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Tue Aug 18, 2026

Mayor and Council

✓ Decided: Council adopts affordable housing flood-control exemption, tables PILOT ordinance

The Saddle River Mayor and Council adopted Ordinance 26-1122, which amends the borough code to allow a carve-out from stricter local flood-control standards for 100% affordable housing projects. The council tabled Ordinance 26-1123, which would authorize a tax exemption and PILOT agreement for an affordable housing project, and also tabled Resolution 166-26, which would award a contract for Rindlaub Park improvements and a putting green. The council introduced Ordinance 26-1124 to allow appointment of Class One, Two, or Three police officers.

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1 | P a g e BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REGULAR MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES July 20, 2026 7:00 PM The meeting was held via ZOOM. Mayor Kurpis called the meeting to order PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald news and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026 and advertised in said newspapers on January 9, 2026 and January 16, 2026. Notice to change this meeting to Zoom was posted on borough website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on July 17, 2026 and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk. ROLL CALL Present: Duncan Carpenter, David Hekemian, Jonathan Kurpis, Jeffrey Liva, Ravi Sachdev, Mayor Albert J. Kurpis Absent: Council President Christopher DiGirolamo Also Present: Borough Attorney David Lafferty, Borough Administrator Richard Molinari, and Borough Clerk Cindy Kirkpatrick PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE All present participated in the Pledge of Allegiance. REPORTS FROM MAYOR AND BOROUGH OFFICIALS Mayor Kurpis – Saddle River Celebrates America’s 250th came in under budget; regarding Ordinance 26-1123, Mayor would like the school to receive money from PILOT programs going forward. Councilman Kurpis motioned to table Ordin …
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Thu Jul 30, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Zoning board approves memorializing resolution for Radoncic property

The Saddle River Zoning Board of Adjustment met via Zoom and approved the April 15, 2026 minutes, with one abstention. The board also approved Resolution 14-26, memorializing a prior decision for the Radoncic property at 2 Eugene Rd. An application by Mariyana Karasmilova/Spring Home2LLC for 23 Burning Hollow Rd. was carried to the next meeting without new notices.

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1 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MAY 20, 2026 7:00 PM Meeting held via Zoom MEETING NOTICE Chairman Montana: "This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald News and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026 and advertised in said newspapers on January 9, 2026 and January 16, 2026. Also posted on the borough website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk.” All present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Greg Boyajian, Robert Howard, Michael Jarmark, Patricia Nazzaro, Tami Trobiano, Chairman Bud Montana Absent: Vladik Shapsis Also present: Doreen E. Winn, Esq. and Cindy Kirkpatrick APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ms. Nazzaro motioned to APPROVE the April 15, 2026 minutes, with a second by Ms. Trobiano. ROLL CALL AYES: Boyajian, Howard, Nazzaro, Trobiano, Montana NAYS: ABSTAIN: Jarmark ABSENT: Shapsis MEMORIALZING RESOLUTION ANEL & SELMA RADONCIC 2 Eugene Rd. B. 1808 L. 12 2 Mrs. Winn summarized Resolution 14-26. Mr. Howard motioned to APPROVE Resolution 14-26, with a second by Ms. Trobiano. ROLL CALL AYES: Boyajian, Howard, Nazzaro, Trobiano, …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Mayor and Council

✓ Decided: Council introduces affordable housing PILOT ordinance 5-1

The council introduced Ordinance 26-1123, authorizing a tax exemption and a payment-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT) agreement for an affordable housing project, by a 5-1 vote. Councilman J. Kurpis voted no, citing the lack of school district involvement. The ordinance will be considered for final passage on July 20, 2026. The council also unanimously approved two police department appointments: Chief of Police and Captain.

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1 | P a g e BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER SPECIAL MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES June 26, 2026 2:00 PM The meeting was held via Zoom. Mayor Kurpis called the meeting to order. PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was posted on the public notice section of the Borough of Saddle River’s website on June 24, 2026. Also posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk. ROLL CALL Present: Duncan Carpenter, Christopher DiGirolamo, David Hekemian, Jonathan Kurpis, Jeffrey Liva, Ravi Sachdev, Mayor Albert J. Kurpis Absent: Also Present: Borough Attorney David S. Lafferty, Borough Administrator Richard Molinari and Borough Clerk Cindy Kirkpatrick PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE All present participated in the Pledge of Allegiance. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Mayor Kurpis opened the meeting to the public. Ron Weibye, Saddle River, asked if there is any change regarding the Mayor and Council’s intent to include the school district as part of the PILOT for 20/22 E. Allendale. Mayor Kurpis replied that he attended a meeting with the school board this morning and awaiting their comments before a final decision is made. He added that the meeting was amicable and cordial and h …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approves 42-unit affordable senior housing project

The Saddle River Planning Board unanimously approved a preliminary and final major site plan for a 42-unit, 100% affordable, age-restricted rental development at 20 and 22 East Allendale Road. The approval includes lot consolidation, soil relocation, and design waiver relief, subject to numerous conditions. The project is part of the Borough's affordable housing plan.

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1 BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER PLANNING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 16, 2026 I. CALL TO ORDER The special meeting of the Planning Board of the Borough of Saddle River was called to order by Chairman Lonzisero at 7:00 p.m. II. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT STATEMENT Luis DePaz read the public notice statement. Adequate notice of the special meeting of the Planning Board of the Borough of Saddle River was provided on June 4, 2026 under the Open Public Meetings Act by posting notice on the Borough legal notices webpage, posting notice on the municipal building bulletin board, and filing notice with the Borough Clerk. III. ROLL CALL Present at Roll Call: Councilman Hekemian, Chairman Lonzisero, Richard Molinari, Patty Nazzaro, Joan Foley Absent at Roll Call: Mayor Kurpis, Vice Chair Boyajian, Jerry DeCrosta, Edward Wishik, Dior Vass, Nicholas Botta Chairman Lonzisero stated for the record that the Board had a quorum, with five members present at the start of the meeting. Jerry DeCrosta arrived after roll call and after the first exhibits were marked. Mr. DeCrosta later left the meeting before the final vote and did not participate in the vote on the application. Professionals Present:  Jonathan Drill, Esq., Special Board Attorney  Martin K. Spence, P.E., Borough Engineer  Joseph H. Burgis, PP, AICP, Borough Planner  Scott A. Levy, RLA, LLA, PP, Borough Landscape Architect IV. FLAG SALUTE All present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. V. APPROVAL OF …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Mayor and Council

✓ Decided: Council renews cannabis business ban, pulls PILOT agreement

The Saddle River Mayor and Council adopted two ordinances, including one renewing the borough's ban on all classes of cannabis businesses. A resolution approving a payment-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT) agreement for a proposed 42-unit age-restricted affordable housing development was pulled from the agenda for future consideration. The council also approved the annual audit report, a road resurfacing contract, and an increase in special litigation counsel fees.

