Morristown public meetings in 2021

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

The Morristown Town Council adopted Ordinance O-33-2021, creating a new chapter on cannabis licensing and business regulations, allowing up to two medical and/or recreational cannabis businesses in the TC and/or MX-2 zones. The council also adopted ordinances for a handicapped parking placard amendment (O-34-2021) and a $750,000 bond for a ladder truck (O-35-2021). All resolutions on the consent agenda and those pulled for separate consideration were adopted unanimously, including a tax appeal settlement and participation in the nationwide opioid settlement. The Pre-Game 4 Miler event was tabled to the next meeting.

• Adopted cannabis licensing ordinance O-33-2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted handicapped parking placard amendment O-34-2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted $750,000 bond ordinance for ladder truck O-35-2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted tax appeal settlement resolution R-194-2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted opioid settlement participation resolution R-190-2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted budget transfer resolution R-184-2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted CDBG grant application for Gramby Park restroom R-186-2021 (unanimous)
• Tabled Pre-Game 4 Miler event to 1/11/2022 (unanimous)

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

The Morristown Redevelopment Entity held a regular meeting on December 9, 2021, with no formal votes or decisions. The main item was a presentation by the applicant for the Market & Bank Redevelopment Plan, seeking an amendment to allow office use on the first-floor Market Street space, which currently permits only retail. Discussion covered the empty retail space, a potential tenant, parking agreements, and public space commitments, but no action was taken. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Presentation on potential amendment to Market & Bank Redevelopment Plan heard
• Public hearing opened and closed with no comments

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

The Morristown Town Council adopted Ordinance O-32-2021, amending the salary ordinance to add Public Health Officer and Health Educator positions. The council also approved for introduction two ordinances: O-34-2021 (amending a handicapped parking placard number) and O-35-2021 (a $750,000 bond ordinance for a ladder truck). All resolutions on the agenda were adopted unanimously, including R-176-2021 to relieve taxes on a PILOT redevelopment property and R-178-2021 to insert $1,008,010.51 in American Recovery Plan funds into the 2021 budget. The Pre-Game 4 Miler event application was tabled to December 14, 2021.

• Adopted Ordinance O-32-2021 adding Public Health Officer and Health Educator positions to the salary ordinance
• Approved for introduction Ordinance O-34-2021 amending a handicapped parking placard number for 29 Western Avenue
• Approved for introduction Ordinance O-35-2021 appropriating $750,000 for a ladder truck, financed by $712,500 in bonds
• Adopted Resolution R-176-2021 relieving the tax collector from collecting certain taxes on a PILOT redevelopment property
• Adopted Resolution R-178-2021 inserting $1,008,010.51 in American Recovery Plan funds into the 2021 budget
• Adopted Resolution R-177-2021 authorizing change order #1 to Zuccaro, Inc. for the Lafayette Avenue Pedestrian Improvement Project
• Adopted Resolution R-181-2021 awarding a tree pruning bid to Harmony Tree Care, LLC
• Tabled the Pre-Game 4 Miler event application to December 14, 2021

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

The Morristown Town Council introduced two ordinances: one to add Public Health Officer and Health Educator positions, and another to create a cannabis licensing and zoning framework allowing up to two medical/recreational businesses. Both were approved unanimously for introduction, with public hearings scheduled for November 30 and December 14, 2021. The council also adopted ordinances setting MEA union compensation for 2021-2023 and amending a handicapped parking placard, plus resolutions approving the Best Practices Inventory and budget transfers.

• Introduced Ordinance O-32-2021 adding Public Health Officer and Health Educator positions (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance O-33-2021 creating cannabis licensing and zoning regulations (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O-30-2021 establishing MEA union compensation ranges for 2021-2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O-31-2021 amending handicapped parking placard on Columba Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-174-2021 approving Best Practices Inventory, ensuring 100% state aid (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-175-2021 authorizing 2021 budget appropriations transfers (unanimous)

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

The Town Council unanimously adopted a $10,188,422 contract with Crisdel Group, Inc. for the Runway 5-23 Phase C construction project at Morristown Municipal Airport, along with several related airport resolutions. The Council also adopted a collective negotiations agreement with the Municipal Employees Association and introduced ordinances establishing compensation ranges for MEA employees for 2021-2023. A resolution extending temporary suspension of sidewalk cafe provisions through November 30, 2021 was adopted.

