Bergen County public meetings in 2023
30 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will consider applying for a $200,000 grant from the NJ Department of Community Affairs. These funds would purchase equipment and furnishings for the Housing, Health and Human Services Center and the Alfred J. Thomas Home for Veterans. The board will also address $22,528.00 in legal bills.
- $200,000 grant application for human services equipment and furnishings
- $22,528.00 payment for legal bills
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple resolutions involving grant approvals, contract authorizations, and budget transfers. Items include funding for public safety, health services, and community development projects across several municipalities.
- Mobile healthcare services contract with National Diagnostic Services, Inc. up to $2,500,000.00 per year
- Cancellation of various expired grant funds totaling $2,265,246.99
- SCAAP grant approvals for the Sheriff's office totaling over $1.7 million
- Road improvement scope changes for the Township of Saddle Brook totaling $231,644
- Camera upgrades via Millennium Communications Group Inc. up to $91,807.20
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding state-funded grants and county contracts. These items include funding for child care, bioterrorism prevention, and library system costs.
- $2,164,967 Unified Child Care Grant approval
- $854,000 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant
- $458,682 Bioterrorism Grant from NJ Department of Health Services
- $200,000 grant to the Bergen County Cooperative Library System
- $100,000 contract with LaMendola Associates, Inc. for health benefit programs
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several community development grants and budget transfers. This includes funding for rental assistance programs and housing authority projects. The board will also consider a shared services agreement for snow and ice control.
- $575,000 grant for Housing Development Corporation of Bergen County rental assistance
- $350,000 grant for Housing Authority of Bergen County tenant-based rental assistance
- $55,000 subaward from the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management
- Shared services agreement with Palisades Interstate Park Commission for snow and ice control
- $1,600 maximum for a 0% Home Improvement Loan
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is considering several resolutions regarding community development, public safety grants, and jail infrastructure. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss legal, personnel, contract, and public safety/health matters.
- $550,439.40 for Bergen County Jail Site Improvements via D & L Paving Contractors Inc.
- $362,322.12 State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSP) funding
- $397,410.00 for Countywide Unprogrammed Projects grant agreements
- $28,000.00 grant for driveway improvements at New Concepts for Living - Emerson Group Home
- $1,400.00 not to exceed for a 0% Home Improvement Loan
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review resolutions, ordinances, and several grant applications. Key discussions include health services funding, community development transfers, and legal service agreements.
- Legal services agreement for PFAS litigation with Stag Liuzza, LLC
- County Health Infrastructure Program (CHIP) grant of $2,109,961.00
- Budget transfer of $198,615 for Boys & Girls Club of Lower Bergen County HVAC system
- Settlement agreement with the Village of Ridgefield Park up to $20,000,000.00
- Priority bridge repairs for Russell Avenue over Goffle Brook in Wyckoff for $153,000.00
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is considering various resolutions including several state-funded grants for human services, health, and community development. The agenda also includes site plan approvals for projects in Maywood, Wyckoff, Washington Township, and Bergenfield, as well as infrastructure maintenance contracts.
- $2,626,137.00 Early Intervention Services Grant
- $3,344,124.00 2023 Area Plan Grant
- $2,600,487.58 2023 Opioid Settlement Fund Grant
- Site plan approval for Maybrook Garden Apartments in Maywood
- Site plan approval for UB Wyckoff I, LLC in Wyckoff
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions and conducting a public hearing regarding emergency repairs at the Bergen County Justice Center. The agenda also includes discussions on bond issuances totaling over $36 million and various community grants.
- Emergency repairs for the Bergen County Justice Center not to exceed $1,800,000
- Issuance of $36,440,000 in tax-exempt general obligation bonds
- Contract for Meals on Wheels services not to exceed $2,319,920
- Grant agreement for Reichelt Road improvements in New Milford totaling $189,202
- Ocelot exhibit at Van Saun Zoo costing up to $1,166,616
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board will review minutes from the September 6 meeting and hold a work session. A resolution is proposed to adopt NJDOT vendor list and contractor prequalification class codes as county regulations.
- Adoption of NJDOT contractor prequalification class codes
- Approval of September 6, 2023, public session minutes
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple resolutions regarding grant acceptances, contract authorizations, and budget transfers. Items include public health infrastructure funding, workforce development grants, and administrative service contracts.
- Justice Center Exterior Historical Restoration Project RFQ
- $64,000 electric vehicle charging grant from NJDEP
- $2,696,983 local public health infrastructure grant
- $1,747,404.64 cancellation of funded appropriation balance
- Marketing consultant services for $160,000 via Giovatto Advertising, Inc.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board will consider resolutions regarding payroll services, IT equipment purchases, and public safety agreements. The agenda also includes reviewing grant funding for re-entry programs and approving a loan for Oradell Supportive Housing.