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1 | P a g e BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REGULAR MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES June 15, 2026 7:00 PM The meeting was held in person at Borough Hall. Council President DiGirolamo called the meeting to order PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald news and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026 and advertised in said newspapers on January 9, 2026 and January 16, 2026. Also posted on the borough website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk. Notification of fire exits ROLL CALL Present: Duncan Carpenter, Christopher DiGirolamo, David Hekemian, Jonathan Kurpis, Jeffrey Liva, Ravi Sachdev Absent: Mayor Albert J. Kurpis Also Present: Borough Attorney David Lafferty, Borough Administrator Richard Molinari, and Borough Clerk Cindy Kirkpatrick PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE All present participated in the Pledge of Allegiance. REPORTS FROM MAYOR AND BOROUGH OFFICIALS Mayor Kurpis – Nothing to report in his absence. Borough Administrator – the Administrator provided report in the Engineer’s absence: • Fire Department Annex Building Foundations are near complete, progress …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Mayor and Council

✓ Decided: Council adopts zoning for Saddle River Day School expansion and 42 affordable housing units

The Mayor and Council adopted two zoning ordinances on second reading: one creating a private educational zone to allow Saddle River Day School expansion, and another establishing an Affordable Housing District-6 for 42 age-restricted units on East Allendale. They also introduced ordinances to ban cannabis businesses and amend fire prevention rules. A proclamation honored retiring Police Chief Jason Cosgriff.

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1 | P a g e BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REGULAR MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES May 18, 2026 7:00 PM The meeting was held in person at Borough Hall. Mayor Kurpis called the meeting to order PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald news and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026 and advertised in said newspapers on January 9, 2026 and January 16, 2026. Also posted on the borough website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk. Notification of fire exits PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE All present participated in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Duncan Carpenter, Christopher DiGirolamo, David Hekemian, Jeffrey Liva, Ravi Sachdev, Mayor Albert J. Kurpis Absent: Jonathan Kurpis Also Present: Borough Attorney David Lafferty and Borough Clerk Cindy Kirkpatrick PROCLAMATION On the Retirement of Police Chief Jason Cosgriff. Mayor Kurpis expressed the love and gratitude the community feels for the Police Chief. He noted how much the Chief will be missed and read the following Proclamation: WHEREAS, Chief Jason Cosgriff has devoted more than twenty-eight years of hono …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Mayor and Council

✓ Decided: Council approves 42-unit age-restricted affordable housing project

The Saddle River Mayor and Council approved three resolutions: procuring two Chevrolet Tahoes for the police department, determining the need for a 42-unit age-restricted affordable housing development on Block 1605, Lots 1 & 2, and approving a developer's agreement with Saddle River Phase 2, LLC for that project. All resolutions passed unanimously with four ayes and two absent. The council also discussed a pilot cultural partnership for the Bishop House but took no formal action.

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1 | P a g e BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER SPECIAL MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES May 1, 2026 5:00 PM The meeting was held via Zoom. Mayor Kurpis called the meeting to order. PUBLIC NOTICE Clerk to read: This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was posted on the public notice section of the Borough of Saddle River's website on April 29, 2026. Also posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk. ROLL CALL Present: Christopher DiGirolamo, Jonathan Kurpis, Jeffrey Liva, Ravi Sachdev, Mayor Albert J. Kurpis Absent: Duncan Carpenter, David Hekemian Also Present: Borough Attorney David S. Lafferty and Borough Clerk Cindy Kirkpatrick PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE All present participated in the Pledge of Allegiance. OPEN TO PUBLIC COMMENT Mayor Kurpis opened the meeting to the public but no one came forward. Open to the Public was closed. NON CONSENT RESOLUTION 120-26 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PROCUREMENT OF VEHICLES AND ACCESSORIES THROUGH NJ STATE CONTRACT – TWO CHEVROLET TAHOES FOR SADDLE RIVER POLICE DEPARTMENT As there was no further comment or discussion by the Governing Body, Council President DiGirolamo motioned to approve with a second by Councilman Sachdev. ROLL …
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Thu Jun 25, 2026

Landmarks Commission

✓ Decided: Landmarks Commission authorizes budget for museum and 250th anniversary

The Landmarks Commission unanimously authorized the use of its budget for expenses related to the museum opening, the Borough's 250th anniversary celebration, and related historical programming. The motion passed 7-0. The Commission also approved the minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting.

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BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER LANDMARKS COMMISSION April 21, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES I. CALL TO ORDER The special meeting of the Landmarks Commission of the Borough of Saddle River was called to order via Zoom videoconference. A quorum was present. II. PUBLIC NOTICE Adequate notice of this meeting was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by posting notice on April 17, 2026 on the Borough of Saddle River website at saddleriver.gov/public-notices and on the bulletin board at Borough Hall. III. ROLL CALL Present: Greg Boyajian, Ferne Lambert, Maria Harper, Lisa Lopicollo, Gloria Blumenthal, John May, Chairman Kurpis Absent: Mary Bello, Karen Williamson Also Present: Luis DePaz, Commission Secretary IV. NEW BUSINESS Authorization to Use Landmarks Commission Budget for Museum Opening and 250th Anniversary Related Expenses Chairman Kurpis thanked the members for attending the special meeting and explained that the purpose of the meeting was to address expenses that needed to be paid through the Landmarks Commission budget in connection with the museum opening, the Borough's 250th anniversary celebration, and related historical programming. Chairman Kurpis identified the anticipated expenses as including museum displays, reimbursements for purchases made in connection with the museum, display cases, display items, and miscellaneous historical materials or related items connected to the 250th anniversary celebration. He stated that the Comm …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Parks & Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves Wandell School picnic and soccer season field use

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved the Wandell Elementary School 5th grade graduation picnic for June 19, 2026 (rain date June 22), contingent on Board of Health approval of the food truck and coordination with DPW. The Commission also unanimously approved the HHK/SR Soccer Association's field use for August 24 to December 6, 2026, with conditions including no use on September 26 and a Sunday start time of 12:30 PM. Members expressed support for contributing $7,500–$10,000 toward purchasing light towers, but no formal amount was adopted.

