Asbury Park public meetings in 2024

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission will hear public comment, approve October minutes, receive standard reports on DPW and finances, and discuss a grant for pedestrian bridges and a developer's request for lake assistance.

• Approval of October 15 meeting minutes
• DPW reports on outfall, lights, islands, brush, sign posts
• Grant for pedestrian bridges (old business)
• 3 Lakes meetings (old business)
• VFW Developer Request for Lake Assistance (new business)

The Wesley Lake Commission approved $300 for supplies for floating islands at the west end of the lake, with Neptune DPW agreeing to assist. The commission also discussed grant funding for the Emory Street bridge, sinkhole repairs, and upcoming appointments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $300 for floating island supplies (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of October 15, 2024 (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:59 PM (all in favor)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a resolution for application PB-2020-10 concerning properties at 637 & 701 Lake Avenue (Blocks 2406 & 2404, Lots 1 & 11) by Jemal's National Guard Armory, LLC. The board will also discuss 2025 professional appointments in closed executive session.

• Resolution of approval for PB-2020-10 / 637 & 701 Lake Avenue / Blocks 2406 & 2404, Lots 1 & 11 / Jemal's National Guard Armory, LLC
• Executive session to discuss 2025 Professional Appointments

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board will hear two variance applications and vote on a resolution for 1118 Summerfield Avenue. The main item is a request to build a single-family home on an undersized 2,750 sq ft lot at 1206 Comstock Street, requiring front/rear yard setback and coverage variances. The board will also discuss 2025 professional appointments in a closed executive session.

• Resolution of approval for ZB-2024-07 / 1118 Summerfield Avenue / Block 1706, Lot 11
• Application ZB-2024-06: New single-family home at 1206 Comstock Street on 2,750 sq ft lot requiring bulk variances (carried from 10/22/24)
• Application ZB-2023-08: C variances for fence height, pool house setbacks, and lot coverage at 1103 Drummond Avenue
• Executive session to discuss 2025 professional appointments

Parking Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee will meet to discuss priorities for 2025. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and a general discussion on future goals.

• Discussion of 2025 Priorities

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on December 2, 2024, to consider an amendment to a previously approved major site plan. The applicant, Somerset Asbury Park Renewal LLC, seeks to reduce the number of dwelling units from 155 to 112, parking spaces from 264 to 237, and commercial space from 9,390 to approximately 8,450 square feet consolidated into one contiguous space. Formal action may be taken on this application.

• PB-2024-05: Amendment to preliminary & final major site plan for 115 Fourth Ave, 1209 Ocean Ave, 150 Fifth Ave
• Proposed reduction in residential units: 155 to 112
• Proposed reduction in parking spaces: 264 to 237
• Proposed reduction in commercial space: 9,390 sf to approx 8,450 sf, consolidated into one space
• Located in the Waterfront Redevelopment Area

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider two resolutions of approval for previously discussed applications and hear two new applications. A proposal for a four-story, six-unit apartment building at 711 Bangs Avenue requires a variance for minimum ground floor commercial use in the Mixed Use District. The Board will also review an amendment to the approved renovation of the National Guard Armory at Lake Avenue into 24 residential units, seeking changes to the roof design, increased height, and enclosure of balconies.

• Resolution PB-2024-01: Approval for 1210 Springwood Ave / Interfaith Neighbors, Inc. (Block 802, Lots 1-3 & 5)
• Resolution PB-2024-03: Approval for Delta Townhouse Development (Block 4306, Lots 1-8 / APW Redeveloper LLC & Asbury Partners LLC)
• Application PB-2024-02: 711 Bangs Avenue – proposed four-story, six-unit multi-family residence with six parking spaces; variance for minimum ground floor commercial use and design exceptions
• Application PB-2020-10: Amend prior approval for former National Guard Armory at 637 & 701 Lake Avenue – change from flat to sloped roof, increase roof height by 2 ft 2 ¾ in (total 44 ft ¾ in), enclose fourth-floor balconies

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review a request for bulk variances to expand a home on Summerfield Avenue. The board will also vote on a resolution for a property on Bridge Street.

• Resolution of approval for ZB-2023-07 at 1201 Bridge Street
• Application ZB-2024-07 for a two-story addition and deck at 1118 Summerfield Avenue

Parking Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss parking requests for Springwood Avenue and Main Street, as well as an update on waterfront public infrastructure. No votes or formal decisions are listed; the agenda consists of updates and discussion items.

• Discussion of parking requests on Springwood Ave and Main Street
• Update on Waterfront Public Infrastructure

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss 2025 meeting dates, consider a resolution for 1210 Springwood Ave (carried to November), and hear the continued application for The Delta Townhouse Development. The Delta proposal involves constructing six rows of buildings with 5–10 homes each, 114 parking spaces, and consolidating 1.83 acres from eight lots to three lots in the Waterfront Redevelopment Area. Formal action may be taken on these items.

• The Delta Townhouse Development – preliminary & final major site plan, minor subdivision, design exceptions (carried from 9/9/24)
• Resolution PB-2024-01 for 1210 Springwood Ave / Block 802, Lots 1-3 & 5 (Interfaith Neighbors, carried to 11/18/24)
• Discussion of 2025 Planning Board regular meeting dates
• Proposed frontages along Eighth Avenue, Seventh Avenue, Kingsley Avenue and Webb Street
• Applicant seeks design waivers for the consolidation and building layout

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on October 22, 2024, to consider one application. The applicant seeks approval to construct a new single-family home on an undersized lot at 1206 Comstock Street, requiring bulk variances for front and rear yard setbacks, maximum building coverage, and design relief. Formal action may be taken on this application.

