Pennington, New Jersey
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Borough Council
The council will introduce two bond ordinances totaling $11.5 million for water/sewer utility improvements: $8 million for PFAS remediation and $3.5 million for lead service line replacement. Also on the agenda are a yard waste collection ordinance amendment, a resolution authorizing a deer management contract with Scorpion Outdoors including hunting on designated properties, and a resolution to apply for a NJ Department of Transportation grant for road improvements on Green Street and Broemel Place. Other items include a resolution terminating a probationary police officer and renewing an employee assistance plan contract.
- Introduction of Ordinance #2026-24: $8,000,000 bond for PFAS remediation through water/sewer utility
- Introduction of Ordinance #2026-25: $3,500,000 bond for lead service line replacement
- Resolution 2026-7.1: Authorizing 2026-2027 deer management contract with Scorpion Outdoors including hunting on designated properties
- Resolution 2026-7.8: Authorizing grant application to NJDOT for roadway improvements on Green Street and Broemel Place
- Ordinance #2026-26: Modifying requirements for yard waste collection
Borough Council
The Borough Council holds a work session, voting on a liquor license renewal and a settlement agreement, and discussing yard waste changes, a deer management agreement, and an RFP for police facilities. The tentative regular agenda includes bond ordinances for $11M in PFAS remediation and $3.5M for lead service line replacement through the water/sewer utility.
- Resolution 2026-6.11 renewing Plenary Retail Consumption License #1108-33-001-001 for 2026-2027
- Resolution 2026-6.12 authorizing a settlement agreement
- Ordinance #2026-24: $11,000,000 bond for PFAS remediation via Water/Sewer Utility
- Ordinance #2026-25: $3,500,000 bond for lead service line replacement
- Discussion of deer management agreement and RFP for police/borough facilities
Historic Preservation Commission
The Pennington Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss two applications: siding work at 236 S. Main Street and frontage changes at 12 N. Main Street. Other business includes a signage initiative, annual report, Certified Local Government status, street trees, and possible designation of additional properties. No formal votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.
- Discussion of siding at 236 S. Main Street (Block 703, Lot 24)
- Discussion of frontage at 12 N. Main Street (Block 205, Lot 22)
- Signage Initiative
- Designation of Additional Properties
- Land Use Ordinance Amendments
Environmental Commission
The Pennington Environmental Commission meets to discuss ongoing projects and receive updates. Key items include a recap of the annual presentation to the Borough Council, feedback from the May Community Conversation program, and progress on the site planning checklist. No final decisions or votes on policy are expected; the agenda is largely informational and procedural.
- Recap of June 1 Borough Council presentation on commission accomplishments and priorities
- Feedback and lessons learned from the May Community Conversation program
- Status update on the Environmental Commission Site Planning Checklist draft
- Upcoming volunteer workdays at the Pennington Arboretum in June
- 2025 Municipal Greenhouse Gas Emissions Update and CEP activities
Planning / Zoning Board
The Planning Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 2026, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this session.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items to report.
Borough Council
The Borough Council will hold public hearings on ordinances adjusting fees for services, sewer rates, establishing a deputy clerk office, and amending a bond ordinance. Resolutions include authorizing lead service line bids, renewing liquor licenses, and approving a police MOU with Capital Health Services. A presentation on the Environmental Commission's 2026 agenda is scheduled.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-19 amending fees for borough services
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-20 adjusting sewer fees
- Resolution 2026-6.5 approving engineering professional services agreement
- Resolution 2026-6.6 authorizing bids for lead service line replacement
- Resolution 2026-6.8 approving police MOU with Capital Health for mental health support
Borough Council
The Pennington Borough Council will hold a work session to discuss several major items, including redevelopment planning for the Wells Fargo, Blackwell, 12 N. Main Street, and Landfill properties. The council will also review land use ordinance amendments, consider fee changes for borough services and sewer fees, and discuss rejecting bids for lead service lines. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel and a possible sale of a retail liquor license.
- Redevelopment planning process covering Wells Fargo, Blackwell, 12 N. Main Street, and Landfill
- Ordinance 2026-19: Amending Chapter 98 fees for Borough Services
- Ordinance 2026-20: Adjustment of sewer fees
- Rejection of bids for lead service lines (Resolution 2026-6.6)
- Closed session for personnel (PD) and possible sale of retail liquor license
Open Space Committee
The committee will approve previous minutes and hear a status update on the Open Space and Recreation Master Plan Element. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss properties of interest; no specific properties or decisions are listed.
- Approval of minutes from March 18, 2026
- Status update on the Open Space and Recreation Master Plan Element
- Closed session to discuss properties of interest (no details provided)
Historic Preservation Commission
The Pennington Historic Preservation Commission will discuss two properties: siding at 236 S. Main Street and frontage at 12 N. Main Street. Other business includes a signage initiative, annual report, master plan update, and designation of additional historic properties. The meeting is open for public comments.
- Discussion of siding at 236 S. Main Street, Block 703, Lot 24
- Discussion of frontage at 12 N. Main Street, Block 205, Lot 22
- Signage Initiative in the historic district
- Street trees in the historic district
- Designation of additional properties
The commission voted unanimously to approve the May 21, 2026 minutes. A design committee was formed to streamline the Certificate of Approval process for 12 N. Main Street. The signage subcommittee presented a Phase I direction, but no approval was requested. Chair Holtermann will prepare the annual report for the borough council and will pursue local historic designation for three properties.
- Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Formed design committee for 12 N. Main Street COA process
- Presented signage Phase I direction (no approval requested)
- Chair to prepare and submit annual report to Borough Council
- Chair to follow up with HPO on designation of Toll Gate School, School Administration Building, and Railroad Station
- HPC recommendations incorporated into updated Land Use Plan (adopted by Planning Board)
Environmental Commission
The commission will review a wildlife habitat restoration proposal for Kunkel Park. Members will also discuss the recent Pennington Day event and coordinate upcoming community conversations regarding energy plans.
- Wildlife habitat restoration proposal for Kunkel Park
- Pennington Day 2026 recap and discussion
- Community Energy Plan and Home Energy Incentives coordination
- Community Energy Plan progress update
Planning / Zoning Board
The Pennington Planning Board will hold a public hearing on adopting the Master Plan and will consider a resolution to appoint a Planning Board Engineer. The board will also review minutes from April 8, 2026, and discuss old business.
- Public hearing on Master Plan adoption
- Resolution to appoint a Planning Board Engineer
- Approval of April 8, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discussion of old business
Borough Council
The Borough Council will consider introducing three ordinances: one amending Chapter 98 Borough Fees, one authorizing adjustment of sewer charges for verified unintended water leaks, and one establishing the position of Deputy Clerk. A bond ordinance amendment and several resolutions—including appointments for Chief Financial Officer, Deputy Clerk, and Deputy Registrar—are also on the agenda. Public comment periods are scheduled at the start and end of the meeting.
- Ordinance 2026-19 amending Chapter 98 Borough Fees
- Ordinance 2026-20 authorizing sewer charge adjustments for verified unintended water leaks
- Ordinance 2026-21 establishing the position of Deputy Clerk
- Ordinance 2026-22 amending Bond Ordinance 2020-9
- Resolution 2026-5.3 appointing Lubna Muneer as Chief Financial Officer
Borough Council
The Pennington Borough Council will discuss several ordinance amendments, including changes to fees for borough services and regulations on water leakage and rental registrations. The council will also consider appointments for chief finance officer, deputy clerk, and other staff positions. Additionally, a proposal from Suplee, Clooney for accounting services will be reviewed for approval.
- Ordinance Amendment – Fees for Borough Services
- New Ordinance – Water Leakage/Spillage
- New Ordinance – Rental Registrations
- Appointment of Lubna Muneer as Chief Finance Officer
- Approval of proposal from Suplee, Clooney for Accounting Services
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission will review several properties and discussion items. The agenda includes property-specific discussions regarding siding, a chimney removal, and cemetery walls or expansions.
- 236 S. Main Street: Discussion of siding
- 120 S. Main Street: Letters regarding unauthorized removal of chimney
- 13 S. Main Street: Wall in front of cemetery
- 32 E. Delaware Avenue: Expansion of cemetery
- Master Plan Update - Land Use Plan Element
Environmental Commission
The Environmental Commission will approve the minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting, hear an overview from the Historic Preservation Commission, and receive updates on the Pennington Arboretum, including a 2026 ANJEC grant submission and new plantings with Bountiful Gardens. The commission will also get a progress report on the Community Energy Plan and discuss logistics for a May community conversation and Pennington Day 2026. Additional items are general updates from borough agencies.
- Approve minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting
- Historic Preservation Commission overview and discussion
- Pennington Arboretum update: 2026 ANJEC grant submission and new plantings with Bountiful Gardens
- Community Energy Plan update and next steps
- Pennington Day 2026 planning: booth logistics, arboretum map, and interactive energy demonstration
Planning / Zoning Board
The Pennington Planning Board will hold a public meeting on April 8, 2026, via Zoom. The board is scheduled to consider conditional adoption of the Land Use Plan Element and Framing Plan, as well as updates to five Master Plan elements. Other items include a resolution for an extension of time for a minor subdivision at 12 N. Main Street and discussion of the Fourth Round Fair Share Plan Consent Order.
- Resolution for extension of time to perfect minor subdivision approval at 12 N. Main Street (Block 205, Lot 22)
- Conditional adoption of Land Use Plan Element and Framing Plan
- Conditional readoption of five Master Plan elements: Mobility, Open Space and Recreation, Utility Services, Community Facilities and Services, and GBESE
- Discussion of Fourth Round Fair Share Plan Consent Order
- Approval of February 11, 2026 meeting minutes
The Pennington Borough Planning Board conditionally adopted the Land Use Plan, Framing Plan, and re-adopted five other Master Plan elements (Mobility, Open Space & Recreation, Utility Services, Community Facilities, GBES). The board also approved a 120-day extension for a minor subdivision application at 12 N. Main Street and learned the court accepted the Fourth Round Fair Share Plan. Public comments raised concerns about zoning of Pennington School land and historic areas.
- Approved 120-day extension for minor subdivision at 12 N. Main Street (8-0)
- Conditionally adopted Land Use Plan (9-0)
- Conditionally adopted Framing Plan (9-0)
- Conditionally re-adopted Mobility, Open Space & Recreation, Utility Services, Community Facilities & Services, and GBES Plans (9-0)
- Conditionally adopted Open Space and Recreation Plan (9-0)
- Approved minutes from February 11, 2026 meeting (unanimous)