Randolph public meetings in 2025

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding its regular meeting on December 18, 2025, with a full agenda of resolutions, ordinances, and public hearings. Key items include a mediation agreement with the Fair Share Housing Center on affordable housing, an ordinance amending taxicab fees, and numerous contract awards and rejections for fuel, uniforms, and equipment. The meeting also includes public comment periods and an executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• R 285-25: Mediation agreement with Fair Share Housing Center on affordable housing
• Ordinance 31-25: Amends Chapter 46 (Taxicabs) and Appendix A (Fee Schedule)
• R 268-25: Animal control shared services agreement with Town of Dover
• R 269-25: Tax refund of $1,580.18 for veteran exemption at 15 Linda Terrace
• R 280-25: Release of performance bond for 42 Lawrence Road retaining wall project

The council approved a mediation agreement with the Fair Share Housing Center, setting Randolph's fourth-round affordable housing obligation at 28 units, down from 320. The vote was 5-2, with Councilwomen Carey and Elbaum dissenting. The council also approved a settlement with Challenger Fence, Inc. resolving litigation, and passed ordinances to vacate a utility easement and update taxicab fees.

• Approved R 285-25 mediation agreement with Fair Share Housing Center (5-2)
• Approved R 268-25 settlement agreement with Challenger Fence, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved R 286-25 rescinding award to Bergen Fence and awarding to Challenger Fence (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 30-25 vacating utility easement on Lots 29, 30, 39, Block 120 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 31-25 amending taxicab chapter and fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved combined action resolutions including contracts, refunds, and raffle licenses (unanimous)
• Approved R 283-25 to serve as fiscal agent for Highlands Council grant (unanimous)
• Approved R 284-25 Jackson Brook Interceptor agreement with Mine Hill (unanimous)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment periods, presentations, and a manager's report. The main business includes voting on 13 combined action resolutions covering tax refunds, lien redemptions, a bid rejection, and a personnel handbook update, plus a resolution opposing state legislation that would preempt local zoning. The council will also hold a public hearing on a salary ordinance and introduce ordinances to vacate a utility easement and amend taxi fees. The meeting will end with an executive session on affordable housing, the Jackson Brook Interceptor, and a manager performance review.

• R 254-25: Resolution opposing legislation preempting local zoning
• R 255-25: Release of police detail escrow for Elbaum Homes
• R 256-25: Tax refund of $6,167.60 for duplicate payment at 36 Quail Run
• R 257-25: Tax lien redemption of $75,888.00 for 246 Route 10
• Ordinance 31-25: Amending Chapter 46 (Taxicabs) and fee schedule

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold public hearings and vote on four ordinances, including one to create a new R-12 single-family attached inclusionary zone and rezone Block 44, Lot 12 from OL to R-12. They will also consider a resolution to award a five-year IT services contract not to exceed $490,000, approve numerous MCCPC contracts for road and maintenance work, and adopt the 2026 meeting schedule. The agenda includes several tax sale certificate redemptions and refunds, plus an executive session on affordable housing and the Jackson Brook Interceptor.

• Ordinance 25-25: Establish R-12 Single-Family Attached Inclusionary Zone and rezone Block 44, Lot 12 from OL to R-12
• R 233-25: Award IT services contract, Nov 14 2025–Nov 13 2030, not to exceed $490,000
• R 228-25: Adopt 2026 regular meeting schedule
• R 253-25: Change order for Calais Road Phase 2 and South Road Improvements
• R 226-25, R 227-25, R 229-25, R 230-25: Tax sale certificate redemptions/refunds totaling over $156,000

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will vote on a series of resolutions, including a $644,258.52 contract for Morris Turnpike improvements and a $59,500 professional services agreement for an arts center design. The agenda also includes several contract awards and rejections for municipal supplies and services, a tax refund, and a hazard mitigation plan adoption. The meeting opens with a proclamation and a report from the Surrogate, and closes with an executive session on housing matters.

