Englewood public meetings in 2024

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Board of Adjustment will hear a new application from Verizon Wireless for a temporary 100'10" telecommunications tower at 484 Route 4 East. The ballast-mounted tower would include panel antennas and equipment within a fenced 20' x 20' area, with a requested term of 2 years plus a possible 1-year renewal. The board will also adopt memorialization resolutions for two previously approved cases: a property at 170 Brayton Street and a detox facility at 255 Humphrey Street.

• New application 24-001926: Verizon Wireless seeks a temporary 100'10" ballast-mounted tower with 9 panel antennas, 1 OVP, 6 remote radio heads, and ground equipment at 484 Route 4 East
• Relief sought from permitted use and maximum building & antenna height requirements
• Proposed tower would be temporary until a permanent facility is approved, with a 2-year term and possible 1-year renewal
• Memorialization resolution for File ZBA 2023-8: Raul & Grace Martinez, 170 Brayton Street (Block 1502, Lot 8)
• Memorialization resolution for File 24-001922: NJ Detox LLC, 255 Humphrey Street (Block 2505, Lot 5)

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a temporary wireless telecommunications facility for Verizon Wireless at 484 Route 4 East, with a 7-0 vote. The board also approved a memorialization resolution for NJ Detox LLC at 255 Humphrey St. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved temporary Verizon Wireless facility at 484 Route 4 East (7-0)
• Approved memorialization resolution for NJ Detox LLC at 255 Humphrey St (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The board will hear two continued applications: one from Dwight-Englewood School to amend a site plan to permit a larger number of students than originally allowed, and another from a property owner seeking variances to subdivide a lot and build a two-family dwelling. The board will also adopt memorialization resolutions for two previous applications and discuss the 2023 annual report.

• Continued application by Dwight Englewood School, 315 E Palisade Ave, to amend site plan to increase permitted student count
• Continued application by Samuel Cureton Jr, 101 Lafayette Pl, seeking D(1), C(1), C(2) variances for lot subdivision and two-family dwelling construction
• Adoption of memorialization resolution for NJ Detox LLC (255 Humphrey St) and Actors Fund Home (155 W Hudson Ave)
• Discussion of the 2023 Annual Report

The Englewood Zoning Board approved a D(1) use variance and site plan waiver for NJ Detox LLC at 255 Humphrey St, but tabled the memorialization resolution to a later meeting. It also approved the memorialization resolution for Actors Fund Home at 155 W Hudson Ave (4-0). The board approved a subdivision and variances for Samuel Cureton Jr at 101 Lafayette Pl (5-0). The Dwight Englewood School application was continued to February 24, 2025.

• Approved D(1) variance and site plan waiver for NJ Detox LLC (unanimous)
• Tabled memorialization resolution for NJ Detox LLC to 12/23/25
• Approved memorialization resolution for Actors Fund Home (4-0)
• Approved subdivision and variances for Samuel Cureton Jr (5-0)
• Continued Dwight Englewood School application to 02/24/2025

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to override Mayor Wildes' veto of Ordinance 24-11, which amends personal residency preferences for hiring in the Police and Fire Departments. The council will also consider two grant applications for Denning Park improvements (totaling over $1.5M in requested state funding), a fire department salary ordinance, and a consent agenda including contracts for city hall renovations, a cellular tower lease, and affordable housing planning services.

• Override of veto of Ordinance 24-11 (police/fire residency preferences)
• Grant application for $1,050,000 for Denning Park improvements (Green Acres)
• Grant application for $522,532 for Denning Playground improvements (Jake's Law)
• Ordinance fixing fire department superior officer salaries for 2021–2025
• Ceremonial renaming of section of Durie Avenue as Dr. Daniela Small-Bailey Way

The Englewood City Council approved two Green Acres grant applications for Denning Park improvements, totaling $1,572,532.16 in requested state funding, despite public concerns about contamination. The council also approved a consent agenda including contracts for City Hall parking lot gates, Clerk's Office relocation, and a cellular lease. A motion to override the mayor's veto of Ordinance 24-11 (residency preference for police/fire hiring) failed with a 3-2 vote, short of the required four votes.

• Approved Green Acres grant application for Denning Park improvements ($1,050,000 grant, 5-0)
• Approved Jake's Law grant application for Denning Park playground ($522,532.16 grant, 5-0)
• Failed to override mayor's veto of Ordinance 24-11 (residency preference) (3-2, needed 4)
• Approved contract with Metro Automated Gates for City Hall parking lot gates ($29,122, 5-0)
• Awarded Clerk's Office relocation to Accurate Construction ($413,500, 5-0)
• Approved lease to AT&T for cellular use at 136 Cedar Lane ($4,084.08/month, 5-0)
• Approved $2,276,351.02 in bills and claims (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Burgis Associates for affordable housing planning (4-1)

Environmental Commission

The Englewood Environmental Commission will meet to discuss the 2024 Master Plan and receive subcommittee updates on topics including Flat Rock Brook Nature Center, the Mayor's Monarch Challenge, and tree removal permits. The meeting includes public comment and new business.

• Discussion of the 2024 Master Plan
• Update on Flat Rock Brook Nature Center (Steven Weissner)
• Update on Mayor's Monarch Challenge (Daniel Hoey)
• Update on Planning Board / Master Plan (Erin Thomas)
• Update on Trees / Tree Removal Permits (Frantz Volcy)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve November 2024 financial reports and retail licenses. The board is scheduled to vote on the appointment of an Executive Secretary/Sub-Registrar and establish the 2025 meeting calendar. Closed sessions will address contract negotiations and the search for a Health Officer.

• Approval of November 2024 revenue of $10,212.50
• Approval of November 2024 expenditures of $12,355.70
• Resolution R24-10: Appointment of Executive Secretary/Sub-Registrar
• Resolution R24-11: 2025 BOH Meeting Dates
• Closed session regarding Health Officer search

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing and vote on adopting the draft 2024 Master Plan. No other applications, resolutions, or committee reports are on the agenda. The meeting includes presentations from the planning consultants DMR Architects.

• Public hearing and vote on approval of the 2024 Master Plan draft dated September 2024

The Englewood Planning Board adopted the 2024 Master Plan by a 6-4 vote, with the majority citing compliance with the Municipal Land Use Law. The board also voted 9-1 to amend the plan in January 2025 to incorporate 13 items, including removing LU 20, adding diversity and air quality language, and addressing public art and a recreation center.

• Adopted 2024 Master Plan (6-4)
• Approved January 2025 amendment process for 13 items (9-1)

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on December 5, 2024. The agenda includes a resolution for Sportime Pickleball Englewood LLC, a completeness review for IHOP, and two applications: a continuation of a subdivision at 390 Jones Road and a waiver for IHOP to operate 24 hours a day. The board also reminds the public of an in-person Master Plan Hearing on December 9.

• Resolution for Sportime Pickleball Englewood LLC at 62 Route 4 East
• Completeness review for IHOP at 141-147 N. Dean Street
• Continuation of Atherton Beverly LLC subdivision at 390 Jones Road (two single-family lots)
• Application for IHOP to operate 24 hours a day (waiver from site plan approval)
• Master Plan Hearing on December 9 at 7:30 p.m. at Public Safety Complex

The Englewood Planning Board approved a waiver for IHOP at 141-147 N. Dean Street to operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with no site improvements. The board also approved the Sportime Pickleball Englewood LLC application for 62 Route 4 East. The Atherton Beverly LLC subdivision application for 390 Jones Road was continued to a special hearing on December 16, 2024.

