Hamilton public meetings in 2024

Town Council

The council will consider resolutions supporting two cannabis retail/dispensary license applications to the state Cannabis Regulatory Commission. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with over 40 resolutions covering grants, contracts, budget transfers, and professional service agreements.

• Resolution supporting Blazin Brown Suga LLC's Class 5 cannabis retail and dispensary license application
• Resolution supporting Northeast Alternatives NJ LLC's Class 5 dispensary license application
• Consent agenda includes $1,400,000 grant for police headquarters roof replacement
• Consent agenda includes $300,000 FEMA grant for self-contained breathing apparatus for fire division
• Consent agenda includes $142,053.33 opioid settlement grant and $622,009 CDBG budget insertions

The Hamilton Township Council approved a 47-item consent agenda covering contracts, grants, and professional services, and adopted three ordinances on second reading. It also passed resolutions supporting two cannabis dispensary license applications, with one abstention each. The meeting included no major policy debates and adjourned at 7:55 pm.

• Approved consent agenda CA1-CA47 (5-0, with abstention on CA37)
• Adopted ordinance 24-051 repealing handicapped parking at 84 Marshall Avenue West (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance 24-052 establishing handicapped parking at six locations (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance 24-053 accepting easements for 2144 East State Street (5-0)
• Approved resolution 24-451 supporting Blazin Brown Sugga LLC cannabis retail license (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved resolution 24-452 supporting Northeast Alternatives NJ LLC cannabis dispensary license (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Jessica Crea as Township Tax Collector (5-0)
• Approved $2,305,000 budget transfers (consent agenda CA5)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for December 12, 2024. No business will be conducted.

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will consider five land use applications, including three from Aqua New Jersey to construct PFAS water treatment buildings and one from Walmart for a 4,920 sq ft addition for online pick-up. The commission will also discuss the 2025 budget and annual report. Public comments on the applications are due by December 21, 2024.

• Three Aqua New Jersey PFAS water treatment building additions at 463 Paxson Ave, 51 Park Ave, and Paxson Ave (R-10 zone)
• Walmart 4,920 sq ft addition for online pick-up at Bacon Ave, with variances for impervious coverage, floor area, parking, and signage
• CGN Investments 4,316 sq ft warehouse at Bacon Ave, with variance relief from rear yard setback
• Discussion of the 2025 Environmental Commission budget
• Discussion of the annual report

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission approved its 2025 budget, which was decreased from the previous year after member recommendations. The commission also reviewed three Aqua New Jersey PFAS water treatment building applications and two other business site plans, with comments due by December 21, 2024. No final decisions were made on these applications, as they are pending review.

• Approved 2025 budget with motion by Haig Kasabach, seconded by Karl Vetter
• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reviewed five land use applications (Aqua New Jersey, CGN Investments, Walmart) with comments due December 21, 2024
• Set December 30, 2024 deadline for EAC t-shirt orders and payments
• Set December 30, 2024 deadline for annual report comments

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for December 10, 2024. No items will be considered or discussed.

• December 10, 2024 regular meeting cancelled

Town Council

The Council is reviewing support for Kulture Hamilton, LLC's cannabis cultivator, manufacturer, and retail license applications. The meeting includes several budget revenue insertions and shared health services contracts with neighboring townships. Public hearings are scheduled for ordinances regarding employee salaries, fire prevention, and land use regulations.

• Support for Kulture Hamilton, LLC's Class 1, 2, and 5 cannabis licenses
• Contract for Homedell Building playground equipment and surfacing not to exceed $271,923.19
• Engineering services for Yardville-Groveville force main rehabilitation maximum of $66,614.20
• Purchase of a 2025 Ford Transit animal transport van not to exceed $103,418.00
• Budget revenue insertions: GCADA grant ($40,811.00) and Holiday Crackdown grant ($10,500.00)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing, consider an ordinance referral for proposed amendments to multiple residential district codes (RRC, R-25, R-15, R-10, R-7, R-5), adopt minutes from three prior meetings, and act on several applications including a major subdivision at 230 McAdoo Ave and resolutions of memorialization for five prior applications.

• Ordinance referral for amendments to Chapter 550 land development districts (RRC, R-25, R-15, R-10, R-7, R-5)
• Homeowner application for major subdivision creating four lots at 230 McAdoo Ave (R-10 zone, must act by Dec 21, 2024)
• Resolutions of memorialization for five prior applications (residential and business)
• Public hearing to start at 6:00 p.m.

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will discuss updates on pollinator initiatives, the Adopt-A-Drain proposal, leaf collection and composting information, and the holiday party. Old business includes a liaison update on wildflower/pollinator meadows, the community garden, and Sustainable Jersey. No land use applications are on the agenda.

• Pollinator/wildflower meadows given to Mayor (update)
• Adopt-A-Drain proposal discussed
• Review of leaf collection/composting information
• Holiday party planning (Dec 11, 2024, Chiarello's catering)
• Sustainable Jersey update

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a $5 million bond for wastewater treatment system improvements and the acquisition of 1755 Roberts Avenue. The body is also reviewing updates to land use legislation and speed limit regulations.

