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RahwayNJ averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$362,300 Typical home value $543,122 +0.2% yr/yr · +34.1% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (58)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
- Kimberly Hall — Board Member
- Edward Rengifo — Board Member
- Matthew Dobrowolski — Board Member
- Edward Rengifo ALS
Who’s on the Planning Board
- Hering — Commissioner
- Cladek — Commissioner
- Mojica — Commissioner
- Brown — Commissioner
- Miles — Commissioner
- Gustofson — Commissioner
- Simon — Commissioner
- Delgado — Commissioner
- Timmons — Commissioner
- Robinson — Commissioner
- Delga — Commissioner
- Padulo — Commissioner
- Badillo
- Ehrig
Who’s on the Rahway City Council
- Brown — Councilmember
- Mojica — Councilmember
- Parson — Councilmember
- Gibilisco — Councilmember
- Newbury — Councilmember
- Miles — Councilmember
- Brooks — Councilmember
- Parker — Councilmember
- Timmons — Councilmember
- Montesdeoca — Councilmember
- Eastman — Councilmember
- Eatman — Councilmember
- Parler — Councilmember
- CouncilmemberMiles
- CouncilmemberTimmons
Who’s on the Social Justice Commission
- Kenneth Houston
- Karla Alvarez
- Marti Robinson
- Samantha Harries
- Jessie Wilson
- Najah Allen
- William Cooper
- Brenda Caceres
- Kiana Amaya
- Jeffrey Brooks
- Julienne Cherry
- Vanessa Carillo
- Karla Alvares
- Jessie Willson
- Karim Ramos
- Molly Ortiz
- Peter Kowal
- James Walker
- Daija Robinson
Who’s on the Zoning Board of Adjustment
- Parson — Commissioner
- Anderson-Harvey — Commissioner
- Antisz — Commissioner
- Carrillo — Commissioner
- Hering — Commissioner
- Cruz — Commissioner
Development activity
2025113 housing units ($18.5M)
Upcoming
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Rahway City Council
Mon Sep 28, 2026
Social Justice Commission
Mon Oct 5, 2026
Rahway City Council
Mon Oct 26, 2026
Social Justice Commission
Mon Nov 9, 2026
Rahway City Council
Mon Nov 16, 2026
Social Justice Commission
Mon Dec 7, 2026
Rahway City Council
Mon Dec 21, 2026
Social Justice Commission
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Planning Board
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Social Justice Commission
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CITY OF RAHWAY
-306705-26987500
Social Justice Commission
REGULAR MEETING
112395-365125
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Rahway Recreation Center – Room 110
3 City Hall Plaza, Rahway, NJ 07065
ROLL CALL
WELCOME COMMISSIONERS AND GUESTS
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT
This Meeting was called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act. Notice of this meeting was sent to the Union County Local Source, Home News Tribune, and the Star Ledger. In addition, copies of the notice were posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building and filed in the Office of the City Clerk. Notices on the bulletin board have remained continuously posted. Proper notice having been given; the Board Secretary is directed to include this statement in the minutes of this meeting.
REVIEW OF PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
3/23/26
RSJC MISSION
Chair to recite Mission to inform General Public.
The RSJC works with the framework of our four Pillars: Rights – Equity – Access – Participation
FINANCIAL REPORT
Led by chair.
Finance committee to report on FY 2026 and the status of any approved, pending, or anticipated transactions.
Discuss any recurring expenses (invoices to request and orders to place: Ex. media services, printing services, refreshments for standing activities
CITY COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT
Commissioners report on any relevant news or issues from the City Council.
INITIATIVE COMMITTEES REPORT
Led by chair. Each initiative lead will update the group status and next step for each i …
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Rahway Redevelopment Agency
Rahway agency to buy 169-171 W. Main St., plan redevelopment
The Rahway Redevelopment Agency is meeting virtually to vote on several resolutions, including purchasing a property at 169-171 W. Main Street and hiring consultants for planning and environmental services. The board will also consider amending its legal fee schedule and approving a service agreement for Hamilton Stage. Public comments are limited to two minutes per person.
- Resolution 32-26: Purchase and Sale Agreement with Joseph Tluczek and Marzena Tlusczek for 169-171 W. Main Street (Block 161, Lot 9)
- Resolution 31-26: Professional services agreement with Heyer, Gruel & Associates for redevelopment planning report for Block 321, Lots 1-4
- Resolution 33-26: Contract with T&M Associates for environmental engineering related to 169-171 W. Main Street acquisition
- Resolution 35-26: Contract with T&M Associates for asbestos management for demolition at 173-177 W. Main Street
- Resolution 34-26: Comfort Management Service Agreement with Automated Building Controls, INC. for Hamilton Stage
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Rahway Redevelopment Agency
VIRTUAL MEETING AGENDA
August 19th, 2026
6:30 P.M.
VIRTUAL MEETING LINK:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/226833111824388?p=ujAsukBqslleFUFaVS
Meeting ID: 226 833 111 824 388
Passcode: xZ9n8Kx9
CALL TO ORDER
The Meeting shall be called to order at 6:30 p.m.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT
Notice of this meeting has been sent to the official newspapers, and adequate and electronic
notice has been provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act as required by
law.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioners, officials, and public attendees shall salute the flag.
ROLL CALL
On a call of the roll, the following Board Members and Officials should be present:
BOARD
Jeremy Mojica, Chairman
Tony Dalmau, Vice Chair Commissioner
Mary Gustafson, Commissioner
John Samsel, Commissioner
Thomas O'Reilly, Commissioner
Ebony Parham, Commissioner
Kelly Cruz, Commissioner
PRESENTATIONS:
N/A
RESOLUTION(S):
30-26: This resolution amends resolution No. 22-26 to amend the fee schedule for
Professional legal services.
31-26: This resolution authorizes a professional services agreement with Heyer, Gruel &
Associates for Planning Services related to the preparation of redevelopment planning
report for Block 321, Lots 1-4.
32-26: This resolution authorizes the Rahway Redevelopment Agency to enter into a
Purchase and Sale Agreement with Joseph Tluczek and Marzena Tlusczek for the property
located at Block 161, Lot 9 (Commonly known as 169-171 W. Main Street).
33-26: This resolutio …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
No agenda available for Rahway Zoning Board meeting
This meeting has no published agenda. The only available information is the meeting minutes, which are not included here. Therefore, no specific items for decision or discussion can be reported.
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1. No Agenda
There is no agenda available for this meeting. Please review the meeting
minutes.
Mon Aug 17, 2026
Rahway City Council
City council meeting with agenda packet only
This is a procedural agenda item for the Rahway City Council meeting on August 17, 2026. The only listed item is the agenda packet document, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.
- Agenda packet document (08-17-26-MEETING PACKET.PDF)
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1. AGENDA PACKET
Documents:
08-17-26-MEETING PACKET.PDF
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Zoning Board to consider bulk variances for 1583 High Street
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a special meeting to review a variance application. The board will also address the approval of minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting.
- Bulk “C” Variances application #08/26 for William F. Buchanan at 1583 High Street (Block 201 Lot 21)
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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
SPECIAL MEETING
AGENDA
August 11 , 20 2 6
CALL TO
ORDER The special meeting shall be called to order at 7 :0 0 p.m.
1 City Hall Plaza
Rahway, NJ 07065
__________________________________________________
FLAG SALUTE The Board will then salute the flag.
