Hackettstown public meetings in 2023

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will consider routine year-end resolutions, including renewing the Statewide Insurance Fund for 2024, appointing a Risk Management Consultant and Fund Commissioner, and approving several purchase orders over $7,500. The agenda also includes resolutions to refund tax appeal overpayments, cancel various balances, and delete a property from the BID listing. Public comment is limited to three minutes.

• Resolution renewing Statewide Insurance Fund for 2024
• Resolution appointing Risk Management Consultant for 2024
• Resolution refunding tax appeal overpayments for 2022 and 2023 taxes
• Motion to approve Purchase Order over $7,500.00 (Elite Vehicle Solutions)
• Motion to approve Purchase Order over $7,500.00 (Firefighter One)

Historic Preservation Commission

This meeting 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 for this meeting.

• No agenda items listed

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will hold public hearings for several ordinances, including new lead paint inspection processes and salt storage regulations. The meeting also includes votes on the 2024 bid budget and various municipal contracts and appointments.

• Ordinance 2023-08: Lead paint inspection process for residential units
• Ordinance 2023-11: 2024 Bid Budget
• Ordinance 2023-12: Privately Owned Salt Storage regulations
• Ordinance 2023-15: Business liability and annual registration requirements
• Discussion on amending Cannabis Retail Ordinance for drive-thru access

Land Use Board

The Land Use Board will review several extension requests and a site plan amendment. The board will also hold a public hearing and determine the completeness of a new application for 3 Park Avenue and 798 Willow Grove Street.

• Extension request for Allentown SMSA LLP at 100 Bilby Road
• Time extension for LCTW, LLC site plan and bulk variance
• Time extension for ST FRA Willow Grove at 999 Willow Grove Street
• Amended site plan application for Frank Czigler at 106 Valentine Street
• Completeness review for HOTS, Inc. at 3 Park Avenue & 798 Willow Grove Street

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is meeting to approve minutes and treasurer reports, and to conduct new business including signing a lease for Lot #2, discussing the 2024 budget, and adopting a 2024 meeting resolution. Old business includes Lot #2 striping. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• Signing of lease for Lot #2
• 2024 Budget discussion
• 2024 Meeting Resolution
• Lot #2 striping (old business)
• Approval of November 2023 minutes and October & November treasurer reports

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is meeting to consider an amended site plan and a revised application from Czig Meister. The agenda contains only these two application items and no other business.

• Amended site plan review
• Czig Meister revised application

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will introduce two ordinances: one amending business liability and annual registration requirements, and another amending the traffic and parking schedule. The agenda also includes several resolutions for utility refunds, a DPW maintenance charge amendment, and motions for permits and appointments. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2023-15 amending business liability and annual registration requirements
• Introduction of Ordinance 2023-16 amending Schedule I of Chapter 13 (Traffic and Parking)
• Resolutions refunding utility payments (multiple block/lot references)
• Motion to approve Coin Toss permit (First Aid Squad)
• Motion to approve 2 Special Event permits (High Street Dispensary)

Historic Preservation Commission

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

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Town Council will introduce several ordinances, including a lead paint inspection process for residential units, a 2024 budget, regulations for privately owned salt storage, and a certificate of continuing occupancy requirement. The council will also vote on resolutions and motions, including settlements on tax appeals, budget transfers, and payments for the Grand Avenue Improvement Project.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2023-08: lead paint inspection for residential units
• Introduction of Ordinance 2023-11: 2024 Bid Budget
• Introduction of Ordinance 2023-12: privately owned salt storage regulations
• Introduction of Ordinance 2023-13: certificate of continuing occupancy for residential and commercial properties
• Motions to approve change orders and final payments for Grand Ave Improvement Project (Tilcon, Nava Construction, Denville Lines, Road Safety Systems)

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of the October minutes and treasurer's report, followed by discussion of metered time limit enforcement and an update on the Lot #2 lease. No votes on these items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of October 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of October 2023 treasurer's report
• Discussion of metered time limit enforcement
• Update on Lot #2 lease status

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is meeting to review site plan and architectural applications, including those from Czig Meister and Jiffy Lube. The agenda lists these items for discussion or decision, with supporting documents available. No other substantive items are listed.

• Czig Meister application review
• Jiffy Lube application and architectural plans review
• Site plan review

Historic Preservation Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for public notice.

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will vote on several resolutions and motions, including establishing a 2023 clothing allowance for the Fire Department, authorizing indemnification of Police Chief Aaron Perkins, and refunding a utility payment to HMUA. They will also discuss the 2024 BID budget and consider renewing the Comcast franchise agreement, approving a shared service agreement for ACO services, and approving a purchase order over $7,500 for Firefighter One.

• Resolution establishing 2023 clothing allowance for Fire Department
• Resolution authorizing indemnification of Police Chief Aaron Perkins
• Resolution refunding utility payment to HMUA (B112 L9)
• Discussion of 2024 BID budget
• Motion to approve renewal of Comcast franchise agreement

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: approving the September 2023 meeting minutes and treasurer's report, with no new or old business listed. The meeting will also include committee reports and a possible executive session.

