Maywood public meetings in 2022
24 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Mayor Council
The council approved multiple shared services agreements, including one with Paramus for grass/leaf collection and disposal (up to $15,000) and another for 911 emergency telephone services ($4,905.50 for 2023). A shared services agreement with Bergen County for public health, environmental health, and animal control services (2023-2026) was also approved. Resolution #238-22 (shared services with Paramus for leaf collection) was pulled from the agenda and no action was taken.
- Approved Resolution #229-22: Endorsed a DCA grant application for reconstructing two basketball courts and constructing one pickleball court at Memorial Park.
- Approved Resolution #230-22: Authorized a $198,685 matching grant from Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund for Memorial Park soccer field lighting improvements.
- Approved Resolution #231-22: Approved Change Order #2 for the Wyoming Avenue roadway improvements contract, decreasing the amount by $1,036.33.
- Approved Resolution #232-22: Accepted Payment #3 of $342,866.50 for the Wyoming Avenue roadway improvements project.
- Approved Resolution #233-22: Accepted Payment #1 of $179,188.64 for the Maybrook Drive roadway improvements project.
- Approved Resolution #234-22: Authorized payment of $18,000 to Door Works Inc. for replacement of two garage doors.
- Approved Resolution #235-22: Authorized payment of $10,850 to Almighty Tree Service and $20,350 to Rich Tree Service for tree and stump removal.
- Approved Resolution #236-22: Authorized purchase of an uninterrupted power supply system from Stillwell Hansen, Inc. for $46,961.
Mayor Council
The council approved a settlement agreement resolving salary and labor issues with DPW employee John Buskiewicz, and authorized a side bar agreement modifying the collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 97. They also approved a cooperative purchasing agreement with Sourcewell, adopted the 2023 meeting schedule, and appointed Michael Smith to the Historical Committee. The council decided not to make changes to Paterson Avenue based on professional recommendations.
- Approved Resolution #226-22: Settlement agreement with DPW employee John Buskiewicz on salary and labor issues
- Approved Resolution #227-22: Side bar agreement modifying the collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 97
- Approved Resolution #228-22: Cooperative purchasing agreement with Sourcewell
- Approved Resolution #225-22: Extension of liquor license to Cynthia A. Rivara as executor of Victor's Maywood Inn
- Accepted proposed 2023 meeting schedule; reorganization meeting set for January 4, 2023
- Appointed Michael Smith to the Maywood Historical Committee (term expiring 12/31/22)
- Decided not to make changes to Paterson Avenue based on police and OEM reports
- Approved payment of bills and claims
Mayor Council
The council adopted three ordinances on second and final reading: Ordinance #18-22, which amends the borough code to regulate permitted cannabis industries, including where they can locate and licensing fees; Ordinance #19-22, which establishes salary ranges for borough officers and employees; and Ordinance #20-22, which updates the borough's schedule of fees. All three ordinances were approved unanimously. The council also approved a series of resolutions, including appointments to the fire department, a contract for engineering services for Memorial Park, and a resolution opposing new state restrictions on craft breweries.
- Adopted Ordinance #18-22 regulating permitted cannabis industries (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance #19-22 establishing salary ranges for borough officers and employees (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance #20-22 updating the borough's schedule of fees (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #222-22 awarding a $7,175 contract to Neglia Engineering for Memorial Park improvements (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #223-22 appointing William Micholas and Reuel Blume as Junior Firefighters (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #224-22 appointing Corey Eyer, Nelson Silfa, and Harrison Hague as Probationary Firefighters (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #221-22 opposing NJ ABC special conditions on limited brewery licensees (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #216-22 authorizing submission of a Municipal Alliance grant strategic plan (unanimous)
Mayor Council
The council approved a $131,932 change order for Wyoming Avenue roadway improvements and various streets, and a $31,966 change order for East Pleasant Avenue. They also adopted a 2% salary increase for non-union employees retroactive to January 1, 2022, and introduced ordinances to update employee salaries and the municipal fee schedule. Several other resolutions were passed, including appointments, purchases, and contracts for professional services.
