Lindenwold, NJ

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council is holding its regular business meeting on August 12, 2026. The agenda includes first readings of ordinances to delegate bingo/raffle license authority to the clerk and set a $20 application fee, second readings to set a $70 rental inspection fee and revise periodic inspection rules, and a consent agenda with resolutions to sell 12 surplus properties, hire two public works employees, purchase tasers, and other routine items. The council will also enter closed session for legal updates and personnel matters.

• Ordinance 2026:25 (2nd reading): sets rental inspection fee at $70 per unit, effective Jan 1, 2027
• Ordinance 2026:26 (2nd reading): allows DCA inspections to count as annual rental inspections, with a 10% fee credit for complexes with 85% satisfactory ratings
• Ordinance 2026:27 (1st reading): authorizes Borough Clerk to issue bingo and raffle licenses
• Ordinance 2026:28 (1st reading): sets $20 application fee for raffle and bingo licenses
• Consent agenda includes sale of 12 properties (e.g., 104 Holland St, 3 Fairmount Ave, 2311 Cuthbert Dr N) and hiring Joseph John and Christopher Vega for Public Works

Joint Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board will consider several variance requests and a change of use application. The board is also scheduled to appoint a conflict solicitor for 2026.

• Appointment of conflict solicitor Kathleen McGill Gaskill, Esq. (JLUB-26-12)
• Variance request for 229 E Maple Ave (JLUB-26-9)
• Variance request for 535 Chestnut Ave (JLUB-26-6)
• Minor site plan and change of use for 555 Blackwood Clementon Rd (JLUB-26-8)
• Minor subdivision and variance for 112 State Ave (JLUB-26-10)

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council is voting on three ordinances: raising the rental inspection fee to $70, updating police duties regarding construction traffic, and modifying periodic inspection rules. The body will also authorize shared services with the Clementon Board of Education.

• Ordinance 2026:25 — Rental inspection fee increased to $70
• Ordinance 2026:24 — Police duties updated for construction traffic safety
• Ordinance 2026:26 — Periodic inspection rules modified for multi-family properties
• Resolution 2026:135 — Shared service agreement with Clementon Board of Education
• Resolution 2026:132 — Purchase of sewer equipment through PVSC

The Lindenwold Borough Council approved the payment of bills, meeting minutes, and a consent agenda containing five resolutions. It also passed first readings of two ordinances amending rental inspection fees and periodic inspections, and a second reading of an ordinance on police duties. The council entered executive session to discuss legal updates and personnel.

• Approved payment of bills (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from 6-10-2026 and executive session minutes (all in favor)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026:25 amending rental inspection fee (all in favor)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026:26 amending periodic inspections (all in favor)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2026:24 amending police duties (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions 2026:131-135 (all in favor)
• Entered executive session via Resolution 2026:130 (all in favor)

Joint Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board will consider several development applications, including a major site plan with use variance for Determing's Market at 506 E. Gibbsboro Rd, as well as minor site plans for Sepser Group, The Liv N Room, and Laurel Hill Apartments. The board will also discuss appointing Kathleen McGill Gaskill as conflict solicitor and review variances for two residential properties.

• JLUB-26-2: Amended preliminary and final major site plan with use variance for Determing's Market at 506 E. Gibbsboro Rd
• JLUB-26-4: Minor site plan with use variance for Sepser Group at 614 S. White Horse Pike
• JLUB-26-5: Minor site plan with change of use, bulk variance, and design waiver for The Liv N Room at 10 S. White Horse Pike
• JLUB-26-7: Minor site plan with bulk variance for Laurel Hill Apartments at 800 Chews Landing Road
• Appointment of Kathleen McGill Gaskill, Esq. as conflict solicitor for the board

The Board approved several site plans and variances for local businesses and apartments. It also appointed a conflict solicitor and postponed one variance application to July 23, 2026.

• Approved minor subdivision extension for ARCR Home Builders LLC to 8/28/2026
• Approved amended preliminary and final major site plan with use variance for Deterding’s Market, Inc.
• Approved minor site plan with use variance for Sepser Group, LLC
• Approved minor site plan with change of use, bulk variance, and design waiver for The Liv N Room
• Approved minor site plan with bulk variance for Laurel Hill Apartments, LLC
• Appointed Kathleen McGill Gaskill, Esq. as Conflict Solicitor
• Postponed variance application for Elyse & Shanita Quarles (535 Chestnut Ave) to July 23, 2026
• Deemed application complete for Alvaro & Francis Bonilla (229 E Maple Ave)

Borough Council

The council will introduce an ordinance expanding police authority at construction sites (first reading) and hold public hearings on multiple second-reading ordinances affecting certificates of occupancy, municipal liens, nuisance abatement, and turn prohibitions. The meeting includes an executive session for legal updates and personnel, administering oaths to six new police officers, and approval of bills and minutes. A consent agenda covers liquor license renewal, an LED lighting purchase for athletic facilities, and NJDOT state aid grant applications.

