Hillsborough public meetings in 2024

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission will meet on December 19, 2024, to review the Historic Preservation Plan Element of the Hillsborough Township Master Plan and consider two property-related applications. The meeting is held at the Municipal Courroom in the Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844.

• Review of the Historic Preservation Plan Element of the Hillsborough Township Master Plan
• Consideration of Resolution for Phoenix Carriage Farm LLC (File HHPC-24-01, BA-24-07)
• Application for John Lazorchak (HHPC-24-02, File BA-24-12) at 703 Amwell Road: renovate single-family dwelling, remove shed, construct patio, driveway, and septic system in Agricultural Zone within Neshanic Historic District

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee will hold a public meeting on December 16, 2024, to consider one application: a sign size waiver for Sissco/Permadur at 190 Route 206, where 40 square feet is permitted but 56 square feet is proposed. The committee will also review minutes from September 30, 2024, and consider a resolution of appreciation for Kevin Sweeney. The meeting is open to the public and formal action may be taken.

• Application SRC-24-05: Sissco/Permadur seeks sign size waiver (40 sf permitted, 56 sf proposed) for LED illuminated wall sign at 190 Route 206
• Consideration of meeting minutes from September 30, 2024
• Resolution of Appreciation for Kevin Sweeney

The Hillsborough Sign Review Committee approved a sign size waiver for Sissco/Permadur at 190 Route 206, allowing 56 square feet instead of the permitted 40. The committee also approved previous meeting minutes and honored Chairman Kevin Sweeney for 17 years of service.

• Approved September 30, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sign size waiver for Sissco/Permadur at 190 Route 206 (unanimous)
• Presented Resolution of Appreciation to Kevin Sweeney for 17 years of service

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will meet to consider two pending major development applications: an 80,000 sq ft industrial building at 303 Amwell Road and a two-lot warehouse/office project at 203/189 Homestead Road. Both items were carried over from prior meetings and remain active public hearings.

• 303 Amwell Road (JMJ4 ABEEL LLC) - 80,000 sq ft industrial building with stormwater and lighting plans
• 203/189 Homestead Road (Homestead Road LLC) - two warehouse/office buildings on consolidated lots in TECD zone
• File 22-PB-09-MSPV withdrawn (1170 Millstone LLC)
• James Vander Vliet resignation from Planning Board Seat #6 and Environmental Commission liaison role
• Consideration of November 7 & 14, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning Board continued the public hearing for the Homestead Road, LLC warehouse/office proposal to February 13, 2025, extending the time of decision to March 1, 2025. The board also acknowledged the withdrawal of the 1170 Millstone LLC application and accepted the resignation of board member James Vander Vliet. No resolutions or ordinances were considered.

• Carried Homestead Road, LLC application to Feb. 13, 2025 with time of decision extended to Mar. 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Acknowledged withdrawal of 1170 Millstone LLC application (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of James Vander Vliet from Planning Board and Environmental Commission
• Approved minutes of Nov. 7 and Nov. 14, 2024 meetings (5-0 each)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee will hold its regular meeting on December 10, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes swearing in new police officers, approving permanent employee statuses, and awarding contracts for equipment and services. Three public hearings will address updates to property maintenance, stormwater control, and tree preservation ordinances.

• Swearing in of new police officers
• Purchase of a 2025 Dodge Durango police vehicle for up to $45,389.51
• Installation of lighting fixtures at the Department of Public Works for up to $37,000.00
• Amendment to property maintenance ordinance for privately owned salt storage
• Amendment to stormwater control ordinance to address surface water runoff

The Township Committee adopted three ordinances: one regulating private salt and de-icing material storage to protect water bodies, one updating stormwater management requirements, and one addressing NJDEP tree removal requirements. The committee also approved a consent agenda with numerous resolutions, including hiring four new police officers, canceling old capital improvement balances, and awarding contracts for various projects.

• Adopted Ordinance 2024-14 regulating private salt storage
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-15 updating stormwater management requirements
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-16 addressing NJDEP tree removal requirements
• Approved hiring four police officers (Omar Basuf, Brandon Botiquin, Justin Mekhail, Travis Warnock)
• Approved consent agenda with 34 resolutions
• Approved $356,411 NJDOT grant for Dukes Parkway West repaving
• Approved $37,000 contract to Aber Electric for DPW lighting fixtures
• Approved $45,875 contract to Envirocon for Municipal Building thermostats

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on an amended site plan for 871 Route 206 North / 2 Schindler Court, proposing to replace two retail buildings with two residential buildings containing 24 units, including 6 affordable units. The board will also receive a status update on the 96-unit apartment project at 4 Campus Drive and consider a subdivision application for three lots on Valley Road. Additionally, the board will consider Ordinance 2024-16, which amends the township's tree preservation code to address NJDEP requirements.

• Public hearing: Hillsborough 206 Holdings, LLC amended site plan (Block 202, Lot 4) to build 24 residential units (6 affordable) instead of two retail buildings
• Status update: Campus Associates, LLC (4 Campus Drive) 96-unit apartment project with 23 affordable units
• Public hearing: TEEVEE, LLC subdivision (Block 143, Lots 24.01 & 25) to create three single-family lots on Valley Road
• Ordinance 2024-16: Amending Chapter 188 'Land Use and Development', Article IX 'Tree Preservation'
• Consideration of meeting minutes and resolutions

The Hillsborough Planning Board approved an amended site plan for Hillsborough 206 Holdings, LLC, replacing two retail buildings with two residential buildings containing 24 units (6 affordable) at 871 Route 206 North. The board also concurred with Ordinance 2024-16 on tree preservation, continued the Campus Associates hearing to April 23, 2025, and carried the TEEVEE subdivision application to February 6, 2025.

• Approved amended site plan for 24 residential units (6 affordable) at 871 Route 206 (unanimous)
• Concurred with Ordinance 2024-16 amending tree preservation code (unanimous)
• Continued Campus Associates hearing to April 23, 2025 (unanimous)
• Carried TEEVEE subdivision application to February 6, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two applications: a Chick-fil-A restaurant with dual drive-through lanes at 296 Route 206, requiring use and bulk variances, and a single-family home on an undersized lot in Flagtown, requiring three variances. The board will also consider minutes from November 6, 2024, and resolutions for two prior applications.

• Chick-fil-A BA-24-05: 6,100-sf restaurant with dual drive-through at 296 Route 206, on former Exxon site, needs 'c' and 'd' variances
• Yasir Farooq BA-23-26: 2,397-sf home on .53 acres at Sixth Street and Clawson Avenue, needs three 'c' variances including front yard setback and undersized lot without public water/sewer
• Resolutions for Christopher and Jamie Nardo (BA-24-04) and Philip and Preya Gopaul (BA-24-06)
• Resolution of Appreciation for board member John Stamler
• Bylaws Subcommittee readout

The Board of Adjustment approved resolutions for Christopher and Jamie Nardo (BA-24-04) and Philip and Preya Gopaul (BA-24-06), both by unanimous vote. The Chick-fil-A application (BA-24-05) was carried to 2025 with a specific date to be set at the January 15, 2025 meeting. The Farooq application (BA-23-26) was also carried to the January 15, 2025 reorganization meeting without notice, after the applicant's engineer's reports were not filed in advance. The board also approved amending its bylaws to allow a sixth-year consecutive appointment as Chairperson.

• Approved Nardo resolution BA-24-04 (7-0)
• Approved Gopaul resolution BA-24-06 (7-0)
• Carried Chick-fil-A application BA-24-05 to 2025, date set at Jan 15 meeting (7-0)
• Carried Farooq application BA-23-26 to Jan 15, 2025 meeting without notice (7-0)
• Approved bylaw amendment allowing sixth-year consecutive Chairperson appointment (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission's November 18, 2024 public meeting has been canceled. The agenda is procedural only, listing standard items like roll call, minutes, and public comment, with no substantive business scheduled. The next meeting is set for December 16, 2024.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: December 16, 2024 (third Monday)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on a 130,418 sq ft warehouse proposed at 379 South Branch Road in the I-1 Light Industrial District. The applicant seeks preliminary and final major site plan approval, bulk variances, and waivers. The board will also consider resolutions for Evergreen Energy and RB Manufacturing solar array projects.

• Weston RD LLC warehouse at 379 South Branch Road (130,418 sq ft, I-1 district)
• Evergreen Energy (Foothill Estates LLC) – File 24-PB-05-SP
• RB Manufacturing LLC solar array – File 24-PB-08-SP(V)
• ‘c’ bulk variances and waivers for warehouse construction
• Public hearing for Weston Road warehouse project

The Board approved resolutions for Evergreen Energy and RB Manufacturing LLC. A public hearing continued for a proposed 130,418 square foot warehouse on Weston Road, which was carried to a future date.

• Approved Evergreen Energy (Foothill Estates LLC) resolution (7-0)
• Approved RB Manufacturing LLC (Solar Array) resolution (7-0)
• Carried Weston RD, LLC warehouse application to January 9, 2025 (7-0)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on November 12, 2024, to consider a consent agenda with resolutions for contracts, purchases, and approvals, as well as introduce three ordinances for public hearing in December. The meeting includes proclamations and public comment.

• Resolution awarding contract to Stilo Paving and Excavating for Amsterdam Drive Phase III Resurfacing Project
• Resolution awarding contract for basketball court installation at Village Green Park, not to exceed $58,440
• Resolution authorizing shared services agreement with Township of Alexandria for CFO services
• Ordinance 2024-14: Amending property maintenance code to regulate private salt storage
• Ordinance 2024-15: Amending stormwater control code for stormwater management requirements

The Township Committee approved several infrastructure contracts, including a major road resurfacing project and a new basketball court. The committee also introduced three new ordinances regarding salt storage, stormwater management, and tree removal to comply with state mandates.

• Awarded Amsterdam Drive Phase III Resurfacing contract to Stilo Paving & Excavating ($466,523.62)
• Awarded Village Green Park basketball court installation to Protective Paving, LLC ($58,440)
• Approved shared services agreement with Township of Alexandria for CFO and Purchasing Agent services
• Approved $10,800 purchase of Windstorm 37HP Blower for Parks Department
• Approved $7,673.60 purchase of 9ft Pro Plus Snowplow for DPW
• Approved $9,689.78 for Police Department vehicle #620 repairs
• Ratified hiring of Kylie Delacruz as Police Records Clerk ($38,000 annual salary)
• Introduced Ordinances 2024-14, 2024-15, and 2024-16 regarding salt storage, stormwater, and tree removal

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee met Nov. 7, 2024 and approved its Sept. 5, 2024 minutes. In closed session it discussed possible land acquisition, where Planning Director David Kois said a subcommittee is needed to vet a list of properties and noted the township's open space plan dates to 1997. Members reviewed a color-coded spreadsheet of properties to investigate, and Louise Wilkins volunteered to research some of them. No acquisition, purchase, or funding decision was recorded.

• Approved Sept. 5, 2024 minutes (all voted favorably)
• Entered closed session to discuss possible land acquisition
• Agreed a subcommittee is needed to vet a list of properties (no members formally appointed)
• Louise Wilkins volunteered to investigate some properties
• Adjourned at about 7:05 p.m. (all voted favorably)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a continued application by Homestead Road, LLC to consolidate and subdivide two lots at 203 and 189 Homestead Road, demolish existing structures, and construct two warehouse/office buildings. The board will also consider minutes from October 10, 2024, and a resolution for Morton Street Realty Co. The meeting is part of the board's regular schedule, with formal action possible.

• Public hearing on Homestead Road, LLC (File 21-PB-25-MS/MSP(V)) for two warehouse/office buildings at 203 and 189 Homestead Road
• Consideration of resolution for Morton Street Realty Co., File 23-PB-11-SV
• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2024
• Application continued from September 12, 2024, with multiple objectors including The Watershed Institute and local groups

The Planning Board approved its October 10, 2024 minutes and a resolution for Morton Street Realty Co. (File 23-PB-11-SV). The public hearing on Homestead Road, LLC's application to consolidate two lots and build two warehouse/office buildings continued with objector testimony; the board carried the application to December 12, 2024, without further notice, with an expert report due by 3:00 pm on November 25, 2024, and the time of decision extended to December 31, 2024. No final decision was made on the warehouse application.