• Approval of September 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 2023 treasurer's report
• No new business
• No old business
• Next meeting scheduled for November 6, 2023

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is meeting to consider several land use applications, including a preliminary/final major site plan with a bulk variance for Jiffy Lube at 213 Mountain Avenue and a use variance for LTCW, LLC at 300 Mountain Avenue. The board will also review an interpretation request for 269 Main Street and an amended site plan for 237 Main Street, along with approving the August minutes.

• Public hearing: Jiffy Lube International, Inc. – 213 Mountain Avenue – Preliminary Major Site Plan/Final Major Site Plan/Bulk Variance
• Public hearing: LTCW, LLC – 300 Mountain Avenue – Use Variance
• Interpretation: Main Street Hospitality and Events, LLC – 269 Main Street
• Resolution: 237 Main Hack, LLC – 237 Main Street – Amended Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan
• Approve August 22, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission meeting on September 21, 2023, has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final adoption of an ordinance amending salaries and benefits for town officers and employees. They will also vote on a developer's agreement with Hackettstown Crossings Associates LLC, several resolutions, and various permits and appointments.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ord 23-09, amending salaries and benefits for town officers and employees
• Resolution of support for GTI, NJ
• Resolution refunding tax overpayment for B124, L13
• Resolution cancelling partial taxes for a totally disabled veteran (B119, L1.09)
• Motion to approve Developer's Agreement with Hackettstown Crossings Associates LLC

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and the treasurer's report, followed by new business on Washington Street parking meters and an audit, and old business regarding the Lot #2 lease. No votes or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Discussion of Washington Street parking meters
• Audit discussion
• Lot #2 lease update
• Approval of August 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of August 2023 treasurer's report

The Board approved the August 2023 meeting minutes, Executive Session minutes, and the August treasurer report. Members discussed a new lease for Lot #2 and parking meters on Washington Street.

• Approved August 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved August 2023 Executive Session meeting minutes
• Approved August treasurer report

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is meeting to approve minutes, review application completeness, and hold public hearings on several development applications. The board will consider a use variance for 300 Mountain Avenue and an amended site plan for 237 Main Street, while the Jiffy Lube application is carried to the next meeting.

• Approve July 25, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Completeness review for Application #23-11 (237 Main Hack, LLC) at 237 Main Street
• Public hearing for Application #23-10 (LTCW, LLC) – Use Variance at 300 Mountain Avenue
• Public hearing for Application #23-11 (237 Main Hack, LLC) – Amended Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan at 237 Main Street
• Application #23-09 (Jiffy Lube) at 213 Mountain Avenue carried to September 26, 2023

The Board approved an amended site plan for 237 Main Street to add a two-bedroom unit, subject to fire safety and parking conditions. Additionally, the Board removed a cross easement requirement for Hackettstown Crossing Associates, LLC and granted a temporary waiver for Warren County Planning Board approval to begin development.

• Approved amended site plan for 237 Main Street to add one story/two-bedroom unit (6-2)
• Approved July 25, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0-3)
• Deemed Application #23-11 (237 Main Street) complete (9-0-0)
• Carried Application #23-10 (300 Mountain Avenue) to September 26, 2023 (9-0-0)
• Struck cross easement condition with CVS from Hackettstown Crossing Associates, LLC resolution (9-0-0)
• Approved temporary waiver for Warren County Planning Board approval for Hackettstown Crossing Associates, LLC (9-0-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

The commission approved applications for a sign installation at 109 Grand Avenue and a porch installation at 308 High Street. The minutes from the July 20, 2023 meeting were also approved.

• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved application H23-08 for vinyl/metal sign at 109 Grand Avenue
• Approved application H23-09 for porch and rails at 308 High Street

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Town Council is holding its regular meeting on August 10, 2023. They will vote on a public hearing for an ordinance allowing non-residents to join the fire department, introduce a salary ordinance, and approve several resolutions and purchase orders, including security cameras and a firehouse roof replacement. They will also consider hiring two part-time employees and approving licenses for special events.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ord 23-10, allowing non-residents in the Fire Department
• Introduction of Ord 23-09, amending salaries and benefits for town officers and employees
• Resolution extending the third quarter property tax due date
• Purchase orders over $7,500: APS Security Cameras, White Rock Corp Firehouse Roof Replacement, Blaze Emergency Equipment FD Extrication tool
• Hiring Linda Wheaton as part-time Police Clerk at $18.04/hour and Camilo Ocampo Pelaez as crossing guard at $33/hour

The Town Council adopted an ordinance permitting non-residents to serve as active fire department members. The council also approved several municipal purchases, including fire equipment and security cameras, and authorized new personnel hires.

