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Mon Aug 24, 2026

Historic District Commision

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CITY OF BRIDGETON Historic Preservation Commission 181 E. Commerce Street Bridgeton, NJ 08302 Please be advised that the City of Bridgeton Historic Preservation Commission will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, August 24, 2026, 5:00 PM, in person. Formal action may be taken at this meeting. “In compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act, this regular meeting of the City of Bridgeton Historic Preservation Commission was duly advertised in The South Jersey Times and the Atlantic City Press. A notice was also filed with the Bridgeton City Clerk’s Office and posted at the City Hall Annex in compliance with this Act.” AGENDA A. Call to order — Chairman Public Meeting Act Compliance Roll Call and Quorum Check B. Meeting Minutes — July 27, 2026 C. New Business — Major Applications 1. 281 N. Pearl Street — Front Porch Repairs, Rear Addition, Replacement Windows and Siding 2. 191 N. Pearl Street — Installation of Stairs 3. 59 N. Pearl Street — Fencing D. New Business — Minor Approvals 1. 306 Bank Street — Paint color 2. 194 Hampton Street — Front porch railing 3. 77 Bank Street — Paint color NJEDA Grant for Commercial District Public Comments Executive Session (if necessary) Ro s F Adjourn
Tue Aug 18, 2026

City Council

Bridgeton Council to vote on cannabis retail expansion and property sales

The Bridgeton City Council is meeting to consider ordinances that would expand retail cannabis operations, including allowing a new dispensary at 70 Manheim Avenue and extending operating hours to 10 p.m. They will also vote on selling city-owned properties and a consent agenda with resolutions on tax sales, grants, and equipment purchases.

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A. CALL TO ORDER B. STATEMENT OF MEETING NOTICE Notice of this Meeting of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton, as required by N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., the “Open Public Meetings Act”, has been provided by a public advertisement in the South Jersey Times, The Daily Journal and Atlantic City Press, posted in the Municipal Building, and on the City Website setting forth the time, date, and meeting location of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton. C. INVOCATION/ FLAG SALUTE D. ROLL CALL DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez, King Bethea E. PRESENTATIONS/ RECOGNITIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/ HEARINGS: 1. Bonique Vinson and Xzavier Vinson - Dr. Nugz — Retail Cannabis — 70 Manheim Avenue F. MINUTES: City Council Meeting: July 21, 2026 MOVE: SECOND: CARRIED: G. COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea Finance Public Safety DPW/Water/Sewer Personnel Bridgeton Public Schools Library Finance - Governance BMSA Housing Authority Economic Development Housing/Code Youth/Recreation/Park Planning Board Historic Commission Public Relations H. MAYOR / BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR / SOLICITOR REPORTS I. OTHER BUSINESS/CONCERNS J. ORDINANCES 1 READING (2) (Second Reading Scheduled for September 15, 2026) 1. Ordinance amending Chapter 110-3 Sections (B) and (C) with respect to retail cannabis establishments operating within the City of Bridgeton. MOVE: SECOND: DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea 2. Ordinance authorizing the sale of certain property owned by City of Bridgeton. MOVE: SECO …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026

Zoning Board

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Bridgeton City Mayor Albert B. Kelly Bridgeton City Council Members Edward Bethea, President Rosemary DeQuinzio J. Curtis Edwards David Gonzalez Marian King PLEASE NOTE: Applicants are expected to be present for the hearing. The Board does not begin any new applications after 10 pm. AGENDA CITY OF BRIDGETON ZONING BOARD THURSDAY – AUGUST 13, 2026 6:30pm CALL TO ORDER – Chair READING OF STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE - Secretary ROLL CALL - FLAG SALUTE APPROVAL OF MINUTES • June 11, 2026 • May 14, 2026 APPLICATIONS N&Y Propertys Resources LLC Application #26-05ZB 56-58 Fayette Street Minor Site Plan & D(1) Use Variance Block 259, Lot 20 & 21 Howard Melnicove – Attorney F. Brian Casey – Attorney RESOLUTIONS Edwardo Espinoza (El Pacifico Restaurant) – Application #26-04ZB – Block 2, Lots 2.02 & 2.03 - Revised Site Plan & Use Variance OTHER ADJOURNMENT
Wed Aug 12, 2026

