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Who’s on the Environmental Comission
- Alisa DiGirolamo
- Angel Mulkay
- Diane Lucianna
- Dior Vass
- Manuel Gonzalez
- Sanjay Kapoor
- Liva
Who’s on the Environmental Commission
- Alisa DiGirolamo
- Angel Mulkay
- Diane Lucianna
- Dior Vass
- LaViano
- Manuel Gonzalez
- Sanjay Kapoor
Who’s on the Landmarks Commission
- Ferne Lambert
- Gloria Blumenthal
- Greg Boyajian
- John May
- Karen Williamson
- Maria Harper
- Mary Bello
- Lisa Lopicollo
- Lisa Lopiccolo
Who’s on the Mayor and Council
- Carpenter — Councilmember
- Kurpis — Mayor
- DiGirolamo — Councilmember
- Liva — Councilmember
- Sachdev — Councilmember
- David Hekemian — Councilmember
- Albert J. Kurpis — Mayor
- Azzariti — Councilmember
Who’s on the Mayor and Council Work Session
- Carpenter — Councilmember
- DiGirolamo — Councilmember
- Kurpis — Mayor
- Liva — Councilmember
- Sachdev — Councilmember
- Hekemian — Councilmember
Who’s on the Planning Board
- Kurpis — Mayor
- Hekemian — Councilmember
- Jerry DeCrosta
- Richard Molinari
- Gerald Bedrin
- Edward Wishik
- Dior Vass
- Nicholas Botta
- Patty Nazzaro
- Patricia Nazzaro
- Boyajian
- Doug Holden
- Nicholas Lonzisero
- Irene Feldsott
- Joan Foley
- Voss
Who’s on the Zoning Board of Adjustment
- Boyajian
- Howard
- Trobiano
- Jarmark
- Montana
- Nazzaro
- Yale
- Qadeer
- Vladik Shapsis
- Feldsott
- Patty Nazzaro
- John Montana
Recent meetings
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.
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1122, amending flood-control standards for 100% affordable housing projects (4-0-1, J. Kurpis abstained)
- Tabled Ordinance 26-1123, authorizing a tax exemption and PILOT agreement for an affordable housing project (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1124, allowing appointment of Class One, Two, or Three police officers (5-0)
- Tabled Resolution 166-26, awarding Downes Tree Service Inc. for Rindlaub Park improvements and putting green (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 161-26, authorizing snow removal contract with Bergen County (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 162-26, submitting NJDOT grant application for Old Woods Road resurfacing (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 163-26, consent for sanitary sewer facilities at Block 1603, Lots 1 and 2.01 and Block 1401, Lot 24 (3-0-2, Hekemian and J. Kurpis abstained)
- Approved Resolution 164-26, consent for sanitary sewer facilities at Block 1402, Lots 23, 24 and 25 (4-0-1, J. Kurpis abstained)
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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 …
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.
- Approved April 15, 2026 minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Resolution 14-26 for Radoncic property at 2 Eugene Rd. (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Carried application for 23 Burning Hollow Rd. to June 17, 2026 meeting
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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
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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, …
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.
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1123 (affordable housing PILOT) on first reading (5-1)
- Approved Resolution 150-26: Police Department Appointment – Chief of Police (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 151-26: Police Department Appointment – Captain (6-0)
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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 …
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.
- Approved preliminary and final major site plan for 42-unit affordable senior housing (5-0)
- Approved lot consolidation/reverse subdivision for Block 1605, Lots 1 and 2 (5-0)
- Approved soil relocation and design waiver/exception relief (5-0)
- Approved June 9, 2026 regular meeting minutes (4-0-1)
- Approved June 9, 2026 closed session minutes (4-0-1)
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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 …
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.
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1120 renewing ban on all cannabis businesses (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1121 amending fire prevention code (6-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1122 amending affordable housing code (6-0)
- Pulled Resolution 145-26, PILOT agreement for 42-unit affordable housing, from agenda
- Approved Resolution 144-26, annual audit report (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 146-26, road resurfacing contract via cooperative pricing (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 147-26, increasing special litigation counsel fees to not exceed $175,000 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 142-26, destruction of expired SRPD ballistic vests (6-0)
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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 …
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.
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1118 creating private educational zone for Saddle River Day School (4-0, Hekemian abstained)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1119 establishing Affordable Housing District-6 for 42 age-restricted units (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1120 prohibiting cannabis businesses (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1121 amending fire prevention code (5-0)
- Approved bill list Resolution 123-26 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including raffle license, copier contract, tax refund, appointments (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 132-26 urging state health benefit premium reforms (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 133-26 retroactive pay adjustment for non-bargaining employees (5-0)
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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 …
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.
- Approved Resolution 120-26 authorizing procurement of two Chevrolet Tahoes for the police department (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 121-26 determining the need for a 42-unit age-restricted affordable housing development on Block 1605, Lots 1 & 2 (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 122-26 approving a developer's agreement with Saddle River Phase 2, LLC for the housing project (4-0)
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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 …
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.
