Maywood public meetings in 2023

Mayor Council

The council approved a one-time $40,000 contribution to the Maywood Board of Education for school security services (Resolution #261-23, vote 4-2). They also authorized a shared services agreement with Paramus for 911 emergency telephone services at $5,040 for 2024 (Resolution #257-23), released a $30,862.30 performance bond for 113 Essex Street (Resolution #258-23), and a $5,000 safety bond for Maywood Sherwood Village LLC (Resolution #259-23). A budget transfer resolution (#260-23) was adopted via consent agenda. The council discussed a $33,774.57 loss from the summer club program and authorized advertising for staffing and outreach to Rochelle Park.

• Approved $40,000 one-time contribution to Maywood Board of Education for school security (4-2)
• Authorized shared services agreement with Paramus for 911 emergency telephone services, $5,040 for 2024
• Released $30,862.30 cash performance bond for 113 Essex Street
• Released $5,000 cash safety bond for Maywood Sherwood Village LLC parking lot
• Adopted budget transfer resolution (#260-23) via consent agenda
• Authorized advertising for summer club staffing and outreach to Rochelle Park for program access

Mayor Council

The Borough Council passed ordinances to amend land use codes and authorize a bond for new fire department radio equipment. The meeting also included the approval of renaming the Maywood Public Library to honor the Hackbarth family.

• Ordinance #19-23: $520,000 bond for new fire department radio equipment
• Ordinance #15-23: Amendment to land use code to include tattoo businesses
• Resolution #242-23: Renaming Maywood Public Library to The James and Pauline Hackbarth Free Public Library of Maywood
• Resolution #246-23: Appointment of towing companies for 2024
• Resolution #250-23: Purchase from Rapid Assault Tools for Police Department

The council unanimously adopted two ordinances on second reading: one amending the land-use code to allow tattoo businesses in the RC Restricted Commercial Business District, and a $520,000 bond ordinance to purchase new radio equipment for the Fire Department. The council also approved 16 resolutions by consent, including a $506,186.97 contract with Motorola Solutions for mobile radios, a $456,679.76 payment to DTS Trucking for Memorial Park improvements, and the renaming of the Maywood Public Library to honor James and Pauline Hackbarth. The meeting included an engineer's report on multiple capital projects and a closed session for public safety.

• Adopted Ordinance #15-23 amending land-use code to allow tattoo businesses in RC district (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #19-23 authorizing $520,000 bond for Fire Department radio equipment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #242-23 renaming Maywood Public Library to 'The James and Pauline Hackbarth Free Public Library of Maywood'
• Approved Resolution #248-23 purchasing mobile radios from Motorola Solutions for $506,186.97
• Approved Resolution #255-23 paying $456,679.76 to DTS Trucking for Memorial Park improvements
• Approved Resolution #244-23 advertising for bids on Howcroft Road roadway improvements
• Approved Resolution #245-23 advertising for bids on Maywood Pool decking improvements
• Approved Resolution #246-23 appointing six towing companies for 2024

Mayor Council

The Maywood Borough Council is holding a special meeting to introduce a bond ordinance for new fire department radio equipment and to consider two resolutions, including awarding a bid for a cell tower easement. The bond ordinance would authorize $520,000 for the radios, with $25,000 from a down payment and $495,000 in bonds. The council will also vote on a resolution to accept a $1,280,000 bid from Wireless Propco for a 50-year easement on borough property at 30 West Hunter Street.

• Ordinance #19-23: Bond ordinance for $520,000 to acquire new radio equipment for the Fire Department, with $495,000 in bonds and $25,000 down payment.
• Resolution #239-23: Award of bid to Wireless Propco, LLC for $1,280,000 for a 50-year easement on borough property at 30 West Hunter Street (Block 124, Lot 36).
• Resolution #240-23: Capital budget amendment (details not provided in agenda).
• Public comment period: Five-minute time frame for residents to speak on agenda or off-agenda items.

The council introduced Ordinance #19-23, a $520,000 bond ordinance to acquire new radio equipment for the Fire Department, and set a final hearing for December 11, 2023. They also unanimously approved Resolution #239-23, awarding a $1,280,000 bid to Wireless Propco LLC for a 50-year easement on borough-owned property at 30 West Hunter Street. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:36 p.m.