• Approved October 10, 2024 regular/business meeting minutes as written (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Morton Street Realty Co., File 23-PB-11-SV (6-0)
• Carried Homestead Road, LLC warehouse application (File 21-PB-25-MS/MSP(V)) to December 12, 2024, without further notice; expert report due November 25, 2024; TOD extended to December 31, 2024 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:02 pm (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will meet on November 6, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Courtroom. The board will consider minutes from prior meetings, resolutions, and two public hearings for zoning variances. No formal decisions are listed beyond the scheduled hearings.

• Christopher and Jamie Nardo – BA-24-04: Two bulk variances for impervious coverage and side-yard setback at 15 Old Somerville Road
• Harvestate Group, LLC – BA-23-11: Consolidation of two lots, site plan approval, and variances for a 678-unit self-storage facility on Route 206

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for Christopher and Jamie Nardo to keep impervious coverage at 19.3% (above the 15% limit) and a shed in a nonconforming setback, conditioned on installing a drywell and filing an easement. The Board also continued the Harvestate Group self-storage application hearing to January 15, 2025, without a decision. Meeting minutes from September 18 and October 2, 2024, were approved.

• Approved Nardo variance (BA-24-09) with drywell condition and shed setback variance (7-0)
• Continued Harvestate Group self-storage hearing (BA-23-11) to January 15, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved September 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 2, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting on November 4, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, and public comment, but no applications or specific business items are listed. The meeting is procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions scheduled.

• No applications on the agenda
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for December 16, 2024

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is meeting to review two development applications: a proposal for restaurants and townhouses at Phoenix Carriage Farm and an amended site plan for a mixed-use development on Route 206. The commission will also consider minutes, old business, and other routine matters.

• Phoenix Carriage Farm, LLC – BA-24-07 – 2 Clerico Lane: four walk-up restaurants in cargo containers, 46 townhouse apartments, amphitheater, and stage
• Hillsborough 206 Holdings, LLC – 18-PB-07-MSPV – 871 Route 206 North: amended plan to replace two retail buildings with two residential buildings (24 units, 6 affordable)
• Both applications are under review; no formal action is listed on the agenda

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission is meeting on October 24, 2024, to consider three pre-applications for favorable recommendations: an addition to a house on Amwell Road, a metal shed for book donations at Neshanic Reformed Church, and a large mixed-use development by Phoenix Carriage Farm. The commission will also review the Historic Preservation Plan Element of the Master Plan and accept a board member's resignation. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no final decisions expected on the applications.

• Pre-application: Thomas and Susan Laine – addition to rear of house at 839 Amwell Road (Block 5, Lot 37.02), in Proposed Amwell-Clover Hill Historic District
• Pre-application: New Legacy Books, LLC – 5x5x6 ft. metal shed for book donations at Neshanic Reformed Church, 715 Amwell Road (Block 11, Lot 16), in Neshanic Historic District
• Pre-application: Phoenix Carriage Farm, LLC – four walk-up restaurants in cargo containers, 46 townhouse apartments, amphitheater at 2 Clerico Lane (Block 200.10, Lot 4), in Proposed Clerico Lane Historic District
• Commission review of Historic Preservation Plan Element of the Master Plan
• Resignation of board member Christopher Smith (Alt. #1)

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee convened its October 21, 2024 meeting at the Peter J. Biondi Building. The agenda was procedural only, with no applications, ordinances, or decisions listed. The meeting followed standard opening and closing procedures under the Open Public Meetings Act.

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee met on October 15, 2024, to approve routine resolutions, contracts, and purchases. The meeting included approval of minutes, proclamations, and presentations, followed by a series of resolutions covering licensing, contracts, and personnel decisions.

• Issuance of carnival licenses for Christmas Craft Market at Clerico Lane and Hillsborough Junior Raiders food truck fundraiser
• Award of Auten Road Phase I paving contract to Top Line Construction Corporation
• Purchase of four Dodge Durango police vehicles via New Jersey State Contract ($$$)
• Award of professional services contract to Whitestone Associates for NJDEP reporting at 21 East Mountain Road
• Upfitting of four police vehicles and purchase of dual-band radio system for new police vehicle

The Township Committee unanimously approved a 26-item consent agenda, including a $550,238.36 contract to Top Line Construction for Auten Road Phase I paving and $179,020 for four Dodge Durango police vehicles. It also approved $77,688.18 to upfit four police vehicles, a $43,400 leaf-vacuuming contract, and several building repairs. No ordinances were introduced and no public hearings were held.

• Approved consent agenda of 26 resolutions (unanimous)
• Awarded $550,238.36 Auten Road Phase I paving contract to Top Line Construction
• Approved $179,020 purchase of four Dodge Durango police vehicles
• Approved $77,688.18 upfitting of four police vehicles by Elite Vehicle Solutions
• Awarded $43,400 leaf-vacuuming contract to Yager Lawn Maintenance
• Approved $22,500 contract to Whitestone Associates for groundwater contamination analysis at 21 East Mountain Road
• Approved $16,200 DPW roof replacement to M.F.A., LLC
• Approved 9-24-2024 regular meeting minutes (Ciccarelli abstained)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public meeting on October 10, 2024, to consider resolutions, hear public hearings on applications, and discuss planning business. The agenda includes two solar array site plan applications and a subdivision request, though one application has been adjourned to December. The meeting is open to the public, and formal action may be taken.

• TEEVEE, LLC – File 23-PB-02-SV – Consolidation and subdivision of two lots at Valley Road & 183 Valley Road into three SFD lots (adjourned to Dec 05, 2024)
• Evergreen Energy, LLC – File 24-PB-05-SP – Minor Site Plan for ground-mounted solar array at 39 East Mountain Road
• RB Manufacturing LLC – File 24-PB-08-SP(V) – Minor Site Plan for ground-mounted solar array at 799 Route 206
• Resolution: Homestead 279 LLC (Redcom) – File 22-PB-05-S/MSPV
• Announcement of Master Plan Informational Session (10-30-24)

The Planning Board approved two ground-mounted solar array applications: Evergreen Energy's array at 39 East Mountain Road and RB Manufacturing's array at 799 Route 206. The Board also memorialized its denial of the Homestead 279 LLC (Redcom) warehouse application. The October 24, 2024 meeting was cancelled.

• Approved September 5, 2024 meeting minutes as written (7-0)
• Approved September 12, 2024 meeting minutes as written (5-0)
• Denied Homestead 279 LLC (Redcom) warehouse application, File 22-PB-05-S/MSPV (5-0)
• Approved Evergreen Energy LLC minor site plan for ground-mounted solar array at 39 East Mountain Road (9-0)
• Approved RB Manufacturing LLC minor site plan for ground-mounted solar array at 799 Route 206 (9-0)
• Cancelled October 24, 2024 Planning Board meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two applications: a Chick-fil-A restaurant with drive-throughs at 296 Route 206, and a residential variance request for a three-season room and deck at 6 Gulick Court. The board will also consider meeting minutes and resolutions, and may enter closed session.

• Chick-fil-A seeks 'c' bulk and 'd' use variances for a 6,100-sf restaurant with dual drive-through lanes at 296 Route 206 (Exxon station site)
• Philip & Preya Gopaul seek 'c' variances for impervious coverage (29% proposed vs 25% allowed) and setbacks for a 16'x19' three-season room, 16'x18'8" deck, and existing sheds at 6 Gulick Court
• Public hearing on applications BA-24-06 and BA-24-05 (carried from September 18, 2024)
• Meeting minutes and resolutions to be considered
• Possible executive/closed session

The Hillsborough Board of Adjustment approved a variance application for a home addition at 6 Gulick Court with conditions for stormwater management. The board also held a public hearing on a proposal to construct a Chick-fil-A restaurant at 296 Route 206, carrying the application to a future meeting.

• Approved 'c' variances for impervious coverage, a three-season room, a deck, and two sheds at 6 Gulick Court with the condition of adding a rain garden or dry well (8-0)
• Carried the Chick-fil-A application (BA-24-05) to the December 4, 2024 meeting without further notice, with time of decision extended to December 31, 2024

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee will review two sign-related waiver requests at its September 30 meeting. The committee will also adopt minutes from its January reorganization and regular meetings.

• Hillsborough Business Center Association seeks waivers for monument sign replacement at 15 Ilene Court in LI zone
• Hillsborough Heights LLC requests sign relocation and size increase at 668 Route 206 South in GA/Gateway A zone

The Hillsborough Sign Review Committee approved two sign applications. The first allows the Hillsborough Business Center Association to replace a monument sign with a new free-standing sign, including waivers for development name, lettering size, and company spacing. The second allows Hillsborough Heights LLC to relocate a previously approved free-standing sign 7 feet back and remove the stone veneer. Both approvals were unanimous.

• Approved SRC-24-03: sign waiver for Hillsborough Business Center Association (unanimous)
• Approved SRC-24-04: sign relocation for Hillsborough Heights LLC (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board's September 26, 2024 public business meeting has been canceled. The agenda lists standard procedural items such as roll call, minutes, resolutions, and ordinances, but the meeting will not take place. The next scheduled meeting is October 10, 2024.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: October 10, 2024

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on September 24, 2024, to consider a consent agenda that includes a settlement agreement with Larken Entities over warehouse ordinance litigation, several contracts for park path rehabilitation and equipment purchases, and property tax reimbursements for a disabled veteran. The meeting also includes proclamations for awareness months and a public comment period.

• Settlement agreement with Larken Entities regarding warehouse ordinance litigation
• Contract award to R.M. Brown, LLC for walking path rehabilitation at Woodfield Park and ADA parking spot at Ann Van Middlesworth Park
• Contract award to Cuneo Paving for walking path rehabilitation at Rohill Park
• Purchase of mobile columns (18,000 lb capacity) for Public Works from Rotary Lift via HGAC Cooperative Contract #FL03-21
• Refund of recreation program fees and property tax reimbursement for a 100% disabled veteran

The Township Committee unanimously approved a consent agenda that included a settlement agreement with the Larken Entities to resolve litigation over the warehouse ordinance, allowing small-scale logistics facilities as a principal permitted use in the LI Light Industrial District. The committee also awarded contracts for park path rehabilitation, purchased equipment, and approved a new short-term disability insurance policy with annual savings. No public hearings or new ordinances were held.

• Approved settlement agreement with Larken Entities to permit small-scale logistics in LI district (unanimous)
• Awarded $10,100 contract to R.M. Brown for Woodfield Park path and ADA spot (unanimous)
• Awarded $9,800 contract to Cuneo Paving for Rohill Park path (unanimous)
• Approved $29,724.68 purchase of mobile columns from Rotary Lift (unanimous)
• Approved $17,845.23 for Johnston Street Sweeper repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $11,535 extension of crack sealing machine rental (unanimous)
• Approved short-term disability contract with The Standard Insurance Company, saving $24,028 (unanimous)
• Approved Claims List 24-13 (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission will review two development applications: a self-storage facility on Route 206 and a residential subdivision on Valley Road. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

• Harvestate Group, LLC - BA-23-11 - Block 180.01, Lots 44 & 45 - 105,663 SF self-storage facility with drive-thru, 678 units, 850 SF office, on Route 206
• TEEVEE, LLC - 23-PB-02-MSV - Block 143, Lots 24.01 & 25 - 5.483-acre subdivision into three single-family lots on Valley Road
• Natural Resources Inventory (NRI) - old business reference

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission is holding its regular September 19, 2024 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, including roll call, approval of August minutes, and committee reports. The only substantive new business is a status update on the Historic Preservation Plan Element (HPPE) and the Master Plan, plus appointment of a subcommittee.

• Status update on the Historic Preservation Plan Element (HPPE) and the Master Plan
• Appointment of a subcommittee
• Approval of August 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance applications: one to reconstruct a barn at 1296 Orchard Drive and another to build a Chick-fil-A restaurant at 296 Route 206. The board will also consider minutes from July 17, 2024, and a resolution for Geoffrey and Kathleen Schwint (BA-24-02).

