Waldwick public meetings in 2025

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss old business, including a handout on beautification committee areas of improvement and approval of the 2026 Styro collection schedule. The proposed dates are five Saturdays from January 2026 through January 2027. No new business or correspondence items are listed.

• Review of Beautification Committee Areas of Improvement (see handout)
• Approval of 2026 Styro Schedule: Jan 3, Apr 18, Jul 18, Sep 19, 2025, and Jan 16, 2027
• Shirts update

The Environmental Advisory Committee approved October minutes and discussed several 2026 initiatives, including scheduling Earth Day for April 18 and a Styrofoam collection on April 18. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; most items were updates or proposals for future action.

• Approved October 16 meeting minutes
• Scheduled Earth Day for April 18, 2026
• Scheduled EPS (Styrofoam) collection for April 18, 2026
• Proposed interactive map of beautification sites for town website
• Planned native plant presentation at Ramsey Library on March 19, 2026

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will vote on designating Harrison Avenue Redevelopment, LLC as the conditional redeveloper for a project on Harrison Avenue and West Prospect Street, and authorize a Memorandum of Understanding. They will also consider a public hearing on an ordinance requiring dogs to be leashed in parks, approve a shared services agreement with NBCUA for pump station inspections, and recognize police promotions.

• Resolution 2025-316 designating Harrison Avenue Redevelopment, LLC as conditional redeveloper for Block 107, Lots 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11 (49, 47, 43, 41, 39, 37 Harrison Ave and 13 West Prospect St)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-23 to amend Chapter 64 (Parks) requiring dogs to be leashed in parks
• Shared Services Agreement with NBCUA for pump station inspection services 2026-2027 at $10,815/year
• Promotions of Police Officer Christopher Cron to Sergeant, Sergeant Kyle Moore to Lieutenant, and Acting Chief Troy Seifert to Chief of Police
• Resolution 2025-317 authorizing change of signatory for $78,155 Bergen County CDBG grant for ADA curb ramp improvements

The Council received a conceptual plan for a 54-unit apartment building on Harrison Avenue, with 8 affordable units, but expressed concerns about too many units and lack of retail. No vote was taken; the Council will refer the plan to its planner for review and discussion at a future meeting. The meeting also included promotions of three police officers and adoption of a leash law for parks.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-23 requiring dogs to be leashed in parks (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including designation of Harrison Avenue Redevelopment LLC as conditional redeveloper (unanimous)
• Promoted Christopher Cron to Sergeant, Kyle Moore to Lieutenant, and Troy Seifert to Chief of Police
• Authorized closed session to discuss possible acquisition of real property

Zoning Board

The Waldwick Zoning Board will hold a formal session to consider two new applications for residential additions on Kennedy Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and conduct routine procedural items.

• MELCHIOR: 37 Kennedy Drive – front and rear covered porches, rear and side addition (new application)
• SIDERIAS: 27 Kennedy Drive – rear addition (new application)
• Approval of minutes from November 12, 2025

The Waldrop Zoning Board approved two new applications for home expansions on Kennedy Drive. The Melchior application for front and rear covered porches, a rear addition, and a second story with attached garage was approved unanimously. The Siderias application for a rear addition was also approved unanimously after a board member recused himself due to proximity to the property. No other applications or resolutions were considered.

• Approved Melchior application for porches, addition, and garage at 37 Kennedy Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Siderias application for rear addition at 27 Kennedy Drive (unanimous, with Mr. Sanzo recused)

Waldwick Access For All Advisory Committee

The Waldwick Access for All Advisory Committee met virtually on December 8, 2025, and discussed several accessibility issues, including uneven ground at S. Fisher Park, crosswalk push-buttons at Forum School and Hopper, and the potential revival of a snow removal program. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; all items remain as discussion points requiring follow-up with the new Borough Administrator.

• No formal decisions or votes were taken at this meeting

Planning Board

The Waldwick Planning Board is holding a formal session to approve minutes from the previous meeting and address any old or new business. The only application on the agenda, a subdivision at 32 Hopper Avenue by Tarazi & Arciszewski, has been postponed to January 7, 2026. No resolutions are scheduled for adoption.

• Approval of minutes from November 5, 2025
• Tarazi & Arciszewski subdivision application at 32 Hopper Avenue (Block 136, Lot 9) postponed to January 7, 2026

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will consider several resolutions, including a $75,509 Bergen County CDBG grant for ADA curb ramp improvements, a change order reducing the 2025 road resurfacing contract to $1,038.57, and a $2,314 reimbursement to the CFO for an HSA contribution error. Two ordinances will be introduced: one to change parking time limits on West Prospect Street and another to require dogs to be leashed in all borough parks. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss possible real property acquisition and contract negotiations.

• Ordinance No. 2025-#23: Amends parking time limits on West Prospect Street
• Ordinance No. 2025-#24: Requires all dogs to be leashed in borough parks
• Resolution 2025-308: Authorizes $75,509 CDBG grant agreement for ADA curb ramp improvements (total project cost $109,005, borough share $33,496)
• Resolution 2025-309: Endorses application for $186,000 CDBG grant for ADA curb ramp installation on Zazzetti Street
• Resolution 2025-310: Authorizes $2,314 reimbursement to CFO Colleen Ennis for HSA contribution due to health plan switch error

The Waldwick Borough Council introduced Ordinance No. 2025-23, which would require all dogs to remain leashed within parks, and set a public hearing for December 13. The council also approved a consent agenda including a change order for road resurfacing and several grant agreements. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports, public comment, and a closed session for contract negotiations.

• Introduced Ordinance No. 2025-23 requiring dogs leashed in parks (first reading)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2025-304 through 2025-312
• Approved Change Order No. 1-Final to D.S. Meyer Enterprises for road resurfacing, $32,324.91
• Approved Chapter 159 CDBG grant and authorized PY2025-2026 grant agreement for ADA curb ramps
• Endorsed application for PY2026-2027 CDBG grant for ADA curb ramp installation on Zazzetti Street
• Authorized payment to Ennis for HSA contribution reimbursement
• Approved refunds for tax overpayments and payment of vouchers
• Authorized closed session for contract negotiations

Zoning Board

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a formal session to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss an extension request related to a January 2025 resolution for 63 E. Prospect Street. No applications or resolutions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from October 22, 2025
• Extension request for 63 E. Prospect Street (Resolution Jan. 2025)

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a one-year extension for a project at 63 E. Prospect Street, originally granted a resolution in January 2025, due to increased construction costs. The extension was granted unanimously and extends the deadline to January 22, 2027. No other applications or resolutions were considered.

• Approved one-year extension for 63 E. Prospect Street project (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Waldwick Planning Board is holding a formal session on November 5, 2025. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and a new business item: a sidewalk removal request for 22 MacKay Avenue. No applications or resolutions are scheduled.

• Sidewalk removal request at 22 MacKay Avenue

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will vote on appointing Lieutenant Troy Seifert as Acting Police Chief following Chief Mark Messner's retirement, and extend the property tax grace period to February 1, 2026 for federal workers affected by the ongoing government shutdown. The consent agenda includes approving the Chamber of Commerce's 5K Run, amending a contract with DRG Architects for $6,000, and accepting a part-time electrical inspector's resignation. A closed session is authorized to discuss possible real property acquisition, attorney-client privilege, and contract negotiations.

• Appointment of Lieutenant Troy Seifert as Acting Police Chief effective November 1, 2025, with an annual base salary of $184,519 plus longevity and EMT stipend
• Amendment of contract with DRG Architects for $6,000 for additional services on roofing and HVAC replacement at the Waldwick Police Firing Range
• Extension of property tax grace period to February 1, 2026 for federal employees furloughed during the ongoing government shutdown
• Acceptance of resignation of George Pedersen as Part Time Electrical Inspector effective October 1, 2025
• Waldwick Chamber of Commerce 5K Run scheduled for May 3, 2026, with requests for banner placement and municipal department assistance

The Waldwick Mayor and Council appointed Lieutenant Troy Seifert as Acting Chief of Police following Chief Mark Messner's retirement. The consent agenda was approved, including resolutions for a Chamber of Commerce 5K run, a contract amendment for roofing and HVAC at the police firing range, and acceptance of resignations. No ordinances were introduced or adopted. Public comment focused on a recent protest rally, water system concerns, and a proposed food drive.

• Appointed Lieutenant Troy Seifert as Acting Chief of Police (Resolution 2025-296)
• Approved consent agenda including Chamber of Commerce 5K run and banner requests (Resolution 2025-294)
• Amended professional services contract with DRG Architects for $6,000 for roofing and HVAC at police firing range (Resolution 2025-295)
• Accepted resignation of George Pederson as Part-Time Electrical Inspector (Resolution 2025-297)
• Approved submission of Local Government Services Best Practices Inventory for 2025 (Resolution 2025-298)
• Authorized re-affirmation of Employee Handbook and policy updates (Resolution 2025-299)
• Authorized discretionary property tax grace period extension during federal shutdown (Resolution 2025-300)
• Approved payment of vouchers (Resolution 2025-301)

Zoning Board

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a formal session to consider and likely vote on resolutions for three residential projects: a covered porch and add-a-level at 104 Manhattan Avenue, a second-floor dormer at 58 Waldwick Avenue, and a one-story side addition at 107 E. Prospect Street. No new applications are on the agenda. The meeting will also include approval of the previous month's minutes and public greetings.

