Middlesex County, New Jersey

COUNTY AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT BOARD (CADB)

MCJHIF Commissioners Meeting

Children's Services Council Monthly Meeting

July Board Meeting

MCIC Insurance Commission Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association

Planning Board

SWAC meeting

Development Review Committee

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

HIV Health Services Planning Council Monthly Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

Children's Services Council Monthly Meeting

ADRC Partnership Meeting for Service Providers

Aging and Disabled Advisory Council Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

MCIC Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

Development Review Committee

SWAC meeting

Planning Board

HIV Health Services Planning Council Monthly Meeting

Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association

Mental Health Board Meeting

Middlesex County Empowering Seniors Fall Prevention Network (MCESFPN) Meeting

HIV Health Services Planning Council Monthly Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

MCJHIF Commissioners Meeting

Children's Services Council Monthly Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

MCIC Meeting

Mental Health Board Meeting

HIV Health Services Planning Council Monthly Meeting

Planning Board

SWAC meeting

Development Review Committee

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

Workforce Development Board Quarterly Meeting

COUNTY AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT BOARD (CADB)

Children's Services Council Monthly Meeting

MCJHIF Commissioners Meeting

HIV Health Services Planning Council Monthly Meeting

Middlesex County Local Emergency Planning Committee Meeting

MCIC Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association

Development Review Committee

SWAC meeting

Planning Board

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

Middlesex County Empowering Seniors Fall Prevention Network (MCESFPN) Meeting

Children's Services Council Monthly Meeting

MCJHIF Commissioners Meeting

Ethics Board Regular Meeting

ADRC Partnership Meeting for Service Providers

MCIC Meeting

Aging and Disabled Advisory Council Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

Planning Board

Development Review Committee

SWAC meeting

Public Review of the Emergency Response Plan

This is a procedural public review session for the Middlesex County Emergency Response Plan (ERP). No decisions will be made; individuals may review the plan for their municipality of residence or employment. Attendance requires prior email registration, and recording devices are prohibited.

• Public review of Emergency Response Plan on December 9, 2026, 9:00am-2:00pm at Middlesex County Fire Academy, 1001 Fire Academy Drive, Sayreville, NJ

MCJHIF Commissioners Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

Children's Services Council Monthly Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association

Planning Board

Development Review Committee

COUNTY AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT BOARD (CADB)

Workforce Development Board Quarterly Meeting

Monthly Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a conference meeting to discuss and vote on over 30 resolutions. Key items include a resolution fixing commissioners' salaries with a public hearing scheduled for August 20, 2026, and a $4.3 million increase to an IT hardware and software contract. Also under consideration is a $1.2 million HOME grant for 10 affordable housing units in Old Bridge, and acquisition of parcels for intersection improvements on Rahway Avenue in Woodbridge.

• Resolution 26-784-R fixing commissioners' salaries and scheduling a public hearing on August 20, 2026
• Resolution 26-789-R amending IT contract by increasing total from $6M to $10.3M
• Resolution 26-806-R authorizing $1,200,000 in HOME funds for 10 affordable homebuyer units at 200 Laurence Parkway in Old Bridge
• Resolution 26-785-R authorizing parcel acquisitions for Rahway Avenue (CR514) and Omar Avenue intersection improvements, cost not to exceed $51,545
• Resolution 26-786-R awarding a legal services contract for PFAS investigation and litigation to Keefe Law Firm

MCIC Insurance Commission Meeting

The Middlesex County Insurance Commission is meeting on July 16, 2026, with an agenda consisting only of procedural items. The meeting includes approval of open and closed minutes from June 4, 2026, and a closed session under Resolution MCIC 26-07. No correspondence, old business, or new business is listed.

• Approval of June 4, 2026 open minutes
• Approval of June 4, 2026 closed minutes (board only)
• Closed session under Resolution MCIC 26-07
• No correspondence or substantive business on agenda

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Middlesex County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda including a $10.3 million contract for computer hardware and software, a $1.2 million grant for affordable housing, and legal services for PFAS investigation. The board will also hold a public hearing on a resolution to set commissioners' salaries.

• Authorize $10.3M for IT hardware/software
• Authorize $1.2M for affordable housing construction
• Authorize $51,545 for road intersection improvements
• Authorize $270,083 for workforce development services
• Authorize $109,500 for grant management services

Middlesex County Construction Board of Appeals

Planning Board

SWAC meeting

The Solid Waste Advisory Council will meet virtually to discuss routine reports from the Division of Solid Waste Management, DEP, Environmental Division, MCIA, and MCUA. The main new business item is Administrative Action 3-26 concerning the Republic Recycling Center in New Brunswick.

• Administrative Action 3-26 (Republic Recycling Center, New Brunswick)
• Division of Solid Waste Management Report
• DEP report
• Environmental Division - Solid Waste Enforcement report
• MCUA report on Middlesex County Landfill

Planning Board

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is meeting to discuss new site plans and a minor subdivision. The body will also review performance guarantees and extension requests for several projects across multiple municipalities.

• Site plan for NJ American Water - Oak Tree Booster Station Improvements in Edison
• Site plan for Raritan Plaza III Warehouse in Edison
• Site plan for McDonald’s at 993 US Route 1 in North Brunswick
• Minor subdivision sketch plat for Joao Paiva in Monroe
• Performance guarantees for Easton Fuel in New Brunswick and NUVIDA STN Realty Holdings LLC in South Brunswick

Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association

MCIA Board Meeting

The Middlesex County Improvement Authority is meeting to discuss and vote on several resolutions. The primary item is a multi-year contract for yard waste recycling services.

• Contract for yard waste recycling to Britton Industries not to exceed $934,585.00 per year (Sept 1, 2026 – Aug 31, 2029, with two one-year extensions)
• Resolution to authorize SAGE program officials as Authority representatives for NJ Division of Local Government Services applications
• Resolution for payment of expenses

HIV Health Services Planning Council Monthly Meeting

The HIV Health Services Planning Council for Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon will hold its July 2026 monthly meeting. The agenda includes approvals of prior minutes and the current agenda, an administrative agent report, a Part B update, committee reports, and old business regarding the Integrated Care Plan update. No major decisions or concrete actions are listed; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from June 2026
• Approval of agenda for July 2026
• Part B Update (5 minutes)
• Old Business: Integrated Care Plan update
• Committee reports (Executive, Membership & Bylaws, QISP, Mentorship & Outreach)

MCIC Insurance Commission Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including awarding a $124,058.51 furniture contract for Middlesex Stadium and rescinding a previous $200,000 electrical repairs contract to re-award it to different vendors. Other agenda items cover routine HR changes and authorization to pay audited bills.

• 26-783-R: Award contract to ARD Facilities Management Group LLC for $124,058.51 to furnish and install furniture at Middlesex Stadium
• 26-782-R: Rescind previous $200,000 electrical repairs contract with Oxford Electrical Contractors and re-award to Sal’s Electric Co. (primary) and Vanore Electric Inc. (secondary)
• 26-780-R: Authorize human resources changes per list dated July 2, 2026
• 26-781-R: Authorize treasurer to pay all properly audited bills and payrolls and allow line-item transfers

The Board adopted the consent agenda unanimously, approving several routine resolutions. It rescinded a prior $200,000 electrical contract and awarded new contracts to Sal's Electric Co. and Vanore Electric Inc. It also approved a $124,058.51 contract for furniture for Middlesex Stadium. All actions were approved by voice vote.

• Adopted consent agenda (Resolutions 26-780-R to 26-783-R) – unanimous
• Authorized changes in Human Resources report (Resolution 26-780-R) – unanimous
• Authorized Treasurer to pay audited bills and payrolls and to make transfers (Resolution 26-781-R) – unanimous
• Rescinded Resolution 26-734-R and re‑awarded $200,000 electrical contracts to Sal's Electric Co. (primary) and Vanore Electric Inc. (secondary) – unanimous
• Awarded $124,058.51 contract to ARD Facilities Management Group LLC DBA Paramount Facility Management Solutions for stadium furniture – unanimous

Children's Services Council Monthly Meeting

The Middlesex County Children’s Services Council will review the May 26 minutes, receive reports from several committees, consider new business regarding the November 2026 meeting, and confirm the next meeting date of July 28 at 75 Bayard Street, New Brunswick.

• Review of May 26, 2026 meeting minutes
• Committee reports: Youth Justice Commission, Bylaws & Membership, JDAI, CIACC, etc.
• New business: discussion of the November 2026 meeting
• Old business: scheduling the July 28, 2026 meeting at 75 Bayard Street

Tax Board Meeting

MCJHIF Commissioners Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Board will consider a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions, including appointments, contract awards, property acquisitions, budget amendments, and social service agreements. Key items include amending two marketing services contracts with AVA TopRight LLC for a combined total of over $9.1 million, a labor agreement with AFSCME Council 63, and a property acquisition for culvert replacement. The meeting also includes ceremonial resolutions and minutes approval.

• Appoint Yasmin Brissac and Vito Cimilluca to the Middlesex County Utilities Authority
• Award professional legal services as special land use counsel to Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi, PC
• Authorize acquisition of parcels for culvert replacement on Spotswood-Englishtown Road, Monroe, NJ (not to exceed $75,300)
• Approve labor agreement with AFSCME Council 63 Local #3256 and amend salary guide for career service employees
• Amend marketing services contracts with AVA TopRight LLC for County ($6,544,527) and affiliated entities ($2,603,454.53)

The Board adopted several authorizations, including a $6,544,527 contract extension with AVA TopRight LLC and a $22,000 veterans‑transportation grant. It also approved the 2026 Annual Action Plan for HUD, a $150,000 JARC grant application, and the acquisition of parcels for culvert replacement. All items were approved by unanimous or recorded votes.

• Adopted $6,544,527 contract extension with AVA TopRight LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted $2,603,454.53 contract extension with AVA TopRight LLC for college services (unanimous)
• Adopted $22,000 veterans transportation grant contract (5-0)
• Adopted $150,000 JARC grant application with $150,000 county match (4-0)
• Adopted Middlesex Urban County 2026 Annual Action Plan submission to HUD (5-0)
• Adopted acquisition of parcels for culvert replacement, cost ≤ $75,300 (unanimous)
• Adopted purchase of document scanning services up to $100,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted $10,000 artistic services contract with Sixth Regiment USCT (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several contract extensions, budget amendments for human services, and municipal agreements for substance use prevention. The meeting includes proposals for land acquisition in Monroe and appointments to the County Utilities Authority.