______________________________________________________________________________
ROLL CALL On a call of the roll, the following Board Members and Officials shoul d be
present:
BOARD
Ms. Joann Gemenden, Commissioner
Mr. William Tomkiewicz, Commissioner
Mr. Timothy Antisz, Commissioner
Mr. Roy L. Smith, Commissioner
Ms. Vanessa Carillo, Commissioner
M s . Courtney Anderson-Harvey , 2 nd Alternate Commissioner
M s. Kelly Cruz , 3rd Alternate Commissioner
M r. Kyle Malcolm , 4 th Alternate Commissioner
Mr. Richard Zdan, Commissioner Vice Chairman
Mr. William Hering, Commissioner Chairman
Mr. Malcolm Thorpe , Esq, Board Attorney
M r. Peter Bondar , Board Engineer
Mr. Kevin O ’Brien, Board Planner
Mr. Steven Decker, Board Secretary
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
MEETING
August 11 , 20 2 6 PAGE TWO
REGULAR MEETING:
William F. Buchanan
1583 High Street
Block 201 Lot 21
Application #0 8 /2 6
Bulk “ C ” Variances
MEMORIALIZATION:
MINUTES: Any necessary changes to the Board of Adjustment minutes of May 18 th , 202 6 s hall be
made at this time and approved by action of the Commissioners .
COMMUNICATION S
Report from Planning Board
N ext Meeting: Monday, August 1 7, 2026
ADJOURN: There being no further business; the …
Mon Aug 3, 2026
Rahway City Council
Tue Jul 28, 2026
Planning Board
Board will approve May minutes and review a bulk C variance application
The Zoning Board of Adjustment regular meeting will consider approving the minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting. It will receive a report from the Planning Board. The board will discuss Application #08/26 for a bulk “C” variance submitted by William F. Buchanan for the property at 1583 High Street, Block 201 Lot 21. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.
- Approve minutes of the May 18, 2026 Board of Adjustment meeting
- Receive report from the Planning Board
- Consider Application #08/26 – bulk “C” variances for William F. Buchanan, 1583 High Street, Block 201 Lot 21
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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
July 20 , 20 2 6
CALL TO
ORDER The Regular meeting shall be called to order at 7 :0 0 p.m.
1 City Hall Plaza
Rahway, NJ 07065
__________________________________________________
FLAG SALUTE The Board will then salute the flag.
______________________________________________________________________________
ROLL CALL On a call of the roll, the following Board Members and Officials should be
present:
BOARD
Ms. Joann Gemenden, Commissioner
Mr. William Tomkiewicz, Commissioner
Mr. Timothy Antisz, Commissioner
Mr. Roy L. Smith, Commissioner
Ms. Vanessa Carillo, Commissioner
M s . Courtney Anderson-Harvey , 2 nd Alternate Commissioner
M s. Kelly Cruz , 3rd Alternate Commissioner
M r. Kyle Malcolm , 4 th Alternate Commissioner
Mr. Richard Zdan, Commissioner Vice Chairman
Mr. William Hering, Commissioner Chairman
Mr. Malcolm Thorpe , Esq, Board Attorney
M r. Peter Bondar , Board Engineer
Mr. Kevin O ’Brien, Board Planner
Mr. Steven Decker, Board Secretary
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
MEETING
July 20 , 20 2 6 PAGE TWO
REGULAR MEETING:
William F. Buchanan
1583 High Street
Block 201 Lot 21
Application #0 8 /2 6
Bulk “ C ” Variances
MEMORIALIZATION:
MINUTES: Any necessary changes to the Board of Adjustment minutes of May 18 th , 202 6 s hall be
made at this time and approved by action of the Commissioners .
COMMUNICATION S
Report from Planning Board
Next Meeting: Monday, August 1 7 , 2026
ADJOURN: There being no further business; the meeti …
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Zoning Board to hear variance application for 1583 High Street
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a bulk variance application for a property on High Street. The board will also review and approve minutes from the May 18, 2026, meeting.
- Bulk “C” Variances application #08/26 for William F. Buchanan at 1583 High Street (Block 201 Lot 21)
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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
July 20 , 20 2 6
CALL TO
ORDER The Regular meeting shall be called to order at 7 :0 0 p.m.
1 City Hall Plaza
Rahway, NJ 07065
__________________________________________________
FLAG SALUTE The Board will then salute the flag.
______________________________________________________________________________
ROLL CALL On a call of the roll, the following Board Members and Officials should be
present:
BOARD
Ms. Joann Gemenden, Commissioner
Mr. William Tomkiewicz, Commissioner
Mr. Timothy Antisz, Commissioner
Mr. Roy L. Smith, Commissioner
Ms. Vanessa Carillo, Commissioner
M s . Courtney Anderson-Harvey , 2 nd Alternate Commissioner
M s. Kelly Cruz , 3rd Alternate Commissioner
M r. Kyle Malcolm , 4 th Alternate Commissioner
Mr. Richard Zdan, Commissioner Vice Chairman
Mr. William Hering, Commissioner Chairman
Mr. Malcolm Thorpe , Esq, Board Attorney
M r. Peter Bondar , Board Engineer
Mr. Kevin O ’Brien, Board Planner
Mr. Steven Decker, Board Secretary
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
MEETING
July 20 , 20 2 6 PAGE TWO
REGULAR MEETING:
William F. Buchanan
1583 High Street
Block 201 Lot 21
Application #0 8 /2 6
Bulk “ C ” Variances
MEMORIALIZATION:
MINUTES: Any necessary changes to the Board of Adjustment minutes of May 18 th , 202 6 s hall be
made at this time and approved by action of the Commissioners .
COMMUNICATION S
Report from Planning Board
Next Meeting: Monday, August 1 7 , 2026
ADJOURN: There being no further business; the meeti …
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Rahway Redevelopment Agency
Agency to purchase property at 169-171 W. Main Street
The Rahway Redevelopment Agency will consider a purchase agreement for a property on W. Main Street. The body is also reviewing a professional services agreement for planning and an amendment to legal service fees.
- Purchase and Sale Agreement for Block 161, Lot 9 (169-171 W. Main Street)
- Professional services agreement with Heyer, Gruel & Associates for Block 321, Lots 1-4 planning report
- Amendment to the fee schedule for professional legal services (Resolution 30-26)
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Rahway Redevelopment Agency
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
July 15th , 2026
6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
The Meeting shall be called to order at 6:30 p.m.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT
Notice of this meeting has been sent to the official newspapers, and adequate and electronic
notice has been provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act as required by
law.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioners, officials, and public attendees shall salute the flag.
ROLL CALL
On a call of the roll, the following Board Members and Officials should be present:
BOARD
Jeremy Mojica, Chairman
Tony Dalmau, Vice Chair Commissioner
Mary Gustafson, Commissioner
John Samsel, Commissioner
Thomas O'Reilly, Commissioner
Ebony Parham, Commissioner
Kelly Cruz, Commissioner
PRESENTATIONS:
N/A
CLOSED SESSION:
33-26: This resolution authorizes an executive closed session.
RESOLUTION(S):
30 -26: This resolution amends resolution No. 22-26 to amend the fee schedule for
Professional legal services.
31-26: This resolution authorizes a professional services agreement with Heyer, Gruel &
Associates for Planning Services related to the preparation of redevelopment planning
report for Block 321, Lots 1-4.
32-26: This resolution authorizes the Rahway Redevelopment Agency to enter into a
Purchase and Sale Agreement with Joseph Tluczek and Marzena Tlusczek for the property
located at Block 161, Lot 9 (Commonly known as 169-171 W. Main Street).
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
The minutes of the following meetings shall be moved, seconded, an …
Mon Jul 6, 2026
Rahway City Council
Council will consider multiple budget, infrastructure and development ordinances
At its July 6, 2026 meeting, the Rahway City Council will read and vote on several first‑read ordinances. The items include a municipal budget appropriation limit and cap bank, emergency appropriations for retired employee benefits, funding for vehicle acquisition, construction of a parking lot on Fulton St‑Pierce St, demolition of city‑owned structures, and a redevelopment plan for Block 277 Lot 10 under the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law. The council will also adopt resolutions and two ordinances covering city filming regulations and an amendment to the water and sewer engineering chapter.
