Caldwell public meetings in 2023

Meeting

The Borough Council is considering a bond ordinance to provide a supplemental appropriation of $6,500,000 for the Downtown Caldwell Redevelopment Project. This funding would supplement an existing $17,000,000 appropriation, bringing the total estimated cost for the project to $23,500,000.

• Supplemental appropriation of $6,500,000 for downtown redevelopment
• Authorization of bonds or notes to finance the supplemental amount
• Project scope includes Borough Hall, Police Headquarters, and Library improvements
• Planned infrastructure work includes Bloomfield Avenue re-alignment and intersection signalization

Planning Board

This document is an invoice for professional services rendered by Ashenfelter, Trembulak, McDonough, Golia & Trevenen. The charges relate to reviewing affordable housing issues and preparing resolutions for 26-30 Lane Avenue.

• Invoice #13373 for $1,920.00 in professional services
• Review of affordable housing unit distribution at 26-30 Lane Avenue

Meeting

The Borough Council will review several ordinances regarding solid waste recycling, dumpster regulations, and prohibited turns on red signals. The meeting also includes presentations and resolutions for police personnel and street construction.

• Ordinance 1451-23: Amendments to recycling definitions, materials, and penalties
• Ordinance 1452-23: Amendments to 2023 officer and employee salaries
• Ordinance 1454-23: Amendment to prohibited turns on red signals in the traffic code
• Resolution 12-328: Authorization for Police Chief James Bongiorno to purchase his service weapon for $275.00
• Resolution 12-329: Investigation into designating 423 and 429 Bloomfield Avenue as a redevelopment area

Board Of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve previous minutes and address new business. The primary focus of the meeting is the review of food licenses for two entities.

• Food license review: Cedar Grill and Pizza
• Food license review: Pavia Global Investments, LLC

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment met to review a bifurcated application regarding the certification of a pre-existing non-conforming use at 6 Hanford Place. The board also reviewed an invoice for professional services and approved annual reporting resolutions.

• Application Z23-003: Certification of Pre-Existing Non-Conforming Use at 6 Hanford Place
• Invoice #74940 from Durkin & Durkin for $1,125.00 regarding 6 Hanford Place
• Approval of the 2023 Annual Reporting Resolution
• Approval of the 2023 meeting date schedule

Borough Council

The Borough Council voted to support maintaining the current Corporate Business Tax (CBT) rate to fund open space, farmland preservation, and hazardous site cleanup. The council also discussed other resolutions including opposing I-95 Turnpike expansion and reducing speed limits on Central Avenue.

• Resolution supporting continuation of Corporate Business Tax at 2023 rate
• Resolution opposing the expansion of New Jersey I-95 Turnpike
• Resolution to provide Essex County with a speed study for reducing posted speed limit on Central Avenue to 25mph

Meeting

The agenda contains only procedural items for the upcoming committee meeting. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion.

Local Assistance Board

The Caldwell Local Assistance Board will approve minutes from the previous meeting and review director's report. No significant decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Approval of October 16, 2023 minutes

Meeting

The Borough Council will consider approving a $17 million bond ordinance to aid in the redevelopment of downtown Caldwell, including construction and renovation projects.

• $17 million bond authorization for downtown redevelopment

Borough Council

The Borough Council will amend an existing ordinance related to the definition and handling of recyclable materials, including penalties for violations.

• Amend Chapter 203 of the Code of the Borough of Caldwell regarding Solid Waste Recycling

Rent Board

The Board will review two tenant complaints and an application for a rent increase at 8 Oak Grove Road. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from October 18, 2023.

• Kostecka Complaint
• Victoratos Complaint
• Adequate Return Increase Application for 8 Oak Grove Road

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to consider a public establishment license for Almighty Barbershop and discuss the renewal of a public health contract. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the October 10, 2023, meeting.

• Public Establishment License for Almighty Barbershop
• Public Health Contract Renewal

Meeting

The Mayor's Senior Advisory Council will hold a meeting to review previous minutes and conduct reports. The agenda contains only standard procedural items with no specific new business or projects listed.

