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Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202512 housing units ($3.3M)
🗳️ Election results (6 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor (REP)
Matthew Bianchini ✓ 623 · Matthew Bianchini ✓ 623 · Personal Choice 31 · Personal Choice 31
Mayor (DEM)
Belinda Fontanez ✓ 1,317 · Belinda Fontanez ✓ 1,317 · Personal Choice 13 · Personal Choice 13
City Council Unexpired (REP)
Tracey Ricciardelli ✓ 619 · Tracey Ricciardelli ✓ 619 · Personal Choice 10 · Personal Choice 10
City Council Unexpired (DEM)
Jason Allen ✓ 1,234 · Jason Allen ✓ 1,234 · Personal Choice 3 · Personal Choice 3
City Council (REP)
Daniel A. Dewey ✓ 623 · Daniel A. Dewey ✓ 623 · Mildred (Millie) Tuchez ✓ 547 · Mildred (Millie) Tuchez ✓ 547 · Terry Jerome ✓ 61 · Terry Jerome ✓ 61
City Council (DEM)
Debra Kauffman ✓ 1,194 · Debra Kauffman ✓ 1,194 · Frank Dickey ✓ 1,165 · Frank Dickey ✓ 1,165 · Personal Choice ✓ 2 · Personal Choice ✓ 2

Recent meetings

Mon Apr 27, 2026

04-27-26

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TOWNSHIP OF PEMBERTON SPECIAL MEETING April 27, 2026 6:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE Council President Harper announced that notice of the meeting was given in accordance with th e Open Public Meetings Act, led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance and followed with roll call. ROLL CALL PRESENT ABSENT Perry Doyle, Jr. Joshua Ward Charles de Charleroy Daniel Dewey (Zoom) Harry Harper Also present: Business Administrator Rosemary Flaherty, Solicitors Edward Campbell and Joe Mackolin, and Township Clerk Amy P. Cosnoski. CALL TO ORDER Council President Harper called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. (Reference Note : Closed session minutes are transcribed and filed separately and considered part of these minutes.) CLOSED SESSION 145-2026 Authorizes Council to go into Closed Session. Added at meeting. Motion by Doyle and de Charleroy to approve Resolution 145 -2026. Doyle , yes; de Charleroy, yes; Dewey, yes; Harper, yes. Motion carried. Council returned to the meeting at approximately 6:20 p.m. Council President Harper advised there would be no formal action pursuant to closed session. PUBLIC COMMENTS Council President Harper opened this portion of the meeting for public comments. Joe Fallon, Browns Mills – Commented on the Development Agreement and the issues with the redevelopment. Questioned why the Township had to pay. Stated we were going to have to live with the consequences and would be facing problem [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 15, 2026

04-15-26

✓ Decided: Council approved closed‑session authorization (Resolution 129‑2026)

The Township Council voted to authorize a closed session under Resolution 129‑2026. The motion was carried with all four council members voting yes. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting, which was otherwise devoted to public comments.

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TOWNSHIP OF PEMBERTON REGULAR MEETING April 15, 2026 6:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE Council President Harper announced that notice of the meeting was given in accordance with th e Open Public Meetings Act, led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance and followed with roll call. ROLL CALL PRESENT ABSENT Daniel Dewey Charles de Charleroy Joshua Ward Perry Doyle Jr. Harry Harper Also, present: Business Administrator Rosemary Flaherty, Solicitors Timothy McNichols and Joe Mackolin, and Township Clerk Amy P. Cosnoski. CALL TO ORDER Council President Harper called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. (Reference Note : Closed session minutes are transcribed and filed separately and considered part of these minutes.) CLOSED SESSION 129-2026 Authorizes Council to go into Closed Session. - Contract Agreement Motion by Doyle and Dewey to approve Resolution 129-2026. Doyle, yes; Dewey, yes; de Charleroy, yes; Harper, yes. Motion carried. Council returned to the meeting at approximately 6:13 p.m. and Council President Harper advised that there would be no formal action pursuant to closed session. Councilman Doyle commented on the statement read by the Council President at each meeting before the Public Comments. Stated the beginning of the sta tement says it was the intention of Council to preserve a level of respect, courtesy and civility. Stated that at the end Council can offer comments on speakers remarks. Noted that as of late [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 1, 2026

04-01-26

✓ Decided: Council authorized a closed session under Resolution 119‑2026

The council voted to enter a closed session pursuant to Resolution 119‑2026. The motion was made by Councilmen Doyle and de Charleroy and was carried with all five members voting yes. After returning to the open meeting, no further formal actions were taken.