• Adopted ordinance #2023-10 authorizing non-residents to be active members of the fire department (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance #2023-09 to amend salaries and benefits of certain town employees (5-0)
• Approved $41,126.00 for security camera systems from American Protective Systems, Inc. (5-1)
• Approved Miller Street Firehouse roof replacement from White Rock Corp. for $75,200.00 (flat) and $40,098.00 (pitched) (6-0)
• Approved $14,991.00 for a Fire Department Extrication Tool from Blaze Emergency Equipment Co. (6-0)
• Hired Linda Wheaton as part-time Police Clerk at $18.04 per hour (6-0)
• Hired Camilo Ocampo Pelaez as crossing guard at $33.00 per hour (6-0)
• Approved special event license for Oktoberfest on Sept 29-Oct 1, charging $7,200.00 in Town costs (6-0)

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes and treasurer reports, and to discuss new business regarding Lot 2. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the only substantive item being the discussion of Lot 2 under new business.

• Approval of June & July 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of July 24 Special Meeting minutes
• Approval of June & July 2023 treasurer reports
• Discussion of Lot 2 under new business

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board will hold its regular meeting to consider several land use applications, including site plans and variances. The board will vote on resolutions for three applications and determine completeness for three others, with public hearings and comments scheduled.

• Resolution: Guy Swackhamer, 434-436 Sharp Street, Section 68
• Resolution: ST FRA Stiger, LLC, 305 Stiger Street, Amended Preliminary Major Site Plan
• Resolution: Jason B. Forest, 310 Grand Avenue, Bulk Variance
• Completeness: 300 Ashley Ave., LLC, 300 Ashley Avenue, Use Variance
• Completeness: Jiffy Lube International, Inc., 213 Mountain Avenue, Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan and Bulk Variance

The Board approved resolutions for three separate applications and ruled on the completeness of three others. One application for a use variance was deemed incomplete, while two others were deemed complete following the granting of waivers.

• Approved resolution for Application #23-07 (Guy Swackhamer, 434-436 Sharp Street) (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Application #23-05 (ST FRA Stiger, LLC, 305 Stiger Street) (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Application #23-06 (Jason B. Forest, 310 Grand Avenue) (7-0)
• Deemed Application #23-08 (300 Ashley Ave., LLC) incomplete due to lack of Highlands Council consistency determination (7-0)
• Granted waivers and deemed Application #23-09 (Jiffy Lube International, Inc., 213 Mountain Avenue) complete (7-0)
• Granted waivers and deemed Application #23-10 (LTCW, LLC, 300 Mountain Avenue) complete (7-0)
• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Common Council will hold a special teleconference meeting on July 23, 2020, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes approving minutes, awarding a contract for the East Prospect Street Improvement project, approving two contracts with Maser Consulting for Affordable Housing Services, and approving check register #2020-13. Public comments will be accepted during the meeting.

• Resolution to award contract for East Prospect Street Improvement project
• Contract with Maser Consulting for Affordable Housing Services – Mandatory Midpoint Review
• Contract with Maser Consulting for Affordable Housing Services – Conditions of Compliance
• Motion to approve check register #2020-13
• Motion to approve minutes of July 9, 2020 regular session

Historic Preservation Commission

This meeting has no agenda available; only minutes are referenced for review. It is procedural boilerplate with no items to report.

The Commission approved applications for exterior renovations at 620 Madison Street and 111 Mill Street. The board also approved the minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting.

• Approved minutes of the April 20, 2023 meeting
• Approved Application #H23-06 for 620 Madison Street to install vinyl siding, vinyl windows, aluminum gutters, vinyl-wrapped porch columns, and paint or vinyl siding for the garage
• Approved Application #23-07 for 111 Mill Street to install soffits and half round yankee gutters, repair a side porch into a vestibule, install asphalt shingles, and renovate the garage into a carriage house

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 Town Council approved contracts for milling, paving, and striping work on Grand Avenue between Second Avenue and the Mansfield Township Municipal Boundary. The project utilizes FY 2023 municipal aid grant funds from the Transportation Trust Fund.

• Approved contract to Tilcon, Inc. for HMA milling and surface course totaling $209,159 (4-0)
• Approved contract to Denville Line Painting Inc. for traffic stripes and markings totaling $6,452.15 (4-0)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will hold public hearings and final adoptions for two ordinances establishing annual registration and liability insurance requirements for businesses and landlords. They will also introduce an ordinance to allow non-residents to join the Fire Department, and consider several resolutions including tax refunds, a grant for the Madison Street Improvement project, and awarding contracts for the Grand Avenue Improvement Project. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes, licenses, and permits.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ord 23-06 (business registration and insurance) and Ord 23-07 (landlord registration and insurance)
• Introduction of Ord 23-10 to allow non-residents as active Fire Department members
• Tax refunds: $2,047.34 (B119 L8), $3,031.44 (B119 19.19), $19,491.42 (B44 L3.02)
• Resolution to submit grant application to NJDOT for Madison Street Improvement project
• Rejecting bids for Grand Avenue Improvement Phase 1 and awarding contracts for Phase 2

The Council passed ordinances requiring annual registration and liability insurance for local businesses and landlords. The body also awarded a contract for curb and sidewalk work on Grand Avenue and approved a grant application for Madison Street improvements.