• R 216-25: Award contract to Riverview Paving, Inc. for Morris Turnpike Improvements, not to exceed $644,258.52
• R 224-25: Award professional services agreement to Settembrino Architects for proposed Arts Center design, not to exceed $59,500 plus expenses
• R 214-25: Authorize refund of $14,522.20 in overpaid taxes to Heinze Law, P.A. for Block 119, Lot 105, 690 Millbrook Avenue
• R 215-25: Adopt 2025 Morris County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• R 225-25: Approve change order for 42 Lawrence Road retaining wall replacement project

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding a regular meeting with public comment periods, a manager's report, and approval of minutes. The main business includes a public hearing on a $260,000 road improvement appropriation and introduction of four ordinances, including a new R-12 inclusionary zone and changes to sewage, parade, and affordable housing rules. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including rejecting bids for fuel contracts and approving raffle licenses.

• Ordinance 24-25: $260,000 from General Capital Improvement Fund for road improvements (public hearing)
• Ordinance 25-25: Establish R-12 Single-Family Attached Inclusionary Zone, rezoning Block 44, Lot 12 from OL to R-12 (introduction)
• Ordinance 26-25: Amend individual subsurface sewage disposal system regulations and fees (introduction)
• Ordinance 27-25: Amend police department regulations on processions and parades (introduction)
• Ordinance 28-25: Amend garden apartment affordable housing section (introduction)

The council adopted an ordinance appropriating $260,000 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for road improvements. It also introduced four ordinances, including one establishing a new R-12 Single-Family Attached Inclusionary Zone to help meet the township's affordable housing obligation. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The meeting also included a presentation on township communications and a manager's report on various departmental updates.

• Adopted Ordinance 24-25 appropriating $260,000 for road improvements (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 25-25 establishing R-12 Inclusionary Zone and rezoning Block 44, Lot 12 (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 26-25 amending septic system regulations and fees (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 27-25 authorizing Chief of Police to regulate processions and parades (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 28-25 amending garden apartment affordable housing rules (7-0)
• Approved combined action resolutions R 207-25 through R 213-25 and raffle licenses (7-0)
• Approved minutes of September 18, 2025 regular meeting (7-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment periods, a police swearing-in ceremony, and appointments. The main business includes voting on 12 combined action resolutions, including a $200,000 leaf collection contract and several refunds, and holding public hearings on six ordinances covering mobile food vendors, housing maintenance, land use, park vehicle bans, film making, and massage establishments. The council will also introduce an ordinance to appropriate $260,000 for road improvements and enter executive session to discuss affordable housing and personnel.

• R 202-25: Award $200,000 contract to Nature's Choice NJ, LLC for leaf loading, hauling, and recycling (Oct 1, 2025 – Jan 31, 2026)
• Ordinance 24-25: Introduce $260,000 appropriation from General Capital Improvement Fund for road improvements
• Ordinance 21-25: Prohibit motorized vehicles on paths and trails in public parks
• R 197-25: Refund $2,183.00 duplicate tax payment for 156 Millbrook Avenue
• R 205-25: Award $16,000 professional services agreement to Antonelli Kantor Rivera, PC

The Randolph Township Council held a regular meeting on September 18, 2025, and took several actions. The council unanimously adopted six ordinances on second reading, covering mobile food vendors, housing maintenance, land development, motorized vehicles in parks, film making, and massage establishments. It also approved a combined action agenda that included a $200,000 contract for leaf loading and hauling, a $16,000 professional services agreement, and various refunds and bond releases. The council introduced an ordinance to appropriate $260,000 for road improvements and entered executive session to discuss affordable housing and personnel.

• Adopted Ordinance 18-25 regulating mobile food vendors (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 19-25 on housing maintenance and nuisance abatement (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 20-25 amending Land Development Ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-25 prohibiting motorized vehicles on park trails (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 22-25 adding Chapter 51 on film making (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-25 amending massage establishment regulations (unanimous)
• Approved combined action agenda including $200,000 leaf contract to Nature's Choice NJ, LLC (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 24-25 appropriating $260,000 for road improvements (unanimous)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding its regular meeting with a combined action resolution list covering a commercial tax appeal settlement, property tax refunds, and several contract awards through the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council (MCCPC). The council will also consider two raffle licenses for the Stefan Strong Foundation and discuss the New Jersey Energy Master Plan. The meeting includes public comment periods and ends with an executive session on legal matters including affordable housing.

