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Watchung, New Jersey

Watchung   New Jersey average (US Census ACS)
Population6,429
Per-capita income$85,269
Median home value$833,300
Typical home value $1,103,636 +3.7% yr/yr · +36.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)

Próximas reuniones

Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

Borough Hall, Watchung
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 19:30

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Borough Hall, Watchung
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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 19:30

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Borough Hall, Watchung
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 19:30

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Borough Hall, Watchung
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Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 19:30

General

Borough Hall, Watchung
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Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 19:30

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Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 19:30

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Reuniones recientes

Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

El Concejo aprobará el presupuesto, la carga tributaria y varias ordenanzas.

El Concejo Municipal de Watchung considerará la autorización de inserciones presupuestarias, certificaciones de carga tributaria y un acuerdo de servicios compartidos para un oficial de recursos escolares. El organismo también revisará ordenanzas relacionadas con mejoras de edificios, regulaciones de pesca, plantación de bambú y alquileres a corto plazo.

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Borough Hall, Watchung
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Page 1 of 4 Curt S. Dahl, Council President Ronald Jubin, Ph.D. Mayor Christine B. Ead, Council Member Paul Fischer, Council Member James J. Damato, Business Administrator Paolo Marano, Council Member Joseph V. Sordillo, Esq., Borough Attorney Sonia Abi-Habib, Council Member Colleen R. Lange, Borough Clerk Robert Gibbs, Council Member 15 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ 07069 Mayor & Council Meeting AGENDA July 16, 2026 7:30 PM MAYOR’S STATEMENT This meeting is being held in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. Under the provisions of N.J.S.A.10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of the Annual Meeting Notice to the Courier News and TAPinto, posted at Borough Hall and on the Borough’s website. SALUTE TO THE FLAG and MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN, SERVING HOME AND ABROAD ROLL CALL PROCLAMATION REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES Administration & Finance Police Public Works / Buildings and Grounds Public Affairs: Environmental Recreation Historical Board of Health Green Team Mayor's Wellness Campaign Fire Laws/Ordinances REPORTS OF BOROUGH OFFICERS BOROUGH OF WATCHUNG Mayor & Council Meeting Agenda July 16, 2026 - 7:30 PM Page 2 of 4 Engineer Police Chief Fire Chief Fire Official Rescue Squad Emergency Management Attorney Finance Clerk Administrator Planning Board Municipal Alliance Library Advisory [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

El Consejo votará para solicitar ayuda municipal de NJDOT para proyectos de carretera

El Consejo Municipal de Watchung votará sobre una serie de artículos de consentimiento rutinarios, incluidas las redenciones de gravámenes fiscales y una exención de tarifas por el Día del Fundador. Los artículos no de consentimiento incluyen autorizar un acuerdo de retención con Crown Atlantic Company, una licencia revocable para una propiedad y presentar una solicitud de ayuda estatal para el transporte. La reunión también incluye una proclamación para el centenario del borough y una presentación de premios especiales.

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Borough Hall, Watchung
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Page 1 of 3 Curt S. Dahl, Council President Ronald Jubin, Ph.D. Mayor Christine B. Ead, Council Member Paul Fischer, Council Member James J. Damato, Business Administrator Paolo Marano, Council Member Joseph V. Sordillo, Esq., Borough Attorney Sonia Abi-Habib, Council Member Colleen R. Lange, Borough Clerk Robert Gibbs, Council Member 15 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ 07069 Mayor & Council Meeting AGENDA June 18, 2026 7:30 PM MAYOR’S STATEMENT This meeting is being held in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. Under the provisions of N.J.S.A.10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of the Annual Meeting Notice to the Courier News and TAPinto, posted at Borough Hall and on the Borough’s website. SALUTE TO THE FLAG and MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN, SERVING HOME AND ABROAD ROLL CALL PROCLAMATION Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Borough of Watchung and the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America SPECIAL PRESENTATION Mayor's Achievement Award Presentation to Emma Speeney — Mayors Monarch Initiative PUBLIC PORTION / AGENDA ITEMS ONLY Each speaker is limited to one 5-minute comment. DISCUSSION NEW BUSINESS CENTENNIAL MINUTE REPORTS & CORRESPONDENCE Acknowledging Receipt of the Following Reports: Animal Control Solutions May 2026 BOROUGH OF WATCHUNG Mayor & Council Meeting Agenda June 18, 2026 - 7:30 PM Page 2 of 3 Corresponde [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

El Concejo votará sobre la modificación de las restricciones de estacionamiento en Carrar Drive

El Concejo Municipal de Watchung se reunirá el 4 de junio de 2026 para considerar varios asuntos rutinarios, incluida una ordenanza para modificar las restricciones de estacionamiento a lo largo de una parte de Carrar Drive, nombramientos y renovaciones anuales de licencias. Se llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre la ordenanza como asunto pendiente.

