Morristown public meetings in 2021
29 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council is considering ordinances to establish cannabis business licensing and zoning. The meeting also includes discussions on a ladder truck acquisition, various grant applications, and tax appeal settlements.
- Ordinance O-33-2021: Establishing cannabis licensing, business regulations, and a Cannabis Advisory Board
- Ordinance O-35-2021: $750,000 appropriation for a new ladder truck
- Resolution R-186-2021: Grant application for George Gramby Memorial Park restroom building
- Resolution R-190-2021: Participation in nationwide opioid crisis settlement agreements
- Resolution R-191-2021: $31,000 Community Forestry Grant revenue insertion
Town Council Redevelopment Entity Meeting
The Town Council Redevelopment Entity is meeting to hold a presentation and public hearing. The primary focus is a potential amendment to the Market & Bank Redevelopment Plan.
- Presentation on Potential Amendment to the Market & Bank Redevelopment Plan
- Public Hearing
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council is meeting to introduce and adopt ordinances regarding public safety equipment, employee compensation, and parking. The body is also reviewing several resolutions for infrastructure improvements and grant funding.
- Ordinance O-35-2021: $750,000 appropriation for a ladder truck, with $712,500 in bonds
- Resolution R-178-2021: $1,008,010.51 in American Recovery Coronavirus Funds for the 2021 budget
- Ordinance O-32-2021: Salary amendments to add Public Health Officer and Health Educator positions
- Resolution R-177-2021: Change order #1 for Lafayette Avenue Pedestrian Improvement Project
- Resolution R-182-2021: Purchase of playground shade structures for Lidgerwood Park
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council will discuss the introduction of an ordinance to allow up to two medical and/or recreational cannabis businesses to operate in Morristown. The meeting also includes votes on employee compensation and a parking placard change on Columba Street.
- Ordinance O-33-2021: Proposed cannabis licensing, zoning, and creation of a Cannabis Advisory Board
- Ordinance O-30-2021: Establishing compensation ranges for MEA union employees for 2021-2023
- Ordinance O-32-2021: Adding Public Health Officer and Health Educator positions to the Salary Ordinance
- Ordinance O-31-2021: Amending a handicapped parking placard number on Columba Street
- Resolution R-175-2021: Authorizing budget appropriation transfers for Fire Overtime
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council is meeting to vote on several airport infrastructure projects and employee compensation. The body will consider a large construction contract for Runway 5-23 and various engineering task orders. Other business includes sewer improvements and sidewalk cafe extensions.
- Contract award to Crisdel Group, Inc. for Runway 5-23 Phase C construction at Morristown Municipal Airport for $10,188,422
- Appropriation of $250,000 from the Sewer Capital Improvement Fund for sewer improvements
- Engineering services for Morristown Municipal Airport: Delta Airport Consultants (up to $715,000 and $110,000) and McFarland Johnson, Inc. (up to $273,840)
- Ordinance O-30-2021 to establish 2021-2023 compensation ranges for MEA union employees
- Extension of temporary suspension of town code provisions for sidewalk cafes until November 30, 2021
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council will consider several resolutions regarding municipal contracts and property management. The meeting includes a decision on whether to return to in-person meetings and a public hearing.
- Change order contract for Midwest Construction, Inc. for 2021 Curb, Sidewalk, and Drainage Improvement Project – Phase II
- Rescinding of contract to Diamond Construction for 2021 Curb, Sidewalk, and Drainage Project
- Bid award to Cerbo’s Hampton Nursery, LLC for Fall 2021 tree planting
- Water service application for David Cvijic outside the SMCMUA district
- Authorization to dispose of surplus property via Sourcewell auction
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council is deciding on several capital improvement ordinances for the Morristown Municipal Airport and sewer systems. The body is also considering updates to town codes regarding electric personal transportation vehicles and sidewalk cafes.
- Ordinance O-25-2021: $11,225,040 for Morristown Municipal Airport capital improvements
- Ordinance O-27-2021: $575,000 for Morristown Municipal Airport capital improvements
- Ordinance O-26-2021: $407,255 for Morristown Municipal Airport capital improvements
- Ordinance O-29-2021: $250,000 from Sewer Capital Improvement Fund for sewer improvements
- Ordinance O-28-2021: New code chapter for Electric Personal Transportation Vehicles
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council will discuss several capital improvement ordinances for the municipal airport and vote on ordinances regarding noise, smoke-free parks, and garbage disposal. The body is also awarding contracts for park installations, pedestrian improvements, and security systems.
