Hillsborough public meetings in 2023

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee held a regular meeting on December 28, 2023, where they approved municipal budget transfers as part of their consent agenda. No substantive new business was discussed beyond procedural items.

• Resolution Approving 2023 Municipal Budget Transfers

The Hillsborough Township Committee unanimously approved a resolution authorizing $15,000 in appropriation transfers within the 2023 Municipal Budget. The transfers move funds between various department accounts, including Social Security, Payroll Services, and Department of Public Works salaries. The meeting also included a brief public comment period and a suggestion to review a state Affordable Housing bill in January.

• Approved $15,000 in 2023 budget appropriation transfers (unanimous)
• Authorized CFO to execute transfers between specified accounts
• Adjourned meeting at 8:03 AM (unanimous voice vote)

Historic Preservation Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission on December 14, 2023, has been canceled. No business or applications are listed for discussion.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding several site plan and subdivision applications. Items include a proposed 80,000 square foot industrial building and warehouse/office construction at 203 and 189 Homestead Road.

• Public hearing for 80,000 square foot industrial building at 303 Amwell Road
• Public hearing for warehouse/office buildings at 203 and 189 Homestead Road
• Proposed 480 square foot addition for Petrock’s Liquors, Inc. at 419 Amwell Road
• Review of 2023 Climate Change-Related Hazard Vulnerability Assessment
• Resolution regarding a regional truck traffic study for Somerset County

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board approved the 2023 Climate Change-Related Hazard Vulnerability Assessment and added it to the Master Plan Land Use Element. The board also approved a resolution recommending a regional study of truck traffic, granted a waiver for a liquor store addition, and continued several applications to future dates. All votes were unanimous or carried with the recorded tallies.

• Approved 2023 Climate Change-Related Hazard Vulnerability Assessment, added to Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved resolution recommending Somerset County regional truck traffic study (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of concept review for Petrock's Liquors 480 sq ft addition at 419 Amwell Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Royce Brook Golf resolution (unanimous)
• Approved extension for 117 Millstone LLC to 03-01-04 (unanimous, Ciccarelli recused)
• Continued 303 Amwell Rd application to Feb 8, 2024, with extension to Mar 1, 2024 (unanimous, Ciccarelli abstained)
• Continued Homestead Road LLC application to Jan 11 and Jan 25, 2024, with TOD extension to Feb 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Scheduled Homestead 279 LLC for Jan 25, 2024, with precedence (unanimous, Ciccarelli abstained)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on December 12, 2023, to consider a consent agenda with resolutions on hiring police officers and other staff, granting permanent status, one-time stipends, purchasing police vehicles and equipment, and approving contracts and budget transfers. The agenda also includes a referral follow-up with the superintendent, proclamations, and a public comment period.

• Resolution authorizing hiring of police officers
• Resolution authorizing purchase of two F150 police responder trucks and one Dodge Durango pursuit vehicle
• Resolution authorizing one-time stipend payments to building, fire, plumbing subcode officials and others
• Resolution authorizing lease agreement with PSE&G
• Resolution authorizing contract with OnSolve/CodeRED for emergency alert system

The Township Committee approved the hiring of six new police officers and authorized $361,439 in budget transfers for the 2023 fiscal year. The committee also granted a proclamation recognizing Committeeman Doug Tomson for his 12 years of service and approved a $438,435 NJDOT grant for Auten Road repaving. Additionally, the committee authorized the purchase of police vehicles and equipment, and passed a resolution urging state legislators to schedule hearings on nurse staffing standards.

• Approved hiring of six police officers effective Dec 13, 2023
• Approved $361,439 in 2023 municipal budget transfers
• Authorized purchase of two F150 police trucks ($118,818 total)
• Authorized purchase of one Dodge Durango police vehicle ($49,168.65)
• Approved $438,435 NJDOT grant for Auten Road repaving
• Granted proclamation recognizing Committeeman Doug Tomson's service
• Approved resolution urging hearings on nurse staffing bills S304 and A4536
• Approved hiring of Beatriz Monterroso as Part-Time Outreach Specialist

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission's December 11, 2023 public meeting has been canceled. The agenda lists standard procedural items such as roll call, minutes, and committee reports, but the meeting will not take place. The next scheduled meeting is the January 22, 2024 reorganization meeting at 7:00 p.m.

• December 11, 2023 meeting canceled
• Next meeting: January 22, 2024 reorganization at 7:00 p.m.
• Meeting location: Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee will hold its December 11, 2023 public meeting, primarily to consider two sign waiver applications. One application from Hillsborough Heights, LLC seeks a height waiver for a monument sign at 668 Route 206 South, and another from Hillsborough Group, LLC requests three waivers for a sign at 315 Route 206, Suites 901 and 902. The committee will also note a request from Nelson's Corner Associates, LLC to adjourn its application to the January 29, 2024 meeting.

• Hillsborough Heights, LLC – SRC-23-06 – waiver for 12-ft monument sign (8 ft allowed) at 668 Route 206 South
• Hillsborough Group, LLC – SRC-23-07 – three waivers for sign at 315 Route 206, Suites 901/902 (internal LED, 36.5 sf sign vs 24.5 sf, letter height 2'5" vs 2'4")
• Nelson's Corner Associates, LLC – SRC-23-05 – request to adjourn to Jan 29, 2024 meeting with TOD extension to Feb 29, 2024

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Hillsboro, OH Open Space Advisory Committee’s December 7, 2023 meeting is procedural only. No decisions or substantive discussions are listed; the body will receive routine reports and adjourn.

• Closed session scheduled to discuss confidential land acquisition matters

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting on December 6, 2023, to consider resolutions for six prior applications, hear a public hearing for a rear yard setback variance, and continue hearings on appeals of administrative decisions regarding land development applications. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes and other routine business.

• Public hearing: Nilesh and Parul Bhatti seek a 'c' variance for a 752 sq ft deck at 3 Danburry Drive, requiring 40 ft rear setback, proposing 20 ft.
• Public hearing: Fountain Plaza/Cherry Blossom Montessori School seeks a 'd' use variance to convert the West Wing at 425 Amwell Road into a pre-K-6 school.
• Appeals: Valley Industrial Partners appeals administrative decisions deeming applications incomplete for properties on Auten Road, Valley Road, and New Centre Road.
• Appeal: Hillsborough RB LLC appeals administrative decision on completeness for a development at Route 206 & Homestead Road.
• Resolutions: Board to consider resolutions for applications BA-22-08, BA-22-12, BA-23-04, BA-23-09, BA-23-10, BA-23-13.

The Board of Adjustment denied three separate appeals regarding the completeness of land development applications previously deemed incomplete by the Zoning Administrative Officer. Additionally, the Board approved five resolutions and granted a variance for a deck construction at 3 Danburry Drive. The Board also approved a use variance for a new school at 425 Amwell Road, subject to specific conditions regarding environmental assessments and site plan adjustments.

• Approved resolution for Alan and Judy Katz (BA-22-08)
• Approved resolution for Japun and Meghavi Bhavsar (BA-23-04)
• Approved resolution for Steve C & Erica Glowinski (BA-23-09)
• Approved resolution for Meredith Ramsey (BA-23-10)
• Approved resolution for Sandeep and Hetal Patel (BA-23-13)
• Approved variance for Nilesh and Parul Bhatti (BA-23-21)
• Approved use variance for Cherry Blossom Montessori School (BA-23-08)
• Denied three appeals regarding application completeness (BA-23-17, BA-23-18, BA-23-15)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering personnel hires, budget transfers, and equipment purchases. Notable items include authorizing up to $13,395,000 in bond anticipation notes, purchasing police vehicles, and a public hearing on acquiring two properties. The meeting also includes proclamations, presentations, and an executive session on litigation and affordable housing.

• Ordinance to purchase properties at 1170 Millstone River Road and 303 Amwell Road
• Resolution authorizing bond anticipation notes up to $13,395,000
• Purchase of one Dodge Charger and three Dodge Durango police vehicles
• Purchase of one F250 utility truck for Public Works
• Hiring of seasonal and health department staff

The Township Committee adopted Ordinance 2023-15 authorizing the purchase of 1170 Millstone River Road and 303 Amwell Road for open space and recreation, with a total appropriation of $9,575,000 from the Open Space Trust Fund. The committee also approved a consent agenda including personnel hires, budget transfers, and vehicle purchases. Public comment included concerns about the purchase price and appraisal process, but the ordinance passed with one abstention.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-15 authorizing purchase of 1170 Millstone River Road ($5.3M) and 303 Amwell Road ($4.2M) for open space (Ciccarelli abstained)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-3, including hiring Vaughn Colva as seasonal DPW worker at $17/hr
• Approved consent agenda items 4-27, including hiring Anita Persaud at $75/hr and Kinga Niewiadomski at $25/hr
• Authorized purchase of police uniforms from Turn Out Uniforms up to $12,713.21
• Authorized purchase of 1 Dodge Charger and 3 Dodge Durangos up to $227,532.75
• Authorized purchase of 1 F250 utility truck for DPW up to $74,879.00
• Approved 2023 municipal budget transfers totaling $49,441.24
• Approved Claims List 2023-19

Sign Review Committee

The Sign Review Committee is holding a public meeting with a draft agenda that includes call to order, roll call, consideration of minutes, committee business, and public comment. No specific applications, ordinances, or other substantive items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

• Roll call of committee members and alternates
• Consideration of meeting minutes
• Business from the floor (non-agenda matters)
• Next meeting scheduled for December 11, 2023

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding its regular meeting on November 9, 2023. The main item is a continued public hearing on an application by Royce Brook Golf LLC seeking relief from conditions of a 1994 resolution. The board will also consider minutes from previous meetings and may take formal action on other business.

• Royce Brook Golf LLC application (File 23-PB-04-RES) for relief from Conditions #8, #9, #10, #13 of Resolution 93-PB-31-SRCU, on property at 201 Hamilton Road and Hamilton Road, in the Corporate Development Zone and Royce Brook Planned Residential District
• Consideration of meeting minutes from April 13, May 11, May 25, and June 8, 2023
• Public hearing continued from July 20, 2023 without further notice
• Applicant representatives include Francis P. Linnus, Esq., and Daniel D. Lattanzi, LSRP; attending for applicant: Denny Minami and Matthew Fauerbach; attending: Richard Hoff, Jr., Esq., and John Peck and Alex Chotalal for Toll Brothers

The Planning Board approved a modification to the 1994 Resolution for Royce Brook Golf LLC, changing the well testing requirements. The new testing period will last at least five years after the final Certificate of Occupancy for the RBG Enclave project or ten years from the memorializing resolution, whichever is later, and will bind all future property owners. The decision was made after a public hearing with testimony from the applicant's expert and comments from residents.

• Approved amended well testing requirements for Royce Brook Golf LLC (5-0)
• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved June 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on November 8, 2023. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, a resolution acknowledging the 2022 annual audit, approving 2023 budget transfers, and acknowledging the 2023 Best Practices Inventory Questionnaire. Public comment is scheduled for new business and matters not on the agenda.

• Resolution acknowledging the 2022 annual audit
• Resolution approving 2023 budget transfers
• Resolution acknowledging and approving the 2023 Best Practices Inventory Questionnaire
• Approval of minutes from four prior meetings (Sept 12, Sept 26, Oct 13, Oct 24)

The Township Committee approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions acknowledging the 2022 annual audit, approving $303,500 in 2023 budget transfers, and approving the 2023 Best Practices Inventory Questionnaire. The meeting also approved minutes from four prior meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 12, 2023 regular meeting minutes (Mayor Lipani abstained)
• Approved September 26, 2023 regular meeting minutes (Committeeman Tomson abstained)
• Approved October 13, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Approved October 24, 2023 regular meeting minutes (Committeeman Ciccarelli abstained)
• Approved resolution acknowledging 2022 annual audit
• Approved resolution approving $303,500 in 2023 budget transfers
• Approved resolution acknowledging and approving 2023 Best Practices Inventory Questionnaire

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will meet on November 2, 2023, to consider resolutions, ordinances, and adjourn a major site plan application without further notice. The board will also discuss pending litigation in executive session.

