Woodbury public meetings in 2022

City Council

City Council authorized the police department to enter an adoption agreement for retired K-9 Evo. The council also approved a consent agenda including tax refunds for a disabled veteran and various grant-related authorizations.

• Approved Resolution 22-207 authorizing adoption of retired police canine Evo (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-208 establishing the 2023 reorganization meeting date (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-209 opposing state health benefits program rate increases (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-210 cancelling and refunding taxes for disabled veteran Dennis J. Zirbser (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-211 cancelling water/sewer and tax account balances under $10 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-212 amending acceptance of a state grant for Safe and Secure Communities Program (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-213 authorizing an award extension request for Progress Avenue from NJ DOT (8-0)
• Approved list of bills and vouchers (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council approved several bond ordinances to fund capital equipment and water/sewer utility improvements. The council also authorized two police promotions and adopted a new curfew ordinance. A series of administrative resolutions were passed via a consent agenda.

• Approved Ordinance 2312-19 for $1M in capital improvements (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2380-22 for $80,000 in capital equipment (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2381-22 for $925,000 in water and sewer utility improvements (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2378-22 repealing and replacing Chapter 76 Curfew (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2379-22 for the sale of city land (9-0)
• Promoted Carl Villone to Sergeant of Police (9-0)
• Promoted Ryan Alcott to Corporal of Police (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda including software agreements and budget transfers (9-0)

City Council

Council held first readings for three ordinances involving land sale and capital funding. A consent agenda was approved covering various contracts, appointments, and a road permit moratorium. The council also approved the Best Practice Checklist.

• First reading approved for Ordinance 2379-22 to authorize sale of city land (7-0)
• First reading approved for Ordinance 2380-22 to appropriate $80,000 for capital equipment (7-0)
• First reading approved for Ordinance 2381-22 to appropriate $925,000 for water and sewer utility improvements (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including contract for Wing-Dickerson Park improvements to Command Co., Inc. (7-0)
• Approved 5-year road opening permit moratorium for FY2022 local road milling & overlay project (7-0)
• Approved extension of shared police service agreement with Borough of Woodbury Heights (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Mr. Pennypacker as Alternate Fund Commissioner (7-0)
• Approved sending the Best Practice Checklist (unanimous voice vote)

Planning and Zoning

The Woodbury Planning/Zoning Board is meeting to review new business and approve previous minutes. The primary agenda item is a site plan waiver request for a property on North Broad Street.

• Site plan waiver for Thang Ngo at 668 North Broad Street (P/Z-4-2022)

City Council

The City Council is discussing a bond ordinance to fund street repaving, dam reconstruction, and police equipment. The body is also considering a new curfew ordinance for juveniles under 18 and reviewing several city contracts.

• Bond Ordinance 2312-19: $1,000,000 for capital improvements, including $500,000 for street repaving and $360,000 for Broad Street Dam Phase II
• Ordinance 2378-22: Proposed curfew for juveniles under 18 from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
• Resolution 22-183: Release of performance guarantee and acceptance of maintenance bond for Arawak Paving Co. Inc. (FY2022 Local Roads Improvements Project)
• Resolution 22-182: Addendum to agreement with Property Registration Champions, LLC DBA Prochamps
• Resolution 22-184: Escrow agreement with Woodbury Meadows Associates

The Council held a first reading of an ordinance to update the city's juvenile curfew guidelines. They also approved several park and road improvement resolutions and established specific curfew and trick-or-treating hours for Halloween 2022.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2378-22 to update juvenile curfew (8-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2312-19 to correct a typo in a 2019 bond ordinance (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-178 to bid Wing-Dickerson Park improvements (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-179 to bid Progress Avenue resurfacing (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-180 for Woodbury Lakes pedestrian path grant application (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-181 to purchase two pavilions for Stewart Lake Park (8-0)
• Set 8 pm curfew for October 30 and October 31 (unanimous voice vote)
• Set Trick-or-Treat hours for October 31 from 3 pm to 8 pm (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council is deciding on several infrastructure projects, including park upgrades and road safety improvements. The body is also reviewing a grant application for a new pedestrian path network.

