report, and committee updates. Discussion items include library salary ordinance titles, email migration to Google, and air systems contracts.

• Library Salary Ordinance – New Titles
• Migration of Email and Cloud Services to Google
• 2022 Audit review
• Air Systems Contract discussion
• Research of APPL Foundation

The Board of Trustees approved a pay increase for staff member Nina Kenney and accepted the May 2023 minutes. The board also approved the May bill list with a requirement for staff to negotiate an outstanding balance with Verizon.

• Approved pay increase for Nina Kenney (all in favor)
• Approved May bill list with caveat to negotiate Verizon balance (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of May 18, 2023 (carried; 3 abstentions)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing two applications for residential modifications. The board will consider a variance for a two-family dwelling expansion on Summerfield Avenue and a second-floor addition at Fifth Avenue.

• Resolution ZB-2022-06: Approval for 1201 First Avenue
• ZB-2023-01: Expansion of a nonconforming two-family dwelling at 905 Summerfield Avenue
• ZB-2023-02: Proposed second floor addition and deck at 1109 ½ Fifth Avenue

Green Team Committee

The Asbury Park Green Team is holding a regular virtual meeting to discuss updates on several environmental initiatives, including a PSEG Foundation grant, a water story project, community solar, coastal resiliency, and the energy plan. The agenda is mostly updates and announcements, with a public comment period.

• PSEG Foundation Sustainable Jersey grant update
• Water story update and logistics
• Community Solar update
• Coastal Resiliency Plan update
• Energy Plan update

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting on June 7, 2023, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers. The agenda includes public comment, matters from the Director of Transportation, and old and new business. The only specific new business item is a discussion of 15-minute parking spaces and safety sticks.

• Discussion of 15-minute parking spaces and safety sticks

The Committee declined to recommend ordinance changes for pro-rating residential permits or expanding employee permit eligibility to non-city businesses. Members agreed that 'Safety Sticks' for time-limited parking are unnecessary. Staff was directed to investigate color-coded parking signage and a one-way traffic pattern on Atkins Avenue.

• Declined to recommend pro-rating residential permits beyond September 1st
• Declined to recommend allowing employee permits for businesses outside city limits
• Rejected the use of 'Safety Sticks' for time-limited parking enforcement
• Requested staff investigate color-coded paint for meter and permit signage
• Requested staff investigate one-way southbound traffic on Atkins Avenue
• Proposed two new 15-minute parking spaces in the Transportation Center lot

Sunset Lake Commission

The Commission approved the placement of two gifted sculptures by Howard Schorr at the east end of Sunset Lake Park near Webb Street. Other items discussed included lake water blooms, the status of participatory budget art benches, and a June 18 event on St. John’s Island.

• Approved minutes of May meeting
• Approved acceptance and placement of two Howard Schorr sculptures at the east end of Sunset Lake Park

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a resolution for 208 Main Street Realty LLC with a modified three-year term. An application for a mixed-use building at 700 Monroe Avenue was carried to a future meeting date.

• Approved resolution PB-2022-06 for 208 Main Street Realty LLC / Johnny Mac’s (Unanimous)
• Carried application PB-2022-02 for 700 Monroe Avenue to 9/18/23 (All eligible members in favor)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing several applications for residential projects. The agenda includes decisions on resolutions for properties on Memorial Drive, First Avenue, and Summerfield Avenue, as well as a continued hearing regarding a 3-family development at 704 Fourth Avenue.

• Denial of Breakwater Treatment & Wellness Corp at 807 Memorial Drive/906 First Avenue
• Approval for Tucker/Williams at 1201 First Avenue
• Approval for Sigman at 1123 Summerfield Ave
• Site plan amendment hearing for a 3-family residential development at 704 Fourth Avenue

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board is holding a special meeting to review a revised final site plan for a vacant property at 900-901 Mattison Avenue. The project proposes 125 residential units with 156 parking spaces, including 20% affordable units. The revisions involve minor building footprint changes and modifications to bedroom and affordable unit counts, with the total number of units remaining the same. Formal action may be taken on the application.

• Application PB-2022-14 for 900-901 Mattison Avenue, Block 603, Lots 3-9 & Block 607 Lot 8
• Final site plan approval with no variance required
• 125 residential units and 156 parking spaces
• 20% affordable housing units included
• Minor building footprint and bedroom/affordable unit modifications

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review committee reports and the Library Director's report. Discussion includes updates on a salary ordinance, building evaluations, and email migration. The board may also enter an executive session to discuss confidential personnel or legal matters.

