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Middlesex public meetings in 2024

22 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Middlesex Borough Council holds special meeting with executive session on affordable housing

The Middlesex Borough Council convened a special meeting on December 17, 2024, following legal notice requirements. The agenda included procedural items such as a roll call, salute to the flag, and public participation rules. An executive session was scheduled to discuss contract negotiations related to affordable housing under Resolution 321-2024.

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Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to award $1.19M ADA playground contract, $752K road program

The Borough Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances: one amending the development fees chapter and one setting salary ranges for certain officers and employees. The consent agenda includes numerous resolutions, notably awarding contracts for the Mountain View Park playground and restroom project, the 2024 road program, and other purchases. The council will also enter executive session for potential litigation, real estate, and contract negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $752K road contract, $1.19M playground equipment

The Borough Council approved a consent agenda including a $752,224.82 road construction contract for 1st, 2nd Streets, Seneca Avenue, and Rutgers Lane, and a $1,188,452.00 contract for ADA-compliant playground equipment at Mountain View Park. Two ordinances were adopted: one reordering the development fees chapter and another setting salary ranges for certain employees. The council also approved several personnel actions, including advancing police officers and hiring a part-time sanitation employee.

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Mon Dec 2, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to introduce ordinance setting salary ranges for borough officers and employees

The Middlesex Borough Council is holding a special remote meeting on December 2, 2024, at 4:30 PM. The only substantive item is the introduction of Ordinance 2140-24, which fixes and determines salary ranges for certain borough officers and employees. The meeting also includes a public comment period and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Council introduces salary ordinance for borough employees

The Borough Council held a special meeting and introduced Ordinance 2140-24, which sets salary ranges for certain full-time, part-time, and hourly employees. The ordinance passed first reading unanimously and is scheduled for a public hearing and second reading on December 17, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue Nov 26, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to introduce salary ordinance and development fee amendment

The Borough Council will consider introducing two ordinances: one setting salary ranges for borough officers and employees, and another amending the development fees chapter. The meeting also includes a property maintenance hearing, several resolutions on the consent agenda, and a public comment period.

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Tue Oct 29, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council seeks public input on borough needs and services

The Middlesex Borough Council is holding a special meeting to gather public comments and discussion on borough needs, desired services and programs, and a review of borough departments and services. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is dedicated to public input. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 26, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Council holds special meeting to gather public input on borough's future

The Borough Council held a special meeting focused on community discussion, gathering public comments on the borough's identity, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was procedural and informational, with the next regular meeting scheduled for November 26, 2024.

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Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to vote on contracts, grants, and resignations at Oct. 22 meeting

The Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on October 22, 2024, with a consent agenda covering routine resolutions, including contract approvals, grant applications, and acceptance of resignations. There are no ordinances scheduled for introduction or public hearing. The meeting will also include an executive session to discuss personnel restructuring and potential litigation.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to adopt stormwater control ordinance and police vehicle purchase

The Borough Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one repealing and replacing the stormwater control chapter, and another creating a Green Team subcommittee under the Environmental Commission. The council will also vote on resolutions including a $8,481.50 police vehicle equipment purchase, a property sale, and several tax deduction status changes. A workshop item on the Cedar Avenue Railroad Crossing will be discussed.

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Tue Sep 24, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to introduce stormwater and green team ordinances, adopt several others

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and vote on three ordinances (Board of Health bylaws, junkyards, property maintenance), introduce two new ordinances (stormwater control replacement and creating a Green Team subcommittee), and consider a consent agenda with resolutions including purchases for police equipment and a consulting contract. The meeting also includes presentations, proclamations, and an executive session on public safety contract negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts stormwater, junkyard, property maintenance ordinances

The Borough Council held a regular meeting on September 24, 2024. The council adopted three ordinances: updating stormwater control regulations (2136-24), prohibiting new junkyards except for existing nonconforming uses (2134-24), and amending property maintenance enforcement procedures (2135-24). The council also introduced two ordinances for future consideration: creating a Green Team subcommittee (2137-24) and amending Board of Health bylaws (2133-24).

