Nutley public meetings in 2024

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is holding its December 18, 2024 meeting, but the agenda contains no applications, hearings, presentations, or new business. The meeting will cover routine items such as approving previous minutes, communications, committee reports, and public comments on agenda items only. The next public meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2024, as the annual reorganization meeting.

• No applications or hearings scheduled for this meeting
• No new business on the agenda
• No scheduled future hearings or workshop issues
• Public comments limited to agenda items only (3 minutes)
• Next meeting: January 8, 2024, annual reorganization meeting

The Nutley Planning Board meeting on December 18, 2024, was largely procedural. The board accepted the December 4, 2024 meeting minutes and approved a $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri's preparation of those minutes. In committee reports, the board discussed adding 'hemp shops' to a proposed prohibited uses list and asked for draft language, and also discussed reviewing warehouse/truck terminal definitions. No substantive applications or decisions were made.

• Accepted December 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri's minutes preparation
• Requested draft language for prohibited uses list, including adding 'hemp shops'

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on December 17, 2024, to consider two ordinance introductions (property acquisition and a financial agreement assignment), one public hearing on a solid waste ordinance, and 22 resolutions covering budgets, contracts, and appointments. The agenda includes several professional services contracts and a shared services agreement with Bloomfield for animal control.

• Ordinance No. 3575: Authorize acquisition of Block 2304, Lots 18 and 17 (public hearing Jan 7, 2025)
• Ordinance No. 3576: Assign financial agreement from Diamond Spring Real Estate to Soho Park Realty (public hearing Jan 7, 2025)
• Resolution 369-24: Shared services agreement with Bloomfield for animal control at $6,494.59/month (2025-2027)
• Resolution 377-24: Contract with DMR Architects for On3 Campus redevelopment, not to exceed $73,320
• Resolution 376-24: Contract with Inglesino & Taylor as special development counsel, not to exceed $95,000

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on December 16, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The board is scheduled to hear three applications: a townhouse residential development at 34 Humbert Street, a front yard fence at 28 Windsor Place, and an addition/garage extension at 33 Coeyman Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, memorialization of resolutions, and public comment.

• 34 Humbert Street—Townhouse Residential Development
• 28 Windsor Place—Front Yard Fence
• 33 Coeyman Avenue—Addition/Garage Extension
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person
• No applications heard after 11:00 P.M.

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a request to build a five-unit townhouse development at 34 Humbert Street, voting 7-0. The board also approved two variances: a front-yard fence at 28 Windsor Place and a one-story addition with garage enlargement at 33 Coeyman Avenue, both by 7-0 votes.

• Denied 5-unit townhouse development at 34 Humbert Street (7-0)
• Approved front-yard fence variance at 28 Windsor Place (7-0)
• Approved addition and garage enlargement variance at 33 Coeyman Avenue (7-0)

Rent Leveling Board Meetings

The Nutley Rent Leveling Board is meeting in person to handle routine business: approving prior minutes, hearing landlord/tenant issues, and setting its 2025 meeting calendar. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific cases or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of November 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Landlord/tenant issues
• 2025 meeting calendar
• Open discussion

The Nutley Rent Leveling Board approved the minutes from its November 14, 2024 meeting. The board discussed whether boarding houses are covered under the Township Rent Code and tasked the board attorney with examining the issue and reporting back an opinion. No final decision was made on the boarding house question.

• Approved November 14, 2024 meeting minutes as distributed
• Charged board attorney to examine boarding house coverage under Rent Code and report opinion

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is meeting on December 4, 2024, with a light agenda. The main action is signing deeds for a minor subdivision at 563 & 567 Bloomfield Avenue. The board will also discuss accessory dwellings in a workshop session. No formal applications or hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• 563 & 567 Bloomfield Avenue - Minor Subdivision Deeds to be signed by the Board
• Workshop discussion on Accessory Dwellings
• Approval of minutes from previous meetings
• Public comments on agenda items (3 minutes per person)

The Nutley Planning Board unanimously approved recommending to the Commissioners an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to define Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and to add restrictions, including maintaining rear setback requirements, density limits, impervious surface limits, and overnight parking rules. The board also approved minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting and an invoice for minute preparation. No new business or public comments were presented.

• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minute preparation
• Unanimously recommended ADU definition to Commissioners
• Unanimously recommended ADU restrictions to Commissioners

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting on December 3, 2024, to consider a bond ordinance for land acquisition, introduce ordinances, and vote on resolutions including contracts and budget transfers. The meeting includes a public comment period on agenda items only.

• Bond ordinance for land acquisition, appropriating $9,800,000 and issuing $8,000,000 in bonds
• Ordinance to replace a vehicle for Revenue & Finance Code Enforcement, $50,000
• Financial agreement with Nutley Town Center Redevelopers Urban Renewal Entity, LLC, granting tax exemption
• Contract with O'Toole Scrivo for employment law consultation, up to $25,000
• Contract to Turnout Uniforms for police uniforms, $159,500

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on November 21, 2024, to consider a range of resolutions, including a $580,000 flood mitigation contract for Memorial Park 1 pond, a presentation on a new garbage collection system, and the introduction of two ordinances. The board will also vote on several contracts and budget transfers.

• Contract award to Joseph M. Sanzari, Inc. for flood mitigation of Memorial Park 1 pond (Hurricane Ida) up to $580,000
• Ordinance 3572 to amend solid waste/recycling code (garbage collection system)
• Ordinance 3573 to amend tobacco code
• Municipal Services Agreement with Arbor Hills for solid waste collection/disposal for $18,144
• Agreement with Nutley Family Service Bureau for $50,000 for food bank and general services

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met on November 21, 2024, and unanimously accepted the September 19, 2024 minutes. They approved the 2025 meeting schedule (every 3rd Thursday) and discussed options for a historic marker at Town Hall, including materials, sizes, and placement. Updates were provided on the Nutley website landmarks pages, the Vincent United Methodist Church Cemetery gates installation, and the Vreeland Homestead status, but no formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved 2025 meeting schedule (every 3rd Thursday) (unanimous)
• Accepted September 19, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Town Hall historic marker options (cast aluminum/bronze, sizes, placement) — no decision
• Discussed additional properties for recruitment, including Bowser-designed midcentury modern on Van Winkle — no decision

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is holding a regular meeting on November 20, 2024, with no applications or hearings scheduled. The main substantive item is a workshop discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units, which is listed under public session workshop issues. The board will also review the revised 2025 meeting schedule and handle routine administrative items.

• Workshop discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units
• Review of revised 2025 Planning Board meeting schedule
• No applications or hearings scheduled for this meeting
• Public comments limited to agenda items (3 minutes)

The Nutley Planning Board approved the revised 2025 meeting schedule by unanimous vote and accepted the October 2, 2024 meeting minutes. Three invoices were approved for services related to meeting minutes, a technical review, and engineering work. The board discussed a state bill on accessory dwelling units and agreed to revisit the matter, but took no formal action. No public comments were made.

• Approved revised 2025 Planning Board Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
• Accepted October 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation
• Approved $800 invoice for Barry Kozyra for Diamond Spring technical review
• Approved $1,188 invoice for Pennoni Associates for services at 382 Franklin Avenue

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on November 18, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The board is scheduled to hear six applications, including a townhouse development, a use variance for motor vehicle sales, and several property modifications. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person, and no new testimony will be heard after 11:00 PM.

• 34 Humbert Street — Townhouse residential development
• 71 Dodd Street — Use variance for motor vehicle sales in B-3 zone
• 24 Speer Place — Front yard fence on corner property
• 737 Bloomfield Avenue — Addition onto non-conforming use
• 520 Bloomfield Avenue — Not to rebuild garage and install shed

Rent Leveling Board Meetings

The Nutley Rent Leveling Board approved a 10% additional hardship rent increase for 10-16 Passaic Avenue, requested by landlord Nutley Associates, LLC, effective at each lease renewal. The decision was unanimous. The board also approved the minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting.