• Resolution setting the 2024 meeting schedule
• 303 Amwell Road (JMJ4 ABEEL LLC) industrial site plan adjourned without further notice
• KAAS, LLC / Severino minor subdivision and bulk variances for 55 East Mountain Road and 701 Mill Lane
• Executive session for pending litigation: Harvard Way, Hillsborough RB LLC, Homestead Road LLC, M&M Realty Partners, LLC
• Executive session for attorney-client privilege matters

The Planning Board approved the 2024 meeting schedule, carried the 303 Amwell Road application to December 14, approved a minor subdivision for KAAS, LLC, and directed preparation of a resolution on truck restrictions. No substantive decisions were made on ordinances or other resolutions.

• Approved 2024 Meeting Schedule (motion passed)
• Carried 303 Amwell Road application to December 14 without further notice (8-0)
• Approved minor subdivision for KAAS, LLC with conditions (8-0)
• Directed preparation of resolution on truck restrictions for county roads

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting on November 1, 2023, to consider several variance applications for residential properties, including requests for relief from rear yard setback and impervious coverage limits. The board will also hear an appeal from Hillsborough RB LLC regarding a zoning officer's decision on a land development application. One application (Midwest Storage Developers) has been withdrawn, and one (Bhatti) will be rescheduled due to lack of legal notice.

• Nilesh and Parul Bhatti - BA-23-21: variance for rear yard setback for deck at 3 Danburry Drive (rescheduled)
• Meredith Ramsey - BA-23-10: variance for impervious coverage for pool/patio at 198 Fairfield Lane
• Steven & Erica Glowinski - BA-23-09: variance for impervious coverage for pool/patio at 11 Regina Drive
• Sandeep & Hetal Patel - BA-23-13: variance for impervious coverage for patio, walkway, driveway, shed at 8 Jamieson Way
• Hillsborough RB LLC - BA-23-15: appeal of zoning officer's decision on completeness of application for property at Route 206 & Homestead Road

The Board of Adjustment approved several variance requests, including a deck setback variance for the Bhattis (rescheduled), an impervious coverage variance for the Ramseys, and a pool-related variance for the Glowinskis. It also approved a variance for the Patels with conditions. The appeal by Hillsborough RB LLC regarding a warehouse application's completeness was carried to the December 6, 2023 meeting without a decision.

• Approved Avolio resolution BA-23-07 (unanimous)
• Approved Meredith Ramsey variance for impervious coverage (4-0, Chairman recused)
• Approved Glowinski variance with storm water condition (5-0)
• Approved Patel variance with conditions (4-1, Payne dissenting)
• Carried Hillsborough RB LLC appeal to Dec. 6, 2023 (unanimous)
• Rescheduled Bhatti application to Dec. 6, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for Sept. 6 and Sept. 20 meetings (unanimous)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on October 24, 2023, to consider a consent agenda with numerous resolutions, including hiring and stipends, police equipment purchases, and contract awards. They will also hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to increase the police department membership cap and another to prohibit stopping/standing on a portion of South Woods Road. A new ordinance authorizing the purchase of two properties (1170 Millstone River Road and 303 Amwell Road) will be introduced for future consideration.

• Ordinance 2023-13: Increase police department membership cap
• Ordinance 2023-14: No stopping/standing on northbound South Woods Road during specified hours
• Ordinance 2023-15: Authorize purchase of 1170 Millstone River Road and 303 Amwell Road
• Purchase of 25 Dell Latitude 5430 rugged laptops for police (state contract)
• Award contract to Yager Lawn Maintenance for leaf program (two-person crews and leaf vacuuming)

The Township Committee introduced Ordinance 2023-15 to purchase two properties (1170 Millstone River Road and 303 Amwell Road) for $9.5 million from the Open Space Trust Fund, with a public hearing set for November 28, 2023. The committee also adopted ordinances increasing police department staffing and extending a no-stopping zone on South Woods Road. A consent agenda with 37 resolutions was approved in two unanimous votes, covering personnel hires, equipment purchases, and contract awards.

• Introduced $9.5M open space land purchase ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted police staffing increase ordinance 2023-13 (unanimous)
• Adopted South Woods Road no-stopping extension ordinance 2023-14 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-7 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 8-37 (unanimous)
• Approved Claims List 2023-18 (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission's October 23, 2023 meeting has been canceled. The agenda lists a review of a revised application for an industrial building at 303 Amwell Road, but the applicant requested an adjournment to a date to be determined. The next scheduled meeting is November 13, 2023.

• Meeting canceled for October 23, 2023
• 303 Amwell Road (JMJ4 ABEEL LLC) - File 21-PB-17-MSP(V) - revised application for 80,000 sq ft industrial building in CDZ
• Applicant requested adjournment to a date to be determined
• Next meeting: November 13, 2023 at 7:00 pm

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The only application on the agenda is from Nelson's Corner Associates, LLC, requesting waivers to modify an existing monument sign at 601 Route 206. The applicant has requested to reschedule this item to a future date, so no formal action may be taken on it at this meeting.

• Nelson's Corner Associates, LLC – File SRC-23-05 – request to modify existing monument sign at 601 Route 206, including new tenant insert and non-illuminated topper; rescheduled to future date

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on October 19, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. in the Front Multi-Purpose Room of the Peter J. Biondi Municipal Building. The agenda is procedural with no formal decisions scheduled; the only substantive item is a pre-application for a barn restoration project at 94 Wertsville Road.

• Pre-application for barn restoration at 94 Wertsville Road (Block 167, Lot 15.12) to replace siding, windows, and paint

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is meeting to consider two resolutions: terminating participation in the State Health Benefits Program for all active and retired employees, and joining the Southern Skyland Regional Health Insurance Fund. These actions would change health insurance coverage for township employees and retirees. Public comment is invited on new business and matters not on the agenda.

• Resolution to terminate participation in State Health Benefits Program (medical and prescription drug coverage) for all active and retired employees
• Resolution to join the Southern Skyland Regional Health Insurance Fund

The Township Committee unanimously approved two resolutions: terminating participation in the State Health Benefits Program for all active and retired employees, and joining the Southern Skyland Regional Health Insurance Fund for medical and prescription drug coverage. The move is projected to save over $172,000 while providing equal or better coverage. No public comments were made.

• Approved resolution terminating participation in State Health Benefits Program (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to join Southern Skyland Regional Health Insurance Fund (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a major site plan for a 130,418 square foot warehouse at 379 South Branch Road in the I-1 Light Industrial District. The applicant, Weston RD, LLC, seeks preliminary and final major site plan approval, bulk variances, and waivers for construction and associated improvements.

• Weston RD, LLC (Guastella) – File 22-PB-03-MSPV – 130,418 sq ft warehouse on Weston Road in I-1 district
• Public hearing scheduled for October 31, 2023
• Applicant requests preliminary/final major site plan approval, ‘c’ bulk variances, and waivers
• Application has been revised multiple times since March 2023

The Board heard expert testimony on noise and air quality regarding a proposed 135,000 square foot warehouse on Weston Road. The application was continued to a future date, and the Board authorized an executive session for a November meeting.

• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Continued Weston RD, LLC warehouse application to February 1, 2024
• Authorized Executive Session for November 2, 2023 meeting
• Cancelled October 26, 2023 Business Meeting

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on two applications: a request by Homestead 279 LLC for preliminary and final major site plan approval to build a second 132,750-square-foot warehouse at 279 Homestead Road, and a request by Toll Bros. for a retroactive one-year extension to perfect a minor subdivision approval for the Royce Brook development. The board will also consider resolutions, minutes, and other business. The applicant for the warehouse is requesting an adjournment to a date certain without further notice.

• Homestead 279 LLC: 132,750 SF warehouse at 279 Homestead Road, LI district, bulk variances and waivers
• Toll Bros.: retroactive one-year extension to perfect minor subdivision approval for 201 Hamilton Road
• Hillsborough 206 Holdings LLC: resolution for File 18-PB-07-MSPV (2019 Amended Site Plan)
• Public hearing for Homestead 279 LLC continued from July 13, 2023
• Toll Bros. subdivision: 181 lots (174 single-family, 6 open space, 1 roadways) on 130.68-acre tract

The Board approved a retroactive extension for a Toll Bros. minor subdivision and continued a warehouse application for Homestead 279 LLC to a future date. A resolution for Hillsborough 206 Holdings LLC was also approved.

• Approved resolution for Hillsborough 206 Holdings LLC (4-0)
• Approved retroactive extension for Toll Bros. minor subdivision through Feb 28, 2024 (7-0)
• Continued Homestead 279 LLC warehouse application to a date before Dec 31, 2023 (8-1)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on October 4, 2023, to consider appeals by Valley Industrial Partners challenging the Planning Board's determination that their land development applications were incomplete. The board will also consider resolutions for two other applications and may discuss a request to carry the Midwest Storage Developers application to December.

• Appeal BA-23-17: Valley Industrial Partners challenges incomplete status of application 23-PB-12-S/MSP for minor subdivision and preliminary major site plan on Auten Road and Valley Road (GI District).
• Appeal BA-23-18: Valley Industrial Partners challenges incomplete status of application 23-PB-13-MSP for preliminary major site plan on New Centre Road (GI District).
• Midwest Storage Developers (BA-23-01): Request to carry application for 'd' use variance for multi-building self-storage facility at 212 Route 206 to December 6, 2023.
• Fountain Plaza/Cherry Blossom Montessori School (BA-23-08): 'd' use variance to convert West Wing at 425 Amwell Road into pre-K through 6th grade school.
• Resolutions for 1122 River Road (BA-22-15) and Michael and Marie Avolio (BA-23-07).

The Board of Adjustment carried three applications to December 6, 2023: Midwest Storage Developers' use variance request, two Valley Industrial Partners appeals of completeness determinations, and Fountain Plaza/Cherry Blossom Montessori School's use variance application. No final decisions were made on these matters. The board also approved resolutions for two prior applications (1122 River Road and Michael and Marie Avolio) with unanimous votes.

• Approved resolution for 1122 River Road (BA-22-15) (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Michael and Marie Avolio (BA-23-07) (5-0)
• Carried Midwest Storage Developers (BA-23-01) to Dec. 6, 2023 (unanimous)
• Carried Valley Industrial Partners appeals (BA-23-17, BA-23-18) to Dec. 6, 2023 (unanimous)
• Carried Fountain Plaza/Cherry Blossom Montessori School (BA-23-08) to Dec. 6, 2023 (unanimous)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on September 26, 2023, to consider a consent agenda with 23 resolutions, including personnel actions, purchases, grants, and liquor license transfers. They will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance to increase the maximum size of the police department. The meeting includes proclamations and presentations.

• Ordinance 2023-13 to increase police department membership cap (public hearing)
• Transfer of liquor license from Hillsborough Golf Club to Iron Peak Entertainment
• New liquor licenses for Little Investors, LLC and AMA Cucina, LLC
• Purchase of 2023 Ford Explorer for Construction Department via state contract
• Contract with Mills & Schnoering Architects for Vanderveer Harris House restoration

The Township Committee approved a consent agenda including several personnel hires, equipment purchases, and the issuance of new liquor licenses. A public hearing on Ordinance 2023-13 was opened but continued to October 24 due to a notice issue.

• Approved $375,223.71 for camera installation and monitoring from Turn-Key Technologies
• Approved issuance of new liquor licenses to Little Investors, LLC and AMA Cucina, LLC
• Approved transfer of liquor license from Hillsborough Golf Club, Inc. to Iron Peak Entertainment, LLC
• Approved $37,134.22 for a 2023 Ford Explorer for the Construction Department
• Approved $39,000 contract with Mills & Schnoering Architects for Vanderveer Harris House restoration
• Authorized land sublease with Belle Mead Depot Solar, LLC for a solar facility
• Approved permanent status for Viktoria Maciaga and hired David Fisher, Jonah Angelo, and Nadine Carr
• Continued public hearing for Ordinance 2023-13 to October 24, 2023

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will convene its regular September 20 meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Courtroom to conduct routine business and hold two public hearings on residential pool variances. No new decisions are listed on this draft agenda; the hearings are continuations of previously noticed applications.

