Woodbridge, New Jersey

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to approve minutes from the July 8, 2026 meeting and adopt a resolution for 14 Water Street, LLC. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a request for an extension of time for a project at 734 Green Street.

• Resolution adoption for 14 Water Street, LLC (P26-09)
• Public hearing for Minor Site Plan and Bulk Variances #P24-16 at 734 Green Street, Iselin

Council

Council

Council

The council will consider several liquor‑license transfer and corporate‑structure applications, including transfers to Xperience Hospitality Group, Saffron Social, Delta Hotels by Marriott, and others. It will also address street closings for special events, upcoming elections, and a best‑practices inventory. Additional agenda items list community programs and projects for discussion.

• Liquor license transfer from Anais Lounge Center (t/a Anais Lounge) to Xperience Hospitality Group II, t/a X Hale, 85 Lafayette Rd., Fords
• Liquor license transfer to Saffron Social, LLC, t/a Social By Dhaba Woodbridge, 401 Gill Ln., Iselin
• Liquor license transfer to Delta Hotels by Marriott Woodbridge, Rt. 1 South, Iselin
• Change of corporate structure for Apple Food Service (Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill), 251 Woodbridge Center Dr., Woodbridge
• Street closings for special events such as block parties, street fairs, and carnivals

Council

The Woodbridge Council will hold a second reading of an ordinance that would dissolve Keasbey Fire District Number Four and expand Ford's Fire District Number Seven, as authorized by New Jersey statutes. The council will vote on whether to adopt the ordinance at this special meeting.

• Second reading of ordinance to dissolve Keasbey Fire District No. 4
• Expansion of Ford's Fire District No. 7
• Reference to N.J.S.A. 40A:5A-20 and N.J.S.A. 40A:14-90

Zoning Board of Adjustment

El Zoning Board of Adjustment celebrará una audiencia pública sobre un plan menor de sitio, una subdivisión menor y variaciones de uso y volumen para un lote de 99,271 pies cuadrados en 52 Clyde Avenue en Hopelawn. El solicitante busca dividir la propiedad en dos lotes, uno que retenga el edificio existente y el estacionamiento, sin planes de desarrollo propuestos en este momento.

• Subdivisión del lote de 99,271 pies cuadrados en dos lotes: 29,572 pies cuadrados (Lote 1.01) y 69,699 pies cuadrados (Lote 1.02)
• El edificio existente y el estacionamiento permanecerán en el Lote 1.02
• Audiencia pública para variaciones de uso y volumen

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta considerará un plan de sitio menor y variaciones de uso/volumen para The Arches at Sewaren, LLC. La propuesta implica la construcción de dos edificios de apartamentos de dos pisos que contienen un total de 27 unidades residenciales, incluyendo viviendas asequibles.

• Plan de Sitio Menor/Variaciones de Uso y Volumen #Z25-44: 551 & 555 West Avenue, Sewaren
• Construcción de dos edificios de apartamentos de dos pisos (14 unidades y 13 unidades)
• Viviendas asequibles incluidas en el proyecto residencial

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una subdivisión menor y variaciones de volumen en 14 Water Street, Colonia, proponiendo demoler una vivienda existente y construir dos nuevas viviendas de 4 dormitorios. La junta también recibirá presentaciones sobre áreas de estudio de reurbanización sin condena para múltiples propiedades en Iselin y Woodbridge. También está en la agenda la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior.

• Audiencia pública para subdivisión menor y variaciones de volumen en 14 Water Street, Colonia (Block 468.10, Lots 2094 & 2095) — el solicitante propone dos viviendas de 4 dormitorios.
• Presentaciones de investigación de reurbanización para 8 propiedades en Oak Tree Rd., Hillcrest Ave. y LaGuardia Ave. en Iselin (Block 442.16).
• Presentaciones de investigación de reurbanización para 6 propiedades en Woodbridge Center Dr. en Woodbridge (Block 280).
• Presentación de investigación de reurbanización para 70 Wood Ave. South, Iselin (Block 356.02 Lot 15).
• Presentación de investigación de reurbanización para 2 Amboy Ave., Woodbridge (Block 524 Lot 1).

Council

Esta es una sesión de discusión para los ítems que se votarán el 21 de julio. Los ítems incluyen una resolución sobre pagos excesivos de impuestos y alcantarillas, ordenanzas de enmiendas de tráfico, un reembolso del fondo de revisión del desarrollador y una enmienda a la ordenanza de tarifas de descubrimiento.

• Resolución sobre Pagos Excesivos de Impuestos y Alcantarillas
• Ordenanzas de Enmiendas de Tráfico (presentadas por la Policía)
• Resolución de Reembolso del Fondo de Revisión del Desarrollador
• Enmienda a la Ordenanza de Tarifas de Descubrimiento (presentada por Legal)

Council

La reunión del Consejo del Municipio de Woodbridge el 7 de julio de 2026, consta mayormente de informes de los miembros del consejo sobre eventos comunitarios, proyectos e iniciativas en curso. La Secretaria Municipal presentará varias transferencias y renovaciones de licencias de licor, cierres de calles para eventos especiales y asuntos electorales. No hay ordenanzas mayores ni artículos del presupuesto en la agenda.

• Transferencia de persona a persona de la licencia de licor #1225-33-024-013 de Anais Lounge a Xperience Hospitality Group II en 85 Lafayette Rd., Fords
• Transferencia de persona a persona de la licencia de licor #1225-33-101-010 de G.M.R.I. a Social By Dhaba Woodbridge en 401 Gill Ln., Iselin
• Transferencia de persona a persona y de lugar a lugar de la licencia de licor #1225-33-061-010 de Havyah y Lehar Holdings a Woodbridge Liquor LLC en 360 Fulton St.
• Reaplicación de líneas en Main St. en Amboy Ave.
• Auditoría de seguridad vial en Oak Tree Road

Council

The Woodbridge Council will hold public hearings on several traffic ordinances and vote on first reading of an affordable housing ordinance that eliminates payment-in-lieu-of-construction provisions and addresses fractional affordable housing obligations. The agenda also includes resolutions to reappoint special police officers, authorize a Pakistan Day Parade, approve contracts for affordable housing administrative services (up to $140,000), emergency purchase of a sanitation truck (up to $220,000), and environmental services for Up Smiths Creek redevelopment (up to $171,500), among other items.

• Ordinance amending land use and development code to eliminate payment-in-lieu-of-construction provisions and establish rules for fractional affordable housing obligations
• Emergency purchase of a refurbished 2017 front load sanitation truck from American Hose & Hydraulics for up to $220,000
• Contract with Community Grants, Planning & Housing for affordable housing professional administrative agent services up to $140,000 for July 2026–June 2027
• Memorandum of Understanding with Raritan Bay Area YMCA
• Resolution requesting sidewalk installation waiver for 40 Chain O'Hills Road, Iselin (Block 391.02, Lot 120.02)

Council

El Consejo celebrará la primera lectura de una ordenanza para disolver el Distrito de Bomberos Keasbey Número Cuatro y expandir el Distrito de Bomberos Fords Número Siete. El cuerpo también abordará las asignaciones presupuestarias para el año fiscal 2026/2027 y la renovación de licencias.

• Ordenanza para disolver el Distrito de Bomberos Keasbey Número Cuatro y expandir el Distrito de Bomberos Fords Número Siete
• Apropiaciones Temporales para el Presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2026/2027 y el Servicio de la Deuda
• Cancelación de Saldos de Subvenciones: Apropiación $418,669.79 y por Cobrar $615,810.84
• Cancelación de cheques pendientes por un total de $84,903.50
• Renovación de las licencias de Club, Consumo Retail Plenario y Distribución Retail Plenario

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Woodbridge revisará varias audiencias públicas para solicitudes de variación masiva, incluyendo propuestas para construir nuevas viviendas y adiciones en varias direcciones. La junta también aprobará las actas de una reunión anterior.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión ordinaria del 11 de junio de 2026
• Audiencia pública: 70 Edgewood Avenue, Colonia (gazebo y patio)
• Audiencia pública: 181 Cutter Avenue, Fords (nueva vivienda unifamiliar)
• Audiencia pública: 447 Florida Grove Road, Hopelawn (patio de concreto y entrada para vehículos)
• Audiencia pública: 30 Park Avenue, Iselin (ampliación y modificaciones)

Public Library

La Junta de Síndicos de la Biblioteca Pública de Woodbridge votará varias resoluciones, incluyendo el presupuesto del FY27, el nombramiento de un auditor para FY2025-2026 y la aprobación de un abogado laboral. La junta también considerará nuevas políticas para materiales controversiales y desarrollo de colecciones, además de una enmienda al presupuesto actual del FY26. La reunión incluye informes del director, del grupo de Amigos y de los miembros de la junta, seguidos de comentarios públicos.

• Resolución 06-2026.11: Aprobar el presupuesto del FY27
• Resolución 06-2026.09: Aprobar el auditor para FY 2025-2026
• Resolución 06-2026.12: Aprobar la política de materiales controversiales
• Resolución 06-2026.13: Aprobar la política de desarrollo de colecciones de WPL
• Resolución 06-2026.14: Aprobar enmienda al presupuesto del FY2026

The Woodbridge Public Library Board approved a resolution to appoint a new attorney and amended the 2026 budget to increase spending on utilities, salaries, and retirement. The board also approved personnel changes and a bill list totaling $119,186.42.

• Appointed Rainone, Coughlin, Minchello, LLC as Library Board Attorney ($4,000 limit)
• Approved budget amendment increasing electric, water, and salary appropriations
• Approved promotion of Julia Brys to Senior Library Assistant ($20.94/hr)
• Approved status change for Kimberley Velez to full-time ($38,127 annual)
• Approved bill list totaling $119,186.42
• Approved minutes from the April 23, 2026 meeting

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Woodbridge considerará una resolución para investigar si dos propiedades en la sección de Iselin (Block 356, Lots 2.02 y 2.03) deben ser designadas como un área con necesidad de redesarrollo. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 20 de mayo. Este punto surge de una solicitud del concejo municipal y podría conducir a futuros planes de redesarrollo.

