North Caldwell, New Jersey

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will hold a special meeting on June 30, 2026. The sole substantive item for discussion is the Capital Budget. The Council will also consider a resolution to enter closed session for unspecified matters.

• Discussion of Capital Budget
• Resolution R-121-2026 authorizing closed session
• Public comment periods for agenda items and any subject

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance O-1-2026 to add Chapter 109 'Blasting' to the borough code. Three new ordinances are introduced: O-9-2026 on government speech, O-10-2026 on vehicles and traffic, and O-11-2026 amending employee compensation. The council also considers resolutions including renewal of a liquor license for The Wine Rack, hiring seasonal pool and camp employees, and authorizing payment for a Pierce Fire Engine. A discussion on Concert in the Park is scheduled.

• Public hearing on Ordinance O-1-2026 adding Chapter 109 'Blasting' to borough code
• Introduction of Ordinance O-9-2026 on government speech, O-10-2026 on vehicles and traffic, O-11-2026 on employee compensation
• Resolution R-119-2026 authorizing payment for purchase of a Pierce Fire Engine
• Resolution R-115-2026 renewing plenary retail distribution liquor license for BPO27, LLC dba The Wine Rack
• Resolutions R-117-2026 and R-118-2026 hiring additional part-time seasonal employees for pool and summer camp

Planning Board

The North Caldwell Planning Board will continue a public hearing for Toll NJ I, LLC's application for preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision on Lot 1, Block 1600 (100 Greenbrook Road). The applicant completed its direct presentation at the May 18 hearing; this meeting will allow objectors and interested parties to present testimony and evidence. The applicant has submitted a witness list of potential rebuttal witnesses including engineers, planners, and architects.

• Application by Toll NJ I, LLC for preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision
• Property at 100 Greenbrook Road (Block 1600, Lot 1)
• Continuation of hearing from May 18, 2026, with objector testimony permitted
• Applicant submitted witness list for potential rebuttal witnesses including engineers, planners, and architects
• Public can attend in person at Borough Hall or via teleconference

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The North Caldwell Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application by Vricella/Beresky/Builders Edge Holdings, LLC for property at 19 Squire Hill Road (Block 1905, Lot 11). The board will also consider approving minutes from its April 22, 2026 meeting. The meeting includes both in-person and virtual attendance options, with no new testimony taken after 10:00 PM.

• Public hearing on application for 19 Squire Hill Road (Block 1905, Lot 11) by Vricella/Beresky/Builders Edge Holdings, LLC

Mayor & Council

This conference meeting includes discussions on proposed amendments to construction, zoning, and engineering fee ordinances, a parking ordinance amendment, a salary ordinance amendment, and an invoice for a Pierce fire truck. Action items include a resolution authorizing payment of bills and resolutions renewing two liquor licenses. A proclamation will be presented to Sergeant Travis Ruffo.

• Discussion of amendments to construction, zoning, and engineering fee ordinances
• Parking ordinance amendment
• Salary ordinance amendment
• Pierce Fire Truck Invoice
• Renewal of liquor licenses for Green Brook Liquor License, LLC and North Dwell, LLC

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application by Vricella/Beresky/Builders Edge Holdings, LLC for property at 19 Squire Hill Road (Block 1905, Lot 11). The board will also consider approval of minutes from April 22, 2026. No new testimony will be heard after 10:00 P.M.

• Public hearing on application by Vricella/Beresky/Builders Edge Holdings, LLC for 19 Squire Hill Road (Block 1905, Lot 11)

Mayor & Council

The Council will hold public hearings on the 2026 municipal budget and an amendment, then vote on adoption. Second readings and public hearings are scheduled for a blasting ordinance and an historic preservation committee amendment. A new ordinance on government speech will be introduced. The consent agenda includes requesting a reduced speed limit on Mountain Avenue and hiring seasonal staff.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2026 municipal budget (Resolutions R-101 to R-103)
• Second reading of Ordinance O-1-2026 adding Chapter 109 'Blasting' to borough code
• Second reading of Ordinance O-8-2026 amending Historic Preservation Committee rules
• Introduction of Ordinance O-9-2026 on government speech
• Consent agenda: request to reduce speed limit on Mountain Avenue and seasonal hiring for summer camp and pool

The Council approved the 2026 municipal budget and a $30,500 sewer budget amendment. They also amended ordinances regarding the Historic Preservation Committee and blasting, and approved hiring seasonal staff for the pool and summer camp.

