Paramus, New Jersey

Board of Adjustment

The Board will hear residential and commercial applications. Items include a rear patio variance at 331 Harrison Street and signage updates for Route 17 North. A carried item involves an amended site plan review for Home Depot at 520 Route 17 North.

• Residential patio variance: 17’ x 18’ rear patio at 331 Harrison Street
• Commercial signage updates: 762, 770-776 Route 17 North
• Amended site plan review: Home Depot U.S.A., Inc. at 520 Route 17 North
• Proposed outdoor storage and parking reduction for 520 Route 17 North

Planning Board

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will consider several ordinances, including regulations for fats, oils, and grease in the sewer system and a 2026 budget appropriation limit increase. The body will also discuss the 2025 Audit and review various personnel appointments and tax refunds.

• Ordinance 2026-23 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Ordinance 2026-22 establishing regulations for fats, oils, and grease (FOG) in the sanitary sewer system
• Resolution 26-07-438 for the purchase of golf course maintenance equipment totaling $221,872.71
• Resolution 26-07-437 for $100,833.69 payment to AJM Contractors, Inc. for roads on Cumberland Court
• Ordinance 2026-26 adding a new chapter to the borough code regarding invasive plants

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Paramus escuchará una presentación conceptual de The Valley Hospital para un plan de sitio que abarca múltiples manzanas en From Road y otras ubicaciones. La junta también tiene varias solicitudes de planes de sitio preliminares y finales, solicitudes de señalización y solicitudes de permisos de movimiento de suelo de gran escala para decisión o audiencia pública. Las resoluciones incluyen un plan de sitio con una variación de estacionamiento para Hashemi Group en 625 From Road.

• Plan de sitio conceptual por The Valley Hospital, que cubre las manzanas 6107, 6108, 6109, 6301, 6105 y 5006
• Hashemi Group, LLC – 625 From Road – plan de sitio preliminar y final con variación de estacionamiento
• Haza Bell of Northeast, LLC – 565 Route 17 – plan de sitio, señalización y permiso de movimiento de suelo de gran escala
• Hackensack Meridian Health, Inc. – 630-650 From Road – plan de sitio principal preliminar y final con variaciones de volumen y permiso de movimiento de suelo
• Cuatro solicitudes de permisos de movimiento de suelo de gran escala programadas para audiencia pública, incluyendo 830 Koman Drive

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review a draft ordinance to ban data centers in Paramus. The body will hear public comments and may vote on a resolution of support for the ban.

• Vote on resolution of support for draft ordinance to ban data centers

Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Paramus llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre tres solicitudes. La más sustancial es el Expediente 7257, que solicita una varianza de uso para permitir una vivienda trifamiliar en la zona HCC-2, junto con múltiples varianzas volumétricas. Dos solicitudes residenciales buscan varianzas para los retranqueos de patios y el pavimentado de entradas en lotes esquina. La Junta también adoptará una resolución trasladada desde mayo para un caso anterior.

• Expediente 7257: Construir una vivienda trifamiliar en 34 Farview Terrace; varianza de uso y varianzas dimensionales para cobertura, patio lateral, entrada de acceso y dimensiones del lote.
• Expediente 7268 (Sayegh): Instalar un patio trasero de 17'x18' en 331 Harrison Street; se requiere varianza para el retranqueo del patio trasero.
• Expediente 7270 (Ohannessian): Entrada, corte de bordillo y patio trasero en 73 Colorado Road; varianzas para el pavimentado de la entrada y el retranqueo trasero.
• Resolución para el Expediente 7267 (Androulakis) trasladada desde el 14 de mayo.

Pool Commission

The Paramus Pool Commission approved the purchase of a new vacuum costing $10,000. It also approved payment of recent municipal purchase orders totaling $8,623.50. The commission discussed a school pool day request for East Brook School on June 10‑11, 2027 and offered a third chair‑service slot to a resident for $25. A $5 fee for extra family members at an Emergency Appreciation Day was also approved.

• Purchase of a new pool vacuum for $10,000 (approved by commission)
• Offer of a third chair‑service slot to Margaret Lunquist for $25 as a compromise
• Approval of municipal purchase orders: $2,446.50 (6/15‑7/15), $2,767.50 (6/22‑7/22), $3,409.50 (6/29‑7/29)
• Discussion of East Brook School’s request to use the pool on June 10‑11, 2027 for an 8th‑grade activity
• Approval of a $5 fee for additional family members at the Emergency Appreciation Day event

The commission decided to purchase a new vacuum for $10,000. It also agreed to offer Margaret Lunquist a third chair‑service slot for $25 as a compromise. An Emergency Appreciation Day was approved, allowing free entry for emergency personnel and a $5 fee for additional family members. The commission unanimously approved the pending bills.

• Approved purchase of a new vacuum, $10,000
• Agreed to offer a third chair‑service slot for $25
• Approved Emergency Appreciation Day with free entry for personnel and $5 for extra family members
• Unanimously approved pending bills

Environmental Commission

La Comisión Ambiental de Paramus discutirá un borrador de ordenanza que definiría los centros de datos y los prohibiría en todas las zonas, citando preocupaciones sobre el uso de agua y energía. Otros puntos incluyen el presupuesto de la Comisión Ambiental, una solicitud de subvención para la Restauración del Saddle River y una Iniciativa de Reducción de Plásticos para Minoristas.

• Revisión del borrador de la ordenanza para prohibir los centros de datos como un uso prohibido en todas las zonas
• Discusión del presupuesto de la Comisión Ambiental
• Solicitud de subvención para la Restauración del Saddle River
• Iniciativa de Reducción de Plásticos para Minoristas
• Propuestas de la Ordenanza Bee City USA y la Ordenanza de Contaminación Lumínica

Board of Adjustment

La reunión del 25 de junio de 2026 de la Junta de Ajuste de Paramus fue cancelada. Como resultado, una audiencia pública para una propuesta de señalización comercial fue trasladada al 23 de julio de 2026, y una resolución presentada previamente para una adición residencial no fue procesada.

• Expediente No. 7269 (Laganella Property Management, LLC) – señalización adicional y actualizaciones en 762, 770-776 Route 17 North – trasladado al 23 de julio de 2026
• Expediente No. 7267 (Androulakis) – resolución para una adición en 377 Adams Lane – sin acción debido a la cancelación

Mayor & Council

El Alcalde y el Concejo llevarán a cabo una reunión pública para considerar la adopción del presupuesto municipal de 2026 (Resolución 26-06-386) y varias ordenanzas, incluyendo nuevas regulaciones para grasas y aceites en el sistema de alcantarillado. La agenda también incluye resoluciones que autorizan hasta $141,921 para una instalación de luces en un nuevo camión F-550 y $133,565 para equipo de protección contra incendios. Además, el concejo aprobará diversos nombramientos, contrataciones estacionales y un acuerdo de servicios compartidos con Lyndhurst para servicios de tasación de impuestos.

• Adopción del presupuesto municipal de 2026 (Resolución 26-06-386)
• Introducción de la Ordenanza 2026-22: Regulaciones para grasas, trampas de aceite y establecimientos de servicio de alimentos conectados al sistema de alcantarillado
• Resolución 26-06-397: Compra de instalación de luces para chasis F-550 2026 por $141,921.00
• Resolución 26-06-398: Compra de equipo de protección contra incendios y mangueras por $133,565.24
• Resolución 26-06-395: Acuerdo de servicios compartidos con Lyndhurst para servicios profesionales de tasador de impuestos

Board of Health

La Junta de Salud de Paramus llevará a cabo una reunión regular el 22 de junio de 2026, con una sesión de preguntas y respuestas con Tyco Animal Control Services y la consideración de licencias y permisos pendientes de marzo a mayo de 2026. La junta también aprobará las actas de la reunión del 18 de mayo, recibirá informes del personal y del oficial de salud, y discutirá la asistencia de los miembros y el calendario de reuniones de 2027.

• Sesión de preguntas y respuestas de Tyco Animal Control Services con Kimberly Nangle
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 18 de mayo de 2026
• Informe del Oficial de Salud para junio de 2026
• Licencias y permisos pendientes de aprobación (marzo, abril, mayo de 2026)
• Discusión del calendario de reuniones de la Junta de Salud de 2027

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Paramus llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre varias solicitudes, incluyendo un plan maestro de sitio para Genesis Housing en 10 Route 17 y permisos de movimiento de suelos para tres propiedades. La junta también aceptará la renuncia del miembro de la junta Sr. Fichtler y considerará las actas de la reunión anterior.

• Genesis Housing Urban Renewal – Aprobación Preliminar y Final del Plan Maestro de Sitio en 10 Route 17
• 223 Diane, LLC – Permiso Mayor de Movimiento de Suelos en 223 Diane Place
• 830 Koman, LLC – Permiso Mayor de Movimiento de Suelos en 830 Koman Drive
• Haza Bell of Northeast, LLC – Plan de Sitio Preliminar y Final, Señalización y Permiso Mayor de Movimiento de Suelos en 565 Route 17
• Renuncia del miembro de la junta Sr. Fichtler

Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre dos solicitudes de varianza residencial. El Expediente No. 7266 Villa en 786 Wynetta Place solicita varianzas para los retrocesos del patio delantero y trasero, la cobertura impermeable y la distancia del patio de la piscina. El Expediente No. 7267 Androulakis en 377 Adams Lane busca una varianza de retroceso del patio delantero en un lote esquina; una varianza previa de 2019 es nula y sin efecto. Una solicitud comercial (Billy V's Unique Landscaping) se traslada al 24 de septiembre de 2026. La junta también revisará su informe anual de 2025.

• Villa: varianza de retroceso del patio delantero de 35 ft a 31.4 ft
• Villa: varianza de retroceso del patio trasero de 30 ft a 20.1 ft
• Villa: varianza de cobertura impermeable del 50% al 53.05%
• Villa: varianza de retroceso del patio de la piscina de 10 ft a 6 ft
• Androulakis: varianza de retroceso del patio delantero en Rose Drive (27.8 ft y 31.45 ft, patio existente a 32.6 ft)

Mayor & Council

El Alcalde y el Concejo de Paramus considerarán una ordenanza de bonos de $10.15 millones para financiar diversas mejoras públicas, equipo y vehículos, junto con un bono de $1.34 millones para el campo de golf. La reunión también incluye audiencias públicas sobre ordenanzas para enmendar la zonificación para tiendas minoristas de clubes de almacenes basados en membresía y para revisar los requisitos de vivienda asequible para el Área de Redesarrollo del Sitio Oster. Numerosas resoluciones cubren nombramientos de personal, contratos, apelaciones fiscales y un acuerdo de servicios compartidos con Rochelle Park para el tribunal municipal.