• Awarded $10,188,422 contract to Crisdel Group for Runway 5-23 Phase C (unanimous)
• Adopted collective negotiations agreement with Municipal Employees Association (unanimous)
• Adopted $250,000 sewer capital improvement appropriation (unanimous)
• Extended sidewalk cafe suspension through Nov 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance setting MEA compensation ranges 2021-2023 (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance amending handicapped parking placard on Columba Street (unanimous)
• Authorized $715,000 task order with Delta Airport Consultants (unanimous)
• Authorized $273,840 task order with McFarland Johnson for runway design (unanimous)

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

The Morristown Town Council unanimously adopted five resolutions, including consenting to a water service application, awarding a change order to Midwest Construction, rescinding a contract with Diamond Construction, authorizing a tree planting bid, and approving surplus property auction. The council also discussed returning to in-person meetings and provided updates on the cannabis ordinance and other community matters.

• Adopted consent agenda including minutes, firemen's membership, and event requests (unanimous)
• Adopted R-157-2021 consenting to David Cvijic's water service application (unanimous)
• Adopted R-158-2021 awarding change order to Midwest Construction for curb/sidewalk/drainage (unanimous)
• Adopted R-159-2021 rescinding contract with Diamond Construction (unanimous)
• Adopted R-160-2021 awarding tree planting bid to Cerbo's Hampton Nursery (unanimous)
• Adopted R-161-2021 authorizing surplus property auction on Sourcewell (unanimous)

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

The Morristown Town Council adopted three ordinances appropriating funds for capital improvements at the Morristown Municipal Airport: $11,225,040 (O-25-2021), $407,255 (O-26-2021), and $575,000 (O-27-2021), each by a 5-1 vote with Councilman Iannaccone dissenting. The council also unanimously adopted an ordinance (O-28-2021) amending code sections related to skateboards, parks conduct, and riding on streets/sidewalks, and adding a new chapter on electric personal transportation vehicles. Additionally, the council approved a $250,000 sewer improvement ordinance for introduction, settled a tax appeal case, and passed several resolutions including extending outdoor dining/sidewalk cafe provisions through October 31, 2021.

• Adopted O-25-2021 appropriating $11,225,040 for Morristown Airport capital improvements (5-1)
• Adopted O-26-2021 appropriating $407,255 for Morristown Airport capital improvements (5-1)
• Adopted O-27-2021 appropriating $575,000 for Morristown Airport capital improvements (5-1)
• Adopted O-28-2021 amending code on skateboards, parks conduct, and adding electric personal transportation vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved O-29-2021 for introduction, appropriating $250,000 from Sewer Capital Improvement Fund for sewer improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted R-143-2021 authorizing settlement of tax appeals (unanimous)
• Adopted R-151-2021 extending temporary suspension of sidewalk cafe provisions until October 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted R-152-2021 accepting the 2020 Annual Report of Audit (unanimous)

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

The Morristown Town Council introduced three ordinances (O-25, O-26, O-27) appropriating a combined $12,207,295 for capital improvements at the Morristown Municipal Airport, all passed 6-1 with Councilman Iannaccone dissenting. The council also adopted four ordinances unanimously, including noise regulations for landscaping and construction, a smoke-free parks ordinance, and a garbage bag sealing requirement. All resolutions were adopted unanimously, including contracts for a Lidgerwood Park gazebo, Lafayette Avenue pedestrian improvements, curb/sidewalk/drainage work, a Town Hall security system, a fire captain's vehicle, and a liquor license expansion for 1776 by David Burke.