• Resolution 25-Q: Covered porch and add-a-level at 104 Manhattan Avenue (Block 39, Lot 32)
• Resolution 25-R: Second-floor dormer at 58 Waldwick Avenue (Block 22, Lot 2)
• Resolution 25-S: One-story right side addition at 107 E. Prospect Street (Block 41, Lot 46)
• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2025

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment approved three resolutions for property improvements: a covered porch and add-a-level at 104 Manhattan Avenue (Wendel), a second-floor dormer at 58 Waldwick Avenue (Johnson), and a one-story right side addition at 107 E. Prospect Street (Malekson). All resolutions were approved by unanimous vote. The board also approved the minutes from the September 24, 2025 meeting. No applications, new business, or old business were discussed.

• Approved resolution for covered porch and add-a-level at 104 Manhattan Avenue (Wendel, Block 39, Lot 32).
• Approved resolution for second-floor dormer at 58 Waldwick Avenue (Johnson, Block 22, Lot 2).
• Approved resolution for one-story right side addition at 107 E. Prospect Street (Malekson, Block 41, Lot 46).
• Approved minutes of September 24, 2025 as submitted.

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss old business including a town cleanup date and outstanding items, and new business such as 2026 calendar ideas and recruiting. No decisions are recorded; the agenda is largely procedural with discussion items.

• Town cleanup date discussion
• 2026 calendar ideas including pumpkin smashing
• Recruiting ideation

Board of Health

The Waldwick Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from April 2025, review activity and registrar reports covering April through September 2025, and discuss new business including new member orientation, the 2025 rabies clinic, and a meeting location change.

• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2025
• Activity reports for April–September 2025
• Registrar's reports for April–September 2025
• New member orientation and oath
• Discussion of 2025 rabies clinic and meeting location change

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance authorizing a lease agreement with the Waldwick High School Graduation Ball, Inc. for use of the old DPW complex. The consent agenda includes resolutions for a $216,568.71 change order for Schuler Avenue improvements, an easement for JPMorgan Chase Bank at 53 Franklin Turnpike, and several appointments. A closed session is planned for possible real property acquisition and litigation.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-#22: lease with Waldwick High School Graduation Ball, Inc. for old DPW complex
• Change Order No. 1 for Schuler Avenue improvements: $216,568.71 to 4 Clean-Up, Inc.
• Easement authorization for JPMorgan Chase Bank at 53 Franklin Turnpike
• Appointment of Temporary Electrical Inspector Michael Dalessio and Part-Time Clerk 1 Denise Broderick
• Closed session for possible real property acquisition and attorney/client privilege

The Council adopted Ordinance 2025-#22, authorizing a lease agreement with the Waldwick High School Graduation Ball, Inc. for use of the old DPW complex. The consent agenda was approved, including resolutions for an easement for JPMorgan Chase Bank, a change order for Schuler Avenue improvements, and several temporary appointments. The Council also went into closed session to discuss real property acquisition, attorney-client privilege, and litigation.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#22 authorizing a lease with Waldwick High School Graduation Ball, Inc. for the old DPW complex
• Approved Resolution 2025-286 authorizing an easement for JPMorgan Chase Bank at 53 Franklin Turnpike
• Approved Resolution 2025-287, Change Order No. 1 for Schuler Avenue improvements, $216,568.71
• Approved Resolution 2025-289 appointing Tatiana Marquis as Temporary Qualified Purchasing Agent
• Approved Resolution 2025-290 appointing Michael Dalessio as Temporary Electrical Inspector
• Approved Resolution 2025-291 appointing Denise Broderick as Part-Time Clerk 1
• Approved Resolution 2025-288 renewing the Waldwick Volunteer Workers Accident & Health Policy
• Approved Resolution 2025-293 authorizing closed session for real property acquisition, attorney-client privilege, and litigation

Planning Board

The Waldwick Planning Board will hold a formal session to consider a resolution for the Aden Waldwick project at 40 Hewson Ave, involving a site plan tenant review by Rail Terminal, LLC. No new applications are scheduled for discussion.

• Resolution for Aden Waldwick at 40 Hewson Ave (Block 117, Lot 1.01, 1.0124) — Rail Terminal, LLC site plan tenant review
• Approval of minutes from September 3, 2025 meeting

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Borough Council will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: one increasing compensation percentages for the fire department, and another raising salary ranges for the municipal clerk and fire department. They will also introduce ordinances to amend lead-based paint inspection fees and authorize a lease of the old DPW complex to the Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Association. The consent agenda includes appointments, a block party request, and a resolution supporting RevolutionNJ.

• Ordinance 2025-19: Amends fire department insurance and compensation percentages
• Ordinance 2025-20: Increases salary range for municipal clerk and fire department
• Ordinance 2025-21: Amends lead-based paint inspection fees
• Ordinance 2025-22: Authorizes lease of old DPW complex to Waldwick High School Graduation Ball, Inc.
• Resolution 2025-277: Amends appointment of Jake Putterman as police officer at $42,215/year

The council adopted two ordinances amending fire department compensation and salary ranges for the municipal clerk and fire department, and approved a resolution setting specific salaries for those positions. Council members Brennecke and Ramundo abstained from votes on fire-related items due to their affiliation with the fire department. The meeting also included reports on a water pressure issue, a new playground installation, and a discussion about the Wagner property and Green Acres grant restrictions.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#19 amending fire department compensation percentages (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#20 amending salary ranges for municipal clerk and fire department (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Resolution 2025-282 setting salaries: Municipal Clerk $135,000, Fire Department positions (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Consent Agenda including block party, raffle license, appointments, and tax refund (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#22 authorizing lease with Waldwick High School Graduation Ball for Old DPW Complex (unanimous)

Waldwick Access For All Advisory Committee

The Waldwick Access for All Advisory Committee met to discuss recent accessibility improvements, including a completed high school parking lot with ADA-compliant curb cuts and restroom access. Members noted ongoing work needed for crosswalk push-buttons and considered potential upgrades at Emmett Park and the Switch Tower area. Councilman Ramundo reported that 2.7 acres adjacent to Waldwick Gardens Nursery have been acquired for redevelopment, with Green Acres concepts due by December 31, 2025. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• High school parking lot completed to WAFA satisfaction with ADA curb cuts and restroom access
• Green Acres concepts for 2.7-acre redevelopment site due by 12/31/25

Zoning Board

The Waldwick Zoning Board will hold a formal session to consider resolutions and new applications for residential projects. Items include a resolution for a rear deck at 105 Grove Street and new applications for a covered porch and add-a-level, a second-floor dormer, and a one-story side addition.

• Resolution for Walters at 105 Grove Street (Block 39, Lot 53) for a rear deck
• New application by Wendell at 104 Manhattan Avenue (Block 39, Lot 32) for a covered porch and add-a-level
• New application by Johnson at 58 Waldwick Avenue (Block 22, Lot 2) for a 2nd floor dormer
• New application by Malekson at 107 E. Prospect Street (Block 41, Lot 46) for a 1-story right side addition

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Waldwick Environmental Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss ongoing projects and upcoming events. The agenda includes updates on a new member, a Styrofoam drive scheduled for September 27, and flower box maintenance.

• Next Styrofoam drive scheduled for Saturday, September 27
• Update on tee shirt project by Tom
• Update on flower boxes
• Swearing in of a new committee member
• Next meeting set for Thursday, October 16

The committee approved the minutes from the May 25 meeting. They scheduled a Styrofoam collection drive for September 27 and will plan a property walk of the Wyckoff Avenue Green Acres site. A new member's swearing-in was postponed to the next meeting. Dave Zilkowski announced his resignation at the end of the calendar year.

• Approved minutes from the May 25 meeting
• Scheduled next Expanded Polystyrene (Styrofoam) collection drive for Saturday, September 27
• Will schedule a property walk of the Wyckoff Avenue Green Acres site, requested on a Saturday
• Postponed swearing-in of new member Meghan until next meeting due to unavailable paperwork
• Will follow up with grant writers on materials for Flower Boxes and Composting Pilot projects
• Discussed inviting a Native Plant Society representative for a March presentation at the library
• Will follow up on T-shirt order status with Tatiana
• Dave Zilkowski announced resignation from the committee effective end of calendar year

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will consider joining the Jersey Strong Coastal Coalition to oppose the state's Energy Master Plan, which aims for 100% carbon-free electricity by 2035. They will also swear in three new police officers, introduce ordinances on fire department compensation and lead paint inspections, and vote on several contracts and appointments.

