Pennington, New Jersey
Pennington New Jersey average (US Census ACS)
Population2,798
Per-capita income$88,350
Median home value$608,200
Typical home value $689,312 +1.5% yr/yr · +33.7% 5-yr
Reuniones recientes
Tue Jul 21, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Historic Preservation Commission meeting canceled
The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of business.
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING july 21, 2026 cancellation notice
The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, 2026 has been canceled due to lack of business.
Thank you,
Robin Tillou
Land Use Administrator
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Environmental Commission
Environmental Commission reviews lighting and solar ordinance amendments
The Environmental Commission will discuss its role in providing input on proposed lighting and solar ordinance amendments from the Master Plan. The body will also review updates on habitat initiatives and a regional resilience planning grant from the NJDEP.
- Proposed lighting and solar ordinance amendments
- NJDEP regional resilience planning grant discussion
- Bat and firefly habitat initiative update
- 2025 Municipal Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report update
- Community Energy Plan progress update
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PENNINGTON ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Agenda for Monday, July 20, 2026 – 7:30 PM
Zoom Virtual Meeting (link sent by Borough Hall, and on Boro website)
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes from June 15, 2026
Motion to approve by: _______ Second by: _______
Aye ___ Nay ___ Abstain ___
3. Announcements
Key upcoming events and updates in July & August
Other announcements from EC members
4. Public Comment (if any)
ONGOING PROJECTS
5. Parks & Recreation + Environmental Commission Collaborative Project (J. Ottomanelli)
Update on the bat and firefly habitat initiative
Progress toward NWF Community Wildlife Habitat Certification
Other matters; Immediate next steps
6. Environmental Commission Site Planning Checklist – Update (Andrew S)
Progress; Immediate next steps; Overall timeline and path toward completion
7. Pennington Arboretum – Update (Monica)
Progress update on plan for the enclosures; Immediate next steps
8. Environmental Commission-Led Ordinance Updates (Kieran)
Review the Borough's request for Environmental Commission input on proposed
lighting and solar ordinance amendments arising from the Master Plan. Discuss the
EC's role, proposed approach, proposed cross commission & stakeholder
coordination, and consider establishing a small EC working group to develop
recommendations for review.
9. NJDEP Resilience Grant – Discussion (Kieran)
Brief overview of a proposed NJ DEP regional resilience planning grant involvi
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Wed Jul 8, 2026
Planning / Zoning Board
Mon Jul 6, 2026
Borough Council
Bonos de $8M para PFAS y $3.5M para líneas de plomo sujetos a votación
El concejo presentará dos ordenanzas de bonos que suman $11.5 millones para mejoras de los servicios públicos de agua y alcantarillado: $8 millones para la remediación de PFAS y $3.5 millones para la sustitución de líneas de servicio de plomo. También están en la agenda una enmienda a la ordenanza de recolección de desechos de jardín, una resolución que autoriza un contrato de manejo de ciervos con Scorpion Outdoors que incluye la caza en propiedades designadas, y una resolución para solicitar una subvención del NJ Department of Transportation para mejoras viales en Green Street y Broemel Place. Otros puntos incluyen una resolución para terminar el servicio de un oficial de policía en periodo de prueba y la renovación de un contrato del plan de asistencia al empleado.
- Presentación de la Ordenanza #2026-24: bono de $8,000,000 para la remediación de PFAS a través del servicio público de agua/alcantarillado
- Presentación de la Ordenanza #2026-25: bono de $3,500,000 para la sustitución de líneas de servicio de plomo
- Resolución 2026-7.1: Autorización del contrato de manejo de ciervos 2026-2027 con Scorpion Outdoors, incluyendo la caza en propiedades designadas
- Resolución 2026-7.8: Autorización de la solicitud de subvención al NJDOT para mejoras viales en Green Street y Broemel Place
- Ordenanza #2026-26: Modificación de los requisitos para la recolección de desechos de jardín
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING - JULY 6, 2026 AGENDA
Monday, July 06, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Davy
ROLL CALL - Borough Clerk - GP Caminiti
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on
the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the
regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has
been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you
state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum
of 2 minutes.
MAYOR'S BUSINESS
CLOSED SESSION
AT, PM, BE IT RESOLVED, that Mayor and Council shall hereby convene in closed session for the
purposes of discussing a subject or subjects permitted to be discussed in closed session by the Open
Public Meetings Act, to wit:
1. -Police Personnel
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
PRESENTATIONS
2. Historic Preservation Commission Annual Report - E. Holtermann
3. Wells Fargo Bank Property Concept Plan - R. Dreher
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. Work Session April 27, 2026 Minutes
5. Regular Council Meeting - May
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Mon Jun 29, 2026
Borough Council
El Concejo considerará un bono de $11M para PFAS y $3.5M para el reemplazo de tuberías de plomo
El Concejo Municipal lleva a cabo una sesión de trabajo, votando sobre la renovación de una licencia de licor y un acuerdo de liquidación, y discutiendo cambios en los residuos de jardín, un acuerdo de manejo de ciervos y una solicitud de propuestas (RFP) para instalaciones policiales. La agenda regular tentativa incluye ordenanzas de bonos por $11M para la remediación de PFAS y $3.5M para el reemplazo de líneas de servicio de plomo a través de la utilidad de agua/alcantarillado.
- Resolución 2026-6.11 renovando la Licencia de Consumo Minorista Plenario #1108-33-001-001 para 2026-2027
- Resolución 2026-6.12 autorizando un acuerdo de liquidación
- Ordenanza #2026-24: bono de $11,000,000 para la remediación de PFAS a través de la Utilidad de Agua/Alcantarillado
- Ordenanza #2026-25: bono de $3,500,000 para el reemplazo de líneas de servicio de plomo
- Discusión sobre el acuerdo de manejo de ciervos y la RFP para instalaciones policiales/municipales
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BOROUGH COUNCIL WORK SESSION - JUNE 29, 2026
AGENDA
Monday, June 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call - Borough Clerk - GP Caminiti
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
III. Open Public Meetings Statement
Notice of this meeting has been posted on the official website of Pennington Borough and was posted on
the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street according to the regulations of the Open
Public Meetings Act.
IV. Open to the Public/ Public Comment
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has
been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you
state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum
of 2 minutes.
V. Closed Session
-Police Personnel
VI. Resolution
1. Resolution (For Memorialization at This Meeting) 2026-6.11 - Resolution Approving
Without Conditions Renewal of Plenary Retail Consumption License #1108-33-001-001 for
2026-2027
2. Resolution (For Memorialization at This Meeting) 2026-6.12 - Resolution Authorizing
Execution of Settlement Agreement and Release
VII. Work Session Discussion Items:
1. Yard Waste and Bulk Waste Program Changes - GP Caminiti
2. New Ordinance - I-Bank
3. RFP - Police Department / Borough F
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
La Comisión discutirá el revestimiento en 236 S. Main St. y la fachada en 12 N. Main St.
La Pennington Historic Preservation Commission se reunirá para discutir dos solicitudes: trabajos de revestimiento en 236 S. Main Street y cambios en la fachada en 12 N. Main Street. Otros asuntos incluyen una iniciativa de señalización, el informe anual, el estado de Certified Local Government, los árboles de la calle y la posible designación de propiedades adicionales. No hay votos formales programados; todos los puntos son solo para discusión.
- Discusión sobre el revestimiento en 236 S. Main Street (Block 703, Lot 24)
- Discusión sobre la fachada en 12 N. Main Street (Block 205, Lot 22)
- Iniciativa de Señalización
- Designación de Propiedades Adicionales
- Enmiendas a la Ordenanza de Uso de Suelo
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been posted on the official website of Pennington Borough and was posted on
the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street according to the regulations of the Open
Public Meetings Act.
ROLL CALL - Holtermann; Chandler; Shivers; Davis; Homel; Coats; Baum; Ford; Wallace; Kassler-
Taub (Council Liaison)
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Meeting open to public for comments.
Please raise your hand and when the secretary acknowledges you state your name and address for
the record. There will be a total of 15 minutes allotted for public comments.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. *May 19, 2026 Minutes
APPLICATIONS
2. For Discussion Only
236 S. Main Street, Block 703, Lot 24 - Siding
3. For Discussion Only:
12 N. Main Street - Block 205, Lot 22 - Frontage
OTHER BUSINESS
4. Signage Initiative
5. Annual Report
6. Certified Local Government Status
7. Street Trees in the Historic District
8. Communication to Property Owners - New Homeowner Letters
9. Hopewell Valley Historical Society History Awards for Historic Preservation
10. Designation of Additional Properties
11. NJ History and Historic Preservation Conference - July 17 & 18, 2026
12. Land Use Ordinance Amendments
ADJOURNMENT
Mon Jun 15, 2026
Environmental Commission
La Comisión Ambiental presenta la revisión anual al Concejo Municipal
La Comisión Ambiental de Pennington se reúne para discutir proyectos en curso y recibir actualizaciones. Los puntos clave incluyen un resumen de la presentación anual al Concejo Municipal, comentarios sobre el programa Community Conversation de mayo y el progreso de la lista de verificación de planificación del sitio. No se esperan decisiones finales ni votaciones sobre políticas; la agenda es principalmente informativa y procedimental.
- Resumen de la presentación del 1 de junio al Concejo Municipal sobre los logros y prioridades de la comisión
- Comentarios y lecciones aprendidas del programa Community Conversation de mayo
- Actualización del estado del borrador de la lista de verificación de planificación del sitio de la Comisión Ambiental
- Próximas jornadas de trabajo voluntario en el Pennington Arboretum en junio
- Actualización de las Emisiones de Gases de Efecto Invernadero Municipales de 2025 y actividades del CEP
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PENNINGTON ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Agenda for Monday, June 15, 2026 – 7:30 PM
Zoom Virtual Meeting (link sent by Borough Hall, and on Boro website)
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes from May 18, 2026
Motion to approve by: _______ Second by: _______
Aye ___ Nay ___ Abstain ___
3. Announcements
- Key upcoming events and updates in June & July
- Other announcements from EC members
4. Public Comment (if any)
ONGOING PROJECTS
5. Environmental Commission Annual Review to Borough Council (Kieran)
- Brief recap of the June 1 Borough Council presentation
- Key accomplishments and priorities discussed
6. May Community Conversation Program – Recap and Feedback (Kieran, Jim,
Nancy, CNWG)
- Brief recap of the program ; Feedback and lessons learned ; Opportunities to better utilize
and distribute recorded content ; F uture Community Conversations
7. Environmental Commission Site Planning Checklist – Update (Andrew Seeder and
subteam )
- Current status update on the draft checklist ; Recent progress and feedback received ;
Next steps for review and refinement
8. Pennington Arboretum – Update (Kieran and Monica)
- Upcoming Arboretum volunteer workdays planned for June ; Community outreach and
volunteer support -
9. Carbon Neutral Working Group Update
- 2025 Municipal Greenhouse Gas Emissions Update (Andy Jackson) ; Overview of
recent CEP activities (Brian)
COMMUNICATIONS
10. Communications and Outreach (Nancy)
Future communications priorities and outreach ideas
STAND
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Wed Jun 10, 2026
Planning / Zoning Board
Reunión de la Junta de Planificación de Pennington del 10 de junio cancelada
La reunión de la Junta de Planificación programada para el miércoles 10 de junio de 2026 ha sido cancelada. No se llevará a cabo ningún asunto en esta sesión.
- Reunión cancelada; no hay puntos del orden del día para informar.
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PLANNING BOARD JUNE 10, 2026 MEETING
CANCELLATION NOTICE
The Planning Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 2026 has been canceled.
Thank you,
Robin Tillou
Land Use Administrator
Mon Jun 1, 2026
Borough Council
El Concejo considerará ajustar las tarifas de alcantarillado
El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre ordenanzas para ajustar las tarifas de servicios, las tarifas de alcantarillado, establecer una oficina de secretario adjunto y enmendar una ordenanza de bonos. Las resoluciones incluyen la autorización de licitaciones para líneas de servicio de plomo, la renovación de licencias de alcohol y la aprobación de un MOU policial con Capital Health Services. Está programada una presentación sobre la agenda 2026 de la Comisión Ambiental.
- Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza 2026-19 que enmienda las tarifas de los servicios municipales
- Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza 2026-20 que ajusta las tarifas de alcantarillado
- Resolución 2026-6.5 que aprueba el acuerdo de servicios profesionales de ingeniería
- Resolución 2026-6.6 que autoriza las licitaciones para el reemplazo de líneas de servicio de plomo
- Resolución 2026-6.8 que aprueba el MOU policial con Capital Health para apoyo de salud mental
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Tue May 26, 2026
Borough Council
El Concejo discutirá planes de redesarrollo para múltiples propiedades, incluyendo el sitio de Wells Fargo
El Concejo Municipal de Pennington llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo para discutir varios temas importantes, incluyendo la planificación del redesarrollo para las propiedades de Wells Fargo, Blackwell, 12 N. Main Street y Landfill. El concejo también revisará enmiendas a la ordenanza de uso de suelo, considerará cambios en las tarifas de los servicios municipales y las tarifas de alcantarillado, y discutirá el rechazo de ofertas para las líneas de servicio de plomo. Se ha programado una sesión cerrada para discutir personal y la posible venta de una licencia de venta de licor al por menor.