• Application ZB-2024-06 for variances at 1206 Comstock Street (Block 205, Lot 11) including front and rear yard setbacks, building coverage, and design relief for parking and new construction standards

Library Board

The Asbury Park Library Board will consider the Library Salary Ordinance, approve a new part-time library assistant, and review an RFQ for architect/engineer services. The board will also receive committee and treasurer reports covering personnel, budget, building, and union contract matters, then enter executive session for personnel issues.

• Old Business: Library Salary Ordinance
• Old Business: RFQ – Architect/Engineer
• New Business: New Hire Part-time Library Assistant
• Treasurer's Report and October Bill List
• Executive Session for Personnel Matters

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of minutes, and standard reports. Key discussions include a treasurer's report on a CD, DPW updates on outfall/spillway and Neptune's cages, old business covering flooding remedies, a cleanup day, a grant for pedestrian bridges, pond weed contractor responses, geese management, and 2025-2029 budget requests.

• Treasurer report: consideration of a CD
• DPW report: outfall/spillway and Neptune's cages
• Old business: flooding remedy and cleanup day
• Grant for pedestrian bridges
• 2025-2029 budget requests

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board will consider a resolution approving a settlement from a Superior Court order related to 503 Eighth Avenue, review proposed 2025 meeting dates, and hear two applications for bulk variances on residential properties — one for an expansion at 1118 Summerfield Avenue and one for a pool patio and fence at 1201 Bridge Street.

• Resolution of approval for Whispering Woods Settlement at 503 8th Ave (Block 3703, Lot 4, R1 Zone)
• Application ZB-2024-07: renovation and two-story addition with deck at 1118 Summerfield Ave (R1 zone)
• Application ZB-2023-07: paver patio and fencing for pool at 1201 Bridge Street (R1 zone)
• Discussion of proposed 2025 Zoning Board meeting dates

Planning Board

The regularly scheduled October 7, 2024 Planning Board meeting has been cancelled due to a noticing issue. The next scheduled meeting will be on October 28, 2024.

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss new hire and pay increase memos. The agenda includes reports from various committees and a discussion on the Library Salary Ordinance.

• New Hire Memo (1)
• Pay Increase Memos (3)
• Library Salary Ordinance
• Sunshine Law Notice 2025
• Union Contract report

Parking Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting on October 2, 2024. Items include approving the 2025 meeting calendar and discussing recommendations to the City Council. New business covers a request for angled parking spaces on avenues and a review of handicap parking ordinances. Public comment will be heard.

• Approval of 2025 meeting calendar
• Discussion of 2024 recommendations to City Council
• Request for angled parking spaces on avenues
• Review of handicap parking ordinances

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The September 24, 2024 meeting of the Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment has been cancelled because no applications were submitted. The next scheduled meeting is October 8, 2024.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider two major site plan applications. These include a mixed-use building on Springwood Avenue and a townhouse development in the Waterfront Redevelopment Area.

• 1210 Springwood Ave: Proposed three-story building with 8 apartments and 19,000 square feet of office and early childhood learning space
• The Delta Townhouse Development: Proposed six rows of buildings with 5 to 10 homes per building and 114 parking spaces
• The Delta Townhouse Development: Proposal to consolidate 1.83 acres from eight lots into three lots

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss new business including pay increase memos and professional service agreements for an engineer and an architect. The agenda also includes reports from various committees and the library director.

• Professional Services Agreement for Engineer
• Professional Services Agreement for Architect
• Pay Increase Memos (3)
• Library Salary Ordinance
• Sunshine Law Notice 2025

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss standard reports, including a Neptune membership vacancy, a treasurer's report on a certificate of deposit (CD), and DPW updates on aerators and the outfall/spillway. Old business includes flooding remedy, a clean up day, a grant for pedestrian bridges, and pond weed contractors. New business covers 2025-2029 budget requests.

• Membership: Neptune vacancy
• Treasurer's report: discussion of a CD
• Old business: flooding remedy
• Old business: grant for pedestrian bridges
• New business: 2025-2029 budget requests

The Wesley Lake Commission approved a $300 equipment request to secure floating islands and discussed plans to purchase two low-profile aerators for 2025. The commission also approved a PowerPoint presentation for community outreach and scheduled a cleanup for October 6. No major policy decisions were made; most items were routine approvals and updates.

• Approved $300 for equipment to secure islands (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of August 20, 2024 (all in favor)
• Approved PowerPoint presentation for community outreach (all in favor)
• Scheduled lake cleanup for October 6, 10-12

Public Arts Commission

The Asbury Park Public Arts Commission will discuss an application for murals on the north and west facades of 1010 Grand Avenue, submitted by the property owner and artist Porkchop. The meeting includes roll call, adoption of minutes, and public comment.

• Application for murals on north and west facades of 1010 Grand Avenue; property owner is 1010 Grand Avenue LLC; artist is Porkchop

Green Team Committee

The Asbury Park Green Team met to discuss integrating green infrastructure with traffic safety, stormwater management, and complete streets policies. They heard from Transportation Director James Bonanno and debated forming a Complete Streets Advisory Committee or having the Green Team oversee the initiative. The team also reviewed a federal traffic safety plan grant and upcoming meeting schedules.

• Discussion of green bump-outs, roundabouts, and medians for traffic calming and stormwater management
• Update on stormwater management including storm ceptors near lakes and flooding map verification
• Federal Highway Administration traffic safety plan grant with 1.5-2 year timeline and public input phase
• Proposal to form a Complete Streets Advisory Committee or deputize the Green Team to oversee projects
• Grant opportunity from NJ American Water for reusable water bottle filling stations

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a settlement plan for a preliminary and final site plan and minor subdivision at 503 Eighth Avenue. The board will also address resolutions for properties on Sixth Avenue and Fourth Avenue.

