Summit public meetings in 2023

Planning Board

This is a routine Planning Board meeting with no public hearings, resolutions for memorialization, or amendments to the 2024 calendar listed. The agenda includes approval of the November 27, 2023 minutes and an executive session on a request for qualifications (RFQ). No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from November 27, 2023
• Executive session on RFQ

Common Council

The provided agenda text contains only document placeholders and no specific items for discussion or decision. There are no proposed ordinances, contracts, or public hearings listed in the record.

Board of Health

The Summit Board of Health is holding a special meeting to hear public comments and give final consideration to an ordinance that would adopt a revision and codification of the city's Board of Health ordinances. The ordinance was introduced on November 27, 2023. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Ordinance 01-2023: adopting a revision and codification of Board of Health ordinances

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five variance applications for residential projects, including second-story additions, a deck replacement, and an inground pool. The board will also consider amending the Board Attorney contract, approve minutes from December 4, and discuss the calendar and an executive session on an RFQ.

• 38 Ascot Way: variance for side-yard setback for second-story addition over existing one-story structure
• 32 Edison Drive: variance to replace frame deck and stairs with larger deck and new concrete landing pad
• 45 Templar Way: maximum FAR variance for second-story addition for additional bedroom
• 77 West End Avenue: variances for side and front yard setbacks; proposed second-story addition, one-car garage, side entry mudroom, kitchen expansion, roof over front porch, rear deck
• 99 Woodland Avenue: variances for inground pool, patio/outdoor improvements, driveway reconfiguration, stormwater management

Environmental Commission

The Summit Environmental Commission will approve November meeting minutes, discuss the Community Energy Plan, receive updates on Earth Day Clean-Up, and hear reports from RAC and GreenFaith. The agenda also includes setting 2024 meeting dates, with no meetings in July and August.

• 2024 meeting dates scheduled, mostly 3rd Mondays, with exceptions noted
• Community Energy Plan discussion
• Earth Day Clean-Up updates
• RAC and GreenFaith updates
• New business

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a capital budget workshop to hear department presentations on proposed capital projects. Public comment is included. The agenda is procedural, with no specific items listed.

• Department presentations on capital budget
• Public comment period

Common Council

This agenda contains only document references and no substantive items. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature, with no specific decisions or discussions listed.

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance applications, including a major site plan for Thomas Holdings at 502 Morris & 5 Lowell. The board will also consider resolutions for memorialization and denial, approve minutes, and discuss an executive session and 2024 calendar.

• 21 Sherman Avenue: variance for rear yard setback for AC unit replacement
• 64 Blackburn Road: variance for steep slopes for porch, patio, pool
• 502 Morris & 5 Lowell: major site plan, multiple variances for parking, non-conforming use, outdoor overnight parking, illumination, hanging sign
• Resolutions for memorialization: 130 Hobart Avenue, 42 Norwood Avenue
• Resolution for denial: 3 Drum Hill Drive

Planning Board

The Summit Planning Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including amending the legal services contract, approving minutes, and memorializing a prior decision on the Bristol Myers Squibb property. The board will also consider two council-referred ordinances: one to update affordable housing regulations to comply with state law, and another to regulate wireless telecommunications in public rights-of-way. Public comments are welcome after each site presentation.

• Resolution to amend 2023 legal services contract for Planning Board Attorney
• Memorialization of PB-23-270 for Bristol Myers Squibb (Block 701, Lots 1, 92-94)
• Ordinance 23-3302: amend Chapter 35 to address Fair Housing Act, non-residential development fees, and UHAC compliance
• Ordinance 23-3303: add Section 18-13.1 for wireless telecommunications use of public rights-of-way

Board of Health

The Summit Board of Health is holding its regular meeting, which includes routine items like approving minutes, reviewing bills, and receiving reports from staff. The main substantive item is the introduction of an ordinance to adopt a revision and codification of the city's Board of Health ordinances.

• Ordinance for introduction: adopting a revision and codification of Board of Health ordinances
• Approval of minutes from September 25, 2023
• Review of bills for November 2023
• 2024 budget discussion in Health Officer's report

Environmental Commission

The Summit Environmental Commission is meeting to approve October minutes, receive updates on grants, RAC and GreenFaith activities, and discuss the Tiny Forest project. New business will also be considered. The agenda is routine with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Grant updates
• RAC and GreenFaith updates
• Tiny Forest discussion
• New business

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three applications: a major addition to Kent Place School, a residential portico at 86 Larned Road, and a multi-family dwelling at 477-479 Morris Avenue. The board will also vote on memorializing resolutions for four prior applications, grant an extension for 6 Iris Road, and consider a denial for 3 Drum Hill Drive.

• Kent Place School, 42 Norwood Ave: D variance, conditional use, C variance, site plan for arts/athletics addition
• 479 Morris LLC, 477-479 Morris Ave: preliminary/final site plan, D variance, bulk relief for parking, multi-family dwelling on Lot 4
• Emmett and Regina Daly, 86 Larned Rd: variance for building coverage for front portico over masonry stoop
• Resolution of denial: 3 Drum Hill Drive (Antonio Rivas Cortes)
• Memorialization resolutions for 10 Sherman Ave, 66 Park Ave, 145 Oak Ridge Ave, 7 Manor Hill Rd

Historic Preservation Commission

The Summit Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review eight property applications for historic preservation compliance, with deadlines of November 20 and November 27. The agenda also includes liaison updates and planning for 2024 priorities and awards.

• Property reviews due Nov 20: 502 Morris Ave, 5 Lowell Ave, 64 Blackburn Road, 21 Sherman Ave
• Property reviews due Nov 27: 77 West End Ave, 99 Woodland Ave, 38 Ascot Way, 32 Edison Dr, 45 Templar Way
• Liaison updates on 2024 priorities, HPC awards and plaques

Common Council

The Summit Common Council is holding its regular meeting on November 13, 2023. The agenda itself is procedural, with substantive items contained in the linked meeting packet.

• Meeting agenda and packet published for Nov. 13, 2023

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board will hold public hearings on four applications, including a major site plan and variance request from Kent Place School to modernize its arts and athletics facilities. The board will also consider three residential variance requests for an athletic court, a pool, and patio/landscaping work. Additionally, the board will vote on resolutions to memorialize nine previously decided applications and approve minutes from two October meetings.

• Kent Place School, 42 Norwood Avenue: D variance, conditional use, C variance, site plan for addition to modernize arts and athletics facilities
• 111 Beekman Terrace: C variance for asphalt athletic court in side yard
• 259 Summit Avenue: C variance for steep slope to construct pool and patio in rear yard
• 130 Hobart Avenue: disturbance of steep slope for patio, walkways, retaining walls, landscaping
• Resolutions for memorialization of 9 prior applications, including 126 Canoe Brook Parkway and 10 Lowell Avenue

Common Council

The Summit, NJ Common Council is holding a regular meeting on November 1, 2023. The agenda and meeting packet are available as PDF documents, but the provided text contains no specific items for discussion or decision.

Planning Board

The Summit Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a preliminary and final site plan application by BMS for 556 Morris Avenue, covering a landscape buffer, lighting, and solar canopies. The board will also receive the 2022 annual report from the Zoning Board chairman, memorialize resolutions for two school projects, and consider amending the legal services contract for the board attorney.

• Public hearing: BMS site plan for 556 Morris Avenue (BL: 701 L: 1, 92, 93, 94) for landscape buffer, lighting, and solar canopies
• 2022 annual report presentation by Zoning Board Chairman Steven Spurr
• Resolution for memorialization: PB-23-268, 272 Morris Avenue, Lawton C. Johnson Middle School
• Resolution for memorialization: PB-23-269, 125 Kent Place Boulevard, Summit High School
• Resolution to amend 2023 legal services agreement for Planning Board attorney

Common Council

This is the agenda for the October 17, 2023 Common Council meeting. The packet includes the meeting agenda and supporting documents, but no specific action items are listed in the text provided.

