Hackettstown public meetings in 2022

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will hold public hearings and final adoptions for the 2023 BID budget and a PATS revenue amendment, plus several resolutions on tax matters. They will also vote to hire two new police officers and approve special event permits and street closures. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, check registers, and budget transfers.

• Public Hearing and Final Adoption, Ordinance 2022-12 (2023 Hackettstown BID budget)
• Public Hearing and Final Adoption, Ordinance 2022-13 (amending PATS revenue)
• Hire Kayla Cannon-Rodriguez and Matthew Napoli as police officers at $73,044.46 annual salary, start Feb 15, 2023
• Resolution cancelling unpaid taxes under $10.00 for 2022
• Special event permits for Annual Street Fair, Winterfest, St. Patrick's Day Parade

The Mayor and Council approved the 2023 budget for the Hackettstown Business Improvement District and amended metered parking penalties. The body also authorized tax refunds, hired two police officers, and approved several 2023 special event licenses.

• Adopted 2023 budget for Hackettstown Business Improvement District (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending metered parking penalties (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Authorized tax refunds totaling $8,085.92 to four parties (5-0)
• Hired Kayla Cannon-Rodriguez and Matthew Napoli as police officers at $73,044.46 annual salary (5-0)
• Approved check register #2022-24 for $705,325.24 (5-0)
• Approved special event licenses for Street Fair, Winterfest, and St. Patrick’s Day Parade (5-0)
• Canceled $200,000 in unspent 2022 budgeted line items to surplus (5-0)
• Designated 'No Parking Tow-Away' zones for March 12 and June 25 events (5-0)

Land Use Board

The Board approved an amended subdivision plan for 93-95 Main Street to create individual fee simple lots for townhouse units. Approval was granted with conditions regarding HOA maintenance and document review. One application was deemed complete, while another was deemed incomplete.

• Approved amended subdivision for Hackettstown Crossing Associates, LLC at 93-95 Main Street (7-0)
• Deemed application #22-11 for 107 Countryside Lane complete (6-0)
• Deemed application #22-12 for 224-225 Franklin Street incomplete (6-0)
• Carried application #22-09 for 106 Valentine Street to January 24, 2023
• Approved November 22, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will hold public hearings and final adoptions for two ordinances: one amending the traffic and parking schedule, and another repealing retail food establishment regulations. The council will also consider several resolutions and motions, including budget adjustments, capital purchases, and service contracts.

• Public Hearing and Final Adoption, Ordinance 2022-10, amending schedule of Chapter 13 (Traffic and Parking)
• Public Hearing and Final Adoption, Ordinance #2022-14 Repealing Article 8 (Retail Food Establishments) of Chapter 8 (Business and Occupations)
• Resolution refunding utility payments to the HMUA for various accounts
• Motion to approve Capital purchase over $7500.00
• Motion to award DPW supplies and services for 2023

The Town Council adopted ordinances regarding traffic, parking, and retail food establishments. They approved several service contracts for 2023 and joined the Statewide Insurance Fund. A new police officer was hired with a starting salary of $73,044.

• Adopted ordinance #2022-10 amending traffic and parking schedules
• Adopted ordinance #2022-14 repealing retail food establishment regulations
• Approved $27,376 purchase of Toro Sand Pro 3040 Field Tractor
• Awarded 2023 DPW supplies/services to Sanico, TGM, and All Terrain
• Awarded 2023 tree trimming and stump removal bid to Peterson and Sons Tree Services
• Approved membership in the Statewide Insurance Fund (2023-2026)
• Hired Maxwell Francisco as police officer at $73,044 annual salary
• Authorized Town Attorney to draft an ordinance regarding clothing bins

Land Use Board

The Board approved a Resolution of Approval for Karoun Holdings, LLC and deemed a subdivision application for Hackettstown Crossing Associates, LLC complete. One application for 106 Valentine Street was carried to a future meeting.

• Approved Resolution of Approval for Application #22-07 (Karoun Holdings, LLC, 200 Grand Avenue)
• Deemed Application #22-10 (Hackettstown Crossing Associates, LLC, 93-95 Main Street) complete
• Carried Application #22-09 (Frank Czigler, 106 Valentine Street) to December 12, 2022 meeting
• Approved October 25, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Approved October 25, 2022 executive session minutes

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will consider introducing five ordinances, including one establishing business license and liability insurance requirements and another approving the 2023 BID budget. They will also vote on hiring a police officer, approving purchases over $7,500, and several resolutions for tax refunds and budget transfers.

• Ordinance 2022-11: business license and liability insurance requirements
• Ordinance 2022-12: 2023 Hackettstown BID budget
• Hire Anthony Cossio as Police Officer, Step 2 salary $73,044.46
• Fire Department purchase over $7,500.00
• Pool purchase order over $7,500.00

The Council approved a tax settlement for properties at 78 and 80 Main Street and authorized a pursuit of Sustainable Jersey Municipal Certification. Several ordinances regarding traffic, parking, and the BID budget were introduced on first reading. The body also approved various municipal purchases and personnel appointments.

• Approved tax settlement for 80 Main Plaza, LLC and P&D Realty Associates (5-0)
• Authorized pursuit of Sustainable Jersey Municipal Certification (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Introduced ordinance #2022-10 regarding traffic and parking (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance #2022-12 for 2023 Hackettstown BID budget (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance #2022-13 regarding metered parking penalties (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Introduced ordinance #2022-14 repealing retail food establishment rules (5-0)
• Tabled ordinance #2022-11 regarding business license and insurance requirements (5-0)
• Approved $17,808.78 for Fire Department gear and $9,156.00 for pool restroom epoxy floors (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission meeting on November 17, 2022, has no agenda available. The agenda text indicates only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. This appears to be a procedural placeholder with no specific items for discussion or decision.

• No agenda items listed

The Historic Preservation Commission approved two property applications and the 2023 proposed budget. One application regarding dormers was postponed to a future meeting.