- Limit municipal budget appropriation and establish a cap bank (O-17-26)
- Emergency appropriations fund terminal pay for retired employees (O-18-26)
- Bond for acquisition of vehicles (O-19-26)
- Bond for construction of parking lot on Fulton St‑Pierce St properties (O-20-26)
- Redevelopment plan for Block 277 Lot 10 under Local Redevelopment and Housing Law (O-22-26)
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AGENDA PACKET
Documents:
07-06-26-PUBLIC MEETING PACKET.PDF
FIRST READ ORDINANCES
Documents:
O-17-26-ADMIN-CY26 EXCEED MUNICIPAL BUDGET APPROPRIATION LIMIT
AND ESTABLISH A CAP BANK.PDF
O-18-26-ADMIN-BOND EMERGENCY APPROPRIATIONS FUND TERMINAL PAY
FOR RETIRED EMPLOYEES.PDF
O-19-26-ADMIN-BOND AQUISITION OF VEHICLESAPPROPRIATING FUNDS.PDF
O-20-26- ADMIN-BOND FULTON ST-PIERCE ST PROPERTIES CONSTRUCTION
OF PARKING LOT.PDF
O-21-26-ADMIN-BOND DEMOLTION OF VARIOUS STRUCTURES ON CITY
OWNED PROPERTIES.PDF
O-22-26-ENG-BLOCK 277 LOT 10 REDEVELOPMENT PLAN-LOCAL
REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING LAW.PDF
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS
Documents:
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS 7.6.26.PDF
ADOPTED ORDINANCES
Documents:
O-15-26-ADOPT-ADMIN-CHAPTER 2026 FILMING.PDF
O-16-26-ADOPT-ENGINEERING-CHAPTER 411 WATER AND SEWER TO ADD A
NEW SECTION.PDF
Mon Jun 29, 2026
Rahway City Council
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1. Special Meeting CANCELLED
Documents:
CANCELLED - SPECIAL MEETING.PDF
Tue Jun 23, 2026
Planning Board
Mon Jun 22, 2026
Social Justice Commission
Rahway Social Justice Commission to review initiative reports and financial status
The Social Justice Commission will meet to review the FY 2026 financial report and receive updates from initiative committees. The body will discuss ongoing projects and plan for upcoming local events and presentations.
- FY 2026 financial report and recurring expenses
- Scholarship initiative update
- Social Justice Movie and Listening Bench pop-up events
- Inclusive Holiday Celebration planning
- Presentations from Ronald McCray, Joes Brown (United Way), and local authorities
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✓ Decided: Rahway Social Justice Commission holds routine meeting, no major decisions
The Rahway Social Justice Commission met on March 23, 2026, and approved the minutes from a previous meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and updates. The commission discussed ordering apparel for new commissioners, noted the scholarship application deadline, and planned a 'Know Your Rights' event with the Board of Education and Police Department.
- Approved minutes from the 3/23/26 meeting (motion by Brenda Caceres, second by Karla Alvarez).
- Discussed ordering apparel for new commissioners and trucker hats/windbreakers for all commissioners (no formal action).
- Noted no budget update from administration; remaining funds will be spent on the holiday event once budget is drafted.
- Noted scholarship application deadline is April 17, 2026.
- Planned to host a 'Know Your Rights' event with Board of Education and Rahway Police Department (date TBD).
- Discussed increasing social media posts from 2 to 3 per month and revising the Wizdom Media contract.
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CITY OF RAHWAY
-306705-26987500
Social Justice Commission
REGULAR MEETING
112395-365125
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Rahway Recreation Center – Room 110
3 City Hall Plaza, Rahway, NJ 07065
ROLL CALL
WELCOME COMMISSIONERS AND GUESTS
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT
This Meeting was called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act. Notice of this meeting was sent to the Union County Local Source, Home News Tribune, and the Star Ledger. In addition, copies of the notice were posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building and filed in the Office of the City Clerk. Notices on the bulletin board have remained continuously posted. Proper notice having been given; the Board Secretary is directed to include this statement in the minutes of this meeting.
REVIEW OF PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
3/23/26
RSJC MISSION
Chair to recite Mission to inform General Public.
The RSJC works with the framework of our four Pillars: Rights – Equity – Access – Participation
FINANCIAL REPORT
Led by chair.
Finance committee to report on FY 2026 and the status of any approved, pending, or anticipated transactions.
Discuss any recurring expenses (invoices to request and orders to place: Ex. media services, printing services, refreshments for standing activities
CITY COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT
Commissioners report on any relevant news or issues from the City Council.
INITIATIVE COMMITTEES REPORT
Led by chair. Each initiative lead will update the group status and next step for each i …
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MINUTES
CITY OF RAHWAY
Monday, March 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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The meeting was called to order at 7:04 PM.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT
This Meeting was called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act. Notice of this meeting was sent to the Union County Local Source, Home News Tribune, and the Star Ledger. In addition, copies of notice were posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building and filed in the Office of the City Clerk. Notices on the bulletin board have remained continuously posted. Proper notice having been given; the Board Secretary is directed to include this statement in the minutes of this meeting.
ROLL CALL
Present: Karla Alvarez, William Cooper, Brenda Caceres, Peter Kowal, James Walker, Karim Ramos
MINUTES
3/23/26 – Brenda Caceres and Karla Alvarez approved.
NEW COMMISSIONERS
Apparel will be ordered for new commissioners as well as trucker hats and windbreakers for all commissioners.
FINANCIAL REPORT
No update from administration about the budget yet.
Once we draft the budget, any remaining funds will be spent on the holiday event.
Only reoccurring bill right is Wizdom Media for social media management.
CITY COUNCIL LIASON REPORT
N/A
INITIATIVE COMMITTEES REPORT
Scholarship application deadline is April 17th, 2026.
The next movie is Lorax.
Still looking for student ambassadors. Next year they will be the scholarship recipients. Also, once we select a student ambassador, they will represent us at certain …
Mon Jun 15, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Environmental Commission
Public notice of RVSA RNG project and air permit renewal
The Environmental Commission will receive a presentation on CES matters, hear public comments, and discuss several updates including a Union County Hub meeting report and a sustainability application. Members will also consider an extended leave of absence for Commissioner Perrine. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation by Mr. O’Neill on CES Matters
- Public Notice – Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority RNG Project and Air Permit Renewal
- Hearing of Citizens
- Report from Commissioner Carchia on Union County Hub Meeting
- Consideration of Extended Leave of Absence for Commissioner Perrine
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Rahway Environmental
Commission
AGENDA
Thursday, June 11, 2026
7:00 PM
This is a regular meeting of the City of Rahway Environmental Commission. Public notice of this meeting, in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, was published in the City Newspapers, posted on the public bulletin board in the Municipal Building, and aired on the community TV station.
Informal discussion by Commission Members will precede each item on the Agenda. Any Commission Member wishing to comment for the record may do so after the item has been properly moved and seconded.
Public comments on matters of environmental health or any item on the Agenda shall be called by the Chairman prior to the communications section. Individual comment shall be limited to five minutes per person. Citizens who desire to address the Commission with more detailed comment are asked to do so in writing, one week in advance to allow the Commissioners to become familiar with the subject. The public shall not be recognized at other times than those called for herein.
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CALL TO ORDER CONVENED: ________
A reminder that cell phones should be turned off and the meeting shall be called to order
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ROLL CALL
On a call of the roll, the following Commissioners and Officials should be present:
Mr. Vincent LaRocca, Chairman Present_____ Absent _____
Ms. Clea Carchia, Commissioner Present_____ Absent _____
Mr. James Keane, Commissioner Pr …
Mon Jun 8, 2026
Rahway City Council
Council considers new filming and water/sewer ordinances
The Rahway City Council will review two first-read ordinances regarding filming and water and sewer regulations. The body will also act on an adopted ordinance concerning the sale of real property.
