Hackettstown public meetings in 2024

Mayor & Town Council

The council will hold a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 2024-26, reallocating $883,030 to fund a fire apparatus. Numerous resolutions include renewing insurance, appointing officials, refunding taxes and a tax lien, cancelling balances, and a revote on a prior resolution. Motions cover a nutrition site lease, DPW contracts, a tree contract, and hiring a court guard.

• Public Hearing and Final Adoption of Ordinance 2024-26 reallocating $883,030 for a fire apparatus
• Resolutions refunding overpayment of 2024 taxes (B21, L18.35 and L18.20) and a tax lien certificate (#24-00159)
• Motion for a revote on a Resolution from the 12/12/2024 Council Meeting
• Resolution appointing Darren Tynan as Mayor’s Designee to the Hackettstown Film Commission retroactively to September 12, 2024
• Motion to hire Wendell Whitmore as new court guard at $142.57 per session pending background check

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board will consider resolutions for three applications, including a use variance for Centenary University at 400 Jefferson Street and a major site plan for Hacketts Realco at 230 Mountain Avenue. A public hearing will be held for Inglesia Pentecostal Unida Latinoamericana's site plan and bulk variance at 207 Warren Street. The board will also review completeness of two other applications and address code enforcement matters.

• Resolution on Application #24-14 – Keith Chambers bulk variance at 110 Ferris Place
• Resolution on Application #24-15 – Hacketts Realco preliminary/final major site plan and bulk variance at 230 Mountain Avenue
• Resolution on Application #24-16 – Centenary University use variance at 400 Jefferson Street
• Public hearing on Application #24-11 – Inglesia Pentecostal Unida Latinoamericana site plan and bulk variance at 207 Warren Street
• Completeness review of Application #24-17 – AJB & JAB, LLC amended site plans and variances at 320 Mountain Avenue

The Hackettstown Land Use Board approved resolutions for three applications: a bulk variance at 110 Ferris Place, a major site plan at 230 Mountain Avenue, and a use variance at 400 Jefferson Street. The board also deemed two applications incomplete/complete: one at 207 Warren Street was deemed incomplete pending a Highlands Consistency Determination, and one at 320 Mountain Avenue was deemed complete with waivers. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution for bulk variance at 110 Ferris Place (7-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved resolution for preliminary/final major site plan at 230 Mountain Avenue (9-0)
• Approved resolution for use variance at 400 Jefferson Street (6-0, 3 abstentions)
• Deemed application at 207 Warren Street incomplete, carried hearing to Jan 28, 2025 (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Deemed application at 320 Mountain Avenue complete with waivers (8-0)

Mayor & Town Council

The Mayor and Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on final adoption of several ordinances, including a safe parking pilot program, a prohibition on camping on public property, dog and cat license fee changes, the 2025 Business Improvement District budget, and the 2025 salary schedule for officers and employees. They will also introduce an ordinance reallocating $883,030 for a fire apparatus and consider multiple resolutions covering appointments, hires, tax refunds, and settlements.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-22 authorizing a Safe Parking Pilot Program
• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-23 prohibiting camping on public streets, sidewalks, and municipal property
• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-25 fixing 2025 salaries and benefits for certain officers and employees
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-26 reallocating $883,030 for purchase of a fire apparatus
• Resolutions to hire a police officer, two substitute crossing guards, and a DPW laborer, and to approve settlements on tax assessment appeals

Recreation Commission

The Hackettstown Recreation Commission is meeting to handle standard procedural items: approval of previous minutes, a treasurer's report on budget balances (with details in attachments), approval of bills for payment, and reports from the director and committees (Building and Grounds, Personnel, Pool, Sports). No specific policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of October 7, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report on 2024 budget balances for Salaries, Operating, Special Account, and Pool Account (details attached)
• Approval of bills for payment (see attached)
• Recreation Director's report
• Committee reports: Building and Grounds, Personnel, Pool, Sports

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding a regular meeting with only procedural items: approval of November minutes and treasurer report, and a discussion of board terms under old business. No new business or policy votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of board terms under old business

Land Use Board

The Land Use Board will hold public hearings and review applications for site plans and variances. The meeting includes discussions on projects at Mountain Avenue and Jefferson Street.