• Approved 10% hardship rent increase for 10-16 Passaic Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 10, 2024 meeting

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is introducing two new ordinances, including a $580,000 bond for Memorial Park I improvements and a tax exemption for Nutley Town Center Redevelopers Urban Renewal Entity, LLC. The board is also holding public hearings on five ordinances, including changes to parking fees and the addition of new parking meter zones. Additionally, the board is voting on 24 resolutions, including a contract for sewer line work up to $831,110 and a $1.89 million budget transfer.

• Ordinance 3567: $580,000 bond for Memorial Park I improvements
• Ordinance 3571: Tax exemption for Nutley Town Center Redevelopers Urban Renewal Entity, LLC
• Resolution 324-24: Contract with Montana Construction Corp. for sewer line work up to $831,110
• Resolution 326-24: $1,890,000 transfer of appropriations in the 2023 budget
• Ordinance 3565: Amendments to municipal parking lot hours and fees

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on October 21, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The board will consider eight applications, including a townhouse development, additions, a dwelling conversion, and a fence. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, memorialization of resolutions, and public comment.

• 34 Humbert Street—Townhouse residential development
• 38 Joerg Avenue—Addition/alteration, additional dwelling unit, driveway/curb cut
• 3 Cathedral Avenue—Convert one-family to two-family dwelling in B-1 district
• 67 King Street—Demolish garage, addition to two-family dwelling
• 10 Lincoln Street—Pergola

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment met on October 21, 2024, and approved six variance applications, adjourned one, and withdrew one. All approvals were unanimous (7-0). The board also read resolutions for several properties and noted a $150 secretary fee.

• Approved variance for 67 King Street to demolish garage and alter two-family dwelling (7-0)
• Approved variance for 10 Lincoln Street to keep a 12' x 22' pergola (7-0)
• Approved variance for 3 Cathedral Avenue to convert one-family to two-family dwelling (7-0)
• Approved variance for 33 Highfield Lane for second-story addition (7-0)
• Approved variance for 59 Emily Avenue to rebuild front section and add decks (7-0)
• Approved variance for 65 Gerard Road for a 6-foot fence (7-0)
• Adjourned application for 34 Humbert Street to November 18, 2024 (7-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: 38 Joerg Avenue application for additional dwelling unit and driveway

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will vote on 30 resolutions, including appointing a new Chief Financial Officer and awarding several professional service contracts for 2025. They will also introduce two ordinances adding handicapped parking locations and discuss the 2024 Best Practices Inventory. The agenda includes routine items like event applications, proclamations, and bill approval.

• Appoint Stephanie Santana as Chief Financial Officer (Resolution 273-24)
• Contract with Nisivoccia, LLP for municipal accountant services, not to exceed $175,000 (Res 289-24)
• Contract with Inglesino & Taylor, LLC for affordable housing legal services, not to exceed $15,000 (Res 290-24)
• Introduce ordinance to add handicapped parking at 63 Spring Street (Ord 3568)
• Introduce ordinance to add handicapped parking at 76 Elm Place (Ord 3569)

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved $5,458,519.62 in bills and payroll, appointed Stephanie Santana as Chief Financial Officer, and renewed contracts for tree removal, electric, and insurance services. They also introduced two handicapped parking ordinances and approved several professional service contracts, including legal and financial services. Public comment included a resident's plea to purchase his flood-damaged property, which the board declined to act on due to pending litigation.

• Approved bills totaling $5,458,519.62 (unanimous)
• Appointed Stephanie Santana as Chief Financial Officer (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 3568 adding handicapped parking at 63 Spring Garden (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 3569 adding handicapped parking at 76 Elm Place (unanimous)
• Renewed tree removal contract with Trees Plus, Inc. up to $40,000 (unanimous)
• Renewed electric contract with Montillo Electric up to $80,000 (unanimous)
• Awarded insurance contract to C. Walter Searle Insurance Agency for $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $175,000 audit contract with Nisivoccia, LLP (unanimous)

Rent Leveling Board Meetings

The Nutley Rent Leveling Board will hold a hearing on a hardship rent increase application for 10-16 Passaic Avenue. The board will also approve the minutes from the September 12, 2024 meeting and address any landlord/tenant issues, excluding those related to 14 Passaic Ave.

• Hearing on hardship rent increase application for 10-16 Passaic Avenue
• Approval of September 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Landlord/tenant issues (excluding 14 Passaic Ave)

The Nutley Rent Leveling Board approved the September 12, 2024 minutes and heard a tenant complaint about eviction, which was outside its authority. The board heard a hardship rent increase application for 10-16 Passaic Avenue, with the landlord seeking a 10% additional increase and tenants opposing it. No decision was made; the hearing will continue at the November meeting.

• Approved September 12, 2024 meeting minutes as distributed
• Heard tenant complaint at 394 Centre Street; eviction deemed outside board authority
• Heard hardship increase application for 10-16 Passaic Avenue; decision deferred to November

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is holding a regular meeting on October 2, 2024, but the agenda contains only procedural items. No applications, hearings, or new business are scheduled for this session. The board will review minutes, discuss the 2025 meeting schedule, and take public comments on agenda items only.

• Review of 2025 Planning Board Meeting Schedule
• Approval of minutes from previous meetings
• Public comments on agenda items only (3 minutes per person)
• No applications or hearings scheduled for tonight

The Nutley Planning Board unanimously approved recommending to the Commissioners that the Zoning Ordinance be amended to prohibit pawn shops, check cashing establishments, bail bondsmen, and short-term rentals (defined as rentals under 30 consecutive days). The board also approved the 2025 Planning Board Schedule and accepted the September 18, 2024 meeting minutes. Two invoices were approved: $75.00 for minutes preparation and $1,092.00 for Pennoni Associates services related to the Clover Street bio-infiltration system. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved recommending zoning amendment to prohibit pawn shops, check cashing establishments, bail bondsmen, and short-term rentals (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Planning Board Schedule (unanimous)
• Accepted September 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $75.00 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation
• Approved $1,092.00 invoice for Pennoni Associates for Clover Street bio-infiltration system services

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on October 1, 2024, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a bond ordinance for Memorial Park I improvements, amendments to parking and traffic regulations, and various contracts and grants. The public can comment on agenda items.

• Bond ordinance for Memorial Park I improvements, appropriating $640,000 and issuing $580,000 in bonds
• Ordinance to amend handicapped parking locations on East Centre Street and Evelyn Place
• Ordinance to amend municipal parking lot hours and fees
• Resolution authorizing up to $150,000 for feasibility study on acquiring property for public use
• Contract award to Primepoint, LLC for ACA Reporting Services totaling $7,375

The Board of Commissioners introduced several ordinances, including a $640,000 bond ordinance for Memorial Park I improvements, and passed resolutions authorizing contracts and grants. The meeting also included a presentation from the Van Riper House nonprofit about restoration plans and water/sewer connection challenges. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Introduced bond ordinance for Memorial Park I improvements, appropriating $640,000 and issuing $580,000 in bonds (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to add handicapped parking at 81 East Centre Street (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to add handicapped parking at 43 Evelyn Street (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to adjust municipal parking lot fees (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to change parking meter zones to two-hour limits (5-0)
• Approved $5,130,508.92 in bills and payroll (5-0)
• Authorized up to $150,000 for preliminary property acquisition costs (5-0)
• Approved $45,150 Safe and Secure Communities grant from NJ Attorney General (5-0)

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met on September 19, 2024, and approved the minutes from the August 15 meeting. They discussed ongoing efforts to acquire a historical marker for Town Hall, with a suggestion to research pricing, and reported that all final signatures have been received to finalize the landmarking of 11 Irving Place. No new business or public comment was presented.

• Approved minutes from August 15, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed researching pricing for a Town Hall historical marker
• Reported final signatures received to finalize landmarking of 11 Irving Place
• Discussed Speer House and Passaic Avenue/Lakeside Drive corner as potential landmark candidates

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is meeting to conduct a final site plan and major subdivision hearing for a project on Clover Street, and to schedule a hearing for 530 Franklin Avenue. The agenda is otherwise routine, including approval of minutes and public comments on agenda items.

