Tenafly, New Jersey

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a site plan for 33 Engle Street. The board will also administer the oath of office for a first alternate member.

• Public hearing for PB# 1-26-07, Site Plan at 33 Engle Street (Block 2006, Lot 7) by 33 Engle LLC
• Oath of office for Joan Toro, 1st Alternate

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on four ordinances, including two bond ordinances for infrastructure and equipment. The body will also consider a consent agenda featuring various contracts, grants, and liquor license renewals.

• Ordinance 26-18: $1,000,000 bond for Transportation and Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project planning and design
• Ordinance 26-21: $600,000 bond for a new sewer jetter/vacuum machine
• Ordinance 26-20: Amendment to police officer salary, wage, or compensation for 2023-2026
• Resolution R26-268: FY2027 NJDOT Municipal Aid Grant application for Churchill Road resurfacing
• Resolution R26-279: Rejection of bids and request for new bids for Mahan Street and West Mahan Street roadway connection

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will meet to approve the April 9, 2026 minutes and hold an informal discussion regarding 76 Magnolia Avenue.

• Informal discussion regarding 76 Magnolia Avenue

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board public meeting scheduled for July 8, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were presented, so the board will not make any decisions or discuss proposals at this meeting. The next regular public meeting is set for Wednesday, July 22, 2026.

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a resolution to permit a 25‑foot recreational vehicle to park on the side yard of 14 Walnut Drive (ZB-2026-05). It will also review an application for a two‑story rear addition, a one‑story front addition, driveway reconstruction, rear patio and interior renovations at 47 Norman Place (ZB-2026-07). A third application proposes an in‑ground swimming pool and spa at 397 Knickerbocker Road (ZB-2026-04).

• RV parking request for 14 Walnut Drive (ZB-2026-05)
• Two‑story rear addition, front addition, driveway rebuild, patio and interior work at 47 Norman Place (ZB-2026-07)
• In‑ground swimming pool and spa proposal at 397 Knickerbocker Road (ZB-2026-04)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will consider three ordinances, including a bond for public works equipment and police department amendments. The body will also vote on the appointment of a Chief and Deputy Chief of Police.

• Ordinance 26-21: $600,000 bond for a new sewer jetter/vacuum machine
• Ordinance 26-20: Amendment to police officer salary, wage, or compensation for 2023-2026
• Ordinance 26-19: Amendment to Borough administration regarding police, ambulance, and fire departments
• Resolution R26-259: Appointment of Chief of Police
• Resolution R26-260: Appointment of Deputy Chief of Police

Board of Health

The Tenafly Board of Health will certify compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, approve the minutes from its March 26, 2026 meeting, and consider new business concerning vaccination clinics for municipal employees and senior residents. Staff reports will also be presented before the meeting adjourns.

• Approval of minutes from the March 26, 2026 Board of Health meeting
• Discussion of vaccination clinics for employees and seniors

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board will formally record (memorialize) its prior approval of three projects: a site plan with variances for 7‑9 & 11 West Railroad Avenue, a minor subdivision at 161 Jefferson Avenue, and a site plan and soil‑moving permit for 188 Knickerbocker Road. Each item lists the applicant and the board members eligible to vote. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call and oath of office.

• Memorialization of PB#1-26-01: site plan with variances for 7‑9 & 11 W. Railroad Ave (applicants SCSM, LLC and 11 Railroad Ave LLC)
• Memorialization of PB#1-25-13: minor subdivision at 161 Jefferson Ave (applicant Ofer Shapria)
• Memorialization of PB#1-25-06: site plan & soil moving permit for 188 Knickerbocker Rd (applicant Knickerbocker Country Club)

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will vote on a bond ordinance authorizing $1,000,000 for the planning and design phase of a transportation and pedestrian safety improvement project. They will also hear an amendment to the borough's solid‑waste ordinance adding a new dumpster provision for multifamily and non‑residential structures. A consent agenda contains multiple routine resolutions, and a closed‑session will discuss real‑property redevelopment and acquisition matters.

• Ordinance No. 26‑18: Bond ordinance to appropriate $1,000,000 for transportation and pedestrian safety improvement project planning and design.
• Ordinance No. 26‑17: Amendment to Chapter 19 solid‑waste management adding a section on dumpsters at multifamily and non‑residential structures.
• Consent agenda resolutions approving expenditures, refunds, snow‑plowing agreement, liquor‑license renewal, outdoor seating approval, and other routine items.
• Public hearing scheduled for the two ordinances (26‑18 and 26‑17).
• Closed‑session discussion of a real‑property redevelopment agreement update and property acquisition/negotiation.

The Tenafly Council unanimously approved Ordinance 26‑18, authorizing a $1,000,000 bond to fund the planning and design phase of a transportation and pedestrian safety improvement project. The council also approved Ordinance 26‑17, amending the solid‑waste code to add dumpsters at multifamily and non‑residential structures. The entire Consent Agenda, which included numerous expenditure and refund resolutions, was approved, and the meeting minutes from June 9, 2026 were adopted. A previously proposed dog‑rules resolution (R26‑253) was removed from the agenda.

• Approved Ordinance 26‑18 authorizing $1,000,000 bond for transportation and pedestrian safety (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 26‑17 amending solid‑waste management to add dumpsters (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda covering multiple expenditure, refund, and agreement resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved Minutes of June 9, 2026 Mayor and Council Meeting (unanimous)
• Removed Resolution R26‑253 – Adopt Rules and Regulations – Dog Rules at Block 2802 Lot 5
• Motion to adjourn the public meeting carried unanimously

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will meet to receive reports from the DPW, Borough, Planning Board, and High School. The body will discuss updates regarding Davis Johnson Park and a proposed Community Night.