• Authorization to bid for Wing-Dickerson Park improvements using $208,000 in grant funds
• Authorization to bid for Progress Avenue resurfacing and safety improvements
• Grant application for the Woodbury Lakes Pedestrian Path Network not to exceed $1,500,000
• Purchase of two pavilions from RCP Shelters for $155,708 for Stewart Lake Park
• Approval of minutes from September 28, 2022, and April 14, 2022

City Council

The City Council is reviewing amendments to the city code regarding water and sewer fees. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure change orders and a real estate sale.

• Ordinance 2372-22: Proposed sewer minimum annual charge of $670 for single-family users and small businesses
• Ordinance 2371-22: Appropriation of $300,000 from ARPA funding for water treatment plant upgrades
• Resolution 22-175: Sale of real estate at 640 N. Broad Street (Block 125, Lot 13) to MC318 LLC
• Resolution 22-170: Change Order No. 1 for Arawak Paving Co., Inc. for FY2022 local roads resurfacing
• Ordinance 2376-22: Amendment to long-term tax exemption agreement for Block 154, Lot 8.11

Planning and Zoning

The City of Woodbury Planning/Zoning Board is meeting to approve minutes from August 25, 2022. The board will also consider a resolution regarding a subdivision for Habitat for Humanity.

• Resolution P/Z-13-2022-Habitat for Humanity 309 Deptford Ave (Subdivision)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss a tax exemption amendment and redevelopment agreements for a post-acute rehabilitation facility. The body is also hiring two special law enforcement officers and awarding storm sewer contracts.

• Ordinance 2376-22: Amendment to long-term tax exemption for Block 154, Lot 8.11
• Hiring of James McKendrick (Class III SLEO) and Nicole Sisto (Class II SLEO)
• Storm sewer installation contract for 211 South Columbia Street awarded to Gerald A. Barrett, LLC
• Storm sewer replacement contract for Carriage House Apartments awarded to Gerald A. Barrett, LLC
• Tax cancellation and refund of $1,612.00 for disabled veteran at 24 Packard Ave

Planning and Zoning

The City of Woodbury Planning/Zoning Board is meeting to conduct a courtesy review of the Woodbury High School gymnasium. The board will also address certificates of appropriateness for three properties on South Broad Street and Delaware Street.

• Courtesy review of Woodbury High School Gymnasium
• Certificate of Appropriateness for sign at 34 South Broad Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior painting at 232-240 South Broad Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for roof at 149 Delaware Street
• Resolution P/Z-12-2022 regarding use variance for New Hope Animal Wellness at 45 Euclid St

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption of the 2022 municipal budget. The body is also considering funding for water treatment plant upgrades and changes to sewer and water rates.

• Ordinance 2371-22: Appropriating $300,000 for water treatment plant rehabilitation and upgrades
• Ordinance 2372-22: Amending sewer and water rents and fees, including a $670 minimum annual sewer charge for single-family users
• Public hearing and adoption of the 2022 Municipal Budget
• Resolution 22-147: Site access agreement for storm sewer installation at 211 S. Columbia Street
• Ordinances 2373-22, 2374-22, and 2375-22: Naming unnamed lakes as Griscom Lake, G.G. Green Lake, and Lake Nolte

Planning and Zoning

The City of Woodbury Planning/Zoning Board is meeting to discuss a use variance for a business and review several certificates of appropriateness. The board will also address resolutions regarding fair share housing and a subdivision.

• Use variance application for New Hope Animal Wellness Center at 45 Euclid St
• Subdivision resolution for Habitat for Humanity at 403 & 409 Deptford Avenue
• Woodbury Fair Share Housing Report resolution
• Certificates of appropriateness for 240 North Broad Street (sign), 316 Delaware Street (front door), and 612 Delaware Street (fence)

City Council

The City Council is considering an appropriation of $300,000 for water treatment plant rehabilitation. The body is also reviewing ordinances to ban public cannabis use and establish a registration program for vacant properties in foreclosure.

