Florham Park public meetings in 2024

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and vote on three ordinances, including a $600,000 bond for a new turf field at Volunteers Park, a $250,650 bond for emergency well replacement, and a police department code update for state licensing. The consent agenda includes 17 resolutions covering contract awards, tax refunds, and a resolution supporting restored municipal aid. The meeting also features recognitions for local youth sports champions.

• Ordinance #24-24: Bond ordinance appropriating $600,000 for turf field construction at Volunteers Park, with $570,000 in bonds
• Ordinance #24-25: Bond ordinance appropriating $250,650 for emergency replacement of Well #2 for the Water Utility, with $235,650 in bonds
• Ordinance #24-23: Amendment to Chapter 46 (Police Department) to align with state licensing law P.L. 2022, c.65
• Resolution #24-231: Awarding a contract to Keystone Sports Construction for phase 2 construction at Volunteers Memorial Park
• Resolution #24-226: Endorsing a request to restore municipal aid in the NJ FY2025 budget

The Borough Council meeting on December 12, 2024, was procedural, with no substantive decisions made. The only agenda items were recognitions of the Hanover Park Falcons Pee Wee football team for winning the MCYFL National Conference championship and the Ridgedale Middle School girls soccer team for winning the Morris County Group Two County Tournament.

• Recognized Hanover Park Falcons Pee Wee football team for MCYFL National Conference championship
• Recognized Ridgedale Middle School girls soccer team for Morris County Group Two County Tournament championship

Planning Board Meeting Information

The Planning Board will review an application for a two-sided electronic advertising sign and site improvements. The board will also consider a one-year extension for a subdivision and site plan at 2 Convent Road.

• HWY Associates, LLC: Application for a two-sided electronic advertising sign at 165 Park Avenue
• Sisters of Charity of St. Elizabeth: Request for one-year extension of major subdivision and site plan approval for 2 Convent Road
• 24SPW-23: Administrative site plan waiver for Cohen’s Fashion Optical at 176 Columbia Turnpike
• 24SPW-24: Administrative site plan waiver for Surgical Pavilion at Florham Park at 220 Ridgedale Ave
• 24SPW-25: Administrative site plan waiver for Atlantic Orthopedic Associates at 30B Vreeland Road

The Florham Park Planning Board ratified three administrative site plan waivers for changes in tenancy or ownership at local medical and retail properties. The board also carried a request from Sisters of Charity for a one-year extension of major subdivision and site plan approval to the January 13, 2025 meeting. An application for an electronic sign at 165 Park Avenue was rescheduled by the applicant to a later date.

• Ratified site plan waiver 24SPW-23 for Cohen's Fashion Optical at 176 Columbia Turnpike (unanimous)
• Ratified site plan waiver 24SPW-24 for Surgical Pavilion at 220 Ridgedale Ave (unanimous)
• Ratified site plan waiver 24SPW-25 for Atlantic Orthopedic Associates at 30B Vreeland Road (unanimous)
• Carried Sisters of Charity extension request to January 13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Rescheduled HWY Associates electronic sign application to a date to be determined

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider variance approvals for residential additions, decks, and a site plan extension. The board will also vote on the minutes from the November 6, 2024 meeting.

• One-year extension of site plan and use variance for 314 Greenwood Avenue
• Variance for excess improved lot coverage for a deck and patio at 36 Elmwood Road
• Variance for excess building coverage and setback encroachment for an addition at 9 Indian Lane

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council will vote on a sewer utility service charge amendment and introduce three new ordinances. These include funding for a turf field at Volunteers Park and emergency water well replacements. The council will also consider several resolutions regarding fire department air conditioning and planning services.

• Bond Ordinance #24-24: $600,000 for turf field construction at Volunteers Park
• Bond Ordinance #24-25: $250,650 for emergency replacement of Water Utility Well #2
• Ordinance #24-21: Amending Florham Park Sewer Utility service charges
• Ordinance #24-23: Updating Police Department licensing provisions
• Resolution #24-209: Emergency purchase for manhole frame and cover on Columbia Turnpike

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will vote to approve October meeting minutes and the 2025 meeting schedule. Members will also receive updates on the budget, a $500 ANJEC grant rollover, and planning for a potential townwide cleanup in March.

• Approve minutes from October 2024 meeting
• Approve 2025 meeting schedule (dates listed)
• Budget update with final numbers and items purchased on last purchase order
• $500 ANJEC grant rolled over to next year
• Discussion of potential townwide cleanup in March 2025, coordinating with DPW

Planning Board Meeting Information

The Florham Park Planning Board will hold a work session to consider two site plan waiver applications: Jewish Family Services (30A Vreeland Road) for a change of tenancy to general office and family therapy, and Bagel Nosh (177 Columbia Turnpike) for a change of tenancy to a deli. During the regular meeting, the board will vote on minutes from October 28 and discuss an amended major subdivision application by HomeTec Homebuilders for property at 42 & 48 Brooklake Road, with a request to carry the matter to the January 27, 2025 meeting. The board will also appoint a conflicts planner for the remainder of 2024 and note that the Alfieri application has been rescheduled to January 27, 2025.

