Ridgewood, New Jersey
Ridgewood New Jersey average (US Census ACS)
Population26,076
Per-capita income$98,259
Median home value$882,700
Typical home value $1,264,894 +8.6% yr/yr · +46.2% 5-yr
Próximas reuniones
Thu Jul 23, 2026
Green Ridgewood
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GREEN RIDGEWOOD AGENDA
Ju ly 23 , 2026 , 7 :30-9: 30 PM
THE STABLE – ARTS & CRAFT ROOM (DOWNSTAIRS)
Administration
1. Welcome and Attendee Introductions
2. Approve June 4 th meeting minutes.
Updates/Discussion /Strategy
3. Chair Report , Green Ridgewood h ighlights (David) – 2 minutes
4. Village Council Liaison Report ( Pam ) – 10 minutes
5. Resource Management & Conservation Subcommittee (Peter, Pam) – 20 minutes
a. Skip the Stuff – Public Outreach
b. Leaf Blower Transition – New Approach
c. Food Scrap Expansion
d. Micro/Nano Plastics – Responsible Environmental Construction (Zoom with Lois
Kraus & Brian Thompson).
6. Saddle River Watershed Alliance/NJ Regional Planning Grant (David, Pam) – 10 minutes
a. Application Process
b. Next Steps
c. Future role of Saddle River Watershed Alliance
7. Potential New Columbia University Study (Alina , David ) – 10 minutes
8. Rutgers Climate Symposium and Report from State Climatologist ( David)- 5 minutes
9. Green Team Report – (Geri ) – 5 minutes
10. Students Update: Future Projects ( Anika, Devyn ): -5 minutes
11. Green Building/Sustainabil ity Subcommittee : Climate Planning Grant (David, Justin,
Pam) – 1 5 minutes
a. Process /Opportunity
b. Key topic areas to be studied
c. Public Meeting, VC Resolution
d. Application Completion
12. Artificial Turf/Grass Fields (David, Pam, All) – 15 minutes
a. RHS Student Research
b. Dr. Sarah Evans Webinar
c. Discussion of Issue, next steps
13. Communications Subcommittee (Justin) – 5 minutes
a. So
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Tue Aug 4, 2026
Fields Committee
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AGENDA FIELDS 8.4.2026
RIDGEWOOD FIELDS WORKING GROUP
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 8:00 am
Ed Center-2nd Floor Board Room
Agenda
www.ridgewoodnj.net
I. Roll Call - RHS Athletics, RBSA, RLA, RJFA, RASA, RSA, Maroons Club, BOE Liaison, PRC Liaison,
Village Council Liaison, Rebels/Biddy Basketball, Community School, RJW, BOE Facilities Director,
Village Member at large, Hoops Club, Open Space Liaison, Roller Hockey
II. Approval of Minutes – June 2, 2026
III. Monello Field Work/BOE Closures-R. Matthews
IV. Schedler Property/Update – S. Winograd
V. Field Closure Notification – D. Wilde/R. Matthews
• Last minute field changes
VI. 2026 Fall Schedule
• RHS Varsity Sports
• Youth Sports Organizations
• New requests/programs
VII. Fields Group/ Member Reports
• RHS Athletics-K. Cook
o RHS Hall of Fame Inductees 10/24
o Requests field dimensions
• RBSA-S. Muller
• RLA-K. Springer
• RJFA-J. Perrapato
• RASA - P. Holmes
• RSA-T. Trubac
• Rebels/Biddy Basketball - J. Cosgrove
• Hoops Basketball – P. Thomas
• Maroons-J. Feeney
• BOE-M. Micale
• VOR-S. Winograd
VIII. FIFA World Cup Watch Party-Review-P. Coopersmith
IX. 2026 Summer Projects/Update
• Scoreboard Installation/Maple Park
• RHS Tennis Court Renovation
• Monello Field Work/BOE
• Skatepark Resurfacing
• Other
X. Fields Group/Contact Listing/updates required
• Annual Submission of Required Documents
Join the Zoom Meeting
https://www.rpsnj.us/page/fields-committee
XI. Facility Maintenance Requests
• July 28, 2026 Secon
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Reuniones recientes
Tue Jul 21, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026 has been canceled
The Ridgewood Planning Board announced that the public meeting and work session set for Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall Courtroom was canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 4, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in the same location. No agenda items were presented for the canceled meeting.
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131 N. MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ 07450
PLANNING BOARD
PLANNING BOARD
AMENDMENT TO MEETING SCHEDULE
CANCELED: July 21, 2026
In accordance with the provisions of the "Open Public Meetings Act," please be advised that the
PLANNING BOARD public meeting and work session for TUESDAY, JULY 21 , 2026 , in the
VILLAGE HALL COURT ROOM, 4th Floor, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ
beginning at 7:30 p.m. has been canceled.
The next regular meeting will be held on August 4, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall Courtroom, 4 th
Floor, 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ.
All meetings of the Ridgewood Planning Board (i.e., official public meetings, work session meetings, pre-
meeting assemblies and special meetings) are public meetings, which are always open to members of the
general public.
cc: PB Members
Ridgewood News
The Record
Village Clerk
Village Bulletin Board
Village Website
Thu Jul 16, 2026
Citizens Safety Advisory Committee
Citizens Safety Advisory Committee meets July 16, 2026
The committee will review updates regarding e-bikes, sight triangle obstructions, and incident reporting. Discussions also include speeding on Bellair Road and the development of a digital display map.
- E-bike updates (RPD)
- Sight Triangle Obstruction locations updates (Engineering)
- Incident/Accident Reporting updates (RPD)
- West End Ave./Bellair Road area speeding concerns
- Digital display map proposal
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CSAC MEETING AGENDA
Ju ly 16 , 2026 – 7:00 PM
SENIOR LOUNGE, VILLAGE HALL
I. CSAC PROTOCOL STATEMENT
II. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
a. Advisory Comments
III. OLD BUSINESS
a. E-bikes updates (RPD)
b. Sight Triangle Obstruction locations updates (Engineering)
c. Incident/Accident Reporting updates (RPD)
d. Social Media (Bamberg)
e. CBDAC update (Rahman)
f. West End Ave./Bellair Road area (RPD, Engineering)
i. Speeding on Bellair Road
IV. NEW BUSINESS
a. Digital display map
V. NEW IDEAS
VI. ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT SCHEDULED CSAC MEETING: September 17,
2026, AT 7:00 PM (SENIOR LOUNGE)
VII. ADJOURNMENT
VIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Village Council to approve $4.7 M water main contract and $728 k water bond
The Ridgewood Village Council will consider several water‑related contracts, including a $4,723,000 award for 2026 distribution main improvements and a $500,000‑per‑year lease of tank space at Glen Avenue. The council will also adopt the Water Capital Bond Ordinance that appropriates up to $728,000 for storage tank renovations, corrosion control, and well improvements. Additional items include financial report acceptance, ordinance introductions, and various resolutions and amendments.
- Water Capital Bond Ordinance – Storage Tank Renovations/Corrosion Control (NTE $728,000)
- Award Contract – 2026 Distribution Main Improvements (NTE $4,723,000) to Montana Construction Corporation, Inc.
- Award Contract – Lease of Tank and Ground Space at Glen Avenue Water Tank to World Class Wireless, LLC ($500,000 per year)
- Award Sole Source Contract – SCADA System Programming, Wiring and Startup Services (NTE $21,544.22) to Emerson Process Management Power & Water Solutions
- Authorize Shared Services Agreement – Road resurfacing/repaving with the Borough of Midland Park after raw water main installation
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Village Council meetings are available with participants at remote locations, connecting to
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Members of the public are invited to view meetings live using Zoom, which also allows them to
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Comments as well as during Public Hearings , during the meeting.
Please click the link below to join the virtual meeting:
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V IL L A G E O F R ID G E W O O D
V IL L A G E C O U N C IL
R E G U L A R P U B L IC M E E T IN G
J U L Y 1 5 , 2 0 2 6
7 :3 0 P .M .
1 . C a ll to O rd e r - M a y o r
2 . S ta te m e n t o f C o m p lia n c e w ith th e O p e n P u b lic M e e tin g s A c t
3 . R o ll C a ll - V illa g e C le rk
4 . F la g S a lu te
5 . A c c e p ta n c e o f F in a n c ia l R e p o rts
6 . A p p ro v a l o f M in u te s
7 . P ro c la m a tio n s
P ro c la im Ju ly a s D isa b ility P rid e M o n th
8. Recognize Ridgewood Varsit y Baseball 2026 State Champions
Ga vin McCrone Brody P errapato Ja ck Gazzini Andr ew Mueller
Brady Ros s Geon Rhee Luca Sorabella Will Ardito
Ryan Nitch Alex Zyncz enko Garcia R eilly Bell
Alex DeAn gelo Hudson Feeney Ethan Chung
T J Fisse Beau Wiatrak Luke P
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Wed Jul 15, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Council to award $4.7M water main contract, introduce bond ordinance
The council will vote on a consent agenda awarding a $4.7M contract for 2026 distribution main improvements and introducing a water capital bond ordinance for storage tank renovations and corrosion control. Other actions include approving a $500k/year lease for a Glen Avenue water tank, a $464k contract for South Pleasant Avenue resurfacing, and a $456k crossing guard services contract. Public hearings are scheduled for ordinances on land use, taxicabs, elevator fire keys, and fee changes, plus a $1.5M emergency appropriation for reassessment costs.
- Award $4,723,000 contract to Montana Construction for 2026 water main improvements
- Introduce bond ordinance 4105 for water storage tank renovations and corrosion control
- Approve Glen Avenue water tank lease to World Class Wireless for $500,000/year
- Award $464,193.59 contract to Smith-Sondy Asphalt for South Pleasant Avenue resurfacing Phase 2
- Award $456,165 contract for crossing guard services for 2026-2027 school year
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Comments as well as during Public Hearings , during the meeting.
Please click the link below to join the virtual meeting:
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R E G U L A R P U B L IC M E E T IN G
J U L Y 1 5 , 2 0 2 6
7 :3 0 P .M .
1 . C a ll to O rd e r - M a y o r
2 . S ta te m e n t o f C o m p lia n c e w ith th e O p e n P u b lic M e e tin g s A c t
3 . R o ll C a ll - V illa g e C le rk
4 . F la g S a lu te
5 . A c c e p ta n c e o f F in a n c ia l R e p o rts
6 . A p p ro v a l o f M in u te s
7 . P ro c la m a tio n s
P ro c la im Ju ly a s D isa b ility P rid e M o n th
8. Recognize Boys Varsity Baseball 2026 State Champions
9 . Recognize Boys Varsity Lacrosse 2026 State Champi ons
1 0 . Recognize Girls Varsity Lacrosse 2026 St ate Cha mp ions
11 . Swearing-in of Police Officers
a. David DeNicola
b. John Riker
c. Brian Skettini
1 2 . Announcement of Polic
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Wed Jul 15, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Ridgewood Village Council holds special public meeting
The agenda for this special public meeting consists of procedural items and general discussion. No specific votes or ordinances are listed for decision.
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A G E N D A
V IL L A G E C O U N C IL
S P E C IA L P U B L IC M E E T IN G
J U L Y 1 5 , 2 0 2 6
7 :0 0 P .M .
1 . C a ll to O rd e r - M a y o r
2 . S ta te m e n t o f C o m p lia n c e w ith th e O p e n P u b lic M e e tin g A c t
M A Y O R : "A d e q u a te n o tic e o f th is m e e tin g h a s b e e n p ro v id e d b y a p o stin g o n
th e b u lle tin b o a rd in V illa g e H a ll, b y m a il to th e R id g e w o o d N e w s,
T h e R e c o rd , a n d b y su b m issio n to a ll p e rso n s e n title d to sa m e a s
p ro v id e d b y la w o f a sc h e d u le in c lu d in g th e d a te a n d tim e o f th is
m e e tin g ."
3 . R o ll C a ll - V illa g e C le rk
4 . C o m m e n ts fro m th e P u b lic (N o t to E x c e e d 3 M in u te s p e r P e rso n )
5 . D isc u ssio n o f Ju ly 1 5 , 2 0 2 6 A g e n d a
6 . D isc u ssio n o f O th e r V illa g e C o u n c il B u sin e ss
7 . A d jo u rn m e n t
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
July 14 Zoning Board meeting canceled
The Ridgewood Zoning Board of Adjustment has canceled its July 14, 2026, public meeting. Two applications—Chestnut VD Holdings LLC (304 South Van Dien Avenue) and Ming-Wai Seuffert (136 Pershing Avenue)—are postponed to later dates without further notice. The next scheduled meeting is July 28, 2026.
- Chestnut VD Holdings LLC, 304 South Van Dien Avenue, Block 4107, Lot 17.01, carried to August 11, 2026
- Ming-Wai Seuffert, 136 Pershing Avenue, Block 3404, Lot 14, carried to July 28, 2026
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131 N. MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ 07450
Jane Wondergem
Planning/Zoning Board Secretary
201-670-5500 x2240
[email protected]
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AMENDMENT TO MEETING SCHEDULE
CANCELED: July 14, 2026
In accordance with the provisions of the "Open Public Meetings Act," please be advised that the
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT public me eting and work session s for TUESDAY, July 14, 2026, which
was to be held at 7: 30 p.m. in the Village Hall Courtroom, 4 th Floor, 131 North Maple Avenue,
Ridgewood, NJ, has been canceled.
The CHESTNUT VD HOLDINGS LLC , 304 South Van Dien A venue, Bloc k 4107, Lot 17.01,
application will be carried to August 11, 2026, without further notice.
The MING-WAI SEUFFERT, 136 Pershing Avenue, Block 3404, Lot 14, application will be carried
to July 28, 2026, without further notice.
The next regularly scheduled Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting is Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 7:30
p.m. in the Village Hall Courtroom, 4th Floor, 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ.
All meetings of the Ridgewood Zoning Board of Adjustment (i.e., official public meetings, work session
meetings, pre-meeting assemblies and special meetings) are public meetings which are always open to
members of the general public.
cc: ZB Members
Ridgewood News
The Record
Village Clerk
Village Bulletin Board
Village Website
Mon Jul 13, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Commission reviews sign and exterior changes for three local businesses
The Historic Preservation Commission will review applications for signage and exterior modifications. The body will consider changes to awnings, paint, and signs for businesses on Prospect Street, Garber Square, and E. Ridgewood Avenue.
- Grill & Greens, 36 Prospect Street: sign and awning fabric change
- The Madison Rose, 2-4 Garber Square: window sign and paint color change
- Ridgewood Eye Care & Wear, 160 E. Ridgewood Avenue: new sign
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
131 N. MAPLE AVENUE Phone: (201) 670-5500 X 240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450 Fax: (201) 670-7305
MONDAY, July 13, 2026
Public Meeting
CAUCUS ROOM, 4TH LEVEL, 7:30 P.M.
1. Call to orde r & Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meetings Act : –
Adequate notice of the list of 2026 Historic Preservation Commission meetings has
been provided to the Village Clerk’s office and posted on the Village of Ridgewood
website and was prominently posted on the bulletin board in the entry lobby of the
Village Hall.
2. Roll Call: Ferrante, Tsapatsaris, Summerville, Bra dy, Giuliani, Latham, Paredes,
Fuhrman
3. Adoption of Minutes: June 8, 2026; June 22, 2026
4. Applicants for Review:
➢ Grill & Greens, 36 Prospect Street – Sign and change in awning fabric
➢ The Madison Rose, 2-4 Garber Square – Window sign and change in
paint color
➢ Ridgewood Eye Care & Wear, 160 E. Ridgewood Avenue – new sign
5. Discussion items:
6. Adjournment
Thu Jul 9, 2026
Open Space Committee
Finalizar los principios rectores y el financiamiento para la adquisición de espacios abiertos
El Comité de Espacios Abiertos finalizará los principios rectores para la adquisición de espacios abiertos y un enfoque de asignación de fondos. También discutirán la gestión de parques, los eventos de julio y posibles propiedades para adquisición. La reunión incluye comentarios públicos e informes de enlace.
- Finalizar los principios rectores para la adquisición de espacios abiertos
- Finalizar el enfoque de asignación de fondos
- Discusión sobre posibles propiedades de adquisición y la implementación de criterios
- Actualización sobre la gestión de parques y los eventos de julio
- Visión para el futuro y revisión del documento RMX
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Village of Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation
OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE AGENDA
Ju ly 9th , 2026, at 7 :00pm
The Stable
Agenda
www.ridgewoodnj.net
I. Public Comment – 3 minutes per Person /30 Minutes T otal
II. Approval of June Meeting Notes
III. Liaison Reports
IV. P ark Stewardship – Park Improvements
Ju ly Events
V. Finalize Guiding Principles for Open Space Acquisition
VI. Finalize Funding Allocation Approach
VII. Finding Acquisition Properties
VIII. Potential Properties/Criteria Implementation
IX. Vision for Future
RMX Document
Council Meeting(s)
Next Meeting: September 10th , 2026 - 7 :00pm at the Stable
Wed Jul 8, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Concejo votará sobre contratos del sistema de agua y una ordenanza de bonos de capital para tanques de almacenamiento
El Concejo de Ridgewood Village se reunió el 8 de julio de 2026 a través de Zoom y teléfono. La agenda incluyó múltiples acciones relacionadas con el agua, tales como contratos para la programación de SCADA, mejoras en la red de distribución y una Ordenanza de Bonos de Capital de Agua para renovaciones de tanques de almacenamiento y control de corrosión. El concejo también consideró enmiendas a la ordenanza de estacionamiento, contratos de resurfacing de carreteras financiados por subvenciones y cambios de política sobre estacionamiento, uso de herramientas eléctricas y remoción de nieve. Otros puntos trataron sobre solicitudes de subvenciones, el nombramiento de un agente de vivienda asequible y un acuerdo de prevención de incendios con Midland Park.
- Adjudicación de Contrato de Fuente Única – Sistema SCADA – Servicios de Programación, Cableado y Puesta en Marcha
- Ordenanza de Bonos de Capital de Agua – Renovaciones/Reemplazos de Tanques de Almacenamiento y Tratamientos de Control de Corrosión
- Enmienda al Capítulo 265 – Vehículos y Tráfico – Estacionamiento en Pease Library
- Adjudicación de Contrato – Subvención de NJDOT – Resurfacing de South Pleasant Avenue – Fase 2
- Autorizar la Ejecución del Acuerdo con Midland Park – Cumplimiento de Prevención de Incendios – Kuiken Enterprises, Inc.
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Village Council meeting s a re available with participants at remote locations, connecting to
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Members of the public are invited to view meetings live using Zoom, which also allows them to
“ raise a h and ” and contribute with voice and video when they are invited to do so during Public
Comments as well as during Public Hearings during the meeting.
Please click the link below to join the virtual meeting:
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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
JULY 8 , 202 6
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “ Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a po sting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News , The Record , and by submission to all
persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and time of this
meeting , and as per P.L. 2025, Chapter 72, was also posted on the Village of Ridgewood ’s
Legal Notices page at ridgewoodnj.net."
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag S alute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 4 0 Minutes in Total )
6. Village Manager ’s Report
7. Village Council Rep orts
7a. Presentation
Green Ridge
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Wed Jul 8, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Concejo vota para entrar en una sesión cerrada por asuntos de personal y legales
El Concejo de Ridgewood Village lleva a cabo una reunión pública especial. Después de un llamado al orden, una declaración de cumplimiento, el pase de lista y breves comentarios públicos, el concejo votará una resolución para entrar en una sesión cerrada. La sesión cerrada abordará asuntos de personal para juntas y comités, así como cuestiones legales relacionadas con el Special Improvement District y la Ridgewood Business Alliance. Posteriormente, se levantará la sesión.
- Llamado al orden
- Declaración de cumplimiento con la Ley de Reuniones Públicas Abiertas
- Comentarios públicos (máximo 3 minutos por persona)
- Resolución para entrar en Sesión Cerrada
- Agenda de la Sesión Cerrada: Personal – Juntas y Comités; Legal – Special Improvement District / Ridgewood Business Alliance
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V I L L A G E C O U N C I L
S P E C I A L P U B L I C M E E T I N G
J U L Y 8 , 2 0 2 6
6 : 0 0 P . M .
1 . C a l l t o O r d e r - M a y o r
2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g A c t
M A Y O R : " A d e q u a t e n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g h a s b e e n p r o v i d e d
b y a p o s t i n g o n t h e b u l l e t i n b o a r d i n V i l l a g e H a l l ,
b y m a i l t o t h e R i d g e w o o d N e w s , T h e R e c o r d , a n d b y
s u b m i s s i o n t o a l l p e r s o n s e n t i t l e d t o s a m e a s p r o v i d e d
b y l a w o f a s c h e d u l e i n c l u d i n g t h e d a t e a n d t i m e o f
t h i s m e e t i n g , a n d a s p e r P . L . 2 0 2 5 , C h a p t e r 7 2 , w a s
a l s o p o s t e d o n t h e V i l l a g e o f R i d g e w o o d ’ s L e g a l N o t i c e s
p a g e a t r i d g e w o o d n j . n e t . "
3 . R o l l C a l l
4 . C o m m e n t s f r o m t h e P u b l i c ( N o t t o e x c e e d 3 m i n u t e s p e r p e r s o n )
5 . R e s o l u t i o n t o g o i n t o C l o s e d S e s s i o n
6 . C l o s e d S e s s i o n
a . P e r s o n n e l – B o a r d s a n d C o m m i t t e e s
b . L e g a l – S p e c i a l I m p r o v e m e n t D i s t r i c t / R i d g e w o o d B u s i n e s s
A l l i a n c e
7 . A d j o u r n m e n t
Tue Jul 7, 2026
Planning Board
La Junta de Planificación revisa la ordenanza propuesta sobre los estándares de uso institucional
La Junta de Planificación de Ridgewood revisará la Ordenanza propuesta #4099, que modifica el Capítulo 190 (Uso y Desarrollo de la Tierra) para alterar los estándares de uso condicional para usos institucionales. La reunión también incluye comentarios públicos, actualizaciones de comités y la adopción de las actas del 5 de mayo de 2026.
- Revisión de la Ordenanza #4099 – modificación de la Sección 190-123(B) sobre los estándares de uso condicional para usos institucionales
- Comentarios públicos sobre temas que no están pendientes ante la junta
- Adopción de las actas del 5 de mayo de 2026
- Posible sesión ejecutiva
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
PLANNING BOARD
131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE PHONE: (201) 670-5500 x 2240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450
PLANNING BOARD
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE/AGENDA
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Village Hall Court Room - 7:30 P.M.
(all timeframes and the order of agenda items below are approximate and subject to change)
1. 7:30 p.m. - Call to Order, Statement of Compliance, Flag Salute, Roll Call - In accordance with the provisions of
Section 10:4-8d of the Open Public Meetings Act, the date, location, and time of the commencement of this
meeting is reflected in a meeting notice, a copy of which schedule has been filed with the Village Manager and
the Village Clerk, The Ridgewood News and The Record newspapers, and posted on the bulletin board in the
entry lobby of the Village municipal offices at 131 North Maple Avenue , and on the Village website , all in
accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act.
2. 7:35 p.m. – 7:40 p.m. – Public Comments on Topics not Pending Before the Board
3. 7:40 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. – Committee/Commission/Professional Updates for Non Agenda Topics;
Correspondence Received by the Board
4. 7:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. – Review of proposed Ordinance #4099 – An Ordinance to amend Chapter 190, Land Use
and Development, at Section 190-123(B), to modify the Conditional Use Standards for Institutional Uses.
5. 8:15 p.m. – 8:20 p.m. – Adoption of Minutes: May 5, 2026
6. 8:20 p.m. – Executive Sessi
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Thu Jun 25, 2026
Community Center Advisory Board
Presentación de mejoras del Centro Comunitario con detalles de presupuesto ampliado
La Junta Asesora del Centro Comunitario votará sobre las actas de la reunión de mayo y los informes del tesorero, y luego escuchará una presentación sobre las mejoras del Centro Comunitario con un presupuesto ampliado, con la participación del Director de Parques y Recreación y el Gerente de la Villa. La junta también discutirá las ubicaciones de los programas de recreación durante la construcción y analizará los resultados de una recaudación de fondos reciente.
- Votación para aprobar las actas de mayo y los informes del tesorero para CCORF y Taub Foundation
- Presentación de mejoras del Centro Comunitario con detalles de presupuesto ampliado
- Discusión de las posibilidades de ubicación de los programas de recreación durante el período de construcción
- Análisis de la recaudación de fondos: ganancias, gastos, ingresos netos, próximos pasos
- Artículos de tecnología: renovación de Go Daddy, renovación de 4agoodcause, posible cambio de TSYS a Fiserv
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AGENDA
Community Center Advisory Board Meeting
Thursday, June 25 , 2026
4 :00 - 5 :00 pm. Garden Room – Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Avenue
4 :00 Call to Order
Vote to Approve May ’s Minutes
Vote to Approve Treasurer ’s Reports, CCORF and Taub Foundation.
1. Community Center Improvement Presentation with expanded budget details, joined by
Parks & Recs. Director and Village Manager in attendance.
2. Discuss Recreation Program Location Possibilities during construction period.
Need a volunteer to assist Deanna.
3 . Thank You to Community Center Foundation Members for Successful Fundraiser!
Debrief -- Profits, Expenses , Net Proceeds .
Attendance, Donors, New Users, Energy, Communication,
Next Steps: Post Event photos. Follow-up with donors. Thank You ’s?
Lessons learned … .
4 . Deanna spoke with Nathen from Swipesum; Many fees! My account was deleted.
5 . Did Go Daddy Renew on June 12, 2026 ? 4agoodcause Renews on May 20, 2026 ?
Will we switch from TSYS to Fiserv?
6. Committee Reports:
Village Business
Age - Friendly
Civic Youth Corps Members –
PRC
ADJOURN – Next Meeting , Thursday, September 17 , 2026
Wed Jun 24, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Consejo del Pueblo aprueba una subvención de $10,000 de Keep America Beautiful
El Consejo del Pueblo de Ridgewood adoptará varias resoluciones que autorizan subvenciones y acuerdos. Los ítems incluyen aceptar una subvención de $10,000 de Keep America Beautiful, un acuerdo de uso temporal de 20 East Ridgewood Avenue el 4 de julio y renovar la participación en los programas de desarrollo comunitario, inversión HOME y soluciones de emergencia. El consejo también nombrará a David T. Pfund como Juez del Tribunal Municipal por un periodo que va del 1 de julio de 2026 al 30 de junio de 2029.
- Resolución 26-182 – Aceptar subvención de $10,000 de Keep America Beautiful para la prevención de basura de cigarros y reciclaje
- Resolución 26-183 – Autorizar uso temporal de 20 East Ridgewood Avenue el 4 de julio por el Comité de Acceso de Ridgewood
- Resolución 26-184 – Renovar la participación en los programas de Subvención de Desarrollo Comunitario, Alianza de Inversión HOME y Subvención de Soluciones de Emergencia (1 de julio de 2025 – 30 de junio de 2028)
- Resolución 26-185 – Renovar la participación en los mismos programas de subvenciones para los ejercicios fiscales de 2025, 2026 y 2027
- Resolución 26-186 – Nombrar al Juez del Tribunal Municipal David T. Pfund (periodo 7/1/2026 – 6/30/2029)
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V I L L A G E O F R I D G E W O O D
V I L L A G E C O U N C I L
S P E C I A L P U B L I C M E E T I N G
J U N E 2 4 , 2 0 2 6
7 : 3 0 P . M .
1 . C a l l t o O r d e r - M a y o r
2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g A c t
M A Y O R : " A d e q u a t e n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g h a s b e e n p r o v i d e d
b y a p o s t i n g o n t h e b u l l e t i n b o a r d i n V i l l a g e H a l l ,
b y m a i l t o t h e R i d g e w o o d N e w s , T h e R e c o r d , a n d b y
s u b m i s s i o n t o a l l p e r s o n s e n t i t l e d t o s a m e a s
p r o v i d e d b y l a w o f a s c h e d u l e i n c l u d i n g t h e d a t e
a n d t i m e o f t h i s m e e t i n g . "
3 . R o l l C a l l
4 . C o m m
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Wed Jun 24, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Consejo decidirá contratos para vehículos, proyectos de agua y trabajadores sociales
El Consejo del Pueblo celebrará un taller público para discutir y autorizar varios ítems presupuestarios y de operaciones, incluidos los contratos de servicios profesionales para modelado hidráulico de agua y consultoría energética, compras de vehículos, un contrato de trabajador social y un programa piloto de tarjeta de adquisición. La reunión también incluye una reunión pública especial con un orden del día separado, seguida de una sesión cerrada para discusiones legales sobre evaluaciones especiales, apelaciones de impuestos hospitalarios y la propiedad Schedler.
- Aceptación de la subvención – Programa de Prevención de Basura de Cigarrillos y Reciclaje Keep America Beautiful
- Autorización de Acuerdo de Uso Temporal – 20 East Ridgewood Avenue por el Comité ACCESS el 4 de julio
- Concesión del Contrato de Servicios Profesionales – Modelado Hidráulico para Ridgewood Water
- Concesión del Contrato – Suministro y Entrega de Servicios de Guardaparques
- Autorización de la Implementación del Programa Piloto de Tarjeta de Adquisición (P-Card)
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Comments as well as during Public Hearings during the meeting.
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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
JUNE 24 , 202 6
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “ Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News , The Record , and by submission to all
persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and time of this
meeting , and as per P.L. 2025, Chapter 72, w as also posted on the Village of Ridgewood ’s
Legal Notices page at ridgewoodnj.net."
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag S alute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 4 0 Minutes in Total )
6. Village Manager ’s Report
7. Village Council R eports
8. Discussion:
a. Budget
1.
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Wed Jun 24, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Concejo entrará en sesión cerrada para nombramientos de juntas
El Concejo del Pueblo llevará a cabo una reunión pública especial que contará con comentarios públicos, seguidos de una sesión cerrada para discutir nombramientos de personal para diversas juntas y comités. No hay otros asuntos sustantivos en la agenda.
- Sesión cerrada para nombramientos de personal en juntas y comités
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V I L L A G E C O U N C I L
S P E C I A L P U B L I C M E E T I N G
J U N E 2 4 , 2 0 2 6
7 : 0 0 P . M .
1 . C a l l t o O r d e r - M a y o r
2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g A c t
M A Y O R : " A d e q u a t e n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g h a s b e e n p r o v i d e d
b y a p o s t i n g o n t h e b u l l e t i n b o a r d i n V i l l a g e H a l l ,
b y m a i l t o t h e R i d g e w o o d N e w s , T h e R e c o r d , a n d b y
s u b m i s s i o n t o a l l p e r s o n s e n t i t l e d t o s a m e a s p r o v i d e d
b y l a w o f a s c h e d u l e i n c l u d i n g t h e d a t e a n d t i m e o f
t h i s m e e t i n g , a n d a s p e r P . L . 2 0 2 5 , C h a p t e r 7 2 , w a s
a l s o p o s t e d o n t h e V i l l a g e o f R i d g e w o o d ’ s L e g a l N o t i c e s
p a g e a t r i d g e w o o d n j . n e t . "
3 . R o l l C a l l
4 . C o m m e n t s f r o m t h e P u b l i c ( N o t t o e x c e e d 3 m i n u t e s p e r p e r s o n )
5 . R e s o l u t i o n t o g o i n t o C l o s e d S e s s i o n
6 . C l o s e d S e s s i o n
P e r s o n n e l – A p p o i n t m e n t s t o B o a r d s / C o m m i t t e e s
7 . A d j o u r n m e n t
Tue Jun 23, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Variaciones para la expansión de la Iglesia West Side Presbyterian en la agenda
La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Ridgewood escuchará una solicitud continuada de la Iglesia West Side Presbyterian para la aprobación preliminar y final del plan maestro del sitio, una variación de uso y varias variaciones relacionadas para expandir el establo existente y añadir mejoras al sitio en 6 South Monroe Street. La junta también discutirá una solicitud para extender la aprobación de una variación para una propiedad en 314 Wastena Terrace. La reunión incluye audiencias públicas y comentarios de los miembros de la junta.
- Solicitud de la Iglesia West Side Presbyterian para el plan maestro del sitio y múltiples variaciones en 6 South Monroe Street (continuada desde el 28 de abril)
- Variación de uso y variación de uso condicional para la expansión de un uso no conforme preexistente
- Variación del índice de área de piso y variaciones relacionadas para la adición del establo, cuenca de biorretención, patio delantero, laberinto y mejoras del estacionamiento
- Discusión de la solicitud de extensión de la aprobación de la variación para Hoag en 314 Wastena Terrace
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.
Call to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Statement required by the Open Public Meeting Act “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board in the Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News,
The Record and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule
including date and time of this meeting”.
Please note: A curfew of 11:00 PM is strictly adhered to by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of
the Village of Ridgewood. No new matter involving an Applicant will be started after 10:30 PM.
At 10:00 PM the Chairman will make a determination and advise Applicants as to whether they
will be heard. If an Applicant cannot be heard because of the lateness of the hour, the matter will
be carried over to a future meeting to be determined by the Board at 10:00 PM.
Roll call
Minutes:
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments
Members of the public comments
Public hearings
Old Business:
WEST SIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF RIDGEWOOD NEW JERSEY – An application for
preliminary an d final major site plan approval , for a use variance , for an expansion of a
preexisting, nonconforming use, for a conditional use variance, for a floor area r atio variance,
and for related variances to rehabilitate and construct addition to the existing barn , install a
bioretention basin with boulde
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board
La junta de parques discutirá la prohibición de bicicletas eléctricas en los parques y las tarifas de las instalaciones interiores
La Junta de Parques, Recreación y Conservación llevará a cabo una reunión de reorganización y discutirá una propuesta de prohibición de bicicletas eléctricas en los parques. La junta también revisará el programa de uso y tarifas de las instalaciones interiores del Village, recibirá actualizaciones sobre proyectos de primavera/verano completados y próximos, y aceptará la renuncia de la miembro de la junta Kate Heighington.
- Discusión sobre la prohibición de bicicletas eléctricas en los parques (asuntos nuevos)
- Revisión del programa de uso y tarifas de las instalaciones interiores del Village
- El reasfaltado del skatepark en Maple Park está programado para el 20 de julio de 2026
- Actualización del diseño del Premier Community Center (6 de julio de 2026)
- Renuncia de la miembro de la junta Kate Heighington
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07450Village of Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation
PARKS, RECREATIO N, AND CONSERVATION REORGANIZATION BOARD MEETING
June 23 , 202 6 at 7:30 pm /Agenda , the Stable
AGENDA PRC Board 4.28.26
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I. Correspondence
II. Approval of April 28 , 2026 Meeting Minutes
III. PRC Board – Liaison/Committee Reports
Village Council – F. Mortimer
Board of Ed – S. Brogan
Open Space Committee – J. Morgan
Fields Committee – C. Holt
Shade Tree Commission – K. Heighington
Green Ridgewood – J. Buckley
Community Center Advisory Board - L. Kloa k
Ridgewood Beautification Team - N. Bigos
IV. Resignation of Kate Heighington
V. Indoor Village of Ridgewood Facility use/Fee Schedule
VI. PRC Board Visibility and Community Outreach
VII. Rain Garden Projects – Saturday May 2, 2026 /Complete
Veterans Field
Graydon Pool
Habernickel Park
VIII. Upcoming- Spring /Summer Projects/Update
Sun Shades/Graydon Pool - complete
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07450Village of Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation
PARKS, RECREATIO N, AND CONSERVATION REORGANIZATION BOARD MEETING
June 23 , 202 6 at 7:30 pm /Agenda , the Stable
AGENDA PRC Board 4.28.26
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Community Forestry Management Plan /Shade Tree Commission /6/23
Playground/Kings Pond Park - complete
Pavilion /Kings Pond Park -?
Security Fencing/Graydon Pool - complete
Skatepark Resurfacing/Maple Park – July 20, 2026
Premier Community Center Design -July
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
Shade Tree Commission
La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra escuchará una presentación de forestería y discutirá el alcance en redes sociales
La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra de Ridgewood aprobará las actas de la reunión del 12 de mayo, recibirá actualizaciones de los copresidentes y del enlace del Consejo, y escuchará una presentación de forestería. También discutirán una propuesta para añadir publicaciones regulares en redes sociales sobre solicitudes de reemplazo de árboles callejeros y consejos.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 12 de mayo
- Presentación de forestería
- Informe de progreso del High School Green Team
- Propuesta de publicaciones mensuales en redes sociales sobre solicitudes de reemplazo de árboles callejeros y consejos
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Village of Ridgewood
Shade Tree Commission
June 23rd , 7:30pm
Garden Room, Village Hall
ADMINISTRATION
-Call to order
-M inutes from May 1 2 th meeting to be approved
REPORTS
-U pdates from the co-chairs , summarizing noteworthy developments (Adam/Nancy B-H)
-Update from the Council liaison
- Forestry Presentation
- AAS Ridge (Adam/Nancy)
-High School Green Team progress (Yuna)
-A dding posting to village communications/social media “ Street tree fallen tree/daffodil
fest/door knockers Request replacement from village , tips, trivia done monthly ” (Medhi , K e el in )
PUBLIC COMMENT
Please limit comments to 3 minutes
ADJOURNMENT
N ext meeting, Tuesday, August 11th , at 7:30 pm , Garden Room, Village Hall
Mon Jun 22, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
La Comisión discutirá la expansión del Distrito Histórico del Centro del Pueblo
La Comisión de Preservación Histórica de Ridgewood lleva a cabo una reunión pública especial para revisar tres solicitudes de alteraciones exteriores y discutir una recomendación del plan maestro para expandir el distrito de zonificación del Distrito Histórico del Centro del Pueblo.
- Milkshake Factory, 63 East Ridgewood Avenue – revisión de pintura exterior
- Grill & Greens, 36 Prospect Street – revisión de cambio de letrero y tela de toldo
- Poppy Bakery, 26 Chestnut Street – revisión de letrero
- Discusión de la Recomendación del Plan Maestro HP-6 sobre la expansión del Distrito Histórico del Centro del Pueblo
- Lista de asistencia de los comisionados: Ferrante, Tsapatsaris, Summerville, Brady, Giuliani, Latham, Paredes, Fuhrman
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
131 N. MAPLE AVENUE Phone: (201) 670-5500 X 240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450 Fax: (201) 670-7305
MONDAY, June 22, 2026
Special Public Meeting
CAUCUS ROOM, 4TH LEVEL, 7:00 P.M.
1. Call to orde r & Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meetings Act : –
Adequate notice of the list of 2026 Historic Preservation Commission meetings has
been provided to the Village Clerk’s office and posted on the Village of Ridgewood
website and was prominently posted on the bulletin board in the entry lobby of the
Village Hall.
2. Roll Call: Ferrante, Tsapatsaris, Summerville, Bra dy, Giuliani, Latham, Paredes,
Fuhrman
3. Applicants for Review:
➢ Milkshake Factory, 63 East Ridgewood Avenue – Exterior paint
➢ Grill & Greens, 36 Prospect Street – Sign and change in awning fabric
➢ Poppy Bakery, 26 Chestnut Street - Sign
4. Discussion items:
➢ Master Plan Recommendation HP -6: Discuss the expansion of the
Village Center Historic District zoning district.
5. Adjournment
Thu Jun 18, 2026
Citizens Safety Advisory Committee
El comité de seguridad discutirá el exceso de velocidad en Bellair Road y el tráfico en Hopper Ave
El Citizens Safety Advisory Committee escuchará comentarios del público y recibirá actualizaciones sobre e-bikes, obstrucciones de triángulos de visibilidad y reportes de incidentes. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen la discusión sobre el exceso de velocidad en Bellair Road y preocupaciones de tráfico en Hopper Avenue, Grove Street y Prospect Street. La reunión también cubre la divulgación en redes sociales y la actualización del camino de derecho de vía de PSE&G.
- Actualizaciones de e-bikes del Ridgewood Police Department
- Actualización de ubicaciones de obstrucción de triángulos de visibilidad de Engineering
- Actualización de reportes de incidentes/accidentes de RPD
- Exceso de velocidad en Bellair Road (área de West End Ave/Bellair Road)
- Problemas de tráfico en Hopper Ave, Grove y Prospect Streets
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✓ Decidido: Safety committee reviews traffic studies, no votes taken
The Ridgewood Citizens Safety Advisory Committee met on June 18, 2026, but took no formal votes or substantive decisions. Discussions covered traffic safety proposals on West End Avenue, e-bike enforcement, sight triangle obstruction compliance, and an engineering update including Maple Avenue paving tentatively scheduled for mid-July. Accident reports showed 71 total accidents in May 2026 compared to 67 in May 2025.
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CSAC MEETING AGENDA
June 18 , 2026 – 7:00 PM
SENIOR LOUNGE, VILLAGE HALL
I. CSAC PROTOCOL STATEMENT
II. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
a. Advisory Comments
III. OLD BUSINESS
a. E-bikes updates (RPD)
b. Sight Triangle Obstruction locations updates (Engineering)
c. Incident/Accident Reporting updates (RPD)
d. Social Media (Bamberg)
e. CBDAC update (Rahman)
f. PSE&G Right-of-Way Path (Engineering)
IV. NEW BUSINESS
a. West End Ave. /Bellair Road area (RPD, Engineering)
i. Speeding on Bellair Road
b. Hopper Ave. , Grove and Prospect Streets area traffic (RPD,
Engineering )
V. NEW IDEAS
VI. ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT SCHEDULED CSAC MEETING: September 1 7 ,
2026, AT 7:00 PM (SENIOR LOUNGE)
VII. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jun 16, 2026
Planning Board
Se cancela la reunión del 16 de junio de la Junta de Planificación de Ridgewood
La Junta de Planificación de Ridgewood ha cancelado su reunión pública y sesión de trabajo programadas para el 16 de junio de 2026. La próxima reunión regular está fijada para el 7 de julio de 2026.
- Reunión cancelada; no se realizaron gestiones
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PLANNING BOARD
PLANNING BOARD
AMENDMENT TO MEETING SCHEDULE
CANCELED: June 16, 2026
In accordance with the provisions of the "Open Public Meetings Act," please be advised that the
PLANNING BOARD public meeting and work session for TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 , in the
VILLAGE HALL COURT ROOM, 4th Floor, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ
beginning at 7:30 p.m. has been canceled.
The next regular meeting will be held on July 7, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall Courtroom, 4 th
Floor, 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ.
All meetings of the Ridgewood Planning Board (i.e., official public meetings, work session meetings, pre-
meeting assemblies and special meetings) are public meetings, which are always open to members of the
general public.
cc: PB Members
Ridgewood News
The Record
Village Clerk
Village Bulletin Board
Village Website
Mon Jun 15, 2026
Ridgewood Arts Council
Barbara Monginello solicita la compra de la obra de arte "Sabina" para la exhibición de Adultos Mayores
El Ridgewood Arts Council revisará eventos recientes y discutirá la solicitud de compra de la obra de arte "Sabina" de Janice McDonald para la Exhibición de Arte de Adultos Mayores. El consejo también considerará eventos comunitarios y elementos del calendario próximos, y abordará asuntos organizativos como la reorganización, una nueva presidencia y la búsqueda de subvenciones. La reunión concluirá con una programación para la próxima reunión en septiembre.
- Solicitud de compra de la obra de arte "Sabina" de Janice McDonald (Barbara Monginello, 201-2949654)
- Discusión sobre la planificación del evento de Orgullo
- Documentación de reorganización y transición
- Selección de una nueva presidencia para el consejo
- Discusión sobre la búsqueda de subvenciones para programas de artes
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✓ Decidido: Arts Council elects Gloria Holmes as new chair
The Ridgewood Arts Council held its June 15th meeting, electing Gloria Holmes as the new chair as part of reorganization. The council tabled grant discussion until the fall and set a preliminary calendar for 2026–2027, including the Chalk Festival and a decision to skip the Older Americans Art Exhibit this year. Members also discussed the Pride event and ways to increase membership.
- Elected Gloria Holmes as new chair
- Tabled grant discussion until fall
- Skipped Older Americans Art Exhibit this year
- Set preliminary event calendar including Chalk Festival (Sep 26), Oktoberfest (TBD), Jazz Coffee House (Nov), Downtown for the Holidays (Dec), Valentine's Cookie Decorating Contest (Feb), Children in the Arts (Mar), Fringe Festival (Apr), and Artist Talk folded into Fringe
- Scheduled meeting dates for 2026–2027 from Sep 14, 2026 to Jun 14, 2027
- Decided to make Older Americans Art Exhibit forms electronic and collect artist permissions for email addresses
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Ridgewood Arts Council
June 15th
Rolling Agenda
Present:
Items Notes
Welcome and
Greetings
Events Review Older Americans Art Exhibit
(Barbara Monginello 201-2949654 wants to purchase the artwork entitled
"Sabina" by Janice McDonald)
Pride Event
Next Year
Reorganization
Transition document
New Chair
New Dates
Events and potential calendar:
Chalk Festival
Oktoberfest
Jazz Coffee House
Downtown for the Holidays
Children in the Arts
Artist Talk
Older Americans Art Exhibit
Seeking grants
discussion
Ridgewood Arts
Foundation updates
Next Meeting September
Thu Jun 11, 2026
Central Business District Advisory Committee
El panel del CBD discutirá la aplicación del código con un funcionario de la villa
El Comité Asesor del Distrito Comercial Central (CBD Advisory Committee) aprobará las actas del 14 de mayo y recibirá actualizaciones del consejo de la villa, la cámara de comercio y otros enlaces. Los temas principales de discusión incluyen la aplicación del código en el CBD con la oradora invitada Sharon Grathwohl, los siguientes pasos para el sistema de estacionamiento Parkmobile/Arrive, una actualización de la encuesta de estacionamiento de Walker Associates y la señalización (wayfinding). Los artículos misceláneos cubren el estacionamiento de valet para bicicletas, negocios nuevos y salientes, y el corredor de Franklin Avenue.
- Aprobar las actas de la reunión del CBDAC del 14 de mayo de 2026
- Discusión sobre la aplicación del código con la Ejecutora de Códigos de la Villa Sharon Grathwohl
- Discusión y siguientes pasos de Parkmobile/Arrive con SDP
- Actualización de la encuesta de estacionamiento de Walker Associates y siguientes pasos con Pam
- Señalización (Wayfinding) en el CBD – siguientes pasos con Gary
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June 2026 - Central Business District Advisory Committee ( CBDAC) - Agenda
Thursday, June 11 , 202 6 , 8:30 – 10:00 a .m .
Garden Room – 1 st Floor – Ridgewood Village Hall
Admin :
Approve Minutes : May 14 , 2026 CBDAC meeting
Updates (please keep brief and hold comments until end)
Village Council : Pam
Chamber of Commerce : Glenn /Jill
Ridgewood Guild : Niena
Ridgewood Business Alliance : Stacey
CSAC : Zohaib
CBD Beautification Initiatives: Jeanne
Discussion items:
Code enforcement in the CBD (Guest speaker: Village Code Enforce r Sharon
Grathwohl)
Parkmobile /Arrive discussion & next steps (SDP)
Walker Associates – scope, parking survey update , next steps (Pam )
Wayfinding in the CBD – next steps (Gary)
Miscellaneous : bike valet parking; updates on new /outgoing/incoming CBD
businesses ; Franklin Avenue corridor generally; new blade signs in CBD
Public Comment
Adjourn
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Village Council Liaison – Pamela Perron
Chamber of Commerce Liaison – Jill Opperman ; Ridge wood Guild Liaison – Niena Jerdee
3 Business /Property Owners – Stacey Tsapatsaris (Vice Chair) , Glenn Carlough , Don Alexband
5 Residents – Stephen Del Percio (Chairperson) , Rebecca Tatlock , Zohaib Rahman ( CSAC
liaison ), Gary DiChiara , Steve Aspero
Chie f of Police – Forest Lyons Village Engineer – James McGrath
Wed Jun 10, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Concejo considerará una apropiación de emergencia de $1.5M para la reevaluación de propiedades
El Concejo del Pueblo presentará ordenanzas que incluyen una apropiación especial de emergencia de $1.5 millones para los costos de reevaluación de bienes inmuebles, aumentos de tarifas para el uso de suelo y remoción de tierra, y la estandarización de las llaves de servicio contra incendios de los ascensores. Se han programado audiencias públicas para las tarifas policiales administrativas y las tarifas de los campos atléticos. Una agenda de consentimiento incluye contratos para un Ford F-350, un camión de volteo, un estudio de tarifas de agua y el reemplazo de una válvula de emergencia.