• Approved ordinance #2023-06 for business registration and liability insurance (5-1)
• Approved ordinance #2023-07 for landlord registration and liability insurance (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance #2023-10 to allow non-residents in the fire department (6-0)
• Approved $123,223.75 contract to Nava Construction LLC for Grand Avenue curb and sidewalk work (6-0)
• Approved grant application for Madison Street Improvement project (6-0)
• Authorized tax refunds totaling $2,047.34, $3,031.44, and $19,491.42 (various votes)
• Approved $3,353.00 Statewide Insurance Risk Grant (6-0)
• Amended Tax Collector/Tax Search Officer salary to $77,759 (6-0)

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is meeting to approve June minutes and treasurer's report, and to discuss new business including a possible increase in meter parking rates, salaries, Lot 2, and an employee resignation. The agenda is otherwise routine with committee reports and an executive session.

• Increase of meter parking
• Salaries
• Lot 2
• Resignation of employee

The board discussed the re-sealing, re-striping, and lease terms for Lot #2 with the Berkowitz family. No formal votes were taken on these items; the board is awaiting written terms from the family for future discussion.

• Tabled approval of minutes to 8/7 meeting
• Tabled approval of Treasurer Report to 8/7 meeting

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is meeting to approve minutes, consider an amendment to a site plan approval for Russo HT Urban Renewal on Bilby Road, and hold public hearings on three applications: a Section 68 matter at 434-436 Sharp Street, an amended preliminary major site plan at 305 Stiger Street, and a bulk variance at 310 Grand Avenue. The board will also take public comment and address new business.

• Amendment of site plan approval for Russo HT Urban Renewal, LLC, Bilby Road, Block 45, Lots 1.01 & 2
• Public hearing: Application #23-07, Guy Swackhamer, 434-436 Sharp Street, Block 52, Lot 1, Section 68
• Public hearing: Application #23-05, ST FRA Stiger, LLC, 305 Stiger Street, Block 41, Lot 23, Amended Preliminary Major Site Plan
• Public hearing: Application #23-06, Jason B. Forest, 310 Grand Avenue, Block 86, Lot 7, Bulk Variance

The Board approved a site plan for a parking lot and associated variances at 305 Stiger Street. It also granted a bulk variance for an attic expansion at 310 Grand Avenue and approved a Section 68 application for 434-436 Sharp Street. Additionally, the Board amended a resolution to allow limited construction at Bilby Road.

• Approved amendment to Condition N of Resolution #R21-08 for limited construction at Bilby Road (10-0)
• Approved Section 68 application for 434-436 Sharp Street (9-0)
• Approved site plan for 35-space parking lot and bulk variances for 305 Stiger Street (10-0)
• Approved bulk variance for attic expansion at 310 Grand Avenue (10-0)
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0-2)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Town Council is meeting to hold public hearings and adopt two ordinances: one adjusting employee salaries and benefits, and another appropriating $587,000 for capital improvements. The council will also introduce ordinances establishing registration and insurance requirements for businesses and landlords, and vote on several resolutions and motions, including hiring two police officers.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ord 2023-05, appropriating $587,000 for capital improvements
• Introduction of Ord 23-06, establishing annual registration and liability insurance requirements for businesses
• Introduction of Ord 23-07, establishing liability insurance and annual registration requirements for landlords
• Resolution approving 2023 salaries
• Motion to hire two police officers at a Step 1 salary of $56,157.40 each

The Council adopted ordinances to update employee salaries and allocate $587,000 for capital improvements. They also approved several grant applications and renewed alcoholic beverage licenses for multiple local establishments.

• Adopted ordinance #2023-04 amending salaries and benefits for certain officers and employees (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance #2023-05 appropriating $587,000 for capital improvements (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance #2023-06 regarding business registration and liability insurance (3-2)
• Introduced ordinance #2023-07 regarding landlord registration and liability insurance (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 Lead Grant Assistance Program (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 Stormwater Assistance Grant (5-0)
• Approved $192,000 American Rescue Plan Funds for Emergency Services Equipment (5-0)
• Approved 2023/2024 Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for several establishments (5-0)

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will vote to approve the May 2023 meeting minutes and treasurer's report, and will discuss a new business item regarding the BID Adopt a Planter program. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as the flag salute, public comment, and committee reports, followed by an executive session and adjournment.

• Approval of May 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of May 2023 treasurer report
• Discussion of BID Adopt a Planter program
• Next meeting scheduled for July 10, 2023

The Parking Authority approved the minutes from the May meeting and the May treasurer report. The board discussed obtaining three quotes to reseal and restripe leased spots at Lot #2.

• Approved May meeting minutes
• Approved May treasurer report

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will consider introducing two ordinances establishing annual registration and liability insurance requirements for businesses and landlords. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including a lead-based paint grant agreement and a developer's agreement for the Lion Gate at Musconetcong River project.

