Boonton public meetings in 2022

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the budget for the Department of Public Works, Fire Department, and Office of Emergency Management. The meeting is open to the public, with a public comment period. No other substantive items are listed.

• Budget work session: Department of Public Works, Fire Department, OEM

The Mayor and Town Council held a work session to review proposed budgets for the OEM, Fire Department, and Department of Public Works. No formal votes were taken on the budget items during this session.

Board of Health

The Boonton Board of Health is meeting to review routine monthly reports from the Health Officer, Vital Statistics, and Animal Control for September through November 2022. The agenda includes approval of minutes, officer reports, and public comment periods. No new business or discussion items are listed, indicating a procedural meeting focused on receiving updates.

• Retail food inspections: 30+ inspections in September, all satisfactory except Junior's Pizza (not posted) and The Blended Bistro (conditional)
• Septic inspections at 336 Wootton Street (satisfactory)
• Animal control: complaints about a pig at 1010 Cedar Street, chickens at 940 and 740 Wootton Street, and multiple dog licensing issues
• Vital statistics fees: $1,026 total for 2022 (as of September), $120 in October, $1,085 in November (includes October and November)
• COVID-19: 829 confirmed cases year-to-date as of September 30

The December meeting of the Board of Health was cancelled because a quorum was not met. No substantive decisions were made.

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting on December 19, 2022, starting with a closed session for contract negotiations, followed by an open public session. The agenda includes a consent agenda with resolutions covering the 2023 meeting schedule, approval of minutes, payment of vouchers, a water/sewer charge cancellation, contracts for server upgrades and a printer, a live scan system, appointments of two Class 2 Special Law Enforcement Officers, and a professional services contract for the William Street drainage project. The meeting will also feature presentations from the Morris County Surrogate and about the Darress Theatre, and will accept the resignation of a police officer.

• Resolution 22-298: Agreement with T.M. Corigliano Towing, LLC for loaning emergency vehicles
• Resolution 22-299: Contract with Nisivoccia Consulting, LLC for server upgrades and equipment, $34,470.00
• Resolution 22-300: Contract with Nisivoccia Consulting, LLC for Epson SureColor printer/scanner, $4,842.00
• Resolution 22-301: Contract for Live Scan System/Maintenance with IDEMIA, $21,532.00
• Resolution 22-304: Professional services contract to Mott Macdonald for William Street Drainage Improvement Project

The Town Council approved an ordinance allowing Class 5 Cannabis License holders in Sub Area One of the Division Street Redevelopment Plan. The council also updated the policy for developer communications and set the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved Ordinance 26-22 to allow cannabis businesses in Division Street Sub Area One (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 28-22 requiring developers to provide written notice to the Town Clerk before meeting with officials (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-294 setting 2023 Mayor and Town Council meeting dates (8-1)
• Approved Resolution 22-299 for server upgrades and equipment from Nisivoccia Consulting, LLC for $34,470.00
• Approved Resolution 22-300 for a wireless printer and scanner from Nisivoccia Consulting, LLC for $4,842.00
• Approved Resolution 22-301 for Live Scan System/Maintenance from Idemia Identity & Security for $21,532.00
• Appointed Kyle Lindsay and Justin Ehrhard as Class 2 Special Law Enforcement Officers at $25.00 per hour
• Awarded professional services contracts to Mott Macdonald ($14,150), Newmark Knight Frank Valuation & Advisory ($8,000), and Topology (not to exceed $6,000)

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council are holding a work session meeting, primarily to discuss departmental budgets for Police, Recreation, and Administration. The meeting includes a closed session for attorney-client privileged matters, followed by public comment. No formal votes are expected on substantive items.

• Budget work session for Police, Recreation, and Administration departments
• Closed session resolution 22-291 for attorney-client privilege discussion
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker

The Mayor and Town Council conducted a work session to review preliminary 2023 budget requests for the Police, Recreation, and Administration departments. CFO Michael Yazdi noted the current budget reflects a 5% increase, exceeding the typical 2% goal. No formal budget approvals were made during this session.

• Approved Resolution 22-291 to recess into closed session for attorney/client privilege (Voice Vote: In Favor)

Planning Board

The Boonton Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with a referral to consider an amendment to the Division Street Redevelopment Plan. The agenda includes routine items like bill payments, minutes approval, and public comment, but the main substantive item is the redevelopment plan amendment referral.

• Referral of amendment to Division Street Redevelopment Plan from Town Clerk
• Correspondence from Zeke Balan and Anthony Scozzafava regarding referral hearing
• Approval of minutes from September 14, 2022 meeting
• Payment of bills confirmed by Board Clerk

The Planning Board held an administrative hearing to review an amended re-development plan for Division Street. The board approved the plan following a presentation by Chris Colley of Topology.

• Approved Amended Division Street Re-Development Plan (10-0)
• Approved payment of bills as submitted
• Accepted minutes of the September 14, 2022 meeting

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for contract negotiations, followed by an open public meeting. The council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving minutes, paying vouchers, canceling water/sewer charges, transferring a liquor license, and approving a construction agreement. A public hearing is scheduled for an ordinance establishing rules for council meeting agendas and correspondence.

• Resolution 22-288: Transfer of Plenary Retail Distribution License from BASK Investments LLC (Buy Rite Liquors) to Krishna Wine & Liquor Inc. (House of Wine and Liquor) at 308E Wootton Street, effective December 12, 2022
• Ordinance 27-22: Public hearing to create Chapter 62 'Governing Body Meetings and Agendas' setting rules for agenda items and correspondence
• Resolution 22-290: Approve amended Temporary Construction Agreement with Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority for Pocket Park (Washington Street) and Canalside Park
• Resolution 22-287: Cancel water/sewer charges totaling $276.83 for three properties (1 Margaretta Rd., 15 Old Denville Rd., 423 Madison Street)
• Resolution 22-289: Remove 13 Highland Avenue in Montville from tax sale for water delinquency payment arrangement

The Mayor and Town Council approved an ordinance establishing procedures for adding items to meeting agendas and handling correspondence. The council also approved a consent agenda including a liquor license transfer and a construction agreement with the RVRSA.

• Approved Ordinance No. 27-22 establishing rules for governing body meetings and agendas
• Approved transfer of Plenary Retail Distribution License to Krishna Wine & Liquor Inc. (House of Wine and Liquor)
• Approved Amended Temporary Construction Agreement with Rockawa Valley Regional Sewerage Authority (RVRSA)
• Approved payment of vouchers
• Approved meeting minutes from November 7 and November 21, 2022
• Canceled water/sewer charges for 1 Margaretta Rd ($44.82), 15 Old Denville Rd ($89.76), and 423 Madison Street ($142.25)
• Removed 13 Highland Avenue from the Township of Montville's tax sale
• Denied motion to remove Paragraph C from Section 62-3 of Ordinance No. 27-22 due to a tie vote

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a work session meeting on December 1, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. The agenda includes departmental discussions on Public Works and Finance & Personnel, followed by a public comment period. The meeting is procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Departmental discussion: Public Works
• Departmental discussion: Finance & Personnel
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker

The Town Council conducted a work session to discuss Public Works updates, budget planning, and personnel matters. No formal votes or substantive legislative decisions were made during this session.

• No substantive decisions were made; meeting was a work session for discussion

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting on November 21, 2022, via Zoom. The agenda includes a closed session, financial updates, citizen of the year nominations, and a consent agenda with resolutions for voucher payments, professional service contracts, a corrective action plan, budget transfers, capital appropriation cancellations, and the issuance of bond anticipation notes. The most consequential item is the authorization of up to $1,500,000 in bond anticipation notes for water utility improvements.

• Resolution 22-282: Issue up to $1,500,000 in bond anticipation notes for water utility improvements (bond ordinance #13-2021)
• Resolution 22-277: Award appraisal contract to Newmark Knight Frank for 125 Madison Street ($2,500 fee, aggregate $8,000)
• Resolution 22-278: Award appraisal contract to Newmark Knight Frank for 100 Fulton Street ($4,000 fee, aggregate $8,000)
• Resolution 22-280: Transfer $61,500 in 2022 appropriations, including $50,000 for police overtime
• Resolution 22-281: Cancel $105,202.99 in unexpended capital appropriation for Darress Theater acquisition

The Town Council approved updated fire prevention fees and a new business insurance registration requirement. The body also agreed to implement twice-monthly work session meetings starting December 1, 2022, to increase transparency.