- First read of Ordinance O-15-26 regarding filming
- First read of Ordinance O-16-26 to add a new section to Chapter 411 Water and Sewer
- Adoption of Ordinance O-14-26 for the sale of real property at Block 198 Lot 11, 6 Broadway
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✓ Decided: Council approved sale of 6 Broadway property
The council adopted Ordinance O-14-26, authorizing the sale of the property at 6 Broadway. Earlier, the council introduced Ordinances O-15-26 and O-16-26 on first reading. The council also approved a consent agenda covering resolutions AR-135-26 through AR-147-26. The meeting minutes were approved and the public‑hearing portion was closed.
- Approved May 4, 2026 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Adopted Ordinance O-15-26 authorizing sale of 6 Broadway (8-0)
- Adopted Ordinance O-16-26 amending water‑leak adjustments (8-0)
- Adopted Ordinance O-14-26 finalizing sale of 6 Broadway (8-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda resolutions AR-135-26 to AR-147-26 (8-0)
- Accepted payment of May 2026 bills (8-0)
- Closed public hearing portion of the meeting (8-0)
- Adjourned meeting (voice vote, no objection)
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Agenda Packet
Documents:
06-08-26-PUBLIC MEETING PACKET.PDF
FIRST READ ORDINANCES
Documents:
O-15-26-ADMIN-CHAPTER 2026 FILMING.PDF
O-16-26-ENGINEERING-CHAPTER 411 WATER AND SEWER TO ADD A NEW
SECTION.PDF
ADOPTED ORDINANCES
Documents:
O-14-26-ADOPT-ADMIN-SALE OF REAL PROPERTY-BLOCK 198 LOT 11-6
BROADWAY.PDF
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Regular Council Meeting of June 8, 2026 1 of 6 City of Rahway
CITY OF RAHWAY, NEW JERSEY
MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
June 8, 2026
7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Council President Brooks called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and asked for a Roll Call.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Brown, Eastman, Gibilisco, Miles, Montesdeoca, Newbury, Timmons,
Brooks
ABSENT: Councilmember Mojica
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE and INVOCATION
Council President Brooks led the Pledge of Allegiance. Councilmember Brown offered an Invocation.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT:
City Clerk Capone read: Notice of this meeting has been sent to the official newspapers and adequate and
electronic notice has been provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act as required by law.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Councilmember Newbury and seconded by Councilmember Eastman to accept
and approve the May 4, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes.
YES: Councilmembers Brown, Eastman, Miles, Montesdeoca, Newbury, Timmons, Brooks
ABSTAIN: Councilmember Gibilisco
ABSENT: Councilmember Mojica
Council President Brooks declared the motion carried.
REPORTS OF COUNCIL COMMITTEES
City Clerk Capone stated that there were no reports.
COMMUNICATIONS: MAYOR, REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND BILL PAYMENT
City Clerk Capone stated that the Council received the Payment of Bills, Police Report and the Fire
Report for the month of May 2026.
The Council accepted the Payment of …
Thu May 28, 2026
Rahway Redevelopment Agency
Agency approves legal and engineering contracts for 2026
The Rahway Redevelopment Agency is scheduled to approve professional service contracts for legal counsel and environmental engineering. The meeting also includes a closed session and the adoption of minutes from a prior meeting.
- Contract with Decotiis Doyle, LLP for legal services (estimated $25,000)
- Contract with Heyer, Gruel & Associates for parking suitability study
- Resolution to authorize purchase and sale agreement for 277 and 309 Hamilton Street
- Contract with T&M Associates for environmental due diligence
- Fourth amendment to redevelopment agreement with Meridia Brownstones Rahway, LLC
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✓ Decided: Rahway agency recommends Pravco site plan for redevelopment
The Rahway Redevelopment Agency voted unanimously to recommend incorporating the Pravco site plan into a redevelopment plan for the subject property. The agency also approved five resolutions, including professional services contracts, a purchase and sale agreement for Hamilton Street properties, and a fourth amendment to a redevelopment agreement with Meridia Brownstones Rahway, LLC. All votes were unanimous with all commissioners present.
- Recommended Pravco site plan be incorporated into redevelopment plan (unanimous)
- Approved professional services contract to DeCottis Doyle LLP for 2026 special counsel (unanimous)
- Approved contract to Heyer, Gruel & Associates for parking suitability study for Block 161, Lot 9 (unanimous)
- Authorized purchase and sale agreement with Meridia on Hamilton Rahway, LLC for Block 162, Lots 9 and 13 (unanimous)
- Approved contract to T&M Associates for environmental due diligence at 309 and 277-287 Hamilton Street (unanimous)
- Approved fourth amendment to redevelopment agreement with Meridia Brownstones Rahway, LLC (unanimous)
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Rahway Redevelopment Agency
RESCHEDULED REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
May 28, 2026
7:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
The Meeting shall be called to order at 6:30 p.m.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT
In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act of the State of New Jersey, notice of this
meeting was provided by:
1. Sending sufficient notice to the Redevelopment Agency's designated newspapers, the
Local Source, the Star-Ledger, and Home News Tribune
2. Posting notice of this meeting on the City of Rahway website and on the Municipality's
Public Bulletin Board
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioners, officials, and public attendees shall salute the flag.
ROLL CALL
On a call of the roll, the following Board Members and Officials should be present:
BOARD
Jeremy Mojica, Chairman
Tony Dalmau, Vice Chair Commissioner
Mary Gustafson, Commissioner
John Samsel, Commissioner
Thomas O'Reilly, Commissioner
Ebony Parham, Commissioner
Kelly Cruz, Commissioner
CLOSED SESSION:
24-26 – THIS RESOLUTION AUTHORIZES AN EXECUTIVE CLOSED SESSION.
PRESENTATIONS:
PRAVCO
RESOLUTION(S):
25-26 - THIS RESOLUTION APPROVES A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT
TO DECOTTIS DOYLE LLP FOR THE PROVISION OF 2026 SPECIAL COUNCIL
FOR THE RAHWAY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
26-26 - THIS RESOLUTION APPROVES A PROFFESSIONAL SERVICES
CONTRACT TO HEYER, GRUEL & ASSOCIATES FOR THE PROVISION OF A
PARKING SUITABILITY FOR BLOCK 161, LOT 9.
27-26 - THIS RESOLUTION AUTHORIZES THE RAHWAY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY TO ENTER INTO A PURCHASE AND SAL …
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Rahway Redevelopment Agency
MEETING MINUTES
Regular Meeting
May 28, 2026
7:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Rahway Redevelopment Agency was called to order at
7:30 p.m. by Chair Jeremy Mojica.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT
In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act of the State of New Jersey, notice
of this meeting was provided by:
1. Sending sufficient notice to the Redevelopment Agency's designated newspapers,
the Local Source, the Star-Ledger, and Home News Tribune.
2. Posting notice of this meeting on the City of Rahway website and on the
Municipality's Public Bulletin Board.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioners, officials, and public attendees saluted the flag.
ROLL CALL
Commissioner
Present
Absent
Jeremy Mojica, Chairman
X
Tony Dalmau, Vice Chair
Commissioner
X
Mary Gustafson,
Commissioner
X
John Samsel,
Commissioner
X
Thomas O'Reilly,
Commissioner
X
Ebony Parham,
Commissioner
X
Kelly Cruz,
Commissioner
X
PRESENTATIONS
Pravco Site Plan – Richard Adelsohn gave presentation on Pravco Site Plan.