- Approved $131,932 change order for Wyoming Avenue roadway improvements (unanimous)
- Approved $31,966 change order for East Pleasant Avenue CDBG-funded project (unanimous)
- Adopted 2% salary increase for non-union employees retroactive to Jan 1, 2022 (unanimous)
- Introduced Ordinance #19-22 to establish employee salaries and compensation (first reading)
- Introduced Ordinance #20-22 to update municipal fee schedule (first reading)
- Approved $27,051.75 purchase of fire department turnout gear (unanimous)
- Approved $39,725 purchase of trash cans for Special Improvement District (unanimous)
- Appointed two substitute crossing guards at $20/hr and $15/hr (unanimous)
Mayor Council
The council unanimously adopted a $2.59 million bond ordinance (Ordinance #16-22) to fund various public improvements, including roof replacements, road resurfacing, soccer field lighting, and new equipment. They also suspended the existing cannabis code and introduced a new ordinance to regulate permitted cannabis businesses, with a final hearing set for November 10, 2022. A resolution refunding a $265,498.24 duplicate sewer payment to Stepan Chemical was approved unanimously.
- Adopted $2.59M bond ordinance for capital improvements (unanimous)
- Suspended Chapter 140A cannabis code via Resolution #196-22 (unanimous)
- Introduced Ordinance #18-22 to amend cannabis regulations (unanimous)
- Approved $265,498.24 refund to Stepan Chemical for duplicate sewer payment (unanimous)
- Accepted resignation of crossing guard Virginia Doring
- Tabled action on Grant Writer RFQs until next meeting
Mayor Council
The Mayor and Council approved Resolution #191-22, awarding a 4-year contract for residential solid waste and recycling collection/disposal to Gaeta Recycling of Paterson, New Jersey, for $3,108,000. The resolution modifies a previously awarded 3-year contract. The vote was unanimous among the six members present.
- Awarded 4-year solid waste and recycling contract to Gaeta Recycling for $3,108,400 (unanimous)
Mayor Council
The council awarded a $1,294,772.26 contract to 4 Clean-Up, Inc. for Briarcliff Avenue roadway improvements and a $2,428,800 three-year solid waste/recycling contract to Gaeta Recycling. It also approved a $240,127.82 contract for Maybrook Drive improvements, a $22,825.30 salt spreader purchase, and introduced an ordinance for a 15-minute parking spot at 102 West Pleasant Avenue. A petition to close Paterson Avenue as a dead end was referred to the police department for a traffic study.
- Awarded $1,294,772.26 Briarcliff Avenue roadway contract to 4 Clean-Up, Inc. (unanimous)
- Awarded $2,428,800 three-year solid waste/recycling contract to Gaeta Recycling (unanimous)
- Awarded $240,127.82 Maybrook Drive roadway contract to American Asphalt & Trucking, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved $22,825.30 purchase/installation of two salt spreader assemblies from Cliffside Body Corp. (unanimous)
- Approved $18,978.41 payment to Beatty Harvey Coco Architects for library improvements (unanimous)
- Approved grant application to NJDEP Natural Climate Solutions for Pleasant Avenue stormwater improvements (unanimous)
- Authorized 15-minute parking spot at 102 West Pleasant Avenue via resolution and introduced Ordinance #17-22 (unanimous)
- Approved ejector pump replacement and new garbage cans on W. Pleasant Avenue (unanimous)
Mayor Council
The council unanimously introduced a $2,590,600 bond ordinance to fund various public improvements, including road resurfacing, park upgrades, and new equipment. An emergency appropriation of $4,923 for down payments on improvements was also approved. Two board appointments were made, and a resolution to apply for a Natural Climate Solutions Grant was authorized.