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BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION May 13, 2026 MEETING MINUTES I. CALL TO ORDER The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting of the Borough of Saddle River was called to order by Chairperson Patricia Nazzaro at approximately 7:00 PM. A quorum was confirmed present. II. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT NOTICE Notice of this meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission of the Borough of Saddle River was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by sending notice to the Record and the Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026, posting on the municipal bulletin board and the borough website, and filing in the office of the municipal clerk. III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. IV. ROLL CALL Member Status Patricia Nazzaro, Chairperson Present Greg Boyajian Present Paul Broer Absent Beatrice Burgess Absent Joe Megariotis Present via Zoom Louis Miao Present John Kurpis Absent Also Present: Luis DePaz, Commission Secretary; Caroline Aubrey Smith, Wandell School representative, via Zoom for the Wandell School application. V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Commission reviewed the minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting. No changes or corrections were requested.  Motion: To approve the April 8, 2026 meeting minutes as presented.  Moved by: Greg Boyajian  Seconded by: Louis Miao  Motion carried unanimously. VI. FIELD USE APPLICATIONS A. Wandell Elementary School Annual 5th Grade Graduation Celebra …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Parks & Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Commission denies Challenge Youth Softball application; approves Zion Church concert

The Commission reported that the Mayor and Council unanimously denied the Challenge Youth Softball application, which had been tabled pending legal guidance. The Commission agreed to inform for-profit applicants of the policy at initial contact and directed the secretary to update the application process. The Commission unanimously approved Zion Church's Concert in the Park for August 7, 2026, with conditions including open bathrooms, no alcohol, and cleanup fees capped at $250.

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BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION March 11, 2026 MEETING MINUTES I. CALL TO ORDER The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting of the Borough of Saddle River was called to order by Chairperson Patricia Nazzaro. A quorum was confirmed present. II. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT NOTICE Notice of this meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission of the Borough of Saddle River was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by sending notice to the Record and the Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026, posting on the municipal bulletin board and the borough website, and filing in the office of the municipal clerk. III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. IV. ROLL CALL Member Status Patricia Nazzaro, Chairperson Present Greg Boyajian Present Paul Broer Present Beatrice Burgess Absent Joel Magariotis Present (arrived late) Louis Miao Present John Kurpis Present (arrived late) Also Present: Luis DePaz, Commission Secretary Note: Louis Miao participated remotely via Zoom with video but experienced audio/mute difficulties throughout the meeting. Joel Magariotis arrived during the discussion of the Zion Church application. John Kurpis connected near the end of the meeting. V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Commission reviewed the minutes from the February 11, 2026 meeting. No changes or corrections were requested. • Motion: To approve the February 11, 2026 meeting minutes as presented. • Moved by: Gre …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approves Toll NJ1 amended site plans for East Allendale and Algonquin

The Planning Board approved amended preliminary and final site plan approval for Toll NJ1, LLC's East Allendale Road application (107, 111, 115 East Allendale Road) and amended site plan and soil relocation approval for the Algonquin Trail/West Saddle River Road application (14 Algonquin Trail, 167 West Saddle River Road), both by unanimous votes (5-0, with Councilman Hekemian recused from the Algonquin matter). The approvals include revised sanitary sewer routing, a model unit/sales trailer, and a revised drainage plan that eliminates use of Lot 24 and connects to the County system, subject to conditions including final County and NJDEP approvals.

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1 BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER PLANNING BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES JUNE 9, 2026 I. CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Planning Board of the Borough of Saddle River was called to order by Chairman Lonzisero at 7:00 p.m. II. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT STATEMENT Luis DePaz read the public notice statement. Notice of this meeting was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by sending notices to The Record and The Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026, posting on the municipal bulletin board and the Borough website, and filing with the Office of the Municipal Clerk. III. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Kurpis, Councilman Hekemian, Chairman Lonzisero, Richard Molinari, Dior Vass, Joan Foley Absent: Vice Chair Boyajian, Jerry DeCrosta, Edward Wishik, Patty Nazzaro, Nicholas Botta Councilman Hekemian was present for the opening portion of the meeting and the consolidation discussion. He noted his recusal from the Algonquin matter and did not participate in the merits of the consolidated Toll NJ1, LLC hearing after the consolidation vote. Professionals Present: • Jonathan Drill, Esq., Special Board Attorney • Martin K. Spence, P.E., Borough Engineer Prior to the meeting, Board Attorney Drill administered the oath to Dior Vass as a Class IV regular member and to Joan Foley as an alternate member. Chairman Lonzisero welcomed Ms. Foley to the Board and congratulated Mr. Vass on becoming a full member. IV. FLAG SALUTE All present recited the Pledge of Al …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approves soil relocation for new home at 46 Cameron Road

The Planning Board approved the soil relocation application for a new single-family dwelling at 2 Eugene Road (to be known as 46 Cameron Road), including requested waivers for slope, floor elevation, grade changes, and retaining wall height. The board also found two proposed ordinances consistent with the Master Plan: one incorporating Saddle River Day School property and another expanding the AH-6 affordable housing zone at 22 East Allendale Road. The approval is subject to conditions, including a truck route using Route 17 and additional landscaping.

