South River public meetings in 2021

Mayor & Council

The South River Mayor and Council adopted two ordinances: one removing the Deputy Chief of Police position from the Borough Code and one adding a handicapped parking space on Hillside Avenue. The Council also awarded a $417,500 contract for roof replacements and repairs to VMG Group, approved a $520,490.33 bills and claims list, and made several appointments including reappointing Arthur Londensky as Borough Administrator.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-24 removing Deputy Chief of Police position (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-26 adding handicapped parking on Hillside Avenue (unanimous)
• Awarded $417,500 roof replacement contract to VMG Group (unanimous)
• Approved $520,490.33 bills and claims list (unanimous)
• Reappointed Arthur Londensky as Borough Administrator (5-2, Mayor tie-breaker)
• Approved salaries for officials and employees including Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Approved emergency appointment of Claudene Hahn as Part Time Animal Control Officer at $18/hour (unanimous)
• Approved $6,579.33 in cancellation of outdated/stale items (unanimous)

Planning Board

The South River Planning Board will hold its regular meeting, including a completeness hearing for a soil addition application at 58 Rotunda Lane and a request to carry the public hearing for an office addition at 205 Main Street to January 18, 2022. The board will also review 2022 meeting dates and swear in a new member.

• Completeness hearing: PB #2021-008, Meriam Shenoda, 58 Rotunda Lane, Block 363.12, Lot 18, soil addition application
• Public hearing carried: PB-2020-009, SRED Property, LLC, 205 Main Street, Block 122, Lots 1, 10, 10.01, office addition, requested carry to January 18, 2022
• Withdrawn application: PB#2021-06, Akal Properties, LLC, 12 Grove Street, Block 165, Lots 12.01 & 13
• Swearing in of new board member Eric Acs
• Review of 2022 meeting dates

The South River Planning Board deemed a soil application (PB#2021-008) complete and scheduled it for a public hearing on January 18, 2022. The board also carried a previously postponed application for an office addition at 205 Main Street to the same date without further notice. Minutes from October 19, 2021 were approved as amended. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:15 pm.

• Approved minutes of October 19, 2021 as amended (voice vote, all in favor)
• Deemed soil application PB#2021-008 (Meriam Shenoda) complete, scheduled for January 18, 2022 public hearing (voice vote, all in favor)
• Carried PB-2020-009 (SRED Property, LLC, 205 Main Street) to January 18, 2022 without further notice (voice vote, all in favor)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council of South River, NJ, are holding their regular meeting on December 6, 2021. The agenda consists solely of a reference to the meeting agenda packet, with no specific items listed. This appears to be a procedural placeholder.

The Council adopted Ordinance 2021-19, setting cheerleading class fees, and Ordinance 2021-22, amending tree removal and woodland management rules. An ordinance to increase athletic field lighting and use fees (2021-23) failed after public opposition, with plans for revisions. Ordinance 2021-24, to eliminate the Deputy Chief of Police position, was carried to the December 27 meeting. A new ordinance for a handicapped parking space on Hillside Avenue was introduced.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-19, establishing cheerleading class fees ranging from $40 for one class to $100 for four classes.
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-22, amending zoning to change tree removal and woodland management rules, including new contribution rates to the Tree Replacement Fund.
• Ordinance 2021-23, which would have increased athletic field lighting and use fees, failed to pass for lack of a second motion after public opposition.
• Carried Ordinance 2021-24, which would delete the Deputy Chief of Police position, to the December 27, 2021 meeting for further consideration.
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-26, which would add a handicapped parking space on Hillside Avenue.
• Approved a consent agenda including resolutions for appointments, contract renewals, and the purchase of police equipment.
• Approved Resolution 2021-311, setting no annual power cost adjustment for 2022.
• Approved Resolution 2021-322, appointing Raymond Hayducka as hearing officer for a police disciplinary matter at $160 per hour.

Environmental Commission / Shade Tree Advisory Board / Green Team

The South River Environmental Commission / Shade Tree Advisory Board / Green Team will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss the budget and Sustainable Jersey, and vote on two tree removal applications. They will also consider a resolution to spend up to $1,000 on memberships, publications, and outreach items. Public comment is limited to 10 minutes per speaker.

• Tree removal application ST-2021-31 for 1 Grand Ave (Ayokunle Omotoso) - two trees recommended for removal due to disease and sidewalk/curb damage
• Tree removal application ST-2021-32 for 5 Devoe St (Greg Agnello) - one maple tree recommended for removal due to dead branches and utility line contact
• Resolution EC-2021-03 to approve purchases up to $1,000 for NJ Shade Tree Federation membership, publications, a banner, and reusable shopping bags
• Minutes to be approved from meetings on 10/07/2021 and 11/04/2021
• Budget discussion and Sustainable Jersey discussion listed under old business

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Board will conduct completeness hearings for two Whitehead Avenue property applications. Additionally, public hearings are scheduled to discuss construction additions and deck replacements.

• Completeness hearing for third apartment and parking variance at 33 Whitehead Avenue
• Completeness hearing for 17 residential units at 25 & 27 Whitehead Avenue
• Public hearing for rear addition and front porch at 13 Mako Court
• Public hearing for deck replacement and impervious coverage variance at 45 Lexington Avenue

The South River Zoning Board approved two variance applications: a rear addition and porch cover at 13 Mako Court (8-0) and a deck replacement at 45 Lexington Avenue (8-0). The board also deemed two applications complete for future public hearings: a minor site plan at 33 Whitehead Avenue and a mixed-use project at 25-27 Whitehead Avenue. No resolutions were presented.

• Approved variance for rear addition and porch cover at 13 Mako Court (8-0)
• Approved bulk variance for deck replacement at 45 Lexington Avenue (8-0)
• Deemed complete application ZB-2021-013 (Grego) for 33 Whitehead Avenue
• Deemed complete application ZB-2021-014 (Ria Mar) for 25-27 Whitehead Avenue
• Approved minutes from October 26, 2021 meeting

Mayor & Council

This agenda contains only a reference to the November 15, 2021 Mayor & Council regular meeting packet, with no individual agenda items listed. The document provided is a placeholder for the full packet, so no specific decisions or discussions are detailed here.

• Meeting packet referenced but not itemized

The South River Mayor and Council adopted three ordinances on second reading: updating salary ranges for part-time bus drivers and fitness instructors, adding cheerleading class and competition fees, and adding stop signs at two intersections. They also introduced four ordinances on first reading, including a revised tree fund, athletic lighting fees, removal of the Deputy Chief of Police position, and a snow emergency no-parking ordinance, which failed due to lack of a second motion. The council approved a consent agenda with 16 resolutions, including playground equipment purchases, a vehicle auction, and a temporary parking meter suspension.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-18 updating salary ranges for bus drivers and fitness instructors
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-19 adding cheerleading class and competition fees
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-20 amending Municipal Alliance Committee meeting and quorum rules
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-21 adding stop signs at Leonardine/Sheinfine and Kamm/Foothills
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-22 revising tree removal and replacement fund fees
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-23 setting athletic field lighting and use fees
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-24 removing Deputy Chief of Police position
• Failed Ordinance 2021-25 snow emergency no-parking ordinance (no second motion)

Environmental Commission / Shade Tree Advisory Board / Green Team

The Environmental Commission, Shade Tree Advisory Board, and Green Team will review several tree removal applications and discuss budget appropriations. The meeting also includes discussions regarding zoning ordinance revisions for tree fund contributions.