• Introduced airport capital ordinances O-25 ($11,225,040), O-26 ($407,255), O-27 ($575,000) — all 6-1, Iannaccone nay
• Adopted O-21 landscaping/construction noise ordinance — unanimous
• Adopted O-22 noise ordinance amendment — unanimous
• Adopted O-23 smoke-free parks ordinance — unanimous
• Adopted O-24 garbage bag sealing requirement — unanimous
• Awarded contracts: Corby Associates gazebo, Zuccaro Lafayette Ave, Midwest Construction curb/sidewalk, Maffey's security, Chevrolet Tahoe — all unanimous
• Approved 1776 by David Burke liquor license expansion — unanimous
• Confirmed Rachel Blacker to Zoning Board and Tina Lindsey to Housing Authority — both unanimous

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

The Morristown Town Council adopted a long-term tax exemption (PILOT) for Morris Street 2015 Urban Renewal, LLC, despite public objection, and approved several other ordinances and resolutions. The council also introduced four new ordinances, including a smoke-free parks rule and a garbage can requirement, for future public hearings. All votes were unanimous except for two property cleanup resolutions that passed 6-1.

• Adopted long-term tax exemption for Morris Street 2015 Urban Renewal, LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance rescinding handicapped parking space at 61 Madison Street (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance reinstating handicapped parking space at 31 Western Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance designating Morris Street loading zone (unanimous)
• Introduced landscaping equipment and construction noise ordinance (unanimous)
• Introduced state model noise ordinance (unanimous)
• Introduced smoke-free parks ordinance (unanimous)
• Introduced garbage can requirement ordinance (unanimous)

Town Council Special Meeting

The Town Council introduced Ordinance O-18-2021, authorizing a long-term tax exemption (PILOT) for the Morris Street 2015 Urban Renewal, LLC project, with final passage scheduled for August 17, 2021. The council also introduced two other ordinances and adopted five resolutions, including contract amendments, a grant acceptance, and budget insertions. All votes were unanimous, with Councilman Elms absent.

• Introduced Ordinance O-18-2021 for PILOT financial agreement with Morris Street 2015 Urban Renewal, LLC (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance O-19-2021 to reinstate a handicapped parking space at 31 Western Avenue (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance O-20-2021 designating a loading zone on Morris Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-123-2021 amending contract with Waters & Bugbee for sidewalk grinding (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-124-2021 awarding elevator subcode official bid to Municipal Inspection Corporation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-125-2021 accepting Morris County Historic Preservation grant for Post Office acquisition (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-126-2021 inserting $159,374 historic grant revenue into 2021 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-127-2021 inserting $217,453.55 NJ DOT federal aid for MLK design into 2021 budget (unanimous)

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

The Morristown Town Council adopted the 2021 Special Improvement District Budget and approved several resolutions, including rejecting bids for Flexipave paving, awarding a sidewalk grinding contract, and accepting a $108,014 body-worn camera grant. The council also tabled the long-term tax exemption ordinance for Morris Street 2015 Urban Renewal, LLC, moving it to a special meeting on July 26, 2021. An ordinance to increase compensation for Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority members was adopted unanimously.

• Adopted the 2021 Special Improvement District Budget (unanimous).
• Approved for introduction Ordinance O-17-2021, rescinding a handicapped parking space on Madison Street (unanimous).
• Tabled Ordinance O-18-2021, the long-term tax exemption for Morris Street 2015 Urban Renewal, LLC, to July 26, 2021.
• Adopted Ordinance O-16-2021, increasing compensation for Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority members (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution R-115-2021, rejecting bids for Flexipave porous paving (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution R-116-2021, awarding a sidewalk grinding contract to Waters & Bugbee General Contractors (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution R-117-2021, authorizing an agreement for canopy and cornice encroachments on Schuyler Place (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution R-121-2021, inserting $108,014 in body-worn camera grant revenue into the 2021 budget (unanimous).

