Hamilton public meetings in 2025

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will consider the auditor's report, reappointments of judges and officials, and a series of contract authorizations. Key decisions include a fire department purchase of a new Pierce fire apparatus not to exceed $1,109,186.91, and multiple shared‑services and infrastructure contracts. The meeting also includes resolutions on tax refunds, budget transfers, and an amendment to the municipal salary ordinance.

• CA19 – Purchase of one new Pierce fire apparatus (max $1,109,186.91)
• CA20 – Five‑year evidence redaction software license with Axon Enterprises (max $87,538.89)
• CA21 – Roof vent installation at HomeDell School with Multi‑Temp Mechanical (amount $32,492.00)
• CA22 – Purchase of two sodium hydroxide storage tanks from Coastal Technical Sales (max $58,337.28)
• CA25 – Professional engineering design services for Kuser Road and Klockner Road intersection ($98,500.00 max)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Planning Board will adopt minutes from its August 14, 2025 meeting and hold a public hearing starting at 6:00 p.m. The board will review a new business application from CGN Investments, LLC to construct a 4,316 sq ft warehouse on Bacon Avenue and request a variance from the rear‑yard setback. The board must act on the application by March 10, 2026.

• Adopt minutes from Planning Board Meeting August 14, 2025
• Public hearing scheduled to start at 6:00 p.m.
• Review Application No. 24‑11‑036 from CGN Investments, LLC for a 4,316 sq ft warehouse
• Request for preliminary and final site plan and variance relief from rear‑yard setback
• Location: Bacon Avenue; Map 174; Section 2132l Lot 16.03; Zone GC

The Board adopted the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. A new business application (No. 24-11-036) for a 4,316 sq ft warehouse on Bacon Avenue was presented, including a request for a rear‑yard setback variance. After testimony and discussion, the application was unanimously approved.

• Adopted August 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved warehouse application 24-11-036 with rear‑yard setback variance (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will approve the November meeting minutes and discuss several ongoing projects, including pollinator initiatives and the Climate Action Plan. Members will also review the township's 2026 budget. No land‑use applications are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the November meeting
• Pollinator initiatives presented by the Green Team
• Review of the Climate Action Plan
• Discussion of the 2026 budget
• Land Use Applications: none at this time

The commission approved the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting. It decided to hold off on a turf‑related ordinance resolution. Unanimous motions were passed to forward resolutions on reducing food waste and on plastic packaging to the township council. The 2026 meeting dates were also approved.

• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Held off on turf ordinance resolution (no vote recorded)
• Unanimously approved motion to propose food‑waste reduction resolution to council (Ann Wolf motion, seconded by Andrew Garcia, none opposed)
• Unanimously approved motion to propose plastic‑packaging resolution to council (Cathy Wagner motion, seconded by Nicolina Contardo, none opposed)
• Approved 2026 Environmental Commission meeting dates
• Submitted 2026 budget to administration (no comments recorded)
• Decided to update, not redo, the 2009 Climate Action Plan (group effort recommended)
• Tasked Ann with gathering questions for the February 11, 2026 meeting with Mercer County Mosquito Commission

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear a resolution of memorialization for a commercial application by Raising Cane's Restaurants, LLC (Application 24-03-008). The board will also review a homeowner variance request (Application 24-06-023) to legalize a non‑conforming use and approve a 32’x34’ attached garage at 131 Edgebrook Road, including a side‑yard setback variance. Minutes from the July 8 and August 12, 2025 meetings will be adopted.

• Resolution of memorialization for Raising Cane's Restaurants, LLC (Application 24-03-008), commercial use
• Homeowner variance request (Application 24-06-023) at 131 Edgebrook Road for non‑conforming use and 32’x34’ attached garage, side‑yard setback relief
• Adoption of minutes from Zoning Board meetings on July 8, 2025 and August 12, 2025

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on a consent agenda featuring several infrastructure contracts and budget adjustments. The meeting includes public hearings for ordinances regarding tree removal and commercial filming permits.

• Contract for roof removal and replacement at the Division of Police with VMG Group not to exceed $1,471,718.10
• Insertion of $487,584.00 in state grant funds for Kuser Road
• Purchase of a 2025 Ventrac 45RC tractor for Department of Public Works not to exceed $91,465.40
• Public hearing for Ordinance 25-025 regarding tree removal and replacement regulations
• Contract for environmental litigation attorney Maraziti Falcon, LLP up to $20,000.00

The Hamilton Township Council approved the Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA17, which included contracts for a tractor purchase, roof replacement, solar‑panel installation, and tax refunds. The Council also adopted Ordinance 25‑025 establishing a permit and fee system for tree removal, and Ordinance 25‑026 allowing commercial filming permits. All votes were unanimous (5‑0).

• Approved Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA17 (including multiple contracts) (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑025 tree‑removal permit and fee ordinance (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑026 commercial filming and photography permit ordinance (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑487 photovoltaic system power purchase agreement (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑486 roof removal and replacement contract (up to $1,471,718.10) (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑480 purchase of one 2025 Ventrac tractor ($91,465.40) (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑485 refund of 2025 real‑estate tax overpayments ($53,057.30) (5‑0)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss a tree ordinance and the Tree Trust Budget. Members will also coordinate a planting of 250 trees next year to celebrate the country's 250th anniversary. The meeting includes introductions for a prospective member and a new secretary.

• Tree Ordinance discussion
• Tree Trust Budget review
• S Broad Street project
• Plan to plant 250 trees next year
• Introduction of prospective member Brian Boyer and Secretary Sara Pavic

The commission introduced Sara Pavic as the new secretary, effective Jan 1 2026, and welcomed prospective member Brian Boyer. Members discussed collaborating on planting 250 trees to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary, including possible coordination with Ewing Township’s environmental commission. No formal approvals or votes were recorded.