• Adopción final de la ordenanza de bonos de $10,150,000 para mejoras públicas y equipo (2026-15) y el bono de $1,340,000 para el campo de golf (2026-16)
• Audiencia pública y votación final sobre la ordenanza (2026-17) que autoriza el acuerdo financiero y la contribución al fondo fiduciario de vivienda asequible para el redesarrollo del Sitio Oster (Block 601, Lot 5)
• Introducción de ordenanzas que fijan los salarios para empleados a tiempo parcial y tiempo completo (2026-19, 2026-20, 2026-21)
• Acuerdo de servicios compartidos con el Township de Rochelle Park para servicios del tribunal municipal (Resolución 26-06-346)
• Adjudicación del contrato de resurgimiento de diversas carreteras del DPW 2026 a Crossroads Pavement Maintenance LLC (Resolución 26-06-354)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Pool Commission approved the minutes from the May 28 meeting and discussed several operational items, including a request for a discount for disabled participants and a birthday‑party inquiry. The liaison report covered a decision to repair a broken vacuum for $2,000 rather than replace it for $7,000, and an invoice for a new PA system costing $4,700 to be paid from grant funds. The commission also approved vendor bills for Buckmans ($11,029), Home Depot ($585) and Red Cross ($48). Additional topics included banner placement on Midland Ave and staffing concerns for school pool events.

• Repair of broken vacuum chosen at $2,000 (vs $7,000 replacement)
• PA system invoice payment of $4,700 from grant money
• Approval of vendor bills: Buckmans $11,029, Home Depot $585, Red Cross $48
• Discussion of future discount for disabled participants
• Request to place a banner on Midland Ave by the pool

The Pool Commission approved the minutes from 5/28/26 and approved the pending bills. It decided to repair the broken vacuum for $2,000 instead of replacing it for $7,000. The commission also approved paying a $4,700 PA‑system invoice from grant money, kept the swim team night practice time unchanged, and authorized use of recreation department equipment at the pool. Additional actions included advertising band nights on the town bulletin board and moving a banner to Midland Ave by the pool.

• Approved minutes from 5/28/26 (unanimous)
• Approved pending bills (motion by Commissioner Casey, seconded by England, unanimous)
• Decided to repair broken vacuum for $2,000 rather than replace it for $7,000
• Approved payment of PA system invoice $4,700 from grant funds
• Kept swim team night practice time unchanged
• Authorized use of recreation department play equipment at the pool
• Approved advertising band nights on town bulletin board
• Approved moving a banner to Midland Ave by the pool

Golf Commission

La Comisión de Golf de Paramus se reúne para aprobar las actas de mayo, recibir el informe financiero de mayo y escuchar el informe del gerente general sobre un incidente del 25 de mayo y el estacionamiento excedente. Los asuntos pendientes incluyen la discusión de una carpa y el restaurante. La reunión pasará a sesión cerrada para discutir contratos.

• Aprobación de las actas de mayo de 2026
• Informe financiero de mayo
• Informe del gerente general/superintendente sobre el incidente del 5/25 y el estacionamiento excedente (20 de mayo, 2 de junio)
• Asuntos pendientes: carpa y restaurante
• Sesión cerrada para contratos

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Paramus llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre dos solicitudes principales de planes de sitio y considerará una propuesta de ordenanza para enmendar el Plan de Redesarrollo del Sitio Oster, revisando los requisitos de vivienda asequible. La junta también revisará una solicitud de permiso de movimiento de suelo mayor para una propiedad residencial. La reunión incluye la aprobación de actas y comprobantes anteriores.

• Solicitud de Permiso de Movimiento de Suelo Mayor para 308 Haywood Drive (Block 3708, Lot 13)
• Audiencia pública sobre el Plan Maestro de Sitio Preliminar y Final para Genesis Housing Urban Renewal en 10 Route 17 (Block 601, Lot 5)
• Audiencia pública sobre el Plan de Sitio Preliminar y Final y la Variación de Estacionamiento para Hashemi Group en 625 From Road (Block 6303, Lot 2)
• Revisión de la propuesta de ordenanza que enmienda la Ordenanza 2026-08 y el Plan de Redesarrollo del Sitio Oster para revisar los requisitos de vivienda asequible para Block 601, Lot 5

The board unanimously approved Resolution #26‑18 for 308 Haywood Dr., LLC and confirmed that Mayor/ Council Ordinance #2026‑18 aligns with the Master Plan. It also approved the 65‑unit affordable housing project at Block 601, Lot 5 and a hotel expansion with a parking variance, and ratified vouchers and the previous meeting’s minutes.

• Approved Resolution #26-18 for 308 Haywood Dr., LLC (3-0)
• Approved that Ordinance #2026-18 is consistent with the Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved Genesis Paramus Housing Urban Renewal LLC 65-unit affordable housing project (5-0)
• Approved Hashemi Group LLC hotel expansion and parking variance (5-0)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 5/21/26 meeting (3-0)

Environmental Commission

La Comisión Ambiental de Paramus revisará los borradores de las ordenanzas para la designación de Bee City USA, centros de datos y contaminación lumínica en su reunión del 3 de junio. La comisión también discutirá actualizaciones sobre la Iniciativa de Reducción de Plásticos de Minoristas y el proyecto de Restauración del Saddle River. Otros puntos del orden del día incluyen la colaboración con la Paramus High School y la planificación de eventos comunitarios como el desfile del 4 de julio y el National Night Out.

• Revisión del borrador de la Ordenanza de Bee City USA
• Revisión del borrador de la Ordenanza de Centros de Datos
• Discusión sobre la Ordenanza de Contaminación Lumínica
• Actualización de la Iniciativa de Reducción de Plásticos de Minoristas
• Actualización de la Restauración del Saddle River

The Environmental Commission voted unanimously to draft an ordinance that would proactively block data centers within Paramus. Other business included updates on a Saddle River flood-mitigation grant application, tabling of bylaw revisions, and discussion of upcoming community events. No decisions were made on water restrictions or light pollution ordinances.

• Approved motion to draft a data-center-blocking ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 6, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled revision of commission bylaws
• Tabled end-of-year report
• Tabled light pollution ordinance
• Discussed but no action on water-conservation social media messaging

Board of Adjustment

Pool Commission

The Paramus Pool Commission met on May 28, 2026 to approve payment of several vendor invoices, including supplies and services. It also addressed public correspondence about pool use, membership discounts, and lifeguard applications, and reviewed maintenance updates such as fire‑inspection repairs, a new PA system, and a slide power outage. No new ordinances or policy changes were adopted.

• Approved vendor invoices: Buckmans Supplies $3,390.99; Cintas First aid $1,075.45; All American Fence $3,665 (grant); Wallington Supply $132.29; Pest Control $147; Home Depot $522.64
• Fire inspection identified three repairs to be completed
• Purchase of new PA system using remaining grant funds
• Slide reported without power; work order created
• Water testing completed by Hudson Labs; rapid pump repaired

The Pool Commission unanimously approved the May 14 minutes and the current bills. Commissioners voted to add 1‑2 swim lessons at 12 pm to the existing evening schedule. The commission decided not to stripe the basketball court and will use grant funds to purchase a new PA system. Additional actions include painting the high‑dive steps, ordering a new pool vacuum, and creating a work order for the slide power issue.

• Approved May 14 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved current bills (unanimous)
• Added 1‑2 midday swim lessons (commission agreement)
• Decided not to stripe basketball court (too expensive)
• Authorized purchase of new PA system with remaining grant funds
• Approved painting of high‑dive steps
• Ordered new pool vacuum to replace broken unit
• Created work order to restore power to the slide

Recreation Commission

The Paramus Recreation Commission approved its financial report and the meeting minutes. Commissioners heard reports from the Director and Assistant Directors on football, summer camp, softball, and cheer programs. Committee reports covering adult programs, basketball, capital improvement, and other sports were presented. No public hearing items were raised.

• Approval of the financial report (motion by Commissioner Zysman, seconded by Falato)
• Approval of the meeting minutes (motion by Commissioner Zysman, seconded by Benaquista)
• Director report noting the football program is seeking a senior team head coach
• Assistant Director Ed Grill report on summer camp, spring softball season, and cheer uniform fittings
• Committee reports on adult programs, basketball (in‑town and travel), capital improvement, and other sports

The Recreation Commission voted to approve its financial report. The commission also approved the minutes from the prior meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved financial report (motion by Zysman, seconded by Falato)
• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Zysman, seconded by Benaquista)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Zysman, seconded by Falato)

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Paramus llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una solicitud de cambio de uso para 460 Route 17, así como dos solicitudes de permisos importantes de movimiento de suelos en 132 Morningside Road y 308 Haywood Drive. La junta también considerará resoluciones, aprobará las actas del 7 de mayo de 2026 y aprobará los comprobantes de pago.

• Solicitud de cambio de uso para 460 Route 17 (Block 5303, Lot 2) – usos permitidos y variaciones
• Permiso importante de movimiento de suelos para Mohammad Zaber en 132 Morningside Road (Block 4106, Lot 13)
• Permiso importante de movimiento de suelos para 308 Haywood Dr., LLC/Amer Aladdin en 308 Haywood Drive (Block 3708, Lot 13)
• Aprobación de las actas del 7 de mayo de 2026
• Aprobación de los comprobantes de pago

The Paramus Planning Board approved three resolutions and a major soil moving permit at its May 21 meeting. The board also approved vouchers for payment and the minutes from a previous meeting.

• Approved Resolution #26-16 for 460 Route 17, LLC (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #26-17 for Mohammad Zaber at 132 Morningside Road (4-0)
• Approved Major Soil Moving Permit for 308 Haywood Dr., LLC (5-0)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (5-0)
• Approved minutes from the May 7, 2026 meeting (4-0)

Mayor & Council

El Alcalde y el Concejo introducirán y adoptarán varias ordenanzas, incluyendo un bono de $10.15 millones para diversas mejoras públicas y equipo, y un bono de $1.34 millones para la utilidad del campo de golf. También considerarán ordenanzas relacionadas con la vivienda asequible en el Sitio Oster. Se votarán numerosas resoluciones, incluyendo adjudicaciones para mejoras de intersecciones, servicios de ingeniería y nombramientos de personal.

