Hamilton public meetings in 2025

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will consider the auditor's report, reappointments of judges and officials, and a series of contract authorizations. Key decisions include a fire department purchase of a new Pierce fire apparatus not to exceed $1,109,186.91, and multiple shared‑services and infrastructure contracts. The meeting also includes resolutions on tax refunds, budget transfers, and an amendment to the municipal salary ordinance.

• CA19 – Purchase of one new Pierce fire apparatus (max $1,109,186.91)
• CA20 – Five‑year evidence redaction software license with Axon Enterprises (max $87,538.89)
• CA21 – Roof vent installation at HomeDell School with Multi‑Temp Mechanical (amount $32,492.00)
• CA22 – Purchase of two sodium hydroxide storage tanks from Coastal Technical Sales (max $58,337.28)
• CA25 – Professional engineering design services for Kuser Road and Klockner Road intersection ($98,500.00 max)

The Hamilton Township Council held a regular meeting on December 16, 2025, and took several actions. It adopted a salary ordinance on second reading, approved a 45-item consent agenda including contracts, appointments, and resolutions, and received the auditor's report with a clean opinion but noted minor noncompliance areas. The council also heard public comments on issues such as noise at Bent Iron Brewery and a tree branch blocking a street.

• Adopted salary ordinance 25-027 on second reading (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda CA1-CA45 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 7, 2025 (4-0)
• Received communication to amend liquor license for former TGI Fridays (4-0)
• Recessed as Board of Health and heard health department updates (no formal action)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Planning Board will adopt minutes from its August 14, 2025 meeting and hold a public hearing starting at 6:00 p.m. The board will review a new business application from CGN Investments, LLC to construct a 4,316 sq ft warehouse on Bacon Avenue and request a variance from the rear‑yard setback. The board must act on the application by March 10, 2026.

• Adopt minutes from Planning Board Meeting August 14, 2025
• Public hearing scheduled to start at 6:00 p.m.
• Review Application No. 24‑11‑036 from CGN Investments, LLC for a 4,316 sq ft warehouse
• Request for preliminary and final site plan and variance relief from rear‑yard setback
• Location: Bacon Avenue; Map 174; Section 2132l Lot 16.03; Zone GC

The Board adopted the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. A new business application (No. 24-11-036) for a 4,316 sq ft warehouse on Bacon Avenue was presented, including a request for a rear‑yard setback variance. After testimony and discussion, the application was unanimously approved.

• Adopted August 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved warehouse application 24-11-036 with rear‑yard setback variance (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will approve the November meeting minutes and discuss several ongoing projects, including pollinator initiatives and the Climate Action Plan. Members will also review the township's 2026 budget. No land‑use applications are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the November meeting
• Pollinator initiatives presented by the Green Team
• Review of the Climate Action Plan
• Discussion of the 2026 budget
• Land Use Applications: none at this time

The commission approved the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting. It decided to hold off on a turf‑related ordinance resolution. Unanimous motions were passed to forward resolutions on reducing food waste and on plastic packaging to the township council. The 2026 meeting dates were also approved.

• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Held off on turf ordinance resolution (no vote recorded)
• Unanimously approved motion to propose food‑waste reduction resolution to council (Ann Wolf motion, seconded by Andrew Garcia, none opposed)
• Unanimously approved motion to propose plastic‑packaging resolution to council (Cathy Wagner motion, seconded by Nicolina Contardo, none opposed)
• Approved 2026 Environmental Commission meeting dates
• Submitted 2026 budget to administration (no comments recorded)
• Decided to update, not redo, the 2009 Climate Action Plan (group effort recommended)
• Tasked Ann with gathering questions for the February 11, 2026 meeting with Mercer County Mosquito Commission

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear a resolution of memorialization for a commercial application by Raising Cane's Restaurants, LLC (Application 24-03-008). The board will also review a homeowner variance request (Application 24-06-023) to legalize a non‑conforming use and approve a 32’x34’ attached garage at 131 Edgebrook Road, including a side‑yard setback variance. Minutes from the July 8 and August 12, 2025 meetings will be adopted.

• Resolution of memorialization for Raising Cane's Restaurants, LLC (Application 24-03-008), commercial use
• Homeowner variance request (Application 24-06-023) at 131 Edgebrook Road for non‑conforming use and 32’x34’ attached garage, side‑yard setback relief
• Adoption of minutes from Zoning Board meetings on July 8, 2025 and August 12, 2025

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on a consent agenda featuring several infrastructure contracts and budget adjustments. The meeting includes public hearings for ordinances regarding tree removal and commercial filming permits.

• Contract for roof removal and replacement at the Division of Police with VMG Group not to exceed $1,471,718.10
• Insertion of $487,584.00 in state grant funds for Kuser Road
• Purchase of a 2025 Ventrac 45RC tractor for Department of Public Works not to exceed $91,465.40
• Public hearing for Ordinance 25-025 regarding tree removal and replacement regulations
• Contract for environmental litigation attorney Maraziti Falcon, LLP up to $20,000.00

The Hamilton Township Council approved the Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA17, which included contracts for a tractor purchase, roof replacement, solar‑panel installation, and tax refunds. The Council also adopted Ordinance 25‑025 establishing a permit and fee system for tree removal, and Ordinance 25‑026 allowing commercial filming permits. All votes were unanimous (5‑0).

• Approved Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA17 (including multiple contracts) (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑025 tree‑removal permit and fee ordinance (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑026 commercial filming and photography permit ordinance (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑487 photovoltaic system power purchase agreement (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑486 roof removal and replacement contract (up to $1,471,718.10) (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑480 purchase of one 2025 Ventrac tractor ($91,465.40) (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑485 refund of 2025 real‑estate tax overpayments ($53,057.30) (5‑0)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss a tree ordinance and the Tree Trust Budget. Members will also coordinate a planting of 250 trees next year to celebrate the country's 250th anniversary. The meeting includes introductions for a prospective member and a new secretary.

• Tree Ordinance discussion
• Tree Trust Budget review
• S Broad Street project
• Plan to plant 250 trees next year
• Introduction of prospective member Brian Boyer and Secretary Sara Pavic

The commission introduced Sara Pavic as the new secretary, effective Jan 1 2026, and welcomed prospective member Brian Boyer. Members discussed collaborating on planting 250 trees to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary, including possible coordination with Ewing Township’s environmental commission. No formal approvals or votes were recorded.

• Introduced new STC Secretary Sara Pavic (effective Jan 1 2026)
• Met prospective STC member Brian Boyer
• Discussed planting 250 trees for the 250th anniversary
• Planned outreach to Ewing Township’s Environmental Commission for collaboration

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss an ordinance amending tree removal and replacement regulations. The board will also vote on resolutions for business applications and updates to the Township Master Plan.

• Ordinance 25-025 regarding Tree Removal and Replacement (§550-117)
• Updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory (ERI) and Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP)
• Application No. 21-09-036B: 1531 & 1651 Klockner Road
• Application No. 25-08-025: Ross Restaurant Group, LLC DBA Burger King
• Application No. 25-08-026: Ross Restaurant Group, LLC DBA Burger King

The Hamilton Township Planning Board approved three business applications—21-09-036B for 1531 & 1651 Klockner Road and 25-08-025 and 25-08-026 for Ross Restaurant Group, LLC DBA Burger King—by unanimous vote. The board also adopted updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory and the Open Space and Recreation Plan as part of the Master Plan, and approved an ordinance amending tree removal and replacement regulations, all unanimously.

• Approved Application No. 21-09-036B (1531 & 1651 Klockner Road) unanimously
• Approved Application No. 25-08-025 (Ross Restaurant Group, LLC DBA Burger King) unanimously
• Approved Application No. 25-08-026 (Ross Restaurant Group, LLC DBA Burger King) unanimously
• Adopted updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory (ERI) unanimously
• Adopted updates to the Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP) unanimously
• Approved ordinance amending Tree Removal and Replacement regulations unanimously

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will convene to approve minutes, review the Climate Action Plan, and set dates for the 2026 annual report and budget. The body will also discuss pollinator initiatives and a holiday party.

• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Review of Climate Action Plan
• Discussion of 2026 EAC meeting dates
• Discussion of 2026 budget
• Discussion of 2025 Annual Report

The commission approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting after a motion by Ann Wolf and a second by Claudia Shaughnessy. The commission also approved the scheduled dates for its 2026 meetings. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (motion by Ann Wolf, seconded by Claudia Shaughnessy)
• Approved 2026 EAC meeting dates

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will vote on a series of resolutions and consent agenda items, including cannabis licensing, budget transfers, and grant allocations. Key items include a $1,000,000 fire apparatus grant, sewer budget transfers, and amendments to parking regulations. The meeting also covers ordinance amendments for handicapped parking and other contract approvals.

• Resolution 25-441 – authorizes a one‑year Class 1 cannabis cultivator license to Herb‑A‑More, LLC.
• Resolution 25-442 – approves renewal of the Class 2 manufacturer’s license for Sun Extractions, Inc. through 2026.
• CA8 – authorizes a $1,000,000 grant from the NJ Department of Community Affairs for the Hamilton Township Fire Division fire apparatus acquisition.
• CA30 – authorizes transfers of $360,000 within the 2025 sewer budget accounts.
• Ordinance 25-023 – establishes new handicapped parking spaces at seven specified addresses.

The council voted to reject all bids and abandon the Veterans Park flag pole replacement project. It also removed a previously approved resolution (25‑450) from the agenda. The council approved a one‑year Class 1 cannabis cultivator license for Herb‑A‑More, LLC and renewed the Class 2 manufacturer license for Sun Extractions, Inc. Several budget transfers, grant authorizations, and a parking ordinance amendment were also approved.

• Rejected all bids and abandoned the Veterans Park flag pole replacement project (CA19) – approved by Yea vote
• Removed Resolution 25‑450 from the agenda – motion passed, Yea votes: Carabelli, Phillips, Tighe
• Approved one‑year Class 1 cannabis cultivator license for Herb‑A‑More, LLC (Resolution 25‑441) – 3 yeas, 1 abstention (President Tighe)
• Approved renewal of Class 2 manufacturer license for Sun Extractions, Inc. (Resolution 25‑442) – 3 yeas, 1 abstention (President Tighe)
• Authorized $316,000 municipal budget transfer for 2025 (CA1) – approved by Yea vote
• Authorized execution of a $7,000 Drive Sober grant (CA2) – approved by Yea vote
• Inserted a $23,006 special revenue item for municipal court alcohol education fund (CA6) – approved by Yea vote
• Adopted amendments adding new handicapped parking spaces (Ordinance 25‑023) – Yea votes: Carabelli, Phillips, Papero, Tighe

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider several applications. It will adopt minutes from the July 8 and August 12, 2025 meetings and resolve two commercial applications (25-05-017 and 25-05-018). A homeowner will request a use variance for a sports court at 6 Creamery Road. The board will also review a new commercial self‑storage project at 947 Kuser Road that seeks variances and site‑plan approvals.