- Introduced $2,590,600 bond ordinance for improvements including road resurfacing, park upgrades, and equipment (unanimous)
- Approved emergency appropriation of $4,923 for down payments on improvements (unanimous)
- Authorized resolution to apply for Natural Climate Solutions Grant (unanimous)
- Appointed Sheila Calfayan to Recreation Advisory Board and Ronald M. Durso to Historical Committee (unanimous)
- Accepted August 2022 monthly reports from Finance, Police, Building, Recycling, and Recreation departments (unanimous)
Mayor Council
The council adopted two ordinances on second reading: Ordinance #14-22 prohibits short-term vacation rentals and unlawful event spaces in residential properties, and Ordinance #15-22 revises road excavation permit fees and performance guaranty requirements. The council also approved 16 resolutions covering personnel moves, road project payments, police equipment purchases, and a resolution opposing proposed 22.8% state health benefits premium increases.
- Adopted Ordinance #14-22 banning short-term vacation rentals and unlawful event spaces in residential properties (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance #15-22 revising road excavation permit fees and performance guaranty requirements (unanimous)
- Approved $358,928.29 payment voucher #1 for Wyoming Avenue roadway improvements
- Approved $211,090 contract award to D&L Paving for East Pleasant Avenue roadway improvements
- Approved $56,456.50 purchase of police radio repeater from Motorola using DEA seized funds
- Approved $111,748 purchase of police radios and software support from Zetron using DEA seized funds
- Approved resolution opposing proposed 22.8% state health benefits premium increase for 2023
- Appointed Sheryl Luna as Chief Finance Officer and Tax Collector via shared services agreement with Paramus
Mayor Council
The Mayor and Council unanimously adopted three resolutions: hiring two seasonal lifeguards, appointing Michael Pegg as Property Maintenance Enforcement Agent, and authorizing a $22,500 grant application for a washer/dryer to clean firefighter turnout gear, with a 20% Borough contribution not to exceed $4,500. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 9:50 a.m.
- Adopted Resolution #167-22 hiring Grace Waleck and Evan Fonseca as full-time lifeguards at $13.00/hour (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #168-22 appointing Michael Pegg as Property Maintenance Enforcement Agent at $18.00/hour, up to 20 hours/week (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #169-22 authorizing application for ARP-FFG grant of $22,500 for firefighter gear washer/dryer, with Borough contributing up to $4,500 (unanimous)
Mayor Council
The Maywood Borough Council adopted two ordinances on second reading: one updating construction standards for curbs, driveway aprons, and sidewalks, and another setting a $350 per hour fee for Department of Public Works property maintenance remediation on private property. The council also introduced two ordinances on first reading, including a prohibition on short-term vacation rentals and unlawful event spaces in residential properties, and a revision to road opening permit requirements. Ordinance #8-22, which would have expanded the RC Restricted Commercial Business District for affordable housing, was pulled from the agenda. All resolutions and the bill list were approved as presented.
- Adopted Ordinance #11-22 updating curb, driveway apron, and sidewalk construction standards
- Adopted Ordinance #12-22 setting DPW property maintenance remediation fee at $350/hour plus materials
- Introduced Ordinance #14-22 prohibiting short-term vacation rentals and unlawful event spaces in residential properties
- Introduced Ordinance #15-22 revising road opening permit requirements for openings over 6 square feet
- Pulled Ordinance #8-22 (RC District expansion for affordable housing) from the agenda
- Approved Resolutions #161-22 through #166-22, including liquor license renewals, library architect payment of $56,082.77, snow plowing agreement at $115/hour, and LOSAP payments totaling $33,070.18
- Approved bill list and prior meeting minutes
- Approved resolution authorizing Green Purchasing Policy
Mayor Council
The Mayor and Council unanimously adopted Ordinance #9-22, which amends the land use ordinance to create new townhouse overlay districts (THO-2 and THO-3) and modifies the existing THO district, including affordable housing set-asides and parking requirements. The council also unanimously approved six resolutions covering seasonal hires, a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 97, a Bigbelly trash can lease, a redevelopment plan, bid advertising for East Pleasant Avenue improvements, and a salary adjustment. Two cannabis-related ordinances (#6-22 and #13-22) were pulled from the agenda and not adopted.
