Eatontown public meetings in 2022

Mayor & Council

The Eatontown Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 26-2022, which amends the borough's professional contracts and pay-to-play restrictions to conform with state law. The council will also enter closed session to discuss contract negotiations for Monmouth Mall, personnel requests, and 2023 professional RFPs. A consent agenda includes a property tax exemption for a disabled veteran and authorization for a zoning officer to work with downtown property owners on a unified solid waste system.

• Ordinance 26-2022: Amends Chapter 57 (Professional Services) to align pay-to-play restrictions with state law
• Closed session for contract negotiations on Monmouth Mall
• Resolution 262-2022: Real estate tax exemption for a disabled veteran (Block 2602, Lot 8)
• Resolution 264-2022: Authorizes zoning/code enforcement officer to work with downtown property owners on unified solid waste collection
• Discussion of 2023 Council meeting dates and business insurance registry (Ordinance 20-2022)

The Borough Council approved Ordinance 26-2022 to align local pay-to-play regulations with state standards. Other actions included granting a veteran's tax exemption and authorizing a waste disposal study for the Downtown Study Area.

• Adopted Ordinance 26-2022 amending professional contracts and pay-to-play restrictions (4-2)
• Approved real estate property tax exemption for disabled veteran Peter G. Morley (Resolution 262-2022)
• Authorized tax certificate redemption for Block 3701, Lot 1.02 (Resolution 263-2022)
• Authorized Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer to develop a unified solid waste system for the Downtown Study Area (Resolution 264-2022)
• Approved bills, claims, and bi-weekly payroll
• Approved minutes from 12/7/2022 meeting

Mayor & Council

The Eatontown Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting three ordinances, including one that updates the role of the Historical Committee in reviewing permits for historic sites and structures. They will also vote on resolutions to allow the operation of cooperative sober living residences at 18 Willow Street and 3 Kellys Lane. Additionally, the council will introduce a new ordinance amending professional services and pay-to-play restrictions.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 19-2022, updating historic preservation rules and listing historic sites
• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 24-2022, amending the LOSAP point system for volunteers
• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 25-2022, eliminating a limitation on Planning Board appointments
• Resolution 258-2022 and 259-2022 to authorize operation of sober living residences at 18 Willow St and 3 Kellys Lane
• Introduction of Ordinance 26-2022, amending professional services and pay-to-play restrictions

The Council adopted ordinances to modernize the Historical Committee's role in reviewing permits for historic sites and to allow former governing body members to be appointed to the Planning Board immediately. They also updated the LOSAP point system for first responders.

• Adopted Ordinance 19-2022 regarding certificates and permits for historic sites (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 24-2022 amending the LOSAP point system (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-2022 eliminating appointment limitations for former governing body members on the Planning Board (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 26-2022 regarding professional services and pay-to-play restrictions (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved bills, claims, and bi-weekly payroll (6-0, 1 abstain on line item 001)
• Approved resolutions 253-259, including agreements for Eatontown Choraliers and sober living residences at 18 Willow St and 3 Kellys Lane (6-0)
• Approved minutes from the 11/21/2022 Regular Meeting (6-0)
• Accepted communications regarding Zoning and Planning Board applications (6-0)

Mayor & Council

The Eatontown Mayor and Council will introduce an ordinance to eliminate a one-year restriction on former governing body members serving on the Planning Board, and will consider a resolution to apply for a $500,000 state grant for a restroom and storage building at Gurbisz Park. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, bills and claims totaling over $3.7 million, and routine consent agenda items.

• Ordinance 25-2022: removes the one-year limitation on appointing former governing body members to the Planning Board
• Resolution 250-2022: authorizes a $500,000 DCA grant application for a restroom and storage building at Gurbisz Park
• Bills and claims list totals $3,726,525.67 across all funds
• Consent agenda includes acceptance of a new NJ State Firemen's Association membership (T. Wicklund)
• Refund of tax overpayment for Block 3001, Lot 28

The Governing Body authorized a grant application to the NJ Department of Community Affairs for a restroom and storage building at Gurbisz Park. Council also introduced an ordinance regarding Municipal Planning Board appointments and approved several routine resolutions.