• Increase marketing contract with AVA TopRight LLC to a new total of $6,544,527.00
• Acquisition of parcels in Monroe for culvert replacement on Spotswood-Englishtown Road not to exceed $75,300.00
• Municipal Alliance Agreements for substance use prevention for East Brunswick, Old Bridge, Edison, Carteret, Highland Park, South Brunswick, and Middlesex
• Contract for document scanning and retention services from Foveonics Document Solutions not to exceed $100,000.00
• Public hearing for the Area Plan scheduled for August 5, 2026, at the Spotswood Senior Center

Middlesex County Construction Board of Appeals

Middlesex County Empowering Seniors Fall Prevention Network (MCESFPN) Meeting

MCIA Board Meeting

The Middlesex County Improvement Authority approved an increase in the hourly rate for General Counsel and authorized a large payment of expenses. The board also approved the minutes from the May 21, 2026, meeting.

• Approved increase of General Counsel hourly rate to $250 (4-0)
• Approved payment of expenses totaling $9,087,011.29 (4-0)
• Approved May 21, 2026, meeting minutes

Public Review of the Emergency Response Plan

Middlesex County will hold a public review of the Emergency Response Plan on June 10, 2026, at the Office of Emergency Management. Attendees must sign up in advance and are restricted to reviewing information for their municipality of residence and work.

• Public review of Emergency Response Plan scheduled for June 10, 2026
• Review location: Middlesex County Office of Emergency Management at 1001 Fire Academy Drive
• Review hours: 9:00am to 2:00pm
• Attendees must sign up via email to [email protected]
• No recording devices allowed at the event

Planning Board

The Middlesex County Planning Board will hear a presentation from Senior Resiliency Planner Anna McQuarrie on the county's stormwater and wastewater infrastructure. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes, a planning director's report, and a development review committee report. No major rezonings or contracts are listed; the meeting is largely procedural aside from the infrastructure overview.

• Presentation by Senior Resiliency Planner on stormwater & wastewater infrastructure
• Approval of May 12, 2026 meeting minutes
• Planning Director's Report
• Development Review Committee Report
• Status of summer Planning Board meetings (July 14 and August 11, 2026)

Development Review Committee

The Middlesex County Development Review Committee will consider a final major subdivision for the Friendship Road PPF Industrial development in South Brunswick and a preliminary and final major subdivision for 111 Central Avenue in New Brunswick. The committee also has 10 site plans on the agenda, including projects at Fairway Country Club in Edison and the Monroe Logistics Center. Six extension requests for previously approved projects are scheduled for review. Public comments will be accepted.

• Final major subdivision, Friendship Road PPF Industrial Development, South Brunswick (SB-SUB-2631)
• Preliminary and final major subdivision, 111 Central Avenue, New Brunswick (NB-SUB-2643)
• Site plan, Fairway Country Club at 1000 Inman Avenue, Edison (ED-SP-2394)
• Site plan, Monroe Logistics Center, Monroe (MO-SP-2567)
• Extension request for The Green at Old Bridge Phase 1 Residential, Old Bridge (OB-SP-1185)

The Development Review Committee approved multiple subdivisions and site plans across various municipalities. Additionally, the committee granted extensions for six pending applications until the July 14, 2026, meeting.

• Approved Heller Park North performance guarantee (SB-SP-106)
• Approved Friendship Road Development final major subdivision (SB-SUB-2631)
• Approved 111 Central Avenue preliminary and final major subdivision (NB-SUB-2643)
• Approved Fairway Country Club site plan with conditions (ED-SP-2394)
• Approved 2076 Woodbridge Ave site plan with conditions (ED-SP-2447)
• Approved Monroe Logistics Center site plan with conditions (MO-SP-2567)
• Approved 188 Easton Avenue site plan with conditions (NB-SP-2585)
• Approved AST New Street site plan with conditions (NB-SP-2610)

SWAC meeting

Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association

Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association

MCIC Meeting

This is a procedural meeting of the Middlesex County Insurance Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes from May 7, 2026, and a closed session. No new business, correspondence, or old business items are listed. The meeting has no significant decisions or discussions for the public.

• Approval of open and closed minutes from May 7, 2026

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Middlesex County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including a $19.2 million general obligation bond issuance for improvement projects, magnet schools, and county colleges. Other actions include contracts for legal services, public safety equipment, social services grants, and labor agreements. The meeting also features ceremonial recognitions and routine approvals.

• Resolution 26-653-R: Authorize up to $19,200,000 in general obligation bonds (Series 2026) for improvements, magnet schools, and county colleges.
• Resolution 26-635-R: Approve a 2025-2028 labor agreement with AFSCME Council 63, Local 3440-E (Election Board) and amend salary guide.
• Resolution 26-638-R: Amend resolution for purchase and installation of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system, not to exceed $3,500,000, updating contract expiration to May 14, 2027.
• Resolution 26-644-R: Authorize execution of Homeless Trust Fund agency contracts for July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, total $150,000.
• Resolution 26-637-R: Authorize purchase of miscellaneous hardware and accessories up to $100,000 from Axon Enterprises for law enforcement purposes.

The Board of County Commissioners adopted a series of resolutions via the consent agenda covering legal services, labor agreements, and department funding. These decisions included authorizing hardware purchases, historical preservation services, and various human services contracts.

• Adopted ceremonial resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved correspondence (unanimous)
• Approved May 21, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Awarded legal services contract to Florio Perrucci Steinhardt Cappelli & Tipton, L.L.C.
• Approved AFSCME Council 63, Local 3440-E labor agreement and salary guide
• Authorized Axon Enterprises, Inc. hardware purchase up to $100,000.00
• Amended Gold Type Business Machines contract expiration for ALPR system to May 14, 2027
• Authorized Emma Hubbard Lopez history internship ($500.00) and Preservation New Jersey Inc. workshops ($10,000.00)

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes a resolution to issue up to $19.2 million in general obligation bonds for county improvements, magnet schools, and county colleges. Other items include a labor agreement with AFSCME Local 3440-E, an amendment to an automated license plate reader contract, and contracts for homeless services and election support. The meeting is a conference session where most items are expected to be approved as a single package.

• 26-653-R: Issue up to $19,200,000 in General Obligation Bonds for improvements, magnet schools, and county colleges
• 26-635-R: Approve 2025-2028 labor agreement with AFSCME Council 63, Local 3440-E (Election Board)
• 26-638-R: Amend ALPR system contract to extend expiration to May 14, 2027, not to exceed $3,500,000
• 26-644-R: Authorize Homeless Trust Fund agency contracts totaling $150,000 for July 2026–June 2027
• 26-648-R: Authorize $98,000 for election site support and project management for 2026 school board and primary elections

Aging and Disabled Advisory Council Meeting

ADRC Partnership Meeting for Service Providers

Board Meeting

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Middlesex County Board of Elections. The agenda includes only the adoption of minutes from prior meetings, commissioner comments, and public comment, with no new or old business items listed for discussion or decision.

HIV Health Services Planning Council Monthly Meeting

The council will approve the May 2026 minutes and the June agenda, and hear reports from the administrative agent and committee chairs. It will then consider new business items, specifically the MSHTGA Integrated Care Plan and FY25 carry‑over funding.

• Approval of May 2026 minutes
• Approval of June 2026 agenda
• Administrative Agent Report (5 minutes)
• New Business – MSHTGA Integrated Care Plan
• New Business – FY25 Carry Over

Ethics Board Regular Meeting

Mental Health Board Meeting

The Middlesex County Mental Health Board will meet to discuss mental health services funded by the NJ DMHAS for fiscal year 2026. The meeting includes reports from DMHAS and a member tribute to Liz Marchese.

• Presentation on FY 26 NJ DMHAS Funded Mental Health Services including Bridgeway, Catholic Charities, and Rutgers UBHC
• Report from DMHAS provided by Angela Wairimu
• Member tribute for Liz Marchese
• Announcement of June 12th virtual event: Insights & Approaches to Reduce the Stigma of Substance Use
• Announcement of June 12th-13th NAMI NJ 2026 Annual Conference

Public Hearing on Plan Amendment 2026-1 (Stericycle Medical Waste Facility)

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a public hearing regarding Plan Amendment 2026-1. The proposal seeks to increase the capacity of the Stericycle, Inc. medical waste facility and correct its official block and lot numbers.

• Proposed increase of Stericycle facility capacity from 150 tons/day to 290 tons/day
• Correction of block and lot numbers for the facility at 75 Crows Mill Road & 100 Bayview Avenue, Keasbey
• Public hearing on May 27, 2026, with written comments accepted until June 1, 2026

The Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution 26-767‑R on June 18, 2026, approving Plan Amendment 2026‑1. The amendment adds the Stericycle medical waste facility at 75 Crows Mill Road and 100 Bayview Avenue to the County Solid Waste Management Plan and increases its capacity to 290 tons per day. No public comments were received at the May 27 hearing. The Clerk will forward a certified copy of the resolution to the Solid Waste Advisory Council.

• Approved Plan Amendment 2026‑1 to include Stericycle facility and increase capacity (Resolution 26‑767‑R)
• Authorized the Clerk to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Solid Waste Advisory Council

Children's Services Council Monthly Meeting

The Middlesex County Council for Children’s Services will review the minutes from the April 28th meeting, receive reports from several committees, and confirm the date and location of the next meeting on June 30th.

• Review of April 28th meeting minutes
• Reports from Youth Justice Commission and other committees
• Scheduling of next CCS meeting for June 30th at 75 Bayard Street

The Council voted to fund the Perth Amboy Youth Internship and Leadership Initiative ($41,600) and the Youth Advocate Programs Tiered Prevention/Diversion Services ($47,753). Both proposals passed with strong majorities. The Council also approved exploring use of the remaining $10,671.36 of unallocated funds for an existing 2026 program. Earlier, the April 2026 meeting minutes were approved as written.

• Approved April 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Perth Amboy Youth Internship and Leadership Initiative ($41,600) (12-0-2-5)
• Approved Youth Advocate Programs Tiered Prevention/Diversion Services ($47,753) (15-0-1-3)
• Approved recommendation to explore using $10,671.36 unallocated funds for a current 2026 program (16-0-1-2)

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings and vote on four bond ordinances for capital improvements and equipment. The meeting also includes votes on arts grants, housing assistance, and various county contracts.

• Ordinance 482: $92 million for 2026 capital improvements and equipment acquisitions
• Ordinance 483: $7 million for Middlesex County Magnet Schools improvements
• Ordinance 484 & 485: Combined $7.45 million for Middlesex College facilities
• Resolution 26-592 & 26-593: $2.5 million for Perth Amboy YMCA to acquire affordable housing at 99 Florida Grove Road, Woodbridge
• Resolution 26-581: $55,000 in support grants for Folk Arts Festival programs

The Board of County Commissioners adopted four bond ordinances, including Ordinance 482 authorizing $92,000,000 for 2026 capital improvements and equipment acquisitions. They also approved a $3,500 grant to the American Irish Association of Woodbridge, a $20,041 increase to a transportation contract, and several arts‑related grant resolutions. All votes were unanimous or 4‑0 in favor.