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TOWNSHIP OF PEMBERTON REGULAR MEETING April 1, 2026 6:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE Council President Harper announced that notice of the meeting was given in accordance with th e Open Public Meetings Act, led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance and followed with roll call. ROLL CALL PRESENT ABSENT Daniel Dewey Charles de Charleroy Joshua Ward Perry Doyle Jr. Harry Harper Also, present: Mayor Matthew Bianchini , Solicitor’s Gregory McGuckin and Joseph Mackolin, and Township Clerk Amy P. Cosnoski. CALL TO ORDER Council President Harper called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. (Reference Note : Closed session minutes are transcribed and filed separately and considered part of these minutes.) CLOSED SESSION 119-2026 Authorizes Council to go into Closed Session. Motion by Doyle and de Charleroy to approve Resolution 119-2026. Doyle, yes; de Charleroy, yes; Ward, yes; Dewey, yes; Harper, yes. Motion carried. Council returned to the meeting at approximately 6:11 p.m. and Council President Harper advised that there would be no formal action pursuant to closed session. PUBLIC COMMENTS Council President Harper opened this portion of the meeting for public comments. Marty Graf Wenger, President of the BMIA – Provided some histor y on the BMIA and shared updates for upcoming events. Commented on the purchase over $3,000 and lifeguards needing a safe place to get away from the sun and take a break. Advised she was a l [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 18, 2026

03-18-26

✓ Decided: Council approves budget amendments and refunds, tables employee compensation rates

The council approved routine refunds totaling $1,289 and amended both the 2026 temporary operating budget and the 2026 temporary water operating budget. It authorized a refund of a performance bond, appointed Michael Thompson to the zoning board, and tabled the resolution setting compensation rates for non‑represented employees. Resolution 101‑2026 was pulled from the consent agenda, and the council requested permission for a fireworks display at the 2026 water carnival.

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TOWNSHIP OF PEMBERTON REGULAR MEETING March 18, 2026 6:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE Council President Harper announced that notice of the meeting was given in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance and then followed with roll call. ROLL CALL PRESENT ABSENT Daniel Dewey Joshua Ward Charles de Charleroy Perry Doyle Jr. Harry Harper Also, present: Mayor Matthew Bianchini , Business Administrator Rosemary Flaherty, Solicitor Gregory McGuckin, and Township Clerk Amy P. Cosnoski. CALL TO ORDER Council President Harper called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. (Reference Note : Closed session minutes are transcribed and filed separately and considered part of these minutes.) PRESENTATION Employee Recognition by Mayor Bianchini. Mayor Bianchini advised on the new Employee Spotlight program and that tonight he was awarding one to Joan ie Shepard from Public Works. Stated that when you see Joanie walking around the building she is always smiling and happy. Read a citation into the record and then presented it to her. Ms. Shepard thanked everyone. Mayor Bianchini stated that although it is not on the agenda it was bothering him and he wanted to recognize his actions at a previous meeting. Apologized publicly to Mr. Sawka for his actions. Police Officer Recognitions by Police Chief Glass Chief Glass advised that the banquet had been cancelled this year and so the Council was grac [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 4, 2026

03-04-26

✓ Decided: Council approved ARH Associates water project contract and entered closed session

The council authorized a closed‑session meeting (Resolution 81‑2026) with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. It then approved the consent agenda as amended, also unanimously (5‑0). Finally, the council approved Resolution 85‑2026, awarding an $80,280 contract to ARH Associates for Phase I of the New Lisbon Water System Improvement Project, with a 3‑2 vote.

