Hillsdale public meetings in 2025

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will consider Resolution 25304, which authorizes the execution of a mediation agreement under the Affordable Housing Dispute Resolution Program. The item appears on a consent agenda and will be voted on without debate. The meeting also includes a public comment period and standard procedural motions.

• Resolution 25304 – authorize execution of a mediation agreement before the Affordable Housing Dispute Resolution Program

The Hillsdale Borough Council adopted Resolution 25304, authorizing Mayor Michael Sheinfield to execute the mediation agreement with the Affordable Housing Dispute Resolution Program. The agreement includes increasing the permitted density on the Bank of America site to 25 units per acre and amending the Hillsdale‑Patterson Street Redevelopment Plan to require specific affordable‑housing set‑asides. The motion passed unanimously with all present council members voting aye and no nays recorded.

• Authorized Mayor Sheinfield to execute the mediation agreement (unanimous)
• Approved increase of permitted density on Block 1102, Lots 2‑4 to 25 units per acre
• Approved amendment to require a 20% affordable‑housing set‑aside for projects up to 32 du/a
• Approved amendment to require a 15% affordable‑housing set‑aside for projects 32‑40 du/a with community benefit

Board of Health

The Hillsdale Board of Health approved the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting without opposition. It reviewed health officer and nurse reports covering food inspections, a food complaint, an animal bite, and ongoing immunization audits. The board noted a pending court date for hoarding issues in January 2026 and announced the creation of a nominating committee to work on upcoming bylaws revisions. It also set the 2026 meeting schedule, omitting July and August sessions.

• Approval of November 18, 2025 meeting minutes – motion and seconded, no opposition
• Health Officer report: four retail food inspections, one food‑surveillance complaint, one animal bite incident, and ongoing school/day‑care immunization audits
• Hoarding issues remain in process with a court date scheduled for January 2026
• Formation of a nominating committee to undertake the 2026 bylaws revision
• Adopted 2026 Board of Health meeting dates, excluding July and August

Planning Board

The Planning/Zoning Board will review two resolutions: one for a fence and retaining wall at 50 Colonial Blvd. (Resolution #2025-19) and one for a site plan for Hillsdale Self Storage at 560 Piermont Ave. (Resolution #2025-20). The board will also hold a new hearing on a one‑story garage addition at 39 Sierra Court and discuss litigation concerning 11 Boulevard South in closed session. Appointments for the board’s attorney, engineer, and planner will be made during the open session.

• Resolution #2025-19 (PZ-9-25): Fence/Retaining Wall for Block 713 Lot 1, 50 Colonial Blvd.
• Resolution #2025-20 (PZ-7-25): Site Plan for Hillsdale Self Storage, Block 1208 Lot 1, 560 Piermont Ave.
• New hearing (PZ-11-25): One‑story addition (garage) at Block 203 Lot 12, 39 Sierra Court.
• Closed‑session discussion of litigation concerning 11 Boulevard South, Washington Township.
• Appointment of Planning Board Attorney, Engineer, and Planner.

The Planning Board approved two resolutions for a fence/retaining wall and a self‑storage site plan, each passing unanimously. The board also adopted the 2026 meeting calendar by unanimous roll‑call vote. In a closed‑session motion, the board appointed a new attorney, engineer, and planner for the 2026 term, all approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution #2025-19 (Fence/Retaining Wall) – unanimous yes (Kates, Alter, Griep, Trochimiuk)
• Approved Resolution #2025-20 (Hillsdale Self Storage site plan) – unanimous yes (Kates, Riordan, Griep, Trochimiuk)
• Adopted 2026 Planning Board meeting dates – unanimous yes (Kates, Riordan, Raymond, Alter, Griep, Trochimiuk, Sheinfield)
• Passed invoices for CSG Law, Burgis Associates, and Harwood Lloyd (total $9,579.35) – motion passed
• Appointed Marc Leibman as Planning Board Attorney for 2026 – unanimous yes
• Appointed Christopher Statile as Planning Board Engineer for 2026 – unanimous yes
• Appointed Tom Behrens as Planning Board Planner for 2026 – unanimous yes
• Entered closed session to discuss 2026 RFP – motion passed

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will consider a consent agenda of resolutions 25291 through 25300, covering routine items such as bill payments and budget transfers, as well as several contracts and a lease for a new cellular tower. Specific actions include appointing a municipal housing liaison with a stipend adjustment, authorizing purchases of commercial furniture through state cooperative contracts, and approving professional planning services for the Patterson Street redevelopment. The council will also vote on leasing borough-owned property at 183 Cedar Lane to Verizon Wireless for construction of a 150‑foot telecommunications tower. A discussion item concerns a proposed cell tower at Stonybrook Swim Club by Hoplite Communications.

• Resolution 25292: Authorize appointment of a municipal housing liaison with stipend adjustment for 2026
• Resolutions 25294‑25297: Authorize contracts for commercial furniture purchases via NJ State Cooperative Purchasing Program
• Resolution 25299: Authorize agreement with Colliers Engineering & Design for amendment of the Hillsdale Patterson Street Redevelopment Plan
• Resolution 25300: Authorize lease of 183 Cedar Lane for construction, operation, and maintenance of a +150‑foot cellular tower for Verizon Wireless
• Discussion: Cell tower proposal at Stonybrook Swim Club by Hoplite Communications

Planning Board

The Joint Planning Board will consider Resolution No. 2025‑___ for preliminary and final major site‑plan approval with relief for deviations for the property at 560 Piermont Avenue, 93 Prospect Place and 95 Prospect Place. The applicants, Hillsdale Self Storage LLC and Piermont Avenue Urban Renewal LLC, propose a four‑story, approximately 109,490 sq ft self‑storage building on the Self‑Storage Parcel and relocation of existing vehicle storage to the Vehicle Storage Parcel with 71 vehicle spaces and new fencing and landscaping. The Board will review relief requests for parking‑space deviations from the Redevelopment Plan and a height deviation for wall signs, some of which were eliminated during public hearings. The application has been objected to by The Church of Saint John the Baptist and the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark, which submitted flood‑related exhibits and traffic‑condition photographs.