• Proposed $5,000,000 in sewer utility bonds for wastewater treatment system improvements
• Proposed acquisition of 1755 Roberts Avenue
• Contract for wastewater utility survey services with Roberts Engineering Group, LLC up to $149,234.00
• Contract for first responder PPE with Turn Out Fire and Safety not to exceed $136,000.00
• Proposed $50,000.00 for Department of Information and Technology computer replacements

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, 2024. No business will be conducted.

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for October 24, 2024. No business will be conducted at this time.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for two residential variance requests. The board will also consider a resolution of memorialization for a business application.

• Application 24-09-028: 15’x26’ sunroom and 15’ aboveground pool at 210 Randall Ave
• Application 24-10-031: 5’x24’ and 4’x19’ garage additions at 38 Misty Meadow Lane
• Resolution of memorialization for Mesivta Ohr Yisroel Inc (Application 23-12-041)

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on a $6,489,850 capital improvement bond ordinance, along with first readings of a $5,000,000 sewer utility bond and several other ordinances. The consent agenda includes over two dozen resolutions covering contracts, grants, and refunds, notably a $1.67M pump station rehabilitation and $214,760 for engineering services. Discussion items include a presentation from the Director of Health, Recreation, Senior & Veteran Services and the 2023 Best Practices Inventory.

• $6,489,850 capital improvement bond for various projects (second reading/public hearing)
• $5,000,000 sewer utility bond for wastewater treatment system improvements (first reading)
• $1,670,650 contract with Brave Industrial Painting for Klockner Road Pump Station structural rehabilitation
• $214,760 contract with Kleinfelder, Inc. for design and construction services to replace eight rotating biological contactors
• Resolution authorizing temporary alcohol sales during Oktoberfest 2024 in Veterans Park

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA) board will meet on Oct. 10, 2024, via Microsoft Teams. The agenda includes approval of minutes from four prior meetings (2023-2024), election of a new chair (currently vacant), and discussion of programmatic updates and the need for new commissioners. No major policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Election of new HAASA chairperson (position vacant)
• Approval of minutes from April 6, 2023; June 1, 2023; April 4, 2024; and June 6, 2024
• Call for new commissioners to fill vacancies
• Programmatic updates from the Alliance Coordinator
• Upcoming Township Event: Oktoberfest

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a proposal for a 4,860 sq ft car wash and a residential driveway widening. The board will also address resolutions of memorialization for two ordinances and two previous applications.

• Proposal for 4,860 sq ft car wash at 1030 State Hwy 33
• Driveway widening request at 50 Martin Ln
• Ordinance 24-041 regarding HC Highway Commercial & GC General Commercial Districts
• Ordinance 24-036 regarding R-15, R-10, R-7 and R-5 residential districts
• Swearing in of Latoya Wilson as Class IV member (Vice Chair)

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will discuss land use applications for a minor subdivision at 193 Vetterlein Ave and a use variance for expansion at 397 Cypress Lane, along with updates on pollinator initiatives, leaf collection, and an Adopt-A-Drain proposal. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and member term renewals.

• Application 24-10-030: Minor subdivision to create two lots at 193 Vetterlein Ave (R-10 zone)
• Application 24-10-032: Use variance for reconstruction/expansion at 397 Cypress Lane (REO-5 zone)
• Review of leaf collection/composting information
• Discussion of Adopt-A-Drain proposal
• Name plate purchase at $33.59 each from W.B. Mason

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for October 8, 2024. No items will be discussed or decided at this time.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss amendments to land use legislation regarding commercial and residential districts. The board is also reviewing four applications for residential and business property modifications.

• Ordinance amending HC Highway Commercial & GC General Commercial Districts (§ 550-78)
• Ordinance amending R-15, R-10, R-7 and R-5 single-family residential districts (§ 550-74)
• Application 24-08-026: 14’x28’ garage and driveway widening at 350 Redfern St
• Application 23-11-034: Creation of 3 lots at 810 Hughes Dr/1008 Mercerville-Edinburg Rd
• Application 21-11-043: 1,800 sq. ft garage addition and 9,000 sq. ft pole barn at 20 Nami Lane

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider two applications: a homeowner's request for a pool permit waiver and a business's request for a use variance to convert an office building into a Yeshiva dormitory. The business application requires action by September 30, 2024.

• Application 24-05-022: Toni Ball seeks a waiver of pool standards and checklist for a 16'x32' aboveground pool with deck at 356 E. Franklin St (R-5 zone).
• Application 23-12-041: Mesivta Ohr Yisroel, Inc. requests a use variance to convert an existing office building into a dormitory at 120 State Hwy 156 (CC zone).
• Board must decide on pool waiver by November 12, 2024.
• Board must decide on use variance by September 30, 2024.
• Meeting includes standard opening procedures and public comment rules.

Town Council

The Town Council is reviewing a proposal to appropriate $6,489,850 for capital improvements and related expenses. The body is also discussing new affordable housing regulations and various land use and parking ordinances.