• Introduced $520,000 bond ordinance for fire department radio equipment (first reading)
• Set final hearing on bond ordinance for December 11, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
• Approved $1,280,000 bid from Wireless Propco LLC for 50-year easement at 30 West Hunter Street (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Borough Council is holding a work session and regular meeting on November 9, 2023. Key actions include a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance #15-23 to amend the land-use code to allow tattoo businesses in the RC Restricted Commercial Business District, plus introduction of a new salt storage ordinance. The council will also consider several resolutions, including adopting a corrective action plan for the 2022 audit, authorizing professional service RFQs for 2024, approving clothing allowances for fire department members, and applying for a grant for a bandshell in Memorial Park.

• Ordinance #15-23: Amends Chapter 209 Land Use to add tattoo business as a permitted use in the RC Restricted Commercial Business District
• Resolution #234-23: Authorizes application for ~$430,000 NJ DCA grant for a Municipal Concert/Event Bandshell in Memorial Park
• Resolution #230-23: Approves $14,618 in clothing allowances for Fire Police members
• Resolution #233-23: Approves $54,127.50 in clothing allowances for Fire Department members
• Resolution to reject all bids for EV Charging Stations (NJDEP It Pays to Plug In grant) and re-advertise

The council approved a $403,269.02 payment for Memorial Park lawn surface and irrigation improvements, adopted a salt storage ordinance on first reading, and passed resolutions including a petition to the FAA to reduce air traffic noise. The meeting also included a presentation on fire department radios and capital planning, and a closed session for public safety discussion.

• Approved $403,269.02 payment for Memorial Park lawn and irrigation improvements (Resolution #235-23, unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #18-23 (Salt Storage) on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved petition to FAA to prioritize Route 17 alternate route for Teterboro arrivals (Resolution #238-23, unanimous)
• Approved $21,334.76 purchase of turnout gear for Fire Department (Resolution #236-23, unanimous)
• Approved $54,127.50 clothing allowance for Fire Department members (Resolution #233-23, unanimous)
• Approved $14,618.00 clothing allowance for Fire Police members (Resolution #230-23, unanimous)
• Authorized rejection of all bids for EV charging stations and re-advertisement (Resolution #237-23, unanimous)
• Approved application for $430,000 grant for bandshell in Memorial Park (Resolution #234-23, unanimous)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Borough Council is holding a work session and regular meeting with public hearings and final votes on four ordinances, including a $1,696,054.41 capital improvements package, a land use amendment to allow tattoo businesses in the RC district, a stormwater control regulation, and a new affordable housing chapter. The council will also consider multiple resolutions, including a shared services agreement with Paramus for grass/leaf collection, appointments, and a tax refund.

• Ordinance #14-23: $1,696,054.41 for Memorial Park improvements, EV charging stations, Memorial Pool deck replacement, and basketball/pickleball court resurfacing
• Ordinance #15-23: Amends land use code to add tattoo business as a permitted use in the RC Restricted Commercial Business District
• Ordinance #16-23: Regulates municipal stormwater control
• Ordinance #17-23: Adds Chapter 211 'Affordable Housing' to address NJ Superior Court requirements
• Resolution #217-23: Shared services agreement with Paramus for grass/leaf collection, up to $15,000 for leaf pickup and $4,375/month for yard waste

The council unanimously adopted a $1.7 million capital ordinance funding Memorial Park improvements, EV charging stations, pool decking, and basketball/pickleball court resurfacing. A land-use ordinance to allow tattoo businesses in the RC district was tabled until November pending Planning Board review. The council also approved a shared-services agreement with Paramus for leaf/grass collection and several personnel appointments.

