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Ramsey public meetings in 2025

91 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 15, 2025

Board of Public Works

Board will vote on a resolution to approve payment of vouchers

The Ramsey Board of Public Works will hear engineering, operations, management and attorney reports covering water and sewer projects. It will consider a finance committee resolution to approve payment of vouchers. The meeting also includes public comment, old and new business, and an executive session.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $3.1M Arrow Rd PFAS treatment contract

The Board voted unanimously to approve a $3,135,000 contract with Sovereign Consulting for the Arrow Road PFAS treatment facility. It also conditionally endorsed the NJDEP permit for 425 Island Road pending satisfactory fire‑flow tests. The Board cancelled several unexpended water‑sewer capital improvement balances totaling about $1.34 million and authorized payment of $216,006.80 from the current water‑sewer budget. All votes were 5‑0 with two members absent.

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Wed Dec 10, 2025

Mayor & Council

Council approves $58,753 fiber optic line contract for police and DPW

The Ramsey Borough Council will adopt a series of consent resolutions covering tax redemptions, veteran tax refunds, police lieutenant appointments, mediation agreements, a liquor‑license transfer, and several contracts. Notably, the council will award ESS, Inc. a $58,753.29 contract to install a fiber‑optic communication line linking the DPW tower, DPW headquarters, and the Ramsey Police Station. Additional contracts for interior and exterior painting of the police headquarters and a lead‑paint program agreement are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council approved fiber optic contract and appointed two police lieutenants

The council approved the meeting minutes and a communications motion. Mayor Dillon appointed Michael Canonico and Anthony Fiore as lieutenants of the Ramsey Police Department. A series of consent resolutions were passed, including contracts for a fiber‑optic line, interior and exterior painting of police headquarters, and several tax redemption authorizations.

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Mon Dec 8, 2025

Library Board of Trustees

Ramsey Library Board to review 2026 budget proposal

The Library Board of Trustees will discuss the 2026 budget proposal and a January fundraiser. The board will also review proposed schedules for 2026 holidays, board meetings, and staff training days.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the 2026 Library Holiday Calendar

The board accepted the minutes from the November 10 and November 19 meetings. They approved payment of the November 2025 bills, with one abstention. The 2026 Library Holiday Calendar and the 2026 Board of Trustees meeting schedule were both unanimously approved. No other business was taken up.

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Tue Dec 2, 2025

Planning Board

Ramsey Planning Board to discuss traffic circulation and subdivision plans

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the 2025 Traffic Circulation & Transportation Element of the Master Plan and consider resolutions for a minor subdivision with variances at 87 East Main Street and an amended site plan for Ramsey Energy, LLC at 1065 Route 17.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Nov. 4 minutes and heard two site‑plan waiver applications

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. The board then heard applications for site‑plan waivers from Lice Lounge of New Jersey LLC (900 Lake Street) and North Jersey Gold & Diamonds LLC. No motions or votes on those waivers were recorded before adjournment.

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Tue Nov 25, 2025

Design Review Board

Design Review Board will consider two applications at 385 and 495 N. Franklin Tpke.

The Design Review Board will review two applications submitted by Core flow Studio, LLC (385 N. Franklin Tpke.) and North Jersey Gold & Diamonds (495 N. Franklin Tpke.). No site plans are attached to either application. The meeting will also include public comment, old and new business, and councilwoman comments.

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✓ Decided: Design Review Board approves two signage applications

The board approved the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting unanimously. It approved a ground sign for Coreflow Studio, LLC at 385 N. Franklin Tpke. and a ground sign for North Jersey Gold & Diamonds at 495 N. Franklin Tpke. No other business was taken.

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Mon Nov 24, 2025

Mayor & Council

Borough approves $3.25 M bond for Arrow Road water treatment upgrades

The Ramsey Borough Council will hold a public hearing and final consideration of Ordinance 25‑2025, which authorizes a $3,250,000 bond to finance water‑system treatment improvements at the Arrow Road Treatment Facility. The council will also consider Ordinance 26‑2025, an amendment to Chapter 2 of the borough code concerning appointments. Several resolutions will be acted on, including tax redemptions for two parcels and a resolution urging the state legislature to defeat S‑4736. The meeting includes routine items such as roll call, minutes approval, public comment, and committee reports.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

Shade Tree Commission

Commission will review tree removal permits and site plans

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission will consider tree removal permit applications, review site and landscape plans, and conduct residential and commercial site inspections. It will also address work orders, spring planting plans for 2026, and any old or new business items. Public comment will be limited to five minutes per speaker before adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved $550 violation fee and set next meeting for Jan 15 2026

The commission voted 5‑2 to approve a $550 request for a tree‑removal violation at 50 Spring Street. It accepted the November communications, approved the October 16 minutes unanimously, and decided to issue Work Order #6 for quotes on November 21. The landscaping plan review was tabled until the January meeting, the December meeting was cancelled, and the next meeting was scheduled for January 15, 2026. Councilwoman Cusick will continue as the commission’s liaison.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board meeting covers routine items and a closed‑session employment discussion

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board will address routine agenda items, including a closed‑session discussion of an employment matter. The public portion will include consent resolutions, unfinished business, and new business items. No specific decisions or contracts are detailed in the agenda.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025

Board of Public Works

Board of Public Works reviews water main and PFAS treatment projects

The Board of Public Works will receive reports on several infrastructure projects and water quality management. The meeting includes updates on water main replacements and PFAS treatment phases. The board will also consider a resolution for the payment of vouchers.

