{ "city": "Paramus", "state": "New Jersey", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/paramusborough.org/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-07", "upcoming": [ { "date": "2026-07-09", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board to hear use variance for three-family dwelling on Farview Terrace", "summary": "The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three applications. The most substantial is Docket 7257 requesting a use variance to allow a three-family dwelling in the HCC-2 zone, along with multiple bulk variances. Two residential applications seek variances for patio setbacks and driveway paving on corner lots. The board will also adopt a resolution carried from May for a previous case.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-1884", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Valley Hospital presents conceptual site plan for multi-block project", "summary": "The Paramus Planning Board will hear a conceptual presentation from The Valley Hospital for a site plan covering multiple blocks on From Road and other locations. The board also has several preliminary and final site plan applications, signage requests, and major soil moving permit applications for decision or public hearing. Resolutions include a site plan with a parking variance for Hashemi Group at 625 From Road.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-1885", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Environmental Commission", "headline": "Commission to review draft ordinance banning data centers in all zones", "summary": "The Paramus Environmental Commission will discuss a draft ordinance that would define data centers and prohibit them in all zones, citing concerns over water and energy use. Other items include the Environmental Commission budget, a Saddle River Restoration Grant application, and a Retailer Plastic Reduction Initiative.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-1883", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Paramus Board of Adjustment meeting cancelled", "summary": "The June 25, 2026 meeting of the Paramus Board of Adjustment was cancelled. As a result, a public hearing for a commercial signage proposal was carried to July 23, 2026, and a previously filed resolution for a residential addition was not acted upon.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-1879", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Mayor & Council", "headline": "Paramus Council to adopt 2026 municipal budget", "summary": "The Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting to consider adopting the 2026 municipal budget (Resolution 26-06-386) and several ordinances, including new regulations for fats, oils, and grease in the sewer system. The agenda also includes resolutions authorizing up to $141,921 for a light installation on a new F-550 truck and $133,565 for firefighting turnout gear. Additionally, the council will approve various appointments, seasonal hires, and a shared services agreement with Lyndhurst for tax assessment services.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-1882", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "Board of Health", "headline": "Board of Health to hear animal control Q&A, review pending licenses", "summary": "The Paramus Board of Health will hold a regular meeting on June 22, 2026, with a Q&A session with Tyco Animal Control Services and consideration of pending licenses and permits from March through May 2026. The board will also approve minutes from the May 18 meeting, receive staff and health officer reports, and discuss member attendance and the 2027 meeting schedule.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1880", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board to consider Genesis Housing major site plan at 10 Route 17", "summary": "The Paramus Planning Board will hold public hearings on several applications, including a major site plan for Genesis Housing at 10 Route 17 and soil moving permits for three properties. The board will also accept the resignation of board member Mr. Fichtler and consider minutes from the previous meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-1876", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Mayor & Council", "headline": "Council to vote on $10.15M bond ordinance for public improvements and equipment", "summary": "The Paramus Mayor and Council will consider a $10.15 million bond ordinance to fund various public improvements, equipment, and vehicles, along with a $1.34 million bond for the golf course. The meeting also includes public hearings on ordinances to amend zoning for membership-based warehouse club retail and to revise affordable housing requirements for the Oster Site Redevelopment Area. Numerous resolutions cover personnel appointments, contracts, tax appeals, and a shared services agreement with Rochelle Park for municipal court.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-1878", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board to hear two residential variance requests at Wynetta Place and Adams Lane", "summary": "The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two residential variance applications. Docket No. 7266 Villa at 786 Wynetta Place requests variances for front and rear yard setbacks, impervious coverage, and pool patio distance. Docket No. 7267 Androulakis at 377 Adams Lane seeks a front yard setback variance on a corner lot; a prior 2019 variance is null and void. A commercial application (Billy V's Unique Landscaping) is carried to September 24, 2026. The board will also review its 2025 annual report.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-1874", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Golf Commission", "headline": "Golf Commission to hold closed session on contracts", "summary": "The Paramus Golf Commission is meeting to approve May minutes, receive the May finance report, and hear the general manager's report on a May 25 incident and overflow parking. Old business includes discussion of a tent and restaurant. The meeting will go into closed session to discuss contracts.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-1877", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Planning board to review ordinance revising affordable housing requirements for Oster Site", "summary": "The Paramus Planning Board will hold public hearings on two major site plan applications and consider a proposed ordinance to amend the Oster Site Redevelopment Plan, revising affordable housing requirements. The board will also review a major soil moving permit application for a residential property. Meeting includes approval of previous minutes and vouchers.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06042026-1870", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Environmental Commission", "headline": "Paramus Environmental Commission reviews Bee City USA and Data Center ordinance drafts", "summary": "The Paramus Environmental Commission will review draft ordinances for Bee City USA designation, data centers, and light pollution at its June 3 meeting. The commission also will discuss updates on the Retailer Plastic Reduction Initiative and the Saddle River Restoration project. Other agenda items include collaboration with Paramus High School and planning for community events such as the 4th of July parade and National Night Out.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-1873", "minutes_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06032026-1873", "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05282026-1867", "minutes_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05282026-1867", "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board to hear change-of-use application for 460 Route 17", "summary": "The Paramus Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a change-of-use application for 460 Route 17, as well as two major soil-moving permit applications at 132 Morningside Road and 308 Haywood Drive. The board will also consider resolutions, approve minutes from May 7, 2026, and approve vouchers to be paid.