Englewood public meetings in 2025

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Board of Adjustment will consider a one‑year extension of a site plan for the Actors Fund Home at 155 W Hudson Ave. It will also continue a hearing on a D(1) variance request to allow a warehouse to be used as an indoor soccer facility at 41 Bancker St in the Light Industrial district. The board will adopt a memorialization resolution for Enrique Nilo and approve minutes from October 2025 meetings.

• Extension request: one‑year extension of preliminary and final site plan for Actors Fund Home, 155 W Hudson Ave (approved 11/25/2024).
• D(1) variance request: permit warehouse use as indoor soccer facility at 41 Bancker St, Block 2909 Lot 8, in L‑I district.
• Adoption of memorialization resolution for Enrique Nilo, 34 Florence St., Block 2903 Lot 5.
• Approval of minutes from October 16 and October 27, 2025 meetings.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment granted a one‑year extension for the preliminary and final site‑plan approval and variance for the Actors Fund Home at 155 W Hudson Ave. Chairman Maron recused himself and Vice Chairman Moche acted as chairman for the vote. The motion passed unanimously, 6‑0. The board also continued the hearing on the indoor soccer facility variance, with no decision made.

• Approved one-year extension for Actors Fund Home site plan (6‑0 vote)
• Continued hearing on indoor soccer facility variance – no decision

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear two new variance applications: one for a billboard addition at 491 RT 4 West and another for a three‑story, twenty‑unit multifamily building at 212 W Englewood Ave. The board will also adopt minutes from the October meetings and adopt a memorialization resolution for 34 Florence St. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom.

• ZBA‑25‑022 – MJM Development Group LLC seeks a D(1) variance to add a stand‑alone billboard at 491 RT 4 West (SBD district)
• ZBA‑25‑023 – NV Medical Aesthetics LLC seeks D(6), C(1), C(2) variances for a three‑story, 20‑unit multifamily project at 212 W Englewood Ave
• Adoption of minutes from the October 16 and October 27, 2025 meetings
• Adoption of Memorialization Resolution (File ZBA 2023‑11) for Enrique Nilo, 34 Florence St.
• Other new business (unspecified) and adjournment

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment held a remote meeting on December 18, 2025. Both pending applications – a billboard variance (File ZBA-25-022) and a multifamily development (File ZBA-25-023) – were carried over to future dates (February 23, 2026 and February 19, 2026). No approvals, denials, or tabled actions were recorded. The meeting was adjourned by acclamation.

• Adjourned meeting by acclamation

City Council

The Englewood City Council adopted several ordinances, including those permitting retail cannabis sales in designated zones and updating fire safety rules for e‑mobility devices. It also approved amendments to the metered parking code and awarded a professional services contract to Architectura Inc. for the Community Center Project. Finally, the council authorized payment of bills and claims totaling $7,932,161.73.

• Ordinance #25-40: Permit retail cannabis sales within certain zones
• Ordinance #25-52: Amend fire prevention code to regulate e‑mobility devices
• Ordinance #25-55: Amend chapter on metered parking in Englewood
• Resolution #320-12-16-25: Award professional services contract to Architectura Inc. for Community Center Project
• Resolution #344-12-16-25: Approve payment of bills and claims totaling $7,932,161.73

City Council

The City Council approved Resolution #307-11-25-25 to meet in closed session. The closed session will cover a litigation matter concerning affordable housing, personnel appointments, contract negotiations, and issues protected by attorney‑client privilege. No other agenda items were listed for the public portion of the meeting.

• Litigation matter: affordable housing
• Personnel matters and appointments
• Contract negotiations
• Attorney‑client privilege matters

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold hearings on a site plan for a two-story addition at 60 West Ivy Lane and sign installations at 16 Depot Square. The board will also vote on resolutions for properties on West and East Palisade Avenue.

• Joy Christian Fellowship: Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for 60 West Ivy Lane to remove structures and build a two-story addition
• AM/PM Walk-In Urgent Care Clinic LLC: Application for three signs at 16 Depot Square
• M&C Englewood LLC: Resolution for Waiver of Site Plan Approval at 34-40 West Palisade Avenue
• Onlysavor LLC d/b/a Schmackary’s: Resolution for sign variance at 48-50 East Palisade
• Designation of January 8, 2026, as the Board Re-Organization Meeting

The Planning Board unanimously approved the waiver for M&C Englewood LLC’s coffee shop renovation and the sign variances for Onlysavor LLC’s Schmackary's. It also approved the AM/PM Urgent Care signage application with specific window‑frosting and text modifications. The Joy Christian Fellowship application was adjourned to January 22, 2026, and the November 6 and 17 meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved Resolution PB-25-014 for M&C Englewood LLC – unanimous
• Approved Resolution PB-02-007 for Onlysavor LLC d/b/a Schmackary's – unanimous
• Approved AM/PM Urgent Care signage with conditions – unanimous
• Adjourned Joy Christian Fellowship application to Jan 22, 2026 – board agreed
• Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous
• Approved November 17, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous
• Designated Jan 8, 2026 as Board Re‑Organization Meeting – no formal vote needed
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed – unanimous

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review November 2025 financial reports and employee data. The body is deciding on the 2026 meeting schedule and the appointment of Soria-Savva as Executive Secretary/Sub-Registrar.

• Approval of November 2025 revenue ($7,263.00) and expenditures ($3,604.31)
• Resolution R25-10: 2026 BOH Meeting Dates
• Resolution R25-11: Appointment of Executive Secretary/Sub-Registrar – Soria-Savva
• Discussion of Communicable Disease Update
• REHS Education Bonus Award

City Council

The City Council is meeting in a special closed session. The body will discuss public safety tactics and techniques and matters within attorney-client privilege.

• Resolution #315-12-09-25: Permit the Council to enter into closed session

The council adopted Resolution #315‑12‑08‑25 authorizing a closed‑session meeting to discuss tactics and techniques used to protect public safety and property, as well as matters under attorney‑client privilege. The motion was made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Tokayer, and was approved by all five council members present. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Resolution #315‑12‑08‑25 to hold closed session on safety tactics and attorney‑client privilege (unanimous approval)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous approval)

City Council

The Englewood City Council approved Resolution #314-12-08-25 to meet in closed session. The closed session will cover personnel matters, specifically interviewing architectural firms, and matters protected by attorney‑client privilege. The council may reconvene in open session after the closed discussion.

• Resolution #314-12-08-25: Permit closed session to discuss personnel matters (interview architectural firms) and attorney‑client privileged matters

The council adopted Resolution #314-12-08-25 to meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters, architectural firm interviews, and attorney‑client privileged issues. A motion to reconvene in an open session was approved, and the meeting was subsequently adjourned. All three motions received unanimous affirmative votes.

• Approved Resolution #314-12-08-25 permitting closed session (5‑0)
• Approved motion to reconvene in open session (5‑0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (5‑0)

City Council

The Englewood City Council adopted a series of ordinances covering land use, parking, waste, and fire safety, and approved several resolutions. It also authorized payment of bills and claims totaling $1,161,581.53. The meeting included public hearings on the ordinances and a public comment period on consent‑agenda items.

• Approval of bills and claims payment of $1,161,581.53 (Resolution #313-11-25-25)
• Adoption of Ordinance #25-36 amending Chapter 250 on off‑tract improvements
• Adoption of Ordinance #25-43 amending parking regulations on Lafayette Place
• First reading of Ordinance #25-52 amending the Fire Prevention Code for e‑mobility devices
• Resolution #311-11-25-25 expressing gratitude to Dwight‑Englewood School

The council approved a resolution renaming William Street at Englewood Avenue to Lieutenant William Stimper Way. It also approved a resolution honoring the city’s volunteer youth coaches. Finally, the council accepted and filed the minutes from the October meetings.

• Renamed William Street to Lieutenant William Stimper Way (approved, yes votes from David, Tokayer, Wilson, Wisotsky)
• Honored volunteer youth coaches with a resolution (approved, yes votes from David, Tokayer, Wilson, Wisotsky)
• Accepted and filed October 21 and 30 meeting minutes (approved, yes votes from Tokayer, Wilson, Wisotsky)

City Council

The Englewood City Council will vote on a resolution to enter a closed session. The closed session is intended to discuss a litigation matter concerning affordable housing, personnel matters, and issues protected by attorney‑client privilege. The council may disclose the discussion after final action, provided it does not violate privilege or privacy rules.