• Proposed appropriation of $6,489,850 for capital improvements (Ord 24-032)
• Contract with Diamond Construction for ADA curb cut/sidewalk improvements ($139,070.00 maximum)
• Contract with National Diagnostic Services for fire department healthcare screenings (up to $175,000.00)
• Proposed ordinance establishing permits for commercial filming and still photography (Ord 24-035)
• Temporary waiver of all adoption fees at the Hamilton Township Animal Shelter through October 31, 2024

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing, swear in two new members, and adopt minutes from prior meetings. They will also consider a resolution of memorialization for a business application and two new applications: a site plan and variance request for a 1,800 sq ft addition and 9,000 sq ft pole barn on Nami Lane, and a PSE&G proposal for a 2,736 sq ft building and remote terminal unit on Exton Avenue requiring conditional use approval.

• Swearing in Michael Maloney as Class I member and Latoya Wilson as Class IV Vice Chair
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 24-03-010 (CSB Holdings LLC, 12 Franklin St)
• New application 21-11-043: 1,800 sq ft garage addition and 9,000 sq ft pole barn at 20 Nami Lane, with variance relief from lot depth, front/rear/side setbacks, and impervious coverage
• New application 24-03-011: PSE&G proposes 2,736 sq ft regular building and 428 sq ft remote terminal unit at 1025 Exton Ave, requesting site plan and conditional use approval

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission and Green Team will meet to discuss pollinator initiatives and the Green Team work schedule. The agenda includes updates on the community garden, Sustainable Jersey, and the Oktoberfest event on October 20.

• Pollinator initiatives
• Green Team monthly work schedule
• Oktoberfest event on 10/20 from 11am-5pm
• Sustainable Jersey and ERI updates
• Community garden update

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission met on September 11, 2024, and approved the minutes from the August 14 meeting. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and discussions about ongoing initiatives such as pollinator plantings, a community garden, and Oktoberfest planning.

• Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Haig Kasabach, second by Cathy Wagner)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for September 10, 2024. No items were discussed or decided.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to adopt previous meeting minutes and memorialize a business application. The board will also consider a residential application for a pool and deck installation.

• Resolution of memorialization for Application No. 24-05-021 (Hough Maple-Shade LLC)
• Application No. 24-05-022: Request for 16’x32’ aboveground pool and 7’x12’ deck at 356 E. Franklin St
• Waiver of pool standards and checklist waiver for 356 E. Franklin St

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 22, 2024. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will hold public hearings on ordinances including a $6,489,850 capital improvement bond and the $45,000 acquisition of the White Horse Fire House. They will vote on a consent agenda with 30 resolutions covering contracts, grants, refunds, and a developer's agreement for Waterview Center Phase 3. A discussion item will recess the council to convene as the Board of Health.

• Public hearing on $6,489,850 capital improvement bond ordinance (ORD4)
• Public hearing on ordinance to acquire White Horse Fire House at 19 Locust Avenue for $45,000 (ORD5)
• Developer's agreement for Waterview Center Phase 3 at 3000 Waterview Drive (CA5)
• $570,000 contract for tub grinding services at the ecological facility (CA12)
• $120,000 contract for traffic signal maintenance and emergency repairs (CA13)

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting. Items include approval of July minutes, updates on Green Team pollinator initiatives, and scheduling for future events. Old business includes council liaison updates and National Night Out. New business includes approving 2025 meeting dates and discussing Oktoberfest participation.

• Approval of July meeting minutes
• Discussion of pollinator initiatives and wildflower meadows
• Update on National Night Out and Sustainable Jersey
• Review and approval of 2025 meeting dates
• Oktoberfest event planning for October 20

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The regular meeting of the Hamilton Township Zoning Board scheduled for August 13, 2024, has been cancelled.

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 8, 2024. No business will be conducted at this time.

• Meeting cancelled; no applications or items considered

Planning Board

The Hamilton Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider two new applications. One is a 170,800 sq ft warehouse at 600 Horizon Drive requiring variance relief. The other is a 1,800 sq ft garage addition and 9,000 sq ft pole barn at 20 Nami Lane. One prior application (24-04-017) is up for resolution of memorialization.

• Application 21-11-043: 1,800 sq ft addition to existing garage & 9,000 sq ft pole barn at 20 Nami Lane; seeks preliminary/final site plan and variances from lot depth, front yard setback, side/rear setback, and impervious coverage.
• Application 24-03-010: 170,800 sq ft warehouse at 600 Horizon Drive; seeks preliminary/final site plan and variances from front yard setback, building height, and number of paving spaces.
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 24-04-017 (residential) by JP Property LLC.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a single business application. The applicant, Hough Maple Shade LLC, seeks a use variance and waiver of site plan to convert an existing gas station building into a convenience store at 2596 S. Broad Street. The board must act by October 15, 2024.

• Application 24-05-021: Convert gas station to convenience store with use variance and site plan waiver at 2596 S. Broad Street (Map 280, Lots 1-3, R-5 zone). Board deadline October 15, 2024.

Town Council

The Hamilton Town Council will consider a cannabis manufacturing license, a $6.9 million capital improvement bond ordinance (second reading), and a separate $6.5 million bond for first reading. They will also vote on resolutions for road grants, health insurance contracts, and various refunds and appointments. A public hearing is scheduled for the stormwater code amendment and the capital bond ordinance.