• R 188-25: Settlement of commercial tax appeal, HC Randolph LLC, Block 119, Lot 105, 690 Millbrook Avenue
• R 189-25: $2,989.59 property tax refund for veteran exemption, 6 Surrey Lane (Robert J. Domicolo & K. Sawczyn)
• R 190-25: Award MCCPC Contract #3B (liquid calcium chloride) to Peckham Materials Corporation
• R 191-25 through R 195-25: Awards for police pursuit vehicles, utility vehicles, service/truck bodies, cab/chassis with dump bodies, and calcium chloride bags
• Raffle licenses for Stefan Strong Foundation, Randolph Community Center, 30 Calais Road, September 18, 2025

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment periods, a proclamation for Miller's Hill Farm's 100th anniversary, and a series of action resolutions. Key items include a developer's agreement for a site at 971-989 Route 10 East, several contract awards, and the introduction of multiple ordinances. The meeting also includes an executive session.

• R 179-25: Accept developer's agreement with 10 East Realty for preliminary/final site plan approval at 971-989 Route 10 East and 65 Canfield Avenue
• R 182-25: Award contract up to $255,000 for Freedom Park improvements
• R 183-25: Award contract up to $101,000 for janitorial services
• R 184-25: Award contract up to $58,795 for 42 Lawrence Road retaining wall replacement
• Ordinance 17-25: Public hearing on $55,000 appropriation for fencing at Randolph Lake Park

The Randolph Township Council approved a combined action agenda including a $255,000 contract for Freedom Park hardscape improvements, a $101,000 janitorial services contract, and a $58,795 retaining wall replacement contract. They also adopted an ordinance appropriating $55,000 for fencing at Randolph Lake Park and introduced six ordinances, including one to regulate film making and another to prohibit motorized vehicles on park trails. All votes were unanimous, with Councilwoman Thornton abstaining on the street closure resolution.

• Approved $255,000 Freedom Park hardscape contract (unanimous)
• Approved $101,000 janitorial services contract (unanimous)
• Approved $58,795 retaining wall replacement contract (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating $55,000 for Randolph Lake Park fencing (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to regulate film making (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to prohibit motorized vehicles on park trails (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance on mobile food vendors (unanimous)
• Approved developer's agreement for 971-989 Route 10 East (unanimous)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a soil movement permit for Randolph Mt. Freedom, LLC at 1162 Sussex Turnpike. The council will also consider a series of resolutions, including a bid threshold increase, tax payment grace period extension, and a developer's agreement for Liberty Village. Two ordinances are on the agenda: one to accept sewer facilities from BH Brightview Randolph, LLC and another to appropriate $55,000 for fencing at Randolph Lake Park. The meeting includes public comment periods and an executive session for legal matters.

• Public hearing and resolution R 175-25 for soil movement permit, Randolph Mt. Freedom, LLC, Block 224, Lot 5, 1162 Sussex Turnpike
• Ordinance 17-25 appropriating $55,000 from Open Space Capital Improvement Fund for fencing at Randolph Lake Park
• Ordinance 16-25 accepting sanitary sewer facilities from BH Brightview Randolph, LLC
• R 163-25 increasing bid threshold from $44,000 to $53,000
• R 165-25 extending grace period for third quarter 2025 tax payments

The Randolph Township Council approved a soil movement permit for Randolph Mt. Freedom LLC, allowing the import of approximately 2,400 cubic yards of clean fill for a 25-unit affordable housing building at 1162 Sussex Turnpike. The council also adopted an ordinance accepting sanitary sewer facilities from BH Brightview Randolph LLC, introduced an ordinance to fund fencing at Randolph Lake Park, and approved a combined action agenda including a tax payment grace period extension and various contracts.

• Approved soil movement permit for Randolph Mt. Freedom LLC, Block 224, Lot 5 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 16-25 accepting sanitary sewer facilities from BH Brightview Randolph LLC (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 17-25 appropriating $55,000 for fencing at Randolph Lake Park (7-0)
• Approved combined action agenda of 18 resolutions (7-0)
• Approved minutes from April 15, May 1, and May 15 meetings (7-0, Nisivoccia abstained on April 15)
• Approved $5,000 change order for Town Hall roof replacement (part of combined agenda)
• Approved $32,000 increase for bankruptcy counsel services (part of combined agenda)
• Approved extension of grace period for third quarter 2025 tax payments (part of combined agenda)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on Ordinance 15-25 to fund rescue squad equipment, introductions of an ordinance to accept sewer facilities from BH Brightview Randolph, and a series of action resolutions including contract awards, tax refunds, and a grant application. The council will also hear a presentation of the 2024 audit and consider endorsing the 2025 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan.