• Introduced new STC Secretary Sara Pavic (effective Jan 1 2026)
• Met prospective STC member Brian Boyer
• Discussed planting 250 trees for the 250th anniversary
• Planned outreach to Ewing Township’s Environmental Commission for collaboration

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss an ordinance amending tree removal and replacement regulations. The board will also vote on resolutions for business applications and updates to the Township Master Plan.

• Ordinance 25-025 regarding Tree Removal and Replacement (§550-117)
• Updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory (ERI) and Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP)
• Application No. 21-09-036B: 1531 & 1651 Klockner Road
• Application No. 25-08-025: Ross Restaurant Group, LLC DBA Burger King
• Application No. 25-08-026: Ross Restaurant Group, LLC DBA Burger King

The Hamilton Township Planning Board approved three business applications—21-09-036B for 1531 & 1651 Klockner Road and 25-08-025 and 25-08-026 for Ross Restaurant Group, LLC DBA Burger King—by unanimous vote. The board also adopted updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory and the Open Space and Recreation Plan as part of the Master Plan, and approved an ordinance amending tree removal and replacement regulations, all unanimously.

• Approved Application No. 21-09-036B (1531 & 1651 Klockner Road) unanimously
• Approved Application No. 25-08-025 (Ross Restaurant Group, LLC DBA Burger King) unanimously
• Approved Application No. 25-08-026 (Ross Restaurant Group, LLC DBA Burger King) unanimously
• Adopted updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory (ERI) unanimously
• Adopted updates to the Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP) unanimously
• Approved ordinance amending Tree Removal and Replacement regulations unanimously

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will convene to approve minutes, review the Climate Action Plan, and set dates for the 2026 annual report and budget. The body will also discuss pollinator initiatives and a holiday party.

• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Review of Climate Action Plan
• Discussion of 2026 EAC meeting dates
• Discussion of 2026 budget
• Discussion of 2025 Annual Report

The commission approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting after a motion by Ann Wolf and a second by Claudia Shaughnessy. The commission also approved the scheduled dates for its 2026 meetings. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (motion by Ann Wolf, seconded by Claudia Shaughnessy)
• Approved 2026 EAC meeting dates

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will vote on a series of resolutions and consent agenda items, including cannabis licensing, budget transfers, and grant allocations. Key items include a $1,000,000 fire apparatus grant, sewer budget transfers, and amendments to parking regulations. The meeting also covers ordinance amendments for handicapped parking and other contract approvals.

• Resolution 25-441 – authorizes a one‑year Class 1 cannabis cultivator license to Herb‑A‑More, LLC.
• Resolution 25-442 – approves renewal of the Class 2 manufacturer’s license for Sun Extractions, Inc. through 2026.
• CA8 – authorizes a $1,000,000 grant from the NJ Department of Community Affairs for the Hamilton Township Fire Division fire apparatus acquisition.
• CA30 – authorizes transfers of $360,000 within the 2025 sewer budget accounts.
• Ordinance 25-023 – establishes new handicapped parking spaces at seven specified addresses.

The council voted to reject all bids and abandon the Veterans Park flag pole replacement project. It also removed a previously approved resolution (25‑450) from the agenda. The council approved a one‑year Class 1 cannabis cultivator license for Herb‑A‑More, LLC and renewed the Class 2 manufacturer license for Sun Extractions, Inc. Several budget transfers, grant authorizations, and a parking ordinance amendment were also approved.

• Rejected all bids and abandoned the Veterans Park flag pole replacement project (CA19) – approved by Yea vote
• Removed Resolution 25‑450 from the agenda – motion passed, Yea votes: Carabelli, Phillips, Tighe
• Approved one‑year Class 1 cannabis cultivator license for Herb‑A‑More, LLC (Resolution 25‑441) – 3 yeas, 1 abstention (President Tighe)
• Approved renewal of Class 2 manufacturer license for Sun Extractions, Inc. (Resolution 25‑442) – 3 yeas, 1 abstention (President Tighe)
• Authorized $316,000 municipal budget transfer for 2025 (CA1) – approved by Yea vote
• Authorized execution of a $7,000 Drive Sober grant (CA2) – approved by Yea vote
• Inserted a $23,006 special revenue item for municipal court alcohol education fund (CA6) – approved by Yea vote
• Adopted amendments adding new handicapped parking spaces (Ordinance 25‑023) – Yea votes: Carabelli, Phillips, Papero, Tighe

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider several applications. It will adopt minutes from the July 8 and August 12, 2025 meetings and resolve two commercial applications (25-05-017 and 25-05-018). A homeowner will request a use variance for a sports court at 6 Creamery Road. The board will also review a new commercial self‑storage project at 947 Kuser Road that seeks variances and site‑plan approvals.

• Adopt minutes from Zoning Board meetings on July 8, 2025 and August 12, 2025
• Resolve Application No. 25-05-017 (commercial) by Flagship New Jersey Propco LLC
• Resolve Application No. 25-05-018 (commercial) by JRM Construction
• Homeowner variance request for a 60’x34’ sports court at 6 Creamery Road
• New commercial self‑storage application (34,125 sq ft + 68,250 sq ft) at 947 Kuser Road with variance requests

Shade Tree Commission

The Hamilton Township Shade Tree Commission will discuss several items, including the existing tree ordinance and the Tree Trust budget. It will consider a request related to S Broad Street and evaluate new tree planting requests. The commission will also address membership succession plans and review a grant opportunity from the NJLM Natural Climate Solutions program, as well as the upcoming NJ Shade Tree Federation 100th Annual Conference.