- Authorized Landmarks Commission budget for museum opening and 250th anniversary expenses (7-0)
- Approved March 9, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
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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 …
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.
- Approved Wandell School picnic for June 19, 2026, rain date June 22, contingent on Board of Health food truck permit and DPW coordination (unanimous)
- Approved HHK/SR Soccer field use Aug 24–Dec 6, 2026, with no use Sept 26 and Sunday start at 12:30 PM (unanimous)
- Approved April 8, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Discussed but did not formally adopt contribution toward light tower purchase
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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 …
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.
- Challenge Youth Softball application denied by Mayor and Council (unanimous straw poll)
- Commission agreed to inform for-profit applicants of field use policy at initial contact
- Approved Zion Church Concert in the Park for August 7, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved February 11, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
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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 …
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.
- Approved amended preliminary and final site plan for East Allendale Road (5-0)
- Approved amended site plan and soil relocation for Algonquin Trail/West Saddle River Road (5-0)
- Consolidated hearings for both Toll NJ1 applications (5-0, Hekemian recused on Algonquin)
- Carried public hearing for Michael Randy, 4 Barnstable Court, to June 30, 2026
- Approved May 5, 2026 minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
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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 …
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.
- Approved soil relocation application for 46 Cameron Road with waivers (5-0, 2 absent)
- Found Ordinance 26-1118 (Saddle River Day School property) consistent with Master Plan (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Found AH-6 zone expansion at 22 East Allendale Road consistent with Master Plan (7-0)
- Approved April 7, 2026 minutes with clarification on emergency landing zone lighting (7-0)
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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 …
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.
- Recommended rezoning of 155 Chestnut Ridge Road to PEZ (unanimous, 5-0)
- Approved March 3, 2026 minutes (3-0, 2 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
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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:
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Motion to approve made by Mayor Kurpis, seconded by Vice Chair Boyajian.
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Abstained: Gerald Bedrin, Jerry DeCrosta
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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 …
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.
- Approved field change for upper field regrading at Saddle River Day School (unanimous)
- Condition 1: Install emergency helipad marker lights with police/fire access switch
- Condition 2: Construct safety berm extending 50 feet from corner of Chestnut Ridge and Woodcliff Lake Roads
- Carried rezoning request for 155 Chestnut Ridge Road to April 7, 2026
- Adopted Resolution 26-13 memorializing 10 Eckert Farm Road (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved February 3, 2026 minutes (4-0, 2 abstentions)
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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
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February 3, 2026 Minutes:
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Motion to approve made by Chairman Lonzisero, seconded.
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Abstained: Mayor Kurpis, Edward Wishik
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In Favor: Richard Molinari, Chairman Lonzisero, Vice Chair Boyajian, Dior Vass
VI. RESOLUTIONS
1. Resolution 26-13: Memorializing 10 Eckert Farm Road
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Vote: A motion to adopt was made by Mr. Molinari, seconded by Vice Chair Boyajian.
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In Favor: Mayor Kurpis, Mr. Molinari, Chairman Lonzisero, Vice Chair
Boyajian, Mr. Vass
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Abstained: Edward Wishik …
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.
- Approved minutes of February 12, 2026 meeting unanimously
- Directed members to review draft tree planting guide and species list and submit comments to Secretary DePaz
- Requested evergreens be added to the tree species list
- Agreed to attend April 7, 2026 Planning Board meeting to comment on Saddle River Day School property conditions
- Designated Commissioner Alisa DiGirolamo as Acting Chair for next meeting
- Adjourned meeting unanimously
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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 …
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.
- Adopted Resolution recognizing Arbor Day 2026 (unanimous)
- Authorized Commissioner Lucianna to send letter to Saddle River Day School counsel (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of March 12, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
- Deferred decision on rescheduling May 14, 2026 meeting
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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 …
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.
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 2 Chestnut Ridge Road (Block 2102, Lot 25) (5-0)
- Approved February 2, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
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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.
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Motion: To approve the February 2, 2026 meeting minutes as presented.
•
Moved by: Jonathan Kurpis
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Seconded by: Maria Harper
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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 …
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.
- Adopted 2026 municipal budget of $11,630,416.25 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1112-M establishing a cap bank (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1113-M authorizing $284,000 for capital improvements (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1114-M authorizing $305,000 bond for road and communication equipment (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1115 amending Police Department chapter (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1116 amending Affordable Housing chapter (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1117 amending residential development fees (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1118 to expand Private Educational Zone for Saddle River Day School (4-0-1, Hekemian abstained)
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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, …
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.
- Adopted Resolution 104-26, the Borough's Spending Plan (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 105-26, the Affirmative Marketing Plan (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 106-26, intent to fund Fourth Round affordable housing programs (6-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1116, amending Chapter 65 'Affordable Housing' (6-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1117, amending residential development fees (6-0)
- Entered closed session for pending affordable housing litigation (6-0)
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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 …
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.