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Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to introduce ordinances on junkyards, property maintenance, and Board of Health bylaws

The Borough Council will introduce three ordinances amending municipal codes on Board of Health bylaws, junkyards and junk dealers, and property maintenance. They will also hold a public hearing on the sale of Block 306, Lot 17, and consider a consent agenda with resolutions including refunds, equipment purchases, and a shared services agreement.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts sale of West Pershing Ave parcel, minimum bid $360K

The Borough Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2132-24 authorizing the public sale of municipally owned Block 306, Lot 17 along West Pershing Avenue, with a minimum bid of $360,000. The council also introduced three ordinances on first reading: amending Board of Health bylaws, prohibiting junkyards except for existing nonconforming uses, and updating property maintenance enforcement procedures. Appointments to the Cultural & Arts Committee were approved, and a consent agenda was adopted 3-1, with Councilman Carnes voting no.

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Tue Aug 27, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to consider sale of Block 306, Lot 17 and multiple equipment purchases

The Borough Council will hold a regular meeting with several ordinances for introduction and public hearing, including the sale of a property and amendments to municipal codes. The consent agenda includes numerous resolutions for equipment purchases and contracts, such as a new restroom for Mountain View Park and police license plate readers. An executive session is scheduled for contract negotiations and potential litigation.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts ordinances on massage parlors, trees, and disabled veteran fee waivers

The Borough Council adopted three ordinances: one amending massage and bodywork therapy establishment regulations, one amending the tree removal code, and one waiving construction fees for 100% disabled veterans. The council also introduced an ordinance to sell a municipally owned parcel on West Pershing Avenue at public auction with a minimum bid of $360,000. Several appointments to borough committees were approved, and a resolution to purchase pagers was withdrawn.

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Tue Jul 23, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to consider rezoning, fee waivers, and $209,899 parking lot contract

The Borough Council will hold a regular meeting with several ordinances for introduction, including amendments to massage/bodywork regulations, tree code, and construction fee waivers for disabled veterans. A public hearing and final adoption is scheduled for a rezoning of Block 306, Lot 17 from Municipal to R-50. The consent agenda includes a $209,899.66 contract for milling and paving the Municipal Building parking lot, along with other resolutions on sewer charges, licenses, and personnel actions.

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Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to vote on $2.19M bond for capital improvements and equipment

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and consider final adoption of four ordinances, including a $2,187,600 bond ordinance for capital improvements and equipment, and amendments to solid waste, landlord registration, and salary ordinances. The council will also vote on a consent agenda with resolutions for sewer charge waivers, police officer promotions, and other routine matters, plus discuss amendments to massage and tree ordinances. An executive session is scheduled for real estate and potential litigation.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts $2.19M bond for capital improvements, police gear, road work

The Borough Council adopted a $2,187,600 bond ordinance (2125-24) to fund various capital improvements and equipment, including police vehicles and gear, fire department equipment, road work on Seneca Avenue, First and Second Streets, and other departmental upgrades. The council also adopted ordinances amending solid waste receptacle rules, landlord registration compliance dates, and salary ranges for borough employees. Two resolutions regarding sewer fee waivers were tabled to the July 23 meeting.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to consider $2.19M bond for capital improvements and rezoning

The Borough Council will introduce several ordinances, including a $2,187,600 bond ordinance for capital improvements and equipment, and a rezoning of Block 306, Lot 17 from Municipal to R-50. They will also consider resolutions for contracts, grants, and personnel actions, and hold a public comment period.

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✓ Decided: Council introduces $2.19M capital improvement bond ordinance

The Borough Council introduced a $2,187,600 bond ordinance for capital improvements, including police, fire, road, and park equipment, with a public hearing set for June 25, 2024. The council also introduced ordinances to amend garbage receptacle rules, adjust landlord registration deadlines, rezone a municipal property for residential sale, and set salary ranges for borough employees. All introductions passed unanimously with Councilmen Carnes and Rex absent.

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Tue May 28, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to adopt ordinances on Factory Lane vacation, pool, sewer rates, landlord registration

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and final votes on four ordinances, including vacating part of Factory Lane, amending municipal pool rules, adjusting sewer use rates, and updating landlord registration. The agenda also includes routine resolutions, appointments, proclamations, and an executive session on real estate and potential litigation.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts four ordinances including pool fee hikes and sewer rate changes

The Borough Council unanimously adopted four ordinances: vacating a portion of Factory Lane, amending municipal pool membership and fees (raising rates), updating sewer use charges, and revising landlord registration rules. It also approved several resolutions, including a payroll services contract with ADP and a tree removal bid award to Predator Tree Service. The meeting included presentations on Heather Lane erosion work and proclamations for ALS Awareness, Military Appreciation, and Public Works Week.

