Nutley public meetings in 2023

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met on December 21, 2023, and approved the minutes from the October 19, 2023 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates, including a recap of the Van Riper House stakeholders' meeting and discussions about potential preservation targets.

• Approved minutes from October 19, 2023 meeting

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is holding a routine meeting on December 20, 2023, with no new applications or hearings scheduled for that date. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items, including the approval of previous minutes and communications. The board notes that the annual reorganization of officers and the continuation of the Redevelopment Plan hearing for the Former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club are scheduled for the next meeting on January 3, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from previous meetings
• Annual Reorganization of Board (Officers, Counsel, and Recording Secretary) scheduled for January 3, 2024
• Continuation of Redevelopment Plan hearing for Former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club scheduled for January 3, 2024

The Nutley Planning Board accepted the December 6 meeting minutes and discussed the former Diamond Spring Redevelopment Plan. Board members were dissatisfied with the applicant's updated documents, noting requested changes were not made and drawings appeared unchanged. A majority indicated the January 3, 2024 hearing continuation should not proceed until missing documentation is provided. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted December 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Majority of Board members said Diamond Spring hearing should not proceed on January 3, 2024 due to incomplete documents

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is introducing ordinances to create a municipal water and sewer utility and establish a sewer utility fund, with public hearings scheduled for January 16, 2024. The board is also taking a second reading on an ordinance appropriating $1,028,755 from NJDEP Green Acres grant monies for improvements to Monsignor Owens Park. Additionally, the agenda includes 31 resolutions covering budget transfers, contract awards, and tax adjustments.

• Introduction of Ordinance No. 3536 to create Chapter 112, Municipal Water and Sewer Utility, and Ordinance No. 3537 to establish a Sewer Utility Fund.
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 3535 appropriating $1,028,755 from NJDEP Green Acres grant monies for Monsignor Owens Park improvements.
• Award of a professional services contract to Pennoni Associates, Inc. for general engineering services not to exceed $165,000.
• Emergency purchase order for public safety vehicles from Koch 33 Ford totaling $156,579.
• Budget transfers including $220,000 to the Police Department and $200,000 to the Fire Department.

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved an emergency purchase of four vehicles for the Department of Public Safety from Koch 33 Ford for $156,579, citing the need to replace vehicles destroyed during the Ida storm. The board also passed several ordinances to second reading, including creating a municipal water and sewer utility chapter and establishing a sewer utility fund. Multiple contracts were awarded, including for tree removal, electrical services, and professional services. A veterans-related ordinance was tabled by Commissioner Kelly for further review.

• Approved emergency purchase of 4 police/fire vehicles from Koch 33 Ford for $156,579 (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3536 (creating Chapter 112, Municipal Water and Sewer Utility) to second reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3537 (establishing sewer utility fund) to second reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3540 (removing all bus stop locations) to second reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3541 (amending floodplain management regulations) to second reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3538 (reducing business registration fees from $100/$50 to $25/$20) to second reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3539 (repealing pay-to-play ordinance to comply with state law) to second reading (5-0)
• Tabled veterans-related ordinance (no vote taken)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on December 18, 2023. The agenda includes standard procedural items and two specific zoning applications. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Application at 39 Hawthorne Avenue to widen a driveway
• Application at 144 Whitford Avenue for a pool and pool barrier on a corner property

Rent Leveling Board Meetings

The Nutley Rent Leveling Board is meeting to continue a hearing on a rent increase for 100 Warren Street, review hardship increase approval conditions for 14 Passaic Ave., and discuss other landlord/tenant issues. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and discuss electronic collection of rent rosters.

• Continuation of hearing on rent increase for 100 Warren Street
• Review of hardship increase approval conditions for 14 Passaic Ave.
• Approval of November 8, 2023 minutes
• Discussion of electronic collection of rent rosters

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the Redevelopment Plan for the former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club. The agenda contains no new business, future hearings, or committee reports. The meeting is otherwise procedural, including the approval of previous minutes and communications.

• Hearing on Redevelopment Plan for Former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club

The Planning Board held a public hearing on the proposed redevelopment of the former Diamond Spring site at 35 Evergreen Avenue, featuring expert testimony from the applicant's engineer and architect. No final decision was made; the hearing was continued to January 3, 2024, with the board requesting updated site plans and renderings. The board also approved the November 15, 2023 meeting minutes and an invoice for minute preparation.

• Approved November 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minute preparation
• Continued hearing on 35 Evergreen Avenue redevelopment to January 3, 2024
• Requested new site plan and renderings before next hearing

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will introduce two ordinances creating a Municipal Water and Sewer Utility chapter and establishing a Sewer Utility Fund, with public hearings scheduled for January 2, 2024. The board will also vote on 17 resolutions, including budget transfers, contract awards for legal and forestry services, and a CDBG grant application for ADA curb cuts on Prospect Street.

• Ordinance No. 3536: Create Chapter 112, Municipal Water and Sewer Utility (Public Hearing Jan 2, 2024)
• Ordinance No. 3537: Establish a Sewer Utility Fund (Public Hearing Jan 2, 2024)
• Resolution No. 303-23: CDBG funds for ADA Curb Cuts on Prospect Street ($201,080.00)
• Resolution No. 305-23: Non-Fair and Open contract to Ramon E. Rivera Esq. for Labor Counsel (not to exceed $75,000.00)
• Resolution No. 309-23: Transfer of Appropriations in the 2024 Budget ($1,500,000.00)

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved a bill list totaling $5,962,768.33, including payroll and departmental expenses. They also authorized several contracts, including a $75,000 labor counsel contract with Antonelli, Kantor and Rivera, a $22,000 township forester contract with Shade Tree Department LLC, and a $1,596 vision care plan with Premier Option Benefits. Multiple budget transfers were approved, and a $385,000 American Recovery Plan revenue item was inserted into the 2023 budget. The board also tabled ordinance introductions 3536 and 3537 to the next meeting.

• Approved bill list totaling $5,962,768.33 (unanimous)
• Approved $45,000 change order for legal services with Antonelli, Kantor and Rivera (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 labor counsel contract with Antonelli, Kantor and Rivera (unanimous)
• Approved $22,000 township forester contract with Shade Tree Department LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $1,596 vision care plan contract with Premier Option Benefits (unanimous)
• Approved $385,000 budget insertion from American Recovery Plan funds (unanimous)
• Approved multiple budget transfers totaling $129,700 (unanimous)
• Tabled ordinance introductions 3536 and 3537 to December 19 meeting

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will introduce three ordinances, including one to fund $1,028,755 in improvements to Monsignor Owens Park using a Green Acres grant, and will vote on 13 resolutions covering contracts, tax refunds, and appointments. The meeting also includes a public comment period on agenda items.

• Ordinance 3535: $1,028,755 for Monsignor Owens Park improvements from NJDEP Green Acres grant
• Ordinance 3531: Establish fees for Military Tribute/Hometown Heroes street banner program
• Ordinance 3534: Add Elm Place to handicapped parking locations
• Resolution 296-23: $25,000 contract with O'Toole Scrivo for employment practices consulting
• Resolution 297-23: $168,732.30 contract to DLS Contracting for CDBG Sunset Drive road project

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved a $168,732.30 contract for the 2023 CDBG Sunset Drive Roadway Improvement Project, awarded to DLS Contracting. They also approved free two-hour metered parking from December 16, 2023, through January 1, 2024, and adopted a 2024 holiday schedule with a floating holiday option. Several ordinances were introduced for public hearing on December 19, including a military banner program, a handicapped parking addition, and a $1,028,755 Green Acres grant for turf replacement at Monsignor Owens Park. The board also approved various resolutions, including tax refunds, professional service contracts, and police officer appointments.

• Approved $168,732.30 contract to DLS Contracting for Sunset Drive roadway project (5-0)
• Approved free two-hour metered parking Dec 16, 2023 – Jan 1, 2024 (5-0)
• Adopted 2024 holiday schedule with floating holiday option (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 3531 for Military Tribute/Hometown Heroes Street Banner Program (4-0-1 abstention)
• Introduced Ordinance 3534 adding handicapped parking at 110 Elm Place (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance appropriating $1,028,755 Green Acres grant for Monsignor Owens Park turf replacement (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 contract with O'Toole Scrivo for employment practices counsel (5-0)
• Approved tax refunds: $2,168.62 to Adel Louis Faltas and $2,259.79 for Block 8501, Lot 8 (5-0)

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met on November 16, 2023, and discussed ongoing business, including the success of the Nutley Home Series presentation and identifying prospective homeowners for landmarking. The committee also discussed prioritizing a historical marker for the Vreeland House and its potentially at-risk condition, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded.

• Discussed historical marker for Vreeland House as high priority
• Discussed current condition of Vreeland House as potentially at-risk
• Identified prospective homeowners for landmarking from Nutley Home Series
• Levendusky to email Metzger of Prospect Street regarding landmarking interest

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board met on November 15, 2023, primarily to handle procedural matters and memorialize a resolution regarding the Franklin Avenue Redevelopment. No new applications or hearings were scheduled for this specific meeting. The board also noted a future hearing scheduled for December 6, 2023, concerning the Redevelopment Plan for the former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club.

• Memorialization of Franklin Avenue Redevelopment Resolution
• Future hearing scheduled for December 6, 2023, for Redevelopment Plan - Former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club

The Nutley Planning Board approved two invoices for professional services and executed the Franklin Avenue Redevelopment Plan resolution. The board declined to set a special meeting for the Diamond Spring Redevelopment hearing, pending confirmation of the December 6 start date.

• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for November 1, 2023 minutes
• Approved $800 invoice for Barry Kozyra for Final Technical Meeting attendance
• Executed Franklin Avenue Redevelopment Plan resolution
• Declined to set special meeting for Diamond Spring hearing on December 13

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting on November 13, 2023, to review one scheduled application. The board will also handle standard procedural items, including the approval of previous minutes and invoices. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person, and no new testimony will be heard after 11:00 PM.