- Proceso de planificación de redesarrollo que cubre Wells Fargo, Blackwell, 12 N. Main Street y Landfill
- Ordenanza 2026-19: Enmienda de las tarifas del Capítulo 98 para los Servicios Municipales
- Ordenanza 2026-20: Ajuste de las tarifas de alcantarillado
- Rechazo de ofertas para las líneas de servicio de plomo (Resolución 2026-6.6)
- Sesión cerrada para personal (PD) y posible venta de licencia de venta de licor al por menor
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COUNCIL WORK SESSION - MAY 26, 2026 AGENDA
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call - Borough Clerk - GP Caminiti
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
III. Open Public Meetings Statement
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times, and Trentonian and
was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website
according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
IV. Open to the Public/ Public Comment
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has
been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you
state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum
of 2 minutes.
V. Work Session Discussion Items:
1. Wells Fargo Property: Request for Meeting by Developer
2. Land Use Ordinance Amendments: Review of Upcoming Amendments and Process (Jim
Kyle)
3. Master Plan Implementation Steps - Process (Jim Kyle)
4. Redevelopment Planning Process (Wells Fargo; Blackwell; 12 N. Main Street; Landfill)
5. Zoom Meeting Options to Prevent Meeting Disruptions
6. Rejection of Bids for Lead Service Lines
7. Policy re: Distribution of Governing Body Email Addresses (N. Stern)
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Wed May 20, 2026
Open Space Committee
El Comité de Espacios Abiertos discutirá propiedades en sesión cerrada
El comité aprobará las actas anteriores y escuchará una actualización sobre el Elemento del Plan Maestro de Recreación y Espacios Abiertos. El único punto sustantivo es una sesión cerrada para discutir propiedades de interés; no se enumeran propiedades ni decisiones específicas.
- Aprobación de las actas del 18 de marzo de 2026
- Actualización sobre el Elemento del Plan Maestro de Recreación y Espacios Abiertos
- Sesión cerrada para discutir propiedades de interés (no se proporcionaron detalles)
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Tue May 19, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
La Comisión de Preservación Histórica discutirá 236 S. Main y 12 N. Main
La Comisión de Preservación Histórica de Pennington discutirá dos propiedades: el revestimiento en 236 S. Main Street y la fachada en 12 N. Main Street. Otros asuntos incluyen una iniciativa de señalización, el informe anual, la actualización del plan maestro y la designación de propiedades históricas adicionales. La reunión está abierta a comentarios del público.
- Discusión sobre el revestimiento en 236 S. Main Street, Block 703, Lot 24
- Discusión sobre la fachada en 12 N. Main Street, Block 205, Lot 22
- Iniciativa de señalización en el distrito histórico
- Árboles urbanos en el distrito histórico
- Designación de propiedades adicionales
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✓ Decidido: Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved meeting minutes
The commission voted unanimously to approve the May 21, 2026 minutes. A design committee was formed to streamline the Certificate of Approval process for 12 N. Main Street. The signage subcommittee presented a Phase I direction, but no approval was requested. Chair Holtermann will prepare the annual report for the borough council and will pursue local historic designation for three properties.
- Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Formed design committee for 12 N. Main Street COA process
- Presented signage Phase I direction (no approval requested)
- Chair to prepare and submit annual report to Borough Council
- Chair to follow up with HPO on designation of Toll Gate School, School Administration Building, and Railroad Station
- HPC recommendations incorporated into updated Land Use Plan (adopted by Planning Board)
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HPC - MAY 19, 2026 AGENDA
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on
the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the
regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Meeting open to public for comments.
Please raise your hand and when the secretary acknowledges you state your name and address for
the record. There will be a total of 15 minutes allotted for public comments.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. *April 21, 2026 Minutes
APPLICATIONS
2. For Discussion Only
236 S. Main Street, Block 703, Lot 24 - Siding
3. For Discussion Only:
12 N. Main Street - Block 205, Lot 22 Frontage
OTHER BUSINESS
4. Signage Initiative
5. Annual Report
6. Master Plan Update
7. Certified Local Government
8. Street Trees in the Historic District
9. Newsletter / Communication to Property Owners
10. Hopewell Valley Historical Society History Awards for Historic Preservation
11. Designation of Additional Properties
12. NJ History and Historic Preservation Conference - June 17 & 18, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
Mon May 18, 2026
Environmental Commission
La Comisión Ambiental analiza planes de energía y hábitat de vida silvestre
La comisión revisará una propuesta de restauración del hábitat de vida silvestre para Kunkel Park. Los miembros también analizarán el reciente evento Pennington Day y coordinarán próximas conversaciones comunitarias sobre los planes de energía.
- Propuesta de restauración del hábitat de vida silvestre para Kunkel Park
- Resumen y análisis del Pennington Day 2026
- Coordinación del Plan de Energía Comunitario e Incentivos Energéticos para el Hogar
- Actualización del progreso del Plan de Energía Comunitario
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✓ Decidido: Commission approved April minutes and pledged continued work on Kunkel Park habitat project
The Environmental Commission approved the April 20, 2026 meeting minutes with noted corrections after a motion by Joann Held and second by Nell Haughton. The commission also agreed to continue working with the Parks & Recreation Committee on the proposed wildlife habitat restoration project at Kunkel Park. The next meeting is set for June 15, 2026.
- Approved April 20 minutes with corrections (motion by Joann Held, seconded by Nell Haughton)
- Agreed to continue collaboration on Kunkel Park wildlife habitat restoration project
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PENNINGTON ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Agenda for Monday, May 18, 2026 – 7:30 PM
Zoom Virtual Meeting (link sent by Borough Hall, and on Borough website)
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes from April 20, 2026
Motion to approve by: _______ Second by: _______
Aye ___ Nay ___ Abstain ___
3. Announcements
Key upcoming events and updates in May & June
Other announcements from EC members
4. Public Comment (if any)
CROSS COMMISSION COLLABORATION
5. Parks & Recreation Committee Wildlife Habitat Proposal (James
Ottomanelli)
James Ottomanelli from the Parks & Recreation Committee will join us to present
a proposed wildlife habitat restoration initiative for Kunkel Park focused on bat
habitat and firefly conservation. James would lead this effort in partnership with
the Environmental Commission and is seeking EC feedback and collaboration as
the project develops (see attached pre-read).
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
6. Pennington Day 2026 – Recap and Discussion (All)
Review and discussion of:
Overall engagement and turnout
What worked well
Improvements and ideas for future years
Reflections on booth setup, materials, and activities
Interactive activities and public engagement elements
Other observations and lessons learned
7. Community Conversation – Community Energy Plan & Home Energy
Incentives (May 28) (CNWG, Jim, Nell, Nancy)
Discussion of:
Review of proposed agenda and speakers
Publicity and outreach planning
Logistics and event coordination
Suggestion
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PENNINGTON ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSIONMinutes for Monday, May 18, 2026Zoom Virtual Meeting
Attendees: Joann Held; Andrew Seeder; Andy Jackson; Brian Friedlich; Nancy Fishman; Dan Rubenstein (Council Liaison); Nell Haughton; Jim Fuger; Monica Carlson
Guests: James Ottomanelli (Parks & Recreation Committee)
Call to Order / Roll Call
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM. A quorum was present.
Approval of Minutes from April 20, 2026
The Commission reviewed the April 20, 2026 meeting minutes. Several corrections were noted, including changing “community aggregation” to “community energy aggregation,” separating EC members from guests in the attendee list, correcting the meeting start time to 7:30 PM, and correcting the spelling of Monica Carlson’s name.
A motion was made by Joann Held to approve the minutes with the noted corrections. The motion was seconded by Nell Haughton. The minutes were approved with corrections.
Announcements
Kieran noted that he had been asked to provide an Environmental Commission update at the June 1 Borough Council meeting. Rather than giving a detailed Community Energy Plan presentation at this stage, he will provide a broader overview of the Commission’s 2026 workstreams, with a fuller CEP update to come later.
Monica shared that the Commission was awarded an ANJEC grant for the Arboretum. The grant will support native plantings in the deer exclosures, research supplies for student projects, and educational programming related to deer overbrowsing
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Wed May 13, 2026
Planning / Zoning Board
Audiencia pública sobre la adopción del Plan Maestro y nombramiento de ingeniero
La Junta de Planificación de Pennington llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre la adopción del Plan Maestro y considerará una resolución para nombrar un Ingeniero de la Junta de Planificación. La junta también revisará las actas del 8 de abril de 2026 y discutirá asuntos pendientes.
- Audiencia pública sobre la adopción del Plan Maestro
- Resolución para nombrar un Ingeniero de la Junta de Planificación
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 8 de abril de 2026
- Discusión de asuntos pendientes
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PLANNING BOARD MEETING - MAY 13, 2026 AGENDA
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Online via Zoom
Members of the public who wish to review hard copies of any documents which are available for online
inspection in the packet, should contact the Land Use Administrator, Robin Tillou via e-mail at
[email protected] or telephone at (609) 737-0276 x3.
OPENING STATEMENT: Adequate Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley
News and Trenton Times and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street
and on the Borough website according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
ROLL CALL: Blackwell; Caminiti; Davy; Jackson; Kassler-Taub; O'Neill; Reilly; Tracy; Rex; Calabi;
Jacobs
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
RESOLUTIONS OF MEMORIALIZATION
*Resolution - Appointment of Planning Board Engineer
MASTER PLAN PUBLIC HEARING
*Master Plan Adoption
OLD BUSINESS
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
*April 8, 2026 Minutes
Adjournment________________
*Indicates Action May Be Taken
Mon May 4, 2026
Borough Council
El Concejo introducirá ordenanzas de tarifas y cargos de alcantarillado, y nombrará funcionarios
El Concejo Municipal considerará la introducción de tres ordenanzas: una que modifica el Capítulo 98 de Tarifas Municipales, una que autoriza el ajuste de los cargos de alcantarillado por fugas de agua no intencionadas y verificadas, y una que establece el cargo de Subsecretario. También están en la agenda una enmienda a una ordenanza de bonos y varias resoluciones, incluyendo los nombramientos de Director Financiero, Subsecretario y Subregistrador. Se han programado periodos de comentarios públicos al inicio y al final de la reunión.
- Ordenanza 2026-19 que modifica el Capítulo 98 de Tarifas Municipales
- Ordenanza 2026-20 que autoriza ajustes en los cargos de alcantarillado por fugas de agua no intencionadas y verificadas
- Ordenanza 2026-21 que establece el cargo de Subsecretario
- Ordenanza 2026-22 que modifica la Ordenanza de Bonos 2020-9
- Resolución 2026-5.3 nombrando a Lubna Muneer como Director Financiero
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✓ Decidido: Borough Council introduces ordinance to increase various municipal fees
The Council introduced Ordinance 2026-19 to increase fees for administrative services, zoning permits, dog and cat licensing, and trash pickup. Other actions included appointing a member to the Parks and Recreation board and waiving a message board fee for a local auxiliary.
- Introduced Ordinance 2026-19 to increase various Borough fees
- Approved fee waiver for Pennington Fire Company Women's Auxiliary message board (5-0)
- Appointed Emily Nally to Parks and Recreation (5-0)
- Tabled Environmental Commission 2026 Agenda presentation
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING - MAY 4, 2026 AGENDA
Monday, May 04, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Davy
ROLL CALL - Borough Clerk - GP Caminiti
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on
the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the
regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has
been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you
state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum
of 2 minutes.
MAYOR'S BUSINESS
1. Proclamation - Older Americans Month
2. Message Board Fee Waiver Request - Pennington Fire Company Women's Auxiliary
PRESENTATIONS
3. Kieran John - Environmental Commission 2026 Agenda
MAYOR'S APPOINTMENTS
4. Parks and Recreation - Emily Nally
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
5. ORDINANCE 2026-19 - ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 98 BOROUGH FEES
6. ORDINANCE 2026-20 - AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING ADJUSTMENT OF SEWER
CHARGES RELATED TO VERIFIED UNINTENDED WATER LEAKS FOR WHICH THE
CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE
7. ORDINANCE
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Regular Meeting – May 4 , 2026
M ayor Davy called the Regular Meeting of the Borough Council to order at 7: 0 0 pm . The meeting was held via Zoom.
Borough Clerk GP Caminiti call e d the roll .
COUNCIL MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE
Council Members Angarone, Kassler-Taub, Rubenstein , Stern , Valenza and Mayor Davy
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
Council Member Chandler
Also present w ere Borough Clerk / Administrator GP Caminiti , Borough Attorney Walter Bliss , Public Works
Superintendent Rick Smith and Lieutenant Daryl Burroughs .
M ayor Davy announced that notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times,
Trentonian and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall and on the Borough web-site according to the
regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
Open to the Public
Mayor Davy read the following statement .
The meeting is now open to the public for comments. In an effort to provide everyone interested an opportunity to
address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has been instituted for each speaker.
Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you state your name and address for the
record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum of 2 minutes.
There were no comments from the public.
MAYOR ’S BUSINESS
Proclamation – Older Americans Month
A Proclamation Proclaiming May 2026
as Older Americans Month
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Mon Apr 27, 2026
Borough Council
La sesión de trabajo del Concejo considerará cambios en las tarifas, nuevas ordenanzas y nombramientos clave
El Concejo Municipal de Pennington discutirá varias enmiendas a las ordenanzas, incluyendo cambios en las tarifas de los servicios municipales y regulaciones sobre fugas de agua y registros de alquileres. El concejo también considerará nombramientos para el cargo de director financiero, secretario adjunto y otras posiciones de personal. Además, se revisará para su aprobación una propuesta de Suplee, Clooney para servicios de contabilidad.
- Enmienda a la Ordenanza – Tarifas para Servicios Municipales
- Nueva Ordenanza – Fugas/Derrames de Agua
- Nueva Ordenanza – Registros de Alquileres
- Nombramiento de Lubna Muneer como Director Financiero
- Aprobación de la propuesta de Suplee, Clooney para Servicios de Contabilidad
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✓ Decidido: Pennington Borough Council holds work session to review ordinances and appointments
The Council discussed proposed ordinances regarding borough service fees, water leakage, and rental registrations. The session included reviews of personnel appointments and administrative resolutions for a future regular agenda. No final votes on ordinances or resolutions were recorded during this work session.
- Tabled resolution for MOU Arrive
- Scheduled water leakage ordinance for introduction at the next meeting
- Scheduled rental registration ordinance for further discussion at the next work session
- Moved to convene in closed session for personnel and litigation matters
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COUNCIL WORK SESSION - APRIL 27, 2026 AGENDA
Monday, April 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call - Borough Clerk - Betty Sterling
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
III. Open Public Meetings Statement
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times, and Trentonian and
was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website
according to the regulat ions of the Open Public Meetings Act.
IV. Open to the Public/ Public Comment
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public commen t time limit has
been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you
state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum
of 2 minutes.
V. Work Session Discuss ion Items:
1. Ordinance Amendment - Fees for Borough Services
2. New Ordinance - Water Leakage/Spillage
3. New Ordinance - Rental Registrations
4. Ordinance Amendment - Borough Hall Improvements (Police Study)
5. Appointment of Lubna Muneer - Chief Finance Officer
6. New Ordinance - Establishing Position of Deputy Clerk
7. Appointment of Interim Payroll/HR Administrator - Jackie Nagin
8. Appointment of Communications Intern - Zoe Storck
9. Approval of Proposal from Suplee, Clooney fo
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Work Session Meeting – April 27 , 202 6
M ayor Davy called the Regular Meeting of the Borough Council to order at 7: 0 4 pm . The meeting was held
via Zoom.
Borough Clerk Betty Sterling call e d the roll with Council Members Angarone, Chandler, Stern, Valenza and
Mayor Davy in attendance . Absent: Council Member Kassler-Taub and Rubenstein
Also present w ere Borough Clerk Betty Sterling, Borough Attorney Walter Bliss , Borough Administrator GP
Caminiti , Chief Financial Officer Sandra Webb , and Lieutenant Daryl Burroughs .
M ayor Davy announced that notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton
Times, Trentonian and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall and on the Borough web-site
according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
Mayor Davy announced additional items to the meeting include: resolution for changing the signatories,
resolution for compliance with the processing of purchase orders, repair fence at Kunkel Park
Open to the Public
Mayor Davy read the following statement .
The meeting is now open to the public for comments. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has been
instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you state your
name and address for the record. Please limit comments to
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Reunión de la Comisión de Preservación Histórica el 21 de abril de 2026
La comisión revisará varias propiedades y puntos de discusión. La agenda incluye discusiones específicas de propiedades relacionadas con el revestimiento, la remoción de una chimenea y los muros o expansiones de cementerios.
- 236 S. Main Street: Discusión sobre el revestimiento
- 120 S. Main Street: Cartas sobre la remoción no autorizada de una chimenea
- 13 S. Main Street: Muro frente al cementerio
- 32 E. Delaware Avenue: Expansión del cementerio
- Actualización del Plan Maestro - Elemento del Plan de Uso de Suelo
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HPC - APRIL 21, 2026 AGENDA
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on
the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the
regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
ROLL CALL - Holtermann; Baum; Chandler; Coats; Davis; Homel; Shivers; Ford; Wallace
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Meeting open to public for comments.
Please raise your hand and when the secretary acknowledges you state your name and address for
the record. There will be a total of 15 minutes allotted for public comments.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. *March 17, 2026 Minutes
APPLICATIONS
2. For Discussion Only:
236 S. Main Street, Block 703, Lot 24 - Siding
3. 120 S. Main Street Letters - Unauthorized Removal of Chimney
4. 13 S. Main Street - Block 601, Lot 20 - Wall in Front of Cemetery
5. 32 E. Delaware Avenue, Block 601, Lot 29 - Expansion of Cemetery
OTHER BUSINESS
6. Annual Report
7. Master Plan Update - Land Use Plan Element
8. Certified Local Government
9. Street Trees in the Historic District
10. Newsletter / Communication to Property Owners
11. Hopewell Valley Historical Society History Awards for Historic Preservation
ADJOURNMENT
Mon Apr 20, 2026
Environmental Commission
Pennington Arboretum busca subvención ANJEC 2026 y planea nuevas plantaciones
La Comisión Ambiental aprobará las actas de la reunión del 16 de marzo de 2026, escuchará una descripción general de la Comisión de Preservación Histórica y recibirá actualizaciones sobre el Pennington Arboretum, incluyendo la presentación de una solicitud de subvención ANJEC 2026 y nuevas plantaciones con Bountiful Gardens. La comisión también recibirá un informe de progreso sobre el Plan de Energía Comunitaria y discutirá la logística para una conversación comunitaria en mayo y el Pennington Day 2026. Los elementos adicionales son actualizaciones generales de las agencias del municipio.
- Aprobar las actas de la reunión del 16 de marzo de 2026
- Descripción general y discusión de la Comisión de Preservación Histórica
- Actualización del Pennington Arboretum: presentación de la subvención ANJEC 2026 y nuevas plantaciones con Bountiful Gardens
- Actualización y próximos pasos del Plan de Energía Comunitaria
- Planificación del Pennington Day 2026: logística de puestos, mapa del arboreto y demostración interactiva de energía
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PENNINGTON ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Agenda for Monday, April 20, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Zoom Virtual Meeting (link sent by Borough Hall, and on Borough website)
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes from March 16, 2026
Motion to approve by: _______ Second by: _______
Aye ___ Nay ___ Abstain ___
3. Announcements
Key upcoming events and updates in April & May
Other announcements from EC members
4. Public Comment (if any)
COLLABORATIVE LEARNING
5. Historic Preservation Commission – Overview and Discussion (Eric
Holtermann)
Eric Holtermann, Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission, will join us and
share a brief overview of the Commission’s role, priorities, and current activities. .
I recently met with Eric and we discussed a number of potential areas of
alignment. This will serve as an opportunity for our EC to better understand their
work and begin identifying potential areas of alignment and future collaboration
opportunities.
STRATEGIC PROJECTS
6. Pennington Arboretum (Monica)
Brief update on recent and ongoing Arboretum activities:
NEW 2026 ANJEC grant submission: project concept & key elements
New plantings in coordination with Bountiful Gardens in April 2026
Exclosure planning, including use of a new large tarp (April 2026)
7. Community Energy Plan (CEP) – Update (Brian and CNWG)
Overview of key components within the CEP
Latest progress being made
Next steps
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
6. May Community Conversation: Com
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Wed Apr 8, 2026
Planning / Zoning Board
La Junta de Planificación considerará la adopción condicional de elementos del Plan Maestro
La Junta de Planificación de Pennington llevará a cabo una reunión pública el 8 de abril de 2026, a través de Zoom. La junta tiene programado considerar la adopción condicional del Elemento del Plan de Uso de Suelo y el Plan de Encuadre, así como actualizaciones de cinco elementos del Plan Maestro. Otros puntos incluyen una resolución para una extensión de tiempo para una subdivisión menor en 12 N. Main Street y la discusión de la Orden de Consentimiento del Plan de Participación Equitativa de la Cuarta Ronda.
- Resolución para la extensión de tiempo para perfeccionar la aprobación de la subdivisión menor en 12 N. Main Street (Block 205, Lot 22)
- Adopción condicional del Elemento del Plan de Uso de Suelo y el Plan de Encuadre
- Readopción condicional de cinco elementos del Plan Maestro: Movilidad, Espacio Abierto y Recreación, Servicios Públicos, Instalaciones y Servicios Comunitarios, y GBESE
- Discusión de la Orden de Consentimiento del Plan de Participación Equitativa de la Cuarta Ronda
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 11 de febrero de 2026
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✓ Decidido: Planning board conditionally adopts updated Land Use Plan
The Pennington Borough Planning Board conditionally adopted the Land Use Plan, Framing Plan, and re-adopted five other Master Plan elements (Mobility, Open Space & Recreation, Utility Services, Community Facilities, GBES). The board also approved a 120-day extension for a minor subdivision application at 12 N. Main Street and learned the court accepted the Fourth Round Fair Share Plan. Public comments raised concerns about zoning of Pennington School land and historic areas.
- Approved 120-day extension for minor subdivision at 12 N. Main Street (8-0)
- Conditionally adopted Land Use Plan (9-0)
- Conditionally adopted Framing Plan (9-0)
- Conditionally re-adopted Mobility, Open Space & Recreation, Utility Services, Community Facilities & Services, and GBES Plans (9-0)
- Conditionally adopted Open Space and Recreation Plan (9-0)
- Approved minutes from February 11, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
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PLANNING BOARD MEETING - APRIL 8, 2026 AGENDA
Wednesday, April 08, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Online via Zoom
Members of the public who wish to review hard copies of any documents which are available for online
inspection in the packet, should contact the Land Use Administrator, Robin Tillou via e-mail at
[email protected] or telephone at (609) 737-0276 x3.
OPENING STATEMENT: Adequate Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley
News and Trenton Times and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street
and on the Borough website according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
ROLL CALL: Blackwell; Caminiti; Davy; Jackson; Kassler-Taub; O'Neill; Tracy; Rex; Jacobs; Calabi;
Reilly
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
RESOLUTION OF MEMORIALIZATION
*#25-001 - 12 N. Main Street - Block 205, Lot 22 - Extension of Time to Perfect Minor
Subdivision Approval
MASTER PLAN COMMITTEE UPDATE
*Land Use Plan Element for Conditional Adoption
*Framing Plan for Conditional Adoption
*Updates to and Conditional Readoption of Five Master Plan Elements: Mobility, Open Space
and Recreation, Utility Services, Community Facilities and Services, and GBESE
OLD BUSINESS
Fourth Round Fair Share Plan Consent Order
Borough Engineer
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
*February 11, 2026 Minutes
Adjournment________________
*Indicates Action May Be Taken
Mon Apr 6, 2026
Borough Council
Council to consider ordinance to exceed budget limits and create a cap bank
The Pennington Borough Council will hold a public hearing on the 2026 budget and consider two ordinances, including one to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank. The meeting also includes approvals of prior minutes, presentations of the 2025 audit, and a series of resolutions covering appointments, grant applications, and service contracts. Several resolutions address infrastructure projects, park equipment, and temporary outdoor dining permits.
- Ordinance 2026-17 – Exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank per N.J.S.A. 40A:4‑45:14
- Ordinance 2026-18 – Set compensation rates for borough officers and employees for 2026
- Resolution 2026-4.16 – Reject all bids for Abey Drive, Mallard Place and Queens Lane Reconstruction Project (NJDOT‑FY2024 Municipal Aid Program) and direct re‑advertising
- Resolution 2026-4.10 – Purchase two trash‑cart enclosures for Kunkel Park using Open Space Funds
- Resolution 2026-4.11 – Conditional authorization for Vito's Pizza to maintain a temporary outdoor dining area in the public right‑of‑way in 2026
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✓ Decidido: Council appoints James Ottomanelli to Parks & Recreation board
The Borough Council appointed Nancy Rubenstein to the Senior Advisory committee and James Ottomanelli to the Parks & Recreation board, each for unexpired terms. The council also approved several meeting minutes and a resolution confirming review of the 2025 audit. All votes were unanimous except one closed‑session approval that had one abstention.
- Appointed Nancy Rubenstein to Senior Advisory (term ends 12/31/2028) – vote 5‑0
- Appointed James Ottomanelli to Parks & Recreation (term ends 12/31/2027) – vote 5‑0
- Approved February 23, 2026 Work Session minutes – vote 6‑0
- Approved March 2, 2026 regular meeting minutes – vote 6‑0
- Approved March 9, 2026 special meeting minutes – vote 6‑0
- Approved January 26, 2026 closed‑session minutes – vote 5‑0, 1 abstain
- Approved Resolution 2026‑4.21 certifying review of 2025 audit – vote 6‑0
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING - APRIL 6, 2026 AGENDA
Monday, April 06, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Davy
ROLL CALL - Borough Clerk - Betty Sterling
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on
the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the
regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has
been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you
state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum
of 2 minutes.