• Resolution EC-2021-02: Appropriation of up to $500 for veterinary services for feral cats via Loving Hands Cat Rescue
• Tree removal application review for 22 W Grochowi\u0061owiak St, 22 Foothills Dr, 24 Beryl St, and 5 Mercer St
• Discussion of zoning ordinance revisions regarding tree fund contributions for development applications
• Review of tree trimming recommendation for 2 Rubin St

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The South River Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold its regular meeting, including a resolution for a Main Street property and a public hearing that was carried from previous meetings. The board will also conduct completeness hearings for three residential variance applications. The Obert Street mixed-use application will not be heard and is carried to November 23, 2021.

• Resolution ZB-2021-008 for 60-62 Main Street (Block 161, Lots 10, 11, 19, 20, 21.01, 15.01)
• Public hearing ZB-2021-009 for 38 Obert Street (mixed-use multifamily) carried to Nov 23
• Completeness hearing ZB-2021-011 for 13 Mako Court (rear addition and covered porch)
• Completeness hearing ZB-2021-012 for 45 Lexington Avenue (deck replacement, impervious coverage variance)
• Completeness hearing ZB-2021-013 for 33 Whitehead Avenue (third apartment, bulk and use variances)

The South River Zoning Board approved the resolution for File ZB-2021-008, Main Street LLC, for the property at 60-62 Main Street, with a roll call vote of 3 ayes and 1 abstention. The board also carried several applications to the November 23, 2021 meeting, including a completeness hearing for Grego and public hearings for Terralheiro and Cueva. The application for 38 Obert Property, LLC was carried to January 25, 2022. The board approved 2022 meeting dates and times, and discussed parking and polling procedures without taking action.

• Approved resolution for File ZB-2021-008, Main Street LLC (3-0, Rocha abstained)
• Carried completeness application ZB-2021-013, Grego to Nov 23, 2021 (voice vote)
• Deemed ZB-2021-011, Terralheiro complete, hearing Nov 23, 2021 (voice vote)
• Deemed ZB-2021-012, Cueva complete, hearing Nov 23, 2021 (voice vote)
• Carried ZB-2021-009, 38 Obert Property, LLC to Jan 25, 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved additional 2022 meeting dates in May and September (voice vote)
• Approved 2022 meeting times of 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm (voice vote)

Mayor & Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural document listings for the October 25, 2021, meeting. There are no specific items, motions, or discussions detailed in the text.

The council failed to adopt Ordinance 2021-17, which would have reduced the tree replacement contribution from $450 to $50 per tree, after public comment and no motion for adoption. The ordinance will be revised and may return as an amended first reading at the November 15 meeting. The council also introduced four new ordinances on first reading, including salary range updates, cheerleading class fees, Municipal Alliance Committee changes, and new stop intersections.

• Ordinance 2021-17 (tree removal fee reduction) failed - no motion made
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-18 (salary ranges for bus driver, instructors)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-19 (cheerleading class fees)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-20 (Municipal Alliance Committee amendments)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-21 (new stop intersections at Leonardine/Sheinfine and Kamm/Foothills)
• Approved 2021 Best Practices Inventory (unanimous)
• Approved $1,396,096 school requisition payment (unanimous)
• Approved $350,100 budget transfer (unanimous)

Board of Health

The South River Board of Health is holding its regular October meeting to review September minutes and reports from the Registrar and Health Inspector. Old business includes the food bank's Thanksgiving dinner, animal control/TNR, and event planning for Operation RAM and Frost on the Pumpkin. New business is the 2022 Rabies Clinic. Public comments and board member comments are also on the agenda.

• Rabies Clinic 2022 discussion
• Food Bank Thanksgiving Dinner planning
• Animal Control/TNR update
• Operation RAM and Frost on the Pumpkin event planning
• Registrar's report: 9 marriages, $334.00 in fees to borough for September

The Board of Health approved the September 2021 meeting minutes and accepted the registrar and health inspector's reports. Members discussed the food bank, animal control, and other programs, and agreed to schedule a rabies clinic for January 2022. No major policy decisions were made.

• Approved September 2021 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Accepted registrar report for September 2021 (all in favor)
• Accepted health inspector's sanitation reports for August and September 2021 (all in favor)
• Agreed to schedule rabies clinic for January 22 or 29, 2022 (discussed, not formal vote)

Planning Board

The South River Planning Board is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, consider a resolution for a property at 13 Highland Avenue, and hold a public hearing on an application for 205 Main Street, which has been carried to November. The board will also conduct a completeness hearing for a property at 12 Grove Street and discuss an ordinance amending the zoning code regarding landscaping and buffering, specifically tree removal and woodlands management.

• Resolution PB#2021-005, De Souza, 13 Highland Avenue, Block 219, Lot 1.01
• Public hearing carried: PB#2020-009, SRED Property, LLC, 205 Main Street, Block 122, Lots 1, 10, 10.01 (office addition)
• Completeness hearing: Akal Properties, LLC, 12 Grove Street, Block 165, Lots 12.01 & 13
• Ordinance No. 2021-17 amending Chapter 350 Zoning, §350-28(G) Tree Removal and Woodlands Management
• Correspondence from DOT and Agriculture Development Board (information only)

The Planning Board voted to recommend that the Borough Council adopt a sliding-scale tree replacement fee instead of a flat $50 per tree, after discussing a proposed ordinance to reduce the fee from $450 to $50. The board also approved a resolution for a property at 13 Highland Avenue, carried a public hearing for 205 Main Street to December, and deemed an application for 12 Grove Street incomplete. The November 16, 2021 meeting was cancelled.

• Approved resolution PB#2021-005 for 13 Highland Avenue (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Carried public hearing PB-2020-009 for 205 Main Street to December 21, 2021
• Deemed application PB#2021-06 for 12 Grove Street incomplete, carried to December 21, 2021
• Recommended sliding-scale tree replacement fee to Council (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Cancelled November 16, 2021 meeting, business moved to December 21, 2021

Mayor & Council

This is the agenda for the South River Mayor & Council regular meeting on October 4, 2021. The agenda was revised to include a bills list. No specific action items are detailed in the provided text.

• Revised agenda including bills list

The council adopted Bond Ordinance 2021-16, appropriating $350,000 for roof replacement at municipal buildings and authorizing $332,500 in bonds. It also introduced Ordinance 2021-17, which would reduce the tree replacement fee from $450 to $50 per tree, and approved a $1.22 million road and sidewalk contract with JADS Construction. A resolution to purchase a body-worn camera system for the police department was pulled.

• Adopted Bond Ordinance 2021-16 for $350K roof replacement (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-17 to cut tree replacement fee to $50 per tree
• Awarded $1,217,344.77 road/curb/sidewalk contract to JADS Construction
• Approved $53,000 architectural services contract for roof repair
• Authorized 9 PM Halloween curfew for under-16s Oct 30-31
• Appointed John Imbriano as Lineman Apprentice at $26.43/hr
• Approved utility refunds totaling $2,875.54
• Pulled Resolution 2021-270 for $127,770 body-worn camera system

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The South River Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding a regular meeting with two public hearings on mixed-use developments with multifamily residential units. The board will also consider a resolution for a property on Joseph Street and approve minutes from its August meeting.

• Public hearing: ZB-2021-009, 38 Obert Property, LLC, 38 Obert Street, mixed-use with 2- and 3-floor residential units
• Public hearing: ZB-2021-008, Main Street, LLC, 60-62 Main Street, mixed-use with 2nd and 3rd floor multifamily units (carried from 07/27/21)
• Resolution ZB-2021-010, Bellie Holdings, LLC, 7 Joseph Street, completeness hearing
• Approval of minutes from August 24, 2021 meeting

The Board approved File ZB-2021-008 for Main Street, LLC to construct a mixed-use building with 17 two-bedroom apartments at 60-62 Main Street, after the applicant reduced the unit count from 19 to 17. The approval includes conditions such as 34 on-site parking spaces, 10 off-site spaces, and conveyance of the Obert Street property to the Borough or development of parking if refused. The Board also approved a resolution for Bellie Holdings, LLC at 7 Joseph Street and carried a separate application for 38 Obert Street to the next meeting.