• Introduction of Ord 23-06: annual registration and liability insurance for businesses
• Introduction of Ord 23-07: annual registration and liability insurance for landlords
• Resolution authorizing Mayor to sign Lead Based Paint Grant Agreement
• Motion to approve Developer's Agreement with Lion Gate at Musconetcong River Urban Renewal LLC
• Motion to approve Limited Brewery Off-Premises Event (Czig Meister)

Land Use Board

The Board approved four resolutions for various property applications and granted two amendments for existing projects. Additionally, two new applications were deemed complete and granted waivers to proceed.

• Approved Resolution of Approval for 918 Grand Avenue (5-0-3)
• Approved Resolution of Approval for 81 Watch Hill Road (6-0-2)
• Approved Resolution of Approval for 111 Mill Street (6-0-2)
• Approved Resolution of Approval for 200 Grand Avenue (5-0-2)
• Approved amendment for Czig Meister Brewing to align event limits with NJ ABC permits (6-0-2)
• Approved amendment for 301 Mountain Avenue to allow site grading and foundation removal (8-0-0)
• Deemed application for 305 Stiger Street complete and granted waivers (8-0-0)
• Deemed application for 310 Grand Avenue complete and granted waivers (8-0-0)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will hold public hearings and final adoption of the 2023 municipal budget and an ordinance to extinguish a drainage easement. They will also introduce ordinances on officer salaries and $587,000 in capital improvements, and vote on cannabis retail license renewals, new hires, taxi licenses, and special event permits.

• Public hearing and final adoption of 2023 Municipal Budget
• Final adoption of Ord 23-03 to extinguish a 15' drainage easement on Block 21, Lot 18.03
• Introduction of Ord 2023-05 appropriating $587,000 for capital improvements
• Renewal of Cannabis Class 5 Retail licenses for High Street Wellness LLC and Hackettstown Dispensary LLC
• Hire Lucas Smith as Laborer/Driver for DPW at $20.00/hour, effective June 15, 2023

The Town Council adopted the 2023 Municipal Budget and passed an ordinance to extinguish a drainage easement at Block 21, Lot 18.03. Council also introduced ordinances to amend employee salaries and appropriate $587,000 for capital improvements.

• Adopted 2023 Municipal Budget (6-0)
• Approved ordinance #2023-03 to extinguish drainage easement at Block 21, Lot 18.03 (5-1)
• Introduced ordinance #2023-04 to amend officer and employee salaries (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance #2023-05 appropriating $587,000 for capital improvements (6-0)
• Approved $2,054.50 tax refund for disabled veteran Joseph Galka (6-0)
• Approved Cannabis Class 5 Retail renewal licenses for Hackettstown Dispensary, LLC and High Street Wellness, LLC (6-0)
• Hired Lucas Smith as DPW Laborer/Driver at $20.00 per hour (6-0)
• Approved check registers #23-08 ($492,916.18) and #23-09 ($3,583,837.81) (6-0)

Land Use Board

The Board approved three resolutions for previous applications and granted three new approvals for a two-family home designation, a residential fence variance, and a commercial parking lot expansion.

• Approved Resolution for 106 Valentine Street (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution for 93-95 Main Street (9-0)
• Approved Resolution for 237 Main Street (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Section 68 application for 918 Grand Avenue (8-0)
• Approved C-Variance for 6-foot fence at 81 Watch Hill Road (9-0)
• Approved minor site plan and bulk variance for 111 Mill Street (9-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission approved an application for tempered glass picture windows at 227 Main Street. A proposal for a mural at 144 Main Street was approved in principle, pending a finalized design.

• Approved installation of tempered glass picture windows at 227 Main Street (4-0)
• Approved the notion of a mural at 144 Main Street conditioned on a finalized design (2-2)
• Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Council will introduce the 2023 municipal budget and extend the temporary budget, appoint Aaron Perkins as Police Chief, and hold a public hearing on a Comcast renewal agreement. The agenda also includes several resolutions, ordinance introductions, and approvals for taxi licenses and special event permits.

• Introduction of 2023 Municipal Budget
• Public hearing on Comcast Renewal Agreement
• Ordinance 23-03 to extinguish a 15-foot drainage easement (Block 21, Lot 18.03)
• Resolution appointing Aaron Perkins as Police Chief
• Resolution authorizing lien redemption (B88 L11)

The Mayor and Council appointed Aaron Perkins as Police Chief and introduced the 2023 Municipal Budget. The council also extended the temporary budget and approved several professional service contracts and business licenses.

• Appointed Aaron Perkins as Police Chief with a base salary of $139,444.00 (4-0)
• Introduced the 2023 Municipal Budget (4-0)
• Extended the 2023 temporary budget (4-0)
• Approved contract with Connell Foley for cannabis licensing legal counsel at $225/hour (4-0)
• Approved $76,878.99 payment to US Bank Cust for Tower DB X for municipal lien redemption (4-0)
• Approved check register #2023-7 for $3,023,261.36 (4-0)
• Approved DPW purchase order for Trend Landscaping for $8,910.00 (4-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance #2023-03 to extinguish a drainage easement at Block 21, Lot 18.03 (3-1)

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority approved the meeting minutes and treasurer report from March. The board discussed light fixtures, resealing, and restriping for Lot #2. New board member Nicholas Cash was welcomed.

