Maywood, NJ

Mayor Council

The Maywood Borough Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing and vote on Ordinance #9-26, a bond ordinance authorizing $800,000 for road improvements on DeSoto Avenue and Oak Avenue. The ordinance includes state and federal grants, a down payment, and the issuance of bonds and notes. The council will also discuss the appointment of a Sub-Code Official.

• Ordinance #9-26: $800,000 bond for road improvements on DeSoto Avenue (entire length, including Briarcliff Avenue intersection) and Oak Avenue (Taplin Avenue to Passaic Street)
• DeSoto Avenue: $450,000 appropriation, $215,934 state grant, $222,900 in bonds/notes
• Oak Avenue: $350,000 appropriation, $138,790 federal grant via Bergen County, $201,100 in bonds/notes
• Total bonds/notes authorized: $424,000; down payment: $21,276
• Discussion of Sub-Code Official appointment

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The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on a $2.81 million bond ordinance (Ordinance #8-26) to fund various public improvements, including new equipment for the Fire and Police Departments, upgrades to Memorial Park, and sidewalk improvements. The council will also introduce a separate $800,000 bond ordinance for road improvements and consider several resolutions, including a snow plowing agreement with Bergen County, a cannabis license renewal, and the purchase of a police vehicle. New business items include a request to use Memorial Park for National Night Out and discussions on filming permits and amendments to the borough code regarding the Special Improvement District and land use.

• Final vote on $2.81M bond ordinance for equipment, park upgrades, and sidewalk work
• Introduction of $800,000 bond ordinance for road improvements
• Resolution to purchase a vehicle for the Maywood Police Department
• Resolution approving a cannabis license renewal
• Request by Maywood Police to use Memorial Park for National Night Out on August 4, 2026

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The Maywood Borough Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on a personnel policy update (Ordinance #7-26) and introduce a $2.81 million bond ordinance for public improvements, equipment, and vehicles. The council will also consider resolutions including a snow plow/salting agreement with Bergen County, a cannabis license, and participation in the Sustainable Jersey energy efficiency program. New business includes a concept plan for Memorial Park entrance and a block party request.

• Introduction of $2,810,000 bond ordinance for public improvements, equipment, and vehicles (Ordinance #8-26)
• Final adoption of Ordinance #7-26 amending personnel policies, including family leave and a new artificial intelligence policy
• Resolution #149-26 approving a cannabis license
• Bergen County snow plow/salting agreement for 2026-2028
• Concept plan and grading plan for Memorial Park entrance from Neglia

The Maywood Borough Council adopted Ordinance #7-26, amending personnel policies to clarify paid leave usage during FMLA and NJFLA leave and establishing a new Artificial Intelligence policy for employees. The council also introduced a $2.81 million bond ordinance for capital improvements, approved several resolutions including a cannabis retail license, and approved the hire of seasonal Summer Club staff.

• Adopted Ordinance #7-26 amending personnel policies and creating AI policy (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance #8-26, $2.81M bond ordinance for capital improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #149-26 issuing cannabis retail license to Unity Road Cannabis Shop Maywood LLC ($20,000 fee)
• Approved Resolution #156-26 hiring Karen Anderson as Acting Recreation Director ($33/hr) and Bethany Katty Lopez as Assistant Recreation Director ($24/hr)
• Approved Resolution #151-26 authorizing estimated tax bills for 2026 third installment ($44,774,535.94 levy)
• Approved Resolution #152-26 LOSAP payments totaling $39,355.48 for Fire Department and Fire Police
• Approved Resolution #157-26 appointing Daniel Bleaken as probationary firefighter
• Approved Block Party Request for Edel Avenue on August 8, 2026

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The Mayor and Council held a special meeting to adopt the 2026 municipal budget totaling $20,895,216.47. They also passed an ordinance to exceed state budget caps by up to 3.5%, creating a cap bank for future years. The meeting included public hearings on both the budget and the cap bank ordinance.

• Adoption of 2026 municipal budget totaling $20,895,216.47
• Ordinance #6-26 to exceed budget appropriation limits by 3.5% ($501,803.47) and establish a cap bank
• Resolution #144-26 to read the 2026 budget by title only
• Resolution #145-26 formally adopting the 2026 budget
• Public hearings held on both the budget and the cap bank ordinance

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The council adopted the 2026 municipal budget and an ordinance allowing a 3.5% budget increase over the previous year's appropriations, with a cap bank for future years. Both measures passed by voice vote with all members present. The public hearing included comments from two residents.