Environmental Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Summit, NJ Environmental Commission meeting on October 16, 2023. The only listed item is the agenda itself, with no substantive topics or decisions specified.

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five variance applications for residential properties, covering patios, a pool ramp, a home expansion, a sunroom addition, and lot coverage. The board will also consider a resolution for a previous application and approve meeting minutes.

• 66 Park Avenue: variance for rear and side setbacks for stone paver patio
• 145 Oak Ridge Avenue: variance for handicap ramp and pavers for pool access
• 3 Drum Hill Drive: variances for lot/building coverage, FAR, front yards for expansion
• 7 Manor Hill Road: combined side yard setback and FAR variance for sunroom and bedroom
• 10 Sherman Avenue: variance for lot coverage

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board is holding a special meeting with one public hearing: Kent Place School's application for variances and site plan approval to build an addition modernizing its arts and athletics facilities at 42 Norwood Avenue. The board will hear the application and take public comments; no resolutions or minutes are scheduled for approval.

• Public hearing on Kent Place School application ZB-23-2192 for (D) variance, conditional use, (C) variance, and site plan
• Proposed addition to modernize arts and athletics facilities at 42 Norwood Avenue (Block 1901, Lot 1)

Common Council

The Summit Common Council is holding a regular meeting on October 3, 2023. The agenda includes only the agenda document and the agenda packet, with no specific items listed. This appears to be a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed in the provided text.

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five variance applications for residential properties, covering lot coverage, setbacks, and floor area ratio. The board will also approve minutes from two prior meetings. No resolutions for memorialization are scheduled.

• 10 Sherman Avenue: variance for lot coverage
• 133 Beekman Road: side-yard setback variance for deck, patio, driveway
• 10 Lowell Avenue: C and D variances for additions and deck replacement
• 20 Evergreen Road: front yard setback variance for two-story addition
• 126 Canoe Brook Parkway: C and D variances for FAR and rear yard setback

Planning Board

The Summit Planning Board will hold public hearings on proposed two-story additions and alterations to Lawton C. Johnson Middle School and Summit High School. The board will also consider a council referral for an ordinance to repeal the Broad Street West Redevelopment Plan, along with routine approvals of minutes and resolutions.

• Public hearing: Lawton C. Johnson Middle School, 272 Morris Avenue, PB-23-268, proposed 2-story addition and alterations
• Public hearing: Summit High School, 125 Kent Place Boulevard, PB-23-269, proposed 2-story addition and alterations
• Council referral: Ordinance No. 23-3291 repealing the Broad Street West Redevelopment Plan (Ordinance No. 19-3188)
• Resolution for memorialization: PB-23-266, 86 Morris Avenue (multiple blocks/lots)
• Resolution for extension: PB-22-263, Edgemont Avenue (multiple lots)

Board of Health

The Summit Board of Health is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, review bills, and receive reports from the environmental health specialist, nurse, and health officer. Old business includes an update on codification. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 22, 2023
• Review of bills for September 2023
• Environmental Health Specialist Reports
• Nurse's Reports
• Codification update under old business

Common Council

This is a procedural agenda for the September 19, 2023 Common Council meeting. The only listed items are the agenda and the meeting packet, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed. The meeting appears to be routine, with substantive items likely contained in the packet.

• Agenda for September 19, 2023 meeting
• Meeting packet for September 19, 2023

Environmental Commission

The Summit Environmental Commission is meeting to approve June meeting minutes and discuss updates on the Tiny Forest project, RAC and GreenFaith initiatives, and grant statuses. The agenda also includes a period for new business. This is a routine working meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of June meeting minutes
• Tiny Forest project update
• RAC and GreenFaith updates
• Grant updates

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on six variance applications, including a major proposal by Kent Place School to modernize its arts and athletics facilities. Other items involve residential additions and renovations requiring variances for setbacks, lot coverage, and other zoning rules. The board will also approve minutes from the September 6 meeting; no resolutions are scheduled for memorialization.

• Kent Place School, 42 Norwood Avenue, variance and site plan for arts and athletics addition
• Abdallah and Zena Simaika, 47 Hawthorne Place, variances for garage addition, driveway, patio
• Alexandra and Peter McPartland, 116 Rotary Drive, variances for side yard setback, one-story addition
• Joshua Meredith and Lauren Katz, 38 Harvey Drive, variances for second floor addition, deck, patio
• Craig and Margaret Kovera, 10 Midland Terrace, variances for building coverage and side yard setback

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding a special meeting to consider an amended application from Design, Build, Management, INC for the property at 90 Ashwood Avenue. The applicant now proposes to subdivide the property into three lots and build a single-family home on each. This is a public hearing where residents can comment after the presentation.

• Public hearing on amended application ZB-23-2191 for 90 Ashwood Avenue (Block 4301, Lot 26)
• Proposal to subdivide property into three lots and construct three single-family homes
• Meeting held at Council Chambers, 512 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ

Historic Preservation Commission

The Summit Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review three advisory applications for properties at 126 Canoe Brook Pkwy, 10 Sherman Ave, and 133 Beekman Rd, due September 25. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from June 14 and liaison updates. No final decisions are expected; these are advisory reviews.

• Advisory review: 126 Canoe Brook Pkwy
• Advisory review: 10 Sherman Ave
• Advisory review: 133 Beekman Rd
• Review of minutes from 6/14/23
• Liaison updates from HPC Awards and Planning Board

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on Kent Place School's application for variances and site plan approval to add to its arts and athletics facilities at 42 Norwood Avenue. The board will also memorialize resolutions for four prior applications and approve minutes from the August 7, 2023 meeting.

• Kent Place School, 42 Norwood Avenue, ZB-23-2192: variance, conditional use, and site plan for arts and athletics addition
• 79-105 New England Avenue, New England Summit Associates, ZB-22-2153-2: resolution for memorialization
• 9 Crest Acre Court, Michael and Katelyn Luke, ZB-23-2194: resolution for memorialization
• 75 Tulip Street, Anthony and Erika Papeo, ZB-22-2173: resolution for memorialization
• 6 Hillcrest Avenue, John C. Hensel, ZB-23-2193: resolution for memorialization

The Board carried the application for arts and athletics facility additions at Kent Place School to a future meeting. The Board also memorialized resolutions for four separate properties and approved the August 7, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Carried Kent Place School application (42 Norwood Avenue) to September 18, 2023 (7-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 79-105 New England Avenue (7-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 9 Crest Acre Court (5-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 75 Tulip Street (7-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 6 Hillcrest Avenue (6-0)
• Approved August 7, 2023, meeting minutes (Voice vote)

Common Council

This is the agenda for the September 5, 2023 Common Council meeting. The agenda and packet are provided as PDF documents, but the specific items for discussion or decision are not listed in the text provided. The meeting appears to be a standard procedural session.

The Common Council unanimously introduced an ordinance to repeal the Broad Street West Redevelopment Plan and revert properties to previous zoning. The Council also introduced several parking and fee amendments and approved various administrative resolutions.

• Introduced ordinance to repeal Broad Street West Redevelopment Plan (Unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to amend Department of Community Services fees (Unanimous)
• Introduced Comcast cable franchise renewal ordinance (Unanimous)
• Introduced overnight parking changes for Beauvoir Ave and Beauvoir Pl (Unanimous)
• Introduced parking time limit changes for Walnut St, Maple, and Euclid (Unanimous)
• Appointed Councilmember Minegar as 2023 President Pro Tempore (Unanimous)
• Approved liquor license transfer from OS Wine, LLC to SM Wine Rack, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 10 AED units from Summit Board of Education for $1.00 (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The City of Summit Planning Board meeting scheduled for August 21, 2023, at 7:30 pm has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. This notice contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for August 21, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for September 26, 2023

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board will hold public hearings on four applications, including an amended proposal to subdivide 90 Ashwood Avenue into three lots with a new single-family home on each. Other hearings involve accessibility improvements, home expansions, and driveway/patio changes. The board will also vote on memorializing two prior decisions and extending one prior approval.