• Named Marilyn Ward as Citizen of the Year – 2022
• Approved updated fire prevention registration and permit fees (Ordinance 24-22)
• Approved new business insurance registration requirements and $25 fee (Ordinance 25-22)
• Approved $2,500 appraisal contract for 125 Madison Street
• Denied appraisal contract for 100 Fulton Street
• Cancelled $105,202.99 in general capital appropriation balances for Darress Theater
• Introduced ordinance to allow cannabis businesses in Division Street Redevelopment Plan Sub Area One
• Tabled ordinance regarding prior notice by developers of meetings

Planning Board

The Boonton Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for November 9, 2022, at 7:30 PM has been cancelled because there are no scheduled public hearings or votes on resolutions. The next meeting is set for December 14, 2022, at 7:30 PM, unless otherwise stated.

• Meeting cancelled due to no scheduled public hearings or votes on resolutions
• Next meeting scheduled for December 14, 2022 at 7:30 PM

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting on November 7, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom and in person. The agenda includes a presentation of the 2021 audit, a resolution to recess into closed session, and a consent agenda with resolutions for police appointments, promotions, tax lien redemptions, and other administrative items. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per speaker.

• 2021 audit presentation by Dieter P. Lerch of Lerch, Vinci & Bliss, LLP
• Resolution 22-259: Appoint Nicole Montemorano as Probationary Police Officer effective Nov 30, 2022
• Resolution 22-262/263: Promote Michael Gulla and Joseph Bolcar to Sergeant at $126,500 annual salary
• Resolution 22-264: Promote Anthony LiMandri to Lieutenant at $139,150 annual salary
• Resolution 22-266/267/268: Redeem tax sale certificates for properties at 331 Church St, 616 Main St, and another

The Mayor and Town Council approved several police appointments and promotions, authorized the purchase of a new fire truck, and voted to modify the Division Street Redevelopment Plan to allow cannabis retail. The council also certified compliance with the 2021 annual audit.

• Approved purchase of fire truck via HGAC program not to exceed $1,042,267.39
• Authorized modification of Division Street Redevelopment Plan for up to 2 cannabis retail licenses (6-2)
• Promoted Michael Gulla and Joseph Bolcar to Sergeant ($126,500 salary) and Anthony LiMandri to Lieutenant ($139,150 salary)
• Appointed Nicole Montemorano, Joseph Ferris, and Nicholas Evans as police officers
• Approved $39,982 contract with Suburban Consulting Engineers for Green Street water tank project
• Approved $3,980 contract with Suburban Consulting Engineers for monitoring well sampling
• Authorized $6,983.49 change order for Reservoir Drive Improvements-Phase 1
• Certified compliance with the 2021 annual audit (9-0)

Board of Health

The Boonton Board of Health is meeting to approve minutes and receive reports from the Health Officer, Vital Statistics, Animal Control, and Town Council for September 2022. The agenda includes no new business or public hearings, so the meeting is primarily procedural, with discussion limited to the reports and citizen comments.

• Vital Statistics report: 84 death certificates, 1 marriage certificate, 10 marriage licenses; total fees $475.00 for September
• Animal Control report: pig at 1010 Cedar Street ordered removed; unlicensed dogs at 51 Lorraine Terrace; raccoon incidents on Old Boonton Road
• Dog bite incident at 324 Lathrop Ave involving unlicensed dog; owner licensed dog on 9/6
• Chicken complaints at 940 and 740 Wootton Street; one in compliance, one to fix fencing
• Two cats from evicted resident at 618 Main Street placed on 10-day hold at RAH

The October meeting of the Board of Health did not take place because the required quorum was not met. No decisions were made or business conducted.

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting on October 17, 2022, starting with a closed session on possible litigation. The open session includes a presentation by the water engineer on a water treatment technique violation, followed by public comment. The council will also consider correspondence from the Christmas Parade Committee requesting a donation and town resources, and from the Kiwanis First Aid Squad for use of a municipal parking lot. The consent agenda includes resolutions for salary increases, a union contract, and tax lien redemptions.

• Water treatment technique violation presentation by Andrew Holt, Suburban Consulting Engineers
• Christmas Parade Committee requests $800+ donation, DPW trucks, and Main Street closure for Nov. 26 parade
• Kiwanis First Aid Squad requests approval to use municipal parking lot for pumpkin sale on Oct. 23
• Resolution 22-246: 2.25% salary increase for department heads and non-union employees
• Resolution 22-250: Collective negotiations agreement with Street and Water Employees (2020-2027)

The Boonton Town Council adopted ordinances raising sewer and water utility rates by 10% for 2022, effective November 1, 2022. The council also approved a 2.25% salary increase for department heads and non-union employees, and awarded a $16,218 contract for the Santa Land roof replacement. A grant application was authorized for $1.5 million to restore the historic train trestle into a pedestrian bridge.

• Adopted 10% sewer and water rate increases for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2.25% salary increase for department heads and non-union employees (unanimous)
• Awarded $16,218 Santa Land roof replacement contract to Northeast Roof Maintenance (unanimous)
• Authorized $1.5M grant application for train trestle pedestrian bridge (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 donation to Christmas Parade Committee (voice vote)
• Approved $45,000 appropriation from Water Capital Fund for Green Street drainage (unanimous)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Street and Water Employees union (unanimous)
• Approved creation of Sponsor-A-Bench program (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Boonton Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for October 12, 2022, at 7:30 PM is cancelled because there are no scheduled public hearings or votes on resolutions. The next meeting is set for November 9, 2022, at 7:30 PM.

• Meeting cancelled due to no scheduled public hearings or votes on resolutions
• Next meeting scheduled for November 9, 2022 at 7:30 PM

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a closed session for litigation, followed by an open public meeting. The council will consider a request from a film crew to waive the 7 p.m. filming curfew for a movie shoot at 911 Main St., and will also discuss a letter from Rockaway Township terminating a shared health services agreement. Several resolutions are on the consent agenda, including appointments to the volunteer fire department and an interlocal water service agreement.

• Film permit waiver request for 'Dumb Money' filming at 911 Main St. on Oct. 20, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.
• Rockaway Township terminating public health shared services agreement effective March 12, 2023
• Resolution 22-228 endorsing NJDEP Treatment Works Approval for Monroe Street Holdings apartment project
• Resolution 22-229 authorizing interlocal water service agreement with Township of Boonton
• Appointments of James C. Harven and Stuart Dencker to Boonton Volunteer Fire Department

The council adopted Ordinance 16-22, amending Chapter 215 of the Town Code to update registration requirements for foreclosing, foreclosed, and vacant properties, including new fees and maintenance standards. The council also adopted ordinances adding a stop intersection at Birch and Liberty Streets, creating a school pickup line-up zone on Oak Street, updating the 2022 salary ordinance, and revising temporary sign regulations in the Main Street Commercial Historic District. Additionally, the council approved a consent agenda including resolutions for fire department appointments, a water consolidation study with Boonton Township, and a server upgrade contract.

• Adopted Ordinance 16-22 amending vacant/foreclosed property registration (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 17-22 adding Birch & Liberty Street stop intersection (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 18-22 creating school pickup line-up zone on Oak Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 19-22 fixing 2022 salaries for town officers and employees (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 20-22 revising temporary sign regulations in historic district (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions 22-225 through 22-237 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 21-22 setting 2022 sewer and water utility rates (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 22-22 creating a 'Sponsor-a-Bench' program (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Boonton Board of Health is meeting to approve minutes, receive reports from the Health Officer, Vital Statistics, and Animal Control for April through August 2022, and consider correspondence including a resignation and a contract termination. The agenda is largely routine, with no new business or discussion items listed.

• Resignation letter of Frank DeRienzo
• Rockaway Contract Termination letter
• Health Officer's Reports for April–August 2022
• Vital Statistics Reports for April–August 2022
• Animal Control Reports for April–August 2022

The Board of Health approved minutes from April 19, 2022, and accepted health officer, vital statistics, and animal control reports for April through August 2022. The board discussed vacancies and a candidate for a board seat, then voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss Rockaway Health Department's termination of the shared services contract. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved health officer, vital statistics, and animal control reports for April–August 2022 (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss Rockaway contract termination (unanimous)

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting on September 19, 2022, to vote on a consent agenda of resolutions and introduce several ordinances. Key actions include approving contracts for historic preservation, a road resurfacing grant application, and legal services, as well as introducing ordinances on stop intersections, parking time limits, salaries, signs, and water/sewer rates. The meeting is open to the public for comment.

