Lindenwold public meetings in 2022

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council is holding a caucus meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items, including an executive session for legal and personnel matters. The council will vote on resolutions to extend the animal control contract, hire two police clerks, cancel certain tax items for disabled veterans, approve budget transfers, enter a shared service agreement with the fire district, and authorize a fleet lease from Enterprise Fleet Management. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Resolution 2022:219 - Animal control contract with Independent Animal Control Services at $1,300/month through Dec 31, 2023
• Resolution 2022:221 - Hire Rosa Perez-Gonzalez and Lisa Baumann as police office clerks starting Jan 9, 2023
• Resolution 2022:222 - Cancel 2022 taxes for disabled veterans/widows on Block 170 Lot 7 ($902.74) and Block 244.04 Lot 14 ($978.10)
• Resolution 2022:224 - Shared service agreement with Lindenwold Fire District for vehicle maintenance starting Jan 1, 2023
• Resolution 2022:225 - Fleet lease from Enterprise Fleet Management for 3 Ford trucks, not to exceed $271,000 over 5 years

The Council adopted a consent agenda covering animal control services, police hiring, and vehicle leasing. They also approved a shared services agreement for vehicle maintenance with the local fire district and a personnel promotion in Public Works.

• Approved animal control contract with Independent Animal Control Services at $1,300 per month (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Rosa Perez-Gonzalez and Lisa Baumann as Police Office Clerks (Unanimous)
• Approved animal holding agreement with Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center for $5,775 per month (Unanimous)
• Approved fleet management and leasing for one 2023 Ford F-350 and two 2023 Ford F-450s not to exceed $250,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved shared service agreement with Lindenwold Fire District No. 1 for vehicle and equipment maintenance (Unanimous)
• Promoted Zachary Wojnar to Crew Supervisor Building Maintenance Worker (Unanimous)
• Authorized issuance of a duplicate tax sale certificate for Block 12, Lot 5 (Unanimous)
• Cancelled 2022 taxes for Block 170 Lot 7 ($902.74) and Block 244.04 Lot 14 ($978.10) for disabled veterans/widows (Unanimous)

Joint Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board is meeting to consider resolutions and applications, including a change of use for a property to become a church and a major site plan for Rita's Water Ice. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comment.

• Resolution JLUB-22-16 for OCV Development, Block 240, Lot 1.01
• Application JLUB-22-17: Grow in Grace Ministries, change of use from empty unit to church at 303 Blackwood-Clementon Road
• Application JLUB-22-10A: John & Gus Vanore, Rita's Water Ice, major site plan with variances at 825 Blackwood-Clementon Road

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council is holding its regular business meeting, where it will consider second readings of ordinances establishing rules and fees for the Senior Community Center and amending salary regulations. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that includes a settlement with Camden County over police training costs, appointments, refunds, and other routine items. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal updates, personnel, professional services, and the fire election.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-14: Senior Community Center rules, fees ($650 base + $650 deposit), insurance ($1M), and security ($65/hr, 4-hr min)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-15: Amend Chapter 52 regulating salaries
• Resolution 2022:210: Settlement with Camden County for police training costs totaling $47,912.93 (Officers Stephens, Plaza, Glassman, Hofacker)
• Resolution 2022:208: Appoint Robert T. Zane, III as hearing officer (not to exceed $3,000)
• Resolution 2022:213: Accept 2022 JAG Grant of $15,660 for police department

The Council adopted ordinances establishing rules, regulations, and fees for the Senior Community Center and updated the salary schedule for the police bargaining unit. Several resolutions were passed via consent agenda, including a settlement with Camden County and the hiring of a new clerk.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-14 creating Senior Community Center rules and fees (4-1-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-15 amending police employee salaries (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Jessica Torres as Housing/Code Enforcement Clerk (unanimous)
• Authorized $47,912.03 in total settlements to Camden County for police training costs (unanimous)
• Approved $15,660.00 participation in the 2022 Justice Assistance Grant (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert T. Zane, III, Esq. as Hearing Officer with a $3,000 limit (unanimous)
• Approved $97,000 in budget transfers for various departments (unanimous)
• Approved raffle license #RA661 for Lindenwold Moose Lodge #548 (unanimous)

Joint Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board is holding a regular meeting to consider several land use applications, including a major site plan for an oil change facility and a change of use for a church. The board will also vote on resolutions for two other applications and open the floor to public comment.