Planning Board

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Bridgeton City Mayor Albert B. Kelly Bridgeton City Council Members Edward Bethea, President Rosemary DeQuinzio J. Curtis Edwards David Gonzalez Marian King PLEASE NOTE: Applicants are expected to be present for the hearing. The Board does not begin any new applications after 10 pm. AGENDA CITY OF BRIDGETON PLANNING BOARD WEDNESDAY – AUGUST 12, 2026 6:30 pm CALL TO ORDER – Chair, Rick Dawson READING OF STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE – Secretary ROLL CALL -- FLAG SALUTE APPROVAL OF MINUTES – July 8, 2026 APPLICATIONS Cumberland County Matthew Pisarski, AICP PP Playground Park at County Library “Courtesy Review” 800 E. Commerce Street Block 20, lot 14.01 & Block 186, Lot 17.02 Gateway CAP (Sharp Meadows) Application #26-07PB Cone & Colfax Streets Minor Subdivision & Variances Block 167, Lot 2 Howard Melnicove - Attorney RESOLUTIONS OF APPROVAL KMT Properties Bridgeton, LLC – 46 Rosenhayn Avenue, Block 17, Lot 88– Application #26-05PB – Amended Preliminary & Final Site Plan Cumberland Dairy – 80 Edward Avenue, Block 9, Lot 1.01 & Block 11, lot 12.02 – Application #26- 06PB – Amended Final Major Site Plan OTHER ADJOURNMENT
Mon Jul 27, 2026

Historic District Commision

Historic Preservation Commission reviews porch and facade changes in Bridgeton

The Bridgeton Historic Preservation Commission will meet on July 27, 2026, to review and potentially approve changes to front porches, paint colors, and other exterior alterations at ten properties. The meeting follows standard procedural steps including minutes approval, public comments, and an NJEDA grant discussion.

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CITY OF BRIDGETON Historic Preservation Commission 181 E. Commerce Street Bridgeton, NJ 08302 Please be advised that the City of Bridgeton Historic Preservation Commission will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, July 27, 2026, 5:00 PM, in person. Formal action may be taken at this meeting. “In compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act, this regular meeting of the City of Bridgeton Historic Preservation Commission was duly advertised in The South Jersey Times and the Atlantic City Press. A notice was also filed with the Bridgeton City Clerk’s Office and posted at the City Hall Annex in compliance with this Act.” AGENDA A. Call to order — Chairman Public Meeting Act Compliance Roll Call and Quorum Check B. Meeting Minutes — June 22, 2026 C. New Business — Major Applications 1. 175 Irving Avenue — Front Porch Railings 2. 65 W. Commerce Street — Alterations to Front Porch 3. 92-94 Walnut Street — Front Porch Repairs 4. 204 Hampton Street — Front Porch Stair Replacement D. New Business — Minor Approvals 1. 221 N. Pearl Street — Paint color and various “like for like” repairs 2. 122 Vine Street — Paint color and various “like for like” repairs 3. 52 E Commerce Street — Sign Replacement 4. 74 Elmer Street — Roof replacement 5. 50 Bank Street — Paint colors and roof replacement 6. 263 E. Commerce Street — Sidewalk repair/replacement NJEDA Grant for Commercial District Public Comments . Executive Session (if necessary) mos . Adjourn CITY OF BRIDGETON Historic Preservat …
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CITY OF BRIDGETON Historic Preservation Commission 181 E. Commerce Street Bridgeton, NJ 08302 Please be advised that the City of Bridgeton Historic Preservation Commission will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, August 24, 2026, 5:00 PM, in person. Formal action may be taken at this meeting. “In compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act, this regular meeting of the City of Bridgeton Historic Preservation Commission was duly advertised in The South Jersey Times and the Atlantic City Press. A notice was also filed with the Bridgeton City Clerk’s Office and posted at the City Hall Annex in compliance with this Act.” AGENDA A. Call to order — Chairman Public Meeting Act Compliance Roll Call and Quorum Check B. Meeting Minutes — July 27, 2026 C. New Business — Major Applications 1. 281 N. Pearl Street — Front Porch Repairs, Rear Addition, Replacement Windows and Siding 2. 191 N. Pearl Street — Installation of Stairs 3. 59N. Pearl Street — Fencing D. New Business — Minor Approvals 1. 306 Bank Street — Paint color 2. 194 Hampton Street - Front porch railing 3. 77 Bank Street — Paint color NJEDA Grant for Commercial District Public Comments Executive Session (if necessary) mon Adjourn City of Bridgeton NJ Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes Monday — July 27, 2026 The meeting of the Bridgeton Historic Commission was called to order by Chairman Matt Pisarski. He read the Public Meeting Act and Called for Roll Call. Present for this meeting, Matt Pisarski, …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026

City Council

Council considers referendum to dissolve Bridgeton Free Public Library

The City Council is deciding on a binding referendum for the November 3, 2026 election regarding the dissolution of the Bridgeton Free Public Library. The body is also reviewing ordinances for cannabis retail hours and police department command restructuring. Other items include redevelopment agreements and public right-of-way vacations.

