Lincoln Park, NJ

Planning Board

Borough Council

The Lincoln Park Borough Council will hold a work/regular meeting on August 17, 2026, to consider adopting Ordinance 19-26, which authorizes acquiring easements at 100 Chapel Hill Road (Block 33902, Lot 21) for a retaining wall replacement to improve sight distance at the Chapel Hill Road and Pine Brook Road intersection. The ordinance allows negotiation, purchase, or eminent domain if needed. The council will also discuss a proposed ordinance to prohibit parking on lawns, approve 2027 meeting dates, and consider resolutions on an electric utility audit and paying bills.

• Ordinance 19-26: Authorizes acquisition of easements at 100 Chapel Hill Road via negotiation or eminent domain for retaining wall work
• Discussion of proposed ordinance to prohibit parking on lawns and non-designated areas on residential properties
• Resolution R26-178: Urging a comprehensive independent investigation and performance audit of New Jersey's electric utilities
• Resolution R26-177: Certifying council review of the 2025 annual audit
• Approval of 2027 meeting dates and Borough holiday schedule

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Borough Council

The Borough Council will vote on ordinances to fund water main replacements and various capital improvements. The body is also discussing the acquisition of real property at Block 33902, Lot 21. Other items include board appointments and budget adjustments for special revenue.

• Ordinance 18-26: $2,249,600 for capital improvements and acquisitions
• Ordinance 17-26: $300,000 for water main replacements
• Ordinance 19-26: Acquisition of real property at Block 33902, Lot 21
• Contract with New Jersey Fire Equipment Co. for $94,891.50
• Budget insertions of $119,372 for Public Health Infrastructure Grant and $1,685.86 for Alcohol Education and Rehab Enforcement

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider several ordinances, including funding for water main replacements and various capital improvements. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding affordable housing manuals, public health mutual aid, and budget adjustments.

• Ordinance 17-26: Water main replacements and related expenses ($300,000; $255,000 in bonds)
• Ordinance 18-26: Capital improvements and acquisitions ($2,249,600; $1,602,519.50 in bonds)
• Ordinance 19-26: Acquisition of property interest for Block 33902, Lot 21
• Resolution R26-170: Insertion of $119,372 into the 2026 budget for Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) Program 2027
• Resolution R26-166: Insertion of $1,685.86 into the 2026 budget for Alcohol Education and Rehab Enforcement Fund

The Borough Council adopted two bond ordinances: one for $300,000 for water main replacements and another for $2,249,600 for various capital improvements. The council also approved a consent agenda including appointments, budget insertions, and a cell tower co-location lease with T-Mobile. A resolution amending the Borough Administrator's employment agreement to include Medicare premium reimbursement was adopted with Councilman Seise voting no.

• Adopted Ordinance 17-26 for water main replacements, appropriating $300,000 and issuing $255,000 in bonds (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 18-26 for capital improvements, appropriating $2,249,600 and issuing $1,602,519.50 in bonds (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 19-26 to acquire property at Block 33902/Lot 21 via eminent domain for a retaining wall (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda R26-166 through R26-172, including appointments, budget insertions, and T-Mobile cell tower co-location lease (7-0)
• Approved $94,891.50 contract with New Jersey Fire Equipment Co. for firefighter gear (7-0)
• Appointed Gerard Lomonaco to Planning Board Class IV member through Dec 31, 2027 (7-0)
• Adopted amendment to Borough Administrator's employment agreement adding Medicare premium reimbursement (6-1, Seise no)
• Approved $4,976,407.46 in bills and vouchers (7-0)

Planning Board

The Lincoln Park Planning Board will hold a regular meeting. The main item is a waiver request by Mary Anne Cullar for a Minor Subdivision and Variance Application (#64l) on property at 14 Montrose Street (Block 22305, Lot 1). The board will also consider approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Waiver request for Minor Subdivision and Variance #64l at 14 Montrose Street
• Approval of minutes from January through June 2026 regular meetings

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The board will consider a waiver request tied to Variance Application #2026-04, Floodplain Encroachment Application FPE 2026-03, and Grading Permit G26-03 by Shelter for Needy, Inc. for property at 85 Pine Brook Road. They will also vote on approving minutes from February, April, May, and June meetings.