• Site plan waiver for Jewish Family Services, 30A Vreeland Road (change of tenancy to general office and family therapy)
• Site plan waiver for Bagel Nosh, 177 Columbia Turnpike (change of tenancy to deli)
• Amended Major Subdivision Application by HomeTec Homebuilders for 42 & 48 Brooklake Road (Block 4101, Lots 5,6,25) – request to carry to January 27, 2025
• Appointment of a Conflicts Planner for the remainder of 2024
• Alfieri application rescheduled to January 27, 2025

Board of Health

The Florham Park Board of Health is holding a regular meeting with standard procedural items: approval of minutes, reports, and staff updates. The only substantive item listed is old business involving draft ordinances from Pequannock, but no details are provided. This is largely a procedural agenda.

• Discussion of draft ordinances from Pequannock under old business

Borough Council Meetings

At this work session, the council will receive a presentation from Keystone Sports Construction on a proposed turf field at Volunteers Memorial Park. Two ordinances are set for public hearing and possible adoption: one establishing a Fire Department Administrator/Director of Fire Safety, and another creating Construction and Trees sections within the Department of Public Works. The consent agenda includes authorizing a bond release for Pulte Homes' Del Webb community, a roadway improvement project on several streets, and non-fair and open contracts for fire department and animal control services.

• Presentation on proposed turf field at Volunteers Memorial Park
• Ordinance #24-20: Establish Fire Department Administrator/Director of Fire Safety
• Ordinance #24-22: Add Construction and Trees sections to DPW
• Consent resolution #24-201: Award contract for Delaware Road, Minnisink Road, Honeymoon Lane, Arrowhead Road roadway improvement project (NJDOT Municipal Aid)
• Consent resolution #24-191: Release safety and stabilization bond for Pulte Homes (Del Webb at Florham Park)

The Borough Council adopted two ordinances: one establishing a Fire Department Administrator/Director of Fire Safety position and another reorganizing the Department of Public Works into six sections. The Council also approved a consent agenda of resolutions, including a $679,399 contract for the Delaware Road, Minnisink Road, Honeymoon Lane, and Arrowhead Road improvement project, and approved bills totaling $4,334,962.74. A resolution regarding a bond release for Pulte Homes was postponed.

• Adopted Ordinance #24-20 establishing Fire Department Administrator/Director of Fire Safety position
• Adopted Ordinance #24-22 creating Construction and Trees sections within Department of Public Works
• Approved $679,399 road improvement contract with Portofino Builder's LLC (Resolution #24-201)
• Approved $31,079.03 non-fair/open contract for Fire Department kitchen appliances (Resolution #24-202)
• Approved non-fair/open contract for Animal Control Services with Animal Control Solutions LLC (Resolution #24-204)
• Approved $1,000/pay period additional pay for Interim/Acting Recreation Director (Resolution #24-205)
• Approved bills list totaling $4,334,962.74
• Postponed Resolution #24-191 regarding bond release for Pulte Homes

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Florham Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet on November 6, 2024, to consider a one-year extension of previously granted site plan and use variance approval for a property at 314 Greenwood Avenue, and a variance request for excess lot coverage at 36 Elmwood Road related to a proposed deck and patio. The board will also approve minutes from the October 16 meeting.

• Extension request for site plan and use variance approval at 314 Greenwood Avenue (Block 2703, Lot 21) to expire December 7, 2025
• Variance request for excess improved lot coverage at 36 Elmwood Road (Block 4004, Lot 19) for a proposed deck and patio
• Approval of minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting
• Public hearing participation is open; no new testimony after 9:30 p.m.

Planning Board Meeting Information

The Planning Board held a work session and regular meeting. They considered five site plan waivers for changes of tenancy at office spaces on Campus Drive, Park Avenue, and Vreeland Road. The board also approved June and August meeting minutes, adopted a corrective resolution for the Delaware Road LLC subdivision, and carried the amended preliminary and final major subdivision for HomeTec Homebuilders on Brooklake Road to the November 18 meeting.

• 24SPW-17: Change of tenancy for general office space at 100 Campus Drive (Campus 100, LLC)
• 24SPW-18: Change of tenancy for insurance office space at 180 Park Avenue (Carisk Partners)
• 24SPW-19: Change of tenancy for insurance office space at 180 Park Avenue (Renaissance Reinsurance)
• Corrective resolution for Delaware Road LLC (2 Delaware Road) to fix LLC name
• HomeTec Homebuilders amended subdivision at 42 & 48 Brooklake Road carried to November 18 meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve the September 2024 minutes. The body will discuss updates regarding grant work and pathways, as well as a December event and the cancellation of the November meeting.

• Approval of September 2024 meeting minutes
• Grant work update
• Pathways update
• December Event discussion
• November Meeting Cancellation

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will discuss updates on a fish survey and the installation of a new kiosk. Members will decide on the types of plants and total spending for lake plantings and review additional budget requests for equipment and fees.