- Presentado: Apropiación Especial de Emergencia para Costos de Reevaluación (NTE $1,500,000)
- Presentado: Enmendar el Capítulo 190 para permitir múltiples usos institucionales y usos accesorios ampliados para Casas de Culto
- Presentado: Estandarización de la Llave de Servicio contra Incendios de Ascensores a Yale 3502, con un período de cumplimiento de 18 meses
- Consentimiento: Adjudicar contrato para Camión de Volteo 2027 (NTE $149,795.40) a Gabrielli Truck Sales
- Consentimiento: Adjudicar contrato de emergencia para el reemplazo de la válvula de 20 pulgadas en Northern Parkway (NTE $109,000) a Conquest Construction
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2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g s A c t
3 . R o l l C a l l - V i l l a g e C l e r k
4 . F l a g S a l u t e
5 . A c c e p t a n c e o f F i n a n c i a l R e p o r t s
6 . A p p r o v a l o f M i n u t e s
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A . P r o c l a i m J u l y 3 0 , 2 0 2 6 N a t i o n a l I n t e r n D a y
B . R e c o g n i z e J u n e t e e n t h
C . R e c o g n i z e R i d g e w o o d a s a B e e C i t y U S A a n d O b s e r v a n c e o f
N a t i o n a l P o l l i n a t o r W e e k
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Wed Jun 10, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Reunión especial del concejo con solo artículos procesales
Esta es una reunión pública especial del Concejo de Ridgewood Village. La agenda contiene solo artículos procesales: llamada al orden, pase de lista, comentarios públicos y discusión de la agenda y otros asuntos del pueblo. No se enumeran ordenanzas, resoluciones, contratos ni audiencias públicas para acción o discusión.
- La reunión es solo procesal; no hay artículos de acción específicos en la agenda
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A G E N D A
V I L L A G E C O U N C I L
S P E C I A L P U B L I C M E E T I N G
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2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g A c t
M A Y O R : " A d e q u a t e n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g h a s b e e n p r o v i d e d
b y a p o s t i n g o n t h e b u l l e t i n b o a r d i n V i l l a g e H a l l ,
b y m a i l t o t h e R i d g e w o o d N e w s , T h e R e c o r d , b y
s u b m i s s i o n t o a l l p e r s o n s e n t i t l e d t o s a m e a s
p r o v i d e d b y l a w o f a s c h e d u l e i n c l u d i n g t h e d a t e
a n d t i m e o f t h i s m e e t i n g . A s p e r P . L . 2 0 2 5 , C h a p t e r
7 2 , n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g w a s a l s o p o s t e d o n t h e
V i l l a g e o f R i d g e w o o d ’ s L e g a l N o t i c e s p a g e a t
r i d g e w o o d n j . n e t . "
3 . R o l l C a l l - V i l l a g e C l e r k
4 . C o m m e n t s f r o m t h e P u b l i c ( N o t t o E x c e e d 3 M i n u t e s p e r P e r s o n )
5 . D i s c u s s i o n o f J u n e 1 0 , 2 0 2 6 A g e n d a
6 . D i s c u s s i o n o f O t h e r V i l l a g e C o u n c i l B u s i n e s s
7 . A d j o u r n m e n t
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
El Comité de Zonificación escuchará solicitudes de variación para una nueva casa en 230 California Street
El Comité de Ajuste de Zonificación celebrará audiencias públicas sobre cuatro solicitudes que buscan variaciones para la cobertura del lote, los recortes y las mejoras en propiedades residenciales. El comité también considerará la memorialización de una resolución para tres asuntos decididos anteriormente.
- Dr. Patrick Higgins – variación para un garaje existente desacoplado en 618 Frederick Street (Zona R-2)
- Robert & Mary Basso – variaciones para una adición y un pórtico en 913 East Ridgewood Avenue (Zona R-1)
- Neilesh Sikder & Nisha Mital – variaciones para una nueva casa unifamiliar en 230 California Street (Zona R-1)
- Meghan Tozzi & Tad Ahlersmeyer – variaciones para una adición en la segunda planta en 319 Steilen Avenue (Zona R-2)
- Memorialización de una resolución para tres solicitudes anteriores: Moonlight Mile, LLC; Sofia; Ryoo
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.
Call to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Statement required by the Open Public Meeting Act “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board in the Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News,
The Record and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule
including date and time of this meeting”.
Please note: A curfew of 11:00 PM is strictly adhered to by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of
the Village of Ridgewood. No new matter involving an Applicant will be started after 10:30 PM.
At 10:00 PM the Chairman will make a determination and advise Applicants as to whether they
will be heard. If an Applicant cannot be heard because of the lateness of the hour, the matter will
be carried over to a future meeting to be determined by the Board at 10:00 PM.
Roll call
Minutes: May 12, 2026
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments
Members of the public comments
Public hearings
New Business:
DR. PATRICK HIGGINS – An application to retain the existing detached garage on the property
as an accessory storage structure which would result in coverage by above grade structures on
the whole lot of 21.5%, and coverage by above grade structures within 140 feet of the front lot
line of 22.9%, where 20% is the maximum permitted, and insufficient side yard setback to Bilco
Steps
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
La Comisión discutirá la expansión del Distrito Histórico del Centro del Pueblo
La Comisión de Preservación Histórica revisará cinco solicitudes de letreros y pintura exterior en propiedades comerciales y una adición residencial en 252 Lincoln Avenue. También discutirán una recomendación del Plan Maestro para expandir el distrito de zonificación del Distrito Histórico del Centro del Pueblo. La reunión incluye la adopción de las actas del 11 de mayo.
- Milkshake Factory, 63 East Ridgewood Avenue – revisión de letrero y pintura exterior
- Gino's Deli, 285 East Glen Avenue – revisión de letrero y pintura exterior
- Residencia Kiyak, 252 Lincoln Avenue – propuesta de adición y renovaciones
- Aaron's Ridgewood, 10 Van Neste Square – propuesta de letrero en ventana
- Angelo Rivera Couture, 25-29 West Ridgewood Avenue – propuesta de letrero de bandera
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
131 N. MAPLE AVENUE Phone: (201) 670-5500 X 240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450 Fax: (201) 670-7305
MONDAY, June 8, 2026
Public Meeting
CAUCUS ROOM, 4TH LEVEL, 7:30 P.M.
1. Call to orde r & Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meetings Act : –
Adequate notice of the list of 2026 Historic Preservation Commission meetings has
been provided to the Village Clerk’s office and posted on the Village of Ridgewood
website and was prominently posted on the bulletin board in the entry lobby of the
Village Hall.
2. Roll Call: Ferrante, Tsapatsaris, Summerville, Brady, Giuliani, Fuhrman, Latham
3. Adoption of Minutes: May 11, 2026
4. Applicants for Review:
➢ Milkshake Factory, 63 East Ridgewood Avenue – Sign and exterior
paint
➢ Gino’s Deli, 285 East Glen Avenue – Sign and exterior paint
➢ Kiyak Residen ce, 252 Lincoln Avenue – proposed addition and
renovations
➢ Aaron’s Ridgewood, 10 Van Neste Square – proposed window sign
➢ Angel Rivera Cou ture, 25-29 West Ridgewood Avenue – proposed
blade sign
5. Discussion items:
➢ Review mat erials and colors for Jennee, 235 West Ridgewood
Avenue – Garage
➢ Master Plan Recommendation HP -6: Discuss the expansion of the
Village Center Historic District zoning district.
6. Adjournment
Mon Jun 8, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Audiencia pública sobre las evaluaciones especiales de Ridgewood Business Alliance
El Village Council escuchará una presentación del abogado de Ridgewood Business Alliance explicando las evaluaciones especiales, y luego llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para aceptar objeciones a dichas evaluaciones. Este es el punto sustantivo principal de la agenda, seguido por comentarios generales del público y el cierre de la sesión.
- Presentación del abogado de Ridgewood Business Alliance sobre las evaluaciones especiales
- Audiencia pública para objeciones a las evaluaciones especiales de Ridgewood Business Alliance
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VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING
JUNE 8, 2026
7:00 P.M.
SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURTROOM
1. Call to Order – Deputy Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
DEPUTY MAYOR: "Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the
bulletin board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News, The
Record, and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided
by law of a schedule including the date and time of this meeting, and as
per P.L. 2025, Chapter 72, was also posted on the Village of
Ridgewood’s Legal Notices page at ridgewoodnj.net."
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute
5. Introduction – Deputy Mayor Perron
6. Presentation by Attorney for Ridgewood Business Alliance – Explanation of Ridgewood
Business Alliance Special Assessments and Public Hearing for Objections to Special
Assessments
7. Public Hearing – Objections to Ridgewood Business Alliance Special Assessments
8. Comments from the Public – Not to exceed 3 minutes per person
9. Adjournment
Fri Jun 5, 2026
Ridgewood's Access Committee
El Comité de Acceso discutirá el 4 de julio y las cenas adaptadas sensorialmente
Esta reunión cubre informes rutinarios del presidente, la junta ejecutiva, el consejo municipal y el enlace escolar, junto con actualizaciones sobre eventos próximos como el Touch-a-Truck & BBQ del Departamento de Bomberos y las cenas adaptadas sensorialmente. Los asuntos pendientes incluyen la planificación para el 4 de julio, mientras que los asuntos nuevos establecen la fecha de la próxima reunión como TBD. La agenda es mayormente procedimental, sin decisiones importantes ni votaciones programadas.
- Touch-a-Truck & BBQ con el Departamento de Bomberos
- Actualización del programa de Cenas Adaptadas Sensorialmente
- Discusión de la planificación del evento del 4 de julio
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Access Ridgewood Meeting Agenda
June 5 , 2026
1. Welcome /A pproval of M inutes (Jaimie Davis )
2. President ’s Report ( Jaimie Davis )
a. Fire Department Touch-a-Truck & BBQ
3. Executive Board Reports ( Emily Cathcart )
a. Sensory-Friendly Dinners
4. Village Council Report ( Siobhan Winograd )
5. SEPAG /Schools Report (Meghann Bierly /Emily Cathcart/Sheila Brogan )
6. Village D epartment R eports
a. Health Department /Stigma Free
b. Parks & Rec (LEAP)
c. HILT
7. Old Business
a. 4 th of July (Cara Robinson-Deutsch)
8. New Business
a. July meeting
Our next meeting date is TBD .
Thu Jun 4, 2026
Open Space Committee
El Comité de Espacios Abiertos finalizará los principios rectores para la adquisición de tierras
El Comité de Espacios Abiertos de Ridgewood finalizará los principios rectores para la adquisición de espacios abiertos, discutirá la asignación de fondos e identificará propiedades potenciales. El comité también recibirá actualizaciones sobre la gestión de parques, incluyendo los eventos de junio y los informes de enlace. El comentario público está abierto durante 3 minutos por persona hasta un total de 30 minutos.
- Finalizar los principios rectores para la adquisición de espacios abiertos
- Discutir el enfoque de asignación de fondos para adquisiciones
- Identificar propiedades potenciales para adquisición
- Informe de gestión de parques y actualización de eventos de junio
- Periodo de comentario público (hasta 30 minutos)
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Village of Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation
OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE AGENDA
June 4th , 2026, at 7 :00pm
The Stable
Agenda
www.ridgewoodnj.net
I. Public Comment – 3 minutes per Person /30 Minutes T otal
II. Approval of May Meeting Notes
III. Liaison Reports
IV. P ark Stewardship – Park Improvements
Jun Events
V. Finalize Guiding Principles for Open Space Acquisition
VI. Funding Allocation Approach
VII. Finding Acquisition Properties
VIII. Vision for Future
Next Meeting: Ju ly 9th , 2026 - 7 :00pm at the Stable
Thu Jun 4, 2026
Green Ridgewood
Green Ridgewood discute prueba de sopladores de hojas, expansión de restos de comida y subvención climática
El comité Green Ridgewood revisará una estrategia de sopladores de hojas que incluye una prueba para Parks & Rec, discutirá la expansión de la recolección de restos de comida y considerará solicitar una NJ Climate Resiliency Planning Grant. También están en la agenda actualizaciones sobre Project 1,000 acres, un posible estudio de preparación climática de Columbia University y un informe estudiantil sobre campos de césped artificial frente a naturales. El comité también revisará un pro-forma de ingresos/gastos para 2026.
- Prueba de sopladores de hojas para Parks & Rec como parte de una estrategia más amplia
- Expansión de la recolección de restos de comida
- Campaña de divulgación pública Skip the Stuff
- Actualización de Project 1,000 acres
- Solicitud de la NJ Climate Resiliency Planning Grant con Saddle River Watershed Alliance
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GREEN RIDGEWOOD AGENDA
June 4 , 202 6 , 7 :30-9: 30 PM
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, SENIOR LOUNGE
Administration
1. Welcome and Attendee Introductions
2. Approve May 7 h meeting minutes.
Updates/Discussion /Strategy
3. Chair Report , Green Ridgewood h ighlights (David) – 2 minutes
4. Village Council Liaison Report ( Pam ) – 10 minutes
5. Resource Management & Conservation Subcommittee (Peter, Pam) – 20 minutes
a. Leaf Blower Strategy
i. Maplewood Meeting
ii. Trial for Parks & Rec
iii. Strategy moving forward
b. Food Scraps Expansion
c. Skip the Stuff – Public Outreach
d. Project 1,000 acres
6. Resilience, Flooding, Stormwater Subcommittee: Saddle River Watershed Alliance/NJ
Climate Resiliency Planning Grant (David). -15 minutes
a. Summary of Follow up with seven communities
b. Bergen County Meeting June 3
c. Application Moving Forward
d. Next Steps
7. Potential New Columbia University Study Re: Climate Preparedness (Alina) – 5 minutes
8. Sustainable NJ Conference Report (Geri, David) – 5 minutes
9. Green Team Report (Geri) – 5 minutes
10. Students Update: Current & Future Initiatives (Julia, Anika, Miles): - 10 minutes
11. RHS Student report on Tur f/Grass Fields comparison (Miles, David) – 5 minutes
12. Sports Equipment Recycling ( Beth ) – 5 minutes
13. NJDEP webinar and Upcoming Rutgers Climate Symposium (Joe, David) – 5 minutes
14. Communications Subcommittee (Justin) – 5 minutes
a. Website, social media , etc.
15. Green Building/Sustainability Sub c ommittee . ( Justin, Davi
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Wed Jun 3, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Concejo considerará el diseño de un parque, una apropiación de emergencia y adjudicaciones de contratos
El Concejo de Ridgewood Village llevará a cabo un taller público para escuchar una presentación sobre el diseño final del parque para la Propiedad Schedler, discutir la declaración de excedente de la propiedad de Ridgewood Water y considerar varias adjudicaciones de contratos, incluyendo un puesto de concesiones en la estación de tren y SDL Software. También discutirán una apropiación especial de emergencia para la reevaluación de propiedades, el apoyo a las reformas de las primas de beneficios de salud y otros asuntos operativos como las renovaciones de licencias de alcohol y un estudio sobre los ciervos.
- Presentación del diseño final del parque para la Propiedad Schedler para su presentación ante la SHPO
- Declaración de excedente de la propiedad de Ridgewood Water
- Adjudicación del contrato para el puesto de concesiones en la estación de tren
- Apropiación Especial de Emergencia para la Reevaluación
- Estudio de Ciervos del Noroeste del Condado de Bergen
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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
JUNE 3 , 202 6
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “ Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News , The Record , and by submission to all
persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and time of this
meeting , and as per P.L. 2025, Chapter 72, was also posted on the Village of Ridgewood ’s
Legal Notices page at ridgewoodnj.net."
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag S alute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 4 0 Minutes in Total )
6. Village Manager ’s Report
7. Village Council Reports
8 . Presentation
1. Schedler Pr
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Wed Jun 3, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Concejo Municipal celebra reunión rutinaria con sesión cerrada
El Concejo Municipal de Ridgewood llevará a cabo una reunión estándar, comenzando con un llamado al orden y una declaración de cumplimiento con la Ley de Reuniones Públicas Abiertas. Los miembros del concejo realizarán el pase de lista, permitirán comentarios breves del público (hasta tres minutos por orador) y luego votarán una resolución para entrar en una sesión cerrada. La reunión concluirá con una sesión cerrada y el levantamiento de la sesión.
- Llamado al orden
- Declaración de cumplimiento con la Ley de Reuniones Públicas Abiertas
- Comentarios del público (máximo 3 minutos por persona)
- Resolución para entrar en sesión cerrada
- Sesión cerrada
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S P E C I A L P U B L I C M E E T I N G
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1 . C a l l t o O r d e r - M a y o r
2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g A c t
M A Y O R : " A d e q u a t e n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g h a s b e e n p r o v i d e d
b y a p o s t i n g o n t h e b u l l e t i n b o a r d i n V i l l a g e H a l l ,
b y m a i l t o t h e R i d g e w o o d N e w s , T h e R e c o r d , a n d b y
s u b m i s s i o n t o a l l p e r s o n s e n t i t l e d t o s a m e a s p r o v i d e d
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t h i s m e e t i n g , a n d a s p e r P . L . 2 0 2 5 , C h a p t e r 7 2 , w a s
a l s o p o s t e d o n t h e V i l l a g e o f R i d g e w o o d ’ s L e g a l N o t i c e s
p a g e a t r i d g e w o o d n j . n e t . "
3 . R o l l C a l l
4 . C o m m e n t s f r o m t h e P u b l i c ( N o t t o e x c e e d 3 m i n u t e s p e r p e r s o n )
5 . R e s o l u t i o n t o g o i n t o C l o s e d S e s s i o n
6 . C l o s e d S e s s i o n
N e g o t i a t i o n s – W a r n e r T h e a t e r
7 . A d j o u r n m e n t
Tue Jun 2, 2026
Fields Committee
El Grupo de Trabajo de Campos finalizará la política de instalaciones recreativas y los planes de verano
El Ridgewood Fields Working Group llevará a cabo una votación de adopción final sobre la Política de Campos e Instalaciones Recreativas. También discutirán los folletos de comunicación sobre el cumplimiento de la ADA, revisarán la apertura de los calendarios de otoño de 2026 el 3 de junio y escucharán actualizaciones sobre la restauración de campos en Veterans Field y la instalación del marcador en Maple Park. Los eventos especiales de verano y las solicitudes de mantenimiento de instalaciones están en la agenda.
- Adopción final de la Política de Campos e Instalaciones Recreativas (Item III)
- Calendarios de otoño de 2026 abren el 3 de junio (Item IV)
- Actualización de los folletos de comunicación de cumplimiento de la ADA (Item V)
- Eventos especiales de verano: Torneo Maroons, Campamento de Fútbol Juvenil, Campamento de Softball RBSA, etc. (Item VI)
- Proyectos: restauración de Veterans Field, instalación del marcador de Maple Park, restauración de las canchas de tenis de RHS (Item VIII)
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AGENDA FIELDS 6.2.2026
RIDGEWOOD FIELDS WORKING GROUP
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 8:00 am
Ed Center-2nd Floor Board Room
Agenda
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I. Roll Call - RHS Athletics, RBSA, RLA, RJFA, RASA, RSA, Maroons Club, BOE Liaison, PRC Liaison,
Village Council Liaison, Rebels/Biddy Basketball, Community School, RJW, BOE Facilities Director,
Village Member at large, Hoops Club, Open Space Liaison, Roller Hockey
II. Approval of Minutes – May 5, 2026
III. Fields and Recreational Facility Policy/Final Adoption-K. Kazmark & M. Schwarz
IV. 2026 Fall Schedules – Opens June 3
V. ADA Compliance Communication Flyers/Discussion - update
VI. 2026 Summer Special Events
• June 19 – 21/ Maroons Tournament
• June 26 – July 2/ Youth Football Camp
• July 6 – 16/ Hommen Baseball Camp
• July 13 – 31/ RBSA Softball Camp
• July 13 – 16/ Ridgewood Summer Football Camp
• July 20 – Aug. 28/ MSC Summer Camp
• Other
VII. Facility Maintenance
• Specific Requests
VIII. 2026 Projects - update
• Field Restoration/Veterans Field
• Scoreboard Installation/Maple Park
• RHS Tennis Court Restoration
IX. Fields Group/ Member Reports
• RHS Athletics-K. Cook
• RBSA-S. Muller
• RLA-K. Springer
• RJFA-J. Perrapato
• RASA - P. Holmes
• RSA-T. Trubac
• Rebels/Biddy Basketball - J. Cosgrove
• Hoops Basketball – P. Thomas
• Maroons-J. Feeney
• BOE-M. Micale
• VOR-S. Winograd
X. FIFA World Cup/ Watch Party – P. Coopersmith
• Watch Party – June 12, Memorial Park/Van Neste Square 8:00 – 11:00 pm/ game 9pm
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Planning Board
Reunión del 2 de junio de la Junta de Planificación de Ridgewood cancelada
La Junta de Planificación de Ridgewood ha cancelado su reunión pública y sesión de trabajo programadas para el 2 de junio de 2026. La próxima reunión regular se llevará a cabo el 16 de junio de 2026 a las 7:30 p.m.
- La reunión de la Junta de Planificación del 2 de junio de 2026 está cancelada
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PLANNING BOARD
PLANNING BOARD
AMENDMENT TO MEETING SCHEDULE
CANCELED: June 2, 2026
In accordance with the provisions of the "Open Public Meetings Act," please be advised that the
PLANNING BOARD public meeting and work session for TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026, in the VILLAGE
HALL COURT ROOM, 4th Floor, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ begin ning
at 7:30 p.m. has been canceled.
The next regular meeting will be held on June 16, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall Courtroom, 4 th
Floor, 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ.
All meetings of the Ridgewood Planning Board (i.e., official public meetings, work session meetings, pre-
meeting assemblies and special meetings) are public meetings, which are always open to members of the
general public.
cc: PB Members
Ridgewood News
The Record
Village Clerk
Village Bulletin Board
Village Website
Wed May 27, 2026
Residential Flood Advisory Committee
Actualizaciones de mitigación de inundaciones, fondos de FEMA y asociación con NJIT en la agenda
El Comité Asesor de Inundaciones Residenciales discutirá problemas de inundaciones en el vecindario de Warren & Marshall, una asociación con el New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) y una actualización sobre los esfuerzos de mitigación de inundaciones del Village, incluyendo el presupuesto de capital y los fondos de FEMA. El comité también considerará una subvención de resiliencia ante inundaciones multi-municipales con Bergen County y aprobará las actas de la reunión del 25 de marzo de 2026.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 25 de marzo de 2026
- Discusión de problemas de inundaciones en el vecindario de Warren & Marshall
- Asociación con New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)
- Actualización sobre los esfuerzos de mitigación de inundaciones del Village – presupuesto de capital y fondos de FEMA
- Subvención de Resiliencia ante Inundaciones – colaboración multi-municipal con Bergen County
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Residential Flood Advisory Committee
MEETING AGENDA
May 27, 2026 – 4:00 pm
via Zoom
Topic: Residential Flood Advisory Committee
Time: May 27, 2026 04:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Approval of Meeting Minutes from March 25, 2026
Flooding Issue – Warren & Marshall Neighborhood
Partnership with New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)
Update on Village Flood Mitigation Efforts – Capital Budget/FEMA Funding
Flood Resiliency Grant – Multi-Town/Bergen County
New Business/Committee Discussion
Public Comment
NEXT MEETING: To be discussed
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Village of Ridgewood
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Village Council Meeting
El Concejo discutirá contratos de agua, cambios en tarifas y zonificación para casas de culto
El Concejo del Pueblo llevará a cabo un taller público para discutir diversos temas, incluidos los contratos de servicios públicos de agua, una apropiación de emergencia especial para reevaluación y enmiendas a los cronogramas de tarifas y regulaciones de uso de suelo. Las discusiones de política notables incluyen cambios propuestos a los usos accesorios para casas de culto y enmiendas a las ordenanzas de taxis y limusinas. No hay votos finales programados; la reunión es para discusión y comentarios públicos.
- Adjudicar contrato bajo el Contrato del Estado para un Ford F-350 2026 (Ridgewood Water)
- Adjudicar contrato bajo la Compra Cooperativa de Sourcewell para un camión de volteo 2027 (Ridgewood Water)
- Autorizar contrato de emergencia para el reemplazo de una válvula de 20 pulgadas en Northern Parkway (Ridgewood Water)
- Apropiación Especial de Emergencia para reevaluación (Partida presupuestaria)
- Enmendar el Capítulo 190 – Uso de Suelo y Desarrollo – Usos Accesorios para Casas de Culto (Política)
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✓ Decidido: Village Council public work session held; no formal actions taken
The council met on May 27, 2026 for a public work session. Council members and officials presented reports on the pool sun shades, parking survey, irrigation schedule, senior bus service, upcoming events, and water utility updates. No motions were voted on, approved, denied, or tabled during the session.
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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
MAY 27 , 202 6
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “ Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News , The Record , and by submission to all
persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and time of this
meeting , and as per P.L. 2025, Chapter 72, was also posted on the Village of Ridgewood ’s
Legal Notices page at ridgewoodnj.net."
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag S alute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 4 0 Minutes in Total )
6. Village Manager ’s Report
7. Village Council Reports
8 . Discussion:
a. Ridgewood Wa
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Village Council Public Work Session
May 27, 2026
A PUBLIC WORK SESSION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURTROOM OF THE
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NEW
JERSEY, ON MAY 27, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the Public Work Session to order at 7:30 p.m. and read the Statement of
Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act . At roll call, the following were present:
Councilmembers Mortimer, Perron, Weitz, Winograd and Mayor Vagianos. Also present were
Keith Kazmark, Village Manager; Jennifer Natoli, Deputy Village Clerk; and Matthew Rogers,
Village Attorney.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mayor Vagianos opened the meeting for public comment. There being no members of the public
present who wished to speak, Mayor Vagianos closed public comment.
3. VILLAGE MANAGER ’S REPORT
Village Manager Keith Kazmark delivered his report, beginning by expressing his gratitude to
American Legion Post 53 of Ridgewood for its outstanding Memorial Day commemoration.
Noting that inclement weather on Monday morning had necessitated moving the service indoors
to Mount Carmel Church, Mr. Kazmark commended the Legion ’s Commander and expressed
appreciation for the attendance of the County Executive. He described the observance as a
meaningful tribute in honor of those
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Tue May 26, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
La Junta analizará la reconfiguración del estacionamiento de un hogar de ancianos con variaciones en 304 S Van Dien
La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre tres solicitudes. Chestnut VD Holdings LLC busca la aprobación preliminar/final del plan del sitio, variaciones de uso y volumen, y la aprobación del movimiento de suelos para reconfigurar y ampliar el estacionamiento y realizar otras mejoras en el hogar de ancianos existente. También están programadas solicitudes para adiciones residenciales que requieren múltiples variaciones de volumen y cobertura en 321 Pearsall Avenue y 101 California Street, y una discusión sobre los colores propuestos para los letreros de Moonlight Mile, LLC.
- Chestnut VD Holdings LLC: plan del sitio, variación de uso, variación de volumen y movimiento de suelos para la reconfiguración del estacionamiento del hogar de ancianos en 304 South Van Dien Avenue (Zona R-125)
- Salvatore & Joanne Sofia: adición trasera que resulta en una cobertura sobre el nivel del suelo del 20.66% (máximo 20%) en 321 Pearsall Avenue (Zona R-2)
- Anne Ryoo: adición de dos pisos que requiere variaciones para el retroceso del patio lateral (13.1 ft frente a los 20.67 ft requeridos), cobertura, mejoras y área bruta de construcción en 101 California Street (Zona R-1)
- Discusión del esquema de colores para los letreros propuestos en Moonlight Mile, LLC, 51 North Broad Street
- Memorialización de la resolución para Qua (362 Crest Road) y Kokulak (463 South Pleasant Avenue)
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✓ Decidido: The Ridgewood Zoning Board approved two residential additions and sign options.
The Board approved a rear addition at 321 Pearsall Avenue and a two-story addition at 101 California Street. A sign combination for Moonlight Mile, LLC was also approved, while a site plan for Chestnut VD Holdings LLC was carried to a future meeting.
- Approved single-story rear addition at 321 Pearsall Avenue
- Approved sign 'A' combination for Moonlight Mile, LLC at 51 North Board Street (4-2)
- Approved two-story addition at 101 California Street with drainage plan condition (4-3)
- Carried Chestnut VD Holdings LLC site plan hearing to July 14, 2026
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.
Call to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Statement required by the Open Public Meeting Act “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board in the Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News,
The Record and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule
including date and time of this meeting”.
Please note: A curfew of 11:00 PM is strictly adhered to by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of
the Village of Ridgewood. No new matter involving an Applicant will be started after 10:30 PM.
At 10:00 PM the Chairman will make a determination and advise Applicants as to whether they
will be heard. If an Applicant cannot be heard because of the lateness of the hour, the matter will
be carried over to a future meeting to be determined by the Board at 10:00 PM.
Roll call
Minutes: May 12, 2026
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments
Members of the public comments
Public hearings
New Business:
SALVATORE & JOANNE SOFIA – An application to permit the construction of a single story
rear addition which would result in coverage by above grade structures for the whole property of
20.66%, and coverage by above grade structures within 140 feet of the front lot line of 20.89%,
where 20% is the maximum permit ted at 321 Pearsall Avenue, Block 3206, Lot 11, in an R-2
Zone.
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Meeting Minutes
May 26, 2026
Opening:
The public meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Village of Ridgewood was
called to order at 7:35 p.m.
Present: Greg Brown, Matthew Bandelt, Jason Curreri, Jamie Fox, Jonathan Papietro,
Yelena Raytser (7:48 p.m.) and Matthew Swan were present. Also present were Bruce
Whitaker, Esq., Board Attorney ; John Barree, Village Planner ; James McGrath, Village
Engineer, and Jane Wondergem, Board Secretary. Diana Ruhl was absent.
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments – Mr. Brown commented that Bruce Whitaker has been
the Board attorney for 20 years. Deputy Mayor Perron was present and read a
proclamation recognizing that milestone.
Members of the public comments – There were no comments at this time.
Public hearings:
New Business:
SALVATORE & JOANNE SOFIA – An application to permit the construction of a
single-story rear addition which would result in coverage by above grade structures
for the whole property of 20.66%, and coverage by above grade structures within
140 feet of the front lot line of 20.89%, where 20% is the maximum permitted at 321
Pearsall Avenue, Block 3206, Lot 11, in an R-2 Zone.
Salvatore Sofia, homeowner, was sworn.
Christopher Rodriguez was sworn and his credentials as a licensed architect accepted.
Mr. Rodriguez described the proposed addition, went over the zoning table and showed
the elevations.
Board members asked if the e
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Thu May 21, 2026
Citizens Safety Advisory Committee
El CSAC discutirá la vía de paso de PSE &G y varias actualizaciones de seguridad
El Comité de Asesoramiento de Seguridad de los Ciudadanos de Ridgewood revisará actualizaciones sobre bicicletas eléctricas, obstrucciones del triángulo de visibilidad, informes de incidentes, uso de redes sociales, el CBDAC y dos estudios de intersección. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen una discusión sobre la vía de paso de PSE &G. La reunión finaliza con la programación de la siguiente sesión para el 18 de junio de 2026.
- Actualizaciones de bicicletas eléctricas (RPD)
- Actualizaciones de ubicaciones de obstrucciones del triángulo de visibilidad (Ingeniería)
- Actualizaciones de informes de incidentes/accidentes (RPD)
- Estudio de intersección Doremus y Ackerman (Ingeniería, RPD)
- Discusión de la vía de paso de PSE &G (Ingeniería, RPD)
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✓ Decidido: CSAC discusses PSE&G right-of-way and public safety updates
The Citizens Safety Advisory Committee met on May 21, 2026, and discussed several safety-related items. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was primarily informational and advisory. Key topics included PSE&G right-of-way concerns on Irving Street, e-bike education pending state guidance, sight triangle compliance updates, and a decrease in April 2026 collisions compared to 2025.
- Discussed PSE&G right-of-way concerns; village to evaluate safe pedestrian route between East Ridgewood Avenue and North Irving Street
- RPD continues e-bike education and social media campaigns pending state guidance
- Engineering reported four additional properties brought into compliance for sight triangle obstructions; four new notices sent
- RPD shared April 2026 collision totals (51) compared to April 2025 (64), with injuries down from 11 to 4
- Demarest/Ackerman signal timing adjustments improved traffic flow; Oak/Glen traffic engineering study authorized
- Heard public comments on Irving Street neighborhood impacts and pedestrian safety
- CBDAC reported approval of outdoor display ordinance and senior parking program
- Committee discussed naming convention for e-bikes vs. e-motos
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CSAC MEETING AGENDA
May 21 , 2026 – 7:00 PM
SENIOR LOUNGE, VILLAGE HALL
I. CSAC PROTOCOL STATEMENT
II. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
a. Advisory Comments
III. OLD BUSINESS
a. E-bikes updates (RPD)
b. Sight Triangle Obstruction locations updates (Engineering)
c. Incident/Accident Reporting updates (RPD)
d. Social Media (Bamberg)
e. CBDAC update (Rahman)
f. Doremus and Ackerman intersection (Engineering, RPD)
g. Oak St. and Glen intersection (Engine ering)
IV. NEW BUSINESS
a. PSE &G Right-of-Way Path (Engineering, RPD)
V. NEW IDEAS
VI. ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT SCHEDULED CSAC MEETING: June 18, 2026, AT
7:00 PM (SENIOR LOUNGE)
VII. ADJOURNMENT
VIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Tue May 19, 2026
Planning Board
Reunión de la Junta de Planificación cancelada para el 19 de mayo de 2026
La reunión pública y la sesión de trabajo de la Ridgewood Planning Board del 19 de mayo de 2026 han sido canceladas. La próxima reunión regular está programada para el 2 de junio de 2026 a las 7:30 p.m. en el Village Hall Courtroom.
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PLANNING BOARD
PLANNING BOARD
AMENDMENT TO MEETING SCHEDULE
CANCELED: May 19, 2026
In accordance with the provisions of the "Open Public Meetings Act," please be advised that the
PLANNING BOARD public meeting and work session for TUESDAY, MAY 19 , 2026 , in the
VILLAGE HALL COURT ROOM, 4th Floor, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ
beginning at 7:30 p.m. has been canceled.
The next regular meeting will be held on June 2, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall Courtroom, 4 th
Floor, 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ.
All meetings of the Ridgewood Planning Board (i.e., official public meetings, work session meetings, pre-
meeting assemblies and special meetings) are public meetings, which are always open to members of the
general public.
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Fri May 15, 2026
Ridgewood's Access Committee
El Comité de Acceso planifica eventos del 4 de julio y Touch-a-Truck
El Comité de Acceso llevará a cabo su reunión ordinaria, revisando las actas y recibiendo informes del Presidente, la Junta Ejecutiva, el Concejo Municipal, SEPAG/Escuelas y los departamentos municipales. Los asuntos pendientes incluyen la planificación de la celebración del 4 de julio, mientras que los asuntos nuevos cubren un evento de BBQ y Touch-a-Truck del Departamento de Bomberos. La próxima reunión está programada para el 12 de junio de 2026 vía Zoom.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior
- Actualización de la Junta Ejecutiva sobre las Cenas Sensorialmente Amigables
- Informe de SEPAG/Escuelas sobre la accesibilidad en la educación
- Planificación del evento del 4 de julio (Cara Robinson-Deutsch)
- Discusión sobre el evento de BBQ y Touch-a-Truck del Departamento de Bomberos
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✓ Decidido: Committee approves minutes, discusses sensory-friendly dinner improvements
The Access Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed several upcoming events, including sensory-friendly dinners, July 4th accessible viewing, and a Touch-a-Truck event. No binding decisions were made beyond approving minutes; most items were planning updates and agreements to improve logistics.
- Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Agreed to hold separate meeting in fall to brainstorm RSVP improvements for sensory-friendly dinners
- Decided to use SignUpGenius for Touch-a-Truck with 100-person cap
- Agreed to pilot July 4th accessible parade viewing event as small, word-of-mouth event
- Scheduled next meeting for June 5 or June 12, depending on availability
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May 15 , 2026
1. Welcome /A pproval of M inutes (Jaimie Davis )
2. President ’s Report ( Jaimie Davis )
3. Executive Board Reports ( Emily Cathcart )
a. Sensory-Friendly Dinners
4. Village Council Report ( Deputy Mayor Pamela Perron )
5. SEPAG /Schools Report (Meghann Bierly /Emily Cathcart/Sheila Brogan )
6. Village D epartment R eports
a. Health Department /Stigma Free
b. Parks & Rec (LEAP)
c. HILT
7. Old Business
a. 4 th of July (Cara Robinson-Deutsch)
8. New Business
a. Fire Department Touch-a-Truck & BBQ
b. June 12 th meeting
Our next meeting is scheduled for Friday, June 12 , 2026 at 2:00pm via Zoom.
Thu May 14, 2026
Open Space Committee
El Comité de Espacios Abiertos revisará el marco del fondo y la visión futura
El Comité de Espacios Abiertos de Ridgewood llevará a cabo una reunión ordinaria el 14 de mayo de 2026, con comentarios públicos, aprobación de actas anteriores e informes de enlace. Los temas principales de discusión incluyen un resumen de eventos recientes de gestión de parques (Dunham, Daffodil, Taller del Sendero Habernickel) y un borrador del marco y los principios rectores para el Open Space Fund, junto con una visión más amplia para el futuro.
- Resumen de los eventos de Dunham y Daffodil
- Resumen del Taller del Sendero Habernickel
- Descripción general de los eventos de mayo
- Borrador del marco y principios rectores para el Open Space Fund
- Discusión sobre la Visión para el Futuro
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OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE AGENDA
May 14th , 2026, at 7 :00pm
The Stable
Agenda
www.ridgewoodnj.net
I. Public Comment – 3 minutes per Person /30 Minutes T otal
II. Approval of April Meeting Notes
III. Liaison Reports
IV. P ark Stewardship – Park Improvements
Events
i. Recap Dunham and Daffodil Events
ii. Habernickel Trail Workshop Recap
iii. May Events
V. Draft Framework and Guiding Principles for Open Space Fund
VI. Vision for Future
Next Meeting: June 10th , 2026 - 7 :00pm at the Stable
Thu May 14, 2026
Central Business District Advisory Committee
El Comité Asesor del CBD revisa la señalización, la encuesta de estacionamiento y una nueva ley estatal
El Comité Asesor del Distrito Central de Negocios (CBD) recibirá actualizaciones del Concejo Municipal, la Cámara de Comercio, el Guild, la Alianza Empresarial, el CSAC y las Iniciativas de Embellecimiento. Las discusiones clave incluyen la evaluación de la Encuesta de Estacionamiento de Walker, la promoción de la nueva ley estatal 'Skip the Stuff' para reducir los plásticos de un solo uso y la revisión de los siguientes pasos para una presentación de señalización del CBD. Se recibirán comentarios del público.
- Revisión de las actas de la reunión del 9 de abril de 2026
- Actualizaciones del Concejo Municipal, la Cámara de Comercio, el Ridgewood Guild, la Alianza Empresarial, el CSAC y las Iniciativas de Embellecimiento del CBD
- Discusión sobre la efectividad de la Encuesta de Estacionamiento de Walker
- Promoción de la nueva ley estatal 'Skip the Stuff'
- Presentación de señalización en el CBD y siguientes pasos
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May 14, 2026 - Central Business District Advisory Committee ( CBDAC) - Agenda
Thursday, May 14 , 202 6 , 8:30 – 10:00 a .m .
In Person in the Garden Room – 1st Floor – Ridgewood Village Hall
Admin istration : Review Minutes of April 9 , 2026 CBDAC meeting
Updates (please keep brief and hold comments until end) :
Village Council: Pam
Chamber of Commerce: Glenn /Jill
Ridgewood Guild: N iena
Ridgewood Business Alliance: Stacey
CSAC: Zohaib
CBD Beautification Initiatives: Jeanne
Discussion items:
Walker Parking Survey – Is it working well?
P romoting new “ Skip the Stuff ” state law
Wayfinding in the CBD presentation – next steps (Gary)
Public Comment
Adjourn
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Village Council Liaison – Pamela Perron
Chamber of Commerce Liaison – Jill Opperman ; Ridge wood Guild Liaison – Niena Jerdee
3 Business /Property Owners – Stacey Tsapatsaris (Vice Chair) , Glenn Carlough , Don Alexband
5 Residents – Stephen Del Percio (Chairperson) , Rebecca Tatlock , Zohaib Rahman ( CSAC liaison ),
Gary DiChiara , Steve Aspero
Chie f of Police – Forest Lyons Village Engineer – James McGrath
Wed May 13, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Concejo adoptará el presupuesto municipal de 2026 y adjudicará un contrato vial de $1.5M
El Concejo Municipal votará para adoptar el presupuesto de 2026 para Ridgewood tras enmendar los presupuestos actuales del fondo, capital de agua y el fondo fiduciario de espacios abiertos. También introducirán ordenanzas para aumentar la tarifa de administración de trabajos externos del Departamento de Policía a $30 y establecer tarifas de usuario para los campos atléticos. Se llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre la autorización de exhibiciones en las aceras del Central Business District. Se adjudicarán numerosos contratos, incluyendo hasta $1.5 millones para la pavimentación de carreteras y una orden de cambio de $433,333 para el reemplazo de líneas de servicio de plomo.
- Adoptar el presupuesto municipal de 2026 (Resolución 26-125)
- Aprobar contrato de pavimentación de carreteras de hasta $1.5M para Smith-Sondy Asphalt Construction
- Introducir ordenanza que aumenta la tarifa de administración de trabajos externos del Departamento de Policía de $20 a $30
- Autorizar orden de cambio de hasta $433,333 para el reemplazo de líneas de servicio de plomo (Reivax Contracting)
- Audiencia pública sobre la ordenanza 4096 para permitir exhibiciones en las aceras del Central Business District
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✓ Decidido: Council unanimously accepted financial reports and approved prior meeting minutes
The Village Council voted to accept the Bills, Claims, Vouchers and Statement of Funds on Hand as of April 30, 2026. The Council also approved the minutes from the meetings held between January 21 and April 22, 2026. Both motions passed with all five councilmembers voting in favor.
- Accepted Bills, Claims, Vouchers and Statement of Funds as of April 30, 2026 (5-0)
- Approved minutes from Jan 21, Jan 26, Feb 2, Feb 4, Feb 9, Feb 11, Feb 25, and Apr 22, 2026 (5-0)
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V I L L A G E C O U N C I L
R E G U L A R P U B L I C M E E T I N G
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7 : 3 0 P . M .
1 . C a l l t o O r d e r - M a y o r
2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g s A c t
3 . R o l l C a l l - V i l l a g e C l e r k
4 . F l a g S a l u t e
5 . A c c e p t a n c e o f F i n a n c i a l R e p o r t s
6 . A p p r o v a l o f M i n u t e s
7 . P r o c l a m a t i o n s
A . P r o c l a i m M a y M i l i t a r y A p p r e c i a t i o n M o n t h
B. Proclaim May 17-23, 2026 Emergency Medical Services
Week
C. Proclaim June as Pride Month
D. Proclaim Jun e 7, 2026 as National Cancer Survi vors Day
E . Proclaim June 5, 2026 as National Gun Violence
Awareness Day
F . Rec
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Village Council Regular Public Meeting
May 13, 2026
A REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURTROOM OF THE
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NEW
JERSEY, ON MAY 13, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and read the Statement of Compliance
with the Open Public Meetings Act . At roll call, the following were present: Councilmembers
Mortimer, Perron, Weitz, Winograd and Mayor Vagianos. Also present were Keith Kazmark,
Village Manager; and Heather Mailander, Village Clerk. Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney,
waws absent this evening.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. ACCEPTANCE OF FINANCIAL REPORTS
Mayor Vagianos moved that the Bills, Claims, and Vouchers, and Statement of Funds on Hand as
of April 30, 2026, be accepted as submitted. Councilmember Mortimer seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Mortimer, Perron, Weitz, Winograd , and Mayor Vagianos
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mayor Vagianos moved that the Village Council minutes of January 21, January 26, February 2,
February 4, February 9, February 11, February 25, and April 22, 2026, having been reviewed by
the Village Council and now available in the Village Clerk ’s Office, be approved as submitted.
Councilmember Mortimer second
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Wed May 13, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Concejo de Ridgewood celebra una reunión especial sin temas específicos en la agenda
Esta es una reunión pública especial del Concejo de la Villa con tiempo para comentarios del público (3 minutos por persona) y discusión de la agenda del día y otros asuntos del concejo. La agenda no contiene ordenanzas, resoluciones, contratos ni audiencias públicas; es mayormente procedimental.
- Periodo de comentarios del público limitado a 3 minutos por persona
- Discusión de asuntos no especificados del Concejo de la Villa
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A G E N D A
V I L L A G E C O U N C I L
S P E C I A L P U B L I C M E E T I N G
M A Y 1 3 , 2 0 2 6
7 : 0 0 P . M .
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2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g A c t
M A Y O R : " A d e q u a t e n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g h a s b e e n p r o v i d e d
b y a p o s t i n g o n t h e b u l l e t i n b o a r d i n V i l l a g e H a l l ,
b y m a i l t o t h e R i d g e w o o d N e w s , T h e R e c o r d , b y
s u b m i s s i o n t o a l l p e r s o n s e n t i t l e d t o s a m e a s
p r o v i d e d b y l a w o f a s c h e d u l e i n c l u d i n g t h e d a t e
a n d t i m e o f t h i s m e e t i n g . A s p e r P . L . 2 0 2 5 , C h a p t e r
7 2 , n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g w a s a l s o p o s t e d o n t h e
V i l l a g e o f R i d g e w o o d ’ s L e g a l N o t i c e s p a g e a t
r i d g e w o o d n j . n e t . "
3 . R o l l C a l l - V i l l a g e C l e r k
4 . C o m m e n t s f r o m t h e P u b l i c ( N o t t o E x c e e d 3 M i n u t e s p e r P e r s o n )
5 . D i s c u s s i o n o f M a y 1 3 , 2 0 2 6 A g e n d a
6 . D i s c u s s i o n o f O t h e r V i l l a g e C o u n c i l B u s i n e s s
7 . A d j o u r n m e n t
Tue May 12, 2026
Shade Tree Commission
La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra discutirá la iniciativa de 1000 árboles y la actualización de silvicultura
La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra de Ridgewood se reunirá para aprobar las actas de abril y recibir actualizaciones de los copresidentes, el enlace del consejo y el personal de silvicultura. También discutirán la iniciativa de 1000 árboles y el progreso del High School Green Team. La comisión considerará agregar publicaciones mensuales en las redes sociales sobre el reemplazo de árboles callejeros y otros temas.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 14 de abril
- Actualización de silvicultura sobre el mantenimiento y la plantación de árboles
- Actualización sobre la iniciativa de 1000 árboles
- Informe de progreso del High School Green Team
- Comentarios públicos limitados a 3 minutos
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✓ Decidido: Shade Tree Commission approves April minutes and discusses tree initiatives
The Commission approved the April meeting minutes. Discussions included the Daffodil Fest, school property planting agreements, and a street tree watering bid that received no satisfactory responses.
- Approved April meeting minutes
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Village of Ridgewood
Shade Tree Commission
May 1 2 , 202 6 , 7:30pm
Garden Room, Village Hall
ADMINISTRATION
-Call to order
-M inutes from April 14 th meeting to be approved.