• Heather Marso (BA-24-09): 'c' variances for side and rear yard setbacks to rebuild barn at 1296 Orchard Drive, CR Zone and South Branch Historic District
• Chick-Fil-A (BA-24-05): 'c' bulk and 'd' use variances for 6,100 sq ft restaurant with dual drive-throughs at 296 Route 206, current Exxon station, OLC Zone
• Phoenix Carriage Farm (BA-24-07): application scheduling, TOD 12/27/24
• Resolution for Geoffrey and Kathleen Schwint (BA-24-02)
• Minutes of July 17, 2024 meeting

The Board of Adjustment approved Heather Marso's application for 'c' variances to reconstruct a barn at 1296 Orchard Drive, with conditions including a three-foot setback and engineer-approved grading. The Chick-Fil-A application for a new restaurant at 296 Route 206 was carried to October 2, 2024, without re-notice, as the hearing ran long. The board also approved the July 17, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved July 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved BA-24-02 for Geoffrey and Kathleen Schwint (unanimous)
• Approved Heather Marso's barn reconstruction with variances (6-0), with conditions on setback, downspouts, and grading
• Carried Chick-Fil-A application BA-24-05 to October 2, 2024, without re-notice (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding a regular meeting on September 12, 2024, with public hearings on three major site plan applications, all involving industrial/warehouse development. The board will also consider meeting minutes, resolutions, and other business. One application is for an 80,000-square-foot industrial building at 303 Amwell Road, another for a second 132,750-square-foot warehouse at 279 Homestead Road, and a third to consolidate and subdivide lots for two warehouse/office buildings on Homestead Road.

• 303 Amwell Road: 80,000 sq ft industrial building, 'c' bulk variance, design waivers (File 21-PB-17-MSP(V))
• 279 Homestead Road: second 132,750 sq ft warehouse, 'c' bulk variances (File 22-PB-05-S/MSPV)
• Homestead Road, LLC: consolidate two lots, subdivide into two, demolish structures, build two warehouse/office buildings (File 21-PB-25-MS/MSP(V))
• 1170 Millstone LLC: extension of time through December 31, 2024 (File 22-PB-09-MSPV)
• Public hearings include objectors from The Watershed Institute, Local Citizens Against Traffic, and Stop Warehouses and Trucks

The Planning Board denied the application by Homestead 279 LLC for a second warehouse building at 279 Homestead Road after the applicant requested an adjournment to explore alternative uses. The board voted 5-0 to deny the extension request and then 5-0 to deny the application as submitted. Other actions included approving an extension for 1170 Millstone LLC and carrying the Homestead Road LLC application to November 7, 2024.

• Denied Homestead 279 LLC application for 132,750 SF warehouse at 279 Homestead Road (5-0)
• Denied Homestead 279 LLC request for extension to April 2025 (5-0)
• Approved extension for 1170 Millstone LLC through December 31, 2024 (6-0)
• Carried Homestead Road LLC application to November 7, 2024 (6-0)
• Adjourned 303 Amwell Road application to December 12, 2024 (6-0)
• Cancelled September 26, 2024 business meeting (8-0)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on September 10, 2024. The agenda includes a consent agenda with numerous resolutions covering hiring, liquor licenses, contracts, and grants, as well as an executive session on warehouse ordinance litigation. Public hearings and new ordinances are listed but no specific items are detailed.

• Resolution to renew township liquor licenses for 2024-2025 and issue new licenses to Hillsborough Liquor Store, LLC and Hillsborough RB, LLC
• Contract award to Stilo Paving and Excavating for Amsterdam Drive Phase III resurfacing
• Contract for pickleball courts at Docherty Park not to exceed $96,904.00
• Resolution authorizing metal fabrication renovations for police holding cells
• Executive session on Warehouse Ordinance Litigation - Larken

The Township Committee approved a consent agenda including a $466,703.62 contract for Amsterdam Drive Phase III resurfacing, new liquor licenses for Hillsborough Liquor Store and Hillsborough RB, and a $96,904 contract for pickleball courts at Docherty Park. They also approved the July 16 and August 13 meeting minutes, with one member voting no on the July minutes. No public hearings or new ordinances were held.

• Approved $466,703.62 contract to Stilo Paving & Excavating for Amsterdam Drive Phase III resurfacing
• Approved $96,904 contract to Clarke Moynihan Landscaping & Construction for pickleball courts at Docherty Park
• Authorized new liquor licenses to Hillsborough Liquor Store, LLC and Hillsborough RB, LLC
• Approved hiring Gretchen Marcinek as Clerk to CFO/Tax Collector at $38,000
• Approved $45,150 Safe and Secure Communities grant acceptance
• Approved July 16, 2024 minutes (Hand voted no)
• Approved August 13, 2024 minutes (Britting abstained)
• Approved Claims List 24-12

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee met and discussed properties that could be considered for open space, including the Heartland property (approx. 6 acres with a tax lien) and the Onka Property. They noted that about 24 properties need investigation and that affordable housing numbers are expected later this year. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned.

• Discussed potential open space properties, including Heartland (6 acres, tax lien) and Onka Property
• Noted about 24 properties need investigation for open space consideration
• Adjourned meeting (all members voted favorably)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold public hearings on two applications: a minor subdivision of 3.528 acres on Camplain Road and a major site plan for a 130,418 sq ft warehouse on Weston Road. The board will also consider minutes from prior meetings and a revised resolution for the Sherman Tract Phase II. Formal action may be taken.

• Morton Street Realty Co. – minor subdivision, 2320 Camplain Road, 3.528 acres into two lots, I-1 Light Industrial District
• Weston RD, LLC – 130,418 sq ft warehouse, Weston Road, I-1 district and Airport Hazard Zone Overlay, continued from June 06, 2024
• Sherman Tract Phase II (M&M Camplain Road LLC) – revised resolution, File 23-PB-18-MSP
• Consideration of minutes from May 09, June 06, June 13, July 11, and August 01, 2024

The Planning Board approved the revised resolution for the Sherman Tract Phase II (M&M Camplain Road LLC) and granted minor subdivision approval for Morton Street Realty Co. at 2320 Camplain Road. The board also continued the Weston RD, LLC warehouse application to November 14, 2024, extending the time of decision to November 15, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Approved Sherman Tract Phase II revised resolution (8-0)
• Approved Morton Street Realty Co. minor subdivision with variances and waivers (8-0)
• Continued Weston RD, LLC warehouse application to November 14, 2024, with time of decision extended to November 15, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved minutes for May 9, June 6, June 13, July 11, and August 1 meetings

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment is holding a public meeting on September 4, 2024. The main item is a public hearing for a variance application to build a single-family home on a vacant lot. The board will also consider meeting minutes and a resolution. The meeting is open to the public.

• Public hearing: Yasir Farooq and Saba Yasir Farooq (BA-23-26) request three 'c' bulk variances for a new single-family home at Block 40, Lot 8, corner of Clawson Ave and Sixth Street, including waiver of minimum lot size (0.53 acres vs 2 acres required), front yard setback (35.35 ft vs 40 ft), and minimum lot width (110 ft vs 120 ft).
• Consideration of resolutions: Geoffrey and Kathleen Schwint (BA-24-02).
• Consideration of meeting minutes from July 17, 2024.
• Business from the floor for matters not on the agenda.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission will meet on August 15, 2024, to consider meeting minutes from June 20, 2024, and review a pre-application for demolition of a two-story accessory structure at 1296 Orchard Drive. The property is located within the South Branch Historic District and the Central Residential Zoning District.

• Pre-application for demolition of two-story barn/carriage house at 1296 Orchard Drive
• Property located in South Branch Historic District and CR zoning district
• Applicants also filed Board of Adjustment application BA-24-09 for bulk variances

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on August 13, 2024, to consider a consent agenda with 44 resolutions, including hiring, contracts, grants, and equipment purchases. They will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance to spend $185,000 on municipal building thermostats. The meeting includes proclamations for AARP Age Friendly Network and Overdose Awareness Day.

• Resolution awarding contract to Pave Rite, Inc. for Brown Avenue Extension Project
• Resolution awarding contract to Stilo Paving & Excavating for 2024 Capital Roadway Paving Project
• Resolution amending liquor license to Hillsborough Liquor Store, LLC
• Resolution authorizing Planning Board investigation for Sunnymead Road redevelopment
• Public hearing on ordinance appropriating $185,000 for municipal building thermostats

The Township Committee unanimously approved a consent agenda including a $2.2M contract to Stilo Paving for the 2024 Capital Roadway Paving Project and a $1.73M contract to Pave Rite for the Brown Avenue Extension. They also approved a $250,000 asphalt preservation contract, accepted $1.9M in NJDOT grants, and adopted an ordinance appropriating $185,000 for municipal building thermostats. All actions were approved unanimously, with one abstention on a redevelopment investigation resolution.

• Awarded $2,201,630.68 road paving contract to Stilo Paving (unanimous)
• Awarded $1,731,020.76 Brown Avenue Extension contract to Pave Rite (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 asphalt preservation contract with Asphalt Paving Systems (unanimous)
• Accepted $1.5M and $403,087 NJDOT grants for Brown Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-13 appropriating $185,000 for municipal building thermostats (unanimous)
• Authorized Planning Board investigation of Sunnymead Road property for redevelopment (unanimous, Ciccarelli abstained)
• Approved liquor license transfer to Hillsborough Liquor Store, LLC for $452,500 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of multiple employees and salary increase (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution regarding the Sherman Tract Phase II application by M&M Camplain Road LLC (File 23-PB-18-MSP). The agenda includes public comment and the resolution consideration, with formal action expected. No other substantive items are listed.

• Consideration of resolution for Sherman Tract Phase II (M&M Camplain Road LLC), File 23-PB-18-MSP
• Public business from the floor for matters not on the agenda

The Planning Board held a special meeting and adopted a resolution for the Sherman Tract Phase II (M&M Camplain Road LLC), File 23-PB-18-MSP. The resolution was approved unanimously by the seven members present. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Adopted Sherman Tract Phase II resolution (7-0)

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting on July 29, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, consideration of minutes (none listed), committee business, and public comment. No specific applications or action items are listed on this agenda.

• No applications listed for review
• No meeting minutes to consider
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for September 30, 2024 (no August meeting)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board's July 25, 2024 business meeting has been canceled. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no substantive items listed for discussion or decision.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: August 1, 2024 special meeting at 7:00 p.m.

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission's July 22, 2024 public meeting has been canceled. The agenda lists standard procedural items (roll call, minutes, public comment) but states the meeting is canceled. The next scheduled meeting is September 23, 2024.

• July 22, 2024 meeting canceled
• Next meeting: September 23, 2024
• No August meeting scheduled
• Standard agenda items listed but not acted upon

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission's July 18, 2024 meeting has been canceled. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no applications, old business, or new business listed for discussion.

• Meeting canceled for July 18, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for September 19, 2024
• No applications or business items on the agenda

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting on July 17, 2024, to consider resolutions for several prior applications and hear public hearings on two variance requests. The Chick-fil-A application has been adjourned to September 18, 2024, at the applicant's request. The Schwint application for a swimming pool variance was carried from the June 5 meeting.

• Chick-fil-A (BA-24-05): bulk and use variances for a 6,100 sq ft restaurant with dual drive-through lanes at 296 Route 206, adjourned to Sept 18
• Geoffrey and Kathleen Schwint (BA-24-02): two bulk variances for an in-ground pool at 25 Fine Road, carried from June 5
• Resolutions: Patel (BA-23-19), Cyzner (BA-21-20), PSE&G (BA-23-22), Hillsborough Crossings (BA-23-25), Germana (BA-24-03)
• Meeting minutes for June 5, 2024 to be considered

The Board of Adjustment approved the June 5, 2024 meeting minutes and five resolutions, including applications by Patel, Cyzner, PSE&G, Hillsborough Crossing, and Germana. The board also approved a variance request for a swimming pool at 25 Fine Road. The Chick-fil-A application was adjourned to a future date.

• Approved June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Bina and Brijesh Patel (BA-23-19) (6-0)
• Approved resolution for Irv Cyzner (BA-21-20 2024 Extension) (5-0)
• Approved amended resolution for PSE&G Gas M&R Station (BA-23-22) (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Hillsborough Crossing, LLC (BA-23-25) (6-0)
• Approved resolution for Anthony and Lisa Germana (BA-24-03) (5-0)
• Approved variances for Geoffrey and Kathleen Schwint (BA-24-02) for swimming pool (7-0)
• Adjourned Chick-fil-A application (BA-24-05) to September 18, 2024

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee will hold its regular meeting on July 16, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes a public hearing on a $1.63 million capital improvements ordinance, introduction of a $185,000 thermostat ordinance, and a consent agenda with numerous resolutions covering hiring, grants, contracts, and purchases. Notable items include a $632,279.90 road repaving contract, purchase of Flock Safety license plate reader cameras for police, and several budget insertions for state and county grants.

