Bellmawr public meetings in 2022

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to consider a salary ordinance amendment and a series of resolutions covering water billing adjustments, property liens, tax exemptions, shared services, grant applications, and appointments. The agenda includes routine administrative items and several specific actions, such as approving a December bill list of $875,543.44.

• Ordinance 11:15-22 amending salary ordinance 02:02-22
• Resolution #12:200-22 water billing adjustment for vacant property
• Resolution #12:201-22 water billing adjustment for faulty meter
• Resolution #12:207-22 transport billing agreement with Virtua Health Inc.
• Resolution #12:219-22 approving 2022 budget appropriation transfers

The Council approved a consent agenda of 15 resolutions covering water billing adjustments, grant applications, and property transfers. They also passed a salary ordinance amendment and approved several personnel appointments and a budget transfer.

• Approved December bill list for $875,643.44
• Adopted Ordinance 11:15-22 amending salary ordinance 02:02-22
• Approved 2022 Budget Appropriation Transfers (Res #12:219-22)
• Approved grant applications for Haag Avenue freight improvements and recreation projects at Bell Road and Braisington Avenue
• Authorized Green Acres Major Diversion applications for Bell Road Park and Warren Avenue Park
• Approved appointment of full-time DPW employees and a Fire Lieutenant/Fire Inspector
• Authorized contract agreement with William P. Walsh (Res #12:218-22)
• Approved water billing adjustments and a tax exemption for a disabled American Veteran

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting in caucus to handle routine administrative business, including approving prior meeting minutes, budget appropriation transfers, and the December bill list. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel and attorney-client privileged matters. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Resolution #12:198-22 authorizing 2022 budget appropriation transfers
• Resolution #12:199-22 approving December bill list (amount not specified)
• Approval of October 11, 2022 and November 10, 2022 caucus meeting minutes
• Executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters

Borough Council

The Borough Council approved a November bill list totaling $1,629,846.16 and a payment of $109,975.50 for security camera upgrades. Council also passed several tax refunds, material contracts for concrete and asphalt, and a part-time DPW appointment.

• Approved November bill list for $1,629,846.16
• Approved $109,975.50 payment to Independent Alarm for security camera upgrades
• Introduced Ordinance 11:15-22 to amend salary ordinance 02:02-22
• Approved contracts for concrete materials (Erial Concrete Company) and asphalt material (American Bituminous Company)
• Approved appointment of Joseph Cava as part-time DPW employee
• Approved 2022 Budget Appropriation Transfers
• Approved tax overpayment refunds for 4th quarter 2022
• Approved cancellation of water/sewer balances on borough-owned property

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting in caucus to discuss routine reports and consider several resolutions. The main actionable items are approving a payment to a contractor for the Warren Avenue treatment plant building addition and approving budget appropriation transfers. The meeting also includes an executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters.

• Resolution #11:181-22 authorizing payment no. 1 to KAVI Construction, LLC for $116,527.38 for the Warren Avenue treatment plant building addition
• Resolution #11:182-22 approving 2022 Budget Appropriation Transfers
• Approval of September 13th Caucus Meeting minutes
• Executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include a second reading of an ordinance amending the cannabis conditional use overlay zone, and resolutions for road project payments, tax refunds, and appointments. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and bills.

• Ordinance 09:14-22 amending cannabis overlay zone (Chapter 260, Land Use Code)
• Resolution #10:174-22: $206,261.59 payment to Paving Plus LLC for Devenney Drive resurfacing
• Resolution #10:175-22: $134,764.70 payment to Lexa Concrete LLC for Victory Drive improvements
• Resolution #10:172-22: tax refund for TDV status overpayment
• Resolution #10:178-22: setting Trick or Treating hours

Council approved an ordinance granting police enforcement powers regarding cannabis use overlay zones. The body also passed a consent agenda including road project payments and the appointment of new personnel. A shared service agreement with the Camden County Improvement Authority was authorized.