• Resolution 2025-248: Authorize joining the Jersey Strong Coastal Coalition against the NJ Energy Master Plan
• Award contract to AJM Contractors, Inc. for 2024/2025 CDBG curb ramp improvements, $66,645.00
• Award contract to Route 23 Automall for a 2025 Ford F-350 truck, $72,490.00
• Award contract to Foley Power Systems for two emergency generators, $153,702.00 each
• Accept resignation of Borough Administrator Steven Neale and appoint Tatiana Marquis as replacement

The council approved a consent agenda with 23 resolutions, including contracts for curb ramp improvements ($66,645), a Ford F-350 truck ($72,490), and two emergency generators ($153,702 each). They also adopted Ordinance 2025-#18 amending the fee schedule, introduced two ordinances on first reading, and accepted the resignation of Borough Administrator Steven Neale, appointing Tatiana Marquis as his replacement.

• Swore in Police Officer Jake Putterman
• Swore in SLEO III Officers Mario Cartas and Michael Christiansen
• Approved consent agenda with 23 resolutions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#18 amending fee schedule (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#19 on fire department compensation (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#20 on salary ranges for Municipal Clerk and Fire Department (first reading)
• Accepted resignation of Borough Administrator Steven Neale
• Appointed Tatiana Marquis as Borough Administrator

Planning Board

The Waldwick Planning Board will hold a formal session to consider a resolution for a major soil moving permit at 10 Birch Lane and a new site plan application for tenant review at 40 Hewson Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Resolution for major soil moving permit at 10 Birch Lane (Block 163.16, Lot 18.04)
• New application for site plan tenant review at 40 Hewson Avenue by Aden Waldwick Rail Terminal, LLC (Block 117, Lot 1.01, 1.0124)

The Waldwick Planning Board unanimously approved a tenant review application for Aden Waldwick Rail Terminal, LLC at 40 Hewson Avenue. The applicant will operate a sand, salt, gravel, and decorative stone storage yard, with no structural improvements. The Board also unanimously approved a one-year extension of approvals for the 289 Wyckoff Avenue housing project.

• Approved major soil moving permit resolution for Baliwala at 10 Birch Lane (unanimous, Schultz abstained)
• Approved tenant review for Aden Waldwick Rail Terminal, LLC at 40 Hewson Ave (unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension of site plan approvals for BCUW/Madeline Housing Partners at 289 Wyckoff Avenue (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a formal session on August 27, 2025, at 8:00 pm. The board will vote on resolutions for seven previously heard applications, including additions, decks, a garage, and a porch, and will hear one new application for a rear deck at 105 Grove Street.

• Resolution: 2nd story addition at 142 W. Prospect Street (Block 138, Lot 1)
• Resolution: Replace/enlarge deck and above-ground pool at 18 Waldwick Avenue (Block 76, Lot 15)
• Resolution: Rear addition, add-a-level, front porch at 61 Evergreen Street (Block 134.01, Lot 16)
• Resolution: Detached garage at 54 MacKay Avenue (Block 5, Lot 1)
• New application: Rear deck at 105 Grove Street (Block 39, Lot 53)

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment approved seven resolutions for various property improvements and a new application for a rear deck at 105 Grove Street. All votes were unanimous. No new or old business was discussed.

• Approved resolution for 142 W. Prospect Street (2nd story addition) (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for 18 Waldwick Avenue (deck and pool) (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for 61 Evergreen Street (rear addition, add-a-level, front porch) (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for 54 MacKay Avenue (detached garage) (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for 84 Donald Place (rear covered deck, roof eaves) (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for 42 Schuler Avenue (rear addition, add-a-level, deck) (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for 87 Highwood Avenue (front porch) (unanimous)
• Approved new application for rear deck at 105 Grove Street (unanimous)

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding a $767,000 contract to Waystar Industries Corp. for roofing and HVAC replacement at the police firing range, authorizing a NJDEP application for a mixed-use redevelopment on Harrison Avenue, and not renewing a Crown Castle lease to assume ownership of a monopole at 19 Industrial Park. A public hearing is scheduled for an ordinance increasing the administrative fee for off-duty police employment to 8%.

• Award $767,000 contract to Waystar Industries Corp. for Police Firing Range roofing and HVAC replacement
• Authorize NJDEP Treatment Works Approval application for Harrison Avenue Redevelopment LLC mixed-use project (21 apartments, 21 townhouses, retail)
• Choose not to renew Crown Castle lease and assume ownership of monopole at 19 Industrial Park
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-17 to increase administrative fee for off-duty police employment to 8%
• Appoint Jake Putterman as a police officer and Mario Cartas and Michael Christiansen as Special Law Enforcement Officers III

The Council approved a resolution choosing not to renew the Crown Castle lease for the cell tower at 19 Industrial Park and to assume ownership of the monopole. The Council also awarded a $767,000 contract to Waystar Industries Corp. for police firing range roofing and HVAC replacement, and adopted an ordinance increasing the administrative fee for off-duty police officer escrow to 8%. Several personnel appointments were approved, including a new police officer and two SLEO IIIs.

• Approved Resolution 2025-227: Choosing not to renew the Crown Castle lease and to assume ownership of the monopole at 19 Industrial Park.
• Approved Resolution 2025-226: Awarded a fair and open contract to Waystar Industries Corp. for Police Firing Range roofing and HVAC replacement, $767,000.
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#17: Amends Chapter 48 Fees to increase the administrative fee for off-duty police officer escrow to 8%.
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#18: Amends Chapter 48 Fees to include a fee for calendar ads; public hearing set for September 9, 2025.
• Approved Resolution 2025-234: Appointment of Jake Putterman as a Police Officer.
• Approved Resolution 2025-235: Appointment of Mario Cartas as Special Law Enforcement Officer III.
• Approved Resolution 2025-236: Appointment of Michael Christiansen as Special Law Enforcement Officer III.
• Approved Resolution 2025-237: Appointment of Casey Vece as Part Time Clerk 1 in Police Department.

Planning Board

The Waldwick Planning Board will hold a formal session to consider a new application for a major soil moving permit at 10 Birch Lane (Block 163.16, Lot 18.04). The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 9 and standard procedural items.

• New application: BALIWALA for a major soil moving permit at 10 Birch Lane (SM 25-2)

The Waldwick Planning Board unanimously approved a major soil moving permit for Chirag Baliwala at 10 Birch Lane. A neighbor raised concerns about drainage and runoff, but the applicant agreed to share plans and address any issues. No other applications or business were considered.

• Approved major soil moving permit for 10 Birch Lane (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Waldwick Zoning Board will hold a formal session to consider seven new applications for residential additions, decks, and a detached garage. One application (Walters at 105 Grove Street) has been postponed to August 27. No resolutions are scheduled for adoption.

• PIC: 2nd story addition at 142 W. Prospect Street (Block 138, Lot 1)
• Dechert: replace/enlarge existing deck and above-ground pool at 18 Waldwick Avenue (Block 76, Lot 15)
• Cassidy: rear addition, add-a-level, front porch at 61 Evergreen Street (Block 134.01, Lot 16)
• Jamros: detached garage at 54 MacKay Avenue (Block 5, Lot 1)
• Leonard: rear 1-story addition, add-a-level, deck at 42 Schuler Avenue (Block 149, Lot 72)

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment approved all eight new applications for residential variances, including additions, decks, and a garage. One application was postponed due to inadequate notice. All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved rear deck at 105 Grove Street (postponed to Aug 27)
• Approved rear addition/add-a-level/front porch at 61 Evergreen St (unanimous)
• Approved detached garage at 54 MacKay Ave (unanimous)
• Approved rear covered deck/roof eaves at 84 Donald Pl (unanimous)
• Approved rear addition/add-a-level/deck at 42 Schuler Ave (unanimous)
• Approved front porch at 87 Highwood Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 2nd story addition at 142 W. Prospect St (unanimous)
• Approved deck enlargement/pool at 18 Waldwick Ave (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Waldwick Board of Health is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from April 17, 2025, and receive activity and registrar reports for April through June 2025. New business includes grant updates and the 2025 rabies clinic. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2025
• Activity reports for April–June 2025
• Registrar's reports for April–June 2025
• Grant updates
• 2025 Rabies Clinic

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding a $144,301.62 contract for Lions Memorial Playground equipment, accepting a $78,155 county grant for handicap-accessible ramps, and awarding a contract for police firing range roofing and HVAC replacement (amount not specified). They will also introduce an ordinance to increase the administrative fee for off-duty police employment to 8%.

• Award contract to Ben Shaffer Recreation for Lions Memorial Playground equipment, $144,301.62
• Accept $78,155 County of Bergen CDBG grant for handicap-accessible ramps
• Award contract for Police Firing Range Roofing & HVAC Replacement Project (amount not specified)
• Introduce Ordinance No. 2025-17 to increase administrative fee for off-duty police employment to 8%
• Award $21,500 contract to Boswell Engineering for ADA curb ramp upgrades

The Council voted 4-3 to award a $25,000 contract to Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. for redevelopment counsel, separating that role from the Borough Attorney. The contract runs through the end of the year and will be funded by redeveloper escrow accounts. Three members opposed, citing lack of review of all proposals and questioning the need for separate counsel.

