Hillsboro public meetings in 2021

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee held a regular meeting on December 20, 2021, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed beyond procedural items and a ceremonial annual photo.

• Annual photo of the Hillsborough Township Committee

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting with public hearings on three ordinances: selling Block 142.02, Lot 18 to Kehal Realty, LLC; amending the police department's appointment and promotion rules; and updating traffic schedules. The consent agenda includes resolutions on bond notes, contracts, and purchases, among other routine items.

• Ordinance 2021-23: Sale of Block 142.02, Lot 18 to Kehal Realty, LLC
• Ordinance 2021-24: Amends police department appointments and promotions (Chapter 92)
• Ordinance 2021-25: Amends vehicle and traffic schedules (Chapter 143)
• Resolution: Bond anticipation notes of $1,140,387.97 and $13,395,000.00
• Resolution: Contract with SwiftReach for emergency alert system (2022)

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is meeting in person on December 13, 2021, to review a minor subdivision application for 521 Hillsborough Road and discuss a response to a prior memo on a Sycamore Lane property. The agenda also includes consideration of minutes from previous meetings and other routine business.

• ZP Builders, LLC – File 21-PB-18-SV – 521 Hillsborough Road – minor subdivision into two lots, 'c' bulk variance
• Salvatore and Bernice Romano – File BA-21-16 – 3 Sycamore Lane – response to Environmental Commission Memo dated 11-16-21
• Consideration of minutes from September 13, October 25, and November 15, 2021 meetings

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee's December 13, 2021 public meeting has been cancelled. The agenda is procedural only, with no applications or business items listed for consideration.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next scheduled meeting: January 31, 2022 (Reorganization/Regular Meeting)
• Meetings held at Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two applications: one for a new LED billboard along Route 206 and another for a new single-family home on Sycamore Lane. The board will also consider resolutions for two other cases and approve meeting minutes.

• Outfront Media seeks variances to replace billboards with a new LED multi-message billboard at 151 Route 206 (Block 65, Lots 19 & 20)
• Salvatore and Bernice Romano request variances and a stream corridor waiver to build a single-family home at 3 Sycamore Lane (Block 8, Lot 19.03)
• Resolutions for Matthew and Nicole Brokaw (BA-21-18) and Sudhir Kittur (BA-21-19)
• Meeting held in-person at the Municipal Courtroom, 7:00 PM

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on an application by Harvard Way JMJ4, LLC for preliminary and final major site plan approval to build a 107,366-square-foot warehouse at the end of Harvard Way on Route 206. The board will also consider a resolution for Campus Associates, LLC (File 20-PB-13-MSPV) and other business. This is an in-person meeting; virtual participation is no longer available.

• Public hearing: Harvard Way JMJ4, LLC – 107,366 sq ft warehouse, Block 58, Lot 1.09, Route 206 (Harvard Way), I-3 Light Industrial Zone
• Resolution: Campus Associates, LLC (Weiss) – File 20-PB-13-MSPV
• Meeting location: Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ
• Next meetings: December 02 and December 09, 2021

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee’s November 15, 2021 meeting was canceled. The committee’s 2021 schedule includes monthly meetings, but this session was not held. The next meeting is scheduled for December 13, 2021, at the Peter J. Biondi Building in Hillsborough, NJ.

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on an ordinance amending streets and sidewalks regulations, and introductions of ordinances affecting police appointments and no stopping/standing zones. The committee will also vote on a consent agenda covering recreation fee refunds, a grant application, equipment purchases, and an affordable housing trust fund spending plan.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 259 'Streets and Sidewalks'
• Introduction of ordinance amending police department appointments and promotions (2021-24)
• Introduction of ordinance amending no stopping/standing schedules (2019-21)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of two portable light towers from Warshauer Generator, LLC
• Resolution adopting Affordable Housing Trust Fund Spending Plan

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding its regular meeting on November 4, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. in person. The main item is a public hearing on the Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan, presented by the township's affordable housing consultant. The agenda also includes routine items like meeting minutes, resolutions, and ordinances.

• Public hearing on Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan
• Meeting held in person at Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road
• Consideration of meeting minutes and resolutions
• Business from the floor for items not on the agenda

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment is holding its regular November 3, 2021 meeting, where it will consider resolutions, approve minutes, and hold public hearings on several applications. The main item is a request by Outfront Media for variances to replace existing billboards with a new LED billboard at 151 Route 206. Other applications were rescheduled or adjourned to future meetings.

• Public hearing: Outfront Media, LLC – File BA-21-10 – Block 65, Lots 19 & 20 – 151 Route 206 & Route 206 – request for 'd' and 'c' bulk variances and waivers to remove existing billboards and construct a new single pole double-faced LED multi-message billboard in HS, Highway Service Zone
• Resolution: Muhammad Tahseen and Ansa Saleem – File BA-21-17
• Application rescheduled: Global Investors, Inc. – File BA-21-13 – Block 182.03, Lot 11 – 17 Old Somerville Road – rescheduled to a date to be determined, with re-notice
• Application adjourned: Salvatore and Bernice Romano – File BA-21-16 – Block 8, Lot 19.03 – 3 Sycamore Lane – adjourned to December 01, 2021
• Meeting minutes for September 22 and October 6, 2021 to be considered

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding its October 28, 2021 public meeting in person at the Peter J. Biondi Building. The main item is a public hearing on a major subdivision application to divide 3.883 acres on Farm Road into three residential lots. The board will also consider resolutions for two prior applications and may take formal action on other business.