• Review of September 11, 2023, meeting minutes

Meeting

The committee will review the minutes from the June 5, 2023, meeting and hear a report from the Director. No specific project discussions or new business items are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of June 5, 2023, minutes
• Director's Report

Zoning Board

The Caldwell Zoning Board of Adjustment will review a bifurcated application for a change of use variance. The application concerns the property located at 6 Hanford Place.

• Z23-003: Bifurcated Application for Change of Use Variance at 6 Hanford Place

Rent Review Board

The Caldwell Rent Review Board will hold its regular meeting on October 18, 2023. The agenda includes an update regarding a specific tenant complaint.

• Update on a Tenant Complaint

Borough Council

The Borough Council met to adopt ordinances amending the municipal code regarding police department staffing and the redevelopment plan. The council also approved status changes for volunteer firefighters and authorized an executive session.

• Ordinance 1450-23: Increases the number of allowed patrol officers in the Police Department to up to ten
• Ordinance 1449-23: Amends the Redevelopment Plan and Zoning Map, creating a Downtown Redevelopment Overlay District
• Resolution 10-273: Approves status changes from Junior Firefighter to Probationary Firefighter for Lucas Lattimer, Caelan Cook, and Casey Wescott
• Resolution 10-272: Authorizes an executive session for matters regarding litigation, attorney-client privilege, and personnel

Local Assistance Board

The agenda contains only procedural items for the upcoming meeting. No specific topics for discussion or decision are listed beyond the approval of previous minutes.

• Approval of September 18, 2023, minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review several invoices for professional services and litigation. The board will also consider Ordinance 1449-23, which proposes amendments to the Borough of Caldwell Redevelopment Plan and Municipal Code Chapter 250-Zoning.

• Ordinance 1449-23: Amendments to Redevelopment Plan and Zoning code
• Litigation invoices for Rubin vs. Caldwell totaling $3,245.00
• Engineering review invoices for 30 Smull Avenue
• Engineering review invoices for 4-18 Lane Avenue
• Engineering review invoices for 26-30 Lane Avenue

Board of Health

The agenda contains only procedural items for the upcoming meeting. No specific new business, reports, or public hearings are listed in the provided text.

• Approval of September 12, 2023, meeting minutes

Zoning Board

The meeting includes the approval of minutes from July 5, 2023, and the review of several professional service invoices. These invoices cover engineering and legal reviews for various applications in the Borough.

• Beckmeyer Engineering PC invoice #1023-261 ($506.25) for 2 Linwood Terrace
• Beckmeyer Engineering PC invoice #1023-262 ($1,446.25) for 358 Bloomfield Avenue
• T and M Associates invoice #SAB446735 ($47.00) for 358 Bloomfield Avenue
• Durkin & Durking, LLC invoice #74424 ($840.00) for 358 Bloomfield Avenue
• Alaimo Group invoice #216913 ($2,421.25) for 183 Roseland Avenue

Meeting

The Caldwell, West Caldwell, and Roseland Transportation Committee will hold a meeting to approve minutes from June 5, 2023, and receive a Director's Report. No specific new business items were listed on the agenda.

• Approval of June 5, 2023, meeting minutes
• Director's Report

Rent Review Board

The Caldwell Rent Review Board will hold a regular meeting on September 20, 2023. The agenda includes addressing recent tenant concerns and approving minutes from the March 15, 2023, meeting.

• Address recent tenant concerns

Borough Council

The Borough Council is reviewing a proposed third amendment to the Downtown Caldwell Redevelopment Plan, which would streamline the redevelopment agreement process, clarify the plan as an overlay district, consolidate subdistricts, and adjust parking standards. The amendment also updates maps and property lists. The council will decide whether to adopt the amendment via ordinance.

• Amendment consolidates former subdistricts into two new districts
• Clarifies plan as overlay zoning district (D-RDV) to underlying zoning
• Revises parking standards to discourage variances and clarify exemptions
• Adds appendix with development checklists and forms
• Updates Redevelopment Area maps and property list in Appendix A

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to process various business licenses and daycare center reviews. The agenda includes reviewing food licenses for the Caldwell Street Fair and public establishment licenses for local barbershops.

• Food licenses for Caldwell Street Fair
• Public establishment licenses for City Image Barber Shop, Leonard’s Barber Shop, and Mane Lobby
• Day Care Center review for Kiddie Kampus, Inc.