• Approved ZB-2021-010, Bellie Holdings, LLC at 7 Joseph Street (unanimous)
• Approved ZB-2021-008, Main Street, LLC at 60-62 Main Street with 17 units (5-2)
• Carried ZB-2021-009, 38 Obert Property, LLC to October 26, 2021 meeting
• Denied request for straw poll on 19 units (6-2)
• Straw poll on 19 units failed (3 yes, 4 no, 1 declined)

Board of Health

The South River Board of Health is holding its regular September 2021 meeting, primarily reviewing August 2021 reports from the Registrar and Health Inspector, along with financial updates. The agenda includes old business items such as the Food Bank balance and event planning, but no new business is listed. The meeting is largely procedural, with reports and comments from members and the public.

• Food Bank balance: $151,440.51
• Animal Control/TNR balance: $117.18
• Event Planning balance: $67.74
• Operation RAM balance: $1,199.89
• Frost on the Pumpkin balance: $3,508.40

The Board of Health approved the August 2021 meeting minutes and the monthly registrar reports. The health inspector's sanitation reports were held for the next meeting. The board discussed the food bank, animal control, and a possible school food pantry, but no formal decisions were made on those items.

• Approved the August 2021 meeting minutes.
• Accepted the monthly registrar reports for August 2021.
• Held the health inspector's sanitation reports for the next meeting.

Planning Board

The South River Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two applications: a subdivision at 13 Highland Avenue to create two single-family lots, and an office addition at 205 Main Street. The board may take formal action on these items and other business.

• Public hearing: PB#2021-005, De Souza, 13 Highland Avenue, Block 219 Lot 1.01, subdivision into 2 single-family lots in R-100 zone
• Public hearing: PB#2020-009, SRED Property, LLC, 205 Main Street, Block 122 Lots 1, 10, 10.01, addition for office use
• Approval of minutes from August 17, 2021 meeting
• Swearing in of new board member Hartman Walker, Jr.
• Ordinance No. 2021-13 correspondence to the Clerk

The Planning Board approved a subdivision application (PB#2021-005) for 13 Highland Avenue to create two single-family residential lots in the R-100 zone, with a variance for lot width (90 feet instead of the required 100 feet). The approval includes conditions such as no further subdivision and a 5-foot driveway setback. The board also carried the application for 205 Main Street (PB#2020-009) to the October 19, 2021 meeting without further notice. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved subdivision at 13 Highland Avenue (PB#2021-005) to create 2 lots (unanimous)
• Carried 205 Main Street office addition application (PB#2020-009) to October 19, 2021
• Approved August 17, 2021 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Received and filed Ordinance No. 2021-13 (informational)

Mayor & Council

The agenda for the September 13, 2021 Mayor & Council regular meeting contains only the meeting title and a reference to a PDF document, with no listed agenda items. It is purely procedural boilerplate with no substantive decisions or discussions specified.

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2021-15, adding a no-parking restriction on the south side of Leonardine Avenue near Constitution Way to improve sight lines. It also introduced Bond Ordinance 2021-16, appropriating $350,000 for municipal building roof replacements, with a public hearing set for October 4, 2021. The council approved a consent agenda including a $65,441 hazardous site remediation grant, fire department equipment purchases, a $20,000 settlement with South River EMS, and other routine items.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-15 adding no-parking on Leonardine Ave south side (unanimous)
• Introduced Bond Ordinance 2021-16 for $350,000 roof replacement, $332,500 in bonds (unanimous)
• Approved $65,441 grant from NJ EDA for hazardous discharge site remediation (consent)
• Authorized $24,435.15 purchase of portable radios for fire department (consent)
• Authorized $16,777.35 net purchase of SCBA bottles for fire department (consent)
• Authorized $41,196.29 DPW truck conversion to roll-off vehicle (consent)
• Approved $20,000 settlement with South River EMS, Inc. in litigation (consent)
• Approved bills and claims totaling $607,974.34 (consent, with abstentions)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The South River Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to consider several applications. The agenda includes a completeness hearing for a residential addition and public hearings regarding new multi-family and single-family constructions.

• Public hearing for mixed-use development with multi-family units at 60–62 Main Street
• Public hearing for mixed-use, multi-family construction at 38 Obert Street
• Public hearing for a single-family home with a lot size variance at 7 Joseph Street
• Completeness hearing for a rear addition and front porch at 13 Mako Court
• Resolution ZB–2021–007 regarding 16 William Street

The Board approved File ZB-2021-008 for Main Street, LLC, a mixed-use development at 60-62 Main Street, after the applicant reduced the number of units from 19 to 17 two-bedroom apartments. The approval includes conditions such as 34 on-site parking spaces, 10 off-site spaces, and the applicant's willingness to convey the Obert Street property to the Borough or develop parking if the Borough declines. The motion passed 5-2. The Board also approved a resolution for Bellie Holdings, LLC at 7 Joseph Street, and carried a hearing for 38 Obert Property, LLC to the next meeting.

• Approved ZB-2021-010 for Bellie Holdings, LLC at 7 Joseph Street (Block 263, Lot 7) by unanimous roll call vote.
• Approved File ZB-2021-008 for Main Street, LLC at 60-62 Main Street, with 17 units, 34 on-site and 10 off-site parking spaces, and conditions regarding the Obert Street property, by a 5-2 vote.
• Carried File ZB-2021-009 for 38 Obert Property, LLC to the October 26, 2021 meeting without further notice.
• Approved the minutes from the August 24, 2021 meeting by voice vote.
• Rejected a request for a straw poll on 19 units for the Main Street, LLC application by a 6-2 vote, but later conducted a straw poll on 19 units which failed (3 yes, 4 no, 1 declined).
• The Board did not take action on a public complaint about a neighbor's fence, stating it was not a zoning board matter.

Mayor & Council

The provided documents consist of council e-packets for the August 23, 2021, regular meeting. The agenda text does not list specific items for discussion or decision.

The Borough Council voted to repeal the PEP Parking ordinance (Ordinance 2021-13), which had required developers to pay a fee instead of providing parking. The repeal was adopted despite concerns from Councilwoman Meira that it would block development. The council also approved a new stop sign at David Street and Morningside Avenue, introduced a no-parking ordinance on Leonardine Avenue, and made several appointments and purchases.

• Repealed PEP Parking ordinance (Ordinance 2021-13) (5-1)
• Approved stop sign at David Street and Morningside Ave (Ordinance 2021-14) (unanimous)
• Introduced no-parking ordinance on Leonardine Ave (Ordinance 2021-15) (unanimous)
• Approved conditional appointment of Police Officer Nicholas Swineford (unanimous)
• Approved conditional appointment of Police Officer Brian Presti (unanimous)
• Granted permanent status to Police Officers Mark Kukoda and Kyle Stevens (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of lawn mowers ($23,176.78), two pickup trucks ($38,851.50 each), dump truck ($201,752.01), and sanitation truck ($264,876.16) (unanimous)
• Supported East Brunswick's intervention in BPU rate case (Resolution 2021-243) (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health met via Zoom to review the July 2021 Registrar's Report, health inspector sanitation reports, and old business. The meeting included updates on food bank funding and various community event expenses.

• Food Bank funding update: $151,767.67
• Animal Control/TNR expense: $139.00
• Frost on the Pumpkin event expense: $3,508.40
• July 2021 Marriage Licenses issued: 12
• July 2021 Retail Food Inspections: 5 satisfactory and 4 conditionally satisfactory ratings

The South River Board of Health held a routine meeting, approving the July 2021 minutes, registrar reports, and the health inspector's sanitation report. No new business was discussed, and no substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals. Updates were provided on the food bank, animal control paint party fundraiser, and an upcoming fireworks event.