MAYOR'S BUSINESS
1. Proclamation - Arbor Day
2. Proclamation - Chief Financial Officer - Sandy Webb
3. Proclamation - Borough Clerk/Assistant CFO - Betty Sterling
APPOINTMENTS (WITH COUNCIL APPROVAL)
4. Nancy Rubenstein - Senior Advisory - Unexpired Term ending 12/31/2028
5. James Ottomanelli - Parks & Recreation - Unexpired Term ending 12/31/2027
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6. Work Session Meeting - February 23, 2026
7. Regular Council Meeting - March 2, 2026
8. Special Meeting - March 9, 2026
APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES (FOR CONTENT BUT NO
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Regular Meeting – April 6, 2026
Mayor Davy called the Regular Meeting of the Borough Council to order at 7:02 pm. The meeting was held via Zoom. Borough Clerk Betty Sterling called the roll.
Council Members Angarone, Chandler, Kassler-Taub, Rubenstein, Stern and Valenza in attendance.
Also present were Borough Clerk Betty Sterling, Borough Attorney Walter Bliss, Borough Administrator GP Caminiti, CFO/Tax Collector Sandra Webb, Public Works Superintendent Rick Smith and Lieutenant Daryl Burroughs.
Mayor Davy announced that notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times, Trentonian and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall and on the Borough web-site according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
Open to the Public
Mayor Davy read the following statement.
The meeting is now open to the public for comments. In an effort to provide everyone interested an opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum of 2 minutes.
There were no comments from the public.
MAYOR’S BUSINESS
Proclamation - Arbor Day
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, in 1872, J. Sterling Morton proposed to the Nebraska Board of Agriculture that a special day be set aside for the p
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Mon Mar 30, 2026
Borough Council
Council to consider ordinance to exceed budget limits and create a cap bank
The Pennington Borough Council will hold a work session and a regular session where they will discuss several items, including Pennington Day 2026 and a lead service line replacement program. The council will hold public hearings and vote on Ordinance 2026-17, which would allow the municipality to exceed its budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank, and Ordinance 2026-18, which sets compensation rates for officers and employees for 2026. Additional resolutions include a supplemental HDSRF application for the landfill, a computer contract with RND, and the purchase of a trash‑cart enclosure for Kunkel Park.
- Ordinance 2026-17 – exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank (public hearing and adoption)
- Ordinance 2026-18 – set compensation rates for officers and employees for 2026 (public hearing and adoption)
- Resolution – supplemental HDSRF application for landfill
- Resolution – approve computer contract with RND
- Resolution – purchase trash‑cart enclosure for Kunkel Park using Open Space Funds
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✓ Decidido: Council votes to reject bids for Abey Drive, Mallard Place, Queens Lane
The council approved a resolution to reject the existing bids for the Abey Drive, Mallard Place, and Queens Lane projects and will solicit new bids for Abey Drive by July 2026. It also approved an additional $24,734.08 supplemental hazardous discharge site remediation fund request for the landfill. Appointments were made for Nancy Rubenstein as Senior Advisory and James Ottomanelli to Parks & Recreation. Several contracts and permits, including a computer contract with RND and an outdoor dining permit for Vito's Pizza, were approved.
- Approved resolution to reject bids for Abey Drive, Mallard Place, and Queens Lane and to solicit new bids for Abey Drive by July 2026
- Approved supplemental hazardous discharge site remediation fund request for $24,734.08
- Appointed Nancy Rubenstein as Senior Advisory
- Appointed James Ottomanelli to Parks & Recreation
- Approved computer contract with RND with a cost cap
- Approved purchase of trash cart enclosure for Kunkel Park using Open Space Funds
- Approved outdoor dining permit for Vito's Pizza
- Approved resolution for Pennington Day beer garden
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COUNCIL WORK SESSION - MARCH 30, 2026 AGENDA
Monday, March 30, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call - Borough Clerk - Betty Sterling
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
III. Open Public Meetings Statement
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times, and Trentonian and
was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website
according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
IV. Open to the Public/ Public Comment
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has
been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you
state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum
of 2 minutes.
V. Work Session Discussion Items:
1. Pennington Day 2026
2. Supplemental HDRSF Funding - Landfill - Ron Harwood
3. Rejection of Bids - Abey Drive, Queens Lane, Mallard Place - Paul Christopher (Pennoni)
4. Lead Service Line Replacement Program - Paul Christopher (Pennoni)
VI. Review of Tentative Council Regular Agenda
1. Proclamation - Arbor Day
2. Appointment - Nancy Rubenstein - Senior Advisory
3. Appointment - James Ottomanelli - Parks & Recreation
4. Presentation of 2025 Audit
5. Approval of Minutes
6. Or
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Work Session Meeting – March 30, 2026
Mayor Davy called the Regular Meeting of the Borough Council to order at 7:00 pm. The meeting was held via Zoom.
Borough Clerk Betty Sterling called the roll with Council Members Angarone, Chandler, Kassler-Taub, Rubenstein, and Stern in attendance. Absent: Council Member Valenza
Also present were Borough Clerk Betty Sterling, Borough Attorney Walter Bliss, Borough Administrator GP Caminiti, Chief Financial Officer Sandra Webb, and Lieutenant Daryl Burroughs.
Mayor Davy announced that notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times, Trentonian and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall and on the Borough web-site according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
Open to the Public
Mayor Davy read the following statement.
The meeting is now open to the public for comments. In an effort to provide everyone interested an opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum of 2 minutes.
Dan Pace, Pennington Resident, asked if Pennington Borough submitted the legal notices with the State.
Work Session Discussion Items
Pennington Day – Mr. Caminiti - the PD and DPW are on track for Pennington Day. Mr. Rube
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Wed Mar 18, 2026
Open Space Committee
Committee will discuss potential open‑space properties in closed session
The Open Space Committee will first approve the minutes from its January 21, 2026 meeting and consider a borough request for material for the spring newsletter. In a closed session, members will discuss properties of interest for open‑space purposes.
- Approve minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting
- Consider borough request for spring newsletter material
- Closed‑session discussion of properties of interest
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✓ Decidido: Committee unanimously adopted prior meeting minutes
The Open Space Committee approved the January 21, 2026 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. Later, the committee unanimously voted to enter a closed session to discuss specific property matters. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.
- Adopted Jan 21 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Entered closed session to discuss specific properties (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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Pennington Borough
OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE
March 18, 2026
7:30 p.m.
In-Person at Pennington Borough Hall
Agenda
Open Session
1. Approval of minutes from January 21, 2026.
2. Borough request for committee material for spring newsletter
Closed Session: Discussion of properties of interest.
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“MINUTES OF THE PENNINGTON OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE MEETING
PENNINGTON BOROUGH HALL.
7:30PM; MARCH 18, 2026
This open meeting was adequately noticed on the Borough website and inthe local newspaper.
{mn attendance: Voting and Altemate Members: .
‘Alan Hershey (Chairman), Present Mark Blackall: Present
Jason Meyer, Present Kit Chandler: Boro Council Liaison, Absent
Dan Pace (Secretary), Present Nancy Fishman, Excused
‘Anthur Firestone (Alternate 1), Present Mark Neary (Atemate 2), Present
John Jackson, Viee-Chairman, Present
Guests: None
‘Chairman Hershey called the mesting to order at 7:34 PM.
Agenda Item:
“Meeting Minutes of January 21,2026 Adoption: Mark N. moved that the Open and Closed session
meeting minutes be adopted as presented, Art seconded. Members currently present and in attendance at
the January mecting unanimously approved the minutes.
Pennington Spring Newsletter OS. Article: Dan placed the newsletter on the sereen for members to read.
‘Alan discussed what he wrote and explained that we have done this before. Members liked the article but
suggested that a sentence be added that described how Pennington partners with the State, County and other
‘entities to share in preservation costs.
Other Business: None
‘Closed Session: At 7:44pm on a motion by Jason and seconded by An, the Commitice unanimously
‘agreed 1 enter into Closed Session to discuss matters conceming specific properties of interes
The Committee adjourned the Closed and Open Public Mesting at 9:0
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Tue Mar 17, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Commission will consider chimney removal application at 120 S. Main St.
The Historic Preservation Commission will review application #26-001 for chimney removal at 120 S. Main Street. The body will also discuss its annual report, certified local government status, street trees in the historic district, and communication to property owners. Additional items include a letter of support from the County and Hopewell Valley Historic Society and a history awards program.
- Review application #26-001 for chimney removal at 120 S. Main Street, Block 505, Lot 15
- Discuss street trees in the historic district
- Consider newsletter/communication to property owners
- Consider Hopewell Valley Historical Society History Awards for Historic Preservation
- Review Certified Local Government status
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✓ Decidido: Commission approved February minutes and adjourned unanimously
The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the February 17, 2026 minutes with amendments. It took no formal action on the chimney removal at 120 N. Main Street but agreed to send a letter to the contractor. The commission approved and sent letters of support to the New Jersey Historic Trust for both the County historic preservation grant and the Hopewell Valley Historic Society’s site‑management application. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Decided to issue a letter to the contractor about the unauthorized chimney removal (no vote recorded)
- Approved and sent letter of support for County historic preservation grant to NJ Historic Trust (no vote recorded)
- Approved and sent letter of support for Hopewell Valley Historic Society site‑management application to NJ Historic Trust (no vote recorded)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on
the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the
regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
OATH OF O FFICES
Jack Davis, Craig Wallace
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Meeting open to public for comments.
Please raise your hand and when the secretary acknowledges you state your name and address for
the record. There will be a total of 15 minutes allotted for public comments.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. *February 17, 2026 Minutes
APPLICATIONS
2. *#26-001 - 120 S . Main Street, Block 505, Lot 15 - Chimney Removal
OTHER BUSINESS
3. Annual Report
4. Certified Local Government
5. County and Hopewell Valley Historic Society's Letter of Support
6. Street Trees in the Historic District
7. Newsletter / Communication to Property Owners
8. Hopewell Valley Historical Society History Awards for Historic Preservation
ADJOURNMENT
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PENNINGTON BOROUGH
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES
MARCH 17, 2026
The meeting of the Pennington Borough Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) was held on
March 17, 2026 at 7:30 pm via Zoom.
ROLL CALL:
Members Present: Eric Holtermann, Chair; Robert Chandler, Vice-Chair; Mary Baum; David
Coats; Jack Davis; Katrina Homel ; Natalie Shivers; George Ford , Alt I ;
Craig Wallace, Alt II
Staff Present: Amy Kassler-Taub, Council Liaison, Robin Tillou, HPC Secretary
OATH OF OFFICE
Mr. Davis and Mr. Wallace, Alt II was reappointed to the member and alternate II position by
Mayor with the advice and consent of the Borough Council at the February 2, 2026 Council
Meeting.
Chair Holtermann administered the Oath of Office to Jack Davis and Craig Wallace.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Chair Holtermann announced the statement of adequate notice as such: Notice of this meeting
has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on the bulletin
board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the
regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Chair Holtermann opened the meeting to the public. With no public comment Chair Holtermann
closed the public forum.
MINUTES
February 17, 2026
Upon a motion from Mr. Coats and Ms. Baum offering a second, the minutes were unanimously
approved with amendments by those eligible to vote.
APPLICATIONS
#26-001 – 120 S. Main Street, Block 5
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Mon Mar 16, 2026
Environmental Commission
Environmental Commission to review 2026 plans and community energy survey
The Pennington Environmental Commission will review minutes, strategic projects, and upcoming community programs. The group will discuss the Community Energy Plan, select a survey winner, and plan for Pennington Day 2026.
- Approval of February 23, 2026 minutes
- Review of Community Energy Plan survey results
- Selection of $10 Terra Momo gift card winner
- Planning for Pennington Day 2026 booth
- Update on Pennington Arboretum 2026 focus areas
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PENNINGTON ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Agenda for Monday, March 16, 2026 – 7:30 PM
(Zoom Virtual Meeting link sent by Betty Sterling, and on Boro website)
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes from February 23, 2026
Motion to approve by: _______ Second by: _______
Aye ___ Nay ___ Abstain ___
3. Announcements
• Feedback from Q1 Commission and Committee Chair Meeting
• Key upcoming events and updates in March & April
• Other announcements from EC members
4. Public Comment (if any)
STRATEGIC PROJECTS
5. Community Conversation (February Program) – Recap and Feedback (Jim, Nell,
Nancy)
• Brief recap of the program; Participation metrics and engagement
• Feedback and lessons learned
• Suggestions for improving future Community Conversations
6. Environmental Commission Site Planning Checklist – Update (Andrew Seeder
and sub-team)
• Status update on the draft checklist; Recent progress and feedback received
• Next steps for review and refinement
7. Pennington Arboretum – Areas of Focus for 2026 (Kieran and Monica)
• High-level update on 2026 planning
8. Community Energy Plan (CEP) – Update (Brian and CNWG)
• Brief recap of CEP community survey results
• Selection of winner of the $10 Terra Momo gift card from survey respondents
• Overview of recent work and next steps in development of the CEP
UPCOMING COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
9. Pennington Day 2026 Planning
• What should be our areas of focus for the EC booth (2–3 themes)
• Resources and mat
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Wed Mar 11, 2026
Planning / Zoning Board
Pennington Planning Board meeting canceled for March 11, 2026
The Planning Board meeting scheduled for March 11, 2026, has been canceled. This notice was issued by Land Use Administrator Robin Tillou.