• First reading of Ordinance 2026:24 amending police duties (Chapter 296-30) to authorize traffic control at construction sites
• Second reading/public hearing for Ordinance 2026:15 requiring a certificate of occupancy each time a residential dwelling changes ownership
• Second reading/public hearing for Ordinance 2026:16 requiring current owner to maintain occupancy certificate regardless of prior owner's failure
• Resolution 2026:120 authorizing purchase of LED light structure system for athletic facility through ESCNJ co-op
• Resolution 2026:119 renewing liquor license for 2026-2027

The Council passed several ordinances amending the borough code regarding occupancy, nuisances, and police duties. They also approved a consent agenda including liquor and raffle licenses, athletic lighting, and state aid applications.

• Approved Ordinance 2026:24 (first reading) amending police duties (All-0)
• Approved Ordinances 2026:15, 16, and 17 regarding certificates of occupancy and dwelling units (All-0)
• Approved Ordinances 2026:18, 19, 20, and 21 regarding emergencies, liens, and nuisances (All-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026:22 (non-contractual salary) and 2026:23 (turn prohibitions) (All-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Resolutions 2026:119-125, including liquor license renewal and athletic lighting purchase (All-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026:126 for Ricoh USA copier lease (All-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026:127 promoting Kathleen Lynn and Jessica Torres to Clerk II (All-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026:129 authorizing borough summer hours (All-0)

Joint Land Use Board

The Lindenwold Joint Land Use Board will hold a regular meeting on May 28, 2026, to review several land-use applications. Old business includes a 90-day extension for ARCR Home Builders. New business features a preliminary/final amended major site plan for Determing's Market at 506 E. Gibbsboro Road, along with other site plans, variances, and changes of use. The public may comment during the open meeting portion.

• JLUB-26-2: Determing's Market, Inc. – preliminary/final amended major site plan and use variance for Block 72, Lots 12, 15 & 16 at 506 E. Gibbsboro Rd
• JLUB-26-4: Sepser Group, LLC – minor site plan/change of use for Block 145, Lot 14.02 at 614 S. White Horse Pike
• JLUB-26-5: The Liv N Room – minor site plan/variance/change of use for Block 120, Lot 3 at 10 S White Horse Pike
• JLUB-26-6: Elyse & Shanita Quarles – variance for Block 79, Lot 4 at 535 Chestnut Avenue
• JLUB-26-7: Laurel Hill Apartments, LLC – site plan/variance for Block 239, Lot 10 at 800 Chews Landing Road

The Board approved site plans and variances for Deterding’s Market, Sepser Group LLC, Laurel Hill Apartments, and The Liv n Room. One variance application for Elyse & Shania Quarles was postponed due to insufficient public notice.

• Approved second extension of time to file subdivision deed for ARCR Home Builders LLC (Unanimous)
• Postponed variance application for Elyse & Shania Quarles (535 Chestnut Avenue) due to insufficient notice
• Approved amended preliminary and final major site plan with use variance for Deterding’s Market, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved minor site plan with use variance for Sepser Group, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved minor site plan and bulk variance for Laurel Hill Apartments, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved minor site plan, change of use, bulk variance, and design waiver for The Liv n Room (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 23, 2026 (Unanimous, one abstention)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and consider second reading of three ordinances: a cap bank ordinance permitting a 3.5% budget increase ($627,884.03), a repeal of development fee regulations, and a salary schedule update for Public Works/Sewer Teamsters #676 employees. They will also introduce several first-reading ordinances amending code chapters on certificates of occupancy, emergencies, municipal liens, and turn prohibitions. The meeting includes adoption of the 2026 budget and a consent agenda with shared service agreements, vehicle purchases, and a $302,013 final payment for paving.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2026:12 to exceed budget appropriation limits by up to 3.5% ($627,884.03) and establish a cap bank
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2026:13 repealing Chapter 150 development fee regulations
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2026:14 setting 2026-2030 hourly salaries for Public Works/Sewer Teamsters #676 (e.g., Truck Driver I starts at $33.54/hr)
• Resolution 2026:117 adoption of the Borough of Lindenwold 2026 budget
• Consent agenda includes shared service agreement for school resource officers, traffic signal at US 30 & United States Avenue, purchase of a 2025 Mack trash truck, and a $302,013 final payment to Think Pavers Hardscaping