• Resolution 24-310 supporting a Class 2 cannabis manufacturing license for Kailash 6638 L.L.C. and rescinding prior resolution
• Second reading of Ordinance 24-027 appropriating $6,909,850 for capital improvements, financed by $6,564,357 in bonds
• Consent agenda items for Klockner Road improvements: $1.5M (MA-2025) and $900,000 (LTPF-2024) state aid grants
• Consent item 24-304 authorizing a health insurance administration contract with Aetna-Meritain ASO with up to $19.9M liability
• First reading of Ordinance 24-032 appropriating $6,489,850 for additional capital improvements and related bonds

Planning Board

The Hamilton Planning Board will consider a new residential application to create three lots at 42 Potter Avenue. The board will also review resolutions regarding amendments to the township's stormwater control code.

• Minor subdivision and variance requests for 42 Potter Ave
• Ordinance amending stormwater control code (Chapter 577)
• Business application from Fortune Builders LLC

Environmental Commission

The commission will review June meeting minutes and receive updates on Green Team pollinator initiatives and work schedules. The agenda includes discussing suggestions for wildflower and pollinator meadows and receiving updates on Sustainable Jersey and ERI. Members will also receive an update on supplies ordered for National Night Out.

• Pollinator initiatives update
• Wildflower/pollinator meadow suggestions
• National Night Out supply updates (pens, straws, stickers)
• Sustainable Jersey and ERI updates

Planning Board

The board will consider an ordinance amending the township's stormwater control code. The meeting also includes resolutions for land development amendments and applications for residential and business uses.

• Ordinance 24-025 regarding stormwater control (Chapter 577)
• Resolution of Memorialization 24-026 for land development (Chapter 550)
• Residential application by Michael & Carisa Restuccia
• Business application by Fortune Builders LLC

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The board will review and adopt meeting minutes from five sessions held between January and May 2024. The agenda also includes resolutions of memorialization for two business applications.

• Adoption of meeting minutes from January, February, March, and May 2024
• Resolution of memorialization for 3332 Hamilton Real Estate Inc
• Resolution of memorialization for Hamilton Storage LLC

Town Council

The council will review ordinances regarding capital improvements and updates to parking and land-use codes. The agenda also includes resolutions for cannabis licenses, affordable housing grants, and a property settlement.

• $412,500 grant for five single-family homes on Hunt Avenue
• $6,909,850 appropriation for capital improvements and bond issuance
• $45,000 settlement and property purchase for 19 Locust Avenue
• $70,000 cannabis testing laboratory permit for Green Analytics East, LLC
• $65,000 contract with Princeton Animal Hospital for animal shelter care

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 13, 2024. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Environmental Commission will discuss Green Team pollinator initiatives and committee updates. The agenda also includes reviews of several land use applications for commercial and residential developments.

• Site plan for a 4,860 sq. ft car wash at 1030 State Hwy 33
• Minor subdivision to create three lots at 42 Potter Ave
• Minor subdivision to create four lots at 230 McAdoo Ave
• Conversion of gas station to convenience store at 2596 S. Broad St

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 11, 2024. No business will be conducted at this time.

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The meeting includes administrative updates regarding the election of a new chairperson to fill a vacancy. The board will also discuss the need for new commissioners and upcoming township events.

• Election of a new chairperson to fill a vacancy
• Recruitment of new commissioners
• Presentation by Carol Nicholas from Greater Mercer Public Health Partnership
• Approval of minutes from April 2023, June 2023, and April 2024

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a business application for a 122,400 sq ft self-storage facility at 1514, 1524, and 1530 Kuser Rd, requiring use variances and site plan approval. The board must act by July 26, 2024. The agenda also includes resolutions of memorialization for two residential applications.

• Application 23-10-031: 122,400 sq ft self-storage facility by Hamilton Storage LLC at 1514, 1524, 1530 Kuser Rd
• Use variance and preliminary/final site plan approval requested
• Variance for side yard parking buffer
• Resolutions of memorialization for residential applications 24-04-013 (Volodymyr Huchko) and 24-04-014 (Mark Smith/Ed Leigh)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on May 23, 2024, starting with a public hearing at 6:00 p.m. The board will consider an ordinance amending the township's land development code, as well as new applications for a residential driveway widening and a restaurant construction project. The agenda also includes resolutions memorializing two prior business applications.

• Ordinance 24-026 amending Chapter 550 (Land Development)
• New application 24-05-019: widen driveway to 32' at 7 Valley Rd (waiver of driveway standards)
• New application 23-04-008: construct 1,924 sq ft restaurant on S. Olden Ave (variance for impervious coverage)
• Resolutions for applications 23-11-035 (ER/UDC Hamilton LLC) and 24-04-012 (Denholtz 800 Horizon Dr)

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will hold a regular meeting with resolutions, ordinances, and public comments. Key actions include approving a $1.57 million federal grant for library renovations, several smaller grants, and multiple change orders for construction projects. The council will also hold public hearings on three ordinances to lease space at the Homedell Recreation Center to local nonprofits.