• Approved Resolution 2025-206 awarding a $25,000 redevelopment counsel contract to Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A. (4-3 vote)
• Approved Consent Agenda resolutions 2025-203 through 2025-221, with removal of 2025-205 and 2025-206 for separate action
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#17 to increase the administrative fee for off-duty police officer escrow to 8%, with a public hearing set for August 12, 2025
• Approved policy votes for Pavilion A and B rentals and Veterans Park field use by Waldwick Futbol Club
• Approved Resolution 2025-209 awarding $144,301.62 to Ben Shaffer Recreation for Lions Memorial Playground equipment
• Approved Resolution 2025-208 awarding a $21,500 contract to Boswell Engineering for CDBG ADA curb ramp upgrades
• Approved Resolution 2025-211 accepting a donation from Columbia Bank for two concerts in Borough Park
• Approved Resolution 2025-216 appointing Ryan Dunn as Full Time Communications Officer

Planning Board

The Waldwick Planning Board will hold a formal session to consider resolutions for a site plan and soil moving permit for Harrison Avenue redevelopment and a tenant review for a food service restaurant at the former Boston Market location on Wyckoff Avenue. The meeting also includes a conceptual review of a subdivision at 32 Hopper Avenue. No new applications are scheduled.

• Resolution for Harrison Avenue Block 107, Lots 1, 3, 5, 7-11 Redevelopment LLC Site Plan and Soil Moving Permit
• Resolution for Yeero Street LLC tenant review at 20 Wyckoff Avenue (former Boston Market) for a food service restaurant
• Conceptual review of Arciszewski subdivision at 32 Hopper Avenue

The Waldwick Planning Board approved two resolutions: one for a site plan and soil moving permit on Harrison Avenue (4-2-1), and one for a tenant review at 20 Wyckoff Avenue (unanimous). No formal applications were heard; the board held a conceptual review of a proposed subdivision at 32 Hopper Avenue, which members found reasonable but no decision was made.

• Approved Resolution 25-1 for Harrison Avenue Redevelopment LLC site plan and soil moving permit (4-2-1)
• Approved Resolution SR 588 for Yeero Street LLC tenant review at 20 Wyckoff Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 23, 2025 (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Waldwick Zoning Board will hold a formal session to consider two new applications: a second-story addition at 142 W. Prospect Street and a deck replacement with above-ground pool at 18 Waldwick Avenue. The board will also vote on a resolution for a roof overhang at 5 Emmet Place and discuss an extension request for 78 Dora Avenue.

• Resolution for roof overhang at 5 Emmet Place (Block 44, Lot 23)
• New application: 2nd story addition at 142 W. Prospect Street (Block 138, Lot 1)
• New application: replace and enlarge existing deck and above-ground pool at 18 Waldwick Avenue (Block 76, Lot 15)
• Extension request for Ene-Birleanu at 78 Dora Avenue

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a one-year extension for the Ene-Birleanu project at 78 Dora Ave., moving the deadline to August 28, 2026, due to financial delays. Two new applications (PIC at 142 W. Prospect Street and Dechert at 18 Waldwick Avenue) were postponed to July 23 because of inadequate notices. The board also approved the minutes from May 28, 2025, and a resolution for a roof overhang at 5 Emmet Place.

• Approved one-year extension for Ene-Birleanu construction at 78 Dora Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Perrow roof overhang at 5 Emmet Place (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 28, 2025 (unanimous)
• Postponed PIC application at 142 W. Prospect Street to July 23 due to inadequate notices
• Postponed Dechert application at 18 Waldwick Avenue to July 23 due to inadequate notices

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance to increase the number of patrol officers from 13 to 14. They will also consider consent agenda items including a $327,465 contract for Lions Memorial Playground improvements, a $201,641.45 contract for Schuler Avenue improvements, and several grant applications for road projects. The agenda includes multiple requests for block parties and pavilion use with alcohol service.

• Ordinance 2025-16 to increase police patrol officers from 13 to 14
• Award $327,465 contract to Green Valley Group for Lions Memorial Playground improvements
• Award $201,641.45 contract to 4 Clean-Up Inc. for Schuler Avenue improvements
• Authorize submission of grant applications for West Prospect Street and Hudson Avenue Section 3 improvements
• Approve block party requests for Brearly Crescent and Central Avenue with alcohol service

The Waldwick Mayor and Council adopted Ordinance 2025-16, increasing the number of patrol officers from 13 to 14. The council also approved a consent agenda including contracts for playground and road improvements, grant applications, and various appointments. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-16 increasing patrol officers from 13 to 14 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 25 resolutions (5-0)
• Awarded $327,465 contract to Green Valley Group for Lions Memorial Playground improvements
• Awarded $201,641.45 contract to 4 Clean-Up Inc. for Schuler Avenue improvements
• Endorsed Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
• Approved liquor license renewals for 2025/2026
• Appointed Douglas Rosenberg as full-time Communications Officer
• Accepted resignation of Sumbal Nadeem as Communications Officer

Planning Board

The Waldwick Planning Board will hold a public hearing and review the Borough's draft Fourth Round COAH Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. The board will also consider a conceptual subdivision at 32 Hopper Avenue and continue a site plan application for the Harrison Avenue Redevelopment project. Resolutions for major soil moving permits related to Waldwick High School field turf and parking lot improvements are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Borough's draft Fourth Round COAH Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
• Conceptual review of a subdivision at 32 Hopper Avenue
• Continued site plan and soil moving permit for Harrison Avenue Redevelopment LLC (Block 107, Lots 1, 3, 5, 7-11)
• Resolution SM 25-1: Major soil moving permit for WHS field turf and site improvements at 155 Wyckoff Avenue
• Resolution SM 25-2: Major soil moving permit for WHS parking lot improvements at 155 Wyckoff Avenue

The Board approved a site plan and soil moving permit for a mixed-use development at Harrison Avenue, including 21 apartments and 21 townhouses, with a 6-2 vote. The applicant addressed fire safety concerns by collaborating with the Fire Chief. The Board also approved resolutions for the Board of Education's field turf and parking lot improvements, the Borough's Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, and a tenant review for a Greek restaurant at 20 Wyckoff Avenue.

• Approved Harrison Avenue redevelopment site plan and soil moving permit (6-2)
• Approved Resolution for Board of Education field turf and site improvements at 155 Wyckoff Avenue (unanimous, Schatz abstained)
• Approved Resolution for Board of Education parking lot improvements at 155 Wyckoff Avenue (unanimous, Schatz abstained)
• Approved Resolution for Borough's Housing Element and Fourth Round Fair Share Plan (unanimous)
• Approved tenant review for Greek restaurant at 20 Wyckoff Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 7, 2025 (unanimous)

Waldwick Access For All Advisory Committee

The committee heard from the Board of Education president about accessible parking at renovated schools and from the new Environmental Committee about potential collaboration. Members expressed frustration about being excluded from park renovation plan reviews despite earlier assurances. A meeting with NJ Transit is set for June 18 to address station accessibility issues, including a missing platform plate.

• Paused for a moment of silence for the Macleod family
• Scheduled NJ Transit meeting for June 18 to discuss station changes
• Discussed need to contact Steve Neale about park renovation oversight
• Noted outreach from resident Cristina Marcovich regarding awareness efforts
• Discussed social media intern role with Gianna Marco and potential future scholarship

Planning Board

The June 4, 2025 formal session of the Waldwick Planning Board has been canceled. All agenda items are carried to the June 23, 2025 meeting.

• Meeting canceled; all items rescheduled to June 23, 2025
• Originally scheduled: resolutions for Board of Education SM 25-1 and SM 25-2 (Lan Associates)
• Originally scheduled: continued application for Harrison Avenue Redevelopment LLC (155 Wyckoff Avenue, Block 107, Lots 1, 3, 5, 7-11) — site plan and soil moving permit
• Originally scheduled: conceptual review of 32 Hopper Avenue subdivision
• Originally scheduled: review of Borough's draft 4th round COAH Housing Element and Fair Share Plan

Zoning Board

The Waldwick Zoning Board will hold a formal session to consider four resolutions for previously discussed projects and two new applications. The resolutions involve converting garages into living space, adding a shed, a second-floor addition, a covered front ramp, and a new garage. The new applications propose a front roof overhang and a second-story addition.

• Resolution for Wilson at 38 Campbell Street: convert garage into living space, install shed, 2nd floor addition
• Resolution for Corrado at 15 Campbell Street: convert garage into living space
• Resolution for Spreen at 28 Kennedy Drive: covered front ramp, rear addition/add-a-level
• New application for Perrow at 5 Emmet Place: build front roof overhang
• New application for PIC at 142 W. Prospect Street: 2nd story addition over existing footprint

The Waldwick Zoning Board approved four resolutions for property modifications (garage conversions, additions, ramp, and new garage) and a new application for a roof overhang at 5 Emmet Place. One new application for a second-story addition at 142 W. Prospect Street was postponed to June 25 due to inadequate notice.

