Lincoln Park public meetings in 2022

Borough Council

The council will vote on two ordinances: one setting compensation for certain officers and employees, and another amending the police department chapter of the borough code. A consent agenda includes resolutions for a shared tax assessor service agreement with Montville, a refund of tax overpayment, and a police-assisted addiction recovery initiative. The regular agenda includes a closed session for personnel matters and a resolution authorizing a separation agreement.

• Ordinance 18-22: compensation for certain officers and employees
• Ordinance 19-22: amending Police Department chapter of borough code
• Resolution R22-221: interlocal shared service agreement with Montville for tax assessor services
• Resolution R22-224: Hope One Project – Police Assisted Addiction and Recovery Initiative
• Resolution R22-232: closed session for personnel and employment matters

The Council adopted ordinances regarding employee compensation and police department code amendments. They also approved several resolutions including a shared services agreement for tax assessor services and a contract for HVAC maintenance.

• Adopted Ordinance 18-22 providing compensation for certain officers and employees (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 19-22 amending the Police Department code (7-0)
• Approved 2023 annual compensation for department heads, council employees, and elected officials (7-0)
• Authorized Interlocal Shared Services Agreement with Montville Township for Tax Assessor services (7-0)
• Approved HVAC services contract with Tri-Tech Energy, Inc. not to exceed $60,000 (7-0)
• Authorized grant applications for NJACCHO infection control and public health infrastructure (7-0)
• Approved refund of $3,180.54 to Jeffrey & Ana Wright for tax overpayment (7-0)
• Canceled balances of six bond ordinances and transferred funds to Capital Surplus (7-0)

Borough Council

The Lincoln Park Borough Council will hold a regular meeting to adopt two ordinances: one setting compensation for officers and employees, and another amending the Police Department chapter of the municipal code. The council will also vote on a consent agenda including a shared services agreement with Montville for tax assessor services, and resolutions for a police-assisted addiction recovery initiative (Hope One/PAARI) and various financial matters. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Ordinance 18-22: Compensation for certain officers and employees
• Ordinance 19-22: Amending Chapter 99 (Police Department) of the municipal code
• Resolution R22-221: Interlocal shared service agreement with Montville Township for tax assessor services
• Resolution R22-224: Hope One Project – Police Assisted Addiction and Recovery Initiative (PAARI)
• Resolution R22-231: Grant application for NJACCHO Enhancing Local Public Health Infrastructure

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider a variance application and grading permit for a property at 29 Longview Avenue. The board will also vote on a resolution to memorialize a previous decision and approve minutes from the November 8, 2022 meeting.

• Variance Application #2022-04 (bulk) and Grading Permit #G22-01 for property at 29 Longview Avenue (Block 32, Lot 32) by Lisa LoPresti
• Consideration of a resolution to memorialize the board's decision on the variance and grading permit
• Approval of minutes from the November 8, 2022 regular meeting

The Board approved a resolution of memorialization for a variance application at 29 Longview Avenue. The approval allows for the construction of a detached two-car garage and addresses specific setback and height variances. The Board also approved the minutes from the November 8, 2022, meeting.

• Approved minutes from November 8, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved Variance Application #2022-04 and Grading Permit #G22-01 for 29 Longview Avenue (4-0)

Borough Council

The council will consider introducing two ordinances: one setting compensation ranges for borough officers and employees effective January 1, 2023, and another amending the police department chapter of the municipal code. They will also vote on resolutions to release escrow funds, authorize a shared service agreement with Montville Township, and transfer 2022 appropriations. A public hearing will follow.

• Introduction of ordinance establishing compensation ranges for borough officers and employees effective January 1, 2023
• Introduction of ordinance amending Chapter 99 (Police Department) of the municipal code
• Resolution authorizing escrow releases for three accounts (#2190, #2506, #2582)
• Resolution authorizing a shared service agreement with Montville Township
• Resolution authorizing transfer of 2022 current appropriations

The Borough Council introduced two ordinances regarding employee compensation and police department code amendments for first reading. The Council also approved a budget transfer and concurred on several upcoming resolutions, including a shared services agreement for tax assessor services.

• Sworn in Alan Bull as Police Sergeant
• Approved transfer of $500 from Emergency Management to Bureau of Fire (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 18-22 providing compensation for certain officers and employees (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 19-22 amending the Police Department code (6-0)
• Concurred to release escrows for 163 Beaver Brook Road, 14 Squire Drive, and 39 Rosenbrook Drive
• Concurred to shared services agreement with Montville Township for Tax Assessor services at $70,680 annually
• Concurred to resolution for HVAC services from Tri-Tech Energy, Inc.

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider adopting an ordinance to purchase property at 179 Riveredge Road through the Morris County Flood Mitigation Program. The council will also vote on amending the borough code to update fire prevention fees, and on a consent agenda that includes appointing Amanda Giacon as Deputy Borough Clerk and authorizing her employment agreement.

• Ordinance 16-22: Authorizes contract to buy 179 Riveredge Road via Morris County Flood Mitigation Program
• Ordinance 17-22: Amends borough code Chapter 34 (Fees), Section 34-19 on Fire Prevention
• R22-217: Appoints Amanda Giacon as Deputy Borough Clerk
• R22-218: Authorizes employment agreement for Amanda Giacon
• R22-213: Transfers unclaimed tax sale premium to the borough's general fund

The Council approved the appointment and employment agreement for Amanda Giacon as Deputy Municipal Clerk. They also adopted ordinances for flood mitigation property purchases and fire prevention fee amendments, and approved several escrow refunds and tax adjustments.

• Appointed Amanda Giacon as Deputy Municipal Clerk effective Dec 5, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved employment agreement for Amanda Giacon (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 16-22 for property purchases via Morris County Flood Mitigation Program (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 17-22 amending fire prevention fees (7-0)
• Approved escrow refunds for Wolfson Realty Associates, Ryan Vasnelis, and Adfast USA, Inc. (7-0)
• Authorized $11,000 tax sale premium to be turned over to General Fund (7-0)
• Authorized tax overpayment refunds to Lereta, Corelogic, and Wells Fargo (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills and vouchers via Resolution R22-219 (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a bulk variance and grading permit application by Lisa LoPresti for property at 29 Longview Avenue. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the October 11 meeting.

• Variance #2022-04 and Grading Permit #G22-01 for 29 Longview Avenue (Block 32, Lot 32)
• Public hearing on the variance and grading permit application
• Approval of minutes from October 11, 2022

The Board approved Variance Application #2022-04 and Grading Permit #G22-01 for a detached two-car garage. The approval includes variances for height and setback, as well as the memorialization of an existing deck and generator. The garage's second floor is restricted to storage and cannot be used as living space.