• Approved March meeting minutes (All in favor, 1 abstention)
• Approved March treasurer report (All in favor)

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board will hold a regular meeting to consider several land use applications. The board will vote on the minutes from the February 28, 2023 meeting and a resolution for a major site plan with variances at 106 Valentine Street. They will also review the completeness of three applications, hold public hearings on three other applications, and take public comment.

• Resolution for Application #22-09 (Frank Czigler) at 106 Valentine Street: Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan, Use Variance, Bulk Variance
• Completeness review for Application #23-01 (237 Main Hack LLC) at 237 Main Street: Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan, Use Variance, Bulk Variance
• Completeness review for Application #22-03 (Robert Colucco) at 81 Watch Hill Road: Minor Site Plan, Bulk Variance
• Completeness review for Application #23-04 (Karoun Holdings, LLC) at 200 Grand Avenue: Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan
• Public hearings for Applications #23-02 (918 Grand Avenue), #22-13 (93-95 Main Street), and #23-01 (237 Main Street)

The Board approved two mixed-use projects on Main Street, including a Dunkin' restaurant and apartment complex. Two other applications were deemed complete, and one public hearing was carried over to April.

• Approved Hackettstown Crossings, LLC site plan for Dunkin' restaurant and mixed-use building (7-0)
• Approved 237 Main Hack, LLC mixed-use building with D1 and C Bulk variances (6-0)
• Deemed 237 Main Street application complete (6-0)
• Deemed 81 Watch Hill Road application complete (7-0)
• Deemed 200 Grand Avenue application complete with waivers (6-0)
• Tabled resolution for 106 Valentine Street until April 25, 2023
• Carried 918 Grand Avenue application to April 25, 2023
• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will meet to consider several routine administrative and licensing items, including appointing special counsel, approving purchase orders over $7,500, and issuing various event permits. The agenda also includes a possible executive session and public comment.

• Resolution appointing Special Counsel
• Approval of 2 Purchase Orders over $7,500.00
• Approval of check register 23-06
• Approval of ABC Limited Brewery Off-Premises Event (CzigMeister)
• Approval of Special Event Permits: Town Wide Yard Sale, Latino Conservation Day, Free Fishing Day

The Mayor and Council authorized a contract for special legal representation and approved several purchase orders, including a police vehicle lease. The body also approved multiple raffle licenses and special event permits for community activities.

• Approved contract with Inglesino, Webster, Wyciskala & Taylor, LLC for special legal counsel at $225.00 per hour (5-0)
• Approved $56,613.80 purchase order for 2023 Dodge Durango police vehicle lease from Nielsen of Morristown (5-0)
• Approved $12,470.00 purchase order for trees from Site One Landscape Supply (5-0)
• Approved check register #23-06 for $665,848.77 (5-0)
• Approved ABC Limited Brewery Off Premises Event permit for Czig Meister Brewing, LLC for April 22, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved raffle licenses #1286, #1287, and #1288 for Hackettstown Rotary Foundation, New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet, and The House of the Good Shepherd (5-0)
• Approved special event license for Townwide Yard Sale on April 29-30, 2023, waiving the $50.00 fee (5-0)
• Approved special event licenses for PEACENJ Latino Conservation Week Celebration and Free Fishing Day, waiving $50.00 fees (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission meeting on March 16, 2023, has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Historic Preservation Commission approved an application for exterior modifications at 106 E. Moore Street. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 16, 2023 meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 16, 2023 meeting (3-0-1)
• Approved Application #H23-03 for acrylic blade sign, spotlight, awning, and upper floor window changes at 106 E. Moore Street (4-0-0)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor & Town Council will confirm Aaron Perkins as Police Chief and approve the extension of the 2023 temporary budget. The agenda includes resolutions for tax overpayment refunds, lien redemptions, and budget transfers. The body will also approve special event permits for local car shows and community celebrations.

• Confirmation of Aaron Perkins as Police Chief
• Resolution extending the 2023 temporary budget
• Resolution for refunding tax overpayment, B125 L9
• Resolution authorizing lien redemption, B21 L27
• Approval of Special Event Permits including Hometown Holiday Celebration

The Mayor and Council confirmed the appointment of Aaron Perkins as Police Chief and denied a request to allow an e-scooter business in town. The body also approved several special event licenses, tax refunds, and a temporary budget extension.

• Confirmed appointment of Aaron Perkins as Police Chief (5-0)
• Denied request to allow e-scooter business in town (4-1)
• Approved $103,393.47 tax refund for 215-225 Mountain Ave (4-1)
• Approved release of $389,902.31 performance bond to Mars Incorporated (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Extended 2023 temporary budget and increased appropriations (5-0)
• Approved $101,663.17 and $2,962.64 municipal lien redemptions (5-0)
• Approved multiple special event licenses including Czig Meister 90’s Block Party and Hometown Holiday (5-0)
• Appointed Nicholas Cash to Parking Authority (4-0, 1 abstain)

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will vote on the February meeting minutes and treasurer's report, and discuss new business including battery recycling, a new board member, and Lot #2 striping and permit parking. Old business includes the Lot #2 alley. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major contracts or rezonings on the agenda.