• Public hearing: Sukhdev & Ruchika Angras – File 21-PB-13-MSV – Block 152, Lot 3 – Farm Road – preliminary and final major subdivision approval, 'c' bulk variances, and waivers to subdivide 3.883 acres into 3 residential lots
• Resolution: Green Care Farms, LLC / Brzyski – File 19-PB-2-SV
• Resolution: Ernest and Tina Park – File 21-PB-12-SV
• Meeting held in person at Municipal Courtroom, Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road; live virtual participation no longer available

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on October 26, 2021, with several items on the agenda. They will hold a public hearing on an ordinance appropriating $741,000 for capital improvements, and introduce an ordinance to sell a specific lot to Kehal Realty, LLC. The committee will also consider a consent agenda with multiple resolutions, including contracts, grants, and appointments.

• Public hearing on ordinance appropriating $741,000 for capital improvements
• Introduction of ordinance authorizing sale of Block 142.02, Lot 18 to Kehal Realty, LLC
• Resolution accepting Safe and Secure Communities Program grant
• Resolution awarding contract to Top Line Construction for Amsterdam Drive Phase 1 resurfacing
• Resolution awarding contract to All Decked Out for Vanderveer Harris House cleanout

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is meeting in person on October 25, 2021, to review four development applications that were postponed from the canceled September 27 meeting. These include a Moe's Southwest Grill drive-thru addition, a new home on Sycamore Lane, a three-lot subdivision on Farm Road, and a dog daycare kennel on Willow Road. The commission will also consider minutes from previous meetings and hear public comments.

• Sharanga, LLC (Moe's Southwest Grill) – 838 Route 206 – drive-thru addition, major site plan, 'c' bulk variances
• Salvatore and Bernice Romano – 3 Sycamore Lane – new single-family dwelling, garage, stream corridor waiver
• Sukhdev & Ruchika Angras – Farm Road – subdivide 3.883 acres into 3 residential lots
• Nassau Dog Daycare – 200 Willow Road – 4,289 sq ft kennel and 864 ft garage, use and bulk variances
• Meeting minutes from September 14, 2020, May 24, 2021, and July 26, 2021 to be considered

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee's October 25, 2021 public meeting has been canceled. The agenda lists only procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and minutes consideration, with no applications or business scheduled. The next scheduled meeting is November 15, 2021.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: November 15, 2021
• In-person meetings at Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission's October 21, 2021 meeting has been canceled. The agenda is procedural only, with no applications, ordinances, or other business items listed for discussion or decision.

• Meeting canceled for October 21, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for December 16, 2021 at Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road
• No meeting scheduled in November 2021
• All 2021 meetings after June 1 held in person; live virtual participation no longer available

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding an in-person meeting on October 14, 2021, to consider two major site plan applications: a drive-through addition for Moe's Southwest Grill and a mixed-use development with 118 multifamily units and commercial renovations. The board will also handle routine business such as minutes, resolutions, and public comments.

• Sharanga, LLC (Moe's Southwest Grill) – File 21-PB-03-MSPV – 838 Route 206 – preliminary/final major site plan, 'c' bulk variances, waivers for drive-through addition
• JSM at Hillsborough, LLC – File 20-PB-09-MSPV – 390 Route 206 and Andria Avenue – merge lots, 3-story 118-unit multifamily building, renovate two commercial buildings, drive-through restaurant
• Public hearing for both applications
• Meeting held in person at Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road
• Next meeting scheduled for October 28, 2021

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is meeting in person on September 23, 2021, to consider an ordinance creating an R8A zone, a time extension for a site plan, and a multifamily development application that was previously denied and remanded. The application for Campus Associates has been adjourned to the October 7 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including minutes and resolutions.

• Ordinance 2021-19: Adds R8A zone to Blocks 182 and 183, adjusting impervious surface limits
• JSM at Hillsborough, LLC – Extension of time for site plan approval through 12-31-21
• Campus Associates, LLC – Multifamily development at 4 Campus Drive (adjourned to Oct 7)
• Meeting held in person at Peter J. Biondi Building; no virtual participation

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment is meeting in person to consider a resolution for a variance application and hold a public hearing on a billboard proposal. Two other applications are being adjourned to future meetings. The meeting is the first to be held in person after a change in location.

• Public hearing on Outfront Media's application for variances to build a new LED billboard at 151 Route 206
• Resolution for Niles and Leigh Johnson – File BA-21-08
• Matthew and Nicole Brokaw's application for bulk variances at 253 Long Hill Road adjourned to October 6
• Meeting held in person at Peter J. Biondi Building; virtual participation no longer available

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission is meeting in person on September 16, 2021, to consider a pre-application for demolishing two sheds and building a two-story gambrel-style garage at 1928 Millstone River Road, located in the Millstone Valley Historic Zone. The commission will also discuss a minor subdivision request and a request for historic information on a property at 4 Castle Hill Road. The agenda includes approval of the July 15, 2021 meeting minutes and public comment.