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✓ Decided: Council advances library dissolution referendum despite public opposition

The Bridgeton City Council introduced two ordinances on first reading and adopted several on second reading, including a binding referendum question on dissolving the Bridgeton Free Public Library, which passed despite extensive public opposition. The council also rejected an ordinance amending Chapter 40, approved a consent agenda with 25 resolutions, and heard public concerns about ICE staging on city property.

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BRIDGETON CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA JULY 21, 2026 5:30 P.M. POLICE AND MUNICIPAL COURT COMPLEX 330 FAYETTE STREET, BRIDGETON, NJ . CALL TO ORDER . STATEMENT OF MEETING NOTICE Notice of this Meeting of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton, as required by N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., the “Open Public Meetings Act”, has been provided by a public advertisement in the South Jersey Times, The Daily Journal and Atlantic City Press, posted in the Municipal Building, and on the City Website setting forth the time, date, and meeting location of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton. . INVOCATION/ FLAG SALUTE . ROLL CALL DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea . PRESENTATIONS/ RECOGNITIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/ HEARINGS: 1. BlueSky Power — Bridgeton Community Energy Plan ; . MINUTES: City Council Meeting: June 16, 2026 City Council Special Meeting: June 30, 2026 MOVE: SECOND: CARRIED: . COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea Finance Public Safety DPW/Water/Sewer Personnel Bridgeton Public Schools Library Finance ~ Governance BMSA Housing Authority Economic Development Housing/Code Youth/Recreation/Park Planning Board Historic Commission Public Relations . MAYOR / BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR / SOLICITOR REPORTS OTHER BUSINESS/CONCERNS . ORDINANCES 1% READING (2) (Second Reading Scheduled for August 18, 2026) . Ordinance establishing Block Off Street Application procedures. MOVE: SECOND: DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea . Ordinance amending Section 110 …
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BRIDGETON CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 21, 2026 A meeting of the Bridgeton City Council was held on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 5:43 p.m., at the City of Bridgeton Police and Municipal Court Complex, 330 Fayette Street, Bridgeton, New Jersey in Council Chambers. Meeting had a delayed start due to Municipal Court still in session. The meeting was called to order by Council President Bethea. The Statement of Meeting Notice was read by Municipal Clerk, Nichole Almanza. Notice of this Meeting of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton, as required by N.J.S.A. 10:4- 6 et seq., the "Open Public Meetings Act", has been provided by a public advertisement in the South Jersey Times, The Daily Journal and Atlantic City Press, posted in the Municipal Building, and on the City Website setting forth the time, date, and meeting location of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton. Invocation and Flag Salute were led by Mayor Kelly. The following answered to roll call: Councilwoman Rosemary DeQuinzio Councilman J. Curtis Edwards Councilwoman Marian King Council President Edward Bethea Absent: Councilman David Gonzalez Also in attendance: Mayor Albert Kelly Solicitor Michele Gibson CFO Dianilda Torres PRESENTATIONS: BlueSky Power- Bridgeton Community Energy Plan Administrator Kevin Rabago Municipal Clerk Nichole Almanza Business Administrator, Kevin Rabago explained that the City received grant funding regarding a Community Energy Plan. Mr. Ben Parvey of Blu …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026