• Report on Davis Johnson Park
• Discussion of Community Night

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board public meeting scheduled for June 10, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision. The next regular public meeting is set for Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will discuss several items, including a submission on municipal open space, a streetscape project on W. Railroad Ave. and Washington St., and a social media policy. A new ordinance (No. 26‑17) amending Chapter 19 on solid waste management to add a section on dumpsters at multi‑family and non‑residential structures will be introduced for first reading. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with multiple resolutions covering expenditures, refunds, equipment purchases, grant applications, tax billing, liquor license renewals, and adoption of the social media policy.

• Ordinance No. 26‑17: Amend solid waste management chapter to add dumpster rules for multi‑family/non‑residential structures
• Streetscape Project – W. Railroad Ave. and Washington St.
• Resolution R26‑228: Purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe under Bergen County Cooperative Pricing System #206BCPS
• Resolution R26‑235: Renewal of liquor licenses for 2026‑2027
• Resolution R26‑237: Adoption of Social Media Policy

The Tenafly Mayor and Council introduced and passed Ordinance No. 26‑17, amending Chapter 19 of the borough’s solid‑waste code to add a new section on dumpsters at multifamily and non‑residential structures. The council also approved the full consent agenda, which included the adoption of a Social Media Policy and several expenditure and grant authorizations. Both actions were approved unanimously by the five members present.

• Ordinance No. 26‑17 (solid‑waste amendment) passed first reading – all present ayes (5‑0)
• Consent agenda approved – all present ayes (5‑0)
• Resolution R26‑237 – Adopt Social Media Policy – approved with consent agenda
• Resolution R26‑236 – Authorize binding referendum for Municipal Open Space Tax – approved
• Resolution R26‑220 through R26‑235 – Various expenditure, refund, and grant authorizations – approved
• Minutes of May 5 and May 19, 2026 meetings approved – all present ayes (5‑0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve the minutes from its April 9, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes updates from the Council Liaison and a period for public comment.

• Approval of April 9, 2026 minutes
• Updates from Council Liaison
• Public comment period

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review two proposed site plan modifications. The board will consider a request for a circular driveway at 140 Woodland Street and a request to park a recreational vehicle at 14 Walnut Drive.

• Review circular driveway proposal at 140 Woodland Street
• Review RV parking request at 14 Walnut Drive
• Approve minutes from May 4, 2026 meeting

The Board approved the minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting by voice vote. It approved a circular‑driveway variance for Leroy Nickles at 140 Woodland Street with a 4‑0 vote. It denied the RV‑parking variance for Shllomi Ezra at 14 Walnut Drive by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved minutes of May 4, 2026 meeting (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved circular driveway variance for Leroy Nickles, 140 Woodland St (4‑0)
• Denied RV parking variance for Shllomi Ezra, 14 Walnut Drive (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will meet on May 29, 2026. The agenda includes a flag salute, roll call, and public comments. The council will consider Resolution R26-219 to confirm the appointment of Scarinci Hollenbeck for legal services. No other actions are listed.

• Resolution R26-219 – Confirmation of appointment for legal services (Scarinci Hollenbeck)

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board will hold public hearings on three development applications. The first is a minor subdivision at 161 Jefferson Avenue (PB#1-25-13) submitted by Ofer Shapria. The second is a site plan with variances for 71 County Road (PB#1-25-01) by Shairco New Jersey LLC. The third is a site plan and soil‑moving permit for 188 Knickerbocker Road (PB#1-25-06) by Knickerbocker Country Club.

• PB#1-25-13 – Minor Subdivision, 161 Jefferson Avenue, applicant Ofer Shapria
• PB#1-25-01 – Site Plan with Variances, 71 County Road, applicant Shairco New Jersey LLC
• PB#1-25-06 – Site Plan & Soil Moving Permit, 188 Knickerbocker Road, applicant Knickerbocker Country Club

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will discuss signage placements on Rt. 9W and E. Clinton and adopt a new social media policy. They will vote on a consent agenda that includes approvals for expenditures, refunds, escrow releases, contracts, and professional services, notably engineering services for the West Clinton Avenue Improvements Project. A closed‑session will address a redevelopment agreement update, a property acquisition, and leasing of borough property.

• Resolution R26-214 – Authorize professional engineering services for West Clinton Avenue Improvements Project
• Resolution R26-208 – Authorize refunds for the Recreation Trust
• Resolution R26-209 – Authorize engineering escrow refund for 108 County Road
• Resolution R26-217 – Award contract for LED A/V wall unit
• Consideration of signs on Rt. 9W and E. Clinton

Welcome Committee

The committee approved the April meeting minutes. It discussed outreach to new volunteers and planning for the September 9 New Residents event. March minutes were posted online and postcards were mailed to 22 April new residents.

• Approved April meeting minutes

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review the ongoing Trash a Thon project and consider plans for the Community Garden’s 10‑year celebration on May 17. Reports from the Department of Public Works, borough officials, the Planning Board, Davis Johnson Park, and the High School will be presented.

• Trash a Thon (old business)
• Community Garden 10‑year celebration on May 17 (new business)

The Environmental Commission accepted the minutes from the April 23 meeting. The Planning Board reported that it approved the application for apartments on West Railroad Avenue, located over the former movie theater and adjacent buildings. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Accepted minutes of April 23, 2026 (no vote tally provided)
• Planning Board approved West Railroad Ave apartment application (no vote tally provided)

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board will hold a special public meeting to continue a public hearing regarding a site plan with variance. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings.

