Clifton public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider requests to change Environmental Commission meeting dates and approve a 5K run request from St. Peter's Haven. The council also received information regarding the North Jersey District Water Supply 2022 Budget.

• Request to change Environmental Commission meeting dates
• Approval of St. Peter's Haven 5K Run request
• Review of North Jersey District Water Supply 2022 Budget

The Clifton City Council approved a $306,908.20 contract for the Lexington Avenue and Federal Street sanitary sewer replacement and a $320,787.31 contract for Silleck Street drainage improvements. The council also approved a claims list totaling $8,563,509.33 and introduced two ordinances amending salary schedules for 2022. Several professional services contracts for 2022 were awarded, including psychological evaluation, medical services, and insurance coverages.

• Approved $306,908.20 Lexington Ave/Federal St sewer replacement contract to Montana Construction (6-1)
• Approved $320,787.31 Silleck St drainage improvements contract to John Garcia Construction (6-1)
• Approved $8,563,509.33 claims list (6-1)
• Introduced Ordinance 7685-21 amending salaries for part-time recycling coordinator (5-1)
• Introduced Ordinance 7686-21 amending confidential officials' salaries for 2022 (5-1)
• Awarded $25,000 psychological evaluation contract to Institute for Forensic Psychology (6-1)
• Awarded $35,000 medical services contract to Totowa Primary Care Center (6-1)
• Approved $133,409.40 purchase of three Ford F250 pickups (6-1)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is reviewing applications for a new mixed-use building at 254 Dayton Avenue and an outdoor dining expansion at 1293 Main Avenue. New hearings are also scheduled regarding residential fence and gazebo setbacks. Additionally, the Board passed several resolutions to appoint professional consultants for the 2022 calendar year.

• Proposed six-unit mixed-use building at 254 Dayton Avenue
• Outdoor dining expansion for J & I Chimichanga LLC at 1293 Main Avenue
• Minor subdivision and use variance for 680 Route 3
• Appointment of engineering, planning, and legal consultants for 2022
• Fence and gazebo setback variances for Hadley Avenue and Luddington Avenue properties

The Clifton Board of Adjustment granted two new variance applications (a fence at 88 Hadley Avenue and a gazebo at 74 Luddington Avenue) and adopted 14 resolutions, including seven granting variances to individual property owners. The board also approved appointments for 2022, including Counsel Secretary John D. Pogorelec, and continued three hearings to January 2022 meetings.

• Granted fence variance at 88 Hadley Avenue (7-0)
• Granted gazebo variances at 74 Luddington Avenue (7-0)
• Granted front yard setback variance at 61 Craig Place
• Granted setback variances at 12 Beverly Hill Road
• Granted fence variance at 92 Rock Hill Road
• Granted fence variance at 171 South Parkway
• Granted accessory structure variance at 1239 Valley Road
• Granted subdivision/use variance at 155 Hazel Street

Planning Board

The Clifton Planning Board will consider subdivision and variance applications for properties at 1091-1175 Valley Road and the ON3 Hoffman LaRoche Campus. The meeting also includes a request for an extension of time for 610 Brighton Road.

• Subdivision and variances for Meridia Regency on Valley, Clifton LLC at 1091-1175 Valley Road
• Subdivisions and bulk variances for PB Nutcliff Master, LLC at ON3 (Hoffman LaRoche Campus)
• Extension of time request for 610 Brighton Road, LLC
• Discussion regarding the Master Plan Re-Exam

The Clifton Planning Board approved a preliminary and final subdivision application for NutClif on 3 Campus, including bulk variances, with all members voting in favor. The board also extended the approval time for 610 Brighton Road LLC and continued the Meridia Regency on Valley LLC hearing, granting preliminary and final site plan approval with a 6-1 vote. A public hearing on the Master Plan re-exam was scheduled for February 24, 2022.

• Approved NutClif subdivision and variances (unanimous)
• Approved Meridia Regency on Valley LLC preliminary and final site plan (6-1)
• Adopted resolution to extend approval time for 610 Brighton Road LLC
• Scheduled Master Plan re-exam public hearing for Feb 24, 2022

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is considering an application from A & A Line Wire Corp d/b/a Seaboard Twine Company. The applicant requests plan approval and various variances to occupy approximately 12,000 square feet of space in an existing building for a rope and twine wholesale warehouse.

• Plan approval and use variance request for 195 Allwood Road
• Request to occupy approximately 12,000 square feet of vacant space in an existing building

The Clifton Board of Adjustment approved a site plan, bulk variances, and a use variance for A & A Line Wire Corp. d/b/a Seaboard Twine Company to occupy about 12,000 square feet of vacant space at 195 Allwood Road as a warehouse for its wholesale rope and twine business. The approval was subject to compliance with engineering and fire department recommendations, as well as other conditions. The motion carried 6-0.

• Granted site plan approval, bulk variances, and use variance for warehouse use at 195 Allwood Road (6-0)
• Approved D(2) variance for expansion of non-conforming use
• Approved C variances for pre-existing minimum lot width and maximum building coverage
• Approved parking variance (21 required, 9 proposed)
• Subject to Neglia Engineering report dated Dec 1, 2021
• Subject to Clifton Fire Department report dated Dec 7, 2021
• Subject to Passaic County Planning Board approval if required

City Council

The City Council will review resolutions for various municipal contracts, including waste disposal and legal services. Public hearings are scheduled regarding budget transfers for HUD funds and the Downtown Clifton Economic Development Group. The council will also consider ordinances to adjust handicapped parking spaces on local streets.

• Rutherford Boulevard Sewer Improvements project (R554)
• Contract renewal for waste disposal with Suburban Disposal Inc (R562)
• Loans for repairs to Clifton Main Mews, LLC following Hurricane Ida (R584)
• Ordinances to remove or add handicapped parking spaces (O-7682-21, O-7684-21)
• Appointment of legal counsel for independent investigations and litigation (R571, R572)

The Clifton Municipal Council approved $1 million in interest-free loans to Clifton Main Mews, LLC and Clifton Main Mews II, LLC for repair of affordable housing units damaged by Hurricane Ida. The council also adopted three ordinances removing and adding handicapped parking spaces, approved a $24 million claims list, and tabled a resolution amending CDBG-CV funds. A resolution committing an additional $500,000 in COAH funds to the Main Mews II project was approved with one nay and one abstention.

• Approved $1M in interest-free loans to Clifton Main Mews LLC and II LLC for Hurricane Ida repairs (5-2).
• Adopted Ordinance 7682-21 deleting 2 handicapped parking spaces (6-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 7683-21 deleting 3 restricted handicapped spaces (6-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 7684-21 adding 2 restricted handicapped spaces (6-0).
• Approved claims list totaling $24,082,027.43 (6-0, Mayor abstained).
• Tabled Resolution R607-21 amending CDBG-CV funds for non-profits and Health Dept.
• Approved committing up to $500,000 in COAH funds to Clifton Main Mews II (5-1-1).
• Approved $24,082,027.43 in claims for the December 7, 2021 meeting.

Board of Adjustment

The Clifton Board of Adjustment is reviewing several applications, including a major site plan for a new building at 254 Dayton Avenue. Other items include outdoor dining expansions, property subdivisions, and residential construction variances.

• Mixed-use development proposal at 254 Dayton Avenue involving demolition and new construction
• Outdoor dining area expansion for J & I Chimichanga LLC at 1293 Main Avenue
• Subdivision of 155 Hazel Street into two separate lots
• Expansion and subdivision of land at 680 Route 3
• Residential additions and fence variances for properties on Craig Place, Beverly Hill Road, and Rock Hill Road

The Board of Adjustment granted a minor subdivision and use variance to Daughters of Miriam to divide 155 Hazel Street into two lots, one containing the Miriam II apartment building and the other the Daughters of Miriam Center nursing home, subject to compliance with the Neglia Engineering report and Passaic County Planning Board approval. The Board also granted variances for residential additions and fences, including a 5-2 vote for a fence at 92 Rock Hill Road. Two applications, for J & I Chimichanga and 680 Clifton, LLC, were continued to the January 19, 2022 meeting. The Board adopted the 2022 meeting schedule and appointed professionals for 2022, including John D. Pogorelec as Counsel Secretary, Nicholas A. Graviano as Planner, and Neglia Engineering as Engineer.

• Granted Daughters of Miriam a minor subdivision and use variance to split 155 Hazel Street into two lots, subject to Neglia Engineering recommendations and Passaic County approval.
• Granted Jeffrey Avila a front yard setback variance for a two-story addition at 61 Craig Place.
• Granted Vyomesh Shah variances for a rear addition at 12 Beverly Hill Road, with a condition to install pull-down attic stairs.
• Granted Hansel Pena a variance for a 5-foot fence with 1-foot lattice on the left side and a 6-foot fence in the rear at 92 Rock Hill Road, by a 5-2 vote.
• Granted Narendra Rana a variance for a 4-foot fence with 1-foot lattice along the street side at 171 S. Parkway.
• Granted Jamie Lynne Salek variances for a larger two-story accessory structure at 1239 Valley Road.
• Granted Aurelije and Elizabeta Zovko a use variance and bulk variances for a porch and four parking spaces at 944 Van Houten Avenue.
• Adopted resolutions dismissing one application and granting three others, and appointed 2022 professionals including Counsel Secretary, Planner, Engineer, Landscape Architect, Traffic Consultant, and Certified Shorthand Reporter.

Board of Adjustment

The Board is considering several applications for property developments, including a new mixed-use building and outdoor dining expansions. The meeting also includes resolutions to grant or deny various residential and commercial variances.

• Proposed mixed-use building with six residential units and ground floor commercial space at 254 Dayton Avenue
• Expansion of the outdoor dining area for J & I Chimichanga LLC at 1293 Main Avenue
• Approval granted for a new building at 900 Clifton Avenue for the Clifton Adult Opportunity Center, Inc.
• Denial of application to convert a two-family house to a three-family dwelling at 46 South Parkway

The Board of Adjustment granted variances for a rear addition and second floor at 8 Ploch Road, a basement bathroom at 25 Knollwood Terrace, and a second story addition at 103 Virginia Avenue, all by 7-0 votes. It denied the application to convert 46 South Parkway from a two- to three-family dwelling and dismissed without prejudice the similar application for 52 South Parkway. The Board also granted a one-year extension to September 5, 2022, for the use variance and site plan approval for 62-66 Mt. Prospect Avenue. Three other applications were continued to future meetings.