• Approved Ordinance 09:14-22 amending cannabis conditionally permitted use overlay zone and police powers
• Approved Resolution 10:180-22 for October bill list of $2,133,196.14
• Approved $206,261.59 payment to Paving Plus LLC for Devenney Drive project
• Approved $134,764.70 payment to Lexa Concrete, LLC for Victory Drive project
• Appointed Philip Mullen to Joint Land Use Board as Alternate II
• Appointed Tristin Casey and Jonathan Jefferson as part-time DPW employees
• Authorized shared service agreement with Camden County Improvement Authority for asphalt and concrete rehabilitation
• Approved renewal of membership in the Camden County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding a caucus meeting with routine reports from the engineer, departments, solicitor, and committees. The main substantive items are the engineer's status reports on various capital projects, including road reconstructions, a security camera upgrade, and a PFNA treatment system. The council will also enter executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters.

• Security camera system upgrade awarded to Independent Alarm for $131,270.00 after original bidder withdrew
• Victory Drive improvements: Payment No. 2 of $93,097.22 recommended to Lexa Concrete, LLC
• Devenney Drive reconstruction: Payment No. 1 of $206,621.59 recommended to Paving Plus LLC
• Hall Avenue reconstruction: Final payment and retainage release of $8,582.00 recommended to Lexa Concrete, LLC
• Warren Avenue Permanent PFNA Treatment System: bi-weekly progress meetings with SUEZ ongoing

Borough Council

The council approved several ordinances, including one creating a cannabis conditional-use overlay zone and another requiring mortgagees to register and maintain vacant properties. A resolution for a shared-service agreement with Camden County for road rehabilitation was tabled. The council also authorized the sale of a property at 934 Alcyon Drive and approved a $2.44 million bill list.

• Approved Ordinance 09:14-22 establishing a cannabis conditional-use overlay zone in the land-use code
• Approved Ordinance 08:10-22 requiring registration and maintenance of vacant and abandoned properties by mortgagees
• Approved Ordinance 08:11-22 authorizing the sale of Block 33, Lot 21.18 (934 Alcyon Drive)
• Approved Ordinance 08:12-22 amending solid-waste collection rules for multifamily dwellings
• Approved Ordinance 08:13-22 regulating personal portable storage containers
• Tabled Resolution 09:165-22 for a shared-service agreement with Camden County for road and concrete rehabilitation
• Approved Resolution 09:167-22 authorizing a property sale agreement with Joseph Grimaldi for 934 Alcyon Drive
• Approved Resolution 09:171-22 approving the September bill list totaling $2,440,671.96

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding its regular caucus meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, including reports from the engineer, departments, solicitor, and committees, followed by a public portion and new business. The only substantive item is a resolution to enter executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters.

• Resolution #9:01-22C: Executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters

The Bellmawr Borough Council held a caucus meeting with no formal votes on ordinances or resolutions. The engineer reported on a Safe Routes to School grant for intersection improvements at Peach Road and Victory Drive, which is in early stages. The council also heard updates on water main breaks, park closures for lantern fly treatment, and police car ordering delays. A closed session resolution was approved for personnel and attorney-client matters.

• Approved Resolution #09:01-22C for closed session on personnel and attorney-client matters (unanimous)
• Discussed Safe Routes to School grant for Peach Road & Victory Drive intersection improvements (no vote taken)
• Noted police car orders delayed to 2023 model year
• Lake Drive park to close Friday to Tuesday for lantern fly treatment
• Major league fields closed Sept 26-30 for flooding issues

Land Use Board

The Land Use Board unanimously approved a single-family dwelling at 300 Saunders Avenue with bulk variances for lot depth, size, and width, subject to conditions including sidewalks and a handicapped ramp. The board also re-elected its chairman and vice chairman.

• Approved bulk variances for lot depth, size, and width to construct a single-family home at 300 Saunders Avenue (unanimous)
• Re-elected Kenneth Murray as Chairman (unanimous)
• Re-elected Josh Haas as Vice Chairman (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council will hold its regular meeting, introducing four ordinances and considering resolutions. Key items include a vacant property registration ordinance, a land sale, and a resolution supporting a cannabis license. The meeting also includes routine approvals and appointments.

• Ordinance 08:10-22: Vacant and abandoned property registration and fees
• Ordinance 08-11-22: Sale of land at 934 Alcyon Drive (Block 33, Lot 21.18)
• Ordinance 08:12-22: Solid waste collection for multifamily dwellings
• Resolution #08:150-22: Letter of support for cannabis license to NJ Green Therapeutics LLC
• Resolution #08:153-22: August bill list for $5,102,653.66

The Bellmawr Borough Council approved four ordinances and a consent agenda of resolutions, including measures on vacant property registration, solid waste collection for multifamily dwellings, and regulation of portable storage containers. The council also authorized a shared service agreement with Gloucester City for roadwork, approved tax exemptions for disabled veterans, and appointed part-time DPW and EMT employees. The meeting was brief, with no public comments.

