Bergen County public meetings in 2020
32 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
This is a sine die meeting for the Bergen County Board of Chosen Freeholders. The agenda consists only of procedural items including regular business, presentations, and public comments.
- Regular Business
- Presentations
- Public Comments
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders will hold a closed session regarding legal, personnel, and contract matters. The public session includes presentations and resolutions for several county grants, budget transfers, and service agreements.
- Amending an agreement with 1st Bergen Federal Credit Union for CARES Act small business grants up to $1,200,000
- Resolution regarding general obligation refunding bonds up to $60,000,000
- Security system contract for One Bergen County Plaza and other buildings up to $547,564.62
- Budget appropriation transfer of $5,535,000
- Site plan approval for Bright Side Manor in Teaneck
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Bergen County Board of Chosen Freeholders is reviewing various resolutions regarding funding and services. This includes approving state grants for health and human services, as well as authorizing new equipment and software contracts. A closed session will also be held to discuss legal and personnel matters.
- $2,940,000.00 budget appropriation transfer
- $2,748,124.00 in grant agreements
- $984,000.00 for traffic signal repair parts and equipment
- $650,000.00 software agreement with Cellebrite Inc.
- Site plan approval for 325 Main Street Little Ferry, LLC
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is considering several state grants for human services, including child care and health programs. The agenda also includes reviewing site plan approvals and COVID-19 emergency appropriations.
- $2,034,471.00 grant for the Unified Child Care Program
- $19,250,288.00 in Open Space Trust Fund award recommendations
- $210,000.00 contract for addiction rehabilitation services
- Site plan approvals in Englewood, Old Tappan, and Upper Saddle River
- $481,714.90 contract for liquid anti-deicing solution
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is reviewing various resolutions involving grants, contracts, and infrastructure projects. These items include funding for election administration, bridge replacement, and public safety equipment. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss legal, personnel, and contract matters.
- Approval of a $2,675,983.94 election grant from the Center for Tech and Civic Life
- $2,597,982.00 contract award for Century Road Bridge replacement in Paramus
- Emergency boiler removal and installation at 39 Hudson Street up to $650,000
- Grant agreement for Bergenfield House roof replacement totaling $20,000
- Purchase of two Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles for $85,395.60
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is reviewing resolutions regarding several grants, including a $3.4 million grant for the 2020 NJ General Election COVID-19 program. The agenda includes second readings of ordinances for road improvements in Carlstadt and throughout the county. The board will also consider various contracts for public safety, parks, and legal services.
- $3,475,000 grant for the 2020 NJ General Election COVID-19 program
- $350,000 ordinance for Washington Avenue jug handle improvements in Carlstadt
- $36,300,000 tax-exempt general obligation bonds for county improvements
- $328,000 purchase of eight Ford Police Interceptor vehicles
- $1,924,471 contract for child care services with the NJ Department of Human Services
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is reviewing several grant approvals and service contracts. This includes a contract extension for the Congregate Meal Program and various public health grants. The board will also consider software agreements and road resurfacing projects.
- $1,500,000 extension for the Congregate Meal Program
- $643,313 Microsoft Teams 3-year agreement purchase
- $359,569 Washington Ave CR 503 jug handle resurfacing contract
- $205,000 de-escalation program and training contract
- $132,885 NJACCHO LHD Covid-19 grant approval
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is meeting virtually to review various resolutions regarding county services and funding. The agenda includes approving several state grants for human services and authorizing major infrastructure and procurement contracts.
- Shared Services Agreement with the City of Garfield for River Drive Phase II Road Improvements ($3,296,050)
- Renewal of Integrated Payroll and HRIS System contract up to $1,000,000
- Purchase of eight Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles ($333,837.84)
- Area Plan Grant mid-year allocation of $2,327,286
- Bonfire e-procurement platform emergency purchase ($260,493.82)
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders will hold a closed session regarding legal, personnel, and public safety matters. The public session includes a presentation by the Hydrocephalus Association and votes on several resolutions. These include funding for community development plans, road resurfacing, and various health grants.