• Ordinance 15-25: $14,000 for rescue squad suction devices (public hearing)
• Ordinance 16-25: Accept sewer facilities from BH Brightview Randolph, LLC (introduction)
• R 157-25: Town Hall flooring replacement contract up to $62,000
• R 159-25: NJ DOT grant application for Center Grove Road improvements
• R 152-25: Electronic tax sale for delinquencies through Dec 31, 2024

The Council unanimously endorsed the 2025 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (R-148-25), meeting the June 30 deadline for filing with Superior Court. The plan addresses a present need of 84 existing homes (adjusted to 17 renter-occupied units) and a prospective need of 300 new affordable housing units over 10 years (modified to 30 units). The Council also approved a combined action agenda including liquor license renewals, a $62,000 flooring contract, and an electronic tax sale contract, and adopted an ordinance appropriating $14,000 for rescue squad suction devices.

• Endorsed 2025 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (7-0)
• Approved combined action agenda including liquor license renewals and $62,000 flooring contract (7-0, 1 abstention on audit certification)
• Adopted Ordinance 15-25 appropriating $14,000 for rescue squad suction devices (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 16-25 to accept sanitary sewer facilities from BH Brightview Randolph, LLC (7-0)
• Appointed Stephanie Weng to Economic Development Committee and Aleksandra Jankowska to Trails Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Approved proclamation honoring Dorothy Emma Norman on her 100th birthday (7-0)
• Moved into executive session to discuss litigation (7-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding its regular meeting on June 10, 2025, with a full agenda of appointments, proclamations, and 23 action resolutions. Key items include a $164,000 contract for a Parks and Recreation Master Plan, a $84,000 recreation improvement grant, and several tax refunds for veteran exemptions. The council will also introduce an ordinance to fund rescue squad equipment and enter executive session for litigation and attorney-client matters.

• R 127-25: Award $164,000 to Brandstetter Carroll, LLC for Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• R 125-25: Approve $84,000 Local Recreation Improvement Grant (LRIG)
• R 136-25: Approve $76,392.91 Clean Communities Grant
• R 143-25 & R 144-25: Purchase DPW truck roll-off body ($63,000) and cab/chassis ($175,000)
• Ordinance 15-25: Appropriate $14,000 for rescue squad suction devices

The Randolph Township Council approved a combined action agenda including a $164,000 professional services agreement with Brandstetter Carroll, LLC for a Parks and Recreation Master Plan, and contracts totaling $238,000 for a new roll-off body and cab/chassis for DPW Truck #953. The council also introduced Ordinance 15-25, appropriating $14,000 for rescue squad suction devices, and approved multiple property tax refunds related to veteran exemptions. All votes were unanimous, with two council members abstaining on the LOSAP benefit resolution (R 142-25).

• Approved $164,000 Parks and Recreation Master Plan contract with Brandstetter Carroll (unanimous)
• Approved $63,000 roll-off body and $175,000 cab/chassis for DPW Truck #953 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 15-25 appropriating $14,000 for rescue squad suction devices (unanimous)
• Approved 7 property tax refunds for veteran exemptions totaling $22,439.63 (unanimous)
• Approved $84,000 Local Recreation Improvement Grant and $76,392.91 Clean Communities Grant (unanimous)
• Approved 2025-2026 liquor license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved student appointments to township committees (unanimous; Nisivoccia abstained on one)
• Approved Pride Month and Juneteenth proclamations (unanimous)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on three ordinances: a payment-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT) agreement for an affordable housing development, a salary ordinance for specified employees, and a capital ordinance appropriating funds for the Parks Master Plan. The council will also vote on a series of resolutions, including contract awards and rejections, tax refunds, and a resolution opposing state legislation on mixed-use development. The meeting includes an executive session for attorney-client privileged discussions on affordable housing and the Mine Hill-Jackson Brook Interceptor.