• Library Salary Ordinance – New Titles
• Building Evaluation Structural Engineer
• Migration of Email and Cloud Services to Google
• 2022 Audit
• Air Systems – Maintenance Contract quotes

The Board approved a contract with Cherry Road Technologies for internal connection maintenance and authorized several quotes for furniture, lighting, and AED equipment. The Board also approved the May bill list, including an overdue pest control invoice.

• Approved $20,400 Cherry Road Technologies quote for Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections
• Approved quotes from Hon, Mike Chambers, AED, and D.I.A. Project
• Approved May bill list including $159.99 Orkin Pest Control invoice
• Approved minutes from April 20, 2023
• Tabled Air Systems maintenance contract pending attorney review

Asbury Park TV Cable Advisory Committee

The committee will review reports from the Station Manager and Program Committee. Discussion includes updates on upcoming industry events and various video production projects.

• Station Manager’s report
• Program Committee Report by Ginny Otley
• Video production of Sexual Violence Awareness Month event at Sisters Academy
• Video PSA regarding safety improvements on Grand Avenue
• Taping of parades

The committee met to discuss upcoming programming and studio needs, but no official actions were taken because a quorum was not present. Approval of the April minutes was moved to the June 21 meeting.

• Approval of April minutes postponed to June 21 meeting (no quorum)

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is meeting to handle routine business including roll call, minutes approval, and public comment. They will receive standard reports on membership, treasury, and public works, and discuss old business items such as raingarden progress, geese control, community cleanup, pond weed, and sidewalk code enforcement.

• Raingarden progress update
• Geese control measures
• Friends and Citizens Clean Up
• Pond weed management
• Code enforcement for remaining sidewalks

The Commission approved a press release regarding the completion of rain gardens in Ocean Grove. The body also approved the Treasurer's report and the April 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved April 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer's Report showing balance of $17,617.72 (Unanimous)
• Approved press release for Ocean Grove rain gardens to be sent to the Coaster
• Tabled vote on art sculptures for the Lake until next meeting

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a major subdivision and site plan application from Somerset Asbury Park Renewal LLC. The applicant proposes consolidating lots on Fourth and Ocean Avenues to build a mixed-use development with 155 condominium units, commercial space, and 270 parking spaces, while separating the lot containing the Wonder Bar. Formal action may be taken on the application, which requires a variance for minimum lot size under the Waterfront Redevelopment Plan.

• PB-2023-02: Somerset Asbury Park Renewal LLC application for 115 Fourth Ave, 1209 Ocean Ave, 150 Fifth Ave (Block 4105, Lots 1, 3 & 4)
• Proposed consolidation of lots into a single lot for a mixed-use development with 155 residential condominium units
• Approximately 9,390 SF of commercial floor area and 270 parking spaces in an internal structure
• Remainder of Lot 3 and Lot 2 to be consolidated into a separate lot where the Wonder Bar is located
• Request for 'C' variance for minimum lot size and design waivers from the Waterfront Redevelopment Plan

Planning Board

The Design Review Committee of the Asbury Park Planning Board is meeting virtually to review application PB-2020-10 for properties at 637 and 701 Lake Avenue. The applicant proposes 24 residential units in a building rehabilitation and parking spaces, seeking variance relief. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Review of PB-2020-10 for 637 & 701 Lake Avenue
• 24 residential units proposed in building rehabilitation at 637 Lake Avenue
• 27 parking spaces proposed in surface lot at 791 Lake Avenue plus two additional spaces on Lot 1
• Variance relief sought for required 35% ground level commercial use

Green Team Committee

The Asbury Park Green Team is holding a regular virtual meeting to discuss updates on several sustainability initiatives, including a Sustainability Summit, a PSEG Foundation Sustainable Jersey grant, a water story project, community solar, a Coastal Resiliency Plan, and an Energy Plan. The agenda also includes announcements and public comments. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Sustainability Summit update
• PSEG Foundation Sustainable Jersey grant update
• Community Solar update
• Coastal Resiliency Plan update
• Energy Plan update

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The regular meeting scheduled for May 9, 2023, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided by the Board.

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss parking-related matters. The agenda includes public comment, updates from the Director of Transportation, and old business on designated pick-up/drop-off areas. New business will address Sunset Drive. The meeting is scheduled for May 3, 2023, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers.