• Ordinance 2371-22: Appropriating $300,000 for water treatment plant rehabilitation and upgrades
• Ordinance 2369-22: Amending code to prohibit consumption of cannabis in public places
• Ordinance 2370-22: Establishing registration and maintenance requirements for vacant properties in foreclosure
• Resolution 22-136: Grant application for resurfacing Newton Avenue and Euclid Street
• Resolution 22-135: Release of performance guarantee for demolition of 32, 38, 40 W. Barber Ave and 607 Green Street

City Council

The City Council is considering new ordinances to ban cannabis use in public areas and regulate vacant properties. The body is also reviewing the 2022 annual budget and several infrastructure repair contracts.

• Ordinance 2369-22: Proposed ban on cannabis consumption in public streets, sidewalks, and parking lots
• Ordinance 2365-22: New special event permit fees including $100-$200 per dumpster for trash removal
• Resolution 22-124: Introduction of the 2022 Annual Budget
• Resolution 22-125: Emergency repair contract with Root 24 for collapsed water main at 94 North American Street
• Resolution 22-128: Contract awarded to Arawak Paving Co., Inc. for FY2022 local roads resurfacing

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the Fair Share Housing Plan. The board will also review variance and lot adjustment requests and certificates of appropriateness for property modifications.

• Public Hearing: Fair Share Housing Plan
• P/Z-4-2022: Lot line adjustment for Habitat for Humanity at 403 & 409 Deptford Avenues
• P/Z-3-2022: Use variance for New Hope Animal Wellness Center at 45 Euclid St
• Certificates of Appropriateness for paint and fencing at 131, 425, and 612 Delaware St
• Resolution P/Z-9-2022: Signage for Dollar Tree/Sign Pros at 529 North Evergreen Avenue St

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the appointment of Cassidy Swanson as Municipal Clerk for a three-year term. The body is also considering second readings for ordinances regarding parks permits, land use fees, and fire code enforcement.

• Appointment of Cassidy Swanson as Woodbury City Municipal Clerk
• Ordinance 2365-22: New special event permit fees, including $100-$200 per dumpster for trash removal
• Ordinance 2366-22: Updated filing fees for variances, subdivision plans, and site plans
• Contract award to Paving Plus, LLC for South Maple Avenue resurfacing and safety improvements
• Renewal of seven alcoholic beverage distribution and consumption licenses

City Council

The City Council is discussing the local enforcement of the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code and approving several administrative resolutions. The body is also reviewing a grant application for park improvements and renewing liquor licenses.

• Ordinance 2367-22 to designate Gloucester County Fire Marshal’s Office as the local fire code enforcing agency
• Contract for $13,500 with Pyrotecnico, Vitale Family Fireworks for July 2nd display
• Application for up to $50,000 CDBG grant for a kayak and canoe launch at Stewart Lake Memorial Park
• Appointment of Yairon Castillo as part-time Class II Special Law Enforcement Officer
• Renewal of alcoholic beverage consumption licenses for BJL Blue Point, Inc. and AS Boyal LLC

Planning and Zoning

The City of Woodbury Planning/Zoning Board will meet to swear in a new member and review a sign application. The board will also approve minutes from the April 28, 2022, meeting.

• Sign application for Dollar Tree/Sign Pros at 529 North Evergreen Avenue St

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to establish smoke-free public places in municipal buildings and parks. The body is also considering updates to parks and recreation permits and land use procedures.

• Ordinance 2364-22: Prohibits smoking in municipal buildings and parks with fines from $250 to $1,000
• Ordinance 2365-22: Amends parks permits to include dumpster fees of $100 for residents and $200 for non-residents
• Ordinance 2366-22: Proposed amendments to Chapter 35, Land Use Procedures
• Resolution 22-102: Authorizes notice to bidders for FY2022 local roads resurfacing and safety improvements
• Resolution 22-103: Recognizes International Association of Fire Fighters Local 3592 as bargaining agent