River Edge, NJ

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The Municipal Land Use Board of River Edge is holding a hybrid public meeting to discuss and potentially decide on two land use items: a discussion of a sign replacement at River Dell Regional School District, and old business involving a preliminary and final minor site plan application from Pacific Outdoor Advertising for a two-sided static billboard requiring use, height, and bulk variance relief. No other formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion: River Dell Regional School District, 230 Woodland Avenue, Block 313, Lot 34 — replacing an existing sign
• Old Business: Pacific Outdoor Advertising, LLC, 14 Route 4 West, Block 1402, Lot 4 — preliminary and final minor site plan approval with use, height, and bulk variances for a two-sided static billboard

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The River Edge Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting on August 13, 2026, introducing three ordinances (animals, vehicles/traffic, drug-free zones) and setting a public hearing for September 10. They will also vote on a consent agenda of resolutions, including purchasing a police vehicle, approving change orders for road projects, and authorizing block party alcohol permits. The meeting includes public comments and a closed session for legal and personnel matters.

• Ordinance 26-11 amending Chapter 122 (Animals)
• Ordinance 26-12 amending Chapter 400 (Vehicles and Traffic)
• Ordinance 26-13 amending Chapter 192 (Drug-Free Zones)
• Resolution #26-209: Authorize purchase of vehicle for Police Department
• Resolution #26-212: Approve Change Order #1 for Bogert Road Improvement – Section 7 Project

The Borough Council approved the consent agenda (resolutions #26-199 through #26-202) and the payment of bills (#26-203) totaling approximately $1.7 million across all funds. Councilwoman Dhariwal abstained from the Recreation Department refunds and recused herself from specific checks. The meeting also included reports on the July 4th storm response and cleanup.

• Approved consent agenda resolutions #26-199 to #26-202 (5-0, Dhariwal abstained on #26-199)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,703,834.96 (5-0, Dhariwal recused from specific checks)
• Approved minutes of June 25, 2026 meeting (3-0, three members abstained)

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The River Edge Municipal Land Use Board is meeting to discuss a request from Sweetspot River Edge LLC regarding an NJDOT letter of support, and to continue hearings on a billboard application and an outdoor living space construction. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and an executive session on litigation. No new business or public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion: Sweetspot River Edge LLC, 75 Route 4 East, Block 1415; Lot 1.01, NJDOT Letter of Support Inquiry
• Old Business: Pacific Outdoor Advertising, LLC, 14 Route 4 West, Block 1402, Lot 4, hearing carried to August 26 for billboard site plan with variances
• Old Business: Michael & Melanie Schweiger, 265 Adams Avenue, Block 506; Lot 3, construction of outdoor living space
• Approval of minutes from 6/10/2026 and 6/24/2026
• Executive session on litigation matters

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The Municipal Land Use Board canceled its July 22, 2026 regular meeting due to lack of quorum. All agenda items, including a billboard application and a residential outdoor living space proposal, were automatically carried to the next meeting on August 12, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Sweetspot River Edge LLC, 75 Route 4 East, Block 1415 Lot 1.01: NJDOT letter of support inquiry
• Pacific Outdoor Advertising, LLC, 14 Route 4 West, Block 1402 Lot 4: preliminary and final minor site plan with variances for a two-sided static billboard
• Michael & Melanie Schweiger, 265 Adams Avenue, Block 506 Lot 3: construction of outdoor living space
• Next meeting: August 12, 2026, 7:30 p.m., in person at Borough Hall and via Zoom

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The River Edge Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on July 9, 2026. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, public comments, monthly reports, and several resolutions, including refunds for the Recreation Department and Farmers Market, a disabled veteran tax exemption, and a revenue and appropriation request. The council will also vote on paying bills and may discuss new or old business.

• Resolution #26-199: Approve refunds for Recreation Department
• Resolution #26-200: Approve refund for Farmers Market
• Resolution #26-201: Approve 100% Disabled Veteran Tax Exemption
• Resolution #26-202: Request approval of items of revenue and appropriation
• Resolution #26-203: Payment of bills

The Borough Council approved the consent agenda as amended, which included 17 resolutions covering block party permits, shared services agreements with Bergen County, liquor license renewals, and a grant application for Continental Avenue. The council also approved several personnel changes, including a salary increase and a promotion in the Department of Public Works, and appointed a junior firefighter. A proposed ordinance to limit cats/dogs and regulate bird feeding was authorized for future introduction, and a request from the Bergen County Historical Society was referred to the Traffic and Safety Committee.