• Approved Sportime Pickleball Englewood LLC application (8-0)
• Approved IHOP 24-hour operation waiver (all in favor)
• Continued Atherton Beverly LLC subdivision hearing to December 16, 2024

City Council

The City Council is considering ordinances regarding personal residency preferences for police and fire hiring and salary fixes for fire department superior officers. The body is also approving over $1.8 million in bills and several construction contracts for City Hall and DPW.

• Approval of bills and claims totaling $1,845,761.16
• Ordinance #24-11 establishing residency preferences for police and fire department hiring
• Ordinance #24-12 reappropriating $584,610.50 from American Rescue Plan Act grants
• Contract awards to Westcraft Builders Inc. (City Hall basement), Jottan Inc. (DPW roofing), and Accurate Construction (City Hall Clerk’s office)
• Ordinance #24-10 fixing salaries for fire department superior officers for 2021-2025

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to hear two continued applications. The first, from Actors Fund Home, seeks multiple variances for a two-story addition at 155 W Hudson Ave. The second, from Raul and Grace Martinez, requests a C(1) variance for previously built patio, stone wall, and masonry wall at 170 Brayton St. The board will also adopt a memorialization resolution and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Continued application for C(2), D(2), and D(6) variances for two-story addition at 155 W Hudson Ave
• Continued application for C(1) variance for paver patio, boulder stone wall, masonry wall at 170 Brayton St
• Adoption of memorialization resolution for E & I Window Specialist at 138 Second St
• Approval of minutes from October 7 and October 28, 2024 meetings

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider an appeal for a substance abuse treatment facility and a request to subdivide a residential lot. The board will also vote on appointing special legal counsel.

• NJ Detox LLC: Appeal and variance request for a treatment facility at 255 Humphrey St
• Samuel Cureton Jr: Request to subdivide 1 lot into 2 and build a two-family dwelling at 101 Lafayette Pl
• Resolution to appoint Special Legal Counsel
• Memorialization resolution for Ethan Lazarus at 16 Highwood Ave
• Adjournment request for Enrique Nilo at 34 Florence St

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will hear a guest presentation from attorney John H. Anlian, Esq. regarding Shade Tree Commissions. Commissioners will also discuss a Native Plant Society Grant and receive subcommittee updates on the Flat Rock Brook Nature Center, the Mayor's Monarch Challenge, Planning Board/Master Plan, and tree removal permits.

• Guest speaker John H. Anlian, Esq. on Shade Tree Commissions
• Discussion of Native Plant Society Grant (Crystal Brown)
• Subcommittee update on Flat Rock Brook Nature Center (Steven Weissner)
• Update on Mayor's Monarch Challenge (Daniel Hoey)
• Update on Trees/Tree Removal Permits (Frantz Volcy)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to introduce and review the DRAFT Master Plan of 2024, presented by Daniel Hauben of DMR Architects. After public comment, the board will vote to continue the hearing to December 9, 2024, for final consideration.

• Introduction and review of the DRAFT Master Plan of 2024 by DMR Architects
• Public hearing with 3-minute speaking limit for residents
• Motion to postpone the hearing and vote to December 9, 2024 special meeting

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss the 2025 budget and a resolution to adopt an amendment regarding nuisance violations and penalties. The board will also review health department finances and personnel recruitment.

• Resolution to adopt Ordinance O24-01 regarding Chapter 505-6 Violations and Penalties Nuisances Amendment
• Discussion of 2025 Budget
• Approval of October 2024 revenue ($20,281.00) and expenditures ($6,030.81)
• Director/Health Officer recruitment
• License renewal for NJ Business Forms & Labels

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including residency preferences for police and fire hiring and a bond to re-appropriate $2,972,796 in ARPA funding. The body is also deciding on various service contracts and infrastructure improvements.

• Payment of bills and claims totaling $9,670,486.63
• Ordinance #24-11 to establish personal residency preferences for police and fire department hiring
• Ordinance #24-12 to re-appropriate $2,972,796 of American Rescue Plan Act funding
• Contract awards for City Hall parking lot gates (Metro Automated Gates Inc.) and Mackay Park Phelps Gatehouse repairs (Paragon Restoration Corporation)
• Request to Bergen County for traffic signals at Grand Avenue and East Linden Avenue and Grand Avenue and Dean Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a special meeting to discuss the draft Master Plan dated September 2024. No applications, resolutions, or other business items are scheduled. A public hearing on the Master Plan is set for November 14, 2024 at Dwight Morrow High School Auditorium.

• Discussion on draft Master Plan (September 2024)
• Master Plan public hearing scheduled for November 14, 2024 at 7:00pm

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss the draft Master Plan dated September 2024. A public hearing on the Master Plan is scheduled for November 14, 2024 at Dwight Morrow High School. No applications or resolutions are on the agenda for this meeting.

• Discussion on Draft Master Plan (September 2024)
• Master Plan Public Hearing scheduled for November 14, 2024 at Dwight Morrow High School auditorium

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a completeness review and hear an application from Sportime Pickleball Englewood LLC. The applicant is seeking variance relief for the installation of illuminated wall and monument signs.

• Application 24-001917: Sportime Pickleball Englewood LLC at 62 Route 4 East
• Proposed illuminated wall sign with channel lettering and logo
• Proposed double-sided illuminated monument sign
• Variance requests for sign clearance, lettering height, logo height, and maximum width

City Council

The City Council is convening a special meeting to enter a closed session. The purpose of the session is to discuss matters within the attorney/client privilege.

• Resolution #310-10-28-24: Permit the Council to enter into closed session for attorney/client privilege matters

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider variance requests for residential property modifications and additions. The meeting includes a review of a previously constructed patio and a proposed second-floor addition.

• File 2023-8: Variance request for paver patio, boulder stone wall, and masonry wall at 170 Brayton St
• File 24-001912: Variance request for rehabilitation and second floor addition at 138 Second St
• File 24-001910: Adjournment request for Dwight Englewood School at 315 E Palisade Ave
• Adoption of resolutions for 16 Highwood Ave and 17-21 E Palisade Ave

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing the police department to participate in the federal 1033 program for acquiring excess Department of Defense equipment, and vote on settlements for two lawsuits (Comet and Ali). Also on the agenda are approval of $7.2 million in bills and claims, a fire officer salary ordinance, and several contracts and zoning changes.

• Authorize police participation in DLA 1033 program for excess military equipment
• Settle lawsuits: Comet v. City of Englewood and Ali v. City of Englewood
• Approve bills and claims totaling $5,975,381.71 and $1,259,694.83
• Introduce ordinance fixing fire superior officer salaries for 2021-2025
• Leaf composting/brush grinding contract awarded to Downes Tree Service

Environmental Commission

The Englewood Environmental Commission will meet via Zoom to hear a guest speaker from the Shade Tree Commissions, receive subcommittee updates on environmental initiatives including Flat Rock Brook Nature Center, Mayor's Monarch Challenge, and Third Street Apiary, and discuss new business. The agenda is primarily informational and procedural, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.