• Final Site Plan and Major Subdivision Hearing - Clover Street
• Schedule Hearing - 530 Franklin Avenue

The Nutley Planning Board approved the final site plan and major subdivision on Clover Street, along with the accompanying resolution, after addressing public questions about drainage, sewer, and maintenance. The board also accepted the September 4, 2024 meeting minutes and approved a $150 invoice for minute preparation.

• Approved final site plan and major subdivision on Clover Street (6-0)
• Approved the resolution for the Clover Street application with notation of public comments (6-0)
• Accepted September 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Meredith Blank for minute preparation

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting with a public hearing on Ordinance 3561, which sets salaries for non-union employees effective January 1, 2024. The board will also vote on 21 resolutions, including a five-year solid waste collection contract not to exceed $8,219,500, several tax refunds, and various commendations.

• Ordinance 3561: Fix salaries of certain officers and employees (non-union) effective Jan 1, 2024
• Resolution 261-24: Award contract to F. Basso Jr. Rubbish Removal, Inc. for solid waste, yard waste, bulk waste collection, not to exceed $8,219,500 (Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2029)
• Resolution 242-24: 100% property tax exemption for Carlos Christian Espinoza and Jessica Reyes at 101 River Road, Unit B-3, with $791.31 refund
• Resolution 257-24: Refund $5,000 filming performance bond to NBC Universal / WNBC
• Resolution 241-24: Refund overpayment of tax charges totaling $4,314.70

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on September 16, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The board will consider eight applications, including a townhouse development, a conversion to a two-family dwelling, and several fence, deck, and driveway proposals. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per person.

• 34 Humbert Street—Townhouse Residential Development
• 478 Centre Street—Convert one-family dwelling to two-family
• 38 Joerg Avenue—Addition, additional dwelling unit, driveway/curb cut
• 205 Raymond Avenue—Demolish garage, install shed
• 487 Walnut Street—Rear yard deck

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is meeting on September 4, 2024, with no applications scheduled for hearing. The board will discuss potential prohibited uses, including community drop-in centers, animal shelters, short-term rentals, and other uses, as a workshop issue. They will also hold an executive session for legal advice and schedule a public hearing for September 18 on Clover Street.

• Memorialization of resolution for 382 Franklin Avenue
• Workshop on potential prohibited uses: community drop-in centers, dog pounds, animal shelters, exotic pets, livestock, short-term rentals, accessory dwellings, pawn shops, smoke shops, bail bondsmen, check cashing establishments
• Scheduled future hearing: Clover Street, September 18, 2024
• Executive session for attorney-client privileged legal advice

The Nutley Planning Board held a workshop to refine a list of prohibited uses, discussing items like body modifications, cannabis establishments, and short-term rentals. No formal decisions were made; the board agreed to further investigate certain topics and schedule another Zoning Committee meeting. The board also approved invoices for professional services and accepted the August 7 meeting minutes.

• Accepted August 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation
• Approved $945 invoice for Ricci Planning for 382 Franklin Avenue review
• Approved $776 invoice for Pennoni Associates for Clover Street application
• Approved $800 invoice for Barry Kozyra for Clover Street special meeting
• Decided not to prohibit community drop-in centers (existing services valued)
• Agreed to further investigate body modifications and community drop-in centers
• Agreed to schedule another Zoning Committee meeting to continue discussions

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on an ordinance granting a tax exemption to Diamond Spring Real Estate Investment Urban Renewal, Inc. and will vote on eight resolutions, including a $8.2 million solid waste collection contract and a recycling marketing contract extension. The agenda also includes a social affair permit application and a code enforcement report.

• Ordinance No. 3562: financial agreement and tax exemption for Diamond Spring Real Estate Investment Urban Renewal, Inc.
• Resolution No. 238-24: award contract to F. Basso Jr. Rubbish Removal, Inc. for solid waste, yard waste, bulk waste collection, not to exceed $8,219,500.00 (tabled)
• Resolution No. 233-24: contract extension to Integrity Recycling and Waste Solutions, Inc. for recycling marketing, not to exceed $60,000.00
• Resolution No. 237-24: advertise for sealed bids for sewer line camera inspection, cleaning, and relining
• Resolution No. 231-24 and 232-24: advertise for RFQs for risk manager and insurance consulting

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including introducing a salary ordinance for non-union employees, holding a public hearing on a handicapped parking amendment, and voting on 16 resolutions covering contracts, refunds, and grants. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, a proclamation, and public comment.

• Ordinance 3561: Fix salaries for non-union employees effective Jan 1, 2024 (public hearing Sept 17)
• Ordinance 3560: Amend handicapped parking locations (public hearing)
• Resolution 225-24: Award $35,000 contract to The Banker Group for redevelopment financial review
• Resolution 228-24: Award $375,000 dental insurance contract to Delta Dental (2025-2027)
• Resolution 222-24: 100% property tax exemption for Omar Rueda at 51 Manhattan Court, refund $2,094.40

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on August 19, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The board will consider two applications: a request for an additional driveway at 15 Wilson Street and a violation/application for a two-story garage addition at 95 Prospect Street. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, memorialization of resolutions, and public comment.

• 15 Wilson Street—Additional Driveway
• 95 Prospect Street—LAE-Violation/Two-Story Garage Addition
• Approval of minutes and invoices
• Memorialization of resolutions from previous meeting
• Public comment (3 minutes per person)

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a permit for Joseph Colgan and Giovanna Vertiz to keep a two-story addition to an existing garage at 95 Prospect, with conditions including no electric, water, or heating and no permanent stairs. A separate application by Michael Martone for an additional driveway at 15 Wilson Street was adjourned to the September 16 meeting because the applicant could not attend.

• Approved two-story garage addition at 95 Prospect with conditions (4-0)
• Adjourned driveway application at 15 Wilson Street to September 16 meeting (4-0)

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met on August 15, 2024, and approved the minutes from June 20. They discussed ongoing efforts to install a historic marker at Town Hall, including cost quotes and draft text, and noted that the landmarking of 11 Irving Place was unanimously approved by the Planning Board on July 10. The committee also reviewed a list of landmarked properties and discussed a $10,000 budget line item for historic preservation.

• Approved June 20, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed historic marker at Town Hall; cost quotes needed
• Noted unanimous Planning Board approval of 11 Irving Place landmarking
• Reviewed list of landmarked properties; to be sent to Building Department
• Discussed $10,000 Historic Preservation budget line item; inquiry to be made

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board will hold a public meeting on August 7, 2024, to hear an application for 382 Franklin Avenue and memorialize a resolution designating 11 Irving Place as a historic landmark. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and schedule a future hearing for Clover Street. Public comments are limited to agenda items only.

• Hearing on application for 382 Franklin Avenue
• Memorialization of resolution for 11 Irving Place as a Historic Landmark
• Scheduling of future hearing for Clover Street
• Approval of minutes from previous meetings

The Nutley Planning Board approved a site plan for 382 Franklin Avenue, allowing retail/commercial space on the first floor and three apartments above, with 12 stipulations added to the resolution. The vote was 8-1, with Mayor Kelly dissenting. The board also approved invoices for meeting minutes and engineering services, and signed a resolution for the 11 Irving Place Historic Landmark application.

• Approved site plan for 382 Franklin Avenue with 12 stipulations (8-1)
• Approved $150 invoice for Meredith Blank for July 10, 2024 minutes
• Approved $851 invoice #1230468 for Pennoni Associates for 382 Franklin Avenue services
• Approved and signed resolution for 11 Irving Place Historic Landmark application

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on August 6, 2024, with several ordinances and resolutions up for discussion or decision. Key items include introducing a salary ordinance for non-union employees, a financial agreement with Diamond Spring Real Estate for a tax exemption, and a public hearing on a $70,000 fiber line extension to municipal parks. The board will also vote on contracts, including a $512,431.38 road improvement project on Coeyman Avenue and a $65,000 soccer rink re-turfing.