• Approved July 2021 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Accepted July 2021 registrar reports (all in favor)
• Accepted July 2021 health inspector's sanitation report (all in favor)

Planning Board

The South River Planning Board approved a resolution of denial for Jose Tavares (24 Whitehead Ave.) and an amended resolution for CrownPoint Group LLC (696 Old Bridge Turnpike). It deemed two subdivision/site plan applications complete for public hearings: De Souza (13 Highland Ave.) and SRED Property, LLC (205 Main St.). The board also recommended the Council adopt Ordinance 2021-13, amending off-street parking rules, with a suggestion to replace the in-lieu fee provision.

• Approved resolution of denial for PB-2021-001 Jose Tavares (unanimous)
• Approved amended resolution for PB-2021-002 CrownPoint Group LLC (5-0)
• Deemed File PB#2021-005 De Souza complete, carried to Sept. 21 hearing (voice vote)
• Deemed File PB#2020-009 SRED Property, LLC complete, carried to Sept. 21 hearing (voice vote)
• Recommended Council adopt Ordinance 2021-13 as consistent with Master Plan (voice vote)
• Acknowledged correspondence for File PB-2020-05 Pondview Village LLC (voice vote)

Mayor & Council

The provided agenda text is limited to a notice of a special meeting for the South River Mayor and Council. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the provided document.

The Borough Council adopted three ordinances: one restricting large commercial vehicle parking in residential zones, and two establishing rules for licensed cannabis facilities (excluding retail) with a 2% tax on grower/manufacturer sales and 1% on wholesaler sales. It also authorized $81,841 in federal grant funds for park improvements and a senior citizen vehicle shelter, and introduced a stop sign ordinance for David Street at Morningside Avenue.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-06 restricting commercial vehicle parking in residential zones (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-07 zoning for licensed cannabis facilities, excluding retail (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-08 establishing cannabis licensing and taxes, excluding retail (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-09 appropriating $81,841 in federal grant funds for park and senior shelter improvements (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-14 adding a stop sign at David Street and Morningside Ave (first reading)

Mayor & Council

This is the agenda for the South River Mayor & Council regular meeting on August 2, 2021. The agenda lists only the meeting date and references four PDF packet documents, with no specific items detailed in the provided text. The meeting is likely to cover routine municipal business, but no concrete decisions or topics are listed here.

The Borough Council adopted a $2,075,000 bond ordinance to fund public works vehicles, police and fire equipment, and road and sewer improvements. Several other ordinances were introduced or carried to a special meeting on August 9, including zoning changes for cannabis facilities and a repeal of the PEP parking ordinance. The council also approved a bucket truck purchase, a new utilities administrative assistant, and a fireworks display permit.

• Adopted Bond Ordinance 2021-10 for $2,075,000 capital improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-11 establishing Fire Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-12 setting Webmaster salary range $1,000-$5,000 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-13 to repeal PEP Parking (unanimous)
• Approved $212,179 bucket truck purchase for Electric Utility (unanimous)
• Appointed Patricia Sapata as Utilities Administrative Assistant (unanimous)
• Approved fireworks display for August 26, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,185,069.93 in bills and claims (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The South River Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to consider several resolutions, completeness hearings, and public hearings. The agenda includes reviews for residential and commercial developments on Main Street, William Street, and Obert Street.

• Public hearing for a bakery at 16 William Street
• Public hearing for mixed-use multifamily units at 60–62 Main Street
• Completeness hearing for mixed-use multifamily units at 38 Obert Street
• Completeness hearing for a single-family home at 7 Joseph Street
• Resolutions regarding 148 Old Bridge Turnpike and 164 Whitehead Avenue

The South River Zoning Board approved a use variance for a custom cake bakery at 16 William Street (ZB-2021-007) with a unanimous vote. The board also adopted resolutions for two prior applications, deemed two new applications complete for public hearings, and carried a mixed-use development application to the August 24 meeting.

• Approved use variance for bakery at 16 William Street (7-0)
• Adopted resolution ZB-2021-004 for Paulo Santos, 148 Old Bridge Turnpike, as amended (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted resolution ZB-2021-005 for Joseph Zargo/WH Venture LLC, 164 Whitehead Avenue (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Deemed ZB-2021-009 (38 Obert Property, LLC) complete, with Freehold Soil Certification condition
• Deemed ZB-2021-010 (Bellie Holdings, LLC) complete for public hearing
• Carried ZB-2021-008 (Main Street, LLC) to August 24, 2021 meeting

Board of Health

The South River Board of Health is holding its regular July meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes approving June minutes, receiving the Registrar's and Health Inspector's reports, and discussing old business items such as the Food Bank ($151,704.43), Animal Control/TNR ($389.52), Event Planning ($67.74), Operation RAM ($1,199.89), and Frost on the Pumpkin ($3,508.40). Public comments and board member comments are also scheduled.

• Food Bank $151,704.43
• Animal Control/TNR $389.52
• Operation RAM $1,199.89
• Frost on the Pumpkin $3,508.40
• Rabies Clinic discussion

The Board of Health approved the June 2021 meeting minutes, the monthly registrar reports, and the health inspector's sanitation report. No new business was discussed, and the board decided to keep meetings virtual. The next meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2021.

• Approved the June 2021 meeting minutes.
• Accepted the monthly registrar reports for June 2021.
• Accepted the health inspector's sanitation report for June 2021.
• Decided to continue holding meetings virtually.
• Scheduled the next meeting for August 17, 2021.

Planning Board

The South River Planning Board is meeting via Zoom to conduct regular business, including approving prior minutes and a resolution for Legacy Church. The board will also consider scheduling a subdivision application and hold public hearings on two carried applications: a two-home subdivision at 24 Whitehead Ave. and a self-storage facility at 696 Old Bridge Turnpike.

• Resolution PB-2021-004 for Legacy Church, Inc. at 264 Whitehead Avenue
• Completeness review of PB#2021-005, De Souza, 13 Highland Avenue, to subdivide into 2 single-family lots
• Public hearing PB-2021-001, Jose Tavares, 24 Whitehead Ave., subdivision and bulk variances for 2 homes in B-1 Zone
• Public hearing PB-2021-002, CrownPoint LLC, 696 Old Bridge Turnpike, site plan for 3-story self-storage facility on 1.97 acres
• In-person meetings to resume August 17, 2021 at Criminal Justice Building, 61 Main St.

The South River Planning Board approved a site plan and bulk variance for CrownPoint LLC to build a 3-story self-storage facility at 696 Old Bridge Turnpike, despite opposition from a neighboring business. The board also denied a subdivision application for two homes at 24 Whitehead Ave. and deemed another subdivision application incomplete.

• Approved PB-2021-002 CrownPoint LLC site plan and bulk variance for 3-story self-storage facility (7-0)
• Denied PB-2021-001 Jose Tavares subdivision and bulk variances for 2 single-family homes at 24 Whitehead Ave. (4-3)
• Deemed PB-2021-005 De Souza subdivision application incomplete, carried to August 17 hearing
• Approved PB-2021-004 Legacy Church resolution as amended (6-0, 1 abstention)

Mayor & Council

The provided agenda for the July 19, 2021, Mayor and Council Special Meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list specific topics for discussion or decision.

The Borough Council accepted Councilman Raymond Eppinger's resignation and appointed Jason Oliveira to fill the vacant seat, with Oliveira taking the oath of office. Councilman Ciulla was re-elected as Council President. The Council also introduced two ordinances on first reading: one establishing a Fire Committee and another setting a salary range for a Webmaster. Several resolutions were adopted, including accepting a $87,634 body-worn camera grant and authorizing participation in the American Rescue Plan Act funds of $1,651,565.12.