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

The Morristown Town Council unanimously adopted ordinances setting annual salaries for elected officials and non-union management positions, and rescinded a handicapped parking space on Mt. Airy Place. It also approved a resolution to introduce an ordinance increasing compensation for the Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority members, with final passage scheduled for July 13, 2021. The council renewed multiple liquor licenses, awarded contracts for streetscape lighting and financial advisory services, authorized a grant application for road improvements, and extended sidewalk cafe provisions through October 31, 2021.

• Adopted O-13-2021 salary ordinance for elected officials (unanimous)
• Adopted O-14-2021 salary ordinance for non-union positions (unanimous)
• Adopted O-12-2021 rescinding handicapped parking space on Mt. Airy Place (unanimous)
• Approved for introduction O-16-2021 increasing MUA member compensation (unanimous)
• Renewed multiple liquor licenses for 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Awarded streetscape lighting contract to J.C. Contracting, Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded financial advisory contract to Nassau Capital Advisors, LLC (unanimous)
• Extended sidewalk cafe provisions through October 31, 2021 (unanimous)

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

The Town Council unanimously adopted the 2021 municipal budget (Resolution R-88-2021) and Ordinance O-7-2021, which temporarily prohibits all cannabis businesses within town limits. The council also approved a $4.4 million bond ordinance for capital improvements, introduced four ordinances (including a noise ordinance amendment), and awarded a contract for Harrison Street playground improvements.

• Adopted the 2021 municipal budget (R-88-2021) unanimously.
• Adopted Ordinance O-7-2021, prohibiting all cannabis businesses, unanimously.
• Adopted bond ordinance O-11-2021, appropriating $4,398,930 for capital improvements, unanimously.
• Approved for introduction ordinances O-12 through O-15, including a noise ordinance amendment, unanimously.
• Awarded bid to Ralph Checchio, Inc. for Harrison Street playground improvements (R-87-2021) unanimously.
• Adopted resolutions rejecting bids for sidewalk grinding and Flexipave paving (R-86, R-93) unanimously.
• Adopted resolutions opposing state forest bills, authorizing estimated tax bills, and approving a Rotary grant agreement (R-90, R-91, R-92) unanimously.
• Adopted resolutions authorizing a rehabilitation study and redevelopment agreement with Morris County (R-94, R-95) unanimously.

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

The Town Council held a public hearing as part of the application process for a Morris County Open Space Trust Fund grant to acquire four parcels (26 and 22 Hill Street, 57 and 63 Elm Street) for passive recreation. No formal decisions were made; the hearing was informational, with one public comment suggesting consideration of a prior Healing Park plan. The meeting adjourned without substantive action.

• Opened and closed public hearing on grant application (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:12 PM (unanimous voice vote)

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

The Morristown Town Council adopted the FY2021 executive municipal budget of $51.2M, which includes a $.018 municipal tax increase but an overall decrease of $11.53 per $100K assessed value. The Council also approved for introduction a $4.4M bond ordinance for capital improvements, adopted ordinances limiting commercial vehicle parking to two hours on municipal streets, and authorized grant applications for the Lumberyard acquisition and George Gramby Memorial Park restroom improvements. All votes were unanimous with Council Member Silva excused.

• Adopted FY2021 $51.2M municipal budget with $.018 tax increase (unanimous)
• Approved for introduction O-11-2021, $4.4M capital improvements bond ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted O-9-2021 limiting commercial vehicle parking to 2 hours on municipal streets (unanimous)
• Adopted O-8-2021 establishing a cap bank (unanimous)
• Adopted O-10-2021 amending handicapped parking placard at 9 Cobb Place (unanimous)
• Authorized $1.77M Morris County Open Space grant application for Lumberyard acquisition (unanimous)
• Authorized $354,681.56 NJDCA grant application for George Gramby Memorial Park restrooms (unanimous)
• Authorized tolling agreement with Verizon Wireless (unanimous)

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

The Morristown Town Council, acting as the Local ABC Board, held a public hearing and approved the place-to-place transfer of an in-pocket plenary retail consumption license to 67 East Park Place for the restaurant 1776 by David Burke/Top Golf. The applicant described operations, including indoor seating, an outdoor patio, and digital golf swing suites. The resolution was adopted 6-0, with Councilwoman Foster abstaining.

