Middle public meetings in 2024

Township Committee

The Township Committee will meet to conduct an executive session regarding potential property acquisitions and negotiations. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Executive session for potential property acquisitions and negotiations

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a bond for property acquisition and new rules for smoke and vape shops. The body will also consider contracts for emergency management equipment and roadway improvements.

• Bond Ordinance 2024-3441 providing $2,100,000 for property acquisition
• Ordinance 2024-3443 amending code governing smoke and vape shops
• Ordinance 2024-3445 establishing a fee for Carfax accident reports
• Resolution 24-308 for East Road Roadway Improvements Phase 1 change order
• Ordinance 2024-3446 regarding NJDEP mandated tree removal and replacement

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on several proposed ordinances, including a bond for property acquisition and new rules for smoke and vape shops. The body will also discuss stormwater regulations and various contract awards.

• Bond Ordinance 2024-3441: $2,100,000 appropriation for property acquisition
• Ordinance 2024-3443: Amending code governing smoke and vape shops
• Ordinance 2024-3445: Establishing fee for Carfax accident reports
• Ordinance 2024-3446: New NJDEP-mandated tree removal and replacement requirements
• Resolution for East Road Roadway Improvements Phase 1 change order

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on bond ordinances for capital and park improvements and discuss new regulations for affordable housing and vape shops. The body is also considering several contracts for police vehicles and snow removal services.

• Bond Ordinance 2024-3437: $3,571,000 for various capital improvements
• Bond Ordinance 2024-3438: $4,491,000 for various park improvements
• Bond Ordinance 2024-3441: $2,100,000 for property acquisition
• Ordinance 2024-3444: Establishing mixed use development standards for affordable housing
• Resolution 24-301: Consolidating bonds up to $16,186,433 for general improvements

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on a redevelopment plan and property acquisitions. The meeting includes the introduction of bond ordinances for capital and park improvements and various equipment purchases.

• Ordinance 2024-3434 appropriating $2,100,000 for property acquisition
• Ordinance 2024-3435 for the acquisition of 127 Hubbard Avenue for open space preservation
• Bond Ordinance 2024-3437 appropriating $3,571,000 for various capital improvements
• Bond Ordinance 2024-3438 appropriating $4,491,000 for various park improvements
• Ordinance 2024-3431 regarding the 325 Highway 36 Redevelopment Plan

The Township Committee approved funding for the acquisition of property at 127 Hubbard Avenue for open space preservation. Several bond ordinances for capital and park improvements were passed on first reading. The committee also approved a consent agenda featuring multiple equipment purchases and a $230,000 emergency appropriation for legal fees.

• Approved $2.1M for property acquisition (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 127 Hubbard Avenue for open space preservation (4-0)
• Adopted 325 Highway 36 Redevelopment Plan (4-0)
• Passed first reading of $3.57M capital improvements bond (4-0)
• Passed first reading of $4.49M park improvements bond (4-0)
• Approved $199,512 contract for fuel, site, and fleet software (4-0)
• Approved $181,715 contract for a mobile stage (4-0)
• Approved $230,000 emergency appropriation for legal and expert fees (4-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to discuss property acquisitions for open space and flood mitigation. The body will consider several contracts for tutoring, fire equipment, and software, as well as shared services for leaf and brush disposal.

• Proposed appropriation of $2,100,000 for property acquisition
• Proposed purchase of 127 Hubbard Avenue (Block 1030, Lots 7 and 10) for open space
• Public hearing on deed of dedication for Port Monmouth Hurricane and Storm Damage Reduction Project
• Contract award to Bright Connections Tutoring Center, LLC for tutoring services
• Proposed amendments to pre-school, camp, and recreation fees

The Middletown Township Committee held a workshop meeting on October 7, 2024. The agenda listed proposed ordinances, resolutions, and discussion items, but the minutes do not record any votes, approvals, or final decisions. The meeting included presentations, proclamations, and public hearing items, but no substantive outcomes were documented.

• No substantive decisions recorded in the minutes
• Agenda items listed for discussion and potential action only

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including funding for capital purposes and police special duty rates. The body will also introduce redevelopment and easement plans and vote on a consent agenda featuring various vendor contracts.