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BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER PLANNING BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MAY 5, 2026 I. CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Planning Board of the Borough of Saddle River was called to order by Chairman Lonzisero at 7:00 p.m. II. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT STATEMENT Luis DePaz read the public notice statement. Notice of this meeting was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by sending notices to The Record and The Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026, posting on the municipal bulletin board and the Borough website, and filing with the Office of the Municipal Clerk. III. ROLL CALL Present: Councilman Hekemian, Chairman Lonzisero, Vice Chair Boyajian, Gerald Bedrin, Edward Wishik, Patty Nazzaro, Dior Vass Absent: Mayor Kurpis, Richard Molinari, Jerry DeCrosta, Nicholas Botta Professionals Present:  Tom DiBiasi, Esq., Board Attorney  Joe Burgis, P.P., A.I.C.P., Board Planner  Martin K. Spence, P.E., Borough Engineer  Scott Levy, L.L.A., P.P., Borough Landscape Architect IV. FLAG SALUTE All present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 7, 2026 Minutes: The Board discussed a clarification requested by Patty Nazzaro concerning prior references to Saddle River Day School emergency helicopter landing lighting. Ms. Nazzaro stated that the reference should not be characterized as a helipad, because the discussion concerned emergency lighting for an emergency helicopter landing area and not construction of a helipad stru …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends rezoning 155 Chestnut Ridge Road to Private Educational Zone

The Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend that the Mayor and Council rezone 155 Chestnut Ridge Road (Block 1501, Lot 6.01) from Two-Acre Residential (R-2) to Private Educational Zone (PEZ), allowing it to merge with the Saddle River Day School campus. The recommendation is advisory; the Governing Body will hold a public hearing before any final decision. The board also approved the March 3, 2026 minutes with two abstentions.

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BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER PLANNING BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES APRIL 7, 2026 I. CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Planning Board of the Borough of Saddle River was called to order by Vice Chair Boyajian. II. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT STATEMENT Luis DePaz read the public notice statement. Notice of this meeting was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by sending notices to The Record and The Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026, posting on the municipal bulletin boards and the Borough website, and filing with the Office of the Municipal Clerk. III. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Kurpis, Vice Chair Boyajian, Gerald Bedrin, Jerry DeCrosta, Dior Vass Absent: Richard Molinari, Councilman Hekemian, Chairman Lonzisero, Edward Wishik, Patty Nazzaro, Nicholas Botta Professionals Present: • Tom DiBiasi, Esq., Board Attorney • Joe Burgis, P.P., A.I.C.P., Board Planner IV. FLAG SALUTE All present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES March 3, 2026 Minutes: • Motion to approve made by Mayor Kurpis, seconded by Vice Chair Boyajian. • Abstained: Gerald Bedrin, Jerry DeCrosta • In Favor: Mayor Kurpis, Vice Chair Boyajian, Dior Vass VI. NEW BUSINESS 1. Saddle River Day School – 155 Chestnut Ridge Road (Block 1501, Lot 6.01): Recommendation to Mayor and Council on Proposed Rezoning to Private Educational Zone (PEZ) Subject: Review and recommendation to the Mayor and Council on the proposed rezoning of 155 Chest …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approves Saddle River Day School field regrading with conditions

The Planning Board unanimously approved Saddle River Day School's administrative field change application to regrade the upper athletic field at 147 Chestnut Ridge Road, reusing approximately 10,000 cubic yards of fill material on-site. Approval was conditioned on installing emergency helipad marker lights and constructing a safety berm at the corner of Chestnut Ridge Road and Woodcliff Lake Road. The board also carried the rezoning request for 155 Chestnut Ridge Road to the next meeting on April 7, 2026, pending the planner's attendance.

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BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER PLANNING BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MARCH 3, 2026 I. CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Planning Board of the Borough of Saddle River was called to order by Chairman Lonzisero at 7:05 PM. II. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT STATEMENT Luis DePaz read the public notice statement. Notice of this meeting was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by sending notices to The Record and The Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026, posting on the municipal bulletin boards and the Borough website, and filing with the Office of the Municipal Clerk. III. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Kurpis, Richard Molinari, Chairman Lonzisero, Vice Chair Boyajian, Edward Wishik, Dior Vass Absent: Councilman Hekemian, Gerald Bedrin, Jerry DeCrosta, Patty Nazzaro, Nicholas Botta Professionals Present: • Tom DiBiasi, Esq., Board Attorney • Martin Spence, P.E., Board Engineer IV. FLAG SALUTE All Present recited the Pledge of Allegiance V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES • February 3, 2026 Minutes: • Motion to approve made by Chairman Lonzisero, seconded. • Abstained: Mayor Kurpis, Edward Wishik • In Favor: Richard Molinari, Chairman Lonzisero, Vice Chair Boyajian, Dior Vass VI. RESOLUTIONS 1. Resolution 26-13: Memorializing 10 Eckert Farm Road • Vote: A motion to adopt was made by Mr. Molinari, seconded by Vice Chair Boyajian. • In Favor: Mayor Kurpis, Mr. Molinari, Chairman Lonzisero, Vice Chair Boyajian, Mr. Vass • Abstained: Edward Wishik …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Environmental Comission

✓ Decided: Environmental Commission reviews tree planting guide and species list

The Saddle River Environmental Commission reviewed draft documents for a tree planting guide and recommended tree species list, with members to submit comments. They also discussed plans for a 250th anniversary commemorative tree planting, Arbor Day and Tree City USA requirements, a county road tree survey, and roadside property condition follow-ups. No formal decisions were made; actions were limited to directing members to review drafts and scheduling future work.

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BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES March 12, 2026 Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM Secretary DePaz read the public notice Notice of this Meeting of the Environmental Commission of the Borough of Saddle River was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by sending notice to The Record and The Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026, posting it on the Municipal Building bulletin board and the Borough website, and filing it in the office of the Municipal Clerk. Roll Call Present: Alisa DiGirolamo, Manuel Gonzalez (arrived late), Sanjay Kapoor, Chairman LaViano, Diane Lucianna, Dior Vass Also Present: Secretary DePaz, Elizabeth Stewart (Borough Arborist) Absent: Dr. Angel Mulkay, Dr. Liva (Council Liaison) All in attendance recited the Pledge of Allegiance APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Commission reviewed the minutes of the February 12, 2026 regular meeting. A motion to approve the minutes as presented was made by Chairman LaViano and seconded by Commissioner Diane Lucianna. Upon a vote, the minutes were approved unanimously by all members present. NEW BUSINESS Borough Arborist Presentation: Tree Planting Guide and Recommended Tree Species List Chairman LaViano introduced Borough Arborist Elizabeth Stewart and stated that the purpose of her attendance was to initiate the Commission’s efforts to enhance the beauty of Saddle River and to conform to Tree City USA requirements. The Chairman explained that he had asked Ms. S …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Environmental Commission

✓ Decided: Environmental Commission authorizes letter to Saddle River Day School

The Saddle River Environmental Commission unanimously authorized Commissioner Lucianna to send a letter to Saddle River Day School's counsel outlining concerns about the school's property appearance. The Commission also adopted a resolution supporting Arbor Day 2026 and discussed the 250th Anniversary commemorative tree planting, with a preference for an oak at the corner near the new barn. No other formal decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.