• Aldi, Inc. preliminary and final major site plan and bulk variance for 215-225 Mountain Avenue
• Hacketts Realco, LLC preliminary and final major site plan and bulk variance for 230 Mountain Avenue
• Centenary University use variance for 400 Jefferson Street
• Keith Chambers bulk variance for 110 Ferris Place
• PK Petroleum One, LLC extension of time for 17 Route 57

The Hackettstown Land Use Board approved several resolutions, including a preliminary/final major site plan for Aldi at 215-225 Mountain Avenue and a use variance for Centenary University to host Patrick High School students. The board also approved a bulk variance for a shed at 110 Ferris Place and deemed two applications complete. No applications were denied.

• Approved resolution for PK Petroleum One, LLC extension of time (10-0)
• Approved bulk variance for Saimir Frasheri at 205 Hurley Drive (7-1, 2 abstentions)
• Approved preliminary/final major site plan for Aldi, Inc. at 215-225 Mountain Avenue (9-0)
• Deemed complete application #24-15 for Hacketts Realco, LLC at 203 Mountain Avenue (10-0)
• Deemed complete application #24-16 for Centenary University at 400 Jefferson Street (8-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved bulk variance for Keith Chambers at 110 Ferris Place (9-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved preliminary/final major site plan and variances for Hacketts Realco, LLC (Team Car Wash) at 203 Mountain Avenue (10-0)
• Approved use variance for Centenary University to allow Patrick High School use (7-0, 1 abstention)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will introduce several ordinances, including a Safe Parking Pilot Program and a prohibition on camping on public streets, sidewalks, and municipal property. They will also consider resolutions for budget transfers, a shared service agreement with Warren County, and hiring two DPW laborers. The meeting includes approval of minutes, public comment, and discussion of best practices inventory.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-22: Safe Parking Pilot Program
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-23: Prohibiting camping on public streets, sidewalks, and municipal property
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-25: Fixing salaries and benefits for 2025
• Resolution authorizing shared service agreement with Warren County for public works equipment and employees
• Resolution hiring Dylan Kronyak and Tyler Paas as DPW Laborers

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Town Council is holding an emergency meeting on December 5, 2024, with a single agenda item. The council will vote on a motion to appoint Justin Ott, Larry Ott, and Michael Keating as fill-in Electrical Inspectors at a rate of $44.29 per hour, effective immediately. Formal action may be taken.

• Motion to appoint Justin Ott, Larry Ott, and Michael Keating as fill-in Electrical Inspectors at $44.29/hour, effective immediately

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review the Treasurer's report and approve bills for payment. The body will also receive reports from the Recreation Director and various committees.

• Approval of October 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of 2024 Treasurer's Report for salaries, operating expenses, special account, and pool account
• Approval of bills for payment
• Reports from Building and Grounds, Personnel, Pool, and Sports committees

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority will meet to review the audit and budget. The board is also discussing employee policies and a new hire.

• Personnel (new hire)
• Audit & Budget
• Employee Policies & Procedures
• Board Terms

Land Use Board

The Land Use Board will hold public hearings regarding site plans and variances for Aldi, Inc. and Inglesia Pentacostal Latinoamerica. The board will also review resolutions for properties on Valentine Street and Ashley Avenue.

• Public hearing: Aldi, Inc. – 215-225 Mountain Avenue (Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan/Bulk Variance)
• Public hearing: Inglesia Pentacostal Latinoamerica – 207 Warren Street (Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan/Bulk Variance)
• Public hearing: Saimir Frasheri – 205 Hurley Drive (Bulk Variance)
• Resolution: Ralph Knechel – 110 Valentine Street
• Resolution: 300 Ashley Avenue, LLC – 300 Ashley Avenue (Use Variance)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve July meeting minutes and consider a certificate of appropriateness for roof and gutter work at 124 High Street, owned by Denise Maguire. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of July 18, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• H24-04 – Denise Maguire – 124 High Street – Roof/Gutters (certificate of appropriateness)