Borough Council

The Borough Council met to discuss a 3.5% municipal budget increase and an ordinance to modify certain borough service fees. The agenda also included approving legal contract increases, accepting a police department review, and authorizing a sewer connection.

• Ordinance 1448-23: Increase CY 2023 municipal budget by 3.5%, amounting to $331,822.93
• Ordinates 1447-23: Amend water fees to $10.00 per 1000 gallons
• Resolution 9-238: Increase Maraziti Falcon legal services contract by $1,897.61 for a total of $101,897.61
• Resolution 9-240: Approve sewer connection for 61 Beachmont Terrace upon receipt of $3,600.00
• Resolution 9-239: Accept Ambrose Group, LLC findings regarding Caldwell Police Department review

The Council adopted two ordinances regarding municipal fee schedules and budget appropriation limits. A consent agenda was approved covering various resolutions, including police department assessments and sewer connections. One resolution regarding professional communications was tabled.

• Adopted Ordinance 1447-23 to modify Borough service fees
• Adopted Ordinance 1448-23 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Approved increase of $1,897.61 for Maraziti Falcon contract (Total: $101,897.61)
• Accepted findings and recommendations for Caldwell Police Department assessment by The Ambrose Group, LLC
• Approved sewer connection for 61 Beachmont Terrace, North Caldwell for $3,600.00
• Approved raffle license for Parent and Faculty Association of Mount Saint Dominic Academy
• Approved $700 increase for OnSolve Codered emergency alert system (Total: $21,930.00)
• Tabled Resolution 9-246 regarding written communications with professionals until September 15

Borough Council

The Borough Council is presenting the 2023 budget introduction, which outlines significant increases in appropriations for bond principal and employee health insurance. The presentation also details a proposed water rate increase from $9.00 to $10.00 per 1,000 gallons effective Q4 2023.

• Proposed water rate increase from $9.00 to $10.00 per 1,000 gallons
• $515,000.00 increase in bond principal appropriations
• $289,846.00 increase in employee health insurance O/E
• Reduction of $70,329.00 in Uniform Construction Code fees
• Reduction of $415,586.50 in American Rescue Plan Act revenue

The Council adopted ordinances regarding traffic regulations, administrative code, insufficient funds fees, and 2023 employee salaries. They also approved a consent agenda including sewer connections, a wastewater treatment plant operation contract, and the appointment of a full-time assistant engineer.

• Adopted Ordinance 1443-23 (Traffic Regulations)
• Adopted Ordinance 1444-23 (Administrative Code amendments)
• Adopted Ordinance 1445-23 (Insufficient funds fee)
• Adopted Ordinance 1446-23 (2023 salaries and compensation)
• Introduced Ordinance 1447-23 (Borough service fee modifications)
• Introduced Ordinance 1448-23 (Municipal budget appropriation limits/cap bank)
• Appointed Michael DeCarlo as full-time Assistant Engineer ($92,500 annual salary)
• Awarded wastewater treatment plant operation contract to Natural Systems Utilities

Meeting

The Planning Board meeting includes the review and approval of invoices for professional services related to specific applications. The agenda contains no new land use proposals or decisions for public hearing.

• $3,885.00 invoice for review of 4-18 Lane Avenue
• $2,747.50 invoice for review of 30 Smull Avenue
• $3,112.50 invoice for review of 4-18 Lane Avenue

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the July 12, 2023 meeting. The Board also approved three invoices for professional services related to application reviews for properties on Lane Avenue and Smull Avenue.

• Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $3,885.00 invoice for 4-18 Lane Avenue review (Ashenfelter, Trembulak, McDonough, Golia & Trevenen)
• Approved $2,747.50 invoice for 30 Smull Avenue review (Ashenfelter, Trembulak, McDonough, Golia & Trevenen)
• Approved $3,112.50 invoice for 4-18 Lane Avenue review (Topology NJ LLC)

Borough Council

The Borough Council met to consider several ordinances regarding business registration, parking meter fees, and municipal administrative duties. The agenda also included a proclamation for National Night Out 2023.