• Ordinance 2024-3429 providing $2,200,000 for various capital purposes
• Bond Ordinance 2024-3430 appropriating $1,930,000 for capital improvements
• Ordinance 2024-3427 amending police officer special duty rates
• Ordinance 2024-3431 regarding the 325 Highway 36 Redevelopment Plan
• Resolution 24-249 directing a redevelopment investigation for 881 Highway 35

The Township Committee unanimously approved five ordinances, including a $2.2 million appropriation for capital purposes and a bond ordinance authorizing $1.83 million in bonds for capital improvements. The committee also passed a consent agenda containing 22 resolutions that authorized various contracts, released performance guarantees for subdivision projects, and cancelled taxes on specific properties. Three redevelopment-related ordinances were introduced for first reading, with public hearings scheduled for October.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-3429 appropriating $2,200,000 for capital purposes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-3430 authorizing $1,833,500 in bonds for capital improvements (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Middletown Township Historical Society (5-0)
• Amended special duty rates for police officers (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda with 22 resolutions (5-0)
• Authorized $632,800 contract for a sewer jet truck (5-0)
• Authorized $2,096,860 total contract for Tindall Park tennis courts (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance for 325 Highway 36 redevelopment plan (5-0)

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee and the Middletown Board of Education are holding a special joint meeting. The primary purpose is the introduction of a new joint initiative between the two bodies.

• Introduction of a New Joint Initiative by the Township Committee and Middletown Board of Education

Township Committee

The Township Committee is discussing several ordinances, including a redevelopment plan for Highway 36 and funding for capital improvements. The body is also reviewing contracts for emergency radios, road programs, and banking services.

• Ordinance 2024-3424: Adopting the 325 Highway 36 Redevelopment Plan
• Ordinance 20245-3429: Appropriating $2,200,000 for various capital purposes
• Ordinance 2024-3430: Appropriation of $1,930,000 for capital improvements and $1,833,500 in bonds
• Resolution 24-240: Award of contract for 2024 Road Program Phase 1
• Ordinance 2024-3426: Lease agreement with the Middletown Township Historical Society for the Historic Railroad Station

The Township Committee approved a road program contract and a redevelopment plan for 325 Highway 36. Several ordinances regarding capital funding and a historical society lease were passed on first reading. The committee also approved a consent agenda covering various equipment purchases and appointments.

• Approved 2024 Road Program Phase 1 contract to Lucas Brothers, Inc. for $2,100,938.00 (5-0)
• Adopted 325 Highway 36 Redevelopment Plan (4-0, 1 recuse)
• Approved fair market value adjustments for Nut Swamp and Dwight Road properties (5-0)
• Approved $567,434.85 for Fire Department radios and $236,644.80 for First Aid radios (5-0)
• Awarded $125,425.00 contract to Aspire for managed detection and response services (5-0)
• Authorized $230,000.00 for T&M Associates for engineering services (5-0)
• Passed first reading of $2.2M and $1.93M capital funding ordinances (5-0)
• Passed first reading of lease agreement with Middletown Township Historical Society (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will discuss a redevelopment plan for 325 Highway 36 and a 2024-2025 salary ordinance. The meeting includes public hearings on property fair market values and parking prohibitions on Prospect Avenue.

• Ordinance 2024-3424: Adopting the 325 Highway 36 Redevelopment Plan
• Ordinance 2024-3425: Authorizing the 2024-2025 Salary Ordinance
• Ordinance 2024-3423: Prohibiting parking along the south side of Prospect Avenue from Central Avenue
• Resolution 24-229: Authorizing a ballot question to increase the annual collection rate for the Open Space, Recreation, Floodplain Protection, and Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund
• Resolutions 24-221, 24-225, and 24-227: Awarding contracts for radios for the Police Department, Fire Department, and Fire Marshall

The Township Committee authorized a ballot question for the November 5, 2024, election to increase the Open Space Trust Fund levy from three to four cents per $100 of equalized valuation. The committee also approved several public safety equipment contracts and budget amendments for grant funding.