• Steven & Erica Glowinski – BA-23-09 pool variance at 11 Regina Drive (Block 203.15, Lot 11)
• Meredith Ramsey – BA-23-10 pool variance at 198 Fairfield Lane (Block 204, Lot 7.11)

The Board of Adjustment carried two applications to future meetings. Midstate Storage Developers' application was postponed to December 6, 2023, as plans were not ready. The Glowinski application was rescheduled to November 1, 2023, due to insufficient notice. The Ramsey application was carried to the October 2023 meeting after the applicant requested re-noticing for an additional 0.5% impervious coverage.

• Carried Midstate Storage Developers (BA23-01) to December 6, 2023 (unanimous)
• Rescheduled Glowinski application (BA-23-09) to November 1, 2023 due to insufficient notice
• Carried Ramsey application (BA-23-10) to October 2023 meeting for re-noticing (unanimous)

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee cancelled its September 12, 2023 meeting. No decisions were made or items discussed due to the cancellation.

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a major subdivision and site plan application for two warehouse/office buildings at 203 and 189 Homestead Road in the Transitional Economic Development District. The board will also consider meeting minutes, resolutions, and ordinances as part of its regular business.

• Homestead Road, LLC seeks preliminary/final major subdivision and site plan approval for two warehouse/office buildings at 203 Homestead Road and 189 Homestead Road
• Application includes stormwater, parking, and site improvements in the TECD zone
• Public hearing scheduled for September 30, 2023 (with possible extension)

The Planning Board continued the public hearing for the Homestead Road warehouse application to December 14, 2023, after hearing testimony from the applicant's architect and traffic engineer and extensive public questions. No final decision was made on the application. The board also voted to cancel the September 28 business meeting.

• Continued Homestead Road warehouse application to Dec. 14, 2023 (6-0)
• Set Sept. 22, 2023 deadline for submissions on the application
• Cancelled Sept. 28, 2023 business meeting (6-0)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting to vote on a consent agenda of resolutions covering personnel actions, equipment purchases, and contracts, and to introduce an ordinance restricting parking on South Woods Road. The meeting also includes proclamations and public comment.

• Resolution awarding contract for Mike Merdinger Park Pavilion project, not to exceed $178,375.00
• Resolution authorizing lease/purchase of three 2024 Chevrolet Malibu LS police vehicles, not to exceed $84,713.25
• Resolution authorizing purchase of 2023 Bwise Tilt Trailer, not to exceed $13,895.00
• Ordinance 2023-14 to prohibit stopping or standing on northbound South Woods Road during specified hours
• Resolution authorizing $1,000 stipend to Daniella Cevallos for certification as Municipal Court Administrator

The Hillsborough Township Committee approved the August 22 meeting minutes, a 23-item consent agenda, two claims lists, and introduced Ordinance 2023-14 to extend a no stopping/standing restriction on South Woods Road. The consent agenda included hiring a part-time tax collector assistant, permanent status for several employees, multiple equipment purchases, and acceptance of grant funds. No public hearings or public comments were held.

• Approved August 22, 2023 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with 23 resolutions (unanimous), including hiring Parker Lawton as part-time Assistant to the Tax Collector at $18/hour, $1,000 stipend for Daniella Cevallos, permanent status for Viktoria Maciaga and Cris Sanchez at $38,000/year, permanent status for Gary Krause at $64,834/year, $7,500 Mayors Wellness Campaign grant, $15,000 Spotted Lantern Fly reimbursement, $13,895 Bwise Tilt Trailer purchase, $45,000 Pennoni Associates engineering contract, $77,133.36 Kubota excavator purchase, $18,517.60 Office365 licenses, $19,305 Alcotest 9510 system, $178,375 Mike Merdinger Park Pavilion contract, $8,000 appraisal contract, $150 escrow release, fireworks display rescheduled to Oct 6, tax overpayment refunds, $2,690.27 disabled veteran tax reimbursement, recreation fee refunds, $25,000 NJDEP stormwater assistance, and $84,713.25 lease/purchase of three police vehicles
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-14 to extend no stopping/standing on South Woods Road from 900 to 2000 feet (unanimous; public hearing Oct 24)
• Approved Claims List 2023-15 (unanimous)
• Approved Claims List 2023-16 (Committeeman Tomson abstained)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a major subdivision and site plan application by Homestead Road, LLC to consolidate and re-subdivide two lots at 203 and 189 Homestead Road, demolish existing structures, and build two warehouse/office buildings. The application has been continued from previous meetings and includes testimony from the applicant, objectors, and experts. The board will also consider meeting minutes, resolutions, and other business.

• Homestead Road, LLC – File 21-PB-25-MS/MSP(V) – preliminary and final major subdivision and site plan approval for two warehouse/office buildings at 203 and 189 Homestead Road
• Application seeks 'c' bulk variances and waivers, but applicant no longer seeking 'c' bulk variances per revised plans
• Objectors include The Watershed Institute, Local Citizens Against Traffic (LCAT), Stop Warehouses and Trucks (SWAT), and Sourland Conservancy
• Meeting scheduled for September 7, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Courtroom

The Planning Board held a public hearing regarding an application by Homestead Road, LLC to construct two warehouse/office buildings. No final decision was reached; the board heard testimony from the applicant's architect and questions from objectors before continuing the matter.

• Continued Homestead Road, LLC hearing to September 14, 2023 (6-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment meets to consider resolutions and review applications that have been incomplete for over a year, as required by their bylaws. Three public hearings are scheduled for variance requests related to residential property expansions and a minor subdivision for an assisted living redevelopment.

• Review of incomplete applications: Amwell Nursery and Landscape Supply (BA-20-15, incomplete since 11/9/2020) and Peggy Berry (BA-21-09, incomplete since 4/13/2021)
• Alan and Judy Katz seek a 'c' variance for impervious coverage relief at 821 Atkinson Circle (BA-22-08)
• Japun and Meghavi Bhavsar request two 'c' bulk variances for rear yard setback and shed placement at 204 Daval Road (BA-23-04)
• Pilgrim River seeks minor subdivision, site plan approval, and multiple variances for assisted living redevelopment at 1 Bayara Court, 381 Amwell Road, 385 Amwell Road, and 393 Amwell Road (BA-22-12) — adjourned from July 19 agenda

The Board of Adjustment approved a subdivision and site plan for two staff housing apartment buildings at The Avalon. The Board also granted variances for residential impervious coverage and deck setbacks for two separate homeowners.

• Approved staff housing project for Pilgrim River dba The Avalon at Hillsborough (6-0)
• Approved impervious coverage variance for 821 Atkinson Circle (6-0)
• Approved rear yard setback and front yard shed variances for 204 Daval Road (6-0)
• Deemed application BA-20-15 (Amwell Nursery and Landscape Supply, LLC) withdrawn (6-0)
• Deemed application BA-21-09 (Peggy Berry) withdrawn (6-0)
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting to consider a $480,000 capital improvement ordinance, introduce a police department membership increase, and vote on a consent agenda with numerous resolutions including hiring, contracts, and grant applications. Public hearings are scheduled for the capital ordinance and the police ordinance.

• Ordinance 2023-12: Appropriating $480,000 for capital improvements
• Ordinance 2023-13: Amending police department membership (introduction)
• Contract for basketball court resurfacing at Ann Van Middlesworth Park, not to exceed $94,000
• Contract for asbestos removal at 21 East Mountain Road, not to exceed $29,500
• Award of plenary retail distribution liquor license to Little Investors, LLC

The Township Committee approved a consent agenda with 30 resolutions, including awarding a plenary retail distribution liquor license to Little Investors, LLC for $410,000, hiring staff, and awarding multiple contracts. They also adopted Ordinance 2023-12 appropriating $480,000 for capital improvements and introduced Ordinance 2023-13 to increase police department membership from 65 to 77.

• Awarded plenary retail distribution liquor license to Little Investors, LLC for $410,000
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-12 appropriating $480,000 for capital improvements
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-13 to increase police force to 77 members
• Approved $94,000 contract to Halecon for basketball court resurfacing
• Approved $29,500 contract to BL Contracting for asbestos removal
• Approved $198,180 for Drenchko Farm development easement
• Approved $30,000 contract to Bruno Associates for grant services
• Approved hiring Kristina Chin as Clerk to CFO/Tax Collector at $38,000

Sign Review Committee

The July 31, 2023 Sign Review Committee meeting was canceled because a quorum was not present. The only application on the agenda, from Nelson's Corner Associates, LLC, was rescheduled to September 18, 2023.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Nelson's Corner Associates, LLC application (SRC-23-05) rescheduled to September 18, 2023
• Application seeks waivers for sign modifications at 601 Route 206

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is holding its regular July 2023 meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, public comments, and committee reports. The only substantive item is the routing of revised plans from Homestead 279 LLC (Redcom), which will be heard by the Planning Board in October.

• Homestead 279 LLC (Redcom) revised plans received for routing
• Consideration of May 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment periods for items not on the agenda

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct an oath of office for Patricia Smith and hold a public hearing regarding a relief application for Royce Brook Golf LLC. The meeting is a special session scheduled for July 20, 2023.

• Oath of office for Patricia Smith, Class IV Board Member
• Public hearing for Royce Brook Golf LLC (File 23-PB-04-RES) regarding relief from specific resolution conditions for property at 201 Hamilton Road

The Hillsborough Planning Board held a special public meeting to hear an application from Royce Brook Golf LLC seeking relief from 1994 resolution conditions concerning environmental testing and monitoring. Testimony and public comments focused on soil, groundwater, and well testing protocols. The Board voted to extend the hearing to November 29, 2023, with a decision time extension through December 31, 2023.

• Administered Oath of Office to newly appointed Class IV member Patricia Smith
• Extended Royce Brook Golf LLC hearing to November 29, 2023 (6-0)
• Extended Time of Decision to December 31, 2023 (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:37 PM

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on July 19, 2023, to consider several applications, including a major site plan for The Avalon at Hillsborough and variance requests for properties on River Road and Van Zandt Drive. The board will also address administrative items such as meeting minutes, a board member resignation, and a withdrawn application. Formal action may be taken, and the public is invited to attend.

• Pilgrim River dba The Avalon at Hillsborough - BA-22-12: minor subdivision, preliminary/final major site plan, 'd' use variance, 'c' bulk variances, waivers to demolish three dwellings and construct two 6,228 SF apartment buildings on ~17.5 acres (Block 199, Lots 44.01, 45, 46, 47.01) - carried from May 31, 2023, requested adjournment to September 6, 2023
• 1122 River Road (Michael Mueller) - BA-22-15: 'd' use variance and 'c' bulk variances to permit existing dwelling as two-family (duplex) in AG zone, Shepherd House in Neshanic Mills Historic District
• Michael and Marie Avolio - BA-23-07: three 'c' variances for impervious coverage (32.8% vs 15% permitted), side yard (13 ft vs 15 ft), rear yard setback for deck (8 ft vs 11.06 ft) for first-floor addition at 35 Van Zandt Drive
• Rong Qiu & Hagen Amarell - BA-23-06: application withdrawn as of July 6, 2023; shed relocated and zoning permit issued
• Resignation of board member Scott Scherer (Alt #2, expiring 12-31-24)

The Board of Adjustment approved a 'd' use variance and 'c' bulk variances for 1122 River Road, allowing the existing dwelling to be used as a two-family duplex, with a condition that the Township Engineer approve the parking layout. The Board also approved three 'c' variances for the Avolio property at 35 Van Zandt Drive for a rear addition, with a revised plan required. The Avalon at Hillsborough application was carried to the September 6, 2023 meeting, and the Romano resolution was confirmed.

• Approved 'd' use variance and 'c' bulk variances for 1122 River Road duplex (8-0)
• Approved three 'c' variances for Avolio addition at 35 Van Zandt Drive (8-0)
• Carried Avalon at Hillsborough application to September 6, 2023 meeting
• Confirmed Romano resolution BA-21-16 (8-0)
• Approved May 31, 2023 meeting minutes
• Accepted resignation of Board Member Scott Scherer

Township Committee

The Committee will meet to adopt the 2023 municipal budget and consider an ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits. The agenda also includes various personnel actions, contract awards, and public hearings regarding traffic ordinances.