• Ordinance 1442-23: Requires $500,000 liability insurance for businesses and $300,000 for certain multi-family rentals, with a $25 annual registration fee
• Ordinance 1443-23: Sets parking meter rates to $1.20 per hour for various street locations effective September 1, 2023
• Ordinance 1444-23: Requires the Borough Administrator to provide an annual report on the condition of Borough-owned buildings by October 1
• Ordinance 1445-23: Establishes a $20.00 fee for payments returned due to insufficient funds
• Proclamation recognizing National Night Out 2023 on August 1st at Caldwell University

The Council adopted an ordinance requiring liability insurance and annual registration for businesses and rental units. They also introduced four new ordinances regarding traffic, administrative codes, insufficient funds fees, and 2023 salaries. A resolution to request a one-building plan for a project was defeated.

• Adopted Ordinance 1442-23 requiring liability insurance and registration for businesses and rental units
• Introduced Ordinance 1443-23 regarding traffic regulations
• Introduced Ordinance 1444-23 amending the administrative code
• Introduced Ordinance 1445-23 adding a fee for insufficient funds
• Introduced Ordinance 1446-23 fixing 2023 salaries and compensation
• Approved $153,750 purchase of a hook loader for DPW (Consent Agenda)
• Approved purchase of meters not to exceed $55,323.18 (Consent Agenda)
• Denied Resolution 7-210 requesting a one-building plan (6-1)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to approve minutes from June 14, 2023, and review invoices related to site applications. The board is also scheduled to consider resolutions for applications at 30 Smull Avenue and 4-18 Lane Avenue.

• Resolution for Application RED23-003, 30 Smull Avenue
• Resolution for Application RED21-001 (2), 4-18 Lane Avenue
• $1,015.00 invoice from Ashenfelter, Trembulak, McDonough, Golia & Trevenen
• $2,056.00 invoice from T and M Associates

The Planning Board approved resolutions for two applications and two professional invoices. The resolution for 4-18 Lane Avenue was approved with amended language regarding tree and sidewalk installation requirements.

• Approved minutes from June 14, 2023 meeting
• Approved $1,015.00 invoice for review of 4-18 Lane Avenue
• Approved $2,056.00 invoice for review of 30 Smull Avenue
• Approved resolution for Application RED23-003, 30 Smull Avenue (7-0-2)
• Approved amended resolution for Application RED21-001 (2), 4-18 Lane Avenue (7-0-2)

Meeting

The Borough Council will hear a presentation regarding potential plans for the Municipal Complex. Additionally, Tom Tucci will provide an explanation of redevelopment bonding and the current budget for project completion.

• Presentation of possible plans for Municipal Complex
• Explanation of Redevelopment Bonding and current budget for project completion

The Borough Council received a presentation on three options for a new Police Headquarters and plans for the Library and Community Center. No formal votes were taken; the meeting consisted of architectural presentations and public comment regarding budget and facility size.

• Presented three options for Police Headquarters location and size
• Proposed relocating municipal offices to the Community Center
• Discussed potential Library renovation options including facade preservation

Zoning Board

The Board will continue the review of Application RED23-002 regarding a bifurcated zoning application for a D Variance for Density. The meeting also includes the approval of an invoice for professional services.

• Application RED23-002: Bifurcated Zoning Application for a D Variance for Density at 358 Bloomfield Avenue
• Approval of T and M Associates Invoice #SAB445160 for $2,510.00

Local Assistance Board

The agenda consists of procedural items including a call to order and the approval of minutes from March 27, 2023. The Director's Report is also listed under old business.

• Approval of March 27, 2023 minutes

Borough Council

The Borough Council is reviewing ordinances regarding liability insurance registration for businesses and rental units. The meeting also includes several proclamations of gratitude to local residents and volunteers.

• Ordinance 1442-23: Requires $500,000 liability insurance for businesses and most rentals, and $300,000 for certain multifamily homes
• Ordinance 1442-23: Establishes a $25.00 annual administrative fee and a $500.00 fine for failure to register certificates of insurance
• Ordinance 1441-23: Proposes exempting qualified active volunteer firefighters and West Essex First Aid Squad members from parking meter fees
• Proclamation: Recognition of Thomas and Conner Carey for raising over $230 for the Caldwell Food Pantry
• Proclamation: Recognition of John Jones upon his retirement as Head Custodian of Lincoln Elementary School

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a preliminary and final site plan approval for S & S Caldwell Village, LLC at 4, 12, 14, and 18 Lane Avenue. The meeting also includes the administration of an oath of office and approval of invoices.