• 90 Ashwood Avenue: amended application to subdivide into three lots and build three single-family homes (carried from 7/17/23)
• 79-105 New England Avenue: amended application to enhance clubhouse accessibility
• 3 Drum Hill Drive: variances for lot/building coverage and FAR for home expansion with new driveway
• 9 Crest Acre Court: variance for deck replacement and expanded paved driveway
• Resolutions for memorialization: 252 Kent Place Blvd and 185 Oak Ridge Ave

The Board approved variance requests for a clubhouse accessibility project and a residential deck and driveway expansion. Two other residential applications were carried to future dates. The Board also memorialized several resolutions and the July 17, 2023, minutes.

• Approved ADA accessibility ramps at 79-105 New England Avenue (7-0)
• Approved deck, staircase, and driveway replacement at 9 Crest Acre Court with stormwater conditions (7-0)
• Carried application for 3 Drum Hill Drive to October 16, 2023, for revised driveway plans (7-0)
• Carried application for 90 Ashwood Avenue to September 13, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved resolution for 252 Kent Place Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved resolution for 185 Oak Ridge Avenue (5-0)
• Approved resolution of extension for 17 Baltusrol Road (6-0)
• Approved July 17, 2023, meeting minutes (Voice vote)

Planning Board

The Summit Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposal by Summit East Corporate Property, LLC to amend a GDP and obtain preliminary and final site plan approval for 86 Morris Avenue, which includes demolishing the alphabet buildings for new outdoor space. The board will also memorialize resolutions for two prior applications and consider a time extension for filing subdivision deeds.

• Public hearing: Summit East Corporate Property, LLC, 86 Morris Avenue, GDP amendment, preliminary and final site plan, demolish alphabet buildings for outdoor space
• Resolution: PB-23-267, 39 Beechwood Road, Summit Sport and Spine
• Resolution: PB-23-265, 556 Morris Avenue, Bristol Myers Squibb
• Resolution to extend time: PB-21-159, Vassa Real Estate, LLC, BL: 2802 L: 15

The Planning Board approved a proposal for Summit East Corporate Property, LLC to amend the General Development Plan and approve site plans for 86 Morris Avenue. The project includes demolishing existing buildings to create new outdoor space and a new structure called Building L. The board also granted a time extension for a project at 2 High Street.

• Approved GDP amendment and site plan for 86 Morris Avenue (9-0)
• Granted time extension to October 5, 2023, for 2 High Street (9-0)
• Approved resolution for 39 Beechwood Road (8-0)
• Approved resolution for 556 Morris Avenue (7-0)
• Approved May 22, 2023, minutes with amendments (Voice vote)
• Approved June 26, 2023, minutes (Voice vote)

Common Council

The Summit Common Council is holding its regular meeting on July 18, 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main items being the approval of the agenda and the meeting packet. No specific policy decisions, ordinances, or public hearings are listed in the provided text.

• Approval of the July 18, 2023 meeting agenda
• Review of the July 18, 2023 agenda packet

The Common Council approved several capital project bids, including a pump station switchgear replacement and road improvements. The council also authorized the naming of the Gould Dog Park and approved various grants and budget amendments.

• Approved naming of 'Gould Dog Park' at Summit Municipal Transfer Station
• Awarded $998,412.00 bid for Constantine Pump Station Switchgear Replacement
• Awarded $254,349.00 bid for Oak Knoll Road Improvement Project
• Approved $147,948.47 for new Fire Headquarters furniture
• Authorized agreement with SHS Twelfth Man Inc. for internet at Investor’s Bank Field
• Approved payment of bills and payroll totaling $2,534,260.48
• Authorized 2023 Greening Union County Grant application
• Approved 2023 Union County Kids Recreation Trust Fund Grant application

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two applications: a certificate of non-conforming use for 6 Hillcrest Avenue and an amended application to subdivide 90 Ashwood Avenue into three lots with a new single-family home on each. The board will also memorialize resolutions for eight prior applications, grant an extension for one, and approve minutes from the July 6 meeting.

• Public hearing: Certificate of non-conforming use, 6 Hillcrest Avenue (ZB-23-2193)
• Public hearing: Amended application to subdivide 90 Ashwood Avenue into three lots and build three single-family homes (ZB-23-2191)
• Resolutions for memorialization for 8 properties including 19 Oak Ridge Avenue, 22 Beverly Road, 22 Dogwood Drive, 610 Springfield Avenue, 246 Summit Avenue, 19 Manor Hill Road, 28 Druid Hill Road, 58 Dale Drive
• Resolution for extension: 29 Fairview Avenue (ZB-22-2139)
• Minutes for approval: July 6, 2023

The Board approved a certificate of non-conforming use for a carriage house at 6 Hillcrest Avenue. An application for 90 Ashwood Avenue was carried to a future meeting. The Board also memorialized several resolutions and the July 6, 2023, minutes.

• Approved certificate of non-conforming use for 6 Hillcrest Avenue (7-0)
• Approved request to carry 90 Ashwood Avenue application to August 7, 2023 (6-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 19 Oak Ridge Avenue (4-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 22 Beverly Road (3-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 22 Dogwood Drive (4-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 610 Springfield Avenue (4-0)
• Memorialized resolutions for 246 Summit Avenue, 19 Manor Hill Road, 28 Druid Hill Road, and 58 Dale Drive (3-0 each)
• Approved resolution of extension for 29 Fairview Avenue (6-0)

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding public hearings on three variance applications for residential properties. One application was carried to a future meeting, while the other two are being considered for the first time. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• 10 Lowell Avenue: variances for building coverage and FAR for a first-floor addition and second-floor bedroom addition (carried to October 2, 2023)
• 252 Kent Place Boulevard: variance to relocate a garage
• 185 Oak Ridge Avenue: variances for building height, stories, and FAR for a rear addition
• Minutes for approval from June 21, 2023 meeting

The Board approved two variance applications for home additions and a garage relocation. One application was carried to a future date due to defective noticing.

• Approved variances for rear addition, family room, and basement at 185 Oak Ridge Avenue (6-0)
• Approved variance to relocate garage at 252 Kent Place Boulevard (5-1)
• Carried application for 10 Lowell Avenue to October 2 due to defective noticing
• Approved June 21, 2023 minutes (Voice vote)

Common Council

The Summit Common Council is holding its regular meeting on July 5, 2023. The agenda and full agenda packet are available as PDF documents. No specific items are listed in the provided text, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the details are contained in the packet.

• July 5, 2023 Council Meeting Agenda
• July 5, 2023 Council Meeting Agenda Packet

The Common Council unanimously voted to end a conditional designation and escrow agreement with developers L&M Development Partners and Toll Brothers. The council also approved a daily parking rate increase for the Park & Rail Lot and authorized several fire department expenditures.

• Terminated redevelopment agreement with Broad Street West Managers 1 LLC (Unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance to increase daily parking rate in Lot #14 Park & Rail Lot (Unanimous)
• Approved redirection of Union County Infrastructure Grant to Hobart Avenue Sidewalk project (5-0)
• Authorized $120,462.30 for New Fire Headquarters architectural design services
• Authorized revised Fire Engine lease/purchase agreement for $740,000 plus lease costs
• Approved $3,115,660.45 for bills and payroll
• Authorized bid advertisement for Division Avenue Improvement Project
• Appointed Acting City Administrator

Planning Board

The Summit Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposal by Summit East Corporate Property, LLC for a GDP amendment and preliminary/final site plan approval at 86 Morris Avenue, which includes demolishing the alphabet buildings for new outdoor space. The board will also vote to memorialize resolutions for two prior applications: Summit Sport and Spine at 39 Beechwood Road and Bristol Myers Squibb at 556 Morris Avenue. Minutes from the May 22 meeting will be approved.