• Application for driveway widening and front yard coverage at 249 Walnut Street

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting on November 9, 2023, to consider four ordinances on second reading, including amendments to rent control and salary schedules, and 23 resolutions covering contracts, refunds, and event approvals. The agenda includes public comment on agenda items and a public comment period.

• Ordinance 3533: amend rent control chapter 532-14 (effective/termination)
• Ordinance 3530/3532: set salaries for officers/employees 2021-2025
• Resolution 269-23: $241,125 contract to ATT Sports for Owen Park tennis court upgrades
• Resolution 264-23: $15,000 contract to Inglesino & Taylor for affordable housing legal services
• Resolution 265-23: $60,000 contract to Inglesino & Taylor for OPRA/OPMA legal counsel

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved the November 9, 2023 bill list totaling $10,907,725.54, including payroll and departmental expenses. They also passed several ordinances and resolutions, including salary ordinances for police and fire departments, a rent control amendment, and multiple professional service contracts for 2024. Ordinance 3531 was tabled.

• Approved bill list totaling $10,907,725.54 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 3530 fixing police salaries 2021-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 3532 fixing fire department salaries 2021-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 3533 amending rent control termination provisions (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 3531 (salary ordinance) for a future meeting
• Approved $15,000 contract with Inglesino & Taylor for affordable housing legal counsel (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 OPRA/OPMA legal counsel contract with Inglesino & Taylor (unanimous)
• Approved $241,125 contract with ATT Sports for tennis/pickleball court upgrades at Owens Park (unanimous)

Rent Leveling Board Meetings

The Nutley Rent Leveling Board meets to continue a hearing regarding a rent increase at 100 Warren Street and address other landlord-tenant issues. The board also discusses the electronic collection of rent rosters and approves the minutes from the September 14, 2023 meeting. This is a standard procedural meeting with specific tenant dispute items.

• Continuation of hearing concerning rent increase for 100 Warren Street
• Discussion of other rent issues
• Electronic collection of Rent Rosters
• Approval of the September 14, 2023 minutes

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is meeting to consider an amended site plan for a new ambulatory care facility. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Franklin Avenue Redevelopment. No other applications or hearings are scheduled for this date.

• Amended Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan Approval (Signage Plan) for Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care, Inc. at 111 Ideation Way
• Franklin Avenue Redevelopment Report and Presentation by Francis Reiner of DMR

The Nutley Planning Board unanimously designated eight properties on Franklin Avenue (Block 3100, Lots 31-36, 38, 39) as in need of redevelopment on a non-condemnation basis, based on criteria in N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-5(d) and 40A:12A-3. The board also unanimously approved a bulk variance for a sign at 111 Ideation Way for Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care, Inc., allowing a deviation from the Hoffman La Roche Phase 2A Redevelopment Plan. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included procedural approvals of minutes and an invoice.

• Designated Franklin Avenue properties (Block 3100, Lots 31-36, 38, 39) as in need of redevelopment (unanimous)
• Approved bulk variance for sign at 111 Ideation Way (unanimous)
• Accepted October 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee unanimously approved Certificate of Appropriateness #005 for the reconstruction of the Kingsland Manor Ice House at 3 Kingsland Street, with an amendment allowing alternative materials for decorative elements. The committee also discussed upcoming events and noted that the Vreeland/Van Giesen Homestead is in transition as the Township removes its caretaker.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness #005 for Kingsland Manor Ice House reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved amendment allowing alternative materials for roofline decorative elements (unanimous)

Planning Board Meetings

The October 18, 2023 meeting is primarily procedural, with no new business or hearings scheduled for that date. The agenda announces two significant items scheduled for the next meeting on November 1, 2023: an amended site plan approval for a medical facility and a redevelopment report for Franklin Avenue.

• Amended Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan Approval (Signage Plan) for 111 Ideation Way - Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care, Inc. scheduled for November 1, 2023
• Franklin Avenue Redevelopment Report and Presentation by Francis Reiner of DMR scheduled for November 1, 2023

The Nutley Planning Board held a routine meeting on October 18, 2023, approving the minutes from the October 4 meeting and an invoice for $150 to Gail Santasieri for minute preparation. No substantive decisions were made; the board scheduled hearings for November 1, 2023, on a sign application for Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care and a presentation on the Franklin Avenue property, which may be delayed due to technical review issues.

• Approved October 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minute preparation

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will vote on 18 resolutions, including contracts for healthcare, waste disposal, and insurance services. The board will also introduce an ordinance regarding street banner fees and hold a public hearing on police department amendments. A significant item is the approval of a change order for the NJDOT Chestnut Street Roadway Improvement Project.

• Resolution 246-23: Approve Change Order No. 1 for DLS Contracting, Inc. on the NJDOT 2022 Chestnut Street Roadway Improvement Project (Franklin Avenue-Whitford Avenue) for a total increase of $46,052.45.
• Resolution 241-23: Authorize $50,000.00 payment to the Nutley Family Service Bureau Food Pantry for services in CY 2024.
• Resolution 237-23: Award fair and open contract to C. Walter Searle Insurance Agency LLC for Consultant and Risk Manager services, not to exceed $50,000.00.
• Ordinance 3531: Introduce Chapter 320, Section 320-79 regarding Military Tribute/Hometown Heroes Street Banner Fees (Public Hearing scheduled for November 9, 2023).
• Resolution 239-23: Authorize contract with Northwest Essex Community Healthcare Network not to exceed $20,000.00 for 2024.

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved a $5,389,179.61 bill list including payroll, and introduced three ordinances (military banner fees, salary ordinance, rent control amendment) for second reading. They also approved numerous resolutions, including contracts for healthcare, solid waste, and professional services, and granted a property tax exemption to a disabled veteran.

• Approved $5,389,179.61 bill list including payroll (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance for Military Tribute/Hometown Heroes Street Banner Program with $155 fee (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to fix salaries for 2021-2025 (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance amending rent control termination provisions (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance 3529 regarding special police officers (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 contract with Northwest Essex Community Healthcare Network (4-0-1 abstention)
• Approved $50,000 contract with Nutley Family Service Bureau (unanimous)
• Granted full property tax exemption to Pavel Emir Vides Castro at 311 Prospect Street (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on October 16, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The board will consider four property applications, including a fence at a corner property, a driveway/curb cut increase, a side yard fence, and a garage demolition. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and memorialization of resolutions.

• 275 Harrison Street – Fence-Corner Property
• 206-208 Bloomfield Avenue – Driveway/Curb Cut Increase
• 161 Milton Avenue – Side Yard Fence
• 601 Prospect Street – Demolish Existing Garage

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment approved three applications: a 6-foot fence at 275 Harrison Street, a 6-foot fence at 161 Milton Avenue, and a garage-to-living-space conversion at 601 Prospect Street, all by 7-0 votes. A driveway expansion at 206-208 Bloomfield Avenue was adjourned to the November 13, 2023 meeting because the board found the plans unclear.

• Approved 6-foot fence variance at 275 Harrison Street (7-0)
• Approved 6-foot fence variance at 161 Milton Avenue (7-0)
• Approved garage demolition and addition at 601 Prospect Street (7-0)
• Adjourned driveway expansion at 206-208 Bloomfield Avenue to Nov 13, 2023 (7-0)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board met on October 4, 2023, to conduct procedural business, including the review of the 2024 meeting schedule. No applications or hearings were scheduled for this specific meeting. The agenda also noted upcoming items for the next meeting on October 18, 2023.

• Review of the 2024 Planning Board Meeting Schedule
• Future hearing scheduled for October 18, 2023: 111 Ideation Way - Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care, Inc. - Amended Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan Approval (Signage Plan)
• Future presentation scheduled for October 18, 2023: Franklin Avenue Redevelopment Report by Francis Reiner of DMR

The Nutley Planning Board held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions. It approved the September 20, 2023 meeting minutes and a $150 invoice for minute preparation. The board also rescheduled the July 3, 2024 meeting to July 10, 2024, and scheduled a hearing for October 18, 2023 on a sign application for Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care.

• Approved September 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri's minute preparation
• Changed 2024 meeting date from July 3 to July 10
• Scheduled October 18, 2023 hearing for Hackensack Meridian sign application

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a 5-year contract with the firefighters' union, a $532,772 road reconstruction on Vreeland Avenue, and several professional service contracts. They will also introduce a salary ordinance for township officers and employees. The agenda includes routine items like bill approval, minutes, and proclamations.

• Ordinance 3530: Amend salaries of certain officers/employees (effective 2021-2025)
• Ordinance 3528: Reconstruct Vreeland Avenue roadway, $532,772 from NJDOT grant
• Resolution 229-23: 5-year contract with Nutley Firefighter's Mutual Benevolent Association, Local 44 & 44A
• Resolution 231-23: DMR Architects contract for Chestnut Street open space design, up to $23,900
• Resolution 230-23: Thomas Greco Publishing contract for Hoffmann-LaRoche site redevelopment, up to $75,000

The Board of Commissioners approved a $5,045,054.13 bill list, a five-year contract with the Nutley Firefighters FMBA Local 44/44A, and several professional service contracts including DMR Architects for the Chestnut Street public open space project and Diamond Springs Pool Club, and Thomas Greco Publishing for government relations on the Hoffmann-LaRoche redevelopment. The board also introduced a salary ordinance for 2021-2025 and passed a resolution honoring the girls softball team.

• Approved $5,045,054.13 in bills and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved five-year contract with Nutley Firefighters FMBA Local 44/44A (unanimous)
• Approved $23,900 contract with DMR Architects for Chestnut Street open space design (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 change order for Advanced Mechanical Corp. (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 contract with Thomas Greco Publishing for Hoffmann-LaRoche redevelopment consulting (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 3530 fixing salaries for 2021-2025, second reading Nov. 9 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution honoring Girls 7th/8th Grade Softball Team (unanimous)
• Approved raffle license for Nutley High School Soccer Booster Club (unanimous)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board will hold a procedural meeting on September 20, 2023, with no new business, hearings, or workshops scheduled. The only substantive agenda item is the formal memorialization of a resolution regarding the Clover Street Preliminary Major Subdivision Application from a previous meeting. The session will otherwise consist of standard administrative tasks such as roll call, minute approval, and public comments.