• Adopt minutes from Zoning Board meetings on July 8, 2025 and August 12, 2025
• Resolve Application No. 25-05-017 (commercial) by Flagship New Jersey Propco LLC
• Resolve Application No. 25-05-018 (commercial) by JRM Construction
• Homeowner variance request for a 60’x34’ sports court at 6 Creamery Road
• New commercial self‑storage application (34,125 sq ft + 68,250 sq ft) at 947 Kuser Road with variance requests

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The regular meeting of the Hamilton Township Zoning Board scheduled for October 28, 2025, has been cancelled.

Shade Tree Commission

The Hamilton Township Shade Tree Commission will discuss several items, including the existing tree ordinance and the Tree Trust budget. It will consider a request related to S Broad Street and evaluate new tree planting requests. The commission will also address membership succession plans and review a grant opportunity from the NJLM Natural Climate Solutions program, as well as the upcoming NJ Shade Tree Federation 100th Annual Conference.

• Tree Ordinance
• Tree Trust Budget
• S Broad Street request
• New Tree Requests
• NJLM Natural Climate Solutions Grant

The commission reported on the Tree Ordinance first reading, a pending budget for the Tree Trust, and plans for S Broad Street that await budget approval. It noted that no new tree requests were received, the NJLM Natural Climate Solutions Grant is on hold, and members attended the NJ Shade Tree Federation conference to explore future grants. No motions were adopted or denied during this meeting.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss proposed updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory and the Open Space and Recreation Plan. The board will also hear applications regarding site plans and sign standard waivers for local businesses.

• Proposed updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory (ERI) and Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP)
• Application 21-09-036B: Revised site plan and minor subdivision at 1555 Klockner Rd
• Application 25-08-025: Waiver of sign standards for Ross Restaurant Group, LLC at 3160 Quakerbridge Road
• Application 25-08-026: Waiver of sign standards for Ross Restaurant Group, LLC at 2700 S. Broad Street
• Resolutions of memorialization for applications 25-07-022 (JRM Construction) and 25-07-023 (Kulture Hamilton LLC)

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously approved several business applications, including a revised site plan for a financial subdivision on Klockner Road and two sign‑waiver requests for Ross Restaurant Group locations. The board also unanimously adopted updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory and the Open Space and Recreation Plan as part of the Master Plan. Earlier agenda items, such as two memorialization business applications and the meeting minutes from June 26, 2025, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Application No. 25-07-022 (JRM Construction) – unanimous
• Approved Application No. 25-07-023 (3690 QB LLC / Kulture Hamilton LLC) – unanimous
• Adopted updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory and Open Space and Recreation Plan – unanimous
• Approved Application No. 21-09-036B (1531 & 1651 Klockner Rd LLC) – unanimous (motion Kasabach, second Abbott)
• Approved Application No. 25-08-025 (Ross Restaurant Group, LLC – sign waiver at 3160 Quakerbridge Road) – unanimous (motion Pattik, second Wilson)
• Approved Application No. 25-08-026 (Ross Restaurant Group, LLC – sign waiver at 2700 S. Broad Street) – unanimous (motion Pattik, second Wilson)
• Approved adoption of minutes from June 26, 2025 meeting – unanimous

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will consider a consent agenda that includes several contract approvals and amendments. Items include a $124,800 professional services agreement for municipal prosecutor services, a $114,830 water‑pollution control grating replacement contract, and a $40,000 increase for an animal shelter medical‑care contract. The council will also adopt a fiscal sustainability plan for the water‑pollution project and address refunds of tax overpayments. Additionally, three ordinances modifying handicapped parking spaces and filming permit fees will be introduced.

• CA1 – Resolution authorizing a second amendment to professional services agreements for municipal prosecutors (total shared maximum $124,800.00)
• CA8 – Contract for the RBC Grating Replacement Project with Brayco, Inc. ($114,830.00)
• CA9 – Increase of $40,000.00 for the alternate award contract with Princeton Animal Hospital (total not to exceed $105,000.00)
• CA13 – Refund of 2025 real estate and sewer tax overpayments ($9,147.22)
• ORD1 – Ordinance repealing several handicapped parking spaces at specific addresses

The council approved the consent agenda items, which contain a $114,830 contract with Brayco for the RBC grating replacement project. Several ordinances were introduced on first reading, covering handicapped parking, municipal clerk fees, and tree‑removal regulations. The council also referred a tree‑removal code amendment to the Planning Board for further review.

• Approved amendment to September 16, 2025 executive session minutes (5-0)
• Approved receipt of documentation to amend Alcoholic Beverage License for El Toro del Fuego (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA8 and CA10‑CA13, including a $114,830 contract with Brayco for RBC grating replacement (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 25‑022 amending handicapped parking (first reading) (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 25‑023 establishing new handicapped parking spaces (first reading) (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 25‑024 amending municipal clerk fees (first reading) (4-1 abstention)
• Introduced Ordinance 25‑025 amending tree‑removal and replacement regulations (first reading) (5-0)
• Referred proposed tree‑removal code amendment to the Planning Board (4-1)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to review several applications. The board is considering a proposal for a new Raising Cane’s restaurant and the memorialization of five previous applications.

• Proposed 3,326sqft Raising Cane’s Restaurant at 955 State Hwy 33
• Memorialization of Commercial Application No. 25-05-017 (Flagship New Jersey Propco LLC)
• Memorialization of Commercial Application No. 25-05-018 (JRM Construction)
• Memorialization of Commercial Application No. 25-07-021 (Hilton Management/ParkWinMer SC, LLC)
• Memorialization of Residential Applications No. 25-08-028 and 25-08-029

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will hold a public meeting to consider several agenda items, including a statement of appreciation, a meeting with the mayor, updates from the Green Team on pollinator projects, and the appointment of a new Watershed Ambassador for WMA 20. The commission will also review old business such as promotional ideas for an upcoming water‑conservation event and final preparations for Oktoberfest, and will receive land‑use applications.

• Pollinator initiatives for the meadow across from the call center, including public access and benches
• Monthly work schedule presentation by the Green Team
• Nomination for the ANJEC Environmental Awards for the same meadow
• Final Oktoberfest preparations: rain barrel presentation, mosquito dunks, and pumpkins from Wing Haven
• Appointment of a new Watershed Ambassador for WMA 20

The commission approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Haig Kasabach and a second by Claudia Shaughnessy. Members prepared a signed statement of appreciation for John Balletto and will mail it with the council proclamation. The commission decided to staff a table at Octoberfest focusing on rain barrels and mosquito dunks, and to provide an ANJEC game. Felicity Cruz was appointed the new Watershed Ambassador for WMA20.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (motion by Haig Kasabach, second by Claudia Shaughnessy)
• Prepared and will mail statement of appreciation for John Balletto
• EAC will have a table at Octoberfest
• Octoberfest table will focus on rain barrels
• Octoberfest table will include mosquito dunks material
• Octoberfest table will feature an ANJEC game
• Appointed Felicity Cruz as new Watershed Ambassador for WMA20

Town Council

The Town Council will consider a labor agreement with the Communications Workers of America Local 1042 and the insertion of over $644,000 in grant revenue into the 2025 municipal budget. The body will also review several contracts for municipal services and infrastructure repairs.

• Labor agreement with Communications Workers of America Local 1042 (Jan 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2028)
• Insertion of $603,600.00 CDBG fund and $40,811.00 GCSUD grant into the CY2025 budget
• Contract with Carbon Activated Corporation for pumping station carbon filters not to exceed $57,578.00
• Insurance policy change for Police and Fire divisions with an annual premium of $10,382.00
• Release of performance guarantees for 2780 Kuser Road and performance bonds for 3100 Pond Run Terrace

The council adopted the consent agenda, approving multiple resolutions including a $603,600 community development block grant revenue item, a $40,811 grant from the State Substance Use Disorder Council, and a $10,382 annual police and fire insurance policy. All consent agenda items were approved by a vote of 4‑0. No other substantive motions were taken.

• Approved insertion of $603,600 CDBG revenue in CY2025 budget (4‑0)
• Approved insertion of $40,811 state substance‑use disorder grant revenue (4‑0)
• Authorized labor agreement with Communications Workers Local 1042 (4‑0)
• Authorized change to police and fire insurance policy ($10,382 annual premium) (4‑0)
• Approved amendment adding vendor Hoffman Services to ESCNJ co‑op (4‑0)
• Approved three‑year $383,000 contract with Catholic Youth Organization for Bromley Center (4‑0)
• Approved final change order decreasing HomeDell School contract by $5,858.70 (4‑0)
• Rejected 2026 grant‑writing services RFP proposal (4‑0)

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse will meet via MS Teams to address board vacancies and programmatic updates. The body is scheduled to hold an election for a new chairperson.

• Election of new chair to fill vacancy
• Presentation by Andrew Templon of Hyacinth Foundation
• Discussion of programmatic updates
• Review of upcoming Oktoberfest event on 10/19

Planning Board

The Hamilton Planning Board will hold public hearings for three commercial applications. The board is reviewing requests for a lot subdivision, a site plan waiver for a dispensary, and a solar energy facility.

• Minor subdivision approval for 74 Taft Avenue (JRM Construction)
• Site plan waiver for a retail cannabis dispensary at 3690 Quakerbridge Road
• Preliminary and final site plan for a solar array at 208 Patterson Avenue

The Hamilton Township Planning Board approved the solar photovoltaic facility at 208 Patterson Avenue, a minor subdivision at 74 Taft Avenue, and a cannabis dispensary conversion at 3690 Quakerbridge Road. All three applications were approved unanimously after staff and public testimony. No public comments were received for any of the applications.

• Approved solar photovoltaic facility (Application 25-08-030) unanimously
• Approved minor subdivision creating two lots (Application 25-07-022) unanimously
• Approved cannabis dispensary conversion (Application 25-07-023) unanimously

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider three pending applications (one commercial and two residential) for resolution. It will also review two new commercial applications: a variance for a 10,135‑sq ft Spotless Brands carwash at 1117 State Hwy 33, and a variance for a single‑family home at 11 Hempstead Road. The board must act on the carwash request by November 20, 2025 and on the home variance by December 24, 2025.