• Guest speaker John H. Anlian, Esq., on Shade Tree Commissions
• Update on Flat Rock Brook Nature Center from Steven Weissner
• Update on Mayor's Monarch Challenge from Daniel Hoey
• Update on Third Street Apiary and Garden
• Update on Trees and Tree Removal Permits from City Engineer Frantz Volcy

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss revisions to the draft master plan dated September 2024. The board will also consider a resolution for property at 43-45 East Palisade Avenue (File 24-000915) and approve minutes from previous meetings. No new applications or public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion on revisions to DRAFT MASTER PLAN, dated September 2024
• Resolution for File 24-000915 43-45 Palisade LLC at 43-45 East Palisade Avenue (Block 1208, Lots 13 and 14)
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 11, August 22, September 5, and September 26, 2024

Board of Health

The Englewood Board of Health will consider an ordinance (O24-01) amending Chapter 505-6 on nuisance violations and penalties. The board will also discuss a communicable disease update, electronic medical records, and recruitment for a Director/Health Officer. Consent agenda items include approval of September minutes, revenue of $22,642.00, expenditures of $11,117.56, employee reports, and retail licenses.

• Ordinance O24-01 amending Chapter 505-6 (nuisance violations and penalties)
• Director/Health Officer recruitment discussion
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) update
• Consent agenda: September revenue ($22,642.00) and expenditures ($11,117.56)
• Communicable disease update

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider variance requests for a pediatric office and a two-story addition. The body will also vote on the adoption of memorialization resolutions for three previous files.

• File 24-001918: Request for Tribeca Pediatrics at 17-21 E Palisade Ave to operate a pediatric office on the ground floor
• File 24-000585: Request for Actors Fund Home at 155 W Hudson Ave for a two-story addition
• File 24-001916: Memorialization resolution for La Valse des Fleurs LLC at 42 W Hudson Ave
• File 24-000853: Memorialization resolution for Tamar and Burt Appel at 140 Winthrop Pl
• File 24-001914: Memorialization resolution for Talia and Abraham Schulman at 401 Walnut Ct

City Council

The Englewood City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss and vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a settlement in the Gila Comet lawsuit, a salary ordinance for fire superior officers, and a SAFER grant for fire staffing. The council will also consider a traffic signal at Grand and East Linden avenues, a contract for leaf composting, and amendments to residency preference and parking rules. The agenda includes acceptance of the 2023 municipal audit and a corrective action plan addressing purchasing compliance.

• Settlement of Gila Comet vs. City of Englewood (Resolution #299)
• Ordinance fixing salaries of fire superior officers for 2021-2025 (Ord. #24-10)
• Acceptance of SAFER grant from FEMA for fire department staffing (Res. #294)
• Authorizing police department participation in federal 1033 equipment program (discussion)
• Request for traffic signal at Grand Avenue and East Linden Avenue (Res. #295)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss the draft master plan dated September 2024. The board is also reviewing a resolution for ERA South LLC regarding properties on Sterling Boulevard.

• Resolution for ERA South LLC: 75, 125, 175 and 225 Sterling Boulevard
• Discussion on DRAFT MASTER PLAN, dated September 2024
• Rescheduling of application 2021-01A (Atherton Beverly LLC, 390 Jones Road) to November 7, 2024

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear two new applications for variances. One seeks to build a 3-car garage and convert an office to a residence at 16 Highwood Ave; the other requests coverage variances for a new home with pool and sport court at 401 Walnut Ct.

• File 24-001125, 16 Highwood Ave: rear yard setback, max building coverage, and aggregate ground area covered by accessory structure variances for 3-car garage and office-to-residence conversion.
• File 24-001914, 401 Walnut Ct: max building and impervious coverage variances for single-family dwelling, pool, pool patio, and sport court.

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to decide on three applications. A continued application seeks variances to convert a bank into a restaurant and floral shop. Two new applications request variances for a residential addition and an amendment to allow more students at Dwight Englewood School.

• Continued application: La Valse des Fleurs LLC at 42 W Hudson Ave seeks C(1), C(2), D(3) variances to convert bank to restaurant/floral shop with signage relief
• New application: Tamar and Burt Appel at 140 Winthrop Pl requests C(1), C(2) variances for two-story addition to address front and side yard setbacks
• New application: Dwight Englewood School at 315 E Palisade Ave seeks amendment to approved site plan to permit larger student enrollment

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a second-reading ordinance authorizing a lease with the Flat Rock Brook Nature Association. They will also approve payment of bills totaling $1,365,539.14, award several contracts for landscaping and trash rack repairs, and accept a FEMA grant for smoke detector inspections. Additionally, the council will enter closed session to discuss contract negotiations, personnel, and litigation (CareOne v. City of Englewood).

• Approval of $1,365,539.14 in bills and claims
• Second reading of Ordinance #24-09: lease with Flat Rock Brook Nature Association
• Acceptance of FEMA Fire Prevention and Safety Grant ($85,714.28) for smoke detector and home safety inspection program
• Award to Lukaniks Landscaping Inc. for landscaping repair at 445 Whitewood Road easement
• Resolution in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Resolution Honoring First Presbyterian Church

The City Council adopted Ordinance #24-09, authorizing a new 25-year lease with the Flat Rock Brook Nature Association for $1 per year, replacing the prior lease. The council also approved payment of bills totaling $1,365,539.14 and a consent agenda of resolutions, including contracts for landscaping, concrete work, and trash vehicle maintenance, as well as acceptance of a FEMA grant. A resolution to appoint municipal representatives to the Bergen County Community Development Regional Committee was tabled until October 1.

• Adopted 25-year lease with Flat Rock Brook Nature Association at $1/year (4-0)
• Approved payment of bills and claims totaling $1,365,539.14 (4-0)
• Awarded $18,927.22 contract to Lukaniks Landscaping for repair at 445 Whitewood Road (consent agenda)
• Awarded $75,000 contract to New Prince Concrete Construction for trash rack at Overpeck (consent agenda)
• Awarded $29,430 contract to MTE Hydraulics for trash vehicle maintenance (consent agenda)
• Accepted FEMA Fire Prevention and Safety Grant of $85,714.28 (consent agenda)
• Tabled appointment of municipal representatives to Bergen County Community Development Regional Committee until Oct. 1 (4-0)

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board is holding a special meeting to review and discuss draft documents of the proposed Master Plan of 2024 in a closed executive session. No formal action will be taken at this meeting. The board will reconvene for a regular meeting on September 26, 2024.

• Review of draft deliberative pre-decisional documents for the proposed Master Plan of 2024 in closed executive session

Board of Health

The Englewood Board of Health will consider resolutions to appoint Deborah Baldwin as Acting Director and approve a shared services agreement with the Mid-Bergen Regional Health Commission. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, July and August revenues totaling $33,567, expenditures totaling $9,215.79, and employee reports. Old business includes a communicable disease update, and new business covers the 2024 annual report and public health events.

• Resolution R24-08: Acting Director appointment – Deborah Baldwin
• Resolution R24-09: Mid-Bergen Regional Health Commission Health Officer Shared Services Agreement
• Revenue of $15,776 (July) and $17,791 (August) 2024
• Expenditures of $7,560.79 (July) and $1,655.00 (August) 2024
• 2024 Annual Report – final presentation

Environmental Commission

The Englewood Environmental Commission will meet to receive subcommittee updates on tree removal permits, Flat Rock Brook, beekeeping, the Mayor's Monarch Challenge, and National Honeybee Day. No public hearings or new ordinances are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural and informational.