• Resolution #307-11-25-25: Permit closed session to discuss affordable housing litigation, personnel matters, and attorney‑client privileged issues

The City Council adopted Resolution #307-11-25-25, permitting a closed‑session meeting to discuss affordable‑housing litigation, personnel issues, and matters covered by attorney‑client privilege. The motion was made by Councilman Dan Tokayer, seconded by Councilman Kevin Wilson, and passed with votes from Councilmembers Tokayer, Wilson, and President Lisa Wisotsky. No other actions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved Resolution #307-11-25-25 to hold closed session on litigation, personnel, and attorney‑client matters (3 yes votes)

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a request for variances to build a second floor addition at 157 Madison Ave. The board will also vote on memorialization resolutions for two previous cases.

• Hearing for 157 Madison Ave regarding rear yard setback, building coverage, and impervious coverage variances
• Adjournment of case ZBA-25-013 for 407 Gloucester St to 01/26/2026
• Memorialization resolution for 34 Florence St (ZBA 2023-11)
• Memorialization resolution for 95 Chestnut St (ZBA-25-019)

The Board adjourned the hearing for Robert Sholomon (407 Gloucester St) to January 26, 2026 with a 5‑0 vote. The hearing on Raphael & Adeena Csillag’s variances at 157 Madison Ave was also continued to January 26, 2026. The Board approved the revised Danishefsky resolution (95 Chestnut St) by a 6‑0 vote. The Board chose not to proceed with the Enrique Nilo resolution and will require Mr. Nilo to appear before the Board.

• Adjourned Sholomon hearing to 1/26/26 (5 yes, 0 no)
• Continued Csillag variance hearing to 1/26/26 (no vote recorded)
• Approved revised Danishefsky resolution (6 yes, 0 no)
• Decided not to proceed with Nilo resolution; Mr. Nilo must appear before Board

City Council

The Englewood City Council convened in a special closed session to discuss personnel matters and attorney-client privilege. The meeting was called under the Open Public Meetings Act and no formal public action is expected.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters
• Closed session to discuss attorney-client privilege
• Resolution #306-11-24-25 to permit closed session
• Public session for citizen comments
• Live stream available on YouTube

The council adopted Resolution # 306 -11 -24 -2 5 permitting the meeting to be held in closed session to discuss personnel matters and matters within the attorney‑client privilege. The motion was made by Councilman Kevin Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Angela David, and all five members present voted yes. The council then adjourned the meeting at 9:05 PM.

• Approved Resolution # 306 -11 -24 -2 5 to enter closed session for personnel and attorney‑client matters (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:05 PM (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a hearing regarding a request to use a warehouse as an indoor soccer facility. The board will also consider the adoption of a resolution for a property at 34 Florence St.

• File ZBA-25-020: Variance request for indoor soccer facility at 41 Bancker St
• File ZBA 2023-11: Memorialization resolution for 34 Florence St
• Review of Annual Report 2023-2024

The Board of Adjustment voted 7‑0 to proceed with the hearing on the D(1) variance request to convert a warehouse at 41 Bancker St. into an indoor soccer facility. The hearing was continued to December 22, 2025, with no further notice required. The Board also approved the 2023‑2024 annual report with agreed modifications by a 7‑0 vote. Minutes from the September 18 and September 29, 2025 meetings were approved.

• Proceed with hearing on variance request (7‑0)
• Continue hearing to Dec 22, 2025 (no further notice required)
• Approve 2023‑2024 annual report with modifications (7‑0)
• Approve September 18, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Approve September 29, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Closed session on personnel not required; board will wait for updated proposals

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board will consider two consistency review resolutions: one for Ordinance 25-36 and another covering Ordinances 25-40 and 25-41. The board will also review three development applications, including a lot consolidation and medical office building at 240 Humphrey/241 William Street (adjourned), a sign variance for 41 West Palisade Avenue, and a site‑plan approval for a two‑story addition at 60 West Ivy Lane. A correspondence request to adjourn the Humphrey/William Street case until January 8 2026 is also on the agenda.

• Consistency Review Resolution for Ordinance 25-36
• Consistency Review Resolution for Ordinances 25-40 and 25-41
• Lot consolidation & medical office building application for 240 Humphrey/241 William Street (adjourned)
• Sign variance application for 41 West Palisade Avenue (Onlysavor LLC d/b/a Smachary’s)
• Preliminary and final site‑plan approval for 60 West Ivy Lane (Joy Christian Fellowship)

The Planning Board found Ordinance 25-36 consistent with the Master Plan and approved it. It also approved the consistency of Ordinances 25-40 and 25-41, recommending one cannabis license on eastbound Route 4 and one on westbound Route 4. The Board approved a signage application for a cookie‑coffee‑ice‑cream store with specific height and lighting conditions, and adjourned the Humphrey Street application until January 8 2026. The Joy Christian Fellowship church project was carried over to the December 15 meeting for further review.

• Approved consistency finding for Ordinance 25-36 (4-0 yes, 1 not voting)
• Approved consistency finding for Ordinances 25-40 & 25-41 with license locations (4-0 yes, 2 abstain)
• Approved signage application for Onlysavor LLC d/b/a Smachary's with conditions (6-0 yes)
• Adjourned application for 240 Humphrey St & 241 William St until Jan 8 2026 (6-0 yes, voice vote)
• Carried Joy Christian Fellowship church application to Dec 15, 2025 (6-0 yes)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0 yes)

Board of Health

The Englewood Board of Health met on November 12, 2025 at 73 South Van Brunt Street. It approved a consent agenda that included minutes, revenue of $19,631.00 and expenditures of $10,664.02 for October 2025, and reviewed employee and retail license reports. The board discussed new business items such as grants, the 2026 budget, public health events and outreach, and held a closed session to consider the Local 108 contract and personnel matters.

• Revenue of $19,631.00 for October 2025
• Expenditures of $10,664.02 for October 2025
• Discussion of grants
• Consideration of the 2026 budget
• Closed‑session review of the Local 108 contract

City Council

The Council adopted four ordinance amendments concerning towing regulations, non‑consensual towing, public‑space naming, and recreation fee schedules. It approved a resolution to pay bills and claims totaling $3,095,530.74. Additional ordinances were introduced for first reading on parking on Lafayette Place, illicit connections, waste disposal, storm‑drain retrofitting, and littering. The meeting also considered resolutions on a water line to the community garden, a night‑market event, and various service contracts.

• Ordinance #25-37 – amendment to Chapter 410 (towing and storing of motor vehicles)
• Ordinance #25-38 – amendment to Chapter 410 (non‑consensual towing from private property)
• Ordinance #25-39 – amendment to Chapter 315 (public spaces procedure to name)
• Ordinance #25-42 – amendment to Chapter 191 (recreation activities fee schedule)
• Resolution approving payment of bills and claims for $3,095,530.74

The council voted to table Ordinance #25-38, which would amend Chapter 410 on non‑consensual towing of vehicles from private property. The motion passed with four votes in favor and no opposition. Ordinance #25-37, updating towing standards and rates, was read but no vote or action was recorded.

• Ordinance #25-38 tabled (4-0)
• Ordinance #25-37 read, no action taken

City Council

The Englewood City Council approved Resolution #286-11-12-25 to meet in closed session. The closed session will cover personnel matters, contract negotiations, and issues protected by attorney‑client privilege. No other agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

• Resolution #286-11-12-25: Permit the council to enter closed session
• Closed session topic: personnel matters
• Closed session topic: contract negotiations
• Closed session topic: attorney‑client privileged matters

The City Council voted to adopt Resolution #286-11-12-25, allowing the council to meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters, contract negotiations, and attorney‑client privileged issues. The motion was made by Councilman Kenneth Rosenzweig, seconded by Councilman Dan Tokayer, and received affirmative votes from Councilmembers Rosenzweig, Tokayer, Kevin Wilson, and President Lisa Wisotsky. Councilwoman Angela David was absent.