• Approved consent agenda with 17 resolutions (3-0, Dhariwal abstained on #26-191)
• Approved Resolution #26-198 Payment of Bills totaling $514,141.01 (3-0, Dhariwal recused from certain checks)
• Approved personnel changes: longevity increase for Francis Gallagher, salary change for Anthony Truesdale, resignations of Joseph Collins and Peter Olohan
• Approved Resolution #26-196 appointing Ethan Miller as Junior Firefighter (3-0)
• Authorized moving forward with ordinance to limit cats/dogs and regulate bird feeding
• Referred Bergen County Historical Society event request to Traffic and Safety Committee
• Noted $14,731,000 in notes sold at 3.75% interest rate (informational only)

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The River Edge Municipal Land Use Board is meeting to consider several land use items, including a food handler's license for Mellow Bagels & Café, a sign variance for Sweetspot River Edge, and a construction application for an outdoor living space. The board will also appoint a conflict board attorney. No discussion items or new business are listed.

• Mellow Bagels & Café, 101 Midland Avenue, Block 206 Lot 3: Food Handler's License, no exterior changes except sign name
• Sweetspot River Edge LLC, 75 Route 4 East, Block 1415 Lot 1.01: Variance for main and secondary sign square footage
• Resolution appointing conflict Board Attorney for IAAT Services LLC, 41 Grand Avenue, Block 1405 Lot 4
• Michael & Melanie Schweiger, 265 Adams Avenue, Block 506 Lot 3: Construction of outdoor living space

The River Edge Land Use Board carried the Schweiger application for a 277 sq ft covered deck at 265 Adams Ave. to the July 22, 2026 meeting without further notice. The board discussed extensive existing non-conformities on the property, including building and lot coverage overages, and requested a legal opinion on options before deciding. The board also approved site plan approval for Mellow Bagels & Café, a sign variance for Sweetspot River Edge LLC, and a resolution appointing a conflict Board Attorney.

• Carried 265 Adams Ave. deck application to July 22, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Mellow Bagels & Café site plan at 101 Midland Ave. (5-0)
• Approved Sweetspot River Edge LLC sign variance at 75 Rt. 4 East (4-0)
• Approved resolution appointing conflict Board Attorney for IAAT Services LLC (4-0, Glass recused)

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The River Edge Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on June 25, 2026. The agenda includes personnel changes in the Department of Public Works, several shared service agreements with Bergen County and Ridgewood, and a batch of consent resolutions covering block party permits, liquor license renewals, and a grant application. New business includes proposed ordinances on pet limits and bird feeding.

• Salary change for Anthony Truesdale from Laborer ($47,761) to Tree Trimmer Step 1 ($66,167)
• Longevity increase for Francis Gallagher from $1,920 to $2,400
• Shared services agreement with Bergen County for snow plowing/salting 2026-2028
• Shared services agreement with Ridgewood for recycling expanded polystyrene
• Grant application to NJDOT for Continental Avenue Section 3

The Borough Council approved the consent agenda, including personnel changes, shared services agreements, and a payment of bills resolution. They also authorized moving forward with a proposed ordinance to limit cats/dogs and regulate feeding of stray cats and birds. A request from the Bergen County Historical Society was referred to the Traffic and Safety Committee.

• Approved consent agenda resolutions #26-182 through #26-197 (3-0, with one abstention on #26-191)
• Approved payment of bills resolution #26-198 totaling $514,141.01 (3-0)
• Approved personnel changes including salary increases and resignations (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Ethan Miller as Junior Firefighter (3-0)
• Authorized moving forward with ordinance to limit cats/dogs and regulate feeding of stray cats and birds
• Referred Bergen County Historical Society event request to Traffic and Safety Committee

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The River Edge Municipal Land Use Board will hold a hybrid public meeting to discuss a letter of support inquiry from Sweetspot River Edge LLC for a property at 75 Route 4 East, and to memorialize three residential construction approvals. Two old business hearings—a billboard application and an outdoor living space—will be carried to future dates.