• Subcommittee update on tree removal permits
• Update on Flat Rock Brook preservation
• Discussion of beekeeping and honey initiatives
• Update on Mayor's Monarch Challenge
• Review of National Honeybee Day event

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on September 5, 2024. A new application seeks site plan approval to convert office space into apartments on the second and third floors of two buildings at 43-45 East Palisade Avenue, consolidating Lots 13 and 14. The board will also receive a Master Plan Update from DMR Architects and an update on the N-C Zone from Burgis Associates.

• Application 24-001915: site plan to convert office to apartments at 43-45 East Palisade Ave (Block 1208, Lots 13-14)
• Master Plan Update presented by DMR Architects
• N-C Zone Update presented by Chelsea Gleis of Burgis Associates
• No resolutions or minutes for approval on the agenda

City Council

The City Council will consider a settlement with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection over pistol range remediation, authorize foreclosure of properties for delinquent taxes, and approve a settlement in the Anderson v. City of Englewood lawsuit. The agenda also includes a presentation on recent weather events and stormwater management plans, public comment, and a consent agenda with numerous contracts, grants, and service agreements. Items for discussion include fee changes for construction, fire prevention, and recreation departments, as well as homelessness and master plan status.

• Resolution #253: Settlement of legal dispute with NJDEP regarding Pistol Range Remediation
• Resolution #254: Authorizing foreclosure of properties for delinquent taxes in Englewood
• Resolution #277: Settlement agreement in Anderson v. City of Englewood
• Ordinance #24-08 tabled; revised lease extension with Flat Rock Brook Nature Association introduced as #24-09
• Payment of bills and claims: $2,343,324.50 (cancelled Aug. 6) and $1,905,177.82

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider two new applications. The first seeks variances to convert a bank into a full-service restaurant and floral shop at 42 W Hudson Ave, with signage and hours-of-operation relief. The second seeks variances to subdivide a lot at 101 Lafayette Pl and construct a two-family dwelling. A request to adjourn a case at 325 E Linden Ave to September 23 is also on the agenda.

• La Valse des Fleurs LLC: C(1), C(2), D(3) variances for bank-to-restaurant/floral shop conversion at 42 W Hudson Ave, with signage and hours-of-operation relief
• Samuel Cureton Jr: D(1), C(1), C(2) variances for 1-lot subdivision and two-family dwelling at 101 Lafayette Pl
• Schechter: Request to adjourn application (File 24-000714) for 325 E Linden Ave to September 23
• Other New Business: ZBA 2023-11, Enrique Nilo at 34 Florence St (unspecified)
• Meeting conducted via Zoom

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss a continuing application for properties on Sterling Boulevard. The board will also review meeting minutes from May and July 2024.

• Application continuation for ERA South LLC regarding 75, 125, 175 and 225 Sterling Boulevard
• Adjournment of application for Atherton Beverly LLC at 390 Jones Road to September 26, 2024

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a continued hearing on a variance application from Actors Fund Home for a two-story addition at 155 W Hudson Ave, seeking relief from side/corner yard width, expansion of nonconforming use, and building height limits. The board will also adopt a memorialization resolution for the Dwight-Englewood School project and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Continued application File 24-000585: Actors Fund Home, 155 W Hudson Ave, requesting C(2), D(2), D(6) variances for two-story addition
• Variances sought for minimum combined side/corner yard width, expansion of preexisting nonconforming use, and maximum building height
• Memorialization resolution for File 24-000855: Dwight-Englewood School, 315 E Palisade Ave
• Approval of minutes from July 18 and July 22, 2024 meetings

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will meet via Zoom to receive subcommittee updates and hear from a guest speaker. Discussions include tree removal permits and the Mayor’s Monarch Challenge.

• Tree removal permits update
• Flat Rock Brook update
• Bees and honey update
• Mayor’s Monarch Challenge update
• National Honeybee Day event planning

City Council

The Englewood City Council will vote on a settlement with the NJDEP regarding pistol range remediation and consider approving $2.34 million in bills. A public hearing is scheduled for a lease extension with the Flat Rock Brook Nature Association. The consent agenda includes traffic signal upgrades, a snow-plowing shared services agreement, and a FEMA grant for firefighter training. Items for discussion include Tryon Pool and homelessness.

• Settlement of legal dispute with NJDEP over pistol range remediation
• Approval of $2,343,324.50 in bills and claims
• Ordinance authorizing lease extension with Flat Rock Brook Nature Association (public hearing)
• Resolution to withhold tax payments to CSX until city is made whole for emergency repairs on Forest Avenue
• Awards for crosswalk improvements and traffic signal upgrades at Broad/Van Nostrand and Knickerbocker/Liberty

Planning Board

The City of Englewood Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to review one application. The board is considering a request to divide a single residential lot into two separate single-family lots.

• Application 2021-01A: Request by Atherton Beverly LLC to subdivide 390 Jones Road (Block 3305, Lot 14.02) into two single-family residential lots

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hear a new application from Dwight Englewood School for D(3) and C(2) variances to construct five tennis courts at 315 E Palisade Ave. The requested relief covers permitted use, impervious coverage, front and side setbacks, and fence height. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 20 and June 24, 2024.

• New application File 24-000855: Dwight Englewood School requests D(3) and C(2) variances for 5 tennis courts at 315 E Palisade Ave (Block 1901, Lot 8.03)
• Variances sought for permitted use deviation, maximum impervious coverage, front/side yard setbacks, and fence height
• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2024 and June 24, 2024

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request for a residential property to allow for a pool, patio, and sports court. The board will also vote on memorialization resolutions for two previous files.

• Variance request for 325 E Linden Ave for in-ground pool, pool patio, and sports court
• Adjournment request for 170 Brayton St (File ZBA 2023-8)
• Memorialization resolution for 166 Winthrop Pl (File 24-000547)
• Memorialization resolution for 388 Morrow Rd (File 24-000907)

City Council

The City Council is voting on the FY 2025 budget for the Special Improvement District and a neighborhood preservation program. The body is also reviewing a lease extension for the Flat Rock Brook Nature Association and approving nearly $2 million in bills.

• Approval of the FY 2025 Englewood Special Improvement District Budget totaling $250,000
• Payment of bills and claims in the total amount of $1,937,454.19
• Ordinance #24-07 establishing a Neighborhood Preservation Advisory Committee and Program
• Ordinance #24-08 proposing a lease extension with Flat Rock Brook Nature Association, Inc.
• Contracts for Mackay Ice Rink repairs awarded to Ramapo Awning and Fallproof Systems LLC

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider an application for a 168-unit multi-family apartment complex at 75, 125, 175 and 225 Sterling Boulevard. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the 2024 Master Plan.

• Application for a 168-unit multi-family apartment building at 75, 125, 175 and 225 Sterling Boulevard
• Discussion of the 2024 Master Plan
• Approval of May 2, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss a communicable disease update and the draft 2023 Annual Report. The meeting also includes approval of June 2024 revenue and expenditures.

• Approval of June 2024 revenue ($11,159.50)
• Approval of June 2024 expenditures ($6,491.88)
• Communicable disease update
• Review of draft 2023 Annual Report

City Council

The Council will consider road program contracts and grant applications for local street improvements. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the towing ordinance and Tryon Pool. Additionally, members are scheduled to vote on a settlement involving the City of Englewood.