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✓ Decided: Board approves treatment‑works permit for 70‑unit development at 425 Island Rd

The Board of Public Works approved a statement of consent for a treatment‑works permit covering 70 housing units (59 age‑restricted, 11 affordable) at 425 Island Road. It also approved payment of $6,235 to CFM Construction for a Dixon street‑meter replacement and a $7,816.07 refund to residents of 43 Monroe Street. A finance resolution charged $513,578.48 to the 2025/2024 Water‑Sewer budget. All motions were carried.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025

Recreation Commission

Commission will review reports and take public comments

The Ramsey Recreation Commission meeting will consider routine agenda items such as the pledge, attendance, approval of minutes, and reports from the director, coordinator, and commissioners. It will also allow limited public comment and discuss any unfinished or new business before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: Commission rejected third basketball clinic session by a 2‑3 vote

The commission approved the minutes of the October 20, 2025 meeting. They voted 2‑3 to defeat a proposal for a third basketball clinic session. Commissioners later approved a revised three‑session format via email. The December 2025 meeting was cancelled and the next meeting was set for February 2, 2026.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025

Mayor & Council

Council approves micromobility device rules and water treatment upgrades

The Ramsey Mayor and Council approved an ordinance regulating low-speed electric bicycles and scooters on public property and authorized a $3.25 million bond for water system improvements. The body also approved employment contracts for the Police Chief and Captain and transferred funds for affordable housing construction.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts ordinance regulating skateboards, scooters and e‑bikes in Ramsey

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 24‑2025, creating Section 7‑45 to regulate skateboards, scooters, e‑bikes and similar devices on public streets, sidewalks and parks. The council also approved a $250,000 transfer from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to Ramsey Housing Inc. for a special‑needs housing project, and authorized employment contracts for the police chief and captain. Michael Santangelo was confirmed as a member of the Ramsey Rescue Squad and the retirement of DPW Superintendent Jack D’Agostaro was accepted.

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Tue Nov 11, 2025

Environmental Commission

December meeting cancelled by the Ramsey Environmental Commission

The commission will conduct roll call, public comment, and approve the minutes from the October 14 meeting. Members will give updates on projects such as Sustainable Jersey 2026, a plastic toys collection on Nov 16, and a styrofoam collection on Nov 15. The agenda also notes the cancellation of the December meeting.

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✓ Decided: Commission accepted Oct minutes, cancelled Dec meeting, and adjourned

The commission voted to accept the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes as recorded. It formally cancelled the scheduled December meeting of the Environmental Commission/Green Team. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:02 p.m.

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Mon Nov 10, 2025

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board will consider ESCNJ membership resolution and other agenda items

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board will review the ESCNJ Membership Resolution and Agreement, discuss any consent resolutions, and address unfinished and new business items. The meeting also includes routine reports, a public comment period, and updates on library programs and facilities.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $1,092.91 purchase for teen‑room furniture reupholstery

The board accepted the minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting. It approved payment of the October bills with one abstention. It approved the $1,092.91 reupholstery contract for the teen room and a $5,000 donation for new teen‑room furniture. The continuation of attorney Natalia Angeli at $185 per hour was approved (one abstention) and the decision to join the Educational Services Commission was tabled until December.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025

Planning Board

Board will consider site‑plan waivers for six local businesses.

The Ramsey Planning Board meeting on November 4, 2025 will review site‑plan waiver applications submitted by Yudin’s Inc., Civitas Networks Inc., Rossig Behavioral Health Associates, Kmoor Therapy LLC, Bergen Thai Massage Spa LLC, and KPC Financial Services Inc. No ordinances, public hearings, or new business items are listed on the agenda. The board will also approve the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved waivers for six new businesses

The Ramsey Planning Board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It also approved waiver applications for six businesses—Rossig Behavioral Health Associates, Yudin’s Inc., Civitas Networks Inc., Kmoor Therapy LLC, Bergen Thai Massage Spa LLC, and KPC Financial Services Inc.—subject to approval by the Construction Official, Board of Health, and Fire Official. The waiver motion passed with seven votes in favor and no opposition.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025

Design Review Board

Board to review St. John’s Memorial Episcopal Church site plan request

The Ramsey Design Review Board will meet on Oct. 28, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. The board will consider an application from St. John’s Memorial Episcopal Church located at 301 E. Main St.; no site plan has been submitted. The agenda also includes public comment, old and new business, and the 2026 annual meeting schedule.

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Wed Oct 22, 2025

Mayor & Council

Ramsey council to vote on skateboard ordinance and approve health insurance contracts

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will consider an ordinance to regulate skateboards and scooters, and approve a series of resolutions authorizing contract addendums for employee health insurance options. The meeting will also include the swearing-in of new police leadership.

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✓ Decided: Borough approved $3.635 M contract with Motorola Solutions for emergency communications upgrade

The council adopted Ordinance 23-2025 amending Chapter 7 to add a mid‑block crosswalk on East Main Street. It approved several consent resolutions, including awarding a $3,635,000 contract to Motorola Solutions for emergency‑services communications upgrades and a $12,000 contract to Boswell Engineering for a roadway pavement condition report. Additional resolutions authorized health‑insurance addenda with multiple Teamsters locals and appointed two new members to the Ramsey Rescue Squad.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board reviews site plan waivers and subdivision applications

The Ramsey Planning Board will consider site plan waivers for three businesses and hold a public hearing for a minor subdivision. The board will also review resolutions regarding properties on Island Road and Spring Street.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves two site plan waivers

The Ramsey Planning Board approved the site plan waivers for Dynamic Kitchen Design & Interiors Inc. and A Life in Balance with Adina LLC. The board also approved the minutes from the October 7 meeting. No other substantive actions were recorded.