• Approved Resolution R-72-2021 transferring liquor license no. 1424-33-013-005 to 67 East Park Place (6-0, Foster abstained)
• Public hearing held on the license transfer; no objections filed
• Rooftop area excluded from licensed premises; special event use would require separate permitting

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

The Morristown Town Council adopted the 2021 municipal budget of $43.7 million, along with resolutions authorizing a three-year average for COVID-19 affected revenues and the purchase of five police vehicles. The Council also denied Iron Bar, LLC's application for a place-to-place transfer of its liquor license, voting 4-1 with two abstentions. A proposed ordinance to temporarily prohibit cannabis businesses (O-7-2021) was tabled until June 10, 2021.

• Adopted 2021 municipal budget of $43.7 million (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for 3-year average of COVID-19 affected revenues (unanimous)
• Denied Iron Bar, LLC liquor license transfer application (4-1, 2 abstentions)
• Adopted resolution authorizing condemnation studies for Lumberyard property (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Adopted ordinance guaranteeing Parking Authority bonds (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance vacating portion of Spring Place for M-Station (unanimous)
• Tabled cannabis business prohibition ordinance O-7-2021 until June 10
• Approved purchase of five police vehicles (unanimous)

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

The Morristown Town Council introduced two ordinances: one to vacate a portion of Spring Place for the M-Station project and another to temporarily prohibit all cannabis businesses. Both will have public hearings on May 11. The council also adopted resolutions for surplus property auction, additional temporary appropriations, and an M-Station maintenance agreement, and confirmed two Rent Leveling Board appointments.

• Introduced ordinance to vacate Spring Place (unanimous)
• Introduced cannabis business ban (4-1, Elms opposed)
• Tabled parking authority bond guaranty ordinance
• Tabled liquor license transfer for 67 East Park Place
• Adopted surplus property auction resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted additional temporary appropriations (unanimous)
• Adopted M-Station maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Confirmed Ken McPherson and Leandra Gerena to Rent Leveling Board (unanimous)

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

The Morristown Town Council adopted Ordinance O-3-2021, updating the stormwater control regulations in the Land Development Ordinance, by a unanimous vote. The council also approved resolutions authorizing a septic system upgrade at 31 Headley Road, designating official tow companies for 2021, and adding three private trespass towing companies. A resolution for a maintenance agreement with M-Station West and East was withdrawn from the agenda.

• Adopted Ordinance O-3-2021 updating stormwater control regulations (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-68-2021 authorizing septic system installation at 31 Headley Road (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-70-2021 designating official tow companies for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-71-2021 adding Mesler's Auto Body, C&L Towing, and Basking Ridge Towing as private trespass towing companies (unanimous)
• Withdrew Resolution R-69-2021 for M-Station maintenance agreement

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

The Morristown ABC Board denied Iron Bar/Revolution's application to expand its liquor license premises to include a rooftop dining area at 5-7-9 South Street. The resolution failed with a 4-1 vote, with Councilmembers Iannaccone, Mayer, Silva, and Foster voting no, and Councilwoman Cotten voting yes. The denial followed a public hearing with testimony from sound experts and residents concerned about noise impacts.

• Denied place-to-place transfer (expansion of premises) for Iron Bar/Revolution liquor license (4-1)
• Admitted police records into evidence over applicant's objection
• Accepted Matthew Anderson as expert sound witness
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 11:24PM

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

The Local ABC Board held a public hearing on Iron Bar/Revolution's application to expand its liquor license premises to include rooftop dining and storage at 5-7-9 South Street. The applicant and witnesses testified, and the board heard cross-examination. No decision was made; the board unanimously tabled Resolution R-51-2021, which would approve the expansion, and continued the hearing to April 12, 2021 at 7PM.