• Preliminary and final major site‑plan approval for a 4‑story, ~109,490 sq ft self‑storage facility at 560 Piermont Avenue (Self‑Storage Parcel)
• Relief for deviation from the Redevelopment Plan allowing 30 and 21 continuous parking spaces on the Vehicle Storage Parcel
• Flood Hazard Area Individual Permit No. 0227‑24‑0002.2 LUP250001 issued by NJDEP on July 14 2025
• Relocation of vehicle storage use to the Vehicle Storage Parcel with 71 vehicle spaces, new striping, fencing and landscaping
• Public hearings held Aug 14, Sep 11, Oct 9, Oct 28, Nov 13 2025; objections filed by The Church of Saint John the Baptist and the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council meeting on Dec. 2, 2025 will consider a consent agenda of resolutions numbered 25283 through 25290. Items include returning unused escrow funds, endorsing community development projects, opposing state bill S‑4736, and authorizing contracts for animal control services with Tyco and HVAC services with Whalen and Ives. The council will also address tax overpayment refunds for various accounts, including 234 Paul Court.

• Resolution 25285 – Opposition to S‑4736, a state bill affecting local zoning and affordable‑housing conversions
• Resolution 25286 – Award of a Non‑Fair & Open Professional Services Agreement to Tyco Animal Control for animal control services
• Resolution 25287 – Award of a Non‑Fair & Open Agreement to Whalen and Ives, Inc. for HVAC repair, supplies and services
• Resolution 25283 – Authorization to return unused escrow funds
• Resolution 25290 – Refund of tax overpayment for 234 Paul Court

Meeting

The Hillsdale Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates on field improvements at the Memorial and Centennial sites, a finance committee report, and a recreation basketball program. Additional items include the release of the winter brochure, a review of 2025 activities, and an outlook for 2026. The commission will also provide a community‑center update and announce upcoming holiday lighting events.

• Field Improvements Update – Memorial & Centennial
• Finance Committee Meeting Update
• Recreation Basketball Update
• Winter Brochure Released
• Community Center Update

Board of Health

The Hillsdale Board of Health reviewed its 2025 budget and discussed several public health matters. It decided not to conduct a skin cancer screening in 2025, planning to revisit the program in 2026. The board also noted a successful rabies clinic on November 13 and ongoing discussions about hoarding issues.

• Reviewed the 2025 Board of Health budget
• Decided to suspend skin cancer screening in 2025, to revisit in 2026
• Rabies clinic held on 11/13 was reported as a success
• Discussed hoarding issues via a Zoom meeting, still in process
• Planned to invite emergency service personnel to future meetings

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning/Zoning Board will consider a continued hearing on the Hillsdale Self Storage site plan (PZ‑7‑25) at 560 Piermont Ave. It will also hold a new hearing on a fence and retaining wall request (PZ‑9‑25) for Block 713 Lot 1, 50 Colonial Blvd. The meeting includes standard procedural items and concludes with an adjournment.

• Continued hearing – PZ‑7‑25 – Site Plan for Hillsdale Self Storage, 560 Piermont Ave.
• New hearing – PZ‑9‑25 – Fence / Retaining Wall request for Block 713 Lot 1, 50 Colonial Blvd.

The Planning/Zoning Board voted to approve the Hillsdale Self Storage LLC site plan, attaching the specified conditions. The motion was carried by a roll‑call vote of six members in favor and one against. The approval will be formalized in a resolution at the December 11, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Hillsdale Self Storage site plan with conditions (6‑1 vote)

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt Ordinance 25-25, which authorizes $500,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for recreation projects and acquisitions. The council will also consider a consent agenda of resolutions (25256‑25280) covering interlocal agreements for the police pistol range, contract authorizations, appointments, fund returns, and other routine matters. After the consent items, the meeting will move to closed session before adjourning.

• Adoption of Ordinance 25-25 authorizing $500,000 for recreation improvements and acquisitions
• Resolution 25257 authorizing interlocal services agreement with River Vale for use of the Hillsdale police pistol range
• Resolution 25258 authorizing interlocal services agreement with Old Tappan for use of the Hillsdale police pistol range
• Resolution 25260 authorizing a contract with Edmunds & Associates, Inc.
• Resolution 25275 awarding a contract for police department storage lockers through Sourcewell Cooperative Pricing System

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will hold a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker. A resolution will suspend Article 4 Section 9 of the borough by‑laws to allow Ordinance 25‑25 to proceed. Ordinance 25‑25, a capital ordinance, authorizes $500,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for recreation improvements and receives its first reading. A separate resolution will award a non‑fair & open contract to Applied Landscape Technologies for Memorial Park improvements.

• Ordinance 25‑25 – capital ordinance authorizing $500,000 for recreation improvements (first reading)
• Resolution 25254 – suspending Article 4 Section 9 of the by‑laws for Ordinance 25‑25
• Resolution 25255 – authorizing award of a non‑fair & open contract to Applied Landscape Technologies for Memorial Park improvements
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker on agenda items
• Motion to adjourn the meeting

Planning Board

The Planning/Zoning Board will hold a continued public hearing on application PZ‑7‑25 for a self‑storage facility at 560 Piermont Avenue (Block 1208 Lot 1). The board will discuss the Master Plan consistency review of the Memorial Field improvements. Routine invoice approvals are also on the agenda.

• Continued hearing of PZ‑7‑25: self‑storage site plan at 560 Piermont Ave.
• Master Plan consistency review of Memorial Field improvements.
• Approve CSG Law invoices totaling $1,610.50.
• Approve Burgis Associates, Inc. invoice of $560.00.
• Approve Harwood Lloyd, LLC invoice of $2,571.50.

The Planning/Zoning Board voted to approve three invoices: CSG Law for $1,610.50, Burgis Associates, Inc. for $560.00, and Harwood Lloyd, LLC for $2,571.50. Each motion was seconded and passed. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved CSG Law invoice $1,610.50 (motion passed)
• Approved Burgis Associates, Inc. invoice $560.00 (motion passed)
• Approved Harwood Lloyd, LLC invoice $2,571.50 (motion passed)

Board of Health

The Hillsdale Board of Health approved the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting and received reports on environmental health, nursing, and finances. The board discussed the 2025 budget and decided not to conduct skin cancer screenings in 2025.

