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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 19:00

Borough Council

1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 19:00

Borough Council

1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 19:00

Borough Council

1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 19:00

Borough Council

1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 19:00

Borough Council

1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex

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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 12:30

Borough Council

Council to hire five police officers and adopt community energy plan

The Borough Council will vote on a consent agenda to hire three special police officers, one academy officer, and one police officer, along with a police records clerk, and adopt a Community Energy Plan as part of a state grant program. The meeting also includes a fire department appointment and adjournment.

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1200 Mountain Ave, Middlesex
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Borough of Middlesex Mayor and Council Remote Special Meeting Agenda Middlesex, NJ Kelsey Meixner Borough Clerk 732 356-7400 x236 www.middlesexboro-nj.gov Monday, August 3, 2026 12:30 PM 1200 Mountain Ave I. MAYOR'S STATEMENT: Under the provisions of N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of an annual meeting notice to the Star Ledger, Courier News and Home News, and posted at Borough Hall. II. SALUTE TO FLAG III. ROLL CALL Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived Mayor Jack Mikolajczyk Council President Michael Conahan Councilwoman Jennifer Clock Councilman Joseph DeScenza Councilman Kevin Dotey Councilman Kenneth Griggs Councilwoman Shannon Quinn Interim Administrator Matthew Geist Interim Deputy Administrator Leonard Vidal Borough Attorney Christopher Corsini IV. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR During the conduct of the meeting, unless a Public Hearing is held or the Regular Order of Business is waived, the audience does not participate. A Public Portion is held and individuals commenting from the audience will be provided an opportunity to address the Council but will not be permitted to speak again until everyone has had an opportunity to speak. If a group is represented by an attorney, the attorney will be given an opportunity to speak on behalf of all of the members of the group. The Council, pursuant to the Open Public Meeting Act, will not publicly discuss personnel matt …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to introduce zoning change for accessory apartments and $2.93M bond

The Borough Council will introduce three ordinances, including one to allow accessory residential suites in single-family homes and a $2.93 million bond for capital improvements and equipment. Public hearings are scheduled for ordinances setting marriage/civil union fees and regulating low-speed electric vehicles. The council will also vote on resolutions including police officer promotions, hiring, and PBA agreements.

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1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex
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Borough of Middlesex Mayor and Council Regular Meeting Agenda Middlesex, New Jersey Kelsey Meixner Borough Clerk 732 356-7400 x236 www.middlesexboro-nj.gov Tuesday, July 14, 2026 7:00 PM 1200 Mountain Avenue I. MAYOR'S STATEMENT: Under the provisions of N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of an annual meeting notice to the Star Ledger, Courier News and Home News, and posted at Borough Hall. II. SALUTE TO FLAG III. ROLL CALL Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived Mayor Jack Mikolajczyk Council President Michael Conahan Councilwoman Jennifer Clock Councilman Joseph DeScenza Councilman Kevin Dotey Councilman Kenneth Griggs Councilwoman Shannon Quinn Interim Administrator Matthew Geist Interim Deputy Administrator Leonard Vidal Borough Attorney Christopher Corsini IV. PRESENTATIONS V. APPOINTMENTS VI. PROCLAMATIONS VII. ORDINANCE(S) FOR INTRODUCTION 1. Ordinance 2177-26 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 420, "ZONING," OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF MIDDLESEX TO ADD A NEW ARTICLE XIII TITLED "ACCESSORY RESIDENTIAL SUITES IN DETACHED SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS," ESTABLISHING DESIGN STANDARDS, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION, INSPECTION, LIFE-SAFETY COMPLIANCE, AND CONTINUED-OCCUPANCY MONITORING REQUIREMENTS. 2. Ordinance 2178-26 BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING VARIOUS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AND THE ACQUISITION OF VARIOUS CAPITAL EQUIPMENT, APPROPRIATING $2,930,800 THEREFOR AND AUTHOR …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
NEW BUSINESS/CONSENT AGENDA/RESOLUTIONS:
6 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Joseph DeScenza yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to vote on low-speed electric vehicle rules, sewer fees, and cable TV consent