• Tabled Resolution R-51-2021 (Iron Bar rooftop expansion) unanimously; next hearing 4/12/2021 7PM
• Adjourned the special meeting at approximately 9:58PM to reconvene remotely on April 12, 2021

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

The Town Council adopted a resolution declaring 2, 6 & 10 Washington Street a condemnation area in need of redevelopment, despite public opposition requesting it be tabled. The Council also adopted ordinances changing traffic patterns on Kinney, Thomson, and Anderson Streets and parking restrictions at Manahan Village. A five-year solid waste and recycling collection contract was awarded to Blue Diamond Disposal, Inc., and a bid for Washington Street Streetscape Improvements Phase IV was awarded to Jo-Med Contracting Corp. The meeting was held remotely, and Council Member Michael Elms was excused.

• Adopted R-65-2021, designating 2, 6 & 10 Washington Street a condemnation area in need of redevelopment.
• Adopted O-4-2021, making Kinney, Thomson, and Anderson one-way and allowing parking on both sides of Anderson Street.
• Adopted O-2-2021, memorializing parking restrictions in front of the dumpster area at Manahan Village.
• Awarded a five-year solid waste and recycling collection contract to Blue Diamond Disposal, Inc. (R-62-2021).
• Awarded the Washington Street Streetscape Improvements Phase IV bid to Jo-Med Contracting Corp. (R-63-2021).
• Adopted R-66-2021, authorizing an amendment to the Speedwell Park construction and maintenance agreement.
• Approved O-5-2021 for introduction, authorizing a guaranty of Parking Authority bonds; public hearing set for 4/27/2021.
• Adopted R-60-2021, authorizing a one-time sewer bill reduction for 16 Hamilton Road (5-1 vote, Cotten dissenting).

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

The Morristown Town Council introduced three ordinances (O-2, O-3, O-4) for future public hearings and adopted seven resolutions, all unanimously. The ordinances cover parking restrictions, stormwater regulations, and traffic changes. Resolutions included budget transfers, contract extensions, a grant application, and a sidewalk cafe fee waiver.

• Introduced Ordinance O-2-2021 (parking restriction at Manahan Village) unanimously
• Introduced Ordinance O-3-2021 (stormwater control regulations update) unanimously
• Introduced Ordinance O-4-2021 (one-way streets and parking changes) unanimously
• Adopted Resolution R-52-2021 (budget appropriations transfer) unanimously
• Adopted Resolution R-53-2021 (transfer to Storm Recovery Trust Fund) unanimously
• Adopted Resolution R-54-2021 (extension for Washington Street Streetscape Phase IV) unanimously
• Adopted Resolution R-55-2021 (change order for sewer repairs) unanimously
• Adopted Resolution R-56-2021 (extension for Lafayette Avenue Pedestrian Improvement) unanimously

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)

The Morristown Local ABC Board tabled a decision on Iron Bar/Revolution's application to expand its liquor license premises at 5-7-9 South Street. The hearing was postponed because documents were filed too late for adequate review. A new hearing is set for March 29, 2021, with documents due by March 19, 2021.

• Tabled Iron Bar/Revolution place-to-place transfer (expansion) application (unanimous)
• Set new hearing date for March 29, 2021 at 7PM
• Set document submission deadline of March 19, 2021 at 3PM

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

The Morristown Town Council approved four resolutions authorizing grant applications and agreements with the FAA and NJDOT for airport improvements, including runway 5-23 rehabilitation, taxiway Kilo relocation, Site 19 development, and NAVAIDS construction. All four passed 6-1, with Councilman Iannaccone voting against. The council also unanimously adopted resolutions for a 2020 budget appropriations transfer and a 2021 employee medical and prescription benefits program. No ordinances were introduced or adopted, and no new business was discussed.

