Collingswood public meetings in 2025
24 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and second reading for Salary Ordinance 1825 and approve the 2026 Salary Resolution. The body is also deciding on a settlement with the Fair Share Housing Center regarding affordable housing obligations.
- Second reading of Salary Ordinance 1825
- Settlement agreement with Fair Share Housing Center for Fourth Round affordable housing obligations
- Shared Service Agreement with Camden County for Recreation Facility Enhancement Funding
- Shared Service Agreement with Borough of Oaklyn for construction, electrical, plumbing, and fire code officials
- Janitorial contract award to ABS Facility Solutions
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The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and second reading for Salary Ordinance 1825 and approve the 2026 Salary Resolution. The body is also deciding on a settlement with the Fair Share Housing Center regarding affordable housing obligations.
- Second reading of Salary Ordinance 1825
- Settlement agreement with Fair Share Housing Center for Fourth Round affordable housing obligations
- Shared service agreement with Camden County for Recreation Facility Enhancement Funding
- Shared service agreement with Borough of Oaklyn for construction, building, electrical, plumbing, and fire code officials
- Janitorial contract award to ABS Facility Solutions
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The Commission approved the first reading of Ordinance 1821 amending water rent charges. It adopted Ordinances 1822, 1823 and 1824 on second and final reading, changing sewer rent minimums, adding a $25 water‑connection fee and a $250 fire‑hydrant permit fee. The first reading of Ordinance 1825 setting salary ranges for borough employees was also presented.
- Ordinance 1821 (water rent amendment) approved on first reading (3 ayes)
- Ordinance 1822 (sewer rent reduction) adopted on second and final reading (3 ayes)
- Ordinance 1823 (add $25 water‑connection application fee) adopted on second and final reading (3 ayes)
- Ordinance 1824 (add $25 water‑connection fee and $250 fire‑hydrant permit fee) adopted on second and final reading (3 ayes)
- Ordinance 1825 (salary ranges for borough officers and employees) presented for first reading
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The Board of Commissioners approved several ordinances that revise water service charges, water consumption rates, sewer rental minimums, and add application fees for water connections and fire‑hydrant permits, all to take effect on January 1, 2026. The meeting also adopted resolutions appointing members to the Health Services Advisory Board, authorizing $225,000 of budget transfers, entering cooperative pricing agreements for sodium chloride and deer‑carcass removal, canceling tax balances under $5, and adopting the 2026 meeting schedule.
- Ordinance 1821 – water service charge per connection tier and $5 per 100 cu ft consumption, effective Jan 1 2026
- Ordinance 1822 – sewer rental minimum reduced to $347 annually, effective Jan 1 2026
- Ordinance 1823 – water connection application fee set at $25
- Ordinance 1824 – fire‑hydrant usage permit fee set at $250
- Resolution authorizing $225,000 budget transfers among General Fund, Police, Health, and other departments
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The Collingswood Borough Commission will take first readings of four ordinances that revise water connection charges, sewer rental rates, water connection application fees, and fire hydrant permit fees, all set to take effect on January 1, 2026. The meeting also includes resolutions to update personnel policies, authorize $113,750 in budget transfers among various departments, and request approval of a $2,836 revenue item for a Cross County Connection grant. Additional items on the agenda are contracts, shared‑service agreements, and grant applications for electric‑vehicle charging infrastructure.
- Ordinance 1821 – water connection charges ranging from $15 to $754.75 per connection and $5 per 100 ft³ water use
- Ordinance 1822 – sewer rental reduced to a minimum annual $347 for residential and non‑residential units
- Ordinance 1823 – water connection application fee set at $25
- Ordinance 1824 – fire hydrant usage permit fee set at $250
- Resolution authorizing $113,750 total budget transfers across Finance, Land Use, Engineering, Community Development, Streets & Highways, and other funds
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The Board of Commissioners approved the first reading of four ordinances that revise water and sewer charges and add new application fees, with a second reading and public hearing scheduled for December 1, 2025. All four ordinances were adopted by voice vote with Commissioner M. James Maley and Mayor Daniela Solano‑Ward voting aye and Commissioner Amy Henderson Riley absent. The meeting also approved a series of resolutions covering personnel policy, a budget transfer, grant applications, and contracts.