• Resolution of Approval for 300 Sixth Ave Amendment (Block 3606, Lot 5)
• Amended Resolution of Approval for 1217 Fourth Ave (Block 2201, Lot 19)
• Application ZB-2021-09 for 503 Eighth Avenue: site plan, minor subdivision, and d(2) variance

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a redevelopment plan amendment and two major site plan applications. These include a mixed-use building on Springwood Avenue and a townhouse development in the Waterfront Redevelopment Area.

• 1201 Memorial Drive Redevelopment Plan Amendment review and recommendation
• 1210 Springwood Ave: Proposed three-story building with 8 apartments and 19,000 sq ft of office and early childhood learning space
• The Delta Townhouse Development: Proposed 6 rows of buildings with 5 to 10 homes each and 114 parking spaces
• The Delta Townhouse Development: Request to consolidate 1.83 acres from 8 lots into 3 lots

Parking Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting with standard procedural items. The agenda includes public comment, matters from the Director of Transportation, and discussion of old and new business. New business items are the 2025 meeting calendar and 2024 recommendations to City Council. No specific proposals or votes are listed.

• Discussion of 2024 Recommendations to City Council
• Approval of 2025 Meeting Calendar

Sunset Lake Commission

The Sunset Lake Commission will receive updates on lake condition and water testing, DPW aerator status, and geese control efforts. They will also discuss participatory budget projects, the floating island's movement, and schedule 2025 meetings. Public input is invited.

• Update on lake condition and water testing
• Geese control and problem feeding discussion
• Floating island movement status
• DPW aerator update from Anthony Thompson
• Scheduling 2025 meetings and updating website

Environmental Shade Tree Commission

The commission received a report from the Community Farm Manager regarding vegetable distribution and garden operations. The report details current production levels and identifies specific material and maintenance needs for the 2024-2025 season.

• Distribution of approximately 1,050 pounds of fresh vegetables to the community
• Request for 50 bags of composted manure in September for 24 raised beds
• Request for DPW to install a water pressure regulator and replace a leaking outdoor spigot
• Need for cattle gate fencing for tomato support cages and a new trellis
• Report of 25-30 families helped each week via the Farm Stand

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is holding a regular meeting with standard reports and old business items. They will discuss flooding remedies, raingardens, goose management, pond weed treatment, and a grant for pedestrian bridges. New business includes a PowerPoint presentation.

• Flooding remedy discussion
• Raingarden updates
• Goose management plan
• Pond weed treatment review
• Grant for pedestrian bridges

The Wesley Lake Commission approved the 2025 meeting schedule (third Tuesday monthly, no November meeting, via Zoom) and the July 16, 2024 minutes. They discussed routine maintenance items including aerator mist complaints, fencing replacement, and geese control, but no major policy decisions were made.

• Approved July 16, 2024 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved 2025 meeting dates: third Tuesday monthly, no November, via Zoom (all in favor)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider requests for deviations from a previous approval for a three-story home at 300 Sixth Ave. One other application for a porch reconstruction at 1102 Second Avenue has been carried to September 24, 2024.

• 300 Sixth Ave: Request for variances regarding balcony enlargement, impervious surface coverage, and right-of-way encroachment
• 300 Sixth Ave: Design exceptions for fencing, porch railings, and removal of proposed street trees
• 1102 Second Avenue: Front porch reconstruction variance (carried to 9/24/24)

Public Arts Commission

The Asbury Park Public Arts Commission will consider a proposal for a mural on the Bandshell in Springwood Park, sponsored by Interfaith Neighbors and created by artist Zalika Foy. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes and public comment. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Consideration of a mural on the Bandshell in Springwood Park, sponsored by Interfaith Neighbors, artist Zalika Foy

Library Board

The Asbury Park Library Board of Trustees will vote on resolutions to authorize public solicitation and set criteria for contracts for professional engineering and architectural services. The board will also receive the treasurer's report and June bill list, and hold two public participation sessions.

• Resolution authorizing public solicitation and advertising for certain engineering and architectural services
• Resolution establishing criteria for award of a contract for professional engineering and architectural services
• Request for Qualifications for 2024 Professional Services
• Treasurer's Report and June Bill List

The Asbury Park Library Board approved the August bill list, including a remediation quote and a two-year subscription to Mango Languages software. The board also authorized public solicitation for engineering and architectural services and established award criteria, with one abstention. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August bill list with remediation quote and two-year Mango Languages (all in favor)
• Authorized public solicitation for engineering and architectural services (Diane Shelton abstained)
• Established criteria for award of professional engineering/architectural services contract (Diane Shelton abstained)

Green Team Committee

The Asbury Park Green Team Committee meets virtually to discuss several environmental initiatives. Items include a proposed leaf blower ordinance, letters to businesses about plastic bags and straws, and updates from the EPA Technical Assistance program and the Environmental Sustainability Technical Committee (ESTC). The committee will also adopt minutes and hear public comments.

• Discussion of a Leaf Blower Ordinance
• Letters to business owners regarding plastic bags and straws
• Update on EPA Technical Assistance
• ESTC (Environmental Sustainability Technical Committee) update
• Lake Commission updates

Parking Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting with discussions on handicap parking and residential parking permits for second commercial vehicles. New business includes requests regarding temporary loading zones and additional handicap parking spaces. No votes or concrete actions are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of handicap parking rules
• Residential parking permit discussion for second commercial vehicles
• Request regarding temporary loading zones
• Request regarding handicap parking spaces

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will consider resolutions for the Beach Club project and a redevelopment plan amendment for 1001 First Avenue. The main discussion is a proposed amendment to the 201 Memorial Drive redevelopment plan, which would add a second vehicle access along Fifth Avenue. Formal action may be taken on these items.