• Adopted Ordinance 482 Bond Ordinance for $92,000,000 capital improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 483 Bond Ordinance for $7,000,000 magnet school improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 484 Bond Ordinance for $4,700,000 Middlesex College improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 485 Bond Ordinance for $2,750,000 Middlesex College improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $3,500 grant to American Irish Association of Woodbridge for arts projects (4‑0)
• Approved $20,040.95 increase to WSP USA contract, total $339,983.49 (4‑0)
• Approved $55,000 Folk Arts Festival grant (adopted on consent agenda)
• Approved $51,350 Visual Arts Education grant (adopted on consent agenda)

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

The Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners is holding a conference meeting that includes public hearings and final adoption of four bond ordinances totaling over $106 million for capital improvements, including $92 million for various county projects, $7 million for magnet schools, and $7.45 million for Middlesex College. The board will also consider a consent agenda of more than 25 resolutions covering grants, contracts, housing assistance, and insurance.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Bond Ordinance 482 for $92,000,000 in capital improvements and equipment
• Public hearing and final adoption of Bond Ordinance 483 for $7,000,000 for Middlesex County Magnet Schools
• Public hearing and final adoption of Bond Ordinances 484 and 485 for $7,450,000 total for Middlesex College improvements
• Authorize $1,000,000 Housing First Capital Fund agreement with Perth Amboy YMCA for 10 units at 99 Florida Grove Road, Woodbridge
• Authorize $1,500,000 HOME Investment Partnerships Program agreement for acquisition of 99 Florida Grove Road for affordable rental housing

MCIA May Re-Scheduled Board Meeting

The Middlesex County Improvement Authority approved three key resolutions: a first amendment to the parking lease with RWJ University Hospital increasing leased spaces to 800, procurement of professional and general liability insurance for Roosevelt Care Center up to $730,000, and a settlement payment of up to $12,500 in the Kerryann Joseph claim. All five commissioners voted, with no abstentions or absences recorded.

• Approved first amendment to RWJ University Hospital parking lease (5 votes, no abstentions)
• Authorized purchase of insurance for Roosevelt Care Center, not to exceed $730,000 (5 votes, no abstentions)
• Approved settlement agreement and release for Kerryann Joseph claim, up to $12,500 (vote not explicitly recorded, but resolution adopted)

Effective Communication Workshop

Middlesex County Construction Board of Appeals

MCJHIF Commissioners Meeting

Middlesex County Agriculture Development Board

The Middlesex County Agriculture Development Board will meet to discuss the Right to Farm Act of New Jersey. The session includes a presentation and Q&A led by Brian Smith, Chief of Legal Affairs for the State Agriculture Development Committee.

• Presentation and Q&A on the Right to Farm Act of New Jersey by Brian Smith, Esq.

Mail-in & Provisional Ballot Challenge Notice - 2026 Primary Election

The Middlesex County Board of Elections will hold a meeting on June 9, 2026 at 4:00 pm. The agenda includes routine items such as the meeting notice, roll call, commissioner comments, a public comment period, and adjournment. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed.

• Publication of meeting notice in the Home News Tribune as required by Chapter 231, Public Law 1975
• Roll call of commissioners
• Commissioner comment segment
• Public comment period
• Adjournment

Development Review Committee

The Middlesex County Development Review Committee will consider several site plans, including a solar array for Old Bridge Medical Center, a minor subdivision on New Street in New Brunswick, and a site plan for Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery in Carteret. The committee will also review an amended site plan for Dream 250 Circle Drive and approve minutes from the April 14 meeting. No resolutions are scheduled for addition, amendment, or removal.

• Old Bridge Medical Center Solar Array site plan (Old Bridge, file OB-SP-2582)
• Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery site plan (Carteret, file CA-SP-2581)
• AST New Street minor subdivision (New Brunswick, file NB-SUB-2612)
• Dream 250 Circle Drive amended site plan (South Plainfield, file SP-SP-1742)
• Performance guarantees for Peter & Alice Tverdov (New Brunswick) and Pershing Commons (Carteret)

The Development Review Committee approved the minutes from April 14, 2026 and closed public discussion with no comments. It gave conditional approval to the Dream 250 Circle Drive subdivision and several site plans, and fully approved the Jimmy’s Gourmet Bakery site plan. The committee also extended seven pending applications to the June 9, 2026 meeting.

• Approved minutes of April 14, 2026 (motion passed)
• Conditional approval of Dream 250 Circle Drive LLC subdivision (motion passed)
• Conditional approval of AST New Street minor subdivision (motion passed)
• Approval of Jimmy’s Gourmet Bakery site plan (motion passed)
• Conditional approval of Cedar Brook Crossing site plan (motion passed)
• Conditional approval of Old Bridge Medical Center Solar Array site plan (motion passed)
• Conditional approval of 3990 Route 1 site plan (motion passed)
• Extended seven applications to the June 9, 2026 meeting (motion passed)

SWAC meeting

The Solid Waste Advisory Council will meet virtually to approve minutes, review agency reports, and consider administrative actions regarding Green Valley Recycling.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Solid Waste Management Division report
• DEP and Environmental Division reports
• MCIA and MCUA landfill reports
• Administrative Action 2-26 regarding Green Valley Recycling

Planning Board

The Middlesex County Planning Board will approve the March 10, 2026 meeting minutes and consider the Planning Director’s report. It will discuss Resolution 2026-06, which proposes a policy for development applications located outside the Lower Raritan‑Middlesex County Future Wastewater Service Area. The board will also review the Development Review Committee report, a staff report, and other correspondence before adjourning.

• Approve March 10, 2026 meeting minutes
• Resolution 2026-06: policy for development applications outside the Lower Raritan‑Middlesex County Future Wastewater Service Area
• Consider Development Review Committee report
• Consider MCOP staff report
• Announce next meeting date: June 09, 2026

The Planning Board approved Resolution 2026-06, updating the policy for development applications not within the Lower Raritan‑Middlesex County Future Wastewater Service Area. The board also approved the March 10, 2026 minutes and accepted several staff reports on development activity, stormwater ordinances, farmland monitoring, and the Transportation and Mobility Master Plan.

• Approved Resolution 2026-06 policy for non‑FWSA development applications (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved minutes of March 10, 2026 (motion passed)
• Accepted Planning Director’s stormwater training report (motion passed)
• Accepted Development Review Committee report (motion passed)
• Accepted Sustainability & Resiliency staff report (motion passed)
• Accepted Mobility and Transportation staff report (motion passed)
• Closed public comments (motion passed)

Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association

The Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association will review stormwater control ordinances from Piscataway and Woodbridge Townships. The group will also hear a presentation on updates to New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection stormwater management rules.

• Piscataway Township Stormwater Control Ordinance No. 2025-19
• Woodbridge Township Stormwater Control Ordinance #2026-31
• Presentation on 2026 NJDEP Stormwater Management Rules
• Approval of March 9, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment on agenda items only

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

The Middlesex County Board of Commissioners will introduce bond ordinances for $92 million in capital improvements and equipment, including projects for magnet schools and Middlesex College. The meeting also includes authorizing legal services, purchasing a new truck, and approving various grants and contracts.

• Bond ordinance for $92M in capital improvements
• Bond ordinance for $7M for Middlesex County Magnet Schools
• Bond ordinance for $4.7M for Middlesex College facilities
• Authorize purchase of 2027 Kenworth T880 TAC Truck for $472,157.64
• Authorize legal services agreements with Antonelli Kantor Rivera, P.C. and Shamy, Shipers & Lonski, P.C.

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is considering four bond ordinances for capital improvements, including funding for Middlesex College and magnet schools. The board is also reviewing various professional service contracts, arts grants, and a project labor agreement policy.

• Ordinance 482: $92 million for various 2026 capital improvements and equipment
• Ordinance 483: $7 million for Middlesex County Magnet Schools improvements
• Ordinance 484 & 485: Combined $7.45 million for Middlesex College facilities
• Resolution 26-502-R: Inclusion of Project Labor Agreements for public works projects of $1 million and above
• Resolution 26-509-R: Increase of $1 million for fire alarm and security systems from Open Systems Integrators, LLC

The Board unanimously adopted several ceremonial resolutions, approved the received correspondence, and approved the minutes from the April 16 meeting. On first reading, the Board unanimously adopted four bond ordinances authorizing $92,000,000, $7,000,000, $4,700,000, and $2,750,000 for various county capital projects. The consent agenda items were also approved, including a 5‑to‑0 vote to let a sheriff’s office member attend the NJSMART conference.

• Adopted ceremonial resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved correspondence (unanimous)
• Approved April 16 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 482 – $92,000,000 bond for capital improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 483 – $7,000,000 bond for magnet schools (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 484 – $4,700,000 bond for Middlesex College projects (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 485 – $2,750,000 bond for Middlesex College projects (unanimous)
• Authorized sheriff’s office member to attend NJSMART conference ($200) (5‑0)

May Board Meeting

The Middlesex County Board of Elections will adopt the minutes from the April meeting, receive administration reports, and provide time for commissioner and public comments.

• Adoption of minutes from the April meetings
• Administration reports
• Commissioner comment period
• Public comment period

MCIC Meeting

The Middlesex County Insurance Commission will conduct a standard meeting to comply with the Open Public Meetings Act, approve the April 2, 2026 open and closed minutes, and address any old and new business items. A closed session will be held to consider Resolution # MCIC 26-05 before returning to the open session and adjourning.

• Approval of April 2, 2026 open minutes (Page 2)
• Approval of April 2, 2026 closed minutes (Board only)
• Closed session to consider Resolution # MCIC 26-05 (Page 4)

Public Hearing on Plan Amendment 2026-2 (Middlesex County Landfill)

The Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners is holding a virtual public hearing on Plan Amendment 2026-2, which would allow a lateral expansion of about 57 acres and a vertical increase of up to 25 feet at the Middlesex County Landfill (53 Edgeboro Road, East Brunswick), adding approximately 20 million cubic yards of capacity. No changes to operations (hours, waste types, traffic) are proposed. The record for written comments remains open until May 11, 2026; no vote will be taken at the hearing.

• Proposed lateral expansion of ~57 acres for development of Cell 10
• Vertical increase of up to 25 feet (current elevation 275 ft above mean sea level)
• Additional capacity of approximately 20 million cubic yards
• Specific parcels affected: Block 834, Lots 3.05, 3.08, 4.20, 4.26
• Written comments accepted until 4:00 p.m. on May 11, 2026

A public hearing was conducted on May 6, 2026 to gather comments on Plan Amendment 2026-2 for the Middlesex County Landfill. The hearing was described as non‑decision‑making and was intended only to collect public input. No approvals, rejections, or votes were recorded during this meeting.