• Awarding 2024 Roads Program Bid to J.A. Alexander Inc.
• Grant applications for Spring Lane and Englewood Intersections improvement projects
• Settlement of Stephen Eagle v. the City of Englewood, et al.
• Contract award to Modern Material for police firearms supply
• Approval of bills and claims totaling $1,081,993.67

Planning Board

The board will consider a sign application for 23-25 East Palisade Avenue and a continuation of a subdivision request for 390 Jones Road. The meeting also includes the approval of May 2, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Sign application for 23-25 East Palisade Avenue (File: 2023-14)
• Subdivision of 390 Jones Road into two single-family residential lots (File: 2021-01A)
• Approval of May 2, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is reviewing new applications for property variances. This includes a request for a two-story addition at 155 W Hudson Ave and an 80 kw generator at 388 Morrow Rd. The board will also adopt a memorialization resolution for 93 Tracey Place LLC.

• Two-story addition request at 155 W Hudson Ave
• 80 kw generator installation at 388 Morrow Rd
• Memorialization resolution for 93 Tracey Place LLC

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider two new applications for backyard construction, including pools, patios, and a sports court. The meeting also includes the adoption of a memorialization resolution and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Variance request for pool, pergola, and patio at 166 Winthrop Pl
• Variance request for pool, patio, and sports court at 325 E Linden Ave
• Adoption of memorialization resolution for 456 Nordhoff Pl
• Approval of May 16 and May 20 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council introduced the Englewood Special Improvement District budget for fiscal year 2025, with a public hearing scheduled for July 16, 2024. The Council also approved $1,611,072.45 in bills and claims. Additionally, the first reading of an ordinance to establish a Neighborhood Preservation Advisory Committee was held.

• Introduction of the FY2025 Special Improvement District budget ($250,000)
• Approval of $1,611,072.45 in bills and claims
• First reading of Ordinance #24-07 to establish a Neighborhood Preservation Advisory Committee
• Contract authorization for Bergen Fence (BC-Bid-24-07) and Mall Chevrolet
• Awarding of a contract to Modern Material for police firearms

Environmental Commission

The June 10 meeting consists of standard procedural items and committee reports. City Arborist Liz Stewart is scheduled to attend as a special guest.

• Visit from City Arborist Liz Stewart

City Council

The City Council will consider approving over $940,000 in bills and claims for various city departments. The agenda includes resolutions for park management, vehicle purchases, and equipment upgrades. The council will also discuss amendments to parking, towing, and residency ordinances.

• Approval of bills and claims totaling $940,161.25
• Pool management services for Mackay Park Pool
• Purchase of two 2024 Ford Edges via state contract
• Contract for rescue truck repair and upgrade
• Discussion on amending commercial parking and towing ordinances

City Council

The Englewood City Council is holding a special meeting to enter into a closed session. The discussion will focus on personnel matters related to the appointment of a Recreation Director and attorney/client privilege matters. No other specific public business items are listed for action.

• Resolution #181-06-06-24: Permission to enter closed session regarding the Recreation Director appointment and attorney/client privilege

Board of Health

The Board will review May revenue and expenditures, along with retail licenses. The meeting includes a vote on the resignation of the Director of Health Services and a permanent appointment for a Public Health Investigator. A presentation on strengthening local public health capacities is also scheduled.

• Vote on Director of Health Services/Health Officer resignation (R24-07)
• Appointment of Public Health Investigator to permanent status (R24-06)
• Review of May revenue ($15,997.00) and expenditures ($2,925.57)
• Presentation on strengthening local public health capacities

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a request to subdivide one residential lot into two at 390 Jones Road. The meeting also includes a report on the 4th Round Affordable Housing Process.

• Subdivision of 390 Jones Road (Block 3305, Lot 14.02) into two single-family residential lots
• Completeness review for 191 East Linden Avenue (Block 2708, Lot 12)
• Report on the 4th Round Affordable Housing Process by Chelsea Gleis of Burgis Associates, Inc.

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing and voting on a grant application to rehabilitate fencing at Denning, Mackay, and Morris Parks. The body is also reviewing an ordinance to amend maximum annual salaries for unclassified service employees.

• Grant application for $180,900 for the Englewood Park Fence Improvement Program
• Approval of bills and claims totaling $833,731.54
• Ordinance #24-06 to amend maximum annual salaries for unclassified service employees
• Contract with Ben Shaffer Recreation Inc via Bergen County Purchasing Cooperative
• Waivers for the 'Englewood Family Reunion' event at Mackay Park

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment meets via Zoom to consider continued applications, including a warehouse-to-pickleball conversion and a three-townhome project, plus a request to adjourn a separate case. The board will also adopt memorialization resolutions and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Adjournment request for Ivy Lane Associates LLC, 19 & 21 W Ivy Ln., Block 701, Lots 16, 17
• Continued application: Hudson River Pickleball, 456 Nordhoff Pl., Block 2602, Lot 5 — D(1) variance for warehouse-to-pickleball conversion, use and parking relief
• Continued application: 93 Tracey Place LLC, 93 Tracey Pl., Block 2701, Lot 5 — C(1) and D(5) variances for 3 townhomes, density, setbacks, parking
• Memorialization resolutions for 172 Lyman Pl. and 34 Florence St. cases
• Minutes approval for April 8 and April 18, 2024 meetings

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing a request for three new townhomes at 93 Tracey Place. Additionally, an application was submitted to convert warehouse space into an indoor pickleball facility at 456 Nordhoff Pl. The meeting also includes a motion to adjourn the case for 170 Brayton St.

• Townhome construction variances at 93 Tracey Place
• Indoor pickleball facility conversion at 456 Nordhoff Pl.
• Adjournment request for 170 Brayton St.
• Memorialization resolution for 330 Thornton Rd.

Environmental Commission

The Englewood Environmental Commission is holding a routine virtual meeting with roll call, communications, and subcommittee updates. No votes, contracts, or public hearings are listed; the agenda is procedural and informational only.

• Subcommittee updates: Flat Rock Brook
• Subcommittee updates: Trees/Tree Ordinance
• Subcommittee updates: Green Team/Mayors Monarch Pledge
• Subcommittee updates: Open Space/Community Gardens/Parks
• Subcommittee updates: Sustainable Jersey

Board of Health

The Englewood Board of Health is meeting to approve routine items including April 2024 minutes, revenue of $42,154.00, expenditures of $6,513.41, employee reports, and retail licenses. They will also receive liaison and committee reports, a communicable disease update, and discuss other business. The meeting is largely procedural with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of April 2024 minutes
• Revenue of $42,154.00 for April 2024
• Expenditures of $6,513.41 for April 2024
• Retail licenses for April 2024
• Communicable disease update

City Council

The City Council is reviewing payments for city services and discussing several new initiatives. The body is considering ordinances regarding employee salaries, commercial parking, and the creation of an Age-Friendly Advisory Committee.

• Approval of bills and claims totaling $1,176,358.34
• Proposed ordinance to amend maximum annual salaries for unclassified service employees
• Contract authorization for Bergen Fence LLC
• Authorization to hire a pool management services company
• Proposed establishment of an Age-Friendly Advisory Committee

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board is holding a regular remote meeting to review two continued applications: a sign application for Blue Akai Restaurant at 23-25 East Palisade Avenue and a subdivision request for 390 Jones Road. The board will also discuss the 2024 Master Plan update and approve minutes from prior meetings. No resolutions are scheduled for approval.