• Approved resolution for Wilson at 38 Campbell Street: convert garage to living space, install shed, 2nd floor addition
• Approved resolution for Corrado at 15 Campbell Street: convert garage to living space
• Approved resolution for Spreen at 28 Kennedy Drive: covered front ramp, rear addition/add-a-level
• Approved resolution for Van Dyke at 31 Grove Street: demolish existing detached garage, build new 19.6' x 27' garage
• Approved Perrow application at 5 Emmet Place: roof overhang (unanimous)
• Postponed PIC application at 142 W. Prospect Street: 2nd story addition to June 25

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including creating special law enforcement officers, increasing patrol officers from 13 to 14, and amending employee salaries. They will also approve towing contracts, liquor license renewals, and a resolution supporting the Major Richard Star Act for veterans' benefits.

• Ordinance 2025-#13 creating the position of Special Law Enforcement Officers
• Ordinance 2025-#16 to increase patrol officers from 13 to 14
• Ordinance 2025-#15 amending compensation for borough officials and employees
• Approval of towing contracts for All Points Towing, City Wie Towing, and Rondale Towing for June 2025–May 2026
• Liquor license renewals for Nellie's Place Inc. ($2,500), W's Village Grille ($2,500), and American Legion Post 57 ($160)

The Waldwick Borough Council adopted four ordinances on second reading: amending towing regulations (fee increase to $500), creating special law enforcement officer positions, vacating an easement on Richard Drive, and amending the 2025 salary ordinance to include fire department officer pay. The council also approved a consent agenda including liquor license renewals, towing contracts, and a developer's agreement assignment for 6 Monroe, and passed a resolution setting 2025 salaries for all borough officials and employees. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-12 amending towing regulations, increasing licensing fee to $500 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-13 creating special law enforcement officer positions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-14 vacating an easement on Block 18.04 Lot 2 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-15 amending 2025 salary ordinance to add fire department officer pay (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-176 setting 2025 salaries for all borough officials and employees (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewals, towing contracts, and developer's agreement assignment for 6 Monroe (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-16 to increase patrol officers from 13 to 14, public hearing set for July 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-167 supporting the Major Richard Star Act (unanimous)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will discuss increasing fines for littering and feeding wild animals, citing average fines from national sources. They will also review old business including flower boxes, composting, and Earth Day cleanup, and discuss new committee members.

• Discussion of upping fines for littering and feeding wild animals, with reference to average fines of $50-$500 for feeding and $100-$1000 for littering
• Review of flower boxes, composting, and Earth Day cleanup projects
• Discussion of new committee members
• Next Styrofoam drive scheduled for July 26

The Environmental Advisory Committee met on May 20, 2025, with no public comments. They discussed a follow-up meeting with Steven Neale on the Flower Box Project and SourceCompost, proposed a fine increase for feeding fowl and littering, and discussed reviving the Green Team. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• No formal votes or decisions were made; all items were discussed or proposed for future action.

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $395,501.87 road rehabilitation contract and several other contracts and appointments. Public hearings are scheduled for ordinances updating flood damage prevention rules and residential lighting/sound regulations. New ordinances will be introduced on towing fees, special law enforcement officers, and an easement vacation.

• Award of $395,501.87 contract to P.M. Construction Corp. for 2025 Road Rehabilitation Project
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-10 to repeal and replace flood damage prevention chapter
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-11 to regulate lighting in residential districts
• Introduction of Ordinance 2025-13 creating Special Law Enforcement Officer position
• Award of $55,800 contract to Community Grants, Planning & Housing for housing rehabilitation services

The Council awarded a $395,501.87 contract to P.M. Construction Corp. for the 2025 Road Rehabilitation Project and adopted two ordinances: one updating flood damage prevention rules to comply with NJDEP and FEMA regulations, and another regulating lighting in residential districts. The Council also introduced four new ordinances on first reading, including one creating a Special Law Enforcement Officer position for school safety. Consent agenda items included appointments, bid authorizations, and a grant-writing contract with Bruno Associates for $30,000.

• Approved Resolution 2025-148: Award of $395,501.87 contract to P.M. Construction Corp. for 2025 Road Rehabilitation Project
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#10: Amending flood damage prevention code to comply with NJDEP and FEMA regulations
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#11: Amending lighting and sound systems code to regulate residential district lighting
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#12 on first reading: Increasing towing licensing fee to $500
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#13 on first reading: Creating Special Law Enforcement Officer position for school safety
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#14 on first reading: Vacating an easement on Block 18.04 Lot 2 on Richard Drive
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#15 on first reading: Fixing salaries for non-bargaining unit positions
• Approved Resolution 2025-150: Award of $30,000 contract to Bruno Associates for grant writing services

Planning Board

The Waldwick Planning Board will hold a formal session to consider resolutions and applications, including a minor subdivision on Grove Street, two major soil moving permits for Waldwick High School improvements, and a continued site plan for the Harrison Avenue redevelopment. The board will also swear in a new member and approve prior minutes.

• Resolution for Schulhafer minor subdivision at 32 & 36 Grove Street (Block 17, Lots 45 & 47) to realign lot line
• New application: Board of Education, 155 Wyckoff Avenue, WHS Field Turf and Site Improvements, Major Soil Moving Permit (SM 25-1)
• New application: Board of Education, 155 Wyckoff Avenue, WHS Parking Lot Improvements, Major Soil Moving Permit (SM 25-2)
• Continued application: Harrison Avenue Redevelopment LLC, site plan and soil moving permit (25-1) for Block 107, Lots 1, 3, 5, 7-11
• Swearing in of new member James Schultz

The Waldwick Planning Board approved two major soil moving permits for the Board of Education: one for a new turf field and site improvements at Waldwick High School, and another for parking lot improvements. Both applications were approved as a single motion, with members Schultz and Schatz abstaining. The board also approved a minor subdivision for realignment of a lot line at 32 & 36 Grove Street, and continued a public hearing for the Harrison Avenue redevelopment site plan to June 4.

• Approved minor subdivision (SUB-25-1) for realignment of lot line at 32 & 36 Grove Street (Schulhafer).
• Approved major soil moving permit (SM 25-1) for WHS field turf and site improvements at 155 Wyckoff Avenue.
• Approved major soil moving permit (SM 25-2) for WHS parking lot improvements at 155 Wyckoff Avenue.
• Continued public hearing for Harrison Avenue Redevelopment LLC site plan and soil moving permit (25-1) to June 4, 2025.
• Approved minutes of the April 2, 2025 meeting as submitted.
• Swore in James Schultz as Alternate #2 board member.

Council Meetings

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2025 municipal budget. They will also consider a mediation agreement with the New Jersey Builders Association that would set the Borough's affordable-housing obligation at 19 present-need and 164 prospective-need units. Several traffic ordinances and a flood-damage-prevention ordinance are up for adoption or introduction.

• Public hearing and adoption of the 2025 Municipal Budget
• Mediation agreement with NJ Builders Association setting COAH obligation at 19 present-need and 164 prospective-need units
• Ordinance to add no-left-turn restrictions on Ridge Street onto Summit Avenue during school hours
• Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 52 (Flood Damage Prevention) and adopt new flood hazard maps
• Resolution authorizing cancellation of taxes for 197 Wyckoff Ave and 9 Brady St, purchased by the Borough

The council adopted the 2025 municipal budget, which includes a 3.4% tax increase costing the average homeowner about $79 per year. Four traffic safety ordinances were also adopted to improve school drop-off and pick-up zones. Two new ordinances were introduced on first reading: one updating flood damage prevention regulations and another regulating residential lighting.

• Adopted 2025 Municipal Budget with 3.4% tax increase (vote not specified)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#06 prohibiting parking on Zazzetti Street between 20-2 and 20-3
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#07 making Summit Avenue one-way east between Nordham and Ridge streets during school hours
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#08 prohibiting left turn from Ridge Street onto Summit Avenue during school hours
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#09 amending no-left-turn hours at 155 Wyckoff Avenue
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#10 to repeal and replace flood damage prevention chapter (public hearing May 13)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#11 to regulate residential lighting (public hearing May 13)
• Approved consent agenda including 16 resolutions (various votes)

Zoning Board

The Waldwick Zoning Board will hold a formal session to approve minutes and resolutions from prior meetings, and hear five new applications for residential projects such as garage conversions, additions, and a new garage. The meeting includes public comment and adjournment.

• Resolution for Miller at 71 W. Saddle River Road: addition and alteration, and soil moving permit
• New application by Wilson at 38 Campbell Street: convert garage to living space, install shed, 2nd floor addition
• New application by Spreen at 28 Kennedy Drive: covered front ramp and rear addition/add-a-level
• New application by Van Dyke at 31 Grove Street: demolish existing detached garage, build new 19.6' x 27' garage
• New application by Perrow at 5 Emmet Place: build front roof overhang

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment approved four new applications for residential additions, garage conversions, and a ramp/addition, all by unanimous votes. The board also approved resolutions for five previously heard applications and granted a one-year extension of a prior resolution. No public comments were received.