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and final votes on ordinances creating regulations for low-speed electric vehicles, revising the sewer use charge appeal process, amending land use procedures, and updating the Lincoln Boulevard redevelopment plan. They will also introduce ordinances to set marriage solemnization fees and grant cable TV consent to Cablevision of Raritan Valley. The consent agenda includes a $99,981 contract to TK1 Solutions, LLC, and resolutions on tax cancellations, liquor license renewals, and a grant application for road improvements on Sherman Ave, Maple St, and Lee Dr.

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1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex
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Borough of Middlesex Mayor and Council Regular Meeting Agenda Middlesex, New Jersey Kelsey Meixner Borough Clerk 732 356-7400 x236 www.middlesexboro-nj.gov Tuesday, June 16, 2026 7:00 PM 1200 Mountain Avenue I. MAYOR'S STATEMENT: Under the provisions of N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of an annual meeting notice to the Star Ledger, Courier News and Home News, and posted at Borough Hall. II. SALUTE TO FLAG III. ROLL CALL Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived Mayor Jack Mikolajczyk Council President Michael Conahan Councilwoman Jennifer Clock Councilman Joseph DeScenza Councilman Kevin Dotey Councilman Kenneth Griggs Councilwoman Shannon Quinn Interim Administrator Matthew Geist Interim Deputy Administrator Leonard Vidal Borough Attorney Christopher Corsini IV. PRESENTATIONS 1. Green Brook Pump Station Permanent Restoration and Perimeter Floodwall 2. Community Energy Planning Grant Presentation V. APPOINTMENTS 1. Appointing Vincent Lella to the Parks Improvement Committee as A Regular Member with a Term Expiring 12/31/2028 2. Appointing Robert Bunting as a Regular Member of the Parks Improvement Committee with a Term Expiring 12/31/2028 3. Appointing Douglas Rex as a Regular Member of the Parks Improvement Committee with a Term Expiring 12/31/2028 VI. PROCLAMATIONS VII. ORDINANCE(S) FOR INTRODUCTION 1. Ordinance 2174-26 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1 …
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Tue May 12, 2026 · 19:00

Borough Council

Middlesex Council to hold public hearing and adopt the 2026 municipal budget

The Borough Council will conduct a public hearing and vote on the adoption of the 2026 Municipal Budget. Other business includes several ordinance introductions, appointments to the Environmental Commission, and various administrative resolutions.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts $26.5M 2026 municipal budget

The Borough Council adopted the 2026 municipal budget totaling $26,494,203.66, which includes $25,610,117.66 for municipal purposes and an $884,086.00 minimum library tax. The council also introduced and adopted several ordinances, including a new chapter regulating low-speed electric vehicles (e-bikes) on sidewalks, and adopted ordinances amending the sewer use charge appeal process, land use procedures, and the Lincoln Boulevard Redevelopment Plan. Additionally, the council approved a three-year tree removal contract with Predator Tree Service and set 2026 salaries for borough officers and employees.