• Adopted $1,696,054 capital ordinance for Memorial Park, EV stations, pool decking, and pickleball courts (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance #15-23 (amending land use to allow tattoo businesses) to November 9 meeting
• Approved shared-services agreement with Paramus for leaf/grass collection (up to $15,000)
• Appointed Nolan Foley as per-diem telecommunicator at $16.50/hour
• Appointed Maria Martinez and Dr. Alejandro Rodriguez Martinez as probationary firefighters
• Authorized $95,505.39 tax refund to Tropacano Enterprises per State Tax Court judgment
• Approved hiring of crossing guard Jesus Wilfredo Marasigan at $15.00/hour
• Adopted resolution endorsing RevolutionNJ for 250th anniversary commemoration

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council will consider a $1,696,054.41 capital ordinance for various public improvements, introduce four ordinances including affordable housing and stormwater control, and vote on a consent agenda of resolutions covering police promotions, professional service contracts, and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes a public comment period and a closed session for potential litigation.

• Ordinance #14-23: $1,696,054.41 capital improvements funded by capital surplus and grants
• Resolution #191-23: Promote Police Officer Christopher Nichols to Sergeant
• Resolution #197-23: $123,747 CDBG grant for Howcroft Roadway Improvements
• Resolution #196-23: $24,250 change order for Memorial Park lawn and irrigation
• Resolution #195-23: Appoint Patrick Waanders as Finance Clerk at $48,000 salary

The council unanimously promoted Police Officer Christopher Nichols to sergeant and hired two finance clerks at $48,000 each. It introduced a $1.7M capital ordinance for Memorial Park improvements, EV charging stations, pool decking, and pickleball courts, and approved multiple engineering contracts for road and stormwater projects. A cell tower bid was rejected and will be re-advertised.

• Promoted Police Officer Christopher Nichols to sergeant (unanimous)
• Hired Patrick Waanders as Finance Clerk at $48,000/year (unanimous)
• Hired Deborah Sarnel as Finance Clerk at $48,000/year (unanimous)
• Introduced $1,696,054 capital ordinance for park, EV, pool, and court improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $96,645 engineering contract for 2023/2024 road paving program (unanimous)
• Approved $18,940 engineering contract for Howcroft Road improvements (unanimous)
• Rejected incomplete cell tower bid; authorized re-advertising (unanimous)
• Approved $52,233.60 for Taser 7 replacements using DEA funds (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on two land use ordinances amending Chapter 209, then consider resolutions including professional services for EV charging stations, purchase of two hybrid police vehicles, and salary increases. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and reports, plus a closed session for attorney-client privileged matters.

• Ordinance #12-23: Adds licensed cosmetic/medical tattoo business as permitted use in RC Restricted Commercial Business District.
• Ordinance #13-23: Establishes overlay district for sexually oriented businesses, body piercing, tattoo (non-medical), and tobacco/nicotine/hookah/electronic smoking device retail, with conditions (200 ft from residential, Route 17 access, 9am-11pm hours).
• Resolution: Approve Neglia Engineering agreement for 3 EV charging stations at Municipal Building, Library, Spencer Joseph Way Parking Lot ($14,035 lump sum, $6,995 hourly, $750 materials).
• Resolution: Purchase two 2023 Hybrid Ford Utility Interceptor vehicles for Police Department via state contract.
• Resolutions: Salary increases for Deputy Clerk Stefani Lindenau to $55,000 and DPW Superintendent Gary Neumann to $111,000.

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council held a special meeting, went into closed session for a personnel matter, and then returned to public session to accept the verbal resignation of Accounts Payable Clerk Michael Juliano with no objections. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted verbal resignation of Accounts Payable Clerk Michael Juliano (no objections)

Mayor Council

The council awarded a $985,693.25 contract to DTS Trucking, LLC for Memorial Park lawn surface and irrigation improvements, and a $269,358.55 contract to Frank A. Macchione Construction, Inc. for East Fairmount Avenue roadway improvements. It also adopted the 2023 municipal budget, approved a 2% salary increase for non-union employees, and introduced ordinances to allow licensed cosmetic/medical tattoo businesses in the RC district and restrict other tattoo/body piercing businesses to an overlay district on Route 17. All resolutions passed unanimously except one councilmember abstained on the bill list and another was present on the budget vote.