• Decision on plant types and spending for lake plantings
• Budget review for new purchase orders including kiosk plexiglass and Certified Habitat fee
• Princeton Hydro updates on Fish Survey
• Planning for a potential townwide cleanup in March
• Update on new kiosk installation

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council will hold a regular meeting with ordinances for introduction, a consent agenda of resolutions, approval of minutes, and payment of vouchers. Key items include Ordinance #24-21 amending the Sewer Utility service charge schedule and Ordinance #24-22 establishing a Construction Section and Trees Section within the Department of Public Works. The consent agenda includes authorizing the release of a bond to Pulte Homes for the Del Webb community and establishing a tax-exempt policy for disabled veterans.

• Ordinance #24-21 amending Schedule of Service Charges for Florham Park Sewer Utility
• Ordinance #24-22 amending Chapter 2 to establish Construction Section and Trees Section in Department of Public Works
• Resolution #24-191 authorizing release of safety and stabilization bond to Pulte Homes for Del Webb at Florham Park
• Resolution #24-192 establishing policy for totally disabled tax-exempt veterans
• Resolutions #24-197, #24-198, #24-199 appointing part-time recreation basketball supervisors, ski club coordinator, and cheerleading supervisor

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Florham Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a resolution to deny an application for an 80-unit assisted living and memory care facility at Columbia Turnpike & Elm Street. The board will also vote on approval of a front setback variance for a residence at 21 Shetland Road. Minutes from the October 2 meeting are set for approval.

• Resolution of denial for BPS Development Application #BOA23-6: 80-unit assisted living facility at Columbia Turnpike & Elm Street (Block 1602, Lots 4 & 5).
• Resolution of approval for Susan and Robert Muth Application #BOA24-9: front setback variance for a portico and roof overhangs at 21 Shetland Road (Block 905, Lot 6).
• Approval of minutes from October 2, 2024 meeting.
• Public testimony cutoff at 9:30 p.m.

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council is holding a work session to discuss and introduce an ordinance that would establish the position of Fire Department Administrator/Director of Fire Safety. The consent agenda includes resolutions for a per diem deputy court administrator, a deer management program with bow hunting for 2024-2025, and a salary increase for a Department of Public Works laborer. The meeting also features a proclamation honoring the 165th anniversary of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth.

• Ordinance #24-20 amending Chapter 25 'Fire Department' to create a Fire Department Administrator/Director of Fire Safety
• Resolution #24-189 authorizing a deer management program and monitoring a bow hunting program for the 2024-2025 season
• Resolution #24-190 approving a salary increase for a Department of Public Works laborer
• Resolution #24-188 appointing a per diem deputy court administrator
• Proclamation in honor of the 165th anniversary of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Florham Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review a resolution of denial for a large care facility and two residential variance requests. The board will also approve minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting.

• BPS Development Application #BOA23-6: 80-unit assisted living and memory care facility at Columbia Turnpike & Elm Street
• Michael Melvin Application #BOA24-10: Lot coverage variance for a deck and patio at 36 Elmwood Road
• Susan and Robert Muth Application #BOA24-9: Front setback variance for a portico and roof overhangs at 21 Shetland Road

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss updates on Princeton Hydro work and NJDEP grants. Members will review a permit application for the Madison Common Condominium Association and discuss budget spending for trees and benches.

• Freshwater Wetlands General Permit and Flood Hazard Area Individual Permit application for Madison Common Condominium Association
• Princeton Hydro updates regarding work at SGL
• Proposed tree planting to mitigate flooding near a parking lot
• New kiosk installation and path maintenance at SGL
• Designation of SGL as a wildlife habitat

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council will consider an ordinance to provide funding for general capital projects. The body will also review resolutions regarding traffic engineering services and several tax appeal settlements.

• Ordinance #24-19 regarding funding for general capital projects
• Pedestrian signal timing improvements for Ridgedale Avenue and Columbia Turnpike
• Professional services agreement with Bright View Engineering for traffic services
• Donation of a 2020 Honda CRV to the Florham Park Police Department
• Tax appeal settlements for 200 Campus Drive, 26 Columbia Turnpike, 18 Columbia Turnpike, 30 Columbia Turnpike, 30 Vreeland Road, and 15 Vreeland Road

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Florham Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on September 18, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. The board is scheduled to vote on resolution approvals for two applications: a variance for excess building coverage and lot coverage at 18 Knapp Avenue, and a one-year extension for a previously granted variance at 27 Roosevelt Blvd. A public hearing will also consider a front setback variance for a proposed portico at 21 Shetland Road, with a request to carry the matter to the October 2 meeting.

• Thomas & Stacey Belli seek approval for excess building coverage, setback intensification, and lot coverage at 18 Knapp Ave
• Frank Brown and Nicole Padula request one-year extension of variance approval at 27 Roosevelt Blvd
• Susan and Robert Muth seek front setback variance for proposed portico at 21 Shetland Road, request carry-over to Oct 2
• Approval of minutes from September 4, 2024 meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve the August 2024 minutes. The body will discuss updates regarding grant work, Pathways, and Rev250, as well as potential events for the remainder of the year.