• Pre-application to demolish two sheds and construct a two-story gambrel-style garage at 1928 Millstone River Road (Block 205.11, Lot 48.07)
• Minor subdivision application by Ernest and Tina Park (21-PB-12-SV)
• Request for historic information on Block 173, Lot 5.07, 4 Castle Hill Road
• Approval of July 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Meeting held in person at Peter J. Biondi Building; no virtual participation

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances: one adjusting salary ranges and another amending land-use rules for specific blocks. The consent agenda includes police promotions, vehicle purchases, and multiple resolutions related to Tropical Storm Ida recovery, including temporary housing and fee waivers.

• Ordinance 2021-19: Amends land-use rules for R8A zone on Block 182, Lots 9, 11.01, 46.01 and Block 183, Lot 38.02
• Police promotions: Sergeants to Lieutenant, Corporals to Sergeant
• Purchase of three Ford Patrol Interceptor SUVs
• Special emergency resolution for Tropical Storm Ida expenses
• Resolution for temporary housing at properties impacted by Ida

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is holding an additional in-person meeting on September 13, 2021, to review three applications: a bulk variance for a home addition, a minor subdivision to create two residential lots, and a major site plan for a warehouse. The commission will also consider minutes from previous meetings and receive committee reports. This is a regular business meeting, not a public hearing on a specific ordinance.

• Matthew and Nicole Brokaw – BA-21-18 – 253 Long Hill Road – 'c' bulk variances for addition in Mountain Conservation Zone
• Irv Cyzner – 21-PB-11-SV – Amwell Road & Mill Lane – minor subdivision to consolidate three lots into two residential lots
• Harvard Way JMJ4, LLC – 21-PB-09-MSPV – Route 206 – preliminary and final major site plan for warehouse with parking and landscaping
• Meeting minutes for September 14, 2020 and July 26, 2021 to be considered
• Committee reports on Green Care Farms, LLC and Ernest and Tina Park applications

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on two subdivision applications: one for a minor subdivision at 1928 Millstone River Road and another for a lot line adjustment to develop a dementia care facility at 201 Woods Road. The board will also consider minutes from previous meetings and a resolution for JS Masonry, LLC. The meeting is in person at the Peter J. Biondi Building.

• Public hearing: Ernest and Tina Park – minor subdivision and 'c' bulk variance at 1928 Millstone River Road (Block 205.11, Lot 48.07)
• Public hearing: Green Care Farms, LLC / Brzyski – minor subdivision/lot line adjustment and variances for dementia care facility at 201 Woods Road (Block 204, Lots 45.01 and 45.02)
• Resolution: JS Masonry, LLC – File 20-PB-14-MSPV
• Meeting minutes for June 3, June 10, July 1, and July 8, 2021
• In-person meeting at Municipal Courtroom, Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board's September 2, 2021 meeting was canceled due to an emergency weather closing. The only scheduled public hearing, for a multifamily development at 4 Campus Drive, will be rescheduled to a future agenda with re-notice. The agenda otherwise contains only routine items such as approval of minutes and resolutions.

• Meeting canceled due to weather; application rescheduled
• Campus Associates, LLC (Weiss) – File 20-PB-13-MSP – Block 58, Lot 1.05 – 4 Campus Drive: preliminary and final major site plan for four 3-story, 24-unit residential buildings and clubhouse
• Application remanded per Order to Enforce Litigant's Rights (June 07, 2021)
• In-person meeting at Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee will hold public hearings on four ordinances, including a $14.1 million bond ordinance to finance the acquisition of property at Hamilton Road and Amwell Road. They will also introduce two new ordinances, including one to create an R8A residential zone on specific blocks. The consent agenda includes numerous resolutions for hiring, contracts, and event permits.

• Bond ordinance 2021-15: $14,100,000 appropriation, $13,395,000 bonds for property acquisition
• Ordinance 2021-16: purchase of property at Hamilton Road and Amwell Road (Block 198, Lot 2, etc.)
• Ordinance 2021-17: accept deeds for widening and improvement of Falcon Road
• Resolution 3: $75,000 contract to FDM Construction for sidewalk and curbing replacement
• Resolution 14: hiring police officers; Resolution 15: permanent status for three officers

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is meeting in person on July 26, 2021, to review two subdivision applications, including one for a dementia care facility. The agenda also includes accepting a resignation, considering meeting minutes, and possibly adding a September meeting. This is a regular business meeting with formal action possible.

• Green Care Farms, LLC / Brzyski – File 19-PB-21-SV – Block 204, Lots 45.01 and 45.02 – minor subdivision and bulk variances for dementia care facility
• Ernest and Tina Park – File 21-PB-12-S – Block 205.11, Lot 48.07 – 1928 Millstone River Road – minor subdivision and bulk variance for two lots
• Resignation of Louise Wilkens, Seat #1 (June 07, 2021)
• Proposed additional September meeting on September 13
• Meeting location change to Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee is meeting in person on July 26, 2021. The main item is an application from the Hillsborough Business Center seeking a sign waiver to install a larger-than-allowed internally illuminated sign. The meeting will also include roll call, minutes consideration, and public comment.

