Ramsey, New Jersey

Library Board of Trustees

Environmental Commission

Recreation Commission

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 12-2026, which amends mid-block crosswalk regulations. The consent agenda includes resolutions to assign a development agreement for 425 Island Road from Claremont Properties to US Homes, ratify a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 469 (2026–2029), and approve liquor license renewals. Two new ordinances are introduced: one on invasive plant control and another on compensation. Appointments to the Rescue Squad and Zoning Board are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing for final adoption of Ordinance 12-2026 amending mid-block crosswalk rules
• Consent resolution 144-2026 assigning development agreement for 425 Island Road to US Homes, LLC
• Ratification of collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 469 for 2026–2029 (resolution 142-2026)
• Introduction of Ordinance 14-2026 on invasive plant control and Ordinance 15-2026 on compensation
• Appointment of Ayan Chung to Ramsey Rescue Squad as Explorer and Kathy Daini to Zoning Board as Alt. 2

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will vote on tree removal applications for two residential properties, review site and landscape plans, and discuss violations of tree removal permits. Residential and commercial site inspections, including spring plantings for 2027, are also on the agenda. Public comment is limited to 5 minutes per person.

• Tree removal application: 33 Momar Dr (Block 3205, Lot 4)
• Tree removal application: 36 Refy Ave (Block 3408, Lot 4)
• Tree removal permit applications violation review
• Residential site inspections: Work Order 3-2026, DPW Tree Work 2-2026, County Tree Work 1-2026, Spring Plantings 2027
• Commercial site inspections

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission will review registration figures showing 2026 payments of $830k, up from $690k in 2025, and receive committee reports including the Swim Across America event. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled on this agenda.

• 2026 registration total payments: $830k (2,446 resident members, 773 non-resident, 554 senior)
• 2025 total payments: $690k (2,175 resident, 755 non-resident, 450 senior)
• 2024 total payments: $700k (2,400 resident, 750 non-resident, 440 senior)
• Activities Committee report on Swim Across America event

Planning Board

Recreation Commission

This is a routine meeting of the Ramsey Recreation Commission with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: pledge, attendance, minutes approval, public comment, reports from staff and commissioners, and unfinished/new business.

Board of Health

This meeting is largely procedural, covering standard items such as approval of minutes, reports from committees on codes, site plans, public water supply, public health, health education, inspections, abatement orders, vital statistics, financials, ambulance services, conferences, and council updates. No specific actions, ordinances, or financial amounts are detailed in the agenda.

• Site Plans report
• Public Water Supply report
• Ambulance and Ramsey Alliance report
• Financial report
• Inspection Report

Library Board of Trustees

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 13-2026, authorizing $584,000 for capital improvements including vehicles, emergency equipment, and park improvements. They will also introduce Ordinance 12-2026 amending mid-block crosswalk regulations. Consent resolutions include payment of $5.9M in bills and renewal of a liquor license with conditions.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 13-2026 ($584,000 for vehicles, SCBA, Bobcat loader, guiderail, etc.)
• Introduction of Ordinance 12-2026 amending mid-block crosswalk code
• Consent resolution approving payment of $5,875,486.69 in current bills
• Renewal of liquor license 0248-036-011-004 for Best Western/Ramsey Liquor LLC with conditions
• Block party request for Ferguson Place on August 1, 2026

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 13-2026 authorizing $584,000 in capital improvements for equipment and vehicles across multiple departments, funded from the 2026 budget with no new debt. The council also approved a consent agenda including a new collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 125 (4-year term, 2.75% annual raises), a paving contract with P.M. Construction for shared services among four municipalities, and a block party permit for Ferguson Place.