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PLANNING BOARD MARCH 11, 2026 MEETING
CANCELLATION NOTICE
The Planning Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 11, 2026 has been canceled.
Thank you,
Robin Tillou
Land Use Administrator
Tue Mar 10, 2026
Board of Health
Officer elections for the Pennington Board of Health
The Pennington Board of Health will consider old business items, including officer elections and the 2026 meeting schedule. It will review standing items such as Broemel Place railroad safety, lead‑paint testing product, AED locations, traffic safety plan, landfill redevelopment plan, environmental commission survey, and a Lewis Creek group presentation. The board will also discuss new business items, including website updates, a newsletter item, the mission statement, and a GMPHP update.
- Officer elections
- 2026 meeting schedule
- Broemel Place railroad safety
- Lead paint testing product
- AED locations
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TOWNSHIP of H OPEWELL
M E R C E R C O U N T Y
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Also Serving Hopewell Borough & Pennington Borough
201 Washington Crossing Pennington Road
Titusville, New Jersey 08560-1410
Phone: (609) 737-0120 / Fax: (609) 737-6836
PENNINGTON BOROUGH BOARD O F H EALTH
TENTATIVE AGENDA TO THE EXTENT KNOWN
TUESDAY , March 1 0 , 202 6 – 6 :15 p.m.
I. Call Meeting to Order / Statement of Proper Notice
Chair Read : “ Adequate notice of this meeting as required by sections 3(d) and 4(a) of the Open Public
Meetings Act has been provided to the public and filed with the Borough Clerk. ”
II. Secretary : Roll Call
Marjorie Kaplan , Chair ( ) Mariya Brown , Secretary ( ) Katherine Fellman ( ) Gail Cooksey ( )
Ronald Suzuki ( ) Dan Rubenstein , Borough Council Liaison ( ) Gary Dorsi, Health Officer ( )
III. Pledge of Allegiance and Salute to the Flag
IV. Minutes Submitted for Approval – January 13 , 202 6
V. Health Department Updates
a. Monthly Activity Report
VI. Old Business
a. Officer elections
b. 2026 meeting schedule
VII. Standing Items / Council Liaison Updates
a. Broemel Place railroad safety
b. Lead paint testing product
c. AED locations
d. Traffic safety plan
e. Landfill Redevelopment Plan
f. Environmental Commission Survey
g. Lewis Creek group presentation
VIII. New Business
a. Board of Health website updates
b. Borough Council Chairs meeting
i. Newsletter item
c. Board of Health Mission Statement
d. GMPHP update
IX. Public Section
X. Adjournment
Mon Mar 9, 2026
Borough Council
Pennington Borough Council to introduce 2026 municipal budget
The Borough Council will meet to introduce the 2026 municipal budget and related appropriation limits. The body will also consider ordinances regarding officer and employee compensation for 2026 and several personnel appointments.
- Resolution 2026-3.18: Introduction of the Municipal Budget for 2026
- Ordinance 2026-17: Exceeding municipal budget appropriation limits and establishing a cap bank
- Ordinance 2026-18: Rate of compensation for officers and employees for 2026
- Resolution 2026-3.15: Appointment of Tammie Tisdale as part-time Tax and Utility Collector
- Resolution 2026-3.17: Approval of litigation settlement
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✓ Decidido: Council approves 2026 budget and appoints new Tax & Utility Collector
The council amended the agenda to add Resolution 2026‑3.14 supporting the Lawrence Hopewell Trail funding request. Ordinances 2026‑17 (budget cap increase) and 2026‑18 (employee compensation rates) were introduced. Resolution 2026‑3.18 authorizing the 2026 municipal budget was approved (vote: Angarone X, Rubenstein S, Chandler M, Stern X, Kassler‑Taub X, Valenza X). Resolution 2026‑3.15 appointing Tammie Tisdale as Tax and Utility Collector was approved (vote: Angarone S, Rubenstein X, Chandler M, Stern X, Kassler‑Taub X, Valenza X).
- Amended agenda to include Resolution 2026‑3.14 (all members in favor)
- Introduced Ordinance 2026‑17 to exceed budget cap limits (all members in favor)
- Introduced Ordinance 2026‑18 to set employee compensation rates (all members in favor)
- Approved Resolution 2026‑3.18 authorizing the 2026 municipal budget (Angarone X, Rubenstein S, Chandler M, Stern X, Kassler‑Taub X, Valenza X)
- Approved Resolution 2026‑3.15 appointing Tammie Tisdale as Tax & Utility Collector (Angarone S, Rubenstein X, Chandler M, Stern X, Kassler‑Taub X, Valenza X)
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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING - MARCH 9, 2026 AGENDA
Monday, March 09, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Davy
ROLL CALL - Borough Clerk - Betty Sterling
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on
the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the
regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has
been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you
state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum
of 2 minutes.
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
1. Ordinance 2026-17 - An Ordinance to Exceed the Municipal Budget Appropriation Limits and
to Establish a Cap Bank in Accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45:14 in the Borough of
Pennington, New Jersey
(To be provided Monday)
2. Ordinance 2026-18 - An Ordinance to Provide for and Determine the Rate of Compensation of
Officers and Employees of the Borough of Pennington, County of Mercer, State of New Jersey
for the Year 2026
BUDGET INTRODUCTION
3. Resolution 2026-3.18 - Resolution Authorizing Int
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Pennington Borough Council
Regular Meeting – March 2, 2026
Mayor Davy called the Regular Meeting of the Borough Council to order at 7:02 pm. The meeting was held via Zoom. Borough Clerk Betty Sterling called the roll with Council Members Angarone, Chandler, Kassler-Taub, Rubenstein, Stern and Valenza in attendance.
Also present were Borough Clerk Betty Sterling, Borough Attorney Walter Bliss, Borough Administrator GP Caminiti, Sandra Webb, Public Works Superintendent Rick Smith and Lieutenant Daryl Burroughs.
Mayor Davy announced that notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times, Trentonian and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall and on the Borough web-site according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
Mayor announced a change to the agenda to include Resolution 2026-3.14, a resolution in support of the Lawrence Hopewell Trail funding request. Council Member Rubenstein made a motion to amend the agenda to include Resolution 2026-3.14, second by Council Member Kassler-Taub with all members present voting in favor.
Mayor Davy stated that the meeting tonight is to address the budget introduction, so before the meeting is opened for public comments, he asked Mr. Caminiti to do his presentation on the budget so that the attendees would be able to ask any questions they have on the budget during the public comment period.
Mr. Caminiti shared a power point presentation and outlined the key items that make up
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Mon Mar 2, 2026
Borough Council
Council to adopt a revised zoning map and multiple affordable housing zones
The Pennington Borough Council will consider several zoning amendments, including adopting a revised zoning map and creating five new affordable‑housing zones. It will also adopt a revised schedule of area, yard and building regulations and update affordable‑housing development fees. Additional items include resolutions on shared fire‑service agreements, budget adjustments, and a request for an extension of NJDOT funding for local road improvements.
- Ordinance 2026-14 – Adopt revised zoning map
- Ordinance 2026-15 – Adopt revised schedule of area, yard and building regulations
- Ordinance 2026-13 – Update affordable housing development fees
- Resolution 2026-3.11 – Three‑year shared services agreement with Hopewell Township Fire District No. 1
- Resolution 2026-3.13 – Request extension of NJDOT award for improvements to Abey Drive, Mallard Place, and Queens Lane
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✓ Decidido: Council adopts affordable housing zone ordinance and backs trail reconstruction funding
The Pennington Borough Council approved Resolution 2026-3.14, expressing support for the Lawrence Hopewell Trail Elm Ridge segment reconstruction and urging federal funding. The council also adopted Ordinance 2026-4, creating an AH-1 Affordable Housing Zone in the borough. Additionally, Ordinance 2026-19 was removed from the agenda.
- Approved Resolution 2026-3.14 supporting Lawrence Hopewell Trail reconstruction (5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstention)
- Adopted Ordinance 2026-4 establishing AH-1 Affordable Housing Zone (6 ayes, 0 nays)
- Removed Ordinance 2026-19 from the agenda
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING - MARCH 2, 2026
AGENDA
Monday, March 02, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Davy
ROLL CALL - Borough Clerk - Betty Sterling
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on
the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the
regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has
been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you
state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum
of 2 minutes.
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
1. Ordinance 2026-19 - Ordinance Amending Chapter 98 (Fees) of the Code of the Borough of
Pennington to Delete Fees Relating to the Annual Yard Sale
ORDINANCES FOR PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION
2. Ordinance 2026-4 - An Ordinance Amending Chapter 215 "Zoning", Article VII "Zone
Regulations" to Include New Section 215-78.3 Entitled "AH-1 Affordable Housing Zone"
3. Ordinance 2026-5 - An Ordinance Amending Chapter 215 "Zoning", Article VII "Zone
Regulations" to Include New Section 215-78.4 Entitle
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March 2, 2026
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Regular Meeting – March 2 , 202 6
M ayor Davy called the Regular Meeting of the Borough Council to order at 7: 0 3 pm . The meeting was held
via Zoom. Borough Clerk Betty Sterling call e d the roll .
Council Members Angarone, Chandler, Kassler-Taub, Rubenstein , Stern and Valenza in attendance .
Also present w ere Borough Clerk Betty Sterling, Borough Attorney Walter Bliss , Borough Administrator GP
Caminiti, Sandra Webb, Public Works Superintendent Rick Smith and Lieutenant Daryl Burroughs .
M ayor Davy announced that notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton
Times, Trentonian and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall and on the Borough web-site
according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
Mayor announced a change to the agenda to include Resolution 2026-3.14, a resolution in support of the
Lawrence Hopewell Trail funding request. Council Member Rubenstein made a motion to amend the agenda
to include Resolution 2026-3.14, second by Council Member Valenza with all members present voting in
favor.
Open to the Public
Mayor Davy read the following statement .
The meeting is now open to the public for comments. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has been
instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Administr
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Mon Feb 23, 2026
Borough Council
Council reviews multiple affordable housing zoning amendments
The Pennington Borough Council work session will discuss a sidewalk repair ordinance, award contracts for Abey Drive area work and lead service line replacement, and consider appointing a borough engineer. Presentations will include a budget introduction and introductions of several ordinances. The council will then review a slate of zoning and affordable‑housing ordinances, resolutions, and a revised zoning map. A closed‑session will address legal and contract matters related to 15‑17 N. Main Street, EMS, and Wells Fargo Property.
- Requirements for Sidewalk Repair Ordinance
- Award of Contract – Abey Drive, Mallard Place, Queens Lane
- Award of Contract – Lead Service Lines
- Ordinance 2026-4 – Add AH-1 Affordable Housing Zone
- Ordinance 2026-14 – Adopt revised zoning map
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✓ Decidido: Council voted to enter closed session and adjourn the February 23 meeting
The Borough Council removed the Sidewalk Repair Ordinance from the March agenda. Council members agreed to present the 2026 budget at the March 2 meeting and hold a special meeting on March 9 for a public hearing and adoption in April. A motion to convene a closed‑session discussion and to adjourn the meeting was made, seconded, and approved by all members present.
- Sidewalk Repair Ordinance removed from March agenda (decision by Mayor)
- 2026 budget to be presented at March 2 meeting (agreed)
- Special meeting scheduled for March 9 to hear and adopt the budget (agreed)
- Closed session convened and meeting adjourned (unanimous vote)
- Borough Engineer appointment to be ready for April meeting (pending)
- Public Works Committee to review Lead Service Lines bids (pending)
- PILOT project statement to be drafted for regional discussions (pending)
- Contract bids for Abey Drive, Mallard Place, Queens Lane to be scaled back and rebid (pending)
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COUNCIL WORK SESSION - FEBRUARY 23, 2026
AGENDA
Monday, February 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call - Borough Clerk - Betty Sterling
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
III. Open Public Meetings Statement
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times, and Trentonian and
was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website
according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
IV. Open to the Public/ Public Comment
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has
been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you
state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum
of 2 minutes.
V. Work Session Discussion Items:
1. Requirements for Sidewalk Repair Ordinance - GP
2. Award of Contract - Abey Drive, Mallard Place, Queens Lane
3. Award of Contract - Lead Service Lines
4. Appoint Borough Engineer
5. PILOT Project Statement - (Nadine)
Work Session Presentations:
1. Budget Introduction
2. Ordinance 2026-Cap Ordinance (Introduction)
3. Ordinance 2026-17 - Salary Ordinance (Introduction)
VI. Review of Tentative Council Regular Agenda
1. Ordinance 2026-4 - An
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February 23 , 202 6
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Work Session Meeting – February 23 , 202 6
M ayor Davy called the Regular Meeting of the Borough Council to order at 7: 00 pm . The meeting was held
via Zoom. Borough Clerk Betty Sterling call e d the roll with Council Members Angarone, Chandler, Kassler-
Taub, Rubenstein , and Stern in attendance . Mr. Valenza arrived after the roll call.