• Application No. 25-07-021 – commercial, Hilton Management/ParkWinMer SC, LLC (resolution)
• Application No. 25-08-028 – residential, Jason & Kristin Pascal (resolution)
• Application No. 25-08-029 – residential, Robert & Cherie Gehle (resolution)
• Application No. 25-05-017 – commercial carwash variance D(3) for 10,135 sq ft Spotless Brands at 1117 State Hwy 33
• Application No. 25-05-018 – commercial variance for single‑family home at 11 Hempstead Road

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review old business including the Tree Ordinance and the Tree Trust Budget. The body will also discuss a grant for Natural Climate Solutions and membership succession plans.

• Tree Ordinance
• Tree Trust Budget
• S Broad Street
• NJLM Natural Climate Solutions Grant
• NJ Shade Tree Federation 100th Annual Conference

The Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for September 23, 2025 was canceled after hours due to a last‑minute schedule change. No agenda items were considered, and no decisions were made.

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will vote on a $1,581,581.75 contract to install and maintain video surveillance equipment with unlimited cloud storage for the police department. The meeting also includes a consent agenda of appointments, grant authorizations, and several other contracts and ordinances. Several resolutions will address grant funding, shared services agreements, and fee refunds.

• CA20 – $1,581,581.75 contract for five‑year video surveillance equipment and cloud storage for the Department of Public Safety, Division of Police
• CA19 – Up to $383,000 three‑year contract with the Catholic Youth Organization for operation of the Bromley Neighborhood Service Center
• CA25 – $76,350 contract to purchase a 2025 Bobcat D35S‑9 forklift for the Department of Water Pollution Control
• CA21 – $60,600 contract to purchase six roll‑off containers from Wastequip Manufacturing for the Department of Water Pollution Control
• CA24 – $179,000 contract to purchase a 2023 John Deere 344P loader for the Department of Water Pollution Control

The council adopted Ordinance 25-014 authorizing $250,000 for new computers, laptops and two police SUVs for the Department of Public Safety. They approved the full Consent Agenda (CA1‑CA33), which included several appointments and a range of contracts for services and equipment. Change orders that reduced the costs of the 2024 Erie Avenue roadway improvements and ADA curb‑cut projects were also approved. All votes were unanimous, with each of the five council members voting yea.

• Approved Ordinance 25-014 for $250,000 computers, laptops and two police SUVs (5-0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA33, including advisory commission appointments (5-0)
• Authorized three‑year contract with Catholic Youth Organization up to $383,000 (5-0)
• Authorized $1,581,581.75 contract for public‑safety video surveillance maintenance (5-0)
• Approved purchase of six roll‑off containers for $60,600 (5-0)
• Approved change order decreasing Erie Avenue roadway improvement contract by $101,430.63 (5-0)
• Approved change order decreasing ADA curb‑cut sidewalk contract by $30,253.00 (5-0)
• Authorized $40,811.00 shared‑services funding for Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (5-0)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board announced that its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers was cancelled. No agenda items or decisions were presented for this date.

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will review land use applications for a solar facility on Patterson Avenue and a convenience store on South Olden Avenue. The body will also discuss garden updates, the Green Team's work schedule, and the nomination of Wing Haven for an environmental award.

• Review of Solops Hamilton Solar Redevelopment application for a photovoltaic facility on Patterson Ave
• Review of Deluxe Realty LLC convenience store variance request on S. Olden Ave
• Nomination of Wing Haven for ANJEC Environmental Awards
• Discussion of Homegrown National Park's mosquito control education efforts
• Proclamation for Councilman John Balletto at the September 16 Council Meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting, with a motion by Claudia Shaughnessy and a second by Nicolina Contardo. No other formal actions or approvals were recorded; the commission discussed project updates and land‑use applications without adopting resolutions.

• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Claudia Shaughnessy, second by Nicolina Contardo)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider several residential and commercial variance applications. Items include a memorialization for Alex Sachoute, two homeowner addition and porch variance requests, and two held‑over commercial variances, one for a Raising Cane’s restaurant and another for a second‑floor apartment. The board must act on the residential applications by December 31, 2025, and on the commercial applications by the dates listed.

• Application 25-06-019: Memorialization for residential applicant Alex Sachoute
• Application 25-08-028: 14’x17’ residential addition variance at 148 Mapleshade Ave, Zone R-10
• Application 25-08-029: 4.3’x27’ porch variance at 6 Maguire Road, Zone R-7
• Application 24-03-008: 3,326 sq ft Raising Cane’s restaurant variance at 955 State Hwy 33, Zone HC
• Application 24-07-024: Second‑floor apartment variance at 1720 Greenwood Ave, Zone CC

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposal for 68 age-restricted affordable apartments. The board will also address resolutions of memorialization for two other applications.

• Proposal for 68 age-restricted affordable apartments at 3500 S. Broad Street
• Resolution of memorialization for Hamilton Senior Apartments (Application No. 25-06-020)
• Adoption of preliminary investigation report for 325 Sloan Avenue redevelopment plan

The Hamilton Township Planning Board approved Application No. 25-06-020 for the Church of Our Lady of Sorrows unanimously. It also unanimously approved the redevelopment plan for AMC at 325 Sloan Avenue. Finally, the board unanimously approved Application No. 25-08-027 for The Church of Saint Raphael‑Holy Angels to construct 68 age‑restricted affordable apartments at 3500 S. Broad Street.

• Approved Application No. 25-06-020 (Church of Our Lady of Sorrows) – unanimous
• Approved AMC redevelopment plan at 325 Sloan Avenue – unanimous
• Approved Application No. 25-08-027 (The Church of Saint Raphael‑Holy Angels) for 68 age‑restricted affordable apartments – unanimous

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 26, 2025. No decisions or discussions will occur at this time.

Shade Tree Commission

The Hamilton Township Shade Tree Commission will discuss updates to the local tree ordinance, review the tree trust budget, and address new tree requests. The meeting follows public notice requirements under the Open Public Meetings Act.

• Tree Ordinance review
• Tree Trust Budget discussion
• New Tree Requests consideration
• S Broad Street item (details unspecified)
• STC Member Succession Plans

The commission reviewed old business items such as the pending tree ordinance, tree trust budget, and S Broad Street plans, noting that they remain subject to budget approval or further scheduling. New business included discussion of resident tree requests and a potential NJLM Natural Climate Solutions Grant, both pending further vetting. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Town Council

The Township Council will discuss various capital improvements, including a $3.5 million appropriation. The body is also reviewing several grant applications for fire equipment and infrastructure, as well as new parking regulations.

• Proposed $3.5 million for capital improvements and $3.325 million in general obligation bonds
• Proposed $250,000 for new computers and two police SUVs
• Grant requests for fire apparatus ($1,000,000) and water rescue dry suits ($14,088)
• Proposed $700,000 revenue for Kuser Road and Klockner Road intersection improvements
• Deed restriction for affordable housing at Village Green (1531-1555 Klockner Road)

The council recessed to meet as the Board of Health and later reconvened as the Township Council. It adopted a joint proclamation recognizing August 26 as Women's Equality Day. A resolution supporting the creation of a regional water authority was approved unanimously.

• Recessed council to convene as Board of Health (5-0)
• Adjourned Board of Health and reconvened as Township Council (5-0)
• Adopted joint proclamation recognizing August 26 as Women's Equality Day (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting formation of a regional water authority (5-0)
• Acknowledged receipt of documentation to amend ABC license for Greenwood Wine & Liquors (no vote)
• Acknowledged receipt of documentation to amend ABC license for Blend Bar and Bistro (no vote)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss a redevelopment plan and a new housing application. The board is reviewing a proposal for age-restricted affordable housing and a preliminary investigation report for a redevelopment site.

• Proposal for 50 age-restricted affordable apartment units at 3710 E. State Street
• Preliminary investigation report for redevelopment plan at 325 Sloan Avenue

The Board unanimously approved Application 25-06-020 to construct 50 age‑restricted affordable apartments at 3710 E. State Street. The motion was made by Joseph Abbott and seconded by Christopher Lockett. The Board also adopted the meeting minutes as written.

• Approved Application 25-06-020 for 50 senior affordable apartments (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting minutes as written (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will discuss stormwater management, pollinator initiatives, and the Watershed Ambassador Program. The body will also review three land use applications for residential and commercial developments.

• Application 25-06-020: 50 age-restricted affordable apartment units at 3710 E. State Street
• Application 25-07-023: Conversion of commercial structure to retail cannabis dispensary at 3690 Quakerbridge Road
• Application 25-07-022: Creation of two lots at 74 Taft Ave
• Discussion of pollinator initiatives and signage for the meadow across from the call center
• Review of Sustainable Jersey Silver Status and PSE&G Foundation grant flyers

The commission approved the June 11, 2025 minutes. Karl Vetter was appointed chairman effective July 2025. The Green Team voted to name the meadow across from the call center "Wing Haven" and will forward the name to the mayor for approval.

• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (motion by Claudia Shaughnessy, seconded by Clint Griggs)
• Appointed Karl Vetter as commission chairman (effective July 2025)
• Named meadow across from call center "Wing Haven" (to be presented to mayor)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton, NJ Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. to consider residential and commercial variance applications. Items include a waiver for an above-ground pool installation and a request to construct a Raising Cane’s restaurant with multiple variances. The board must act on these cases by October 23, 2025.

• Waiver request for above-ground pool at 40 Berrel Avenue (Application No. 25-06-019)
• Use variance, site plan, and multiple waivers sought for Raising Cane’s restaurant at 955 State Hwy 33 (Application No. 24-03-008)
• Use variance for second-floor apartment at 1720 Greenwood Avenue (Application No. 24-07-024)
• Use variance to enclose loading dock at 324-374 Route 33 (Application No. 25-07-021)
• Memorialization resolution for Application No. 25-04-010

The Zoning Board unanimously approved Sam Jacob’s residential memorialization (Application 25‑04‑010). It also unanimously approved Alex Sachoute’s request for a swimming‑pool standards waiver at 40 Berrel Avenue (Application 25‑06‑019). The board approved a variance for Park Win Mer SC, LLC to enclose a loading dock and add floor area at 324‑374 Route 33 (Application 25‑07‑021). Two commercial applications—Raising Cane’s Restaurant (24‑03‑008) and a second‑floor apartment for Sofaria Properties (24‑07‑024)—were carried over to September 9, 2025.