• Public hearing on ordinance 2024-12 appropriating $1,631,221 for capital improvements
• Introduction of ordinance 2024-13 appropriating $185,000 for municipal building thermostats
• Award contract for 2024 Capital Roadway Repaving to DeSantis Construction, Inc. (not to exceed $632,279.90)
• Authorize purchase of Flock Safety automated license plate reader cameras for police
• Authorize soliciting bids for Pickle Ball Court Project

The Township Committee unanimously adopted Ordinance 2024-12, appropriating $1,631,221 from the Capital Improvement Fund for various projects including road paving, park improvements, police vehicles, and a jail cell renovation. The committee also approved a consent agenda with 44 resolutions covering hirings, contracts, grants, and a $92,400 purchase of Flock Safety license plate reader cameras. A new ordinance to spend $185,000 on municipal building thermostats was introduced for a future public hearing.

• Adopted Ordinance 2024-12 appropriating $1,631,221 for capital improvements (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions 1-16 and 20-45 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda resolution 17 (escrow releases) with Deputy Mayor Ciccarelli abstaining
• Awarded $632,279.90 road repaving contract to DeSantis Construction
• Authorized $92,400 purchase of 20 Flock Safety ALPR cameras with $82,000 annual subscription
• Awarded two-year custodial services contract to VG Cleaners LLC for $274,800
• Introduced Ordinance 2024-13 for $185,000 municipal building thermostats
• Approved Claims List 24-10

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the continued application by Homestead Road, LLC to consolidate and subdivide two lots at 203 and 189 Homestead Road, demolish existing structures, and build two warehouse/office buildings. The board will also consider resolutions on several development applications and make recommendations on three proposed ordinances. The meeting includes approval of minutes and a master plan status update.

• Public hearing: Homestead Road, LLC – File 21-PB-25-MS/MSP(V) – two warehouse/office buildings at 203 and 189 Homestead Road
• Resolution: SAI Middlesex Farms LP – File 22-PB-15-MSP
• Resolution: Specialty Assays Inc. – File 23-PB-16-SPV
• Resolution: G&J Steel and Tubing, Inc. – File 24-PB-01-MSPV
• Recommendation of Ordinance 2024-07 (Revised MUID-1), 2024-08 (Green Development Checklist), 2024-09 (EVSE and Make-Ready Parking Spaces)

The Hillsborough Planning Board approved all nine resolutions on the agenda, including site plan approvals for SAI Middlesex Farms, Specialty Assays, G&J Steel and Tubing, and the Somerset County Multi-Use Facility, as well as recommendations for three ordinances. The board also carried the Homestead Road warehouse application to September 12, 2024, after a lengthy public hearing, and cancelled the July 25 business meeting.

• Approved SAI Middlesex Farms LP resolution (File 22-PB-15-MSP) (8-0)
• Approved Specialty Assays Inc. resolution (File 23-PB-16-SPV) (6-0)
• Approved G&J Steel and Tubing, Inc. resolution (File 24-PB-01-MSPV) (5-0)
• Approved Somerset County Multi-Use Facility resolution (File 24-PB-02-INF) (5-0)
• Approved Campus Associates LLC extension (File 20-PB-13-MSPV) (2-0)
• Approved Toll Bros., Inc. extension (File 21-PB-10-S/MS/SP) (3-0)
• Approved recommendation of Ordinance 2024-07 (Revised MUID-1) (6-0)
• Approved recommendation of Ordinance 2024-08 (Green Development Checklist) (6-0)

Planning Board

The scheduled public business meeting for the Hillsborough Township Planning Board on June 27, 2024, has been canceled. No specific items or business were listed for discussion due to the cancellation.

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission will meet to review the January 22, 2024, meeting minutes and discuss the Natural Resources Inventory. The commission will also review a site plan application for a new Chick-fil-A restaurant at 296 Route 206.

• Chick-fil-A site plan (File BA-24-05) at 296 Route 206
• Proposed 6,100 SF quick service restaurant with dual drive-thru lanes
• Review of Natural Resources Inventory (NRI)

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Sign Review Committee meeting contains no scheduled applications or committee business. The agenda consists of procedural items including roll call and the consideration of minutes.

• No applications listed

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on June 20, 2024, 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, but includes a pre-application review for a chicken coop at 751 Amwell Road within the Amwell Road Historic District.

• Pre-application review for 212 ft. by 20 ft. chicken coop at 751 Amwell Road (Block 8, Lot 18) in Agricultural Zoning District

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding two major site plan applications. The board will also consider resolutions and previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for SAI Middlesex Farms, LP to build two industrial buildings (18,000 SF and 12,375 SF) at 216 Route 206 South
• Public hearing for Sherman Tract - Phase II to construct 88 affordable townhome units on Camplain Road
• Consideration of resolutions for Petrock’s Liquors, Inc. (File 23-PB-19-MSPV)
• Review of meeting minutes from November 02, 2023, and March 14, 2024

The Hillsborough Planning Board approved two major site plans. SAI Middlesex Farms received approval to construct two industrial buildings (18,000 SF and 12,375 SF) at 216 Route 206 South, with conditions including a return for site plan review for daycare/restaurant uses. The Sherman Tract Phase II project, an 88-unit affordable townhome development on Camplain Road, was also approved with conditions, including a 24-hour emergency service instead of a superintendent. Both approvals were unanimous (9-0). The board also approved prior meeting minutes and cancelled the June 27 business meeting.

• Approved SAI Middlesex Farms site plan for two industrial buildings (9-0)
• Approved Sherman Tract Phase II 88-unit affordable townhome development (9-0)
• Approved November 2, 2023 executive session minutes (7-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023 regular meeting minutes (9-0)
• Cancelled June 27, 2024 business meeting (unanimous)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on June 11, 2024, to consider the 2024 municipal budget, including an ordinance to exceed budget limits and establish a cap bank. The agenda includes several public hearings on ordinances related to land use, electric vehicle infrastructure, and salary ranges, as well as a consent agenda with numerous resolutions for hiring, promotions, and contracts. The meeting also features presentations and proclamations for community members.

• Ordinance 2024-10 to exceed 2024 municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Resolution authorizing promotion of Lieutenant Scott McCarthy to Captain, Sergeant Christopher Engelhardt to Lieutenant, Corporal Christopher Peltack to Sergeant, and Corporal Rick Tichenor to Sergeant effective July 1, 2024
• Ordinance 2024-09 to amend land use code to authorize and encourage electric vehicle supply/service equipment (EVSE) and make-ready parking spaces
• Ordinance 2024-12 appropriating $1,631,221 for various capital improvements
• Resolution awarding two-year contract for custodial services to Quality Facility Solutions Corp

The Township Committee approved the 2024 municipal budget and an ordinance to establish a cap bank. The board also approved several land-use ordinances, including a green development checklist and electric vehicle charging standards. Additionally, the committee authorized multiple police promotions and new municipal hires.

• Adopted 2024 Municipal Budget
• Approved Ordinance 2024-10 to establish a budget cap bank
• Approved Ordinance 2024-06 granting wastewater service consent to NJ-American Water Company
• Approved Ordinance 2024-07 to replace retail space with residential units and a park at The Hillmont
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-08 requiring a Green Development Checklist for site plan applications
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-09 establishing standards for electric vehicle charging equipment
• Approved 2024-2025 Wildlife Management Plan for 21 public properties
• Awarded $225,405 custodial services contract to Quality Facility Solutions Corp

Open Space Advisory Committee

The committee met to discuss a potential open space acquisition at 2 Pershing Lane and reviewed municipal lien properties. No formal votes were taken on property acquisitions, though the committee expressed support for an ordinance to allow open space tax funds to be used for property improvements.

• Discussed potential acquisition of 2 Pershing Lane
• Agreed to review future list of municipal lien properties
• Supported ordinance to allow open space tax use for improvements
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will meet June 6 at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Courtroom to consider four development extension requests and new site plans. The board will also continue consideration of three ordinances related to land-use rules and electric-vehicle parking standards.

• Toll Bros. seeks one-year extension for Hamilton Road subdivision (Block 183, Lot 38.01 and Block 183.01, Lot 1)
• Campus Associates requests two-year extension for 96-unit apartment complex at 4 Campus Drive
• Specialty Assays proposes 4,869 SF research-facility expansion at 56 Old Camplain Road
• Weston RD seeks preliminary/final site plan for 130,418 SF warehouse at 1 Weston Road
• Three ordinances on mixed-use zoning, development guidelines, and EV-ready parking up for further consideration

The Hillsborough Planning Board approved a minor site plan for Specialty Assays, Inc. to build a 4,869 SF addition for research use, with conditions including a firewall review for future tenants. The board also approved one-year extensions for Toll Bros. and Campus Associates developments, and forwarded three ordinances to the Township Committee. The Weston Road warehouse application was continued to September 5, 2024.

• Approved Specialty Assays minor site plan for 4,869 SF addition (9-0)
• Approved one-year extension for Toll Bros. subdivision to June 2, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved one-year extension for Campus Associates apartments to July 1, 2026 with six-month updates (3-0)
• Forwarded Ordinance 2024-07 (Mixed-Use Inclusionary District-1) to Township Committee (8-0)
• Forwarded Ordinance 2024-08 (Green Development Checklist) to Township Committee (8-0)
• Forwarded Ordinance 2024-09 (EVSE parking) to Township Committee (8-0)
• Continued Weston Road warehouse application to September 5, 2024 (6-0)
• Carried Petrock's Liquors resolution to June 13, 2024 meeting

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four applications seeking bulk variances. These include requests for a swimming pool, a new single-family home, a sunroom addition, and an extension for a subdivision deed recording. The board will also consider meeting minutes and a resolution.

• Geoffrey and Kathleen Schwint - BA-24-02 - 25 Fine Road - two 'c' bulk variances for side/front yard waivers for in-ground pool
• Yasir Farooq and Saba Yasir Farooq - BA-23-26 - Clawson Ave & Sixth Street - three 'c' bulk variances for lot size, setback, width to build single-family home
• Anthony and Lisa Germana - BA-24-03 - 16 Biggs Lane - two 'c' bulk variances for front-yard setback and impervious coverage for 360-sf sunroom
• Irv Cyzner - BA-21-20 (2024 EXT) - Mill Lane/Amwell Road - one-year extension to record subdivision deed
• Consideration of resolution for Pankaj and Kirtikumari Amin - BA-24-01

The Board approved a one-year extension for a subdivision deed recording and granted bulk variances for a sunroom construction. Two other applications for a swimming pool and a new single-family home were adjourned for further review or redesign.

• Approved one-year extension to November 9, 2024, for subdivision deed recording at Block 11, Lots 44, 44.01 and 44.02 (9-0)
• Approved bulk variances for a 360-sf sunroom at 16 Biggs Lane, conditioned on no asphalt or pavement in the driveway (9-0)
• Adjourned swimming pool variance application for 25 Fine Road to July 17, 2024
• Adjourned new home variance application for Block 40, Lot 8 to September 4, 2024
• Approved resolution for Pankaj and Kirtikumari Amin – BA-21-01 (7-0)
• Approved April 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved May 1, 2024 meeting minutes

Township Committee

The Township Committee will consider several resolutions, including grant applications for Dukes Parkway West and the Vanderveer Harris House. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a new no-parking ordinance on Mountain View Road.

• Grant application for repaving Dukes Parkway West
• Grant application for Vanderveer Harris House historic preservation
• Contract award to Cedar Contracting Co., Inc. for Flemming Drive Phase 1 sidewalk replacement
• Public hearing for ordinance prohibiting parking on Mountain View Road
• Introduction of ordinance to amend salary ranges

The Township Committee adopted an ordinance prohibiting parking on Mountain View Road. The committee also approved several infrastructure contracts, including sidewalk replacements and debris removal, and introduced a new salary range ordinance.

• Adopted Ordinance 2024-05 prohibiting parking on Mountain View Road
• Awarded $189,020 contract to Cedar Contracting Co., Inc. for Flemming Drive Phase 1 sidewalk replacement
• Authorized $15,000 contract to Deer Carcass Removal Service for debris removal at Auten Road site
• Approved $15,000 rental of a Nifty Lift from Fusco's Rental World
• Authorized $13,216.40 for Police Department mobile routers and NetCloud plan renewal via PMC Associates
• Approved $6,893.90 for municipal building network cabling from Turn-Key Technologies
• Authorized $5,500 for Pennoni Associates for environmental site assessment follow-ups
• Introduced Ordinance 2024-11 to amend municipal salary ranges

Planning Board

The scheduled public business meeting for the Hillsborough Township Planning Board on May 23, 2024, has been canceled. No specific items or business are listed for discussion due to the cancellation.