Also present w ere Borough Clerk Betty Sterling, Borough Attorney Walter Bliss , Borough Administrator GP
Caminiti , Chief Financial Officer, Sandra Webb and Lieutenant Daryl Burroughs .
M ayor Davy announced that notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton
Times, Trentonian and was posted on the bull etin board at Borough Hall and on the Borough web-site
according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
Open to the Public
Mayor Davy read the following statement .
The meeting is now open to the public for comments. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has been
instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Administrator acknowledges
you state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a
maximum of 2 minutes.
There were no comments from the public.
Work Session Discussion Items
Requirements for Sidewalk Repair Ordinance – Mayor Davy asked GP to re
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Mon Feb 23, 2026
Environmental Commission
Tue Feb 17, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Commission will consider affordable‑housing zoning and master plan updates.
The Pennington Historic Preservation Commission will hold nominations for chairperson and vice‑chairperson and approve the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting. It will discuss several agenda items, including affordable‑housing zoning ordinances, the Mercer County Historic Trust’s 2026 Preserve New Jersey Historic Preservation Fund, and street trees in the historic district. Additional topics are certified local‑government status and a newsletter to property owners.
- Nomination and appointment of Chairperson
- Nomination and appointment of Vice‑Chairperson
- Approval of December 16, 2025 minutes
- Master Plan Housing Element and Fair Share Plan & Affordable Housing Zoning Ordinances
- Mercer County – NJ Historic Trust's 2026 Preserve New Jersey Historic Preservation Fund
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✓ Decidido: Historic Preservation Commission unanimously appoints Eric Holtermann as chair
The commission unanimously appointed Eric Holtermann as the 2026 Chairperson and Bob Chandler as Vice‑Chairperson. George Ford took the Oath of Office for the Alternate I position after his reappointment by the mayor and borough council. The December 17, 2025 meeting minutes were approved with amendments by unanimous vote. The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m. after a unanimous motion.
- Appointed Eric Holtermann as 2026 Chairperson (unanimous)
- Appointed Bob Chandler as 2026 Vice‑Chairperson (unanimous)
- Administered Oath of Office to George Ford for Alternate I position (reappointment)
- Approved December 17, 2025 meeting minutes with amendments (unanimous)
- Assigned George Ford to draft support letters for Smith Farmstead and Burrows house
- Adjourned meeting at 8:45 p.m. (unanimous)
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HPC - FEBRUARY 17, 2026 AGENDA
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on
the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the
regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
ROLL CALL
REORG ITEMS
1. *Nomination and Appointment of Chairperson
2. *Nomination and Appointment of Vice-Chairperson
3. Oath of Allegiances - Davis, Ford and Wallace
4. Council Liaison
5. *HPC 2026 Schedule
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Meeting open to public for comments.
Please raise your hand and when the secretary acknowledges you state your name and address for
the record. There will be a total of 5 minutes allotted for public comments.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6. *December 16, 2025
OTHER BUSINESS
7. Master Plan Housing Element and Fair Share Plan & Affordable Housing Zoning Ordinances
8. Mercer County - NJ Historic Trust's 2026 Preserve New Jersey Historic Preservation Fund
9. Street Trees in Historic District
10. Certified Local Government
11. Newsletter / Communication to Property Owners
ADJOURNMENT
*Indicates Action May Be Taken
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P E N NI N G T ON B O R O U G H
H IS T ORIC PR E S E RV A T I O N CO M MIS S ION MINUTES
FEBRUARY 17, 2026
The meeting of the Pennington Borough Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) was held on
February 17 , 202 6 at 7: 3 0 pm via Zoom.
ROLL CALL:
Members Present: Eric Holtermann, Chair; R o b ert C h an d ler, V ice-C h air; M ary B au m ; Dav i d
Co a ts ; Jack Davis; Katrina Homel ; Natalie Shivers; George Ford , Alt I
Members Absent: Craig Wallace, Alt II
Staff Present: Amy Kassler-Taub , Council Liaiso n , Robin Tillou, HPC Secretary
NOMINATION AND APPOINTMENT OF HPC 2026 CHAIRPERSON
Ms. Homel moved to nominate Eric Holtermann for 2026 Chairperson and Mr. Ford offered a
second. With no other nominations, b y unanimous vote Mr. Holtermann was appointed
Chairperson.
NOMINATION AND APPOINTMENT OF HPC 2026 VICE-CHAIRPERSON
Mr. Holtermann moved to nominate Bob Chandler for 2026 Vice-Chairperson and Ms. Baum
offered a second. With n o other nominations on the table , b y unanimous vote Mr. Chandler was
appointed Vice- Chairperson.
OATH OF OFFICE
Mr. Ford was reappointed to the a lternate I position by Mayor with the advice and consent of the
Borough Council at the February 2, 2026 Council Meeting.
Chair Holtermann administered the Oath of Office to George Ford for the Alternate I position.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Chair Holtermann announced the statement of adequate notice as such: Notice of this meeting
has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times
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Wed Feb 11, 2026
Planning / Zoning Board
Planning Board to review 12 zoning and housing ordinances
The Planning Board will conduct consistency reviews for 12 ordinances related to zoning, affordable housing, and the revised zoning map. The board will also consider an extension request for a minor subdivision at 12 N. Main Street.
- Extension request for 12 N. Main Street (Block 205, Lot 22) minor subdivision
- Consistency review of Ordinance 2026-14 adopting a revised zoning map
- Consistency review of Ordinance 2026-12 Affordable Housing Ordinance
- Consistency review of Ordinance 2026-13 amending affordable housing fees
- Consistency review of Ordinance 2026-15 regarding area yard and building schedules
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✓ Decidido: Board unanimously approved a 120‑day extension for the 12 N. Main St. subdivision
The Planning/Zoning Board voted to grant a 120‑day extension on application #25‑001 for 12 N. Main Street. The board also found no inconsistencies between the Master Plan and Ordinances 2026‑4 through 2026‑15. Prior meeting minutes from December 17, 2025 and January 14, 2026 were approved, and the meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Approved 120‑day extension for application #25‑001 (unanimous)
- Found no Master Plan inconsistencies for Ordinances 2026‑4‑2026‑15 (unanimous)
- Approved December 17, 2025 joint minutes with amendments (unanimous)
- Approved January 14, 2026 minutes with amendments (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:45 p.m. (unanimous)
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PLANNING BOARD MEETING - FEBRUARY 11, 2026
AGENDA
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Online via Zoom
Members of the public who wish to review hard copies of any documents which are available for online
inspection in the packet, should contact the Land Use Administrator, Robin Tillou via e-mail at
[email protected] or telephone at (609) 737-0276 x3.
OPENING STATEMENT: Adequate Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley
News and Trenton Times and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street
and on the Borough website according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
ROLL CALL: Blackwell; Caminiti; Davy; Jackson; Kassler-Taub; O'Neill; Tracy; Rex; Reilly
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
APPLICATION
*12 N. Main Street, Block 205, Lot 22 Minor Subdivision Approved 4/9/25 Resolution
Memorialized 5/15/25 - Extension Request from the Applicant to the PB
CONSISTENCY REVIEWS
*Ordinance 2026-4 - West Franklin 1 Zoning Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-5 - West Franklin 2 - Zoning Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-6 - Levin Limousine 3 - Zoning Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-7 - 37 41 43 S. Main - AH4 - Zoning Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-8 - 12 N Main - AH5 - Zoning ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-9 - HW MU - Chapter 215 Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-10 - MU - Chapter 215 Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-11 - Mandatory Set Aside ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-12 - Affordable Housing Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-13 - Amending Fee
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PENNINGTON BOROUGH
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 1 1 , 202 6 7:30 PM
TIME AND PLACE OF MEETING
The Meeting of the Pennington Borough Planning Board was held on February 11 , 202 6 at 7:30
p .m . via Zoom.
CALL TO ORDER
Jim Reilly, Chairperson , called the meeting to order at 7:3 0 p .m . and announced compliance with
the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act.
STATEMENT OF ADEQUATE NOTICE
Adequate notice of this meeting has been posted in Borough Hall and sent to the officially
d esignated newspapers: Hopewell Valley News and The Times of Trenton.
OATH OF OFFICE
Mr. Schmierer swore in new members that were appointed by the Mayor at the February 2, 2026
Borough Council meeting for the vacant alternate positions.
Mr. Schmierer administered the oath of office to Fred Jacobs, Alt. I and Sarah Calabi, Alt. II.
MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE
Gian Paolo Caminiti ; Mayor James Davy; Andrew Jackson – Vice-Chair; Amy Kassler-Taub ;
Kate O ’Neill; Jim Reilly – Chair ; Naz li Rex, Jennifer Tracy ; Fred Jacobs, Alt. I; Sarah Calabi,
Alt. II
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Mark Blackwell
PENNINGTON BOROUGH PROFESSIONALS IN ATTENDANCE:
Robin Tillou, Pennington Borough PB Secretary/ Land Use Administrator
Edwin Schmierer, Board Attorney
Jim Kyle , Board Planner
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
Chair Reilly opened the meeting to the public for non-agenda items. With no public comment
the public forum was closed.
APPLICATION
# 25-001 12 N. Main Street Pennington NJ LLC
12 N. Main
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
Borough Council
Pennington council to vote on water rates and affordable housing zoning
The Pennington Borough Council will introduce multiple ordinances amending zoning regulations to create new affordable housing zones and revise existing mixed-use zones. The body will also consider a resolution to increase water and sewer utility rates and approve various shared service agreements and appointments.
- Ordinance 2026-1: Increase water and sewer utility rates
- Ordinance 2026-4 to 2026-15: Amend zoning to create affordable housing zones
- Resolution 2026-2.9: Shared services agreement for Senior Center
- Resolution 2026-2.6: Approve raffle license for Trenton Cyrus Foundation
- Resolution 2026-2.10: Renew local retail cannabis license for Jersey Meds Management
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✓ Decidido: Council introduced three affordable housing zone ordinances
The Borough Council voted to introduce Ordinances 2026-4, 2026-5, and 2026-6, creating new affordable‑housing zones. All three motions passed with all members present voting in favor. The council also approved minutes from four prior meetings, with one abstention on two of them. Mayor Davy appointed three individuals to Planning Board and Economic Development positions.
- Introduced Ordinance 2026-4 (AH-1 Affordable Housing Zone) – all members present voted in favor
- Introduced Ordinance 2026-5 (AH-2 Affordable Housing Zone) – all members present voted in favor
- Introduced Ordinance 2026-6 (AH-3 Affordable Housing Zone) – all members present voted in favor
- Approved minutes of Dec 17, 2025 Special Joint Meeting – all in favor, 1 abstention
- Approved minutes of Jan 6, 2026 Regular Meeting – all in favor, 1 abstention
- Approved minutes of Jan 6, 2026 Regular Meeting (second motion) – all in favor
- Approved minutes of Jan 26, 2026 Work Session Meeting – all in favor
- Appointed Fred Jacobs as Planning Board Alternate 1 (term ends 12/31/2027)
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING - February 2, 2026 Agenda
Monday, February 02, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Davy
ROLL CALL - Borough Clerk - Betty Sterling
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum of 2 minutes.
MAYOR'S BUSINESS
MAYOR'S APPOINTMENTS
1. Fred Jacobs appointed as Planning Board - Alternate 1 for a term ending December 31, 2027
Sara Calabi appointed as Planning Board - Alternate 2 for a term ending December 31, 2027
2. Stacey Levine appointed to Economic Development for a term ending December 31, 2030
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
3. Special Joint Meeting of Borough Council and Planning Board - December 17, 2025
4. Reorganization Meeting - January 6, 2026
5. Regular Meeting - January 6, 2026
6. Work Session Meeting - January 26, 2026
ORDINANCE
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Pennington Borough Council
Regular Meeting – February 2, 2026
Mayor Davy called the Regular Meeting of the Borough Council to order at 7:03 pm. The meeting was held via Zoom. Borough Clerk Betty Sterling called the roll with Council Members Angarone, Chandler, Kassler-Taub, Rubenstein, Stern and Valenza in attendance.
Also present were Borough Clerk Betty Sterling, Borough Attorney Walter Bliss, Borough Administrator GP Caminiti, Sandra Webb, Public Works Superintendent Rick Smith and Lieutenant Daryl Burroughs.
Mayor Davy announced that notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times, Trentonian and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall and on the Borough web-site according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
Open to the Public
Mayor Davy read the following statement.
The meeting is now open to the public for comments. In an effort to provide everyone interested an opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Administrator acknowledges you state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum of 2 minutes.
There were no comments from the public.