• Approved residential memorialization Application 25‑04‑010 (unanimous)
• Approved pool standards waiver for 40 Berrel Avenue (Application 25‑06‑019, unanimous)
• Approved variance to enclose loading dock at 324‑374 Route 33 (Application 25‑07‑021)
• Carried Raising Cane’s Restaurant variance application (24‑03‑008) to September 9, 2025
• Carried second‑floor apartment variance application (24‑07‑024) to September 9, 2025

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The regular meeting of the Hamilton Township Zoning Board scheduled for July 22, 2025, has been cancelled.

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will meet to address old business including the Tree Trust Budget and a tree ordinance. The body will also discuss matters regarding S Broad Street and member succession plans.

• Tree Ordinance
• Tree Trust Budget
• S Broad Street
• STC Member Succession Plans
• NJ Shade Tree Federation 100th Annual Conference

The Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for July 22, 2025 was canceled after hours due to a last‑minute schedule change. No agenda items were considered, and no decisions were made.

Planning Board

The regular meeting of the Hamilton Township Planning Board scheduled for July 24, 2025, has been cancelled.

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on a $3.5 million appropriation for capital improvements and a redevelopment plan for the Our Lady of Sorrows study area. The body is also reviewing housing plans and various grant applications for road and safety projects.

• Appropriation of $3,500,000 for capital improvements and issuance of $3,325,000 in bonds
• Request to increase a road improvement grant for Kuser Road and Klockner Road to $700,000
• Insertion of $1,000,000 in revenue for a fire division ladder truck acquisition
• Proposed $250,000 for IT computers and two police SUVs
• Temporary waiver of dog adoption fees at the Hamilton Township Animal Shelter through August 31, 2025

The council voted 3‑0 to adopt Resolution 25‑313, endorsing the township’s fourth‑round affordable housing plan that provides 520 units, including 50 senior units at Our Lady of Sorrows and at St. Raphael’s. They also adopted a joint proclamation honoring the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The consent agenda items CA1 through CA28, covering grant authorizations, fee waivers, and service agreements, were approved by a 3‑0 vote. Ordinance 25‑014 was tabled and the meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved Resolution 25‑313 endorsing affordable housing plan (3‑0)
• Adopted Joint Proclamation honoring 35th ADA anniversary (3‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA28 (including grant and fee resolutions) (3‑0)
• Tabled Ordinance 25‑014 (no vote recorded)
• Approved meeting minutes (3‑0)

Planning Board

The regular meeting of the Hamilton Township Planning Board scheduled for July 10, 2025, has been cancelled.

Environmental Commission

The regular meeting of the Hamilton Township Environmental Advisory Commission scheduled for July 9, 2025, has been cancelled.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to discuss a use variance for a commercial property. The board will also vote on the memorialization of a residential application.

• Application No. 24-07-024: Use variance for a second floor apartment at 1720 Greenwood Ave
• Application No. 25-04-013: Resolution of memorialization for David & Barbara Beym

The Zoning Board adopted the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved residential Application No. 25-04-013 for David & Barbara Beym unanimously. The pending business application (No. 24-07-024) was carried forward to the regular meeting on August 12, 2025.

• Adopted June 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved residential Application No. 25-04-013 (unanimous)
• Carried Application No. 24-07-024 to Aug 12, 2025 meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider adopting a housing element and fair share plan for the township's fourth round affordable housing obligation. The board will also review a redevelopment plan for 3816 E. State St.

• Adoption of housing element and fair share plan for fourth round affordable housing obligation
• Presentation and resolution of the Our Lady of Sorrow 3816 E. State St Redevelopment Plan
• Resolution of Memorialization for residential application 25-04-012 (Mohammed & Lubna Surti)
• Resolution of Memorialization for business application 25-02-003 (Divine Garden LLC)

The Hamilton Township Planning Board approved two development applications—one residential (Mohammed & Lubna Surti) and one business (Divine Garden LLC) — both unanimously. The board also unanimously adopted the township’s fourth‑round affordable housing element and fair‑share plan, and approved the Our Lady of Sorrow redevelopment plan at 3816 E. State St. All approvals were recorded as unanimous votes.

• Approved Residential Application No. 25-04-012 (Mohammed & Lubna Surti) unanimously
• Approved Business Application No. 25-02-003 (Divine Garden LLC) unanimously
• Approved affordable housing element and fair‑share plan unanimously
• Approved Our Lady of Sorrow 3816 E. State St redevelopment plan unanimously

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for one residential and one business application. The board is reviewing requests for setback variances and site plan approvals.

• Aqua New Jersey Inc proposal for two PFAS water treatment buildings totaling 2,072 sq. ft at 1000 Whatley Rd
• Sam Jacob request for front yard setback for a constructed roof over patio/second floor deck at 93 Tudor Dr

The board adopted the June 10, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It approved a residential memorialization (Application 24-11-034) and a homeowner request for a front‑yard setback at 93 Tudor Dr (Application 25-04-010). It also approved a business request for two PFAS water‑treatment buildings at 1000 Whatley Rd (Application 25-04-013). All decisions were unanimous.

• Adopted June 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved residential memorialization Application 24-11-034 (unanimous)
• Approved homeowner application 25-04-010 for front yard setback at 93 Tudor Dr (unanimous)
• Approved business application 25-04-013 for two PFAS treatment buildings at 1000 Whatley Rd (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss member succession and the NJ Shade Tree Federation conference. The body will also review the Tree Ordinance, the Tree Trust Budget, and matters regarding S Broad Street.

• Tree Ordinance
• Tree Trust Budget
• S Broad Street
• STC Member Succession Plans
• NJ Shade Tree Federation 100th Annual Conference

The Shade Tree Commission reported that Rob Poppert will contact Bianca Jerez about succession planning. Members may register for the NJ Shade Tree Federation 100th Annual Conference in October, but the commission will not submit a booster page. The Tree Ordinance remains under review pending a meeting with Public Works, and the Tree Trust Budget is still being finalized with no planting contract in place. Funding for S Broad Street remains contingent on budget approval.

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss various municipal contracts, grant applications, and budget amendments. The body is also reviewing several ordinances, including a PILOT program for Our Lady of Sorrows and updates to commercial filming and land use codes.

• Proposed $3.5 million appropriation for capital improvements via general obligation bonds
• PILOT program agreement for 3816 E. State Street (Our Lady of Sorrows)
• Contract for municipal calendar design and delivery not to exceed $315,000
• Water pollution control contracts including ferric chloride purchase up to $541,200
• Traffic safety installations at Maddock Ave, S. Clinton Ave, and E. Park Ave up to $66,792

The council adopted the minutes from the April and May meetings. It approved an amendment to the capital budget that authorizes purchase of two police cars. It also approved a senior affordable‑housing project on St. Raphael Parish land and renewed several alcoholic‑beverage licenses. Numerous consent‑agenda items, including grant authorizations and water‑department contracts, were also approved.

• Approved amendment to capital budget authorizing purchase of two police cars (5-0)
• Approved senior affordable‑housing development on St. Raphael Parish land (5-0)
• Approved renewal of ABC liquor licenses with special conditions for July 1 2025‑June 30 2026 (5-0)
• Approved renewal of ABC liquor licenses for July 1 2025‑June 30 2026 (5-0)
• Approved transfer of inactive pocket ABC license to 2695 South Broad Street (5-0)
• Approved multiple consent‑agenda items including fund‑commissioner reappointment, grant authorizations and contracts totaling over $2 million (5-0)
• Approved water‑department contracts for ferric chloride purchase ($541,200 max) and prime pump ($62,390.11 max) (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 Mercer County Facilities Upgrade Grant revenue insertion (4-0, 1 abstain)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will consider several residential and business applications. The board is reviewing a request for a cannabis cultivation facility and a driveway widening waiver.

• Application 25-02-003: Proposed 6,796 sq. ft cannabis cultivation facility at 9 S. Gold Dr
• Application 25-04-012: Request to widen driveway by 4 feet at 204 Youngs Rd
• Review of proposed amendments to Land Use Legislation §550-78 regarding Highway Commercial and General Commercial Districts
• Resolution for affordable housing obligation carried to June 26, 2025
• Memorialization of residential applications for Major 9 LLC and Aqua New Jersey

The board adopted the May 22, 2025 minutes and approved several pending applications. Approvals included residential extensions, code amendment resolutions, business projects, a homeowner driveway waiver with a barrier condition, and a cannabis cultivation facility. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Adopted minutes from May 22, 2025 (unanimously)
• Approved Extension of Approval – Revised for Application 23-11-034 (residential) (unanimously)
• Approved Resolution 25-262 referring proposed amendments to township code (unanimously)
• Approved Application 24-11-033 (residential) (unanimously)
• Approved Application 25-05-015 (business) (unanimously)
• Approved Application 25-05-016 (business) (unanimously)
• Approved Homeowner Application 25-04-012 for driveway waiver with barrier condition (unanimously)
• Approved Application 25-02-003 for cannabis cultivation facility (business) (unanimously)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission and Green Team will discuss pollinator projects and the work schedule for the Green Team. The body will also review educational flyers funded by a PSE&G Foundation grant and plan for National Night Out.

• Pollinator meadow across from the call center including naming and public access
• Wetlands walk through in Veterans Park
• Sustainable Jersey PSE&G Foundation grant flyers for Adopt-A-Drain, leaf collection, pollinators, and recycling
• Sustainable Jersey Silver Status update
• Planning for National Night Out on August 5, 2025

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission approved the minutes from its May 14, 2025 meeting after a motion by Ann Wolf and a second by Karl Vetter. No other formal votes were taken; the agenda continued with reports, task assignments, and planning for upcoming events such as National Night Out. The commission also set the theme for National Night Out on August 5, 2025 to focus on the commission’s projects. All remaining items were informational or assigned for future work.

• May 14, 2025 minutes approved (motion by Ann Wolf, second by Karl Vetter)
• National Night Out (8/5/2025) theme set to "everything EAC"

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider three homeowner applications for residential construction and use variances. The board will also vote on resolutions of memorialization for four previous applications.

• Application 25-04-014: 22’x24’ addition at 151 Elton Ave
• Application 25-04-010: Roof over patio/second floor deck at 93 Tudor Dr
• Application 24-06-023: 32’x34’ attached garage and use variance at 131 Edgebrook Rd
• Resolutions for Aqua New Jersey (Applications 24-11-034, 24-11-035)
• Resolution for Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust (Application 24-11-037)

The Zoning Board adopted the May 13 minutes and approved four memorialization residential applications. It unanimously approved a 22’x24’ addition for David & Barbara Beym at 151 Elton Ave. The board carried forward Sam Jacob’s front‑yard setback request to June 24, 2025, and unanimously approved a motion to adjourn, amend, and return the Strachan variance application for later consideration.