• Adopted 2023 municipal budget (unanimous, one present)
• Awarded $985,693.25 Memorial Park lawn/irrigation contract to DTS Trucking, LLC (unanimous)
• Awarded $269,358.55 East Fairmount Avenue roadway contract to Frank A. Macchione Construction, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved 2% salary increase for non-union employees retroactive to Jan 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved revised use agreements with Rebel Aquatics Program and Wyckoff YMCA for pool use 2023-2025 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance #12-23 allowing licensed cosmetic/medical tattoo businesses in RC district (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance #13-23 restricting other tattoo/body piercing businesses to Route 17 overlay district (unanimous)
• Approved settlement with Veolia Water New Jersey for infrared repair of Briarcliff Avenue roadway damage (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council are holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the 2023 municipal budget and vote on a series of resolutions. Key actions include approving an emergency contract for a sanitary system collapse on West Pleasant Avenue, renewing liquor licenses, and considering a resolution supporting a recreational cannabis business license for Kine Buds Maywood. The meeting also includes routine items like appointing a tax assessor and hiring seasonal employees.

• Public hearing on 2023 municipal budget
• Emergency contract for roadway/sanitary system collapse on West Pleasant Avenue, up to $90,500
• Resolution supporting recreational cannabis license for Kine Buds Maywood at 113 East Passaic Street, Unit 2
• Renewal of liquor licenses for Maywood Liquors & Deli Inc. and Maywoods Marketplace LLC
• Appointment of Susan DeRosa as Tax Assessor with annual salary of $18,040.54

The council voted 4-0 (with one not voting and one absent) to approve a consent agenda including a resolution supporting Kine Buds Maywood's application for a Recreational Class 5 Cannabis Business License at 113 East Passaic Street, Unit 2. The resolution is subject to compliance with Planning Board and Board Engineer recommendations, a binding lease within 30 days, and a state license within 90 days. The council also approved resolutions renewing liquor licenses, appointing a tax assessor, authorizing emergency sewer repairs on West Pleasant Avenue, hiring seasonal summer club staff, and approving use agreements with Wyckoff YMCA and Rebel Aquatics for the pool.

• Approved consent agenda (Resolutions 157-23 through 165-23) 4-0 (Roer not voting, Flynn absent)
• Supported Kine Buds Maywood's cannabis license application, subject to conditions
• Renewed liquor licenses for Maywood Liquors & Deli and Maywoods Marketplace
• Appointed Susan DeRosa as Tax Assessor for 4-year term at $18,040.54/year
• Authorized emergency contract up to $90,500 for West Pleasant Avenue sewer collapse repair
• Hired two seasonal summer club counselors at $15.00/hour
• Approved revised pool use agreements with Wyckoff YMCA and Rebel Aquatics
• Authorized purchase of Fitness Court equipment for $125,000 after $30,000 grant

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance to exceed the state budget cap by 3.5% for 2023, and will consider multiple resolutions including pool use agreements, police equipment purchases and officer appointments, and a $25,000 blanket purchase order for pool chemicals. The meeting also includes presentations, proclamations, and reports from various departments.

• Ordinance #11-23 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits by 3.5% ($497,562.21) and establish a cap bank
• Resolution #141-23: Purchase of 36 suppressor height sights for Glock MOS models for police at $1,682.77
• Resolution #142-23: Transfer of $479,650.56 from Hackbarth Trust Account to Maywood Public Library
• Resolution #143-23: Authorize tax collector to mail estimated tax bills for 2023, with estimated tax levy of $39,707,019
• Resolution #151-23 and #152-23: Appoint Stephanie Laurent and Alana Luna as full police officers

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance #11-23, allowing the 2023 budget to increase up to 3.5% over the prior year and establishing a cap bank. They approved Resolution #142-23 transferring $479,650.56 from the Hackbarth Trust Account to the Maywood Public Library for its renovation project. Resolutions #141-23 through #155-23 were adopted as a block, including the purchase of police sights, seasonal hires, liquor license renewals, and appointments of a probationary firefighter and two full police officers. Two resolutions for swim pool use agreements with Rebel Aquatics and Wyckoff YMCA were pulled from the agenda.