• Approved 2026 Municipal Budget (6-0)
• Approved $30,500 sewer budget amendment (6-0)
• Amended Historic Preservation Committee ordinance (6-0)
• Amended and set date for Blasting ordinance (6-0)
• Approved 3rd quarter tax bills (6-0)
• Approved hiring seasonal pool staff (6-0)
• Approved hiring summer camp staff (5-0)
• Resolution for Mountain Avenue speed limit reduction defeated (4-3)

Planning Board

The North Caldwell Planning Board will continue a public hearing for Toll NJ I, LLC's application for preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision at 100 Greenbrook Road (Lot 1, Block 1600). The board will hear remaining testimony from the applicant's Licensed Site Remediation Professional, followed by the project engineer and planner/landscape architect. Revised plans include grading adjustments, parking stall relocations, a redesigned refuse enclosure near the affordable housing building, and updated intersection improvements at West Greenbrook Road and Old Mill Road near West Essex High School.

• Continued hearing for Toll NJ I, LLC application for major site plan & minor subdivision
• Revised site plan exhibit with grading changes, parking stall additions/relocations
• Redesigned refuse enclosure and accessible path near age-restricted apartment building
• Updated West Greenbrook Road & Old Mill Road intersection exhibit with traffic improvements
• Variance relief request for street tree spacing under Ordinance Section 107-26.1M(7)

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one adding a new chapter on blasting regulations and another amending sewer billing. They will also introduce an ordinance adjusting compensation for officers and employees, swear in a new police officer, and discuss junior volunteer firefighter applications and a public speech ordinance. Consent agenda items include an interlocal agreement with West Orange for animal shelter services and contracts for pool food concessions.

• Public hearing on Ordinance O-1-2026 adding Chapter 109 'Blasting' to borough code
• Public hearing on Ordinance O-7-2026 amending Chapter 45 sewer billing
• Introduction of Ordinance O-9-2026 amending annual compensation of certain officers and employees
• Resolution R-96-2026 authorizing interlocal agreement with West Orange for animal shelter services
• Resolution R-97-2026 authorizing food and beverage concessions contract for the community pool

The Borough Council approved several items, most notably adopting Ordinance O‑7‑2026 to amend Chapter 45 and increase sewer fees by 10%. It also hired a new police probationary patrol officer and approved multiple resolutions covering payments, tax billing, budget review, an animal‑shelter agreement, and pool operations. One ordinance (O‑1‑2026) was tabled for further review.

• Approved Resolution R-91-2026 hiring Police Probationary Patrol Michael Primamore (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-7-2026 amending Chapter 45 to raise sewer fees 10% (5‑0)
• Tabled Ordinance O-1-2026 amending the Borough Code (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution R-92-2026 authorizing payment (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution R-94-2026 directing preparation of 3rd‑quarter 2026 tax bills (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing self‑examination of the 2026 municipal budget (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement with Orange for animal‑shelter services (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution appointing Kathleen McGinley as Community Pool manager for 2026 (5‑0)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will introduce the 2026 Municipal Budget (public hearing May 26) and consider an ordinance amending the Historic Preservation Committee. They will also vote on resolutions including school tax deferrals, a professional services contract for Amelia Street and Rickland Drive road resurfacing, and payment of bills. Committee reports from March 2026 are on the agenda.

• Introduction of 2026 Municipal Budget (Resolution R-77-2026), public hearing May 26
• Ordinance O-8-2026 amending Chapter 107 on Historic Preservation Committee
• Resolution R-88-2026 awarding professional services contract for Amelia Street and Rickland Drive road resurfacing
• Resolutions R-82-2026 and R-83-2026 authorizing deferral of local and regional district school tax
• Resolution R-89-2026 authorizing redemption and cancellation of tax lien (Block 1401, Lot 14)

The Council introduced the 2026 Municipal Budget, which raises taxes by 1.21% (approximately $40 per year on an average $800,000 home). They also introduced an ordinance to amend the Historic Preservation Committee code. The consent agenda approved six resolutions including school tax deferrals and a road resurfacing contract. All actions passed unanimously except one recusal on bill payments.

• Approved minutes from March 10 and March 24 meetings (unanimous, 6-0)
• Introduced 2026 Municipal Budget via Resolution R-77-2026 (unanimous, public hearing May 26)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-8-2026 amending Historic Preservation Committee code (unanimous, public hearing May 26)
• Approved payment of bills Resolution R-86-2026 (5-0-1 recusal)
• Approved consent agenda of 6 resolutions including school tax deferrals, reserve for uncollected taxes, firework gate monitor stipend, professional services contract for Amelia Street/Rickland Drive resurfacing, and tax lien cancellation (unanimous, 6-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a largely procedural meeting. Agenda items include memorializations for two residents — Whitford at 65 Evergreen Drive and Tichman at 33 Wind Ridge Drive — and approval of the minutes from the March 18, 2026 meeting. No new applications, public hearings, or substantive decisions are scheduled.

