Hamilton public meetings in 2021

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda of routine resolutions, several public hearings on ordinances, and a resolution supporting a cannabis cultivator license application. The most consequential items are the second reading of ordinances on cannabis regulations and taxation, and a resolution backing Trenton Equity Holdings' application for a Class 1 cultivator and/or Class 2 manufacturer license.

• Resolution supporting Trenton Equity Holdings' cannabis cultivator/manufacturer license application
• Ordinance 21-067 amending cannabis and medical cannabis code
• Ordinance 21-068 amending cannabis taxation code
• Ordinance 21-069 amending land development regulations
• Contracts for DPW equipment: Mack truck ($245,408), Case loader ($213,906), sewer cleaner ($447,115), and Fire Station #12 roof replacement ($144,216)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several applications, including a heldover request for a duplex at 268-270 Lynwood Avenue, a commercial landscape business at Uncle Pete's Farm, and a 27-unit townhome development at 3332 S. Broad Street. The board will also consider new applications for a minor subdivision on Sloan Avenue and several residential variance requests. Minutes from October 26 and November 9 will be adopted, and resolutions of memorialization for prior decisions will be considered.

• Use variance for duplex at 268-270 Lynwood Avenue (Jerzy Szubert)
• Commercial landscape business at 33 Uncle Pete's Road (Uncle Pete's Farm)
• 27-unit townhome development at 3332 S. Broad Street (3332 Hamilton Real Estate Inc)
• Minor subdivision at 700-720 Sloan Avenue (ER/UDC Hamilton LLC)
• Residential variances for additions, porch, patio, and new home

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board approved seven applications, including three resolutions of memorialization and four homeowner requests, and denied one application without prejudice. The board also carried four applications to the January 11, 2022 meeting. All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved memorialization for Polaris Executive Center (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization for Carlo Vitale (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization for Zakaria Yaakoub (unanimous)
• Denied without prejudice use variance for duplex at 268 & 270 Lynwood Ave (unanimous)
• Approved roof overhang at 852 Norway Ave (unanimous)
• Approved single-family home at Hauser Ave (unanimous)
• Approved screened porch at 5 John Lenhardt Rd (unanimous)
• Approved patio at 10 Crawford Ct (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the 2021 Amended Master Plan Reexamination Report, along with reviewing Ordinance 21-069 amending land development regulations. The board will also memorialize several business and residential applications and adopt minutes from prior meetings.

• Adoption of 2021 Amended Master Plan Reexamination Report by Clarke Caton Hintz
• Review of Ordinance 21-069 amending Land Development chapters on district and general regulations
• Memorialization of business applications: 2367Kuser Road LLC, Lamont Ave LLC, Centro NP Hamilton Plaza/Grocery Outlet
• Memorialization of residential application by Kenneth Stout
• Adoption of minutes from October 10 and November 10, 2021 meetings

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously approved the 2021 Amended Master Plan Reexamination Report, prepared by Clarke Caton Hintz, and found Ordinance 21-069 consistent with the Master Plan. The board also unanimously approved four resolutions of memorialization for business and residential applications, and adopted minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved 2021 Master Plan Reexamination Report (unanimous)
• Found Ordinance 21-069 consistent with Master Plan
• Approved memorialization for 2367 Kuser Road LLC (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization for Lamont Ave LLC (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization for Centro NP Hamilton Plaza/Grocery Outlet (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization for Kenneth Stout (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from Oct 28 and Nov 10 meetings (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Environmental Commission met on December 8, 2021, and approved the minutes from the November 17 meeting. The meeting focused on updates from the Green Team, including a potential community garden at Bromley Park, a pending Sustainable Jersey Bronze certification, and a pollinator grant program with local PTAs. No formal decisions were made on these items; they were discussed as ongoing projects.

• Approved minutes from November 17, 2021 meeting (motion by Karl Vetter, second by Ann Wolf)
• Discussed potential community garden location at Bromley Park with DPW and Bromley representative
• Noted Sustainable Jersey Bronze certification status is pending confirmation
• Reviewed pollinator grant progress with local PTA groups for educational programs
• Heard liaison update on township news including cannabis ordinances, PFOS in water, and stormwater issues
• Agreed to finalize 2021 budget for submission to Administration
• Planned to draft 2021 annual report with assistance from Clint and Ann
• Continued monitoring DEP progress on Kuser Road Property

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will consider five resolutions supporting cannabis cultivator and manufacturer license applications, along with a consent agenda of routine contracts and appointments. The meeting also includes public hearings on ordinances related to parking, fees, and a conservation easement, plus first readings of ordinances on salaries, cannabis regulations, and taxation.

• Resolutions supporting cannabis license applications for ZY Labs, Theory Wellness, Sun Extractions, Blaze Products, and 58 Thomas J Rhodes Industrial Drive LLC
• Consent agenda includes $450,005.85 sewer cleaner purchase, $242,847.00 fire HQ roof replacement, and $279,999.84 John O. Wilson Neighborhood Center contract
• Ordinance 21-063 establishing handicapped parking at 133 Jeremiah Avenue and 44 Reeger Avenue
• Ordinance 21-066 fixing salaries retroactive to January 1, 2021
• Ordinance 21-067 and 21-068 amending cannabis and cannabis taxation codes

The Hamilton Township Council approved resolutions supporting five cannabis business license applications to the state Cannabis Regulatory Commission, including ZY Labs, Theory Wellness, Sun Extractions, Blaze Products, and 58 Thomas J Rhodes Industrial Drive. The council also introduced four ordinances on first reading, including one to prohibit outdoor cannabis cultivation, and adopted a consent agenda with 30 items covering contracts, grants, and appointments. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Council President Papero absent.

• Approved resolution supporting ZY Labs' cannabis cultivator/manufacturer license application (4-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Theory Wellness' cannabis manufacturing license application (4-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Sun Extractions' cannabis manufacturing license application (4-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Blaze Products' cannabis cultivator/manufacturer license application (4-0)
• Approved resolution supporting 58 Thomas J Rhodes Industrial Drive's cannabis manufacturing license application (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance to prohibit outdoor cannabis cultivation (first reading, 4-0)
• Adopted consent agenda CA1-CA30, including contracts for sewer cleaner ($450,005.85), fire HQ roof ($242,847.00), and Sayen House painting ($24,800.00) (4-0, Phillips abstained on CA15)
• Adopted three ordinances on second reading: handicapped parking, conservation easement, and health department fees (all 4-0)

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission is meeting to approve September minutes, receive updates from the Green Team on the community garden, Sustainable Jersey certification, and a pollinator grant, and discuss old business including the Millennium Monthly Report, Oktoberfest, and the Kuser Road property. The agenda is largely routine and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of September minutes
• Green Team updates: Community Garden, Sustainable Jersey, Pollinator Grant
• Council/Administration Liaison Update: Millennium Monthly Report
• Oktoberfest – October 17, 2021 (rain date October 24, 2021)
• Kuser Road property discussion

The Hamilton Environmental Commission approved the September 9, 2021 meeting minutes. Members discussed community garden locations, pollinator education efforts, and a Sustainable Jersey submission update. The commission also heard resident concerns about flooding from an adjacent farm field and agreed to investigate options.

• Approved the September 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussed community garden locations with Chuck Thomas and CYO interest
• Reviewed pollinator grant education efforts and potential school presentations
• Noted Sustainable Jersey final submission by November 21, 2021
• Drafted proposed budget for submission to Carrie
• Heard resident flooding complaints and agreed to investigate options

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a new application to build two warehouses totaling about 390,500 square feet at 646 Route 130, with a request for parking variance relief. The board will also consider a resolution memorializing a prior business application and an ordinance amendment encouraging electric vehicle supply equipment and make-ready parking spaces.

• Application 21-01-008: two warehouses (173,250 sq ft and 217,250 sq ft) at 646 Route 130, RD zone
• Variance request for number of parking spaces
• Board action deadline: January 15, 2022
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 21-03-016 (2367 Kuser Road LLC)
• Ordinance 21-364: EV charging equipment and make-ready parking spaces

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously approved a preliminary and final site plan for two warehouses totaling 390,500 square feet at 646 Route 130, including a parking variance and design waivers. The applicant, BCIF Hamilton Distribution Center LLC, also received a variance to relocate a monument sign. The board approved the application with no public comments.

• Approved ordinance review 21-364 for electric vehicle supply equipment (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for two warehouses at 646 Route 130 (unanimous)
• Granted parking variance for 453 spaces
• Granted design waiver for Belgian block curbing
• Granted design waiver for painted concrete
• Granted variance for monument sign relocation

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several variance and site plan applications. The board will consider new applications, including a 27-unit condominium/townhome development and a commercial landscape business, as well as homeowner requests for additions and porches. Resolutions of memorialization for previously decided cases are also on the agenda.

• Application 21-06-023: 27-unit condominium/townhome development at 3332 S. Broad Street, seeking use variance and other relief
• Application 19-12-048: 80'x100' building for commercial landscape business at 33 Uncle Pete's Road, seeking use variance and site plan approval
• Application 21-10-039: Two-story addition at 213 Main Street, seeking side yard setback variance
• Application 21-11-045: Open porch at 46 Miry Brook Road, seeking rear yard setback variance
• Application 21-11-046: Roof overhang at 852 Norway Avenue, seeking side yard setback variance

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board denied a variance for an unpermitted open porch at 46 Miry Brook Road, as the applicant could not justify the request. Six previously approved applications were memorialized unanimously. Two homeowner applications and two business applications were carried to future meetings.

• Denied variance for open porch at 46 Miry Brook Road (unanimous)
• Memorialized approval for Provda LLC/Princetel Inc (unanimous)
• Memorialized approval for 2144 E. State Road Industrial LLC (unanimous)
• Memorialized approval for Switlik Parachute Company Inc (unanimous)
• Memorialized approval for Estate of Barry Grobels (unanimous)
• Memorialized approval for Deforest & Amy Andrejco (unanimous)
• Memorialized approval for James Hadden (unanimous)
• Carried to December 14 meeting: Adam Bless addition, Uncle Pete's Farm, 3332 Hamilton Real Estate

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a consent agenda with resolutions, including a $1.85 million grant application for fire district consolidation, several liquor license transfers, and contracts for water treatment and software. They will also hold public hearings on three ordinances, including food establishment regulations and parking restrictions, and introduce three new ordinances on parking, a conservation easement, and fees.

• Resolution 21-414: $1.85M grant application for fire district consolidation
• Resolution 21-405: $539,313.13 contract with Evoqua for BioXide solution
• Resolution 21-402: Transfer of liquor license to Payless Liquors and Bar
• Ordinance 21-060: Parking prohibited on Baylor Court and Runyon Circle
• Ordinance 21-063: Handicapped parking spaces at 133 Jeremiah Ave and 44 Reeger Ave

The Hamilton Township Council approved the consent agenda (15 resolutions) and passed three ordinances on second reading, including food establishment regulations, parking restrictions, and a fire training donation. It also introduced three ordinances on first reading and approved communications for ABC license updates. No items were denied; one consent agenda item (CA2) was removed due to unresolved issues.