• Application JLUB-22-16: OCV Development, LLC, major site plan for oil change facility at 829 Black Wood-Clementon Road, Block 240, Lot 1.01
• Application JLUB-22-17: Grow in Grace Ministries, change of use from empty unit to church at 303 Black Wood-Clementon Road, Block 240, Lot 33
• Resolution on Application JLUB-22-14: Zeeshan Razzaq, Block 72, Lot 18
• Resolution on Application JLUB-22-15: ARCR Home Builders, LLC, Block 34, Lot 4

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council is holding its regular business meeting on November 9, 2022. Key actions include authorizing a new police contract, first readings of ordinances for senior center rules and police salaries, and a consent agenda with resolutions for CDBG-funded road reconstruction, budget amendments, and other routine items. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Resolution 2022:196 authorizes acceptance of police contract with Lindenwold Police Officers Association for 2023-2027
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-14 establishing Senior Community Center rules and fees
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-15 on police salaries
• Resolution 2022:197 accepts $253,000 CDBG grant for Aman and Bilper Avenue reconstruction
• Resolution 2022:200 authorizes sale of surplus vehicles via GovDeals

The Council accepted a new police contract for 2023-2027 and approved $253,000 in CDBG funding for Aman and Bilper Avenues. Two ordinances regarding a senior citizen building and police salaries were passed on first reading. The Council also authorized the sale of six surplus vehicles via GovDeals.

• Approved police contract for Jan 1, 2023 through Dec 31, 2027 (Unanimous)
• Approved $253,000 CDBG grant for Aman and Bilper Avenues reconstruction (Unanimous)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2022-14 for Senior Citizen Building (Unanimous)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2022-15 for Police Salaries (Unanimous)
• Authorized sale of six surplus vehicles via GovDeals (Unanimous)
• Approved traffic restrictions and road closures for Dec 2 Christmas Parade (Unanimous)
• Approved $700 escrow refund to Richard Bigelow of Bigelow Brothers (Unanimous)
• Approved budget insertions of $59,407.28 and $19,900.00 for law enforcement grants (Unanimous)

Joint Land Use Board

The Lindenwold Joint Land Use Board is meeting to consider two applications: a change of use for an empty bank/office at 430 E. Gibbsboro Road into a convenience store, and a minor subdivision on Maple Avenue to build two homes. The board will also approve minutes from its September 22 meeting and open the floor to public comment.

• Application JLUB-22-14: change of use from empty bank/office to convenience store at 430 E. Gibbsboro Road (Block 72, Lot 18)
• Application JLUB-22-15: minor subdivision by ARCR Home Builders, LLC on Maple Avenue (Block 34, Lot 4) to build two homes
• Approval of minutes from September 22, 2022
• Public comment period

The Joint Land Use Board approved a change in use for a property on E. Gibbsboro Road and a minor subdivision on Maple Avenue. Both approvals were granted with conditions regarding outstanding sewer bills.

• Approved change in use from empty bank/office to convenience store at 430 E. Gibbsboro Road (Unanimous)
• Approved minor subdivision to build two homes at Maple Avenue, Block 34, Lot 4 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 22, 2022

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council will hold a business meeting with a closed session for legal, personnel, and professional services matters. The consent agenda includes resolutions on tax foreclosures, property liens, Halloween curfew and trick-or-treat hours, deer carcass removal, and escrow refunds. Public comment is scheduled.

• Resolution 2022:188 authorizes foreclosure on three properties for delinquent taxes (Schedule 11, 29, 37)
• Resolution 2022:189 places a lien on 500 Gibbsboro Rd. E for trash removal ($342 + $1,164)
• Resolution 2022:190 sets Halloween curfew 8 p.m.-6 a.m. Oct 30-Nov 1, trick-or-treat 2-6 p.m. Oct 31
• Resolution 2022:191 authorizes deer carcass removal at $65 per carcass via Camden County cooperative pricing
• Resolution 2022:192 and 193 refund escrow fees to ARCR Properties ($2,100) and Germaine Carroll ($700)

Joint Land Use Board

The Lindenwold Joint Land Use Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from July and August 2022 and vote on three resolutions (JLUB-22-11, JLUB-22-12, JLUB-22-13) involving specific properties. The public may comment during the open meeting portion.