• Waiver request by Shelter for Needy, Inc. for 85 Pine Brook Road (Block 45402, Lot 32) involving variance, floodplain encroachment, and grading permits
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 10, April 14, May 12, and June 9, 2026

Planning Board

The Lincoln Park Planning Board will meet on June 18, 2026, to approve minutes from five prior meetings and consider several development applications. Key items include a continued public hearing for a major site plan and variance application at 193 Main Street, and a minor subdivision application for 18 Nakomis Path. Multiple waiver requests related to site plans and grading permits are also on the agenda.

• Continued public hearing for Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan #384 and Floodplain Encroachment #FPE25-08 at 193 Main Street (carried from multiple prior meetings)
• Minor Subdivision Application #640 and Grading Permit #G25-03 by John M. Luciano at 18 Nakomis Path (Block 45209, Lot 8) — consideration of memorializing resolution
• Waiver request by H & S Realty Partners for Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan #390 and Floodplain Encroachment #FPE 26-02 at 107 Beaver Brook Road
• Waiver request by Daniel and Ofelia Blewitt for Grading Permit #G26-02 at 37 Highland Street
• Waiver request by Arca Realty, LLC for Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan #391 at 156 Main Street

Borough Council

The council is considering two bond ordinances: one for $2,249,600 for various capital improvements and acquisitions, and another for $300,000 for water main replacements, financed through bond issuance. Other items include liquor license renewals, a fee waiver for Lincoln Park Day, approval of the event date, escrow releases, sale of surplus property, grant applications, and a contract with Donnelly Energy for energy upgrades. Proclamations for Lincoln Park Night Out, Pride Month, and Eagle Scouts are also scheduled.

• Introduction of bond ordinance for $2,249,600 for various capital improvements and acquisitions
• Introduction of bond ordinance for $300,000 for water main replacements financed by $255,000 in bonds
• Authorization of contract with Donnelly Energy for HVAC, water fixture, and LED lighting upgrades
• Waiver of $100 fee and approval for Lincoln Park Day on September 26, 2026 (rain date September 27)
• Authorization for sale of surplus property no longer needed for public use

The Borough Council introduced two bond ordinances on first reading: one appropriating $300,000 for water main replacements (issuing $255,000 in bonds) and another appropriating $2,249,600 for various capital improvements (issuing $1,602,519.50 in bonds). Both will be considered for final passage on July 20, 2026. The council also approved a consent agenda of 23 resolutions covering liquor licenses, tax bills, escrow releases, grants, and a $414,884.23 energy efficiency contract with Donnelly Energy.

• Introduced water main replacement bond ordinance, $300,000 appropriation (6-0)
• Introduced $2,249,600 capital improvements bond ordinance (6-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 liquor license renewals (consent agenda)
• Waived $100 fee for Lincoln Park Day, approved street use for Sept 26, 2026 (consent agenda)
• Authorized sale of 10 surplus items via GovDeals auction June 17-July 17, 2026 (consent agenda)
• Approved $37,250.07 in change orders for Maturan Avenue road project (consent agenda)
• Authorized $414,884.23 contract with Donnelly Energy for HVAC/lighting upgrades (consent agenda)
• Approved $3,586,583.73 in total disbursements (R26-165)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will approve meeting minutes from January 13, February 10, April 14, and May 12, 2026 (if available). It will consider a one‑year time extension for Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan #385 and Variance Application #2024-10 submitted by Evangelical Mission and Seminary International, Inc. on Block 33201, Lot 20 (36 Alpine Drive). The board will also memorialize the resolution adopted on June 10, 2025 regarding this extension.