• Sign application: Blue Akai Restaurant, 23-25 East Palisade Avenue, Block 1208 Lot 19.01 — three identical awning signs to replace existing awnings
• Subdivision application: Atherton Beverly LLC, 390 Jones Road, Block 3305 Lot 14.02 — subdivide one-family residential lot into two
• 2024 Master Plan update discussion with DMR Architects
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 25, February 1, February 22, March 28, 2024

Planning Board

The April 25, 2024 Planning Board regular meeting is cancelled due to the Passover holiday. The agenda also includes items from the March 28, 2024 meeting, such as a 2024 Master Plan update and a continuation of the Blu Akai Restaurant sign application, which has been rescheduled to May 2, 2024.

• April 25, 2024 meeting cancelled due to Passover holiday
• Application #2023-14 Blu Akai Restaurant (23-25 East Palisade Ave., Block 1208 Lot 19.01) rescheduled to May 2, 2024
• 2024 Master Plan update by DMR Architects (Daniel Hauben, Francis Reiner)
• Blu Akai Restaurant sign application: three identical awning signs to replace existing awnings
• Minutes for approval from Jan 25, Feb 1, Feb 22, and Mar 28, 2024 meetings

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on April 18, 2024. The main item is a new application for a variance to renovate a house at 34 Florence St., which was previously deemed incomplete. The board will also adopt a resolution for a church project and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• New application ZBA 2023-11: Enrique Nilo, 34 Florence St., variance for main dwelling and garage height
• Completeness determination for 34 Florence St. application: 'Incomplete' per report of 2/15/24
• Adoption of memorialization resolution for Cham Doen Presbyterian Church, 24 & 60 W Sheffield Ave.
• Approval of minutes from Feb. 15 and Feb. 26, 2024 meetings

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing and vote on the 2024 Municipal Budget and an ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits. The body is also considering a bond ordinance for city improvements and amendments to local ordinances regarding disorderly conduct and the Municipal Alliance Committee.

• Ordinance #24-02 to increase CY 2024 budget appropriations by 3.5% ($2,135,882.14)
• Ordinance #24-05 to appropriate $19,948,706 and authorize $11,735,428 in bonds for city improvements
• Approval of bills and claims totaling $12,971,179.28
• Resolution #149-04-16-24 awarding a contract to Challenger Fence Inc. for fencing improvements
• Resolution #152-04-16-24 authorizing emergency repairs to Chestnut Street

Board of Health

The Englewood Board of Health is meeting to approve routine items including March 2024 revenue of $34,942.00 and expenditures of $1,532.36, and to receive reports on communicable diseases and a presentation on strengthening local public health capacities. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of March 2024 revenue ($34,942.00) and expenditures ($1,532.36)
• Oath of Allegiance for 2024 appointments
• Communicable Disease Update
• Strengthening Local Public Health Capacities Presentation
• Retail Licenses for March 2024

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom. The board will consider a request to adjourn the Ivy Lane Associates application, continue hearings on a patio variance at 170 Brayton St. and a three-townhome project at 93 Tracey Pl., and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Adjournment request for File ZBA 2023-06, Ivy Lane Associates LLC, 19 & 21 West Ivy Lane, Block 701, Lots 16, 17
• Continued application: Raul & Grace Martinez, 170 Brayton St., Block 1502, Lot 8 — C(1) variances for paver patio, boulder stone wall, masonry wall; impervious/lot coverage relief
• Continued application: 93 Tracey Place LLC, 93 Tracey Pl., Block 2701, Lot 5 — C(1) and D(5) variances for 3 townhomes; density, lot coverage, setbacks, planting, parking relief
• Approval of minutes from February 15 and February 26, 2024 meetings

Environmental Commission

The Englewood Environmental Commission is holding a virtual meeting to discuss routine business and subcommittee updates. Topics include Flat Rock Brook, trees, open space, parks, and upcoming events like Earth Day and Arbor Day.

• Subcommittee updates on Flat Rock Brook, trees, and open space
• Discussion of tree policy recommendations
• Updates on Sustainable Jersey and Green Team initiatives
• Upcoming events: Jr. EEC Swearing-in Ceremony, Earth Day, Arbor Day, National Honey Bee Day

City Council

The City Council will review a consolidated list of bills and claims for payment. The body is also discussing the establishment of an Age-Friendly Advisory Committee and parking restrictions on Columbus Ave.

• Approval of bills and claims totaling $9,337,897.15
• Contract award to New Jersey Building Services for Library Custodial Services
• Contract award for Tree Trimming and Removal Services (Bid 23RR-38)
• Contract award for Steel Top Trailer (Bid 23R-43)
• Proposed ordinance to restrict truck and trailer parking on Columbus Ave

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board is meeting to discuss the 2024 Master Plan update and review a sign application for a restaurant. One application for 390 Jones Road is requesting an adjournment to May 2, 2024. The meeting is remote via Zoom.

• 2024 Master Plan update presented by DMR Architects
• Sign application for Blu Akai Restaurant at 23-25 East Palisade Avenue to replace three awnings
• Adjournment requested for Atherton Beverly LLC at 390 Jones Road
• No resolutions for approval

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Advisory Committee will meet to establish member roles and nominate a chair. The body will discuss traffic updates for several specific locations and a commercial vehicle parking ordinance.

• Traffic updates for Grand/Van Nostrand
• Palisade Ave parking and left turns
• Traffic updates for Glenwood Rd
• Traffic updates for Tietjen Ave
• Commercial Vehicle parking ordinance

City Council

The Englewood City Council is meeting to consider a resolution awarding a contract for the Second St. & Fourth St. Road Improvements project. The council will review a bid from D.S. Meyer Enterprises LLC following a competitive bidding process.

• Resolution #136-03-26-24: Awarding a contract to D.S. Meyer Enterprises LLC for $229,847.25 for Second and Fourth Street improvements

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to consider one continued application and two new applications. The board will hear a request for variances to allow a minor subdivision of church property, and two requests for variances to permit home additions. All items are applications for relief from zoning requirements.

• Continued application ZBA 2023-13: Cham Doen Presbyterian Church, 24 & 60 W Sheffield Ave., Block 2603, Lots 6, 7 — seeking C(1), C(2), D(1) variances for minor subdivision, two lot line changes, usable open space, and permitted use in RIM district
• New application ZBA 2023-12: Ranita Sharma, 330 Thornton Rd., Block 1405, Lot 4 — seeking C(1), C(2) variances for 2nd floor rear addition; relief for max building height and coverage
• New application 24-000027: Matthew and Elanit Bettinger, 172 Lyman Pl., Block 2704, Lot 4 — seeking C(1), C(2) variances for one-story rear-left addition; relief for max building coverage and min rear yard setback

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom. The main item is a new application from Cham Doen Presbyterian Church seeking variances for a minor subdivision at 24 & 60 W Sheffield Ave. The board will also adopt a memorialization resolution for a prior Tesla application and administer the oath of office to a new alternate member.

• New application ZBA 2023-13: Cham Doen Presbyterian Church, 24 & 60 W Sheffield Ave., Block 2603, Lots 6, 7 — seeking C(1), C(2), D(1) variances for minor subdivision, two lot line changes, usable open space relief, and permitted use in RIM district
• Completeness determination: 'Complete' per J. Szabo's report dated 1/31/24
• Adoption of memorialization resolution for File 24-000008, Tesla, 45 Cedar Ln., Block 2603, Lot 10.01
• Oath of office for Theresa Thomas (Alt. 3)

City Council

The City Council is introducing the 2024 municipal budget and a bond ordinance to appropriate $19,948,706 for various city improvements. The body is also reviewing amendments to disorderly conduct and Municipal Alliance Committee ordinances.