Planning Board

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Bridgeton City Mayor Albert B. Kelly Bridgeton City Council Members Edward Bethea, President Rosemary DeQuinzio J. Curtis Edwards David Gonzalez Marian King PLEASE NOTE: Applicants are expected to be present for the hearing. The Board does not begin any new applications after 10 pm. AGENDA CITY OF BRIDGETON PLANNING BOARD WEDNESDAY – JULY 8, 2026 6:30 pm CALL TO ORDER – Chair, Rick Dawson READING OF STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE – Secretary ROLL CALL -- FLAG SALUTE APPROVAL OF MINUTES – June 10, 2026 APPLICATIONS KMT Properties Bridgeton, LLC Application #26-05PB 46 Rosenhayn Avenue Preliminary & Final Major Subdivision Block 17, Lot 88 Adam Telsey - Attorney Cumberland Dairy Application #26-06PB 80 Edward Avenue Amended Final Major Site Plan Block 9, lot 1.01 & Block 11, lot 12.02 Theodore Ritter - Attorney RESOLUTIONS OF APPROVAL J&T Management Group LLC – 105 Manheim Avenue, Block 106, Lot 1– Application #26-03PB – Site Plan waiver and change of use ADJOURNMENT
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Bridgeton City Mayor Albert B. Kelly Bridgeton City Council Members Edward Bethea, President Rosemary DeQuinzio J. Curtis Edwards David Gonzalez Marian King Minutes of the July 8, 2026 Planning Board Meeting 6:30pm Meeting was called to order by Chair, Rick Dawson Statement of Public Notice was read by Roberta Copeland, Secretary Those answering to roll call were: Rick Dawson Mayor Kelly Donna Pearson Lee Fox David Gonzalez George Funkhouser William Matias Raheem McClendon Markida Taylor Approval of Minutes: Donna Pearson made a motion to approve the Minutes of the June 10, 2026 meeting. Markida Taylor seconded with all in favor. Application #26-05PB – KMT Properties Bridgeton, LLC – 46 Rosenhayn Avenue, Block 17, Lot 88 – Amended Preliminary & Final Site Plan – Adam Telsey, Attorney Mr. Telsey stated the applicant presented (2) prior site plan applications – in 2019, they received approval for a 180,000 square foot facility and then they came back in 2023 to revise and amend this site plan and was granted - they went from a 180,000 sq. ft. building to a 126,000 sq. ft. building and reduced the loading docks and parking stalls. They are now asking to construct the warehouse building and reduce the size of the building from 126,000 sq. ft. to 120,000 sq. ft; reduce the loading dock from 23 to 16; increase the parking spaces from 23 to 55 stalls and modify the stormwater management system. Donna Pearson made a motion to deem the a …
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Tue Jun 30, 2026

City Council

Bridgeton City Council to vote on adopting the CY2026 Municipal Budget

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the CY2026 Municipal Budget amendment and vote on the budget's adoption. The council will also consider two applications to block off city streets for events in July.

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✓ Decided: Bridgeton City Council adopts CY2026 Municipal Budget

The City Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved the CY2026 Municipal Budget. The council also approved two applications to block off streets for upcoming community events.

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BRIDGETON CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA JUNE 30, 2026 AT 5:30 P.M. POLICE AND MUNICIPAL COURT COMPLEX 330 FAYETTE STREET, BRIDGETON, NJ A. CALL TO ORDER B. STATEMENT OF MEETING NOTICE This Special Meeting was called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. Notices of this meeting were emailed to the South Jersey Times and The Daily Journal. In addition, copies of notices were posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building and the City website and have remained continuously posted. C. INVOCATION/ FLAG SALUTE D. ROLL CALL DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea E. PRESENTATIONS/ RECOGNITIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/ HEARINGS: 1. PUBLIC HEARING CY2026 MUNICIPAL BUDGET AMENDMENT THIS THE TIME AND PLACE SET FORTH FOR THE PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CY2026 MUNICIPAL BUDGET AMENDMENT OPEN: MOVE: SECOND: CARRIED: CLOSE: MOVE: SECOND: CARRIED: 2. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIDGETON AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF THE CY2026 MUNICIPAL BUDGET. MOVE: SECOND: DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea F. PUBLIC PORTION (on Consent Agenda items, or any other matter.) OPEN Meeting: MOVE: SECOND: ___ CARRIED: CLOSE Meeting: MOVE: SECOND: CARRIED: G. APPLICATION/S (2) 1. Block Off Street Application — (Pending Police Approval) Fred E. Pierce, Jr. — Ionic Lodge #40— Fundraiser — July 18, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. — Columbus Avenue from Vine Street to Hampton Street. MOVE: SECOND: CARRIED: 2. Block Off Street Application -- (Pending Police Ap …
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BRIDGETON CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 30, 2026 A Special Meeting of the Bridgeton City Council was held on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 5:30 p.m., at the City of Bridgeton Police and Municipal Court Complex, 330 Fayette Street, Bridgeton, New Jersey in Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Council President Bethea. The Statement of Meeting Notice was read by Municipal Clerk, Nichole Almanza; This Special Meeting was called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. Notices of this meeting were emailed to the South Jersey Times and The Daily Journal. In addition, copies of notices were posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building and the City website and have remained continuously posted. Invocation and Flag Salute were led by Councilman Gonzalez. The following answered to roll call: Councilwoman Rosemary DeQuinzio Councilman J. Curtis Edwards Councilman David Gonzalez Councilwoman Marian King Council President Edward Bethea Also in attendance: Mayor Albert Kelly Solicitor Michele Gibson CFO Dianilda Torres Administrator Kevin Rabago Municipal Clerk Nichole Almanza PRESENTATIONS: Budget 2026 Items: Public Hearing on Amendment and Adoption Council President Bethea announced this is the time and place set forth for the Public Hearing of the CY2026 Municipal Budget. It was moved by Councilman Edwards and seconded by Councilman Gonzalez that the meeting be opened to the public for a hearing on the C …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026