• Approval of minutes for Jan 13, Feb 10, Apr 14, May 12, 2026 (if available)
• Consideration of one‑year extension for Variance Application #2024-10 at 36 Alpine Drive
• Memorialization of resolution adopted June 10, 2025 for the extension

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a one-year time extension for a major site plan and variance application by Evangelical Mission and Seminary International at 36 Alpine Drive. The board will also deliberate a variance application by Ardian Asani for 34 Square Place and approve past meeting minutes.

• One-year time extension request for Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan #385 and Variance Application #2024-10 at 36 Alpine Drive (Block 33201, Lot 20)
• Consideration of resolution for Variance Application #2023-05 by Ardian Asani at 34 Square Place (Block 10901, Lot 9)
• Approval of minutes from January 13, February 10, April 14, and May 12, 2026

The board approved the minutes from the January 13, 2026 meeting. It granted a one‑year extension of the approvals for Evangelical Mission and Seminary International, Inc. at 36 Alpine Road. It dismissed Ardian Asani’s variance application for 34 Square Place without prejudice. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes (5‑0 vote)
• Granted one‑year extension to Evangelical Mission variance (4‑0 vote)
• Dismissed Ardian Asani variance application without prejudice (4‑0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting

Planning Board

The Lincoln Park Planning Board will consider a resolution for a major site plan application at 234 Main Street and take action on Ordinance #16-26, which amends the zoning map. The board will also hold a public hearing for a minor subdivision at 18 Nakomis Path and continue a hearing for a major site plan and variance application at 193 Main Street. Additionally, minutes from previous meetings are scheduled for approval.

• Consideration of resolution for Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan and Variance Application #388 by Majbour Enterprises at 234 Main Street
• Review and action on Ordinance #16-26 amending Chapter 28, Zoning, Article II, Zoning Map
• Public hearing for Minor Subdivision Application #640 and Grading Permit #G25-03 by John M. Luciano at 18 Nakomis Path
• Continued public hearing for Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan & Variance Application #384 and Floodplain Encroachment Application #FPE25-08 by 193 S&M Main Street, LLC at 193 Main Street (time extension granted to July 14, 2026)

Borough Council

The council will introduce an ordinance to amend the zoning map and vote on several resolutions, including a developer's agreement with Lincoln Park Plaza Associates for a 14,034 sq ft building addition at 261 Comly Road and adjacent lots. The agreement covers site improvements, parking, demolition of dwellings, and a $46,950 fill credits purchase. Also up for approval are a waiver of water and sewer fees for a Blue Acres property and authorization of pay bills.

• Ordinance 16-26 amending Chapter 28, Zoning, to update the zoning map
• Resolution R26-141 authorizing a developer's agreement for a multi-tenant building addition on Block 21401, Lots 2, 2.01, 3, 4, 5 and 6 (261 Comly Road and George Cobb Lane)
• Resolution R26-140 waiving water and sewer fees for a property acquired under the NJDEP Blue Acres Program
• Resolution R26-139 authorizing pay bills and vouchers (amount not specified)
• Approval of minutes from April 20 and May 4, 2026 meetings

The Borough Council unanimously authorized a developer's agreement with Lincoln Park Plaza Associates for construction of a 14,034-square-foot building addition, demolition of dwellings on George Cobb Lane, and parking improvements. The council also introduced Ordinance 16-26 amending the zoning map on first reading and approved resolutions authorizing payment of bills and a water/sewer fee waiver for a Blue Acres property. All votes were 7-0.

• Introduced Ordinance 16-26 amending Chapter 28 Zoning Map on first reading (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R26-139 authorizing payment of bills and vouchers totaling $5,626,219.34 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R26-140 waiving $69.45 in water and sewer fees for 79 Woodlawn Road under the NJDEP Blue Acres Program (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R26-141 authorizing a developer's agreement with Lincoln Park Plaza Associates for multi-tenant building and site improvements (7-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council introduced Ordinance 16-26 to adopt a revised Zoning Map dated March 20, 2026, replacing the current map. The council also considered resolutions to authorize payment of bills and to waive $69.45 in water and sewer fees for a property at 79 Woodlawn Road acquired under the NJDEP Blue Acres Program. Minutes from previous meetings were approved.