• Adopted Ordinance #11-23 (cap bank ordinance) on second reading, unanimously
• Approved Resolution #142-23 transferring $479,650.56 from Hackbarth Trust Account to the Library
• Approved Resolution #141-23 purchasing 36 Glock MOS height sights for police ($1,682.77 from forfeited assets)
• Approved Resolution #145-23 hiring 13 seasonal Summer Club counselors at $16.00/hour
• Approved Resolution #146-23 renewing four liquor licenses effective July 1, 2023
• Approved Resolution #148-23 appointing Frank Jason Sanchez as probationary firefighter (12 months)
• Approved Resolutions #151-23 and #152-23 appointing Stephanie Laurent and Alana Luna as full police officers
• Approved Resolution #153-23 accepting a conditional $30,000 National Fitness Campaign Grant

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council introduced the 2023 municipal budget and related cap-bank ordinance, with a public hearing set for June 26. They also passed several land-use ordinances on second reading that implement the borough's affordable housing settlement, including expanding the RC commercial district to allow second-floor residential and creating new townhouse overlay districts. The council approved a series of resolutions covering bids, seasonal hires, police equipment purchases, and other routine matters.

• Introduced 2023 municipal budget; public hearing June 26 via Zoom
• Ordinance #11-23 to exceed budget cap by 3.5% ($497,562.21), establishing cap bank
• Ordinance #6-23 expands RC district to include specific blocks/lots, permits second-floor residential with 15% affordable set-aside
• Ordinance #7-23 creates THO-2 and THO-3 townhouse overlay districts, adjusts THO boundaries
• Resolutions #120-23 to #137-23 include bids for East Fairmount Avenue roadway and Memorial Park improvements, police Glock pistol purchases, and seasonal hires

The council adopted three land-use ordinances tied to the Borough's affordable housing settlement with the Fair Share Housing Center. Ordinance #6-23 expands the RC Restricted Commercial Business District and permits second-floor residential use with a 15% affordable set-aside. Ordinance #7-23 creates three new townhouse overlay districts (THO, THO-2, THO-3) with density limits and affordable housing set-asides. The council also introduced the 2023 municipal budget cap ordinance (Ordinance #11-23) for a 3.5% appropriation increase, set for final hearing on June 12, 2023.

• Adopted Ordinance #6-23 amending the RC Restricted Commercial Business District to allow second-floor residential use with 15% affordable set-aside
• Adopted Ordinance #7-23 creating THO, THO-2, and THO-3 townhouse overlay districts with density limits and affordable housing requirements
• Introduced Ordinance #11-23 to exceed the municipal budget cap by 3.5% ($497,562.21) for CY 2023, with final hearing set for June 12
• Adopted Ordinance #9-23 adding additional election compensation for the Borough Clerk at time-and-a-half
• Adopted Ordinance #10-23 updating towing fees to match New Jersey State Police maximum rates
• Approved consent agenda (Resolutions #120-23 through #138-23) including endorsement of the Housing Element & Fair Share Plan, bid advertisements for road and park improvements, seasonal hires, police equipment purchases, and a $176,715.78 library renovation reimbursement
• Approved minutes from April 24 and May 8, 2023 meetings
• Approved bills and claims as presented

Mayor Council

The council voted 4-2 against a resolution to trade in police Glocks, with Councilmembers Conoscenti and Cicarelli in favor and Flynn, Ullman, Roer, and Council President DeMuro opposed. A separate resolution to purchase optics for new Glocks and a resolution to purchase rails/grips/switches for H&K UMPS were tabled to the next meeting. The council unanimously approved Resolution #118-23 authorizing temporary seasonal hires for the swim pool at specified hourly rates. The bills list was approved unanimously.