• Memorialization of Resolution for Clover Street Preliminary Major Subdivision Application

The Nutley Planning Board approved resolutions for the Clover Street major subdivision and the 38 Joerg Avenue minor subdivision, each by a unanimous vote. The board also passed a resolution to investigate whether certain Franklin Avenue blocks and lots qualify as an area in need of redevelopment, and appointed Francis Reiner to prepare a report. A hearing for the redevelopment report is scheduled for October 18, 2023.

• Approved Clover Street major subdivision resolution (6-0)
• Approved 38 Joerg Avenue minor subdivision resolution (6-0)
• Passed resolution to investigate Franklin Avenue property for redevelopment (voice vote)
• Appointed Francis Reiner to prepare redevelopment report (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is voting on a $5,140,000 general bond issue and a five-year police union contract. The agenda also includes a $1,001,196.86 contract for synthetic turf at Monsignor Owens Field and a preliminary investigation for potential property redevelopment.

• Resolution to issue $5,140,000 in general bonds (Res. 212-23, 213-23)
• Five-year contract with Policemen’s Benevolent Association, Local 33 and 33A (Res. 214-23)
• Contract award to Athletic Fields of America for synthetic turf at Monsignor Owens Field for $1,001,196.86 (Res. 208-23)
• Contract award to Athletic Fields of America for synthetic turf at Dog Park at Rheinheimer Park for $80,714.92 (Res. 209-23)
• Authorization for Planning Board to investigate property for potential redevelopment (Res. 217-23)

The Board of Commissioners approved a five-year police contract with PBA Local 33 and 33A covering 2021-2025, and introduced an ordinance to amend the police department's special law enforcement provisions. They also awarded contracts for turf replacement at Monsignor Owens Field and dog park upgrades at Rheinheimer Park, and approved a $5.14 million bond offering.

• Approved five-year police contract with PBA Local 33 and 33A (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 3529 amending Police Department Special Law Enforcement (5-0)
• Awarded $1,001,196.86 contract to Athletic Fields of America for Monsignor Owens Field turf (5-0)
• Awarded $80,714.92 contract to Athletic Fields of America for Rheinheimer Park dog park (5-0)
• Approved $5,140,000 general obligation bond for 2023 (5-0)
• Granted full property tax exemption to Eric Straub at 187 Hillside Avenue (5-0)
• Approved raffle licenses for multiple organizations (5-0)
• Authorized Planning Board to investigate redevelopment area near Ciccolini property (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on September 18, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The board will consider six applications for variances or other zoning relief, including a use variance for automobile wholesaling and storage at 99 East Centre Street and an expansion of a pharmacy/pharmaceutical wholesale use at 557 Franklin Avenue. Other items include a deck/lot coverage variance, an inground pool, a pool setback, and a front yard fence. The meeting also includes public comment and an executive session on pending litigation.

• 99 East Centre Street: Use variance for automobile wholesaling and storage of vehicles
• 557 Franklin Avenue: Expanding use of existing pharmacy/pharmaceutical wholesale
• 154 Ohlson Avenue: Deck/lot coverage variance
• 20 Hudson Street: Inground pool
• 20 Forest Avenue: Pool setback to main dwelling

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment approved six variances and adjourned one application at its September 18, 2023 meeting. Approved items included a pharmaceutical wholesaling use at 557 Franklin Avenue, a deck at 154 Ohlson Avenue, an inground pool at 20 Hudson Street, a semi-inground pool at 20 Forest Avenue, and a front-yard fence at 93 Meacham Avenue. The application for an automobile wholesale and storage business at 99 East Centre Street was adjourned. All approvals were unanimous 7-0 votes.

• Approved variance for pharmaceutical wholesaling at 557 Franklin Avenue (7-0)
• Adjourned application for auto wholesale/storage at 99 East Centre Street (7-0)
• Approved deck variance at 154 Ohlson Avenue (7-0)
• Approved inground pool variance at 20 Hudson Street (7-0)
• Approved semi-inground pool variance at 20 Forest Avenue (7-0)
• Approved front-yard fence variance at 93 Meacham Avenue (7-0)
• Memorialized resolutions for August applications at 4 Irving Place, 33 Forest Avenue, 40 Rhoda Avenue

Rent Leveling Board Meetings

The Nutley Rent Leveling Board will meet on September 14, 2023, to approve previous minutes and discuss landlord/tenant issues. The agenda also includes a discussion on the electronic collection of Rent Rosters. No specific ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are listed in the provided text.

• Approval of the June 8, 2023 minutes
• Discussion of Landlord/Tenant issues
• Discussion of Electronic collection of Rent Rosters

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board met on September 6, 2023, to handle procedural items and one active application. The board continued the review of a Preliminary Major Subdivision Application on Clover Street. A signage plan application for Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care, Inc. at 111 Ideation Way was withdrawn from the current schedule but remains listed for future hearings.

• Continuation of Preliminary Major Subdivision Application on Clover Street
• Withdrawal of Amended Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan Approval (Signage Plan) for 111 Ideation Way - Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care, Inc.
• Approval of minutes from previous meetings
• Public comments limited to agenda items

The Nutley Planning Board approved the preliminary major subdivision for four homes on Clover Street, with stipulations including Hardie plank siding, neutral colors, and a homeowners' association. The board also accepted the August 2, 2023 meeting minutes and approved a $150 invoice for the minutes preparer. The Hackensack Meridian application at 111 Ideation Way was withdrawn and rescheduled for October.

• Approved Clover Street preliminary major subdivision for 4 homes (8-0)
• Accepted August 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation
• Withdrawn Hackensack Meridian sign application at 111 Ideation Way, new hearing in October

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is awarding a contract to D&L Paving Contractors, Inc. for the Vreeland Avenue Improvement Project. The board is also introducing an ordinance to appropriate $532,772 from NJDOT grant funds for the same roadway reconstruction. Additionally, the board is taking a second reading on ordinances regarding non-union employee salaries and a $450,000 appropriation for school facility improvements.

• Award of fair-and-open contract to D&L Paving Contractors, Inc. for Vreeland Avenue Improvement Project not to exceed $505,856.14
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 3528 appropriating $532,772.00 from NJDOT grant monies for Vreeland Avenue reconstruction
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 3526 to fix salaries of non-union employees effective January 1, 2023
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 3527 appropriating $450,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for Nutley Board of Education building improvements
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 3525 amending parking prohibitions on certain streets

The Board of Commissioners approved a $505,856.14 contract with D&L Paving Contractors for the Vreeland Avenue roadway improvement project, funded by a state grant. They also passed ordinances on parking restrictions and salaries, and approved a three-year contract with dispatchers' union. Several resolutions were approved, including refunds, a vehicle auction, and a proclamation for Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.

• Approved $505,856.14 contract to D&L Paving for Vreeland Avenue project (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3525 amending parking restrictions on New Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3526 fixing salaries for township officers/employees (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3527 for additional capital improvement funding (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year contract with Dispatchers I.B.E.W. Local 1158 (unanimous)
• Approved $515.60 refund to Vision Solar for uninstalled permit (unanimous)
• Authorized auction of 7 abandoned vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved raffle licenses for Rotary Club, Nutley Junior Raider Booster Club, St. Mary's Church (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment meets to consider six specific zoning applications. Items include a use variance for automobile wholesaling at 99 East Centre Street, which has requested an adjournment, and a withdrawn fence application at 33 Highfield Lane. Other applications involve driveway widening, fence construction, garage reconstruction, and entranceway additions.

• 99 East Centre Street: Use Variance for Automobile Wholesaling & Storage of Vehicles (Adjournment Requested)
• 33 Highfield Lane: Side Yard Fence (Withdrawn by Applicant)
• 33 Forest Avenue: Expired Approval Application 2014-Widen DW to 20’ and Add to Widen Curb Cut 20’
• 599 Centre Street: Side Yard Fence
• 4 Irving Place: Reconstruct Garage/Reconstruct Deck

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment approved three variances unanimously (7-0) for driveway widening at 33 Forest Avenue, a new garage and deck at 4 Irving Place, and a front entrance addition at 40 Rhoda Avenue. The board also voted 7-0 to adjourn the application for an automobile wholesale and storage business at 99 East Centre Street to the September 18, 2023 meeting, at the applicant's request. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved driveway widening variance at 33 Forest Avenue (7-0)
• Approved garage and deck variance at 4 Irving Place (7-0)
• Approved front entrance addition variance at 40 Rhoda Avenue (7-0)
• Adjourned auto wholesale/storage application at 99 East Centre Street to Sept. 18 (7-0)

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met on August 17, 2023, to discuss ongoing business including a Certificate of Appropriateness for Kingsland Manor. The agenda also listed updates to the township website's NHPC pages, a November 2nd Lambert event, and a budget request from CLG for ordinance review. No new business items were listed on the agenda.

• Kingsland Manor Certificate of Appropriateness
• Nutley Township Website – NHPC pages update
• Nov. 2nd Lambert event
• CLG budget request for ordinance review

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met on August 17, 2023, and accepted the July 20, 2023 minutes as presented. The committee reviewed recommendations from NJSHPO for updating the township's Historic Preservation Ordinance, noting some are more critical than others. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and focused on ongoing business, including planning a November 2nd event at the Nutley Museum co-sponsored with the Nutley Historical Society.

• Accepted July 20, 2023 meeting minutes as presented
• Reviewed NJSHPO recommendations for Historic Preservation Ordinance update (no action taken)
• Confirmed co-sponsorship with Nutley Historical Society for Nov. 2nd William Lambert event

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on August 15, 2023, introducing two ordinances, holding public hearings on two bond ordinances, and voting on ten resolutions. Notable items include a $450,000 appropriation for school improvements, a $279,161.60 garbage truck purchase, and acceptance of a $91,666 grant for automated license plate readers.