• Resolución para investigar la designación de redesarrollo para Block 356, Lot 2.02 y Block 356, Lot 2.03 en Iselin
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión regular del 20 de mayo de 2026
• Adopción tentativa de la resolución P26-12 para Federal Business Centers, Inc. (otorgada el 20 de mayo)

Council

El concejo votará sobre ordenanzas de segunda lectura que incluyen la revocación de una orden de expropiación anterior para 77 Queen Road y la concesión de una servidumbre de servicios públicos a Fulton Street Urban Renewal LLC. Las ordenanzas de primera lectura eliminarían algunos espacios de estacionamiento para discapacitados y agregarían prohibiciones de giro. Entre docenas de resoluciones, el concejo aprobará una recaudación fiscal preliminar de $111,641,077 para 2026, aceptará una subvención Natural Climate Solutions Green Carbon Grant de $1,063,528.60 del NJDEP, y autorizará varios contratos para parques infantiles, vehículos y servicios de ingeniería.

• Recaudación fiscal preliminar de $111,641,077 para el año calendario 2026 (Resolución 8)
• Ordenanza para revocar la adquisición (por compra o expropiación) de 77 Queen Road (Block 404.07, Lot 17)
• Aceptación de una subvención Natural Climate Solutions Green Carbon Grant de $1,063,528.60 del NJDEP (Resolución 19)
• Acuerdos para mejoras en el Pirate Ship Playground en Sewaren: $53,993.12 para equipamiento y $60,390 para repavimentación (Resoluciones 25, 26)
• Autorización de $302,604 para dos chasis de volquete de un solo eje y $263,950 para dos carrocerías de camión volquete para Roads and Parks (Resoluciones 30, 31)

Council

Esta es una agenda de sesión de trabajo para el 23 de junio de 2026, con acción programada para el 7 de julio de 2026. El concejo discutirá dos resoluciones nombradas: una Resolución para Veteranos Discapacitados al 100% y una Resolución de Reembolso de Permisos de Estacionamiento. Otros elementos departamentales se enumeran sin detalles específicos.

• Resolución para Veteranos Discapacitados al 100%
• Resolución de Reembolso de Permisos de Estacionamiento

Council

El Concejo Municipal de Woodbridge discutirá una amplia gama de proyectos y eventos comunitarios, incluyendo reurbanización, mejoras viales y programas juveniles. El secretario municipal presentará cuatro transferencias de licencias de licor para revisión del concejo. No se enumeran ordenanzas ni resoluciones formales en esta agenda, que consiste principalmente en informes de los miembros del concejo.

• Cuatro transferencias de licencias de licor: Anais Lounge a X Hale (85 Lafayette Rd., Fords), G.M.R.I. a Saffron Social (401 Gill Ln., Iselin), Highgate Hotels a Delta Hotels (Rt. 1 So., Iselin), Havyah and Lehar a Woodbridge Liquor (360 Fulton St., Woodbridge)
• Se discutió la reurbanización de la Ruta 1 y la Reurbanización de Cloverleaf
• Repintado de marcas viales en Main St. y Amboy Ave.
• Auditoría de Seguridad Vial para Oak Tree Road
• Inspecciones en hoteles/moteles

The provided minutes consist of a list of council members' areas of responsibility and pending liquor license applications. No votes were taken and no official actions were decided.

Council

The Municipal Council adopted ordinances regarding traffic turn prohibitions and handicap parking. The body also approved several professional service contracts and emergency equipment purchases.

• Agreement with American Hose & Hydraulics for a refurbished 2017 front load sanitation truck not to exceed $220,000.00
• Agreement with Community Grants, Planning & Housing for affordable housing administrative services not to exceed $140,000.00
• Bid for Craig’s Plumbing and Heating for portable toilet rental and cleaning not to exceed $200,000.00
• Agreement with T&M Associates for environmental engineering services for Up Smiths Creek redevelopment not to exceed $171,500
• First reading of an ordinance to eliminate certain payment-in-lieu-of-construction provisions for affordable housing

The council unanimously adopted two traffic ordinances (removing handicap parking on several streets and adding turn prohibitions), introduced three first-reading ordinances including one that replaces payment-in-lieu-of-construction with fractional obligations for affordable housing, and approved 17 consent resolutions covering reappointments, permits, contracts, and budget transfers. Public comments raised concerns about a Main Street property and YMCA grant details.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-44 deleting handicap parking on Walter Drive, Oakland Avenue, Piper Avenue, Oak Street, and Greenbrook Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-45 adding turn prohibitions at Chain O’Hills Road, Walgreens (1303 St. Georges Avenue), and Avenel Street (unanimous)
• Introduced first-reading ordinance amending Chapter 150 Land Use to eliminate payment-in-lieu-of-construction and address fractional affordable housing obligations (public hearing July 21)
• Approved reappointment of seven special police officers for term ending Dec 31, 2026
• Approved $140,000 agreement with Community Grants, Planning & Housing for affordable housing administrative agent services
• Approved $220,000 emergency purchase of refurbished 2017 front load sanitation truck from American Hose & Hydraulics
• Approved $200,000 contract with Craig’s Plumbing and Heating for portable toilet rental and cleaning
• Approved $171,500 environmental engineering services agreement with T&M Associates for Up Smiths Creek redevelopment

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Woodbridge llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre tres solicitudes: una nueva vivienda unifamiliar en 133 Creemer Avenue, una piscina enterrada y patio en 107 Green Street, y una casa de culto en 400 Green Street. La solicitud de casa de culto (Z25-22) ha sido aplazada múltiples veces desde septiembre de 2025. La junta también aprobará las actas del 21 de mayo de 2026.

• Audiencia pública sobre plano de sitio menor/uso y variaciones de volumen para una casa de culto en 400 Green Street (World Liberation Ministries Inc.)
• Audiencia pública sobre variaciones de volumen para una nueva vivienda unifamiliar en 133 Creemer Avenue (Sukhwinder Singh)
• Audiencia pública sobre variaciones de volumen para una piscina enterrada y patio en 107 Green Street (Gary & Lori Palladino)
• Varias otras audiencias aplazadas hasta el 25 de junio o 23 de julio de 2026

Planning Board

La reunión de la Junta de Planificación originalmente programada para el 10 de junio de 2026 a las 6:00 P.M. ha sido cancelada. No se lista ningún otro asunto en la agenda.

Council

El Concejo votará sobre varios contratos de alto valor para infraestructura y seguridad pública. También están revisando ordenanzas relacionadas con el estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad y la rescisión de una adquisición de propiedad en 77 Queen Road.

• Licitación para el Programa de Fresado y Repavimentación 2026 con P&A Construction Inc. por $5,102,775.00
• Contrato para Cámaras Corporales con Axon Enterprises, Inc. por $1,836,490.19
• Acuerdo con PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP para servicios de contabilidad que no excedan los $295,000.00
• Instalación de sistema de vigilancia en el Department of Public Works por $217,637.57
• Ordenanza para rescindir la adquisición de la propiedad inmobiliaria en 77 Queen Road

Council

El Concejo discutirá diversas resoluciones administrativas y propuestas de ingeniería durante la sesión de trabajo del 9 de junio. La acción sobre estos puntos está programada para la reunión del 23 de junio.

• Mejoras de la intersección en Barron Ave./Freeman St. ($101,800.00)
• Mantenimiento del Mapa Fiscal Digital/Revisión MOD-IV y Soporte GIS ($50,580.00)
• Resolución de Pagos Excedentes de Impuestos y Alcantarillado
• Resolución para Veteranos 100% Discapacitados
• Enmiendas a la Ordenanza de Tráfico

Council

El Concejo de Woodbridge Township llevó a cabo una reunión regular el 9 de junio de 2026, adoptando ordenanzas y resoluciones sobre diversos asuntos operativos y financieros. Las acciones principales incluyeron la aprobación de un contrato de $1.8 millones para cámaras corporales con Axon Enterprises, una licitación de $5.1 millones para la resurfacing de carreteras y una transferencia de $4.77 millones al fondo fiduciario de vivienda asequible. El concejo también mantuvo un período de comentarios públicos.

• Aprobó el contrato de cámaras corporales con Axon Enterprises, Inc. por $1,836,490.19 durante 63 meses
• Adjudicó la licitación de $5,102,775 a P&A Construction Inc. para el 2026 Milling & Resurfacing Program
• Autorizó la transferencia ajustada de $4,772,000 del Affordable Housing Trust Fund a Raritan Bay Area YMCA para el Sunrise Village Project
• Enmendó el arrendamiento de vehículos policiales para reflejar un pago total de $1,216,635
• Aprobó el contrato de $56,000 para un espectáculo de drones con Pyrotecnico Fireworks Inc. para la celebración del 250 aniversario de Estados Unidos

Council

El Concejo de Woodbridge considerará transferencias de persona a persona de licencias de licor para tres establecimientos: de Anais Lounge a X Hale, una licencia de bolsillo a Saffron Social, y de Highgate Hotels a Delta Hotels. Los miembros del Concejo también informarán sobre iniciativas específicas de los distritos, eventos y proyectos de redesarrollo.

• Transferencia de persona a persona de la licencia de licor #1225-33-024-013 de Anais Lounge a X Hale en 85 Lafayette Rd., Fords
• Transferencia de persona a persona de la licencia de licor #1225-33-101-010 (pocket) a Saffron Social en 401 Gill Ln., Iselin
• Transferencia de persona a persona de la licencia de licor #1225-36-106-009 de Highgate Hotels a Delta Hotels by Marriott Woodbridge, Rt. 1 So., Iselin
• Repintado de rayas en Main St. y Amboy Ave. (Downtown Woodbridge)
• Proyectos de redesarrollo de Route 1 y redesarrollo de Cloverleaf

The Woodbridge Township Council held a meeting on June 9, 2026, but the minutes contain only reports from council members and the municipal clerk on various projects and community events. No formal motions, votes, or approvals were recorded.

Public Library

Los Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca Pública Gratuita de Woodbridge se reunirán para revisar informes y realizar nuevos negocios. La junta está programada para votar sobre el nombramiento de asesor legal y un presupuesto enmendado para el año fiscal 2026.