• Discussion: Sweetspot River Edge LLC, 75 Route 4 East, Block 1415 Lot 1.01, NJDOT letter of support inquiry
• Memorialization: D. & L. D’allessandro, 292 Woodland Avenue, Block 112 Lot 15, addition/alteration/renovation
• Memorialization: Mr. & Mrs. J. Malki, 473 Windsor Road, Block 814 Lot 10, addition and alterations
• Memorialization: Christina Costanzo, 320 Lexington Drive, Block 1106 Lot 26, additions and site improvements
• Old business: Pacific Outdoor Advertising, 14 Route 4 West, billboard hearing carried to July 22; Schweiger hearing carried to July 8

The River Edge Land Use Board approved memorializing resolutions for three single-family home projects (D&L D'Alessandro, J. Malki, Christina Costanzo) and appointed an acting secretary. Two hearings (Pacific Outdoor Advertising and Michael & Melanie Schweiger) were carried to future meetings. A letter of support for Sweetspot River Edge's NJDOT driveway reconfiguration was deferred pending police review.

• Approved resolution for D&L D'Alessandro, 292 Woodland Ave (5-0)
• Approved resolution for J. Malki, 473 Windsor Rd (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Christina Costanzo, 320 Lexington Dr (5-0)
• Appointed Mr. Gautier as acting secretary
• Carried Pacific Outdoor Advertising hearing to July 22, 2026
• Carried Michael & Melanie Schweiger hearing to July 8, 2026
• Deferred Sweetspot River Edge letter of support pending police review

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The Historic Commission held a discussion-only meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Members reviewed the status of the historic sign (restored but not installed), Fire Department sign, banners, QR codes, and 250th Committee events, including a town crier at the Farmer's Market and a booth at the car show. No actions were taken.

• No formal decisions made; all items discussed only

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The River Edge Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting on June 11, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. at 705 Kinderkamack Road. The main item is a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 26-10, which would amend alcohol sale and service hours during the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament. The council will also approve police resignations, several resolutions, and enter closed session for personnel and legal matters.

• Ordinance 26-10: amend hours of sale and service of alcoholic beverages during FIFA World Cup 2026
• Resignation of Elizabeth Escudero, Police Department, effective June 17, 2026
• Resignation of Daniel Mead, Police Department, effective July 31, 2026
• Resolution #26-179: emergency purchase for sanitary sewer repair
• Resolution #26-176: renew ABC liquor licenses for 2026-2027

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The River Edge Municipal Land Use Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on June 10, 2026, at 7:30 pm. The board will review applications for an outdoor living space at 265 Adams Avenue, a food handler's license for Mellow Bagels & Café at 101 Midland Avenue, and a sign variance for Sweetspot River Edge LLC at 75 Route 4 East. No discussion or memorialization items are listed.

• Completeness review and new business: Michael & Melanie Schweiger, 265 Adams Avenue, Block 506 Lot 3, construction of outdoor living space
• Completeness review and new business: Mellow Bagels & Café LLC, 101 Midland Avenue, Block 206 Lot 3, food handler's license, sign name change only
• New business: Sweetspot River Edge LLC, 75 Route 4 East, Block 1415 Lot 1.01, variance for main and secondary sign square footage for traffic visibility
• Approval of May 13, 2026 minutes

The Board approved Sweetspot River Edge LLC's amended site plan for new signage, including three wall signs and a freestanding sign on an existing pylon, with conditions. The Board carried the Schweiger family's application for a covered deck at 265 Adams Avenue to the June 24, 2026 meeting for further review. The Board also approved minutes from May 13, 2026, and deemed applications from the Schweigers and Mellow Bagels & Café LLC complete.

• Approved minutes of May 13, 2026, with revisions.
• Deemed complete the application of Michael & Melanie Schweiger for an outdoor living space at 265 Adams Avenue.
• Deemed complete the application of Mellow Bagels & Café LLC for site plan approval at 101 Midland Avenue.
• Carried the Schweiger application to the June 24, 2026 meeting for further evaluation.
• Approved Mellow Bagels & Café LLC's site plan application with conditions.
• Approved Sweetspot River Edge LLC's request for three building wall signs (50 sq ft front, 25 sq ft each side) with variances.
• Approved Sweetspot River Edge LLC's request for a freestanding sign on the existing Regency pylon sign, with the condition it be removed if NJDOT approves a new driveway.
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:36 p.m.

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The River Edge Traffic & Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend several traffic-related ordinances, including prohibiting trailers parked on public roadways, banning covered vehicles with hidden plates, and updating rules for electric bikes and scooters. The committee will also review recent traffic enforcement results and crash statistics, and consider parking restrictions at the train station and municipal lots.