• Denied resolution to trade in police Glocks (4-2)
• Tabled resolution to purchase optics for new Glocks to next meeting
• Tabled resolution to purchase rails/grips/switches for H&K UMPS to next meeting
• Approved Resolution #118-23 authorizing seasonal swim pool hires (unanimous)
• Approved bills list (unanimous)
• Approved Planning Board resolutions for COAH Ordinances #6-23, #7-23, #8-23 (unanimous)
• Accepted Senior Citizens Club request to use pool parking lot for trip May 22-24, 2023
• Approved going into closed session for personnel matters (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The council introduced two ordinances to amend the land use code to meet affordable housing obligations. Ordinance #6-23 expands the RC Restricted Commercial Business District and permits second-floor residential use with a 15% affordable set-aside. Ordinance #7-23 creates new townhouse overlay districts (THO, THO-2, THO-3) with density limits and affordable housing set-asides of 15% for rentals and 20% for ownership. Both ordinances were passed on first reading; final hearings are set for May 22, 2023.

• Introduced Ordinance #6-23, amending the RC Restricted Commercial Business District to allow second-floor residential use with a 15% affordable housing set-aside.
• Introduced Ordinance #7-23, creating three new townhouse overlay districts (THO, THO-2, THO-3) with density limits and affordable housing set-asides.
• Approved Resolution #110-23, amending the ambulance service agreement with Hackensack University Medical Center.
• Approved Resolution #111-23, extending the right-of-way agreement with AR James Media for five years.
• Approved Resolution #112-23, donating surplus fire equipment to the Fire Academy Training Center in Mahwah.
• Approved Resolution #113-23, purchasing an RPM 215T4 Snow Blower for $118,432.00 from Tenco Inc.
• Approved Resolution #114-23, authorizing a public auction of surplus and unclaimed property including two Ford Crown Victorias and miscellaneous items.
• Approved Resolution #117-23, hiring seasonal lifeguards, swim instructors, and pool managers for the Maywood Swim Pool.

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council will consider several resolutions and new business items at their April 10, 2023 work session. Key items include approving a professional services agreement with Neglia Engineering for the Memorial Park Improvements Project, purchasing a snow blower, and extending the ambulance service agreement with HUMC. The agenda also includes routine appointments, seasonal hires, and tax exemptions.

• Resolution to approve $94,850 engineering contract with Neglia Engineering for Memorial Park Improvements
• Resolution to authorize $14,000 fireworks display agreement with International Fireworks Mfg. Co. Inc. for July 1, 2023
• Resolution to appoint Juan C. Florez and Travis J. White as DPW employees at $45,500 each
• Resolution to appoint Summer Club Director and Assistant Directors at $33, $23, and $20 per hour
• Request to purchase RPM 215T4 snow blower for DPW

The council unanimously adopted six resolutions, including a $94,850 professional services agreement with Neglia Engineering for Memorial Park improvements. It also approved a $14,000 fireworks display contract for July 1, 2023, appointed two DPW employees at $45,500 each, and appointed summer club staff. A disabled veteran tax exemption and refund of $750.60 were authorized.

• Approved $94,850 Neglia Engineering contract for Memorial Park improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $14,000 fireworks display agreement with International Fireworks Mfg. Co. (unanimous)
• Appointed Juan C. Florez and Travis J. White as DPW employees at $45,500 each (unanimous)
• Appointed Summer Club Director and Assistant Directors at $33, $23, and $20 per hour (unanimous)
• Authorized disabled veteran tax exemption for Felix Rivera at 57 Parkway (unanimous)
• Authorized $750.60 tax refund to Felix and Joan Rivera due to disabled veteran exemption (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 seasonal DPW employees (approved without discussion)
• Approved Maywood Rotary food truck event social affairs permit (approved without discussion)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on two ordinances to amend cannabis regulations, clarifying where Class 5 retail licenses can operate and increasing the number of such licenses to three. They will also consider accepting the resignation of Borough Attorney Brian Eyerman and appointing John L. Schettino as his replacement, along with a slate of resolutions for contracts, purchases, and payments.

• Ordinance #4-23: Clarifies permitted locations for Class 5 cannabis retailer licenses in specific zones and streets.
• Ordinance #5-23: Increases the number of Class 5 cannabis retailer licenses from two to three.
• Resolution #80-23: Accepts resignation of Borough Attorney Brian Eyerman, effective March 13, 2023.
• Resolution #80A-23: Appoints John L. Schettino as Borough Attorney for the remainder of 2023.
• Resolution #91-23 and #92-23: Authorize purchase of two trucks under state contract for $208,957.26 and $272,698.01 respectively.