• Ordinance 3561: Fix salaries of non-union township officers/employees effective Jan 1, 2024 (public hearing Sept 3)
• Ordinance 3562: Authorize financial agreement with Diamond Spring Real Estate Investment Urban Renewal, Inc. and grant tax exemption (public hearing Sept 3)
• Ordinance 3559: Public hearing on $70,000 appropriation to extend municipal fiber line to parks on Hancox Ave
• Resolution 206-24: Award contract to D&L Paving Contractors for Coeyman Ave roadway improvements (Bloomfield Ave to Bloomfield border), not to exceed $512,431.38
• Resolution 200-24: Award contract to Athletic Fields of America for re-turfing Monsignor Owens Park soccer rink, total $126,739.44

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on July 16, 2024, with several ordinances and resolutions on the agenda. They will introduce an ordinance to add a handicapped parking location, hold public hearings on a stormwater salt storage ordinance and another handicapped parking ordinance, and vote on resolutions including a property tax exemption, liquor license renewals, and a change order for a road project.

• Ordinance 3560: Add handicapped parking location (public hearing Aug 20)
• Ordinance 3557: Privately-owned salt storage for stormwater compliance (public hearing)
• Ordinance 3558: Add handicapped parking at 51 Passaic Avenue (public hearing)
• Resolution 191-24: 100% property tax exemption for Gabriel Tortora, refund $3,864.32
• Resolution 193-24: Change Order No. 1 for King Street Roadway Improvement, decrease $11,575.61

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on July 15, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The board will consider six applications for variances or approvals, including changes of use, additions, and a garage conversion. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and memorializing resolutions from previous meetings.

• 72 East Centre Street: change of use/additions
• 67 King Street: demolish garage, addition to two-family dwelling
• 11 Knox Place: convert garage into living space
• 19 Linden Place: second story addition over sunroom
• 95 Prospect Street: violation/two-story garage addition

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board will hold a routine meeting to approve previous minutes and hear a presentation from the Historic Preservation Committee regarding 11 Irving Place. The agenda notes that no new business applications are scheduled for a hearing on this date. A future hearing for 382 Franklin Avenue is scheduled for August 7, 2024.

• Historic Preservation Committee presentation regarding 11 Irving Place
• Future hearing scheduled for 382 Franklin Avenue on August 7, 2024

The Nutley Planning Board unanimously approved the historic landmark designation for 11 Irving Place, covering only the front and side exteriors, excluding the interior, back, and landscaping. The board also approved invoices for minutes preparation and an engineering application, tabled the Clover Street subdivision hearing due to incomplete information, and adjourned the 382 Franklin Ave application to August 7.

• Approved historic landmark designation for 11 Irving Place (unanimous)
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation
• Approved $2,080.50 invoice for Pennoni Associates for 382 Franklin Ave application
• Tabled Clover Street final major subdivision hearing due to lack of information
• Adjourned 382 Franklin Ave application to August 7, 2024

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing and second reading on three ordinances totaling over $4.9 million for infrastructure and water utility improvements. The board will also introduce an ordinance to extend municipal fiber lines to parks on Hancox Ave for $70,000. Additionally, the board will approve the 2024 estimated tax levy of $130,903,343 and authorize sealed bids for road and sewer projects.

• Ordinance 3554: Appropriates $2,602,479.68 for various improvements, largely from American Rescue Plan Act grants
• Ordinance 3555: Bond ordinance appropriating $2,030,000 for township improvements
• Ordinance 3556: Bond ordinance appropriating $285,000 for water utility improvements
• Resolution 178-24: Contract with Ricci Planning for zoning ordinance revisions not to exceed $2,500
• Resolution 182-24: Advertise sealed bids for 2024 Coeyman Avenue Roadway Improvement Project

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met on June 20, 2024, and accepted the May 16 minutes as presented. Members prepared for the upcoming July 10 landmarking hearing for 11 Irving Place, with a presentation to be prepared by two members. No new business or public comment was conducted, and the meeting adjourned at 7:58 PM.

• Accepted May 16, 2024 meeting minutes as presented
• Scheduled 11 Irving Place landmarking hearing for July 10
• Assigned Michels and Intindola to prepare presentation for July 10 hearing
• Distributed proposed language for Town Hall historic marker

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board met on June 19, 2024, with no new applications or hearings scheduled for that evening. The board scheduled a future hearing for 382 Franklin Avenue and a Historic Preservation Committee presentation for July 10, 2024. Additionally, the board discussed a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 700 of the Code regarding R-1 Zoning District, PODs, and Short-Term Rentals.

• Schedule Hearing - 382 Franklin Avenue
• Historic Preservation Committee Presentation - 11 Irving Place scheduled for July 10, 2024
• Discussion of proposed Ordinance to Amend Chapter 700 of the Code of the Township of Nutley - R-1 Zoning District, PODs and Short-Term Rental

The Nutley Planning Board held a workshop to discuss proposed ordinance changes, including prohibiting certain businesses like pawn shops, bail bondsmen, and check cashing, as well as regulating short-term rentals, mechanical equipment on commercial properties, and storage pods. No formal decisions were made on these topics; they were tabled for future workshop meetings. The board also approved minutes from the June 5 meeting and an invoice for minute preparation.

• Approved June 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation
• Confirmed hearing for 382 Franklin Avenue for July 10, 2024
• Confirmed Historic Preservation Committee hearing for 11 Irving Place for July 10, 2024
• Decided to defer decision on expert testimony for August 7 meeting until after July 10 hearing
• Discussed prohibited uses (pawn shops, bail bondsmen, check cashing) for future ordinance changes
• Discussed short-term rentals and mother-daughter houses for future workshop
• Discussed mechanical equipment and pods regulations for future workshop

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing on the 2024 municipal budget and proposed amendments to water and sewer rate ordinances. The board will also vote on a resolution to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank. Additionally, the agenda includes the introduction of two new ordinances regarding stormwater compliance and handicapped parking, both scheduled for public hearing on July 16, 2024.

• Public hearing and vote on 2024 Municipal Budget and Resolution No. 168-24 for budget amendment
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 3552 amending Water Regulations and Rates (Chapter 685)
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 3553 adding Sewer Rates (Chapter 585)
• Resolution No. 172-24 to purchase a 2024 CAT-Caterpillar Inc. Model 420 x e Backhoe Loader for $175,644.00
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 3557 adding privately-owned salt storage regulations for NJDEP compliance

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on June 17, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The board will consider nine applications for variances and permits, including a proposal to increase dwelling units and construct a parking lot at 220 Park Avenue. The meeting will also include approval of minutes, memorialization of resolutions, and public comment.

• 220 Park Avenue: increasing dwelling units, parking lot construction, expanding a non-conforming lot
• 78 William Street: driveway construction
• 106 Hopper Avenue: three-season room addition
• 293 Grant Avenue: demolish and rebuild garage, front yard fence (corner property)
• 15 Wilson Street: additional driveway

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment approved seven variances at its June 17, 2024 meeting, including a request by Summit Properties to increase dwelling units from five to six and add a parking lot. Other approvals included a compact car driveway, a three-season room, a two-story garage, a shed, and three fence variances. One application was adjourned because the applicant did not appear.

• Approved Summit Properties variance for 6th dwelling unit and new parking lot (7-0)
• Approved compact car driveway and entry vestibule at 78 Williams St (6-1)
• Approved three-season room addition at 106 Hopper (7-0)
• Approved two-story garage and covered patio at 293 Grant Ave (7-0)
• Approved garage demolition and shed installation at 326 Hillside (7-0)
• Approved 4-foot fence at 151 Stager St (7-0)
• Approved 6-foot fence at 4 Hudson St (7-0)
• Adjourned driveway application at 15 Wilson St to July 15, 2024 (applicant absent)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is introducing three ordinances for public hearing on July 2, 2024, including a $2,602,479.68 appropriation from American Rescue Plan Act funds and two bond issuances totaling over $2.3 million for general and water utility improvements. The board is also taking a second reading on a $400,000 ordinance for equipment and infrastructure. Additionally, the agenda includes 13 resolutions covering tax exemptions, police contracts, and event permits.