• Approved Resolution #286-11-12-25 permitting closed‑session discussion of personnel, contracts, and attorney‑client matters (4‑0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a consistency review of three proposed city ordinances, including one that would permit retail cannabis sales in certain zones. It will consider resolutions for three applicants seeking approvals for premises on Grand Avenue, West State Highway 4, and South Dean Street. The Board will also hear applications for a lot consolidation and medical office building at 240 Humphrey/241 Williams Street and a limited‑use restaurant renovation at 34‑40 West Palisade Avenue.

• Ordinance #25-40: amend Land Use Code to permit retail cannabis sales in designated zones
• Ordinance #25-36: amend Chapter 250 on off‑tract improvements
• Ordinance #25-41: amend Chapter 250 concerning cannabis regulations
• Resolutions for 15 S Dean Street LLC (20 Grand Avenue), 17 Delight Inc. d/b/a Snaxit (475 West State Highway 4), and JAG Physical Therapy (28‑46 South Dean Street)
• Application by 240 Humphrey Street Associates, LLC for lot consolidation and medical office building at 240 Humphrey/241 Williams Street

The Planning Board found Ordinance #25-40 and #25-41, which would permit cannabis retail in specific zones and set related regulations, to be consistent with the city’s Master Plan, recommending that any two licenses be placed on opposite sides of Route 4 and noting a needed technical correction. The Board also approved an off‑track improvement ordinance (Ordinance #25‑36) as consistent with the Master Plan. Several site‑plan and signage applications were approved, including a full‑service restaurant at 20 Grand Avenue and signage for Snaxit, JAG Physical Therapy, and Moka and Company. Meeting minutes from September were approved and the application for 240 Humphrey Street was carried to the November 17 meeting.

• Approved Ordinance #25-40 & #25-41 as consistent with Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance #25-36 as consistent with Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved 15 S Dean Street LLC restaurant site‑plan with conditions (6-0)
• Approved signage for 17 Delight Inc. (Snaxit) channel letters and window sign (5-0)
• Approved signage for JAG Physical Therapy (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of September 4 and September 25, 2025 (unanimous consent)
• Carried 240 Humphrey Street application to November 17, 2025
• Approved M&C Englewood LLC limited‑service restaurant application (6-0)

City Council

The council will vote on a resolution to permit a closed session to interview architectural firms and discuss attorney‑client privileged matters. It will also vote on a resolution authorizing enforcement action against 37 Bennett Road. The public session will include a discussion on food insecurity.

• Resolution #284-10-30-25: Permit closed session to discuss personnel matters (interview architectural firms) and attorney‑client privileged matters.
• Resolution #285-10-30-25: Authorize the City to take enforcement action against 37 Bennett Road.
• Public discussion item: Food insecurity.

The council approved a resolution authorizing the City Attorney and City Manager to enforce the land‑exchange agreement with Shiloh Craftman Club, Inc. at 37 Bennett Road. Council members agreed to launch a food drive to collect non‑perishable items for the local pantry. They also approved a resolution permitting the council to meet in closed session on specified matters, voted to reconvene in open session, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved enforcement action against 37 Bennett Road (Resolution #285-10-30-25) – Yes: David, Rosenzweig, Tokayer, Wisotsky
• Approved city food drive for SNAP‑dependent families (consensus) – no formal vote recorded
• Approved closed‑session permission (Resolution #284-10-30-25) – Yes: David, Rosenzweig, Tokayer, Wilson, Wisotsky
• Approved motion to reconvene in open session – Yes: David, Rosenzweig, Tokayer, Wilson, Wisotsky
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting – Yes: David, Rosenzweig, Tokayer, Wilson, Wisotsky

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a continued hearing on the 34 Florence St. case, where the applicant must show cause why a prior approval dated 04/18/24 should not be rescinded due to alleged false testimony. The board will also vote on motions to adjourn two scheduled cases to future meetings and adopt several memorialization resolutions. Minutes from the May 15 and August 21, 2025 meetings will be approved.

• Motion to adjourn ZBA-25-013 (407 Gloucester St.) hearing to 11/24/25 per applicant letter dated 10/22/25
• Motion to adjourn ZBA-25-020 (41 Bancker St.) hearing to 11/20/25 per applicant email dated 10/27/25
• Continued hearing for ZBA 2023-11 (34 Florence St.) to determine if prior approval should be rescinded
• Adoption of memorialization resolution for Dwight‑Englewood School, 315 E Palisade Ave.
• Adoption of memorialization resolutions for 19 W Ivy Ln and 21 W Ivy Ln

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved an amended application for 34 Florence St., adding conditions to ensure single‑family use. It also approved memorialization resolutions for the Dwight‑Englewood School and permits for two Ivy Lane developments. Two scheduled hearings were adjourned to later dates.

• Adjourn hearing for Robert Sholomon, 407 Gloucester St. to 11/24/25 (7-0)
• Adjourn hearing for Riza Uku, 41 Bancker St. to 11/20/25 (7-0)
• Approve amendments to Enrique Nilo's 34 Florence St. application (6-1)
• Approve memorialization resolution for Dwight‑Englewood School (07/17/25) (5-0)
• Approve memorialization resolution for Dwight‑Englewood School (09/29/25) (7-0)
• Approve 19WIVY LLC project at 19 W Ivy Ln (6-0)
• Approve 21WIVY LLC project at 21 W Ivy Ln (6-0)
• Approve minutes of August 21, 2025 meeting (6-0)

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board will convene to discuss three site plan applications and approve minutes from previous meetings. The session will be held via Zoom on October 23, 2025.

• Discussion of site plan for 20 Grand Avenue (15 S Dean Street LLC)
• Discussion of site plan for 475 West State Highway 4 (17 Delight Inc. d/b/a Snaxit)
• Discussion of site plan for 28-46 South Dean Street (JAG Physical Therapy)
• Approval of September 4, 2025 and September 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for November 17, 2025 via Zoom

City Council

The council approved Ordinance #25-35, appropriating $100,000 and authorizing $95,000 in bonds for preliminary costs of a new community center and potential city‑hall relocation. Several other ordinances were taken to first reading, including land‑use, cannabis retail zoning, and vehicle‑towing regulations, with public hearings scheduled for later in the year. The consent agenda resolutions authorized a $247,147.30 FEMA fire‑training funding, a lease of 175 S. Van Brunt for cellular use, and other grant and road‑rehabilitation items. The council also approved payment of $1,358,867.39 in bills and claims.

• Ordinance #25-35: $100,000 appropriation and $95,000 bond authorization for community center and city‑hall relocation
• Ordinance #25-36: First reading to amend Chapter 250 land‑use regulations for off‑tract improvements
• Ordinance #25-40: First reading to permit retail cannabis sales in specified zones
• Resolution #279-10-21-25: Insert $247,147.30 FEMA Live Fire Training item into 2025 budget
• Resolution #280-10-21-25: Lease of property at 175 S. Van Brunt for cellular communications use

The Council adopted Resolution #276‑10‑21‑25, accepting the minutes from the September 2, 16 and 30, 2025 meetings. The motion was made by Councilman Rosenzweig, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and passed. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)

City Council

The Englewood City Council will hold a closed‑session meeting to consider personnel matters, contract negotiations, and issues covered by attorney‑client privilege. Resolution #275‑10‑21‑25 authorizes the closed session and states that final actions may be disclosed to the public if not privileged. The council may reconvene in open session after the closed discussion, though none is planned.

• Resolution #275‑10‑21‑25: authorize closed session to discuss personnel matters, contract negotiations, and attorney‑client privileged matters
• Closed session scheduled for 7:00 pm on Oct 21 2025 at Municipal Court, 73 S. Van Brunt St.

The council adopted Resolution #275-10-21-25, allowing the meeting to be conducted in closed session to discuss personnel matters, contract negotiations, and attorney‑client privileged issues. The motion was made by Councilman Rosenzweig, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and approved unanimously by the five council members present.

• Approved Resolution #275-10-21-25 permitting closed session on personnel, contracts, and attorney‑client matters (5-0)

Environmental Commission

The Englewood Environmental Commission meeting will review updates from several subcommittees, including Flat Rock Brook Nature Center, the Mayor’s Monarch Challenge, the Planning Board Master Plan, tree removal permits, and policy recommendations. No formal decisions or votes are listed; the agenda consists of routine reports and public comment.