• Approval of September 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 Board of Health budget
• Decision to not conduct Skin Cancer Screening in 2025
• Introduction of Food License Ordinance 25-01
• Upcoming Blood Pressure Clinic for October and November

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will consider its consent agenda, which includes a resolution to award a contract for two leaf packers and two operators for the 2025 leaf season. Other consent items are a resolution to pay outstanding bills, a resolution to extend a discretionary property tax grace period during the federal government shutdown, and a resolution to endorse Public Service Electric & Gas's preliminary investigation of borough‑owned property. The meeting also includes routine business such as approval of minutes, public comment, and committee reports.

• Resolution 25250 – Award contract for two leaf packers and two operators for the 2025 leaf season
• Resolution 25251 – Payment of bills
• Resolution 25252 – Grant discretionary property tax grace period extension during federal government shutdown
• Resolution 25253 – Endorse PSE&G preliminary investigation of borough‑owned property
• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting

Planning Board

The Planning/Zoning Board will hold a continued hearing on the Hillsdale Self Storage site plan (PZ-7-25), located at 560 Piermont Ave, Block 1208 Lot 1. The agenda also lists invoice payments to CSG Law ($7,152.95 total) and to Burgis Associates, Inc. ($1,422.50 total). The meeting will adjourn and set the next public hearing for October 28, 2025.

• Continued hearing – PZ-7-25 – Hillsdale Self Storage site plan, 560 Piermont Ave.
• Invoice payments to CSG Law totaling $7,152.95.
• Invoice payment to Burgis Associates, Inc. totaling $1,422.50.
• Next public hearing scheduled for Thursday, October 28, 2025 at 7:30 pm.

The board approved two invoices—CSG Law for $7,152.95 and Burgis Associates for $1,422.50. It found the Hillsdale Self Storage application complete and allowed the project to proceed. The board withdrew the C‑2 variance for the second sign, making the remaining signage code‑compliant, and accepted Ms. Elizabeth McManus as an expert witness.

• Approved CSG Law invoice $7,152.95 (motion passed)
• Approved Burgis Associates invoice $1,422.50 (motion passed)
• Declared Hillsdale Self Storage application complete and allowed to proceed
• Accepted Ms. Elizabeth McManus as expert witness
• Withdrawn C‑2 variance for second sign; signage now compliant
• Removed second proposed sign; remaining sign to meet code

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will approve the minutes from the September 9 and September 16 meetings, consider several resolutions, and receive departmental reports. Key resolutions include increasing the price for the Northeast Roof Maintenance Company for the library roof replacement, authorizing the return of unused escrow funds for 329 Ell Road, and granting tax‑exempt status to a disabled veteran. The council will also approve the purchase of a water‑chemistry controller and related equipment for Stonybrook Swim Club.

• Approve minutes for September 9, 2025 and September 16, 2025 council meetings
• Resolution 25245: Increase price for Northeast Roof Maintenance Company for library roof replacement (Change Order #1)
• Resolution 25248: Authorize return of unused escrow funds for 329 Ell Road
• Resolution 25249: Grant tax‑exempt status to a disabled veteran
• Resolution 25246: Purchase water chemistry controller, pumps, valves, and parts for Stonybrook Swim Club

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will vote on several resolutions, including hiring a full-time laborer for the Department of Public Works and approving the 2024 annual audit and corrective action plan. The council will also discuss a letter from Sapienza Gardens requesting to hold an event on October 19, 2025. The meeting includes public comment periods for agenda items and general topics.

• Resolution 25240: Hiring full-time laborer Kenny Kasper for the Department of Public Works
• Resolution 25241: Authorizing return of unused escrow funds for Block 601 Lot 32
• Resolution 25242: Governing body certification of the 2024 annual audit
• Resolution 25243: Approving the 2024 annual audit corrective action plan
• Correspondence from Sapienza Gardens requesting to hold an event on October 19, 2025

The Council approved the 2024 annual audit and its accompanying corrective action plan. They also appointed a new full-time laborer for the Department of Public Works. The body declined a request to fund a third school resource officer, citing budget challenges.

• Approved 2024 Annual Audit Corrective Action Plan (6-0)
• Appointed Kenny Kasper as Full Time Laborer in DPW at $46,350 annual salary (6-0)
• Authorized advertising for 2026 professional positions including Borough and Planning Board attorneys (6-0)
• Approved $26.25 refund of unused escrow funds for Block 601 Lot 32 (6-0)
• Certified the 2024 Annual Audit (6-0)
• Denied request to fund $50,000 for a third school resource officer
• Approved September 9, 2025 Closed Session minutes (6-0)

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board will consider a continued site plan hearing for a self-storage facility at 560 Piermont Ave. and a continued hearing for a home addition at 41 Craig Rd. The meeting also includes the approval of invoices totaling $6,967.50.

• Continued hearing: Hillsdale Self Storage site plan at 560 Piermont Ave.
• Continued hearing: Home addition at 41 Craig Rd.
• Approval of invoices: Christopher P. Statile, P.A. ($3,267.50)
• Approval of invoices: Harwood Lloyd LLP ($462.50)
• Approval of invoices: Burgis Associates, Inc. ($2,237.50)

The Planning/Zoning Board approved Resolution #2025-18 for an addition at 41 Craig Rd. All eight board members voted Yes. The board also approved two invoice motions totaling $2,700. No other actions were decided.

• Approved Resolution #2025-18 (addition at 41 Craig Rd.) – unanimous Yes vote
• Approved Harwood Lloyd invoice total $462.50 – Passed
• Approved Burgis Associates, Inc. invoice total $2,237.50 – Passed

Council

The Borough Council will consider the adoption of ordinances regarding lead-based paint inspections and capital improvements for the Stonybrook Swim Club. The body will also introduce a new ordinance to replace the existing tree code. Additionally, the council will review a consent agenda featuring various contracts and administrative appointments.

• Ordinance 25-22: Adding Chapter 235 concerning Lead-Based Paint Inspections
• Ordinance 25-23: Appropriating $50,000 for Stonybrook Swim Club improvements
• Ordinance 25-24: Introduction of a replacement for §286, Trees
• Resolution 25223: Non-Fair and Open Contract with CivicPlus for Social Media Archiving
• Resolution 25229: Advertising bids for two supplemental garbage truck rentals and operators for 2025 leaf removal

Board of Health

The Hillsdale Board of Health held a regular meeting on September 4, 2025, approving minutes from June 19, 2025, and receiving quarterly reports from the Health Officer and Nurse. No public comments were made, and the board discussed prior business including bylaws, budget, and community events.