• Ordinance 3554 appropriates $2,602,479.68 for township improvements, funded by ARPA grants and capital funds.
• Ordinance 3555 authorizes the issuance of $1,932,500 in bonds for various township improvements.
• Ordinance 3556 authorizes the issuance of $271,250 in bonds for water utility improvements.
• Ordinance 3550, on second reading, appropriates $400,000 for equipment purchase and exterior infrastructure improvements.
• Resolution 150-24 awards a $60,500 contract to Turnout Uniforms for police, dispatcher, and crossing guard uniforms.

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board will hold a routine meeting with no applications or hearings scheduled for the evening. The board will review a committee recommendation regarding a minor subdivision at 567 Bloomfield Avenue. Additionally, the board will schedule a future hearing for a property at 382 Franklin Avenue.

• Schedule hearing for 382 Franklin Avenue
• Review Minor Subdivision Committee Recommendation for 567 Bloomfield Avenue

The Nutley Planning Board approved a resolution recommending a draft ordinance that would allow the Zoning and Planning Boards to grant a one-year extension for construction approvals, with the condition that if construction doesn't start within the second year, the approval is lost. The board also approved the minutes from May 1, 2024, an invoice for meeting preparation, and a minor subdivision at 567 Bloomfield Avenue. Future hearings were scheduled for July 10, 2024.

• Approved resolution recommending ordinance for one-year construction approval extension (voice vote)
• Approved May 1, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation
• Approved 567 Bloomfield Avenue Minor Subdivision (unanimous voice vote)
• Scheduled hearing for 382 Franklin Avenue for July 10, 2024
• Scheduled hearing on Irving Street for July 10, 2024

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is voting on the 2024 municipal budget and awarding a $1,124,000 contract for a township generator project. The board will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance to remove a specific location for handicapped parking. Additionally, the board is approving a contract for goose control services and processing tax refunds.

• Resolution No. 136-24: Contract award to Montillo Electric, LLC for the Township Generator Project, not to exceed $1,124,000.00
• Resolution No. 132-24: Introduction of the 2024 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance No. 3549: Second reading and public hearing to amend Chapter 228, Section 29A regarding Handicapped Parking locations
• Resolution No. 135-24: Contract award to Preferred Outdoor Experience, LLC (Geese Chasers) for park maintenance, not to exceed $23,868.00
• Resolution No. 133-24: Authorization to refund overpayment of tax charges totaling $2,650.05

Board of Commissioners Meetings

This is a re-organization meeting for the Township of Nutley Board of Commissioners. The body will swear in five newly elected members, appoint John V. Kelly, III as Mayor, and assign commissioners to specific departments. The meeting also includes the appointment of a Municipal Judge and Municipal Attorney, along with a resolution to ratify prior actions.

• Appointment of John V. Kelly, III as Mayor (Resolution No. 116-24)
• Swearing in of Commissioners Thomas J. Evans, Mauro G. Tucci, Joseph P. Scarpelli, Alphonse Petracco, and John V. Kelly, III
• Department assignments for Revenue & Finance, Parks & Public Property, Public Works, Public Safety, and Public Affairs
• Appointment of Hon. Alan J. Genitempo as Municipal Judge (Resolution No. 130-24)
• Appointment of Jonathan Bruno, Esq. as Municipal Attorney (Resolution No. 131-24)

The Board of Commissioners appointed John V. Kelly, III as Mayor and assigned each commissioner a department director role. The board also reappointed the municipal judge and township attorney, adopted a cash management plan, and ratified prior resolutions.

• Appointed John V. Kelly, III as Mayor (Resolution 116-24)
• Appointed Thomas J. Evans as Director of Revenue and Finance (Resolution 117-24)
• Appointed Mauro G. Tucci as Director of Parks and Public Property (Resolution 118-24)
• Appointed Joseph P. Scarpelli as Director of Public Works (Resolution 119-24)
• Appointed Alphonse Petracco as Director of Public Safety (Resolution 120-24)
• Appointed John V. Kelly, III as Director of Public Affairs (Resolution 121-24)
• Reappointed Alan J. Genitempo as Municipal Judge for a 3-year term (Resolution 130-24)
• Reappointed Jonathan Bruno, Esq. as Township Attorney for a 1-year term (Resolution 131-24)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting on May 20, 2024, to review nine specific property applications. The agenda includes requests for variances, additions, and construction projects at various addresses in the municipality. The board will also approve previous minutes and resolutions before hearing public comment.

• 220 Park Avenue: Application to increase dwelling units, construct a parking lot, and expand a non-conforming lot
• 85 Park Avenue: Use variance request for Vive Autobody located at 95 Park Avenue
• 27 Calico Lane: Request to extend an existing variance
• 67 King Street: Application to demolish an existing garage and add to a two-family dwelling
• 106 Hopper Avenue: Proposed three-season room addition

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee voted to recommend 11 Irving Place as a Township landmark, adding language noting the owner was notified. The committee also reviewed preliminary drawings for nonconforming structures at 232 Highfield Lane, requesting more detail, and discussed a historic marker for Town Hall. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended 11 Irving Place as a Township landmark (motion carried)
• Amended resolution to note owner notification (motion carried)
• Accepted April 18, 2024 minutes as presented
• Requested additional drawings for 232 Highfield Lane (elevations, materials)

Home Page Calendar

The Township of Nutley Board of Commissioners met on May 10, 2024, specifically for a budget workshop. The sole substantive agenda item was a discussion of the 2024 Municipal Budget. No specific dollar amounts, votes, or final decisions were recorded in the provided agenda text.

• Discussion of the 2024 Municipal Budget

Rent Leveling Board Meetings

The Nutley Rent Leveling Board will hold a public meeting to address landlord and tenant issues and the electronic collection of rent rosters. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of previous minutes. No specific dollar amounts, ordinances, or rezonings are listed in the provided text.

• Discussion of landlord/tenant issues
• Review of electronic collection of Rent Rosters
• Approval of April 11, 2024 minutes

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on May 7, 2024, with public hearings on two ordinances and introduction of a $400,000 bond for equipment and infrastructure. They will also vote on 12 resolutions, including a $74,664 public health grant application and a bid authorization for waste collection services. Several proclamations and permit requests are on the agenda.

• Ordinance 3550: $400,000 appropriation for equipment purchase and exterior infrastructure improvements (public hearing June 6)
• Ordinance 3548: $250,000 appropriation for exterior infrastructure improvements (public hearing May 7)
• Resolution 110-24: Approve grant application for Strengthening Local Public Health Capacity Program, $74,664
• Resolution 113-24: Advertise for sealed bids for solid waste collection and disposal, bids open July 17
• Resolution 104-24: Refund $1,466.13 in water charge overpayments

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board meets to hear a specific application at 129 Whitford Avenue and review a presentation on amending the Master Plan's Housing Plan Element regarding Fair Share. The board also schedules a future hearing for 382 Franklin Avenue. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approving previous minutes and reviewing communications.

• Hearing for application at 129 Whitford Avenue
• Presentation on Master Plan Amendment to Housing Plan Element and Fair Share by Paul Ricci
• Scheduling of hearing for 382 Franklin Avenue

The Nutley Planning Board unanimously approved an amendment to the Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, incorporating court-ordered changes to the Prism site (increasing affordable units from 55 to 65, including 10 special needs units) and updated lot/block numbers. The board also approved an application for an inground pool at 129 Whitford Avenue, allowing the deck to be excluded from impervious coverage calculations. Two invoices were approved, and the May 15 meeting was canceled.

• Approved amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (unanimous)
• Approved inground pool application at 129 Whitford Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for April 24 minutes
• Approved $4,349.50 invoice for Pennoni Associates for Diamond Springs Redevelopment services
• Accepted April 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Canceled May 15, 2024 meeting

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is meeting jointly with the Zoning Board and Board of Commissioners. No new business or applications are scheduled for this meeting, but two hearings are set for May 1: one for 129 Whitford Avenue and one for an amendment to the Housing Element and Fair Share Plan.