• Ordenanza 2026-15: bono de $10,150,000 para mejoras públicas y equipo
• Ordenanza 2026-16: bono de $1,340,000 para mejoras de la utilidad del campo de golf
• Ordenanzas 2026-17 y 2026-18: requisitos de vivienda asequible para la reurbanización del Sitio Oster (Block 601, Lot 5)
• Resolución 26-05-322: $60,000 para mejoras provisionales de la Soldier Hill Pumping Station
• Resolución 26-05-321: Adjudicación de la licitación de mejoras de la intersección de Farview Avenue y Midland Avenue a DLS Contracting Inc

Board of Health

La Junta de Salud de Paramus llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y votará sobre la Ordenanza H2026-208, que enmienda el Capítulo 169 con respecto a las definiciones de gatos y las molestias prohibidas de animales. Otros puntos del orden del día incluyen la aprobación de las actas del 23 de marzo de 2026, varios informes del personal (Oficial de Salud, Medio Ambiente, Control de Animales, etc.) y licencias y permisos pendientes. La reunión es una sesión ordinaria sin otras decisiones importantes registradas.

• Audiencia pública y votación final sobre la Ordenanza H2026-208 que enmienda las definiciones de gatos y las reglas de molestias
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 23 de marzo de 2026
• Informe del Oficial de Salud para mayo de 2026
• Informes del personal que incluyen el Informe Anual de Salud 2025, Medio Ambiente, Control de Animales y otros
• Licencias y permisos pendientes de aprobación (marzo–abril 2026)

The Board of Health approved an ordinance to amend and supplement the chapter regarding cats. The board also approved the Health Officer's report, staff reports, and a blanket approval for licenses and permits from March and April 2026.

• Approved Ordinance H2026-208 to amend Chapter 169 Part 2 regarding cats (3-0)
• Approved March 23, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved Health Officer's Report
• Approved Environmental, Animal Control, Deputy Registrar, Nurse, Health Education, and Public Health Supervisor staff reports
• Approved blanket approval for licenses and permits issued between March and April 2026

Board of Adjustment

La Junta está revisando una propuesta de 34 Farview Terr. LLC para construir una vivienda trifamiliar. Esta solicitud requiere varias variaciones relacionadas con la cobertura del edificio, los retranqueos, el ancho de la entrada y las dimensiones del lote. Este punto fue trasladado de la reunión del 9 de abril de 2026.

• Propuesta de vivienda trifamiliar en 34 Farview Terrace
• Aprobado: Nueva casa unifamiliar en 299 Gorden Drive
• Aprobado: Plan de sitio e instalación de almacenamiento autónomo para 750 Paramus LLC & One Ridgewood LLC
• Solicitud de extensión de variación: Nuevo lugar de culto en 156 Forest Ave
• Solicitud de extensión de variación: Plan de sitio para Frisch School en 120 West Century Road

Pool Commission

La Comisión de la Piscina Municipal de Paramus se reúne para aprobar las actas anteriores, escuchar comentarios del público y recibir los informes del enlace y del gerente. La agenda es principalmente de carácter procedimental, sin votaciones sobre artículos o propuestas específicas. La correspondencia incluye consultas de residentes sobre membresías y una solicitud de una encuesta de salud federal para utilizar el estacionamiento de la piscina.

• La correspondencia incluye una solicitud del NHANES del CDC para arrendar una parte del estacionamiento para un centro de exámenes móviles del 29 de septiembre al 16 de diciembre
• El informe del enlace enumera el permiso eléctrico estacional, el control de plagas, la nómina de la piscina y el nuevo sistema de PA entre los temas de discusión
• Se recibieron como correspondencia consultas de residentes sobre tarifas para no residentes, pases diarios y precios de fiestas de cumpleaños

The commission approved the minutes from the April 23, 2026 meeting with a unanimous vote. They also approved a newspaper advertisement bill. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved April 23, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved newspaper ad bill
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Golf Commission

Esta es una reunión mensual estándar de la Comisión de Golf de Paramus. La agenda incluye la aprobación de actas, correspondencia, un informe financiero y el informe del gerente general. Los asuntos pendientes cubren una carpa, el procesador de tarjetas de crédito Shift4, una excursión, las operaciones del restaurante, PGA Hope, PGA Junior League y la apertura de búnkeres. No se enumeran asuntos nuevos, y la reunión incluirá un período de comentarios públicos y una sesión cerrada para contratos.

• Discusiones de asuntos pendientes sobre la carpa, el procesador de tarjetas de crédito Shift4, la excursión, el restaurante, PGA Hope, PGA Junior League y la apertura de 17 búnkeres
• Informe financiero de abril
• Sesión cerrada para contratos

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Paramus llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y discutirá una ordenanza propuesta para agregar una definición y requisitos de estacionamiento para los usos minoristas de clubes de almacén basados en membresía, y para permitir las ventas de propano como un uso accesorio en las zonas HCC y HCC-2. Otros puntos incluyen varias resoluciones y audiencias públicas para planes de sitio menores, extensiones de tiempo y solicitudes de permisos mayores de movimiento de suelo.

• Revisión de la Junta sobre la ordenanza propuesta que enmienda el Capítulo 429 para definir 'club minorista de almacén basado en membresía' y establecer requisitos de estacionamiento
• Yard House USA, Inc. — adición menor, señalización y plan de sitio menor en 1 Garden State Plaza Way
• Mohammad Zaber — solicitud de permiso mayor de movimiento de suelo en 132 Morningside Road
• 308 Haywood Dr., LLC./Amer Aladdin — solicitud de permiso mayor de movimiento de suelo en 308 Haywood Drive
• Orange Lantern Associates, LLC. y Alexander Investment Corporation — extensiones de tiempo para aprobaciones previas

The Paramus Planning Board approved three resolutions for property extensions and a soil movement permit. The Board also voted to table a proposed ordinance regarding membership-based warehouse clubs.

• Approved Resolution #26-13 for Yard House USA, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #26-14 for Orange Lantern Associates, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #26-15 for Alexander Investment Corporation (7-0)
• Approved Major Soil Movement Permit for 132 Morningside Road (7-0)
• Tabled Proposed Ordinance #26-12 regarding warehouse clubs

Environmental Commission

La Comisión Ambiental de Paramus revisará asuntos pendientes, incluyendo actualizaciones sobre la Restauración del Saddle River, la Iniciativa de Reducción de Plásticos para Minoristas y resúmenes de comunicaciones relacionadas con una Ordenanza de Centros de Datos y una Ordenanza de Contaminación Lumínica. Los nuevos asuntos incluyen la colaboración con la Paramus High School y la participación en el desfile del 4 de julio y el National Night Out.

• Actualización del proyecto de Restauración del Saddle River
• Discusión sobre la Iniciativa de Reducción de Plásticos para Minoristas
• Resumen de la comunicación de la Ordenanza de Centros de Datos al Alcalde y al Concejo
• Resumen de la comunicación de la Ordenanza de Contaminación Lumínica
• Actualizaciones sobre Bee City USA y la colaboración de Shade Tree

The commission approved the April 1, 2026 meeting minutes. A motion to advance the Bee City USA application was passed, directing the commission to complete the application, pay fees, and draft an ordinance. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 1, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Moved forward with Bee City USA application (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Mayor & Council

El Alcalde y el Concejo introducirán tres ordenanzas, incluida una que enmendaría el código de zonificación para definir los usos de 'comercio de clubes de almacenes basados en membresía' y establecer requisitos de estacionamiento, y permitir la venta de propano como un uso accesorio en las zonas HCC y HCC-2. También considerarán una resolución que enmienda el acuerdo del desarrollador para el sitio de Bergen Town Center y autorizarán un contrato de servicios profesionales para servicios de tasación. Una agenda de consentimiento incluye numerosas resoluciones para pagos, liberaciones de plazos, órdenes de cambio, nombramientos de personal y acuerdos de uso de piscinas.

• Introducción de la Ordenanza 2026-12 para agregar definiciones y requisitos de estacionamiento para el comercio de clubes de almacenes basados en membresía y permitir la venta de propano accesoria a dichos usos en las zonas HCC y HCC-2
• Resolución 26-05-306 que enmienda el acuerdo del desarrollador con Russo Development para el sitio de Bergen Town Center
• Resolución 26-05-307 para adjudicar un contrato de servicios profesionales para servicios de tasación para la valoración de servidumbres
• Orden de Cambio No. 1 para el proyecto de limpieza de la Estación de Bombeo de Prospect Street, disminuyendo los costos en $6,498.75
• Orden de Cambio No. 1 para las renovaciones del tanque de combustible del Golf Course, aumentando los costos en $8,626.81

Recreation Commission

The Paramus Recreation Commission held a public meeting to review and approve its financial report and the minutes from the previous meeting. Commissioners voted to adopt both documents. The meeting also included a public hearing, reports from the director and assistant directors on spring sports, summer camp, and facility updates, and a discussion of staffing needs for the football program.

• Approval of the recreation department financial report
• Approval of the meeting minutes
• Public hearing where a former wrestling coach thanked the commission
• Director's report on spring sports, Midland Field opening day, and football coach search
• Assistant directors' reports on softball, camp, cheer, track & field, and LAX

Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Paramus llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre dos solicitudes de varianza residenciales. Una busca construir un vestíbulo cerrado y un porche delantero abierto con alivio de retranqueo en 402 Chestnut Street. La otra propone una piscina enterrada, patio, jacuzzi y tobogán que requieren varianzas para la cobertura de edificación, cobertura impermeable y retranqueos en 676 Cambridge Road.

• Expediente No. 7265: Niyazov busca varianzas para el retranqueo del patio delantero de 20.7' (requerido 35') para el vestíbulo cerrado y 17.7' para el porche abierto en 402 Chestnut Street
• Expediente No. 7263: 676 Cambridge LLC busca varianzas para una cobertura de edificación del 27.2% (máx. 25%), cobertura impermeable del 53.8% (máx. 50%) y una intrusión en el retranqueo del patio trasero para un tobogán en 676 Cambridge Road

Pool Commission

La Comisión de la Piscina Municipal de Paramus llevará a cabo una reunión regular el 23 de abril de 2026. El orden del día incluye la aprobación de actas anteriores, comentarios del público y diversos informes (enlace, gerente, edificios, cafetería, presupuesto, equipo de natación/clavados). No se enumeran decisiones específicas ni cifras financieras; la reunión parece ser de carácter procedimental.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior
• Informe de enlace que incluye paquetes de empleados, registro, depósitos diarios, drenaje/pintura de la piscina
• Informes de comités: Edificios y Terrenos, Cafetería, Entretenimiento, Personal, Presupuesto, Equipo de Natación/Clavados
• Discusión del informe de pases comunitarios y folletos/letreros

The Commission approved a $710 advertisement package including five weeks of ads and 25,000 digital impressions on NorthJersey.com. The Commission also agreed to a $750 expenditure for lawn signs.