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee held a public meeting on May 20, 2024, with no items listed for decision or discussion. The meeting followed standard procedural steps including roll call, flag salute, and announcement of meeting notice compliance.

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission's May 20, 2024 public meeting has been canceled. The agenda lists standard procedural items (roll call, minutes, public comment) but notes the meeting is canceled. The next scheduled meeting is June 24, 2024.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: June 24, 2024

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will discuss pre-applications for a wooden shed at 715 Amwell Road and window replacements at 1320 Orchard Drive. Members will also consider old business regarding a partial exterior demolition for a fire-damaged property.

• Pre-application: 8 ft. by 10 ft. wooden shed at 715 Amwell Road (Neshanic Historic District)
• Pre-application: Replacement of 22 wood windows with vinyl windows at 1320 Orchard Drive (South Branch Historic District)
• Old Business: Partial exterior demolition of fire-damaged property at Block 174, Lot 1

Township Committee

The Township Committee is introducing the 2024 municipal budget and several ordinances, including one to exceed budget appropriation limits. It will also consider four land-use ordinances covering wastewater service, mixed-use zoning, green development checklists, and electric vehicle parking. The meeting includes routine approvals, proclamations, and an executive session on litigation.

• Ordinance 2024-10 to exceed 2024 municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a CAP bank
• Ordinance 2024-07 amending Mixed-Use Inclusionary District-1 standards
• Ordinance 2024-09 authorizing electric vehicle supply/service equipment and make-ready parking spaces
• Resolution authorizing MOU with Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services for Arrive Together program
• Resolution promoting Michele DiBello to Assistant Supervisor of Public Works

The Township Committee introduced four ordinances, all unanimously approved for introduction with public hearings set for June 11, 2024: municipal consent for New Jersey-American Water to provide wastewater service to about 440 township customers, amendments to the Mixed-Use Inclusionary District-1 to allow 24 more residential units and reduce required retail space, a Green Development Checklist for site plan applications, and rules for electric vehicle charging and make-ready parking spaces. The committee also approved a consent agenda that included a Public Works promotion, a police operations assistant hire, municipal salary adjustments, an age-friendly design policy, an ARRIVE Together behavioral health pilot with Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services, a disabled veteran tax refund, and a YMCA 5K permit. Two budget resolutions and an ordinance to exceed the 2024 budget cap failed, with Committeewoman Hand saying she did not have enough time to examine the budget. The committee approved Claims List 24-07 and held an executive session on litigation, after which the attorneys said no further action was required.

• Introduced Ordinance 2024-06 granting municipal consent to New Jersey-American Water for wastewater service in a portion of the township (unanimous; hearing June 11, 2024)
• Introduced Ordinance 2024-07 amending the Mixed-Use Inclusionary District-1 to allow up to 199 residential units and reduce required commercial space (unanimous; hearing June 11, 2024)
• Introduced Ordinance 2024-08 adding a Green Development Checklist for subdivision and site plan applications (unanimous; hearing June 11, 2024)
• Introduced Ordinance 2024-09 authorizing electric vehicle supply equipment and make-ready parking space standards (unanimous; hearing June 11, 2024)
• Approved consent agenda including promotion of Michele DiBello to Assistant Supervisor of Public Works at $55,000 effective June 1, 2024, and hiring of Viktoria Maciaga as Police Operations Assistant at $50,000 effective July 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution creating a policy to incorporate age-friendly design into municipal plans (consent agenda, unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing a memorandum of understanding with Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services for the ARRIVE Together pilot program (consent agenda, unanimous)
• Failed: Ordinance 2024-10 to exceed the 2024 municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank, and two budget resolutions introducing the 2024 budget and authorizing self-examination (not unanimously approved)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold public hearings on several major development applications. These include industrial warehouse expansions, a new county multi-use facility, and a proposed 88-unit affordable townhome development.

• Homestead 279 LLC: Proposed 132,750 SF warehouse at 279 Homestead Road
• JMJ4 ABEEL LLC: Proposed 80,000 SF industrial building at 303 Amwell Road
• G&J Steel & Tubing, Inc.: Proposed 15,498 SF building addition at 301 Roycefield Road
• Somerset County Multi-Use Facility: Proposed 76,708 SF facility at 360 Roycefield Road
• Sherman Tract - Phase II: Proposed 88 affordable townhome units on Camplain Road

The Planning Board approved G&J Steel & Tubing's site plan for a 15,498 SF building addition at 301 Roycefield Road, with conditions including a cross-access easement and deed restriction. The board also granted extensions for several applications, including 1170 Millstone LLC, Homestead 279 LLC, and 303 Amwell Road, and continued the Sherman Tract Phase II residential application to June 13, 2024. A courtesy review of the Somerset County Multi-Use Facility was discussed, and the board authorized submitting comments to the county.

• Approved G&J Steel & Tubing site plan for 15,498 SF addition (8-0)
• Extended 1170 Millstone LLC application to September 13, 2024 (8-0)
• Adjourned Homestead 279 LLC to September 12, 2024, peremptory (5-0)
• Continued 303 Amwell Road to September 12, 2024 (5-0)
• Carried Sherman Tract Phase II to June 13, 2024 (8-0)
• Authorized submission of comments on Somerset County Multi-Use Facility (8-0)
• Cancelled May 23, 2024 business meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding a regular meeting on May 2, 2024, to consider a resolution for Toll Bros. Inc. and hold a public hearing on the Sherman Tract Phase II application for an 88-unit affordable townhome development on Camplain Road. The application has been adjourned twice and is being re-noticed for this meeting. The agenda also includes consideration of meeting minutes, ordinances, and business from the floor.

• Public hearing: Sherman Tract Phase II (M&M at Camplain Road LLC) - 88 affordable townhome units, Block 86, Lot 21.02, Camplain Road
• Resolution: Toll Bros. Inc. (RBG/Enclave) - File 21-PB-10-S/MS/SP (2024 Extension)
• Meeting minutes consideration
• Ordinances consideration
• Business from the floor for matters not on the agenda

The Hillsborough Planning Board voted unanimously to carry the Sherman Tract Phase II application (88 affordable townhome units) to May 9 and June 13, 2024, without further notice, and extended the time of decision to June 13. The board also approved a one-year extension for Toll Bros. Inc. (RBG/Enclave) File 21-PB-10-S/MS.SP. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comment and continued testimony on the Sherman Tract application.

• Approved Toll Bros. Inc. (RBG/Enclave) File 21-PB-10-S/MS.SP 2024 extension (unanimous)
• Carried Sherman Tract Phase II application to May 9 and June 13, 2024, without further notice (unanimous)
• Extended Time of Decision for Sherman Tract Phase II to June 13, 2024 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting on May 1, 2024, to consider three variance applications. One applicant (Schwint) has requested an adjournment to June 5 due to insufficient notice. The board will also consider minutes from March 6 and hear public comments.

• Geoffrey and Kathleen Schwint - BA-24-02 - 25 Fine Road - two 'c' bulk variances for side/front yard to build in-ground pool; adjournment requested
• Bina and Brijesh Patel - BA-23-19 - 14 Ivy Lane - two 'c' bulk variances for impervious coverage (16.2% existing, 17.1% proposed vs 15% permitted) and front yard setback (45.8 ft proposed vs 50 ft required); 305 SF addition
• Hillsborough Crossings, LLC - BA-23-25 - 692 Route 206 - 'd' use variance to increase approved one-bedroom units from 10 to 11 in Gateway A District

The Hillsborough Board of Adjustment approved two variance applications. The Patel application for a 305 sq ft addition at 14 Ivy Lane was approved with conditions to mitigate stormwater to the 15% impervious coverage limit. The Hillsborough Crossings application to add an 11th one-bedroom unit at 692 Route 206 was approved with a condition to designate a third affordable housing unit. The Schwint application for a pool at 25 Fine Road was adjourned due to insufficient notice.

• Approved Patel variance for 305 sq ft addition at 14 Ivy Lane, conditioned on stormwater mitigation to 15% impervious coverage (7-0)
• Approved Hillsborough Crossings use variance to add 11th one-bedroom unit at 692 Route 206, conditioned on adding a third affordable housing unit (7-0)
• Adjourned Schwint pool variance application to June 5, 2024, due to insufficient notice
• Approved March 6, 2024 meeting minutes as written (7-0)

Township Committee

The Committee will hold a public hearing on a bond ordinance to fund township-wide road improvements. The meeting also includes several resolutions regarding personnel hiring, liquor licenses, and emergency repairs.

• Public hearing for $9,000,000 bond ordinance for township-wide road improvements
• Emergency contract with Jen Electric to repair a traffic signal at Triangle Road and Farm Road
• Ordinance to prohibit parking on Mountain View Road
• Resolution to apply for FY25 Congressional Appropriations for a proposed Recreation Center
• Award of retail consumption and distribution liquor licenses

The Township Committee approved a consent agenda including the award of a plenary retail consumption liquor license to Hillsborough RB, LLC for $376,000 and a plenary retail distribution liquor license to Kumar Palaniyapillai for $452,500. They also adopted a bond ordinance appropriating $9,000,000 for township-wide road improvements, authorizing $8,550,000 in bonds. Several other resolutions were approved, including hiring two new employees, purchasing police uniforms and radios, and an emergency contract for traffic signal repair.

• Awarded plenary retail consumption liquor license to Hillsborough RB, LLC for $376,000
• Awarded plenary retail distribution liquor license to Kumar Palaniyapillai for $452,500
• Adopted bond ordinance 2024-04 appropriating $9,000,000 for road improvements, authorizing $8,550,000 in bonds
• Approved hiring Mary Topp as part-time Master Plan Assistant at $20/hour
• Approved hiring Christine Struzienski as Executive Assistant to Chief of Police at $62,731/year
• Authorized emergency contract with Jen Electric for traffic signal repair at Triangle Road and Farm Road for $20,854.13
• Approved purchase of police uniforms from Turn Out Uniforms for up to $8,742.40
• Approved purchase of handheld radios for police from Motorola Solutions for up to $13,746.00

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee met on April 29, 2024, for a regularly scheduled public meeting. The agenda was procedural, with no items requiring a decision or discussion beyond routine announcements and roll call. The meeting was duly advertised under the Open Public Meetings Act.

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board's April 25, 2024 business meeting has been canceled. The agenda is otherwise procedural, listing standard items such as roll call, minutes, resolutions, and ordinances, but no substantive actions are scheduled.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: May 02, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission is holding its regular April 2024 meeting. The agenda includes discussion of old business items such as historic zones, the Historic Preservation Plan Element, and a letter of support for a capital grant for the Van der Veer-Harris House restoration, plus new business regarding a property at 1246 Millstone River Road. The meeting is open to the public and formal action may be taken.

• New business: Block 183.05, Lot 11 (formerly Block 183.D, Lot 11) - 1246 Millstone River Road
• Old business: Historic Zones / Historic Preservation Commission - HT Code §188-109
• Old business: Historic Preservation Plan Element
• Old business: Letter of support for 2024 Capital Grant for continued restoration of Van der Veer-Harris House
• Old business: Assistant Township Planner's update on Van der Veer-Harris House restoration

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission will meet on April 15, 2024, to review applications, including a major site plan for SAI Middlesex Farms, LP. The meeting follows the adopted 2024 annual schedule and will be held in person at the Municipal Complex.

• SAI Middlesex Farms, LP - 22-PB-15-MSP - Block 142, Lot 34 - 216 Route 206 South: Preliminary and final major site plan approval sought for two new buildings (18,000 SF and 12,375 SF) in I-1, Light Industrial Zone

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will meet on April 11, 2024, to consider three significant development applications. The board will review site plans, variances, and waivers for industrial expansion, affordable housing, and warehouse/office construction. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is procedural with public hearings for the applications.

• G&J Steel & Tubing, Inc. seeks 15,498 SF building addition at 301 Roycefield Road (I-2 Zone)
• Sherman Tract Phase II proposes 88 affordable townhomes on Camplain Road (adjourned to May 2, 2024)
• Homestead Road, LLC plans two warehouse/office buildings at 203 and 189 Homestead Road (TECD Zone)

The Hillsborough Planning Board carried three applications to future meetings: the Sherman Tract Phase II affordable housing site plan to May 2, 2024, the G&J Steel & Tubing building addition to May 9, 2024, and the Homestead Road warehouse subdivision/site plan to July 11, 2024 with a possible September 12 date and a tolling extension to September 30, 2024. The Board also cancelled its April 25, 2024 business meeting. No applications were approved or denied at this meeting.