• Adoption of the 2023 Municipal Budget
• Resolution for a $1,000.00 stipend for Caitlin Vaz
• Resolution releasing $20,541.60 in escrow to Princeton Orthopaedics
• Ordinance to exclude trucks over four tons from Willow Road (Amwell Road to Hillsborough Road)
• Introduction of a $480,000.00 ordinance for various capital improvements

The Township Committee adopted the 2023 municipal budget totaling $37,609,017.55 and approved an ordinance to exceed budget limits by 3.5% ($791,445.17). The consent agenda approved 31 items, including awarding a $852,747.42 road paving contract to Stilo Paving & Excavating, awarding two liquor licenses (to Ravina Ghotra for $410,000 and AMA Cucina, LLC for $355,000), and approving personnel actions. The committee also adopted Ordinance 2023-09, which excludes trucks over four tons from a portion of Willow Road.

• Adopted 2023 municipal budget of $37,609,017.55
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-10 to exceed budget limits by 3.5% ($791,445.17)
• Awarded $852,747.42 road paving contract to Stilo Paving & Excavating
• Awarded liquor license to Ravina Ghotra for $410,000
• Awarded liquor license to AMA Cucina, LLC for $355,000
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-09 excluding trucks over 4 tons on Willow Road
• Approved consent agenda with 31 items including personnel actions and escrow releases
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-12 appropriating $480,000 for capital improvements

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public meeting on July 13, 2023, to consider three major site plan applications: an 85,348 sq ft industrial building at 303 Amwell Road, a second 132,750 sq ft warehouse at 279 Homestead Road, and a status update on the mixed-use project at Route 206. The board will also consider meeting minutes, resolutions, and ordinances, and take public comments.

• 303 Amwell Road: preliminary/final major site plan for 85,348 sq ft industrial building (CDZ zone)
• 279 Homestead Road: second 132,750 sq ft warehouse (LI zone)
• Route 206: status update on mixed-use project phasing (MUID-1 district)
• Public hearings for all three applications
• Board will consider resolutions and ordinances

The Planning Board voted to continue the 303 Amwell LLC warehouse application to November 22, 2023, extending the time of decision to December 31, 2023. The board also approved a revised phasing plan for The Hillmont mixed-use development, allowing the applicant to build two retail buildings and finish the third as greenspace if no tenant is found. For the Homestead 279 LLC warehouse application, the board set a briefing schedule on legal issues, with a decision expected by August 28, 2023. The July 27 business meeting was canceled.

• Continued 303 Amwell LLC warehouse application to Nov. 22, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved revised phasing for The Hillmont, allowing third retail building as greenspace if unleased (4-2, with two abstentions)
• Set briefing schedule for Homestead 279 LLC warehouse, decision by Aug. 28, 2023 (6-0)
• Canceled July 27, 2023 business meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding a regular meeting on July 6, 2023. The main item is a continued public hearing for a proposed 135,000-square-foot warehouse on Weston Road, which has been discussed at multiple prior meetings. The board will also consider the resignation of a member and elect a new board secretary.

• Public hearing: Weston RD, LLC (Guastella) – File 22-PB-03-MSPV – Block 185, Lot 1 – Weston Road – 135,000 sq ft warehouse, preliminary/final major site plan, 'c' bulk variances, waivers, I-1 Light Industrial District, Airport Hazard Zone Overlay
• Resignation of Kenneth Hesthag, Seat #9
• Election of Board Secretary (previously held by Kenneth Hesthag)

The Hillsborough Planning Board acknowledged the resignation of Board Secretary Kenneth Hesthag and elected Robert Peason as the new secretary for the remainder of 2023. The Board also heard testimony and public questions regarding a major site plan application for a 135,000-square-foot warehouse on Weston Road. Finally, the Board voted to continue the warehouse application hearing to October 12, 2023, without further notice.

• Elected Robert Peason as Board Secretary for the remainder of 2023 (6 yes, 1 abstention)
• Continued the Weston RD, LLC warehouse application hearing to October 12, 2023, without further notice (7-0)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding a regular meeting with several routine items, including hiring resolutions and a grant application. The main public hearing is on an ordinance authorizing a redevelopment and property sale agreement with Sunnymeade Ventures, LLC for a property on Sunnymeade Road. The committee will also consider filling open positions and other administrative matters.

• Public hearing on ordinance authorizing redevelopment and property sale agreement with Sunnymeade Ventures, LLC for Sunnymeade Road, Block 182, Lot 7.02
• Resolution to apply for DCA Local Efficiency Achievement Program Grant
• Resolution authorizing hiring of Marcelo Denegri for part-time IT position in Police Department
• Resolution authorizing hiring of Rebecca DelCore for part-time floater position
• Resolution authorizing Health Officer to fill part-time positions for Strengthening Public Health Grant

The Township Committee approved Ordinance 2023-11, authorizing a redevelopment and property sale agreement with Sunnymeade Ventures, LLC, for a former landfill site on Sunnymead Road. The developer will assume responsibility for landfill closure and monitoring costs. Additionally, the committee approved a consent agenda that included hiring various part-time staff and applying for a $400,000 state grant for a shared municipal court.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-11 for Sunnymeade Road redevelopment (unanimous)
• Approved application for $400,000 LEAP grant for shared municipal court (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of 21 part-time recreation and camp staff (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of five part-time public health staff (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of part-time police IT assistant Marcelo Denegri (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of part-time township floater Rebecca DelCore (unanimous)

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee is meeting to consider two sign waiver applications. The first is from Reckitt Benckiser Group for two additional building-mounted signs at 799 Route 206, and the second is from Goodwill Industries for a sign color waiver at 649 Route 206. The committee may take formal action on these items.

• Reckitt Benckiser Group waiver request (SRC-23-03) for two additional 60 sq. ft. building-mounted signs at 799 Route 206, Block 201, Lot 11, in the LI/Light Industrial District
• Goodwill Industries waiver request (SRC-23-04) from the Hillsborough Centre sign manual's 'dark green' color requirement at 649 Route 206, Suites 3 & 4, Block 200.10, Lots 5.01 & 5.02, in the TC/Town Center District
• Meeting is the annual June session; next meeting scheduled for July 31, 2023

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding a public meeting on June 22, 2023, to continue a public hearing on a major subdivision and site plan application for two warehouse/office buildings at 189 and 203 Homestead Road. The board will also consider a resolution for a Somerset County application and a consent to extend the time of decision for another project. The meeting includes standard procedural items like roll call, minutes, and public comment.

• Homestead Road, LLC – File 21-PB-25-MS/MSP(V) – preliminary/final major subdivision and site plan for two warehouse/office buildings at 189 and 203 Homestead Road, Block 200.10, Lots 32 & 33, in TECD district
• 1170 Millstone LLC – Consent to Extension – Time of Decision through 08-31-23
• County of Somerset (Locatell) – File 23-PB-01-SV – resolution consideration
• Public hearing continued from May 25, 2023, with objectors including The Watershed Institute, Local Citizens Against Traffic, Stop Warehouses and Trucks, and Sourland Conservancy

The Planning Board approved a resolution extension for 1170 Millstone LLC and acknowledged several other ongoing time-of-decision extensions for warehouse applications. The board also conducted a public hearing for the Homestead Road, LLC application, which was ultimately continued to September 2023.

• Approved resolution extension for 1170 Millstone LLC (7-0)
• Approved County of Somerset (Locatell) resolution (7-0)
• Continued Homestead Road, LLC hearing to Sept 7 and Sept 14, 2023 (7-0)
• Extended time of decision for Homestead Road, LLC to Sept 30, 2023 (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance application for a multi-building self-storage facility at 212 Route 206. The board will also consider resolutions for a prior application and approve meeting minutes. This is a special meeting added to the 2023 schedule.

• Public hearing: Midwest Storage Developers BA-23-01, 'd' use variance for multi-building self-storage at 212 Route 206 (Block 142, Lot 33)
• Resolution consideration: Salvatore and Bernice Romano BA-21-16
• Meeting minutes approval
• Business from the floor for non-agenda items

The Hillsborough Board of Adjustment held a public hearing on a bifurcated use variance application for a multi-building self-storage facility at 212 Route 206. Board members and professionals discussed site design concerns, building heights, fire access, and buffering. Following discussion, the Board voted to carry the application to October 4, 2023, with notice and a time-of-decision extension to October 31, 2023. The Board also approved a resolution for Salvatore and Bernice Romano.

• Approved resolution for Salvatore and Bernice Romano (BA-21-16)
• Carried Midwest Storage Developers application to October 4, 2023, with notice and TOD extension to Oct. 31, 2023 (8-0)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee held a regular meeting on June 13, 2023, approving resolutions including the 2023 municipal budget, staff appointments, and contracts. The meeting also included public hearings on traffic ordinances and land-use changes, as well as introductions of new ordinances for budget adjustments and a redevelopment agreement.

• Resolution introducing 2023 Municipal Budget with public hearing set for July 18, 2023
• Resolution appointing Sarah Brake as Township Clerk and Public Information Officer
• Resolution hiring Shawn Kirk (Part-Time Electrical Inspector) and Luis Correia (Full-Time Building Inspector)
• Resolution approving Wildlife Management Plan for 2023-2024 season
• Ordinance amending traffic rules to create right-turn-only intersections on Marshall Road to Amwell Road

The Township Committee adopted Ordinance 2023-08, removing warehousing, shipping, and receiving as principal permitted uses in industrial districts, despite opposition from property owners and developers. The committee also introduced the 2023 municipal budget, set a public hearing for July 18, and approved numerous personnel appointments and contracts.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-08 removing warehousing as principal permitted use in industrial districts
• Introduced 2023 Municipal Budget, public hearing set for July 18
• Appointed Sarah Brake as Township Clerk at $105,000 salary
• Approved hiring of police officer Sara Harrilal at $48,136 (reimbursed by county)
• Approved 2023-2024 Wildlife Management Plan allowing deer and coyote hunting on 20 properties
• Renewed liquor licenses for 2023-2024 term
• Approved $36,200 HVAC maintenance contract with Binsky & Snyder
• Approved sale of 2016 Ford F-450 ambulance to Jersey One Auto Sales for $10,555

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on June 8, 2023, with two major site plan applications on the agenda. The Homestead 279 LLC application is seeking a further adjournment, while the Weston RD, LLC application will continue its public hearing for a proposed warehouse. The board will also consider minutes from previous meetings and a request for a special meeting from Royce Brook Golf LLC.

• Homestead 279 LLC – 279 Homestead Road – minor subdivision and major site plan for two warehouse buildings (137,413 sf and 132,750 sf) – seeking adjournment
• Weston RD, LLC – Weston Road – 135,000 sf warehouse with stormwater and parking – continued hearing
• Request for special meeting on July 20, 2023 from Royce Brook Golf LLC
• Consideration of minutes from Jan 12, Feb 9, Mar 9, and Mar 23 meetings
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda

The Hillsborough Planning Board approved minutes from prior meetings and granted adjournments for two warehouse applications. The Homestead 279 LLC application was continued to July 13, 2023, with a Time of Decision extended to July 31, 2023. The Weston RD, LLC application was continued to July 6, 2023, also with a Time of Decision extended to July 31, 2023. No substantive decisions on the applications were made; both remain under review.

• Approved minutes from Jan 12, Feb 9, Mar 9, and Mar 23, 2023 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved special meeting request for July 20, 2023 for Royce Brook Golf LLC (unanimous)
• Continued Homestead 279 LLC warehouse application to July 13, 2023, with TOD extended to July 31, 2023 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Continued Weston RD, LLC warehouse application to July 6, 2023, with TOD extended to July 31, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment's June 7, 2023 public meeting is canceled. Two public hearing applications—a duplex use variance at 1122 River Road and a self-storage facility at 212 Route 206—were rescheduled to later meetings. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no decisions or discussions scheduled.

• 1122 River Road (Michel Mueller) - BA-22-15: 'd' use variance and 'c' bulk variances for two-family dwelling; rescheduled to July 19, 2023
• Midwest Storage Developers - BA-23-01: 'd' use variance for multi-building self-storage facility at 212 Route 206; rescheduled to special meeting June 21, 2023
• Meeting canceled; next regular meeting is special session June 21, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding a regular meeting on June 1, 2023. The main item is a continued public hearing for a proposed 135,000-square-foot warehouse on Weston Road, with testimony and evidence from both the applicant and objectors. The board will also consider minutes, resolutions, and any other business.