- Ordinances to appropriate $11,225,040, $407,255, and $575,000 for Morristown Municipal Airport capital improvements
- Proposed smoke-free parks ordinance and garbage disposal requirements using sealed plastic bags
- Contract awards for Lafayette Avenue Pedestrian Improvement Project and 2021 Curb, Sidewalk and Drainage Project - Phase II
- Contract for Maffey's Security Group for Town Hall security cameras and jail cell communication
- License transfer application for 1776 by David Burke at 67 East Park Place
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council is meeting to introduce ordinances regarding construction noise, smoke-free parks, and garbage disposal requirements. The body will also vote on several tax abatements for property rehabilitation and various infrastructure contracts.
- Proposed ordinances for noise regulations, smoke-free parks, and sealed plastic garbage bags for curbside pickup
- Tax abatement agreements for rehabilitation of 31 Early Street, 39 Early Street, 29 Ann Street, and 33 Clyde Potts Drive
- Budget amendment to include a $90,000 award for the Morristown Rotary Club Pavilion
- Contracts for sanitary sewer repairs and Georgian Court North drainage improvements awarded to Jo-Med Contracting Corp.
- Curb, sidewalk, and drainage improvement contract awarded to Diamond Construction
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2021 Special Improvement District Budget. The body is also considering ordinances regarding tax exemptions and parking changes, as well as several contract awards and grant acceptances.
- Adoption of the 2021 Morristown Partnership Special Improvement District Budget
- Acceptance of a $108,014 grant for the SFY21 body worn camera program
- Proposed tax exemption agreement with Morris Street 2015 Urban Renewal, LLC
- Bid award to Waters & Bugbee General Contractors for concrete sidewalk grinding
- Proposed removal of a designated handicapped parking space on Madison Street
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council will consider annual salary ordinances for elected officials and management/non-union positions. The body will also review several liquor license renewals and contract awards for town services.
- Annual salary ordinances for elected officials and non-union positions
- Contract award to J.C. Contracting, Inc. for streetscape lighting at Morris Street and Elm Street
- Five-year contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for body worn cameras
- Public hearing for Green Acres Grant Application regarding Lumberyard Acquisition
- Contract for David Minchello of Rainone Coughlin Minchello, LLC to serve as Town Attorney
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the 2021 municipal budget. The body will also consider ordinances regarding official salaries, noise regulations, and a temporary ban on cannabis businesses.
- Adoption of the 2021 Municipal Budget
- Ordinance O-11-2021 appropriating $4,398,930 for capital improvements
- Ordinance O-7-2021 prohibiting cannabis businesses within town boundaries
- Bid award to Ralph Checchio, Inc. for Harrison Street Playground Improvements
- Ordinances O-13-2021 and O-14-2021 regarding annual salaries for elected and non-union officials
Town Council Special Meeting
The Town Council is meeting to present and hold a public hearing regarding a Morris County Open Space Trust Fund Grant application. The grant is intended for the acquisition of four specific properties on Hill Street and Elm Street.
- Grant application for acquisition of 26 Hill Street
- Grant application for acquisition of 22 Hill Street
- Grant application for acquisition of 57 Elm Street
- Grant application for acquisition of 63 Elm Street
- Public hearing for Morris County Open Space Trust Fund Grant Application
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council will discuss a bond ordinance for capital improvements and a budget presentation. The body is also deciding on ordinances regarding commercial vehicle parking limits and municipal budget appropriation limits.
- Ordinance O-11-2021: Appropriating $4,398,930 for capital improvements
- Resolution R-83-2021: $1,770,000 grant application for acquisition of the Lumberyard (Block 3702, Lots 8, 9, 17 & 18)
- Resolution R-84-2021: $354,681.56 grant application for George Gramby Memorial Park restroom improvements
- Ordinance O-9-2021: Limiting commercial vehicle parking on municipal streets to two hours between 6:00 am and 9:00 pm
- Public hearing for Morristown/Morris Township Joint Municipal Alliance grant for Parent Education and Project Graduation
Town Council ABC Board Meeting
The ABC Board will consider a resolution regarding a place-to-place transfer of an in-pocket plenary retail consumption license. The proposed transfer involves moving license no. 1424-33-013-005 to the premises at 67 East Park Place, doing business as 1776 by David Burke/Top Golf.