- Adopted Ordinance #9-22 creating THO-2 and THO-3 townhouse overlay districts (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #153-22 hiring 14 seasonal Summer Club counselors at $15/hr (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #154-22 collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 97 for 2021-2024 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #155-22 authorizing payment to Bigbelly for compacting trash cans (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #156-22 engaging Remington Engineering for redevelopment plan (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #157-22 advertising for bids for East Pleasant Avenue improvements (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #158-22 adjusting swim pool employee salary and appointing substitute lifeguard (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #159-22 shared services agreement with Paramus for CFO, tax collector, treasurer services (unanimous)
Mayor Council
The Maywood Borough Council adopted the East Hunter Avenue Redevelopment Plan (Ordinance #7-22) and an Affordable Housing ordinance (#10-22), both unanimously, to meet state-mandated housing obligations. The council also re-introduced a cannabis ordinance (#6-22) with a two-license cap per class and introduced a fee schedule for cannabis licenses (#13-22). A resolution endorsing the Housing Element and Fair Share Plan was also approved.
- Adopted East Hunter Avenue Redevelopment Plan (Ordinance #7-22) unanimously
- Adopted Affordable Housing ordinance (Ordinance #10-22) unanimously
- Re-introduced cannabis ordinance (#6-22) with two-license cap per class
- Introduced cannabis license fee ordinance (#13-22) with renewal fees up to $15,000
- Endorsed Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (Resolution #142-22)
- Approved 2022/2023 liquor license renewals (Resolution #140-22)
- Approved $34,610 engineering contract for municipal building moisture repairs (Resolution #147-22)
- Approved $9,159 standing mower purchase (Resolution #149-22)
Mayor Council
The Mayor and Council adopted Resolutions #129-22 through #139-22, covering pool and summer club hires, engineering payments, and a redevelopment investigation. They also passed Ordinances #2-22 through #5-22 on second reading, including bond ordinances for East Pleasant Avenue and Briarcliff Avenue improvements. Additionally, they introduced several ordinances on first reading, including cannabis licensing limits and affordable housing zoning changes.
- Adopted Resolutions #129-22 through #139-22 (unanimous)
- Passed Ordinance #2-22 increasing LOSAP contribution to $1,800 (unanimous)
- Passed Ordinance #3-22 increasing fire clothing allowances (unanimous)
- Passed Ordinance #4-22 authorizing $245,000 for East Pleasant Avenue improvements (unanimous)
- Passed Ordinance #5-22 authorizing $1,130,000 for Briarcliff Avenue improvements (unanimous)
- Introduced Ordinance #6-22 limiting cannabis licenses to 2 per class (unanimous)
- Introduced Ordinance #7-22 adopting East Hunter Avenue Redevelopment Plan (unanimous)
- Introduced Ordinances #8-22 and #9-22 amending zoning for affordable housing (unanimous)
Mayor Council
The Maywood Borough Council adopted the 2022 municipal budget and an ordinance to exceed state budget caps by 3.5%, allowing a $478,379.44 increase. Two new police officers, Stephanie Laurent and Alana Luna, were appointed at a starting salary of $55,305.09 each. The council also approved a series of resolutions, including the purchase of a hybrid vehicle and the removal of two fire department members, and introduced several ordinances for future consideration.
- Adopted 2022 municipal budget (motion carried)
- Adopted Ordinance #1-22 to exceed budget cap by 3.5% ($478,379.44) (motion carried)
- Appointed Stephanie Laurent as police officer, effective June 1, 2022 (motion carried)
- Appointed Alana Luna as police officer, effective June 1, 2022 (motion carried)
- Approved resolutions #115-22 through #127-22, excluding #117-22 (OPRA reform pulled) (motion carried)
- Introduced Ordinances #2-22 through #5-22 on first reading (motion carried)
- Accepted resignation of Drew DeGroat from DPW (accepted without discussion)
- Appointed Katherine Bennin to Recreation Advisory Board (motion carried)
Mayor Council
The Maywood Mayor and Council held a work session on May 10, 2022, where they unanimously approved two resolutions: accepting a $24,000 state grant for three electric vehicle charging stations and endorsing the 'Bag Up NJ' campaign. They also unanimously approved outdoor dining permits for three local restaurants. Several other items were discussed and scheduled for future meetings, including resolutions for the May 24 agenda and ordinances to be introduced.