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05212026-1861", "minutes_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05212026-1861", "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "body": "Mayor & Council", "headline": "Council to introduce $10.15M bond for public improvements", "summary": "The Mayor and Council will introduce and adopt several ordinances, including a $10.15 million bond for various public improvements and equipment, and a $1.34 million bond for the golf course utility. They will also consider ordinances related to affordable housing at the Oster Site. Numerous resolutions will be voted on, including awards for intersection improvements, engineering services, and personnel appointments.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-1868", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "body": "Board of Health", "headline": "Board to vote on cat nuisance ordinance amendment", "summary": "The Paramus Board of Health will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance H2026-208, which amends Chapter 169 regarding cat definitions and prohibited animal nuisances. Other agenda items include approval of minutes from March 23, 2026, various staff reports (Health Officer, Environmental, Animal Control, etc.), and pending licenses and permits. The meeting is a regular session with no other major decisions noted.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-1864", "minutes_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05182026-1864", "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Pool Commission", "headline": "Paramus Pool Commission holds procedural meeting, reviews correspondence", "summary": "The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission meets to approve prior minutes, hear public comment, and receive liaison and manager reports. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes on specific items or proposals. Correspondence includes inquiries from residents about memberships and a request from a federal health survey to use the pool parking lot.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05142026-1866", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board of Adjustment discusses three-family dwelling at 34 Farview Terrace", "summary": "The Board is reviewing a proposal by 34 Farview Terr. LLC to construct a three-family dwelling. This application requires several variances regarding building coverage, setbacks, driveway width, and lot dimensions. This item was carried from the April 9, 2026 meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05142026-1860", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-13", "body": "Golf Commission", "headline": "Paramus Golf Commission regular meeting with operational updates", "summary": "This is a standard monthly meeting of the Paramus Golf Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes, correspondence, a finance report, and the general manager's report. Old business items cover a tent, credit card processor Shift4, an outing, restaurant operations, PGA Hope, PGA Junior League, and bunker openings. No new business is listed, and the meeting will include a public comment period and a closed session for contracts.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05132026-1862", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-07", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Board to review zoning amendment for membership warehouse clubs", "summary": "The Paramus Planning Board will hold a public hearing and discuss a proposed ordinance to add a definition and parking requirements for membership-based warehouse club retail uses, and to permit propane sales as an accessory use in HCC and HCC-2 zones. Other items include several resolutions and public hearings for minor site plans, extensions of time, and major soil moving permit applications.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05072026-1853", "minutes_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05072026-1853", "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-06", "body": "Environmental Commission", "headline": "Commission to discuss data center and light pollution ordinance updates", "summary": "The Paramus Environmental Commission will review old business including updates on the Saddle River Restoration, Retailer Plastic Reduction Initiative, and recaps of communications regarding a Data Center Ordinance and Light Pollution Ordinance. New business includes collaboration with Paramus High School and participation in the 4th of July parade and National Night Out.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05062026-1858", "minutes_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05062026-1858", "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-05", "body": "Mayor & Council", "headline": "Council to introduce ordinance regulating membership warehouse clubs in HCC zones", "summary": "The Mayor and Council will introduce three ordinances, including one that would amend the zoning code to define 'membership-based warehouse club retail' uses and set parking requirements, and permit propane sales as an accessory use in the HCC and HCC-2 zones. They will also consider a resolution amending the developer's agreement for the Bergen Town Center site and authorize a professional service contract for appraisal services. A consent agenda includes numerous resolutions for payments, escrow releases, change orders, personnel appointments, and pool-use agreements.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-1859", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-23", "body": "Pool Commission", "headline": "Paramus Pool Commission routine meeting, no major items", "summary": "The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is holding a regular meeting on April 23, 2026. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and various reports (liaison, manager, buildings, snack bar, budget, swim/dive team). No specific decisions or financial figures are listed; the meeting appears procedural.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04232026-1856", "minutes_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04232026-1856", "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-23", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board to hear variance requests for pool, patio, hot tub, and slide at 676 Cambridge Road", "summary": "The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two residential variance applications. One seeks to build an enclosed foyer and open front porch with setback relief at 402 Chestnut Street. The other proposes an inground pool, patio, hot tub, and slide requiring variances for building coverage, impervious coverage, and setbacks at 676 Cambridge Road.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04232026-1852", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-21", "body": "Mayor & Council", "headline": "Public hearings on two Bergen County grant applications for parks and open space", "summary": "The Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on two grant applications to the Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund: one for ADA-compliant upgrades at Sirianni Park, and another for acquisition of a 2.3-acre wooded parcel at Joy Farm for open space preservation. The agenda also includes resolutions authorizing road improvement contracts with D.S. Meyer Enterprises and AJM Contractors, settlements of two lawsuits against the Paramus Police Department, and multiple personnel actions including new patrol officer appointments and step increases.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-1855", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-16", "body": "Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board to hear 460 Route 17 change of use and variances", "summary": "The Paramus Planning Board will consider a resolution for minor site plan approval at 330 Route 17 and hold a public hearing for a change of use with variances at 460 Route 17. The Hashemi Group application at 625 From Road has been carried to the June 4, 2026 meeting and will not be heard. The board will also approve minutes and vouchers.", "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04162026-1846", "minutes_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04162026-1846", "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-09", "body": "Pool Commission", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04092026-1851", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.paramusborough.org/AgendaCenter" } ] }