• Adopted Resolution #144-26, reading 2026 budget by title (carried)
• Adopted Resolution #145-26, 2026 municipal budget (carried)
• Adopted Ordinance #6-26, exceeding budget appropriation limits and establishing cap bank (carried)

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The Maywood Borough Council is deciding on the appointment of three probationary police officers (Luca J. Duardo, Jeremy Lopez Duarte, Luke C. Kest) at $52,261.45 each, and will interview three candidates to fill a council vacancy. The agenda also includes a resolution approving a cannabis retail license for The Grass Cab, LLC. with a $10,000 fee, a grant application for the Hammell Place Roadway Improvements Project, and introduction of an ordinance amending personnel policies on leave. Several other resolutions and routine items are on the consent agenda.

• Appointment of three probationary police officers at $52,261.45 each, effective June 15, 2026
• Interviewing council candidates Curtis McAuliffe, Kyla Smith, and Leah Zemechek to fill vacancy
• Resolution approving Class 5 cannabis retail license for The Grass Cab, LLC. with $10,000 fee
• Resolution to submit grant application for Hammell Place Roadway Improvements Project with NJ DOT
• Introduction of Ordinance #7-26 amending Chapter 52 personnel policies on leave

The Maywood Council appointed Kyla Smith to fill the council vacancy left by the resignation of Former Councilwoman DeMuro, with a unanimous vote. The council also approved the hiring of three probationary police officers, each with an annual salary of $52,261.45, effective June 15, 2026. A consent agenda was approved, including resolutions for seasonal pool hires, a cannabis license for The Grass Cab, LLC, and a tax settlement with Malt Products Corp. Ordinance #7-26, amending personnel policies and adding an AI policy, was introduced for first reading.

• Appointed Kyla Smith to fill the council vacancy, effective immediately.
• Approved Resolution #133-26 appointing Luca J. Duardo as Probationary Police Officer.
• Approved Resolution #134-26 appointing Jeremy Lopez Duarte as Probationary Police Officer.
• Approved Resolution #135-26 appointing Luke C. Kest as Probationary Police Officer.
• Approved the consent agenda, including seasonal pool hires, a cannabis license for The Grass Cab, LLC, and a tax settlement with Malt Products Corp.
• Introduced Ordinance #7-26 amending personnel policies and adding an AI policy, with a final hearing set for June 23, 2026.

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The Mayor and Council are holding a closed session to discuss personnel and public safety matters. The meeting includes a public comment period before the closed session, and the governing body does not plan to return to public session afterward. No votes or decisions are scheduled for the public portion.

• Closed session discussion on personnel and public safety
• Public comment period limited to five minutes
• Meeting notice published in The Record and Our Town on January 8, 2026

The Maywood Mayor and Council held a work session on May 12, 2026, and approved the bills list, a consent agenda that included seasonal pool hires and a $200 change fund, and several new business items. They also approved placing payment packages for Memorial Park and Loughlin Place/Taplin Avenue projects on the next agenda, and accepted a resignation from Councilwoman Jacqueline DeMuro. No ordinances were introduced or adopted at this meeting.

• Adopted bills list (motion carried, Padovano recused on Figlia Electric and Our Town)
• Approved consent agenda: seasonal pool hires and $200 change fund (Resolution #131-26, #132-26)
• Approved payment packages for Memorial Park permeable pathway and Loughlin Place/Taplin Avenue to go on next agenda
• Approved Senior Citizens Club use of pool parking lot for trip
• Approved Jessica Glynn's part-time work for Cresskill
• Approved Braking AIDS Ride to travel through Maywood on October 4, 2026
• Approved Maywood FD attendance at Saddle Brook and Rochelle Park Memorial Day parades
• Accepted resignation of Councilwoman Jacqueline DeMuro; vacancy to be filled by interview

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The Maywood Borough Council introduced the 2026 municipal budget and an ordinance to exceed state spending limits by up to 3.5%, totaling $501,803.47. A public hearing on the budget and tax resolution is set for June 9, 2026. The council also passed a traffic ordinance closing certain school streets during drop-off and recess hours, and approved seasonal hires for public works, the swim pool, and summer club.