1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex
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Borough of Middlesex Mayor and Council Regular Meeting Agenda Middlesex, New Jersey Kelsey Meixner Borough Clerk 732 356-7400 x236 www.middlesexboro-nj.gov Tuesday, May 12, 2026 7:00 PM 1200 Mountain Avenue I. MAYOR'S STATEMENT: Under the provisions of N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of an annual meeting notice to the Star Ledger, Courier News and Home News, and posted at Borough Hall. II. SALUTE TO FLAG III. ROLL CALL Attendee Name Present Absent Late Arrived Mayor Jack Mikolajczyk Council President Michael Conahan Councilwoman Jennifer Clock Councilman Joseph DeScenza Councilman Kevin Dotey Councilman Kenneth Griggs Councilwoman Shannon Quinn Interim Administrator Matthew Geist Interim Deputy Administrator Leonard Vidal Borough Attorney Christopher Corsini IV. PRESENTATIONS 1. Middlesex Police Department Awards 2. Pillar of Middlesex V. APPOINTMENTS 1. Appointing Andrea Murphy as a Regular Member of the Environmental Commission for a term expiring on 12/31/2027 2. Appointing Gina Salgado as an Alternate Member of the Environmental Commission for a term expiring on 12/31/2026 VI. PROCLAMATIONS 1. National Police Week 2026 VII. Public Hearing for the Adoption of the Budget VIII. Adoption of the Budget 1. Resolution 135-2026 Adoption of the 2026 Municipal Budget IX. ORDINANCE(S) FOR INTRODUCTION 1. Ordinance 2170-26 AN ORDINANCE CREATING A NEW CHAPTER …
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Borough of Middlesex Mayor and Council Regular Meeting Minutes Middlesex, New Jersey Kelsey Meixner Borough Clerk 732 356-7400 x236 www.middlesexboro-nj.gov Tuesday, May 12, 2026 7:00 PM 1200 Mountain Avenue I. MAYOR'S STATEMENT: Under the provisions of N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of an annual meeting notice to the Star Ledger, Courier News and Home News, and posted at Borough Hall. II. SALUTE TO FLAG III. ROLL CALL Council President Michael Conahan Councilman Joseph DeScenza Councilman Kenneth Griggs Councilman Kevin Dotey Councilwoman Jennifer Clock Councilwoman Shannon Quinn Also Present: Mayor Jack Mikolajczyk Interim Administrator Matthew Geist Interim Deputy Administartor Leonard Vidal Borough Attorney Christopher Corsini Others Absent: IV. PRESENTATIONS 1. Middlesex Police Department Awards Police Chief Matthew Geist presented the Awards and made the following comments: Middlesex Police Department Awards Ceremony Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Good evening everyone and welcome to the Middlesex Police Department awards presentation. It has become an annual tradition for us to recognize the outstanding achievements, dedication, and professionalism of the members of the Middlesex Police Department. I would like to thank Mayor Jack Mikolajczyk, Council President Michael Conahan, Councilman Kevin Dotey, our Police Liaison …
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🗳️ How they voted (26 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
resolution of the Governing Body on the 12th day of May 2026. It is further certified that each item of revenue and appropriation is set forth in the same amount and by the same title as appeared in…
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
ordinance shall take effect upon adoption and publication in the manner required by New Jersey general law. RESULT: ADOPTED MOVER: Council President Michael Conahan SECONDER: Councilman Kevin Dotey
9 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Shannon Quinn yea · Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
ordinance shall take effect upon adoption and publication in the manner required by New Jersey general law but, in no event, less than 20 days after its final passage by the Borough Council and…
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
Ordinance shall take effect as provided by law. RESULT: ADOPTED MOVER: Council President Michael Conahan SECONDER: Councilman Kevin Dotey
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
Ordinance for anyone wishing to comment. Seeing that there were no further comments, Mayor Mikolajczyk closed the Public Portion on the Ordinance. RESULT: ADOPTED MOVER: Council President Michael…
15 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea · Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea · Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
Ordinance for anyone wishing to comment. Seeing that there were no further comments, Mayor Mikolajczyk closed the Public Portion on the Ordinance. RESULT: ADOPTED MOVER: Council President Michael…
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
Resolution 136-2026 Approving the Reimbursement of Late Fees that were Incorrectly Applied to Board of Health License Renewals The Governing Body hereby authorizes the reimbursement of late fees that…