• Resolución 05-2026.06: Aprobar a Rainone, Coughlin, Minchello, LLC como Abogado de la Junta de la Biblioteca
• Resolución 05-2026.07: Aprobar el Presupuesto Enmendado del Año Fiscal 2026
• Aprobación de facturas
• Asuntos de personal

The Woodbridge Public Library Board of Trustees unanimously accepted the FY 2024-2025 audit from PKF O'Connor Davies and approved a new Circulation Policy. The board also approved personnel changes, including the appointment of a part-time Library Page and acceptance of two resignations. A bill list totaling $70,230.74 was approved. The meeting included updates on a new food waste recycling program at Henry Inman Library, HVAC repairs affecting the Main Library's ground floor, and upcoming community events.

• Accepted FY 2024-2025 audit (Resolution 04-2026.04) — unanimous
• Approved new Circulation Policy (Resolution 04-2026.05) — unanimous
• Appointed Brooklyn Manvell as Library Page, 6 hrs/week at $15.92/hr — unanimous
• Accepted resignation of Lisa Bruckman, Librarian 2, effective 04/26/2026
• Accepted resignation of Sarah Kulick, Senior Library Assistant, effective 05/03/2026
• Approved bill list of $70,230.74 — unanimous
• Approved minutes from March 26, 2026 meeting — unanimous

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una propuesta para construir dos edificios de apartamentos en Sewaren. La junta también considerará resoluciones para solicitudes anteriores y una variación para una piscina residencial.

• Propuesta para dos edificios de apartamentos (14 y 13 unidades) que incluyen viviendas asequibles en 551 & 555 West Avenue (#Z25-44)
• Solicitud de variación de volumen para una piscina enterrada y patio de concreto en 107 Green Street (#Z26-11)
• Resolución para Luisa Gabrielle #Z26-02 (Concedida el 5/7/26)
• Resolución para Jose Angel Nazario & Jennifer Zingaropoli #Z26-08 (Concedida el 5/7/26)
• Resolución para Mery Vinas #Z26-14 (Denegada el 4/9/26)

Council

El Consejo Municipal adoptó ordenanzas relativas a la adquisición de propiedades abandonadas y a los estándares de instalaciones inalámbricas. El cuerpo también aprobó varios contratos de infraestructura y una transferencia significativa de fondos para vivienda asequible.

• Transferencia de 3.788.000,00 dólares del Fondo de Vivienda Asequible al YMCA del Área Raritan Bay para el proyecto Sunrise Village
• Oferta de 591.030,00 dólares a The Ambient Group LLC para la excavación de suelo en la antigua planta de tratamiento de Sewaren
• Oferta de 215.100,00 dólares a Traffic Safety Service LLC para la fabricación de señales de nombre de calle personalizadas
• Ordenanza que autoriza la adquisición de propiedades abandonadas en 73 Main Street mediante expropiación
• Acuerdo con CME Associates para el programa de nivelación y reasfaltado de 2027 por un monto no superior a 496.523,00 dólares

The Woodbridge Council adopted three ordinances on second reading, including an eminent domain for 73 Main Street and standards for fiber/wireless facilities in rights-of-way. It also approved a consent agenda of 26 resolutions, notably a $3.788M transfer from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to the Raritan Bay Area YMCA for the Sunrise Village Project. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the bill list. First reading was given to two traffic ordinances.

• Adopted ordinance authorizing eminent domain for abandoned property at 73 Main Street (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance establishing standards for fiber and small wireless facilities in public rights-of-way (unanimous)
• Approved $3,788,000 transfer from Affordable Housing Trust Fund to YMCA for Sunrise Village Project (unanimous)
• Awarded $591,030 bid to The Ambient Group LLC for remedial soil excavation at former Sewaren Treatment Plant (unanimous)
• Awarded $496,523 agreement to CME Associates for 2027 milling and resurfacing program (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license transfer from Jersey Boys Pizza Bar & Grill LLC to Mayanj Associates LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized emergency sanitary sewer repairs on Auth Avenue ($30,000) and Block Avenue/Star Street ($50,000) in Iselin (unanimous)
• Authorized grant application to NJDOT for Lake Avenue Roadway Improvement (unanimous)

Council

El Concejo votará varias ordenanzas, incluida la adquisición de 73 Main Street mediante dominio eminente y nuevas normas para instalaciones de fibra e inalámbricas. El cuerpo también revisa múltiples contratos de construcción y seguridad, y una solicitud de subvención para mejoras en el camino de Lake Avenue.

• Transferencia de $3,788,000.00 del Fondo Fiduciario de Vivienda Asequible a la YMCA del Área de la Bahía de Raritan para el Proyecto Sunrise Village
• Licitación para Excavación de Suelo Correctivo en la antigua Planta de Tratamiento de Sewaren con The Ambient Group LLC por $591,030.00
• Acuerdo con CME Associates para el Programa de Fresado y Recapado de 2027 por $496,523.00
• Ordenanza para autorizar la adquisición de 73 Main Street (Bloque 538, Lote 5) mediante dominio eminente
• Acuerdo con Core BTS, Inc. para el XDR Cisco Network Security Suite que no exceda los $209,715.00

Council

El Concejo de Woodbridge llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo sobre las resoluciones de pagos excesivos de impuestos y alcantarillado. Estos puntos están programados para acción formal durante la reunión del 9 de junio de 2026.

• Resolución de Pagos Excesivos de Impuestos y Alcantarillado

Council

El Consejo del Municipio de Woodbridge se reúne para recibir informes de los miembros del consejo sobre varios proyectos e iniciativas comunitarias. El Oficial del Municipio presenta varias solicitudes de transferencia de licencias de licor para su revisión, incluidas las transferencias a X Hale en Fords y Saffron Social en Iselin. La orden del día también cubre proyectos de reurbanización, mejoras en las carreteras y eventos comunitarios.

• Transferencias de licencias de licor: Anais Lounge a X Hale (85 Lafayette Rd., Fords), G.M.R.I. a Saffron Social (401 Gill Ln., Iselin), Jersey Boys a MayaNJ Associates (licencia de bolsillo) y la expansión de Strickland’s Steakhouse (106 Main St., Woodbridge)
• Re-estriado en Main St. en Amboy Ave.
• Reurbanización de la Ruta 1 y Reurbanización Cloverleaf
• Cierres de calles y eventos especiales (fiestas de cuadra, ferias callejeras, carnavales)
• Carriles bici/caminos y estaciones de carga para vehículos eléctricos

The May 19, 2026 Woodbridge Council meeting consisted of council members presenting their individual priority topics and reports. The Municipal Clerk noted several liquor license transfers are under review. No resolutions, ordinances, or formal votes were recorded; the meeting was procedural and informational only.

• No substantive decisions were made; all items were informational or under review.

Council

El Concejo Municipal de Woodbridge está decidiendo sobre ordenanzas y resoluciones, incluyendo una transferencia de $3,788,000 del Fondo Fiduciario de Vivienda Asequible a la Raritan Bay Area YMCA para el Proyecto Sunrise Village. También están adoptando ordenanzas sobre el dominio eminente para 73 Main Street y regulaciones de fibra/redes inalámbricas pequeñas, y aprobando contratos para el fresado de carreteras ($496,523), excavación de suelo ($591,030) y reparaciones urgentes de alcantarillado. Los comentarios públicos incluyeron preguntas sobre el proyecto de la YMCA y el pavimentado de carreteras.

• Transferencia de $3,788,000 del Fondo Fiduciario de Vivienda Asequible a la Raritan Bay Area YMCA para el Proyecto Sunrise Village (Resolución 23)
• Ordenanza de dominio eminente para adquirir la propiedad abandonada en 73 Main Street (Block 538, Lot 5) (Ordenanza 2026-36)
• Ordenanza que establece procedimientos y estándares para instalaciones de fibra y redes inalámbricas pequeñas en servidumbres de paso públicas (Ordenanza 2026-37)
• Adjudicación de licitación a Ambient Group LLC para la excavación remediadora de suelo en la antigua Planta de Tratamiento de Sewaren ($591,030) (Resolución 11)
• Adjudicación de licitación a CME Associates para el Programa de Fresado y Resurfacing 2027 ($496,523) (Resolución 20)

The council unanimously adopted three ordinances on second reading: adding a stop sign at Vine Street and Summit Avenue, authorizing eminent domain for 73 Main Street, and setting rules for fiber/wireless facilities in rights-of-way. They also passed 26 resolutions, including a $3.788 million transfer from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to the YMCA for the Sunrise Village Project, and awarded contracts for soil excavation ($591,030), street sign fabrication ($215,100), and emergency sewer repairs (up to $80,000). First reading was given to two handicapped parking ordinance amendments, with a public hearing set for June 9, 2026.

• Adopted stop-sign ordinance for Vine Street at Summit Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted eminent domain ordinance for 73 Main Street (unanimous)
• Adopted fiber/small wireless facilities ordinance (unanimous)
• Passed first reading of handicapped parking amendments (public hearing June 9)
• Approved $3,788,000 transfer from Affordable Housing Trust Fund to YMCA for Sunrise Village (Resolution 23)
• Awarded $591,030 contract for remedial soil excavation at former Sewaren Treatment Plant (Resolution 11)
• Awarded $496,523 contract for 2027 milling and resurfacing program (Resolution 20)
• Authorized emergency sanitary sewer repairs up to $80,000 total (Resolutions 14 & 15)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Woodbridge adoptará resoluciones para tres solicitudes previas (denegando una y concediendo dos) y pospondrá una audiencia pública para una casa de culto en 400 Green Street hasta el 25 de junio de 2026. Otras solicitudes de varianza para mejoras residenciales están programadas para futuras reuniones.

• Adoptar resolución denegando la solicitud #Z25-58 de Louis J. y Erika Palmucci
• Adoptar resolución concediendo la solicitud #Z26-10 de Roshni Lalitkumar Patel
• Adoptar resolución concediendo la solicitud #Z26-06 de Adam Investment USA, LLC
• Posponer la audiencia pública para la casa de culto de World Liberation Ministries en 400 Green Street hasta el 25 de junio
• Audiencias públicas programadas para solicitudes de varianza en 447 Florida Grove Road, 247 Wall Street, 191 Oxford Road y 11 Oak Street en fechas futuras

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Woodbridge llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una solicitud de subdivisión menor y varianza de volumen para 25 St. Joseph's Terrace, proponiendo demoler las mejoras existentes y crear dos lotes para viviendas unifamiliares. El punto fue trasladado desde el 8 de abril debido a un aviso defectuoso. La junta también planea adoptar una resolución para el proyecto SEI Keasbey Urban Renewal y aprobar las actas de la reunión del 22 de abril.