• Accepted Councilman Eppinger's resignation (all in favor)
• Appointed Jason Oliveira to fill vacant Council seat (all in favor)
• Re-elected Councilman Ciulla as Council President (5-1, Meira nay)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-11 establishing Fire Committee (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-12 setting Webmaster salary range $1,000-$5,000 (first reading)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-196 accepting $87,634 body-worn camera grant
• Adopted Resolution 2021-197 authorizing participation in ARPA funds of $1,651,565.12
• Adopted Resolution 2021-203 approving bills and claims totaling $872,450.08

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The South River Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting remotely via Zoom to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes, correspondence, and reviewing the completeness of four new development applications. The board will also hold public hearings on two residential construction proposals, one for a three-family home and one for a multi-family building.

• Completeness review: ZB-2021-007 Vaysberg, 16 William Street, bakery construction
• Completeness review: ZB-2021-008 Main Street LLC, 60-62 Main Street, mixed-use multifamily (2-3 floors)
• Completeness review: ZB-2021-009 38 Obert Property LLC, 38 Obert Street, mixed-use multifamily (2-3 floors)
• Public hearing: ZB-2021-004 Paulo Santos, 148 Old Bridge Turnpike, 3-family residential in R-100 zone
• Public hearing: ZB-2021-005 Joseph Zargo/WH Venture LLC, 164 Whitehead Avenue, multi-family residential

The Zoning Board of Adjustment denied the application by Joseph Zargo/WH Venture LLC to construct a 12-unit multifamily residential building at 164 Whitehead Avenue. The motion to deny carried 0-6, with board members citing insufficient information and concerns about density. The board also approved a resolution for a separate application and deemed several other applications complete or incomplete for future hearings.

• Denied File #ZB–2021–005 (Joseph Zargo/WH Venture LLC) for a 12-unit multifamily building at 164 Whitehead Avenue; motion carried 0-6.
• Approved Resolution File #2021–006 (Mavzena Filipiak) by roll call vote; motion carried.
• Deemed File ZB–2021–007 (Vaysburg) complete, contingent on additional information provided ten days before the next hearing.
• Deemed File ZB–2021–008 (Main Street LLC) complete; public hearing scheduled for July 27, 2021.
• Deemed File ZB–2021–009 (38 Obert Property, LLC) incomplete; carried to July 27, 2021 for completeness review.
• Approved File #ZB–2021–004 (Paulo Santos) for a 3-family residence at 148 Old Bridge Turnpike; motion carried 5-1.
• Approved the minutes from the May 25, 2021 meeting.
• Swore in Sandra Adelino as a new board member (alternate 1).

Board of Health

The South River Board of Health is holding its regular June 2021 meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes reviewing the May registrar and health inspector reports, discussing old business items such as the food bank balance and animal control, and planning for the upcoming rabies clinic. The meeting is largely procedural, with no new ordinances or major policy decisions listed.

• Food Bank balance: $151,750.17
• Animal Control/TNR: $489.52; Rabies Clinic scheduled for 6/19/2021
• Event Planning: $67.74
• Operation RAM: $1,199.89
• Frost on the Pumpkin: $3,508.40

The South River Board of Health approved the May 2021 meeting minutes with a correction, accepted the monthly registrar reports for May, and accepted the health inspector's sanitation reports for March, April, and May. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational, with updates on the food bank, animal control, and rabies clinic. The board discussed possibly returning to in-person meetings but took no action.

• Approved May 2021 minutes with a correction (motion by Major, seconded by Lukacs, all in favor)
• Accepted monthly registrar reports for May 2021 (motion by Major, seconded by Kolbik, all in favor)
• Accepted health inspector's sanitation reports for March, April, and May 2021 (motion by Kolbik, seconded by Major, all in favor)

Planning Board

The South River Planning Board will hold its regular June 15, 2021 meeting via Zoom, with public attendance electronic only due to COVID-19. The board will hear three applications: a conditional use variance for a house of worship, a subdivision for two homes, and a site plan for a self-storage facility. It will also review two zoning ordinance amendments regarding off-street parking and general regulations.

• PB-2021-004 Legacy Church, Inc.: conditional use variance and site plan waiver to convert to House of Worship
• PB-2021-001 Jose Tavares: subdivision and bulk variances for 2 single-family homes at 24 Whitehead Avenue (Block 292, Lot 7.02)
• PB-2021-002 CrownPoint LLC: site plan and bulk variance for 3-story self-storage facility at 696 Old Bridge Turnpike (Block 73, Lots 4.02, 4.03, 4.04), carried from May 18
• Ordinance 2021-06: amend off-street parking requirements (Section 350-27(D)(17))
• Ordinance 2021-07: amend general regulations (Section 350-8)

The Board approved PB-2021-004, Legacy Church, Inc.'s application for a conditional use variance and site plan waiver to convert the building at 264 Whitehead Avenue into a House of Worship, with conditions including no exterior changes, no hall rental, and compliance with the deed restriction allowing Borough recreational use of 7,500 sf. The Board also carried two other applications: PB-2021-001 (Jose Tavares) for a subdivision to build two homes was postponed to July 20, 2021, pending review of the Resolution of Subdivision Approval, and PB-2021-002 (Crown Point, LLC) for a self-storage facility was continued to the same date. Additionally, the Board voted to send letters to the Council with its opinions on Ordinance 2021-06 (off-street parking) and Ordinance 2021-07 (cannabis regulations).

• Approved PB-2021-004, Legacy Church, Inc., conditional use variance and site plan waiver for a House of Worship at 264 Whitehead Avenue, with conditions (no exterior changes, no hall rental, comply with deed restriction).
• Carried PB-2021-001, Jose Tavares, subdivision and bulk variance application to July 20, 2021, pending review of the Resolution of Subdivision Approval.
• Carried PB-2021-002, Crown Point, LLC, site plan and bulk variance for a self-storage facility to July 20, 2021.
• Approved minutes of May 18, 2021, as amended.
• Adopted a straw poll to end meetings by 11 pm, with applicants to estimate time remaining at 10:15 pm.
• Instructed Attorney Barlow to draft a letter to Council with the Board's opinion on Ordinance 2021-06 (off-street parking).
• Instructed Attorney Barlow to draft a letter to Council with the Board's recommendations on Ordinance 2021-07 (cannabis).

Mayor & Council

This agenda contains only a reference to the regular meeting packet and a council public note. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the details are in the linked packet.

The South River Mayor and Council introduced two ordinances on first reading: Ordinance 2021-09 authorizing $81,841 in federal grant funds for park improvements and a senior citizen vehicle shelter, and Bond Ordinance 2021-10 appropriating $2,075,000 for various capital improvements, including road work, public works vehicles, police and fire equipment, and sewer improvements. Both ordinances will be considered for final passage at the July 12, 2021 meeting. The Council also approved a consent agenda with resolutions including a utility billing contract with OpSolve LLC, shared services agreements with the Board of Education for Class III police officers and police presence at school events, and the rejection of a proposal from RWJ Barnabas Health for EMS services.

• Introduced Ordinance 2021-09 for $81,841 in federal grant funds for park improvements and senior vehicle shelter (first reading)
• Introduced Bond Ordinance 2021-10 appropriating $2,075,000 for capital improvements, authorizing $1,486,000 in bonds (first reading)
• Awarded 3-year utility billing contract to OpSolve LLC at $1.62 per invoice plus postage
• Approved shared services agreement with Board of Education for Class III police officers in schools (2021-2022)
• Approved shared services agreement with Board of Education for police presence at school events (through June 2023)
• Rejected RWJ Barnabas Health proposal for Basic Life Support EMS services
• Approved electric demand charge relief for not-for-profits and schools for July-September 2021
• Approved bills and claims totaling $712,494.97 plus previously paid claims of $2,601,501.41

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The South River Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom. The board will vote on a resolution for a cat rescue, determine completeness of a multi-family residential application, and hold public hearings on a porch variance and a 3-family home construction. The meeting is open to the public electronically only.