• Granted variances to Rafael De Leon for a rear addition and second floor at 8 Ploch Road (7-0).
• Granted a use variance to Rocco Spoon Jr. for a basement bathroom and shower at 25 Knollwood Terrace (7-0).
• Granted variances to Carl Silver for a second story addition at 103 Virginia Avenue (7-0).
• Denied Maha Marogi's application to convert 46 South Parkway to a three-family dwelling.
• Dismissed without prejudice Maha Marogi's application for 52 South Parkway.
• Granted a one-year extension to September 5, 2022, for the Mt. Prospect Park, LLC approval at 62-66 Mt. Prospect Avenue.
• Adopted resolutions granting variances for Clifton Adult Opportunity Center, Andrea Symister, Yael Krumbein, and Carlos Morocho.
• Continued hearings for J & I Chimichanga, Botany Village Property LLC, and Jeffrey Avila to future meetings.

City Council

The Clifton City Council will consider several items including the purchase of a new 9-1-1 system for police, fire, and EMS. The agenda also includes requests to bid on Silleck Street drainage improvements and discussions regarding the city recycling program.

• Purchase of a new 9-1-1 system for Police, Fire, and EMS
• Request to advertise for bids on Silleck Street drainage improvements
• Contracts for CDBG and Section 8 accounting services
• Ordinances regarding changes to handicapped parking spaces
• Discussion of the city recycling program

Planning Board

The Clifton Planning Board will consider an amended site plan and variances for 61 Kuller Road. The board will also continue a hearing regarding a subdivision request for 1091-1175 Valley Road. Additionally, the meeting includes a time extension request for 610 Brighton Road.

• Amended site plan and variances for Innovative Cosmetic Concepts at 61 Kuller Road
• Subdivision and variances for Meridia Regency on Valley, Clifton LLC at 1091-1175 Valley Road
• Time extension request for 610 Brighton Road, LLC

The Clifton Planning Board adopted the minutes from the October 28, 2021 meeting and set meeting dates for 2022. The board granted a third and final extension of time to 610 Brighton Road LLC. A resolution approving the amended site plan for Innovative Cosmetic Concepts at 61 Kuller Road was adopted. The hearing for Valley Regency was continued to December 9, 2021.

• Adopted minutes of October 28, 2021 meeting
• Set 2022 meeting dates
• Granted third and final extension of time to 610 Brighton Road LLC
• Approved amended site plan for Innovative Cosmetic Concepts (61 Kuller Road)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding municipal budgets and infrastructure contracts. This includes funding for street improvements, park upgrades, and Hurricane Ida restoration. The agenda also covers developer agreements and personnel updates.

• $601,747 budget amendment for Maple Valley curbs and sidewalk improvements
• Contract award to Green Valley Group for Richardson Scale Park improvements
• Contract award to Lara's General Contractor LLC for Hurricane Ida restoration
• Developer agreements for 20 Somerset Place and Melar Associates
• Permission to bid for Lexington Avenue and Federal Street sewer replacements

The Clifton City Council approved a $405,475 contract for Zelenka Park improvements to Green Valley Group, the low bidder. The council also approved a $23.9 million claims list, tabled a budget transfer resolution, and authorized bids for sewer replacements and other services. Several resolutions were passed, including developer agreements and appointments.

• Approved $23,907,768.18 claims list (6-0-1, Mayor abstained; second vote 6-1)
• Tabled R491-21, 2021 budget transfer resolution (6-1)
• Approved R490-21, Chapter 159 budget amendment for $130,163 senior transportation grant
• Approved R492-21, releasing site improvement guarantees for 558 & 564 Van Houten Avenue
• Authorized bidding for Lexington Avenue and Federal Street sanitary sewer replacements
• Awarded $405,475 contract to Green Valley Group for Zelenka Park improvements
• Awarded $18,500 contract to Mott MacDonald for park construction management
• Awarded $37,400 contract to Lara's General Contractor for Hurricane Ida restoration

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is reviewing applications for site plan approvals, use variances, and residential additions. Key items include a new mixed-use building on Dayton Avenue and outdoor dining expansions on Main Avenue.

• Preliminary and final site plan for a 6-unit mixed-use building at 254 Dayton Avenue
• Outdoor dining expansion for J & I Chimichanga LLC at 1293 Main Avenue
• New building construction for Clifton Adult Opportunity Center at 900 Clifton Avenue
• Conversion of two-family homes to three-family homes on South Parkway
• Dismissal of a 50-unit senior citizen development application for Valley Road

The Clifton Board of Adjustment approved a use variance and bulk variance for the Clifton Adult Opportunity Center to construct an additional building on City Hall property, despite objections. The board also granted variances for several residential projects, including a swimming pool, attic addition, and garage, while denying a request to convert a two-family home to three-family. Several other applications were continued to future meetings.

• Granted use and bulk variances for Clifton Adult Opportunity Center building at 900 Clifton Avenue (7-0)
• Granted variance for above-ground pool at 211 DeMott Avenue (7-0)
• Granted variances for attic addition at 36 Laurel Avenue (7-0)
• Granted variances for garage at 36 Union Avenue with conditions (7-0)
• Denied use and bulk variances for conversion to three-family at 46 South Parkway (7-0)
• Adopted resolution denying fence variance for Laura Pozuelos-Cerrone at 555 Allwood Road
• Adopted resolution granting fence variance for Sohel Munir at 63 Ploch Road
• Adopted resolution dismissing without prejudice application of Clifton IL, LLC for Valley Road properties

Planning Board

The Clifton Planning Board will meet on October 28, 2021, to review several development applications. The agenda includes site plan approvals for Samworth Road and Kuller Road, as well as a continued hearing regarding Valley Road.

• Site plan approval and variances for NES Group Holdings, LLC at 43 Samworth Road
• Subdivision and variances for Meridia Regency on Valley, Clifton LLC at 1091-1175 Valley Road
• Amended site plan and variances for Innovative Cosmetic Concepts at 61 Kuller Road

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is reviewing applications for a mixed-use building at 254 Dayton Avenue and an outdoor dining expansion at 1293 Main Avenue. New hearings also include subdivision requests on Valley Road and new construction for the Clifton Adult Opportunity Center. The board also issued resolutions to grant several previously requested variances.

• Proposed mixed-use building with six residential units and ground floor commercial space at 254 Dayton Avenue
• Expansion of outdoor dining area into a parking lot at 1293 Main Avenue
• Subdivision and density increase request for 782, 784, 810 & 818 Valley Road
• Proposed additional building for the Clifton Adult Opportunity Center at 900 Clifton Avenue
• Approval granted to convert a second story into 15 dwelling units at 156 Getty Ave

The Clifton Board of Adjustment held a regular meeting on October 20, 2021, and acted on several variance applications. It denied a fence variance for Laura Pozuelos-Cerrone (7-0), granted a modified fence variance for Sohel Munir (7-0), granted a pool/deck variance for Michael Liberatore (6-1), and granted a rear addition/front vestibule variance for Vijay Bhatia (7-0). The board also dismissed without prejudice a subdivision/use variance application by Clifton IL, LLC due to defective notice (7-0), and continued hearings for J&I Chimichanga, Botany Village Property LLC, Jeffrey Avila, and Clifton Adult Opportunity Center.

• Denied fence variance at 555 Allwood Road (7-0)
• Granted modified fence variance at 63 Ploch Road (7-0)
• Granted pool/deck variance at 52-54 Pershing Road (6-1)
• Granted rear addition/front vestibule variance at 35 Surrey Lane (7-0)
• Dismissed without prejudice Clifton IL, LLC subdivision/use variance at 782-818 Valley Road (7-0)
• Continued J&I Chimichanga outdoor dining variance to Dec 15, 2021
• Continued Botany Village mixed-use site plan to Nov 17, 2021
• Continued Clifton Adult Opportunity Center use variance to Nov 3, 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to award a contract for the 2021 Road Resurfacing Program (HUD-CD). The agenda also includes a confidential arbitration award involving PBA Local 36.

• Resolution awarding contract for 2021 Road Resurfacing Program (HUD-CD)
• Arbitration award for City of Clifton & PBA Local 36

The Clifton City Council approved a $4,288,018.60 contract for the 2021 Road Resurfacing Program (HUD-CD) with Smith Sondy Asphalt Construction Co., the low bidder. The council also adopted two traffic ordinances, approved a $9.1M claims list, and awarded contracts for engineering services and asbestos abatement. Several resolutions were passed, including one establishing a procedure for murals on city property and one designating liaison counsel in a lawsuit.

• Approved $4,288,018.60 road resurfacing contract to Smith Sondy Asphalt (R487-21)
• Adopted Ordinance 7680-21 adding Lincoln Place to street cleaning parking prohibition (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7681-21 setting 25 MPH speed limit on Passaic Avenue (6-0)
• Approved $9,114,745.26 claims list (6-0-1, Mayor abstained)
• Awarded $18,200 engineering contract to Neglia Engineering for Bonsal Preserve (R474-21)
• Awarded $34,750 asbestos abatement contract to Sky Contracting LLC (R475-21)
• Approved resolution establishing procedure for murals on city property (R477-21)
• Designated PVSC Group as liaison counsel in Occidental Chemical lawsuit (R478-21, 7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is considering several applications for new construction and property changes. This includes a proposed six-unit mixed-use building on Dayton Avenue and the conversion of a warehouse on Getty Avenue into eighteen apartments. The meeting also addresses various driveway and setback variances for local residents.

• Proposed 6-unit mixed-use building at 254 Dayton Avenue
• Conversion of warehouse space to 18 residential units at 156-164 Getty Ave
• Expansion of outdoor dining area for J & I Chimichanga at 1293 Main Avenue
• Driveway and setback variances for Blue Hill Road and Abbe Lane
• Granted use variance for two-family conversion at 19 West 1st Street

The Board of Adjustment approved a preliminary site plan and use variance for 152-164 Getty Ave Corporation to convert a previously approved second-story addition into 15 residential dwelling units at 156-164 Getty Avenue, subject to a Fire Department report and compliance with the Neglia Engineering report. The Board also granted variances for three residential driveway expansions and a second-story addition, and adopted seven resolutions granting various variances. Two applications were continued to future meetings.

• Granted preliminary site plan and use variance for 15 residential units at 156-164 Getty Ave (7-0)
• Granted driveway variances at 30 Blue Hill Road (7-0)
• Granted driveway expansion variance at 191 Abbe Lane (7-0)
• Granted second-story addition variances at 170 Rutherford Blvd (7-0)
• Adopted resolution granting deck variance at 16 Trella Terrace
• Adopted resolution granting AC unit variance at 99 Campbell Ave
• Adopted resolution granting fence variance at 111 Vreeland Ave
• Dismissed without prejudice application for 50-unit facility at 782-818 Valley Road

City Council

The Clifton City Council will consider a contract for landscape restoration improvements at Bonsal Preserve. The agenda also includes limousine license transfers and correspondence regarding Halloween restrictions.

