Hillsdale public meetings in 2023

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will hold a special meeting to consider adopting an ordinance to revise the Police Department's table of organization. The council will also review resolutions regarding the hiring of two probationary officers and a budget appropriation transfer.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 23-22 to revise Police Department organization
• Resolution R23313 recommending the hiring of Probationary Officer Brianna Alfieri
• Resolution R23314 recommending the hiring of Probationary Officer Mario Vdovjak
• Resolution R23315 authorizing a transfer between budget appropriations
• Veto notification for Ordinance 23-21

Planning Board

The Board will review meeting minutes from December 4, 2023, and consider a resolution for 2024 meeting dates. The agenda also includes the continued hearing for bulk variances regarding a pool and equipment at 6 Willow Brook Road.

• Continued hearing for PZ-04-23: Pool and equipment bulk variances at 6 Willow Brook Road
• Payment of Statile invoices totaling $3,615.00
• Payment of Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs, LLC invoices totaling $6,072.50
• Resolution #2023-13 regarding 2024 meeting dates

Council

The Borough Council is considering an ordinance to revise the Police Department's table of organization. The meeting also includes several resolutions regarding equipment purchases, personnel hiring, and redevelopment agreements.

• Ordinance 23-22: Revising the Police Department Table of Organization
• Purchase of picnic tables for Stonybrook Swim Club
• Hiring of probationary Police Officer Martin Kim
• Purchase of two hook lift assemblies via ESCNJ Cooperative Purchasing Program
• Purchase of two Western Star 47 X chassis via ESCNJ Cooperative Purchasing Program

Council

The Borough Council will consider adopting two ordinances regarding capital improvements and police organization. The meeting also includes discussions on revitalization and several administrative resolutions.

• Ordinance 23-20: $180,000 for municipal building improvements
• Ordinance 23-21: Revision of the Police Department Table of Organization
• Resolution R23285: Re-advertising for supplemental snow plowing for 2023-2024 season
• Resolutions for tax overpayment refunds at 734 Hillsdale Avenue, 61 Plymouth Road, 293 Piermont Avenue, and 312 Kinderkamack Road
• Discussion regarding DMR Associates - Revitalization

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a resolution for an existing covered deck at 79 Beech Street and hold a hearing regarding a pool and equipment at 6 Willow Brook Road. The board will also review the completeness of an application for a single-family home addition at 307 Evergreen Street.

• Resolution for bulk variances regarding an existing covered deck at 79 Beech St
• Public hearing for pool and pool equipment bulk variances at 6 Willow Brook Road
• Completeness review for a single-family home addition at 307 Evergreen Street
• Payment of Statile invoices totaling $1,347.50
• Discussion regarding RFQ for Professionals and the 2024 Planning Board Calendar

Council

The Borough Council is scheduled to consider ordinances regarding the prohibition of retail dog and cat sales and a $70,000 pump replacement for Engine 33. The agenda also includes the introduction of a $180,000 municipal building improvement project.

• Ordinance 23-18: Prohibiting the sale of dogs and cats in retail stores
• Ordinance 23-19: $70,000 appropriation for a pump replacement in Engine 33
• Ordinance 23-20: Introduction of $180,000 for municipal building improvements
• Ordinance 23-21: Introduction of police department table of organization revisions
• Resolution R23278: Rescinding authorization to install a turf field at Centennial Field

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board will review applications for bulk variances at 6 Willow Brook Road and 79 Beech St. The board will also approve meeting minutes from September 26, 2023, and process various invoices.

• Completeness review for pool and equipment at 6 Willow Brook Road (PZ-04-23)
• Public hearing for bulk variances regarding an existing covered deck at 79 Beech St (PZ-02-23)
• Payment of Statile invoices totaling $850.00
• Payment of Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs, LLC invoices totaling $2,800.00

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will meet to review various resolutions, including payments for local infrastructure projects and seasonal services. The agenda also includes the recognition of a local youth baseball team.

• Resolution to award contract for 2023 Fall Capital Road Paving Program
• $22,154.26 payment to Borough of Woodcliff Lake for Lincoln Avenue and Oak Street project
• Resolution to advertise for supplemental snow plowing for the 2023-2024 season
• Purchase of one 2023 Tahoe PPV 4X4 via State Cooperative Purchasing Program
• Return of unused escrow for 55 Appletree Lane and 5 Howell Avenue

Council

The Borough Council met to adopt several capital ordinances regarding infrastructure and park improvements. The meeting also included the introduction of new ordinances concerning animal sales and fire department equipment.