• Application SRC-21-08: Hillsborough Business Center, Block 200.05, Lot 15, 1 Jill Court, seeking sign waiver relief for exceeding signage size to install a 60 square foot internally illuminated sign in the LI Light Industrial Zone

Planning Board

This is the agenda for the Hillsborough Township Planning Board's July 22, 2021 business meeting. The agenda lists only standard procedural items: call to order, roll call, consideration of minutes and resolutions, planning board business, business from the floor, and ordinances. No specific applications, rezonings, or contracts are listed, so the meeting appears to be routine and procedural.

• Meeting held in person at Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ
• Live virtual participation no longer available as of July 1, 2021
• No specific applications or resolutions listed on agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for September 2, 2021; no meetings in August

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission will hold its July 15, 2021 meeting in person at the Peter J. Biondi Building. The main item is a pre-application by John Lazorchak to alter approved architectural plans for a property at 697 Amwell Road, adding dormers and a double gabled roof. The property is listed on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places. The commission will also consider minutes from the June 17 meeting and take public comment.

• Pre-application: John Lazorchak, Block 11 Lot 21, 697 Amwell Road – alteration to approved plans for dormers and double gabled roof
• Property listed on NJ and National Registers of Historic Places
• Consideration of June 17, 2021 meeting minutes
• Meeting held in person at Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road
• No meeting in August; next meeting September 16, 2021

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances: one to amend light industrial district standards for a multifamily inclusionary overlay, and another to increase the police department membership cap. The committee will also introduce several new ordinances, including a $14.1 million bond ordinance for property acquisition, a property purchase at Hamilton and Amwell Roads, and acceptance of road dedication for Falcon Road. Consent agenda items include a $1.6 million road resurfacing contract and various permits and professional service agreements.

• Public hearing on ordinance 2021-12 to amend I-1, I-2, I-3 light industrial district standards for multifamily inclusionary overlay
• Public hearing on ordinance 2021-13 to increase police department membership cap
• Introduction of bond ordinance 2021-15 appropriating $14,100,000 for property acquisition, issuing $13,395,000 in bonds
• Introduction of ordinance 2021-16 to purchase property at Hamilton Road and Amwell Road (Block 198, Lot 2, etc.)
• Resolution awarding 2021 Capital Roadway Resurfacing contract to Top Line Construction Corp. for $1,600,882.98

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold its July 7, 2021 public meeting, where it will consider minutes, a resolution, and four applications. One application (Hillsborough Village Center) has been withdrawn. The board will hear requests for a use variance for a physical therapy office (withdrawn), a bulk variance for a garage, a bulk variance for a patio, and bulk variances for an addition. The meeting will be held in person at the Peter J. Biondi Building.

• Hillsborough Village Center – BA-21-03 – withdrawn; sought 'd(1)' use variance for physical therapy office at 630-650 Route 206
• Andrew Green and Julie Van Hook – BA-21-12 – 'c' bulk variance to relocate shed and construct detached garage at 32 Valley Road
• Douglas and Susan Klein – BA-21-14 – 'c' bulk variance to construct patio at 6 McCoy Court
• Donald and Elizabeth Zobre – BA-21-15 – 'c' bulk variances to construct addition at 10 Hunt Club Road
• Meeting location changes to in-person at Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding its first in-person meeting since the pandemic, with a key item being consideration of Ordinance 2021-12, which would amend the light industrial district standards, notably the Multifamily Inclusionary Overlay District. The board will also consider resolutions for several development applications and an extension request. The meeting includes an executive session on litigation.

• Ordinance 2021-12 amending Chapter 188, Section 188-106 H (Multifamily Inclusionary Overlay District)
• Resolution for Hillsborough 206 Holdings (19-PB-24-S/MSPV)
• Resolution for SunPower Corporation (Comcast Cable) – File 20-PB-02-SPV
• Resolution for Hillsborough Board of Education (Sunnymead School Parking Lot) 21-PB-07-INF
• Extension request for JSM at Hillsborough, LLC (20-PB-09-MSPV) through October 29, 2021

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee will hold an in-person meeting on June 28, 2021, to consider three sign waiver applications from Manhattan Bagel, Xfinity, and Kohl's-Sephora. The committee will also review meeting minutes and take public comment. This is the first in-person meeting after a period of remote meetings.

• Manhattan Bagel (Signs Lab) – SRC-20-01 – 601 Route 206, Town Center Zone – sign waiver relief
• Xfinity (Advance Sign Group) – SRC-21-06 – 315 Route 206 (Suite 906), Office District Zone – sign waiver relief
• Kohl's-Sephora (Hub Sign & Crane Corp) – SRC-21-07 – 315 Route 206, Office District Zone – sign waiver relief
• Meeting location change to Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road, effective June 1, 2021

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board's June 24, 2021 public meeting has been canceled. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no substantive items listed for discussion or decision.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meetings: July 01 and July 08, 2021
• In-person meetings resume July 01, 2021

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee will hold a public hearing on the 2021 municipal budget and an ordinance to exceed state appropriation limits, establishing a CAP bank. The committee will also introduce an ordinance to increase the police department membership cap, and consider several resolutions including the sale of property and budget adoption.