- Approved Resolution #110-22 accepting $24,000 NJDEP grant for 3 EV charging stations (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #111-22 endorsing 'Bag Up NJ' campaign (unanimous)
- Approved outdoor dining permits for Amici, Maywood Pancake House, and Twin Door Tavern (unanimous)
- Moved to closed session twice for litigation (COAH) and personnel matters (unanimous)
Mayor Council
The Maywood Council approved a contract with Ronald Mondello as cannabis licensing advisor for up to $5,000, and authorized $278,928.05 for Motorola portable communication equipment for the police department, funded by DEA forfeiture monies. They also approved resolutions for grant applications, a deputy clerk hire, seasonal pool staff, and other routine items. The bill list was approved with Councilman Roer voting no.
- Approved contract with Ronald Mondello as cannabis licensing advisor, not to exceed $5,000
- Authorized $278,928.05 payment to Motorola Solutions for police portable communication equipment
- Approved hiring Stefani Lindenau as Deputy Clerk at $50,000/year
- Approved Bergen County Open Space grant applications for pool concrete slab and soccer field lighting
- Approved interlocal agreement with Rochelle Park for vehicle repair services
- Approved seasonal pool hires including lifeguards, swim instructors, and managers
- Approved bill list (Councilman Roer voted no)
- Approved cancellation of stale-dated checks totaling $2,257.00
Mayor Council
The Maywood Borough Council introduced the 2022 municipal budget, including an ordinance to exceed the state cap by 3.5% (amounting to $478,379.44) and establish a cap bank. The council also approved a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 97 for 2021-2024. Both actions passed unanimously. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for May 24, 2022.
- Introduced Ordinance #1-22 to increase budget appropriations by 3.5% ($478,379.44) and establish a cap bank (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #98-22 accepting the collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 97 for 2021-2024 (unanimous)
Mayor Council
The Mayor and Council approved discounted 2022 swim pool memberships for employees, first responders, and board/commission members, and appointed Bonny Germino as Finance Clerk at $45,000/year. They also approved a $127,005.55 payment for library and Spencer Joseph Way parking lot improvements, and a $13,302.75 contract for lawn care services. Several items were tabled for the April 26 meeting, including open space grant applications and a radio purchase.
- Approved Resolution #95-22 for 2022 swim pool discounts (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #94-22 appointing Bonny Germino as Finance Clerk at $45,000/year
- Approved Resolution #93-22 payment of $127,005.55 to AJM Contractors for parking lot improvements
- Approved Resolution #92-22 endorsing COVID CDBG application for touchless fixtures
- Approved Resolution #96-22 authorizing $13,302.75 for lawn care services
- Accepted resignations of per-diem telecommunicator James Zwerling and Recycling Committee member Leslie Ames
- Appointed Amanda DellaFave to Green Team (term expiring 12/31/2022)
- Tabled moisture protection remediation proposal for Borough Hall pending further testing
Mayor Council
The Maywood Mayor and Council approved a package of 23 resolutions (69-22 through 91-22) unanimously, covering a range of items from a shared services agreement with Paramus for 911 services to various equipment purchases and appointments. The Council also approved the bills list, re-adopted the Mayor and Council By-laws, and approved a request from the Senior Citizens Club to use the Pool parking lot. The meeting concluded with a closed session on personnel matters.
- Approved shared services agreement with Paramus for 911 services, $4,087.92 (unanimous)
- Approved $120,333.22 payment for Library & Spencer Joseph Way parking lot improvements (unanimous)
- Approved $198,685 grant agreement for Fred Zigrest Centennial Park/Grove Park playground improvements (unanimous)
- Approved $120,000 CDBG grant agreement for East Pleasant Avenue road improvements (unanimous)
- Approved $12,500 fireworks display agreement for July 4th celebration (unanimous)
- Approved salary adjustments for five non-contractual employees, retroactive to Jan 1, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Phillip Cheff as Construction Official at $60,000/year (unanimous)
- Approved removal of three members from Maywood Fire Department (unanimous)
Mayor Council
The Mayor and Council approved Resolution 68-22 authorizing $5,842 for WatchGuard, Inc. software license and support for the Police Department, paid from DEA seized funds. The council also accepted a resignation, made Green Team appointments, and approved hosting National Night Out. Several resolutions were placed on the March 22 agenda, including the 2021 stormwater report and a 911 interlocal agreement. No public comments were made during the first public session.