• Approved ordinance 08-10-22 on vacant and abandoned property registration and fees (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance 08-11-22 authorizing sale of land at 934 Alcyon Drive (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance 08-12-22 amending solid waste collection for multifamily dwellings (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance 08-13-22 regulating personal portable storage containers (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including shared service agreement with Gloucester City for roadwork (unanimous)
• Approved resolution 08-150-22 authorizing letter of local support for cannabis license to NJ Green Therapeutics LLC (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of two part-time DPW employees (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of two part-time EMT employees (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding a caucus meeting with routine reports from the engineer, departments, solicitor, and committees. The only substantive action is a resolution to enter executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Resolution #8:01-22C: Executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters

The council approved a resolution authorizing the fire department to apply for a state grant and unanimously voted to enter closed session for personnel and attorney-client matters. No public comment was heard. The meeting adjourned after closed session with no further business.

• Approved Resolution #08:140-22 authorizing fire department grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #08:01-22C for closed session on personnel and attorney-client matters (unanimous)
• Entered closed session at 6:04 pm, exited at 7:13 pm, adjourned at 7:14 pm

Land Use Board

The Bellmawr Joint Land Use Board is meeting to consider resolutions for four cases, including a conditional use approval for Curaleaf NJ II. No new cases are on the agenda, and the board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Case 07-2022: Block 43, lot 14, proposed 4x4 covered/enclosed entrance
• Case 08-2022: Block 102 lots 9 & 9.01, rear yard setback and lot coverage
• Case 09-2022: Curaleaf NJ II, conditional use approval
• Case 03-2022: Block 88, lot 4, Hendrickson Ave, minor subdivision

The Joint Land Use Board met on August 1, 2022, and approved four resolutions for cases previously heard. No new cases were on the agenda. The board also noted there was no July meeting.

• Adopted resolution for Case 07-2022 (Block 43, lot 14) - proposed 4x4 covered/enclosed entrance
• Adopted resolution for Case 08-2022 (Block 102, lots 9 & 9.01) - rear yard setback & lot coverage
• Adopted resolution for Case 09-2022 (Curaleaf NJ II) - conditional use approval
• Adopted resolution for Case 03-2022 (Block 88, lot 4, Hendrickson Ave.) - minor subdivision

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions: one to rescind a previously awarded security camera upgrade contract and award it to a different company, and another to approve the July bill list. The council will also enter executive session to discuss contract matters related to redevelopment agreements.

• Resolution #07:138-22 rescinding contract with Ozitus International, Inc. and awarding security camera upgrades to Independent Alarm Incorporated
• Resolution #07:139-22 approving July bill list for $3,447,186.43
• Executive session on Bellmawr Redevelopment Agreements with Bellmawr Waterfront Development and the Bellmawr Redevelopment Agency

The Bellmawr Borough Council held a special meeting on July 25, 2022, and took two substantive actions. It rescinded a prior contract with Ozitus International, Inc. for security camera upgrades and awarded the contract to Independent Alarm Incorporated. The council also approved the July bill list totaling $3,447,186.43. An executive session was held regarding redevelopment agreements, but no decisions were made publicly.

• Rescinded Resolution #06:122-23 awarding security camera contract to Ozitus International, Inc. (all in favor)
• Awarded security camera upgrade contract to Independent Alarm Incorporated (all in favor)
• Approved July bill list for $3,447,186.43 (all in favor)
• Held executive session on redevelopment agreements with Bellmawr Waterfront Development (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include the second reading and adoption of three bond ordinances totaling over $2.3 million for capital equipment, capital improvements, and water utility system upgrades. The council will also vote on multiple contracts for road and security projects, as well as license renewals for local establishments.

• Bond Ordinance #05:07-22: $1,267,230 for capital equipment and improvements, issuing up to $966,368 in bonds
• Bond Ordinance #05:08-22: $1,100,000 for Water Utility System improvements, issuing up to $1,100,000 in bonds
• Ordinance #05:09-22: Amends code for vacant and abandoned properties, requiring registration and fees
• Resolution #06:121-22: Award contract to Lexa Concrete, LLC for Victory Drive improvements for $231,425.70
• Resolution #06:123-22: Award contract to Paving Plus, LLC for Devenney Drive reconstruction for $231,262.30

The Bellmawr Borough Council adopted three ordinances, including two bond ordinances for capital improvements and one for vacant property registration. It also approved a consent agenda of resolutions awarding contracts for road and security projects, renewing liquor and club licenses, appointing employees, and approving the June bill list. All votes were unanimous except for two inactive liquor license renewals, which passed 4-1 with Councilman Casey voting no.