City Council

City Council to vote on dissolving Bridgeton Free Public Library

The Bridgeton City Council will meet to discuss and vote on several ordinances, including a binding referendum to dissolve the Bridgeton Free Public Library. A public hearing is scheduled for June 30, 2026, to amend the 2026 municipal budget, which includes changes to surplus and interlocal service agreements.

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✓ Decided: Bridgeton City Council amends 2026 municipal budget

The Council approved a resolution to amend the CY2026 Municipal Budget to reduce the tax increase from 36 cents to 19 cents. Several ordinances were introduced on first reading, including a proposed referendum on the dissolution of the Bridgeton Free Public Library. The Council also approved multiple shared services agreements and a schedule of bills totaling over $3.2 million.

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BRIDGETON CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA JUNE 16, 2026 5:30 P.M. POLICE AND MUNICIPAL COURT COMPLEX 330 FAYETTE STREET, BRIDGETON, NJ A. CALL TO ORDER B. STATEMENT OF MEETING NOTICE Notice of this Meeting of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton, as required by N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., the "Open Public Meetings Act", has been provided by a public advertisement in the South Jersey Times, The Daily Journal and Atlantic City Press, posted in the Municipal Building, and on the City Website setting forth the time, date, and meeting location of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton. C. INVOCATION/ FLAG SALUTE D. ROLLCALL DeQuinzio ___ Edwards ___ Gonzalez ___ King ___ Bethea __ _ E. PRESENTATIONS/ RECOGNITIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/ HEARINGS: BUDGET UPDATE FROM CFO 1. RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE CY2026 MUNICPAL BUDGET (Public Hearing scheduled for June 30, 2026) MOVE: ____ SECOND: ___ _ DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea --- --- --- --- --- F. MINUTES: City Council Meeting: May 19, 2026 MOVE: SECOND: CARRIED: ---- ---- ---- G. COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea Finance Public Safety D PW/Water/Sewer Personnel Bridgeton Public Schools Libraty Finance - Governance BMSA Housing Authority Economic Development Housing/Code Youth/Recreation/Park Planning Board Historic Commission Public Relations H. MAYOR I BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR/ SOLICITOR REPORTS I. OTHER BUSINESS/CONCERNS J. ORDINANCES 1st READING (5) (Second Reading Scheduled for …
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BRIDGETON CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 16, 2026 A meeting of the Bridgeton City Council was held on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 5:30 p.m., at the City of Bridgeton Police and Municipal Court Complex, 330 Fayette Street, Bridgeton, New Jersey in Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Council President Bethea. The Statement of Meeting Notice was read by Municipal Clerk, Nichole Almanza. Notice of this Meeting of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton, as required by N.J.S.A. 10:4- 6 et seq., the "Open Public Meetings Act", has been provided by a public advertisement in the South Jersey Times, The Daily Journal and Atlantic City Press, posted in the Municipal Building, and on the City Website setting forth the time, date, and meeting location of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton. Invocation and Flag Salute were led by Councilman Gonzalez. The following answered to roll call: Councilwoman Rosemary DeQuinzio Councilman J. Curtis Edwards Councilman David Gonzalez Councilwoman Marian King Council President Edward Bethea Also in attendance: Mayor Albert Kelly Solicitor Michele Gibson CFO Dianilda Torres PRESENTATIONS: 2026 Budget Items Administrator Kevin Rabago Municipal Clerk Nichole Almanza CFO, Dianilda Torres stated that the 2026 Budget was introduced at the April 21, 2026 meeting with a 36-cent increase. She stated that along with some changes requested by the State, the budget has been reviewed, and items have been cut t …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026