• PB-2019-06: Asbury Park Beach Club / 1500 Ocean Ave, Block 4502, Lot 1.123
• 1001 First Avenue Redevelopment Plan Amendment review and recommendation
• 201 Memorial Drive Redevelopment Plan Amendment to permit additional vehicle access along Fifth Avenue
• Current plan allows 5-story residential building with up to 130 units, 20% affordable, ground-floor commercial, 1 parking space per unit

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment has cancelled its July 23, 2024 meeting because no applications were submitted. The next meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers.

Library Board

The Asbury Park Library Board will consider Resolution #2024-01 reserving funds for the Capital Expense Plan, discuss a shared services agreement, and review policies for interlibrary loans and library cards. The meeting includes committee reports and a potential executive session for personnel and contract negotiations.

• Resolution #2024-01 reserving funds for the Capital Expense Plan
• Shared Services Agreement under New Business
• Policies for approval: Interlibrary Loan (ILL) and Library Card
• Library Salary Ordinance under Old Business
• Executive session for personnel matters, collective bargaining, and contract negotiations

The Asbury Park Library Board of Trustees approved five policies (Beach Badge Pilot, Beach Badge Waiver, Interlibrary Loan, Circulation, Library Card, and Bradley Room Waiver) with amendments, and passed Resolution #2024-01 reserving funds for the Capital Expense Plan. The board also approved the July bill list, a Shared Services Agreement with T&M, and postings for a part-time Library Associate and full-time Librarian. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the Interlibrary Loan policy and one on the Bradley Room Waiver.

• Approved Beach Badge Pilot Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Beach Badge Waiver as amended (unanimous)
• Approved Interlibrary Loan policy as amended (Werner Baumgartner abstained)
• Approved Circulation Policy as amended (unanimous)
• Approved Library Card Policy as amended (unanimous)
• Approved Bradley Room Waiver (Werner Baumgartner abstained)
• Approved Resolution #2024-01 Reserving Funds for Capital Expense Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Shared Services Agreement with T&M as amended (unanimous)

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is meeting to discuss standard reports, including a treasurer's report and DPW update on floating islands and lights, and old business items such as flooding remedies, raingardens, goose management, pond weed treatment, and a grant for pedestrian bridges. No new business items are listed. Public comment is included.

• Grant for pedestrian bridges
• Flooding remedy discussion
• Floating islands and lights (DPW report)
• Goose management
• Pond weed treatment

Public Arts Commission

The Asbury Park Public Arts Commission will discuss and select a muralist for painting the intersection of Atkins and Springwood Avenues based on responses to a City-issued RFP. The recommendation will be made to the City Council for approval. Other agenda items include adoption of minutes and public comment.

• Discussion and selection of a muralist for the intersection of Atkins and Springwood Avenues, with recommendation to City Council

Planning Board

The regularly scheduled Planning Board meeting for July 15, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of applications. The next meeting is scheduled for August 5, 2024.

Wellness Committee

The committee is organizing several local programs, including AP Family Day on July 20 and Asbury Park Live on September 21. Members are also working to recruit vendors and distribute a Monmouth Medical Center health survey to residents.

• AP Family Day at the beach scheduled for July 20
• Asbury Park Live event planned for September 21
• Farm Without Borders event on July 24 with a vegan cooking demo
• Monmouth Medical Center community health needs assessment survey
• Quality Institute marketing seminar on July 18

Green Team Committee

The Green Team Committee will review meeting minutes and provide updates on the Waterstory project and the 2024 Sustainable Jersey Submission. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a leaf blower ordinance and various technical assistance updates.

• Leaf Blower Ordinance
• 2024 Sustainable Jersey Submission update
• Waterstory update
• EPA Technical Assistance
• Lake Commission updates

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment for July 9, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of applications. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 7:00pm in Council Chambers.

• Cancellation of the July 9, 2004, meeting due to lack of applications

Parking Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee will review the implementation of temporary loading zones. The committee is also scheduled to address requests regarding street sweeping and handicap parking spaces.

• Temporary Loading Zone Implementation
• Request regarding Street Sweeping
• Request regarding Handicap Parking Spaces

Sunset Lake Commission

The commission will receive updates on lake water testing and Department of Public Works activities. Discussion items include the participatory budget committee, geese reports, and a floating island. Members will also plan a meeting with chairs from Deal, Sunset, and Wesley lakes.

• Update on Lake/Water Testing
• Updates from DPW
• Participatory Budget city committee update
• Geese report and floating island discussion
• Planning for a lake summit with Deal, Sunset, and Wesley lake chairs

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment reviewed several applications for property variances. The board approved an application for 1217 Fourth Avenue and addressed requests regarding a garage construction at 9 Sunset Drive and porch reconstruction at 1102 Second Avenue.

• Approval of ZB-2024-04 for 1217 Fourth Avenue
• Motion to adjourn discussion on a one-car garage at 9 Sunset Drive
• Request to carry the 1102 Second Avenue porch reconstruction application to August 20, 2024

Library Board

The Asbury Park Library Board will review the May bill list and committee reports. The board will also consider Resolution #2024-01 to reserve funds for the Capital Expense Plan.

• Resolution #2024-01 regarding reserving funds for the Capital Expense Plan
• Review of the May bill list
• Discussion of Library Salary Ordinance
• Committee reports on Personnel and Budget & Finance

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission will discuss membership elections for a Neptune vacancy and Department of Public Works updates regarding lake lights and floating islands. The agenda also includes discussions on goose management, pond weed treatment, and the OG North End Development.

• Election for Neptune vacancy
• DPW report on floating islands and lake lights
• OG North End Development update
• Goose management and pond weed treatment
• Grant for pedestrian bridges

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a request from Asbury Partners, LLC to extend the period of zoning protection for the Asbury Park Beach Club at 1500 Ocean Ave. The applicant is seeking two one-year extensions for site plan approvals originally received in November 2021. The board will also address resolution PB-2022-14 regarding properties on Mattison Avenue.