• Approved Wilson application for garage conversion, shed, and 2nd-floor addition at 38 Campbell Street (unanimous)
• Approved Corrado application for garage conversion and patio at 15 Campbell Street (unanimous)
• Approved Spreen application for covered front ramp and rear addition at 28 Kennedy Drive (unanimous; Sanzo recused)
• Approved Van Dyke application to demolish and rebuild garage at 31 Grove Street (unanimous)
• Approved resolutions for Miller, Cabibbo, Rosazza, and Lynch applications (unanimous)
• Granted one-year extension of resolution for Suruj, 3 E. Prospect Street, to May 22, 2025
• Postponed Perrow application at 5 Emmet Place to May 28, 2025 due to inadequate notice

Board of Health

The Waldwick Board of Health is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from January 16, 2025, and receive activity and registrar's reports for January through March 2025. They will also discuss old business, including the 2025 meeting schedule and annual report, and new business, such as grant updates. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 16, 2025
• Activity reports for January-March 2025
• Registrar's reports for January-March 2025
• Discussion of 2025 meeting schedule and annual report
• Grant updates

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and vote on three bond ordinances totaling $3.39 million for public improvements, equipment, and water utility projects. They will also consider a resolution endorsing a $75,000 historic preservation grant application for the Erie Railroad Signal Tower, and introduce traffic-related ordinances. The consent agenda includes appointments, event approvals, and a collective bargaining agreement with the Public Works Employees Association.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 2025-03: $2,270,000 bond for various public improvements and equipment
• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 2025-04: $1,120,000 bond for water utility improvements and equipment
• Resolution 2025-118: Endorse submission of $75,000 Bergen County Historic Preservation Trust Fund grant for Erie Railroad Signal Tower renovations
• Resolution 2025-122: Authorize execution of collective bargaining agreement with Waldwick Public Works Employees Association for 2025-2027
• Resolution 2025-123: Waive permit fees for Waldwick High School parking lot expansion and baseball turf field

The Council adopted three ordinances on second reading: a $2,270,000 general capital bond for public improvements and equipment, a $1,120,000 water utility bond, and a cap bank ordinance to allow exceeding the state budget cap. The Council also introduced four traffic-related ordinances for first reading, including no-parking on Zazzetti Street, one-way traffic on Summit Avenue near Traphagen School, a no-left-turn from Ridge Street onto Summit Avenue, and adjusted no-left-turn hours at 155 Wyckoff Avenue. A settlement of 164 affordable housing units was agreed upon in court, down from the original 178 units.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#03: $2,270,000 bond for public improvements and equipment.
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#04: $1,120,000 bond for water utility capital projects.
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#05: cap bank ordinance to exceed the municipal budget cost-of-living allowance.
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#06: no-parking zone on Zazzetti Street between 20-2 and 20-3.
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#07: one-way traffic east on Summit Avenue between Nordham and Ridge streets during school hours.
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#08: no left turn from Ridge Street onto Summit Avenue during school hours.
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#09: amended no-left-turn hours at 155 Wyckoff Avenue.
• Approved consent agenda including appointments, event requests, and a collective bargaining agreement for Public Works employees.

Planning Board

The Waldwick Planning Board will hold a formal session to consider two new applications: a minor subdivision to realign a lot line at 32 & 36 Grove Street, and a site plan and soil moving permit for Harrison Avenue Redevelopment LLC. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• SCHULHAFER 32 & 36 Grove Street — Minor Subdivision (SUB-25-1) to realign lot line
• HARRISON AVENUE REDEVELOPMENT LLC — Site Plan and Soil Moving Permit (25-1) for Block 107, Lots 1, 3, 5, 7-11
• Approval of minutes from March 5, 2025

The Waldwick Planning Board approved a minor subdivision for two lots on Grove Street and continued a major site plan application for a mixed-use redevelopment on Harrison Avenue. The subdivision application by Schulhafer for 32 & 36 Grove Street was approved unanimously. The Harrison Avenue Redevelopment LLC application for a 21-unit mixed-use building with commercial space and six affordable housing units was continued to the May 7 meeting after an extension of time was granted.

• Approved Schulhafer minor subdivision at 32 & 36 Grove Street to realign lot lines and make both lots conforming (unanimous vote).
• Continued Harrison Avenue Redevelopment LLC site plan and soil moving permit application to May 7, 2025.
• Noted that Mayor Giordano recused himself from the Harrison Avenue application.
• Approved minutes of March 5, 2025 as submitted.
• No resolutions were adopted.
• No old business was discussed.
• Board chair reminded members to complete annual online financial disclosure statements.
• Meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m.

Zoning Board

The Waldwick Zoning Board will hold a formal session to consider resolutions for previously heard applications and hear four new applications for residential additions, alterations, and a fence. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and swearing in a new member.

• Resolution for DALIE at 1 Salrit Avenue to convert partial area of garage
• Resolution for LEONE at 64 Waldwick Avenue to convert garage
• New application for MILLER at 71 W. Saddle River Road for addition and alteration, plus a soil moving permit
• New application for CABIBBO at 35 Mackay Avenue for 2nd floor addition over garage
• New application for LYNCH at 80 Moore Avenue for a 6' fence

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment approved five applications at its March 26, 2025 formal session. Approved items included a new home with variances at 71 W. Saddle River Road, a second-floor addition over a garage at 35 Mackay Avenue, a rear addition and second story at 27 Cambra Road, a 6-foot fence at 80 Moore Avenue, and resolutions for garage conversions and additions at four other properties. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved new home with rear yard setback and floor ratio variances at 71 W. Saddle River Road (unanimous)
• Approved soil moving permit for 71 W. Saddle River Road (unanimous)
• Approved second-floor addition over garage at 35 Mackay Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved rear addition and second story at 27 Cambra Road (unanimous)
• Approved 6-foot fence at 80 Moore Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved resolutions for garage conversions and additions at Dalie, Leone, Oates, and Freeman properties (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Swore in new member Bruce Mitchell as Alternate #2

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a $2.27 million bond ordinance for various public improvements and equipment, and a $1.12 million bond for water utility improvements. They will also introduce the 2025 municipal budget and consider a cap bank ordinance. Several community event permits and fee waivers are on the consent agenda.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-#02 amending municipal swimming pool fees
• Introduction of $2,270,000 bond ordinance for public improvements and equipment
• Introduction of $1,120,000 bond ordinance for water utility improvements
• Introduction of 2025 Municipal Budget and cap bank ordinance
• Approval of temporary emergency appropriation of $78,000 for Water Utility Fund

The Council adopted Ordinance 2025-#02, amending municipal pool fees, with the removal of free employee memberships. It also introduced three ordinances on first reading: a $2.27M bond for capital improvements, a $1.12M water utility bond, and a cap bank ordinance. The 2025 budget was introduced with a 3.47% tax increase, and a public hearing is set for April 29.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#02 (pool fees) as amended, removing free employee memberships
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#03, $2.27M bond for public improvements (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#04, $1.12M water utility bond (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#05, cap bank ordinance (first reading)
• Introduced 2025 budget with 3.47% tax increase, public hearing April 29
• Approved consent agenda including permits, raffle licenses, and temporary appropriations

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Waldwick Environmental Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss old and new business items, including a guest speaker on composting, an Earth Day cleanup, and updates on beautification and open space projects. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Guest speaker on composting
• Allendale Green Team Styrofoam collection update
• Deer crossing sign discussion
• Earth Day cleanup date decision
• Beautification replanting update

The Environmental Advisory Committee heard a presentation from Source Compost about starting a food waste composting pilot program, possibly with a drop-off at the DPW. The committee discussed but did not vote on any proposals; they considered writing a letter of support for a grant application. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved February 2025 meeting minutes (motion to skip reading)
• Discussed composting pilot program with Source Compost (no vote)
• Discussed writing a letter of support for Source Compost grant (no vote)
• Scheduled next meeting for April 17, 2025

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will hold a regular and budget meeting on March 11, 2025. Key actions include issuing up to $6.1 million in water utility bonds for system treatment improvements, awarding contracts for a police vehicle and water main projects, and introducing an ordinance to amend municipal pool fees. The council will also discuss the overall redevelopment plan and the 2025 municipal budget.

• Resolution 2025-97: Issue up to $6,100,000 in Water Utility Bonds, Series 2025, for water system treatment improvements
• Resolution 2025-99: Award $53,122.38 contract to Gentilini Motors for a Police Department Tahoe
• Resolution 2025-100: Award $38,000 contract to Boswell Engineering for Evergreen-Hemlock & Bergen-Sheridan Water Main Replacement inspection
• Resolution 2025-101: Award $65,000 contract to Boswell Engineering for Malcolm St. Pumping Station Rehab inspection
• Ordinance 2025-#02: Introduce amendment to Chapter 48:87-7 on municipal swimming pool fees

The council approved a consent agenda including $6.1M in water utility bonds, a $53,122 police Tahoe purchase, and professional services contracts for water main projects. They also introduced an ordinance to amend municipal pool fees and discussed a proposed increase in volunteer fire department stipends from $25,000 to $50,000.