• Approval of August 2024 meeting minutes
• Grant work update
• Pathways and Rev250 update
• Planning of events for the rest of the year

Board of Health

The Board of Health is holding a regular meeting with only routine procedural items: approval of minutes from April 10, 2024, reports, communications, and public comment. No substantive discussions, rezonings, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from April 10, 2024
• Health Department staff report
• Public comment period
• New and old business (no details provided)
• Communications review

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council will hold a work session to discuss a consent agenda featuring several administrative resolutions. The body is considering tax cancellations, grant awards, and personnel appointments.

• Tax cancellations for 165 Park Avenue and Verizon-NJ
• Agreement with the Green at Florham Park Property Owners Association, Inc.
• Awards from Opioid Settlement, Clean Communities Grant, and EMAA Grant
• Appointment of an Accounts Clerk in the Finance Department
• Authorization of IT equipment and services via Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission

The Borough Council held a work session on September 5, 2024, and approved a consent agenda of 13 resolutions (including appointments, agreements, tax cancellations, and grant awards) and a bills list totaling $4,642,271.31. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational, with portfolio updates from council members.

• Approved consent agenda resolutions #24-165 through #24-177 (6-0)
• Approved bills list of $4,642,271.31 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2024 regular meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned public portion of meeting at 6:51 p.m. (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Florham Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider several variance applications, including a use variance and site plan for an 80-unit assisted living facility at Columbia Turnpike and Elm Street. Other items include variance requests for residential lot coverage and an extension of a prior variance.

• BPS Development application #BOA23-6: use variance and preliminary/final major site plan for 80-unit assisted living facility at Columbia Turnpike and Elm Street (Block 1602, Lots 4&5).
• Daniel Zuena application #BOA24-5: variance for excess improved lot coverage due to existing paver patio at 30 Woodbine Road.
• Thomas & Stacey Belli application #BOA24-1: variance for excess building coverage and setback due to roof overhang, and excess lot coverage due to patio at 18 Knapp Avenue.
• Frank Brown and Nicole Padula application #BOA22-10: one-year extension of previously granted variance at 27 Roosevelt Blvd.
• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2024 meeting.

The Florham Park Zoning Board denied BPS Development's application for an 80-unit assisted living and memory care facility at Columbia Turnpike and Elm Street, with a 4-2 vote. The board also approved a variance for a preexisting paver patio at 30 Woodbine Road and granted a one-year extension for a previously approved variance at 27 Roosevelt Blvd. All votes were recorded as specified in the minutes.

• Denied BPS Development's use variance and site plan for 80-unit assisted living facility (4-2)
• Approved Daniel Zuena's variance for excess lot coverage at 30 Woodbine Road (6-0)
• Granted one-year extension of variance approval for Frank Brown and Nicole Padula at 27 Roosevelt Blvd (5-0, 1 abstention)

Borough Council Meetings

The council will hold a public hearing and adopt ordinance #24-18 amending parking prohibition hours on certain streets. It will introduce ordinance #24-19 to amend general capital projects funding. The consent agenda includes declaring a water emergency with immediate restrictions, awarding a contract for the Delaware Road sanitary sewer extension project, and authorizing DPW equipment acquisition. The council will also approve minutes, an inactive liquor license renewal, audit certification, and corrective action plan.

• Public hearing on ordinance #24-18 amending parking prohibited hours on certain streets
• Introduction of ordinance #24-19 amending general capital projects funding
• Declaration of water emergency and immediate water restrictions (Resolution #24-164)
• Award of contract for Delaware Road, Minnisink Road, Honeymoon Lane, Arrowhead Road sanitary sewer extension (Resolution #24-163)
• Authorization of DPW equipment acquisition via ESCNJ contract (Resolution #24-160)

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review three variance applications. The most significant item is a proposal for an assisted living and memory care facility. Other items involve residential lot coverage and setback variances.

• BPS Development: Use variance and site plan for 80-unit assisted living facility at Columbia Turnpike & Elm Street
• Thomas & Stacey Belli: Building coverage and setback variance at 18 Knapp Avenue
• Daniel Zuena: Lot coverage variance for a paver patio at 30 Woodbine Road

Planning Board Meeting Information

The Planning Board will hold a work session and regular meeting to process administrative approvals. The board will review a minor subdivision and several site plan waivers for local businesses.

• Minor subdivision resolution for 2 Delaware Road (Block 1101, Lot 18)
• Site plan waiver for Florham Park Reflexology at 176 Columbia Turnpike
• Site plan waiver for Jet Set Pilates at 187 Columbia Turnpike
• Site plan waiver for Better Life Recovery & Wellness at 25A Hanover Road
• Site plan waiver for Bank of America at Regency Plaza Shopping Center for bollard installation

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approve April 2024 minutes, and discuss rescheduling the next meeting to September 15 at 11 a.m., including planning an ice cream social. Members will also review work on the LRSH roof, staffing needs, and minor administrative tasks such as cleaning promotional mugs, locating desks, and updating financial disclosure statements and the CLG plan for fall.

