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New Providence public meetings in 2025

51 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Borough Council

Council will approve a police chief labor contract through 2027.

The New Providence Borough Council will consider and vote on a series of ordinances and resolutions, including a $200,000 bond reallocation for grass field renovations and the sale of a parcel known as Block 185 Lot 23.01. The agenda also contains approvals for construction payments on the community pool bridge, equipment purchases for the police department, and a salary resolution. A key item is the approval of a labor contract with the chief of police that extends through December 31, 2027.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board will vote on three residential addition permits, including a denial

The Board of Adjustment will consider three applications for additions in the R-2 zone. It will vote on the permits for Bryan James DeBarbieri at 17 Holmes Oval South and Matthew and Erin Yoeli at 87 Commonwealth Avenue, and will confirm the denial of Robert Schmidt’s application at 158 Pearl Street. The meeting also includes public hearings for other pending applications and a review of a hearing scheduled for January 12, 2026.

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✓ Decided: Board approved three addition applications and denied one

The Board of Adjustment approved the addition requests of Bryan James DeBarbieri (Application #2025-30), Matthew and Erin Yoeli (Application #2025-31), and Kevin and Jennifer Nixon (Application #2025-26). It denied the addition request of Robert Schmidt (Application #2025-24). No decision was recorded for the 966 Central Avenue LLC application (Application #2025-28).

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Planning Board

Board will hold public hearing on Toll Brothers 104‑unit townhome project

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Toll Brothers, Inc. Application #2024-04 to build a 104‑unit multifamily inclusionary townhome development at 121 Chanlon Road. The meeting also includes a request for extension of time for 309 South Street, LLC Application #2023-01 to develop 15 townhouses with variance relief. An upcoming hearing on January 13, 2026 for NP Mountain Developers, LLC Application #2025-02 for a 297‑unit age‑restricted residential project is noted. Routine agenda items such as public notice and miscellaneous business are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board approved a one‑year extension for 309 South Street development

The Planning Board voted to grant a one‑year extension of the approval period for 309 South Street, LLC, moving the deadline to February 6 2027. The motion passed with six members in favor and no opposition. The board also held a public hearing on the Toll Brothers affordable‑housing project, but no formal decision was recorded.

Mon Dec 8, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approved amended site plan for 64 South Street with conditions

The Board voted to hear the amended minor site‑plan application for 64 South Street without public notice. Later, the Board approved the amended site plan, adding ten specific conditions for signage, lighting, parking, ADA ramp, bicycle parking, garbage enclosure, unit labeling, shed cleanup, striping, and snow removal. The minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting were also approved.

Tue Dec 2, 2025

Borough Council

Council votes $3.75M payment of bills and multiple budget resolutions

The New Providence Borough Council will approve a $3,748,073.85 payment of outstanding bills and adopt several budget‑related resolutions, including a $200,000 bond reallocation for grass field renovations. Additional items include amending the Govpilot software contract, approving a community energy plan, and authorizing $40,000 for sidewalk maintenance. The meeting also confirms numerous personnel appointments in police and public works departments.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $419,674 NJDOT grant for Union Avenue improvements

The Borough Council approved several resolutions, including a $419,674 NJDOT Municipal Aid grant for Union Avenue improvements and a $3,748,073.85 payment of outstanding bills. It also appointed Michael Carlino as police sergeant, adopted a community energy plan with a $10,000 grant, and accepted a $40,703 hazardous‑site remediation grant. Additional actions included authorizing contract amendments, approving requisitions for lobby furniture and emergency heater repairs, and opposing a state bill on inclusionary housing.

Mon Dec 1, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board will vote on Marzynski addition request at 25 Madison Avenue

The Board of Adjustment will consider several applications for residential additions, each requiring review of yard setbacks against the minimums in Chapter 310. The first item is the Marzynski application for 25 Madison Avenue, where side‑yard setbacks are below the required 12 ft. Additional applications for properties on Holmes Oval South, Commonwealth Avenue, Pearl Street, and Ridgeview Avenue will also be discussed. The board will record decisions on these items during the meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board approves three residential addition variances

The Board of Adjustment approved variance requests for three homeowners to add additions to their R‑2 zone properties. The Marzynski, DeBarbieri, and Yoeli applications were each approved by the members present with no opposition. No decision was recorded for the Schmidt application during this meeting.