Mayor & Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-20, which amends the time period for mowing grass over eight inches. They will also discuss the 2025 bid budget and a possible ban on roosters and regulation of chickens on residential properties. Resolutions include renewing a shared-service agreement with Mt. Olive Township for fire inspection, establishing a clothing allowance for the Fire Department, and refunding $4,536.11 in taxes to a disabled veteran. Motions cover appointments, a temporary hire, a block party, and purchase orders for recreation projects.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-20 (grass cutting time period)
• Resolution renewing shared-service agreement with Mt. Olive Township for fire official/inspection services
• Resolution refunding $4,536.11 in taxes to a disabled veteran (B22 L6)
• Motion to hire Richard O’Connor as temporary Subcode Official/Inspector at $44.29/hour
• Motion to approve purchase orders over $7,500 for recreation: tennis court milling/paving and soccer jerseys/T-shirts

Recreation Commission

This is a routine regular meeting of the Hackettstown Recreation Commission. The commission will approve minutes from the previous meeting, review the treasurer's report with budget balances, authorize payment of bills, and hear reports from the recreation director and committees on building/grounds, personnel, pool, and sports. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of September 3, 2024 regular minutes
• Treasurer’s report on budget balances for salaries, operating expenses, special account, and pool account
• Approval of bills for payment (see attached list)
• Recreation Director’s report
• Committee reports on building/grounds, personnel, pool, and sports

Parking Authority

This meeting of the Hackettstown Parking Authority consists largely of routine procedural items: approving the September 2024 meeting minutes and treasurer report, and discussing new business including personnel, audit & budget, and board terms. No specific projects, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of September 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 2024 treasurer report
• Discussion of personnel matters under new business
• Discussion of audit & budget under new business
• Discussion of board terms under new business

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board will hold public hearings on a use variance for 300 Ashley Avenue and a Section 68 matter for 110 Valentine Street. The board will also review completeness of preliminary/final major site plans and bulk variances for Aldi Inc. at 215-225 Mountain Avenue and Inglesia Pentacostal Latinoamerica at 207 Warren Street. Additionally, they will vote on minutes and resolutions, including one for Alysa DeSario at 211 Washington Street.

• Aldi Inc. – Preliminary Major Site Plan/Final Major Site Plan/Bulk Variance at 215-225 Mountain Avenue
• Use Variance for 300 Ashley Avenue, LLC at 300 Ashley Avenue
• Inglesia Pentacostal Latinoamerica – Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan and Bulk Variance at 207 Warren Street
• Resolution for Alysa DeSario – 211 Washington Street (Section 68)
• Public hearing for Ralph Knechel – 110 Valentine Street (Section 68)

The Hackettstown Land Use Board approved a Section 68 application for 110 Valentin Street, allowing the property to be recognized as a pre-1968 multi-family dwelling, and permitted the owner to pull construction permits at his own risk before the resolution is finalized. The board also approved use and bulk variances for 300 Ashley Avenue, allowing two additional units, with conditions on stormwater, design, and lighting. Additionally, the board deemed the Aldi application complete and allowed ST Fra Willow Grove to begin vertical construction at its own risk pending county approval.

• Approved Section 68 application for 110 Valentin Street (8-0)
• Allowed construction permits at applicant's own risk for 110 Valentin Street (8-0)
• Approved D2/D5 use variances and bulk variances for 300 Ashley Avenue (6-2)
• Deemed Aldi application complete for 215-225 Mountain Avenue (8-0)
• Deemed Inglesia Pentacostal Latinoamerica application incomplete (8-0)
• Allowed ST Fra Willow Grove to begin vertical construction at own risk (8-0)
• Approved minutes of August 27, 2024 meeting (7-0-1)

Mayor & Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings and final adoptions on three ordinances: granting Comcast a cable franchise, appropriating $40,000 for police locker room improvements, and regulating commercial filming on public property. They will also introduce an ordinance to shorten the time for cutting grass over 8 inches. A resolution approves the provisional hiring of a new police officer at Step 2 pay, effective October 1.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-11 granting Comcast consent to operate a cable TV and communications system
• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-17 appropriating $40,000 for police locker room improvements
• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-19 regulating commercial filming on public property
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-20 amending grass-cutting time limits for properties with grass over 8 inches
• Resolution provisionally hiring Holly Whitmore as a police officer at Step 2 rate, effective October 1

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority will meet to review the treasurer's reports for July and August 2024. The body is scheduled to discuss the audit, budget, and hiring under new business.