• Proposal to move next meeting to September 15, 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
• Ice cream social scheduled 12-3 p.m. during the September meeting
• Discussion of LRSH roof work and completion
• Request for volunteers to staff LRSH (4 people per hour)
• Clean-up of 4th of July mugs and search for desks

Borough Council Meetings

The Florham Park Borough Council will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: one to lease municipal property at 165 Park Avenue to HWY Associates, LLC, and another to reorganize the Department of Public Works into Construction, Field Maintenance, and Trees sections. Two additional ordinances will be introduced, including one to amend parking restrictions on certain streets. The consent agenda includes resolutions to apply for state grants for multiple roadway and sidewalk improvement projects, oppose an industrial offshore wind project, and authorize the Borough to participate in litigation challenging New Jersey's affordable housing mandates. The meeting also includes an executive session, appointments, recognitions, and public comment.

• Ordinance #24-16: Authorizing lease of 165 Park Avenue to HWY Associates, LLC
• Ordinance #24-17: Amending DPW code to establish Construction, Field Maintenance, and Trees sections
• Resolution #24-148: Opposing the industrial offshore wind project
• Resolution #24-155: Authorizing participation in litigation over NJ affordable housing mandates
• Resolution #24-147: Hiring a Special Law Enforcement Officer Class III for school security

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Board will consider a use variance and site plan for an 80-unit assisted living and memory care facility. They will also review a request for excess lot coverage at 30 Woodbine Road.

• 80-unit assisted living and memory care facility at Columbia Turnpike & Elm Street
• Variance for excess improved lot coverage at 30 Woodbine Road
• Approval of June 26, 2024 meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Board of Adjustment is reviewing a proposal for an 80-unit assisted living and memory care facility. The board will also consider an application for driveway expansion and patio work at 42 Ridgedale Avenue.

• Use variance and site plan approval for 80-unit assisted living facility at Columbia Turnpike & Elm Street
• Driveway expansion and patio approval for 42 Ridgedale Avenue

Environmental Commission

The Florham Park Environmental Commission will discuss updates regarding the Ridgedale Pollinator Garden and the Princeton Hydro 2024 proposal. The meeting also includes remediation suggestions for 66 East Madison Avenue and NJDEP grant updates.

• Ridgedale Pollinator Garden dedication and sustainment overview
• Princeton Hydro 2024 proposal contract update
• Remediation suggestions for 66 East Madison Avenue
• NJDEP Grant updates
• New kiosk installation update

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Florham Park Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to discuss and vote on several variance applications, including requests for excess lot coverage and building coverage. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. The meeting is open to the public and participation is encouraged for those with an interest in the matters being discussed.

• 42 Ridgedale Avenue variance for driveway expansion and patio
• 30 Woodbine Road variance for preexisting paver patio and accessory structure
• 18 Knapp Avenue variance for building coverage and setback

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council will consider ordinances to create a new Mixed-Use Zone and rezone specific properties. The agenda also includes the introduction of an ordinance to lease municipal property at 165 Park Avenue for redevelopment. Other items include seasonal employee wage adjustments and utility improvements.

• Creation of a MU Mixed-Use Zone and rezoning certain properties (Ordinance #24-14)
• Lease of 165 Park Avenue to HWY Associates, LLC (Ordinance #24-16)
• Redevelopment agreement for the 165 Park Avenue project (Resolution #24-129)
• Design and engineering of a new turf field at Volunteers Park (Resolution #24-113)
• Amending salaries for non-union seasonal and part-time employees (Ordinance #24-12)

Planning Board Meeting Information

The Florham Park Planning Board will hold a work session and regular meeting on June 10, 2024. They will review two zoning ordinances referred by the Mayor and Council for Master Plan consistency, and consider a resolution for a sign variance at 30 Columbia Turnpike. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and administrative site plan waivers for tenancy changes.

• Ordinance #24-14: Create MU Mixed-Use Zone and rezone certain properties
• Ordinance #24-15: Rescind MF-8 Multifamily Residential Zone for Block 801, Lot 4, return to PB-2 Professional and Business Office Zone
• Resolution for 30 Florham Associates, LLC (30 Columbia Turnpike) for third wall sign variance
• Site plan waivers: 24SPW-9 (30B Vreeland Rd), 24SPW-10 (30A Vreeland Rd), 24SPW-11 (187 Columbia Tpke) for tenancy changes

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Board will review minutes from the May 15, 2024 meeting and consider two variance applications. One application involves building coverage at 18 Knapp Avenue, while another concerns driveway expansion and patio construction at 42 Ridgedale Avenue.

• Request to carry 18 Knapp Avenue application to the June 19, 2024 meeting
• Variance for excess lot coverage for a driveway and patio at 42 Ridgedale Avenue
• Approval of May 15, 2024, meeting minutes

Environmental Commission

The commission will discuss updates on the Ridgedale Pollinator Garden, kiosk installation, and Princeton Hydro 2024 contracts. Members will also review Earth Day lessons learned and a fencing proposal near Woodbine. Additionally, the group will address an email from a local resident.

• Update on Princeton Hydro 2024 proposal contracts
• New fencing proposal by intake pipe near Woodbine
• Ridgedale Pollinator Garden next steps and sustainment
• New kiosk installation update
• Review of Earth Day and Great Swamp Watershed Plant sale

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council will introduce ordinances to create a new Mixed-Use Zone and change specific property designations. The meeting also includes the adoption of a lease with PSE&G and appointments for volunteer firefighters.