• Adopted Ordinance 23-16 to appropriate $56,250 for Beechwood Park improvements via a Bergen County grant
• Adopted Ordinance 23-17 to appropriate $578,818.78 for road, curb, and drainage improvements via ARPA funds
• Introduced Ordinance 23-18 to prohibit the sale of dogs and cats in retail stores
• Introduced Ordinance 23-19 to appropriate $70,000 for a new pump for Engine 33
• Adopted Ordinance 23-15 to vacate public rights in a portion of Brookside Place

Council

The Borough Council is considering several new ordinances, including a $578,818.78 grant for road and drainage improvements. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a drone study and requests from the 125th Anniversary Committee.

• Ordinance 23-16: $56,250 grant for Beechwood Park improvements
• Ordinance 23-17: $578,818.78 grant for road, curb, and drainage improvements
• Ordinance 23-15: Vacating public rights in a portion of Brookside Place
• Resolution to reduce the speed limit on Piermont Avenue to 35MPH
• Resolution for emergency appropriation to replace a fire truck pumper

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving invoices and minutes, and to review a bulk variance application for a property at 79 Beech St. The board will also open the meeting to public comment on non-agenda items.

• PZ-02-23: Bulk variance application by John Sayers for Block 704 Lot 11, 79 Beech St
• Invoice approval totaling $2,235.00
• Approval of July 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Next public hearing scheduled for August 22, 2023

The Board approved the completeness review for a bulk variance application at 79 Beech Street. Professional service invoices were approved, and the July 25, 2023, meeting minutes were adopted.

• Approved $1,350.00 and $165.00 invoices for Christopher P. Statile, P.A.
• Approved July 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved completeness review for PZ-02-23 (79 Beech Street)
• Set hearing date for 79 Beech Street for September 14, 2023

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board will review invoices totaling $1,242.50 and discuss previous meeting minutes.

• Review of invoices for Cleary et al: $1,242.50
• Discussion of June 27th, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board approved an invoice for professional services and adopted meeting minutes from June 2023 and late 2021. Members discussed two options for updating the Environmental Resource Inventory (ERI) but deferred a decision pending further input from the Board Planner.

• Approved $1,242.50 invoice for Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs LLC
• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved November 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved November 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved December 2, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved December 16, 2021 meeting minutes

Council

The Borough Council met to adopt ordinances regarding public improvements and wireless facility standards. The agenda also included discussions on the Alexander Cleaners site and a drone study.

• Adopted Bond Ordinance 23-12 to appropriate $4,154,500 for public improvements, equipment, and a new fire truck
• Adopted Ordinance 23-13 establishing standards for small wireless facilities in public rights-of-way
• Introduced Ordinance 23-14 regarding rules for using the Municipal West Parking Lot
• Recommended hiring Ryan Heiser as a probationary police officer
• Authorized a grant application to NJDOT for Melville Road and Douglas Drive improvements

Planning Board

The Board will review updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory 2023 and discuss recent Council Ordinances. The meeting also includes the approval of meeting minutes and payment of invoices.

• Payment of Cleary et al invoices totaling $1,260.00
• Review of Council Ordinance 23-10(A) regarding short term rental property amenities prohibition
• Review of Council Ordinance 23-13(I) regarding small wireless facilities in public rights of way
• Discussion of Environmental Resource Inventory 2023 Updates

The Board approved payments for professional services and passed several sets of meeting minutes from 2022 and 2023. A vote to approve updates to the Environmental Resource Inventory was deferred pending public notification.

• Approved $247.50 invoice for Burgis Associates
• Approved $1,260.00 invoice for Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs LLC
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved January 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved January 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved February 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved February 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Deferred vote on Environmental Resource Inventory 2023 updates

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council met to adopt ordinances regarding short-term rental amenities and municipal compensation. The Council also introduced a bond ordinance for $4,154,500 to fund public improvements, new vehicles, and a fire truck.

• Bond Ordinance 23-12: $4,154,500 for public improvements, equipment, and a new fire truck
• Ordinance 23-10: Adoption of 'Short Term Rental of Property Amenities Prohibition'
• Ordinance 23-11: Adoption of compensation rates for certain Borough positions
• Ordinance 23-13: Introduction of standards for small wireless facilities in public rights-of-way
• Appointment of Jack Cummings and Abhiram Pathri as Fire Department Cadets

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board will review a site plan resolution for Patterson Street Urban Renewal LLC. The meeting also includes updates on planning board applications and ordinance 23-08 regarding escrow fees.