• Ordinance recommendation: prohibit motor vehicles on passive recreation areas and non-paved rights-of-way
• Ordinance recommendation: prohibit trailers parked on public roadways unless attached to a vehicle
• Ordinance recommendation: prohibit covered vehicles on public roadways when plates are not visible
• No stopping, standing, or parking at River Edge Road Train Station parking lot
• Traffic enforcement detail on May 20, 2026: 27 stops, 28 summonses

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The Borough of River Edge Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting on May 28, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes several resolutions for approval, such as salary increases for two Department of Public Works employees, renewal of ABC liquor licenses, and various financial and administrative items. The council will also discuss a proposed traffic study ordinance, a temporary extension of hours for retail consumption licenses during the World Cup, and a policy on religious displays on public property.

• Salary increase for Edward Hazuka, Laborer, from $47,760.00 to $59,433.00 effective July 27, 2026
• Salary increase for Eric Phillips, Foreman, from $103,205.80 to $113,443.56 effective June 1, 2026
• Resolution #26-156: Approve Change Order #1 for Borough Hall Entrance and Police Station Parking Lot Improvements Project
• Resolution #26-169: Authorize renewal of ABC liquor licenses for 2026-2027
• Discussion on request for temporary extension of hours during World Cup for retail consumption licenses

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The River Edge Municipal Land Use Board will hold a hybrid public meeting to review several land use applications, including a proposed billboard on Route 4, a sign variance, and residential additions. The board will also consider memorializing a prior decision and may approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Pacific Outdoor Advertising, LLC: Preliminary and Final Minor Site Plan with Use, Height, and Bulk Variance for a two-sided static billboard at 14 Route 4 West (Block 1402, Lot 4)
• Sweetspot River Edge LLC: Variance for main and secondary sign square footage at 75 Route 4 East (Block 1415, Lot 1.01)
• Mr. & Mrs. J. Malki: Addition and alterations at 473 Windsor Road (Block 814, Lot 10) - completeness review and new business
• Christina Costanzo: Additions and site improvements at 320 Lexington Drive (Block 1106, Lot 26) - completeness review and new business
• D. & L. D'allessandro: Memorialization for addition, alteration, and renovation at 292 Woodland Avenue (Block 112, Lot 15)

The River Edge Land Use Board approved variance requests for two residential properties: the Malki residence at 473 Windsor Road and the Costanzo residence at 320 Lexington Drive. The board also deemed the Sweetspot River Edge LLC sign variance application complete. The hearing for the Pacific Outdoor Advertising billboard application was continued to June 24, 2026, with no decision made.

• Approved variances for Malki residence at 473 Windsor Road (8-1)
• Approved variances for Costanzo residence at 320 Lexington Drive (unanimous)
• Deemed Sweetspot River Edge LLC sign variance application complete (unanimous)
• Continued Pacific Outdoor Advertising billboard hearing to June 24, 2026

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The Historic Commission discussed plans for the 250th anniversary traveling exhibit (Oct 9-23), a historic sign for the Fire Department, and oral history projects. No formal votes were taken; decisions were deferred to future meetings.

• Discussed 250th traveling exhibit scheduled for Oct 9-23, with library as backup venue
• Noted Fire Department historic sign funds being secured by Rob Schlossberg for Mayor and Council presentation
• Agreed to explore oral history recording equipment storage at library
• Planned to incorporate River Dell students into oral history tasks
• Discussed QR codes for 4 more streets and history trail
• Agreed to seek formal Borough response on Cultural Center status

Environmental Protection Committee

The Environmental Protection Commission and Green Team reviewed past events including a sports equipment swap, prom corsage box collection, composting efforts, and river cleanups. They discussed pursuing a Resiliency NJ Grant with neighboring towns and continuing the Skip the Stuff campaign. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the meeting was informational and planning-focused.

• Reviewed past events including sports equipment swap, corsage box collection, and river cleanup
• Discussed pursuing Resiliency NJ Grant with bordering towns (proposal due July 7)
• Continued Skip the Stuff campaign: letters mailed, table tents ordered, library talk planned
• Volunteered to manage pickle ball and tennis ball recycling collection boxes
• Agreed to run Flower & Vegetable Garden contest over summer
• Next meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026

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The River Edge Mayor and Council is holding a special meeting primarily to go into closed session to interview candidates for the position of Special Projects Engineer. The public portion includes roll call, public comments, and the resolution to enter closed session, followed by adjournment.

• Resolution #26-155 to enter closed session for personnel interviews (Special Projects Engineer)
• Public comments period
• Meeting held at Borough Hall, 705 Kinderkamack Road

The Mayor and Council of River Edge held a special meeting on May 18, 2026, with all members present except Councilwoman Dhariwal. After public comment, the council unanimously voted to enter closed session via Resolution #26-155 to interview candidates for the Special Projects Engineer position. No formal action was taken during the public portion, and the meeting adjourned at 8:31 p.m.