REPORTS
-U pdates from the co-chairs , summarizing noteworthy developments (Adam/Nancy B-H)
-Update from the Council liaison
- Forestry update
- 1000 tree initiative (Tim H)
-High School Green Team progress (Yuna)
-A dding posting to village communications/social media “ Street tree fallen tree/daffodil fest/door
knockers Request replacement from village , tips, trivia done monthly ” (Medhi , K e ele )
PUBLIC COMMENT
Please limit comments to 3 minutes
ADJOURNMENT
N ext meeting, Tuesday, June 9 , at 7:30 pm , Garden Room, Village Hall
Tue May 12, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
La junta de zonificación escucha 5 solicitudes de varianza para adiciones y garajes
La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Ridgewood llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre cinco solicitudes que buscan varianzas para adiciones de propiedades, retención de garajes y reducciones de retranqueo. La junta también discutirá un esquema de colores de letreros para Moonlight Mile, LLC y formalizará dos resoluciones previas.
- El Dr. Patrick Higgins busca retener un garaje independiente en 618 Frederick Street con una cobertura de lote del 21.5% (máximo 20%) y un retranqueo de patio lateral insuficiente para los escalones Bilco.
- Noah & Theresa Qua solicitan varianzas para un retranqueo de patio lateral de 17.2 pies (se requieren 21.66) y un patio lateral de 7.5 pies (se requieren 10) en 362 Crest Road.
- Brian & Samantha Kokulak proponen una adición en el segundo piso y un porche cubierto en 463 South Pleasant Avenue, requiriendo un retranqueo de patio lateral de 9.1 pies (se requieren 10).
- John & Shinae Shin buscan una adición trasera en 330 Abbey Court con un retranqueo trasero de 21.5 pies (se requieren 30) y una cobertura de lote del 23.34% (máximo 20%).
- Matthew & Maggie Geudtner solicitan múltiples varianzas para una adición de dos pisos en 552 Hillcrest Road, incluyendo un retranqueo frontal de 34.7 pies (se requieren 40).
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✓ Decidido: Board approves residential additions and carries several applications
The Board approved two residential addition applications for South Pleasant Avenue and Crest Road. Other residential applications were carried to future meetings, and a sign color scheme discussion was postponed.
- Approved second floor addition and porch at 463 South Pleasant Avenue
- Carried Higgins application (618 Frederick Street) to a future date
- Carried John & Shinae Shin application (330 Abbey Court) to July 14, 2026
- Approved addition and patio at 362 Crest Road
- Carried Matthew & Maggie Geudtner application (552 Hillcrest Road) to July 28, 2026
- Carried Moonlight Mile, LLC sign color discussion to May 26, 2026
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.
Call to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Statement required by the Open Public Meeting Act “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board in the Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News,
The Record and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule
including date and time of this meeting”.
Please note: A curfew of 11:00 PM is strictly adhered to by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of
the Village of Ridgewood. No new matter involving an Applicant will be started after 10:30 PM.
At 10:00 PM the Chairman will make a determination and advise Applicants as to whether they
will be heard. If an Applicant cannot be heard because of the lateness of the hour, the matter will
be carried over to a future meeting to be determined by the Board at 10:00 PM.
Roll call
Minutes: April 28, 2026
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments
Members of the public comments
Public hearings
New Business:
DR. PATRICK HIGGINS – An application to retain the existing detached garage on the property
as an accessory storage structure which would result in coverage by above grade structures on
the whole lot of 21.5%, and coverage by above grade structures within 140 feet of the front lot
line of 22.9%, where 20% is the maximum permitted, and insufficient side yard setback to Bilco
Step
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Meeting Minutes
May 12, 2026
Opening:
The public meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Village of Ridgewood was
called to order at 7:40 p.m.
Present: Greg Brown, Matthew Bandelt, Diana Ruhl, Jonathan Papietro, Yelena Raytser
and Matthew Swan were present. Also present were Bruce Whitaker, Esq., Board
Attorney; John Barree, Village Planner, and Jane Wondergem, Board Secretary. Jason
Curreri and Jamie Fox were absent.
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments – There were no comments at this time.
Members of the public comments – There were no comments at this time.
Public hearings:
Mr. Brown announced that the Higgins, 618 Frederick Str eet, application will be carried
with further notice.
New Business:
BRIAN & SAMANTHA KOKULAK – An application to permit the construction of a second
floor addition and covered front porch which would result in a side yard setback to the
addition of 9.1 feet and to the front porch of 9.5 feet, where 10 feet is required, and a
setback to the relocated AC units of 6 feet, where 10 feet is required at 463 South Pleasant
Avenue, Block 4601, Lot 13, in an R-2 Zone.
Brian and Samantha Kokulak, homeowners, were sworn.
Jennifer Schmitt was sworn and her credentials as a licensed architect accepted. Ms.
Schmitt described the lot as undersized and narrow. Ms. Schmitt went over the zoning
table and identified the variances being sought.
Ms. Schmitt showed the
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Mon May 11, 2026
Ridgewood Arts Council
El Consejo discute evento del Orgullo, exhibición de arte y reorganización
El Ridgewood Arts Council discutirá la logística para la Older Americans Art Exhibit, incluyendo etiquetas, recepción y refrigerios. También planificarán el evento del Orgullo el 6 de junio con bandas y el izado de una bandera, y abordarán la reorganización de la membresía del consejo y la selección del presidente/copresidente para el próximo año.
- Recepción y refrigerios de la Older Americans Art Exhibit (50 botellas de agua)
- Conferencia de Mallory Mortillaro sobre American Landscape Paintings el 16 de mayo
- Evento del Orgullo el 6 de junio con bandas (Marc's y Elie's) e izado de bandera
- Discusión sobre la membresía 'ligera' y la propuesta basada en proyectos
- Selección de presidente/copresidente para el próximo año
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✓ Decidido: Council discussed upcoming events and membership reorganization
The council reviewed upcoming events, including the Older Americans Art Exhibit, a Mallory Mortillaro lecture on American Landscape Paintings on May 16, and a Pride Event on June 6. They noted a need for an artist to decorate the lobby in January/February and discussed a “light” membership structure and project‑based proposals. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.
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Ridgewood Arts Council
May 11th
Rolling Agenda
Present:
Items Notes
Welcome and
Greetings
Upcoming Events Older Americans Art Exhibit
● Do we have all labels for the paintings
● What are we doing with the paintings that were not hanged?
● Reception:
● RAC table cover and other covers for the standing works of art
● What technology support do we need
● Refreshments
● Small water bottles - 50, 2 cases (Frank)
● Refreshments will be delivered
● Work collection/ storage/ and delivery
Mallory Mortillaro lecture on American Landscape Paintings will be on Saturday, May
16th at 2:00pm in the Library.
Pride Event Pride Event - June 6th, 11:00am - 4:00pm;
11:00am - 1:00pm - Marc ’s Band
Flag raising - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elie ’s band - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jamboree connection Looking for an artist for the Lobby decoration in January/February
Next Year
Reorganization
Discussion on “ light ” membership
Project-based proposal
Selection of chair/ co-chair
Ridgewood Arts
Foundation updates Salon - May 17th, 2026
Next Meeting June 15th
Mon May 11, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
La Comisión revisará la ordenanza propuesta sobre exhibiciones en las aceras y cinco solicitudes de construcción
La Comisión de Preservación Histórica llevará a cabo una reunión pública para revisar cinco solicitudes de alteraciones exteriores en propiedades históricas, que incluyen adiciones, renovaciones y señalización. La comisión también discutirá una ordenanza propuesta que regula las exhibiciones en las aceras. No hay votos finales programados sobre la ordenanza en esta reunión.
- Kiyak Residence, 252 Lincoln Avenue – adición y renovaciones propuestas
- Connect One Bank, 171 East Ridgewood Avenue – pintura exterior y nueva señalización
- Jennee, 235 West Ridgewood Avenue – adición y nuevo garaje
- Unitarian Society of Ridgewood, 113 Cottage Place – letrero independiente
- True Ascend, 11 South Broad Street – señalización
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
131 N. MAPLE AVENUE Phone: (201) 670-5500 X 240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450 Fax: (201) 670-7305
MONDAY, May 11, 2026
Public Meeting
CAUCUS ROOM, 4TH LEVEL, 7:30 P.M.
1. Call to orde r & Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meetings Act : –
Adequate notice of the list of 2026 Historic Preservation Commission meetings has
been provided to the Village Clerk’s office and posted on the Village of Ridgewood
website and was prominently posted on the bulletin board in the entry lobby of the
Village Hall.
2. Roll Call: Ferrante, Tsapatsaris, Summerville, Brady, Giuliani, Fuhrman, Latham
3. Adoption of Minutes: April 13, 2026
4. Applicants for Review:
➢ Kiyak Residen ce, 252 Lincoln Avenue – proposed addition and
renovations
➢ Connect One Bank, 171 East Ridgewood Avenue – exterior paint and
new signage
➢ Jennee, 235 West Ridgewood Avenue – Addition, new garage
➢ Unitarian Society of Ridgewood, 113 Cottage Place – freestanding
sign
➢ True Ascend, 11 South Broad Street - signage
5. Discussion items:
➢ Review of proposed Ordinance #4096 – “Sidewalk Displays”
6. Adjournment
Thu May 7, 2026
Green Ridgewood
Green Ridgewood discutirá subvención climática y estrategia de sopladores de hojas
El comité asesor de Green Ridgewood se reunirá para revisar actualizaciones sobre una solicitud de la NJ Climate Resiliency Planning Grant con la Saddle River Watershed Alliance y discutir una estrategia de sopladores de hojas para las flotas municipales. Los miembros también considerarán un posible nuevo estudio con Columbia University, revisarán los resultados de la Earth Day Fair y examinarán un presupuesto pro-forma de 2026 para el comité.
- Saddle River Watershed Alliance / NJ Climate Resiliency Planning Grant – seguimiento con siete comunidades, nueva solicitud de subvención y discusiones con Bergen County
- Subcomité de Gestión de Recursos y Conservación: estrategia de sopladores de hojas a futuro, conversión de la flota municipal y Advocates for Transforming Landscaping
- Posible nuevo estudio de Columbia University (Alina) – discusión sobre el alcance y la colaboración
- Recolección de restos de comida – éxito del Earth Day y planes de expansión
- Ingresos y gastos pro-forma de finanzas 2026 (Jane, David)
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✓ Decidido: April 9 2026 meeting minutes approved unanimously
The council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 9 2026 meeting. Future meeting dates were set for June 4, July 9, and September 3, 2026. No other substantive approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded in this session.
- Approved April 9 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Scheduled future meetings for June 4, July 9, and September 3 2026
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GREEN RIDGEWOOD AGENDA
May 7 , 202 6 , 7 :30-9: 30 PM
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, SENIOR LOUNGE
Administration
1. Welcome and Attendee Introductions
2. Approve Ap ril 9 th meeting minutes.
Updates/Discussion /Strategy
3. Chair Report , Green Ridgewood h ighlights (David) – 2 minutes
4. Village Council Liaison Report ( Pam ) – 10 minutes
5. Earth Day Fair Review (All) – 15 minutes
6. Village Council Annual Review (David, Pam) – 3 minutes
7. Saddle River Watershed Alliance/ NJ Climate Resiliency Planning Grant (David). -1 0 minutes
a. Summary of Follow up with seven communities
b. New Grant Application
c. Discussions with Bergen County
d. Next Steps
8. Potential New Columbia University Study (Alina) – 10 minutes
9. Parks & Rec . Join t Projects Activities (Geri, Julia , David ) - 5 Minutes
a. Habernickel
b. Vets
c. Graydon
10. Sports Equipment Recycling ( Beth ) – 5 minutes
11. Students Update : Sustainability Day, Future Initiatives (Julia, Anika, Miles): -5- 10 minutes
12. Resource Management & Conservation Subco mmittee ( P eter, Pam ) – 10 -15 minutes
a. Leaf Blower Strategy Moving Forward
i. Municipal fleet conversation
ii. A dvocates for Transforming Landscaping
b. Food Scraps – Earth Day Success & Expansion
c. Skip the Stuff – Public Outreach
d. Drought Data (David)
13. G reen Team Meeting -Strategy (Geri ) – 5 -10 minutes
14. Resilience, Flooding & Stormwate r (David, Pam) – 5 minutes
a. New Initiatives : NJIT, Potential Grants, etc. (David)
15. Communications Subcommittee
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Wed May 6, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Sesión cerrada para nombramientos de juntas y comités
Esta es una reunión pública especial del Concejo de Ridgewood Village. La agenda es principalmente procedimental, siendo el único punto sustantivo una sesión cerrada para discutir nombramientos de personal en juntas y comités. No hay votos ni decisiones públicas programadas.
- Resolución para entrar en sesión cerrada por personal – nombramientos en juntas y comités
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VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING
MAY 6, 2026
7:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order - Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
MAYOR: "Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided
by a posting on the bulletin board in Village Hall,
by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by
submission to all persons entitled to same as provided
by law of a schedule including the date and time of
this meeting, and as per P.L. 2025, Chapter 72, was
also posted on the Village of Ridgewood’s Legal Notices
page at ridgewoodnj.net."
3. Roll Call
4. Comments from the Public (Not to exceed 3 minutes per person)
5. Resolution to go into Closed Session
6. Closed Session
Personnel – Appointments to Boards and Committees
7. Adjournment
Wed May 6, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Concejo considerará establecer un programa de estacionamiento para personas mayores en el centro
El Concejo del Pueblo llevará a cabo un taller público para discutir y potencialmente actuar sobre una serie de temas, incluyendo el establecimiento de un programa de estacionamiento para personas mayores en el Central Business District, la adjudicación de varios contratos para vehículos y servicios, y la modificación de las tarifas para trabajos externos del departamento de policía y el uso de campos atléticos. También recibirán una actualización anual de Green Ridgewood y considerarán la transferencia de una licencia de licor.
- Establecer programa de estacionamiento para personas mayores en el Central Business District
- Adjudicar contrato bajo el State Contract para una camioneta Ford Maverick Hybrid (Clean Communities Program)
- Adjudicar contrato para pavimentación
- Modificar las Tarifas del Capítulo 145 para trabajos externos del departamento de policía
- Autorizar la transferencia de la licencia de licor de PRM Liquor a Lucky Family Liquor
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✓ Decidido: Council held a public work session; no formal actions were taken
The Village Council met on May 6, 2026 for a public work session at Ridgewood Village Hall. Councilmembers Mortimer, Perron, Winograd, Mayor Vagianos and others heard public comments on senior parking, houses of worship, and artificial turf. The Village Manager reported a Platinum Safety Award, a $150 million PFAS treatment investment, $1,235,000 in grants, and announced a downtown parking survey and several community events. No formal decisions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the session.
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Comments as well as during Public Hearings during the meeting.
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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
MAY 6 , 202 6
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “ Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News , The Record , and by
submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule
including the date and time of this meeting . A n o tic e o f th is m e e tin g w a s a lso p o ste d
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3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag S alute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 4 0 Minutes in Total )
6. V
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Village Council Public Work Session
May 6 , 2026
A PUBLIC WORK SESSION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURTROOM OF THE
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NEW
JERSEY, ON MAY 6, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the meeting to order at 7:34 p.m. and read the Statement of Compliance
with the Open Public Meetings Act . At roll call, the following were present: Councilmembers
Mortimer , Perron, Winograd, and Mayor Vagianos. Councilmember Weitz was not yet present.
Also present were Keith Kazmark, Village Manager; Heather Mailander, Village Clerk; and
Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney. Ms. Mailander subsequently announced that Councilmember
Weitz had arrived during the public comment period.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Anne Loving, a Ridgewood resident, thanked Mr. Kazmark for his responsiveness, noting with
pleasure that the third convex safety mirror had been restored in the pedestrian tunnel at the
Ridgewood Train Station and that it was perfectly placed.
Carol Maloney, a Ridgewood resident and senior citizen, spoke on behalf of several members of
H ighlights In L eisure T ime (HILT) in support of the proposed senior parking program in the
Central Business District. Ms. Maloney asked the Village Council to consider the needs of seniors
who rely on
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Tue May 5, 2026
Planning Board
La Junta de Planificación revisará la ordenanza propuesta sobre exhibiciones en las aceras
La Junta de Planificación de Ridgewood discutirá el Informe Anual 2025 de la Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación y revisará la Ordenanza propuesta #4096, que establecería un nuevo capítulo titulado 'Sidewalk Displays'. La junta también escuchará comentarios públicos sobre temas que no estén pendientes ante la junta, recibirá actualizaciones profesionales y considerará la adopción de las actas del 17 de marzo de 2026.
- Discusión del Informe Anual 2025 de la Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación
- Revisión de la Ordenanza propuesta #4096 que establece un capítulo de 'Sidewalk Displays'
- Comentarios públicos sobre temas que no estén pendientes ante la junta
- Adopción de las actas del 17 de marzo de 2026
- Posible sesión ejecutiva
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✓ Decidido: Planning Board reviews zoning recommendations and sidewalk display ordinance
The Board discussed several recommendations from the Zoning Board of Adjustment annual report regarding fences, billboards, lot requirements, and home offices. Members also reviewed a proposed ordinance to establish a new chapter for sidewalk displays. The Board will send a letter to the Council stating that the sidewalk display ordinance is not inconsistent with the Master Plan.
- Adopted April 7, 2026 minutes
- Agreed to modify the 'Home Office Uses' ordinance
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
PLANNING BOARD
131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE PHONE: (201) 670-5500 x 2240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450
PLANNING BOARD
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE/AGENDA
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Village Hall Court Room - 7:30 P.M.
(all timeframes and the order of agenda items below are approximate and subject to change)
1. 7:30 p.m. - Call to Order, Statement of Compliance, Flag Salute, Roll Call - In accordance with the provisions of
Section 10:4-8d of the Open Public Meetings Act, the date, location, and time of the commencement of this
meeting is reflected in a meeting notice, a copy of which schedule has been filed with the Village Manager and
the Village Clerk, The Ridgewood News and The Record newspapers, and posted on the bulletin board in the
entry lobby of the Village municipal offices at 131 North Maple Avenue , and on the Village website , all in
accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act.
2. 7:35 p.m. – 7:40 p.m. – Public Comments on Topics not Pending Before the Board
3. 7:40 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. – Committee/Commission/Professional Updates for Non Agenda Topics;
Correspondence Received by the Board
4. 7:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. – Discussion re: Zoning Board of Adjustment 2025 Annual Report
5. 8:15 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. – Review of proposed Ordinance #4096 – An Ordinance to Establish a New Chapter
Entitled “Sidewalk Displays”
6. 8:45 p.m. – 8:50 p.m. – Adoption of Minutes: March 17, 2026
7. 8:40 p.m. – E
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Ridgewood Planning Board
Regular Public Meeting
May 5, 2026
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The following minutes are a summary of the Planning Board meeting of May 5 , 2026.
Interested parties may request an audio recording of the meeting from the Board
Secretary for a fee.
Call to Order & Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act: Mr. Joel called the
meeting to order at 7:34 p.m.
Roll Call – The following members were present: Rob Willis, John Young, Deputy Mayor Perron, Richard
Joel, Michael Stern, Jim Van Goor, David Refkin, Reese Campbell and Elizabet Timofeeva. Fran Barto and
Sammy Thomas were absent. Also present were Christopher Martin, Esq., Board Attorney; John Barree,
Village Planner; and Jane Wondergem, Board Secretary.
Public Comments on Topics not Pending Before the Board – There were no comments at this
time.
Committee/Commission/Professional Updates for Non Agenda Topics -
Deputy Mayor Perron provided a Council update.
Mr. Refkin provided a Green Ridgewood update.
Discussion re: Zoning Board of Adjustment 2025 Annual Report – Mr. Barree explained that each year
the Zoning Board of Adjustment prepares an annual report, based on the cases heard by the Board.
The Board discussed the recommendations made on the report. The first recommendation is to augment
Section 190-124.F, in the Village Code, in regards to the materials permitted and the spacing between
the bars for front yard fences.
Board members asked why large diameter vinyl f
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Tue May 5, 2026
Fields Committee
El comité adoptará la política de campos, discutirá eventos de la Copa del Mundo y horarios de verano
Esta reunión incluye la adopción final de una Política de Instalaciones Recreativas y Campos, la discusión de los horarios de verano de 2026 para diversas organizaciones deportivas y actualizaciones sobre proyectos que incluyen la restauración de campos en Veterans Field, la instalación de un marcador en Maple Park y la restauración de las canchas de tenis de RHS. Además, habrá una discusión sobre las fiestas de visualización de la Copa del Mundo de la FIFA y los eventos de fanfest.
- Adopción final de la Política de Instalaciones Recreativas y Campos (K. Kazmark y M. Schwarz)
- Fecha límite de los horarios de verano de 2026 para deportes varsity, organizaciones juveniles y eventos especiales
- Proyecto de restauración de Veterans Field
- Instalación de marcador en Maple Park
- Fiesta de visualización de la Copa del Mundo de la FIFA (12 de junio, Memorial Park/Van Neste Square) y fanfest (19 de junio, Vets Field)
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✓ Decidido: Fields Recreational Facility Policy formally adopted
The Fields Working Group adopted the final Fields Recreational Facility Policy, which had already been approved by the Village Council and Board of Education and posted on both agency websites. The group also approved the March 3, 2026 meeting minutes and unanimously passed a motion to adjourn. The Village Council resolution to apply for a grant to improve Upper Citizens Field was noted, and soil remediation work at Schedler began.
- Adopted Fields Recreational Facility Policy (final adoption)
- Approved March 3, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Motion to adjourn approved by all members
- Village Council resolution to apply for grant for Upper Citizens Field passed
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AGENDA FIELDS 5.5.2026
RIDGEWOOD FIELDS WORKING GROUP
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 8:00 am
Ed Center-2nd Floor Board Room
Agenda
www.ridgewoodnj.net
I. Roll Call - RHS Athletics, RBSA, RLA, RJFA, RASA, RSA, Maroons Club, BOE Liaison, PRC Liaison,
Village Council Liaison, Rebels/Biddy Basketball, Community School, RJW, BOE Facilities Director,
Village Member at large, Hoops Club, Open Space Liaison, Roller Hockey
II. Approval of Minutes – April 7, 2026
III. Fields and Recreational Facility Policy/Final Adoption-K. Kazmark & M. Schwarz
IV. 2026 Summer Schedules – Deadline 5/1/2026
• RHS Varsity Sports Schedules
• Youth Sports Organizations
• Special Events/New Program Requests
V. ADA Compliance Communication Flyers/Discussion
VI. 2026 Spring/Summer Special Events
• May 8 & 9/ LAX Day
• May 25/ Memorial Day Run
• June 19 – 21/ Maroons Tournament
• July 6 – 16/ Hommen Baseball Camp
• July 20 – Aug. 28/ MSC Summer Camp
• Other
VII. Facility Maintenance
• Ball Fields
• Portable Restroom Units
• Infield Fencing
• Other
VIII. 2026 Projects
• Field Restoration/Veterans Field
• Scoreboard Installation/Maple Park
• RHS Tennis Court Restoration
IX. Fields Group/ Member Reports
• RHS Athletics-K. Cook
• RBSA-S. Muller
• RLA-K. Springer
• RJFA-J. Perrapato
• RASA - P. Holmes
• RSA-T. Trubac
• Rebels/Biddy Basketball - J. Cosgrove
• Hoops Basketball – P. Thomas
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• Maroons-J. Feeney
• BOE-M. Micale
• VOR-S. Winogr
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Thu Apr 30, 2026
Community Center Advisory Board
Mejoras del centro comunitario y cambios en los estatutos en la agenda de la CCAB
La Junta Asesora del Centro Comunitario de Ridgewood discutirá actualizaciones sobre una propuesta y un contrato para mejoras del centro comunitario, aprobará cambios en los estatutos y revisará los esfuerzos de recaudación de fondos. La junta también escuchará informes de los comités y planificará próximos eventos, incluyendo un Lunch and Learn sobre protección contra el robo de identidad.
- Actualizaciones sobre la propuesta y el contrato de mejoras del Centro Comunitario
- Aprobar cambios en los estatutos para la CCAB y la Junta de la Fundación
- Actualización de la carta para donantes de Joanne
- Renovación de las suscripciones de GoDaddy (12 de junio) y 4agoodcause (20 de mayo)
- Próximo Lunch and Learn el 12 de mayo: 'Protecting Your Identity Online' por Sheila Brogan
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AGENDA
Community Center Advisory Board Meeting
Thursday, April 30 , 2026
5:00 - 6:00 pm. Garden Room – Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Avenue
5:00 pm Call to Order
Approve April 9, 2026 Minutes
Treasurer ’s Reports, CCORF and Taub Foundation.
Old Business – Community Center Improvement Updates on Proposal and Contract
1 . New Treasurer ?
2. Next Lunch and Learn – Tuesday, May 12 th . Age Friendly Ridgewood Sponsoring;
presentation and lunch. Sheila Brogan will present “Protecting Your Identity Online ”.
Thank you to everyone ’s assistance at No Fuss Lunch and at the March Lunch and Learn.
3 . Need all b oard members ’ participation now – Action Items for Fundraiser/Specific jobs
4 . Donor Letter Update from Joanne – Joann ’s letter to Lunch Bunch friends/donations .
5. Decipher CCAB and Foundation Board Members serving capacities. Approve Changes to
by-laws
6 . Go Daddy Renews on June 12, 2026 4 agoodcause Renews on May 20, 2026 (keeping
both which was approved at last meeting; fundraising to commence this year
Committee Reports:
Village Business
Age - Friendly
Civic Youth Corps Members – Senior Tech Day May 3 rd ; Senior Bagel Breakfast; future events
PRC
New Business: meeting guests
ADJOURN
NEXT MEETING May 28 , 202 6
Tue Apr 28, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Expansión de iglesia y varianza de uso en 6 South Monroe Street
La Junta de Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre la solicitud de West Side Presbyterian Church para la aprobación preliminar y final del plan maestro del sitio, una varianza de uso y varianzas relacionadas para rehabilitar y ampliar el establo existente, agregar una cuenca de biorretención, un patio delantero, un laberinto y mejoras de estacionamiento en 6 South Monroe Street. La junta también formalizará resoluciones para cuatro solicitudes anteriores: Zumbolo, Passaro, Lair/Atwater y Jeffrey. La reunión impone un toque de queda a las 11:00 PM sin nuevos asuntos después de las 10:30 PM.
- West Side Presbyterian Church – plan maestro preliminar y final del sitio, varianza de uso, expansión de uso no conforme, varianza del índice de área de piso en 6 South Monroe Street (Block 2404, Lot 3 y Block 2403, Lot 17.01) en Zona R-110
- Formalización de resolución para Zumbolo, 55 Valley View Avenue
- Formalización de resolución para Passaro, 349 Carlton Terrace
- Formalización de resolución para Lair/Atwater, 626 Wyndemere Avenue
- Formalización de resolución para Jeffrey, 126 Linden Street
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.
Call to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Statement required by the Open Public Meeting Act “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board in the Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News,
The Record and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule
including date and time of this meeting”.
Please note: A curfew of 11:00 PM is strictly adhered to by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of
the Village of Ridgewood. No new matter involving an Applicant will be started after 10:30 PM.
At 10:00 PM the Chairman will make a determination and advise Applicants as to whether they
will be heard. If an Applicant cannot be heard because of the lateness of the hour, the matter will
be carried over to a future meeting to be determined by the Board at 10:00 PM.
Roll call
Minutes: April 14, 2026
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments
Members of the public comments
Public hearings
New Business:
WEST SIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF RIDGEWOOD NEW JERSEY – An application for
preliminary an d final major site plan approval , for a use variance , for an expansion of a
preexisting, nonconforming use, for a conditional use variance, for a floor area r atio variance,
and for related variances to rehabilitate and construct addition to the existing barn , install a
bioretention b
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Tue Apr 28, 2026
Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board
La Junta votará sobre la adopción final de la Política de Uso de Instalaciones Recreativas y Campos
La Junta de Parques, Recreación y Conservación llevará a cabo su reunión de reorganización y considerará la adopción final de la Política de Uso de Instalaciones Recreativas y Campos. Otros puntos del orden del día incluyen informes de los enlaces, actualizaciones sobre eventos y proyectos de parques, y la revisión del Programa de Árboles/Bancos Conmemorativos y la iniciativa Slow Mow May. Hay disponibilidad de comentarios públicos.
- Adopción final de la Política de Uso de Instalaciones Recreativas y Campos
- Revisión del Programa de Árboles/Bancos Conmemorativos
- Discusión de la iniciativa Slow Mow May
- Proyectos de Jardines de Lluvia en Veterans Field, Graydon Pool y Habernickel Park (2 de mayo de 2026)
- Próximos proyectos: Sombrillas en Graydon Pool, parque infantil y pabellón de Kings Pond Park, resuperficie del Skatepark en Maple Park
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✓ Decidido: Parks board unanimously approved March 2026 minutes
The Ridgewood Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board approved the March 2026 meeting minutes. The approval was made by motions from L. Kloak and a second motion from J. Buckley, with all members voting in favor. No other formal actions or votes were recorded at this meeting.
- Approved March 2026 board minutes (unanimous)
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PARKS, RECREATIO N, AND CONSERVATION REORGANIZATION BOARD MEETING
April 28 , 202 6 at 7:30 pm /Agenda , the Stable
AGENDA PRC Board 4.28.26
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I. Correspondence
II. Approval of March 24, 2026 Meeting Minutes
III. PRC Board – Liaison/Committee Reports
Village Council – F. Mortimer
Board of Ed – S. Brogan
Open Space Committee – J. Morgan
Fields Committee – C. Holt
Shade Tree Commission – K. Heighington
Green Ridgewood – J. Buckley
Community Center Advisory Board - L. Kloa k
Ridgewood Beautification Team - N. Bigos
IV. Fields and Recreational Facility Use Policy /Final Adoption
V. Park Events Schedule/NY/NJ Park Workdays /Park Walks
VI. PRC Board Visibility and Community Outreach
VII. Memorial Tree/Bench Program Review
VIII. Slow Mow May
IX. RHS Student Memorial Tree Program/Proposal
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Quarterly Report
Habernickel Park Work Day/May 3 rd – 10am-2pm
XI. Rain Garden Projects – Saturday May 2, 2026
Veterans Field
Graydon Pool
Habernickel Park
XII. Upcoming- Spring /Summer Projects/Update
Sun Shades/Graydon Pool
Community Forestry Management Plan /Shade Tree Commission
Playground/Kings
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Wed Apr 22, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Concejo discutirá las reglas de exhibición en las aceras del Distrito Central de Negocios
Esta reunión de taller público del Concejo de Ridgewood Village incluye la discusión de una ordenanza propuesta que regula las exhibiciones en las aceras del Distrito Central de Negocios y decisiones sobre tres adjudicaciones de contratos: eliminación de residuos de jardín y recortes terrestres, un camión de señales para el Departamento de Señalización a través de NJ Cooperative Purchasing, y una barredora de calles para el Departamento de Calles a través de Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing. Se reciben comentarios del público en dos puntos de la reunión. Una reunión pública especial sigue a la sesión de trabajo con una agenda separada que no se detalla aquí.
- Discusión de la Ordenanza de Exhibiciones en las Aceras del Distrito Central de Negocios
- Adjudicación de contrato para la eliminación de residuos de jardín y recortes terrestres
- Adjudicación de contrato bajo el Programa NJ Cooperative Purchasing para un camión de señales para el Departamento de Señalización
- Adjudicación de contrato bajo el Programa Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing para una barredora de calles para el Departamento de Calles
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✓ Decidido: Council held public work session with reports and community updates
The Village Council heard public comments and received a report from the Village Manager on soil remediation work at the Schedler property and upcoming stormwater pipe inspections. Additional announcements covered yard waste collection, irrigation schedules, upcoming festivals, and other community events. No formal motions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during this session.
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PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
APRIL 22 , 202 6
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “ Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News , The Record , by submission to all
persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and time of
this meeting . A n o tic e o f th is m e e tin g w a s a lso p o ste d o n th e V illa g e o f R id g e w o o d ’s L e g a l
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4. Flag S alute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 4 0 Minutes in Total )
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Wed Apr 22, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Concejo Municipal considera subvenciones para un parque, un túnel histórico y un bono de agua de $4M
El Concejo Municipal de Ridgewood llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre dos solicitudes de subvención: una subvención de contrapartida de $67,320 para renovar Upper Field en Citizens Park y una subvención de contrapartida de $541,880 para restaurar el túnel peatonal en la Ridgewood Train Station. El concejo también considerará una ordenanza de bonos por hasta $4,000,000 para financiar plantas de tratamiento de PFAS para el sistema de agua del pueblo y una ordenanza para permitir exhibiciones en las aceras en el distrito comercial central. Los elementos adicionales incluyen el nombramiento de un miembro para el Open Space Committee y la adjudicación de un contrato para una parada de taxis en la estación de tren.
- Solicitud de subvención del Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund (hasta $67,320) para renovar Upper Field en Citizens Park
- Solicitud de subvención del Bergen County Historic Preservation Trust Fund (hasta $541,880) para restaurar el túnel peatonal en Ridgewood Train Station
- Ordenanza 4095 – Apropiación suplementaria de bonos (NTE $4,000,000) para plantas de tratamiento de PFAS
- Ordenanza 4096 – Permitir exhibiciones en las aceras en el Central Business District
- Adjudicación de contrato para parada de taxis en Ridgewood Train Station (hasta $510/mes más $1,300 de estacionamiento, total anual de $7,420)
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✓ Decidido: Ridgewood Council applies for grants to improve Citizens Park and train station tunnel
The Village Council approved two grant applications to Bergen County for park and infrastructure restorations. The council also held a public hearing on a proposed sidewalk display ordinance and a bond ordinance for PFAS treatment plants.
- Approved $67,320 grant application for Citizens Park Upper Field renovation (4-0)
- Approved $541,880 grant application for Ridgewood Train Station pedestrian tunnel restoration (4-0)
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
Planning Board
Reunión de la Junta de Planificación del 21 de abril cancelada
La reunión de la Junta de Planificación de Ridgewood programada para el 21 de abril de 2026 ha sido cancelada. No se discutirán temas. La próxima reunión ordinaria está programada para el 5 de mayo de 2026.
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PLANNING BOARD
PLANNING BOARD
AMENDMENT TO MEETING SCHEDULE
CANCELED: April 21, 2026
In accordance with the provisions of the "Open Public Meetings Act," please be advised that the
PLANNING BOARD public meeting and work session for TUESDAY, APRIL 21 , 2026 , in the
VILLAGE HALL COURT ROOM, 4th Floor, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ
beginning at 7:30 p.m. has been canceled.
The next regular meeting will be held on May 5, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall Courtroom, 4 th
Floor, 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ.
All meetings of the Ridgewood Planning Board (i.e., official public meetings, work session meetings, pre-
meeting assemblies and special meetings) are public meetings, which are always open to members of the
general public.
cc: PB Members
Ridgewood News
The Record
Village Clerk
Village Bulletin Board
Village Website
Tue Apr 21, 2026
Stigma-Free Committee
El Comité Stigma-Free discutirá la colaboración con West Bergen Mental Healthcare
El Comité Stigma-Free de Ridgewood aprobará las actas, resumirá la campaña de donación de sangre del 26 de marzo con 35 donantes, recibirá un informe del Village Council y discutirá una colaboración con West Bergen Mental Healthcare para mayo de 2026. También revisarán eventos próximos, incluyendo la capacitación en intervención contra el suicidio y un programa de cuidado.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior
- Resumen de The Gary Letizia Blood Drive (35 donantes exitosos)
- Informe del Village Council de Siobhan Winograd
- Discusión de la colaboración con West Bergen Mental Healthcare para mayo de 2026
- Eventos próximos: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (28-29 de abril), Basics of Caregiving (19 de mayo), Bergen County Stigma-Free Symposium (13 de mayo)
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Ridgewood Stigma-Free Meeting Agenda April 21 , 2026
1. Welcome & A pproval of M inutes ( Dawn Cetrulo )
2. Recap of E vents ( Dawn Cetrulo ):
a. March 26, 2026 - The Gary Letizia Blood Drive ( 35 successful donors)
3. Village Council Report (Siobhan Winograd)
4. Collaboration with West Bergen Mental Healthcare for May 2026
5. C ommittee News a nd Upcoming Events :
a. April 28, 2026 and April 29, 2026 - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training –
Bergen ’s Promise and New Bridge
b. May 19, 2026 - The Basics of Caregiving – Program with Valley
c. May 13,2026 8:30 AM - Bergen County ’s Annual Stigma-Free Symposium
Next meeting June 16, 2026 at 3 :00 pm via Zoom.
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Mon Apr 20, 2026
Ridgewood Arts Council
Planificación para la Exhibición de Arte de mayo y el Evento del Orgullo de junio
El Ridgewood Arts Council discute eventos próximos, incluyendo la Older Americans Art Exhibit (montaje el 1 de mayo en la Library, recepción el 12 de mayo, 7-9pm) y el Pride Event el 6 de junio, 11am-4pm. También revisan eventos pasados, logística para la recolección de obras y distribución de volantes, y una solicitud de decoración para el Jamboree. La próxima reunión está programada para el 11 de mayo.
- Older Americans Art Exhibit montaje el 1 de mayo en la Library
- Recepción el 12 de mayo, 7:00pm-9:00pm con montaje a las 6:00pm
- Pride Event el 6 de junio, 11:00am-4:00pm con mercado y actividades infantiles
- Jamboree busca artista local para decoración del vestíbulo en febrero
- Discusión de la próxima reunión el 11 de mayo
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Ridgewood Arts Council
April 20th
Rolling Agenda
Present:
Items Notes
Welcome and
Greetings
Debrief of Events Children in the Arts
Artist talk with Tamara Freeman
Upcoming Events Older Americans Art Exhibit
Parameters for work collection
May 1st - Hanging of the work in the Library
May 12th - Reception; 7:00pm - 9:00pm ( we can start setting up at 6:00pm)
● Reception Program
● Logistics
● Flyer announcing the exhibit and reception
● Flyer distribution:
● Work collection/ storage/ and delivery
Pride Event Pride Event - June 6th, 11:00am - 4:00pm; marketplace; Pride Event - think about
the RAC connection
Flag painting during the event for the kids/ potential face stickers, Water color
activity (Gloria ’s suggested)
Jamboree connection Jamboree is looking for a local artist/ creative who can support with the decoration
of the Lobby/ Front of the House for the week of the show in February:
Involves decoration in connection to the theme and creative framing of the senior
parents and their children photos in the lobby
Ridgewood Arts
Foundation updates
Next Meeting and
discussion about next
year
May 11th
Thu Apr 16, 2026
Citizens Safety Advisory Committee
El comité de seguridad discutirá las reglas de las bicicletas eléctricas y los peligros de la intersección de Doremus-Ackerman
El Citizens Safety Advisory Committee escuchará actualizaciones de la policía y de ingeniería sobre la aplicación de las normas de las bicicletas eléctricas, las obstrucciones del triángulo de visibilidad, el reporte de incidentes y la intersección de Doremus & Ackerman. No se enumeran nuevos asuntos. La reunión incluye comentarios consultivos del público y asuntos pendientes para discusión.
- Actualizaciones sobre bicicletas eléctricas del Ridgewood Police Department
- Actualizaciones de Ingeniería sobre las ubicaciones de obstrucción del Triángulo de Visibilidad
- Actualizaciones del RPD sobre el reporte de incidentes/accidentes
- Discusión sobre la intersección de Doremus and Ackerman (Engineering, RPD)
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✓ Decidido: CSAC discusses Orchard School traffic and approves sidewalk design contract
The committee discussed traffic safety at Orchard School and the Daffodil Festival. The committee approved a final design contract modification for sidewalk projects. No formal votes were recorded.
- Approved final design contract modification for sidewalk projects (NJDOT)
- Discussed Orchard School traffic signal green time increase (County approved)
- Discussed Orchard School parking map distribution (RPD created)
- Discussed e-bike guidance (RPD waiting on state-level guidance)
- Discussed sight triangle enforcement (142 properties addressed, 13 outstanding)
- Discussed March 2026 collision totals (Police shared data)
- Discussed Downtown parking survey (planned for distribution)
- Discussed North Broad St. repaving (scheduled)
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CSAC MEETING AGENDA
APRIL 16, 2026 – 7:00 PM
SENIOR LOUNGE, VILLAGE HALL
I. CSAC PROTOCOL STATEMENT
II. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
a. Advisory Comments
III. OLD BUSINESS
a. E-bikes updates (RPD)
b. Sight Triangle Obstruction locations updates (Engineering)
c. Incident/Accident Reporting updates (RPD)
d. Social Media (Bamberg)
e. CBDAC update (Rahman)
f. Doremus and Ackerman intersection (Engineering, RPD)
IV. NEW BUSINESS
V. NEW IDEAS
VI. ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT SCHEDULED CSAC MEETING: MAY 21, 2026, AT
7:00 PM (SENIOR LOUNGE)
Tue Apr 14, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
La Junta de Zonificación de Ridgewood escuchará seis solicitudes de varianza para viviendas y letreros comerciales
La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Ridgewood llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre seis solicitudes de varianza para propiedades residenciales y comerciales. Los solicitantes buscan aprobaciones para retranqueos, límites de cobertura y señalización no permitidos por la zonificación actual. La junta también discutirá una extensión de la aprobación de varianza para una propiedad en Phelps Road y formalizará una resolución para un desarrollo de lotes múltiples en South Broad Street.
- Dr. Patrick Higgins – conservar el garaje independiente existente como almacenamiento accesorio, excediendo los límites de cobertura en 618 Frederick Street.
- Brian & Stephanie Zumbolo – construir una ventana de caja y un nuevo garaje independiente con múltiples varianzas de cobertura y retranqueo en 55 Valley View Avenue.
- Steven & Kristen Passaro – construir una adición de un piso con retranqueo del patio lateral y un patio modificado con retranqueo reducido en 349 Carlton Terrace.
- Bryan & Lisamarie Jeffrey – construir una terraza trasera que excede los límites de cobertura sobre el nivel del suelo en 126 Linden Street.
- Glenn Carlough – instalar un letrero de pared y un letrero de bandera para un negocio en el piso superior, no permitidos en la Zona B-1 en 51 North Broad Street.
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✓ Decidido: Board approved several variances and denied a sign application
The Ridgewood Zoning Board of Adjustment approved variance requests for the Passaro, Zumbolo, Jeffrey, Lair, and a second sign at 51 North Broad Street, while denying the original sign request. A one‑year extension was granted for a variance at 58 Phelps Road, and a resolution for Les Dann LLC was memorialized.
- Approved Passaro addition and play‑structure variance (motion passed)
- Approved Zumbolo box window and garage variance with conditions (motion passed)
- Approved Jeffrey rear‑deck variance with deck reduction condition (5‑2 vote)
- Denied original sign application for 51 North Broad Street (motion failed)
- Approved second wall sign and second blade sign with color‑review condition (5‑2 vote)
- Approved Lair two‑story rear addition variance (motion passed)
- Approved one‑year extension of variance for 58 Phelps Road (motion passed)
- Memorialized resolution for Les Dann LLC property on South Broad Street
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.
Call to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Statement required by the Open Public Meeting Act “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board in the Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News,
The Record and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule
including date and time of this meeting”.
Please note: A curfew of 11:00 PM is strictly adhered to by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of
the Village of Ridgewood. No new matter involving an Applicant will be started after 10:30 PM.
At 10:00 PM the Chairman will make a determination and advise Applicants as to whether they
will be heard. If an Applicant cannot be heard because of the lateness of the hour, the matter will
be carried over to a future meeting to be determined by the Board at 10:00 PM.
Roll call
Minutes: March 24, 2026
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments
Members of the public comments
Public hearings
New Business:
DR. PATRICK HIGGINS – An application to retain the existing detached garage on the property
as an accessory storage structure which would result in coverage by above grade sturctures on
the whole lot of 21.1%, and coverage by above grade structures within 140 feet of the front lot
line of 22.5%, where 20% is the maximum permitted at 618 Frederick Street, Block 3507, Lot 2,
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Tue Apr 14, 2026
Shade Tree Commission
La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra planificará el Daffodil Fest y la iniciativa de 1000 árboles
La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra aprobará las actas de reuniones anteriores y recibirá actualizaciones sobre la iniciativa de 1000 árboles, la planificación del Daffodil Fest y la ingeniería de PSEG. También discutirán la adición de publicaciones en redes sociales sobre la sustitución de árboles callejeros y consejos para el Daffodil Fest.
- Aprobar las actas de las reuniones del 10 de febrero y el 3 de marzo
- Actualización sobre la ingeniería de PSEG con respecto a los árboles
- Informe de progreso sobre la iniciativa de 1000 árboles
- Planificación para el Daffodil Fest el 26 de abril de 2026
- Agregar publicaciones mensuales en redes sociales sobre la sustitución de árboles caídos y el Daffodil Fest
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✓ Decidido: PSEG to trim trees near power lines on specified Ridgewood streets
The Commission reviewed PSEG's plan to trim trees to protect power lines this year. PSEG must provide 45 days' notice before street work and will focus on the upper two nodes of poles. The Commission also discussed upcoming Arbor Day communications and Daffodil Fest planning.
- Approved March 2026 meeting minutes
- Noted PSEG requirement to provide 45-day notice before tree trimming
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Village of Ridgewood
Shade Tree Commission
April 14 , 202 6 , 7:30pm
Garden Room, Village Hall
ADMINISTRATION
-Call to order
-M inutes from February 1 0 th and March 3 rd meeting to be approved.
REPORTS
-U pdates from the co-chairs , summarizing noteworthy developments (Adam/Nancy B-H)
-Update from the Council liaison
-PSEG engineer update. Engineering will be attending.
- Forestry update
- 1000 tree initiative (Tim H)
-Daffodil Fest 4/26/26 (all)
-High School Green Team progress (Yuna)
-A dding posting to village communications/social media “ Street tree fallen tree/daffodil fest/door
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Please limit comments to 3 minutes
ADJOURNMENT
N ext meeting, Tuesday, May 12 , at 7:30 pm , Garden Room, Village Hall
Mon Apr 13, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
La Comisión revisará dos propuestas de ampliación residencial
La Comisión de Preservación Histórica llevará a cabo una reunión pública para considerar dos solicitudes: una propuesta de ampliación y renovaciones en 252 Lincoln Avenue (Residencia Kiyak) y una propuesta de ampliación de un solárium en 362 Crest Road (Residencia Qua). La comisión también adoptará las actas de su reunión del 9 de marzo de 2026.
- Residencia Kiyak, 252 Lincoln Avenue – propuesta de ampliación y renovaciones
- Residencia Qua, 362 Crest Road – propuesta de ampliación de un solárium
- Adopción de las actas del 9 de marzo de 2026
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
131 N. MAPLE AVENUE Phone: (201) 670-5500 X 240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450 Fax: (201) 670-7305
MONDAY, April 13, 2026
Public Meeting
CAUCUS ROOM, 4TH LEVEL, 7:30 P.M.
1. Call to orde r & Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meetings Act : –
Adequate notice of the list of 2026 Historic Preservation Commission meetings has
been provided to the Village Clerk’s office and posted on the Village of Ridgewood
website and was prominently posted on the bulletin board in the entry lobby of the
Village Hall.
2. Roll Call: Ferrante, Tsapatsaris, Summerville, Brady, Giuliani, Fuhrman, Latham
3. Adoption of Minutes: March 9, 2026
4. Applicants for Review:
➢ Kiyak Residen ce, 252 Lincoln Avenue – proposed addition an d
renovations
➢ Qua Residence, 362 Crest Road – proposed sunroom addition
5. Adjournment
Thu Apr 9, 2026
Open Space Committee
El Comité de Espacios Abiertos discutirá la ejecución del referéndum fiscal y el saldo de los fondos
El Comité de Espacios Abiertos de Ridgewood discutirá la ejecución del reciente referéndum fiscal de espacios abiertos, incluyendo el seguimiento del saldo de los fondos, el cronograma del flujo de ingresos, la implementación de proyectos y los procesos de subvenciones. El comité también finalizará los planes para el evento Daffodil/Earth Day el 26 de abril y considerará a un nuevo miembro del comité.