Zoning Board

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Bridgeton City Mayor Albert B. Kelly Bridgeton City Council Members Edward Bethea, President Rosemary DeQuinzio J. Curtis Edwards David Gonzalez Marian King PLEASE NOTE: Applicants are expected to be present for the hearing. The Board does not begin any new applications after 10 pm. AGENDA CITY OF BRIDGETON ZONING BOARD THURSDAY – JUNE 11, 2026 6:30pm CALL TO ORDER – Chair READING OF STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE - Secretary ROLL CALL - FLAG SALUTE APPROVAL OF MINUTES • May 14, 2026 APPOINTMENT OF BOARD SOLICITOR Justin R. White, Esquire – Resolution #2026-5ZB APPLICATIONS Edwardo Espinoza (El Pacifico Restaurant) Application #26-04ZB 892 Pearl Street Use Variance & Site Plan (Revised) Block 2, Lot 2.02 & 2.03 Terance Bennett - Attorney RESOLUTIONS Woodland Properties REI LLC – Application #26-01ZB – Block 190, Lot 31 Bulk Variance Woodland Properties REI LLC – Application #26-02ZB – Block 143, Lot 32 Bulk Variance Iglesia Pentecostal Paz Y Gozo Church – Application #26-03ZB – Block 2, Lot 2.02 & 2.03 Use Variance & Site Plan OTHER None ADJOURNMENT
Wed Jun 10, 2026

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approves 56-bed detox facility at 105 Manheim Ave

The Bridgeton Planning Board approved a waiver of site plan for J&T Management Group to convert a medical office at 105 Manheim Avenue into a 56-bed in-patient detoxification and short-term residential facility. The board also approved a redevelopment plan amendment adding a vacant lot at 280 S. Pine Street for a new house, and appointed Justin R. White as board solicitor. All votes were recorded as approved, with one abstention on the detox application.

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Bridgeton City Mayor Albert B. Kelly Bridgeton City Council Members Edward Bethea, President Rosemary DeQuinzio J. Curtis Edwards David Gonzalez Marian King PLEASE NOTE: Applicants are expected to be present for the hearing. The Board does not begin any new applications after 10 pm. AGENDA CITY OF BRIDGETON PLANNING BOARD WEDNESDAY – JUNE 10, 2026 6:30 pm CALL TO ORDER – Chair, Rick Dawson READING OF STATEMENT OF PUBLIC NOTICE – Secretary ROLL CALL -- FLAG SALUTE APPROVAL OF MINUTES – March 11, 2026 APPOINTMENT OF BOARD SOLICITOR Justin R. White, Esquire – Resolution #2026-6PB APPLICATIONS J&T Management Group LLC Application #26-03PB 105 Manheim Avenue Site Plan Waiver Block 106, Lot 1 Leonard Schwartz - Attorney Bridgeton Public Schools Courtesy information • Bridgeton High School Replace an existing loading dock REDEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan Barbara Fegley, Board Planner Census Tract 205 – Block 155, Lot 25 Report and Resolution #26-04PB 280 S. Pine Street RESOLUTIONS OF APPROVAL Sazon Premium, LLC – 59-61 E. Commerce Street, Block 5, Lot 1– Application #25-09PB – Minor Subdivision ADJOURNMENT
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Bridgeton City Mayor Albert B. Kelly Bridgeton City Council Members Edward Bethea, President Rosemary DeQuinzio J. Curtis Edwards David Gonzalez Marian King Minutes of the June 10, 2026 Planning Board Meeting 6:30pm Meeting was called to order by Chair, Rick Dawson Statement of Public Notice was read by Roberta Copeland, Secretary Those answering to roll call were: Rick Dawson Mayor Kelly Donna Pearson Lee Fox David Gonzalez George Funkhouser William Matias Raheem McClendon Markida Taylor Approval of Minutes: Donna Pearson made a motion to approve the Minutes of the March 11, 2026 meeting. Mayor Kelly seconded with all in favor with the exception of David Gonzalez, George Funkhouser and William Matias abstaining due to not being present at the meeting. Appointment of Board Solicitor – Justin R. White, Esquire Donna Pearson made a motion to appoint Justin R. White, Esquire as our Planning Board Solicitor. Markida Taylor seconded - roll call vote approved the motion with all in favor. Application #26-03PB – J&T Management Group, LLC – 105 Manheim Avenue, Block 106, Lot 1 – Waiver of Site Plan – Leonard Schwartz • Robert Salmons – founder/partner of J&T Management Group, LLC o Testified that he has been in recovery for about 12 years o He’s been in the industry for approximately 8 years and doing in-patient level of care and out-patient level of care. o He currently has (4) detoxing and residentials – one is Maplewood Treatment S …
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Tue May 19, 2026