Mon Nov 17, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hear addition requests for Madison Avenue and Pearl Street

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two applications for home additions that require setback variances. The board will also review upcoming hearings for additions at Holmes Oval South and Commonwealth Avenue.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Marzynski addition request with conditions

The Board voted to approve the Marzynski application for a rear addition, adding a deed‑restriction and exterior‑finish condition (7‑0). The hearing on the Schmidt application was carried forward to December 1, 2025. The minutes from the November 3 meeting were approved as submitted.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

Borough Council

Council adopts multiple ordinances and approves $8.5M in contracts and projects

The Borough Council will consider seven ordinance amendments covering topics such as bamboo planting, vehicle traffic, municipal assessors, fees, electric scooters, and parks. It will also approve a series of resolutions authorizing construction, environmental, and utility contracts, including storm‑drain improvements, asbestos monitoring and abatement, and wastewater system upgrades. Additional actions include budget items, a large payment of $8,468,885.98 for outstanding bills, and appointments to police and electrical inspection positions.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a $173,500 asbestos abatement contract for Old Borough Hall

The Borough Council adopted six ordinances covering bamboo planting, e‑bike/e‑scooter traffic rules, code revisions, assessors, fees, and registration. It also approved major contracts, including a $173,500 asbestos abatement deal for Old Borough Hall and a $128,000 storm‑drain improvement on 4th Street. All actions were carried by roll‑call votes.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board reviews multiple addition permits with setback violations

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will consider four applications for residential additions that do not meet the required yard setbacks. Each proposal involves a property in the R-1 or R-2 zoning district with setbacks shorter than the 40‑foot minimum. The board will also carry forward scheduled public hearings from November 3 and November 17 to later dates. No public testimony will be heard at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Lichtstein addition and postpones Central Ave hearing

The Board approved the Lichtstein application to construct an addition at 63 Old Oak Drive, with five members voting in favor. The public hearing for the 966 Central Avenue LLC application was carried over to December 15, 2025 at the applicant's request. The minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting were approved as submitted.

Wed Oct 29, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health reviews trash pickup hours and 2026 budget draft

The Board of Health is reviewing an ordinance to regulate residential trash pickup times. The body is also considering a code adoption ordinance and a draft of the 2026 Health Service Budget.

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✓ Decided: Board approves prior minutes and adopts trash‑pickup resolution

The Board of Health approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted Resolution 2025‑11 that regulates trash pickup. The board also set a rabies clinic for January 10, 2026 with Dr. Darby providing shots. No other substantive actions were taken.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to hold public hearing on sanitary standards ordinance

The Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending sanitary standards. The body is also considering several new ordinances regarding bamboo containment, electric scooter registration, and municipal fees.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts new sanitary standards ordinance

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2025-11, amending Chapter 333 “Sanitary Standards,” after a public hearing with no speakers. Councilman Cumiskey moved adoption, seconded by Councilwoman Bilicska, and all six voting members recorded an “aye.” The council also unanimously approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting.

Mon Oct 27, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board will consider Lichstein addition at 63 Old Oak Drive, proposing setbacks under required minimums

The Board of Adjustment will review several applications for residential additions that do not meet the required yard setbacks. Applications include properties on Old Oak Drive, Central Avenue, Madison Avenue, and Pearl Street. A public hearing scheduled for November 3 has been carried over to December 15. The board will also review hearings set for November 17.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Lichtstein addition with conditions, 8-0 vote

The Board approved the Galak patio request at 31 West Third Street with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. It also approved the Lichtstein addition at 63 Old Oak Drive, adding conditions on deck lighting and a retaining wall, by an 8‑0 vote. The minutes from the October 6 meeting were approved and the gas‑station application at 1778 Springfield Avenue was deemed incomplete.

Tue Oct 21, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board holds public hearing on 297‑unit age‑restricted housing at 70 Ryder Way

The Board will hold a public hearing on NP Mountain Developers’ application to build a 297‑unit age‑restricted residential project at 70 Ryder Way. The proposal includes two multifamily buildings, eight townhome buildings, a pool, pickleball courts, and related site improvements. An upcoming hearing on Dec. 9 will consider Toll Brothers’ 104‑unit inclusionary townhome project at 121 Chanlon Road. The meeting also includes routine items such as minutes and miscellaneous business.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board held public hearing on 70 Ryder Way site, no decision recorded

The Planning Board conducted a public hearing on application #2025-02 for a 297‑unit age‑restricted development at 70 Ryder Way. The applicant presented site plans, variances, and design waivers, and board members asked questions about stormwater management, EV‑ready parking, and sidewalk access. No vote or formal decision was recorded in the minutes.