• Flat Rock Brook Nature Center subcommittee update
• Mayor’s Monarch Challenge subcommittee update
• Planning Board / Master Plan subcommittee update
• Trees / Tree Removal Permits subcommittee update
• Policy Recommendations subcommittee update

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request for a property at 95 Chestnut St. The board will also vote on memorialization resolutions for three previous files.

• File ZBA-25-019: Variance request for a cabana at 95 Chestnut St (noted as incomplete per 08/26/25 report)
• File ZBA-25-015: Memorialization resolution for 217 Fountain Rd
• File ZBA-25-016: Memorialization resolution for 76 Beech Rd
• File ZBA-25-004: Memorialization resolution for 350 Van Nostrand Ave

The Board approved three memorialization resolutions for property owners and adopted the minutes from the July 28 and August 14 meetings. It also approved a conditional C(1) and C(2) variance for Peggy Danishefsky’s accessory cabana at 95 Chestnut Street, requiring the structure to be moved 6 feet east and south, adding a buffer, and prohibiting dwelling or cooking use. All approvals were unanimous with vote counts ranging from 5 to 7 in favor and none against.

• Approve memorialization resolution ZBA-25-015 (6‑0)
• Approve memorialization resolution ZBA-25-016 (6‑0)
• Approve memorialization resolution ZBA-25-004 (5‑0)
• Approve July 28, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Approve August 14, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approve conditional variance for 95 Chestnut St cabana with relocation and use conditions (7‑0)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Englewood Board of Health will approve September 2025 meeting minutes, revenue of $14,527.50 and expenditures of $2,021.00, and adopt a resolution to appoint REHS Osmann. It will receive updates on communicable diseases, the Le Gourmet/Rent‑A‑Kitchen program, and public health events and outreach. A closed‑session item will discuss the Local 108 Contract. The meeting will conclude with a public comment period and scheduling of the next meeting for November 12, 2025.

• Approve September 2025 minutes and financials ($14,527.50 revenue, $2,021.00 expenditures) via consent agenda
• Resolution R25-09 to appoint REHS – Osmann
• Closed‑session discussion of Local 108 Contract
• Le Gourmet/Rent‑A‑Kitchen update
• Public Health Events & Outreach presentation

City Council

The Englewood City Council meeting will adopt a $1,704,817.10 payment of bills and claims, approve a $100,000 bond ordinance for a new community center and city hall relocation, adopt a $247,147.30 FEMA grant for firefighters, and pass a $2,000 radon‑awareness program. The council also voted to vacate a portion of Nordhoff Place and considered several consent‑agenda resolutions.

• Adopt Ordinance #25-34 to vacate public rights on a portion of Nordhoff Place
• Adopt Ordinance #25-35 authorizing $100,000 for a community center and $95,000 in bonds
• Approve payment of bills and claims totaling $1,704,817.10
• Approve FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant of $247,147.30
• Authorize $2,000 radon‑awareness program in the 2025 budget

The Englewood City Council approved a resolution honoring Patisserie Florentine on its 12‑year anniversary. It adopted Ordinance #25‑34, vacating a 5,313‑sq‑ft portion of Nordhoff Place, and moved the bond ordinance for a community center and potential City Hall relocation to its first reading. The council also postponed the corrective‑action‑plan resolution to the October 21 meeting for public review.

• Adopted Resolution honoring Patisserie Florentine (4‑0 vote)
• Adopted Ordinance #25‑34 vacating portion of Nordhoff Place (4‑0 vote)
• Passed Ordinance #25‑35 bond ordinance on first reading
• Proposed moving corrective‑action‑plan resolution to Oct 21 meeting

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special closed session to discuss contract negotiations and matters within attorney-client privilege. A public session is scheduled following the closed session.

• Resolution #260-09-30-25: Permit the Council to enter into closed session for contract negotiations and attorney-client privilege

The City Council adopted Resolution #260-09-30-25 authorizing a closed‑session meeting to discuss contract negotiations and pending litigation under the attorney‑client privilege. Councilman Kevin Wilson moved to approve the resolution, Councilman Dan Tokayer seconded, and the three members present (Tokayer, Wilson, Wisotsky) voted yes. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved Resolution #260-09-30-25 to permit closed session (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold continued hearings on three land-use applications. The board is reviewing requests for a school enrollment increase and residential construction variances. One resolution for a property on West St is up for adoption.

• Dwight-Englewood School (315 E Palisade Ave): Request to increase enrollment from 1,060 to 1,100 students
• 21WIVY LLC (21 W Ivy Ln): Request for variance to build a two-story, two-family dwelling in a single-family district
• Spencer and Savannah Eisner (350 Van Nostrand Ave): Request for pool and patio variances regarding setbacks and impervious coverage
• Treeco Palisades Court LP (96 West St): Adoption of memorialization resolution

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved an increase of the Dwight‑Englewood School enrollment cap from 1,060 to 1,100 students. It also approved a pool setback variance at 350 Van Nostrand Ave and a two‑family residential variance at 21 W Ivy Ln. A memorialization resolution for Treeco Palisades Court LP was adopted.

• Approved Dwight‑Englewood School enrollment increase to 1,100 students (7‑0 vote)
• Approved pool setback variance for 350 Van Nostrand Ave (6‑0‑1 vote)
• Approved two‑family residential variance for 21 W Ivy Ln (7‑0 vote)
• Approved memorialization resolution for Treeco Palisades Court LP (5‑0 vote)

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board will review three applications. The first seeks a minor site plan and conditional use approval for an interior renovation of a vacant commercial space to become a restaurant at 20 Grand Avenue in the D-1b zoning district. The second requests approval for façade identification and promotional window signage at 475 West State Highway 4 for 17 Delight Inc. d/b/a Snaxit. The third is a continuation of an application for JAG Physical Therapy at 28-46 South Dean Street.

• Minor Site Plan and Conditional Use Approval for interior restaurant renovation at 20 Grand Avenue (15 S Dean Street LLC)
• Façade identification and promotional window signage approval at 475 West State Highway 4 (17 Delight Inc. d/b/a Snaxit)
• Continuation of JAG Physical Therapy application for 28-46 South Dean Street

The Board approved the conditional‑use restaurant application for 15 S Dean Street LLC at 20 Grand Avenue, adding conditions on garbage disposal, grease traps, delivery routes and signage. It also approved JAG Physical Therapy’s façade‑signage request with a variance for letter height. Finally, the Board approved Snaxit’s channel‑letter signage with a height variance and required the window signage to meet the 15% coverage limit.

• Approved 15 S Dean Street LLC restaurant conditional‑use with garbage, grease‑trap, delivery and signage conditions (unanimous, Mayor Wildes abstained)
• Approved JAG Physical Therapy façade‑signage with letter‑height variance (unanimous)
• Approved Snaxit channel‑letter signage with letter‑height variance and window‑signage coverage condition (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold hearings for two new residential addition requests. The board will also continue hearings on two applications to build two-family dwellings in districts where only single-family homes are permitted.

• ZBA-25-015: Proposed additions, pool, and patio at 217 Fountain Rd
• ZBA-25-016: Proposed two-story addition and terrace at 76 Beech Rd
• ZBA-25-017: Proposed two-story, two-family dwelling at 19 W Ivy Ln
• ZBA-25-018: Proposed two-story, two-family dwelling at 21 W Ivy Ln

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment approved the C(1) and C(2) variances for 217 Fountain Rd, the C(1) and C(2) variances for 76 Beech Rd, and the D(1) variance for 19 W Ivy Ln. Each motion passed with a 7‑yes, 0‑no vote. No opposition was recorded during the public comment periods.

• Approved variances for 217 Fountain Rd (ZBA-25-015) – vote 7‑0
• Approved variances for 76 Beech Rd (ZBA-25-016) – vote 7‑0
• Approved D(1) variance for 19 W Ivy Ln (ZBA-25-017) – vote 7‑0

City Council

The Englewood City Council adopted three ordinances: a public defecation and urination prohibition, a residency‑preference rule for public‑safety telecommunicators, and a fee‑schedule amendment. The council also approved a first‑reading ordinance to release public rights on Nordhoff Place and considered several consent‑agenda resolutions, including a $60,000 youth‑mentoring appropriation and a donation from Benzel Busch. Finally, the council authorized payment of $1,171,923.50 for outstanding bills and claims.