Minutes
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TOWNSHIP OF PEMBERTON REGULAR MEETING March 4, 2026 6:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE Council President Harper led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance, announced that notice of the meeting was given in accordance with th e Open Public Meetings Act, and followed with roll call. ROLL CALL PRESENT ABSENT Daniel Dewey Charles de Charleroy Joshua Ward Perry Doyle Jr. Harry Harper Also, present: Mayor Matthew Bianchini , Business Administrator Rosemary Flaherty, Solicitor Gregory McGuckin, and Township Clerk Amy P. Cosnoski. CALL TO ORDER Council President Harper called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. PRESENTATION 1. Safety – Service Dogs by Joe Henry of Hardenberg Insurance. Joe Henry from Hardenbergh I nsurance advised on his role and t hat each year he is required to bring a topic. Noted that this year he was advising on service animals. Advised on the various things that service animals and that they are protected under the ADA law. Added that service animals are not considered pets und er the law, but medical equipment. Noted the exceptions including hospitals, pools and zoos. Advised on the two questions you are not allowed to ask about the animal. Noted that emotional support animals are not covered under any laws and have no access rights. Councilman Dewey asked about certain uniforms Public W orks should be wearing. Mr. Henry stated he could send the information to him about the appropriate clothing. 2. Proclamation C [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 18, 2026

02-18-26

✓ Decided: Council appoints housing and economic committees, approves refunds and authorizes closed session

The council approved a $1,100 routine refund (Resolution 69-2026) and appointed members to the Affordable Housing Committee (Resolution 71-2026) and the Economic and Business Development Committee (Resolution 72-2026). A motion to enter a closed session (Resolution 68-2026) was carried unanimously. Resolutions 70-2026 and 78-2026 were pulled from the consent agenda for later consideration.

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TOWNSHIP OF PEMBERTON REGULAR MEETING February 18, 2026 6:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE Council President Harper led the assembly in the Pl edge of Allegiance, announced that notice of the meeting was given in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, and followed with roll call. ROLL CALL PRESENT ABSENT Charles de Charleroy Joshua Ward Perry Doyle Jr. Daniel Dewey (Zoom) Harry Harper Also, present: Mayor Matthew Bianchini, Business Ad ministrator Rosemary Flaherty, Solicitor Christopher Connors , and Township Clerk Amy P. Cosnoski. CALL TO ORDER Council President Harper called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. Mayor Bianchini wanted to recognize all those that worked and assisted throughout the snowstorm that occurred in January. Read off the names of tho se receiving Certificates of Excellence for all that they had done. (Reference Note: Closed session minutes are transcr ibed and filed separately and considered part of these minutes.) CLOSED SESSION 68-2026 Authorizes Council to go into Closed Sessi on. Motion by Doyle and de Charleroy to approve Resolut ion 68-2026. Doyle, yes; de Charleroy, yes; Dewey, yes; Harper, yes. Motion carried. Council returned to the meeting at approximately 6: 21 p.m. and Council President Harper advised that there would be no formal action pursuant to closed session. PUBLIC COMMENTS Council President Ward opened this portion of the meeting for public comments. Joe Fallon, B [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 4, 2026

02-04-26

✓ Decided: Council approved tax sale, veteran tax refund, and several settlement resolutions

The Township Council approved Resolution 58-2026 to cancel and refund property taxes for a qualifying totally disabled veteran and Resolution 59-2026 to conduct an electronic tax sale for 2025. The Council also approved Resolution 60-2026 to request an award extension for the South Lakeshore Drive Phase V project, and approved settlement agreements in Resolutions 61-2026 and 62-2026. Resolution 64-2026 for a water‑main construction contract was tabled until the February 18 meeting.

Minutes
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TOWNSHIP OF PEMBERTON REGULAR MEETING February 4, 2026 6:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE Council President Harper led the assembly in the Pl edge of Allegiance, announced that notice of the meeting was given in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, and followed with roll call. ROLL CALL PRESENT ABSENT Daniel Dewey (Zoom) Charles de Charleroy Joshua Ward Perry Doyle Jr. Harry Harper Also, present: Mayor Matthew Bianchini, Business Ad ministrator Rosemary Flaherty, Solicitor Gregory McGuckin , and Township Clerk Amy P. Cosnoski. CALL TO ORDER Council President Harper called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. CLOSED SESSION 57-2026 Authorizes Council to go into Closed Sessi on. Motion by Doyle and de Charleroy to approve Resolution 57-2026. Doyle, yes; de Charleroy, yes; Dewey, yes; Ward, Harper, yes. Motion carried. Council returned to the meeting at approximately 6: 15 p.m. and Council President Harper advised that there would be no formal action pursuant to closed session. (Reference Note: Closed session minutes are transcr ibed and filed separately and considered part of these minutes.) PRESENTATION Honoring Delores King, Eagle Scout Recipient Council President Harper introduced Assemblywoman K atz. Ms. Katz had Miss King provide information on her Eagle Scout project. Not ed she had built 15 benches for Whitesbog. Assemblywoman Katz provided some informa tion on how the project had been completed and note [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jan 28, 2026