• Approved minutes from October 11, 2022, with one name correction (5-0)
• Approved detached garage variances for height (14.5 ft vs 12 ft max) and front yard setback (10.2 ft vs 35 ft required) (7-0)
• Approved memorialization of existing deck variance (18.8 ft vs 19 ft required) (7-0)
• Approved memorialization of generator location (7-0)
• Approved two design waivers for steep slopes (7-0)

Borough Council

The Lincoln Park Borough Council will hold a work meeting to discuss and vote on several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include a contract with Tilcon NY Inc. for road resurfacing, an ordinance to buy a property through the Morris County Flood Mitigation Grant Program, and a resolution for a fireworks display at Community Lake on December 3. The council will also consider appointments to the Zoning Board and Deputy Borough Clerk, and introduce an ordinance amending fire prevention fees.

• Resolution authorizing contract with Tilcon NY Inc. for road resurfacing (R22-208)
• Ordinance authorizing purchase of 179 Riveredge Road through Morris County Flood Mitigation Program (16-22)
• Resolution for fireworks display at Community Lake on Dec. 3, 2022 (R22-203)
• Appointment of Miguel Villavicencio as Alternate 1 to the Zoning Board of Adjustment
• Resolution authorizing $7,228 in revenue for recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities (R22-207)

The Borough Council approved several resolutions for infrastructure and community improvements, including road work and park equipment. They also appointed an acting tax collector and introduced ordinances for flood mitigation and fire prevention fees.

• Approved $100,000 contract with Tilcon NY Inc. for road resurfacing (6-0)
• Approved $89,898 purchase of Centennial Park playground equipment (6-0)
• Appointed Fabiana Mello as Acting Tax Collector at $375 per week (6-0)
• Approved fireworks display for Dec 3, 2022, at Community Lake (6-0)
• Approved $108,806 transfer of 2022 current appropriations (6-0)
• Approved $7,228 budget insertion for ROID grant revenue (6-0)
• Appointed Miguel Villavicensio as Alternate 1 Member for Zoning Board (6-0)
• Introduced ordinances for 179 Riveredge Road purchase and fire prevention fee updates

Planning Board

The Lincoln Park Planning Board will hold public hearings and consider resolutions to adopt the Open Space & Recreation Plan update and the 2022 Master Plan Reexamination Report. The meeting also includes approval of the September 15, 2022 minutes.

• Public hearing and vote on the Open Space & Recreation Plan Update as an amendment to the Master Plan
• Public hearing and vote on the Final Draft 2022 Master Plan Reexamination Report

The Board voted unanimously to adopt the Open Space & Recreation Plan Update as an amendment to the Master Plan, and also adopted the 2022 Master Plan Reexamination Report. Both adoptions followed public hearings with no public comment. The Board discussed the need for follow-up action on the Reexamination Report's recommendations, including downtown zoning and parking, and agreed to send a summary to the Borough Council.

• Adopted Open Space & Recreation Plan Update as Master Plan amendment (6-0)
• Adopted 2022 Master Plan Reexamination Report (6-0)
• Approved September 15, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Borough Council

The Lincoln Park Borough Council will consider awarding a contract for improvements at Comly Estates Phase I and authorize escrow releases for two properties. The meeting also includes a resolution to pay bills and a resume review for a vacant Board of Adjustment position.

• Resolution awarding contract for improvements at Comly Estates – Phase I
• Escrow release #2538 for 3C Borinski Road (MMBN Trading, LLC)
• Escrow release #2539 for 3B Borinski Road (Freight Delivery Services, Inc.)
• Resume of Miguel Villavicencio for Alternate #1 position on Board of Adjustment

The council awarded a $912,007.71 contract to American Asphalt & Trucking, LLC for resurfacing and improvements at Comly Estates Phase I, funded in part by a $381,700 state grant. The lowest bidder, Your Way Construction, withdrew due to a mathematical error. The council also approved minutes, appointed Miguel Villavicencio as Zoning Board Alternate #1, and released escrow funds for two properties.

• Approved $912,007.71 contract to American Asphalt & Trucking for Comly Estates Phase I resurfacing (7-0)
• Approved minutes of September 19, 2022 Regular Meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes of October 3, 2022 Work Meeting (7-0)
• Concurred with appointment of Miguel Villavicencio to Zoning Board of Adjustment as Alternate #1
• Adopted Resolution R22-199 releasing escrow funds to MMBN Trading, LLC for 3 C Borinski Road (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-200 releasing escrow funds to Freight Delivery Services, Inc. for 3 B Borinski Road (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-201 authorizing payment of bills/vouchers (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a bulk variance application by Donald Raymar. The application concerns the property located at 54 Morris Avenue, identified as Block 45, Lot 15.

• Variance Application #2022-01 (bulk) for 54 Morris Avenue

The board approved a resolution granting variances for Donald and Marybeth Raymar to expand an existing deck at 54 Morris Avenue and for two existing A/C condensers that lacked prior variance approval. The vote was 5-0. The property is a corner lot with three front yards, and the board found the variances would not harm the zone plan or public good.

• Approved variance for deck expansion at 54 Morris Ave (5-0)
• Approved variance for existing A/C condensers at same property (5-0)
• Memorialized resolution for Variance Application #2022-01
• Approved minutes from September 13, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to discuss the acquisition of new sanitation equipment and a flood mitigation application. The body will consider a bond issuance to finance vehicle purchases and hear a presentation from the Health Department.

• Ordinance 15-22: Appropriating $960,000 for garbage trucks and roll-out carts
• Issuance of $912,000 in bonds or notes to finance sanitation equipment
• Public hearing regarding the acquisition of 179 Riveredge Road via Morris County Flood Mitigation Program
• Resolution R22-198: Authorizing support for the 179 Riveredge Road application
• Health Department presentation on Rapid Public Health Needs Assessment

The council adopted Ordinance 15-22, appropriating $960,000 for new garbage trucks and rollout carts, financed by $912,000 in bonds. They also approved a resolution supporting a Morris County Flood Mitigation Program application to acquire 179 Riveredge Road. A presentation on the Lincoln Park Health Department's Rapid Public Health Needs Assessment was received, with discussion on long-haul COVID-19 syndrome and vaccine hesitancy.

• Adopted Ordinance 15-22 appropriating $960,000 for garbage trucks and rollout carts, issuing $912,000 in bonds (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-198 supporting Morris County Flood Mitigation Program application for 179 Riveredge Road acquisition (7-0)
• Concurred to place escrow releases for 3B and 3C Borinski Road on the October 17 agenda
• Concurred to place resolution for Morris County Flood Mitigation Grant application on the meeting agenda

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on the Open Space and Recreation Plan. The body is considering an ordinance to fund sanitation equipment and various tax and contract resolutions.

• Ordinance 15-22: Appropriation of $960,000 for garbage trucks and rollout carts
• Public hearing on Open Space and Recreation Plan by The Land Conservancy of New Jersey
• R22-191: Two-year contract extension for Penn Credit Corporation (Municipal Court Collection Services)
• R22-197: Grant application for Recreational Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities (ROID)
• R22-186: Renewal of membership in the Morris County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund

The council introduced Ordinance 15-22, which appropriates $960,000 for garbage trucks and rollout carts, financed by $912,000 in bonds, and set a public hearing for October 3, 2022. The council also approved a consent agenda of resolutions, including a $13,353.92 tax refund, a two-year contract extension for municipal court collections, and a $176,713 dump truck purchase. A corrective action plan addressing sick leave policy non-compliance was authorized for submission to the state comptroller.