• Ordinance #25-31: adds a public defecation and urination prohibition to Chapter 307
• Ordinance #25-32: amends Chapter 68 to create a residency‑preference class for public‑safety telecommunicators
• Ordinance #25-33: amends the city fee schedule in Chapter 191
• Resolution #251-09-16-25: authorizes $60,000 for the 2024 Out‑of‑School Time Youth Mentoring Program
• Resolution #257-09-16-25: approves payment of $1,171,923.50 in bills and claims

The council added Resolutions #258‑09‑16‑25 and #259‑09‑16‑25 to the agenda and approved Resolution #258, authorizing Englewood to join a statewide affordable‑housing legal action with a $10,000 contribution for 2026 and $10,000 for 2027. The meeting minutes were accepted, and Ordinance #25‑31 prohibiting defecating and urinating in public places was adopted.

• Added Resolutions #258‑09‑16‑25 and #259‑09‑16‑25 to agenda (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #258‑09‑16‑25 to join affordable‑housing lawsuit and allocate $10,000 for 2026 and $10,000 for 2027 (4-0)
• Accepted the meeting minutes (Resolution #249‑09‑16‑25) (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #25‑31 prohibiting public defecation and urination (4-0)

City Council

The Englewood City Council will vote on Resolution #248-09-16-25 to enter a closed session. The closed session is intended to discuss several pending lawsuits against the city and ongoing contract negotiations. The resolution also covers matters protected by attorney‑client privilege.

• Resolution #248-09-16-25: Permit closed session to discuss litigation (Englewood One Community v COE, CareOne v COE, Fred Pulice v COE, Caroline Machiri v COE, William Fulmore v COE, Bergen PAC v COE)
• Closed session to address contract negotiations involving the city
• Discussion of matters within attorney‑client privilege

The City Council adopted Resolution #248-09-16-25 allowing a closed‑session meeting to discuss several pending lawsuits and attorney‑client matters. The motion was made by Councilman Rosenzweig, seconded by Councilman Tokayer, and approved by Councilmembers Rosenzweig, Tokayer and President Wisotsky. Councilman Wilson was absent for this vote. The council may reconvene in open session after the closed discussion.

• Approved Resolution #248-09-16-25 to permit closed session on litigation and attorney‑client matters (approved by Rosenzweig, Tokayer, Wisotsky)

Board of Health

The Englewood Board of Health will approve the June‑August 2025 revenue and expenditure figures and adopt the meeting minutes. It will receive updates on communicable diseases and the Le Gourmet/Rent‑A‑Kitchen program, and discuss new business items including an attorney services Request for Proposal, shared services arrangements, and a part‑time executive secretary resignation.

• Approve June‑August 2025 revenue: $22,109.00 (June), $22,280.00 (July), $21,870.50 (August)
• Approve June‑August 2025 expenditures: $1,263.26 (June), $2,340.88 (July), $6,040.57 (August)
• Communicable disease update
• BOH Attorney Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Discussion of shared services

Environmental Commission

The Englewood Environmental Commission will convene to review updates from subcommittees, including Flat Rock Brook Nature Center and the Mayor’s Monarch Challenge, and to discuss tree removal permits and policy recommendations.

• Subcommittee updates: Flat Rock Brook Nature Center, Mayor’s Monarch Challenge, Planning Board/Master Plan, Tree Removal Permits, Policy Recommendations
• Events: National Honey Bee Day, Third Street Garden
• Public comment period included
• Meeting location: Englewood Firehouse, 81 S. Van Brunt Street
• Commissioners include Crystal Brown (Chair), Kevin Lake (Vice-Chair), and others

The Englewood Environmental Commission met on September 8, 2025, received updates on the Mayor’s Monarch Challenge, Flat Rock Brook events, planning board actions, tree permits, and community activities. After the updates, a motion to adjourn was made, seconded and unanimously approved at 8 p.m. No other formal actions were taken.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a site plan for a 3-story medical building at 240 Humphrey Street and 241 William Street. The board will also review a sign application for JAG Physical Therapy and vote on resolutions for two other properties.

• Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for a 3-story medical building at 240 Humphrey Street & 241 William Street
• Sign application for JAG Physical Therapy at 28-46 South Dean Street
• Resolution for Chop Chop Chinese Partners LP at 18-22 Engle Street
• Resolution for Joseph Manzo at 35 West Hudson Street

The Board approved the Chop Chop Chinese Partners LP site‑plan at 18‑22 Engle Street and the Joseph Manzo mixed‑use conversion at 35 West Hudson Street, each with specific conditions. Both resolutions passed with seven affirmative votes, no negatives, and Mayor Wildes abstaining. The Board also approved the July 24, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously.

• Approved Chop Chop Chinese Partners LP site‑plan with conditions (7‑0‑1)
• Approved Joseph Manzo mixed‑use conversion with conditions (7‑0‑1)
• Approved July 24, 2025 meeting minutes (9‑0‑0)

City Council

The Englewood City Council approved three ordinances on first reading: a public defecation/urination ban, a residency preference for public‑safety telecommunicators, and a reduced recreation‑fee schedule for nonprofits, with public hearings scheduled for September 16, 2025. The Council also approved a $1,500 grant insertion into the 2025 budget and refunds for tax overpayments totaling $3,244.65. Councilwoman David moved to remove Resolution #245 from the consent agenda, and the motion was carried.

• Ordinance #25-31 (public defecation/urination ban) passed on first reading; hearing set for Sep 16, 2025
• Ordinance #25-32 (public‑safety telecommunicator residency preference) passed on first reading; hearing set for Sep 16, 2025
• Ordinance #25-33 (nonprofit recreation‑fee schedule) passed on first reading; hearing set for Sep 16, 2025
• Resolution #239-09-02-25 (authorize $1,500 grant for Open Space Stewardship Project) approved
• Resolution #240-09-02-25 (refund tax overpayments of $3,244.65) approved
• Resolution #241-09-02-25 (refund to disabled veteran) approved
• Resolution #242-09-02-25 (refund to disabled veteran) approved
• Resolution #245 removed from consent agenda per Councilwoman David’s request

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session to discuss matters within attorney-client privilege. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for entering a closed session and a public comment period.

• Resolution #238-09-02-25: Permit the Council to enter into closed session for attorney-client privilege matters

The City Council voted to permit a closed session to discuss matters covered by sub‑section 7 of the Open Public Meetings Act. Councilman Wilson moved, Councilman Rosenzweig seconded, and all four voting council members approved. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Resolution #238-09-02 to enter closed session (4‑0)

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved D(1) and C(2) variances for 96 West St to create a 51‑space employee parking lot, voting 7‑0. Conditions included reduced lighting height, added landscaping, and a requirement for City Council approval to remove two street parking spaces. The board also adopted a memorialization resolution for Cardinal Badminton and Pickleball LLC and adjourned a scheduled case to September 29, 2025.

• Approved Memorialization Resolution for Cardinal Badminton and Pickleball LLC (3‑0)
• Approved minutes from April 28, 2025 meeting (5‑0)
• Approved minutes from July 17, 2025 meeting (6‑0)
• Approved D(1) and C(2) variances for Treeco Palisades Court LP parking lot (7‑0)
• Granted adjournment of Spencer and Savannah Eisner case to 09/29/25 (7‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:35 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold hearings for two requests to build two-story, two-family dwellings in a district where only single-family use is permitted. The board will also review a memorialization resolution for a church and approve previous meeting minutes.

• ZBA-25-017: Variance request for two-family dwelling at 19 W Ivy Ln
• ZBA-25-018: Variance request for two-family dwelling at 21 W Ivy Ln
• ZBA-25-003: Memorialization resolution for Cham Doen Presbyterian Church at 24 W Sheffield Ave
• Adjournment of case ZBA-25-009 for Dwight-Englewood School at 315 E Palisade Ave
• Adjournment of case ZBA-25-013 for Robert Sholomon at 407 Gloucester St

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved several motions, including adjournments of two pending cases and the adoption of a memorialization resolution for Cham Doen Presbyterian Church. It also approved minutes from three prior meetings. Two new variance hearings were carried forward to the September 18, 2025 meeting.