• Approved expansion at 106 Valentine Street to match existing brick and signage
• Approved awning and signage installation at 162 Main Street
• Approved 2023 proposed budget with a 3% increase in salaries and wages
• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Tabled application for dormers at 310 Grand Avenue to December 15, 2022

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Council will consider introducing four ordinances, including one amending traffic and parking regulations, one establishing business license and liability insurance requirements, one approving the 2023 BID budget, and one amending PATS revenue. They will also vote on resolutions for a tax appeal settlement, budget transfer, and Green Team Committee, plus several personnel and permit motions. The meeting includes public comment limited to 3 minutes.

• Ordinance 2022-10 amending Chapter 13 (Traffic and Parking)
• Ordinance 2022-11 establishing business license and liability insurance requirements
• Ordinance 2022-12 approving 2023 Hackettstown BID budget
• Resolution approving settlement on tax appeal for B41.02, L30 and B34, L5
• Motion to hire Anthony Cossio as Police Officer at $73,044.46 salary

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Town Council will consider routine approvals including meeting minutes, refunds to the HMUA, a fire department equipment purchase, and check registers. They will also discuss Green Team Committee candidates and the 2023 BID budget, and hold a public comment period.

• Resolution to refund utility payments to HMUA (multiple amounts, e.g., $1,550.80)
• Motion to award Firefighter One $11,052.60 for fire department carbon cylinders
• Discussion of 2023 BID budget
• Motion to approve check registers #2022-20
• Motion to approve Raffle license RL:1280 and Special Event Permits for Hackettstown BID

The Mayor and Common Council approved salary increases for elected officials and established a new Green Team Committee. The council also adopted a fair and open bidding process for professional service contracts exceeding $17,500.

• Raised Mayor's salary to $8,000/year and Councilpersons' salaries to $7,000/year (5-0)
• Adopted fair and open bidding process for professional contracts over $17,500 (5-0)
• Established Green Team Committee and appointed Councilperson Kunz as liaison (5-0)
• Approved $11,052.60 purchase of carbon-wrapped cylinders for Fire Department from Firefighter One (5-0)
• Authorized $2,920.97 refund to Hackettstown Municipal Utilities Authority (5-0)
• Appointed Tiffany Tagarelli, Esquire as alternate prosecutor effective Nov 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved check register #2022-20 for $590,590.02 (5-0)
• Requested certified list from Civil Service for Police Sergeant position (5-0)

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, review applications, and conduct public hearings. The main items are a preliminary/final major site plan with variances for 106 Valentine Street, and public hearings for properties on Franklin Street and Grand Avenue. The meeting also includes an executive session for personnel matters.

• Application #22-09: Frank Czigler, 106 Valentine Street, preliminary/final major site plan, use variance, bulk variance
• Application #22-08: Carlos Rojas, 224-226 Franklin Street, Section 68 public hearing
• Application #22-07: Karoun Holdings, LLC, 200 Grand Avenue, use variance/interpretation public hearing
• Approve September 27, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Executive session on personnel matters

The Board approved a use variance for Karoun Holding, LLC to operate a food pathogen testing facility at 200 Grand Avenue, conditioned on a future Minor Site Plan Application. One application for a two-family residence was withdrawn, and another was deemed complete after the granting of several waivers.

• Approved Use Variance for Karoun Holding, LLC at 200 Grand Avenue, conditioned on a Minor Site Plan Application (6-0)
• Approved waivers and deemed application complete for Frank Czigler at 106 Valentine Street (6-0)
• Application #22-08 for Carlos Rojas at 224-226 Franklin Street withdrawn
• Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-2)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission has no agenda available for its October 20, 2022 meeting. The agenda text indicates there is nothing to report, and directs readers to review the minutes instead. This appears to be a procedural placeholder with no substantive items for public consideration.

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission approved two applications: stone veneer at 425 Washington Street and chimney removal at 120 Willow Grove Street. A third application for expansion at 106 Valentine Street was carried to November because the applicant was absent. Minutes from July 21, 2022 were also approved.

• Approved minutes of July 21, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Carried Application #H22-10 (106 Valentine Street expansion) to November 17, 2022 due to applicant absence
• Approved Application #H22-11 (425 Washington Street stone veneer) with condition to keep scalloped gable unchanged (unanimous)
• Approved Application #H22-12 (120 Willow Grove Street chimney removal) with recommendation to return for front porch approval (unanimous)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will hold public hearings and final adoptions for three ordinances: one establishing a tax exemption policy for totally disabled veterans and surviving spouses, one appropriating $30,000 for office carpeting and upgrades, and one amending the code on vacant and foreclosed property registration. The council will also discuss PATS ticket revenue, award a contract for police radios, and consider a cannabis retail license, among other routine items.

• Public Hearing and Final Adoption: Ordinance 2022-07 (veterans tax exemption)
• Public Hearing and Final Adoption: Ordinance 2022-08 ($30,000 for office upgrades)
• Public Hearing and Final Adoption: Ordinance 2022-09 (vacant/foreclosed property registration)
• Award Motorola Solutions $66,922.50 for police portable radios
• Motion to approve High Street Wellness Cannabis Class 5 Retail License in CC Zone

The council adopted three ordinances on final reading: a tax exemption policy for totally disabled veterans and surviving spouses, a $30,000 capital improvements appropriation, and updated vacant property registration rules. It also approved High Street Wellness as a Cannabis Class 5 Retail License in the CC Zone, awarded a $66,922.50 police radio contract to Motorola Solutions, and set trick-or-treat hours for October 31 from 4-8 PM.

• Adopted ordinance #2022-07: disabled veterans/surviving spouse tax exemption (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance #2022-08: $30,000 capital improvements appropriation (5-1)
• Adopted ordinance #2022-09: vacant property registration code update (6-0)
• Approved High Street Wellness as Cannabis Class 5 Retail License (6-0)
• Awarded $66,922.50 police portable radio purchase to Motorola Solutions (6-0)
• Approved trick-or-treat hours Oct 31, 4-8 PM (6-0)
• Appointed Pati Noll as COAH Liaison at $5,000/year (6-0)
• Approved $505,146.58 and $1,858,592.72 check registers (6-0 each)

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is meeting to consider several land use applications, including site plans and variances for properties on Warren Street, Route 57, Mountain Avenue, Grand Avenue, and Franklin Street. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and may take action on the resolutions listed.