- Place-to-place transfer of in-pocket plenary retail consumption license no. 1424-33-013-005
- License transfer to 67 East Park Place (1776 by David Burke/Top Golf)
- Resolution No. R-72-2021
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council is meeting to introduce the 2021 municipal budget and consider several ordinances, including a temporary ban on cannabis businesses. The body will also vote on property acquisitions for open space and various parking and traffic regulations.
- Resolution R-76-2021 to introduce and approve the 2021 municipal budget
- Ordinance O-7-2021 to temporarily prohibit all cannabis businesses within town boundaries
- Resolution R-79-2021 to negotiate the acquisition of 26 Hill Street, 22 Hill Street, 57 Elm Street, and 63 Elm Street for open space
- Ordinance O-9-2021 to limit commercial vehicle parking on municipal streets to two hours between 6:00 am and 9:00 pm
- Resolution R-82-2021 to purchase five police vehicles
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council will discuss a temporary prohibition of cannabis businesses to allow for a committee study. The body is also considering the vacation of a portion of Spring Place and the guaranty of bonds for the Parking Authority.
- Ordinance O-7-2021: Temporary prohibition of all cannabis businesses
- Ordinance O-6-2021: Vacating approximately 11,214 square feet of Spring Place
- Ordinance O-5-2021: Authorizing guaranty of bonds for the Parking Authority
- Resolution R-72-2021: License transfer for 67 East Park Place (1776 by David Burke/Top Golf)
- Resolution R-74-2021: Authorizing additional 2021 temporary appropriations
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council will consider updating stormwater control regulations in the Land Development Ordinance. The body is also reviewing resolutions for a sewage system installation and a maintenance agreement for M-Station projects.
- Ordinance O-3-2021: Updates Chapter 30 Section 5.C Stormwater Control Regulations
- Resolution R-68-2021: Authorizes subsurface sewage disposal system at 31 Headley Road
- Resolution R-69-2021: Maintenance agreement with M-Station West and M-Station East Urban Renewal Associates, LLC
- Resolution R-70-2021: Designates official tow companies for the 2021 Police rotating call list
- Resolution R-71-2021: Adds Mesler’s Auto Body, C&L Towing, and Basking Ridge Towing as private trespass towing companies
Town Council ABC Board Meeting
The ABC Board will consider a public hearing and resolution regarding a place-to-place transfer of a retail consumption license. The application is for Morristown Restaurants, LLC to expand the premises of its business at 5-7-9 South Street.
- Public hearing for expansion of premises at 5-7-9 South Street
- Resolution R-51-2021: Place-to-place transfer of license no. 1424-33-029-014
Town Council ABC Board Meeting
The ABC Board will consider a public hearing and resolution regarding a place-to-place transfer of a retail consumption license. The application is submitted by Morristown Restaurants, LLC to expand the premises at 5-7-9 South Street.
- Place-to-place transfer for plenary retail consumption license no. 1424-33-029-014
- Expansion of premises at 5-7-9 South Street (Iron Bar/Revolution)
- Resolution No. R-51-2021 regarding Morristown Restaurants, LLC
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council will consider awarding bids for solid waste services and streetscape improvements on Washington Street. The body is also reviewing traffic ordinances and a resolution to designate specific Washington Street properties as a condemnation area for redevelopment.
- Five-year solid waste and recycling collection contract award to Blue Diamond Disposal Inc.
- Washington Street Streetscape Improvements Phase IV bid award to Jo-Med Contracting Corp.
- Resolution to increase the town bid threshold to $44,000
- Designation of 2, 6, and 10 Washington Street as a condemnation area in need of redevelopment
- Ordinance O-4-2021 to make Kinney, Thomson, and Anderson streets one-way
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council is introducing ordinances to modify traffic patterns and stormwater regulations. The body is also reviewing resolutions for budget transfers, contract change orders, and deadline extensions for street improvement projects.