• Introduction of Ordinance 16-26 adopting a new Zoning Map dated March 20, 2026
• Resolution R26-140 waiving $69.45 in water and sewer fees for 79 Woodlawn Road (Blue Acres flood-prone property)
• Resolution R26-139 authorizing payment of bills and vouchers
• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2026 Regular Meeting and May 4, 2026 meetings

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Variance Application #2023-05 for property at 34 Square Place. The board will also consider a one-year time extension request related to Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan #385 and Variance Application #2024-10 for 36 Alpine Drive by Evangelical Mission and Seminary International, Inc. Minutes from prior meetings in January, February, and April 2026 will be approved if available.

• Public hearing on Variance Application #2023-05 by Ardian Asani for 34 Square Place
• Request for one-year time extension for Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan #385 and Variance Application #2024-10 at 36 Alpine Drive
• Approval of minutes from January 13, February 10, and April 14, 2026 (if available)

The Zoning Board approved a one‑year time extension for Evangelical Mission and Seminary International, Inc. at 36 Alpine Drive. It also dismissed Variance Application #2023‑05 for Ardian Asani at 34 Square Place without prejudice, allowing a new application. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved one‑year extension for Evangelical Mission and Seminary International, Inc. (unanimous)
• Dismissed Variance Application #2023‑05 for Ardian Asani without prejudice (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is considering a resolution to authorize property tax adjustments and refunds for four properties owned by 100% permanently disabled veterans. The resolution would cancel and refund first-quarter 2026 taxes and cancel second-quarter 2026 taxes for each property.

• 75 Main St. – cancel and refund $2,334.29 (Q1) and cancel $2,334.28 (Q2)
• 35 Curtis Dr. – cancel and refund $3,101.19 (Q1) and cancel $3,101.19 (Q2)
• 17 Anthony Blvd. – cancel and refund $2,739.72 (Q1) and cancel $2,739.72 (Q2)
• 64 Homestead Ln. – cancel and refund $2,012.52 (Q1) and cancel $2,012.52 (Q2)

The Borough Council adopted resolutions to authorize property tax exemptions and refunds for disabled veterans and approved an emergency temporary budget for 2026. The Council also authorized an agreement regarding affordability restrictions for a local property.

• Adopted Resolution R26-135 establishing policy for disabled veterans tax exemptions (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R26-136 authorizing tax refunds for four disabled veterans (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R26-137 for emergency temporary appropriations totaling $4,464,920.03 (7-0)
• Authorized execution of agreement regarding affordability restrictions for Merida Lincoln Park 115 (7-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hear the Health Department's annual report for 2025, presented by Director Marissa Granovsky. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily a presentation and discussion of the report.

• Marissa Granovsky, Health Director, presents the Borough of Lincoln Park Health Department Annual Report 2025

The Health Officer presented the 2025 Annual Report for the Health Department. The report detailed public health activities, COVID-19 statistics, and grant funding. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Borough Council

The governing body is considering introducing an ordinance to repeal the Apartment Set-Aside I Overlay Zone (AS-I) and amend land development regulations and the zoning map. Other action items include adopting ordinances to exceed budget appropriation limits, accept a property donation at 31 Dehart Street, and authorize rights-of-way agreements with Comcast. Resolutions cover acceptance of a grant, sale/donation of surplus property, tax refunds to disabled veterans, and purchases including telescoping bleachers for $80,705 and a fire truck.