• Application #22-06: Thomas R. Cole, 304-306 Warren Street, Section 68
• Application #22-04: 7 Route 57, LLC, 9, 7 & 13 Route 57, variance and preliminary/final major site plan
• Application #22-05: Lion Gate at Musconetcong River Urban Renewal, LLC, 301 Mountain Avenue, amended preliminary/final major site plan and bulk variance
• Application #22-07: Karoun Holdings, LLC, 200 Grand Avenue, use variance/interpretation
• Application #22-08: Carlos Rojas, 224-226 Franklin Street, Section 68

The Hackettstown Land Use Board approved resolutions for three applications: a property at 304-306 Warren Street, a site plan for 7 Route 57, and an amended site plan for Lion Gate at 301 Mountain Avenue. The board also deemed complete an application for Karoun Holdings at 200 Grand Avenue and granted relief to allow construction on Phases 2B and 2D of the Bergen Tool project without a recorded subdivision map, though no building permits will be issued until the map is recorded. Several other items were carried to the October 25, 2022 meeting.

• Approved resolution for Application 22-06 (Thomas R. Cole, 304-306 Warren Street) (6-0-2)
• Approved resolution for Application 22-04 (7 Route 57, LLC, 9, 7 & 13 Route 57) (5-0-2)
• Approved resolution for Application 22-05 (Lion Gate at Musconetcong River Urban Renewal, LLC, 301 Mountain Avenue) (6-0-1)
• Deemed complete Application 22-07 (Karoun Holdings, LLC, 200 Grand Avenue) (7-0-0)
• Carried Application 22-07 to October 25, 2022 without further notice (7-0-0)
• Granted relief from condition KK of 2017 resolution to allow construction on Bergen Tool Phases 2B and 2D, with no building permits until subdivision recorded (7-0-0)
• Carried Application 22-08 (Carlos Rojas, 224-226 Franklin Street) to October 25, 2022 (7-0-0)
• Approved minutes of August 23, 2022 meeting (6-0-1)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will consider introducing an ordinance granting a property tax exemption to totally disabled veterans and their surviving spouses. The agenda also includes possible introductions of ordinances for office carpeting upgrades and vacant/foreclosed property registration, along with several resolutions and motions covering contracts, appointments, and permits.

• Ordinance 22022-07: tax exemption for totally disabled veterans and surviving spouses
• Possible ordinance appropriating $30,000 for carpeting and upgrades to administrative offices
• Possible ordinance amending Chapter 7 regarding registration of vacant and foreclosed properties
• Resolution authorizing use of public right-of-way by Everstream Solutions LLC
• Award Wire's Electric $27,700 to replace light poles at Pool field

The council granted Everstream Solutions permission to install fiber optic cables in public rights-of-way, approved a $27,700 contract for pool field light pole replacement, and appointed two police lieutenants. Several ordinances were introduced for public hearings in October, including a disabled veterans tax exemption policy and a $30,000 capital improvement appropriation. The meeting also approved salary adjustments, a shared fire services agreement with Mount Olive, and multiple event permits.

• Granted Everstream Solutions consent to install fiber optic facilities in public rights-of-way (5-0)
• Awarded $27,700 contract to Wires Electric for pool field light pole replacement (5-0)
• Appointed Aaron Perkins and Darren Tynan as Police Lieutenants effective Oct 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved $38,551.77 purchase of 2023 GMC 2500 pickup truck from Beyer Brothers (4-1)
• Approved shared services agreement with Mount Olive Township for fire official/inspection services (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance #22-07 for disabled veterans tax exemption policy (first reading, 5-0)
• Introduced ordinance #22-08 appropriating $30,000 for capital improvements (first reading, 4-1)
• Approved Developers Agreement for Victoria Mews Phases 2B and 2D with amended construction hours (5-0)

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes and conduct public hearings on three applications. These include a variance and site plan for a property on Route 57, an amended site plan for Lion Gate at Musconetcong River, and an application for a property on Street Street. The board may take action on these items.

• Application #22-06 – Thomas R. Cole – 304-306 Street Street – B91, L12 – Section 68
• Application #22-04 – 7 Route 57, LLC – 9, 7 & 13 Route 57 – B129, L23, 24, 25 – Section 36 Variance & Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan
• Application #22-05 – Lion Gate at Musconetcong River Urban Renewal, LLC – 301 Mountain Avenue – B125, L9.01 – Amended Preliminary Major Site Plan/Amended Final Major Site Plan/Bulk Variance
• Approve July 26, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes

The board approved three major applications: a Section 68 multi-family dwelling certification at 304-306 Warren Street, a site plan with variances for 7 Route 57, LLC, and an amended site plan for Lion Gate at Musconetcong River Urban Renewal, LLC for 145 housing units (25 affordable) at 301 Mountain Avenue. All votes were unanimous or near-unanimous, with one abstention on the 7 Route 57 application and one opposed vote on the Lion Gate application.

• Approved Section 68 certification for 304-306 Warren Street as pre-1968 multi-family dwelling (8-0)
• Approved 7 Route 57, LLC site plan with D and C variances and lot merger (6-0-1 abstention)
• Approved Lion Gate amended site plan for 145 housing units (25 affordable) with variances (8-1)
• Deferred final approval of Lion Gate architectural plans and facade to board consultants

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will consider several resolutions, including extending the third quarter property tax due date, approving a cannabis retail license for Hackettstown Dispensary, and making appointments to the Tax Collector and Clerk positions. They will also discuss and possibly act on the eligibility date for fully exempt veteran refunds and splitting the LUB clerk position.