• Introduced Ordinance 15-22 for garbage trucks and carts, $960K appropriation, $912K bonds (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda R22-186 through R22-194 (7-0)
• Approved tax refund of $13,353.92 to Rahmatullah/Saber/Akbar/Hallimah for erroneous assessment (7-0)
• Approved two-year extension of municipal court collection contract with Penn Credit Corp. (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Freightliner dump truck for $176,713 via Sourcewell (7-0)
• Approved three-year risk management consultant contract with Acrisure LLC, up to $30K annually (7-0)
• Approved corrective action plan for state comptroller sick leave findings (7-0)
• Authorized grant application for Recreational Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities, ~$9,034 total (7-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on the Open Space and Recreation Plan. Members will consider an ordinance to fund waste management equipment and vote on a consent agenda including tax refunds and contract extensions.

• Ordinance 15-22: $960,000 for garbage trucks and rollout carts ($912,000 via bonds/notes)
• Public hearing on Open Space and Recreation Plan by The Land Conservancy of New Jersey
• R22-191: Two-year contract extension for Penn Credit Corporation (Municipal Court Collection Services)
• R22-188, R22-189, R22-190: Resolutions for tax refunds and adjustments
• R22-196: Corrective Action Plan for the Office of State Comptroller

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from June 14, 2022, and consider a waiver request and a bulk variance application (Application #2022-01) by Donald Raymar for the property at 54 Morris Avenue (Block 45, Lot 15). A public hearing is scheduled for the variance application. The meeting also includes any other business that may arise before adjournment.

• Waiver request by Donald Raymar for Variance Application #2022-1
• Variance Application #2022-01 (bulk) by Donald Raymar for 54 Morris Avenue, Block 45, Lot 15
• Public hearing on the variance application
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2022

The board approved three variances for Donald Raymar to expand an existing deck at 54 Morris Avenue, a corner lot with three front yards. The variances cover a front yard setback of 37.2 feet (40 required), a side yard setback of 13.7 feet (20 required), and existing A/C condensers at 8.5 feet (20 required). The approval is conditional on providing a project completion report and four as-built surveys before a certificate of approval is issued.

• Approved waiver of steep slopes map requirement for 54 Morris Ave (5-0)
• Granted variance for minimum front yard setback to Foothill Drive: 37.2 ft proposed vs 40 ft required (5-0)
• Granted variance for minimum side yard setback to proposed deck: 13.7 ft proposed vs 20 ft required (5-0)
• Granted variance for existing A/C condensers: 8.5 ft vs 20 ft required (5-0)
• Approved June 14, 2022 minutes with correction to resolution wording (6-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to discuss a variety of administrative resolutions and ordinances. Key items include the execution of contracts for the Morris County Flood Mitigation Program and updates to parking prohibitions on certain streets.

• Ordinance 12-22: Execution of contracts for property purchases via Morris County Flood Mitigation Program
• Resolution R22-185: Insertion of $23,062.15 in revenue for the Clean Communities Program
• Ordinance 13-22: Amendment to Chapter 450 regarding prohibited parking on certain streets
• Ordinance 14-22: Compensation for certain Borough officers and employees
• Public hearing presentation on Open Space and Recreation Update by The Land Conservancy of NJ

The council adopted three ordinances on final reading: authorizing property purchases through the Morris County Flood Mitigation Program, amending parking restrictions on certain streets, and setting compensation for officers and employees. A resolution was also adopted to insert $23,062.15 in Clean Communities Program revenue into the 2022 budget. Several other items were discussed but only placed on the agenda for the September 19 meeting, including a $960,000 bond ordinance for garbage trucks and related equipment.

• Adopted Ordinance 12-22 authorizing property purchases through Morris County Flood Mitigation Program (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 13-22 amending parking prohibitions on certain streets (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 14-22 setting compensation for officers and employees (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-185 inserting $23,062.15 Clean Communities Program revenue into 2022 budget (7-0)
• Council concurred to place resolution for membership renewal in Morris County JIF on Sept. 19 agenda
• Council concurred to place resolution for risk management consultant agreement on Sept. 19 agenda
• Council concurred to place bond ordinance for $960,000 in garbage trucks and equipment on Sept. 19 agenda
• Council concurred to place resolution amending 2022 capital budget to $2,589,000 on Sept. 19 agenda

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to discuss the purchase of properties through the Morris County Flood Mitigation Program. The body is also reviewing ordinances regarding vehicle and traffic parking and employee compensation.

• Ordinance 12-22: Execution of contracts for property purchases via Morris County Flood Mitigation Program
• Ordinance 13-22: Amending Chapter 450 regarding prohibited parking on certain streets
• Ordinance 11-22: Amending Land Development Review regarding EVSE parking and usage fees
• Resolution R22-183: Award of contract for solid waste collection services
• Escrow releases for 2 A Frassetto Way and 3 A Borinski Road

The Borough Council approved a one-year solid waste collection contract with Suburban Disposal, Inc. for $577,000, the only bidder, and introduced ordinances for flood mitigation property purchases, a parking restriction on Troy Lane, and compensation ranges. The council also adopted an ordinance amending EVSE parking standards and approved a consent agenda including escrow releases, tax adjustments, and a grant application for firefighter equipment.

• Awarded solid waste collection contract to Suburban Disposal, Inc. for $577,000 (one year) (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 12-22 authorizing flood mitigation property purchases (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 13-22 prohibiting parking on Troy Lane south side from Park Avenue 350' west (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 14-22 setting compensation ranges for officers and employees (5-0, Thompson abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance 11-22 amending EVSE parking and usage fees standards (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda R22-174 through R22-183, including labor attorney increase to $40,000, ARP Firefighter Grant application, escrow releases, tax adjustments, and tax sale certificate redemption (6-0)
• Approved bills/vouchers payment resolution R22-184 (5-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss updates to Lincoln Park Schools and consider several resolutions, including the purchase of a police vehicle and a contract for recreation equipment. The body is also reviewing an ordinance regarding electric vehicle charging station (EVSE) parking standards.

• Contract with General Recreation Inc. for park and playground equipment for $231,217.00
• Purchase of one 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe Pursuit 4WD for $44,287.85
• Ordinance 11-22 amending Land Development Review standards for EVSE and make-ready parking spaces
• Resolution authorizing the sale of surplus municipal property via Gov Deals
• Ordinance 10-22 amending the length of service awards program for volunteer fire and first aid members

The Borough Council introduced Ordinance 11-22 setting EV charging station usage fees ($2/hour up to two hours, $3.50/hour beyond) and adopted Ordinance 10-22 amending the Length of Service Awards Program for volunteer first aid and fire departments. The Council also approved a consent agenda including a $231,217 contract for park and playground equipment at Centennial Park, a $44,287.85 purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe Pursuit, a settlement agreement with Recreation Superintendent Janet Cassidy ($12,779 in 2022, $12,500 in 2023), and authorization to auction surplus property on GovDeals. All votes were 5-0 with two members absent.