• Contract with Connolly & Hickey Historical Architects for Dr. John Taylor House preservation plan, $30,000 total ($24,000 grant-funded)
• Contract with Connolly & Hickey for Civil War Memorial conditions assessment, $4,950 (grant-funded)
• Approval to apply for NJ DOT Local Transportation Projects Fund grant for Fanny Road resurfacing
• Professional services contract with Genova Burns LLC for litigation, not to exceed $50,000
• Introduction of ordinances: stop intersections, parking time limits/line up zones, salaries, signs, and water/sewer rates

The council approved six consent agenda resolutions, including contracts for historic preservation and a grant application for road resurfacing. A resolution to amend a legal services contract for public safety matters was also approved. The council introduced five ordinances on stop intersections, parking, salaries, signs, and utility rates.

• Approved consent agenda resolutions 22-217 through 22-222 (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 contract with Connolly & Hickey Historical Architects for Dr. John Taylor House preservation plan (unanimous)
• Approved $4,950 contract with Connolly & Hickey Historical Architects for Civil War Memorial conditions assessment (unanimous)
• Approved submission of LTPF grant application for Fanny Road resurfacing project (unanimous)
• Approved amendment of contract with Genova Burns LLC for legal services, not to exceed $50,000 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 17-22 amending stop intersections (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 18-22 amending parking time limits and creating line-up zones (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 19-22 amending salaries and wages for 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Boonton Planning Board is holding its regular meeting on September 14, 2022. The main item is a resolution to approve application 2022-04 by JS Realty of Boonton, LLC for a use variance with bulk variances at 1018 Main St. The agenda also includes routine items like bill payments, approval of prior minutes, and public comment.

• Resolution to approve application 2022-04 (JS Realty of Boonton, LLC) for use variance with bulk variances at 1018 Main St., Block 17, Lot 15.01
• Payment of bills
• Approval of minutes from August 10, 2022 regular meeting

The Planning Board approved a use variance and minor site plan for JS Realty LLC to convert a vacant second-floor commercial space at 1017 Main Street into a one-bedroom residential dwelling unit. The approval includes conditions such as a $1,000 contribution to the town's parking fund, removal of a metal sign frame, and refinishing the front door. The vote was unanimous in favor for both the variance and the resolution.

• Approved use variance and minor site plan for JS Realty LLC at 1017 Main Street (7-0)
• Approved resolution for the application (6-0)
• Approved payment of bills as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 10, 2022 meeting as presented

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for litigation, followed by an open session. They will consider several resolutions, including approving meeting minutes, paying vouchers, canceling water/sewer charges, and awarding contracts for building cleaning, document management, and IT equipment. The council will also discuss a request from Sts. Cyril & Methodius Church to close Hill Street for a parish picnic on September 25, 2022.

• Resolution 22-210: Award cleaning contract to Cleaning Services of Hudson Valley, Inc. for $40,000/year for two years (Oct 1, 2022 – Sep 30, 2024)
• Resolution 22-211: Authorize contract with The TAB Group for paper-free document management, not to exceed $10,000
• Resolution 22-212: Authorize purchase of computer and monitor from IProjectSolutions, LLC for $8,150
• Resolution 22-213: Authorize IT equipment purchase from Computer Square, Inc. for $25,800 for police department
• Resolution 22-214: Approve $4,950 grant for Boonton Civil War Memorial from Morris County Historical Preservation Trust Fund

The council approved a consent agenda including a $40,000 annual cleaning contract with Cleaning Services of Hudson Valley, Inc., and introduced an ordinance to register and maintain foreclosed and vacant properties. They also discussed amending the Division Street redevelopment plan to allow a cannabis business, but took no vote. A letter from Sts. Cyril & Methodius Church requesting a street closure for a parish picnic was noted with concerns about conflict with Boonton Day.

• Approved consent agenda resolutions 22-205 through 22-215 (unanimous)
• Awarded cleaning contract to Cleaning Services of Hudson Valley, Inc. for $40,000/year for two years (consent agenda)
• Introduced Ordinance 16-22 on registration of foreclosed and vacant properties (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 15-22 updating Fire Department code and creating Support Members section (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations from Frank DeRienzo (Board of Health) and Pamela O'Gorman (Library Board) (voice votes)
• Canceled water/sewer charges for inactive account at 9 Main Road, Montville ($239.18) (consent agenda)
• Authorized tax sale certificate redemption for 646 Cornelia Street ($3,921.37) (consent agenda)
• Approved $4,950 Morris County Historic Preservation grant for Boonton Civil War Memorial (consent agenda)

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2022 municipal budget, including amendments to appropriations. The meeting also includes a closed session for pending litigation, a proclamation for Women's Equality Day, and a request to close streets for the Santa Run. Several routine resolutions are on the consent agenda.

• Resolution 22-196: Amends 2022 budget, reducing solid waste collection by $31,419 and increasing library expenses by $31,419
• Resolution 22-198: Adopts 2022 municipal budget with total general appropriations of $15,370,955.37
• Resolution 22-201: Renews membership in Morris County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund for 3 years
• Request to close Main Street, Lathrop, Maple Ave, and Park Ave Extension for Santa Run on Nov 19, 2022
• Proclamation declaring August 26 as Women's Equality Day

The Boonton Town Council adopted the 2022 municipal budget totaling $15,370,955.37 after a public hearing with no comments. The council also passed several bond ordinances, including $1,000,000 for a new fire truck and $345,000 for new water meters. A resolution to cancel $238.83 in water/sewer charges for 677 Myrtle Avenue and $51.82 for 100 Monroe Street was approved. The meeting included a closed session for pending litigation and a proclamation declaring August 26 as Women's Equality Day.

• Adopted 2022 municipal budget of $15,370,955.37 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000,000 bond ordinance for new fire truck (unanimous)
• Approved $345,000 bond ordinance for new water meters (unanimous)
• Approved $58,000 bond ordinance for sewer generator rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved $1,071,000 bond ordinance for various capital improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $112,000 ordinance for water supply improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $128,000 ordinance for various improvements including Town Hall HVAC and Grace Lord Park lights (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including cancellation of water/sewer charges and appointment of Robert S. Kaiser Jr. to fire department (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Boonton Planning Board is meeting to consider three applications: a change of use with bulk variances for Myrtle Properties LLC, an amended application for TLK Management LLC's Whispering Woods hearing with variances, and a use variance with bulk variances for JS Realty of Boonton, LLC. The board will also pay bills, approve minutes, and take public comment on non-agenda matters.

• Approval of Application 2022-03 Myrtle Properties LLC, 218-220 Myrtle Ave., Block 70, Lot 11, change of use with bulk variances
• Amended Application 2021-10 TLK Management LLC, 424/436 Vreeland Ave., Block 122, Lot 9 & 9.01, Whispering Woods hearing with variances
• Application 2022-04 JS Realty of Boonton, LLC, 1018 Main St., Block 17, Lot 15.01, use variance with bulk variances
• Payment of bills
• Approval of minutes from July 13, 2022 meeting

The Boonton Planning Board approved an amended application from TLK Management LLC for a 16-unit age-restricted development at 424-436 Vreeland Street, adding two affordable housing units as part of a litigation settlement. The board also approved a use variance and minor site plan for Myrtle Properties LLC to convert commercial space to a residential unit at 218-220 Myrtle Avenue, and approved a use variance for JS Realty of Boonton LLC to create a one-bedroom apartment at 1018 Main St. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved amended TLK Management LLC site plan with 2 added affordable units (7-0)
• Approved Myrtle Properties LLC use variance and minor site plan for residential conversion (7-0)
• Approved JS Realty of Boonton LLC use variance for apartment conversion (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills (unanimous)
• Accepted July 13, 2022 minutes as presented

Historic Preservation Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Boonton Historic Preservation Commission. The agenda contains only the meeting time and location, with no listed agenda items, so it is purely procedural.

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for contract negotiations, followed by an open session. The council will consider a consent agenda with resolutions for minutes, vouchers, a water/sewer charge cancellation, and shared services agreements with Mountain Lakes and Montville. New business includes introduction of five ordinances for water system improvements, capital improvements, water meters, a sewer generator, and a new fire truck, with bond financing.