• Opened and closed public comment (unanimous)
• Adjourned to closed session via Resolution #26-155 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:31 p.m. (unanimous)

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The River Edge Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on May 14, 2026. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss legal matters related to a lease, Borough Hall projects, and a grant agreement. In open session, the council will consider a resolution to amend the by-laws, approve the hiring of camp staff, accept a police officer's resignation, and vote on a consent agenda of resolutions including refunds, a shared services agreement, and a severance payment.

• Resolution #26-143 to amend by-laws
• Hire camp staff for June 23 to July 24, 2026
• Resignation of Officer Daniel Meade effective August 31, 2026
• Shared services agreement with River Dell Board of Education for a Class III officer
• Severance payment to Jairo Duarte

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The River Edge Municipal Land Use Board is meeting to consider several land use applications, including a proposed new deck, a static billboard installation, and a home addition. The board will also review the completeness of an application for a renovation project and carry a billboard hearing to May 27th.

• Memorialization: New deck at 283 Woodland Avenue (Block 115, Lot 10)
• Memorialization: Static billboard at 41 Grand Ave (Block 1405, Lot 4)
• Completeness review: Addition/renovation at 292 Woodland Avenue (Block 112, Lot 15)
• New business: Addition/renovation at 292 Woodland Avenue (Block 112, Lot 15)
• Hearing carried to May 27: Two-sided static billboard at 14 Route 4 West (Block 1402, Lot 4)

The River Edge Land Use Board approved a variance application by D&L D'Alessandro for an addition, alterations, and renovation at 292 Woodland Avenue. The approval includes variances for building coverage, lot coverage, and front yard setback, with conditions such as coordinating storm water management with the borough engineer. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings and memorialized resolutions for a deck at 283 Woodland Avenue and a billboard at 41 Grand Avenue.

• Approved variances for building coverage, lot coverage, and front yard setback for 292 Woodland Ave addition (7-0)
• Approved minutes from 3/11/26 and 4/8/26 meetings
• Memorialized resolution for new deck at 283 Woodland Ave (Powers)
• Memorialized resolution for static billboard at 41 Grand Ave (IAAT Services LLC)
• Found D&L D'Alessandro application complete for 292 Woodland Ave

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The Borough Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the 2026 municipal budget, and will also vote on promotions for three police officers. The agenda includes several routine resolutions, such as refunds and agreements, and a closed session to discuss a legal matter. This is a regular meeting with both significant and routine items.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2026 Municipal Budget (Resolutions #26-131, #26-132, #26-133)
• Promotions: Michael McGinty to Police Captain, Marc Abate to Police Lieutenant, Edward Blue to Police Sergeant (Resolutions #26-128, #26-129, #26-130)
• Arbor Day proclamation
• Presentation on Health Insurance Alternative
• Refunds for Recreation Department and Farmers Market, and tax refund for disabled veteran (Resolutions #26-134, #26-135, #26-137)

The Borough Council adopted the 2026 municipal budget of $22.8 million, raising $17.5 million in taxes, a 4.5% increase over last year. The council also approved three police promotions and administered oaths of office. After discussion, the council decided to wait until July for state health insurance rates before deciding on a possible switch to NJ Solutions.

• Adopted 2026 municipal budget of $22.8M with $17.5M tax levy (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Michael McGinty to Police Captain (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Marc Abate to Police Lieutenant (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Edward Blue to Police Sergeant (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including refunds and agreements (5-0, Dhariwal recused on #26-134)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $2.72M (5-0, Dhariwal recused on specific checks)
• Tabled decision on switching health insurance to NJ Solutions until after July rates
• Approved closed session resolution for attorney-client privileged discussion

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The River Edge Borough Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and final votes on three ordinances, including a $327,528 bond for Bogert Road improvements and a $1,938,240 bond for various public improvements, equipment, and a new fire truck. The council will also consider a Verizon wireless facility proposal, approve several resolutions, and enter closed session for legal matters.