• Adopted Ordinance 13-2026 for $584,000 in capital equipment and vehicle purchases (5-0)
• Approved consent Resolution 122-2026 for payment of vouchers (5-0)
• Approved consent Resolution 123-2026 ratifying payroll #12 (5-0)
• Approved consent Resolution 124-2026 authorizing participation in state cooperative housing inspection program (5-0)
• Approved consent Resolution 125-2026 for tax redemption on Block 2306 Lot 8 ($3,600.10) (5-0)
• Approved consent Resolution 126-2026 ratifying collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 125 for 2026-2029 (5-0)
• Awarded master contract and subsidiary contract to P.M. Construction for paving in four municipalities (Resolutions 127-2026 and 128-2026) (5-0)
• Approved change orders 2 and 3 to Motorola Solutions contract for emergency communications upgrade (Resolution 129-2026) (5-0)

Environmental Commission

The Ramsey Environmental Commission will hear a presentation from Chris Nowell on Complete and Green Streets and discuss a related ordinance. Commissioners will provide updates on various projects including bikeway plantings, farmers' market, Suraci Pond maintenance, and Sustainable Jersey grants. The meeting also includes reports on food waste recycling, styrofoam collection, and a plastic toys collection event. New business includes cancellation of the July meeting.

• Public comment from Chris Nowell on Complete and Green Streets
• Discussion of Complete and Green Streets ordinance
• Sustainable Jersey 2026/2027 grant update
• Suraci Pond maintenance update
• Plastic Toys Collection scheduled for Sunday, November 15th

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss and possibly approve proposals for ACH (automated clearing house) and procurement card procedures. The board will also enter closed session to review personnel policies and procedures draft. Other business includes approval of minutes, treasurer's report, bill lists, and director's report.

• ACH Procedure Proposal
• Procurement Card Procedure Proposal
• Closed Session - Personnel Policies and Procedures Draft
• Bill Lists for May 2026
• Director's Report: highlights, ongoing projects, physical plant updates

Planning Board

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will vote on a consent resolution awarding a $954,500 contract to Classic Turf Co. for reconstructing basketball and pickleball courts at Finch Park. Two ordinances will be introduced: one amending mid-block crosswalk regulations, and another authorizing $584,000 for capital equipment and vehicles. The council will also consider a request for a Eucharistic procession on Main Street and Wyckoff Avenue.

• Consent resolution awarding $954,500 contract to Classic Turf Co., LLC for court reconstruction at Finch Park
• Introduction of Ordinance 12-2026 amending mid-block crosswalk regulations (Chapter 7, Section 7-32)
• Introduction of Ordinance 13-2026 authorizing $584,000 for capital improvements (equipment and vehicles)
• Resolution authorizing issuance of estimated third-quarter property tax bills
• Request from St. Paul RC Church for a Eucharistic procession on June 7, 2026 on Wyckoff Ave and Main Street

The council approved a $954,500 contract to reconstruct basketball and pickleball courts at Finch Park and authorized $584,000 for various departmental equipment purchases. The meeting also included the tabling of an ordinance regarding a mid-block crosswalk.

• Approved $954,500 contract for Finch Park courts (5-0)
• Approved $584,000 capital improvement budget (5-0)
• Approved payment of vouchers (5-0)
• Approved ratifying payroll actions (5-0)
• Approved settlement agreement (5-0)
• Authorized estimated third-quarter property tax bills (5-0)
• Authorized asset disposal of expired SCBA tanks (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 12-2026 regarding crosswalk location (5-0)

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission will consider a tree removal application for 68 Prospect St (Block 4905, Lot 12.1). They will also review a landscape plan for Okonite at 102 Hilltop Rd (Block 3702, Lots 6,7,8). The commission will discuss communications regarding walnut trees at 425 Island and hear updates on spring plantings for 2026 and 2027.

• Tree removal application for 68 Prospect St – Block 4905, Lot 12.1
• Landscape plan review for Okonite at 102 Hilltop Rd – Block 3702, Lots 6,7,8
• Communications on walnut trees at 425 Island (Planning Board meeting and borough arborist response)
• Residential site inspections and DPW/County tree work for 2026
• Spring plantings for 2026 and 2027

The Shade Tree Commission unanimously approved the removal of eight trees at 68 Prospect Street and approved the landscape plan for the Okonite research facility at 102 Hilltop Road. The meeting also covered various tree work orders for residential and municipal properties.