• Resolution to extend third quarter property tax due date
• Resolution approving Hackettstown Dispensary Cannabis Class 5 Retail license in HC Zone
• Resolution appointing Patricia Noll as Tax Collector for four-year term effective January 1, 2022
• Award to Pascack Data $18,050.00 for Police Department Cyber Security updates
• Resolution relinquishing permanent custody of K9 Edo to retired Officer Chris Laver

Mayor & Town Council

This meeting has no published agenda; only minutes are available for review. No decisions or discussions are listed for this session.

The Hackettstown Mayor and Council approved a resolution supporting Hackettstown Dispensary LLC's Class 5 cannabis retail location at 319-320 Mountain Avenue, and another supporting Skunk Father, LLC's interest in siting a Class 5 retailer in HC and CC zones. They also approved appointments, contracts, and various licenses, all by unanimous votes (5-0, with one abstention on minutes).

• Approved resolution supporting Hackettstown Dispensary LLC cannabis retail at 319-320 Mountain Ave (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Skunk Father, LLC for Class 5 cannabis retail in HC and CC zones (5-0)
• Rescinded Ford F250 truck award to United Ford due to unavailability (5-0)
• Approved tax refund of $2,395.18 to disabled veteran Michael Rine (5-0)
• Sold police dog Edo to retiring Officer Chris Laver for $1.00 (5-0)
• Appointed Paola J. Reilly as Municipal Clerk/Administrator and Registrar (5-0)
• Awarded Police Department Cyber Security updates to Pascack Data for $18,050.00 (5-0)
• Approved check registers totaling $2,502,488.22 (5-0)

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on three applications: a variance and site plan for a property on Route 57, an amended site plan for Lion Gate at Musconetcong River, and an application by Thomas R. Cole. The board will also discuss further amendments to a resolution for G&G Church Properties and consider approving prior meeting minutes.

• Application #22-06 – Thomas R. Cole – 304-306 Street Street – B91, L12 – Section 68
• Application #22-04 – 7 Route 57, LLC – 9, 7 & 13 Route 57 – B129, L23, 24, 25 – Section 36 Variance & Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan
• Application #22-05 – Lion Gate at Musconetcong River Urban Renewal, LLC – 301 Mountain Avenue – B125, L9.01 – Amended Preliminary Major Site Plan/Amended Final Major Site Plan/Bulk Variance
• Discussion on Further Amendments to Resolution #21-08, G&G Church Properties, LLC
• Approve June 28, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes and Executive Session Minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

This meeting has no published agenda; only minutes are referenced. The commission is not deciding or discussing any listed items.

• No agenda items listed

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission approved an application by G&G Church Properties to install two egress windows in the attic at 406 Church Street. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 19, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved application #H22-09 for two attic egress windows at 406 Church Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 19, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will consider a series of resolutions and motions, including appointing a new Tax Assessor, approving the 2021 Municipal Audit, and adopting an Affirmative Marketing Plan. The council will also vote on a resolution opposing NJ ABC's special conditions on limited brewery licensees, along with several appointments and routine administrative items.

• Resolution to approve 2021 Municipal Audit
• Resolution appointing Jason Cohen as Tax Assessor for four-year term expiring June 30, 2026
• Resolution in opposition of NJ ABC's Special Conditions on Limited Brewery Licensees
• Resolution for lien for cost of debris removal on B71L9 and B58 L11
• Resolution to release lien on Block 107 Lot 11 in the amount of $29,786.30

The Hackettstown Town Council approved an Affirmative Marketing Plan for affordable housing, adopted resolutions opposing new state craft brewery restrictions, and confirmed appointments including a tax assessor and finance assistant. The council also approved check registers totaling over $2.5 million and several property-related actions.

• Adopted Affirmative Marketing Plan for affordable housing (5-0)
• Adopted resolution opposing NJ ABC special conditions on craft breweries (5-0)
• Confirmed Jason Cohen as Tax Assessor for 4-year term (5-0)
• Appointed Karolina Rodrigues as Finance Assistant at $55,000/year (5-0)
• Appointed Peter Trusio as Parking Authority Member (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Heather Baker as Landlord Registration Official at $6,000/year (5-0)
• Approved check registers #2022-12 ($597,515.74) and #2022-13 ($1,942,488.49) (5-0)
• Approved Madison Street closure for block party on Aug 6, 2022 (5-0)

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board will hold a public hearing on a variance and site plan application for properties at 7, 9, and 13 Route 57. The board will also consider a resolution for a preliminary and final major site plan with a use variance for Performance Fleet Maintenance at 859 Willow Grove Street, and review the completeness of an amended site plan application for Lion Gate at Musconetcong River Urban Renewal at 301 Mountain Avenue. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing: Application #22-04 – 7 Route 57, LLC – Section 36 Variance & Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan for 9, 7 & 13 Route 57
• Resolution: Application #21-18 – Performance Fleet Maintenance LLC – Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan/Use Variance at 859 Willow Grove Street
• Completeness review: Application #22-05 – Lion Gate at Musconetcong River Urban Renewal, LLC – Amended Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan/Bulk Variance at 301 Mountain Avenue
• Approve May 24, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes

The Hackettstown Land Use Board approved the preliminary and final major site plan with use variance for Performance Fleet Maintenance at 859 Willow Grove Street. The board also deemed the Lion Gate at Musconetcong River Urban Renewal application complete and continued a hearing for 7 Route 57, LLC to July 26, 2022. Alan Zakin was appointed as Land Use Board Attorney for the remainder of 2022.

• Approved Application #21-18 for Performance Fleet Maintenance, LLC (859 Willow Grove Street) preliminary & final major site plan/use variance (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Deemed Application #22-05 for Lion Gate at Musconetcong River Urban Renewal, LLC (301 Mountain Avenue) complete (6-0)
• Continued public hearing for Application #22-04 (7 Route 57, LLC) to July 26, 2022 without additional notice
• Appointed Alan Zakin, Esquire as Land Use Board Attorney for remainder of 2022 (7-0)

Mayor & Town Council

The Mayor and Town Council will consider several items including contract awards for architectural and cybersecurity services. The meeting also includes discussions regarding police appointments and various special event permits.