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Borough Hall, Watchung
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Page 1 of 3 Curt S. Dahl, Council President Ronald Jubin, Ph.D. Mayor Christine B. Ead, Council Member Paul Fischer, Council Member James J. Damato, Business Administrator Paolo Marano, Council Member Joseph V. Sordillo, Esq., Borough Attorney Sonia Abi-Habib, Council Member Colleen R. Lange, Borough Clerk Robert Gibbs, Council Member 15 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ 07069 Mayor & Council Meeting AGENDA June 4, 2026 7:30 PM MAYOR’S STATEMENT This meeting is being held in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. Under the provisions of N.J.S.A.10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of the Annual Meeting Notice to the Courier News and TAPinto, posted at Borough Hall and on the Borough’s website. SALUTE TO THE FLAG and MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN, SERVING HOME AND ABROAD ROLL CALL PROCLAMATION National Safety Month SPECIAL PRESENTATION Mayor's Achievement Award Presentation • Pranavi Sivakumar - New Jersey All-State Choir Member • Valley View Baseball & Softball Teams SPECIAL RESOLUTION R1: Authorize Appointment of Deputy Clerk — Gloria Rivera ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES Administration & Finance Police Public Works / Buildings and Grounds BOROUGH OF WATCHUNG Mayor & Council Meeting Agenda June 4, 2026 - 7:30 PM Page 2 of 3 Public Affairs: Environmental Recreation Historical Board of Health Green [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 21, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

El Concejo de Watchung considerará un acuerdo con el desarrollador Levin Properties

En esta reunión, el Concejo de Watchung votará sobre una ordenanza de arrendamiento con opción a compra para un cargador frontal (ORD 26/09) y una enmienda de restricción de estacionamiento en Carrar Drive (ORD 26/10). También considerarán un acuerdo de desarrollador con Levin Properties (R5) y otros asuntos rutinarios, incluyendo un reembolso y permisos.

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Borough Hall, Watchung
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Page 1 of 3 Curt S. Dahl, Council President Ronald Jubin, Ph.D. Mayor Christine B. Ead, Council Member Paul Fischer, Council Member James J. Damato, Business Administrator Paolo Marano, Council Member Joseph V. Sordillo, Esq., Borough Attorney Sonia Abi-Habib, Council Member Colleen R. Lange, Borough Clerk Robert Gibbs, Council Member 15 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ 07069 Mayor & Council Meeting AGENDA May 21, 2026 7:30 PM MAYOR’S STATEMENT This meeting is being held in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. Under the provisions of N.J.S.A.10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of the Annual Meeting Notice to the Courier News and TAPinto, posted at Borough Hall and on the Borough’s website. SALUTE TO THE FLAG and MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN, SERVING HOME AND ABROAD ROLL CALL PROCLAMATION 2026 National Wildlife Federation's Mayors' Monarch Butterfly Pledge SPECIAL PRESENTATION Donation Recognition - Somerset Hills Branch of the American Association of University Women - Wilfred Loh & Marion Cowan Mayor's Achievement Award for Ridge Racers PUBLIC PORTION / AGENDA ITEMS ONLY Each speaker is limited to one 5-minute comment. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORD 26/09: ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE LEASE PURCHASE FINANCING AND ACQUISITION OF A FRONT LOADER FOR AND BY THE BOROUGH OF WATCHUNG, IN THE COUNTY OF SOMERSET, STATE OF NEW JERSEY NEW BUSINESS REPORTS & CORRES [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 7, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

Audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto de 2026 y enmiendas a la zona de viviendas asequibles

El Consejo Municipal de Watchung llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto municipal de 2026 y considerará varias ordenanzas que enmiendan las zonas superpuestas de viviendas asequibles a lo largo de Route 22 y Somerset Street/Watchung Avenue, así como las regulaciones de cercas. Las resoluciones incluyen la adopción del presupuesto, la autorización de la transferencia de una licencia de licor y la exhortación a los líderes estatales para abordar los aumentos en las primas de salud.

