Morristown public meetings in 2022

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider a tax appeal settlement with Lotz Family Properties, discuss contract negotiations for the Morristown Airport, and vote on a developer's agreement for 126 and 136 South Street. The agenda also includes adopting an ordinance on garbage container requirements and several resolutions, including one supporting federal legislation to combat auto thefts.

• Tax appeal settlement for Lotz Family Properties, LLC v. Town of Morristown
• Developer's agreement for 126 and 136 South Street
• Ordinance O-35-2022 clarifying garbage and recycling container requirements
• Resolution R-169-2022 supporting federal grant program to combat auto thefts
• Resolution R-182-2022 authorizing developer's agreement with South Street Morristown Holdings, LLC

The Council approved a developer's agreement for properties at 126 and 136 South Street and authorized a lease of Town Hall office space to the Morristown Housing Authority. An ordinance was adopted requiring garbage and recycling to be placed in durable containers. Several emergency and service contracts were also awarded.

• Approved developer's agreement for 126 and 136 South Street (Unanimous)
• Approved lease of Town Hall office space to Morristown Housing Authority (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O-35-2022 requiring durable containers for waste and recycling (Unanimous)
• Approved settlement of tax appeals for Lotz Family Properties, LLC (Unanimous)
• Awarded emergency contract to Campbell Supply Company for Platform 2 Truck repair (Unanimous)
• Awarded sewer main replacement contract to Jo-Med Contracting Corp. at Morristown Lumber (Unanimous)
• Awarded boiler and unit heater replacement contract to Bogush, Inc. at 65 Spring Street (Unanimous)
• Approved one-time extension of alcohol service hours for Dec 18, 2022 (Unanimous)

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider ordinances to amend solid waste container rules and vacate Spring Place, and resolutions to approve a best practices inventory and award a roof replacement contract at 65 Spring Street. A public hearing and consent agenda items including minutes approval and a facilities use request are also scheduled.

• Ordinance O-35-2022 amending Chapter 19 on solid waste management to require durable containers for garbage and recycling
• Ordinance O-34-2022 to vacate Spring Place (approx. 10,558 sq ft) in Morristown
• Resolution R-166-2022 awarding roof replacement contract at 65 Spring Street to Donald G. Smith Contracting, Inc.
• Resolution R-165-2022 approving Best Practices Inventory for 100% state aid
• Facilities use request: Ecuadorian Community Procession on November 26, 2022, 9:30 AM–12 PM

The Town Council adopted an ordinance to vacate Spring Place and approved a construction contract for roof replacement at 65 Spring Street. Council also introduced an ordinance regarding solid waste container requirements and approved the annual Best Practices Inventory to secure state aid.

• Adopted Ordinance O-34-2022 to vacate Spring Place (Unanimous)
• Approved construction contract to Donald G. Smith Contracting, Inc. for roof replacement at 65 Spring Street (Unanimous)
• Approved for introduction Ordinance O-35-2022 regarding garbage and recycling container requirements (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-165-2022 approving the Best Practices Inventory (Unanimous)
• Approved facilities use request for Ecuadorian Community Procession on November 26, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 31, 2017, February 7, 2017, and October 25, 2022 meetings (Unanimous)

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider an ordinance to vacate Spring Place (approx. 10,558 sq ft) and adopt resolutions awarding a change order to Jo-Med Contracting Corp. for the 2022 Curb, Sidewalk, and Drainage Improvement Project and a contract to Cerbo's Parsippany Greenhouse, Inc. for fall 2022 tree planting. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with minutes approval and a facilities use request for the MPAC Theatre of Light event.

• Ordinance O-34-2022 to vacate Spring Place (approx. 10,558 sq ft)
• Resolution R-163-2022: change order to Jo-Med Contracting Corp. for 2022 Curb, Sidewalk, and Drainage Improvement Project
• Resolution R-164-2022: contract to Cerbo's Parsippany Greenhouse, Inc. for fall 2022 tree planting
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from Dec. 20, 2016 and Oct. 11, 2022 meetings
• Facility use request for Vail Mansion Lawn for MPAC Theatre of Light event on Dec. 4, 2022

The Town Council unanimously adopted resolutions for a curb and drainage project change order and a fall tree planting contract. Council also introduced an ordinance to vacate Spring Place to make the land taxable. A request for the use of the Vail Mansion Lawn for a December event was approved.