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BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES April 9, 2026 Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM by Acting Chair Alisa DiGirolamo Secretary DePaz read the public notice Notice of this Meeting of the Environmental Commission of the Borough of Saddle River was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by sending notice to The Record and The Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026, posting it on the Municipal Building bulletin board and the Borough website, and filing it in the office of the Municipal Clerk. Roll Call Present: Alisa DiGirolamo (Acting Chair), Manuel Gonzalez, Sanjay Kapoor (arrived late), Diane Lucianna, Dior Vass Also Present: Dr. Liva (Council Liaison), Secretary DePaz Absent: Chairman LaViano, Dr. Angel Mulkay All in attendance recited the Pledge of Allegiance APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Commission reviewed the minutes of the March 12, 2026 regular meeting. A motion to approve the minutes as presented was made by Acting Chair DiGirolamo and seconded by Commissioner Lucianna. Upon a vote, the minutes were approved unanimously by all members present. RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING ARBOR DAY 2026 Acting Chair DiGirolamo introduced a Resolution recognizing the Borough's annual celebration of Arbor Day and encouraging the Mayor and Council to issue a formal Arbor Day proclamation. Secretary DePaz advised that the Mayor had already indicated his intention to issue the proclamation and that the Resolution serves as the Commiss …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Landmarks Commission

✓ Decided: Landmarks Commission approves Carlock House restoration at 2 Chestnut Ridge Road

The Saddle River Landmarks Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for the property at 2 Chestnut Ridge Road, allowing the applicant to construct a new residence while restoring the historic Carlock House. The approval is conditional on the applicant's representations, does not constitute zoning approval, and requires separate review by the Zoning Board. The applicant also agreed to discuss relocating the barn with the Mayor, though the barn is not landmarked and falls outside the Commission's jurisdiction.

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BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER LANDMARKS COMMISSION March 9, 2026 MEETING MINUTES I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting of the Landmarks Commission of the Borough of Saddle River was called to order via Zoom videoconference. II. PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of this meeting of the Landmarks Commission of the Borough of Saddle River was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by sending notice to the Record and the Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026, posting at the municipal building bulletin board and the borough website, and filing in the office of the municipal clerk. III. ROLL CALL Present: Greg Boyajian, Maria Harper, Gloria Blumenthal, John May, Chairman Kurpis Absent: Mary Bello, Ferne Lambert, Karen Williamson, Lisa Lopicollo Also Present: Luis DePaz, Commission Secretary; Mayor Albert Kurpis IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Commission reviewed the minutes from the February 2, 2026 meeting. No changes or corrections were requested. • Motion: To approve the February 2, 2026 meeting minutes as presented. • Moved by: Jonathan Kurpis • Seconded by: Maria Harper • Roll Call Vote: Greg Boyajian – Yes; Maria Harper – Yes; Gloria Blumenthal – Yes; John May – Yes; Jonathan Kurpis – Yes. • Motion carried unanimously. V. PUBLIC HEARING Certificate of Appropriateness – 2 Chestnut Ridge Road (Block 2102, Lot 25) Applicant: Brett Unger Also Appearing: Bob Zampolin, Architect (with assistant Michael) Chairman Kurpis provided background on the application, noting th …
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Mon Jun 15, 2026

Mayor and Council

✓ Decided: Saddle River adopts $11.6M 2026 municipal budget and six ordinances

The Mayor and Council adopted the 2026 municipal budget of $11,630,416.25 and approved six ordinances on second reading, including a cap bank ordinance, a $284,000 capital improvements ordinance, a $305,000 bond ordinance for road and communication equipment, and amendments to police, affordable housing, and residential development fee codes. The council also introduced two zoning ordinances, including one to expand the Private Educational Zone for Saddle River Day School and another to create an Affordable Housing District-6 for 42 units at 20/22 E. Allendale Rd. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with Councilman Liva absent, except for one abstention on the school zone introduction.

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1 | P a g e BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REGULAR MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES April 20, 2026 7:00 PM The meeting was held in person at Borough Hall. Mayor Kurpis called the meeting to order PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald news and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026 and advertised in said newspapers on January 9, 2026 and January 16, 2026. Also posted on the borough website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk. Notification of fire exits PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE All present participated in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Kurpis explained there is a resolution on the Consent Agenda to change Roll Call before the Pledge of Allegiance. Should the resolution be adopted, the change would be made on future agendas. ROLL CALL Present: Duncan Carpenter, Christopher DiGirolamo, David Hekemian, Jonathan Kurpis, Ravi Sachdev, Mayor Albert J. Kurpis Absent: Jeff Liva Also Present: Borough Administrator Richard Molinari, Borough Attorney David Lafferty and Borough Clerk Cindy Kirkpatrick PROCLAMATION FOR ARBOR DAY On behalf of the Environmental Commission, …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026

Mayor and Council

✓ Decided: Council adopts affordable housing spending plan and two ordinances

The Saddle River Mayor and Council held a special meeting via Zoom, unanimously adopting three resolutions related to affordable housing: the Spending Plan (104-26), the Affirmative Marketing Plan (105-26), and a resolution of intent to fund Fourth Round affordable housing programs (106-26). The council also introduced two ordinances on first reading: 26-1116 amending the Affordable Housing chapter and 26-1117 amending residential development fees. Public comment included resident questions about a $625,000 loan to Saddle River Urban Renewal and the drawdown of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund.