• Adopted Ordinance 10-22 amending Length of Service Awards Program for volunteer first aid and fire departments (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 11-22 setting EV charging station fees: $2/hour up to 2 hours, $3.50/hour beyond (5-0)
• Approved $231,217 contract with General Recreation Inc. for park and playground equipment at Centennial Park (5-0)
• Approved $44,287.85 purchase of 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe Pursuit 4WD from Mall Chevrolet (5-0)
• Approved settlement agreement with Janet Cassidy: $12,779 effective Jan 1, 2022; $12,500 effective Jan 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Authorized sale of surplus property via GovDeals online auction, 20 items, July 19-Aug 17, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Recreation Department refunds up to $750 per family without prior Council approval (5-0)
• Approved payment of bills/vouchers (4-0-1, Ross abstained)

Borough Council

The Lincoln Park Governing Body will meet to discuss updates to school plans and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions include updating land development standards for electric vehicle charging spaces and authorizing the sale of surplus municipal property.

• Ordinance 11-22: Amending Land Development Review Chapter 17-22.5 regarding EVSE parking and usage fees
• Ordinance 10-22: Amending length of service awards for Volunteer First Aid Squad and Volunteer Fire Department
• Resolution R22-169: Sale of surplus municipal property via Gov Deals public auction
• Resolution R22-166: Appointment of Linda Finelli as Library Board Trustee
• Resolution R22-167: Commitment to 'Idle Free Zones'

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to adopt a bond ordinance for water utility improvements and execute a developer agreement for 31 Boonton Turnpike. The body will also consider several grant applications and budget revenue insertions.

• Ordinance 9-22: Bond for water utility improvements appropriating $91,300
• Developer's Agreement with Lincoln Park Square, LLC for 31 Boonton Turnpike
• Resolution R22-151: Purchase of fuel from Allied Oil not to exceed $150,000
• Resolution R22-150 and R22-154: Budget revenue insertions of $70,000 and $274,735 for local recreational improvement
• Ordinance 10-22: Amending length of service awards for volunteer first aid and fire departments

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 9-22, a bond ordinance appropriating $91,300 for water utility improvements and authorizing $77,605 in bonds, after correcting a typographical error. The Council also approved collective bargaining agreements with Local 560 (DPW & Telecommunications) and Local 74 (Clerical Unit), and introduced Ordinance 10-22 amending the Length of Service Awards Program for volunteer first aid and fire department members. A consent agenda of resolutions was approved covering liquor licenses, tax refunds, escrow releases, grants, and various agreements.

• Adopted Bond Ordinance 9-22 for water utility improvements, appropriating $91,300 and issuing $77,605 in bonds (7-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Local 560, International Brotherhood of Teamsters for 2022-2026 (7-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Local 74 Clerical Unit (6-0, Seise abstained)
• Introduced Ordinance 10-22 amending Length of Service Awards Program for First Aid Squad and Fire Department (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda R22-146 through R22-162 including liquor license renewals, tax refunds, escrow releases, and grant acceptances
• Approved $70,000 Local Recreational Improvement Grant for Centennial (Beavertown) Park playground, walking track, and bocci courts
• Approved $274,735 Strengthening Local Public Health Capacity Grant from NJ Department of Health
• Approved 4-year shared services agreement with Pequannock Township for Construction Official services at $78,000/year

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting for the Annual Health Department Meeting. The primary purpose is to review the 2021 annual report presented by Health Director Kathy Skrobala.

• Presentation of the Borough of Lincoln Park Health Department Annual Report 2021

The Lincoln Park Borough Council, sitting as the Board of Health, received the Health Department's annual report for 2021 from Director Kathy Skrobala. The report covered COVID-19 data, services, and 2022 goals. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational and adjourned after the presentation.

• Received 2021 Health Department annual report (no vote)
• Adjourned Board of Health meeting at 7:45 PM (motion by Moeller, second by Ross)

Planning Board

The board will review the minutes from the February 17, 2022, meeting and receive an update from the Master Plan Committee. The meeting also includes a presentation to retired member Salvatore Marino.

• Approval of February 17, 2022, minutes
• Master Plan Committee update
• Presentation to Salvatore Marino

The Lincoln Park Planning Board held a regular meeting on June 16, 2022, and approved the minutes from February 17, 2022, by unanimous vote. The board also received an update on the master plan committee's progress, including targeted community outreach and upcoming deadlines. A plaque was presented to retired board member Salvatore Marino in appreciation for his service from 2006 to 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 17, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Presented plaque to retired member Salvatore Marino

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider a resolution regarding a major site plan and variance for 3 Chapel Hill Road. The board will also review a waiver request for a bulk variance and grading permit at 29 Longview Avenue.

• Site Plan #377 and Variance #2021-03 for PK Petroleum Five, LLC at 3 Chapel Hill Road
• Waiver request for Variance #2021-04 and Grading Permit #G22-01 at 29 Longview Avenue
• Approval of May 10, 2022, meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved a resolution granting preliminary and final major site plan and variance approvals for PK Petroleum Five, LLC to expand the CITGO gas station at 3 Chapel Hill Road, including a new canopy, second-floor office, and towing business, subject to conditions. The board also granted all requested waivers for Lisa LoPresti's grading permit application for a detached garage at 29 Longview Avenue, allowing the application to proceed to a public hearing. Minutes from the May 10, 2022 meeting were approved with corrections.

• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022 meeting with corrections (6-0)
• Granted site plan and variance approvals for PK Petroleum Five, LLC at 3 Chapel Hill Road (6-0)
• Approved waiver requests for grading permit application at 29 Longview Avenue (7-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider two bond ordinances for capital improvements and water utility upgrades. The agenda also includes a special permit for alcohol sales at Community Lake and several escrow authorizations.

• Bond Ordinance 8-22: $1,357,750 for various capital improvements and acquisitions
• Bond Ordinance 9-22: $91,300 for water utility improvements
• Special permit for alcohol sale/consumption at Community Lake on July 2, 2022
• Liquor license transfer from Joseph Wolfson, Inc. to A & D Wolfson, Inc.
• Purchase of six Gold Leaf 'Welcome to Lincoln Park' road signs for $9,267.29

The Lincoln Park Borough Council adopted two bond ordinances: Ordinance 8-22 appropriating $1,357,750 for various capital improvements with $772,387 in bonds, and Ordinance 9-22 appropriating $91,300 for water utility improvements with $77,605 in bonds. The council also approved a consent agenda including a liquor license transfer, escrow refunds, and the purchase of two electronic message centers, plus resolutions authorizing a special alcohol permit for a July 2 event, a library board appointment, and settlement negotiations for a harassment claim.