• Approval of minutes from June 19, 2025 meeting
• Review of quarterly health reports including food inspections, animal bite cases, and immunization compliance
• Discussion of 2025 Board of Health budget
• Introduction of Food License Ordinance 25-01 and Salary Ordinance 25-01 (no votes taken)
• Decision not to conduct Skin Cancer Screening in 2025

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning/Zoning Board will conduct a regular meeting to review four new land-use applications: two additions, one site plan for a self-storage facility, and one amended minor site plan. The board will also approve invoices totaling $5,902.00. No substantive decisions are listed on this agenda.

• PZ-05-25: Addition at 41 Craig Rd. (Daniel & Shari Kramer)
• PZ-7-25: Site plan for Hillsdale Self Storage at 560 Piermont Ave.
• PZ-02-25: Amended minor site plan at 60 Broadway (Vartan Nazarian)
• Invoices approved: $1,350.00 (Christopher P. Statile, P.A.) and $4,552.00 (CSG Law)

The board approved Resolution #2025-16 for 32 Riverdale Street and Resolution #2025-17 for 60 Broadway, adding a sidewalk engineer condition. It also approved the addition application (PZ-05-25) at 41 Craig Rd after a unanimous roll‑call vote. Two invoice motions – $310 to Christopher P. Statile, P.A. and $1,000 to CSG LAW – were passed. Mayor Sheinfield and Dr. Weinberg recused themselves from the self‑storage hearing.

• Approved Resolution #2025-16 for 32 Riverdale St (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Resolution #2025-17 for 60 Broadway with engineer sidewalk condition (unanimous roll call)
• Approved addition application PZ-05-25 at 41 Craig Rd (unanimous roll call)
• Approved invoice 2025-33 to Christopher P. Statile, P.A. for $310 (motion passed)
• Approved invoice 645261 to CSG LAW for $1,000 (motion passed)
• Mayor Sheinfield recused from self‑storage hearing (conflict of interest)
• Dr. Weinberg recused from self‑storage hearing (conflict of interest)

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council held a regular meeting on August 12, 2025, introducing two ordinances for first reading: one adding lead-based paint inspection requirements and another authorizing $50,000 in improvements to Stonybrook Swim Club. The council also approved multiple resolutions, including contracts for Beechwood Park trail upgrades and police department computer upgrades, and accepted a bid for the trail project.

• Introduced Ordinance 25-22: Lead-based paint inspection requirements
• Introduced Ordinance 25-23: $50,000 Stonybrook Swim Club improvements
• Approved bid for Beechwood Park Nature Trail Improvements Project
• Approved $6,613.16 performance bond release for 23 Ruckman Avenue
• Approved non-fair and open contract for Hillsdale Police Department computer upgrades

Planning Board

The Planning/Zoning Board will vote on resolutions for a minor subdivision and a new home. The board will also hold continued hearings regarding property improvements and a site plan.

• Resolution #2025-14: Minor Subdivision at 48 Wierimus Lane (Block 605 Lot 9)
• Resolution #2025-15: New Single-Family Home at 33 Beechwood Drive (Block 1108 Lot 3)
• Continued hearing: Impervious coverage and setbacks for patio, walls, and kitchen at 32 Riverdale Street
• Continued hearing: Amended Minor Site Plan at 60 Broadway

The Planning/Zoning Board approved two memorializing resolutions: Resolution #2025-14 for a minor subdivision at 48 Wierimus Lane and Resolution #2025-15 for a new single‑family home at 33 Beechwood Drive. The board also approved the Kanter outdoor‑kitchen application (PZ‑02‑24) with conditions, with a roll‑call vote of five Yes and three No. No decision was recorded on the amended minor site plan for 60 Broadway.

• Approved Resolution #2025-14 minor subdivision (5 Yes votes)
• Approved Resolution #2025-15 new single‑family home (4 Yes votes)
• Approved Kanter patio/outdoor‑kitchen application with conditions (5 Yes, 3 No)
• No decision recorded on amended minor site plan for 60 Broadway

Planning Board

The Planning/Zoning Board will hold hearings for a minor subdivision and a new single-family home. The board will also vote on resolutions regarding a jurisdictional dispute for a property in Washington Township.

• New hearing for minor subdivision at 48 Wierimus Lane (Block 605 Lot 9)
• Continued hearing for new single-family home at 33 Beechwood Drive (Block 1108 Lot 3)
• Resolution #2025-12: Denial of jurisdiction for 11 Boulevard South, Township of Washington
• Resolution #2025-13: Defense of denial of jurisdiction for driveway on paper street at 11 Boulevard South
• Payment of CSG Law invoices totaling $3,007.77

The Planning/Zoning Board approved Resolution #2025-13 authorizing acceptance of service related to a driveway jurisdiction issue. It also approved a minor subdivision lot‑line change for 48 Wierimus Lane. Resolution #2025-12 denying jurisdiction over the driveway application was adopted. The Mayor announced that the HE&FSP was accepted by the Mayor and Council.

• Approved Resolution #2025-13 authorizing acceptance of service (5 Yes)
• Approved minor subdivision lot‑line change for 48 Wierimus Lane (7 Yes)
• Adopted Resolution #2025-12 denying jurisdiction over driveway application (no vote recorded)
• HE&FSP accepted by Mayor and Council (announcement)

Council

The Borough Council will review a consent agenda featuring several equipment purchases and service contracts. The body is also discussing a grant application for road reconstruction and the appointment of a telecommunications consultant.

• Grant application for Ralph Avenue & Legion Place Reconstruction Project – 00268
• Purchase of one insulated 40Ft Telescopic Aerial Platform Lift for DPW
• Contract for roof repair, replacement, and maintenance via Bergen County Cooperative Pricing System
• Appointment of Hoplite Communications, LLC as Telecommunications Attorney and Consultant
• Tax exempt status for P.V.H.R.S. at 63 Patterson Street

Council

The Borough Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on a resolution regarding housing planning. The primary item for decision is the endorsement of the 2025 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan.