• Public hearing on 2021 Municipal Budget and ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits
• Introduction of ordinance to increase police department membership cap
• Resolution authorizing sale of Block 86, Lot 21.01 to Concord Street Urban Renewal Associates
• Resolution adopting 2021 budget
• Resolution to renew township liquor licenses for 2021-2022

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission will hold its June 17, 2021 meeting in person at the Peter J. Biondi Building, marking a return to in-person meetings after remote sessions. The agenda includes consideration of minutes, a resolution for Nassau Dog Daycare, old business on the Petrock application, and new business regarding the 250th Celebration.

• Nassau Dog Daycare – HHPC-21-01 resolution
• Nicholas and Deborah Petrock - BA-21-05 Resolution of Approval
• 250th Celebration - June 26th
• Meeting location change to Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public meeting on June 16, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. The board will consider three applications: a bulk variance for a detached garage at 32 Valley Road (adjourned to July 7), a use variance for a physical therapy office at 630-650 Route 206 (requesting adjournment to July 7), and a bulk variance for an addition and drainage at 2 Woodville Terrace. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 75th anniversary of the township's first zoning ordinance.

• BA-21-12: Bulk variance to relocate shed and construct detached garage at 32 Valley Road (adjourned to July 7)
• BA-21-03: Use variance for 2,500 sq ft physical therapy office in 28,000 sq ft retail space at 630-650 Route 206 (requesting adjournment to July 7)
• BA-21-08: Bulk variance to retain improvements, construct addition, and install drainage at 2 Woodville Terrace
• Presentation: 'A Journey to Zoning in Hillsborough Township' commemorating 75th anniversary of first zoning ordinance

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on June 15, 2021, with public hearings on two ordinances: one amending the fire prevention code and another updating the salary ordinance with new positions and salary ranges. The committee will also consider a consent agenda with resolutions for road projects, hiring, and other administrative actions, followed by an executive session on litigation and property matters.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 166 'Fire Prevention'
• Public hearing on ordinance amending salary ordinance to include new positions and salary ranges
• Resolution authorizing grant application to NJDOT for repaving Amsterdam Drive Phase 2
• Resolution authorizing award of contract to Joseph M. Sanzari, Inc. for milling & paving of Warwick Road
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a 2022 Elkhart Coach bus

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a virtual public meeting on June 10, 2021, to consider applications and resolutions. The main item is a request by JSM at Hillsborough, LLC for preliminary and final major site plan approval to build a 118-unit multifamily building and a drive-through restaurant at 390 Route 206, with the applicant requesting an adjournment. The board will also consider resolutions for extensions of time for Green Care Farms LLC and SunPower Corporation, and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• JSM at Hillsborough, LLC – 20-PB-09-MSPV: 118-unit multifamily building, drive-through restaurant, merge Lots 66 & 67 at 390 Route 206 and Andria Avenue
• Green Care Farms LLC / Brzyski – 19-PB-21-SV: extension for time of decision
• SunPower Corporation (Comcast Cable) – 20-PB-02-SPV: resolution
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 22 and May 13, 2021
• Public participation via Zoom; remote meeting due to Governor's Executive Orders

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a virtual public meeting on June 3, 2021, to consider one application: JS Masonry, LLC seeks preliminary and final major site plan approval for a 1,200 square foot office/warehouse at 15 Park Avenue. The board will also consider minutes from May 6, 2021, and may take formal action. Public participation is available via Zoom or phone.

• JS Masonry, LLC (Sukovsky) – File 20-PB-14-MSPV – Block 142, Lot 20 – 15 Park Avenue: preliminary and final major site plan, 'c' bulk variances, waivers for 1,200 sq ft office/warehouse with parking lot enhancements in I-1 Light Industrial Zone and ASD Overlay District
• Consideration of meeting minutes from May 6, 2021
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda
• Potential executive/closed sessions may be conducted

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public meeting on June 2, 2021, to consider two applications: a major site plan for a McDonald's renovation on Route 206 and a variance request for a residential addition on Zion Road. The board will also vote on meeting minutes and resolutions for prior applications. Public participation is available via Zoom or phone.

• McDonald's USA, LLC – File BA-20-13: preliminary and final major site plan, 'd' and 'c' variances, waivers for renovation and drive-thru at 410-412 Route 206
• Christopher and Amy Parrillo – File BA-21-02: 'c' bulk variances for impervious coverage, lot area, front yard setback at 225 Zion Road
• Resolutions for 0 New Centre, LLC (BA-20-11) and Nicholas and Deborah Petrock (BA-21-05)
• Meeting minutes from January through May 2021 to be considered
• Appointment of Acting Board Secretary

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is holding its regular virtual public meeting on May 24, 2021. The agenda includes review of two applications: a bulk variance for a shed relocation and detached garage at 32 Valley Road, and a major site plan for a 1,200 square foot office/warehouse at 15 Park Avenue. The commission will also receive an update on sustainable and environmental projects from the Business Advocate/Sustainability Director. Formal action may be taken on these items.