• Discussion of designated pick-up/drop-off areas
• Discussion of Sunset Drive parking matters
• Public comment period
• Matters from the Director of Transportation

The meeting was called to order with a salute to the flag and public comment. The Director of Transportation discussed matters, and old business covered designated pick-up/drop-off areas while new business addressed Sunset Drive. No substantive decisions, votes, or actions were taken; the meeting adjourned without any recorded outcomes.

Sunset Lake Commission

The Commission will receive updates on lake water testing conditions and the Coastal Lakes Observing Network. Members will also discuss quotes for weed treatment and a hydroraking proposal from AquaClear LLC.

• Update on lake/water testing condition
• Update on participatory budget for art benches
• Quotes on weed treatment
• Hydroraking proposal from AquaClear LLC
• Letter to City Manager regarding the lake and master plan

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a resolution for 208 Main Street Realty LLC. An application for 900-901 Mattison Avenue was carried to a special meeting on May 22, 2023.

• Approved Resolution of Approval for PB-2022-06 (208 Main Street Realty LLC / Johnny Mac’s) (All in favor)
• Carried application PB-2022-14 (900-901 Mattison Avenue) to a Special Meeting on 5/22/23 (All in favor)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review an application for bulk variances at 1201 First Avenue. The request includes permissions for taller fencing, solid fencing facing a public street, and the relocation of air conditioner units to the front yard.

• ZB-2022-06: Bulk variances for fencing height and placement at 1201 First Avenue
• Relocation of accessory structure (air conditioner units) to front yard

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review the Treasurer's Report and April bill list. The agenda includes discussions on the Library Salary Ordinance, structural engineering for building evaluation, and migrating email services to Google.

• Library Salary Ordinance discussion
• Building Evaluation Structural Engineer research
• Migration of Email and Cloud Services to Google
• Local History Inventory Project proposal
• Review of April bill list

The Board approved the April bill list and formalized the debit control and internal control policies. Members discussed a proposal for thematic displays and potential staff training closures for Google migration.

• Approved April bill list (unanimous)
• Approved debit control policy on official letterhead (unanimous)
• Approved internal control policy on official letterhead (unanimous)
• Approved March 16, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled AED purchase and training decision to next meeting

Asbury Park TV Cable Advisory Committee

The committee will review the redesigned program schedule and studio equipment updates from Station Manager Nate McCallister. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Jersey Access Group annual dues and membership recruitment.

• Station update on redesigned program schedule, studio, and equipment
• Discussion of Jersey Access Group (JAG) annual dues and awards
• Review of membership recruitment and promotional development

The committee approved the February 2023 meeting minutes via voice vote. Members discussed the use of paid freelancers over volunteers, studio equipment needs, and a revised broadcast schedule effective April 1. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved February 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Wesley Lake Commission

The Commission decided that hydro-raking is unnecessary for Wesley Lake due to a lack of plant infestation. Members discussed ongoing maintenance including garbage removal, geese control, and pond weed contracts. The Commission also noted the start of rain garden work at Pilgrim Pathway.

• Approved March 2023 minutes
• Decided hydro-raking is not needed for Wesley Lake

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to review three development applications. The board will consider a mixed-use building with 61 apartments at 700 Monroe Avenue, a site plan for vacant land at 900-901 Mattison Avenue, and a variance request for storage-only use at the former National Guard Armory on Lake Avenue. Formal action may be taken on the armory application.

• PB-2022-14: Final site plan for vacant land at 900-901 Mattison Avenue, with minor building footprint changes and bedroom/affordable unit modifications; total units unchanged
• PB-2022-02: Preliminary and final site plan and variances for a mixed-use building with 61 apartments, retail ground floor, and internal parking at 700 Monroe Avenue
• PB-2020-10: Variance relief for required 35% ground-level commercial use at 637 & 701 Lake Avenue; proposed use is storage only pursuant to NJDEP FHA permit

Public Arts Commission

The Asbury Park Public Arts Commission is meeting to discuss and select up to four muralists for the eastern wall of the municipal wastewater treatment plant, based on submissions from an open call. The recommendation will be forwarded to City Council for final approval. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes adoption and public comment.

• Selection of up to four muralists for eastern wall of municipal wastewater treatment plant
• Recommendation to City Council for approval
• Public comment session

The Commission selected four artists and two alternates to paint the eastern wall of the municipal wastewater treatment plant. These recommendations will be sent to the City Council for final approval and selection.