• Contract award for Bonsal Preserve landscape restoration improvements
• Limousine license vehicle transfer for Rodriguez
• Correspondence regarding Halloween restrictions from the Health Director
• Retirement resolution for Police Officer Jose E. Padilla, Jr.
• 75th Anniversary recognition for the Athenia Veterans Post

The Clifton City Council approved a claims list totaling $55,971,684.56, adopted an ordinance reserving five parking spaces in Municipal Parking Lot No. 8 for Fire Department employees, and introduced two traffic ordinances (adding Lincoln Place to street cleaning parking prohibitions and setting a 25 MPH speed limit on Passaic Avenue). The council also approved numerous resolutions, including contracts for emergency pump repairs, root control, and a basketball court resurfacing, as well as several entertainment licenses.

• Approved claims list totaling $55,971,684.56.
• Adopted Ordinance 7679-21, reserving five parking spaces for Fire Department employees in Municipal Parking Lot No. 8.
• Introduced Ordinance 7680-21, adding Lincoln Place to street cleaning parking prohibitions.
• Introduced Ordinance 7681-21, setting a 25 MPH speed limit on Passaic Avenue.
• Approved emergency repairs at the Martin Avenue Pump Station for up to $9,924.00.
• Awarded a contract for foaming root control services to Duke's Root Control, Inc. for up to $39,778.90.
• Awarded a contract for Holster Park basketball court resurfacing to Di Milia, Inc. for up to $32,078.00.
• Approved entertainment licenses for Chevy's Tex Mex, The Shannon Rose, Dillinger's Pub, and J. Aldo's Bar & Pizzeria.

Planning Board

The Clifton Planning Board will hold hearings regarding development projects at 1091-1175 Valley Road and 43 Samworth Road. The meeting also includes ordinance reviews and reports from the city planner and commissioners.

• Subdivision and variances for Meridia Regency on Valley, Clifton LLC (1091-1175 Valley Road)
• Site plan approval and variances for NES Group Holdings, LLC (43 Samworth Road)

The Clifton Planning Board approved an application by NES Group Holdings LLC for a warehouse addition at 43 Samworth Road, granting all requested variances. The approval includes conditions such as stormwater improvements, removal of trailers, and tree protection. The board also carried the Valley Regency application to October 28, 2021.

• Approved NES Group Holdings LLC warehouse addition with variances (9-0)
• Carried Valley Regency application to October 28, 2021

City Council

The City Council will discuss candidate forms and negotiations regarding the Clifton Adult Opportunity Center. The council also plans to consider resolutions for emergency clean-up reimbursements and a school transportation safety project.

• Application to NJDOT's Safe Routes to School Program for the 'Clifton School Transportation Safety Project'
• Resolution authorizing property liens to reimburse city costs for emergency order clean-ups
• Negotiations regarding a request from the Clifton Adult Opportunity Center
• Authorization of expired firefighting equipment donation

The Clifton City Council adopted Ordinance 7678-21, amending the salary range for the Municipal Attorney, with a 5-1 vote (Councilwoman Sadrakula dissenting, Councilwoman Pino absent). The council also approved a $8.48 million claims list, awarded a $286,080 payroll services contract to Primepoint, LLC, and authorized the emergency purchase of an ambulance for $279,895.80. Several other resolutions were passed, including the purchase of vehicles and the authorization of liens for emergency clean-ups.

• Adopted Ordinance 7678-21 amending Municipal Attorney salary (5-1)
• Approved $8,476,525.49 claims list (6-0)
• Awarded 3-year, $286,080 payroll services contract to Primepoint, LLC (6-0)
• Authorized emergency ambulance purchase from Firefighter One, LLC for $279,895.80 (6-0)
• Approved $45,456 purchase of hook lift truck from Route 23 Automall (5-1)
• Authorized $173,963.90 purchase of five police SUVs from Beyer of Morristown (6-0)
• Approved liens on 19 properties for emergency clean-up costs (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 7679-21 for fire department employee parking (6-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is reviewing several applications for property variances and site plans. This includes a proposal to replace a gas station with retail and nine residential units on Lexington Avenue. The board also heard a request to expand outdoor dining at 1293 Main Avenue.

• Proposed mixed-use development at 453-463 Lexington Ave
• Subdivision and density increase for properties on Valley Road
• Outdoor dining expansion for J & I Chimichanga at 1293 Main Avenue
• Conversion of a single-family home to a two-family home at 19 West 1st Street
• Dismissal of the Allwood Theater redevelopment application

The Board of Adjustment granted preliminary and final site plan approval to Johan Kafil & Tsungas Petroleum, Inc. for a mixed-use retail and multi-family residential structure with nine units at 453-463 Lexington Avenue, subject to compliance with the engineer's report and county approval. The Board also approved several residential variances, including a deck, air-conditioning unit, fence, driveway expansion, and a use variance to convert a home to a two-family dwelling. A subdivision application by Clifton IL, LLC was dismissed without prejudice due to defective public notice.

• Granted preliminary and final site plan approval to Johan Kafil & Tsungas Petroleum, Inc. for a mixed-use retail and multi-family residential structure at 453-463 Lexington Avenue.
• Granted a rear yard setback variance to Wael El-Zind for a deck at 16 Trella Terrace.
• Granted a left side yard setback variance to Jonathan Kushnir for an air-conditioning unit at 99 Campbell Avenue.
• Granted a fence height variance to Cheri Albanesius for a 5-foot solid fence with 1-foot lattice at 111 Vreeland Avenue.
• Granted a driveway expansion variance to Hiren Chandratre at 187 Abbe Lane, subject to installing a safety wall.
• Granted a use variance to Daniel Nowak & Mehmet Dikce to convert a single-family home to a two-family dwelling at 19 West 1st Street.
• Dismissed without prejudice the application of Clifton IL, LLC for a subdivision at 782-818 Valley Road due to defective public notice.
• Adopted resolutions granting variances for Jim Beirne, Thomas Gordon, Ryan Carroll & Jordan Mera, Domingo Martinez, N. Murillo Medical Center, and Core Development Group.

City Council

The Clifton City Council will consider authorizations for vehicle purchases and personnel reappointments. The council will also review resolutions to permit bidding for road resurfacing and landscape improvements at Bonsal Preserve.

• Bidding for 2021 Road Resurfacing Program (HUD-CD)
• Bidding for Bonsal Preserve Landscape Restoration Improvements
• Purchase of a Fire Investigation Vehicle
• Reappointment of James Sieradzki as Municipal Court Judge

The Clifton City Council approved a claims list totaling $20,996,417.63, adopted seven ordinances (including creating new job titles and adding/removing handicapped parking spaces), and waived the $60 deconstruction permit fee for flood-affected residents through September 2021. The council also introduced an ordinance to amend the Municipal Attorney's salary, approved several resolutions including purchasing five police vehicles and road salt, and authorized multiple licenses. All votes were 7-0 except where noted, including a 5-2 vote on the Public Defender title ordinance and a 6-1 vote on the Alternate Public Defender title.

• Approved claims list totaling $20,996,417.63 (6-0-1, Mayor abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance 7671-21 creating Truck Driver, Heavy title (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7672-21 creating Maintenance Worker 1 Grounds title (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7673-21 deleting 2 handicapped parking spaces (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7674-21 deleting 2 handicapped parking spaces (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7675-21 adding 12 handicapped parking spaces (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7676-21 adding Public Defender title (5-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 7677-21 amending Public Defender to Alternate Public Defender (6-1)

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing several variance applications, including a proposal to replace the Allwood Theater with senior housing and retail stores. Other items include expanding outdoor dining at J & I Chimichanga and installing solar carports at 100 Delawanna Avenue.

• Proposed demolition of Allwood Theater for 42 senior housing units and retail stores at 94-96 Market Street
• Expansion of outdoor dining area for J & I Chimichanga at 1293 Main Avenue
• Request for solar carport facilities at 100 Delawanna Avenue
• Proposed second floor addition and deck at 35 Englewood Road
• Resolution to grant a variance for an outdoor seating area with a roof at 1292 Van Houten Avenue

The Board of Adjustment approved seven applications and dismissed two without prejudice. The most significant approval was a use variance and minor site plan for Core Development Group to install solar carports and roof-mounted panels at 100 Delawanna Avenue, a nonconforming data center use. The Board also granted variances for residential additions, a fence, a curb cut, a garage conversion, and a medical office porch enclosure. Two applications, including a proposed senior housing redevelopment of the Allwood Theater, were dismissed without prejudice due to deficient notice.

• Approved Core Development Group's minor site plan, use variance, and lot area/rear yard variances for solar carports at 100 Delawanna Ave (7-0).
• Granted Jim Beirne variances for a second-floor addition and rear deck at 35 Englewood Road (7-0).
• Granted Thomas Gordon a variance for a 5-foot fence at 32 Livingston Street (7-0).
• Approved Ryan Carroll & Jordan Mera's variance for a 20-foot curb cut at 130 Abbe Lane (7-0).
• Granted Domingo Martinez a variance to convert a garage to living space, with bollards required, at 41 Sussex Road (7-0).
• Approved N. Murillo Medical Center's parking variance to enclose a porch at 463 Clifton Avenue (7-0).
• Dismissed without prejudice Empire Realty's application for the Allwood Theater redevelopment at 94-96 Market Street due to deficient notice (7-0).
• Adopted resolutions dismissing without prejudice applications for Clifton IL LLC (Valley Road) and Maha Marogi (46 & 52 South Parkway).

Planning Board

The board will consider site plan approvals for 6 Main Avenue and sign modifications at 1153 Bloomfield Avenue. A continued hearing is scheduled regarding a subdivision on Valley Road.

• Site plan approval and variances for Dr. Adam Rauzman at 6 Main Avenue
• Amended site plan approval for sign modification at 1153 Bloomfield Avenue
• Subdivision and variance hearing for Meridia Regency on Valley, Clifton LLC at 1091-1175 Valley Road
• Discussion regarding Melar Associates at 220 Clifton Boulevard

Board of Adjustment

The Board is considering a subdivision and use variance for a 50-unit senior living facility on Valley Road. Other hearings involve requests for residential additions, restaurant dining expansions, and home conversions. The meeting also includes resolutions for several previously submitted applications.