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Mon Oct 20, 2025

Board of Public Works

Board to approve payment of vouchers and review water infrastructure reports

The Ramsey Board of Public Works will receive reports from the engineer, water and sewer operations, management, the board attorney, the mayor, council liaison, and the borough administrator. It will consider a finance committee resolution to approve payment of vouchers. The meeting also includes public comment, committee reports, and an executive session.

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✓ Decided: Board approved payment of $1.18 M water/sewer bills for 2025 budget

The Board adopted a resolution to pay $1,182,497.66 from the current Water/Sewer 2025 budget and $208 from the reserve, with no amounts charged to the capital account. It also approved a waiver and maintenance agreement for a separate sewer lateral at 425 Island Road. Additional actions included accepting service of a lawsuit, authorizing a public‑exclusion executive session, and filing received correspondence.

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Mon Oct 20, 2025

Recreation Commission

Meeting will review routine recreation reports and public comments

The Ramsey Recreation Commission will consider routine reports from the Recreation Director, Coordinator, Commissioners, and Council Liaison. It will address any unfinished business and discuss new business. No specific contracts, rezoning, or ordinance items are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: December Recreation Commission meeting cancelled

The commission approved the September 15, 2025 meeting minutes. The December Recreation Commission meeting was cancelled. The meeting was adjourned by motion.

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Thu Oct 16, 2025

Shade Tree Commission

Tree removal permit applications and site plan reviews for local properties

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission will consider tree removal permit applications and review site and landscape plans for specific properties. It will also conduct residential and commercial site inspections and allow brief public comments.

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✓ Decided: Shade Tree Commission unanimously approves Spring Street landscaping plan

The commission approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes and accepted the October communications. A landscaping plan for 41 Spring Street was presented and unanimously approved. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously at 7:57 p.m.

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Wed Oct 15, 2025

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Zoning Board to review property variances and restriction amendments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding building coverage and setback variances at 27 Lakeview Terrace and a restriction amendment for horse keeping at 238 South Central Avenue. The board will also consider the 2026 annual meeting schedule.

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✓ Decided: Board approved prior meeting minutes and a previous resolution

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting. The board also approved a resolution from the prior meeting that memorialized the application of Alexander Marsiglio. No vote counts were recorded for either action.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Environmental Commission

Commission will review multiple environmental project updates

The Ramsey Environmental Commission will hear reports from members on a range of ongoing projects, including bike‑path plantings, Farmers’ Market updates, and pond maintenance. Additional updates will cover a community garden, plastic‑toy collection event, and recycling initiatives. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Commission accepted September minutes and adjourned the October meeting

The commission approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Mr. Carey and a second by Mr. Knauss. The meeting was then formally adjourned at 8:56 p.m. following a motion by Ms. Boone, seconded by Mr. Carey. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

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Mon Oct 13, 2025

Library Board of Trustees

Ramsey Library Board to review audit and approve ESCNJ membership

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board will review the 2024 library audit, approve bills, and consider a resolution for membership with the Essex County Library Cooperative.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $5,000 donation for new teen‑room furniture

The board accepted the September 8, 2025 minutes and approved payment of September bills, noting one abstention. The 2024 library audit was unanimously accepted. A $5,000 donation for new teen‑room furniture was approved, while a $5,500 reupholstery quote was deemed too expensive. The decision to join the Educational Services Commission was tabled until November.

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Thu Oct 9, 2025

Board of Health

Board will discuss the public water supply report

The Ramsey Board of Health will hold a teleconference meeting covering announcements, code and ordinance updates, site plans, a public water supply report, health education outreach, inspection and abatement reports, vital statistics, a financial report, ambulance and partnership updates, training, a council report, correspondence, new business, and public comments. The agenda lists presenters for each item but does not specify any decisions to be made.

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✓ Decided: Board approved prior minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Ramsey Board of Health approved the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes after a correction to remove a reference to Hackensack Meridian. The board then adjourned the October 9, 2025 meeting at approximately 9:00 PM. The meeting included updates on a flu clinic that administered 97 vaccines, a rabies clinic scheduled for January 10, and a forthcoming e‑bike ordinance to be presented to the Mayor and Council.

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Wed Oct 8, 2025

Mayor & Council

Council to consider Ordinance 23-2025 amending mid‑block crosswalk rules

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold an advertised public hearing for final consideration of ordinances, including Ordinance 23-2025 that amends Chapter 7, Section 7-32 on mid‑block crosswalks. The body will also adopt several consent resolutions covering voucher payments, a grant application for FY 2026 recreation services for individuals with disabilities, a tax redemption of $116,962.08 for Block 4703 Lot 18, and the appointments of Michael Parise as Police Chief and Earle “Casey” Hines as Police Captain effective November 1, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Council approved meeting minutes and confirmed new police chief and captain

The council approved the October 24, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It passed a series of consent resolutions, including a tax redemption of $116,962.08 and a grant application for the FY 2026 Recreation Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities program. The council confirmed the appointments of Michael Parise as Chief and Earl “Casey” Hines as Captain of the Ramsey Police Department, effective November 1, 2025. Ordinance 23‑2025 amending Chapter 7 for mid‑block crosswalks was passed on first reading and will be considered for final adoption at a later meeting.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