• Request for two one-year extensions of zoning protection at 1500 Ocean Ave
• Resolution PB-2022-14 regarding 900 and 901 Mattison Ave

Wellness Committee

The committee is coordinating several community outreach programs for July, August, and September. These include a nutrition event near the train station and a dance event in Springwood Park. Members are also organizing participation for the Asbury Park Alive event on September 21.

• Nutrition-focused event scheduled for July 31 near the train station
• Planned dance event in Springwood Park with Music Mondays for August
• Asbury Park Alive event scheduled for September 21
• Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day event on November 14
• Discussion regarding committee budget for T-shirts and Fitbits

Green Team Committee

The Green Team Committee is meeting to discuss several environmental initiatives. The agenda includes updates on the 2024 Sustainable Jersey Submission, energy aggregation, and an energy plan. The committee will also address a leaf blower ordinance.

• Leaf Blower Ordinance
• 2024 Sustainable Jersey Submission update
• Energy Aggregation coalition update
• EPA Technical Assistance
• Energy Plan Update

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing several applications for property variances. These include requests regarding porch reconstruction and pool construction at residential properties. One application was also requested to be carried to a later date.

• Front porch reconstruction variance at 1102 Second Avenue
• Request for a front yard pool at 1217 Fourth Avenue
• Relief for deck encroachment at 1217 Fourth Avenue
• Request to carry 1201 Bridge Street application to October 8, 2024

Parking Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee will discuss matters from the Director of Transportation. The committee will also review residential parking permit requests and a request regarding Park Place Condominium.

• Residential parking permit requests
• Park Place Condominium request
• Matters from the Director of Transportation

Sunset Lake Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding water testing, geese reports, and the floating island. A planning meeting for a summit between three lake commissions has been scheduled for June 6. The agenda also includes reviewing projects for master plan conformity.

• Planning meeting for Deal, Sunset, and Wesley lake chairs on June 6
• Update on lake/water testing condition
• Update on participatory budget city committee for projects
• Concert at St John's island on June 16
• Review of master plan project conformity

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with one resolution, two redevelopment plan amendment reviews, and one major site plan application. The board will consider a recommendation on a CBD Redevelopment Plan amendment for 614 Cookman Avenue, review a proposed amendment for 1001 First Avenue to allow additional density, and take formal action on a mixed-use development at 1210 Springwood Ave. The 1001 First Avenue item is noted to be carried to the July 1, 2024 meeting.

• Resolution on CBD Redevelopment Plan Amendment for 614 Cookman Avenue
• Redevelopment Plan Amendment review for 1001 First Avenue (carried to 7/1/24)
• PB-2024-01: 3-story mixed-use building at 1210 Springwood Ave with 8 apartments, 19,000 sq ft office/childcare, 18 on-site and 26 remote parking spaces
• 16 exterior bicycle parking spaces and community garden at Springwood Ave project
• Formal action may be taken on the Springwood Ave application

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment holds its regular meeting, primarily to consider an amended application (ZB-2022-03-A) for a three-story single-family home at 300 Sixth Ave, seeking multiple new variances and design exceptions. The board will also approve minutes from four prior meetings and hold two executive sessions for litigation involving 503 8th Avenue and Breakwater Treatment & Wellness Corp, with formal action possible.

• Amended application for 300 Sixth Ave seeks variances for enlarged balconies, impervious coverage, fencing, porch railings, street trees, right-of-way encroachments, roof screening, windows, and architectural details
• Executive session on 503 8th Avenue litigation (ZB-2021-09)
• Executive session on Breakwater Treatment & Wellness Corp litigation (ZB-2022-07)
• Minutes approval for meetings on 1/23/34, 2/13/24, 2/27/24, and 4/9/24

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission will review an application by Wooden Walls to paint murals on the building located at 1100 Ocean Avenue. The project involves four separate walls, with artists to be determined.

• Mural application for Fourth Avenue Pavillion at 1100 Ocean Avenue
• Four mural paintings proposed by Wooden Walls

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board is meeting to consider a proposed amendment to the CBD Redevelopment Plan for 614 Cookman Avenue (Block 2404, Lot 6) to permit a recording studio. The board will review and make a recommendation on Resolution 2024-239, which was referred by the City Council. Formal action may be taken on this matter. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from six prior meetings.

• Review of CBD Redevelopment Plan amendment for 614 Cookman Avenue to allow a recording studio
• Resolution 2024-239 referral from City Council
• Approval of minutes from six prior meetings (Jan 22, Feb 5, Feb 26, Mar 4, Apr 15, May 6)

Library Board

The Asbury Park Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and committee reports. They will also address old business items such as a board retreat, the library salary ordinance, and the Friends of the Library/APPL Foundation. The board plans to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Introduction of Katherine Vander Wende, Youth Services Librarian
• Treasurer's Report and May Bill List
• Discussion of Library Salary Ordinance
• Discussion of Friends of the Library/APPL Foundation
• Motion to enter executive session for personnel matters

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regularly scheduled May 14, 2024 meeting due to lack of applications. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 7:00pm in Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of applications
• Next meeting scheduled for May 21, 2024 at 7:00pm in Council Chambers

Green Team Committee

The committee discussed a potential free four-month water vulnerability assessment for Asbury Park starting in July. Members also reviewed sustainability summit findings regarding food waste, electric transit grants, and municipal land use requirements.