The council unanimously adopted two ordinances clarifying where Class 5 cannabis retailers may locate and capping the number of such licenses at three. It also accepted the resignation of Borough Attorney Brian Eyerman, who was appointed a workers' compensation judge, and appointed John L. Schettino as his replacement for the remainder of 2023 at $9,000 per month. Additionally, the council approved a shared services agreement with Paramus for grass/leaf collection and ceded sole supervision of a property at 200 Route 17 to Rochelle Park.

• Adopted Ordinance #4-23 clarifying permitted locations for Class 5 cannabis retailer licenses (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #5-23 limiting Class 5 cannabis retailer licenses to three (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Borough Attorney Brian Eyerman (unanimous)
• Appointed John L. Schettino, Esq. as Borough Attorney for remainder of 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved shared services agreement with Paramus for grass/leaf collection and disposal (unanimous)
• Ceded sole supervision of property at 200 Route 17 to Rochelle Park (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two DPW trucks under state contract totaling $481,655.27 (unanimous)
• Approved $388,231.06 payment for Briarcliff Avenue roadway improvements (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The council unanimously adopted three ordinances on second reading: one codifying penalties for unlicensed landscapers, one establishing a swim pool committee, and one adding alternate members to the Shade Tree Commission. They also introduced two cannabis-related ordinances to clarify where Class 5 retailers may operate and to allow up to three such licenses in the borough. A resolution to cede supervision of a property at 200 Route 17 to Rochelle Park was pulled from the agenda and not acted upon.

• Adopted Ordinance #1-23, amending Chapter 154 to add penalties for landscapers failing to pay licensing fees (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #2-23, amending Chapter 61 to codify operation of the Maywood Swim Pool by a committee (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #3-23, amending Chapter 94 to add alternate members to the Shade Tree Commission (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance #4-23, clarifying permitted locations for Class 5 cannabis retailer licenses (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance #5-23, increasing the number of permitted Class 5 cannabis retailer licenses to three (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #67-23, adopting the revised 2023 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #70-23, authorizing $174,389.04 payment for Briarcliff Avenue roadway improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #79-23, settling a tax appeal with Maine Evergreen Nursery for a $95,000 refund (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council will consider several resolutions, including clarifying where Class 5 cannabis retailers may operate, applying for a $22,775.48 firefighter grant for portable radios, and entering a $136,976 grant agreement for Maybrook Drive roadway improvements. They will also discuss hiring a per-diem police telecommunicator, accept resignations, and review monthly reports. The meeting includes public comment periods and a closed session for personnel matters.

• Resolution #63-23 to clarify permitted locations for Class 5 cannabis retailer licenses, specifying zones and boundaries including northern side of Spring Valley Avenue
• Resolution #64-23 authorizing application for American Rescue Plan Firefighter Grant ($22,775.48) for portable radios, with 20% borough match up to $4,555.10
• Resolution #65-23 to enter grant agreement with Bergen County for $136,976 in CDBG funds for Maybrook Drive roadway improvements
• Request to hire a per-diem police telecommunicator
• Acceptance of resignations from Arsenio Coiro (DPW) and Frank Dyer (Electrical Subcode)

The council adopted four resolutions: clarifying where Class 5 cannabis retailers may operate, setting a $150 fee for handgun carry permit applications, entering a $136,976 grant agreement for Maybrook Drive road improvements, and authorizing $19,152.78 for a DPW truck engine repair. Councilman Ullman voted no on the handgun fee resolution. The council also accepted two resignations, approved a committee appointment, and authorized the 2023 Arts Amble Yarn Bomb event.