• Adjourned Dwight-Englewood School case (ZBA-25-009) to 09/09/25 – approved 6-0
• Adjourned Robert Sholomon case (ZBA-25-013) to 10/27/25 – approved 6-0
• Approved minutes of April 17, 2025 meeting – approved 3-0
• Approved minutes of June 12, 2025 meeting – approved 4-0
• Approved minutes of June 23, 2025 meeting – approved 5-0
• Adopted memorialization resolution for Cham Doen Presbyterian Church (ZBA-25-003) – approved 4-0
• Carried new hearing for 19 W Ivy Ln (ZBA-25-017) to 9/18/25
• Carried new hearing for 21 W Ivy Ln (ZBA-25-018) to 9/18/25

City Council

The City Council voted to approve Resolution #224-08-05-25 honoring the Englewood Business Apprenticeship Program. The motion was made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman David, and passed with five affirmative votes. The council also swore in three probationary police officers: Christian Dimitry, Jesse Lagrosa, and Kevin Silva.

• Approved Resolution #224-08-05-25 honoring the Business Apprenticeship Program (5-0)
• Sworn in Probationary Police Officer Christian Dimitry (badge #280)
• Sworn in Probationary Police Officer Jesse Lagrosa (temporary badge #281)
• Sworn in Probationary Police Officer Kevin Silva (temporary badge #282)
• Authorized in rem foreclosure of 12 vacant properties for affordable housing

City Council

The City Council voted to adopt Resolution #223-08-05-25, which authorizes a closed‑session meeting to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, attorney‑client privilege matters, and personnel issues. The motion was made by Councilman Rosenzweig, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and passed with votes from Councilmembers David, Rosenzweig, Wilson, and Wisotsky. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved Resolution #223-08-05-25 permitting closed session (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved D(1) and C(2) variances for Cardinal Badminton and Pickleball LLC at 500 W Nordhoff Pl, allowing conversion to an indoor badminton facility, subject to conditions. Conditions require the applicant to submit an exterior lighting plan and a striped‑parking plan for 12 additional spaces for City Engineer review. The Board also adopted memorialization resolutions for Gayle Lewis (212 Maple St) and Englewood Hospital and Medical Center (350 Engle St). The Sholomon residence application and approval of prior meeting minutes were postponed to the August 14 meeting.

• Approved D(1) and C(2) variances for Cardinal Badminton & Pickleball LLC (7‑0 vote) with lighting and parking conditions
• Adopted memorialization resolution for Gayle Lewis, 212 Maple St (3‑0 vote)
• Adopted memorialization resolution for Englewood Hospital and Medical Center, 350 Engle St (4‑0 vote)
• Adjourned Sholomon residence variance application (ZBA-25-013) to 8/14/25
• Postponed approval of minutes from April‑June 2025 to 8/14/25

Planning Board

The Board approved the subdivision of lots at 161 Brayton Street and 170 Lincoln Street with conditions. It also approved the mixed‑use project at 35 West Hudson Street, adding required waivers and affordable‑housing units. The JAG Physical Therapy sign application was adjourned to September 4, 2025.

• Approved subdivision of 161 Brayton St & 170 Lincoln St (8 yes, 1 abstain)
• Approved Joseph Manzo mixed‑use development at 35 West Hudson St with conditions (9 yes)
• Adjourned JAG Physical Therapy sign case to Sep 4, 2025 (voice vote, all yes)
• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (9 yes)
• Adjourned the July 24, 2025 meeting (voice vote, all yes)

City Council

The council approved six consent‑agenda resolutions: a $205,583 award for a hook loader, a $22,000 change order for a garage‑door bid, adoption of the purchasing procedures manual, an ADA‑compliant playground at Madison Park, authorization of a summer sidewalk sale, and an emergency declaration for repairs at Tallman Place and West Street. It also moved the public hearing on Ordinance #29 (land‑use fee changes) to the August 5 meeting.

• Approved Resolution #215 awarding $205,583 to Tony Sanchez Ltd for a 2025 hook loader
• Approved Resolution #216 authorizing a $22,000 change order for the garage‑door bid
• Approved Resolution #217 adopting the Purchasing Procedures Manual
• Approved Resolution #218 awarding an ADA‑compliant playground at Madison Park
• Approved Resolution #219 authorizing Englewood Summer Sale Week (sidewalk sale)
• Approved Resolution #220 declaring emergency for repairs at Tallman Place and West Street
• Moved public hearing on Ordinance #29 (land‑use fee amendments) to August 5

City Council

The City Council voted to adopt Resolution #212-07-22-25, allowing the council to meet in closed session to discuss personnel, contract negotiations, and attorney‑client matters. The motion was approved unanimously by the five council members present. The council noted it may reconvene in open session after the closed session concludes.

• Approved Resolution #212-07-22-25 to permit closed session (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved the Hudson River Pickleball memorialization resolution (5‑yes, 0‑no) and a variance for Colette N. Bradford (4‑yes, 0‑no). It also approved the Cham Doen Presbyterian Church variance with conditions (7‑yes, 0‑no) and the pavilion and staircase portion of the Dwight‑Englewood School project (7‑yes, 0‑no), while tabling the school's enrollment increase request. The case for Spencer and Savannah Eisner was adjourned to August 21, 2025.

• Approved Hudson River Pickleball memorialization resolution (5 yes, 0 no)
• Approved Colette N. Bradford variance (4 yes, 0 no)
• Approved Cham Doen Presbyterian Church variance with conditions (7 yes, 0 no)
• Approved Dwight‑Englewood School pavilion and staircase portion (7 yes, 0 no)
• Tabled Dwight‑Englewood School enrollment increase request
• Adjourned Spencer and Savannah Eisner case to 08/21/25 (no vote recorded)

Planning Board

The Board approved corrected minutes for May, June and July meetings. It confirmed that all August meetings are cancelled. The Board deferred action on the City Council fee‑consistency ordinance pending more information. Finally, the Board approved the conditional‑use application for Chop Chop Chinese Partners, LP with several conditions.

• Approved corrected minutes for May 22, June 5 and June 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Confirmed cancellation of all August 2025 meetings
• Deferred action on City Council land‑use fee consistency ordinance
• Approved Chop Chop Chinese Partners conditional‑use application with conditions (unanimous)

City Council

The council adopted Ordinance #25-26, amending the affordable housing mandatory set-aside to require a 20% affordable unit allocation for new residential developments of five or more units. Councilman Tokayer moved to adopt the ordinance, Councilman Rosenzweig seconded, and all five council members present voted yes. No other ordinances were adopted at this meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance #25-26 affordable housing set-aside amendment (unanimous approval by five council members)

City Council

The council voted to approve Resolution #204‑07‑08‑25, which permits the council to meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, personnel matters, and attorney‑client privileged issues. The motion was made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Rosenzweig, and passed with five affirmative votes (Councilmembers David, Rosenzweig, Tokayer, Wilson, Wisotsky). No other actions were taken.

• Approved Resolution #204‑07‑08‑25 permitting closed‑session discussion of litigation, contracts, personnel and attorney‑client matters (5‑0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board voted to approve the consistency review finding that Ordinance 25-26 on affordable housing is not inconsistent with the Master Plan. It also approved OrthoEnglewood’s second‑floor sign variance and approved the Project 647 LLC subdivision application pending updated construction plans. The July 3 meeting was cancelled and the JAG Physical Therapy case was adjourned to July 24.