• Oath of Office for Doris Lightner
• Approval of T & M Associates Invoice #VP443342 for $1,827.50
• Approval of Resolution for Application RED23-003 (30 Smull Avenue)
• Site Plan Approval for 4, 12, 14, and 18 Lane Avenue

The Board conducted a remanded hearing for a 114-unit residential complex at 4, 12, 14, and 18 Lane Avenue. The application was returned by the Court following a resident's appeal regarding the Redevelopment Plan and stormwater management. The Board reviewed updated site plans, stormwater calculations, and parking specifications.

• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes with an edit regarding basement windows
• Approved $1,827.50 invoice from T & M Associates for 30 Smull Avenue review
• Swore in Doris Lightner as an Alternate Member of the Planning Board

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review the minutes from the May 9, 2023, public meeting. New business includes the consideration of food licenses for Kurobuta.

• Approval of May 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Food license discussion for Kurobuta

Zoning Board

The Board is reviewing a bifurcated zoning application for a density variance at 358 Bloomfield Avenue. The meeting also includes the approval of several invoices related to applications for 2 Linwood Terrace and 358 Bloomfield Avenue.

• Application RED23-002: Density variance for 358 Bloomfield Avenue
• Application Z23-001: Resolution regarding 2 Linwood Terrace
• Invoice #73877: $315.00 for review of 2 Linwood Terrace
• Invoice #73876: $570.00 for review of 358 Bloomfield Avenue
• Invoice #74070: $195.00 for resolution preparation for 2 Linwood Terrace

The Board approved the meeting minutes from May 3, 2023, and several professional invoices. A resolution for Application Z23-001 was approved. A hearing for a density variance at 358 Bloomfield Avenue was adjourned due to a lack of required members.

• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Durkin & Durkin LLC Invoice #73877 ($315.00)
• Approved Durkin & Durkin LLC Invoice #73876 ($570.00)
• Approved Durkin & Durkin LLC Invoice #74070 ($195.00)
• Approved Lisa Phillips, P.P. AICP Invoice dated May 5, 2023 ($1,125.00)
• Approved Lisa Phillips, P.P. AICP Invoice dated May 8, 2023 ($675.00)
• Approved resolution for Application Z23-001, 2 Linwood Terrace (unanimous)
• Adjourned hearing for Application RED23-002, 358 Bloomfield Avenue to July 5, 2023 (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is conducting a first planning review for a bifurcated application regarding a density variance. The proposal involves constructing a three-story, mixed-use building featuring retail space and five residential units.

• Density variance request for 358 Bloomfield Avenue (Block 5 and Lot 25.01)
• Proposed construction of a three-story building with 1,030 SF of retail space
• Proposed residential plan includes four one-bedroom apartments and one studio apartment
• Development includes one designated affordable housing unit
• Application seeks to exceed the maximum permitted density of 40 units/acre

Meeting

The committee will meet to approve minutes from the May 1, 2023, meeting and receive a report from the Director. No specific new business items were listed on the agenda.

• Approval of May 1, 2023, meeting minutes
• Director's Report

Planning Board

This document provides technical stormwater management data for the property at 4, 12, 14, and 18 Lane Avenue. The report details hydrograph summaries, basin models, and detention pond reports for the site.

• Stormwater management addendum for 4, 12, 14, and 18 Lane Avenue
• Hydrology reports for South Pond and North Pond (Upper and Lower)
• Analysis of peak flow and runoff volumes for the Caldwell Village site

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider several resolutions including road paving, software purchases, and personnel appointments. The meeting includes a presentation by the Network of Enlightened Women and an announcement regarding a $60,000 donation.

• Purchase of Neptune data collection hardware and software for $20,384.00
• Contract for partial milling and paving of Brookside Avenue not to exceed $43,500.00
• Acceptance of an anonymous $60,000.00 donation for local assistance programs
• Agreement with National ATE Main Cleaning Company for sewer cleaning on Esps Road, Hillcrest Road, and Westover Avenue
• Authorization to advertise for a part-time Electrical Subcode Official and Police Officer

The Council approved a consent agenda containing multiple resolutions for municipal operations, including a paving contract and an interlocal agreement for senior transportation. The Council also accepted a $60,000 anonymous donation for the food pantry, senior center, and local assistance board.