Middlesex County Local Emergency Planning Committee Meeting

HIV Health Services Planning Council Monthly Meeting

The Middlesex-Somerset-Hunterdon HIV Health Services Planning Council will meet to discuss a presentation on the MSHTGA Integrated Care Plan, receive updates from the Administrative Agent and Part B program, and review committee reports. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and agenda, public forum, and member recruitment updates.

• Presentation on MSHTGA Integrated Care Plan (agenda item XII)
• Administrative Agent Report (item IX)
• Part B Update (item XI)
• Approval of April 2026 minutes and May 2026 agenda (items VII–VIII)
• Committee reports from Executive, Membership & Bylaws, QISP, and Mentorship & Outreach

The council voted to approve the April 2026 meeting minutes and the May 2026 agenda, each with no objections or abstentions. A motion to adjourn was made and seconded, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:35 PM. No new or old business items were decided.

• Approved April 2026 minutes (no objections, no abstentions)
• Approved May 2026 agenda (no objections, no abstentions)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Mental Health Board Meeting

The Middlesex County Mental Health Board will hear a presentation on burnout management and prevention by the Mental Health Association of New Jersey. The board will receive reports from the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and the SRC/Acute Care System. An update from the Campaign to End Stigma Committee will also be discussed. No formal decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Presentation: Burnout Management and Prevention – MHANJ (Whitney Hendrickson)
• Report from DMHAS – Angela Wairimu
• Report from SRC/Acute Care System – Saba Daneshyar
• Campaign to End Stigma Committee update – Liz Marchese
• Announcements of upcoming mental‑health events in May and June

The Mental Health Board reviewed and approved the minutes from its April 2026 meeting. A presentation on burnout management and prevention was given, but no action was taken. DMHAS provided program updates, noting contract renewals are pending budget approval and no new RFPs were issued. Upcoming mental‑health events and a summer in‑person meeting were announced.

• Approved April 2026 board minutes

Children Service's Council Monthly Meeting

The Middlesex County Council for Children’s Services will review March meeting minutes and hear a presentation on the Catholic Charities Adolescent Substance Use Recovery Initiative. The council will also receive reports from various committees including the Youth Justice Commission and the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative.

• Review of March 31st meeting minutes
• Presentation: Catholic Charities Adolescent Substance Use Recovery Initiative
• Reports from Youth Justice Commission and Bylaws & Membership
• Reports from Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative and County Inter-Agency Coordinating Council
• Next meeting scheduled for May 26th, 2026 at 75 Bayard St.

MCJHIF Commissioners Meeting

Provisional Ballot Hearing - New Brunswick School Board Election

The Middlesex County Board of Elections will convene on April 28, 2026, to discuss the New Brunswick School Board Election, including a provisional ballot hearing. The meeting will be held at the Board of Elections office in East Brunswick.

• Provisional Ballot Hearing for New Brunswick School Board Election
• Public comment period scheduled
• Meeting to be held at 26-B Kennedy Boulevard, East Brunswick

The Middlesex County Board of Elections voted to reject the provisional ballot and to accept the voter’s mail‑in ballot. The motion passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. The board then adjourned the meeting at 4:10 p.m. with another 4‑0 vote.

• Reject provisional ballot and accept mail‑in ballot (4‑0)
• Adjourn meeting (4‑0)

Middlesex County Agriculture Development Board

Mail-in & Prov Ballot Challenge Notice - New Brunswick School Board Election

The Board of Elections is meeting to address a Mail-in & Prov Ballot Challenge Notice regarding the New Brunswick School Board Election. The agenda consists of procedural items, commissioner comments, and public comment.

• Mail-in & Prov Ballot Challenge Notice for New Brunswick School Board Election

The Middlesex County Board of Elections voted to reject 13 mail‑in ballots that staff recommended be discarded for various deficiencies. The board then adjourned the meeting.

• Rejected 3 ballots not enclosed (vote 6‑0)
• Rejected 1 ballot with incomplete bearer portion (vote 6‑0)
• Rejected 1 ballot with no ID provided (vote 6‑0)
• Rejected 5 ballots missing signature (vote 6‑0)
• Rejected 3 ballots with mismatched signature (vote 6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:10 p.m. (vote 6‑0)

Board Meeting

The Middlesex County Board of Elections will adopt the minutes from the March meetings. Commissioners will receive administration reports. The meeting includes a period for commissioner comments and public comment. No other business is scheduled.

• Adoption of March meeting minutes
• Administration reports
• Commissioner comment period
• Public comment period

The Board of Elections approved the minutes from the March meetings by voice vote (4-0). The meeting was then adjourned at 5:12 p.m. by voice vote (4-0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March meeting minutes (voice vote 4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:12 p.m. (voice vote 4-0)

2026-2027 Board Meeting Schedule

Workforce Development Board Quarterly Meeting

Middlesex County Empowering Seniors Fall Prevention Network (MCESFPN) Meeting

Monthly Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a slate of resolutions and contracts, including a $1,357,312 grant from the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety for youth justice, family court and crisis‑intervention programs. It will also approve a $448,540 purchase of grounds equipment, several grant awards, lease agreements and budget amendments. The meeting covers funding, procurement and service contracts affecting county residents.

• Authorize $1,357,312 grant from NJ Dept. of Law & Public Safety for youth justice, family court and crisis‑intervention programs (Resolution 26-456-R)
• Approve purchase of grounds equipment and accessories for $448,540.59 from JESCO, Inc. (Resolution 26-464-R)
• Authorize $150,000 grant to Feeding Middlesex for food provisions for opioid‑impacted families (Resolution 26-457-R)
• Approve $100,000 transportation support services grant under WIOA/WFNJ (Resolution 26-449-R)
• Authorize lease of office space at The Helix in New Brunswick for Downtown HUB Associates III, LLC (Resolution 26-439-R)

The Board adopted a $1,108,336 county‑support grant for various agencies (5‑0 vote) and a $150,000 grant for feeding opioid‑impacted families (6‑0 vote). Several lease, grant, and contract resolutions were approved on the consent agenda, all unanimously. Additional approvals included arts, housing, and workforce development grants and contracts.

• Approved $1,108,336 County Support Grant Agreements (5‑0)
• Approved $150,000 Grant for Feeding Opioid‑Impacted Families (6‑0)
• Adopted multiple lease and memorandum resolutions on consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved arts grants totaling $87,500 (unanimous)
• Authorized $100,000 transportation support grant (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,357,312 grant from NJ Department of Law and Public Safety (unanimous)
• Approved $186,790 HUD planning grant amendment (unanimous)
• Authorized Treasurer to pay audited bills and payroll (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

The Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners will consider and vote on a consent agenda of resolutions at their conference meeting on April 16, 2026. Key items include a labor agreement with AFSCME Local #3440-P, several grant awards and contracts, and a budget amendment. A public hearing on the Area Plan for Aging Services is scheduled for May 21.

• Authorize execution of AFSCME Local #3440-P labor agreement and amend salary guide for career service employees
• Authorize $1,357,312 in grants from the NJ Youth Justice Commission for youth programs
• Authorize $1,108,336 in county support grants to various agencies for social services
• Authorize engineering design contract up to $898,781.60 for Roosevelt Park skating rink rehabilitation in Edison
• Authorize lease agreement at The Helix in New Brunswick for county office space

Construction Board of Appeals

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will approve the March 10 minutes and then discuss old business, including performance guarantees for two traffic signal projects. The committee will consider new subdivision applications, both sketch plats and final major subdivisions, as well as several site plan and extension proposals. No resolutions are scheduled for amendment, addition, or removal at this meeting.

• Sketch plat for 18 Buffalo Run, East Brunswick (EB-SUB-2572)
• Sketch plat for 354 Plainfield Road, Edison (ED-SUB-2448)
• Final major subdivision Hidden Meadows, Monroe (MO-SUB-2574)
• Final major subdivision 57 Riverview, St. George (PI-SUB-2579)
• Site plan for Kinder Morgan Butane Spheres Project, Carteret (CA-SP-2499)

The committee approved the subdivision of 18 Buffalo Run in East Brunswick and gave conditional approval to 354 Plainfield Road in Edison. Final major subdivision applications for Hidden Meadows in Monroe and 57 Riverview_61‑46 in Piscataway were conditionally approved and approved respectively. Site‑plan projects including the Kinder Morgan Butane Spheres in Carteret, JFK Medical Center Solar in Edison, and a Wawa store in Old Bridge received approval or conditional approval. Five pending applications were granted extensions to the May 12, 2026 meeting.

• Approved subdivision of 18 Buffalo Run, East Brunswick (EB‑SUB‑2572)
• Conditional approval of subdivision 354 Plainfield Road, Edison (ED‑SUB‑2488)
• Conditional approval of Hidden Meadows subdivision, Monroe (MO‑SUB‑2574)
• Approved subdivision 57 Riverview_61‑46, Piscataway (PA‑SUB‑2579)
• Approved Kinder Morgan Butane Spheres site plan, Carteret (CA‑SP‑2449)
• Approved JFK Medical Center Solar site plan, Edison (ED‑SP‑2480)
• Conditional approval of Wawa, Inc. site plan, Old Bridge (OB‑SP‑2464)
• Extended five applications to May 12, 2026 Development Review Committee meeting

SWAC meeting

The Solid Waste Advisory Council will review old business items including Plan Amendment 2026-1 for the Stericycle Medical Waste Facility in Woodbridge and Plan Amendment 2026-2 for the Middlesex County Landfill in East Brunswick. It will also consider Administrative Action 4-25 for the East Brunswick Compost site and Administrative Action 1-26 for the Stavola site in Old Bridge. Agency reports from the DEP, Environmental Division, MCIA, and MCUA on the county landfill will be presented.

• Plan Amendment 2026-1 – Stericycle Medical Waste Facility, Woodbridge
• Plan Amendment 2026-2 – Middlesex County Landfill, East Brunswick
• Administrative Action 4-25 – East Brunswick Compost site
• Administrative Action 1-26 – Stavola, Old Bridge
• Agency reports: DEP, Environmental Division solid waste enforcement, MCIA, MCUA on county landfill

Planning Board

Mental Health Board Meeting

The Middlesex County Mental Health Board will hear a presentation titled “988 – Beyond the Three Digits” from Karen Wapner of the NJ Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services. The board will receive reports from DMHAS (Angela Wairimu) and the SRC/Acute Care System (Saba Daneshyar). An update from the Campaign to End Stigma Committee will be provided, followed by announcements of upcoming mental‑health events.