Motion: Commissioner Jeremy Mojica made a motion to recommend to the City
Council that the site plan presented by Pravco be incorporated into a redevelopment
plan for the subject property. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Tony
Dalmau.
Roll Call Vote: All Commissioners present voted Aye. Motion carried.
RESOLUTIONS:
RESOLUTION 24-26 : VOID: NO CLOSED SESSION
RESOLUTION 25-26
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO
DECOTTIS DOYLE …
Wed May 20, 2026
Rahway Redevelopment Agency
Agency will vote on a purchase agreement for two Hamilton Street properties.
The Rahway Redevelopment Agency regular meeting will consider several resolutions, including approving professional services contracts for Decottis Doyle LLP, Heyer, Gruel & Associates, and T&M Associates, and authorizing a purchase and sale agreement with Meridia on Hamilton Street for properties at 277 and 309 Hamilton Street. The board will also adopt minutes from the March 18 meeting and authorize an executive closed session. Additional reports and public comments are scheduled.
- Approve professional services contract to Decottis Doyle LLP for the 2026 special council.
- Approve professional services contract to Heyer, Gruel & Associates for a parking suitability study for Block 161, Lot 9.
- Authorize purchase and sale agreement with Meridia on Hamilton Rahway, LLC for properties at 277 and 309 Hamilton Street (Block 162, Lots 9 and 13).
- Approve professional services contract to T&M Associates for environmental due‑diligence services for the same Hamilton Street properties.
- Approve resolution authorizing an executive closed session.
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Rahway Redevelopment Agency
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
May 20, 2026
6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
The Meeting shall be called to order at 6:30 p.m.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT
In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act of the State of New Jersey, notice of this meeting was provided by:
1. Sending sufficient notice to the Redevelopment Agency's designated newspapers, the Local Source, the Star-Ledger, and Home News Tribune
2. Posting notice of this meeting on the City of Rahway website and on the Municipality's Public Bulletin Board
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioners, officials, and public attendees shall salute the flag.
ROLL CALL
On a call of the roll, the following Board Members and Officials should be present:
BOARD
Tony Dalmau, Vice Chair Commissioner
Jeremy Mojica, Chairman
Mary Gustafson, Commissioner
John Samsel, Commissioner
Thomas O'Reilly, Commissioner
Ebony Parham, Commissioner
Kelly Cruz, Commissioner
CLOSED SESSION:
24-26 – THIS RESOLUTION AUTHORIZES AN EXECUTIVE CLOSED SESSION.
PRESENTATIONS:
PRAVCO
RESOLUTION(S):
25-26 - THIS RESOLUTION APPROVES A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO DECOTTIS DOYLE LLP FOR THE PROVISION OF 2026 SPECIAL COUNCIL FOR THE RAHWAY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
26-26 - THIS RESOLUTION APPROVES A PROFFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO HEYER, GRUEL & ASSOCIATES FOR THE PROVISION OF A PARKING SUITABILITY FOR BLOCK 161, LOT 9.
27-26 - THIS RESOLUTION AUTHORIZES THE RAHWAY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO ENTER INTO A PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMNT WITH MERIDIA ON HAMI …
Mon May 18, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Board will consider a variance application for Integrity Holdings at 293 William St.
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review a minor subdivision variance request submitted by Integrity Holdings & Development LLC for 293 William St., Block 308 Lot 4. The Board will also consider any needed changes to the minutes of the April 20, 2026 meeting. A report from the Planning Board will be presented. The next meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2026.
- Memorialization of Application #0 1 /2 5 – Minor Subdivision with Use “D” Variance and Bulk “C” Variance for Integrity Holdings & Development LLC, 293 William St., Block 308 Lot 4
- Approval or amendment of minutes from the April 20, 2026 ZBA meeting
- Report from the Planning Board
- Flag salute (procedural)
- Adjournment
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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
May 18 , 20 2 6
CALL TO
ORDER The Regular meeting shall be called to order at 7 :0 0 p.m.
1 City Hall Plaza
Rahway, NJ 07065
__________________________________________________
FLAG SALUTE The Board will then salute the flag.
______________________________________________________________________________
ROLL CALL On a call of the roll, the following Board Members and Officials should be
present:
BOARD
Ms. Joann Gemenden, Commissioner
Mr. William Tomkiewicz, Commissioner
Mr. Timothy Antisz, Commissioner
Mr. Roy L. Smith, Commissioner
Ms. Vanessa Carillo, Commissioner
M r. Robert Parson, 1 st Alternate Commissioner
M s . Courtney Anderson-Harvey , 2 nd Alternate Commissioner
M s. Kelly Cruz , 3rd Alternate Commissioner
M r. Kyle Malcolm , 4 th Alternate Commissioner
Mr. Richard Zdan, Commissioner Vice Chairman
Mr. William Hering, Commissioner Chairman
Mr. Malcolm Thorpe , Esq, Board Attorney
M r. Peter Bondar , Board Engineer
Mr. Kevin O ’Brien, Board Planner
Mr. Steven Decker, B oard Secretary
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
MEETING
May 18 , 20 2 6 PAGE TWO
REGULAR MEETING:
MEMORIALIZATION:
Integrity Holdings & Development LLC.
2 93 William St.
Block 308 Lot 4
Application #0 1 /2 5
Minor S ubdivision with Use “ D ” Variance and Bulk “ C ” Variance
MINUTES: Any necessary changes to the Board of Adjustment minutes of April 2 0 th , 202 6 s hall be
made at this time and approved by action of the Commissioners .
COMMUNICATION S
Repor …
Thu May 14, 2026
Environmental Commission
Commission will consider extended leave of absence for Commissioner Perrine
The Rahway Environmental Commission will discuss several updates, including reports on the Union County Hub, the Sustainable Jersey Summit, the Vital Signs Initiative, and watershed and sustainability applications. A key agenda item is the consideration of an extended leave of absence for Commissioner Perrine. The meeting also includes a presentation by Mr. O’Neill on CES matters and a citizen hearing.
- Presentation by Mr. O’Neill on CES matters
- Report from Commissioner Carchia on Union County Hub meeting
- Discussion of the Sustainable Jersey Summit
- Update from Commissioner Zafra on the Vital Signs Initiative
- Consideration of extended leave of absence for Commissioner Perrine
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Rahway Environmental
Commission
AGENDA
Thursday, May 14 , 202 6
7:00 PM
This is a regular meeting of the City of Rahway Environmental Commission. Public notice of this
meeting, in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, was published in the City Newspapers,
posted on the public bulletin board in the Municipal Building, and aired on the community TV station.
Informal discussion by Commission Members will precede each item on the Agenda . Any Commission
Member wishing to comment for the record may do so after the item has been properly moved and
seconded.
Public comments on matters of environmental health or any item on the Agenda shall be called by the
Chairman prior to the communications section. Individual comment shall be limited to five minutes per
person. Citizens who desire to address the Commission with more detailed comment are asked to do so in
writing, one week in advance to allow the Commissioners to become familiar with the subject. The public
shall not be recognized at other times than those called for herein.
__________________________________________
CALL TO ORDER CONVENED: _ _______
A reminder that cell phones should be turned off and the meeting shall be called to order
__________________________________________
ROLL CALL
On a call of the roll, the following Commissioners and Officials should be present:
Mr. Vincent L a Rocc a , Chairman Present_____ Absent _____
M s. Clea Carchia , Commissioner Present_____ Absent _____
M r. James Keane , Comm …
Wed May 13, 2026
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
Rahway ABC Board to vote on a liquor license transfer
The Rahway Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will convene to approve minutes from a previous meeting and consider a resolution to authorize a person-to-person transfer of a retail consumption license.