• Subdivision and use variances for a 50-unit senior living development at 782, 784, 810 & 818 Valley Road
• Expansion of outdoor dining for J & I Chimichanga LLC at 1293 Main Avenue
• Conversion of two-family houses to three-family houses at 46 and 52 South Parkway
• Approval of a Planet Fitness conversion at 1051 Bloomfield Avenue
• Dismissal of the 28-unit residential building application for 340 Lexington Avenue

The Clifton Board of Adjustment granted a conditional use variance to JBK Enterprises (The Barrow House) for a raised outdoor seating area with a roof, and approved a rear addition and deck for Sharon Kuhl-Rome. The board dismissed without prejudice the Clifton IL, LLC senior housing application and two Maha Marogi applications due to defective notice, and continued the J & I Chimichanga (El Mexicano) outdoor dining application to October 20, 2021. Six resolutions were adopted, including granting a Planet Fitness use variance at Styertowne and dismissing a Lexington Partners application for lack of prosecution.

• Granted D3 conditional use variance to JBK Enterprises (The Barrow House) for outdoor dining (7-0)
• Granted rear addition and deck variances to Sharon Kuhl-Rome at 161 Day Street (7-0)
• Dismissed without prejudice Clifton IL, LLC senior housing application due to defective notice (7-0)
• Dismissed without prejudice Maha Marogi applications at 46 and 52 South Parkway due to improper notice (7-0)
• Continued J & I Chimichanga (El Mexicano) outdoor dining application to October 20, 2021
• Adopted resolution granting Planet Fitness use variance at Styertowne Shopping Center
• Adopted resolution dismissing Lexington Partners, LLC application for lack of prosecution
• Adopted resolutions granting variances to Canan Bulut, Alfredo Manchego, Devindra Lall, and Martin & Dana Gottesman

City Council

The Clifton City Council will consider a class settlement agreement involving Hoffman LaRoche, Inc. The agenda also includes authorizations for community development services and flu vaccine purchases. Additionally, the council will address requests regarding COVID pay for essential workers.

• Class settlement agreement in Sutton v. Hoffman LaRoche, Inc., et al.
• Contract for Community Development Specialist Planning and Technical Services to Mullin & Lonergan
• Authorization to purchase flu vaccines for 2021
• Approval of Botany Village Carnival from August 25th through 29th
• New limousine license for Danny Limo & Black Car Service

The Clifton City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a $8.5M bond for various capital improvements and a $2.5M bond for sewer improvements. It also adopted salary amendments for the Management Information Specialist and Personnel Officer, and a $250,000 capital appropriation for public improvements. The council tabled a resolution to bid on tennis court rehabilitation at Stefan Tatarenko Memorial Park.

• Approved $8.5M bond for 2021 capital improvements (7-0)
• Approved $2.5M bond for sewer improvements (7-0)
• Approved $250,000 capital appropriation for public improvements (7-0)
• Adopted salary amendment for Management Information Specialist (7-0)
• Adopted salary amendment for Personnel Officer (6-1)
• Approved private sale of city-owned land Block 43.18, Lot 23 (6-0-1)
• Tabled resolution to bid on Stefan Tatarenko Memorial Park tennis court rehabilitation
• Approved claims list totaling $19,260,459.98 (6-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances for an $8.5 million capital improvement bond and a $2.5 million sewer improvement bond. The meeting also includes a second reading on cannabis zoning regulations and approvals for various municipal contracts.

• $8,500,000 bond ordinance for various capital improvements
• $2,500,000 bond ordinance for sewer improvements
• Zoning amendment regarding the prohibition of cannabis businesses
• Construction management contract for Athenia Park Fieldhouse
• Purchase of playground equipment and safety surfacing for Lakeview Park

The Clifton City Council adopted three ordinances on second reading, including one prohibiting all classes of cannabis businesses within city limits (6-1). It also approved a lease agreement for property at 207 Parker Avenue and created a Systems Analyst position. The council introduced several ordinances for future consideration, including a $8.5 million bond for capital improvements and a $2.5 million sewer bond. The meeting included extensive public comment on a mural controversy and a motion to ask the Governor to override the order to paint over the mural.

• Adopted Ordinance 7662-21 prohibiting cannabis businesses in all districts (6-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 7661-21 authorizing lease agreement for 207 Parker Avenue (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7660-21 creating Systems Analyst title and compensation (7-0)
• Approved claims list totaling $30,003,475.23 (6-1)
• Approved purchase of license plate readers for $186,999.00
• Approved purchase of video/audio/cable system for $441,512.15
• Approved contract for traffic signal repairs up to $100,000
• Approved entertainment licenses for multiple establishments

Planning Board

The Clifton Planning Board will consider resolutions for a 266-room hotel at the Hoffman LaRoche Campus and an amended site plan for 174 Delawanna Avenue. The agenda also includes hearings for a subdivision on Valley Road, a site plan at 6 Main Avenue, and sign modifications for Quest Diagnostics.

• Site plan approval for a 266-room hotel at ON3 Hoffman LaRoche Campus
• Amended site plan approval for 174 Delawanna Avenue
• Subdivision and variances for 1091-1175 Valley Road
• Site plan approval and variances for 6 Main Avenue
• Sign modification for Quest Diagnostics at 1153 Bloomfield Avenue

The Clifton Planning Board approved resolutions for two hotel applications (PB Nutcliff Master, LLC and 6W BP Opportunity, LLC), approved a site plan with variances for Dr. Adam Rauzman's dental office at 6 Main Avenue, and approved an amended site plan for Quest Diagnostics' sign modifications. The board also carried the Meridia Regency on Valley application to August 26, 2021, and directed a letter stating the cannabis ordinance does not conflict with the Master Plan.

• Approved PB Nutcliff Master, LLC dual brand hotel application (unanimous)
• Approved 6W BP Opportunity, LLC application at 174 Delawanna Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Dr. Adam Rauzman's site plan and variances for dental office at 6 Main Avenue (7-0)
• Approved Quest Diagnostics amended final site plan for sign modifications at 1153 Bloomfield Avenue (unanimous)
• Carried Meridia Regency on Valley application to August 26, 2021 meeting
• Directed letter to City that cannabis ordinance is not in conflict with Master Plan

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing applications for land subdivisions and new residential developments. This includes a proposal for 50 senior citizen apartment units on Valley Road and a use variance for a fitness center at Styertowne Shopping Center. The board also granted several resolutions for residential and medical space expansions.

• Proposed 50-unit senior living facility at 782, 784, 810 & 818 Valley Road
• Use variance for Planet Fitness at 1051 Bloomfield Ave
• Height and setback variances for development at 340 Lexington Ave
• Approved expansion of medical space at 458 Clifton Avenue
• Proposed residential additions at 5 Burgh Avenue and 48 Cresthill Ave

The Board of Adjustment approved a use variance and site plan for Planet Fitness to occupy vacant space in the Styertowne Shopping Center at 1051 Bloomfield Avenue, with operating hours restrictions. The Board also dismissed the Lexington Partners application for a 28-unit, 4-story residential building at 340 Lexington Avenue without prejudice for lack of prosecution. Several residential variance applications were granted, and a hearing for a 50-unit senior living facility was continued to August 18, 2021.

• Granted Planet Fitness use variance and site plan at 1051 Bloomfield Ave (7-0)
• Dismissed Lexington Partners 28-unit residential application at 340 Lexington Ave without prejudice (7-0)
• Granted Canan Bulut rear addition variances at 5 Burgh Ave (7-0)
• Granted Alfredo Manchego gazebo variances at 169 Livingston St (7-0)
• Granted Devindra Lall garage-to-pantry variance at 36 Sussex Rd (7-0)
• Granted Martin & Dana Gottesman two-story addition variances at 48 Cresthill Ave (7-0)
• Adopted resolutions granting variances for Perla Rodriguez, Jayeshkumar Gandhi, and 458 Clifton LLC
• Continued Clifton IL LLC senior living facility hearing to August 18, 2021

City Council

The council will consider an amended resolution censuring Councilmember Mary Sadrakula and a $407,600 grant for body-worn cameras. The agenda also includes disaster recovery bidding and the resignation of Public Defender Anthony Barbieri.

• Amended resolution censuring Councilmember Mary Sadrakula
• $407,600 grant from NJ Department of Law and Public Safety for Body Worn Camera Program
• Permission to bid for Disaster Recovery Administrative Services
• Resignation of Public Defender Anthony Barbieri
• Litigation update for Palma v. City of Clifton

The Clifton Municipal Council formally censured Councilwoman Mary Sadrakula, voting 6-1, based on an independent investigation's findings of a pattern of harassment and bullying of a city employee. The council also authorized the issuance of $45.5 million in bonds, including $42.77 million in general obligation bonds and $2.75 million in refunding bonds. Several ordinances were adopted, including one establishing John Samra Way and another amending the Chief Financial Officer's salary, which passed 4-1-1. The council introduced an ordinance to prohibit all cannabis businesses in the city, scheduling a public hearing for August 4, 2021.

• Adopted Resolution R332-21 censuring Councilmember Mary Sadrakula (6-1-0-0).
• Authorized Resolution R319-21 for the sale of $42,773,000 General Obligation Bonds and $2,750,000 Refunding Bonds (6-1-0-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 7654-21 appropriating $107,362 from the Unappropriated Grant Reserve for public improvements (6-0-0-1).
• Adopted Ordinance 7658-21 establishing John Samra Way and changing the address of the James Anzaldi Park Recreation Complex (6-0-0-1).
• Adopted Ordinance 7659-21 amending the salary of the Chief Financial Officer (4-1-1-1).
• Introduced Ordinance 7662-21 to prohibit all classes of cannabis businesses in Clifton; public hearing set for August 4, 2021 (6-0-0-1).
• Approved claims totaling $12,816,276.04 for the July 6, 2021 meeting (5-1-0-1).
• Awarded a contract to Fire and Safety Services for fire apparatus maintenance, not to exceed $190,000 over two years.

City Council

The Council will consider authorizing the use of City Hall for International Overdose Awareness Day and hosting the Peruvian Parade. The agenda also includes reviewing correspondence regarding intersection safety, school fencing, and a lease agreement.

• Authorization for International Overdose Awareness Day at City Hall
• Authorization for Peruvian Parade on August 1, 2021
• NJDOT safety improvements at Passaic Ave./Ward Ave. intersection
• Meadow School fence at 26 Hollywood Avenue
• Lease agreement for Parker Avenue

The Clifton City Council adopted the Hoffman La Roche Phase III redevelopment plan and the 2021 municipal budget, and approved a $231,190 capital ordinance for public improvements. It also introduced several ordinances, including one to establish John Samra Way and another to amend the CFO's salary, and authorized grant applications for pickleball courts and a playground. The council tabled resolutions on Clifton Art Center programming and disaster recovery services, and approved a $16.5 million claims list.