• Public hearing continued for Weston RD, LLC (File 22-PB-03-MSPV) for preliminary and final major site plan approval for a 135,000 sq ft warehouse on Block 185, Lot 1, Weston Road, in the I-1 Light Industrial District and Airport Hazard Zone Overlay District.
• Applicant seeks 'c' bulk variances and waivers for stormwater, parking, and associated improvements.
• Application has been continued from May 11, 2023, with revised plans submitted on 03-10-23 and 04-21-23.
• Objectors include Hearthstone at Hillsborough, represented by legal and environmental consultants.

The Planning Board recommended Ordinance 2023-08 to the Township Committee, which would remove warehousing, shipping, and receiving facilities as principal permitted uses in several industrial districts. The Board also heard testimony regarding a warehouse application for Weston Road, which was continued to a future meeting.

• Recommended Ordinance 2023-08 to remove warehousing as a principal permitted use in I-1, I-2, I-3, GI, and LI districts (9-0)
• Continued Weston RD, LLC warehouse application (File 22-PB-03-MSPV) to June 8, 2023 (9-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application by Pilgrim River, doing business as The Avalon at Hillsborough, for a minor subdivision, major site plan approval, and variances to demolish three dwellings and build two staff housing buildings on about 17.5 acres near Amwell Road. The board will also consider minutes from March 15 and May 3, and may hold closed sessions. The meeting is a special session added to the 2023 schedule.

• Public hearing on BA-22-12: Avalon at Hillsborough, Block 199, Lots 44.01, 45, 46, 47.01 (1 Bayara Court, 381, 385, 393 Amwell Road)
• Request for minor subdivision, preliminary and final major site plan, 'd use variance, 'c' bulk variances, waivers
• Proposal to demolish three dwellings and construct two 6,228 SF staff housing buildings with parking
• Adjourned from May 3, 2023 agenda with re-notice
• Special meeting scheduled for June 21, 2023 for Midwest Storage Developers

The Board of Adjustment held a special meeting to hear the application by Pilgrim River dba The Avalon at Hillsborough for minor subdivision, site plan approval, and variances to build employee housing. No decisions were made; the board discussed the application and continued it to July 19, 2023, without notice. The board also approved minutes from March 15 and May 3, 2023 meetings.

• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes as written (unanimous)
• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes as written (unanimous)
• Continued BA-22-12 (Avalon at Hillsborough) to July 19, 2023, without notice

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a major subdivision and site plan application by Homestead Road, LLC to consolidate two lots and build two warehouse/office buildings at 203 and 189 Homestead Road. The application has been continued from previous meetings and includes testimony from both the applicant and objectors. The board will also consider meeting minutes, resolutions, and other business.

• Public hearing for Homestead Road, LLC – File 21-PB-25-MS/MSP(V) – Block 200.10, Lots 32 & 33 – 203 and 189 Homestead Road
• Application seeks preliminary and final major subdivision and site plan approval, plus waivers, to build two warehouse/office buildings
• Objectors include The Watershed Institute, Local Citizens Against Traffic (LCAT), Stop Warehouses and Trucks (SWAT), and Sourland Conservancy
• Application continued from April 13, 2023 without further notice
• Meeting includes consideration of minutes, resolutions, and ordinances

The Planning Board continued the public hearing for the Homestead Road, LLC warehouse application to June 22, 2023, by a 7-0 vote. No approval or denial was issued. The session focused on testimony regarding environmental contamination and subdivision compliance, with cross-examination by objectors and public questions.

• Application continued to June 22, 2023 (7-0 vote)
• Witness testimony on environmental assessment and subdivision continued
• Public comment period opened with restrictions on warehouse-specific remarks
• Meeting adjourned at 10:16 pm

Township Committee

The Township Committee will consider several personnel hires and contract awards. The meeting also includes the introduction of two new ordinances regarding industrial district uses and truck weight restrictions on Willow Road.

• Ordinance 2023-08: Proposed removal of warehousing, shipping, and receiving from light and general industrial districts
• Ordinance 2023-09: Proposed exclusion of trucks over four tons from Willow Road between Amwell Road and Hillsborough Road
• Release of $2,475.00 in cash escrow for Road Opening Permit No. 2021-53
• Personnel appointments for Building, Police, Clerk, and Public Works departments
• Contract award to G.S. Likus, LLC, for on-site concrete crushing

The Township Committee approved a consent agenda hiring five employees, including two building inspectors and two police records clerks, and promoting two police officers. They also introduced two ordinances: one to remove warehousing as a permitted use in industrial districts and another to ban trucks over four tons on a section of Willow Road. Several proclamations and routine financial resolutions were approved.

• Approved hiring Kevin Schweers as Building Inspector ($70,000/yr)
• Approved hiring John Hanntz as Plumbing Inspector ($70,000/yr)
• Approved hiring Viktoria Maciaga and Cris Sanchez as Police Records Clerks ($38,000/yr each)
• Approved hiring Erica Lenzo as Deputy Clerk ($55,000/yr)
• Approved promoting Sgt. Scott McCarthy to Lieutenant ($169,253/yr) and Cpl. Christopher McMinn to Sergeant ($140,456/yr)
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-08 to remove warehousing as principal permitted use in industrial districts
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-09 to exclude trucks over four tons on Willow Road from Amwell to Hillsborough Road
• Approved $35,750 for fire suppression system engineering services

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission will meet to review applications and correspondence. The primary application involves a request for relief from previous resolution conditions regarding property at 201 Hamilton Road.

• Review of Royce Brook Golf LLC application (File 23-PB-04-RES) for Block 183, Lot 38.01 and Block 183.01, Lot 1
• Receipt of 2023 Green Development Checklist

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee has cancelled its public meeting scheduled for Monday, May 22, 2023, at the Peter J. Biondi Building. No business was scheduled for the meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• No business scheduled

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider two pre-applications for work on properties identified as historic sites. The first is a request for a favorable recommendation to construct a patio at 22 Rouser Way (formerly 206 Mountain View Road). The second is a request for a favorable recommendation to demolish a second-story addition and porches, and construct a new rear deck, at 666 Amwell Road. The commission will also review minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting and conduct routine business.

• Pre-application for patio construction at 22 Rouser Way (Block 180.09, Lot 16), Historic Site #75
• Pre-application for demolition of second-story addition and porches, and new rear deck at 666 Amwell Road (Block 174, Lot 20), Historic Site #75
• Consideration of meeting minutes from April 20, 2023
• Business from the floor for matters not on the agenda
• Possible executive/closed session

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will meet on May 11, 2023, to consider two warehouse development applications. Both items were continued from prior meetings without further notice and will be adjourned to a future date without public testimony. The meeting follows the board's adopted 2023 annual schedule and will be held at the Municipal Complex in Hillsborough, NJ.

• Homestead 279 LLC – 279 Homestead Road: Minor subdivision and major site plan approval for 137,413 SF warehouse (application continued)
• Weston RD, LLC – Weston Road: Major site plan approval for 135,000 SF warehouse in Light Industrial Zone (application continued)

The Hillsborough Planning Board held a public hearing on May 11, 2023, and continued two warehouse applications without final decisions. The Homestead 279 LLC application was adjourned to June 8, 2023, and the Weston RD, LLC application was carried to June 1, 2023. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public testimony and traffic expert questioning.

• Continued Homestead 279 LLC warehouse application to June 8, 2023 (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Carried Weston RD, LLC warehouse application to June 1, 2023 (unanimous)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on May 9, 2023, to consider a consent agenda with 18 resolutions, including contracts, appointments, and shared services agreements. They will also hold a public hearing on a land use ordinance amendment and introduce two new ordinances for future consideration.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-05 amending land use and sign design standards
• Introduction of Ordinance 2023-06 creating right-turn-only intersections from Marshall Road to Amwell Road
• Introduction of Ordinance 2023-07 adopting an Open Data Policy
• Resolution awarding contract to 1-800-GOT-JUNK? for debris removal at Old Municipal Building
• Resolution authorizing $1,000 stipend to Melissa Sheppard-Davis for tax assessor certification

The Township Committee adopted Ordinance 2023-05, which permits the replacement of existing static billboards along Route 206 with digital billboards, subject to specific size, height, setback, and lighting standards. The committee also introduced two new ordinances: one to restrict traffic at the Marshall Road and Amwell Road intersection to right turns only, and another to codify an Open Data Policy. A consent agenda was approved, which included hiring a new DPW worker, awarding contracts for debris removal and well repairs, and authorizing various grants and agreements.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-05 allowing digital billboard modernization along Route 206
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-06 to make Marshall Road at Amwell Road right-turn-only
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-07 to adopt an Open Data Policy
• Approved consent agenda, including hiring Ryan Oset as DPW Worker I ($37,234 salary)
• Awarded $5,760 contract to 1-800-GOT-JUNK? for debris removal at Old Municipal Building
• Awarded $8,421 contract to Samuel Stothoff Co. Inc. for irrigation well repairs at Woodfield Park
• Approved $1,000 stipend to Melissa Sheppard-Davis for passing Tax Assessor exam
• Approved Claims List No. 23-08

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on May 4, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Courtroom. The board will consider ordinances, resolutions, and public hearings, including a minor subdivision for 510 Long Hill Road and a continued public hearing for a 135,000 sq ft warehouse at Weston Road.

• Ordinance 2023-05: Amends sign design standards in the Land Use and Development code
• County of Somerset (Locatell) – File 23-PB-01-SV: Minor subdivision for 510 Long Hill Road, +/-13.889 acres into two lots
• Weston RD, LLC (Guastella) – File 22-PB-03-MSPV: 135,000 sq ft warehouse proposal at Weston Road with bulk variances

The Board approved a minor subdivision for the County of Somerset to preserve 8 acres of open space. The Board also recommended a billboard advertising ordinance to the Township Committee. A warehouse application for Weston RD, LLC was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved Somerset County minor subdivision at 510 Long Hill Road with conditions (9-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 2023-05 regarding billboard advertising standards to Township Committee (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Continued Weston RD, LLC warehouse application to May 11 without further notice (9-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two applications: a variance request by Salvatore and Bernice Romano to build a new home at 3 Sycamore Lane, and a major application by Pilgrim River (The Avalon at Hillsborough) for subdivision and site plan approval to add staff housing at 1 Bayara Court and 381-393 Amwell Road. The board will also consider resolutions for two prior cases and discuss a possible special meeting for the Midwest application.

• Public hearing: Romano BA-21-16 — 'c' bulk variances and stream corridor averaging for new dwelling at 3 Sycamore Lane and 6 Poplar Road (AG zone)
• Public hearing: Pilgrim River BA-22-12 — minor subdivision, major site plan, 'd' use variance for two 6,228 SF staff housing buildings at Avalon at Hillsborough (GA Gateway 'A' district)
• Resolutions: Irv Cyzner (BA-21-20) and Milena Neves & Scott Gamache (BA-22-14)
• Discussion of special meeting for Midwest application
• April 19, 2023 meeting minutes consideration

The Board of Adjustment approved three applications: Irv Cyzner (BA-21-20) with added access provisions, Milena Neves & Scott Gamache (BA-22-14), and Salvatore and Bernice Romano (BA-21-16) for a new dwelling with variances and stream corridor averaging. The board also scheduled a special meeting for June 21, 2023, and added a May 31, 2023 meeting for the Pilgrim River application. All votes were unanimous except for the Romano application, which passed 5-1.

• Approved Irv Cyzner BA-21-20 with added access provisions (unanimous)
• Approved Milena Neves & Scott Gamache BA-22-14 (unanimous)
• Approved Salvatore and Bernice Romano BA-21-16 for new dwelling with variances and stream corridor averaging (5-1)
• Scheduled special meeting for June 21, 2023 (unanimous)
• Added May 31, 2023 meeting for Pilgrim River application (unanimous)
• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on April 25, 2023, with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including contracts, appointments, and fee refunds. A public hearing will consider an ordinance amending the TECD district in the land use code. The committee will also vote on endorsing the amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan.