• Memorialization for Whitford at 65 Evergreen Drive (Block 1409, Lot 6)
• Memorialization for Tichman at 33 Wind Ridge Drive (Block 300, Lot 23)
• Approval of minutes from the March 18, 2026 meeting

The North Caldwell Zoning Board approved memorials for two properties and the March 2026 meeting minutes. All items passed with four affirmative votes and four abstentions.

• Approved memorial for Matthew and Brittany Whitford (65 Evergreen Drive) — 4-4
• Approved memorial for Ricky and Jennifer Tichman (33 Wind Ridge Drive) — 4-4
• Approved March 18, 2026 meeting minutes — 4-4
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 p.m. — unanimous

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the proposed operating and capital budgets. The meeting includes public comment periods and an executive session authorized by Resolution R-86-2026.

• Discussion of operating budget
• Discussion of capital budget
• Resolution R-86-2026 to hold closed session
• Public hearing on agenda items
• Public hearing on any subject matter

The Mayor and Council held a special budget meeting to review the proposed operating and capital budgets. The administration reported a $84,000 budget overage that requires further cuts to avoid exceeding the appropriation cap. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Budget introduction scheduled for April 28, 2026
• Council unanimously carried motions to open and close public comment
• Council unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting

Planning Board

The North Caldwell Planning Board will continue its public hearing on Toll NJ I LLC's application for preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision at 100 Greenbrook Road. The hearing will feature testimony from traffic engineer Karl Pehnke, site remediation expert David Loeffler, and possibly engineers Jay Kruse and John McDonough. Updated sight distance exhibits and a zoning table for affected properties have been submitted. The applicant also addresses the applicability of Residential Site Improvement Standards to off-site intersections.

• Continuation of traffic testimony from Karl Pehnke regarding updated traffic impact study and proposed off-site improvements
• Site remediation strategy overview from LSRP David Loeffler of EcolSciences
• Sight distance exhibits for W. Greenbrook Road and Central Avenue driveway intersections
• Zoning table for three existing properties impacted by roadway improvements, including driveway expansions and right-of-way dedication
• Discussion of RSIS applicability to pre-existing off-site infrastructure

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will introduce the 2026 municipal budget and set a public hearing for May 12. They will also hold a second reading and public hearing on a blasting ordinance (O-1-2026) and introduce an ordinance amending sewer fees (O-7-2026). Several appointments to the Environmental Commission are proposed, and the consent agenda includes awarding a mowing contract and authorizing school tax deferrals.

• Introduction of 2026 Municipal Budget (Resolution R-77-2026), public hearing May 12
• Second reading and public hearing on Blasting Ordinance O-1-2026 (adds Chapter 109)
• Introduction of Sewer Fee Ordinance O-7-2026 (amends Chapter 45), public hearing May 12
• Consent agenda: award mowing contract, hire part-time Fire Sub-Code Official, defer local and regional school taxes
• Mayoral appointments to Environmental Commission (5 members and 2 alternates)

The Council introduced two ordinances: one amending the borough code to add a chapter on blasting (with a public hearing set for May 12) and another amending sewer fees. The 2026 municipal budget introduction was deferred to April 28. Several resolutions were approved, including hiring a part-time fire sub-code official and awarding a mowing contract. The Council also agreed to transfer storage sheds between the Boy Scouts and recreation teams.

• Amended and introduced blasting ordinance 0-1-2026, set public hearing for May 12 (unanimous, 6-0)
• Introduced sewer fee ordinance 0-7-2026, set public hearing for May 12 (unanimous, 6-0)
• Deferred 2026 Municipal Budget introduction to April 28
• Approved payment of bills resolution R-78-2026 (6-0, Councilman Tilton abstained from Boswell Engineering bills)
• Approved consent agenda: R-79 (mowing contract), R-80 (tax lien redemption), R-81 (hiring part-time fire sub-code official) (unanimous, 6-0)
• Agreed to transfer storage shed from Boy Scouts to recreation teams
• Appointed members and alternates to Environmental Commission with terms through 2026-2028
• Approved executive session resolution R-84-2026 on water supply agreement (unanimous, 6-0)