- Approval of April 15, 2026 minutes
- Resolution to approve Person-to-Person Place to Place transfer 2013-33-005-013
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
- Police reports
- Executive closed session
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Regular Meeting 1 of 4 ABC - City of Rahway
CITY OF RAHWAY
MUNICIPAL BOARD ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL
AGENDA
May 13 , 202 6 , at 6:30 p.m. Council Chambers
REGULAR MEETING
1. ROLL CALL -
Board Member - Matthew Dobrowolski
Board Member - Kimberly Hall
Board Member - Edward Rengifo
2. OPE N PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT-
Notice of this meeting has been sent to the official newspapers and adequate and electronic notice has been
provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act as required by law.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
April 1 5 , 202 6 -Regular Meeting
4. PUBLIC COMMENT - 3 minutes per speaker
5. NEW BUSINESS
- 2026-01-05 Resolution to approve the Person-to-Person Place to Place transfer
2013- 33-005-013 for a Retail Consumption License
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7. POLICE REPORTS
8. EXECUTIVE CLOSED SESSION
202 6 -0 2 -0 5 - Resolution Approving an Executive Closed Session
9. ADJOURNMENT
Mon May 4, 2026
Rahway City Council
Rahway City Council considers sale of property at 6 Broadway
The City Council is meeting to review a first-read ordinance regarding the sale of real property. The body is also adopting ordinances related to property acquisition and capital improvements.
- First read of Ordinance O-14-26 for the sale of real property at Block 198 Lot 11 (6 Broadway)
- Adoption of Ordinance O-12-26 for property acquisition of St. Marks property
- Adoption of Ordinance O-13-26 for various 2026 capital improvements
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✓ Decided: Council elects Karla Timmons and adopts two $2‑plus million bond ordinances
The council elected Karla Timmons to fill the Third Ward seat and adopted the resolution confirming the vacancy fill. It approved two bond ordinances authorizing $2.75 million for a property purchase and $2.5 million for capital improvements. The body also adopted a package of consent‑agenda resolutions, approved the 6 Broadway property sale ordinance (first reading), and authorized a multicultural block party for May 29.
- Elected Karla Timmons as Third Ward Councilmember (unanimous yes)
- Adopted Resolution AR-121-26 filling the Third Ward vacancy (unanimous yes)
- Approved April 6 and April 13 meeting minutes (unanimous yes, one abstention)
- Adopted Ordinance O-12-26 authorizing $2,750,000 property acquisition (unanimous yes)
- Adopted Ordinance O-13-26 authorizing $2,500,000 capital‑improvement bonds (unanimous yes)
- Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions AR-122-26 through AR-134-26 (unanimous yes)
- Adopted Ordinance authorizing sale of 6 Broadway (first reading) (unanimous yes)
- Adopted Block Party BP-26-02 for May 29 multicultural event (unanimous yes)
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AGENDA PACKET
Documents:
05-04-26-PUBLIC MEETING PACKET.PDF
FIRST READ ORDINANCES
Documents:
O-14-26-ADMIN-SALE OF REAL PROPERTY-BLOCK 198 LOT 11-6
BROADWAY.PDF
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS
Documents:
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS.PDF
ADOPTED ORDINANCES
Documents:
O-12-26-ADOPT-FINANCE-PROPERTY ACQUISITION-ST. MARKS
PROPERTY.PDF
O-13-26-ADOPT-FINANCE-VARIOUS 2026 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS.PDF
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CITY OF RAHWAY, NEW JERSEY
MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
May 4, 2026
7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Council President Brooks called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. and asked for a Roll Call.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Brown, Eastman, Miles, Mojica, Montesdeoca, Newbury, Brooks
ABSENT: — Councilmember Gibilisco
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE and INVOCATION
Council President Brooks led the Pledge of Allegiance. Councilmember Brown offered an Invocation.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT:
City Clerk Capone read: Notice of this meeting has been sent to the official newspapers and adequate and
electronic notice has been provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act as required by law.
ELECTION OF MEMBER TO FILL THE THIRD WARD COUNCIL VACANCY
Council President Brooks asked for a nomination from the list of three (3) candidates (Karla Timmons,
JoAnn Gemenden and Katherine Gonzalez) that were provided by the Rahway Democratic Committee to
fill the Third Ward Council seat.
A motion was made by Councilmember Eastman, seconded by Councilmember Brown to nominate
Karla Timmons as the Third Ward Councilmember and adopted by the following vote:
YES: Councilmembers Brown, Eastman, Miles, Mojica, Montesdeoca, Newbury, Brooks
ABSENT: — Councilmember Gibilisco
Council President Brooks declared the motion carried.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION
AR-121-26 A RESOLUTION FILLING THE THIRD WARD CITY COUNCIL VACANCY
Motion to adopt the above titled Resolution was made by Councilmember Newbury,
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Tue Apr 28, 2026
Planning Board
Mon Apr 27, 2026
Social Justice Commission
Social Justice Commission reviews FY 2026 finances and upcoming community initiatives
The commission will review minutes from the March 23 meeting, receive a financial report for fiscal year 2026, and hear updates from the City Council liaison and several initiative committees. Reports from the Social Media & PR Committee and the Presentation Committee will also be presented. Commissioners will have a public comment period and discuss upcoming community events.
- Financial Report for FY 2026 presented by the chair
- Initiative Committee updates on scholarship, movie, listening bench pop‑ups, inclusive holiday celebration, and commissioner development
- Social Media and PR Committee report (Wizdom Media and other services)
- Public comment period (2‑minute maximum per speaker)
- Presentation Committee schedule of upcoming speakers and agency representatives
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✓ Decided: Commission approved the March 23 meeting minutes
The Social Justice Commission approved the minutes from the March 23, 2026 meeting. The 2026 budget remains pending, with an estimated draft to be sent to administration. Several initiative updates were reported, including scholarship application extensions and upcoming community events.
- Approved March 23, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Noted 2026 budget is pending; draft to be sent for approval
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Social Justice Commission
REGULAR MEETING
112395-365125
Monday, April 27, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Rahway Recreation Center – Room 110
3 City Hall Plaza, Rahway, NJ 07065
ROLL CALL
WELCOME COMMISSIONERS AND GUESTS
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT
This Meeting was called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act. Notice of this meeting was sent to the Union County Local Source, Home News Tribune, and the Star Ledger. In addition, copies of the notice were posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building and filed in the Office of the City Clerk. Notices on the bulletin board have remained continuously posted. Proper notice having been given; the Board Secretary is directed to include this statement in the minutes of this meeting.
REVIEW OF PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
3/23/26
RSJC MISSION
Chair to recite Mission to inform General Public.
The RSJC works with the framework of our four Pillars: Rights – Equity – Access – Participation
FINANCIAL REPORT
Led by chair.
Finance committee to report on FY 2026 and the status of any approved, pending, or anticipated transactions.
Discuss any recurring expenses (invoices to request and orders to place: Ex. media services, printing services, refreshments for standing activities
CITY COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT
Commissioners report on any relevant news or issues from the City Council.
INITIATIVE COMMITTEES REPORT
Led by chair. Each initiative lead will update the group status and next step for each …
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MINUTES
CITY OF RAHWAY
Monday, April 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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The meeting was called to order at 7:04 PM.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT
This Meeting was called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act. Notice of this meeting was sent to the Union County Local Source, Home News Tribune, and the Star Ledger. In addition, copies of notice were posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building and filed in the Office of the City Clerk. Notices on the bulletin board have remained continuously posted. Proper notice having been given; the Board Secretary is directed to include this statement in the minutes of this meeting.
ROLL CALL
Present:Karla Alvarez, William Cooper, Brenda Caceres, Peter Kowal
MINUTES
3/23/26 – Brenda Caceres and Karla Alvarez approved.
FINANCIAL REPORT
2026 budget is still pending. The financial committee drafted an estimated 2026 FY budget to be sent to the administration office for approval.