• Adopted minutes of the 2.21.23 meeting (5-0)
• Selected Jude Harzer, Judy Hull, Chloe Evangelista, and Zachary Manning as muralists (9-0)
• Selected Keely Angel and Ashley McFarland as alternates (9-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing applications for a 3-family residential development at 704 Fourth Avenue and a second-floor expansion at 1123 Summerfield. The meeting also includes a resolution regarding 1109 Grand Avenue.

• Site Plan Amendment for 3-family residential development at 704 Fourth Avenue
• Proposed second floor expansion towards the rear yard at 1123 Summerfield
• Variance request for side yard setback regulations at 1123 Summerfield
• Resolution ZB-2022-04 regarding 1109 Grand Avenue

Parking Committee

The minutes record the meeting agenda but do not list any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes. The session included items regarding residential EV charger use and taxi stands.

Planning Board

The Design Review Committee of the Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to review a preliminary and final site plan application for a mixed-use building with 61 apartments and retail space at 700-704 Monroe Avenue / 500 Main. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; the public may attend but cannot participate.

• Application PB-2022-02 by Monroe Avenue Realty, LLC for 700-704 Monroe Avenue / 500 Main, Block 2503, Lots 1-5
• Proposal: mixed-use building with 61 apartments and ground-floor retail
• Request for preliminary and final site plan approval and variances
• Virtual meeting via Zoom; no public participation, microphones muted

Sunset Lake Commission

The Commission will receive updates on water testing, weed treatment quotes, and the status of floating island maintenance. Members will also discuss a letter of support for Monmouth University's CLONet grant and potential lake cleanup efforts.

• Update on lake/water testing condition
• Update on participatory budget voting results
• Discussion regarding weed treatment quotes
• Letter of support for Monmouth University CLONet grant
• Discussion on city masterplan and lake cleanup

The Commission approved a letter of support for a Monmouth University grant regarding the Coastal Lakes Observing Network. Members also authorized research into a lake-bottom raking machine and decided to temporarily remove garbage cans at Bond and 5th Ave to address littering.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Approved letter of support for Monmouth University CLONet grant
• Approved research into pricing for a lake-bottom raking machine
• Decided to remove garbage cans at Bond and 5th Ave for one month

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider resolutions, a redevelopment plan, and a site plan application. The board will review and possibly recommend the 1012 Asbury Avenue Redevelopment Plan to the Municipal Council. Formal action may be taken on the agenda items.

• Resolution PB-2021-11 for 614 Cookman Avenue, Block 2404, Lot 6
• Resolution PB-2022-07 for 917 3rd Ave, Block 302, Lot 11
• Review of 1012 Asbury Avenue Redevelopment Plan, Block 501, Lot 1
• Application PB-2022-06 by 208 Main Street Realty LLC for Johnny Mac's: tent and bar area, restroom trailer at 208 Main Street

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is continuing a review for Breakwater Treatment & Wellness Corp. The application seeks use and bulk variances for a medical cannabis treatment center and parking lot at 807 Memorial Drive and 906 First Avenue.

• ZB-2022-07: Use and bulk variance for medical cannabis treatment center and parking lot at 807 Memorial Drive/906 First Avenue

Wesley Lake Commission

The Commission approved the February 2023 minutes and the Treasurer's report. Members discussed lake maintenance, including outfall pipe repairs and dredging needs, and approved funds for signs to discourage feeding geese.

• Approved February 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Treasurer's report showing balance of $16,117.72
• Approved $300 to purchase signs to discourage feeding geese

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider site plan applications and resolutions. The main item is a preliminary and final site plan for a mixed-use building with 61 apartments, retail space, and internal parking at 700 Monroe/500 Main. The board will also review a resolution for a project at 614 Cookman Avenue and an application for changes to an approved site plan at 900-901 Mattison Avenue.

• PB-2022-02: Monroe Avenue Realty, LLC — mixed-use building, 61 apartments, retail, internal parking (700 Monroe/500 Main)
• PB-2021-11: 614 Cookman, LLC — resolution for 614 Cookman Avenue
• PB-2022-14: 900-901 Mattison Avenue — minor building footprint changes, bedroom and affordable unit modifications, total units unchanged

The Planning Board deferred two site plan applications to April 17, 2023. A resolution of approval for 614 Cookman Avenue was not ready and will be memorialized at a later date.

• Carried application PB-2022-02 (700 Monroe) to 4/17/23 with new notice
• Carried application PB-2022-14 (900-901 Mattison Avenue) to 4/17/23 without new notice
• Tabled resolution of approval for PB-2021-11 (614 Cookman Avenue) to 4/3/23

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review the February 16, 2023 minutes and the March bill list. Discussion items include a proposal to migrate email and cloud services to Google and a building evaluation by a structural engineer.