• Ordinance #6-26 introduced to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits by 3.5% ($501,803.47) and establish a cap bank
• Ordinance #5-26 adopted to amend traffic code, closing Lethbridge Lane and Fairmount Avenue near schools during specific hours
• Resolution #118-26 authorizing seasonal hires for the swim pool, including lifeguards and instructors at $16.00–$21.75/hour
• Resolution #121-26 authorizing a fireworks display agreement with International Fireworks Mfg. Co. Inc.
• Resolutions opposing parole of James Stuart and opposing H.R. 2289, supporting local control of public right-of-way and zoning

The Maywood Borough Council adopted Resolution #126-26 opposing the parole of James Stuart, convicted in the 1994 murder of Tarah Michelle Galfo, and urging the State Parole Board to deny release. The council also introduced the 2026 municipal budget, including a cap bank ordinance allowing a 3.5% budget increase, and passed an ordinance on second reading to allow temporary closing of school streets. A consent agenda approved numerous items, including seasonal hires, pool use agreements, and a fireworks display contract.

• Adopted Resolution #126-26 opposing parole for James Stuart (motion carried)
• Introduced Ordinance #6-26, 2026 budget cap bank ordinance allowing up to 3.5% increase (first reading)
• Adopted Resolution #116-26, Municipal Budget Notice (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance #5-25 on second reading, amending traffic code for temporary school street closings
• Approved consent agenda including seasonal hires, pool use agreements, and fireworks contract
• Approved bills list (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from prior meetings with noted abstentions
• Discussed adding a winter once-a-week recycling pickup option to the Solid Waste/Recycling bid

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The Borough Council is holding a public hearing and considering a resolution to apply for a $600,000 matching grant from the Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund for Memorial Park Spring Valley Improvements Phase II. The grant would be split equally between the county and the borough.

• Public hearing on the 2026 Bergen County Open Space Grant Application for Memorial Park Spring Valley Improvements Phase II
• Resolution #115-26 authorizing a $600,000 matching grant application ($300,000 county, $300,000 borough)
• Application deadline is April 24, 2026

The council held a public hearing and unanimously passed Resolution #115-26, endorsing a $600,000 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund grant application for Memorial Park Spring Valley Improvements Phase II. The grant would require a $300,000 municipal match. No public comments were received.

• Approved Resolution #115-26 endorsing $600K Bergen County Open Space grant for Memorial Park Phase II (unanimous)

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The Mayor and Council of Maywood are holding a closed session on April 14, 2026, to discuss elected officials training. The meeting will not return to a public portion after the closed session, and the only action anticipated is adjournment.

• Closed session for elected officials training
• No public portion after closed session
• Meeting adjournment only

The Mayor and Council held a closed session to discuss elected officials training. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned without returning to public session for any action.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (4-0)
• Approved motion to return to public session and adjourn (4-0)

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The Maywood Borough Council is voting on police promotions, a cannabis license renewal, and several contracts including engineering services for Memorial Park improvements. The agenda also includes a salary increase for a deputy clerk, appointment of a recreation director, and a resolution to advertise for solid waste collection bids.

• Promotion of Sergeant William Phayre to Lieutenant and Police Officer Brian Rubio to Sergeant in the Maywood Police Department
• Renewal of Class 5 cannabis retailer license for Kine Buds Maywood LLC with a $5,000 renewal fee
• Award of $97,490 professional services contract to Neglia Engineering for Memorial Park improvements at Spring Valley Road entrance
• Approval of $52,310.36 payment #3 for Memorial Park field lighting improvements
• Appointment of Jessica Glynn as Recreation Director at $85,000 annual salary

The council promoted Sergeant William Phayre to Lieutenant and Police Officer Brian Rubio to Sergeant, both effective March 24, 2026. It renewed Kine Buds Maywood LLC's cannabis retailer license for one year, requiring a $5,000 renewal fee, and warned that future failure to pay taxes will result in immediate closure. The council also approved road closures on Lethbridge Lane and Fairmount Avenue during school arrival, dismissal, and recess hours, and introduced Ordinance #5-26 to codify those closures. A consent agenda was adopted covering payments, professional services contracts, appointments, and equipment purchases.

