{
 "city": "Pompton Lakes",
 "state": "NJ",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/pomptonlakes-nj.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-20",
   "body": "Redevelopment Agency",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08202026-1672",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08182026-1666",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-13",
   "body": "Environmental Committee",
   "headline": "Environmental Committee to discuss lake reports, trails, flood outreach",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Environmental Protection Committee is holding a regular meeting with routine procedural items. They will discuss old business, including an Open Space Committee report, and new business covering lake reports, trail maintenance support, flood advisory outreach, and a boat rental season event. No votes on substantive matters are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132026-1667",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-13",
   "body": "Open Space Committee",
   "headline": "Open Space Committee to review trust fund balance and park projects",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Open Space Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, review the Open Space Trust Fund balance of $350,870.58, and discuss ongoing projects including signage, site visits, landscaping quotes, and a walking path. The agenda includes a budget of $338,934.86 and a tabled proposal for Katie Cole Park. No final decisions are listed; most items are for discussion or review.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132026-1671",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-12",
   "body": "Borough Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $6.1M in bills, DPW hires, and salary ordinance",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Borough Council will vote on authorizing $6,123,242.61 in bills and claims, approve a consent agenda with numerous personnel actions and a tax refund, and consider introducing a salary ordinance. The council will also hold a public hearing and final vote on a separate salary ordinance, and discuss the Morris Canal Greenway maintenance and cashless tax payments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08122026-1662",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Shade Tree Commission",
   "headline": "Shade Tree Commission regular meeting with reports and applications",
   "summary": "This is a regular meeting of the Pompton Lakes Shade Tree Commission. The agenda is mostly procedural, covering approval of previous minutes, public comments, and various reports from members and liaisons. The commission will also review applications, though no specific items are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-1665",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "Environmental Committee",
   "headline": "Environmental Committee reviews lake survey; no treatment needed",
   "summary": "The Environmental Committee is reviewing service reports from AquaClear Lake for Pompton Lake and Twin Lake, dated August 4, 2026. The surveys found that past treatments have worked well, and no treatment is needed at this time. The committee will continue monitoring and management of the lakes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-1670",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_08042026-1670",
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Zoning board to hear application for 318 Dawes Hwy, pay bills",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on July 28, 2026, at 8:00 PM in the Municipal Building, 25 Lenox Avenue. The board will approve minutes, pay professional service bills totaling $4,069.00, and refund an escrow of $84.29. The main item is a public hearing on application BOA 26-03 by Maria Heredia for 318 Dawes Hwy. The agenda also includes correspondence about several borough ordinances, but no resolutions are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-1661",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Flood Advisory Board",
   "headline": "Flood Advisory Board to review 2026 River Hazard Assessment and drone survey RFP",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Flood Advisory Board is meeting to discuss several flood-related items, including a 2026 River Hazard Assessment and Drone Survey RFP, a Watershed Improvement Plan meeting, and flood hazard area rule changes. They will also review the Block 9512 Resiliency Park Project and various committee reports. The agenda includes routine procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-1660",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Borough Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $4.68M in bills, fireworks contract, and redevelopment design standards",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Borough Council will hold a public hearing on proposed redevelopment design standards, then vote on a consent agenda that includes paying $4,675,865.50 in bills and awarding a $13,000 fireworks contract for Pompton Day. The council will also introduce a salary ordinance and hold final adoption votes on two other ordinances, including one establishing rules for the Civic Community Center.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-1658",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07222026-1658",
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to review bills, ordinances, and Master Plan update",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with no applications, resolutions, or conceptual reviews on the agenda. The board will consider approval of bills for engineering and legal services, review several ordinances referred from the Borough Council, and discuss the Master Plan update. The meeting is largely procedural, with the Master Plan discussion being the only substantive item.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-1659",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Redevelopment Agency",
   "headline": "Redevelopment Agency to vote on Pompton Smith deal for 201 Wanaque Ave",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Redevelopment Agency is meeting to consider a redevelopment agreement with Pompton Smith Properties LLC for the property at 201 Wanaque Avenue (Block 6300, Lot 1). The agenda includes resolutions to approve the agreement and recommend negotiating a PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) financial agreement. The agency will also discuss a pond hole lot easement agreement with the same developer. The meeting includes approval of bills for legal and professional services totaling over $7,000.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-1657",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Environmental Committee",
   "headline": "Lake treatment report: algaecide applied to Pompton Lake, Twin Lake surveyed",
   "summary": "The Environmental Committee is reviewing a service report from AquaClear Lake for July 14, 2026. The report covers treatment of Pompton Lake with algaecide for filamentous algae and a survey of Twin Lake, with no water use restrictions posted. The committee is deciding whether to accept the report and continue monitoring.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-1668",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07142026-1668",