• Approval of July 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of July and August 2024 treasurer reports
• Discussion of Audit & Budget
• Discussion of Hiring
• Discussion of PATS

The Hackettstown Parking Authority approved the July 2024 meeting minutes and the treasurer's report for July and August, with one abstention. No substantive policy decisions were made; discussions included PATS system upgrades and a new monthly revenue monitoring procedure.

• Approved July 2024 meeting minutes (all in favor, Peter Trusio abstained)
• Accepted treasurer report for July & August (all in favor, Peter Trusio abstained)

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board will hold public hearings on a use variance application for 300 Ashley Avenue and an application at 211 Washington Street. The board will also consider resolutions for three applications by David Falzarano at addresses on Grand Avenue, Willow Grove Street, and Mountain Avenue. Additional items include approval of July minutes, financial committee report, and zoning matters.

• Approval of July 23, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Resolution for Application #24-06: David Falzarano – 311 Grand Avenue
• Resolution for Application #24-07: David Falzarano – 332-332R Willow Grove Street
• Resolution for Application #24-08: David Falzarano – 118-120 Mountain Avenue
• Public hearing for Application #23-08: 300 Ashley Avenue, LLC – use variance at 300 Ashley Avenue

Mayor & Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings and final adoptions for three ordinances: updating handicapped parking spaces, authorizing a tax abatement agreement with Jade Hackettstown Associates Urban Renewal Entity, LLC, and appropriating $883,030 for a new fire apparatus. They will also introduce an ordinance regulating commercial filming on public property. Resolutions include refunding overpaid 2024 taxes and using ARP funds for the fire truck purchase. Motions include a partial road closure for a block party, fire department membership, and brewery event licenses.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-18: $883,030 for a fire apparatus
• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-16: tax abatement agreement with Jade Hackettstown Associates
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-19 regulating commercial filming on public property
• Resolution approving ARP funding for purchase of a Pierce Pumper Fire Truck
• Motion to approve partial closure of College View Drive for a block party on September 28, 2024

Mayor & Town Council

The council will hold a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 2024-14, appropriating $120,000 for tennis court resurfacing. They will also introduce ordinances for a Comcast cable franchise (2024-11) and a $40,000 appropriation (2024-17), plus an add-on ordinance for fire apparatus (2024-18). Resolutions include hiring a code enforcement officer, purchasing a street sweeper, and awarding paving/curb contracts for Madison Street improvements. Several motions cover block parties, licenses, and a tax refund for a disabled veteran.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-14: $120,000 for resurfacing municipal tennis courts
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-11: granting Comcast consent to construct a cable TV and communications system
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a chassis mounted vacuum street sweeper
• Resolution hiring Darren Tynan as Code Enforcement Officer Trainee at $25.00/hour effective September 3, 2024
• Add-on resolution awarding contracts for paving/striping (Riverview Painting, Denville Line Painting) and curb/sidewalk (Diamond Construction) for Phase I Madison Street Improvements

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review the Treasurer's report and approve bills for payment. The body will also receive reports from the Recreation Director and committees covering building and grounds, personnel, pool, and sports.

• Approval of July 1, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of 2024 Treasurer's Report
• Approval of bills for payment
• Reports from Building and Grounds, Personnel, Pool, and Sports committees

Land Use Board

The Land Use Board will hear an affordable housing presentation from the Board Planner and Attorney. The board will also consider several applications including a bulk variance at 205 Hurley Drive and three Section 68 applications by David Falzarano on Grand Avenue, Willow Grove Street, and Mountain Avenue. Additionally, a resolution for ST Fra Willow Grove, LLC concerns soil movement and landscaping at a property.