City Council

City Council amends 2026 budget and approves infrastructure and redevelopment items

The Bridgeton City Council met to amend the 2026 municipal budget, authorize emergency appropriations, and advance ordinances for infrastructure upgrades and redevelopment projects. The meeting included public hearings on the budget amendment and several ordinances, as well as approvals for contracts and easements.

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✓ Decided: Bridgeton Council approves $1.02M for Oak Street water and sewer main replacement

City Council approved a $1.02M appropriation for water and sewer main replacements on Oak Street and authorized a right-of-way easement for the Phoenix Redevelopment Area. The council also held a public hearing on the CY2026 Municipal Budget and approved several contract change orders and grant applications.

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BRIDGETON CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA MAY 19, 2026 5:30 P.M. POLICE AND MUNICIPAL COURT COMPLEX 330 FAYETTE STREET, BRIDGETON, NJ . CALL TO ORDER . STATEMENT OF MEETING NOTICE Notice of this Meeting of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton, as required by N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., the “Open Public Meetings Act”, has been provided by a public advertisement in the South Jersey Times, The Daily Journal and Atlantic City Press, posted in the Municipal Building, and on the City Website setting forth the time, date, and meeting location of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton. » INVOCATION/ FLAG SALUTE . ROLL CALL DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea . PRESENTATIONS/ RECOGNITIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/ HEARINGS: 1. PUBLIC HEARING CY2026 MUNICIPAL BUDGET THIS THE TIME AND PLACE SET FORTH FOR THE PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CY2026 MUNICIPAL BUDGET OPEN: MOVE: SECOND: CARRIED: CLOSE: MOVE: SECOND: CARRIED: 2. RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE CY2026 MUNICPAL BUDGET - PUBLIC HEARING TO BE SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 16, 2026 MOVE: SECOND: DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea 3. RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 11-26 AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL EMERGENCY TEMPORARY APPROPRIATIONS PENDING FINAL ADOPTION OF THE CALENDAR YEAR 2026 BUDGET MOVE: SECOND: DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea . MINUTES: City Council Meeting: May 5, 2026 MOVE: SECOND: CARRIED: . COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea Finance Public Safety DPW/Water/Sewer Personnel Bridgeton Public Schools Library …
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BRIDGETON CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 19, 2026 A meeting of the Bridgeton City Council was held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:30 p.m., at the City of Bridgeton Police and Municipal Court Complex, 330 Fayette Street, Bridgeton, New Jersey in Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Council President Bethea. The Statement of Meeting Notice was read by Municipal Clerk, Nichole Almanza. Notice of this Meeting of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton, as required by N.J.S.A. 10:4- 6 et seq., the "Open Public Meetings Act", has been provided by a public advertisement in the South Jersey Times, The Daily Journal and Atlantic City Press, posted in the Municipal Building, and on the City Website setting forth the time, date, and meeting location of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton. Invocation and Flag Salute were led by Councilman Gonzalez. The following answered to roll call: Councilwoman Rosemary DeQuinzio Councilman J. Cmtis Edwards Councilman David Gonzalez Councilwoman Marian King Council President Edward Bethea Also in attendance: Mayor Albert Kelly Solicitor Michele Gibson CFO Dianilda Torres PRESENTATIONS: 2026 Budget Items Administrator Kevin Rabago Municipal Clerk Nichole Almanza CFO, Dianilda Torres stated that the 2026 Budget was introduced at the April 21, 2026 meeting with a 36-cent increase. She continued that the public hearing requirement for the introduced budget is on tonight's agenda. Ms. Torres explained …
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Tue May 5, 2026

City Council

City Council approves $1M water main replacement and easements for redevelopment

The Bridgeton City Council met on May 5, 2026, to discuss and vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including a $1,020,000 water main replacement project on Oak Street, easements for a senior housing redevelopment, and zoning changes for cannabis establishments. The meeting also included routine administrative actions such as utility adjustments and fund cancellations.