• Ordinance 3527: $450,000 for Nutley Board of Education building and field improvements (introduction)
• Ordinance 3526: Fix salaries for non-union employees effective Jan 1, 2023 (introduction)
• Ordinance 3523: $288,750 bond for water utility improvements (public hearing)
• Ordinance 3524: $2,073,750 bond for various improvements (public hearing)
• Resolution 175-23: $279,161.60 purchase of garbage truck from Sanitation Equipment Corp

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved a $5,047,607.05 bill list, introduced two ordinances (salary fix and $450,000 school improvement), passed two bond ordinances ($288,750 for water utility, $1,969,900 for municipal improvements), and authorized the purchase of a $279,161.60 garbage truck. They also approved several resolutions, including accepting $91,166 in state funds for license plate readers and a contract for legal services.

• Approved bill list totaling $5,047,607.05 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 3526 to fix salaries (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 3527 for $450,000 school improvements (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 3523 for $288,750 water utility bonds (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 3524 for $1,969,900 municipal bonds (unanimous)
• Approved resolution accepting $91,166 for automated license plate readers (unanimous)
• Approved $279,161.60 purchase of garbage truck from Sanitation Equipment Corp (unanimous)
• Approved expansion of liquor license for Luna Wood Fire Tavern (unanimous)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board meets to consider two specific land use applications. The first is an amended preliminary and final major site plan approval for Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care, Inc. at 111 Ideation Way, specifically regarding the signage plan. The second is a preliminary major subdivision application for Clover Street. No new business, workshops, or committee reports are scheduled for this meeting.

• Amended Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan Approval (Signage Plan) for Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care, Inc. at 111 Ideation Way
• Preliminary Major Subdivision Application for Clover Street

The Nutley Planning Board approved an amended preliminary/final major site plan for a new sign at 111 Ideation Way for Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care, Inc., with a 7-2 vote. The board also continued the Clover Street preliminary major subdivision hearing to September 6, 2023, after two expert witnesses were unavailable. Meeting minutes from July 5, 2023, were accepted, and a $150 invoice for minute preparation was approved.

• Approved amended site plan for sign at 111 Ideation Way (7-2)
• Continued Clover Street preliminary major subdivision hearing to September 6, 2023
• Accepted July 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minute preparation

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting with several ordinances up for second reading and public hearing, including a $600,000 appropriation for school building improvements, a zoning code revision, and salary adjustments. They will also consider resolutions for a property tax exemption, raffle applications, and bidding for a roadway project. The agenda includes multiple event applications and permits for community events.

• Ordinance 3519: $600,000 from Capital Improvement Fund for Nutley Board of Education buildings, facilities, and fields
• Ordinance 3521: Amend Chapter 700 Zoning
• Ordinance 3522: Amend salaries of certain officers and employees effective Jan 1, 2023
• Resolution 165-23: 100% property tax exemption for Eris C. Martinez at 447 Harrison Street
• Resolution 164-23: Advertise for sealed bids for 2023 Vreeland Avenue Roadway Improvement Project (Franklin Avenue-Bloomfield Avenue)

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved several ordinances and resolutions. They passed a fully funded ordinance for school improvements, amended the zoning code to reduce variance needs, and authorized sealed bids for the Vreeland Avenue roadway project. The board also approved a property tax exemption for a disabled veteran and several raffle licenses.

• Approved Ordinance 3519 funding school improvements (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3521 amending zoning code to reduce variance needs (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3522 amending employee salaries (5-0)
• Approved Resolution granting full property tax exemption to Eris Martinez at 447 Harrison Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 163-23 for raffle licenses (5-0)
• Authorized sealed bids for 2023 Vreeland Avenue Roadway Improvement Project (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 3525 to amend parking restrictions on New Street (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $10,087,856.28 (5-0)

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met on July 20, 2023, and noted that the Township Planning Board passed a resolution approving the landmarking of 319 Prospect and 24 Enclosure. The committee also discussed ongoing business, including a certificate of appropriateness for Kingsland Manor and a possible budget request for legal help to pursue CLG grant funds. No formal decisions were made by the committee itself; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Planning Board approved landmarking of 319 Prospect and 24 Enclosure (noted by committee)
• Accepted June 15, 2023 minutes as submitted
• Set tentative date of November 2 for Lambert-designed/built homes event
• Discussed possible budget request for attorney to adjust ordinance for CLG grant funds

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will introduce two bond ordinances totaling approximately $2.36 million for water utility and general township improvements. The meeting also includes second readings and public hearings for ordinances revising towing fees and adjusting officer salaries. Additionally, the board will approve a professional services contract for the Ciccolini Redevelopment Area.

• Ordinance No. 3523: Bond ordinance appropriating $288,750 for water utility improvements (Public Hearing Aug 15, 2023)
• Ordinance No. 3524: Bond ordinance appropriating $2,073,750 for various improvements (Public Hearing Aug 15, 2023)
• Ordinance No. 3517: Second reading to revise towing and storage fee schedule
• Ordinance No. 3520: Second reading to fix salaries of certain officers and employees effective July 1, 2023
• Resolution No. 161-23: Professional Services Contract Award to DMR Architects for Ciccolini Redevelopment Area, not to exceed $25,000.00

The Nutley Board of Commissioners introduced two bond ordinances for water utility and capital improvements, passed them to second reading, and scheduled final passage for August 15, 2023. The board also adopted ordinances revising towing and storage fees and creating a health officer position, and approved a resolution appointing DMR Architects for the Ciccolini Redevelopment Area. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Introduced Ordinance 3523, $288,750 water utility bond, passed to second reading (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 3524, $2,073,750 capital improvements bond, passed to second reading (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 3517 revising towing and storage fees (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 3520 creating health officer position with salary range (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 160-23 refunding $68.49 water overpayment at 223 Franklin Avenue (5-0)
• Approved appointment of DMR Architects as planner for Ciccolini Redevelopment Area, up to $25,000 (5-0)
• Approved $5,787,748.98 in bills and payroll (5-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on July 17, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The agenda lists eight specific applications for review, primarily involving fence installations, lot coverage, and driveway modifications. The board will also handle standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• 135 Chestnut Street – Expanding a Non-Conforming Lot
• 16 Funston Place – Widen Driveway & CC
• 114 Mapes Avenue – Rear Yard Deck/Lot Coverage
• 160 Hillside Avenue – LAE - Rear Yard-Solid Fence Without Neighbor Consent
• 162 Hillside Avenue – LAE-Rear Yard-Solid Fence Without Neighbor Consent

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment approved six variances and adjourned one fence case at its July 17, 2023 meeting. All approvals were unanimous (5-0). The board granted variances for a basement finish, three fence installations, a deck addition, and a driveway widening, with conditions on some. One fence case was adjourned to allow the applicant to move the fence onto her own property.

• Approved basement finish variance at 135 Chestnut Street (5-0)
• Approved 4' picket fence variance at 30 Woodcrest Lane (5-0)
• Approved 6' solid fence variance at 160 Hillside Avenue (5-0)
• Approved 4' open fence variance at 25 Chase Street (5-0)
• Adjourned fence variance at 162 Hillside Avenue (5-0) with 60 days to move fence
• Approved deck addition variance at 114 Mapes Avenue (5-0)
• Approved driveway widening variance at 16 Funston Place (5-0) with conditions

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is meeting to introduce four ordinances and hold public hearings on three others, covering topics from tobacco regulations to school building improvements. They will also vote on eight resolutions, including funding for police license plate readers and a redevelopment agreement. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, bills, and event applications.

• Ordinance 3519: $600,000 appropriation for Nutley Board of Education building improvements
• Ordinance 3521: Amendments to Chapter 700 Zoning
• Resolution 152-23: Accept $91,666 for automated license plate readers for police
• Resolution 158-23: Refund $18,760.16 escrow for 20 West Plaza
• Resolution 154-23: Redevelopment agreement with Diamond Spring Real Estate

The Board approved a redevelopment agreement and escrow agreement with Diamond Springs Real Estate Investment Urban Renewal, Inc. for the former Diamond Spring Pool Club property, which will become an 85-unit luxury multi-family development with 82 age-restricted units. The redeveloper paid $58,696.83 to reimburse the Township for expenses. The Board also introduced several ordinances, including a $600,000 appropriation for school improvements and a zoning code amendment, and approved a $28,500 lead grant application.

• Approved redevelopment and escrow agreements for Diamond Spring Pool site (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to appropriate $600,000 for Board of Education improvements (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to amend zoning code Chapter 700 (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to amend salaries of certain officers and employees (5-0)
• Adopted floodplain management regulations ordinance (5-0)
• Approved resolution to submit grant application for Lead Grant Assistance Program ($28,500) (5-0)
• Approved resolution to accept $91,166 in Automated License Plate Reader grant funds (5-0)
• Approved contract with Viridian Environmental Consultants for environmental services up to $12,700 (5-0)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board meets to consider an amended site plan application for Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care, Inc. at 111 Ideation Way. The board will also hear a presentation from the Historic Preservation Committee regarding properties at 24 Enclosure and 319 Prospect Street. No new business or workshop issues are scheduled for this meeting.

• Amended Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan Approval (Signage Plan) for 111 Ideation Way - Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care, Inc.
• Historic Preservation Committee Presentation for 24 Enclosure and 319 Prospect Street
• Major Subdivision Application Hearing for Clover Street scheduled for August 2, 2023

The Nutley Planning Board unanimously approved historic preservation designations for 24 Enclosure Street and 319 Prospect Street, following requests from the homeowners and recommendations from the Historic Preservation Committee. The board also approved minutes from the June 21, 2023 meeting and an invoice for minute-taking services. A signage hearing for 111 Ideation Way was adjourned to August 2, 2023, and a major subdivision hearing for Clover Street was scheduled for the same date.

• Approved historic preservation designation for 24 Enclosure Street (unanimous)
• Approved historic preservation designation for 319 Prospect Street (unanimous)
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minute preparation
• Adjourned 111 Ideation Way signage hearing to August 2, 2023
• Scheduled Clover Street major subdivision hearing for August 2, 2023

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board met on June 21, 2023, to conduct routine procedural items including roll call, approval of previous minutes, and review of communications. No applications, hearings, or new business were scheduled for this session. The agenda lists future hearings scheduled for July 5, 2023, including a site plan amendment and a historic preservation presentation.