• Presentation: “988 – Beyond the Three Digits” – Karen Wapner, NJ Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services
• Report from DMHAS – Angela Wairimu
• Report from SRC/Acute Care System – Saba Daneshyar
• Campaign to End Stigma Committee update – Liz Marchese
• Announcements of upcoming events such as virtual mindfulness session (April 30), Spring Into Wellness market (May 3), Recovery Resource Fair (May 8), Mental Health Awareness Carnival (May 29), and NAMI NJ Annual Conference (June 12‑13)

The Mental Health Board approved the minutes from the March meeting. No other motions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

• Approved March meeting minutes

MCIA Board Meeting

The MCIA Board approved a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of revenue bonds with an aggregate principal not to exceed $515,000,000 to finance the New Jersey Health + Life Science Exchange – H‑3 project. It also approved an insurance agreement with Chubb Insurance for the New Brunswick Center Parking Garage facility and affirmed the county policy that prohibits civil immigration enforcement by DHS agents on county property. The Board further approved payment of expenses and the minutes from the March 11, 2026 meeting.

• Approved resolution authorizing issuance and sale of revenue bonds up to $515,000,000 for the H‑3 project
• Approved agreement with Chubb Insurance for New Brunswick Center Parking Garage facility insurance
• Approved affirmation of county policy prohibiting civil immigration enforcement on county property
• Approved payment of expenses (vouchers) as presented
• Approved the minutes of the March 11, 2026 meeting

HIV Health Services Planning Council Monthly Meeting

The Planning Council will approve the March 2026 meeting minutes and the April agenda. It will hear reports from the administrative agent, recruitment efforts, and a presentation on HIV and aging. The council will also consider new and old business and receive updates from its various committees.

• Approval of March 2026 minutes
• Approval of April 2026 agenda
• Administrative Agent Report
• Presentation on HIV and Aging
• Committee reports and public forum

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including a $6,210,099.50 amendment to a roadway materials contract, a $53,039.06 increase to a bridge rehabilitation contract, and an amendment to a $2,000,000 audio/visual equipment purchase. Additional items include an energy services agreement for the Middlesex Sustainable Microgrid and a $625,550 grant for Ryan White health services. The meeting also covers various grant authorizations and contract awards across county departments.

• 26-424-R – Rescind award to Gibraltar Rock, Inc. and re‑award to Stavola Construction Materials, LLC for $6,210,099.50 roadway materials (Bid No. 25‑097)
• 26-420-R – Change Order #1 increases bridge 4‑B‑87 rehabilitation contract by $53,039.06 to $2,829,024.06
• 26-399-R – Amend resolution to allow audio/visual equipment purchase up to $2,000,000 from York Telecom Corporation
• 26-397-R – Authorize Energy Services Agreement with MCS Microgrid, LLC for the Middlesex Sustainable Microgrid
• 26-410-R – Authorize $625,550 support grant for Ryan White services in the Middlesex/Somerset/Hunterdon Transitional Grant Area

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several professional service agreements, including legal counsel and engineering for the Raritan Parkway Extension. The body is also reviewing grants for homeless services and arts programming, as well as bridge and culvert rehabilitation projects.

• Professional engineering services for the Raritan Parkway Extension in Edison Township not to exceed $1,410,808.60
• Support grant to Coming Home of Middlesex County Inc. for homeless systems coordination of $202,000.00
• Ryan White Services support grant agreements in the amount of $625,550.00
• Contract for the clean out of an oil separator tank awarded to Metro Environmental Services, LLC for $113,866.67
• American Dream Down Payment Assistance Loan of $10,000.00 for 26 Warner Lane, Monmouth Junction

The Board adopted an amendment to Resolution #25‑1213‑R, increasing Edison Township’s contribution to the Childhood Lead Program to $69,469 and confirming a total grant amount of $701,347. The amendment passed with a 5‑0 vote. All other listed items were approved on the consent agenda.

• Adopted amendment to Childhood Lead Program grant (5‑0)
• Approved $15,328 BARF grant for Sheriff’s Office (5‑0)
• Adopted multiple professional services agreements (unanimous)
• Authorized $10,000 housing down‑payment assistance loan (unanimous)
• Authorized $52,000 grant to New Jersey Folk Festival (unanimous)
• Authorized $50,000 arts program grant (unanimous)
• Authorized $30,000 HUD grant for housing continuum (unanimous)
• Authorized $202,000 grant for homeless systems coordination (unanimous)

MCIC Meeting

The Middlesex County Insurance Commission will approve the March 5, 2026 open minutes, consider any outstanding old business, discuss new business items, and hold a closed session to consider Resolution # MCIC 26-04. No specific agenda items beyond these procedural matters are listed.

• Approval of March 5, 2026 open minutes
• Discussion of old business
• Discussion of new business
• Closed‑session consideration of Resolution # MCIC 26-04

Children's Services Council Monthly Meeting

The Middlesex County Council for Children’s Services will review the minutes from the February meeting and report on the status of various committees, including the Youth Justice Commission and Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative. The agenda lists several reporting committees and a fiscal report, with the next meeting scheduled for April 28th via Microsoft Teams.

• Review of February 24th meeting minutes
• Youth Justice Commission (YJC) reporting
• Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI) reporting
• Fiscal Report
• Next meeting scheduled for April 28th via Microsoft Teams

The council voted to approve the minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting as written. No other substantive actions or votes were taken during the February 24 meeting.

• Approved January 2026 minutes (motion by William Salcedo, seconded by Christopher Kuberiet, passed unanimously)

Middlesex County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)

Middlesex County Agriculture Development Board (CADB)

The Middlesex County Agriculture Development Board will conduct its annual reorganization and set its 2026 meeting schedule. The board will also hold a Right to Farm hearing regarding a complaint filed by Monroe Township.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Adoption of 2026 Schedule of Regular Meetings
• Right to Farm Hearing: Complaint by Monroe Township regarding 424 Hoffman Station Road (Block 32, Lots 2.1 and 2.3)

March Monthly Meeting

MCJHIF Commissioners Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

The Middlesex County Board of Commissioners will hold a conference meeting to consider the 2026 budget, including a resolution to increase tax levy cap limits. The agenda includes authorizing various contracts for legal services, infrastructure repairs, and grants for community programs.

• Consideration of 2026 budget and tax levy cap limits
• Authorize $350M in guaranteed revenue bonds for health + life science exchange
• Authorize $1M in housing capital funds for Perth Amboy YMCA
• Authorize $235K for civil commitment legal services
• Authorize $9,200 for culvert replacement on Spotswood-Englishtown Road

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners considered and adopted the 2026 operating budget for Middlesex County. Resolutions 26-335-R and 26-336-R were adopted, confirming prior tax levy cap actions and amending the budget. The board also adopted Ordinance 26-001 authorizing up to $350,000,000 in guaranteed revenue bonds for the New Jersey Health + Life Science Exchange H-3 project.

• Adopt Resolution 26-335-R confirming actions to increase tax levy cap limits and establish a cap bank
• Adopt Resolution 26-336-R amending the 2026 operating budget
• Adopt Ordinance 26-001 authorizing up to $350,000,000 in revenue bonds for the H-3 project
• Approve appraisal contracts: $9,200 to Gagliano & Company and $3,000 to Sterling DiSanto & Associates for culvert replacement on Spotswood-Englishtown Road, Monroe, NJ
• Approve labor agreement with IAFF Local 5084 for the 2025‑2028 term

The Board adopted the 2026 operating budget, approving $681.2 million in general appropriations funded by $527.3 million in county purpose taxes. They also adopted a tax‑levy‑cap resolution and a budget amendment, both unanimously. The Board approved Ordinance 26‑001 governing revenue bonds for the H‑3 health and life‑science project. Additionally, they awarded a $319,942.54 contract to WSP USA for the Transportation and Mobility Plan.

• Adopted 2026 County Operating Budget (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑335‑R confirming tax levy cap actions (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑336‑R amending the 2026 budget (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Adopted Ordinance 26‑001 for H‑3 project revenue bonds (5‑0, 2 absent)
• Awarded contract to WSP USA Inc. up to $319,942.54 for Transportation and Mobility Plan (4‑0, 2 absent, 1 recused)
• Approved consent agenda items including appraisal services ($9,200) and IAFF labor agreement (6‑0, 2 absent)
• Approved Resolution 26‑340‑R authorizing $6,500 artistic services for History Project (6‑0, 2 absent)
• Approved Resolution 26‑345‑R authorizing $30,000 home‑safety initiative for older adults (6‑0, 2 absent)

Budget - 2026 Public Hearing Advertisement

Construction Board of Appeals

The Construction Board of Appeals will hold hearings on three property-related appeals: Old Bridge Township vs. 44 Second Street, Woodbridge Township vs. 2 Roosevelt Avenue, and Woodbridge Fire Department vs. 250 Woodbridge Center Drive. After the hearings, the board will vote to approve the minutes from the February 18, 2026 reorganization meeting. No other agenda items are listed.

• Hearing: Old Bridge Township vs. 44 Second Street (Lot 26036, Block 17)
• Hearing: Township of Woodbridge vs. 2 Roosevelt Avenue (Block 1095, Lot 1.03)
• Hearing: Woodbridge Fire Department vs. 250 Woodbridge Center Drive
• Approval of minutes from February 18, 2026 reorganization meeting

Swearing in, Reorganization Meeting and Regular Meeting

The Board of Elections will meet to swear in board members and conduct a reorganization meeting. The body will nominate and vote for a Chairman and a Secretary/Commissioner of Registration.

• Swearing in of Board Members
• Election of Chairman
• Election of Secretary/Commissioner of Registration

The Board of Elections voted to appoint Sylvia Engel as Chairman with a 5‑0 voice vote. Scott Snyder was appointed Secretary and Commissioner of Registration by a 6‑0 voice vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 6‑0 voice vote.

• Elected Sylvia Engel as Chairman (voice vote 5‑0)
• Elected Scott Snyder as Secretary, Commissioner of Registration (voice vote 6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote 6‑0)

MCIA Board Meeting

The Authority approved a Facility Management Agreement with Middlesex County and Sports Facilities Management LLC to operate the Community Innovation and Opportunity multi‑purpose venue at Middlesex College. It also approved a one‑year Memorandum of Agreement with USW Local 4‑9613 to fund a salary increase for 2025, and designated representatives to the Middlesex County Joint Health Insurance Fund. All resolutions were adopted unanimously, and a motion to pay pending expenses was also approved.