• Adopted Hoffman La Roche Phase III redevelopment plan (6-0)
• Adopted 2021 municipal budget (6-0)
• Approved $231,190 capital ordinance for public improvements (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance to establish John Samra Way (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance to amend CFO salary (4-1-1)
• Authorized Green Acres grant application for pickleball courts (4-0-2)
• Authorized Urban Parks grant application for playground (4-0-2)
• Approved $16,548,427.41 claims list (5-1)

Planning Board

The Clifton Planning Board is reviewing several site plan applications and subdivision requests. This includes continued hearings for a hotel project at the Hoffman LaRoche Campus and an ordinance review for Phase III redevelopment.

• Site plan approval and variances for Melar Associates at 220 Clifton Blvd
• Preliminary and final site plan approval for a 266-room hotel at ON3 (Hoffman LaRoche Campus)
• Subdivision and variances for Meridia Regency on Valley, Clifton LLC at 1091-1175 Valley Road
• Amended site plan approval for 6W BP Opportunity, LLC at 174 Delawanna Avenue
• Review of Ordinance 7653 regarding Hoffman La Roche Phase III Redevelopment

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing several applications for residential additions and commercial use changes. This includes a proposal to convert part of 1051 Bloomfield Avenue into a health club. The board also reviewed continued hearings regarding height and lot variances at 340 Lexington Avenue.

• Use variance for Planet Fitness at 1051 Bloomfield Ave
• Development variances for 340 Lexington Ave
• Proposed two-story addition at 47 Sipp Avenue
• Expansion of doctor's office at 458 Clifton Avenue
• Conditional use variance for Gong Cha restaurant at 750 Van Houten Avenue

The Clifton Board of Adjustment approved three variance applications: a second-floor rear addition at 723 Allwood Road, a two-story rear addition and deck at 47 Sipp Avenue, and an expansion of a doctor's office at 458 Clifton Avenue. The Board also adopted nine resolutions granting variances for fences, additions, and a conditional use for a bubble tea restaurant. The hearing for a Planet Fitness use variance at Styertowne Shopping Center was continued to July 21, 2021, to allow for a traffic study.

• Granted variances to Perla Rodriguez for a second-floor rear addition at 723 Allwood Road (7-0).
• Granted variances to Jayeshkumar Gandhi for a two-story rear addition and deck at 47 Sipp Avenue (7-0).
• Granted variances to 458 Clifton LLC to expand a doctor's office at 458 Clifton Avenue, subject to Zoning Officer approval of line of sight and sign size (7-0).
• Continued the Planet Fitness use variance hearing for Styertowne Shopping Center to July 21, 2021, for a traffic study.
• Adopted a resolution granting Joseph and Marie Hertilus a variance for a 5-foot fence at 171 Charles Street.
• Adopted a resolution granting Nena Dimaano a variance for a 5-foot fence at 739 Bloomfield Avenue.
• Adopted a resolution granting Lillian Barnhart & Charlie Velehradsky a variance for a 6-foot fence at 70 Christie Avenue.
• Adopted a resolution granting Steven Baho – 750 Van Houten, LLC a conditional use variance for a Gong Cha bubble tea restaurant at 750 Van Houten Avenue.

City Council

The Clifton City Council is reviewing several budget resolutions and redevelopment plans. Key items include a capital ordinance for HVAC improvements and the Hoffman La Roche Phase III Redevelopment Plan. The council will also address contracts for legal services and construction management.

• $231,190 capital ordinance for ARPA HVAC improvements
• Contract award to Kaufman, Semeraro & Leibman for Black Prince Distillery redevelopment
• Construction management contract for Athenia Park Fieldhouse
• Rejection of proposals for the Energy Savings Improvement Program
• Tax exemption for a veteran at 120 Vreeland Ave

The Clifton Municipal Council approved a claims list totaling $8,269,200.61 and adopted Ordinance 7651-21, amending the police department's table of organization. The council also introduced two ordinances for future public hearings: one appropriating $231,190 for public improvements and another adopting the Hoffman La Roche Phase III Redevelopment Plan. Additionally, the council approved a resolution to purchase body-worn cameras for all sworn police officers at a cost not exceeding $1,011,379.90.

• Approved claims list totaling $8,269,200.61 for payment.
• Adopted Ordinance 7651-21 amending the police department's table of organization (5-0-1-1).
• Introduced Ordinance 7652-21 appropriating $231,190 for public improvements; public hearing set for July 6, 2021.
• Introduced Ordinance 7653-21 adopting the Hoffman La Roche Phase III Redevelopment Plan; public hearing set for July 6, 2021.
• Approved purchase of body-worn cameras for police from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for up to $1,011,379.90.
• Rejected all proposals for the Energy Savings Improvement Program due to costs exceeding appropriations.
• Approved a developer agreement with 313 Allwood Road Realty LLC and GS Autoplex, LLC (Garden State Honda).
• Approved a developer agreement with 1255 Broad St. Clifton, Inc. and Summit Medical Group.

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing several applications for residential fences, home additions, and a new bubble tea restaurant. It also includes continued hearings regarding height and bulk variances for a project at 340 Lexington Ave.

• Variance request for a 4-story building at 340 Lexington Ave
• Proposed 'Gong Cha Bubble Tea' restaurant at 750 Van Houten Ave
• Residential fence and addition requests for various local properties
• Approval of community center and art gallery at 386 and 390 Lakeview Avenue
• Approval of Popeye's restaurant site plan at 16 Main Avenue

The Clifton Board of Adjustment approved all nine new variance applications and adopted five resolutions granting prior applications. Approvals included a conditional use variance for a Gong Cha bubble tea restaurant at 750 Van Houten Avenue, several fence height variances, and multiple home addition variances. The Lexington Partners hearing was continued to July 21, 2021.

• Granted D3 conditional use variance for Gong Cha bubble tea restaurant at 750 Van Houten Ave (6-0)
• Granted fence variance at 171 Charles St for 5-ft solid fence (6-0)
• Granted fence variance at 739 Bloomfield Ave for 5-ft solid fence (5-0)
• Granted fence variances at 70 Christie Ave for 6-ft solid fences (6-0)
• Granted addition variances at 403 Highland Ave (6-0)
• Granted addition variances at 21 Emma Pl (6-0)
• Granted addition variances at 119 South Pkwy (6-0)
• Granted addition variances at 46 E Clifton Ave with bathroom permit stipulation (6-0)

City Council

The Clifton City Council is considering a temporary increase to the 2021 municipal budget and a contract award for the Athenia Park Fieldhouse. The agenda also includes a bond ordinance for up to $2,800,000 and the rejection of bids for COVID-19 testing services. Additionally, the council will review various local licenses and ordinances.

• Contract award to Develop Builders LLC for Athenia Park Fieldhouse
• Refunding Bond Ordinance for up to $2,800,000 in general obligation bonds
• Resolution to increase the 2021 Temporary Municipal Budget
• Rejection of bids for COVID-19 testing services due to project abandonment
• Authorization to purchase police body-worn cameras

The Clifton City Council adopted four ordinances, including a $2.8 million refunding bond ordinance (5-1) and a salary ordinance creating a new Field Representative, Health Education title. The council also approved a $21,025,332.63 claims list (5-0-1) and awarded a $1,132,469 contract for the Athenia Park Fieldhouse to Develop Builders LLC. Two resolutions were tabled: one on CHIP income requirements and one on a library construction grant application.

• Adopted $2.8M general obligation refunding bond ordinance (5-1)
• Adopted ordinance creating Field Representative, Health Education salary title (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance adding 1 restricted handicapped parking space (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance deleting 4 restricted handicapped parking spaces (6-0)
• Approved $21,025,332.63 claims list (5-0-1)
• Awarded $1,132,469 Athenia Park Fieldhouse contract to Develop Builders LLC
• Tabled resolution on CHIP income requirement changes
• Tabled resolution for library construction bond grant application

Planning Board

The Clifton Planning Board will consider several site plan approvals and subdivision requests. These include developments at Clifton Avenue, Valley Road, and the ON3 Hoffman LaRoche Campus. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom or telephone.

• Site plan approval for Clifton Station Developers at 691 Clifton Avenue and 839 Paulison Avenue
• Continued hearing for a 266-room dual-brand hotel at the ON3 Hoffman LaRoche Campus
• Subdivision and variance requests for 1091-1175 Valley Road
• Site plan approval and variances for 220 Clifton Blvd.
• Amended site plan approval for 174 Delawanna Avenue

Board of Adjustment

The Board will consider several large-scale projects, including height and parking variances at 340 Lexington Ave and a community center proposal for Lakeview Avenue. Other items include site plan approval for a restaurant on Main Avenue and new hearings for driveway and fence variances.

• Variance requests for height, setbacks, and parking at 340 Lexington Ave
• Conditional use and demolition application for 386 & 390 Lakeview Ave
• Site plan and use variance for a restaurant at 16 Main Avenue
• Variance for a two-story accessory structure at 1239 Valley Road
• Use variance granted for retail and residential units at 453-463 Lexington Avenue

The Board of Adjustment approved a use variance, conditional use variance, bulk variances, and preliminary/final major site plan approval for Main Avenue Chicken LLC (Popeye's) to occupy a portion of the existing building at 16 Main Avenue as a restaurant with counter space. The approval was subject to conditions including Passaic County Planning Board approval, no garbage pick-up before 7 A.M., and hours of operation from 10 A.M. to 11 P.M. seven days a week. The Board also granted conditional use variances and site plan approval for the Palestinian American Community Center at 386 & 390 Lakeview Avenue, subject to both uses remaining in existence.

• Granted Popeye's restaurant use variance, conditional use variance, bulk variances, and site plan approval at 16 Main Avenue (7-0)
• Granted Palestinian American Community Center conditional use variances and site plan approval at 386 & 390 Lakeview Avenue (7-0)
• Granted Andrew Carell variance for 0-foot driveway setback at 80 Warren Street (7-0)
• Granted Melana Mallah variance for 5-foot fence with 1-foot lattice at 34 Oak Ridge Road (7-0)
• Granted Jamie Lynne Salek variances for two-story barn accessory structure at 1239 Valley Road (7-0)
• Adopted resolution denying Michael Ponce's use variance for 4-unit building at 347 Piaget Avenue
• Adopted resolutions granting variances for Main Troast Properties, Bradley Jennifer Colwell, George Petropoulakis, Veronica & Richard Amati, Elizabeth Moronta, and Johan Kafil & Tsungas Petroleum
• Continued Lexington Partners variance hearing to July 21, 2021

City Council

The Clifton City Council meeting includes discussions on public safety funding and municipal contracts. The agenda features a bond ordinance for police body cameras and adjustments to residential handicapped parking regulations. The council will also review various grant proposals and COVID-19 related funding agreements.