• Resolution endorsing the amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (HEFSP)
• Public hearing on ordinance amending TECD district (Section 188-107.2)
• Resolution awarding contract to Interstate Fireworks for 2023 Family Fun Event
• Resolution authorizing sale of two liquor licenses under Public Sale Option
• Resolution rejecting bids for Stormwater Outfalls Repair and re-advertising

The Township Committee approved a consent agenda that included rejecting a $1.93M stormwater outfall repair bid and authorizing the sale of two liquor licenses with a $350,000 minimum bid each. They also adopted an ordinance amending the TECD district's permitted uses and standards. The meeting included several proclamations and informational reports.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously, including rejecting S.F. Lutzky's $1,930,300 stormwater bid and re-advertising
• Authorized sale of one Plenary Retail Distribution Liquor License (min. bid $350,000)
• Authorized sale of one Plenary Retail Consumption Liquor License (min. bid $350,000)
• Adopted ordinance 2023-04 amending TECD district land use standards
• Approved $10,000 fireworks contract with Interstate Fireworks
• Approved $37,700 leaf program contract with Yager Lawn Maintenance
• Approved $4,900 contract to Talon Drilling for capping abandoned wells
• Approved $51,600.07 for e-Plus Technologies switch/cable replacement

Sign Review Committee

This meeting of the Sign Review Committee was cancelled. The agenda is a notice of cancellation, so no business will be conducted. The next meeting is scheduled for May 22, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for May 22, 2023

Historic Preservation Commission

This is the agenda for the Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission's regular April 20, 2023 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering the oath of office for two members, approval of January meeting minutes, and standard items like committee reports and correspondence. No specific applications, old business, or new business items are listed, so the meeting appears to be routine with no major decisions or discussions detailed.

• Oath of office for Allison Prugh (Seat #3) and Timothy Johnson (Seat #4)
• Consideration of minutes from January 19, 2023 Reorganization and Regular meetings
• Two alternate seats on the commission are vacant
• Meeting held at Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment is holding its regular public meeting on April 19, 2023. The board will consider a resolution for a prior application, note the withdrawal of an appeal, and vote on canceling the June 7 meeting due to lack of a quorum. A public hearing will be held for a variance request for an inground pool at 8 Yost Drive.

• Public hearing: Milena Neves & Scott Gamache, BA-22-14, 8 Yost Drive, Block 150.05 Lot 12 – three bulk variances for inground pool, including rear/side setbacks of 20 ft where 25 ft required, and impervious coverage waiver to 24.47% (15% permitted)
• Resolution: Andrew and Diana Walko (Walko Automotive), File BA-22-02
• Withdrawal of appeal/interpretation by Goodwill Industries of Greater NY and Northern NJ (BA-23-02)
• Motion to cancel June 7, 2023 meeting due to lack of quorum
• Approval of March 1, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board approved a resolution for Walko Automotive and granted bulk variances for a residential pool project. The Board also canceled the June 7, 2023, meeting due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved resolution for Andrew and Diana Walko (Walko Automotive) (4-0)
• Approved bulk variances and impervious coverage waiver for pool construction at 8 Yost Drive (4-0)
• Approved motion to cancel the June 7, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on two major warehouse/industrial site plan applications, consider a resolution, and hear a presentation on the draft amended Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan. The board will also consider an ordinance amending the TECD district standards. Formal action may be taken.

• Homestead Road, LLC: preliminary/final major subdivision and site plan for two warehouse/office buildings at 203 and 189 Homestead Road
• 303 Amwell LLC: 85,348 sq ft industrial building at 303 Amwell Road
• Ordinance 2023-04: amending TECD district standards (Section 188-107.2)
• Hearing on adoption of draft amended Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan (March 2023)
• Resolution for Jennifer Bryson (PRL) – File 22-PB-17-S

The Planning Board approved the amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, which corrects a math error in the compliance table and adds a Veterans' preference. The Board also recommended Ordinance 2023-04 to the Township Committee, which would remove warehousing as a principal permitted use in the TECD district. Two warehouse applications were continued to future meetings.

• Approved Amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (unanimous)
• Recommended Ordinance 2023-04 removing warehouse use in TECD to Township Committee (unanimous)
• Continued Homestead Road warehouse application to May 25, 2023 (unanimous)
• Continued 303 Amwell Road warehouse application to July 13, 2023 (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair to cancel April 27, 2023 business meeting if no agenda (unanimous)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on April 11, 2023, with several resolutions and public hearings on the agenda. Key items include a public hearing on a flood hazard ordinance, a resolution to increase the 2023 temporary budget, and a contract award for brush grinding. The committee will also consider appointments, property lien abatements, and an employee handbook revision.

• Public hearing on ordinance 2023-02 to repeal and adopt new Chapter 172, adopt flood hazard maps, and designate a floodplain administrator
• Public hearing on ordinance 2023-03 to prohibit parking on a portion of South Woods Road during specified hours
• Resolution increasing the 2023 temporary budget
• Resolution authorizing award of contract to VC Land for brush grinding and clearing at Auten Road site
• Resolution authorizing hiring of Kimberly Elbaum as Administrative Assistant

The Township Committee approved a comprehensive new floodplain management ordinance and a parking restriction on South Woods Road. The committee also authorized several municipal hires, budget increases, and property maintenance liens.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-02 establishing new floodplain management regulations
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-03 prohibiting parking on North Bound South Woods Road (8:30 am - 3:30 pm)
• Approved hiring Kimberly Elbaum as Administrative Assistant at $38,000 annual salary
• Authorized $5,154,891 increase to the 2023 Temporary Budget
• Approved $22,735.74 for three sets of flashing crosswalk signs
• Awarded $8,750 contract to VC Land for brush grinding at Auten Road site
• Adopted revised Employee Handbook of Personnel Policies and Procedures
• Authorized liens on six properties for abatement of maintenance violations

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding a regular meeting on April 6, 2023, with the primary item being a public hearing for a major site plan application. The board will also consider meeting minutes, resolutions, and any business from the floor. The agenda is largely procedural, with one substantive application for review.

• Public hearing for 303 Amwell LLC (JMJ4 ABEEL LLC) - File 21-PB-17-MSPV, Block 198, Lot 2.03, 303 Amwell Road, for preliminary and final major site plan approval, 'c' bulk variance, and waivers to construct an 85,348 square foot warehouse in the CDZ, Corporate Development Zone.
• Application continued from January 12, 2023, without further notice.
• Objector: Craig Berlin.
• Meeting minutes and resolutions to be considered.
• Business from the floor for matters not on the agenda.

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding a regular meeting with routine approvals, proclamations, and a concept plan presentation. Key items include a resolution to release $499,979.88 from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund for a home purchase by Community Options, Inc., and the introduction of an ordinance amending the TECD district standards.

• Release of $499,979.88 from Affordable Housing Trust Fund for Community Options, Inc. home purchase
• Introduction of Ordinance 2023-04 amending TECD district standards (public hearing April 25, 2023)
• Hiring of Alicia Noon as Acting Treasurer and Richard Granatir as IT Director
• Digitalization of Health Department records by Foveonics (not to exceed $56,804)
• Tax map updates by Pennoni Associates (not to exceed $8,000)

The Township Committee unanimously approved the M&M Realty concept plan for an affordable housing project, contingent on DEP approval for a stream corridor crossing or use of a paper street. The committee also approved 21 consent agenda resolutions, including hiring five new employees and releasing $499,979.88 from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund for a group home.

• Approved M&M Realty concept plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Alicia Noon as Acting Treasurer at $115,000/year
• Approved hiring Richard Granatir as IT Director at $105,000/year
• Approved hiring Jonathan Uzarski as Part Time Plumbing Inspector at $33/hour
• Approved hiring Richard Granja as DPW Worker I at $37,234/year
• Approved hiring Gary Krause as Mechanic I at $64,834/year
• Approved release of $499,979.88 from Affordable Housing Trust Fund for Community Options, Inc.
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-04 amending TECD district standards

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting on March 27, 2023. The main item is a single application from Hillsborough Center, LLC seeking a sign waiver to replace an existing nonconforming monument box sign at 649 Route 206. The committee will also take public comments and may take formal action on the application.

• Application SRC-23-02 by Hillsborough Center, LLC for a sign waiver at 649 Route 206 (Block 200.10, Lots 5.01 & 5.02)
• Proposed replacement sign: 29.64 sq ft, white translucent acrylic, internally LED illuminated, with Gold and Black graphics for 'The Franklin' and 'Retro Fitness'
• Property located in the TC (Town Center) district
• Meeting held at Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission will meet on March 27, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss zoning variances, subdivisions, and waivers for three development projects. The meeting includes a roll call, consideration of meeting minutes, and public input. No formal decisions are scheduled for this session.

• County of Somerset seeks minor subdivision and bulk variances for 13.889-acre property at 510 Long Hill Road
• Salvatore and Bernice Romano propose single-family dwelling and stream corridor adjustments at 3 Sycamore Lane and 6 Poplar Road
• Pilgrim River seeks major site plan approval and demolition of three dwellings at 381, 385, and 393 Amwell Road for assisted living and housing

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is meeting on March 23, 2023, to conduct a public hearing on a major site plan application for a 135,000 square foot warehouse building on Weston Road. The meeting follows a procedural agenda with no formal decisions scheduled, as outlined in the adopted 2023 annual meeting schedule.

• Weston RD, LLC (Guastella) – File 22-PB-03-MSPV – Block 185, Lot 1 – Preliminary and final major site plan approval for 135,000 sq ft warehouse in I-1 Light Industrial District

The Planning Board held a public hearing on the Weston RD, LLC application for a 135,000-square-foot warehouse on Weston Road but took no action, continuing the hearing to May 4, 2023. Testimony was heard from the applicant's engineer and cross-examination by the objector, Hearthstone Homeowners Association, covering stormwater, tree mitigation, and building height. The board approved the continuance unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Continued Weston RD, LLC warehouse hearing to May 4, 2023 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 10:02 pm (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two applications seeking variances and approvals to build or reconfigure homes in the Agricultural Zone. The board will also consider resolutions for a construction company and certify absent members for a prior application. Formal action may be taken.

• Salvatore and Bernice Romano – File BA-21-16 – 3 Sycamore Lane – 'c' bulk variances and stream corridor waiver for new single-family dwelling, garage, and improvements in AG Zone
• Irv Cyzner – File BA-21-20 – Amwell Road and Mill Lane – 'd' use and 'c' bulk variances and minor subdivision to reconfigure three lots into two building lots
• Bilkoo Construction, Inc (2022 Amended Application) – File BA-19-21 – resolution consideration
• Certification of Absent Members for Cyzner Application – meeting date 2/16/22

The Board of Adjustment approved a minor subdivision and variances for the Irv Cyzner application to reconfigure three lots into two building lots. The Board also approved a resolution for Bilkoo Construction, Inc. and rescheduled one application to May.

• Approved Bilkoo Construction, Inc. 2022 Amended Application (7-0)
• Approved Irv Cyzner minor subdivision and variances for Block 11, Lots 44, 44.01, and 44.02 with concrete property markers (7-1)
• Moved Salvatore and Bernice Romano application to May 3, 2023 (unanimous)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee met on March 14, 2023, to approve routine resolutions, transfers, and shared services agreements. No major decisions were made; the meeting included proclamations, committee reports, and the introduction of two new ordinances for future public hearings.

• Amsterdam Drive Phase 3 roadway improvements design plans approved
• Transfer of Mike Conover from Public Works Worker 3 to Arborist position
• Shared services agreements for child health conference services with Montgomery and Branchburg townships
• Two new ordinances introduced: flood hazard map adoption and vehicle/traffic code amendments
• Digitizing Health Department files via Foveonics Document Solutions under ESCNJ agreement

The Township Committee introduced two ordinances: one adopting new floodplain management regulations (2023-02) and another prohibiting parking on a portion of South Woods Road during school hours (2023-03). Both will have public hearings on April 11, 2023. The committee also unanimously approved a consent agenda that included a $41,000 contract for Amsterdam Drive Phase 3 roadway design plans and a $56,804 contract for digitizing Health Department files.