• Approval of February 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of February 2023 treasurer's report
• Discussion of Lot #2 striping
• Discussion of Lot #2 map and permit parking
• Discussion of Lot #2 alley

The Board approved the purchase of a battery box from Call 2 Recycle. Members discussed reorganizing permit parking and re-striping at Lot #2. The Board agreed to revisit the Lot #2 lease in January 2024.

• Approved February meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved February treasurer report (5-0)
• Approved purchase of battery box from Call 2 Recycle
• Agreed to revisit Lot #2 lease in January 2024

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, act on two variance applications, and review completeness of three new applications. Public hearings are scheduled for a major site plan at 106 Valentine Street and a subdivision/site plan at 93-95 Main Street.

• Application #22-11: Bulk variance for 107 Countryside Lane (Huseinovic)
• Application #22-12: Use variance for 224-226 Franklin Street (Rojas & Carangui)
• Application #22-13: Minor subdivision and amended site plans for 93-95 Main Street (Hackettstown Crossings)
• Application #22-14: Minor site plan and bulk variance for 111 Mill Street (Ghalieh Holding)
• Application #23-01: Preliminary/final site plan, use and bulk variances for 237 Main Street (237 Main Hack LLC)

The Board approved a site plan for Czigmeister Brewing with specific restrictions on music and seating. Two other applications were deemed complete, while one was deemed incomplete. A mixed-use development proposal for Hackettstown Crossing was continued to the March meeting.

• Approved Czigmeister Brewing site plan with conditions on music, seating, and storage (8-0)
• Approved Resolution of Approval for 107 Countryside Lane (8-0-1)
• Approved Resolution of Approval for 224-226 Franklin Street (7-1-1)
• Deemed 93-95 Main Street application complete (9-0-0)
• Deemed 111 Mill Street application complete (9-0-0)
• Deemed 237 Main Street application incomplete due to missing lighting plan (8-0-1)
• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes instead. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for public notice.

The Historic Preservation Commission approved two property applications for work at Washington Street and Main Street. The board also appointed its 2023 leadership and established the annual meeting and advertising schedule.

• Approved minutes from November 17, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved Application #H23-01 for red paver porch steps at 211 Washington Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Application #23-02 for an illuminated aluminum blade sign at 130 Main Street (Unanimous)
• Appointed Carol McKinney as Chairperson and Jeff Saunders as Vice Chairperson for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates from January 19 through December 21 (Unanimous)
• Approved Daily Record and NJ Herald as 2023 advertising newspapers (Unanimous)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and final adoptions for two ordinances: one establishing a cap bank and another replacing the town's flood damage prevention rules with new floodplain management regulations. The agenda also includes resolutions to cancel various fund balances, several appointments, and approvals for purchase orders, permits, and special events.

• Public Hearing and Final Adoption, Ordinance 2023-01, Cap Bank Ordinance
• Public Hearing and Final Adoption, Ordinance 2023-02, adopting new Floodplain Management Regulations
• Resolution cancelling Capital Ordinance balances
• Appointment of Gregory Chontow as Alternate Construction Official and Alternate Building Subcode Official for 2023
• Motion to hire Amber Thompson as part-time fill-in/on-call clerk to the Municipal Court at $13.00 per hour

The Council adopted ordinances to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and update floodplain management regulations. They also approved a tax settlement for Hackettstown Interstate, LLC and authorized several municipal appointments.

• Approved Ordinance #23-01 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Approved Ordinance #23-02 to adopt new Floodplain Management Regulations and flood hazard maps
• Approved tax settlement for Hackettstown Interstate, LLC (Block 125, Lots 9 and 10) totaling $103,393.47 in refunds
• Approved $17,350 purchase order for 2023 Annual Fertilizer Program from Code Green Lawn Care
• Confirmed appointment of Gregory Chontow as Alternate Construction and Building Subcode Official
• Appointed Rachel Marlowe to the Library Board of Trustees
• Approved special event license for West End Farmer’s Market (May 7 – Oct 29, 2023)
• Approved special event license for MaiFest and International Day (May 20, 2023)

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes and treasurer's report, and new business items such as a request from the BID for event parking and discussion of salaries. No decisions are noted in the agenda itself.

• Request from BID for event parking
• Salaries discussion
• Approval of January 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of January 2022 treasurer report

The Board approved the January meeting minutes and treasurer report. Members agreed to a salary increase for the parking authority attendant and designated six dates for free parking for BID special events.

• Approved January meeting minutes
• Approved January treasurer report
• Approved salary increase for parking authority attendant
• Approved free parking for BID special events on 5/20, 9/30, 10/28, 11/25, 12/1, and 12/2

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is meeting to review revised site plans and applications, including those from Czigmeister and Jade (Dunkin Donuts and mixed-use). The agenda lists these as meeting materials but provides no further details on decisions or discussions.