• Approved Facility Management Agreement for CIO venue (unanimous)
• Approved MOA with USW Local 4‑9613 for 2025 salary increase (unanimous)
• Designated representatives to the Joint Health Insurance Fund (unanimous)
• Authorized execution of display screen agreement with NJ Transit (unanimous)
• Authorized second amendment to parking lease at Carteret Garage (unanimous)
• Approved payment of expenses (unanimous)
• Approved all resolutions presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Middlesex County Planning Board will meet to approve minutes, consider a report on a townhouse development's water quality plan, and hear a Development Review Committee report. The meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2026, at 3:15 p.m. in New Brunswick.

• Approval of February 10, 2026 meeting minutes
• Withdrawal of appeal for Kerzner - 109 South Main Street
• Consideration of SSA application for Claremont Development townhouses at 1279 Route 9
• Development Review Committee report to be considered
• Next meeting scheduled for April 14, 2026

The Board approved the Site Specific Amendment (Resolution 2026-05) for Claremont Development, adding 40.68 acres to the Lower‑Raritan Middlesex County Water Quality Management Plan, subject to conditions. The minutes from February 10, 2026 were also approved. The Board accepted the Planning Director’s report and the Development Review Committee report, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved February 10, 2026 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Accepted Planning Director’s report on transportation forum (motion passed)
• Approved SSA for Claremont Development, 40.68‑acre addition to WQMP (unanimous Yes)
• Accepted Development Review Committee report on February 2026 applications (motion passed)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed

SWAC meeting

The Solid Waste Advisory Council is meeting to receive reports from the Division of Solid Waste Management and other agencies. The council will also address two specific plan amendments regarding waste facilities.

• Plan Amendment 2026-1 regarding Stericycle Medical Waste Facility in Woodbridge
• Plan Amendment 2026-2 regarding Middlesex County Landfill in East Brunswick
• Reports from DEP, Environmental Division, MCIA, and MCUA

The council approved the February 10, 2026 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No substantive policy or project decisions were made; the agenda items were presented for information only. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved February 10, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

Development Review Committee

The Middlesex County Development Review Committee will review subdivision and site plan applications for projects in Perth Amboy, New Brunswick, Metuchen, Piscataway, and South Plainfield. The meeting agenda lists several preliminary and final major subdivisions, including the H3 @ The HELIX Downtown HUB Associates project in New Brunswick, and various site plans for residential and commercial developments.

• H3 @ The HELIX Downtown HUB Associates (New Brunswick)
• Perth Amboy Downtown BP Perth Amboy III (Perth Amboy)
• Patel - Metuchen (Metuchen)
• Steel Logistics Center - B9 (South Plainfield)
• Fairway Country Club: American Dream Properties (Edison)

The Development Review Committee approved the minutes from February 10, 2026. It approved a preliminary major subdivision for 175 Meade in Perth Amboy and gave conditional approval to a final major subdivision for the Perth Amboy Downtown Gateway Development. Several site plans received conditional approval, and multiple applications were granted extensions to the April 14, 2026 meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 10, 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved preliminary major subdivision 175 Meade, Perth Amboy (PA-SUB-1382)
• Conditional approval of final major subdivision Perth Amboy Downtown Gateway Development (PA-SUB-2488)
• Approved preliminary major subdivision H3 @ The HELIX (NB-SUB-2531)
• Conditional approval of Metuchen Patell site plan (ME-SP-2430)
• Extension of Steel Logistics Center – North Parcel to April 14, 2026 meeting
• Extension of Steel Logistics Center – South Parcel to April 14, 2026 meeting
• Extension of six listed applications (Fairway Country Club, Fueling Station, Ryders Lane Apartments, The Green at Old Bridge Phase 1, 4000 Bordentown Ave, Nurturing Leaves) to April 14, 2026 meeting

Mental Health Board Meeting

The Middlesex County Mental Health Board will hear a presentation on the CY 26 NJ DMHAS funded mental health services from SERV Behavioral Health Systems. The board will receive a report from the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. An update from the Campaign to End Stigma Committee will also be discussed, followed by announcements of upcoming webinars and a stigma education forum.

• Presentation: CY 26 NJ DMHAS Funded Mental Health Services – SERV Behavioral Health Systems
• Report from DMHAS – Angela Wairimu
• Campaign to End Stigma Committee update – Liz Marchese
• Announcements of four webinars on motivational interviewing, self‑care, relationships, and a stigma education forum
• Next meeting scheduled for April 13, 2026 via Microsoft Teams

The Middlesex County Mental Health Board reviewed and approved the minutes from its February 2026 meeting. The session included informational presentations from SERV Centers of New Jersey and the NJ Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, as well as announcements about upcoming webinars and a stigma‑education forum. No other actions were taken.

• Approved February 2026 Mental Health Board meeting minutes

Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association

The Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association is meeting to discuss a site-specific amendment to the Water Quality Management Plan. The primary item is a proposed townhouse development by Claremont Development, LLC.

• Site-Specific Amendment application for Claremont Development, LLC townhouse project at 1279 Route 9, Old Bridge Township (Block 4185, Lot 13.11)

Aging and Disabled Advisory Council Meeting

Board Meeting

The Middlesex County Board of Elections will convene on March 5, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at 26-B Kennedy Boulevard in East Brunswick. The meeting agenda includes a roll call, commissioner comments, public comment, and an executive session.

• Roll call of commissioners
• Commissioner comments
• Public comment period
• Executive session
• Meeting held at 26-B Kennedy Boulevard

The Board of Elections voted to go into executive session. Chairman Engel moved, Commissioner Jalloh seconded, and the motion passed by a 6-0 voice vote. The meeting then continued in executive session until adjournment.

• Motion to enter executive session approved (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a policy regarding Homeland Security and CBP agents on county property. The body is also reviewing numerous Community Development Block Grant agreements and various service contracts.

• Policy 26-268-R prohibiting civil immigration enforcement by ICE and CBP on county property
• CDBG agreements for multiple municipalities, including $200,000 for South River and $112,500 for South Plainfield
• Contract for office furniture for various county offices not to exceed $1,800,000
• Contract for sprinkler and fire system maintenance estimated at $100,000
• Contract for bulk propane gas delivery to various agencies for $120,860

The Board adopted a policy prohibiting civil immigration enforcement by ICE and CBP on Middlesex County property. It also approved a $54,000 CDBG agreement with the Puerto Rican Action Board, a $400,000 subcontract for regional transportation studies, a $1,500 tuition payment for police academy training, a $95,000 contract for a youth diversion program, and grants for folk arts festivals and historic‑program services. All actions were approved unanimously or by voice vote.

• Adopted policy prohibiting civil immigration enforcement on county property (unanimous consent agenda)
• Authorized execution of $54,000 CDBG agreement with Puerto Rican Action Board (6‑0)
• Authorized $400,000 subcontract with NJ Transportation Planning Authority and NJIT (6‑0)
• Authorized $1,500 tuition payment for Mercer County Police Academy training (6‑0)
• Approved $95,000 contract to Youth Advocate Programs for detention‑alternatives initiative (consent agenda)
• Approved $6,800 grant to Arts Institute for folk arts festivals (consent agenda)
• Approved $30,000 artistic services contract for history programs (consent agenda)
• Approved multiple CDBG agreements totaling over $600,000 with various municipalities (consent agenda)

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

The Board will vote on dozens of Community Development Block Grant agreements providing federal funds to municipalities and organizations across the county. It will also consider contracts for legal, title, and facility services, as well as purchases of equipment, furniture, and fire system maintenance.

• Authorize CDBG agreement with South River for $200,000 (federal funds)
• Authorize CDBG agreement with South Plainfield for $112,500 (federal funds)
• Award contract to Harring Fire Protection LLC for $100,000 sprinkler and fire system maintenance
• Award contract to Suburban Propane, L.P. for $120,860 propane gas delivery
• Authorize purchase of office furniture up to $1,800,000 under state contract

MCIC Meeting

The Middlesex County Insurance Commission will approve the February 5, 2026 open and closed minutes. It will note that there is no correspondence, and consider unspecified old and new business items. A closed session will be held under Resolution # MCIC 26-03 before returning to the open session and adjourning.

• Approval of February 5, 2026 open minutes (Page 2)
• Closed session conducted per Resolution # MCIC 26-03 (Page 4)

ADRC Partnership Meeting for Service Providers

HIV Health Services Planning Council Monthly Meeting

The Middlesex‑Somerset‑Hunterdon HIV Health Services Planning Council will approve the February minutes and the March agenda, then move to new business items including proposed service standards and an integrated care plan. Committee reports on recruitment, quality improvement, mentorship and other topics will be presented. A public forum and agency announcements will follow before adjournment.

• Approval of February 2026 meeting minutes
• Approval of March 2026 agenda (requires quorum)
• New Business: discussion of Service Standards
• New Business: discussion of Integrated Care Plan
• Public Forum for community input

Children's Services Monthly Meeting

The Council for Children’s Services will meet to review minutes from January 27th and receive reports from committees. The Program Review committee will feature presentations from various interagency youth and crisis services.

• Interagency presentations including Family Crisis Intervention Unit and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Coastal and Northern NJ
• Reports from Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI)
• Reports from MDT’S-Family Court & Re-Entry
• Reports from Detention committee
• Presentations from Perth Amboy PD Station House Adjustment and Entrepreneurship Programs

The Middlesex County Council for Children’s Services met on February 24, 2026 and approved the January 2026 minutes as written. The council announced the retirement of Division head Anne Lori Dillon, effective February 27, 2026. The meeting adjourned at 1:48 PM and the next meeting is scheduled for March 31, 2026.

• Approved January 2026 minutes

MCJHIF Commissioners Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

The Board will consider a $4,848,613.21 increase to the 2026 tax levy cap and schedule a public hearing for March 19. It will introduce the Guaranty Ordinance authorizing up to $350,000,000 in revenue bonds for the New Jersey Health + Life Science Exchange H‑3 Project, also with a March 19 hearing. Several resolutions will approve contracts and purchases ranging from $86,764 to $6,000,000 for services such as HRIS system extension, fire alarm and security systems, and data communications equipment. The meeting also includes reappointments to various county boards and a public hearing on a Green Acres park development application.

• 26-183-R: Increase 2026 tax levy cap by $4,848,613.21; public hearing March 19, 2026
• 26-001: Guaranty Ordinance for up to $350,000,000 revenue bonds for H‑3 Project; public hearing March 19, 2026
• 26-188-R: Extend Unicorn HCM Inc HRIS system contract for $1,200,000
• 26-189-R: Purchase and install fire alarm, building access, and security systems up to $1,000,000 from Open Systems Integrators, LLC
• 26-199-R: Award contract for indigent burial services valued at $86,764

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will introduce the 2026 Budget and discuss resolutions to increase the tax levy cap and allow specific county entities to exceed budget request caps. The board will also consider a guaranty ordinance for revenue bonds related to the New Jersey Health + Life Science Exchange.