• Library Salary Ordinance
• Proposal to Migrate Email and Cloud Services to Google
• Building Evaluation – Structural Engineer
• Final State Statistical Report for 2022
• Research of APPL Foundation

The Board approved a three-year contract to migrate email and cloud services to Google to improve collaboration and lock in pricing. The Board also approved the February 16, 2023 minutes and an amended bill list that removed a church donation for staff parking.

• Approved migration to Google cloud services via a three-year contract (All in favor)
• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (All in favor, 1 abstention)
• Approved amended bill list removing church donation for staff parking (All in favor)

Asbury Park TV Cable Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous minutes and receive a report from the Station Manager regarding JAG station roundtable and program submissions. Discussion includes upcoming JAG anniversary features, an annual conference in Edison, and member recruitment status.

• Station Manager's report on JAG awards and studio updates
• Discussion of JAG Annual Conference on May 18 at Crowne Plaza
• Review of APTV promotional materials and membership status

The committee approved the February 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed studio updates, JAG award submissions, and a revised broadcast schedule effective April 1. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved February 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Sunset Lake Commission

The Sunset Lake Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss updates on lake condition and water testing, participatory budget projects, CLONet, DPW work including lights, floating island maintenance, and potential dredging on the west end. New business includes contacting the Green team about drain adoption and a March 25th lake cleanup.

• Update on condition of the lake and water testing
• Update on participatory budget for projects
• Floating islands maintenance
• Dredging on the west end discussed with Commissioner Arnone; new sediment testing may be needed
• March 25th lake cleanup

The Commission accepted the minutes from the previous meeting. Members discussed lake water conditions, upcoming participatory budget voting, and potential projects including a floating dock and park benches.

• Approved minutes of prior meeting (all yes)

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting on March 1, 2023, at 5:30 PM in City Council Chambers. The agenda includes public comment, matters from the Director of Transportation, and old business on lowering speed limits on low-volume roadways. No new business items are listed.

• Discussion on lowering speed limits on low-volume roadways

The minutes record no substantive decisions, approvals, or denials. The meeting followed a standard agenda including public comment and a discussion on lowering speed limits on low volume roadways.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board will consider three variance applications: a bulk variance for fencing and AC units at 1201 First Avenue, a variance for a driveway and fence at 1109 Grand Avenue, and a side-yard setback exception for a second-floor expansion at 1123 Summerfield. Formal action may be taken on all items.

• 1201 First Avenue: variances for fencing height and location, and AC unit relocation
• 1109 Grand Avenue: variance for driveway, curb cut, fence, and gate
• 1123 Summerfield: side-yard setback exception for second-floor addition

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider resolutions and applications for site plan approvals, variances, and design waivers. The agenda includes a major mixed-use development with 125 residential units, a retail reconstruction, and a parking lot approval. The board will also discuss 2023 contract rates for professionals in executive session.

• PB-2020-14: Amendment for 545 Lake Avenue, Block 3105, Lot 4.02
• PB-2022-07: 917 3rd Avenue LLC — reconstruct building for retail service use, parking lot, variances
• PB-2022-08: 416 Bond Street — major site plan for 13 parking spaces, design waivers
• PB-2022-14: 900 Mattison/201 Memorial — 125 residential units, 5,240 SF commercial, variances
• Executive session: 2023 contract rates for professionals

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is holding a routine meeting with standard procedural items like roll call, minutes approval, and public comment. The substantive discussion will cover old business items including sidewalk gullies in Ocean Grove and geese control, with no new business listed.

• Discussion of gullies along sidewalks in Ocean Grove
• Discussion of geese control

The Commission approved the minutes from January 2023. Members discussed dredging sediment disposal, water quality testing, and upcoming grant applications. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved January 2023 minutes (All approved)

Public Arts Commission

The Asbury Park Public Arts Commission is holding a regular meeting to elect a chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary, and to discuss and plan 2023 art projects. The agenda includes updates on a sewer plant mural, the Springwood Park Art Festival, and an art crosswalk. Public comment will be accepted.

• Nomination and election of Chairperson, Vice chairperson and Secretary
• Discussion, planning, and update of 2023 art projects
• Sewer plant mural
• Springwood Park Art Festival
• Art Crosswalk

The Commission elected a Chair, two Vice-Chairs, and a Secretary. Members discussed the upcoming RFP for the sewer plant mural and planning for the Springwood Park Art Festival and art crosswalks.