• Resolution 25198: Endorsing the 2025 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board adopted the 2025 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (HE&FSP) update to the Master Plan via Resolution #2025-11, with all members voting yes. The board also dismissed an application for improved street access at 11 Boulevard South for lack of jurisdiction. A continued hearing for 32 Riverdale Street was postponed due to insufficient notice.

• Adopted 2025 Housing Element & Fair Share Plan update (Resolution #2025-11) (9-0)
• Dismissed PZ-12-24 for 11 Boulevard South (improved street access) for lack of jurisdiction (7-0)
• Postponed PZ-02-24 for 32 Riverdale Street (patio/retaining walls/outdoor kitchen) due to insufficient notice
• Approved invoices totaling $3,030.00 for Christopher P. Statile, P.A.
• Approved meeting minutes of June 12, 2025

Planning Board

The Planning/Zoning Board will conduct continued hearings regarding property setbacks and street access. The board will also review invoices and a presentation from the Borough Planner.

• Payment of $3,220.00 in total invoices to Christopher P. Statile, P.A.
• Continued hearing for 32 Riverdale Street (Block 1517 / Lot 13) regarding impervious coverage and patio/kitchen setbacks
• Continued hearing for 11 Boulevard South (Block 4103 / 14) regarding improved street access
• Zoom presentation by Borough Planner regarding HEFSP
• Vote on Resolution #2025-12 regarding HEFSP

The Planning/Zoning Board adopted the 2025 Housing Element & Fair Share Plan update to the Master Plan. It dismissed the Cianfrone Properties street‑access application for lack of jurisdiction. The board also approved one invoice for $975.00.

• Adopted Resolution #2025-11 to update the Housing Element & Fair Share Plan (9‑yes vote)
• Dismissed Cianfrone Properties street‑access application for lack of jurisdiction (7‑yes vote)
• Approved invoice 2025-25 for $975.00 (motion passed)
• Closed public portion of meeting (no public questions)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:30 PM

Board of Health

The Board of Health reviewed health officer and nurse reports for April and May 2025. The board voted against a proposed Salary Ordinance and decided not to conduct skin cancer screenings in 2025.

• Voted 'No' on Salary Ordinance-Ordinance 25 01
• Reviewed Food License Ordinance-Ordinance 25 01 (no changes requested)
• Reported 13 retail food inspections across April and May
• Confirmed 100% compliance for 2024-2025 school and day care immunization audits
• Scheduled Hillsdale Day for 9/13 with a rain date of 9/14

Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and votes on several ordinances, including funding for recreation facilities and updates to the borough code. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss personnel, public works, and affordable housing.

• Ordinance 25-15: $5,100,000 bond for Memorial Park Recreation and Athletic Facilities Project
• Ordinance 25-18: $1,250,500 for various public improvements and acquisitions
• Ordinance 25-19: Prohibiting leashed or unleashed dogs on municipal fields
• Ordinance 25-20: Repeal and replacement of Chapter 154 regarding flood hazard maps and administration
• Ordinance 25-21: Introduction of updated overnight parking by permit in residential zones

Planning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a new hearing regarding an amended minor site plan for a property on Broadway. The board will also consider a resolution for a property addition on Cole’s Crossing Road.

• New hearing for amended minor site plan at 60 Broadway (Block 1308 Lot 1)
• Resolution #2025-10 for addition at 1A Cole’s Crossing Road (Block 1007 Lot 3)

The board approved Resolution #2025-10 concerning an addition on Block 1007 Lot 3, 1A Cole’s Crossing Road for John & Karen Small. The approval passed by roll‑call with all six members voting Yes. The board also adjourned the hearing on the amended minor site plan for 60 Broadway (PZ‑02‑25) to a public hearing scheduled for July 22, 2025.

• Approved Resolution #2025-10 for Cole’s Crossing Road addition (6 Yes votes)
• Adjourned hearing on PZ‑02‑25 (60 Broadway) to July 22, 2025

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning/Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on three new land-use applications: a minor subdivision at 96 Washington Avenue, an addition at 1A Cole’s Crossing Road, and a new single-family home at 33 Beechwood Drive. The board will also vote on seven invoices totaling $7,398 from two law firms.

• Approve invoices totaling $4,545 from Christopher P. Statile, P.A.
• Approve invoices totaling $2,853.10 from CSG Law
• Public hearing on minor subdivision at 96 Washington Avenue (PZ-1-25)
• Public hearing on addition at 1A Cole’s Crossing Road (PZ-4-25)
• Public hearing on new single-family home at 33 Beechwood Drive (PZ-3-25)

The Planning Board approved Resolution #2025-09 to move a lot line after a unanimous roll‑call vote. It also approved the Small family’s addition variance (PZ‑4‑25) with all six members voting Yes. The board authorized payment of invoices for Christopher P. Statile, P.A. ($4,545.00) and CSG LAW ($2,853.10). The D‑variance application for the Cashell property was adjourned to the July 10, 2025 meeting.

• Approved Resolution #2025-09 (minor sub‑division lot line change) – passed (all Yes)
• Approved addition variance PZ‑4‑25 for John & Karen Small – passed (Alter, Friedman, Weinberg, Hipp, Sheinfield, Riordan Yes)
• Approved Christopher P. Statile, P.A. invoices totaling $4,545.00 – passed
• Approved CSG LAW invoices totaling $2,853.10 – passed
• Adjourned D‑variance application PZ‑3‑25 for Vincent & Mary Cashell to July 10, 2025 – adjourned

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will meet on May 13, 2025. The agenda includes introduction of two ordinances: one would modify rules on dogs in municipal fields, and another would repeal and replace the flood hazard chapter of the code, adopt new flood hazard maps, and designate a floodplain administrator. The council will also vote on resolutions to appoint a police chief, authorize third-quarter estimated tax bills, and award a non-fair and open contract for computer support services. A closed session is scheduled for discussion of police personnel.