• Bulk variance application (BA-21-12) by Andrew Green and Julie Van Hook for 32 Valley Road to relocate shed and construct detached garage
• Major site plan application (20-PB-14-MSPV) by JS Masonry, LLC for 1,200 sq ft office/warehouse at 15 Park Avenue in I-1 Light Industrial Zone
• Update on new and ongoing sustainable/environmental projects by David Kois, Business Advocate/Sustainability Director
• Meeting conducted virtually via Zoom due to Governor's Executive Orders
• Next meeting scheduled for June 28, 2021, resuming in-person at Peter J. Biondi Building

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission's March 18, 2021 public meeting has been canceled. The agenda is procedural only, with no applications or business items listed for discussion.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for April 15, 2021

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold its regular meeting virtually on March 17, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. The board will consider minutes, resolutions, and a public hearing for a church expansion project. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda beyond the continued hearing for the Harvesters Gospel Center application.

• Harvesters Gospel Center – BA-19-22 – 490 Hillsborough Road: Continued hearing for church expansion, including variances and site plan approval in R Zoning District
• Tzvi and Rochelle Volosov – BA-20-06: Resolution consideration (details not specified in agenda)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is meeting virtually on March 11, 2021. The main item is an application by JSM at Hillsborough, LLC for a mixed-use development at 390 Route 206, which the applicant is requesting to adjourn to May 6, 2021. The board will also consider minutes, resolutions, ordinances, and other business.

• JSM at Hillsborough, LLC – File 20-PB-09-MSPV: request to adjourn to May 6, 2021 for a 3-story, 118-unit multifamily building, two renovated commercial buildings, and a drive-through restaurant at 390 Route 206 and Andria Avenue
• Applicant seeking preliminary and final major site plan approval, 'c' bulk variances, and waivers in the Mixed-Use Inclusionary Overlay District, Gateway 'A' Zone, and ASD Overlay District
• Public participation via Zoom or phone; documents available at hillsboroughnj.civicclerk.com

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on March 9, 2021, with a consent agenda containing 15 resolutions. These include refunds, engineering services for Amsterdam Drive improvements, a contract for architectural services for the Vanderveer Harris House, and hiring for two positions. The meeting also includes proclamations for the COVID-19 pandemic anniversary, Girl Scout Week, and recognitions, plus an executive session on litigation.

• Resolution awarding Mills & Schnoering Architects up to $42,150 for Phase 4 of Vanderveer Harris House restoration
• Resolution authorizing Pennoni Engineering for Amsterdam Drive Phase I roadway improvements design and survey
• Resolution supporting Farmland Preservation Program Municipal Planning Incentive Grant 2022 application
• Resolution hiring Doris Miller as Administrative Assistant in Tax Assessor's Office and Kyle Smith as Building Inspector
• Resolution requesting COVID-19 financial support for nonprofit veteran and community service organizations

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a virtual public meeting on March 4, 2021, to continue a hearing on a major site plan application for two mixed-use buildings at 420 and 430 Amwell Road. The board will also consider minutes, resolutions, and possibly ordinances, and will cancel its April 1, 2021 meeting. Public participation is available via Zoom or phone.

• CP East Brunswick, Inc. application (File 20-PB-05-MSPV) for two 2-story mixed-use buildings, each ~6,600 sq ft, 45 parking spaces, at 420 and 430 Amwell Road
• Request for preliminary and final major site plan approval, 'c' bulk variances, and waivers
• Property in Town Center Zone and Architectural and Site Design Overlay District
• Meeting to be held virtually due to Governor's Executive Orders and P.L. 2020, c.11
• April 1, 2021 meeting cancelled

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public meeting on March 3, 2021, to consider four applications for variances and site plan approval. The agenda includes a major site plan for a church addition, two pool-related variance requests, and a variance for a new home on a nonconforming lot. The meeting is open to remote public participation via Zoom or phone.

• Harvesters Gospel Center, Inc. – BA-19-22 – major site plan, 'd' variances, waivers for church addition at 490 Hillsborough Road (Block 203.10, Lot 30), adjourned to March 17
• Emidio and Francine Monaco – BA-20-09 – 'c' variances for impervious coverage and rear yard setback for pool at 5 Shugal Court (Block 151.12, Lot 17)
• 0 New Centre, LLC – BA-20-11 – 'c' variances for lot size, front yard setback, and width at setback for new home on New Centre Road (Block 148, Lot 25)
• Kristen and Darnell Wallace – BA-21-04 – 'c' variances for side yard setback and impervious coverage for pool at 12 Wyckoff Way (Block 150.06, Lot 6)
• Consideration of resolution for Paul Oram – File BA-20-14

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding a regular meeting with one new business item: appointing a member to fill the unexpired term of Olivia Holmes. The consent agenda includes two resolutions related to COVID-19 vaccination efforts. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Appointment to fill unexpired term of Olivia Holmes
• Resolution supporting a vaccination clinic in Hillsborough Township
• Resolution requesting NJ to advance municipal employees and educators on COVID-19 vaccination eligibility

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting, which includes public hearings on two ordinance amendments: one updating stormwater control regulations and another changing no-stopping/standing zones. The committee will also introduce an ordinance to reorganize the Parks and Recreation department, and consider several resolutions including police promotions, new hires, and refunds.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 262 'Stormwater Control'
• Public hearing on amending Chapter 143-32, Schedule III 'No Stopping or Standing'
• Introduction of ordinance amending Chapter 73 and 95 regarding Director of Parks and Recreation
• Resolution promoting Sergeant Mark Szymanski to Lieutenant in Police Department
• Resolution authorizing emergency temporary appropriations for snow removal

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission will hold its regular virtual meeting to review a variance application for a property on Zion Road and consider its 2020 annual report. The public can participate remotely via Zoom or phone.