• Authorized $500,000 DCA grant application for Gurbisz Park restroom/storage building (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 25-2022 to eliminate appointment limitations for Municipal Planning Board (5-0)
• Approved $2,231.91 property tax refund for Block 3001, Lot 28 (5-0)
• Approved special event permit fee waiver for Eatontown Lions Club Christmas Tree Sales (5-0)
• Approved bills, claims, and bi-weekly payroll (5-0)
• Accepted NJ State Firemen’s Assn. membership application for T. Wicklund (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 11/10/2022 and 11/15/2022 (5-0)

Mayor & Council

The Eatontown Mayor and Council will vote on a resolution to award a contract for Industrial Way West roadway improvements to Meco, Inc. for $604,443.50. The lowest bidder, Discover Construction, LLC, requested to withdraw its $473,987.85 bid due to computational errors, which the Borough Engineer and Administrator recommend accepting. The project is partially funded by an NJDOT grant.

• Resolution 249-2022: Award contract to Meco, Inc. for Industrial Way West Roadway Improvements, $604,443.50
• Accept withdrawal of Discover Construction, LLC bid ($473,987.85) due to computational errors
• Seven bids received; Meco was second lowest bidder
• Public comment periods before and after agenda votes

The Borough Council approved a contract for the Industrial Way West Roadway Improvements. The council accepted a bid withdrawal from Discover Construction, LLC due to computational errors and awarded the project to the next lowest bidder.

• Accepted bid withdrawal from Discover Construction, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $604,443.50 contract to Meco, Inc. for Industrial Way West Roadway Improvements (5-0)

Mayor & Council

The Eatontown Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and votes on three ordinances: updating historic preservation rules and expanding the list of historic sites, requiring landlords to annually report vacant rent-controlled units, and adjusting the tax collector salary for 2022-2023. The council will also introduce an ordinance amending the LOSAP point system for volunteer firefighters and consider consent agenda items including equipment purchases and shared service agreements.

• Public hearings on three ordinances: historic preservation updates (Ordinance 19-2022), vacant housing reporting for rent control (Ordinance 22-2022), and tax collector salary adjustment (Ordinance 23-2022)
• Introduction of Ordinance 24-2022 to amend the LOSAP point system for volunteer first responders
• Consent agenda includes $122,229 purchase of a Mason dump truck with plow and $27,024 for Bobcat mowers/equipment for DPW
• Closed session to discuss contract negotiations for Monmouth Mall and personnel matters
• Hearings for three sober living facilities (Phoenix Recovery LLC and Coastal Sober Living LLC) under boarding/rooming house regulations

The Council adopted an ordinance requiring landlords to annually report rent-controlled units to the Housing Officer. They also approved several DPW vehicle purchases and a conditional license for a sober living residence. A hearing for a boarding house at 18 Willow Street was carried to December due to advertising non-compliance.

• Adopted Ordinance 22-2022 requiring landlords to annually identify rent-controlled units (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-2022 amending Tax Collector salary ranges for 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved $122,229 purchase of Mason Dump Truck with plow (5-0)
• Approved $157,773 purchase of Switch and Go Truck with attachments (5-0)
• Approved $27,024.15 purchase of two Bobcat mowers (5-0)
• Approved conditional license for Phoenix Recovery, LLC at 11 Park Avenue subject to $10,000 bond and background check (5-0)
• Approved shared service agreements with Shrewsbury Township for fire protection ($10,000) and recycling coordinator ($500) (5-0)
• Tabled boarding house hearing for 18 Willow Street until December 7

Mayor & Council

The Borough Council will discuss a new ordinance regarding annual notifications for rent-controlled units. The meeting also includes several routine consent agenda resolutions and a recognition of service for Kenneth Brand.

• Ordinance 22-2022: Amending Chapter 256 (Rent Control) regarding annual notification of rent controlled units
• Resolution 229-2022: Contract with Monmouth County SPCA for Animal Control Services ($18,000 per year)
• Resolution 231-2022: Purchase of Police uniforms through State Contract ($23,000)
• Proclamation: Recognition of Service and Retirement of Kenneth Brand
• Fire Department: Acts of Heroism Awards

The Council introduced two ordinances regarding annual rent control reporting for landlords and adjustments to the Tax Collector's salary. They also approved several service contracts, including animal control and police uniforms, and appointed Dena Amodea as Tax Collector.

