Clinton public meetings in 2025

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Town Council will approve the December 10 meeting minutes and consider public comments and mayoral remarks. It will adopt Resolution #183-25 opposing A-919/S-1518, which would restrict public‑services privatization contracts. The Council will also authorize the administrator to sign NJDEP consent forms for sewer‑main upgrades at Lower Center Street and Main Street for the Spruce Run Apartments project, transfer $49,200 among 2025 appropriations, and hire Ryan G. Bibbo as a police officer at a salary of $65,480.61.

• Resolution #183-25: Opposes A-919/S-1518 legislation on public‑services privatization contracts
• Resolution #184-25: Authorizes consent for NJDEP Treatment Works Approval for sewer upgrades at Lower Center St & Main St for Spruce Run Apartments
• Resolution #185-25: Transfers $49,200 among 2025 appropriations (e.g., $30,000 to Police salary & wages, $48,000 to Health Insurance, etc.)
• Resolution #186-25: Hires Ryan G. Bibbo as a new police officer at $65,480.61 annual salary
• Refund item: Annual food license refund for Sweet Treats ice‑cream truck (county to issue starting 2026)

The Town of Clinton Council approved refunds for a food‑truck permit and a tenant water bill. It adopted Resolution #183-25 opposing A‑919/S‑1518, which would affect public‑services privatization contracts. The Council also authorized the administrator to sign NJDEP consent for the Spruce Run Apartments project, transferred $49,200 between 2025 appropriations, and hired Ryan G. Bibbo as a new police officer. Standby/overtime and routine bill payments were also approved.

• Approved refund of food‑truck permit payment (all ayes)
• Approved refund of tenant water account (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution #183-25 opposing A‑919/S‑1518 (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution #184-25 authorizing NJDEP consent for Spruce Run Apartments (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution #185-25 transferring $49,200 between 2025 appropriations (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution #186-25 hiring Ryan G. Bibbo as police officer at $65,480.61 salary (all ayes)
• Approved standby and overtime as submitted (all ayes)
• Approved payment of bills as listed (all ayes)

Environmental Commission Agenda

The Clinton Environmental Commission will consider its final 2025 budget expenditures and adopt the annual report. The meeting will also include updates on council initiatives such as the SWAC meeting, lighting ordinance, Beyond Plastics pledge, and Monarch Butterfly pledge. Additional items include a discussion of a recycling flyer and the proposed 2026 Green Team membership schedule.

• Final 2025 Budget Expenditures
• Annual Report
• Council Liaison Report – SWAC Meeting Update, Lighting Ordinance Update, Beyond Plastics, Monarch Butterfly Pledge
• Discussion of Recycling Flyer
• 2026 Environmental Commission / Green Team Membership and proposed meeting dates

The commission approved the November 2025 meeting minutes and adopted a resolution supporting state packaging‑waste legislation. It approved the Monarch Butterfly Pledge, Walgreens signage, a residential use application, the Clinton House ballroom expansion, and the five‑year community forestry management plan. Surplus budget funds were allocated to pollinator gardens and bluebird houses.

• Approved November 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adopted resolution supporting state legislation to reduce packaging waste
• Approved Monarch Butterfly Pledge for 2025
• Approved Walgreens signage with lighting restrictions
• Approved residential use at Center Street and Leigh Street building
• Approved expansion of Clinton House ballroom and addition of 9‑11 hotel rooms
• Approved Five‑Year Community Forestry Management Plan
• Allocated surplus budget funds to pollinator gardens and bluebird houses

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Town Council will vote on a collective bargaining agreement with TOC and PBA Local 188. The meeting includes appointments for 2026 and resolutions regarding the annual town bonfire. Other business includes a water agreement with Lebanon Borough.

• Collective bargaining agreement with TOC and PBA Local 188
• Water agreement with Lebanon Borough
• Contract award to Office Concepts Group
• Resolution permitting fireworks and BYO at the annual town bonfire
• Support for NJ legislation for packaging reduction

The Council adopted a settlement agreement with the Borough of Lebanon, resolving the pending legal dispute. It also appointed a Statewide Insurance Fund Commissioner and a Risk Management Consultant, and approved fireworks and BYO alcohol for the Jan. 31, 2026 town bonfire. Additionally, the Council passed a resolution urging the state to enact the Packaging Product Stewardship Act, with one dissenting vote.

• Approved settlement agreement with Borough of Lebanon (all ayes)
• Appointed Richard Phelan as Fund Commissioner and Suzannah Givone as alternate (all ayes)
• Appointed Brown and Brown as Risk Management Consultant (all ayes)
• Approved fireworks display at Jan. 31, 2026 town bonfire (all ayes)
• Approved BYO alcohol at Hunts Mill Park during town bonfire (all ayes)
• Adopted resolution supporting NJ Packaging Product Stewardship Act (all ayes except Mr. Bruno nay)
• Approved refund for a Temporary Food Permit (all ayes)

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Council will adopt a $325 annual flat‑rate for each solid‑waste unit. It will approve amendments to the collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 469. It will authorize the issuance and sale of notes totaling up to $7,790,000 to finance the West Main Street Water Main Replacement Project. An executive session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation and attorney advice.

• Resolution #169‑25 – sets annual solid‑waste unit cost at $325 per unit
• Resolution #170‑25 – amends the Town’s agreement with Teamsters Local 469 on several article provisions
• Resolution #171‑25 – authorizes issuance of notes up to $7,790,000 for the West Main Street water main replacement
• Resolution #172‑25 – calls an executive session to discuss pending litigation and attorney advice
• Appointment of Kyle Walsh as 2nd alternate to the Recreation Committee

The Town Council approved the minutes from the November 12 meeting. It appointed Kyle Walsh as a 24‑hour alternate to the Recreation Committee. The council adopted a $325 annual flat‑rate solid‑waste fee and amended the Teamsters Local 469 collective‑bargaining agreement. It also authorized the issuance and sale of notes totaling up to $7,790,000 to finance the West Main Street water‑main replacement project.

• Approved November 12 minutes (all ayes)
• Appointed Kyle Walsh as 24‑hour alternate to Recreation Committee (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution #169-25 setting solid‑waste unit cost at $325 (ayes: Bruno, Kashwick, Padmos, Stentz, Traphagen, Kovach; nay: Perloff)
• Adopted Resolution #170-25 amending Teamsters Local 469 contract (ayes: Kashwick, Padmos, Perloff, Stentz, Traphagen, Kovach; Bruno abstained)
• Adopted Resolution #171-25 authorizing issuance of notes up to $7,790,000 for water‑main project (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution #169-2025 establishing flat‑rate solid‑waste cost (motion carried)

Shade Tree Commission Agenda

The Clinton Shade Tree Commission will approve October 2025 minutes and hear reports from the Council Liaison and Environmental Commission. It will discuss a five‑year forestry update, updates on infrastructure and Kings Crossing grants, a tree‑takedown update, and plans to add a shade‑tree request form to its website.

• Five‑year forestry update
• Infrastructure grant update
• Kings Crossing grant update
• Tree takedown update
• Add shade‑tree request form to commission website

The commission approved the October 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the 5-year forestry update. The board noted a surplus of about $1,000 that could fund one additional tree. The December 2025 meeting was cancelled and the next meeting is set for January 15, 2026.

• Approved October 2025 minutes
• Approved 5-year forestry update
• Cancelled December 2025 meeting (next meeting Jan. 15, 2026)

Historic Commission Agenda

The Historic Preservation Commission will review and approve the October meeting minutes. It will hold a working session on the disbursement of plaque flyers. The body will consider sponsoring a tree for the Red Mill Museum holiday village and set holiday attire and timing for Dickens Day. A proposal for a large Gebhardt Field sign will also be discussed.

• Approve October meeting minutes
• Working session on disbursement of plaque flyers
• Consider sponsoring a tree for Red Mill Museum holiday village
• Decide holiday attire and schedule for Dickens Day
• Review proposal for large Gebhardt Field sign

The Clinton Historic Preservation Commission chose November 22 as the date to decorate the mill’s tree for the upcoming festival. Members were given holiday attire for street walking during Dickens Days. The commission discussed a new artwork/logo for the sign at Gebhardt Field. The meeting was adjourned after a motion by Norma Kania, seconded by Susan Courtney.

• Set tree‑decorating date for festival: November 22 (no vote recorded)
• Distributed holiday attire to members (completed)
• Discussed artwork/logo for Gebhardt Field sign (discussion only)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed, no vote tally)

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Town Council adopted several resolutions, including awarding Underground Utilities Corporation a $2,544,815 contract for the West Main Street Water Main Replacement – Phase III. It also approved Change Order #3 for the Police Department renovation, raising the contract to $4,768,523.77. Additional actions approved a water‑capacity reservation for 4,033 GPD, the sale of surplus municipal property via an online auction, and transfers of $13,000 between 2025 appropriations.

• Award contract to Underground Utilities Corp for West Main Street Water Main Replacement‑Phase III, $2,544,815.00
• Approve Change Order #3 for Police Department Renovation, increasing contract to $4,768,523.77 (extra $133,117.16 and $61,406.61)
• Approve Water Capacity Reservation Application #L25‑05 for 4,033 GPD through Oct 22 2026
• Authorize online auction of surplus personal property (e.g., 1999 Gandy Seeder, 2001 American LaFrance pumper, 2011 Dodge Charger, etc.) via GovDeals.com
• Authorize transfer of $13,000 between 2025 appropriations (Legal‑Other Expenses, Streets & Roads‑Salary & Wages, Vehicle Maintenance‑Other Expenses, etc.)

The council voted to approve the regular meeting minutes from October 22, 2025. They also approved the appointment of Christine Byrne as an alternate member of the Clinton Recreation Committee. Both motions passed with all ayes.

• Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Appointed Christine Byrne as Alternate to the Clinton Recreation Committee (all ayes)

Environmental Commission Agenda

The Environmental Commission will meet to review minutes from October 2025 and debrief on a Sustainable Hunterdon meeting held in Clinton. The body will also discuss a recycling flyer.

• Debrief on Sustainable Hunterdon Meeting in Clinton
• Discussion of Recycling Flyer

The Environmental Commission approved the October 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The commission reported on the Sustainable Hunterdon debrief, pending revisions to a recycling flyer, and the approval of the Shade Tree Commission’s five‑year forestry plan. It noted $1,000 remaining from a county infrastructure grant and set the schedule for monthly meetings in 2026, with a January adjustment for Martin Luther King Day.

• Approved October 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set monthly meetings for 2026 on third Monday, adjusting January for Martin Luther King Day

Land Use Board Agenda

The Clinton Land Use Board will approve the minutes from its October 7 meeting and consider two variance requests: a side‑yard setback variance for an addition at 11 Messig Road, and a use variance to convert first‑floor commercial space into a fourth apartment at 14 & 14.5 West Main Street. The board will also conduct a completeness review of the West Main Street site plan, discuss any public comments, and approve any pending vouchers.

• Approval of October 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Resolution #25-15‑Block 8.04 Lot 4 – side‑yard setback variance for an addition at 11 Messig Road
• Completeness review for Block 6 Lot 23 – use variance to convert first‑floor commercial space into a fourth apartment at 14 & 14.5 West Main Street (preliminary & final site plan)
• Voucher approval (no amount specified)
• Executive session (if needed) and public comment

The board approved the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted a resolution granting a C‑variance for 11 Messig Road (Block 8.03, Lot 4). The board adopted the completeness review recommendations, granted permanent and temporary waivers for the Potterstown LLC project on West Main Street, and declared the application incomplete pending further information. Finally, the board approved vouchers for payment.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (all Ayes)
• Approved Block 8.03 Lot 4 – 11 Messig Road C‑variance (all Ayes)
• Adopted completeness review recommendations, granted permanent and temporary waivers, and deemed Potterstown LLC application incomplete (all Ayes)
• Approved vouchers for payment (all Ayes)

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Mayor and Council will vote on Resolution #160‑25, which authorizes execution of a settlement agreement with CRC Communities at Headley Farm Estates concerning water reservations for a proposed 400‑unit residential project at 106 Annandale‑High Bridge Road. The settlement addresses the extension of Water Reservation #L21‑08 and additional reservations needed for the project, ending pending litigation. The meeting also includes routine items such as appointing Marie Kelly to the Board of Health and noting the upcoming 39th Annual Clinton Christmas Parade.

• Appointment of Marie Kelly to the Board of Health
• Resolution #160‑25 authorizes execution of settlement with CRC Communities for water reservations tied to a 400‑unit project at 106 Annandale‑High Bridge Road
• Water Reservation #L21‑08 (19,670 gpd) expired; Water Reservation #L23‑09 (26,720 gpd) set to expire Dec 13 2026
• Special event: 39th Annual Clinton Christmas Parade scheduled for Friday, Dec 5 2025
• Approval of minutes from the regular and executive session meeting on Oct 8 2025

The council adopted Resolution #160-25, authorizing execution of a settlement agreement and release with CRC Headley Farms, and also adopted Resolution #160-2025 covering the same settlement. They appointed Marie Kelly to the Clinton Board of Health, approved the 39th Annual Christmas Parade, and approved standby and overtime as well as payment of bills. All motions carried unanimously except the approval of the October 8, 2025 minutes, where Councilman Bruno abstained.

• Adopted Resolution #160-25 settlement agreement (unanimous ayes)
• Adopted Resolution #160-2025 settlement agreement (unanimous ayes)
• Appointed Marie Kelly to Board of Health (unanimous ayes)
• Approved 39th Annual Christmas Parade (unanimous ayes)
• Approved Standby and Overtime (unanimous ayes)
• Approved payment of bills (unanimous ayes)
• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (Bruno abstained, motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous ayes)

Shade Tree Commission Agenda

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss revising the 5‑year Forestry plan, which must be fixed in four parts before it can be resubmitted. They will also receive updates on the town's Infrastructure Grant and the Kings Crossing Grant. A request will be considered to add the removal of two dead ash trees at the Hunts Mill entrance to the takedown list. The commission will review a Cranford Shade Tree Commission website form for future shade‑tree requests.

• Revise 5‑year Forestry plan (fix four parts) before applying for Green Infrastructure Grant (eligible 2029)
• Infrastructure Grant status update
• Kings Crossing Grant status update
• Add two dead ash trees at Hunts Mill entrance to takedown list
• Review Cranford Shade Tree Commission website form for shade‑tree requests

The commission assigned Kim to verify removal of two dead ash trees at Hunts Mill and a pine tree in Kings Crossing before adding them to the takedown list, which will be put out to bid in early November. Whitney and Claire will add a shade‑tree request form to the commission’s website in November. The commission also agreed to collect and clean water bags and store them in the town garage in November. No votes were taken.

• Kim to verify removal of dead ash trees at Hunts Mill before adding to takedown list (planned)
• Takedown list to be put out to bid for early November (planned)
• Whitney and Claire to add shade‑tree request form to website in November (planned)
• Commission to collect and clean water bags and store them in town garage in November (planned)
• Kim and Denise to revise the 5‑year Forestry plan and resubmit (ongoing)
• Kim to work on using any remaining Infrastructure Grant funds at commission discretion (ongoing)
• Kings Crossing Grant project reported complete (status update)
• Rutgers Nursery planted approximately 8 trees at the Knolls and Community Center (update)

Historic Commission Agenda

The Historic Preservation Commission will review and approve the September minutes and discuss updates on cemetery wagon sponsors and a holiday tree sponsorship program. The meeting will also include an outline for the upcoming cemetery tour.

• Review and approve September minutes
• Update on Cemetery wagon sponsors
• Cemetery tour outline
• Sponsor a tree at the Red Mill Museum holiday village
• Disbursement of plaque flyers update

The Historic Preservation Commission took a vote on a motion to sponsor a tree at the festival at the mill; the vote outcome was not recorded. The commission also finalized the outline for the cemetery tour and carriage tour. A motion to adjourn the meeting was approved.

• Motion to sponsor a tree at the festival at the mill – vote taken (outcome not recorded)
• Outline finalized for the cemetery tour and carriage tour
• Motion to adjourn the meeting – approved

Environmental Commission Agenda

The Clinton Environmental Commission will meet on October 13, 2025 via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of the September 2025 meeting minutes and a public comment period. Commissioners will discuss hosting a Sustainable Hunterdon meeting in Clinton, an offer to conduct a river cleanup, and a new recycling flyer. No decisions are indicated beyond discussion items.

• Approval of September 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of hosting Sustainable Hunterdon meeting in Clinton
• Discussion of offer to do a river cleanup
• Discussion of recycling flyer

The commission unanimously approved the September 2025 meeting minutes. It agreed to host Sustainable Hunterdon’s upcoming meeting on November 10 at 6:00 PM in Town Hall, with the commission’s regular meeting to follow. No other actions were decided.

• Approved September 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to host Sustainable Hunterdon meeting on Nov 10 at 6:00 PM at Town Hall
• Forwarded Moebus letter to Rich Phelan for follow‑up

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Town Council will consider several routine items, including approval of September meeting minutes and monthly reports. It will adopt Resolution #156-25 to record a $24,000.00 revenue item and matching appropriation from the Hunterdon County Local Law Enforcement Grant. It will also adopt Resolution #157-25 to award Underground Utilities a contract for the Water Main Replacement Route 78 Overpass at a bid price of $1,498,625.00.00.

• Resolution #156-25: Insert $24,000.00 as revenue and appropriation from Hunterdon County Local Law Enforcement Grant
• Resolution #157-25: Award contract to Underground Utilities for Water Main Replacement Route 78 Overpass at $1,498,625.00.00
• Approval of minutes from the regular and executive session meeting on September 24, 2025
• Approval of September monthly reports
• Public comments and mayor's comments scheduled

The council approved awarding the water main replacement contract to Underground Utilities for $1,498,625, with all members voting ayes. The council also adopted Resolution #157-25 to insert a $24,000 special revenue item from the Hunterdon County Law Enforcement Grant into the 2025 budget, also unanimously approved. Standby and overtime, as well as payment of bills, were approved with unanimous votes. Minutes and monthly reports were likewise approved unanimously.

• Approved award of water main replacement contract to Underground Utilities ($1,498,625) (unanimous ayes)
• Adopted Resolution #157-25 to insert $24,000 special revenue from Hunterdon County Law Enforcement Grant (unanimous ayes)
• Approved standby and overtime as submitted (unanimous ayes)
• Approved payment of bills attached to minutes (unanimous ayes)
• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous ayes)
• Approved September 2025 monthly reports (unanimous ayes)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for pending litigation (unanimous ayes)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous ayes)

Land Use Board Agenda

The Land Use Board agenda lists several meeting packets, including a planner review for Messig Road and a site plan document. The board will review these documents during the meeting. No specific decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Messig Road – Planner Review (PDF)
• Site Plan (PDF)

The Land Use Board granted a side‑yard setback variance for 11 Messig Road, allowing a two‑story addition. It also adopted a use variance for Block 9 Lot 4 to convert a building into two residential units. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved use variance for Block 9 Lot 4 (5‑0)
• Approved side‑yard setback variance for 11 Messig Road (7‑0)
• Approved September 2 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers for payment (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:25 pm (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission Agenda

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss updates to its 5‑year forestry plan, provide status reports on an infrastructure grant and a Kings Crossing grant, and review correspondence about low‑limb removal at 63 School St and 78 Center St. The commission will also appoint Mark Spanner as the town arborist. Routine items include approval of August 2025 minutes and liaison reports.

• Mark Spanner officially appointed as town arborist
• 5‑year Forestry plan update (due end of 2025)
• Infrastructure Grant update
• Kings Crossing Grant update
• Correspondence regarding low‑limb removal at 63 School St and 78 Center St

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Mayor and Council are deciding on several tax refunds, budget amendments for a tourism grant, and event permissions for Hunts Mill Park. The body is also coordinating the appraisal and potential purchase of 19 W. Main Street.

• Contract for special appraiser Russell Sterling not to exceed $5,000.00 for 19 W. Main Street
• Budget insertion of $9,450.00 from the Highlands Tourism Expansion Grant
• Tax refund of $2,300.45 for property owner at 26 Georges Place due to disabled veteran exemption
• Permission for BYO alcohol and fireworks at Hunts Mill Park for the Town Picnic on 9/27/25
• Conditional contract award to SIV Ambulances, LLC

The Town Council adopted resolutions allowing BYO alcoholic beverages and a fireworks display at the Hunts Mill Park picnic on September 27, 2025. It also approved the insertion of a $9,450 Highlands Tourism grant into the 2025 budget, a tax refund for a disabled‑veteran property owner, and the cancellation of taxes on an uncollectible parcel. Additionally, the council authorized hiring a special appraiser and approved several special‑event applications.

• Approved BYO alcohol at Hunts Mill Park picnic (Resolution #148-25) – all ayes
• Approved fireworks display at Hunts Mill Park picnic (Resolution #149-25) – all ayes
• Inserted $9,450 Highlands Tourism Expansion Grant into 2025 budget (Resolution #150-25) – all ayes
• Refunded $2,300.45 to disabled veteran property owner and removed future taxes (Resolution #151-25) – all ayes
• Cancelled $58.39 taxes on Block 31, Lot 37 (Resolution #152-25) – all ayes
• Authorized hiring of a special appraiser (Resolution #153-25) – ayes with NAY: Perloff
• Approved Citizen Involvement Application for Town Arborist (Mark Spanner) – all ayes
• Approved Special Event applications: In Their Shoes Family Walk/Run (Oct 25) and Day of the Dead (Nov 1) – all ayes

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Mayor and Council will consider several water capacity reservations and a water agreement for a residential and commercial project. The body is also deciding to reject all bids for the 43 Leigh Street storage barn repair due to costs exceeding the budget.

• Rejection of bids for 43 Leigh Street storage barn structural repair (lowest bid $394,681.00)
• Water agreement for Clinton Moebus 34, LLC (Block 14, Lot 32) for 56 townhomes and commercial units
• Refund of $388,500.00 and $399,000.00 to Spruce Run LIHTC 2, LLC
• Water capacity reservation for 96 affordable dwellings at 1726-1730 Route 31 North
• Approval of change orders for the Town of Clinton Police Department renovation project

The Council approved a resolution authorizing a water agreement to support a new residential development on Block 14, Lot 32. It also adopted a resolution rejecting all bids for the 43 Leigh Street storage barn structural repair because they exceeded the budget. Additional actions included approving a banner request, changing the wreath‑making event date, and confirming routine items such as meeting minutes and monthly reports.

• Adopted Resolution #135-25 authorizing water agreement for new housing project (ayes: Bruno, Kashwick, Perloff, Stentz, Traphagen, Kovach; Padmos recused)
• Adopted Resolution #136-25 rejecting bids for 43 Leigh Street storage barn repair (all ayes)
• Approved banner request for Dicken’s Days (all ayes)
• Approved date change for wreath‑making event to Nov 22, 2025 (all ayes)
• Approved water refund request (ayes: Bruno, Kashwick, Padmos, Perloff, Stentz, Traphagen, Kovach)
• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved August 2025 monthly reports (all ayes)

Environmental Commission Agenda

The Environmental Commission will meet to review reports from the Land Use Board and Shade Tree Commission. The body will discuss a lighting ordinance and a recycling flyer, alongside updates on Green Team initiatives.

• Flood Delineation Request for West Main Street
• CEPG Grant Implementation update
• Nocturnal Pollinator & Firefly Project planning
• Monarch Butterfly Pledge
• Lighting Ordinance discussion

The commission approved the July meeting minutes by unanimous consent. The scheduled dates for the October and November meetings were changed to October 13 and November 10, respectively. No other formal actions or votes were taken.

• Approved July meeting minutes (motion carried unanimously)
• Changed October meeting date from Oct 20 to Oct 13
• Changed November meeting date from Nov 17 to Nov 10

Land Use Board Agenda

The Land Use Board is meeting to review an application that includes architectural plans and a request for a variance. The provided agenda consists of meeting materials and application documents.

• Review of architectural plans
• Review of variance request
• Review of application summary

The board voted to approve a D1 use variance allowing residential use on the ground floor of 2‑4 Leigh Street, to grant a waiver of the site‑plan, and to approve a C‑1 variance for exceeding the permitted number of stories. The approvals are conditioned on obtaining DEP approval and a local flood‑hazard permit. The motion passed with all members voting aye. The board also approved the August 19, 2025 minutes, with one member abstaining.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (All Ayes, Viotto abstained)
• Approved D1 Use Variance for 2‑4 Leigh Street (All Ayes)
• Approved waiver of site‑plan for 2‑4 Leigh Street (All Ayes)
• Approved C‑1 variance for exceeding story limit (All Ayes)
• Conditioned all approvals on DEP and local flood‑hazard permit approvals (All Ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:15 pm (All Ayes)

Shade Tree Commission Agenda

The Shade Tree Commission will meet to discuss the development of a 5-year forestry plan due by the end of 2025. The body will also review grant updates and the urgent need for watering trees.

• 5-year Forestry plan due end of 2025
• Green Community Forestry Grant application
• Infrastructure Grant update
• Urgent need for watering trees
• Proposal to add a shade tree request form to the website

The commission reported on the 5‑year forestry plan, an infrastructure grant, urgent tree‑watering needs, the Kings Crossing grant, completion of 2025 CEUs, a website form for shade‑tree requests, and the pending town arborist application. No actions were approved, denied, or voted on during the meeting.

Historic Commission Agenda

The Clinton Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve July minutes, distribute plaque flyers and assign streets, receive an update on the Cemetery wagon, and review period architectural design. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review/approve July minutes
• Disbursement of plaque flyers and assignment of streets
• Update on Cemetery wagon
• Review of period architectural design

The Clinton Historic Preservation Commission met on August 20, 2025. Members discussed street responsibilities in the historic district, assigned roles, booked a cemetery wagon, and reviewed architecture design standards. The meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m. after a motion by Will Miska, seconded by Susan Courtney. No formal approvals, denials, or votes on proposals were recorded.

Land Use Board Agenda

The board will meet to discuss litigation involving J. Douglass Orr and the Town of Clinton. A scheduled public meeting regarding a use variance for 2-4 Leigh Street and 23 Lower Center Street has been cancelled and carried to September 2, 2025.

• Executive Session Resolution # 25-13 regarding litigation J. Douglass Orr vs Town of Clinton Land Use Board
• Cancelled public meeting for Block 9 Lot 4 (R. Hysenaj) at 2-4 Leigh Street and 23 Lower Center Street

The board approved the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It carried the variance for Block 9 Lot 4 (2-4 Leigh Street and 23 Lower Center Street) to September 2, 2025 with no further notice required. The board entered an executive session and then unanimously accepted a settlement that dismisses the Douglass Orr lawsuit with prejudice. It also approved all vouchers and adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Carried Block 9 Lot 4 variance to September 2, 2025 (no further notice)
• Entered executive session (resolution #25-13) (all ayes)
• Accepted settlement dismissing Douglass Orr lawsuit with prejudice (all ayes)
• Approved vouchers (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 p.m. (all ayes)

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Mayor and Council are meeting to conduct a public hearing for a capital improvement ordinance regarding rescue squad equipment. The body is also voting on water capacity reservations, tax grace periods, and personnel hiring.

• Public hearing for Ordinance #25-13 for rescue squad equipment
• Approval of Water Reservation Application #L25-03 for 4,500 GPD at 1734 Route 31 North
• Extension of third quarter 2025 tax grace period to September 8, 2025
• Hiring of Tucker Brown to the Town of Clinton Police Department
• Cancellation of $2,592.04 in old trust account balances

The Town Council approved the July 9 meeting minutes and the July monthly reports. It adopted Ordinance #25-13, allocating $148,700 from the Capital Improvement Reserve and Capital Improvement Fund for new rescue‑squad equipment. The Council also approved a water‑capacity reservation for 1734 Route 31, several community special events, a refund request, and appointed Jay Joyce to the Environmental Commission.

• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes; Bruno abstained)
• Approved July 2025 monthly reports (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance #25-13, appropriating $148,700 for rescue‑squad equipment (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution #126-25, granting 4,500 GPD water reservation to 1734 Route 31 (all ayes)
• Approved special events: Main Street Half Marathon, Santcon 8k, wreath‑making event (all ayes)
• Approved refund request for Gruskin/Ambrose marriage application (all ayes)
• Approved appointment of Jay Joyce to the Environmental Commission (all ayes)
• Opened and then closed public hearing for Ordinance #25-13 (both all ayes)

Environmental Commission Agenda

The Town of Clinton Environmental Commission will meet to discuss a draft lighting ordinance and a recycling flyer. The body will also review the implementation of a CEPG grant and planning for pollinator projects.

• Draft Lighting Ordinance discussion
• CEPG Grant Implementation meetings starting July 24
• Nocturnal Pollinator & Firefly Project planning
• Firefly Walk scheduled for July 23 and July 28
• Resignation of Sherry Dineen from Land Use Board/Environmental Commission

The commission approved the January meeting minutes unanimously. It agreed to postpone the Sustainable Jersey Silver Certification resubmission for one year. The recycling flyer will be updated to show that plastics labeled 1‑6 are collected. Additional actions and scheduling were outlined but not voted on.

• Approved January meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed Sustainable Jersey certification resubmission for one year
• Updated recycling flyer to include plastics #1‑6
• Scheduled Arbor Day for Friday, May 23
• John to coordinate SAGE grant update with Rich Phelan by month end
• John and Councilwoman Molly Padmos to schedule meeting with NJ DOT
• John to attend first hour of 2025 River Cleanup; Norma to arrange tables/chairs with Red Mill Museum

Shade Tree Commission Agenda

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss the development of a 5-year forestry plan due by the end of 2025. The body will also review grant updates and potential website improvements.

• Discussion of 5-year Forestry plan and 2024 CFMP Guidelines
• Update on Green Community Forestry Grant application
• Update on Infrastructure Grant
• Proposal to add a shade tree request form to the town website
• Correspondence regarding 46 Center St

The commission received a liaison report about the Firefly Walk event on July 23. A shade tree at 46 Center St was added to the fall removal list, and the owner will be contacted. Updates were given on the 5‑year forestry plan, a grant application, upcoming tree planting, and website improvements. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

Land Use Board Agenda

The Land Use Board will meet virtually to vote on resolutions for specific properties and conduct a completeness review. The board will also discuss pending litigation involving J. Douglas Orr.

• Resolution for Comcast Cable Communications Use Variance & Minor Site Plan at 92 West Main Street
• Extension request for Ansuya Enterprise LLC (Block 17 Lot 2 & Block 17.01 Lot 2.03) for Phase II and Phase III
• Completeness review for R. Hysenaj at 2-4 Leigh Street & 23 Lower Center Street
• Discussion of pending litigation: J. Douglas Orr vs Town of Clinton

The Land Use Board approved the June 3, 2025 minutes and adopted several resolutions, including a use variance for Comcast Cable at 92 West Main Street and an extension request for Ansuya Enterprise LLC. The board also granted temporary waivers for a variance application, voted to defend and authorize representation in the pending J. Douglass Orr litigation, approved vouchers, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved June 3 minutes (6-0)
• Adopted Comcast Cable variance for Block 6 Lot 42‑92 West Main Street (4-0)
• Adopted extension request for Ansuya Enterprise LLC, Block 17 Lot 2 & 17.01 Lot 2.03 (3-0)
• Granted temporary waivers for Block 9 Lot 4‑2‑4 Leigh Street & 23 Lower Center Street application (5-0)
• Voted to defend pending litigation J. Douglass Orr vs Town of Clinton (6-0)
• Authorized attorney Katie Razin to defend the litigation (6-0)
• Approved vouchers (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Mayor and Council are deciding on several vehicle purchases and equipment upgrades for emergency and utility services. The body is also reviewing the 2024 annual audit and calling for the restoration of state energy taxes to municipalities.

• Ordinance 25-13: $148,700 for rescue squad equipment
• Resolution 120-25: Contract with PL Custom to remount two emergency vehicles not to exceed $367,688.50
• Resolution 121-25: Purchase of a Ford Super Duty F-350 from Ciocca Ford not to exceed $61,199.00
• Resolution 119-25: Call for the restoration of energy taxes to municipalities
• Resolution 122-25: Certification of the 2024 annual audit

The Town of Clinton Council approved the June 11 meeting minutes and the June monthly reports. It approved two special events—the Unity Bank Charity Car Show and the Clinton Pride Family Festival. The Council introduced Ordinance #25-13 and adopted a capital ordinance allocating $148,700 for rescue‑squad equipment. It also adopted four resolutions awarding contracts for police and emergency‑vehicle equipment and vehicles.

• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved June 2025 monthly reports (6-0)
• Approved Unity Bank Charity Car Show event (6-0)
• Approved Clinton Pride Family Festival event (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance #25-13 for rescue‑squad equipment (6-0)
• Adopted Capital Ordinance #25-13 appropriating $148,700 (6-0)
• Awarded Elite Vehicle Solutions contract for police vehicle electrical equipment up to $10,428.75 (6-0)
• Awarded PL Custom contract to remount two ambulances up to $367,688.50 (6-0)

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including capital improvements for water and sewer utilities and a bond ordinance for equipment. The body will also consider a ban on dogs at public playgrounds and recreational courts.

• Ordinance #25-08 prohibiting dogs on public playgrounds, including Halstead Street Park
• Sewer Utility Capital Ordinance #25-09 appropriating $304,600 for improvements including Ramsey Road paving
• Water Utility Capital Ordinance #25-10 appropriating $127,000 for a new truck and SCADA improvements
• Bond Ordinance #25-11 appropriating $464,200 for police SUVs, fire equipment, and rescue vehicle retrofitting
• Resolution #108-25 endorsing the Housing Element and Fair Share Plan

The Council approved the May meeting minutes and May monthly reports unanimously. It approved a water refund account and a temporary food‑permit refund for Keystone Farms Cheese with all members voting aye. Ordinance #25‑08 prohibiting dogs in public playgrounds was adopted (5‑1 vote). The town also approved Capital Ordinance #25‑09 authorizing $304,600 for sewer improvements and Capital Ordinance #25‑10 authorizing $127,000 for water improvements.

• Approved May 14 & May 28 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved May monthly reports (all ayes)
• Approved Water Refund Account #3843-0 (ayes: Bruno, Kashwick, Padmos, Stentz, Traphagen, Kovach)
• Approved temporary food permit refund to Keystone Farms Cheese (ayes: Bruno, Kashwick, Padmos, Stentz, Traphagen, Kovach)
• Adopted Ordinance #25-08: Dogs prohibited in playgrounds (ayes: Kashwick, Padmos, Stentz, Traphagen, Kovach; nay: Bruno)
• Adopted Capital Ordinance #25-09: Sewer utility improvements $304,600 (all ayes)
• Adopted Capital Ordinance #25-10: Water utility improvements $127,000 (all ayes)
• Opened public hearings for Ordinances #25-09 and #25-10 (all ayes)

Land Use Board Agenda

The Land Use Board is meeting to consider a minor site plan application from Comcast. The board will review supporting documents including architectural plans, an acoustical evaluation, and a fire marshal report.

• Comcast minor site plan application
• Review of Comcast screen wall details
• Review of Comcast generator details
• Acoustical evaluation for Comcast project
• EIS statement for Comcast project

The Land Use Board approved the Hiddenbrook Realty LLC site‑plan resolution, granted an extension to Ansuya Enterprise LLC for Phase II & III, and unanimously adopted the 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. The board also approved a D‑1 variance and related bulk variances for a Comcast data‑center at 92 West Main Street, approved the voucher list, and adjourned the meeting at 9:05 pm.

• Approved Hiddenbrook Realty LLC site‑plan resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Ansuya Enterprise LLC Phase II & III extension request (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Fourth Round Housing Element & Fair Share Plan (unanimous)
• Approved D‑1 variance and associated bulk variances for Comcast at 92 West Main St (unanimous)
• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (passed with two abstentions)
• Approved voucher list (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:05 pm (unanimous)

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Mayor and Council are introducing ordinances to fix employee salary ranges and prohibit dogs on public playgrounds and recreational courts. The body is also reviewing personnel appointments and grant applications for road resurfacing.

• Ordinance #25-08 to prohibit dogs on public playgrounds, including Halstead Street Park, and basketball, tennis, and pickleball courts
• Ordinance #25-12 fixing salary ranges for town employees (e.g., Town Clerk $25,000-$125,000; Chief of Police $65,000-$220,000)
• Resolution #104-25 appointing Steven Higgins as Assistant Superintendent of Water and Roads with a prorated salary of $97,651.20
• NJDOT grant applications for pavement mill and resurfacing on Fairview Ave and Rupells Road
• Resolution #105-25 approving a water reservation extension for 8,885 GPD for a project at 8 & 10 Frontage Road

The council approved a $50,000 police grant and accepted the recommendation to promote Sgt. McGuire to police chief. It adopted Ordinance #25‑08 prohibiting dogs from certain playgrounds and courts. The council also set salary ranges for town employees, appointed Trey Rivera as a full‑time police officer, and authorized NJDOT grant applications for the Fairview Avenue and RupeLLS Road resurfacing projects.

• Approved $50,000 no‑match police grant (motion by Bruno, all ayes)
• Authorized payment of bills on off‑weeks when council not meeting (motion by Traphagen, all ayes)
• Accepted recommendation to promote Sgt. McGuire to Police Chief (motion by Perloff, all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance #25‑08 banning dogs on playgrounds and courts (motion by Padmos, all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance #25‑12 setting salary ranges for town and utility employees (vote all ayes)
• Appointed Trey Rivera as full‑time police officer (Resolution #101‑25, all ayes)
• Approved NJDOT grant application for Fairview Avenue pavement project (Resolution #102‑25, all ayes)
• Approved NJDOT grant application for RupeLLS Road mill & resurfacing project (Resolution #103‑25, all ayes)

Historic Commission Agenda

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review minutes and discuss several town projects. The body will address participation in the 250th USA Anniversary and the status of various signs and plaques.

• 250th USA Anniversary committee participation
• Susan Courtney plaque flyer edits
• Gebhardt Field large sign update
• Town entry sign location
• Garden party tour proposal

The Clinton Historic Preservation Commission discussed ideas for the 250th anniversary, flyer designs, and signage. No formal votes were recorded for those items. The commission decided to cancel the Garden Party for this year. The meeting was adjourned at 8:17 pm.

• Garden Party canceled (no vote tally recorded)

Environmental Commission Agenda

The Environmental Commission will review reports from the Council, Land Use Board, and Shade Tree Commission. The body will discuss the implementation of a CEPG grant and planning for pollinator and firefly projects.

• CEPG Grant implementation
• Nocturnal Pollinator & Firefly Project planning
• Monarch Butterfly Pledge
• Land Use Board reports on 92 West Main and Clinton House
• Dog Ordinance report

The Environmental Commission reviewed and approved the minutes of the April 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other actions were decided during the session. The meeting adjourned at 8:04 PM.

• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission Agenda

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss the 5-year forestry plan due by end of 2025, an update from a meeting with a DEP representative, and a Green Community Forestry Grant application. The commission will also finalize Arbor Day on May 23, 2025, including planting two donated trees (overcup oak and a second tree in honor of Lou Spanner) and distributing 50 redbud seedlings. Other business includes checking on grant-funded trees that did not leaf out and reviewing the Cranford Shade Tree Commission.

• Update on 5-year forestry plan due end of 2025
• Kim applying for Green Community Forestry Grant
• Arbor Day May 23, 2025 — planting overcup oak and second tree donated by Mark Spanner
• 50 redbud seedlings and plaques for Arbor Day
• Infrastructure Grant update from Kim

The commission reviewed the 5‑year forestry plan, grant applications, tree planting status, and Arbor Day plans. They also considered looking at Cranford’s shade‑tree program. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance #25-07 to establish an Open Space, Recreation, and Historic Preservation Trust Fund, funded by up to $0.02 per $100 of assessed valuation. The council will also introduce ordinances banning dogs from public playgrounds (including the new Halstead Street Park playground) and authorizing capital improvements for the sewer utility ($304,600) and water utility ($127,000). A bond ordinance providing $464,200 for various capital improvements, with $441,000 to be financed through bonds, will be introduced. Several resolutions cover salary adjustments for recreation, appointment of a DPW crew leader, and multiple refunds and cancellations.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #25-07 establishing an Open Space Trust Fund with up to 2-cent tax levy
• Introduction of Ordinance #25-08 prohibiting dogs on all public playgrounds, including at Halstead Street Park
• Introduction of sewer capital ordinance for $304,600 including paving Ramsey Road ($150,000) and equipment
• Introduction of water capital ordinance for $127,000 for SCADA improvements, valve turner, and new truck
• Introduction of bond ordinance #25-11 appropriating $464,200 for various capital improvements financed with $441,000 in bonds

The Council approved the minutes from the April 23 meeting and the April monthly reports. They approved a water refund for Account #4537-0. After opening and closing a public hearing, the Council adopted Ordinance #25-07 establishing an Open Space, Recreation, and Historic Preservation Trust Fund.

• Approved April 23 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved April monthly reports (all ayes)
• Approved water refund for Account #4537-0 (all ayes)
• Opened public hearing for Ordinance #25-07 (all ayes)
• Closed public hearing for Ordinance #25-07 (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance #25-07 establishing Open Space Trust Fund (all ayes)

Land Use Board Agenda

The Land Use Board is meeting to consider an application regarding Hidden Brook. The board will review a site plan revision, architectural drawings, and planning reports.

• Hidden Brook site plan revision
• Hidden Brook architectural drawings
• J. Kyle Planning review for Hidden Brook

The board approved the Preliminary and Final Site Plan for Block 21 Lot 24, granting the requested variances, waivers and signage relief. It also approved the Clinton House resolution, an extension for Ansuya Enterprise Phase II, and a waiver to deem the Comcast application complete. The April 1 minutes and voucher payments were approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:40 p.m.

• Approved Clinton House Resolution (Ayes: Sailer, Carberry, Joyce, Snider, Smith, Viotto)
• Approved one‑year extension for Ansuya Enterprise Phase II (Ayes: Sailer, Carberry, Joyce, Smith, Snider, Viotto)
• Granted waiver and deemed Comcast application complete (Ayes: Sailer, Carberry, Joyce, Smith, Snider, Viotto)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Site Plan with variances for Hiddenbrook Realty (Ayes: Sailer, Kovach, Carberry, Smith, Snider, Traphagen, Viotto)
• Approved vouchers (All Ayes)
• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (All Ayes; Abstain: Kovach, Traphagen, Viotto, Snider)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:40 p.m. (Motion carried)

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Town Council will vote to adopt the 2025 municipal budget and hold public hearings on several bond ordinances for water system improvements. The body will also consider budget amendments and grant submissions.

• Adoption of the 2025 Municipal Budget and Ordinance #25-06 to increase budget limits by 3.5% ($158,035.33)
• Bond Ordinance #25-03: $8,500,000 for a new PFAS treatment system and upgrades at Well 2
• Public hearings for Bond Ordinance #25-04 (West Main Street water main replacement) and #25-05 (Well 3A and 16 improvements)
• Resolution #87-25: Canceling an unexpended American Rescue Plan balance of $140,622.21
• Request from Clinton Fire Department for a building permit fee waiver

The Town of Clinton Council approved the 2025 municipal budget and amended the Water Utility Capital Budget to add multiple water‑related projects. It also adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including a fee waiver for the fire department, a recycling tonnage grant, and bond ordinances for water main and well improvements.

• Approved April 9 minutes (abstentions: Bruno, Perloff)
• Approved $614 fire‑department fee waiver (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution #86-25 amending Water Utility Capital Budget (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution #87-25 canceling $140,622.21 reserve appropriation (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance #25-06 (all ayes)
• Adopted 2025 Budget (all ayes)
• Adopted Bond Ordinance #25-04 for West Main Street water main replacement (abstain: Perloff; Padmos left meeting)
• Adopted Resolution #88-25 recycling tonnage grant (all ayes)

Environmental Commission Agenda

The Environmental Commission will review progress on the CEPG Grant and plan the Nocturnal Pollinator & Firefly Project. The body will also debrief on the 2025 River Cleanup and receive reports on the budget and Dark Sky Week.

• CEPG Grant implementation progress update
• Nocturnal Pollinator & Firefly Project planning
• 2025 River Cleanup debrief
• Correspondence regarding 92 West Main Street
• Budget and Butterfly Proclamation reports

The commission approved the March 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑0‑2 vote. No new business or substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (3-0-2)

Shade Tree Commission Agenda

The Clinton Shade Tree Commission will discuss updates to the 5-year forestry plan due by end of 2025, including a meeting with a DEP representative. They will also finalize plans for Arbor Day on May 23, 2025, with tree donations and seedling plantings. Other business includes grant updates and recapping recent tree plantings at Hunts Mill Park.

• 5-year forestry plan update and 2024 CFMP Guidelines meeting with DEP Rep Brian Whitney
• Arbor Day on May 23, 2025 at 10am with Spanner donating an overcup oak (Quercus lyrata) and a second tree in honor of Lou Spanner
• 50 redbud seedlings ordered for delivery on May 16 for Arbor Day
• 25 white pine saplings planted in Hunts Mill Park by Denise and scouts
• Green Community Forestry Grant application being pursued by Kim

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Clinton Town Council will introduce Ordinance #25-07 establishing an Open Space Trust Fund, funded by a tax levy of up to $0.02 per $100 of assessed valuation. They will also vote on resolutions including setting the solid waste flat rate at $225 annually, approving the 2025 recreation facility rental fees, hiring a new electric sub-code inspector, and authorizing an addendum to the energy supply agreement with IDT Energy.

• Introduction of Ordinance #25-07 creating an Open Space Trust Fund for land acquisition and historic preservation
• Resolution #82-25 setting annual solid waste flat rate at $225 per unit
• Resolution #80-25 hiring Robert Vandenberg as Electric Sub-Code and Electric Inspector
• Resolution #79-25 approving 2025 recreation facility rental fees (unchanged from prior year)
• Resolution #81-25 authorizing $10,070 grant for Municipal Alliance substance abuse prevention

The Town of Clinton Council unanimously approved the March meeting minutes, monthly reports, and the appointment of James Lestrange to the Green Team. It also adopted Ordinance #25-07 establishing an Open Space Trust Fund, approved the 2025 recreation facility fee schedule, and hired Robert Vandenberg as the new Electric Sub‑Code and Electric Inspector. Additional approvals included a fire‑permit fee waiver, banner requests for upcoming events, and related resolutions.

• Approved minutes of March 23, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved March monthly reports (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of James Lestrange to the Green Team (unanimous)
• Approved $75 fire‑permit fee waiver for Flag Day ceremony (unanimous)
• Approved banner requests for Red Mill Uncork Summer (June 7‑8) and Hunterdon County Bulldogs (Sept 12) (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #25-07 establishing Open Space Trust Fund (unanimous, second reading; public hearing May 14)
• Adopted Resolution #79-25 approving 2025 recreation facility rental fee schedule (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #80-25 hiring Robert Vandenberg as Electric Sub‑Code and Electric Inspector (unanimous)

Land Use Board Agenda

The Land Use Board is meeting to consider an application regarding Hidden Brook. The agenda includes a review of a revised site plan, architectural drawings, and a survey.

• Hidden Brook site plan review
• Hidden Brook architectural drawings
• Hidden Brook survey review
• Bohler letter to Fire Marshal regarding Hidden Brook

The board approved the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It postponed the Clinton House resolution and the Block 21 Lot 24 public hearing, setting both for May 6, 2025. The board deemed the Block 6 Lot 42 Comcast application incomplete, granted the requested permanent and temporary waivers, and placed it on the May 6 agenda pending required items by April 15. Vouchers were approved and the meeting was adjourned at 7:15 pm.

• Approved March 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved Clinton House resolution to May 6, 2025
• Moved Block 21 Lot 24 public hearing to May 6, 2025; applicant to re‑notice
• Deemed Block 6 Lot 42 Comcast application incomplete and granted waivers; placed on May 6 agenda pending items by April 15 (6‑0 vote)
• Approved vouchers (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:15 pm (unanimous)

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Clinton Town Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: an amendment to the film ordinance and a supplemental bond ordinance for the new police building. They will also introduce several bond ordinances for water infrastructure projects and the 2025 municipal budget. Resolutions include awarding a contract for police department renovations and appointing two new full-time police officers.

• Public hearing on bond ordinance #25-02 (supplemental bond for new police building)
• Public hearing on ordinance #25-01 amending Chapter 75 (filming regulations)
• Introduction of bond ordinance #25-04 for West Main Street water main replacement
• Resolution #74-25 awarding contract for police department renovation
• Appointments of Max Wending and Tyler Reinersten as full-time police officers

The Town Council adopted Ordinance #25-01 (EILMING) and Ordinance #25-02 for the new police building, both by unanimous vote. It introduced Bond Ordinance #25-03, authorizing $8,500,000 in bonds for a PFAS treatment system and related upgrades at Well 2. The council also approved a special event request for Cruisin’ Clinton on April 27, 2025, and accepted an $80,000 donation for playground renovations.

• Adopted Ordinance #25-01 (EILMING) – vote all ayes
• Adopted Ordinance #25-02 (supplemental bond for new police building) – vote all ayes
• Introduced Bond Ordinance #25-03 authorizing $8,500,000 for Well 2 improvements
• Approved special event request for Cruisin’ Clinton on April 27, 2025 – vote all ayes
• Approved minutes of the March 26, 2025 regular council meeting – vote all ayes
• Approved minutes of the March 19, 2025 sewer budget workshop – vote all ayes
• Accepted $80,000 check from Friends of the Town of Clinton Parks for playground renovations
• Closed public portion of the meeting – vote all ayes

Historic Commission Agenda

The commission discussed ideas for a 250th anniversary cookbook, a walking tour of 1700s homes, a flyer for plaque submissions, issues with an alley between two historic buildings, posting events on the town website, and adding more graphic detail to new signage at Gebhardt. No formal actions or approvals were recorded. The meeting was adjourned by a motion.

• Motion to adjourn adopted

Shade Tree Commission Agenda

The Commission is reviewing updates on the 5-year Forestry plan and grant applications. Members are coordinating tree plantings for Arbor Day and a project with the Girl Scouts.

• Infrastructure Grant of $32K to replace approximately 57 trees in the Knolls
• 5-year Forestry plan due by the end of 2025
• Arbor Day event on May 23, 2025, featuring the planting of two trees
• Planting of 30 white pine saplings with Girl Scouts on April 5
• Order of 50 redbud seedlings for delivery May 16

The commission received a liaison report that the River Clean Up will take place on April 12 from 9 a.m. to noon. They confirmed that a tree at 20 Hillside Dr. will be pruned by JCP&L now and removed later in the year. A $32,000 infrastructure grant was awarded to replace about 57 trees in the Knolls, with planting slated to start mid‑April. Arbor Day planting is scheduled for May 23 and a girl‑scout planting of 30 white pines for April 5.

Historic Commission Agenda

The Clinton Historic Commission will meet to approve February minutes and discuss planning for the 250th USA anniversary, including a cookbook and a walking tour of 1700s homes. Other agenda items include a flyer for the Susan Courtney plaque, the Clinton House, posting upcoming events on the town website, an update on Gebhardt Field, and new business.

• Discussion of 250th USA Anniversary cookbook and walking tour of 1700's homes
• Review/approve February 2025 minutes
• Susan Courtney plaque flyer
• Clinton House update
• Gebhardt Field update

Environmental Commission Agenda

The Clinton Environmental Commission will hold a regular meeting to review February minutes, receive liaison reports, and discuss ongoing Green Team initiatives. Key items include progress on the CEPG Grant, planning for the Nocturnal Pollinator & Firefly Project, and logistics for the 2025 River Cleanup.

• CEPG Grant Implementation – progress update
• Nocturnal Pollinator & Firefly Project – planning and next steps
• 2025 River Cleanup – event planning and logistics
• Liaison reports from Council, Land Use Board, and Shade Tree Commission
• Approval of minutes from February 2025 meeting

The Clinton Environmental Commission approved the February 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The commission discussed the town budget, which includes an increased Environmental Commission budget of $1,050, and noted a $1,500 ANJEC grant opportunity. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; other items were informational or planned for future action.

• Approved February 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Clinton Town Council will consider introducing a bond ordinance to fund a new police building and re-introduce an ordinance updating filming regulations on public lands. The council will also approve banner requests for four Hunterdon Art Museum events and consider refunds for a food permit and a water bill.

• Introduction of Bond Ordinance #25-02 for the new police building
• Re-introduction of Ordinance #25-01 amending Chapter 75 (Filming) – new permit, insurance, and bond requirements
• Four special-event banner requests for Hunterdon Art Museum (May–November 2025)
• Refund of food permit fee to previous owner of Just Chill
• Refund of water bill to Kelly Pachuta

The Council introduced two ordinances on first reading: a filming ordinance amendment and a $1.5 million supplemental bond ordinance for the new police building. Both will have public hearings on March 26, 2025. The Council also approved minutes, reports, banner requests, refunds, a petty cash custodian change, and routine financial items.

• Introduced Ordinance #25-01 amending Chapter 75 (Filming) on first reading (6-0)
• Introduced Bond Ordinance #25-02 for $1.5M supplemental appropriation for police building (6-0)
• Approved February monthly reports (6-0)
• Approved banner requests for Hunterdon Art Museum, Ham it up, Vintage Clothing Sale, Exhibitions Opening Reception, Day of the Dead (6-0)
• Approved food permit refund for Just Chill (6-0)
• Approved water refund to Kelly Pachuta (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution #72-25 changing petty cash custodian to Suzannah Givone (6-0)
• Approved standby and overtime, and bills list (6-0)

Land Use Board Agenda

The Clinton Land Use Board will hold a virtual meeting on March 4, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom. The primary item is a completeness review of a preliminary and final site plan by Hiddenbrook Realty LLC for Block 21, Lot 34-37-43 on Route 173, which includes reconfiguring a parking lot and parking spaces, along with a sign variance request for tenant spaces. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes, take public comment, hold board discussion, and possibly enter executive session.

• Completeness review for Hiddenbrook Realty LLC: Preliminary & Final Site Plan to reconfigure parking lot and spaces at Block 21 Lot 34-37-43 Route 173
• Sign variance request for tenant spaces on the same property
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from February 18, 2025
• Public comment opportunity during the virtual meeting
• Meeting format changed to virtual (Zoom) for this session

The Land Use Board approved the February 18, 2025 minutes and deemed the Hiddenbrook Realty LLC application (Block 21 Lot 24, 37-43 Route 173) complete, granting the requested waivers. The application will proceed to a public hearing on April 1, 2025. The board also approved vouchers and adjourned.

• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Deemed Hiddenbrook Realty LLC site plan application complete (5-0)
• Granted permanent and temporary waivers per completeness report (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for April 1, 2025
• Approved vouchers (all ayes)

Land Use Board Agenda

The Land Use Board is meeting to consider the Hidden Brook development application. The agenda includes revised site plans, a summary of the application, and architectural drawings. No other items are listed.

• Hidden Brook site plan application (revised plans, summary, architectural drawings)

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Clinton Town Council will vote on resolutions authorizing a sewer agreement and infrastructure upgrades for the Spruce Run affordable housing development (96 units), along with police promotions, special event permits, and refunds. An ordinance amending the film ordinance will be introduced. The council will also consider resolutions supporting state bills on legal notices, volunteer tuition credits, and warehouse restrictions near historic districts.

• Resolution #66-25 authorizing a sewer agreement for Spruce Run LIHTC (96 residential units)
• Resolution #67-25 authorizing gravity sewer main upgrades at Lower Center and Main Streets for the Spruce Run project
• Resolution #68-25 appointing Matthew Ellis from detective to sergeant, effective March 1
• Introduction of Ordinance #25-01 amending the Administrative Code chapter on film ordinances
• Resolution #65-25 refunding $1,817.57 to Corelogic for a disabled veteran tax exemption at 59 West Main Street

The Clinton Mayor and Council promoted Officer Matthew Ellis to Police Sergeant effective March 1, 2025, and introduced Ordinance #25-01 on first reading to overhaul the town's filming regulations, including a new fee schedule and permit requirements. The council also approved several resolutions, including a sewer agreement for the Spruce Run development, a disabled veteran property tax refund, and support for state legislation on legal notices and warehouse construction. All votes were unanimous except for Resolution #64-25, which had one abstention.

• Promoted Matthew Ellis to Police Sergeant effective March 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance #25-01 amending Chapter 75 'Filming' on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved sewer agreement with Spruce Run LIHTC 1 & 2 LLC for 96-unit development (unanimous)
• Approved $1,817.57 refund to mortgage company for disabled veteran exemption at 59 West Main St (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #64-25 supporting publishing legal notices on government websites (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution #70-25 supporting Senate Bill S2385 increasing volunteer tuition credit (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #71-25 supporting Senate Bill S4048 prohibiting large warehouses within 1,000 ft of historic districts (unanimous)
• Approved unpaid 90-day leave for laborer Jeffrey Dysart (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission Agenda

The Shade Tree Commission is reviewing the 5-year Forestry plan and grant applications. The body is coordinating the planting of 57 trees in the Knolls and memorial trees in Hunts Mill Park.

• Update on 5-year Forestry plan and Green Community Forestry Grant application
• Planting of 57 trees in the Knolls by Rutgers Nursery in the spring
• Planting of an overcup oak and a second memorial tree in Hunts Mill Park
• Planting of 30 white pine saplings along the river in Hunts Mill on April 5
• Order of Redbud saplings from the Arbor Day Foundation

The Clinton Shade Tree Commission met via Zoom and discussed several ongoing projects. They are requesting $27,000 in the upcoming budget, have applications pending for Arbor Day Foundation and NJUCF grants, and plan to plant 57 trees in the Knolls via an infrastructure grant. Arbor Day is set for May 23, 2025, with two memorial trees to be planted in Hunts Mill Park. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussions or updates.

• Requested $27,000 in upcoming budget (discussed)
• Applications for Arbor Day Foundation and NJUCF grants completed and pending
• Planned 57 trees to be planted in the Knolls by Rutgers Nursery in spring
• Scheduled Arbor Day for May 23, 2025, with two memorial trees in Hunts Mill Park
• Approved planting 30 white pine saplings in Hunts Mill Park woods with Girl Scouts on April 5
• Ordered one bundle of Redbud saplings from Arbor Day Foundation

Historic Commission Agenda

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to plan its 2025 event calendar and review year-end 2024 expenditures. The body will also discuss a plaque flyer for Susan Courtney and a spring grant promotion.

• Scheduling of Cemetery/Historic, Summer/Garden, and Town events
• Review of purchases made with year-end 2024 funds
• Susan Courtney plaque flyer
• Spring Grant promotion with Clinton Historic Society
• Gebhardt Field update

The Clinton Historic Preservation Commission approved the December 2024 minutes, scheduled 2025 public events (Summer Walking Tour and Cemetery Tour), and approved sponsor signs for the Town of Clinton welcome signs. They also discussed participation in community events and reviewed purchases made with end-of-year funds.

• Approved December 2024 minutes
• Scheduled Summer Walking Tour for June 21 (rain date June 22) and Cemetery Tour for October 18
• Approved sponsor signs for TOC Welcome signs
• Discussed participation in Art in Bloom, Clinton Car Show, and Dickens Days
• Reviewed purchases: framing of Red Mill painting and improvements to Historic Commission room

Land Use Board Agenda

The Land Use Board approved a use variance and amended preliminary and final site plan for The Clinton House at 2 West Main Street. The approval allows adding 11 hotel rooms, a rooftop lounge, and an emergency egress staircase, subject to the applicant settling a licensing agreement with the adjacent property owner and complying with review reports. The motion passed unanimously (7-0).

• Approved January 21, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Deemed Clinton House application complete (7-0)
• Approved use variance and amended site plan for Clinton House hotel expansion, conditioned on neighbor agreement and review compliance (7-0)
• Approved vouchers (7-0)

Environmental Commission Agenda

The Environmental Commission is meeting to review updates on the lighting ordinance and environmental concerns regarding Interstate 78. The body will also discuss progress on the CEPG grant and planning for the 2025 River Cleanup.

• Lighting Ordinance updates
• Interstate 78 environmental impact discussion
• CEPG Grant implementation progress
• Nocturnal Pollinator & Firefly Project planning
• Sustainable Jersey Silver Certification status

Environmental Commission Agenda

The Clinton Environmental Commission met and approved the January minutes unanimously. They discussed several ongoing projects, including the CEPG grant resubmission, a lighting ordinance, and Interstate 78 runoff concerns. The commission agreed to postpone the Sustainable Jersey Silver certification resubmission for another year due to other priorities. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved January meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed Sustainable Jersey Silver certification resubmission for one year
• Scheduled meeting with NJ DOT regarding I-78 runoff
• Coordinating CEPG grant resubmission into SAGE system

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Clinton Town Council will consider multiple resolutions at its virtual meeting on February 12, including authorizing up to $3.2 million in bonds for a valve and meter replacement project through the New Jersey Infrastructure Bank. Other action items include hiring a police officer, awarding a playground contract, approving a BYOB bonfire event, and granting a disabled veteran tax exemption. The meeting also covers routine approvals of minutes, monthly reports, and budget transfers.

• Resolution #59-25 authorizes issuing up to $3,200,000 in bonds for valve and meter replacement (Water Quality Accountability Act project) via NJ Infrastructure Bank
• Resolution #63-25 hires Police Officer Stephen Davis effective February 17, 2024
• Resolution #61-25 awards a contract to Rubber Recycle for playground work
• Resolution #58-25 refunds $1,772.07 and abates taxes for a disabled veteran at 4 Olsen Lane
• Resolution #56-25 permits BYOB at the Hunts Mill Park bonfire on February 22, 2025 (rain date March 1)

The Clinton Mayor and Council approved several resolutions, including awarding a $250,476.20 contract to Rubber Recycle for the Community Center Playground Surfacing Project and hiring Stephen Davis as a new police officer effective February 17, 2025. They also authorized up to $3.2 million in bonds for the Valve and Meter Replacement Project, amended 2025 summer recreation fees, and approved budget transfers. All votes were unanimous with six ayes.

• Approved Resolution #61-25 awarding Rubber Recycle $250,476.20 for playground surfacing (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #63-25 hiring Stephen Davis as police officer at $65,480.61 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #59-25 authorizing up to $3,200,000 in bonds for water infrastructure (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #62-25 amending 2025 summer recreation fees (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #56-25 allowing BYO alcohol at town bonfire on Feb 22 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #57-25 refunding $6,006.87 in tax overpayments (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #58-25 refunding $1,772.07 and abating $2,071.20 for disabled veteran exemption (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #60-25 approving $2,100 in budget transfers (6-0)

Land Use Board Agenda

The Land Use Board is meeting to review materials related to the Clinton House project. The agenda includes reports from the Fire Marshal, board planner, and environmental and historic commissions.

• Clinton House site plan review
• Fire Marshal report and response letter
• Board Planner review by Kyle McManus Associates
• Environmental Commission recommendations
• Historic Commission review

Environmental Commission Agenda

The Clinton Environmental Commission will meet on January 23, 2025, at 7:30 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes discussions on a proposed Lighting Ordinance and issues related to Interstate 78. The Green Team will also provide updates on a CEPG grant, a pollinator project, Sustainable Jersey Silver Certification, and a 2025 river cleanup.

• Discussion of proposed Lighting Ordinance
• Discussion of Interstate 78 issues
• CEPG Grant Implementation update
• Nocturnal Pollinator/Firefly Project update
• 2025 River Cleanup planning

The Clinton Environmental Commission met on January 23, 2025, and discussed several ongoing initiatives, including a potential lighting ordinance, a letter to NJ DOT about Interstate 78, and grant-funded projects. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Discussed draft lighting ordinance with Dark Sky New Jersey
• Submitted letter to NJ DOT regarding Interstate 78 concerns
• Received Sustainable Jersey grant for energy plan; Blue Sky Energy contracted
• Scheduled 2025 River Cleanup for April 12
• Aimed for Sustainable Jersey Silver Certification in 2026
• Planned Arbor Day celebration for late May
• Discussed tree planting in the Knolls via county grant
• Scheduled next meeting for February 17

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Clinton Town Council is deciding on several resolutions, including adopting its 4th round affordable housing obligations with a prospective need of 44 units and a present need of 3 units. It also will consider accepting a $2.4 million grant from the NJ Economic Development Authority to acquire property at 19 West Main Street for mixed-use development. Other items include authorizing a reverse auction for electricity supply and appointing a Registrar of Vital Statistics.

• Adoption of Resolution #48-25 setting 4th round affordable housing obligations: present need 3, prospective need 44
• Acceptance of $2,409,108 grant from NJ EDA for acquisition of 19 West Main Street (adjacent to Landsdown Trail) with 20% matching share of $600,000
• Authorization for electricity purchase via EMEX reverse auction with target prices $0.08771/kWh (12-month), $0.08732/kWh (18-month), $0.08887/kWh (24-month)
• Approval of banner requests for 16th Yuletide Bonfire (Feb 22, banner Feb 10-24) and St. Patrick's Day Parade (Mar 16, banner Mar 3-17)
• Appointment of Suzannah Givone as Registrar of Vital Statistics

The council adopted Resolution #48-25, setting the town's binding Fourth Round Affordable Housing Obligation at 3 present need and 44 prospective need units, down from DCA's initial 54 due to a land capacity correction. The council also approved the 2025 summer recreation fees, a $2.4M grant for property acquisition, and several other resolutions. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the recreation fees resolution.

• Adopted Resolution #48-25 setting affordable housing obligation at 3 present and 44 prospective units (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #49-25 accepting $2,409,108 EDA grant for 19 West Main St property (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #55-25 establishing 2025 summer recreation fees (unanimous, Stentz abstained)
• Adopted Resolution #47-25 authorizing electricity supply purchase via EMEX reverse auction (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #52-25 amending Nader House of Design contract to $375,000 for police station design (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #53-25 appointing Suzannah Givone as Registrar of Vital Statistics (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #54-25 approving fireworks display at annual bonfire (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Stephen Davis as police officer at $65,480.61 (unanimous)

Land Use Board Agenda

The Clinton Land Use Board will consider the Ansuya Phase 2 final site plans, architectural plans, and a completeness report. The agenda consists solely of these documents and a checklist; no additional items are specified.

• Ansuya architectural plan review (Phase 2 final)
• Ansuya Phase 2 final site plans
• R. Clerico completeness report for Phase 2 final

The Land Use Board granted permanent, temporary, and conditional waivers for several checklist items for the Ansuya Enterprise Phase II fast-food restaurant site plan, but denied the waiver for the as-built plan and deemed the application incomplete due to outstanding items. The board approved the January 7, 2025 minutes and vouchers. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 7, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Granted permanent waivers for checklist items Y, 11A, 11b, 11c, 17, 25, 42 (4-0)
• Granted temporary waivers for checklist items I, M, 16 (4-0)
• Denied waiver for as-built plan checklist item 22 (4-0)
• Deemed application incomplete due to denied waiver and incomplete items E, 5, 10c, 23, 35, 46, 48 (4-0)
• Approved vouchers (all ayes)

Shade Tree Commission Agenda

The Commission is reviewing a 5-year forestry plan and grant applications. Members are discussing the use of a $32,000 infrastructure grant for tree replacement in the Knolls and planning for Arbor Day 2025.

• Update on 5-year Forestry plan due end of 2025
• Green Community Forestry Grant application
• $32,000 infrastructure grant for tree replacement in the Knolls
• Tree replacement quotes: Ercolano’s ($30,800 for 48 trees) and Rutgers ($19,300 for 40 trees)
• Planning for Arbor Day 2025 tree planting in Hunts Mill

Mayor and Council Agenda

The council will consider two resolutions: approval of treatment works for Clinton Moebus 34 and handling an overpayment of taxes. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and monthly reports, public comments, and other routine business.

• Resolution #45-25 – Treatment Works Approval – Clinton Moebus 34
• Resolution #46-25 – Overpayment of Taxes
• Approval of minutes from December 23, 2024 and Re-organization Meeting January 2, 2025 (pending)
• Approval of monthly reports for December 2024

The Clinton Mayor and Council approved Resolution #45-25, consenting to the Treatment Works Approval application for the Clinton Moebus 34 development's sewer main extension. They also approved tax refunds for overpayments, banner requests from Sunrise Rotary, and various routine items including minutes, reports, and payments.

• Adopted Resolution #45-25 for Treatment Works Approval for Clinton Moebus 34 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #46-25 refunding tax overpayments to Hoffmann ($3,322.19) and Jahre ($4,893.60) (unanimous)
• Approved banner requests from Sunrise Rotary for Rubber Ducky Races, Fishing Derby, and Flags for Heroes
• Approved minutes of December 23, 2024 and January 2, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Accepted monthly reports for December (unanimous)
• Approved Daniel Baka as new Fire Department member (unanimous)
• Named volunteer CCYA coaches for 2025 season (unanimous)
• Approved standby and overtime, and payment of bills (unanimous)

Land Use Board Agenda

The Land Use Board held its reorganization meeting, electing Mr. Sailer as Chairman and Mr. Smith as Vice Chairman for 2025, and reappointing the board attorney, engineer, and planner. The board also approved a resolution for modifications to conditions at Whispering Woods (Block 14 Lot 32) and granted a front yard setback variance for an accessory structure at 94 Center Street. All votes were unanimous.

• Elected Mr. Sailer as Chairman for 2025 (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Smith as Vice Chairman for 2025 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Attorney Katie Razin, Engineer Robert Clerico, and Planner Jim Kyle (unanimous)
• Approved modifications to conditions for Whispering Woods, Block 14 Lot 32 (unanimous)
• Granted front yard setback variance for accessory structure at 94 Center Street (unanimous)

Mayor and Council Agenda

The Mayor and Council are meeting to swear in new council members and appoint municipal professionals for 2025. The body is deciding on the 2025 temporary budget, salaries, and various service contracts.

• Appointment of Gebhardt & Kiefer as Municipal Attorney (contract may exceed $17,500)
• Appointment of Van Cleef Engineering as Municipal Engineer (contract may exceed $17,500)
• Appointment of Suburban Consulting Engineers, Inc. as Alternate Town, Water, and Sewer Consulting Engineer
• Approval of 2025 temporary budget and salaries for non-contractual, Teamsters, and Police staff
• Appointment of municipal court officials including Judge Erik M. Perkins and Prosecutor Jordan Rickards

The Clinton Mayor and Council held its reorganization meeting, swearing in Councilmen Nick Bruno and Kyle Perloff for new terms. The council approved a series of resolutions appointing professional services contracts, municipal officials, and board members for 2025, as well as the temporary budget and salary resolutions. All resolutions passed unanimously, with one abstention on the police salary resolution.

• Approved professional services contracts for attorney, engineers, planner, auditor, and other roles (all ayes)
• Appointed Richard Phelan as Statewide Insurance Fund Commissioner and Suzannah Givone as alternate (all ayes)
• Appointed Brown and Brown as Risk Management Consultant and Caroline Conboy as Insurance Agent (all ayes)
• Approved 2025 temporary budget of $1,309,173.61 for current account, $713,740.13 for water, $585,518.81 for sewer, $72,187.50 for solid waste (all ayes)
• Adopted 2025 salary resolutions for municipal employees, including police (1 abstention by Bruno)
• Set interest rates on unpaid taxes and utility bills at 8% up to $1,500 and 18% above (all ayes)
• Authorized CFO to invest funds without formal council resolution (all ayes)
• Approved list of vendors for water emergencies (all ayes)