- $13,671,533 for FY2020-2024 Consolidated Plan & One Year Action Plan
- $5,895,000 contract for County Aid Resurfacing and ADA Curb Ramp Program
- $1,800,000 CARES Act grant for the Elections Program
- $2,393,084 total cost for Early Intervention Services grant
- $358,694 for Overpeck Park Landfill Closure
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders will meet to discuss legal, personnel, and contract matters in a closed session. During the public session, they will consider various resolutions regarding state grants for health, human services, and school safety. The agenda also includes several county service contracts and park-related projects.
- $2,327,286 allocation for the Area Plan Contract
- $500,000 grant for Stop School Violence II Category 3
- $95,000 contract for canine behaviorists at the animal shelter
- $188,031 contract for HPE 100 User VDI Production
- $135,000 contract for engineering services in County Parks
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board is meeting to adopt the 2020 budget and approve several grant applications for human services, transportation, and public safety. The agenda includes various contract awards and funding allocations. Some resolutions regarding budget increases were noted as already adopted.
- Adoption of the 2020 Budget (Resolution 476-20)
- $1,497,898.74 contract for Law and Public Safety Institute Site Civil 1 Project
- $2,141,561.00 Area Plan Grant for human services
- $1,000,000.00 loan agreement for Ridgewood Supportive Housing
- COLA percentage increase up to 3.5 percent (Resolution 474-20)
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders will review several resolutions regarding county contracts and funding applications. These items include infrastructure maintenance, public health programs, and various service agreements. A closed session is also scheduled to discuss legal and personnel matters.
- $6,157,754.35 for Teaneck Creek Restoration
- $2,809,900.00 for roadway rock salt purchase
- $500,000.00 budget transfer for Ridgewood Supportive Housing Project
- $224,069.00 for computer firewall hardware and software
- $125,000.00 extension for toxicology services
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is reviewing several resolutions and one bond ordinance. Proposed actions include funding for small business grants, staff appointments, and contract extensions for health services. The board will also consider a major bond issuance for engineering capital improvements.
- Bond Ordinance 20-11f for $2,343,500 in Planning and Engineering capital improvements
- Contract amendment of $901,526 for the Bergen County Justice Center Renovation project
- Emergency contract with YMCA of Ridgewood for $250,000 to provide lifeguards at Darlington Lake
- Agreement with 1st Bergen Federal Credit Union to process CARES Act small business grants
- Appointment of Melissa H. DeBartolo as Director of the Department of Human Services
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board will introduce the 2020 Budget and consider a resolution to increase the COLA percentage up to 3.5%. The agenda also includes requests for the Surrogate and Sheriff to exceed budget request caps.
- Introduction of the 2020 Budget
- Resolution to increase COLA percentage up to 3.5% and establish a cap bank
- Request for Surrogate to exceed budget request CAP
- Request for Sheriff to exceed budget request CAP
- Recognition of Mayor George Fosdick for public service
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is conducting a series of remote budget sessions. These sessions include reviews for the Office of the Clerk, Bergen Community College, Department of Parks, and Department of Administration & Finance.
- Office of the Clerk budget session
- Bergen Community College/Board of School Estimate budget session
- Department of Parks budget session
- Department of Administration & Finance budget session
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is meeting to approve resolutions regarding county funding and services. This includes a significant increase to the temporary budget and accepting CARES Act funds for senior services. The agenda also covers various equipment purchases and infrastructure agreements.
- $3,263,923.00 budget amendment to increase the temporary budget and workman's compensation
- $3,275,287.20 contract for a countywide radio system upgrade with Motorola Solutions Inc.
- $2,141,561.00 CARES Act funding allocation to increase the Area Plan Contract
- $379,121.00 shared services agreement with Paramus for Forest and Midland Avenue improvements
- $800,000.00 grant application for the High Friction Surface Treatment program
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is reviewing resolutions to accept grant funds for COVID-19 meal programs and domestic violence response. The agenda also includes various infrastructure contracts and site plan approvals across the county.