Planning Board

Public hearing on minor subdivision variances for East Main and Spring St sites

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a public hearing on minor subdivision applications with variances for properties at 87 East Main Street, 103‑115 East Main Street, 28 Arch Street, Block 4811 Lot 1, and Block 3608 Lots 18, 19, 20, 33, 39, 43 on Spring Street. The board will also consider site‑plan waivers for KPC Financial Services Inc. and Ivyrehab Treehouse Pediatric Therapy, LLC. A resolution will be considered for Claremont Acquisitions Properties LLC concerning a site plan, soil movement, and minor subdivision at Block 4201 Lots 5 & 6, 425 Island Road. The meeting includes approval of the minutes from 09/16/25.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved Ivy Rehab Treehouse Pediatric Therapy site‑plan waiver

The Board approved the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. The Board also approved the site‑plan waiver application for Ivy Rehab Treehouse Pediatric Therapy, LLC; the motion was made by Vice Chairman Carey, seconded by Councilwoman Cusick, and Chairman Iorio abstained. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Wed Sep 24, 2025

Mayor & Council

Ramsey considers $350,000 for Alida Place culvert replacements

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing for an ordinance to fund culvert and road repairs on Alida Place. The body will also consider several infrastructure contracts and the retirement of the Police Chief.

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✓ Decided: Council rejected bids and will rebid the Alida Place culvert replacement project

The council approved the meeting minutes and honored Chief Brian Lyman’s retirement. It formally rejected the bids received for the Alida Place culvert replacement and will rebid the $350,000 project. The body also approved contracts for lead‑service line replacement ($399,777) and a Snyder Avenue water‑main replacement ($750,230), and authorized a library comedy‑night event for November 7, 2025.

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Tue Sep 23, 2025

Design Review Board

Design Review Board to review application for 24 E. Main St.

The Design Review Board will meet to discuss an application for One Taekwon Do. The board will also review minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Design Review Board approves One Taekwon Do signage and August minutes

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. It also approved the awning and sign application for One Taekwon Do at 24 E. Main St., authorizing three fabric awnings of 40 sf, 8 sf, and 2 sf with specified advertising limits. No public comments or other business were taken, and the meeting adjourned at 7:18 PM.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

Shade Tree Commission

Commission will review a tree removal request for 4 Farmington Ct and related site plans

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission will consider a tree removal application for 4 Farmington Ct (Block 2601, Lot 25.03) submitted by Jim L. The meeting also includes reviews of site plans, landscape plans, and violations of tree removal permits, as well as residential site inspections and spring planting updates. Public comment is scheduled for up to five minutes per speaker. The commission will also address old and new business items.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved removal of 55 trees at 4 Farmington Court

The Shade Tree Commission approved the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes and accepted the September communications without dissent. A motion was passed to allow the removal of fifty‑five trees at 4 Farmington Court, with thirteen new trees and arborvitae to be planted in their place. All votes were recorded as unanimous.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Public hearing on amendment to restriction at 230 East Crescent Avenue

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request from Alexander Marsiglio to amend the Condition of the Resolution of Approval for Block 5101, Lot 13 at 230 East Crescent Avenue. The amendment seeks to remove the “family member” portion of the restriction. No other business is scheduled for this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment took roll call, noted several absences, and approved the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. No vote tally was recorded for that approval. No other substantive actions were taken; the public hearing on Alexander Marsiglio’s deed‑restriction amendment continued without a decision.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

Pool Commission

Pool Commission to review 2025 financial results and committee reports

The Ramsey Pool Commission will review the 2025 financial report, which shows total payments of $860k, and receive updates from various sub-committees. The meeting will also cover unfinished and new business before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: Boy Scouts denied pool grounds use, allowed parking lot access

The commission approved the August 20, 2025 minutes. The pool manager reported 2,417 resident, 528 senior and 817 non‑resident registrations, generating $860,000 in payments. The commission decided the Boy Scouts may not use the pool grounds for their Christmas tree sale but may use the parking lot. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board approved September 2 minutes and postponed KPC site‑plan waiver

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the September 2 meeting after a motion and second, with no vote tally recorded. The board did not vote on the KPC Financial Services site‑plan waiver and will carry it to the next meeting. The public hearing for Claremont Acquisitions Properties LLC continued, with the applicant presenting revised plans, but no decision was made.

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Mon Sep 15, 2025

Board of Public Works

Board of Public Works to review water main and PFAS treatment projects

The Board of Public Works will receive reports on several infrastructure projects and a NJDEP non-compliance notice. The meeting includes a resolution for the payment of vouchers.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $750,230 water main contract and $399,777 lead line contract

The Board awarded the Snyder Avenue water main replacement to Conquest Construction, Inc. for $750,230 and the Phase 3 lead service line replacement to Shauger Property Services, Inc. for $399,777. It also approved the meeting minutes, correspondence filing, and payment of water/sewer bills totaling $115,838.91. No public comments were received and the meeting was adjourned at 6:52 p.m.

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Mon Sep 15, 2025

Recreation Commission

Ramsey Recreation Commission meets to review reports and activity updates

The Ramsey Recreation Commission will convene to approve minutes, receive reports from the director and commissioners, and discuss unfinished and new business. The meeting is a standard procedural gathering.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved August minutes and adjourned the meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:10 p.m. following a motion and second. No other formal actions were recorded.

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Thu Sep 11, 2025

Board of Health

Ramsey Board of Health to discuss flu clinic and public health reports

The Board of Health will meet to review public water supply, health education, and inspection reports. The body will also discuss a flu clinic and health fair scheduled for September 25.

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✓ Decided: Board approved prior meeting minutes and adjourned the session

The Board voted to approve the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned.