• Approved removal of eight trees at 68 Prospect Street (unanimous)
• Approved landscape plan for Okonite at 102 Hilltop Road (unanimous)
• Accepted May communications as received (unanimous)
• Accepted April 23, 2026 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 tree work orders for residential and municipal properties
• Approved 2026 tree work orders for county properties
• Noted 2027 spring planting list includes eleven trees
• Noted 2026 trees are in stock and scheduled for planting before June 15

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will memorialize resolutions approving variances for two properties: 417 Elizabeth Ave and 22 Oxford Court. No public hearings or new business are scheduled. The next meeting is June 17, 2026.

• Memorialize resolution for Matthew & Nicole Stack, 417 Elizabeth Ave: variances for building coverage (16.3% vs 15% max), impervious coverage (42.4% vs 40% max), front yard setback (36.2' vs 40' required), and accessory structure separation (8' vs 20' min).
• Memorialize resolution for Patrick & Liesel Steines, 22 Oxford Court: variances for front yard setback (36.4' vs 40' min), side yard setback (7.6' vs 10' min), building coverage (26.7% vs 20% max), impervious coverage (41.3% vs 40% max), and living space (3,045 sq ft vs 3,000 sq ft max).
• No public hearings or new business on the agenda.

Pool Commission

The Pool Commission will discuss registration statistics and payments for the 2026 season, reporting 2,141 resident members and total revenue of $695,640, up from $588,000 in 2025. Sub-committees will report on activities, bylaws, swim team, and facilities.

• Registration report: 2,141 resident, 648 non-resident, 422 senior members; $695,640 total payments
• Activities Committee report on Swim Across America event
• Bylaws Committee report
• Swim Team Committee report
• Facilities Committee report

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 15, 2026 meeting. They decided the municipal pool will sponsor a cancer‑fundraising swim event, “Ramsey NJ Making Waves Against Cancer,” scheduled for Monday, July 27, 2026 (rain date July 28). The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 8:09 p.m.

• Approved minutes of April 15, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Decided to sponsor “Ramsey NJ Making Waves Against Cancer” event on July 27 2026 (rain date July 28)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

Recreation Commission

This is a standard procedural meeting of the Ramsey Recreation Commission with no specific action items listed. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from staff and commissioners.

The Ramsey Recreation Commission approved the April meeting minutes and reviewed updates on summer camp, adult softball, and upcoming events. No votes on new actions were taken; all items were discussed or reported procedurally.

• Approved minutes of April 20, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Ramsey Board of Public Works is holding a regular meeting with reports from the engineer, operations, and management. Key topics include the lead service line replacement project, Arrow Road treatment facility, and PFAS compliance. A resolution for payment of vouchers is on the agenda for approval.

• LSL Replacement Project update
• Arrow Rd Treatment Facility project
• Spring St. PFAS discussion
• Submersible pump test at Crescent 2 well
• UCMR 5 survey compliance with H2M

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is meeting for a regular agenda that includes announcements, approval of minutes, and updates from committees. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda consists of routine administrative and reporting items.

• Inspection Report and Abatement Orders from Martha Sobanko
• Financial Report presented by Albert Tartini and Martha Sobanko
• Public Water Supply update by Albert Tartini
• Public Health report by Jim Fedorko
• Council Report from Councilman Peter Kilman

The Board approved the March 2026 meeting minutes and received reports on vital statistics, inspections, and public health. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Discussed mosquito control education and public awareness
• Received reports on vital statistics, inspections, and pet licensing
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 9:20 PM (Carried)

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will vote on a consent resolution that includes contracts for Independence Day entertainment, a $305k Finch Park court lighting project, a $138k DPW garage building, and a grant application for Myrtle Avenue and Mechanic Street improvements. The agenda also includes acceptance of a water department resignation and block party requests.