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1 | P a g e BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER SPECIAL MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES March 26, 2026 1:00 PM The meeting was held via Zoom. Mayor Kurpis called the meeting to order. PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was posted on the borough website on March 23, 2026 and bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk. ROLL CALL Present: Duncan Carpenter, Christopher DiGirolamo, David Hekemian, Jonathan Kurpis, Jeffrey Liva, Ravi Sachdev, Mayor Albert J. Kurpis Absent: Also Present: Borough Attorney David S. Lafferty, Borough Administrator Richard Molinari and Borough Clerk Cindy Kirkpatrick PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE All present participated in the Pledge of Allegiance. CLOSED SESSION Council President DiGirolamo motioned to enter into closed session (Resolution 107-26), with a second by Councilman Kurpis the following reasons: Pending affordable housing litigation and attorney client privilege from affordable housing attorney, Jon Drill. ROLL CALL Ayes: Carpenter, DiGirolamo, Hekemian, J. Kurpis, Liva, Sachdev Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None Mayor Kurpis and Council Members entered closed session. Upon return to the public, Councilman Kurpis …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026

Mayor and Council

✓ Decided: Council adopts $395,386 Lower Cross Road reconstruction ordinance

The Mayor and Council adopted a capital ordinance authorizing $395,386 for the reconstruction of Lower Cross Road, funded by NJDOT grants and $30,000 from the borough. They also introduced several ordinances on first reading, including a $284,000 capital improvements ordinance, a $305,000 bond ordinance for road improvements and communication equipment, and an ordinance recreating the Police Department Captain position. The council approved the 2026 municipal budget, awarded an auto repair contract to Route 23 Automall, and appointed Robert Sherrow as Construction Code Official.

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1 | P a g e BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REGULAR MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES March 16, 2026 6:00 PM The meeting was held in person at Borough Hall. Mayor Kurpis called the meeting to order. ROLL CALL Present: Duncan Carpenter (by phone), Christopher DiGirolamo, Jonathan Kurpis, Jeffrey Liva, Ravi Sachdev, Mayor Albert J. Kurpis Absent: David Hekemian Also Present: Borough Administrator Richard Molinari and Borough Clerk Cindy Kirkpatrick PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald news and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026 and advertised in said newspapers on January 9, 2026 and January 16, 2026. Also posted on the borough website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk. Notification of fire exits PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE All present participated in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Kurpis commented that Roll Call should be first on the agenda. Clerk Kirkpatrick explained that the order is dictated by the bylaws. Councilman Sachdev motioned that resolution be prepared to move Roll Call to the first item on the agenda with a second by Councilman Kurpis. ROLL CALL Ayes: Carpenter, DiGirolamo, …
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Thu May 21, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Zoning board approves Radoncic home with variances

The Saddle River Zoning Board of Adjustment unanimously approved Anel and Selma Radoncic's application to build a 2.5-story family home at 2 Eugene Rd., granting C1 and C2 variances for front yard setbacks on Cameron and Eugene Roads. The board also approved the March 18, 2026 minutes and Resolution 13-26 memorializing Lee Bloom's application. The applicant for 23 Burning Hollow Rd. requested a carry to the May 20, 2026 meeting.

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1 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES APRIL 15, 2026 7:00 PM MEETING NOTICE Chairman Montana: "This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald News and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026 and advertised in said newspapers on January 9, 2026 and January 16, 2026. Also posted on the borough website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk.” Notification of fire exits. All present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Greg Boyajian, Robert Howard, Patricia Nazzaro, Vladik Shapsis, Tami Trobiano, Chairman Bud Montana Absent: Michael Jarmark (Mr. Spence, board engineer, also absent.) Also present: Doreen E. Winn, Esq. and Cindy Kirkpatrick APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ms. Nazzaro motioned to APPROVE the March 18, 2026 minutes, with a second by Ms. Trobiano. ROLL CALL AYES: Boyajian, Howard, Nazzaro, Shapsis, Trobiano, Montana NAYS: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Jarmark MEMORIALZING RESOLUTION Lee Bloom 15 Woodfield La. B. 2003 Lot 31 2 Mrs. Winn summarized Resolution 13-26. Mr. Boyajian motioned to APPROVE Resolution 13-26, with a second by Ms. Nazzaro. ROLL CAL …
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Sun Apr 19, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Zoning board approves pool patio pavers exceeding coverage limit

The Saddle River Zoning Board approved Lee Bloom's application for improved lot coverage of 23% (exceeding the 21% code limit) for pool and patio pavers, with all members voting in favor. The board also carried two other applications to the next meeting: Ariel Radoncic's request and Mariyana Karasmilova/Spring Hom2 LLC's variance application for multiple nonconformities at 23 Burning Hollow Rd. No other substantive decisions were made.

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1 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MARCH 18, 2026 7:00 PM MEETING NOTICE Chairman Montana: "This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald News and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026 and advertised in said newspapers on January 9, 2026 and January 16, 2026. Also posted on the borough website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk.” Notification of fire exits. All present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Montana announced that due to the resignation of David Yale, Vladik Shapsis was appointed as a regular member of the Zoning Board of Adjustment replacing Mr. Yale’s term. ROLL CALL Present: Greg Boyajian, Robert Howard, Michael Jarmark, Patricia Nazzaro, Tami Trobiano, Chairman Bud Montana, Vladik Shapsis Also present: Doreen E. Winn, Esq. and Cindy Kirkpatrick APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Boyajian motioned to APPROVE the February 25, 2026 minutes, with a second by Ms. Trobiano. ROLL CALL AYES: Boyajian, Howard, Jarmark, Nazzaro, Trobiano, Shapsis, Montana NAYS: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: APPLICATIONS Chairman Montana announced that the applicant, Ariel Radoncic, 2 …
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Wed Mar 25, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Saddle River zoning board approves amended minutes, carries two applications

The Saddle River Zoning Board of Adjustment held a regular meeting with no public comment. The board approved amended minutes from October 15, 2025, and December 17, 2025, and approved the January 21, 2026 reorganization minutes. Two applications (Anel Radoncic at 2 Eugene Rd. and Mariyana Karasmilova/Spring HolM2, LLC at 23 Burning Hollow Road) were carried to the next meeting on March 18, 2026. No substantive decisions were made.