• Approved March 19, 2026 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved $750 expenditure for lawn signs
• Approved $710 advertising package via NorthJersey.com

Mayor & Council

El Alcalde y el Concejo llevarán a cabo audiencias públicas sobre dos solicitudes de subvención al Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund: una para mejoras conformes a la ley ADA en Sirianni Park, y otra para la adquisición de una parcela boscosa de 2.3 acres en Joy Farm para la preservación de espacios abiertos. La agenda también incluye resoluciones que autorizan contratos de mejora de carreteras con D.S. Meyer Enterprises y AJM Contractors, acuerdos de dos demandas contra el Paramus Police Department y múltiples acciones de personal, incluyendo nombramientos de nuevos oficiales de patrulla e incrementos salariales por escalafón.

• Audiencia pública sobre la subvención del Bergen County Trust Fund 2026 para mejoras de ADA en Sirianni Park (parque infantil, baños, senderos, canchas de baloncesto)
• Audiencia pública sobre la subvención del Bergen County Trust Fund 2026 para la adquisición de una parcela boscosa de 2.3 acres en Joy Farm para espacio abierto
• Resolución 26-04-259: Autorizar contrato con D.S. Meyer Enterprises para las mejoras de West Century Road del NJDOT para el año fiscal 2024
• Resolución 26-04-260: Autorizar contrato con AJM Contractors para las mejoras de carreteras CDBG en Cumberland Court para el año fiscal 2025
• Resoluciones 26-04-240 y 26-04-241: Autorizar acuerdos de las demandas Michael Cleary vs. Paramus Police Department y Nicholas Perna vs. Paramus Police Department

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Paramus considerará una resolución para la aprobación de un plan menor del sitio en 330 Route 17 y llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para un cambio de uso con variaciones en 460 Route 17. La solicitud de Hashemi Group en 625 From Road ha sido trasladada a la reunión del 4 de junio de 2026 y no será escuchada. La junta también aprobará actas y comprobantes.

• Varlik Investment, LLC – 330 Route 17, Block 3601, Lot 6 – Aprobación de Plan Menor del Sitio (resolución)
• 460 Route 17, LLC – 460 Route 17, Block 5303, Lot 2 – Cambio de Uso, Permitidos y Variaciones (audiencia pública)
• Hashemi Group, LLC – 625 From Road, Block 6303, Lot 2 – trasladado a la reunión del 4 de junio de 2026

The Paramus Planning Board approved a change of use application for a new Ineos luxury car dealership at 460 Route 17, with conditions including repaving, restriping, sewer line video inspection, and reduced vehicle display. The board also unanimously approved Resolution #26-12 for Varlik Investment, LLC, and approved minutes and vouchers.

• Approved Resolution #26-12 for Varlik Investment, LLC (5-0)
• Approved change of use for 460 Route 17, LLC – new luxury car dealership with conditions (6-0)
• Approved minutes from April 2, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (6-0)

Pool Commission

Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Paramus llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre varias solicitudes de varianza residenciales y comerciales. Un punto clave es una solicitud de varianza de uso para construir una vivienda trifamiliar en 34 Farview Terrace, la cual no está permitida en la zona HCC-2 y requiere múltiples varianzas volumétricas. Otras solicitudes incluyen una casa nueva en 299 Gorden Drive con una intrusión de cimientos no conforme, y una piscina y patio en 676 Cambridge Road con varianzas de cobertura. Un caso de contenedor de almacenamiento de jardinería ha sido aplazado hasta el 11 de junio de 2026. La junta también aprobará actas y resoluciones de reuniones anteriores.

• Expediente 7257: 34 Farview Terrace – varianza de uso y varianzas volumétricas para una vivienda trifamiliar en la zona HCC-2 (uso no permitido)
• Expediente 7264: 299 Gorden Drive – vivienda nueva con cimientos no conformes que invaden 4 pulgadas el retranqueo lateral
• Expediente 7263: 676 Cambridge Road – piscina, patio, jacuzzi, tobogán con varianzas: cobertura de edificación 27.2% (requerido 25%), cobertura impermeable 53.8% (requerido 50%)
• Expediente 7233: 148 Spring Valley Road (Billy V’s Unique Landscaping) – aplazado al 11 de junio de 2026 para uso de contenedor de almacenamiento y varianzas volumétricas
• Resoluciones aprobadas para el Expediente 7262 (porche delantero), Expediente 7261 (subdivisión menor/varianza de uso) y Expediente 7148 (plan de sitio enmendado)

Golf Commission

La Comisión de Golf de Paramus llevará a cabo una reunión regular para aprobar las actas de febrero y marzo de 2026 y recibir informes. Los temas de discusión notables incluyen el informe del Gerente General sobre la reparación del alcantarillado y el trabajo de Dryject, asuntos pendientes relacionados con un procesador de tarjetas de crédito anterior (Shift4), y nuevos asuntos para una sesión de PGA Project Hope el 17 de abril. La reunión también incluye un período de comentarios públicos y una sesión cerrada para contratos.

• Informe del Gerente General/Superintendente sobre la reparación del alcantarillado y Dryject
• Asuntos pendientes relacionados con el procesador de tarjetas de crédito anterior Shift4
• Discusiones de asuntos pendientes sobre la salida, el restaurante, el edificio del simulador y los tanques de gas
• Nuevos asuntos: primera sesión de PGA Project Hope el 17 de abril
• Informe financiero de marzo y revisión de correspondencia

The Paramus Golf Commission approved the minutes from the February 11 meeting and rejected all prior bids for a golf simulator to allow a re-bid. Members also discussed the pond project timeline, new gas tank installation, and course conditions. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved minutes of February 11 meeting
• Rejected all prior bids for golf simulator to enable re-bid

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra y Parques recibirá el informe del Superintendente Adjunto sobre una liberación de preservación de árboles en 331 Lockwood Drive y un asunto en 228 Monroe Avenue. También discutirán la poda latente, la trituración de tocones, los campos atléticos de primavera y autorizarán el pago de facturas.

• Liberación de preservación de árboles en 331 Lockwood Drive
• Asunto referente a 228 Monroe Avenue
• Operaciones de poda latente
• Trabajos de trituración de tocones
• Preparación de campos atléticos de primavera

The Commission approved the use of trust funds for additional plantings at Borough Hall for Arbor Day. The board also authorized the payment of bills and reviewed a resident request regarding tree limb removal.

• Approved use of trust for additional Arbor Day plantings at Borough Hall
• Approved authorization to pay bills

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will consider an ordinance (2026-11) that changes the fee structure for golf and country clubs under Appendix A460-21, Chapter 259 of the borough code. The council will also vote on two sick‑time payout resolutions totaling $140,279.40 for employees Christopher Esposito and Brian Linden. Additional items include approval of a CDBG road‑improvement contract, a $15,000 food‑and‑beverage concession contract for the municipal pool, and an $89,800 pool painting contract.

• Ordinance 2026-11: amend fees for golf and country clubs (Appendix A460-21, Chapter 259)
• Resolution authorizing sick‑time payout of $63,784.80 to Christopher Esposito
• Resolution authorizing sick‑time payout of $76,494.60 to Brian Linden
• Resolution awarding FY 2024 CDBG unprogrammed road improvements to AJM Contractors, Inc.
• Resolution awarding $15,000 food‑and‑beverage concession at the municipal pool to Burgers and More

The council approved a gold‑ and silver‑buying event at the Hampton Inn and adopted an ordinance changing golf and country‑club fees. It also adopted a consent agenda that authorized several payments, a tax‑appeal attorney, tax‑sale certificate redemptions, sick‑time payouts, and a FY 2024 road‑improvement contract. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved US Roadshow Inc gold/silver buying event at Hampton Inn (April 13‑17) – approved
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-11 amending Appendix A460-21 Chapter 259 fees for golf and country clubs – vote 4-0
• Adopted consent agenda moving resolutions 26-04-228‑231 and adding 26-04-232 – vote 4-0
• Authorized payment of bills (Resolution 26-04-209) – vote 4-0
• Authorized commercial tax‑appeal attorney for Dave Monopoly, Inc. case (Resolution 26-04-210) – vote 4-0
• Authorized redemption of tax‑sale certificates for Block 204 Lot 1 and Block 3702 Lot 3 (Res 26-04-211, 212) – vote 4-0
• Authorized sick‑time payouts to Christopher Esposito ($63,784.80) and Brian Linden ($76,494.60) – vote 4-0
• Authorized award of FY 2024 CDBG unprogrammed road improvements to AJM Contractors, Inc. – vote 4-0

Planning Board

The Paramus Planning Board will consider several development applications, including an amended site plan for New Concepts for Living, Inc. at 765 Route 17 South. It will also hear a minor site‑plan approval for Varlik Investment, LLC at 330 Route 17 and a minor addition, signage, and site‑plan request for Yard House USA, Inc. at 1 Garden State Plaza Way. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of March 19 minutes and payment vouchers.

• New Concepts for Living, Inc. – amended site plan for 765 Route 17 South, Block 6801, Lot 9
• Varlik Investment, LLC – minor site‑plan approval for 330 Route 17, Block 3601, Lot 6
• Yard House USA, Inc. – minor addition, signage and minor site plan for 1 Garden State Plaza Way, Block 301, Lot 5.01
• Approval of March 19, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approval of vouchers to be paid

The Paramus Planning Board approved a resolution for New Concepts for Living, Inc. and granted minor site‑plan approvals for Varlik Investment, LLC and Yard House USA, Inc. All three approvals passed unanimously. The board also approved payment vouchers and adopted the minutes from the March 19, 2026 meeting.

• Approved Resolution #26 for New Concepts for Living, Inc. (3-0-0)
• Approved minor site‑plan for Varlik Investment, LLC (6-0-0)
• Approved minor site‑plan for Yard House USA, Inc. (6-0-0)
• Approved payment vouchers (6-0-0)
• Approved minutes from 3.19.26 meeting (3-0-0)

Environmental Commission

The commission unanimously approved the March 4, 2026 meeting minutes. The pending by‑laws and the end‑of‑year report were both tabled to the next meeting. No other substantive actions were decided during this session.