• Elected Jennifer Hampton as Chair, Mary Eileen Fouratte and Amy Quinn as Co Vice-Chairs, and Michele Alonso as Secretary (5-0)

Library Board

The Asbury Park Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes from three prior meetings, receive the treasurer's report and February bill list, and hear reports from committees and the library director. Under old business, the board will discuss a Library Salary Ordinance and research of the APPL Foundation. The board will also set 2023 committee chairs and meeting dates before potentially entering closed session.

• Approval of minutes from August 18, 2022, November 28, 2022, and January 19, 2023
• Treasurer's Report & February Bill List
• Library Salary Ordinance (Old Business)
• Research of APPL Foundation (Old Business)
• 2023 Committee Chairs & Meeting Dates (New Business)

The Board approved the purchase of Primepoint hardware for a new electronic time system. Members also approved the February bill list and minutes from three previous meetings.

• Approved Primepoint hardware purchase totaling $1,125.00
• Approved February Bill list
• Approved August 18, 2022 Minutes
• Approved November 28, 2022 Minutes
• Approved January 19, 2023 Minutes
• Appointed Jacki Sharpe as chair of the Personnel Committee
• Confirmed Werner Baumgartner as building and grounds chairman
• Confirmed Jan Sparrow as chair of the Strategic Plan Committee

Asbury Park TV Cable Advisory Committee

The Asbury Park TV Advisory Committee is discussing station updates, including a studio upgrade and new programs. Members reviewed JAG Awards video submissions and categories, and discussed taping the St. Patrick's Day Parade and an interview with Mayor John Moor. The committee also reviewed volunteer policies and applications.

• Report from Station Manager Nate McCallister on studio update, equipment, and new programs
• Program Committee met Feb. 7 to discuss taping St. Patrick's Day Parade and interview with Mayor John Moor
• JAG Awards: review video submissions and categories (submissions close Feb. 28)
• Discussion of 2nd Channel and push for HDTV Channel
• Review of volunteer policies/application

The committee re-elected its chair and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members discussed the removal of a committee member for absences and the status of the new studio. The committee also identified a need for more promotion of APTV programming based on a resident survey.

• Approved December meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Re-elected Ginny Otley as Chairlady through December 31, 2023 (voice vote)
• Determined Michelle Gladden will be removed from the committee for missing more than three meetings

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board will hold a continued hearing on application ZB-2022-07 from Breakwater Treatment & Wellness Corp for a use and bulk variance to operate a medical cannabis treatment center and parking lot at 807 Memorial Drive/906 First Avenue. The board may take formal action on the application.

• Continued application ZB-2022-07 for medical cannabis treatment center and parking lot at 807 Memorial Drive/906 First Avenue, Block 35, Lots 6 & 2
• Use and bulk variance requested by Breakwater Treatment & Wellness Corp
• Formal action may be taken

Quality of Life Committee

The Asbury Park Quality of Life Committee is meeting to discuss updates on Laurel House, a report on Zac Levy and homelessness, and a Stigma Free activity. They will also consider new business including a date change for the June 6 meeting, a community festival, and a SAR heritage walk. The agenda is largely informational and planning-focused.

• Update on Laurel House
• Report on Zac Levy and homelessness
• Report on Stigma Free Activity
• Date change for 6/6 meeting to 6/8
• Community Festival and SAR heritage walk

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board is holding a regular meeting to consider several site plan applications and variances. Items include a proposed mixed-use building with 61 apartments and retail at 700 Monroe/500 Main, a renovation at 614 Cookman Avenue, and a temporary tent structure at 200-210 Fifth Avenue. The board may take formal action on some applications.

• PB-2022-02: Preliminary & final site plan for 61 apartments, retail, and parking at 700 Monroe/500 Main (carried to 3/20/23)
• 545 Lake Avenue Urban Renewal resolution carried to 2/27/23
• PB-2021-11: Renovation of commercial building with two additional floors at 614 Cookman Avenue
• PB-2022-14: Amendment for temporary tent and 480sf storage shed at 200-210 Fifth Avenue

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss parking-related matters. The agenda includes public comment, a report from the Director of Transportation, and old business items such as reviewing parking violation penalties, addressing parking concerns on Langford Street, and considering lowering speed limits on low-volume roadways. No new business items are listed.