• Proposed free water vulnerability assessment by Curt Baranoswki
• Discussion of NJ Priority Climate Action Plan and climate hazard assessments
• Review of leaf blower ordinances and storm drain maintenance
• Update on Sustainable Jersey silver standing through energy data submission
• Discussion regarding native plant requirements for local development

Sunset Lake Commission

The Sunset Lake Commission is meeting to discuss updates on lake water testing, Department of Public Works activities, a participatory budget committee, geese control, and a recent lake cleanup. They will also plan a joint meeting with chairs from Deal Lake and Wesley Lake. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Update on lake condition and water testing
• DPW updates from Anthony Thompson
• Participatory Budget city committee update
• Geese report and Sunset Lake cleanup report
• Planning meeting with Deal Lake and Wesley Lake chairs

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with resolutions and applications. It will vote on an approval for 512-514 Summerfield Ave, and consider a request to extend zoning protection for the Asbury Park Beach Club. The board will also hear an amended site plan for a mixed-use development on Mattison Avenue with 125 residential units, including 25 affordable units, and commercial space.

• Resolution PB-2022-15: Approval for 512-514 Summerfield Ave (Block 3101, Lots 2 & 3)
• Request to extend zoning protection for Asbury Park Beach Club (1500 Ocean Ave) for two one-year extensions
• Amended site plan for 900 Mattison Ave and 901 Mattison Ave: two five-story buildings, 125 units, 25 affordable, 5,240 sq ft retail, 156 parking spaces
• Applicant seeks 'c' variances for compact parking, bicycle storage, and utility undergrounding
• Property in Springwood Avenue Redevelopment Area

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting on May 1, 2024, 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, with a specific item on Winn Street. The meeting is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being the discussion of Winn Street.

• Public comment period
• Matters from the Director of Transportation
• Old business review
• New business: Winn Street discussion

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regularly scheduled April 30, 2024 meeting due to lack of applications. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:00pm in Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of applications
• Next meeting: May 14, 2024, 7:00pm, Council Chambers

Library Board

The Asbury Park Library Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, the treasurer's report, and committee reports. They will also discuss old business such as the library salary ordinance and a new proposal for Cherry Road network maintenance. The board will enter executive session for personnel matters.

• Approval of March 21, 2024 minutes
• Treasurer's report and April bill list
• Discussion of Library Salary Ordinance
• Cherry Road Network Maintenance Proposal
• Executive session for personnel matters

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is meeting to conduct routine business, including electing officers to fill a vacancy and approving minutes. They will also discuss old business items such as flooding remedies, development at OG North End, and maintenance projects like rain gardens and goose management.

• Election of officers: Gail Rosewater (Chair), Doug McQueen (Vice Chair), Ed Lacombe (Treasurer), Jennifer Schimpf (Secretary)
• DPW report: OG lights, new trash cans, floating islands, lights in lake
• Discussion of flooding remedy and OG North End development at Neptune Planning Board
• Grant for pedestrian bridges
• Signs for rain gardens and floating islands, clean-up

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board is holding its regular April meeting with two resolutions on the agenda: a recommendation on a Main Street Redevelopment Plan amendment for the Mercy Center property, and a denial for Asbury Park Brewery at 614 Cookman Ave. The board will also review a site plan for screening a relocated electrical transformer serving 527 Bangs Avenue.

• Main Street Redevelopment Plan Amendment - Mercy Center / Block 2805, Lot 17 / Recommendation
• PB-2021-11-B / 614 Cookman Ave, Asbury Park Brewery LLC, Block 2404, Lot 6 / Denial
• PB-2022-15 / 512-514 Summerfield Ave / Sackman Asset Mgmt / Shared Equities, Co. / Block 3101, Lots 2 & 3 - Site plan review for screening of relocated electrical transformer

Green Team Committee

The Green Team Committee is meeting to review updates on local ordinances and sustainability plans. The body will discuss the 2024 Sustainable Jersey submission and energy aggregation.

• Ordinance updates regarding plastic bags and trees
• 2024 Sustainable Jersey Submission update
• Energy Plan and Energy Aggregation updates
• Water story update
• Coastal Resiliency Subcommittee report

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on April 9, 2024. The board will discuss and potentially appoint a new Zoning Board Engineer and Conflict Engineer, and will consider a resolution of approval for a property at 1510 Third Avenue. Two applications will be heard: a request to carry a variance case for a home at 1201 Bridge Street to June 11, and an amendment to a prior approval for a new home at 300 Sixth Avenue.

• Appointment of new Zoning Board Engineer and Conflict Engineer
• Resolution of approval for ZB-2023-09 / 1510 Third Avenue / Haskopolous / Block 1801, Lot 20
• Request to carry ZB-2023-07 / 1201 Bridge Street / Gaylord & Wierl to 6/11/24 with new notice
• Variances for pool equipment, patio, gas line, and privacy fence at 1201 Bridge Street
• Amendment ZB-2022-03-A / 300 Sixth Avenue / Dunn: deviations for balconies, impervious coverage, fencing, porch, street trees, right-of-way encroachment, roof screening, windows, and architectural elements

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting with public comment and updates from the transportation director. New business includes a request about EV charging and wayfinding signage for the Bangs Avenue Garage. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Parking Committee request regarding EV charging
• Bangs Avenue Garage wayfinding signage

Sunset Lake Commission

The Sunset Lake Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes public input, approval of prior minutes, and updates on lake water testing, DPW activities, a participatory budget committee, commission positions, a geese contract, and a Sunset Lake cleanup. New business includes planning a summit with chairs of Deal Lake and Wesley Lake.

• Update on lake condition and water testing
• Update from DPW by Robert Bianchini
• Participatory Budget city committee update
• Geese contract discussion
• Sunset Lake cleanup planning

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will consider a resolution approving the 1201 Memorial Drive Redevelopment Plan, hear a signage variance request from Asbury Park Brewery, and review a proposed amendment to the Main Street Redevelopment Plan for the Mercy Center. The board may also appoint a new engineering firm after an executive session.