• Resolution awarding $305,230 contract to Musco Sports Lighting for Finch Park court reconstruction and lighting
• Resolution awarding $137,947 contract to ClearSpan for prefabricated metal garage building at DPW yard
• Resolutions awarding $11,050 to Moore Productions and $8,200 to Cliffhanger Productions for Independence Day entertainment
• Resolution authorizing grant application for Myrtle Avenue and Mechanic Street project
• Resolution urging state leaders to reform public employee health benefit premiums

The Mayor and Council approved resolutions for Independence Day entertainment, park lighting, and grant applications. They also accepted a resignation and granted block party permits.

• Approved $11,050 contract for Independence Day entertainment (Resolution 105)
• Approved $8,200 contract for Independence Day entertainment (Resolution 106)
• Approved $305,230 contract for park lighting and courts (Resolution 113)
• Approved $137,947 contract for garage building (Resolution 114)
• Authorized grant applications for Myrtle Avenue and Mechanic Street (Resolutions 108-109)
• Accepted resignation of Kevin Dosch from Water Department (Resolution 115)
• Granted block party permits for Elbert Court and North St.
• Recognized May as Mental Health Awareness month (Resolution 112)

Environmental Commission

This is largely a procedural meeting with updates from commissioners and Green Team members on ongoing projects. No major decisions or new ordinances are on the agenda; the only new business is a possible cancellation of the July meeting.

• Sustainable Jersey 2026/2027 grant update and Complete and Green Streets ordinance
• Bikepath plantings/Hassan project and library photography exhibit
• Suraci Pond maintenance report
• Food waste recycling update and recycling opportunities
• Stop mosquito spraying request

The Environmental Commission approved the minutes of the April 14, 2026 meeting. The commission voted to cancel the July 2026 meeting, with plans to finalize Ramsey Day details at the August meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m. after a motion was passed.

• Accepted minutes of April 14, 2026 meeting (motion passed)
• Cancelled July 2026 meeting (decision made)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:40 p.m. (motion passed)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 9, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board will discuss and decide on new copier service contracts and a draft update to the laptop usage policy. Additional items include a request for Fourth of July library hours, a closed‑session review of a personnel manual draft, and various consent resolutions. The meeting also features routine reports and public comments.

• Copier Contract Proposals
• Laptop Policy Update Draft
• Fourth of July Time Request
• Closed Session – Personnel Manual Draft
• Consent Resolutions

The board approved payment of April bills and a $900 mailing contribution for the Friends of the Ramsey Library. It unanimously selected Ameritechnology for a multi‑year copier lease, approved three revisions to the Laptop Lending Policy, and authorized holiday pay for staff volunteering at the 250th anniversary events. The July and August meetings were cancelled.

• Approved payment of April bills (unanimous)
• Approved $900 FORL funding for summer‑reading mailing (approved)
• Selected Ameritechnology for new copier lease (unanimous)
• Adopted three changes to Laptop Lending Policy (unanimous)
• Authorized holiday pay rate for staff at 250th‑anniversary events (unanimous)
• Cancelled July and August board meetings (approved)
• Moved to closed session to discuss staff manual (unanimous)
• Approved FORL funding for caps and t‑shirts (approved)

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will consider a resolution for The Okonite Company's site plan, minor subdivision, and soil movement at 102 Hillside Road. The board also has several site plan waiver requests from five businesses. A public hearing for Alejandro & Andrea Frezza at 24 Grant Street has been carried to the next meeting.