• Approval of bills and claims totaling $2,264,603.10
• Bond Ordinance #24-05 appropriating $19,948,706 and authorizing $11,735,428 in bonds
• Professional Engineering Services Agreement with THA Consulting for Parking Garage Restoration
• Grant applications for Denning Park basketball court repair and Fire Department training
• Grant agreement for Humphrey Street and Tibbs Court road improvements

Board of Health

The Englewood Board of Health is holding its annual reorganization meeting, including the election of a new president and vice president, committee appointments, and approval of February 2024 consent agenda items. The board will also receive reports on communicable diseases and other business. The meeting is largely procedural, with routine financial approvals and appointments.

• Election of Board of Health President and Vice President
• Approval of February 2024 revenue of $12,119.40
• Approval of February 2024 expenditures of $3,653.62
• Approval of February 2024 minutes, employee reports, and retail licenses
• Communicable disease update

Environmental Commission

The Englewood Environmental Commission is holding a virtual meeting to swear in Commissioner Greenbaum, review bills and claims, and receive updates from subcommittees covering topics like Flat Rock Brook, trees, policy recommendations, open space, Sustainable Jersey, and upcoming events. Public comment is included.

• Swearing-in of Commissioner Greenbaum by Mayor Michael Wildes
• Subcommittee updates on Flat Rock Brook, Trees, Policy Recommendations, Open Space/Community Gardens/Parks, Sustainable Jersey, Green Team/Junior Environmental Commissioners
• Upcoming events: Swearing-in of Jr. EEC, Earth Day, Arbor Day, World Bee Day, National Honeybee Day

City Council

The City Council is meeting to approve a consolidated bills and claims list and various professional service agreements. The body will also discuss appointments to advisory committees and potential amendments to disorderly conduct ordinances regarding the parking garage.

• Approval of bills and claims totaling $2,213,616.55
• Professional Engineering Services Agreement for Parking Garage Restoration Project awarded to THA Consulting
• Contract award for Firehouse Kitchen Renovations Project
• Rejection of all bids for Landscaping Services Bid #23-40
• Proposed increase of the quote threshold to $6,600 per LFN 2024-04

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget workshop to discuss departmental funding and capital expenses. The meeting includes a public session and a potential closed session.

• Budget discussion for Municipal Court
• Budget discussion for Englewood Public Library
• Budget discussion for Buildings and Code Department
• Budget discussion for Engineering Department
• Discussion of Capital and Wrap-up items

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss budget items for several municipal departments. This workshop serves as a review of departmental financial needs and administration.

• Fire Department budget discussion
• Department of Public Works (DPW) budget discussion
• City Clerk’s Office budget discussion
• Administration budget discussion, including Human Resources and the Finance Department

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget workshop to discuss the finances of specific municipal departments. The meeting includes a public session and a potential closed session.

• Budget workshop: Police Department
• Budget workshop: Office of Emergency Management (OEM)
• Budget workshop: Department of Health
• Budget workshop: Recreation Department

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on February 26, 2024, at 8:00 PM. The main business is two continued applications for townhouse developments, each seeking multiple variances from zoning rules. The board will also administer the oath of office to a new alternate member and approve minutes from two prior meetings. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Continued application ZBA 2023-10: 93 Tracey Place LLC seeks C(1) and D(5) variances for 3 townhomes at 93 Tracey Pl. (Block 2701, Lot 5), covering density, lot coverage, side yard setbacks, planting areas, patio setbacks, and parking space size.
• Continued application ZBA 2023-6: Ivy Lane Associates LLC requests D(1), D(6), C(1), and C(2) variances for a 17-unit townhouse development at 19 & 21 W Ivy Ln. (Block 701, Lots 16, 17), including front yard setback, parking location, building height, building coverage, and a parking space size waiver.
• Oath of office for Theresa Thomas (Alternate 3).
• Approval of minutes from January 18, 2024, and January 22, 2024 meetings.

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board is meeting to consider two resolutions for approval, a subdivision application continuation, and a discussion of the 2024 Master Plan. The agenda includes public comments and other routine matters.

• Resolution for File PB 2023-09: 3-5 E Palisade Avenue, Block 1206, Lot 15
• Resolution for File PB 2023-10: 509 Engle Street, Block 1001, Lots 1.04 and 2
• Application 2021-01A: Atherton Beverly LLC to subdivide 390 Jones Road into two lots
• 2024 Master Plan presentation by DMR Architects

City Council

The City Council is meeting to approve a large volume of payments and various administrative appointments. The body is also considering a contract for city hall employee salaries and benefits and several grant-funded projects.

• Approval of bills and claims totaling $5,972,939.34
• Ordinance #24-01 establishing contract salaries and benefits for Local 108 city hall employees
• Professional Engineering Services Agreement with THA Consulting for Parking Garage Restoration Project
• Grant submissions for Center for Food Action (Rental Assistance) and Women’s Rights Information Center
• Agreement with North New Jersey Chamber Commerce for the Englewood Business Apprenticeship Program

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on February 15, 2024. The board will consider two new applications: one for variances for a previously constructed patio and walls at 170 Brayton St., and another for a Tesla automobile sales and service facility at 45 Cedar Ln. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of new board members.

• Variance request for paver patio, boulder stone wall, and masonry wall at 170 Brayton St. (Block 1502, Lot 8) to exceed impervious and lot coverage limits
• Variance request for Tesla automobile sales and service at 45 Cedar Ln. (Block 2603, Lot 10.01) in RIM district, including relief for driveway width and sign height/logo/letter requirements
• Completeness determinations: Martinez application deemed complete; Tesla application deemed incomplete
• Oath of office for Uri Moche, Theresa Thomas (Alt. 3), and Suzanne Mullings (Alt. 4)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review January 2024 financial reports and employee updates. The agenda includes a communicable disease update and reports on public health outreach.

• Approval of January 2024 revenue of $12,876.50
• Approval of January 2024 expenditures of $11,939.12
• Communicable disease update
• Review of January 2024 retail licenses

Environmental Commission

The Englewood Environmental Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting, which includes the swearing-in of new commissioners by Mayor Michael Wildes. The agenda is largely procedural, covering minutes, communications, bills, and subcommittee updates on topics like Flat Rock Brook, trees, parks, and Sustainable Jersey, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Swearing-in of new commissioners by Mayor Michael Wildes
• Subcommittee updates on Flat Rock Brook, Trees, Policy Recommendations, Open Space/Community Gardens/Parks, Elanore Harvey Park, Sustainable Jersey, Green Team/Junior Environmental Commissioners
• Planning for events: Earth Day, Arbor Day, National Honeybee Day
• MyEnglewood quarterly submissions

City Council

The Englewood City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss and vote on a series of resolutions, including approving $2,962,365.85 in bills and claims, accepting a hazardous materials grant for the fire department, extending a pool cleaning bid, awarding a parking garage restoration engineering contract, and opposing state fair housing legislation. The agenda also includes discussions on various appointments, bids, and ordinances, as well as a closed session for contract negotiations and litigation.