• Resolution 25150 appointing Police Chief of the Hillsdale Police Department
• First reading of Ordinance 25-20 to adopt new flood hazard maps and designate a floodplain administrator
• First reading of Ordinance 25-19 to modify §220-3(J) prohibiting leashed or unleashed dogs on municipal fields
• Resolution 25152 authorizing a non-fair and open contract with Quikteks, LLC for computer support services
• Closed session for police personnel under N.J.S.A. 10:4-12

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a reconsideration hearing for a previously decided application regarding an existing patio, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchen at 32 Riverdale Street. The board will also consider a resolution for a minor subdivision moving a lot line at 96 Washington Avenue. A continued hearing for improved street access at 11 Boulevard South has been moved to June 24. Invoices totaling $4,545.00 for legal services are presented for approval.

• Reconsideration hearing for PZ-02-24: existing patio, retaining walls and outdoor kitchen at 32 Riverdale Street (Block 1517/Lot 13)
• Resolution #2025-09: minor subdivision (moving lot line only) at 96 Washington Avenue (Block 1801/Lot 24) by Stephen Petrocelli
• Continued hearing for PZ-12-24: improved street access at 11 Boulevard South, Township of Washington (Cianfrone Properties, LLC) – moved to June 24, 2025
• Invoices from Christopher P. Statile, P.A. totaling $4,545.00 (2025-17 through 2025-24)
• Public comment period on items other than listed agenda

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council will hold public hearings and consider adoption of the 2025 municipal budget, as well as a bond ordinance authorizing $5,100,000 for the Memorial Park Recreation and Athletic Facilities project. The council will also introduce a $1,250,500 capital ordinance for various public improvements and adopt ordinances amending fees for soil movement and creating rules for privately-owned salt storage. A closed session will address police and affordable housing personnel matters.

• Adoption of the 2025 Municipal Budget (Resolution 25129)
• Introduction of a $5,100,000 bond ordinance for the Memorial Park Recreation and Athletic Facilities project (Ordinance 25-15)
• Introduction of a $1,250,500 capital ordinance for various public improvements and acquisitions (Ordinance 25-18)
• Adoption of Ordinance 25-13 amending Chapter 138 (Fees) pertaining to soil movement
• Adoption of Ordinance 25-14 creating Article IV – Privately-Owned Salt Storage under Chapter 258 (Storm Sewers)

Board of Health

The Hillsdale Board of Health held its regular meeting on April 29, 2025, approving minutes from March 18 and receiving reports on March activities. The health officer reported 18 retail food inspections, three complaints, and progress on immunization audits. The board discussed a bylaws revision to be voted on next meeting and decided not to conduct skin cancer screening in 2025, revisiting the decision in 2026. No public comments were made.

• 18 retail food inspections conducted in March 2025
• 3 housing and food surveillance complaints received in March
• Child Health Clinic held every 3rd Wednesday at Waldwick Clinic on White's Lane
• Skin cancer screening cancelled for 2025; to revisit in 2026
• Bylaws revision reviewed and vote scheduled for next meeting

Planning Board

The Board voted to approve the lot line change application PZ-1-25, moving 8,672 sq ft from Lot 24 to Lot 37 at 96 Washington Avenue. The motion was made by Secretary Raymond, seconded by Dr. Weinberg, and passed with a roll‑call vote of eight Yes votes. The Board also approved two invoices: Burgis Associates for $160.00 and CSG LAW for $2,274.60.

• Approved Burgis Associates invoice $160.00 (motion by E. Alter, seconded by M. Sheinfield, passed)
• Approved CSG LAW invoices totaling $2,274.60 (motion by M. Sheinfield, seconded by A. Weinberg, passed)
• Approved lot line change application PZ-1-25 moving 8,672 sq ft at 96 Washington Ave (motion by Secretary Raymond, seconded by Dr. Weinberg, unanimous Yes)

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board is considering application PZ-02-25 for a canopy addition to the fueling station at 60 Broadway (Block 1308, Lot 1). The applicant's engineer has submitted responses to prior comments regarding lighting, sidewalk replacement, fuel tank regulations, signage, and stormwater management. The board will decide whether to approve the proposal.

• Canopy addition at 60 Broadway (Block 1308, Lot 1) fueling station
• Applicant agrees to replace sidewalks and curbing as directed
• Applicant to comply with NJDEP regulations for underground fuel tank removal and installation
• No new signage proposed; future sign requires separate application
• Striping to be renewed with reflective thermoplastic per approved plans

Council

The Borough Council will discuss an amendment to the 2025 budget and introduce an ordinance regarding privately-owned salt storage. The body is also considering several professional service agreements and the hiring of part-time inspectors.

• Resolution 25117: Amending the 2025 Budget
• Ordinance 25-14: Creating Article IV for Privately-Owned Salt Storage in Chapter 258
• Resolution 25118: Engineering services agreement with Colliers Engineering & Design for Memorial Park Improvements
• Resolution 25123: Professional services agreement with Piazza & Associates for Affordable Housing Compliance
• Resolutions 25120 and 25121: Authorization to hire part-time building and plumbing inspectors

Council

The Borough Council is meeting to adopt several ordinances, including budget appropriation limits and recreation department fees. The body will also consider a contract for janitorial services and an agreement for a cell tower project.

• Ordinance 25-11: Appropriation of $55,000 for a new Police Department pick-up truck
• Ordinance 25-08: Exceeding municipal budget appropriation limits and establishing a cap bank
• Ordinance 25-09 and 25-10: Establishing Recreation Department program fees and salaries
• Resolution 25107: Awarding janitorial services contract to Tropical Cleaning Services LLC
• Resolution 25110: Engineering services agreement with Colliers Engineering & Design for the Stonybrook Cell Tower Project

Planning Board

The Planning/Zoning Board will hold a hearing regarding a request from Cianfrone Properties, LLC for improved street access. The board will also review meeting minutes from March 13, 2025.

• Hearing for PZ-12-24: Improved Street Access at 11 Boulevard South (Block 4103 / 14)
• Payment to CSG Law totaling $1,943.50

The board approved payment of a $2,517 invoice from CSG Law. The PZ-12-24 street‑access application was moved to the May 8, 2025 meeting because of a jurisdictional issue. The board’s checklist was updated to include a six‑month expiration for the 200‑foot list. A meeting to discuss the existing Tree Ordinance was scheduled for next Thursday.