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Borough Hall, Watchung
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Page 1 of 4 Curt S. Dahl, Council President Ronald Jubin, Ph.D. Mayor Christine B. Ead, Council Member Paul Fischer, Council Member James J. Damato, Business Administrator Paolo Marano, Council Member Joseph V. Sordillo, Esq., Borough Attorney Sonia Abi-Habib, Council Member Colleen R. Lange, Deputy Borough Clerk Robert Gibbs, Council Member 15 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ 07069 Mayor & Council Meeting AGENDA May 7, 2026 7:30 PM MAYOR’S STATEMENT This meeting is being held in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. Under the provisions of N.J.S.A.10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of the Annual Meeting Notice to the Courier News and TAPinto, posted at Borough Hall and on the Borough’s website. SALUTE TO THE FLAG and MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN, SERVING HOME AND ABROAD ROLL CALL PROCLAMATIONS National Day of Prayer Guru Vandana - Teacher Appreciation SPECIAL RESOLUTION R1: Authorize Appointment of Borough Clerk — Colleen R. Lange ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES Administration & Finance Police Public Works / Buildings and Grounds Public Affairs: Environmental Recreation Historical Board of Health BOROUGH OF WATCHUNG Mayor & Council Meeting Agenda May 7, 2026 - 7:30 PM Page 2 of 4 Green Team Mayor's Wellness Campaign Fire Laws/Ordinances REPORTS OF BOROUGH OFFICERS Engineer Police [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Apr 16, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

El Concejo considera una ordenanza para exceder el límite presupuestario estatal y establecer un banco de límites

El concejo llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre dos ordenanzas: una para exceder el límite presupuestario estatal del costo de vida y establecer un banco de límites, y otra que establece los salarios mínimos y máximos. También votarán sobre partidas de consentimiento, incluyendo una solicitud de subvención para servicios compartidos y la oposición a la legislación estatal de viviendas asequibles, así como una partida de no consentimiento para renombrar al administrador del municipio.

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Page 1 of 3 Curt S. Dahl, Council President Ronald Jubin, Ph.D. Mayor Christine B. Ead, Council Member Paul Fischer, Council Member James J. Damato, Business Administrator Paolo Marano, Council Member Joseph V. Sordillo, Esq., Borough Attorney Sonia Abi-Habib, Council Member Edith G. Gil, Borough Clerk Robert Gibbs, Council Member 15 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ 07069 Mayor & Council Meeting AGENDA April 16, 2026 7:30 PM MAYOR’S STATEMENT This meeting is being held in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. Under the provisions of N.J.S.A.10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of the Annual Meeting Notice to the Courier News and TAPinto, posted at Borough Hall and on the Borough’s website. SALUTE TO THE FLAG and MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN, SERVING HOME AND ABROAD ROLL CALL PROCLAMATIONS New Jersey Local Government Week 2026 Days of Remembrance SPECIAL PRESENTATION Budget Presentation by Watchung Hills Regional High School REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES Administration & Finance Police Public Works / Buildings and Grounds Public Affairs: Environmental Recreation Historical Board of Health Green Team BOROUGH OF WATCHUNG Mayor & Council Meeting Agenda April 16, 2026 - 7:30 PM Page 2 of 3 Fire Laws/Ordinances REPORTS OF BOROUGH OFFICERS Engineer Police Chief Fire Chief Fire Official Rescue Squad Emergency Manag [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 30, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

Council to introduce 2026 municipal budget, consider salary ordinance and cap bank

The Watchung Municipal Council will hold a regular meeting on March 30, 2026. Among the agenda items are the introduction of the 2026 municipal budget and a temporary budget amendment. The council will also consider ordinances to exceed the cost-of-living allowance for the budget and to set municipal salary ranges. Additionally, there will be a proclamation and presentations.