• Public hearing: PB-23-266, 86 Morris Ave, GDP amendment and site plan, demolition of alphabet buildings
• Resolution: PB-23-267, 39 Beechwood Road, Summit Sport and Spine
• Resolution: PB-23-265, 556 Morris Avenue, Bristol Myers Squibb
• Minutes approval for May 22, 2023 meeting

The Planning Board carried the application for 86 Morris Avenue to the July 24, 2023, meeting due to a power outage at City Hall. All other agenda items were also carried to July 24, 2023.

• Carried application for 86 Morris Avenue to July 24, 2023 (unanimous voice vote)
• Carried all other agenda items to July 24, 2023

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four variance applications for residential properties, covering a raised deck, a patio setback, and two home additions. The board will also vote on memorializing resolutions for three previously decided cases and approve minutes from the June 5 meeting.

• 246 Summit Avenue: variance for a raised deck (ZB-23-2186)
• 58 Dale Drive: variance for rear yard accessory patio side yard setback (ZB-23-2185)
• 19 Manor Hill Road: variance for FAR, with kitchen and bathroom additions (ZB-23-2187)
• 28 Druid Hill: variances for side yard combined and FAR for rear and second floor addition (ZB-22-2175)
• Resolutions for memorialization: 7 Linda Lane, 104 Woodland Avenue, 709 Springfield Avenue

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved four applications for residential additions, decks, and patios. The board also memorialized minutes from June 5, 2023, and approved three property resolutions.

• Approved variance for raised deck and driveway realignment at 246 Summit Avenue (7-0)
• Approved variance for rear yard accessory patio setback at 58 Dale Drive (7-0)
• Approved variance for FAR for first and second floor additions at 19 Manor Hill Road (7-0)
• Approved variances for side yard combined and FAR for additions at 28 Druid Hill Road (7-0)
• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (Voice vote)
• Approved resolution for 7 Linda Lane (5-0)
• Approved resolution for 104 Woodland Avenue (5-0)
• Approved resolution for 709 Springfield Avenue (5-0)

Common Council

This agenda contains only procedural items: the posting of the meeting agenda and the agenda packet. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting agenda posted
• Agenda packet posted

The Council unanimously adopted ordinances to establish 2023 employee salaries and authorize bond funding for various city and sewer utility improvements. They also approved a weight limit for the High Street Bridge and amendments to charitable solicitation licensing. A proposal to increase daily parking rates at Rail Park & Ride Lot #14 was introduced for further consideration.

• Adopted 2023 salaries for union and non-union employees (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,991,000 bond ordinance for various city improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,235,000 bond ordinance for sewer utility improvements (Unanimous)
• Adopted weight limit ordinance for High Street Bridge (Unanimous)
• Adopted amendment to charitable solicitation licensing (Unanimous)
• Introduced increase to daily parking rates at Rail Park & Ride, Lot #14 (Unanimous)
• Approved issuance of Bond Anticipation Notes not exceeding $1,457,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $23,500,000 School Bonds of 2023 (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission reviewed five property applications for compliance with design guidelines. Four projects received no objections or recommendations for matching materials, while one project was flagged for non-compliance with the Development Regulations Ordinance.

• 86 Morris Ave.: No comment
• 252 Kent Place Blvd.: No concerns; recommended materials match main home
• 3 Drum Hill Dr.: Recommended new design due to non-compliance with Design Guidelines
• 185 Oak Ridge Ave.: No objections or concerns
• 10 Lowell Ave.: No objections

Environmental Commission

The Summit Environmental Commission is holding its regular June meeting to approve May minutes and receive updates on the Tiny Forest project, RAC and GreenFaith activities, and grant statuses. The agenda is largely procedural, with time for new business at the end.

• Approval of May meeting minutes
• Tiny Forest update
• RAC and GreenFaith updates
• Grant updates
• New business discussion

The commission approved the May meeting minutes. Members reported receiving $2,000 from Sustainable Jersey for green team expenses and $1,500 from ANJEC for Butterfly Garden fencing and signage.

• Approved May minutes

Common Council

This is the agenda for the June 7, 2023 Common Council meeting. The agenda includes only the agenda document and the agenda packet; no specific items are listed in the provided text.

The Common Council unanimously adopted five ordinances to modify parking regulations, increase non-resident fees, and raise certain permit rates. The council also introduced two new ordinances regarding 2023 employee salaries and a $1.991 million bond appropriation.

• Approved resident commuter parking in Post Office Lot (Unanimous)
• Approved Broad Street Garage and East Lot changes, including higher non-resident fees and a reservation platform (Unanimous)
• Approved parking time limit changes on Morris Avenue between Elm and Maple for pre-paid employee parking (Unanimous)
• Approved increased parking rates for 3, 5, and 12 hours of parking (Unanimous)
• Approved increased bagged meter and dumpster permit fees (Unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to establish 2023 salaries for union and non-union employees (Unanimous)
• Introduced bond ordinance appropriating $1,991,000 for various city improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 16, 2023 meetings (Unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five applications, mostly for variances related to home additions, decks, and setbacks. The board will also consider resolutions for memorialization and extension, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• 75 Tulip Street: addition to rear and right rear of home (first, second floors, basement)
• 22 Dogwood Drive: variances for front and combined yard setbacks; kitchen/family room renovation, second-floor addition
• 19 Oak Ridge Avenue: side yard variance for second-story addition
• 22 Beverly Road: building coverage variance for raised deck and stairs
• 610 Springfield Avenue: side-yard setback variance for new deck

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved five applications for residential decks and home additions. The Board also memorialized a resolution of denial for one property and a resolution of extension for another.

• Approved building coverage variance for deck at 22 Beverly Road (6-0)
• Approved front yard setback variance for deck at 610 Springfield Avenue (7-0)
• Approved variance for home and basement additions at 75 Tulip Street (7-0)
• Approved front and combined yard setback variances at 22 Dogwood Drive (7-0)
• Approved side yard setback variance for second story addition at 19 Oak Ridge Avenue (7-0)
• Memorialized resolution of denial for 14 Franklin Place (5-0)
• Memorialized resolution of extension for 129 Whittredge (4-1)
• Approved meeting minutes from June 5, 2023 (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved a resolution supporting legislation to reinstate public health priority funding in New Jersey. The board also approved the January 2023 minutes and May 2023 bills. Proposed changes to the city code regarding penalties and fees were discussed for future review.

• Approved Resolution 01-2023 in support of NJ Public Health Priority Funding (Unanimous)
• Approved May 2023 bill list totaling $24,176.19 (5-0)
• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a parking variance for a chiropractic practice and a site plan for a bridge and lounge at the Bristol Myers Squibb campus. Both approvals were conditioned on compliance with administrative review memorandums.

• Approved site plan and parking variance for 39 Beechwood Road (9-0)
• Approved preliminary and final site plan and GDP extension through June 2025 for Bristol Myers Squibb at 556 Morris Avenue (9-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Summit Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review six property applications for advisory review, along with previously submitted items. The agenda also includes updates from liaisons and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Advisory review of 19 Oak Ridge
• Advisory review of 610 Springfield Ave
• Advisory review of 22 Dogwood Drive
• Advisory review of 58 Dale Drive
• Advisory review of 19 Manor Hill Road and 246 Summit Ave

The Commission reviewed and raised no objections to renovation requests for nine properties. Members also discussed a proposed HPC ordinance and the potential transition from an advisory to a decision-making body.

• Approved minutes from 4/26/2023
• No objections for 556 Morris Ave
• No objections for 42 Norwood
• No objections for 22 Beverly Road
• No objections for 19 Oak Ridge
• Recommended 610 Springfield Ave porch details match historic front porch design
• No objections for 22 Dogwood Drive
• No comment for 58 Dale Drive, 19 Manor Hill Road, and 246 Summit Ave

Common Council

The Common Council unanimously approved the 2023 Municipal Operating, Sewer Utility, Parking Utility, and Special Improvement District budgets. Several ordinances regarding parking fees and regulations were introduced for first reading. The council also approved a series of administrative resolutions via consent agenda.