• Ordinance 09-22: $112,000 for water supply and distribution improvements
• Ordinance 10-22: $128,000 for capital improvements
• Ordinance 11-22: $345,000 bond for new water meters
• Ordinance 12-22: $58,000 bond for sewer generator rehabilitation
• Ordinance 13-22: $1,000,000 appropriation ($952,000 bond) for new fire truck

The Boonton Town Council approved resolutions authorizing interlocal shared services agreements with Mountain Lakes and Montville for water service and enforcement of liens for unpaid charges. The council also introduced several ordinances, including bond ordinances for a new fire truck, water meters, and various capital improvements. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals and introductions.

• Approved Resolution 22-193 authorizing water service and lien enforcement agreement with Mountain Lakes
• Approved Resolution 22-194 authorizing water service and lien enforcement agreement with Montville
• Approved Resolution 22-190 approving July 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Resolution 22-191 approving payment of vouchers
• Approved Resolution 22-192 canceling water/sewer charge of $501.79 for 412 Boonton Avenue
• Introduced Ordinance 09-22 appropriating $112,000 for water supply and distribution system improvements
• Introduced Ordinance 10-22 appropriating $128,000 for various capital improvements
• Introduced Ordinance 11-22 appropriating $345,000 for new water meters

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on two ordinances: one to raise the 2022 municipal budget cap by 3.5% (amounting to $380,916) and another to create a conflict of interest and nepotism policy for the police department. The consent agenda includes approving meeting minutes, paying vouchers, an easement agreement for the library, and a fire department grant application. A closed session is scheduled for litigation matters.

• Ordinance 07-22: Increase CY 2022 budget by 3.5% ($380,916) and establish a cap bank
• Ordinance 08-22: Create police conflict of interest and nepotism policy (Section 27-12.5)
• Resolution 22-185: Approve easement agreement for Boonton Holmes Public Library historic preservation grant
• Resolution 22-186: Authorize grant application for $74,980 for fire department SCBA and turnout gear
• Proclamation honoring Boonton Fire Department member Michael Petonak

The Boonton Town Council adopted two ordinances: one to exceed the municipal budget cap by 3.5% for 2022, and another creating a conflict of interest and nepotism policy for the police department. The council also approved a settlement requiring two affordable housing units in a Vreeland Avenue development, and authorized a grant application for fire department equipment.

• Adopted Ordinance 07-22 to exceed municipal budget cap by 3.5% ($380,916) (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 08-22 creating police conflict of interest and nepotism policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-188 settlement with TLK Management for two affordable housing units at 424-436 Vreeland Ave (unanimous)
• Authorized Resolution 22-187 grant application to NJ DCA for $74,980 for fire SCBA and turnout gear (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda Resolutions 22-184 through 22-187 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 5, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Boonton Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with three applications on the agenda: a change of use with bulk variances for 204 Church St., an amended application for the Whispering Woods development at 424/436 Vreeland Ave., and a change of use with bulk variances for 218-220 Myrtle Ave. The board will also consider a resolution to enter closed session for a litigation matter, approve minutes, and pay bills.

• Application 2022-02: 204 Church LLC, 204 Church St. (Block 12, Lot 1) — change of use with bulk variances
• Amended Application 2021-10: TLK Management LLC, 424/436 Vreeland Ave. (Block 122, Lots 9 & 9.01) — Whispering Woods hearing with variances
• Application 2022-03: Myrtle Properties LLC, 218-220 Myrtle Ave. (Block 70, Lot 11) — change of use with bulk variances
• Resolution to recess into closed session for litigation matter
• Approval of minutes from June 8, 2022 regular meeting

The Boonton Planning Board approved a minor site plan and use variance for 204 Church LLC to convert a medical office into a three-bedroom residential unit at 204 Church Street, bringing the total to 22 units. The approval was granted with conditions, including a site performance bond, fee payments, and replacement of the front door. The board also approved the resolution for the application and paid bills as submitted.

• Approved minor site plan and use variance for 204 Church LLC (7-0)
• Approved resolution for 204 Church LLC application (5-0)
• Paid bills as submitted (unanimous)
• Accepted June 8, 2022 minutes as presented

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting on July 5, 2022, with a closed session, public comment, and several resolutions. Key actions include introducing the 2022 municipal budget (total general appropriations of $15,370,955.37) and an ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits, as well as a police conflict-of-interest and nepotism policy. The agenda also includes a presentation on cannabis by a local business and a consent agenda with routine approvals.

• Introduction of 2022 municipal budget: $15,370,955.37 total general appropriations, with a public hearing set for August 15, 2022
• Ordinance 07-22 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Ordinance 08-22 creating a conflict of interest and nepotism policy for the police department
• Resolution 22-181 awarding a $16,200 professional services contract to Mott MacDonald for roof replacement at DPW Salt Dome and Santa Land
• Resolution 22-180 authorizing redemption of tax sale certificate #20-00007 for $4,926.88 on 665 Liberty Street

The Boonton Town Council voted to move forward with exploring a cannabis dispensary in town after a presentation by Boone Town Provisions, with a roll-call vote showing all members present voting yes. The council also introduced the 2022 municipal budget, which would raise taxes by about $60/year on the average home, and introduced an ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits. A police nepotism/conflict-of-interest ordinance was introduced after discussion, and several consent agenda resolutions were approved, including a $16,200 roof study contract.

• Voted to explore cannabis dispensary in Boonton (unanimous roll call)
• Introduced 2022 municipal budget of $15,370,955.37 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 07-22 to exceed budget appropriation limits (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 08-22 on police conflict of interest and nepotism (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions 22-178 through 22-182, including $16,200 roof study contract (Wade voted no on 22-181)
• Approved tax sale certificate redemption for 665 Liberty Street ($4,926.88)
• Renewed liquor license for Slovak Gymnastic Union Sokol
• Appointed Duane Zadarosni to Boonton Housing Authority

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting on June 20, 2022, starting with a closed session for litigation, followed by an open public session. The council will consider a consent agenda with resolutions on tax bills, a tax sale redemption, a street opening permit, professional service contracts, and police vehicle purchases. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Resolution 22-162: Authorize estimated tax bills for 2022 third installment, with estimated levy of $34,983,702.32 and rate of $3.177.
• Resolution 22-163: Redeem tax sale certificate #21-00001 for 110 Oak Street, paying $100,550.29 to Evolve Bank & Trust.
• Resolution 22-164: Approve street opening permit for 450 Church Street for NJNG gas service, waiving road disturbance moratorium.
• Resolution 22-165: Award contract to Suburban Consulting Engineers for Jersey Plating Company remedial investigation, not to exceed $69,180.
• Resolution 22-166: Authorize purchase of two 2022 Ford Explorer pursuit vehicles for police, not to exceed $38,146.68 via Santander financing.

The Boonton Town Council approved the consent agenda (Resolutions 22-160 through 22-174 and 22-176), including tax bill authorization, professional service contracts, police vehicle purchases, and liquor license renewals. Resolution 22-175 was tabled due to lack of tax clearance. The council also adopted an ordinance amending the police department staffing structure and adopted prequalification regulations for the Arch Bridge restoration project. Public comments focused on speeding and flooding concerns.

• Approved consent agenda Resolutions 22-160 through 22-174 and 22-176 (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 22-175 due to lack of tax clearance from licensee
• Adopted Ordinance 05-22 amending police department staffing levels (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-177 prequalification regulations for Arch Bridge restoration bids (unanimous)
• Authorized estimated 2022 tax bills with levy of $34,983,702.32 and rate of $3.177
• Awarded professional services contracts to Suburban Consulting Engineers (total $95,604)
• Authorized purchase of two 2022 Ford Explorer Pursuit vehicles for $38,146.68
• Approved renewal of liquor licenses for four establishments

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider resolutions for a subdivision at 215 Liberty St. and a denial of an application for 311 Union St. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a change of use at 204 Church St.

• Denial of application 2021-11 Murawski for change of use at 311 Union St.
• Approval of application 2022-01 SMR Realty for subdivision at 215 Liberty St.
• Public hearing for application 2022-02 204 Church LLC for change of use at 204 Church St.

The Boonton Planning Board denied Bryan Murawski's application for a use variance, bulk variances, and preliminary and final site plan to add a third apartment at 311 Union Street, citing failure to meet statutory criteria and potential detriment to the zone. The board approved SMR Realty LLC's minor subdivision at 215 Liberty Street with variances, subject to conditions including deed restrictions for single-family use. A public hearing was held for 204 Church LLC's change of use application, which was approved with conditions.