• Approved consistency review finding Ordinance 25-26 not inconsistent (Yes: 4, Abstain: 2)
• Approved OrthoEnglewood sign variance (Yes: 7, No: 0)
• Approved Project 647 LLC subdivision application subject to updated plans (Yes: 6, Abstain: 1)
• Cancelled July 3 Planning Board meeting; rescheduled for July 10
• Adjourned JAG Physical Therapy case to July 24 at applicant’s request

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved the Englewood Hospital and Medical Center’s D(2) variance and site‑plan amendment, allowing one‑story inpatient and two‑story peri‑operative additions, by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved a variance for a residential addition at 212 Maple St, requiring a larger front‑yard setback and evergreen landscaping, also by a 5‑0 vote. The hearing on the Cham Doen Presbyterian Church variance was continued to July 17 due to insufficient eligible voters. The board did not review or approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved Englewood Hospital D(2) variance and site plan (5‑0 vote)
• Approved Gayle Lewis residential variance with 15‑ft setback and landscaping (5‑0 vote)
• Continued Cham Doen Presbyterian Church variance hearing to July 17 (no vote)
• Did not review or approve minutes from April 17, April 28, and May 15 meetings

City Council

The City Council voted to approve the Englewood Special Improvement District budget for FY 2026, authorizing $450,000 in revenues and matching appropriations. A separate resolution allowing the SID budget to be read by title only was also adopted. No public comments were received during the public‑hearing portion of the meeting.

• Approved resolution to read SID FY2026 budget by title only (unanimous)
• Approved Englewood SID FY2026 budget – $450,000 revenues and $450,000 appropriations (unanimous)
• Moved Ordinance #25-28 (construction fee amendment) to first reading (unanimous)
• Moved Ordinance #25-29 (land‑use development fee schedule) to first reading (unanimous)
• Moved Ordinance #25-30 (parking‑lot fee schedule amendment) to first reading (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council voted to adopt Resolution #195-06-17-25, permitting a closed‑session meeting to discuss the pending litigation case Carol Machiri v. COE and other attorney‑client privileged matters. The motion was made by Councilman Rosenzweig and seconded by Councilman Tokayer. Four council members—David, Rosenzweig, Tokayer, and Wisotsky—voted in favor; Councilman Wilson was absent for this vote.

• Approved Resolution #195-06-17-25 to hold closed session on litigation (approved by David, Rosenzweig, Tokayer, Wisotsky)

Board of Adjustment

The board voted 6-1 to approve Hudson River Pickleball’s request to remove the 4 p.m. weekday opening restriction. It also approved a C‑1 variance for Colette N. Bradford to add a 14‑foot single‑story addition, with a 7-0 vote. Additionally, a memorialization resolution for Naftali & Sybil Cohen was adopted unanimously by five members.

• Approved Hudson River Pickleball hours amendment (6‑yes, 1‑no)
• Approved C‑1 variance for Colette N. Bradford addition (7‑yes, 0‑no)
• Approved memorialization resolution for Naftali & Sybil Cohen (5‑yes, 0‑no)

Planning Board

The board approved the 4th Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan amendment to the 2024 Master Plan. It also approved a wall sign at 48‑50 East Palisade Avenue and confirmed the Towne Centre Overlay Zone ordinance aligns with the Master Plan. Additional actions included approving prior meeting minutes, closing the public hearing, and adjourning the meeting.

• Adopted 4th Round Housing Element & Fair Share Plan amendment (5-1)
• Approved wall sign at 48‑50 East Palisade Avenue (7-0) subject to committee approval
• Confirmed consistency of Towne Centre Overlay Zone ordinance with Master Plan (7-0)
• Approved minutes for April 24 2025 and May 1 2025 (7-0)
• Closed public hearing on housing plan (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council adopted Resolution #185-06-04-25 permitting a closed‑session meeting to discuss personnel matters, appointments, and matters covered by attorney‑client privilege. The motion was made by Councilwoman Angela David and seconded by Councilman Dan Tokayer. The resolution was approved by a vote of four council members—David, Tokayer, Kevin Wilson, and Lisa Wisotsky—while Councilman Kenneth Rosenzweig was absent.

• Approved Resolution #185-06-04-25 to permit closed session (4-0)

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board voted to adopt the amendment to the 2024 Master Plan, approving the resolution unanimously. It also dismissed without prejudice the application of Sam Pessar (Case No. 24-000125) by unanimous vote. The board approved one of two proposed signs for Cityview Surgical Suites LLC d/b/a OrthoEnglewood and deferred the second sign pending further testimony.

• Adopted amendment to the 2024 Master Plan – approved unanimously (8-0)
• Dismissed without prejudice application of Sam Pessar, Case No. 24-000125 – approved unanimously (9-0)
• Approved one of two proposed signs for Cityview Surgical Suites LLC d/b/a OrthoEnglewood at 28‑46 South Dean Street – approved unanimously
• Deferred decision on the second proposed sign – applicant must return for additional testimony

City Council

The council approved the Englewood Special Improvement District budget for FY 2026, a $450,000 plan balanced between revenues and appropriations. Resolution #176-05-20-25 was adopted on first reading with a 3‑0 vote (Councilmembers David, Tokayer, Wisotsky). The council also approved three honorific resolutions and accepted prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Resolution #173-05-20-25 honoring Scott Reddin (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #174-05-20-25 honoring Flat Rock Brook award recipients (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #175-05-20-25 appreciating Rutgers University park study team (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #176-05-20-25 introducing the FY2026 Special Improvement District budget (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #177-05-20-25 accepting prior meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The board approved the minutes of the March 24, 2025 meeting by a 4‑yes vote. For the Cohen application at 575 Next Day Hill Rd, the board added conditions to locate the original retaining‑wall approval and to obtain an independent engineer’s review, and then approved the requested variances with those conditions by a 6‑yes vote. The Cham Doen Presbyterian Church variance request was continued to the June 23, 2025 meeting. The meeting was adjourned without objection.

• Approved March 24, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Added condition to obtain record of existing retaining‑wall approval (Cohen case)
• Added condition for independent engineer review of retaining‑wall (Cohen case)
• Approved Cohen variance request with conditions (6‑0)
• Continued Cham Doen Presbyterian Church variance case to June 23, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (no objections)

Board of Health

The Board approved the April 9, 2025 minutes, the April 2025 revenue of $55,930, the 2025 expenditures of $6,143.50, and the April 2025 retail licenses, each by a 6‑0 vote. A motion to adopt Ordinance 25‑03 revising Chapter 464 Animals‑Fowls was not approved, receiving one yes vote, five no votes, one abstention, and one absence. The Board also approved the 2024 annual report and opened and closed public comment by unanimous votes.

• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved April 2025 revenue $55,930 (6-0)
• Approved 2025 expenditures $6,143.50 (6-0)
• Approved April 2025 retail licenses (6-0)
• Rejected Ordinance 25-03 amendment to animal‑fowl chapter (1-5, 1 abstain, 1 absent)
• Approved 2024 annual report
• Opened public comment (6-0)
• Closed public comment (6-0)

City Council

The council adopted Resolution #171-05-12-25 to meet in closed session on contract negotiations, personnel matters, safety tactics, and attorney‑client matters. A motion to reconvene in open session was approved. The meeting was then adjourned. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution #171-05-12-25 for closed session (5-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene in open session (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (5-0)

City Council

The joint council and planning board meeting focused on Englewood's obligations for the fourth round of affordable housing, including a proposed overlay‑zone strategy. No formal adoption of the plan was made; the board set future dates to consider it. The meeting was then adjourned with a unanimous motion.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0 vote)
• Scheduled Planning Board meeting for June 5 to adopt the fair‑share housing plan
• Scheduled City Council meeting for June 17 to pass a resolution accepting the plan
• Set deadline to submit the housing plan by June 30

City Council

The council adopted Ordinance #25-20, allowing the 2025 municipal budget to exceed the cap by 3.5%, an increase of $2,227,028.50. The ordinance was approved unanimously by the four council members present. The council also adopted Resolution #160-05-06-25, permitting the budget to be read by title only at the public hearing. That resolution was likewise approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance #25-20 to exceed budget cap by 3.5% ($2,227,028.50) – unanimous approval
• Adopted Resolution #160-05-06-25 to allow 2025 budget to be read by title only – unanimous approval

City Council

The Englewood City Council voted to permit a closed‑session meeting under the Open Public Meetings Act to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, attorney‑client privilege, and personnel matters. The motion was made by Councilman Rosenzweig, seconded by Councilman Tokayer, and approved by the three members present. Councilwoman Wilson was absent for this vote.