- Ordinance O-4-2021: Make Kinney, Thomson, and Anderson One-Way and allow parking on both sides of Anderson Street
- Ordinance O-2-2021: Memorialize parking restrictions at Manahan Village dumpster area
- Resolution R-54-2021 and R-56-2021: Request NJDOT deadline extensions for Washington Street Streetscape Phase IV and Lafayette Avenue Pedestrian Improvement projects
- Resolution R-58-2021: Waive the 2021 annual license fee for sidewalk cafes
- Resolution R-57-2021: Apply for a Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund grant for the Morristown Post Office Acquisition Project
Town Council ABC Board Meeting
The Town Council is holding a public hearing and voting on a resolution regarding a liquor license. The meeting focuses on a request to expand the premises of a plenary retail consumption license.
- Public hearing for place-to-place transfer (expansion of premises) of plenary retail consumption license no. 1424-33-029-014 at 5-7-9 South Street (Iron Bar/Revolution)
- Resolution R-51-2021 to approve the application of Morristown Restaurants, LLC (d/b/a Iron Bar/Revolution)
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council is meeting to vote on resolutions regarding municipal airport improvements and employee benefits. The body will also discuss the Morris County Courthouse Project in executive session.
- Grant applications for Morristown Municipal Airport runway 5-23 rehabilitation and safety areas
- Grant application for relocation of Taxiway Kilo at Morristown Municipal Airport
- Grant application for development of Site 19 at Morristown Municipal Airport
- Approval of 2021 medical and prescription benefits program for town employees
- Appropriations transfer for 2020 Budget to cover unpaid invoices and sewer sludge expenses
Town Council Special Meeting
The Town Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing. The primary item for discussion is an amendment regarding 90 Lake Road.
- Public hearing for ROSI Amendment - 90 Lake Road
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council will review several resolutions including a medical stop loss insurance contract and tax delinquency fee settings. The meeting also includes presentations regarding the Morris County Court House Project and Morristown Housing Authority financial agreements.
- Awarding medical stop loss insurance contract to Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company
- Setting 2021 fees and interest penalties on tax and sewer delinquencies
- Authorizing purchase of one 2021 Jeep Compass Sport via state contract
- Granting HMFA tax abatements for 31 Early Street, 39 Early Street, 29 Ann Street, and Manahan Village
- Transferring 2020 budget appropriations for unpaid invoices and health insurance reserves
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council is holding public hearings on grant applications for the Zufall Health Center and Visions and Pathways. The body will also vote on several resolutions regarding municipal contracts, budget transfers, and board appointments.
- Public hearing for Zufall Health Center FY 2021 CDBG Application for second floor renovation
- Public hearing for Visions and Pathways FY 2021 ESG Application for Street Smart Outreach Program
- Ordinance O-1-2021 to add a dedicated handicapped parking space at 14A Mt. Airy Place
- Resolution R-33-2021 for an annual IT support services contract with ATON Computing
- Resolution R-35-2021 to apply for a LEAP Challenge Grant for shared services with five neighboring municipalities
Town Council Reorganization Meeting
The Town Council will elect its President and Vice President and make several liaison appointments to local boards and commissions. The body will also vote on the 2021 temporary budget and the annual meeting schedule.
- Adoption of the 2021 Temporary Budget (Resolution R-1-2021)
- Appointment of Inglesino, Webster, Wyciskala & Taylor, LLC as Assistant Municipal Attorney
- Establishment of the 2021 meeting schedule for Town Council and Redevelopment Entity
- Designation of the official newspaper for 2021
- Liaison appointments to the Planning Board, Housing Authority, and Parking Authority
Town Council Regular Meeting
The Town Council is meeting to award a series of professional service contracts for legal, engineering, and auditing services. The body will also consider an ordinance for a dedicated handicapped parking space and vote on board appointments.
- Ordinance O-1-2021 to add a dedicated handicapped parking space for 14A Mt. Airy Place
- Contract for sanitary sewer repairs at various locations awarded to Jo-Med Contracting Corp.
- Contract for the purchase of a 2019 Dodge Journey for the Police Department from Enterprise Car Sales
- Professional service contracts for Municipal Prosecutor, Municipal Public Defender, and Town Auditor
- Appointments for Board of Adjustment, Parking Authority, and Housing Authority