- Approved $5,842 WatchGuard software payment from DEA funds (unanimous)
- Accepted resignation of Administrative Assistant Kathy Cilento
- Appointed Felicia Benson-Kraft and Jeff Kraft to Green Team (unanimous)
- Approved request to host National Night Out at Memorial Park
- Placed 2021 stormwater report resolution on March 22 agenda
- Placed 2022 911 interlocal agreement resolution on March 22 agenda
- Placed Bergen Landscaping sunshade installation award on March 22 agenda
- Placed Fire Department vehicle repair resolution on March 22 agenda
Mayor Council
The Maywood Borough Council unanimously approved resolutions #59-22 through #67-22, which include final payment for the 1 Brook Avenue project, a shared services agreement with Paramus for grass/leaf collection, hiring seasonal DPW employees, and appointing Adrian Febre as Borough Administrator at $120,000 annually. The council also approved the minutes from prior meetings, with two members abstaining on the December 28, 2021 minutes, and appointed Luis Pena to the Green Team. The meeting included a discussion on the borough's revaluation process and reports on various committee activities.
- Approved minutes from six prior meetings, with Councilman Conoscenti and Council President DeMuro abstaining on the December 28, 2021 minutes
- Approved the bills list unanimously
- Appointed Luis Pena to the Green Team unanimously
- Adopted Resolutions #59-22 through #67-22 unanimously, including final payment of $1,395.00 for the 1 Brook Avenue project
- Authorized a shared services agreement with Paramus for grass/leaf collection and disposal services
- Authorized hiring six seasonal DPW employees and five standby snow plow drivers
- Appointed Adrian Febre as Borough Administrator with annual compensation of $120,000
- Awarded a professional services contract to Paul Cowie and Associates for a street tree inventory for $29,500.00
Mayor Council
The Mayor and Council unanimously approved Resolutions #44-22 through #58-22, covering a range of actions including joining nationwide opioid settlement agreements, paying $246,750 for emergent repairs on Howcroft Road after Tropical Storm Ida, and approving a $63,897.47 payment for South Elm Street improvements. The council also unanimously approved paying former dispatcher Christopher Hill for 139 unused hours and made several appointments to boards and committees.
- Approved Resolutions #44-22 through #58-22 unanimously
- Authorized joining opioid settlement agreements with Johnson & Johnson, McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen
- Approved $246,750 payment to Montana Construction for Howcroft Road Ida repairs
- Approved $63,897.47 payment voucher #1 for South Elm Street improvements
- Approved $31,762.77 payment to Beatty Harvey Coco Architects for library improvements
- Approved $13,527.75 purchase of hydraulic cutter for Fire Department
- Approved paying Christopher Hill $ for 139 unused hours (unanimous)
- Approved appointments to Library Board, Green Team, and Special Improvement District
Mayor Council
The Mayor and Council met for a work session on January 4, 2022, but took no formal votes or decisions. They discussed several potential future resolutions, including a payment voucher for South Elm Street improvements, engineering proposals for road projects, and a fire department equipment purchase, all pending further action. The meeting ended with a unanimous vote to enter closed session for personnel matters and then adjourn.
- No formal decisions made during work session
- Discussed payment voucher #1 for South Elm Street improvements (future agenda)
- Discussed engineering proposals for Briarcliff Avenue, East Pleasant Avenue, and Elm Street to Maywood/Hackensack boundary (future agendas)
- Discussed fire department equipment purchase (pending fund confirmation)
- Discussed National Opioid Settlement (Councilwoman Flynn)
- Unanimously voted to enter closed session for personnel matters
- Unanimously voted to return to public and adjourn