• Denied use variance, bulk variances, and site plan for 311 Union St. (4-3)
• Approved minor subdivision with variances for 215 Liberty St. (9-0)
• Approved change of use with bulk variances for 204 Church St. (7-0)

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Town Council approved Ordinance 06-22, appropriating $810,000 from a NJDOT TAP grant for Main Street improvements, including roadwork, lighting, and pedestrian pathways. The council also passed a consent agenda of resolutions covering police appointments, liquor license renewals, and a surplus property auction. A resolution to apply for a Morris County Open Space Trust Fund grant for the historic turntable property was approved.

• Approved Ordinance 06-22 for Main Street improvements with $810,000 TAP grant (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda Resolutions 22-141 through 22-157 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-158 to apply for Open Space Trust Fund grant for historic turntable property (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 05-22 amending Chapter 27-Departments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-155 appointing Jay Slaughter as Probationary Police Officer at $51,000/year
• Approved Resolution 22-156 appointing Nicole Montemorano as Probationary Municipal Police Officer Trainee at $25/hour
• Approved Resolution 22-157 appointing Richard W. Cloughley as Part-Time Fire Official at $25,000/year
• Approved Resolution 22-153 authorizing online auction of surplus DPW equipment via GovDeals

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review the Health Officer, Vital Statistics, Animal Control, and Town Council reports for April 2022. The meeting also acknowledges the resignation of Frank DeRienzo as an alternate member.

• Resignation of Frank DeRienzo from Board of Health alternate position
• Animal Control report including a dog bite incident involving two individuals
• Animal Control report regarding a bat found in a residence on Jinella Court
• Issuance of 125 summons for unlicensed dogs totaling $6,875
• Report of a fox with mange near 121 Wilson Street

The May 17, 2022 meeting did not occur because a quorum was not met. The June meeting was cancelled because the Secretary was attending a funeral and there was no pressing business. No substantive decisions were made.

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting on May 16, 2022, starting with a closed session for contract negotiations, followed by an open public meeting. The council will consider a consent agenda that includes approving minutes, paying vouchers, canceling a water/sewer charge, appointing interim police officers, and authorizing up to $6,294,398 in bond anticipation notes for various capital projects. They will also discuss correspondence, including a request to attach scarecrows to light posts on Main Street for a fall event.

• Resolution 22-135 authorizes up to $6,294,398 in bond anticipation notes for projects including water utility, police headquarters, sewer system, and Darress Theater acquisition.
• Resolution 22-132 cancels a $955.15 water/sewer charge for 133 Chestnut Street due to water overestimate.
• Resolution 22-133 appoints Anthony LiMandri as Interim Lieutenant in the Boonton Police Department.
• Resolution 22-134 appoints Anthony Cosentino as Acting Sergeant in the Boonton Police Department.
• Correspondence from Parks & Recreation requests permission to attach scarecrows to light posts on Main Street for a Scarecrow Build-off on October 6, 2022.

The Boonton Town Council approved a consent agenda including the issuance of up to $6,294,398 in bond anticipation notes to finance various capital improvements, such as water utility, police headquarters, and the Darress Theater acquisition. The council also awarded a $25,000 professional services contract for the Stone Arch Bridge restoration and appointed interim police officers and seasonal DPW laborers. Several proclamations honored firefighters for Hurricane Ida rescues.

• Approved $6,294,398 bond anticipation notes (consent agenda)
• Awarded $25,000 contract to Connolly & Hickey for Arch Bridge restoration (consent agenda)
• Appointed Anthony LiMandri as Interim Police Lieutenant (consent agenda)
• Appointed Anthony Cosentino as Acting Police Sergeant (consent agenda)
• Hired three part-time seasonal DPW laborers at $15/hour (consent agenda)
• Approved $3,000 appraisal contract with BBG Real Estate Services
• Introduced Ordinance 06-22 for Main Street improvements ($810,000 TAP grant)
• Approved minutes, vouchers, and water/sewer charge cancellation (consent agenda)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider two public hearing applications regarding changes of use and subdivisions. The board also intends to vote on the denial of a site plan for Park Woods and approve the Annual Report.

• Denial of application 2016-08 Park Woods (Ely Place and Fanny Road)
• Public hearing for application 2021-11 Murawski (311 Union St.) regarding change of use
• Public hearing for application 2022-01 SMR Realty (215 Liberty St.) regarding subdivision
• Resolution to approve the Board Annual Report
• Board Member training session scheduled until 7:30 PM

The Boonton Planning Board denied the Park Woods at the Boulevard Associates LLC application for a 20-unit residential development on Ely Place, citing unresolved steep slope disturbance and sidewalk design issues. The board also approved a subdivision application by SMR Realty for two single-family lots at 215 Liberty St., and adopted the 2021 Annual Report. A separate application for a third dwelling unit at 311 Union St. was denied for lack of sufficient votes.

• Denied Park Woods at the Boulevard Associates LLC preliminary/final site plan with variances (8-0)
• Approved SMR Realty subdivision at 215 Liberty St. into two lots (9-0)
• Denied Murawski change of use with bulk variances at 311 Union St. (4-3, 5 required)
• Adopted 2021 Annual Report of Zoning Board of Adjustment (10-0)
• Approved payment of bills as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 13, 2022 meeting

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting on May 2, 2022, to vote on a consent agenda that includes an emergency IT services contract with Nisivoccia Consulting LLC following a cyberattack, as well as routine approvals of minutes, vouchers, and appointments. The meeting also includes a public hearing on an ordinance to add a handicap parking space on William Street, and general discussion on cannabis license applications and town events.

• Emergency contract declaration for IT services with Nisivoccia Consulting LLC (Resolution 22-122)
• Award of two-year IT contract to Nisivoccia Consulting LLC for $36,216.00 ($165/hour) (Resolution 22-125)
• Ordinance 04-22: Add one handicap parking space at 201 William Street
• Appointment of Jeffrey W. Yanez as part-time seasonal DPW laborer at $15.00/hour (Resolution 22-128)
• 2022 2nd quarter tax collection report: $8,606,105.42 billed, 21.62% collected as of 4/27/2022

The Boonton Town Council approved a consent agenda including an emergency contract for IT services following a cyberattack and a two-year IT services contract with Nisivoccia Consulting LLC for $36,216. They also adopted an ordinance adding a handicap parking space on William Street. The meeting included reports on COVID-19 cases and discussions about cannabis license applications.

• Approved emergency IT services contract with Nisivoccia Consulting LLC (consent agenda)
• Awarded two-year IT contract to Nisivoccia Consulting LLC for $36,216 (consent agenda)
• Approved minutes from March 21 and April 18 meetings (consent agenda)
• Approved payment of vouchers (consent agenda)
• Appointed deputy records custodian for police records (consent agenda)
• Approved Girl Scout flower plantings at five locations (consent agenda)
• Hired Jeffrey W. Yanez as part-time seasonal DPW laborer at $15/hour (consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance 04-22 adding one handicap parking space at 201 William Street

Board of Health

The Boonton Board of Health is meeting to approve minutes, hear officer and committee reports for March 2022, and discuss any old or new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the attached animal control report detailing dog complaints, a stray cat trapping effort, and two stray dog incidents.

• Health Officer's Report for March 2022
• Vital Statistics Report for March 2022
• Animal Control Report for March 2022
• Animal control report: dog barking complaint at 505 Washington Street
• Animal control report: two stray dogs found, one with seizure, owners not licensed

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting on April 18, 2022, starting with a closed session on potential litigation, followed by an open public meeting. The consent agenda includes resolutions to approve minutes, pay vouchers, accept a fire official's resignation, appoint a volunteer firefighter, issue tax refunds, and authorize contracts for the Darress Theatre marquee grant, Town Hall security equipment, and a water storage tank remediation plan. The council will also introduce an ordinance amending the parking chapter of the Boonton Code.

• Resolution 22-113: Tax refund of $4,597.41 to 516-520 Main Street LLC for 2021 tax court judgment
• Resolution 22-114: Refund of $3,689.00 to Christopher Annor for overpaid 1st quarter 2022 taxes at 19 Puddingstone Drive
• Resolution 22-115: Authorize use of $133,974.00 insurance funds for Darress Theatre storm damage
• Resolution 22-116: Apply for $500,000 NJ DCA grant for historically accurate marquee at Darress Theatre, 615 Main Street
• Resolution 22-118: Contract for Town Hall security equipment, not to exceed $37,000.00

The Boonton Town Council approved two professional services contracts without competitive bidding: one for Genova Burns LLC to provide legal services in litigation brought by a police department employee, and another for Apruzzese, McDermott, Mastro & Murphy, P.C. to conduct an independent personnel investigation into allegations by a police employee. Both contracts were approved with one dissenting vote from Council Member Bock on the first resolution. The council also approved a consent agenda of resolutions including tax refunds, a fire official resignation, a new fire department member, and a grant application for the Darress Theatre marquee.

