Bridgeton, New Jersey

Historic District Commision

The Bridgeton Historic Preservation Commission will meet on July 27, 2026, to review and potentially approve changes to front porches, paint colors, and other exterior alterations at ten properties. The meeting follows standard procedural steps including minutes approval, public comments, and an NJEDA grant discussion.

• 175 Irving Avenue — Front Porch Railings
• 65 W. Commerce Street — Alterations to Front Porch
• 92-94 Walnut Street — Front Porch Repairs
• 204 Hampton Street — Front Porch Stair Replacement
• 263 E. Commerce Street — Sidewalk repair/replacement

City Council

The City Council is deciding on a binding referendum for the November 3, 2026 election regarding the dissolution of the Bridgeton Free Public Library. The body is also reviewing ordinances for cannabis retail hours and police department command restructuring. Other items include redevelopment agreements and public right-of-way vacations.

• Proposed referendum to dissolve Bridgeton Free Public Library effective January 1, 2027
• Police equipment purchase for body worn cameras and tasers not to exceed $378,602.30 and dash cameras not to exceed $153,144.00
• Proposed change to retail cannabis operating hours from 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• Vacation of 0.35 acre of Stephenson Avenue and 0.15 acre of Johnson Street for a senior living facility
• Contract change order to South State, Inc. for NJDOT Bikeway Program in the amount of $19,708.80

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the CY2026 Municipal Budget amendment and vote on the budget's adoption. The council will also consider two applications to block off city streets for events in July.

• Public hearing and adoption vote for the CY2026 Municipal Budget
• Street closure application for Ionic Lodge #40 fundraiser on Columbus Avenue (Vine St to Hampton St) on July 18, 2026
• Street closure application for Union Baptist Temple celebrations on MLK Jr. Way at Spruce St and Pine St at Henry St on July 11-12, 2026

The City Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved the CY2026 Municipal Budget. The council also approved two applications to block off streets for upcoming community events.

• Adopted CY2026 Municipal Budget via Resolution No. 118-26 (5-0)
• Approved block off street application for Ionic Lodge #40 fundraiser on July 18, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved block off street application for Union Baptist Temple celebrations on July 11-12, 2026 (unanimous)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will meet to discuss and vote on several ordinances, including a binding referendum to dissolve the Bridgeton Free Public Library. A public hearing is scheduled for June 30, 2026, to amend the 2026 municipal budget, which includes changes to surplus and interlocal service agreements.

• Ordinance proposing dissolution of Bridgeton Free Public Library for November 2026 ballot
• Resolution to amend CY2026 municipal budget with $3.5M surplus and interlocal service agreements
• Ordinance releasing 0.35-acre portion of Stephenson Avenue and 0.15-acre portion of Johnson Street from public rights-of-way
• Ordinance amending Long-Term Tax Exemption for Eastern Pacific Development, LLC redevelopment project on Block 182 and 183
• Resolution authorizing $886,552 for repaving Edwards Ave., Chestnut Ave., and McCormick Place via NJ UEZ Authority

The Council approved a resolution to amend the CY2026 Municipal Budget to reduce the tax increase from 36 cents to 19 cents. Several ordinances were introduced on first reading, including a proposed referendum on the dissolution of the Bridgeton Free Public Library. The Council also approved multiple shared services agreements and a schedule of bills totaling over $3.2 million.

• Approved Resolution 97-26 to amend the CY2026 Municipal Budget (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance for a binding referendum on dissolving the Bridgeton Free Public Library (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 26-09 regarding graffiti (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 26-10 regarding pickleball court reservation fees (5-0)
• Approved $1,439,890.72 and $1,761,005.78 schedules of bills (5-0)
• Approved Shared Services Agreements with Bridgeton Board of Education for crossing guards and park facilities (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 117-26 determining Phoenix Senior Village meets housing need (5-0)
• Approved block-off street application for Triathlon on June 20, 2026 (5-0)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council met to amend the 2026 municipal budget, authorize emergency appropriations, and advance ordinances for infrastructure upgrades and redevelopment projects. The meeting included public hearings on the budget amendment and several ordinances, as well as approvals for contracts and easements.

• Amendment to CY2026 municipal budget with $3.4M surplus anticipated
• Emergency temporary appropriations increased by $5.16M for Current Fund, $3.77M for Water/Sewer Utility, and $745K for Solid Waste Utility
• Ordinance appropriating $1,020,000 for water and sewer main replacement on Oak Street
• Ordinance authorizing $170,000 UEZ funding application for FY27 admin budget
• Contract change orders approved: $27,815.89 for NJDOT Bikeway Program, $21,829.19 for Edgewood Ave/South East Ave/Walnut Street reconstruction, and $3,374.31 for NJDOT Bikeway Program Project

City Council approved a $1.02M appropriation for water and sewer main replacements on Oak Street and authorized a right-of-way easement for the Phoenix Redevelopment Area. The council also held a public hearing on the CY2026 Municipal Budget and approved several contract change orders and grant applications.

• Approved $1,020,000 appropriation for Oak Street water and sewer main replacement (unanimous)
• Approved right-of-way and sight triangle easement for Phoenix Redevelopment Area (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 88-26 for additional emergency temporary appropriations (unanimous)
• Pulled Resolution E-2 to amend the CY2026 Municipal Budget (unanimous)
• Introduced graffiti and pickleball court fee ordinances on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved $1,859,977.54 Schedule of Bills (unanimous)
• Approved $27,815.89 change order to South State Inc. for bike trails (unanimous)
• Approved $21,829.19 change order to Paving Plus, LLC for street reconstruction (unanimous)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council met on May 5, 2026, to discuss and vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including a $1,020,000 water main replacement project on Oak Street, easements for a senior housing redevelopment, and zoning changes for cannabis establishments. The meeting also included routine administrative actions such as utility adjustments and fund cancellations.

• Appropriated $1,020,000 for water and sewer main replacement on Oak Street (Franklin St to Giles St)
• Authorized right-of-way and sight triangle easements for Phase I of Phoenix Senior Village redevelopment project
• Amended zoning to allow cannabis operations at 531 E. Commerce St (Block 104 Lot 22)
• Cancelled $426,580.34 in unused surcharge funds for completed capital projects
• Approved redevelopment and purchase agreements for Block 103 Lot 64 with Elevate 9, LLC

The City Council approved a schedule of bills totaling $4.7 million and passed several resolutions regarding redevelopment and housing needs. Two ordinances regarding water main replacement and right-of-way easements were introduced on first reading. A cannabis establishment location ordinance was considered and moved to final reading.

• Approved Schedule of Bills dated May 5, 2026, for $4,741,578.99 (Unanimous)
• Approved April 21, 2026, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to appropriate $1,020,000 for Oak Street water and sewer main replacement
• Introduced ordinance for right-of-way easement for Eastern Development, LLC project
• Passed Ordinance 26-06 amending cannabis establishment locations
• Adopted Resolution 81-26 to cancel unused surcharge funds for Capital Projects
• Adopted Resolution 82-26 for utility account adjustments and taxes
• Adopted Resolution 83-26 for Redevelopment and Purchase and Sale Agreement with Elevate 9, LLC