• Ordinance 12-25: PILOT agreement with Randolph Mt Freedom, LLC for affordable housing (Block 224, Lot 5)
• Ordinance 13-25: Amends salary ordinance for specified employees
• Ordinance 14-25: Appropriates $75,823 from Open Space Capital Improvement Fund and $24,177 from Capital Fund Balance for Parks Master Plan
• R 116-25 and R 117-25: Tax refunds for duplicate payments ($5,940.14 and $3,846.62)
• R 124-25: Opposes legislation preempting local planning for mixed-use development

The Randolph Township Council adopted Ordinance 12-25, authorizing a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement with Randolph Mt. Freedom, LLC for a 100% affordable housing development of 25 units (18 family rental, 7 supportive) at Block 224, Lot 5. The vote was 5-1, with Councilman Nisivoccia dissenting and Councilwoman Thornton absent. The council also approved a combined action agenda of 19 resolutions, including contracts, tax refunds, and a raffle license, and passed ordinances on employee compensation and Parks Master Plan funding.

• Adopted Ordinance 12-25 authorizing PILOT agreement for 25-unit affordable housing (5-1)
• Approved combined action agenda of 19 resolutions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 13-25 amending employee compensation ranges (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 14-25 appropriating $100,000 for Parks Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved R 123-25 calling for restoration of energy taxes to municipalities (unanimous)
• Approved R 124-25 opposing state legislation preempting local planning (unanimous)
• Approved proclamations honoring Eagle Scouts and Mental Health Awareness Month (unanimous)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding its regular meeting on May 1, 2025, with several action items including contract awards for park improvements, grant approvals, and ordinance introductions. The council will also hold public hearings on an easement for Dover Water and introduce ordinances on a PILOT agreement for affordable housing, employee salaries, and a parks master plan. The meeting includes proclamations, public comment periods, and an executive session on legal matters.

• R 101-25: Award contract up to $77,224.20 for playground equipment at Rosenfarb Park
• R 102-25: Award contract up to $107,113.19 for basketball equipment at Rosenfarb Park
• R 99-25: Approve $2,916.39 state allocation for body armor replacement
• R 100-25: Approve $75,354.53 recycling tonnage grant
• Ordinance 12-25: Introduce PILOT agreement with Randolph Mt Freedom, LLC for affordable housing (Block 224, Lot 5)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2025 municipal budget, along with several capital ordinances and contracts. The meeting includes public comment periods and an executive session. Key items include the budget adoption, bond ordinance, and professional service agreements.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2025 municipal budget (R 91-25, R 92-25)
• Ordinance 07-25: $2,287,000 for various 2025 capital improvements
• Bond Ordinance 09-25: $2,500,000 appropriation, $2,050,000 bonds for improvements
• R 93-25: $116,435 contract to French & Parrello for Rosenfarb-Guerin Farms Trail design
• R 96-25: $178,112 HVAC maintenance contract to Air Systems Maintenance, Inc.

The council adopted the 2025 municipal budget of $37,687,230, a 4.9% increase from 2024, with a tax rate increase of 4.44% (about $114.63 annually for the average home). They also approved several capital ordinances, including $2.5M for bonds and $2.287M for various improvements. The meeting included reports on grants, road projects, and public comments.

• Adopted 2025 municipal budget of $37,687,230 (6-0)
• Adopted Bond Ordinance 09-25 for $2.5M, issuing $2.05M bonds (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Ordinance 07-25 appropriating $2,287,000 for capital improvements (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 08-25 appropriating $495,000 for parks and recreation (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 06-25 appropriating $250,000 for water/sewer improvements (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 10-25 appropriating $23,287 for Rosenfarb-Guerin Trail design (6-0)
• Approved combined action resolutions including contracts for engineering, brush grinding, HVAC, and trail design (6-0)
• Approved minutes for February 20 and February 27 meetings (6-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding a public hearing on a soil movement permit for Madison Randolph RE, LLC at 792 Route 10, with a resolution to approve it. The council will also consider several action resolutions, including a developer's agreement for a site plan at 971-979 Route 10 East, an emergency change order for the Denbrook Pump Station upgrade, and a tax sale certificate refund. An ordinance will be introduced to grant an easement to the Town of Dover Water Commission. The meeting includes public comment periods and an executive session on legal matters.