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Wed Sep 10, 2025

Mayor & Council

Council to approve $350,000 culvert replacement project on Alida Place

The Ramsey Borough Council will hold a work session to consider several ordinances, including amendments to the borough code on porches, lead water service line replacement, traffic parking, noise prevention, and retiree insurance benefits. They will also vote on a capital improvement ordinance authorizing $350,000 to replace two culverts on Alida Place and related road work. Additionally, the council will adopt consent resolutions for voucher payments, payroll ratification, appointment of a construction code official, and set the part‑time court administrator wage at $35 per hour. Public comment and block party requests will also be addressed.

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✓ Decided: Borough adopts five new ordinances, including lead water line replacement

The Council approved the minutes from the August 27 meeting and recognized Ramsey High School students. It then adopted five ordinances—porches, lead water service line replacement, private‑property parking rules, noise prevention, and a related amendment—each passing unanimously. Motions to return to regular order and to go out of order for the student recognition were also carried.

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Mon Sep 8, 2025

Library Board of Trustees

✓ Decided: Board approved $25,835.64 teen‑room furniture purchase

The trustees approved payment of the June, July and August bills, hired a carpet‑cleaning company, and unanimously accepted a $25,835.64 contract with Creative Library Concepts for new teen‑room furniture. They also adopted a resolution authorizing a public procurement card for the library. All actions were recorded as passed by the board.

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Mon Sep 8, 2025

Environmental Commission

Environmental Commission to discuss Spring Street site plans

The Ramsey Environmental Commission will meet to discuss developments and site plans regarding Spring Street and a letter from Mr. Morris. Members will also provide updates on local environmental initiatives and community events.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved high‑visibility signs and accepted prior meeting minutes

The Ramsey Environmental Commission accepted the August 12, 2025 minutes as received. The commission decided to purchase high‑visibility signs with reflective strips. The meeting was adjourned at 8:11 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Tue Sep 2, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board approves waivers, recommends ordinance, and carries hearings

The Ramsey Planning Board approved the minutes from 08/19/25 and approved three waiver applications, pending other approvals. The board recommended Ordinance 17-2025 to the Mayor and Council. Public hearings for John Royle and Thomas Ashbahian were carried forward to October 7, 2025, and an application by Claremont Properties Acquisitions LLC was carried to September 16, 2025.

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Wed Aug 27, 2025

Mayor & Council

✓ Decided: Borough adopts $5.3 M bond ordinance for public improvements

The council approved the minutes from July 23, 2025 and a communications motion, both unanimously. A motion to go out of regular order so the administrator could present final ordinances also passed unanimously. The council adopted Ordinance 14‑2025, a bond ordinance authorizing $5,300,000 for various public improvements, with a 6‑0 vote. No vote or outcome was recorded for Ordinance 15‑2025 concerning the water‑sewer utility.

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Tue Aug 26, 2025

Design Review Board

Design Review Board to review three property applications

The Design Review Board will meet to discuss applications for three specific locations. The board will also consider revisions to the Design Review Board Application process.

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✓ Decided: Design Review Board approved three commercial sign projects

The board approved the minutes from the July 22 meeting. It then approved sign applications for Bath & Body Works at the Interstate Shopping Center, Tuxedo Hudson Realty at 47 S. Franklin Tpke., and Ramsey Golf & Country Club at 105 Lakeside Drive. A revised Design Review Board application was also discussed and approved.

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Wed Aug 20, 2025

Pool Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved July minutes and adjourned the meeting unanimously

The commission approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes as received. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No new business was taken, and the next meeting is set for September 17, 2025.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board approves waivers for five health‑service businesses

The Ramsey Planning Board approved the minutes from the July 15 meeting and a board‑prepared resolution. It then approved waiver applications for Sage Wellness & Psychiatry LLC, Delfina Harvey LCSW, LLC, Metropolitan Dermatology, and Inner Arrow Counseling and Wellness LLC, subject to the Construction Official, Board of Health and Fire Official. All motions were carried with every eligible member present voting in favor.

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Mon Aug 18, 2025

Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved June minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Ramsey Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting. The commission then adjourned the meeting at 8:08 p.m. No other formal actions were taken; the remainder of the agenda consisted of activity reports and informational updates.

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Mon Aug 18, 2025

Board of Public Works

✓ Decided: Board approved $37,750 water main contract and added $234,192 PFAS settlement revenue

The Board approved a $37,750 quote from Conquest Construction to connect the new water main at Ramsey High School. It also approved a resolution to record the $234,191.96 PFAS settlement payment as revenue in the 2025 budget. Additionally, the Board waived $252.53 interest on a water and sewer bill and rolled back sewer rates to the 2025 minimum usage rates. Finance resolutions authorized payment of current water/sewer bills totaling $447,393.60, reserve $4,544.00, and wired $114,167.34.

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Thu Aug 14, 2025

Board of Health

✓ Decided: Board approved June 12 meeting minutes

The Ramsey Board of Health approved the minutes from its June 12, 2025 meeting. The board then adjourned the August 14 meeting. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.

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Tue Aug 12, 2025

Environmental Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved purchase of high‑visibility safety signs

The Ramsey Environmental Commission accepted the June 10, 2025 minutes as recorded. It decided to purchase high‑visibility signs with reflective strips to improve borough safety. The meeting was then adjourned.

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Mon Aug 11, 2025

Library Board of Trustees

✓ Decided: Teen Room painting & flooring approved; two library pages hired

The board unanimously approved painting the Teen Room at a cost of $3,200 and installing new LVT flooring at a cost of $7,629.42. The board also unanimously approved hiring Azadeh Farahat and Natalia Fey as Library Pages at the $15.49 minimum wage. The vote on purchasing additional teen‑room furniture was tabled until the September meeting.