• Audiencia pública sobre subdivisión menor y varianzas de volumen para Block 525.03, Lots 98 & 100.02 en 25 St. Joseph's Terrace (Bart Properties, LLC)
• Propuesta para demoler las mejoras existentes y crear dos lotes de 6,080 sq. ft. con una vivienda unifamiliar cada uno
• Adopción de resolución para SEI Keasbey Urban Renewal (P22-10, concedida el 4/22/26)
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión regular del 22 de abril de 2026

Council

El Consejo de Woodbridge aprobó la segunda lectura de tres ordenanzas de tráfico (cruce de stop en Sonora/Hillcrest, estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad en Larch Street, estacionamiento general en 380 Berry/Moore) e introdujo la primera lectura de tres ordenanzas: agregar un cruce de stop en Vine/Summit, autorizar la expropiación por causa de utilidad pública para el Bloque 538, Lote 5 (73 Main Street) y establecer reglas para fibra y pequeñas instalaciones inalámbricas en la vía pública. El Consejo también adoptó 25 resoluciones de consentimiento, incluido un contrato de estacionamiento de $936,663, un acuerdo de energía de PSE&G de $2,253,038 y la compra de vehículos policiales.

• Adquisición por expropiación por causa de utilidad pública de propiedad abandonada en 73 Main Street (Bloque 538, Lote 5)
• Nueva ordenanza que establece procedimientos para fibra y pequeñas instalaciones inalámbricas en la vía pública
• Contrato con Crossroads Paving, Co. para mejoras del estacionamiento del WHS ($936,663)
• Acuerdo modificado del Programa de Instalación Directa de PSE&G ($2,253,038)
• Compra de dos vehículos policiales: un 2026 Ford Bronco Sport ($45,686) y un 2026 Ford Interceptor ($49,816)

The Council adopted several traffic-related ordinances regarding stop intersections and parking. Additionally, the Council approved numerous resolutions including a $936,663 paving project and multiple vehicle purchases for the police department.

• Approved April 21, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinances for stop intersections at Sonora Avenue/Hillcrest Avenue and parking at 380 Berry Street/Moore Avenue (unanimous)
• Passed first reading of ordinances regarding Vine Street/Summit Avenue, property acquisition at 73 Main Street, and fiber deployment standards (unanimous)
• Authorized $936,663.00 for Crossroads Paving, Co. WHS Parking Lot project
• Approved $55,997.83 change order for P & A Construction milling and resurfacing
• Authorized $66,370.19 agreement with Dell Marketing L.P.
• Approved $24,300.00 agreement with Edmunds GovTech
• Authorized $14,382.04 IBM Inc. license purchase

Council

El Concejo Municipal se reunirá para discutir varios proyectos específicos de distritos e iniciativas comunitarias. La agenda incluye la revisión de tres solicitudes específicas de transferencia de licencias de licor.

• Transferencia de licencia de licor de Anais Lounge Center Jersey, LLC a Xperience Hospitality Group II, Inc. (85 Lafayette Rd., Fords)
• Transferencia de licencia de licor de G.M.R.I. a Social By Dhaba Woodbridge, LLC (401 Gill Ln., Iselin)
• Transferencia de licencia de licor de Jersey Boys Pizza Bar & Grill LLC a MayaNJ Associates LLC
• Re-pintado de marcas viales en Main St. en Amboy Ave.
• Auditoría de seguridad vial para Oak Tree Road

The Woodbridge Township Council meeting on May 5, 2026, consisted entirely of council members listing community events, projects, and ongoing initiatives in their respective wards and at-large portfolios. No motions were made, no votes were taken, and no official decisions were recorded. The meeting was purely informational and procedural.

Council

El Concejo llevará a cabo votaciones de segunda lectura para agregar una intersección de parada, estacionamiento para discapacitados y estacionamiento general. Las ordenanzas de primera lectura incluyen autorizar la expropiación forzosa de una propiedad abandonada en 73 Main Street y establecer reglas para las instalaciones de fibra óptica y pequeñas estaciones inalámbricas en las vías públicas. Las resoluciones cubren fiestas de barrio, eventos del departamento de bomberos, una feria de salud mental y varios contratos, incluida una oferta de $936,663 para mejoras en el estacionamiento de la escuela secundaria Woodbridge y una orden de cambio de $55,997.83 para el recapeo de carreteras. También están en la agenda transferencias presupuestarias y reembolsos de impuestos.

• Ordenanza que autoriza la adquisición por expropiación forzosa de 73 Main Street (Bloque 538, Lote 5)
• Ordenanza que establece procedimientos y estándares para instalaciones de fibra óptica y pequeñas estaciones inalámbricas en vías públicas
• Oferta de Crossroads Paving, Co. para mejoras en el estacionamiento y circulación de WHS - $936,663.00
• Orden de cambio n.º 2 para el programa de fresado y recapeo 2025 - $55,997.83
• Acuerdo modificado con PSE&G para el programa de instalación directa por un monto que no exceda los $2,253,038.14

Council

El Concejo llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo para discutir diversas solicitudes administrativas, incluyendo mejoras viales y contratos de servicios profesionales. Los puntos discutidos el 5 de mayo están programados para acción el 19 de mayo.

• Programa de Fresado y Reasfaltado de 2027: $496,523.00
• Propuesta de Mott MacDonald, LLC para Servicios de Remediación LSRP de Cliff Road: $57,500.00
• Solicitud de subvención y contrato del NJDOT para el Proyecto de Mejora de la Calzada de Lake Avenue
• Enmienda a la Ordenanza de Tráfico
• Resoluciones para Pagos Excedentes de Impuestos y Alcantarillado y estado de Veterano 100% Discapacitado

Public Library

La junta de la biblioteca pública de Woodbridge votará sobre resoluciones para aprobar la auditoría del ejercicio fiscal 2024/2025 y una nueva política de circulación. Otros temas incluyen la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior, los informes del director y de los comités, y los comentarios del público.

• Resolución 04-2026.04 — Aprobar la auditoría del ejercicio fiscal 2024/2025
• Resolución 04-2026.05 — Aprobar la política de circulación
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 26 de marzo de 2026
• Informes del director de la biblioteca, Friends of the Libraries y el presidente de la junta

The Woodbridge Public Library Board of Trustees approved four resolutions at its March 27, 2025 meeting. The most significant action was authorizing $163,714 for security camera purchase and installation at three library branches, with $20,000 coming from the library's Special Projects reserve. The board also accepted a new Security Camera Policy, approved a $10,346 state grant application for a Revolutionary War semiquincentennial project, and awarded a $13,652 carpet-cleaning contract to Carpet Care Plus. A new part-time page was appointed and a bill list of $93,210 was approved, all unanimously.

• Approved security camera purchase and installation at Main, Iselin Branch, and Fords Branch for $163,714, with $20,000 from library reserve (7-0)
• Adopted Library Security Camera Policy (7-0)
• Approved grant application to New Jersey State Library for REV 250 project in amount of $10,346 (7-0)
• Awarded annual carpet cleaning contract to Carpet Care Plus for $13,652 (7-0)
• Appointed Natalie Dos Santos as Library Page, 6 hrs/week, $15.49/hr (7-0)
• Approved bill list totaling $93,210.15 (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación considerará varias solicitudes de variación de volumen y uso. Los artículos incluyen mejoras en viviendas unifamiliares, nuevas construcciones residenciales y una conversión de edificio para cuidado infantil.

• 39 Hearthstone Avenue: legalizar estructura de techo abierto, piscina y patio
• 30 West George Place: construir patio frontal, trasero y lateral
• 141 McFarlane Road: construir vivienda unifamiliar de 2 ½ pisos con garaje para 1 automóvil
• 615 Ridgewood Avenue: construir una vivienda bifamiliar
• 805-811 Inman Avenue: convertir el edificio existente en centro de actividades para la primera infancia/guardería

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre dos planes de sitio principales: una expansión de subestación de PSEG en Fords y una solicitud de extensión de un año de aprobación para el proyecto de renovación urbana SEI Keasbey. La junta también planea adoptar una resolución para la solicitud de Loop Property (P25-23) y aprobar las actas de la reunión del 8 de abril.

• Audiencia pública sobre el Plan de Sitio Preliminar/Final Mayor de PSEG (Cady Pairulli) para una expansión de subestación con nuevos transformadores, interruptores automáticos y una casa de control prefabricada en 71 Lafayette Road, Fords (Block 351.11, Lots 34 y 35, Zona R1A26)
• Audiencia pública sobre la solicitud de extensión de un año de aprobación del plan de sitio de SEI Keasbey Urban Renewal para propiedades en Smith Street y Crows Mill Road, Keasbey (Blocks 47, 49, 50, múltiples lotes)
• Adopción de resolución para Loop Property, LLC (P25-23) otorgada el 25 de marzo de 2026
• Aprobación de actas de la reunión ordinaria del 8 de abril de 2026

Council

El Consejo del Municipio de Woodbridge discutirá solicitudes administrativas para una sesión de trabajo el 21 de abril de 2026, incluidas resoluciones para sobrepagos fiscales y de alcantarillado y reembolsos de permisos de estacionamiento. El cuerpo también está previsto para considerar una enmienda propuesta a la ordenanza de tráfico.

• Resolución de Sobrepagos Fiscales y de Alcantarillado
• Resolución de Reembolso de Permiso de Estacionamiento
• Ordenanza de Enmienda a la Ordenanza de Tráfico

Council

El concejo votará sobre una ordenanza de bono de $7.36 millones para financiar diversas mejoras públicas y compras de equipos. Las ordenanzas de segunda lectura incluyen cambios a las restricciones de estacionamiento en Green Street, la adquisición de propiedades en Colonia y Hopelawn para recreación, la transferencia de tierras a la Board of Education y una actualización de las regulaciones de control de aguas pluviales. Las ordenanzas de primera lectura añaden una intersección de alto, estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad y restricciones de estacionamiento general. Las resoluciones incluyen contratos para mejoras de intersecciones ($1.14M), un generador de emergencia ($124k) y varios reembolsos de impuestos.