• Public hearing and resolution R 90-25 for soil movement permit, Madison Randolph RE, LLC, Block 42, Lot 5, 792 Route 10
• R 86-25: Developer's agreement with 10 East Realty, LLC and Morris County Investments, LLC for site plan at 971-979 Route 10 East and 65 Canfield Avenue
• R 87-25: Emergency change order #1 to Pumping Services, Inc. contract for Denbrook Pump Station upgrade
• R 85-25: Tax Collector to redeem and refund tax sale certificate #2022-015 to Pro Cap 8, FBO Firstrust Bank - $25,309.82
• Ordinance 11-25: Granting consent to utilize easement area to Town of Dover Water Commission, Block 195, Lot 24

The Randolph Township Council approved a soil movement permit for Madison Randolph RE, LLC at 792 Route 10, with a condition that soil import not begin until after June 1, 2025, due to Route 80 closure. The council also introduced an ordinance granting an easement to the Town of Dover Water Commission, approved a combined action agenda, and made a Board of Health appointment.

• Approved soil movement permit R 90-25 for Madison Randolph RE, LLC, with condition to delay soil import until after June 1 (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 11-25 granting consent to utilize easement area to Town of Dover Water Commission (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved combined action resolutions R 83-25 through R 89-25 and raffle license (6-0)
• Appointed Madison Marks to the Board of Health (6-0)
• Approved proclamation for Parkinson's Awareness Month (6-0)
• Approved minutes from February 6, 2025 meetings (6-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on a soil movement permit for Fullerton Landscape, LLC at 38 Ash Lane, followed by action on several resolutions including a $45,000 engineering contract for stormwater work and affordable housing agreements. The council will also introduce an ordinance to fund trail design and consider a zoning amendment for the VCR-6 zone. The meeting includes public comment periods and an executive session on litigation, attorney-client matters, and contract negotiations.

• Public hearing and resolution R 71-25 for soil movement permit, Fullerton Landscape, LLC, Block 215, Lots 69-73, 38 Ash Lane
• R 75-25: Award professional services agreement to Boswell for NJDEP 2022 Stormwater Grant engineering, not to exceed $45,000
• Ordinance 10-25: Introduce capital ordinance appropriating $23,287 from Capital Improvement Fund for Rosenfarb-Guerin Trail design
• R 81-25: Authorize mediation agreement with Fair Share Housing Center regarding Fourth Round affordable housing obligations
• R 82-25: Adopt amended Affordable Housing Trust Fund Spending Plan

The Randolph Township Council approved a soil movement permit for Fullerton Landscape, LLC at 38 Ash Lane, allowing the removal of 4,650 cubic yards of soil, with conditions including documentation on disposal and engineering sign-off. The council also adopted an ordinance amending the VCR-6 zone requirements, introduced a capital ordinance for trail design, and approved resolutions including a mediation agreement with the Fair Share Housing Center and an amended Affordable Housing Trust Fund Spending Plan. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved soil movement permit R 71-25 for Fullerton Landscape, LLC (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 02-25 amending VCR-6 zone setbacks, amenities, and deed restrictions (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 10-25 appropriating $23,287 for Rosenfarb-Guerin Trail design (7-0)
• Approved R 81-25 authorizing mediation agreement with Fair Share Housing Center (7-0)
• Approved R 82-25 adopting amended Affordable Housing Trust Fund Spending Plan (7-0)
• Approved combined action resolutions including Boswell engineering contract up to $45,000 (7-0)
• Designated Randolph as Bee City USA affiliate (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting RevolutionNJ (7-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment periods, a manager's report, and introduction of the 2025 municipal budget. The council will also consider several action resolutions, including bond releases, refunds, and landmark designation, and hold public hearings on three ordinances. Additionally, the council will introduce four capital improvement ordinances, including a $2.5 million bond ordinance, and discuss a noise control ordinance.

• Ordinance 09-25: $2,500,000 bond appropriation for various improvements
• Ordinance 07-25: $2,287,000 for general capital improvements
• Ordinance 08-25: $495,000 for parks and recreation from Open Space Trust Fund
• R 68-25: Designating Trowbridge-Brundage House as municipal landmark
• R 69-25: Tax sale certificate refund of $34,535.14 for 409 Quaker Church Road

The council introduced the 2025 municipal budget totaling $46,218,927, a 4.33% increase over 2024, with a projected $9.56 monthly tax increase for the average home. The budget was approved unanimously on first reading. Several ordinances were also introduced for capital improvements, including water/sewer, parks, and a bond ordinance.