• Approved $25,000 contract with Genova Burns LLC for litigation legal services (8-1, Bock dissenting)
• Approved $5,000 contract with Apruzzese, McDermott, Mastro & Murphy, P.C. for personnel investigation (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including tax refunds, fire official resignation, and fire department appointment
• Authorized $4,597.41 tax refund for 520 Main Street property
• Authorized $3,689.00 tax refund for disabled veteran at 19 Puddingstone Drive
• Authorized $133,974.00 insurance funds for Darress Theatre storm damage
• Authorized grant application for $500,000 for Darress Theatre marquee
• Awarded $68,000 contract to Suburban Consulting Engineers for water tank remediation work

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a site plan and bulk variances application for the Park Woods project. The agenda also includes reviewing several letters of opposition to this project from local residents and professionals.

• Public hearing for Application 2016-8, Park Woods Associates, LLC at Ely Place and Fanny Road
• Review of correspondence opposing the Park Woods project from multiple residents and a medical practice
• Resolution regarding Plane St. (Block 34, Lots 1.01 and 1.02) as a Non-Condemnation Area in Need of Redevelopment
• Discussion of potential Board member training for May and June meetings

The Boonton Planning Board voted 9-0 to deny the Park Woods Associates, LLC application for a 20-unit townhouse development with affordable housing at Ely Place and Fanny Road. The denial followed a public hearing with testimony from the applicant's planner and objections from residents. The board also approved paying bills and accepted the prior meeting minutes.

• Denied Park Woods site plan with bulk variances (9-0)
• Approved payment of bills as submitted
• Accepted minutes of the regular meeting of April 13, 2022

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first, followed by a public meeting. They will consider consent agenda items including a redevelopment designation for Block 34, Lots 1.01 and 1.02, a contract for aquatic weed control, and support for a Neighborhood Preservation Program. They will also vote on an emergency resolution to extend temporary appropriations for the current, water, and sewer funds.

• Resolution 22-100: Designate Block 34, Lots 1.01 and 1.02 as a non-condemnation area in need of redevelopment
• Resolution 22-101: Award contract to Lake Management Sciences for aquatic weed control (annual cost $3,795.00, not to exceed $16,000.00)
• Resolution 22-102/103: Support Neighborhood Preservation Program and authorize MOU with Boonton Main Street ($125,000 grant with $25,000 match)
• Resolution 22-104: Street opening permit for 147 Lake Avenue for NJNG gas service with moratorium waiver
• Resolution 22-105: Emergency temporary appropriations of $3,500,000 (current), $450,000 (water), $450,000 (sewer)

The Boonton Town Council accepted the resignation of Public Safety Director Dan DeGroot, effective April 8, 2022, with a separation agreement providing 90 days' compensation. The council also appointed Bryan Gurney as the new Public Safety Director at a salary of $130,000 per year, effective the same date. Both resolutions passed with unanimous votes.

• Accepted resignation of Public Safety Director Dan DeGroot, effective April 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Appointed Bryan Gurney as Public Safety Director at $130,000/year, effective April 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions 22-99 through 22-104, including payment of vouchers, redevelopment designation for Block 34, Lots 1.01 and 1.02, aquatic weed control contract, and street opening permit for 147 Lake Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted emergency resolution 22-105 to extend temporary budget with $3,500,000 current fund, $450,000 water utility, and $450,000 sewer utility appropriations (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Boonton Planning Board is holding its regular meeting on March 23, 2022. The main business is a public hearing for the Murawski application (2021-11) at 311 Union Street, which requests use and bulk variance relief. The Park Woods Associates application (2016-8) for Ely Place and Fanny Road will be carried to the April 13 meeting with no further notice. The board will also approve minutes, pay bills, and may enter closed session for a litigation matter.

• Public hearing: Application 2021-11 Murawski, 311 Union Street, Block 67 Lot 2, use variance with bulk variance relief
• Application 2016-8 Park Woods Associates, Ely Place and Fanny Road, Block 113 Lot 10, site plan with bulk variances – hearing carried to April 13
• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2022 regular meeting
• Payment of bills
• Resolution to recess into closed session for litigation matter

The Boonton Planning Board met on March 23, 2022, and took several procedural actions. It approved the payment of bills and accepted the minutes from the March 9 meeting. The board voted unanimously to table two public hearings: the Park Woods Associates site plan application (2016-8) until April 13, and the Murawski use variance application (2021-11) until May 11. The board also recessed into closed session to discuss a litigation matter, with no substantive decisions made on applications.

• Approved payment of bills as submitted (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of March 9, 2022 meeting as presented
• Tabled Park Woods Associates site plan hearing until April 13 (7-0)
• Tabled Murawski use variance hearing until May 11 (7-0)
• Recessed into closed session to discuss litigation matter

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Mayor and Town Council will consider a contract for Kanouse Pocket Park playground renovations and an ordinance to replace the town's Property Maintenance Code. The meeting also includes grant applications for historic preservation and a presentation on redevelopment in the Plane Street Properties area.

• Contract award of $104,553.00 to Corby Associates, Inc. for Kanouse Pocket Park playground renovations
• Grant application for a preservation plan for the Dr. John Taylor House (Phase I)
• Grant application for a Civil War Monument condition assessment
• Ordinance 03-22 to repeal and replace the Town Property Maintenance Code
• Presentation regarding Plane Street Properties-Area in Need of Redevelopment Study

The Town Council selected Design Option 2A for the Darress Theatre Master Plan, which includes an elevator outside the theatre's footprint, approximately 489 fixed seats, and a rooftop bar. The council also adopted Ordinance 03-22, replacing the Property Maintenance Code, and approved the consent agenda, which included a contract for Kanouse Pocket Park playground renovations. The meeting included presentations on the Plane Street Properties redevelopment study and the Darress Theatre project, but no public comments were made during the public session.

• Selected Design Option 2A for Darress Theatre Master Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 03-22 replacing Property Maintenance Code (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda Resolutions 22-91 through 22-96 (unanimous)
• Awarded $104,553 contract to Corby Associates for Kanouse Pocket Park playground renovations
• Authorized grant application for Dr. John Taylor House preservation plan ($24,000 request)
• Authorized grant application for Civil War Monument condition assessment ($4,950 request)
• Endorsed 'Bag Up NJ' campaign with amendment referencing P.L. 2020, c. 117

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct routine business, including the swearing-in of new members. The meeting includes reports on vital statistics, animal control, and the health officer.

• Swearing-in of Caroline Hollinghurst as Board of Health member
• Swearing-in of Cathy Riccobono as Board of Health member
• Review of February 2022 Vital Statistics Report
• Review of February 2022 Animal Control Report

The Boonton Board of Health met on March 15, 2022, and approved the minutes from February 15, 2022, along with the Health Officer's, Vital Statistics, and Animal Control reports for February 2022. No old or new business was conducted, and no public comments were made. The board discussed dog license expiration, COVID-19 vaccination definitions, and supported a proclamation commending the Rockaway Health Department staff.

• Approved February 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Health Officer's Report for February 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Vital Statistics Report for February 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Animal Control Report for February 2022 (unanimous)
• Supported proclamation commending Rockaway Health Department staff (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Boonton Planning Board is holding its regular meeting, with the main item being a public hearing on Application 2016-8 by Park Woods Associates, LLC for a site plan with bulk variances at Ely Place and Fanny Road (Block 113, Lot 10). The board will also handle routine items such as bill payments, approval of prior meeting minutes, and correspondence. No other substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing: Application 2016-8, Park Woods Associates, LLC, site plan with bulk variances, Ely Place and Fanny Road, Block 113, Lot 10
• Payment of bills
• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2022 regular meeting
• Correspondence
• Resolutions

The Planning Board held a public hearing on the Park Woods at the Boulevard site plan application (2016-8) by Park Woods Associates, LLC, hearing testimony from the applicant's engineer and architect about revised plans. No final decision was made on the application. The Board voted unanimously to carry all further testimony to the next regularly scheduled meeting on March 23, 2022, or April 13, 2022, with no further public notice.