• Continuation of public hearing for PB#1-26-01: Site Plan with Variance for 6, 7-9 and 11 W. Railroad Avenue (Block 1011, Lots 18, 17 & 15) submitted by SCSM, LLC and 11 Railroad Ave

Library Board of Trustees

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting. It also unanimously approved the library’s April 2026 financial statements. The Board decided that trustees Nicole Motz, Yelena Meytes and Director Julie Marallo will meet with staff to finalize a list of “must‑haves” for a proposed new five‑story library building. The meeting was adjourned at 8:01 p.m.

• Approved minutes of April 13, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved April 2026 financial statements (unanimous)
• Assigned Nicole Motz, Yelena Meytes, and Director Julie Marallo to meet with staff and finalize “must‑haves” for proposed new library
• Adjourned meeting at 8:01 p.m. (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness application for 173 Serpentine Road, Block 1802, Lot 9, submitted by Conrad J. Roncati. The commission will also consider the supplemental documentation for a previously conditionally approved application at 89 Highwood Avenue, Block 1602, Lot 14. A closed‑session meeting will address attorney‑client privilege matters and ordinance interpretation. The meeting concludes with public comment.

• Public hearing: Certificate of Appropriateness for 173 Serpentine Road (Block 1802, Lot 9)
• Review of supplemental documentation for 89 Highwood Avenue (Block 1602, Lot 14)
• Closed session: attorney‑client privilege and ordinance interpretation

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will review the 2026 Budget Overview and hold a public hearing on the 2026 Local Municipal Budget before voting to adopt it. They will also consider a consent agenda that includes approvals for expenditures, refunds, outdoor seating applications, vendor licenses, and several contracts. A closed‑session will address contract negotiations for a redevelopment agreement.

• Resolution R26-189 – Adopt 2026 Local Municipal Budget
• Resolution R26-190 – Approve Expenditures as of April 29, 2026
• Resolution R26-199 – Authorize Purchase of Private Fiber for Public Safety Communication
• Resolution R26-204 – Approve Contract – 2025 Riverside Cooperative Road Spring Improvement Program
• Resolution R26-205 – Award Contract – Amphitheater Sitework

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a request from Leroy Nickles. The applicant is seeking approval for a circular driveway at 140 Woodland Street.

• Application ZB-2026-03 for 140 Woodland Street: proposal for a circular driveway
• Request to increase impervious coverage from 25.3% to 28.6% (25% maximum allowed)

The Board approved the minutes from the April 6, 2026 meeting by unanimous voice vote. It then moved the session to Executive Session, also by unanimous voice vote. The Board approved Leroy Nickles' circular driveway variance on the condition that the existing driveway entrance be moved 15 feet from the property line, with a 6‑0 roll‑call vote. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved April 6, 2026 minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Moved meeting to Executive Session (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved Leroy Nickles driveway variance, requiring entrance moved 15 ft from property line (6‑0 vote)
• Adjourned the public meeting (voice vote, unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will meet to receive updates from the DPW, Borough, and Planning Board. The body will also discuss Davis Johnson Park and the High School. Old business includes the Trash-A-Thon.

• DPW report from Pat Mason
• Borough report from Julie O’Connor
• Planning Board report from Jon Warms
• Davis Johnson Park update from Clara Purdy
• Trash-A-Thon discussion

The commission accepted the March 19 minutes and received updates on tree planting, recycling costs, and upcoming community events. Members discussed the Trash‑a‑Thon rescheduling, deer‑management grant, and concerns about tree removal at Knickerbocker Country Club. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board will continue a public hearing on a site plan with variances for Shairco New Jersey LLC at 71 County Road, Block 1006, Lots 1‑3. The board will also hear a site plan and soil‑moving permit for Knickerbocker Country Club at 188 Knickerbocker Road, Block 503, Lot 1, and a site plan with variance for SCSM, LLC at 6‑11 W. Railroad Avenue, Block 1011, Lots 15‑18. Minutes from the February 22 and March 11 meetings will be approved.

• Continuation of public hearing: PB#1-25-01 site plan with variances, 71 County Road, Lots 1‑3, applicant Shairco New Jersey LLC
• Continuation of public hearing: PB#1-25-06 site plan & soil moving permit, 188 Knickerbocker Road, Lot 1, applicant Knickerbocker Country Club
• Public hearing: PB#1-26-01 site plan with variance, 6‑11 W. Railroad Avenue, Lots 15‑18, applicant SCSM, LLC

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on three ordinances, including a bond ordinance to appropriate $4,089,950 for various public improvements and equipment. They will also consider a budget amendment and several resolutions authorizing refunds, contracts, and other expenditures. The meeting includes routine items such as a flag salute, roll call, and approval of prior minutes.

• Ordinance No. 24-16 – Bond ordinance to appropriate $4,089,950 for public improvements and equipment
• Ordinance No. 26-15 – Ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Resolution R26-180 – Amend Temporary Budget 2026
• Resolution R26-181 – Authorize execution of contract for administrative housing agent
• Resolution R26-184 – Authorize competitive contracting for police outside‑duty scheduling services

The Tenafly Mayor and Council formally proclaimed April 24, 2026 as Arbor Day. The Department of Public Works will stripe the East Clinton crosswalk and the Police Department will install the required flags, as announced by the Borough Administrator.