• Future hearing scheduled for July 5, 2023: 111 Ideation Way - Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care, Inc. - Amended Preliminary Major Site Plan Approval (Signage Plan)
• Future presentation scheduled for July 5, 2023: Historic Preservation Committee Presentation - 24 Enclosure and 319 Prospect Street

The Nutley Planning Board held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions. They accepted the minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting and scheduled future hearings for July 5, 2023 (111 Ideation Way signage and Historic Preservation Committee items) and tentatively for August 2, 2023 (Clover Street major subdivision). No public comments or communications were received.

• Accepted June 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Scheduled 111 Ideation Way signage hearing for July 5, 2023
• Scheduled Historic Preservation Committee hearings for July 5, 2023
• Tentatively scheduled Clover Street major subdivision hearing for August 2, 2023

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners held a public hearing and adopted the amended 2023 Municipal Budget. The board also awarded several contracts, including a $202,899 roadway improvement project on Walnut Street and a $17,600 traffic consulting contract. Additionally, the board introduced three new ordinances regarding parking, salaries, and tobacco regulations, all scheduled for public hearing on July 18, 2023.

• Adoption of the amended 2023 Municipal Budget (Resolution No. 141-23)
• Contract award to Cifelli and Son General Construction for Walnut Street Roadway Improvement (Park Ave-Grant Ave) not to exceed $202,899.00
• Contract award to Klein Traffic Consulting for HLR-ON3 transportation planning not to exceed $17,600.00
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 3519 to amend parking rules in Chapter 228, Article VII, Section 14.B
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 3520 to fix salaries of certain officers and employees effective July 1, 2023

The Board of Commissioners adopted the 2023 municipal budget as amended, achieving a municipal tax increase of approximately $95. They also introduced an ordinance to amend salaries of certain officers and employees, effective July 1st, and approved several resolutions including a professional service contract for a financial advisor, a traffic engineer contract, a road construction contract, and a resolution directing settlement negotiations regarding the ON3 campus litigation. The board also moved into closed executive session to discuss litigation.

• Adopted 2023 Municipal Budget as amended (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to amend salaries of certain officers and employees, effective July 1st (5-0)
• Approved resolution 145-23: contract with Phoenix Advisors for municipal financial advisor, not to exceed $15,000 (5-0)
• Approved resolution to refund recreation program payments: $400 for Camp Nutley at 15 Valley Road, $1,600 at 50 Evelyn Place (5-0)
• Approved resolution 142-23: inclusion in Essex County Urban County Community Development Program for FY '24-'26 (5-0)
• Approved resolution to renew liquor licenses for July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved contract with Klein Traffic Consulting for ON3 campus traffic services, not to exceed $17,600 (5-0)
• Awarded contract to Cifelli and Son General Construction for Walnut Street Roadway improvements, not to exceed $202,899 (5-0)

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met on June 15, 2023, to discuss ongoing business and new applications. The agenda lists a review of a Certificate of Appropriateness for 3 Kingsland Avenue. The committee also noted a scheduled meeting with the Planning Board for July 5 regarding 319 Prospect and 24 Enclosure.

• Certificate of Appropriateness application for 3 Kingsland Avenue
• Planning Board meeting scheduled for July 5 regarding 319 Prospect
• Planning Board meeting scheduled for July 5 regarding 24 Enclosure

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee discussed a Certificate of Appropriateness for 3 Kingsland Avenue, where the Kingsland Trust plans to build an icehouse on a designated Historic Landmark. No application has been received, so members Sal Corvino and Luke Michels will reach out to the Trust to resolve any issues. The committee also tabled the Middle School Murals project until September and agreed to organize a public event on Lambert-designed homes.

• Resolved Sal Corvino and Luke Michels will contact Kingsland Trust about Certificate of Appropriateness application
• Tabled Middle School Murals until September
• Agreed to organize Lambert Homes public outreach event at Nutley Museum
• Agreed to virtual working session on 6/29/2023 via Zoom for Lambert Campaign
• Accepted May 18, 2023 minutes as submitted

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will review nine applications for zoning variances and special exceptions. These requests involve modifications to driveways, pools, decks, sunrooms, and fences at specific residential addresses. The board will also approve previous minutes and hear public comment on these items.

• 4 McKinley Street: Additional Driveway and Curb Cut
• 676 Bloomfield Avenue: Deck and Pool
• 49 Brown Street: Sunroom Addition
• 140 North Road: Above Ground Pool/Coverage
• 160 Hillside Avenue: Rear Yard Solid Fence Without Neighbor Consent

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment met on June 12, 2023, and voted on eight applications. They approved variances for properties at 676 Bloomfield Avenue, 49 Brown Street, 140 North Road, 88 Highfield Avenue, and 84 Highfield Avenue, all by 7-0 votes. They denied a variance for 4 McKinley Street (7-0) and adjourned applications for 33 Highfield Lane and 160 Hillside Avenue to the July meeting.

• Denied variance for second driveway at 4 McKinley Street (7-0)
• Approved deck/pool variance at 676 Bloomfield Avenue with conditions (7-0)
• Approved sunroom addition variance at 49 Brown Street (7-0)
• Approved above-ground pool variance at 140 North Road (7-0)
• Adjourned fence variance at 33 Highfield Lane to July 17 meeting (7-0)
• Approved 5-foot fence variance at 88 Highfield Avenue (7-0)
• Approved 5-foot fence variance at 84 Highfield Avenue (7-0)
• Adjourned fence variance at 160 Hillside Avenue to July meeting (7-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is introducing four ordinances, including a major rewrite of floodplain management regulations and revisions to towing and storage fees. The board will also vote on a resolution to withdraw from a shared health services agreement with Montclair and approve a grant application for the Coeyman Avenue Improvement Project. Public hearings for the new ordinances are scheduled for July 6, 2023.

• Ordinance No. 3516 repeals Chapter 349 and adopts new Floodplain Management Regulations with public hearing on July 6, 2023
• Ordinance No. 3517 revises the towing and storage fee schedule with public hearing on July 6, 2023
• Resolution No. 139-23 gives six months' notice to withdraw from the Uniform Shared Services Agreement with Montclair for Public Local Health Services
• Resolution No. 133-23 authorizes a grant application with NJDOT for the Nutley Coeyman Avenue Improvement Project
• Resolution No. 132-23 authorizes a refund of $19,166.52 in escrow monies for land use applications

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing an ad hoc subcommittee to work with the Board of Education to formalize a Shared Service/Use Agreement for educational and facility improvements. The board also introduced three ordinances, including one to update flood plain management regulations, and approved a budget amendment reducing the 2023 tax increase to $95. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Commissioner Petracco absent.

• Approved resolution to enter into Shared Service/Use Agreement with Board of Education (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 3515 amending handicapped parking locations (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 3517 revising towing and storage fee schedules (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 3516 adopting new Flood Plain Management Regulations (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment reducing 2023 tax increase to $95 (4-0)
• Approved $4,947,190.78 in bills and payroll (4-0)
• Approved resolution to withdraw from shared health services agreement with Montclair (4-0)
• Approved resolution for police off-duty details contract with Extra Duty Solutions (4-0)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board meeting on June 7, 2023, was largely procedural. The board accepted the minutes from the May 17 meeting and approved a $150 invoice for minute preparation. No old business or public comments were addressed, and no substantive decisions were made. Future hearings were scheduled for June 21, 2023, including a signage plan for 111 Ideation Way and a Historic Preservation Committee presentation.

• Accepted May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minute preparation
• Scheduled June 21, 2023 hearing for Hackensack Meridian Ambulatory Care signage plan
• Scheduled June 21, 2023 Historic Preservation Committee presentation

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met on May 18, 2023, to review ongoing and new business. The agenda lists applications for landmark designation for two properties and a Certificate of Appropriateness for a third. No specific decisions, dollar amounts, or ordinance details are provided in the text.

• Landmark designation application for 319 Prospect
• Landmark designation application for 24 Enclosure
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 3 Kingsland Avenue

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee approved landmark designations for properties at 319 Prospect and 24 Enclosure, each passing 5-0 with two members absent. The committee also discussed a pending Certificate of Appropriateness application for rebuilding the icehouse at 3 Kingsland Avenue, but no materials have been provided yet.

• Approved landmark designation for 319 Prospect (Resolution 23-02) 5-0
• Approved landmark designation for 24 Enclosure (Resolution 23-01) 5-0
• Accepted April 20, 2023 meeting minutes unanimously

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is holding a regular meeting on May 17, 2023, at 7:00 PM in Commission Chambers. The main item is a minor site plan committee subdivision report for 95-97 Conover Avenue. No new business, future hearings, or workshop issues are scheduled. The meeting will also include routine items like approval of minutes and public comments on agenda items.

• Minor Site Plan Committee Subdivision Report for 95-97 Conover Avenue
• Approval of minutes from previous meetings
• Public comments on agenda items (3 minutes per person)

The Nutley Planning Board approved a minor site plan subdivision application for 95-97 Conover Avenue, as summarized by Ms. Kucinski. The board also accepted the April 12, 2023 meeting minutes and approved a $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri's preparation of those minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved minor site plan subdivision at 95-97 Conover Avenue (unanimous)
• Accepted April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice to Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is set to vote on 13 resolutions, including a major road construction contract and a zoning ordinance amendment. The meeting includes a public hearing on the amended 2023 municipal budget and the final adoption of the 2022 budget. Additionally, the board will approve several smaller contracts for services such as tax lien processing and park maintenance.

• Award Fair and Open contract to Cifelli and Son Contracting for 2023 CDBG Ravine Avenue Roadway Improvement Project (not to exceed $355,721.00)
• Ordinance No. 3514 to amend and revise Chapter 700-3.B and 700-39 'Zoning' of the Township of Nutley Code (Second Reading and Public Hearing)
• Public Hearing on the amended 2023 Municipal Budget and Final Adoption of the 2022 Municipal Budget as amended
• Contract award to Preferred Outdoor Experience, LLC dba Geese Chasers for park maintenance (not to exceed $23,868.00)
• Authorize agreement with ROK INDUSTRIES for Electronic Tax Sale Services (not to exceed $4,500.00)

The Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance 3514 prohibiting new smoke shops and vape shops in Nutley, while grandfathering existing ones. The board also approved a $3.97 million bill list, awarded a $355,721 road contract, and issued several proclamations and permits.