• Bond Ordinance for Police Body Cameras ($1,500,000 appropriation)
• Contract for two ambulance and emergency medical transport vehicles
• Ordinance to add or remove residential handicapped parking spaces
• Refunding Bond Ordinance for up to $2,800,000 in general obligation bonds
• Grant proposal for NJ Local Recreation Improvement Grant

The Clifton City Council approved a $1.5 million bond ordinance to fund police body cameras, with $1.428 million in bonds issued. The council also passed ordinances to add and delete handicapped parking spaces, and to establish a CAP bank for the 2021 budget. Several contracts were awarded, including for solar-powered traffic signs, two ambulances, and grant consulting services.

• Approved bond ordinance for police body cameras, appropriating $1,500,000 (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance to delete 6 handicapped parking spaces (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance to add 12 handicapped parking spaces (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance to exceed budget limits and establish CAP bank (5-1)
• Awarded contract to TAPCO for solar-powered flashing traffic signs, not to exceed $100,000
• Awarded contract to PL Custom Emergency Vehicles for two ambulances, not to exceed $533,655
• Awarded contract to Bruno Associates for grant consulting, $50,000 annually for two years
• Tabled Council Mail 12 until next meeting (4-1-1)

City Council

The Clifton Municipal Council has called a special meeting to consider the 2021 Municipal Budget. Formal action on this matter may or may not be taken during the session.

• 2021 Municipal Budget

Board of Adjustment

The Clifton Board of Adjustment approved a use variance for a mixed-use retail and residential building with 9 units at 453-463 Lexington Avenue, subject to site plan approval and Passaic County Planning Board approval. The board also denied a 4-unit residential building at 347 Piaget Avenue because the use variance required 5 votes but only received 4. Several other variance requests for residential additions and a commercial enclosure were approved unanimously.

• Granted use variance for mixed-use retail/residential (9 units) at 453-463 Lexington Ave (7-0)
• Denied use variance for 4-unit building at 347 Piaget Ave (4-3, failed to get 5 votes)
• Granted variances to enclose 282 sq ft front section at 1368 Main Ave (7-0)
• Granted variances for second floor addition at 50 East Normal Ave (7-0)
• Granted rear yard variance for patio roof at 3 Canterbury Court (7-0)
• Granted rear yard variance for second floor addition at 182 Patricia Place (7-0)
• Granted variances for one-story rear addition at 2 Nash Ave (7-0)
• Adopted resolution dismissing Ukrainian Cultural Center application without prejudice

City Council

The City Council will introduce the 2021 municipal budget and consider professional services for ARPA advisory. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding CDBG program funding and discussions on local traffic ordinances.

• Introduction of the 2021 Municipal Budget
• Professional service contract with NW Financial Group for ARPA Advisory Services
• Ordinance to add and delete residential handicapped parking spaces
• Allocation of $738,359 in CDBG-CV funds
• Procurement of ambulance apparatus via Sourcewell National Cooperative Contract

The Clifton City Council introduced the 2021 municipal budget and approved a $100,000 contract for ARPA financial consulting. Several ordinances were introduced for first reading, including changes to handicapped parking and a cap bank ordinance. The council also approved a $17.4 million claims list and various licenses and resolutions.

• Introduced 2021 municipal budget (5-1)
• Approved $100,000 ARPA consulting contract with NW Financial Group (4-1-1)
• Approved $17,428,552.11 claims list
• Introduced ordinance to delete 6 handicapped parking spaces (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance to add 12 handicapped parking spaces (6-0)
• Introduced cap bank ordinance to exceed budget limits (5-1)
• Approved developer agreement for 781 Van Houten Ave.
• Approved $57,632.38 PPE purchase for Fire Department

Planning Board

The Clifton Planning Board will consider several site plan approvals and subdivisions. Key items include a 266-room hotel at the Hoffman LaRoche Campus and a project for Summit Medical Group on Broad Street. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19 emergency orders.

• Dual-brand hotel (266 rooms) at ON3 Hoffman LaRoche Campus
• Site plan and variances for Summit Medical Group at 1255 Broad Street
• Three-lot subdivision for 231 Barkley Ave.
• Site plan approval for Clifton Station Developers at 691 Clifton Avenue
• Subdivision and variances for 1091-1175 Valley Road

The Clifton Planning Board approved a 3-lot subdivision for 215-217 Trimble Ave, LLC and preliminary/final site plan approval with variances for Summit Medical Group. The board also approved a site plan for Clifton Stattioni Developes with conditions, including planting 175 major trees and working with the county on traffic signal timing. Hearings for a hotel at ON3 and a warehouse expansion were continued to May 27, 2021.

• Approved 3-lot subdivision for 215-217 Trimble Ave, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final site plan with variances for Summit Medical Group (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Clifton Stattioni Developes with conditions (8-0, Welsh abstained)
• Continued hotel application for PB Nutcliff Master, LLC to May 27, 2021
• Continued warehouse expansion for Melar Associates to May 27, 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider emergency budget resolutions for sewer utilities and the American Rescue Plan. The agenda includes approvals for infrastructure projects such as fire station alterations and culvert rehabilitation. The council will also review a bond ordinance to fund new police body cameras.

• Bond Ordinance O-7043-21 to acquire police body cameras for $1,500,000
• Change orders and final payments for Fire Station No. 5 alterations
• Contract awards for Weasel Brook Culvert Section 8 rehabilitation
• Ordinance O-7639-21 to remove three restricted handicapped parking spaces
• HVAC equipment replacement at City Hall via Trane U.S., Inc.

The Clifton City Council introduced a bond ordinance to fund police body cameras, appropriating $1.5 million and authorizing $1.428 million in bonds, with final passage scheduled for May 4, 2021. The council also adopted four ordinances, including amendments to traffic, claims, stormwater, and salary codes. A $14.45 million claims list was approved, and contracts were awarded for the Weasel Brook culvert rehabilitation and HVAC replacement at City Hall.

• Introduced bond ordinance for police body cameras, appropriating $1,500,000 (5-0-1-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 7639-21 deleting 3 handicapped parking spaces (5-0-0-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 7640-21 expanding vendor certification exceptions (5-0-0-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 7641-21 amending stormwater management requirements (5-0-0-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 7642-21 creating Public Health Nurse - Pediatrics title (5-0-0-2)
• Approved claims list totaling $14,452,351.61 (5-0-1-1)
• Awarded Weasel Brook Culvert Phase II contract to PIM Corp for $1,433,200
• Awarded HVAC replacement contract to Trane U.S. Inc. for $1,353,665

Board of Adjustment

The Board will review new applications for a social organization and art gallery at 386 & 390 Lakeview Avenue. It will also consider a re-subdivision for the Ukrainian Cultural Center of Clifton, Inc. Continued hearings are scheduled for developments on Lexington Avenue and Piaget Avenue.

• Major site plan for Palestinian American Community Center at 386 & 390 Lakeview Ave
• Re-subdivision and use variances for Ukrainian Cultural Center of Clifton, Inc. at 110 Vincent Drive
• Continued hearing for Lexington Partners, LLC development at 340 Lexington Ave
• Continued hearing for a 4-unit residential building at 347 Piaget Avenue

The Board of Adjustment dismissed the Ukrainian Cultural Center's application without prejudice due to defective notice that omitted a parking variance, requiring the applicant to re-notice and restart the hearing. The Board also granted four variance resolutions for residential projects and adopted the 2020 Annual Report. Two continued hearings and one new hearing were postponed to future meetings.

• Dismissed Ukrainian Cultural Center application without prejudice (7-0)
• Granted Andrew Zurawski variances for second floor addition at 91 Ridgewood Road
• Granted Steven Youssef setback variance for above-ground pool at 26 Rosedale Avenue
• Granted Nilesh Ragha rear yard setback variance for sunroom at 80 Luisser Street
• Granted B.I.J.1. Holdings variances for second floor addition at 473 Highland Avenue
• Adopted 2020 Annual Report of the Zoning Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing several new variance requests for residential additions and pool installations. They are also continuing a hearing for a multi-family building on Piaget Avenue and adopting the 2020 Annual Report.

• Variance request for height, lot area, and parking at 340 Lexington Ave
• Proposed 4-unit residential building at 347 Piaget Avenue (continued)
• Second floor addition variance for 91 Ridgewood Road
• Above-ground pool setback variance for 26 Rosedale Avenue
• Resolution granting mixed-use development at 802 Van Houten Avenue

City Council

The Clifton City Council is meeting to review an emergency budget resolution regarding the American Rescue Plan Act and police department salary adjustments. The agenda also includes discussions on cannabis legalization, the reopening of City Hall, and outdoor dining requirements. Additionally, the council will consider various contract awards for infrastructure projects and service renewals.

• Emergency budget resolution related to the American Rescue Plan Act (R154-21)
• Contract award to Lara's General Contractor LLC for Forstmann Court improvements (R158-21)
• Ordinance setting police officer salaries for 2021 through 2025 (O-7637-21)
• Contract award to Route 23 Automall LLC for four Ford F550 trucks (R161-21)
• Sewer charge refund for property at 1299 Valley Road (R173-21)

The Clifton Municipal Council adopted three ordinances, including one setting police superior officer salaries for 2021-2025, and approved a claims list totaling $8,791,161.48. It also introduced four ordinances for future public hearings, including one to create a Public Health Nurse - Pediatrics position. A resolution to appropriate $1,000,000 for the American Rescue Plan Act was tabled, and a resolution for a $150,000 capital improvement emergency appropriation was adopted.

• Adopted Ordinance 7636-21, deleting one restricted handicapped parking space.
• Adopted Ordinance 7637-21, adding three restricted handicapped parking spaces.
• Adopted Ordinance 7638-21, setting police superior officer salaries for 2021-2025 (4-0-1-2, Gibson abstained).
• Introduced Ordinance 7639-21, deleting three restricted handicapped parking spaces, for a public hearing on April 21, 2021.
• Introduced Ordinance 7640-21, expanding exceptions to vendor certification for claims, for a public hearing on April 21, 2021 (4-1-0-2, Sadrakula voted nay).
• Introduced Ordinance 7641-21, amending stormwater control requirements, for a public hearing on April 21, 2021.
• Introduced Ordinance 7642-21, creating a Public Health Nurse - Pediatrics title and compensation, for a public hearing on April 21, 2021.
• Approved claims totaling $8,791,161.48 (5-1-0-1, Sadrakula voted nay).

Planning Board

The Clifton Planning Board is holding a special virtual meeting to consider subdivision and variances. The session will address the Meridia Regency on Valley, Clifton LLC project.