• Approved consent agenda resolutions CA1-CA15 (5-0), including contracts, grants, and license transfers
• Removed CA2 (liquor license transfer to Payless Liquors) from agenda due to unresolved issues
• Approved Ordinance 21-059 amending food establishment regulations (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-060 prohibiting parking on Baylor Court and Runyon Circle (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-061 accepting Jersey Precast donation for fire training (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 21-063 for handicapped parking at 133 Jeremiah Ave and 44 Reeger Ave (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 21-064 accepting conservation easement from Synnergy LLC (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 21-065 amending health department fees (5-0)

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA) board is holding its regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of June 3, 2021 minutes, chairperson updates, and new business covering alliance coordination, school programs, 2022 programs, and FY23 grant-funded programs. No old business or upcoming township events are listed.

• Approval of June 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of school programs
• Discussion of 2022 programs
• Discussion of FY23 grant funded programs

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on October 28, 2021, to consider an ordinance encouraging electric vehicle supply equipment, an extension of approval for a residential application, a resolution of memorialization for a business application, a homeowner driveway waiver, and two new applications including a 15-unit townhome development and a sign waiver for Grocery Outlet. The board will also adopt minutes from previous meetings.

• Ordinance 21-364: Amending land use code to authorize and encourage electric vehicle supply/service equipment (EVSE) and make-ready parking spaces
• Application 21-10-038: Kenneth Stout Jr. requests waiver of driveway standards for a second driveway at 168 Acres Drive
• Application 21-06-024: Lamont Ave LLC proposes 15-unit multi-family townhome rental (2 buildings) at 11 Lamont Avenue, with variance relief for lot area, frontage, and active recreation area
• Application 21-08-033: Grocery Outlet requests waiver of sign standards for 4 façade signs at 1061 Whitehorse Mercerville Rd
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 21-03-016 (2367 Kuser Road LLC) related to ordinance 21-036 amending land use regulations for HC and GC districts

The Hamilton Township Planning Board approved a 15-unit townhome rental development at 11 Lamont Avenue, including preliminary and final site plan and variance relief. The board also approved a second driveway waiver for a homeowner on Acres Drive and a sign waiver for a Grocery Outlet store. Two ordinance reviews and an extension of approval were also approved unanimously.

• Approved 15-unit townhome development at 11 Lamont Ave with variances (unanimous)
• Approved driveway waiver for 168 Acres Drive (unanimous)
• Approved sign waiver for Grocery Outlet at 1061 Whitehorse Mercerville Rd (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance 21-364 on EV charging equipment (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance 21-036 on district regulations (unanimous)
• Approved extension of approval for application 20-10-042 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Sept 9 and Sept 23 meetings (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several applications. The board will consider a new application for a two-story restaurant/market on Cabot Drive, as well as multiple homeowner requests for variances to build porches and additions. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes and resolutions for previously heard cases.

• New application: Polaris Executive Center LLC proposes a 4,466 sq ft two-story restaurant/market at Cabot Drive, seeking use variance and site plan approval.
• Homeowner application: Deforest & Amy Andrejco request variance for a 6'x18' porch at 233 Lake Avenue.
• Homeowner application: Pat Solutions LLC requests variance for a 12'x24.83' two-story addition at 213 Main Street.
• Homeowner application: James Hadden requests variance for a 10'x43' porch at 4001 Nottingham Way.
• Resolutions of memorialization for six prior applications, including business and residential cases.

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board approved a use variance and site plan for a 4,466 sq ft two-story restaurant/market at Cabot Drive, with unanimous vote. Also approved were two residential variances for porches and one for a porch addition, all unanimously. One application was carried to the next meeting.

• Approved use variance and site plan for restaurant/market at Cabot Drive (unanimous)
• Approved front yard setback variance for porch at 233 Lake Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved front yard setback and garage waiver for porch at 4001 Nottingham Way (unanimous)
• Carried application for 213 Main Street addition to November 9, 2021 meeting
• Approved minutes for September 14 and September 28, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions, including contracts for snow plowing, a compost turner, underground storage tank removal, and demolition. They will also hold public hearings on several ordinances, including one to encourage electric vehicle charging stations and another to acquire right-of-way for road widening on Yardville-Hamilton Square Road.

• Resolution 21-388: Three-year contract for snow plowing and spreading services with Ted Dolci, Inc., Rusling Paving & Concrete, and Gres Paving Company ($1,000,000 combined shared maximum)
• Resolution 21-389: Contract for a self-propelled compost turner with Vermeer North Atlantic ($674,633.88 maximum)
• Resolution 21-390: Contract for removal of three underground storage tanks and installation of two aboveground tanks with R.J. Walsh Associates ($291,132.00 maximum)
• Resolution 21-400: Contract with F.R. Beinke Wrecking, Inc. for demolition of seven structures along East State Street ($333,690.00 maximum)
• Ordinance 21-058: Amending land development code to authorize and encourage electric vehicle supply/service equipment (EVSE) and make-ready parking spaces

The Hamilton Township Council approved a consent agenda including a $1,000,000 combined shared maximum contract for snow plowing and spreading services with three companies, and a $674,633.88 contract for a compost turner. They also adopted four ordinances on second reading, including one for road widening right-of-way acquisition and another encouraging electric vehicle charging spaces. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals; the meeting was largely routine.

• Approved $1,000,000 snow plowing contract with Ted Dolci, Rusling Paving, and Gres Paving (consent agenda)
• Approved $674,633.88 compost turner purchase from Vermeer North Atlantic (consent agenda)
• Approved $291,132.00 underground storage tank removal contract with R.J. Walsh Associates (consent agenda)
• Approved $333,690.00 demolition contract for seven structures on East State Street with F.R. Beinke Wrecking (consent agenda)
• Adopted ordinance 21-055 authorizing acquisition of Yardville-Hamilton Square Road right-of-way for widening
• Adopted ordinance 21-056 establishing handicapped parking spaces at four locations
• Adopted ordinance 21-057 accepting donation of property at 1709 State Highway 33
• Adopted ordinance 21-058 encouraging electric vehicle supply equipment in land development code

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss environmental matters, including a proposed 388-unit rental development on Klockner Road, a Chipotle restaurant on Route 33, and other land use applications. The agenda also includes updates on community gardens, Sustainable Jersey, and a pollinator grant, as well as old business like Oktoberfest and public works updates.

• Application 21-09-036: 388 rental units at 1531 & 1651 Klockner Road, preliminary & final site plan, variance for clubhouse size
• Application 21-11-042: 2,325 sq ft Chipotle at 249 Route 33, use variance and site plan approval
• Application 21-11-043: 1,800 sq ft garage addition and 9,000 sq ft pole barn at 20 Nami Lane, variance relief
• Application 21-11-044: Truck and van parking area for freight forwarding facility at 121 First Ave, variance relief
• Acquisition of Kuser Road property and Mercer County 'Return on Environment' report

The Hamilton Environmental Commission reviewed four land use applications, providing comments and conditions. For the 388-unit rental project on Klockner Road, the commission required NJDEP permits for wetlands and transition zones, and requested additional information on vernal habitats, stormwater basins, and soil testing. The commission noted the site for a proposed Chipotle is too small, and that plans for a garage addition and a truck parking area lack sufficient environmental information. No final approvals were granted; the commission's comments were forwarded to the Township.

• Reviewed Application 21-09-036 for 388 rental units on Klockner Road, requiring NJDEP wetland and transition zone permits and additional environmental information
• Reviewed Application 21-11-042 for a Chipotle at 249 Route 33, commenting the site is too small for the proposal
• Reviewed Application 21-11-043 for a garage addition and pole barn at 20 Nami Lane, noting insufficient plans and lack of stormwater/environmental reports
• Reviewed Application 21-11-044 for a truck parking area at 121 First Ave, requesting LOI and flood hazard permits from NJDEP

Town Council

There is no agenda available for this meeting. Residents are directed to review the meeting minutes for information.

The Hamilton Township Council approved the consent agenda, including a $338,450 contract with Rusling Paving and Concrete for curb and sidewalk work, and several health insurance renewals for employees and retirees. Three ordinances were adopted on second reading, including changes to handicapped parking and truck parking regulations. Four ordinances were introduced on first reading, including one to encourage electric vehicle charging equipment. The council also referred the EV charging ordinance to the Planning Board for review.

• Approved consent agenda including $338,450 paving contract (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance 21-051 repealing handicapped parking at 109 Finley Avenue (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance 21-052 adding stop sign on Kuser Road and changing truck parking rules (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance 21-054 amending commercial district use regulations (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance 21-055 for road widening right-of-way acquisition (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance 21-056 establishing handicapped parking at four locations (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance 21-057 accepting real estate donation at 1709 State Highway 33 (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance 21-058 encouraging electric vehicle charging equipment (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment holds a regular meeting with public hearings on two homeowner variance requests and two new business applications. The board will consider a front-yard shed variance, a front-yard fence waiver, a 101-space parking lot for Princetel Inc, and a zoning interpretation for a freight forwarding facility. Decisions are required by dates ranging from November 2021 to January 2022.

• 10'x18' shed with overhang at 10 Lakeview Drive; front yard setback variance (Application 21-09-034)
• 6' vinyl fence at 22 Apollo Drive; fence design and checklist waivers (Application 21-09-035)
• 101-space parking area at 1980 East State Street; site plan approval and multiple variances (Application 20-10-043)
• Freight forwarding facility at 2144 East State St; zoning ordinance interpretation (Application 21-03-012)

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board approved four applications: a front yard setback variance for a shed at 10 Lakeview Drive, a fence design waiver at 22 Apollo Drive, preliminary and final site plan approval for a 101-space parking lot at 1980 East State Street, and determined that a freight forwarding facility at 2144 East State St does not meet ordinance standards, requiring a D1 use variance. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved front yard setback variance and checklist waiver for shed at 10 Lakeview Drive (unanimous)
• Approved fence design waiver and checklist waiver for fence at 22 Apollo Drive (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final site plan approval for 101-space parking lot at 1980 East State Street (unanimous)
• Determined freight forwarding facility at 2144 East State St does not meet ordinance standards, requiring D1 use variance (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed 64,417-square-foot warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road, which requires preliminary and final site plan approval, variances, and design waivers. The board will also review a resolution for an ordinance amending the land development code regarding use regulations in highway and general commercial districts. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as flag salute, roll call, and Open Public Meetings Act compliance.

• Application 21-03-016: 64,417 sq ft warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road, seeking variances for lot area, front yard parking buffer, landscape berming, and design waiver for Belgian block curbing
• Resolution Review 21-364: Ordinance 21-036 amending Chapter 550, Land Development, Article III, District Regulations, §550-78 and §550-312
• Public hearing starts at 6:00 p.m.
• Board must act on Application 21-03-016 by September 30, 2021

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously denied a proposal by Kuser Road Investments, LLC to construct a 64,417-square-foot warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road. The application sought preliminary and final site plan approval, along with variances for lot area, front yard parking buffer, landscape berming, and design waivers. The denial followed public testimony and board discussion citing outstanding concerns about fire department access, truck circulation, and storm water management.

• Approved Resolution 21-364 (unanimous)
• Denied warehouse application 21-03-016 (unanimous)

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding its regular meeting with a large consent agenda covering appointments, contracts, tax cancellations, and fee changes. The council will also hold public hearings on several ordinances, including traffic and sewer connection fee changes, and introduce new ordinances on land use and parking. The meeting includes public comment periods.