• Approved CSG Law invoice $2,517 (motion passed)
• Postponed PZ-12-24 street‑access application to May 8, 2025 (no vote recorded)
• Edited checklist to add six‑month expiration for 200‑foot list
• Scheduled discussion of Existing Tree Ordinance for next Thursday

Council

The Hillsdale Borough Council is holding an emergency meeting to authorize a closed session to discuss settlement of a disciplinary matter with Police Chief Sean Smith prior to a scheduled hearing. The meeting will include public comment and then adjourn to closed session under the Open Public Meetings Act for police personnel matters.

• Resolution 25105 authorizing emergency meeting without sufficient notice for closed session
• Resolution 25106 to hold closed session for police personnel matters
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Next regular meeting scheduled for April 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Board of Health

The Hillsdale Board of Health held its regular meeting on March 18, 2025, approving minutes and receiving reports from the health officer and nurse. Key discussions included a concern about artificial turf installation, a decision not to conduct skin cancer screening in 2025, and a proposal to rejoin the Local Board of Health Association for $95. The board also reviewed by-laws revisions and set new meeting dates for later in the year.

• Artificial turf installation concern discussed
• Skin cancer screening cancelled for 2025; will revisit in 2026
• Rejoining Local Board of Health Association ($95 membership fee)
• By-laws revision reviewed and discussed for acceptance
• Municipal Alliance resolution to include Dan Conte, Head of Recreation

Council

The Borough Council is holding an emergency meeting to authorize a closed session. The purpose is to discuss a settlement regarding a disciplinary matter with Police Chief Sean Smith.

• Resolution 25103: Authorizing emergency meeting to discuss disciplinary settlement with Police Chief Sean Smith

Planning Board

The Planning/Zoning Board will consider a resolution for a new home at 71 Beechwood Drive and a reconsideration of a denied application for 32 Riverdale Street. The board will also discuss the 200 Foot List expiration date and the existing Tree Ordinance.

• Resolution PZ-11-24: New Home building height at 71 Beechwood Drive
• Reconsideration of denied application PZ-02-24: Patio, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchen at 32 Riverdale Street
• Discussion on the expiration date of the 200 Foot List
• Discussion on the existing Tree Ordinance
• Payment of invoices to Christopher P. Statile, P.A. totaling $4,097.50

The board approved Resolution #2025-08 for a new home at 71 Beechwood Drive (Block 1120, Lot 12) with a unanimous roll-call vote. A reconsideration application for 32 Riverdale Street was continued to April 22, 2025, pending engineer testimony. The board also formed a sub-committee to review the tree ordinance and decided to add a six-month expiration to the 200-foot notice checklist.

• Approved Resolution #2025-08 for new home at 71 Beechwood Drive (unanimous)
• Continued PZ-02-24 (32 Riverdale Street) to April 22, 2025
• Formed sub-committee to review Tree Ordinance §286
• Decided to add six-month expiration to 200-foot notice checklist

Council

The Borough Council will present the 2025 budget, including revenues and appropriations. The body is also considering several new ordinances regarding department fees, salaries, and equipment acquisitions.

• Introduction of the 2025 Budget and Ordinance 25-08 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits
• Ordinance 25-11 to appropriate $55,000 for a new Police Department pick-up truck using DOJ funds
• Ordinance 25-09 to establish Recreation Department programs and summer camp fees
• Ordinance 25-10 to establish salaries for the Recreation Department
• Ordinance 25-12 to amend the Borough Code regarding municipal parking lots

Council

The Borough Council will consider adopting Ordinance 25-07, authorizing $93,000 in improvements to the Stonybrook Swim Club funded from the Swim Pool Utility Capital Fund Balance. A 2025 budget presentation is scheduled. Resolutions include agreements with the NJDEP Blue Acres Program, FEMA hazard mitigation grants, and contracts for leaf disposal.

• Adoption of Ordinance 25-07: $93,000 capital improvements to Stonybrook Swim Club
• 2025 budget presentation
• Resolution to support publishing legal notices on official government websites
• Resolution authorizing MOU with NJDEP for the Blue Acres Program
• Resolutions authorizing contracts with RER Supply and Organic Recycling for leaf disposal facility use

Planning Board

The Planning/Zoning Board will consider a resolution for a deck and impervious coverage at 68 Saddlewood Drive. The board will also hold a hearing regarding the building height of an existing home at 71 Beechwood Drive.

• Resolution #2025-7: Deck and impervious coverage at 68 Saddlewood Drive (Tetra Investments, LLC)
• Hearing: Building height for existing home at 71 Beechwood Drive
• Payment of CSG Law invoices totaling $2,662.30

The Hillsdale Planning Board approved a D variance for a new home at 71 Beechwood Drive, allowing a height of 36 feet instead of the 33-foot maximum, with conditions including a landscaping plan and no exterior lighting above the first floor. The board also approved Resolution #2025-7 for a deck at 68 Saddlewood Drive and paid invoices totaling $2,662.30. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comments.

• Approved Resolution #2025-7 for deck at 68 Saddlewood Drive (7-0)
• Approved height variance for 71 Beechwood Drive with conditions (6-1, Riordan dissenting)
• Approved invoices totaling $2,662.30
• Approved January 9, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Hillsdale Board of Health received monthly reports from the Health Officer, Nurse, and Secretary, including retail inspections and immunization audits. The board discussed prior business items including the 2025 budget, calendar conflicts with the borough, and concerns about artificial turf installation. It was decided not to conduct skin cancer screening in 2025, with a revisit in 2026.

• 8 retail inspections conducted in January 2025.
• 1 housing complaint received.
• Yearly immunization audits for schools and daycare in progress.
• Board discussed artificial turf installation concerns (no decision noted).
• Board decided to cancel skin cancer screening for 2025.

Council

The Borough Council will consider the adoption of amendments to the Hillsdale-Patterson Street Redevelopment Plan and a long-term tax exemption for Block 1208, Lot 1. The body will also discuss a concept for Memorial Field and introduce a capital ordinance for swim pool improvements.