Tue Oct 14, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to vote on $2.39 million in bill payments

The Borough Council will consider several resolutions including emergency storm drain repairs and fire department equipment. The body is also introducing an ordinance regarding sanitary standards and discussing regulations for bamboo and chickens.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $2.4M in bills and authorized storm drain repairs

The Borough Council approved a $2,395,753.55 payment of outstanding bills and authorized a $38,500 emergency storm drain repair at Pittsford Way and Springfield Ave. It also approved a Kroll LLC appraisal contract, hired an Electrical Subcode Inspector, accepted a staff resignation, joined the Resilient NJ program, appointed an emergency‑management coordinator in training, and approved $29,939 for fire‑department turnout gear.

Tue Oct 7, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to hear proposal for 104-unit townhome development

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan and bulk variance application for a multi-family development. The board will also note an upcoming hearing for a separate age-restricted residential project.

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✓ Decided: Board postpones parking‑variance jurisdiction decision, sets briefing deadlines

The Planning Board did not vote on whether it has jurisdiction to hear the amended parking‑space application and moved that decision to a future hearing. The board scheduled briefing deadlines: the applicant will submit a brief by October 24, 2025, and the objectors will submit theirs by November 7, 2025. It noted that the November 4 meeting is cancelled and that the next regular hearing is on October 21, 2025.

Mon Oct 6, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board reviews multiple variance requests for setbacks and lot coverage

The Board of Adjustment will consider several applications seeking variances from zoning requirements, including setbacks and lot coverage limits. It will also review outcomes of public hearings held on October 6, 2025, and discuss a pending hearing scheduled for October 27, 2025. Decisions will be made by the listed voting members.

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✓ Decided: Board approves three variance applications, including a patio and two building additions

The Board of Adjustment approved Aimee Troy's request to construct a portico, Brian Galbally's request to add onto a residence, and Martin and Kaitlyn Galak's patio variance. All three motions passed with all voting members in favor and no opposition recorded. No decision was made on Robert Schmidt's garage variance application, which remains pending.

Tue Sep 30, 2025

Borough Council

Council to reallocate $202,206.37 for storm sewer restoration via Ordinance 2025-09

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on three ordinances, including a bond ordinance that reappropriates $202,206.37 for storm sewer line restoration. The meeting also includes discussion of Community Development Block Grant applications and several resolutions covering contracts, payments, and a school crossing guard appointment. Decisions will be made on contracts for municipal building repairs, firehouse façade work, and other infrastructure items.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $475,319.26 bill payments and $202,206.37 storm‑sewer fund reallocation

The council tabled Ordinances 2025-08 and 2025-10 and adopted Ordinance 2025-09, reappropriating $202,206.37 for storm‑sewer line restoration. It approved a $475,319.26 payment of outstanding bills and authorized several contracts, including a $7,336 gym wall repair and an $18,700 firehouse chimney repair. The council also appointed a school crossing guard, approved an $11,610.96 EMS radio purchase, and prioritized two Community Development Block Grant projects.

Tue Sep 16, 2025

Planning Board

Public hearing on Toll Brothers 104‑unit townhome project on Chanlon Road

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Application #2024-04 submitted by Toll Brothers, Inc. The proposal seeks a site plan and bulk variance to build a 104‑unit, multi‑family inclusionary townhome development with parking and amenities on Chanlon Road (Block 221, Lot 6) within the TBI‑2 Zone and AHO Affordable Housing Overlay. The board will consider the request and any public comments.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board held hearing but made no decisions on the Toll Brothers application

The board heard the application for a 104‑unit townhome and multifamily development at 121 Chanlon Road. Members discussed the removal of 54 parking spaces from Lot 5 and parking requirements under RSIS, but no vote or final action was recorded. The board asked for additional testimony and information before any decision can be made.

