Bergen County public meetings in 2024

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a series of financial actions, including a $2,000,000 bid for modular restrooms and accessories, a cancellation of expired grant funds totaling $17,782,204.99, and multiple grant approvals under Chapter 159. Additional items include contracts for occupational medicine services, marketing for the Winter Wonderland event, and IT equipment purchases. The board will also adopt a resolution defining eligible employment positions for the DCRP and approve a memorandum of agreement with United Service Workers Union Local 655.

• $2,000,000 contract (Open Ended) for catalog/modular restrooms & accessories – Green Flush Technologies LLC, 1420 N. Columbia Ridge Way, Washougal, WA
• Cancellation of various expired grant funds – total $17,782,204.99
• $350,000 annual contract (Open Ended) for occupational medicine at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center – Care Plus Bergen, Inc., 230 East Ridgewood Avenue, Paramus, NJ
• $85,000 contract (Open Ended) for marketing & consulting for the Annual Winter Wonderland event – Sigur Solutions LLC, 300 Witherspoon Street Ste 201, Princeton, NJ
• $19,360 license agreement (State Vendor) – MRA International Inc., 295 Morris Ave., Long Branch, NJ

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss several high-value IT and network expansion contracts and approve various state grants for health and human services. The meeting also includes presentations on domestic violence awareness and fire prevention.

• Network expansion and equipment contracts with Millennium Communications Group Inc. and Johnston Communications Solutions totaling over $2 million
• Grant for Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services totaling $1,303,937.00
• Mid-year allocation for Division of Aging Services Area Plan Contract up to $2,729,972.00
• Shared Services Agreement to house Gloucester County juveniles at the Bergen County Juvenile Detention Center
• Open Space Trust Fund award recommendations up to $4,000,000.00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners work session scheduled for 4:30 PM on October 9, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered at this meeting. The next work and public sessions are planned for October 15, 2024.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to review resolutions regarding human services grants, technology upgrades, and infrastructure repairs. The session includes a public meeting in Demarest and a presentation honoring Charlie McGill.

• Emergency purchase for Saddle River Road repairs with J.M. Sanzari, Inc. not to exceed $260,000.00
• Cisco Catalyst Project contract with Johnston Communications not to exceed $485,012.06
• Early Intervention Services grant from NJ Department of Health for $2,687,768.00
• New basketball court at Bergen County Juvenile Center in Teterboro not to exceed $195,000.00
• Camera/Card Reader System contract with Millennium Communications Group not to exceed $336,508.85

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a variety of grant approvals, equipment purchases, and public works contracts. Key items include the allocation of opioid settlement funds and several park and bridge rehabilitation projects.

• Opioid Settlement Program funds not to exceed $1,656,043.00
• Darlington Lake Dam Rehabilitation Project amendatory contract not to exceed $563,740.07
• Cancellation of rescinded EARP 2 funding for $15,699,060.28
• Priority Bridge Repair at various locations not to exceed $129,100.00
• Computer equipment for the Division of Information Technology not to exceed $332,356.08

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple resolutions involving grant applications, equipment purchases, and infrastructure projects. Key items include funding for public health services, park maintenance, and bridge repairs.

• Contract for Overpeck Golf Course New Clubhouse & Garage with Epic Management, Inc. not to exceed $5,977,000.00
• Grant application for Early Intervention Services from NJ Department of Health for $3,292,649.00 total cost
• SCAAP Grant from U.S. Department of Justice for the Sheriff in the amount of $826,419.00
• Purchase of grounds maintenance equipment from Jersey Power Equipment, Inc. not to exceed $186,589.40
• Site plan approvals for Ready Spaces SBK, LLC in Saddle Brook and M.P.M.R., LLC in Dumont

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The July 31, 2024 work session for the Bergen County Board of Commissioners has been cancelled. The next public work session is scheduled for August 7.