• Adopted bond ordinance #05:07-22 for $1,267,230 capital equipment/improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted bond ordinance #05:08-22 for $1,100,000 water utility improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance #05:09-22 on vacant/abandoned property registration (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to Lexa Concrete for Victory Drive improvements ($231,425.70)
• Awarded contract to Ozitus International for security camera upgrades ($110,859.40)
• Awarded contract to Paving Plus for Devenney Drive reconstruction ($231,262.30)
• Renewed inactive liquor licenses for Ten 9 Corp and Bellmawr Redevelopment Partners (4-1, Casey no)
• Approved June bill list of $1,005,853.15

Borough Council

The Borough of Bellmawr Mayor and Council held a caucus meeting on June 14, 2022. The agenda consisted primarily of procedural items, including roll call, departmental reports, and the approval of minutes from the May 10 meeting. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings were listed in the new business section.

• Approval of Minutes for May 10th Caucus Meeting
• Resolution #6:01-22C: Executive Session for Personnel & Attorney Client Privilege Matters

The Bellmawr Borough Council held a caucus meeting with no substantive public decisions. They approved the May 10, 2022 caucus minutes and unanimously authorized an executive session for personnel and attorney-client matters. Reports covered road paving, sewer work, a $422,000 Safe Routes grant, and a request to hire seven full-time police employees within budget.

• Approved May 10, 2022 caucus minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized executive session for personnel and attorney-client matters (unanimous)

Land Use Board

The Bellmawr Land Use Board will review three new cases on June 6, 2022. The agenda includes a proposed conditional use approval for Curaleaf NJ II, a request for a 4x4 covered entrance, and a request to modify rear yard set-backs and lot coverage. No specific dollar amounts or street names are listed in the agenda text.

• Case 09-2022: Proposed Conditional Use Approval for Curaleaf NJ II
• Case 07-2022: Proposed 4x4 Covered/Enclosed entrance at Block 43, lot 14
• Case 08-2022: Rear yard set-back & lot coverage modification at Block 102 lots 9 & 9.01

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review several resolutions regarding municipal contracts, tax refunds, and staff appointments. The meeting also includes first readings for bond ordinances related to capital improvements and water utility systems.

• Approval of May bill list totaling $4,622,540.88
• Contract for Code Enforcement Case Management Services with GOGOV, INC.
• Contract for backup disaster recovery solutions with Premier Technology Solutions, LLC
• Ordinance regarding annual cannabis permit fees and escrow fees
• Ordinance amending the code for Vacant and Abandoned Properties registration and fees

The Bellmawr Borough Council introduced three bond ordinances totaling over $2.37 million for capital equipment, improvements, and water utility upgrades, and adopted an ordinance setting annual cannabis permit fees. The council also approved a consent agenda including contracts, refunds, and appointments, and passed a resolution approving the May bill list for $4,622,540.88.

• Introduced $1,267,230 bond ordinance for capital equipment and improvements (5-0)
• Introduced $1,100,000 bond ordinance for water utility capital improvements (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending vacant and abandoned properties registration (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending Chapter 260 Land Use and Development, Cannabis (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance for annual cannabis permit fees and escrow fees (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including contracts with GOGOV, Inc. and Premier Technology Solutions (5-0)
• Approved resolution for NJDOT grant application for Devenney Drive Phase II, Union Avenue, and Warren Avenue (5-0)
• Approved May bill list for $4,622,540.88 (5-0)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding its May 10, 2022 caucus meeting, which includes reports from the engineer, departments, solicitor, and committees, as well as a public portion. The main actionable item is a resolution to insert special revenue into the budget, and the council will also enter executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters.