• Approved $43,500 contract to Cuneo Paving Inc. for Brookside Avenue (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Accepted $60,000 anonymous donation for food pantry, senior center, and local assistance board (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $20,384 purchase of Neptune data collection hardware and software (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved interlocal agreement with West Caldwell and Roseland for senior citizen transportation (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved contract for National Ater Main Cleaning Company for sewer cleaning (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized hiring Chief Hayducka of RJH Law Enforcement Consultants as hearing officer (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved appointment of David Berardi to Caldwell Volunteer Fire Department (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved May 2, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review several resolutions, including a proposal to delay the demolition of Borough Hall and the Library for 35 days. The agenda also includes a major purchase for the volunteer fire department and various municipal appointments.

• Purchase of an E-ONE HP100 platform ladder truck for $1,603,080.00
• Resolution to delay demolition of Borough Hall and Library buildings until June 9, 2023
• Ordinance 1441-23 to exempt qualified Caldwell Fire Department volunteers from parking meter fees
• Contract award to Front-Page Promotions Inc. not to exceed $17,500.00
• Purchase of flower planters for Bloomfield Avenue for $17,177.00

The Council approved the purchase of a new platform ladder truck and several other contracts via a consent agenda. They also voted to temporarily delay the demolition of the Borough Hall and Library buildings for 35 days. An ordinance was introduced to exempt volunteer fire and first aid members from parking meter fees.

• Approved purchase of E-ONE HP100 platform ladder truck for $1,603,080.00
• Approved 35-day delay of Borough Hall and Library demolition (5-1)
• Introduced Ordinance 1441-23 to exempt volunteer fire and first aid members from parking meter fees
• Awarded $17,500 contract to Front-Page Promotions Inc.
• Awarded $18,350 contract to Topology
• Approved $17,177 purchase of flower planters from General Recreation, Inc.
• Approved appointment of Mark Guiliano as Municipal Zoning Officer for 2023
• Approved appointment of Michael Petruzzi as Junior Firefighter

Meeting

The committee will meet to approve the minutes from the April 3, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes a Director's Report and old business, but no new specific items are listed.

• Approval of April 3, 2023, minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a resolution for Application RED23-001 regarding The Manor at Caldwell. The board also approved two invoices related to the review of that application. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Resolution for Application RED23-001 26-30 Lane Avenue (3-0-0)
• Approved $6,928.75 invoice from T and M Associates for Application RED23-001
• Approved $1,140.00 invoice from Ashenfelter, Trembulak, McDonough, Golia & Trevenen LLP for Application RED23-001
• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Rent Review Board

The Caldwell Rent Review Board met and handled routine administrative business. Members appointed John Chiaia, Esq. as board attorney and approved the minutes from the January 18, 2023 meeting. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned after about eight minutes.

• Appointed John Chiaia, Esq. as Rent Review Board Attorney
• Approved meeting minutes from January 18, 2023
• No public comments or questions were received

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved Application RED23-001 for a residential development at 26-30 Lane Avenue. The project will include a four-story building with a two-story parking garage and a specific number of deed-restricted affordable housing units. Approval is subject to several conditions regarding stormwater, lighting, and pedestrian safety.

• Approved Application RED23-001 for 26-30 Lane Avenue (7-0-2)
• Denied motion to carry over application to April 12, 2023 (2-7-0)
• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $3,642.00 invoice from T and M Associates

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a preliminary and final site plan application for a 44-unit multi-family residential building at 26-30 Lane Avenue. The project includes 9 affordable units, 95 parking spaces, and is located in the Downtown Caldwell Redevelopment Area's Subdistrict V. The proposal complies with all bulk and area requirements of the Redevelopment Plan.

• 44 residential units proposed: 13 one-bedroom, 29 two-bedroom, 2 three-bedroom
• 9 affordable units required, with 5 low-income and 4 moderate-income units
• 95 parking spaces total, with 15% set aside for electric vehicle charging
• Building height of 37.27 ft to roofline, 42.27 ft to parapet, 4 stories
• 3,380 sq ft terrace and 720 sq ft community room on second floor

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a revised preliminary/final site plan for The Manor at Caldwell, a development at 26-30 Lane Avenue (Block 41, Lot 7). The applicant has submitted updated plans and responses to board professionals' comments, addressing parking, bicycle storage, lighting, landscaping, and other design standards. The board will decide on the application.