• Resolution for The Okonite Company site plan, minor subdivision, and soil movement at 102 Hillside Road (Block 3702, Lots 6, 7, 8)
• Site plan waivers for Guardian Prefab LLC, Premier Solution Enterprise LLC, Mainspring Chiropractic Inc., Ben Kull Counseling, and Open Square QOZB LLC
• Public hearing for Alejandro & Andrea Frezza at 24 Grant Street carried to June 2, 2026
• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2026
• No ordinances on the agenda

Design Review Board

The Ramsey Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting on April 28, 2026. The primary item is an application for the Holiday Inn Express Renovation at 946 Route 17 North, with no site plan submitted. The board will also vote on minutes from the March 24 meeting and take public and board comments.

• Holiday Inn Express Renovation – 946 Route 17 North (application review, no site plan)
• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2026 meeting
• Public comments and board comments period

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission will consider tree removal applications for three properties: 21 Sauna Rd, 66 Franklin Tpk, and 35 Monroe St. The agenda also includes site plan reviews, violation permits, residential inspections, and work orders. Updates from planning and zoning board meetings will be discussed. Public comment is limited to five minutes per person.

• Tree removal application at 21 Sauna Rd (Block 2001, Lot 13)
• Tree removal application at 66 Franklin Tpk (Block 2001, Lot 13)
• Tree removal application at 35 Monroe St (Block 1504, Lot 17)
• Residential site inspections and work orders (Shade Tree Work Order 2-2026, DPW Tree Work 1-2026, County Tree Work 1-2026)
• Discussion of spring plantings for 2027

The Shade Tree Commission unanimously approved three tree removal applications totaling 70 trees, all contingent on replacement. The largest removal, 51 trees at 21 Sauna Road, requires replacement within 60 days. The commission also accepted communications and learned that Ascape Landscaping was awarded the 2026 tree-planting contract via council resolution, and Ramsey was designated a Tree City USA for the 31st time.

• Approved removal of 51 trees at 21 Sauna Road, contingent on replacement within 60 days (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 7 trees at 66 Franklin Turnpike (Ferncroft Park), contingent on planting 5 replacement trees (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 12 trees at 35 Monroe Street (unanimous)
• Accepted communications from Planning Board and Zoning Board (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 11-2026, a $1,460,000 bond ordinance to finance various public improvements. The meeting also includes adoption of the 2026 budget, appointments, contract awards, and resolutions such as a shade tree planting contract and a BYOB event at the Ramsey Library.

• Public hearing on $1,460,000 bond ordinance for various public improvements
• Adoption of the 2026 municipal budget
• Appointment of Connor McHugh to Ramsey Rescue Squad as probationary member
• Award of contract to Ascape Landscape for 2026 shade tree plantings
• Resolution authorizing BYOB fundraising event at Ramsey Library on May 29, 2026

The council adopted Ordinance 11-2026, a $1.46 million bond ordinance funding capital projects including Finch Park pickleball/basketball court resurfacing, Shadyside Road resurfacing, safety improvements near Tisdale School, and the annual road resurfacing program. The ordinance passed 5-0 (one absent). The council also approved a consent resolution with 11 items including appointments, contracts, a library BYOB fundraising event, and confirmation of a new Rescue Squad member. A public hearing on the 2026 municipal budget was held but no vote was taken.

• Adopted $1.46M bond ordinance for capital improvements (5-0)
• Approved consent resolution including 11 items (vouchers, payroll, appointments, contracts)
• Confirmed Connor McHugh as probationary member of Ramsey Rescue Squad
• Appointed Kerry Conklin as Technical Assistant to Construction Official
• Awarded shade tree planting contract to Ascape Landscape for 2026
• Awarded survey contract to Conklin Associates for DPW site at Erie Plaza
• Authorized BYOB fundraising event at Ramsey Library on May 29, 2026
• Appointed borough representatives to Bergen County Community Development Regional Committee

Planning Board

Recreation Commission

This is a procedural meeting with standard agenda items including approval of minutes, public comment, reports, and unfinished/new business. No substantive decisions or specific items are listed on the agenda.

• No specific items of substance are listed; agenda is limited to routine reports and housekeeping.