• Review of parking violation penalties
• Langford Street parking concerns
• Lowering speed limits on low volume roadways

The Committee reviewed a January 2023 parking report showing revenue 71.94% higher than January 2022. Staff agreed to investigate designated Uber/Lyft areas and implement driveway striping on Langford Street. No formal votes were recorded for the items discussed.

• Agreed to investigate designating Uber/Lyft pickup and dropoff locations
• Approved plan to implement striping for driveway aprons on Langford Street
• Tasked staff to contact City Attorney regarding additional fines or towing for fire hydrant violations
• Proposed alternate side parking for Sunset Drive to be sent to City Council
• Staff continuing development of report on benefits of lowering speed limits on low-volume roads

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially decide on two variance applications. One application seeks variances for a new driveway, fence, and gate at 1109 Grand Avenue. The other requests bulk variances for fencing and an air conditioner unit at 1201 First Avenue. The agenda also includes a training session for board members and the appointment of professional staff.

• ZB-2022-04: Variance for driveway, curb cut, 6' fence, and 12' gate at 1109 Grand Avenue (carried to 2/28/23).
• ZB-2022-06: Bulk variances for fencing and relocated AC unit at 1201 First Avenue (carried from 11/15/22).
• CCH Training for Zoning Board members.
• Professional Staff Appointments resolution.

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to review three site plan applications, including amendments, variances, and renovations. Formal action may be taken on these applications. The agenda also includes a resolution for professional staff appointments.

• PB-2020-14: Amendment to final site plan for 5-story, 60-unit residential building at 545 Lake Avenue
• PB-2021-11: Preliminary & final site plan and variances to renovate commercial building at 614 Cookman Avenue
• PB-2022-07: Reconstruct building for retail service use and parking lot at 917 3rd Avenue
• Resolution: Professional Staff Appointments

Library Board

The Asbury Park Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to consider several items, including a salary ordinance, capital improvements for 2023, a local government energy audit, and the director's evaluation. The meeting also includes committee reports and a motion to enter executive session for personnel and contract matters.

• Library Salary Ordinance
• Capital Improvements Resolution for 2023
• Local Government Energy Audit (LGEA)
• Director's Evaluation
• Research of APPF Foundation

The Board approved Resolution 2023-2 to establish a Capital Funds Plan and reserve rollover funds. Trustees also approved the January 19th unpaid bill list and minutes from December 15th and January 5th.

• Approved Resolution 2023-2 establishing a Capital Funds Plan (All in favor)
• Approved January 19th unpaid bill list (Werner Baumgartner abstained)
• Approved December 15th minutes (Werner Baumgartner and Greg LaSala abstained)
• Approved January 5th minutes (All in favor)
• Tabled November 28, 2022 special meeting minutes
• Approved purchase of a ticket for board representation at the Black Excellence Ball (All in favor)
• Removed Janice Kroposky and Ericka Uter from committee listings

Rent Leveling Board

The Asbury Park Rent Leveling Board is meeting to handle routine administrative business. They will vote on the December 2022 meeting minutes, hear the Rent Regulation Officer's report, adopt a reorganization resolution, set planned meeting dates for the year, and elect a chairman and vice chairman. Public participation is scheduled.

• Approval of meeting minutes from December 8, 2022
• Rent Regulation Officer's Report for December 2022
• Reorganization Resolution
• Resolution of Planned Meeting Dates
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including electing officers for the year, approving minutes, and receiving standard reports. They will also discuss old business items such as sidewalk gullies in Ocean Grove and a geese control contract. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals detailed.

• Election of officers: Gail Rosewater (Chair), Doug McQueen (Vice Chair), Ed Lacombe (Treasurer), Jennifer Schimpf (Secretary)
• Discussion of gullies along sidewalks in Ocean Grove
• Discussion of geese control contract

The Commission approved the 2023 slate of officers and the December 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed DPW maintenance issues including sidewalk gullies, outfall pipe sinkholes, and debris removal. A geese management contract was awarded to Geese Chaser.

• Approved December 2022 minutes (Eileen and Barbara abstained)
• Approved 2023 slate of officers: Gail Rosewater (Chair), Doug McQueen (Vice Chair), Ed Lacombe (Treasurer), Jennifer Schimpf (Secretary)
• Awarded Geese Management contract to Geese Chaser

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold its annual reorganization meeting, including the temporary appointment of a chairperson, attorney, and secretary pending permanent appointments. The board will then nominate and appoint officers and professional staff for 2023, adopt official newspapers, and set the 2023 meeting schedule. An executive session is scheduled to discuss staff reappointments.