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1111-M for Lower Cross Road reconstruction, $395,386 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 89-26, 2026 local municipal budget (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1112-M, cap bank ordinance (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1113-M, $284,000 capital improvements ordinance (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1114-M, $305,000 bond ordinance for roads and equipment (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1115, recreating Police Captain position (5-0)
- Awarded auto repair contract to Route 23 Automall, Resolution 98-26 (5-0)
- Appointed Robert Sherrow as Construction Code Official, Resolution 100-26 (5-0)
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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, …
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.
- Approved Radoncic home at 2 Eugene Rd. with C1 and C2 variances (6-0)
- Approved March 18, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 13-26 for Lee Bloom, 15 Woodfield La. (6-0)
- Carried application for 23 Burning Hollow Rd. to May 20, 2026
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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
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Mrs. Winn summarized Resolution 13-26.
Mr. Boyajian motioned to APPROVE Resolution 13-26, with a second by Ms. Nazzaro.
ROLL CAL …
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.
- Approved Lee Bloom's variance for 23% lot coverage (7-0)
- Carried Ariel Radoncic's application to April 15, 2026 meeting
- Carried Mariyana Karasmilova/Spring Hom2 LLC's variance application to April 15, 2026 meeting
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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 …
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.
- Approved amended October 15, 2025 minutes (6-0)
- Approved amended December 17, 2025 minutes (4-0, 2 abstentions)
- Approved January 21, 2026 reorganization minutes (6-0)
- Carried two applications to March 18, 2026 meeting (6-0)
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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: …
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.
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1108 creating third fire lieutenant (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1109 amending sewer connection charge (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-1111-M for Lower Cross Road reconstruction, $395,386 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 68-26, 2026 Temporary Capital Budget (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 80-26, TruGreen lawn service contract (5-0)
- Rejected bid for Rindlaub Park path expansion, awarded to Downes Tree Service (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Consent Agenda with appointments and tax actions (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Resolution 83-26, appointing O'Toole Scrivo as co-labor counsel (5-0)
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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.
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Borough Attorne …
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.
- Adopted developer's agreement with Avalon Bay Communities for Block 1302, Lot 1.04, 1 Route 17 South (5-0, Kurpis abstained)
- Approved amendment to Affordable Housing Spending Plan for court submission (5-0)
- Approved $71,000 grant agreement with Bergen County for ADA doors at Borough Hall (5-0)
- Approved resolution opposing state bill S-4736 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 25-1104 amending general penalty provisions (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 25-1105 amending Fire Prevention code (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 25-1106 adding Lead-Based Paint Testing to Property Maintenance code (5-0)
- Tabled resolutions 196-25, 197-25, and 198-25 (deer management, $5,000 grant, historic preservation consultant)
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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 …
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.
- Adopted Resolution 26-08 for Toll Brothers East Allendale Road (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 26-09 for Toll Brothers Algonquin Trail (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 26-10 for 8 Adams Road (8-0)
- Adopted Resolution 26-11 for 3 Twin Brooks Road (8-0)
- Found Ordinance 26-1110 (Affordable Housing District 6) consistent with Master Plan (8-0)
- Authorized planning study for rezoning 155 Chestnut Ridge Road (7-0, Hekemian recused)
- Granted 6-month extension for 156 Chestnut Ridge Road (8-0)
- Granted soil relocation permit for 10 Eckert Farm Road (8-0)
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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 …
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.
- Approved Challenge Youth Softball field use application, recommended to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
- Approved February 11, 2026 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at approximately 6:07 PM (unanimous)
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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 …
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.
- Approved January 12, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Discussed tentative June 13-14, 2026 date for 250th anniversary celebration
- Discussed pursuing a drone show (approx. 500 drones) instead of fireworks
- Discussed producing a commemorative flag for the 250th anniversary
- Discussed live band, DJ ($500), BYOB, and food trucks for the event
- Discussed Aachenbach Barn reconstruction progress (paused due to weather)
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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 …
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.
- Approved variance for pool equipment encroachment at 6 Old Woods Rd (6-0)
- Memorialized ZBA Resolution 20-25 for 16 Old Acres Rd (4-0, 2 abstentions)
- Memorialized ZBA Resolution 21-25 for 8 Stonewall Rd (4-0, 2 abstentions)
- Memorialized ZBA Resolution 22-25 for 21 E. Saddle River Rd (4-0, 2 abstentions)
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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:
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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 …
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.
- Appointed John 'Bud' Montana as Chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Robert Howard as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Cindy Kirkpatrick as Secretary (unanimous)
- Approved Doreen Winn as board attorney (unanimous)
- Approved Stickel, Koenig, Sullivan & Drill as substitute attorney (unanimous)
- Approved Spence Engineering as board engineer (unanimous)
- Approved Scott Alan Design Inc. as landscape architect (unanimous)
- Approved memorializing resolution for John Lahoud, 6 Old Woods Rd. (5-0-3)
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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.
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ROLL CALL
AYES: Boyajian, Howard, Jarmark, Montana, Nazzaro, Trobiano, Yale, Sh …
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