• Review and possible award of contract to Donnelly Architects
• Review and possible award of contract to Pascack Data
• Possible appointment of Police Sergeant and Police Lieutenant
• Approval of ABC Liquor Licenses (10) for 2022/23
• Street closures for Hometown Holiday Special Event

The Hackettstown Town Council approved several contracts and appointments, including a $71,523.21 cybersecurity upgrade and a $19,200 architectural services contract for municipal building renovations, both funded through American Rescue Plan funds. The council also approved the 2022/2023 alcoholic beverage licenses, authorized the sale of surplus vehicles via online auction, and made police promotions. All votes were unanimous among the four present council members, with two members absent.

• Approved $71,523.21 cybersecurity upgrade contract (4-0)
• Approved $19,200 architectural services contract for municipal building renovations (4-0)
• Approved 2022/2023 alcoholic beverage licenses (4-0)
• Authorized online auction of surplus vehicles and equipment (4-0)
• Appointed Thomas Smith as Police Sergeant and Glenn Brotzman as Police Lieutenant (4-0)
• Approved $38,585 DPW F250 pickup truck purchase (4-0)
• Approved check registers totaling $3,021,138.83 (4-0)
• Approved special event permits and street closures for Hometown Holiday (4-0)

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two applications: a preliminary/final major site plan with use variance for Performance Fleet Maintenance at 859 Willow Grove Street, and a Section 36 variance with preliminary/final major site plan for 7 Route 57, LLC at 9, 7 & 13 Route 57. The board will also consider an interpretation request from New Jersey Detox Center, LLC at 687 Willow Grove Street, an extension of time for 2016 Mountain Hackettstown, LLC at 301 Mountain Avenue, and approve the April 26, 2022 minutes.

• Public hearing: Application #21-18 – Performance Fleet Maintenance LLC – 859 Willow Grove Street – Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan/Use Variance
• Public hearing: Application #22-04 – 7 Route 57, LLC – 9, 7 & 13 Route 57 – Section 36 Variance & Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan
• Interpretation: Application #22-03 – New Jersey Detox Center, LLC – 687 Willow Grove Street
• Resolution: Application #21-20 – 2016 Mountain Hackettstown, LLC – 301 Mountain Avenue – Extension of Time
• Completeness review: Application #22-04 – 7 Route 57, LLC – 9, 7 & 13 Route 57

The Hackettstown Land Use Board approved a preliminary and final major site plan/use variance for Performance Fleet Maintenance at 859 Willow Grove Street, allowing 186 parking spaces with conditions including no on-site vehicle maintenance and portable toilets. The board also deemed complete an application for the Woodland Apartments project at 7 Route 57 and carried it to the July 26 meeting. A resolution for an extension of time for a prior application was approved.

• Approved Application #21-18 for Performance Fleet Maintenance site plan (6-0)
• Approved resolution for Application #21-20 extension of time (6-0)
• Deemed complete Application #22-04 for 7 Route 57, LLC (6-0)
• Carried Application #22-04 public hearing to July 26, 2022

Historic Preservation Commission

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission approved two applications: a concrete sidewalk with gray tint at 311 West Moore Street and vinyl windows at 121 High Street. Both were approved unanimously. The meeting also included public comments from new property owners at 123 High Street.

• Approved sidewalk application #22-07 at 311 West Moore Street (unanimous)
• Approved window application #22-08 at 121 High Street (unanimous)

Mayor & Town Council

The Mayor and Town Council will consider the final adoption of the 2022 Municipal Budget and several ordinances. The meeting also includes decisions on municipal salaries, police chief testing, and various appointments.

• Public hearing and final adoption of the 2022 Municipal Budget
• Adoption of Ordinance 2022-03 amending tax exemption for Block 21, lot 18.02
• Adoption of Ordinance 2022-06 regarding 2022 Capital appropriations
• Motion to approve Fire Department purchase over $7500
• Approval of Special Event Permits for Czig Meister Brewing Co., Hackettstown BID, and Elks Lodge

The Hackettstown Town Council adopted the 2022 Municipal Budget, approved several ordinances including amendments to the five-year tax exemption chapter and a long-term tax exemption agreement with Jade Hackettstown Associates Urban Renewal LLC, and passed a resolution setting 2022 salaries for town employees. The council also approved various purchases, appointments, and special event licenses.

• Adopted 2022 Municipal Budget (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance #2022-03 amending Chapter 18 (Five-Year Tax Exemptions) (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance #2022-04 authorizing long-term tax exemption agreement with Jade Hackettstown Associates Urban Renewal LLC (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance #2022-05 amending Chapter 11 (Health and Sanitation) (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance #2022-06 appropriating $637,800 for capital improvements (5-0)
• Adopted resolution establishing 2022 salaries for town positions (5-0)
• Approved Fire Department radio purchase from Spectrum Communications for $77,363.84 (5-0)
• Approved check registers #2022-08 ($2,095,061.43) and #2022-09 ($1,848,827.97) (5-0)

Land Use Board

The April 26, 2022 meeting includes reviews of several pending applications. The agenda lists items regarding Fleet Maintenance LLC, New Jersey Detox Center, LLC, and Route 57, LLC.

• Application 21-18-Performance Fleet Maintenance LLC
• Application 22-03-New Jersey Detox Center, LLC
• Application 22-04-7 Route 57, LLC

The Hackettstown Land Use Board approved resolutions for three applications, including a minor site plan and use variances, and deemed two applications complete for further review. The board also accepted waiver requests for one application but deemed it incomplete, and continued a public hearing to May 24, 2022.

• Approved resolution for Application #22-02 (Joshua Larredola, 513 First Avenue) (6-0-3)
• Approved resolution for Application #21-16 (Sal Toscana, 217-221 Main Street) (7-0-2)
• Approved amended resolution for Application #21-08 (G&G Church Properties, 406 Church Street) (6-0-3)
• Accepted waivers but deemed Application #22-04 (7 Route 57, LLC) incomplete (8-0)
• Deemed Application #21-18 (Performance Fleet Maintenance, LLC) complete (9-0)
• Continued public hearing for Application #21-18 to May 24, 2022

Historic Preservation Commission

There is no agenda available for this meeting of the Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission. The record directs readers to review the meeting minutes instead.