• Ordenanza de bono de $7,360,000 para mejoras públicas y equipos
• Restricciones de estacionamiento en Green Street cambiadas de lunes a viernes a diario (norte y sur)
• Adquisición del Block 491, Lotes 1.01 y 1.03 en Colonia para espacio recreativo
• Mejoras de intersección en Ford Avenue y Burnham Drive por $1,137,687.22
• Reembolso de sentencia de Tax Court de $265,695.35 a McCarter & English, LLP

Council

El Concejo Municipal de Woodbridge llevó a cabo una reunión para adoptar varias ordenanzas a través de segundas y terceras lecturas. Las acciones clave incluyeron la autorización de un bono cuantioso para mejoras públicas y adquisiciones de vehículos, la actualización de las regulaciones de tráfico en Green Street y la aprobación de adquisiciones de tierras para espacios recreativos.

• Ordenanza de bono de $7,360,000 para mejoras públicas, equipo y vehículos
• Cambios en la ordenanza de tráfico para Green Street (CR #604) con respecto a detenerse y estacionarse
• Adquisición de propiedad en Colonia para espacio recreativo
• Adquisición de propiedad en Hopelawn para espacio recreativo
• Licitación de $1,137,687.22 para mejoras de la intersección de Ford Avenue y Burnham Drive/School Driveway

The Council unanimously adopted a $7.36 million bond ordinance to fund various public improvements, equipment, and vehicles. Seven other ordinances were also adopted, including traffic changes on Green Street, property acquisitions for recreation in Colonia and Hopelawn, and a complete rewrite of the stormwater control ordinance. Resolutions approved a $1.14 million intersection improvement contract, an emergency sewer repair not to exceed $200,000, a generator for the Health Department, and multiple tax refunds including $265,695 from a tax court judgment. Two ordinances received first reading and will have a public hearing on May 5, 2026.

• Adopted $7.36M bond ordinance for public improvements and equipment (unanimous)
• Adopted traffic ordinances changing Green Street parking restrictions to all days (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinances acquiring properties in Colonia and Hopelawn for recreation and conveying lots to Board of Education (unanimous; Harris recused)
• Adopted stormwater control ordinance rewrite (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinances adding stop intersection, handicapped parking, and general parking (unanimous; public hearing May 5)
• Authorized $1,137,687.22 contract with Tiffany Electric, Inc. for Ford Avenue intersection improvements
• Approved emergency sewer repair at Route 27 and Prospect Avenue not to exceed $200,000 with P&A Construction
• Authorized $265,695.35 tax refund to McCarter & English, LLP from tax court judgment

Council

El Concejo se reunirá para discutir varios proyectos específicos de distritos e iniciativas comunitarias. Los elementos procesables principales implican la revisión de transferencias y renovaciones de licencias de licor.

• Transferencia de licencia de licor de Anais Lounge Center Jersey, LLC a Xperience Hospitality Group II, Inc. (85 Lafayette Rd., Fords)
• Transferencia de licencia de licor de G.M.R.I. a Social By Dhaba Woodbridge, LLC (401 Gill Ln., Iselin)
• Transferencia de licencia de licor de Jersey Boys Pizza Bar & Grill LLC a MayaNJ Associates LLC
• Remarcación de rayas en Main St. y Amboy Ave.
• Auditoría de seguridad vial para Oak Tree Road

The minutes for the April 21, 2026, meeting consist of a list of council member portfolios and pending liquor license applications. No votes were taken and no official actions were decided.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Woodbridge aprobará las actas de la reunión del 26 de marzo y escuchará tres audiencias públicas sobre solicitudes de variación para un patio, un gazebo y una reconstrucción de garaje.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión ordinaria del 26 de marzo de 2026
• Audiencia Pública: Variación de patio en 247 Wall Street (Z26-02)
• Audiencia Pública: Variación de gazebo en 17 Hanson Avenue (Z25-63)
• Audiencia Pública: Apelación de reconstrucción de garaje en 38 William Street (Z26-05)
• Ubicación de la reunión: Memorial Municipal Building, 1 Main Street

Planning Board

El Woodbridge Planning Board celebrará una audiencia pública sobre una ordenanza de bonificación que autoriza $7,360,000 para diversas mejoras públicas, equipo y vehículos. El consejo también considerará una solicitud de extensión de un año para la aprobación del plan general preliminar/final del proyecto SEI Keasbey Urban Renewal en Smith Street y Crows Mill Road, y una subdivisión menor en 25 St. Joseph's Terrace para crear dos lotes unifamiliares. Se ha pospuesto hasta el 22 de abril de 2026 una resolución sobre una designación de reurbanización para el Bloque 524, Lote 1.

• Ordenanza de bonificación que asigna $7,360,000 para mejoras públicas, equipo y vehículos (audiencia pública)
• Solicitud de extensión de un año para la aprobación del Plan General Preliminar/Final Mayor para SEI Keasbey Urban Renewal (pospuesta del 4 de marzo de 2026)
• Subdivisión menor y variaciones de volumen en 25 St. Joseph's Terrace para demoler las mejoras existentes y crear dos lotes unifamiliares
• Resolución para investigar la designación de reurbanización para el Bloque 524, Lote 1 (sección Woodbridge Proper) – pospuesta al 22 de abril
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión regular del 25 de marzo de 2026

Council

El concejo se reúne para discutir varios proyectos específicos de distritos e iniciativas comunitarias. Los elementos procesables principales implican la revisión de tres transferencias de licencias de licor.

• Transferencia de licencia de licor para X Hale en 85 Lafayette Rd., Fords
• Transferencia de licencia de licor para Saffron Social en 401 Gill Ln., Iselin
• Transferencia de licencia de licor de Jersey Boys Pizza Bar & Grill LLC a MayaNJ Associates LLC
• Repintado de marcas viales en Main St. y Amboy Ave.
• Auditoría de seguridad vial para Oak Tree Road

The provided minutes consist of a list of council members and their associated project portfolios or areas of responsibility. No votes were taken and no official actions were decided during this session.

Council

El consejo discutirá dos resoluciones relacionadas con impuestos (sobrepagos y apelaciones) y una enmienda al reglamento de tráfico. La acción sobre estos ítems está programada para el 21 de abril de 2026. Otros departamentos (Recreación, Salud, Planeación, Obras Públicas, Legal) no tienen ítems listados.

• Resolución de Sobrepagos de Impuestos y Alcantarillado
• Resolución de Apelación de Impuestos
• Enmiendas al Reglamento de Tráfico

Council

El Concejo Municipal de Woodbridge considerará una ordenanza de bonos de $7.36 millones para mejoras públicas y equipos. La agenda incluye varias enmiendas a la ordenanza de tránsito y resoluciones que autorizan acuerdos y reembolsos.

• Ordenanza de bonos que asigna $7,360,000 para mejoras públicas
• Enmiendas a la ordenanza de tránsito para Green Street (CR #604)
• Acuerdo con Gurney Electric para mejoras en el Marina hasta $155,750
• Acuerdo con Colliers Engineering para el Parque Green Acres Fase 7 hasta $6,500
• Resolución que autoriza eventos de Woodbridge Brewery los días 16 y 30-31 de mayo de 2026

Public Library

The Woodbridge Public Library Board will review and vote on two special project resolutions: one for Hublet stations and another for scanners. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the minutes from the February 26, 2026 meeting, receiving reports from the Library Director and board members, and a public comment period.

• Resolution 03-2026.02 — Approve Special Projects, Hublet Stations
• Resolution 03-2026.03 — Approve Special Projects, Scanners
• Approval of Minutes of Meeting of 02/26/2026
• Report of Library Director
• Public Comments

The Woodbridge Library Board approved two special‑project expenditures: an $11,478 upgrade of Hublet tablets and an $8,709 purchase of SCANNX scanning equipment. It also adopted bill lists totaling $172,349.96 and approved the meeting minutes from February 26, 2026. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved $11,478 tablet upgrade for Hublet stations (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved $8,709 purchase of SCANNX overhead and portable scanners (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved Bill List 01 for $138,952.21 (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved Bill List 02 for $33,397.75 (unanimous 8‑0)
• Approved meeting minutes from 02/26/2026 (unanimous 8‑0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will first approve the minutes from its March 5, 2026 meeting. It will then consider several bulk variance applications, including granted variances for Dattatreya Kanduri, Sean & Jarod Buehler, Dhaval Patel, Mangesh P Paranjape & Devaki Sidhaye, and Purvi & Dharmesh Desai. Additional public hearings are scheduled for variances at 141 McFarlane Road, 37 Thompson Avenue, and other sites, with some items postponed to future dates.

• Grant of bulk variance #Z25-82 for Dattatreya Kanduri (approved 3/5/26)
• Grant of bulk variance #Z25-62 for Sean & Jarod Buehler (approved 3/5/26)
• Grant of bulk variance #Z26-01 for Dhaval Patel (approved 3/5/26)
• Public hearing for bulk variance #Z26-06 at 141 McFarlane Road, Colonia – proposes 2½‑story single‑family dwelling with garage
• Public hearing for bulk variance #Z25-65 at 37 Thompson Avenue, Fords – proposes new 2‑story single‑family dwelling with pool house

Planning Board

The Woodbridge Planning Board will meet to approve previous minutes and a resolution for Meshiel Yousseff. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a site plan and variance for a property in Avenel.

• Resolution adoption for Meshiel Yousseff (P22-18)
• Public hearing for Loop Property, LLC to convert an abandoned night club into a one-story laundromat at 1450 St. Georges Ave

Council

The Woodbridge Township Council will consider a second‑reading bond ordinance to appropriate $1,560,000 for installing a traffic signal at the intersection of Ford Avenue, Burnham Drive and the Lafayette Estates School #25 driveway. The council will also review several first‑reading ordinances related to residential and handicapped parking and a property conveyance. Additional agenda items include multiple resolutions and contracts covering refunds, infrastructure projects, and equipment purchases.

• Bond ordinance: $1,560,000 to fund a traffic signal at Ford Ave, Burnham Dr, Lafayette Estates School #25 driveway (second reading).
• Bid: Green Construction, Inc. for Omar Avenue Extension & Paddock Street Improvements – $6,534,898.85.
• Agreement: PSE&G Direct Install Program – up to $2,361,825.70, payable in 60 monthly installments.
• Agreement: Nielsen Ford purchase of two 2026 Ford Bronco Sport vehicles for the Police Department – $91,373.52.
• Resolution: Extraordinary budget increase of $935,828.50 for drainage improvements at nine locations contracted with P & A Associates.