• Carried Sherman Tract Phase II (88 affordable townhomes, Camplain Road) to May 2, 2024 with notice (9-0)
• Carried G&J Steel & Tubing building addition (301 Roycefield Road) to May 9, 2024 without further notice (9-0)
• Extended Homestead Road warehouse application hearing to July 11, 2024, possibly September 12, with TOD extension to September 30, 2024 (6-0)
• Cancelled the April 25, 2024 Business Meeting (8-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will consider several resolutions regarding grants, personnel changes, and municipal services. A new bond ordinance for township-wide road improvements was introduced, with a public hearing scheduled for April 30, 2024.

• Bond Ordinance 2024-04 for $9,000,000 in township-wide road improvements
• Resolution authorizing Pennoni Engineering for Quiet Zone recertification services
• Resolution to solicit bids for custodial services from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026
• Resolution authorizing equipment installation for 4 Dodge Durangos and 1 Dodge Charger for the Police Department
• Resolution authorizing the application for a Farmland Preservation application

The Township Committee introduced a bond ordinance to fund road resurfacing and overlay programs. The committee also approved a series of administrative resolutions, including personnel changes and grant applications.

• Introduced Bond Ordinance 2024-04 for $9M in road improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $400,000 LEAP grant application for shared social services van with Montgomery Township
• Approved $12,800 Summer Youth Work Experience Program grant application
• Authorized $7,100 for Pennoni Engineering for Quiet Zone Re-certification
• Authorized $9,831.56 for police vehicle equipment installation via Nielsen (CDJR) of Morristown
• Approved carnival license for Ayed Awad at Awads Farm for June 2, 2024
• Opted out of the Emergency Building Inspection Program
• Extended Police Department Sergeant promotion eligibility list to January 24, 2025

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a warehouse construction project on Weston Road and a retroactive extension for a residential subdivision at 201 Hamilton Road. The Board will also consider resolutions and meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for Toll Bros., Inc. regarding a 2024 extension for a minor subdivision at 201 Hamilton Road
• Public hearing for Weston RD, LLC regarding a 130,418 square foot warehouse building on Weston Road
• Consideration of Coherent Corp. resolution (File 23-PB-15-SPV)
• Executive session regarding attorney-client privilege for Diamond Chip Realty v. Sparta Board

The Planning Board approved a retroactive extension for Toll Bros. to record a minor subdivision until July 9, 2024, with an update required on June 13, 2024. The board also carried the Weston RD warehouse application to June 6, 2024, extending the time of decision to June 30, 2024. Minutes from four prior meetings were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved extension of Toll Bros. minor subdivision recording deadline to July 9, 2024 (3-0)
• Carried Weston RD warehouse application to June 6, 2024, with time of decision extended to June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved July 13, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Coherent Corp resolution (6-0)

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Hillsboro, OH Open Space Advisory Committee will hold a closed session to discuss confidential land acquisition matters and review potential open space properties. The meeting includes procedural items like roll call, approval of minutes, and committee reports, but no substantive decisions are listed.

• Closed session to discuss confidential land acquisition matters
• Review of potential open space properties

The Hillsborough Township Open Space Advisory Committee met on April 3, 2025, but lacked a quorum, so no formal decisions were made. Members discussed a potential August ballot referendum on expanding open space trust fund uses, reviewed four potential property acquisition targets, and noted the GIS intern's upcoming departure. The Planning Office requested feedback on property evaluation criteria, and future mapping will include trails and easements.

• No formal decisions made due to lack of quorum

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting on April 3, 2024, to consider two applications: a bulk variance for a carport at 2 Valis Road and a use variance to increase approved one-bedroom units at 692 Route 206. The latter application will be adjourned to May 1 due to insufficient notice. The board will also consider minutes and resolutions.

• BA-24-01: Bulk variance for impervious coverage (11.9% proposed vs 10% permitted) for carport at 2 Valis Road
• BA-23-25: Use variance to increase one-bedroom units from 10 to 11 at 692 Route 206 (adjourned to May 1)
• Resolutions for PSE&G Gas M&R Station (BA-23-22) and Apple Montessori Schools (BA-23-24)
• Minutes of February 21, 2024 regular meeting

The Board approved resolutions for PSE&G and Apple Montessori Schools. They also approved a bulk variance for a carport at 2 Valis Road, contingent on a water mitigation plan. A variance request for Hillsborough Crossings was postponed to May 1 due to insufficient legal notice.

• Approved February 21 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved PSE&G resolution BA-23-22 (5-0)
• Approved Apple Montessori Schools resolution BA-23-24 (5-0)
• Approved Amin carport variance BA24-01 with water mitigation condition (7-0)
• Postponed Hillsborough Crossings variance BA-23-25 to May 1 for re-notice

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board's public business meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. has been canceled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items such as roll call, minutes, and resolutions, with no substantive business listed. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 04, 2024.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: April 04, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on March 26, 2024, with a public hearing on an ordinance to contribute $1,450,000 from the Open Space Trust Fund to Somerset County for purchasing about 402 acres. The committee will also introduce a $9,000,000 bond ordinance for road improvements, with a public hearing set for April 23. Several proclamations and consent resolutions are on the agenda, including appointments, fee refunds, and equipment purchases.

• Public hearing on ordinance authorizing $1,450,000 Open Space Trust Fund contribution for purchase of Block 165, Lots 1, 2, 3, 13 and Block 169, Lot 3 (402.23 acres)
• Introduction of bond ordinance for $9,000,000 in road improvements, issuing $8,550,000 in bonds
• Resolution granting permanent employee status to Patrick Diorio
• Resolution authorizing purchase of 35 replacement desktop computers and 9 battery backup devices from SHI International
• Resolution authorizing foreclosure on tax sale certificate for Block 153.20, Lot 1

The Township Committee adopted Ordinance 2024-03, appropriating $1,450,000 from the Open Space Trust Fund to help Somerset County buy about 402.23 acres for preservation. It also introduced a $9,000,000 bond ordinance for township-wide road resurfacing, with a public hearing set for April 23, 2024. The consent agenda, including a $70,000 salary for a plumbing inspector and several purchases, was approved unanimously. The committee held an executive session on the warehouse ordinance and pending litigation but took no further action.

• Adopted Ordinance 2024-03: $1,450,000 from Open Space Trust Fund for county purchase of ~402.23 acres (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2024-04: $9,000,000 road bond, $8,550,000 in bonds/notes; hearing April 23, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda unanimously, including permanent status for Patrick Diorio at $70,000 salary
• Authorized Rolling Thunder Ride for Freedom on May 26, 2024
• Authorized emergency temporary appropriations prior to 2024 budget adoption
• Authorized $12,819.34 mower repairs from Central Jersey Equipment
• Authorized $43,531.95 for 35 desktop computers and $16,361.64 for 9 battery backups from SHI International
• Authorized in rem tax foreclosure for Block 153.20, Lot 1

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is meeting to review a site plan application from G&J Steel & Tubing, Inc. for a building addition, and to conduct routine business such as approving minutes and receiving reports. The agenda includes a public comment period and a closed session may be held.

• G&J Steel & Tubing, Inc. - File 24-PB-01-MSPV - Block 143, Lot 1.01 - 301 Roycefield Road (Vincent’s Lane) - Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan Approval, 'c' bulk variances, waivers, 15,498 SF building addition in I-2 Light Industrial Zone
• Oath of office for James Vander Vliet (appointed 03-12-24 to Seat #3 from Seat #6)
• Consideration of meeting minutes
• Natural Resources Inventory (NRI) - for reference
• Business from the floor (for matters not on the agenda)

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee is holding its regularly scheduled March 2024 meeting. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, roll call, and adjournment, with no applications or committee business listed. No formal decisions or discussions are scheduled for this meeting.

• No applications listed for review
• No committee business items on agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for April 29, 2024 at 6:30 pm

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on March 21, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. in the Front Multi-Purpose Room of the Peter J. Biondi Municipal Building. This meeting is procedural with no new decisions, ordinances, or public hearings listed on the agenda.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding site plan approvals and extensions for commercial and mixed-use developments. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of James Vander Vliet to Seat #6.

• Specialty Assays, Inc. (56 Old Camplain Road): Proposed 4,869 SF addition for a research facility; applicant requested adjournment.
• Petrock’s Liquors, Inc. (419 Amwell Road): Proposed 480 SF addition for storage.
• CP East Brunswick, Inc. (420 and 430 Amwell Road): Request for three one-year extensions to allow for outside agency approvals for two 2-story mixed-use buildings.
• Oath of Office: James Vander Vliet (Class IV, Seat #6).

The Board approved a site plan for a storage addition at Petrock’s Liquors and granted a three-year extension for a mixed-use development at 420-430 Amwell Road. One application for a research facility addition was adjourned to June 6, 2024.

• Approved site plan for 480 SF storage addition at Petrock’s Liquors (9-0)
• Granted three one-year extensions through May 17, 2026, for mixed-use buildings at 420-430 Amwell Road (9-0)
• Adjourned Specialty Assays, Inc. application for research facility addition to June 6, 2024 (9-0)
• Cancelled the March 28, 2024, business meeting (9-0)
• Administered Oath of Office to new member James Vander Vliet

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding a regular meeting on March 12, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes approval of minutes, proclamations, mayoral appointments, a consent agenda with multiple resolutions, and public comment. No public hearings or new ordinances are scheduled.

• Appointment of James Vander Vliet to Environmental Commission and Planning Board
• Resolution to purchase cloud platform for email and file storage
• Resolution to sell surplus property via PropertyRoom.com
• Resolution to purchase and install replacement fountain at AVM Park
• Resolution to refund recreation program fees and tax overpayments

The Hillsborough Township Committee approved a consent agenda containing 11 resolutions, including the purchase of a cloud email platform and the designation of vendors for 2024 recreation programs. The committee also authorized the release of engineering escrow funds for completed construction projects and approved refunds for tax overpayments. No new ordinances were introduced and no public hearings were held.

• Approved purchase of cloud email/file storage from Resultant ($37,644/year for 3 years)
• Approved vendor designations for 2024 recreation programs and camps
• Approved contract to Tigris for AVM Park fountain replacement ($8,859.92)
• Authorized sale of surplus police property via PropertyRoom.com online auction
• Approved transfer of $4,063.44 from Planning/Board of Adjustment escrows to Treasurer
• Approved release of $3,481.79 cash escrow and $3,323.95 engineering fees for Hillsborough Village project
• Approved release of $19,237.54 engineering inspection fees to McDonald's
• Approved refunds for tax overpayments and recreation program fees

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee will review a Green Acres application and discuss the Somerset County acquisition. The meeting includes reports from the Township Committee and Ag Committee, and a closed session regarding confidential land acquisition matters.

• Green Acres Application review
• Somerset County Acquisition discussion
• Closed session regarding confidential Land Acquisition Matters

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold public hearings on two major development applications at its March 7 meeting. One proposal seeks approval for 88 affordable townhomes at the Sherman Tract, while another requests preliminary and final approval for two warehouse/office buildings on Homestead Road. The board will also consider routine business items, including a resignation and resolutions.

• Sherman Tract - Phase II: 88 affordable townhomes (File 23-PB-18-MSP), continued to April 11, 2024
• Homestead Road, LLC: Two warehouse/office buildings at 203 & 189 Homestead Road (File 21-PB-25-MS/MSP(V))
• Hillsborough Center, LLC: Resolution consideration (File 23-PB-14-SP)
• Resignation of Frank DelCore, Seat #7 (Class IV)
• 303 Amwell Road JMJ4 ABEEL, Inc.: Scheduling (File 21-PB-17-MSPV, TOD: 06-01-24)

The Planning Board approved a resolution for Hillsborough Center, LLC (File 23-PB-14-SP) unanimously. It scheduled a hearing for 303 Amwell Road (JMJ4 ABEEL, Inc.) on May 9, 2024, and adjourned the Sherman Tract application to April 11, 2024, with re-notice. The Homestead Road warehouse application was continued to April 11, 2024, with a Time of Decision of May 1, 2024.