• Authorized ballot question to increase Open Space Trust Fund levy to 4 cents per $100 (5-0)
• Approved parking prohibition on south side of Prospect Avenue from Central Avenue (5-0)
• Approved $879,666.15 contract with PMC Associates for Police Department radios (5-0)
• Approved $308,352.00 contract with AR Communications Inc. for Fire Department radios (5-0)
• Approved $51,085.22 contract with AR Communications Inc. for Fire Marshall radios (5-0)
• Approved $41,990.74 change order for Middletown Veterans Housing Project soil excavation (5-0)
• Approved $49,297,653.96 in bill payments for August 19, 2024 (5-0)
• Appointed Lana Cook to the Middletown Library Board (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding fair market values for properties on Nut Swamp and Dwight Roads. The body is also considering a new parking prohibition on Prospect Avenue and various municipal contracts.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-3422 regarding fair market value for Block 1045, Lots 2, 3, and 4
• Proposed Ordinance 2024-3423 prohibiting parking on the south side of Prospect Avenue from Central Avenue
• Resolution 24-212 designating Port Monmouth Residential Developer, LLC as redeveloper of Block 306, Lot 66
• Resolution 24-205 awarding a contract for basketball court improvements at 11 park locations
• Resolution 24-210 authorizing additional 2024 budget funding for a shared municipal court agreement with Keyport

The Township Committee designated Port Monmouth Residential Developer, LLC as the redeveloper for the Port Belford area, approving a contract for 410 apartments and retail space. The Committee rejected all five bids for the 2024 Roadway Program Phase 1 to revise specifications and re-bid. Additionally, the Committee approved numerous contracts for park improvements, plumbing services, and vehicle purchases, and passed a parking restriction ordinance on first reading.

• Designated Port Monmouth Residential Developer, LLC as redeveloper for Port Belford area
• Rejected all 5 bids for 2024 Roadway Program Phase 1; authorized re-bidding
• Approved $974,835 contract for basketball court resurfacing at 11 parks
• Approved $200,000 not-to-exceed plumbing repair contract with Binsky & Snyder LLC
• Approved $132,756 contract for sports lighting equipment
• Passed Ordinance 2024-3423 prohibiting parking on Prospect Avenue (first reading)
• Authorized $12,018,311.85 payment of bills for July 22, 2024
• Appointed four Special Law Enforcement Officers (Class II) and crossing guards

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee will hold a public hearing on two proposed bond ordinances totaling over $4.3 million for property acquisition and emergency services equipment. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a grant application for Kunkel Park and the introduction of an ordinance adjusting fair market values for specific properties on Nut Swamp Road and Dwight Road. Several resolutions for contracts, including landscaping, police uniforms, and veterans housing, are scheduled for approval.

• Bond Ordinance 2024-3420: $1,800,000 appropriation for property acquisition
• Bond Ordinance 2024-3421: $2,525,000 appropriation for emergency services radios
• Ordinance 2024-3422: Adjusts fair market value for properties on Nut Swamp Road and Dwight Road
• Public Hearing: Monmouth County Open Space Grant Application for Kunkel Park
• Resolution 24-195: Renewal of shared services agreement for armed officers in schools

The Township Committee approved a $7,225,027 contract for Middletown Veterans Housing and passed a bond ordinance authorizing $2,398,750 for emergency services radios. Several other contracts were awarded, including $2,005,230 for Tindall Park tennis court improvements and $37,920 for landscaping services. The committee also renewed the shared services agreement for armed police officers in schools and approved a liquor license transfer.

• Approved $7,225,027 contract for Veterans Housing (4-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2024-3421 for $2,398,750 in radio bonds (4-0)
• Approved $2,005,230 contract for Tindall Park tennis courts (4-0)
• Renewed shared services agreement for armed school police (4-0)
• Approved $37,920 landscaping contract to D&M Lawn Care (4-0)
• Approved $194,950 engineering contract for Tindall Park (4-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer to Middletown Beverage, LLC (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2024-3422 on first reading (4-0)

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee held a workshop meeting to review proposed ordinances and resolutions. Key financial items include two bond ordinances for property acquisition and emergency services equipment. The committee also discussed public hearings on parking restrictions, easements, and amusement game licensing.