• Work session cancelled
• Next work session scheduled for August 7

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners’ work session set for July 24, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items were presented, and the next work/public session is scheduled for August 7, 2024.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Bergen County Board of Commissioners is reviewing resolutions to accept state and federal grants, approve vendor contracts, purchase county property, and establish shared emergency communications with local municipalities. These items would fund youth violence prevention, substance use treatment, road maintenance, ADA ramp upgrades, and park improvements for county residents.

• $1,694,273.65 change order for 2019 & 2020 County Aid resurfacing and ADA curb ramps with Tilcon New York, Inc.
• Shared services agreements to provide 911 communications to Wood-Ridge and Hasbrouck Heights
• Application for up to $1,000,000.00 federal grant to address youth violence through the U.S. Department of Justice
• Purchase of Filippone Property (Block 1 Lot 154) in Mahwah for up to $63,000.00
• Up to $400,000.00 contract for deer carcass removal from county roads with Deer Carcass Removal Services LLC

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners will review several resolutions during a work session. Proposed items include funding for mental health services, park projects, and summer camp grants. The meeting also includes a presentation from Moms Demand Action.

• $1,876,313 allocation for 2024 Mental Health Aid
• $1,750,000 grant amendment for Riverside County Park South Project
• $33,000 grant for the Volunteer Center of Bergen County Summer Campership Fund
• $21,180 for sound barrier panels and fence repairs at Zoological Park in Paramus
• $22,300 contract for Zoo Director executive search services

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding various grants and contracts. These include funding for public safety, health services, and human services programs. The meeting also features presentations from local community groups in Hillsdale.

• $3,005,819.81 grant for the 2024 Opioid Settlement Fund
• $336,500 grant for the Gunshot Detection Technology Initiative
• $176,673.57 contract for repairs to a County animal control vehicle
• $137,400 for Garfield YMCA pool area HVAC replacement
• $100,693 HUD grant for the Homeless Management Information System

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions involving technology contracts, infrastructure grants, and public safety services. The agenda includes a large-scale bid for computer equipment and a significant budget adjustment regarding bond ordinances.

• Cancellation of $18,001,171.20 in unfunded appropriation balance under bond ordinances
• $4,000,000.00 open-ended bid for computer equipment and peripherals
• $1,069,166.49 grant agreement for the Oradell Avenue Bridge
• $550,000.00 contract for lifeguard and water safety services
• $199,000.00 grant for the Borough of Emerson Fire House Elevator Project

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to adopt the 2024 budget and review several grant applications for health and human services. The agenda also includes various service contracts for county parks, information technology, and veteran services.

• Adoption of the 2024 County Budget
• Grant for County Health Infrastructure Program ($2,109,962)
• Contract for Wibit Splash Zone services at Darlington Park ($62,810.67)
• Purchase of four John Deere Gator utility vehicles ($79,729.68)
• Contract for oversight of Alfred J. Thomas Home for Veterans ($355,000)

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners will review several financial resolutions, including those regarding general obligation bonds and local unit notes. The meeting also includes discussions on various administrative, public works, and community service expenditures.

• $39,600,000 General Obligation Bonds resolution
• $73,042,000 Local Unit Note to the Bergen County Improvement Authority
• $890,000 grant award for TANF Innovations Initiative
• $245,000 methane detection system improvements at Overpeck Park Landfill
• $200,000 contract for North Jersey Friendship House meals program

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The scheduled work session for April 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The next work public session is scheduled for Wednesday, April 17th.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to introduce the 2024 Bergen County Budget. The agenda includes several administrative, community development, and human services resolutions, as well as discussions regarding park maintenance and public safety.

• Introduction of the 2024 Bergen County Budget
• NJ Green Acres Grant Application for Otto-Pehle Park playground: $2,838,000.00
• Senior Save Navigators NJSave Grants Program FY24 application: $466,000.00
• Communication and Language Access Grant Program FY2024: $32,555.65
• Computer equipment via State Contract: $215,092.24

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to review the 2024 budget and several resolutions. The public session includes discussions on park improvements, human services, and public safety equipment.