• Resolution of approval for 1201 Memorial Drive Redevelopment Plan
• Asbury Park Brewery seeks signage variance at 614 Cookman Ave (PB-2021-11-B)
• Mercy Center requests Main Street Redevelopment Plan amendment for facility improvements at Block 2805, Lot 17
• Proposed amendment would allow rooftop garden and change parking standards
• Board to discuss and possibly appoint new Planning Board engineering firm

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and select up to four muralists for the northern wall of the municipal wastewater treatment plant, based on submissions from an open call. The recommendation will go to residents of the facing building and then 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 northern wall of municipal wastewater treatment plant
• Recommendation to residents of facing residential building and City Council
• Public comment session

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment cancelled its March 26, 2024 meeting due to lack of applications. The next meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2024, and will include a resolution of approval and two applications seeking variances for residential properties.

• Cancellation of March 26 meeting due to no applications
• Resolution of approval for ZB-2023-09 at 1510 Third Avenue (Haskopolous, Block 1801, Lot 20)
• Application ZB-2023-07 at 1201 Bridge Street (Gaylord & Wierl) for pool equipment, patio, gas line, and fence variances
• Application ZB-2022-03-A at 300 Sixth Avenue (Dunn) for deviations from prior approval, including 99% impervious coverage and design exceptions

Library Board

The Asbury Park Library Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, the treasurer's report, and committee updates. The board will discuss a revised 2024 budget, a library salary ordinance, and a pest contract, then move into executive session for personnel matters.

• Revised 2024 Budget
• Library Salary Ordinance
• Pest Contract
• Board Retreat/Appreciation
• Friends of the Library/APPL Foundation

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is meeting to elect officers for a vacant Neptune seat and a slate of officers. They will also receive reports on DPW projects like lights, trash cans, and floating islands, and discuss old business including flooding remedies, goose management, and pond weed treatment. New business includes a grant for pedestrian bridges.

• Election of officers: Gail Rosewater (Chair), Doug McQueen (Vice Chair), Ed Lacombe (Treasurer), Jennifer Schimpf (Secretary)
• DPW report: OG lights, new trash cans, floating islands, lights in Lake
• Old business: Flooding/Remedy, OG North End Development, Raingardens, Goose Management, Pond Weed Treatment
• Friends and Citizens: Signs for Rain Gardens and Floating Islands, Fall Clean-up
• New business: Grant for Pedestrian Bridges

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board's regularly scheduled meeting for March 18, 2024 has been cancelled due to lack of applications. The next meeting is scheduled for April 1, 2024 at 7:00pm in Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of applications
• Next meeting: April 1, 2024, 7:00pm, Council Chambers

Green Team Committee

The Green Team Committee is meeting to review updates on energy and water initiatives. The body will discuss the 2024 Sustainable Jersey submission and various grant updates.

• 2024 Sustainable Jersey Submission
• Energy Plan update
• Water story update and logistics
• Energy Aggregation Update
• Food Diversion grant update

Parking Committee

The Asbury Park Parking Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss parking-related matters. The agenda includes a review of Chapter 7 Section 27 regarding loading zones and a discussion of parking on Lake Avenue. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Review of Chapter 7 Section 27 Loading Zones
• Lake Avenue Parking discussion

Sunset Lake Commission

The Sunset Lake Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss updates on lake water testing, DPW reports, and a participatory budget proposal for art benches. They will also consider new business, including drafting a multi-year contract to address the geese problem and appointing a commission member to coordinate park events.

• Update on lake condition and water testing (still seeking a volunteer)
• DPW update from Robert Bianchini
• Participatory budget proposal for art benches (submitted by commission)
• Discussion of a multi-year contract for geese management
• Nomination of Wendi for a seat at park events table

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider resolutions for two previously approved projects and review a proposed redevelopment plan for 1201 Memorial Drive. The redevelopment plan would allow a 5-story residential building with up to 130 units, including a 20% affordable housing requirement and optional ground-floor commercial space. The board will also review a site plan for screening a relocated electrical transformer on Summerfield Avenue.

• Resolution of approval for PB-2023-06: preliminary and final subdivision at 138, 140 & 144 Borden Ave (Savvy Investors, LLC)
• Resolution of approval for PB-2021-11-B: amendment to major site plan with 'c' variance at 614 Cookman Ave (Asbury Park Brewery LLC)
• Site plan review for screening relocated electrical transformer at 512-514 Summerfield Ave, serving 527 Bangs Ave
• Review of 1201 Memorial Drive redevelopment plan: 5-story residential, up to 130 units, 20% affordable, optional ground-floor commercial

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on February 27, 2024, to consider a resolution approving a prior application and hear a new application for a second-story addition. The board may take formal action on the items listed.

• Resolution of approval for ZB-2023-05 at 211 DeWitt Ave (Monmouth Investments Partners, LLC)
• Application ZB-2023-09 at 1510 Third Avenue for a second-story addition with bedroom and bathroom
• C variances requested for side yard setbacks and impervious coverage
• Design waiver for minimum distance between buildings
• HVAC unit installation and accessory structure side yard setback variance

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with two applications on the agenda. The board will consider an amendment to a previously approved site plan for Asbury Park Brewery at 614 Cookman Ave, seeking a variance for new signage. It will also review minor modifications to an approved mixed-use development at 900 and 901 Mattison Avenue, which includes two five-story buildings with 125 residential units, 25 of which are affordable, plus commercial space and parking. Formal action may be taken on both matters.

• 614 Cookman Ave: Asbury Park Brewery seeks amendment to major site plan approval for illuminated blade sign and storefront sign with gooseneck lights, requiring a variance from integrated sign theme requirement
• 900 Mattison Ave (Block 603, Lots 3-9) and 901 Mattison Ave (Block 607, Lot 8): minor modifications to approved site plan for mixed-use development
• Development includes two five-story buildings, 125 residential units (25 affordable), 5,240 sq ft commercial/retail space, and 156 parking spaces
• Variance/design waivers sought for compact parking, insufficient bicycle storage, and undergrounding of utilities
• Property located in Springwood Avenue Redevelopment Area

Wesley Lake Commission

The Wesley Lake Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting, covering standard reports, old business, and new business. Key items include updates on the goose contract, rain gardens, and a meeting with the Asbury Park City Manager to discuss five priorities, including a formal gate lowering process.