• Resolution #064: Approve payment of bills and claims totaling $2,962,365.85
• Resolution #065: Accept NJ Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant for Fire Department
• Resolution #069: Award engineering services to THA Consulting for Parking Garage Restoration Project
• Resolution #073: Oppose Assembly Bill No. 4/Senate Bill No. 50 (Fair Housing Act overhaul)
• Resolution #074: Waive permit fees for Little League Spring 2024 Program

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board is holding its regular February 1, 2024 meeting remotely via Zoom. The board will swear in a newly appointed alternate member, consider a resolution for a CPAM Realty LLC application, and vote on adjourning a scheduled case for Atherton Beverly LLC until February 22, 2024. No items are listed for completeness review.

• Resolution for CPAM Realty LLC, 270 Next Day Hill Court & 459 Next Day Hill Drive, Block 1301, Lots 16.01, 19
• Oath of office for newly appointed Alternate #1 Member Erin Thomas
• Adjournment of application #2021-01A Atherton Beverly LLC, 390 Jones Road, Block 3305, Lot 14.02 to February 22, 2024

Environmental Commission

The commission will hold a meeting via Zoom to discuss various environmental topics. The agenda includes updates regarding the Flat Rock Brook Nature Center and the Green Team.

• Flat Rock Brook Nature Center discussion
• Englewood House/Historical Society discussion
• Green Team discussion
• Policy discussion
• Trees discussion

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to appoint a Board Engineer and Board Planner. The agenda includes a site plan amendment for a new patio and walkways at 509 Engle Street and sign approvals for South Dean Street.

• Appointment of Board Engineer and Board Planner
• Sign approval for Cityview Surgical Center at 28-46 South Dean Street
• Sign approval for 28-46 South Dean Street LLC
• Amended site plan for Community Synagogue of Tenafly at 509 Engle Street
• Adjournment request for Atherton Beverly LLC at 390 Jones Road

City Council

The Englewood City Council is holding a public hearing and voting on a resolution to apply for a $540,917.75 matching grant from New Jersey's Green Acres Jake's Law Program for a fully inclusive playground at Mackay Park. The council will also approve payments totaling $2,162,684.30 and introduce a salary ordinance for City Hall employees. A consent agenda includes appointments, contracts, and other routine items.

• Public hearing and resolution for Green Acres Jake's Law grant ($540,917.75) for Mackay Park inclusive playground, total project cost $721,223.75
• Resolution #034-01-23-24 approving payment of bills and claims totaling $2,162,684.30
• Ordinance #24-01 establishing contract salaries and benefits for Local 108, R.W.D.S.U., U.F.C.W., AFL-CIO City Hall employees (first reading)
• Consent agenda includes appointments (City Solicitor, Bond Counsel, Labor Counsel, Municipal Auditor, etc.) and contracts (NW Financial Group, Trenk Isabel, T.H. Experiences LLC for Night Market)
• Resolution to accept donation of Peace Pole from Rotary Club for Trumbull Park

Board of Adjustment

The Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment meets via Zoom to hear a new application for three townhomes at 93 Tracey Place, which requires C(1) and D(5) variances for lot coverage, side yard, planting area, and parking space size. The board will also consider a withdrawal request for 191 E Linden Ave, an adjournment request for a Tesla application at 45 Cedar Ln., approve prior meeting minutes, and adopt a resolution for a previously heard case.

• New application ZBA 2023-10: 93 Tracey Place LLC seeks variances to build 3 townhomes at 93 Tracey Pl. (Block 2701, Lot 5)
• File 2022-18: Sam Pessar requests withdrawal of application for 191 E Linden Ave (Block 2708, Lot 12)
• File 24-000008: Tesla requests adjournment to Feb 15, 2024 for 45 Cedar Ln. (Block 2603, Lot 10.01)
• Adoption of memorialization resolution for File ZBA 2023-9, TNEI Inc., 39 S Van Brunt St. (Block 2402, Lot 5)
• Oath of office for new members Kenneth Senkyire, Mateo Duque, Uri Moche, Theresa Thomas, Suzanne Mullings

Board of Adjustment

This is the Englewood Zoning Board of Adjustment's annual reorganization meeting, held via Zoom. The board will swear in new and returning members, elect officers, appoint professional staff, re-adopt its by-laws, and set its 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda is procedural and contains no public hearings or decisions on specific zoning applications.

• Oath of office for members Kenneth Senkyire, Mateo Duque, Uri Moche, and alternates Margaret Haynes, Theresa Thomas, Suzanne Mullings
• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Appointment of Board Attorney, Board Engineer, and Board Professional Planner
• Re-adoption of 2023 By-Laws
• Adoption of 2024 Meeting Dates

City Council

The Englewood City Council will vote on several resolutions, including awarding a $125,000 contract to DMR Architects for the Master Plan, authorizing Bergen County law enforcement mutual aid, hiring special co-counsel for a lawsuit, and rejecting all bids for brush and tree removal services. The agenda also includes numerous appointments and discussion items, but no ordinances.

• Award $125,000 contract to DMR Architects for Master Plan
• Authorize Bergen County law enforcement mutual aid agreement
• Hire Hellring Lindeman Goldstein & Siegal LLP as special co-counsel in Englewood One Community lawsuit
• Reject all bids for brush/leaf removal (Bid #23R-37) and tree trimming (Bid #23-38)
• Recognize January as Muslim Heritage Month and honor Reverend Dr. Lester W. Taylor Jr.

Board of Health

The Englewood Board of Health will meet to approve routine financial reports and licenses, vote on several resolutions including reappointing the board attorney and reaffirming bylaws, and discuss a communicable disease update and a presentation on strengthening local public health capacities. They will also consider plans for the 2024 rabies clinic.

• Revenue of $12,887.00 and expenditures of $2,491.14 for December 2023
• Resolution R24-01: Reappointment of Board of Health Attorney
• Resolution R24-02: Appoint CHC Physician
• Resolution R24-05: Reaffirmation of Board of Health Bylaws
• 2024 Rabies Clinic discussion

Planning Board

The Englewood Planning Board is holding its annual reorganization meeting, including swearing in new members and appointing officers, attorneys, and other officials. The board will also adopt the 2024 meeting schedule and consider a resolution for Bandić Coffee LLC at 9-15 West Hudson Avenue, along with a completeness review for a project at 3-5 E Palisade Avenue. A continuation application for a subdivision at 390 Jones Road is also on the agenda.

• Oath of office for new members including Diana Patino-Valle, Allen George, and Salvadore Almonte
• Appointment of Board Attorney Douglas M. Bern, Esq. of Bern & Associates LLC
• Appointment of Board Engineer Robert L. Costa of Costa Engineering Corporation
• Resolution for Bandić Coffee LLC at 9-15 West Hudson Avenue (Block 705 Lot 7)
• Completeness review for 1-5 E Palisade Ave LLC at 3-5 E Palisade Avenue (Block 1206 Lot 15)

City Council

The Englewood City Council is holding its 2024 reorganization meeting, where newly elected council members will be sworn in and the council will elect its president and president pro tempore. The council will also vote on a consent agenda of routine resolutions, including the 2024 meeting schedule, holiday schedule, temporary budget appropriations, and various administrative policies. A notable item is the award of a professional planning services contract to DMR Architects for the city's Master Plan.

• Oath of office for new council members Dr. Kenneth Rosenzweig (1st Ward) and Angela David (3rd Ward)
• Election of Council President and President Pro Tempore for 2024
• Resolution #024: Award professional planning services contract to DMR Architects for Master Plan
• Resolution #025: Award special co-counsel contract to Hellring Lindeman Goldstein & Siegal LLP for Englewood Community One litigation
• Resolution #006: 2024 temporary budget appropriations totaling $17,655,721