- Accepting $697,250 in funding for COVID-19 congregate and home-delivered meals
- Contract for storage tank removal and remediation up to $200,000
- Overseeing Alfred J. Thomas Home for Veterans with a contract up to $329,480
- Architectural design services for Riverside County Park South up to $219,660
- Site plan approvals for developments in Waldwick, Midland Park, Wyckoff, and Paramus
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board is considering resolutions to amend the 2020 temporary budget to a 66% level due to adoption delays. Other proposed actions include contracts for influenza vaccines, park maintenance, and ADA curb ramp programs.
- Amendment to the 2020 Temporary Budget of $266,260,540.40
- Purchase of influenza vaccines from Sanofi Pasteur, Inc. for $33,322.56
- Engineering services for River Road Settlement Stabilization in Edgewater
- Pharmacy dispensing system contract for the County Jail
- ADA curb ramp program contracts
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is reviewing several resolutions regarding budget adjustments and service contracts. Items include approving grant funds, site plan approvals in Mahwah and Teaneck, and various agreements for community services and public safety.
- $140 million guaranty ordinance for the COVID-19 Relief Program loan project
- $6,030,377 budget increase to account for received grant funds
- Site plan approvals for The RMR Group, LLC in Mahwah and KSP Enterprises, LLC in Teaneck
- $500,000 grant for domestic violence emergency shelter assistance
- $784,655 contract for community-based services for individuals with disabilities
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is reviewing several resolutions regarding county contracts and budget adjustments. The agenda includes funding for social services, infrastructure maintenance, and public safety equipment. Many items involve service agreements for homelessness prevention and juvenile delinquency services.
- $4,559,930 amendment to the 2020 Temporary Budget
- $770,000 contract for services at the Bergen County Housing, Health & Human Services Center
- $694,272 contract for juvenile delinquency prevention and services
- $50,000 contract amendment for Kinderkamack Road improvements in Hackensack
- Site plan approvals for developments in Montvale (SP 8504) and Fair Lawn (SP 8585)
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is reviewing several resolutions regarding county contracts and grants during a remote meeting. These items include funding for human services, park maintenance, and infrastructure engineering projects.
- $371,780 contract for the Head Start Program with Greater Bergen Community Action, Inc.
- $171,200 purchase of four 2019 Dodge Caravan SE Para-Transit vehicles
- $331,463 engineering contract amendment for West Century Road Bridge replacement in Paramus
- $140,000 loan agreement for Habitat for Humanity's Affordable Veterans Westwood project
- $195,000 emergency replacement of camera systems for Bergen County buses
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The work session scheduled for March 25, 2020, was cancelled until further notice. Future public sessions will follow the previously published 2020 calendar and be conducted remotely via Facebook.
- Cancellation of all work sessions until further notice
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board will review several resolutions regarding professional services, grants, and infrastructure. These include funding for the Bergen County Alliance Plan and site plan approval in Mahwah. The public session is being conducted virtually.
- $2,000,000 contract for computer equipment and peripherals
- $743,667.79 total funding for the Bergen County Alliance Plan
- Site plan approval for Bolla Operating NJ Corporation in Mahwah
- $500,000 DOJ STOP School Violence Grant application
- $212,500 emergency replacement of cooling units
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Bergen County Board of Chosen Freeholders is considering several resolutions, including recognition for Girl Scouts of America Week and Irish-American Heritage Month. The board will also review a budget transfer for Community Development and an amendment for office furniture installation. Additionally, the board will consider a roadway solicitation permit for Bergenfield Little League.