• Ordinance 26-08: $327,528 bond for Bogert Road (Section 10) improvements
• Ordinance 26-09: $1,938,240 bond for equipment, vehicles, and fire truck
• Ordinance 26-07: Cap bank ordinance to exceed municipal budget limits
• Verizon Wireless proposed small wireless facility in public right-of-way
• Resolution #26-124: Shared services agreement for 2 Class III officers with Board of Education

The River Edge Borough Council adopted three ordinances on second reading: a cap bank ordinance, a $327,528 bond for Bogert Road improvements, and a $1,938,240 bond for various public improvements and equipment. The council also approved a consent agenda including a shared services agreement for Class III officers and a $2.1M payment of bills. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Ordinance 26-07 establishing a cap bank (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 26-08 authorizing $327,528 bond for Bogert Road improvements (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 26-09 authorizing $1,938,240 bond for equipment and road repairs (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including shared services agreement for 2 Class III officers (5-0, with recusal)
• Approved Resolution 26-126 for payment of bills totaling $2,135,751.26 (5-0, with recusal)

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The River Edge Traffic & Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend several proposed ordinances, including restrictions on driving on passive recreation areas, parked trailers, covered vehicles, and parking at the train station and municipal lots. They will also review speed studies, crossing guard posts, and crash statistics. Public comment is accepted via Zoom or written submissions.

• Ordinance recommendations: passive recreation/non-paved surfaces, parked trailers, covered vehicles, no stopping at River Edge Road Train Station, meter parking in municipal lots, 9-11 parking restriction, no parking on River Edge Road, e-bike/scooter restrictions
• Speed study on Tenney Avenue between Kinderkamack Road and Center Avenue
• Crossing guard posts study at Midland Avenue & Kinderkamack Road, Midland Avenue & Summit Avenue, Summit Avenue & Webb Avenue
• Painted crosswalk at Kinderkamack Road & Christe Avenue
• Parking permits at Grand Avenue & Hackensack Avenue lot

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The River Edge Mayor and Council is holding a special meeting primarily to go into closed session to conduct interviews for the position of Police Lieutenant, citing personnel matters. The public portion includes call to order, roll call, and public comments before the closed session, followed by adjournment.

• Resolution #26-118 to enter closed session for Police Lieutenant interviews
• Closed session under N.J.S.A. 10:4-12(b)(8) for personnel matters
• Public comments period before closed session

The Mayor and Council met on March 30, 2026, and took no substantive public decisions. They opened and closed public comments, approved a resolution to enter closed session for police lieutenant interviews, and adjourned. The only public discussion was an update on the KBG project, noting delays due to weather affecting sod delivery.

• Approved Resolution #26-118 to enter closed session for police lieutenant interviews (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public comments (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:05 p.m. (unanimous)

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The Borough Council will introduce the 2026 municipal budget and hold first readings on three ordinances, including a bond ordinance for Bogert Road improvements and another for various equipment and a new fire truck. They will also hold a public hearing and vote on the 2026 salary ordinance. Several resolutions are on the consent agenda, including bids for Bogert Road Section 9, playground equipment, and a solid waste agreement.

• Ordinance 26-08: $327,528 bond for Bogert Road (Section 10) improvements
• Ordinance 26-09: $1,938,240 bond for equipment, vehicles, and partial fire truck funding
• Ordinance 26-06: 2026 salary ordinance for officers and employees (public hearing)
• Resolution #26-110: Purchase playground equipment for Memorial Park
• Resolution #26-113: Solid waste service agreement with Bergen County Utilities Authority

The River Edge Mayor and Council introduced the 2026 municipal budget, which includes a 4.57% increase driven mainly by health insurance costs. They also passed three ordinances on first reading: a cap bank ordinance, a bond ordinance for Bogert Road improvements, and a bond ordinance for various capital projects. The salary ordinance for 2026 was adopted on second reading. A motion to schedule a May discussion on the religious displays policy was approved, with the clerk to survey other municipalities.

• Introduced 2026 municipal budget with 4.57% increase (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 26-07 on first reading to exceed budget cap and establish cap bank (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 26-08 on first reading for $327,528 Bogert Road bond (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 26-09 on first reading for $1,938,240 capital bond (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 26-06 fixing 2026 salaries (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including banking services, playground equipment, and veteran tax exemption (6-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $915,403.49 (6-0, with recusal)
• Approved Boy Scout reusable bag collection request

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The Historic Commission set its 2026 meeting schedule, discussed the 2026 budget request of $7,450 (up from $4,750 in 2025), and planned for the traveling state 250th exhibit at the River Edge Cultural Center from October 9-23. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was primarily updates and discussion.