- Finalizar el evento Daffodil/Earth Day programado para el 26 de abril
- Discusión sobre el saldo de los fondos del referéndum fiscal y el cronograma del flujo de ingresos
- Descripción general del proceso de solicitud de subvenciones, contactos y opciones de agencias
- Aprobación de las notas de la reunión de marzo
- Nombramiento del nuevo miembro del comité Rick Brownell
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✓ Decidido: Committee to discuss Open Space budget and property acquisition
The Open Space Committee approved March meeting notes and discussed utilizing the 2025 tax referendum funds for land acquisition and stewardship. The group agreed to brainstorm future steps at the next meeting.
- Approved March meeting notes
- Discussed utilizing 2025 referendum funds for land acquisition
- Agreed to brainstorm next steps at next meeting
- Scheduled Daffodil Fair/Earth Day materials
- Confirmed Park Event Walk Leaders
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OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE AGENDA
APRIL 9 th , 2026, at 6 :00pm
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Agenda
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I. Public Comment – 3 minutes per Person /30 Minutes T otal
II. Approval of March Meeting Notes
III. Committee Membership – Rick B rownell - New Member
IV. Liaison Reports
Village Council – F . Mortimer
Parks, Recreation and Conservation Board – J. Morgan
Fields Committee - P Cooper-Smith
Planning Board – J VanGoor
V. Park Stewardship – Park Improvements
Events
i. Finalize Daffodil/Earth Day – April 26th
ii. Finalize Park Events/ Walk s /Leaders
VI. Tax Referendum – Execution
Fund Balance
i. Ongoing Tracking – Short and Long Term
ii. Current Balance – When does revenue flow start
iii. Project Implementation Process
iv. Grants
1. Process – How and Contacts
2. What Agency to use/Options
3. When
v. Committee Recommendation Process
vi. Vision for Future
Next Meeting: May 14 th , 2026 - 7 :00pm at the Stable
Thu Apr 9, 2026
Community Center Advisory Board
La Junta discutirá las mejoras del centro comunitario y la recaudación de fondos
La Junta Asesora del Centro Comunitario aprobará las actas de febrero, escuchará los informes del tesorero y recibirá actualizaciones sobre las propuestas y contratos de mejora del centro comunitario. También discutirán un evento de recaudación de fondos en el patio y una carta para donantes, junto con informes de los comités sobre los eventos de Age-Friendly y Civic Youth Corps.
- Actualizaciones de las propuestas y contratos de mejora del Centro Comunitario
- Discusión del evento de recaudación de fondos en el Patio
- Carta de donantes a los amigos de Lunch Bunch para donaciones
- Revisión de las tarifas de Swipesum y la eliminación de la cuenta
- Fechas de renovación: Go Daddy 12 de junio de 2026; 4agoodcause 20 de mayo de 2026
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AGENDA
Community Center Advisory Board Meeting
Thursday, April 9 , 2026
5:00 - 6:00 pm. Garden Room – Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Avenue
5:00 Call to Order
Approve February ’s Minutes
Treasurer ’s Reports, CCORF and Taub Foundation.
Old Business – Community Center Improvement Updates on Proposal and Contract
1 . New Treasurer needed.
2. Next Lunch and Learn – Tuesday, May 12 th . Age Friendly Ridgewood Sponsoring;
presentation and lunch. Sheila Brogan will present “Protecting Your Identity Online ”.
Thank you to everyone ’s assistance at No Fuss Lunch and at the March Lunch and Learn.
3 . Need all board members ’ participation now.
4 . Donor Letter – Joann ’s letter to Lunch Bunch friends/donations ; Discuss Fundraising event
on the Patio.
5. Decipher CCAB and Foundation Board Members serving capacities. Discuss a CCORF
specific meeting date in addition to CCAB monthly meeting.
6. Deanna spoke with Nathen from Swipesum ; Many fees! My account was deleted.
7. Go Daddy Renews on June 12, 2026
8. 4agoodcause Renews on May 20, 2026
Committee Reports:
Village Business
Age - Friendly
Civic Youth Corps Members – where are we with the flyer for the April 19 th event? May 3 rd
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Thu Apr 9, 2026
Central Business District Advisory Committee
El CBDAC establecerá prioridades para el nuevo ingeniero, revisará reglas de estacionamiento y bicicletas eléctricas
El Comité Asesor del Distrito Comercial Central de Ridgewood discutirá la presentación de sus prioridades al nuevo Ingeniero de la Villa, James McGrath, avanzará las recomendaciones del subcomité de estacionamiento a la Cámara y al Concejo de la Villa, y revisará la ley 'Skip the Stuff' de New Jersey y las ordenanzas de bicicletas eléctricas en su afectación al CBD. El comité también escuchará actualizaciones sobre señalización, una encuesta de Walker Associates y nuevos negocios como Morsetto a lo largo del corredor de Franklin Avenue.
- Aprobar las actas de la reunión del 12 de marzo de 2026
- Presentación del nuevo Ingeniero de la Villa James McGrath
- Discusión de la ley estatal 'Skip the Stuff' que requiere que los utensilios y condimentos de un solo uso se entreguen solo bajo petición
- Próximos pasos para las recomendaciones del subcomité de estacionamiento a la Cámara y al Concejo de la Villa
- Próximos pasos de la presentación de señalización en el CBD y actualización de la encuesta de Walker Associates
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April 2026 - Central Business District Advisory Committee ( CBDAC) - Agenda
Thursday, April 9 , 202 6 , 8:30 – 10:00 a .m .
Caucus Room – 4 th Floor – Ridgewood Village Hall
Admin :
Approve Minutes : March 12, 2026 CBDAC meeting
Introduction: New Village Engineer James McGrath
Updates (please keep brief and hold comments until end)
Village Council : Pam
Chamber of Commerce : Glenn /Jill
Ridgewood Guild : Niena
Ridgewood Business Alliance : Stacey
CSAC : Zohaib
CBD Beautification Initiatives: Jeanne
Discussion items:
Introducing CBDAC ’s priorities for CBD to Village Engineer McGrath (Pam)
CBDAC ’s role in promoting new “ Skip the Stuff ” state law (i.e. single-use utensils
and condiments only available upon request) (Pam)
New Jersey e-bike ordinances and the CBD (all)
Submission o f Parking Subcommittee ’s recommendations document to Chamber
and Village Council: next steps (SDP)
Walker Associates – scope, survey update , next steps (Pam)
Wayfinding in the CBD presentation – next steps (Gary)
CBDAC priorities and 2026 areas of focus (SDP)
Miscellaneous : new CBD businesses (Morsetto) ; Franklin Avenue corridor generally;
World Cup preparations; Bareburger status?; new CBD blade signs (Luke ’s Lobster,
others?); any other items.
Public Comment
Adjourn
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Village Council Liaison – Pamela Perron
Chamber of Commerce Liaison – Jill Opperman ; Ridge wood Guild Liaison –
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Thu Apr 9, 2026
Green Ridgewood
Green Ridgewood discutirá el presupuesto de 2026, subvención climática y la feria del Día de la Tierra
Green Ridgewood se reunirá el 9 de abril de 2026 para aprobar su presupuesto de 2026 y discutir actualizaciones sobre la NJ Climate Resiliency Planning Grant, el próximo Daffodil Festival/Earth Day Fair, y las iniciativas de sopladores de hojas y restos de comida. La agenda también incluye informes sobre las posibilidades de un estudio de Columbia University, el reciclaje de equipos deportivos y los esfuerzos de resiliencia ante inundaciones.
- Discusión y aprobación del presupuesto de 2026 de Green Ridgewood (punto 19)
- Actualización sobre la NJ Climate Resiliency Planning Grant y el seguimiento de la Saddle River Watershed Alliance (punto 5)
- Planificación para el Daffodil Festival/Earth Day Fair de 2026 el 26 de abril (punto 10)
- Estrategia de sopladores de hojas a futuro, incluyendo la conversación sobre la flota municipal (punto 12a)
- Expansión del programa de restos de comida – próximos pasos (punto 12b)
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✓ Decidido: Green Ridgewood approves funding for rain garden remediation and food scrap bins
The committee approved funding for rain garden maintenance at three parks and the purchase of two 65-gallon food scrap containers. A motion to use aquatic herbicide for knotweed removal at Graydon Park passed in a narrow vote.
- Approved March 5th meeting minutes
- Approved $560 for rain garden remediation at Habernickel Park and Vets Field (unanimous)
- Approved $1,200 for one application of aquatic herbicide at Graydon Park (7-6)
- Approved up to $4,000 for two 65-gallon food scrap containers (unanimous)
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GREEN RIDGEWOOD AGENDA
April 9 , 202 6 , 7 :30-9: 30 PM
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, SENIOR LOUNGE
Administration
1. Welcome and Attendee Introductions
2. Approve March 5 th meeting minutes.
Updates/Discussion /Strategy
3. Chair Report , Green Ridgewood h ighlights (David) – 3 minutes
4. Village Council Liaison Report ( Pam ) – 10 minutes
5. NJ Climate Resiliency Planning Grant/ Saddle River Watershed Alliance (David). -15 minutes
a. Summary of March 14th Meeting
b. Follow-Up Activities
c. Next Steps
6. Potential New Columbia University Study (Alina) – 5 minutes
7. Super Science Saturday (Bill, Miles, Julia, Anika) – 2-3 minutes
8. Parks & Rec . Join t Projects – Discussion on Next Steps ( David, Miles, Group) -15 Minutes
a. Habernickel
b. Vets
c. Graydon
9. Sports Equipment Recycling – Beth – 5 minutes
10. 2026 Daffodil F estival /Earth Day Fair (Earth Day Subc .) – 20 minutes
a. Theme , Materials & Logistics
b. P romoting Sustainable Yards , Project 1,000 acres
c. Scavenger Hunt /Sustainability Partners , Prizes
d. Spinning Wheel Questions/Discussions
e. Tie in with schools (Beth, Jane)
f. Other Issues
11. Students Update, Projects & Sustainability Day (Julia, Anika, Miles): -5- 10 minutes
12. Resource Management & Conservation Subco mmittee ( P eter, Pam ) – 10 -15 minutes
a. Leaf Blower Strategy Moving Forward
i. Municipal fleet conversation
ii. A dvocates for Transforming Landscaping
b. Food Scraps – Next steps to Expand Program
c. Skip the Stuff – Public Outreach
d. Ridgewoo
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Wed Apr 8, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Consejo Municipal de Ridgewood celebra una reunión pública especial con discusión y comentarios públicos
Esta es una reunión pública especial del Consejo Municipal de Ridgewood. La agenda incluye únicamente puntos procedimentales: apertura de la sesión, pase de lista, comentarios públicos (limitados a 3 minutos por persona), discusión de la agenda y discusión de otros asuntos del consejo. No se enumeran ordenanzas, resoluciones, contratos ni audiencias públicas. La reunión parece tener como propósito la discusión general y la aportación del público.
- Comentarios públicos sobre asuntos del municipio (limitados a 3 minutos por persona)
- Discusión de la agenda del 8 de abril de 2026
- Discusión de otros asuntos del consejo municipal
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A G E N D A
V I L L A G E C O U N C I L
S P E C I A L P U B L I C M E E T I N G
A P R I L 8 , 2 0 2 6
7 : 0 0 P . M .
1 . C a l l t o O r d e r - M a y o r
2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g A c t
M A Y O R : " A d e q u a t e n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g h a s b e e n p r o v i d e d
b y a p o s t i n g o n t h e b u l l e t i n b o a r d i n V i l l a g e H a l l ,
b y m a i l t o t h e R i d g e w o o d N e w s , T h e R e c o r d , b y
s u b m i s s i o n t o a l l p e r s o n s e n t i t l e d t o s a m e a s
p r o v i d e d b y l a w o f a s c h e d u l e i n c l u d i n g t h e d a t e
a n d t i m e o f t h i s m e e t i n g . A s p e r P . L . 2 0 2 5 , C h a p t e r
7 2 , n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g w a s a l s o p o s t e d o n t h e
V i l l a g e o f R i d g e w o o d ’ s L e g a l N o t i c e s p a g e a t
r i d g e w o o d n j . n e t . "
3 . R o l l C a l l - V i l l a g e C l e r k
4 . C o m m e n t s f r o m t h e P u b l i c ( N o t t o E x c e e d 3 M i n u t e s p e r P e r s o n )
5 . D i s c u s s i o n o f A p r i l 8 , 2 0 2 6 A g e n d a
6 . D i s c u s s i o n o f O t h e r V i l l a g e C o u n c i l B u s i n e s s
7 . A d j o u r n m e n t
Wed Apr 8, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto de 2026 y bono de $4M para tratamiento de PFAS
El Village Council llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre el Presupuesto del Village de 2026 y sobre la Ordenanza #4090 para establecer un CAP Bank. También presentarán una ordenanza de bono de $4,000,000 para plantas de tratamiento de PFAS y considerarán varias otras ordenanzas y resoluciones, incluyendo cambios en las tarifas de gestión de emergencias, regulaciones de letreros de bandera y gastos de vivienda asequible.
- Audiencia pública sobre el Presupuesto del Village de 2026
- Audiencia pública sobre la Ordenanza #4090 para establecer un CAP Bank
- Presentación de la Ordenanza de Bono #4095 por $4,000,000 para plantas de tratamiento de PFAS
- Ordenanza #4094 para rescindir y reemplazar las regulaciones de letreros de bandera (Capítulo 190 Land Use)
- Resolución #26-111 que autoriza la solicitud de subvención de $541,880 para la rehabilitación del túnel peatonal de la estación de tren de Ridgewood
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✓ Decidido: Village Council approves financial reports and January meeting minutes
The Village Council accepted the March 2026 financial reports and approved the minutes from the January 28, 2026 meeting. The session primarily consisted of several community proclamations and reports from the Village Manager regarding local infrastructure and remediation projects.
- Accepted Bills, Claims, Vouchers, and Statement of Funds as of March 31, 2026 (5-0)
- Approved Village Council minutes of January 28, 2026 (5-0)
- Proclaimed April as Tree Planting Month and April 24, 2026 as Arbor Day
- Reinstated Slow Mow May
- Proclaimed May as National Mental Health Awareness Month
- Proclaimed May 3-9, 2026 as National Drinking Water Week
- Proclaimed May as Older Americans Month
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V I L L A G E O F R I D G E W O O D
V I L L A G E C O U N C I L
R E G U L A R P U B L I C M E E T I N G
A P R I L 8 , 2 0 2 6
7 : 3 0 P . M .
1 . C a l l t o O r d e r - M a y o r
2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g s A c t
3 . R o l l C a l l - V i l l a g e C l e r k
4 . F l a g S a l u t e
5 . A c c e p t a n c e o f F i n a n c i a l R e p o r t s
6 . A p p r o v a l o f M i n u t e s
7 . P r o c l a m a t i o n s
A . R e c o g n i z e D r . R o b e r t L a h i t a f o r S e r v i c e t o R i d g e w o o d
E m e r g e n c y M e d i c a l S e r v i c e s
B . P r o c l a i m A p r i l a s T r e e P l a n t i n g M o n t h a n d A p r i l 2 4 , 2 0 2 6
a s A r b o r D a y
C . R e c o g n i z e S l o w M o w M a
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Wed Apr 8, 2026
Village Council Meeting
El Concejo discutirá las negociaciones del contrato de alquiler en sesión cerrada
El Concejo del Pueblo llevará a cabo una reunión pública especial, recibirá comentarios del público y luego votará para entrar en sesión cerrada para discutir las negociaciones del contrato para el alquiler de la propiedad del pueblo. No hay otros puntos sustanciales en la agenda.
- Resolución para entrar en sesión cerrada para las negociaciones del contrato relacionadas con el alquiler de la propiedad del pueblo
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S P E C I A L P U B L I C M E E T I N G
A P R I L 8 , 2 0 2 6
6 : 3 0 P . M .
1 . C a l l t o O r d e r - M a y o r
2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g A c t
M A Y O R : " A d e q u a t e n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g h a s b e e n p r o v i d e d
b y a p o s t i n g o n t h e b u l l e t i n b o a r d i n V i l l a g e H a l l ,
b y m a i l t o t h e R i d g e w o o d N e w s , T h e R e c o r d , a n d b y
s u b m i s s i o n t o a l l p e r s o n s e n t i t l e d t o s a m e a s p r o v i d e d
b y l a w o f a s c h e d u l e i n c l u d i n g t h e d a t e a n d t i m e o f
t h i s m e e t i n g , a n d a s p e r P . L . 2 0 2 5 , C h a p t e r 7 2 , w a s
a l s o p o s t e d o n t h e V i l l a g e o f R i d g e w o o d ’ s L e g a l N o t i c e s
p a g e a t r i d g e w o o d n j . n e t . "
3 . R o l l C a l l
4 . C o m m e n t s f r o m t h e P u b l i c ( N o t t o e x c e e d 3 m i n u t e s p e r p e r s o n )
5 . R e s o l u t i o n t o g o i n t o C l o s e d S e s s i o n
6 . C l o s e d S e s s i o n
C o n t r a c t N e g o t i a t i o n s - R e n t a l o f V i l l a g e P r o p e r t y
7 . A d j o u r n m e n t
Tue Apr 7, 2026
Fields Committee
Fields Committee will adopt a new recreational facility policy and review 2026 projects
The Ridgewood Fields Working Group will consider adopting a Fields and Recreational Facility Policy. Members will discuss the 2026 summer sports schedules, maintenance items, and upcoming projects such as field restoration and a new scoreboard at Maple Park. The meeting also includes reports from various sports and community groups and a World Cup watch party event.
- Adoption of Fields and Recreational Facility Policy
- Review of 2026 Summer Schedules (RHS varsity, youth sports, special events)
- Facility Maintenance items: portable restroom and infield fencing
- 2026 Projects: Field Restoration/Veterans Field and Scoreboard Installation at Maple Park
- World Cup Watch Party on June 19, 2026 at Vets Field
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✓ Decidido: Fields Working Group approves meeting minutes and soil remediation contract
The group unanimously approved the March 3, 2026 meeting minutes. A contract for soil remediation at Schedler Park was approved for the North Star Company. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Approved March 3, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved contract for Schedler Park soil remediation (no vote recorded)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:55 am (unanimous)
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AGENDA FIELDS 4.7.2026
RIDGEWOOD FIELDS WORKING GROUP
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 8:00 am
Ed Center-2nd Floor Board Room
Agenda
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I. Roll Call - RHS Athletics, RBSA, RLA, RJFA, RASA, RSA, Maroons Club, BOE Liaison, PRC Liaison,
Village Council Liaison, Rebels/Biddy Basketball, Community School, RJW, BOE Facilities Director,
Village Member at large, Hoops Club, Open Space Liaison, Roller Hockey
II. Approval of Minutes – March 3, 2026
III. Fields and Recreational Facility Policy/Adoption-K. Kazmark & M. Schwarz
IV. 2026 Summer Schedules – Deadline 5/1/2026
• RHS Varsity Sports Schedules
• Youth Sports Organizations
• Special Events/New Program Requests
• Tentative 2026 Maintenance Window
o March 25 turf Maple Field/VOR
o BOE dates
o April 3 grass fields/VOR
V. Facility Maintenance
• Portable Restroom
• Infield Fencing
VI. 2026 Projects
• Field Restoration/Veterans Field
• Scoreboard Installation/Maple Park
• BOE Projects
VII. Fields Group/ Member Reports
• RHS Athletics-K. Cook
• RBSA-S. Muller
• RLA-K. Springer
• RJFA-J. Perrapato
• RASA - P. Holmes
• RSA-T. Trubac
• Rebels/Biddy Basketball - J. Cosgrove
• Hoops Basketball – P. Thomas
• Maroons-J. Feeney
• BOE-M. Micale
• VOR-S. Winograd
VIII. A World Cup Watch Party – Friday, June 19, 2026/1:30 – 5:00 pm/Vets Field – P. Coopersmith
IX. Schedler-Update
X. New Business
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Ridgewood Fields Working Group Minutes
April 7, 2026 – 8:00 am 2nd Fl. Conference Room Ed. Center/ ZOOM
Attendees: – R. Matthews, K. Cook, D. Wilde, L. Mulcahy, A. Manwaring, K. Mahouchide, D. Smith, S. Muller, J.
Perrapato, J. Feeney, C. Holt, J. Burke, M. Micale, R. Hache, R. Lynch, R. Lasky, P. Thomas, K. Kazmark, J. Bock, C. O’Keefe,
D. Kat
I. Roll Call
RECOGNIZED GROUPS IN ATTENDANCE- RHS Athletics, Ridgewood Baseball and Softball Assoc., Ridgewood
Lacrosse Association, Ridgewood Soccer, Maroons Soccer Club, Ridgewood Jr. Football, Ridgewood Hoops Club,
BOE Facilities Director, VC Member at Large, Board of Ed Liaison, PRC Board Liaison, Village Council Liaison, BOE
Co-Chair
ABSENT- Ridgewood Community School, Ridgewood Adult Soccer Association, Biddy/Rebels Basketball,
Ridgewood Jr. Wrestling, Ridgewood Roller Hockey, Open Space Liaison, VOR Co-Chair
Approval of Minutes-March 3, 2026
1st R. Laskey, 2nd S. Winograd, Minutes approved by all.
II. Fields Recreational Facility Policy
K. Kazmark-Stated that the VC adopted an amended version of the Fields Policy at their last meeting which
included the handful of concerns expressed by some of the sports organizations throughout the Village. The
document will be presented to the BOE policy committee. Once the document is approved by the BOE it will be
published on both the BOE and Village websites.
III. 2026 Summer Schedules/Maintenance
R. Matthews- Stated May 1st is the deadline for summer schedule submis
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Tue Apr 7, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to review proposed ordinance regarding blade signs
The Planning Board will review a proposed ordinance to amend the Village Code regarding signs and blade signs. The board will also consider a resolution regarding the 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan.
- Review of proposed Ordinance #4094 regarding Chapter 190 (Signs and Blade Signs)
- Adoption of Memorializing Resolution for the 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
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✓ Decidido: Board adopted resolution amending the 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element
The Planning Board adopted a memorializing resolution that amends the 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. The Board determined that Ordinance #4094 is not inconsistent with the Master Plan and will send a letter to the Mayor and Council. Minutes from the March 17, 2026 meeting were also adopted. The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
- Adopted memorializing resolution amending the 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
- Determined Ordinance #4094 is not inconsistent with the Master Plan; will send letter to Mayor and Council
- Adopted minutes from the March 17, 2026 meeting
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
PLANNING BOARD
131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE PHONE: (201) 670-5500 x 2240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450
PLANNING BOARD
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE/AGENDA
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Village Hall Court Room - 7:30 P.M.
(all timeframes and the order of agenda items below are approximate and subject to change)
1. 7:30 p.m. - Call to Order, Statement of Compliance, Flag Salute, Roll Call - In accordance with the provisions of
Section 10:4-8d of the Open Public Meetings Act, the date, location, and time of the commencement of this
meeting is reflected in a meeting notice, a copy of which schedule has been filed with the Village Manager and
the Village Clerk, The Ridgewood News and The Record newspapers, and posted on the bulletin board in the
entry lobby of the Village municipal offices at 131 North Maple Avenue , and on the Village website , all in
accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act.
2. 7:35 p.m. – 7:40 p.m. – Public Comments on Topics not Pending Before the Board
3. 7:40 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. – Committee/Commission/Professional Updates for Non Agenda Topics;
Correspondence Received by the Board
4. 7:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. – Review of proposed Ordinance #4094 – An Ordinance to Amend Chapter
190 of the Village Code, Land Use and Development, at Section 190-122 Entitled “Signs” and at
Section 190-122 H (10) Entitled “Blade Signs”
5. 8:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Adoption of Memorializing Resolution re: A
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Regular Public Meeting
April 7, 2026
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The following minutes are a summary of the Planning Board meeting of April 7 , 2026.
Interested parties may request an audio recording of the meeting from the Board
Secretary for a fee.
Call to Order & Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act: Mr. Joel called the
meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Roll Call – The following members were present: Rob Willis, John Young, Deputy Mayor Perron, Richard
Joel, Fran Barto, David Refkin, Reese Campbell, Elizabet Timofeeva and Sammy Thomas. Michael Stern
and Jim Van Goor were absent. Also present were Christopher Martin, Esq., Board Attorney; John Barree,
Village Planner; and Jane Wondergem, Board Secretary.
Public Comments on Topics not Pending Before the Board – There were no comments at this
time.
Committee/Commission/Professional Updates for Non Agenda Topics -
Deputy Mayor Perron provided a Council update.
Mr. Refkin provided a Green Ridgewood update.
Review of proposed Ordinance #4094 – An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 190 of the Village Code, Land
Use and Development, at Section 190-122 Entitled “Signs” and at Section 190-122 H (10) Entitled “Blade
Signs”
Deputy Mayor Perron explained that a restaurant owner had asked if a business could h ave two blade
signs. This ordinance would permit a second blade sign for a business, as long as they were not less than
20 feet apart.
Deputy Mayor Perron stated that another or
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Mon Mar 30, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Village council reviews Affordable Housing Fourth Round compliance
The Village Council held a special public meeting on March 30, 2026. After standard procedural items, the council will review the village’s compliance with the fourth round of its affordable housing requirements. The meeting includes a public comment period and may move to a closed session.
- Statement of compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
- Public comment period (max 3 minutes per person)
- Resolution to go into closed session
- Closed session
- Review of Affordable Housing Fourth Round compliance
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V I L L A G E C O U N C I L
S P E C I A L P U B L I C M E E T I N G
M A R C H 3 0 , 2 0 2 6
6 : 4 5 P . M .
1 . C a l l t o O r d e r - M a y o r
2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g A c t
M A Y O R : " A d e q u a t e n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g h a s b e e n p r o v i d e d
b y a p o s t i n g o n t h e b u l l e t i n b o a r d i n V i l l a g e H a l l ,
b y m a i l t o t h e R i d g e w o o d N e w s , T h e R e c o r d , a n d b y
s u b m i s s i o n t o a l l p e r s o n s e n t i t l e d t o s a m e a s p r o v i d e d
b y l a w o f a s c h e d u l e i n c l u d i n g t h e d a t e a n d t i m e o f
t h i s m e e t i n g . P e r P . L . 2 0 2 5 , C h a p t e r 7 2 , a n o t i c e o f
t h i s m e e t i n g w a s a l s o p o s t e d o n t h e V i l l a g e o f
R i d g e w o o d ’ s L e g a l N o t i c e s p a g e a t r i d g e w o o d n j . n e t . "
3 . R o l l C a l l
4 . C o m m e n t s f r o m t h e P u b l i c ( N o t t o e x c e e d 3 m i n u t e s p e r p e r s o n )
5 . R e s o l u t i o n t o g o i n t o C l o s e d S e s s i o n
6 . C l o s e d S e s s i o n
L e g a l - V i l l a g e o f R i d g e w o o d ’ s A f f o r d a b l e H o u s i n g F o u r t h
R o u n d C o m p l i a n c e
7 . A d j o u r n m e n t
Mon Mar 30, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Ridgewood Council discusses water infrastructure and grant applications
The Village Council will discuss several water utility projects, including a pilot test for carbon regeneration and a bond ordinance for PFAS treatment plants. The body will also consider contracts for ambulance services and grant applications for park and station improvements.
- Bond Ordinance for PFAS Treatment Plants
- Collaborative Pilot Test with Revive Environmental Technology for carbon regeneration
- Grant applications for Citizens Park Upper Field and Ridgewood Train Station pedestrian tunnel
- Agreement with NJ Institute of Technology for flood mitigation and storm water drainage
- Contracts for 2025 Ambulance and Basic Life Support billing
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✓ Decidido: No formal actions approved at the March 30 Ridgewood Council work session
The council heard a presentation from a prospective franchise owner and announced upcoming community meetings on property reassessment and soil testing. Ridgewood Water reported activation of PFAS treatment facilities, a proposed pilot program with Revive Environmental Technology, a NJDOT guiderail agreement, and a supplemental $4 million bond appropriation. No votes or formal approvals were recorded for any of these items.
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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
MARCH 30 , 202 6
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “ Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News , The Record , and by submission to all
persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and time of this
meeting . Per P.L. 2025, Chapter 72, a n oti ce was also posted on the Village of
Ridgewood ’s Legal Notices page at ridgewoodnj.net."
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag S alute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 4 0 Minutes in Total )
6. Village Manager ’s Report
7. Village Counc il Reports
8 . Discussion:
a. Ridg
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Village Council Regular Public Work Session
March 30, 2026
A REGULAR PUBLIC WORK SESSION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURTROOM
OF THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE,
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY, ON MARCH 30, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and read the Statement of Compliance
with the Open Public Meetings Act . At roll call, the following were present: Councilmembers
Mortimer, Winograd, Deputy Mayor Perron, and Mayor Vagianos. Councilmember Weitz was
absent. Also present were Keith Kazmark, Village Manager; Heather Mailander, Village Clerk;
and Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. INTRODUCTION – NEW BUSINESS OWNER
Mayor Vagianos invited Penn Miller Jones to address the Village Council. Mr. Miller Jones
introduced himself as a fifteen-year resident of Ridgewood and announced that he and his wife are
in the process of opening a franchise called The Milkshake Factory at 61 –63 East Ridgewood
Avenue, the former Duxiana space. Mr. Miller Jones explained that he and his wife have worked
in finance for the past twenty-five to thirty years and spent considerable time researching franchise
opportunities. Their son attended the University of Pittsburgh, where The Milkshake Factory
originated, and
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Wed Mar 25, 2026
Residential Flood Advisory Committee
Village reviews flood mitigation updates and funding plans
The Residential Flood Advisory Committee will approve the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes and debrief its recent tour of flood‑prone sites along the Saddle River, Ho‑Ho‑Kus Brook, and local storm‑water drains. It will discuss the Ridgewood OEM emergency‑preparedness booklet, receive updates from the US Army Corps of Engineers, and get a status report on village flood‑mitigation efforts, including capital‑budget and FEMA funding.
- Approval of meeting minutes from September 24, 2025
- Debrief of committee tour of flood‑prone areas (Saddle River, Ho‑Ho‑Kus Brook, storm‑water drainage)
- Discussion of the Ridgewood OEM Emergency Preparedness Booklet
- Update from the US Army Corps of Engineers
- Update on village flood mitigation efforts, capital budget and FEMA funding
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✓ Decidido: Residential Flood Advisory Committee receives updates, no decisions made
The committee heard updates on flood‑prone area tours, engineering investigations, and outreach plans. Village Manager Kazmark reported over $400,000 in flood‑mitigation funding to be used for shoal removal and hazardous‑tree removal. He also noted limited interaction with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and a pending multi‑town grant application that was not awarded. No formal actions or votes were recorded.
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Flood Advisory Meeting_March 25_2026 (002).docx
131 N. MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ 07450
Keith Kazmark
Village Manager
Manager’s Office
201-670-5500 x2202
[email protected]
www.ridgewoodnj.net
Residential Flood Advisory Committee
MEETING AGENDA
March 25, 2026 – 4:00 pm
via Zoom
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 858 1665 2069
Passcode: 050478
• Approval of Meeting Minutes of September 24, 2025
• Debrief of Committee Tour of Flood Prone Areas – Saddle River, Ho-Ho-Kus Brook and
Storm Water Drainage Issues
• Discussion of Emergency Preparedness Booklet (Ridgewood OEM)
• Update on US Army Corps of Engineers
• Update on Village Flood Mitigation Efforts – Capital Budget/FEMA Funding
NEXT MEETING: To be discussed
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Residential Flood Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes
March 25, 2026 – 4:00 pm
Via Zoom
Village Manager Keith Kazmark called the meeting of the Residential Flood Advisory Committee to
order at 4:0 2 pm via Zoom. Members present: Christine Fleischmann , Laurie Howard, Montserrat
Limon, Gerald Maurer, Julianne Ofodile , and Barbara Sacks . Council Liaison Siobhan Winograd was
also present. David Refkin represented Green Ridgewood (joined at 4:16 pm) at the meeting.
Councilmember Winograd discussed the tour of the flood-prone areas, which occurred in October.
The tour included the Saddle River area, Ho-Ho- Kus Brook area and stormwater drainage issues in
certain neighborhoods. Members felt the tour helped everyone see the affected areas throughout
the Village.
Ms. Ofodile asked Mr. Kazmark about the neighborhood near Marshall and Warren Streets. Mr.
Kazmark advised that he and Peter Affuso from the Engineering Division met with a group of
residents about their concerns. Mr. Affuso is looking into the matter and discussed camera work in
some of the drainage lines in that area of town. There is a follow-up meeting with residents
scheduled. Ms. Ofodile also discussed tree removal along the PSE&G right-of-way by Ridgewood
Water as part of their main replacement job. Mr. Kazmark indicated that there is additional PSE&G
work to be done there and new trees will need to be added. Discussion of the use of goa
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Wed Mar 25, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Village Council to award traffic engineering contract for Oak St. & East Glen Ave upgrade
The Ridgewood Village Council will consider several budget and policy items, including awarding a professional traffic engineering services contract to upgrade the signalized intersection at Oak Street and East Glen Avenue. The council will also vote on authorizing 2025 budget reserve transfers, approving revisions to the field policy, and authorizing an agreement with the New Jersey Institute of Technology to design flood‑mitigation and storm‑water improvements. Additional items include a state contract for diesel fuel and gasoline, a recycling grant endorsement, and a declaration of surplus police car equipment.
- Award Professional Traffic Engineering Services Contract – Upgrade of Signalized Intersection at Oak Street and East Glen Avenue
- Authorize 2025 Budget Reserve Transfers
- Approve Revisions to Field Policy
- Authorize Agreement with NJ Institute of Technology – Design of Flood Mitigation Strategies and Storm Water Drainage Improvements
- Award Contract Under State Contract – Diesel Fuel and Gasoline
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✓ Decidido: Village Council work session held; no formal actions taken
The council reviewed the village's new public‑notice publishing requirements and heard resident comments about picnic tables in Leuning Park, downtown trash receptacle design, and missing safety mirrors in the train‑station pedestrian tunnel. A presentation on the upcoming property reassessment process was given, with a public forum scheduled for March 31, 2026. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded.
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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
MARCH 2 5, 202 6
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “ Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News , The Record , and by submission to all
persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and time of this
meeting , a n d a s p e r P .L . 2 0 2 5 , C h a p te r 7 2 , w a s a lso p o ste d o n th e V illa g e o f R id g e w o o d ’s
L e g a l N o tic e s p a g e a t rid g e w o o d n j.n e t."
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag S alute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 4 0 Minutes in Total )
6. Presentation
Appraisal
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Village Council Work Session
March 25, 2026
A REGULAR PUBLIC WORK SESSION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURTROOM
OF THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE,
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY, ON MARCH 25, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Deputy Mayor Perron call ed the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and read the Statement of
Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act . At roll call, the following were present:
Councilmembers Mortimer, Weitz, Winograd, and Deputy Mayor Perron. Mayor Vagianos was
absent. Also present were Keith Kazmark, Village Manager; Heather Mailander, Village Clerk;
and Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney.
Deputy Mayor Perron led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. UPDATE ON PUBLIC LEGAL NOTICE REQUIREMENTS – VILLAGE CLERK
Prior to public comment, Mr. Kazmark requested that Ms. Mailander take a few moments to
explain the Village’s new public notification procedures on its website, noting that S tate law had
recently changed to allow municipalities to advertise legal notices on their municipal websites
rather than exclusively in newspapers.
Ms. Mailander explained that Public Law 2025, Chapter 72 changed the publication requirements
for official public legal notices. Beginning January 1, 2026, local governments are required to
publish public notices twice a month in the official newspaper
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Wed Mar 25, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Council will hold a closed session to discuss the Belvedere vs. Ridgewood lawsuit.
The Ridgewood Village Council convenes a special public meeting. After a brief public comment period, the council will vote on a resolution to enter a closed session. In that closed session, council members will address the legal case Belvedere versus Ridgewood. The meeting will then be adjourned.
- Resolution to go into a closed session
- Closed session to discuss the legal case Belvedere vs. Ridgewood
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
- Statement of compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
- Roll call of council members
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V I L L A G E C O U N C I L
S P E C I A L P U B L I C M E E T I N G
M A R C H 2 5 , 2 0 2 6
7 : 0 0 P . M .
1 . C a l l t o O r d e r - M a y o r
2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g A c t
M A Y O R : " A d e q u a t e n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g h a s b e e n p r o v i d e d
b y a p o s t i n g o n t h e b u l l e t i n b o a r d i n V i l l a g e H a l l ,
b y m a i l t o t h e R i d g e w o o d N e w s , T h e R e c o r d , a n d b y
s u b m i s s i o n t o a l l p e r s o n s e n t i t l e d t o s a m e a s p r o v i d e d
b y l a w o f a s c h e d u l e i n c l u d i n g t h e d a t e a n d t i m e o f
t h i s m e e t i n g , a n d a s p e r P . L . 2 0 2 5 , C h a p t e r 7 2 , w a s
a l s o p o s t e d o n t h e V i l l a g e o f R i d g e w o o d ’ s L e g a l N o t i c e s
p a g e a t r i d g e w o o d n j . n e t . "
3 . R o l l C a l l
4 . C o m m e n t s f r o m t h e P u b l i c ( N o t t o e x c e e d 3 m i n u t e s p e r p e r s o n )
5 . R e s o l u t i o n t o g o i n t o C l o s e d S e s s i o n
6 . C l o s e d S e s s i o n
L e g a l - B e l v e d u t o v s . R i d g e w o o d
7 . A d j o u r n m e n t
Wed Mar 25, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Council to vote on $1.6M bond for soil remediation and related ordinances
The Village Council will consider several ordinances, including rescinding and replacing Ordinance No. 4087 and amending Chapter 190 land-use regulations. A public hearing will be held on Bond Ordinance No. 4088, which provides $1,600,000 financing for the Scheduler Property soil remediation project. The council will also vote on a professional services contract award for traffic engineering upgrades at Oak Street and East Glen Avenue (up to $43,950). Additional items include authorizing 2025 budget reserve transfers and approving revisions to the Field Policy.
- Rescind and replace Ordinance No. 4087 – amendment to Chapter 190 land-use and development.
- Bond Ordinance No. 4088 – $1,600,000 financing for Scheduler Property soil remediation.
- Award professional services contract (NTE $43,950) for traffic engineering upgrade at Oak St & East Glen Ave.
- Authorize 2025 budget reserve transfers from departments with excess funds.
- Approve revisions to the Village Field Policy.
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✓ Decidido: Village Council adopts $1.6 M bond ordinance for Schedler property soil cleanup
The council approved a bond ordinance (Ordinance No. 4088) authorizing $1,600,000 for soil remediation at the Schedler property, with $1,350,000 to be issued as bonds. It also adopted Ordinance No. 4094 to rescind and replace the blade‑signs zoning provisions and Ordinance No. 4089 to repeal and replace the affordable‑housing article, each with unanimous votes. All three ordinances passed with the mayor absent.
- Adopted Ordinance 4088 (soil remediation bond) – AYES: Mortimer, Weitz, Winograd, Perron; NAYS: none; Mayor Vagianos absent
- Adopted Ordinance 4094 (blade signs zoning amendment) – AYES: Mortimer, Weitz, Winograd, Perron; NAYS: none; Mayor Vagianos absent
- Adopted Ordinance 4089 (affordable housing amendment) – AYES: Mortimer, Weitz, Winograd, Perron; NAYS: none; Mayor Vagianos absent
- Set public hearing for Ordinance 4094 on April 8, 2026 – AYES: Mortimer, Weitz, Winograd, Perron; NAYS: none; Mayor Vagianos absent
- Adopted Resolutions 26‑96 through 26‑98 by consent agenda – unanimous voice vote
- Adjourned meeting – motion carried unanimously by voice vote
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V I L L A G E C O U N C I L
S P E C I A L P U B L I C M E E T I N G
M A R C H 2 5 , 2 0 2 6
7 : 3 0 P . M .
1 . C a l l t o O r d e r - M a y o r
2 . S t a t e m e n t o f C o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e O p e n P u b l i c M e e t i n g A c t
M A Y O R : " A d e q u a t e n o t i c e o f t h i s m e e t i n g h a s b e e n p r o v i d e d
b y a p o s t i n g o n t h e b u l l e t i n b o a r d i n V i l l a g e H a l l ,
b y m a i l t o t h e R i d g e w o o d N e w s , T h e R e c o r d , a n d b y
s u b m i s s i o n t o a l l p e r s o n s e n t i t l e d t o s a m e a s p r o v i d e d
b y l a w o f a s c h e d u l e i n c l u d i n g t h e d a t e a n d t i m e o f
t h i s m e e t i n g , a n d a s p e r P . L . 2 0 2 5 , C h a p t e r 7 2 , w a s
a l s
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Village Council Special Public Meeting
March 25, 2026
A SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURTROOM OF THE
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NEW
JERSEY, ON MARCH 25, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL
Deputy Mayor Perron called the Special Public Meeting to order at 9:00 p.m. and read the
Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. At roll call, the following were
present: Councilmembers Mortimer, Weitz, W inograd, and Deputy Mayor Perron. Also present
were Keith Kazmark, Village Manager; Heather Mailander, Village Clerk; and Matthew Rogers,
Village Attorney. Mayor Vagianos was absent.
2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Deputy Mayor Perron opened the floor for public comment.
Anne Loving, a Ridgewood resident, addressed the Village Council regarding the award of the
Professional Traffic Engineering services contract for the Oak Street and East Glen Avenue
intersection. Ms. Loving expressed surprise that the design of a traffic signal for what she described
as a relatively straightforward intersection would cost $43,950, remarking that she found such a
figure for design work to be unexpectedly high.
Seeing no further members of the public wishing to address t he Village Council, Deputy Mayor
Perron closed the public comment period.
3. ORDINANCES – INTRODUCTION
A. INTRODUCTION – ORDINANCE NO
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Tue Mar 24, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Zoning Board to review residential construction and setback requests
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for three residential property applications. The board will discuss the annual report and review requests for variances regarding setbacks and lot coverage.
- 153 John Street: Application for a swimming pool, pool patio, and new one-car detached garage
- 55 Valley View Avenue: Application for a box window and new detached garage
- 385 Hamilton Road: Application for the construction of a deck
- Discussion regarding the annual report
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✓ Decidido: Board approved pool, garage and BBQ variances for 153 John Street
The Board approved Michael & Caitlin Licare’s application to install a swimming pool, remodel a garage, and relocate a BBQ at 153 John Street, adding a condition that the garage may not contain a bathroom, plumbing, or heat. The Board also approved Peter Fishkin & Leila Nosrati’s application for a deck at 385 Hamilton Road, with conditions discussed during the meeting. Additional approvals included a dormer change for Wei Cai at 152 John Street and a signage color modification for TES TJ Realty at 45 N. Broad Street. The meeting adjourned at 8:21 p.m.
- Approved Michael & Caitlin Licare pool, garage and BBQ variances at 153 John St with condition no bathroom/plumbing/heat
- Approved Peter Fishkin & Leila Nosrati deck variance at 385 Hamilton Rd with discussed conditions
- Approved revised dormer plans for Wei Cai at 152 John St
- Approved background color change for TES TJ Realty sign at 45 N. Broad St, with requirement to change lettering to cream
- Adopted minutes from February 24 and March 10, 2026
- No public comments received on Licare application
- No public comments received on deck application
- Board will review 2025 case summary before next meeting
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.
Call to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Statement required by the Open Public Meeting Act “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board in the Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News,
The Record and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule
including date and time of this meeting”.
Please note: A curfew of 11:00 PM is strictly adhered to by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of
the Village of Ridgewood. No new matter involving an Applicant will be started after 10:30 PM.
At 10:00 PM the Chairman will make a determination and advise Applicants as to whether they
will be heard. If an Applicant cannot be heard because of the lateness of the hour, the matter will
be carried over to a future meeting to be determined by the Board at 10:00 PM.
Roll call
Minutes: February 17, 2026; March 10, 2026
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments
Members of the public comments
Public hearings
Old Business:
MICHAEL & CAITLIN LICARE – An application to install a swimming p ool and related
amenities, demolish existing detached garage and construct a new one-car detached garage
which would result in a rear yard setback to the pool patio of 5 feet, where 10 feet is required,
and location of BBQ within the front yard setback on Fairway Road at 153 John Street, Block
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Meeting Minutes
March 24, 2026
Opening:
The public meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Village of Ridgewood was
called to order at 7:34 p.m.
Present: Greg Brown, Matthew Bandelt (8:10 p.m.), Diana Ruhl, Jonathan Papietro,
Jamie Fox, and Matthew Swan were present. Also present were Bruce Whitaker, Esq.,
Board Attorney; John Barree, Village Planner, and Jane Wondergem, Board Secretary.
Jason Curreri and Yelena Raytser were absent.
The minutes from February 24, 2026 and March 10, 2026, were adopted.
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments – There were no comments at this time.
Members of the public comments – There were no comments at this time.
Public hearings:
MICHAEL & CAITLIN LICARE – An application to install a swimming pool and related
amenities, demolish existing detached garage and construct a new one-car detached
garage which would result in a rear yard setback to the pool patio of 5 feet, where 10 feet
is required, and location of BBQ within the front yard setback on Fairway Road at 153
John Street, Block 3407, Lot 1, in an R-2 Zone. (Continued from January 27, 2026; Carried
from February 24, 2026 without further notice)
Mr. Bandelt recused himself from this application.
James Delia, Esq., gave a recap of the prior hearings and briefly described the changes
and stated that the patio installed
Peter Cooper, Architect, was previously sworn and testified regarding the revision
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Tue Mar 24, 2026
Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board
PRC Board to consider 2026 budgets and facility use policy
The Parks, Recreation and Conservation Board will meet to adopt a Fields and Recreational Facility Use Policy and discuss 2026 capital and operational budgets. The board will also review updates on several park infrastructure projects and the upcoming special events schedule.
- Adoption of Fields and Recreational Facility Use Policy
- Review of 2026 Capital & Operational Budgets for Tree Maintenance Worker I and Maintenance Worker 1/Grounds
- Project updates for Graydon Pool sun shades and security fencing
- Project updates for Kings Pond Park playground and pavilion
- Skatepark resurfacing at Maple Park
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✓ Decidido: Board approved Jan/Feb minutes and scheduled upcoming park events
The Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board approved the minutes for January and February 2026 with unanimous support. The board set a park meeting at Kings Pond for May 26 and ordered containers for the west‑side planting on May 16 at the clock tower.
- Approved January and February 2026 minutes (all in favor)
- Scheduled park board meeting at Kings Pond on May 26
- Ordered west‑side containers; planting date set for May 16 at the clock tower
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07450Village of Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation
PARKS, RECREATIO N, AND CONSERVATION REORGANIZATION BOARD MEETING
March 2 4 , 202 6 at 7:30 pm /Agenda , the Stable
AGENDA PRC Board 3.24.26
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I. Correspondence
II. Approval of January 27 th and February 19 th Meeting Minutes
III. PRC Board – Liaison/Committee Reports
Village Council – F. Mortimer
Board of Ed – S. Brogan
Open Space Committee – J. Morgan
Fields Committee – C. Holt
Shade Tree Commission – J. Buckley
Green Ridgewood – K. Heighington
Community Center Advisory Board - L. Kloa k
Ridgewood Beautification Team - N. Bigos
IV. NJRPA – Professional of the Year Award/N. Bigos
V. Fields and Recreational Facility Use Policy /Adoption
VI. Park Visits
VII. PRC Board Visibility and Community Outreach
VIII. Department 2026 Capital & Operational Budgets
Parks Division
Tree Maintenance Worker I
Maintenance Worker 1/Grounds
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PARKS, RECREATIO N, AND CONSERVATION REORGANIZATION BOARD MEETING
March 2 4 , 202 6 at 7:30 pm /Agenda , the Stable
AGENDA PRC Board 3.24.26
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IX. Upcoming- Spring /Summer Projects/Update
Sun Shades/Graydon Pool
Community Forestry Management Plan /Shade Tree Commission
Playground/Kings Pond Park
Pavilion /Kings Pond Park
Security Fencing/Graydon Pool
Skatepark Resurfacing/Maple Park
Premier Community Center Des
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PARKS, RECREATION, AND CONSERVATION BOARD
March 24 , 2026 Minutes
Date : March 24 , 2026 – The Stable , 7:30pm
Attendance : Present: V. VanDyke, F. Mortimer, J. Buckley, S. Brogan , K. Heighington , J. Morgan . C. Kearns
Absent : C. Holt , L. Kloak
Also Present : Director, N. Bigos, Office Assistant, D. Kat
Public Comment &
Correspondence: No Correspondence.