The council adopted the 2026 municipal budget (Resolution 2026:117) by a 5-0 vote after a public hearing where residents raised questions about grant writing, animal control costs, foreclosed properties, and flock cameras. The council also approved several ordinances on second and first reading, including a cap bank ordinance and amendments to development fees, public works salaries, and various code sections. A consent agenda of 15 resolutions was approved, covering shared service agreements with the school board, equipment purchases (trash truck, dump truck, CCTV system), and a change order for road improvements.

• Adopted 2026 budget (Resolution 2026:117) (5-0)
• Approved second reading of ordinances: cap bank, development fees, public works salary (5-0)
• Introduced first reading of ordinances 2026:15–2026:23 (certificates of occupancy, emergencies, liens, turn prohibitions, etc.) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 15 resolutions including shared service agreements, equipment purchases, traffic signal agreement (5-0)
• Approved change order for Carver Avenue improvements (Resolution 2026:116) (5-0)
• Approved payment of bills (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 8, 2026 regular and executive sessions (5-0)
• Authorized closed executive session for legal updates and personnel (Resolution 2026:101) (5-0)

Joint Land Use Board

The Lindenwold Joint Land Use Board will hold a regular meeting to review several land-use applications, including a preliminary/final site plan for Deterding's Market at 506 E. Gibbsboro Road, and resolutions for minor subdivisions and variances. The board will also vote on master plan consistency resolutions for four ordinances (2026-8 through 2026-11). Public comment will be heard before adjournment.

• Preliminary/final site plan for Deterding's Market, Inc. at 506 E. Gibbsboro Road (Block 72, Lots 12, 15 & 16)
• Extension of time request for ARCR Home Builders LLC to file a subdivision deed (Block 164, Lots 1 & 9)
• Minor subdivision/variance application by Sensico Investments at 223 Cypress Ave (Block 132, Lot 2)
• Minor site plan waiver/change of use by Kuber Ganga of Lindenwold LLC at 211 E Gibbsboro Rd Unit A (Block 243, Lot 4)
• Master plan consistency resolutions for Ordinances 2026-8, 2026-9, 2026-10, and 2026-11

The Board approved the meeting minutes from March 26, 2026, and passed three specific resolutions. The Board also approved the master plan consistency resolution for four ordinances.

• Approved March 26, 2026 minutes (Unanimous, Mayor Roach abstained)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-25-10 (Unanimous, Mayor Roach abstained)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-26-01 (Unanimous, Mayor Roach abstained)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-26-03 (Unanimous, Mayor Roach abstained)
• Approved Master Plan Consistency Resolution for Ordinances 2026-8, 2026-9, 2026-10, and 2026-11 (Unanimous, Mayor Roach abstained)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will introduce the 2026 municipal budget and hold public hearings on several second-reading ordinances, including one to allow cannabis establishments in the B-2 zone. A first-reading ordinance would exceed the state budget cap by up to 3.5% ($627,884.03) and establish a cap bank. The consent agenda includes a Teamsters Union contract and a request to extend an NJDOT bikeway project deadline.

• Introduction of 2026 municipal budget (Resolution 2026:93, requires majority vote)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026:8 to allow cannabis establishments in B-2 zone
• First reading of Ordinance 2026:12 to exceed budget appropriation limits and create a cap bank (up to 3.5% increase, $627,884.03)
• First reading of Ordinance 2026:13 to repeal development fee sections (Chapter 150, Article II)
• Consent agenda includes a Teamsters Union contract (Resolution 2026:94) and NJDOT bikeway project extension (Resolution 2026:95)

The council entered an executive session to discuss legal updates and personnel. It approved payment of bills and the prior meeting minutes. Several ordinances were approved, including a budget cap bank, development‑fee changes, and a cannabis‑establishment zoning amendment. The 2026 municipal budget was introduced and approved, along with a series of consent‑agenda resolutions such as a Teamsters contract and the appointment of a housing inspector.