• Adopted Ordinance 8-22, $1,357,750 capital improvements bond ordinance (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 9-22, $91,300 water utility improvements bond ordinance (4-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer from Joseph Wolfson, Inc. to A&D Wolfson, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved purchase of two Daktronics electronic message centers, not to exceed $73,342 (4-0)
• Approved special alcohol permit for Recreation Department/Cypress Tavern event at Community Lake on July 2, 2022 (4-0)
• Appointed Frank Scangarella, Esq. as Library Board Trustee (4-0)
• Authorized Labor Counsel to negotiate settlement of alleged harassment claim (4-0)
• Approved release of escrow funds for Lincoln Park Properties, Shoprite, Ibrahim Akcay, and refund to Nancy Cassidy (4-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review several bond ordinances for capital improvements and water utility upgrades. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a liquor license transfer and a request for a special permit for alcohol sales at Community Lake.

• Bond Ordinance 8-22: $1,357,750 for various capital improvements and acquisitions
• Bond Ordinance 9-22: $91,300 for water utility improvements
• Public hearing for liquor license transfer from Joseph Wolfson, Inc. to A & D Wolfson, Inc.
• Special permit request for alcohol sales at Community Lake on July 2, 2022
• Authorization of escrow agreements for 1 Frassetto Way, 60 Beaverbrook Road, and 291 Ryerson Road

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is continuing a public hearing regarding a preliminary and final major site plan and variance application. The matter involves use and bulk requirements for the property located at 3 Chapel Hill Road.

• Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan #377 and Variance Application #2021-03
• Public hearing for PK Petroleum Five, LLC at Block 22.1, Lot 291

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a preliminary and final major site plan and variance application by PK Petroleum Five, LLC for the property at 3 Chapel Hill Road. The approval includes a use variance for the expansion of a pre-existing nonconforming gas station and tow truck business, along with several bulk variances. The motion to approve was made with conditions and passed unanimously.

• Approved Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan #377 and Variance Application #2021-03 for PK Petroleum Five, LLC (6-0)
• Granted use variance (d2) for expansion of pre-existing nonconforming use
• Granted bulk variances (c) for parking setbacks, stall size, signage, and loading zone
• Approved April 12, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Borough Council

The Governing Body is meeting to discuss the transfer of a liquor license and several administrative appointments. The council is introducing two bond ordinances to fund capital improvements and water utility projects.

• Bond Ordinance 8-22 for capital improvements appropriating $1,357,750
• Bond Ordinance 9-22 for water utility improvements appropriating $91,300
• Liquor license transfer from Joseph Wolfson, INC. to A & D Wolfson, INC.
• Appointment of Gregory F. Becker as Fire Official
• Appointment of Christopher Taormina as Part-Time Code Enforcement Officer

The Lincoln Park Borough Council appointed Gregory F. Becker as Fire Official and Christopher Taormina as Part-Time Code Enforcement Officer. The council also introduced two bond ordinances for capital improvements and water utility improvements, and concurred on several resolutions to be voted on at the May 16 meeting.

• Appointed Gregory F. Becker as Fire Official (7-0)
• Appointed Christopher Taormina as Part-Time Code Enforcement Officer (7-0)
• Introduced bond ordinance for capital improvements, appropriating $1,357,750 (6-0, Moeller absent)
• Introduced bond ordinance for water utility improvements, appropriating $91,300 (6-0, Moeller absent)
• Concurred on release of four escrow accounts
• Concurred on purchase of two electronic messaging centers for $73,342
• Concurred on cancellation of $2,365.72 in taxes for flood buyout property

Borough Council

The Council will consider several resolutions including purchasing electric vehicle charging stations and authorizing Lincoln Park Day. The agenda also includes multiple escrow releases and a contract with Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey.

• Purchase of three Chargepoint CT4021-GW1/Level II/Dual-Port/Bollard Mount charging stations from Bryan Electric
• Lincoln Park Day scheduled for September 24, 2022, at Chapel Hill Road/Main Street
• Escrow releases for Wolfson Realty Associates, LLC (6 Buckingham Road), Lincoln Park Corner, LLC (275 Comly Road), Jaclyn Padovano (6 W. William Street), and Gino Battaglia (51 Chapel Hill Road)
• Adjustment of water excess charge for 7 Mason Ave in the amount of $43.37
• Cancellation of taxes for 120 Riveredge Road, 19 Woodlawn Road, 185 Riveredge Road, and 1 Poplar Street

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding its regular meeting, primarily to continue a public hearing on a preliminary and final major site plan and variance application by PK Petroleum Five, LLC for a property at 3 Chapel Hill Road. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its March 8, 2022 meeting. The application has a decision deadline of May 27, 2022.

• Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan #377 and Variance Application #2021-03 by PK Petroleum Five, LLC
• Property at 3 Chapel Hill Road (Block 22.1, Lot 291)
• Public hearing continuation from March 8, 2022 meeting
• Decision deadline of May 27, 2022
• Approval of March 8, 2022 meeting minutes

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment continued the public hearing for PK Petroleum's preliminary and final major site plan and variance application for a gas station at 3 Chapel Hill Road. The applicant's engineer testified about revised plans, but the board raised concerns about parking, circulation, and the off-road diesel dispenser location. The applicant rested for the night, and the hearing was carried to the May 10th meeting with no decision made.

• Approved minutes from March 8, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Continued PK Petroleum site plan hearing to May 10, 2022; no vote taken
• Accepted revised site plan dated April 12, 2022 as Exhibit A-1
• Accepted fuel delivery turning exhibit as Exhibit A-2

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to discuss several contracts, shared service agreements, and a financial agreement with ANDI02 Urban Renewal, LLC. The body will also consider requests regarding Lincoln Park Day and the conservation of the Drew Forest.

• Ordinance 7-22 for a financial agreement with ANDI02 Urban Renewal, LLC
• Request to waive a $100.00 fee for Lincoln Park Day
• Shared Service Agreement with Pequannock Township for Construction and Sub-Code Officials
• Contracts for Bryan Electric, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, and rock salt & calcium chloride
• Resolution to cancel taxes on properties acquired through the Flood Buyout Program

The Borough Council approved a shared services agreement with Pequannock Township for construction official and building sub-code services at $6,500 per month for a 90-day term, along with an emergency appropriation of $58,500 to fund it. The council also adopted Ordinance 7-22 authorizing a financial agreement with ANDI02 Urban Renewal, LLC. Several other items were concurred for future agendas, including fee waivers, escrow releases, and contracts.

• Adopted shared services agreement with Pequannock for construction official services (6-0)
• Adopted emergency appropriation of $58,500 for shared services (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 7-22 authorizing financial agreement with ANDI02 Urban Renewal, LLC (6-0)
• Concurred to waive $100 fee for Lincoln Park Day
• Concurred to allow Lincoln Park Day on Sept 24, 2022
• Concurred to release four escrow accounts
• Concurred to adjust water excess charge for 7 Mason Ave by $43.37
• Concurred to cancel taxes on flood buyout properties totaling $12,940.83

Borough Council

The Borough Council will meet to vote on the 2022 municipal budget and various financial amendments. The agenda includes ordinances regarding development agreements, fee updates, and police department communication system upgrades.