• Introduced Ordinance 2023-02 adopting new floodplain management regulations (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-03 prohibiting parking on South Woods Road, north bound, 8:30 AM-3:30 PM (unanimous)
• Approved $41,000 contract for Pennoni Associates for Amsterdam Drive Phase 3 design plans (consent agenda)
• Approved $56,804 contract with Foveonics for Health Department file digitization (consent agenda)
• Approved transfer of Mike Conover to Arborist position at $65,634 annual salary (consent agenda)
• Approved shared services agreements with Montgomery and Branchburg for Child Health Conference services (consent agenda)
• Approved $3,306.96 transfer from Planning/Board of Adjustment escrow accounts (consent agenda)
• Approved Claims List 2023-04 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a revised application from Homestead 279 LLC for a warehouse development at 279 Homestead Road. The applicant has withdrawn its request for a minor subdivision and now seeks preliminary and final major site plan approval, bulk variances, and waivers to build a 137,413-square-foot warehouse on an 11.7-acre lot. The board will also consider the 2022 Board of Adjustment Annual Report and other routine business.

• Homestead 279 LLC – File 22-PB-05-(S)/MSPV – 279 Homestead Road – revised plans for 137,413 sf warehouse, removed minor subdivision request
• Public hearing on preliminary and final major site plan approval, 'c' bulk variances, and waivers
• 2022 Board of Adjustment Annual Report, adopted March 01, 2023
• Consideration of meeting minutes and resolutions
• Business from the floor for matters not on the agenda

The Hillsborough Planning Board held a public hearing on the Homestead 279 LLC application for minor subdivision removal, preliminary and final major site plan approval, and bulk variances to construct a second warehouse at 279 Homestead Road. Discussion focused on property ownership, applicant standing, and stormwater management, with engineering testimony and public comment heard before the hearing was adjourned to a future meeting.

• Acknowledge receipt of the 2022 Board of Adjustment Annual Report with no board action required
• Allow engineering testimony to proceed while noting unresolved standing and property ownership questions
• Adjourn the meeting at approximately 10:11 p.m.

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding two land development applications. The board will consider a minor subdivision on Wertsville Road and a major site plan for warehouse and office buildings on Homestead Road.

• Public hearing for Jennifer Bryson (File 22-PB-S) regarding a minor subdivision and lot line adjustment at 145 Wertsville Road
• Public hearing for Homestead Road, LLC (File 21-PB-25-MS/MSP(V)) regarding a major subdivision and site plan for two warehouse/office buildings at 189 and 203 Homestead Road

The Planning Board approved a minor subdivision/lot line adjustment for Jennifer Bryson's property on Wertsville Road, with a condition requiring deed language to notify future owners of environmental conditions. The board also carried the Homestead Road warehouse application to April 13, 2023, pending DEP information, and canceled the April 6, 2023 meeting due to holiday conflicts.

• Approved lot line adjustment for Jennifer Bryson (Block 169, Lots 3 & 3.01) with deed restriction (9-0)
• Carried Homestead Road, LLC warehouse application to April 13, 2023, with DEP info due April 3 (8-0)
• Canceled April 6, 2023 meeting, moved 303 Amwell Road application to April 13 (8-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider two applications: one for bulk variances for an inground pool at 8 Yost Drive, and another for a major site plan approval for an addition to Walko Automotive on Camplain Road. The board will also review meeting minutes, resolutions, and its 2022 annual report.

• Milena Neves & Scott Gamache seek three 'c' bulk variances for an inground pool at 8 Yost Drive (Block 150.05 Lot 12), including a 20-foot rear setback where 25 feet is required and a waiver for 1,981 sq ft of impervious coverage.
• Walko Automotive requests preliminary and final major site plan approval for a 1,071-sq-ft addition at 2120-2122 Camplain Road (Block 71 Lot 3), with 'c' and 'd' variances and waivers for environmental and community impact statements.
• Consideration of resolutions for Dog Days Daycare Center (BA-22-07) and 0 New Centre LLC (BA-22-11).
• Review of 2022 Board of Adjustment Annual Report.
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 7, 2022, and January 18, 2023.

The Board of Adjustment approved a resolution for Walko Automotive's 1,071-sf addition with variances and waivers (7-0). It also approved resolutions for Dog Days Daycare Center and 0 New Center LLC, and carried the Neves & Gamache pool variance application to April 19, 2023. Minutes from prior meetings and the 2022 Annual Report were approved, and a standing subcommittee was created.

• Approved Walko Automotive site plan, waivers, and variances (7-0)
• Approved Dog Days Daycare Center resolution (5-0)
• Approved 0 New Center LLC resolution (8-0)
• Carried Neves & Gamache pool variance application to April 19, 2023
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved January 18, 2023 reorganization and regular meeting minutes
• Approved 2022 Board of Adjustment Annual Report
• Created standing subcommittee

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee met on February 28, 2023, to approve routine resolutions, contracts, and transfers. Key actions included accepting a $212,485 state public health grant and awarding several professional service contracts. The meeting also featured proclamations and memorials.

• Resolution accepting $212,485 Enhancing Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant
• Resolution awarding sale of farmland at Auten Road, Block 150, Lot 4Q to Lisa Miccolis and Michael Mills
• Resolution authorizing contract with Goose Runners LLC for geese control at AVM Park
• Resolution authorizing $212,485 grant for public health nursing services
• Resolution appointing Rick Mantz as Deputy Zoning Officer

The Township Committee approved a resolution to apply for $933,083.36 in NJDEP Green Acres matching funds for the proposed Hillsborough Recreation Center at Mike Merdinger Memorial Park, with a total project cost of $1,866,166.69. The committee also approved a consent agenda including the sale of preserved farmland for $425,000, several contracts, and personnel transfers. No ordinances were introduced.

• Approved resolution to apply for $933,083.36 Green Acres grant for Recreation Center (unanimous)
• Approved sale of Auten Road farmland to Lisa Miccolis and Michael Mills for $425,000
• Approved $14,400 contract with Goose Runners LLC for geese control at AVM Park
• Approved $21,132 contract with Larimore Associates for police software maintenance
• Approved $11,799 contract with Community Visiting Nurse Association for public health nursing
• Approved $2,272 contract with Zufall Health Center for public health services
• Accepted $212,485 Enhancing Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant
• Approved transfer of Mike Conover to Arborist at $65,634 annual salary

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Sign Review Committee holds its first meeting to reorganize leadership and adopt procedural rules. Members also consider a sign waiver application from Promenade Smiles at 315 Route 206, Suite 903, seeking to install a 27.5 sq ft LED sign in an office zone district.

• Promenade Smiles sign waiver: 27.5 sq ft LED sign at 315 Route 206, Suite 903
• Committee elects officers and adopts rules of order
• Meeting minutes and open meeting policy to be formally adopted
• Next meeting scheduled for March 27, 2023

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Goodwill Industries' appeal of a zoning officer's denial for a property at 640 Route 206, seeking an interpretation of the 'Business Services' use in the Town Center zone. The board will also consider minutes, a resolution for Dog Days Daycare Center, and the 2022 annual statement. Public comment is open for matters not on the agenda.

• Public hearing: Goodwill Industries appeal (BA-23-02) for 640 Route 206, Block 200.10, Lots 5.01 and 5.02
• Resolution: Dog Days Daycare Center (BA-22-07)
• Consideration of minutes from Dec 7, 2022 and Jan 18, 2023 meetings
• 2022 Board of Adjustment Annual Statement

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on February 14, 2023, with a consent agenda covering personnel changes, contracts, and fee refunds. A public hearing is scheduled for a salary range ordinance amendment. The agenda includes routine administrative items and several resolutions for approval.

• Resolution authorizing promotion of Lieutenant Sean Carolan to Captain, Sergeant Thomas McLain to Lieutenant, and Corporal Hank Olsyzk to Sergeant effective Feb 15, 2023
• Resolution awarding contract to Stavola Asphalt Company for removal of old asphalt, not to exceed $8,000
• Resolution awarding contract to Halecon for skate park resurfacing
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-01 amending the Salary Range Ordinance
• Resolution authorizing release of $5,000 cash escrow for Hillsborough Gardens Clubhouse

The Township Committee adopted an ordinance setting 2023 salary ranges for municipal employees and officials. The Committee also approved various personnel appointments, including new hires in the Tax Assessor's and Building departments, and authorized several professional service contracts and grant applications.

• Adopted 2023 Salary Range Ordinance (2023-01)
• Appointed new Plumbing Inspector and Field Inspector/Assessment Clerk
• Promoted three police officers to Captain, Lieutenant, and Sergeant
• Authorized $159,930 contract for aerial topographic mapping
• Awarded $24,300 skate park resurfacing contract to Halecon
• Awarded $8,000 asphalt removal contract to Stavola Asphalt Company
• Approved 2023 Municipal Court appointments
• Authorized application for Sustainable Jersey grant

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on two applications: a minor subdivision/lot line adjustment on Wertsville Road and a major site plan for a 137,413 sq ft warehouse on Homestead Road. The board will also consider minutes from December 8, 2022, and may take formal action. The agenda includes only these items and standard procedural matters.

• Jennifer Bryson – minor subdivision/lot line adjustment, Block 169, Lots 3 & 3.01, Wertsville Road, to subdivide 5 acres from Lot 3 to make Lot 3.01 conforming
• Homestead 279 LLC – minor subdivision and major site plan for 137,413 sq ft warehouse, Block 200.02, Lot 12, 279 Homestead Road
• Public hearing on warehouse application continued from January 12, 2023, with renotice
• Consideration of December 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Business from the floor for matters not on the agenda

The Planning Board approved the December 8, 2022, meeting minutes and heard testimony regarding a minor subdivision and major site plan application for a warehouse at 279 Homestead Road. The Board continued the Homestead 279 LLC application to the March 9, 2023, meeting and adjourned the Jennifer Bryson application to March 2, 2023. Additionally, the Board canceled its February 23, 2023, meeting and appointed Robert Peason as Chairman of the Master Plan Subcommittee.

• Approved December 8, 2022, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned Jennifer Bryson application to March 2, 2023 (7-0)
• Continued Homestead 279 LLC application to March 9, 2023 (unanimous)
• Canceled February 23, 2023, meeting (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Peason as Chairman of the Master Plan Subcommittee

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding a public hearing on an application by Weston RD, LLC for preliminary and final major site plan approval to build a 135,000-square-foot warehouse on Weston Road. The applicant is seeking bulk variances and waivers for the project in the I-1 Light Industrial District. The application was continued from the January 12 meeting for scheduling only and has been renoticed. The board will also consider meeting minutes, resolutions, and other business.

• Public hearing for Weston RD, LLC (File 22-PB-03-MSPV) for a 135,000 sq ft warehouse on Block 185, Lot 1, Weston Road
• Applicant seeks preliminary and final major site plan approval, 'c' bulk variances, and waivers
• Project in I-1 Light Industrial District with stormwater, parking, and associated improvements
• Opposing counsel representing Hearthstone at Hillsborough is participating
• Application continued from January 12, 2023 meeting with renotice

The Planning Board heard testimony regarding the Weston RD, LLC warehouse application but did not reach a decision. Board members and professionals expressed concerns regarding the lack of revised site plans and the disjointed nature of the testimony. The application was continued to a future date to allow for the submission of updated information.

• Continued Weston RD, LLC application to March 23 or May 4, 2023 (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:14 p.m.

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee's January 30, 2023 reorganization and regular meetings are cancelled. The agenda lists only procedural items such as oath of office, officer elections, and routine resolutions, with no business items scheduled.

• Both Jan. 30 meetings cancelled
• Reorganization agenda includes oath of office for 5 members
• Election of chairman, vice chairman, secretary
• Resolutions on rules, newspapers, meeting schedule

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee's January 30, 2023 meetings (a reorganization meeting and a regular meeting) are both cancelled. The agenda indicates no business was scheduled, and the public is invited to attend future meetings.

• Reorganization meeting cancelled
• Regular meeting cancelled with no business
• Next meeting tentatively scheduled for February 27, 2023

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee met on January 24, 2023, to approve routine administrative actions, including the sale of bond anticipation notes totaling $7,653,000 and the adoption of several resolutions. The meeting also featured proclamations, presentations, and committee appointments, with no contested public hearings.