• Tree Ordinance
• Tree Trust Budget
• S Broad Street request
• New Tree Requests
• NJLM Natural Climate Solutions Grant

The commission reported on the Tree Ordinance first reading, a pending budget for the Tree Trust, and plans for S Broad Street that await budget approval. It noted that no new tree requests were received, the NJLM Natural Climate Solutions Grant is on hold, and members attended the NJ Shade Tree Federation conference to explore future grants. No motions were adopted or denied during this meeting.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The regular meeting of the Hamilton Township Zoning Board scheduled for October 28, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss proposed updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory and the Open Space and Recreation Plan. The board will also hear applications regarding site plans and sign standard waivers for local businesses.

• Proposed updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory (ERI) and Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP)
• Application 21-09-036B: Revised site plan and minor subdivision at 1555 Klockner Rd
• Application 25-08-025: Waiver of sign standards for Ross Restaurant Group, LLC at 3160 Quakerbridge Road
• Application 25-08-026: Waiver of sign standards for Ross Restaurant Group, LLC at 2700 S. Broad Street
• Resolutions of memorialization for applications 25-07-022 (JRM Construction) and 25-07-023 (Kulture Hamilton LLC)

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously approved several business applications, including a revised site plan for a financial subdivision on Klockner Road and two sign‑waiver requests for Ross Restaurant Group locations. The board also unanimously adopted updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory and the Open Space and Recreation Plan as part of the Master Plan. Earlier agenda items, such as two memorialization business applications and the meeting minutes from June 26, 2025, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Application No. 25-07-022 (JRM Construction) – unanimous
• Approved Application No. 25-07-023 (3690 QB LLC / Kulture Hamilton LLC) – unanimous
• Adopted updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory and Open Space and Recreation Plan – unanimous
• Approved Application No. 21-09-036B (1531 & 1651 Klockner Rd LLC) – unanimous (motion Kasabach, second Abbott)
• Approved Application No. 25-08-025 (Ross Restaurant Group, LLC – sign waiver at 3160 Quakerbridge Road) – unanimous (motion Pattik, second Wilson)
• Approved Application No. 25-08-026 (Ross Restaurant Group, LLC – sign waiver at 2700 S. Broad Street) – unanimous (motion Pattik, second Wilson)
• Approved adoption of minutes from June 26, 2025 meeting – unanimous

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will consider a consent agenda that includes several contract approvals and amendments. Items include a $124,800 professional services agreement for municipal prosecutor services, a $114,830 water‑pollution control grating replacement contract, and a $40,000 increase for an animal shelter medical‑care contract. The council will also adopt a fiscal sustainability plan for the water‑pollution project and address refunds of tax overpayments. Additionally, three ordinances modifying handicapped parking spaces and filming permit fees will be introduced.

• CA1 – Resolution authorizing a second amendment to professional services agreements for municipal prosecutors (total shared maximum $124,800.00)
• CA8 – Contract for the RBC Grating Replacement Project with Brayco, Inc. ($114,830.00)
• CA9 – Increase of $40,000.00 for the alternate award contract with Princeton Animal Hospital (total not to exceed $105,000.00)
• CA13 – Refund of 2025 real estate and sewer tax overpayments ($9,147.22)
• ORD1 – Ordinance repealing several handicapped parking spaces at specific addresses

The council approved the consent agenda items, which contain a $114,830 contract with Brayco for the RBC grating replacement project. Several ordinances were introduced on first reading, covering handicapped parking, municipal clerk fees, and tree‑removal regulations. The council also referred a tree‑removal code amendment to the Planning Board for further review.

• Approved amendment to September 16, 2025 executive session minutes (5-0)
• Approved receipt of documentation to amend Alcoholic Beverage License for El Toro del Fuego (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA8 and CA10‑CA13, including a $114,830 contract with Brayco for RBC grating replacement (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 25‑022 amending handicapped parking (first reading) (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 25‑023 establishing new handicapped parking spaces (first reading) (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 25‑024 amending municipal clerk fees (first reading) (4-1 abstention)
• Introduced Ordinance 25‑025 amending tree‑removal and replacement regulations (first reading) (5-0)
• Referred proposed tree‑removal code amendment to the Planning Board (4-1)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to review several applications. The board is considering a proposal for a new Raising Cane’s restaurant and the memorialization of five previous applications.

• Proposed 3,326sqft Raising Cane’s Restaurant at 955 State Hwy 33
• Memorialization of Commercial Application No. 25-05-017 (Flagship New Jersey Propco LLC)
• Memorialization of Commercial Application No. 25-05-018 (JRM Construction)
• Memorialization of Commercial Application No. 25-07-021 (Hilton Management/ParkWinMer SC, LLC)
• Memorialization of Residential Applications No. 25-08-028 and 25-08-029

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will hold a public meeting to consider several agenda items, including a statement of appreciation, a meeting with the mayor, updates from the Green Team on pollinator projects, and the appointment of a new Watershed Ambassador for WMA 20. The commission will also review old business such as promotional ideas for an upcoming water‑conservation event and final preparations for Oktoberfest, and will receive land‑use applications.