• Adopted Ordinance 3514 prohibiting new smoke/vape shops (4-0)
• Approved bill list totaling $3,975,470.26 (4-0)
• Awarded $355,721 contract to Cifelli and Son Contracting for Ravine Avenue roadway project (4-0)
• Approved $23,868 contract with Preferred Outdoor Experience for geese management (4-0)
• Authorized sealed bids for Walnut Street Roadway Improvement Project (4-0)
• Approved $3,500 grant application for City Green Good Food Bucks Program (4-0)
• Approved raffle licenses for St. Mary's Church (4-0)
• Approved resolution for electronic tax sale services with Rok Industries, not to exceed $4,500 (4-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will review eight specific applications for property changes, including expansions, additions, and driveway modifications. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approving previous minutes and allowing public comment. No new ordinances or budget items are listed for decision at this meeting.

• 230 Centre Street – Office Expansion
• 302 Grant Avenue – A/C Condenser/Side Yard
• 6 Fairfax Court – Addition
• 75 Ellen Street – Additional Driveway
• 206 Grant Avenue – Demolish Garage/Patio/Impervious Coverage

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment approved six of seven applications, granting variances for office conversion, A/C condensers, a rear addition, a second driveway, a fence, and increased impervious coverage. One application for a circular driveway was denied, and one fence application was adjourned to the next meeting.

• Approved office conversion at 230 Centre Street (5-0)
• Approved A/C condensers at 302 Grant Avenue (5-0)
• Approved rear addition at 6 Fairfax Court (5-0)
• Approved second driveway at 75 Ellen Street (5-0)
• Approved fence at 94 Church Street (5-0)
• Approved patio and impervious coverage at 206 Grant Avenue (6-0)
• Denied circular driveway at 30 Woodcrest Lane (6-0)
• Adjourned fence application at 30 Woodcrest Lane to June 12 (6-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing and second reading on three key items: an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits, an ordinance appropriating $134,000 for technology infrastructure improvements, and the 2023 municipal budget. The meeting also includes routine reports on code enforcement and revenue, as well as several proclamations and resolutions.

• Ordinance No. 3513 appropriating $134,000 for technology infrastructure improvements
• Ordinance No. 3512 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Resolution No. 88-23 for the 2023 Municipal Budget Public Hearing
• Resolution No. 111-23 authorizing various raffle licenses
• Proclamation recognizing Justin Wrege as Nutley’s 1st U.S. Space Force Service Member

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved Ordinance 3512, establishing a 1% cap bank appropriation increase, and held a public hearing on the 2023 municipal budget, which was not adopted pending state approval. The board also approved several proclamations and raffle licenses, and moved into closed session for contract negotiations.

• Approved Ordinance 3512 establishing 1% cap bank appropriation increase (5-0)
• Held public hearing on 2023 Municipal Budget (Resolution 88-23); adoption deferred pending state approval
• Approved proclamation honoring Justin Wrege as Nutley's first U.S. Space Force service member (5-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring May as Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month (5-0)
• Approved proclamation recognizing Professional Municipal Clerks Week (5-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring May 6, 2023 as Arbor Day (5-0)
• Approved raffle licenses for Nutley Family Service Bureau, Good Shepherd Academy, Nutley High School Volleyball Booster Club, and St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church (5-0)
• Moved into closed executive session to discuss contract negotiations (5-0)

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met on April 20, 2023, to discuss ongoing business including the Franklin Avenue redevelopment plan and the status of property applications. The agenda also included updates on the John H. Walker Middle School and Lincoln School murals, the application for Certified Local Government designation, and a committee visit to 232 Highfield Lane. No specific decisions, votes, or dollar amounts were listed in the agenda text.

• Review of the Franklin Avenue redevelopment plan
• Status update on property applications
• Discussion of John H. Walker Middle School and Lincoln School murals
• Application for Certified Local Government (CLG) designation
• Committee visit to 232 Highfield Lane

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee accepted the March 16 minutes as corrected and received feedback from the state historic preservation office on ordinance deficiencies related to the Certified Local Government designation. Two property applications were advanced: 319 Prospect will receive written notice for a landmark recommendation to the Planning Board, and 24 Enclosure will be notarized for the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted March 16, 2023 minutes as corrected verbally
• Advanced 319 Prospect application for landmark recommendation to Planning Board
• Agreed to notarize 24 Enclosure application for next meeting
• Circulated NJSHPO feedback on CLG ordinance deficiencies for later discussion

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is introducing an ordinance to amend zoning regulations, with a public hearing scheduled for May 16, 2023. The board also votes on several resolutions, including a $226,823 amendment to a Community Development Block Grant for Sunset Drive reconstruction and a $3,000 contract for zoning planning assistance.

• Ordinance No. 3514 to amend and revise Zoning Chapters 700-3.B and 700-39 (Public Hearing May 16, 2023)
• Resolution No. 106-23 to amend CDBG application for Sunset Drive reconstruction and resurfacing ($226,823.00)
• Resolution No. 101-23 to award a non-fair and open contract to Ricci Planning for zoning ordinance assistance (not to exceed $3,000.00)
• Resolution No. 105-23 to award a contract to Jobs4Blue for off-duty police employment services (no cost to Township)
• Resolution No. 104-23 to authorize refunds for various recreation programs (total $320.00)

The Board of Commissioners heard a presentation from PSE&G on Smart Meter installation, safety, and data privacy, and took questions from residents. The board also introduced an ordinance to prohibit vape and smoke shops in Nutley, which will be considered for final passage on May 16, 2023. Several resolutions were approved, including a contract for zoning ordinance revisions and a CDBG application amendment for road work on Sunset Drive.

• Introduced Ordinance 3514 to prohibit vape and smoke shops in Nutley (5-0)
• Approved non-fair and open contract with Ricci Planning for zoning revisions, not to exceed $3,000 (5-0)
• Approved amended 2023 CDBG application to fund Sunset Drive reconstruction ($226,823) (5-0)
• Approved raffle licenses for Nutley Jr. Raider Booster Club and Nutley High School Volleyball Booster Club (5-0)
• Approved recreation program refunds for three residents (5-0)
• Approved two-year agreement with Visual Computer Solutions for off-duty fire/EMS employment services (4-0, Evans absent)
• Approved bills totaling $4,897,752.67 (5-0)
• Approved resolutions recognizing Nurses Month, Mental Health Month, and Stroke Awareness Month (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on April 17, 2023, to review six specific zoning applications. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of previous minutes. The board will consider requests for side yard fences, curb cuts, driveway modifications, and outdoor structures at various addresses in Nutley.

• 16 Myrtle Avenue: Application for a 6’ & 4’ solid side yard fence
• 225 Prospect Street: Application for a curb cut
• 58 Hastings Avenue: Application to widen driveway
• 34 Hickory Road: Application for a roof over a patio in front of the dwelling
• 676 Bloomfield Avenue: Application for a deck and pool

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment approved all five variance applications on its April 17, 2023 agenda. Each approval was unanimous (5-0 or 6-0) and granted relief from specific zoning code requirements, including fence height, curb cut width, driveway width, and lot coverage. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved fence height variance at 16 Myrtle Avenue (5-0)
• Approved curb cut enlargement to 19'4" at 225 Prospect Street (6-0)
• Approved driveway and curb cut widening to 18' at 58 Hastings Avenue (6-0)
• Approved patio roof variance at 34 Hickory Road (6-0)
• Approved driveway widening to 19' at 119 Alexander Avenue (6-0)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board will hold a workshop to review and discuss proposed changes to eight specific sections of the Zoning Ordinance. The agenda also includes a proposed ordinance for Short-Term Rentals and PODs. No applications or hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Review of proposed changes to §700-39 (Prohibited Uses in All Districts)
• Review of proposed changes to §700-46 (Bulk, Height, and Other Requirements)
• Review of proposed changes to §700-71 (Fences and Retaining Walls)
• Review of proposed changes to §700-94 (Off-Street Parking for One and Two Family Dwellings)
• Discussion of a proposed ordinance for Short-Term Rentals and PODs

The Nutley Planning Board held a zoning ordinance workshop and voted on multiple proposed changes. They approved adding vape/smoke/tobacco stores and tattoo parlors to prohibited uses, along with various other zoning amendments. Several items, including short-term rentals and Pods, were tabled for future discussion. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved adding vape/smoke/tobacco stores to prohibited uses (all in favor, with definition changes)
• Approved adding tattoo parlors to prohibited uses (10-1)
• Tabled short-term rentals regulation for future discussion
• Approved allowing portico roofs over existing porch stoops with limits (all in favor)
• Approved 3-foot setback for mechanical equipment in residential zones (all in favor)
• Approved setback requirements for rear yard patios (all in favor)
• Tabled Pods section for future discussion
• Approved 18 other zoning amendments (all in favor)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will introduce the 2023 municipal budget and two ordinances, including one to exceed state budget caps and another for technology infrastructure. They will also hold a public hearing on dissolving the volunteer rescue squad and vote on 14 resolutions covering contracts, grants, and property tax exemptions.

• Ordinance 3512: establish cap bank to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits
• Ordinance 3513: appropriate $134,000 for technology infrastructure improvements
• Ordinance 3511: dissolve Nutley Volunteer Emergency and Rescue Squad (public hearing)
• Resolution 88-23: introduce 2023 municipal budget
• Resolution 92-23: award contract to Monmouth Telecom, $1,908/month for 3 years

The Board of Commissioners introduced the 2023 municipal budget, which raises $44,941,153 from taxpayers, an increase of $2.3 million in costs and about $4.1 million overall. The average residential tax bill would rise by $227 to $4,438. The board also introduced two ordinances, including a $134,000 technology infrastructure improvement bond, and passed a resolution dissolving the Nutley Volunteer Emergency and Rescue Squad. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Commissioner Petracco absent.