• Affordable housing presentation by Board Planner Bloch and Board Attorney Zakin
• Application #24-09 – Saimir Frasheri – bulk variance at 205 Hurley Drive (B57, L11)
• Applications #24-06, 24-07, 24-08 – David Falzarano – Section 68 at 311 Grand Ave, 332-332R Willow Grove St, and 118-120 Mountain Ave
• Resolution for ST Fra Willow Grove, LLC – B44, L3.02 – request to clear, move soil, establish erosion controls and landscaping
• Approval of June 25, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes

Mayor & Town Council

The Council will vote on ordinances regarding lead paint inspections, stormwater management, and street amendments. The agenda also includes the introduction of funding for tennis court upgrades and redevelopment agreement amendments.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2024-10 for third-party lead paint inspections in rental units
• Introduction of $120,000 for municipal tennis court resurfacing and upgrades
• Introduction of a tax abatement agreement with Jade Hackettstown Associates Urban Renewal Entity, LLC
• Approval of a purchase order for the library roof replacement
• Amendments to stormwater control and street/sidewalk ordinances

Parking Authority

The meeting includes motions to approve May 2024 minutes and treasurer reports for May and June 2024. New business items include a planter purchase from BID, landscaping, and the owner of record for lots.

• Approval of May 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of May and June 2024 treasurer reports
• Purchase of a planter from BID
• Discussion regarding landscaping and lot ownership

Recreation Commission

The Hackettstown Recreation Commission will conduct its regular meeting on July 1, 2024. The agenda includes the approval of June minutes, review of the 2024 Treasurer’s Report, and various committee reports. No specific new projects or ordinances are listed in this agenda.

• Approval of June 3, 2024, regular minutes
• Review of 2024 Treasurer’s Report
• Approval of bills for payment
• Committee reports on Building and Grounds, Personnel, Pool, and Sports

Land Use Board

The Land Use Board will consider applications regarding site plans at 93-95 Main Street and 219-221 Franklin Street. The meeting also includes a minor site plan amendment for 223 Main Street and discussions regarding affordable housing.

• Amended Major Site Plan for 93-95 Main Street
• Application for 219-221 Franklin Street
• Minor site plan amendment for 223 Main Street
• Soil erosion and landscaping request for B44, L3.02

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will consider several ordinances, including new lead paint inspection processes for rental units and stormwater control updates. The council will also vote on various personnel hires and liquor license renewals.

• Ordinance 2024-09 to create a Code Enforcement Officer position
• Ordinance 2024-10 regarding lead paint inspections for residential rental units
• Resolution to hire Tamara Richards as Payroll Clerk at $35,000 annually
• Resolution to promote Brian Patterson to Deputy Municipal Department Head at $65,000 annually
• Approval of 10 ABC liquor license renewals

Recreation Commission

The Hackettstown Recreation Commission is holding its regular June 2024 meeting. The agenda includes public comments, approval of prior minutes, the treasurer's report, approval of bills, and reports from the recreation director and committees. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of May 6, 2024 regular minutes
• Treasurer's report for 2024 including budget balances for salaries, operating expenses, special account, and pool account
• Approval of bills for payment
• Recreation Director's report
• Committee reports: Building and Grounds, Personnel, Pool, Sports

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve meeting minutes and treasurer reports, and to discuss new business items including a planter purchase, Community Day, landscaping, and lot ownership. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items.

• Approval of May 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of May & June 2024 treasurer report
• Purchase of planter from BID
• Discussion of Community Day and landscaper
• Discussion of owner of record for lots

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is meeting on May 28, 2024, to consider the Hackettstown Crossing Associates, LLC application, with associated architectural drawings and revised plans. The agenda includes only this application and related documents, indicating a focused review of the proposal.

• Hackettstown Crossing Associates, LLC application
• Architectural drawings
• Revised plans (two versions)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission is holding its regular meeting on May 16, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes approval of the March 21, 2024 minutes and a review and possible approval of the Madison Street Improvement Project. The meeting is open to the public, and formal action may or may not be taken on any matters discussed.