Minutes: Minutes for January 2026 and February 2026 . Approved with motions by J. Buckley, J.
Morgan made a second motion. All in favor.
Liaison Reports Village Council – F. Mortimer
F. Mortimer shared that the Capital budget has been approved. Department will be able
to make purchases for Kings Pond and clear the diversion.
Board of Ed – S. Brogan
S . Brogan shared that the adoption of the Joint Fields Policy will be an item on the next
a genda. The final budget will be shared on May 4 th . T he BOE/Policy committee meets
tomorrow where the final draft of the Fields Polic y will be reviewed .
Open Space Committee – J. Morgan
J. Morgan reported that conversations of how they can expand on the NY/NJ trail work
that has been completed. They will substitute a few of the park walks with trail work days .
Since the tax referendum has passed the members are looking forward to exciting
opportunities.
Fields Committee
N. Bigos reported that majority of this meeting was spent on the review of the Joint Fields
Policy.
Shade Tree Commission – K. Heighington
F. Mortimer attended the meeting and shared that the 250-
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Fri Mar 20, 2026
Ridgewood's Access Committee
Access Ridgewood meeting to review reports and plan July 4th event
The Access Ridgewood Committee will approve the previous meeting minutes and hear reports from the president, executive board, village council, SEPAG, and village departments. Topics include a sensory‑friendly dinner program, health department stigma‑free initiatives, and the HILT program. Old business will cover planning for the 4th of July celebration. The meeting ends with a brief new‑business segment and announces the next meeting on April 17, 2026.
- Approval of meeting minutes
- Executive Board report on Sensory‑Friendly Dinners
- Health Department report on Stigma Free initiatives
- HILT program report
- Old Business discussion of 4th of July event planning
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✓ Decidido: Access Committee approved February 20 meeting minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the February 20, 2026 meeting after a motion by Jesse Schwartzman and a second by Siobhan Winograd. No other motions were adopted; the remaining agenda items were discussed or noted for future action.
- Approved February 20, 2026 meeting minutes
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March 20 , 2026
1. Welcome /A pproval of M inutes (Jaimie Davis )
2. President ’s Report ( Jaimie Davis )
3. Executive Board Reports (Jesse Schwartzman , Emily Cathcart )
a. Sensory-Friendly Dinners
4. Village Council Report ( Liaison Siobhan Winograd )
5. SEPAG Report (Meghann Bierly)
6. Village D epartment R eports
a. Health Department /Stigma Free (Danielle Caputo)
b. HILT (Deanna Schablik)
7. Old Business
a. 4 th of July (Cara Robinson-Deutsch)
8. New Business
Our next meeting is on Friday, April 17 , 2026 at 2:00pm via Zoom.
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Access Ridgewood Meeting Minutes
March 20 , 2026
Present : Jaimie Davis; Jesse Schwartzman; Siobhan Winograd; Sheila Brogan ;
Ashley Loria; Deanna Schablik ; Cara Robinson-Deutsch ; Krista Klie; Samantha Will ;
Karen Sheehy
1. Welcome /A pproval of M inutes (Jaimie Davis )
Jaimie welcomed Committee members and guests, including representative s of the
Village ’s LEAP program, to the meeting. Jesse Schwartzman moved to approve the
minutes from the February 20, 2026 meeting and Siobhan Winograd seconded. The
minutes were approved.
2. President ’s Report
It was announced that Paul Aronsohn will be the State Director for U.S. Senator Andy
Kim ’s administration. Jaimie Davis and the Committee extend their congratulations and
celebrate this exciting accomplishment. It is also worth noting that Governor Mikie
Sherrill has the Executive Director of Autism New Jersey on a committee and is it
exciting to see individuals from the disability community getting a voice.
Unfortunately, Jesse Schwartzman will be stepping down from the Access Committee
as of April 1, 2026 due to work commitments . Jaimie , Siobhan, and the Committee
thank ed Jesse for his contributions, commitment, and hard work. Jesse thanked the
Committee and its individual members for their well-wishes and their hard work.
3. Executive Board Reports (Jesse Schwartzma n )
Upcoming sensory-friendly dinners include: Monday, March 23 at MacMurphy ’s;
Monday, April 27 at Puzo ’s; and Tuesday, May 19 at Parisa (the
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Thu Mar 19, 2026
Citizens Safety Advisory Committee
CSAC reviews e‑bike, safety updates and discusses HSA collaboration
The Citizens Safety Advisory Committee will review updates on e‑bikes, sight‑triangle obstructions, incident reporting, social media, and the CBDAC. It will consider a possible collaboration with the Health and Safety Agency and discuss issues at the Doremus and Ackerman intersection. The meeting also includes public comments and scheduling of the next session.
- E‑bike updates (RPD)
- Sight Triangle Obstruction locations updates (Engineering)
- Incident/Accident Reporting updates (RPD)
- Possible HSA collaboration with CSAC
- Doremus and Ackerman intersection
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✓ Decidido: CSAC meeting discussed safety updates but made no formal decisions
The Citizens Safety Advisory Committee reviewed traffic congestion at Orchard School, e‑bike guidance, sight‑triangle enforcement, and other safety topics. RPD and Engineering were tasked to monitor the Doremus‑Ackerman intersection and verify traffic‑light ownership. No votes, approvals, or denials were recorded, and the committee scheduled its next meeting for April 16.
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CSAC MEETING AGENDA
MARCH 19 , 2026 – 7:00 PM
SENIOR LOUNGE, VILLAGE HALL
I. CSAC PROTOCOL STATEMENT
II. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
a. Advisory Comments
III. OLD BUSINESS
a. E-bikes updates (RPD)
b. Sight Triangle Obstruction locations updates (Engineering)
c. Incident/Accident Reporting updates (RPD)
d. Social Media (Bamberg)
e. CBDAC update (Rahman)
f. Street Smart NJ banners
IV. NEW BUSINESS
a. Possible HSA colla boration with CSAC
b. Doremus and Ackerman intersection
c. Other
V. NEW IDEAS
VI. ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT SCHEDULED CSAC MEETING: APRIL 16 , 2026, AT
7:00 PM (SENIOR LOUNGE)
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CSAC MEETING MINUTES March 19, 2026 Present: CSAC Members: Jane Remis, David Rosen, Elizabeth Rottinger, Marian Rutherford, Barbara Sacks Liaisons: Frank Mortimer (VOR Village Council) Advisors: Officer J. Bigos, (RPD), Officer J. Knudsen (RPD), Chris Piersa (Engineering) Visitors: Ceclia Bergman, Rachel Higgins, Todd Rothman, John Walker, Krish Wanniyasekaram 1. Call to Order and Protocol Meeting called to order. Visitor sign-in and public comment procedures reviewed. Recording notice acknowledged. 2. Public Comment: Orchard School Traffic and Safety Concerns Several Orchard Elementary School parents addressed the committee regarding morning drop-off congestion and pedestrian safety concerns around Orchard School, particularly at Doremus Avenue and Ackerman Avenue and in and around the school parking lot. 3. Doremus and Ackerman Intersection RPD will continue to monitor turning movements and traffic volumes at the intersection of Doremus Avenue and Ackerman Avenue. Engineering will confirm that the traffic light at the intersection of S. Broad St. and Ackerman Avenue is in the Borough of Glen Rock and is owned and operated by the County. It was also discussed that on a trial basis requiring traffic exiting the school from Orchard Place onto Doremus Avenue to make the right turn heading south towards Rutland Road as a means of alleviating traffic at the intersection of Doremus Avenue and Ackerman Avenue during morning drop off 8 am – 9 am and afternoon dismissal 2:30 pm – 3:3
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Wed Mar 18, 2026
Open Space Committee
Committee will discuss how to use funds from the tax referendum
The Open Space Committee will approve the January and February meeting notes and consider the resignation of Alex Pastore. It will receive liaison reports from the Village Council, Parks Board, Fields Committee, and Planning Board. The committee will discuss park stewardship projects, including trail maintenance, signage, invasive‑plant removal, and upcoming community events. Finally, it will deliberate on funding options and grant use for the tax referendum.
- Approval of January and February meeting notes
- Resignation of Alex Pastore
- Park stewardship projects: trail maintenance, signage, invasive‑plant removal
- Discussion of funding use and grants for the tax referendum
- Community events: Daffodil/Earth Day on April 26
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✓ Decidido: Committee approved prior notes and tasked members to draft trust‑fund proposal
The Open Space Committee approved the minutes from the January and February meetings. The committee also agreed that select members will draft a proposal for spending the OSC trust fund, to be presented at the next meeting in April. No other substantive actions were decided.
- Approved January and February meeting notes
- Agreed to have select members draft an OSC trust‑fund spending proposal for next meeting
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Village of Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation
OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE
RESCHEDULED - March 1 8 th , 202 6 at 7 :00pm
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Agenda
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I. Public Comment – 3 minutes per Person /30 Minutes T otal
II. Approval of January and February Meeting Notes
III. Resignation – Alex Pastore
IV. Liaison Reports
Village Council – F . Mortimer
Parks, Recreation and Conservation Board – J. Morgan
Fields Committee - P Cooper-Smith
Planning Board – J VanGoor
V. Park Stewardship – Park Improvements
Events
i. Daffodil/Earth Day – April 26th
ii. Park Walk
iii. 250 Events
iv. Other
NYNJ Trail Center Project
i. Trail Maintenance, Volunteer Leaders
ii. Signage (What, how, who)
Stewardship Program
i. Volunteers /Sponsors
ii. Trail Improvements – Blazing Trails , Invasive Plants , Maps, Kiosks
VI. Tax Referendum – Execution
Funding – What should we advocate for? How would we like to use fund?
Balance
Grants
VII. Acquisitions
VIII. New Business
Next Meeting: April 9 th 202 6 , 7:00pm at the Stable
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OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE Meeting Notes
March 18, 2026 - The Stable 7:00 PM
PRESENT: Jim Bostler, Frank Mortimer, Nancy Bigos, Matt Lindenberg, Paul Cooper-
Smith, Jessica Van Aken, Jim Morgan, Jim Van Goor
ABSENT: Ralph Currey, Alex Pastore
Summary:
The primary focus of the meeting was related to the OSC ’s twofold mission of park
stewardship and improvement. The committee discussed whether to continue with the
annual park walks, or shift to implement park cleanups instead to improve
conditions by clearing paths, and eliminating downed trees and invasive species.
The committee agreed for select members to draft a proposal for OSC trust fund
spending that will be presented and discussed at the next meeting.
Other discussions included developments within the Field Committee regarding events
planned for the upcoming FIFA World Cup and OSC displays at the Daffodil Festival.
I. Public Comment
There was no public comment.
II. Approval of January and February Meeting Notes
The January and February meeting notes were approved.
III. Liaison Reports
a) Village Council
i) The Village Council recently approved a new budget which included PRC Board
money. Additionally, there is confirmation that work on the Schedler property will
begin shortly in April of 2026.
b) Parks, Recreation and Conservation Board (PRC)
i) No formal updates at this meeting, but there is an upcoming PRC meeting soon.
c) Fields Committee
i) Upcoming FIFA World Cup-related events for the U.S. National Team Matche
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Tue Mar 17, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to hold hearing on 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. The board will also review a proposed ordinance to replace the affordable housing section of the land use code.
- Public hearing on Amendment to the 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
- Review of proposed Ordinance #4089 to repeal and replace Article XIII 'Affordable Housing'
- Adoption of resolution for TPK Investments LLC at 174 South Maple Avenue (Minor Site Plan with 'C' Bulk variance)
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✓ Decidido: Planning Board approved amendment to 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
The Board voted to approve the amendment to the 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. It will send a letter recommending approval of Ordinance #4089, which updates affordable‑housing regulations. The Board also adopted a memorializing resolution for the TPK Investments minor site‑plan variance and adopted the February 17, 2026 minutes.
- Approved amendment to the 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
- Will send a letter recommending approval of Ordinance #4089 (Affordable Housing)
- Adopted memorializing resolution for TPK Investments LLC minor site‑plan variance
- Adopted minutes from February 17, 2026
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
PLANNING BOARD
131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE PHONE: (201) 670-5500 x 2240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450
PLANNING BOARD
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE/AGENDA
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Village Hall Court Room - 7:30 P.M.
(all timeframes and the order of agenda items below are approximate and subject to change)
1. 7:30 p.m. - Call to Order, Statement of Compliance, Flag Salute, Roll Call - In accordance with the provisions of
Section 10:4-8d of the Open Public Meetings Act, the date, location, and time of the commencement of this
meeting is reflected in a meeting notice, a copy of which schedule has been filed with the Village Manager and
the Village Clerk, The Ridgewood News and The Record newspapers, and posted on the bulletin board in the
entry lobby of the Village municipal offices at 131 North Maple Avenue , and on the Village website , all in
accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act.
2. 7:35 p.m. – 7:40 p.m. – Public Comments on Topics not Pending Before the Board
3. 7:40 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. – Committee/Commission/Professional Updates for Non Agenda Topics;
Correspondence Received by the Board
4. 7:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Public Hearing on the Amendment to the 2025 Fourth Round Housing
Element and Fair Share Plan
5. 8:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. – Review of proposed Ordinance #4089 – An Ordinance to Amend Chapter
190 of the Land Use and Development by repealing existing Article XIII “Affordable Housi
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Ridgewood Planning Board
Regular Public Meeting
March 17, 2026
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The following minutes are a summary of the Planning Board meeting of March 17, 2026.
Interested parties may request an audio recording of the meeting from the Board
Secretary for a fee.
Call to Order & Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act: Mr. Joel called the
meeting to order at 7:32 p.m.
Roll Call – The following members were present: Rob Willis, John Young, Deputy Mayor Perron,
Richard Joel, Fran Barto (7:40 p.m.), Jim Van Goor, David Refkin, Reese Campbell, Elizabet
Timofeeva and Sammy Thomas. Michael Stern was absent. Also present were Christopher
Martin, Esq., Board Attorney; Beth Mc Manus, Planning Consultant for Affordable Housing; and
Jane Wondergem, Board Secretary.
Public Comments on Topics not Pending Before the Board – There were no comments at this
time.
Committee/Commission/Professional Updates for Non Agenda Topics -
Deputy Mayor Perron provided a Council update.
Mr. Refkin provided a Green Ridgewood update.
Public Hearing on the Amendment to the 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share
Plan – Beth McManus was sworn and her credentials accepted.
Ms. McManus testified regarding the amendment to the Fourth Round Housing Element and
Fair Share Plan which puts the changes to the Land Use Ordinance that came as a result of the
mediation agreement and settlement agreement that were executed as part of the Fourth
Round Housing compli
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Thu Mar 12, 2026
Central Business District Advisory Committee
Committee to consider enforcing sidewalk retail ban in the CBD
The Central Business District Advisory Committee will discuss several items, including whether to enforce the ordinance that prohibits sidewalk retailing in the CBD. Members will review the Parking Subcommittee’s recommendations and decide on the audience for next steps. The agenda also covers a survey scope with Walker Associates, a wayfinding digital‑marketing plan, and how the CBDAC will promote the new state "Skip the Stuff" law. Additional topics such as new CBD businesses and the Franklin Avenue corridor will be addressed.
- Enforcement of ordinance prohibiting sidewalk retailing in the CBD
- Feedback on Parking Subcommittee’s recommendations and audience determination
- Walker Associates – scope, survey, and next steps
- Wayfinding in the CBD – digital marketing and beyond
- CBDAC’s role in promoting the new "Skip the Stuff" state law
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March 2026 - Central Business District Advisory Committee ( CBDAC) - Agenda
Thursday, March 12 , 202 6 , 8:30 – 10:00 a .m .
Caucus Room – 4 th Floor – Ridgewood Village Hall
Admin :
Approve Minutes : February 12, 2026 CBDAC meeting
Introductions
Updates:
Village Council : Pam
Chamber of Commerce : Glenn
Ridgewood Guild : Ni e na
Ridgewood Business Alliance : Stacey
CSAC : Zohaib
CBD Beautification Initiatives: Jeanne
Discussion items:
Enforcement of ordinance prohibiting sidewalk retailing in CBD?
Feedback on Parking Subcommittee ’s recommendations document and
determination of audience for next steps (SDP)
Walker Associates – scope, survey, next steps (Pam)
Wayfinding in the CBD – digital marketing and beyond (Gary)
CBDAC ’s role in promoting new “ Skip the Stuff ” state law (i.e. single-use utensils
and condiments only available upon request) (Pam)
CBDAC priorities and 2026 areas of focus (SDP)
Miscellaneous : new CBD businesses; Franklin Avenue corridor generally; World Cup
preparations; any other items.
Public Comment
Adjourn
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Village Council Liaison – Pamela Perron
Chamber of Commerce Liaison – Vacant ; Ridge wood Guild Liaison – Niena Jerdee
3 Business /Property Owners – Stacey Tsapatsaris (Vice Chair) , Glenn Carlough, Don Alexband
5 Residents – Stephen Del Percio (Chairperson) , Rebecca Tatlock , Zohaib Rahman ( CSAC
liaison ), Gary DiChiara , Steve Aspe
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Wed Mar 11, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Council to discuss contract for Kings Pond Park pavilion and shelter
The Village Council is holding a special public meeting to discuss awarding a contract for a pavilion and shelter at Kings Pond Park. The body will also discuss canceling parking utility appropriations.
- Contract award for Pavilion/Shelter at Kings Pond Park via Educational Services Commission of NJ Cooperative Purchasing Contract
- Cancellation of Parking Utility Appropriations
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5 . D i s c u s s i o n o f M a r c h 1 1 , 2 0 2 6 A g e n d a
a . A w a r d C o n t r a c t U n d e r E d u c a t i o n a l S e r v i c e s C o m m i s s i o n o f
N J C o o p e r a t i v e P u r c h a s i n g C o n t r a c t – P a v i l i o n / S h e l t e r a t
K i n g s P o n d P a r k
b . C a n c e l P a r k i n g U t i l i t y A p p r o p r i a t i o n s
6 . D i s c u s s i o n o f O t h e r V i l l a g e C o u
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Wed Mar 11, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Ridgewood Village Council to introduce 2026 budget
The Village Council will introduce the 2026 municipal budget and establish a CAP Bank. The meeting includes public hearings on water utility rates and capital bonds, as well as several contract awards for infrastructure and park improvements.
- Introduction of 2026 Budget and Ordinance 4090 to establish a CAP Bank ($1,773,333.10)
- Public hearing on Ordinance 4084 for Water Utility Capital bond ($4,955,600)
- Public hearing on Ordinance 4086 for General Capital bond ($6,799,545)
- Contract award to Northstar Environmental Services, LLC for soil removal at Schedler Property (NTE $2,635,151)
- Contracts for Kings Pond Park playground (NTE $133,671.02) and pavilion (NTE $92,500)
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✓ Decidido: Village Council unanimously approved financial reports and prior meeting minutes
The council voted to accept the Bills, Claims, Vouchers and Statement of Funds as of February 28, 2026. The motion passed with all five councilmembers voting aye and no nays. The council also approved the minutes from the January 14, 2026 meeting. That motion also passed unanimously.
- Approved Bills, Claims, Vouchers and Statement of Funds as of Feb 28, 2026 (5-0)
- Approved Jan 14, 2026 council minutes as submitted (5-0)
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
VILLAGE COUNCIL
REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING
MARCH 11, 2026
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order - Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act
3. Roll Call - Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute
5. Acceptance of Financial Reports
6. Approval of Minutes
7. Proclamations
A. National Poison Prevention Week 2026
B. World Down Syndrome Day
C. World Autism Day
Pursuant to Chapter 3-19 of the Code of the Village of Ridgewood, Manner
of Addressing Council, and Chapter 3-20, Decorum, the Village Council
meetings shall be conducted in the following manner:
Manner of Addressing Council
Persons other than Councilmembers may be permitted to address the
Council in the proper order of business. A person present may, upon
recognition by the Chair, be
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Village Council Regular Public Meeting
March 11, 2026
A REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURT ROOM OF THE
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NEW
JERSEY, ON MARCH 11, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and read the Statement of Compliance
with the Open Public Meetings Act . At roll call, the following were present: Councilmembers
Mortimer, Perron, Weitz, Winograd, and Mayor Vagianos. Also present were Keith Kazmark,
Village Manager; Heather Mailander, Village Clerk; and Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. ACCEPTANCE OF FINANCIAL REPORTS
Mayor Vagianos moved that the Bills, Claims, and Vouchers, and Statement of Funds on Hand as
of February 28, 2026, be accepted as submitted. Councilmember Mortimer seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Mortimer, Perron, Weitz, Winograd, and Mayor Vagianos
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Deputy Mayor Perron moved that the Village Council minutes of January 14, 2026, having been
reviewed by the Village Council and now available in the Village Clerk’s Office, be approved as
submitted. Councilmember Winograd seconded the motion
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Mortime
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Zoning Board to consider West Side Presbyterian Church site plan and expansion
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review a site plan for the West Side Presbyterian Church to expand a nonconforming use and construct additions. The board will also address a carried-over application for a driveway at 257 Greenway Road.
- West Side Presbyterian Church: Site plan for barn addition, bioretention basin, forecourt, crosswalk, meditation court, and parking improvements at 6 South Monroe Street and South Hillside Place
- Jisoo Suzy Yoon: Application for circular driveway and paved area at 257 Greenway Road (45.56% coverage vs 40% maximum)
- Resolution memorialization for 230 Fairfield Avenue
- Resolution memorialization for 151 North Walnut Street
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✓ Decidido: Board carries two applications to future dates, memorializes two resolutions
The JISOO SUZY YOON application was carried to a future date with a new notice. The West Side Presbyterian Church application hearing was carried to April 28, 2026 with a new notice. The board memorialized resolutions for Mahmoud at 230 Fairfield Avenue and for Donoghue at 151 North Walnut Street.
- Carried JISOO SUZY YOON application to future date (new notice required)
- Carried West Side Presbyterian Church application hearing to April 28, 2026 (new notice required)
- Memorialized resolution for Mahmoud, 230 Fairfield Avenue
- Memorialized resolution for Donoghue, 151 North Walnut Street
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.
Call to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Statement required by the Open Public Meeting Act “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board in the Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News,
The Record and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule
including date and time of this meeting”.
Please note: A curfew of 11:00 PM is strictly adhered to by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of
the Village of Ridgewood. No new matter involving an Applicant will be started after 10:30 PM.
At 10:00 PM the Chairman will make a determination and advise Applicants as to whether they
will be heard. If an Applicant cannot be heard because of the lateness of the hour, the matter will
be carried over to a future meeting to be determined by the Board at 10:00 PM.
Roll call
Minutes: February 24, 2026
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments
Members of the public comments
Public hearings
Old Business:
JISOO SUZY YOON – An application to permit a circular driveway and additional paved area
which would result in total coverage by improvements of 45.56%, where 40% is the maximum
permitted for the property located at 257 Greenway Road, Block 2802, Lot 16, in an R-110 Zone.
(Continued from October 28, 2025, Carried from January 27, 2026; To be carried with new
notice)
New
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Meeting Minutes
MARCH 10, 2026
Opening:
The public meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Village of Ridgewood was
called to order at 7:37 p.m.
Present: Greg Brown, Matthew Bandelt, Diana Ruhl, Jonathan Papietro, Jason Curreri,
and Matthew Swan were present. Also present were Bruce Whitaker, Esq., Board
Attorney, and Jane Wondergem, Board Secretary. Jamie Fox and Yelena Raytser were
absent.
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments – There were no comments at this time.
Members of the public comments – There were no comments at this time.
Public hearings:
Old Business:
Mr. Brown announced that the JISOO SUZY YOON, 257 Greenway Road, application will
be carried to a future date with new notice.
New Business:
WEST SIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF RIDGEWOOD NEW JERSEY – A
preliminary and final site plan approval for expansion of a preexisting, nonconforming use
and related variances to rehabilitate and construct addition to the existing barn, install a
bioretention basin with boulder walls, install a church forecourt and crosswalk, install a
labyrinth and meditation court, replace sports court, improve parking lot and install
landscape improvements at 6 South Monroe Street and South Hillside Place, Block 2404,
Lot 3 and Block 2403, Lot 17.01, in an R-110 Zone.
Corey Klein, Esq., entered his appearance on behalf of the applicant.
Charles Rabolli, Esq., entered his appearance on behalf of Co
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Mon Mar 9, 2026
Ridgewood Arts Council
Council will decide new date for the next meeting
The council will consider rescheduling the next meeting from April 13 to either April 6 or April 20. They will also consider moving the June meeting from June 8 to June 15. The agenda includes planning several upcoming arts events, such as the Children in the Arts program on March 15, an artist talk with Tamara Freeman on March 26, and an Older Americans Art Exhibit collection on April 11. Additional items discuss venue options for Jazz Jam Sessions and promotional tasks for upcoming events.
- Reschedule next meeting: choose April 6 or April 20 instead of April 13
- Reschedule June meeting: move from June 8 to June 15
- Children in the Arts program – March 15, 2:00 pm, Art Studio
- Artist talk with Tamara Freeman – March 26, 7:00 pm, Art Studio
- Older Americans Art Exhibit collection – April 11, 10:00 am‑12:00 pm, Village Hall
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✓ Decidido: Arts Council rescheduled April and June meetings
The council moved its next meeting to April 20, 2026, and changed the June meeting date to June 15, 2026. No vote tallies were recorded. All other agenda items were informational updates.
- Rescheduled next meeting to April 20, 2026
- Rescheduled June meeting to June 15, 2026
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Ridgewood Arts Council
March 9th, 2026
Rolling Agenda
Present:
Items Notes
Welcome and
Scheduling decision
Reschedule the next meeting from April 13th to April 6th or April 20th?
Can we reschedule the June meeting from JUne 8th to June 15th?
Upcoming Events Children in the Arts
Sunday, March 15th at 2:00pm in the Art Studio
● Need the Flyer ASAP- we can repurpose the last year ’s one with changing the
date and the venue
● Share on Social Media and with Christine Corliss (BOE) - Julie
● Make a program - Julie
● Develop a social media waiver - Julie
● Get snacks - ask the donation from Black Magic Forest Cafe - Debra
● Make sure that video works ( thumbdrive ; write to the library that we have
video) - Gloria, Julie
● Certificates for the kids - Shantala
● Need one table - ask Library
Artist talk with Tamara Freeman
March 26th at 7:00pm in the Art Studio
● Need the Flyer ASAP - Marc sent the bio and the photos - need Tamara ’s
approval
● Distribution to start as of February 26th : social media, Christine Corliss, Village
Hall, social media
● We need more push on social media
Older Americans Art Exhibit
Parameters for work collection
● Collection of work on Saturday, April 11th from 10:00am - 12:00pm in the
Village Hall
Month of May in the Library auditorium
Reception - May 12th
● Need the Flyer ASAP
The flyer was shared with Sheila, Parks and Recs, RAC mailing list, and Village Hall, and
on Instagram
● Did we share on Facebook?
● Need to report on FB through the village
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March 9th, 2026
Rolling Agenda
Present: Julie Mchedlishvili, Gloria Holmes, Frank Mortimer, Karen Orlin, Marc Cantor, Shantala
Kaikini, Zeynep Gunday
Items Notes
Welcome and
Scheduling decision
Reschedule the next meeting to April 20th
Reschedule the June meeting to June 15th
Upcoming Events Children in the Arts
Sunday, March 15th at 2:00pm in the Art Studio
Artist talk with Tamara Freeman
March 26th at 7:00pm in the Art Studio
We need more push on social media
Send the flyer to Sheila Brogan
Older Americans Art Exhibit
Parameters for work collection
Collection of work on Saturday, April 11th from 10:00am - 12:00pm
in the Village Hall
Month of May in the Library auditorium
Reception - May 12th
The flyer was shared with Sheila, Parks and Recs, RAC mailing list, and
Village Hall, and on Instagram
Jazz Jam Sessions On Hold: Guild suggested Columbia Bank on Broad street - waiting for the
manager to respond; Rose ’s Persian back room is another option
RPL Mallory Mortillaro lecture about Art: list of lectures will be on Saturday,
May 16th at 2:00pm in the Library.
RAC is co-sponsoring with Ridgewood Public Library
When the flyer is available, LIbary is asking for support in distribution
through our mailing list
Ridgewood Arts
Foundation updates
RAF Showcase is on April 10th
Pride Event Pride Event - June 6th, 11:00am - 4:00pm; marketplace; Pride Event - think
about the RAC connection
Flag painting during the event for the kids/ potential face sticke
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Mon Mar 9, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Commission will review four historic preservation applications.
The Ridgewood Historic Preservation Commission will consider four applications for changes to historic properties. Items include a proposed sign at 29 Chestnut Street, a sign, lighting, and façade paint at 15 Oak Street, demolition of a detached garage with a new attached garage, addition, and patio at 154 Monte Vista Avenue, and demolition of a barn/garage with a new garage at 231 Woodside Avenue. The meeting will also adopt the minutes from February 9, 2026.
- Review of proposed sign at 29 Chestnut Street
- Review of sign, lighting, and façade paint at 15 Oak Street
- Review of demolition of detached garage and construction of attached garage, addition, and patio at 154 Monte Vista Avenue
- Review of demolition of barn/garage and construction of new garage at 231 Woodside Avenue
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✓ Decidido: Historic Preservation Commission approved multiple sign and construction proposals
The commission approved a white sign with red printing for 29 Chestnut Street, subject to frame size limits. It approved a sign, lighting, and paint plan for 15 Oak Street with specific paint and lettering requirements. It approved demolition and new construction projects at 154 Monte Vista Ave. and 231 Woodside Ave. as presented. The commission also adopted plaque style K-4968 for historic preservation award signs, to be placed in yards for 1‑6 months at $57 each.
- Approved sign for 29 Chestnut Street (white sign with red printing; frame max 24" x 24") – approved as submitted
- Approved sign, lighting, and paint for 15 Oak Street, conditional on painting corner with Chantilly White (Benjamin Moore) and adding red line under letters
- Approved demolition of existing garage, new garage, addition, and patio at 154 Monte Vista Ave – approved as presented
- Approved demolition of barn/garage and new garage at 231 Woodside Ave – approved as presented
- Adopted plaque style K-4968 for historic preservation award signs; to be placed in homeowners' yards for 1‑6 months, vendor SmartSigns, $57 each
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
131 N. MAPLE AVENUE Phone: (201) 670-5500 X 240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450 Fax: (201) 670-7305
MONDAY, March 9, 2026
Public Meeting
CAUCUS ROOM, 4TH LEVEL, 7:30 P.M.
1. Call to orde r & Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meetings Act : –
Adequate notice of the list of 2026 Historic Preservation Commission meetings has
been provided to the Village Clerk’s office and posted on the Village of Ridgewood
website and was prominently posted on the bulletin board in the entry lobby of the
Village Hall.
2. Roll Call: Ferrante, Tsapatsaris, Summerville, Brady, Giuliani, Fuhrman, Latham
3. Adoption of Minutes: February 9, 2026
4. Applicants for Review:
➢ Morsetto, 29 Chestnut Street – proposed sign
➢ Millburn Delicatessen, 15 Oak S treet – proposed sign, lighting and
paint façade
➢ Zilinski Residence, 154 Monte Vista Avenue – demolition of detached
garage, proposed attached garage, addition and patio
➢ Flood Residence, 231 Woodside Avenue – demolition of barn/garage
and proposed new garage
5. Adjournment
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOODHistoric Preservation CommissionMeeting Minutes
Meeting Date:Call to Order Time: Adjournment Time:
HPC Members Present
Applications Reviewed During the Meeting
Other Matters Discussed:
March 9, 20267:32 PM 9:50 PM
Name Position PresentTsapatsaris Chairperson YesFerrante Vice Chairperson YesBrady Member YesSummerville Member YesFuhrman Member YesLatham Member NoGuiliani Member YesStern Planning Board Liaison NoWeitz Village Council Liaison No
Name Address Type Representative(s) DecisionMorsetto 29 Chestnut Street Proposed sign Sal Latella Owner Approved as submitted. White sign with red printing. Suggestion is tomount it on a square frame with gold background. Frame cannot be morethan 24" x 24". Also suggested shadow on letters in gold.Francesco Curci Owner
Millburn Delicatessen15 Oak Street Proposed sign, lighting andpaint Rich Nemet Owner Approved subject to the following: Need to paint the white color aroundthe corner of the building to cover the green. Use Chantilly White -Benjamin Moore. Add red line underneath all the letters in the signMatt Rabinowitz Sign Co.
Zilinski Residence 154 Monte Vista Ave. Demo of existing garage, newgarage, addition and patio Caitlin Zilinski Owner Approved as presentedGary Irwin Contractor
Flood Residence 231 Woodside Ave. Demo of barn/garage and newgarage Samuel Flood Owner Approved as presentedJane Flood Owner
Discussed the plaques for homes, HPC agreed on style K-4968. Sign will go on home owners yard for 1-6 months. S
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Thu Mar 5, 2026
Green Ridgewood
Village council will discuss and approve the 2026 budget
The Green Ridgewood meeting will review and vote on the 2026 municipal budget. Attendees will also plan the Daffodil Festival/Earth Day Fair, including a 1,000‑acre sustainable landscaping project. Additional topics include a climate resiliency planning grant and updates from several sustainability subcommittees.
- Finance – discussion and approval of the 2026 budget
- 2026 Daffodil Festival/Earth Day Fair planning – theme, materials, logistics, and 1,000‑acre sustainable landscaping project
- Climate Resiliency Planning Grant – preparation for March 14 meeting and OPRA information
- Resource Management & Conservation Committee – leaf blower strategy, food scraps program expansion, public outreach, Ridgewood Water update
- Green Building/Sustainability Committee – energy audit and Sustainable NJ grant status, review of turf and grass field impact studies
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✓ Decidido: Village Council approved $1.6 M grant and loan for Schedler Field remediation
The council accepted a $250,000 grant and a $1.35 million loan to cover remediation costs at Schedler Field. It also adopted five affordable housing ordinances, added Hillsdale to the Styrofoam densifier shared‑services program, and approved moving the community garden to Habernickel Park. The 2026 budget included $2,000 of approved expenditures for Earth Day, conferences, the James Rose Center, and a March 14 meeting with neighboring towns.
- Approved $250,000 grant and $1.35 M loan for Schedler Field remediation (total $1.6 M)
- Adopted five affordable housing ordinances
- Approved addition of Hillsdale to Styrofoam densifier shared‑services program
- Approved moving community garden from behind the Stable to Habernickel Park
- Approved $2,000 budget expenditures (Earth Day $600, Conferences $600, James Rose Center $500, March 14 meeting $300)
- Adopted Bergen County Multi‑Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Passed resolution supporting a New Jersey green amendment
- Approved adoption of the five affordable housing ordinances
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GREEN RIDGEWOOD AGENDA
March 5 , 202 6 , 7 :30-9: 30 PM
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, SENIOR LOUNGE
Administration
1. Welcome and Attendee Introductions
2. Approve February 5 th meeting minutes.
Updates/Discussion /Strategy
3. Chair Report , Green Ridgewood h ighlights (David) – 3 minutes
4. Village Council Liaison Report ( Pam ) – 10 minutes
5. 2026 Daffodil F estival /Earth Day Fair (Earth Day Subc .) – 20 minutes
a. Theme , Materials & Logistics
b. P romoting Sustainable Landscaping , Project 1,000 acres
c. Scavenger Hunt /Sustainability Partners , Prizes
d. Spinning Wheel Questions/Discussions
e. Tie in with schools (Beth, Jane)
f. Other Issues
6. Super Science Saturday ( Bill, Miles, Julia, Anika) – 5 minutes
7. Students Update, Projects & Sustainability Day (Julia, Anika, Miles): 5- 10 minutes
8. Climate Resiliency Planning Grant/ Ma r ch 14 th Meeting /SRWA (David ). -1 5 minutes
a. Meetings with o ther BC communities and Community Based Organizations
b. Plan for March 14 th meeting
c. OPRA Information ( Justin )
9. Resource Management & Conservation Subco mmittee ( Pam for Peter) – 10 minutes
a. Leaf Blower Strategy Moving Forward
i. Municipal fleet conversation
ii. A dvocates for Transforming Landscaping
b. Food Scraps – Next steps to Expand Program
c. Skip the Stuff – Public Outreach
d. Ridgewood Water ( Jill)
10. G reen Team Meeting and Update (Joe, Pam ) – 5 minutes
11. Resilience, Flooding & Stormwate r (David, Justin, Pam) – 5 minutes
a. Me e ting with James McGrath –
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GREEN RIDGEWOOD MINUTES
March 5, 2026
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, SENIOR LOUNGE
Attendees: Green Ridgewood: David Refkin – Chair; Justin Manger - Vice chair; Bill
Armbruster, Jane Rouse, Pam Perron – Village Council liaison, Jill Fasano – Ridgewood Water;
Miles Luo - RHS staff, Anika Mukkatira -- Student liaison. Green Team: Joe Ferrante, Richard
Krauser, Manpreet Tyagi; Julia Grant – Student liaison ; Mary Lou Handy – BOE liaison
Guests: Devyn Letscher (student guest); George Wolfson
Administration
1. Welcome and Attendee Introductions . Ric h K rauser introd uced him self. He has lived in
Ridgewood for 35 years. He worked for both the Army Corp of Engineers and the EPA.
2. We a pprove d the February 5th meeting minutes.
Updates/Discussion/Strategy
3. Chair Report, Green Ridgewood highlights (David)
Joan Hubertus has resigned from Green Ridgewood. We have one opening on both the
Green Team and Green Ridgewood. Rutgers is hosting a New Jersey Climate Change
Research Symposium on Wednesday June 10 in Piscataway.
4. Village Council Liaison Report (Pam)
The Council vot e d Wednesday to accept a $250,000 grant from the Bergen County
Municipal Joint Insurance Fund to help cover remedi a tion costs at Schedler Field , plus a
loan of $1.35 million , for a total of $1.6 million.
The Council approved the add ition of Hillsdale to our Styrofoam densifier shared services
program .
We h a v e to adopt the B erg e n C ounty M ulti -J uris diction H azard M itigation P lan this
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Wed Mar 4, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Ridgewood Council to discuss affordable housing and water system contracts
The Village Council will discuss amendments to the affordable housing regulating and development fee ordinances. The meeting includes reviews of several Ridgewood Water contracts and the adoption of an affirmative marketing plan for affordable housing.
- Amend Chapter 190 Land Use and Development regarding Affordable Housing
- Award contracts for SCADA software, soil testing, and road repair materials
- Authorize change orders for 2026 Water Main Replacements and Schedler Property public outreach
- Adopt Affirmative Marketing Plan for Affordable Housing
- Accept donation for a new scoreboard at Maple Park Field
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✓ Decidido: Council voted to suspend regular work session and call a special public meeting
The Village Council unanimously approved a motion to suspend the regular work session and convene a Special Public Meeting. The motion was made by Deputy Mayor Perron, seconded by Councilmember Mortimer, and all councilmembers present voted in the affirmative. No other substantive actions were taken during the session.
- Suspended regular work session and scheduled a Special Public Meeting (unanimous)
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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
MARCH 4, 2026
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by submission
to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and
time of this meeting.”
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 40 Minutes in Total)
6. Village Manager’s Report
7. Village Council Reports
7a. Discussion Item – Operations
Amend Chapter 190 - Land Use and Development – Article XIII, Affordable Housing -
Affordable Housing Regulating Ordinance and Development Fee
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Village Council Public Work Session
March 4, 2026
A PUBLIC WORK SESSION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURTROOM OF THE
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NEW
JERSEY, ON MARCH 4, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the Public Work Session to order at 7:30 p.m. and read the Statement of
Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act . At roll call, the following were present:
Councilmembers Mortimer and Weitz, Deputy Mayor Perron, and Mayor Vagianos.
Councilmember Winograd was not present. Also present were Keith Kazmark, Village Manager;
Jennifer Natoli, Deputy Village Clerk; and Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mayor Vagianos opened the meeting for public comment.
Boyd Loving, a Ridgewood resident, spoke to commend the Village’s handling of a valet parking
operation he had observed in the Central Business District the prior Saturday evening. Mr. Loving
stated that he submitted questions by email to Village Chief Financial Officer Robert Rooney and
was pleased to report that within sixty minutes of doing so, he received a telephone call from Police
Captain Glenn Ender, who answered all of his questions. Captain Ender subsequently followed up
on one remaining concern later in the week. Mr. Lovin
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Wed Mar 4, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Ridgewood Council to address Schedler Property soil remediation and affordable housing
The Village Council will consider a $1,600,000 emergency appropriation and bond ordinance for soil remediation at the Schedler Property. The meeting also includes a proposed amendment to the affordable housing regulating and development fee ordinances to align with state law.
- Resolution 26-71: Emergency appropriation of $1,600,000 for Schedler Property soil remediation
- Ordinance #4088: Bond Ordinance for $1,600,000 to finance Schedler Property soil remediation
- Ordinance #4089: Amendment to Chapter 190 regarding affordable housing and development fees
- Resolution 26-69: Approval of Temporary Capital Budget
- Resolution 26-70: Acceptance of Bergen County Joint Insurance Fund loan and settlement for Schedler Property
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✓ Decidido: Village Council adopts bond ordinance for Schedler property soil remediation
The council adopted Ordinance #4088, a bond ordinance appropriating $1,600,000 and authorizing $1,350,000 in bonds for soil remediation at the Schedler property, and set a public hearing for March 25, 2026. It also adopted Ordinance #4089 to amend Chapter 190 on affordable housing, with a public hearing scheduled for March 25, 2026. Additionally, resolutions 26-67 through 26-69 were adopted by consent agenda.
- Adopted Ordinance #4088 bond ordinance appropriating $1,600,000 (4-0)
- Set public hearing for Ordinance #4088 on March 25, 2026 (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance #4089 to amend affordable housing article (4-0)
- Set public hearing for Ordinance #4089 on March 25, 2026 (4-0)
- Adopted resolutions 26-67 through 26-69 by consent agenda (unanimous)
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING
MARCH 4, 2026
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order - Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
MAYOR: "Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided
by a posting on the bulletin board in Village Hall,
by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by
submission to all persons entitled to same as
provided by law of a schedule including the date and
time of this meeting."
3. Roll Call
4. Comments from the Public
5. RESOLUTIONS
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS, NUMBERED 26-67 THROUGH 26-69, WILL BE ADOPTED BY
A CONSENT AGENDA, WITH ONE VOTE BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL. THERE IS A BRIEF
DESCRIPTION BESIDE EACH RESOLUTION TO BE CONSIDERED ON THE CONSENT AGENDA.
THE RESOLUTIONS WILL BE READ BY TITLE ONLY
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Village Council Special Public Meeting
March 4, 2026
A SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURTROOM OF THE
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NEW
JERSEY, ON MARCH 4, 2026 AT 7:40 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL
Mayor Vagianos called the Special Public Meeting to order at 7:40 p.m. and read the Statement of
Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. At roll call, the following were present:
Councilmembers Mortimer, Weitz, Deputy Mayor Perron, and Mayor Vagianos. Councilmember
Winograd was absent. Also present were Village Manager Keith Kazmark, Deputy Village Clerk
Jennifer Natoli, and Village Attorney Matthew Rogers.
2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Saurabh Dani, a Ridgewood re sident, addressed the Village Council regarding an item on the
evening’s agenda. Mr. Dani noted that he observed a resolution concerning a loan from an
insurance fund and sought clarification on the distinction between a loan and a bond, and between
a resolution and an ordinance. He stated his understanding that if an insurance settlement is certain
to be received, the advance of those funds may be authorized by resolution; however, if there is
uncertainty as to whether the insurance proceeds will be receiv ed and the matter may ultimately
need to be treated as a capital bond, an ordinance would be the appropriate vehicle. He asked the
Village Council to con
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Wed Mar 4, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Council will hold a closed session on a Joint Insurance Fund environmental claim
The Ridgewood Village Council will consider a resolution to enter a closed session. If approved, the council will meet in closed session to discuss a legal matter involving the Joint Insurance Fund environmental claim for the Schedler Property. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, public comments, and adjournment.
- Resolution to go into closed session
- Closed session to address Joint Insurance Fund Environmental Claim – Schedler Property
- Public comments (max 3 minutes per person)
- Call to order and roll call
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VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING
MARCH 4, 2026
6:45 P.M.
1. Call to Order - Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
MAYOR: "Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided
by a posting on the bulletin board in Village Hall,
by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by
submission to all persons entitled to same as provided
by law of a schedule including the date and time of
this meeting."
3. Roll Call
4. Comments from the Public (Not to exceed 3 minutes per person)
5. Resolution to go into Closed Session
6. Closed Session
Legal – Joint Insurance Fund Environmental Claim – Schedler
Property
7. Adjournment
Tue Mar 3, 2026
Shade Tree Commission
Shade Tree Commission to discuss 1000 tree initiative and planting designs
The Shade Tree Commission will meet to review updates on the 1000 tree initiative and strip planting designs. The body will also discuss the Daffodil Fest and coordination with the High School Green Team.
- 1000 tree initiative update
- Strip Planting Designs
- Daffodil Fest 4/26/26
- High School Green Team progress
- Super science Saturday 3/7/26
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✓ Decidido: Commission set Daffodil Fest start time and approved labeling tree pots
The Shade Tree Commission decided to begin Daffodil Fest setup at 10:30 AM, 30 minutes earlier than last year, and to label all tree pots with Avery5160 labels before the event. The group also agreed on next steps for a door‑knocker campaign, a Hellstrip planting presentation, and continued work on a memorial “heroes’ grove.” Additional tasks were assigned to investigate a tree impacted by new bank construction and to prepare for Super Science Saturday.
- Set Daffodil Fest setup to begin at 10:30 AM (30 min earlier than prior year)
- Approved labeling all tree pots with Avery5160 labels before Daffodil Fest
- Agreed STC will distribute door‑knocker campaign materials once design is approved
- Assigned Frank to investigate the tree impacted by new bank construction on Franklin and Broad
- Tasked George to present the Hellstrip planting initiative to Green Ridgewood
- Decided to continue exploring a “heroes’ grove” memorial tree site and discuss at April meeting
- Planned to prepare and present at Super Science Saturday (or arrange coverage if unable to attend)
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Shade Tree Commission
March 3 , 202 6 , 7:30pm
Garden Room, Village Hall
ADMINISTRATION
-Call to order
-M inutes from February 1 0 th meeting to be approved
REPORTS
-U pdates from the co-chairs , summarizing noteworthy developments (Adam/Nancy B-H)
-Update from the Council liaison (Siobhan)
- 1000 tree initiative (Tim H)
-Daffodil Fest 4/26/26 (all)
-High School Green Team progress (Yuna)
-Strip Planting Designs (Nancy & George)
-Super science Saturday 3/ 7 / 26 (Deb/Keelie)
-A dding posting to village communications/social media “ Street tree fallen tree/daffodil fest/door
knockers Request replacement from village ” (Medhi , K e ele )
PUBLIC COMMENT
Please limit comments to 3 minutes
ADJOURNMENT
N ext meeting, Tuesday, April 14 , at 7:30 pm , Garden Room, Village Hall
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3/3/2026 Minutes
In attendance : Adam Brown, Frank Mortimer, Ava Delmonaco, Emma Dowman, Keelin Sullivan,
Yuna Kim, Andrew Gorman, Matt Andrula, Nancy Brennan-Hill, Deb Steinbaum, Julia Buckley,
Declan Madden, George Wolfson, Medhi Manii
-Meeting in the Garden Room called to order by Adam Brown at 7:32 pm.