Council

The Woodbridge Council will discuss several resolutions, including tax and sewer overpayments, a 100% disabled veteran exemption, parking permit refunds, and traffic ordinance amendments. It will also consider refunds from the developer’s review fund and current permit‑fee accounts. These items are scheduled for discussion on March 24, 2025 and for action on April 7, 2026.

• Tax and Sewer Overpayments Resolution
• 100% Disabled Veteran Resolution
• Parking Permit Refund Resolution
• Traffic Ordinance Amendments Ordinance
• Refund from Developer’s Review Fund Account Resolution

Council

The Woodbridge Township Council will consider three person‑to‑person liquor license transfer requests: Anais Lounge Center LLC to Xperience Hospitality Group II at 85 Lafayette Rd.; G.M.R.I. (Pocket License) to Saffron Social at 401 Gill Ln.; and Jersey Boys Pizza Bar & Grill LLC to MayaNJ Associates. The agenda also includes items such as re‑striping Main St at Amboy Ave, street closings for special events, and updates on downtown development and community programs.

• Transfer of Liquor License #1225-33-024-013 from Anais Lounge Center LLC to Xperience Hospitality Group II, 85 Lafayette Rd., Fords, NJ
• Transfer of Liquor License #1225-33-101-010 from G.M.R.I. (Pocket License) to Saffron Social, 401 Gill Ln., Iselin, NJ
• Transfer of Liquor License #1225-33-065-002 from Jersey Boys Pizza Bar & Grill LLC to MayaNJ Associates (pocket license)
• Re‑striping of Main St. at Amboy Ave.
• Street closings for special events such as block parties and street fairs

The Woodbridge Municipal Council reviewed a wide range of community items, including downtown development, local events, parks, youth programs, and liquor‑license transfers. No motions, votes, approvals, denials, or tabling of items were recorded in the minutes. The clerk noted several liquor‑license transfer applications are under review, but no decisions were made.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Woodbridge Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear requests for bulk variances to construct driveways, additions, and patios at various single-family homes. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Approval of minutes from February 5 and 19, 2026
• Public hearing for bulk variance at 51 Hillcrest Avenue (Iselin)
• Public hearing for bulk variance at 39 Hearthstone Avenue (Fords)
• Public hearing for bulk variance at 56 Avenel Street (Avenel)
• Public hearing for bulk variance at 80 Woodbine Avenue (Avenel)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a bond ordinance for a new traffic signal and hold public hearings on site plans and subdivisions. The board is also acknowledging a request to investigate a specific area in Iselin for redevelopment designation.

• Bond ordinance to appropriate $1,560,000 for a traffic signal at Ford Avenue, Burnham Drive, and Lafayette Estates School #25 driveway
• Investigation of Block 442.16, Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 13, 14, 15, 17 in Iselin as an area in need of redevelopment
• Public hearing for Parkway Commons, LLC regarding a storage facility at 1 Ronson Road, Iselin
• Public hearing for Meshiel Yousseff regarding a minor subdivision and bulk variances at 4 East Coddington Ave., Avenel
• Postponed site plan for SEI Keasbey Urban Renewal at Smith Street and Crows Mill Road

Council

The Woodbridge Council will discuss several resolutions and ordinances, including a traffic ordinance amendment and a refund from the Developer’s Review Fund. It will consider a bid tabulation recommending Green Construction, Inc. for a $6,534,898.85 contract. Additional items include a $885,412 roadway improvement project at Rahway Avenue, Omar Avenue, and Paddock Street, and a tax and sewer overpayments resolution. Decisions are scheduled for March 24, 2025.

• Bid Tabulation and Recommendation – Green Construction, Inc. – $6,534,898.85
• Intersection Improvements to Rahway Avenue, Omar Avenue & Paddock Street – $885,412.00
• Traffic Ordinance Amendment
• Refund from Developer’s Review Fund Account Resolution
• Tax and Sewer Overpayments Resolution

Council

The Woodbridge Township Council approved the minutes from the February meeting and adopted several traffic‑related ordinances, including permit parking on Judy, Dino and Glenn Drives. A bond ordinance was passed to appropriate $1,560,000 for a traffic signal at Ford Avenue, Burnham Drive and the Lafayette Estates School driveway. The Council also approved multiple resolutions authorizing community events, tax refunds, fee waivers, and a series of contracts and agreements for flood‑gate installation, YMCA services, and other municipal projects.

• Ordinance adding permit parking on Judy Drive, Dino Drive and Glenn Drive (2026-14).
• Bond ordinance authorizing $1,560,000 for a traffic signal at Ford Ave, Burnham Dr and Lafayette Estates School driveway.
• Contract with JC Contracting Inc. for emergency flood‑gate installation at Leesville Avenue and Avenel Street underpass ($341,050.11).
• Agreement with Raritan Bay Area YMCA for homeless‑prevention services up to $712,500.
• Waiver of all fees for rental of the township’s portable stage for the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the February 17 meeting and adopted two traffic‑related ordinances adding permit parking on Judy, Dino and Glenn Drives and terminating certain storm‑sewer easements. It also passed the first reading of a $1,560,000 bond ordinance to fund a new traffic signal at Ford Avenue, Burnham Drive and the Lafayette Estates School driveway, scheduling a public hearing for March 24. Additional actions included authorizing the conveyance of 100 Harned Avenue, approving contracts for emergency flood‑gate installation and a $712,500 YMCA homeless‑prevention program, and granting tax refunds for overpaid taxes and three disabled veterans.

• Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-14 adding permit parking on Judy, Dino and Glenn Drives (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-15 terminating storm and sanitary sewer easements (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of $1,560,000 bond ordinance for traffic signal at Ford Ave/Burnham Dr/Lafayette Estates School driveway; public hearing set for March 24, 2026 (unanimous)
• Authorized conveyance of 100 Harned Avenue to Cemetery Association of the Jewish Federation of North Jersey (unanimous)
• Approved JC Contracting Inc. contract for emergency flood‑gate installation, $341,050.11 (unanimous)
• Approved $712,500 agreement with Raritan Bay Area YMCA for homeless‑prevention services (unanimous)
• Approved refunds of overpaid taxes and tax refunds for three 100% disabled veterans (unanimous)

Council

The Woodbridge Township Council will consider applications to transfer two liquor licenses: one from Anais Lounge Center LLC to Xperience Hospitality Group II, Inc., and another from G.M.R.I. (Pocket License) to Social By Dhaba Woodbridge, LLC. The agenda also includes discussion of re‑striping Main Street at Amboy Avenue, a special improvement district for Oak Tree Road, and downtown parking on New Brunswick Avenue. These items are listed for council action at the March 3, 2026 meeting.

• Liquor license transfer #1225-33-024-013 from Anais Lounge Center LLC to Xperience Hospitality Group II, Inc. (85 Lafayette Rd., Fords, NJ)
• Liquor license transfer #1225-33-101-010 from G.M.R.I. (Pocket License) to Social By Dhaba Woodbridge, LLC (401 Gill Ln., Iselin, NJ)
• Re‑striping of Main Street at Amboy Avenue
• Oak Tree Road Special Improvement District (SID) proposal
• Downtown parking project on New Brunswick Avenue

The March 3, 2026 municipal council meeting consisted of each council member presenting a list of topics and initiatives. The minutes record no votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions. Consequently, no substantive decisions were documented.

Public Library

The Free Public Library of Woodbridge Board of Trustees will meet to discuss library operations and personnel. The board is scheduled to vote on a new policy regarding the local author collection.

• Resolution 02-2026.01: Approve Local Author Collection Policy
• Personnel matters
• Approval of bills

The Board of Trustees approved a Bill List totaling $153,267.70. It also appointed and promoted several library staff members and recorded the resignation of one employee. The minutes of the December 4, 2025 meeting were approved.

• Approved Bill List $153,267.70 (motion carried)
• Appointed Jonathan Lasky as Library Assistant, Fords Branch (19 hrs/week, $17.98/hr) (motion carried)
• Appointed Ariella Murdocca as Library Page, Main Library Children’s Room (6 hrs/week, $15.92/hr) (motion carried)
• Promoted Stella Carr to Librarian 2, Fords Branch (19 hrs/week, $37.91/hr) (motion carried)
• Promoted Kimberly Velez to Senior Library Assistant, Main Library Children’s Room (19 hrs/week, $20.94/hr) (motion carried)
• Promoted Shardai Cole to Senior Library Assistant, Main Library (19 hrs/week, $20.94/hr) (motion carried)
• Recorded resignation of Priyanka Bansal, Library Assistant, Fords Branch (effective 01/02/2026) (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of the 12/04/2025 meeting (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Woodbridge Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings on several variance, bulk variance, and minor subdivision requests. All listed items are postponed to future dates, with the next hearing set for March 5 2026 for most cases. No resolutions are scheduled for adoption at this meeting.

• Bulk Variance #Z25-62 – 56 Avenel Street, Avenel: applicant seeks driveway expansion at a two‑family dwelling.
• Bulk Variance #Z25-77 – 39 Hearthstone Avenue, Fords: applicant seeks to legalize an open‑roof deck, a 15 × 24 ft above‑ground pool, and a paver patio.
• Bulk Variance #Z25-65 – 37 Thompson Avenue, Fords: applicant seeks construction of a new two‑story single‑family home and an 11 × 17 ft open pool house.
• Minor Subdivision/Use and Bulk Variances #Z25-69 – 350‑354 Cliff Road, Sewaren: applicant proposes subdividing two duplex lots into four lots and renovating interiors.
• Minor Site Plan/Use and Bulk Variance #Z25-22 – 400 Green Street, Woodbridge: applicant proposes building a house of worship with community outreach space.

Planning Board

The Woodbridge Township Planning Board meeting scheduled for Feb. 18, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were adopted or discussed.