- Approved Ordinance 1821 (water rents) on first reading (aye: Maley, Solano‑Ward; absent: Riley)
- Approved Ordinance 1822 (sewer rents) on first reading (aye: Maley, Solano‑Ward; absent: Riley)
- Approved Ordinance 1823 (water connection application fee) on first reading (aye: Maley, Solano‑Ward; absent: Riley)
- Approved Ordinance 1824 (water connection and fire hydrant fees) on first reading (aye: Maley, Solano‑Ward; absent: Riley)
- Approved Resolution 201 – Update of the Borough Personnel Policy
- Approved Resolution 202 – 2025 Budget Transfer
- Approved Resolution 206 – Contract with Parker McCay for Special and Conflict Matters
- Approved Resolution 208 – Advertise for Bid for Janitorial Service
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The Collingswood Board of Commissioners approved the first reading of four ordinances that revise water and sewer service charges and add new application fees, with a second reading scheduled for December 1, 2025. The board also adopted eight resolutions covering personnel policy, a budget transfer, revenue requests, EV‑charger grant applications, a contract, a shared service agreement, a janitorial bid, and a raffle license, all without dissenting votes.
- Approved Ordinance 1821 (water rent rates) on first reading; second reading set for Dec 1, 2025
- Approved Ordinance 1822 (sewer rent rates) on first reading; second reading set for Dec 1, 2025
- Approved Ordinance 1823 adding $25 water‑connection application fee on first reading; second reading set for Dec 1, 2025
- Approved Ordinance 1824 adding $25 water‑connection fee and $250 fire‑hydrant permit fee on first reading; second reading set for Dec 1, 2025
- Approved Resolution 201 – update of the Borough personnel policy (no dissent)
- Approved Resolution 202 – authorizing 2025 budget transfer (no dissent)
- Approved Resolution 203 – request for revenue and appropriation items for Cross County Connection (no dissent)
- Approved Resolution 204 – authorizing application for DEP grant for EV chargers (no dissent)
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The Collingswood Borough Commission adopted several ordinances at its October 6, 2025 meeting. They approved the subdivision of 627 Haddon Avenue, updated fee schedules for zoning and permits, amended the police code, and authorized a $625,000 purchase of a combination sewer cleaner. All measures were adopted on second and final reading with Mayor Daniela Solano‑Ward and Commissioner Amy Henderson Riley voting aye; Commissioner M. James Maley was absent.
- Ordinance 1813 – Subdivide 627 Haddon Avenue property (approved, 2‑0)
- Ordinance 1814 – Amend Chapter 141 fee schedules (approved, 2‑0)
- Ordinance 1815 – Amend Police Department code (approved, 2‑0)
- Ordinance 1816 – Amend Chapter 167 permit fees (approved, 2‑0)
- Ordinance 1817 – Approve $625,000 sewer cleaner purchase (approved, 2‑0)
- Ordinance 1818 – Adopt filming regulations and fee schedule (approved, 2‑0)
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The Collingswood Commission will hold second readings and public hearings for multiple ordinances, including a $26.5 million bond for water treatment facilities and a $625,000 appropriation for sewer equipment. The meeting also includes resolutions for hiring new staff and authorizing contracts for planning and design services.
- Second Reading and Public Hearing of Ordinance 1820: Bond for $26,500,000 for water treatment facilities
- Second Reading and Public Hearing of Ordinance 1817: Appropriating $625,000 for a vacuum jetter
- Second Reading and Public Hearing of Ordinance 1818: Commercial and educational filming in the borough
- Appointing Derek Mohler as a Full-Time Firefighter/EMT
- Authorizing a Contract with Remington and Vernick for Comly Ave Water Treatment Plant services
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The Borough Commission is meeting to discuss several new ordinances, including police department organization and flood damage prevention. The body will consider a large bond for water treatment construction and a property subdivision. Several bidding authorizations for sewer and ambulance services are also on the agenda.
- Bond Ordinance 1820: $26,500,000 for new water treatment facilities
- Ordinance 1817: $625,000 from Sewer Capital Improvement Fund for a vacuum jetter
- Ordinance 1813: Subdivision of property at 627 Haddon Avenue
- Ordinance 1814: Amendment to Borough Code Chapter 141-13 regarding escrow fees
- Resolution of support for NJ DOT Route 30 to Grove Street Project
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The Commission will hold second‑reading public hearings on three ordinances: a five‑year tax abatement and financial agreement for the property at 627 Haddon Avenue, a $100,000 capital appropriation for preliminary work at the Scottish Rite, and an amendment to the borough’s redevelopment plan affecting 101 W Cuthbert Blvd. The meeting also includes the first reading of a subdivision ordinance for 627 Haddon Avenue and several board appointments and budget actions.