Quick recap
The Shade Tree Commission meeting focused on several key initiatives including the Thousand
Tree Initiative, which aims to plant 250 trees by 20 28 , and the development of a Hellstrip
project to encourage residential planting in public spaces. The group discussed plans for
Daffodil Fest, including activities and materials needed for the event, and reviewed updates on
the Acorn Project's progress with school presentations. They also addressed concerns about a
tree being impacted by a new bank development on Franklin and Broad streets, with Frank
agreeing to investigate the situation. The conversation ended with a presentation on the
Hellstrip project, which would allow residents to plant in public strips while maintaining sight
lines and avoiding sidewalk obstructions, though specific plant guidelines and village approval
would still be needed.
Next steps
Email Siobhan to check on the status and language of the door knocker and to
coordinate getting the list of houses for door knocker distribution.
List all Daffodil Fest ideas and responsibilities in an email to the group before the next
meeting.
Declan: Ob
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Fields Committee
Ridgewood Fields Committee to review 2026 sports schedules and maintenance windows
The Ridgewood Fields Working Group will review the 2026 Spring and Summer schedules, including tentative maintenance windows for VOR grass fields and turf Maple Field. The committee will also discuss a World Cup Watch Party at Vets Field and approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Review 2026 Spring and Summer Schedules
- Tentative VOR 2026 Maintenance Window (April 3 grass fields, July 24 turf Maple Field)
- World Cup Watch Party at Vets Field (June 19, 1:30–5:00 pm)
- Approval of February 3, 2026 Minutes
- Review Fields and Recreational Facility Policy
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✓ Decidido: Village Council accepted $27,000 gift for Veterans Field renovation
The committee approved the February 3, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. The Village Council accepted a $27,000 gift to fund renovation of the Veterans Field diamonds. The updated fields policy will be reviewed by the Village Council on March 4 and voted on March 11. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved February 3, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted $27,000 gift for Veterans Field renovation (unanimous)
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AGENDA FIELDS 3.3.2026
RIDGEWOOD FIELDS WORKING GROUP
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 8:00 am
Ed Center-3rd Floor Board Room
Agenda
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I. Roll Call - RHS Athletics, RBSA, RLA, RJFA, RASA, RSA, Maroons Club, BOE Liaison, PRC Liaison,
Village Council Liaison, Rebels/Biddy Basketball, Community School, RJW, BOE Facilities Director,
Village Member at large, Hoops Club, Open Space Liaison, Roller Hockey
II. Approval of Minutes – February 3, 2026
III. Fields and Recreational Facility Policy/ Final Review-K. Kazmark & M. Schwarz
IV. 2026 Spring and Summer Schedules
• RHS Varsity Sports Schedules
• Youth Sports Organizations
• Special Events/New Program Requests
• Tentative VOR 2026 Maintenance Window
o April 3 VOR grass fields
o July 24 turf Maple Field
V. Fields Group/ Member Reports
• RHS Athletics-K. Cook
• RBSA-S. Muller – Upper Hawes/Field Renovation
• RLA-K. Springer
• RJFA-J. Perrapato
• RASA - P. Holmes
• RSA-T. Trubac
• Rebels/Biddy Basketball - J. Cosgrove
• Hoops Basketball – P. Thomas
• Maroons-J. Feeney
• BOE-M. Micale
• VOR-S. Winograd
VI. A World Cup Watch Party – Friday, June 19, 2026/1:30 – 5:00 pm/Vets Field – P. Coopersmith
VII. Fields Group/Contact Listing/updates
• Annual Submission of Required Documents/Background Checks-D. Wilde/L. Mulcahy
VIII. Valid Background Checks
IX. New Business
X. Public Comment-(Limit three minutes per person/total of 20 minutes)
XI. Adjournment
Next Meeting Date – Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - 8:00 am
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Ridgewood Fields Working Group Minutes
March 3, 2026 – 8:00 am 2nd Fl. Conference Room Ed. Center/ ZOOM
Attendees: – R. Matthews, N. Bigos, K. Cook, D. Wilde, L. Mulcahy, E. Sudol, D. Manwaring, J. Higgins, S. Muller, P.
Holmes, J. Perrapato, J. Feeney, C. Holt, J. Burke, M. Micale, M. Schwarz, R. Lynch, R. Lasky, P. Thomas, K. Kazmark, M.
Hefferan *Unable to document anyone who attended via ZOOM that did not speak in the meeting.
I. Roll Call
RECOGNIZED GROUPS IN ATTENDANCE- RHS Athletics, Ridgewood Baseball and Softball Assoc., Ridgewood Adult
Soccer Association, Ridgewood Lacrosse Association, Ridgewood Soccer, Maroons Soccer Club, Ridgewood Jr.
Football, Ridgewood Hoops Club, Ridgewood Community School, BOE Facilities Director, VC Member at Large,
Board of Ed Liaison, PRC Board Liaison
ABSENT- Biddy/Rebels Basketball, Ridgewood Jr. Wrestling, Ridgewood Roller Hockey, Village Council Liaison,
Open Space Liaison
Approval of Minutes-February 3, 2026
1st R. Matthews, 2nd M. Schwarz, Minutes approved by all.
II. Fields Recreational Facility Policy
M. Schwarz- Thanked everyone that was involved in updating the policy. The policy has been updated to have
better control of field use, proper maintenance to prevent overuse, which includes prioritization of traditional
spring and fall sports schedules. This will allow for maintenance and rest of our grass fields. The last clarifications
will be made to the policy this week by himself and K. Kazmark based on the
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Planning Board
Ridgewood Planning Board meeting set for March 3, 2026 was canceled
The Ridgewood Planning Board announced that the public meeting and work session scheduled for March 3, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall courtroom was canceled. The notice cites the Open Public Meetings Act. The next regular meeting is planned for March 17, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in the same location.
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PLANNING BOARD
PLANNING BOARD
AMENDMENT TO MEETING SCHEDULE
CANCELED: March 3, 2026
In accordance with the provisions of the "Open Public Meetings Act," please be advised that the
PLANNING BOARD public meeting and work session for TUESDAY, MARCH 3 , 2026 , in the
VILLAGE HALL COURT ROOM, 4th Floor, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ
beginning at 7:30 p.m. has been canceled.
The next regular meeting will be held on March 17, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall Courtroom, 4 th
Floor, 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ.
All meetings of the Ridgewood Planning Board (i.e., official public meetings, work session meetings, pre-
meeting assemblies and special meetings) are public meetings, which are always open to members of the
general public.
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Ridgewood News
The Record
Village Clerk
Village Bulletin Board
Village Website
Thu Feb 26, 2026
Community Center Advisory Board
Board reviews community center improvement proposal and contract
The Community Center Advisory Board will approve the January meeting minutes and receive the Treasurer’s reports, including updates from CCORF and the Taub Foundation. Members will discuss the community center improvement proposal and contract under old business. The board will also address the need for a new treasurer and plan a HealthBarn Foundation‑sponsored lunch and learn event for March 24.
- Approve January meeting minutes
- Treasurer’s reports covering CCORF and Taub Foundation
- Review community center improvement proposal and contract
- Elect a new treasurer
- Plan HealthBarn Foundation lunch and learn on March 24, with volunteer prep at 396 Belmont Avenue, Haledon
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07450
Zoom Link : Topic: CCAB Zoom Meeting
Time: Thursday, February 26, 2026 05:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Please email Deanna Schablik at
[email protected]
for the Zoom Link if you would like to attend via Zoom
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AGENDA
Community Center Advisory Board Meeting
Thursday, February 26 , 2026
5:00 - 6:00 pm. Garden Room – Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Avenue
5:00 Call to Order
Approve January Minutes
Treasurer ’s Reports, CCORF and Taub Foundation.
Old Business – Community Center Improvement Updates on Proposal and Contract
1 . New Treasurer needed.
2. Next Lunch and Learn – Tuesday, March 24 th . HealthBarn Foundation is sponsoring the
lunch and presenting for National Nutrition Month. Need volunteers to assist on March 21 st at
No Fuss Lunch- 396 Belmont Avenue, Haledon (CC ORF/CCAB/CYC Members) to prepare
soup and dessert for 3/24/26 Lunch and Learn
3 . Need all board members ’ participation now.
4 . Donor Letter
5. Decipher CCAB and Foundation Board Members serving capacities. Discuss a CCORF
specific meeting date in addition to CCAB monthly meeting.
Committee Reports:
Village Business
Age - Friendly
Civic Youth Corps Members
PRC
ADJOURN
NEXT MEETING March 26 , 202 6
Wed Feb 25, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Council considers playground contract and emergency management changes
The Ridgewood Village Council will discuss a Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract to design, supply, and install a playground at Kings Pond Park. It will also consider a professional services contract for NJ Department of Environmental Protection Green Acres compliance, fee amendments for the Office of Emergency Management, and the creation of an Office of Emergency Management as a village department. Additional items include authorizing an application to the Bergen County Joint Insurance Fund for the Certified Fire Department Program and adopting the Bergen County Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2026.
- Contract under Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing – design, supply, and install playground at Kings Pond Park
- Award professional services contract – NJ Department of Environmental Protection Green Acres compliance
- Amend Chapter 145 – Fees – Office of Emergency Management Fees
- Authorize application to Bergen County Joint Insurance Fund – Certified Fire Department Program
- Amend Chapter 3 – Administration of Government – establish Office of Emergency Management as a Village Department and adopt Bergen County Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2026
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✓ Decidido: Village Council public work session held; no formal decisions made
The February 25, 2026 public work session featured public comments, updates on snow‑storm cleanup, park improvements, the municipal budget timeline, and progress on the Zabriskie‑Schedler house project. No votes or official actions were recorded during the meeting.
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PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
FEBRUARY 2 5, 202 6
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “ Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News , The Record , and by submission to all
persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and time of this
meeting. ”
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4 . Flag S alute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 4 0 Minutes in Total )
6. The State of the Village – Mayor Paul Vagianos
7 . Village Manager ’s Report
8 . Village Council Reports
9 . Presentation
Hearing Loop Installation in the Sydney V. Stoldt, Jr. Court Room
1 0 . Discu
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Village Council Public Work Session
February 25, 2026
A PUBLIC WORK SESSION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURT ROOM OF THE
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NEW
JERSEY, ON FEBRUARY 25, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and read the Statement of Compliance
with the Open Public Meetings Act. At roll call, the following were present: Councilmembers
Mortimer, Weitz, and Winograd and Mayor Vagianos. Deputy Mayor Perron had not yet arrived
but joined the meeting in progress. Also present were Keith Kazmark, Village Manager; Heather
Mailander, Village Clerk; and Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Anne Loving, a Ridgewood resident, addressed the Village Council regarding artificial turf. Ms.
Loving opened her remarks by reciting a quotation she attributed to former newspaper reporter
for Ridgewood Village Council meetings, John Koster: “For there is no more difficult obstacle to
overcome than that of the closed mind.” She indicated that she kept this quote posted in her
home and found it relevant to the current discussion surrounding the Schedler property. Ms.
Loving stated that she believed the Village Council had closed minds with respect to artificial
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Tue Feb 24, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Killian application seeks two‑story addition that exceeds height and setback limits
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review several pending applications, including a two‑story addition that exceeds the permitted building height and side‑yard setbacks, a swimming‑pool project with setback deficiencies, and other driveway and signage requests. Each application will be considered for compliance with the R‑1, R‑2, and B‑1 zoning districts. Decisions will be made according to the board’s curfew rules, with matters not heard by 10:30 PM carried over to a future meeting.
- Killian & Meghan Killian – two‑story addition, 31.25 ft height (30 ft max) and side‑yard setbacks 14.1 ft/13.88 ft (required 21.61 ft) at 757 Hillcrest Road, R‑1 Zone
- Michael & Caitlin Licare – swimming pool and garage, side yard setback 8 ft (required 10 ft) and rear yard setback 7 ft (required 10 ft) at 153 John Street, R‑2 Zone
- Pavan Rayabarapu & Rajani Nomula – new single‑family dwelling expansion, front yard 38 ft/34.9 ft (min 40 ft), rear yard 11 ft (min 30 ft), retaining wall 11 ft (max 4 ft) at 370 Upper Boulevard, R‑2 Zone
- Wei Cai – attic dormer, front yard setbacks 22.4 ft (required 40 ft) on John St and 43.6 ft (required 45 ft) on Fairway Rd, rear yard 9.1 ft (required 30 ft) at 152 John Street, R‑2 Zone
- Gregory & Victoria I. Annacone – driveway modification to 37 ft width (max 25 ft) at 178 N. Pleasant Avenue, R‑2 Zone
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✓ Decidido: Board approved multiple variance applications, including a dormer and a sign
The Ridgewood Zoning Board of Adjustment approved four residential variance requests and one commercial sign request. The dormer application at 152 John Street was approved with a condition to center the dormer, passing 5‑2. The sign application at 45 North Broad Street was approved pending a revised sign review. All other applications were approved without recorded vote counts.
- Approved Pavan Rayabarapu & Rajani Nomula single‑family dwelling variance (unanimous)
- Approved Wei Cai attic dormer variance with centering condition (5‑2 vote)
- Approved Gregory & Victoria Iannacone driveway modification (unanimous)
- Approved Henry & Meghan Killian two‑story addition with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved Tes TJ Realty LLC second commercial sign with revised sign condition (unanimous)
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AGENDA
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.
Call to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Statement required by the Open Public Meeting Act “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board in the Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News,
The Record and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule
including date and time of this meeting”.
Please note: A curfew of 11:00 PM is strictly adhered to by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of
the Village of Ridgewood. No new matter involving an Applicant will be started after 10:30 PM.
At 10:00 PM the Chairman will make a determination and advise Applicants as to whether they
will be heard. If an Applicant cannot be heard because of the lateness of the hour, the matter will
be carried over to a future meeting to be determined by the Board at 10:00 PM.
Roll call
Minutes: February 10, 2026
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments
Members of the public comments
Public hearings
Old Business:
MICHAEL & CAITLIN LICARE – An application to install a swimming p ool and related
amenities, demolish existing detached garage and construct a new one-car detached garage
which would result in a side yard setback to the pool of 8 feet, and rear yard setback to the pool
of 7 feet, where 10 feet is required, and location of patio/BBQ within the front yard setback on
Fairwa
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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Meeting Minutes
FEBRUARY 24, 2026
Opening:
The public meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Village of Ridgewood was
called to order at 7:35 p.m.
Present: Greg Brown, Matthew Bandelt, Diana Ruhl, Jonathan Papietro, Jamie Fox ,
Jason Curreri (7:41 p.m.), Yelena Raytser (7:44 p.m.) and Matthew Swan were present.
Also present were Bruce Whitaker, Esq., Board Attorney (via phone), John Barree, Village
Planner, and Jane Wondergem, Board Secretary.
The minutes from February 10, 2026 were adopted.
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments – There were no comments at this time.
Members of the public comments – There were no comments at this time.
Public hearings:
Mr. Brown announced that the Licare, 153 John Street, application was carried to March
24, 2026 without further notice.
PAVAN RAYABARAPU & RAJANI NOMULA – An application to permit the construction
of a new single family dwelling, on the existing foundation, which would result in a front
yard of 38 feet and 34.9 feet, to the covered porch, where 40 feet is the minimum required,
and would result in a rear yard of 11 feet where 30 feet is the minimum required. The
expansion of the driveway and propo sed retaining walls and fence which will result in a
combined height of 11 feet, where 4 feet is the maximum permitted at 370 Upper
Boulevard, Block 1910, Lot 3, in an R-2 Zone. (Continued from December 9, 2025; Carried
from February 1
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Fri Feb 20, 2026
Ridgewood's Access Committee
June meeting date scheduled
The Access Ridgewood Committee will receive reports from its president, executive board, village council liaison, SEPAG, and village departments on items such as the 4th of July event, sensory‑friendly dinners, and health department initiatives. The committee will also discuss setting the date for the June meeting. No other decisions are indicated in the agenda.
- President’s Report – 4th of July
- Executive Board Reports – Sensory‑Friendly Dinners
- Village Department Reports – Health Department / Stigma Free
- Village Department Reports – HILT
- New Business – June meeting date
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✓ Decidido: Access Committee approves Jan minutes, names July 4 point person, and moves June meeting
The committee approved the minutes from the January 23, 2026 meeting. Cara Lynn Robinson-Deutsch was appointed as the point person for the proposed July 4th accessibility project. The June 19 Access meeting was rescheduled to June 12. The next Access Committee meeting was set for March 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. via Zoom.
- Approved minutes from Jan 23, 2026 meeting
- Appointed Cara Lynn Robinson-Deutsch as point person for July 4 accessibility initiative
- Rescheduled June 19 Access meeting to June 12
- Scheduled next Access meeting for March 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. via Zoom
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Access Ridgewood Meeting Agenda
February 20 , 2026
1. Welcome /A pproval of M inutes (Jaimie Davis )
2. President ’s Report ( Jaimie Davis )
a. 4 th of July
3. Executive Board Reports (Jesse Schwartzman , Emily Cathcart )
a. Sensory-Friendly Dinners
4. Village Council Report ( Liaison Siobhan Winograd )
5. SEPAG Report (Meghann Bierly)
6. Village D epartment R eports
a. Health Department /Stigma Free (Danielle Caputo)
b. HILT (Deanna Schablik)
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. June meeting date
Our next meeting is on Friday, March 20 , 2026 at 2:00pm via Zoom.
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Access Ridgewood Meeting Minutes
February 20 , 2026
Present : Jaimie Davis; Emily Cathcart; Jesse Schwartzman ; Siobhan Winograd;
Robin Ritter; Deanna Schablik; Joanne Stolfo; Jeff Hofmann ; C ara Lynn
Robinson-Deutsch; Jan Philips; Danielle Caputo ; Rurik Halaby; Ashley
Loria
1. Welcome /A pproval of M inutes (Jaimie Davis )
Jamie welcomed everyone to the meeting. Siobhan moved to approve the minutes from
the January 23, 2026 meeting, Deanna seconded . The minutes were approved.
2. President ’s Report ( Jaimie Davis )
a. 4 th of July
Ja imie recounted discussions to make the July 4 th festivities more accessible to people
with disabilities, who have varied needs. Paul Vaggiano has suggested to Jaimie that
perhaps the Village could use the vacant commercial space that Parisa East used to
occupy at the corner of Broad and East Ridgewood Avenue. People with sensory
issues or who are sensitive to heat or noise could be inside and enjoy the parade from
the large windows, whereas those who would like to be outside can stay in a sectioned
off area outside the space. We could consider blocking off the area in front of the
restaurant so that the view is not blocked ; sectioning off some parking spaces in the
adjacent garage ; and limiting access so it does not get too congested. Jaimie noted that
in organizing this event, the Committee should be sensitive to consider the needs of all
disabled people not just those with, e.g., neurodivergent issues or accessibility issues.
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Thu Feb 19, 2026
Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board
Ridgewood board to discuss open space tax referendum and park trail plans
The Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board will discuss the execution of the Open Space Tax Referendum and review the Ridgewood Trail Plan Assessment. The meeting includes a presentation on a donation to Maple Park and a review of park inventory and stewardship.
- Presentation: RLA Donation to Maple Park
- Presentation: Ridgewood Trail Plan Assessment
- Discussion: Executing the Open Space Tax Referendum
- Discussion: Utilization of Existing Parks
- Discussion: Park Stewardship/Partnerships
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✓ Decidido: Board approved donation of new Maple Park scoreboard
The Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board approved a gift of a new scoreboard for Maple Park, with the Park and Recreation Department managing its use. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Approved donation of new scoreboard for Maple Park (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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Village of Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreatio n
P ARKS, RECREATION, AND CONSERVATION BOARD
OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE
AGENDA
Anne Zusy Lounge
Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Avenue
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 7:00 pm
www.ridgewoodnj.net
I. Welcome
II. Introduction of PRC Board and Open Space Committee Members
III. Public Comment (not to exceed 3 minutes per person; 30 minutes in total)
IV. Presentation: RLA Donation to Maple Park
V. Presentation: Patrick Erb, NY/NJ Trail Conference Program Coordinator
Ridgewood Trail Plan Assessment
Next Steps
Partnerships
VI. Discussion
Executing the Open Space Tax Referendum
o OMG
Utilization of Existing Parks
o Park Inventory /Recreational Facilities
o Active and Passive Recreation
P ark Stewardship/Partnerships /Promotion
Trail Plans/Volunteers/Projects
VII. Conc lusio n
VIII. Adjournment
Next Me eting Dates:
Open Space Committee – March 12 , 7:00 pm, The Stable
PRC Board – March 24, 7:30 pm, The Stable
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PARKS, RECREATION, AND CONSERVATION AND OPEN SPACE
JOINT MEETING
FEBRUARY MINUTES
Date : February 19, 2026 – Courtroom/Village Hall 7:30 pm
Attendance : Vicky VanDyke , James Bostler, Patrick Erb, Jim VanGoor, Sheila Brogan, Liz Kloak,
Catie Kearns, Jessica VanAken, Jim Morgan, Kate Heighington, Matthew Lindenberg,
Julia Buckley, Katie Frey, Mary Hefferan
Public Attendance: Cynthia Halaby, Karen Bo hn , Hans Lehmann , Bob Coh n , Jeri Cohn, Carolyn Jacoby,
Meredith Sullivan , Paul Vagianos, Green Team member
Welcome and Intro
of PRC Board and
Open Space
Members: PRC Board members introduced themselves.
Open Space members introduced themselves.
Public Comment: Cynthia Halaby shared the CRPL co-sponsorship of the NY/NJ trail assessment.
Carolyn Jacoby shared the need of maintenance for Ridgewood ’s open spaces.
Presentation : RLA
Donation to Maple
Park: Meredith Sullivan from the RLA presented a gift of a new scoreboard at Maple Park. She
shared pictures of the current scoreboard and pictures of the scoreboard that they would
like to gift to the Village of Ridgewood. She shared all costs of installation, replacement,
shipping will all be included in the gift. K. Frey shared the Park and Recreation
department will be managing the use of the scoreboard similar to field lights.
Approved with motions by K. Heighington, J. Morgan made a second motion. All in favor .
Presentation:
Patrick Erb, NY/NJ
Trail Conference : V. VanDyke introduced the P rogram C oordinator for Ridgewoo
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Thu Feb 19, 2026
Open Space Committee
Committee will discuss execution of the Open Space Tax Referendum
The Open Space Committee will hear a presentation on a donation to Maple Park and an assessment of the Ridgewood Trail Plan. It will then discuss next steps for the Open Space Tax Referendum, how existing parks are being used, and plans for park stewardship and trail projects. The meeting includes public comment and concludes with a vote on any actions.
- Presentation of RLA donation to Maple Park
- Ridgewood Trail Plan assessment – next steps and partnerships
- Discussion of executing the Open Space Tax Referendum
- Review of park inventory and recreational facilities
- Discussion of park stewardship, partnerships, and promotion
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✓ Decidido: Village approves donation of new scoreboard for Maple Park
The Open Space Committee approved the RLA's gift of a new scoreboard for Maple Park. The Park and Recreation Department will manage its use, similar to field lights. No other substantive decisions were made at this meeting.
- Approved donation of new scoreboard for Maple Park (all in favor)
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P ARKS, RECREATION, AND CONSERVATION BOARD
OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE
AGENDA
Anne Zusy Lounge
Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Avenue
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 7:00 pm
www.ridgewoodnj.net
I. Welcome
II. Introduction of PRC Board and Open Space Committee Members
III. Public Comment (not to exceed 3 minutes per person; 30 minutes in total)
IV. Presentation: RLA Donation to Maple Park
V. Presentation: Patrick Erb, NY/NJ Trail Conference Program Coordinator
Ridgewood Trail Plan Assessment
Next Steps
Partnerships
VI. Discussion
Executing the Open Space Tax Referendum
o OMG
Utilization of Existing Parks
o Park Inventory /Recreational Facilities
o Active and Passive Recreation
P ark Stewardship/Partnerships /Promotion
Trail Plans/Volunteers/Projects
VII. Conc lusio n
VIII. Adjournment
Next Me eting Dates:
Open Space Committee – March 12 , 7:00 pm, The Stable
PRC Board – March 24, 7:30 pm, The Stable
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PARKS, RECREATION, AND CONSERVATION AND OPEN SPACE
JOINT MEETING
FEBRUARY MINUTES
Date : February 19, 2026 – Courtroom/Village Hall 7:30 pm
Attendance : Vicky VanDyke , James Bostler, Patrick Erb, Jim VanGoor, Sheila Brogan, Liz Kloak,
Catie Kearns, Jessica VanAken, Jim Morgan, Kate Heighington, Matthew Lindenberg,
Julia Buckley, Katie Frey, Mary Hefferan
Public Attendance: Cynthia Halaby, Karen Bo hn , Hans Lehmann , Bob Coh n , Jeri Cohn, Carolyn Jacoby,
Meredith Sullivan , Paul Vagianos, Green Team member
Welcome and Intro
of PRC Board and
Open Space
Members: PRC Board members introduced themselves.
Open Space members introduced themselves.
Public Comment: Cynthia Halaby shared the CRPL co-sponsorship of the NY/NJ trail assessment.
Carolyn Jacoby shared the need of maintenance for Ridgewood ’s open spaces.
Presentation : RLA
Donation to Maple
Park: Meredith Sullivan from the RLA presented a gift of a new scoreboard at Maple Park. She
shared pictures of the current scoreboard and pictures of the scoreboard that they would
like to gift to the Village of Ridgewood. She shared all costs of installation, replacement,
shipping will all be included in the gift. K. Frey shared the Park and Recreation
department will be managing the use of the scoreboard similar to field lights.
Approved with motions by K. Heighington, J. Morgan made a second motion. All in favor .
Presentation:
Patrick Erb, NY/NJ
Trail Conference : V. VanDyke introduced the P rogram C oordinator for Ridgewoo
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Thu Feb 19, 2026
Citizens Safety Advisory Committee
Pedestrian‑vehicle visibility concerns at 10 Oak St. discussed by CSAC
The Citizens Safety Advisory Committee will review updates on e‑bikes, sight‑triangle obstructions, incident reporting, social media, and the East Glen at Maple Ave. and Oak St. intersections. New business includes a safety review of pedestrian‑vehicle visibility at 10 Oak St., sidewalk conditions on North Monroe near school bus stops, Street Smart NJ banner proposals, and the intersection of East Glen Ave. and Northern Parkway. The meeting is for discussion and information sharing; no formal decisions are noted.
- E‑bike updates (RPD)
- Sight triangle obstruction locations updates (Engineering)
- Pedestrian‑vehicle visibility at 10 Oak St. near Leonard Anthony Cleaners
- North Monroe sidewalks near school bus stops
- Intersection of East Glen Ave. and Northern Parkway
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✓ Decidido: CSAC discussed safety updates; no formal decisions were approved
The Citizens Safety Advisory Committee reviewed several safety‑related items, including e‑bike law changes, sight‑triangle compliance, intersection engineering proposals, and school‑bus stop concerns. No motions were voted on or formally approved; the committee only exchanged information and planned future actions.
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CSAC MEETING AGENDA
FEBRUAR Y 19 , 2026 – 7:00 PM
SENIOR LOUNGE, VILLAGE HALL
I. CSAC PROTOCOL STATEMENT
II. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
a. Advisory Comments
III. OLD BUSINESS
a. E-bikes updates (RPD)
b. Sight Triangle Obstruction locations updates (Engineering)
c. Incident/Accident Reporting updates (RPD)
d. Social Media (Bamberg)
e. CBDAC update ( R ahman)
f. East Glen at Maple Ave. and Oak Street intersections updates
(Mortimer , RPD)
IV. NEW BUSINESS
a. All eyway Pedestrian-Vehicle Visibility and Saf ety Concerns (10 Oak St.
near Leonard Anthony Cleaners)
b. North Monroe sidewalks near school bus stops (Rottinger)
c. Street Smart NJ banners
d. Intersection of East Glen Ave. and Northern Parkway
e. Other
V. NEW IDEAS
VI. ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT SCHEDULED CSAC MEETING: MARCH 19 , 2026,
AT 7:00 PM (SENIOR LOUNGE)
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CSAC MEETING MINUTES February 19, 2026
Present:
CSAC Members: Anastasia Bamberg, Jane Remis, Elizabeth Rottinger, Marian Rutherford, Barbara
Sacks
Liaisons : Saurabh Dani (RPS BOE) Frank Mortimer ( VOR Village Counci l)
Advisors : Officer J. Bigos, (RPD), Officer J. Knudsen (RPD), Chris Piersa (Engineering )
Visitors: Jay Correa, Alexandra Kennedy
1. Call to Order and Protocol
Meeting called to order. Visitor sign-in and public comment procedures reviewed. Recording notice
acknowledged.
2. Public Comment
A resident from Br yden Pl . spoke during public comment to support safety improvements due to
frequent nearby accidents.
3. Advisory Comments
A new liaison, Saurabh Dani, introduced himself . Officer Jack Knudsen was introduced as a n
additional traffic safety officer.
4. E-bike U pdat e
Police reported that New Jersey ’s e-bike laws have changed broadly but remain unclear in practice .
Members raised concerns about enforcement, retailer responsibilities, and the online sales ba n .
Police plan a safety-focused social media campaign as spring approaches.
5. Sight Triangle Enforcement
Engineering reported two additional properties brought into compliance since the January 2026
CSAC meeting. 134 properties have been corrected, with 12 still outstanding since the start of the
program.
6. Incident/Accident Reporting
Police shared January 2026 collision totals and compared them to January 2025, noting a n overall
decrease . The group discussed the value of tracking sing
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Tue Feb 17, 2026
Stigma-Free Committee
Committee discusses collaborations and upcoming health events
The Stigma-Free Committee will review minutes and recap recent health‑related events. It will receive a report from the Village Council and discuss collaborations with Megan Murphy, the Access Committee, and The Valley Hospital for May 2026. The meeting will also announce several upcoming free health programs and community events.
- Welcome & Approval of Minutes
- Recap of Events (health presentations and programs)
- Village Council Report
- Megan Murphy and Collaboration with the Access Committee
- Collaboration with The Valley Hospital for May 2026
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✓ Decidido: Committee discussed mental‑health events and collaborations, no formal decisions
The committee moved to approve the December meeting minutes, with a motion made and seconded. Members reviewed recent health programs and brainstormed upcoming initiatives such as a May caregiving workshop, a county‑wide walk, and resource‑sharing ideas. No votes, approvals, or formal actions were recorded; participants agreed to follow up via email and continue planning.
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131 N. MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ 07450
Ridgewood Stigma-Free Meeting Agenda February 17, 2026
1. Welcome & Approval of Minutes (Danielle Caputo)
2. Recap of Events (Danielle Caputo):
a. Health exhibited at 2 HILT meetings and 2 Parks and Recreation Programs
b. January 23, 2026 - Access and Stigma-Free Meeting
c. February 17, 2026 - Your Medicine Cabinet
3. Village Council Report (Siobhan Winograd)
4. Megan Murphy and Collaboration with the Access Committee
5. Collaboration with The Valley Hospital for May 2026
6. Committee News and Upcoming Health Events:
a. February 20, 2026 - Free Blood Pressure Clinic
b. February 27, 2026 - Sleep Rescue: Secrets to Restful, Restorative Sleep – Program with
Angela Goldman
c. February 27, 2026 – Youth Mental Health First Aid Training – County Event
d. March 11, 2026 – Adult Mental Health First Aid Training – County Event
e. March 12, 2026 - Healing Hands (Virtual) – Program with Valley
f. March 13, 2026 - Bergen County’s Annual Stigma-Free Sticker Contest
g. March 26, 2026 – The Gary Letizia Blood Drive
h. March 26, 2026 - Ten Things You Should Know About Colon Cancer (Virtual) – Program
with Valley
i. April 21, 2026 and June 16, 2026 - Next Committee Meetings
Next meeting April 21, 2026 at 3:00 pm via Zoom.
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131 N. MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ 07450
Ridgewood Stigma-Free Committee
Meeting Minutes 2.17.26
Present: Lynn Benson, Shelia Brogan, Danielle Caputo, Dawn Cetrulo, Michelle Fenwick, Alexa
Katsaros, Chief Forest Lyons, Corinne Scarpa, Deanna Schablik, Mayor Paul Vagianos, and
Councilwoman Siobhan Winograd
Item 1: Welcome & Approval of Minutes
• Danielle greeted participants. Danielle asked for a motion to approve December minutes.
Siobhan motioned them and Michelle seconded them.
Item 2: Recap of Events
• Health exhibited at 2 HILT meetings and 2 Parks and Recreation Programs
o Danielle worked with Deanna as usual, and mentioned it’s always great working
with Parks and Recreation. Danielle mentioned, it’s important to discuss germ
prevention this time of year. Danielle also mentioned she gave out COVID-19 tests.
• January 23, 2026 – Combined Access and Stigma-Free Meeting
o Danielle shared it was a great turnout and thanked the group for attending. From the
meeting, great ideas were discussed. We will go over this more when we move to
item #4 with Megan Murphy.
• February 17, 2026 – Your Medicine Cabinet
o Danielle shared Health and Parks had a program today with The Valley Hospital
called, Your Medicine Cabinet. Danielle shared it was very informative. We learned
what you are eating interacts with medications you are on. Then of course there are
medications that when mixed with each other, including over the counter can
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Tue Feb 17, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to review site plan for 174 South Maple Avenue
The Ridgewood Planning Board will consider a minor site plan application and bulk variance relief for TPK Investments LLC. The board will also address the appointment of the board planner for 2026.
- Minor Site Plan application with “C” Bulk variance relief for TPK Investments LLC at 174 South Maple Avenue
- Appointment of John Barree as Planner for the Planning Board (January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026)
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✓ Decidido: Planning Board approves TPK Investments minor site plan with variance
The Ridgewood Planning Board approved the minor site plan application for TPK Investments LLC at 174 South Maple Avenue, granting a “C” bulk variance relief with conditions discussed. The approval came after a motion by Mr. Stern, seconded by Ms. Barto, following testimony from the applicant’s engineer and architect. The board also adopted the minutes from the January 6 and February 3, 2026 meetings. No public comments were received.
- Approved TPK Investments LLC minor site plan application with “C” bulk variance relief (motion by Mr. Stern, seconded by Ms. Barto)
- Adopted minutes from January 6, 2026 meeting
- Adopted minutes from February 3, 2026 meeting
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
PLANNING BOARD
131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE PHONE: (201) 670-5500 x 2240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450
PLANNING BOARD
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE/AGENDA
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Village Hall Court Room - 7:30 P.M.
(all timeframes and the order of agenda items below are approximate and subject to change)
1. 7:30 p.m. - Call to Order, Statement of Compliance, Flag Salute, Roll Call - In accordance with the provisions of
Section 10:4-8d of the Open Public Meetings Act, the date, location, and time of the commencement of this
meeting is reflected in a meeting notice, a copy of which schedule has been filed with the Village Manager and
the Village Clerk, The Ridgewood News and The Record newspapers, and posted on the bulletin board in the
entry lobby of the Village municipal offices at 131 North Maple Avenue , and on the Village website , all in
accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act.
2. Appointment of John Barree as Planner for the Planning Board for January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
3. 7:35 p.m. – 7:40 p.m. – Public Comments on Topics not Pending Before the Board
4. 7:40 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. – Committee/Commission/Professional Updates for Non Agenda Topics;
Correspondence Received by the Board
5. 7:45 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. – TPK Investments LLC, 174 South Maple Avenue, Block 3710, Lot 15 – Minor Site Plan
application with “C” Bulk variance relief
6. 8:45 pm. – 9:15 p.m. – Board Training
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Ridgewood Planning Board
Regular Public Meeting
February 17, 2026
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The following minutes are a summary of the Planning Board meeting of February 17, 2026.
Interested parties may request an audio recording of the meeting from the Board
Secretary for a fee.
Call to Order & Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act: Mr. Joel called the
meeting to order at 7:35 p.m.
Roll Call – The following members were present: Rob Willis, John Young, Deputy Mayor Perron,
Richard Joel, Michael Stern, Fran Barto, Jim Van Goor, David Refkin, Reese Campbell and Sammy
Thomas. Elizabet Timofeeva was absent. Also present were Christopher Martin, Esq., Board
Attorney; John Barree, Village Planner, and Jane Wondergem, Board Secretary.
John Barree was appointed as Professional Planner for the Board.
Public Comments on Topics not Pending Before the Board – There were no comments at this
time.
Committee/Commission/Professional Updates for Non Agenda Topics -
Deputy Mayor Perron provided a Council update.
Mr. Refkin provided a Green Ridgewood update.
TPK Investments LLC, 174 South Maple Avenue, Block 3710, Lot 15 – Minor Site Plan application with
“C” Bulk variance relief.
Matthew Capizzi, Esq., entered his appearance on behalf of the applicant and made opening remarks.
Sean McClellan was sworn and his credentials as a licensed engineer accepted. Mr. McClellan testified
regarding the site plan, describing the lot as pie-shaped and describing th
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Thu Feb 12, 2026
Central Business District Advisory Committee
Committee will discuss 2026 priorities and recap Walker Consultants event
The Central Business District Advisory Committee will approve minutes from the December 12, 2025 and January 8, 2026 meetings and welcome new CSAC liaison Zohaib Rahman. It will receive updates from the Village Council, Chamber of Commerce, Guild, and Ridgewood Business Alliance, and discuss the Walker Consultants event held on Feb 3 and the 2026 priorities. A public comment period will follow before the meeting adjourns.
- Approve minutes of the December 12, 2025 and January 8, 2026 meetings
- Welcome new CSAC liaison Zohaib Rahman
- Updates from Village Council, Chamber of Commerce, Guild, and Ridgewood Business Alliance
- Recap and discussion of Walker Consultants event on Feb 3
- Discussion of 2026 priorities and public comment
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✓ Decidido: CBDAC approved prior meeting minutes and welcomed new members
The committee approved the minutes from Dec. 11, 2025 and Jan. 8, 2026. New members Steve Aspero and Zohaib Rahman were welcomed after their appointments. No substantive policy decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded during the meeting.
- Approved Dec. 11, 2025 meeting minutes
- Approved Jan. 8, 2026 meeting minutes
- Welcomed newly appointed members Steve Aspero and Zohaib Rahman
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Central Business District Advisory Committee ( CBDAC) Meeting Agenda
Thursday, February 12 , 202 6 , 8:30 – 10:00 a .m . Via Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81161412668?pwd=E3KE9BbyJ8xrSHaAWIArEmB9093kNz.1
Members of the Public are Welcome to Participate
Admin : Approve Minutes of the December 1 2 , 202 5 and January 8, 2026 meeting
Welcome new CSAC Liaison, Zohaib Rahman … Introductions
Updates : Village Council (Pam)
Chamber of Commerce (Glenn)
Guild (Niena)
Ridgewood Business Alliance (Stacey)
Discussion : -- Recap & Discussion of the Walker Consultants events on Feb 3
-- 2026 Priorities
Public Comment
Adjourn
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Village Council Liaison – Pamela Perron
Chamber of Commerce Liaison – Vacant ; Ridge wood Guild Liaison – Niena Jerdee
3 Business /Property Owners – Stacey Tsapatsaris (Vice Chair) , Glenn Carlough , Don Alexband
5 Residents – Stephen Del Percio (Chairperson) , Rebecca Tatlock , Gary DiChiara, Zohaib Rahman
CSAC liaison , 1 vacancy
Chie f of Police – Forest Lyons Village Engineer – Vacant
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M eeting Minutes of Central Business District Advisory Committee (CBDAC)
Thursday, February 12 , 202 6 , 8:30 – 10:00 a .m . Via Zoom
Members Present : Stephen Del Percio (Chairperson), Stacey Tsapatsaris (Vice Chair); Deputy
Mayor Pam Perron (Village Council Liaison) ; Police Chief Lyons; Zohaib Rahman (Citizen Safety
Advisory Committee) ; Don Alexband ; Glenn Carlough ; Rebecca Tatlock; Steve Aspero
Guests Present : Jeanne Johnson, Jane Remis, Tom Hillmann
Administrati on: Members approved Dec. 11, 2025 & Jan.8, 2026 m inutes. Welcomed Steve
Aspero and Zohaib, who were appointed last night.
Village Council Update: Pam reported that the Village Council last night passed the affordable
housing Ordinances. When Kensington applies to the Planning Board for major site plan
approval the nitty gritty issues will be addressed . VC introduced the Village Capital budget, $6.8
million. Discussed Blade sign ordinance amend ment . She anticipates the LSRP report on the
Franklin Avenue vacant lots in spring. The bus shelter will be built in spring or summer. The
Governor signed “ Skip the Stuff ” into law.
Guild: At Niena ’s request, Pam read the flyer for the Oscar Party on Mar. 13 th
Chamber of Commerce: This is a quiet time. Upcoming Fashion Show and Easter in the Park .
Discussing Walker Consultants & parking. Pam asked for CoC to send a liaison to CBDAC.
Outside AiR: Jeanne reported on murals and asked for help with Outside Air. Yarn bombs will
be taken down in March.
Ridge
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Wed Feb 11, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Village Council will conduct a routine meeting with public comments.
The Ridgewood Village Council will hold a special public meeting. The agenda includes standard items such as call to order, a compliance statement, roll call, limited public comments, discussion of the agenda, and other business. No specific actions or votes are listed.
- Call to Order by Mayor
- Statement of compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
- Roll Call by Village Clerk
- Public comments (max 3 minutes per person)
- Discussion of agenda and other village council business
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AGENDA
VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING
FEBRUARY 11, 2026
6:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order - Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
MAYOR: "Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided
by a posting on the bulletin board in Village Hall,
by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by
submission to all persons entitled to same as
provided by law of a schedule including the date
and time of this meeting."
3. Roll Call - Village Clerk
4. Comments from the Public (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person)
5. Discussion of February 11, 2026 Agenda
6. Discussion of Other Village Council Business
7. Adjournment
Wed Feb 11, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Village Council to adopt $4.96M water utility bond and multiple zoning changes
The Ridgewood Village Council will vote on final adoption of several land‑use ordinances, including the creation of an S‑1 Senior Overlay Zone, a TO‑1 Townhouse Overlay, a C‑R‑1 Commercial‑Residential district, modifications to B‑1 and B‑2 districts, and changes to affordable‑housing set‑aside standards. The council will also adopt temporary water and general capital budgets and approve bond ordinances that appropriate $4,955,600 for water‑utility projects and $6,799,545 for general capital projects. Additional items include awarding contracts for water‑facility security upgrades (up to $311,493.82), police‑department vehicle equipment (up to $140,000), and various appointments and donations.
- Ordinance 4084 – Bond ordinance appropriating $4,955,600 for Ridgewood Water utility capital projects
- Ordinances 4071‑4075 – Amend Chapter 190 to create S‑1 Senior Overlay, TO‑1 Townhouse Overlay, C‑R‑1 Commercial‑Residential district, modify B‑1/B‑2 districts, and update affordable‑housing set‑aside standards
- Resolutions 26‑48 and 26‑49 – Approve temporary Water Utility Capital Budget and temporary General Capital Budget
- Resolution 26‑50 – Award contract to Open System Integrators, LLC for security upgrades at various water facilities (NTE $311,493.82)
- Resolution 26‑53 – Award contract to Winner Ford of Cherry Hill for police department vehicle equipment (NTE $140,000)
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✓ Decidido: Council approved Jan 7, 2026 minutes unanimously
The Village Council voted to approve the minutes from the January 7, 2026 meeting. All five councilmembers voted in favor and no members opposed. No other ordinances or proposals were voted on at this meeting.
- Approved Jan 7, 2026 meeting minutes (5‑0)
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
VILLAGE COUNCIL
REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING
FEBRUARY 11, 2026
6:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order - Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act
3. Roll Call - Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute
5. Acceptance of Financial Reports
6. Approval of Minutes
7. Proclamations
A. Read Across America Day
B. Super Science Saturday
C. Dad’s Night Days – Hawes School and Somerville School
D. Proclaim March American Red Cross Month
E. Proclaim March Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Pursuant to Chapter 3-19 of the Code of the Village of Ridgewood, Manner
of Addressing Council, and Chapter 3-20, Decorum, the Village Council
meetings shall be conducted in the following manner:
Manner of Addressing Council
Persons other than Councilmembers may be
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Village Council Regular Public Meeting
February 11, 2026
A REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURT ROOM OF THE
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NEW
JERSEY, ON FEBRUARY 11, 2026 AT 6:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and read the Statement of Compliance
with the Open Public Meetings Act. At roll call, the following were present: Councilmembers
Mortimer, Perron, Wei tz, Winograd and Vagianos. Also present were Keith Kazmark, Village
Manager; Heather Mailander, Village Clerk; and Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. ACCEPTANCE OF FINANCIAL REPORTS
There were no financial reports to be considered at this meeting.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mayor Vagianos moved t hat the Village Council minutes of January 7, 2026, having been
reviewed by the Village Council and now available in the Village Clerk’s Office, be approved as
submitted. Councilmember Mortimer seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Mortimer, Perron, Weitz, Winograd, and Mayor Vagianos
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
4. PROCLAMATIONS
A. READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY
Councilmember Mortimer read the following Proclamation:
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Village Council Regular Public Meeting
February 11, 2026
B. SUPE
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Tue Feb 10, 2026
Shade Tree Commission
Shade Tree Commission to review tree initiatives and designs
The Ridgewood Shade Tree Commission will approve minutes from the January 13 meeting and discuss updates on the 1000 tree initiative, high school green team progress, and strip planting designs. The agenda also includes a request to add a posting to village communications regarding street tree maintenance.
- Approval of minutes from January 13 meeting
- Review of 1000 tree initiative progress
- Discussion of High School Green Team progress
- Presentation of Strip Planting Designs
- Request to add posting to village communications
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✓ Decidido: Prior meeting minutes approved; no new decisions made
The commission approved the minutes from the January 2025 meeting. No other actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting concluded with an adjournment at 8:23 pm and a notice of the next meeting on March 3, 2026.
- Approved minutes from the January 2025 meeting
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Shade Tree Commission
February 10 , 202 6 , 7:30pm
Garden Room, Village Hall
ADMINISTRATION
-Call to order
-M inutes from January 13 th meeting to be approved
REPORTS
-U pdates from the co-chairs , summarizing noteworthy developments (Adam/Nancy B-H)
-Update from the Council liaison (Siobhan)
- 1000 tree initiative (Tim H)
-High School Green Team progress (Yuna)
-Strip Planting Designs (Nancy & George)
-Super science Saturday (Deb)
-A dding posting to village communications/social media “ Street tree fallen tree/daffodil fest/door
knockers Request replacement from village ” (Medhi , Kiele )
PUBLIC COMMENT
Please limit comments to 3 minutes
ADJOURNMENT
N ext meeting, Tuesday, March 3 , at 7:30 pm , Garden Room, Village Hall
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Ridgewood Shade Tree Commission
2/10/2026 Minutes
In attendance: Adam Brown, Tim Hlavacek, Nancy Brennan-Hill, Deborah Steinbaum, Declan
Madden, Yuna Kim, Emma Dowman, Keelin Sullivan, Ben Hlavacek, Claire Hlavacek
Minutes: Deborah Steinbaum
- Meeting in the Garden Room called to order by Adam Brown at 7:34pm.
- Minutes from the January, 2025 meeting were approved
REPORTS
1)Co-chairs Update - Discussed idea (in its infancy) of planting trees on the home side of the
sidewalk in areas where the curb strip is too narrow for planting; Door Hangings for
replacement notification when a tree comes down in front of house
2)Village Council Liaison (Siobhan) not present
3)Daffodil Fest/Earth Day - potting trees prior to distribution so we don’t give out bare root
saplings
4)Super Science Saturday (Deb) - Deb On Call for SSS, will see if possible to change it; idea
to display the 1000 Tree Initiative
5)Community Forestry Management Plan - Update in progress.