Mayor’s Appointments
Mayor Davy announced the following appointments:
Fred Jacobs appointed as Planning Board – Alternate 1 for a term ending December 31, 2027.
Sara Calabi appoint
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Mon Jan 26, 2026
Environmental Commission
Commission reviews water health, stormwater plans, and community energy updates
The Pennington Environmental Commission will hold informal discussions on stream health, groundwater, and water withdrawal thresholds. It will also plan a community conversation on water runoff and stormwater protection, and provide updates on the site‑planning checklist, the Community Energy Plan, and the Pennington Arboretum. The meeting will conclude with an open discussion on priorities for 2026.
- Discussion of stream health, water tables, and water withdrawal thresholds (guest Bob Kecskes)
- Planning of community conversation on water runoff, stormwater, and protecting waterways
- Update on Environmental Commission Site Planning Checklist and next steps
- Overview and progress update on the Community Energy Plan
- Pennington Arboretum signage update and plans for new exclosures and enclosures
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✓ Decidido: Commission approved the December 15, 2025 meeting minutes
The Environmental Commission approved the minutes from the December 15, 2025 meeting after a motion by Joann and a second by Nell. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion by Nell and a second by Jim. The next commission meeting is scheduled for February 23, 2026.
- Approved December 15, 2025 minutes (motion by Joann, second by Nell)
- Adjourned meeting (motion by Nell, second by Jim)
- Scheduled next meeting for Feb 23, 2026
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PENNINGTON ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Agenda for Monday, January 26, 2026 – 7:30 PM
Zoom Virtual Meeting (link sent by Betty Sterling, and on Boro website)
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes from December 15, 2025
Motion to approve by: _______ Second by: _______Aye ___ Nay ___ Abstain
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3. Announcements
Key January and February events
Other announcements from EC members
4. Public Comment (if any)
STRATEGIC PROJECTS
5. Welcome to EC & Introductions – Monica Carlson
Opportunity to get to know Monica and her background & interests
6. Stream Health, Water Tables, and Water Withdrawals (Guest: Bob Kecskes, local
resident and former NJDEP)
Informal discussion on stream health, groundwater, and water withdrawal
thresholds
How water use is evaluated from an ecological and planning perspective,
including limits designed to protect streams and ecosystems
Context-setting conversation to support EC learning as we begin broader work
on water-related issues in 2026
7. Community Conversation: Water Runoff, Stormwater, and Protecting Our
Waterways (Jim, Nell, Nancy)
Story-out and framing of the topic
Update on logistics and timing
Communications and outreach planning
8. Environmental Commission Site Planning Checklist – Update (Andrew Seeder,
Joann, Andy J, Brian, Kieran)
Status update and recent progress
Discussion of next steps and review process
9. Community Energy Plan (CEP) – Update and Overview (Brian, Joann, A
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PENNINGTON ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Draft Minutes
Monday, January 26, 2026, 7:30 PM
Zoom virtual meeting
EC Agenda - Jan 2026
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
Chair Kieran called the meeting to order.
Members present: Kieran (Chair), Jim, Nell, Nancy, Joann, Brian.
Also present: Monica Carlson (new member), Bob Kecskes (guest)
Members not present (mentioned in meeting): Dan R , Andrew Seeder, Andy J.
2. Approval of Minutes from December 15, 2025
Minutes approved (Joann; second Nell)
3. Announcements
Scrap metal recycling event (Green Team / Joann)
Joann shared details for a scrap metal drop-off with the Hopewell Valley
Green Team at the Hopewell Township Public Works Building, 12:00 – 3:00
PM. Items must be at least 60% metal. Items with wood are not accepted
due to fire risk. Wires and Christmas lights are accepted but must be kept
separate to avoid tangling. Nancy requested a flyer for social media;
Joann offered to resend the flyer and noted it had already been shared
through Borough channels.
Volunteer support: Joann noted she could use additional volunteers,
especially if cold weather requires shorter shifts. Jim volunteered to help.
Watershed Institute: Winter salt week
Kieran shared a note Dan had sent him and forwarded the details by
email.
4. Public Comment (if any)
No public comment was received.
5. Welcome to EC & Introductions: Monica Carlson
Kieran welcomed Monica Carlson as the newest Environmental Commission
member, filling the seat vacated by Emily. Ki
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Wed Jan 21, 2026
Open Space Committee
Open Space Committee to elect officers and review fund status
The Pennington Open Space Committee will meet to elect officers, approve minutes from November 2025, and review the status of the Open Space Trust Fund. The meeting will also include a closed session to discuss real estate of interest.
- Election of Officers
- Approval of minutes from November 19, 2025
- Review of Updated Assessment Criteria for Properties of Interest
- Open Space Trust Fund Status
- Closed Session: Discussion of real estate of interest
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✓ Decidido: Committee elected 2026 officers, confirming chair, vice‑chair and secretary
The Open Space Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting and formally memorialized the officers elected for 2026: Alan Hershey as Chair, John Jackson as Vice‑Chair, and Dan Pace as Secretary. Revised property assessment criteria documents were adopted as previously described. The committee agreed to request a Zoom link for future meetings and to receive budget documents from entities using the Open Space Trust Fund. A unanimous motion entered closed session to discuss specific properties, and the November 19 closed‑session minutes were also adopted.
- Adopted November 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Memorialized 2026 officers: Chair Alan Hershey, Vice‑Chair John Jackson, Secretary Dan Pace (unanimous)
- Adopted revised property assessment criteria documents (no vote count recorded)
- Agreed to request a Zoom link for meetings; Dan to contact Borough Clerk
- Agreed that entities using the Trust Fund will provide a shared budget document
- Entered Closed Session to discuss specific properties (unanimous)
- Adopted November 19 closed‑session minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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Pennington Borough
OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE AGENDA
January 21 , 2026
7:3 0 p.m.
In-Person at Pennington Borough Hall
CALL TO ORDER :
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT :
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted
on the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according
to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
ROLL CALL :
PUBLIC COMMENTS :
Meeting open to public for comments.
OPEN SESSION
1. Election of Officers
2. Meeting Schedule for 2026
3. Approval of minutes from November19 , 202 5
4. Review of Updated Assessment Criteria for Properties of Interest
5. Open Space Trust Fund Status
OTHER BUS I NESS:
C LOSED SESSION : Discussion of real estate of interest.
ADJOURNMENT :
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MINUTES OF THE PENNINGTON OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE MEETING
PENNINGTON BOROUGH HALL: 7:30PM; JANUARY 21, 202 6
This open meeting was adequately noticed on the Borough website and in the local newspaper.
In attendance: Voting and Alternate Members:
Alan Hershey (Chairman), Present
Jason Meyer, Absent
Dan Pace (Secretary), Present
Arthur Firestone (Alternate 1), Present
John Jackson, Vice-Chairman, Present
Mark Blackwell: Excused
Kit Chandler: Boro Council Liaison, Present
Nancy Fishman, Present
Mark Neary (Alternate 2), Present
Guests: None ; Chairman Hershey called the meeting to order at 7: 30 PM.
Agenda Items:
Meeting Minutes of November 19 , 2025 Adoption: Mark moved that the Open session meeting
minutes be adopted as presented, Nancy seconded. Members currently present and in attendance at the
November meeting unanimously approved the minutes.
Formal Adoption of Officers: Upon a motion by Mark, seconded by John, t he Committee
unanimously memorialized the officers elected for 2026 at the November 19, 2025 meeting. They were
Alan Hershey as Chair , John Jackson as vice-chair, and Dan Pace as Secretary.
Review of Updated Assessment Criteria for Properties of Interest : Committee members had no
additional comments regarding revisions to t wo of the Committees working documents that were
discussed, revised , and formally adopted as described in the minutes of that meeting.
Document 1: “ Property Assessment ” definitions: Document 2: “ Approach to Preservation
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Historic Preservation Commission meeting canceled due to lack of business
The Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for January 20, 2026 was canceled. The cancellation notice cites a lack of business. No agenda items were discussed or decided.
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING
JANUARY 20 , 202 6 CANCELLATION NOTICE
The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday , January 20 , 202 6 has been
canceled due to lack of business.
Thank you,
Robin Tillou
Land Use Administrator
Wed Jan 14, 2026
Planning / Zoning Board
Board will consider adopting the revised zoning map and multiple zoning ordinances
The Pennington Planning Board meeting on February 11, 2026 will review an extension request for a minor subdivision at 12 N. Main Street and consider a series of zoning ordinances, including the revised zoning map, affordable housing ordinances, and fee amendments. The board will also approve the minutes from the December 17, 2025 and January 14, 2026 meetings.
- Extension request for 12 N. Main Street, Block 205, Lot 22 minor subdivision
- Ordinance 2026-14 – Adopting Revised Zoning Map
- Ordinance 2026-12 – Affordable Housing Ordinance
- Ordinance 2026-13 – Amending Fee Ordinance Affordable Housing
- Approval of December 17, 2025 and January 14, 2026 meeting minutes
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✓ Decidido: Planning Board adopts amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
The Pennington Planning Board unanimously appointed new officers and staff, approved the 2026 meeting schedule, bylaws, and annual report. It then adopted the amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, conditionally re‑adopted key Master Plan elements, and conditionally adopted the Climate Change and Vulnerability Assessment Plan. All motions passed, with two members abstaining on the housing element.
- Appointed Jim Reilly as Chairperson (unanimous vote)
- Appointed Andy Jackson as Vice‑Chairperson (unanimous vote)
- Appointed Edwin Schmierer as Planning Board Attorney (unanimous vote)
- Appointed Jim Kyle as Planning Board Planner (unanimous vote)
- Adopted Planning/Zoning Board Bylaws (unanimous vote)
- Adopted amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (passed; 7 ayes, 0 nays, 2 abstentions)
- Conditionally re‑adopted Utility Services, Open Space, Community Facilities, and Relation to Other Plans elements (passed; all ayes)
- Conditionally adopted Climate Change and Vulnerability Assessment Plan (passed; all ayes)
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PLANNING BOARD MEETING - FEBRUARY 11, 2026
AGENDA
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Online via Zoom
Members of the public who wish to review hard copies of any documents which are available for online
inspection in the packet, should contact the Land Use Administrator, Robin Tillou via e-mail at
[email protected] or telephone at (609) 737-0276 x3.
OPENING STATEMENT: Adequate Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley
News and Trenton Times and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street
and on the Borough website according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
ROLL CALL: Blackwell; Caminiti; Davy; Jackson; Kassler-Taub; O'Neill; Tracy; Rex; Reilly
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
APPLICATION
*12 N. Main Street, Block 205, Lot 22 Minor Subdivision Approved 4/9/25 Resolution
Memorialized 5/15/25 - Extension Request from the Applicant to the PB
CONSISTENCY REVIEWS
*Ordinance 2026-4 - West Franklin 1 Zoning Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-5 - West Franklin 2 - Zoning Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-6 - Levin Limousine 3 - Zoning Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-7 - 37 41 43 S. Main - AH4 - Zoning Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-8 - 12 N Main - AH5 - Zoning ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-9 - HW MU - Chapter 215 Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-10 - MU - Chapter 215 Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-11 - Mandatory Set Aside ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-12 - Affordable Housing Ordinance
*Ordinance 2026-13 - Amending Fee
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PENNINGTON BOROUGH
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 14 , 202 6 7:30 PM
TIME AND PLACE OF MEETING
The Meeting of the Pennington Borough Planning Board was held on January 14 , 202 6 at 7:30
p .m . via Zoom.
CALL TO ORDER
Edwin Schmierer , Planning Board Attorney , called the meeting to order at 7:3 0 p .m . and
announced compliance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act.
STATEMENT OF ADEQUATE NOTICE
Adequate notice of this meeting has been posted in Borough Hall and sent to the officially
d esignated newspapers: Hopewell Valley News and The Times of Trenton.
MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE
Mark Blackwell; Gian Paolo Caminiti ; Mayor James Davy; Andrew Jackson – Vice-Chair; Amy
Kassler-Taub ; Kate O ’Neill; Jim Reilly – Chair ; Naz li Rex, Jennifer Tracy
PENNINGTON BOROUGH PROFESSIONALS IN ATTENDANCE:
Robin Tillou, Pennington Borough PB Secretary/ Land Use Administrator
Edwin Schmierer, Board Attorney
Jim Kyle , Board Planner
REORG AGENDA ITEMS
Planning Board Oath of Allegiance to Appointed/Reappointed Board Members
The Oath of Allegiance was administered by Mr. Schmierer to Mr. Blackwell, Class IV term
01/01/2026 – 12/31/2029, Ms. Rex, Class IV term 01/01/2026 – 12/31/2029, Mayor Davy, Class
I term 01/01/2026 – 12/31/2026, Ms. Kassler-Taub, Class III term 01/01/2026 – 12/31/2026 and
Mr. Caminiti, Class II term 01/01/2026 – 12/31/2026.