• Resolution for Loving Hands Cat Rescue at 67-69 Whitehead Ave.
• Completeness review for multi-family residential at 164 Whitehead Ave. (WH Venture LLC)
• Public hearing: bulk variance for new porch at 55 Leonardine Ave.
• Public hearing: 3-family residential in R-100 zone at 148 Old Bridge Turnpike

The South River Zoning Board approved a resolution for Loving Hands Cat Rescue at 67-69 Whitehead Ave., approved a bulk variance for Mavzena Filipiak's porch/deck at 55 Leonardine Avenue, and carried the application for a 3-family residential at 148 Old Bridge Turnpike to the June 22, 2021 meeting. The board also deemed complete the application for a multi-family residential at 164 Whitehead Avenue, scheduling it for a June 15, 2021 hearing. Nick Giannakopoulos was nominated and accepted as Vice-Chair.

• Approved resolution for Loving Hands Cat Rescue (5-0)
• Approved bulk variance for porch/deck at 55 Leonardine Ave (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Carried 3-family application at 148 Old Bridge Turnpike to June 22, 2021
• Deemed complete application for multi-family at 164 Whitehead Ave, hearing set for June 15, 2021
• Nominated Nick Giannakopoulos as Vice-Chair (6-0)

Mayor & Council

The provided document is a meeting agenda cover sheet for the South River Mayor and Council regular meeting. The document contains no specific items for discussion or decision.

The Council approved several ordinances and resolutions. Ordinance 2021-05 (handicapped parking) was adopted. Ordinance 2021-06 (zoning) was amended and passed for first reading, with a public hearing set for June 14. Ordinances 2021-07 (zoning) and 2021-08 (cannabis) were passed for first reading, with public hearings moved to July 12. The Council also decided to open Borough buildings to the public on June 1, 2021, and approved a consent agenda of 15 resolutions, including appointing a new Borough Clerk.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-05 amending handicapped parking schedule (unanimous)
• Amended and passed Ordinance 2021-06 (zoning) for first reading; public hearing June 14
• Passed Ordinance 2021-07 (zoning) for first reading; public hearing moved to July 12
• Passed Ordinance 2021-08 (cannabis) for first reading; public hearing moved to July 12
• Decided to open Borough buildings to the public on June 1, 2021
• Approved consent agenda of 15 resolutions, including appointing Susan Minock as Borough Clerk
• Appointed Arthur Londensky as Acting Borough Clerk (Resolution 2021-148)
• Entered executive session (Resolution 2021-164)

Board of Health

The South River Board of Health is holding its regular May 2021 meeting via Zoom. The board will vote on resolutions to appoint Michelle Urbanowicz as secretary and Registrar of Vital Statistics, and will review the registrar's and health inspector's reports for March and April 2021. Old business includes updates on the food bank, animal control, and event planning, while new business seeks volunteers for a second vaccine clinic on June 6, 2021.

• Resolution 2021-5: Appoint Michelle Urbanowicz as board secretary, effective June 1 to Dec 31, 2021
• Resolution 2021-6: Appoint Michelle Urbanowicz as Registrar of Vital Statistics, effective June 1, 2021 to June 2, 2023
• Registrar's report: 2 deaths and 7 births in April 2021; $42 in marriage license fees collected
• Health inspector's report: 17 retail food inspections in March, 14 in April; complaints about garbage, rodents, and unlicensed dogs
• Rabies clinic scheduled for June 19, 2021

The Board of Health approved the April 2021 meeting minutes with a correction and accepted the monthly registrar reports for April 2021. The health inspector's sanitation reports for March and April were held for the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and volunteer coordination.

• Approved April 2021 minutes with correction (all in favor)
• Accepted April 2021 registrar reports (all in favor)
• Held health inspector's sanitation reports for March and April 2021 for next meeting

Planning Board

The South River Planning Board will hold its regular meeting via Zoom. The main item is a public hearing for a site plan and bulk variance application by Crown Point, LLC to build a 3-story self-storage facility at 696 Old Bridge Turnpike. Another application for two single-family homes at 24 Whitehead Avenue will be carried to the next meeting. The board will also approve minutes from the April 20 meeting.

• Public hearing: Crown Point, LLC site plan and bulk variance for 3-story self-storage at 696 Old Bridge Turnpike (Block 73, Lots 4.02, 4.03, 4.04)
• Application PB-2021-001 Tavares for subdivision and bulk variances at 24 Whitehead Avenue carried to June 15
• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2021 meeting

The South River Planning Board held a public hearing for a proposed self-storage facility by Crown Point Group LLC but voted to carry the application to the June 15, 2021 meeting without further notice. The board also carried a subdivision application for two single-family homes at 24 Whitehead Avenue to the same meeting. No resolutions or formal decisions were made; both items were continued.

• Carried PB-2021-001 (Tavares) to June 15, 2021 (all in favor, Jones opposed)
• Carried PB-2021-002 (Crown Point Group LLC) to June 15, 2021 (7-1, Byrne opposed)
• Approved minutes of April 20, 2021 (voice vote, all in favor)

Mayor & Council

This agenda contains only the meeting date and a link to a PDF document; no specific agenda items are listed in the provided text. The meeting is scheduled for May 3, 2021.

• No specific items listed in the provided agenda text

The Mayor and Council adopted the 2021 municipal budget (Res. 2021-130) by unanimous vote after a public hearing with no comments. They also introduced two ordinances on first reading: one to remove a handicapped parking space on Charles Street and another to prohibit trucks and buses over 10,000 pounds from parking in residential zones, including on private property. The truck ordinance passed 4-1 with Councilwoman Meira voting no, and will have a public hearing on May 24, 2021.

• Adopted 2021 Municipal Budget (Res. 2021-130) unanimously
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-06 banning trucks/buses over 10,000 lbs from residential parking (4-1, Meira no)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-05 to remove a handicapped parking space on Charles Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-04 adding a handicapped parking space on Levinson Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including police dispatcher appointment, liquor license renewals, and $1.96M in bills (unanimous with abstentions)
• Approved $1,396,096 school requisition for operating expenses
• Authorized shared services agreement with South River Board of Education (2021-2026)
• Approved transfer of Pedro Marques from Electric Department to DPW

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The South River Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold its regular meeting via Zoom, with formal action possible. The agenda includes a public hearing on a use variance for a cat shelter, completeness reviews for three residential applications, and a resolution for a prior application. The meeting is open to the public electronically only.

• Public hearing: Use variance for Loving Hands Cat Rescue at 67-69 Whitehead Ave.
• Completeness review: 3-family residential at 148 Old Bridge Turnpike (Paulo Santos)
• Completeness review: Multi-family residential at 164 Whitehead Ave. (Joseph Zargo/WH Venture LLC)
• Completeness review: Bulk variance for new porch at 55 Leonardine Ave. (Mavzena Filipiak)
• Resolution: File #ZB2020-13, 355 Route 9 LLC

The South River Zoning Board approved a conditional use permit for Loving Hands Cat Rescue at 67-69 Whitehead Avenue, allowing up to 7-9 cats, with a 5-1 vote (Trygar opposed). The board also deemed complete the applications for Paulo Santos (148 Old Bridge Turnpike) and Mavzena Filipiak (55 Leonardine Avenue), while carrying the completeness hearing for Joseph Zargo/WH Venture LLC (164 Whitehead Avenue) to the May 25 meeting. The board approved the minutes from March 23, 2021, and allowed the cat rescue to begin operations before the resolution is memorialized.