• Ordinance #24-14: Creating a MU Mixed-Use Zone and rezoning certain properties
• Ordinance #24-11: Authorizing a lease with PSE&G for 37 Elm Street
• Appointment of three volunteer firefighters to the Florham Park Fire Department
• Ordinance #24-13: Designating handicapped parking at the Municipal Pool
• Resolution #24-93: Contract award for bar screen improvements at the sewer utility

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Board will consider applications for a new assisted living development and various residential lot changes. These include requests for pool extensions and changes to lot coverage and grades.

• Proposed 80-unit assisted living and memory care facility at Columbia Turnpike & Elm Street
• Request for excess lot coverage and grade changes at 29 Deerfield Drive
• Extension of previously granted approval for an in-ground pool at 109 Rockwood Road

Planning Board Meeting Information

The Florham Park Planning Board will review administratively approved site plan waivers regarding business ownership and tenancy changes. The board will also consider an application for a third wall sign at 30 Columbia Turnpike.

• Sign variance for third wall sign at 30 Columbia Turnpike
• Administrative waiver for Bond Veterinary, 176 Columbia Turnpike
• Administrative waiver for Park Dental Spa, 118 Columbia Turnpike
• Administrative waiver for Citrin Cooperman, 180 Park Avenue
• Approval of April 3, 2024 meeting minutes

Borough Council Meetings

The Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the 2024 Municipal Budget. The agenda also includes an ordinance for a shared services agreement with Morris Township regarding sewer service.

• Adoption of the 2024 Municipal Budget (Resolution #24-75)
• Shared services agreement with Morris Township for sewer service (Ordinance #24-10)
• Appointment of Yangbing Yu to the Fire Department
• Establishing 2024 wages for seasonal municipal pool employees
• Authorization of contract #24-02 for vending machines

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Board of Adjustment will consider several applications regarding lot coverage and setback variances. These requests involve installations for pools, patios, and driveway expansions.

• Extension of approval for an in-ground pool at 109 Rockwood Road
• Variance for excess lot coverage and setbacks at 16 Washington Street
• Variance for excess lot coverage and grade changes at 29 Deerfield Drive
• Variance for driveway expansion and patio at 42 Ridgedale Avenue

Environmental Commission

The Florham Park Environmental Commission is reviewing progress on several local environmental initiatives. The meeting includes updates on the Ridgedale Pollinator Garden, Earth Day event planning, and NJDEP grant status.

• Ridgedale Pollinator Garden fence installation and planting updates
• Review of final plans for Earth Day on April 27th
• NJDEP Grant update
• Princeton Hydro 2024 proposal contract updates
• Great Swamp Watershed Plant sale distribution on May 4th

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council will meet to adopt the 2024 municipal budget and a cost-of-living adjustment ordinance. The agenda includes ordinances for capital projects related to the water and sewer utilities. The council will also consider resolutions regarding personnel appointments and service contracts.

• Adoption of the 2024 Municipal Budget Resolution (#24-75)
• Public hearing and adoption of a cost-of-living adjustment ordinance (#24-04)
• Contract for grass cutting services with D’Onofrio & Son Inc, not to exceed $28,000.00 (#24-83)
• Introduction of an ordinance for a lease with PSE&G at 37 Elm Street (#24-11)
• Ordinances for capital projects related to the sewer and water utilities (#24-06, #24-07)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review monthly reports from the Registrar of Vital Statistics and Pequannock Township. The meeting also includes discussion on proposed updates to Board of Health Ordinances.

• Proposed changes to Board of Health Ordinances, including Chapter 259
• Approval of February 14, 2024 minutes
• Registrar of Vital Statistics monthly reports for February and March
• Pequannock Township monthly reports for January and February

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council will hold a work session to review administrative and planning items affecting municipal services and property development. The agenda covers a shared sewer agreement with the Township of Morris that outlines service responsibilities, a zoning amendment for 165 Park Avenue (Block 1401, Lot 5.01) that changes land use rules at that address, and contracts for local road and sidewalk repairs. The council will also consider budget adjustments and routine vendor payments.

• Ordinance #24-03: Public hearing on a redevelopment plan for 165 Park Avenue, Block 1401, Lot 5.01, including zoning map amendments
• Ordinance #24-10: Introduction of a shared services agreement with the Township of Morris for sewer service sharing
• Resolution #24-72: Authorization for a non-fair and open contract for curbing, sidewalks, and driveway apron improvements
• Resolution #24-73: Amendment to a 1977 agreement with the Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority
• Appointment of Jennifer Gorelov as an alternate member of the Board of Health

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Florham Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four residential property applications seeking zoning variances. These requests seek permission to modify lot coverage limits, setback boundaries, accessory structures, and ground elevation, which determine what homeowners can legally build or alter on their properties. The board will evaluate the applications under quasi-judicial procedures before taking formal action.