• Resolution #05:107-22 to insert special item of revenue into the budget pursuant to N.J.S.A 40A:4-87
• Approval of minutes from April 12th caucus meeting
• Executive session on personnel and attorney-client privilege matters

The Bellmawr Borough Council held a caucus meeting on May 10, 2022, where they approved the minutes from the April 12, 2022 caucus meeting and a resolution to insert special revenue into the budget. They also voted to enter executive session for about two hours, with no further business conducted afterward. Most of the meeting was dedicated to department reports and updates, with no other formal decisions made.

• Approved minutes from April 12, 2022 caucus meeting (all in favor)
• Approved resolution #05:107-22 for special item of revenue insertion (all in favor)
• Approved resolution #05:01-22C to enter executive session (all in favor)
• Moved out of executive session (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:38 pm (all in favor)

Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board will meet to adopt a resolution regarding the Master Plan re-examination report and amendments. The board will also review an application for a two-family dwelling at 3 Hendrickson Ave.

• Adoption of Resolution for Master Plan re-examination report and amendments
• Use variance application for a two-story, two-family dwelling at 3 Hendrickson Ave (Block 88, Lot 4)
• Adoption of Resolution for 132 N. Black Horse Pike, Speedy Gas Station

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to adopt the 2022 municipal budget and several ordinances, including one setting annual cannabis permit fees and another authorizing $500,000 in bonds for water utility improvements. The agenda also includes numerous resolutions for police and fire department appointments, reimbursements, and the approval of the April bill list totaling $2,231,372.38.

• Ordinance #04:06-22: annual cannabis permit fees and escrow for recreational cannabis facilities
• Ordinance #03:05-22: $500,000 bond for water utility system improvements
• Resolution #04:97-22: adopting the 2022 Municipal Budget
• Resolutions #04:83-22 to #04:87-22: police department appointments (Lieutenant, Sergeant, Corporals, Patrolman)
• Resolution #04:106-22: April bill list for $2,231,372.38

The Bellmawr Borough Council adopted the 2022 municipal budget and approved multiple police department promotions, including a lieutenant, sergeant, corporals, and a patrolman. The council also introduced an ordinance for cannabis permit fees and adopted ordinances for the salary schedule, a cap bank, and a $500,000 water utility bond. Several resolutions were passed, including appointments and reimbursements.

• Adopted 2022 Municipal Budget (all in favor)
• Approved police promotions: Lieutenant, Sergeant, 2 Corporals, Patrolman (all in favor)
• Introduced cannabis permit fee ordinance (all in favor)
• Adopted 2022 Salary Ordinance (all in favor)
• Adopted Cap Bank ordinance (all in favor)
• Authorized $500,000 water utility bond ordinance (all in favor)
• Approved April bill list for $2,231,372.38 (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions including reimbursements and appointments (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting for a caucus session to review department reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes resolutions regarding engineering services for water tank maintenance and the re-appointment of the Registered Municipal Clerk.

• Non-fair and open contract award to RPM Engineers for Leaf and Bell Water Tank Maintenance
• Re-appointment of Francine M. Wright as Registered Municipal Clerk
• Approval of March 8th Caucus Meeting minutes

Land Use Board

This is the agenda for the Bellmawr Combined Land Use Board meeting on April 4, 2022. The agenda lists two signed resolutions (02-2022A and 02-2022B) as meeting materials, but provides no details on their content or any other substantive items. The agenda is otherwise procedural and lacks specifics on what will be decided or discussed.

• Signed resolution 02-2022A
• Signed resolution 02-2022B

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding a special meeting on March 31, 2022, at 4:00 pm. The agenda includes a public portion, new business, and a resolution to enter executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters. No other substantive items are listed.

• Resolution #3:02-22C: Executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review a presentation of the 2022 Municipal Budget and consider several bond ordinances for road reconstruction and water utility improvements. The meeting also includes resolutions regarding shared services, staff appointments, and tax refunds.

• Bond Ordinance #02:01-22 for $1,569,600.00 for road reconstruction and capital equipment
• Bond Ordinance #03:03-22 for $850,000.00 for an ION Exchange Resin Filtration System
• Bond Ordinance #0im03:05-22 for $500,000.00 for water utility system renovations
• Resolution #03:79-22 approving the March bill list for $1,934,423.22
• Resolution #03:67-22 for a Camden County Open Space Grant application for a pickleball court