- Adjournment at 8:23pm.
- Next meeting Tues 3/3/26 at 7:30 pm, Garden Room Village Hall
Tue Feb 10, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Board to consider garage demolition garage that exceeds zoning limits at 151 Walnut St.
The Zoning Board will review two pending applications. First, an application for a new single‑family dwelling at 370 Upper Boulevard that does not meet the required front and rear yard setbacks and exceeds the allowed retaining‑wall height. Second, an application to demolish an existing garage and construct a new garage at 151 North Walnut Street that exceeds the permitted lot‑coverage percentages and height limit. The board will also record two resolution memorializations for properties on Marshall Street and Van Dien Avenue.
- Application to permit a new single‑family dwelling at 370 Upper Boulevard (R‑2) with front yard 38 ft (minimum 40 ft) and rear yard 11 ft (minimum 30 ft), plus retaining walls 11 ft high (maximum 4 ft).
- Application to demolish an existing garage and build a new garage at 151 North Walnut Street (R‑2) with lot‑coverage 52.6 % (maximum 45 %), coverage within 140 ft of front lot line 52.7 % (maximum 45 %), and garage height 18 ft (maximum 15 ft).
- Resolution memorialization for Kaplanis at 335 Marshall Street, Block 3607, Lot 31.
- Resolution memorialization for Storms at 68 N. Van Dien Avenue, Block 3612, Lot 16.
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✓ Decidido: Board approved new garage application at 151 North Walnut Street
The Board adopted the minutes from the January meetings. The Pavan Rayabarapu & Rajani Nomula application was carried over to February 24. The Board approved Mark Donoghue’s application to demolish and replace his garage at 151 North Walnut Street. Two resolutions for properties on Marshall Street and Van Dien Avenue were memorialized.
- Adopted minutes from Jan 13 and Jan 27, 2026
- Carried Pavan Rayabarapu & Rajani Nomula application to Feb 24, 2026
- Approved Mark Donoghue garage demolition and new garage application (151 North Walnut St)
- Memorialized resolution for Kaplanis, 335 Marshall Street, Block 3607, Lot 31
- Memorialized resolution for Storms, 68 N. Van Dien Avenue, Block 3612, Lot 16
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.
Call to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Statement required by the Open Public Meeting Act “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board in the Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News,
The Record and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule
including date and time of this meeting”.
Please note: A curfew of 11:00 PM is strictly adhered to by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of
the Village of Ridgewood. No new matter involving an Applicant will be started after 10:30 PM.
At 10:00 PM the Chairman will make a determination and advise Applicants as to whether they
will be heard. If an Applicant cannot be heard because of the lateness of the hour, the matter will
be carried over to a future meeting to be determined by the Board at 10:00 PM.
Oath of Office: Matthew Swan
Roll call
Minutes: January 13, 2026
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments
Members of the public comments
Public hearings
Old Business:
PAVAN RAYABARAPU & RAJANI NOMULA – An application to permit the construction of a
new single family dwelling, on the existing foundation, which would result in a front yard of 38
feet and 34.9 feet, to the covered porch , where 40 feet is the minimum requ ired, and wo uld
result in a rear yard of 11 feet where 30 feet is the minimum required
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Meeting Minutes
FEBRUARY 10, 2026
Opening:
The public meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Village of Ridgewood was
called to order at 7:37 p.m.
Matthew Swan took the Oath of Office.
Present: Greg Brown, Diana Ruhl, Jonathan Papietro , Yelena Raytser and Matthew
Swan were present. Also present were Bruce Whitaker, Esq., Board Attorney , and Jane
Wondergem, Board Secretary. Matthew Bandelt, Jamie Fox and Jason Curreri were
absent.
The minutes from January 13, 2026 and January 27, 2026 were adopted.
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments – There were no comments at this time.
Members of the public comments – There were no comments at this time.
Public hearings
Old Business:
Mr. Brown announced that the PAVAN RAYABARAPU & RAJANI NOMULA , 370 Upper
Boulevard, application was carried to February 24, 2026 without further notice.
New Business:
MARK DONOGHUE – An application to permit the demolition of the existing garage and the
construction of a new garage which would result in coverage by improvements on the whole
lot of 52.6%, where 45% is the maximum permitted and 59.5% exists; and coverage by
improvements within 140 feet of the front lot line of 52.7%, where 45% is permitted and where
59.3% exists, and a garage height of 18 feet, where 15 feet is permitted at 151 North Walnut
Street, Block 2011, Lot 18, in an R -2 Zone. (Carried from January 27, 2026 without further
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Review of four residential historic preservation applications
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider four applications for alterations to private residences. The items include revised drawings for the Meyers Residence, a new deck for the Jeffrey Residence, demolition and replacement work at the Zilinski Residence, and removal of a deck with an addition at the Cooper Residence. The commission will decide whether to approve each proposed change.
- Meyers Residence, 155 Phelps Road – revised drawings
- Jeffrey Residence, 126 Linden Street – new deck
- Zilinski Residence, 154 Monte Vista Avenue – demolition of detached garage, proposed attached garage, addition and patio
- Cooper Residence, 153 Carlisle Terrace – remove deck and replace with addition
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✓ Decidido: Historic Preservation Commission approves three residential projects
The commission approved revised drawings for Matthew Meyers' new house at 155 Phelps Road and approved a new deck for Brian Jeffrey at 126 Linden Street with required changes. It also approved Elizabeth Cooper's residence plans at 153 Carlisle Terrace as submitted. Gail Ghezzi resigned from the commission and the HPC will seek a replacement member.
- Approved revised drawings for new house at 155 Phelps Road (Meyers Residence)
- Approved new deck with changes at 126 Linden Street (Jeffrey Residence)
- Approved residence plans at 153 Carlisle Terrace (Cooper Residence)
- Gail Ghezzi resigned; commission will seek a new member
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
131 N. MAPLE AVENUE Phone: (201) 670-5500 X 240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450 Fax: (201) 670-7305
MONDAY, February 9, 2026
Public Meeting
CAUCUS ROOM, 4TH LEVEL, 7:30 P.M.
1. Call to orde r & Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meetings Act : –
Adequate notice of the list of 2024 Historic Preservation Commission meetings has
been provided to the Village Clerk’s office and posted on the Village of Ridgewood
website and was prominently posted on the bulletin board in the entry lobby of the
Village Hall.
2. Roll Call: Ferrante, Tsapatsaris, Summerville, Brady, Giuliani, Fuhrman, Latham
3. Adoption of Minutes: January 12, 2026
4. Applicants for Review:
➢ Meyers Residence, 155 Phelps Road – revised drawings
➢ Jeffrey Residence, 126 Linden Street – new deck
➢ Zilinski Residence, 154 Monte Vista Avenue – demolition of detached
garage, proposed attached garage, addition and patio
➢ Cooper Residence, 153 Carlisle Terrace – remove deck and replace
with addition
5. Adjournment
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Historic Preservation Commission
Meeting Minutes
Date of Meeting: Monday, February 9, 2026
Call to Order Time: 7:35 PM
Tsapatsaris
Brady
Summerville
Fuhrman
Latham
Ferrante
HPC Members Present:
Stern
None
Chairperson
Member
Member
Member
Member
Vice Chairperson
Applications Reviewed During the Meeting:
Planning Board Liaison Present:
Village Council Liaison Present:
Adjournment Time: 8:49 PM
Barbara has found signs to be used to provide to homeowners for recognition for restoration.
Janis brought up the construction that is being performed in the former Town & Country Pharmacy building. She will check with
Jane W. to determine if they have applied for a building permit and understand whey they have not come before the HPC.
Gail Ghezzi has resigned from the HPC. The HPC is seeking a new member to replace Gail. Her term expires 12/31/26.
Other Matters Discussed:
Applicant Name / Address Type / Applicant Representatives HPC Decision
Meyers Residence Revised drawings for new house
Matthew Meyers (owner), Roger Schlict (architect)155 Phelps Road
Approved as submitted
Jeffrey Residence New deck
Brian Jeffrey (owner)
Use treated lumber for railings and landscaping around the deck.
126 Linden Street
Approved with changes
Zilinski Residence Demolition of existing garage and proposed attached garage,
addition and patio
Did not appear154 Monte Vista Ave.
Cooper Residence
Elizabeth Cooper (owner), Joseph Cestaro (architect)153 Carlisle Terrace
Approved as submitt
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
Ridgewood Arts Council
Arts Council plans upcoming community art events and flyers
The Ridgewood Arts Council will welcome a new potential member and discuss feedback on the Downtown for the Holidays contest. It will plan several upcoming events, including an Older Americans Art Exhibit in May, a Children in the Arts program on March 15, and an artist talk with Tamara Freeman on March 26. The council will address flyer creation and social‑media distribution for these events. It also notes that Jazz Jam Sessions are on hold pending new ownership of Sugar and Spice.
- Welcome new potential member Caroline Avakian
- Prepare flyer and social‑media distribution for May 12 Older Americans Art Exhibit in the Library auditorium
- Organize Children in the Arts program on March 15, 2:00 pm, Art Studio (flyer, snacks, certificates)
- Arrange artist talk with Tamara Freeman on March 26, 7:00 pm, Art Studio (flyer, bio approval, distribution)
- Jazz Jam Sessions on hold as Sugar and Spice is under new ownership
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✓ Decidido: Arts Council discussed upcoming events and planning, no formal decisions made
The council reviewed upcoming arts events, including the Older Americans Art Exhibit, Children in the Arts program, and an artist talk with Tamara Freeman. Members assigned tasks such as creating flyers, securing snacks, and arranging video equipment. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.
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February 9th, 2026
Rolling Agenda
Items Notes
Welcome
New potential Member - Caroline Avakian
Ridgewood Living We are in the February Issue!
Debrief and feedback
on Downtown for the
Holidays
Welcome Lauren Imbruglia from Deeply Rooted - feedback on Downtown for the
Holidays contest
Upcoming Events Older Americans Art Exhibit
Parameters for work collection
Month of May in the Library auditorium
Reception - May 12th
● Need the Flyer ASAP
The flyer was shared with Sheila, Parks and Recs, RAC mailing list, and Village Hall, and
on Instagram
● Did we share on Facebook?
Children in the Arts
Sunday, March 15th at 2:00pm in the Art Studio
● Need the Flyer ASAP- we can repurpose the last year ’s one with changing the
date and the venue
● Share on Social Media and with Christine Corliss (BOE)
● Make a program
● Develop a social media waiver
● Get snacks
● Make sure that video works
● Certificates for the kids?
Artist talk with Tamara Freeman
March 26th at 7:00pm in the Art Studio
● Need the Flyer ASAP - Marc sent the bio and the photos - need Tamara ’s
approval
● Distribution to start as of February 26th : social media, Christine Corliss, Village
Hall, social media
Jazz Jam Sessions On Hold: Sugar and Spice is under a new ownership
Working with Ridgewood Guild about the new potential spaces
RPL Mallory Mortillaro lecture about Art: list of lectures will be on Saturday, May 16th at
2:00pm in the Library.
RAC is co-sponsoring with Ridgewood Public Library
W
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February 9th, 2026
Rolling Agenda
Present: Julie Mchedlishvili, Debra Kaplove , Karen Orlin, Gloria Holmes, Caroline Avakian, Zeynep
Gunday
Items Notes
Welcome
New Member - Caroline Avakian
Great conversation and overview of the RAC mission and history.
Ridgewood Living We are in the February Issue!
Upcoming Events Older Americans Art Exhibit
Parameters for work collection
Month of May in the Library auditorium
Reception - May 12 th
The flyer was shared with Sheila, Parks and Recs, RAC mailing list, and Village
Hall, and on Instagram
Need to report on FB through the village social media
Did Sheila post at North Bergen Senior Center ?
Alternative time to drop off - email ridgewoodartscouncil
[email protected]
and we will pick it up
Children in the Arts
Sunday, March 15th at 2:00pm in the Art Studio
Need the Flyer ASAP- we can repurpose the last year ’s one with changing the
date and the venue
Share on Social Media and with Christine Corliss (BOE) - Julie
Make a program - Julie
Develop a social media waiver - Julie
Get snacks - ask the donation from Black Magic Forest Cafe - Debra
Make sure that video works (thumb drive; write to the library that we have
video) - Gloria, Julie
Certificates for the kids - Shantala
Need one table - ask Library
Artist talk with Tamara Freeman
March 26th at 7:00pm in the Art Studio
Need the Flyer ASAP - Marc sent the bio and the photos - need Tamara ’s
approval
Distribution to start as of February 26th : social media, Chr
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Ridgewood Village Council holds special budget meeting
The Ridgewood Village Council will hold a special public budget meeting on February 9, 2026, to review the final capital budget and discuss next steps. The meeting will include a public comment period and a resolution to enter closed session to discuss public safety and GIS/MIS matters.
- Special Public Budget Meeting scheduled for February 9, 2026
- Discussion of Final Capital Budget Review
- Discussion of Budget Wrap-Up and Next Steps
- Resolution to go into Closed Session
- Closed Session to discuss Protection of Public Safety/Security – Department of GIS/MIS
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✓ Decidido: Council unanimously moved 2026 budget introduction to March 11
The Village Council voted unanimously to shift the municipal budget introduction from the February 11, 2026 meeting to the March 11, 2026 meeting. The February 11 meeting will proceed as scheduled at 6:30 p.m. with the budget removed from its agenda. No other substantive actions were decided at this session.
- Moved municipal budget introduction from Feb 11 to Mar 11, 2026 (unanimous)
- Removed budget from Feb 11 agenda, meeting to continue at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)
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AGENDA
VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC BUDGET MEETING
FEBRUARY 9, 2026
5:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
MAYOR: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board
in Village hall, by mail to the Ridgewood
News, The Record, and by submission to all
persons entitled to same as provided by law
of a schedule including the date and time of
this meeting.”
3. Roll Call - Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute
5. Public Comments (Not to exceed 3 minutes per person,
40 minutes in total)
6. Discussion Items
a. Final Capital Budget Review
b. Budget Wrap-Up and Next Steps
7. Public Comments (Not to exceed 3 minutes per person)
8. Resolution to go into Closed Session
9. Closed Session
Pro
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Village Council Special Public Budget Meeting
February 9, 2026
A SPECIAL PUBLIC BUDGET MEETING OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURT ROOM
OF THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE,
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY, ON FEBRUARY 9, 2026 AT 5:10 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER — OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT — ROLL CALL —
FLAG SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the meeting to order at 5:10 p.m. He stated that adequate notice of this
meeting had been provided by posting on the bulletin board in Village Hall, by mail to the
Ridgewood News and The Record, and by submission to all persons entitled the same as provided
by law of a schedule, including the date and time of this meeting. At roll call, the following were
present: Councilmembers Mortimer, Perron, Wei tz , Winograd, and Mayor Vagianos. Also present
were Keith Kazmark, Village Manager; Heather Mailander, Village Clerk; Robert Rooney, Chief
Financial Officer; and Olivia Andreula, Accounting Assistant.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Denise Lima, a Ridgewood resident participating via remote access, thanked the Council for
hosting the budget sessions. She expressed interest in improving public accessibility to budget
information and recommended that a plain-language summary, consistent with the New Jersey
League of Municipalities ’ budget-friendly version approach, be made available to residents prior
to introductio
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Thu Feb 5, 2026
Green Ridgewood
Green Ridgewood to discuss 2026 budget and Earth Day Fair planning
The committee will discuss the 2026 budget and plan the Daffodil Festival and Earth Day Fair. Members will also review the status of the Climate Resiliency Planning Grant and leaf blower strategies.
- Planning for 2026 Daffodil Festival and Earth Day Fair
- Bergen County Climate Resiliency Planning Grant application status
- Municipal fleet leaf blower strategy
- Discussion of 2026 Budget
- Review of turf and grass field impact studies
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✓ Decidido: January 8 meeting minutes approved
The board formally approved the minutes from the January 8 meeting. No other substantive decisions or votes were recorded in this session.
- Approved January 8 meeting minutes
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GREEN RIDGEWOOD AGENDA
February 5 , 202 6 , 7 :30-9: 30 PM
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, SENIOR LOUNGE
Administration
1. Welcome and Attendee Introductions
2. Approve January 8th meeting minutes.
Updates/Discussion /Strategy
3. Chair Report , Green Ridgewood h ighlights (David) – 3 minutes
4. Village Council Liaison Report ( Pam ) – 10 minutes
5. 2026 Daffodil F estival /Earth Day Fair (Earth Day Subc .) – 20 minutes
a. Theme , Materials & Logistics
b. P romoting Sustainable Landscaping , Project 1,000 acres
c. Scavenger Hunt /Sustainability Partners , Prizes
d. Tie in with schools (Beth, Jane)
e. Other issues
6. Climate Resiliency Planning Grant/Columbia Recommendations- Next Steps (David, Joan,
Justin , Alina ). -1 0 minutes
a. Bergen County Application Status
b. Activities with other Bergen County Communities and Officials
c. Strategy moving forward – meeting with Keith
7. Resource Management & Conservation Subco mmittee (Peter) – 10- 15 minutes
a. Leaf Blower Strategy Moving Forward (Peter)
i. Municipal fleet conversation
ii. A dvocates for Transforming Landscaping (ATL)
b. Food Scraps – Meeting with Sean Hamlin (Peter )
c. Skip the Stuff (Peter)
d. Ridgewood Water (David /Jill )
8. G reen Team Update (G eri & G reen Team Members) – 5 minutes
9. Resilience, Flooding, Stormwater Subcommittee Activities (Joan) – 5-10 minutes
10. Students Update , Projects & Sustainability Day (Julia, Anika, Miles): 1 0 minutes
11. Super Science Saturday (Miles, Julia, Anika , Bill) – 5 minutes
1
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GREEN RIDGEWOOD MINUTES
February 5, 2026, 7:30-9:30 PM
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, SENIOR LOUNGE
Attendees: Green Ridgewood: David Refkin – Chair; Justin Manger, Vice chair; Joan Hubertus, Bill
Armbruster, Peter Jerdee, Jane Rouse, Alina Mordkovich; Pam Perron – Village Council liaison, Julia
Buckley – Parks & Recreation liaison, Miles Luo - RHS staff, Anika Mukkatira -- Student liaison. Green
Team: Joe Ferrante, Geri Atwood (Chair), Manpreet Tyagi; Julia Grant – Student liaison
Guests: Gia Battaglia and Devyn Letscher (student guests); Richard Krauser, George Wolfson
Administration
1. Welcome and Attendee Introductions. Mary Lou Handy, the new BOE liaison, introduced herself.
She replaces Saurabh Dani as the BOE liaison.
2. We approved January 8th meeting minutes.
Updates/Discussion/Strategy
3. Chair Report, Green Ridgewood highlights (David)
Mike Faherty has resigned from the Green Team because of other commitments. Geri Atwood has
agreed to take over as chair.
4. Village Council Liaison Report (Pam)
The Village had to reject all the bids that came in regarding contaminated soil removal at the Schedler
property. The lowest bidder withdrew, the second lowest was disqualified, and the rest were too
high. The Village went out for rebid. The lowest has come in at $2.6 million, so the Village will be
looking for grant funding.
As to what can be built on the vacant property on Franklin Avenue under DEP guidelines, the report
by the LSRP (licensed site remediation profe
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Wed Feb 4, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Council to award hydrogeologic consulting contract and approve water fee changes
The Ridgewood Village Council will consider several items related to the village water system, including awarding a professional services contract for hydrogeologic and engineering consulting, awarding a security upgrades contract for water facilities, amending Chapter 145 to change water fees, and authorizing refunds of water overpayments. The council will also address budget items such as a shared services agreement for cosmetology inspections, a resolution to replace the finance department software maintenance agreement, and a soil remediation contract for the Schedler Property. Additional topics include a request for Ramadan crescent lighting, donations for a children’s sensory garden and field renovations, and a grant application for a community garden.
- Award Professional Services Contract – Hydrogeologic and Engineering Consulting Services
- Award Contract – Security Upgrades at Various Water Facilities
- Amend Chapter 145 – Fees – Ridgewood Water Fees
- Authorize Refund of Overpayments on Water Accounts
- Award Contract – Soil Remediation at the Schedler Property
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✓ Decidido: Council accepted bids for the Schedler remediation project
The Village Council approved the acceptance of bids for the Schedler remediation project during the meeting. No other substantive actions such as approvals, denials, or tabling of items were recorded. The remainder of the session consisted of reports, announcements, and public comments.
- Accepted bids for the Schedler remediation project (no vote tally recorded)
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PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
FEBRUARY 4, 2026
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by submission
to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and
time of this meeting.”
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 40 Minutes in Total)
6. Village Manager’s Report
7. Village Council Reports
8. Discussion:
a. Ridgewood Water
1. Award Professional Services Contract – Hydrogeologic and Engineering
Consulting Services
2. Award Contract Under Educational Service
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Village Council Regular Public Work Session
February 4, 2026
A REGULAR PUBLIC WORK SESSION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURT ROOM
OF THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE,
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY, ON FEBRUARY 4, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. and read the Statement of Compliance
with the Open Public Meetings Act. At roll call, the following were present: Councilmembers
Mortimer, Perron, Weitz, Winograd, and Vagianos. Also present were Keith Kazmark, Village
Manager; Heather Mailander, Village Clerk; and Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Anne Loving, a Ridgewood resident, thanked the Village Council for broadcasting the B udget
Meeting held on Monday evening, which she found informative and well -run. Ms. Loving
appreciated that every Department Director brought a budget request that had been pared down by
the Village Manager. She particularly appreciated that Councilmember Weitz consistently
questioned line items, which she found important. She noted that budget requests were intended
to be pared down and expenditures should be questioned. Ms. Loving commented that the parking
meeting held downtown the previous evening did not appear to have been broadcast, which w
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Wed Feb 4, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Council will consider settlement of Belveduto vs. Ridgewood for Kensington Senior Living
The Ridgewood Village Council will hold a public meeting on February 4, 2026. After public comments, the council will vote on a resolution to enter a closed session. In the closed session, the council will discuss the settlement agreement in the Belveduto vs. Ridgewood lawsuit concerning Kensington Senior Living. The meeting will then adjourn.
- Resolution to go into closed session
- Closed session discussion of Belveduto vs. Ridgewood settlement agreement for Kensington Senior Living
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VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING
FEBRUARY 4, 2026
6:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order - Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
MAYOR: "Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided
by a posting on the bulletin board in Village Hall,
by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by
submission to all persons entitled to same as provided
by law of a schedule including the date and time of
this meeting."
3. Roll Call
4. Comments from the Public (Not to exceed 3 minutes per person)
5. Resolution to go into Closed Session
6. Closed Session
Legal - Belveduto vs. Ridgewood, Settlement Agreement for
Kensington Senior Living
7. Adjournment
Tue Feb 3, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to consider Ordinance #4081 to vacate part of Grandview Circle
The Ridgewood Planning Board will meet on February 3, 2026 to review proposed Ordinance #4081, which would vacate a portion of Grandview Circle. The agenda also includes routine items such as the call to order, oath of office, public comments, updates from committees, and adoption of the January 6, 2026 minutes. An executive session may be held if needed before adjournment.
- Review of proposed Ordinance #4081 – Vacating a portion of Grandview Circle
- Adoption of minutes from the January 6, 2026 meeting
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✓ Decidido: Board recommends approval of Ordinance to vacate part of Grandview Circle
The Planning Board discussed Ordinance #4081, which would vacate a portion of Grandview Circle. The property is landlocked, has no street address, and is not needed for any municipal public purpose. The Board agreed to recommend approval of the ordinance to the Mayor and Council.
- Recommend approval of Ordinance #4081 (vacating portion of Grandview Circle) to Mayor and Council
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
PLANNING BOARD
131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE PHONE: (201) 670-5500 x 2240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450
PLANNING BOARD
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE/AGENDA
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Village Hall Court Room - 7:30 P.M.
(all timeframes and the order of agenda items below are approximate and subject to change)
1. 7:30 p.m. - Call to Order, Statement of Compliance, Flag Salute, Roll Call - In accordance with the provisions of
Section 10:4-8d of the Open Public Meetings Act, the date, location, and time of the commencement of this
meeting is reflected in a meeting notice, a copy of which schedule has been filed with the Village Manager and
the Village Clerk, The Ridgewood News and The Record newspapers, and posted on the bulletin board in the
entry lobby of the Village municipal offices at 131 North Maple Avenue , and on the Village website , all in
accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act.
2. 7:35 p.m. – 7:40 p.m. – Oath of Office – Sammy Thomas, Alternate #2 member
3. 7:40 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. – Public Comments on Topics not Pending Before the Board
4. 7:45 p.m. – 7:50 p.m. – Committee/Commission/Professional Updates for Non Agenda Topics;
Correspondence Received by the Board
5. 7:50 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. – Review of proposed Ordinance #4081 – Vacating a Portion of Grandview Circle
6. 8:15 p.m. – 8:20 p.m. – Adoption of Minutes: January 6, 2026
7. 8:20 p.m. – Executive Session if needed
8. Ad
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Ridgewood Planning Board
Regular Public Meeting
February 3, 2026
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The following minutes are a summary of the Planning Board meeting of February 3, 2026.
Interested parties may request an audio recording of the meeting from the Board
Secretary for a fee.
Call to Order & Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act: Mr. Joel called the
meeting to order at 7:34 p.m.
The Oath of Office was taken by Sammy Thomas, Alternate #2 Member.
Roll Call – The following members were present: Rob Willis, John Young, Deputy Mayor Perron,
Richard Joel, Jim Van Goor, David Refkin, Reese Campbell and Sammy Thomas. Fran Barto,
Michael Stern and Elizabet Timofeeva were absent. Also present were Christopher Martin, Esq.,
Board Attorney, and Jane Wondergem, Board Secretary.
Public Comments on Topics not Pending Before the Board –
Pam Welch commented regarding Ordinance #4072 and her shock that the Board
recommended the approval of the ordinance as she feels the ordinance does not support the
Master Plan. Ms. Welch had submitted specific sections of the Master Plan that supported her
comments and stressed that Ridgewood residents want a Village feel.
Committee/Commission/Professional Updates for Non Agenda Topics -
Deputy Mayor Perron provided a Council update.
Mr. Refkin provided a Green Ridgewood update regarding Climate Resiliency Planning Grant and
how they will prepare for the next grant cycle.
Review of proposed Ordinance #4081 – Vacating a Por
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Tue Feb 3, 2026
Fields Committee
Fields Committee will review 2026 spring sports schedule and facility updates
The Ridgewood Fields Working Group will discuss updates to its fields and recreational facility policy. The committee will review the 2026 spring sports schedule, including RHS varsity sports, youth sports organizations, special event requests, and the tentative VOR maintenance window. Additional items include member reports, a World Cup watch party scheduled for June 19, 2026, and spring maintenance needs such as field boxes, irrigation, portable restrooms, and light tower requests. The meeting will also cover annual document submissions and background‑check requirements.
- Fields and Recreational Facility Policy/Update
- 2026 Spring Schedule – varsity sports, youth sports, special events, maintenance window
- Spring Maintenance – field boxes, irrigation, portable restrooms, light tower requests, equipment storage
- World Cup Watch Party – Friday, June 19, 2026, 1:30–5:00 pm
- Annual submission of required documents and background checks
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✓ Decidido: Fields Committee approved meeting minutes and adjourned unanimously
The committee approved the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes with unanimous support. A feedback deadline of February 6, 2026 was set for the updated fields‑use policy draft. Spring field closures and maintenance dates were announced. The meeting was adjourned with unanimous approval.
- Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Set feedback deadline for policy draft to Feb 6, 2026 (unanimous)
- Announced VOR grass field closure Good Friday, Apr 3, 2026 for maintenance
- Announced Maple Park turf field closure July 24, 2026 for maintenance
- Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)
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AGENDA FIELDS 2.3.2026
RIDGEWOOD FIELDS WORKING GROUP
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 8:00 am
Ed Center-3rd Floor Conference Room
Agenda
www.ridgewoodnj.net
I. Roll Call - RHS Athletics, RBSA, RLA, RJFA, RASA, RSA, Maroons Club, RJW, Hoops Club,
Rebels/Biddy Basketball, Roller Hockey, Community School, BOE Member designee, Village Member
designee, Village Council/Liaison, BOE/Liaison
II. Approval of Minutes – December 2, 2025
III. Fields and Recreational Facility Policy/ Update-K. Kazmark & M. Schwarz
IV. 2026 Spring Schedule
• RHS Varsity Sports Schedules
• Youth Sports Organizations
• Special Events/New Program Requests
• Tentative VOR 2026 Maintenance Window – dates
V. Fields Group/ Member Reports
• RHS Athletics-K. Cook
• RBSA-S. Muller – Upper Hawes/Field Renovation
• RLA-K. Springer
• RJFA-P. Karg
• RASA - P. Holmes
• RSA-T. Trubac
• Rebels/Biddy Basketball - J. Cosgrove
• Hoops Basketball – P. Thomas
• Maroons-J. Feeney
• BOE-M. Micale
• VOR-S. Winograd
VI. A World Cup Watch Party – P. Coopersmith – Friday, June 19, 2026/1:30 – 5:00 pm
VII. Fields Group/Contact Listing/updates required
• Annual Submission of Required Documents/Background Checks-D. Wilde/L. Mulcahy
VIII. Spring Maintenance
• Field boxes and Irrigation
• Portable Restrooms
• Light Tower Requests
• Equipment Storage/Removal
• Other
IX. New Business
X. Public Comment-(Limit three minutes per person/total of 20 minutes)
XI. Adjournment
Next Meeting Date – Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 8:00 am
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Ridgewood Fields Working Group Minutes
February 3, 2026 – 8:00 am 2nd Fl. Conference Room Ed. Center/ ZOOM
Attendees: – R. Matthews, N. Bigos, D. Wilde, L. Mulcahy, E. Sudol, D. Manwaring, J. Feeney, J. Higgins, P. Coopersmith,
P. Holmes, R. Hache, L. Papamichael, C. Holt, J. Burke, M. Micale, S. Winograd, M. Schwarz, R. Lynch, P. Thomas, K.
Kazmark, M. Hefferan *Unable to document anyone who attended via ZOOM.
I. Roll Call
RECOGNIZED GROUPS IN ATTENDANCE- Ridgewood Adult Soccer Association, Ridgewood Lacrosse Association,
Ridgewood Soccer, Ridgewood Jr. Football, Ridgewood Hoops Club, Maroons Soccer Club, Ridgewood
Community School, BOE Facilities Director, VC Member at Large, Village Council Liaison, Board of Ed Liaison, PRC
Board Liaison, Open Space Liaison
ABSENT- RHS Athletics, Ridgewood Baseball and Softball Assoc., Biddy/Rebels Basketball, Ridgewood Jr.
Wrestling, Ridgewood Roller Hockey
S. Winograd- Noted that Carolyn Holt has been appointed to the PRC Board and will be their representative.
Jennifer Burke is now the Member at Large. Paul Coopersmith is now the Open Space representative.
Approval of Minutes-October 7, 2025
1st P. Coopersmith, 2nd S. Winograd, Minutes approved by all.
II. Fields Recreational Facility Policy
M. Schwarz- Stated the final draft of the updated policy has been shared with members. The fee component has
been removed from the document which allows for the Village and BOE to allocate fees as approved by each
individual go
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Council will review departmental and capital budgets
The Ridgewood Village Council is holding a special public budget meeting to examine the budgets of its departments and capital projects. Items include reviews of building maintenance, traffic signals, water pollution control, capital funds, debt service, revenues, staff levels, and surplus. The meeting allows up to 40 minutes of public comments before the budget discussion and includes a wrap‑up of next steps.
- Review of Building Maintenance budget
- Review of Traffic & Signal Division budget
- Review of Water Pollution Control Facility Division budget
- Review of Capital Funds and Debt Service
- Review of Revenues, Surplus, and Staff Levels
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✓ Decidido: Village Council discussed 2026 budget items, no formal approvals recorded
The February 2, 2026 special public budget meeting reviewed departmental and capital budgets for Public Works, Water Pollution Control, Fleet, and Streets. Council members expressed support for various projects, such as a new HVAC unit for Village Hall, a sign truck replacement, and a hydro‑sewer truck, but no formal votes or approvals were recorded. The meeting consisted mainly of discussion and informational updates.
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AGENDA
VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC BUDGET MEETING
FEBRUARY 2, 2026
5:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
MAYOR: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board
in Village hall, by mail to the Ridgewood
News, The Record, and by submission to all
persons entitled to same as provided by law
of a schedule including the date and time of
this meeting.”
3. Roll Call - Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute
5. Public Comments (Not to exceed 3 minutes per person,
40 minutes in total)
6. Discussion Items
a. Review of Departmental Budgets and Capital Budgets
1. Building Maintenance
2. Traffic & Signal Division
3. Water Pollution Control Facility Division
4. Fleet Services Division
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Village Council Special Public Budget Meeting
February 2 , 2026
A SPECIAL PUBLIC BUDGET MEETING OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURT ROOM
OF THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE,
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY, ON FEBRUARY 2, 2026 AT 5:07 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Deputy Mayor Perron called the meeting to order at 5:07 p.m. She stated that adequate notice of
this meeting had been provided by posting on the bulletin board in Village Hall, by mail to the
Ridgewood News and The Record, and by submission to all persons entitled the same as provided
by law of a schedule, including the date and time of this meeting. At roll call, the following were
present: Councilmembers Mortimer, Weitz, and Winograd, and Deputy Mayor Perron . Mayor
Vagianos arrived shortly thereafter (5:16 p.m.) . Also present were Keith Kazmark, Village
Manager; James McGrath, Director of Public Works and Village Engineer; Robert Rooney, Chief
Financial Officer; Stephen Sanzari, Treasurer and Olivia Andreula, Accounting Assistant.
Deputy Mayor Perron led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Jin Juan, a Ridgewood resident, addressed the Council regarding a recurring backflow issue in the
basement of his home, which he believed stemmed from the municipal sewer system. He stated
that an inspection had confirmed a problem with the city sewer line, and that
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Wed Jan 28, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Village Council approves police equipment contracts and security system purchase
The Ridgewood Village Council will vote on several procurement contracts for the Police Department, including vehicle equipment, fleet leasing, and a security systems vendor. The council will also authorize a partial refund payment from a tax court judgment settlement and amend the land‑use code regarding blade signs. Additionally, a donation for improvements to the community center will be accepted.
- Award contract (state) for police vehicle equipment and service
- Award contract (Sourcewell) for police fleet leasing/maintenance program
- Award contract (Educational Services Commission) for police access control and CCTV security systems
- Authorize payment for partial refund of tax court judgment settlement
- Amend Chapter 190 – Land Use and Development to address blade signs
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✓ Decidido: Village Council appoints new leaders for water, public works, and IT departments
The council approved the appointment of William Bierwas as Deputy Director of Ridgewood Water. It also appointed James McGrath as Village Engineer and Director of Public Works. Additionally, Neil Gallone was appointed Director of Information Technology and GIS. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.
- Approved William Bierwas as Deputy Director of Ridgewood Water
- Approved James McGrath as Village Engineer and Director of Public Works
- Approved Neil Gallone as Director of Information Technology and GIS
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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
JANUARY 28, 2026
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by submission
to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and
time of this meeting.”
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 40 Minutes in Total)
6. Presentations
a. Introduction of New Management Personnel
b. Donation for Improvements to Community Center
7. Village Manager’s Report
8. Village Council Reports
9. Discussion:
a. Ridgewood Water
None
b. Parking
Non
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Village Council Regular Public Work Session
January 28, 2026
A REGULAR PUBLIC WORK SESSION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURT
ROOM OF THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE,
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY, ON JANUARY 28, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and read the Statement of Compliance
with the Open Public Meetings Act. At roll call, the following were present: Councilmembers
Mortimer, Perron, Weitz, Winograd, and Mayor Vagianos. Also present were Keith Kazmark,
Village Manager; Heather Mailander, Village Clerk; and Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mayor Vagianos opened the meeting for public comment. Ms. Mailander stated that noting that
comments would be limited to three minutes per person, with a bell serving as a one-minute
warning and a beeping noise when time has expired.
Anne Loving, a Ridgewood resident, commented on the bell system introduced at public
meetings, stating she had previously written to the Mayor requesting information about its origin
but received no response. She noted residents found the bell obnoxious, interruptive, and
unnecessary, contradicting the Village Council’s stated policy of not interrupting speakers. She
cited instances where the be
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Tue Jan 27, 2026
Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board
Board will hear the 2026 Parks and Recreation capital and operational budgets
The Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board will review the Fields and Recreational Facility Use Policy and hear the Department's 2026 capital and operational budget proposal. The board will consider open positions in the Parks Division and discuss several park projects, including sun shades at Graydon Pool and a skatepark renovation. An update on the Premier Community Center proposal will also be presented.
- Fields and Recreational Facility Use Policy Review/Update
- Department 2026 Capital & Operational Budgets Hearing
- Open Positions: Maintenance Worker 1 and Tree Maintenance Worker 1
- Projects: Sun Shades/Graydon Pool, Playground/Kings Pond Park, Pavilion/Kings Pond Park, Security Fencing/Graydon Pool, Skatepark Renovation
- Premier Community Center Proposal Update
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✓ Decidido: Board approved $26,900 RBSA donation for park field renovations
The board approved the October 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It approved a $26,900 donation from the RBSA to fund renovations of the 90‑foot baseball diamond and two softball fields at Veterans Memorial Park. The board elected Vicky VanDyke as chairperson of the Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board. It also elected Jim Morgan as vice chair.
- Approved October 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $26,900 RBSA donation for Veterans Memorial Park field renovations (unanimous)
- Approved Vicky VanDyke as PRC Board chairperson (unanimous)
- Approved Jim Morgan as PRC Board vice chair (unanimous)
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AGENDA PRC Board 1.27.26
131 N. MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ 07450
Village of Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation
PARKS, RECREATION, AND CONSERVATION BOARD AGENDA
January 27, 2026 at 7:30pm, the Stable
www.ridgewoodnj.net
I. Public Comment (Not to exceed 3 Minutes Per Person)
II. Correspondence
III. Approval of October 21, 2025 Minutes
IV. Introduction/Welcome New Members
• Catie Kearns
• Carolyn Holt
V. Reorganization
• Chair
• Vice Chair
• Committee Assignments
VI. Presentation RBSA President Scott Muller
VII. PRC Board – Liaison/Committee Reports
• Village Council – F. Mortimer
• Board of Ed – S. Brogan
• Open Space Committee – J. Morgan
• Fields Committee – C. Holt
• Shade Tree Commission –
• Green Ridgewood –
• Community Center Advisory Board – L. Kloak
• Ridgewood Beautification Team –
VIII. Fields and Recreational Facility Use Policy Review/Update
IX. Department 2026 Capital & Operational Budgets Hearing/ Jan. 26, 2026 5:15 pm
X. Open Positions Parks Division
• Maintenance Worker 1
• Tree Maintenance Worker 1
XI. Projects
• Sun Shades/Graydon Pool
• Community Forestry Management Plan
• Playground/Kings Pond Park
• Pavilion/Kings Pond Park
• Security Fencing/Graydon Pool
• Skatepark Renovation
XII. Recreation
• HealthBarn Quarterly Report December 2025
• Winter Programs
• Currently Planning Camp/Graydon
• Special Events – tentative schedule
▪ Job Fair – March 16
▪ LoKai Rose Workshop
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PARKS, RECREATION, AND CONSERVATION BOARD
January 27, 2026 Minutes
Date: January 27, 2026 – The Stable, 7:30pm
Attendance: Present: C. Kearns, F. Mortimer, L. Kloak, J. Buckley, V. VanDyke,
S. Brogan, K. Heighington, J. Morgan
Absent: C. Holt
Also Present: Director, N. Bigos, Office Assistant, M. Hefferan, RBSA President, S. Muller
Public Comment &
Correspondence: Public comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person – 40 Minutes in Total)
No public comment.
N. Bigos shared the Healthbarn Quarterly report for October/November/December and emails
from residents concerning Kings Pond, enjoyment of the classes at HealthBarn and appreciation
for the Elder Dinner. She also shared the Community Center offerings for January and February
2026 and the flyer soliciting a new concessionaire for the Graydon Pool, Water’s Edge Cafe
Minutes: Minutes for October 2025. Approved with motions by J. Buckley, L. Kloak made a second
motion. All in favor.
Introduction of New
Members Catie Kearns- Lifelong resident, former Graydon lifeguard, member of the Somerville Elementary
HSA, Ithaca College, BA in Journalism, worked for MSG Director of Marketing Partnerships and
Team Sponsorships.
Carolyn Holt - absent
Sheila Brogan - BOE President new liaison to the PRC Board.
RBSA Presentation
Pres. Scott Muller S. Muller stated that the RBSA has been identifying fields that are in need of improvement and
have recently made substantial financial investment withi
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Tue Jan 27, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Board reviews several permit applications that exceed zoning coverage or setback limits
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will decide on three old‑business applications and two new‑business applications. The items involve requests for a circular driveway, a swimming pool, an attic addition, a residential addition, and a new garage, many of which exceed the maximum allowed lot coverage, setbacks, or building height. The board will also hear a request for a six‑month extension on a prior resolution.
- Jisoo Suzy Yoon – circular driveway at 257 Greenway Road, proposed lot coverage 45.56% (max 40%)
- Michael & Caitlin Licare – swimming pool at 153 John Street, side yard setback 8 ft and rear yard setback 7 ft (required 10 ft)
- Muhammad Mahmoud – attic addition at 230 Fairfield Avenue, front yard setback 31.4 ft (required 40 ft) and gross building area 38% (max 32%)
- Ellen Storms – addition at 68 North Van Dien Avenue, side yard setback 9.5 ft (min 18.67 ft) and front yard setback 35.5 ft (min 45 ft)
- Mark Donoghue – new garage at 151 North Walnut Street, lot coverage 52.6% (max 45%) and garage height 18 ft (max 15 ft)
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✓ Decidido: Board denied Mahmud Mahmoud attic addition and approved Ellen Storms variance
The Zoning Board denied the application for an attic addition at 230 Fairfield Avenue after deliberation. It approved Ellen Storms' request for a one‑story and second‑story addition at 68 North Van Dien Avenue with a condition to push back the second floor. The Board also granted a six‑month extension for Basov & Kalinina to meet resolution conditions and carried several other applications to future dates.
- Denied Mahmud Mahmoud attic addition application (230 Fairfield Avenue)
- Approved Ellen Storms addition application with condition to push back second floor (68 North Van Dien Avenue)
- Granted six‑month extension to Basov & Kalinina (3 Paul Ct) to comply with resolution
- Carried Jisoo Suzy Yoon application (257 Greenway Road) to March 10, 2026
- Carried Michael & Caitlin Licare swimming pool and garage variance to February 24, 2026
- Carried Mark Donoghue application (151 N. Walnut Street) to February 10, 2026
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.
Call to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Statement required by the Open Public Meeting Act “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board in the Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News,
The Record and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule
including date and time of this meeting”.
Please note: A curfew of 11:00 PM is strictly adhered to by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of
the Village of Ridgewood. No new matter involving an Applicant will be started after 10:30 PM.
At 10:00 PM the Chairman will make a determination and advise Applicants as to whether they
will be heard. If an Applicant cannot be heard because of the lateness of the hour, the matter will
be carried over to a future meeting to be determined by the Board at 10:00 PM.
Oath of Office: Jamie Fox
Roll call
Minutes: January 13, 2026
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments
Members of the public comments
Public hearings
Old Business:
JISOO SUZY YOON – An application to permit a circular driveway and additional paved area
which would result in total coverage by improvements of 45.56%, where 40% is the maximum
permitted for the property located at 257 Greenway Road, Block 2802, Lot 16, in an R-110 Zone.
(Continued from October 28, 2025, Carry to March 10, 2026 without further
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Meeting Minutes
JANUARY 27, 2026
Opening:
The public meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Village of Ridgewood was
called to order at 7:48 p.m.
Jamie Fox took the Oath of Office.
Present: Greg Brown, Matthew Bandelt, Diana Ruhl, J amie Fox, Jason Curreri, Yelena
Raytser and Matthew Swan were present. Also present were Bruce Whitaker, Esq., Board
Attorney; John Barree, Village Planner; and Jane Wondergem, Board Secretary. Jonathan
Papietro was absent.
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments – There were no comments at this time.
Members of the public comments – There were no comments at this time.
Public hearings
Old Business:
Mr. Brown announced that the Jisoo Suzy Yoon , 257 Greenway Road, application was
carried to March 10, 2026 without further notice.
Old Business:
MICHAEL & CAITLIN LICARE – An application to install a swimming pool and related
amenities, demolish existing detached garage and construct a new one-car detached garage
which would result in a side yard setback to the pool of 8 feet, and rear yard setback to the
pool of 7 feet, where 10 feet is required, and location of patio/BBQ within the front yard
setback on Fairway Road at 153 John Street, Block 3407, Lot 1, in an R-2 Zone. (Continued
from November 25, 2025 without further notice)
James Delia, Esq., was present on behalf of the applicant and recapped the prior hearing,
stating that revisions were
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Mon Jan 26, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Village Council will review departmental and capital budgets
The Ridgewood Village Council is holding a special public budget meeting to examine the budgets of its various departments and capital projects. Council members will discuss the proposed spending for each department and consider next steps. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker. No specific budget figures or decisions are listed in the agenda.
- Review of Municipal Court budget
- Review of Parks Department budget
- Review of Graydon Pool budget
- Review of Water Department budget
- Review of Finance Department budget
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AGENDA
VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC BUDGET MEETING
JANUARY 26, 2026
5:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
MAYOR: “ Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board
in Village hall , by mail to the Ridgewood
News , The Record , and by submission to all
persons entitled to same as provided by law
of a schedule including the date and time of
this meeting. ”
3 . Roll Call - Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute
5. Public Comments (Not to exceed 3 minutes per person ,
4 0 minutes in total )
6 . Discussion Items
a. Review of Departmental Budgets and Capital Budgets
1. Municipal Court
2. Public Defender
3. Parks Department
4. Recreation Department
5. Graydon Pool
6. Ridgewood Beautificati
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Fri Jan 23, 2026
Ridgewood's Access Committee
Collaboration with Ridgewood Stigma-Free Committee discussed
The Access Committee will receive reports from its president, executive board, village council liaison, SEPAG, and village health and HILT departments. It will then discuss a potential collaboration with the Ridgewood Stigma-Free Committee. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.
- Collaboration with Ridgewood Stigma-Free Committee (new business)
- Sensory‑Friendly Dinners report (executive board)
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January 23, 2026
1. Welcome /A pproval of M inutes (Jaimie Davis )
2. President ’s Report ( Jaimie Davis )
3. Executive Board Reports (Jesse Schwartzman , Emily Cathcart )
a. Sensory-Friendly Dinners
4. Village Council Report ( Liaison Siobhan Winograd )
a. POP Video
5. SEPAG Report (Meghann Bierly)
6. Village D epartment R eports
a. Health Department /Stigma Free (Danielle Caputo)
b. HILT (Deanna Schablik)
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. Collaboration with Ridgewood Stigma-Free Committee
Our next meeting is on Friday, February 20 , 2026 at 2:00pm via Zoom.
Thu Jan 22, 2026
Community Center Advisory Board
✓ Decidido: Board approved giving $125 to Paramus Church from tithing check
The board approved the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting. Members voted to allocate half of a $250 tithing check ($125) to Paramus Church. The January 27 Lunch and Learn was delayed due to snow, with a reschedule to be emailed. February will have no Lunch and Learn and April will be taken off.