• Approved ZB-2021-002 Loving Hands Cat Rescue conditional use (5-1, Trygar opposed)
• Allowed Loving Hands Cat Rescue to begin operations prior to resolution memorialization
• Deemed ZB-2021-004 Paulo Santos application complete (5-1, Trygar opposed)
• Deemed ZB-2021-006 Mavzena Filipiak application complete (unanimous)
• Carried ZB-2021-005 Joseph Zargo/WH Venture LLC completeness hearing to May 25
• Approved minutes of March 23, 2021 (unanimous)

Board of Health

The South River Board of Health is holding its regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of minutes, reports from the registrar and health inspector, and updates on old business items such as the food bank, animal control, event planning, Operation RAM, and Frost on the Pumpkin. No new business or public comments are listed.

• Food Bank: $149,485.01
• Animal Control/TNR: $489.52
• Event Planning: $167.74
• Operation RAM: $1,199.89
• Frost on the Pumpkin: $3,508.40

The South River Board of Health approved the March 2021 meeting minutes with corrections and accepted the monthly registrar reports. The health inspector's sanitation reports were held for the next meeting. Old business updates covered food bank operations, animal control, and a vaccine clinic that is on hold. No new business was discussed.

• Approved March 2021 minutes with corrections (all in favor)
• Accepted monthly registrar reports for March 2021 (all in favor)
• Held health inspector's sanitation reports for next meeting

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will introduce the 2021 Municipal Budget and consider several resolutions. Key items include a contract for a Master Plan re-examination and funding recommendations for park improvements.

• Introduction of the 2021 Municipal Budget
• Contract for Master Plan Re-Examination with Bignell Planning Consultants not to exceed $14,900.00
• CDBG funding recommendation of $70,765.00 for Daleys Pond Park improvements
• CDBG funding recommendation of $11,076.00 for ADA/Sidewalk improvements at Grekoski Park
• Contract award to Tropical Cleaning Services for 2021 Janitorial Services

Planning Board

The South River Planning Board will hold its regular March meeting via Zoom, with no public hearings scheduled. The board is set to vote on resolutions including the appointment of a Planning Board Secretary and the adoption of the Master Plan Re-examination Report. Two applications will be reviewed for completeness: a major subdivision at 24 Whitehead Avenue and a site plan for a self-storage facility on Old Bridge Turnpike.

• Resolution 2021-009: Adoption of Master Plan Re-examination Report
• Resolution 2021-008: Appointment of Planning Board Secretary
• PB2021-001: Preliminary and Final Major Subdivision for 2 single-family homes at 24 Whitehead Avenue (Block 292, Lot 7.02)
• PB2021-002: Preliminary and Final Site Plan and Variances for self-storage facility on Old Bridge Turnpike (Block 73, Lots 4.02, 4.03, 4.04)

The Planning Board adopted Resolution #2021-008 appointing Julie Moy as Planning Board Secretary, effective March 22, 2021, and Resolution #2021-009 adopting the Master Plan Re-Examination Report. The board also deemed two site plan applications complete and scheduled them for public hearings on April 20, 2021. No public hearings were held at this meeting.

• Adopted Resolution #2021-008 appointing Julie Moy as Planning Board Secretary (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #2021-009 Master Plan Re-Examination Report (unanimous)
• Deemed PB2021-002 (Old Bridge Turnpike self-storage facility) complete, scheduled for April 20, 2021 public hearing
• Deemed PB2021-001 (24 Whitehead Avenue subdivision) complete, scheduled for April 20, 2021 public hearing
• Approved February 16, 2021 meeting minutes as amended

Board of Health

The South River Board of Health is holding its regular March 2021 meeting via Zoom. They will review minutes, registrar and sanitation reports, and discuss old business items including the food bank, animal control, and event planning. The agenda includes public comments and board member comments.

• Food Bank balance $146,006.83
• Animal Control/TNR balance $489.52
• Event Planning balance $167.74
• Operation RAM balance $1,199.89
• Frost on the Pumpkin balance $3,508.40

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will discuss the 2021 budget funding and hold a second reading for an ordinance amending stormwater management and site plan review codes. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding South River Police Department personnel.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2021-03 amending Chapter 295 (Stormwater Management)
• Discussion of 2021 Budget Funding
• Final payment and Change Order #1 for George St FH Bld Demo and Remediation
• Authorization of CME for Stormwater Planning and Engineering Review
• Appointment of Administrative Assistant and permanent status for Police Officer Rader

Planning Board

The South River Planning Board will hold its regular February meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19. The main business is a completeness review of a preliminary and final major subdivision application for two single-family homes at 24 Whitehead Avenue. The board will also hold a public hearing on the Master Plan Reexamination. No resolutions or other applications are scheduled.

• Completeness review of application 2021-001 for a major subdivision at 24 Whitehead Avenue (Block 292, Lot 7.02) to build two single-family homes
• Public hearing on the Master Plan Reexamination
• Meeting held via Zoom; public cannot attend in person due to COVID-19

The Planning Board adopted a resolution affirming Planner Todd Bletcher's Master Plan Reexamination report and approved drafting a resolution to send it to the Mayor and Council. The board also carried over a preliminary and final major subdivision application for 2 single-family homes at 24 Whitehead Avenue to the March 16, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and discussion-focused.

• Adopted Master Plan Reexamination report and approved drafting resolution to Mayor and Council (7-0-1)
• Carried over completeness review for 24 Whitehead Avenue subdivision application to 3/16/21 meeting (voice vote)

Board of Health

The South River Board of Health is holding its regular February meeting via Zoom. The board will elect a president and vice president, adopt its rules and 2021 meeting schedule, and designate the official newspaper. It will also review minutes and reports from 2020 and January 2021, and discuss old business items including the food bank, animal control, and event planning.

• Election of President and Vice President
• Adoption of Rules and Regulations for 2021 (Res:2021-2)
• Adoption of 2021 meeting schedule (Res:2021-3)
• Designation of Home News-Tribune as official newspaper (Res:2021-4)
• Food Bank balance $145,386.57; Animal Control/TNR $489.52

The Board of Health held its regular February 16, 2021 meeting via Zoom, electing Allison Steffaro as President and Beth Lukacs as Vice-President. The board adopted resolutions appointing Debra A. Jones as secretary, re-adopting the board's Rules and Regulations and By Laws for 2021, approving the 2021 meeting schedule, and designating the Home News-Tribune as the official newspaper. The board also approved minutes and registrar reports, but held the health inspector's sanitation reports for the next meeting.

• Elected Allison Steffaro as President (7-0)
• Elected Beth Lukacs as Vice-President (7-0)
• Appointed Debra A. Jones as secretary for 2021 (7-0)
• Re-adopted Rules and Regulations and By Laws for 2021 (7-0)
• Adopted 2021 meeting schedule (7-0)
• Designated Home News-Tribune as official newspaper for 2021 (7-0)
• Approved minutes for Feb-Oct 2020 and Jan 2021 (7-0)
• Approved registrar reports for Feb-Dec 2020 and Jan 2021 (7-0)

Mayor & Council

The South River Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance to raise the 2021 municipal budget appropriation limit by 3.5%, adding $454,530.27, and to establish a cap bank for future years. They will also introduce an ordinance amending the Borough Code's stormwater management chapter to align with state rules. The agenda includes several consent resolutions, such as approving contracts and a liquor license transfer.