• Introduced Ordinance 22-2022 requiring landlords to annually notify the Housing Officer of rent-controlled units (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 23-2022 to amend the Tax Collector's salary range for 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved $18,000 annual contract with Monmouth County SPCA for animal control (5-0)
• Approved $23,000 purchase of Police Class A and SLEO II uniforms (5-0)
• Appointed Dena Amodea as Tax Collector effective October 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved shared services agreement with Eatontown Sewerage Authority for Vaccon Truck rental (5-0)
• Approved $640.93 reimbursement for Adobe Creative Software (5-0)
• Approved bills, claims, and bi-weekly payroll (5-0)

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved four applications for residential variances involving driveway expansions and home additions. The board also memorialized the minutes from September 12, 2022, and three previous resolutions.

• Approved driveway expansion for 37 Rutland Place (6-0)
• Approved two-story addition and driveway variance for 109 Grant Avenue (6-0)
• Approved second story addition and front porch for 57 Villa Place (6-0)
• Approved variances for driveway and impervious coverage at 168 South St. (5-0)
• Memorialized September 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Memorialized resolutions ZB 2022-14 (21 Pearce Ave) and ZB 2022-13 (231 Wyckoff Road) (4-0-4)
• Memorialized resolution ZB 2022-09 (9 Valley Forge Rd) (3-0-5)

Mayor & Council

The Borough Council will discuss a high school referendum and various park matters during the workshop. The regular meeting includes a vote on an ordinance prohibiting off-site solid waste disposal at parks, playgrounds, and parking lots.

• Ordinance 21-2022: Prohibiting off-site solid waste disposal at parks, playgrounds, and parking lots
• Resolution 227-2022: Bond sale not to exceed $7,904,276 via the Governmental Pooled Loan Program
• Resolution 224-2022: Shared service with Tinton Falls for a street sweeper
• Monmouth Regional High School Referendum discussion
• Husky Brook Park discussion

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will consider ordinances regarding the issuance of certificates and permits in the Historic District and insurance registration for businesses and rental properties. The body will also introduce a ban on disposing of residential refuse at parks and playgrounds.

• Ordinance 19-2022: Updates review procedures and permits for the Historic District
• Ordinance 20-2022: Insurance registration for businesses, rental units, and multi-family homes
• Ordinance 21-2022: Prohibits residential refuse disposal at parks, playgrounds, and parking lots
• Resolution 215-2022: Purchase of 2023 Ford Edge SE for Construction Dept ($35,445)
• Resolution 219-2022: Purchase of shared Borough storage building for Police Dept ($35,841)

Mayor & Council

The Borough Council is considering an ordinance requiring patient care facilities to provide private ambulance services for non-emergency care. The meeting also includes a presentation on a cannabis application and a public hearing regarding playground structures at Gurbisz Park.

• Ordinance 18-2022: Requires patient care facilities to have private ambulance services or pay a $750 dispatch fee
• Public Hearing: Monmouth County Municipal Open Space Grant Program for Gurbisz Park playground
• Presentation: Cannabis application for Denver Cole Farms
• Ordinance 19-2022: Amending Historic District certificate and permit procedures
• Ordinance 20-2022: Regarding insurance registration for business and rental properties

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are meeting to decide on the adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code and new rules regarding the obstruction of fire hydrants. The body will also consider a water main easement for New Jersey-American Water Company, Inc. and hear cannabis applications from HarvestWorks Farm and Cana-Bosem, LLC.

• Ordinance 16-2022: Adopting the International Property Maintenance Code
• Ordinance 15-2022: Creating a new section prohibiting the obstruction of fire hydrants
• Ordinance 17-2022: Conveying temporary and perpetual easements to New Jersey-American Water Company, Inc. (Block 401, Lots 10, 11, 129, 130)
• Presentations from cannabis applicants HarvestWorks Farm and Cana-Bosem, LLC
• Resolution 197-2022: Engineering services for Ind. Way West Roadway Improvements Phase 3

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a special meeting via Zoom. The primary agenda item is a second public presentation by the Monmouth Mall developer.

• Monmouth Mall – Developer’s Second Public Presentation

Mayor & Council

The Borough of Eatontown will hold a workshop and regular meeting to address several local matters. The agenda includes contract negotiations regarding Monmouth Mall, updates on state funding for Wampum, and the introduction of three new ordinances.