• Introduced 2025 municipal budget of $46,218,927 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 03-25 amending body art establishment regulations (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 04-25 restricting access to municipal records areas (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 05-25 updating board/committee membership rules (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 06-25 appropriating $250,000 for water/sewer improvements (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 07-25 appropriating $2,287,000 for capital improvements (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 08-25 appropriating $495,000 for parks/recreation improvements (unanimous)
• Introduced Bond Ordinance 09-25 for $2,500,000 for equipment and road improvements (unanimous)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on an affordable housing agreement with Randolph Mt. Freedom, LLC. The meeting includes public comment periods before and after the discussion and resolution. The agenda is focused solely on this agreement, with no other substantive items.

• Discussion of Affordable Housing Agreement with Randolph Mt. Freedom, LLC
• Resolution R 64-25 authorizing execution of the agreement
• Public comment periods (limited to 6 minutes each)

The Randolph Township Council unanimously approved Resolution R-64-25, authorizing an Affordable Housing Agreement with Randolph Mt. Freedom, LLC for 25 affordable housing units on Sussex Turnpike. The project was reduced from 75 to 25 units, and the credit allocation increased from 30 to 50, following modifications accepted by the Fair Share Housing Center.

• Approved R-64-25 authorizing Affordable Housing Agreement with Randolph Mt. Freedom, LLC (7-0)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold its regular meeting, discussing the 2025 draft budget and an affordable housing agreement with Randolph Mt. Freedom, LLC. The council will also consider several ordinances, including one to amend the VCR-6 Multifamily Inclusionary Zone and another to establish restricted areas in municipal buildings to safeguard confidential records. A resolution authorizing the affordable housing agreement was carried over to a special meeting on February 27.

• Discussion of 2025 Draft Budget and direction to Manager on finalizing budget
• Affordable Housing Agreement with Randolph Mt. Freedom, LLC (discussion; resolution carried over to Feb 27 special meeting)
• Ordinance 02-25 amending VCR-6 Multifamily Inclusionary Zone zoning
• Ordinance 03-25 amending Body Art Establishments regulations and fees
• R 61-25: Professional services agreement with Sarmad Planning Group for general planning, not to exceed $7,500

The council reappointed Deborah A. Bonanno as CFO with tenure (unanimous). The affordable housing agreement with Randolph Mt. Freedom, LLC was discussed but not approved; it was carried over to a special meeting on February 27. The council also passed a cap bank ordinance on final reading and introduced several ordinances, including zoning changes for the VCR-6 zone and body art establishment regulations.

• Reappointed Deborah A. Bonanno as CFO with tenure (unanimous)
• Deferred affordable housing agreement with Randolph Mt. Freedom, LLC to Feb 27 special meeting
• Passed Ordinance 01-25 to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish cap bank (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 02-25 amending VCR-6 zone requirements (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 03-25 amending body art establishment regulations (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 04-25 restricting access to municipal buildings for confidential records (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 05-25 amending board/commission membership and deleting Community Services Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved combined action resolutions including shared services, tax refunds, and professional services agreement (unanimous with two abstentions)

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council will hold a budget session with presentations from the Parks, Recreation and Community Services and Police departments, followed by a regular meeting. The regular meeting includes votes on several resolutions, including contracts for legal services, animal control, library renovations, and field lighting, as well as an ordinance to exceed budget limits. Public comment is scheduled at multiple points.

• Budget presentations from Parks, Recreation and Community Services and Police Department
• R 44-25: Award contract for library kitchen renovations, not to exceed $70,668.13
• R 48-25: Award contract for Freedom Park field lighting project, not to exceed $379,675.00
• R 46-25: Refund $124,091.17 for tax sale certificate at 1584 Sussex Turnpike
• Ordinance 01-25: Exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a CAP bank

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially adopt a resolution committing to its Round 4 present and prospective need affordable housing obligations. The agenda includes public comment periods before and after the discussion and resolution. The meeting is primarily focused on this single substantive item.