- Approved minutes of 11/20/2025 (motion by Cathy, seconded by Sheila, all approved)
- Allocated $125 to Paramus Church from $250 tithing check (all in favor)
- Delayed January 27 Lunch and Learn due to snow prediction; Deanna to email new date
- No Lunch and Learn scheduled for February
- April Lunch and Learn cancelled (April off)
- Next Parks and Recreation Committee meeting set for February 26 at 5 p.m.
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Community Center Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
Ridgewood, N.J.
January 22, 2026
In attendance: Gwenn Hauck, Deanna Schablik , Mayor Paul Vagianos, Liz Kloak,
Claudia Fortunato (via Zoom) , Sheila Brogan , Cathy Greve , JoAnn Archer, Anna
Salerno (via Zoom) , Beth Abbott (via Zoom) .
5: 12 p.m. Call to Order
Minutes — For the minutes of the 11/20/2025 meeting Cathy motioned we
accept, Sheila seconded and all approved.
Treasurer ’s Report —
The Foundation main account now has a balance of about $3823, up from
$2711 on 11/20/25 . There were expenditures for the December Lunch and
Learn. The next Lunch and Learn is being financed by a private donation
and some funds contributed to us from the Ridgewood Run .
T he Foundation Taub account now has $5814.16 . Deducted from that will
be a check to Beth to reimburse her for a year of monthly web hosting fees
($36.22/month, Adobe for use for newsletter creation ($21.21/month),
and Zoom software ($170.49) . Total Disbursement will be $860. 85 .
Deanna has a tithing check for about $250 and suggests we give half to
Paramus Church to thank them for hosting the Elder Dinner. All in favor.
We are still in need of and actively looking for a new Treasurer.
Old Business
Gwenn spoke about the Community Center Campaign, referred to as “ the
project ” in the grant agreement . There have been some changes to the
agreement and three Ridgecrest Foundation Board members are in favor
and are asking the rest of the Board to approv
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Wed Jan 21, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Ridgewood Village Council to review 2026 departmental budgets
The Ridgewood Village Council will hold a special public budget meeting to review departmental and capital budgets for 2026. The meeting will include a public comment period and a discussion of the budget process.
- Review of 2026 Departmental Budgets (Health, Police, Fire, etc.)
- Review of 2026 Capital Budgets
- Introduction of 2026 Budget Process
- Public Comments (Session 1 and Session 2)
- Special Public Budget Meeting
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✓ Decidido: Council postpones capital budget meeting to Feb. 4
The Village Council delayed the capital‑budget discussion originally set for the previous week and rescheduled it for February 4. Council members reviewed the 2026 budget process and set dates for future budget meetings, including a budget presentation on February 11 and a planned adoption on March 11. No votes or formal approvals were recorded at this meeting.
- Postponed capital‑budget meeting to Feb. 4 (no vote recorded)
- Scheduled budget presentation for Feb. 11 and adoption for Mar. 11 (planned, no vote recorded)
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so, during Public Comments as well as during Public Hearings, during the meeting.
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AGENDA
VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC BUDGET MEETING
JANUARY 21, 2026
5:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
MAYOR: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided by a posting on the bulletin board
in Village hall, by mail to the Ridgewood
News, The Record, and by submission to all
persons entitled to same as provided by law
of a schedule including the date and time of
this meeting.”
3. Roll Call - Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute
5. Public Comments (Not to exceed 3 minutes per person,
40 minutes in total)
6. Introduction of 2026 Budget Process - Village Manager
and Chief Financial Officer
7. Discussion Items
a. Review of Departmental Budgets and Capital Budgets
1. Health Department
2. Animal Control
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Village Council Special Public Budget Meeting
January 21, 2026
A SPECIAL PUBLIC BUDGET MEETING OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURT
ROOM OF THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE,
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY, ON JANUARY 21, 2026 AT 5:03 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER -- OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT -- ROLL CALL -- FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the meeting to order at 5:03 p.m. and read the Statement of Compliance
with the Open Public Meetings Act. At roll call, the following were present: Councilmembers
Mortimer, Perron, Weitz, Winograd, and Mayor Vagianos. Also present were Keith Kazmark,
Village Manager; Heather Mailander, Village Clerk; Robert Rooney, Chief Financial Officer;
Olivia Andreula, Accounting Assistant; and Stephen Sanzari, Treasurer/Assistant Chief Financial
Officer.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Anne Loving, a Ridgewood resident, spoke first regarding the upcoming budget. Ms. Loving
stated that while she understood parks were not on the agenda for the evening, she wanted to
make a general public comment about the budget. She sincerely hoped the council would
consider putting 250 trees into the budget in honor of the 250th anniversary of the country. Ms.
Loving emphasized that she hoped these would be actual trees, not just saplings, and that this
would be a priority rather than something addressed only if money remained available
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
Planning Board
Ridgewood Planning Board meeting for January 20, 2026, is canceled
The Planning Board public meeting and work session scheduled for January 20, 2026, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2026.
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PLANNING BOARD
PLANNING BOARD
AMENDMENT TO MEETING SCHEDULE
CANCELED: January 20, 2026
In accordance with the provisions of the "Open Public Meetings Act," please be advised that the
PLANNING BOARD public meeting and work session for TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2026 , in the
VILLAGE HALL COURT ROOM, 4th Floor, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NJ
beginning at 7:30 p.m. has been canceled.
The next regular meeting will be held on February 3, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall Courtroom, 4th
Floor, 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ.
All meetings of the Ridgewood Planning Board (i.e., official public meetings, work session meetings, pre-
meeting assemblies and special meetings) are public meetings, which are always open to members of the
general public.
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Village Website
Thu Jan 15, 2026
Citizens Safety Advisory Committee
Decision on new Maple Ave/East Ridgewood Ave crosswalk and ramp
The Citizens Safety Advisory Committee will review updates on several safety topics, including e‑bike policies, sight‑triangle obstructions, incident reporting, and parking at the West Side Train Station. The committee will discuss a proposed crosswalk and ramp at the intersection of Maple Avenue and East Ridgewood Avenue. Public comments will be heard, and the meeting will set the next CSAC meeting date.
- E‑bike updates (RPD)
- Sight Triangle Obstruction locations updates (Engineering)
- Incident/Accident Reporting updates (RPD)
- West Side Train Station Parking Lot (RPD, Engineering)
- Maple Ave./East Ridgewood Ave. crosswalk & ramp
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✓ Decidido: No formal decisions were made at the Ridgewood CSAC meeting.
The committee reviewed public comments on parking signs and pedestrian signals. It discussed ongoing studies and planned improvements for several intersections, crosswalks, and bike lanes. No motions were voted on or formally approved during the meeting.
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CSAC MEETING AGENDA
JANUARY 15, 2026 – 7:00 PM
SENIOR LOUNGE , VILLAGE HALL
I. CSAC PROTOCOL STATEMENT
II. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
a. Advisory Comments
III. OLD BUSINESS
a. E-bikes updates (RPD)
b. Sight Triangle Obstruction locations updates (Engineering)
c. Incident/Accident Reporting updates (RPD)
d. West Side Train Station Parking Lot (RPD, Engineering)
e. Mid-Block Crosswalk at Tatte (Engineering)
f. Social Media (Bamberg)
g. CBDAC liaison needed
h. Maple Ave., Franklin Ave., and Marshall St. Intersectio n
IV. NEW BUSINESS
a. Maple Ave ./East Ridgewood Ave. crosswalk & ramp
b. Other
V. PROACTIVE SAFETY INITIATIVES
VI. ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT SCHEDULED CSAC MEETING: FEBRUARY 19,
2026, AT 7:00 PM (SENIOR LOUNGE)
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CSAC MEETING MINUTES January 15, 2026
Present:
CSAC Members: Anastasia Bamberg, Zohaib Rahmann, Jane Remis, David Rosen, Elizabeth
Rottinger, Marian Rutherford, Barbara Sacks
Liaisons : Frank Mortimer (Village Counci l), Sheila Brogan (RPS BOE)
Advisors : Chris Piersa (Engineering), Captain Ender (RPD)
Visitors: Kathleen Appleton , Barbara Damiato, Pam Welch
1. Call to Order and Protocol
Meeting called to order. Visitor sign-in and public comment procedures reviewed. Recording notice
acknowledged.
2. Public Comment
Resident thanked Village staff for replacing faded parking signs on Marshall Street and removing a tree
blocking visibility of signage near the proposed Kensington site. Requests were made for weight-limit
signage on Marshall Street and review of pedestrian signals at Maple and Franklin.
3. Maple Avenue, Franklin Avenue, and Marshall Street Intersection
Discussion focused on pedestrian safety, signal limitations, cost of upgrades, accident data, and the
Boswell Engineering traffic study currently in process. Intersection will remain on the agenda pending
results of the traffic study.
4. Maple Ave./ East Ridgewood Ave. crosswalk & ramp
Crosswalks running diagonally will be straightened and stop bar locations will be adjusted once the
County completes its ADA ramp reconstruction work, drainage improvements, and repaves Maple
Avenue.
5. E-Bike Safety Update
Legislative outreach ongoing. Spring social media campaign planned. Coordination with schools, new
sign
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Wed Jan 14, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Council to discuss endorsement of housing grant for Family Promise of Bergen County
The Village Council is holding a special public meeting to discuss a specific resolution. The primary item is the endorsement of a Community Development Block Grant for the Family Promise of Bergen County program.
- Resolution to confirm endorsement of Community Development Block Grant for Family Promise of Bergen County - Finding A Way Home: Moving Families to Stable Housing Program
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AGENDA
VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING
JANUARY 14, 2026
7:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order - Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
MAYOR: "Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided
by a posting on the bulletin board in Village Hall,
by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by
submission to all persons entitled to same as
provided by law of a schedule including the date
and time of this meeting."
3. Roll Call - Village Clerk
4. Comments from the Public (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person)
5. Discussion of January 14, 2026 Agenda
Resolution to Confirm Endorsement of Community Development
Block Grant – Family Promise of Bergen County - Finding A Way
Home: Moving Families to Stable Housing Program
6. Discussion of Other Village Council Business
7. Adjournment
Wed Jan 14, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Ridgewood Council to consider zoning changes and 2026 temporary budgets
The Village Council will discuss several land use and zoning modifications, including new overlay districts. The body is also reviewing 2026 temporary budget appropriations and multiple water utility contracts.
- Proposed zoning changes for Senior (S-1) and Townhouse (TO-1) overlay districts
- Agreement for real property re-assessment for tax year 2027 (NTE $1,055,080)
- Water utility contracts including potable water well repair (NTE $500,000) and PFAS asset management (NTE $350,000)
- Proposed 2026 temporary budgets for General, Water Utility, and Parking Utility
- Introduction of 2026 fees for Graydon Pool, Summer Day Camp, Tennis, and Pickleball
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✓ Decidido: Council approved financial reports, meeting minutes, and agenda changes
The Village Council accepted the Bills, Claims, Vouchers and Statement of Funds for December 31 2025. The Council also approved the minutes from the December 3, 10 and 17 2025 meetings. Finally, the Council voted to reorder agenda items, moving the Ridgewood Water and Village resolutions to be heard first.
- Approved Bills, Claims, Vouchers and Statement of Funds (5-0)
- Approved December 3, 10 and 17 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved agenda reorganization moving Water and Village resolutions forward (5-0)
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
VILLAGE COUNCIL
REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING
JANUARY 14, 2026
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order - Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act
3. Roll Call - Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute
5. Acceptance of Financial Reports
6. Approval of Minutes
7. Proclamations
a. Recognize Retirement of Christopher Rutishauser, Village
Engineer and Director of Department of Public Works
b. Recognize Ridgewood Lunar New Year Festival
c. Jamboree Days
Pursuant to Chapter 3-19 of the Code of the Village of Ridgewood, Manner
of Addressing Council, and Chapter 3-20, Decorum, the Village Council
meetings shall be conducted in the following manner:
Manner of Addressing Council
Persons other than Councilmembers may be permitted to address the
Council
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Village Council Regular Public Meeting
January 14, 2026
A REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURT ROOM OF THE
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NEW
JERSEY, ON JANUARY 14, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and read the Statement of Compliance
with the Open Public Meetings Act. At roll call, the following were present: Councilmembers
Mortimer, Perron, Weitz, Winograd, and Mayor Vagianos. Also present were Keith Kazmark,
Village Manager; Heather Mailander, Village Clerk; and Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
2. ACCEPTANCE OF FINANCIAL REPORTS
Mayor Vagianos moved that the Bills, Claims, and Vouchers, and Statement of Funds on Hand as
of December 31, 2025, be accepted as submitted. Deputy Mayor Perron seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Mortimer, Perron, Weitz, Winograd, and Vagianos
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mayor Vagianos moved that the Village Council minutes of December 3, December 10, and
December 17, 2025, having been reviewed by the Village Council and now available in the Village
Clerk's Office, be approved as submitted. Deputy Mayor Perron seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmem
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Tue Jan 13, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Zoning Board to consider autobody shop at 246–264 South Broad Street
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a development application for an autobody shop. The board will also handle reorganization and the memorialization of a resolution for 179 Lincoln Avenue.
- Public hearing for LES DANN, LLC regarding a new autobody shop at 246–264 South Broad Street (Block 3905, Lots 12, 13, 14)
- Resolution memorialization for Seiter at 179 Lincoln Avenue (Block 2301, Lot 13)
- Board reorganization
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✓ Decidido: Board approved LES DANN, LLC variance and site plan for new autobody shop
The Zoning Board adopted its by‑laws, approved a resolution complying with the Open Public Meetings Act, and set the meeting schedule for 2026. Minutes from the November 25 and December 9, 2025 meetings were adopted. The board approved LES DANN, LLC’s variance, preliminary and final site‑plan, and bulk variances for a new autobody shop at 246‑264 South Broad Street by a 5‑yes to 2‑no vote.
- Adopted Zoning Board by‑laws
- Approved Open Public Meetings Act compliance resolution
- Approved 2026 meeting schedule (Jan 13 – Dec 31)
- Adopted minutes from Nov 25 2025 and Dec 9 2025
- Approved LES DANN, LLC variance and site‑plan (5‑2 vote)
- Motion to deny LES DANN application failed
- Carried memorialization of Seiter, 179 Lincoln Avenue to next meeting
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.
Call to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Statement required by the Open Public Meeting Act “Adequate notice of this meeting has
been provided by a posting on the bulletin board in the Village Hall, by mail to the
Ridgewood News, The Record and by submission to all persons entitled to same as
provided by law of a schedule including date and time of this meeting”.
Please note: A curfew of 11:00 PM is strictly adhered to by the Zoning Board of Adjustment
of the Village of Ridgewood. No new matter involving an Applicant will be started after 10:30
PM. At 10:00 PM the Chairman will make a determination and advise Applicants as to
whether they will be heard. If an Applicant cannot be heard because of the lateness of the
hour, the matter will be carried over to a future meeting to be determined by the Board at
10:00 PM.
REORGANIZATION
Roll call
Minutes: November 25, 2025; December 9, 2025
Non-agenda items:
Board member comments
Members of the public comments
Public hearings
Old Business:
LES DANN, LLC – An application for use variance approval, preliminary and final site
plan approval and bulk variances related to the consolidation of three existing lots into
one property to be developed with a new autobody shop at 246 – 264 South Broad
Street, Block 3905, Lots 12, 13, 14, in an R-3 Zone. (Continued from July 8, 2025,
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Meeting Minutes
JANUARY 13, 2026
Opening:
The public meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Village of Ridgewood was
called to order at 7:37 p.m.
REORGANIZATION:
Greg Brown took the Oath of Office.
Present: Greg Brown, Matthew Bandelt, Diana Ruhl, Jonathan Papietro, Jason
Curreri, Yelena Raytser and Matthew Swan were present.
The following people were elected to the following offices:
Chairman: Greg Brown
Vice Chairman: Matthew Bandelt
Chairman Pro Tem: Jonathan Papietro
Board Secretary: Jane Wondergem
The following persons were appointed:
Board Attorney: Bruce Whitaker/McDonnell & Whitaker LLC
Board Professionals: John Barree, MJ Planning LLP, Village Planner
Neglia Engineering Associates, Traffic Engineering
Services
Site Plan Committee: Jamie Fox, Jonathan Papietro, Diana Ruhl
The By-Laws of the Zoning Board were adopted.
The Resolution of Adoption in the Matter of Compliance with the Requirements of the
Open Public Meetings Act was approved. The schedule of meetings for the year January
13, 2026 through December 31, 2026 were approved.
The Reorganization meeting was closed.
Present: Greg Brown, Matthew Bandelt, Diana Ruhl, Jonathan Papietro, Jason Curreri,
Yelena Raytser and Matthew Swan were present. Also present were Bruce Whitaker,
Esq., Board Attorney; John Barree, Village Planner; Christopher Ru tishauser, Village
Engineer; Brian Intindola, Traffic Consulta
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Tue Jan 13, 2026
Shade Tree Commission
Ridgewood Shade Tree Commission to discuss 1,000 tree initiative
The Shade Tree Commission will meet to review updates on tree planting initiatives and community outreach. The body will discuss progress on the High School Green Team and strip planting designs.
- 1000 tree initiative update
- High School Green Team progress
- Strip Planting Designs
- Proposed social media posting for street tree replacement requests
- Super science Saturday
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✓ Decidido: Commission appoints new officers and adopts tree replacement policy
The Shade Tree Commission approved the December meeting minutes and unanimously elected new officers: Deb as secretary, Adam and Nancy as co‑chairs, and Tim H. as vice chair. The commission adopted a policy to automatically replace any town‑cut tree unless the homeowner opts out, and will distribute door‑hangers to inform residents. Siobhan was tasked to contact Signal to launch the 1,000‑Tree Initiative.
- December meeting minutes approved (unanimous)
- Deb appointed secretary (unanimous)
- Adam and Nancy appointed co‑chairs (unanimous)
- Tim H. appointed vice chair (unanimous)
- Adopted policy to replace cut trees unless homeowner opts out
- Will distribute door‑hangers to inform homeowners of opt‑out option
- Siobhan assigned to contact Signal for 1,000‑Tree Initiative
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Village of Ridgewood
Shade Tree Commission
January 13 , 202 6 , 7:30pm
Garden Room, Village Hall
ADMINISTRATION
-Call to order
-M inutes from December 9 th meeting to be approved
REPORTS
-U pdates from the co-chairs , summarizing noteworthy developments (Adam/Nancy B-H)
-Update from the Council liaison (Siobhan)
-Elections
- 1000 tree initiative (Tim H)
-High School Green Team progress (Yuna)
-Strip Planting Designs (Nancy & George)
-Super science Saturday (Deb)
-A dding posting to village communications/social media “ Street tree fell? Request replacement from
village ” (Medhi)
PUBLIC COMMENT
Please limit comments to 3 minutes
ADJOURNMENT
N ext meeting, Tuesday, February 1 0 , at 7:30 pm , Garden Room, Village Hall
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Ridgewood Shade Tree Commission
1/13/2026 Meeting Minutes
In attendance : Adam Brown, Miles Luo, Medhi Mani, Declan Madden, T im Hlavacek, Nancy Brennan-
Hill, George Wolfson, Siobhan Winograd, Andrew Gorman (present by phone), Yuna Kim , Emma
Dowman , Keelin Sullivan
-Meeting in the Garden Room called to order by Adam Brown at 7:3 4 pm .
-Minutes from the December meeting approved .
Vote for Commission Titles
Adam moves for Deb to be secretary. Nancy seconds. Una nim ous approval
George nominates Adam and Nancy to be co-chairs. Tim seconds. Unanimous approval
Adam nominates Tim H. to be vice chair. Nancy seconds. Unanimous approval
Town Trees
Discussion around the town ’s ability to plant town trees on the homeowner side of the right of way
Replacing Cut Down Trees
When the town cuts a tree for any reason, we will automatically replace it unless homeowner opts out.
Will put door hangers on residences to inform homeowners about opt out option
1,000 Tree Initiative
Siobhan will reach out to Signal to initiate this project
Green Team Update
Yuna Kim: trying to get more trees planted on Board of Ed property
Strip Planting
George: need a pilot program and must outline our purpose
Need some guidance on plants that will work. Nothing over 40 ”
Montclair has this
2026 Target
Plant 250 town trees for the 250 th anniversary + additional adopt-a-saplings
Earth Day
Declan will source 150 small + 50 big trees to hand out
Should we have them bare root? Or in pots with soil?
PUBLIC COM
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Mon Jan 12, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
Historic Preservation Commission to review three business sign proposals
The commission will hold its reorganization meeting to elect officers and adopt the 2026 schedule. Members will also review sign applications for three local businesses.
- Proposed sign at Ridgewood Dosa House, 22 Oak Street
- Proposed blade sign at Pizza by From Scratch, 192 E. Ridgewood Avenue
- Proposed blade signs at Steel Wheel Tavern/High Line, 51 North Broad Street
- Election of officers
- Adoption of 2026 meeting schedule
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✓ Decidido: Historic Preservation Commission approved three signage applications
The commission approved the Ridgewood Dosa House sign with changes, gave a conditional approval to the Pizza by from Scratch sign, and approved the Steel Wheel Tavern high sign as submitted. Minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting were approved. The commission also agreed to ask the Village Council for funds to create signs for owners of restored historic homes.
- Approved Ridgewood Dosa House sign with changes
- Conditional approval for Pizza by from Scratch sign
- Approved Steel Wheel Tavern high sign as submitted
- Approved minutes from November 10, 2025
- Agreed to request Village Council funds for historic home signage
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
131 N. MAPLE AVENUE Phone: (201) 670-5500 X 240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450 Fax: (201) 670-7305
MONDAY, January 12, 2026
Reorganization and Public Meeting
CAUCUS ROOM, 4TH LEVEL, 7:30 P.M.
1. Call to orde r & Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meetings Act : –
Adequate notice of the list of 2024 Historic Preservation Commission meetings has
been provided to the Village Clerk’s office and posted on the Village of Ridgewood
website and was prominently posted on the bulletin board in the entry lobby of the
Village Hall.
2. Reorganization:
➢ Election of Officers
➢ Adoption of 2026 Meeting Schedule
3. Roll Call: Ferrante, Ghezzi, Tsapatsaris, Summerville, Bra dy, Giuliani, Fuhrman,
Latham
4. Adoption of Minutes: November 10, 2025
5. Applicants for Review:
➢ Ridgewood Dosa House, 22 Oak Street – proposed sign
➢ Pizza by From Scratch, 192 E. Ridgewood Avenue – proposed blade
sign
➢ Steel Wheel Tavern/High Line, 51 North Broad Street – proposed
blade signs
6. Adjournment
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Historic Preservation Commission
Meeting Minutes
Date of Meeting: Monday, January 12, 2026
Call to Order Time: 7:32 PM Adjournment Time: 8:37 PM
HPC Members Present: Planning Board Liaison
Brady Member Ferrante Vice Chairperson Stern
Fuhrman Member Village Council Liaison
Latham Member
Summerville Member Weitz
Applications Reviewed During the Meeting:
Applicant Name / Address Type / Applicant Representatives HPC Decision
Ridgewood Dosa House Sign Approved with changes
22 Oak Street Manny Mawle - with the sign company - Signarama
Larger letters will be drilled into façade and smaller letters will be 2" and glued to façade.
Pizza by from Scratch Sign Conditional Approval
192 E. Ridgewood Ave. Anthony Caiafa - investor
Approved with color temperature of lights no more than 3500k. Anthony will send photos of the letters for the windows and a
swatch of the paint color for the facade to Jane for HPC approval.
Steel Wheel Tavern / High Sign Approved as submitted
51 North Broad Street None
Applicant did not appear. HPC approved two blade signs from the plans previously submitted. Lights cannot be more than
3500k color temperature. HPC requests the applicant be sure the signs are very well attached to the building due to the larg e
size (30" x 30") of the signs.
Other Matters
Minutes from November 10, 2025 approved.
HPC agreed to ask Village Council for funds to create signs for owners of buildings who have res
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Mon Jan 12, 2026
Ridgewood Arts Council
Ridgewood Arts Council commits $100 to co‑sponsored spring lecture
The council reviewed updates and planned several upcoming arts events, including the Downtown for the Holidays celebration and an Older Americans Art Exhibit in May. It discussed flyer production for multiple events and confirmed a $100 contribution and promotional support for a co‑sponsored spring lecture. The meeting also welcomed a new potential member and set the next meeting for February 9, 2026.
- Welcome new potential member Carolina Alvarez Pusterla (Caroline Avakian to join in February)
- Plan Downtown for the Holidays event and welcome Lauren Imbruglia from Deeply Rooted
- Older Americans Art Exhibit scheduled for May in the Library auditorium; flyer needed ASAP
- Children in the Arts event on March 15 at 2:00 pm in the Art Studio; flyer to be repurposed
- Ridgewood Arts Council commits $100 and promotion support for a co‑sponsored spring lecture, targeting an audience of 80
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✓ Decidido: Arts Council discussed upcoming events; no formal decisions made
The council welcomed new member Carolina Alvarez Pusterla. It provided updates on the Ridgewood Living Magazine, upcoming art exhibits, children’s art program, artist talk, jazz jam session, and other events. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.
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January 12th, 2026
Rolling Agenda
Items Notes Next Steps
Welcome
Ridgewood Living update
Kathryn Schmidt
New potential Member - Carolina Alvarez Pusterla (Caroline
Avakian will join in February)
We will be in February issue
Debrief and feedback on
Downtown for the Holidays
Welcome Lauren Imbruglia from Deeply Rooted
Upcoming Events Older Americans Art Exhibit
Parameters for work collection
Month of May in the Library auditorium
Reception - May 12th
● Need the Flyer ASAP
Children in the Arts
Sunday, March 15th at 2:00pm in the Art Studio
● Need the Flyer - we can repurpose the last year ’s one
with changing the date and the venue
Artist talk with Tamara Freeman
March 26th at 7:00pm in the Art Studio
● Need the Flyer - Marc sent the bio and the photos
Jazz Jam Sessions
Follow up from the Jazz Coffee House, we will host a Jazz Jam
Session with Bad Fourcast being a the host band at Sugar and
Spice - February 19th or March 12th or March 19th
RPL Roberta reached out to co-sponsor Mallory Mortillaro lecture
about Art: list of lectures for the Spring program; there are
three co-sponsors, RAC is committed to $100 and support with
promotion - they are looking for 80 people audience
Most likely a
weekend or an
evening program
Ridgewood Arts Foundation
updates
Next meeting date February 9th, 2026
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January 12th, 2026
Present: Julie Mchedlishvili, Gloria Holmes, Frank Mortimer, Debra Kaplove , Zeynep
Gunday, Shantala Kaikini, Karen Orlin, Carolina Alvarez Pusterla, March Cantor, Alina
Swanson
Items Notes
Welcome
New Member - Carolina Alvarez Pusterla (Caroline Avakian will join in February)
Ridgewood Living
Magazine update
We will be in February issue
Upcoming Events Older Americans Art Exhibit
Parameters for work collection
Month of May in the Library auditorium
Reception - May 12th
Flyer is completed, and we start the “ Save the Date ” and the art collection
notification
Children in the Arts
Sunday, March 15th at 2:00pm in the Art Studio
We need the flyer asap and can repurpose last year ’s one with changing the
date and the venue. A flyer will be also sent to RPS Christine Corliss.
Also, we need the program, the social media waiver from participating artists,
and the snacks; Shantala will help with certificates for the participants; will also
need the support with the video equipment during the event.
Artist talk with Tamara Freeman
March 26th at 7:00pm in the Art Studio
We need the Flyer - Marc already sent the bio and the photos - and then need
to send it to Tamara for approval. We will also need support with the video
equipment during the event.
Jazz Jam Sessions
Follow up from the Jazz Coffee House, we will probably host a Jazz Jam Session
with Bad Fourcast being as the host band - working on dates and venue
Ridgewood Arts
Foundation
upda
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Thu Jan 8, 2026
Open Space Committee
Open Space Committee to discuss acquisitions and stewardship programs
The Open Space Committee will review the New/Old Properties List, Connect Parks, and Pocket Parks. The agenda also includes updates on the NYNJ Trail Center Project, the Schedler Property, and the Green Acres 2025 progress.
- Approval of November meeting notes
- New/Old Properties List
- Connect Parks and Pocket Parks
- NYNJ Trail Center Project
- Green Acres 2025 progress update
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✓ Decidido: OSC appoints new secretary and approves meeting notes
The Open Space Committee approved the November meeting notes and appointed Jessica Van Aken as the committee secretary for the upcoming year. Members also agreed on sub‑committee assignments to focus on stewardship, fund administration, and acquisitions. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved November meeting notes
- Approved Jessica Van Aken as new OSC secretary
- Agreed on sub‑committee assignments for stewardship, fund administration, and acquisitions
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RIDGEWOOD
Village of Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation
OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE
January 8th 2026 at 7:00pm
The Stable
Agenda
I Public Comment
I. Approval of November Meeting Notes
Il. Team Alignment — New Secretary
IV. Liaison Reports
e Village Council — F. Mortimer
e Parks, Recreation and Conservation Board — J. Morgan
e Fields Committee - TBD
e Planning Board — J VanGoor
V. Strategic Direction
e Open Space Ordinance
e Master Plan
e Open Space Guidelines/Permissible Use of Funds - New Jersey
Vi. Acquisitions
e New/Old Properties List
e Connect Parks
e Pocket Parks
VIL. Administrative Process of Funds
e Grant Process
e Balance/Use
i. Balance — Ongoing Accounting
ii. Maintenance vs. Improvements
iii. Permissible Use
VIII. Park Stewardship
e Events
i. Daffodil/Earth Day
ii. Park Walk
iii. Other — SSS, Street Fair, Oktoberfest
e NYNJ Trail Center Project
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OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE
January 8th 2026 at 7:00pm
The Stable
Agenda
i. Trail Maintenance, Volunteer Leaders
e Stewardship Program — Princeton Outline
IX. Green Acres Disposal/ 2025 Progress/Update
x. Schedler Property/Update
XI. New Business
Next Meeting: Dual Meeting with PRC February 2026, 7:00pm at the Stable
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January 8th, 2026 - The Stable 7:00 PM
PRESENT: Jim Bostler, Frank Mortimer, Jessica Van Aken, Matt Lindenberg, Nancy
Bigos, Jim Van Goor, Paul Cooper-Smith
ABSENT: Ralph Currey, Alex Pastore, Jim Morgan
Summary
The primary focus of the meeting was related to the OSC ’s increased funding. Of
paramount importance, the committee discussed how to balance maintenance,
preservation, and acquisition with its heightened budget, noting the importance of
accumulating a financial balance for future use.
The committee approved Jessica Van Aken as the new OSC secretary and agreed upon
sub-committee assignments for focused tasks under the Open Space umbrella.
Other discussions included progress on Recreation Open Space Inventory (ROSI),
development progress at the Schedler property, and Planning Board ordinances.
I. Public Comment
There was no public comment.
II. Approval of November Meeting Notes
The November meeting notes were approved.
III. Team Alignment - New Secretary
Jessica Van Aken was approved as the OSC ’s new secretary for the upcoming year.
IV. Liaison Reports
a) Village Council
i) Council members and Village staff traveled to Trenton to observe State
proceedings to remove the Village ’s Green Acres Diversion, which was
approved. The Village is now actively updating its ROSI to meet Green Acres
requirements.
b) Parks, Recreation and Conservation Board (PRC)
i) No formal updates at this meeting, but there is an upcoming PRC meeting soo
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Thu Jan 8, 2026
Central Business District Advisory Committee
Discuss 2026 priorities for the Central Business District and Beautification Team
The Central Business District Advisory Committee and the Ridgewood Beautification Team will meet jointly on January 8, 2026 via Zoom. The agenda includes approving minutes from the December 12, 2025 meeting, presentations of each group's mission and remit, and discussion of 2026 priorities such as the Franklin Avenue corridor, marketing initiatives, and parking wayfinding. Coordination topics include the town garage property, holiday decorations, and a potential ordinance for vacant storefronts. The meeting will conclude with public comment before adjourning.
- Approve minutes of the December 12, 2025 CBDAC meeting
- CBDAC mission and remit presentation
- Ridgewood Beautification Team mission and remit presentation
- Discuss 2026 priorities: Franklin Avenue corridor, marketing, parking wayfinding
- Coordinate on town garage property, holiday decorations, and vacant storefront ordinance
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✓ Decidido: No formal decisions were made at the Jan 8 joint CBDAC and RBT meeting
The joint meeting of the Central Business District Advisory Committee and the Ridgewood Beautification Team was informational, providing updates on housing ordinances, downtown beautification projects, and upcoming events. No votes or formal approvals were recorded. The minutes of the previous meeting will be presented for approval at the next regular meeting.
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Joint Meeting of Central Business District Advisory Committee ( CBDAC) and Ridgewood
Beautification Team (RBT) - Agenda
Thursday, January 8 , 202 6 , 8:30 – 10:00 a .m .
Via Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82654933922?pwd=IzfOzjzKzGqnUai2DzPY57zklgxsKX.1
Meeting ID: 826 5493 3922
Passcode: 001608
Members of the Public are Welcome to Participate
Admin :
Approve Minutes of the December 1 2 , 202 5 in-person CBDAC meeting
CBDAC – mission and remit (Pam/SDP)
Ridgewood Beautification Team – mission and remit (Siobhan)
Introductions :
CBDAC Members
Ridgewood Beautification Team (RBT) Members
2026 priorities for CBDAC & potential overlap with RBT initiatives :
Franklin Avenue corridor generally
CBD marketing initiatives
Parking wayfinding
CBDAC and RBT – 2026 Coordination :
Town Garage property
Holiday decorations – snowflakes and kissing balls
Vacant storefronts – general, ordinance
Public Comment
Adjourn
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Village Council Liaison – Pamela Perron
Chamber of Commerce Liaison – Vacant ; Ridge wood Guild Liaison – Niena Jerdee
3 Business /Property Owners – Stacey Tsapatsaris (Vice Chair) , Glenn Carlough, Don Alexband
5 Residents – Stephen Del Percio (Chairperson) , Rebecca Tatlock , CSAC liaison ( vacan cy ), Gary
DiChiara , 1 vacancy
Chie f of Police – Forest Lyons Village Engineer – Chris Rutishauser
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Joint Meeting of Central Business District Advisory Committee ( CBDAC) and Ridgewood
Beautification Team (RBT)
Meeting Minutes
Thursday, January 8 , 202 6 , 8:30 – 10:00 a .m . Via Zoom
Attendees: Stephen Del Percio (Chairperson), Deputy Mayor Pam Perron (Village Council
Liaison), Gary DiChiara, Tom Hillman, Cynthia Halaby, Stacey Tsapatsaris, Niena Jerdee, Robin
Fisher, Jeanne Johnson, Don Alexband, Glenn Carlough, Joan Groome, Council member Siobhan
Winograd, Nancy Brennan Hill
1. Call to Order
The joint meeting of the Central Business District Advisory Committee (CBDAC) and the
Ridgewood Beautification Team (RBT) was called to order at 8:30 a.m.
2. Administrative Updates
Pam Perron provided a series of administrative and Village updates:
The Village Council introduced five housing ordinances as the Village ’s affordable housing
plan. The public hearing is scheduled for January 14 before the Village Council. Several of
these ordinances affect the Central Business District (CBD), including:
o Ordinance 4071, creating an S -1 overlay to allow an assisted living facility at Maple
and Franklin Avenue .
o Ordinance 4073, creating the CR -1 district between Robi n son Lane and Douglas
Place on Chestnut Street, permitting multi -family housing with a 20% affordable
housing requirement.
o Additional ordinances require that any housing built in B -1 and B -2 districts, and
anywhere in Ridgewood more generally, include a 20% affordable housing
set -aside.
The Village Council
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Thu Jan 8, 2026
Green Ridgewood
Finance committee discusses 2025 expenses and the 2026 budget
The Ridgewood Village Hall meeting will approve the December 4th minutes and hear reports from the chair, the village council liaison, and several subcommittees on climate resiliency, resource management, green initiatives, flood and stormwater, student projects, and upcoming festivals. The finance segment will review 2025 expenses and discuss the proposed 2026 budget. Additional items include updates on the Daffodil Festival/Earth Day Fair and a board of education discussion.
- Climate Resiliency Planning Grant/Columbia Recommendations – next steps
- Leaf Blower Strategy, including municipal fleet conversation and S-217
- Energy Audit and Sustainable NJ Grant status
- Economic analysis of plastic versus grass fields
- 2026 Daffodil Festival/Earth Day Fair theme and planning
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✓ Decidido: Council approves $872,860 solid waste contract and reappoints Green Team member
The board approved the December 4 meeting minutes. It authorized a first‑year solid waste disposal contract to a landfill for $872,860. The council reappointed Mark Kaplan to a three‑year term on the Green Team. A public hearing on five Fair Share Housing ordinances is scheduled for Jan. 14.
- Approved December 4 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Authorized first‑year solid waste disposal contract to landfill for $872,860
- Reappointed Mark Kaplan to a three‑year term on the Green Team (expires end of 2028)
- Scheduled public hearing on five Fair Share Housing ordinances for Jan. 14
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GREEN RIDGEWOOD AGENDA
January 8th , 202 6 , 7 :30-9: 30 PM
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, SENIOR LOUNGE
Administration
1. Welcome and Attendee Introductions
2. Approve December 4 h meeting minutes.
Updates/Discussion /Strategy
3. Chair Report , Green Ridgewood h ighlights (David) – 3 minutes
4. Village Council Liaison Report ( Pam ) – 10 minutes
5. Climate Resiliency Planning Grant/Columbia Recommendations- Next Steps (David, all ). -
15 minutes
a. Bergen County Application
b. Activities with other Bergen County Communities and Officials
c. Strategy moving forward
6. Resource Management & Conservation Subco mmittee (Peter) – 15 minutes
a. Leaf Blower Strategy Moving Forward (Peter)
i. Municipal fleet conversation
ii. S-217
iii. A dvocates for Transforming Landscaping (ATL)
b. Food Scraps (Peter )
c. Skip the Stuff and Other Legislation (David)
d. Ridgewood Water (David /Jill )
7. G reen Team Update (Green Team Members) – 5 minutes
8. Resilience, Flooding, Stormwater Subcommittee Activities (Joan) – 10 minutes
a. Parks & Rec joint project
b. Communications with Rutgers
c. Other Key topics
9. Students Update including Student Projects (Julia, Anika, Miles): 1 0 minutes
10. 2026 Daffodil Festival/Earth Day Fair Theme & Planning (All) – 15 minutes
11. Communications – (Justin) – 5 minutes
12. Board of Education Meeting/Discussion (David, Beth, Miles, Bill , Saurabh) – 5 minutes
13. Finance – 2025 Expenses , Discussion of 2026 budget (Jane) – 1 5 minutes
14. Green Building/Sustainabilit
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GREEN RIDGEWOOD MINUTES
January 8, 202 6 , 7:30-9:30 PM
RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, SENIOR LOUNGE
Attendees: Green Ridgewood: David Refkin – Chair ; Justin Manger , Vi ce chair; Joan Hubertus,
Bill Armbruster, Peter Jerdee, Jane Rouse, Pam Perron – Village Council liaison, Vicky Van
Dyke – Parks & Recreation liaison, Miles Luo - RHS staff, Anika Mukkatira -- Student liaison.
Green Team: Joe Ferrante, Geri Atwood, Sean Elliott, Manpreet Tyagi; Julia Grant – Student
liaison
Guests: Gia Battaglia and Devyn Letscher (student guests); Robert Zeller , R ichard Krauser;
Carolyn Jacoby.
Administration
1. Welcome and Attendee Introductions
2. We a pprove d the December 4 h meeting minutes.
Updates/Discussion/Strategy
3. Chair Report, Green Ridgewood highlights (David)
The a pplication filed by Bergen County on behalf of six communities including
Ridgewood was denied. David and Pam just prior to the meeting received an explanation
from DEP – see #5 below .
We have major aspirations for this year.
4. Village Council Liaison Report (Pam)
January is radon action month.
Ridgewood Water just entered into a 2-year contract for PFAS lab work (with Pace
Analytical). We hope by the end of two years to have the ability to do it on our own.
Council just authorized a first-year contract for solid waste disposal to landfill for
$872,860 (for an estimated 9,500 tons with I.W.S. Transfer)
Mark Kaplan was reappointed to a three-year term on the Green Team. It will expire at
the end of 2
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Wed Jan 7, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Ridgewood Village Council to discuss water infrastructure and 2026 budget appropriations
The Village Council will discuss awarding multiple contracts for Ridgewood Water, including PFAS treatment and water main replacements. The body will also review 2026 temporary budget appropriations and various fee amendments for village facilities.
- Award contracts for PFAS treatment facilities and water main replacements from West Glen Booster Station to Glen Water Tank
- Authorize 2026 Temporary Budget Appropriations for General, Water Utility, and Parking Utility budgets
- Amend Chapter 145 fees for Day Camp, Graydon Pool, Tennis, Pickleball, and park rentals
- Rescind Park and Ride Ordinance
- Establish a stop sign at the entrance driveway to the Recycling Center
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✓ Decidido: Village Council held regular work session with no formal decisions
The council met to hear public comments, receive reports on staffing changes, upcoming events, and community initiatives. No motions were voted on or formal actions approved during the session.
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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
JANUARY 7, 2026
7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act
Mayor: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin
board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by submission
to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and
time of this meeting.”
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person - 40 Minutes in Total)
6. Village Manager’s Report
7. Village Council Reports
8. Discussion:
a. Ridgewood Water
1. Award Contract – Servicing and Repair of Potable Water Wells and Pumping
Facilities
2. Award Contract – HVAC Maintenance and Repair –
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Village Council Regular Public Work Session
January 7, 2026
A REGULAR PUBLIC WORK SESSION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURT
ROOM OF THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE,
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY, ON JANUARY 7, 2026 AT 7:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG
SALUTE
Mayor Vagianos called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and read the Statement of Compliance
with the Open Public Meetings Act. At roll call, the following were present: Councilmembers
Mortimer, Perron, Weitz, Winograd, and Mayor Vagianos. Also present were Keith Kazmark,
Village Manager; Heather Mailander, Village Clerk; and Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney.
Mayor Vagianos led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Mayor Vagianos welcomed Boy Scout Troop 7, who attended to observe the workings of local
government. Mayor Vagianos expressed hope that some of the scouts would serve as members of
the Village Council in the future.
Mayor Vagianos called for a moment of silence to honor Tony Damiano, a longtime member of
the Ridgewood community who recently passed away during the holidays. Mr. Damiano was the
Director of the Ridgewood Guild, owner of Mango Jam for 20 years, and a tireless advocate for
the betterment of the community. The Village Council recently presented him with the first-ever
“Key to the Village” plaque.
2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mayor Vagi
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Wed Jan 7, 2026
Village Council Meeting
Village Council to discuss water lab and reassessment contracts in closed session
The Village Council is holding a special public meeting that includes a closed session. The closed session will cover contract negotiations and the vacation of village property.
- Shared Services Agreement for Ridgewood Water Laboratory Analysis Services
- Reassessment Contract
- Vacation of Village Property regarding a portion of Grandview Circle
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VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING
JANUARY 7, 2026
6:45 P.M.
1. Call to Order - Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
MAYOR: "Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided
by a posting on the bulletin board in Village Hall,
by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by
submission to all persons entitled to same as provided
by law of a schedule including the date and time of
this meeting."
3. Roll Call
4. Comments from the Public
5. Resolution to go into Closed Session
6. Closed Session
A. Contract Negotiations – Shared Services Agreement for
Ridgewood Water Laboratory Analysis Services;
Reassessment Contract
B. Vacation of Village Property – Portion of Grandview
Circle
7. Adjournment
Tue Jan 6, 2026
Planning Board
Planning Board to reorganize and review four zoning ordinances
The Ridgewood Planning Board will reorganize, adopt minutes from October 2025, and review four proposed ordinances to amend zoning standards for senior housing, townhouses, mixed-use districts, and affordable housing set-asides.
- Reorganization of Planning Board (officers, attorney, committees)
- Review of Ordinance #4071 to establish S-1 Senior Overlay Zone
- Review of Ordinance #4072 to establish TO-1 Townhouse Overlay District
- Review of Ordinance #4073 to establish C-R-1 Commercial-Residential District
- Review of Ordinance #4074 to modify B-1 and B-2 district standards
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✓ Decidido: Planning Board recommends approval of five land‑use ordinances
The Ridgewood Planning Board elected Richard Joel as Chairman and Michael Stern as Vice Chairman, appointed the Mecca Law Firm as Board attorneys, and named Elizabeth McManus as the municipal planning consultant for affordable housing. The Board reaffirmed its By‑Laws and adopted a resolution complying with the Open Public Meetings Act. After reviewing Ordinances #4071‑#4075 and hearing public comments, the Board voted to recommend that the Village Council approve the five ordinances.
- Elected Richard Joel as Chairman
- Elected Michael Stern as Vice Chairman
- Appointed Mecca Law Firm attorneys Joseph Mecca, Jr. and Christopher Martin as Board attorneys
- Appointed Elizabeth McManus (Kyle + McManus Associates) as Municipal Planning Consultant for Affordable Housing (2026)
- Reaffirmed adoption of the Board’s By‑Laws
- Adopted resolution confirming compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act
- Recommended approval of five land‑use ordinances (#4071‑#4075) as consistent with the Master Plan
- Adopted minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting
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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
PLANNING BOARD
131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE PHONE: (201) 670-5500 x 2240
RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07450
PLANNING BOARD REORGANIZATION &
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE/AGENDA
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Village Hall Court Room - 7:30 P.M.
(all timeframes and the order of agenda items below are approximate and subject to change)
1. 7:30 p.m. - Call to Order, Statement of Compliance, Flag Salute, Roll Call - In accordance with the provisions of
Section 10:4-8d of the Open Public Meetings Act, the date, location, and time of the commencement of this
meeting is reflected in a meeting notice, a copy of which schedule has been filed with the Village Manager and
the Village Clerk, The Ridgewood News and The Record newspapers, and posted on the bulletin board in the
entry lobby of the Village municipal offices at 131 North Maple Avenue , and on the Village website , all in
accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act.
2. 7:35 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Reorganization of Planning Board
Swearing of Board Members
Election of Officers
Appointment of Board Attorney
Selection of Experts
Appointment of Board Committees and Designees
Resolution re: Open Public Meetings Act and Annual Meeting Schedule
3. 8:00 p.m. – 8:05 p.m. – Public Comments on Topics not Pending Before the Board
4. 8:05 p.m. – 8:10 p.m. – Committee/Commission/Professional Updates for Non Agenda Topics;
Correspondence Received by the Board
5. 8:05
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Ridgewood Planning Board
Reorganization and Regular Public Meeting
January 6, 2026
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The following minutes are a summary of the Planning Board meeting of January 6, 2026.
Interested parties may request an audio recording of the meeting from the Board
Secretary for a fee.
Call to Order & Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act: Joseph Mecca,
Esq., called the meeting to order at 7:34 p.m.
Reorganization of Planning Board
Administration of Oaths of Office to New Members and/or Reappointments – Joseph Mecca
administered the Oath of Office to John Young, Class II Memb er; Deputy Mayor Perron, Class III
Member; David Refkin, Class IV Member, and Reese Campbell, Class IV Member.
Roll Call – The following members were present: Rob Willis, John Young, Deputy Mayor Perron,
Richard Joel, Fran Barto, Jim Van Goor, Michael St ern, David Refkin, Reese Campbell, Elizabet
Timofeeva and Sammy Thomas. Also present were Joseph Mecca, Esq., Board Attorney and Jane
Wondergem, Board Secretary.
Election of Officers
Chairman – Richard Joel was nominated and elected as Chairman.
Vice Chairman – Michael Stern was nominated and elected as Vice Chairman.
Board Attorney – Appointment and resolution of the Mecca Law Firm, attorneys Joseph Mecca,
Jr. and Christopher Martin, as the Planning Board Attorneys.
Municipal Planning Consultant for Affordable Housing – Appointment and resolution of Elizabeth
McManus, of Kyle + McManus Associates, as
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