• Pollinator initiatives for the meadow across from the call center, including public access and benches
• Monthly work schedule presentation by the Green Team
• Nomination for the ANJEC Environmental Awards for the same meadow
• Final Oktoberfest preparations: rain barrel presentation, mosquito dunks, and pumpkins from Wing Haven
• Appointment of a new Watershed Ambassador for WMA 20

The commission approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Haig Kasabach and a second by Claudia Shaughnessy. Members prepared a signed statement of appreciation for John Balletto and will mail it with the council proclamation. The commission decided to staff a table at Octoberfest focusing on rain barrels and mosquito dunks, and to provide an ANJEC game. Felicity Cruz was appointed the new Watershed Ambassador for WMA20.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (motion by Haig Kasabach, second by Claudia Shaughnessy)
• Prepared and will mail statement of appreciation for John Balletto
• EAC will have a table at Octoberfest
• Octoberfest table will focus on rain barrels
• Octoberfest table will include mosquito dunks material
• Octoberfest table will feature an ANJEC game
• Appointed Felicity Cruz as new Watershed Ambassador for WMA20

Town Council

The Town Council will consider a labor agreement with the Communications Workers of America Local 1042 and the insertion of over $644,000 in grant revenue into the 2025 municipal budget. The body will also review several contracts for municipal services and infrastructure repairs.

• Labor agreement with Communications Workers of America Local 1042 (Jan 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2028)
• Insertion of $603,600.00 CDBG fund and $40,811.00 GCSUD grant into the CY2025 budget
• Contract with Carbon Activated Corporation for pumping station carbon filters not to exceed $57,578.00
• Insurance policy change for Police and Fire divisions with an annual premium of $10,382.00
• Release of performance guarantees for 2780 Kuser Road and performance bonds for 3100 Pond Run Terrace

The council adopted the consent agenda, approving multiple resolutions including a $603,600 community development block grant revenue item, a $40,811 grant from the State Substance Use Disorder Council, and a $10,382 annual police and fire insurance policy. All consent agenda items were approved by a vote of 4‑0. No other substantive motions were taken.

• Approved insertion of $603,600 CDBG revenue in CY2025 budget (4‑0)
• Approved insertion of $40,811 state substance‑use disorder grant revenue (4‑0)
• Authorized labor agreement with Communications Workers Local 1042 (4‑0)
• Authorized change to police and fire insurance policy ($10,382 annual premium) (4‑0)
• Approved amendment adding vendor Hoffman Services to ESCNJ co‑op (4‑0)
• Approved three‑year $383,000 contract with Catholic Youth Organization for Bromley Center (4‑0)
• Approved final change order decreasing HomeDell School contract by $5,858.70 (4‑0)
• Rejected 2026 grant‑writing services RFP proposal (4‑0)

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse will meet via MS Teams to address board vacancies and programmatic updates. The body is scheduled to hold an election for a new chairperson.

• Election of new chair to fill vacancy
• Presentation by Andrew Templon of Hyacinth Foundation
• Discussion of programmatic updates
• Review of upcoming Oktoberfest event on 10/19

Planning Board

The Hamilton Planning Board will hold public hearings for three commercial applications. The board is reviewing requests for a lot subdivision, a site plan waiver for a dispensary, and a solar energy facility.

• Minor subdivision approval for 74 Taft Avenue (JRM Construction)
• Site plan waiver for a retail cannabis dispensary at 3690 Quakerbridge Road
• Preliminary and final site plan for a solar array at 208 Patterson Avenue

The Hamilton Township Planning Board approved the solar photovoltaic facility at 208 Patterson Avenue, a minor subdivision at 74 Taft Avenue, and a cannabis dispensary conversion at 3690 Quakerbridge Road. All three applications were approved unanimously after staff and public testimony. No public comments were received for any of the applications.

• Approved solar photovoltaic facility (Application 25-08-030) unanimously
• Approved minor subdivision creating two lots (Application 25-07-022) unanimously
• Approved cannabis dispensary conversion (Application 25-07-023) unanimously

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review old business including the Tree Ordinance and the Tree Trust Budget. The body will also discuss a grant for Natural Climate Solutions and membership succession plans.

• Tree Ordinance
• Tree Trust Budget
• S Broad Street
• NJLM Natural Climate Solutions Grant
• NJ Shade Tree Federation 100th Annual Conference

The Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for September 23, 2025 was canceled after hours due to a last‑minute schedule change. No agenda items were considered, and no decisions were made.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider three pending applications (one commercial and two residential) for resolution. It will also review two new commercial applications: a variance for a 10,135‑sq ft Spotless Brands carwash at 1117 State Hwy 33, and a variance for a single‑family home at 11 Hempstead Road. The board must act on the carwash request by November 20, 2025 and on the home variance by December 24, 2025.

• Application No. 25-07-021 – commercial, Hilton Management/ParkWinMer SC, LLC (resolution)
• Application No. 25-08-028 – residential, Jason & Kristin Pascal (resolution)
• Application No. 25-08-029 – residential, Robert & Cherie Gehle (resolution)
• Application No. 25-05-017 – commercial carwash variance D(3) for 10,135 sq ft Spotless Brands at 1117 State Hwy 33
• Application No. 25-05-018 – commercial variance for single‑family home at 11 Hempstead Road

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will vote on a $1,581,581.75 contract to install and maintain video surveillance equipment with unlimited cloud storage for the police department. The meeting also includes a consent agenda of appointments, grant authorizations, and several other contracts and ordinances. Several resolutions will address grant funding, shared services agreements, and fee refunds.

• CA20 – $1,581,581.75 contract for five‑year video surveillance equipment and cloud storage for the Department of Public Safety, Division of Police
• CA19 – Up to $383,000 three‑year contract with the Catholic Youth Organization for operation of the Bromley Neighborhood Service Center
• CA25 – $76,350 contract to purchase a 2025 Bobcat D35S‑9 forklift for the Department of Water Pollution Control
• CA21 – $60,600 contract to purchase six roll‑off containers from Wastequip Manufacturing for the Department of Water Pollution Control
• CA24 – $179,000 contract to purchase a 2023 John Deere 344P loader for the Department of Water Pollution Control

The council adopted Ordinance 25-014 authorizing $250,000 for new computers, laptops and two police SUVs for the Department of Public Safety. They approved the full Consent Agenda (CA1‑CA33), which included several appointments and a range of contracts for services and equipment. Change orders that reduced the costs of the 2024 Erie Avenue roadway improvements and ADA curb‑cut projects were also approved. All votes were unanimous, with each of the five council members voting yea.