• Adopted May 13 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization applications 25-04-011, 24-11-034, 24-11-035, 24-11-037 (unanimous)
• Approved 22’x24’ addition for David & Barbara Beym at 151 Elton Ave (unanimous)
• Carried forward Sam Jacob’s application 25-04-010 to June 24, 2025 (jurisdiction taken)
• Approved motion to adjourn, amend, and return Strachan variance application (unanimous)

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse will meet to address the vacancy and election of a new chair. The board will also receive grant updates and discuss programmatic updates and upcoming township events.

• Election of new chair
• Grant updates
• National Night Out event on 8/5
• IOAD event on 8/28

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The regular meeting of the Hamilton Township Zoning Board scheduled for May 27, 2025, has been cancelled.

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review old business including a grant submission and the tree ordinance. The body will also discuss the Tree Trust Budget and matters regarding S Broad Street.

• Nottingham High School’s New Jersey Sustainable Grant Submission
• Tree Ordinance
• Tree Trust Budget meeting with DPW
• S Broad Street

The commission reviewed the Nottingham High School sustainable grant submission, noting no further action was needed. Tree ordinance revisions remain under review, with Rob tasked to schedule a follow‑up discussion and update the replacement fee to $400. The Tree Trust budget is still being finalized, and funding for S Broad Street depends on budget approval. A succession‑plan discussion was set for next month.

• Rob provided requested information for Nottingham High School grant (no further action needed)
• Tree ordinance modifications continue under review; Rob to schedule follow‑up discussion
• Tree replacement fee estimate to be updated to $400
• Responsibility for payment processing to be confirmed by Rob
• Tree Trust budget being finalized; no decision made
• Funding for S Broad Street pending budget approval
• Succession‑plan discussion scheduled for next month

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several business and residential applications, including cannabis cultivation and retail use. The board is also reviewing a redevelopment report for a site on E. State St and proposed amendments to commercial district regulations.

• Cannabis Cultivation Facility proposal at 9 S. Gold Dr
• Retail cannabis use licensing at 147 Sloan Ave
• Pizza restaurant use and parking confirmation at 147 Sloan Ave
• PFAS Water Treatment building addition at 455 Paxson Ave
• Redevelopment report for Our Lady of Sorrow at 3816 E. State St

The Planning Board approved three applications unanimously: a cannabis cultivation warehouse waiver, a cannabis retail licensing waiver, and a PFAS water‑treatment building addition. It also approved two residential and redevelopment resolutions unanimously. One business application for a cannabis warehouse was carried over to the next meeting.

• Approved unanimously Application No 25-02-003 cannabis cultivation warehouse waiver
• Approved unanimously Application No 25-05-016 cannabis retail licensing waiver
• Approved unanimously Application No 25-05-015 pizza restaurant waiver and use confirmation
• Approved unanimously Application No 24-11-033 PFAS water‑treatment building addition
• Approved unanimously Extension of Approval – Revised for Application No 23-11-034 residential
• Approved unanimously resolution on township land‑use code amendments
• Approved unanimously Our Lady of Sorrow 3816 E. State St redevelopment report
• Carried to next Planning Board meeting Application No 25-02-003 warehouse site plan

Town Council

The Council will hold public hearings on a deed restriction for affordable housing at Crosswicks Mews and a utility easement for Spark Car Wash. The body is also introducing a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) program for Our Lady of Sorrows and updating various municipal codes and fees.

• Affordable housing deed restriction for 3332 South Broad Street (Crosswicks Mews)
• PILOT program agreement for Our Lady of Sorrows at 3816 E. State Street
• Contract for pharmacy benefits management with Express Scripts (up to $10,000,000 annually)
• Waste Management of New Jersey sludge hauling contract extension (up to $805,200)
• Engineering services for Route 130 Pump Station Retrofit project ($167,713 maximum)

The council accepted agenda amendments and recessed to act as the Board of Health. It later adjourned as the Board of Health and reconvened as the Township Council, accepted communications, and approved the consent agenda items, including a resolution authorizing a shared‑services EMS dispatch agreement with Mercer County (up to $137,080). All motions passed with unanimous support from the five council members present.

• Accepted agenda amendments – unanimous (5 yea)
• Recessed as Township Council and convened as Board of Health – unanimous (5 yea)
• Adjourned as Board of Health and reconvened as Township Council – unanimous (5 yea)
• Accepted communications – unanimous (5 yea)
• Approved Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA29 – unanimous (5 yea)
• Authorized shared‑services EMS dispatch agreement with Mercer County (max $137,080) – unanimous (5 yea)

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will review Green Team work schedules and pollinator initiatives. Members will discuss ideas for a Sustainable Jersey PSE&G Foundation grant awarded to the township. The meeting also includes overviews of a community clean-up and a rain barrel event.

• Sustainable Jersey PSE&G Foundation grant ideas
• Pollinator initiatives and Green Team work schedule
• Community Clean Up and Rain Barrel event overviews
• Printing for Swedish dishcloths
• Pending business regarding food waste recycling and the Adopt-A-Drain proposal

The commission reviewed agenda items including pollinator initiatives, green team scheduling, updates from the council liaison, community clean‑up, rain barrel event, and new business such as the Sustainable Jersey PSE&G grant ideas and printing for Swedish dishcloths. No approvals, votes, or formal actions were recorded in the minutes.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider several residential and business applications. Key items include two water treatment facility additions and a retail expansion for online pickup.

• Application 25-04-011: 30’x40’ accessory building at 37 Ellisdale Rd
• Application 24-11-034: 1,968 sq. ft PFAS water treatment building at 51 Park Ave
• Application 24-11-035: 320 sq ft PFAS water treatment building at 340 Paxson Ave
• Application 24-11-037: 4,920 sq ft online pick-up area addition at 1750 Nottingham Way

The Zoning Board approved the minutes from the April 8 Planning Board meeting and two memorialization applications unanimously. It also approved a homeowner accessory‑building variance and two Aqua New Jersey PFAS water‑treatment building applications, all unanimously. No decision was recorded for the Walmart pick‑up area application. All approvals were unanimous.

• Adopted April 8, 2025 Planning Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Application 24-01-004 (Gennaro Salzano) memorialization (unanimous)
• Approved Application 25-02-006 (Anthony & Denise Gutierrez) memorialization (unanimous)
• Approved Application 25-04-011 (Kevin Zimmer) accessory building variance (unanimous)
• Approved Application 24-11-034 (Aqua New Jersey) 1,968 sq ft PFAS treatment building (unanimous)
• Approved Application 24-11-035 (Aqua New Jersey) 320 sq ft PFAS treatment building (unanimous)
• No decision recorded for Application 24-11-037 (Court at Hamilton LLC/Walmart) pick‑up area

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for May 8, 2025. No items are being discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no proceedings will occur

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption of the calendar year 2025 municipal budget. The body will also consider several contract extensions and a cannabis retail license application.

• Adoption of the Calendar Year 2025 Municipal Budget
• Support for JSNN Tulsi LLC (d/b/a Sweetspot Dispensary) cannabis retail license application
• Snow plowing and deicing contract extension with Rusling Paving & Concrete and Gres Paving Company not to exceed $300,000.00
• Emergency generator maintenance contract extension with Power Equipment Company not to exceed $119,605.00
• Deed restriction for affordable housing at Crosswicks Mews at Hamilton (3332 South Broad Street)

The council approved the March 18 and April 1 meeting minutes and accepted the posted communications. It passed several resolutions, including support for Sweetspot Dispensary’s cannabis license application, the transfer of an inactive liquor license, and the adoption of the 2025 municipal budget. The consent agenda items CA1‑CA11 were approved, and two ordinances—one for affordable‑housing deed restrictions and another for a utility easement for Spark Car Wash—were introduced on first reading.

• Approved March 18 and April 1 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Accepted communications and agenda amendment (5‑0 each)
• Approved Resolution 25‑221 supporting Sweetspot dispensary application (4‑1, Tighe abstained)
• Approved Resolution 25‑222 authorizing transfer of inactive liquor license (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items CA1‑CA11 (5‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance 25‑005 for deed‑restricted affordable housing (first reading, 5‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance 25‑006 for utility easement for Spark Car Wash (first reading, 5‑0)
• Adopted the 2025 municipal budget (Resolution 25‑235, 5‑0)

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for April 24, 2025. No business will be conducted; the notice complies with the Open Public Meetings Act.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for April 22, 2025. No public hearings or decisions will take place. The cancellation was announced in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act.

• Regular meeting of April 22, 2025, cancelled.

Shade Tree Commission

The Hamilton Township Shade Tree Commission will meet on April 22, 2025, to discuss several agenda items. Topics include a tree ordinance, the tree trust budget in coordination with the Department of Public Works, Arbor Day updates, and matters related to South Broad Street. No votes or final decisions are specified in the agenda; all items appear to be under discussion.

• Discussion of tree ordinance
• Tree trust budget meeting with DPW
• Arbor Day updates
• South Broad Street item

The commission provided tree recommendations for Nottingham High School’s Sustainable Grant submission. It completed the initial review of Arbor Day poster submissions, set award amounts for contest winners, and prepared planting materials for the Friday planting at Klockner Elementary. Discussions on the Tree Ordinance, Tree Trust Budget, and S Broad Street were postponed to next month.

• Provided tree recommendations for Nottingham High School grant submission
• Completed initial review of Arbor Day poster submissions
• Determined award amounts for Arbor Day contest winners
• Prepared planting materials and supplies for Friday planting at Klockner Elementary
• Postponed discussion of Tree Ordinance to next month
• Postponed discussion of Tree Trust Budget to next month
• Postponed discussion of S Broad Street to next month

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a budget workshop to review departmental spending. Presentations will be provided by the Director of Water Pollution Control, the Police Chief, and the OEM Coordinator.