• Resolution 26-183-R: Proposed 1.5% increase in 2026 tax levy cap limits ($4,848,613.21)
• Ordinance 26-001: Guaranty for revenue bonds for the H-3 Project not to exceed $350,000,000
• Resolution 26-194-R: Purchase of computer equipment and technology items up to $6,000,000
• Resolution 26-200-R: Purchase of 2026 election materials from Reliance Graphics up to $1,400,000
• Resolution 26-188-R: HRIS system renewal with Unicorn HCM Inc estimated at $1,200,000

The board unanimously adopted the 2026 County Budget and increased the 2026 tax levy cap by 1.5% ($4,848,613.21). It also approved several resolutions authorizing budget exceedances, grant applications, and large procurement contracts, and adopted a guaranty ordinance for $350 million in revenue bonds.

• Adopted Resolution 26-183-R: increase 2026 tax levy cap by 1.5% ($4,848,613.21) – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution 26-184-R: allow key county offices to exceed budget request cap – unanimous
• Adopted the 2026 County Budget – unanimous
• Adopted Guaranty Ordinance 26-001 for up to $350,000,000 revenue bonds – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution 26-215-R: raise Ryan White Services grant to $1,457,735.00 – 5‑0 vote
• Adopted Resolution 26-241-R: authorize $3,757,187.20 grant application to NJ Transit – 5‑0 vote
• Adopted multiple IT procurement authorizations (e.g., $1.2M HRIS extension, $1M fire‑alarm systems, $2M communications equipment, $550k copiers, $1M hardware support, $1M new computers) – unanimous
• Reappointed members to Magnet School Board, Improvement Authority, and Planning Board on consent agenda – unanimous

Monthly Meeting

MIDDLESEX COUNTY CONTRUCTION BOARD OF APPEALS - REORGANIZATION MEETING

The board will conduct its 2026 reorganization, including establishing meeting dates and voting procedures. The meeting also includes two scheduled hearings regarding properties in Old Bridge Township and Perth Amboy.

• Hearing: Old Bridge Township v. 44 Second Street (Samuel Tendeiro), Lot 26036, Block 17
• Hearing: Perth Amboy City Fire Prevention Bureau v. 459 State Street (Codio Cigars), Block 230, Lot 7.02
• Resolution 26-01: Fixing time and date of board meetings
• Resolution 26-02: Adoption of Robert's Rules of Order
• Resolution 26-04: Assigning alternate voting members

Middlesex County Empowering Seniors Fall Prevention Network (MCESFPN) Meeting

MCIA Board Meeting

The board approved a contract worth up to $52,000 for snow removal at the Hardenberg Street garage. It also authorized an application to the Local Finance Board for bond issuances not to exceed $515,000,000 to fund the Helix H‑3 mixed‑use development. A one‑year contract extension with AFL‑CIO CLC USW for a 2025 salary increase was approved, and routine items such as the meeting minutes, vouchers, and expense payments were adopted.

• Approved snow‑removal contract with Central Jersey Property Maintenance Services LLC, up to $52,000 (unanimous approval, no abstentions)
• Authorized application to Local Finance Board for bond issuances up to $515,000,000 for Helix H‑3 project (unanimous approval, no abstentions)
• Approved one‑year contract extension with AFL‑CIO CLC USW for 2025 salary increase (unanimous approval, no abstentions)
• Approved payment of expenses (unanimous approval, no abstentions)
• Approved minutes of the January 14, 2026 meeting (unanimous approval, no abstentions)
• Approved payment of vouchers (unanimous approval, no abstentions)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a series of site plan proposals, including the Roosevelt Lofts in Carteret and a PSE&G Meridian Road substation in Edison. It will also hear extensions such as the Fairway Country Club project and a proposed fueling station with convenience store in Edison. No resolutions are being added, amended, or removed at this meeting.

• Roosevelt Lofts site plan – Roosevelt Lofts Urban Renewal, LLC (Carteret, CA-SP-2407)
• PSE&G Meridian Road 230/13kV substation – Public Service Electric & Gas (Edison, ED-SP-2436)
• Fairway Country Club extension – American Dream Properties (Edison, ED-SP-2394)
• Proposed fueling station & convenience store – Ali Enterprises LLC (Edison, ED-SP-2443)
• 4000 Bordentown Ave extension – HCI DP Land Acquisition (Sayreville, SY-SP-2285)

The Development Review Committee approved the minutes from the January 13, 2026 meeting. It approved performance guarantee applications for three projects and gave conditional approvals for a minor subdivision and several site plans, while fully approving one site plan. The committee also extended nine pending applications to the March 10, 2026 meeting.

• Approved January 13, 2026 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved performance guarantee for Applegarth Warehouse (motion passed)
• Approved performance guarantee for Monroe Logistics (motion passed)
• Approved performance guarantee for Nicholas project (motion passed)
• Conditional approval of Block 395 subdivision, Lots 23.05 & 23.06 (motion passed)
• Conditional approval of Roosevelt Lofts site plan (motion passed)
• Conditional approval of PSE&G Meridian Road substation site plan (motion passed)
• Approval of 399 Hoes Lane site plan (motion passed)

Planning Board

The Middlesex County Planning Board will meet to discuss administrative reports and new business. The session includes a presentation regarding the current status of the Ride On Demand program.

• Presentation by Jessica Brigyoni on 'Ride On Demand – Where We Are'
• Approval of January 13, 2026 meeting minutes
• Consideration of the Planning Director's Report
• Consideration of the Development Review Committee Report

The Board approved the minutes from the January 13, 2026 meeting. It accepted the Planning Director’s report and the Development Review Committee report. The Board also moved to close public comments and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes of Jan 13, 2026 (motion passed)
• Accepted Planning Director’s report (motion passed)
• Accepted Development Review Committee report (motion passed)
• Closed public comments (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

SWAC meeting

The Solid Waste Advisory Council will meet to receive reports from the Division of Solid Waste Management and various agencies. The body will also address old business regarding the East Brunswick Compost site.

• Review of AA 4-25 - East Brunswick Compost site (revised)
• DEP report
• Environmental Division - Solid Waste Enforcement report
• MCIA report
• MCUA report on Middlesex County Landfill

The council unanimously approved the December 9 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to accept excused absences was passed. The revised Administrative Action 4‑25, amending the inclusion of the East Brunswick Compost – Class B and C, was approved with one abstention. No new business was taken and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved Dec 9 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted excused absences (motion passed)
• Approved AA 4‑25 amendment to East Brunswick compost inclusion (one abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

February Board Meeting

The Middlesex County Board of Elections will adopt the minutes from the January 8, 2026 meeting. It will discuss moving the April board meeting to a new date and review online poll worker training. Additional items include administration reports and an executive session for poll workers.

• April Board Meeting Date Change
• Online Poll Worker Training Discussion
• Adoption of minutes from January 8, 2026 meeting
• Administration Reports
• Executive Session – Poll Workers

The Board of Elections approved the minutes from the January 8, 2026 meeting by voice vote 6‑0. It changed the April board meeting date to Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., also by voice vote 6‑0. A motion to go into executive session at 5:25 p.m. passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Jan 8, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote 6‑0)
• Changed April meeting date to April 21, 2026 (voice vote 6‑0)
• Entered executive session at 5:25 p.m. (voice vote 6‑0)

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a series of resolutions, including the award of a $583,540 grant to the New Jersey Department of Human Services for homeless services. Additional items include a $138,000 contract for a federal funding consultant, a $230,000 purchase of branded clothing, a $525,000 purchase of hardware and tools, and appointments to the Middlesex County Construction Board of Appeals. The meeting also covers routine approvals such as reappointments, travel authorizations, and payments to various associations.

• 26-117-R: Authorize execution and submission of a $583,540 grant for homeless services (SH26012).
• 26-110-R: Award a competitive contract up to $138,000 to Winning Strategies Washington, LLC for federal funding consulting.
• 26-128-R: Authorize purchase of branded clothing up to $230,000 on an as‑needed basis.
• 26-132-R: Authorize purchase of hardware, tools, and supplies up to $525,000 from authorized vendors.
• 26-104-R: Appoint various members to the Middlesex County Construction Board of Appeals.

The Middlesex County Board of Commissioners adopted a series of consent‑agenda resolutions, all unanimously. Among them, they authorized a $583,540 grant to the New Jersey Department of Human Services for homeless services. Additional actions included appointing members to various boards, approving appraisal contracts, and awarding a $138,000 consulting contract. All items were adopted without dissent.

• Adopted ceremonial resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of correspondence (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Jan. 15, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Authorized nomination of Lauren P. Thoma, M.D. as chief medical examiner (adopted on consent agenda)
• Approved $138,000 contract to Winning Strategies Washington, LLC for federal funding consultant (adopted on consent agenda)
• Authorized $4,500 and $8,500 appraisal services for Rahway Ave and Omar Ave projects (adopted on consent agenda)
• Authorized $583,540 grant to NJ Dept. of Human Services for homeless services (adopted on consent agenda)
• Approved $4,250 payment to New Jersey Association of Election Officials for 2026 dues (adopted on consent agenda)

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a series of resolutions covering appointments, contracts, purchases, travel budgets, and grant awards. Key actions include a $138,000 consulting contract, a $78,400 travel and event sponsorship budget, and multiple procurement authorizations. The meeting also addresses reappointments to various county boards and the award of contracts for social services and infrastructure projects.

• Approve $138,000 contract to Winning Strategies Washington, LLC for federal funding consulting (Resolution 26-110-R)
• Approve $78,400 travel and event sponsorship budget for the Department of Economic Development (Resolution 26-111-R)
• Approve $4,500 appraisal services and $8,500 appraisal review for intersection improvements at Rahway Ave (CR 514) and Omar Ave Extension, Woodbridge (Resolution 26-106-R)
• Award $103,671.50 contract to Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen for homeless social services (Resolution 26-113-R)
• Authorize purchase of hardware, tools, and supplies up to $525,000 under state contract M0002 (Resolution 26-132-R)

MCIC Meeting

HIV Health Services Planning Council Monthly Meeting

The council voted to approve the January 2026 minutes and the February 2026 agenda, each with no objections or abstentions. The meeting was then formally adjourned. No new or old business items were decided.