• Approved Ordinance 25-014 for $250,000 computers, laptops and two police SUVs (5-0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA33, including advisory commission appointments (5-0)
• Authorized three‑year contract with Catholic Youth Organization up to $383,000 (5-0)
• Authorized $1,581,581.75 contract for public‑safety video surveillance maintenance (5-0)
• Approved purchase of six roll‑off containers for $60,600 (5-0)
• Approved change order decreasing Erie Avenue roadway improvement contract by $101,430.63 (5-0)
• Approved change order decreasing ADA curb‑cut sidewalk contract by $30,253.00 (5-0)
• Authorized $40,811.00 shared‑services funding for Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (5-0)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board announced that its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers was cancelled. No agenda items or decisions were presented for this date.

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will review land use applications for a solar facility on Patterson Avenue and a convenience store on South Olden Avenue. The body will also discuss garden updates, the Green Team's work schedule, and the nomination of Wing Haven for an environmental award.

• Review of Solops Hamilton Solar Redevelopment application for a photovoltaic facility on Patterson Ave
• Review of Deluxe Realty LLC convenience store variance request on S. Olden Ave
• Nomination of Wing Haven for ANJEC Environmental Awards
• Discussion of Homegrown National Park's mosquito control education efforts
• Proclamation for Councilman John Balletto at the September 16 Council Meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting, with a motion by Claudia Shaughnessy and a second by Nicolina Contardo. No other formal actions or approvals were recorded; the commission discussed project updates and land‑use applications without adopting resolutions.

• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Claudia Shaughnessy, second by Nicolina Contardo)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider several residential and commercial variance applications. Items include a memorialization for Alex Sachoute, two homeowner addition and porch variance requests, and two held‑over commercial variances, one for a Raising Cane’s restaurant and another for a second‑floor apartment. The board must act on the residential applications by December 31, 2025, and on the commercial applications by the dates listed.

• Application 25-06-019: Memorialization for residential applicant Alex Sachoute
• Application 25-08-028: 14’x17’ residential addition variance at 148 Mapleshade Ave, Zone R-10
• Application 25-08-029: 4.3’x27’ porch variance at 6 Maguire Road, Zone R-7
• Application 24-03-008: 3,326 sq ft Raising Cane’s restaurant variance at 955 State Hwy 33, Zone HC
• Application 24-07-024: Second‑floor apartment variance at 1720 Greenwood Ave, Zone CC

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposal for 68 age-restricted affordable apartments. The board will also address resolutions of memorialization for two other applications.

• Proposal for 68 age-restricted affordable apartments at 3500 S. Broad Street
• Resolution of memorialization for Hamilton Senior Apartments (Application No. 25-06-020)
• Adoption of preliminary investigation report for 325 Sloan Avenue redevelopment plan

The Hamilton Township Planning Board approved Application No. 25-06-020 for the Church of Our Lady of Sorrows unanimously. It also unanimously approved the redevelopment plan for AMC at 325 Sloan Avenue. Finally, the board unanimously approved Application No. 25-08-027 for The Church of Saint Raphael‑Holy Angels to construct 68 age‑restricted affordable apartments at 3500 S. Broad Street.

• Approved Application No. 25-06-020 (Church of Our Lady of Sorrows) – unanimous
• Approved AMC redevelopment plan at 325 Sloan Avenue – unanimous
• Approved Application No. 25-08-027 (The Church of Saint Raphael‑Holy Angels) for 68 age‑restricted affordable apartments – unanimous

Shade Tree Commission

The commission reviewed old business items such as the pending tree ordinance, tree trust budget, and S Broad Street plans, noting that they remain subject to budget approval or further scheduling. New business included discussion of resident tree requests and a potential NJLM Natural Climate Solutions Grant, both pending further vetting. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Town Council

The Township Council will discuss various capital improvements, including a $3.5 million appropriation. The body is also reviewing several grant applications for fire equipment and infrastructure, as well as new parking regulations.

• Proposed $3.5 million for capital improvements and $3.325 million in general obligation bonds
• Proposed $250,000 for new computers and two police SUVs
• Grant requests for fire apparatus ($1,000,000) and water rescue dry suits ($14,088)
• Proposed $700,000 revenue for Kuser Road and Klockner Road intersection improvements
• Deed restriction for affordable housing at Village Green (1531-1555 Klockner Road)

The council recessed to meet as the Board of Health and later reconvened as the Township Council. It adopted a joint proclamation recognizing August 26 as Women's Equality Day. A resolution supporting the creation of a regional water authority was approved unanimously.

• Recessed council to convene as Board of Health (5-0)
• Adjourned Board of Health and reconvened as Township Council (5-0)
• Adopted joint proclamation recognizing August 26 as Women's Equality Day (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting formation of a regional water authority (5-0)
• Acknowledged receipt of documentation to amend ABC license for Greenwood Wine & Liquors (no vote)
• Acknowledged receipt of documentation to amend ABC license for Blend Bar and Bistro (no vote)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss a redevelopment plan and a new housing application. The board is reviewing a proposal for age-restricted affordable housing and a preliminary investigation report for a redevelopment site.

• Proposal for 50 age-restricted affordable apartment units at 3710 E. State Street
• Preliminary investigation report for redevelopment plan at 325 Sloan Avenue

The Board unanimously approved Application 25-06-020 to construct 50 age‑restricted affordable apartments at 3710 E. State Street. The motion was made by Joseph Abbott and seconded by Christopher Lockett. The Board also adopted the meeting minutes as written.