• Approved March 4, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• By‑laws tabled to next meeting
• End‑of‑year report tabled to next meeting

Pool Commission

The commission approved the prior meeting’s minutes. Members heard public inquiries about food‑truck service, family and veteran pricing, a professional performer’s pool pass issue, a school‑group pool day request, and a proposal for diving lessons. Committee reports on operations, budget, and activities were presented, but no specific actions were recorded.

• East Brook Middle School asked about allowing food trucks at a pool day.
• Family of four (including two seniors and a 100% disabled veteran) inquired about pricing.
• Professional performer Veronica James reported a pool pass was reissued under a different name and requested its return.
• Stony Lane 4th‑grade committee requested a combined pool day for about 150 students and volunteers in June, seeking availability and cost details.
• Former elite gymnast and collegiate diver offered to provide diving lessons as a special event.

The commission approved the March 19 minutes unanimously. It decided to launch online registration for pool members and to exempt members who proved residency last year from providing proof again this year. Additional actions include investigating a new wooden pool sign and appointing a snack‑bar liaison for the summer.

• Approved minutes from 3/19/26 (unanimous)
• Decided to launch online registration for pool members
• Set residency rule: members who proved residency last year exempt from proof this year
• Commissioner Casey offered to serve as snack‑bar liaison for the summer season
• Commission to investigate a new wooden pool sign for the front of the pool
• Commission to invite Burgers & More to an April meeting regarding the snack‑bar concession
• Garrett Luna and Commissioner Valente to follow up with Councilman Antonio on street banners
• Commissioners Valente and Casey to work on a sponsorship program

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three applications. One residential request seeks to build an open front porch at 21 Ferndale Road that would encroach the front‑yard setback by 6 ft. A commercial request from HYE Tower Holdings, LLC proposes a minor subdivision and multiple variances for the 590 Valley Health Road site, deviating from required lot area, width, setbacks, and building coverage. Additional items include a three‑family dwelling variance for 34 Farview Terrace and a resolution approving a two‑story addition at 723 Stevens Court.

• Docket 7262 – Graziano – open front porch 5’-6” × 38’11” at 21 Ferndale Road, encroaching front‑yard setback by 6 ft (allowed 5 ft).
• Docket 7261 – HYE Tower Holdings, LLC – minor subdivision and variance for 590 Valley Health Road; proposed lot area 12,637 sf (required 21,750 sf), lot width 100 ft (required 200 ft), front yard setback 21.55 ft (required 25 ft), rear yard setback 0 ft (required 25 ft), building coverage 38.8 % (required 25 %).
• Docket 7257 – 34 Farview Terrace LLC – three‑family dwelling variance; proposed building coverage 26.8 % (required 25 %), side yard setback 5.92 ft (required 10 ft), driveway width 10 ft (required 12 ft); lot area, width, and frontage below required but listed as existing non‑conforming.
• Resolution Docket 7260 – Perez – two‑story addition at 723 Stevens Court approved.

The Board approved the commercial variance and minor subdivision for HYE Tower Holdings LLC (6‑6). It also approved a residential front‑porch project for Vincent Graziano (6‑6) and a residential addition for Perez at 723 Stevens Court (5‑5). The meeting minutes were approved (4‑4) and the board adjourned (6‑6).

• Approved commercial variance/minor subdivision for HYE Tower Holdings LLC (6/6)
• Approved open front porch for Vincent Graziano (6/6)
• Approved Perez addition at 723 Stevens Court (5/5)
• Approved meeting minutes (4/4)
• Adjourned meeting (6/6)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will meet to approve the appointment of new police officers and authorize payments for municipal services and projects. The agenda includes resolutions for personnel, capital purchases, and the approval of a summer concert series.

• Hiring 1 new patrol officer at $50,607 annually
• Purchasing a chipper for $79,468.40
• Approving $128,596.06 for landscaping supplies
• Authorizing $43,700 for engineering services at the Gennarelli Sports Plex
• Approving a summer concert series with LGE Event Productions

The council voted 6-0 to approve a developer agreement between Russo Development and the Borough of Paramus for the Bergen Town Center site. In the same meeting, the council also approved several ordinances and resolutions, including the appointment of a new patrol officer with a $50,607 salary, amendments to golf and municipal fee structures, and the purchase of landscaping supplies totaling $128,596.06.

• Approved developer agreement with Russo Development for Bergen Town Center (6-0)
• Appointed patrol officer step 1 with salary $50,607 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance amending golf and country club fees (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance amending municipal convenience fees (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance amending restitution chapter (6-0)
• Authorized purchase of landscaping supplies for $128,596.06 (6-0)
• Approved change order $8,950.20 for Midland Avenue Field improvement (6-0)
• Approved settlement resolution (5-1)

Board of Health

The Paramus Board of Health will meet on March 23, 2026 to consider several agenda items. The most notable is Ordinance H 2026-208, which would amend and supplement Chapter 169 Part 2 concerning animal nuisance definitions and categories. The board will also approve minutes from the January 28, 2026 meeting, review staff reports, and discuss the 2026 operating budget and pending licenses and permits.

• Ordinance H 2026-208 to amend Chapter 169 Part 2 “PART 2 CATS,” updating definitions and prohibited animal nuisances
• Approval of minutes from the January 28, 2026 Board of Health meeting
• Review of staff reports, including the 2025 Annual Health Report, Environmental, Animal Control, Deputy Registrar, Nurse, and Health Education & Public Health Supervisor reports (Jan–Feb 2026)
• Unfinished business discussion of the 2026 operating budget
• Consideration of pending licenses and permits for January–February 2026

The Board of Health unanimously approved the 2026 operating budget for the Paramus Health Department. It also appointed Brianna Bell-Gunderson as Alternate Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics for a three‑year term. In addition, the Board approved the minutes from the January 28 meeting and the Health Officer’s Report.

• Approved minutes of the Jan 28, 2026 meeting (motion by Ms. Piazza, seconded by Ms. Burger)
• Approved Health Officer’s Report (motion by Ms. Burger, seconded by Ms. Piazza)
• Approved 2026 Health Department operating budget (4 yeas, 0 nays, unanimous)
• Appointed Brianna Bell-Gunderson as Alternate Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics (4 yeas, 0 nays, unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider resolutions for three specific property applications. No new public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Minor Subdivision: RRF Properties, LLC at 38 W. Ridgewood Avenue
• Signage: Twelve Route 4, LLC at 197 Route 17 S
• Amended Site Plan: Humdingers, LLC at 64 E. Midland Avenue

The Paramus Planning Board approved Resolution #26-08 for Humdingers, LLC, Resolution #26-09 for Twelve Route 4, LLC, and Resolution #26-10 for RRF Properties, LLC. The board also approved vouchers to be paid and adopted the minutes from the March 5 and March 10 special meetings. All votes were recorded as unanimous in favor.

• Approved Resolution #26-08 for Humdingers, LLC (4-0-0)
• Approved Resolution #26-09 for Twelve Route 4, LLC (4-0-0)
• Approved Resolution #26-10 for RRF Properties, LLC (4-0-0)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (6-0-0)
• Approved minutes from 3/5/26 meeting (3-0-0)
• Approved minutes from 3/10/26 special meeting (6-0-0)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission will consider reports on facilities, personnel, and budget. Members will discuss band contracts, snack‑stand rewards, and basketball‑court equipment. The commission will also address registration methods for the upcoming swim season and recreational camp dates.

• Band contracts and invoices
• Basketball hoops and striping
• Snack stand preliminary reward
• Opening registration (in person)
• Online registration?

The commission approved the creation of two pool‑registration street banners and tasked Commissioner Valente with coordinating lawn signs and a contract with Fair Lawn Jewish Camp. Commissioner Frankland will handle continued newspaper advertising, and the commission will contact the PHS Wood Shop about additional chair‑service slots. The commission also plans to work with Shalom Childhood Learning Center to schedule summer pool use.

• Commission approved two street banners for pool registration (assigned to Councilman Antonio to order)
• Commissioner Valente to coordinate lawn‑sign advertising
• Commissioner Frankland to coordinate continued local‑paper advertisement
• Commissioner Valente to follow up with Shalom Childhood Learning Center for summer pool dates
• Commission to contact PHS Wood Shop about building additional chair‑service slots
• Commissioner Valente signed Fair Lawn Jewish Camp contract and will give check to Garrett for processing

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission will discuss the property at 228 Monroe Avenue. The commission will address winter removal activities. The commission will consider authorizing payment of bills.

• 228 Monroe Avenue
• Winter removals
• Authorization to pay bills

The commission approved a motion to trim an additional oak tree, contingent on payment for ISA treatment and removal of the tree and stump. It also approved the release of a tree preservation document and authorized payment of outstanding bills. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved oak trimming contingent on ISA treatment (motion by A. Hios, seconded by F. Rizzo, all in favor)
• Approved tree preservation release (motion by B. Goggin, seconded by F. Ehlers, all in favor)
• Approved authorization to pay bills (motion by F. Ehlers, seconded by A. Hios, all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by B. Goggin, seconded by F. Rizzo, all in favor)

Golf Commission

The Paramus Golf Commission will consider approval of the January and February 2026 meeting minutes. It will receive a finance report for February and a General Manager report covering lottery, e‑bike damage, and winter issues. Old business items include an outing, restaurant matters, simulator building bids, and 2026 fee considerations. New business focuses on the upcoming budget.

• Approve minutes for January 2026
• Approve minutes for February 2026
• Finance report for February
• Old Business: simulator building bids and 2026 fees
• New Business: budget

Affordable Housing

The body is reviewing the status of mechanical upgrades and ADA compliance at housing sites. Members will discuss emergency repair procedures, spending caps, and a resolution for a Bergen County Community Development grant for senior housing improvements.

• Resolution for Bergen County Community Development grant for senior housing improvements
• Proposal for Bento card
• Discussion on expanding camera systems at Behnke for parking lot security
• Review of elevator upgrades at VIP to meet code
• Status of air conditioning and boiler bids from Atlantic Mechanical

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will consider a series of ordinances and resolutions, including changes to affordable‑housing zoning, fee adjustments, and staffing actions. They will vote on contracts totaling $34,000 for Cumberland Court road work and $100,750 for design and construction of Reid Park improvements. Additional items include the release of performance bonds for a project at 828 Route 17 and the adoption of a recycling‑tonnage grant application.