• Resolution 21-333: Insert $53,000 Childhood Lead Program grant into CY2021 budget
• Resolution 21-339: Temporarily reduce cat adoption fees from $45 to $30 for cats housed 90+ days (Sept 22-Oct 16)
• Resolution 21-346: One-year contract with Real Auction.com LLC for online tax lien sales ($90,000)
• Resolution 21-349: Three-year contract for water pollution control equipment maintenance ($500,000 combined max)
• Ordinance 21-049: Amends sewer connection fee; Ordinance 21-050: Accepts WWII monument gift for Veterans Park

The Hamilton Township Council approved four ordinances on second reading, including changes to handicapped parking, truck routes, sewer connection fees, and a gift acceptance for a WWII monument. The council also adopted a 36-item consent agenda covering appointments, contracts, tax cancellations, and fee refunds. One ordinance to establish a handicapped parking space at 19 Charlotte Avenue was defeated. Public comments raised concerns about warehouses, a proposed recovery house, and mosquito spraying.

• Adopted ordinance 21-047 repealing handicapped parking spaces at 37 Charlotte Ave and 824 S. Olden Ave (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance 21-048 amending truck routes and turn prohibitions (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance 21-049 amending sanitary sewer connection fee provisions (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance 21-050 authorizing gift acceptance of WWII monument for Veterans Park (5-0)
• Defeated ordinance 21-053 establishing handicapped parking at 19 Charlotte Ave (0-5)
• Adopted consent agenda with 36 resolutions (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinances 21-051, 21-052, and 21-054 (5-0 each)
• Adopted resolution 21-364 referring land development amendments to Planning Board (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on three new applications, including a major manufacturing building for Switlik Parachute Company, a minor subdivision with use variance on Youngs Road, and a parking lot expansion for Princetel Inc. The board will also adopt a professional services agreement amendment, approve minutes from prior meetings, and memorialize three residential applications.

• Switlik Parachute: 20,604 sq ft manufacturing building at 1325 E. State Street, variance relief from lot frontage, side/front yard, FAR
• Estate of Barry Grobels: minor subdivision into two lots at 62 Youngs Road, use variance for single-family home and towing company
• Princetel Inc: 101-space parking area at 1980 East State Street, variances from front/side/rear setbacks, parking waiver
• Adoption of amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Anthony Todaro, ESQ, Mason, Griffin & Pierson, P.C.
• Resolutions of memorialization for residential applications 20-02-008, 21-07-030, 21-07-031

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board approved a new 20,604 sq ft manufacturing building for Switlik Parachute Company at 1325 E. State Street, including variances for lot frontage, side yard, front yard, and FAR. The board also approved a minor subdivision for the Estate of Barry Grobels at 62 Youngs Road, allowing separate sale of the business and residence. Three residential applications were memorialized, and one application (Princetel Inc.) was carried to the September 28 meeting.

• Approved Switlik Parachute site plan and variances (unanimous)
• Approved Grobels minor subdivision and variances (unanimous)
• Memorialized residential applications 20-02-008, 21-07-030, 21-07-031 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to professional services agreement with Anthony Todaro (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 13, July 27, and August 10 meetings (unanimous)
• Carried Princetel parking lot application to September 28 meeting

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, adoption of minutes, and resolutions of memorialization for three business applications. The main item is a heldover application for a 64,417-square-foot warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road, seeking preliminary and final site plan approval with variances. The board must act by September 30, 2021.

• Application 21-03-016: 64,417 sq ft warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road, requesting variances for lot area, front yard parking buffer, landscape berming, and design waiver from Belgian block curbing
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 21-01-005 (PR III/LEG Hamilton Industrial LLC)
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 21-03-013 (Triad Properties LLC/Liquid Outdoor Media LLC)
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 21-03-013 (Akal Estates LLC/Liquid Outdoor Media LLC)

The Hamilton Township Planning Board held a public hearing on a proposed 64,417-square-foot warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road but took no final action, continuing testimony to the September 23, 2021 regular meeting. The board unanimously approved three resolutions of memorialization for prior business applications and adopted the July 22, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted July 22, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved resolution of memorialization for Application 21-01-005, PR III/LEG Hamilton Industrial LLC (unanimous)
• Approved resolution of memorialization for Application 21-03-013, Tried Properties, LLC/Liquid Outdoor Media LLC (unanimous)
• Approved resolution of memorialization for Application 21-03-014, Akal Estates LLC/Liquid Outdoor Media LLC (unanimous)
• Continued testimony on Application 21-03-016 (Kuser Road warehouse) to September 23, 2021

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission is meeting to review two land-use applications, discuss Green Team initiatives, and handle routine business. The commission will consider a revised application for a 15-unit townhome development on Lamont Avenue and a new application for an Auto Zone store on South Broad Street. Public comments on both applications are due September 14, 2021.

• Application 21-06-024: 15-unit townhome rental development at 11 Lamont Avenue, seeking variances for lot area, frontage, and active recreation area
• Application 21-08-032: 6,796 sq ft Auto Zone at 2735 S. Broad Street, seeking variances for impervious coverage, parking spaces, and wall signs
• Oktoberfest event scheduled for October 17, 2021 (raindate October 24)
• Green Team updates on Community Garden, Sustainable Jersey, and Pollinator Grant

The Hamilton Environmental Commission approved the minutes from its August 11, 2021 meeting. Members discussed updates to the Green Team, including Sustainable Jersey resubmission, a community garden program, and a pollinator grant. They also reviewed two land use applications, raising an environmental concern about a former fuel dispensing site. The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

• Approved the minutes from the August 11, 2021 meeting.
• Discussed updating and resubmitting Sustainable Jersey application.
• Planned a community garden meeting with Administration and a trip to Monroe.
• Reviewed Application No. 21-06-024 REVISED with no comments.
• Reviewed Application No. 21-08-032, questioning if environmental issues from prior fuel use were addressed.

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA) board will meet via Zoom to hear a presentation on cannabis businesses from the township attorney, elect a new chairperson, and receive programmatic updates. The board will also approve minutes from the June 3, 2021 meeting and discuss upcoming township events, including a youth drug prevention session.

• Cannabusiness Update presentation by Township Attorney Elissa Schragger
• Election of new HAASA Chairperson
• Introduction of Saisuma Veerapaneni as Municipal Alliance Coordinator
• Presence at upcoming back-to-school nights
• Preventing Drug Use in Youth event on 10/14 at RWJ Fitness, presented by Olden Pharmacy

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 26, 2021.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 24, 2021.

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council held its regular meeting on August 17, 2021. The council defeated a proposed nuisance ordinance (21-039) after the Health Division requested additional changes, and it adopted several other ordinances, including a $16.1 million capital improvements bond and a $9.96 million sewer utility bond. The council also approved a 39-item consent agenda covering appointments, contracts, and refunds, and recognized two local Little League teams for their championship seasons.

• Defeated nuisance ordinance 21-039 (4-0)
• Adopted capital improvements bond ordinance 21-044 ($16,117,330 appropriation)
• Adopted sewer utility bond ordinance 21-045 ($9,958,260 appropriation)
• Adopted ordinance 21-040 repealing handicapped parking spaces at 59 Olympia Ave and 243 Parkinson Ave
• Adopted ordinance 21-046 dedicating right-of-way for Justice Samuel Alito Jr. Way (3-1)
• Approved consent agenda including interim CFO appointment and $1.785M pump station contract
• Introduced ordinance 21-048 on truck routes in Cornell Heights neighborhood
• Introduced ordinance 21-050 accepting WWII monument gift for Veterans Park

Planning Board

The August 12, 2021, Planning Board meeting has been moved to September 9, 2021. The agenda focuses on a site plan application for 2367 Kuser Rd LLC regarding properties at Map 231, Section 2575, Lots 167-170.

• Rescheduled meeting date: September 9, 2021
• Application 21-03-016 for preliminary and final site plan approval
• Requests for variance relief regarding lot area, front yard parking buffer, and landscape berming
• Request for design waiver from providing Belgian block cubing and painted surfaces

Environmental Commission

The commission will discuss Sustainable Jersey recertification and alternative recycling programs. The meeting also includes reviews of business applications for a new restaurant/market on Cabot Drive and a barn construction at 33 Uncle Pete’s Rd.

• Proposed 4,466sq ft restaurant/market at Cabot Drive
• Proposed landscape business and 80’x100’ barn at 33 Uncle Pete’s Rd.
• Presentation of TerraCycle alternative recycling programs
• Discussion regarding the 4th Annual Delaware River Clean up on September 18, 2021

The Hamilton Environmental Commission approved the July 14, 2021 meeting minutes and reviewed two land use applications, offering no comment on one and recommending a wetlands study for the other. The Commission also joined the Mercer County Sustainability Coalition and discussed updates to Green Team and EAC web pages.

• Approved July 14, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Karl Vetter, second by Haig Kasabach)
• Reviewed Application No. 14-07-022D — no comment
• Reviewed Application No. 19-12-048 — recommended wetlands study, waiver of soil testing not recommended
• Joined Mercer County Sustainability Coalition

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider one homeowner application and three resolutions of memorization. The only specific construction proposal involves a request to waive fence design standards for a property on Percy West Drive. The agenda notes that the order of hearings may vary.

• Application 21-07-031: Request for waiver of fence design standards for a 6-foot vinyl fence at 7 Percy West Dr.
• Resolution of Memorization for Application 20-02-008 (Joshua & Jamie Ireland)
• Resolution of Memorization for Application 21-06-026 (Platon Dertouzos)
• Resolution of Memorization for Application 21-07-030 (Tara Cuccagna)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Board will consider resolutions of memorialization for three residential applications. Additionally, the Board will review a homeowner application for a vinyl fence waiver at 7 Percy West Dr.

• Resolutions of Memorialization for applications 20-02-008, 21-06-026, and 21-07-030
• Fence design standards waiver for 7 Percy West Dr. (Application 21-07-031)

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board approved a homeowner application for a 6-foot vinyl fence in a front yard at 7 Percy West Dr., granting a waiver of fence design standards and checklist requirements. The application was approved unanimously. The board also memorialized a prior residential application (21-06-026) with unanimous approval.

• Approved fence waiver for Dan O'Boyle at 7 Percy West Dr. (unanimous)
• Memorialized residential application 21-06-026 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on July 27, 2021, starting at 6:00 p.m. The board will consider several residential variance applications, including a fence waiver, a garage height variance, and a sunroom coverage variance. A resolution of memorialization for a prior application is also on the agenda.

• Application 20-02-008: 6' solid fence in front yard at 34 Sycamore Way, waiver of fence design standards
• Application 21-06-026: garage roof raise to 24'2" at 310 Park Lane, variance from height of accessory building
• Application 21-07-030: 14'x15' sunroom at 5 Macon Drive, variance from building coverage
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 21-06-025 (Stephen Santeramo)

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board of Adjustments held a regular meeting on July 27, 2021, and unanimously approved three residential applications. Each application involved a variance or waiver request, and all were approved with no public opposition. The board also memorialized a previously approved application.