• Approved 2023 Municipal Operating, Sewer Utility, and Parking Utility budgets (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Special Improvement District Budget (Unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to provide resident commuter parking in Post Office Lot (Unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to increase non-resident fees and establish reservation platform for Broad Street Garage and East Lot (Unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to change parking time limits on Morris Avenue for pre-paid employee parking (Unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to increase parking rates for 3, 5, and 12 hours (Unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to increase bagged meter and dumpster permit fees (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Liquor License renewal for Elks Club of Summit Lodge #1246 (4-0)

Environmental Commission

The Summit Environmental Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve April minutes and discuss environmental updates. The agenda includes a presentation on the Tiny Forest project, updates from RAC and GreenFaith, and a review of grant status. No specific votes, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of April meeting minutes
• Discussion of the Tiny Forest project
• Updates from RAC and GreenFaith
• Review of grant updates

The commission approved the April meeting minutes and reported receiving a $1,500 ANJEC Open Spaces grant for the Butterfly Garden. Members discussed the results of the Earth Day Clean-Up and provided updates on reforestation and recycling efforts.

• Approved April minutes

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board will hold public hearings on three applications: a two-story home addition at 104 Woodland Avenue, a master bedroom suite over a garage at 7 Linda Lane, and a major site plan revision for 709 Springfield Avenue carried from March. No resolutions for memorialization are listed, and minutes from May 1 will be approved.

• 104 Woodland Avenue: variance for bulk to build two-story rear addition (kitchen, living area, primary bedroom suite)
• 7 Linda Lane: variances for bulk, FAR, and front yard setback for master suite over garage and driveway enlargement
• 709 Springfield Avenue: major site plan with FAR, building coverage, lot coverage, steep slope revisions (carried from March 6)

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved variance requests for two home additions and a major site plan for a property on Springfield Avenue. One request to widen a driveway was removed from an application as part of the approval process.

• Approved variance for two-story addition at 104 Woodland Avenue (7-0)
• Approved variance for master bedroom suite at 7 Linda Lane; driveway widening removed from proposal (7-0)
• Approved major site plan for 709 Springfield Avenue with conditions on parking and basement use (7-0)
• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (Voice vote)

Common Council

This is a procedural agenda for the May 2, 2023 Common Council meeting. The agenda packet and agenda-only documents are provided, but no specific items are listed in the text.

The Common Council approved a $95,419 bid for the Hobart Avenue Sidewalk Project by a 4-1 vote, with one recusal. The meeting also included updates on the firehouse construction, a temporary pedestrian mall on Maple Street, and presentations from NJ American Water. Public comments raised concerns about the sidewalk project's crosswalk location and safety issues.

• Approved $95,419 Hobart Avenue Sidewalk Project (4-1, Levine recused)
• Approved emergency temporary appropriations for municipal operating budget (unanimous)
• Approved transfer appointment of Municipal Humane Law Enforcement Officer (unanimous)
• Approved $28,065.11/year lease/purchase of two police vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to personnel policy on hours of work, absenteeism, and tardiness (unanimous)
• Approved sanitary sewer easement agreement at 15 Butler Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved submission of NJDEP Stormwater Assistance Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Arbor Day Festivities (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application by Splendida Homes LLC for minor site plan approval, building coverage and lot coverage variances, and steep slope disturbance at 14 Franklin Place. The board will also memorialize a resolution for 475 Springfield Avenue and approve the minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing: Splendida Homes LLC, 14 Franklin Place, minor site plan, building coverage D1 variance, lot coverage C variance, steep slope disturbance (ZB-22-2170)
• Resolution for memorialization: 475 Springfield Avenue, MRY 475, LLC (ZB-23-2178)
• Minutes for approval: April 17, 2023

The Board denied an application by Sharon Kou, LLC to build two two-family dwellings at 14 Franklin Place. The Board also memorialized a resolution for 475 Springfield Avenue and approved the minutes from April 17, 2023.

• Denied application ZB-22-2170 for two two-family homes at 14 Franklin Place (7-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 475 Springfield Avenue, ZB-23-2178 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from April 17, 2023 (Voice vote)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission provided advisory findings for two residential renovation projects. The board also discussed the impact of a pending ordinance on city staff and a historic plaque application for 85 Kent Place Blvd.

• Approved minutes from 3/15/23
• Issued advisory findings for 104 Woodland Avenue addition and renovation
• Issued advisory findings for 7 Linda Lane renovations

Planning Board

The City of Summit Planning Board meeting scheduled for April 24, 2023, at 7:30 PM has been cancelled due to lack of applications and business. The next scheduled meeting will be held on May 22, 2023.

• April 24, 2023 Planning Board meeting cancelled
• Cancellation due to lack of applications and business
• Next meeting scheduled for May 22, 2023

Common Council

The Summit, NJ Common Council is holding its regular meeting on April 18, 2023. The agenda is available as a standalone document and as part of a larger packet. The provided text lists only the agenda documents, not the specific items to be discussed or decided.

• Meeting date: April 18, 2023
• Agenda-only document available
• Full agenda packet available

The Common Council unanimously adopted an ordinance updating the city's floodplain management regulations. The council also introduced the 2023 municipal, parking, and sewer operating budgets and approved membership in the Union County Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Services and Continuum of Care Committee.

• Adopted new Floodplain Management Regulations (unanimous)
• Approved introduction of 2023 Municipal, Parking and Sewer Operating Budgets (unanimous)
• Approved introduction of 2023 Special Improvement District Budget (unanimous)
• Approved membership in Union County Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Services and Continuum of Care Committee (5-2)
• Awarded $534,122.30 bid for Rowan Road and Oak Ridge Avenue Improvement Project (unanimous)
• Approved $1,671,229.57 for bills and payroll (unanimous)
• Pulled Hobart Avenue Sidewalk Project bid
• Approved $7,637.22 change order for Butler Parkway Improvement Project (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Summit Environmental Commission is meeting to approve March minutes and discuss several environmental initiatives. They will plan the Earth Day clean-up, review the Tiny Forest project, get updates from the RAC and GreenFaith, and consider grant applications. The agenda is routine and includes no major decisions or public hearings.

• Earth Day Clean-Up planning
• Tiny Forest project update
• RAC and GreenFaith updates
• Grant applications discussion
• Approval of March meeting minutes

The Commission approved the March meeting minutes and decided to send a letter regarding the Keasbey natural gas power plant in Woodbridge. Members also coordinated upcoming Earth Day and Arbor Day events and reviewed recycling and reforestation updates.

• Approved March minutes
• Decided to send draft letter regarding Keasbey natural gas power plant

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application by Design, Build and Management, Inc. for a minor subdivision and variances to construct two new two-family dwellings at 90 Ashwood Avenue. The board will also vote on resolutions for three previously heard applications and approve minutes from the April 3 meeting. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the 2022 annual report.

• Public hearing: 90 Ashwood Avenue — minor subdivision and variances for two two-family dwellings (ZB-22-2152)
• Resolution: 31 Montrose Avenue — Cristian and Aurelia Massacesi (ZB-22-2164)
• Resolution: 38 Morris Avenue — VIP Puppy Spa/BZ Paws, LLC (ZB-17-1886-2)
• Resolution: 6 Westminster Road — Simon and Ioanna Lindenmann (ZB-22-2176)
• Executive session: Annual Report, 2022

The Board heard an application for a minor subdivision to build two two-family dwellings at 90 Ashwood Avenue but adjourned the matter to allow the applicant to consider community feedback. The Board also memorialized three resolutions and adopted the 2022 Annual Report.