• Approved January 2026 minutes – motion carried, no objections
• Approved February 2026 agenda – motion carried, no objections
• Adjourned meeting – motion carried, no objections

Mental Health Board Meeting

The Middlesex County Mental Health Board will hear a presentation on CY 26 NJ DMHAS funded mental health services, including the Collaborative Support Programs of NJ and the Emergency Services Peer Support Advocate Initiative. The board will receive a report from the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. An update from the Campaign to End Stigma Committee will also be discussed. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Presentation: CY 26 NJ DMHAS Funded Mental Health Services – Collaborative Support Programs of NJ (CSPNJ) and Emergency Services Peer Support Advocate Initiative
• Report from DMHAS presented by Angela Wairimu
• Campaign to End Stigma Committee update presented by Liz Marchese
• Announcements of upcoming webinars and events on mental health topics
• Meeting notice compliance with Open Public Meetings Act

The Mental Health Board reviewed and approved the minutes from the October meeting and the December Joint Mental Health Board and LACADA meeting. No other actions were taken; the remaining agenda items were informational presentations and updates. All other topics were discussed without formal votes.

• Approved October and December meeting minutes (approved by those in attendance)

Middlesex County Ethics Board Reorganization 2026

The Middlesex County Ethics Board is holding a reorganization meeting. Board members will appoint legal counsel, elect officers, and set future meeting dates. They will also approve the minutes from January 28, 2025, and address any old or new business. The meeting includes a public comment period.

• Appointment of Legal Counsel
• Election of Officers
• Fixing Time and Dates of Middlesex County Ethics Board Meetings
• Approval of Minutes January 28, 2025
• Open to Public for Comment

Children's Services Council Monthly Meeting

The Middlesex County Council for Children’s Services will review the December 30, 2025 meeting minutes. Committee reports from YSC/YJC, Bylaws & Membership, and the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative will be presented. The council will discuss new and old business items and schedule the next meeting for February 24, 2026 via Microsoft Teams.

• Review of December 30, 2025 meeting minutes
• Report from YSC/YJC committee
• Report from Bylaws & Membership committee
• Report from Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI) committee
• Scheduling of next meeting on February 24, 2026 via Microsoft Teams

The council approved the December 2025 meeting minutes. It then voted to award the competitive contract CC-26-919 to Youth Advocate Programs Inc. for $95,000 to provide JDAI community‑based diversion services from March 1 to December 31, 2026. The motion passed with 15 yes votes, 0 no votes, and 3 present‑not‑voting.

• Approved December 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Awarded $95,000 contract to Youth Advocate Programs Inc. (15‑0‑3)

MCJHIF Commissioners Meeting

Middlesex County Construction Board of Appeals

The Middlesex County Construction Board of Appeals will hold hearings on several appeal cases involving properties in Middlesex Borough, Milltown, Old Bridge Township, Keyport, Laurence Harbor, Perth Amboy, Piscataway Township, and Woodbridge Township. The board will also approve the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting. All parties must check in with the board secretary upon arrival.

• Hearing: Abated Middlesex Borough v. 172-176 Baekeland Avenue, Unit 6 (Baekeland Rentals, Inc.)
• Hearing: Borough of Milltown v. 96 South Street (Leonid Escamillo)
• Hearing: Old Bridge Township v. 44 Second Street (Samuel Tendeiro)
• Hearing: Old Bridge Township (Keyport) v. 205 Highway 35 (Islamic Center of Old Bridge, Inc.)
• Approval of minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting

The Construction Board of Appeals lifted the Stop Work Order on the Islamic Center of Old Bridge for a period of forty‑five days, allowing the appellant to submit required documentation. The Board also dismissed the Milltown violation with a $335 payment, reduced the Laurence Parkway penalty to $2,500, and deferred the Old Bridge 44 Second Street case to the February 18 meeting. Minutes of the September 17, 2025 meeting were accepted and the meeting was adjourned to February 18, 2026.

• Lifted Stop Work Order for Islamic Center of Old Bridge for 45 days – all members in favor
• Dismissed Milltown violation; appellant to pay $335 within 14 business days – all members in favor
• Reduced penalty for 7 Laurence Parkway to $2,500 payable within 10 business days – all members in favor
• Deferred Old Bridge 44 Second Street case to February 18, 2026 agenda – all members in favor
• Dismissed Piscataway Township violations and penalties without prejudice – all members in favor
• Accepted minutes of September 17, 2025 meeting – all members in favor
• Administered oath of office to Vice Chairman Anthony J. Neibert and Secretary Michele A. Tackach – all members in favor
• Adjourned meeting to next scheduled meeting on February 18, 2026 – all members in favor

Workforce Development Board Quarterly Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Conference Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to decide on various professional service contracts, board appointments for 2026, and departmental expenditures. Key items include significant funding for IT infrastructure and arts grants.

• Up to $7,000,000 for software renewal, maintenance, and support from various vendors
• Up to $2,000,000 for audio/visual equipment from York Telecom Corporation
• $2,190,880 for Middlesex County Arts & History Support Grants
• Up to $600,000 for bulk mail and mail-in ballots for 2026 elections
• Legal service contracts for global warming-climate change, opioid litigation, and workers' compensation defense

January Monthly Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is voting on numerous administrative appointments and professional legal service contracts for 2026. The meeting includes authorizations for technology upgrades, arts grants, and election-related expenses.

• Purchase of software renewals and subscriptions not to exceed $7,000,000.00
• Purchase and installation of audio/visual equipment from York Telecom Corporation not to exceed $2,000,000.00
• Distribution of Arts & History Support Grants totaling $2,190,880.00
• Payment not to exceed $600,000.00 to Postmasters for 2026 election bulk mail and ballots
• Contracts for professional legal services including special litigation for global warming-climate change and opioid litigation

The Board adopted a $2,190,880 Arts & History Support Grants package (6‑to‑0). It reappointed Commissioner Charles Kenny to the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (6‑to‑0) and authorized a first supplement to the funding agreement for the New Brunswick Transit Station (6‑to‑0). The consent agenda, including legal services contracts and numerous appointments, was adopted unanimously.

• Adopted ceremonial resolution recognizing Boy Scout Troop 97 (unanimous)
• Approved arts & history support grants totaling $2,190,880.00 (6‑to‑0)
• Reappointed Commissioner Charles Kenny to NJ Transportation Planning Authority (6‑to‑0)
• Authorized first supplement to funding agreement for New Brunswick Transit Station (6‑to‑0)
• Approved acceptance of correspondence (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Dec. 18, 2025; Dec. 29, 2025; Jan. 7, 2026 (unanimous or 5‑to‑0 as recorded)
• Adopted consent agenda items, including legal services contracts with Kelso & Burgess (unanimous)
• Approved multiple appointments and reappointments to county boards and authorities (unanimous)

MCIA Board Meeting

The board approved several administrative resolutions, including a one‑year extension of the RWJ Barnabas Health agreement for the Roosevelt Care Centers in Old Bridge and Edison, designating authorized newspapers for 2026, and adopting a cash‑management plan. Additional resolutions appointed key officers and a qualified purchasing agent. The payment of vouchers resolution was approved with three Yes votes and one abstention.

• Approved resolution extending RWJ Barnabas Health agreement by one year (Old Bridge & Edison)
• Approved resolution designating authorized newspapers for 2026
• Approved resolution adopting a cash management plan
• Approved resolution designating chief financial officer
• Approved resolution designating affirmative action compliance officer and compliance threshold for 2026
• Approved resolution authorizing qualified purchasing agent and approving purchasing process
• Approved resolution appointing designated representative and alternate to Board of Keep Middlesex Moving
• Approved payment of vouchers (Yes: D’Agostino, Vazquez, Yukna; Abstain: Abbey)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider a range of subdivision, site‑plan and extension applications, including minor subdivision sketch plats, major subdivision approvals, and various commercial and utility projects. No resolutions are scheduled for addition, amendment, or removal. Public discussion will focus on the listed applications before adjourning.

• Fast‑food restaurant with drive‑thru & retail/office building – Bentley Realty Group, Inc., Old Bridge (OB-SP-2256)
• Steel Logistics Center – B9 North Parcel – Owner, South Plainfield (SP-SP-2071)
• Steel Logistics Center – B9 South Parcel – Owner, South Plainfield (SP-SP-2072)
• PSE&G substation projects – Edison (ED-SP-2455) and Woodbridge (WO-SP-2434)
• Community solar projects – 1 Jebara Way (MO-SP-2440) and 2 S Middlesex Ave (MO-SP-2441), Monroe

SWAC meeting

Planning Board

The Middlesex County Planning Board will convene to elect a chairperson and vice chairperson, approve meeting minutes from December 2025, and adopt resolutions for the 2026 meeting schedule and agendas. No action items are listed for the Development Review Committee.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Approval of December 09, 2025 meeting minutes
• Adoption of 2026 meeting schedule (Resolution 2026-03)
• Adoption of 2026 public meeting agendas (Resolution 2026-04)
• Development Review Committee report

Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association

The Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association will conduct its reorganization and elect officers. The body will also review a stormwater control ordinance and a municipal stormwater management plan from the Borough of Middlesex.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Adoption of 2026 regular meeting dates
• Borough of Middlesex Stormwater Control Ordinance #2136-24
• Borough of Middlesex Municipal Stormwater Management Plan (revised December 12, 2025)

HIV Health Services Planning Council Monthly Meeting

MCIC Re-organization Meeting

The Middlesex County Insurance Commission will hold its annual reorganization meeting. The commission will approve the November 6, 2025 open and closed minutes, appoint a chairperson for 2026, adopt a fair and open process for professional services, and set the 2026 meeting dates.

• Appointment of Chairperson of the Commission for 2026
• Professional Services for 2026: Fair and Open Process
• Establishment of the 2026 Meeting Dates
• Approval of November 6, 2025 Open Minutes
• Approval of November 6, 2025 Closed Minutes (Board only)

January Board Meeting

The Board of Elections will meet to adopt minutes from October and November meetings. The body will discuss projected board meeting dates for 2026-2027 and review administration reports.

• Adoption of October and November meeting minutes
• 2026-2027 Projected Board Meeting Dates
• Administration Reports

2026 Annual Meeting Notice - Board of County Commissioners

Reorganization Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will adopt the 2026 Temporary Operating Budget and related financial authorizations. It will also approve the 2026 salary schedule, human resources policy, and designate official newspapers for the county. Additional resolutions authorize the treasurer to pay audited bills and payroll and to issue salary checks to county officers and employees.

• Adopt the Temporary Operating Budget for 2026
• Adopt Salary Schedule for General Payroll for 2026
• Adopt the Human Resources Policy of Middlesex County for 2026
• Designate The Home News Tribune (East Brunswick) as official newspaper and others as alternates
• Authorize Treasurer to pay all properly audited bills, payrolls, and issue salary checks for 2026