• Carried all further testimony for Park Woods application to March 23 or April 13 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved payment of bills as submitted (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of February 23, 2022 regular meeting as presented

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting on March 7, 2022, starting with a closed session for litigation, followed by an open public session. They will consider a consent agenda of resolutions including contract awards for sludge removal, architectural services for the Darress Theatre, a slope repair project, water treatment chemicals, generator maintenance, and an emergency boiler replacement. The council will also hear a presentation on the Neighborhood Preservation Program and receive a tax collection update.

• Resolution 22-85: Award sludge removal contract to Spectraserv Inc. at $0.061 per gallon
• Resolution 22-86: Award $20,500 professional services contract to Mills + Schnoering Architects for Darress Theatre structural studies
• Resolution 22-87: Award $51,170 contract to AA Berms, LLC for Hill Street slope failure repair
• Resolution 22-89: Declare emergency for boiler replacement at John Taylor Building, 210 Main St., cost $10,936
• Resolution 22-91: Support Neighborhood Preservation Program Implementation Plan with $150,000 budget

The Boonton Town Council approved a consent agenda of resolutions, awarding contracts for sludge removal to Spectraserv Inc., the Hill Street slope failure repair to AA Berms LLC, water treatment chemicals to Coyne Chemical, and generator maintenance to R&J Control Inc. The council also approved an emergency contract for boiler replacement at the John Taylor Building and a professional services contract for additional Darress Theatre structural studies. A resolution supporting the Neighborhood Preservation Program Implementation Plan was tabled.

• Approved sludge removal contract with Spectraserv Inc. at $0.061/gallon
• Approved Hill Street slope failure repair contract with AA Berms LLC for $51,170.00
• Approved water treatment chemical contracts with Coyne Chemical for multiple items
• Approved emergency boiler replacement contract for John Taylor Building, $10,936.00
• Approved generator maintenance contract with R&J Control Inc. at $225.00/generator
• Approved professional services contract for Darress Theatre studies, not to exceed $20,500
• Tabled resolution supporting Neighborhood Preservation Program Implementation Plan
• Approved minutes of February 22, 2022 meeting and payment of vouchers

Planning Board

The Boonton Planning Board is holding a regular meeting to address routine administrative items and two substantive matters: a resolution on a non-condemnation redevelopment area study for Plane Street properties, and a public hearing for a site plan with bulk variances submitted by Park Woods Associates for properties on Ely Place and Fanny Road. The board will also appoint an attorney, approve minutes, and pay bills.

• Resolution on non-condemnation redevelopment area study for Plane Street, Block 34, Lots 1.01 and 1.02
• Public hearing for Application 2016-8, Park Woods Associates, LLC, site plan with bulk variances at Ely Place and Fanny Road, Block 113, Lot 10
• Resolution amending appointment of Planning Board Attorney
• Approval of minutes from February 9, 2022 meeting
• Payment of bills

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for contract negotiations, followed by an open session. They will consider consent agenda items including appointing Michael Yazdi as CFO, approving professional services contracts, and several resolutions. Public hearings are scheduled for ordinances updating recycling tire fees and reallocating funds for police in-car video systems, along with a resolution to purchase six replacement systems.

• Appoint Michael Yazdi as CFO at $100,000/year, effective March 14, 2022
• Award non-fair and open contract to Matthew J. Giacobbe, Esq. for labor counsel
• Cancel water/sewer charge of $62.38 at 890 Boonton Avenue; refund $910.96 to Estate of Adeline Sabatino for 234 Old Boonton Road
• Approve interlocal agreement with Barrister Land Development Corp. for water/sewer services to 33-unit development
• Approve retirement and terminal leave for Police Lieutenant Royce Stafford, effective January 3, 2023

The Boonton Town Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included appointing Michael Yazdi as Chief Financial Officer for a four-year term at a salary of $100,000 per year, effective March 14, 2022. The council also approved several other resolutions, including a non-fair and open contract for professional services, the cancellation and refund of water/sewer charges, an interlocal agreement for water and sewer services for the Barrister development, and the retirement of Police Lieutenant Royce Stafford. Additionally, the council passed two ordinances: one updating tire recycling fees to $8.00 per tire and another re-appropriating $47,928 for the purchase of six replacement in-car video systems for police patrol vehicles.

• Appointed Michael Yazdi as Chief Financial Officer for a four-year term at $100,000 per year, effective March 14, 2022.
• Approved a non-fair and open contract for professional services with Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs, LLC for labor counsel.
• Approved the minutes from the February 7, 2022, regular and closed session meetings.
• Approved payment of all submitted vouchers.
• Cancelled water/sewer charges of $62.38 for 890 Boonton Avenue due to a clerical error.
• Refunded $910.96 in water charges to the former owner of 234 Old Boonton Road.
• Authorized an interlocal agreement with Barrister Land Development Corporation for water and sewer services.
• Approved terminal leave and retirement for Police Lieutenant Royce Stafford, effective January 3, 2023.

Board of Health

The meeting includes the swearing-in of three new Board of Health members. The Board will also review various monthly reports, including health officer activity and vital statistics.

• Swearing-in of Dr. Patrick DeMare, Caroline Hollinghurst, and Cathy Riccobono
• Review of January 2022 Vital Statistics Report
• Review of January 2022 Animal Control Report
• Approval of January 18th, 2022 meeting minutes

The Boonton Board of Health met on February 15, 2022, with Vice President Dr. Patrick DeMare presiding. The board approved the January 18, 2022 minutes and several officer reports, including the Health Officer's Activity and Complaint Reports, Nurse's Report, Vital Statistics Report, Animal Control Report, and Town Council Report. Discussions covered cannabis sales and zoning, COVID contact tracing and updates, and staffing. No new business or public comments were presented.

• Approved January 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Health Officer's Activity and Complaint Reports and Nurse's Report (unanimous)
• Approved Vital Statistics Report for January 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Animal Control Report for January 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Town Council Report (unanimous)

Planning Board

The meeting includes the swearing-in of re-appointed members David Vasa and Marie DeVenezia. The Board will also conduct a public hearing regarding a non-condemnation re-development area study for Plane Street.

• Swearing in of re-appointed Class II member David Vasa
• Swearing in of re-appointed Class III member Marie DeVenezia
• Public hearing for Plane Street (Block 34, Lot 1.01, 1.02) non-condemnation re-development area study
• Approval of January 12, 2022, regular and special meeting minutes
• Payment of bills

The Boonton Planning Board accepted the findings of a non-condemnation redevelopment study for Block 34, Lots 1.01 and 1.02 on Plane Street, and voted unanimously to refer the report to the town council. The board also approved payment of bills and accepted minutes from previous meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted non-condemnation redevelopment study findings for Plane Street Block 34, Lots 1.01 & 1.02 and referred to town council (10-0)
• Approved payment of bills as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2022 regular meeting (with abstentions)
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2022 closed session meeting (with abstentions)

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council met to discuss professional services in closed session and address several administrative resolutions. Key items included hiring a per diem budget consultant and awarding a multi-year leaf disposal contract.

• Awarded leaf disposal contract to RER Supply, LLC for $54,560 in 2022 and $57,255 in 2023
• Hired John Ditinyak as per diem budget consultant at a rate of $82.42 per hour
• Appointed Nicole Montemorano as a Class 2 Special Law Enforcement Officer at $25.00 per hour
• Approved cancellation of water/sewer charges totaling $1,079.95 due to errors and overbilling
• Authorized the return of $575.00 in escrow to Arcadis U.S., Inc.

The Boonton Town Council approved the consent agenda (Resolutions 22-64 through 22-71) in a roll call vote, with Council Members DeVenezia and Fenske abstaining on Resolution 22-64 (approval of minutes). Key actions included accepting the resignation of CFO John Ditinyak, hiring him as a per-diem budget consultant at $82.42/hour, awarding a leaf disposal contract to RER Supply, LLC, and appointing Nicole Montemorano as a Class 2 Special Law Enforcement Officer. The council also approved a proclamation honoring Anthony Recchia for his service to the Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority.

• Approved consent agenda Resolutions 22-64 through 22-71 (roll call vote, DeVenezia and Fenske abstained on 22-64)
• Accepted resignation of CFO John Ditinyak effective Jan 28, 2022 (Resolution 22-65)
• Hired John Ditinyak as per-diem budget consultant at $82.42/hour (Resolution 22-66)
• Approved payment of vouchers (Resolution 22-67)
• Cancelled water/sewer charges totaling $1,089.20 for three accounts (Resolution 22-68)
• Awarded leaf disposal contract to RER Supply, LLC for $54,560 (2022) and $57,255 (2023) (Resolution 22-69)
• Appointed Nicole Montemorano as Class 2 Special Law Enforcement Officer at $25/hour (Resolution 22-70)
• Authorized return of $575 escrow to Arcadis U.S., Inc. (Resolution 22-71)

Board of Health

The Boonton Board of Health is holding its annual reorganization meeting to elect officers and pass routine resolutions for 2022. The board will set its monthly meeting schedule, designate an official newspaper, and appoint a dog clerk and other officials. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive public health decisions or discussions listed.