• Goose Contract update
• Rain gardens and floating islands signage
• Replacement of Watershed Sign
• Meeting with AP City Manager: 5 Priorities
• Formal gate lowering process

Library Board

The Asbury Park Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and committee updates. They will also address old business such as the 2024 budget, a board retreat, a library salary ordinance, and relations with the Friends of the Library and APPL Foundation. New business includes personnel matters and the Junior Room. The board may enter executive session for confidential matters.

• 2024 Budget update
• Library Salary Ordinance
• Board Retreat/Appreciation
• Personnel Matters
• Junior Room

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding its regular meeting, with the main item being a continued application to build a single-family home on an undersized lot at 211 DeWitt Ave. The board will also approve annual appointments for its attorney, planners, secretary, and other professional roles, and may take formal action on the application.

• Application ZB-2023-05 for 211 DeWitt Ave (Block 1006, Lot 12) to build a single-family residence, requesting variances for setbacks, building coverage, impervious coverage, and a front-facing garage design waiver
• Resolution to approve Zoning Board Attorney for 2024
• Resolution to approve Zoning Board Planners for 2024
• Resolution to approve Zoning Board Secretary for 2024
• Resolution to approve Zoning Board Recording Entity for 2024

Sunset Lake Commission

The Commission will discuss its top five priorities and receive updates on lake water testing and Department of Public Works activities. Members will also discuss the geese population and the status of a proposal for art benches.

• Update on lake water testing conditions
• Update on art bench proposal for participatory budget
• Discussion of top five Commission priorities
• Discussion regarding geese management
• Discussion regarding the need for a Commission secretary

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on February 5, 2024, to consider several resolutions, including approval of a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance and a site plan for 700 Monroe Avenue. The board will also hear two applications: an amendment to a major site plan for signage at 614 Cookman Ave (Asbury Park Brewery) and a minor subdivision to consolidate three lots on Borden Avenue into two. Additionally, the board will approve minutes from previous meetings and appoint professional consultants for 2024.

• Resolution of Approval for Proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance
• Resolution of Approval for PB-2022-02 / 700 Monroe Avenue, Monroe Avenue Realty, LLC / Block 2503, Lots 1-5
• PB-2021-11-B: Amendment to Major Site Plan with variance for signage at 614 Cookman Ave (Asbury Park Brewery)
• PB-2023-06: Minor subdivision to consolidate 138, 140 & 144 Borden Ave into two 7,500 sq ft lots
• Resolutions to appoint Planning Board Attorney, Planners, Secretary, Recording Entity, Conflict Attorneys, Interim Board Engineers, Conflict Engineers, and Conflict Planners for 2024

Library Board

The Asbury Park Library Board of Trustees is meeting to reorganize for 2024, including electing officers and appointing committee members. They will also approve legal services for the year and review the January bill list. The board may enter executive session for confidential matters, and public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Oath of office for Robert Mikos and Danele Berke
• Election of officers and committee appointments
• Approval of legal services and designation of board attorney for 2024
• January bill list approval
• Possible executive session for personnel, contract, or litigation matters

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold its annual reorganization, appoint members, and consider resolutions and applications. The board will vote on a resolution of approval for 1506 Grand Avenue and hear a continued application for variances at 1201 Bridge Street. Formal action may be taken on these matters.

• Resolution of Approval for ZB-2023-06 / 1506 Grand Avenue / Theriault & Bergeron / Block 3602, Lot 17
• ZB-2023-07 (carried from 11/14/23) / 1201 Bridge Street / Gaylord & Wierl / Block 2104, Lot 18 — variances for pool equipment, a/c condenser, patio, gas line, and privacy fence
• Annual Board Reorganization: nominations for 2024 offices (Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Board Secretary, Board Attorney, etc.)
• Appointment/Re-appointment of Zoning Board Member Christopher Avallone
• Adoption of 2024 Zoning Board Meeting Schedule and Official Newspapers

Planning Board

The Asbury Park Planning Board is holding its annual reorganization meeting, including temporary and permanent appointments for 2024 officers and committees. The board will also review a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance referred by the Mayor and City Council, and consider resolutions of approval for two development applications. Minutes from previous meetings will be approved.

• Resolution of Approval for PB-2022-02 / 700 Monroe Avenue, Monroe Avenue Realty, LLC / Block 2503, Lots 1-5
• Resolution of Approval for PB-2022-09A / 527 Bangs Avenue / Pearlbud Realty, LLC / Block 3101, Lots 9 & 10
• Review of proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance (Resolution 2023-15 from Mayor & City Council)
• Annual Board Reorganization: nominations for Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Board Attorney, Board Planner, Board Engineer, and other positions
• Adoption of 2024 Planning Board Meeting Schedule

Wellness Committee

The Asbury Park Mayor's Wellness Committee is discussing how to introduce the Blue Zones healthy-living framework to the community in FY24, including branding, partnerships, and marketing. The group is considering a name like "Blue Bishops Blue Zone," needs to check trademark permission, and plans to focus on physical activity and healthy eating. They also discussed a Community Food Assessment and set goals for strategic partnerships, a walking group, and promotional materials.

• Discussing Blue Zones program branding as 'Blue Bishops Blue Zone' and trademark permission
• Planning collaboration with Boys & Girls Club and Kula Farm for fresh food distribution
• Considering strategic partnerships with existing programs like Music Mondays and Disco Sundays on the boardwalk
• Scheduling a walking group and creating marketing materials titled 'Secrets to a Good Life'
• Action item to contact Sonja about posting minutes on the website