• Memorialized Application 21-06-025 (Stephen Santeramo) — approved unanimously
• Approved Application 20-02-008 (Joshua & Jamie Ireland) — 6' front yard fence waiver at 34 Sycamore Way — unanimous
• Approved Application 21-06-026 (Platon Dertouzos) — garage roof height variance at 310 Park Lane — unanimous
• Approved Application 21-07-030 (Tara Cuccagna) — sunroom building coverage variance at 5 Macon Drive — unanimous

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on July 22, 2021, to consider one heldover application and two new applications. The heldover item is a proposal for a 420,024-square-foot warehouse at 861 Sloan Avenue, requiring minor subdivision, preliminary site plan approval, and floodplain relief. The two new applications are for billboards at 75 South Gold Dr and 3666 Klockner Rd. The board will also adopt minutes from the July 8 meeting.

• Warehouse: 420,024 sq ft at 861 Sloan Avenue; minor subdivision, preliminary site plan, floodplain relief; action deadline Aug 1, 2021
• Billboard: 14'x48' double-sided, 60' high at 75 South Gold Dr; preliminary & final site plan & waiver relief
• Billboard: 14'x48' double-sided, 90' high at 3666 Klockner Rd; preliminary & final site plan & waiver relief
• Adoption of minutes from July 8, 2021 meeting

The board denied a minor subdivision and preliminary site plan for a 420,024 sq ft warehouse at 861 Sloan Avenue, with a 4-3 vote. It approved two billboard applications: a 60-foot double-sided billboard at 75 South Gold Dr and a 90-foot double-sided billboard at 3666 Klockner Rd, both unanimously. Minutes from July 8, 2021 were adopted unanimously.

• Denied warehouse subdivision and site plan at 861 Sloan Ave (4-3)
• Approved 60' billboard at 75 South Gold Dr (unanimous)
• Approved 90' billboard at 3666 Klockner Rd (unanimous)
• Adopted July 8, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Town Council

The Hamilton Town Council is reviewing ordinances to establish cannabis taxation and regulations. The agenda also includes several resolutions for state grant applications, labor agreements, and significant capital improvement appropriations.

• Ordinance 21-035 establishing cannabis taxation
• Appropriation of $16,117,330 for various capital improvements via bond issuance
• Appropriation of $9,958,260 for wastewater treatment system improvements
• Grant application for East State Street Extension roadway preservation ($765,116.00)
• Grant application for Whitehorse-Mercerville Road transit improvements ($353,877.20)

The council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including establishing a cannabis tax, amending land use regulations, and creating a cannabis code. It also authorized applying for and receiving $17,161,883.00 in federal coronavirus recovery funds, and approved a development agreement with HRP Mercer Urban Renewal, LLC. Numerous consent agenda items were approved, covering grants, contracts, appointments, and refunds.

• Adopted ordinance 21-035 establishing a cannabis tax (second reading)
• Adopted ordinance 21-036 amending land development regulations (second reading)
• Adopted ordinance 21-037 establishing a cannabis and medical cannabis code (second reading)
• Adopted ordinance 21-038 authorizing conveyance of Block 2163, Lot 3.01 to Project Freedom
• Approved resolution 21-284 to apply for and receive $17,161,883.00 in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
• Approved resolution 21-282 authorizing a development agreement with HRP Mercer Urban Renewal, LLC
• Approved consent agenda including multiple grant applications, labor agreements, and contract awards
• Introduced ordinances for capital improvements ($16,117,330) and wastewater system improvements ($9,958,260)

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission is meeting to review three business land-use applications, discuss grant opportunities, and hear updates on recycling and a pollinator garden program. The commission will also consider approval of April meeting minutes and a Sustainable Jersey recertification update.

• Minor subdivision and variance request for two lots at 700 & 720 Sloan Avenue (Application 21-06-027)
• Preliminary/final site plan for a 4,588 sq ft auto repair facility at 2610 Nottingham Way (Application 21-06-028)
• Site plan and variance request to use an existing building as a pharmacy at 2610 Nottingham Way (Application 21-06-029)
• Discussion of 2021 public outreach grant opportunities and ANJEC pollinator garden grant
• Update on recycling programs and Millennium Monthly Report from council liaison

The Hamilton Environmental Commission approved the June 9, 2021 minutes and reviewed three land use applications, issuing no comments on any. The commission discussed ongoing initiatives including Sustainable Jersey certification, a community garden, recycling improvements, and a pollinator grant, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved June 9, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Karl Vetter, second by Ann Wolf)
• Reviewed Application No. 21-06-027 – no comment
• Reviewed Application No. 21-06-028 – no comment
• Reviewed Application No. 21-06-029 – no comment

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to adopt minutes, memorialize four prior applications, rescind one approval, and hear two homeowner variance requests for a deck and a garage roof height increase. The board must act on both new applications by October 26, 2021.

• Rescind approval for Application 20-06-020 (Daniel Piotrowski, residential)
• Hear variance request for 12'x22' deck at 116 Rachel Lane (Stephen Santeramo)
• Hear variance request to raise garage roof to 24'2" at 310 Park Lane (Platon Dertouzos)
• Memorialize four prior applications (Polaris, Harris Hamilton/Sherute, Jeremy Hahn, Sean Gavlas)

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board approved a variance for a 12'x22' deck at 116 Rachel Lane, waiving the rear yard setback requirement. The board also unanimously approved four resolutions of memorialization for prior applications and rescinded one prior approval. Minutes from May 25 and June 8, 2021, were adopted.

• Approved deck variance for Stephen Santeramo at 116 Rachel Lane (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization for Polaris business application 20-07-021A (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization for Harris Hamilton/Sherute business application 21-02-010 (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization for Jeremy Hahn residential application 21-04-017 (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization for Sean Gavias residential application 21-04-018 (unanimous)
• Rescinded approval for Daniel Piotrowski application 20-06-020 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from May 25 and June 8, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Planning Board

This is the agenda for the Hamilton, NJ Planning Board meeting on July 8, 2021. The agenda includes only the agenda document and a file of development applications, indicating the board will discuss or decide on pending development proposals. No specific items are detailed in the provided text.

• Review of development applications

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously approved the 2021 Open Space and Recreation Plan, which is required for Green Acres grant funding and sets 20-year goals. The board also approved a residential application and Ordinance 21-036, and carried a warehouse application to the July 22 meeting.

• Approved 2021 Open Space and Recreation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Application No. 20-07-025 (residential) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 21-036 (unanimous)
• Carried Application No. 21-01-005 (warehouse at 861 Sloan Ave) to July 22, 2021

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board is meeting to review development applications. The agenda includes only the amended agenda and development application materials, with no other substantive items listed.

• Review of development applications

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously approved the 2021 Master Plan Re-examination Report and Application 21-03-015 (residential, Victor & Deborah Guzman). It also approved Ordinance 21-036 (land development code amendments) by a 6-1 majority. A new application for a 64,417 sq ft warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road was heard but not decided; testimony will continue at a special meeting on June 24, 2021, and the board requested more in-depth stormwater information.

• Approved unanimously: 2021 Master Plan Re-examination Report
• Approved unanimously: Application 21-03-015 (residential, Victor & Deborah Guzman)
• Approved by 6-1 majority: Ordinance 21-036 (land development code amendments)
• Heard but not decided: Application 21-03-016 (warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road); testimony to continue at special meeting June 24, 2021

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 22, 2021. The meeting was to be held via Zoom at the Municipal Building. No items will be discussed or decided at this time.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Meeting was scheduled for June 22, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. via Zoom

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is adopting the Calendar Year 2021 Municipal Budget as amended and approving a labor agreement with the police union. The body is also designating the Makrancy Farms property for redevelopment and introducing ordinances to establish a cannabis tax and regulate land development. Additionally, the council is approving a series of contracts for municipal services, including water pollution control and traffic signal maintenance.

• Adoption of the Calendar Year 2021 Municipal Budget as amended
• Resolution designating Solops as the redeveloper for Block 2154, Lot 12.01 (Makrancy Farms)
• First reading of Ordinance 21-035 to establish Article II, Cannabis Taxation
• Resolution approving a $174,815.00 maximum contract with Pure Technologies U.S. Inc. for force main inspections
• Resolution approving a $146,492.18 maximum contract with Atlantic Tactical for law enforcement firearms equipment

The council adopted the calendar year 2021 municipal budget as amended, with no public comments and a flat tax rate. It also approved labor agreements with the PBA Local No. 66 and the Superior Officers Association for 2020-2024, and introduced ordinances establishing a cannabis tax and regulating cannabis use. The consent agenda, including numerous contracts and resolutions, was adopted unanimously.

• Adopted CY 2021 municipal budget as amended (5-0)
• Approved PBA Local No. 66 labor agreement 2020-2024 (5-0)
• Approved Superior Officers Association labor agreement 2020-2024 (5-0)
• Introduced cannabis tax ordinance 21-035 (5-0)
• Introduced cannabis and medical cannabis ordinance 21-037 (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda with 29 items (5-0)
• Designated SOLOPS as redeveloper for Makrancy Farms solar farm (5-0)
• Approved reimbursement from Affordable Housing Trust Fund for Project Freedom (4-1)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on June 10, 2021, via Zoom. The main item is a new application for a 64,417-square-foot warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road, requesting preliminary and final site plan approval, variances, and design waivers. The board must act by September 10, 2021. The agenda also includes an extension of approval for a residential application.

• Application 21-03-016: 64,417 sq ft warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road, requesting site plan approval, variances for lot area, front yard parking buffer, landscape berming, and design waiver for Belgian block curbing and painted surfaces.
• Application 20-07-025: Extension of approval for residential application by Joseph Perry/1705 MTS Properties LLC.
• Public hearing via Zoom with instructions for participation.

The board unanimously approved Application No. 20-07-025, a residential extension of approval for Joseph Perry/1705 MTS Properties LLC. A new business application (21-03-016) for a 64,417 sq ft warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road was carried to a special meeting on June 24, 2021, with a board action deadline of September 10, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Application No. 20-07-025 (residential extension) unanimously.
• Carried Application 21-03-016 (warehouse) to special meeting June 24, 2021.

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will review eight land use applications, ranging from a freight facility to a 27-unit condominium development. The meeting also includes updates on the Sustainable Jersey recertification, a community garden, and a presentation on alternative recycling programs. Public comments for all listed applications are due by June 16, 2021.

• Application 21-06-023: 27-unit condominium/townhome development at 3332 S. Broad Street (Zone R-10).
• Application 21-03-012: Freight forwarding facility at 2144 East State St (Zone IND).
• Application 21-04-019: 20,604 sq ft manufacturing building for Switlik Parachute Company at 1325 E. State Street (Zone IND).
• Application 21-06-024: 15-unit multi-family townhome rental development at 11 Lamont Avenue (Zone A/T).
• Application 21-03-013: 14’x48’ double-sided billboard at 75 South Gold Dr (Zone RD).

The Hamilton Environmental Commission approved the April 14, 2021 meeting minutes and reviewed eight land use applications, providing no comments on seven and raising questions on one. They also discussed ongoing projects including a Sustainable Jersey application, a community garden, a pollinator garden grant, and a recycling initiative.

• Approved the April 14, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Reviewed land use applications 21-03-012, 21-03-013, 21-03-014, 21-04-019, 21-05-021, 21-05-022, 21-06-023 with no comment.
• Reviewed application 21-06-024 with questions on variances and basin discharge.
• Discussed Sustainable Jersey application submitted June 3, 2021.
• Discussed community garden project led by Joann Bruno.
• Discussed pollinator garden grant application through ANJEC.
• Discussed recycling initiative to request inclusion of #5 plastics in curbside collection.
• Discussed green purchasing policy assessment with Rutgers.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public hearing to consider a homeowner's garage variance, a heldover application for a public storage facility with manufacturing space, and to memorialize three prior applications. The meeting is conducted via Zoom with public participation available.

