Maywood public meetings in 2025

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council is holding a special meeting to approve a consent agenda that includes appointing seven towing companies for 2026, canceling stale-dated checks, and transferring $118,125 between budget accounts. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss contract negotiations. The agenda is largely administrative and procedural.

• Resolution #287-25 appoints seven towing companies (All Points Auto & Towing, Belfi’s Auto & Truck Repair, Rochelle Park Auto Body, Rochelle Park Towing, Bergen Brookside Towing, Courthouse Auto Body, Nutchies Service Station) for 2026
• Resolution #285-25 authorizes $118,125 in budget transfers, including $78,650 for streets and roads overtime and $12,200 for financial administration salaries
• Resolution #286-25 cancels stale-dated checks totaling $7,992.94 from various accounts
• Closed session scheduled to discuss contract negotiations
• Bills list includes a $359,358.36 payment to Bergen County Utilities Authority for Q4 2025 wastewater service

The council adopted a consent agenda that included resolutions to cancel stale dated checks and appoint seven towing companies for the 2026 calendar year. No public comment was received on the bills list or on general agenda items. The meeting then moved into closed session for contract negotiation and adjourned shortly after.

• Adopted bills list as presented (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #285-25 authorizing transfer of appropriation reserves
• Approved Resolution #286-25 canceling stale dated checks totaling $8,092.94
• Approved Resolution #287-25 appointing seven towing companies for 2026 (All Points Auto & Towing Inc., Belfi’s Auto & Truck Repair Inc., Rochelle Park Auto Body Inc., Rochelle Park Towing Inc., Bergen Brookside Towing, Courthouse Auto Body, Nutchies Service Station)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council will hold a work session and regular meeting, including a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance #13-25, which sets salaries for borough positions. They will also consider resolutions for Memorial Park improvement payments, a shared services agreement with Paramus, and a settlement related to the borough's fair share housing plan. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss COAH (affordable housing) matters.

• Ordinance #13-25: establishes salaries for borough positions, including Borough Administrator ($127,500-$175,000) and Chief of Police (TBD by contract)
• Payment Voucher #6 for Memorial Park Lawn Surface & Irrigation Improvements
• Payment Voucher #2 for Memorial Park Field Lighting (BCOS Funded)
• Shared Services Agreement with Paramus for grass/leaf collection and disposal
• Resolution authorizing settlement with Fair Share Housing Center regarding Fourth Round Plan

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance #13-25, setting salary ranges for all borough positions. They approved several resolutions including a $39,148.72 sound system for the Memorial Park bandshell, a $14,000 shed contract, and a $16,951.78 emergency DPW truck repair. A settlement with Fair Share Housing Center was authorized to resolve the borough's Fourth Round affordable housing plan. The council also approved a shared services agreement with Paramus for leaf/yard waste collection and a tax settlement reducing assessments on a commercial property.

• Adopted Ordinance #13-25 establishing salary ranges for all borough positions (unanimous)
• Approved $39,148.72 sound system contract for Memorial Park bandshell (Resolution #274-25)
• Authorized $14,000 shed work contract with M&M Carpentry (Resolution #273-25)
• Approved $16,951.78 emergency repair of DPW truck (Resolution #275-25)
• Authorized settlement with Fair Share Housing Center for Fourth Round affordable housing plan (Resolution #278-25)
• Approved shared services agreement with Paramus for leaf/yard waste collection (Resolution #282-25)
• Approved tax settlement reducing assessments on P & V Panteleakis property (Resolution #277-25)
• Approved $51,307.90 payment for Memorial Park lawn/irrigation work (Resolution #279-25)

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council are holding a special meeting to consider a single resolution approving a collective bargaining agreement with amendments between the Borough and the New Jersey State PBA Local 102, covering 2025 through 2029. The prior agreement expired on December 31, 2024, and negotiations have concluded with a memorandum of understanding. The meeting includes a public comment period and is otherwise procedural.

• Resolution #259-25 approving collective bargaining agreement with PBA Local 102 for 2025-2029
• Agreement follows expiration of prior CBA on December 31, 2024
• Public comment period limited to five minutes

The Maywood Borough Council unanimously approved a collective bargaining agreement with the New Jersey State PBA Local 102 covering 2025 through 2029. The resolution accepts the terms of a Memorandum of Understanding and authorizes the Mayor and Borough Clerk to execute the formal contract. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved collective bargaining agreement with PBA Local 102 for 2025-2029 (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance #12-25, which amends the borough's personnel policies regarding harassment, vacation leave, and disability accommodations. They will also consider several resolutions, including contracts for Memorial Park improvements (basketball court lighting, field lighting, and a permeable pathway), a CDBG grant application for Oak Avenue roadwork, and the 2024 municipal audit. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss COAH litigation and personnel matters.