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Shade Tree Commission",
   "headline": "Pompton Lakes Shade Tree Commission regular meeting with reports and public comment",
   "summary": "This is the agenda for the Pompton Lakes Shade Tree Commission's regular meeting. The agenda lists standard items such as public comment, approval of previous minutes, and reports from the chair, co-chair, liaison, and commissioners. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda text.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-1664",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07132026-1664",
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Open Space Committee",
   "headline": "Open Space Committee to discuss Lakeside Park and Muller Property improvements",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Open Space Committee is holding its regular July 2026 meeting. They will review the June minutes, note the Open Space Trust Fund balance of $350,870.58, and discuss improvements to Lakeside Park and the Muller Property, including a site visit. The proposed Katie Cole Park project ideas remain tabled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-1656",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Library Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Library board to approve June bills, discuss boiler and lawn use",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Public Library Board of Trustees is holding its regular meeting on June 29, 2026. The board will vote on paying June 2026 bills from both the Borough and Library checking accounts, and will discuss old business including a boiler conversion and new business such as a library lawn use request and museum passes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-1655",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Flood Advisory Board",
   "headline": "Flood Advisory Board to review river hazard assessment and drone survey RFP",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Flood Advisory Board is meeting to discuss several flood-related items, including a 2026 River Hazard Assessment & Drone Survey RFP, a Watershed Improvement Plan meeting, spring outreach efforts, and flood hazard area rule changes. The agenda also includes committee reports and public comment periods. This is a regular working meeting with no final decisions listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-1654",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06252026-1654",
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "Borough Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $230K bills, contracts, and road closures",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Borough Council will vote on a consent agenda of 26 resolutions, including contracts for vehicles, security cameras, and road projects, plus a $230,305.72 bill payment. They will also introduce two ordinances and hold a public hearing for final adoption of Ordinance 26-21 on soliciting hours. Two road closure requests for community events will be considered.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-1653",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06242026-1653",
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-1652",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Environmental Committee",
   "headline": "Pompton Lake treated with algaecide; Twin Lake surveyed, no restrictions",
   "summary": "The Environmental Committee is reviewing a service report from AquaClear Lake for June 23, 2026. The report details an algaecide treatment for minor filamentous algae in Pompton Lake with no water use restrictions, and a survey of Twin Lake showing no significant nuisance vegetation growth.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-1669",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06232026-1669",
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-18",
   "body": "Redevelopment Agency",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-1651",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1650",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-11",
   "body": "Environmental Committee",
   "headline": "Environmental Committee to discuss lake report, trails, and community events",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Environmental Protection Committee is holding its regular June meeting. The agenda includes old business reports, new business items on the lake, National Night Out, trail maintenance support, and educational/civic engagement, plus a tabled item on a boat rental season event. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or contracts listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-1646",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06112026-1646",
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-11",
   "body": "Open Space Committee",
   "headline": "Open Space Committee reviews parks, bridge dedication, and trust fund",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Open Space Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss updates on local parks and open space projects. Items include signage for the new sports complex, the dedication of the William Baig Footbridge, and improvements to Hershfield Park. The committee will also review the Open Space Trust Fund balance of $350,870.58 and consider a summer recess.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-1645",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06112026-1645",
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Borough Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $2.44M bond, health benefit referendum, and Hershfield Park contracts",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Borough Council is meeting to approve a consent agenda with resolutions including a $2.44 million bond ordinance for various improvements, a non-binding referendum on employee health benefit contributions, and contracts for the Hershfield Park Phase III walking paths project. The council will also introduce an ordinance amending solicitation hours and hold public hearings on two other ordinances. The meeting includes routine approvals of bills totaling $3,754,932.55 and personnel actions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-1644",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06102026-1644",
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Borough Council",
   "headline": "Council to honor first responders with awards for 2025 incidents",
   "summary": "The Pompton Lakes Borough Council is holding a special awards meeting to present commendations to police officers, dispatchers, and other personnel for actions during 2025 incidents, including a structure fire at 1155 Ringwood Avenue, a medical emergency at Valbruna, and a joint arrest with the FBI. The agenda includes public comment, a closed session, and adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-1643",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06092026-1643",
   "source": "https://www.pomptonlakes-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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