• Approved use of Vail Mansion Lawn for MPAC Theatre of Light event on Dec 4 (Unanimous)
• Approved introduction of Ordinance O-34-2022 to vacate Spring Place (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-163-2022 awarding change order no. 1 to Jo-Med Contracting Corp for 2022 Curb, Sidewalk, and Drainage Improvement Project (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-164-2022 awarding contract to Cerbo’s Parsippany Greenhouse, Inc. for Fall 2022 tree planting (Unanimous)

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council is meeting to vote on several contracts and resolutions, primarily focused on runway rehabilitation at the Morristown Municipal Airport. The body will also consider a parking ordinance change and a resolution regarding brewery licenses.

• Contract award to Union Paving and Construction, Co., Inc. for $5,814,085 for Airport Runway 5-23 Phase D construction
• Payment of $60,450 to DM Airports, Ltd. for Airport Runway 5-23 Phase D administrative fees
• Engineering task orders for Airport Runway 5-23 totaling up to $1,350,000 (McFarland-Johnson, Inc. and Delta Airport Consultants, Inc.)
• Ordinance O-33-2022 to relocate a dedicated handicapped parking space at 35 Clyde Potts Drive
• Resolution R-156-2022 opposing special conditions on Limited Brewery Licenses

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider several ordinances regarding residential parking, law enforcement hiring, and traffic regulations. The meeting also includes resolutions for a FEMA fire equipment grant, electricity supply services, and the 2021 annual audit.

• Ordinance O-33-2022: Relocating a dedicated handicapped parking space at 35 Clyde Potts Drive
• Ordinance O-30-2022: Authorizing the hiring of entry-level law enforcement officers via alternate routes
• Ordinance O-31-2022: Amending daily rates for School Traffic Guards
• Ordinance O-32-2022: Amending residential permit parking on Harrison and Morton Streets
• Resolution R-151-2022: Amending the 2022 budget to include a $35,238.09 FEMA Fire Equipment Grant

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council is deciding on several high-value capital projects and ordinances, including the purchase of the Morristown Post Office and a one-year rent increase freeze for 2023. The body will also vote on compensation for firefighters and fire officers.

• Appropriation of $7,224,412 for capital improvements at Morristown Municipal Airport
• Ordinance to impose a one-year rent increase freeze for 2023 on rent-leveled units
• Authorization to purchase the Morristown Post Office at 1 Morris Street
• Appropriation of $400,000 from the Sewer Capital Improvement Fund for 2022 improvements
• Sale of 17 Orchard Street to Morris Habitat for Humanity for 2 affordable housing units

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council is reviewing several ordinances including a $7.2 million airport improvement project and the sale of 17 Orchard Street for affordable housing. The agenda also includes various contract awards, liquor license renewals, and a proposed one-year rent increase freeze for 2023.

• Ordinance to finance $7,224,412 in Morristown Municipal Airport capital improvements
• Ordinance to sell 17 Orchard Street to Morris Habitat for Humanity for 2 affordable housing units
• Ordinance to authorize the purchase of the Morristown Post Office at 1 Morris Street from the US Postal Service
• Ordinance to impose a one-year rent increase freeze on certain units for 2023
• Ordinance appropriating $400,000 for various sewer improvements

Town Council ABC Board Meeting

The ABC Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the renewal of a plenary distribution license for Chardonnay Wines. The board is also considering Resolution No. R-125-2022 to authorize the renewal of plenary retail distribution licenses for the 2022-2023 term.

• Renewal of Plenary Distribution License no. 1424 -44-028-007 (Chardonnay Wines)
• Resolution No. R-125-2022: Renewal of plenary retail distribution licenses for 2022-2023

Town Council Special Meeting

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to conduct public hearings regarding cannabis license appeals. The session focuses on four specific applicants.

• Cannabis License Appeal: ALTA AMFI
• Cannabis License Appeal: The Banc Street Collective
• Cannabis License Appeal: The Summit
• Cannabis License Appeal: Tangerine Tree Dispensary

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council is voting on several ordinances, including a $1.5 million bond for capital improvements and a $500,000 emergency appropriation for real property revaluation. The body is also discussing restrictions on gas-powered leaf blowers and updates to police hiring and compensation.