• Water Pollution Control budget review (Utility Management, Sewer Lines, Pump Stations)
• Department of Public Safety, Division of Police budget review (Vehicles, 911 Dispatch)
• Office of Emergency Management budget review

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council holds a budget workshop to review proposed spending for the Department of Health, Recreation, Senior & Veteran Services and the Department of Public Works. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Review of Health, Recreation, Senior & Veteran Services budget including Animal Control, Environmental Health, Public Health, Recreation, Summer Programs, Kuser Farm, Bromley Neighborhood Service Center, Grafton House, Sayen House, Nottingham Ballroom, 4th of July, Winter Wonderland, Azalea Festival, Oktoberfest, Senior Citizens, and HAASA
• Review of Public Works budget including Vehicles and Maintenance, Utilities, Solid Waste Collection & Recycling, Safety, Parks Maintenance, Landfill-Solid Waste Disposal, and Buildings and Grounds
• No specific dollar amounts or votes listed on the agenda

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council holds a regular meeting with a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank (ORD1). The council also considers resolutions on affordable housing obligations, a secondhand auto dealer license, and a consent agenda containing over a dozen contracts, purchases, and refunds, including a $1.3 million affordable housing rehabilitation program contract.

• Second reading and public hearing on ordinance 25-004 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Resolution 25-199 amending affordable housing obligations under P.L. 2024, c. 2 and the Fair Share Housing Act
• Consent agenda item CA2: $1,309,000 maximum contract with Isles, Inc. for affordable housing rehabilitation program
• Consent agenda item CA11: $232,500 contract for first responder PPE uniforms with Turn Out Fire and Safety
• Consent agenda item CA9: $95,242 purchase of one 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV for Fire Department

The Hamilton Township Council approved an ordinance that raises the municipal budget appropriation limit to 3.5%. It also approved a second‑hand automobile dealer license for Jersey Auto Cars, LLC and adopted all items on the Consent Agenda, including a memorial stone donation, a housing‑rehabilitation consulting contract, a new fire‑department SUV, water‑department contract extensions, several fee refunds, and a redevelopment designation. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 25-004 to exceed budget limits to 3.5% (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-198 granting a second‑hand automobile dealer license to Shamil Albishr​y d/b/a Jersey Auto Cars, LLC at 1634 Nottingham Way (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda CA1 – donation of memorial stone from District 12 Little League umpires ($750) (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda CA2 – award of up to $1,309,000 to Isles, Inc. for affordable‑housing rehabilitation consulting (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda CA8 – purchase of one 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV for the fire division (up to $95,242) (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda CA10 – one‑year extension of underground‑infrastructure contract (up to $950,000) (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda CA20 – amendment to refund overpayments totaling $30,018.06 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda CA21 – designation of 386 East State Street as a non‑condemnation redevelopment area (5-0)

Town Council

This is a budget workshop meeting where the Town Council will review proposed budgets for several departments, including Municipal Court, Law, Finance, Municipal Clerk, Township Council, Administration, and Mayor's Office. No formal votes are expected; the session is for discussion and preparation for the upcoming fiscal year budget.

• Review of Municipal Court budget with Judge Santicinto and Court Administrator Jessica Hammill
• Review of Department of Law budget with Director Elissa Grodd Schragger and Assistant Attorney Jennifer Eugene
• Review of Department of Finance budget with Director Eugenia Poulos and Budget Officer John Calderone
• Review of Municipal Clerk budget with Alison Sabo
• Review of Department of Administration budget with Business Administrator Kathryn Monzo

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously extended the approval of Application No. 23-11-034 (residential) for 190 days. The Board also adopted the minutes from the March 20, 2025 meeting. Additionally, the Board recommended to the governing body that the site at Block 1666 Lot 80 be designated as a non‑condemnation redevelopment area.

• Extended approval of Application 23-11-034 (residential) for 190 days – unanimous
• Adopted minutes from March 20, 2025 meeting – unanimous
• Recommended to governing body that Block 1666 Lot 80 is a redevelopment area – recommendation

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will discuss upcoming events including a community clean-up and a rain barrel event on 5/10/25. They will also consider a topic to bring to Mayor Martin and review pending business such as food waste recycling and incorporating climate change into the master plan.

• Community Clean Up event organized by Haig and Jimmy
• Rain Barrel Event scheduled for May 10, 2025
• Discussion of a topic to be brought to Mayor Martin
• Pending business includes Food Waste Recycling, Climate Superfund Act, and Adopt-A-Drain Proposal
• Green Team pollinator initiatives and monthly work schedule

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing on a homeowner application seeking variance relief from side and rear yard setbacks to construct a 12x16 art workshop and an 11x25 pool house/shed at 2144 Whatley Rd. The board must act on the application by May 1, 2025. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting.

• Application No. 25-02-006: Anthony & Denise Gutierrez propose a 12x16 art workshop and 11x25 pool house/shed at 2144 Whatley Rd (Zone R-10).
• Request for variance relief from side and rear yard setbacks.
• Board must act by May 1, 2025.
• Adoption of minutes from March 11, 2025 Zoning Board meeting.

The Zoning Board adopted the March 11, 2025 Planning Board minutes with a unanimous vote. It also approved the homeowner's request for variance relief from side and rear yard setbacks at 2144 Whatley Rd, also unanimously. Both actions were recorded as decisions of the April 8, 2025 meeting.

• Adopted March 11, 2025 Planning Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance relief for 2144 Whatley Rd residential property (unanimous)

Town Council

This is a budget workshop meeting where the Town Council reviews proposed budgets for the Department of Community & Economic Development and the Division of Fire. No votes or final decisions are expected; it is a discussion session to examine departmental spending categories.

• Review of Department of Community & Economic Development budget covering Affordable Housing, Engineering, Zoning, and Building UCC
• Review of Fire Division budget including salaries, vehicle purchases, equipment, and training
• No specific dollar amounts or proposed changes are listed on the agenda

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse will meet via MS Teams to receive an overview of the Hamilton Drug Court. The board will also address new appointees, grant updates, and the election of a new chairperson.

• Hamilton Drug Court overview by Jessica Hammill
• Election of a new board chair
• Review of new appointees
• Grant updates

The alliance reported that a Fiscal 2025 grant had been approved and a letter of intent was sent to the council for funding. Each of the three Hamilton Township high schools (Steinert, Nottingham, and Hamilton High West) will receive $5,000 for Project Graduation and after‑prom programs. Police Officer Timothy Donovan was noted as the new School Resource Officer, replacing Officer Schuster. The chairperson position remains vacant and members were asked to submit self‑nominations.

• Grant for Fiscal 2025 approved (letter of intent sent to council)
• Allocated $5,000 to each of three high schools for after‑prom programs
• Police Officer Timothy Donovan appointed as SRO, replacing Officer Schuster

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will hold a regular meeting on April 1, 2025, to introduce the Calendar Year 2025 Municipal Budget and an ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits. Other items include a resolution for a cannabis testing laboratory permit, several contract awards (including school repairs and road materials), and a lead grant fund return. The consent agenda covers public defender appointments, vaccine purchases, and various refunds.

• Introduction of CY2025 Municipal Budget and ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits
• Resolution authorizing a cannabis testing laboratory permit for Integrated Analytical Solutions, Inc.
• Return of $88,400.00 in Lead Grant Assistance Program funding to the state
• Contract for Homedell School Structural Repairs and Masonry Restoration ($90,388.00)
• Contract extension for road materials (asphalt) with $3,847,500.00 maximum

The council approved the sale of $28,092,000 in general improvement bonds. It also authorized a one‑year permit for a cannabis testing laboratory and transferred an alcoholic beverage license. Joint proclamations recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month and Autism Awareness Month were adopted, and a donation of two American flags was accepted. An ordinance to exceed the municipal budget limit was introduced on first reading, and the 2025 municipal budget was presented for approval.

• Approved $28,092,000 bond sale (5 yea)
• Approved cannabis testing laboratory permit (4 yea, 1 abstain)
• Approved transfer of alcoholic beverage license (5 yea)
• Adopted joint proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention Month and Autism Awareness Month (5 yea)
• Accepted donation of two American flags (5 yea)
• Introduced ordinance to exceed budget limits on first reading (5 yea)
• Approved introduction of the 2025 municipal budget (5 yea)
• Accepted agenda amendments (5 yea)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for March 25, 2025. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Shade Tree Commission

The Hamilton Township Shade Tree Commission will meet to discuss a tree ordinance, a meeting with DPW regarding the Tree Trust Budget, updates on Arbor Day, and matters related to S Broad Street. The agenda is brief and procedural.

• Discussion of Tree Ordinance
• Tree Trust Budget – meeting with DPW
• Arbor Day Updates
• S Broad Street matters

Planning Board

The Hamilton Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing at 6 p.m. The agenda is mostly procedural, including adoption of minutes from March 6 and consideration of two resolutions of memorialization for a business application (25-01-002) by TEB of Hamilton LLC/JSNN Tulsi LLC and a residential application (24-10-030) by Gianni Polizzi. No additional details on the applications are provided in the agenda.

• Adoption of minutes from the March 6, 2025 Planning Board meeting
• Resolution of memorialization for business application 25-01-002 (TEB of Hamilton LLC/JSNN Tulsi LLC)
• Resolution of memorialization for residential application 24-10-030 (Gianni Polizzi)

The board adopted the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting. It then approved a business application (No. 25-01-002) and a residential application (No. 24-10-030) unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Adopted March 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Business application 25-01-002 – TEB of Hamilton LLC / JSNN Tulsi LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Residential application 24-10-030 – Gianni Polizzi (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council is considering emergency temporary budgets for municipal and sewer operations. The meeting includes votes on various public safety equipment purchases and road improvement projects.

• Municipal emergency temporary budget of $89,831,573.00 and sewer emergency temporary budget of $9,904,390.00
• Contract for Whitehorse-Mercerville Road Transit Access Improvement project: $299,440.00
• Fire apparatus repair contract extension not to exceed $450,000.00
• Shared contract for vehicle collision repair and painting services with a $150,000.00 maximum
• Renewal of cannabis testing laboratory permit for Green Analytics East, LLC

The Hamilton Township Council approved the renewal of a cannabis testing laboratory permit for Green Analytics East, LLC, and passed a 26-item consent agenda including temporary budgets, contracts, and grants. The council also heard public comments about a fire captain's sick leave dispute and various community concerns, but took no formal action on those matters.

• Approved cannabis testing lab permit renewal for Green Analytics East, LLC (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda CA1-CA26 (5-0), including $89.8M municipal temporary budget
• Approved $9.9M sewer emergency temporary budget
• Approved donation of fire vehicle to Mercer County Community College
• Approved $6,900 grant application for K-9 cop matching program
• Approved $299,440 contract for Whitehorse-Mercerville Road project
• Approved $50,761.20 purchase of three Generac light towers
• Approved $66,705 contract for gear extractors and dryers

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will meet to discuss several initiatives including a Climate Superfund Act, a grant opportunity, and the Adopt-A-Drain proposal. They will also receive updates on the Green Team's pollinator initiatives and the Community Clean Up event. No land use applications are scheduled.