• Subdivision and variances for Meridia Regency on Valley, Clifton LLC at 1091-1175 Valley Road

Planning Board

The board will consider resolutions for a lot subdivision on Trimble Avenue and a site plan for Summit Medical Group on Broad Street. A continued hearing is scheduled regarding a 266-room dual brand hotel at the Hoffman LaRoche Campus. New hearings are also set for a site plan at Clifton Avenue and Paulison Avenue.

• 3 lot subdivision for 215-217 Trimble Ave, LLC
• Site plan and variances for Summit Medical Group at 1255 Broad Street
• Continued hearing for a 266-room dual brand hotel at ON3 (Hoffman LaRoche Campus)
• New site plan approval for 691 Clifton Avenue and 839 Paulison Avenue

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing applications for property redevelopments, including new residential construction on Lexington Ave and Piaget Avenue. New hearings include requests for deck and air conditioning unit variances. Several resolutions were granted regarding property subdivisions, additions, and fence installations.

• Proposed demolition of 802 Van Houten Ave gas station to build a deli and eight apartments
• Request by Lexington Partners, LLC for height and lot coverage variances at 340 Lexington Ave
• Proposal to construct a 4-unit residential building at 347 Piaget Avenue
• Resolution granting a use variance for retail/residential use at 253 Vernon Avenue
• Resolution approving a second floor addition at 33 Belmont Avenue

The Board of Adjustment granted Quicks Realty LLC a use variance and bulk variances to demolish existing buildings at 802 Van Houten Avenue and construct a two-story building with a delicatessen, four one-bedroom apartments, and 20 parking spaces. The approval was subject to conditions including delivery time limits, buffering of air-conditioner units, and Passaic County Planning Board approval. The Board also denied a use variance for a basement powder room at 150 South Parkway by operation of law, as the motion received only four of the required five affirmative votes.

• Granted Quicks Realty LLC use and bulk variances for a mixed-use building with a delicatessen and 4 apartments at 802 Van Houten Avenue (7-0).
• Denied Ben and Sarah Cohen's use variance for a basement powder room at 150 South Parkway (4-3, failed to reach required 5 votes).
• Granted Cesar Santos bulk variances to extend a rear deck and install an AC unit at 582 Clifton Avenue (7-0).
• Granted Francisco Franco lot coverage and combined side yard variances to finish a second floor at 20 Whitmore Place (7-0).
• Adopted resolutions granting variances for properties at 207 Lakeview Avenue, 33 Belmont Avenue, 20 Lincoln Avenue, 44 Sperling Road, 253 Vernon Avenue, and 106 Pershing Road.
• Continued hearings for Lexington Partners LLC (340 Lexington Avenue) and Michael Ponce (347 Piaget Avenue) to future meetings.

City Council

The council will review resolutions for temporary increases to the municipal and sewer budgets. The agenda also includes contract awards for Hazel Street improvements and HVAC equipment repairs. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances regarding police salaries and parking changes.

• Temporary budget increases for the Clifton Municipal Budget and Sewer Utility
• Sewer emergency repairs at Weasel Brook Culvert on Fornelius Avenue
• Contract awards for Hazel Street improvements
• Ordinance to set Police Department officer salaries through 2025
• License renewals for car lots, vending machines, and limousine services

The Clifton City Council approved a claims list totaling $4,852,645.37, with Mayor Anzaldi abstaining. It awarded a $629,820 contract to DS Meyer Enterprises for Hazel Street improvements and a $55,933.50 contract to Ben Schaffer Recreation for a pavilion at Schultheis Farm. The council also introduced four ordinances, including one setting police superior officer salaries through 2025, and approved a special emergency resolution for $11,788,488 in pension obligations.

• Approved claims list totaling $4,852,645.37 (6-0-1, Mayor abstained)
• Awarded Hazel Street improvements contract to DS Meyer Enterprises for $629,820
• Awarded contract to Ben Schaffer Recreation for a pavilion at Schultheis Farm for $55,933.50 (5-1-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 7635-21 adding Wonham Street to no-parking list (6-0-1)
• Introduced Ordinance 7636-21 to delete one handicapped parking space (6-0-1)
• Introduced Ordinance 7637-21 to add three handicapped parking spaces (6-0-1)
• Introduced Ordinance 7638-21 setting police superior officer salaries for 2021-2025 (6-0-1)
• Approved special emergency resolution for $11,788,488 in pension obligations

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing various applications for residential additions, fence modifications, and commercial conversions. Ongoing discussions include proposed multi-unit developments on Piaget Avenue and Van Houten Avenue. The Board also granted resolutions for office expansion and a new mixed-use building on Main Avenue.

• Proposed 4-story building at 340 Lexington Ave involving multiple bulk variances
• Proposal for a 4-unit residential building at 347 Piaget Avenue
• Plan to replace a former gas station with a delicatessen and eight apartments at 802 Van Houten Ave
• Proposed conversion of a daycare center into a retail grocery and gift store at 253 Vernon Ave
• Granted use variance for a new liquor store and three residential units at 1025 Main Avenue

The Clifton Board of Adjustment approved all seven applications before it, including a minor subdivision and use variance for John Pilkin et al. to correct a property encroachment at 203 & 207 Lakeview Avenue, and a use variance for Ercihan Ozcan to convert a former daycare at 253 Vernon Avenue into a retail grocery and gift store. The board also granted variances for second-floor additions, fences, and other residential improvements, all by unanimous votes. Several other applications were continued to future meetings.

• Approved minor subdivision, use variance, and bulk variances for John Pilkin, Mohammad Tammous, and Sophia Dalia at 203 & 207 Lakeview Avenue to correct a property encroachment.
• Approved variances for Daniel Mayer at 33 Belmont Avenue for a second-floor addition, including front, side, and combined side yard setbacks and lot coverage.
• Approved a fence variance for Guido Papa at 20 Lincoln Avenue, allowing a 5-foot solid fence with 1-foot lattice (total 6 feet) in rear and side yards.
• Approved a fence variance for Will Bishop at 44 Sperling Road, allowing a 5-foot solid fence with 1-foot lattice (total 6 feet) along the rear property line.
• Approved a use variance for Ercihan Ozcan at 253 Vernon Avenue to convert a former daycare to a retail grocery and gift store, with hours limited to 10 A.M. to 6 P.M., seven days a week.
• Approved variances for Atit D. Raval at 106 Pershing Road for a second-story addition and enclosed front entry, including front and side yard setbacks.
• Adopted resolutions granting variances for Vincent Saraceno at 1131 Main Avenue and Jai Sai Baba, LLC at 1025 Main Avenue.
• Continued hearings for Lexington Partners, Michael Ponce, Quicks Realty, and Ben and Sarah Cohen to future meetings.

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including sewer emergency repairs on Paulison Avenue. The agenda also includes a $50,000 budget request from the Clifton Public Library and redevelopment agreements for the Black Prince Distillery area.

• Redevelopment agreement for Black Prince Distillery Redevelopment Area
• Sanitary sewer emergency at Paulison Avenue between Madison and DeMott Avenues
• $50,000 budget request from Clifton Public Library to offset a shortfall
• Ordinance to replace the city's Stormwater Control code
• Permission to advertise bids for Weasel Brook Culvert rehabilitation

The Clifton City Council approved a redevelopment agreement with Clifton Station Developers, LLC for the Black Prince Distillery site, designating the firm as redeveloper. The council also adopted two ordinances, including a new stormwater control code and an amendment to the Schultheis Farm lease, and approved a $90,000 legal services contract for the Hoffman-LaRoche redevelopment. Several resolutions were passed, including budget transfers, emergency sewer work ratifications, and tax refunds for disabled veterans.

• Approved redevelopment agreement with Clifton Station Developers, LLC for Black Prince Distillery (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7633-21 replacing Stormwater Control chapter (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7634-21 amending Schultheis Farm lease to City Green, Inc. (7-0)
• Awarded $90,000 legal services contract to Kaufman Semeraro & Liebman for Hoffman-LaRoche redevelopment (6-1)
• Approved $628,500 in budget transfers for 2020 appropriation reserves (5-2)
• Ratified emergency sewer work at Weasel Brook Culvert, up to $86,566.99
• Ratified emergency sewer work on Paulison Avenue, up to $16,095.85
• Approved tax refunds for disabled veterans totaling $51,096.50, $2,714.02, $4,964.42, and $3,800.42

Board of Adjustment

The meeting included hearings for various residential and commercial developments, such as a mixed-use building on Main Avenue and an office addition on Main Avenue. The Board also granted applications for an industrial building at 20 Somerset Place and roadway construction at 340 Kingsland Street.

• Proposed liquor store and three residential units at 1025 Main Avenue
• Proposed deli and eight apartments at 802 Van Houten Ave
• Approved industrial, warehouse, and office development at 20 Somerset Place
• Approved private roadways and LED street lights at 340 Kingsland Street
• Proposed four-unit residential building at 347 Piaget Avenue (continued to March 2021)

The Board of Adjustment approved two new applications and adopted two resolutions. Jai Sai Baba, LLC received approval for a mixed-use building with a liquor store and three apartments at 1025 Main Avenue, subject to an $18,000 payment to the Main Avenue Parking Trust. Vincent Saraceno received approval for a two-story office addition at 1131 Main Avenue, subject to a $7,500 payment to the parking trust. The Board also adopted resolutions granting approvals for 20 Somerset Place and 340 Kingsland Street. Several other applications were continued to future meetings.

• Approved Jai Sai Baba, LLC mixed-use building at 1025 Main Ave (5-0)
• Approved Vincent Saraceno office addition at 1131 Main Ave (5-0)
• Adopted resolution granting 20 Somerset Place, LLC flex industrial building
• Adopted resolution granting PB Nutclif Master, LLC private roadways at 340 Kingsland St
• Continued Lexington Partners, LLC hearing to April 7, 2021
• Continued Michael Ponce hearing to March 3, 2021
• Continued Quicks Realty LLC hearing to March 17, 2021
• Continued John Pilkin et al. hearing to March 3, 2021

City Council

The City Council will review amendments to the 2019 CDBG Action Plan involving $738,359 in CARES Act funds. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding redevelopment and stormwater control. Additionally, council members will discuss indoor dining hours of operation.

• Amendment to 2019 CDBG Action Plan for $738,359 in CARES Act funding
• First reading of the Clifton HLR Redevelopment Plan - Phase III ordinance
• Contract award for Dundee Island perimeter fence installation
• Adoption of a revised Stormwater Control Ordinance
• Discussion regarding indoor dining hours of operation

The Clifton City Council approved a $984,440 contract to Granada Construction for Hazel Street area curb and sidewalk improvements, funded by NJDOT State Aid. The council also adopted two ordinances: one removing a handicapped parking space and another setting Fire Department salaries and benefits for 2021-2024. Several professional service contracts were awarded, including labor counsel services, site remediation, and stormwater mapping.