• Site Plan Resolution 2023-09 for 131-145 Patterson Street and 60-77 Brookside Place
• Payment of invoices to Burgis Associates totaling $1,940.00
• Payment of invoices to CP Statile totaling $5,290.00
• Discussion of updated escrow fees under Ordinance 23-08 (A)

The Board approved a site plan resolution for Patterson Street Urban Renewal LLC with amendments regarding parking and electric vehicle spaces. The Board also approved several professional invoices and the April 25, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved Resolution 2023-09 for 131-145 Patterson Street and 60-77 Brookside Place (Passed)
• Approved $1,940.00 invoice for BURGIS ASSOCIATES (Passed)
• Approved $2,205.00 invoice for CLEARY GIACOBBE ALFIERI JACOBS LLC (Passed)
• Approved $5,290.00 invoice for CP STATILE (Passed)
• Approved April 25th, 2023 meeting minutes (Passed)
• Deferred approval of seven meeting minutes from 2022 to the next meeting

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will meet to consider resolutions regarding the 2023 Road Improvement Program and a grant for Memorial Field Park. The agenda also includes a discussion on Munisite and a request to donate benches for the park across from St. Johns.

• Authorization of contract for 2023 Road Improvement Program: Riverside Cooperative Program
• Grant application for Memorial Field Park Pavilion via Bergen County Open Space, Recreation, Farmland & Historic Preservation Trust Fund
• Processing of third quarter estimated tax bills due August 1, 2023
• Correspondence regarding a donation of benches for the park across from St. Johns

Council

The Borough Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption of the 2023 Municipal Budget. The agenda also includes a capital ordinance for $104,000 in bathroom improvements at Memorial Field and a grant application for a pavilion at Memorial Field Park.

• Adoption of the 2023 Municipal Budget
• Capital Ordinance 23-09 to appropriate $104,000 for Memorial Field bathroom improvements
• Grant application for Memorial Field Park Pavilion via Bergen County Trust Fund
• Ordinance 23-08 to amend and supplement Borough fee codes
• Contract extension for Quikteks, LLC internet technology consulting

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board will meet to consider several resolutions for property variances and a site plan for Patterson Street Urban Renewal LLC. The board will also vote on appointing a new Planner and Deputy Secretary.

• Site Plan for 131-145 Patterson Street and 60-77 Brookside Place
• Resolution 2023-10: Generator at 39 Hopkins Street
• Resolution 2023-11: Front yard setback at 5 Howell Ave
• Resolution 2023-06: Bulk variance at 42 Parkview Drive
• Appointment of Planning Board Planner and Deputy Secretary

The Planning Board approved appointments for a Planner and Deputy Secretary, along with three property-specific resolutions. The board also approved three professional invoices and reviewed updates to the Planning Board application process.

• Approved appointment of Planning Board Planner (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Planning Board Deputy Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-10 for 39 Hopkins Street generator (passed)
• Approved Resolution 2023-11 for 5 Howell Ave front yard setback (passed)
• Approved Resolution 2023-06 for 42 Parkview Drive bulk variance (passed)
• Adjourned Resolution 2023-09 for Patterson Street Urban Renewal LLC site plan to May 11th
• Approved Bugis Associates invoice for $852.50 (passed)
• Approved Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacob, LLC invoice for $6,177.50 (passed)

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council meeting includes a resolution to authorize an agreement with Colliers Engineering & Design for professional services related to the proposed DPW Yard redevelopment. The agenda also includes the payment of bills and a report from the Borough Engineer.

• Resolution R23113: Authorizing an agreement with Colliers Engineering & Design for DPW Yard redevelopment services
• Resolution R23112: Payment of bills
• Borough Engineer Report for March 2023

Council

The Borough Council is reviewing the 2023 budget presentation and several proposed ordinances. Discussion items include funding for bathroom improvements at Memorial Field and new playground equipment at Glendale Park.

• Introduction of Ordinance 23-09 to appropriate $104,000 for Memorial Field bathroom improvements
• Adoption of Ordinance 23-06 for $35,000 in new playground equipment at Glendale Park
• Introduction of Ordinance 23-10 regarding a short term rental of property amenities prohibition
• Introduction of Ordinance 23-08 to amend and supplement Borough code fees
• Presentation of the 2023 Budget

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board will hold public hearings on two bulk variance applications, one at 39 Hopkins St and one at 5 Howell Ave. The board will also review an Area in Need of Rehabilitation designation with a DMR presentation, consider invoices, and approve meeting minutes.