• Ordinance 13-26 to repeal the Apartment Set-Aside I Overlay Zone (AS-I) and amend zoning map
• Ordinance 12-26 to accept donation and conveyance of Block 22714, Lot 7 (31 Dehart Street) from 31-41 Wicz, LLC
• Resolution R26-134 authorizing purchase of two banks of telescoping bleachers for $80,705 from Nickerson NY, LLC
• Resolution R26-135 authorizing tax refunds to four disabled veterans for 1st and 2nd quarter 2026 property taxes
• Resolution R26-130 authorizing solicitation of bids for cell tower co-locators

The Borough Council approved appending a partial verbatim transcript to the official April 20, 2026 meeting minutes. The transcript, prepared by Councilman Andrew Seise, was reviewed for accuracy and approved by Council President Gurkovich and Councilman Gemian before publication. No other substantive policy decisions were recorded in this meeting.

• Approved appending partial verbatim transcript to official minutes

Borough Council

The council will introduce an ordinance to repeal the Apartment Set-Aside I Overlay Zone, eliminating affordable housing set-aside requirements in that zone. They will also vote on adoption of ordinances including a cap bank ordinance to exceed budget limits, acceptance of a donated property at 31 DeHart Street, and rights-of-way agreements with Comcast. Resolutions include purchasing a fire truck, two banks of telescoping bleachers for $80,705, and applying for a Morris County trail construction grant.

• Introduction of Ordinance 13-26 repealing the Apartment Set-Aside I Overlay Zone (affordable housing overlay)
• Ordinance 11-26 to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank (3.5% increase, $597,578.02)
• Ordinance 12-26 accepting donation of 31 DeHart Street from 31-41 Wicz, LLC
• Resolution R26-131 authorizing purchase of a fire truck
• Resolution R26-136 authorizing purchase of two telescoping bleacher banks for $80,705

Planning Board

The Lincoln Park Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a major site plan and variance application for 193 Main Street, also involving a floodplain encroachment request. The board will also consider a resolution for a separate major site plan at 234 Main Street and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan & Variance Application #384 and Floodplain Encroachment Application #FPE25-08 for 193 Main Street (continued hearing)
• Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan and Variance Application #388 for 234 Main Street (resolution consideration)
• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2025, January 15, 2026, February 19, 2026, and March 19, 2026

Planning Board

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Variance Application #2023-05 for a property at 34 Square Place. The board will also consider a waiver request for three properties on Pine Brook Road and discuss an expired variance approval for Pine Brook Road.

• Public hearing on Variance Application #2023-05 for 34 Square Place
• Waiver request by 521 Pinebrook Realty, LLC and 499 Pinebrook Realty, LLC for 499, 503, and 521 Pine Brook Road
• Discussion of expired Variance Application #2024-03 and related permits for Pine Brook Road
• Approval of minutes from January 13 and February 10, 2026 meetings

Borough Council

The Lincoln Park Borough Council will discuss several mayoral resolutions and two ordinances that would grant non‑exclusive rights‑of‑way to Comcast of New Jersey II, LLC and Comcast Business Communications, LLC for installing and maintaining cable television and telecommunications facilities in public rights‑of‑way. Additional items include resolutions on grant funding, surplus property sale or donation, tax lien redemption, a dental contract renewal, a cell‑tower co‑locator bid, tax adjustments for disabled veterans, a grant application, and the purchase of a fire truck. The council will vote on the ordinances, which set a 15‑year term with automatic renewals, subject to regulatory approvals and insurance requirements.

• Ordinance 14-26: Rights‑of‑way agreement with Comcast of New Jersey II, LLC for cable TV and telecom services
• Ordinance 15-26: Rights‑of‑way agreement with Comcast Business Communications, LLC for telecommunications services
• Resolution authorizing acceptance of grant funding
• Resolution authorizing sale of surplus property no longer needed for public use
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a fire truck

The council adopted two ordinances granting rights‑of‑way agreements with Comcast for residential and business services. A motion to open the public hearing was approved, and Officers Thomas LaChance and Jennifer Hesse were sworn in to senior police ranks. Council members also concurred to place a series of resolutions—covering grant funding, surplus property, tax adjustments, a dental contract, a cell‑tower bid, a trail grant, and a fire‑truck purchase—on the April 20, 2026 agenda.