• Set 2026 meeting dates, mostly fourth Tuesdays, with no December meeting
• Requested members submit summaries for CLG Annual Report by next day
• Asked Council to consult Commission on future Borough Hall structure changes
• Appointed Katelyn Nippes to second one-year term as student liaison
• Noted Andrew Golden sworn in October 23 and Jim Hoogstrate moved to Class B for 2-year term
• Discussed 2026 budget request of $7,450, up from $4,750 in 2025
• Planned traveling state 250th exhibit at River Edge Cultural Center, October 9-23

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The Environmental Protection Commission and Green Team met on March 17, 2026, and discussed several ongoing initiatives. The shared services agreement for EPS/Styrofoam collection with Ridgewood is under legal review, with hopes for approval soon. The commission also planned upcoming events including an equipment swap, a corsage box collection, a toy drive, and a river cleanup. No formal votes or binding decisions were recorded; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Reviewed shared services agreement for EPS/Styrofoam collection; sent to town lawyers for review
• Scheduled equipment swap for March 18 (rescheduled from March 3 due to rain)
• Planned Junior Prom corsage box collection with Delford & River Dell Flowers for March 26
• Scheduled Second Chance Toy Drive for April 18 at Cherry Hill parking lot
• Scheduled Composting 101 at RE library for April 11
• Scheduled clean up at Historic New Bridge Landing for April 18
• Scheduled Hackensack River clean up for May 2 at River Edge boat launch
• Discussed Skip the Stuff letter update; Pam to send to Lisette for M&C

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The River Edge Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on March 12, 2026. Key actions include introducing a 2026 salary ordinance, holding public hearings and votes on three ordinances related to fees, affordable housing zoning, and the affordable housing chapter, and approving a consent agenda with resolutions on engineering services, hiring, and budget transfers.

• Ordinance 26-06: Fixing 2026 salaries for borough officers and employees (first reading)
• Ordinance 26-04: Creating overlay zones for affordable housing on Block 1418 and Block 203 (second reading)
• Ordinance 26-05: Repealing and replacing Chapter 50, Affordable Housing (second reading)
• Resolution #26-95: Approving additional engineering services for Borough Hall entrance and Police Station parking lot project
• Resolution #26-101: Approving hire of full-time laborer in Department of Public Works

The River Edge Mayor and Council adopted two affordable housing ordinances (26-04 and 26-05) on second reading, creating overlay zones for inclusionary development and updating regulations to comply with state mandates. They also passed a salary ordinance on first reading, approved a consent agenda with multiple resolutions, and denied a request for a Diwali lighting ceremony at Borough Hall due to policy against religious events.

• Adopted Ordinance 26-04 creating overlay zones for affordable housing (5-0, Montisano-Koen absent)
• Adopted Ordinance 26-05 updating affordable housing regulations (5-0, Montisano-Koen absent)
• Introduced Ordinance 26-06 fixing 2026 salaries on first reading (5-0, Montisano-Koen absent)
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions #26-95 to #26-105 (5-0, Montisano-Koen absent)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $475,326.05 (5-0, Montisano-Koen absent)
• Approved termination of Joseph Scotellaro, DPW Laborer, effective Feb 26, 2026
• Denied request for Diwali lighting ceremony at Borough Hall due to policy against religious events
• Referred parking restriction request to Traffic & Safety Committee

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The Historic Commission met on March 9, 2026 (rescheduled from February 24 due to weather) and discussed several ongoing projects. No formal votes were taken. Members planned to send a letter to the DPW about restoring the historic Borough sign, integrate street signs into a history trail, and arrange pickup of a traveling exhibit. The budget for 250th anniversary activities remains a draft and not finalized.

• Letter to DPW to confirm restoration of historic Borough sign (discussed)
• Integrate street signs with street names into history trail (discussed)
• Rob Schlossberg to pick up traveling exhibit panels (arranged)
• No formal hearing on the 2 houses at this time (decided)

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The River Edge Mayor and Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2026 municipal budget, with department-by-department reviews of the Police, Recreation, Public Works, and Library budgets. The agenda includes public comments before the budget discussion. This is a discussion item, not a final budget adoption.

• 2026 Budget Discussion: Police Department
• 2026 Budget Discussion: Recreation Department
• 2026 Budget Discussion: Department of Public Works
• 2026 Budget Discussion: Library
• Public Comments period before budget discussion

The Mayor and Council held a special budget work session, making several adjustments to the 2026 operating and capital budgets. They reduced the Fire Department's ladder truck request from $300,000 to $100,000, approved other fire-related changes, and agreed to adjust Crossing Guard salaries to $20/hour during training and $26/hour after, effective April 1. The council also approved various line-item changes for multiple departments and discussed the overall budget, which now has a 4.57% tax increase.