01-28-26

✓ Decided: Council approved $42,470 emergency pump repairs and several utility contracts

The council approved a $42,470 contract for emergency repairs to the influent pumps at the wastewater treatment plant. It also adopted contracts for laboratory testing of sewer and water utilities, a senior meals agreement with Burlington County, a sewer service agreement with Mount Holly MUA, and a farmland preservation ordinance for Rose Farm. Motions to approve the December 17, 2025 meeting minutes and the amended agenda were carried.

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TOWNSHIP OF PEMBERTON REGULAR MEETING January 28, 2026 6:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE Council President Harper led the assembly in the Pl edge of Allegiance, announced that notice of the meeting was given in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, and followed with roll call. ROLL CALL PRESENT ABSENT Daniel Dewey (Zoom) Joshua Ward Perry Doyle Jr. Harry Harper Also, present: Mayor Matthew Bianchini, Solicitor Chris Connors , and Township Clerk Amy P. Cosnoski. CALL TO ORDER Council President Harper called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. PRESENTATION Walker’s Florist Mayor Bianchini recognized Walker’s Florist and thanked him for 52 years of service in the Township and wished him well in his retirement. CLOSED SESSION 43-2026 Authorizes Council to go into Closed Sessi on. Motion by Doyle and Harper to approve Resolution 43 -2026. Doyle, yes; Harper, yes; Dewey, yes. Motion carried. Council returned to the meeting at approximately 6: 48 p.m. and Council President Harper advised that there would be no formal action pursuant to closed session. (Reference Note: Closed session minutes are transcr ibed and filed separately and considered part of these minutes.) PUBLIC COMMENTS Council President Harper opened this portion of the meeting for public comments. Michael Sawka, Pemberton – Noted he had submitted OPRA’s on some Amazon purchases. Commented on the purchasing cards and that he had asked for the state [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jan 7, 2026

01-07-26

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TOWNSHIP OF PEMBERTON REORGANIZATION & REGULAR MEETING MINUTES January 7, 2026 6:00 P.M. Deputy Township Clerk’s greeting to the public. Notice of this meeting was given in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act. Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation by Dr. Maurice Mimms, CSM (Ret), USA, Se nior Pastor, Browns Mills Baptist Church CALL TO ORDER Mrs. Dashiell called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL PRESENT ABSENT Daniel Dewey Harry Harper Matthew Bianchini Perry Doyle Jr. Joshua Ward Also present: Solicitor Christopher Connors and Deputy Township Clerk Sunshine Dashiell. Mrs. Dashiell asked for nominations for Council Pre sident. Councilman Doyle nominated Councilman Harper. Councilman Bianchini seconded the nomination. There were no other nominations. Motion by Doyle and Bianchini appoint Councilman Ha rper as Council President for the year 2026. Doyle, yes; Bianchini, yes; Doyle, yes; Dewey, no; Ward, yes; Harper, yes. Motion carried. Motion by Doyle and Bianchini to close the nominati ons for Council President. Doyle, yes; Bianchini, yes; Dewey, yes; Ward, yes; Harper, yes. Motion carried. Mr. Connors administered the Oath of Office to Coun cil President Harper. Mrs. Dashiell presented him with the gavel. Council President Harper took over the meeting at this time. DISCUSSION AND VOTE ON OFFICE OF MAYOR 1-2026 Appoints Mayor of Pemberton Township Due t o Vacancy in Office. Councilm [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
🌐 County-level context
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Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,802/mo (2025)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD

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