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
Resolution 137-2026 Acceptance of Standing Reports 1. Acceptance of the April Police Report. 2. Accepting David Lugara as a member of the Beechwood Fire Company. 3. Accepting Nicholas Breen and Brian…
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
resolution will be forwarded to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services upon adoption. RESULT: ADOPTED MOVER: Council President Michael Conahan SECONDER: Councilman Kevin Dotey
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
that the CFO hereby certifies funds are appropriated in the yearly operating budget. RESULT: ADOPTED MOVER: Council President Michael Conahan SECONDER: Councilman Kevin Dotey
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
resolution shall take effect immediately. RESULT: ADOPTED MOVER: Council President Michael Conahan SECONDER: Councilman Kevin Dotey
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
Resolution 141-2026 Authorizing the Mayor to Execute the Main Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Phase III Renewal Agreement Between the MCUA and the Borough of Middlesex Authorizing the Mayor to execute the…
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
Resolution 142-2026 Authorizing Waiving of Certain Fees for Jack's Kids, A Non - Profit Organization in the Amount of $252.00 Authorizing the Waiving of Certain Fees for Jack's Kids, A Non - Profit…
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
[context] ectrical SubCode Official $18,837.00 Fire SubCode Official $15,007.00 Juvenile Committee Secretary $2,380.00 Recreation Committee Secretary $1,500.00 Shade Tree Commission Secretary…
4 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Shannon Quinn yea
[context] NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the Tax Collector is hereby authorized to issue a check to the lien holder in the following amount(s): Date of Sale: 11/18/2025 Block/Lot: 70.06 / 11 Amount…
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
resolution and allow suitable amount of time consistent with tax billing for the payment of said amount without interest. At expiration of that time, interest will accrue at the level established in…
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
Resolution 146-2026 Refund Of 2nd QTR Tax Payment for Block 46, Lot 12 WHEREAS, payment was posted on 4/21/2026 from the buyer of Block 46 Lot 12 for 2rd Qtr. 2026 in the amount of $2,429.52, and…
4 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Shannon Quinn yea
[context] andria Pileggi Middlesex Counselor $16 Sophia Burgess Middlesex Counselor $16 Sofia Ahumada Middlesex Counselor $16 Kendall Maynard Middlesex Counselor $16 Amanda Orts Middlesex Counselor…
4 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Shannon Quinn yea
Resolution 148-2026 Hiring Keith Snyder Of South Plainfield, NJ, As The Substitute Inspector For Plumbing, Subcode Official, Fire And Mechanical For The Borough Of Middlesex At the request of the…
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
[context] (2) Amusement Machines $350.00 701 Lincoln Boulevard (1) Music Machine TOTAL $1350.00 RESULT: ADOPTED MOVER: Council President Michael Conahan SECONDER: Councilman Kevin Dotey
5 yea
Michael Conahan yea · Kenneth Griggs yea · Kevin Dotey yea · Jennifer Clock yea · Shannon Quinn yea
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$4.0MLOWDER ELECTRIC AND CONSTRUCTION CORP
Department of Veterans Affairs · 630A4-18-415 (INSTALL GENERATOR FOR B85 AND B86)
$1.2MLOWDER ELECTRIC AND CONSTRUCTION CORP
Department of Veterans Affairs · 630A4-CSI-427 (SITE PREP FOR CARESTREAM DRX-EXCEL PLUS AND CANON ULTIM
$526,507LOWDER ELECTRIC AND CONSTRUCTION CORP
Department of Veterans Affairs · EMERGENCY BUS DUCT REPAIR
$212,876LOWDER ELECTRIC AND CONSTRUCTION CORP
Department of Veterans Affairs · EMERGENCY INSTALLATION OF 2ND TEMPORARY CHILLER
$70,718STEAM VALLEY COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALISTS INC
Department of Homeland Security · THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROCURE ANTENNA INSTALLATION SERVIC
$69,486PUMPING SERVICES, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · EMERGENCY FEED PUMP RENTAL
$56,752PUMPING SERVICES, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · EMERGENCY FEEDWATER PUMPS
$36,667PUMPING SERVICES, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · BOILER PLANT FEED WATER PUMP REPLACEMENT & REPAIR SERVICES
$9,750PERIMETER INSULATION INC
Department of the Interior · SERVICE - RESIDENCE ASBESTOS REMOVAL AT FWS GREAT SWAMP NWR
$7,750JOHN PAUL OSBORN
Department of Justice · THIS IS A NEW EXPERT WITNESS REQUEST

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

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