• Adopted Resolution #63-23 clarifying Class 5 cannabis retailer locations (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #64-23 setting $150 handgun permit fee (6-1, Ullman opposed)
• Adopted Resolution #65-23 entering $136,976 grant for Maybrook Drive road improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #66-23 authorizing $19,152.78 for DPW truck engine repair (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Arsenio Coiro (DPW) and Frank Dyer (Electrical Subcode) (unanimous)
• Appointed Charlotte Panny to Recycling Committee and Dennis Ryan to Green Team (unanimous)
• Authorized 2023 Arts Amble Yarn Bomb event (unanimous)
• Appointed Phil Cheff as interim Electrical & Fire Sub-Code Official for up to 60 days (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on January 24, 2023, with several resolutions and ordinances up for consideration. Key actions include approving a liquor license transfer, hiring seasonal pool staff, and introducing three ordinances that would add penalties for unlicensed landscapers, codify the swim pool committee's operation, and allow alternate members on the Shade Tree Commission. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, reports, and appointments.

• Resolution #51-23: Transfer of liquor license from Maywood Inn Corp. to Lita Eagle LLC at 122-124 West Pleasant Avenue
• Resolution #52-23: Hire David Wells as Pool Manager ($14,500 seasonal salary) and Kyle Rupinski as Snack Stand Manager ($10,080 seasonal salary)
• Ordinance #1-23: Adds penalties for landscapers without licenses: $100 first offense, $300 second, $500 and 1-year ban for third
• Ordinance #2-23: Codifies operation of Maywood Swim Pool by a committee of five residents
• Resolution #50-23: Tax refund of $4,874.08 to Chabad of Hackensack LLC

The council approved multiple resolutions including a $38,235 concrete curb contract with Balitano Contracting, hired seasonal pool managers David Wells ($23/hr pre-season, $14,500 salary) and Kyle Rupinski ($17/hr pre-season, $10,080 salary), and introduced three ordinances on landscaper licensing fees, swim pool committee operations, and shade tree commission membership. The council also approved a person-to-person liquor license transfer from Maywood Inn Corp. to Lita Eagle LLC and a $4,874 tax refund to Chabad of Hackensack LLC.

• Approved $38,235 concrete curb installation contract with Balitano Contracting (unanimous)
• Hired David Wells as Pool Manager ($23/hr pre-season, $14,500 seasonal salary) and Kyle Rupinski as Snack Stand Manager ($17/hr pre-season, $10,080 seasonal salary) (unanimous)
• Approved person-to-person liquor license transfer from Maywood Inn Corp. to Lita Eagle LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $4,874.08 tax refund to Chabad of Hackensack LLC (unanimous)
• Approved change orders and final payments for Library/Spencer Joseph Way parking lots, East Pleasant Avenue, and Maybrook Drive road improvements (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance #1-23 codifying penalties for landscapers failing to pay licensing fees (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance #2-23 codifying operation of Maywood Swim Pool by committee (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance #3-23 amending Shade Tree Commission membership to allow alternate members (first reading)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Borough Council held a special meeting on January 13, 2023. After a roll call (six members present, one absent) and a public comment period with no speakers, the council voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss contract negotiations. The council then returned to public session and adjourned at 6:10 p.m. No substantive public decisions were made.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for contract negotiations (unanimous)
• Approved motion to return to public session and adjourn (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Borough Council held its annual reorganization meeting, unanimously appointing Brian E. Eyerman as Borough Attorney, Steven D. Wielkotz as Auditor, Steven L. Rogut as Bond Counsel, Michael J. Neglia as Borough Engineer, and Thomas Tuttle as Fire Official. The Council also approved the appointment of Steven Galesi as a probationary police officer, adopted the 2023 meeting schedule, and passed a series of resolutions covering fiscal policies, professional services contracts, and administrative procedures. All votes were unanimous.

• Appointed Brian E. Eyerman as Borough Attorney for 2023 (unanimous)
• Appointed Steven Galesi as probationary police officer, starting salary $48,650.92 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 schedule of meetings (unanimous)
• Appointed Steven D. Wielkotz as Auditor for 2023 (unanimous)
• Appointed Steven L. Rogut as Bond Counsel for 2023 (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael J. Neglia as Borough Engineer for 2023-2025 (unanimous)
• Appointed Thomas Tuttle as Fire Official for 2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolutions #8-23 through #49-23 en bloc, covering fiscal policies, professional services contracts, and administrative procedures (unanimous)