• Application 21-04-017: Jeremy Hahn seeks variance for a 16.5'x23.6' garage at 56 Mandl Street (R-10 zone)
• Application 21-02-010: Harris Hamilton Holdings proposes a public storage facility with manufacturing space at 3620 Quakerbridge Road (HC zone)
• Resolutions of memorialization for applications 21-04-018 (Sean Galvas, residential), 16-05-012A (Philip Vecere/Synnergy, business), and 20-07-021A (Polaris Executive Center, business)

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board approved a business application for a public storage facility with separate manufacturing space at 3620 Quakerbridge Road, including preliminary and final site plan approval, a use variance, and FAR relief. The board also approved a homeowner application for a replacement garage at 56 Mandl Street, granting variance relief from side yard setback and a checklist waiver. Both applications were approved unanimously.

• Approved application 21-02-010 for public storage facility with manufacturing space at 3620 Quakerbridge Road (unanimous)
• Approved application 21-04-017 for replacement garage at 56 Mandl Street with variance relief (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution of memorialization for application 16-05-012A (unanimous)

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA) board is meeting via Zoom to approve minutes, review the pending FY22 grant, and discuss program updates and upcoming township events, including National Night Out. They will also consider planning a 'Sticker Shock' event.

• FY22 grant still pending review
• National Night Out at Vet's Park on Aug 3
• Discussion on planning a 'Sticker Shock' event
• Approval of May 6, 2021 minutes

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda and several resolutions, including road improvement contracts and a grant application. The council will also conduct first readings of two ordinances and public hearings on six ordinances, including land development changes and a budget cap. The meeting includes proclamations for Gun Violence Awareness Day and LGBTQ+ Pride Month.

• Resolution 21-200: $21,800 contract for two speed signs on Estates Boulevard
• Resolution 21-201: $564,413.13 contract with Earle Asphalt for road improvements on Henry, Joni, and Lenox Avenues
• Resolution 21-197: $500,000 grant application for Cornell Heights Park improvements
• Ordinance 21-032: to exceed municipal budget limits and establish a cap bank
• Ordinance 21-029: amending land development code for outdoor dining

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing via Zoom to consider adopting the 2021 Master Plan Reexamination Report, a required periodic review of the township's master plan. The board will also review a school district proposal for temporary classroom trailers, act on several applications, and consider three ordinance amendments related to land development.

• 2021 Master Plan Reexamination Report adoption
• Cursory review: DOE School Facilities Project, temporary classroom trailer additions
• Resolution of memorialization for applications 20-09-033 (residential), 21-001 (business), 21-01-007 (residential)
• Ordinance 21-027 amending district regulations for NC, REO-2, REO-4, REO-5, RD districts
• Ordinance 21-029 amending outdoor dining regulations

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously approved the 2021 Master Plan Reexamination Report and adopted minutes from five prior meetings. The board also approved several applications, including a lot line adjustment at 137 Haslach Avenue, a DOE school facilities project, and three ordinance memorializations. All decisions were unanimous.

• Adopted 2021 Master Plan Reexamination Report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 11, March 25, April 8, April 22, and May 13, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved DOE school facilities project for temporary classroom trailers (unanimous)
• Memorialized ordinances 21-027, 21-028, and 21-029 (unanimous)
• Approved application 20-09-033 (homeowner, Jorge Rivas & Maria Vasquez) (unanimous)
• Approved application 21-01-001 (business, 1384 Yardville LLC) (unanimous)
• Approved application 21-01-007 (homeowner, Gregory & Lorelli Imbroglia/Robert & Christina Urie) (unanimous)
• Approved application 21-03-015 (lot line adjustment at 137 Haslach Avenue) (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public hearing on May 25, 2021, to consider several applications. These include two new business proposals: a 43-unit apartment building on Cabot Drive and a public storage facility with manufacturing space on Quakerbridge Road. The board will also review two homeowner garage variance requests, a resolution to rescind a prior approval, and a resolution of memorialization. The meeting includes an executive session for pending litigation.

• Application 20-07-021A: Polaris Executive Center, LLC proposes a 43-unit apartment building on Cabot Drive (Zone RD).
• Application 21-02-010: Harris Hamilton Holdings, LLC proposes a public storage facility with manufacturing space at 3620 Quakerbridge Road (Zone HC).
• Application 21-04-017: Jeremy Hahn seeks variance for a 16.5'x23.6' garage at 56 Mandl Street.
• Application 21-04-018: Sean Galvas seeks variance for a 20'x22' garage at 1155 Hughes Drive.
• Resolution rescinding approval for Application 20-10-035 (Charles Robert Colman III).

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board unanimously approved a preliminary and final site plan for a 43-unit apartment building at Cabot Drive (Application 20-07-021A), with no public opposition. The board also approved a resolution rescinding a prior approval for a residential application, and unanimously approved a memorializing resolution for a business application. Two homeowner garage variance applications were handled: one approved, one carried to the next meeting.

• Approved 43-unit apartment building site plan, Application 20-07-021A (unanimous)
• Approved resolution rescinding prior approval for Application 20-10-035 (unanimous)
• Approved memorializing resolution for Application 20-09-030 (unanimous)
• Approved garage variance at 1155 Hughes Drive, Application 21-04-018 (unanimous)
• Carried garage variance at 56 Mandl Street, Application 21-04-017, to June 8, 2021
• Carried public storage facility application 21-02-010 to June 8, 2021

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding a budget workshop meeting to review the 2021 municipal budget, focusing on the Department of Health, Recreation and Senior and Veteran Services, and the Fire Division. The agenda lists specific line items for discussion, including animal control, public health, recreation facilities and events, and senior services. No final decisions are being made; this is a review and discussion session.

• Review of 2021 Municipal Budget
• Animal Control
• Environmental Health
• John O. Wilson Neighborhood Service Center
• Fire Division

Town Council

The Hamilton Town Council is holding a budget workshop to review the 2021 Municipal Budget. The meeting includes departmental reviews ranging from the Department of Law to Zoning Administration.

• Review of 2021 Municipal Budget

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding a budget workshop meeting to review the 2021 municipal budget. The agenda lists specific departments and line items to be discussed, including Finance, Public Works, and the Municipal Clerk's office. This is a working session, not a final adoption vote.

• Review of 2021 Municipal Budget
• Department of Finance: Audit Services, Financial Administration, Revenue Collection, Tax Assessor Admin
• Department of Public Works: Buildings and Grounds, Parks, Roads, Safety, Solid Waste, Utilities, Vehicle Maintenance
• Office of the Municipal Clerk: Municipal Clerk, Township Council

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the 2021 Master Plan Reexamination Report, review three land development ordinances, and act on a homeowner application for a minor subdivision and variance relief. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to the pandemic.

• 2021 Master Plan Reexamination Report adoption
• Ordinance 21-027 amending NC and REO/RD district regulations
• Ordinance 21-028 amending land development penalties
• Ordinance 21-029 amending outdoor dining regulations
• Homeowner application for lot line adjustment at 137 Haslach Avenue

The Hamilton Township Planning Board adopted the 2021 Master Plan Reexamination Report prepared by Clarke Caton Hintz. The board also reviewed three proposed ordinances and memorialized a previously approved business application. A homeowner application for a minor subdivision was carried to the May 27, 2021 meeting.

• Adopted 2021 Master Plan Reexamination Report
• Memorialized Application 21-01-001 (1384 Yardville LLC) approved unanimously
• Carried homeowner application 21-03-015 to May 27, 2021 meeting
• Reviewed Ordinance 21-027 (NC and REO/RD district regulations)
• Reviewed Ordinance 21-028 (penalties)
• Reviewed Ordinance 21-029 (outdoor dining)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for May 12, 2021, has been cancelled. No other business is listed.

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Town Council is holding a budget workshop meeting to review the 2021 municipal budget. The agenda lists departmental budget items for review, including Business Administration, Police, and Water Pollution Control. No final decisions are being made; this is a discussion and review session.

• Review of 2021 municipal budget
• Police Division items: 911 EMS Dispatch, Office of Emergency Management, Police Vehicles, Public Safety
• Water Pollution Control items: Utility Management, Sewer Lines, Pump Stations, Treatment Plant, Statutory Expenses, Salaries and Wages
• Business Administration items: Budget and Purchasing, Human Resources, Information Technology

Town Council

The Hamilton Town Council is introducing the Calendar Year 2021 municipal budget and approving several service contracts, including maintenance for water pollution control cranes and a fireworks display. The body will also vote on amending parking regulations for Parent Avenue and accepting a playground donation. Additionally, the council will consider a resolution supporting medical marijuana cultivation permits in the township.

• Introduction of the CY 2021 Municipal Budget (Resolution 21-188)
• Contract with County Line Power Equipment for two 6-inch laser attachments ($69,445.04 maximum)
• Two-year contract with Moye Handling Systems for 47-ton transfer crane maintenance ($70,000.00 maximum)
• Ordinance amending parking prohibitions on Parent Avenue (Ordinance 21-031)
• Resolution supporting applications for a medical marijuana cultivation permit

The council introduced the Calendar Year 2021 Municipal Budget (Resolution 21-188) and approved three ordinances on first reading, including accepting a playground donation, a parking prohibition on Parent Avenue, and a cap bank ordinance. The consent agenda was approved, covering contracts for equipment, maintenance, fireworks, and other items. No final decisions were made on the budget or ordinances, as they were only introduced.

• Introduced CY 2021 Municipal Budget (Resolution 21-188) (5-0)
• Adopted on first reading: ordinance accepting Joey's Little Angels playground donation (5-0)
• Adopted on first reading: ordinance prohibiting parking on Parent Avenue (5-0)
• Adopted on first reading: ordinance to exceed budget limits and establish cap bank (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including contracts for mower attachments ($69,445.04), crane maintenance ($70,000), and caustic soda ($64,220) (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting medical cannabis alternative treatment center permit applications (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public hearing to consider a heldover application for a solar panel facility on Sweetbriar Ave., including site plan approval and variance relief. The board will also memorialize two residential applications and discuss pending litigation in closed session.

• Application 16-05-012A: solar panel facility, preliminary & final site plan, variance relief from front, side, rear setbacks, design waiver for paving access driveways, Sweetbriar Ave., Map 32/33, Section 1581, Lot 27, IND zone, action due by May 31, 2021
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 20-12-051A (residential, Victor & Deborah Guzman)
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 21-02-009 (residential, Gennaro Salzano)
• Executive session for pending litigation

The board approved a solar panel facility application by Philip Vecere/Synnergy for Sweetbriar Ave, with preliminary and final site plan approval, variance relief, and a design waiver. The vote was 5-2, with members Zadworny and Schirmer opposed. Two residential applications were also approved unanimously via resolutions of memorialization.