Council

The Woodbridge Township Council meeting will consider two person‑to‑person liquor‑license transfer applications: one moving license #1225‑33‑024‑013 from Anais Lounge Center Jersey, LLC to Xperience Hospitality Group II (t/a X Hale) at 85 Lafayette Rd., Fords, and another moving license #1225‑33‑101‑010 from G.M.R.I. (Pocket License) to Social By Dhaba Woodbridge, LLC (t/a Saffron Social) at 401 Gill Ln., Iselin. The agenda also includes discussion of re‑striping Main Street at Amboy Avenue and a range of community program updates from council members.

• Liquor license transfer #1225‑33‑024‑013: Anais Lounge Center Jersey, LLC → Xperience Hospitality Group II (t/a X Hale), 85 Lafayette Rd., Fords
• Liquor license transfer #1225‑33‑101‑010: G.M.R.I. (Pocket License) → Social By Dhaba Woodbridge, LLC (t/a Saffron Social), 401 Gill Ln., Iselin
• Re‑striping of Main St. at Amboy Ave.
• Oak Tree Road Special Improvement District (SID) discussion
• 2nd Ward road projects and downtown parking on New Brunswick Ave.

The Woodbridge Township Council meeting on February 17, 2026 listed numerous agenda topics across departments and wards. The minutes contain only the agenda items and no recorded approvals, denials, votes, or other actions. Consequently, no substantive decisions were documented.

Council

At the February 17, 2026 meeting, the Woodbridge Council will discuss several resolutions, including a Tax and Sewer Overpayments Resolution, a 100% Disabled Vet eran Resolution, and a Refund from Developer ’s Review Fund Account Resolution. The council will also consider Traffic Ordinance Amendments Ordinance. Decisions on these items are scheduled for the March 3, 2026 meeting.

• Tax and Sewer Overpayments Resolution (Administration & Finance)
• 100% Disabled Vet eran Resolution
• Traffic Ordinance Amendments Ordinance
• Refund from Developer ’s Review Fund Account Resolution (Planning & Development)

Council

The Municipal Council adopted several ordinances, including a bond for road improvements to divert commercial traffic from residential areas. The body also approved property acceptances for right-of-way use and a redevelopment plan for 1177 Rahway Avenue.

• Approved $9,990,000 bond ordinance for Omar Avenue Extension and Paddock Street improvements
• Adopted the 1177 Rahway Avenue Redevelopment Plan
• Accepted property from Morris Avenel Associates Urban Renewal LLC for permanent right of way
• Accepted property conveyance from Woodbridge Township Board of Education for right of way easement
• Authorized the lease of property on Moore Avenue via public auction

The Woodbridge Municipal Council approved, by unanimous vote, the bond ordinance authorizing up to $9,990,000 for the Omar Avenue Extension and Paddock Street improvements project. The council also adopted ordinances B through F covering acceptance of property for a permanent right‑of‑way, lease of Moore Avenue property, conveyance of school board land, adoption of the 1177 Rahway Avenue Redevelopment Plan, and an amendment to Chapter 2 on personnel. All motions were made by Councilwoman DeJesus, seconded by Councilman Small, and carried without opposition. No public comments were recorded on any of the items.

• Approved $9,990,000 bond ordinance for Omar Avenue Extension and Paddock Street improvements (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of property from Morris Avenue Associates Urban Renewal LLC for permanent right‑of‑way (unanimous)
• Approved lease of Moore Avenue property (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of conveyance from Woodbridge Township Board of Education for permanent right‑of‑way easement (unanimous)
• Adopted the 1177 Rahway Avenue Redevelopment Plan (unanimous)
• Amended Chapter 2, Administration of the Revised General Ordinances regarding personnel (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will approve the minutes from its January 22 meeting and hold public hearings on several bulk variance applications, many of which have been postponed. Proposals include deck and pool additions, new two‑story dwellings, a second‑floor expansion, and a conversion of a building to a car wash. All items are for discussion; no final decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Bulk variance #Z25-78: two‑story single‑family dwelling at 35 West Iselin Parkway (Iselin).
• Bulk variance #Z25-77: open roof deck, 15 ft x 24 ft pool and paver patio at 39 Hearthstone Avenue (Fords).
• Bulk variance #Z25-65: new two‑story single‑family dwelling and 11 ft x 17 ft pool house at 37 Thompson Avenue (Fords).
• Minor site plan/use #Z25-57: convert existing building to a car wash and storage at 1247 Saint Georges Avenue (Colonia).
• Bulk variance #Z25-76: expand the second floor at 13 Ling Street (Fords).

Planning Board

The Planning Board will approve minutes from its January 7, 2026 meeting. It will consider a resolution to investigate whether block 356.02, lot 15 in the Iselin section should be designated as an area in need of redevelopment under the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law. The board will recommend adopting the 1177 Rahway Avenue redevelopment plan. A bond ordinance proposing $9,990,000 for the Omar Avenue Extension and Paddock Street Improvements Project will also be considered.

• Approve minutes from the January 7, 2026 regular meeting
• Resolve to investigate block 356.02, lot 15 in Iselin for possible redevelopment designation
• Recommend adoption of the 1177 Rahway Avenue redevelopment plan
• Bond ordinance to appropriate $9,990,000 for the Omar Avenue Extension and Paddock Street Improvements Project

Council

The Council approved the $1.00 purchase of the Ford Avenue School 14 property to create recreational space and apply for a handicap accessible playground grant. The body also introduced several ordinances for first reading, including a nearly $10 million road project.

• Acquisition of Block 139.10, Lot 16.02 (Ford Avenue School 14) for $1.00 for recreational space
• Proposed $9,990,000 bond ordinance for Omar Avenue Extension and Paddock Street improvements
• Adoption of the 1177 Rahway Avenue Redevelopment Plan (First Reading)
• Grant of $2,298,000 from NJ DEP Green Acres Program for Ford Avenue Park improvements
• Contract with DL Printing Co., Inc. for 2026 Sanitation and Recycling Calendar not to exceed $55,950.00

The Woodbridge Municipal Council approved two traffic ordinance amendments, deleting handicap parking on Diaz Street and adding it on Lee Avenue. It authorized the acquisition of the Ford Avenue School 14 property to create and preserve recreational space. The council adopted a first‑reading bond ordinance to appropriate $9,990,000 for the Omar Avenue Extension and PadDock Street Improvements project. Numerous resolutions were also approved, including grants for park improvements and a Pakistan Day Parade.

• Approved amendment deleting handicap parking on Diaz Street (unanimous)
• Approved amendment adding handicap parking on Lee Avenue (unanimous)
• Authorized acquisition of Ford Avenue School 14 property for recreational space (unanimous)
• Adopted first‑reading bond ordinance to appropriate $9,990,000 for Omar Avenue Extension and PadDock Street Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $2,298,000 grant for Ford Avenue Park improvements (unanimous)
• Approved grant to install ADA swing modifications in 30 parks (unanimous)
• Authorized Pakistan Day Parade on August 16, 2026 (unanimous)
• Authorized tax refunds for multiple 100 % disabled veterans (unanimous)

Council

The Woodbridge Municipal Council opened and closed a brief public comment period before considering a resolution to adopt the FY2026 budget with amendments. The amendments lower the anticipated surplus to $13,048,578.74, add several grant revenues increasing miscellaneous revenues to $88,171,063.25, and raise the local tax levy to $106,555,900. The council voted unanimously to approve the resolution and adopt the amended budget.

• Surplus reduced to $13,048,578.74
• Grants added: $130,000 Sober Living, $26,556.95 Drunk Driving Enforcement, $105,000 HTS Highway Safety, $1,168,000 Open Space/Rec/Farmland Trust, $72,000 Aging & Disabled Services
• Local tax for municipal purposes increased to $106,555,900
• Total General Revenues increased to $219,603,426.99
• Resolution to adopt FY2026 budget approved unanimously

The council opened and then closed the public comment period, both motions passing unanimously. It approved the resolution to amend the FY2026 budget and then adopted the amended budget, each with unanimous support. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Opened public comment portion (unanimous)
• Closed public comment portion (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #1 to amend FY2026 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted FY2026 Budget as amended (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Council

The Woodbridge Township Council will review applications for liquor‑license transfers, renewals, and related incidents. It will also consider requests for street closings for special events and discuss a range of community updates presented by council members. Additional agenda items include road projects, park improvements, and redevelopment initiatives.

• Liquor license transfer #1225-33-024-013 from Anais Lounge Center Jersey, LLC to Xperience Hospitality Group II, Inc. (t/a X Hale), 85 Lafayette Rd., Fords
• Liquor license renewals pending council review
• Liquor license incident hearings scheduled
• Re‑striping of Main St. at Amboy Ave.
• Oak Tree Road Special Improvement District (SID) proposal

The February 3, 2026 Woodbridge Township Council meeting consisted of agenda listings and updates from each council member. No votes, approvals, denials, or tabling actions were documented in the minutes. Consequently, there were no substantive decisions to report.

Council

The Woodbridge Township Council will hold a second reading on traffic ordinances that delete handicapped parking on Diaz Street and add it on Lee Avenue. It will also consider a bond ordinance to appropriate $9,990,000 for the Omar Avenue Extension and Paddock Street improvements project. Additional items include a property acquisition for recreational space, several tax‑refund resolutions, and a $2,298,000 state grant for Ford Avenue Park improvements.

• Ordinance A (second reading): delete handicapped parking on Diaz Street
• Ordinance B (second reading): add handicapped parking on Lee Avenue
• Ordinance D (first reading): bond to appropriate $9,990,000 for Omar Avenue Extension and Paddock Street improvements
• Ordinance C: acquire Block 139.10, Lot 16.02 (Ford Avenue School 14) for recreational space
• Resolution 15: $2,298,000 NJ DEP Green Acres grant for Ford Avenue Park improvements

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Public Library

The Woodbridge Public Library Board will vote to approve the minutes from the December 4, 2024 meeting. Trustees will discuss personnel matters and consider approval of pending bills. The board will also review existing policies and hear public comments.