• Approved Application 25-06-020 for 50 senior affordable apartments (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting minutes as written (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will discuss stormwater management, pollinator initiatives, and the Watershed Ambassador Program. The body will also review three land use applications for residential and commercial developments.

• Application 25-06-020: 50 age-restricted affordable apartment units at 3710 E. State Street
• Application 25-07-023: Conversion of commercial structure to retail cannabis dispensary at 3690 Quakerbridge Road
• Application 25-07-022: Creation of two lots at 74 Taft Ave
• Discussion of pollinator initiatives and signage for the meadow across from the call center
• Review of Sustainable Jersey Silver Status and PSE&G Foundation grant flyers

The commission approved the June 11, 2025 minutes. Karl Vetter was appointed chairman effective July 2025. The Green Team voted to name the meadow across from the call center "Wing Haven" and will forward the name to the mayor for approval.

• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (motion by Claudia Shaughnessy, seconded by Clint Griggs)
• Appointed Karl Vetter as commission chairman (effective July 2025)
• Named meadow across from call center "Wing Haven" (to be presented to mayor)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board unanimously approved Sam Jacob’s residential memorialization (Application 25‑04‑010). It also unanimously approved Alex Sachoute’s request for a swimming‑pool standards waiver at 40 Berrel Avenue (Application 25‑06‑019). The board approved a variance for Park Win Mer SC, LLC to enclose a loading dock and add floor area at 324‑374 Route 33 (Application 25‑07‑021). Two commercial applications—Raising Cane’s Restaurant (24‑03‑008) and a second‑floor apartment for Sofaria Properties (24‑07‑024)—were carried over to September 9, 2025.

• Approved residential memorialization Application 25‑04‑010 (unanimous)
• Approved pool standards waiver for 40 Berrel Avenue (Application 25‑06‑019, unanimous)
• Approved variance to enclose loading dock at 324‑374 Route 33 (Application 25‑07‑021)
• Carried Raising Cane’s Restaurant variance application (24‑03‑008) to September 9, 2025
• Carried second‑floor apartment variance application (24‑07‑024) to September 9, 2025

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for July 22, 2025 was canceled after hours due to a last‑minute schedule change. No agenda items were considered, and no decisions were made.

Town Council

The council voted 3‑0 to adopt Resolution 25‑313, endorsing the township’s fourth‑round affordable housing plan that provides 520 units, including 50 senior units at Our Lady of Sorrows and at St. Raphael’s. They also adopted a joint proclamation honoring the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The consent agenda items CA1 through CA28, covering grant authorizations, fee waivers, and service agreements, were approved by a 3‑0 vote. Ordinance 25‑014 was tabled and the meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved Resolution 25‑313 endorsing affordable housing plan (3‑0)
• Adopted Joint Proclamation honoring 35th ADA anniversary (3‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA28 (including grant and fee resolutions) (3‑0)
• Tabled Ordinance 25‑014 (no vote recorded)
• Approved meeting minutes (3‑0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board adopted the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved residential Application No. 25-04-013 for David & Barbara Beym unanimously. The pending business application (No. 24-07-024) was carried forward to the regular meeting on August 12, 2025.

• Adopted June 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved residential Application No. 25-04-013 (unanimous)
• Carried Application No. 24-07-024 to Aug 12, 2025 meeting

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board approved two development applications—one residential (Mohammed & Lubna Surti) and one business (Divine Garden LLC) — both unanimously. The board also unanimously adopted the township’s fourth‑round affordable housing element and fair‑share plan, and approved the Our Lady of Sorrow redevelopment plan at 3816 E. State St. All approvals were recorded as unanimous votes.

• Approved Residential Application No. 25-04-012 (Mohammed & Lubna Surti) unanimously
• Approved Business Application No. 25-02-003 (Divine Garden LLC) unanimously
• Approved affordable housing element and fair‑share plan unanimously
• Approved Our Lady of Sorrow 3816 E. State St redevelopment plan unanimously

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission reported that Rob Poppert will contact Bianca Jerez about succession planning. Members may register for the NJ Shade Tree Federation 100th Annual Conference in October, but the commission will not submit a booster page. The Tree Ordinance remains under review pending a meeting with Public Works, and the Tree Trust Budget is still being finalized with no planting contract in place. Funding for S Broad Street remains contingent on budget approval.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The board adopted the June 10, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It approved a residential memorialization (Application 24-11-034) and a homeowner request for a front‑yard setback at 93 Tudor Dr (Application 25-04-010). It also approved a business request for two PFAS water‑treatment buildings at 1000 Whatley Rd (Application 25-04-013). All decisions were unanimous.

• Adopted June 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved residential memorialization Application 24-11-034 (unanimous)
• Approved homeowner application 25-04-010 for front yard setback at 93 Tudor Dr (unanimous)
• Approved business application 25-04-013 for two PFAS treatment buildings at 1000 Whatley Rd (unanimous)

Town Council

The council adopted the minutes from the April and May meetings. It approved an amendment to the capital budget that authorizes purchase of two police cars. It also approved a senior affordable‑housing project on St. Raphael Parish land and renewed several alcoholic‑beverage licenses. Numerous consent‑agenda items, including grant authorizations and water‑department contracts, were also approved.