• Ordinance #12-25: Amends Chapter 52 (Personnel Policies) on harassment, vacation accumulation, and ADA/Pregnant Workers Fairness Act compliance
• Change Order #1 & Payment #3/Final for Memorial Park Basketball Court Lighting Improvements (LRIG funded)
• Change Order #1 for Memorial Park Field Lighting Improvements (BCOS funded)
• Endorsing Resolution for CDBG Grant for Oak Avenue Improvements (West Pleasant to Parkway)
• Award of Contract to Cirpriano Enterprises for Memorial Park Permeable Pathway & Drainage (BCOS funded)

The council adopted Ordinance #12-25, amending Chapter 52 of the Borough Code to update personnel policies including harassment, vacation leave, and disability accommodations. They awarded a $639,119 contract to Cirpriano Enterprises for Memorial Park permeable pathway and drainage improvements. The council also introduced Ordinance #13-25 to establish salaries and positions for borough employees, with a final hearing set for December 9, 2025. Several resolutions were approved, including a $30,752.07 tax refund to Maybrook Gardens and a $209,929.04 tax sale certificate redemption for 53 Essex Street.

• Adopted Ordinance #12-25 amending personnel policies (unanimous).
• Introduced Ordinance #13-25 establishing salaries and positions (unanimous).
• Awarded $639,119 contract to Cirpriano Enterprises for Memorial Park permeable pathway and drainage improvements.
• Approved $30,752.07 tax refund to Maybrook Gardens due to Tax Court appeals.
• Authorized $209,929.04 tax sale certificate redemption for 53 Essex Street.
• Approved $907.50 compensation to Gloria Colmenares for transitional finance services.
• Approved $1,000 annual raise for Fire Prevention employee Gerry Gallitano retroactive to January 1, 2025.
• Approved $15,000 contract with Bergen Landscaping for fall tree planting.

Mayor Council

The council will vote on a tax settlement with S.W.S. Realty Associates that reduces assessed values for two properties on Blocks 124, Lot 3 and Lot 4 for tax years 2023-2025, with the borough paying $250,000 in refunds over two years. Other items include a shared services agreement with Paramus for municipal court administration, appointments to fire and fire police, and a part-time payroll hire. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss COAH litigation and PBA negotiations.

• Tax settlement with S.W.S. Realty Associates reduces assessments for Block 124, Lot 3 and Lot 4; borough to pay $250,000 in refunds over 2026-2027
• Shared services agreement with Paramus for municipal court administrator and support services, $113,388.67 in 2026 with 2% annual increases through 2030
• Appointment of Albert Petrella as probationary firefighter and Mike Panos as probationary fire police member
• Hiring of Richard Busa as part-time payroll clerk at $50/hour, up to 29.5 hours per week
• Approval of outdoor dining expansion for liquor license #0234-33-007-003 at 122-124 West Pleasant Avenue

The council approved a consent agenda including a tax settlement with S.W.S. Realty Associates (Fitness and Wellness of Hackensack) covering five tax years, a shared services agreement with Paramus for municipal court administration through 2030, and a $67,500 sidewalk replacement contract with Nimavi Group. The council also entered closed session to discuss COAH litigation and PBA negotiations, and appointed Mike Panos as a probationary fire police member and Albert Petrella as a probationary firefighter.

• Approved tax settlement with S.W.S. Realty Associates for properties on Blocks 124, Lot 3 and Lot 4, with $250,000 in refunds paid in two installments and a $139,042 credit applied to the November 2025 tax bill (Resolution #229-25; Council member Ullman abstained)
• Approved 180-day extension of support for The Grass Cab, LLC's Class 5 cannabis business license application (Resolution #230-25)
• Approved shared services agreement with Paramus for municipal court administrator and support services, 2026-2030, starting at $113,388.67 (Resolution #231-25)
• Authorized issuance of requests for qualifications for 2026 professional services including Borough Attorney, Auditor, Engineer, and others (Resolution #232-25)
• Appointed Mike Panos as a probationary member of the Maywood Fire Police for 6 months (Resolution #233-25)
• Appointed Albert Petrella as a probationary firefighter with Peerless Engine Company #2 for 6 months (Resolution #234-25)
• Hired Richard Busa as part-time payroll processing employee at $50/hour, not to exceed 29.5 hours per week (Resolution #235-25)
• Approved expansion of premises for Lita Eagle, LLC (liquor license #0234-33-007-003) to serve alcohol for outdoor dining through June 30, 2026 (Resolution #236-25)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council are holding a special meeting that includes a closed session to discuss insurance negotiations. The public may comment at the start of the meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Closed session for insurance negotiations
• Public comment period (five minutes)