• Approved R-45-2021, 2020 budget appropriations transfer (unanimous)
• Approved R-46-2021, 2021 employee medical and prescription benefits program (unanimous)
• Approved R-47-2021, FAA/NJDOT grant application for runway 5-23 rehabilitation and safety areas (6-1)
• Approved R-48-2021, NJDOT grant application for taxiway Kilo relocation (6-1)
• Approved R-49-2021, NJDOT grant application for Site 19 development (6-1)
• Approved R-50-2021, FAA/NJDOT grant application for NAVAIDS construction (6-1)
• Adopted minutes of February 9, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

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

The Town Council held a public hearing on a proposed amendment to remove 90 Lake Road (the Morristown recycling center) from the Recreation and Open Space Inventory (ROSI). No formal vote was taken; the hearing was to gather public comment, which will remain open through March 9, 2021. The amendment is intended to correct an error and restore the town's eligibility for state open space funding, with officials stating the property will continue as a recycling center and not be developed.

• Held public hearing on ROSI amendment for 90 Lake Road (no vote taken)
• Public comment period extended through March 9, 2021
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 7:05 PM (unanimous voice vote)

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

The Morristown Town Council approved a 30-year Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement with the Morristown Housing Authority to fund rehabilitation of public housing sites, including Manahan Village. The council also adopted several resolutions, including a contract for medical stop loss insurance, a police vehicle purchase, and a tax abatement for housing rehabilitation. A presentation on a proposed county courthouse project was made, but no formal action was taken.

• Approved R-44-2021, 30-year RAD PILOT agreement for MHA housing rehab (unanimous)
• Approved R-38-2021, medical stop loss insurance contract with Berkshire Hathaway (unanimous)
• Approved R-39-2021, setting 2021 tax and sewer delinquency fees (unanimous)
• Approved R-40-2021, joining Somerset County Cooperative Pricing System (unanimous)
• Approved R-41-2021, purchase of 2021 Jeep Compass police vehicle (6-1, Armington dissenting)
• Approved R-42-2021, 2020 budget appropriations transfer (unanimous)
• Approved R-43-2021, tax exemption, cancellation, and refund authorization (unanimous)
• Appointed Tina Lindsey as MHA Resident Commissioner (unanimous)

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

The Morristown Town Council unanimously adopted Ordinance O-1-2021 for a handicapped parking space and nine resolutions, including appointments of special police officers, contracts for IT and cooperative purchasing, a shared-services grant application, a condemnation of the January 6 Capitol siege, and a lease amendment. The council also confirmed four appointments to the Rent Leveling Board. No items were denied or tabled.

• Adopted Ordinance O-1-2021 for handicapped parking at 14A Mt. Airy Place (unanimous)
• Adopted R-29-2021 appointing special police officers for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted R-30-2021 authorizing state contract purchases (unanimous)
• Adopted R-31-2021 authorizing wastewater cooperative purchases (unanimous)
• Adopted R-32-2021 authorizing Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council contract (unanimous)
• Adopted R-33-2021 approving ATON Computing IT support contract (unanimous)
• Adopted R-35-2021 authorizing LEAP Challenge shared-services grant application (unanimous)
• Adopted R-36-2021 condemning January 6 Capitol siege (unanimous)

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

The Morristown Town Council held its 2021 reorganization meeting, electing Stefan Armington as Council President and Toshiba Foster as Vice President, both unanimously. The Council also unanimously adopted four resolutions, including the 2021 temporary budget, the annual meeting schedule, the official newspaper designation, and the appointment of Inglesino, Webster, Wyciskala & Taylor, LLC as Assistant Municipal Attorney. Council President Armington made several appointments to committees and boards for the year.

• Elected Stefan Armington as Council President for 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Toshiba Foster as Council Vice President for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2021 temporary budget resolution R-1-2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2021 meeting schedule resolution R-2-2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted official newspaper designation resolution R-3-2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted appointment of Inglesino, Webster, Wyciskala & Taylor, LLC as Assistant Municipal Attorney (unanimous)
• Appointed Councilman Elms to Morris County CDRS, Councilman Iannaccone to Morristown Partnership, Councilwoman Foster to Parking Authority, Councilman Silva to Housing Authority, Councilwoman Mayer to Shade Tree Commission, Councilwoman Cotten to Environmental Commission, and Council President Armington to Planning Board

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