• Mark and Jessica Berkowitz at 96 Rockwood Road seek a variance for a second accessory structure in the R-15 zone.
• Roman Gorbal at 16 Washington Street requests variances for excess lot coverage and setback encroachment due to a pool patio, with a request to carry the item to April 17 without further notice.
• Thomas & Stacey Belli at 18 Knapp Avenue seek approval for intensified building coverage and setbacks related to an existing roof overhang and patio.
• Christopher McGreevy at 29 Deerfield Drive requests approval for excess lot coverage for a pool and patio, plus a grade change raising the elevation more than two feet near an adjoining property.

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Florham Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a proposed development at Columbia Turnpike and Elm Street. The applicant is requesting use variance approval and site plan approval for an 80-unit two-story assisted living and memory care facility. The board will also vote to approve the minutes from its March 20 meeting before adjourning.

• Public hearing on BPS Development Application #BOA23-6 at Columbia Turnpike & Elm Street
• Request for use variance and preliminary/final major site plan approval for an 80-unit assisted living facility
• Approval of minutes from the March 20, 2024 meeting

Environmental Commission

The Florham Park Environmental Commission is reviewing progress on local green initiatives, including the Ridgedale Pollinator Garden and a phragmite removal effort. Members will set an April 27 date for Earth Day activities and vote on related purchase orders to fund neighborhood events. These decisions determine funding for community projects and open meetings that affect local residents.

• Earth Day event scheduled for April 27; commission will vote on a purchase order amount
• Ridgedale Pollinator Garden fence installation and plant acquisition updates
• 2024 budget review and proposed changes to purchase order management
• Princeton Hydro 2024 proposal update regarding final contracts
• NJDEP grant status report and Great Swamp Watershed plant sale planning

Planning Board Meeting Information

The Florham Park Planning Board is reviewing an ordinance that would adopt a redevelopment plan for 165 Park Avenue (Block 1401, Lot 5.01) and update the Zoning Map to check Master Plan consistency. The board will also evaluate a rezoning request from Florham Park Columbia Hanover, LLC to change property at Columbia Turnpike & Ridgedale Avenue (Block 902, Lots 3–7) from PB-2 Professional and Business Office Zone to Mixed Use Zone. If the rezone has merit, it will be forwarded to Borough Council for final action. The board also approved the minutes from its March 11 meeting.

• Ordinance review for a redevelopment plan at 165 Park Avenue, Block 1401, Lot 5.01
• Rezoning request by Florham Park Columbia Hanover, LLC at Columbia Turnpike & Ridgedale Avenue (Block 902, Lots 3–7) to change from PB-2 Professional and Business Office Zone to Mixed Use Zone
• Approval of the March 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Borough Council Meetings

The Florham Park Borough Council will introduce the 2024 municipal budget and authorize a CAP Bank to manage appropriation limits. Members are reviewing ordinances for borough, water, and sewer utility capital projects, alongside salary adjustments for non-union employees. Two public hearings will address traffic code amendments and a local energy aggregation program. These actions determine annual spending caps, infrastructure funding, employee compensation, and municipal electricity rates.

• Introduction of the 2024 municipal budget and CAP Bank authorization
• Ordinances for general capital projects at borough, water, and sewer utilities
• Salary and wage adjustments for non-union full-time, seasonal, and part-time employees
• Public hearing on amendments to Section 238-24 of the Code of Ordinances (Vehicles and Traffic)
• Public hearing on establishing an Energy and Natural Gas Aggregation Program

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Florham Park Zoning Board of Adjustment reviewed several applications regarding property variances. The Board approved a permit for an 8ft x 8ft shed on Rockwood Road and an extension for a garage project on Roosevelt Boulevard. Two other applications involving lot coverage were carried to future meetings.

• Approved one-year extension for second floor addition and garage at 119 Roosevelt Blvd
• Approved variance for an 8ft x 8ft shed at 96 Rockwood Road
• Carried pool patio application for 16 Washington Street to April 3, 2024
• Carried lot coverage application for 30 Woodbine Road to May 15, 2024

Planning Board Meeting Information

The Florham Park Planning Board will review an ordinance to adopt a redevelopment plan for 165 Park Avenue. The board must determine if the plan is consistent with the Master Plan. Additionally, the board will consider a time extension for a minor subdivision at 2 Convent Road.

• Redevelopment plan review for 165 Park Avenue
• Time extension request for minor subdivision at 2 Convent Road
• Approval of February 26, 2024 meeting minutes

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council will consider an ordinance to adopt a redevelopment plan for 165 Park Avenue and amend the zoning map. The agenda also includes appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission and several administrative resolutions.

• Introduction of Ordinance #24-03 for a redevelopment plan at 165 Park Avenue
• Appointment of Elizabeth (Lisa) Messina to the Historic Preservation Commission
• Resolution to amend the conservation easement for the Little Red Schoolhouse
• Resolutions to appoint two drivers/laborers to the Department of Public Works
• Resolution opposing New Jersey bills A-4 and S-50 regarding the Fair Housing Act

Environmental Commission

The Florham Park Environmental Commission will discuss Earth Day planning and the Ridgedale Pollinator Garden. The agenda also includes a budget review and potential corporate volunteer activities.