• $1,169,576.38 in grants for Human Services and the Sheriff’s Office
• $540,044.00 for protective services for children, families, and older adults
• $371,780.00 for the Head Start Program via Greater Bergen Community Action, Inc.
• Park improvements including $190,750.00 for Riverside County Park South
• $245,320.75 for X-ray equipment for the Division of the Medical Examiner

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board is considering a shared services agreement for secure high-speed fiber optic internet with local units. They are also initiating competitive contracting for concessions at Van Saun County Park facilities. The agenda includes recognitions and human services contract modifications.

• Shared Services Agreement for secure high-speed fiber optic internet with local units
• Competitive contracting for concession operations at Van Saun County Park
• Modification of resolution regarding Housing Authority of Bergen County reimbursement
• Recognition of the Health Department as a 2024 NJ Clean Communities Award recipient

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple resolutions regarding departmental funding, public works, and health services. Items include infrastructure repairs, shared services agreements, and various maintenance contracts.

• Asbestos abatement at Rockleigh Health Care Center-Wing-C: $150,000.00
• Emergency tree removal services for Parks: up to $400,000.00
• Traffic signal control parts: up to $732,944.90
• Bridge repairs at Passaic Avenue over Saddle River in Lodi: up to $16,000.00
• Shared services for street sweeper rental with Township of Washington: $1,500 per week

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners will review resolutions for the 2024 temporary budget and several service contracts. Agenda items include road resurfacing grants, IT upgrades, and public safety equipment. A work session is also scheduled to discuss legal and personnel matters.

• Second increase to the 2024 Temporary Budget ($143,637,506.68)
• Grant agreement for Teaneck road resurfacing project ($143,510)
• Contract for vehicle storage garage at Law & Public Safety Institute ($2,583,000)
• Traffic signal system contract via State Contract ($1,449,724.87)
• Renewal of MOU for Family Shelter at 40 Passaic Street ($374,801)

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners is considering numerous administrative, financial, and community development actions. These include approving several grant agreements for local improvements, budget transfers, and professional service contracts.

• Grant agreement for Christian Health Care Center - Evergreen Lodge Annex Stairs Improvements: $39,450.00
• Grant agreement for Christian Healths Care Center - Drainage and Improvements at Evergreen Court: $96,521.00
• Budget transfer of COVID funds to Children’s Aid and Family Services for HVAC/Air Purification: $90,000.00
• Budget transfer of unprogrammed funds to the Borough of Emerson - Fire House Elevator Project: $199,000.00
• Installation of a Lam Beam Gable Shelter at Overpeck Park: $148,697.00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several items. The agenda includes an update on the 2023 election and commendations from the Department of Public Safety. The Board is also considering resolutions for road resurfacing contracts and community development grants.

• $10,673,000.00 contract for 2019 and 2020 County Aid Resurfacing and ADA Curb Ramp Program
• $27,000 grant agreement for PV Meals On Wheels of North Jersey
• Department of Public Safety Commendations presentation
• Update on the 2023 Election

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners is considering several resolutions, including grant applications for park developments. The agenda also includes multiple service contracts for health, information technology, and public works.

• Green Acres Grant Application: Carlton Hill Bergen County Greenway Park ($2,654,000.00)
• Green Acres Grant Application: Completely Inclusive Playground at Otto-Pehle Park ($2,838,000.00)
• Health Related Employee Benefits Consultation & Brokerage Services ($350,000.00)
• Temporary Budget Increase to fund Grants and Pensions ($52,534,903.53)
• Vehicle Repair Services for Parks and Public Works ($500,000.00)

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a reorganization meeting to swear in new members and nominate leadership. The session includes the establishment of a $166,138,875 temporary budget for 2024.

• Establishment of the 2024 Temporary Budget of $166,138,875.00
• Contract award to Wielkotz & Company, LLC for the 2024 Annual Audit not to exceed $540,000.00
• Appointment of Florio Kenny Raval, LLP as Counsel to the Board
• Appointment of Richard Daul as Supervisor of Veterans’ Interment
• Setting the 2024 Open Space and Farmland Trust Fund tax assessment rate at one cent per $100.00