• Bond ordinance for $1,800,000 property acquisition appropriation
• Bond ordinance for $2,525,000 emergency services radios and equipment
• Public hearing on parking restrictions along Schulz Drive
• Resolution designating Avalon Middletown Urban Renewal, LLC as redeveloper for River Centre South
• Resolution authorizing shared municipal court services with Borough of Keyport

The Township Committee adopted four ordinances, including parking restrictions on Schulz Drive and state-mandated amusement game licensing. Two bond ordinances were introduced on first reading, authorizing $1.8 million for property acquisition and $2.525 million for emergency services radios, with public hearings scheduled for June 24. The committee also passed a consent agenda containing 12 resolutions, including the designation of Avalon Middletown Urban Renewal, LLC as redeveloper for a 340-unit apartment project in River Centre South.

• Adopted Ordinance 2024-3416 amending parking restrictions on Schulz Drive (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-3417 authorizing acceptance of easements on Atlantic Avenue (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-3418 amending fair market value for Nut Swamp Road properties (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-3419 establishing state-mandated amusement game licensing standards (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2024-3420 on first reading for $1.8M property acquisition appropriation (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2024-3421 on first reading for $2.525M emergency radio equipment appropriation (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda Resolutions 24-174 through 24-185 (5-0)
• Designated Avalon Middletown Urban Renewal, LLC as redeveloper for 340-unit apartment project (5-0)

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee is scheduled to hold a public hearing on the 2024 Municipal Budget and authorize a self-examination of the budget. The agenda also includes public hearings on a $1.1 million bond ordinance for property acquisition and changes to fire prevention business registration fees. Several ordinances regarding parking restrictions, easements, and amusement game licensing are set for introduction.

• Public hearing on 2024 Municipal Budget (Resolution 24-142)
• Bond ordinance for $1,100,000 property acquisition and $1,045,000 in bonds
• Ordinance amending Fire Prevention Local Business Registration Fees
• Ordinance introducing parking restrictions along Schulz Drive
• Resolution authorizing contract for eight 2023 or 2024 Police Interceptor Vehicles

The Township Committee approved the 2024 Municipal Budget and authorized a $1.1 million appropriation for property acquisition, financed by $1.045 million in bonds. The committee also adopted a consent agenda approving contracts for police vehicles, real property data services, and engineering for a roller hockey rink. Several ordinances regarding parking, easements, and licensing were introduced for first reading.

• Approved 2024 Municipal Budget (4-0)
• Approved $1.1M property acquisition appropriation and $1.045M bond issuance (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 8 Ford Police Interceptors for $425,728.40 (consent agenda)
• Awarded real property data contract to Realty Data Systems LLC for $844,700 (consent agenda)
• Awarded engineering contract for Normandy Park Roller Hockey Rink to T&M Associates for up to $68,500 (consent agenda)
• Authorized $6,500 sponsorship for USS New Jersey commissioning (consent agenda)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $5,243,574.19 (consent agenda)
• Introduced Ordinance 2024-3416 for Schulz Drive parking restrictions (first reading)

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee held a workshop meeting to review proposed ordinances and resolutions. Key discussions included a bond ordinance for property acquisition and a proposal to reduce NJ Transit parking fees. The agenda also covered hiring new police officers, awarding a restoration contract for the Murray Farmhouse, and several public hearings on local regulations.

• Bond ordinance for $1,100,000 property acquisition and $1,045,000 in bonds
• Ordinance reducing NJ Transit commuter parking lot fees
• Contract award for partial exterior restoration of the Murray Farmhouse
• Resolution authorizing hiring of entry-level officers Trevor Brey and James Davis II
• Ordinance delegating authority to the Sewerage Authority for grease trap inspections