• Closed session discussion regarding Monmouth Mall contract negotiations
• Ordinance 15-2022: Amending Chapter 158 regarding obstruction of fire hydrants
• Ordinance 16-2022: Adopting the International Property Maintenance Code into Chapter 250
• Ordinance 17-2022: Authorizing a temporary and perpetual easement for New Jersey American Water Company, Inc.
• Resolution 180-2022: Grant from NJ Department of Community Affairs for Eatontown Therapeutic Recreation

Mayor & Council

The Borough Council is considering a bond ordinance to fund various general capital improvements including roadways, machinery, and public buildings. The meeting also includes a workshop regarding the Monmouth Mall Redevelopment, though that presentation has been postponed.

• Ordinance 14-2022: $2,747,100 for capital improvements including roadways, machinery, and public buildings
• Resolution 172-2022: Purchase of a Chevy Tahoe for $44,289.99
• Resolution 174-2022: Purchase of police vehicle equipment for $43,055.26
• Resolution 175-2022: Purchase of police vehicle equipment for $21,294.23
• Closed Session discussion regarding potential litigation involving police off-duty contracts and cannabis

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are meeting to adopt new floodplain management regulations and introduce a bond ordinance for capital improvements. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding redevelopment plans and property agreements.

• Ordinance 14-2022: Bond for 2022 General Capital Improvements appropriating $2,747,100
• Ordinance 11-2022: Adoption of new Floodplain Management Regulations (Chapter 169)
• Resolution 157-2022: Amendment No. 19 to the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Reuse and Redevelopment Plan
• Resolution 163-2022: Developer’s Agreement with Monmouth Mall, LLC
• Resolution 158-2022: Access Agreement for property at 15 Lewis Street

Mayor & Council

The Borough Council will meet for a workshop and regular meeting to discuss the Monmouth Mall redevelopment. The agenda includes public hearings for ordinances regarding floodplain management, short-term rentals, and park parking rules.

• Ordinance 11-2022: Floodplain Management Regulations
• Ordinance 12-2022: Short Term Rental regulations
• Ordinance 13-2022: Park hours and overnight parking penalties
• Resolution 143-2022: Police off-duty management services contract
• Resolution 149-2022: Cannabis operation support at 265 Ind. Way West

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are meeting to adopt the 2022 budget and a budget amendment. The body is also considering new regulations for short-term rentals and flood mitigation management. Additionally, the council will vote on updating application fees.

• Adoption of 2022 Budget (Resolution 139-2022)
• Ordinance 10-2022 to amend Chapter 89 application fees
• Introduction of Ordinance 12-2022 to regulate short-term rentals
• Introduction of Ordinance 11-2022 regarding flood mitigation management
• Introduction of Ordinance 13-2022 regarding parks and overnight parking

Mayor & Council

The Council is reviewing several developer agreements and proposed amendments to municipal chapter fees. The agenda also includes various consent resolutions regarding municipal property, licensing, and park dedication.

• Amendment of Chapter 150 recreation fees
• Amendment of Chapter 78 false alarm penalties
• Amendment of Chapter 89 application fees
• Developer agreement for 80 Corbett Way LLC (Block 3601, Lot 12)
• Developer agreement for Eatontown Parker Road Developers (Block 3001, Lot 6)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are conducting a budget hearing and reviewing the 2022 introduced budget. The body is also considering ordinances to amend recreation fees and false alarm penalties.

• Budget hearing and reading of the 2022 budget by title
• Ordinance 08-2022 to amend Chapter 150 recreation fees
• Ordinance 09-2022 to amend Chapter 78 false alarm penalties
• Resolution 118-2022 for shared recycling coordinator services with Shrewsbury Twp
• Resolution 119-2022 adopting the Green Grounds and Maintenance Policy

Mayor & Council

The Council is scheduled to conduct a public hearing regarding electric vehicle supply service equipment. The agenda includes several resolutions covering shared services, playground equipment purchases, and emergency appropriations.

• Public hearing for Electric Vehicle Supply Service Equipment ordinance
• Shared service agreement for forestry bucket truck with Tinton Falls
• Purchase of playground equipment for 80 Acres
• Emergency temporary appropriations
• Release of escrow for Galaxy Toyota

Mayor & Council

The Council is considering an ordinance regarding electric vehicle supply service equipment. The agenda also includes several resolutions for construction awards, equipment purchases, and budget adjustments.