• Adjourned application ZB-22-2152 (90 Ashwood Avenue) to July 17, 2023 (7-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 31 Montrose, ZB-22-2164 (5-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 38 Morris Turnpike, ZB-17-1886-2 (6-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 6 Westminster Road, ZB-22-2176 (6-0)
• Approved April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (Voice vote)
• Approved 2022 Annual Report (7-0)

Common Council

This is a procedural agenda for the April 4, 2023 Common Council meeting, listing only the agenda and agenda packet documents. No specific items for decision or discussion are detailed in the provided text.

• Agenda for April 4, 2023 meeting
• Agenda packet for April 4, 2023 meeting

The Common Council unanimously adopted ordinances to establish a municipal budget cap bank and add Juneteenth as a parking holiday. The council also awarded a $515,469.35 contract for the Prospect Street Improvement Project and introduced new floodplain management regulations.

• Adopted ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank (Unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance adding Juneteenth as a parking holiday (Unanimous)
• Introduced new floodplain management regulations for first reading (Unanimous)
• Awarded $515,469.35 bid for Prospect Street Improvement Project
• Approved annual sidewalk use license for All My Friends, LLC (Bar Bacoa and Summit House Restaurant)
• Appointed one new police officer
• Authorized payment of bills and payroll totaling $3,121,146.73 (6-1)
• Authorized accrued time payouts for one fire and two police department employees

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two applications for variances. The first is for a rear and right addition to a home at 75 Tulip Street. The second is for the renovation and expansion of a building at 475 Springfield Avenue. The board will also memorialize a previous decision regarding 64 Canoe Brook Parkway and approve the minutes from March 20, 2023.

• ZB-22-2173: (C) variance for addition to rear and right of home at 75 Tulip Street
• ZB-22-2165: (C) variance for bulk and (D) variance for FAR for renovation/expansion at 475 Springfield Avenue
• Resolution for memorization of ZB-22-2172 at 64 Canoe Brook Parkway
• Approval of minutes from March 20, 2023

The Board approved a variance for the renovation and expansion of 475 Springfield Avenue subject to several conditions. One application for a home addition was postponed, and a previous resolution for 64 Canoe Brook Parkway was memorialized.

• Approved variance for renovation and expansion of 475 Springfield Avenue (7-0)
• Approved request to carry application ZB-22-2173 (75 Tulip Street) to June 5, 2023 (7-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 64 Canoe Brook Parkway (4-0)
• Approved minutes from March 20, 2023 (Voice vote)

Planning Board

The City of Summit Planning Board meeting scheduled for March 27, 2023 at 7:30 PM has been cancelled due to lack of applications and business. The next scheduled meeting will be held on April 24, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of applications and business
• Next meeting scheduled for April 24, 2023

Common Council

The Summit Common Council is holding its regular meeting on March 21, 2023. The agenda packet and agenda are available as PDF documents, but no specific items are listed in the provided text.

The Common Council adopted an ordinance to establish a 4-way stop at Prospect Street and Blackburn Road. They also introduced ordinances to establish a budget cap bank and add a Juneteenth parking holiday.

• Adopted 4-way stop at Prospect Street and Blackburn Road (5-2)
• Introduced ordinance to establish municipal budget cap bank (Unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to add Juneteenth parking holiday (Unanimous)
• Approved $64,125 purchase for Fire Headquarters IT and alerting systems
• Awarded $462,810.50 bid for Wildwood Lane and OxBow Lane improvement project
• Approved $2,009,881.74 for bills and payroll
• Approved emergency temporary appropriations for Municipal Operating Budget

Environmental Commission

The Summit Environmental Commission is meeting to approve February minutes, plan the Earth Day Clean-Up, and discuss the Tiny Forest project. They will also receive updates from RAC and GreenFaith and discuss a Community Energy Plan Grant.

• Earth Day Clean-Up Planning
• Tiny Forest discussion
• RAC and GreenFaith Updates
• Community Energy Plan Grant

The Commission approved the February meeting minutes and scheduled the Earth Day Clean-Up for April 22. Members discussed food waste recycling data, upcoming grant applications for the Butterfly Garden, and various community sustainability events.

• Approved February meeting minutes

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four variance applications, including a side-yard setback for a rebuilt landing and stairs, a floor-area-ratio variance for a home addition, multiple variances for a rear addition and garage expansion, and an amended site plan for VIP Puppy Spa. The board will also memorialize resolutions for three prior cases, approve minutes from March 6, and enter executive session to review the 2022 annual report and discuss Beacon Unitarian Church.

• 6 Westminster Road: variance for side-yard setback to rebuild landing and stairs
• 28 Druid Hill Road: variance for FAR for rear and second floor addition
• 31 Montrose Avenue: variances for rear-yard setback, accessory setback, building coverage; rear addition, patio expansion, garage expansion, new vestibule
• 38 Morris Turnpike (VIP Puppy Spa/BZ Paws, LLC): amended site plan; side-yard setback for walkway, platform, stairs, AC units, fence, revised rear façade
• Resolutions for memorialization: 46 Hartley Road, 47 Parkview Terrace, 26 Edgewood Road

The Board approved variance requests for residential work at 6 Westminster and 31 Montrose, and a site plan amendment for VIP Puppy Spa. One application for 28 Druid Hill Road was carried to a later date. The Board also memorialized three separate resolutions and the March 6, 2023, minutes.

• Approved variance for landing, stairs, and generator at 6 Westminster (8-0)
• Approved variance for additions and patio at 31 Montrose with drainage conditions (6-1)
• Approved amended site plan and variances for VIP Puppy Spa at 38 Morris Avenue (7-0)
• Carried application for 28 Druid Hill Road to June 21, 2023 (7-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 46 Hartley Road (4-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 47 Parkview Terrace (3-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 26 Edgewood Avenue (4-0)
• Approved March 6, 2023, meeting minutes (Voice vote, all in favor)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission issued advisory reviews for two properties, suggesting changes to ensure alignment with historic guidelines. The commission also discussed a proposed ordinance, noting Council concerns regarding staffing and burdens on homeowners.

• Approved minutes from 2/15/23
• Recommended 75 Tulip resubmit plans to preserve original facade features and use specific materials
• Recommended 475 Springfield Avenue resubmit plans to comply with height, setback, and downtown guidelines

Common Council

The Council approved emergency temporary appropriations for the municipal operating budget and parking utility. A professional landscape maintenance contract was awarded for $195,580.00. A proposed four-way stop at Prospect Street and Blackburn Road was tabled until March 21, 2023.

• Approved Emergency Temporary Appropriations - Municipal Operating Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Temporary Appropriations - Parking Utility (Unanimous)
• Awarded 2023-2024 Professional Landscape Maintenance Services bid for $195,580.00
• Tabled Ordinance #23-3275 (4-Way Stop: Prospect Street and Blackburn Road) to 3/21/2023
• Rejected bids and authorized re-advertisement for Rowan Road and Oak Ridge Avenue Improvement Project
• Authorized $1,307,376.55 for payment of bills and payroll
• Authorized $31,028.04 refund for first quarter 2023 tax overpayment
• Confirmed Police Department appointments for Lieutenant and Sergeant

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two applications: a bulk variance for a second-story addition at 64 Canoe Brook, and a major site plan by Relevant Development, LLC at 709 Springfield Avenue involving FAR, building coverage, lot coverage, steep slope, and accessory garage size and height. The board will also memorialize resolutions for 30 Hawthorne Place and 17 Stockton Road, and approve minutes from February 22, 2023.