The Township Committee adopted ordinances regarding grease trap enforcement and reduced NJ Transit commuter parking fees. The committee also approved a consent agenda including several municipal appointments, a natural gas contract, and equipment purchases.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-3412 delegating grease trap inspection and enforcement to Sewerage Authority (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-3413 reducing NJ Transit commuter parking lot fees (4-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2024-3414 regarding fire prevention business registration fees (4-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2024-3415 for $1.1M property acquisition appropriation (4-0)
• Awarded $393,500 contract to Dell Tech Inc. for Murray Farmhouse exterior restoration
• Appointed Sean Kean as First Municipal Prosecutor and Ian Goldman as Second Municipal Prosecutor
• Authorized hiring of Trevor Brey and James Davis II as entry level police officers
• Ratified 24-month natural gas supply agreement with Major Energy Services, LLC at $0.560 per therm

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee is scheduled to review and introduce the 2024 Municipal Operating Budget. The agenda includes public hearings on new street names and food handling permits, as well as proposed ordinances to delegate sewerage authority and reduce NJ Transit commuter parking fees. Several resolutions for fireworks displays, contracts, and liquor license transfers are also on the consent agenda.

• Resolution 24-142: Introduction of the 2024 Municipal Operating Budget
• Ordinance 2024-3413: Proposed reduction of NJ Transit commuter parking lot fees
• Ordinance 2024-3411: Amending standards for itinerant retail food handling establishments
• Resolution 24-150: Contract for engineering services at the Veterans Housing Project
• Resolution 24-154: Transfer of liquor license from S&A Route 35 Inc. to Middletown Beverage LLC

The Township Committee passed the 2024 Municipal Operating Budget on introduction and approved several contracts for senior bus trips, tax sale hosting, and soil remediation. The committee also adopted ordinances regarding street names and food handling standards.

• Passed 2024 Municipal Operating Budget on introduction (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-3410 establishing additional authorized street names (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-3411 amending itinerant retail food handling standards (4-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2024-3412 regarding grease trap enforcement (4-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2024-3413 reducing NJ Transit commuter parking fees (4-0)
• Awarded $60,000 senior recreation bus trip contract to Krapf Coaches (4-0)
• Awarded online tax sale hosting contract to Realauction.com, LLC (4-0)
• Approved $99,880 contract to CME Associates for veteran housing soil remediation (4-0)

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee will hold a workshop meeting to discuss and vote on several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include a public hearing on a $9.2 million appropriation for affordable housing for veterans, which would authorize $4 million in bonds. The committee will also review a preliminary redevelopment investigation for the Campbell's Junction area and various contract awards for services like electrical repair and payroll processing.

• Ordinance 2024-3409: $9,200,000 appropriation for affordable housing for veterans; authorizes $4,000,000 in bonds
• Resolution 24-125: Preliminary redevelopment investigation for Campbell's Junction along Leonardville Road
• Resolution 24-126: Award of contract for professional architect services for Middletown Senior Center renovations
• Resolution 24-134: Procedures for Federal Aid Highway Projects for Campbell's Junction Improvements
• Resolution 24-135: Procedures for Federal Aid Highway Projects for Kings Highway Pedestrian Safety Improvements

The Township Committee adopted two ordinances, including a bond ordinance authorizing $9.2 million for affordable housing for veterans and $4 million in bonds to finance part of it. They also passed a budget ordinance to exceed appropriation limits and establish a cap bank. A consent agenda approved 19 resolutions covering contracts, grants, and property dispositions.

• Adopted Ordinance 2024-3408 to exceed budget limits and establish cap bank (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-3409 for $9.2M veteran housing and $4M bonds (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2024-3410 on street names on first reading (4-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2024-3411 on food handling standards on first reading (4-0)
• Adopted consent agenda Resolutions 24-122 through 24-140 (5-0)
• Authorized $145,000 architecture contract for Senior Center renovations
• Authorized $116,296 payroll processing contract extension for two years
• Authorized $4,566,021.40 payment of bills for April 8, 2024

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee will discuss a proposed ordinance to appropriate $9,200,000 for the development of affordable housing for veterans, authorizing $4,000,000 in bonds to finance part of the project. The agenda also includes the introduction of an ordinance to exceed municipal budget limits and establish a CAP Bank. Several resolutions on the consent agenda address reducing performance guarantees for the Middletown Walk project and awarding contracts for site preparation and soil excavation related to the veterans housing initiative.