• Approved $984,440 Hazel Street curb/sidewalk contract to Granada Construction (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7631-21 removing a restricted handicapped parking space (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7632-21 setting Fire Department salaries/benefits 2021-2024 (6-0)
• Awarded $150,000 labor counsel contract to DeCotiis, FitzPatrick, Cole & Giblin (5-1)
• Awarded $43,999.20 Dundee Island fence installation to Fox Fence Enterprises (6-0)
• Awarded $99,270 site remediation contract to Environmental Resolutions, Inc. (6-0)
• Awarded $138,650 stormwater mapping contract to Maser Consulting PA (6-0)
• Approved $33,456,331.05 in claims (6-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Clifton Board of Adjustment is reviewing several applications for new construction and property changes. Proposals include a multi-use building with a deli and apartments, as well as industrial flex space. The board also addressed ongoing requests regarding building setbacks and roadway developments.

• Proposal to replace a gas station and house with a deli and eight apartments at 802 Van Houten Ave
• Application for a 'flex industrial' building at 20 Somerset Place
• Request for private roadways and LED street lights at 340 Kingsland Street
• Proposal for a 4-unit residential building at 347 Piaget Avenue
• Granted variance for an addition and deck at 138 Stanley Street

The Board of Adjustment approved two major applications. 20 Somerset Place, LLC received a use variance and site plan approval to demolish a non-conforming residence and build a flex industrial building. PB Nutclif Master, LLC received a use variance and site plan approval to construct private roadways and install LED street lights on the ON3 campus. Both approvals were unanimous (7-0) and subject to conditions. Several other applications were continued to future meetings.

• Granted 20 Somerset Place, LLC use variance and site plan for flex industrial building (7-0)
• Granted PB Nutclif Master, LLC use variance and site plan for private roadways and LED lights (7-0)
• Adopted resolution granting Giovanna Intili variances for addition at 138 Stanley Street
• Adopted resolution granting Rajiv Shah variances for driveway and garage conversion at 126 Abbe Lane
• Continued Lexington Partners, LLC hearing to February 17, 2021
• Continued Michael Ponce hearing to March 3, 2021
• Continued Quicks Realty LLC hearing to February 17, 2021
• Continued John Pilkin, et al. hearing to February 17, 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider the adoption of the Clifton HLR Redevelopment Plan Phase III and updates to fire department salaries. The meeting also includes resolutions for outdoor dining hours and utility extensions with PSE&G.

• Adoption of the Clifton HLR Redevelopment Plan - Phase III
• Ordinance updating fire department salaries and benefits through 2024
• Resolution establishing outdoor dining hours from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
• Ordinance amending various handicapped parking spaces
• Architectural services contract for fire stations 2, 4, and 6

The Clifton City Council approved a claims list totaling $20,781,231.40 and adopted three ordinances amending handicapped parking regulations. It also introduced two ordinances for future consideration, including one setting fire department salaries for 2021-2024, and tabled a redevelopment plan ordinance. Several resolutions were passed, including authorizing purchases and professional service contracts.

• Approved claims list totaling $20,781,231.40 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7628-21 deleting one handicapped parking space (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7629-21 adding six handicapped parking spaces (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7630-21 deleting six handicapped parking spaces (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 7622-21 (Clifton HLR Redevelopment Plan Phase III) (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 7631-21 deleting one handicapped parking space (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 7632-21 setting fire department salaries 2021-2024 (6-0)
• Approved budget transfers of $152,200 (5-1)

Planning Board

The Clifton Planning Board will consider final site plan approvals and new development hearings. These include projects for medical facilities and a pedestrian skybridge.

• Final site plan approval for an ambulatory care building and parking garage at the ON3 Hoffman LaRoche Campus
• Proposed access easement for 506 Mt. Prospect Avenue
• Continued hearing for a 266-room dual brand hotel at the ON3 Hoffman LaRoche Campus
• Four-lot subdivision for 231 Barkley Ave
• Site plan for an elevated pedestrian skybridge at 340 Kingsland Street

The Clifton Planning Board approved preliminary site plan approval for PB Nutcliff Master, LLC's ambulatory care building and parking garage, denied John Caggia's proposed subdivision and variance at 506 Mt. Prospect Avenue, and extended 610 Brighton Road, LLC's approval through January 23, 2022. The board also approved a skybridge site plan and a change of retail space to educational space for Kingsland Street Urban Renewal LLC, and denied a 4-lot subdivision at 231 Barkley Ave. Two matters were carried to the February 25, 2021 meeting.

• Approved preliminary site plan for PB Nutcliff Master, LLC ambulatory care building and parking garage
• Denied John Caggia's subdivision and variance at 506 Mt. Prospect Avenue
• Extended 610 Brighton Road, LLC approval through January 23, 2022
• Denied 4-lot subdivision at 231 Barkley Ave (7-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved skybridge site plan for Kingsland Street Urban Renewal LLC (unanimous)
• Approved change of retail space to educational space for Kingsland Street Urban Renewal LLC (opposed by City Manager Villano)
• Carried PB Nutcliff Master, LLC dual brand hotel to February 25, 2021
• Carried Summit Medical Group site plan to February 25, 2021

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing several applications for property changes, including requests for increased building height and reduced parking at 340 Lexington Avenue. Other items include proposals to convert a former gas station into apartments and residential additions in various neighborhoods. Several applications were continued to a future meeting date.

• Variance request for 4 stories and 42 parking spaces at 340 Lexington Ave
• Proposal to replace a gas station with a deli and eight apartments at 802 Van Houten Ave
• Request for a second-floor addition at 138 Stanley Street
• Approval of a conditional use variance for a juice bar at 729 Van Houten Avenue
• Approval of driveway widening at 272 Urma Avenue

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the Clifton HLR Redevelopment Plan - Phase III and authorizing emergency mold remediation at the Main Memorial Library. The agenda also includes amendments to salaries for confidential officials and updates to local handicapped parking regulations.

• Adoption of Clifton HLR Redevelopment Plan - Phase III
• Emergency mold remediation at Main Memorial Library
• Amendments to salaries for confidential officials
• Bids for Hazel Street curb and sidewalk improvements
• Rejection of bids for COVID-19 testing services

The Clifton City Council adopted Ordinance 7627-21, amending salaries for confidential officials and employees for 2021, with Councilwoman Sadrakula voting nay. The council also tabled Ordinance 7622-21, which would adopt the Clifton HLR Redevelopment Plan Phase III, and introduced three ordinances related to handicapped parking changes. Additionally, the council approved a $9.14 million claims list, awarded a special counsel contract for affordable housing litigation, and authorized several other resolutions including emergency mold remediation at the library.

• Adopted Ordinance 7627-21 amending salaries for confidential officials (6-1)
• Tabled Ordinance 7622-21 (HLR Redevelopment Plan Phase III) (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 7628-21 deleting 1 handicapped parking space (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 7629-21 adding 6 handicapped parking spaces (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 7630-21 deleting 6 handicapped parking spaces (7-0)
• Approved claims list totaling $9,144,515.50 (6-0-1, Mayor abstained)
• Awarded contract to DeCotiis, FitzPatrick, Cole & Giblin LLP for affordable housing counsel, not to exceed $10,000 (7-0)
• Approved emergency mold remediation at Main Memorial Library, not to exceed $105,227.45 (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The meeting includes hearings for various residential additions, driveway expansions, and new business uses. The Board will also address continued hearings for large-scale development projects and announce recent resolutions.

• Proposed 4-story building and parking changes at 340 Lexington Ave
• Request for a use variance for a "Juice Bar" restaurant at 729 Van Houten Ave
• Denial of a mixed-use building application for 453-463 Lexington Avenue
• Approval of a two-story addition at 59 Ravona Street
• Approval of a truck repair use variance at 431 Allwood Road

The Clifton Board of Adjustment granted seven variance applications and denied one, all by unanimous votes. Approved projects include driveway expansions, a fence, a garage conversion, a third-floor apartment rebuild, a second-floor addition, a rear addition, and a juice bar restaurant. The board denied a proposal to redevelop a former gas station into a mixed-use building with 12 residential units at 453-463 Lexington Avenue. Two hearings were continued to future meetings, and the board reorganized for 2021, re-electing Mark Zecchino as Chairman and Gerard Scorziello as Vice-Chairman.

• Denied JOHAN KAFIL & TSUNGAS PETROLEUM, INC. application for mixed-use building at 453-463 Lexington Ave
• Granted Kenneth Vargas driveway expansion variances at 272 Urma Ave (7-0)
• Granted Susan Stempler fence variance at 15 Nugent Dr, with 5-ft solid fence plus 1-ft lattice stipulation (7-0)
• Granted Dov Kreitzman garage-to-office conversion variance at 354 Rutherford Blvd (7-0)
• Granted Ali Musa use and bulk variances for third-floor apartment rebuild at 7 East 2nd St (7-0)
• Granted Avdi Krasniqi variances for second-floor addition at 173 Clinton Ave (7-0)
• Granted Avrohom Chemtob variances for rear addition and garage conversion at 133 South Pkwy (7-0)
• Granted Alcenia Valdez conditional use variance for juice bar restaurant at 729 Van Houten Ave (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several 2021 annual financial resolutions and temporary budgets. The agenda includes a first reading of the Clifton HLR Redevelopment Plan - Phase II ordinance and a public hearing for the Historic Botany District budget. The council will also review second reading ordinances regarding changes to street-side handicapped parking.

• Adoption of 2021 annual financial resolutions and temporary budgets
• First reading of the Clifton HLR Redevelopment Plan - Phase II ordinance
• Second reading ordinances for changes to street-side handicapped parking
• Contract awards for municipal auditing, bond counsel, and medical services
• Final payment and closeout for Bonsal Preserve Sewer Improvements

The Clifton City Council approved several major expenditures and ordinances at its January 5, 2021 meeting. This included a $1,128,789.18 contract for a new aerial ladder fire apparatus, a $570,670.90 claims list, and temporary budgets for 2021 for both the municipal and sewer utility operations. The council also adopted four ordinances related to handicapped parking and a right-of-way agreement, and tabled a redevelopment plan ordinance.

• Approved $1,128,789.18 contract for new aerial ladder fire apparatus (7-0)
• Approved $570,670.90 claims list (7-0)
• Adopted 2021 temporary municipal budget of $29,821,813.03 (7-0)
• Adopted 2021 temporary sewer utility budget of $2,425,526.25 (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing right-of-way agreement with SQF, LLC (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance deleting 1 handicapped parking space (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance adding 9 restricted handicapped parking spaces (7-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 7622-20 on Clifton HLR Redevelopment Plan Phase III (7-0)