• Scheduling fence installation and plant spending for Ridgedale Pollinator Garden
• Planning for Earth Day on April 27th
• Potential Phragmite removal event on March 23rd
• Review of the 2024 budget and purchase management
• Decision on Princeton Hydro 2024 proposal inclusions

Planning Board Meeting Information

The Florham Park Planning Board will hold a work session and regular meeting on February 26, 2024. The agenda includes an administrative site plan waiver for the Little Gym of Florham Park and an extension request for a minor subdivision at 2 Convent Road. The board will also review the Zoning Board of Adjustment's 2023 Annual Report.

• Site plan waiver for Little Gym of Florham Park, 187 Columbia Turnpike
• Extension of approval request for Sisters of Charity of St. Elizabeth at 2 Convent Road
• Review of the Zoning Board of Adjustment 2023 Annual Report

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Board will consider a site plan for an 85-unit assisted living and memory care facility. Additionally, the board will review requests to extend previously approved variances for properties on Beechwood Road and Roosevelt Blvd.

• 85-unit assisted living and memory care facility at Columbia Turnpike & Elm Street
• Extension of building and lot coverage variance for 28 Beechwood Road
• One-year extension for second floor addition and garage replacement at 119 Roosevelt Blvd

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review reports from the Registrar of Vital Statistics and Pequannock Township. The meeting includes discussion regarding proposed additions and changes to Board of Health Ordinances, including Chapter 259.

• Proposed changes to Board of Health Ordinances (Chapter 259)
• Review of Registrar of Vital Statistics monthly reports
• Review of Pequannock Township monthly reports
• Ratification of licenses from November 2023 through January 2024

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Florham Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider several applications regarding building and lot coverage. These include an extension of approval at 28 Beechwood Road and new variance requests for properties on Washington Street and Knapp Avenue.

• Extension of approval for Bruce and Julie Carter at 28 Beechwood Road
• Variance request for Roman Gorbal at 16 Washington Street regarding pool patio coverage and setbacks
• Variance request for Thomas & Stacey Belli at 18 Knapp Avenue regarding roof overhang and patio coverage
• Appointment of new Alternate Board Member Marc DeBoer

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council will hold a work session to review several resolutions and administrative updates. Items include the promotion of an officer, new municipal appointments, and the authorization of a temporary budget.

• Promotion of Officer Daniel Braico
• Establishing 2024 fees for the municipal pool
• Appointment of Patrice Visco as Tax Collector
• Appointment of Yolanda Dykes as full-time Treasurer
• Emergency resolution for purchase and installation of a new boiler

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing a major site plan application for an assisted living and memory care facility. This item was carried over from the January 17, 2024 meeting.

• Use variance and preliminary/final major site plan for BPS Development Application #BOA23-6
• Proposed 85-unit two-story assisted living and memory care facility
• Project located at Columbia Turnpike & Elm Street (Block 1602, Lots 4 & 5)

Environmental Commission

The commission will nominate and vote on officers for 2024 and review the final budget spend numbers. Discussion topics include updates on the Ridgedale Middle School pollinator garden and potential Earth Day dates.

• Nomination and vote on 2024 officers
• Ridgedale Middle School pollinator garden updates including fence installation and rain barrel placement
• Earth Day planning for April 20th or 27th
• Spring Garden Lake initiatives including path signage and phragmite removal
• Review of Princeton Hydro 2024 proposal

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council will review several resolutions, including hiring for the DPW and Police Department. The agenda also includes approving a developer's agreement with 19 V Florham Park, LLC and establishing 2024 engineering and summer program fees.

• Appointments of Driver/Laborers in the DPW (Hand and Rodriguez)
• Hiring of a full-time Dispatcher in the Police Department (Aitchison)
• Developer's Agreement with 19 V Florham Park, LLC
• Establishing 2024 fees for the Office of Engineering and Summer Program
• Legal services agreement with the Law Office of Kevin Madonna, PLLP

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Information

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is conducting a re-organization meeting to appoint leadership and retain professional consultants. The board will also consider a use variance and site plan for an assisted living and memory care facility.

• Use variance and major site plan for 85-unit assisted living and memory care facility at Columbia Turnpike & Elm Street
• Nomination for Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Retention of Board Attorney, Planning Consultant, Engineer Consultant, and Board Secretary
• Approval of November 29, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of 2023 Annual Report

Planning Board Meeting Information

The Planning Board will conduct a reorganization meeting to nominate a Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The agenda also includes a work session regarding a site plan waiver for a change in tenancy at 187 Columbia Turnpike.

• Nomination for Chairman of the Board
• Nomination for Vice-Chairman
• Resolutions to retain Board Attorney, Planning Consultant, Engineer Consultant, and Board Secretary
• Site plan waiver 23SPW-29: The Now Massage at 187 Columbia Turnpike
• Approval of November 27, 2023 meeting minutes

Borough Council Meetings

The Borough Council is conducting its annual reorganization to establish leadership and administrative roles for the new year. The agenda includes the nomination of a Council President, assignment of council portfolios, and various municipal appointments.

• Nomination of 2024 Council President
• Establishment of 2024 meeting dates and official holidays
• Setting of delinquent tax interest rate
• Authorization of professional services agreements and budget transfers
• Appointments for Fire Department, Police Department, and various municipal boards