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Page 1 of 2 Curt S. Dahl, Council President Ronald Jubin, Ph.D. Mayor Christine B. Ead, Council Member Paul Fischer, Council Member James J. Damato, Business Administrator Paolo Marano, Council Member Joseph V. Sordillo, Esq., Borough Attorney Sonia Abi-Habib, Council Member Edith G. Gil, Borough Clerk Robert Gibbs, Council Member 15 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ 07069 Mayor & Council Meeting AGENDA March 30, 2026 7:30 PM MAYOR’S STATEMENT This meeting is being held in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. Under the provisions of N.J.S.A.10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of the Annual Meeting Notice to the Courier News and TAPinto, posted at Borough Hall and on the Borough’s website. SALUTE TO THE FLAG and MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN, SERVING HOME AND ABROAD ROLL CALL PROCLAMATION Autism Acceptance Month SPECIAL PRESENTATION Mayor's Achievement Award Presentation • Brandon Singletary — American Ninja Warrior • Sanjaya Kumar Nagabhushan — Mayor's Wellness Walks PUBLIC PORTION / AGENDA ITEMS ONLY Each speaker is limited to one 5-minute comment. NEW BUSINESS REPORTS & CORRESPONDENCE #8: Warren Township Notice of Public Hearing & Adoption of Ordinance #26-14 re: Affordable Housing Zoning Changes #9: Notice of Resignation from Electrical Subcode effective May 29, 2026 #10: Letter Requesting Approval to Display Ovarian Cancer Awareness Signs in Sep [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 19, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

Council to introduce ordinances for affordable housing overlay zones on Route 22 and Somerset Street

The Watchung Mayor and Council will consider on first reading five ordinances amending the borough's land development code to meet its 4th round affordable housing obligations, including creating a new Route 22 Affordable Housing Overlay Zone District-2 and updating development fee regulations. Other business includes setting 2026 sewer rates, authorizing fireworks for centennial events, and acknowledging the Borough Clerk's resignation effective March 31, 2026. A public hearing and final adoption of the ordinances will occur at a later meeting.

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Thu Mar 5, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

Council to vote on affordable housing zoning ordinances

The Watchung Municipal Council will consider four ordinances amending land development rules to establish and revise affordable housing overlay zones. The body will also vote on appointments, consent items, and the adoption of the Amended Housing Element & Fair Share Plan.

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Borough Hall, Watchung
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Page 1 of 4 Curt S. Dahl, Council President Ronald Jubin, Ph.D. Mayor Christine B. Ead, Council Member Paul Fischer, Council Member James J. Damato, Business Administrator Paolo Marano, Council Member Joseph V. Sordillo, Esq., Borough Attorney Sonia Abi-Habib, Council Member Edith G. Gil, Borough Clerk Robert Gibbs, Council Member 15 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ 07069 Mayor & Council Meeting AGENDA March 5, 2026 7:30 PM MAYOR’S STATEMENT This meeting is being held in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. Under the provisions of N.J.S.A.10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of the Annual Meeting Notice to the Courier News and TAPinto, posted at Borough Hall and on the Borough’s website. SALUTE TO THE FLAG and MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN, SERVING HOME AND ABROAD ROLL CALL PROCLAMATION Autoimmune Awareness Month SPECIAL RESOLUTION R1: Authorizing the Appointment of Thomas J. Caswell, Jr. as Patrol Officer to the Watchung Police Department ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES Administration & Finance Police Public Works / Buildings and Grounds Public Affairs: Environmental Recreation Historical Board of Health BOROUGH OF WATCHUNG Mayor & Council Meeting Agenda March 5, 2026 - 7:30 PM Page 2 of 4 Green Team Fire Laws/Ordinances REPORTS OF BOROUGH OFFICERS Engineer Police Chief Fire Official [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 19, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

Council to vote on three affordable housing overlay zone amendments

The Watchung Municipal Council holds a public hearing on a Watershed Inventory Report and considers three ordinances on first reading that revise affordable housing overlay zones along Route 22 and Somerset Street/Watchung Avenue to meet the borough's 4th round fair share obligations. Other actions include reappointing the police chief, settling a tax appeal, and awarding a payroll services contract.

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Borough Hall, Watchung
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Mon Feb 2, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

Council to vote on Complete Streets policy, library change order, Crown Atlantic holdover

The Watchung Municipal Council meets Feb. 2 with a ceremonial proclamation and routine committee reports, but also action items: adopting a Complete Streets policy, authorizing a change order for library renovations, approving a holdover agreement with Crown Atlantic Company, and redeeming a tax lien on 1559 Route 22. An executive session is scheduled for a personnel matter.