• Approved $6,100,000 Water Utility Bonds, Series 2025 (consent agenda)
• Awarded $53,122.38 contract to Gentilini Motors for police Tahoe (consent agenda)
• Awarded $38,000 contract to Boswell Engineering for water main inspection (consent agenda)
• Awarded $65,000 contract to Boswell Engineering for pumping station rehab inspection (consent agenda)
• Awarded $93,000 contract to H2M for hydraulic study (consent agenda)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#02 amending municipal pool fees (first reading)
• Appointed Joseph Myerjack and Bruce Mitchell to Board of Adjustments (consent agenda)
• Approved multiple pavilion and pool use requests for events (consent agenda)

Planning Board

The Waldwick Planning Board will hold a formal session to consider resolutions for two site plan and major soil movement permits at 17 and 25 Walter Hammond Place, and to adopt an Open Space and Recreation Plan as an element of the Master Plan. No new applications are scheduled, but the board will receive a presentation on the Waldwick Board of Education's proposed turf field and site improvements at Waldwick High School.

• Resolution for site plan and major soil movement permit at 17 Walter Hammond Place (Block 109.01, Lots 1 & 5.02)
• Resolution for site plan and major soil movement permit at 25 Walter Hammond Place (Block 108, Lot 7)
• Adoption of Open Space and Recreation Plan as an element of the Master Plan
• Presentation of Waldwick BOE field turf and site improvements at Waldwick High School, 155 Wyckoff Avenue

The Waldwick Planning Board approved resolutions for two site plan and major soil movement permits for 17 and 25 Walter Hammond Place, and adopted the Open Space and Recreation Plan as an element of the Master Plan. The board also reviewed a proposal for turf fields and parking improvements at Waldwick High School, directing the attorney to prepare a review letter to the Board of Education.

• Approved site plan and major soil movement permit for 17 Walter Hammond Place (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and major soil movement permit for 25 Walter Hammond Place (unanimous)
• Adopted Open Space and Recreation Plan as Master Plan element (unanimous, Schatz abstained)
• Directed attorney to prepare review letter to Board of Education on high school field and parking proposal (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a formal session to consider four new applications for property modifications, including garage conversions and home additions. The board will also swear in a new member and approve minutes from the previous meeting. No resolutions are scheduled for this session.

• Application 24-U: Convert partial garage area at 1 Salrit Avenue (Block 120, Lot 9)
• Application 24-V: Convert garage at 64 Waldwick Avenue (Block 23, Lot 1)
• Application 25-A: Rear 2-story addition at 74 Moore Avenue (Block 7, Lot 55)
• Application 25-B: Covered front porch and 2nd story addition at 59 Bergen Avenue (Block 11, Lot 10)
• Swearing in of new member Joe Myerjack as Alternate #2

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment approved four new applications: two garage conversions (Dalie and Leone), a rear two-story addition (Oates), and a second-story addition with porch (Freeman). All votes were unanimous. The board also approved resolutions for its professional advisors and swore in a new alternate member.

• Approved Dalie application to convert garage into laundry room (unanimous)
• Approved Leone application to convert garage into living room (unanimous)
• Approved Oates application for rear two-story addition (unanimous)
• Approved Freeman application for second-story addition and covered front porch (unanimous)
• Approved resolutions for Board Attorney, Planner, and Engineer (unanimous)
• Swore in Joe Myerjack as Alternate #2
• Accepted resignation of Blain Bradley

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will hold a regular and budget meeting, including discussion of the 2025 municipal budget and a traffic study. They will vote on several resolutions, including a request for the Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority to address odor issues from its facility, and a contract with Phoenix Advisors for redevelopment financial consulting not to exceed $7,500.

• Resolution requesting NBCUA address odor issues from its sewer treatment facility
• Authorize agreement with Phoenix Advisors for redevelopment financial advisors, up to $7,500
• Redemption of tax title lien #19-00623 for 41 White Pond Road, $131,115.40
• Waiver of interest on 2024 added/omitted tax bills due to late delivery
• Discussion of 2025 Municipal Budget and Traffic Study

The council approved Resolution 2025-87 requesting the Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority address odor issues from its facility that now affect the entire borough. The resolution was adopted with a vote of 4-2 (Ramundo and Weber voting no). The council also discussed a potential tower lease that could generate $317,500 annually, and reviewed the 2025 municipal budget and traffic study improvements.

• Approved Resolution 2025-87 requesting NBCUA address odor issues (4-2)
• Approved Consent Agenda resolutions including minutes, legal notice support, and various authorizations
• Discussed wireless communication tower lease at 19 Industrial Park expiring in August
• Discussed 2025 municipal budget with $2,019,000 in capital items
• Discussed traffic study improvements including four-way stop, LED signs, and crosswalks

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Waldron Environmental Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss several ongoing projects, including replanting off Route 17, scheduling a monthly cleanup, and updating Sustainable Jersey Bronze action items. New business includes a newsletter, a funded sustainability opportunity, and a Styrofoam collection event with the Allendale Green Team. The meeting will also feature a public comment period and approval of previous minutes.

• Beautification: replanting off Route 17
• Monthly cleanup schedule to be determined
• Sustainable Jersey Bronze action items
• Compost pilot program update
• Allendale Green Team Styrofoam collection

The Environmental Advisory Committee discussed several ongoing projects but made no final decisions. They reviewed plans for replanting the cloverleaf area by Route 17, targeting a March cleanup, and proposed deer crossing signs. No votes were taken on any items.

• Approved January 16, 2025 meeting minutes with minor clarifications
• Sworn in Dave Zilkowski and Joe Oravetz for 3-year terms until December 31, 2027
• Discussed but did not vote on participating in EPS collection with other municipalities
• Tabled monthly cleanup date until March due to cold weather
• Proposed deer crossing sign locations along West Prospect Street and other areas

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a new stormwater management ordinance to comply with updated NJ DEP requirements. They will also discuss the 2025 municipal budget and consider several consent agenda items, including a $15,000 contract for a water utility evaluation.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 2025-#01, repealing and replacing the stormwater management ordinance to meet NJ DEP standards
• Discussion of the 2025 Municipal Budget
• Authorize agreement with Phoenix Advisors for water utility evaluation, not to exceed $15,000
• Approve support for Assembly Bill A-4649 to provide cancer screening for volunteer firefighters
• Accept resignation of per diem crossing guard Taher Rizkalla

The council adopted a stormwater management ordinance to comply with NJDEP requirements and appointed Joseph Myerjack to the Board of Adjustment as Alternate No. 2. They also authorized a sub-lease for Waldwick High School baseball to use borough fields during turf installation and discussed the 2025 operating budget and traffic study implementation.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-#01 updating stormwater management rules (unanimous)
• Appointed Joseph Myerjack to Board of Adjustment Alternate No. 2 through Dec 31, 2025 (Resolution 2025-82)
• Authorized sub-lease for Waldwick High School baseball to use borough fields this season (Resolution 2025-83)
• Approved consent agenda including field use permits, water utility evaluation agreement ($15,000), and support for firefighter cancer screening bill (Resolution 2025-76)
• Authorized attorney to redraft resolution to NBCUA regarding sewer odor issues (Resolution 2025-84)

Planning Board

The Waldwick Planning Board will hold a formal session to consider adopting the Open Space and Recreation Plan as an element of the Master Plan, and review the Waldwick Board of Education's field turf and site improvements at the high school. The board will also hear new applications for site plans and major soil movement permits at 17 and 25 Walter Hammond Place, and vote on a resolution for a soil moving permit at 6 Birch Lane.

• Consideration of adopting the Open Space and Recreation Plan (November 2024 draft) as a Master Plan element
• Review of Waldwick BOE field turf and site improvements at Waldwick High School, 155 Wyckoff Avenue
• New application: 17 WH PLACE ASSOC., LLC – Site Plan and Major Soil Movement Permit at 17 Walter Hammond Place
• New application: 25 WH PLACE ASSOC., LLC – Site Plan and Major Soil Movement Permit at 25 Walter Hammond Place
• Resolution for soil moving permit at 6 Birch Lane (HALWAGY, Block 163.16, Lot 18.03)

The Waldwick Planning Board unanimously approved two site plan and major soil movement applications for 17 and 25 Walter Hammond Place, each proposing a mixed-use building with first-floor retail and two apartments above. The board also voted to have the attorney draft a resolution adopting the Open Space and Recreation Plan as an element of the Master Plan, and agreed to review the Waldwick Board of Education's field turf and site improvements at the high school at a future meeting.

• Approved site plan and major soil movement permit for 25 Walter Hammond Place (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and major soil movement permit for 17 Walter Hammond Place (unanimous)
• Voted to draft resolution adopting Open Space and Recreation Plan as Master Plan element (unanimous)
• Agreed to review Waldwick BOE field turf and site improvements at high school at next meeting

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will vote on a binding resolution committing to modified Fourth Round affordable housing numbers (19 present need, 147 prospective need) and directing the borough attorney to file a declaratory judgment action. They will also consider accepting a $103,323 Bergen County Open Space grant for Memorial Park playground improvements, endorsing a $132,000 CDBG grant for ADA curb ramp upgrades, and introducing a stormwater management ordinance. The meeting includes discussion of the 2025 municipal budget.