• Discussion of Climate Superfund Act
• Grant from the Township (council liaison update)
• Adopt-A-Drain Proposal
• Community Clean Up event
• Tulpehaking Nature Center events and needs: volunteer days, climate talk, community engagement

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission met on March 12, 2025, and approved the minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting. The commission discussed upcoming events, including a community cleanup, and received updates on various initiatives such as the Adopt-A-Drain proposal and library displays. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; the meeting was largely informational and planning-focused.

• Approved minutes from February 12, 2025 meeting (motion by Ann Wolf, second by Cathy Wagner)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and decide on a minor subdivision application to create three lots at 745 Yardville Hamilton Square Road, requiring variance relief from lot frontage, width, and existing side yard setback requirements in the R-10 zone. The board must act by February 11, 2025, and will also adopt minutes from the January 28 meeting.

• Application 24-01-004: Gennaro Salzano proposes a minor subdivision to create 3 lots at 745 Yardville Hamilton Square Road
• Variance relief requested from lot frontage, width, and existing side yard setback standards
• Property located in R-10 zone, Map 299, Section 2606.03, Lot 175
• Board must act by February 11, 2025 (date already passed)

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board unanimously approved Application No. 24-01-004 by Gennaro Salzano for a minor subdivision creating three lots at 745 Yardville Hamilton Square Road. The approval includes variance relief for lot frontage, width, and side yard setbacks, as well as design waivers for driveway width and setback. The board also granted approval for overhead/underground utilities as part of the application.

• Approved Application No. 24-01-004 for a minor subdivision creating three lots at 745 Yardville Hamilton Square Road.
• Granted a D2 variance for the application, as agreed by all board members.
• Approved four bulk variances for lot frontage, width, and side yard setbacks.
• Approved two design waivers for driveway width and setback.
• Granted approval for overhead/underground utilities for the subdivision.
• Approved the minutes of the January 28, 2025 Planning Board meeting unanimously.

Planning Board

The Hamilton Township Planning Board will hold a meeting to vote on resolutions of memorialization and review two new applications. The board is considering a retail cannabis license and a residential lot creation.

• Preliminary investigation for 'non-condemnation area in need of redevelopment' at Block 1666 Lot 80
• Retail cannabis use licensing application for 199 Sloan Ave (JSNN Tulsi LLC)
• Minor subdivision approval to create two lots at 193 Vetterlein Ave (Gianni Polizzi)
• Extension of approval for 2780 Kuser Road LLC
• Resolution for Application No: 25-01-001 (Vision Cannabis LLC)

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously approved a minor subdivision for 193 Vetterlein Ave, creating two lots, and a preliminary and final site plan for a retail cannabis dispensary at 199 Sloan Ave. The board also approved a three-year extension for a business application and a resolution to investigate a property for redevelopment. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved resolution 25-105 to investigate Block 1666 Lot 80 as a non-condemnation area in need of redevelopment.
• Approved a three-year extension for Application 20-05-011 (2780 Kuser Road LLC) until February 8, 2028.
• Approved Application 25-01-001 (L.O. Properties LLC / Vision Cannabis LLC).
• Approved minor subdivision for 193 Vetterlein Ave (Application 24-10-030) to create two lots.
• Approved preliminary and final site plan for a retail cannabis dispensary at 199 Sloan Ave (Application 25-01-002).

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will consider two emergency temporary budgets totaling $99.7 million for municipal operations ($89.8M) and sewer services ($9.9M). Public hearings are scheduled for renewing a cannabis testing laboratory permit for Green Analytics East, LLC and for adopting prequalification regulations for the Sayen Gardens Koi Pond restoration. The consent agenda includes labor agreements with the CWA Local 1040 and FMBA 284, multiple grant applications for park improvements, and various contracts and refunds. A second-reading ordinance would amend marriage ceremony fees in the township code.

• Emergency temporary budgets: $89,831,573 (municipal) and $9,904,390 (sewer)
• Public hearing on renewal of cannabis testing laboratory permit for Green Analytics East, LLC
• Public hearing on prequalification regulations for Sayen Gardens Koi Pond restoration (155 Hughes Drive)
• Labor agreements: CWA Local 1040 (lower-level supervisors, 2025-2028) and FMBA 284 (firefighters, 2025-2027)
• Grant applications: US Tennis Association match grant up to $60,000 for Veterans Park tennis center lighting; Mercer County grants for inclusive playground ($50,000) and facility improvements ($250,000) at Homedell Recreation Center

The council approved Resolution 25-132, which sets prequalification regulations for contractors bidding on the Sayen Gardens koi pond restoration at 155 Hughes Drive. The project, partly funded by grants, will require specialized certified pond contractors. The council also approved a consent agenda with 18 items, including a labor agreement with CWA Local 1040, a used fire truck purchase, and grant applications for park improvements. An ordinance raising marriage ceremony fees for non-residents was adopted on second reading.

• Approved Resolution 25-132: prequalification regulations for Sayen Gardens koi pond restoration contractors
• Adopted ordinance 25-003: raising marriage ceremony fees for non-residents
• Approved consent agenda CA1-CA18, including labor agreement with CWA Local 1040 (2025-2028)
• Authorized purchase of a 2015 Pierce rescue truck from Mansfield Township for up to $500,000
• Approved grant applications for Veterans Park tennis court lighting and Homedell Recreation Center improvements
• Rescinded professional services agreement for Assistant Municipal Prosecutor due to conflict of interest
• Approved re-establishment of petty cash funds for two departments ($200 each)
• Approved refunds for facility fees and wedding ceremony cancellations

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for February 25, 2025. No agenda items will be discussed or decided. The next meeting date is not specified.

Shade Tree Commission

The Hamilton Township Shade Tree Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss several agenda items including Arbor Day plans, tree planting on S Broad Street, Tree City USA status, a tree ordinance, and the project budget. No decisions or specific proposals are detailed in the agenda; these topics are set for discussion.

• Discussion of tree ordinance
• Project budget review
• Arbor Day planning
• S Broad Street tree matters
• Tree City USA / Annual Arbor Day Report (AAR)

The Hamilton Township Shade Tree Commission met and discussed several ongoing items, including the 2025 Arbor Day theme, coordination on S Broad Street, Tree City USA reports, a pending tree ordinance, and a project budget. No formal votes or final decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Reviewed prior Arbor Day themes to determine 2025 topic (no decision)
• Noted outreach to Klockner principal for Arbor Day meeting (awaiting response)
• Discussed S Broad Street coordination efforts (no action)
• Noted Tree City/AAR reports submitted, awaiting feedback
• Discussed tree ordinance pending final approval
• Agreed to develop project scope for budget proposal

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to investigate whether Block 1666 Lot 80 qualifies as a non-condemnation area in need of redevelopment. They will also adopt meeting minutes, act on an extension for a business application (2780 Kuser Road LLC), memorialize three prior applications, and hear a new application from Vision Cannabis LLC for retail cannabis licensing at 147 Sloan Ave.

• Resolution for preliminary investigation of Block 1666 Lot 80 as a non-condemnation redevelopment area
• New application: Vision Cannabis LLC – retail cannabis licensing at 147 Sloan Ave, with waiver request
• Extension of approval for Application 20-05-011 (2780 Kuser Road LLC)
• Resolutions of memorialization for JHR Real Estate (United Refrigeration), Sunnybrae Baseball League (Liquid Outdoor Media), and James R. McCagg

The board approved a retail cannabis license for Vision Cannabis LLC at 147 Sloan Ave, with testimony on security, odor control, and hiring. It also approved a redevelopment investigation for Block 1666 Lot 80, a three-year extension for 2780 Kuser Road LLC, and three memorializing resolutions. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved retail cannabis license for Vision Cannabis LLC at 147 Sloan Ave (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary investigation for non-condemnation redevelopment at Block 1666 Lot 80 (unanimous)
• Approved three-year extension for 2780 Kuser Road LLC until Feb 8, 2028 (unanimous)
• Approved memorializing resolution for JHR Real Estate LLC / United Refrigeration (unanimous)
• Approved memorializing resolution for Sunnybrae Baseball League Inc / Liquid Outdoor Media (unanimous)
• Approved memorializing resolution for James R. McCagg (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council will consider several high-value infrastructure contracts and vehicle purchases for the Department of Public Works. The meeting also includes votes on liquor license transfers and a new labor agreement for lower-level supervisors.

• Roadway improvements contract with Gres Paving for Springdale Ave, East Howell St, Maple Shade Ave, and Meredith Rd ($900,358.77 max)
• Roadway improvements contract with Earle Asphalt for Erie Ave, Jesse Drive, and Robin Drive ($389,813.13 max)
• Purchase of a 2026 Kenworth dump truck ($375,455.99 max) and a 2025 Ford F-450 dump truck ($116,366.92 max)
• Liquor license transfer for 628 Arena Drive to El Toro Del Fuego Corp.
• Proposed ordinance amending fees for marriage ceremonies

The Hamilton Township Council approved a 24-item consent agenda covering contracts for road paving, trucks, sewer work, and a new veterinarian for the animal shelter. It also adopted an ordinance accepting easements for the Klockner Elementary School Safe Routes to School project and introduced an ordinance amending marriage ceremony fees. The meeting included a lengthy Board of Health update on flu, STD clinic, and animal shelter operations.

• Approved consent agenda CA1-CA24 (5-0; Carabelli abstained on CA18)
• Adopted ordinance accepting easements for Klockner Elementary Safe Routes project (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending marriage ceremony fees (5-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer to El Toro Del Fuego at 628 Arena Drive (5-0)
• Approved outdoor patio expansion for Olde Nottingham Tavern (5-0)
• Approved $900,358 roadway contract for Springdale Ave, East Howell St, Maple Shade Ave, Meredith Rd
• Approved $389,813 roadway contract for Erie Ave, Jesse Dr, Robin Dr
• Approved $15,700 veterinarian services agreement for animal shelter

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will discuss pollinator initiatives, a community clean-up, and an ANJEC-sponsored workshop on urbanization. The body is also reviewing land use applications for three cannabis-related businesses with comments due by March 16, 2025.

• Retail cannabis licensing application at 147 Sloan Ave (Vision Cannabis LLC)
• Retail cannabis licensing application at 199 Sloan Ave (JSNN Tulsi LLC)
• Cannabis cultivation facility proposal for a 6,796 sq. ft warehouse at 9 S. Gold Dr (Divine Garden LLC)
• Adopt-A-Drain proposal
• ANJEC-sponsored workshop on urbanization and watershed planning

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for February 11, 2025. No business will be conducted at this time.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items will be heard

Planning Board

The regular meeting of the Hamilton Township Planning Board scheduled for February 6, 2025, has been cancelled.