• Public hearing: Jamal Jumani, 64 Canoe Brook, variance for bulk to add second story addition (ZB-22-2172)
• Public hearing: Relevant Development, LLC, 709 Springfield Avenue, major site plan with FAR, building coverage, lot coverage, steep slope, accessory garage size and height (ZB-22-2159)
• Resolution for memorialization: 30 Hawthorne Place, Mr. and Mrs. Dunnan (ZB-22-2167)
• Resolution for memorialization: 17 Stockton Road, Johann and Theresa Panlilio (ZB-22-2169)
• Minutes for approval: February 22, 2023

The Board approved a variance for a residential addition at 64 Canoe Brook Parkway subject to engineering compliance. An application to develop townhouses at 709 Springfield Avenue was carried to a future meeting. The Board also memorialized resolutions for two other properties.

• Approved variance for home addition at 64 Canoe Brook Parkway (7-0)
• Carried application for 709 Springfield Avenue townhouses to May 15 (8-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 30 Hawthorne Place (7-0)
• Memorialized resolution for 17 Stockton Road (7-0)
• Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes (Voice vote, all in favor)

Planning Board

The Summit Planning Board is meeting to handle routine business, including a resolution for memorialization for a property at 117 Oak Ridge Avenue and approval of the January 23, 2023 minutes. No public hearings are scheduled. The agenda is largely procedural.

• Resolution for memorialization: 117 Oak Ridge Avenue, PB-22-264, Block 4606, Lot 13
• Minutes for approval: January 23, 2023

The Planning Board approved a resolution for memorialization regarding 117 Oak Ridge Avenue. The board also approved the minutes from the January 23, 2023, meeting with one requested change.

• Approved resolution for 117 Oak Ridge Avenue, PB-22-264 (7-0-0)
• Approved January 23, 2023 minutes with one change (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Summit Environmental Commission is meeting to approve January minutes and discuss several environmental initiatives, including Earth Day Clean-Up planning, a Tiny Forest project, updates from the RAC and GreenFaith, and a Community Energy Plan Grant. The agenda is mostly planning and updates, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Earth Day Clean-Up Planning
• Tiny Forest project discussion
• RAC and GreenFaith updates
• Community Energy Plan Grant

The commission approved the January minutes and coordinated upcoming events, including the Earth Day Clean-Up and a residential solar seminar. Members discussed composting participation and the potential for a 'No Mow May' communication campaign.

• Approved January meeting minutes

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved variance requests for properties on Hartley Road, Edgewood Road, and Parkview Terrace. One application for Franklin Place was carried to a later date. The board also approved the minutes from the February 6, 2023, meeting.

• Approved variance for 46 Hartley Road with conditions regarding engineer memo, building/attic coverage, and landscaping (5-0)
• Approved variance for 26 Edgewood Road with conditions regarding engineer memo and landscape plan submission (5-0)
• Approved variance for 47 Parkview Terrace with condition of compliance with Board Engineer’s memo (4-0)
• Carried application for 14 Franklin Place to May without further notice (5-0)
• Approved February 6, 2023, meeting minutes (Voice vote: all in favor)

Common Council

The Council unanimously adopted a bond ordinance to fund the City's share of the Joint Meeting of Essex and Union Counties Flood Mitigation Facilities Project. They also approved several emergency appropriations and a fire department promotion. Discussions were held regarding a potential seasonal closure of Maple Street, though no formal action was taken.

• Adopted $4.92M bond for Flood Mitigation Facilities Project (Unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Fire Lieutenant (Unanimous)
• Approved emergency temporary appropriations for Municipal Operating Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved emergency temporary appropriations for Sewer Utility (Unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance for 4-way stop at Prospect Street and Blackburn Road (Unanimous)
• Approved shared services agreement with New Providence for wastewater operations (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills and payroll totaling $3,484,465.35 (Unanimous)
• Approved various license agreements for Select Restaurants, Inc., Piattino Neighborhood Bistro, and The Office Tavern Grill (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Summit Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review five advisory applications for properties at 14 Franklin, 46 Hartley, 47 Parkview, 26 Edgewood, and 64 Canoe Brook Pkwy. The commission will also review minutes from the January 18 meeting and receive liaison updates from the City Council and Planning Board. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the property reviews.

• Advisory review of 14 Franklin
• Advisory review of 46 Hartley
• Advisory review of 47 Parkview
• Advisory review of 26 Edgewood
• Advisory review of 64 Canoe Brook Pkwy (due Feb. 20)

The Commission provided findings on five advisory reviews for local properties. Requirements for material lists and design alignment were requested for 14 Franklin Place and 64 Canoe Brook Parkway, while other projects received no additional comments.

• Approved minutes from 1/18/23
• 47 Parkview: Found consistent with existing home
• 14 Franklin Place: Requested resubmission with complete list of appropriate building materials and no aluminum or vinyl siding
• 64 Canoe Brook Parkway: Requested resubmission with improved design and external building materials list
• 26 Edgewood: No comment as proposed patio is not visible from street
• 46 Hartley: Approved design as work is in rear of property and not visible from street

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee is meeting to review the 2022 annual status report, hear from the administrative agent, and discuss the current balance of the Affordable Housing Trust Account. The agenda also includes open discussion with the committee and public, followed by adjournment. No votes or specific decisions are listed on this agenda.

• 2022 Annual Status Report review
• Administrative Agent Report
• Affordable Housing Trust Account current balance discussion
• Open discussion with committee and public

The committee reviewed the 2022 Status Report and the affordable housing trust account balance. No formal votes or policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Reviewed 2022 Status Report
• Reported affordable housing trust account balance of $1,554,647.97 as of 12/31/2022

Common Council

This is a procedural agenda for the February 7, 2023 Common Council meeting. No specific items are listed beyond the agenda and packet documents, so the meeting appears to be routine with no notable decisions or discussions detailed.

The Common Council introduced a bond ordinance for flood mitigation projects and approved several resolutions, including a contract extension for the Broad Street West redevelopment planner. The body also heard public testimony regarding a potential seasonal closure of Maple Street for outdoor dining.

• Introduced $4.92M bond ordinance for flood mitigation facilities (Unanimous)
• Approved $65,000 professional services agreement with Topology NJ, LLC for Broad Street West redevelopment (Unanimous)
• Approved exclusion of Subdistricts 2 and 4 from Broad Street West Redevelopment Project (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 on-call HVAC maintenance bid not to exceed $50,000 per year (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of appropriations for the operating budget (Unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement for the Police Department (Unanimous)
• Authorized $2.69M payment of bills and payroll (Unanimous)
• Approved Tree City USA recertification and Sustainable Jersey grant applications (Unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance applications: one to increase floor area ratio for a second-floor addition at 30 Hawthorne Place, and another for a bulk variance to build a deck at 17 Stockton Road. The board will also memorialize resolutions for three prior applications and approve minutes from the January 18 meeting.

• Public hearing: ZB-22-2167 – FAR increase for bedroom, laundry, bath addition at 30 Hawthorne Place
• Public hearing: ZB-22-2169-(c) – bulk variance for deck at 17 Stockton Road
• Resolution memorialization: 29 Plymouth Road (ZB-21-2119-2)
• Resolution memorialization: 22 Crescent Avenue (ZB-22-2161)
• Resolution memorialization: 58 Hobart Avenue (ZB-22-2162)

The Board approved two variance applications for residential property improvements subject to specific conditions. Additionally, the Board memorialized three resolutions and the minutes from the January 18, 2023, meeting.

• Approved variance for 30 Hawthorne Place to increase FAR for a bedroom, laundry room, and bath (7-0)
• Approved variance for 17 Stockton for property improvements (7-0)
• Memorialized Resolution 29 Plymouth Road, ZB-21-2119-2 (7-0)
• Memorialized Resolution 22 Crescent Avenue, ZB-22-2161 (6-0)
• Memorialized Resolution 58 Hobart Avenue, ZB-22-2162 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from January 18, 2023 (Voice vote, all in favor)

Board of Health

The Summit Board of Health is holding a re-organization meeting to nominate a President and Vice-President. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call, approval of previous minutes, and review of January 2023 bills. Reports from the Environmental Health Specialist, Nurses, and Health Officer are also scheduled for review.