• Ordinance 2024-3409: $9,200,000 appropriation for veterans' affordable housing; $4,000,000 bond issuance
• Ordinance 2024-3408: Exceed municipal budget limits and establish CAP Bank
• Resolutions 24-111 to 24-113: Reduce performance guarantees for Middletown Walk phases
• Resolution 24-119: Award contract for regulated soil excavation and site restoration for Middletown Veterans Housing
• Resolution 24-114: Consent to submit Treatment Works Approval Application for Fairview Force Main Replacement

The Township Committee passed first readings for ordinances to exceed budget limits and appropriate $9.2M for veteran affordable housing. The committee also approved several construction contracts and a liquor license transfer.

• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2024-3409 for $9.2M veteran affordable housing (4-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2024-3408 to exceed budget appropriation limits (4-0)
• Awarded $323,000 contract to Whirl Construction for park site prep and demo
• Awarded $272,930 contract to Northstar Environmental Services for veteran housing soil excavation
• Approved $23,502,299.55 in bill payments
• Approved liquor license transfer to LTF Club Operations Company, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $14,490,564.23 in temporary emergency appropriations
• Reduced performance guarantees for three phases of Middletown Walk

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee held a workshop meeting to discuss and introduce resolutions regarding infrastructure projects, including roadway improvements on East Road and micro surfacing at Western Reach. The committee also addressed administrative appointments, such as a new municipal court judge and special law enforcement officers, and reviewed amendments to the 2023/2024 salary ordinance. A public hearing was scheduled for ordinances creating additional seats on the Veterans Affairs Committee.

• Resolution 24-106: Award of contract for East Road Roadway Improvements Phase II
• Resolution 24-107: Appointment of J. McHale & Associates, Inc. as Real Estate Appraiser for US Army Corps of Engineers' Port Monmouth Flood Risk Management Project (Phase II)
• Resolution 24-105: Award of contract for Micro Surfacing at Western Reach & Loch Arbor Way
• Ordinance 2024-3406: Amending 2023-3384 2023/2024 Salary Ordinance
• Resolution 24-101: Appoint Special Law Enforcement Officers Stanley Oseback and Robert Falconetti

The Township Committee adopted ordinances to amend the salary ordinance and expand the Veterans Affairs Committee. The committee also approved several infrastructure contracts, including roadway improvements on East Road and micro-surfacing for Western Reach and Loch Arbor Way.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-3406 amending 2023/2024 Salary Ordinance (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-3407 creating two additional Veterans Affairs Committee seats (5-0)
• Awarded $553,923.50 contract to Meco Inc. for East Road Roadway Improvements Phase 11
• Awarded $286,505.14 contract to Asphalt Paving Systems for micro-surfacing at Western Reach and Loch Arbor Way
• Approved $138,000 professional services contract for J. McHale & Associates, Inc. for real estate appraisal services
• Authorized $14,950.00 change order for Tindall Park basketball and tennis courts
• Approved $806,970.78 in temporary emergency appropriations
• Authorized $3,121,009.54 in bill payments for March 4, 2024

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee will hold a public hearing on ordinances expanding police enforcement authority and adjusting lot lines. The agenda also includes resolutions to designate a commercial tract for redevelopment condemnation and to issue requests for redeveloper interest. Additionally, the committee will approve various contracts for engineering services, vehicle purchases, and animal shelter renewal.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-3404 expanding police authority for fire lane and zone enforcement
• Resolution 24-95 designating Block 825, Lot 55.01 (Circus Liquors tract) as an area in need of redevelopment for condemnation
• Resolution 24-96 authorizing Request for Expressions of Interest for redevelopers of the Circus Liquors tract
• Resolution 24-88 authorizing contract for two Kenworth T480 Single Axle Chassis Trucks
• Resolution 24-90 authorizing contract for McClees Creek Flood Study engineering services

The Township Committee designated Block 825, Lot 55.01 as an area in need of redevelopment for condemnation purposes and authorized soliciting proposals from qualified redevelopers. The committee also approved several professional service contracts and a municipal court judge appointment.