• PZ-11-22: Bulk variance at 39 Hopkins St (Block 1706, Lot 23)
• PZ-01-23: Bulk variance at 5 Howell Ave (Block 1604, Lot 6)
• Area in Need of Rehabilitation Review with DMR presentation
• Invoices totaling $1,368.75 (Burgis) and $1,875.00 (CP Statile)
• Appointment of Board Planner and Deputy Secretary

The Board approved bulk variances for a medical generator installation and porch reconstruction. Members also reviewed a proposal to designate certain commercial properties as an Area in Need of Rehabilitation (AINRh) and recommended adding specific lots to that designation.

• Appointed Natalie Rowe as Planning Board Deputy Secretary for 2023
• Appointed Burgis Associates as Planning Board Planner for 2023
• Approved invoices for Bugis Associates ($1,368.75), Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacob, LLC ($5,512.50), and C.P. Statile Associates ($1,875.00)
• Approved bulk variance for generator installation at 39 Hopkins St
• Approved bulk variance for porch and stairs reconstruction at 5 Howell Ave
• Approved collaboration between Board Attorney and DMR to draft AINRh recommendations for Borough Council
• Straw poll confirmed properties in DMR report meet AINRh criteria (6-1)
• Straw poll recommended including additional properties in AINRh (7-0)

Council

The Borough Council will meet via Zoom to consider several resolutions regarding the 2021 Community Development Block Grant. These items involve amending a grant agreement and awarding contracts for ADA compliant improvements.

• Resolution R23092: Amend the Grant Agreement for 2021 Community Development Block Grant ADA improvements at Memorial Field Park
• Resolution R23093: Award contract for 2021 Community Development Block Grant ADA improvements at Memorial Field Park
• Resolution R23094: Award contract for 2021 Community Development Block Grant ADA bathroom accessories at Stonybrook Swim Club

Council

The Council will discuss a drone study and correspondence regarding PVMA to Veolia. The agenda includes several resolutions for contracts, appointments, and budget matters.

• Contract with Organic Recycling, Inc. for leaf disposal facility use
• Contract with TruGreen for landscape chemical application and fertilization
• Employment agreement for Police Captain Sean Smith
• Appointment of David Young as Temporary Chief Municipal Finance Officer
• 2021 Community Development Block Grant ADA improvements at Memorial Field Park

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a site plan for the Patterson Street Urban Renewal project (60-77 Brookside Place, 131-145 Patterson Street), carried from a previous meeting. The board will also consider a resolution for a fence at 34 Fairhaven Drive, approve invoices, and review meeting minutes. New board members must complete required NJPO training.

• Public hearing on site plan for Patterson Street Urban Renewal (Block 1210-1211, Lots 10-11 & 1-2; 60-77 Brookside Place, 131-145 Patterson Street)
• Resolution PZ-03-22 for a fence at 34 Fairhaven Drive (Block 404, Lot 1)
• Invoices totaling $2,266.25 (Burgis) and $600.00 (CP Statile, escrow reconciliation)
• Applicant extension request for bulk variances at 55 Appletree Lane (PZ-07-21)
• NJPO required training for new board members Berliner and L. Thoms

The board approved the Patterson St Urban Renewal site plan with conditions regarding landscaping and community center parking. The board also approved a fence resolution and professional invoices. Training for new board members was authorized.

• Approved Patterson St Urban Renewal site plan with landscaping and parking garage conditions
• Approved Resolution 2022-20 for fence at 34 Fairhaven Drive
• Approved $2,266.25 invoice for Bugis Associates
• Approved $600.00 invoice for C.P. Statile Associates
• Approved minutes from February 28, 2023
• Approved NJPO training for A. Berliner, L. Thoms, and John Escobar

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will hold public hearings and vote to adopt five ordinances covering recreation program and summer camp fees, swimming pool staff salaries, fee schedule amendments, recreation department salaries, and exceeding municipal budget appropriation limits. The council will also introduce three new ordinances, including a $35,000 playground equipment project at Glendale Park funded by a state grant, a short-term rental property prohibition, and further fee schedule amendments. Additionally, the council will consider several resolutions, including one to advertise for bids for a firearms training simulator for the police department.