• Approval of Minutes of Meeting of 12/04/2024
• Personnel matters
• Approval of Bills
• Review of Policies
• Public Comments

The Woodbridge Public Library Board approved the meeting minutes and a resolution. It approved personnel changes, including two new library pages, a promotion to senior library assistant, and two resignations. The Board also approved bill lists totaling $159,355.11.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion carried; vote: 5 Aye, 1 Abstain)
• Approved unspecified resolution (motion carried)
• Appointed Raddhi Patel as Library Page, Inman Branch (part‑time, $15.48/hr; motion carried)
• Appointed Sofia Mercado as Library Page, Inman Branch (part‑time, $15.48/hr; motion carried)
• Promoted Emily Schindler to Senior Library Assistant, Main Library (salary $44,846; motion carried)
• Accepted resignation of Sophia Vitale, Library Page, Inman Branch (effective 10/31/2025; motion carried)
• Accepted resignation of Alexandria Burton, Library Page, Main Library (effective 09/25/2025; motion carried)
• Approved Bill Lists totaling $159,355.11 (Bill List‑01 $104,490.38, Bill List‑02 $54,864.73; motion carried; vote: all Aye)

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for January 21, 2026, has been cancelled.

Council

The Woodbridge Township Council will vote on a resolution authorizing up to $5,500,000 for a housing initiative that creates deed‑restricted affordable units. It will also consider several ordinances, including property acquisitions, lease renewals, and changes to handicapped parking regulations. Additional items include contracts for ice‑chiller replacement and street improvements, as well as various refunds and grant applications.

• Resolution authorizing up to $5,500,000 for a housing initiative to create deed‑restricted affordable units
• Ordinance authorizing acquisition of real property at 77 Queen Road by purchase or condemnation
• Ordinance renewing lease with USW Local 397 for the parking lot at 155 Avenel Street
• Agreement with Waystar Industries Corp. for a revised ice‑chiller replacement contract not to exceed $2,195,000
• Change Order No. 1 – P & A Construction, Inc. Contract #2025-001 for Markley Street improvements

Council

The Council is holding a work session to discuss items requested by the administration. Decisions on these items are scheduled for action on February 3, 2025.

• Tax and Sewer Overpayments Resolution
• 100% Disabled Veteran Resolution

Council

The Woodbridge Township Council meeting will discuss a range of community topics, including downtown development, local events, park improvements, and public safety programs. Specific actions on the agenda include a road re-striping project on Main Street at Amboy Avenue and the review of a liquor‑license transfer from Anais Lounge Center to X Hale. Additional items cover special improvement districts, redevelopment plans, and various youth, senior, and cultural programs.

• Re‑striping of Main St. at Amboy Ave.
• Liquor License Transfer #1225-33-024-013 from Anais Lounge Center to X Hale, 85 Lafayette Rd., Fords, NJ
• Oak Tree Road Special Improvement District (SID)
• Route 1 Redevelopment
• Downtown Parking on New Brunswick Ave.

The Woodbridge Township Council meeting on January 20, 2026 presented a long list of topics ranging from downtown development to community events and road projects. The minutes do not include any vote tallies, approvals, denials, or motions. Consequently, no substantive decisions were documented in this record.

Council

The Woodbridge Township Council adopted several ordinances, including changes to police trespassing rules and parking regulations, and approved a lease renewal for a parking lot at 155 Avenel Street and the acquisition of 77 Queen Road. The Council also authorized multiple refunds, grants, and service agreements, and approved a contract with Waystar Industries for a Woodbridge Community Center ice chiller replacement not to exceed $2,195,000. Future public hearings on the ordinances were scheduled for February 3, 2026. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Ordinance 2026-01 amending Chapter III police regulations on trespassing
• Ordinance 2026-02 deleting handicap parking on Ellis Place
• Ordinance 2026-03 renewing lease for parking lot at 155 Avenel Street
• Ordinance 2026-04 authorizing acquisition of 77 Queen Road
• Resolution authorizing Waystar Industries contract for ice chiller replacement up to $2,195,000

The Woodbridge Township Council unanimously adopted four ordinances: a trespassing amendment, a handicap‑parking deletion on Ellis Place, a lease renewal for the 155 Avenel Street parking lot, and the acquisition of 77 Queen Road. The council also passed first‑reading consent for three additional ordinances concerning handicap parking on Diaz and Lee Avenues and the purchase of the Ford Avenue School property. Numerous resolutions were authorized, including tax refunds, grant applications, and contracts for a Chevrolet Tahoe and a $2.2 M ice‑chiller replacement. All actions were carried unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance A (trespassing amendment) – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance B (delete handicap parking on Ellis Place) – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance C (renew lease with USW Local 397 for 155 Avenel St) – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance D (acquire 77 Queen Rd) – unanimous
• Passed first reading of three additional ordinances (handicap parking changes and Ford Avenue School acquisition) – unanimous
• Authorized multiple tax and fee refunds – unanimous
• Authorized Waystar contract for Community Center ice‑chiller replacement up to $2,195,000 – unanimous
• Authorized purchase of one Chevrolet Tahoe for $61,112.88 – unanimous

Council

The Council adopted ordinances regarding trespassing regulations, a parking lot lease at 155 Avenel Street, and the acquisition of 77 Queen Road. They also approved several contracts and designated properties on Gills Lane and Rahway Avenue as areas in need of redevelopment.

• Approved ice chiller replacement for Woodbridge Community Center via Waystar Industries Corp. for up to $2,195,000.00
• Authorized purchase of one Chevrolet Tahoe from Gentilini Motors for $61,112.88
• Adopted ordinance for acquisition of 77 Queen Road by purchase or condemnation
• Renewed lease agreement with USW Local 397 for parking lot at 155 Avenel Street
• Designated 20-52 Gills Lane and 1177 Rahway Avenue as Areas In Need of Redevelopment

The council postponed approval of the FY2026 budget to February 3, 2026. It approved the minutes from the January 6 meeting and adopted four ordinances—trespassing on public property, removal of handicap parking on Ellis Place, renewal of a parking‑lot lease, and acquisition of 77 Queen Road—after public hearings with no comments. The council also passed first‑reading of three additional ordinances and scheduled a public hearing for them. Numerous resolutions were approved authorizing refunds, grants, contracts and property designations.

• Motion to continue FY2026 budget meeting to Feb 3 2026 (unanimous)
• Approval of Jan 6, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopt Ordinance A (trespassing amendment) after hearing, sent to mayor (unanimous)
• Adopt Ordinance B (delete Ellis Place handicap parking) after hearing, sent to mayor (unanimous)
• Adopt Ordinance C (renew lease for 155 Avenel St parking lot) after hearing, sent to mayor (unanimous)
• Adopt Ordinance D (acquire 77 Queen Road) after hearing, sent to mayor (unanimous)
• Pass first reading of three ordinances (handicap parking changes and Ford Avenue School acquisition) and schedule Feb 3 hearing (unanimous)
• Authorize Waystar Industries contract for Ice Chiller Replacement up to $2,195,000.00 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on several bulk and use variances. These include proposals for new single-family dwellings, a house of worship, and residential additions.

• World Liberation Ministries, Inc.: Proposed house of worship and community outreach space at 400 Green Street
• Samir Shah: Proposed new single family dwelling at 120 Elizabeth Avenue
• Mercedes Ramos: Proposed 2 story single family dwelling and 11 ft. x 17 ft. pool house at 37 Thompson Avenue
• Sunil Bhojawala: Proposed new single family dwelling at 75 Fiat Avenue
• Venkateswaren N. Iyer: Proposed 8 ft. x 15 ft. storage shed at 970 Green Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a proposal to build a 10,387 square foot two-story day care facility. The meeting also includes a redevelopment investigation presentation for a property on Gills Lane. Four resolutions from December 10, 2025, are scheduled for adoption.

• Public hearing for 10,387 square foot day care facility at 588 Amboy Ave. (Amboy Kastle, LLC)
• Redevelopment investigation presentation for 20-52 Gills Lane, Iselin (Block 357.01 Lot 5.02)
• Resolution adoption for Meshiel Youseff (P22-18)
• Resolution adoption for WBC, LLC (P22-2)
• Resolution adoption for Solor Landscaping, LLC (P25-12) and Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark (P25-18)

Council

Council

The Municipal Council adopted several ordinances regarding parking restrictions and the acquisition of property from the NJ Department of Transportation. The body also approved an ordinance establishing salary ranges for township employees and passed numerous resolutions for board appointments and tax refunds.

• Ordinance 2025-93: Acquisition of property at Rt. 440, vicinity of Smith Street and Newton Street
• Ordinance 2025-94: Establishing salary ranges for township employees
• Ordinances 2025-90, 2025-91, 2025-92: Parking changes on Ridgedale Avenue, Park Place, Madeline Drive, and EV charging spaces
• Liquor License No. 1225-44-030-007 transfer from Sri Balaji Enterprise LLC to Balaji Wine and Liquors LLC
• Support for NJ DOT Route 440, Route 95 to Kreil Street Improvements

The Woodbridge Township Council approved five ordinances (2025-90 through 2025-94) covering new parking restrictions, added parking areas, electric‑vehicle charging spaces, acquisition of a DOT parcel near Smith and Newton Streets, and township employee salary ranges. All ordinances were taken up on second and third reading, heard with no public comments, and adopted by unanimous consent. The Council also approved a series of resolutions authorizing refunds for overpaid fees and tax judgments, and reappointed numerous officials for upcoming terms.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-90 adding parking restrictions on Ridgedale Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-91 adding parking on Park Place and Madaline Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-92 replacing Section 7‑43 with electric‑vehicle charging spaces (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-93 authorizing acquisition of DOT parcel near Smith and Newton Streets (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-94 establishing salary ranges for township employees (unanimous)
• Authorized refunds for overpaid sewer user fees and tax court judgments (unanimous)
• Reappointed multiple officials to boards and commissions for terms beginning Jan 1 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Liquor License No. 1225‑44‑030‑007 to Balaji Wine and Liquors LLC (unanimous)

Council

The Woodbridge Township Council will discuss a range of community initiatives, including holiday lighting, senior center updates, and redevelopment projects. Items on the agenda cover public events, infrastructure improvements, and licensing matters. The meeting will also address updates from various commissions and community groups.

• Route 1 Redevelopment
• Cable Commission renewal
• Morris Properties @ Rahway Ave.
• Re‑striping @ Main St. at Amboy Ave.
• Liquor License transfer #1225-33-024-013 from Anais Lounge to Xperience Hospitality

The January 6, 2026 Woodbridge Township Council meeting minutes consist mainly of agenda topics presented by council members. The record does not include any motions, votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions. Consequently, no substantive decisions were documented.