• Introduced 2023 municipal budget raising $44,941,153 from taxpayers (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 3512 to establish a cap bank for 2023 (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 3513 appropriating $134,000 for technology infrastructure improvements (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 3511 dissolving the Nutley Volunteer Emergency and Rescue Squad (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 98-23 honoring Holocaust Remembrance (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 99-23 recognizing National Public Health Week (4-0)
• Approved $25,000 contract with Millennium Strategies for disaster grant services (4-0)
• Approved three-year contract with Monmouth Telecom for internet and phone service (4-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a request to remove a condition limiting the adult daycare at 361 Harrison Street to 25 patients, which would have allowed up to 100 clients. The denial was based on concerns about parking (only 7 spaces available) and traffic safety near a middle school. The motion to deny passed 5-2.

• Denied variance to remove 25-patient cap at 361 Harrison Street (5-2)
• Approved secretary pay of $150
• Approved counsel pay of $800

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold its regular public meeting on March 21, 2023, to consider 11 resolutions, including a professional services contract for redevelopment planning, tax refunds, and various appointments and recognitions. No ordinances are scheduled for introduction or public hearing. The agenda is subject to change before the meeting.

• Resolution 81-23: Award contract to DMR Architects for planning services for a redevelopment project, not to exceed $25,200
• Resolution 75-23: Authorize refund of overpaid tax charges totaling $9,195.36
• Resolution 74-23: Change order to Appraisal Systems, Inc. for revaluation services, $1,485
• Resolution 83-23: Appoint William Cassidy as Emergency Management Coordinator (Jan 16, 2022 – Jan 16, 2025)
• Resolution 76-23: Hold harmless agreement for use of 123 Prospect Street as fire department training location

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved the March 21, 2023 bill list totaling $10,434,016.21, along with several resolutions including a $1,485 change order for revaluation services, tax refunds, a hold harmless agreement for fire training, appointment of an Emergency Management Coordinator, and a resolution recognizing March as Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month. The board also honored the Nutley Junior Raider Wrestling Team and Mariah Koster with proclamations.

• Approved bill list totaling $10,434,016.21 (unanimous)
• Approved change order #1 for Appraisal Systems, Inc. in amount of $1,485 (unanimous)
• Approved tax overpayment refunds totaling $9,195.36 (unanimous)
• Approved hold harmless agreement for fire training at 123 Prospect Street (unanimous)
• Appointed William Cassidy as Emergency Management Coordinator for term Jan 16, 2022 – Jan 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved recreation program refunds: $325 and $50 (unanimous)
• Granted unpaid leave of absence to Louis Pastena (DPW) from Mar 1 to Aug 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of DMR Architects as consulting planner for redevelopment project (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on March 20, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The agenda lists seven specific applications for variances or relief, such as pool installations, driveway additions, and garage conversions. The board will also approve previous minutes and accept public comment.

• 361 Harrison Street – Relief of Condition
• 3 Spurr Place – Additional Driveway
• 43 Edgewood Avenue – Inground Pool/Pool Barrier/Corner Property
• 25 Ravine Avenue – A/C Condenser/Side Yard- Relocated after Storm Ida
• 289 Hillside Avenue – Proposed Pool

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment approved six variances for properties at 3 Spurr Place, 43 Edgewood Avenue, 25 Ravine Avenue, 289 Hillside Avenue, 26 Donna Court, and 18 Nutley Avenue. One application (361 Harrison Street) was adjourned to the April 3, 2023 meeting. All approvals were unanimous with recorded votes.

• Approved variance for 18' driveway at 3 Spurr Place (6-0)
• Approved variance for inground pool at 43 Edgewood Avenue (4-0)
• Approved variance for A/C condenser setback at 25 Ravine Avenue (5-0)
• Approved variance for pool and lot coverage at 289 Hillside Avenue (6-0)
• Approved variance for 6' fence at 26 Donna Court (5-0)
• Approved variance for garage conversion at 18 Nutley Avenue (6-0)
• Adjourned application for 361 Harrison Street to April 3, 2023 (6-0)

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The committee accepted the December 2022 minutes and discussed ongoing business, including the Franklin Avenue redevelopment plan, property applications at 319 Prospect and 24 Enclosure, and a potential marker program for Lambert houses. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded; most items were updates or discussions for future action.

• Accepted December 15, 2022 minutes as presented
• Discussed Franklin Avenue redevelopment plan status
• Noted no further action needed on NJ DoT letter regarding Washington Avenue project
• Discussed property application at 319 Prospect; paper form to be prepared
• Discussed property application at 24 Enclosure; waiting on owner signature
• Discussed potential marker program for Lambert houses
• Discussed proposing a metal stanchion marker for Vreeland House

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board met on March 15, 2023, at the Parks & Recreation Department. The agenda contained no specific applications, hearings, or new business items beyond a joint session with other municipal boards. The meeting consisted primarily of procedural items and a joint meeting with the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Board of Commissioners, and Board of Education.

• Joint meeting with Zoning Board of Adjustment, Board of Commissioners, and Board of Education
• No applications or hearings scheduled for this specific Planning Board session

The Nutley Planning Board accepted the February 15, 2023 meeting minutes and approved a $150 invoice for minute preparation. No old business was discussed. New business included a joint meeting with the Zoning Board, Board of Education, and Commissioners, where concerns about zoning issues, school space, and smoke/vape shops were raised. It was agreed to hold a workshop at the April 12, 2023 meeting to discuss potential ordinance updates.

• Accepted February 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation
• Agreed to hold a workshop at April 12, 2023 Planning Board meeting

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will introduce an ordinance to dissolve the Nutley Volunteer Emergency and Rescue Squad, with a public hearing scheduled for April 4, 2023. The board will also vote on resolutions to authorize a water rate study and a master plan re-examination report. Additionally, the agenda includes approvals for various local event applications and tax refund authorizations.

• Ordinance No. 3511 to dissolve the Nutley Volunteer Emergency and Rescue Squad (Public Hearing April 4, 2023)
• Resolution No. 67-23 authorizing Nisivoccia LLP to perform a five-year water rate study for up to $12,000.00
• Resolution No. 69-23 authorizing a contract with Ricci Planning for a Master Plan Re-examination Report for up to $8,100.00
• Resolution No. 70-23 authorizing tax charge refunds totaling $13,016.34
• Resolution No. 71-23 authorizing water charge refunds of $4,948.00 for Block 2602, Lot 19

The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to introduce an ordinance dissolving the Nutley Volunteer Emergency and Rescue Squad (NVERS), which ceased providing EMS around 2020 and dissolved itself as a business entity on December 31, 2022. The ordinance will be considered for final passage on April 4, 2023. The board also approved several resolutions, including contracts for a water rate study and planning services, and approved multiple event permits and raffle licenses.

• Introduced ordinance to dissolve Nutley Volunteer Emergency and Rescue Squad (unanimous)
• Approved $12,000 contract with Nisivoccia LLP for water rate study (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Ricci Planning for master plan and zoning revisions, not to exceed $8,100 (unanimous)
• Approved tax refunds totaling $13,016.34 (unanimous)
• Approved water charge refund of $4,948 for block 2602, lot 19 (unanimous)
• Approved raffle licenses for Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (unanimous)
• Approved event permits for Memorial Day parade, Easter event, Palm Sunday procession, Paws in the Park, Chamber 5K, and two social affair permits (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $4,978,867.89 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on resolutions, including a $1,028,775.50 grant application for a synthetic softball field at Monsignor Owens Park. They will also consider ordinances on handicapped parking and employee salaries, and approve various contracts and refunds.

• Resolution 54-23: NJDEP Green Acres matching grant for Owens Park turf replacement, $1,028,775.50
• Resolution 55-23: NJDEP Urban Parks Initiative grant for same project, $1,028,775.50
• Ordinance 3509: Add handicapped parking on Entwistle Avenue
• Ordinance 3510: Fix salaries of certain officers and employees effective Jan 1, 2023
• Resolution 58-23: Contract with Delta Dental, not to exceed $375,000 for 2023-2024

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board held a procedural meeting with no applications or hearings scheduled. The only new business item was the announcement of a joint meeting with the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Board of Commissioners, and Board of Education scheduled for March 15, 2023. The agenda contained no rezonings, contracts, or fee changes.

• Joint meeting with Zoning Board of Adjustment, Board of Commissioners, and Board of Education scheduled for March 15, 2023

The Nutley Planning Board meeting on February 15, 2023, was largely procedural. The board accepted the minutes from the February 1, 2023 meeting and approved a $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri's work on those minutes. No old business was discussed, and new business included confirming a joint meeting with the Zoning Board, Board of Education, and Commissioners for March 15, 2023, and noting preparations for a workshop.

• Accepted February 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will review eight specific property applications on February 13, 2023. These include requests for a new single-family home, use variances, and relief of zoning conditions. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• 361 Harrison Street – Relief of Condition
• 21 Franklin Avenue – Use Variance for The Ace Studio
• 27 Calico Lane – New Single-Family Home on Vacant Lot
• 43 Edgewood Avenue – Inground Pool and Pool Barrier on Corner Property
• 289 Hillside Avenue – Proposed Pool

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a use variance for a micropigmentation, permanent makeup, and paramedical tattooing studio at 21 Franklin Avenue, with conditions limiting the business to specific cosmetic procedures. The board also approved a variance for a new single-family home on a flag lot at 27 Calico Lane and a shed/accessory structure at 109 Pershing Avenue. Several other applications were adjourned to the March 20, 2023 meeting due to time constraints.

• Approved micropigmentation studio variance at 21 Franklin Avenue (7-0)
• Approved new single-family home variance at 27 Calico Lane (7-0)
• Approved shed/accessory structure variance at 109 Pershing Avenue (5-2)
• Adjourned application for 361 Harrison Street to March 20 (7-0)
• Adjourned application for 43 Edgewood Avenue to March 20 (7-0)
• Adjourned application for 25 Ravine Avenue to March 20 (7-0)
• Adjourned application for 289 Hillside Avenue to March 20 (7-0)
• Adjourned application for 26 Donna Court to March 20 (7-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and second reading on Ordinance No. 3508, which adds a new chapter on licensing and business regulations to the township code. The board will also vote on several resolutions, including the award of non-fair and open contracts for consulting services totaling up to $72,000 and a fair and open contract for police uniforms totaling $60,500. Additionally, the agenda includes the appointment of new township legal counsel and the approval of various event applications for St. Patrick's Day.