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and final adoptions for two tax exemption ordinances, introduce two new ordinances, and consider multiple resolutions and motions including hiring a Construction Official and Fire Subcode Official. The agenda also includes routine approvals for permits, taxi licenses, and refunds.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2022-03 amending 5-year tax exemption for Block 21, lot 18.02
• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2022-04 approving tax exemption and financial agreement
• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-05 amending Health and Sanitation chapter
• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-06 for 2022 capital appropriations
• Refunds of tax overpayments: $9,293.30 (B41.02, L32) and $841.27 (B101, L1)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will hold a public hearing and final adoption of a redevelopment plan for properties at Block 21, Lots 18.01 and 18.02, and consider a related redevelopment agreement. They will also introduce ordinances for tax exemptions and abatements on the same block, and vote on the 2022 municipal budget and other routine items.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2022-02 (Redevelopment Plan for Block 21, Lots 18.01/18.02)
• Resolution approving Redevelopment Agreement with Jade Hackettstown Associates Urban Renewal, LLC and Hackettstown Crossing Associates, LLC
• Introduction of ordinance amending 5-year tax exemption/abatement for Block 21, Lot 18.02
• Resolution in support of cannabis retail facility (Hackettstown Dispensary LLC)
• Recreation Department purchase order for pool chemicals ($21,642.00)

The Hackettstown Town Council adopted the Bergen Tool redevelopment plan (ordinance 2022-02) on second and final reading, and authorized entering into a redevelopment agreement with Jade Hackettstown Associates Urban Renewal, LLC and Hackettstown Crossing Associates, LLC. Both votes passed 5-1, with Councilperson Tynan voting no. The council also introduced ordinances for a five-year tax exemption amendment and a long-term tax exemption agreement with Jade Hackettstown Associates, and passed resolutions supporting a cannabis retail business at 319-320 Mountain Avenue and extending the temporary budget.

• Adopted redevelopment plan for Block 21, Lots 18.01 and 18.02 (5-1, Tynan no)
• Authorized redevelopment agreement with Jade Hackettstown Associates and Hackettstown Crossing Associates (5-1, Tynan no)
• Introduced ordinance amending Chapter 18 (Five-Year Tax Exemptions) for first reading
• Introduced ordinance authorizing long-term tax exemption agreement with Jade Hackettstown Associates
• Adopted resolution supporting cannabis retail at 319-320 Mountain Avenue (unanimous)
• Extended temporary budget and increased appropriations (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 municipal budget introduction (unanimous)
• Approved multiple purchase orders, check registers, and licenses (various votes)

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is meeting to review five applications, including a use variance for Church Street, a minor site plan with bulk variance for Toscana, an amended preliminary and final major site plan for Russo Acquisitions, and two Section 68 applications. The agenda lists these items for discussion or decision.

• Application 21-08-G: Church Street use variance
• Application 21-16: Toscana minor site plan with bulk variance
• Application 21-19: Russo Acquisitions amended preliminary and final major site plan
• Application 22-01: Estate of Mary Zellars Section 68
• Application 2022-02: Joshua Larredola Section 68

The Hackettstown Land Use Board approved resolutions for four applications: Estate of Mary Zellars (123 High Street), G&G Church Properties (406 Church Street), Russo Acquisitions (104-112 Bilby Road), and Joshua LaReddola (513 First Avenue). The board also approved Sal Toscana's minor site plan with a condition that the Board Engineer approve lighting. One application (Performance Fleet Maintenance) was deemed incomplete and postponed to April 26, 2022.

• Approved resolution for Estate of Mary Zellars at 123 High Street (6-0)
• Approved resolution for G&G Church Properties at 406 Church Street (6-0)
• Approved resolution for Russo Acquisitions at 104-112 Bilby Road (6-0)
• Approved Section 68 application for Joshua LaReddola at 513 First Avenue (6-0)
• Approved minor site plan for Sal Toscana at 217-221 Main Street with lighting condition (6-0)
• Deemed Performance Fleet Maintenance application incomplete, postponed to April 26, 2022

Mayor & Town Council

There is no agenda available for this meeting of the Hackettstown Mayor & Town Council. The record indicates that there are no items listed for discussion or decision.

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Town Council is meeting to consider several items, including final adoption of a redevelopment plan and a redevelopment agreement for properties at Block 21, Lots 18.01 and 18.02. The agenda also includes introducing ordinances for tax exemptions on those lots, resolutions supporting two cannabis retail facilities, and introducing the 2022 municipal budget. Other actions include approving a $21,642 purchase order for pool chemicals, several licenses, and a board appointment.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2022-02, a redevelopment plan for Block 21, Lots 18.01 and 18.02
• Resolution approving a redevelopment agreement with Jade Hackettstown Associates Urban Renewal, LLC and Hackettstown Crossing Associates, LLC
• Introduction of ordinances amending a 5-year tax exemption and approving a tax exemption and financial agreement for Block 21, Lot 18.02
• Resolutions in support of cannabis retail facilities for Hackettstown Dispensary LLC and Shiva's Plant LLC
• Motion to approve a Recreation Department purchase order for 2022 pool chemicals in the amount of $21,642.00

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is meeting to review multiple development applications and an ordinance. The agenda lists five applications (21-08, 21-16, 21-19, 22-01) from various property owners and companies, plus Ordinance 2022-02 for review. Supporting documents include site plans, maps, and title searches for the listed applications.