• Approved solar facility application 16-05-012A (5-2)
• Approved residential application 20-12-015A unanimously
• Approved residential application 21-02-009 unanimously

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA) board is meeting on May 6, 2021, via Zoom to conduct routine business. They will approve minutes from prior meetings, receive updates on alliance coordination and grant progress, and discuss programmatic updates. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 13, 2020 and March 5, 2020
• FY21 grant progress update
• FY22 grant application submission update
• Alliance coordination updates
• Programmatic updates

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including zoning ordinance amendments, grant applications, and a paving contract. They will also consider a report on grants and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Ordinance 21-027: Amends neighborhood commercial and research/office district regulations
• Ordinance 21-028: Amends land development penalties
• Ordinance 21-029: Amends outdoor dining regulations
• Resolution 21-173: Contract with Richard T. Barrett Paving Company for $83,400
• Resolution 21-165: Refund of real estate tax overpayments totaling $73,769.73

The Hamilton Township Council approved a consent agenda with 11 resolutions, including a $672,752 CDBG grant application and a $750,000 tennis court renovation grant request. A contract for miscellaneous pavement repair was awarded to Richard T. Barrett Paving Company for up to $83,400. Three land development ordinances were introduced and referred to the Planning Board, and a no-turn-on-red ordinance was adopted on second reading. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda CA1-CA11 (unanimous)
• Awarded $83,400 pavement repair contract to Richard T. Barrett Paving Co. (unanimous)
• Adopted no-turn-on-red ordinance 21-026 on second reading (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance 21-027 on land development districts and referred to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance 21-028 on penalties and referred to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance 21-029 on outdoor dining and referred to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Economic Development Advisory Commission (unanimous)
• Approved deed notice for public property Block 2520, Lot 1 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public hearing to consider three applications: a new 7-Eleven convenience store with gas station at 1850 Klockner Road, and two residential additions requesting setback variances. The board will also adopt minutes from five prior meetings and the 2020 annual report.

• 7-Eleven store and gas station at 1850 Klockner Road (3,043 sq ft) with multiple variances
• Home addition at 137 Haslach Avenue (12'x24') seeking front yard setback variance
• Home addition with porch at 177 Applegate Drive (24'x24' plus 8'x12' porch) seeking side/rear setback variances
• Adoption of minutes from five meetings (Jan 12, Jan 26, Feb 9, Feb 23, Mar 23, 2021)
• Adoption of 2020 Zoning Board Annual Report

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board unanimously approved three applications: a residential addition at 137 Haslach Avenue, a residential addition at 177 Applegate Drive, and a new 7-Eleven convenience store with gasoline service at 1850 Klockner Road. All votes were unanimous. The board also adopted prior meeting minutes and the 2020 annual report.

• Approved Guzman addition with front yard variance (unanimous)
• Approved Salzano addition with side/rear yard variances (unanimous)
• Approved 7-Eleven site plan with variances (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from Jan 12, Jan 26, Feb 9, Mar 23 meetings (unanimous)
• Adopted 2020 Zoning Board Annual Report (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, starting with a public hearing. The board will consider a resolution memorializing a sign ordinance amendment and will hear two new residential subdivision applications, both requiring action by June 8, 2021.

• Resolution 21-023: ordinance amending sign regulations in Chapter 550, Article IV, §550-124
• Application 20-09-033: minor subdivision and variance relief for two lots at 65-69 Armour Ave (R-10 zone)
• Application 21-01-007: minor subdivision (lot line adjustment) for two lots at 18 Giada Court (R-10 zone)

The Hamilton Township Planning Board approved two minor subdivision applications. The first, for 65-69 Amour Ave, splits a duplex into two lots with variance relief. The second, for 18 Giada Court, adjusts lot lines to enlarge a rear yard. Both were approved unanimously with no public comment.

• Approved minor subdivision at 65-69 Amour Ave (unanimous)
• Approved minor subdivision at 18 Giada Court (unanimous)

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding a regular meeting with several resolutions and ordinances for consideration. Key items include a $7.6 million capital improvements appropriation, a $12.75 million bond refunding ordinance, and various grant applications and contracts. The meeting also includes public hearings on ordinances and a consent agenda with routine approvals.

• Ordinance 21-019: $7,605,000 capital improvements appropriation, including $500,000 and $545,000 state grants
• Ordinance 21-021: $12,750,000 refunding bond ordinance
• Resolution 21-158: Purchase of two properties on East State Street for $58,000 total
• Resolution 21-155: $463,375 contract extension with Waste Management for sludge disposal
• Resolution 21-156: $194,320 roof and gutter repair contract for John O. Wilson Neighborhood Service Center

The council unanimously adopted a $7.6M capital improvements ordinance and a $12.75M refunding bond ordinance, along with several other ordinances and resolutions. It also approved the purchase of two fire-damaged properties on East State Street for $58,000 total and a lead analyzer for the health division. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted $7.6M capital improvements ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted $12.75M refunding bond ordinance (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 1756 and 1752 East State Street for $58,000 total (5-0)
• Approved $28,250 lead analyzer for health division (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including fire consolidation grant application and other resolutions (5-0)
• Introduced no-turn-on-red ordinance on first reading (5-0)
• Adopted ordinances on handicapped parking, signs, sales, and turn prohibitions (5-0)

Environmental Commission

The commission will review several land use applications involving warehouses, billboards, and residential lot adjustments. The meeting also includes updates on the Green Team's Sustainable Jersey recertification and various old business items.

• Warehouse construction at 861 Sloan Ave
• Freight forwarding facility at 2144 East State Street
• Electronic billboard at 75 South Gold Drive
• Electronic billboard at 3666 Klockner Road
• Lot line adjustment at 137 Haslach Avenue

The Hamilton Environmental Commission reviewed six land use applications, raising environmental concerns for four and offering no comment on two. The commission also approved the March minutes and discussed ongoing projects including the Green Team's Sustainable Jersey certification, a rain garden outreach, and a recycling initiative.

• Approved minutes from March 10, 2021 meeting
• Reviewed Application No. 21-01-005, noting many environmental concerns
• Reviewed Application No. 21-03-012, flagging flooding concerns near Amtrak rail line
• Reviewed Application No. 21-03-013, noting visual impact on neighboring residential development
• Reviewed Application No. 21-03-014, noting visual impact on surrounding area
• Reviewed Application No. 21-03-015, no comment
• Reviewed Application No. 21-03-016, no comment

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 13, 2021, which was to be held via Zoom at the Municipal Building. The notice is sent to local newspapers in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. No items were discussed or decided.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Meeting was scheduled for April 13, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. via Zoom
• Location: Hamilton Township Municipal Building, 2nd Floor, Council Chambers, 2090 Greenwood Avenue

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, starting with a public hearing at 6:00 p.m. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from five prior meetings, a review of an ordinance amending sign regulations (21-023), and resolutions of memorialization for three business applications. The meeting is conducted under the Open Public Meetings Act.

• Ordinance 21-023 amending Chapter 550, Article IV, §550-124 (Signs)
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 21-01-002 (Matrix Hamilton Land, LLC)
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 21-01-003 (Matrix Hamilton Land Holding, LLC)
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 21-01-004 (Mercer Property III LLC)

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously approved an ordinance amending sign regulations in the land development code. It also unanimously approved three business applications from Matrix Hamilton Land LLC, Matrix Hamilton Land Holding LLC, and Mercer Property III, LLC. Minutes from five prior meetings were adopted unanimously.

• Approved sign ordinance amendment 21-023 (unanimous)
• Approved business application 21-02-002 for Matrix Hamilton Land LLC (unanimous)
• Approved business application 21-02-003 for Matrix Hamilton Land Holding LLC (unanimous)
• Approved business application 21-02-004 for Mercer Property III, LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from Dec 10, Jan 14, Jan 28, Feb 11, and Feb 25 meetings (unanimous)

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a range of items, including emergency temporary budgets for the municipal and sewer utility, a capital improvements ordinance, and a bond refunding ordinance. They will also consider several resolutions, including a shared services agreement with Robbinsville and appointments to municipal positions. Public hearings are scheduled for ordinances related to a lease at Homedell Recreation Center and traffic changes.

• Emergency temporary budget appropriations: $86,481,819.91 (municipal) and $13,358,947.37 (sewer utility)
• Capital improvements ordinance appropriating $7,605,000, including state grants of $500,000 and $545,000
• Refunding bond ordinance for up to $12,750,000
• Shared services agreement with Robbinsville for fire code inspections (2021-2030)
• Subrecipient grants totaling $204,800 from CDBG and CDBG-CV funds

The Hamilton Township Council approved a series of resolutions and ordinances, including emergency temporary budget appropriations of $86,481,819.91 for the municipal budget and $13,358,947.37 for the sewer utility budget. They also introduced a $7,605,000 capital improvements ordinance on first reading and adopted three ordinances on second reading, including leasing part of Homedell Recreation Center to the James R. Halsey Foundation. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved emergency temporary municipal budget appropriations of $86,481,819.91 (5-0)
• Approved emergency temporary sewer utility budget appropriations of $13,358,947.37 (5-0)
• Introduced $7,605,000 capital improvements ordinance on first reading (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance leasing Homedell Recreation Center portion to James R. Halsey Foundation (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance repealing handicapped parking space at 2014 Genesee Street (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting parking on Parent Avenue and right turn only onto South Broad Street (5-0)
• Approved shared services agreement with Robbinsville for fire code inspections (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $204,800 in CDBG subrecipient grants (5-0)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, including a public hearing on a heldover application for a 91,600 sq ft warehouse with 2,000 sq ft office at 1384 Yardville Hamilton Sq Rd. The board will also consider resolutions of memorialization for two business applications from Matrix Hamilton Land LLC and Matrix Hamilton Land Holding LLC. The meeting is procedural in nature, with the main substantive item being the warehouse proposal.

• Public hearing on Application No. 21-01-001: 91,600 sq ft warehouse with 2,000 sq ft office, variances for landscaped berm, parking setback, number of parking, front yard setback, waiver of curbing standards
• Resolution of memorialization for Application No. 21-01-002 (Matrix Hamilton Land LLC)
• Resolution of memorialization for Application No. 21-01-003 (Matrix Hamilton Land Holding LLC)
• Meeting held via Zoom with public participation instructions

The Planning Board unanimously approved a preliminary and final site plan for a 91,600 sq ft warehouse with a 2,000 sq ft office at 1384 Yardville Hamilton Sq Rd. The approval includes conditions and grants variances for the landscaped berm, parking setback, number of parking spaces, front yard setback, and a waiver of curbing standards. The board acted after hearing testimony from the applicant's team and the township's consulting engineer, who recommended roadway widening due to the exit ramp from Interstate 195. The public portion included comments from several residents before the vote.

• Approved Application No. 21-01-001 for a 91,600 sq ft warehouse with 2,000 sq ft office at 1384 Yardville Hamilton Sq Rd, with conditions.
• Granted variances for landscaped berm, parking setback, number of parking spaces, and front yard setback.
• Granted a waiver of curbing standards.
• Approved the application unanimously.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public hearing via Zoom to consider four applications. The agenda includes resolutions of memorialization for three business applications (Hewitt Street Square, 1080 Route 130, and PSE&G) and one residential application (Joel & Lindsay Adams). Public participation is allowed via Zoom or phone.

• Application No. 20-10-039: Business, Hewitt Street Square
• Application No. 20-10-040: Business, 1080 Route 130
• Application No. 20-12-048: Business, PSE&G
• Application No. 21-01-006: Residential, Joel & Lindsay Adams

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board held a regular meeting on March 23, 2021, and approved four applications by unanimous vote. These included three business applications (Hewitt Street Square, 1080 Route 130, and PSE&G) and one residential application (Joel & Lindsay Adams). The minutes were later adopted as written at the Planning Board meeting on April 27, 2021.