• Ordinance 2026-07 repeals and replaces the borough’s inclusionary‑zoning requirements
• Resolution 26-03-158 accepts a $34,000 proposal from ALAIMO GROUP for CDBG road improvements at Cumberland Court
• Resolution 26-03-159 accepts a $100,750 proposal from ALAIMO GROUP for design, permitting, and construction management of Reid Park improvements
• Resolution 26-03-152 releases performance and safety bonds for Dynamic Engineering, 828 Route 17, as recommended by Alaimo Group
• Resolution 26-03-146 authorizes payment of various outstanding bills

The council approved several community event requests, including extensions for Circus Vazquez and photo sessions at Garden State Plaza. Six ordinances were adopted, notably Ordinance 2026-07 that repeals and replaces the borough’s affordable‑housing inclusionary zoning requirements. The Fourth Round Housing Plan was added to the non‑consent agenda. All ordinance votes were unanimous (6‑0).

• Approved Circus Vazquez event extension through March 23, 2026 at Garden State Plaza
• Approved Garden State Plaza Easter Bunny photo sessions on March 15, 22, and 29, 2026
• Approved Desert Center Films LLC filming at Paramus Park Mall on April 5, 19, and 26, 2026
• Approved RIX Magazine car show at 145 Route 4 on April 26, 2026
• Approved Ordinance 2026-09 amending municipal convenience fees (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-10 amending restitution chapter (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-07 repealing and replacing affordable‑housing inclusionary zoning (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-08 amending the Oster site redevelopment plan (6-0)

Planning Board

The Paramus Planning Board will hold a public hearing to adopt an amendment to the Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. The board will also review two ordinances: one repealing and replacing the borough's inclusionary zoning requirements and another amending the Oster Site redevelopment plan.

• Public hearing on Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan amendment
• Ordinance 2026-07: Repeals and replaces Chapter 210, Affordable Housing – Inclusionary Zoning Requirements
• Ordinance 2026-08: Amends Oster Site redevelopment plan for Fourth Round compliance

The Board voted unanimously (7‑0‑0) to approve Resolution #26‑07 amending the borough’s Fourth‑Round Housing Element and Fair Share plan. The Board also voted unanimously (7‑0‑0) to recommend that the amendment and the two revised affordable‑housing ordinances (Mayor and Council Ordinance No. 2026‑07 and 2026‑08) are consistent with the Master Plan and should be sent to the Mayor and Council.

• Approved Resolution #26-07 amending the Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share plan (7-0-0)
• Recommended to Mayor and Council that the amendment and Ordinance 2026-07 & 2026-08 are consistent with the Master Plan (7-0-0)

Planning Board

The Paramus Planning Board meeting on March 5, 2026 includes public hearings on two development applications. The board will review the Raising Cane’s Restaurant proposal at 55 Route 4 and 4 Farview Avenue (Block 604, Lots 8‑10) for preliminary and final site plan approval, a variance, a major soil‑moving permit, and signage. The board will also hear an amended site plan and additional major soil‑moving permit request from New Concepts for Living, Inc. at 765 Route 17 South (Block 6801, Lot 9). The agenda also includes approval of minutes from February 19, 2026 and payment of previously approved vouchers.

• Raising Cane’s Restaurant – 55 Route 4 & 4 Farview Ave, Block 604, Lots 8‑10: preliminary & final site plan approval, variance, major soil‑moving permit, signage
• New Concepts for Living, Inc. – 765 Route 17 South, Block 6801, Lot 9: amended site plan and additional major soil‑moving permit
• Approval of minutes from February 19, 2026
• Payment of approved vouchers (amount not specified)
• Public hearing portion of the meeting

The board approved Resolution #26‑06 for Raising Cane’s Restaurant, LLC with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved the amended site plan, variances, and major soil moving permit for New Concepts for Living, Inc. with a 5‑0 vote. Payment vouchers were approved by a 5‑0 vote, and the minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting were approved by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution #26‑06 for Raising Cane’s Restaurant, LLC (3‑0)
• Approved New Concepts for Living, Inc. amended site plan and variances (5‑0)
• Approved payment vouchers (5‑0)
• Approved minutes from 2.19.26 (3‑0)

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission will review its budget and membership, discuss the Saddle River restoration, and plan a spring clean-up. The meeting also includes updates from the Planning Board and a presentation on light pollution.

• Approval of February 4, 2026 minutes
• Environmental Commission Budget discussion
• Spring Clean Up planning
• Saddle River Restoration update
• Bergen Hub Light Pollution presentation

The Environmental Commission approved the February 4, 2026 minutes by unanimous consent. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates, public comments, and discussions on topics such as the spring clean‑up, glyphosate ban, shade‑tree collaboration, and retailer initiatives, but no formal actions or votes were taken on these items.

• Approved February 4, 2026 minutes (unanimous)

Pool Commission

The Pool Commission is meeting to review registration locations, brochures, and concession updates. The body will also discuss budget recaps and employee paperwork.

• Budget meeting recap
• Registration and registration location
• Concession updates
• Comp contract updates
• Payment of bills

The Paramus Recreation Commission approved the financial report and the meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also approved. The board introduced a new Board of Education liaison during the session.

• Approved financial report (motion by Commissioner Pallotto, seconded by Commissioner Brundage)
• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Commissioner Zysman, seconded by Commissioner Benaquista)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Commissioner Brundage, seconded by Commissioner Alfano)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on a residential two‑story rear addition at 723 Stevens Court and on an amended site‑plan and bulk variance for a commercial project at 750 Route 17 North. It will also consider a resolution for a one‑car garage and laundry/mud room at 62 Diaz Place, and review minutes from the January 8 and February 12, 2026 meetings.

• Docket 7260 – Perez – 723 Stevens Court – two‑story rear addition; proposed side yard 7.5 ft (required 10 ft) and rear yard 19.72 ft (required 30 ft).
• Docket 7241 – 750 Paramus LLC & One Ridgewood LLC – 750 Route 17 North – amended preliminary & final site plan with minor soil moving; proposed building coverage 36.7 % (required 25 %), height 4 stories/44.45 ft (required 2 stories/36 ft), rear yard setback 5.9 ft (required 25 ft), front‑yard parking proposed (not permitted).
• Docket 7258 – Sardanopoli – 62 Diaz Place – resolution for one‑car garage and laundry/mud room.
• Review of minutes from the January 8, 2026 and February 12, 2026 meetings.
• Adjournment of the meeting.

The Board approved a two‑story rear addition at 723 Stevens Court and an amended site‑plan with a bulk‑variance relief for 750 Route 17 North, each by a unanimous 7‑to‑0 vote. It also approved a resolution for a one‑car garage and laundry/mud room at 62 Diaz Place by a unanimous 4‑to‑0 vote. The Board subsequently approved the prior meeting minutes and adjourned the session.

• Approved two‑story rear addition at 723 Stevens Court (7‑0)
• Approved amended site‑plan and bulk‑variance relief for 750 Route 17 North (7‑0)
• Approved resolution for one‑car garage & laundry/mud room at 62 Diaz Place (4‑0)
• Approved January 8 2026 meeting minutes (9‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission is holding a special meeting to reorganize its committees and approve finances and meeting minutes. The body will discuss the status of summer camps, the Different Abilities Program, and updates for various sports including football and cheer. Reports will be provided by the Director, Assistant Directors, and the Recreation Assistant.

• Reorganization of committees
• Finance approval
• Status updates for Midland Field and summer camp registration
• Review of Different Abilities Program
• Reports on intown basketball and lacrosse

The Recreation Commission voted to approve its financial report and the minutes from the previous meeting. Both motions were seconded and carried. A final motion to adjourn the meeting was also approved.

• Approved financial report (motion by Commissioner Pallotto, seconded by Commissioner Brundage)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion by Commissioner Zysman, seconded by Commissioner Benaquista)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Commissioner Brundage, seconded by Commissioner Alfano)

Board of Health

The Paramus Board of Health will consider the introduction of an ordinance to amend Chapter 169 Part 2 regarding cats, and will discuss the 2026 Operating Budget. The meeting agenda is tentative.

• Introduction of Ordinance H 2026-208 to amend Chapter 169 Part 2 'Part 2 Cats'
• Discussion of 2026 Operating Budget
• Approval of January 28, 2026 meeting minutes
• Presentation of 2025 Annual Health Report
• Licenses & Permits pending approval (Dec 2025 - Jan 2026)

Planning Board

The Paramus Planning Board approved several applications, including an amended site plan for Humdingers LLC that adds laser‑tag and a parking variance, each by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved three resolutions for JK Farm & Realty, 89 Westview, and Russo Acquisitions, as well as a minor subdivision for RRF Properties and signage for Twelve Route 4, all unanimously. Vouchers and the previous meeting minutes were approved, and the board recorded the votes.

• Approved Resolution #26-03 for JK Farm & Realty, LLC (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution #26-04 for 89 Westview, LLC (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution #26-05 for Russo Acquisitions, LLC (5‑0)
• Approved minor subdivision for RRF Properties, LLC (5‑0)
• Approved signage variance for Twelve Route 4, LLC (5‑0)
• Approved amended site plan and parking variance for Humdingers, LLC (5‑0)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (5‑0)
• Approved minutes from 1.29.26 (3‑0)

Mayor & Council

The council adopted Ordinance 2026-07, repealing and replacing the borough’s inclusionary zoning requirements for affordable housing. It also approved Ordinance 2026-08 amending the Oster Site redevelopment plan for a fourth round of affordable‑housing compliance, and Ordinance 2026-06 permitting Unibail‑Rodamco‑Westfield to name internal streets at Garden State Plaza. Several resolutions authorized payments, refunds, and personnel actions.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-07 repealing and replacing Chapter 210 inclusionary zoning (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-08 amending the Oster Site redevelopment plan for affordable housing compliance (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-06 permitting Unibail‑Rodamco‑Westfield street names at Garden State Plaza (5-0)
• Motion to close meeting for personnel, litigation, and affordable housing discussion carried (5-0)
• Motion to move non‑consent agenda items to consent agenda carried (5-0)
• Authorized Change Order No. 1 for artificial turf field project ($57,014.15) (consent agenda)
• Authorized refunds for tax overpayments to PSE&G, Corelogic, and Matthew (consent agenda)
• Authorized personnel promotions and appointments in police, DPW, and finance departments (consent agenda)

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three proposals. A residential request seeks to build a one‑car garage and laundry/mud room at 62 Diaz Place with reduced side‑yard setbacks. A commercial request seeks a three‑family dwelling at 34 Farview Terrace, requiring a use variance and several setback and coverage variances. An amendment for 750 Route 17 North proposes a larger building, increased height, and front‑yard parking, all needing bulk variance relief.