• Application 21-08: G and G Church Properties, LLC
• Application 21-08: Performance Fleet (site plan, street survey, title search)
• Application 21-16: Sal Toscana
• Application 21-19: Russo Acquisitions, LLC (county development application)
• Application 22-01: Estate of Mary Zellars

The Hackettstown Land Use Board approved the amended preliminary and final major site plan for Russo Acquisitions, LLC at 104-112 Bilby Road, allowing six four-story residential buildings with 275 apartments and 532 parking spaces, subject to conditions including fire truck access and EV-ready stalls. The board also approved Section 68 applications for 123 High Street and 406 Church Street, certifying prior non-conforming uses, and granted a use variance to expand occupancy at 406 Church Street. An extension was granted for the 301 Mountain Avenue project through June 27, 2022. The board reviewed Ordinance 2022-02 and found it consistent with the Master Plan, with recommendations.

• Approved amended preliminary and final major site plan for Russo Acquisitions, LLC (104-112 Bilby Road) with conditions.
• Approved Section 68 application for Estate of Mary Zellars (123 High Street) certifying boarding house use.
• Approved Section 68 application for G&G Properties, LLC (406 Church Street) certifying prior non-conforming use for 9 occupants and 1 operator.
• Approved use variance for G&G Properties, LLC to expand occupancy to 10 occupants plus 1 operator.
• Granted six-month extension for Application #21-20 (301 Mountain Avenue) through June 27, 2022.
• Found Ordinance 2022-02 not inconsistent with the Master Plan, with recommendations.
• Approved minutes of January 25, 2022 meeting.
• Adjourned meeting at 10:24 PM.

Historic Preservation Commission

There is no agenda available for this meeting of the Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission. The record directs readers to review the meeting minutes instead.

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission met on February 17, 2022, and approved the application (H22-01) by Robin Appeld for solar panel installation on the roof of the home at 307 Sharp Street, as presented by Russell Maryott of Vision Solar. The Commission also discussed future solar panel applications and agreed that the homeowner or person with an interest in the property must appear before the Commission for approval. Additionally, the Commission asked the Secretary to research zoning and construction requirements for solar panels. The meeting adjourned at 8:12 PM.

• Approved the application H22-01 for solar panel installation at 307 Sharp Street.
• Re-elected Paul Bardyszewski as Chairperson for 2022.
• Elected Carol McKinney as Vice Chairperson for 2022.
• Approved the minutes of the December 16, 2021 regular meeting.
• Agreed that homeowners or interested parties must appear before the Commission for approval of residential applications.
• Directed the Secretary to research zoning and construction requirements for solar panels.

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will consider several routine items, including approving meeting minutes, check registers, and licenses. They will hold a public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2022-01 (Cap Bank), and vote on resolutions for police participation in the federal 1033 program, a nepotism policy, and a fuel storage facility purchasing agreement. The agenda also includes oaths of office and a presentation on the East Avenue dam removal.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2022-01, Cap Bank Ordinance
• Resolution authorizing police participation in Defense Logistics Agency 1033 program
• Resolution adopting a nepotism policy
• Resolution for purchasing agreement for Hackettstown fuel storage facility
• Oath of office for Assistant Fire Chief Thomas Buchanan and Sergeant Edward Blas

The Hackettstown Town Council adopted an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank, and approved a five-year commodity resale agreement with the Sussex County Regional Cooperative for fuel storage and sale. The council also authorized police enrollment in the federal 1033 program, adopted a nepotism policy, approved check registers totaling over $4.2 million, and granted multiple raffle and special event licenses.

• Adopted ordinance #2022-01 to exceed budget limits and establish cap bank (6-0)
• Authorized police enrollment in 1033 program for 2022 (6-0)
• Adopted anti-nepotism policy (6-0)
• Approved fuel resale agreement with Sussex County Regional Co-op (6-0)
• Approved check register #2022-02 for $613,187.72 (6-0)
• Approved check register #2022-03 for $3,624,124.66 (6-0)
• Approved raffle licenses for Hackettstown PTA and Knights of Columbus (6-0)
• Approved special event licenses for 5K, track meet, parade, and car show (6-0)

Parking Authority

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text only states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The Hackettstown Parking Authority approved the January 10, 2022 meeting minutes and accepted treasurer reports from October 2021 through January 2022. No old business was discussed. The board discussed paying a former employee retroactively and hiring additional meter attendants, and agreed to post a public announcement about reactivating meters.

• Approved January 10, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Accepted treasurer reports for October 2021–January 2022 (all in favor)
• Agreed to pay Angel DelValle retroactively for hours worked on November 13, 2021
• Agreed to post job announcement for meter attendant (20 hrs/week at $13.00/hr)
• Agreed to post announcement via Sgt. Tynan and WRNJ about meters returning to use (date TBD)

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on three applications: a variance and site plan for 7 Route 57, an amended site plan for 301 Mountain Avenue, and an application for 304-306 Street Street. The board will also discuss further amendments to a prior resolution for G&G Church Properties and approve minutes from the June 28 meeting.

• Public hearing: Application #22-04 – 7 Route 57, LLC – 9, 7 & 13 Route 57 – variance & preliminary/final major site plan
• Public hearing: Application #22-05 – Lion Gate at Musconetcong River Urban Renewal, LLC – 301 Mountain Avenue – amended preliminary/final major site plan and bulk variance
• Public hearing: Application #22-06 – Thomas R. Cole – 304-306 Street Street
• Discussion on further amendments to Resolution #21-08 for G&G Church Properties, LLC
• Approve minutes from June 28, 2022 regular and executive sessions

The Hackettstown Land Use Board carried three applications to the August 23, 2022 meeting without requiring new notice: a multi-dwelling use at 304-306 Warren Street, a variance/site plan for 7 Route 57, LLC, and the Lion Gate at Musconetcong River site plan. The board also approved an amended resolution for G&G Church Properties to require only one deployable ladder in the attic space.

• Carried Application #22-06 (304-306 Warren Street) to August 23, 2022, no new notice (unanimous)
• Carried Application #22-04 (7 Route 57, LLC) to August 23, 2022, no new notice (unanimous)
• Carried Application #22-05 (Lion Gate at Musconetcong River) to August 23, 2022
• Approved amended resolution for G&G Church Properties to require only one deployable ladder (6-0-1)

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is meeting to review several property applications, including site plans and variance requests. The agenda lists multiple applications for consideration, including a use variance for G and G Church Properties and site plans for Performance Fleet, Russo Acquisition, and Toscana.