- Ordinance 1810 – tax abatement and financial agreement for redevelopment of 627 Haddon Avenue
- Ordinance 1811 – appropriation of $100,000 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for preliminary costs at the Scottish Rite
- Ordinance 1812 – amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for properties at 101 W Cuthbert Blvd
- Ordinance 1813 – first reading to subdivide borough property at 627 Haddon Avenue
- Resolution appointing Laura Starbird to the Collingswood Health Services Advisory Board
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The Borough Commissioners will vote on Ordinance 1810, which authorizes a five‑year tax abatement and a financial agreement for the property at 627 Haddon Avenue. They will also consider Ordinance 1811, appropriating $100,000 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for preliminary costs at the Scottish Rite. Additional items include water and sewer capital improvements totaling $230,000 and several contract awards for infrastructure projects.
- Ordinance 1810: tax abatement and financial agreement for 627 Haddon Avenue redevelopment
- Ordinance 1811: $100,000 appropriation for Scottish Rite preliminary improvement costs
- Ordinance 1809: $80,000 for water inlet replacement and $150,000 for Richey Avenue sewer repair
- Award of contract to Earle Asphalt Company for the Lincoln Avenue Drainage Project
- Award of contract to Colliers Engineering for construction administration of the Downtown to Gateway Project
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The Board adopted an amendment to the redevelopment plan for 627 Haddon Avenue, tabled a similar amendment for 16‑24 W Collings Avenue, approved a $165,000 capital ordinance funding a salt storage building and a pocket park, and moved forward water and sewer improvement funding. All three commissioners voted aye on the adopted measures. The motion to table the second redevelopment amendment was also approved.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1806 amending the redevelopment plan for 627 Haddon Avenue (approved 3‑0)
- Tabled Ordinance No. 1807 amending the redevelopment plan for 16‑24 W Collings Avenue (motion passed)
- Approved Ordinance No. 1808 appropriating $115,000 for a salt storage building and $50,000 for a pocket park (approved 3‑0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1809 allocating $80,000 for water inlet replacement and $150,000 for sewer repair on Richey Avenue (approved 3‑0)
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The Collingswood Borough Commission will hold second‑reading public hearings on Ordinances 1806 and 1807, which amend the borough’s redevelopment plan for the properties at 627 Haddon Avenue and 16‑20‑24 West Collings Avenue. The Commission will also consider Ordinance 1808, appropriating $165,000 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for a salt‑storage building ($115,000) and a pocket park ($50,000). A resolution will award an extraordinary‑service contract to D&M Fireworks for the July 4, 2025 celebration. Additional items include approval of the Independence Day celebration, the 2025 Business Improvement District budget, and routine bill payments.
- Ordinance 1806 – amendment to the redevelopment plan for 627 Haddon Avenue
- Ordinance 1807 – amendment to the redevelopment plan for 16, 20, 24 West Collings Avenue
- Ordinance 1808 – appropriation of $115,000 for a salt storage building and $50,000 for a pocket park ($165,000 total) from the General Capital Improvement Fund
- Resolution awarding an extraordinary‑service contract to D&M Fireworks for the July 4, 2025 fireworks display
- Approval of the 2025 Business Improvement District budget and Independence Day celebration
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Mayor James Maley approved the minutes from the March and April meetings. The board adopted three resolutions: assigning borough departments to the commissioners, designating a deputy mayor, and authorizing acceptance of GCADA grant funds for the Municipal Alliance. No public comments were received on the resolutions.
- Approved March and April meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted Assignment of Departments to Commissioners (adopted)
- Adopted Designation of Deputy Mayor (adopted)
- Adopted Authorization to Accept GCADA Grant Funds for the Municipal Alliance (adopted)
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The Board of Commissioners is meeting to swear in members and assign departmental leadership roles. The body is also deciding on the designation of a Deputy Mayor and the acceptance of grant funds for drug and alcohol abuse prevention.
- Appointment of Daniela Solano-Ward as Mayor and Director of Revenue, Finance and Sustainability Initiatives
- Appointment of Amy Henderson Riley as Director of Public Safety and Public Affairs and Deputy Mayor
- Appointment of M. James Maley Jr. as Director of Public Works, Parks and Public Property
- Authorization to accept $8,000 in GCADA Grant funds for the Municipal Alliance
- Requirement of a $2,000 cash match and $6,000 in-kind match for the GCADA grant
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The Board approved Ordinance No. 1804 setting annual salaries for police, fire, library and other staff. They also adopted Ordinance No. 1805 adjusting recreation program fees. First‑reading approvals were given for Ordinance Nos. 1806 and 1807, amending the borough redevelopment plan for two specific properties.
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The Board of Commissioners will vote to adopt the 2025 Municipal Budget and a salary ordinance for borough employees. The meeting includes first readings for redevelopment plan amendments and a capital improvement fund for a salt barn and pocket park.