- Budget transfer of $35,341.34 for Community Development
- Amendment to install office furniture with Krueger Int’l, Inc. for an increase of $1,251.70
- Resolution recognizing Girl Scouts of America Week
- Resolution recognizing Irish-American Heritage Month
- Roadway solicitation permit application for Bergenfield Little League
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board is reviewing several resolutions, including a significant increase to the 2020 temporary budget. The agenda also includes contracts for the redevelopment of 133 River St. in Hackensack and various grant applications for public safety.
- Increase to the 2020 Temporary Budget of $105,353,799.00
- Engineering services for the redevelopment of 133 River St., Hackensack ($150,000.00)
- Design and pre-development team contracts for 133 River Street ($1,726,500.00)
- DOJ STOP School Violence technology grant applications totaling $750,000.00
- Site plan approvals in Wyckoff and Maywood
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The agenda for the February 25, 2020, meeting of the Bergen County Board of Chosen Freeholders contains a cancellation notice for the scheduled work session. No other items are listed for discussion or action in this document.
- Cancellation notice for the 4:30 PM work session
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is reviewing various resolutions regarding county funding and services. Items include approving budget increases for grants and authorizing contracts for public health, technology, and infrastructure.
- Lead reduction in residential housing contract up to $2,104,000.00
- Radio equipment and maintenance contract not to exceed $4,000,000.00
- County-wide construction services and drainage improvements up to $1,000,000.00
- Prosecutor's Office furniture supply and installation up to $650,000.00
- Increase to 2020 Temporary Budget for grants of $639,123.86
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is reviewing resolutions for several community development grants and budget transfers. This includes funding for boiler replacements at Saddle River Senior Housing and HVAC upgrades for the Women’s Rights Information Center.
- Grant agreement for Saddle River Senior Housing boiler replacement ($216,100.00)
- Budget transfer of $216,210.80 for Community Development
- Support for Kingsland Avenue (De Jessa Memorial) Bridge replacement in Lyndhurst and Nutley
- Authorization of the ADA Cooperative Curb Ramp Program with various municipalities
- Grant and budget transfer for Women’s Rights Information Center HVAC replacement ($29,500.00)
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders will review several bond ordinances for department capital improvements and various grant acceptances. The agenda also includes a proposal to increase the Homeless Trust Fund Surcharge and several service contracts.
- Bond ordinance for $4,464,340 in Planning and Engineering capital improvements
- Proposal to increase the Homeless Trust Fund Surcharge from $3.00 to $5.00
- Acceptance of an $830,965 grant from the New Jersey Juvenile Justice Commission
- Bond ordinance for $609,389 in Health Department capital improvements
- Agreement with Holy Name Home Care for a $9,000 caregiver education program
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders is considering several resolutions, including an amendment to the 2020 Temporary Budget to include grants and fund pension accounts. The agenda also includes a reserve transfer for 2019 bills and equipment purchases.
- Amendment to the 2020 Temporary Budget of $37,236,347.40
- Appropriation reserve transfer of $359,500.00 for 2019 bills
- Home improvement loans not to exceed $23,525.00
- Purchase of a Caterpillar Mini Excavator not to exceed $128,390.00
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Chosen Freeholders will review several resolutions regarding county funding and service contracts. These include grant modifications for social services, park improvements, and various legal service agreements.
- $1,353,600 grant modification for Social Services for the Homeless
- $33,750 contract for Red Wolf Exhibit at Van Saun County Park
- $62,850 contract for Darlington Golf Course netting improvements
- Site plan approvals in Garfield and Allendale
- $34,000 contract for bulk propane
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board is conducting a reorganization meeting to swear in newly elected officials and adopt 2020 bylaws. The agenda also includes reviewing the $135,984,392 temporary budget and several administrative appointments.
- Appointment of Clerk at $88,000
- Appointing Florio Kenny Raval, LLP as Board Counsel ($50,000 annual retainer)
- Health benefits brokerage contract with Acrisure LLC (not to exceed $350,000)
- Appointment of Auditor Wielkotz & Company, LLC (not to exceed $540,000)
- The $135,984,392 temporary budget