• Ordinance 7-22: Financial agreement with ANDI02 Urban Renewal, LLC
• Ordinance 5-22: Model ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits
• Ordinance 6-22: Amendments to Borough Code Chapter 34 regarding fees
• Resolution R22-101: Amendment to Comly Estates Paving Project Phase I
• Resolutions R22-104 and R22-105: Amending and adopting the 2022 Municipal Budget

The Lincoln Park Borough Council adopted the 2022 municipal budget (R22-105) and approved a resolution amending it (R22-104) to add $40,818.01 in anticipated revenues and appropriations. The Council also rescinded a prior contract with Northeast Communications (R22-108) and authorized new contracts with Motorola Solutions and Northeast Communications (R22-109) for police communication system upgrades totaling $101,325.40. Additionally, the Council adopted ordinances for a financial agreement with ANDI02 Urban Renewal LLC (7-22), a CAP bank (5-22), and fee schedule amendments (6-22).

• Adopted 2022 municipal budget (R22-105) (6-0)
• Approved budget amendment adding $40,818.01 in revenues/appropriations (R22-104) (6-0)
• Rescinded R21-152 contract with Northeast Communications (R22-108) (6-0)
• Authorized $101,325.40 in police radio contracts with Motorola Solutions and Northeast Communications (R22-109) (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance authorizing financial agreement with ANDI02 Urban Renewal LLC (7-22) (6-0)
• Adopted CAP bank ordinance (5-22) (6-0)
• Adopted fee schedule amendment ordinance (6-22) (6-0)
• Appointed Nicole Bosland as Acting Deputy Borough Clerk (R22-112) (6-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary and final major site plan and variance application by PK Petroleum Five, LLC. The application concerns use and bulk requirements for the property located at 3 Chapel Hill Road.

• Public Hearing for Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan #377
• Variance Application #2021-03 (use/bulk) at 3 Chapel Hill Road
• Approval of January 11, 2022, meeting minutes

The Zoning Board heard testimony from the applicant, PK Petroleum Five, LLC, for a preliminary and final site plan and variance application to renovate the gas station at 3 Chapel Hill Road. No decision was made; the public hearing was carried to the April 12, 2022 meeting. The board approved the January 11, 2022 reorganization and regular meeting minutes with corrections.

• Approved January 11, 2022 reorganization meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved January 11, 2022 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
• Continued public hearing for PK Petroleum Five, LLC site plan and variance application to April 12, 2022

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to discuss the re-warding of voting districts and the appointment of a Zoning Board member. The body is considering a new permit fee for the Farmer's Market and a contract for geese clearing services.

• Discussion on re-warding voting districts
• Contract with Geese Chasers North Jersey, LLC not to exceed $9,000.00
• Proposed $30.00 per season Farmer's Market permit fee
• Appointment of John Luciano to the Zoning Board of Adjustment
• Resolution for NJDOH Strengthening Local Public Health Capacity Grant application

The Lincoln Park Borough Council held a work meeting on March 7, 2022, and adopted four resolutions. These included a contract for geese clearing services at Community Lake, the appointment of John Luciano to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, support for a public health grant application, and authorization for a closed session. The council also introduced Ordinance 6-22, which would establish a $30 per season permit fee for farmer's market vendors. All votes were unanimous among the six members present, with Councilmember Moeller absent.

• Adopted R22-96: $8,925 contract with Geese Chasers North Jersey for geese clearing at Community Lake (6-0)
• Adopted R22-97: Appointed John Luciano as full member of Zoning Board of Adjustment, term through 12/31/2024 (6-0)
• Adopted R22-98: Authorized submission of NJDOH Strengthening Local Public Health Capacity Grant application (6-0)
• Adopted R22-99: Authorized closed session to discuss shared service agreement with Pequannock (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 6-22: Establishing $30 per season farmer's market permit fee; final passage scheduled for March 22, 2022 (6-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to discuss the re-warding of voting districts. The body is also considering appointments to the Zoning Board of Adjustment and several municipal contracts.

• Discussion on Re-Warding Voting Districts/Wards
• Appointment of John Luciano to the Zoning Board of Adjustment
• Contract with Geese Chasers North Jersey, LLC for geese clearing services not to exceed $9,000.00
• Proposed 'Farmer's Market' Permit Fee Ordinance of $30.00 per season
• Escrow release for 196 Main Street, Roll House Dragon, LLC

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss re-warding voting districts and introduce the 2022 municipal budget. The meeting includes ordinances regarding electric vehicle parking and property enforcement at 275 Comly Road.

• Discussion of Re-Warding/Voting Districts
• Introduction of the 2022 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance 3-22: Enforcement of statutes for 275 Comly Road (Lincoln Park Corner Realty, LLC)
• Ordinance 4-22: Amending development regulations for Electric Vehicle Supply/Service Equipment
• Escrow releases for 117 Ryerson Road and 38 Randolph Street

The Borough Council introduced the 2022 municipal budget and a CAP bank ordinance to exceed state budget limits, and adopted ordinances for traffic enforcement at 275 Comly Road and for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The council also approved a consent agenda of resolutions including escrow refunds, a wildlife action plan pledge, and solid waste bid specifications. A discussion was held on required re-districting due to the 2020 Census, with a committee formed to draft a proposal.

• Introduced Ordinance 5-22, the 2022 CAP Bank ordinance, on first reading.
• Adopted Ordinance 3-22, authorizing traffic enforcement on property at 275 Comly Road.
• Adopted Ordinance 4-22, amending development regulations to encourage electric vehicle charging stations.
• Adopted the 2022 municipal budget introduction (Resolution R22-89).
• Approved consent agenda resolutions R22-81 through R22-86, including escrow refunds and bid specs for solid waste collection.
• Approved Resolution R22-90, transferring a $2,000 tax sale premium to the general fund.
• Approved Resolution R22-91, cancelling taxes for two properties acquired by the NJ Natural Lands Trust.
• Approved Resolution R22-95, appointing John Panicci as Class II member of the Planning Board.

Borough Council

The Borough Council will discuss the introduction of the 2022 Municipal Budget and an ordinance to establish a CAP bank for budget appropriation limits. The body will also consider regulations for electric vehicle charging equipment and a property enforcement ordinance.

• Ordinance 4-22: Amending development regulations to authorize Electric Vehicle Supply/Service Equipment (EVSE)
• Ordinance 3-22: Enforcement of statutes for property owned by Lincoln Park Corner Realty, LLC at 275 Comly Road
• Resolution R22-86: Publication for bid specifications for Solid Waste Collection
• Resolution R22-89: Introduction of the 2022 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance 5-22: Model Ordinance to Exceed Municipal Budget Appropriation Limits

Planning Board

The Lincoln Park Planning Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes. The board will also consider a resolution regarding a site plan and variance application for a property at 31 Boonton Turnpike.