• Approved amendment to capital budget authorizing purchase of two police cars (5-0)
• Approved senior affordable‑housing development on St. Raphael Parish land (5-0)
• Approved renewal of ABC liquor licenses with special conditions for July 1 2025‑June 30 2026 (5-0)
• Approved renewal of ABC liquor licenses for July 1 2025‑June 30 2026 (5-0)
• Approved transfer of inactive pocket ABC license to 2695 South Broad Street (5-0)
• Approved multiple consent‑agenda items including fund‑commissioner reappointment, grant authorizations and contracts totaling over $2 million (5-0)
• Approved water‑department contracts for ferric chloride purchase ($541,200 max) and prime pump ($62,390.11 max) (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 Mercer County Facilities Upgrade Grant revenue insertion (4-0, 1 abstain)

Planning Board

The board adopted the May 22, 2025 minutes and approved several pending applications. Approvals included residential extensions, code amendment resolutions, business projects, a homeowner driveway waiver with a barrier condition, and a cannabis cultivation facility. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Adopted minutes from May 22, 2025 (unanimously)
• Approved Extension of Approval – Revised for Application 23-11-034 (residential) (unanimously)
• Approved Resolution 25-262 referring proposed amendments to township code (unanimously)
• Approved Application 24-11-033 (residential) (unanimously)
• Approved Application 25-05-015 (business) (unanimously)
• Approved Application 25-05-016 (business) (unanimously)
• Approved Homeowner Application 25-04-012 for driveway waiver with barrier condition (unanimously)
• Approved Application 25-02-003 for cannabis cultivation facility (business) (unanimously)

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission approved the minutes from its May 14, 2025 meeting after a motion by Ann Wolf and a second by Karl Vetter. No other formal votes were taken; the agenda continued with reports, task assignments, and planning for upcoming events such as National Night Out. The commission also set the theme for National Night Out on August 5, 2025 to focus on the commission’s projects. All remaining items were informational or assigned for future work.

• May 14, 2025 minutes approved (motion by Ann Wolf, second by Karl Vetter)
• National Night Out (8/5/2025) theme set to "everything EAC"

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board adopted the May 13 minutes and approved four memorialization residential applications. It unanimously approved a 22’x24’ addition for David & Barbara Beym at 151 Elton Ave. The board carried forward Sam Jacob’s front‑yard setback request to June 24, 2025, and unanimously approved a motion to adjourn, amend, and return the Strachan variance application for later consideration.

• Adopted May 13 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization applications 25-04-011, 24-11-034, 24-11-035, 24-11-037 (unanimous)
• Approved 22’x24’ addition for David & Barbara Beym at 151 Elton Ave (unanimous)
• Carried forward Sam Jacob’s application 25-04-010 to June 24, 2025 (jurisdiction taken)
• Approved motion to adjourn, amend, and return Strachan variance application (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The commission reviewed the Nottingham High School sustainable grant submission, noting no further action was needed. Tree ordinance revisions remain under review, with Rob tasked to schedule a follow‑up discussion and update the replacement fee to $400. The Tree Trust budget is still being finalized, and funding for S Broad Street depends on budget approval. A succession‑plan discussion was set for next month.

• Rob provided requested information for Nottingham High School grant (no further action needed)
• Tree ordinance modifications continue under review; Rob to schedule follow‑up discussion
• Tree replacement fee estimate to be updated to $400
• Responsibility for payment processing to be confirmed by Rob
• Tree Trust budget being finalized; no decision made
• Funding for S Broad Street pending budget approval
• Succession‑plan discussion scheduled for next month

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved three applications unanimously: a cannabis cultivation warehouse waiver, a cannabis retail licensing waiver, and a PFAS water‑treatment building addition. It also approved two residential and redevelopment resolutions unanimously. One business application for a cannabis warehouse was carried over to the next meeting.

• Approved unanimously Application No 25-02-003 cannabis cultivation warehouse waiver
• Approved unanimously Application No 25-05-016 cannabis retail licensing waiver
• Approved unanimously Application No 25-05-015 pizza restaurant waiver and use confirmation
• Approved unanimously Application No 24-11-033 PFAS water‑treatment building addition
• Approved unanimously Extension of Approval – Revised for Application No 23-11-034 residential
• Approved unanimously resolution on township land‑use code amendments
• Approved unanimously Our Lady of Sorrow 3816 E. State St redevelopment report
• Carried to next Planning Board meeting Application No 25-02-003 warehouse site plan

Town Council

The council accepted agenda amendments and recessed to act as the Board of Health. It later adjourned as the Board of Health and reconvened as the Township Council, accepted communications, and approved the consent agenda items, including a resolution authorizing a shared‑services EMS dispatch agreement with Mercer County (up to $137,080). All motions passed with unanimous support from the five council members present.

• Accepted agenda amendments – unanimous (5 yea)
• Recessed as Township Council and convened as Board of Health – unanimous (5 yea)
• Adjourned as Board of Health and reconvened as Township Council – unanimous (5 yea)
• Accepted communications – unanimous (5 yea)
• Approved Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA29 – unanimous (5 yea)
• Authorized shared‑services EMS dispatch agreement with Mercer County (max $137,080) – unanimous (5 yea)

Environmental Commission

The commission reviewed agenda items including pollinator initiatives, green team scheduling, updates from the council liaison, community clean‑up, rain barrel event, and new business such as the Sustainable Jersey PSE&G grant ideas and printing for Swedish dishcloths. No approvals, votes, or formal actions were recorded in the minutes.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board approved the minutes from the April 8 Planning Board meeting and two memorialization applications unanimously. It also approved a homeowner accessory‑building variance and two Aqua New Jersey PFAS water‑treatment building applications, all unanimously. No decision was recorded for the Walmart pick‑up area application. All approvals were unanimous.