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Thu Jan 22, 2026 · 19:30

Municipal Council

Council to approve contract expansion for NJDEP Watershed Improvement Plan

The Watchung Municipal Council will consider an amendment to the borough code that changes council meeting adjournment rules. Routine consent items include a raffle license, a bingo license, a recycling agreement with Somerset County, a tax‑lien redemption for 89 East Drive, and a field permit for B‑Active LLC. Non‑consent items include a contract expansion for RVE under the NJDEP Watershed Improvement Plan, a settlement claim with the NJ Environmental Risk Management Fund, and the re‑appointment of Sherif Zaiton as police captain. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment and notice of the next meeting on February 2, 2026.

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Borough Hall, Watchung
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Page 1 of 2 Curt S. Dahl, Council President Ronald Jubin, Ph.D. Mayor Christine B. Ead, Council Member Paul Fischer, Council Member James J. Damato, Business Administrator Paolo Marano, Council Member Joseph V. Sordillo, Esq., Borough Attorney Sonia Abi-Habib, Council Member Edith G. Gil, Borough Clerk Robert Gibbs, Council Member 15 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ 07069 Mayor & Council Meeting AGENDA January 22, 2026 7:30 PM MAYOR’S STATEMENT This meeting is being held in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. Under the provisions of N.J.S.A.10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of the Annual Meeting Notice to the Courier News and TAPinto, posted at Borough Hall and on the Borough’s website. SALUTE TO THE FLAG and MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN, SERVING HOME AND ABROAD ROLL CALL PROCLAMATION Muslim Heritage Month PUBLIC PORTION / AGENDA ITEMS ONLY Each speaker is limited to one 5-minute comment. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORD 26/01: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING APPENDIX A, PART I, OF THE BOROUGH CODE TO AMEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL WITH REGARD TO ADJOURNMENT TIME OF COUNCIL MEETINGS. NEW BUSINESS REPORTS & CORRESPONDENCE Animal Control Solutions December 2025 Annual Review 2025 Board of Adjustment Minutes November 13, 2025 Historical Committee Minutes September 17, 2025 Library Advisory Committee Minutes January 8, 2025 March 12, 2025 November 19, 2025 Mayor & [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 6, 2026 · 18:30

Municipal Council

Council to adopt 2026 temporary budget and award professional contracts

This is the first meeting of 2026, featuring organizational items: oath of office for new council members, nomination for council president, and committee appointments. The council will vote on a temporary budget for 2026, award professional services contracts for legal, engineering, and other services, and consider an ordinance to amend meeting adjournment time. Consent items include designation of official newspapers and adoption of the cash management plan.

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Page 1 of 3 Christine B. Ead, Council Member Ronald Jubin, Ph.D. Mayor Curt S. Dahl, Council Member Paul Fischer, Council Member James J. Damato, Business Administrator Paolo Marano, Council Member Sonia Abi-Habib, Council Member Edith G. Gil, Borough Clerk Robert Gibbs, Council Member 15 Mountain Blvd Watchung, NJ 07069 Mayor & Council Meeting AGENDA January 6, 2026 6:30 PM MAYOR’S STATEMENT This meeting is being held in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. Under the provisions of N.J.S.A.10:4-6 et seq., notice of the time and place of this meeting was given by way of the Annual Meeting Notice to the Courier News and Echoes Sentinel, posted at Borough Hall and on the Borough’s website. SALUTE TO THE FLAG and MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN, SERVING HOME AND ABROAD INVOCATION Reverend Ryan Irmer, Wilson Memorial Church ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE Paul Fischer - Council Member Paolo Marano - Council Member ROLL CALL NOMINATION FOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT APPOINTMENT OF STANDING COMMITTEES SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS R1: Authorizing the Appointment of the Fire and Assistant Fire Chief R2: Authorizing the Appointment of Colleen Lange as Deputy Borough Clerk ADMINISTRATION OF OATHS OF OFFICE Colleen R. Lange, Deputy Clerk BOROUGH OF WATCHUNG Mayor & Council Meeting Agenda January 6, 2026 - 6:30 PM Page 2 of 3 Albert DeSandolo II, Fire Chief Richard Sloyan, Assistant Fire Chief Myles Pr [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]