• Approved Resolution #159-05-06-25 to hold closed session (3‑0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved the proposed sign on the east façade of 28‑46 South Dean Street and postponed the decision on the north‑facade sign until the June 26, 2025 meeting. The Board assigned Planner Chelsea Gleis to research the history of ground‑floor medical office zoning in the downtown area and to report back. Members also agreed to explore making Zoom meeting recordings publicly available. A joint Board‑Council meeting on affordable housing was scheduled for May 8, 2025.

• Approved east‑facade sign (consensus)
• Deferred north‑facade sign decision to June 26, 2025
• Tasked Chelsea Gleis to research downtown ground‑floor medical office zoning history
• Agreed to explore posting Zoom meeting recordings online
• Scheduled joint Board‑Council affordable housing meeting for May 8, 2025

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a motion to adjourn the Enrique Nilo matter (File ZBA 2023‑11) to the October 24 2025 meeting, with six members voting in favor. The board also approved a memorialization resolution for Arcadis Architects (File 24‑001928). Minutes from the January 27, February 20, and February 24, 2025 meetings were each approved. The meeting was then adjourned without objection.

• Adjourned File ZBA 2023‑11 (Enrique Nilo) to Oct 24 2025 (vote 6‑0)
• Approved memorialization resolution File 24‑001928 for Arcadis Architects (vote 1‑0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 27 2025 meeting (vote 3‑0, 1 abstain)
• Approved minutes of Feb 20 2025 meeting (vote 3‑0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 24 2025 meeting (vote 5‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (no objections)

Planning Board

The Board approved the minutes from the February and April meetings. It granted a variance for Atherton Beverly LLC to split 390 Jones Road into two single‑family lots, with storm‑water and maintenance conditions. The Board also approved MSS Englewood LLC’s revised façade sign for 48‑50 East Palisade Avenue, requiring placement on the lower gray or white portion of the building. Members will review the State Development and Redevelopment Plan before the next meeting and then adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes from Feb 13, Feb 27, Apr 3 (approved)
• Approved Atherton Beverly LLC subdivision variance (9‑0‑1 abstain)
• Approved MSS Englewood LLC sign with placement condition (11‑0‑0)
• Decided to circulate State Development and Redevelopment Plan for review at next meeting
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous approval)

City Council

The City Council voted unanimously to approve Resolution #146-04-22-25, authorizing the submission of a $42,500 grant application for stormwater drainage and accessibility improvements at Garrity Field in Trumble Park. The Council also approved Resolution #147-04-22-25, authorizing the submission of a $462,500 grant application to acquire 173 West Forest Avenue for future stormwater improvements and a passive park. Finally, the Council approved Resolution #148-04-22-25 to accept the meeting minutes.

• Approved Resolution #146-04-22-25 to submit $42,500 grant for Garrity Field stormwater and accessibility improvements (unanimous yes)
• Approved Resolution #147-04-22-25 to submit $462,500 grant to acquire 173 West Forest Avenue for stormwater and passive park (unanimous yes)
• Approved Resolution #148-04-22-25 to accept the meeting minutes (unanimous yes)

City Council

The City Council voted to adopt Resolution #145-04-22-25, allowing a closed‑session meeting to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, personnel matters, and attorney‑client privileged information. The motion was moved by Councilman Rosenzweig, seconded by Councilman Tokayer, and approved unanimously by the five members present. The council noted it may reconvene in open session after the closed discussion.

• Approved Resolution #145-04-22-25 to permit closed session (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board administered the oath of office to Milton Davis as Alternate Member 3. The pool and patio variance application (File ZBA-25-004) was carried over to the May 19, 2025 meeting. The memorialization resolution for Trinity 433 LLC (File ZBA-25-005) was approved by a 3‑yes, 0‑no vote. The Arcadis Architects project (File 24-001928) was carried forward to the April 28 meeting.

• Milton Davis sworn in as Alternate Member 3 (term ends 12/31/2025)
• Pool/patio variance application ZBA-25-004 carried to May 19, 2025 meeting
• Approved Trinity 433 LLC memorialization resolution (3‑0)
• Arcadis Architects file 24-001928 carried to April 28 meeting

Board of Health

The Board approved the March 12 minutes, revenue, expenditures and employee reports. It approved March retail licenses totaling $17,830.00. The Board introduced and approved Ordinance 25-03 to revise Chapter 464 Animals-Fowls. Procedural motions to open and close public comment and to adjourn were also approved.

• Approved March 12 minutes, revenue, expenditures, employee reports (5-0)
• Approved March retail licenses totaling $17,830.00 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-03 revising Chapter 464 Animals-Fowls (5-0)
• Approved opening of public comment (5-0)
• Approved closing of public comment (5-0)
• Approved adjournment (5-0)

Planning Board

The Board deferred the vote on the 2024 Master Plan amendments, citing low public attendance and inadequate advertising. Members approved motions to open and close the public hearing and to adjourn the meeting. The Board tasked Attorney Douglas Bern with notifying the City Manager and Council President and exploring better publicity methods, including the city marquee, flyers, email, social media, and a possible public‑relations firm. It also directed staff to examine zoning changes to allow ground‑floor medical offices in the former MURR Overlay Zone at the Towne Center project.

• Deferred vote on 2024 Master Plan amendments (postponed) – all members in favor
• Approved motion to open public hearing on Master Plan amendment – all members in favor
• Approved motion to close public hearing – all members in favor
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting – all members in favor
• Assigned Attorney Douglas Bern to write a letter to the City Manager and Council President on improving meeting publicity
• Directed Bern to coordinate advertising via city marquee, flyers, online links, email and social media
• Directed Bern to investigate hiring a professional public‑relations firm for meeting promotion
• Directed staff to explore zoning adjustments to permit ground‑floor medical offices in the former MURR Overlay Zone (Towne Center, D‑1(b) zone)

City Council

The Council approved Resolution #131-04-01-25, adopting the 2025 city budget with a 1.98% tax increase. Council members also adopted Ordinance #25-16, setting resident and non‑resident fees for city tennis and pickleball courts. Ordinance #25-20 received its first reading and a public hearing was scheduled for May 6, 2025. Ordinance #25-17 was introduced but no action was taken.

• Adopted 2025 city budget (Resolution #131-04-01-25)
• Adopted Ordinance #25-16 regulating use and fees for city tennis and pickleball courts
• First reading of Ordinance #25-20 to exceed municipal budget cap; public hearing set for May 6, 2025
• Introduced Ordinance #25-17 establishing Chapter 155 on unregulated cannabis sales (no vote)

City Council

On April 1, 2025 the Englewood City Council adopted Resolution #130-04-01-25 permitting a closed‑session meeting. The resolution authorizes discussion of personnel matters, contract negotiations and attorney‑client privileged matters. The motion was passed with three affirmative votes and no oppositions. Councilmembers David and Wilson were absent for the vote.

• Approved Resolution #130-04-01-25 to allow closed‑session discussion of personnel, contracts and attorney‑client matters (3‑0)

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment denied One Medical’s request for a D‑1 variance to locate a medical office on the first floor of 18 W Palisade Ave, with a 3‑3 vote split. The board approved Trinity 433 LLC’s D‑1 variance to operate a pet store and dog‑grooming business at 8‑12 E Palisade Ave, voting 5‑1. The board also adopted memorialization resolutions for Englewood Hospital, Michael Maturo, and Dwight Englewood School.

• Denied One Medical D(1) variance (3‑3 vote)
• Approved Trinity 433 LLC pet store/grooming D(1) variance (5‑1 vote)
• Adopted memorialization resolution for Englewood Hospital (3‑0 vote)
• Adopted memorialization resolution for Michael Maturo (4‑0 vote)
• Adopted memorialization resolution for Dwight Englewood School (4‑0 vote)

City Council

The Englewood City Council unanimously approved a resolution permitting a closed‑session to discuss litigation, contract negotiations, personnel matters and attorney‑client issues. They also approved a motion to reconvene in open session after the closed session. The council voted to table the resolution authorizing enforcement action against 37 Bennett Road. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved resolution to meet in closed session (5-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene in open session (5-0)
• Tabled resolution to take enforcement action against 37 Bennett Road (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)