• Resolution for Major Site Plan & Variance Application #376 and Grading Permit #G21-04 (31 Boonton Turnpike)

The Lincoln Park Planning Board approved Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan Application #376 and Grading Permit #G21-04 for Lincoln Park Square, LLC, at 31 Boonton Turnpike. The approval includes variances for parking, signage, and loading areas, and is subject to conditions including the design of a second on-site traffic lane. The board also discussed starting a Master Plan revision with Paul Ricci and noted ongoing issues with other properties.

• Approved the December 16, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Approved the January 20, 2022 reorganization meeting minutes.
• Approved the January 20, 2022 regular meeting minutes.
• Approved the resolution for Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan Application #376 and Grading Permit #G21-04 for Lincoln Park Square, LLC, with amendments to the resolution text.
• Scheduled a discussion with Paul Ricci about the Master Plan revision for the March 17, 2022 meeting.
• Discussed potential residential conversion of properties at 59, 61, and 63 Beaver Brook Road, but took no action.
• Discussed the status of the cannabis resolution and the Gro-Rite property, but took no action.
• Discussed concerns about Meridia's work at the Upper Main site, but took no action.

Borough Council

The Borough Council will meet for a budget hearing to review the 2022 budget presented by the Mayor and Administration. The meeting includes remarks from the Council following the presentation.

• 2022 Budget presentation

Borough Council

The Borough Council is considering the promotion of Joseph Zammit to Chief of Police and the appointment of Courtney Fitzpatrick as Municipal Clerk. The agenda includes a school district bond referendum presentation and several proposed ordinances regarding electric vehicles and water regulations.

• Promotion and employment agreement for Joseph Zammit as Chief of Police
• Bond Referendum presentation by Superintendent Michael Meyer
• Appointment of Courtney Fitzpatrick as Acting Municipal Clerk and Municipal Clerk
• Ordinance regarding electric vehicle supply/service equipment (EVSE)
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 461, Water, of the Borough Code

The Borough Council unanimously approved the promotion of Joseph Zammit to Chief of Police, effective February 1, 2022, with a pro-rated salary of $178,768 for 2022, and authorized his employment agreement. The council also adopted ordinances amending water regulations and police department code, and introduced ordinances on electric vehicle infrastructure and traffic enforcement on private property. Additionally, Courtney Fitzpatrick was appointed Acting Municipal Clerk until March 31, 2022, and Municipal Clerk from April 1, 2022.

• Approved promotion of Joseph Zammit to Chief of Police (7-0)
• Approved employment agreement for Joseph Zammit (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1-22 amending water code (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2-22 amending police department code (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 3-22 for traffic enforcement on private property (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 4-22 for electric vehicle supply equipment (7-0)
• Appointed Courtney Fitzpatrick as Acting Municipal Clerk and Municipal Clerk (7-0)
• Approved employment agreement for CFO Fabiana Mello (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to reorganize for the 2022 calendar year. The body will elect officers, appoint professional consultants, and establish committee assignments.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
• Appointment of Engineer, Counsel, and Planner
• Adoption of 2022 meeting schedule
• Designation of official newspaper for 2022
• Appointment of Subdivision, Site Plan, Downtown Improvement, Ordinance, and Master Plan committees

The Lincoln Park Planning Board held its 2022 reorganization meeting, electing officers and reappointing professional consultants. Chuck Blewett was elected chairman, Jonathan Terrero as vice chairman, and Joan Ward as secretary. The board approved contracts for Darmofalski Engineering Associates as engineer, Beattie Padovano as counsel, and Ricciplanning as planner, all for the 2022 calendar year.

• Elected Chuck Blewett as chairman (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Elected Jonathan Terrero as vice chairman (6-0)
• Elected Joan Ward as secretary (6-0)
• Approved Darmofalski Engineering Associates as engineer for 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Beattie Padovano as legal counsel for 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Ricciplanning as planner for 2022 (6-0)
• Set 2022 meeting schedule: third Thursday monthly at 7:00 PM (voice vote)
• Designated Daily Record as official newspaper, Suburban Trends as alternate (voice vote)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to approve previous minutes and address a specific site plan application. The board is considering a resolution regarding a project at 31 Boonton Turnpike.

• Resolution for Major Site Plan & Variance Application #376 and Grading Permit #G21-04 at 31 Boonton Turnpike (Block 22.1, Lot 302)

The Lincoln Park Planning Board held a brief regular meeting on January 20, 2022, but took no substantive actions. The board carried approval of the December 16, 2021 minutes because the secretary had not finished them, and also carried a resolution of memorialization for a site plan application (Lincoln Park Square, LLC) because the resolution was not yet prepared. The meeting adjourned at 7:20 P.M.

• Carried approval of December 16, 2021 minutes (no vote taken)
• Carried resolution of memorialization for Application #376 and Grading Permit #G21-04 (no vote taken)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to reorganize its leadership and operations for the 2022 calendar year. The body will elect officers and appoint professional consultants and committees.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
• Appointment of Engineer, Counsel, and Planner
• Adoption of 2022 meeting schedule
• Designation of official newspaper for 2022
• Appointment of Subdivision, Site Plan, Downtown Improvement, Ordinance, and Master Plan committees

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing regarding the acquisition of 195 Riveredge Road through the Morris County Flood Mitigation Program. The body will also consider ordinances amending the water and police department codes.

• Public hearing for the acquisition of 195 Riveredge Road
• Ordinance 1-22 to amend Chapter 461 (Water) of the Code Book
• Ordinance 2-22 to amend Chapter 99 (Police Department) of the Code Book
• Refund of $400.00 to Jaflo, Inc.
• Appointment of Jonathan Terrero, Joshua Kaufman, and David Koldyk to 4-year Class IV Planning Board terms

The Lincoln Park Borough Council approved prior meeting minutes, introduced two ordinances (water code and police department amendments) for first reading, and adopted several resolutions including a flood mitigation grant application for 195 Riveredge Road. The council also approved appointments to the Planning Board and accepted a donation from Bardi's Bar & Grill.

• Approved minutes from Dec 20, 2021 regular and closed sessions, and Jan 3, 2022 work meeting (all unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 1-22 amending Chapter 461 (Water) on first reading (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2-22 amending Chapter 99 (Police Department) on first reading (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda resolutions R22-67 through R22-71, including refunds and donation acceptance (7-0)
• Adopted R22-72 authorizing payment of bills/vouchers (6-0-1, Ross abstained)
• Adopted R22-73 appointing Planning Board members Terrero, Kaufman, Koldyk (7-0)
• Adopted R22-75 supporting Morris County Flood Mitigation Program application for 195 Riveredge Road (6-0-1, Ross abstained)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from December 14, 2021, and consider a resolution to memorialize a variance application for property at 90 Mountain Heights Avenue. The meeting is procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2021
• Consideration of resolution for Variance Application #2021-05 by Jim McCulloch, Block 36, Lot 21, 90 Mountain Heights Avenue

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment approved Variance Application #2021-05 by Jim McCulloch for a second-story addition, first-story extension over the garage, and decks at 90 Mountain Heights Avenue. The board granted front yard setback variances to Mountain Heights Avenue and Northwest Street, citing exceptional narrowness and configuration of the property. The approval was unanimous (5-0) and subject to conditions including compliance with the Board Engineer's report and obtaining a grading permit.