Mon Sep 15, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board reviews Badalov application to add structure and driveway at 18 Holmes Avenue

The Board of Adjustment will consider several permit applications. It will vote on the Badalov application for an addition and driveway at 18 Holmes Avenue, which proposes setbacks and a curb cut that do not meet the required minimums. The board will also hear applications for a portico at 19 Northview Road, an addition at 158 Pearl Street, and a patio at 31 West Third Street. Additional agenda items include communication items, miscellaneous business, and approval of minutes from September 8, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Badalov addition and Troy portico variances; Schmidt garage hearing carried

The Board approved the Badalov application (#2025-22) to construct an addition and driveway despite the proposed setbacks not meeting minimum requirements. The Board also approved the Troy application (#2025-23) for a portico variance after a public hearing, with a resolution to be memorialized at the next meeting. The Schmidt garage addition application (#2025-24) was not decided; the hearing was carried over to October 6, 2025 for further review.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to vote on $6.2 million in bill payments and storm sewer funding

The Borough Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including the reappropriation of $202,206.37 for storm sewer line restoration. The body is also reviewing a nationwide opioid settlement agreement and various public works contracts.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $6.28 M payment of outstanding bills

The Borough Council approved a payment of $6,277,256.78 to cover outstanding county, school, and other bills. It also authorized the purchase of a new copy machine, a roof‑repair change order, and the reallocation of storm‑sewer funds. Additional actions included adding opioid‑settlement revenue to the budget and participating in a nationwide opioid settlement.

Mon Sep 8, 2025

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approved five variance applications for driveways, decks, and additions

The Board of Adjustment approved four residential variance requests submitted by Ian Singer, Ursula Burke, Jason Maryatt Lindgren, and Amy and John Conroy. It also approved Brian and Julie Galbally's application for a second‑story addition after a public hearing. No decision was recorded for the Badalov application.

Wed Sep 3, 2025

Board of Health

✓ Decided: Board of Health approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes

The Board approved the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting after a motion by Chris Stieh and a second by Alex Kogan. Several routine reports—including animal‑control communications, health‑inspector, public‑health‑nurse, and financial reports for July and August—were recorded as requiring no further action. No other substantive actions or votes were taken at this meeting.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board heard Toll Brothers site plan; no actions approved

The Planning Board conducted a public hearing on Toll Brothers' application for a 104‑unit inclusionary townhome and multifamily development on Chanlon Road. Board members discussed parking compliance, easement access, fire‑truck circulation, sidewalks, and affordable‑unit integration. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Mon Aug 18, 2025

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approved four property variance and construction applications

The Board of Adjustment approved William Wright's garage and driveway variance, the Singer family's driveway widening request, the Burke‑McGovern driveway widening request, and the Lindgren‑Sakai deck construction request with a lattice screening condition. All motions passed with no recorded opposition. Resolutions for each approval will be memorialized at the next meeting.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council approved emergency storm repairs on Deerfield Road after July 14 storm

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2025-07 amending Chapter 147 (fees and licenses) with a unanimous vote. It also approved a series of resolutions, most notably emergency repairs and remediation of Deerfield Road and surrounding areas after the July 14 storm. Additional approvals included a software contract, an elevator replacement payment, a grant application for kids recreation, an affordable‑housing administrative agreement, a document‑scanning requisition, and a salary resolution for youth and adult programs.

Tue Aug 5, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: No decisions were made on the Toll Brothers development application

The Planning Board held a public hearing on the Toll Brothers application for a 104‑unit townhome development at 121 Chanlon Road. The Board discussed revisions to the site plan, parking, and affordable‑unit integration, and raised concerns about the parking easement on Lot 5. Ms. Gruel said she will look into the easement and the related density issues. No formal vote or decision was recorded.

Mon Aug 4, 2025

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approves William Wright’s garage variance with conditions

The Board voted 4‑2 to approve William Wright’s application for a detached garage that exceeds height and driveway setback limits, adding two conditions: the loft may not be used as living space and the existing shed must be removed within 90 days of garage completion. The minutes of the July 21, 2025 meeting were also approved as submitted. No decisions were made on the other applications scheduled for review on August 18, 2025.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board carries Toll Brothers hearing to Aug 5, 2025

The Board voted to carry the Toll Brothers site‑plan and variance hearing to August 5, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. The minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting were approved. The meeting was then adjourned.

Mon Jul 21, 2025

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board carries two development hearings and approves prior minutes

The Board of Adjustment carried the hearing on William Wright’s detached‑garage application (#2026‑15) to August 4 2025. It also carried the hearing on Ian and Aimee Singer’s driveway‑widening application (#2025‑16) to August 18 2025. The minutes from the July 7, 2025 meeting were approved as submitted.