• Annual election of Board of Health President and Vice President
• Designation of third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM for regular meetings at 100 Washington St., with no meetings in July and August
• Appointment of Debra Garbeil as Dog Clerk for 2022
• Appointment of Town Administrator as Civil Service Certifying Agent
• Attorney appointment pending: David C. Pennella, Esq. has not yet replied to contract request

The Boonton Board of Health held a regular meeting on January 18, 2022, with three members present. They unanimously re-elected William Wallace as President, Dr. Patrick DeMare as Vice President, and Charlene Oselador as Secretary, and approved the 2022 Annual Resolution. The board also approved the December 2021 meeting minutes and various monthly reports, including the Health Officer's activity and complaints report, Nurse's Report, Vital Statistics Report, and Animal Control Report. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Re-elected William Wallace as Board of Health President (unanimous)
• Re-elected Dr. Patrick DeMare as Vice President (unanimous)
• Elected Charlene Oselador as Board of Health Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Annual Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved December 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Health Officer's activity and complaints reports for December 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Nurse's Report, Vital Statistics Report, and Animal Control Report for December 2021 (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Boonton Board of Health is meeting to elect a president and vice president, approve minutes from December 21, 2021, and receive reports on animal control, vital statistics, and other town business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Election of Board President and Vice President
• Approval of December 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Animal Control Report for December 2021 (e.g., dog returned to owner, cat euthanized after car accident)
• Vital Statistics Report for December 2021: $739 in fees collected
• Rockaway Township Report for December 2021

The Boonton Board of Health held a regular meeting on January 18, 2022, with three members present. They unanimously re-elected William Wallace as President, Dr. Patrick DeMare as Vice President, and Charlene Oselador as Secretary, and approved the 2022 Annual Resolution. The board also approved the December 2021 meeting minutes and the Health Officer's, Nurse's, Vital Statistics, and Animal Control reports. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 8:18 PM.

• Re-elected William Wallace as Board of Health President (unanimous)
• Re-elected Dr. Patrick DeMare as Board of Health Vice President (unanimous)
• Elected Charlene Oselador as Board of Health Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved the 2022 Annual Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved December 21, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Health Officer's activity and complaints reports for December 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Nurse's, Vital Statistics, and Animal Control reports for December 2021 (unanimous)

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Boonton Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular meeting, starting with a closed session for litigation discussion. The open session includes a consent agenda with resolutions to appoint a police sergeant, approve tax refunds, award a water operator contract, and purchase police equipment. The council will also introduce two ordinances, one updating recycling fees and another recharacterizing police capital expenses.

• Resolution 22-51: Appoint Daniel Mondino as Police Sergeant at $126,500/year
• Resolution 22-58: Award up to $50,000 contract to Suburban Consulting Engineers for water operator services
• Resolution 22-60: Authorize $29,625 for police equipment including evidence interface and fingerprint module
• Resolution 22-54/55/56: Refund tax overpayments totaling $10,868.13 to property owners
• Ordinance 01-22: Introduce update to recycling fees; Ordinance 02-22: Recharacterize police capital expenses

The Boonton Town Council approved the appointment of Patrick Laverty as the Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority (RVRSA) liaison for a five-year term, despite objections from some council members who preferred a resident. The council also passed a consent agenda that included the promotion of Daniel Mondino to police sergeant, several tax refunds, a street opening permit, and police equipment purchases. Two ordinances were introduced for future consideration.

• Appointed Patrick Laverty as RVRSA liaison for 5 years (7-2, with Bock and Meehan voting no)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions 22-51 through 22-61 (with Fenske and Meehan abstaining on minutes approval)
• Promoted Daniel Mondino to Police Sergeant at $126,500 annual salary
• Approved tax refunds totaling $10,868.13 to three property owners
• Approved street opening permit for 35 Puddingstone Drive with waiver of road disturbance moratorium
• Awarded $50,000 contract to Suburban Consulting Engineers for water operator services
• Repealed prior resolution 21-292 for in-car video systems and authorized $29,625 for new police equipment
• Introduced ordinances 01-22 (recycling fees) and 02-22 (police capital expense recharacterization)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct its annual reorganization, including swearing in members and electing officers. The board is also scheduled to consider applications for a site plan at 424/436 Vreeland Avenue and a change of use at 313 Main Street.

• Re-appointment of board members including Douglas Phelps, Benjamin Weisman, Adam Schnitzler, David Vasa, and Marie DeVenezia
• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Application 2021-10 TLK Management LLC: Preliminary and Final Site Plan and Bulk Variances for 424/436 Vreeland Avenue
• EWSP Application 2021-01 Cotto: Change of Use for 313 Main Street
• Resolution to recess into closed session regarding a litigation matter

The Boonton Planning Board approved a use variance, bulk variances, and preliminary/final site plan for TLK Management LLC to build a 16-unit age-restricted (55+) condominium community at 424-436 Vreeland Street. The board also approved an expedited waiver of site plan for Victor Cotto to convert a rear commercial unit at 313 Main Street into a studio apartment. Both approvals were unanimous. The board reorganized, re-appointing members and electing officers.

• Approved TLK Management LLC's use variance, bulk variances, and site plan for 16-unit senior housing at 424-436 Vreeland St (6-0)
• Approved Victor Cotto's expedited waiver of site plan for studio apartment at 313 Main St (8-0)
• Re-appointed Mr. Phelps, Mr. Weisman, and Mr. Schnitzler to the Planning Board
• Elected Mr. Phelps as Chair and Mr. Brewer as Vice Chair
• Approved 2022 Annual Resolution and Meeting Schedule
• Approved payment of bills as submitted
• Accepted minutes of December 8, 2021 meeting

Planning Board

The Boonton Planning Board is adopting its annual resolution to appoint the board attorney, planning consultant, engineering consultant, and secretary, and to set the 2022 meeting schedule. The resolution also establishes meeting notice procedures and designates newspapers for legal notices. This is largely administrative, with no specific land-use applications or public hearings listed.

• Appoints Scott Carlson (Weiner Law Group) as Board Attorney at 2021 contract rates
• Appoints Topology NJ, LLC as Board Planning Consultant at 2021 contract rates
• Appoints Suburban Consulting Engineers, Inc. as Board Engineering Consultant at 2021 contract rates
• Appoints Steven Willenborg as Board Secretary
• Sets 2022 meetings for second Wednesday monthly at 7:30 PM in Town Hall, 100 Washington Street

Mayor & Town Council Meetings

The Mayor and Town Council met for a reorganization session to administer oaths of office and establish committee assignments for the year. The agenda included various administrative appointments, including professional service contracts and municipal board members.

• Oath of Office for 1st through 4th Ward Council Members
• Appointment of Andrew Wubbenhorst as Municipal Court Judge at $31,83 and annual salary
• Authorization of professional service contracts including Attorney Fred Semrau and Auditor Lerch, Vinci & Higgins, LLP
• Appointment of Edward Florio, Esq. as Hearing Officer at $145.00 per hour
• Agreement with Daniel Crochery for Water Meter Reading Services at $15,914.00 annually

The Boonton Town Council held its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in council members and appointing James Lynch as Council President for 2022. The council approved a consent agenda of resolutions covering appointments, professional contracts, and administrative policies, but tabled Resolution 22-08 regarding a liaison appointment to the RVRSA for further discussion. Fire department officers were also sworn in.

• Appointed James Lynch as 2022 Town Council President (voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions 22-02 through 22-49, minus tabled 22-08
• Tabled Resolution 22-08 (RVRSA liaison appointment) for further discussion
• Approved 2022 professional services contracts (attorney, auditor, engineer, etc.)
• Appointed Andrew Wubbenhorst as Municipal Court Judge for 3-year term at $31,836/year
• Approved 2022 Fire Department appointments and administered oaths
• Set delinquent tax/water/sewer interest at 8% on first $1,500 and 18% on excess
• Adopted temporary 2022 budget with $3,544,474 general appropriations