• Ordinance O-12-2022: Appropriating $1,500,000 and authorizing $1,425,000 in bonds for capital improvements
• Ordinance O-21-2022: $500,000 special emergency appropriation for real property revaluation
• Ordinance O-19-2022: $608,675.50 appropriation for Morristown Municipal Airport capital improvements
• Ordinance O-20-2022: Restrictions on the seasonal use of gas-powered leaf blowers
• Resolution R-97-2022: Addition of an anti-nepotism policy to the Personnel Handbook

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council is holding public hearings and voting on the adoption of the 2022 Municipal Budget and the Special Improvement District Budget. The body is also considering several grant applications for roadway and transit improvements and annual salary ordinances for officials.

• Proposed bond ordinance for capital improvements appropriating $1,500,000
• Adoption of the 2022 Municipal Budget and Special Improvement District Budget
• Grant applications for Lidgerwood Parkway, Paula Court, and Abbett Avenue roadway improvements
• Grant applications for Morristown Train Station Improvements (Phase II) and Washington Streetscape (Phase V)
• PILOT agreement for the rehabilitation of 33 Clyde Potts Drive

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will review several ordinances regarding traffic and parking regulations. The meeting includes votes on multiple contracts for road improvements, fire house reinforcement, and affordable housing services.

• Ordinance O-10-2022: Amending a dedicated handicapped parking space at 15 Hill Street
• Ordinance O-11-2022: Amending parking regulations for Early Street and Logan Place
• Ordinance O-9-2022: Establishing a Cap Bank to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits
• Resolution R-81-2022: Road improvements for Valley View Drive, Ford Ave, and Headley Road
• Resolution R-86-2022: Local retail cannabis business license for Uma Flowers NJ, LLC at 102 Ridgedale Avenue

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council is meeting to introduce the 2022 municipal budget and the Morristown Partnership Special Improvement District budget. The body will also consider an ordinance to regulate commercial filming and a measure to establish a budget cap bank.

• Resolution R-72-2022: Introducing and approving the 2022 municipal budget
• Ordinance O-8-2022: Adding a new section to regulate commercial filming and fees
• Ordinance O-9-2022: Establishing a cap bank to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits
• Resolution R-76-2022: Purchase of a new body for a Ford F450 Mason Dump for the DPW
• Resolution R-79-2022: Introducing the 2022 budget for the Morristown Partnership Special Improvement District

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider an ordinance to regulate commercial filming through a new permit process and fees. The Council will also vote on a resolution to reject all received bids for dam maintenance at various locations and authorize a re-bid.

• Ordinance O-8-2022: Creating a commercial film permit and related fees
• Resolution R-71-2022: Rejecting all bids for dam maintenance and authorizing a re-bid
• Liquor license extensions for Town Bar & Kitchen, Sushi Lounge, and Root's/Agricola to include sidewalk cafe use
• Discussion on enforcement of no bikes on the sidewalk in the Business District

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council is considering several resolutions including the sale of $10,000,000 in General Improvement Bonds. The agenda also includes authorizing a preliminary investigation into a potential condemnation area for redevelopment.

• Ordinance O-7-2022: Amends annual license terms for sidewalk cafes
• Resolution R-66-2022: Determines form and sale of $10,000,000 General Improvement Bonds
• Resolution R-67-2022: Combines existing debt into a single $10,000,000 bond issue to be paid over 10 years
• Resolution R-65-2022: Authorizes additional 2022 temporary budget appropriations
• Resolution R-70-2022: Authorizes Planning Board investigation of Block 5901 for redevelopment

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council is meeting to vote on grant funding for the Morristown Municipal Airport and a budget appropriation transfer for health and sick leave reserves. The body will also consider ordinances regarding sidewalk cafe license terms and the removal of a specific handicapped parking space on Liberty Street.

• Resolution R-61-2022: Grant funding from FAA and NJDOT for Morristown Municipal Airport runway 5-23 rehabilitation
• Ordinance O-7-2022: Modifying the annual license term for sidewalk cafes
• Ordinance O-6-2022: Deleting a designated handicapped parking space on Liberty Street
• Resolution R-62-2022: 2021 Budget appropriations transfer for Health Insurance and Accumulated Sick and Vacation reserves
• Liquor license extension for The Office to include a licensed sidewalk cafe

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider several ordinances regarding land development and parking, as well as a developer's agreement with 7-Eleven, Inc. The meeting also includes discussions on a grant application for the Morristown Post Office and a contract for an urban tree inventory.