• Adopted April 8, 2025 Planning Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Application 24-01-004 (Gennaro Salzano) memorialization (unanimous)
• Approved Application 25-02-006 (Anthony & Denise Gutierrez) memorialization (unanimous)
• Approved Application 25-04-011 (Kevin Zimmer) accessory building variance (unanimous)
• Approved Application 24-11-034 (Aqua New Jersey) 1,968 sq ft PFAS treatment building (unanimous)
• Approved Application 24-11-035 (Aqua New Jersey) 320 sq ft PFAS treatment building (unanimous)
• No decision recorded for Application 24-11-037 (Court at Hamilton LLC/Walmart) pick‑up area

Town Council

The council approved the March 18 and April 1 meeting minutes and accepted the posted communications. It passed several resolutions, including support for Sweetspot Dispensary’s cannabis license application, the transfer of an inactive liquor license, and the adoption of the 2025 municipal budget. The consent agenda items CA1‑CA11 were approved, and two ordinances—one for affordable‑housing deed restrictions and another for a utility easement for Spark Car Wash—were introduced on first reading.

• Approved March 18 and April 1 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Accepted communications and agenda amendment (5‑0 each)
• Approved Resolution 25‑221 supporting Sweetspot dispensary application (4‑1, Tighe abstained)
• Approved Resolution 25‑222 authorizing transfer of inactive liquor license (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA11 (5‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance 25‑005 for deed‑restricted affordable housing (first reading, 5‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance 25‑006 for utility easement for Spark Car Wash (first reading, 5‑0)
• Adopted the 2025 municipal budget (Resolution 25‑235, 5‑0)

Shade Tree Commission

The commission provided tree recommendations for Nottingham High School’s Sustainable Grant submission. It completed the initial review of Arbor Day poster submissions, set award amounts for contest winners, and prepared planting materials for the Friday planting at Klockner Elementary. Discussions on the Tree Ordinance, Tree Trust Budget, and S Broad Street were postponed to next month.

• Provided tree recommendations for Nottingham High School grant submission
• Completed initial review of Arbor Day poster submissions
• Determined award amounts for Arbor Day contest winners
• Prepared planting materials and supplies for Friday planting at Klockner Elementary
• Postponed discussion of Tree Ordinance to next month
• Postponed discussion of Tree Trust Budget to next month
• Postponed discussion of S Broad Street to next month

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council approved an ordinance that raises the municipal budget appropriation limit to 3.5%. It also approved a second‑hand automobile dealer license for Jersey Auto Cars, LLC and adopted all items on the Consent Agenda, including a memorial stone donation, a housing‑rehabilitation consulting contract, a new fire‑department SUV, water‑department contract extensions, several fee refunds, and a redevelopment designation. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 25-004 to exceed budget limits to 3.5% (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-198 granting a second‑hand automobile dealer license to Shamil Albishr​y d/b/a Jersey Auto Cars, LLC at 1634 Nottingham Way (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda CA1 – donation of memorial stone from District 12 Little League umpires ($750) (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda CA2 – award of up to $1,309,000 to Isles, Inc. for affordable‑housing rehabilitation consulting (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda CA8 – purchase of one 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV for the fire division (up to $95,242) (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda CA10 – one‑year extension of underground‑infrastructure contract (up to $950,000) (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda CA20 – amendment to refund overpayments totaling $30,018.06 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda CA21 – designation of 386 East State Street as a non‑condemnation redevelopment area (5-0)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously extended the approval of Application No. 23-11-034 (residential) for 190 days. The Board also adopted the minutes from the March 20, 2025 meeting. Additionally, the Board recommended to the governing body that the site at Block 1666 Lot 80 be designated as a non‑condemnation redevelopment area.

• Extended approval of Application 23-11-034 (residential) for 190 days – unanimous
• Adopted minutes from March 20, 2025 meeting – unanimous
• Recommended to governing body that Block 1666 Lot 80 is a redevelopment area – recommendation

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board adopted the March 11, 2025 Planning Board minutes with a unanimous vote. It also approved the homeowner's request for variance relief from side and rear yard setbacks at 2144 Whatley Rd, also unanimously. Both actions were recorded as decisions of the April 8, 2025 meeting.

• Adopted March 11, 2025 Planning Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance relief for 2144 Whatley Rd residential property (unanimous)

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The alliance reported that a Fiscal 2025 grant had been approved and a letter of intent was sent to the council for funding. Each of the three Hamilton Township high schools (Steinert, Nottingham, and Hamilton High West) will receive $5,000 for Project Graduation and after‑prom programs. Police Officer Timothy Donovan was noted as the new School Resource Officer, replacing Officer Schuster. The chairperson position remains vacant and members were asked to submit self‑nominations.

• Grant for Fiscal 2025 approved (letter of intent sent to council)
• Allocated $5,000 to each of three high schools for after‑prom programs
• Police Officer Timothy Donovan appointed as SRO, replacing Officer Schuster

Town Council

The council approved the sale of $28,092,000 in general improvement bonds. It also authorized a one‑year permit for a cannabis testing laboratory and transferred an alcoholic beverage license. Joint proclamations recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month and Autism Awareness Month were adopted, and a donation of two American flags was accepted. An ordinance to exceed the municipal budget limit was introduced on first reading, and the 2025 municipal budget was presented for approval.

• Approved $28,092,000 bond sale (5 yea)
• Approved cannabis testing laboratory permit (4 yea, 1 abstain)
• Approved transfer of alcoholic beverage license (5 yea)
• Adopted joint proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention Month and Autism Awareness Month (5 yea)
• Accepted donation of two American flags (5 yea)
• Introduced ordinance to exceed budget limits on first reading (5 yea)
• Approved introduction of the 2025 municipal budget (5 yea)
• Accepted agenda amendments (5 yea)

Planning Board

The board adopted the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting. It then approved a business application (No. 25-01-002) and a residential application (No. 24-10-030) unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Adopted March 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Business application 25-01-002 – TEB of Hamilton LLC / JSNN Tulsi LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Residential application 24-10-030 – Gianni Polizzi (unanimous)