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1 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 25, 2026 7:00 PM MEETING NOTICE Chairman Montana: "This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald News and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026 and advertised in said newspapers on January 9, 2026 and January 16, 2026. Also posted on the borough website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk.” Notification of fire exits. All present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Greg Boyajian, Robert Howard, Michael Jarmark, Patricia Nazzaro, Tami Trobiano, Chairman Bud Montana Absent: David Yale, Vladik Shapsis Also present: Doreen E. Winn, Esq. and Cindy Kirkpatrick APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regarding October 15, 2025 minutes, Mr. Howard requested that on page 4, under the application for 8 Stonewall Rd., the sentence be revised to read the following: “On the basis of the Applicant’s proposal, building coverage will increase from 12.42% to 12.73%.” Mr. Jarmark motioned to APPROVE the amended minutes, with a second by Ms. Trobiano. ROLL CALL AYES: Boyajian, Howard, Jarmark, Nazzaro, Trobiano, Montana NAYS: ABSTAIN: …
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Tue Mar 24, 2026

Mayor and Council

✓ Decided: Council adopts fire officer and sewer charge ordinances, introduces road project

The council adopted two ordinances: one creating a third lieutenant in the fire department and another amending the sewer connection charge. It also introduced a capital ordinance for the reconstruction of Lower Cross Road, appropriating $395,386. The council approved the temporary capital budget, a lawn service contract, and rejected a bid for the Rindlaub Park path expansion, awarding it to the second-lowest bidder. Public comment focused on ending the deer management program, but no action was taken.

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1 | P a g e BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REGULAR MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES February 9, 2026 7:00 PM The meeting was held in person at Borough Hall. Council President DiGirolamo called the meeting to order. PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald news and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026 and advertised in said newspapers on January 9, 2026 and January 16, 2026. Also posted on the borough website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk. Notification of fire exits PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE All present participated in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Christopher DiGirolamo, David Hekemian, Jonathan Kurpis, Jeffrey Liva, Ravi Sachdev, Mayor Albert J. Kurpis (by phone) Absent: Duncan Carpenter Also present: Borough Attorney David Lafferty, Esq., Clerk Cindy Kirkpatrick REPORTS FROM MAYOR AND BOROUGH OFFICIALS Mayor Kurpis –  Saddle River continues to pursue policies that keep the town safe, keeping property values high and taxes low. Borough Administrator – No report in his absence. Borough Engineer – No report in his absence. 2 | P a g e Borough Attorne …
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Thu Mar 19, 2026

Mayor and Council

✓ Decided: Council adopts developer agreement for Avalon Bay project at 1 Route 17 South

The Mayor and Council adopted the developer's agreement with Avalon Bay Communities Inc. for the development of Block 1302, Lot 1.04 at 1 Route 17 South (Resolution 191-25), with Councilman Kurpis abstaining. The council also approved an amendment to the borough's Affordable Housing Spending Plan for court submission, a $71,000 grant agreement for ADA doors at Borough Hall, and several other resolutions. Three resolutions were tabled, including the Community-Based Deer Management Program grant agreement and the historic preservation consultant contract.

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1 | P a g e BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REGULAR MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 17, 2025 7:00 PM The meeting was held in person at Borough Hall. Mayor Kurpis called the meeting to order. ROLL CALL Present: Christopher DiGirolamo, David Hekemian, Jonathan Kurpis, Jeffrey Liva, Ravi Sachdev, Mayor Albert J. Kurpis Absent: Duncan Carpenter Administrator Richard Molinari was absent. Borough Attorney David Lafferty, Esq. was absent but Dermot Doyle, Esq. participated in his stead. PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald news and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2025 and advertised in said newspapers on January 10, 2025. Also posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk. Notification of fire exits PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE All present participated in the Pledge of Allegiance. OATH OF OFFICE ADMINISTERED TO OFFICER BERNARD DAHDAH Mayor Kurpis administered the Oath of Office to Police Officer Bernard Dahdah. REPORTS FROM MAYOR AND BOROUGH OFFICIALS Mayor Kurpis – The Northwest Bergen Mayors did not meet this month due to scheduling conflicts; Councilman DiGirolamo will provide report o …
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Thu Mar 19, 2026

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approves Toll Brothers resolutions and several site applications

The Planning Board adopted memorializing resolutions for two Toll Brothers developments (East Allendale Road and Algonquin Trail), approved a soil relocation permit for 10 Eckert Farm Road, granted a 6-month extension for 156 Chestnut Ridge Road, and authorized a planning study for a rezoning request at 155 Chestnut Ridge Road. The board also found Ordinance 26-1110 (Affordable Housing District 6) consistent with the Master Plan.

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BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER PLANNING BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 3, 2026 I. CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Planning Board of the Borough of Saddle River was called to order by Chairman Lonzisero at 7:00 PM. II. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT STATEMENT Board Secretary Luis DePaz read the public notice statement. Notice of this meeting was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by sending notices to The Record and The Ridgewood News on January 5, 2026, posting on the municipal bulletin boards and the Borough website, and filing with the Office of the Municipal Clerk. III. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Kurpis, Mr. Molinari, Councilman Hekemian, Chairman Lonzisero, Vice Chair Boyajian, Mr. DeCrosta, Ms. Nazzaro, Mr. Voss. Absent: Mr. Bedrin, Mr. Wishik, Mr. Botta Professionals Present:  Jonathan Drill, Esq., Board Attorney  Martin Spence, P.E., Board Engineer  Joe Burgis, P.P., A.I.C.P., Board Planner  Scott Levy, L.L.A., Board Landscape Architect IV. FLAG SALUTE The Board pledged allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. V. RESOLUTIONS 1. Resolution 26-08: Toll NJ I, LLC (East Allendale Road)  Subject: Memorializing Resolution for the Toll Brothers East Allendale application.  Discussion: Board Attorney Jonathan Drill presented the resolution (Version 4, dated January 22, 2026). He noted a final typographical correction made prior to the meeting on Page 3, Item 11: The last name of the interested pa …
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Thu Mar 19, 2026

Parks & Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves Challenge Youth Softball field use, sends to council

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved the Challenge Youth Softball application to use municipal park fields and recommended it to the Mayor and Council for approval by resolution. The approval is contingent on the for-profit organization providing liability insurance naming the borough as additional insured. The draft resolution will be reviewed by the borough attorney and placed on a future council agenda.