• Docket 7258 – 62 Diaz Place: one‑car garage & laundry/mud room; proposed total side‑yard 15.1 ft (required 20 ft) and minimum side‑yard 5.9 ft (required 10 ft).
• Docket 7257 – 34 Farview Terrace LLC: three‑family dwelling; use variance required; proposed building coverage 26.8 % (required 25 %), side‑yard setback 5.92 ft (required 10 ft), driveway width 10 ft (required 12 ft), lot area 9,812 sq ft (required 21,780 sq ft), lot width/frontage 50 ft (required 200 ft) – existing non‑conforming.
• Docket 7241 – 750 Route 17 North: amended site plan with minor soil moving and bulk variance relief; proposed building coverage 36.7 % (required 25 %), height 4 stories/44.45 ft (required 2 stories/36 ft), rear yard setback 5.9 ft (required 25 ft), front‑yard parking (required not permitted).
• All proposals are subject to Section 429‑8 site‑plan review requirements.
• The board will consider granting, modifying, or denying the requested variances.

The Board of Adjustment unanimously confirmed nominations for Court Reporter, Board Attorney, Engineer and Planner. It then approved three separate development proposals—two‑story rear addition, inground pool & sports court, and rear porch addition—by recorded votes. The meeting was adjourned after the approvals.

• Approved Susan Bischoff as Court Reporter (5‑5)
• Approved Craig Bossong as Board Attorney (5‑5)
• Approved John Dunlea as Board Engineer (5‑5)
• Approved Kathryn Gregory as Board Planner (5‑5)
• Approved 7258 Sardanopoli two‑story rear addition (5‑5)
• Approved 7259 Shikar inground pool & sports court (4‑4)
• Approved 7256 Fernandez rear porch, two‑story addition over garage (4‑4)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑5)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Pool Commission will approve the minutes from the previous meeting, address several requests for lifeguard certification, review routine reports and contracts, and consider a $581 payment to A.Hickey Electric for a pool pump repair.

• Approve minutes of the prior meeting (unanimous vote).
• Respond to certificate requests from Luca Mannina, Mia Raccuglia, and Emily Escobar.
• Review employee paperwork, resolutions, and compensation contracts.
• Discuss committee reports on buildings & grounds, snack bar, entertainment, personnel, web, budget, and swim/diving team.
• Authorize $581 payment to A.Hickey Electric for pool pump circuit breaker issue.

The Paramus Pool Commission approved the October 2025 minutes with a unanimous vote. Afterward, the commission unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved October minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission will review a tree preservation release for two sycamore trees at 322 Bullard Avenue, costing $8,201.00. The agenda also includes discussion of snow removal and winter removal services. An authorization to pay the related bills will be considered. All items are presented by Assistant Superintendent Steven Campbell.

• Tree Preservation Release – 322 Bullard Avenue (2 sycamore trees) – $8,201.00
• Snow Removal services
• Winter Removals services
• Authorization to Pay Bills
• Report submitted by Assistant Superintendent Steven Campbell

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission voted unanimously to appoint W.R. Comery as chairman, Brian Goggin as vice‑chairman, and Sarah Dahl as secretary. A motion to release the cancelled Tree Preservation project was approved. The commission also approved authorizing payment of bills and adjourned the meeting.

• W.R. Comery elected chairman (unanimous)
• Brian Goggin elected vice‑chairman (unanimous)
• Sarah Dahl elected secretary (unanimous)
• Motion to release cancelled Tree Preservation project approved (unanimous)
• Authorization to pay bills approved (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn approved (unanimous)

Golf Commission

The Golf Commission will review minutes from the last three months, receive a January finance report, and discuss 2026 fees. The agenda also includes a report on winter damage to e-bikes and the status of bids for a simulator building.

• Approval of minutes for October, December, and January 2026
• Finance report for January
• Discussion of 2026 fees
• Report on e-bike damage
• Status of bids for simulator building

Planning Board

The February 5, 2026 Planning Board meeting was cancelled. The Board noted that the minor subdivision application from RRF Properties, LLC for 38 W. Ridgewood Avenue (Block 6006, Lot 5) has been adjourned to the next meeting on February 19, 2026. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 19, 2026.

• Minor subdivision application by RRF Properties, LLC at 38 W. Ridgewood Ave., Block 6006, Lot 5 – adjourned to Feb 19, 2026

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission will review old business including a Year End Report and the Saddle River Restoration, and discuss new initiatives such as the Plastic Recycling Initiative and the 2026 Budget.

• Review of 2026 Budget/Initiatives/Priorities
• Update on Saddle River Restoration
• Discussion of Plastic Recycling Initiative
• Environmental Resource Inventory Kickoff
• Bergen Hub Review

The Environmental Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting. A motion to pause this year’s Earth Day/Community Day celebration was also approved by all members present. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved January 12, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved pause of Earth Day/Community Day event for 2026 (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council meeting includes routine procedural items, a proclamation on human‑trafficking awareness, and a request from Glass Gardens to sell seasonal flowers. Council members will consider several ordinances that amend the borough code on solid waste, reserve parking, veterans affairs and internal street naming at Garden State Plaza. A series of resolutions will authorize payments, a mortgage discharge, a liquor‑license transfer, and the signing of professional‑services contracts for 2026.

• Ordinance 2026-06: permits Unibail‑Rodamco‑Westfield to use Marquee Lane, Bamberger Lane and Sprout Crescent as internal street names at Garden State Plaza
• Ordinance 2026-01: amends Chapter 379 of the borough code titled "Solid Waste"
• Resolution 26-02-96: authorizes discharge of mortgage for 665 Terrace Drive, Paramus
• Resolution 26-02-98: authorizes transfer of liquor license No. 0246-33-036-011 from OTB Acquisition of New Jersey, LLC to OTB Hospitality, LLC
• Resolution 26-02-104: authorizes the Mayor and Borough Clerk to sign professional‑services contracts for calendar year 2026

The Paramus Council appointed John Carpentieri to fill the unexpired term on the Library Board. Six ordinances amending various sections of the borough code—including street use at Garden State Plaza, solid waste, reserve parking, veterans affairs, part‑time employee compensation, and police department provisions—were adopted unanimously. A series of resolutions authorizing payments, transfers, and contracts were also adopted.

• Appointed John Carpentieri to Library Board (6-0 yeas)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-06 permitting Unibail‑Rodamco‑Westfield use of internal streets at Garden State Plaza (6-0 yeas)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-01 amending Chapter 379 "Solid Waste" (6-0 yeas)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-02 adding Schedule XV‑Reserve Parking (6-0 yeas)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-03 revising Veterans Affairs Officer and Liaison (6-0 yeas)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-04 fixing salary and compensation for certain part‑time employees (6-0 yeas)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-05 amending Police Department code (6-0 yeas)
• Adopted Resolution 26-02-95 authorizing payment of bills

Planning Board

The Planning Board reviewed and approved site plans for two new businesses. The board also heard a conceptual presentation for a drive-thru coffee shop.

• Approved site plan, variance, and signage for Raising Cane’s Restaurant at 55 Route 4 & 4 Farview Avenue
• Approved change of use for a veterinary practice at 89 Westview Avenue
• Conceptual presentation for a 7 Brew drive-thru coffee establishment at 211 Route 4 E
• Approved payment of vouchers

The Paramus Planning Board voted to approve the Raising Cane’s restaurant application and the change‑of‑use request for 89 Westview Avenue to a veterinary practice. The board also approved payment of vouchers and adopted the minutes from the January 15 meeting.

• Approved Raising Cane’s Restaurant request (6‑0‑0)
• Approved 89 Westview, LLC change of use to veterinary practice (6‑0‑0)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (6‑0‑0)
• Approved minutes from 1/15/26 meeting (5‑0‑0)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Pool Commission will discuss operational updates including the snack bar contract, upcoming pool dates, budget preparation and bond details, the status of the pool liner and pump room, and plans for basketball court resurfacing. The meeting includes reports from the manager, buildings & grounds, entertainment, and other committees before adjourning.

• Snack bar contract review
• Discussion of pool dates for the season
• Budget preparation and bond details
• Status update on pool liner and pump room
• Basketball court resurfacing plans

The Pool Commission approved the October meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The commission then adjourned the meeting, also unanimously.

• Approved October minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Paramus Recreation Commission meeting will approve its financial matters and discuss re‑organizing its committees. The board will also review reports on winter sports programs, spring track and field registration, and consider a Coach of the Year nomination. Additional reports will cover various sports, facilities, and special events.

• Re‑organize committees
• Finance approval
• Winter recap of all sports/programs
• Spring Track and Field: registration open
• Coach of the Year consideration

The Recreation Commission approved the financial report after a motion by Commissioner Pallotto and a second by Commissioner Brundage. The board also approved the meeting minutes following a motion by Commissioner Zysman and a second by Commissioner Benaquista. The meeting was then adjourned on a motion by Commissioner Brundage, seconded by Commissioner Alfano. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved financial report (motion by Commissioner Pallotto, seconded by Commissioner Brundage)
• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Commissioner Zysman, seconded by Commissioner Benaquista)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Commissioner Brundage, seconded by Commissioner Alfano)

Board of Health

The Paramus Board of Health held a reorganization meeting to elect officers and appoint staff for 2026. The board approved the 2026 operating budget and authorized the Health Officer to hold a Rabies Immunization Program.

• Election of President and Vice President
• Appointment of Joanna Adamiak as Secretary and Registrar of Vital Statistics
• Appointment of Arti Shah as Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics
• Approval of 2026 Health Department operating budget
• Authorization for Rabies Immunization Program on May 7, 2026

The Board elected Dr. Eric Nazziola as President and Ms. Dana Folcarelli as Vice President. It approved the appointment of a new Secretary, Registrar, Deputy Registrar, Alternate Deputy Registrar and a slate of health‑department staff. The regular meeting schedule was adopted and the Rabies Immunization Program for May 7 2026 was authorized. The 2026 operating budget was tabled because it was not yet available.