• Resolution 24-212: $1,567,179 for Hamilton Free Public Library renovations
• Resolution 24-209: $40,000 CDBG grant to Hamilton Area YMCA
• Resolution 24-210: $21,742 CDBG grant to Fan Favorite Youth Club
• Ordinances 24-019 to 24-021: Leases at Homedell Recreation Center to Camp Fire NJ, James R. Halsey Foundation, Big Brothers/Big Sisters
• Resolution 24-218: $64,596 change order for Fire Station 19 roof replacement

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on May 14, 2024, to hear several applications. The most significant item is a proposal for a 22-unit condominium/townhome development at 3332 S. Broad St, which requires preliminary and final site plan approval and a variance from building coverage. The board will also consider two residential additions and memorialize three prior applications.

• 22-unit condominium/townhome development at 3332 S. Broad St (Application 21-06-023A)
• Residential addition at 120 Lafayette Ave (Application 24-04-013)
• Residential addition at 15 Shellflower Ln (Application 24-04-014)
• Memorialization of three prior applications (24-03-007, 23-11-038, 23-09-029)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for May 9, 2024. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled for May 9, 2024

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will review April meeting minutes and receive updates on Green Team initiatives, including community gardens and pollinator programs. The commission will also hear reports on recycling plans, invasive species, and recent environmental events.

• Updates on community gardens and pollinator initiatives
• Update on the rain garden for the new municipal building
• Updates on food waste recycling and a recycling communication plan
• Summary of the April 13 stream and community cleanup
• Summary of the May 4 rain barrel event

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding its regular meeting with a public hearing and adoption of the 2024 municipal budget, along with several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include committing affordable housing trust funds to ARC Mercer for two properties, authorizing a stormwater management partnership with Rutgers, and introducing ordinances to lease space at the Homedell Recreation Center to three nonprofits. The agenda also includes routine approvals, contract extensions, and fee refunds.

• Adoption of 2024 municipal budget (Resolution 24-204)
• Affordable housing grants: $125,000 for 61 Pope Ave and $100,000 for 6 Kim Valley Rd to ARC Mercer
• Stormwater management agreement with Rutgers Cooperative Extension, total up to $49,606
• Lease ordinances for Homedell Recreation Center to Camp Fire NJ, James R. Halsey Foundation, and Big Brothers/Big Sisters
• Handicapped parking spaces at 29 McClellan Ave and 110 Tindall Ave (Ordinance 24-018)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on two new business applications. The first is a proposal to create two lots and construct a 48,660 sq ft four-story hotel at 700-720 Sloan Ave, requiring multiple variances. The second is a proposal to convert a 40,500 sq ft building at 1100 Negron Dr into a pickleball facility with a café/restaurant, requesting a waiver of site plan review. The board must act on the hotel application by July 3, 2024, and on the pickleball facility by August 10, 2024.

• Hotel proposal: 48,660 sq ft four-story hotel at 700-720 Sloan Ave, requiring use variance, height, setback, and other variances
• Pickleball facility: conversion of 40,500 sq ft building at 1100 Negron Dr, with café/restaurant, requesting waiver of site plan review
• Yardville Supply Redevelopment Report to be memorialized
• Public hearing starts at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for April 23, 2024.

Town Council

The Hamilton Town Council is holding a budget workshop meeting to review proposed department budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. Presentations will cover the Department of Community & Economic Development, Department of Public Works, Municipal Clerk, and Township Council.

• Department of Community & Economic Development budget review
• Department of Public Works budget review
• Municipal Clerk budget review
• Township Council budget review

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will consider a consent agenda with 18 resolutions, including a $90,026,827.17 temporary budget, several contracts, and grant acceptances. They will also hold a public hearing on a property maintenance ordinance and introduce a handicapped parking ordinance. The meeting includes a brief session as the Board of Health.

• Temporary budget of $90,026,827.17
• Contract for emergency generator at Senior Center: $397,267.47
• Fireworks for July 4th event: $28,000 maximum
• Green Acres grant allocation: $1,050,000 for open space
• Public hearing on grass/weed abatement cost recovery ordinance

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding a budget workshop meeting to review proposed 2024 department budgets. Presentations will cover the Department of Health, Recreation, Senior & Veteran Services and the Department of Water Pollution Control. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Review of Health, Recreation, Senior & Veteran Services budget, including Animal Control, Public Health, Recreation, and Senior Citizens programs
• Review of Water Pollution Control budget, covering sewer line and pump station maintenance
• Discussion of special events funding: 4th of July, Winter Wonderland, Azalea Festival, Oktoberfest
• Review of facility budgets: Kuser Farm, Bromley Neighborhood Service Center, Grafton House, Sayen House, Nottingham Ballroom

Planning Board

The Hamilton Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing. The board will consider a preliminary report from the Alaimo Group on whether a specific area, including Block 2658 Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 13, 21, 45, 46, qualifies as a non-condemnation area in need of redevelopment. The board will also adopt resolutions of memorialization for four prior applications, including business and residential cases.