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✓ Decided: Bridgeton City Council approves $4.7M in bills and reviews 2026 budget

The City Council approved a schedule of bills totaling $4.7 million and passed several resolutions regarding redevelopment and housing needs. Two ordinances regarding water main replacement and right-of-way easements were introduced on first reading. A cannabis establishment location ordinance was considered and moved to final reading.

📄 From the agenda
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A. B. i. BRIDGETON CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA MAY 5, 2026 5:30 P.M. POLICE AND MUNICIPAL COURT COMPLEX 330 FAYETTE STREET, BRIDGETON, NJ CALL TO ORDER STATEMENT OF MEETING NOTICE Notice of this Meeting of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton, as required by N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., the “Open Public Meetings Act”, has been provided by a public advertisement in the South Jersey Times, The Daily Journal and Atlantic City Press, posted in the Municipal Building, and on the City Website setting forth the time, date, and meeting location of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton. INVOCATION/ FLAG SALUTE ROLL CALL DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea PRESENTATIONS/ RECOGNITIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/ HEARINGS: 1. CFO and Business Administrator — 2026 Budget Presentation MINUTES: City Council Meeting: April 21, 2026 MOVE: SECOND: CARRIED: COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS DeQuinzio Edwards Gonzalez King Bethea Finance Public Safety DPW/Water/Sewer Personnel Bridgeton Public Schools Library Finance - Governance BMSA Housing Authority Economic Development Housing/Code Youth/Recreation/Park Planning Board Historic Commission Public Relations MAYOR / BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR / SOLICITOR REPORTS OTHER BUSINESS/CONCERNS ORDINANCES 1‘ READING (2) (Second Reading Scheduled for May 19, 2026) Ordinance appropriating $1,020,000.00 from the water utility revitalization fund for the replacement of existing water and sewer mains on Oak Street within the City of Bridgeton, in the County of Cum …
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📄 From the minutes
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BRIDGETON CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 5, 2026 A meeting of the Bridgeton City Council was held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:30 p.m., at the City of Bridgeton Police and Municipal Court Complex, 330 Fayette Street, Bridgeton, New Jersey in Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Council President Bethea. The Statement of Meeting Notice was read by Municipal Clerk, Nichole Almanza. Notice of this Meeting of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton, as required by N.J.S.A. 10:4- 6 et seq., the “Open Public Meetings Act”, has been provided by a public advertisement in the South Jersey Times, The Daily Journal and Atlantic City Press, posted in the Municipal Building, and on the City Website setting forth the time, date, and meeting location of the City Council of the City of Bridgeton. Invocation and Flag Salute were led by Councilman Gonzalez. The following answered to roll call: Councilwoman Rosemary DeQuinzio Councilman J. Curtis Edwards Councilman David Gonzalez Councilwoman Marian King Council President Edward Bethea Also in attendance: Mayor Albert Kelly Administrator Kevin Rabago Solicitor Michele Gibson Municipal Clerk Nichole Almanza CFO Dianilda Torres PRESENTATIONS: 1. 2026 Budget Presentation — CFO, Dianilda Torres and Business Administrator, Kevin Rabago, Sr. Mr. Rabago and Ms. Torres provided an overview of the budget. Ms. Torres explained how budgets are built. She provided comparisons to various aspects of the 2025 budget vs. the 2 …
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💰 Federal awards (top 5 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$934,317CUMBERLAND OPERATOR, LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: CNH - SERVICES 04/01/2023 TO 09/30/2024.
$214,369CUMBERLAND OPERATOR, LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: CNH - SERVICES 10/01/2024 TO 08/31/2025.
$183,438CUMBERLAND OPERATIONS LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: CNH - SERVICES 10/01/2022 TO 03/31/2023.
$86,719CUMBERLAND COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY
Department of Justice · WASTEWATER UTILITY SERVICE FY23, 2ND QTR JAN_MAR
$81,442CUMBERLAND COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY
Department of Justice · WASTE WATER FY 23 10/1/2022 - 12/31/2022. A-C

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