• Review and possible approval of the Madison Street Improvement Project
• Approval of March 21, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Old Business and New Business items
• Public comment opportunity (Sunshine Act)

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and final adoptions on three ordinances affecting metered parking rates, sidewalk improvements, and street excavation rules, and will introduce an ordinance creating a Code Enforcement Officer position. The agenda also includes resolutions on ARP funds for emergency equipment, tax lien redemptions, a developer's agreement, and various licenses and contracts.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-03 (metered parking rates, Schedule IV)
• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-07 (sidewalk improvements)
• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-08 (street opening/excavation)
• Introduction of ordinance creating Code Enforcement Officer position
• Resolution awarding professional services contract to LEW Environmental Services for lead-based paint inspection

Recreation Commission

The Hackettstown Recreation Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes public comments, approval of the previous meeting's minutes, the treasurer's report on budget balances, approval of bills for payment, and reports from the recreation director and committees. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is primarily procedural.

• Approval of April 1, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report for 2024 covering salaries, operating expenses, special account, and pool account
• Approval of bills for payment
• Recreation Director's report
• Committee reports: Building and Grounds, Personnel, Pool, Sports

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding its regular May 6, 2024 meeting. The agenda is mostly procedural, covering approval of the April minutes and treasurer's report, with no new business listed. The only substantive item is a continuation of discussion on future plans under old business.

• Approval of April 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of April 2024 treasurer report
• Continuation of discussion of future plans
• Next meeting scheduled for June 3, 2024

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, consider resolutions for two applications, and hold public hearings on a use variance and a major site plan. The board will also discuss affordable housing and other business.

• Resolution for Application #24-01 – Diane Muenzen – 307-309 Grand Avenue
• Resolution for Application #24-02 – Sribin Corporation – 646 Washington Street
• Completeness review for Application #24-04 – Hackettstown Crossing Associates, LLC – 93-95 Main Street – Amended Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan
• Public hearing for Application #24-03 – Michael & Mary Rodriguez – 503 West Plane Street
• Public hearing for Application #23-08 – 300 Ashley Ave., LLC – 300 Ashley Avenue – Use Variance

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will hold public hearings and final adoptions for the 2024 municipal budget and several ordinances, including funding for Madison Street improvements and various capital projects. They will also introduce ordinances on metered parking rates, sidewalk improvements, and street excavation rules. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval, taxi and raffle licenses, and a discussion on the NJ State Health Benefits Plan.

• Public hearing and final adoption of the 2024 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance 2024-04: $250,000 for Madison Street Improvements
• Ordinance 2024-06: $932,500 for Various Capital Improvements
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-03: metered parking rates in Schedule IV zone
• Approval of 3 taxi licenses and a raffle license

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes and the treasurer's report, and to discuss new and old business, including lot sealing/striping and a potential meter rate increase. No final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of March 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of March 2024 treasurer report
• Discussion of sealing/striping of parking lots
• Discussion of meters and rate increase

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will hold a public hearing and possibly adopt a tabled ordinance amending the town code, and introduce a $932,500 capital improvements ordinance. They will also vote on several motions, including authorizing RFPs for lead paint inspection services, approving a purchase order over $7,500, hiring a part-time court clerk, and approving the check register. Discussion on the NJ State Health Benefits plan is also scheduled.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-03 amending Section 13-10 of the General Code
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-06 appropriating $932,500 for capital improvements
• Motion to authorize CFO to advertise RFPs for lead based paint inspection services
• Motion to approve purchase order over $7,500 (Colonial Little League)
• Motion to hire Melissa Reid as part-time on-call Municipal Court clerk at $15.13/hour

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, review applications, and discuss zoning matters. The board will consider a preliminary and final major site plan with use and bulk variances for HOTGS, Inc., a use variance for 300 Ashley Ave., and Section 68 applications for two properties. New business includes a discussion on affordable housing.