The council met in special session, voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss insurance negotiations, then returned to open session and adjourned. No substantive decisions were made in public; the only actions were procedural motions to enter and exit closed session and to adjourn.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for insurance negotiations (voice vote, all present)
• Approved motion to return to public session (voice vote, all present)
• Approved motion to adjourn (no objections)

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council will consider a 4% salary increase for all non-union employees retroactive to January 1, 2025, and a $7,100 professional services agreement with Neglia Group for ADA curb ramp construction on Central Avenue. They will also introduce an ordinance amending personnel policies to update harassment, vacation, and disability accommodations rules. A closed session is scheduled to discuss COAH (affordable housing) matters.

• 4% salary increase for non-union employees, retroactive to Jan 1, 2025, with specific salaries listed (e.g., Borough Administrator $164,825.86)
• Professional services agreement with Neglia Group for ADA curb ramps at Central Avenue intersections with Hergesell and Maywood Avenues, total not to exceed $7,100
• Introduction of Ordinance #12-25 amending Chapter 52 (Personnel Policies) on harassment, vacation carryover, and disability/pregnancy accommodations
• Closed session to discuss COAH (affordable housing) matters
• Renewal of Municipal Court Shared Services agreement for 2026-2030

The Mayor and Council approved a 4% salary increase for all non-union employees, retroactive to January 1, 2025, as part of Resolution #227-25. The council also introduced Ordinance #12-25, which updates personnel policies regarding harassment, vacation time, and disability accommodations. Additionally, the council approved a professional services agreement with Neglia Group for ADA curb ramp construction on Central Avenue.

• Approved 4% salary increase for non-union employees (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance #12-25 amending personnel policies (unanimous)
• Approved Neglia Group professional services agreement for ADA curb ramps (unanimous)
• Approved bills list (Padovano abstained on J&S Service Center)
• Appointed Donna Morrone and Teresa Pegg to Green Team (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Borough Council is meeting to consider resolutions including awarding a professional services contract to Neglia Engineering Associates for Memorial Park drainage and permeable path improvements, funded by Bergen County Open Space. They will also vote on consent agenda items such as approving revised fire department bylaws, hiring seasonal DPW workers, and authorizing bids for sidewalk replacement and Memorial Park drainage projects. The meeting includes a closed session for litigation and personnel matters.

• Award professional services contract to Neglia Engineering Associates for $118,860 for Memorial Park drainage and permeable path improvements
• Approve change order #1 (final) for Sanzari Place and Briarcliff Avenue improvements, decreasing contract by $107,533.65
• Authorize bids for 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Project and Memorial Park Drainage Improvements Project (BCOS funded)
• Hire part-time seasonal DPW employees Giselle Castaneda at $20.00/hour and Ariel A. Gomez at $18.00/hour (max 29 hours/week)
• Approve revised bylaws for Maywood Fire Department and appoint three new Fire Police members

The council approved a $118,860 professional services contract with Neglia Engineering for drainage and permeable path improvements at Memorial Park, funded by Bergen County Open Space. They also authorized bid advertisements for the 2025 sidewalk replacement project and the Memorial Park drainage project, approved revised fire department bylaws, and hired two part-time seasonal DPW workers. A change order for the Sanzari Place and Briarcliff Avenue project reduced the contract by $107,533.65, and final payment of $7,089.71 was approved for that project.

• Approved $118,860 contract with Neglia Engineering for Memorial Park drainage and permeable path improvements (unanimous)
• Authorized bid advertisement for 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Authorized bid advertisement for Memorial Park Drainage Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 & Final for Sanzari Place and Briarcliff Avenue improvements, decreasing contract by $107,533.65 (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $7,089.71 to Marini Brothers for Sanzari Place and Briarcliff Avenue project (unanimous)
• Approved revised bylaws for the Maywood Fire Department (unanimous)
• Hired Giselle Castaneda and Ariel A. Gomez as part-time seasonal DPW employees (unanimous)
• Appointed Joe Brino, Sebastiano Cancellieri, and Dave Nauta as full members of the Fire Police (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Borough Council will hold a work session on September 9, 2025, starting with a closed session to discuss COAH matters. The agenda includes approval of bills and claims, an engineering report, and several new business items, including a change order for improvements to Sanzari Place and Briarcliff Avenue, updated bylaws for the Fire Department, and a block party request. The council will also consider appointments to the Green Team.