• Czigmeister revised site plans
• Jade Dunkin Donuts plan
• Jade mixed-use plan
• Jade site plan application

The Board appointed its 2023 chairperson, vice chairperson, clerk, and professional staff. Two variance applications for residential properties were approved, while two other applications were deemed incomplete. A brewery expansion proposal was deferred for plan revisions regarding parking and loading.

• Appointed Mr. Camporini as Chairperson and Mr. Stead as Vice Chairperson (11-0)
• Appointed Mary Matusewicz as Clerk (11-0)
• Appointed Mr. Sterbenz (Engineer), Mr. Bloch (Planner), and Mr. Zakin (Attorney) (11-0)
• Approved Resolution of Approval for Application #22-10 at 93-95 Main Street (8-0)
• Approved bulk variance for 6-foot fence at 107 Countryside Lane (10-0)
• Approved use variance for two-family residence at 224 Franklin Street (5-0)
• Deemed applications #22-13 (93-95 Main Street) and #22-14 (111 Mill Street) incomplete (11-0)
• Deferred Application #22-09 (106 Valentine Street) for revised parking and loading plans

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Council will hold their regular meeting on January 12, 2023, with a full agenda of appointments, resolutions, and ordinances. They will administer the oath to a new police officer, appoint council and ad hoc committees, and confirm numerous municipal positions. The council will also vote on resolutions setting tax delinquency interest rates, readopting the police manual, and approving expenditures, as well as introduce two ordinances and award a contract for the Grand Ave Project.

• Oath of Office to Police Officer Anthony Cossio
• Resolution setting tax delinquency interest: 8% on first $1,500, 18% on excess, plus 6% penalty on arrears over $10,000
• Introduction of Ordinance 2023-02 adopting new Floodplain Management Regulations
• Motion to award contract to Colliers Engineering for Grand Ave Project
• Resolution to apply for NJ DCA grant to repair Warren Street tennis courts

The Council confirmed multiple committee and staff appointments, including crossing guards and fire police. They approved a tax settlement for Hackettstown Interstate, LLC and awarded a $36,800 contract for the Grand Avenue Improvement Project. Two ordinances regarding budget limits and floodplain management were introduced on first reading.

• Approved tax settlement for Hackettstown Interstate, LLC (4-2)
• Awarded $36,800 Grand Avenue Improvement Project contract to Colliers Engineering (6-0)
• Approved $1.9M check register #2023-01 (6-0)
• Approved grant application for ~$215,000 to repair Warren Street tennis courts (6-0)
• Confirmed appointments for Council Committees, Police Matrons, and Crossing Guards (6-0)
• Adopted resolution requiring Council approval for expenditures of $7,500 or more (6-0)
• Approved Spring Festival license for Hackettstown BID and associated tow-away zones (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance #2023-01 (budget limits) and #2023-02 (floodplain management) on first reading (6-0)

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and the treasurer's report, followed by discussion of new and old business, specifically Church Street parking and new permit spots in Lot #2. No votes on these items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Church Street parking
• Discussion of new permit spots in Lot #2
• Approval of December 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of December 2022 treasurer report

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council are holding their annual organizational meeting to swear in newly elected council members, appoint municipal officials and professionals, and adopt routine resolutions for 2023. The agenda includes appointments with set salaries, designation of official banks, and temporary appropriations.

• Oath of office for Councilpersons Matthew Engelau and James Lambo
• Appointments: Fire Chief Anthony Levesque, Deputy Chief Bruce Tynan, and others
• Professional services contracts: Auditor $41,300, Prosecutor $22,000, Planner $10,000, Bond Counsel $5,000
• Designation of eight banks as official depositories for town funds
• Resolution for 2023 temporary appropriations

The Mayor and Council confirmed appointments for fire department leadership, professional services, and town administration. The council also approved temporary budget appropriations and designated official bank depositories for 2023.

• Confirmed Fire Chief Anthony Levesque and three assistant chiefs (4-0)
• Confirmed Town Auditor, Planner, Prosecutor, Deputy Prosecutor, and Bond Counsel (5-0)
• Approved professional service fees: Auditor $41,300, Planner $10,000, Prosecutor $22,000, Deputy Prosecutor $2,000, Bond Counsel $5,000 (5-0)
• Confirmed Mary Matusewicz as Deputy Town Clerk/Administrator and Scott Armstrong as Public Works Manager (5-0)
• Appointed Matthew Engelau as Acting Mayor and Leonard Kunz as Alternate Acting Mayor (5-0; 4-0)
• Designated Fulton, Valley National, JP Morgan Chase, First Hope, TD, PNC, and State of NJ Cash Management Fund as official depositories (5-0)
• Appointed Donald Farino as Public Defender and Gregory Gianforcaro as Deputy Public Defender (5-0)
• Approved temporary budget appropriations of $2,732,367 (5-0)