• Adopted Ordinance 14‑26 granting rights‑of‑way to Comcast of New Jersey II, LLC (residential) – adopted unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance 15‑26 granting rights‑of‑way to Comcast Business Communications, LLC – adopted unanimously
• Approved motion to open public hearing – adopted unanimously
• Sworn in Officer Thomas LaChance as Sergeant of Lincoln Park Police Department
• Sworn in Sergeant Jennifer Hesse as Lieutenant of Lincoln Park Police Department
• Council concurred to place Resolution authorizing acceptance of $6,500 grant funding on April 20 agenda
• Council concurred to place Resolution authorizing sale of surplus property (5 auctions) on April 20 agenda
• Council concurred to place Resolution authorizing purchase of fire truck costing $1,954,909 on April 20 agenda

Planning Board

The board will consider approval of minutes from prior meetings. It will review a waiver request from Independent 49 LLC for a minor subdivision and grading permit at 18 Nakomis Path. A public hearing will continue for the preliminary and final major site plan, variance #384 and Floodplain Encroachment Application #FPE 25-08 for 193 Main Street, with a time extension to the end of April 2026. A separate public hearing will be held for the preliminary and final major site plan and variance #388 for 234 Main Street, with a decision required by June 19, 2026.

• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2025; January 15, 2026; February 19, 2026 (if available)
• Waiver request by Independent 49 LLC (c/o John Luciano) for Minor Subdivision #640 and Grading Permit #G25-03 at 18 Nakomis Path
• Preliminary and final Major Site Plan & Variance Application #384 and Floodplain Encroachment Application #FPE 25-08 for 193 Main Street; public hearing continued with extension to end of April 2026
• Preliminary and final Major Site Plan & Variance Application #388 for 234 Main Street; public hearing with decision deadline June 19, 2026

Borough Council

The Borough Council introduces two ordinances: one to exceed the municipal budget appropriation limit by 3.5% for 2026 and establish a cap bank, and another to accept donation of a property at 31 Dehart Street. The council also considers several resolutions on a consent agenda, including shared service agreements, escrow releases, and tax refunds. A resolution to introduce the 2026 municipal budget is on the regular agenda.

• Ordinance 11-26: CAP bank ordinance to increase appropriations by up to $597,578.02 (3.5%) for 2026
• Ordinance 12-26: Accept donation of Block 22714, Lot 7 (31 Dehart Street) from 31-41 Wicz, LLC, with tax abatement conditions
• Resolution R26-121: Introduction of the 2026 municipal budget
• Resolution R26-114: Contract with Geese Chasers North Jersey, LLC for goose management services
• Resolution R26-115: Shared services agreement with Mahwah Township for Registered Environmental Health Specialist services

The council introduced Ordinance 11-26 to exceed budget limits and create a CAP bank, and Ordinance 12-26 to accept a donation of 31 Dehart Street, both set for final passage on April 20. It approved escrow refunds to Lincoln Burritos, LLC and NJ Natural Gas, and authorized tax overpayment refunds totaling $2,300.61. The council also approved a $4,596.70 payment for redeemed tax sale certificates and a $9,220 contract for geese clearing services at the Community Lake.

• Introduced Ordinance 11-26 (budget cap) – adopted first reading, set for final passage April 20
• Introduced Ordinance 12-26 (31 Dehart Street donation) – adopted first reading, set for final passage April 20
• Approved escrow refund to Lincoln Burritos, LLC (R26-109) pending CFO confirmation
• Approved escrow refund to NJ Natural Gas (R26-110) pending CFO confirmation
• Authorized tax overpayment refunds totaling $2,300.61 to Corelogic taxpayers (R26-111)
• Authorized tax adjustments for disabled‑veteran exemptions (R26-112)
• Approved payment of $4,596.70 to Dianne Clemente for redeemed tax sale certificates (R26-113)
• Approved contract with Preferred Outdoor Experience d/b/a Geese Chasers for geese clearing services – $9,220 (R26-114)