• Approved Application No. 20-10-039 (Hewitt Street Square) unanimously.
• Approved Application No. 20-10-040 (1080 Route 130) unanimously.
• Approved Application No. 20-12-048 (PSE&G) unanimously.
• Approved Application No. 21-01-006 (Joel & Lindsay Adams) unanimously.

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on four ordinances, including stormwater control amendments and a handicapped parking space. The consent agenda includes a $539,313.13 road improvement contract for Paxson Avenue, a $50,000 water pollution maintenance contract extension, and a resolution extending temporary outdoor dining permits through November 30, 2022. The council will also consider a lease of the Homedell Recreation Center to the James R. Halsey Foundation and a settlement of two PERC labor matters.

• Resolution 21-126: $539,313.13 contract with Earle Asphalt for Paxson Avenue road improvements (Flock Road to Robin Drive)
• Resolution 21-115: Extends temporary outdoor dining permits through November 30, 2022
• Ordinance 21-016: Lease of Homedell Recreation Center (535 East Franklin Street) to James R. Halsey Foundation
• Resolution 21-122: $17,891.58 change order for Emanuel and Lily street road improvements
• Resolution 21-128: Settlement of PERC cases with PBA Local 66, SOA, and CWA Local 1042

The Hamilton Township Council accepted the Board of Health report, which included a COVID-19 update and a community needs assessment. The council approved a consent agenda with 13 items, including a resolution to extend temporary outdoor dining permits through November 30, 2022. It also approved resolutions for road improvements on Paxson Avenue and a contract for electronic bidding services. Three ordinances were introduced for first reading, and four ordinances were adopted after a public hearing.

• Accepted the Board of Health report and the Bromley Center of the CYO Annual Report.
• Approved the consent agenda (CA1-CA13), including extending temporary outdoor dining permits through November 30, 2022.
• Approved a professional services agreement with Parker McCay for environmental litigation (up to $25,000).
• Approved a contract with Earle Asphalt for Paxson Avenue road improvements (up to $539,313.13).
• Approved a 3-year contract with Ionwave Technologies for electronic bidding services (up to $27,500).
• Authorized settlement of two Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC) matters regarding payroll checks.
• Introduced ordinances for first reading, including a lease to the James R. Halsey Foundation and parking changes.
• Adopted ordinances for second reading, including a right-of-way dedication on Bucknell Avenue and a stormwater control amendment.

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, starting with a public hearing. The board will consider a resolution of memorialization for a residential application and review a new application for preliminary and final site plan approval of a 40,000 sq ft retail building. The meeting includes public participation via Zoom or phone.

• Resolution of memorialization for Application 20-10-042, residential, owner Bruce Mancia
• New application 21-01-004 by Mercer Property III LLC for 40,000 sq ft retail building at Route 33 & Whitehorse Hamilton Sq Rd
• Request for preliminary and final site plan approval
• Board must act by July 2, 2021
• Meeting held via Zoom with public participation options

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously approved a new application by Mercer Property III LLC for preliminary and final site plan approval to construct a 40,000-square-foot retail building at Route 33 and Whitehorse Hamilton Square Road. The board also unanimously approved a resolution of memorialization for a prior residential application (No. 20-10-042) by Bruce Mancia. Public comments were heard from several residents before the vote.

• Approved unanimously: Application No. 21-01-004 (Mercer Property III LLC) for preliminary and final site plan approval of a 40,000 sq ft retail building at Route 33 & Whitehorse Hamilton Sq Rd.
• Approved unanimously: Resolution of memorialization for Application No. 20-10-042 (Bruce Mancia), a residential application.

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss Green Team recertification and public outreach for land and stream cleanups. The body is also reviewing three business land use applications for apartments, warehouses, and a storage facility.

• Application 20-07-021A: 43-unit apartment building on Cabot Drive
• Application 21-01-008: Two warehouses at 646 Route 130
• Application 21-02-010: Public storage facility and manufacturing space at 3670 Quakerbridge Road
• Sustainable Jersey Recertification
• Land & Stream Clean up public outreach

The Hamilton Environmental Commission approved the February 10, 2021 meeting minutes and reviewed three land use applications, providing comments on stormwater, wetlands, and floodplain concerns. The commission also prepared for the April 10 Land & Stream Cleanup event and discussed grant opportunities, a rain garden flyer, and a recycling initiative.

• Approved February 10, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Rodney Richards, second by Clint Griggs)
• Reviewed Application No. 20-07-021A – storm water questions
• Reviewed Application No. 21-01-008 – LOI, GP6 application, request to eliminate wetlands and 100-year flood – impacts discussed
• Reviewed Application No. 21-02-010 – No Comment

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, March 9, 2021. No items were discussed or decided due to the cancellation.

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding a regular meeting with several ordinances up for first reading, including changes to stormwater control, a handicapped parking space at 129 East Franklin Street, and accepting a donation for the 9/11 Memorial. The consent agenda includes contracts for vehicles and equipment, professional service amendments, and various refunds. The meeting is held via Zoom.

• Ordinance 21-013 amending stormwater control regulations
• Ordinance 21-014 establishing a handicapped parking space at 129 East Franklin Street
• Ordinance 21-015 accepting donation from Sean's Landscaping for 9/11 Memorial
• Contract for two 2021 Ford Escapes ($54,522.72 max)
• Contract for one Dodge Ram 550 dump truck ($97,730.42 max)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a special meeting via Zoom to consider three new applications for warehouse construction, each requiring site plan approval and various variances. The board will also vote on a resolution to memorialize a proposed ordinance amending land development fees for off-tract improvements. Public participation is available via Zoom or phone.

• Resolution 21-083: Proposed Ordinance 21-011 amending Chapter 550, Land Development, Article VIII, Fees, Guarantees and Inspections; Off-Tract Improvements, § 550-254, Fees
• Application 21-01-003: 117,942 sq ft warehouse with 5,000 sq ft office at 524 Route 130; variances for building height, parking, curbing, loading, sign height, lighting
• Application 21-01-002: 48,960 sq ft warehouse with 5,000 sq ft office on Cabot Drive; variances for setbacks, buffers, parking, curbing, sign setback/height, reforestation
• Application 21-01-001: 91,600 sq ft warehouse with 2,000 sq ft office at 1384 Yardville Hamilton Sq Rd; variances for landscaped berm, parking setback, front yard setback, curbing

The Hamilton Township Planning Board approved two warehouse applications by Matrix Realty Inc. The first, for a 117,942 sq ft warehouse at 524 Route 130, was approved unanimously (with one member absent). The second, for a 48,960 sq ft warehouse on Cabot Drive, was also approved unanimously. A third application, for a warehouse at 1384 Yardville Hamilton Square Road, was carried to the March 25, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Application 21-01-003: 117,942 sq ft warehouse with 5,000 sq ft office at 524 Route 130, including variances for height, parking, curbing, loading, sign height, and lighting.
• Approved Application 21-01-002: 48,960 sq ft warehouse with 5,000 sq ft office on Cabot Drive, including variances for setbacks, buffers, parking, curbing, signs, and reforestation.
• Carried Application 21-01-001: 91,600 sq ft warehouse with 2,000 sq ft office at 1384 Yardville Hamilton Square Road to the March 25, 2021 meeting.
• Adopted Resolution 21-083 memorializing Ordinance 21-011 regarding fees for off-tract improvements.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public hearing to consider several applications, including a proposed 75,000 sq ft warehouse, a PSE&G substation upgrade, and a residential fence waiver. The board will also vote on resolutions for previously heard business applications. Public participation is available via Zoom.

• 75,000 sq ft warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road (variance requests)
• PSE&G substation upgrades at 1855 East State Street (use variance)
• 6-foot front yard fence at 268 Sherwood Avenue (waiver request)
• Resolutions for McDonald's Corp, Hewitt Street Square, 1080 Route 130
• Virtual meeting via Zoom with public comment

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board approved all applications before it, including a PSE&G substation upgrade, a residential fence waiver, and two business memorializations. A warehouse application was carried to the next meeting. No applications were denied.

• Approved PSE&G substation upgrades at 1855 East State Street (unanimous)
• Approved fence design waiver for Joel & Lindsay Adams at 268 Sherwood Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization for Edgar Ralff, P.C. (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization for McDonalds Corp/2605, 2607, 2609, 2619 S. Broad LLC (unanimous)
• Carried warehouse application for 2367 Kuser Road to March 9, 2021

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding its regular meeting, where it will consider a consent agenda with routine resolutions, several professional service contracts, and emergency temporary budget appropriations for 2021. The council will also hold public hearings on ordinances related to handicapped parking, stormwater control, and land development fees, and introduce an ordinance accepting a right-of-way dedication.

• Emergency temporary 2021 municipal budget appropriations of $80,289,469.30
• Emergency temporary 2021 sewer utility budget appropriations of $12,637,714.29
• Contract with D.P. Brown for two Walker drives for rotating biological contractors, $39,970 maximum
• Traffic engineering services agreement with McMahon Associates for Kuser Road and Yardville-Hamilton Square Road intersection evaluation, $4,100 maximum
• Public hearings on ordinances for handicapped parking at 25 Moffat, 239 Parkinson Avenue, and 1010 William Street

The council unanimously approved an emergency temporary municipal budget of $80,596,606.30 for 2021, which includes $30 million for the fire division following consolidation. It also approved a $13.2 million temporary sewer utility budget. Several resolutions and ordinances were passed, including professional service agreements and handicapped parking changes.

• Approved emergency temporary 2021 municipal budget of $80,596,606.30 (5-0)
• Approved emergency temporary 2021 sewer utility budget of $13,226,755.71 (5-0)
• Approved $39,970 non-fair and open contract with D.P. Brown for RBC walker drives (5-0)
• Approved $4,100 traffic engineering study at Kuser Road and Yardville-Hamilton Square Road (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 architect consultant agreements with Spiezle and Tri-State Architects (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance establishing handicapped parking at 25 Moffat, 239 Parkinson Ave, 1010 William St (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance repealing handicapped spaces at 217 Main St and 103 Parker Pl (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance accepting right-of-way dedication at 160 Bucknell Ave (5-0)

Planning Board

The Board will review a resolution regarding land development fees and consider a new application for a minor subdivision at 595 Edinburg Road. The meeting also includes a memorialization resolution for a business application involving Lenco Farm, LLC.

• Proposed Ordinance 21-011: Amending Township land development fees and inspections
• Minor subdivision request for 595 Edinburg Road to create two lots
• Variance relief request for lot width, depth, and front/side yard setbacks at 595 Edinburg Road
• Memorialization of Application No: 20-05-011 for Lenco Farm, LLC/2780 Kuser Road LLC

The Hamilton Township Planning Board approved a minor subdivision application by Bruce Mancia to create two lots at 595 Edinburg Road, including variance relief for an existing dwelling. The approval was unanimous. The board also reviewed a resolution for a proposed ordinance amending land development fees, but no action was taken on it.

• Approved minor subdivision for two lots at 595 Edinburg Road with variances (unanimous)
• Reviewed Resolution 21-083 for Ordinance 21-011 on land development fees (no action recorded)

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission is meeting via Zoom to discuss public outreach, grant opportunities, and a rain garden. The body is also reviewing a land use application for a residential lot line adjustment.