• Joint meeting with Zoning Board of Adjustment and Board of Commissioners
• Hearing scheduled for May 1, 2024: 129 Whitford Avenue
• Hearing scheduled for May 1, 2024: Amendment to Housing Element and Fair Share Plan

The Nutley Planning Board accepted the March 20, 2024 meeting minutes and approved two invoices: $150 for minute preparation and $800 for legal attendance at a pre-construction meeting. Hearings for 129 Whitford Avenue and the Housing Element and Fair Share Plan amendment were confirmed for May 1, 2024. The Zoning Board reported its 2023 activity, including 55 submissions with 15 granted as requested, 33 granted with conditions, 4 denied, and 3 withdrawn, and suggested areas for code review.

• Accepted March 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minute preparation
• Approved $800 invoice for Barry Kozyra, Esq. for pre-construction meeting attendance
• Confirmed hearings for 129 Whitford Avenue and Housing Element amendment for May 1, 2024

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee reviewed a site inspection of 232 Highfield Lane (Bedford House), where two unapproved structures were found. The owner agreed to submit updated drawings for a future Certificate of Appropriateness. The committee also reviewed a draft resolution for landmarking 11 Irving Place, with a vote scheduled for the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from Aug 17, Nov 16, Dec 21, 2023, and Mar 21, 2024 (unanimous)
• Owner of 232 Highfield Lane to submit updated drawings for unapproved fireplace and ramp/patio
• Draft resolution 24-01 for landmark recommendation of 11 Irving Place reviewed; vote next meeting
• Owner of 232 Highfield Lane to receive historic marker types from committee

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will vote on 14 resolutions, including an emergency contract for fire engine repairs and an affordable housing agreement. The board will also introduce an ordinance to amend handicapped parking rules, with a public hearing scheduled for May 21, 2024. Additionally, the board will appoint an Acting Chief Financial Officer and adopt new police department rules.

• Resolution 92-24: Purchase order to FF1 Apparatus, LLC for emergency repairs to Fire Engine 5 totaling $10,581.25
• Resolution 98-24: Authorization of an Affordable Housing agreement and amended spending plan
• Ordinance 3549: Amendment to Chapter 228, Article VII, Section 29A regarding Handicapped Parking (Public Hearing May 21, 2024)
• Resolution 88-24: Appointment of Stephanie Santana as Acting Chief Financial Officer for the term April 8, 2024 through April 8, 2025
• Resolution 101-24: Adoption of the Nutley Police Department Rules and Regulations

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold its regular meeting on April 15, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes two specific applications: a use variance for Vive Autobody at 95 Park Avenue (listed under 85 Park Avenue) and a request for an attached pool and lot coverage at 78 Mount Vernon Street. The board will also approve previous minutes and resolutions before moving to new business and public comment.

• Use Variance application for Vive Autobody at 95 Park Avenue
• Attached Pool/Lot Coverage application at 78 Mount Vernon Street

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting on April 2, 2024, to consider ordinances and resolutions. Key items include introducing a $250,000 infrastructure improvement ordinance, holding public hearings on police and fire chief salary ordinances, and voting on a $596,000 contract for Municipal Plaza improvements. The agenda also includes routine items like bill approvals and reports.

• Contract award to Zuccaro, Inc. for Municipal Plaza improvements, not to exceed $596,000
• Ordinance No. 3548: $250,000 appropriation for exterior infrastructure improvements (introduced)
• Public hearings on ordinances fixing police chief and fire chief salaries (2021-2025)
• Refund of $6,524.68 property tax overpayment (37 Park Avenue) and $16,983.36 escrow refund (127 King Street)
• Acceptance of $45,150 Safe and Secure Communities Program grant

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee unanimously approved a motion for an onsite inspection of 232 Highfield Lane (Bedford House) to address expired certificates of appropriateness and a material deviation (outdoor fireplace). No official action on the expired CoAs was taken, pending the inspection. The committee also discussed a resident's interest in landmarking his home at 11 Irving Place.

• Approved onsite inspection of 232 Highfield Lane led by Sal Corvino with Construction Code Official (unanimous)
• Recognized outdoor fireplace at 232 Highfield Lane as material deviation from CoAs 001-004A
• Did not recognize exposed rafters as material deviation from CoAs
• No official action on expired certificates of appropriateness for 232 Highfield Lane
• Accepted February 15, 2024 minutes with typographical corrections (unanimous)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is holding a routine procedural meeting with no applications, hearings, or new business items on the agenda. The only substantive item is a notice that a joint meeting with the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Board of Commissioners, and Board of Education is scheduled for April 24, 2024. The agenda consists entirely of standard administrative steps such as roll call, approval of previous minutes, and public comments.

• Joint meeting with Zoning Board of Adjustment, Board of Commissioners, and Board of Education scheduled for April 24, 2024
• No applications or hearings scheduled for this meeting
• No new business items listed

The Nutley Planning Board meeting on March 20, 2024, was largely procedural. The board approved the minutes from the March 6, 2024 meeting and an invoice for Gail Santasieri's services. They also confirmed the April 24, 2024 joint meeting date. No substantive decisions were made; discussions included updates on the Diamond Spring project, Clover Street, and Affordable Housing.

• Approved March 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri
• Confirmed April 24, 2024 joint meeting date

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is scheduled to approve 13 resolutions, including a $5,000 change order for environmental remediation at Glotzbach Field and Tremont Place. The board will also authorize the advertisement of sealed bids for police and crossing guard uniforms. Additionally, the agenda includes several small refunds for water, tax, and zoning overpayments, as well as recognitions for local high school athletes.

• Resolution 64-24: $5,000 change order for Viridian Environmental Consultants regarding NJDEP response for Glotzbach Field and Tremont Place Remediation
• Resolution 67-24: Authorize advertisement for sealed bids for Police and Crossing Guard Uniforms, to be opened April 10, 2024
• Resolution 66-24: $883.98 refund of tax charges for 116 Harrison Street due to successful tax court judgment
• Resolution 61-24: $250.00 refund of tax charges for 267 Coeyman Avenue
• Resolution 60-24: $119.00 refund of water charges for 15 Duncan Place

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved the February 20, 2024 minutes, a $11.4 million bill list, and several resolutions including honors for local athletes, a National Public Health Week proclamation, refunds, and a bid authorization for police and crossing guard uniforms. The board also approved a $5,000 change order for environmental consulting and a resolution for the Municipal Alliance grant application. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter closed session for contract negotiations and litigation.

• Approved February 20, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved bill list totaling $11,397,849.02 (5-0)
• Approved resolution honoring Girls Competition Cheer Team (5-0)
• Approved resolution honoring wrestlers Isabella Bobadilla, Carina Rivera, and Brandon Toranzo (5-0)
• Approved National Public Health Week proclamation (5-0)
• Approved refunds for water, tax, zoning, and tax court overpayments (5-0)
• Authorized sealed bids for police and crossing guard uniforms (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Alliance grant application for FY2025 (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on March 18, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes two specific zoning applications: one for increasing dwelling units and parking at 220 Park Avenue, and another for a side yard fence at 78 Passaic Avenue. The board will also approve previous minutes and resolutions.

• Application at 220 Park Avenue for increasing dwelling units, parking lot construction, and expanding a non-conforming lot
• Application at 78 Passaic Avenue for a side yard fence

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a 6-foot solid fence at 78 Passaic Avenue, allowing it to exceed the 4-foot height limit for side yards. The board also adjourned a separate application for 220 Park Avenue to its May 20 meeting, with no decision made.

• Approved 6-foot side yard fence variance at 78 Passaic Ave (6-0)
• Adjourned 220 Park Ave application to add a dwelling unit and parking lot to May 20 meeting (7-0)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board held a procedural meeting on March 6, 2024, with no new applications or hearings scheduled. The board memorialized resolutions from previous meetings regarding three specific addresses and confirmed a joint meeting with other local boards for April 24, 2024.

• Memorialization of resolutions for 91 Margaret Avenue
• Memorialization of resolutions for 135 Whitford Avenue
• Memorialization of resolutions for 35 Evergreen Avenue (Redevelopment Plan - Former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club)
• Confirmation of joint meeting with Zoning Board of Adjustment, Board of Commissioners, and Board of Education on April 24, 2024

The Nutley Planning Board approved resolutions for two variance applications and the Former Diamond Spring Redevelopment Plan, with minor amendments to be made. The board also confirmed the April 24 joint meeting date and discussed a possible affordable housing amendment to the Master Plan.