CITY COUNCIL LIASON REPORT
N/A
INITIATIVE COMMITTEES REPORT
Scholarship update: the due date has been extended because the SJC is still waiting for RHS guidance counselors to submit seven more applications, then the selection process will begin. We will start next year’s application process in November.
SJC movie night: the next movie to be shown is Crazy Rich Asians.
Listening bench: the SJC will begin analyzing the data from the resident surveys by the end of this year.
New and pending events: Hot Rods & Harleys. Di …
Mon Apr 20, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Zoning Board to review subdivision application for 293 William St.
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a minor subdivision application for a property at 293 William St. The board will also address the appointment of conflict attorneys.
- Minor subdivision with Use “D” and Bulk “C” variances for Integrity Holdings & Development LLC at 293 William St. (Block 308 Lot 4)
- Resolution awarding professional services to James P. Nolan & Associates, LLC and Eric Lange, Esq. as Zoning Board Conflict Attorneys
- Swearing in of Ms. Kelly Cruz
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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
April 2 0 , 20 2 6
CALL TO
ORDER The Regular meeting shall be called to order at 7 :0 0 p.m.
1 City Hall Plaza
Rahway, NJ 07065
__________________________________________________
FLAG SALUTE The Board will then salute the flag.
______________________________________________________________________________
ROLL CALL On a call of the roll, the following Board Members and Officials shou ld be
present:
BOARD
Ms. Joann Gemenden, Commissioner
Mr. William Tomkiewicz, Commissioner
Mr. Timothy Antisz, Commissioner
Mr. Roy L. Smith, Commissioner
Ms. Vanessa Carillo, Commissioner
M r. Robert Parson, 1 st Alternate Commissioner
M s . Courtney Anderson-Harvey , 2 nd Alternate Commissioner
M s. Kelly Cruz , 3rd Alternate Commissioner
M r. Kyle Malcolm , 4 th Alternate Commissioner
Mr. Richard Zdan, Commissioner Vice Chairman
Mr. William Hering, Commissioner Chairman
Mr. Malcolm Thorpe , Esq, Boar d Attorney
M r. Peter Bondar , Board Engineer
Mr. Kevin O ’Brien, Board Planner
Mr. Steven Decker, Board Secretary
SWEARING IN:
- Ms. Kelly Cruz
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
MEETING
APRIL 2 0 , 20 2 6 PAGE TWO
REGULAR MEETING:
Integrity Holdings & Development LLC.
2 93 William St.
Block 308 Lot 4
Application #0 1 /2 5
Minor S ubdivision with Use “ D ” Variance and Bulk “ C ” Variance
OTHER BUSINESS:
1. Adoption of resolution awarding P rofessional S ervices to :
James P. Nolan & Associates, LLC. , Eric Lange, Esq. , and appointment as
Zoning Boar …
Wed Apr 15, 2026
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
Board will hold routine meeting covering minutes, reports, and closed session
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will approve the minutes from its March 11, 2026 meeting, hear public comments, receive police reports, and consider a resolution to hold an executive closed session. No substantive policy items are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of March 11, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
- Police reports
- Resolution approving an executive closed session (2026-01-04)
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Regular Meeting 1 of 3 ABC - City of Rahway
CITY OF RAHWAY
MUNICIPAL BOARD ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL
AGENDA
A pril 1 5 , 202 6 , at 6:30 p.m. Council Chambers
REGULAR MEETING
1. ROLL CALL -
Board Member - Matthew Dobrowolski
Board Member - Kimberly Hall
Board Member - Edward Rengifo
2. OPE N PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT-
Notice of this meeting has been sent to the official newspapers and adequate and electronic notice has been
provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act as required by law.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
March 11 , 202 6 -Regular Meeting
4. NEW BUSINESS
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6. PUBLIC COMMENT - 3 minutes per speaker
7. POLICE REPORTS
8. EXECUTIVE CLOSED SESSION
202 6 -01 -0 4 - Resolution Approving an Executive Closed Session
9. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Apr 13, 2026
Rahway City Council
✓ Decided: Council approved a contract with ACRISURE NJ Partners for 2026 insurance services
The Rahway City Council adopted Resolution AR-120-26, approving a professional services contract with ACRISURE NJ Partners Insurance Services, LLC to provide risk manager services for the 2026 Joint Insurance Fund. The motion passed with all six councilmembers present voting yes; three members were absent. The council also voted to close the public hearing portion of the meeting and then adjourned the session.
- Approved professional services contract with ACRISURE NJ Partners (yes: Eastman, Gibilisco, Miles, Mojica, Newbury, Brooks)
- Closed public hearing portion of the meeting (yes: Eastman, Gibilisco, Miles, Mojica, Newbury, Brooks)
- Adjourned the meeting (voice vote, no objection)
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1. PUBLIC NOTICE
Documents:
PUBLIC NOTICE-04-13-26-SPECIAL MEETING.PDF
2. AGENDA PACKET
Documents:
04-13-26 PUBLIC SPECIAL MEETING PACKET.PDF
3. ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS
Documents:
ADOPTED RESOLUTION.PDF
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CITY OF RAHWAY, NEW JERSEY
MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON
April 13, 2026
6:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Council President Brooks called the meeting to order at 6:37 p.m. and asked for a Roll Call.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Eastman, Gibilisco, Miles (signed-on at 6:38 PM), Mojica, Newbury,
Brooks
ABSENT: Councilmembers Brown, Montesdeoca and Parson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE and INVOCATION
Council President Brooks led the Pledge of Allegiance.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT:
City Clerk Capone read: Notice of this meeting has been sent to the official newspapers and adequate and
electronic notice has been provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act as required by law.
HEARING OF CITIZENS ON RESOLUTION OR ANY OTHER ITEM (Five minutes per
speaker)
Council President Brooks opened the floor for the Hearing of Citizens. With no one appearing, a motion
was made by Councilmember Gibilisco, seconded by Councilmember Eastman, to close the Public
Hearing portion of the meeting.
YES: Councilmembers Eastman, Gibilisco, Miles, Mojica, Newbury, Brooks
ABSENT: — Councilmembers Brown, Montesdeoca and Parson
Council President Brooks declared the motion carried.
RESOLUTION - ROLL CALL VOTE
AR-120-26 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO
ACRISURE NJ PARTNERS INSURANCE SERVICES, LLC FOR THE PROVISION OF
2026 JOINT INSURANCE FUND (JIF) RISK MANAGER SERVICES
Motion to adopt the above titled Resolution was made by Councilmember Eastman, …
Thu Apr 9, 2026
Environmental Commission
Commission will review the site plan for 280 St. Georges Ave.
The Rahway Environmental Commission will consider a site‑plan review for the property at 280 St. Georges Ave. The meeting will also include updates on the Vital Signs program, a waterway spill in Rahway, and the NJ Sustainability Application. Additional items include an Earth Day clean‑up discussion and reports from the Rahway River Watershed Association.
- Site‑plan review for 280 St. Georges Ave., Rahway
- Discussion of Earth Day Clean Up
- Update on waterway spill in Rahway
- Updates from Rahway River Watershed Association
- Review of NJ Sustainability Application
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✓ Decided: Commission approved March 12 meeting minutes and adjourned the session
The commission approved the minutes from the March 12, 2026 meeting after a motion by Commissioner Carchia and a second by Commissioner Bijlani. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion from Commissioner Antisz, seconded by Commissioner Keane. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved March 12, 2026 meeting minutes (motion by Carchia, seconded by Bijlani)
- Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Antisz, seconded by Keane)
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Rahway Environmental
Commission
AGENDA
Thursday, April 9 , 202 6
7:00 PM
This is a regular meeting of the City of Rahway Environmental Commission. Public notice of this
meeting, in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, was published in the City Newspapers,
posted on the public bulletin board in the Municipal Building, and aired on the community TV station.