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts and grant applications, including funding for a playground and basketball court renovations. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the suspension of a landlord license for Jean Alexis.

• Grant application for $750,000 for an inclusive accessible playground at Switlik Park
• Contract with MECO for ADA roadway improvements to South Broad Street ($1,112,178.50 maximum)
• Contract with Barrett Paving for roadway improvements to Anastasia Court, Red Cedar Road, and Lakeside Boulevard ($604,886.50 maximum)
• Public hearing on the suspension of landlord license for Jean Alexis
• Support for JSNN Tulsi LLC’s (d/b/a Sweetspot Dispensary) cannabis retail license application

The council held a public hearing and voted unanimously to suspend landlord Jean Alexis's license for 90 days for a multi-unit property at 1633 East State Street deemed uninhabitable. The council also approved resolutions for historic masonry work, a Green Acres playground grant, and a cannabis dispensary resolution, among other items.

• Suspended landlord license for Jean Alexis for 90 days (4-0)
• Approved prequalification regulations for Isaac Pearson House masonry restoration (4-0)
• Authorized grant application for inclusive playground at Switlik Park ($750,000) (4-0)
• Supported SweetSpot dispensary's cannabis retail license application (3-0-1, Tighe abstained)
• Approved consent agenda with 19 resolutions (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance for Klockner Elementary School pedestrian safety improvements (4-0)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission discussed plans for Arbor Day at Klockner Elementary School, coordination with Engineering on replanting in the Highlands/Pannick/Hamilton Lakes area, and the need to obtain a cost estimate for S Broad Street design. The commission also noted pending final approval of a tree ordinance and plans to meet with DPW to review the Tree Escrow Trust Account for a project budget.

• Arbor Day at Klockner Elementary School – confirm principal interest and plan poster contest
• Potential overlap of replanting efforts with Engineering sidewalk work in Highlands/Pannick/Hamilton Lakes
• S Broad Street funding – need scope and cost estimate for design including brickwork
• Tree City USA and Community Forestry annual reports due mid-February, requiring mayor's approval
• Tree ordinance pending final approval – enforcement status to be determined

Shade Tree Commission

The Hamilton Township Shade Tree Commission will meet on January 28, 2025, to discuss Arbor Day at Klockner Elementary School, planting projects in Highlands/Pannick/Hamilton Lakes, and funding for S Broad Street. They will also review the Tree City USA/Community Forestry annual report and recommend a new commission member.

• Arbor Day event at Klockner Elementary School
• Planting projects in Highlands/Pannick/Hamilton Lakes
• Discussion of Ham Lakes versus 2018 Safe Routes to School grant work
• S Broad Street funding
• Tree City USA/Community Forestry Annual report and recommendation for new STC member

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The board will handle procedural items including election of officers, adoption of 2025 meeting dates and official newspaper, and approval of minutes. Resolutions of memorialization for two residential applications (Valverde and Sharma) will be adopted. A public hearing is scheduled to start at 6:00 p.m.

• Adoption of resolution for Application 24-09-028 (Residential, Jhonathan & Jessica Valverde)
• Adoption of resolution for Application 24-10-031 (Residential, Kunaz & Martna Sharma)
• Election of officers for 2025
• Adoption of 2025 meeting dates and official newspaper (The Trentonian)
• Approval of minutes from October 22, 2024

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board held its annual reorganization meeting, unanimously electing Joseph Weber as chairman and James Kochenour as vice chairman. The board also reappointed Christopher Zingaro as board attorney and Madison Nebbia as secretary, adopted the 2025 meeting schedule, and designated The Trentonian as the official newspaper. Two residential applications were approved unanimously via resolutions of memorialization.

• Elected Joseph Weber as chairman (unanimous)
• Elected James Kochenour as vice chairman (unanimous)
• Reappointed Christopher Zingaro as board attorney (unanimous)
• Reappointed Madison Nebbia as board secretary (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 and January 2026 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Adopted The Trentonian as official newspaper (unanimous)
• Approved Application No. 24-09-028 (Valverde residential) (unanimous)
• Approved Application No. 24-10-031 (Sharma residential) (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions memorializing a commercial cannabis application and an ordinance amending land-use regulations for cannabis establishments. A new application from United Refrigeration Inc. for a 10,683 sq ft warehouse addition at 19 Industrial Dr, with requested variances, will also be heard. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call and flag salute.

• Resolution memorializing Application 24-11-038 for a commercial cannabis use by Northeast Alternatives NJ LLC
• Ordinance 25-001 amending Chapter 550, §550-143 on cannabis establishments
• Application 24-02-005: United Refrigeration Inc. proposes 10,683 sq ft warehouse addition at 19 Industrial Dr (Zone IND)
• Variance relief requested from parking, frontage, width, and side yard setbacks
• Board must act on Application 24-02-005 by March 22, 2025

The Hamilton Township Planning Board unanimously approved a site plan for a 10,683 sq. ft. warehouse addition at 19 Industrial Dr., with variances and conditions. The board also unanimously approved a resolution for a commercial application and an ordinance amendment regarding cannabis establishments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Application No. 24-11-038 (commercial) unanimously
• Approved Ordinance 25-001 (cannabis establishments) unanimously
• Approved Application No. 24-02-005 (warehouse addition) unanimously

Town Council

The Hamilton Township Council will hold a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance amending regulations for cannabis and medical cannabis establishments. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with over 30 resolutions covering grants, contracts, appointments, and a tax sale, as well as a resolution confirming the township's fourth-round affordable housing obligations. Additionally, several resolutions authorize grant applications for road improvements, a park conversion, and police overtime.

• Ordinance 25-001: second reading and public hearing on amendments to cannabis establishment regulations
• Resolution 25-080: confirming fourth-round affordable housing obligations under state law
• Resolution 25-051: accepting $22,967 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for police overtime
• Resolution 25-054: application for $300,000 NJDOT Local Freight Impact Fund grant for East Sixth Avenue road improvements
• Resolution 25-053: application for $100,000 Bloomberg Asphalt Art Initiative grant to convert vacant lot at Pitman and Clover Avenues into a park

The council adopted Resolution 25-080 confirming a 504-unit affordable housing obligation for the fourth round, lower than the state's 546-unit calculation. The decision followed a presentation by T&M Associates recommending revisions to the land capacity factor. The council also approved the consent agenda, including contracts and grants, and adopted an ordinance setting minimum distances between cannabis retail establishments.

• Adopted Resolution 25-080 confirming 504-unit affordable housing obligation (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance 25-001 setting minimum distance between cannabis retail establishments (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items CA1-CA38, excluding CA37 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of December 3, 2024 (4-0)
• Accepted communication from Girl Scouts for cookie sales (4-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss housing litigation (4-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for January 13, 2025. No business was conducted or discussed.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider an ordinance amending land development regulations for cannabis establishments, and will hear two new commercial applications: a retail cannabis dispensary on State Hwy 130 and a 60-foot electronic billboard on Pleasant Dr & I-195. The board will also act on a homeowner subdivision application and adopt minutes from past meetings. Election of officers and adoption of meeting dates for 2025 are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 550, §550-143 regarding cannabis and medical cannabis establishments
• Application 24-11-038: 7.612-acre retail cannabis dispensary at 780-800 State Hwy 130, zone RD (board must act by May 6, 2025)
• Application 24-03-009: 60-foot electronic message center billboard at Pleasant Dr & I-195, zone RD (board must act by March 26, 2025)
• Application 24-05-020: Major subdivision creating four lots at 230 McAdoo, zone R-10 (board must act by December 21, 2024)

The Hamilton Township Planning Board held its annual reorganization meeting, electing officers and adopting meeting dates and official newspaper. The board then unanimously approved three applications: a retail cannabis dispensary at 780-800 State Hwy 130, an electronic billboard at Pleasant Dr & Interstate 195, and a major subdivision at 230 McAdoo. All approvals were unanimous.

• Elected Robert Calabro as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Michael Maloney as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Reappointed R. Scott King as Board Attorney (unanimous)
• Reappointed Madison Nebbia as Planning Board Secretary (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025/2026 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Adopted The Trentonian as official newspaper (unanimous)
• Approved cannabis dispensary site plan at 780-800 State Hwy 130 (unanimous)
• Approved electronic billboard at Pleasant Dr & Interstate 195 (unanimous)

Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA)

The Hamilton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (HAASA) will hold a routine meeting on January 9, 2025, via Microsoft Teams. The board will address multiple vacant seats, elect a new chair, discuss programmatic updates, and consider appointing new commissioners. No major policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Election of new chair due to multiple vacant board seats
• Call for new commissioners to fill vacancies
• Approval of October 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Programmatic updates from Alliance Coordinator

Environmental Commission

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission will meet on January 8, 2025, for a routine meeting covering updates from the Green Team, old business items (including the Adopt-A-Drain proposal and community garden), and new business such as housekeeping tasks and discussing how to incorporate climate change into the township's master plan. No land use applications are scheduled.

• Adopt-A-Drain proposal update
• Community garden update
• Incorporate climate change into master plan
• ANJEC training for new members (possible costs)
• T-shirt money collection ($10 cash due to Claudia)

The Hamilton Township Environmental Commission met on January 8, 2025, and approved the minutes from the December 11, 2024 meeting. No formal decisions were made on substantive items; discussions included pollinator initiatives, a community garden proposal that administration declined due to costs, and an Adopt-A-Drain proposal to be presented to administration. The meeting was procedural and informational.

• Approved December 11, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Karl Vetter, second by Haig Kasabach)
• Discussed community garden proposal; administration declined due to high costs and responsibility, to revisit later
• Discussed Adopt-A-Drain proposal; Clint to prepare public outreach for early spring
• Requested bylaw comments and calendar ideas by January 22, 2025

Town Council

The Council will elect its President and Vice-President and appoint members to various boards and commissions. The body is also considering temporary budget appropriations for 2025 and updates to cannabis establishment regulations.

• Proposed ordinance amending land use regulations for cannabis and medical cannabis establishments
• Resolution supporting Vision Cannabis LLC's application for a Class 5 retail and dispensary license
• Professional services agreement for wastewater treatment plant engineering ($500,000 shared maximum)
• Professional services for bond counsel with Malamut & Associates LLC and McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC ($200,000 shared maximum)
• Change order for Fire Apparatus Repair, Inc. vehicle maintenance (+$170,000 increase)