Borough Council

The Lincoln Park Borough Council will vote on Ordinance 11-26 to increase the 2026 municipal budget by 3.5%, adding $597,578.02. The council will also consider Ordinance 12-26 to accept a donated property at 31 DeHart Street. Several resolutions will release escrow funds for 275 Comly Road, Unit 3 and 50 Riverview Ave, and approve a shared services agreement with Mahwah Township for an environmental health specialist.

• Ordinance 11-26: increase 2026 budget by $597,578.02 (3.5% raise)
• Ordinance 12-26: accept donation of Block 22714, Lot 7 (31 DeHart Street)
• Resolution R26-109: release escrow funds for 275 Comly Road, Unit 3
• Resolution R26-110: release escrow funds for 50 Riverview Ave
• Resolution R26-115: shared services agreement with Mahwah Township for REHS services

Borough Council

The Lincoln Park Borough Council will hold a budget hearing at 7:30 AM. The mayor and administration will present the 2026 budget, followed by council remarks and a public hearing. The meeting concludes with adjournment.

• Mayor and administration present the 2026 budget
• Public hearing on the 2026 budget
• Council remarks on the presented budget

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on variance application #2023-05 submitted by Ardian Asani for the property identified as Block 10901, Lot 9 (34 Square Place). The board will decide on the variance by May 29, 2026. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the January 13, 2026 reorganization and regular sessions and the February 10, 2026 session if available.

• Approve minutes from January 13, 2026 reorganization meeting (distributed)
• Approve minutes from January 13, 2026 regular meeting (if available)
• Approve minutes from February 10, 2026 meeting (if available)
• Variance application #2023-05 by Ardian Asani for Block 10901, Lot 9 (34 Square Place) – public hearing, decision due May 29, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Borough Council

The Lincoln Park Borough Council approved several resolutions, including endorsing an amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, adopting the Fourth Round Affordable Housing Spending Plan, and adopting an affirmative marketing plan for affordable units. The council also authorized contracts for geese clearing services, a shared services agreement with Mahwah Township, and the sale of surplus property. Multiple zoning ordinances were adopted to create new overlay and inclusionary zones. All actions were taken at the March 2, 2026 work meeting in the Council Chambers at 34 Chapel Hill Road.

• Resolution R26-104: Endorsement of the amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
• Resolution R26-105: Adoption of the Fourth Round Affordable Housing Spending Plan
• Resolution R26-106: Adoption of an affirmative marketing plan for affordable housing
• Ordinance 5-26: Creation of a Downtown Overlay Zone for specified parcels
• Resolution authorizing contract for geese clearing services

The borough council adopted three resolutions: endorsement of the Amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (R26-104), adoption of the Fourth Round Spending Plan (R26-105), and adoption of an affirmative marketing plan (R26-106). The council also concurred with multiple pending items—including escrow releases, tax refunds, tax adjustments, a geese‑clearing contract, and other service agreements—that will be placed on the March 16, 2026 agenda.

• Endorsed Amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (Resolution R26-104 adopted)
• Adopted Fourth Round Spending Plan (Resolution R26-105 adopted)
• Adopted affirmative marketing plan (Resolution R26-106 adopted)
• Concurred on escrow release for 275 Comly Road Unit 3 to Lincoln Burritos, LLC (Resolution to be on March 16 agenda)
• Concurred on escrow release for 50 Riverview Avenue to NJ Natural Gas (Resolution to be on March 16 agenda)
• Concurred on tax overpayment refunds for three properties (Resolution to be on March 16 agenda)
• Concurred on tax adjustments for 25 South Valley Road (Resolution to be on March 16 agenda)
• Concurred on contract for geese clearing services up to $9,500 (Resolution to be on March 16 agenda)