• Nomination of President
• Nomination of Vice-President
• Approval of Minutes from November 28, 2022
• Review of Bills for January 2023
• Health Officer’s Report on Codification and Infectious Disease updates

The Board held its re-organization meeting to elect a President and Vice-President for 2023. The Board approved the November 2022 minutes and January 2023 bills. Reports were reviewed regarding infectious diseases and local health inspections.

• Elected Dr. Richard Berardi as President (unanimous)
• Elected Dr. Jill Rathyen as Vice-President (unanimous)
• Approved November 28, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 2023 bill list totaling $11,572.69 (4-0)

Planning Board

The Summit Planning Board will hold its annual reorganization, including appointments of officers and professionals, and will consider a minor subdivision application for 115 and 117 Oak Ridge Avenue to adjust a common lot line and create a conforming building lot. The board will also adopt resolutions for the official newspaper and rules for 2023, and memorialize a prior decision on Edgemont Avenue.

• Public hearing on minor subdivision at 115 & 117 Oak Ridge Avenue (PB-22-264)
• Adoption of official newspaper and 2023 Rules and Regulations
• Reorganization: election of Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary
• Appointments: Board Attorney, Planner, Engineer
• Memorialization of resolution for 19, 23, 27 Edgemont Avenue (PB-22-263)

The Planning Board conducted its reorganization meeting, appointing officers and professional services. The board approved a minor subdivision application to adjust a common lot line on Oak Ridge Avenue and adopted the 2023 Rules and Regulations.

• Appointed William Anderson as Chair, Vice Chair Zucker, and Ms. Soulios as secretary
• Appointed Savo, Schalk, Corsini, Warner, Gillespie, O’Grodnick, and Fisher as board attorney
• Appointed Burgis Associates and Colliers Engineering and Design as board planners
• Adopted Union County Local Source and the Star Ledger as official newspapers
• Adopted 2023 Rules and Regulations
• Approved minor subdivision to adjust common lot line at 115 & 117 Oak Ridge Avenue (9-0)
• Approved resolution for memorialization for 19, 23, 27 Edgemont Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 21, 2022

Environmental Commission

The Commission is drafting grant applications for Sustainable Jersey to fund solar panels and a microgrid at City Hall or other ongoing expenses. The body also coordinated dates for the annual Earth Day Clean-Up and reviewed recycling initiatives. No formal votes were recorded other than the approval of the December minutes.

• Approved December meeting minutes
• Set Earth Day Clean-Up for April 22, 2023 (rain date April 23)
• Proposed $20,000 Sustainable Jersey grant for City Hall solar panels and microgrid
• Proposed $2,000 Sustainable Jersey grant for tools, signage, and composting buckets

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two applications: a minor subdivision and variances for two new two-family dwellings at 90 Ashwood Avenue, and a major site plan with variances for floor area ratio, building and lot coverage, steep slope, and accessory garage height and size at 709 Springfield Avenue. The board will also memorialize a resolution for 557-565 Morris Avenue and approve minutes from the January 4 meeting.

• 90 Ashwood Avenue: minor subdivision and variances for two two-family dwellings (ZB-22-2152)
• 709 Springfield Avenue: major site plan with variances for FAR, building coverage, lot coverage, steep slope, accessory garage height/size (ZB-22-2159)
• 557-565 Morris Avenue: resolution for memorialization (ZB-21-2090)
• Oath of office for Jay Fehkens

The Board postponed decisions on two property applications to allow for more time and plan revisions. The Board also memorialized resolutions for 557-565 Morris Avenue and approved the January 4, 2023, minutes.

• Carried application ZB-22-2159 (709 Springfield Avenue) to March 6
• Carried application ZB-22-2152 (90 Ashwood Avenue) to April 17
• Memorialized resolutions for 557-565 Morris Avenue (3-0-2)
• Approved January 4, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing advisory items, including a major site plan for 709 Springfield Ave and a minor subdivision at 115/117 Oak Ridge Ave. They also discuss new business, including an ordinance submitted to City Council. The meeting includes standard procedural items like roll call and minutes approval.

• 709 Springfield Ave: major site plan with variances, demolition of non-historic multi-family, two new structures
• 115, 117 Oak Ridge Ave: minor subdivision, HPC concerned about demolition of historic structure
• New HPC Ordinance submitted, in full review at City Council
• Items to be reviewed: 23 Knob Hill, 31 Montrose, 30 Hawthorne, 17 Stockton

Common Council

The Common Council unanimously approved several financial measures, including the issuance of temporary and emergency notes. The council also passed a consent agenda covering various city payments, bid advertisements, and event permissions. Proposals regarding camera-enforced parking bollards and changes to parking fines were referred back to committee for further review.

• Approved issuance of temporary notes not exceeding $3,500,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved issuance of special emergency notes not exceeding $510,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of appropriations for the operating budget (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,193,434.00 for 2023 Joint Meeting Quarterly Assessments (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills and payroll totaling $1,651,479.05 (Unanimous)
• Approved one-year contract extension for Millennium Strategies, LLC not to exceed $42,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 professional surveying services for Stonefield Engineering and Design, LLC not to exceed $100,000 (Unanimous)
• Referred solar powered safety stick bollards and parking fine changes to CPPS committee

Zoning Board

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance applications for properties at 29 Plymouth, 22 Crescent Avenue, and 58 Hobart Avenue. The board will also vote to memorialize resolutions for four previously decided cases, adopt the 2023 meeting calendar, and approve minutes from the December 22, 2022 meeting.

• 29 Plymouth: variances for lot area, building coverage, rear and side yard setbacks (ZB-21-2119)
• 22 Crescent Avenue: bulk variance (ZB-22-2161)
• 58 Hobart Avenue: bulk and FAR variances (ZB-22-2162)
• Memorialization for 58 Beverly Road, 113 Hobart Avenue, 266 Oak Ridge Avenue, and 743 Springfield Avenue
• Adoption of 2023 meeting calendar

The Board appointed its leadership and professional consultants for the year. Three residential variance applications were approved with specific conditions. The Board also memorialized four resolutions and approved the 2023-2024 calendar.

• Elected Steve Spurr as Chairman, Joseph Steiner as Vice Chair, and Stephanie Soulios as Secretary
• Appointed Davison, Eastman, Munoz, Paone, PA as Attorney, Colliers Engineering and Design as Engineer, and Burgis Associates, Inc as Planner
• Approved variances for 29 Plymouth (ZB-21-2119-2) with patio size limited to 390 sq ft
• Approved variances for 22 Crescent Avenue (ZB-22-2161) for a rear patio
• Approved variances for 58 Hobart Avenue (ZB-22-2162) with requirement to consult City Forester on screening
• Memorialized resolutions for 58 Beverly, 113 Hobart, 266 Oak Ridge, and 743 Springfield
• Approved the 2023 to early 2024 meeting calendar
• Approved minutes from December 22, 2022

Common Council

This is the agenda for the January 3, 2023 Common Council Organization Meeting in Summit, NJ. The agenda lists only two documents: the meeting agenda and the agenda packet, with no specific items for discussion or decision. This appears to be a procedural meeting focused on organizational matters.

The Common Council elected Councilmember Vartan as 2023 Council President and Councilmember Hairston as President Pro Tem. The Council unanimously approved a consent agenda covering 34 resolutions related to 2023 rules, budgets, and appointments. New Councilmembers Delia Hamlet and Lisa Allen were sworn into office.

• Elected Councilmember Vartan as 2023 Council President (unanimous)
• Elected Councilmember Hairston as 2023 President Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including 34 resolutions (unanimous)
• Adopted Temporary Municipal Operating Budget
• Adopted Temporary Budgets for Sewer and Parking Utilities
• Confirmed Mayor's Advice & Consent Appointments
• Established 2023 Council Rules and Meeting Schedule
• Appointed 2023 Council Committees and Board Liaisons