• Approved minutes from February 21, 2024 meeting
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation
• Approved $2,598.75 invoice to RicciPlanning for Diamond Springs Redevelopment
• Approved $742.50 invoice to RicciPlanning for February services
• Approved resolution for 91 Margaret Avenue variance application (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for 135 Whitford Avenue variance application (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Former Diamond Spring Redevelopment Plan with amendments (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will introduce two ordinances to fix salaries for the Chief of Police and Fire Chief, effective through 2025. The board will also take a second reading on an ordinance establishing a Municipal Military Banner Program. Additionally, the board will approve a resolution of need for an affordable housing project and authorize a contract for outside litigation counsel.

• Ordinance 3545: Fix salaries for Chief of Police (Public Hearing April 2, 2024)
• Ordinance 3546: Fix salaries for Fire Chief (Public Hearing April 2, 2024)
• Ordinance 3544: Second reading on Municipal Military Banner Program
• Resolution 57-24: Resolution of need for Affordable Housing Project
• Resolution 58-24: Contract for outside litigation counsel not to exceed $30,000.00

The Board of Commissioners approved the bill list totaling $5,806,946.23, introduced two salary ordinances (No. 3545 and 3546) for second reading, and adopted Ordinance No. 3544 establishing a Municipal Military Banner Program. Resolutions included authorizing sealed bids for generators, applying for a $100,000 recreation grant, approving a raffle license, supporting a 65-unit affordable housing project, and contracting outside counsel. The meeting also featured proclamations for Black Balloon Day, Colorectal Awareness Month, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month, and ended with a closed executive session.

• Approved bill list totaling $5,806,946.23 (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 3545 (salary ordinance) for second reading (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 3546 (salary ordinance) for second reading (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3544 (Municipal Military Banner Program) (5-0)
• Authorized sealed bids for generators for all Township buildings (5-0)
• Authorized application for $100,000 Local Recreation Improvement Grant for Monsignor Owens Park turf (5-0)
• Approved raffle license for Radcliffe School PTO (5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting 65-unit affordable housing project at 310 Kingsland Avenue (5-0)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board will continue the hearing for the redevelopment plan of the former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club. The board will also hold hearings for applications at 91 Margaret Avenue and 135 Whitford Avenue. Additionally, the agenda notes a joint meeting with the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Board of Commissioners, and Board of Education scheduled for April 10, 2024.

• Continuation of hearing for Redevelopment Plan - Former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club
• Hearing for application at 91 Margaret Avenue
• Hearing for application at 135 Whitford Avenue
• Joint meeting with Zoning Board of Adjustment, Board of Commissioners, and Board of Education scheduled for April 10, 2024

The Nutley Planning Board approved a preliminary site plan for the former Diamond Spring redevelopment, with conditions including a 55+ age restriction, electric charging stations, and a maintenance plan for the bioretention system. The board also approved two variance applications: one for a carport and HVAC relocation at 91 Margaret Avenue, and another for a fence and driveway widening at 135 Whitford Avenue. Meeting minutes from February 7, 2024, and invoices for minutes preparation and engineering services were also approved.

• Approved preliminary site plan for Diamond Spring redevelopment with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved variance for carport and HVAC relocation at 91 Margaret Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 5-foot fence and driveway widening at 135 Whitford Avenue (unanimous, Arcuti recused)
• Approved minutes of February 7, 2024 meeting
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation
• Approved $9,185.50 invoice to Pennoni Associates for engineering services

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will approve the 2024 Emergency Temporary Budget Appropriations, which includes $30,491,780.12 for General Appropriations and $2,409,909.62 for Water Utilities. The body will also authorize a $32,400 revenue insertion for the Safe and Secure Communities Program and approve a $12,634.65 change order for recycling services. Additionally, the board will process various permit applications and tax refunds.

• Resolution 46-24: Approve 2024 Emergency Temporary Budget Appropriations ($30,491,780.12 General; $2,409,909.62 Water)
• Resolution 37-24: Insert $32,400.00 revenue for Safe and Secure Communities Program
• Resolution 42-24: Change Order No. 2 with S. Rotondi & Sons, Inc. for recycling vegetative waste ($12,634.65 increase)
• Resolution 36-24: Authorize refund of overpayment of tax charges totaling $73,693.51
• Resolution 38-24: Appoint Joseph Castellano as SLEO III for one year

The Board of Commissioners approved a temporary budget authorization of $48,391,728.11 to keep municipal operations running until the 2024 budget is introduced in April. They also approved several resolutions, including a $32,400 Safe and Secure Communities grant, a $73,693.51 property tax refund, and a change order for a recycling contract. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Commissioner Tucci absent and excused.

• Approved temporary budget authorization of $48,391,728.11 (4-0)
• Approved $32,400 Safe and Secure Communities grant from NJ Attorney General (4-0)
• Approved $73,693.51 property tax refund for 116 Harrison Street (4-0)
• Approved $163.20 permit fee refund to Sunpower Corporation Systems (4-0)
• Approved change order #2 for S. Rotondi & Sons recycling contract, increasing total to $107,634.65 (4-0)
• Approved $32,000 in 2023 appropriation transfers for leaf removal and tipping fees (4-0)
• Approved raffle licenses for Nutley Youth Baseball Club and Nutley Music Boosters (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Joseph Castellano as SLEO III officer (4-0)

Historic Preservation Committee Meetings

The Nutley Historic Preservation Committee met and discussed placing historical markers, starting with Town Hall, and reviewed a resident's request to landmark his home. No formal votes or decisions were taken; actions were limited to assigning follow-ups, such as John Simko approaching Commissioner Tucci about the Town Hall marker.

• Discussed placing historical markers, starting with Town Hall (no vote)
• John Simko to approach Commissioner Tucci about Town Hall marker
• Noted Certificate of Appropriateness expiring on 232 Highfield Lane
• John Simko to explore landmarking properties by a notable African-American architect
• Jim Levendusky to follow up on article about Casale house landmarking
• Jeanne Van Steen recommended pursuing markers for additional sites, including former Annie Oakley house

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on February 12, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes standard procedural items and one scheduled application. The board will consider a request to demolish a garage without rebuilding it and to construct a one-story addition at 36 Friedland Road.

• Application at 36 Friedland Road to demolish a garage (not to rebuild) and add a one-story structure

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board will continue a hearing on the redevelopment plan for the former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club. The board will also schedule a joint meeting with the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Board of Commissioners, and Board of Education at the Parks & Recreation Department. Two additional hearings are scheduled for February 21, 2024, regarding properties at 91 Margaret Avenue and 135 Whitford Avenue.

• Continuation of hearing for Redevelopment Plan - Former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club
• Scheduling of joint meeting with Zoning Board of Adjustment, Board of Commissioners, and Board of Education
• Hearing scheduled for February 21, 2024, at 91 Margaret Avenue
• Hearing scheduled for February 21, 2024, at 135 Whitford Avenue

The Nutley Planning Board accepted minutes and approved invoices, then continued the former Diamond Spring redevelopment hearing to February 21, 2024, after hearing testimony on amended site plans. The applicant waived time constraints, and the board awaits a new traffic report and engineer testimony.

• Accepted January 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for minutes preparation
• Approved $5,564 invoice to Pennoni Associates for Diamond Springs services
• Continued Diamond Spring redevelopment hearing to February 21, 2024

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing on a $1,210,410 grant application to install synthetic turf on tennis courts at Glotzbach Memorial Park. The agenda also includes the introduction of an ordinance for a municipal military banner program and the award of architectural contracts for the Franklin Avenue and Hoffmann-La Roche/On3 Campus redevelopment projects.