The Recreation Commission approved the March 2026 meeting minutes and discussed upcoming events, including the 250th anniversary celebration and summer camp registration. No formal votes on new policies were recorded.

• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussed coordination for Spring Egg Hunt with Fire Department
• Decided to retain Joe as umpire for adult softball
• Set Finch Park Summer Camp registration fees and dates
• Selected winners of two $750 scholarships
• Scheduled Home Run Derby for June 20th
• Scheduled Ramsey Run for September 26th
• Discussed 250th anniversary celebration for July 3-6

Board of Public Works

The Board will receive reports on ongoing water system maintenance, including fire hydrant flushing and pump motor repairs. Engineer Alec Mittiga will provide updates on several active projects, including the LSL Replacement Project and the Arrow Rd Treatment Facility.

• LSL Replacement Project update
• Triangle Manufacturing project update
• Arrow Rd Treatment Facility project update
• 10 Mountainview Rd project update
• Fire hydrant flushing completion

The Board approved a $2,790 contract change order for Shauger Property Services due to deeper-than-expected water line work. They also removed Spring Street from a well application, approved minutes from April 20, 2026, and authorized payment of $896,411.84 in current bills plus $8,885.78 from reserve. Lead service line replacements continue with 52 completed, reducing the goal to 100 by June 30, 2026.

• Approved minutes from April 20, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,790 contract change order for Shauger Property Services (unanimous)
• Removed Spring St. from current application with Brookfield and Darlington well projects (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $896,411.84 current bills and $8,885.78 from reserve (7-0, Stugart absent)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The board will hold a public hearing on a court order directing approval for James Convery at 411 Shadyside Road. They will also memorialize previously approved variances for Stephen & Jennifer DiPilato at 14 Bryon Court, and consider new variance requests from Matthew & Nicole Stack at 417 Elizabeth Ave and Patrick & Liesel Steines at 22 Oxford Court. No new or old business is on the agenda.

• Public hearing for James Convery, 411 Shadyside Road, per court order dated Feb. 18, 2025
• Memorialization of variances for Stephen & Jennifer DiPilato, 14 Bryon Court (rear setback 7' vs 25' required, building coverage 29.4% vs 20% max)
• Matthew & Nicole Stack, 417 Elizabeth Ave: variances for building coverage 16.3% vs 15% max, impervious coverage 42.4% vs 40% max, accessory structure separation 8' vs 20' min
• Patrick & Liesel Steines, 22 Oxford Court: variances for front yard setback 36.4' vs 40' min, side yard setback 7.6' vs 10' min, building coverage 26.7% vs 20% max, impervious coverage 41.3% vs 40% max, living space 3,045 sf vs 3,000 sf max

The Zoning Board approved a resolution for variances at 14 Bryon Court and approved a court-ordered compliance plan for 411 Shadyside Road following a 2025 court ruling. The Board also approved variances for a home addition at 417 Elizabeth Ave. Minutes for the March 18 meeting were approved. The record ends before a vote on the Steines application at 22 Oxford Court.

• Approved minutes of March 18, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Stephen & Jennifer DiPilato variances at 14 Bryon Court (5-0)
• Approved court-ordered conditions for James Convery property at 411 Shadyside Road (4-0-2)
• Approved variances for Matthew & Nicole Stack addition at 417 Elizabeth Ave (5-0-1)
• Steines application at 22 Oxford Court – hearing held but vote not recorded (minutes incomplete)

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission will approve contracts for snack stand, grounds, and nightly cleaning services. The board also reviews 2026 registration payments totaling $161,000, up from $116,850 in 2025. Sub-committee reports include planning for July 4th/America 250 activities. The next meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2026 at the pool.

• Approve snack stand contract
• Approve grounds contract
• Approve nightly cleaning contract
• 2026 registration payments: $161,000 (837 resident, 167 senior, 0 non-resident members)
• July 4th/America 250 event planning by Activities Committee

The Commission approved the 2026 snack stand contract with Pete and Mary's and maintenance contracts for grounds and cleaning. The board also reviewed membership registration numbers and scheduled summer activities, including a July 4th resident-only party.