• Resolution R-56-2022: Developer's agreement with 7-Eleven, Inc.
• Resolution R-57-2022: Grant application for Morristown Post Office Preservation Plan
• Resolution R-58-2022: Contract to PlanIT Geo, Inc. for urban tree inventory
• Ordinance O-6-2022: Rescinding a designated handicapped parking space on Liberty Street
• Ordinance O-4-2022 and O-5-2022: Amendments to the Land Development Ordinance

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will meet to consider several resolutions, including grant applications for the Morristown Municipal Airport and a contract for evaluating the historic post office. The agenda also includes appointments to the Morristown Housing Authority and discussions regarding gas-powered leaf blower noise exemptions.

• Contract with Historic Building Architects, LLC for evaluation of the historic Morristown Post Office
• Grant applications for Morristown Municipal Airport runway rehabilitation
• Designation of Mesler's Towing & Auto Body as a private trespass towing company for 2022
• Designation of official tow companies for the Police rotating call list for 2022
• Bid award to National Water Main Cleaning Company for sewer services

Town Council Redevelopment Entity Meeting

The Town Council Redevelopment Entity will meet to consider a resolution regarding a specific property designation. The primary action is the designation of a developer for a local lot.

• Resolution R-36-2022: Designating Centurion Development LLC as redeveloper of Block 4901, Lot 10

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider ordinances regarding police officer compensation and modifications to rooming house and downtown active use definitions. The body is also reviewing professional service contracts for labor counsel and post office evaluation.

• Ordinance O-2-2022: Establishing compensation for PBA Local 43 Police Officers
• Ordinance O-4-2022 and O-5-2022: Modifying 'rooming house' and 'active use' in Land Development Ordinance
• Ordinance O-3-2022: Amending residential permit parking on Columba, Grant, Cleveland, Clinton Streets and Bellevue Terrace
• Resolution R-48-2022: Professional services contract with Historic Building Architects, LLC for post office evaluation
• Resolutions R-45-2022 and R-46-2022: Awarding labor counsel contracts to Plosia Cohen, LLC and Hatfield Schwartz

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will discuss police officer compensation and a memorandum of agreement with PBA Local 43. The body is deciding on the reappropriation of $150,000 for the potential acquisition of the Town Post Office property and updates to residential permit parking. Public hearings are scheduled for Family Promise of Morris County grant applications.

• Bond Ordinance O-1-2022 to reappropriate $150,000 for potential Town Post Office property acquisition
• Ordinance O-2-2022 establishing compensation for PBA Local 43 police officers
• Ordinance O-3-2022 revising residential permit parking on Columba, Grant, Cleveland, Clinton streets and Bellevue Terrace
• Resolution R-39-2022 authorizing preliminary studies for condemnation of 2-10 Washington Street
• Public hearings for Family Promise of Morris County FY 2022 ESG and CDBG applications

Town Council Redevelopment Entity Meeting

The Town Council Redevelopment Entity will meet to discuss the designation of a redeveloper for a specific property. The primary item on the agenda is a resolution regarding Block 4901, Lot 10.

• Resolution R-36-2022: Designating Centurion Development LLC as redeveloper of Block 4901, Lot 10

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will hold public hearings on grant applications for street outreach and homeless services. The body is also voting on a wide range of professional service contracts and board appointments.

• Ordinance O-1-2022: Reappropriating $150,000 for potential acquisition of the Town Post Office property
• Public hearings for FY 2022 ESG and CDBG applications for Visions and Pathways and Homeless Solutions, Inc.
• Contract for Appraisal Systems Inc. to perform revaluation of all real property in Morristown
• Professional service contracts for legal counsel, municipal prosecutors, and consulting engineers
• Resolution R-31-2022: Tax exemption, cancellation, and refund of 2021 taxes for a disabled veteran

Town Council Reorganization Meeting

The Town Council will hold a reorganization meeting to swear in officials and elect a Council President and Vice President. The body will vote on the 2022 temporary budget and several administrative appointments.

• Resolution R-1-2022: Adopting the 2022 Temporary Budget
• Appointment of David Minchello of Rainone Coughlin Minchello, LLC as Municipal Attorney
• Reappointment of Jillian C. Barrick as Business Administrator
• Reappointment of Frank Mason as Chief Financial Officer
• Appointment of Steffanie Morales as Deputy Town Clerk