• Public hearing on $1,210,410 NJDEP Green Acres/Urban Parks grant for Glotzbach Memorial Park tennis court improvements
• Ordinance No. 3544 introduced to add Chapter 458 'Municipal Military Banner Program' to the Township Code
• Contract awarded to DMR Architects, Inc. for up to $73,320 in planning services for the Hoffmann-La Roche/On3 Campus redevelopment
• Contract awarded to DMR Architects, Inc. for up to $10,000 in planning services for the Franklin Avenue Redevelopment Project
• One-year contract extension to S. Rotondi & Sons, Inc. for vegetative waste recycling not to exceed $80,000

The Nutley Board of Commissioners held a public hearing and approved the submission of a 2024 Green Acres Urban Parks Grant application for synthetic turf installation on the softball field at Glotzbach Memorial Park. The board also passed ordinances for a handicapped parking spot at 69 Race Street and a replacement health department vehicle, and approved several resolutions including contracts for park improvements and professional services.

• Approved Green Acres grant application for Glotzbach Park turf field (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 3542 adding handicapped parking at 69 Race Street (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 3543 for replacement health department vehicle (5-0)
• Approved $1,210,410 Green Acres grant resolution for Glotzbach Park (5-0)
• Awarded $245,945 contract to ATT Sports for Owens Park tennis/pickleball courts (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 DMR Architects contract for Franklin Avenue redevelopment (5-0)
• Approved $73,320 DMR Architects contract for Hoffman-LaRoche/ON3 campus (5-0)
• Approved $80,000 contract to S. Rotondi & Sons for recycling vegetative waste (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meetings

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment is scheduled to review five specific property applications at its January 22 meeting. The agenda includes procedural items such as roll call and approval of previous minutes. The board will hear testimony on the listed applications, with a note that no new testimony will be heard after 11:00 PM.

• 144 Whitford Avenue – Pool and Pool Barrier-Corner Property
• 83 Stanley Avenue – Additions
• 15 Locust Street – New Carport/New Rear Pavilion/Lot Coverage
• 2 Margaret Avenue – Leave As Erected Additions to the Existing House

The Nutley Zoning Board of Adjustment approved four variance applications at its January 22, 2024 meeting. All applications were granted unanimously, with votes of 5-0 or 7-0. The board also re-elected its officers and approved a $150 payment to the recording secretary.

• Approved variance for semi-inground pool at 144 Whitford Ave (5-0)
• Approved second-floor addition variance at 83 Stanley Ave (7-0)
• Approved carport and rear pavilion at 15 Locust St (7-0)
• Approved rear porch addition and second-floor alteration at 2 Margaret Ave (7-0)
• Re-elected Frank Graziano as chairman, Daniel Tolve as vice-chair, Patricia Doherty as secretary, Diana McGovern as attorney, Paul Marranzino as recording secretary (unanimous)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board will continue a hearing on the redevelopment plan for the former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club, and will schedule hearings for properties at 91 Margaret Avenue and 135 Whitford Avenue. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comments on agenda items only.

• Continued hearing: Redevelopment Plan - Former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club
• Schedule hearing: 91 Margaret Avenue
• Schedule hearing: 135 Whitford Avenue
• Public comments on agenda items only (3 minutes)

The Nutley Planning Board approved two invoices, accepted prior meeting minutes, and scheduled hearings for February 21, 2024. The Diamond Spring Redevelopment hearing was continued to February 7, 2024, with all time constraints waived. No substantive decisions were made on applications.

• Approved $150 invoice for Gail Santasieri for January 3, 2024 minutes
• Approved $2,598.75 invoice to RicciPlanning for Diamond Springs Redevelopment services
• Accepted January 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Scheduled hearings for 91 Margaret Avenue and 135 Whitford Avenue for February 21, 2024
• Continued Diamond Spring Redevelopment hearing to February 7, 2024

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners is scheduled to hold second readings on six ordinances, including the creation of a Municipal Water and Sewer Utility chapter and a Sewer Utility Fund. The board will also vote on resolutions to award a $345,000 contract for recycling services and authorize the purchase of a $42,500 vehicle for the Health Department. Additionally, the board will introduce an ordinance appropriating funds for the vehicle replacement and approve the sale of seven non-functional vehicles for $3,000.

• Award contract to F. Basso Jr. Rubbish Removal, Inc. for recycling services not to exceed $345,000.00
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 3536 creating Chapter 112, Municipal Water and Sewer Utility
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 3537 establishing a Sewer Utility Fund
• Introduce Ordinance No. 3543 appropriating $42,500.00 to replace a Health Department vehicle
• Authorize sale of seven non-functional vehicles to Bibbs Auto Recycling for $3,000.00

The Nutley Board of Commissioners approved a $345,000 contract with F. Basso Jr. Rubbish Removal for co-mingled recycling collection, and passed several ordinances including creating municipal water and sewer utility funds, reducing business registration fees, rescinding local pay-to-play rules, removing bus stop locations, and amending floodplain regulations. The board also approved a $42,500 vehicle purchase for the Department of Health and a resolution for a replacement vehicle for Public Affairs, both funded without new debt. A resident raised concerns about a property dispute, and the board moved into closed session for litigation and contract negotiations.

• Approved $345,000 recycling contract with F. Basso Jr. Rubbish Removal (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3536 creating municipal water and sewer utility (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3537 establishing sewer utility fund (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3538 reducing business registration fees (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3539 rescinding local pay-to-play ordinance (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3540 removing bus stop locations (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3541 amending floodplain management regulations (5-0)
• Approved $42,500 vehicle purchase for Department of Health (5-0)

Planning Board Meetings

The Nutley Planning Board is holding its annual reorganization meeting and will continue a public hearing on a redevelopment plan for the former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club site. No new applications or future hearings are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the ongoing redevelopment hearing.

• Continuation of hearing on redevelopment plan for former Diamond Springs Restaurant & Beach Club
• Annual reorganization of board officers, counsel, and recording secretary
• Approval of minutes from previous meetings
• Public comments on agenda items only (3 minutes per person)

The Nutley Planning Board held its reorganization meeting, unanimously reappointing Carol Tangorra as Chair, Marc Arcuti as Vice Chair, and Jerry Del Tufo as Secretary, along with Barry Kozyra as Attorney, Paul Ricci as Planner, and Todd Hay as Engineer for 2024. The board also approved invoices for meeting minutes preparation and engineering services. The continued hearing for the Diamond Springs Redevelopment Plan included testimony from the architect and traffic engineer, but no final decision was made; the hearing was adjourned to January 17, 2024.

• 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 6, 2023 minutes
• Approved $5,816 invoice from Pennoni Associates for Diamond Springs services
• Accepted December 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Continued Diamond Springs hearing to January 17, 2024; no decision made

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Nutley Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on January 2, 2024, to consider resolutions including temporary budget appropriations for 2024, appointments to township positions, and a budget transfer. The agenda also includes introduction of an ordinance to add a handicapped parking location, with a public hearing scheduled for February 6, 2024. The meeting includes public comment on agenda items only.

• Ordinance No. 3542: amend handicapped parking locations (public hearing Feb 6, 2024)
• Resolution No. 01-24: 2024 temporary budget appropriations - General $14,289,414.56, Water $1,200,623.81
• Resolution No. 02-24: 2024 debt service - Current Fund $1,977,140.00, Water $107,889.00
• Resolution No. 06-24: appoint Heather McNamara as Chief Financial Officer
• Resolution No. 05-24: $103,700 budget transfer for Parks & Public Property

The Board of Commissioners approved several appointments and financial measures. Heather McNamara was appointed Chief Financial Officer, Raymond D. Reddin as Municipal Prosecutor, and Joseph Donatiello as Municipal Public Defender, all effective January 1, 2024. The board also passed temporary budget resolutions for 2024, approved a budget transfer for parks and playground salaries, and introduced an ordinance to add handicap parking at 69 Race Street. All votes were unanimous.

• Appointed Heather McNamara as Chief Financial Officer (5-0)
• Appointed Raymond D. Reddin as Municipal Prosecutor (5-0)
• Appointed Joseph Donatiello as Municipal Public Defender (5-0)
• Approved temporary budget resolution 01/24 for current fund and water utility (5-0)
• Approved temporary budget resolution 02/24 for debt service (5-0)
• Approved budget transfer for parks and playground salaries (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance 3542 for handicap parking at 69 Race Street (5-0)