• Resolution 2025-60: Commits to DCA Fourth Round affordable housing obligations of 19 present need and 147 prospective need units, with modifications and a directive to file a declaratory judgment complaint
• Resolution 2025-61: Accepts a $103,323 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund matching grant for Memorial Park playground equipment, surfaces, entrances, landscaping, and fencing
• Resolution 2025-62: Endorses a $132,000 Bergen County Community Development Block Grant for ADA curb ramp improvements
• Ordinance 2025-01: Introduces a new stormwater management ordinance to comply with updated NJDEP requirements
• Resolution 2025-65: Awards a non-fair and open professional services contract to Peter J. Lupo Esq. of Hoplite Communications LLC as telecommunications attorney, not to exceed $5,000

The Council adopted Resolution 2025-60, a binding resolution committing to the DCA's fourth-round affordable housing present and prospective need numbers, and directing the Borough Attorney to take appropriate additional actions. The Council also approved a consent agenda including acceptance of a Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund grant for Memorial Park playground improvements, a shared services agreement for 9-1-1 communications, and several professional services contracts. No ordinances were adopted; one stormwater management ordinance was introduced for a future public hearing. The meeting included extensive discussion of the 2025 municipal budget, water quality issues, sewer authority odors, and a proposal for school resource officers.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-60 binding the Borough to DCA's fourth-round affordable housing numbers (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including 17 resolutions (unanimous)
• Accepted 2024 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund grant for Memorial Park playground improvements
• Authorized shared services agreement with Bergen County for 9-1-1 communication services
• Awarded non-fair and open professional services contract to Peter J. Lupo Esq. as telecommunications attorney (not to exceed $5,000)
• Awarded non-fair and open professional services contract for risk manager to Frank Covelli of Professional Insurance Associates
• Authorized vehicle auction
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-#01 repealing and replacing stormwater management ordinance (public hearing set for February 11, 2025)

Zoning Board

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a formal session on January 22, 2025, to reorganize, approve minutes, and consider a resolution for a detached garage extension. The board will also hear a new application to convert a garage at 64 Waldwick Avenue. The meeting is largely procedural, with appointments and adoption of the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Resolution for Rogoff, 63 E. Prospect Street, Block 20, Lot 25, detached garage extension
• New application by Leone, 64 Waldwick Avenue, Block 23, Lot 1, to convert garage
• Swearing in of new Alternate #2 Member Blain Bradley
• Adoption of 2025 Schedule of Meetings

The Waldwick Zoning Board of Adjustment held its reorganization meeting, swearing in new member Blain Bradley and electing Marty Nieman as Chairman and Mr. Cericola as Vice Chairman. The board approved the minutes from December 11, 2024, and adopted the 2025 meeting schedule. A resolution for a detached garage extension at 63 E. Prospect Street was approved unanimously. The Leone application for a garage conversion at 64 Waldwick Avenue was postponed to February 26, 2025, due to insufficient notice.

• Elected Marty Nieman as Chairman and Mr. Cericola as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 11, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for detached garage extension at 63 E. Prospect Street (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Postponed Leone application for garage conversion at 64 Waldwick Avenue to February 26, 2025

Board of Health

The Waldwick Board of Health held its reorganization meeting and unanimously voted to retain the 2024 officer slate for 2025. K. Hillringhouse will continue as President and D. Palladino as Vice President. The meeting lasted three minutes and no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Re-elected K. Hillringhouse as President and D. Palladino as Vice President for 2025 (8-0)

Board of Health

The Waldwick Board of Health is meeting to approve minutes from October 2024, review activity and registrar reports for the last quarter of 2024, and discuss old business including a rabies clinic. New business items include setting the 2025 meeting schedule and the annual report.

• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2024
• Review of October-December 2024 activity reports
• Review of October-December 2024 registrar's reports
• Discussion of rabies clinic volunteers and location
• Setting the 2025 meeting schedule and annual report

The Board of Health approved minutes from the October 2024 meeting and received an activity report covering October–December 2024. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes from October 17, 2024 meeting (all in favor)
• Received activity report for October–December 2024 (no vote recorded)
• Agreed to post 2025 meeting schedule (no vote recorded)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Waldwick Environmental Advisory Committee is holding its reorganization meeting for 2025. The agenda includes appointing a secretary, adopting the 2025 meeting schedule, and discussing old and new business items such as Sustainable Jersey Bronze action items, Styrofoam collection results, and a tree seedling list.

• Appointment of Secretary
• Adoption of 2025 Meeting Schedule
• Status of work on Sustainable Jersey Bronze action items
• Styrofoam Collection Results January collections
• Discuss 2024 Tree Seedling List

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding a $13,200 animal control contract to Tyco Animal Control, authorizing bids for improvements to Schuler Avenue, and approving several event permit requests. The meeting also includes committee reports and a closed session for contract negotiations.

• Award contract for animal control services to Tyco Animal Control for $13,200
• Authorize advertisement and receipt of bids for improvements to Schuler Avenue
• Renew group dental benefits program through Delta Dental of New Jersey, Inc.
• Extend 2025 budget introduction and adoption dates to March 31 and April 30, respectively
• Approve event permit requests including a wedding with alcohol at Pavilion A and use of Veterans Park Field by Waldwick Futbol Club

The Waldwick Borough Council approved the consent agenda (Resolution 2025-51) which included six policy votes for event permits and five resolutions authorizing bid advertisements, a contract for animal control services, dental benefits renewal, the 2025 council manual, and budget date extensions. No ordinances were introduced or adopted. The council also authorized a closed session for contract negotiations.

• Approved consent agenda with 6 policy votes and 5 resolutions (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement and receipt of bids for Schuler Avenue improvements (Resolution 2025-52)
• Awarded animal control contract to Tyco Animal Control for $13,200 (Resolution 2025-53)
• Authorized renewal of group dental benefits through Delta Dental of New Jersey (Resolution 2025-54)
• Adopted 2025 Council Manual (Resolution 2025-55)
• Extended 2025 budget introduction and adoption dates (Resolution 2025-56)
• Authorized closed session for contract negotiations (Resolution 2025-57)
• Removed Warrior Futbol Club field use request from agenda for further discussion

Planning Board

The Waldwick Planning Board will hold a formal session to reorganize for 2025, including swearing in members and appointing officers. The board will also consider a new soil-moving permit application for 6 Birch Lane and adopt the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Reorganization: swearing in of re-appointed and new board members, election of chairman and vice chairman
• Appointments of board secretary, engineer, planner, and attorney
• Public hearing on soil-moving permit application for 6 Birch Lane (Block 163.16, Lot 18.03)
• Adoption of 2025 schedule of meetings

The Board approved a soil-moving permit for a new single-family home at 6 Birch Lane, with conditions including drainage plan approval by the Board Engineer and sidewalk replacement. A neighbor raised concerns about potential water runoff, but the applicant's engineer stated the project would reduce flow to adjacent properties. The Board also adopted the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Approved the soil-moving permit for Halwagy at 6 Birch Lane (SM-24-4) with conditions including drainage calculations submitted to Boswell Engineering, sidewalk replacement, silt fencing, and no additional tree removal.
• Adopted the 2025 Schedule of Meetings.
• Excused Mr. Vervoort from the March 2025 meeting.

Council Meetings

The Waldwick Mayor and Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting, where newly elected council members Katie Cericola-Drake and Michael Ritchie will be sworn in. The council will vote on a slate of mayoral appointments to boards and committees, elect a council president, and approve a consent agenda of routine resolutions, including professional service contracts and the 2025 temporary budget.

• Swearing in of Council members Katie Cericola-Drake and Michael Ritchie for terms ending December 31, 2027
• Approval of 2025 temporary budget (Resolution 2025-50)
• Award of redevelopment counsel contract to Florio Perrucci Steinhardt Cappelli & Tipton LLC, not to exceed $25,000
• Appointments to boards including Board of Health, Library Board, and Planning Board
• Adoption of consent agenda with 49 resolutions covering financial policies, appointments, and contracts

The Waldwick Mayor and Council held their annual reorganization meeting, swearing in newly elected council members and appointing council president, standing committees, and numerous board and commission members. The council also approved a consent agenda of 49 resolutions covering routine administrative matters, professional service contracts, and a temporary budget for 2025. No substantive policy decisions or public comments were made.

• Sworn in Council-Elect Kathleen E. Cericola-Drake and Michael F. Ritchie, Jr.
• Appointed Mark Ramundo as Council President for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor's appointments to Board of Health, Library Board, Board of Adjustment, Environmental Advisory Committee, Waldwick Access For All, and Office of Emergency Management
• Approved Mayor's appointments to Planning Board (not subject to council confirmation)
• Approved Mayor's appointments of standing committees and liaison representatives
• Approved consent agenda of 49 resolutions (2025-01 through 2025-49) covering administrative, financial, and professional service items
• Approved 2025 Temporary Budget of $3,830,281 for Current Fund and $446,533 for Water Utility (unanimous)
• Administered oath of office to Waldwick Volunteer Ambulance Corps and Fire Department officers