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a bond ordinance for $850,000 to fund an ION Exchange Resin Filtration System for the water utility. The agenda also includes a temporary capital budget resolution, approval of previous meeting minutes, and an executive session for personnel and attorney-client matters. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Bond ordinance #03:03-22: $850,000 for ION Exchange Resin Filtration System for Water Utility System
• Resolution #03:64-22: Temporary Capital Budget
• Approval of minutes from February 8th Caucus Meeting
• Executive session on personnel and attorney-client privilege matters

The Bellmawr Borough Council met on March 8, 2022, and approved the minutes from the February 8 caucus meeting. They also approved Resolution #03:64-22, the Temporary Capital Budget, and Resolution #03:01-22C to enter executive session. The meeting included reports from the borough engineer, DPW director, and solicitor, with discussions on various projects and events. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from February 8, 2022, Caucus Meeting (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution #03:64-22 Temporary Capital Budget (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution #03:01-22C to enter executive session (all in favor)

Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board meeting scheduled for March 07, 2022, was cancelled. There were no cases on the agenda for review.

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to vote on a series of resolutions and two ordinances. Key actions include a $1.57 million bond ordinance for road reconstruction and capital equipment, letters of support for two cannabis license applicants, and approval of a $2.63 million bill list. The agenda also includes appointments to the EMT Division and routine administrative items.

• Bond ordinance 02:01-22 authorizing $1,569,600 for road reconstruction and capital equipment, with up to $282,120 in bonds
• Resolution 02:56-22 authorizing a letter of local support for a cannabis license to Sriven Labs, LLC
• Resolution 02:57-22 authorizing a letter of local support for a cannabis license to Organic Leaf LLC
• Resolution 02:62-22 approving February bill list for $2,631,705.65
• Resolutions 02:50-22 and 02:51-22 appointing Lieutenants for the EMT Division

The Bellmawr Borough Council approved a bond ordinance authorizing $1,569,600 for road reconstruction and capital equipment, and adopted the 2022 salary ordinance. Two EMT lieutenants were appointed, and a consent agenda covering CDBG applications, cannabis support letters, and budget resolutions passed unanimously. The meeting included an executive session on personnel and legal matters.

• Approved bond ordinance #02:01-22 for $1,569,600 road reconstruction and capital equipment (all in favor)
• Adopted 2022 salary ordinance #02:02-22 (all in favor)
• Appointed Michael Cox as EMT Lieutenant (all in favor)
• Appointed Robert Ridgway as EMT Lieutenant (all in favor)
• Approved consent resolutions #02:52-22 through #02:60-22, including CDBG application, cannabis support letters, and budget approvals (all in favor)
• Appointed Scott Irwin as part-time EMT employee (all in favor)
• Approved February bill list for $2,631,705.65 (all in favor)
• Held executive session on personnel and attorney-client matters (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding its February 8, 2022 caucus meeting, which includes routine reports from the engineer, departments, solicitor, and committees. The only listed action is approval of the January 11th caucus meeting minutes, followed by a resolution to enter executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters. The agenda is largely procedural with no substantive public decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 11th caucus meeting
• Resolution #2:01-22C: Executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters

The Bellmawr Borough Council held a caucus meeting with all members present. They approved the minutes from the January 11th caucus meeting and authorized an executive session. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural, with reports from officials and a public comment about street lighting and repaving.

• Approved minutes from January 11th caucus meeting (all in favor)
• Authorized executive session via resolution #2:01-22C (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and vote on a series of resolutions. Key actions include appointing a police sergeant, authorizing reimbursements, approving a tax exemption for a disabled veteran, selling borough vehicles, and potentially issuing a zoning compliance letter for a cannabis facility. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Resolution #01:42-22: Appointment of Sergeant for the Police Department
• Resolution #01:43-22: Reimbursement of $49.40 to Yasoob Hason for duplicate payment
• Resolution #01:44-22: Reimbursement of $4,000 to Mike Properties for vacant property registration fees
• Resolution #01:45-22: Tax exemption for 100% disabled American Veteran
• Resolution #01:49-22: Authorizing zoning compliance cannabis facility support letter

The Bellmawr Borough Council approved the promotion of Jared J. Walton to Sergeant in the Police Department, and he was sworn in during the meeting. The council also approved several consent resolutions, including reimbursements, a tax exemption, the sale of borough vehicles, budget transfers, and the January bill list. A resolution authorizing a cannabis facility support letter was also passed.