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Tue May 14, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Middlesex Borough adopts $24.27M 2024 municipal budget

The Borough Council adopted the 2024 municipal budget totaling $24,268,231.91, which includes a $23,492,897.66 appropriation for municipal purposes and a $775,334.25 minimum library tax. The vote was 5-1, with Councilman Carnes voting against. The council also introduced several ordinances on first reading, including changes to pool fees, sewer rates, and landlord registration rules, all set for a public hearing on May 28.

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Tue Apr 23, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to appoint JLUB members, adopt budget, and discuss pool and erosion

The Borough Council will hold its regular meeting with presentations, appointments to the JLUB, proclamations, and adoption of resolutions including the 2024 municipal budget. The agenda includes consent agenda items such as tax lien redemptions and hiring a fire subcode inspector, plus a non-consent resolution to pay claims. Workshop items include discussion of Heather Lane property erosion, swim pool ordinance revisions, and personnel matters. An executive session is scheduled for public safety, potential litigation, DPW union contract, and real estate.

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✓ Decided: Council approves appointments, resolutions, and moves to investigate CFO issue

The Borough Council unanimously approved two appointments to the Joint Land Use Board and adopted a consent agenda including several resolutions. A motion to investigate circumstances involving three employees was made and then withdrawn after public comment. The council also authorized the mayor to execute an agreement with the county for license plate recognition cameras.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to introduce 2024 budget and amend bond ordinances

The Borough Council will introduce the 2024 municipal budget and consider three bond ordinances, including amendments to reduce funding for a prior acquisition and increase funding for the Mountainview Park project. The consent agenda includes routine items such as road project bond releases, a change order, property sales, and various refunds. A workshop item on Heather Lane property erosion will be discussed, and an executive session is scheduled for real estate matters.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2024 budget with $15.4M tax levy, 3 bond ordinances

The Borough Council introduced the 2024 municipal budget with total appropriations of $24,268,231.91 and a local tax levy of $15,410,454.93, plus a library tax of $775,334.25. The council also adopted three bond ordinances: amending the 1190 Mountain Ave project to reduce appropriation to $425,000 and increase debt authorization to $385,313.97; amending the Mountainview Park project to increase appropriation to $2,200,000 and debt to $384,168.03; and amending the Culture and Heritage Committee and Library chapters. Additionally, the council approved appointments, a property sale, and various resolutions.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to consider selling borough-owned lot and exceeding budget cap

The Borough Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances, including authorizing the sale of Block 265, Lot 25 at public sale, exceeding municipal budget appropriation limits with a cap bank, and releasing conservation easements for the Green Brook Flood Risk Management Project. The council will also vote on a consent agenda with resolutions for purchases, tax adjustments, and a police range agreement, and discuss Heather Lane property erosion in a workshop.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2024 budget cap increase and property sale ordinance

The Borough Council adopted ordinances to increase the 2024 budget cap by 3.5% ($570,858.54) and to sell municipally owned land at 210 Grove Avenue (Block 265, Lot 25) at public auction with a minimum bid of $450,000. The council also approved the release of conservation easements for the Green Brook Flood Risk Management Project, tabled an ordinance to dissolve the Culture and Heritage Committee, and approved several appointments and resolutions.

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Tue Feb 27, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to sell two properties, adopt budget cap ordinance

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and consider final adoption of an ordinance to sell a Drake Avenue property to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and introduce ordinances to sell another property at public sale, exceed state budget limits, and reorganize the Culture and Heritage Committee. The council will also vote on routine resolutions, including a $34,218.39 fence purchase for athletic fields, and discuss Heather Lane property erosion in a workshop.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Borough Council to vote on zoning updates, flood project easements, and police promotions

The Middlesex Borough Council will hold its regular meeting to vote on several ordinances, including updates to the industrial zoning district and increased escrow fees for development applications. The council will also consider resolutions for property sales to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as part of the Green Brook flood risk management project and approve promotions for police personnel.

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Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Council to introduce zoning, fee, fire dept, and bylaws ordinances

The Borough Council will introduce four ordinances, including updates to the I-Industrial zone, increased escrow fees for development applications, a new fire department section for volunteer members, and council bylaws amendments. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with resolutions on police equipment, a sewer jet vac lease, and a refund, plus a workshop on Heather Lane erosion and renaming project sites.

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Tue Jan 2, 2024 · 19:00

Borough Council

Middlesex Borough Council reorganizes, appoints officials for 2024

The Borough Council is holding its annual reorganizational meeting to swear in the mayor and council members, appoint the borough attorney and other professional services, and adopt routine resolutions for 2024. This is largely procedural, setting up the year's operations and appointments.

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