• Adoption of Ordinance 25-05: Amendment to Hillsdale-Patterson Street Redevelopment Plan
• Adoption of Ordinance 25-06: Long-term tax exemption for Piermont Avenue Urban Renewal (Block 1208, Lot 1)
• Introduction of Ordinance 25-07: $93,000 for Stonybrook Swim Club improvements
• Resolution 25073: Approval of Collective Bargaining Agreement with Hillsdale PBA Local 207
• Resolution 25085: Shared Services Agreement with Township of River Vale for EMS and/or Fire Services

Council

The council will meet to adopt ordinances amending municipal fees (25-01), establishing salary ranges for the swimming pool commission (25-02), and setting recreation program and summer camp fees (25-03) and recreation department salaries (25-04). The meeting begins with a closed session to discuss PBA Local 207 contract negotiations, police personnel, and a shared services agreement for the municipal court. A consent agenda includes resolutions for hiring, tax exemptions, and contract amendments.

• Adoption of Ordinance 25-01 amending fee schedule and Swimming Pool Commission chapter
• Adoption of Ordinance 25-02 establishing salary ranges for Swimming Pool Commission staff
• Adoption of Ordinance 25-03 establishing Recreation Department program and summer camp fees
• Adoption of Ordinance 25-04 establishing Recreation Department salaries
• Closed session for PBA Local 207 contract negotiation, police personnel, and shared services

Council

The Borough Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on a resolution regarding affordable housing. The meeting is being conducted solely via the Zoom platform.

• Resolution 25057: Committing to Round 4 Present and Prospective Need Affordable Housing Obligations

Planning Board

The Hillsdale Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a deck application at 68 Saddlewood Drive and reconsider an existing patio and outdoor kitchen at 32 Riverdale Street. The board will also appoint a new alternate member, approve resolutions and invoices, and receive referrals of two ordinances from the Mayor and Council.

• Hearing for PZ-10-24: deck and impervious coverage at 68 Saddlewood Drive (Tetra Investments, LLC)
• Reconsideration of PZ-02-24: existing patio, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchen at 32 Riverdale Street (Michael and Fran Kanter)
• Invoices totaling $3,931.25 to board engineer, planner, and attorney
• Appointment of Starke Hipp as Alternate #1 to the Planning Board
• Referrals of Ordinance #25-05 and #25-06 from Mayor and Council

The board approved a variance for impervious coverage for a deck at 68 Saddlewood Drive (PZ-10-24), allowing 34.6% coverage against the 30% maximum. It also voted to reconsider a previously denied application for 32 Riverdale Street, scheduling a new hearing for March 13, 2025. The board approved resolutions for officers and professionals, and authorized letters to the mayor and council regarding two ordinances.

• Approved impervious coverage variance for deck at 68 Saddlewood Drive (8-0)
• Granted reconsideration for 32 Riverdale Street application, scheduled for March 13, 2025 (6-1)
• Approved officer resolutions for Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary (7-0)
• Approved professional resolutions for Attorney, Engineer, Planner (7-0)
• Approved invoices totaling $3,931.25
• Approved minutes from January 9, 2025
• Instructed letter to mayor/council with comments on Ordinance #25-05 (5-0-2 abstentions)
• Instructed letter to mayor/council with no comments on Ordinance #25-06 (6-0-1 abstention)

Board of Health

The Hillsdale Board of Health held a regular meeting on January 21, 2025, where they approved minutes and reports from previous months, heard public comments regarding health concerns about artificial turf installation on Memorial Field, and discussed various health program activities including retail inspections, a rabies clinic, and routine administrative items.

• Two residents (Russell Griffee and Julie Van Dyken) raised health concerns about artificial turf installation on Memorial Field during public comment
• Three retail inspections in November and two in December 2024 conducted by the Health Officer
• Rabies clinic held on November 6, 2024, with COVID-19 home tests distributed
• Approval of an additional 8 hours for nurse Lois Kohan
• Decision to rejoin the Local Board of Health Association

Council

The Borough Council is introducing several ordinances regarding swimming pool and recreation department fees and salaries. The body is also considering amendments to the Hillsdale-Patterson Street Redevelopment Plan and a tax exemption for Block 1208, Lot 1.

• Ordinance 25-05: Amendment to the Hillsdale-Patterson Street Redevelopment Plan
• Ordinance 25-06: Long-term tax exemption for Piermont Avenue Urban Renewal (Block 1208, Lot 1)
• Ordinances 25-01, 25-03: Fee changes for Swimming Pool Commission and Recreation Department
• Resolution 25044: Release of $3,461.00 performance bond for 305 Patterson Street
• Resolution 25041: Grant application for police body armor and outer carriers

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold elections for Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary. The board will also appoint an attorney, engineer, and planner. This meeting includes the administration of oaths for four board members.

• Administration of oaths for Daniel Friedman, Arthur Weinberg, and Starke Hipp
• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Payment of CSG Law invoices totaling $1,111.00
• Appointment of Planning Board Attorney, Engineer, and Planner

The Hillsdale Planning Board held its annual reorganization meeting, appointing officers and professionals for 2025. All appointments were approved by roll call votes, with abstentions from the appointees. No substantive land-use decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Appointed Ms. Kates as Chairwoman for 2025 (abstained; all others in favor)
• Appointed Mr. Riordan as Vice Chairman for 2025 (abstained; all others in favor)
• Appointed Mr. Raymond as Secretary for 2025 (abstained; all others in favor)
• Approved invoices totaling $1,111.00 (motion by S. Raymond, second E. Alter)
• Approved open and closed meeting minutes from December 19, 2024
• Appointed Mr. Marc Leibman as Board Attorney for 2025 (abstentions: Ms. Guzman, Mayor Sheinfield)
• Appointed Mr. Christopher Statile as Board Engineer for 2025 (all in favor)
• Appointed Mr. Tom Behrens as Board Planner for 2025 (all in favor)

Council

The council will swear in two new members, elect a council president, and appoint the borough attorney, committee chairs, liaisons, and fire/police department officers. A consent agenda of 38 resolutions covers professional service contracts, bond counsel, auditor, and administrative appointments.

• Swearing in of Councilmembers Melissa Mazza-Chiong and Robert Colletti Jr.
• Appointment of Mark D. Madaio as Borough Attorney via resolution 25000 (non-fair and open contract, $25,000)
• Approval of 2025 Fire Department officers including Chief William Farrell
• Confirmation of 2025 Police Department personnel list including 22 officers and a clerk
• Consent agenda featuring 38 resolutions (R25001–R25038) for professional services, tax rates, and administrative policies