• Revised site plan for The Manor at Caldwell, 26-30 Lane Avenue, Block 41, Lot 7
• 95 parking spaces proposed, with 15 EV spaces per state law
• Bicycle storage area revised to 20' x 24' with 44 bike capacity
• Building height calculated at 37.27 feet
• Nine affordable housing units to be provided

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a proposal for a 4-story residential building on Lane Avenue, Block 41, Lot 7, in Caldwell. The application includes removal of existing structures and construction of a new building with parking, bicycle storage, and stormwater detention. The board is also considering steep slope disturbance and site plan details.

• Proposed 4-story residential building on Lane Avenue
• Removal of existing dwelling, garage, shed, and driveway
• New parking areas including ground floor and below-grade parking
• Stormwater detention system with 48-inch HDPE pipes
• Steep slope disturbance analysis for the site

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a proposal by The Manor at Caldwell, LLC for a new apartment building at 26 Lane Avenue. The project includes 56 units (mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments) with 9 affordable units, and parking for 95 vehicles. The agenda consists of architectural plans and compliance notes for the Caldwell Redevelopment Plan.

• 56-unit apartment building proposed at 26 Lane Avenue
• 9 affordable housing units included (1 one-bedroom, 2 three-bedroom, 6 two-bedroom)
• 95 parking spaces provided across two levels
• Building designed with brick, stucco, and fiberglass shingle exterior
• Compliance with Caldwell Redevelopment Plan sections 6.7.7 (transparency) and 6.12 (fourth-floor stepback)

Planning Board

The Board held a hearing for a preliminary and final site plan for 44 residential units at 26-30 Lane Avenue. The application is part of a court settlement to provide affordable housing. No final decision was made; the hearing was adjourned to March 8, 2023.

• Approved meeting minutes from January 11, 2023
• Adjourned hearing for Application RED23-001 (26-30 Lane Avenue) to March 8, 2023

Zoning Board

The Board elected a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson and approved the meeting minutes from January 4, 2023. A variance resolution for 63 Ravine Avenue was approved, and a legal invoice for the review of that application was paid.

• Elected Mr. Kurus as Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Elected Mr. San George as Vice Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Approved January 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Durkin & Durkin, LLC Invoice #3749-1 for $392.00
• Approved variance resolution for 63 Ravine Avenue (Unanimous)

Rent Review Board Reorganizational

The Board held a reorganizational meeting to elect its leadership and appoint professional staff. The board also approved its 2023 meeting schedule and the minutes from October 19, 2022.

• Elected Mr. Galante as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Ms. Evans as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed Brittany Heun and Kim Conlon as Board Secretaries (unanimous)
• Appointed Mr. Joshua Levine as Attorney for the Board (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Meeting Calendar dates (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing an application from 358 Bloomfield Avenue, LLC to convert an existing one-story commercial building into a three-story mixed-use building with ground-floor retail and five residential units at 358 Bloomfield Avenue. The applicant is seeking variances for maximum residential density, parking requirements, and several existing non-conformities related to lot area, lot width, side yard setback, building coverage, and impervious coverage.

• Proposed 3-story mixed-use building with 1,030 sq ft retail and 5 residential units
• Variance requested for residential density (77 DU/acre vs. 40 DU/acre maximum)
• Variance requested for parking (8 spaces required, 5 proposed)
• Existing non-conformities for lot area, lot width, side yard setback, building coverage, and impervious coverage
• Waiver requested from landscape plan requirement due to full site occupancy

Meeting

The Zoning Board of Adjustment held its reorganizational meeting to appoint professionals and set the 2023 schedule. The board denied a variance request for a homeowner to widen a driveway and add a permeable parking area. The board also approved the 2022 annual reporting resolution.

• Approved Robert Cosgrove as Board Attorney
• Approved Glenn Beckmeyer as Board Engineer
• Approved Brittany Heun and Kim Conlon as Board Secretaries
• Approved December 7, 2022 public minutes
• Approved 2022 Annual Reporting Resolution
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule
• Denied variance for driveway widening and parking area at 63 Ravine Avenue (4-1-0)