- Contract awarded to Gemini General Contracting for Chelsea Avenue Water Main Replacement: $452,195.50
- Contract awarded to Lexa Concrete for Magill Avenue resurfacing: $260,079.92
- Ordinance 1805 amending recreation fees for Violin and Summer Strings Orchestra
- Redevelopment plan amendments for 627 Haddon Avenue and 24 W. Collings Avenue
- Appointment of Bionca Dunham and Hazel Fraley as Special Police Officers Class 1
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The Board approved the minutes from the February 3, 2025 meeting. It adopted Ordinance No. 1802 establishing fees for police outside employment. It also adopted Ordinance No. 1803 authorizing up to $15,000,000 in bonds to redevelop fields and facilities. Ordinance No. 1804 on officer compensation was only read for the first time.
- Approved February 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1802 establishing police outside‑employment fees (approved by Mayor M. James Maley, Jr., Commissioner Robert Lewandowski, Commissioner Morgan Robinson)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1803 authorizing $15,000,000 bond issuance for field and facility redevelopment (approved by Mayor M. James Maley, Jr., Commissioner Robert Lewandowski, Commissioner Morgan Robinson)
- First reading of Ordinance No. 1804 on officer and employee compensation (no vote recorded)
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The Collingswood Borough Commission will hold a second reading and public hearing on Ordinance 1802, which sets fees for police officers’ outside employment. Commissioners will also conduct a second reading and public hearing on Ordinance 1803, a bond ordinance authorizing up to $15,000,000 to redevelop and rehabilitate various fields and facilities in the borough. The meeting includes the first reading of Salary Ordinance 1804 and the first reading of Ordinance 1805 amending recreation fees, as well as numerous appointments, contract authorizations, and a bid rejection for the Salt Storage Project.
- Ordinance 1802 – establishes police outside‑employment fees of $100 per hour plus vehicle and administration charges
- Ordinance 1803 – authorizes issuance of general‑obligation bonds or bond anticipation notes up to $15,000,000 for redevelopment of fields and facilities
- Salary Ordinance 1804 – sets compensation ranges for borough officers and employees, e.g., Police Chief $140,000‑$160,000
- Reject bid for the Salt Storage Project and authorize a rebid
- Authorize Change Order #1 for the Safe Streets to Transit project (Marandino Construction)
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The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to introduce a bond ordinance for the redevelopment of local sports fields. The body will also consider an amendment to the introduced 2025 municipal budget.
- First reading of Bond Ordinance 1803 appropriating $15,000,000 for maintenance and rehabilitation of sports fields at Knight Park and the Middle School/High School Complex
- Proposed amendment to the 2025 Budget to increase Total General Revenues from $23,170,758.40 to $23,579,626.90
- Proposed budget increase for funds transferred to the Board of Education for local schools from $222,560.00 to $630,967.00
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The provided agenda text is unreadable and does not list any specific decisions, proposals, or items for the March 3, 2025 Commission meeting.
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The Collingswood Borough Commission will hold a first reading of Ordinance 1799 to increase the 2025 budget by up to 3.5%, adding $149,693.68 above the standard cap, and to establish a cap bank. It will also consider Ordinance 1800, which appropriates $230,000 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for improvements at 641 Haddon Ave. The meeting includes multiple reappointments and new appointments of borough officials, as well as authorizations of professional services contracts and temporary budget appropriations for 2025.
- First reading of Ordinance 1799 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank (budget increase of $149,693.68)
- First reading of Ordinance 1800 appropriating $230,000 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for improvements to 641 Haddon Ave
- Appointment of Erica Laspada as Municipal Court Administrator
- Authorization of professional services contracts with Barber Consulting (IT), Brown and Connery (municipal attorneys), Conner Strong Companies (risk management), and others
- Approval of Year 2025 Temporary Budget Appropriations and cash management plan
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The Collingswood Borough Commission will approve the December 23, 2024 meeting minutes and hold first readings of Ordinance 1799 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and Ordinance 1800 to appropriate $230,000 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for improvements to borough‑owned properties. The meeting also includes numerous appointments and reappointments of municipal officials, authorizations of professional services contracts, and resolutions such as the 2025 temporary budget appropriations and a grant application for Safe Streets to Transit Phase II.
- First Reading of Ordinance 1800 appropriating $230,000 from the General Capital Improvement Fund for borough property improvements
- First Reading of Ordinance 1799 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
- Approving Year 2025 Temporary Budget Appropriations
- Authorizing professional services contracts (e.g., Barber Consulting for IT, Brown and Connery for municipal legal services, Remington & Vernick for engineering)
- Awarding contract to Think Pavers, LLC for the Collingswood Pocket Park at Haddon Avenue and Woodlawn Avenue