• Yardville Supply redevelopment report for Block 2658 Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 13, 21, 45, 46
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 22-09-018 (White Eagle Printing/Joseph Stremlo/Ainsley Williams/Crestwood Ventures, applicant Denholtz)
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 23-04-013 (HRP Mercer Urban Renewal LLC)
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 23-12-042 (Estuardo Naula, residential)
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 24-01-002 (Children's Specialized Hospital, business)

Environmental Commission

The Commission will review land use applications for commercial developments and site plans. The meeting also includes updates on recycling initiatives and upcoming community environmental events.

• Site plan for a 170,800 sq. ft warehouse at 19 Industrial Dr.
• PSE&G building and remote terminal unit construction at 1052 Exton Ave.
• Parking lot modification at 1 South Gold Dr.
• Stream and community cleanup on April 13, 2024.
• Rain barrel event on May 4, 2024.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled for April 9, 2024

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding a budget workshop meeting to review proposed 2024 department budgets. Presentations cover the Department of Law, Administration, Mayor's Office, and Public Safety (Fire Division), with no final votes scheduled.

• Department of Law budget review, including municipal prosecutor and legal services
• Department of Administration budget review, including IT and human resources
• Mayor's Office budget review, including HamStat citizen response
• Fire Division budget review, including salaries, vehicles, and equipment
• Fire consolidation expenses included in budget review

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse will meet via Zoom to discuss programmatic updates and the need for new commissioners. The board will also hold an election for a new chairperson to fill a vacant seat.

• Election of new chairperson
• Discussion on need for new commissioners
• Presentation by Michelle Szwed, Director of Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment @ Creative Change Counseling
• Approval of minutes from April 6, 2023 and June 1, 2023

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Town Council is holding a budget workshop meeting to review proposed department budgets. Presentations will cover the Municipal Court, the Division of Police, and the Department of Finance, with officials providing details on their respective spending plans. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn at 8:10 PM.

• Municipal Court budget review with Judge Santicinto and Court Administrator Jessica Hammill
• Police Department budget review, including police vehicles and 911 dispatch, with Chief DeBoskey and Sgt. Steven Gould
• Finance Department budget review, including audit, revenue collection, and tax assessment, with Director Eugenia Poulos and Budget Officer John Calderone

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will introduce the CY2024 municipal budget and hold a public hearing on an ordinance to exceed state budget appropriation limits. The consent agenda includes road paving contracts, a new fire department vehicle, tax appeal settlements, and a shared EMS dispatch agreement with Mercer County. Several commendations recognizing April observances are also scheduled.

• Introduction of CY2024 municipal budget (Res. 24-162)
• Ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish cap bank (24-016)
• Shared services agreement with Mercer County for EMS dispatch, $129,750 max (24-143)
• Contract with Barrett Paving for Genesee Street roadway improvements, $593,704.05 max (24-153)
• Contract with Top Line Construction for Samuel Street roadway improvements, $257,942.64 max (24-154)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 28, 2024. The meeting was to be held at the Municipal Building, 2nd Floor, Council Chambers, 2090 Greenwood Avenue, at 6:00 P.M. No items were discussed or decided because the meeting will not take place.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Original date: March 28, 2024 at 6:00 P.M.
• Location: Hamilton Township Municipal Building, 2nd Floor, Council Chambers, 2090 Greenwood Avenue

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four applications: a large commercial electric vehicle sales/service building, two residential additions, and a carport enclosure. The board will also memorialize two previously decided residential applications. All items are up for discussion and possible action.

• 2144 East State Rd Industrial LLC: 34,754 sq ft EV sales/service building at 2144 East State Street, seeking site plan approval, use variance, and multiple bulk variances
• Maria Sarmiento Pascual: 9.4' x 13.8' addition at 356 Schiller Ave, seeking building coverage variance and checklist waiver
• Darren & Annette Sussman: carport enclosure at 19 Duncan Dr, seeking side yard setback variance
• Memorialization of residential applications 24-01-003 (Fordham) and 23-09-029 (Recinos)

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding a regular meeting with resolutions, consent agenda items, and public hearings on ordinances. Key actions include supporting a cannabis cultivator/manufacturer license, authorizing a $19.6M bond sale, and a second reading of a $60M bond ordinance for municipal building redevelopment. The meeting also includes several routine resolutions and fee refunds.

• Resolution supporting Savile Row Manufacturing's cannabis cultivator/manufacturer license application
• Resolution authorizing one-year Class 2 manufacturing license to Mule Extracts, LLC
• Resolution authorizing sale of $19,600,000 General Improvement Bonds, Series 2024
• Bond ordinance appropriating $60,000,000 for municipal building redevelopment (Block 1922, Lots 5 and 7)
• Ordinance authorizing solar lease agreement with Solops Hamilton Solar Redevelopment LLC for Block 2154, Lot 12

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board is meeting to handle several business applications, including resolutions of memorialization for three prior applications, an extension of approval for one project, and a new application from Children's Specialized Hospital seeking a sign standards waiver. The board must act on the new application by March 14, 2024.