• Approved appointment of Jared J. Walton as Police Sergeant (all in favor)
• Approved reimbursement of $49.40 to Yasoob Hason for duplicate payment (consent)
• Approved reimbursement of $4,000 to Mike Properties for vacant property fees (consent)
• Approved tax exemption for 100% disabled American Veteran (consent)
• Approved sale of borough-owned vehicles and equipment at public auction (consent)
• Approved 2022 reserve budget appropriation transfers (consent)
• Approved January bill list for $4,286,082.51 (all in favor)
• Authorized mayor to issue cannabis facility support letter (all in favor)

Borough Council

The Bellmawr Borough Council is holding a caucus meeting on January 11, 2022, at 5:00 pm via Zoom. The agenda includes routine reports from the engineer, departments, solicitor, and committees, as well as a public portion and new business. The only listed resolution is to enter executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters. The agenda is otherwise procedural with no substantive action items listed.

• Resolution #1:01-22C – Executive session for personnel and attorney-client privilege matters
• Reports from Engineer Steve Bach (Bach Associates), Public Works Director Joseph Ciano, and Emergency Management Dan DiRenzo
• Public portion for resident comments

The Bellmawr Borough Council met in caucus on January 11, 2022, receiving reports from the engineer, DPW director, and council committees. No substantive public decisions were made; the only action was a unanimous vote to enter executive session, with no business conducted afterward. The meeting adjourned after the closed session.

• Approved resolution #1:01-22C to enter executive session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to exit executive session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Land Use Board

The Bellmawr Joint Land Use Board is meeting to reorganize for 2022 and to consider a single application (Case# 02-2022) for a use variance and minor subdivision. The applicant seeks approval to continue using a standalone parking lot as the principal use after subdividing the property at Block 173.04, Lot 4. The agenda is otherwise routine, including roll call, minutes approval, and public comment.

• Case# 02-2022: Use Variance & Minor Subdivision for Block 173.04 Lot 4
• Reorganization for 2022
• Public portion for resident comments

The Joint Land Use Board held its annual reorganization, electing Daniel DiRenzo as Chairman, Ken Murray as Vice-Chairman, Ray Staszak as Secretary, and reappointing Steve Bach as Engineer/Planner and Michael McKenna as Solicitor. The board also set its meeting schedule and approved a hybrid in-person/virtual format for February and March. No substantive land-use decisions were made; the only application (Case# 02-2022) was introduced but not acted upon.

• Elected Daniel DiRenzo as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Ken Murray as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Ray Staszak as Secretary (unanimous)
• Reappointed Steve Bach as Board Engineer/Planner (unanimous)
• Reappointed Michael McKenna as Board Solicitor (unanimous)
• Designated Courier Post & Philadelphia Inquirer as official newspapers (unanimous)
• Adopted annual meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved hybrid in-person/virtual meetings for February and March (unanimous)

Borough Council

This is the annual reorganization meeting of the Bellmawr Borough Council. The council will swear in elected officials, nominate and swear in a Council President, and consider a series of routine resolutions to set up the borough's operations for 2022, including establishing committees, designating depositories and newspapers, authorizing professional service agreements, and making appointments to boards and commissions.

• Resolution #01:06-22 establishing interest on delinquent taxes, water, sewer, and assessments
• Resolution #01:13-22 authorizing an annual fee for mailing meeting notices
• Resolution #01:20-22 authorizing the Tax Collector to accept partial payment for property taxes
• Resolution #01:29-22 agreement with Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center for animal sheltering services
• Resolution #01:34-22 authorizing a temporary budget for 2022

The Bellmawr Borough Council held its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in Councilman Craig R. Wilhelm and new Councilman William R. Evans, and electing Raymond Bider as Council President. The council approved a series of consent resolutions (01:01-22 through 01:35-22) covering routine administrative matters for 2022, including appointments, designations, and agreements. Additionally, the council made specific appointments to boards and positions, and adopted the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual.

• Swore in Councilman Craig R. Wilhelm after certification of election
• Swore in Councilman William R. Evans to fill vacancy for unexpired term
• Elected Raymond Bider as Council President for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent resolutions #01:01-22 to #01:35-22 (unanimous)
• Appointed Frank R. Filipek to Bellmawr Redevelopment Authority (unanimous)
• Appointed Carol Carey as Senior Coordinator (unanimous)
• Appointed Francine M. Wright as Affirmative Action Officer and Human Resource Director (unanimous)
• Adopted Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual and Employee Handbook (unanimous)