Nomination and Appointment of Chairperson
Mr. Blackwell nominated Jim Reilly for Chairperson for 2026 with Mr. Caminiti
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Tue Jan 13, 2026
Board of Health
Board of Health will hold officer elections
The Pennington Borough Board of Health will discuss several old business items, including the Environmental Commission Survey and the Landfill Redevelopment Plan. New business includes officer elections, setting the 2026 meeting schedule, approving the October 21, 2025 minutes, and outlining Board of Health goals. The meeting will also feature health department updates and a public comment period.
- Officer elections
- Approval of minutes for October 21, 2025
- 2026 meeting schedule
- Board of Health goals
- Louis Creek group presentation
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✓ Decidido: Marjorie Kaplan elected Chair of Pennington Board of Health
The Board elected Marjorie Kaplan as Chair and Mariya Brown as Secretary, both unanimously. The October 21, 2025 minutes were approved with a motion that passed. A unanimous motion set the Board’s goal to assess community health priorities and provide outreach. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.
- Marjorie Kaplan elected Chair (unanimous)
- Mariya Brown elected Secretary (unanimous)
- Approval of October 21, 2025 minutes (motion passed, one abstention)
- Board goal adopted: assess community health priorities (unanimous)
- Adjournment motion passed unanimously
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TOWNSHIP of H OPEWELL
M E R C E R C O U N T Y
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Also Serving Hopewell Borough & Pennington Borough
201 Washington Crossing Pennington Road
Titusville, New Jersey 08560-1410
Phone: (609) 737-0120 / Fax: (609) 737-6836
PENNINGTON BOROUGH BOARD O F H EALTH
TENTATIVE AGENDA TO THE EXTENT KNOWN
TUESDAY , January 13 , 202 5 – 6 :15 p.m.
I. Call Meeting to Order / Statement of Proper Notice
Chair Read : “ Adequate notice of this meeting as required by sections 3(d) and 4(a) of the Open Public
Meetings Act has been provided to the public and filed with the Borough Clerk. ”
II. Secretary : Roll Call
Vacant , Chair ( ) Mariya Brown ( ) Katherine F ellman ( ) Marjorie Kaplan ( ) Ronald
Suzuki ( ) Dan Rubenstein , Borough Council Liaison ( ) Gary Dorsi, Health Officer ( )
III. Pledge of Allegiance and Salute to the Flag
IV. Minutes Submitted for Approval – October 21 , 202 5
V. Old Business
a. Environmental Commission Survey
b. Landfill Redevelopment Plan
c. NJLBHA / PHACE
d. Board / Commission Chairs Meeting with Council
e. Local Emergency Planning Committee – rail safety
f. Lead paint testing product
g. Municipal Alliance / Opioid Settlement Fund
h. GMPHP
i. Traffic safety plan
j. Other -
VI. Board Member Updates / New Business
a. Officer elections
b. 202 6 meeting schedule
c. Approval of Minutes for October 21 , 202 5
d. Board of Health goals
e. Louis Creek group presentation
f. Board of Health website updates
g. Liaisons to other Boards and Commissions
h. Counci
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TOWNSHIP of H OPEWELL
M E R C E R C O U N T Y
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Also Serving Hopewell Borough & Pennington Borough
201 Washington Crossing Pennington Road
Titusville, New Jersey 08560-1410
Phone: (609) 737-0120 / Fax: (609) 737-6836
FINAL MINUTES
PENNINGTON BOROUGH BOARD O F H EALTH
TUESDAY , January 13 , 202 5 – 6 :15 p.m.
I. Call Meeting to Order / Statement of Proper Notice
Chair Read : “ Adequate notice of this meeting as required by sections 3(d) and 4(a) of the Open Public
Meetings Act has been provided to the public and filed with the Borough Clerk. ”
II. Secretary : Roll Call
Vacant , Chair ( ) Mariya Brown (X ) Katherine F ellman ( A ) Marjorie Kaplan ( X ) Ronald
Suzuki ( A ) Dan Rubenstein , Borough Council Liaison ( X ) Gary Dorsi, Health Officer ( X ) ,
Gail Cooksey (X)
III. Pledge of Allegiance and Salute to the Flag
IV. Office r Elections
Mariya Brown nominates Marjorie Kaplan to be Chair and Gail Cooksey seconds the nomination .
Marjorie Kaplan is elected unanimously.
Marjorie Kaplan nominates Mariya Brown to be Secretary.
Mariya Brown is elected Secretary unanimously .
V. Minutes Submitted for Approval – October 21 , 202 5
Mariya Brown nominates approval of the minutes and Gail Cooksey seconds the motion.
Gail Cooksey abstains as she was not on the Board when it last met . The motion passes.
VI. Old Business
a. Environmental Commission Survey : (see old minutes) Chair will follow -up with Council .
b. Landfill Redevelopment Plan we just keep this on th
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Mon Jan 5, 2026
Borough Council
Council appoints officials and adopts multiple 2026 resolutions
The Pennington Borough Council confirmed the 2025 election results and swore in new council members. It reappointed numerous board members and committee representatives for terms ranging from one to five years. The council adopted a series of resolutions appointing the borough auditor, bond counsel, attorney, prosecutors, public defender, and other officials for 2026, and authorized specific financial actions such as a continuing disclosure audit for bond issuance and cancellation of small tax balances.
- Resolution 2026-1.1 – Appoint PKF O'Connor Davies as Borough Auditor for 2026
- Resolution 2026-1.9 – Authorize retention of service for continuing disclosure audit related to bond issuance for 2026
- Resolution 2026-1.14 – Authorize cancellation of tax balances under $10.00
- Resolution 2026-1.15 – Re‑appoint Michael W. Pitts Jr. of Pitts and Sons LLC as Qualified Purchasing Agent
- Resolution 2026-1.16 – Appoint Gian Paolo Caminiti as Joint Insurance Fund Commissioner for 2026
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✓ Decidido: Council elects Nadine Stern as President and mayor reappoints officials
The Borough Council unanimously elected Council Member Nadine Stern as Council President. The 2025 election results re‑elected Katrina Angarone and elected Amy Kassler‑Taub to three‑year council terms. Mayor Davy announced a series of reappointments and new appointments to the Planning/Zoning Board, Environmental Commission, Open Space Committee, Economic Development, and Parks & Recreation. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Council President election: Nadine Stern elected (unanimous vote)
- Adjournment of 2025 Council: motion passed unanimously
- 2025 election results: Katrina Angarone re‑elected, Amy Kassler‑Taub elected
- Mayor's appointment: James Davy reappointed to Planning/Zoning Board (1‑yr term)
- Mayor's appointment: GP Caminiti reappointed as Borough Official (1‑yr term)
- Mayor's appointment: Amy Kassler‑Taub appointed as Council Rep to Planning/Zoning Board (1‑yr term)
- Mayor's appointment: Mark Blackwell reappointed to Planning/Zoning Board (4‑yr term)
- Mayor's appointment: Nazli Rex appointed to Planning/Zoning Board (4‑yr term)
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REORGANIZATION MEETING - January 5, 2026 Agenda
Monday, January 05, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Davy
ROLL CALL - Borough Clerk - Betty Sterling
Angarone; Chandler; Marciante; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum of 2 minutes.
ELECTION RESULTS - Borough Clerk, Betty Sterling
Katrina Angarone - Re-elected to a 3 year term ending December 31, 2028
Amy Kassler-Taub - Elected to a 3 year term December 31, 2028
ADJOURNMENT OF 2025 COUNCIL
OATHS OF OFFICE - Borough Attorney, Walter Bliss
Katrina Angarone
Amy Kassler-Taub
ROLL CALL of 2026 COUNCIL- Borough Clerk - Betty Sterling
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
ELECTION OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT FOR 2026
MAYOR'S BUSINESS
1. Proclamation - Chico Marciante
2. Proclamation - Steve Papenberg
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Pennington Borough Council
Reorganization Meeting – January 6, 2025
M ayor Davy called the Regular Meeting of the Borough Council to order at 7:00 pm . The meeting was held
via Zoom. Borough Clerk Betty Sterling call e d the roll with Council Members Angarone, Chandler,
M arciante ,Rubensten, Stern and Valenza in attendance .
Also present w ere Borough Clerk Betty Sterling, Borough Attorney Walter Bliss , Borough Administrator GP
Caminiti, Public Works Superintendent Rick Smith and Lieutenant Daryl Burroughs .
M ayor Davy announced that notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton
Times, Trentonian and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall and on the Borough web-site
according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
Open to the Public
Mayor Davy read the following statement .
The meeting is now open to the public for comments. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has been
instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Administrator acknowledges
you state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a
maximum of 2 minutes.
There were no comments from the public.
ELECTION RESULTS
Borough Clerk, Betty Sterling reported the following results from the 202 5 General Election:
Katrina Angarone - Re-electe
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Mon Jan 5, 2026
Borough Council
Ordinance 2026-1 to increase Pennington water and sewer rates introduced
The Pennington Borough Council will consider three ordinances, including a water and sewer rate increase, a message‑board use ordinance, and a change to fire‑code enforcement agencies. Committee reports from personnel, public works, finance, health, planning, and library boards will be presented. Several resolutions will be voted on, covering the temporary 2026 budget, cash‑management plan, janitorial services contract, software support, online payment system, water analysis services, health testing services, senior‑center lease, and bid advertisements for road improvements and lead‑service‑line replacements.
- Ordinance 2026-1 – increase rates charged by Pennington Borough Water and Sewer Utility
- Ordinance 2026-2 – governing use of the Borough message board
- Ordinance 2026-3 – changing enforcement agencies under the Borough Fire Prevention Code
- Resolution 2026-1.23 – award contract to Eagle Janitorial for continuation of janitorial services in 2026
- Resolution 2026-1.29 – advertise bids for improvements to Abey Drive, Mallard Place & Kings Court (NJDOT Municipal Aid)
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✓ Decidido: Council approved water and sewer rate increase effective April 2026
The Borough Council introduced and adopted Ordinance 2026-1, raising water and sewer rates with changes taking effect on April 1, 2026. It also adopted Ordinance 2026-2, creating rules for the mobile message board and adding a $100 application fee for non‑profit use. The council approved the minutes of the November 24, December 1, and December 29, 2025 meetings, with some members abstaining on the latter two.
- Approved Ordinance 2026-1 (water/sewer rate increase) – motion Chandler, second Stern, all present voted in favor
- Approved Ordinance 2026-2 (message board rules and $100 fee) – motion Chandler, second Rubenstein, all present voted in favor
- Approved minutes of November 24, 2025 Work Session – motion Chandler, second Valenza, all present voted in favor; Kassler‑Taub abstained
- Approved minutes of December 1, 2025 Regular Meeting – motion Chandler, second Stern, all present voted in favor; Kassler‑Taub abstained
- Approved minutes of December 29, 2025 Regular Meeting – motion Stern, second Angarone, all present voted in favor; Chandler, Kassler‑Taub, and Valenza abstained
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REGULAR MEETING - JANUARY 5, 2026 AGENDA
Monday, January 05, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Davy
ROLL CALL - Borough Clerk - Betty Sterling
Angarone; Chandler; Kassler-Taub; Rubenstein; Stern; Valenza; Mayor Davy
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS STATEMENT
Notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton Times and was posted on
the bulletin board at Borough Hall at 30 North Main Street and on the Borough website according to the
regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Meeting is now open to the public for comment. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has
been instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Clerk acknowledges you
state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a maximum
of 2 minutes.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Work Session Meeting - November 24, 2025
2. Regular Meeting - December 1, 2025
3. Regular Meeting - December 29, 2025
APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES (FOR CONTENT BUT NOT FOR RELEASE)
4. Closed Session - November 24, 2025
5. Closed Session - November 25, 2025
6. Closed Session - December 29, 2025
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
7. Ordinance 2026-1 - An Ordinance Increasing Rates Charged by the Pennington Borough Water
and Sewer Utility, and Amending the Code of the Borough of Pennington
8. Ordinance 2026-2 - Ordinance Gove
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January 6, 2025
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Pennington Borough Council
Regular Meeting – January 6, 202 6
M ayor Davy called the Regular Meeting of the Borough Council to order at 7: 43 pm following the
Reorganization Meeting . The meeting was held via Zoom. Borough Clerk Betty Sterling call e d the roll with
Council Members Angarone, Chandler, Kassler-Taub, Rubenstein , Stern and Valenza in attendance .
Also present w ere Borough Clerk Betty Sterling, Borough Attorney Walter Bliss , Borough Administrator GP
Caminiti, Sandra Webb, Public Works Superintendent Rick Smith and Lieutenant Daryl Burroughs .
M ayor Davy announced that notice of this meeting has been given to the Hopewell Valley News, Trenton
Times, Trentonian and was posted on the bulletin board at Borough Hall and on the Borough web-site
according to the regulations of the Open Public Meetings Act.
Open to the Public
Mayor Davy read the following statement .
The meeting is now open to the public for comments. In an effort to provide everyone interested an
opportunity to address his or her comments to the Governing Body, a public comment time limit has been
instituted for each speaker. Please raise your hand and when the Borough Administrator acknowledges
you state your name and address for the record. Please limit comments to the Governing Body to a
maximum of 2 minutes.
There were no comments from the public.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Council Member Chandler made a motion to approve the minutes of the November 24
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