• Application #23-14 – HOTGS, Inc. – 3 Park Avenue & 798 Willow Grove Street – Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan/Use Variance/Bulk Variance
• Application #23-08 – 300 Ashley Ave., LLC – 300 Ashley Avenue – Use Variance
• Application #24-01 – Diane Muenzen – 307-309 Grand Avenue – Section 68
• Application #24-02 – Sribin Corporation – 646 Washington Street – Section 68
• New Business: Affordable Housing discussion

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hackettstown Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative items, including approving minutes, appointing officers for 2024, and setting meeting dates. The main substantive item is a review of application #24-01 for staircases, railings, porch railings, and lattice at 200 High Street. The agenda is mostly procedural, with one property review.

• Approve December 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Appoint Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2024
• Approve 2024 meeting dates and advertising newspapers (NJ Herald and Daily Record)
• Review application #24-01 by Don Osinga for staircases, railings, porch railings, and lattice at 200 High Street

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and final votes on two ordinances, including one to allow drive-through service at cannabis dispensaries. They will also introduce ordinances for $250,000 in Madison Street improvements and for updating employee salaries, and will consider a resolution to introduce the 2024 municipal budget. Several resolutions and motions are on the agenda, including property conveyance and various licenses.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-02 to permit drive-through service at cannabis dispensaries
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-04 appropriating $250,000 for Madison Street improvements
• Resolution to introduce the 2024 Municipal Budget
• Resolution authorizing conveyance of a portion of Bergen Street for the Bergen Tool Redevelopment Plan
• Motions to release or reduce performance guarantees for Hackettstown Crossings Assoc., LLC

Recreation Commission

The Hackettstown Recreation Commission is holding its regular March 2024 meeting. The agenda includes public comments, approval of the February minutes, the treasurer's report on budget balances, approval of bills for payment, and reports from the recreation director and committees.

• Approval of February 5, 2024 regular minutes
• Treasurer's report for 2024 covering salaries, operating expenses, special account, and pool account
• Approval of bills for payment
• Recreation Director's report
• Committee reports on building and grounds, personnel, pool, and sports

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding its regular March 2024 meeting. The agenda contains only procedural items: approving the February 2024 meeting minutes and treasurer's report, with no new or old business listed. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Approval of February 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of February 2024 treasurer report
• No new business
• No old business

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board will hold a public hearing on a major site plan application by HOTS, Inc. for properties at 3 Park Avenue and 798 Willow Grove Street, seeking preliminary and final approval with use and bulk variances. The board will also consider appointing a board attorney retroactive to January 23, 2024, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing on Application #23-14 – HOTS, Inc. – 3 Park Avenue & 798 Willow Grove Street – Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan, Use Variance, Bulk Variance
• Appointment of Board Attorney (retroactive to January 23, 2024)
• Approval of January 23, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will hold a public hearing and final adoption of the 2025 Cap Bank Ordinance, which sets the budget cap. They will also vote on several resolutions, including the 2025 salaries, and consider motions for professional services contracts, a PBA contract, and special event licenses.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2025-01, Cap Bank Ordinance
• Resolution 2025-26, 2025 Salaries
• Motion to award professional services contract to Colliers Engineering for 2025 Stormwater mapping
• Motion to approve Hackettstown PBA Contract expiring December 31, 2028
• Motion to approve Special Event Licenses: Memorial Day Parade, Ballet Sk & Tutu 2k run/walk, Memorial Motor Madness Car Show

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider a single resolution appointing John DiMaio to the Hackettstown Municipal Utilities Authority (HMUA) for a five-year term expiring February 1, 2029. Formal action may be taken on this appointment.

• Resolution appointing John DiMaio to HMUA, term expiring February 1, 2029

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council will hold a public hearing and final adoption for a cap bank ordinance, and introduce two ordinances, including one to permit drive-through service at cannabis dispensaries. They will also vote on resolutions for a tennis court grant application, lien redemption, and a tax appeal settlement, among other routine items.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2024-01, Cap Bank Ordinance
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-02 to permit drive-through service at cannabis dispensaries
• Resolution to apply for NJ DCA grant to repair Warren Street tennis courts
• Resolution approving settlement on tax appeal for B127, L14
• Approval of raffle licenses and special event licenses

Recreation Commission

This meeting has no agenda available; it is procedural only, with no decisions or discussions listed. Residents should review the minutes for any prior actions.