• Adopted Arbor Day proclamation for April 24, 2026
• Authorized DPW to stripe East Clinton crosswalk
• Authorized Police Department to install crosswalk flags

Welcome Committee

The committee approved the March meeting minutes. It also approved adding additional desserts for the La Promenade event. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Approved adding additional desserts for La Promenade

Library Board of Trustees

The Board approved the minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting and unanimously approved the March 2026 financial statements. The Board decided to compile and present a list of pressing concerns and required safety and accessibility features to the Tenafly Mayor and Council regarding the proposed relocation of the library. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 9, 2026 Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2026 financial statements (unanimous)
• Decided to present concerns and "must haves" for library relocation to Mayor and Council

Historic Preservation Commission

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness application for 60 Elm Street submitted by EverClear Pools & Spas. The commission will also approve the minutes from meetings held on December 4, 2025; January 8, 2026; February 5, 2026; and March 5, 2026. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approve December 4, 2025 minutes
• Approve January 8, 2026 minutes
• Approve February 5, 2026 minutes
• Approve March 5, 2026 minutes
• Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness for 60 Elm Street (EverClear Pools & Spas)

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board cancelled its scheduled April 8, 2026 work session. The next meeting is set for April 22, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for April 22, 2026

The Planning Board work session scheduled for April 8, 2026 was cancelled. No substantive actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will consider a bond ordinance to fund various public improvements, vehicles, and IT equipment. The body will also discuss e-bike legislative updates and the Davis Johnson Park Café. Other items include a temporary capital budget and several municipal refunds.

• Ordinance No. 26-16: Bond for public improvements and equipment totaling $4,089,950
• Resolution R26-172: Award bid for Downtown Outdoor Dining Area
• Resolution R26-170: Purchase playground equipment for the Municipal Pool
• Resolution R26-168: Solar panel permit refund for 43 Grove Street
• Resolution R26-171: Engineering escrow refund for 108 Serpentine Road

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment will review three applications. The first seeks a d(1) and d(2) variance to subdivide lot 6 at 45 Magnolia Avenue and expand the Honda dealership parking area. The second requests a front‑yard fence at 129 Highwood Avenue that exceeds the 4‑foot height limit. The third proposes a second‑floor addition to a home at 66 Dean Drive, with rear and side yard setbacks below the required minimums. No new business will be heard.

• D & C Honda – variance for subdivision and parking expansion at 45 Magnolia Ave (non‑conforming R‑9 and B‑2 uses)
• Joyce Hamrah – fence height request (6' or 8') at 129 Highwood Ave, exceeding 4' limit
• Haoran Hu d/b/a 66 Dean Drive LLC – second‑floor addition at 66 Dean Drive, rear yard 15.4' (min 30') and side yard 7.6' (min 10')

The Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from the February 2, 2026 meeting by voice vote. It approved a subdivision of 45 Magnolia Avenue to expand the Honda dealership parking area (4‑0). It denied a fence application at 129 Highwood Avenue (3‑0). It approved a second‑floor addition at 66 Dean Drive (5‑0).

• Approved minutes of Feb 2, 2026 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved subdivision of 45 Magnolia Ave for Honda parking expansion (4-0)
• Denied fence application at 129 Highwood Ave (3-0)
• Approved second-floor addition at 66 Dean Drive (5-0)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will introduce the 2026 Municipal Budget and schedule a public hearing for May 5, 2026. The body will also consider an amended redevelopment plan for 123-145 Dean Drive.

• Resolution R26-164: Introduction of 2026 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance No. 26-14: Adopting the 123-145 Dean Drive Amended Redevelopment Plan
• Ordinance No. 26-15: Exceeding municipal budget appropriation limits and establishing a cap bank
• Proclamation recognizing Mary Patino

Board of Health

The Tenafly Board of Health will open the meeting with a compliance reading, then approve the minutes from November 13, 2025 and January 22, 2026. Old business will be reviewed, followed by a discussion of a New England Journal of Medicine article concerning immunization access. Staff reports will be presented before the meeting adjourns.

• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2025
• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2026
• Review of old business (unspecified)
• Discussion of New England Journal of Medicine article – Immunization Access
• Staff reports

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board will consider memorializing the resolution approving PB#1-25-05, a site plan with variances for 1-11 Serpentine Road, Block 715, Lots 11‑14, submitted by BCUW / Madeline Housing Partners, LLC. The board will also review the draft redevelopment plan for 123‑145 Dean Drive. Additionally, the board will approve the minutes from the January 28 and February 11, 2026 meetings.

• Memorialization of Resolution PB#1-25-05 – site plan with variances for 1-11 Serpentine Road, Block 715, Lots 11‑14 (applicant: BCUW / Madeline Housing Partners, LLC)
• Consistency review of Draft Redevelopment Plan for 123‑145 Dean Drive
• Approval of minutes from the Regular Public Meeting of January 28, 2026 and the Special Public Meeting of February 11, 2026

The Board approved the site‑plan and variances for 1‑11 Serpentine Road (PB#1‑25‑05) with a unanimous vote. It voted 7‑1 to refer the amended 123‑145 Dean Drive redevelopment plan to the Mayor and Council, noting it is consistent with the Master Plan and adding recommendations. The Board also approved the minutes of the January 28 and February 11, 2026 meetings by voice vote. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved site‑plan with variances for 1‑11 Serpentine Road (PB#1‑25‑05) – unanimous (7‑0)
• Referred amended 123‑145 Dean Drive redevelopment plan to Mayor and Council with recommendations – vote 7‑1 (Councilwoman Dayton opposed)
• Approved minutes of the Jan 28 2026 and Feb 11 2026 meetings – voice vote, all in favor
• Adjourned meeting – voice vote, all in favor

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to repeal and replace Chapter 26 Tree Removal and Protection, and another to amend parking regulations in the B‑1DOD Downtown Overlay District. The council will also consider a consent agenda that includes resolutions for expenditures, refunds, vendor licenses, contract awards, and budget amendments. A closed‑session meeting will address a real‑property acquisition.