• Promoted Sergeant William Phayre to Lieutenant (Resolution #98-26) – motion carried
• Promoted Police Officer Brian Rubio to Sergeant (Resolution #99-26) – motion carried
• Approved bills list – motion carried; Councilmember Padovano recused from Our Town item
• Adopted consent agenda (Resolutions #100-26 through #110-26) – motion carried
• Renewed Kine Buds Maywood LLC's cannabis license for one year (Resolution #109-26) – motion carried; future tax non-payment will trigger immediate closure
• Approved road closures on Lethbridge Lane and Fairmount Avenue during school hours (Resolution #110-26) – motion carried
• Introduced Ordinance #5-26 to amend Chapter 312 (Vehicles and Traffic) – first reading passed; public hearing set for April 28, 2026
• Approved hiring a per diem OPRA assistant for the Police Department – motion carried

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council of Maywood held a closed session to discuss a personnel matter, citing the Open Public Meetings Act. The agenda indicates the body did not plan to return to public session for action after the closed portion. No votes, dollar amounts, or other substantive public business were listed on the agenda.

• Closed session authorized to discuss personnel
• No public agenda items beyond procedural statements and adjournment

The council adopted four ordinances creating overlay districts and a new affordable housing chapter to meet the Borough's Fourth Round fair share obligation. The council also unanimously revoked the retail cannabis license of Kine Buds for failing to file transfer tax reports and remit payments for the third and fourth quarters of 2025. Several resolutions were approved, including tax refunds, a shared services agreement for a police pistol range, and the appointment of a Recreation Director.

• Adopted Ordinance #1-26 creating Affordable Housing 1 Overlay District at 25 East Spring Valley Avenue (6-1, Ullman no)
• Adopted Ordinance #2-26 creating Brook Avenue Stacked Townhome Overlay District (6-1, Ullman no)
• Adopted Ordinance #3-26 creating West Passaic Street Stacked Townhome Overlay District (6-1, Ullman no)
• Adopted Ordinance #4-26 repealing and replacing Chapter 211 'Affordable Housing' (6-1, Ullman no)
• Revoked Kine Buds retail cannabis license (Resolution #96-26) for failure to file transfer tax reports and remit payments (unanimous)
• Approved tax refunds: $11,812.43 to P&V Panteleakis and $125,000 to S.W.S. Realty Assoc (Resolutions #81-26 and #82-26)
• Approved shared services agreement with Hasbrouck Heights for police pistol range (Resolution #95-26)
• Appointed Jessica Glynn as Recreation Director at $85,000 annual salary (Resolution #97-26)

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The Maywood Borough Council is holding a special meeting to consider two consent-agenda items: a service agreement with the Bergen County Utilities Authority for CRP services (Resolution #78-26) and a purchase for the Maywood Police Department (Resolution #79-26). The meeting will also include a vote on bills and public comment.

• Resolution #78-26: Service agreement with Bergen County Utilities Authority for CRP services
• Resolution #79-26: Purchase for Maywood Police Department
• Presentation of bills and claims with public comment opportunity

The Maywood Borough Council held a special Zoom meeting on February 23, 2026, and unanimously approved two resolutions: a service agreement with the Bergen County Utilities Authority for a Certified Recycling Professional (CRP) to assist with the annual recycling tonnage report, and the purchase of a new Alcotest 9510 machine for the Police Department for $24,984.00 via state contract. The bills list was also approved unanimously, with Councilmember Padovano abstaining on one item. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

• Approved service agreement with Bergen County Utilities Authority for CRP services (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Alcotest 9510 machine for Police Department for $24,984.00 (unanimous)
• Approved bills list (unanimous; Councilmember Padovano abstained on Our Town)

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The agenda is entirely procedural: the council will enter a closed session to discuss personnel and potential litigation, with no public action items listed. The meeting opens with a public comment period, then moves to closed session.

• Closed session to discuss personnel and potential litigation
• No public action items on the agenda

The council voted unanimously to introduce four ordinances on first reading: three create overlay districts to allow mid-rise apartments and stacked townhomes with 20% affordable set-asides, and one repeals and replaces the entire affordable housing chapter of the borough code. A public hearing and final vote are scheduled for March 10, 2026. The council also approved a consent agenda that included endorsing the updated Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, appointing a new fair share housing counsel, and hiring seasonal pool and summer club staff.