• Resolution of memorialization for Application 22-07-021 (Diocese of Trenton/JP Development)
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 23-08-027 (Grace St. Paul Episcopal Church)
• Resolution of memorialization for Application 23-10-030 (GW Ventures)
• Extension of approval for Application 22-09-018 (White Eagle Printing/Denholtz Acquisition LLC)
• New application 24-01-002: Children's Specialized Hospital, 3575 Quakerbridge Road, seeking waiver of sign standards (height, size, setback, number)

Environmental Commission

The commission will review site plans for a warehouse addition, a new restaurant, and an electronic billboard. The meeting also includes updates on Green Team initiatives and upcoming environmental events.

• 10,683 sq ft warehouse addition at 19 Industrial Dr
• 3,326 sq ft Raising Cane’s restaurant at 955 State Hwy 33
• 60-foot electronic billboard at Pleasant Dr & Interstate 195
• Stream & Community Clean up on April 13, 2024
• Rain Barrel Event on May 4, 2024

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 12, 2024. The meeting was to be held at the Hamilton Township Municipal Building, 2nd Floor, Council Chambers, 2090 Greenwood Avenue, at 6:00 P.M. This notice is provided in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Notice per Open Public Meetings Act, 1975, Chapter 231

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda of resolutions, public hearings on three ordinances, and introduction of four new ordinances. The most consequential item is a $60 million bond ordinance to fund the municipal building redevelopment project at Block 1922, Lots 5 and 7. The council will also hear public comments on ordinances regarding handicapped parking, property acquisition for affordable housing, and the redevelopment plan.

• Bond ordinance 24-013: $60,000,000 for municipal building redevelopment (Block 1922, Lots 5 and 7)
• Ordinance 24-010: Acquisition of 1766 and 1768 East State Street for affordable housing
• Resolution 24-106: Accept $124,794.33 PSAP grant for 911 upgrades
• Resolution 24-109: Accept $117,000 grant for BYD electric vehicle and charging station
• Roadway contracts: Barrett Paving ($471,595.30) for Englewood Boulevard, Gres Paving ($464,868.70) for Woodside Avenue

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on February 27, 2024, to hear two homeowner applications. One seeks a waiver for a fence in the front yard, and the other requests a use variance for a garage converted to living space. The board will also adopt resolutions for two prior applications.

• Application 24-01-003: 6-foot solid fence at 68 Mark Twain Dr, waiver of fence design standards
• Application 23-09-029: garage converted to living space at 433 Berg Ave, use variance
• Resolutions for Application 23-04-010 (Trinity Solar) and 23-12-039 (Deborah Montagna)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several applications. The main items include a major subdivision proposal for 6 lots at 1367-1371 Lamberton Road, a minor subdivision for three lots on Hobson & Alfred Ave, and a presentation on the municipal building redevelopment. The board must act on the Lamberton Road application by March 1, 2024.

• Application 23-04-013: HRP Mercer Urban Renewal LLC proposes 6-lot subdivision at 1367-1371 Lamberton Road, seeking variances for impervious coverage, street frontage, rear yard setback, and lot width.
• Application 23-12-042: Estuardo Naula proposes minor subdivision into three lots on Hobson & Alfred Ave, seeking variance relief from lot area.
• Municipal Building Redevelopment Report and Site Plan presentation and cursory review.
• Resolutions of memorialization for applications 22-03-003 (1 Earth Homes) and 24-01-001 (IBIS Realty LLC / Green Analytics East LLC).

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will consider a $75.3 million municipal emergency temporary budget and a $7.58 million sewer temporary budget, along with several contracts for road improvements, a new aerial truck, and professional services. They will also hold public hearings on ordinances to purchase properties on East State Street for affordable housing and to rename Olivia Avenue. The agenda includes many routine resolutions, such as grants, refunds, and contract extensions.

• Temporary municipal budget of $75,310,240.29 and sewer budget of $7,581,354.00
• Road contracts: Marshall Avenue East ($431,907.75) and Hoffman Drive ($228,855.00) with Barrett Paving
• Purchase of 1770 E. State Street for $160,000 (including closing costs)
• Ordinance to acquire 1766 and 1768 East State Street for affordable housing
• Rename Olivia Avenue to Brian D. Sutton, Sr. Way

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review several land use applications, including a residential subdivision on Deutz Ave and commercial variances. The meeting also includes updates from the Green Team regarding community gardens, pollinator initiatives, and upcoming clean-up events.

• Residential major subdivision application for four lots on Deutz Ave by TEEVEE LLC
• Commercial minor subdivision variance relief for three lots at 745 Yardville – Hamilton Sq. Rd
• Use variance for converting an office building to a dormitory at 120 State Hwy 156
• April 13th, 2024 Stream & Community Clean up event

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 13, 2024. The meeting was originally set to take place at the Hamilton Township Municipal Building.

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider several land-use applications, including a cannabis testing facility, two subdivision proposals, and a waiver request. The board must act on these applications by deadlines ranging from April 5 to May 1, 2024.

• Cannabis testing lab waiver for Green Analytics East LLC at 3535 Quakerbridge Road (Application 24-01-001)
• Minor subdivision for Grace St. Paul Episcopal Church at 3715 E. State St & 162 Sheridan Road (Application 23-08-027)
• Minor subdivision for GW Ventures at 103 Grandview Avenue (Application 23-10-030)

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple resolutions, including a $1.91 million fire apparatus purchase, a $451,982 custodial services contract, and several other professional services and construction contracts. They will also hold public hearings on ordinances related to handicapped parking, towing, and other matters, and introduce new ordinances including a cannabis definition change and a property purchase.