• Approved Hillsborough Center, LLC resolution (unanimous)
• Scheduled 303 Amwell Road hearing for May 9, 2024 (unanimous)
• Adjourned Sherman Tract application to April 11, 2024, with re-notice (unanimous)
• Continued Homestead Road warehouse application to April 11, 2024, with Time of Decision May 1, 2024 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application by Apple Montessori Schools, LLC for a minor site plan, use variance, bulk variances, and waivers to build a 1,000 sq ft in-ground pool and addition to Building C at 302 South Branch Road. The board will also consider resolutions for three prior applications (BA-23-05, BA-23-20, BA-23-21). The meeting is open to the public, and formal action may be taken.

• Public hearing: Apple Montessori Schools, LLC (BA-23-24) – 1,000 sq ft pool, addition to Building C, parking/sidewalk/signage improvements, 302 South Branch Road, R zone
• Resolution: Marcin & Karolina Skoczylas (BA-23-05)
• Resolution: ADTI Housing Corp (BA-23-20)
• Resolution: Nilesh and Parul Bhatti (BA-23-21)
• Business from the floor for non-agenda matters

The Board of Adjustment approved three pending resolutions and granted a site plan approval for Apple Montessori Schools to add an infant room and a swimming pool. The school's application included several variances for use, bulk requirements, and waivers.

• Approved resolution for Marcin & Karolina Skoczylas (BA-23-05)
• Approved resolution for ADTI Housing Corp (BA-23-20)
• Approved resolution for Nilesh and Parul Bhatti (BA-23-21)
• Approved Apple Montessori Schools site plan for pool and building addition (7-0)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda of routine resolutions, including appointments, contracts, and grant applications. A notable item is the introduction of an ordinance authorizing a $1,450,000 contribution from the Open Space Trust Fund to assist Somerset County in purchasing a 402.23-acre property, with a public hearing scheduled for March 26, 2024.

• Ordinance 2024-3: $1,450,000 contribution to Somerset County for purchase of Block 165, Lots 1, 2, 3, 13 and Block 169, Lot 3 (402.23 acres)
• Resolution to replace roller hockey rink with pickleball courts at Docherty Park via grant proposal
• Resolution authorizing purchase of new mobile radios for police vehicles through state contract
• Resolution authorizing shared services agreement with Millstone Borough for health services
• Resolution authorizing emergency temporary appropriations prior to 2024 budget adoption

The Township Committee introduced an ordinance to contribute $1.45 million from the Open Space Trust Fund toward the County of Somerset's $6.75 million purchase of 402 acres for preservation. The committee also approved a consent agenda covering various municipal contracts, personnel appointments, and emergency budget appropriations. A public hearing for the open space ordinance is scheduled for March 26, 2024.

• Introduced ordinance for $1.45M open space contribution (5-0)
• Approved $17,845.16 final payment for 2023 Capital Paving Project
• Authorized $48,300 contract for Auten Road design plans
• Approved $11,844.50 purchase of police mobile radios
• Authorized $15,734.32 purchase of park picnic tables
• Appointed Bruce Radowitz and Angelo Vitale to Planning Board
• Approved $2,272 contract with Zufall Health Center
• Authorized public auction of three abandoned vehicles for March 20

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission is meeting to review two site plan applications: a 480-square-foot addition to Petrock's Liquors at 419 Amwell Road and an 88-unit affordable townhome development on Camplain Road. The commission will also consider its draft 2023 annual report and other routine business. Formal action may be taken.

• Petrock's Liquors expansion: 480 SF addition, Block 163.22, Lot 34.01, 419 Amwell Road
• Sherman Tract Phase II: 88 affordable townhome units, Block 86, Lot 21.02, Camplain Road
• Draft 2023 Environmental Commission Annual Report (revised)
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee’s February 26, 2024 meeting was canceled. The committee meets monthly at 6:30 p.m. in Conference Room A at the Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844, unless otherwise noted.

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board's February 22, 2024 business meeting has been canceled. The agenda is otherwise procedural, listing standard items such as roll call, minutes, resolutions, and public comment, but no substantive business is scheduled.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: March 07, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Board of Adjustment

The Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will meet on February 21, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Courtroom. The board will consider minutes from prior meetings, resolutions, and hear two public hearings for variance applications. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda beyond the continued hearing for BA-23-19.

• Bina and Brijesh Patel - BA-23-19 - Variance request for 14 Ivy Lane (16.2% impervious coverage, front yard setback, side yard setback)
• PSE&G - BA-23-22 - Variance request for 105 Mountain View Road (Use and bulk variances, demolition of 576 SF building, new 1,642 SF regulating building)

The Board of Adjustment approved a use and bulk variance for PSE&G to demolish and reconstruct a regulating building and upgrade equipment. The approval includes conditions to work with the Township Engineer on stormwater and sound barriers. One residential application was adjourned to May 1, 2024, due to inaccurate public notice.

• Approved PSE&G gas station upgrades and variances (7-0)
• Approved Fountain Plaza (Cherry Blossom Montessori) resolution BA-23-08 (4-0)
• Approved Hillsborough RB appeal resolution BA-23-15 (4-0)
• Approved Valley Industrial Partners appeal resolution BA-23-17 (5-0)
• Approved Valley Industrial Partners appeal resolution BA-23-18 (5-0)
• Adjourned 14 Ivy Lane application (BA-23-19) to May 1, 2024
• Approved December 6, 2023, meeting minutes as amended
• Approved January 17, 2024, reorganization and regular meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will swear in a newly appointed member and review the January 18 meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a proposal for an Eagle Service Project at Mill Lane Cemetery.

• Oath of office for newly appointed member Arnold Radi (Seat #6)
• Review of January 18, 2024, Reorganization Meeting minutes
• Review of January 18, 2024, Regular Meeting minutes
• Eagle Service Project Proposal - Boy Scout Troop 1776 - Mill Lane Cemetery

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, recognize community members, and vote on a consent agenda with 30 resolutions covering personnel changes, contracts, and licenses. Two public hearings are scheduled for ordinances on salary ranges and sign review committee membership. The meeting also includes a claims list and public comment period.

• Resolution authorizing plenary retail distribution and consumption liquor licenses to be sold under public sale option
• Resolution authorizing contract with Goose Runners, LLC for geese control at AVM Park
• Resolution authorizing contract with Black Lagoon for pond management at AVM Park
• Resolution authorizing purchase of ammunition for Police Department through state contract
• Resolution authorizing abatement of property maintenance violations and placement of liens

The Township Committee adopted ordinances to update municipal salary ranges and expand the Sign Review Committee membership. The committee also authorized the public sale of two different types of liquor licenses with minimum bids of $350,000 each.

• Adopted Ordinance 2024-01 updating municipal salary ranges
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-02 increasing Sign Review Committee alternate members to two
• Authorized public sale of one Plenary Retail Distribution Liquor License (min bid $350,000)
• Authorized public sale of one Plenary Retail Consumption Liquor License (min bid $350,000)
• Approved hiring Scott Williamson as Electrical Subcode Official ($87,500 salary)
• Appointed Alicia Noon as Chief Financial Officer ($138,163 salary)
• Approved $14,400 contract with Goose Runners, LLC for geese control at AVM Park
• Authorized $25,730.70 purchase of police ammunition via state contract

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will meet on February 8, 2024, to consider extending the time of decision for two major site plans and to review minor site plan applications. The board will also discuss resolutions related to school facilities and adjourn to a later date for a public hearing on a large industrial building proposal.

• Extension of time of decision for 1170 Millstone LLC (File 22-PB-09-MSPV) through June 01, 2024
• Extension of time of decision for 303 Amwell Road (JMJ4 ABEEL LLC) through June 01, 2024
• Minor site plan approval for Hillsborough Center LLC (File 23-PB-14-SP) at 303 Amwell Road, including trash enclosure and landscaping
• Resolution for Sunnymead Elementary School (Pavilion) – File 23-PB-20-INF
• Resolution for Triangle Elementary School (Playground Extension) – File 23-PB-21-INF

The Board approved a minor site plan for a trash enclosure at Route 206 and 649 Route 206. Two school-related resolutions were approved, and two project decision deadlines were extended to June 1, 2024.

• Approved Sunnymead Elementary School pavilion resolution
• Approved Triangle Elementary School playground extension resolution
• Extended decision deadline to June 1, 2024, for 1170 Millstone LLC
• Extended decision deadline to June 1, 2024, for 303 Amwell Road (JMJ4 ABEEL LLC)
• Approved minor site plan for trash enclosure at Route 206 & 649 Route 206 (Hillsborough Center LLC)
• Cancelled February 22, 2024, Planning Board Business meeting

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a major site plan application by Weston RD, LLC to build a 130,418-square-foot warehouse on Weston Road. The application has been continued from October 12, 2023, and includes requests for bulk variances and waivers. The board will also consider minutes, resolutions, and other business.

• Public hearing: Weston RD, LLC (File 22-PB-03-MSPV) for preliminary and final major site plan approval for a 130,418 sq ft warehouse on Block 185, Lot 1, Weston Road, in the I-1 Light Industrial District and Airport Hazard Zone Overlay District
• Application continued from October 12, 2023; revised plans submitted through October 2023
• Objectors include Hearthstone at Hillsborough, represented by Lieberman, Blecher & Sinkevich and Riker Danzig
• Board will consider meeting minutes and resolutions
• Business from the floor for matters not on the agenda

The Planning Board held a public hearing regarding a proposal to construct a 130,418 square foot warehouse at Block 185, Lot 1 on Weston Road. No final decision was reached, and the hearing was continued to a future date.

• Continued Weston RD, LLC warehouse application hearing to April 24, 2024 (8-0)

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee will hold its annual reorganization meeting to swear in members, elect officers, and adopt procedural resolutions. Immediately following, the committee will consider a sign waiver application for Atlantic Health System in the Town Center District Zone.

• Sign waiver application for Atlantic Health System (601 Route 206, Suite 1) to install a 34.36 sq. ft. LED illuminated sign mounted on raceway
• Annual reorganization including oaths of office for five committee members and election of officers

The committee held a reorganization meeting to swear in new members and elect its officers. The board approved several procedural resolutions regarding meeting schedules, notice charges, and rules of order.

• Elected Kevin Sweeney as Chairman
• Elected Matthew Gizzi as Vice Chairman
• Elected Gregg Wilke as Secretary
• Approved resolution adopting the rules of order
• Approved resolution designating official newspapers
• Approved resolution fixing charge for notice of meetings
• Approved resolution setting schedule of meetings
• Approved resolution of open meeting policy

Sign Review Committee

The Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee will hold its reorganization meeting followed by a regular meeting on January 29, 2024. The main item is an application from Atlantic Health System seeking a sign waiver for a new LED sign at 601 Route 206. Formal action may be taken on the application.

• Atlantic Health System sign waiver request for 34.36 sq ft LED illuminated sign at 601 Route 206, Suite 1
• Reorganization meeting for committee officers
• Public invited to attend both meetings at Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road

The Sign Review Committee approved an application from Atlantic Health System for a sign waiver at 601 Route 206, Suite 1, allowing a 34.36-square-foot LED illuminated wall sign with blue and orange coloring in the Town Center District. The committee also discussed the Nelson's Corner sign manual and the need for an updated version. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:06 pm.

• Approved Atlantic Health System sign waiver for a 34.36 sf LED wall sign at 601 Route 206, Suite 1 (all in favor)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public meeting on January 25, 2024, to consider several applications, including a minor site plan for a liquid nitrogen tank at Coherent Corp., and two major warehouse projects on Homestead Road. The board will also take oaths, approve minutes, and discuss the 2023 Board of Adjustment annual report.

• Coherent Corp. – minor site plan for 6,000-gallon LN2 tank at 132 Stryker Lane
• Homestead 279 LLC – 132,750 SF warehouse at 279 Homestead Road
• Homestead Road, LLC – two warehouse/office buildings at 203 and 189 Homestead Road
• Oath of office for Alternate #2 Surajit Deb
• Consideration of 2023 Board of Adjustment annual report

The Board approved a minor site plan for Coherent Corp. to install a 6,000-gallon liquid nitrogen storage tank. Two other warehouse-related applications were continued to future dates after discussions on standing and environmental testimony.