- $840,000 payroll service agreement with Unicorn HRO LLC
- $751,797 revenue-producing 9-1-1 dispatch agreement with the Town of Harrison
- $550,560 loan for Oradell Supportive Housing via Madeline Housing Partners, LLC
- $100,000 grant for the County Re-Entry Coordinator Program
- $200,000 for playground equipment and supplies
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board will review resolutions and ordinances and hold a closed session regarding legal, personnel, and public safety matters. Proposed actions include advancing the Route 17 Bottleneck Project and approving various grants and service contracts.
- Route 17 Bottleneck Project advancing to preliminary engineering phase
- $163,747 grant for Jail Medication Assisted Treatment Initiative
- IT contract with MRA International Inc. up to $578,204.71
- Authorization to submit a $3,160,545 grant application for Early Intervention Services
- $360,496 maintenance services contract for Court Street Bridge
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session featuring a presentation by Ellen Elias from Children's Aid and Family Services. The meeting also includes public comments and a closed session for discussions regarding legal, personnel, contract, and public safety matters.
- Presentation: Ellen Elias, Children's Aid and Family Services
- Closed session discussions regarding legal, personnel, contracts, and public safety/health
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several grant applications and the adoption of the 2023 Budget. The agenda also includes an energy procurement auction for electricity and natural gas. A presentation by UNICO National President Ralph Contini is scheduled for the public session.
- Adoption of the 2023 Budget
- $601,353 grant for Alternatives to Domestic Violence
- $341,826 grant for Victims of Crime Act
- $100,000 feasibility study for Shared Medical Examiner Services
- Energy procurement auction for electricity and natural gas
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing resolutions for various county services and projects. This includes contract renewals for senior transportation, legal services, and public works improvements.
- NJ Transit contract renewal for senior and disabled residents up to $2,892,198.00
- HVAC contracting services for North and South regions up to $2,000,000.00
- Phase 2 renovations at the Bergen County Justice Center up to $1,348,500.00
- Legal services contract with Waters, McPherson, McNeill, P.C. not to exceed $250,000.00
- Ordinance 23-11 to revise the speed limit on Godwin Avenue in Midland Park
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will introduce the 2023 budget and consider a resolution to increase the COLA percentage up to 3.5%. The meeting also includes reviews of various contracts for public services, including domestic violence prevention and park improvements.
- Introduction of the 2023 Budget
- Resolution to increase the COLA percentage up to 3.5%
- Renewal contract for domestic violence services totaling $623,072.00
- Utility improvements for Wood Dale and Van Saun County Parks ($351,000.89)
- Contract for removal or refurbishment of storage tanks up to $200,000.00
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding funding and service contracts. This includes a presentation on the 2023 budget and approvals for various infrastructure and public health items.
- $13,260,636 for FY 2023-2024 One Year Action Plan
- $1,500,000 for drainage system investigations and bridge/culvert repairs
- $176,550 for a mobile stage at Van Saun Park
- $773,229.60 in additional grants to the Temporary Budget
- $150,000 for deer carcass removal from county roads
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions regarding community development and infrastructure. The agenda includes funding for supportive housing in Hillsdale and engineering services for Lake Vreeland Dam. A presentation on Department of Public Safety commendations is also scheduled.
- $250,000 loan agreement for BCUW/Madeline Housing Partners, LLC for Hillsdale Supportive Housing
- $36,874 grant for the Children’s Inter-Agency Coordinating Council
- $174,637 amendment to construction management services for Darlington Golf Course netting replacement
- $83,160 contract for engineering services at Lake Vreeland Dam
- $114,214 grant application for the Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will review resolutions and ordinances during a work session before holding a public meeting. The agenda includes several contract awards for engineering services, software subscriptions, and human services programs. The board will also consider various site plan approvals and grant agreements.
- $1,500,000.00 Green Acres grant for Riverside County Park South Park development
- $674,806.00 contract for human services for adults and children with disabilities
- $57,000.00 engineering services for Hackensack Mixed Use Bus Terminal Project
- $2,000,000.00 for situational awareness equipment and accessories
- Site plan approval for HAMSHIRE ALLENDALE MF URBAN RENEWAL, LLC in Allendale
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will review resolutions regarding multi-million dollar bonds and budget adjustments. The meeting includes presentations on historic preservation and teacher appreciation. Discussions also cover various county contracts, grants, and infrastructure projects.
- Resolution to combine bonds totaling $45,075,000 in principal amount
- Increase of $241,343 to the 2023 Temporary Budget
- Grant agreements for COVID projects totaling $974,426.99
- Tree removal services on county roads up to $145,990
- Road improvement scope changes in Englewood totaling $315,654
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions and contracts during its April 19 meeting. Items include funding for emergency services, park maintenance, and community development grants. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss legal and personnel matters.
- Purchase of four ambulances for 911 response up to $1,189,400
- Security system contract with Johnston Communications up to $97,347.30
- HVAC upgrade grant for the City of Garfield totaling $271,000
- Restoration and rehabilitation of Campbell-Christie House up to $249,350
- Lifeguard management services with YMCA of Ridgewood up to $450,000
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding county contracts. These include funding for audio visual equipment, medical equipment for emergency services, and sports court improvements at three county parks.