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Wed Jul 23, 2025

Mayor & Council

✓ Decided: Council approved $120,000 emergency water‑sewer fund appropriation

The Ramsey Borough Council adopted a series of consent resolutions, including an emergency appropriation of $120,000 for the water‑sewer capital improvement fund. The council also increased the bid threshold to $53,000 and the quote threshold to $7,950, and approved several appointments and retirements. All motions were carried without recorded dissent.

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Tue Jul 22, 2025

Design Review Board

✓ Decided: Design Review Board approved Domino's signage at 385 N. Franklin Turnpike

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting. It approved a facade sign for Ramsey Kitchen at 94 E. Main Street with specified dimensions and materials. It also approved a facade sign for Domino's at 385 N. Franklin Turnpike, subject to directional signs approved by the zoning officer. Councilwoman Woods abstained on both sign approvals.

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Mon Jul 21, 2025

Board of Public Works

✓ Decided: Board approves emergency $120k down payment for bond projects and other water works

The Board of Public Works approved an emergency resolution authorizing a $120,000 down payment for Bond Ordinance 15-2025 projects. It also approved the revised Arrow Road PFAS upgrade proposal, two change orders reducing payments to contractors, and several water and sewer connections, including at 91 Brookside Ave and the Ramsey High School auto shop. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Thu Jul 17, 2025

Shade Tree Commission

✓ Decided: Shade Tree Commission denied a request to remove 77 trees at 4 Farmington Court.

The commission first approved the minutes from the June 19 meeting and accepted recent communications. It denied a request to remove 77 trees at 4 Farmington Court, while unanimously approving the removal of a pine tree in the borough right‑of‑way. The board also added three county‑identified hazardous trees to its next work order, approved a CEU class by Colin Milde, and adjourned the meeting at 7:53 p.m.

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Wed Jul 16, 2025

Pool Commission

✓ Decided: Pool Commission approved June 18 meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes of the June 18, 2025 meeting as received. No other motions were voted on; the meeting was adjourned unanimously. Membership totals and upcoming activities were reported but not decided.

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Tue Jul 15, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approves minutes, soil extension and six business waivers

The Ramsey Planning Board approved the minutes from the June 17 meeting. It received and filed a letter requesting a soil‑movement extension for Celtic Motor Sports, LLC and approved the corresponding resolution. The board also approved waivers for six new businesses, subject to further approvals, and adjourned the meeting at 8:00 PM.

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Wed Jun 25, 2025

Mayor & Council

✓ Decided: Council approved affordable housing spending plan and a $23K watershed contract

The council adopted several consent resolutions, including endorsement of the borough's fourth‑round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, approval of the affordable housing spending plan, and authorization of a professional services agreement with Boswell Engineering for a Tier A Watershed Inventory Report not to exceed $23,000. Appointments of Emma Hunt and Joseph Rotolo to the Ramsey Rescue Squad were also confirmed. The meeting adjourned at 7:21 pm.

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Tue Jun 24, 2025

Design Review Board

✓ Decided: Design Review Board approves Popeyes sign application and meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen sign application, authorizing the specified facade, pylon, and directional signs. No other business was considered.

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Thu Jun 19, 2025

Shade Tree Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved removal of eight trees at 22 Skytop Drive

The Shade Tree Commission voted unanimously to allow removal of eight trees at 22 Skytop Drive, keeping the borough tree in place. The previously approved planting of three Hawthorn trees on Main Street was amended to one tree, with a $200 donation from restaurant owner Marcelo Gambarato. The May 15 minutes and May communications were accepted as received, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

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Wed Jun 18, 2025

Zoning Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approved three property variances, including front‑yard setbacks

The Board approved the minutes from May 21, 2025 and granted variances for three properties: a reduced front‑yard setback at 20 Gertzen Road, adjusted setbacks and coverage limits at 26 Arlena Terrace, and a front‑yard setback reduction at 315 Maple Street. The hearing for Alexander Marsiglio’s restriction amendment was postponed to September 17, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

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Wed Jun 18, 2025

Pool Commission

✓ Decided: Pool Commission appoints social media intern and approves meeting minutes

The commission approved the May 21, 2025 minutes as received. Maddie Stitz was appointed as the season‑long social media/public relations intern. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

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Tue Jun 17, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board adopted 2025 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan setting 450 new units

The Ramsey Planning Board approved the 2025 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, establishing a Present Need of 51 units and a Prospective Need of 450 units. The board also approved waivers for four mental‑health and retail businesses, subject to construction, health, and fire approvals. A resolution for Titan Development Group’s soil movement at 206 Peterson Place was approved. The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 PM.

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Mon Jun 16, 2025

Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved prior minutes and adjourned; July meeting cancelled

The commission approved the May 19, 2025 meeting minutes as received. A motion to adjourn the June 16 meeting was made and passed. The July 2025 Recreation Commission meeting was cancelled, with the next meeting set for August 18, 2025.

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Mon Jun 16, 2025

Board of Public Works

✓ Decided: Board approved water and sewer connections for three properties

The Board voted to approve water and sewer connections at 28 North St., 8 Elbert Ct., and 13 N. Central Ave. It also approved payment of water/sewer bills totaling $229,163.88 from the current and reserve budgets. An executive session was authorized to discuss confidential matters, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:07 PM.

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Thu Jun 12, 2025

Board of Health

✓ Decided: Board approved prior meeting minutes and adjourned the session

The Board approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting after a motion by Chris Haas and a second by Heidi Martin. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion by Angela and a second by Chris Haas. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Thu Jun 12, 2025

Mayor & Council

✓ Decided: Council adopted rezoning ordinance for Constantine Drive redevelopment

The Borough adopted Ordinance 12-2025, creating a new R5-D Constantine Drive Redevelopment Zone to allow low‑ and moderate‑income housing. The council also adopted Ordinance 13-2025, revising hours and noise rules for tennis and pickleball courts. Several consent resolutions were approved, including a contract for emergency water‑sewer repairs and a professional services agreement for Finch Park courts. Special permits for a church procession, a Father’s Day cook‑out, and two block parties were also granted.