• Approved Variance Application #2021-05 for 90 Mountain Heights Ave (5-0)
• Granted front yard setback variance to Mountain Heights Ave (31.4 ft proposed vs 40 ft required)
• Granted front yard setback variance to Northwest St (18.1 ft proposed vs 40 ft required)
• Approved December 14, 2021 meeting minutes with corrections (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

This is the Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment's annual reorganization meeting. The board will elect its 2022 officers (chairman, vice chairman, secretary, assistant secretary) and pass resolutions setting meeting dates and appointing the board attorney, engineer, and planner. No council appointments are needed because no terms expire. No public hearings or zoning decisions are on this agenda.

• Election of 2022 officers: Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, Assistant Secretary
• Resolution to set 2022 meeting dates, newspapers, and agendas
• Resolution to appoint Board Attorney
• Resolution to appoint Board Engineer
• Resolution to appoint Planner

The Lincoln Park Zoning Board of Adjustment held its annual reorganization meeting, electing officers and reappointing its attorney, engineer, and planner for 2022. All appointments and resolutions were approved unanimously. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive zoning decisions made.

• Elected Pat Byrne as Chairman (6-0)
• Elected Tom Zapf as Vice Chairman (6-0)
• Elected Joan Ward as Secretary (6-0)
• Elected Mary as Assistant Secretary (6-0)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule (second Tuesday monthly, 7 PM) (6-0)
• Reappointed Mandelbaum Barrett, P.C. as Board Attorney for 2022 (6-0)
• Reappointed Darmofalski Engineering Associates, Inc. as Board Engineer for 2022 (6-0)
• Reappointed Paul N. Ricci, AICP, PP, Ricciplanning, LLC as Professional Planner for 2022 (6-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is reviewing several resolutions, including the assignment of redevelopment agreements to Meridia Lincoln Park entities. The agenda also includes a request for a $400.00 refund to Jaflo, Inc. and a Morris County Community Development Block Grant application.

• $400.00 refund requested for Jaflo, Inc.
• Morris County Community Development Block Grant (R22-63)
• Redevelopment agreement assignment for Tax Block 139, Lot 20.1 to Meridia Lincoln Park 241, Urban Renewal, LLC (R22-65)
• Redevelopment agreement assignment for Tax Block 3.05, Lots 305 and 305.5 to Meridia Lincoln Park 115, Urban Renewal, LLC (R22-66)

The Lincoln Park Borough Council approved a resolution to apply for a $125,000 Morris County Community Development Block Grant to replace the water main on Maturan Avenue, with an estimated project cost of $337,000. The council also adopted resolutions supporting fair housing and authorizing the assignment of two Meridia redevelopment agreements to new entities. Several other items, including a $400 refund and a tent donation, were concurred for future agendas.

• Approved resolution R22-63 to apply for $125,000 CDBG grant for Maturan Ave water main (7-0)
• Adopted resolution R22-64 supporting Title VIII of Civil Rights Act (7-0)
• Adopted resolution R22-65 assigning Meridia redevelopment agreement for Block 139, Lot 20.1 (6-1, Moeller no)
• Adopted resolution R22-66 assigning Meridia redevelopment agreement for Block 3.05, Lots 305 and 305.5 (6-1, Moeller no)
• Concurred to place $400 refund to Jaflo, Inc. on Jan 18 agenda
• Concurred to place escrow releases for Skyline Village and Beavers Corp. on Jan 18 agenda
• Concurred to accept donation of 20'x40' tent from Bardi's Bar & Grill on Jan 18 agenda

Borough Council

The Borough Council is conducting an organizational meeting to elect a Council President and confirm various municipal appointments. The agenda includes several resolutions regarding budget designations, professional service contracts, and committee establishments.

• Election of Council President
• Appointment of Planning Board members including Sal Marino, Jonathan Terrero, Joshua Kaufman, and David Koldyk
• Establishment of a Green Team Advisory Committee
• Professional service contracts for Borough Attorney DiLorenzo and Rush, Municipal Prosecutor Kim Kassar, and Borough Engineer Darmofalski Engineering
• Tax Collector fee of $25.00 per notice for 2022 Electronic Tax Sales

The Lincoln Park Borough Council held its annual reorganization meeting, unanimously electing Andrew Seise as Council President for 2022. The council approved a consent agenda of 14 resolutions covering meeting schedules, temporary appropriations, and financial policies, followed by confirmation of the mayor's appointments and approval of numerous professional services contracts for 2022. All resolutions were adopted unanimously.

• Elected Andrew Seise as Council President for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule and temporary appropriations totaling $6,483,809.38 (R22-1, R22-4)
• Confirmed mayor's appointments including Library Trustee, Municipal Prosecutor, Borough Attorney, and Engineer (R22-15 through R22-22)
• Approved professional services contracts for legal, engineering, and financial services (R22-18 through R22-22, R22-48 through R22-62)
• Established Green Team Advisory Committee with six members (R22-16)
• Increased bid threshold to $40,000 and appointed Perry Mayers as Qualified Purchasing Agent (R22-40)
• Authorized tax lien sale and electronic tax sale participation for 2022 (R22-8, R22-9)
• Set outside contractor rate for police services at $100/hour (R22-13)

Borough Council

The Lincoln Park Borough Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including a $400 refund to Jaflo, Inc., escrow releases, a grant application for a Community Development Block Grant, and resolutions supporting fair housing and accepting a donation. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items with no public hearings scheduled.

• Resolution for $400 refund to Jaflo, Inc.
• Resolutions authorizing escrow releases (#2504, #2514, #2515)
• Resolution authorizing Morris County Community Development Block Grant application
• Resolution supporting Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (Fair Housing)
• Resolution authorizing acceptance of donation

The Lincoln Park Borough Council approved resolutions authorizing a $125,000 Community Development Block Grant application for water main replacement on Maturan Avenue, and supporting federal fair housing law. It also approved two redevelopment agreement assignments to Meridia entities for affordable housing projects, with Councilmember Moeller voting no on both. Other actions included concurring on a $400 refund to Jaflo, Inc., escrow releases, and a donation of a tent from Bardi's Bar & Grill.

• Approved resolution R22-63 authorizing CDBG grant application for Maturan Ave water main (7-0)
• Approved resolution R22-64 supporting Title VIII of Civil Rights Act (7-0)
• Approved resolution R22-65 assigning redevelopment agreement to Meridia Lincoln Park 241 for Block 139, Lot 20.1 (6-1, Moeller no)
• Approved resolution R22-66 assigning redevelopment agreement to Meridia Lincoln Park 115 for Block 3.05, Lots 305 and 305.5 (6-1, Moeller no)
• Concurred on $400 refund to Jaflo, Inc. for January 18 agenda
• Concurred on escrow releases for Skyline Village Pool and Beavers Corp. for January 18 agenda
• Concurred on donation of 20' x 40' tent from Bardi's Bar & Grill for January 18 agenda