• Review of application BA-21-02 by Christopher and Amy Parrillo for variances at 225 Zion Road (Block 174, Lot 94) to retain improvements and add an addition, porch, deck, and pool
• Consideration of 2020 Environmental Commission Annual Report
• Committee reports on prior applications BA-20-06 (Volosov) and BA-20-13 (McDonalds USA, LLC)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission is meeting virtually to consider a pre-application for a property in the Neshanic Historic District. The applicant seeks a favorable recommendation to construct two four-season rooms replacing an existing sunroom and covered porch at 721 Amwell Road. The commission will also consider minutes from previous meetings and take public comment.

• Pre-application for Block 8, Lot 9.01 – 721 Amwell Road: two four-season rooms to replace sunroom and covered porch
• Property is in the AG Agricultural Zone and within the Neshanic Historic District (National Historic Register)
• Applicants: John and Susan Kauffman; presenters: Zeyn Uzman (EMC2 Structural Design), Scott Wightman (Four Seasons Sunrooms & Windows)
• Public participation via Zoom or phone; formal action may be taken

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on February 11, 2021, to consider a major mixed-use development proposal at 390 Route 206. The board will also swear in a new member and address procedural matters, including extensions and ordinances.

• Green Care Farms / Brzyski – File 19-PB-21-SV – Consent to Extension for Time of Decision
• JSM at Hillsborough, LLC – File 20-PB-09-MSPV – Mixed-use development at 390 Route 206 and Andria Avenue (118-unit multifamily building and commercial renovations)
• Oath of Office for newly appointed member Kenneth Hesthag

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee held a regular meeting on February 9, 2021, approving resolutions including reappointing a municipal court judge, reimbursing property taxes for a disabled veteran, hiring an IT assistant, and increasing the temporary emergency budget. The meeting also included proclamations, presentations, and a public hearing on litigation.

• Reappointment of Francesco Taddeo as Municipal Court Judge
• Reimbursement of municipal property taxes for a qualified 100% disabled veteran
• Hiring of Mark McClain as Part-Time IT Assistant in the Police Department
• Increase of the 2021 Temporary Emergency Budget
• Amendment of Township Committee Assignments & Liaison Assignments

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on February 4, 2021, to continue reviewing a major site plan for a 96-unit multifamily development at 4 Campus Drive. The board will also swear in two new members and conduct routine business such as approving minutes and resolutions.

• Continued hearing for Campus Associates, LLC (File 20-PB-13-MSP) at 4 Campus Drive: 4 buildings, 24 units each, clubhouse, and associated infrastructure in the Multifamily Inclusionary Overlay District within the I-3 Light Industrial Zone

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public meeting on February 3, 2021, to consider resolutions for three prior applications and conduct public hearings on five variance requests. The agenda includes requests for bulk variances related to lot size, setbacks, impervious coverage, and other relief for residential properties. One application (0 New Centre, LLC) is requesting an adjournment to a future agenda.

• 0 New Centre, LLC – File BA-20-11: bulk variances for minimum lot size, front yard setback (South Branch Road), and width at setback (Hodge Road) to build a single-family dwelling on New Centre Road (Block 148, Lot 25). Requesting adjournment.
• Tzvi & Rochelle Volosov – File BA-20-06: relief from conditions of Resolution BA-03-21 and bulk variances to retain driveway, construct inground pool, deck, walkways, relocate shed, remove fence at 446 Long Hill Road (Block 171, Lot 78). Continued hearing.
• Emidio and Francine Monaco – File BA-20-09: bulk variances for maximum impervious coverage and rear yard setback to retain patio/walkway and construct inground pool at 5 Shugal Court (Block 151.12, Lot 17).
• Paul Oram – File BA-20-14: bulk variance for maximum impervious coverage to construct paver patio at 17 Alpine Court (Block 178.02, Lot 9).
• Stacy and John Macchiarelli – File BA-20-17: bulk variance for maximum impervious coverage to retain expanded driveway, walkway, patio and construct inground pool at 196 Fairfield Lane (Block 204, Lot 7.10).

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting, primarily introducing two ordinances for future public hearings: one amending stormwater control regulations and another changing no-stopping/standing zones. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with resolutions on appointments, contracts, and other routine matters.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2021-01 amending Chapter 262 'Stormwater Control'
• Introduction of Ordinance 2021-02 amending Chapter 143-32, Schedule III 'No Stopping or Standing'
• Resolution appointing Robert Damiano to the Municipal Utilities Authority
• Resolution authorizing contract with Premiere Media, LLC for video services
• Resolution authorizing contract with Goose Runners for geese control at AVM Park

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is holding its annual reorganization meeting followed by a regular meeting, both conducted virtually via Zoom due to the Governor's Executive Orders. The agenda includes swearing in newly appointed members, electing officers, and adopting resolutions on rules, official newspaper, meeting schedule, and open meeting policy. No substantive project reviews or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Oath of office for new members: Louise Wilkens, Neil Julian, Stephen Mastripolito, Robert Britting
• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Resolution adopting Rules of Order
• Resolution designating official newspaper
• Resolution setting schedule of meetings

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is holding a virtual reorganization and regular meeting. The main item is continued review of a development application for 4 Campus Drive, with newly submitted environmental documents. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Review of Campus Associates, LLC application (File 20-PB-13-MSP) at 4 Campus Drive, Block 58, Lot 1.05
• New documents include EcolSciences letter, drainage exhibit, NJDOT Route 206 plans, and NJDEP permits
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 26, November 9, and December 14, 2020
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission will hold a reorganization meeting followed by a regular meeting, both conducted virtually via Zoom due to the Governor's Executive Orders. The agenda includes roll call, consideration of December 9, 2020 meeting minutes, and public participation opportunities. No specific applications or substantive items are listed on the agenda, which appears to be primarily procedural.