• Ordinance No. 26‑11 – repeal and replace Chapter 26 Tree Removal and Protection
• Ordinance No. 26‑12 – amend Section 35‑804.8 Parking in the B‑1DOD Downtown Overlay District
• Resolution R26‑150 – award contract for Grant Writer Services to Millennium Strategies
• Resolution R26‑148 – approve additional professional engineering services for Bergen County Open Space Grant
• Resolution R26‑149 – execute Solid Waste Services Agreement Extension

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council met on March 21, 2026 for a budget hearing. They reviewed the administrator’s recommendations. They worked to finalize the borough’s budget preparation.

• Review administrator’s recommendations
• Finalize budget preparation
• Public comments (15 minutes allocated)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission voted to support the borough’s pursuit of a Humane World grant to study deer conflict management. It also approved the submission of an ANJEC grant application on behalf of the Tenafly Nature Center. The minutes from February 19, 2026 were formally accepted.

• Approved support for pursuing Humane World grant (vote passed)
• Approved submission of ANJEC grant for Tenafly Nature Center (motion passed)
• Accepted minutes of February 19, 2026

Welcome Committee

The committee approved the December meeting minutes with one suggested change. They postponed filling the Welcome! bags to the next meeting because of inclement weather. All required permits for the September 9, 2026 New Residents’ event were approved. Postcards were mailed to new residents from December 2025 through February 2026.

• Approved December meeting minutes (with one suggested change)
• Postponed filling Welcome! bags to next meeting
• Approved all permits for September 9, 2026 New Residents’ event
• Mailed welcome postcards to December 2025, January 2026, and February 2026 new residents
• Posted November meeting minutes on the website
• Posted 2026 meeting dates on the website

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board had a public meeting scheduled for March 11, 2026 at 7:30 pm. The agenda indicates the meeting was cancelled, so no items were discussed or decided. The next regular public meeting is set for March 25, 2026.

The Planning Board work session scheduled for March 11, 2026 was cancelled. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding affordable housing zoning and a $1,242,500 appropriation for property acquisition and park improvements. The body will also introduce ordinances to update tree removal rules and restructure the Historic Preservation Commission.

• Ordinance 26-10: Appropriating $1,075,000 for real property acquisition and $167,500 for pool, nature center, and park improvements
• Ordinances 26-07, 26-08, and 26-09: Creating a new AHO-11 district and amending affordable housing densities and ordinances
• Ordinance 26-11: Repealing and replacing Chapter 26 Tree Removal and Protection
• Ordinance 26-13: Eliminating the Historic Preservation Commission as a separate entity to form an advisory committee
• Ordinance 26-12: Amending parking in the B-1DOD Downtown Overlay District

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will hold a special budget hearing. The meeting will include a review of the Municipal Court and the Administrator’s recommended budgets. Public comments are limited to 15 minutes.

• Review of Municipal Court budget
• Consideration of Administrator’s budget recommendations
• Public comment period (15 minutes)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board approved the minutes from the February 9, 2026 meeting and the February 2026 financial statements, both unanimously. It then approved a resolution to contract J&R Cleaning and Property Management LLC for library cleaning services in 2026 and 2027, with seven ayes and one member absent. No other business was acted upon.

• Approved February 9, 2026 Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2026 financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved contract with J&R Cleaning and Property Management LLC for 2026‑27 cleaning services (7 ayes, 1 absent)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The meeting scheduled for March 5, 2026, was cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate items.

The regular public meeting of the Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for March 5, 2026 was cancelled. Because the meeting did not occur, the commission took no actions or made any decisions.

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider three resolutions. It will decide whether to approve a subdivision and parking expansion for D & C Honda at 45 Magnolia Avenue, which requires two use variances. It will also review a fence‑height request for a residence at 129 Highwood Avenue and a second‑floor addition proposal for 66 Dean Drive.

• D & C Honda – 45 Magnolia Ave: subdivision of lot 6 and addition to 28 County Rd for parking expansion; requires d(1) and d(2) use variances.
• Joyce Hamrah – 129 Highwood Ave: request to install 6' or 8' front‑yard fences, exceeding the 4' height limit.
• Haoran Hu d/b/a 66 Dean Drive LLC – 66 Dean Drive: second‑floor addition with rear yard proposed at 13.4' (minimum 30') and side yard at 7.6' (minimum 10').

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will hold a budget hearing. Citizens may address the body during a 15‑minute public comment period. The meeting includes departmental budget reviews for Public Works, Recreation, Police, Fire, and TVAC.

• Departmental budget reviews: Public Works, Recreation, Police, Fire, TVAC

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board will continue a public hearing on a site plan with variances for Shairco New Jersey LLC at 71 County Road. It will also hold a public hearing on a site plan and soil‑moving permit for Knickerbocker Country Club at 188 Knickerbocker Road. The board will review three ordinance amendments to Chapter 35, including creating a new AHO‑11 district, changing maximum densities in affordable‑housing overlay zones, and updating affordable‑housing ordinance provisions.

• Continuation of public hearing – Site Plan with Variances, 71 County Road, applicant Shairco New Jersey LLC
• Public hearing – Site Plan & Soil Moving Permit, 188 Knickerbocker Road, applicant Knickerbocker Country Club
• Ordinance amendment to create a new AHO‑11 District in Chapter 35, Article VIII (Zoning Regulations)
• Ordinance amendment to adjust maximum permitted densities of Affordable Housing Overlay Zone districts
• Ordinance amendment to revise Affordable Housing Ordinance provisions, Municipal Housing Liaison, and Mandatory Set‑Aside

The Board voted by voice that Ordinances 26-07, 26-08, and 26-09 on affordable housing are not inconsistent with Tenafly’s Master Plan. A motion to start the April 22, 2026 meeting at 6:00 p.m. was also approved by voice vote. The public hearings for the 71 County Road site plan and the 188 Knickerbocker Road site plan and soil‑moving permit were postponed to April 22, 2026.