- $453,431.22 contract for audio visual equipment from Johnston Communications
- $380,565.00 contract for sport court improvements at Samuel Nelkin, Wood Dale, and Saddle River County Parks
- $244,860.28 purchase of ambulance stretchers and medical equipment from Stryker Medical
- $36,700.00 contract for materials testing services for sports court projects
- Initiation of competitive contracting for a Substance Abuse Care Coordinator
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing various resolutions and ordinances, including a significant addition of grant funds to the 2023 temporary budget. The agenda also covers contract authorizations for public safety, health services, and local infrastructure projects.
- Adding $7,249,434.44 in grants to the 2023 temporary budget
- Amending a shared services agreement with Garfield for River Drive Phase II Road Improvements up to $3,296,050.00
- Contract for security system upgrades via Johnston Communications not to exceed $110,457.83
- Funding for Head Start Program through Greater Bergen Community Action, Inc. up to $371,780.00
- Budget transfer of $49,001 for the City of Garfield Senior Center kitchen rehabilitation
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding infrastructure, public safety, and senior services. The agenda includes major equipment purchases, grant applications for shared services, and appointments to the Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority.
- Purchase of voting machines from Dominion Voting Systems, Inc. up to $10,966,637.50
- Professional services contract for 133 River Street Redevelopment Project in Hackensack up to $351,750.00
- Grant agreement and budget transfer for Memorial Field Park Access Improvements in Hillsdale totaling $34,000
- Installation of a new chain link fence at the Hackensack Yard up to $29,137.00
- Registered Dietitian Services for Senior Nutrition Centers not to exceed $26,400.00
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will swear in Rafael Marte as Commissioner and consider several resolutions. These include contracts for IT services, juvenile delinquency prevention, and community development grants.
- IT Vendor Management contract with 916 Consulting LLC not to exceed $798,000
- Juvenile delinquency prevention services up to $781,430
- Protective services for children, families, and older adults up to $540,044
- Anderson Avenue Streetscape and Sanitary Sewer Improvements grant of $349,775
- Veterinarian medical services for Animal Services up to $200,000
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will review several resolutions and contracts during their March 1, 2023, meeting. Proposed actions include budget amendments, public health infrastructure grants, and funding for various housing rehabilitation projects. The agenda also includes a work session and a closed session to discuss legal and personnel matters.
- Amend the 2023 Temporary Budget with a grant amount of $4,084,817.92
- Apply for the Enhancing Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant up to $2,697,028.00
- Contract for goose control services at county golf courses and parks up to $234,325.00
- Emergency tree removal services contract not to exceed $400,000.00
- Grant agreement for the Borough of Paramus Senior Activities Project up to $20,000.00
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions and a public hearing regarding park improvements. The agenda includes significant grant applications for Riverside-South County Park and various infrastructure contracts for bridge and drainage repairs. A presentation on the EMS Service Response Team is also scheduled.
- Public hearing for Riverside-South County Park improvements in North Arlington
- $2,530,952.36 payment to CDI, LLC for IT platform development
- $7,820,403.00 Green Acres supplemental funding request for Riverside Park South
- $1,794,000.00 grant application for an inclusive playground at Riverside County Park - South
- Appointment of Kellie M. Reyes, Esq. as Central Municipal Court Prosecutor
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will review various resolutions and ordinances during a work session. The public session includes decisions on union agreements, park restorations, and significant funding for human services.
- $2,801,375 budget transfer and grant authorization for CDBGCV-4 Projects
- $1,261,292 contract for services at the Bergen County Housing, Health & Human Services Center
- $327,500 for restoration of Garretson Forge and Farm in Fair Lawn
- $334,824 purchase of a 2023 Ford F550 Bomb/EOD Unit for the Sheriff's Office
- Site plan approvals for Montvale, Elmwood Park, and Franklin Lakes
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will review several resolutions regarding finance, public works, and community services. The agenda includes appointing an annual auditor and approving various site plans for local developments. A closed session is also scheduled to discuss legal, personnel, and contract matters.
- Appointment of Wielkotz & Company, LLC as auditor for up to $560,000
- $1.25 million grant for the Wild Duck Pond Restoration Project
- $300,000 grant amendment for Franciscan CD Center Food Desert Relief Initiative
- Approval of site plans in Fair Lawn, Paramus, Elmwood Park, and Ho-Ho-Kus
- Purchase of two Chevrolet Tahoe SSV vehicles for $99,682.30
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a reorganization meeting including oaths of office for new commissioners and leadership nominations. The session also includes the approval of the 2023 temporary budget and several administrative appointments.
- Approval of the $156,266,275.00 2023 temporary budget
- Oaths of office for Commissioners Mary J. Amoroso, Germaine M. Ortiz, and Thomas J. Sullivan
- Appointment of Melissa Howard as County Treasurer
- Appointment of Florio Kenny Raval, LLP as Board Counsel
- Adoption of the 2023 Board Bylaws