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Tue Jun 10, 2025

Environmental Commission

✓ Decided: Commission accepted May minutes and cancelled July meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting, with two members abstaining. The July Environmental Commission meeting was officially cancelled. The commission then adjourned the June 10 meeting at 8:35 p.m.

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Mon Jun 9, 2025

Library Board of Trustees

✓ Decided: Board unanimously hires part-time library assistant

The board accepted the April 14 minutes and approved payment of the $7,500 audit and the April and May bills. A consent resolution unanimously approved hiring Megan Saluga as a part‑time library assistant at $18.50 per hour starting June 30. The July and August meetings were cancelled.

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Wed May 28, 2025

Mayor & Council

✓ Decided: Council adopted summer parking restriction ordinance for three streets

The Ramsey Borough Council adopted Ordinance 11‑2025, which bans street parking from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Shadyside Road, Drumm Court and Darlington Avenue during the summer season. The ordinance was approved unanimously by the five councilmembers present. The council also approved a series of consent resolutions (100‑2025 through 106‑2025), made two public‑safety appointments, and rescheduled Ordinance 12‑2025 for a June 12 hearing.

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Wed May 21, 2025

Zoning Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approved variances for three residential properties

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance and site‑plan waiver for the McDermott property, a front‑yard setback variance for David Frifield & Meegan Gliner, and front‑yard setback, building‑coverage and impervious‑coverage variances for Brian O’Keefe. All three applications were approved by recorded votes (McDermott 3‑0‑3; Frifield & Gliner 6‑0‑0; O’Keefe 6‑0‑0). The board also approved the April 16 minutes and adjourned the meeting.

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Wed May 21, 2025

Pool Commission

✓ Decided: Pool Commission approved April minutes and adjourned the meeting

The commission approved the minutes of the April 16, 2025 meeting as received. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other votes or decisions were recorded.

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Tue May 20, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board approved Titan Development Group’s soil‑moving application for new driveway

The Ramsey Planning Board approved several items. Waivers for five business applicants were granted, subject to the Construction Official, Board of Health and Fire Official. The Board recommended Ordinance 12‑2025 to the Mayor and Council, approved a soil‑moving application for Titan Development Group with conditions, and adopted an amended site plan for 663 Crescent Plaza, LLC.

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Mon May 19, 2025

Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved April minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Ramsey Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting. No vote count was recorded, but the motion passed. The commission then adjourned the meeting at 7:55 p.m. after a motion was approved.

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Mon May 19, 2025

Board of Public Works

✓ Decided: Board approved $58,536.85 emergency water & sewer repair contract

The Board of Public Works approved a change order for additional milling and paving on N. Central Ave for $26,895. It also approved the annual emergency water and sewer repair contract with John Garcia Construction for $58,536.85. A resolution was adopted to pay current water/sewer bills totaling $249,103.58 and reserve bills of $73,580.95. All three actions were carried with unanimous affirmative votes.

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Thu May 15, 2025

Shade Tree Commission

✓ Decided: Shade Tree Commission approves multiple tree removals and spring planting plan

The commission unanimously approved the removal of 19 trees at 237 West Oak Street and 16 trees at 75 Brookfield Lane. It amended the Main Street Hawthorn planting from three trees to one. The commission accepted Above Par's lowest bid to plant 32 new trees, set a June 15, 2025 planting deadline, and will switch curb‑marking paint to white next year.

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Wed May 14, 2025

Mayor & Council

✓ Decided: Council adopts $150,000 ordinance for new senior bus and ambulance

The council approved Ordinance 09-2025 authorizing $150,000 for acquisition of a new senior bus and partial funding of a new ambulance for the Ramsey Ambulance Corp. The ordinance was adopted unanimously by the six council members present. The council also adopted Ordinance 10-2025 amending the borough code to create restricted areas in municipal buildings to protect confidential records. Several consent resolutions were approved, including the purchase of the senior bus for $142,272.24 and a $70,000 contribution toward the ambulance.

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Tue May 13, 2025

Environmental Commission

✓ Decided: Environmental Commission accepted April minutes and adjourned meeting

The commission approved the minutes of the April 8, 2025 meeting after a motion by Mr. Nerney and a second by Ms. Kymer. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:07 p.m. following a motion by Mr. Nerney and a second by Ms. Benfanti. No other formal actions were voted on.

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Thu May 8, 2025

Board of Health

✓ Decided: Board approved April 10 meeting minutes

The Ramsey Board of Health approved the minutes from its April 10, 2025 meeting. Later, the board voted to adjourn the May 8 meeting at approximately 9:04 PM. No other actions were decided.

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Wed Apr 23, 2025

Mayor & Council

✓ Decided: Ramsey adopts floodplain management ordinance and approves senior bus purchase

The council adopted Ordinance 08‑2025, repealing the old flood‑damage chapter and establishing new floodplain management regulations. A public hearing was scheduled for Ordinance 09‑2025 to fund the purchase of a new senior bus, with the ordinance approved by the council. Council members confirmed the appointments of Joseph Cinnante as a probationary police officer and David Purdy to the Ramsey Rescue Squad. Several consent resolutions were approved, including a $1,252.88 tax redemption, a $1,120 pedestrian‑safety grant, and a block‑party permit for June 28.