• Approved March 18, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Pete and Mary's snack stand contract for $20,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Uniscape grounds contract (unanimous)
• Approved Nanco nightly cleaning contract (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

This is a routine meeting of the Ramsey Environmental Commission focused on attendance, public comment, approval of March 10 meeting minutes, and old business reports from commissioners. Key updates include discussions on Sustainable Jersey budgeting ($13,214), bike path plantings, invasive species legislation, food waste recycling, and upcoming community events.

• Discussion of Sustainable Jersey 2026/2027 budget of $13,214
• Bike path plantings and Hassan project update by Ms. Benfanti
• Invasive species legislation update by Ms. Benfanti
• Suraci Pond maintenance report by Mr. Breslin
• Upcoming events: Plastic Toys Collection (April 19), Styrofoam Collection (April 18), Clean-Up Day (April 18), EV Car Show (April 19)

The commission voted unanimously to move a portion of the monthly Neighborhood Compost charge to another borough entity such as the DPW. The minutes from the March 10, 2026 meeting were approved. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

• Approved transition of portion of Neighborhood Compost charge to another borough entity (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 10, 2026 meeting (motion by Ms. Boone, seconded by Mr. Morris)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:20 p.m. (motion by Mr. Nerney, seconded by Ms. Benfanti)

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a meeting with standard procedural items including approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and bill lists. The board will discuss a poster printing policy update and a mini-fundraiser plan, as well as state training requirements for new trustees.

• Poster Printing Policy Update Recommendation
• Next Mini-Fundraiser Plan Proposal
• New Library Board Trustee Training State Requirements
• Treasurer's Report and Bill Lists for March 2026
• Director's Report with departmental updates and physical plant updates

The Library Board unanimously approved a one-time pay increase for staff and updated the poster printing policy. The meeting also included a report on upcoming events and facility maintenance.

• Approved $1,500 one-time increase to full-time staff base pay
• Approved $1.50 one-time hourly rate increase for part-time staff
• Approved updates to Poster Printing Policy (10 prints per household per month, no weekend service)
• Approved paying March library bills
• Tabled decisions on AV screen replacement and emergency lights
• Tabled decisions on printing/copying station replacement and pricing
• Scheduled quiet study room repairs for April 13
• Scheduled staff training for May 15

Board of Health

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council hold a work session with final public hearings on three ordinances, including mandatory lead water service line replacement with cost assessment for non-compliance. A $1,460,000 bond ordinance for public improvements is introduced, and the police traffic unit presents Island Road traffic calming. Several resolutions and a block party request are also on the agenda.

• Final consideration of Ordinance 08-2026 establishing mandatory lead water service line replacement with compensation or property assessment
• Final consideration of Ordinance 09-2026 designating mid-block crosswalks on East Main Street near Arch Street
• Final consideration of Ordinance 10-2026 amending parking prohibition hours on certain streets
• Introduction of bond Ordinance 11-2026 authorizing $1,460,000 for various public improvements
• Police Traffic Unit presentation on Island Road traffic calming

The Mayor and Council approved final readings for three ordinances: extending a lead water service line replacement rebate deadline to December 31, 2026; amending mid-block crosswalk regulations to comply with county standards; and clarifying overnight parking rules on Armour Road. The body also approved a consent resolution for vouchers, payroll, and tax redemption.

• Approved final reading of Ordinance 08-2026 extending lead water line rebate deadline to Dec 31, 2026
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 09-2026 amending mid-block crosswalk ordinance for Main Street
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 10-2026 clarifying overnight parking rules on Borough streets
• Approved consent resolution for vouchers, payroll, tax redemption, and asset disposition
• Approved Poplar Street block party request for April 3, 2026