Tue Jul 15, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council approved $750,000 grant for Oakwood Park playground redevelopment

The Borough Council adopted several resolutions, including authorizing a $750,000 Green Acres grant for the Oakwood Park Playground project, approving the purchase of an art sculpture, and approving contracts for roof repairs and police department design services. Additional approvals covered a cooperative agreement with Union County, a grant application for Union Ave improvements, and design services for the NJDOT Maple Street project. All actions were recorded as adopted by the council.

Wed Jul 9, 2025

Board of Health

✓ Decided: Board of Health approved July 9 meeting minutes

The Board approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Dr. Robinson and a second by Claudia. Reports indicated no further action needed on animal control, health inspections, public health nursing, and financial matters. The board discussed dog‑day‑care zoning questions and potential restaurant penalties, but no decisions were made on those topics.

Tue Jul 8, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council approved a $521,359.63 road‑paving contract with Tilcon New York Inc.

The council adopted Resolution 2025‑189, approving requisition R2501420 for Tilcon New York Inc. to perform 2025 road paving work up to $521,359.63 for Morris County Co‑Op #6. The resolution passed with ayes from Councilwoman Bilicska, Councilman Cumiskey, Councilperson Dolan, Councilwoman Geoffroy and Council President McKnight. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that carried.

Mon Jul 7, 2025

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approves two residential construction applications and June minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved the Edelstein application to add an addition and deck, and the Goff application to add an addition and detached garage. Both approvals were voted in favor by Mr. Grob, Mr. Ping, Mr. Sorochen, Ms. Zeran, and Chairman Nadelberg. The minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting were also approved as submitted. No public hearings were scheduled for July 7, 2025.

Tue Jul 1, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board held public hearing on 104‑unit development at 121 Chanlon Road

The New Providence Planning Board conducted a public hearing on Application #2024‑04 for a 104‑unit inclusionary townhome and multifamily project at 121 Chanlon Road. Presentations were made by the applicant, objectors, and an engineering consultant, and the board discussed parking, traffic, design, and affordable‑housing requirements. No vote, approval, denial, or other formal action was recorded in the minutes.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approves Yoga Six sign waiver and adopts June 3 minutes

The board approved an amended site‑plan waiver and variance for Rai Leh Inc. (doing business as Yoga Six) to install an illuminated raceway channel‑letter sign on the façade at 1260‑66 Springfield Avenue. The board also approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

Tue Jun 17, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council adopted $15.9M bond ordinance for capital improvements

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2025-06, authorizing $15,873,500 in capital improvements and $15,065,500 in bonds, with all members voting aye. The council also approved several resolutions, including the appointment of Katharyn Banks to the Library Board, an $183,718 elevator contract, and multiple budget and licensing actions.

Mon Jun 16, 2025

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approves three variance applications, including conditions on deck lighting

The Board approved John and Betty Wang's application #2025-10 for an addition at 170 Runnymede Parkway. It also approved Andrew I. Tullo and Lisa Ann Serillo's application #2025-11 for a garage addition. The Board approved Steven and Stacey Edelstein's application #2025-12 for a garage addition and deck, adding the condition that deck lighting be downward directed and no floodlights. No decision was recorded for the Goff application #2025-13.

Wed Jun 11, 2025

Board of Health

✓ Decided: Board discussed restaurant inspections and training, no formal actions taken

The Board of Health reviewed recent inspections at Jose's Mexican Cantina and Szechuan Delight, noting both have passed. Members discussed the need for additional cleaning training and the cost of ServSafe courses. Jimmy Vardas offered to coordinate a free training class at the DeCorso Senior Center, but no formal resolution or vote was recorded.

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approves Yoga Six sign with size and design conditions

The board voted to approve the amended site‑plan waiver and variances for Yoga Six’s storefront sign. Approval is conditional on the sign being 25 SF or less, mounted on a white backer board, projecting less than 10 in from the façade, and retaining the gooseneck lights. The motion passed with seven votes in favor and no recorded opposition.

Mon Jun 2, 2025

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approved two variance applications with conditions

The Board of Adjustment approved Joseph Anthony Mellusi’s addition variance (Application #2025-09) subject to a grading/drainage review and downward‑directed deck lights. It also approved Andrew I. Tullo and Lisa Ann Serillo’s garage‑addition variance (Application #2025-11) with the condition that the second floor not be used for residential purposes. Both motions passed with six votes in favor and no recorded opposition.