• Introduced Ordinance #1-26 creating the AH-1 Overlay District at 25 East Spring Valley Avenue (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance #2-26 creating the Brook Avenue Stacked Townhome Overlay District (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance #3-26 creating the West Passaic Street Stacked Townhome Overlay District (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance #4-26 repealing and replacing Chapter 211 'Affordable Housing' (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution #77-26 endorsing the updated Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
• Appointed Wendy R. Quiroga as Fair Share Housing Counsel for 2026
• Hired David Wells as Pool Manager and Kyle Rupinski as Snack Stand Manager for the Maywood Swim Pool
• Hired Chris Saingas as Summer Club Director and Karen Anderson as Assistant Club Director

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The Maywood Mayor and Council are holding a closed session to discuss personnel matters and negotiations with the Policemen's Benevolent Association (PBA). The meeting begins with a public comment period, after which the public will be excluded. The council does not plan to return to a public session afterward but reserves the right to do so.

• Closed session for personnel issues
• Closed session for PBA contract negotiations
• Public comment period before closed session
• Council may take action after closed session if needed

The council approved a shared services agreement with Paramus for CFO, tax collector, and treasurer services (Resolution #66-26). They also approved a revised collective bargaining agreement with PBA Local 102 for 2025-2029, rescinding a prior resolution. The consent agenda, including appointments of a police officer, fair share housing counsel, and affordable housing consultant, was adopted unanimously.

• Approved shared services agreement with Paramus for CFO, tax collector, and treasurer (Resolution #66-26)
• Approved revised collective bargaining agreement with PBA Local 102 for 2025-2029, rescinding prior Resolution #259-25 (Resolution #67-26)
• Approved appointment of Anthony Gangemi as full police officer (Resolution #54-26)
• Approved appointment of Patrick J. McNamara as fair share housing counsel (Resolutions #55-26 and #56-26)
• Approved appointment of Triad Associates as affordable housing consultant, contract not to exceed $10,000 (Resolution #57-26)
• Approved retirement of Lieutenant Darryl Wuhrl with total payout of $96,428.26 and transfer of service weapon (Resolution #58-26)
• Approved settlement agreement in Pearly Simon lawsuit against the borough and DPW (Resolution #60-26)
• Approved change order #3 ($14,125.44) and payment #2 ($74,026.62) for Loughlin Place and Taplin Avenue roadway improvements (Resolutions #64-26 and #65-26)

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The Mayor and Council are conducting a reorganization meeting to establish the 2026 schedule of meetings and fill various municipal roles. This includes swearing in elected officials, fire department officers, and several local board members.

• Swearing in of Council members Jacqueline Flynn and Jacqueline DeMuro
• Appointment of John L. Schettino, Esq. as Borough Attorney
• Appointment of Steven D. Wielkotz as Borough Auditor
• Appointment of Neglia Engineering Associates as Borough Engineer for 2026-2028
• Swearing in of 2026 Fire Department and Fire Police officers

The Mayor and Council unanimously approved the re-appointment of John L. Schettino, Esq. as Borough Attorney, Steven D. Wielkotz as Borough Auditor, Steven L. Rogut, Esq. as Bond Counsel, and Michael J. Neglia of Neglia Engineering Associates as Borough Engineer for 2026. The council also adopted a temporary budget, approved the 2026 meeting schedule, and authorized professional services contracts for these positions. Two lawsuit settlements were approved: one involving a police department matter and another involving a property dispute.

• Appointed John L. Schettino, Esq. as Borough Attorney for 2026 (unanimous)
• Appointed Steven D. Wielkotz as Borough Auditor for 2026 (unanimous)
• Appointed Steven L. Rogut, Esq. as Bond Counsel for 2026 (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael J. Neglia of Neglia Engineering as Borough Engineer for 2026-2028 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2026 Schedule of Meetings and temporary budget appropriations (unanimous)
• Approved settlement in Albara Karkis v. Derek Smith, Borough of Maywood et al. (unanimous)
• Approved settlement in Carole R. Kulman and George Kulman v. Borough of Maywood et al. (unanimous)
• Increased bid threshold to $53,000 and quotation threshold to $7,950 for Qualified Purchasing Agent (unanimous)