• Designated Block 825, Lot 55.01 as an area in need of redevelopment for condemnation (5-0)
• Authorized Request for Expressions of Interest for redevelopment of Block 825, Lot 55.01 (5-0)
• Appointed Susan Schroeder Clark as Judge of the Middletown Municipal Court (5-0)
• Approved $584,812.86 contract for two 2025 Kenworth T480 chassis (5-0)
• Approved $342,000 grant agreement for Bodman Park field improvements (5-0)
• Approved professional engineering contracts for McClees Creek Flood Study ($98,500) and East Road improvements ($68,800) (5-0)
• Passed ordinance expanding police authority for fire lane and zone enforcement (5-0)
• Authorized $1,000,000 grant application for Veterans Affordable Housing Project (5-0)

Township Committee

The Middletown Township Committee held a workshop meeting to introduce two proposed ordinances and review numerous resolutions. The ordinances would expand police authority for fire lane enforcement and authorize a lot line adjustment between two specific properties. The committee also considered resolutions for vehicle purchases, shared services agreements, and tax cancellations on township-owned properties.

• Ordinance 2024-3404: Expands fire lane and zone enforcement authority to the Police
• Ordinance 2024-3405: Authorizes lot line adjustment between Block 502, Lot 5 and Lot 2
• Resolution 24-60: Authorizes contract for one Chevrolet Tahoe PPV
• Resolution 24-66: Authorizes contract for five Ford F250s with plows
• Resolution 24-73: Authorizes Change Order #4 for the Dog Park at Tindall Park

The Township Committee adopted a consent agenda approving numerous service contracts, vehicle purchases, and a $12.2M payment of bills. Two ordinances were passed on first reading regarding police fire lane enforcement and lot line adjustments. The committee also issued several community proclamations.

• Approved $12,182,897.87 in bill payments (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance expanding police fire lane enforcement (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance for lot line adjustments at Block 502 (5-0)
• Approved $760,688 contract for a Ferrara Cinder Custom Pumper (5-0)
• Approved $303,665 for five Ford F-250 trucks with plows (5-0)
• Approved $1.9M stop loss insurance premium with Nationwide Insurance (5-0)
• Authorized $90,000 acquisition of easements at Block 265, Lot 66 (5-0)
• Approved $34,000 fence replacement contract for Mixalia Enterprises LLC (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee held its annual reorganization meeting to elect the Mayor and Deputy Mayor and administer oaths of office. The agenda primarily consisted of resolutions appointing various township attorneys, consultants, and department officers for 2024. Key administrative actions included authorizing a temporary budget for 2024, establishing tax sale procedures, and approving an application for a historic preservation grant.

• Resolution 24-40: Authorizing a temporary budget for 2024
• Resolution 24-47: Application to NJ DEP Historic Preservation Fund CLG Grant Program FY 2024
• Resolution 24-49: Adopting prequalification regulations for Murray Farmhouse Restoration
• Resolution 24-28: Award of contract for Police Department software via NJ Cooperative Contract
• Resolutions 24-42 to 24-46: Authorizing accelerated tax sales, electronic lien sales, and related fees

The Township Committee held its annual reorganization meeting, electing Anthony S. Perry as Mayor and Rick W. Hibell as Deputy Mayor for 2024. The committee approved a temporary budget of $27,425,304.11 to cover expenses until the final 2024 budget is adopted. Numerous professional service contracts were awarded, including a $93,000 audit contract and a $390,000 general legal counsel contract, alongside appointments for fire, EMS, and police officers.

• Anthony S. Perry elected Mayor for 2024 (5-0)
• Rick W. Hibell elected Deputy Mayor for 2024 (5-0)
• Temporary 2024 budget authorized at $27,425,304.11
• Brian M. Nelson appointed Township Attorney (5-0)
• Robert Swisher awarded Township Auditor contract for $93,000
• Spiro Harrison & Nelson awarded General Special Counsel contract for $390,000
• Fire and EMS department officers appointed for 2024
• Resolution 24-12 (Conflicts Counsel) adopted with Settembrino recusing (4-0)