• Discussion of Round 4 Present and Prospective Need Affordable Housing Obligations
• Resolution R 39-25 committing to Round 4 affordable housing obligations
• Public comment periods (limited to 6 minutes per speaker)

The Randolph Township Council unanimously adopted Resolution 39-25, committing to a Round 4 affordable housing obligation of 313 prospective and 10 present need units, down from the state's calculated 355 and 84. The resolution is a procedural step to challenge the state's numbers before the January 31 deadline, with a declaratory judgment lawsuit to follow. The council emphasized the numbers are not final and further adjustments are possible.

• Adopted Resolution 39-25 committing to 313 prospective and 10 present need affordable housing units (7-0)
• Set timeline for filing declaratory judgment lawsuit and subsequent Housing Element and Fair Share Plan by June 30, 2025

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding a regular meeting with presentations on the fourth round affordable housing obligation and a landmark designation request for the Trowbridge-Brundage House at 630 Millbrook Avenue. The council will also vote on a series of action resolutions, including shared services agreements, contract awards, tax refunds, and a resolution to rescind an HVAC maintenance contract. The meeting includes public comment periods and an executive session to discuss legal matters related to affordable housing and a property at 1162 Sussex Turnpike.

• Presentation on Fourth Round Affordable Housing Number assessment
• Landmark designation request for Trowbridge-Brundage House, 630 Millbrook Avenue
• R 29-25: Shared health services agreement with Rockaway Borough
• R 31-25: Join Morris County Adaptive Recreation Program, $3,259 contribution
• R 35-25: Tax refund and cancellation for veteran exemption at 12 Dawson Road

The council received a presentation on the Fourth Round Affordable Housing Number, which calculated Randolph's prospective need at 313 units, down from the state's 355, based on a revised land capacity factor. No formal action was taken on the housing number at this meeting; a binding resolution is scheduled for a special meeting on January 23, 2025. The council approved a combined action agenda of 11 resolutions, including a shared services agreement with Rockaway Borough, a contract for trophies and plaques, and a resolution declaring a contractor in default. The council also appointed John Herold to fill an unexpired term on the Planning Board.

• Approved combined action agenda of 11 resolutions (6-0, Nisivoccia abstained on R-29-25)
• Approved R-29-25: Public health shared services agreement with Rockaway Borough
• Approved R-30-25: Award MCCPC Contract #39 to Performance Trophies and Medals
• Approved R-31-25: Join Morris County Adaptive Recreation Program with $3,259 contribution
• Approved R-32-25: Release $500 road opening bond to DVD Development
• Approved R-33-25: Enter cooperative pricing agreement with Union County
• Approved R-34-25: Submit Local Recreation Improvement Grant application
• Approved R-38-25: Declare 1st Goal Heating and Cooling in default, rescind HVAC contract

Budget Session

The Randolph Township Council is holding a budget meeting to review the upcoming fiscal year's budget. The agenda includes presentations from the Department of Public Works, Engineering/Water & Sewer, and Health/Construction departments, followed by discussions on revenue, the Open Space & Recreation Trust, fund balance, and reserve for uncollected taxes. Public comment periods are scheduled at the beginning and end of the meeting.

• Department of Public Works budget presentation by Tom Sweeney
• Engineering / Water & Sewer budget presentation by Trista Kuna-Santos and Wayne Corsey
• Health Department / Construction Department budget presentation by Courtney Sartain
• Review of fund balance and reserve for uncollected taxes
• Public comment periods limited to 6 minutes per speaker

The Randolph Township Council held a budget session on February 1, 2025, receiving presentations from the DPW, Engineering, Water and Sewer, and Health departments. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with department heads outlining 2025 operating and capital requests. The council also reviewed revenue projections, the Open Space and Recreation Trust, and the fund balance, which stood at $10,462,314 as of December 31, 2024.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the budget session

Randolph Township Council

The Randolph Township Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting to swear in newly elected members, select a mayor and deputy mayor for 2025, and approve a consent agenda of appointments and resolutions. The consent agenda includes numerous professional service agreements for legal, auditing, and other services, as well as the 2025 temporary budget and various administrative resolutions.

• Swearing in of newly elected council members Mark Forstenhausler, Michael Guadagno, James Loveys, and Allen Napoliello
• R-27-25: Approval of 2025 Temporary Budget
• R-10-25 through R-23-25: Award of 2025 professional services agreements for legal, auditing, and other services
• R-02-25: Setting interest rate on delinquent taxes and water/sewer
• R-28-25: Appointment to Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority