Elizabeth public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on ordinances to increase business license fees, grant an easement to Shiloh Baptist Church for flood control, and establish several personalized handicapped parking spaces. The council will also consider multiple contracts for vehicle parts, fire equipment, and fuel, as well as several Urban Enterprise Zone funding requests for workforce development and business programs.

• Ordinance to increase fees for various business licenses
• Easement agreement with Shiloh Baptist Church for flood control at 79-85 Murray Street
• Contract to W.E. Timmerman Co. for truck parts up to $150,000
• Contract to NAPA for auto parts up to $300,000
• UEZ funding requests totaling over $3.4 million for training and business programs

City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding to transfer $3 million from NJ Transit for the renovation of the Elizabeth Train Station and Midtown Area. The council also approved several budget amendments for traffic light systems and recreation grants, and passed multiple ordinances for personalized handicapped parking spaces.

• Authorized $3M fund transfer from NJ Transit for Elizabeth Train Station and Midtown Area renovations (7-0)
• Approved $17,500 contract for Suplee, Clooney & Company for accounting services (7-0)
• Approved $906,295 budget amendment for Traffic Light System at South St & Fourth Ave (7-0)
• Approved $465,000 budget amendment for Traffic Light System at Prince St & Union Ave (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 budget amendment for Kids Recreation Grant at Lynch Memorial Field (7-0)
• Approved $3M budget amendment for Train Station Broad St. Renovations (7-0)
• Approved $20,000 easement agreement with Shiloh Baptist Church for flood control and river trail (6-0)
• Increased license fees for clothing bins ($100) and pet shops ($200) (5-0)

City Council

The Elizabeth City Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and votes on ordinances. Key items include adopting a new zone map, amending off-street parking regulations, extending rent control to 2024 with a 3% cap, and awarding contracts for fencing, vehicle maintenance, and police equipment. The council will also consider a $1 million Bloomberg Philanthropies grant for public art murals.

• Ordinance 5693: Adopt new City Zone Map dated October 3, 2022
• Ordinance 5755: Extend rent control to Dec 31, 2024 and remove $20 limit, leaving 3% as max base rent increase
• Contract to National Fence Systems for fencing up to $250,000 over two years
• Contract to Campbell Freightliner for heavy-duty vehicle repairs up to $150,000
• Authorization to apply for $1,000,000 Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Art Challenge for murals

City Council adopted ordinances to update the official city zone map and tighten off-street parking requirements for residential and non-residential developments. The council also amended the permitting process for special events and began regulating dumpsters on private property.

• Adopted updated City Zone Map dated October 3, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved amendments to off-street parking regulations requiring all required parking to be on the subject property (8-0)
• Approved amendments to 'Special Events' permitting and fee structures (8-0)
• Approved regulations for demolition containers and roll-off dumpsters on private property (8-0)
• Approved easement agreement with Shiloh Baptist Church for flood control (7-0)
• Approved fee increases for various business licenses (8-0)
• Authorized 8 personalized handicapped parking spaces (8-0 each)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved four resolutions for site plans and variances, three new development applications, and revised plans for a West Jersey Avenue project. The board also approved amendments to the city's off-street parking regulations within the Land Development Code.

• Approved resolution P-19-21 for 431-435 Morris Avenue (4-0)
• Approved resolution P-02-22 for 338 South Broad Street (4-0)
• Approved resolution P-09-22 for 127-133 Division Street (4-0)
• Approved resolution P-12-22 for 200-334 Third Avenue (4-0)
• Approved application P-07-22 for 137-149 & 149-151 Second Street (5-0)
• Approved application P-13-22 for 319-331 Spencer Street (6-0)
• Approved application P-14-22 for 660-662 Jefferson Avenue (6-0)
• Approved amendments to Title 17 Off-Street Parking Regulations (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances, including repealing a parking tax fee and adjusting timed parking zones. They will also vote on the Fiscal Year 2023 municipal budget of $304.8 million, a $538,580 salt contract, and multiple fire department equipment purchases totaling over $1.6 million. Several other contracts and code amendments are up for discussion or first reading.

• Fiscal Year 2023 Municipal Budget of $304,837,233.78
• Contract with Morton Salt for bulk rock salt at $538,580
• Purchase of Multi Band Radios for Fire Department at $1,319,985
• Purchase of MSA Thermal Imaging Cameras for Fire Department at $203,056.08
• Ordinance to extend rent control and stabilization to December 31, 2024 and remove $20 limit on base rent increases

Council approved an ordinance extending rent control through December 31, 2024, while removing the $20 limit on base rent increases. The body also approved several public safety equipment contracts and updated the city's zone map. A new behavioral health crisis pilot program was authorized in partnership with regional police and medical providers.

• Extended rent control to Dec 31, 2024, and removed $20 base rent increase cap (7-1)
• Approved $1.3M contract for Fire Department Multi Band Radios (8-0)
• Approved $203,056.08 for Fire Department thermal imaging cameras (8-0)
• Approved $86,564.24 for Fire Department rescue rope/equipment (8-0)
• Authorized ARRIVE Together Pilot Program for behavioral health crisis response (8-0)
• Approved $538,580 contract for bulk rock salt (8-0)
• Approved $300,000 Group Life Insurance policy for employees (8-0)
• Repealed parking tax exemption for State of New Jersey instrumentalities (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a $2.5 million contract with Axon Enterprise for police body cameras and data storage, and consider applying for up to $5 million in federal COVID relief funds. Other items include a $307,972 ambulance purchase, a $75,000 tree-planting contract, and a $1.2 million housing program for people with AIDS. The council will also hold public hearings on a redevelopment plan for 5-61 Bay Avenue and several handicapped parking spaces.

• $2,549,999 contract with Axon Enterprise for police body cameras and recorders over 5 years
• Up to $5,000,000 in American Rescue Plan funds for COVID response
• $307,972 for one F550 4x4 PL Custom Ambulance
• $75,000 for 150 trees and root guards to be planted citywide
• Ordinance to adopt the 5-61 Bay Avenue Redevelopment Plan (final passage)

The City Council approved a redevelopment plan to convert a dilapidated warehouse at 5-61 Bay Avenue into a modernized warehouse. The council also established several personalized handicapped parking spaces and awarded multiple municipal service contracts.

• Adopted 5-61 Bay Avenue Redevelopment Plan (6-0)
• Approved personalized handicapped parking for Lillian DelRosario, Barbara Townsend, Mercedes Cotos, Gregory Fassett, and Jose Alonso (6-0)
• Awarded $2,549,999 contract to Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police body camera software and hardware (6-0)
• Awarded $307,972 contract to P.L. Custom Body and Equipment Co., Inc. for one ambulance (6-0)
• Awarded $75,000 contract to Louis Barbato Landscaping Inc. for 150 trees and root guards (6-0)
• Awarded $61,698 contract to Mavron, Inc. for two animal control van conversions (6-0)
• Approved $15,700 contract with Briyana Albornoz for a mural project at 97 Broad Street (6-0)
• Appointed Judges Juliana Diaz and Jubilo Afonso to the Municipal Court (6-0)

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with resolutions and public hearings on several development applications, including major subdivisions, site plan approvals, and a variance request. The board will also consider amending the city's off-street parking regulations as requested by the City Council.

• P-19-21: 431-435 Morris Avenue, Real Contracting, LLC – 'c' variance, preliminary and final site plan
• P-02-22: 338 South Broad Street, EGM Properties, LLC – 'c' variance, preliminary and final site plan
• P-07-22: 137-149 & 149-151 Second Street, Zeik Development Group – major subdivision into 5 lots with 3-story two-family dwellings
• P-13-22: 319-331 Spencer Street, Luxury Affordables, LLC – major subdivision into 5 lots with 3-story two-family dwellings
• P-14-22: 660-662 Jefferson Avenue, Joao Paulo Lopes & Tania Lopes – conversion of two-family to three-family dwelling

The Planning Board approved several site plans and subdivisions, including a redevelopment plan for 5-61 Bay Avenue. The board also approved a minor subdivision for Adams Street and several variance applications for properties on Third Avenue, South Broad Street, and Morris Avenue.

• Approved September 01, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Approved resolution P-08-22 for 843-845 & 847 Adams Street minor subdivision (4-0)
• Approved P-12-22 for 200-334 Third Avenue variance and site plan (6-0)
• Approved P-02-22 for 338 South Broad Street variance and site plan (6-0)
• Approved P-19-21 for 431-435 Morris Avenue variance and site plan (6-0)
• Approved P-09-22 for 127-133 Division Street minor subdivision (7-0)
• Approved and recommended 5-61 Bay Avenue Redevelopment Plan to City Council (7-0)
• Adjourned P-07-22 for 137-149 & 149-151 Second Street to November 3rd meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and final votes on two large bond ordinances: a $12 million sewer system capital repair bond and an $11.6 million flood mitigation bond. They will also consider several other ordinances, contracts, and appointments. The agenda includes many routine items such as establishing handicapped parking spaces and approving various contracts.

• Final passage of $12,000,000 sewer utility bond for capital repairs
• Final passage of $11,625,000 bond for flood mitigation project
• Ordinance granting parking enforcement rights to 190 Union Redevelopment Urban Renewal LLC on Union Street
• Contract award to Garden State Highway Products for traffic signs up to $100,000
• Adoption of 5-61 Bay Avenue Non-Condemnation Redevelopment Plan

City Council passed two major bond ordinances for sewer system capital repairs and flood mitigation facilities. The council also approved the 2023 budget for the Midtown Elizabeth Special Improvement District and several municipal contracts.

• Approved $12M bond ordinance for sewer system capital repairs (8-0)
• Approved $11,625,000 bond ordinance for flood mitigation facilities (8-0)
• Approved $225,000 FY2023 budget for Midtown Elizabeth Special Improvement District (8-0)
• Granted 190 Union Redevelopment Urban Renewal, LLC exclusive parking enforcement rights on Union Street (8-0)
• Approved $100,000 contract to Garden State Highway Products, Inc. for traffic signs (8-0)
• Approved $100,000 contract to Mid-Atlantic Truck Centre for heavy duty vehicle repairs (8-0)
• Approved $74,868.24 contract to Elite Vehicle Solutions for Fire Department vehicle packages (8-0)
• Re-appointed Alejandra Gallardo to the Elizabeth Parking Authority (8-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding redevelopment and affordable housing, including the sale of property at 601-607 Pennsylvania Avenue. The body is also considering multiple contracts for police and fire department equipment and software upgrades.

• Sale of 601-607 Pennsylvania Avenue for 11 affordable housing units for adults with autism
• Appropriation of $325,000.00 for the acquisition of an ambulance
• Proposed $477,621.74 contract with SHI International Corp for network infrastructure upgrades
• Proposed $242,300.00 contract with The Rodgers Group, LLC for police accreditation consulting
• Authorization of $3,358,343.00 for the HOME-American Rescue Plan spending plan

The City Council voted 8-0 to authorize the sale of city-owned property at 601-607 Pennsylvania Ave to Bold Community Care Services, LLC for construction of 11 affordable housing units serving adults with autism earning up to 60% of area median income. The council also adopted on final passage an ordinance amending the Elizabethport Phase II Redevelopment Plan to allow a 7-story mixed-use building with 122 residential units and retail at 59-81 Livingston Street, and a 6-story residential building with 23 units at 74-82 Livingston Street. Additionally, the council approved a $325,000 appropriation from Capital Surplus for a new ambulance, and adopted on first reading an ordinance granting 190 Union Redevelopment Urban Renewal, LLC exclusive right to regulate parking along the westerly side of Union Street between West Jersey Street and West Grand Street.

• Approved sale of 601-607 Pennsylvania Ave to Bold Community Care Services for 11 affordable housing units for adults with autism (8-0)
• Adopted on final passage amendment to Elizabethport Phase II Redevelopment Plan for 59-81 Livingston St (7-story mixed-use, 122 units) and 74-82 Livingston St (6-story residential, 23 units) (8-0)
• Adopted on final passage $325,000 appropriation from Capital Surplus for acquisition of an ambulance (8-0)
• Adopted on first reading ordinance granting 190 Union Redevelopment Urban Renewal, LLC exclusive parking regulation rights on Union Street between West Jersey and West Grand streets (8-0)
• Adopted on final passage 12 ordinances establishing personalized handicapped parking spaces at various locations (each 8-0)
• Adopted on final passage ordinance rescinding Ordinance No. 4778 for a handicapped parking space at 844 Second Avenue (8-0)
• Received communications from Business Administrator recommending contracts for police equipment, software, and fire department supplies totaling over $500,000
• Received communications from Director of Planning and Community Development regarding $1.27 million HOME-ARP loan for shelter and $3.36 million ARP spending plan

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on October 6, 2022, to review several development applications, including residential projects and a gas storage facility. The board will also discuss a redevelopment plan and enter closed session to discuss litigation. The agenda includes resolutions, development review hearings, and other business items.

• P-08-22: Minor subdivision and site plan for 843-845 & 847 Adams Street by VG Construction
• P-19-21: New 3-story residential building with 8 units at 431-435 Morris Avenue by Real Contracting
• P-02-22: New 3-story residential building with 8 two-bedroom units at 338 South Broad Street by EGM Properties
• P-07-22: Subdivision into 5 lots and construction of 3-story two-family dwellings at 137-149 & 149-151 Second Street by Zeik Development Group
• P-12-22: New liquid gas storage/vaporizer at 200-334 Third Avenue by Elizabethtown Gas Company

The Elizabeth Planning Board approved three site plan resolutions (P-10-22, P-58-06 Amended, P-17-21) and the Baker Center Redevelopment Plan, all by 5-0 votes. The board also authorized a Midtown Redevelopment Study with condemnation power and a redevelopment plan for 5-61 Bay Avenue. A minor subdivision at 843-847 Adams Street was approved 6-0, while two other applications were carried to future meetings.

• Approved resolution P-10-22 for 69-73 West Jersey St & 100-134 Price St (5-0)
• Approved resolution P-58-06 Amended for 786-790 Trumbull St (5-0)
• Approved resolution P-17-21 for 165 Division St (5-0)
• Approved Baker Center Redevelopment Plan (5-0)
• Authorized Midtown Redevelopment Study with condemnation power (5-0)
• Authorized redevelopment plan for 5-61 Bay Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minor subdivision and site plan at 843-847 Adams St (6-0)
• Carried application P-13-21 for 863-865 Elizabeth Ave to December 1 meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding traffic stops, parking zones, and a bond for radio equipment. The body is also considering numerous contracts for police vehicles, computer hardware, and professional services.

• Bond Ordinance No. 5695 for the acquisition of Multi Band Radios appropriating $1,400,000.00
• Purchase of 16 Ford Utility Interceptors for the Police Department totaling $507,625.60
• Contract with EPLUS Technology, Inc. for computer hardware not to exceed $225,000.00
• Ordinance No. 5697 to create 15-minute and 2-hour timed parking zones
• Ordinance No. 5692 to add four-way stops at Lafayette Street and Reid Street, and Front Street and Court Street

The City Council adopted ordinances on first and final reading, including a $1.4 million bond ordinance for multi-band radios for the Fire Department, funded by $1.33 million in bonds. The council also approved a $325,000 capital budget amendment for a replacement ambulance, and adopted several traffic and parking changes, including new stop signs and timed parking zones. All votes were 8-0.

• Adopted $1.4M bond ordinance for multi-band radios for Fire Department (8-0)
• Approved $325,000 capital budget amendment for replacement ambulance (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance adding four-way stop at Lafayette & Reid streets and stop at Front & Court streets (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance creating 15-minute and 2-hour timed parking zones on Union Street at West Grand Street (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance repealing obsolete bicycle licensing and electrician registration chapters (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance donating 100-106 Cherry Street to Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Baker Center Redevelopment Plan to allow warehouse use (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance increasing fees for various business licenses (8-0)

Zoning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on September 8, 2022, to consider resolutions, development review hearings, and other business. The board will review final site plans, variances, and subdivisions for properties on Chestnut Street, Magnolia Avenue, Lafayette Street, Division Street, and Elizabeth Avenue. It will also consider an extension of time for a Spring Street project and a request to adjourn a mixed-use development on North Avenue to the October meeting.

• Z-05-22: PSE&G final site plan at 1130-1150 Chestnut Street
• Z-07-22: Magnolia Estates, LLC 'd' variance and minor subdivision at 1062-1084 Magnolia Avenue
• Z-15-21: Martha Rodriguez proposes subdividing 950-952 Lafayette Street and converting a two-family to three-family with garage apartment
• Z-02-22: St. Joseph Social Services proposes two 1-story pole barns at 100-122 Division Street
• Z-06-22: La Jolla, LLC proposes second floor outdoor eating area at 553-559 Elizabeth Avenue

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to review several development applications, including site plans and variances for residential and mixed-use projects. The board will also discuss redevelopment studies and plans for areas including the Baker Center, Midtown, and Bay Avenue.

• P-10-22: Preliminary and final site plan for 69-73 West Jersey St & 100-134 Price St by 190 Union Redevelopment Urban Renewal, LLC.
• P-13-21: Add third floor to mixed-use building at 863-865 Elizabeth Ave for residential units (C-2 zone, Ward 6).
• P-19-21: New 3-story residential building with 8 units at 431-435 Morris Ave (C-1 zone, Ward 4).
• P-02-22: New 3-story residential building with 8 two-bedroom units at 338 South Broad St (R-3 zone, Ward 2).
• P-08-22: Subdivide 843-845 & 847 Adams St into two lots and build two-family dwellings (R-2 zone, Ward 5).

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including flood mitigation, road reconstruction, and weapons-free zone amendments. The body is also considering numerous professional service contracts and equipment purchases for city departments.

• Sewer Utility Bond Ordinance for Flood Mitigation Facilities Project: $20,510,000
• Bond Ordinance for reconstruction of various roads: $10,000,000
• Non-Condemnation Redevelopment Plan for 823-827 East Jersey Street
• Capital Surplus Ordinance for Fire Department equipment lost during Hurricane IDA: $700,000
• Ordinance to amend "Weapons Free Zones" to include legal weapons and additional sensitive places

The Elizabeth City Council adopted an ordinance expanding the city's weapons-free zones to include legal weapons and additional sensitive places, such as schools, libraries, and public transit. The council also approved a $10 million bond for road reconstruction and a $20.5 million bond for flood mitigation. Several other ordinances were passed, including redevelopment plans and equipment purchases.

• Adopted weapons-free zone expansion to include legal weapons (7-0, Gonzalez excused)
• Approved $10M road reconstruction bond ordinance (8-0)
• Approved $20.5M flood mitigation bond ordinance (8-0)
• Adopted 823-827 East Jersey Street redevelopment plan for 10 affordable units (8-0)
• Approved $700K for fire equipment replacement after Hurricane Ida (8-0)
• Approved $500K for traffic lights and road resurfacing (8-0)
• Adopted Elizabethport Phase II redevelopment plan amendment (7-0, Torres excused)
• Approved $1.4M bond for multi-band radios (8-0)

Zoning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on August 11, 2022, to review several development applications. The agenda includes a final site plan for a new PSE&G electrical substation, a mixed-use residential building, an outdoor eating area, and a lot subdivision. The board will also approve minutes from a July 21 special meeting.

• Z-05-22: PSE&G proposes new electrical substation at 1130-1150 Chestnut Street, C-2/C-4 zone, Ward 5
• Z-16-21: 3-story mixed-use building with 1 commercial unit and 6 two-bedroom apartments at 50-52 North Avenue, OC-1 zone, Ward 4
• Z-06-22: Second-floor outdoor eating area at 553-559 Elizabeth Avenue, R-3A zone, Ward 1
• Z-07-22: Lot subdivision at 1062-1084 Magnolia Avenue, C-2 zone, Ward 5

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two applications unanimously (5-0): a final site plan for PSE&G at 1130-1150 Chestnut Street and a minor subdivision with variance for Magnolia Estates at 1062-1084 Magnolia Avenue. The board also approved the July 21, 2022 special meeting minutes and a resolution for the PSE&G project. Two other applications were adjourned to future meetings, and the board entered closed session to discuss Spring Street litigation.

• Approved final site plan for PSE&G at 1130-1150 Chestnut Street (5-0)
• Approved resolution Z-05-22 for PSE&G at 1130-1150 Chestnut Street (5-0)
• Approved minor subdivision and variance for Magnolia Estates at 1062-1084 Magnolia Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 21, 2022 special meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned Z-06-22 (553-559 Elizabeth Avenue) to September 8, 2022 with re-notice
• Adjourned Z-16-21 (50-52 North Avenue) to October 13, 2022 without re-notice
• Entered closed session to discuss Spring Street litigation

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including a $2,000,000 IT network improvement and a $10,000,000 road resurfacing project. The agenda also includes requests for professional service contracts, public defender appointments, and various equipment purchases for police and fire departments.

• Ordinance to appropriate $2,000,000 for Information Technology Network improvements
• Bond ordinance for a $10,000,000 Road Resurfacing Project
• Sewer Utility bond ordinance for $20,510,000 for Flood Mitigation Facilities Phase III
• Capital surplus ordinance for $700,000 to replace Fire Department equipment lost during Hurricane IDA
• Appointment of Municipal Public Defenders not to exceed $175,000.00

The City Council adopted several ordinances on first reading, including a $10 million road reconstruction bond ordinance, a $20.51 million flood mitigation bond ordinance, and a $700,000 appropriation for fire equipment lost during Hurricane Ida. It also passed on final reading an ordinance appropriating $2 million for IT network improvements and increased temporary municipal prosecutor pay from $300 to $500 per session. The Elizabethport Phase II redevelopment plan amendment was tabled.

• Adopted $10M road reconstruction bond ordinance (6-0)
• Adopted $20.51M flood mitigation bond ordinance (6-0)
• Adopted $700K fire equipment replacement ordinance (6-0)
• Adopted $500K traffic lights ordinance (6-0)
• Adopted $2M IT network improvements ordinance on final passage (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance increasing temporary prosecutor pay to $500/session (6-0)
• Tabled Elizabethport Phase II redevelopment plan amendment (6-0)
• Approved $100K portable toilet rental contract with Johnny on the Spot (6-0)

Zoning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a special meeting on July 21, 2022, to consider several development applications, including a PSE&G electrical substation, a lot subdivision, and multiple variance requests. The board will also vote on a resolution denying a variance and site plan for a property on Fremont Place, and will nominate a professional planner for the upcoming year.

• Z-13-21: Denial of variance and site plan for 1370-1372 Fremont Place
• Z-15-21: Subdivide 950-952 Lafayette Street into two lots, convert one to three-family with garage apartment
• Z-02-22: Construct two pole barns at 100-122 Division Street for St. Joseph Social Services
• Z-04-22: Add basement bedrooms and parking at 216 Palmer Street
• Z-05-22: PSE&G to build electrical substation at 1130-1150 Chestnut Street

The Elizabeth Zoning Board approved a preliminary site plan and all variances for PSE&G's project at 1130-1150 Chestnut Street, with a 6-0 vote. The board also denied a variance and site plan for 1370-1372 Fremont Place, and nominated Harbor Consultants as professional planners for the upcoming year. Several other applications were adjourned to future meetings.

• Approved preliminary site plan and all variances for PSE&G at 1130-1150 Chestnut Street (6-0)
• Denied 'd' variance and preliminary & final site plan for 1370-1372 Fremont Place (1-0, 4 abstentions)
• Nominated Harbor Consultants as Professional Planners for July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 9, 2022 regular meeting (4-0)
• Withdrawn appeal of Z.O. decision for 552-572 Morris Avenue (TNT Fireworks)
• Adjourned to September 8, 2022 with re-notice for Z-15-21, 950-952 Lafayette Street
• Adjourned to September 8, 2022 without re-notice for Z-02-22, 100-122 Division Street and Z-04-22, 216 Palmer Street

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt temporary budgets for the 2023 fiscal year. The body is also introducing an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits.

• Temporary FY 2023 Municipal Budget: $84,386,287.51
• Temporary FY 2023 Sewer Utility Budget: $15,582,781.00
• Temporary FY 2023 Capital Budget: $218,921,400.00
• Ord. No. 5682: Ordinance to exceed State FY 2023 Municipal Budget Appropriation Limits

The Elizabeth City Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved the FY2023 temporary municipal, sewer utility, and capital budgets, along with an ordinance to exceed the state appropriation cap by up to 3.5%. The temporary municipal budget totals $68,404,925, and the sewer utility temporary budget is $15,582,781. The capital budget for FY2023 includes $218,976,400 in projects, with $171,676,900 planned for the current year. All votes were 6-0 in favor.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 5682 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits by up to 3.5% (6-0)
• Approved FY2023 temporary municipal budget of $68,404,925 (6-0)
• Approved FY2023 temporary sewer utility budget of $15,582,781 (6-0)
• Approved FY2023 capital budget totaling $218,976,400 (6-0)

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a special meeting to consider several development applications, including a major mixed-use project, subdivisions, and site plans. The board will also discuss and potentially adopt redevelopment plans for East Jersey Street and the Elizabeth port area. Several items are scheduled for public hearings, while others are proposed for adjournment to the next regular meeting.

• P-10-22: 5-story mixed-use building with 44 one-bedroom and 27 two-bedroom apartments plus commercial space at 69-73 West Jersey St & 100-134 Price St
• P-05-22: Major subdivision and site plan at 127-135 Franklin St (MAS Capital, LLC)
• P-04-22: Minor subdivision at 1017-1021 Laura St (Bondi Investments, LLC)
• P-58-06 Amended: Rear yard setback variance at 786-790 Trumbull St (Trumbull NJ Realty, LLC)
• P-17-21: 5-story self-storage building at 165 Division St (Seaport Self Storage, LLC)

The Elizabeth Planning Board approved several resolutions and development applications, including minor subdivisions, variances, and site plans. It also recommended two redevelopment plans to the City Council. All votes were unanimous with no public opposition.

• Approved P-04-22, 1017-1021 Laura Street minor subdivision (4-0)
• Approved P-05-22, 127-135 Franklin Street variance and major subdivision (4-0)
• Approved and recommended 823-827 East Jersey Street Redevelopment Plan to City Council (7-0)
• Approved and recommended Elizabethport Amended Redevelopment Plan to City Council (9-0)
• Approved P-17-21, 165 Division Street preliminary and final site plan (9-0)
• Approved P-10-22, 69-73 West Jersey Street & 100-134 Price Street preliminary and final site plan (8-0)
• Approved P-58-06 Amended, 786-790 Trumbull Street variance and amended subdivision (8-0)
• Adjourned P-19-21, P-02-22, and P-08-22 to September 1st meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several bond ordinances for playground, field, and sewer improvements. The body is also considering numerous contracts for police, fire, and EMS equipment, as well as personalized handicapped parking authorizations.

• Ord. No. 5661: $4,000,000 for Kapkowski Road Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project
• Ord. No. 5659: $2,500,000 for Sisselman Field Improvements Project
• Ord. No. 5658: $1,200,000 for Lynch Memorial Playground improvements
• Ord. No. 5662: $750,000 for traffic lights and road resurfacing
• Contract for Horizon HealthCare Dental Services not to exceed $1,850,000

The Elizabeth City Council held public hearings and gave final approval to four bond ordinances funding capital improvements: $1.2 million for Lynch Memorial Playground, $2.5 million for Sisselman Field, $4 million for Kapkowski Road sewer replacement, and $750,000 for traffic lights and road resurfacing. It also introduced five ordinances on first reading, including a ban on ATVs and dirt bikes, and received numerous contract recommendations from the Business Administrator for future action.

• Approved $1.2M supplemental appropriation for Lynch Memorial Playground improvements (7-0)
• Approved $2.5M bond for Sisselman Field improvements (7-0)
• Approved $4M bond for Kapkowski Road sanitary sewer replacement (7-0)
• Approved $750,000 for traffic lights and road resurfacing (7-0)
• Introduced ordinance banning ATVs and dirt bikes on public streets (7-0, first reading)
• Introduced ordinance amending city personnel table of organization (7-0, first reading)
• Introduced ordinance adding Assistant Personnel Tech position (7-0, first reading)
• Introduced $2M IT network infrastructure upgrade ordinance (7-0, first reading)

Zoning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on June 9, 2022, to consider resolutions and conduct development review hearings. The board will vote on two prior applications and hear five new proposals, including converting a convent into apartments, expanding dwellings, and constructing accessory buildings. All items are for discussion and decision at this meeting.

• Z-10-21: 316-318 & 320-324 South Fifth Street, variances and site plan
• Z-03-22: 20-52 Butler Street, variances and minor subdivision
• Z-11-21: 301 South Street, convert convent to 13 apartments (6 one-bedroom, 7 two-bedroom)
• Z-13-21: 1370-1372 Fremont Place, convert 2-family to 3-family dwelling
• Z-15-21: 950-952 Lafayette Street, lot subdivision and dwelling conversion

The Elizabeth Zoning Board approved resolutions for variances and site plans at 316-318 & 320-324 South Fifth Street and 20-52 Butler Street, both by 5-0 votes. A development application for 1370-1372 Fremont Place was denied by a 4-1 vote. Three other applications were adjourned to future meetings, and the board entered closed session to discuss Spring Street litigation.

• Approved Z-10-21 (316-318 & 320-324 South Fifth Street) variances and site plan (5-0)
• Approved Z-03-22 (20-52 Butler Street) variances and minor subdivision (5-0)
• Denied Z-13-21 (1370-1372 Fremont Place) variance and site plan (4-1)
• Adjourned Z-11-21 (301 South Street) to a date to be determined (7-0)
• Adjourned Z-15-21 (950-952 Lafayette Street) to July 21 special meeting (7-0)
• Adjourned Z-02-22 (100-122 Division Street) to July 21 special meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes of May 12, 2022 (5-0)
• Entered closed session for Spring Street litigation

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board approved resolutions for a variance and subdivision at 313-319 & 321-325 Doyle Street, a minor subdivision at 1017-1021 Laura Street, and a variance and major subdivision at 127-135 Franklin Street. The board also approved a reexamination of the Baker Center Redevelopment Plan to consider warehouse uses on Newark Avenue parcels. Two applications were adjourned to future meetings.

• Approved P-15-21, 313-319 & 321-325 Doyle Street, Distinct Properties, LLC (3-0)
• Approved P-04-22, 1017-1021 Laura Street, Bondi Investments, LLC (6-0)
• Approved P-05-22, 127-135 Franklin Street, MAS Capital, LLC (6-0)
• Approved reexamination of Baker Center Redevelopment Plan for warehouse uses on Newark Avenue parcels (6-0)
• Adjourned P-13-21, 863-865 Elizabeth Avenue, The W Group, LLC to September 1st meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned P-17-21, 165 Division Street, Seaport Self Storage, LLC to June 23rd special meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several high-value contracts including a $7.18 million purchase of new fire apparatuses. Other items include requests for police equipment, software maintenance, and the establishment or rescission of personalized handicapped parking spaces.

• Ordinances to establish or rescind personalized handicapped parking spaces
• Contract for seven new Fire Apparatuses and one TAC Support Vehicle for $7,183,470.11
• Police Department request for Highway Safety Fund Grant Program funds up to $61,698.00
• Request for U.S. Department of Justice ballistic vest funding up to $100,000.00
• Contract for SHI International police software maintenance and support for $78,594.66

The City Council unanimously approved a $7,183,470.11 contract with Fire and Safety Services Ltd. for seven new fire apparatuses and one TAC support vehicle, funded through ARP grants and capital accounts. The council also passed several ordinances on final passage, including establishing and rescinding personalized handicapped parking spaces, and adopted resolutions for grants, software contracts, and a property acquisition. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved $7,183,470.11 contract for 7 fire apparatuses and 1 TAC vehicle (5-0)
• Adopted ordinances establishing 3 new handicapped parking spaces (5-0 each)
• Adopted ordinances rescinding 4 prior handicapped parking space ordinances (5-0 each)
• Approved $78,594.66 contract for police CAD/RMS software maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $78,092.78 contract for GovPilot civic engagement software (5-0)
• Authorized sale of 16 Hurricane Ida-damaged fire vehicles (5-0)
• Approved $14,000 Click It or Ticket grant budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved $105,400 in FY2022 municipal budget transfers (5-0)

Zoning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on May 12, 2022, to consider several development applications. The board will review a proposal for a 3-story mixed-use building with retail and apartments, a conversion of a 2-family home to 3-family, and a lot consolidation and subdivision for industrial property. It will also vote on resolutions for a hospital expansion and a time extension, and consider adjourning one application to the next meeting.

• Z-01-22: Trinitas Regional Medical Center, 636-642 Pearl St, 200-238 S. Pearl St, 200-260 Williamson St — 'c' and 'd' variances, major subdivision, final major subdivision
• Z-22-17: 233 Broad St, 233 Broad LLC — one-year extension request
• Z-10-21: 316-318 & 320-324 S. Fifth St — 3-story mixed-use building, 2 retail units, 15 apartments (7 one-bedroom, 8 two-bedroom) in R-2 zone
• Z-13-21: 1370-1372 Fremont Pl — convert 2-family to 3-family dwelling, third story two-bedroom apartment in R-2 zone
• Z-03-22: 20-52 Butler St — lot consolidation and subdivision of old railroad property in MRC1 & MRC2 zones

The Elizabeth Zoning Board approved a resolution granting 'c' and 'd' variances and major subdivision for Trinitas Regional Medical Center at 636-642 Pearl Street, 200-238 S. Pearl Street, and 200-260 Williamson Street, with a 3-0 vote. The board also approved a one-year extension for 233 Broad Street (Z-22-17) and approved site plans for 316-318 & 320-324 South Fifth Street (Z-10-21) and 20-52 Butler Street (Z-03-22), each by 7-0 votes. The application for 1370-1372 Fremont Place was adjourned to the June 9 hearing, and the meeting adjourned at 10:26 p.m.

• Approved resolution Z-01-22 for Trinitas Regional Medical Center variances and major subdivision (3-0)
• Approved resolution Z-22-17 for one-year extension at 233 Broad Street (3-0)
• Approved site plan for 316-318 & 320-324 South Fifth Street (7-0)
• Approved site plan for 20-52 Butler Street (7-0)
• Adjourned application for 1370-1372 Fremont Place to June 9 hearing (7-0)
• Adjourned application for 100-122 Division Street to June 9 hearing (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances and petitions including a $600,000 appropriation for a Recreation Department parking lot. Discussions include large-scale infrastructure proposals for sewer replacements, field improvements, and road resurfacing.

• Ordinance 5648: $600,000 for Recreation Department parking lot design and construction
• Ordinance 5649: Amendment to the Midtown Elizabeth Redevelopment Plan
• Bond Ordinance: $1,200,000 for Lynch Memorial Project improvements
• Bond Ordinance: $2,500,000 for Sisselman Field Project installations
• Bond Ordinance: $4,000,000 for Kapkowski Road Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project

The Elizabeth City Council adopted a $8.45 million capital budget amendment covering Lynch Memorial Playground, Sisselman Field, Kapkowski Road sewer replacement, and traffic light/road resurfacing projects. It also passed ordinances on first reading for these projects and approved several contracts and grants, including a $1 million ARP playground grant and a $4 million ARP sewer grant. The council confirmed Joseph Colacitti as Tax Assessor and approved payments for accumulated absence benefits.

• Adopted $8.45M capital budget amendment (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance for $1.2M Lynch Memorial Playground improvements (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance for $2.5M Sisselman Field improvements (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance for $4M Kapkowski Road sewer replacement (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance for $750K traffic lights and road resurfacing (8-0)
• Confirmed Joseph Colacitti as Tax Assessor (8-0)
• Approved $1M ARP 6th Street Playground grant (8-0)
• Approved $4M ARP Kapkowski Road sewer grant (8-0)

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on May 5, 2022, to review development applications, including a major subdivision on Doyle Street and a self-storage building on Division Street. The board will also consider a redevelopment study for 23-33 South Spring Street and vote on resolutions, including a site plan for 423-427 Morris Avenue. Two other applications are scheduled for adjournment to the June 2 meeting.

• P-15-21: Consolidate two lots into four, each with a 3-story two-family residential building at 313-319 & 321-325 Doyle Street (major subdivision, 'c' variance)
• P-17-21: New 5-story self-storage building at 165 Division Street (preliminary and final site plan)
• P-01-21: 3-story residential building with 11 units at 423-427 Morris Avenue (final site plan)
• 23-33 South Spring Street Redevelopment Study
• Adjournment requests for P-13-21 (863-865 Elizabeth Avenue) and P-01-21 (423-427 Morris Avenue) to June 2

The Elizabeth Planning Board approved a major subdivision and final site plan for 313-319 & 321-325 Doyle Street, along with a redevelopment study for 823-827 East Jersey Street. The board also approved a resolution for a variance and preliminary site plan at 423-427 Morris Avenue and authorized a study for the South Spring Street area. All votes were unanimous (5-0 or 3-0).

• Approved P-01-21, 423-427 Morris Avenue (c variance & preliminary site plan) (3-0)
• Approved 23-33 South Spring Street Redevelopment Study (3-0)
• Approved P-15-21, 313-319 & 321-325 Doyle Street (c variance, major subdivision, final major subdivision) (5-0)
• Approved Redevelopment Study for 823-827 East Jersey Street (5-0)
• Adjourned applications for P-13-21, P-17-21, and P-01-21 to next meeting (5-0)

Zoning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on April 14, 2022, to hear several development applications, including a major subdivision for Trinitas Regional Medical Center, a minor subdivision on Lafayette Street, and a site plan for new pole barns. The board will also consider resolutions, a one-year extension for a prior application, and requests to adjourn two other cases to future meetings.

• Z-15-21: 950-952 Lafayette Street – subdivide lot, convert two-family to three-family with garage apartment (R-2 zone, Ward 6)
• Z-01-22: 636-642 Pearl St, 200-238 S. Pearl St, 200-260 Williamson St – Trinitas Regional Medical Center, consolidate 5 lots into 4 (Public zone, Ward 6)
• Z-02-22: 100-122 Division Street – St. Joseph Social Services, construct two 1-story pole barns (Public zone, Ward 6)
• Z-22-17: 233 Broad Street – one-year extension request
• Adjournments: Z-10-21 (South Fifth Street mixed-use) to May 12; Z-11-21 (301 South Street convent conversion) to June 9

The Elizabeth Zoning Board approved a variance and subdivision for Trinitas Regional Medical Center's lot line adjustments, and approved a resolution for Sustainable Jersey's green building practices. A site plan for St. Joseph Social Services was tabled to May 12. The board also approved a one-year extension for 233 Broad Street and adjourned several other applications to future meetings.

• Approved Z-14-21, 1050 Bond Street variance (4-0)
• Approved Sustainable Jersey green building resolution (4-0)
• Approved Z-01-22, Trinitas Regional Medical Center variance and subdivision (7-0)
• Tabled Z-02-22, St. Joseph Social Services site plan to May 12 (7-0)
• Approved Z-22-17, 233 Broad Street one-year extension (7-0)
• Adjourned Z-10-21, South Fifth Street mixed-use to May 12 (7-0)
• Adjourned Z-11-21, 301 South Street conversion to June 9 (7-0)
• Adjourned Z-15-21, Lafayette Street subdivision to June 9 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including redevelopment plans for Pennsylvania Avenue and Magnolia Avenue. The agenda also includes requests for various municipal contracts, capital surplus ordinances for roadwork and property demolition, and the establishment of personalized handicapped parking spaces.

• Redevelopment Plan for 581-599 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Amended Magnolia Avenue Redevelopment Plan for 854-910 Magnolia Avenue
• $1,000,000.00 for traffic lights and road resurfacing
• $1,500,000.00 for acquisition, demolition and remediation of 51-55 Jefferson Avenue
• Contract with Denville Line Painting, Inc. not to exceed $200,000.00

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on April 7, 2022, with resolutions, a development review hearing, and other business. The main item is a public hearing on a proposed 3-story residential building at 423-427 Morris Avenue. The board will also consider resolutions for site plans on East Jersey Street, a Sustainable Jersey pledge, and an amended Midtown Redevelopment Plan. The meeting includes a closed session for litigation discussion and adjournment requests for future hearings.

• Public hearing: 423-427 Morris Ave, 3-story apartment building with 11 units (2 one-bedroom/studio, 9 two-bedroom), C-1 zone, Ward 4
• Resolution P-20-21: preliminary and final site plan for 1100-1132 East Jersey Street (Fortis Developers, LLC)
• Resolution P-14-21: final site plan for 828-832 & 834-836 East Jersey Street (Magill Real Estate Holdings)
• Resolution: Sustainable Jersey - Renew Green Building Practices and Sustainable Land Use Pledge
• Amended Midtown Redevelopment Plan (by Harbor Consultants) and 23-33 South Spring Street Redevelopment Study

The Elizabeth Planning Board approved several resolutions and development applications, including site plans for properties on East Jersey Street, a variance for affordable housing on Morris Avenue, and the amended Midtown Redevelopment Plan. All votes were unanimous (4-0 or 5-0). The board also approved a redevelopment study for South Spring Street and entered closed session for litigation discussion.

• Approved preliminary and final site plan for 1100-1132 East Jersey Street (4-0)
• Approved final site plan for 828-836 East Jersey Street (4-0)
• Approved Sustainable Jersey resolutions for green building practices and land use pledge (4-0)
• Approved variances and preliminary site plan for 423-427 Morris Avenue (5-0)
• Approved amended Midtown Redevelopment Plan (5-0)
• Approved 23-33 South Spring Street Redevelopment Study (5-0)
• Entered closed session for litigation discussion (5-0)

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a special meeting via Zoom to conduct a development review hearing for a proposed 5-story self-storage commercial building at 165 Division Street. The board will also discuss and consider a resolution on a redevelopment study for 823-827 East Jersey. The meeting includes roll call, pledge, and approval of prior minutes.

• Public hearing on preliminary and final site plan for 165 Division Street (Seaport Self Storage, LLC)
• Discussion of redevelopment study for 823-827 East Jersey by Harbor Consultants
• Resolution on redevelopment study for 823-827 East Jersey
• Meeting held via Zoom (ID: 849 6806 4536, Passcode: 460284)

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a special meeting via Zoom to conduct a development review hearing for a proposed 5-story self-storage building at 165 Division Street. The board will also discuss a redevelopment study for 823-827 East Jersey. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the March 3, 2022 regular meeting.

• P-17-21: 165 Division Street, Seaport Self Storage, LLC – new 5-story self-storage commercial building in C-4 zone, Ward 5 (preliminary and final site plan)
• Redevelopment Study for 823-827 East Jersey by Harbor Consultants

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding short-term rentals, cannabis establishments, and urban renewal agreements. The agenda also includes various contract recommendations for municipal equipment, infrastructure maintenance, and public works services.

• Library construction bond ordinance of $600,000.00
• Tax exemption agreement for Port Elizabeth Urban Renewal, LLC at 575-601 Kapkowski Road
• Warehouse facility agreement for NJIND Bay Avenue Urban Renewal LLC at 5-61 Bay Avenue
• Motorola service agreement for police, fire, and public works radios for $308,123.62
• Capital surplus ordinance for traffic lights and road resurfacing of $1,000,000.00

Zoning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on March 10, 2022, to review resolutions and a development hearing. They will consider a variance and site plan for a mixed-use project at 538-550 Morris Ave, a conditional use for a billboard at 649-653 Amboy Ave, and a new two-family dwelling at 1050 Bond St. A request to adjourn a proposal to convert a two-family home into a three-family at 1370-1372 Fremont Place to the May 12 meeting is also on the agenda.

• Z-03-21: 'c' & 'd' variances, preliminary & final site plan for 538-550 Morris Ave & 539-553 Cherry St (Grand at Morris, LLC)
• Z-12-21: conditional use, preliminary & final site plan for 649-653 Amboy Ave (Pacific Outdoor Advertising)
• Z-14-21: 'c' variance for new 3-story 2-family dwelling at 1050 Bond St (Marcelo DeFreitas)
• Z-13-21: request to adjourn 'd' variance & site plan for 3-family conversion at 1370-1372 Fremont Pl (Cecilia and Manuela Merino Morales)

The Elizabeth Zoning Board approved two resolutions for variances and site plans at 538-550 Morris Ave/539-553 Cherry St and 649-653 Amboy Ave, each by a 3-0 vote. The board also approved a variance for a three-story two-family dwelling at 1050 Bond St (5-0) and renewed Sustainable Jersey pledges. A request to adjourn a hearing for 1370-1372 Fremont Place to May 12 was granted.

• Approved Z-03-21 variance and site plan for 538-550 Morris Ave and 539-553 Cherry St (3-0)
• Approved Z-12-21 conditional use and site plan for 649-653 Amboy Ave (3-0)
• Approved Z-14-21 variance for 3-story 2-family dwelling at 1050 Bond St (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Sustainable Jersey land use and green building pledges (5-0)
• Adjourned hearing for Z-13-21 at 1370-1372 Fremont Place to May 12

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances related to the Jersey Walk development at 901-938 East Jersey Street. The agenda also includes numerous contract recommendations for police vehicle outfitting, public works equipment, and municipal supplies.

• Ordinance amendments for Jersey Walk residential and parking projects at 901-938 East Jersey Street
• Contract for Winner Ford to install lights and sirens on six Police Detective vehicles for $26,854.80
• Contract for Beyer Ford to purchase nine replacement DPW pickup trucks for $411,342.00
• Proposed tax abatement and financial agreement for Port Elizabeth Urban Renewal LLC warehouse project
• Request for $3,000,000.00 in special emergent appropriations for Tropical Storm Ida damages

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on March 3, 2022, to consider resolutions, development review hearings, and other business. Key items include a final site plan for two affordable multi-family dwellings at 828-832 and 834-836 East Jersey Street, and a preliminary and final site plan for parking at 1100-1132 East Jersey Street. The board will also discuss redevelopment studies and plans for several properties, and consider resolutions related to Sustainable Jersey. Two applications are scheduled for adjournment to the next meeting.

• Final site plan for two affordable multi-family dwellings with 10 two-bedroom units and 24 off-street parking spaces at 828-832 & 834-836 East Jersey Street (P-14-21)
• Preliminary and final site plan to add parking to existing building at 1100-1132 East Jersey Street (P-20-21)
• Redevelopment Study for 5-61 Bay Avenue
• Redevelopment Plan for 581-599 Pennsylvania Avenue (January 11th version)
• Resolution to renew Sustainable Jersey Green Building Practices and Sustainable Land Use Pledge

The Elizabeth Planning Board approved several redevelopment plans and site plans, including for properties on East Jersey Street, Magnolia Avenue, Bay Avenue, and Pennsylvania Avenue. All votes were unanimous, with tallies of five-zero or six-zero. The board also approved two Sustainable Jersey resolutions and adjourned to April 7th for two pending applications.

• Approved preliminary site plan and 'c' variance for 828-832 & 834-836 East Jersey Street (5-0)
• Approved redevelopment plan for 859-867 Magnolia Avenue (5-0)
• Approved redevelopment study for 5-61 Bay Avenue (6-0)
• Approved redevelopment plan for 581-599 Pennsylvania Avenue (6-0)
• Approved preliminary and final site plan for 1100-1132 East Jersey Street (6-0)
• Approved final site plan for 828-832 & 834-836 East Jersey Street (5-0)
• Approved redevelopment study for 5-61 Bay Avenue (6-0)
• Approved redevelopment plan for 581-599 Pennsylvania Avenue (6-0)

City Council

The Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding personalized handicapped parking spaces and land acquisition for the Elizabeth River Trail Project. Additionally, multiple contract recommendations and financial agreement amendments for urban renewal projects were received for consideration.

• Land acquisition of 79-85 Murray Street for the Elizabeth River Trail Project
• Establishment of several personalized handicapped parking spaces
• Greater Elizabeth Tourism Improvement District 2022 budget of $727,417.48
• Contract for Gila, LLC/Municipal Services Bureau for electronic payment services up to $60,000.00 per year
• Contract for Colliers Engineering & Design for recreation department services for $77,330.00

The Elizabeth City Council held public hearings and gave final approval to an ordinance authorizing acquisition of Shiloh Baptist Church property for the Elizabeth River Trail and flood control, with condemnation allowed if needed. The council also approved several contracts, including a $77,330 environmental engineering services agreement and a $250,000 grounds equipment contract. Three ordinances amending financial agreements for Jersey Walk developments at the former Elizabeth General Hospital site were introduced on first reading.

• Approved final passage of Ordinance 5604 authorizing $14,000 acquisition of Shiloh Baptist Church property for Elizabeth River Trail/flood control (7-0, 2 excused)
• Approved final passage of 9 ordinances establishing personalized handicapped parking spaces (all 9-0)
• Approved final passage of 2 ordinances rescinding prior handicapped parking space ordinances (all 9-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 5620 appropriating $600,000 for library construction matching funds (9-0)
• Introduced Ordinances 5617-5619 amending financial agreements for Jersey Walk E Jersey, Lafayette, and Garage developments (all 9-0)
• Approved $77,330 contract with Colliers Engineering & Design for recreation department environmental services (9-0)
• Approved $250,000 contract with Jesco, Inc. for grounds equipment parts and repairs (9-0)
• Approved $60,000/year contract with Gila LLC for credit card/electronic payment services (9-0)

Zoning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a proposed 960-square-foot billboard at 649-653 Amboy Avenue, and will vote on a resolution for a mixed-use development at 705-713 Newark Avenue. The board will also consider adjourning two mixed-use housing proposals to the April 14 meeting.

• Resolution Z-02-21: variance and site plan for The Grand at Penn, 705-713 Newark Avenue & 694-702 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Hearing Z-12-21: 960-sf billboard on railroad at 649-653 Amboy Avenue, M-2 zone, Ward 2
• Adjournment request Z-10-21: 3-story mixed-use building with 2 retail units and 15 apartments at 316-318 & 320-324 South Fifth Street
• Adjournment request Z-11-21: convert convent to 13 apartments at 301 South Street

The Elizabeth Zoning Board approved a resolution for the Grand at Penn development at 705-713 Newark Ave & 694-702 Pennsylvania Ave, granting a 'c' variance and preliminary/final site plan (4-0). It also approved a conditional use and site plan for Pacific Outdoor Advertising at 649-653 Amboy Ave (6-0). The board voted to keep the March meeting in-person (7-0).

• Approved Z-02-21 Grand at Penn variance and site plan (4-0)
• Approved Z-12-21 Pacific Outdoor Advertising conditional use and site plan (6-0)
• Approved January 13, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Voted to keep March meeting in-person (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several municipal contracts, including police tactical training and surveillance camera upgrades. The body is also discussing the acquisition of property from Shiloh Baptist Church for the Elizabeth River Trail Project and flood control.

• Contract for Police Tactical Training Courses with Northern Red, Inc. not to exceed $100,000.00
• Camera Licensing upgrade for surveillance cameras from JCT Solutions for $96,650.00
• Proposed acquisition of property at 79-85 Murray Street (Shiloh Baptist Church) for the Elizabeth River Trail Project
• Interlocal agreement with City of Linden for roadway resurfacing on Allen Street and Richford Terrace not to exceed $160,000.00
• Public hearings for personalized handicapped parking spaces at 139 Catherine St, 16 Kerlyn Ct, 67 Clover St, and 212 Christine St

The Elizabeth City Council adopted an ordinance authorizing funding for and acquisition of a portion of the Shiloh Baptist Church property at 79-85 Murray Street for the Elizabeth River Trail project and flood control purposes, with condemnation proceedings authorized if negotiations fail. The council also approved several other ordinances and resolutions, including multiple handicapped parking spaces, municipal prosecutor appointments, and budget amendments for various grants.

• Adopted ordinance authorizing acquisition of Shiloh Baptist Church property for river trail and flood control (5-0, 2 excused)
• Tabled ordinance granting environmental encroachment permit to Terminal Construction for West Grand Street fence (7-0)
• Adopted 10 ordinances establishing personalized handicapped parking spaces (7-0 or 8-0)
• Adopted 2 ordinances rescinding prior handicapped parking spaces (7-0 and 8-0)
• Approved $843,715 HOPWA grant budget amendment (8-0)
• Approved $450,000 traffic light system grant budget amendment (8-0)
• Approved $154,504 Childhood Lead Grant budget amendment (8-0)
• Approved $80,000 Kellogg Park recreational improvement grant budget amendment (8-0)

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to review development applications, including a proposal for two affordable multi-family buildings on East Jersey Street. The board will also consider resolutions for several other projects and examine a redevelopment plan for Magnolia Avenue.

• P-14-21: Two affordable multi-family dwellings, 10 two-bedroom units, 24 off-street parking spaces at 828-836 East Jersey Street
• Redevelopment Plan for 581-599 Pennsylvania Avenue
• P-08-21: Variance and site plan for 308-312 West Jersey Street
• P-09-21: Denial of variance and minor subdivision at 521-529 Irvington Avenue
• P-16-21: Major subdivision and site plan for multiple properties on Kapkowski Road

The Elizabeth Planning Board approved several resolutions and development applications, including a variance and site plan for 308-312 West Jersey Street, a denial of a variance and minor subdivision for 521-529 Irvington Avenue, a major subdivision and site plan for properties on Kapkowski Road, and a redevelopment plan for 581-599 Pennsylvania Avenue. The board also approved a variance and preliminary site plan for 828-836 East Jersey Street and a redevelopment plan for 859-867 Magnolia Avenue. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved P-08-21, variance and preliminary/final site plan for 308-312 West Jersey Street (6-0)
• Denied P-09-21, variance and minor subdivision for 521-529 Irvington Avenue (6-0)
• Approved P-16-21, major subdivision and site plan for properties on Kapkowski Road (7-0)
• Approved redevelopment plan for 581-599 Pennsylvania Avenue (6-0)
• Approved P-14-21, variance and preliminary site plan for 828-836 East Jersey Street (9-0)
• Approved redevelopment plan for 859-867 Magnolia Avenue (9-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several public hearings regarding street parking and stop signs. The body is also considering multiple vendor contracts for fire equipment, police ammunition, and city-wide internet services.

• Contract for Firefighter One Limited for protective clothing and equipment to be increased to $320,000.00
• Proposed contract with Absolute Protective Systems, Inc. for fire alarm and sprinkler inspections not to exceed $250,000.00
• Proposed contract with Eagle Point Gun/T.J. Morris & Son for police ammunition not to exceed $100,000.00
• Proposed multi-way stop intersection at Bond Street and Henry Street (Ord. No. 5587)
• Proposed truck parking prohibition on Madison Avenue between North Avenue and the City Line (Ord. No. 5588)

The Elizabeth City Council adopted several ordinances on final passage, including adding a multi-way stop at Bond and Henry Streets and banning truck parking on Madison Avenue between North Avenue and the city line. The council also approved numerous personalized handicapped parking spaces and rescinded several older ones, and passed resolutions on budget amendments, a tourism district budget, and a temporary municipal court judge reappointment.

• Adopted multi-way stop at Bond & Henry Sts (6-0)
• Adopted truck parking ban on Madison Ave, both sides, North Ave to city line (6-0)
• Approved 8 new personalized handicapped parking spaces (6-0 each)
• Rescinded 4 prior handicapped parking ordinances (6-0 each)
• Approved $30,507 Municipal Alliance Grant budget amendment (6-0)
• Approved Greater Elizabeth Tourism Improvement District 2022 budget of $727,417.48 (6-0)
• Reappointed Juliana Diaz as Temporary Municipal Court Judge, $300/session, up to $60,000 (6-0)
• Amended Firefighter One contract from $120,000 to $320,000 (6-0)

Zoning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with nominations for 2022 board officials, a closed session on potential litigation, and a vote on a final site plan resolution. The main business is a development review hearing for a 4-story, 61-unit apartment building at 538-550 Morris Avenue and 539-553 Cherry Street. The board will also consider adjourning two other items to the February 10 meeting.

• Resolution Z-04-21: final site plan for 320-326 Elizabeth Avenue (Kudakwamwari Foundation)
• Hearing Z-03-21: 4-story multifamily building with 61 units (9 one-bedroom, 52 two-bedroom) at 538-550 Morris Ave & 539-553 Cherry St, C-1 zone
• Adjournment request for Z-02-21: The Grand at Penn, 705-713 Newark Ave & 694-702 Pennsylvania Ave
• Adjournment request for Z-10-21: 3-story mixed-use building with 2 retail units and 15 apartments at 316-318 & 320-324 South Fifth St
• Adjournment request for Z-11-21: convent conversion to 13 apartments at 301 South St

The Elizabeth Zoning Board approved a preliminary and final site plan with variances for the Grand at Morris, LLC project at 538-550 Morris Avenue and 539-553 Cherry Street by a 6-1 vote after a public hearing. The board also unanimously re-elected its chairman, vice-chairman, and secretary for 2022, and approved the 2022-2023 meeting calendar. Minutes from the December 16, 2021 meeting were approved 4-0.

• Approved Z-03-21 Grand at Morris, LLC site plan with variances (6-1)
• Approved Z-04-21 Kudakwamwari Foundation final site plan at 320-326 Elizabeth Ave (7-0)
• Re-elected G. Castro as Chairman for 2022 (9-0)
• Re-elected J. Nunes as Vice-Chairman for 2022 (9-0)
• Re-elected M. Whitehead as Secretary for 2022 (9-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 meeting calendar (9-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec 16, 2021 meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several contract awards for city services and equipment, as well as budget amendments for state grants. The body is also considering ordinances to establish or rescind personalized handicapped parking spaces and modify traffic stops.

• Contract for two 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe SSV 4WD vehicles for the Fire Department totaling $91,573.30
• Contract for Skyline Environmental Inc. for Health and Safety Compliance Programs not to exceed $100,000.00
• Contract for Trinitas Physicians Practice LLC for an Employee Assistance Program not to exceed $40,000.00
• Budget amendments to insert grants totaling $549,201.21 from various state agencies
• Ordinances to create a multi-way stop at Bond Street and Henry Street and prohibit truck parking on Madison Avenue

The Elizabeth City Council approved a four-year contract with the Emergency Medical Service Division Supervisors Association, FMBA Local 309, including salary increases of 2% in 2021 and 2.25% annually from 2022 through 2024. The council also authorized the purchase of two fire department vehicles, awarded several professional service contracts, and adopted multiple ordinances on first reading, including new stop signs and handicapped parking spaces. All votes were unanimous (8-0) except where noted.

• Approved 4-year EMS supervisor contract with 2% and 2.25% raises (8-0)
• Awarded $91,573.30 contract for two 2022 Chevy Tahoe fire vehicles (8-0)
• Approved $36,244.72 in furniture purchases for Law Department (8-0)
• Approved $40,000 EAP and Alcohol Education Program contract (8-0)
• Approved $100,000 health and safety compliance contract (8-0)
• Adopted first reading of ordinance for multi-way stop at Bond & Henry Sts (7-0)
• Adopted first reading of ordinance banning truck parking on Madison Ave (8-0)
• Approved 13 ordinances establishing or rescinding handicapped parking spaces (8-0)

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on January 6, 2022, to elect officers, approve minutes, and consider several development applications. The agenda includes a resolution for a property on Magnolia Avenue and public hearings for residential and commercial projects, including a large warehouse. The board will also discuss a study to determine if a parcel on East Jersey Street is in need of redevelopment.

• Resolution P-11-21: 144-146 Magnolia Avenue, SNF Property Group, LLC (variance, preliminary & final site plan)
• P-01-21: 423-427 Morris Avenue — new 3-story apartment building with 12 units (C-1 zone)
• P-08-21: 308-312 West Jersey Street — new 5-story elevator apartment building with 17 two-bedroom units (R-4 zone)
• P-16-21: Rear 575-667 Kapkowski Road — 277,440 sq. ft. warehouse and office (major subdivision, site plan)
• Study request: 823-827 East Jersey Street (Block 7 Lot 287) for redevelopment area designation

The Elizabeth Planning Board denied a variance and minor subdivision for 521-529 Irvington Avenue (6-0) after public opposition, approved a variance and site plan for 308-312 West Jersey Street (6-0), and tabled a major subdivision for 313-325 Doyle Street to March 3, 2022. The board also approved a redevelopment study for East Jersey Street and recommended a redevelopment plan for Pennsylvania Avenue to City Council.

• Denied 'c' variance & minor subdivision at 521-529 Irvington Ave (6-0)
• Approved 'c' variance & site plan at 308-312 West Jersey St (6-0)
• Tabled major subdivision at 313-325 Doyle St to March 3, 2022 (6-0)
• Adjourned site plan at 423-427 Morris Ave to Feb 3, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved redevelopment study for 823-827 East Jersey St (6-0)
• Recommended redevelopment plan for 581-599 Pennsylvania Ave to City Council (5-0)
• Re-elected officers and appointed professionals for 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Dec 2, 2021 minutes (2-0)