• Approved that Ordinances 26-07, 26-08, and 26-09 are not inconsistent with the Master Plan (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved motion to start the April 22, 2026 meeting at 6:00 p.m. (voice vote, all in favor)
• Continued public hearing on PB#1-25-01, 71 County Road site plan and variances to April 22, 2026
• Continued public hearing on PB#1-25-06, 188 Knickerbocker Road site plan and soil‑moving permit to April 22, 2026
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:18 p.m. (voice vote, all in favor)

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing to review the proposed 2026 Capital Budget Plan. The meeting is a special session called to discuss municipal spending priorities.

• Public hearing on 2026 Capital Budget Plan
• Mayor Mark Zinna presiding over the meeting
• Allocated 15 minutes for public comments
• Meeting held at the Municipal Center
• Notice published in The Suburbanite and Northern Valley Press

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will discuss traffic study recommendations and a possible Bergen County Open Space Grant. Several new zoning and affordable‑housing ordinances will be introduced for first reading. A major appropriations ordinance (No. 26‑10) allocates more than $1.2 million for a property acquisition, pool, nature‑center, park equipment, and improvements at Roosevelt Common. Public hearings will be held on two previously posted ordinances, and a consent agenda includes budget resolutions and contract awards.

• Ordinance No. 26‑10 appropriates $1,075,000 for real‑property acquisition and $270,000 for park and recreation improvements, including $135,000 for a municipal pool, $65,000 for the nature center, $30,000 for Griffin Park playground fitness equipment, $17,500 for Grove Street Park irrigation, $40,000 for electronic key pads and a handball wall at Roosevelt Common, and $25,000 for a lighting project down‑payment at Roosevelt Common.
• Ordinance No. 26‑07 creates a new AHO‑11 zoning district.
• Ordinance No. 26‑08 amends the maximum permitted densities of affordable‑housing overlay zones.
• Ordinance No. 26‑09 amends affordable‑housing ordinance provisions, the municipal housing liaison article, and the mandatory affordable‑housing set‑aside requirements.
• Resolution R26‑109 awards a contract to Everbridge for public‑safety communications services.

Environmental Commission

The Tenafly Environmental Commission will receive reports from the Department of Public Works, the borough, the Planning Board, and the local high school. A letter from a resident will also be considered. The commission will address any old business items and discuss new business items on the agenda.

• DPW report presented by Pat Mason
• Borough report presented by Julie O’Connor
• Planning Board report presented by Jon Warms
• High School report presented by Ben Kushman
• Letter from a resident

The February 19 meeting consisted of updates from the DPW on storm cleanup, compost, recycling costs, and tree planting, as well as reports from the Council, Planning Board, Tenafly Nature Center, and the High School Green Team. The commission expressed gratitude for DPW efforts and noted upcoming events, but no motions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board will consider a memorialization resolution to approve Minor Subdivision PB#1-25-11 at 52 N. Lyle Avenue, Lot 25, Block 304, submitted by Jerry O’Brien. The board will also hold a special public hearing to memorialize a resolution amending the Borough’s Housing Element and Fair Share Plan within the Master Plan. The meeting is scheduled for February 11, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.

• Memorialization resolution to approve Minor Subdivision PB#1-25-11 at 52 N. Lyle Avenue (Lot 25, Block 304) – applicant Jerry O’Brien
• Special public hearing on amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan of the Borough’s Master Plan – memorializing resolution

The Planning Board approved a minor subdivision at 52 N. Lyle Avenue (PB#1-25-11) with required variances. It also adopted the amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, which will add 52 affordable housing units. No other actions were taken.

• Approved minor subdivision PB#1-25-11 at 52 N. Lyle Avenue (4-0 yes, 0 no)
• Adopted amended Housing Element & Fair Share Plan (6-0 yes, 0 no)
• Adjourned meeting by voice vote (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will consider the 2026 Road Paving Program, the 2026 Budget Hearing Schedule, and updates to tree and dumpster ordinances. The body will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding street openings.

• 2026 Road Paving Program
• 2026 Budget Hearing Schedule
• Ordinance 26-05: Amending removal of snow, ice, weeds and grass
• Ordinance 26-06: Establishing fee schedule for public notices
• Resolution R26-96: Additional engineering services for Roosevelt Common tennis courts

The Governing Body approved Ordinance No. 26‑05 amending Chapter 12 Section 3 on snow, ice, weed and grass removal. It also approved Ordinance No. 26‑06 establishing a fee schedule for public notices and Ordinance No. 26‑04 amending Chapter 20 Section 4 on street openings. The council approved Resolution R26‑92 to authorize expenditures as of February 5, 2026. A presentation on the Clinton Inn redevelopment was discussed but no vote was taken.

• Approved Ordinance No. 26‑05 (snow/ice/weed removal amendment) – unanimous aye (Corsair, Dayton, Jackson, O’Connor, Roglieri); Michaels absent
• Approved Ordinance No. 26‑06 (public notice fee schedule) – unanimous aye (Corsair, Dayton, Jackson, O’Connor, Roglieri); Michaels absent
• Approved Ordinance No. 26‑04 (street openings amendment) – unanimous aye (Corsair, Dayton, Jackson, O’Connor, Roglieri); Michaels absent
• Approved Resolution R26‑92 to authorize expenditures as of Feb 5, 2026 – vote not recorded in minutes
• Discussed Clinton Inn “Awaken” hotel‑residence concept – no vote taken

Library Board of Trustees

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting. It also unanimously accepted the January 2026 financial statements. The Board approved the Children’s Room furniture and shelf replacement project proposed by Creative Library Concepts, LLC, with permission to amend the design. A cleaning‑services bid has been issued and will close on February 25, 2026.