• Reduced Fire Department ladder truck request from $300,000 to $100,000 (consensus)
• Approved Fire Department capital changes: remove key fob system, add $40,000 for pagers (consensus)
• Approved Fire Department operating changes: uniforms $300 to $800, office supplies $750 to $500, siren maintenance $750 to $500 (consensus)
• Renamed line item 6-01-25-255-190 to 'fire monument maintenance' (consensus)
• Agreed to place resolution adjusting Crossing Guard salaries to $20/$26 on next agenda, effective April 1 (consensus)
• Created $9,000 sub-account under Public Information for camera maintenance (consensus)
• Increased Recreation AED line from $6,500 to $6,700 (consensus)
• Reduced Public Safety Building flooring request from $200,000 to $160,000 (consensus)

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The River Edge Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, appointments, and several ordinances. Key items include first readings of ordinances to amend fees, create new overlay zones for affordable housing, and replace the affordable housing chapter. The council will also hold a second reading and public hearing on a fire department ordinance, and vote on a consent agenda of resolutions including a cannabis retail license and professional service contracts.

• Ordinance 26-04: Creates overlay zones for inclusionary multifamily development on Block 1418 Lots 1-4 and Block 203 Lots 2-4 to meet affordable housing obligation
• Ordinance 26-05: Repeals and replaces Chapter 50 (Affordable Housing) to comply with state regulations
• Ordinance 26-03: Amends Chapter 206 (Fees)
• Resolution #26-90: Approves annual cannabis retail license for Sweetspot River Edge LLC
• Resolution #26-85: Authorizes agreement for purchase and disposal of compost

The River Edge Mayor and Council passed three ordinances on first reading, including one to amend zoning for affordable housing and another to replace the affordable housing chapter of the Borough Code. The council also approved a consent agenda with nine resolutions, including a cannabis retail license and a hazard mitigation plan. Ordinance #26-02, amending the Fire Department chapter, was declared dead after no motion was made to open a public hearing.

• Passed Ordinance #26-03 on first reading to amend fees, including pickleball fees (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance #26-04 on first reading to create overlay zones for affordable housing (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance #26-05 on first reading to replace Chapter 50, Affordable Housing (5-0)
• Declared Ordinance #26-02 (Fire Department amendment) dead after no motion to open hearing
• Approved consent agenda including cannabis retail license for Sweetspot River Edge LLC (5-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $10,420,927.72 in current fund (5-0)
• Approved appointments of volunteer firefighters Jason Romano and Christopher Porco
• Approved resignation of Police Dispatcher Anthony Viso and appointment of student members to USA 250 Committee

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The River Edge Borough Council is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and consider several appointments and resolutions. Key actions include the first reading of an ordinance amending the Fire Department chapter, reappointing a member to the Environmental Protection Commission, and accepting a police officer's resignation. The council will also vote on consent resolutions, including a grant agreement with the state DEP, and enter closed session for litigation matters.

• Ordinance 26-2 amending Chapter 33 (Fire Department) — first reading, public hearing set for Feb 26, 2026
• Reappointment of Pamela Gould to Environmental Protection Commission through 12/31/28
• Resignation of Special Law Enforcement Officer II Yousef Abdelaziz effective Jan 31, 2026
• Resolution #26-79: grant agreement with NJ DEP (Grant ID LC2025-00008)
• Resolution #26-80: payment of bills

The River Edge Mayor and Council introduced Ordinance #26-02, which amends the Fire Department chapter to update the alarm data system name, add sections for Civic Officers and Auxiliary Members, allow non-resident members to take office, and permit members in good standing to move to non-bordering municipalities. The ordinance passed first reading unanimously and is scheduled for a public hearing on February 26, 2026. The council also approved appointments, personnel changes, and a consent agenda including a DEP grant agreement.

• Introduced Ordinance #26-02 amending Fire Department chapter (unanimous)
• Approved appointments and personnel changes including Pamela Gould to Environmental Protection Commission and new River Edge@USA 250 Committee members (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including transfer of funds, crossing guard appointment, recreation refunds, and DEP grant agreement (unanimous; Dhariwal recused from #26-78)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $456,755.01 (unanimous; Dhariwal recused from specific checks)
• Consensus to waive $20 recreation fee for leagues delayed by KBG project
• Consensus to list ordinance for $10 discount on combined tennis/pickleball memberships for February 26 introduction