• Change Order #1 & Final and Payment #3 & Final for improvements to Sanzari Place and Briarcliff Avenue (NJDOT funded)
• Request for approval of updated Bylaws for the Maywood Fire Department
• Block party request for Concord Drive
• Appointments of Mark Eden, Sophia Eden, Man Chung, and Heidi Chung to the Green Team (terms expiring 12/31/2025)
• Purchase orders include $565,069.27 for Memorial Park lighting (Quality Electrical Const.) and $2,155,448.67 for August school tax levy

The Mayor and Council held a work session on September 9, 2025, receiving a detailed engineering report on several capital projects, including Memorial Park improvements, sports lighting, and roadway grants. The governing body unanimously approved the bills list, a block party request for Concord Drive, and four appointments to the Green Team. The meeting included a closed session to discuss COAH and personnel matters before reconvening in public.

• Approved bills list (unanimous)
• Approved block party request for Concord Drive (unanimous)
• Appointed Mark Eden, Sophia Eden, Man Chung, and Heidi Chung to the Green Team (unanimous)
• Moved to closed session to discuss COAH and personnel (unanimous)
• Returned to public session after closed session (unanimous)
• Accepted correspondence from BOE Attorney and Bergen County Open Space Public Hearing (no vote recorded)
• Accepted Building Department and DPW reports (no vote recorded)
• Tabled resolutions for Change Order #1 for Sanzari Place and updated Fire Department Bylaws for next agenda

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on August 26, 2025. Key actions include approving payments for Memorial Park lighting improvements, appointing a full police officer and crossing guards, and considering a change to dispensary operating hours. The meeting begins with a closed session to discuss litigation and PBA contract negotiations.

• Payment #1 of $565,069.27 to Quality Electric Construction for Memorial Park Field Lighting Improvements (BCOS Funded)
• Payment #2 of $19,919.97 to Warshauer Electric Supply for Memorial Park Basketball Court Lighting Improvements (LRIG Funded)
• Appointment of Steven C. Windt as full Police Officer after probationary period
• Tax refunds totaling $99,577.36 to Joansom, LLC ($31,564.10) and Roy/Joan Sommerhalter ($68,013.26) due to State Tax Court judgments
• Consideration of changing dispensary operational hours from 9pm close to 10pm

The council approved a $75,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit filed by former employee Donna Puglisi, who alleged a non-disparity clause was violated by two former council members. The council also approved several resolutions, including appointments, tax refunds, and contract addendums, and discussed various park improvement projects and operational changes for dispensaries and liquor licenses.

• Approved $75,000 settlement in Donna Puglisi lawsuit (Resolution #213-25)
• Approved $565,069.27 payment for Memorial Park field lighting improvements (Resolution #209-25)
• Approved $19,919.97 payment for Memorial Park basketball court lighting (Resolution #210-25)
• Appointed Steven C. Windt as full police officer (Resolution #202-25)
• Appointed John Shahdanian III as part-time administrative assistant (Resolution #204-25)
• Approved $31,564.10 tax refund to Joansom, LLC (Resolution #206-25)
• Approved $68,013.26 tax refund to Roy/Joan Sommerhalter (Resolution #207-25)
• Denied request to change dispensary closing time from 9pm to 10pm

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council will consider a resolution to approve a revised Pharmacy Benefit Management Services Agreement with PCA Rx LLC, replacing a prior version adopted in May 2025. The three-year agreement covers administrative fees, pharmacy pricing, and rebates, with renewal options. The meeting also includes a consent agenda and public comment period.

• Resolution #201-25 approving revised Pharmacy Benefit Management Services Agreement with PCA Rx LLC
• Rescission of previously adopted Resolution No. 143-25
• Three-year initial term with up to two additional one-year renewals

The council adopted Resolution #201-25, approving a revised Pharmacy Benefit Management Services Agreement with PCA Rx, LLC and rescinding the prior Resolution #143-25. The revised agreement covers a three-year initial term with renewal options. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:33 p.m.

• Approved revised Pharmacy Benefit Management Services Agreement with PCA Rx, LLC
• Rescinded prior Resolution #143-25 approving the original agreement
• Authorized the Mayor to execute the revised agreement on behalf of the borough

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance amending the borough's fee schedule, and consider a consent agenda that includes a tax settlement with Maybrook Gardens covering multiple properties and years. The settlement would reduce assessments for 2024 and 2025 on three blocks. Other items include hiring seasonal employees, appointing a probationary firefighter, and approving contracts for park improvements and equipment.

• Ordinance #11-25 amending Chapter 169 (Fees) – second and final reading
• Resolution #186-25 approving stipulation of settlement with Maybrook Gardens for tax appeals on Block 131, Lot 10; Block 133, Lot 1; and Block 135, Lot 1 (2021-2025)
• Change Order #6 ($12,950 increase) and Payment #5 for Memorial Park lawn surface and irrigation improvements
• Award of contract for Loughlin Place (NJDOT) and Taplin Avenue (CDBG) improvements
• Appointment of Megan Elliffe as probationary firefighter for 6-month period

The council approved a stipulation of settlement with Maybrook Gardens for three properties (Block 131 Lot 10, Block 133 Lot 1, Block 135 Lot 1) covering tax years 2021-2025. Assessments for 2021-2023 were not reduced; 2024 and 2025 assessments were reduced by varying amounts. The council also adopted Ordinance #11-25 amending construction code fees, approved a consent agenda including multiple resolutions, and discussed several capital projects.

• Adopted Ordinance #11-25 amending Chapter 169 'Fees' to set lead abatement fee at $270.00
• Approved tax settlement with Maybrook Gardens for three properties, reducing 2024 and 2025 assessments
• Approved Change Order #6 ($12,950 increase) and Payment #5 ($175,537.61) for Memorial Park improvements
• Awarded Loughlin Place & Taplin Avenue improvements contract to DS Meyer Enterprises for $321,503.46
• Approved $60,215.47 for situational awareness equipment for police via state contract
• Approved $68,722.00 for vehicle lifts for DPW via state contract
• Appointed Megan Elliffe as probationary firefighter for 6 months
• Approved Green Grounds and Maintenance Policy, Tobacco Free Worksites resolution, and Green Building Policy

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and vote on four ordinances: amending fire department membership rules, updating fire prevention fees, creating restricted areas in municipal buildings to protect records with personal information, and revising the Recreation Advisory Board. The council will also consider resolutions including liquor license renewals, seasonal hires, a settlement, and a fair share housing plan.

• Ordinance #7-25 amends fire department membership to allow nonresident members who are full-time borough employees or live in a contiguous municipality without a volunteer fire department
• Ordinance #8-25 updates fire prevention registration fees for various building use groups, ranging from $75 to $600
• Ordinance #9-25 creates restricted areas in borough buildings (e.g., 15 Park Avenue, 205 East Hunter Avenue) to safeguard records with personally identifiable information
• Resolution #174-25 approves a stipulation of settlement with 128-130 West Pleasant Ave LLC
• Resolution #178-25 approves the Housing Element and Fair Share Plan

The Maywood Council adopted Ordinances #7-25 through #10-25 on second reading, covering fire department membership, fire prevention fees, restricted areas for public records, and the recreation advisory board. The Council also approved Resolution #179-25 designating Block 69, Lots 3, 4, 5 and 13 and Block 86, Lots 17 and 18 as an Area in Need of Redevelopment with the power of condemnation, with Council member Flynn voting nay. Additionally, the Council endorsed the Housing Element and Fair Share Plan and approved a stipulation of settlement reducing property assessments for 128-130 West Pleasant Ave LLC.

• Adopted Ordinances #7-25 through #10-25 on second reading (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #179-25 designating redevelopment area with condemnation (Flynn nay)
• Endorsed Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (Resolution #178-25)
• Approved stipulation of settlement reducing assessments for 128-130 West Pleasant Ave LLC (Resolution #174-25)
• Approved Payment #2 of $64,568.64 for Sanzari Place and Briarcliff Avenue improvements (Resolution #180-25)
• Appointed Alejandro Rodriguez as full firefighter (Resolution #173-25)
• Increased lead inspection fee to $270 (Resolution #177-25)
• Introduced Ordinance #11-25 to amend fees (first reading)

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council will first discuss planning for the borough's 250th anniversary events. They will then vote to enter a closed session to discuss litigation, COAH litigation, and PBA negotiations, after which the public portion will resume.

• Discussion of 250th anniversary events
• Closed session to discuss litigation and COAH litigation
• Closed session to discuss PBA negotiations

The council unanimously adopted three ordinances on final reading, including a $1,316,000 bond ordinance (Ordinance #5-25) to fund a new rescue pumper fire engine, communication equipment, sidewalk and tree replacement, vehicle lifts, and public building improvements. They also adopted Ordinance #4-25, which allows the borough to revoke street obstruction permits at any time, and Ordinance #6-25, which replaces the floodplain management code to meet state and federal standards. Additionally, the council approved a resolution supporting a recreational cannabis business license for Unity Rd. Cannabis Shop Maywood LLC at 95-101 Essex Street.

• Adopted Ordinance #4-25, amending street and sidewalk obstruction permit rules to allow revocation without cause and removal at permittee's cost.
• Adopted Ordinance #5-25, a $1,316,000 bond ordinance for a new fire engine, pagers, sidewalk/tree program, vehicle lifts, and public building upgrades.
• Adopted Ordinance #6-25, replacing Chapter 184 with new floodplain management regulations and designating the Construction Official as Floodplain Administrator.
• Approved Resolution #165-25, supporting Unity Rd. Cannabis Shop Maywood LLC's application for a Class 5 recreational cannabis license at 95-101 Essex Street.
• Approved Resolution #159-25, authorizing $68,273.15 for pagers for the Fire Department via Bergen County Coop Bid.
• Approved Resolution #160-25, authorizing $49,208.25 for Motorola radios for the Fire Department via state contract.
• Approved Resolution #161-25, a $22,250 change order for Memorial Park lawn and irrigation improvements (bandshell completion).
• Approved Resolution #167-25, calling on the state to restore energy tax funding to municipalities.

Mayor Council

The governing body will hold a closed session to discuss personnel matters. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding 250th anniversary events.

• Closed session regarding personnel
• Discussion of 250th events

The meeting consisted primarily of two closed sessions, one covering personnel and litigation and another covering PBA negotiations, both authorized under the Open Public Meetings Act. No members of the public attended. Council members also discussed the 250th celebration events. No substantive public decisions were made.

• Approved closed session for personnel and litigation (unanimous)
• Approved return to public session after first closed session (unanimous)
• Approved closed session for PBA negotiations (unanimous)
• Approved return to public session and adjournment (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The council held a public hearing for a 2025 Open Space Grant application for drainage and landscaping improvements at Memorial Park. No members of the public spoke during the hearing. The meeting was then adjourned without any substantive decisions being made.

• Public hearing held for 2025 Open Space Grant application for Memorial Park drainage and landscaping improvements
• No public comment received
• Meeting adjourned at 7:11 p.m.

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the 2025 municipal budget totaling $14,009,289.50. They will also vote on an ordinance to exceed the state's 1% budget cap by up to 3.5%, allowing an additional $532,657.33 in spending. Other actions include introducing a $1,316,000 bond ordinance for public improvements and a new fire engine, and voting on a consent agenda covering numerous resolutions.

• Adoption of 2025 municipal budget of $14,009,289.50
• Ordinance to exceed state budget cap by 3.5% ($532,657.33) and establish a cap bank
• Introduction of bond ordinance for $1,316,000 for public improvements, equipment, and a new fire engine
• Tax refund of $21,503.51 to Roy & Joan Sommerhalther due to State Tax Court judgment
• 120-day extension of support for MEGALEAF's cannabis cultivator and manufacturer license applications

The council voted to enter closed session to discuss COAH litigation and potential litigation, with no public comment received. After closed session, the council voted unanimously to adjourn without taking any public action.

• Approved closed session for COAH litigation and potential litigation (voice vote, all present)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:58 p.m. (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council will discuss several items including Bergen County open space projects, outdoor dining regulations, cannabis applications, and employee prescription plans. They will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving a cannabis retail license for Kine Buds Maywood, LLC and a $103,309.45 camera system purchase for the police department. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel matters.

• Resolution #113-25: Approving a Class 5 cannabis retail license for Kine Buds Maywood, LLC with a $10,000 fee
• Resolution #114-25: Approving $103,309.45 purchase of a new camera system for the Maywood Police Department at 15 Park Avenue via state contract BC Bid 23-17
• Discussion of Bergen County Open Space Project for 2025
• Discussion of outdoor dining regulations
• Discussion of 2025 Maywood Pool Membership Fees

The council approved a Class 5 cannabis retail license for Kine Buds Maywood, LLC, requiring a $10,000 fee. They also approved a $103,309.45 police department camera system purchase through a state contract. Several items were discussed but not voted on, including open space projects, outdoor dining regulations, and a cannabis application extension, with action deferred to the April 22 meeting.

• Approved cannabis retail license for Kine Buds Maywood, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $103,309.45 police camera system purchase from G.T.B.M. (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 pool membership fees and Summer Club fee increase to $250/week (no objections)
• Agreed to extend Megaleaf cannabis application support resolution deadline (deferred to April 22)
• Agreed to change employee prescription plan to PCA Rx (contract resolution on April 22)
• Agreed to update borough code to start outdoor dining April 1 (ordinance on April 22)

Mayor Council

The council introduced the 2025 municipal budget and an ordinance to exceed state spending caps by up to 3.5%, adding $532,657 in appropriations. A public hearing on the budget and tax resolution is set for April 22. The council also adopted a fee schedule amendment for street openings and approved a $140,593 payment for Memorial Park Bandshell work.

• Ordinance #3-25 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits by 3.5% ($532,657) and establish a cap bank
• 2025 municipal budget introduced: $20,040,396 total appropriations, $14,009,289 to be raised by taxes
• Ordinance #2-25 adopted, amending Chapter 169 fees: $1,000 inspection fee and $25,000 escrow per street opening for public utilities
• Resolution #108-25 approving $140,593.85 payment to Ben Shaffer Recreation for Memorial Park Bandshell work
• Resolution #106-25 approving shared services agreement with Bergen County for high-speed fiber optic internet (3-year term)

The Maywood Mayor and Council held a special meeting on March 25, 2025, at 6:00 PM. No members of the public were present. The council voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss risk management training, and after the closed session, the meeting was adjourned without returning to public session. No substantive public decisions were made.

• Voted to enter closed session for risk management training (carried by members present)
• Voted to adjourn after closed session without returning to public portion (unanimous)

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council are holding a closed session to discuss contracts, public safety, and PBA negotiations, with a public portion to follow. They may also discuss 250th anniversary events if time permits. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Closed session on contracts, public safety, and PBA negotiations
• Discussion of 250th anniversary events (time permitting)
• Public comment period (five-minute time frame)

The meeting consisted entirely of a closed session to discuss contracts, public safety, and PBA negotiations. No substantive public decisions were made; the public portion had no attendees and was adjourned without discussion of the 250th anniversary events.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (carried by members present)
• Approved motion to return to public session (carried unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting with no objections at 7:10pm

Mayor Council

The council will hold a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance amending Chapter 233 of the Borough Code to add new prohibited conduct in parks and playgrounds, including bans on dogs (except service animals), golfing, metal detectors, fires, smoking/vaping, and loud music, with fines up to $2,000. The consent agenda includes resolutions for change orders, shared services, professional contracts, and seasonal hires.

• Ordinance #1-25 amends park rules to ban motorized vehicles, dogs, golfing, metal detectors, fires, smoking, and loud music; sets hours from sunrise to sunset; requires permits for sports groups and organized events
• Resolution #76-25 authorizes a shared services agreement with Paramus for grass/leaf collection and disposal services for 2025, with costs up to $19,500 for leaf pickup and monthly payments for yard waste
• Resolution #81-25 awards a $38,890 professional services contract to Neglia Engineering for Phase 1 of the Watershed Improvement Plan
• Resolution #85-25 approves a stipulation of settlement with Maywood Sherwood Village LLC
• Resolution #87-25 approves Maywood Redevelopment Assoc. LLC as developer

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance #1-25, amending Chapter 233 of the Borough Code to add new prohibited conduct in parks and playgrounds, including motorized vehicles, dogs (except service animals), golfing, metal detectors, fires, smoking, and loud music, with hours from sunrise to sunset and permit requirements for sports groups and organized events. The consent agenda was adopted with Resolution #79-25 (supporting online legal notices) pulled for separate discussion. The council also approved a shared services agreement with Paramus for grass/leaf collection, appointed a fair share housing counsel, and authorized a $20,000 fireworks display for July 4th.

• Adopted Ordinance #1-25 amending parks code with new prohibitions (unanimous)
• Approved shared services agreement with Paramus for grass/leaf collection up to $19,500 (consent agenda)
• Appointed Patrick J. McNamara as Fair Share Housing Counsel at $150/hour (consent agenda)
• Authorized $20,000 fireworks display agreement with International Fireworks Mfg. Co. (consent agenda)
• Approved $108,625.38 payment #2 for Maywood Pool Decking Improvements (consent agenda)
• Approved $39,640 contract with Neglia Engineering for Watershed Improvement Plan (consent agenda)
• Approved $80,050 purchase of InfoRMS Module for police via DEA seized assets (consent agenda)
• Approved reduced permit fee of $569,688 for Prologis warehouse construction (consent agenda)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Borough Council is holding a work session to discuss and vote on routine matters, including approval of bills and claims, an engineer's report, and several resolutions for engineering services and construction change orders. The agenda also includes discussion items on pool management salaries, floor area ratio ordinance review, and yard waste collection. The meeting is largely procedural, with public comment periods.

• Approval of bills list including $105,078.28 to Gaeta Recycling and $40,946.87 to Frank Macchione Const. for Howcroft Road resurfacing
• Resolution for Engineering Services – Watershed Inventory Report
• Change Order #1 – Maywood Pool Decking Improvements (BCOS Funded)
• Change Order #2 & Final and Payment #2 & Final – 2024 Roadway Improvements
• Resolution to Support Publishing Legal Notices on Official Government Websites

The council voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss potential litigation, PBA negotiations, and public safety. After the closed session, the council discussed plans for the borough's 250th anniversary celebration, including lighting, flags, banners, and coordination with the Bergen County 250th chairperson. No public comments were made. The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for potential litigation, PBA negotiations, and public safety.
• Approved motion to return to public session after closed session.
• Discussed 250th anniversary events, including building lights, Betsy Ross flags, banners, and Paul Revere ride.
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting.

Mayor Council

The Maywood Borough Council is holding a special meeting on January 28, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes a public comment period, followed by a closed session to discuss COAH (affordable housing obligations) and potential litigation. No other substantive items are listed; the meeting is expected to adjourn after the closed session.

• Closed session to discuss COAH
• Closed session to discuss potential litigation
• Public comment period (five-minute time frame)

The Maywood Borough Council held a special meeting on January 28, 2025, and immediately entered closed session to discuss COAH (Council on Affordable Housing) matters and potential litigation. No public comments were made, and no substantive decisions were recorded in open session. The meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for COAH and potential litigation (voice vote, all present in favor)
• Approved motion to return to public portion and adjourn (no objections)

Mayor Council

The Maywood Mayor and Council are holding a special meeting to discuss celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the United States. The agenda includes a public comment period. No other business is listed.

• Discussion pertaining to celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the United States

The council held a special meeting to discuss potential events for the United States' 250th anniversary. Topics included a Paul Revere-style horse ride, banners, tavern talks, and a town crier. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the Borough Clerk was directed to post a meeting notice for future planning sessions.

• Discussed but did not vote on: Paul Revere horse ride, lantern display, banners, tavern talks, town crier
• Directed Borough Clerk to post meeting notice for future 250th anniversary planning sessions

Mayor Council

The Mayor and Council will consider a resolution approving a shared services agreement with Bergen County for 911 communications and public safety full dispatch services. The agreement would run from May 1, 2025 through April 30, 2030. The meeting also includes a public comment period and adjournment.

• Resolution #53-25: Shared services agreement with Bergen County for 911 communications and public safety full dispatch services, term May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2030
• Resolution 238-24 is rescinded

Mayor Council

This is the annual reorganization meeting where the newly elected council is sworn in, a borough attorney is appointed, and a series of routine resolutions are adopted to set fiscal policies, authorize contracts, and designate depositories for 2025. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy debates or public hearings.

• Swearing in of council members Katherine Bennin and Douglas A. Herrick for full terms
• Appointment of John L. Schettino, Esq. as Borough Attorney for a one-year term ending 12/31/25
• Resolution #30-25 raises the Borough Administrator's purchase approval limit from $7,500 to $12,500
• Resolution #29-25 designates TD Banknorth, Chase Bank, Freedom Bank, and Spencer Savings Bank as depositories
• Resolution #14-25 supports the Bergen County Mutual Aid Plan and Rapid Deployment Force

The Mayor and Council of Maywood held their annual reorganization meeting, swearing in newly elected Council members Katherine Bennin and Douglas Herrick. They unanimously approved the appointment of John Schettino as Borough Attorney for 2025 at a cost not to exceed $108,000, and adopted the 2025 schedule of regular meetings. The council also confirmed numerous other appointments, including the Borough Auditor, Bond Counsel, Fire Department officers, and various board and committee members, and passed a consent agenda of 52 resolutions covering fiscal policies, professional services contracts, and operational procedures.

• Approved appointment of John Schettino as Borough Attorney for 2025, compensation not to exceed $108,000 (Resolution #1-25 and #7-25).
• Adopted the 2025 schedule of regular meetings: work sessions on 2nd Tuesday, council meetings on 4th Tuesday at 7:00 pm (Resolution #2-25).
• Appointed Steven D. Wielkotz as Borough Auditor for 2025, compensation not to exceed $57,750 (Resolution #3-25 and #8-25).
• Appointed Steven L. Rogut as Bond Counsel for 2025 (Resolution #4-25 and #9-25).
• Appointed Thomas Tuttle as Fire Prevention Official for a one-year term (Resolution #5-25).
• Appointed John L. Shahdanian II as Labor Attorney for 2025 at $150/hour (Resolution #18-25 and #19-25).
• Appointed John Burns as a full-status Police Officer after successful probation (Resolution #21-25).
• Approved a temporary budget appropriation for 2025 not exceeding 26.25% of the 2024 budget (Resolution #13-25).