• Adoption of Ordinance 23-01 establishing recreation program and summer camp fees
• Adoption of Ordinance 23-02 establishing salary ranges for Hillsdale Swimming Pool Commission staff
• Introduction of Ordinance 23-06 authorizing $35,000 for new playground equipment at Glendale Park via state grant
• Introduction of Ordinance 23-07 adopting a short-term rental property prohibition
• Resolution R23076 authorizing bid advertisement for a firearms training simulator for the police department

Planning Board

The board will hold a public hearing on a bulk variance application for 39 Hopkins Street (Buesser) and review a new application for a bulk variance at 5 Howell Avenue (Bell). It will also consider resolutions for professional appointments and approve invoices totaling $8,697.50.

• Public hearing: PZ-11-2022, 39 Hopkins Street, Buesser (Bulk Variance)
• Completeness review: PZ-01-23, 5 Howell Avenue, Chris & Dana Bell (Bulk Variance)
• Resolution PZ-03-22, 34 Fairhaven Drive, Rossillo (Fence)
• 2023 appointments: Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, Deputy Secretary, and professional firms
• Invoices approved: Burgis ($6,427.50), Cleary ($2,270.00), CP Statile ($2,270.00)

The board approved appointments for its leadership and retained engineering, planning, and legal consultants for 2023. It also approved two professional invoices and deemed one bulk variance application complete. Discussion regarding a Downtown Rehab Council resolution was carried to a future meeting.

• Appointed Stephen Riordan as Chairperson
• Appointed Natalie Rowe as Deputy Secretary
• Appointed Meredith Kates as Vice Chairperson
• Appointed Scott Raymond as Secretary
• Retained Christopher P. Statile P.A. as Engineering Consultant for 2023
• Retained Burgis Associates as Planning Consulting for 2023
• Retained Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs, LLC as Attorney for 2023
• Approved invoices for Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs, LLC ($6,427.50) and C.P. Statile P.A. ($2,279.00)

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will consider a resolution to forward a proposed 'Area in Need of Rehabilitation' designation to the Planning Board. The council will also vote on appointing a temporary Chief Municipal Finance Officer and expressing interest in a license agreement with Veolia Water for a nature trail. Several resolutions on the consent agenda include contracts for paving program services, police equipment, and playground equipment purchases.

• R23073: Resolution to forward a proposed 'Area in Need of Rehabilitation' designation to the Planning Board
• R23074: Resolution appointing Christopher J. Tietjen as a Temporary Chief Municipal Finance Officer
• R23075: Resolution expressing interest in a license agreement with Veolia Water New Jersey for a nature trail
• R23065: Resolution authorizing an agreement with Colliers Engineering & Design for the 2023 Paving Program
• R23072: Resolution approving purchase of playground equipment for McSpirit/Glendale Park

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the Patterson Street Urban Renewal site plan (PZ-10-2022), covering properties at 60-77 Brookside Place and 131-145 Patterson Street. The board will also adopt a resolution for 34 Fairhaven Drive and approve meeting minutes from January 26.

• Patterson St Urban Renewal site plan hearing (PZ-10-2022) for Block 1210-1211, Lots 10-11 & 1-2
• Resolution PZ-03-22 for 34 Fairhaven Drive (Block 404 Lot 1)
• Approval of January 26, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board appointed a professional services attorney via a non-Fair and Open Process after receiving no bids. Oaths of office were administered to four board members. A site plan hearing for the Patterson St Urban Renewal project was held but carried to a future date.

• Appointed Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs LLC as Board Attorney
• Approved minutes of January 26, 2023 meeting
• Administered oaths of office to John Escobar, Seth Griep, Adam Berliner, and Lorraine Thoms
• Carried adoption of Resolution 2022-20 (34 Fairhaven Drive) to 2/28/23
• Carried Patterson St Urban Renewal site plan hearing to 3/9/23

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will introduce five ordinances covering recreation fees, swimming pool staff salaries, fee schedule amendments, recreation department salaries, and a municipal budget cap. The council will also vote on a consent agenda of 10 resolutions, including a contract for a new borough administrator and rejection of bids for Stonybrook Swim Club improvements. A discussion is scheduled on a Veolia Nature Trail license agreement and an area in need of rehabilitation.