• Final vote on Ordinance 2021-02: exceed budget cap by 3.5% ($454,530.27) for CY 2021
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-03: amend Chapter 295 (Subdivision and Site Plan Review; Stormwater Management)
• Approve contract for architect services
• Approve contract for Byram Labs
• Approve place-to-place liquor license transfer for South River Spirits N More

The South River Mayor and Council adopted Ordinance 2021-02, allowing the 2021 municipal budget to increase by up to 3.5% over the previous year's appropriations, an amount of $454,530.27, and to establish a cap bank for unused increases. The council also introduced Ordinance 2021-03, which amends the borough code's stormwater management regulations for major developments, with a public hearing scheduled for March 1, 2021. Several routine resolutions were approved via consent agenda, including contracts for architectural and meter system support services, a liquor license transfer, and payment of bills.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-02, increasing CY 2021 budget cap by 3.5% ($454,530.27) (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-03, amending stormwater management code (6-0)
• Approved $8,900 contract with Mitchell Associates Architects for architectural services
• Approved $45,000 contract with Byram Laboratories for Energy Axis meter system support, rescinding Resolution 2021-47
• Approved transfer of Plenary Retail Distribution License to 710 Old Bridge Turnpike
• Released performance bond for 8 Williams Street project, subject to $3,414.60 maintenance bond
• Approved utility refunds totaling $849.13 to various consumers
• Approved payment of bills totaling $2,236,917.10 and previously paid claims of $534,591.92

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The South River Zoning Board of Adjustment held a reorganization meeting to appoint professional staff and establish the 2021 meeting schedule. The board also reviewed previous applications regarding property variances and addressed an appeal of a zoning official's interpretation.

• Appointment of James J. Kinneally II as Board Attorney for 2021
• Appointment of Bruce Koch (CME Associates) as Consulting Engineer for 2021
• Appointment of Todd Bletcher (Bignell Planning Consultants, Inc.) as Consulting Planner for 2021
• Designation of Home News Tribune as the official newspaper for notices
• Public hearing regarding an appeal of zoning interpretation for 355 Route 9 LLC

The South River Zoning Board of Adjustment held its 2021 reorganization and regular meeting, electing Robert Bodak as Chairman and Frank Demonico as Vice Chairman. The board approved two variance applications: one for a new two-story home at 132 Prospect Street and another for a property at 8 William Street, with conditions. A public hearing for an appeal by 355 Route 9 LLC was carried over to the February 23 meeting.

• Elected Robert Bodak as 2021 Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Frank Demonico as 2021 Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda Resolutions 2021-01 through 2021-03 and 2021-05 through 2021-06 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 15, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved bulk variances for Lucas Grzech at 132 Prospect Street (unanimous)
• Approved variances for Walfilda DeJesus at 8 William Street, restricted to property line (6-0, two absent)
• Carried over Docket ZB2020-13 (355 Route 9 LLC appeal) to 2/23/21 meeting (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The South River Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a zoning ordinance amendment (2021-01) and first reading of a budget cap bank ordinance (2020-02). They will also discuss adopting the NJ DEP model stormwater ordinance, which sets new rules for major developments, and will vote on several resolutions including appointments, contracts, and fee waivers.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-01 amending Chapter 350 (Zoning)
• First reading of Ordinance 2020-02 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank for 2021
• Resolution 67: Appoint Bernard Mackiel to Sergeant in the South River Police Department
• Resolution 68: Award contract for engineering services to Kleinfelder for water system hydraulic model
• Resolution 66: Waive late pet licensing fees for 2021

Planning Board

The South River Planning Board holds its 2021 reorganization and regular meeting via Zoom, electing officers and appointing the board attorney, engineer, planner, and secretary by resolution. The board will also review a proposed zoning ordinance amendment defining 'retail' and discuss a Master Plan reexamination, with no public hearings on applications scheduled.

• Resolution 2021-01 appoints Thomas Barlow as Board Attorney
• Resolution 2021-02 appoints Bruce Koch as Consulting Engineer
• Resolution 2021-03 appoints Todd Bletcher as Consulting Planner
• Ordinance 2021-1 amends zoning code to add definition of 'retail'
• Master Plan Reexamination discussion

The South River Planning Board approved a preliminary and final major site plan for Unique Building Ideas, Inc. to clear two lots and construct a new single-family dwelling at 10 Eastern Street (Block 42, Lots 3 and 4.01). The approval includes conditions such as installing a new sanitary sewer line, obtaining necessary permits, and entering into a developer's agreement. The board also reorganized for 2021, electing Donna Farren as Chair and Cynthia Urbanik as Vice Chair, and approved several routine resolutions and the December 15, 2020 minutes.

• Approved preliminary and final major site plan for Unique Building Ideas, Inc. (Block 42, Lots 3 and 4.01) with conditions (unanimous)
• Elected Donna Farren as Planning Board Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Cynthia Urbanik as Vice Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolutions 01-2021 through 03-2021 and 05-2021 via consent agenda (unanimous)
• Amended Resolution 06-2021 to change meeting date from 12/21/21 to 12/14/21 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 06-2021 as amended (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 15, 2020 (unanimous, with one abstention)
• Found proposed ordinance change to 'retail' definition consistent with Master Plan (7-1-1)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will consider several consent resolutions, including awarding a $43,000 contract for architectural services related to municipal roof repairs. The agenda also includes authorizing a fuel pump replacement, purchasing a fire truck, and appointing a program coordinator. No ordinances are scheduled for first or second reading.

• Award $43,000 contract to Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates for roof repair architectural services
• Authorize fuel pump replacement via state contract
• Authorize purchase of fire truck via state contract
• Appoint Stephanie Chando as Program Coordinator with Office on Aging
• Approve utility consumer refunds

Mayor & Council

The South River Mayor and Borough Council is holding its annual organizational meeting to swear in newly elected councilmembers James Gurchensky and Julie Meira, elect a Council President, and make numerous appointments to boards and commissions. The council will also adopt a series of organizational resolutions, including the 2021 meeting schedule, temporary budget, and appointments of professionals like the Borough Attorney and Engineer. A zoning ordinance amendment (ORD 2021-1) will receive first reading.

• Oath of office for Councilmembers James Gurchensky and Julie Meira
• Appointments to Environmental/Shade Tree, Human Relations, Planning Board, and other commissions
• Adoption of 2021 Temporary Budget and Cash Management Plan
• Appointment of Borough Attorney, Engineer, Auditor, and other professionals
• First reading of ORD 2021-1 amending Chapter 350 Zoning

The South River Mayor and Council held its annual organizational meeting, swearing in new members James Gurchensky and Julie Meira, and electing Raymond Eppinger as Council President. The Council adopted a series of organizational resolutions, including a temporary 2021 budget totaling $4,292,797 for the current fund, along with utility appropriations, and approved numerous appointments to boards and commissions. Professional service contracts for the year were awarded to firms for roles including Borough Attorney, Engineer, Auditor, and others. The Council also passed Ordinance 2021-1 on first reading, which would add a definition of 'retail' to the zoning code.

• Swore in Councilman James Gurchensky and Councilwoman Julie Meira (unanimous)
• Elected Raymond Eppinger as Council President (unanimous)
• Adopted temporary 2021 budget: $4,292,797 current fund, $935,000 water, $3,700,000 electric, $12,600 parking utility
• Approved 2021 meeting schedule and official holiday schedule
• Awarded professional service contracts for 2021, including Borough Attorney (Andrea Wyatt, $100,000), Engineer (David Samuel, $25,000), and Auditor (Gerald Stankiewicz, $85,000)
• Appointed Matthew J. McCann as Probationary Police Officer, effective Jan 4, 2021
• Appointed Arthur Londensky as Construction Official, effective Jan 1, 2021
• Passed Ordinance 2021-1 (adding 'retail' definition to zoning code) on first reading; public hearing set for Jan 25, 2021