• Approved Jan 12, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Jan 2026 financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved Children’s Room furniture and shelf replacement project (unanimous)
• Issued cleaning‑services bid, to close Feb 25, 2026
• Adjourned meeting at 8:04 p.m. (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission will swear in new members, elect officers for 2026, approve minutes from October and November 2025, and hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness application for 19 Peter Lynas Court.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2026
• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2025 and November 6, 2025
• Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness for 19 Peter Lynas Court
• Swearing in of new member Linda Khorozian
• Next meeting scheduled for March 5, 2026

The commission elected Thorin Tritter as chair and Brendan Lee as vice chair for 2026. The minutes from October 9 2025 and November 6 2025 were approved unanimously. A motion to recognize former member Mrs. Heller for her service was passed. The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m. by voice vote.

• Elected Thorin Tritter as Chair (voice vote unanimous)
• Elected Brendan Lee as Vice Chair (voice vote unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 9 2025 (voice vote unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 6 2025 (voice vote unanimous)
• Recognized Mrs. Heller for her service (voice vote unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:20 p.m. (voice vote unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a resolution for D & C Honda at 45 Magnolia Avenue to subdivide lot 6 and add it to 28 County Road for a parking expansion, requiring a d(1) variance in the R-9 residential zone and a d(2) variance in the B-2 business zone. The board will also review a fence installation request for Joyce Hamrah at 129 Highwood Avenue and a second‑floor addition request for Haoran Hu d/b/a 66 Dean Drive LLC at 66 Dean Drive. Additional agenda items include appointment of officers and board professionals for 2026 and approval of minutes from the January 20, 2026 special meeting.

• D & C Honda – 45 Magnolia Ave – subdivision and parking expansion; d(1) variance for R-9 zone and d(2) variance for B-2 zone
• Joyce Hamrah – 129 Highwood Ave – front‑yard fence installation (6’ black metal, 8’ black metal, 6’ black mesh) exceeding 4’ limit
• Haoran Hu d/b/a 66 Dean Drive LLC – 66 Dean Drive – second‑floor addition; rear yard 30’ min (existing 15.4’), side yard 10’ min (existing 7.6’)
• Appointment of officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Second Vice Chair) and board professionals (Attorney, Engineer) for 2026
• Approval of minutes from the special meeting held on January 20, 2026

The Tenafly Board of Adjustment voted 4‑3 to deny the fence variance request for 129 Highwood Avenue. The board also appointed its officers and approved the minutes of the January 20 special meeting. All officer appointments were approved unanimously.

• Appointed Mr. Kominsky as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Mr. Cytryn as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Mr. Friedman as Second Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Mr. Zenn and Cullen & Dykman as Board Attorney (unanimous)
• Appointed Mr. Hals and Schwanewede, Hals and Vince as Board Engineer (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the Jan 20, 2026 special meeting (unanimous)
• Denied fence variance for 129 Highwood Avenue (vote 4‑3)

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a site plan with variances for a project at 1-11 Serpentine Road. The board will also appoint professional services and assign members to various 2026 committees.

• Public hearing for PB#1-25-05: Site Plan w/ Variances at 1-11 Serpentine Road (BCUW / Madeline Housing Partners, LLC)
• Appointment of Special Affordable Housing Attorney
• Appointment of members to Site Plan Review, LDR, Affordable Housing, and Master Plan committees
• Appointment of Environmental Commission and Historic Preservation Commission representatives

The Tenafly Planning Board unanimously approved the site‑plan application for a 16‑unit affordable housing project at 1‑11 Serpentine Road, including conditions outlined by the board attorney. The board also appointed Wendy R. Quiroga, Esq. as the Special Affordable Housing Attorney for 2026. Committee memberships for the 2026 Planning Board were approved, and the minutes of the Jan. 14 special meeting were adopted.

• Approved site‑plan application for 1‑11 Serpentine Road (16 affordable units) – unanimous yes
• Appointed Wendy R. Quiroga, Esq. as Special Affordable Housing Attorney – unanimous yes
• Adopted minutes of the Jan. 14, 2026 special public meeting – unanimous yes
• Approved appointments of members to 2026 Planning Board committees – unanimous yes

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will consider several updates and introduce a street openings amendment. They will hold public hearings on an affordable housing overlay zone, a tax‑map emergency appropriation, and a $15,000 pond remediation. The meeting includes a consent agenda with multiple resolutions, including the $165,000 special emergency notes and various contract awards.

• Resolution R26-62 – Authorize issuance of $165,000 special emergency notes
• Ordinance No. 26-03 – Appropriating $15,000 for remedial actions at PFISTER’S POND
• Ordinance No. 26-01 – Create new AHO-9 affordable housing overlay zone
• Ordinance No. 26-04 – Amend Chapter 20, Section 4 “Street Openings”
• Resolution R26-67 – Award contract for 2026 annual fireworks display

Board of Health

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment held a special meeting to reorganize its membership and appoint officers and professionals for 2026. The board approved minutes from the January 5 meeting and considered a new business item: a proposal by D & C Honda to subdivide the rear of 45 Magnolia Avenue (lot 6) and add it to 28 County Road (lot 16) to expand the dealership's parking area. The proposal requires a d(1) use variance for the portion in the R-9 residential zone and a d(2) use variance for the expansion in the B-2 business zone.