• Ordinance 23-01: Establishes recreation program and summer camp fees
• Ordinance 23-02: Sets salary ranges for Hillsdale Swimming Pool Commission staff
• Ordinance 23-05: Authorizes exceeding municipal budget appropriation limits and establishing a cap bank
• Resolution R23057: Rejects all bids for Stonybrook Swim Club improvements
• Resolution R23060: Authorizes advertising for bids for Memorial Field bathroom facilities alterations

Planning Board

The Board will conduct elections for a Vice Chairperson and a Secretary. The agenda includes a site plan hearing for the Patterson St Urban Renewal project and several bulk variance applications.

• Election of Vice Chairperson
• Election of Secretary
• Resolution PZ-08-22: Block 1210, Lots 6 & 7 (Westwood Banana Co)
• PZ-10-2022: Patterson St Urban Renewal Site Plan (60-77 Brookside Place, 131-145 Patterson Street)
• PZ-11-2022: 39 Hopkins Street Bulk Variance

The Board approved a bulk variance for a pool, deck, and shed at 42 Parkview Drive with a specific condition regarding the shed's placement. The Board also adopted a resolution for Westwood Banana Co. and established new requirements for application surveys.

• Approved bulk variance for 42 Parkview Drive (Padovan) provided the shed is moved three feet from the property line
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-21 for Block 1210 Lots 6&7 (Westwood Banana Co.)
• Deemed application PZ-11-2022 (39 Hopkins Street) complete
• Approved $3,360.00 in invoices for Cleary Giaccobe Alfieri Jacobs associates
• Approved $10,400 in invoices for C.P. Statile P.A.
• Elected Meredith Kates as vice chairperson
• Elected Scott Raymond as Secretary
• Mandated that submitted surveys must be current within five years of the application date

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will hold a special meeting on January 12, 2023. The agenda includes an adjournment to a closed session to discuss personnel matters related to the Borough Administrator position.

• Closed session regarding Borough Administrator personnel matter

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will consider a resolution to hire a probationary police officer, approve appointments to the Planning Board, and vote on several resolutions including a grant application for a recreation improvement project and the purchase of a Ford F-250 truck. The meeting also includes presentations on revitalization and redevelopment, and public comment periods.

• R23045: Resolution recommending the hiring of Probationary Officer Dominick Speciale
• R23046: Resolution authorizing agreement with Millennium Strategies for a Local Recreation Improvement Grant application
• R23048: Resolution approving purchase of one 2023 Ford F-250 XL 4WD from the State of New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Program
• R23049: Resolution authorizing grant application for renovation and expansion of a community center for recreation purposes
• Appointments to Planning Board: Meredith Kates (Class IV term expiring 12/31/23) and Scott Raymond (Class II unexpired term 12/31/25)

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board will hold a public hearing to elect a chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary, and to consider Resolution PZ-08-22 for Block 1210, Lots 6&7 (Westwood Banana Co.). The board will also approve meeting minutes, pay invoices totaling $2,203.75, and interview borough professional candidates.

• Resolution PZ-08-22; Block 1210; Lots 6&7; Westwood Banana Co.
• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary to the Board
• Invoices: Burgis ($918.75, $542.50, $742.50) totaling $2,203.75
• Interviews for Borough Professionals: C.P. Statile P.A. and Colliers Engineering
• Closed session to review professional services proposals

The Planning Board elected its leadership for the term and appointed professional services for the 2023 year. The board also approved outstanding invoices and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Elected Stephen Riordan as Chairman
• Elected Mr. Raymond as Secretary
• Administered oath of office to Seth Griep as Alternate #1
• Approved December 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Burgis Associates invoices totaling $2,203.75
• Appointed CP Statile and Associates as Board Engineer
• Appointed Cleary, Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs as Planning Board attorney
• Deferred vote on Resolution No. 2022-21 (Westwood Banana Co.) to January 26, 2023

Council

This is the annual reorganization meeting of the Hillsdale Borough Council. The council will swear in new members, elect a council president, and approve appointments for the borough attorney, fire department officers, police department personnel, and various boards and commissions. A consent agenda of 44 resolutions covering professional service contracts and administrative matters will also be voted on.

• Swearing in of Councilmembers Janetta Trochimiuk and Justin Fox for terms ending 12/31/25
• Appointment of Mark D. Madaio as Borough Attorney for a one-year term via non-fair and open contract (R23000)
• Approval of 2023 Fire Department officers including Chief Dan Schuster and Deputy Chief William Farrell
• Confirmation of 2023 Police Department personnel including Chief Robert Francaviglia and 18 other officers
• Consent agenda of 44 resolutions (R23001–R23044) for professional service contracts, including Borough Auditor, Engineer, and various legal counsel