• Resolution 24-077: Purchase of one Pierce fire apparatus (107ft tractor drawn aerial ladder truck) for up to $1,910,539.81
• Resolution 24-071: Custodial services contract with ARC Enterprises for various buildings, not to exceed $451,982.48
• Resolution 24-075: Nottingham Ballroom painting and renovation contract with Ricasoli & Santin Contracting for $87,456.13
• Ordinance 24-008: Authorizing purchase of property at 1770 E. State Street for $150,000 plus closing costs
• Ordinance 24-007: Renaming Olivia Avenue to Brian D. Sutton, Sr. Way

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a minor subdivision application by GW Ventures to create two lots at 103 Grandview Avenue. The applicant is seeking variance relief from lot width and front yard setback requirements. The board must act by May 1, 2024.

• Application No. 23-10-030 by GW Ventures for minor subdivision at 103 Grandview Avenue
• Variance relief requested for lot width and existing front yard setback
• Property located in R-10 zone, Map 305, Section 2614, Lots 11-13
• Board action deadline: May 1, 2024

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on January 23, 2024, to consider several applications. The board will vote on memorializing resolutions for five previously decided cases, hear a heldover application for a garage conversion variance, and review a new application for a shed requiring setback relief. The meeting is open to the public and follows the Open Public Meetings Act.

• Application 23-09-029: variance for garage converted to living space at 433 Berg Avenue, must act by Feb 14, 2023
• Application 23-12-039: 12'x22' shed at 71 Colonial Avenue, variance for side/rear setbacks and building coverage
• Memorializing resolutions for applications 20-10-040 (1080 Route 130, LLC), 23-10-032 (Roberts Malasevicius), 23-10-033 (James Cavalucci), 23-11-036 (Frank Starr), 23-11-037 (Frank Prunetti)

Town Council

The Township Council will meet to consider several resolutions, including support for a cannabis retail license application. The agenda also includes numerous administrative re-appointments and professional service contracts for the 2024 calendar year.

• Resolution supporting Blazin Brown Suga LLC’s Class 5 cannabis retail and dispensary application
• Re-appointment of several department directors, including Business Administrator and Public Works Director
• Grant application for Mercer County Open Space Assistance at 2367 Kuser Road
• Professional services agreement with Triad Associates for housing consulting up to $34,500.00
• Ordinance establishing new handicapped parking spaces at various locations

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing. The board will consider a redevelopment report for the Yardville Supply area, adopt a resolution on the official zoning map, and hear two new subdivision applications: a 5-lot subdivision on Hunt Avenue and Samuel Street, and a 25-lot subdivision on Wagner Street by the Diocese of Trenton.

• Yardville Supply redevelopment report for Block 2658, Lots 1-5, 13, 21, 45, 46
• Resolution on ordinance revising and adopting the official zoning map
• 1 Earth Homes LLC: 5-lot subdivision at Hunt Avenue & Samuel Street, R-7 zone, variance relief requested
• Diocese of Trenton/JP Property Development LLC: 25-lot subdivision on Wagner Street, R-5 zone
• Adoption of minutes from Sept-Nov 2023 and Dec 2024 meetings

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission is reviewing three land use applications and hosting a presentation on stormwater. The body is also discussing community gardens, pollinator initiatives, and the April 13, 2024, stream and community cleanup.

• Review of Application 23-12-042: Residential subdivision creating three lots at Hobson & Alfred Ave
• Review of Application 23-12-043: Construction of a 475,820 sq. ft warehouse at 840 Nottingham Way
• Review of Application 23-10-031: Construction of a 122,400 sq. ft self-storage facility at 1514, 1524, 1530 Kuser Rd
• MS4/Stormwater presentation by Susan Bristol with The Watershed Institute
• Planning for April 13, 2024, Stream & Community Clean up

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding a regular meeting to elect officers, adopt official newspapers and meeting dates for 2024, and consider three residential applications. The agenda includes memorializing resolutions for applications by James Cavalucci, Frank Starr, and Frank Prunetti, with public hearings starting at 6:00 p.m.

• Election of officers and adoption of 2024 meeting dates
• Application No. 23-10-033 (residential) by James Cavalucci
• Application No. 23-11-036 (residential) by Frank Starr
• Application No. 23-11-037 (residential) by Frank Prunetti

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting, where it will elect a Council President and Vice-President for one-year terms. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that sets the 2024 meeting schedule, official holidays, designated newspapers, and temporary budget appropriations for the municipal and sewer utility budgets.

• Election of Council President and Vice-President for one-year terms
• Resolution 24-001 designating 2024 public meeting dates
• Resolution 24-002 designating 2024 official holidays
• Resolution 24-004 authorizing temporary municipal budget appropriations of $37,957,125.00
• Resolution 24-005 authorizing temporary sewer utility budget appropriations of $3,980,210.00