Tue May 27, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Borough approved $5.8M bill payments and $82k bridge progress payment

The council unanimously approved the May 13 minutes. It also approved a series of resolutions covering legal research services, Wi‑Fi upgrades, a bridge progress payment, engineering services, large bill payments, grant additions, and a settlement. Each resolution was presented as approved in the meeting record.

Mon May 19, 2025

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approved two variance applications and adopted prior meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved a front‑porch variance for 67 Oxbow Drive (vote 4‑0) and an addition variance for 30 Wilbur Street (vote 5‑0). Both motions passed with no opposition. The minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting were also approved as submitted.

Tue May 13, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council authorized payment of $7.53 M in outstanding bills

The Borough Council approved a series of resolutions, including a $7,529,212.65 payment of outstanding bills, adoption of a Complete Streets policy, and contracts for water purification, fireworks, engineering services, and public‑safety equipment. It also authorized hiring a part‑time Emergency Management Coordinator and approved several personnel advancements and a $5,000 river de‑snagging contract. All items were adopted as recorded in the minutes.

Wed May 7, 2025

Board of Health

✓ Decided: Board of Health approved March 5, 2025 minutes

The Board of Health met on May 7, 2025, called to order by Pat Silvagni. The board approved the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes after Dr. Nelson moved and Claudia seconded the motion. No further action was required on the March and April animal‑control and health‑inspector reports. The board noted that Celestino’s has applied for a BOH food‑establishment permit, with an anticipated opening in late May or June.

Tue May 6, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approved minutes and adjourned the meeting

The board approved the February 18, 2025 minutes after a motion by Mr. Hoefling and a second by Mr. Keane. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion by Mayor Morgan and a second by Mr. Sartorius. No other substantive actions were decided at this session.

Mon May 5, 2025

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approves two property variance applications and adopts prior minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved the addition request for 50 Salem Road and the front‑porch variance for 67 Oxbow Drive, with all members present voting in favor of each. The Board also approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting as submitted. No other substantive actions were taken.

Tue Apr 29, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council adopted 2025 municipal budget and related financial resolutions

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2025-05 to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank. It also adopted the 2025 Municipal Operating Budget (Resolution 2025-116) and the 2025 Authority Budget for the Special Improvement District (Resolution 2025-117). Additional resolutions approved a bench dedication policy, a $6,282.88 change order for the community‑pool bridge, special revenue insertions for road paving, recycling and opioid remediation, and authorized payment of $423,393.47 in outstanding bills. All actions were approved by unanimous ayes of the council members present.

Mon Apr 21, 2025

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approved Fitzsimmons addition with conditions

The Board of Adjustment approved Shayna Fitzsimmons' application #2025-07 for an addition at 50 Salem Road, adding several conditions such as a deed restriction, no full kitchen, and fire‑access gate. Earlier, the Board also approved the Douglas and Monica Richardson application #2025-05 and the Amir Ahmad application #2025-06. The minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting were approved as submitted.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Borough Council approved $4.06 M bill payments and multiple contracts

The council approved the March 25 meeting minutes and adopted several resolutions, including support for the federal tax exemption on municipal bonds and emergency temporary appropriations for fuel costs. It also authorized major payments and contracts for tennis court repairs, roof work, pickleball court completion, waste disposal services, and a $4,056,161.57 bill payment list. All actions were recorded as approved by the council.

Mon Apr 7, 2025

Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approved two residential addition applications with variances

The Board of Adjustment approved the Galak application for an addition at 31 West Third Street, granting the requested variances. The Board also approved the Ahmad application for an addition at 31 Osborne Avenue, approving it with conditions to shorten the Osborne Avenue driveway and add a portico on Vista Lane. Both motions passed with all members voting in favor and no opposition.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Borough Council

✓ Decided: Council approved police weapon sales, appointed new sergeant, and ratified recent minutes

The Borough Council voted to authorize the sale of service weapons to retiring Sergeants Jason Labaska and Steven Opalewski. The Council also approved the appointment of David Rodriguez as Police Sergeant. Minutes from the March 11 and March 18 meetings were unanimously approved. Other resolutions were presented but no vote outcomes were recorded.