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BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION February 18, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES I. CALL TO ORDER The special meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission of the Borough of Saddle River was called to order at 6:00 PM by Chairperson Patricia Nazzaro via Zoom. II. PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of this special meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission of the Borough of Saddle River was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by sending notice to the Record and the Ridgewood News on February 12, 2026, posting at the municipal building bulletin board and the borough website, and filing in the office of the municipal clerk. III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. IV. ROLL CALL Member Status Patricia Nazzaro, Chairperson Present Greg Boyajian Present Paul Broer Present Beatrice Burgess Present Joel Magariotis Absent Louis Miao Absent John Kurpis Absent Also Present: Luis DePaz, Commission Secretary A quorum of four members was present. V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Commission reviewed the minutes from the February 11, 2026 meeting. One correction was noted: the adjournment time was listed as 9:12 PM and should be corrected to 8:12 PM. No other changes or corrections were requested. • Motion: To approve the February 11, 2026 meeting minutes as amended. • Moved by: Beatrice Burgess • Seconded by: Greg Boyajian • Motion carried unanimously. VI. PUBLIC HEARING – CHALLENGE YOUTH SOFTBALL …
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Thu Mar 19, 2026

Landmarks Commission

✓ Decided: Landmarks Commission plans drone show for 250th anniversary

The Landmarks Commission discussed plans for the borough's 250th anniversary celebration, tentatively set for June 13-14, 2026, featuring a drone show instead of fireworks. They also received an update on the Aachenbach Barn reconstruction. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

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BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER LANDMARKS COMMISSION February 2, 2026 MEETING MINUTES I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting of the Landmarks Commission of the Borough of Saddle River was called to order at 7:05pm II. PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of this meeting of the Landmarks Commission of the Borough of Saddle River was provided in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act by sending notice to the Record and the Ridgewood News on January 5, 2026, posting at the municipal building bulletin board and the borough website, and filing in the office of the municipal clerk. III. ROLL CALL Member Status Jonathan Kurpis, Council Liaison Present Maria Harper Present Lisa Lopiccolo Present Greg Boyajian Present Mary Bello Absent Ferne Lambert Absent Karen Williamson Absent Gloria Blumenthal Absent John May Present Also Present: Luis DePaz, Commission Secretary A quorum of three members was present. IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Commission reviewed the minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting. No changes or corrections were requested. • Motion: To approve the January 12, 2026 meeting minutes as presented. • Moved by: Jonathan Kurpis • Seconded by: Maria Harper • Motion carried unanimously. V. NEW BUSINESS America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration – Planning Update Chairman Jonathan Kurpis provided a comprehensive update on the Borough’s planning for the 250th anniversary of the United States. The following details were discussed: Event Date. The celebration is …
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Thu Feb 26, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Zoning board approves pool equipment variance at 6 Old Woods Rd

The Saddle River Zoning Board approved a variance for pool equipment encroaching 3-6 feet into the 125-foot non-disturbance zone at 6 Old Woods Rd, finding it not visible from the street and aesthetically preferable behind a retaining wall. The board also memorialized three prior resolutions (20-25, 21-25, 22-25) approving applications for properties on Old Acres Rd, Stonewall Rd, and E. Saddle River Rd. All votes were unanimous among present members, with two abstentions on the resolutions.

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1 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 17, 2025 7:00 PM MEETING NOTICE Chairman Montana read: "This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald News and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2025 and advertised in said newspapers on January 10, 2025. Also posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk.” Notification of fire exits. All present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Greg Boyajian, Robert Howard, Michael Jarmark, Farah Qadeer, Tami Trobiano, Chairman Bud Montana Absent: Patty Nazzaro, David Yale MEMORIALIZING RESOLUTION Mr. Howard provided a summary of the application: Cullen, Michael 16 Old Acres Rd. B. 1303 L. 16 Motion to approve ZBA Resolution 20-25 by Mr. Jarmark, with a second by Mr. Boyajian. ROLL CALL AYES: Boyajian, Howard, Jarmark, Qadeer NAYS: ABSTAIN: Trobiano, Montana ABSENT: Nazzaro, Yale Mr. Howard provided a summary of the application: 2 Dowdell, Dr. James 8 Stonewall Rd. B. 1807 Lot 24 Motion to approve ZBA Resolution 21-25 by Mr. Jarmark, with a second by Mr. Boyajian. ROLL CALL AYES: Boy …
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Thu Feb 26, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

✓ Decided: Saddle River ZBA reorganizes, appoints officers and professionals

The Zoning Board of Adjustment held its reorganization meeting, unanimously appointing John 'Bud' Montana as Chair, Robert Howard as Vice Chair, and Cindy Kirkpatrick as Secretary. The board also approved resolutions appointing Doreen Winn as board attorney, Spence Engineering as engineer, Scott Alan Design Inc. as landscape architect, and Stickel, Koenig, Sullivan & Drill as substitute attorney, along with setting filing fees, adopting bylaws, approving the application form, and accepting the 2025 Annual Report. A memorializing resolution for John Lahoud's property at 6 Old Woods Rd. was approved with three abstentions.

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1 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE BOROUGH OF SADDLE RIVER REORGANIZATION MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 21, 2026 7:00 PM REORGANIZATION MEETING MEETING NOTICE Chairman Montana: "This meeting is called pursuant to the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Law. This meeting was included in a list of meetings sent to the Record-Herald News and Ridgewood News on January 6, 2026 and advertised in said newspapers on January 9, 2026 and January 16, 2026. Also posted on the borough website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk.” Notification of fire exits. All present recited the Pledge of Allegiance. OATH OF OFFICE Doreen Winn, Esq. administered the Oath of Office to: Michael Jarmark – regular member – 4 year term Patricia Nazzaro – regular member – 4 year term Vladik Shapsis – Alt. 1 – 2 year term ROLL CALL Present: Greg Boyajian, Robert Howard, Michael Jarmark, John (Bud) Montana, Patricia Nazzaro, Tami Trobiano, David Yale, Vladik Shapsis Also present: Doreen E. Winn, Esq. and Cindy Kirkpatrick RESOLUTIONS Regarding Resolution 01-26, Ms. Nazzaro motioned to nominate John “Bud” Montana as Chair of ZBA, with a second by Mr. Howard. 2 ROLL CALL AYES: Boyajian, Howard, Jarmark, Montana, Nazzaro, Trobiano, Yale, Sh …
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