• Temporary appointments: Chairperson, Board Attorney, Board Secretary
• Nominations and appointments for 2023: Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Board Secretary, Board Attorney, Conflict Attorney, Special Attorney, Board Planner, Conflict Planner, Board Engineer, Conflict Board Engineer, Special Traffic Engineer, Board Recording Services
• Adoption of 2023 Zoning Board Official Newspapers
• Adoption of 2023 Zoning Board Meeting Schedule

The Board appointed its 2023 officers and professional staff. The board also approved its 2023 meeting schedule and designated official newspapers.

• Appointed Chris Avallone as Chairperson
• Appointed John Scully as Vice-Chairperson
• Appointed Marie Rodrigues as Board Secretary
• Appointed Jack Serpico as Board Attorney
• Appointed Beekman’s as temporary conflict attorneys
• Appointed Ron Mondello as Special Cannabis Attorney
• Appointed CCH as Board Planner and T&M Associates as Conflict Board Planner
• Appointed InSite as Board Engineer and T&M Associates as Conflict Board Engineer

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold its annual reorganization, appointing officers and members for 2023, and will consider two site plan applications. The board will also discuss staff re-appointments in executive session. Formal action may be taken on the applications.

• PB-2020-14: Amendment to final site plan for 5-story, 60-unit residential building at 545 Lake Avenue
• PB-2021-11: Preliminary & final site plan and variances for commercial building renovation at 614 Cookman Avenue
• Annual reorganization: nominations for chairperson, vice-chairperson, secretary, attorney, and other positions
• Appointment/re-appointment of board members, including new member Michael Goonan
• Adoption of 2023 meeting schedule and official newspapers

The Board completed its 2023 reorganization, appointing officers and committee members. The Board approved a site plan amendment for a 60-unit residential building at 545 Lake Avenue with specific architectural and ramp changes. One application for 614 Cookman Avenue was carried to the next meeting.

• Appointed Barbara Krzak as Chairperson
• Appointed Rick Lambert as Vice-Chairperson
• Appointed Marie Rodrigues as Board Secretary
• Appointed Jack Serpico as Board Attorney
• Approved 545 Lake Avenue site plan amendment for 60-unit building with discussed changes
• Determined board preference for existing ramp conditions at 545 Lake Avenue
• Carried 614 Cookman Avenue application to 1/23/23
• Approved 2023 Planning Board Meeting Schedule

Library Board

The Asbury Park Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its annual reorganization meeting, including elections for board officers and committee assignments. The board will also vote to designate a library board attorney for 2023. A public comment period is scheduled before the board may move into executive session to discuss confidential matters.

• Election of board officers (president, vice president, secretary, treasurer)
• Appointment of committee members for Personnel, Budget & Finance, Building & Grounds, Policy & Governance, and Strategic Plan
• Designation of Library Board Attorney for 2023
• Possible executive session for personnel, contract negotiations, or litigation matters

The Board conducted its annual reorganization, electing officers for the upcoming term. The Board also approved the appointment of McLaughlin Stauffer & Shaklee, P.C. as Board Counsel for 2023. Committee appointments were tabled until the January 19 meeting.

• Elected Diane Shelton as President
• Elected Greg LaSala as Vice President
• Elected Kerri Martin as Board Secretary and Nico Belott as Recording Secretary (6-1)
• Elected Jen Souder as Treasurer
• Approved proposal for Board Counsel from McLaughlin Stauffer & Shaklee, P.C.
• Tabled appointment and approval of committee members

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss parking-related matters. The agenda includes public comment, updates from the Director of Transportation, and old business items such as land development's impact on on-street parking, residential permit requirements, and parking violation penalties. New business includes city roadway speed limits and parking concerns on Langford Street.

• Land Development and Loss of On-Street Parking Spaces
• Residential Permit Requirements
• Review of Parking Violation Penalties
• City Roadway Speed Limits
• Langford Street Parking Concerns

The Parking Committee decided not to recommend changes to Residential Parking Permit requirements to avoid burdening residents. The committee also directed staff to investigate school-related parking on Langford Street and bus routes on Atkins Avenue.

• Decided not to recommend changes to Residential Parking Permit requirements
• Directed staff to contact the school regarding teacher and student parking on Langford Street
• Directed staff to contact NJ TRANSIT regarding the bus route on Atkins Avenue
• Tasked staff with reviewing parking penalties in neighboring municipalities
• Staff reported December 2022 parking revenue was 7.67% higher than December 2021