• Ordinance No. 3508: Second reading and public hearing on adding Chapter 428 'Licensing and Business Regulations' to the Township Code.
• Resolution No. 40-23: Award non-fair and open contract to Millennium Strategies, LLC for grant consulting services, not to exceed $40,000.00.
• Resolution No. 51-23: Award non-fair and open contract to The Banker Group for financial impact analyses, not to exceed $25,000.00.
• Resolution No. 32-23: Award fair and open contract to Turnout Uniforms for police and dispatcher uniforms, total amount $60,500.00.
• Resolutions No. 37-23, 38-23, 39-23: Appointment of Jonathan Bruno as Township Attorney, Raymond Reddin as Township Prosecutor, and Joseph Donatiello as Township Public Defender.

The Board held a public hearing and unanimously adopted Ordinance 3508, creating Chapter 428 to comply with a new state law requiring owners of 2+ family properties and businesses to certify liability insurance ($500,000 minimum, or $300,000 if unoccupied). The Board also approved several contracts, appointments, and routine items, and went into closed session for personnel matters.

• Adopted Ordinance 3508 requiring liability insurance certification for multi-family and business properties (5-0)
• Approved $11,899,081.63 in bills and payroll (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 contract with Millennium Strategies for grant consulting (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 contract with Banker Group for redevelopment consulting (5-0)
• Rescinded Resolution 16-23 and re-approved corrected 5G consultant appointment (5-0)
• Reappointed Jonathan Bruno as Township Attorney (5-0)
• Reappointed Raymond Reddin as Municipal Prosecutor (5-0)
• Reappointed Joseph Donatiello as Public Defender (5-0)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board met on February 1, 2023, to conduct routine administrative tasks. The agenda explicitly lists no applications, hearings, new business, or committee reports. The session consisted solely of procedural items such as roll call, approval of previous minutes, and public comments.

• Approval of minutes from previous meetings
• Public comments limited to agenda items only
• No applications or hearings scheduled

The Nutley Planning Board accepted the January 18, 2023 meeting minutes and cancelled the February 8, 2023 meeting. Board members discussed scheduling a joint meeting with the Zoning Board for March 15, 2023, and a workshop with Dave Berry and Paul Ricci for February 15, 2023. Mayor Scarpelli raised concerns about a third vape shop and other retail businesses, wanting to explore potential regulations. No formal decisions were made beyond accepting the minutes and cancelling the meeting.

• Accepted January 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Cancelled February 8, 2023 meeting
• Discussed scheduling joint meeting with Zoning Board for March 15, 2023
• Discussed workshop with Dave Berry and Paul Ricci for February 15, 2023
• Discussed potential regulation of vape shops and retail businesses

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to review six specific zoning applications. The agenda includes requests for relief of conditions, a change of use from office to studio apartment, and various property additions. The board will also handle standard procedural items such as approving minutes and invoices.

• 361 Harrison Street – Relief of Condition
• 192 Chestnut Street – Change of Use-Office to Studio Apartment/2nd Floor
• 2 Kenzel Avenue – Side Yard Fence
• 7 Tennis Place – Proposed Additions and Alterations
• 49 Cleveland Avenue – Addition

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment held a public session on January 23, 2023, and approved five variances and adjourned one application. The board also re-elected its officers for the year. All approvals were unanimous (7-0), with some members recusing themselves on specific items.

• Approved variance for studio apartment conversion at 192 Chestnut Street (7-0)
• Approved variance for 6-foot fence at 2 Kenzel Avenue (7-0)
• Approved variance for home addition at 7 Tennis Place (7-0)
• Approved variance for home addition at 49 Cleveland Avenue (7-0)
• Approved variance for home addition at 120 Vreeland Avenue (7-0)
• Adjourned application for 361 Harrison Street to February 13, 2023 (7-0)
• Re-elected Frank Graziano as Chairman, Daniel Tolve as Vice Chairman, Patricia Doherty as Secretary, Diana McGovern as Attorney, and Paul Marranzino as Recording Secretary (all unanimous)

Planning Board Meetings

This is a procedural meeting with no applications, hearings, or new business scheduled. The agenda includes standard items like roll call, approval of previous minutes, and communications. The only specific actions listed are the oath of office for Linda Hamilton and resolutions for Planning Board staff Todd Hay and Paul Ricci.

• Oath of Office for Linda Hamilton
• Resolutions for Todd Hay (Planning Board Engineer) and Paul Ricci (Planning Board Planner)

The Nutley Planning Board accepted the January 4, 2023 meeting minutes and approved two $150 invoices for minute preparation. The board also cancelled the January 25, 2023 meeting due to no scheduled hearings and noted that future meetings may be cancelled if notice is not given at least one week in advance. No substantive decisions were made regarding applications or ordinances.

• Accepted January 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri (minute preparation)
• Approved $150 invoice for Lisa Zitola-McGuire (minute preparation)
• Cancelled January 25, 2023 meeting (no hearings scheduled)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is adopting 2023 temporary budget appropriations totaling over $14.6 million across general and water funds. The board is also introducing three new ordinances, including a new chapter on business licensing and amendments to handicapped parking rules. Additionally, the board is awarding several contracts for electrical services, HVAC modifications, and wireless consulting.

• Adoption of 2023 Temporary Budget Appropriations: General Appropriations $13,435,809.14 and Water Utilities $1,227,362.06
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 3508 adding Chapter 428 'Licensing and Business Regulations' to the Township Code
• Award of electrical services contract to TSUJ, Corp. not to exceed $90,000.00 for 2023
• Authorization of a $150,000 reduction in contract amount for Advanced Mechanical Corp regarding HVAC improvements at the Nutley Public Library
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 3509 amending Chapter 228 to add locations for handicapped parking

The Board of Commissioners introduced three ordinances: one requiring businesses and rental property owners to maintain liability insurance, one adding a handicapped parking spot at 41 Entwistle, and one fixing officer and employee salaries for 2023. The board also approved resolutions including temporary budget appropriations, a tax refund for a disabled veteran, and a contract for electrical services. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Commissioner Tucci absent.

• Introduced Ordinance 3508 (liability insurance for businesses/rental properties) for second reading Feb 7 (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 3509 (handicapped parking at 41 Entwistle) for second reading Feb 21 (4-0)
• Introduced salary ordinance for officers/employees effective Jan 1, 2023, for second reading Feb 21 (4-0)
• Approved $6,114,572.73 in bills and payroll (4-0)
• Approved temporary budget appropriations for debt service ($1,819,610 current fund, $100,310 water utility) (4-0)
• Approved temporary operating budget appropriations (current fund $13,435,809.14, water utility $1,227,362.06) (4-0)
• Reappointed Rosemarie Berry as Tax Collector, granting tenure (4-0)
• Approved $90,000 electrical service contract with TSUJ Corp. (4-0)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is meeting for its annual reorganization, including the election of officers, appointment of counsel and recording secretary, and administration of oaths of office. No applications or hearings are scheduled for this meeting, and no resolutions from a previous meeting are being memorialized. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive land-use decisions on the docket.

• Annual reorganization of board officers, counsel, and recording secretary
• Oaths of office administered
• No applications or hearings scheduled
• No memorialization of resolutions from previous meeting

The Nutley Planning Board held its annual reorganization meeting, unanimously reappointing Carol Tangorra as Chair, Marc Arcuti as Vice Chair, and Jerry Del Tufo as Secretary for 2023. The board also unanimously reappointed Barry Kozyra as Attorney, Paul Ricci as Planner, and Todd Hay as Engineer. The January 11, 2023 meeting was cancelled due to no scheduled hearings, and the board discussed future planning issues.

• Reappointed Carol Tangorra as Chair, Marc Arcuti as Vice Chair, Jerry Del Tufo as Secretary (unanimous)
• Reappointed Barry Kozyra as Attorney, Paul Ricci as Planner, Todd Hay as Engineer (unanimous)
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for December 14, 2022 minutes
• Accepted December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Cancelled January 11, 2023 meeting due to no hearings

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting to vote on three ordinances, including salary fixes for non-union and union employees and revisions to the Fire Department code. The agenda also includes eight resolutions covering contract awards for environmental consulting, recreation supplies, and mechanical services, as well as a property tax exemption for a veteran under Daniel's Law.

• Ordinance 3505: Fix salaries for non-union employees effective January 1, 2023
• Ordinance 3506: Fix salaries for Teamsters Local 97 employees effective January 1, 2023
• Resolution 7-23: Award contract to Advanced Mechanical Corporation for HVAC services up to $100,000.00
• Resolution 5-23: Award non-fair and open contract to Viridian Environmental Consultants up to $35,000.00
• Resolution 1-23: Grant property tax exemption to a veteran under Daniel's Law and refund $1,382.60

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved three ordinances, including a major restructuring of the Fire Department (Ordinance 3507) that changes officer ranks and makes the Chief a full-time career position. They also approved two salary ordinances for township officers and employees. Several resolutions were passed, including a veteran's property tax exemption, an 8% interest rate on late taxes, and contracts for environmental consulting, recreation supplies, and HVAC services.

• Adopted Ordinance 3507 amending Fire Department chapter (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 3505 fixing salaries of officers/employees (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 3506 fixing salaries of officers/employees (5-0)
• Approved veteran's full property tax exemption and $1,382.60 refund (5-0)
• Set 8% interest rate on delinquent property taxes (5-0)
• Awarded contract to Viridian Environmental Consultants (not to exceed $35,000) (5-0)
• Awarded recreation uniforms/equipment contract to BSN Sports (not to exceed $27,800) (5-0)
• Awarded HVAC service contract to Advanced Mechanical Corp. (not to exceed $100,000) (5-0)