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes and treasurer's report, plus discussion of a 2024 fee increase and an accountant item. No votes on the fee increase are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of January 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of January 2024 treasurer's report
• Discussion of 2024 fee increase
• Accountant item under new business

Land Use Board

The Hackettstown Land Use Board is holding its regular meeting to handle organizational matters, approve contracts, and consider a major site plan application. The main item is a public hearing for HOTS, Inc.'s preliminary and final major site plan with use and bulk variances for properties at 3 Park Avenue and 798 Willow Grove Street. The board will also vote on a resolution for a non-fair and open contract for the Land Use Board Attorney and an extension of time for a Verizon Wireless application.

• Public hearing: Application #23-14 – HOTS, Inc. – 3 Park Avenue & 798 Willow Grove Street – Preliminary Major Site Plan/Final Major Site Plan/Use Variance/Bulk Variance
• Resolution authorizing Award of Non-Fair and Open Contract for Land Use Board Attorney
• Allentown SMSA/ALL North Hackettstown d/b/a Verizon Wireless – 100 Bilby Road – Block 45, Lot 2.01 – Extension of Time
• Approval of contracts for professional engineering and planning services
• Adoption of scheduled meeting dates and times

Recreation Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available information is the minutes, which are not included here. The commission is not deciding or discussing any listed items.

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council are meeting to make annual appointments to council committees, ad hoc committees, and various municipal positions, and to adopt routine resolutions for 2024. The agenda is largely procedural, covering appointments, certifications, and standard financial and tax policies.

• Appointments to council committees (Fire, Police, Finance, etc.) and ad hoc committees (Insurance, Personnel, etc.)
• Appointment of police matrons, crossing guards, school resource officers, and fire police
• Resolution setting expenditure approval threshold: $7,500 or more requires Council approval; purchase orders over $500 require Clerk approval
• Resolution authorizing tax delinquency interest rates (8% on first $1,500, 18% on excess, plus 6% penalty on arrears over $10,000)
• Introduction of Ordinance 2024-01, Cap Bank Ordinance

Parking Authority

The Hackettstown Parking Authority is meeting to handle routine approvals and discuss new business, including a bid request for free parking at 2024 events, a potential 2024 fee increase, an insurance claim for a damaged meter, and increased hours. The agenda also includes the resignation of a meter attendant and a request for an accountant at the next meeting.

• Bid request for free parking for 2024 events
• 2024 fee increase discussion
• Insurance claim for damaged meter
• Increase in parking enforcement hours
• Resignation of meter attendant

Mayor & Town Council

The Hackettstown Mayor and Town Council are holding their 2024 organizational meeting. They will administer oaths of office to the newly elected Mayor and two Councilpersons, and then vote on a series of resolutions to appoint and set salaries for professional services like the Town Attorney, Auditor, and Engineer, as well as designate official banks for town funds. The agenda is primarily administrative, focused on setting up the town's government for the new year.

• Oath of office for Mayor Gerald DiMaio, Jr. and Councilpersons Leonard Kunz and Eric Tynan, terms expiring 12-31-2026
• Resolution approving professional service contracts: Town Auditor $42,125, Town Engineer $100,000 (3-year term), Town Prosecutor $23,000, Town Planner $10,000, Bond Counsel $5,000, Deputy Prosecutor $2,000
• Resolution designating Fulton Bank, Valley National, Bank of America, JP Morgan Chase, First Hope Bank, TD Bank, PNC Bank, and State of New Jersey Cash Management Fund as official depositories
• Resolution awarding a non-fair and open contract to Leslie Parikh of Gebhardt & Kiefer for Municipal Attorney & General Legal Counsel
• Appointments to Land Use Board, Historic Preservation Commission, Recreation Commission, Library Trustees, and Board of Health