• Approved Coherent Corp. application for 6,000-gallon LN2 storage tank (9-0)
• Determined Homestead 279 LLC has standing; required deed of sale within 30 days (6-0)
• Continued Homestead 279 LLC hearing to May 9, 2024 (6-0)
• Continued Homestead Road, LLC hearing to March 7, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved January 11, 2024 Reorganization Meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved January 11, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved KAAS / Severino resolution (5-0)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting, covering police promotions, appointments, consent resolutions, and financial matters. The agenda includes several escrow releases, a bond anticipation note sale, and various administrative items.

• Promotion of Sergeant Jack Howard to Lieutenant and Corporal Christopher Giraldi to Sergeant
• Granting permanent employee status to six police officers
• Release of cash escrow for 355 Woods Road and 350 Triangle Road
• Release of cash bond of $1,500 for 10 Sunnymead Road
• Bond anticipation notes not exceeding $7,336,736

The Township Committee unanimously approved a consent agenda including police promotions, emergency budget appropriations for snow removal and insurance, and the sale of bond anticipation notes for road improvements. The committee also issued several community proclamations and approved various cash escrow releases.

• Promoted Sgt. Jack Howard to Lieutenant ($175,177) and Cpl. Christopher Giraldi to Sergeant ($145,372)
• Granted permanent employee status to six police officers effective January 18, 2024
• Authorized bond anticipation notes not to exceed $7,336,736 for road improvements
• Approved emergency temporary appropriations for snow removal and group insurance
• Authorized $40,000 for bulk rock salt purchase from Atlantic Salt, Inc.
• Awarded $7,380 contract to Northeast Products for brush grinding at Auten Road site
• Approved $2,500 one-time stipend for Part Time Plumbing Inspector Jonathan Uzarski
• Appointed Michael Folli as Chairperson of the Environmental Commission

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission will hold a reorganization meeting at 7:00 p.m. followed by a regular meeting to review applications, including a PSE&G gas maintenance and repair station expansion at 105 Mountain View Road. The public is invited to attend both meetings in person at the Peter J. Biondi Building.

• PSE&G gas M&R station expansion at 105 Mountain View Road, Block 177, Lot 24.13
• Applicant seeking use and bulk variances, waivers, and new equipment installation
• New 1,642 SF regulating building proposed to replace existing 576 SF structure

Environmental Commission

The Hillsborough Township Environmental Commission holds its annual reorganization meeting to swear in new members and elect officers. The commission also considers resolutions to adopt rules, designate official newspapers, set meeting notice fees, and approve an open-meeting policy. No substantive environmental decisions are listed for this agenda.

• Swearing in of Christopher Obropta, Ph.D., Kris Lockburner, and Matthew Martinez
• Consideration of resolutions adopting rules of order, designating official newspapers, and setting meeting notice fees

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission will hold two meetings on January 18, 2024: a reorganization meeting at 7:30 p.m. and a regular meeting immediately following. Both meetings are open to the public and may include formal actions. The meetings are held in person at the Peter J. Biondi Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Hillsborough Township Historic Preservation Commission will hold a reorganization meeting to swear in new members, conduct roll call, and elect leadership roles such as chair, vice chair, and secretary. The meeting also includes resolutions on rules of order, official newspapers, meeting notice fees, and open meeting policy.

• Swearing-in of new members: Susan Gulliford (Seat #5), Arnold Radi (Seat #6), and Christopher Smith (Alternate #1)
• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
• Consideration of resolutions adopting rules of order, designating official newspapers, fixing meeting notice fees, and open meeting policy

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is conducting public hearings for several property variance requests. These include requests for additions, accessory structures, and lot improvements in residential and home office districts.

• Public hearing for 14 Ivy Lane regarding a 305 sf. addition and impervious coverage variances
• Public hearing for 808 Clawson Avenue regarding side yard setback variances for two accessory structures
• Public hearing for 490 Amwell Road regarding bulk variances for a home addition, walkway, and driveway extension
• Approval of the Draft 2023 Board of Adjustment Annual Report

The Board approved a medical group home for adults with intellectual disabilities and a residential variance for accessory structures. One application was rescheduled due to a failure to publish the required public notice.

• Approved medical group home at 490 Amwell Road with conditions for a drywell and drainage mitigation (7-0)
• Approved side yard setbacks for accessory structures at 808 Clawson Avenue conditioned on engineering inspection and carport removal (6-0)
• Approved 2024 Sustainable Land Use Pledge (unanimous)
• Approved Draft 2023 Board of Adjustment Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved October 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Rescheduled application for 14 Ivy Lane to February 21, 2024 due to missing public notice

Board of Adjustment

This is the annual reorganization meeting of the Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment. The board will swear in new members, elect officers, appoint subcommittees, and adopt resolutions covering legal counsel, engineers, meeting rules, and the 2024 meeting schedule. A regular meeting follows immediately after.

• Oath of office for new members Peggy Gladstone, Tom Ramsey, Jim Wohlmacher, Vivek Rao, Tim Lockburner
• Election of chairman, vice chairman, and secretary
• Resolution appointing board attorney and engineer
• Resolution setting 2024 meeting schedule
• Resolution fixing charge for meeting notices

At its January 17, 2024 reorganization meeting, the Hillsborough Board of Adjustment elected Frank Herbert as Chairman, Jim Wohlmacher as Vice Chairman, and Marcella McLaughlin as Secretary. The Board appointed its 2024 professional staff, adopted its bylaws and rules of order, and set a monthly meeting schedule with the option of a second meeting as needed. It also temporarily designated the Hillsborough Beacon as official newspaper while creating a subcommittee to review other options.

• Elected Frank Herbert as 2024 Chairman (7-0)
• Elected Jim Wohlmacher as 2024 Vice Chairman (7-0)
• Elected Marcella McLaughlin as 2024 Secretary (7-0)
• Established a subcommittee to review bylaws and ordinances (unanimous)
• Scheduled one meeting per month with option for a second as needed (unanimous)
• Appointed Woolson Anderson Peach, P.C. as Board Attorney (unanimous)
• Appointed Pennoni Associates as Board Engineer and CME Associates as Alternate Engineer (unanimous)
• Temporarily designated Hillsborough Beacon as official newspaper and created subcommittee to review options (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a long-running application by Homestead Road, LLC to consolidate and subdivide two lots at 203 and 189 Homestead Road to build two warehouse/office buildings. The board will also consider resolutions, including a climate change hazard vulnerability assessment, and review informal proposals from the Board of Education for a pavilion at Sunnymead Elementary School and a playground extension at Triangle Elementary School.

• Public hearing: Homestead Road, LLC – File 21-PB-25-MS/MSP(V) – 203 and 189 Homestead Road – warehouse/office buildings
• Resolution: Climate Change-Related Hazard Vulnerability Assessment to Land Use Element of Master Plan
• Informal review: Sunnymead Elementary School pavilion – 55 Sunnymead Road – 30' x 40' pavilion on 36' x 46' concrete pad
• Informal review: Triangle Elementary School playground extension – 156 South Triangle Road – 1,608 SF wood chip mulch, equipment, 750 SF concrete walk
• Resolution: Toll Bros., Inc. (RBG / Enclave) – File 21-PB-10-S/MS/SP – Extension

The Board approved the 2023 Annual Report and a resolution adopting a climate change hazard assessment. Non-binding recommendations were issued for two Board of Education projects at Sunnymead and Triangle Elementary Schools. A hearing for a warehouse project on Homestead Road was continued to future dates.

• Approved Toll Bros., Inc. extension (5-0)
• Approved resolution adopting Climate Change-Related Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Planning Board Annual Report (7-0)
• Issued non-binding recommendation for Sunnymead Elementary pavilion with request for LOI (7-0)
• Issued non-binding recommendation for Triangle Elementary playground extension (7-0)
• Continued Homestead Road, LLC warehouse hearing to Jan 25 and Feb 8, 2024 (6-0)

Planning Board

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board is holding its annual reorganization meeting, where newly appointed members will be sworn in and the board will elect a chairman, vice chairman, and secretary. The board will also vote on a series of resolutions to appoint its attorney, engineer, court reporter, and other professional services for the coming year. This is a procedural meeting focused on setting up the board for 2024, with no substantive land-use decisions on the agenda.

• Oath of office for newly appointed members including Committeeman Shawn Lipani, Robert Wagner Jr., Deputy Mayor John Ciccarelli, Robert Peason, and Ron Skobo
• Election of chairman, vice chairman, and secretary
• Resolution ratifying fair & open selection process for professional services
• Resolution appointing board attorney, board engineer, and alternate board engineer
• Resolution extending professional services agreement with T&M (2020 contract)

The Hillsborough Planning Board held its annual reorganization meeting, electing Carl Suraci as Chairman and Robert Peason as Vice Chairman. The Board unanimously adopted resolutions to ratify selection processes, appoint professional staff, and establish meeting schedules and rules. No land use or development decisions were made during this procedural session.

• Carl Suraci elected 2024 Planning Board Chairman (7-0)
• Robert Peason elected 2024 Vice Chairman (7-0)
• Patricia Smith elected 2024 Secretary (7-0)
• Master Plan Subcommittee appointed with Robert Peason as Chairman
• 2024 Meeting Schedule adopted (7-0)
• Fair & Open Selection Process ratified (7-0)
• Board Attorney, Engineer, and Court Reporter appointed (7-0)
• Rules of Order and administrative procedures adopted (7-0)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on January 9, 2024, to consider a consent agenda that includes adopting the 2024 temporary budget, establishing annual salaries and wages, and authorizing stipend payments. They will also introduce two ordinances: one amending the salary range ordinance and another amending the Sign Review Committee membership. Public hearings for these ordinances are scheduled for February 13, 2024.

• Resolution adopting the 2024 Temporary Budget
• Resolution establishing annual salaries and wages of municipal employees
• Resolution authorizing a $1,000 stipend to Caitlin Vaz for Safety Committee duties
• Ordinance 2024-01 amending the Salary Range Ordinance
• Ordinance 2024-02 amending Sign Review Committee membership (Section 188-83P(2))

The Township Committee approved a temporary budget of $8,206,478 and established 2024 salaries for municipal employees. The committee also appointed five Emergency Management Deputy Coordinators and passed a resolution encouraging the state to postpone affordable housing legislation.

• Adopted 2024 Temporary Budget of $8,206,478.00
• Approved annual salaries and wages for municipal employees effective Jan 1, 2024
• Approved hiring Gretchen Marcinek as part-time Assistant to the Tax Collector at $18/hour
• Approved one-time special project stipends for 10 employees
• Appointed 5 Emergency Management Deputy Coordinators with $1,000 annual stipends
• Approved $1,000 stipend for Caitlin Vaz for Safety Committee duties
• Approved strategic plan for Hillsborough/Millstone Municipal Alliance grant ($21,508.24 budget)
• Approved resolution encouraging postponement of NJ affordable housing legislation (4-1)

Open Space Advisory Committee

The committee elected its Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2024 and approved the December 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed property updates and potential Green Acres funding opportunities.

• Elected Greg Hawzen as Chairperson for 2024
• Elected Kevin Sluka as Vice Chairperson for 2024
• Approved December 4, 2023 minutes (Borek abstained)

Township Committee

The Hillsborough Township Committee held its January 3, 2024 meeting to certify election results, swear in new members, and approve routine 2024 appointments and resolutions. The meeting followed standard procedural steps including flag salute, invocation, and public notices.

• Swearing in of Committeewoman Samantha Hand and Committeewoman Catherine Payne
• Resolution Authorizing Award Of Contract to Fuerza Strategy Group for Video Services
• Resolution Approving Agreement with Somerset County YMCA for Senior Citizen Exercise Wellness Program
• Resolution Authorizing Appointment of John Sheridan as Office of Emergency Management Coordinator (3-year term)
• Resolution Authorizing 2024 Depositories and Disbursements

The Township Committee held its 2024 reorganization meeting to elect leadership and appoint municipal officers. The committee unanimously approved a consent agenda covering professional service contracts, board appointments, and the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Elected Robert Britting, Jr. as Mayor for 2024
• Elected John Ciccarelli as Deputy Mayor for 2024
• Approved 2024 professional service contracts, including Township Attorney (max $75,000) and Municipal Auditor (max $84,200)
• Awarded $28,000 video services contract to Fuerza Strategy Group
• Awarded $24,199.98 senior citizen exercise program contract to Greater Somerset County YMCA
• Appointed John Sheridan as Emergency Management Coordinator (2024-2027)
• Adopted 2024 Rules of Order and meeting schedule
• Established 8% to 18% interest rates for delinquent taxes and municipal liens