• Minor subdivision approval for 18 Giada Court (Application No: 21-01-007)
• Sustainable Jersey Recertification
• Millennium Monthly Report update
• 2021 Public Outreach
• Rain Garden discussion

The Hamilton Environmental Commission met on February 10, 2021, and approved the minutes from the January 13 meeting. They discussed several ongoing initiatives, including virtual public outreach, a rain garden program, and solar awareness efforts. The commission reviewed one land use application (No. 21-01-007) and had no comments. No major decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved January 13, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Ann Wolf, second by Rick Tighe)
• Reviewed land use application No. 21-01-007 with no comments

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public hearing to consider three new business applications: a self-storage facility with a billboard, a 150-unit apartment complex with a gas station, and a 75,000 sq ft warehouse. The board will also vote on resolutions for five previously heard cases. All applications require use variances or site plan approvals.

• Self-storage facility (8 buildings, 60,525 sq ft) and 14'x48' billboard at 90' high, Hewitt Avenue, R-5 zone
• 150-unit multi-family apartment complex with convenience store and gas station at 1080 Route 130, RD zone
• 75,000 sq ft warehouse at 2367 Kuser Road, RD zone, with variances for parking setback, lot area, floor area ratio, and residential buffer
• Resolutions of memorialization for five prior applications (business and residential)

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board approved two new applications: a self-storage facility with a billboard on Hewitt Avenue and a 150-unit apartment complex with a convenience store on Route 130. Both were approved unanimously, with one abstention on the apartment complex. A warehouse application was carried to the next meeting.

• Approved self-storage facility (8 buildings, 60,525 sq ft) and billboard at Hewitt Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved 150-unit apartment complex with convenience store at 1080 Route 130 (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Carried warehouse application (75,000 sq ft) at 2367 Kuser Road to Feb 23 meeting

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several ordinances, including a $12.75 million bond refunding and a redevelopment plan for the former Congoleum site. The consent agenda includes contracts, fee refunds, and a shared services agreement for EMS dispatch. The meeting is conducted via Zoom.

• ORD7: Bond refunding ordinance up to $12,750,000
• ORD1 (2nd reading): Redevelopment plan for former Congoleum site (Block 1602, Lot 2)
• CA9: Shared services agreement with Mercer County for EMS dispatch ($110,270 max)
• CA10: Amendment to Arora engineering contract for Klockner Elementary Safe Routes project ($368,199.73 max)
• CA11: Award to American Pipe Cleaning for Hughes Drive drainage cleanout ($25,000 max)

The council voted 5-0 to adopt a redevelopment plan for the former Congoleum site (Block 1602, Lot 2), despite objections from the contract purchaser who wanted to build a warehouse. The plan allows for mixed-use development and does not permit an industrial warehouse as of right. The council also approved a consent agenda with 12 items, including a shared services agreement for EMS dispatch and a $368,199.73 engineering contract for the Klockner Elementary School project.

• Adopted redevelopment plan for former Congoleum site (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda CA1-CA12 (5-0)
• Approved resolution amending Zoning Board of Adjustment reappointments (5-0)
• Approved assignment of tax sale certificates for 5 properties (5-0)
• Introduced ordinances for handicapped parking, stormwater control, and land development fees (5-0)
• Adopted ordinances 21-001 through 21-007, including $12.75M refunding bond ordinance (5-0)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a special meeting via Zoom to consider resolutions for three prior applications and hear two warehouse proposals. The board must act on the 245,670 sq ft warehouse at 2780 Kuser Road by January 31, 2021, and will also review a new 266,000 sq ft warehouse at Hamilton Marketplace. Public participation is available via Zoom or phone.

• Resolution of memorialization for Harvest 787 Rt 33 (business)
• Resolution of memorialization for Denholtz Acquisition LLC (business)
• Resolution of memorialization for John Alastick (residential)
• Heldover application: 245,670 sq ft warehouse at 2780 Kuser Road, variances for parking, building height, side yard setback
• New application: 266,000 sq ft warehouse at Hamilton Marketplace, variances for lot width, parking, sign setback

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual special meeting to consider a heldover application for a solar panel facility on Sweetbriar Ave. The applicant, Philip Vecere/Synnergy, is seeking preliminary and final site plan approval, variance relief from front, side, and rear yard setbacks, and a design waiver for paving access driveways. The board must act on this application by January 31, 2021. The meeting will also include resolutions of memorialization for two residential applications.

• Application 16-05-012A: Solar panel facility, Sweetbriar Ave., Map 32/33, Section 1581, Lot 27, Zone IND
• Request: Preliminary & final site plan approval, variance relief from setbacks, design waiver for paving access driveways
• Board must act by January 31, 2021
• Resolutions of memorialization: Application 20-06-020 (Daniel Piotrowski, Residential)
• Resolutions of memorialization: Application 20-10-045 (Carlos Vitale, Residential)

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will discuss the 2019 annual audit and vote on resolutions related to it, including a corrective action plan. The council will also consider a bond ordinance to refund up to $12,750,000 of prior bonds, along with a large consent agenda of professional service contracts, appointments, and fee refunds.

• Discussion and resolutions on the 2019 Annual Audit, including a corrective action plan
• ORD7: Refunding Bond Ordinance for up to $12,750,000
• CA6: Contract for crack sealer melter applicator ($78,903 max)
• CA20: Tax appeal counsel services ($90,000 shared max)
• CA27: Accounting and auditing services with Mercadien, P.C. ($80,000 max)

The council unanimously approved the 2019 annual audit and a corrective action plan for audit findings, and introduced a $12.75 million refunding bond ordinance. It also approved a consent agenda with numerous resolutions, including contracts for playground equipment, professional services, and a crack sealer. Public comments included requests for speed humps on Estates Boulevard and concerns about the Congoleum site redevelopment.

• Approved 2019 annual audit and corrective action plan (unanimous)
• Introduced $12.75M refunding bond ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with 27 resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved $78,903 contract for crack sealer melter applicator
• Approved $56,602.58 for playground surfacing and equipment
• Approved $90,000 shared tax appeal counsel services
• Approved $80,000 accounting and auditing services with Mercadien
• Approved Girl Scouts cookie sales Jan-Mar 2021

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a special meeting via Zoom to elect officers, adopt minutes, and review several applications. Key items include a heldover application for a 245,670 sq ft warehouse at 2780 Kuser Road, and resolutions related to redevelopment plans for the Lalor Street area and Block 1602, Lot 2. The board must act on the warehouse application by January 31, 2021.

• Application 20-05-011: 245,670 sq ft warehouse at 2780 Kuser Road, requesting variances for parking, curbing, building height, and setback
• Resolution 20-054: Redevelopment plan for Lalor Street Redevelopment Area (Block 2175, Lots 2-15 and 17)
• Resolution 20-338: Authorizing preparation of redevelopment plan for Block 1602, Lot 2
• Memorialization of applications 20-08-028 (residential), 20-09-031 (business), and 20-10-044 (business)
• Adoption of minutes from October 7, October 22, and November 12, 2020 meetings

The Hamilton Township Planning Board held its annual reorganization meeting, electing Robert Calabro as Chairman and Michael Maloney as Vice Chairman, and reappointing R. Scott King as counsel and Sabrina Bowling as secretary. The board approved minutes from three prior meetings, memorialized four applications, and adopted two redevelopment resolutions. A warehouse application for 2780 Kuser Road was continued to January 28, 2021, due to traffic concerns.

• Elected Robert Calabro as Chairman unanimously
• Elected Michael Maloney as Vice Chairman unanimously
• Reappointed R. Scott King as Planning Board Attorney unanimously
• Reappointed Sabrina Bowling as Planning Board Secretary unanimously
• Adopted 2021 meeting dates unanimously
• Approved minutes from Oct 7, Oct 22, Nov 12, 2020 unanimously
• Memorialized applications 20-08-028, 20-09-031, 20-10-044 unanimously
• Approved redevelopment resolutions 20-054 and 20-338 unanimously

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission is reviewing four business land use applications for warehouses and retail space. The body is also discussing the 2021 annual calendar, public outreach, and Sustainable Jersey Recertification.

• Application 21-01-001: 91,600sqft warehouse and 2,000sqft office at 1384 Yardville Hamilton Sq Rd
• Application 21-01-002: 48,960sqft warehouse and 5,000sqft office at Cabot Drive
• Application 21-01-003: 117,942sqft warehouse and 5,000sqft office at 524 Route 130
• Application 21-01-004: 40,000sqft retail building at Route 33 & Whitehorse Hamilton Sq Rd
• Sustainable Jersey Recertification discussion

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual special meeting on January 12, 2021, to hear and decide on seven applications. These include four held-over business applications and three homeowner applications, each seeking variances or site plan approvals. The board will also elect officers, adopt official newspapers, and set meeting dates for 2021 and early 2022.

• 98,029 sq ft 4-story self-storage building with 8,045 sq ft retail at 700 & 720 Sloan Ave (Application 20-05-014)
• 1,335 sq ft addition to dental office at 4210 S. Broad St (Application 20-08-027)
• Lot line readjustment creating two lots at 2556 & 2609 S. Broad St (Application 20-08-029)
• 16' 2" x 24' 4" shed at 55 Bismark Ave (Application 20-10-046)
• 24'x40' metal accessory building at 36 Locust Avenue (Application 20-12-049)

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting, including the swearing-in of Council-elect Charles F. Whalen and election of officers. The consent agenda includes resolutions for the 2021 budget, contracts, and licenses, while a separate ordinance introduces a redevelopment plan for the former Congoleum site.

• Temporary budget appropriations: $34,900,971.19 (general) and $8,872,460.95 (sewer)
• New hotel/motel liquor license for Courtyard by Marriott ($30,090.00)
• Contract with Kalogridis Contracting for Kino Boulevard retaining wall repair ($55,055.00)
• Shared services agreement with school district for COVID-19 nursing support ($0)
• First reading of ordinance adopting redevelopment plan for former Congoleum site (Block 1602, Lot 2)

The Hamilton Township Council held its 2021 reorganization meeting, swearing in Councilmember Charles F. Whalen, who won the November 2020 election with 25,091 votes. The council unanimously elected Pasquale "Pat" Papero as Council President and Nancy Phillips as Council Vice President for 2021. The council approved a 24-item consent agenda, including resolutions for 2021 meeting dates, holidays, official newspapers, and various contracts and refunds, with Councilmember Carabelli abstaining on the towing license extension (CA8). The council also approved 10 resolutions, including a $55,055 contract for Kino Boulevard retaining wall repair and professional service agreements for medical, veterinary, and financial advisory services.

• Swore in Councilmember Charles F. Whalen, winner of the November 2020 election with 25,091 votes
• Elected Pasquale 'Pat' Papero as Council President and Nancy Phillips as Council Vice President for 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda CA1-CA24, including 2021 meeting dates, holidays, and official newspapers (5-0, Carabelli abstained on CA8)
• Approved $55,055 contract with Kalogridis Contracting for Kino Boulevard retaining wall replacement (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 medical director agreement with Dr. Stephen Vetrano for the Fire Division (5-0)
• Approved agreements making Hamilton Fire Division a participating agency in NJ All-Hazards Incident Management Team and Task Force One (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreements for engineering, planning, surveying, and architectural services (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance 21-001 adopting a redevelopment plan for the former Congoleum site (5-0)