• G and G Church Properties use variance application
• Performance Fleet site plan application
• Russo Acquisition, LLC amended preliminary and final major site plan
• Toscana minor site plan with bulk variance
• Stone-Section 68 application

The Hackettstown Land Use Board held its annual reorganization, appointing a chairperson, vice chairperson, secretary, and professionals for 2022. It approved a resolution for Application #21-17 (Rhonda Stone) and deemed Application #21-16 (Sal Toscana) complete. A public hearing on G&G Church Properties' use variance was recessed after the applicant opted to seek a Section 68 certificate first.

• Appointed Camporini as Chairperson (7-0)
• Appointed Stead as Vice Chairperson (7-0)
• Appointed Mary Matusewicz as Secretary (7-0)
• Appointed Mennen as Board Attorney, Sterbenz as Board Engineer, Bloch as Board Planner (7-0 each)
• Approved 2022 meeting dates and official newspapers (7-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec 21, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Application #21-17 (Rhonda Stone) (6-0-1, Lambo abstained)
• Deemed Application #21-16 (Sal Toscana) complete (7-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting to review five applications for work on historic properties, including sheds, windows, a roof, and siding. They will also discuss solar panels, update guidelines, and consider expanding the historic district.

• H22-02: Thomas Hutchinson, 606 West Moore Street, shed
• H22-03: Michael Daly, 402 Grand Avenue, windows
• H22-04: Jesse Park, 616 West Moore Street, windows
• H22-05: Elizabeth Kelly, 301 Grand Avenue, roof
• H22-06: Angelo Baldacchino, 213-215 High Street, siding

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission is holding its regular meeting to appoint officers, approve prior minutes, and review an application for solar panels at 307 Sharp Street. The agenda includes old and new business, with formal action possible on the items discussed.

• Appointment of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Approval of December 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Application H22-01 by Robin Appeld for solar panels at 307 Sharp Street

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will consider a series of appointments to council committees, ad hoc committees, and various municipal boards and positions, many requiring council confirmation. They will also introduce two ordinances, including a redevelopment plan for Block 21, and vote on resolutions covering financial procedures, tax interest rates, and support for a cannabis retail facility.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-02, adopting a Redevelopment Plan for Block 21, Lots 18.01 and 18.02
• Resolution authorizing tax interest rates: 8% on first $1,500 of delinquency, 18% on excess, plus 6% penalty on arrears over $10,000
• Resolution requiring prior council approval for expenditures of $7,500 or more
• Resolution in support of a cannabis retail facility
• Resolution approving a tax appeal settlement for Block 41.02, Lot 32

The Hackettstown Town Council confirmed numerous mayoral appointments to boards and commissions, adopted resolutions on financial procedures and tax matters, and expressed support for a cannabis retail facility. It also introduced two ordinances and approved various licenses and payments.

• Confirmed appointments to Police Matrons, Crossing Guards, Fire Police, and various boards (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution supporting High Street Wellness cannabis retail facility at 811 High Street (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance #2022-01 to exceed budget appropriation limits (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance #2022-02 adopting redevelopment plan for Block 21, Lots 18.01 and 18.02 (unanimous)
• Approved tax settlement reducing assessment on Block 41.02, Lot 32 (unanimous)
• Approved $28,951.54 refund for tax sale certificate redemption (unanimous)
• Approved check registers totaling $1,682,616.32 (unanimous)
• Approved release of Quick Chek Performance Bond of $507,744.31 (unanimous)

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority meeting on January 10, 2022, has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The Hackettstown Parking Authority held a routine meeting on January 10, 2022, with all three board members present. They approved the December 6, 2021 meeting minutes and the treasurer's report, both unanimously. The board also entered executive session for about 22 minutes, but no substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 6, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer report (unanimous)

Mayor & Town Council

The Mayor and Town Council held an organizational meeting to administer oaths of office to council members and fire department officers. The Council also confirmed several professional service appointments and designated official banks for town funds.

• Appointment of Town Auditor for a 1-year term at $40,500
• Appointment of Town Prosecutor for a 1-year term at $21,000
• Appointment of Town Planner for a 1-year term at $10,000
• Appointment of Bond Counsel for a 1-year term at $5,000
• Resolution designating Fulton Bank, Valley National, Bank of America, and others as official depositories

The Hackettstown Mayor and Council held its annual reorganization meeting, confirming Mayor DiMaio's appointments for fire department leadership, town professionals, and various board members. The council also adopted resolutions for temporary appropriations, designated official banks, and approved a taxi cab driver application. All votes were unanimous among the four present council members, with two members absent.

• Confirmed Anthony Levesque as Fire Chief, Charles Scott Tillou as Deputy Fire Chief, Thomas Buchanan as 1st Assistant Fire Chief, and John Tillou as 2nd Assistant Fire Chief (4-0)
• Confirmed John Mooney as Town Auditor ($40,500), Daniel Bloch as Town Planner ($10,000), Matthew Moench as Town Prosecutor ($21,000), Chirag Mehta as Deputy Town Prosecutor, and John Draikiwicz as Bond Counsel ($5,000) (4-0)
• Confirmed Paola J. Reilly as Deputy Town Clerk/Administrator and Scott Armstrong as Certified Public Works Manager (4-0)
• Appointed Matthew Engelau as Acting Mayor for 2022 (3-0, Engelau abstained)
• Appointed Leonard Kunz as Alternate Acting Mayor for 2022 (3-0, Kunz abstained)
• Adopted resolution designating Fulton Bank, Valley National Bank, JP Morgan Chase, First Hope Bank, TD Bank, PNC Bank, and State of New Jersey Cash Management Fund as official depositories (4-0)
• Adopted resolution for temporary appropriations of $2,693,252.88 for 2022 (4-0)
• Approved taxi cab driver application for Rodolfo Robles Camacho through May 1, 2022 (4-0)