• $7,653,000 bond anticipation notes sale authorized
• HR software contract with Criterion approved
• Michael Folli appointed Chairperson of the Environmental Commission
• COVID-19/Flu vaccination clinics agreements with Amwell Pharmacy and Hillsboro Pharmacy
• First Amendment to ground lease with Verizon Wireless approved

The Township Committee approved a consent agenda including the issuance of bond anticipation notes for road work and the establishment of 2023 municipal employee salaries. The committee also authorized several software contracts and accepted a $32,400 state grant for community safety.

• Authorized bond anticipation notes up to $7,653,000 for road improvements
• Established 2023 annual salaries and wages for municipal employees
• Approved $15,618.75 annual contract plus $1,950 implementation fee for Criterion HR software
• Approved $14,094.86 contract with Teamwork for professional management software
• Accepted $32,400 state grant under the Safe and Secure Communities Program
• Authorized $2,800 agreements each with Amwell Pharmacy and Hillsboro Pharmacy for vaccination clinics
• Appointed Michael Folli as Chairperson of the Environmental Commission
• Approved transfer of $4,680.35 from engineering trust accounts to the treasurer's account

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is holding its annual reorganization meeting followed by a regular meeting. The agenda includes swearing in new members, electing officers, adopting rules and policies, and considering the 2022 annual report. Formal action may be taken.

• Oath of office for new members: James Vander Vliet (Seat #6), Stephen Mastripolito (Seat #7), Deena Centofanti (Alternate #1)
• Vacancy on Seat #2 following resignation of Joanne Bertolini
• Election of vice chairperson and secretary
• Resolution setting schedule of meetings
• Consideration of 2022 annual report

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is holding its annual reorganization meeting followed by a regular public meeting on January 23, 2023, at the Peter J. Biondi Building. The agenda is largely procedural, with items including roll call, consideration of minutes, and business from the floor. No specific applications, ordinances, or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Reorganization meeting at 7:00 p.m.
• Regular meeting immediately follows
• Seat #2 on the commission is vacant
• Next meeting scheduled for February 27, 2023

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider several proposed demolitions of vacant and abandoned properties identified by the Health Department. The meeting also includes a reorganization session and the consideration of previous meeting minutes.

• Proposed demolition: 666 Amwell Road (Historic Site #7)
• Proposed demolition: 789 Amwell Road (Historic Site #19)
• Proposed demolition: 432 Roycefield Road (Historic Site #87)
• Proposed demolition: 183 Valley Road
• Proposed demolition: 872 Amwell Road

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission is holding its annual reorganization meeting followed by a regular meeting on January 19, 2023. The agenda includes swearing in new members, electing officers, and adopting routine resolutions. No specific project applications or substantive decisions are listed.

• Oath of office for new members Allison Prugh (Seat #3) and Timothy Johnson (Seat #4)
• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
• Resolution setting the schedule of meetings
• Resolution adopting rules of order and designating official newspapers
• Resolution fixing charge for notice of meetings and open meeting policy

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a reorganization meeting followed by a regular meeting to discuss several land use applications. The agenda includes site plan improvements for a convenience store and various residential and industrial variance requests.

• Variance request for a new single-family dwelling and garage at 3 Sycamore Lane
• Site plan approval for a 1,071-sf. addition at 2120-2122 Camplain Road
• Site plan improvements for a convenience store at 866 Route 206
• Amended variance plan for a modular home at 101 Hodge Road
• Consideration of resolutions BA-22-10 and BA-22-13

The Board of Adjustment approved two applications and two resolutions. Bilkoo Construction's amended site plan for a convenience store at 866 Rte. 206 was approved, and 0 New Center, LLC's amended variance plan for a modular home at 101 Hodge Road was approved with conditions. Resolutions for Harnek and Narinder Dhillon-Atwal (BA-22-10) and Fountain Plaza, LLC (BA-22-13) were also approved. Two other applications were adjourned with notice.

• Approved resolution for Harnek and Narinder Dhillon-Atwal (BA-22-10) (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Fountain Plaza, LLC (BA-22-13) (5-0)
• Approved Bilkoo Construction amended site plan for convenience store at 866 Rte. 206 (7-0)
• Approved 0 New Center, LLC amended variance plan for modular home at 101 Hodge Road, with soil sampling conditions (7-0)
• Adjourned Salvatore and Bernice Romano application (BA-21-16) with notice
• Adjourned Walko Automotive application (BA-22-07) to March with notice

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a reorganization meeting at 7:00 p.m. followed by a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. on January 18, 2023. The regular meeting includes four applications: a new home with bulk variances, a commercial addition, a convenience store site plan, and a modular home variance amendment. Formal action may be taken on these items.

• Salvatore and Bernice Romano – BA-21-16 – 3 Sycamore Lane – new single-family dwelling, garage, 'c' bulk variances, stream corridor waiver (AG Zone)
• Walko Automotive – BA-22-07 – 2120-2122 Camplain Road – 1,071-sf addition, major site plan, 'c' and 'd' variances (I1 Light Industrial Zone)
• Bilkoo Construction – BA-19-21 – 866 Route 206 – site plan improvements for convenience store, three-pump islands, diesel pump island, 17 parking spaces (C-1 Zone)
• 0 New Centre, LLC – BA-20-11 – 101 Hodge Road – amended variance plan for single-family modular home with deck (RS Zone)

The Board of Adjustment held its 2023 reorganization meeting, electing Frank Herbert as chairman, Jim Wohlmacher as vice chairman, and Marcella McLaughlin as secretary. The board approved the 2023 meeting schedule, adopted several resolutions including the fair and open selection process, and appointed Woolson Anderson Peach, P.C. as attorney and Pennoni Associates as engineer. All votes were unanimous with no opposition.

• Elected Frank Herbert as 2023 Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Jim Wohlmacher as 2023 Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Marcella McLaughlin as 2023 Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Fair and Open selection process resolution (unanimous)
• Appointed Woolson Anderson Peach, P.C. as Board Attorney (unanimous)
• Appointed Pennoni Associates as Board Engineer (unanimous)
• Adopted bylaws and several administrative resolutions (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board holds its annual reorganization meeting to elect officers, appoint professionals, and set the 2023 meeting schedule, followed by a regular meeting. The regular meeting includes a public hearing on a proposed 85,348-square-foot warehouse at 301 Amwell Road, and scheduling dates for five applications continued from 2022, with no testimony taken on those five at this meeting.

• Public hearing: 303 Amwell LLC seeks preliminary/final major site plan approval for an 85,348 sq ft warehouse at 301 Amwell Road (CDZ zone)
• Homestead 279 LLC – minor subdivision and site plan for 279 Homestead Road (Block 200.02, Lot 12)
• 1170 Millstone LLC – major site plan for 1170 Millstone River Road (Block 183.01, Lot 40)
• Weston RD, LLC – major site plan for Weston Road (Block 185, Lot 1)
• Jennifer Bryson – minor subdivision/lot line adjustment at 145 Wertsville Road (Block 169, Lots 3 & 3.01)

The Planning Board held its reorganization meeting to elect leadership and appoint a Master Plan Subcommittee. The board approved the 2023 meeting schedule, rules of order, and administrative procedures.

• Elected Carl Suraci as 2023 Planning Board Chairman
• Elected Neil Julian as 2023 Planning Board Vice Chairman
• Elected Kenneth Hesthag as 2023 Planning Board Secretary
• Appointed Master Plan Subcommittee consisting of John Ciccarelli, Robert Peason, Frank DelCore, and Carl Suraci
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule with start times amended to 7:00 pm
• Approved Resolutions One through Six
• Adopted Rules of Order setting meeting start at 7:00 pm and end at 10:00 pm
• Approved Resolutions Eight through Ten and Resolution of Administrative Procedures

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission will hold its annual reorganization meeting followed by a regular meeting on January 19, 2023. The agenda includes consideration of minutes from previous meetings, but no new applications or substantive items are listed. Formal action may be taken on routine matters.

• Reorganization meeting and regular meeting scheduled for January 19, 2023
• Consideration of meeting minutes from July 21, 2022 and December 15, 2022
• No applications or public hearings listed on the agenda

The Planning Board carried the 303 Amwell LLC warehouse application to April 6, 2023, without notice, after the Zoning Officer determined warehousing is not a permitted use in the zone, raising a jurisdictional question. The board also approved the 2022 Annual Report and scheduled hearing dates for several pending applications. Public comment included concerns about warehouse guidelines, flood planning, and traffic studies.

• Carried 303 Amwell LLC warehouse application to April 6, 2023 without notice (9-0)
• Approved M&M Realty Partners resolution (8-0)
• Scheduled Homestead 279 LLC hearing for Feb 9, 2023 with TOD extended to June 30, 2023 (8-0, 2 abstentions)
• Scheduled 1170 Millstone LLC hearing for future date with TOD extension (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Scheduled Weston Rd LLC hearing for Feb 2 and May 4, 2023 with TOD extended to June 30, 2023 (9-0)
• Scheduled Jennifer Bryson hearing for Feb 2, 2023
• Scheduled Homestead Road LLC hearing for March 2, 2023 with TOD extended to June 30, 2023 (9-0)
• Adopted 2022 Planning Board Annual Report (8-0, 1 abstention)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting to approve a consent agenda of resolutions, including setting municipal employee salaries, hiring police officers, and applying for a $100,000 grant to resurface basketball courts at Ann Van Middlesworth Park. The committee will also introduce an ordinance amending the salary range ordinance, with a public hearing scheduled for February 14, 2023. Proclamations will honor an Eagle Scout, Radon Action Month, and local sports teams, and a portrait of Police Chief Dowches will be presented.

• Resolution establishing annual salaries and wages of municipal employees
• Resolution authorizing hiring police officers in the Hillsborough Township Police Department
• Resolution authorizing application for up to $100,000 grant to resurface basketball courts and replace hoops at Ann Van Middlesworth Park
• Ordinance 2023-01 amending salary range ordinance, public hearing February 14, 2023
• Resolution authorizing sale of one 2016 Ford F-450 rechassied ambulance

The Township Committee unanimously approved a consent agenda that set 2023 municipal salaries, hired seven new police officers, and authorized several agreements and grants. The committee also introduced a salary range ordinance for a public hearing on February 14, 2023. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2023 salary adjustments for municipal employees
• Hired 7 police officers effective January 18, 2023
• Approved $24,199.98 contract with YMCA for senior exercise classes
• Authorized application for up to $100,000 grant to resurface basketball courts at Ann Van Middlesworth Park
• Approved shared services agreements with Montgomery and Branchburg for child health conferences
• Authorized sale of 2016 Ford F-450 ambulance via bid
• Approved transfer of $6,553.55 from engineering escrow accounts
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-01 amending salary ranges, public hearing set for February 14, 2023

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its annual reorganization meeting, where newly elected members are sworn in and the 2023 mayor and deputy mayor are chosen. The committee will vote on a series of resolutions, including adopting a temporary budget for 2023, appointing officials and professional service providers, and setting the meeting schedule for the year. This is primarily a procedural meeting to set up the township's governance for the year.

• Resolution adopting the 2023 Temporary Budget
• Resolution authorizing appointments of township officers and officials
• Resolution authorizing professional service contracts for 2023
• Resolution awarding contract to Fuerza Strategy for video services
• Resolution authorizing tax sale relief and collection of interest on delinquent taxes

The Hillsborough Township Committee held its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in newly elected Committeeman John Ciccarelli and re-electing Shawn Lipani as Mayor and Robert Britting as Deputy Mayor for 2023. The committee unanimously approved a consent agenda that included adopting the 2023 temporary budget of $7,898,400, appointing numerous officers and board members, and awarding professional service contracts. The meeting was procedural and administrative in nature, with no substantive policy decisions or public comments.

• Elected Shawn Lipani as 2023 Mayor (unanimous)
• Elected Robert Britting as 2023 Deputy Mayor (unanimous)
• Swore in Committeeman John Ciccarelli to a three-year term ending 2025
• Adopted 2023 temporary budget of $7,898,400
• Approved 2023 professional service contracts (e.g., Township Attorney not to exceed $50,000)
• Appointed numerous township officers and board members for 2023
• Designated official newspapers for 2023 (Courier News, Hillsborough Beacon, Patch, TapInto)
• Awarded video services contract to Fuerza Strategies not to exceed $30,000