• Approved executive session on legal updates and personnel (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved payment of bills (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved minutes from previous meetings (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Ordinance 2026:12 (budget cap bank) first reading (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Ordinance 2026:13 (development fees) first reading (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Ordinance 2026:8 (cannabis establishments zoning) second reading (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved 2026 municipal budget introduction (Resolution 2026:92) (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved consent‑agenda resolutions 94‑100, including Teamsters contract and housing inspector appointment (5-0, 1 absent)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold an executive session (Resolution 2026:89) to discuss legal updates and personnel matters. The council will approve payment of bills, minutes from prior meetings, and a tax collector annual receipt statement. Council members will conduct first readings of several ordinance amendments covering land‑use escrow and deposits (Ordinance 2026:6), performance security (2026:7), cannabis establishments in zone B‑2 (2026:8), mercantile license fees (2026:9), taxes (2026:10), and permitted uses for zone B‑2 (2026:11), as well as a second reading on sewer use rates (2026:5). A consent agenda resolution (2026:90) will authorize supplemental compensation for Mark Poultan, the housing inspector.

• Executive session (Resolution 2026:89) to discuss legal updates and personnel
• Ordinance 2026:6 first reading – amendment to Chapter 190 land‑use application escrow and deposits
• Ordinance 2026:8 first reading – amendment adding cannabis establishments to B‑2 zone
• Ordinance 2026:9 first reading – amendment to mercantile license fees (Chapter 150‑4(A))
• Resolution 2026:90 – supplemental compensation for Mark Poultan, housing inspector

The Borough Council entered an executive session to discuss legal updates and personnel, with all members voting in favor. It approved payment of bills and adopted the minutes from prior meetings, each with unanimous support. The Council gave first‑reading approval to several ordinances, notably the cannabis‑establishment ordinance, and passed a resolution authorizing supplemental compensation for the housing inspector. All actions were approved by the members present.

• Entered executive session (Resolution 2026:89) – approved, all ayes
• Approved payment of bills – approved, all ayes
• Approved minutes for multiple dates – approved, 5 ayes, Councilwoman Dixon abstained
• Approved Ordinance 2026:8 (cannabis establishments) – first reading, all ayes
• Approved Ordinance 2026:5 (sewer use rates) – second reading, all ayes
• Approved Resolution 2026:90 (supplemental compensation for housing inspector) – all ayes

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council meeting will include a closed‑session discussion of legal updates and personnel matters, routine approvals of minutes and bills, and public reports. Council members will take first and second readings of three ordinances that revise sewer rates, land‑use application fees, and parks‑and‑recreation use fees. A consent agenda will bundle several resolutions, most notably one to authorize the issuance and sale of up to $13,930,000 in general‑obligation bonds.

• Resolution 2026:84 – authorizes issuance and sale of up to $13,930,000 of general‑obligation bonds
• Resolution 2026:80 – accepts a $67,725 grant under the FY2026 Safe and Secure Communities program
• Ordinance 2026:5 – amends sewer use schedule of rates (e.g., $196 per domestic consumer unit, $200 if not paid in full, $99 for seniors/disabled)
• Ordinance 2026:3 – revises land‑use procedure fees (e.g., Minor Site Plan Waiver $200, Major Site Plan $350, various variance fees)
• Ordinance 2026:4 – updates parks and recreation use fees (e.g., ball field rental $110–$200, tournament fee $2,000, stage use $400–$500)

The borough council unanimously approved several ordinances and a consent agenda of resolutions. Key actions included adopting new sewer‑use rates, land‑use and parks‑fee schedules, accepting a $67,725 grant, and authorizing the sale of up to $13,930,000 in general‑obligation bonds. Additional approvals covered police equipment acquisition, an emergency sewer dig, and an emergency power generator installation.

• Approved Ordinance 2026:5 amending sewer‑use rate schedule (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved Ordinance 2026:3 amending land‑use procedure fees (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved Ordinance 2026:4 amending parks and recreation use fees (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved Resolution 2026:80 accepting $67,725 Safe and Secure Communities grant (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved Resolution 2026:84 authorizing issuance and sale of up to $13,930,000 general‑obligation bonds (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved Resolution 2026:81 authorizing participation in the 1033 program for police equipment (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved Resolution 2026:83 authorizing an emergency sewer dig (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved Resolution 2026:87 authorizing installation of an emergency power generator on Roosevelt Avenue (ayes: all, nays: none)

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council will hold an executive session to discuss legal updates, personnel matters, and contracts. It will vote on several ordinances, including fee schedule changes for land‑use applications and parks‑and‑recreation use, and a bond ordinance that appropriates $4,072,600 for capital equipment and improvements. The council will also act on a consent agenda that includes budget transfers, a pump‑station repair contract, a $150,000 grant for new lighting at Carlton Rouh Park, and a shared‑services agreement with Brooklawn.