• Ordinance introduction for electric vehicle supply service equipment
• Award of Downtown Greenway Phase I to Vulcan Construction
• Building demolition at Nicodemus Park parcel by Lurch Demolition
• Acceptance of grant agreement terms for Nicodemus Splash Pad
• Purchase of three Chevy Tahoe vehicles through state contract

Mayor & Council

The Eatontown Mayor and Council will meet to discuss several municipal matters. Items include a retail cannabis facility, property tax refunds, and fire department business.

• Class 5 retail cannabis facility operation
• Cancellation of grant fund appropriation and revenue
• LOSAP Fire Dept. matter
• Refunds of overpaid property taxes
• Appointments to various boards and committees

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing to adopt an ordinance requiring native plants and trees in land use and design standards. The body will also consider resolutions regarding a retail cannabis facility and various administrative appointments.

• Ordinance 05-2022: Requiring native plants and trees in landscaping, buffering, and screening
• Resolution 81-2022: Supporting a Class 5 Retail Cannabis Facility operated by CSDE Manufacturing, LLC at 49 NJ-36
• Resolution 80-2022: Engineering services for dam inspection and reporting at Wampum Park by ARH Associates
• Resolution 77-2022: Amending wording for an Equal Justice Initiative Marker at Mingo Jack Memorial in Wampum Memorial Park
• Resolution 69-2022: Grant submission for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse for Fiscal Year 2023

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will meet via Zoom to discuss short term rentals, cannabis zoning, and diversity initiatives. The meeting includes votes on several ordinances regarding parking, park hours, and the acquisition of the Nicodemus Park parcel.

• Ordinance 04-2022: Acquisition of the Nicodemus Park Parcel via Fort Monmouth Revitalization Authority
• Ordinance 01-2022: Removal of overnight parking limitations during weekend hours
• Ordinance 02-2022: Disallowing parking during hours parks are not open to the public
• Resolution 57-2022: Purchase of three Dodge Durangos for the Police Department ($110,988)
• Ordinance 05-2022: Requirement for native plants and trees in land use applications

Mayor & Council

The Borough Council will meet via Zoom to discuss zoning, municipal space, and Ft. Monmouth Lake. The meeting includes the introduction of several ordinances regarding weekend parking, park hours, and property acquisition.

• Ordinance 01-2022: Amending code to remove overnight parking limitations during weekend hours
• Ordinance 02-2022: Amending code to disallow parking during hours parks are not open
• Ordinance 04-2022: Authorizing acquisition of the Nicodemus Park Parcel via Fort Monmouth Revitalization Authority
• Resolution 52-2022: Designating Kushner Company as conditional redeveloper for Monmouth Mall
• Resolution 53-2022: Supporting Eatontown Lions Club request to expand all-inclusive playground in 80 Acres Park

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a workshop to discuss ordinances regarding overnight parking, park parking, and commercial planting. The regular meeting includes several consent agenda resolutions covering property tax exemptions, professional service contracts, and computer upgrades.

• Overnight Parking Ordinance discussion
• Park Parking Ordinance discussion
• Commercial Planting Ordinance discussion
• Resolution 40-2022: Purchase of computer upgrades from Targeted Technologies, LLC ($42,313)
• Resolution 39-2022: Developer’s Agreement for DCH Investments (Blk 2902, Lots 5.02 & 5.03)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are reviewing authorizations for legal settlements and professional services. The body is also considering support for a specific retail cannabis facility.

• Participation in nationwide opioid crisis settlement agreements
• Support for Garden State Dispensary (Class 5 retail cannabis facility)
• Professional services agreement with Korpacz for appraisal services
• Sale of police department property through online auction
• Temporary budget for debt service

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are meeting to swear in councilmembers and appoint borough professionals, committee liaisons, and board members. The body is also deciding on the 2022 temporary budget and the annual meeting schedule.

• Confirmation of Borough Attorney and Council President
• Appointments to Planning and Zoning Boards
• Adoption of the 2022 Temporary Budget
• Contract for Added Assessment Inspection and Valuation Services (Barbieri)
• Appointment of Qualified Purchasing Agent and Public Agency Compliance Officer