• Dr. Eric Nazziola elected President (unanimous yeas)
• Ms. Dana Folcarelli elected Vice President (unanimous yeas)
• Joanna Adamiak appointed Secretary (unanimous yeas)
• Joanna Adamiak appointed Registrar of Vital Statistics (3‑year term) (unanimous yeas)
• Arti Shah appointed Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics (3‑year term) (unanimous yeas)
• Sonya Mimmo appointed Alternate Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics (3‑year term) (unanimous yeas)
• Health Department staff appointments approved (unanimous yeas)
• 2026 Operating Budget resolution tabled (not approved)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting on January 22, 2026 was cancelled. The pending application (Docket 7233, Billy V’s Unique Landscaping) was carried over to the April 9, 2026 meeting.

• Carried application 7233 to April 9, 2026

Affordable Housing

The Paramus Affordable Housing Board will consider applying grant money to offset the $75,500 cost of new air‑handlers. It will also review a request to obtain a Lowe/Home Depot credit card and a request for continued rental assistance. Additional items include updates on HVAC installations, elevator repairs, and a possible senior affordable‑housing pilot program.

• Reappointment of Amit Amin for a one‑year term as board trustee
• Discussion of using grant money to offset $75,500 cost of air handlers
• Possibility of the board applying for a Lowe/Home Depot credit card
• $1,000 check made out to AHBP for maintenance services at VIP
• Request for continued rental assistance and potential use of REHAB account funds

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will discuss updates to solid waste, reserve parking, and police department codes, as well as veterans affairs officer roles. The body will also consider ratifying agreements with confidential employees and EMTs/paramedics.

• Ordinance 2026-01 to amend the "Solid Waste" code
• Ordinance 2026-02 to add a "Schedule XV-Reserve Parking" section
• Resolution 26-01-62 for a special borough planner for 4th Round Fair Share Challenges
• Resolution 26-01-74 to reject and re-bid the police pistol range renovation
• Resolution 26-01-82 appointing Chloe G. Kadien as EMT at $20.81 per hour

The Paramus Mayor and Council approved several event permits, adopted five ordinances and moved a number of resolutions to the consent agenda. Ordinances addressing solid waste, reserve parking, veterans affairs, part‑time employee compensation and police department provisions passed unanimously (6‑0). The council also approved payments, grant applications, tax refunds and staffing actions through consent‑agenda resolutions.

• Approved Circus Vazquez annual circus at Garden State Plaza Feb 1‑Mar 3, 2026 (1 pm‑9 pm)
• Approved private event at 452 Forest Ave Jan 30‑31, 2026 with 60x50 ft tent
• Approved overnight HVAC work at Bergen Town Center Feb 4, 2026 (3 am‑8 am)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026‑01 amending the solid waste code (6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026‑02 adding reserve parking provisions (6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026‑04 fixing salary and compensation for certain part‑time employees (6‑0)
• Authorized payments, grant application, engineering escrow release, planner contract and tax‑appeal settlement via consent‑agenda resolutions
• Moved Resolutions 26‑01‑91 and 26‑01‑92 to the consent agenda (6‑0)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission will meet to reorganize committees and review operational items. The body will discuss the snack bar competition contract, pool dates, and the status of the liner and pump room.

• Snack bar Comp Contract
• Liner status
• Pump room status
• Employment resolutions
• Grant status

The commission unanimously approved the October meeting minutes. They also unanimously elected Suzanne Franklin as Chairperson and Sally Locicero as Vice Chairperson. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned.

• Approved October minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Suzanne Franklin as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Sally Locicero as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Paramus Planning Board will review several development applications. Items include a major soil moving permit for Satjot Sawhney at 189 Alpine Drive, a site plan, variances and signage for UE Bergen Mall Owner’s Tommy’s Tavern at Bergen Town Center, and a preliminary and final site plan with variance, soil moving permit and signage for Raising Cane’s at 55 Route 4 and 4 Farview Avenue. The board will also hear a signage request from JK Farm & Realty on Pascack Road and a minor subdivision proposal from RRF Properties on West Ridgewood Avenue. A conceptual presentation from Levin Management will be considered.

• Satjot Sawhney – Major Soil Moving Permit, 189 Alpine Drive, Block 1704, Lot 2
• UE Bergen Mall Owner, LLC – Preliminary & Final Site Plan, variances & signage for Tommy’s Tavern, Bergen Town Center, Westside, Block 701, Lots 3, 4 & 7.01
• Raising Cane’s Restaurant – Preliminary & Final Site Plan approval, variance, major soil moving permit, signage, 55 Route 4 and 4 Farview Avenue, Block 604, Lots 8, 9 & 10
• JK Farm & Realty, LLC – Signage request, Pascack Road, Block 7701, Lot 3.01, Block 7003, Lot 1.01
• RRF Properties, LLC – Minor subdivision proposal, 38 W. Ridgewood Avenue, Block 6006, Lot 5

The Paramus Planning Board approved Resolution #26-01 for 189 Alpine, LLC and Resolution #26-02 for UE Bergen Mall Owner, LLC with a 6‑0‑0 vote on each. The board also approved JK Farm & Realty, LLC’s monument sign request (9‑0‑0), authorized payment of vouchers (8‑0‑0), and adopted the minutes from the December 4, 2025 meeting (6‑0‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Resolution #26-01 for 189 Alpine, LLC (6-0-0)
• Approved Resolution #26-02 for UE Bergen Mall Owner, LLC (Tommy’s Tavern) (6-0-0)
• Approved JK Farm & Realty, LLC monument sign request (9-0-0)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (8-0-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec 4, 2025 meeting (6-0-0)

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission will discuss routine winter tree removals, dormant pruning, and authorize payment of related bills. It will also note the cancellation of the Tree Preservation Release project at 270 Alpine Drive.

• Winter tree removals
• Dormant pruning of trees
• Authorization to pay bills for tree services
• Tree Preservation Release project cancelled at 270 Alpine Drive

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission could not conduct any votes because a quorum was not present. Commissioners discussed a resident’s request to remove and replace oak trees and noted the pending New Jersey storm‑water management plan, but no resolutions or approvals were adopted. No authorization to pay bills or other business was decided.

Golf Commission

The Golf Commission will approve the December 17th meeting minutes, review the December 2025 financial report, and consider old‑business items including the restaurant, simulator building, and 2026 fee structure. It will also hear new business, allow brief public comments, and hold a closed session to discuss contracts.

• Approve minutes from the December 17th meeting
• Review December 2025 income and financial report
• Discuss old business: restaurant, simulator building, and 2026 fees
• Public comment period (5 minutes maximum per person)
• Closed‑session discussion of contracts

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission will review updates from the mayor, council, planning board, and communications staff. New business includes appointing commission members, setting a social‑media theme, planning a community day, launching an environmental resource inventory, and introducing a plastic recycling initiative. The meeting also provides time for public comment before adjournment.

• Commission appointments
• Social media / monthly theme
• Paramus Community Day planning
• Environmental Resource Inventory kickoff
• Plastic Recycling Initiative

The Environmental Commission approved the December 8, 2025 minutes. It voted to change future meeting dates and times to the first Wednesday of each month, with all members in favor. The commission also approved a motion to change the name of the Earth Day event, again unanimously. A budget request of $4,300 was discussed but no vote was recorded.

• Approved December 8, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Changed meeting dates to the first Wednesday of each month (all in favor)
• Approved name change for the Earth Day/community event (all in favor)

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two residential applications: a variance for an addition and rear covered porch at 165 Coombs Drive, and an inground pool at 38 Oliver Road. It will also consider nominations for the 2026 attorney, engineer, planner, secretary, and court reporter positions, and review the minutes from the December 11, 2025 meeting.

• Variance request for addition & rear covered porch at 165 Coombs Drive (side yard reduction to 12.6 ft)
• Inground pool proposal at 38 Oliver Road
• Nominations for 2026 attorney
• Nominations for 2026 engineer
• Review of December 11, 2025 meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved the Fernandez addition and rear covered porch (7‑7). It also approved Shikar's inground pool, sports‑court patio, and drainage improvements (7‑7). The Board adopted the 2025 meeting schedule (7‑7) and ratified the December 11, 2025 minutes (6‑6). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Fernandez addition & rear covered porch (7/7 Yes)
• Approved Shikar inground pool, sports‑court patio and drainage (7/7 Yes)
• Approved 2025 Board of Adjustment meeting dates (7/7 Yes)
• Approved December 11, 2025 Board minutes (6/6 Yes)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council meeting on Jan 5, 2026 will elect a Council President and confirm new members to various borough boards and commissions. The Council will adopt a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions that authorize one‑year professional service contracts for positions such as borough attorney, architect, engineer, planner, auditor, bond counsel, and others. Additional resolutions will appoint municipal judges, approve a risk‑management agreement with Acrisure, LLC, and set temporary budget appropriations and other administrative actions.

• Election of Council President
• Mayor’s appointments to boards with advice & consent (e.g., Board of Adjustment, Golf Course Commission, Historic Commission, Library Board, Pool Commission, Health, Ethics Board)
• Resolutions authorizing one‑year contracts for borough attorney, architect, engineer, planner, auditor, bond counsel, and other professional services
• Appointments of Municipal Judge No. 2 for Paramus Municipal Court and Municipal Judge for Oradell Municipal Court
• Authorization of risk‑management consultant agreement with Acrisure, LLC

The Council voted unanimously to elect Councilman Alfredo Nadera as Council President. The Mayor, with Council advice and consent, appointed members to the Board of Adjustment, Golf Course Commission, Historic Commission, Library Board, Pool Commission, Health Board, and Ethics Board. The Mayor also appointed members to the Planning Board, Recreation Commission, Shade Tree, and Environmental Commission without Council advice and consent. Several resolutions authorized one‑year contracts for borough professional services and appointed two municipal judges.

• Council President election: Alfredo Nadera elected, 6‑0
• Mayor’s appointments with advice & consent: Board of Adjustment members approved
• Mayor’s appointments with advice & consent: Golf Course Commission members approved
• Mayor’s appointments with advice & consent: Historic Commission members approved
• Mayor’s appointments without advice & consent: Planning Board members approved
• Mayor’s appointments without advice & consent: Recreation Commission members approved
• Resolution 26‑01‑32: Authorized one‑year contract for borough attorney (Giblin & Gannaio LLC)
• Resolution 26‑01‑47: Appointed Municipal Judge No. 2 – Joseph L. Mecca