• Bond Ordinance 2026:1 authorizing up to $3,868,970 in bonds (total appropriation $4,072,600)
• Ordinance 2026:3 first reading amending Chapter 150 fees for land‑use applications
• Ordinance 2026:4 first reading amending Chapter 150‑31(B) parks and recreation use fees
• Resolution 2026:69 authorizing repair of Pump Station 1 (84.5 HP) under contract #B454-6
• Resolution 2026:70 authorizing a $150,000 grant for new poles and lighting at Carlton Rouh Park

The Borough Council unanimously approved several ordinances, including fee amendments and two bond ordinances totaling over $7.7 million for capital equipment and sewer improvements. All items on the consent agenda, such as budget transfers, a pump‑station repair contract, a $150,000 grant for park lighting, multiple appointments, and a shared‑services agreement with Brooklawn, were also approved without opposition. Minutes for May, June, and July 2025 were adopted with recorded abstentions.

• Approved payment of bills (02‑10‑2026) – AYES: ALL, NAYS: NONE
• Adopted May 2025 minutes – AYES: 5, NAYS: 0, ABSTAIN: 1 (Councilwoman Dixon)
• Adopted June 2025 minutes – AYES: 4, NAYS: 0, ABSTAIN: 2 (Councilwoman Dixon, Council President Randolph‑Sharpe)
• Adopted July 2025 minutes – AYES: 4, NAYS: 0, ABSTAIN: 2 (Councilwoman Dixon, Council President Randolph‑Sharpe)
• Approved Ordinance 2026:3 (fee amendment, Chapter 150) – AYES: ALL, NAYS: NONE
• Approved Ordinance 2026:4 (parks & recreation fee schedule, Chapter 150‑31(B)) – AYES: ALL, NAYS: NONE
• Approved Ordinance 2026:1 bond ordinance authorizing $4,072,600 capital equipment and improvements (bonds up to $3,868,970) – AYES: ALL, NAYS: NONE
• Approved Consent Agenda Resolutions 2026:68‑77 (budget transfers, pump‑station repair, $150,000 park‑lighting grant, appointments, shared‑services agreement) – AYES: ALL, NAYS: NONE

Borough Council

The council will hold a reorganization meeting that includes oaths of office, appointments to various municipal positions, and a consent agenda of routine resolutions. Council members will also conduct the first reading of two bond ordinances authorizing up to $4,072,600 and $3,695,000 for capital equipment and sewer improvements. The meeting will conclude with the election of council president and other standard business.

• Resolution 2026:01 appoints Municipal Solicitor David Capozzi
• First reading of bond ordinance authorizing up to $4,072,600 for capital equipment and improvements
• First reading of bond ordinance authorizing up to $3,695,000 for sewer utility equipment and improvements
• Appointments of Prosecutor Andrew Viola, Public Defender Charles W. Wigginton, and Risk Management Consultant Hardenbergh Insurance Group
• Consent agenda items include establishing temporary budget, purchasing authority, and other routine resolutions

The Lindenwold Borough Council held its reorganization meeting, swearing in Councilwoman Jacquelyn Dixon and Councilman Raymond Morrisey, and re-electing Cheryle Randolph-Sharpe as Council President. The council approved a consent agenda of routine resolutions (2026:02–2026:66) and passed two bond ordinances on first reading: one for $4,072,600 for capital equipment and improvements, and another for $3,695,000 for sewer utility improvements. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals; the meeting also included public comments on property concerns and animal control.

• Approved appointment of Municipal Solicitor David Capozzi (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions 2026:02–2026:66 (all in favor, one abstention on 2026:60)
• Approved first reading of bond ordinance 2026:1 for $4,072,600 capital equipment (all in favor)
• Approved first reading of bond ordinance 2026:2 for $3,695,000 sewer utility improvements (all in favor)
• Re-elected Cheryle Randolph-Sharpe as Council President (all in favor)
• Approved payment of bills (all in favor)