• Reorganization meeting scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on January 21, 2021
• Regular meeting immediately follows reorganization
• Public participation via Zoom link and phone numbers
• Meeting documents available at https://hillsboroughnj.civicclerk.com/
• Next meeting scheduled for February 18, 2021

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission is holding a reorganization meeting to elect officers, adopt rules, and set its meeting schedule, followed by a regular meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive preservation decisions listed. New members will be sworn in.

• Oath of office for new members: Timothy Coyle Sr., Blaire Nunn, Gregory Gillette, and alternate Susan Gulliford
• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
• Resolution adopting Rules of Order
• Resolution setting schedule of meetings
• Resolution fixing charge for notice of meetings

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a reorganization meeting to elect officers, appoint a board attorney, engineer, and court reporter, and adopt rules and meeting schedules. The meeting is virtual only due to the pandemic, with public participation via Zoom. No substantive applications or decisions are on the agenda.

• Oath of office for new members: Frank Herbert, John Stamler, Jim Wohlmacher, James Vinchur, Kelly Compher
• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary
• Resolution appointing Board Attorney, Board Engineer, Alternate Board Engineer, Board Court Reporter
• Resolution setting schedule of meetings and fixing charge for notice of meetings
• Adoption of bylaws and rules of order

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting on January 20, 2021, to consider several applications for variances and site plan approvals. The agenda includes a public hearing for a church addition and multiple requests for bulk variance relief. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Harvesters Gospel Center, Inc. – major site plan for church addition at 490 Hillsborough Road
• Tzvi & Rochelle Volosov – variance for pool and deck at 446 Long Hill Road
• Jason Scott and Danielle Scott – variance to retain walkway, patio, sunroom at 107 Taylor Avenue
• Jitendra and Rakhi Kothari – variance for pool and walkway at 12 Steeple Drive
• Robert Wagner, Jr. – variance for detached garage at 7 Strawberry Lane

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold its reorganization and regular meetings virtually on January 14, 2021. The regular meeting includes a continued public hearing for a major site plan application by Campus Associates, LLC to build four 3-story, 24-unit residential buildings (96 units total) with a clubhouse at 4 Campus Drive. The board will also consider minutes, resolutions, ordinances, and other business. The application for CP East Brunswick, Inc. at 420 and 430 Amwell Road has been adjourned to January 28, 2021.

• Continued hearing: Campus Associates, LLC – 4 Campus Drive – preliminary/final major site plan for 96-unit multifamily development (4 buildings, 24 units each) with clubhouse, parking, lighting, landscaping, utilities, stormwater
• Adjourned to Jan 28: CP East Brunswick, Inc. – 420 and 430 Amwell Road – preliminary/final major site plan, 'c' bulk variances, waivers in Town Center Zone and ASD Overlay District
• Reorganization meeting at 7:00 p.m. and regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., both via Zoom only
• Public participation via Zoom or phone; written comments due two business days prior
• Formal action may be taken

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding its annual reorganization meeting, where it will elect a chairman, vice chairman, and secretary, and appoint board attorney, engineer, and other officials. The meeting is conducted virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive land-use decisions listed.

• Election of chairman, vice chairman, and secretary
• Resolution appointing board attorney
• Resolution appointing board engineer and alternate engineer
• Resolution setting meeting schedule for the year
• Oath of office for newly appointed members including Mayor Shawn Lipani and Deputy Mayor Frank DelCore

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine resolutions, including refunds, appointments, contracts, and the establishment of annual salaries. The meeting also includes proclamations for Radon Action Month, the 250th Anniversary, and the National Day of Racial Healing, plus public comment and hearings.

• Resolution awarding contract with CME Associates up to $32,000 for affordable housing administrative agent services
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a 2021 Ford Explorer through Morris County Coop
• Resolution establishing annual salaries and wages of municipal employees
• Resolution authorizing contract with SwiftReach for emergency alert system for 2021
• Resolution appointing emergency management deputy coordinators and administrative assistant with stipends

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its annual reorganization meeting to certify election results, swear in elected members, elect a mayor and deputy mayor, and adopt resolutions for the 2021 operating year. The agenda includes routine administrative items such as adopting rules of order, making appointments, and approving the temporary budget and financial plans.

• Certification of November 3, 2020 General Election results
• Swearing in of Doug Tomson and Janine Erickson as committee members
• Election of 2021 Mayor and Deputy Mayor
• Resolution adopting the 2021 Temporary Budget
• Resolution authorizing tax sale relief and collection of interest on delinquent taxes