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Mon Apr 21, 2025

Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves $10,000 for Finch Park shelter and pickleball buffer

The Ramsey Recreation Commission approved the March 17 minutes, authorized about $10,000 from the upcoming fee increase to build a permanent shelter at Finch Park, and unanimously approved a pickleball court buffer using arborvitae. The commission also extended the scholarship application deadline. The meeting was then adjourned.

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Mon Apr 21, 2025

Board of Public Works

✓ Decided: Board approves water and sewer connection for 425 Island Rd townhouse development

The Board approved the water and sewer connection for the 425 Island Rd townhouse project. It also authorized payment of bills totaling $1,178,764.20 from the current Water/Sewer 2025 budget. Additional actions included entering executive session to discuss litigation, recommending the LSL replacement ordinance to the Mayor and Council, and directing the attorney to negotiate a water‑leak settlement.

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Thu Apr 17, 2025

Shade Tree Commission

✓ Decided: Shade Tree Commission unanimously approved multiple tree removals and plantings

The commission approved the removal of eight trees at 39 & 43 Spring Street, seven trees at 92 West Main Street (with required arborvitae planting), twelve trees at 51 Dogwood Terrace, ten pine trees at 65 East Cedar Place, and nine trees at 172 West Oak Street. It also approved the planting of three Hawthorn trees on Main Street and adopted several work orders for tree removal and stump grinding. Minutes from the March 20 meeting and the March communications packet were accepted unanimously.

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Wed Apr 16, 2025

Zoning Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Board approves Deer Trail shed variance and adopts March minutes

The Board approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting unanimously. A motion to grant a C‑Variance and Site Plan Waiver for a second accessory shed at 105 Deer Trail was carried with a 6‑0 vote, three members absent, and a stipulation that the shed contain no plumbing, heating, air‑conditioning, or habitation. No action was taken on the Ramsey Golf & Country Club site plan amendment. All other agenda items were informational.

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Wed Apr 16, 2025

Pool Commission

✓ Decided: Snack stand contract for 2025 season approved

The commission approved the minutes of the March 19, 2025 meeting as received. They unanimously approved the Pete and Mary’s snack‑stand contract for the 2025 season at $23,500. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Ramsey Planning Board approves waivers and a development application

The board approved the minutes from the March 18 meeting. It approved waivers for Har Group Corp., Azeemi Pizza LLC, and three office tenants at 663 East Crescent Avenue. It also approved the 663 East Crescent Plaza development application with conditions. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

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Mon Apr 14, 2025

Library Board of Trustees

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the updated Notary Service Policy

The board approved the March 10 meeting minutes and authorized payment of the March bills, except attorney fees. An updated Notary Service Policy was unanimously adopted, enabling resident notary appointments. No other motions were taken.

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Thu Apr 10, 2025

Board of Health

✓ Decided: Board approved prior meeting minutes and adjourned

The Board approved the minutes from the January 9 meeting after a motion by Chris Haas and second by Heidi Martin. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion from Chris Haas, seconded by Heidi Martin. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.

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Wed Apr 9, 2025

Mayor & Council

✓ Decided: Council approved a $1.04 M road resurfacing contract with PM Construction

The Ramsey Mayor and Council adopted several resolutions, including awarding a $1,039,834.50 road resurfacing contract and a $211,736.22 subsidiary paving contract to PM Construction. They also adopted Ordinance 07‑2025 establishing liability‑insurance and registration requirements for rental owners, and passed the first reading of Ordinance 08‑2025 to replace the flood‑damage prevention chapter with new floodplain management regulations. Ordinance 04‑2025 for a new multifamily zoning district was tabled pending the borough planner’s arrival.

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Tue Apr 8, 2025

Environmental Commission

✓ Decided: Environmental Commission accepted March minutes and approved signage grant development

The commission approved the minutes of the March 11, 2025 meeting, with three members abstaining. It decided to develop a grant for signage, tasking Mrs. Dey and Ms. Kymer with preparing the grant details for the borough’s grant writers. The meeting was adjourned at 8:47 p.m. after a motion passed.

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Wed Mar 26, 2025

Mayor & Council

✓ Decided: Ramsey Council adopts 2025 budget (amended) and approves $275K road ordinance

The council approved the meeting minutes and communications without opposition. It adopted the 2025 municipal budget as amended, which does not change tax levels. The body also approved a $275,000 ordinance to fund road resurfacing and an emergency‑management vehicle, and adopted an ordinance regulating unsolicited advertising circulars. Several resolutions were passed, including a contract for Independence Day entertainment and an appointment to the Design Review Board.

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Tue Mar 25, 2025

Design Review Board

✓ Decided: Board approved two façade signs and denied a third

The Design Review Board approved replacement façade signs for the Goddard School and The Little Kitchen, specifying size, material, colors, and illumination. It denied AudioNova's sign request because a change in ownership requires a variance. The board also approved the February 2025 minutes and then adjourned the meeting.

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Thu Mar 20, 2025

Shade Tree Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved planting three Hawthorn trees on Main St

The Shade Tree Commission approved the minutes from the February 20 meeting and accepted February communications. The removal of 48 trees at 91 Brookside Road was amended to include two additional trees, for a total of 50, with a unanimous vote. The commission also unanimously approved planting three Hawthorn trees on Main Street at a total cost of $5,250. The request to remove twelve trees at 51 Dogwood Terrace was tabled until the April meeting.

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Wed Mar 19, 2025

Pool Commission

✓ Decided: Pool Commission denies a membership refund and approves meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes of the February 19, 2025 meeting. It denied Tim Leodori’s request for a $75 membership refund. The meeting was adjourned unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

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