• Subdivision of rear of 45 Magnolia Ave (lot 6) to add to 28 County Rd (lot 16) for parking expansion
• d(1) use variance needed for portion in R-9 residential zone (non‑conforming use)
• d(2) use variance needed for expansion in B-2 business zone (non‑conforming use)
• No residential garage required for the new lot 6.01 created by subdivision
• Reorganization: swearing‑in of re‑appointed members and appointment of officers and board professionals for 2026

The Board of Adjustment discussed the D & C Honda application to subdivide lot 6 and add parking, which requires variances for non‑conforming uses in the R‑9 and B‑2 zones. After testimony from historic‑preservation experts, the Board decided to present the application and defer a final decision to a later meeting. No vote or final approval was recorded.

Environmental Commission

Planning Board

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will consider ordinances to create a new affordable housing overlay zone and allocate funds for environmental remediation. The body will also discuss commercial trash, tree ordinances, and leaf disposal.

• Ordinance 26-01: Create a new AHO-9 Affordable Housing Overlay Zone District
• Ordinance 26-03: Appropriate $15,000 for remedial actions at Pfister's Pond
• Ordinance 26-02: Special emergency appropriation for tax map preparation
• Resolution R26-57: Approve Temporary Budget 2026
• Resolution R26-59: Establish off-street parking fee

The Council approved the Consent Agenda, which included several resolutions such as a temporary 2026 budget, refunds, and an off‑street parking fee. Ordinance 26‑01 creating an AHO‑9 affordable‑housing overlay zone was passed on first reading. Ordinances 26‑02 (special emergency appropriation for a tax map) and 26‑03 (a $15,000 appropriation for PFISTER’S POND remediation) were also passed on first reading.

• Approved Consent Agenda (all present members voted aye)
• Approved Ordinance 26‑01 creating AHO‑9 affordable housing overlay zone (aye votes)
• Approved Ordinance 26‑02 authorizing special emergency appropriation for tax map (aye votes)
• Approved Ordinance 26‑03 appropriating $15,000 for PFISTER’S POND remediation (aye votes)
• Approved Resolution R26‑57 – Approve Temporary Budget 2026 (part of Consent Agenda)
• Approved Resolution R26‑58 – Authorize Refunds – Recreation Trust (part of Consent Agenda)
• Approved Resolution R26‑59 – Establish Off‑Street Parking Fee (part of Consent Agenda)
• Approved Resolution R26‑60 – Recognize Debora Davidson as Harold Feinberg Conservation (aye votes)

Library Board of Trustees

The Tenafly Library Board unanimously approved the 2026 Library Fund Budget, the December 2025 meeting minutes, and the library’s financial statements. The board also certified compliance with the Bergen County Cooperative System. A resolution establishing a new Information Technology and World Languages Librarian position with a starting salary of $80,000 was approved.

• Approved 2026 Library Fund Budget (unanimous)
• Approved December 8, 2025 regular Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 8, 2025 Executive Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 2025 financial statements (unanimous)
• Certified BCCLS Agreement compliance (unanimous)
• Elected board officers: President Martin Gilbert, Vice President Kathleen Cook, Secretary/Treasurer Soon Juhng (unanimous)
• Approved new Information Technology and World Languages Librarian position with $80,000 salary (7 ayes, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission canceled its scheduled meeting for January 8, 2026. The agenda included items for officer elections and the approval of minutes from October and November 2025.

• Meeting canceled
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson proposed
• Approval of October 9, 2025 minutes proposed
• Approval of November 6, 2025 minutes proposed

The regular public meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 8, 2026 was cancelled. No decisions were made or voted on.

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will approve the December 22, 2025 meeting minutes and consider a consent agenda of ten resolutions. Items include approving year‑end expenditures, authorizing line‑item transfers, refunding tree‑mitigation escrow funds for specific properties, rescinding two prior resolutions, and authorizing a mediation agreement with the Fair Share Housing Center.

• Resolution R25-586 – Approve expenditures as of December 30, 2025
• Resolution R25-587 – Authorize 2025 line‑item transfers
• Resolutions R25-588, R25-589, R25-590 – Refund tree‑mitigation escrow for 19 Cypress Street, 30 Jewett Avenue, and 100 Coppell Drive (forfeit to Shade Tree Trust Fund)
• Resolution R25-596 – Authorize execution of mediation agreement with Fair Share Housing Center
• Resolution R25-593 – Rescind Resolution 25-340

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will hold their annual meeting to administer oaths to council‑elects and confirm a series of appointments, including the borough attorney, labor counsel, auditor, bond counsel, and various engineers and planners. The meeting also includes a consent agenda that adopts the 2026 meeting schedule, confirms meeting locations, and ratifies public official bonds. Additional items set parking permit rates for 2026 and adopt rules for the Grove Street Park dog park.

• Confirm appointment of Borough Attorney – Weiner Law Group, LLP
• Confirm appointments of Labor Counsel, Borough Auditor, Bond Counsel, Tax Appeal Attorney, Traffic Engineer, Special Projects Engineer, Borough Planner and Special Planner
• Adopt 2026 meeting schedule and holiday calendar (R26-17)
• Ratify public official bonds/Finance Office (R26-26)
• Establish 2026 parking permit rates (R26-53)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from the December 1, 2025 meeting by voice vote. It also approved holding a special meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. via Microsoft Teams. The regular meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m. by voice vote.

• Approved minutes of Dec 1, 2025 (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved special meeting on Jan 20, 2026 at 7:30 pm via Microsoft Teams (voice vote, all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:55 pm (voice vote, all in favor)