Informal discussion by Commission Members will precede each item on the Agenda . Any Commission
Member wishing to comment for the record may do so after the item has been properly moved and
seconded.
Public comments on matters of environmental health or any item on the Agenda shall be called by the
Chairman prior to the communications section. Individual comment shall be limited to five minutes per
person. Citizens who desire to address the Commission with more detailed comment are asked to do so in
writing, one week in advance to allow the Commissioners to become familiar with the subject. The public
shall not be recognized at other times than those called for herein.
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CALL TO ORDER CONVENED: _ _______
A reminder that cell phones should be turned off and the meeting shall be called to order
__________________________________________
ROLL CALL
On a call of the roll, the following Commissioners and Officials should be present:
Mr. Vincent L a Rocc a , Chairman Present_____ Absent _____
M s. Clea Carchia , Commissioner Present_____ Absent _____
M r. James Keane , Com …
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Rahway Environmental
Commission
MINUTES
Thursday, April 9 , 202 6
7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7: 0 6 p.m.
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ROLL CALL
On a call of the roll, the following Commissioners and Officials were present:
Mr. Vinny LaRocca , Chairman
Ms. Clea Carchia, Commissioner
Mr. James Keane, Commissioner
Ms. Pranita Bijlani, Commissioner
Mr. Trae Perrine, Commissioner
Mr. Tim Antisz, First Alternate Commissioner
Ms. Gina Holmes, Secretary
Absent :
Ms. Fran Zafra, Commissioner
Ms. Leslie Rippon, Commissioner
Ms. Joanna Miles, Council Liaison
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FLAG SALUTE
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MINUTES
Approval of minutes of the Regular Meeting on Thursday, March 12 , 202 6
Motion: Commissioner Carchia
Seconded: Commissioner Bijlani
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SPEAKER
None
______________________________________
HEARING OF CITIZENS
Tom O ’Neill – 593 Hemlock St., Rahway, NJ 07065 – no comments
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COMMUNICATIONS
3/16/26 – correspondence from Environmental Technology, Inc. – 1900 Lower Road – application
for freshwater wetlands
3/26 – Support letter for Merchants & Drovers Tavern Museum
3/23/26 – correspondence from Mainstay Engineering Group, Inc. – 125 East Lincoln Ave. –
NJDEP Treatment works approval application for Merck
3/26/26 – Support letter for Rahway River Watershed Association
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NEW …
Mon Apr 6, 2026
Rahway City Council
City Council to consider property acquisition and capital improvements
The Rahway City Council will review documents for a property acquisition and various 2026 capital improvement projects. The agenda also includes adopted resolutions and ordinances regarding community cats, traffic violations, and a streetscape improvement bond project.
- Property acquisition at St. Marks
- 2026 Capital Improvements
- Amending Chapter 141 regarding community cats
- Amending Chapter 401 regarding traffic violations
- Streetscape Improvements (Banner Pole Project)
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✓ Decided: Council approved two bond ordinances totaling $5.25 million for city projects
The council approved the March 2, 2026 meeting minutes and accepted the March bill payments. Two bond ordinances were introduced and adopted on first reading, authorizing $2,750,000 and $2,500,000 in bonds. A consent agenda covering resolutions AR-95-26 through AR-119-26 was adopted, and Resolution AR-97-26 was passed with one abstention. The public hearing portion of the meeting was formally closed.
- Approved March 2, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted payment of March 2026 city bills (unanimous)
- Adopted Bond Ordinance O-12-26 authorizing $2,750,000 in bonds (unanimous)
- Adopted Bond Ordinance O-13-26 authorizing $2,500,000 in bonds (unanimous)
- Adopted consent‑agenda resolutions AR-95-26 through AR-119-26 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution AR-97-26 (YES: Brown, Eastman, Gibilisco, Miles, Mojica, Brooks; ABSTAIN: Newbury)
- Closed the public hearing portion of the meeting (unanimous)
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AGENDA PACKET
Documents:
04-6-26-PUBLIC MEETING PACKET.PDF
FIRST READ ORDINANCES
Documents:
O-12-26-FINANCE-PROPERTY ACQUISITION-ST. MARKS PROPERTY.PDF
O-13-26-FINANCE-VARIOUS 2026 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS.PDF
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS
Documents:
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS.PDF
ADOPTED ORDINANCES
Documents:
O-09-26-ADOPT-ADMIN-AMENDING CHAPTER 141 ANIMALS SECTION 141-25
COMMUNITY CATS.PDF
O-10-26-ADOPT-POLICE-AMENDING CHAPTER 401,VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC,
SECTION3,VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES.PDF
O-11-26-ADOPT-FINANCE-BOND-STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS (BANNER
POLE PROJECT).PDF
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CITY OF RAHWAY, NEW JERSEY
MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
April 6, 2026
7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Council President Brooks called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. and asked for a Roll Call.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Brown, Eastman, Gibilisco, Miles, Mojica, Newbury, Brooks
ABSENT: — Councilmembers Montesdeoca and Parson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE and INVOCATION
Council President Brooks led the Pledge of Allegiance. Councilmember Brown offered an Invocation.
COUNCIL STATEMENT OF MEETING DECORUM
Council President Brooks stated that the Council’s goal in this chamber is to ensure that local government
remains accessible, transparent and most importantly respectful to every resident of Rahway. To achieve
this, we rely on established rules of decorum. These are not intended to limit the public’s discourse, or
rather to protect any courage from the right of every individual to be heard. A few reasons why we observe
this are: equity of voice, we implement a five-minute time limit per speaker to ensure that no single
individual or group can dominate the floor. This allows us to hear from as many residents as possible
within a reasonable timeframe. It is a safe environment to descend. Public meetings can involve passionate
debate, which is alright, but decorum ensures that even when opinions differ sharply the environment
remains civil as children are watching. Every resident should feel that they can step up to this microphone
and speak freely without the fear of intimidation or …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $155.8M | MERCK SHARP & DOHME LLC Department of Health and Human Services · ERVEBO PROCUREMENT |
| $1.4M | ELECTRONIC MARINE SYSTEMS, INC. Department of Defense · N104C - - PM1 - J. GREENE - T-AO CLASS UPGRADE OF THE CARGO CONTROL SO |
| $533,000 | PROVISIONS UNLIMITED LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · EAST ORANGE AND LYONS VAMCS - GENERATOR SERVICE CONTRACT BASE PLUS 4 |
| $342,254 | MERCK SHARP & DOHME LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · WINREVAIR 45MG/VIAL INJ,LYPHL |
| $166,757 | ELECTRONIC MARINE SYSTEMS, INC. Department of Defense · CARGO CONSOLE GROOM AND REPAIR FOR T-AO VESSEL. |
| $147,446 | ELECTRONIC MARINE SYSTEMS, INC. Department of Defense · USNS KAISER CARGO CONSOLE SYSTEM REPAIRS |
| $142,814 | PROVISIONS UNLIMITED LLC Department of Transportation · PROVIDE SNOW REMOVAL SERVICE FOR NY ARTCC AND NY TRACON |
| $115,957 | LC ENGINEERS, INC. Department of Defense · NSN: 3040-01-193-7422 COMMODITY NAME: CYLINDER ASSEMBLY SYSTEM: PATRIO |
| $110,755 | PROVISIONS UNLIMITED LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · BOLIER CONDENSATE REPAIR SERVICES LYONS,NJ BUILDING 14 |
| $106,500 | PROVISIONS UNLIMITED LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · EMERGENCY FIRE SPRINKLER REPAIR |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Union County)
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Traffic fatalities3 (2 pedestrian · 2023)
Business establishments14,276 (208,505 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,140/mo (731 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy26.3% (low numeracy 37% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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Permitted housing units
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