• Resolution JLUB-22-11 for Harold Romero, Block 146, Lot 1.02
• Resolution JLUB-22-12 for ArcR Builders, Block 119, Lot 7
• Resolution JLUB-22-13 for Elegant Nails, Block 240, Lot 58.08
• Approval of minutes from July 28 and August 25, 2022

The Joint Land Use Board approved three resolutions (JLUB-22-11, JLUB-22-12, JLUB-22-13) for Harold Romero, ARCR Builders, and Elegant Nails, each with unanimous votes and some abstentions. Minutes from July 28 and August 25, 2022 were also approved. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved minutes from July 28, 2022 (unanimous with 4 abstentions)
• Approved minutes from August 25, 2022 (unanimous with 4 abstentions)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-11 for Harold Romero, Block 146, Lot 1.02 (unanimous with 3 abstentions)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-12 for ARCR Builders, Block 119, Lot 7 (unanimous with 3 abstentions)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-13 for Elegant Nails, Block 240, Lot 58.05 (unanimous with 3 abstentions)

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda of routine resolutions, including a $280,000 emergency appropriation to fund a tax foreclosure project, several resolutions authorizing the solicitor to foreclose on specific properties, and other administrative items. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal updates and personnel matters.

• Resolution 2022:162: Emergency appropriation of $280,000 for tax foreclosure project (liquidation of tax title liens).
• Resolutions 2022:166-170, 173: Authorize solicitor to foreclose on specific properties (e.g., Block 13 Lot 8, Block 47 Lot 2, Block 79 Lot 6.04).
• Resolution 2022:164: Award Camden County Cooperative Pricing for sodium chloride at $76.00/ton and pre-treated liquid enhanced at $96.00/ton.
• Resolution 2022:165: Insert $8,750.00 in 2022 budget for distracted driving crackdown revenue.
• Resolution 2022:160: Amend employee handbook with resignation policy and reimbursement for training costs.

The Lindenwold Borough Council approved a $280,000 emergency appropriation to foreclose on tax sale certificates for numerous non-performing properties, aiming to stabilize the tax base. The council also authorized the solicitor to initiate in-rem foreclosure proceedings on dozens of properties across multiple resolutions, renewed the Camden County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund membership, and approved a five-year fleet lease for five new vehicles. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved $280,000 emergency appropriation for tax foreclosure project (unanimous)
• Authorized solicitor to foreclose in rem on properties listed in Resolutions 2022:166-170, 173, 175-179 (unanimous)
• Renewed membership in Camden County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $271,000 fleet lease for 5 Ford vehicles via Sourcewell (unanimous)
• Approved $8,750 state grant for distracted driving enforcement (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 county grant for recreation facility enhancement (unanimous)
• Promoted Ana Langenbach to Assistant Tax Collector, retroactive to Jan 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $700 escrow refund to Jessica Hebert for completed concrete work (unanimous)

Joint Land Use Board

The Lindenwold Joint Land Use Board is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, consider two resolutions, and hear new business. The main item is an application to change the use of a vacant unit at 597 Blackwood-Clementon Road from a clothing store to a nail salon.

• Resolution JLUB-22-11 for Harold Romero, Block 146, Lot 1.02
• Resolution JLUB-22-12 for Arc Builders, Block 119, Lot 7
• Application JLUB-22-13 by Martin Little for change of use to nail salon at 597 Blackwood-Clementon Road

The board approved a change of use for an empty unit at 597 Blackwood-Clementon Road (Block 240, Lot 58.05) from a uniform clothing store to a nail salon, with a condition that the applicant submit a floor plan. The vote was unanimous. Approval of the July 28, 2022 minutes and related resolutions was deferred to the September meeting because members who attended the prior meeting were absent.

• Approved change of use for Martin Little, 597 Blackwood-Clementon Road, from uniform store to nail salon (unanimous)
• Deferred approval of July 28, 2022 minutes and resolutions to September meeting (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council is holding its regular business meeting, where it will consider two ordinances on second reading: one amending the vacant/abandoned property registration and fee schedule, and another amending the police chapter. The council will also act on a consent agenda that includes hiring a Class III police officer, awarding a road reconstruction contract, and authorizing tax foreclosures. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and personnel matters.

• Ordinance 2022-12: Amends vacant/abandoned property registration, adding $500 annual fee per property and $2,000 additional fee if vacant/abandoned
• Ordinance 2022-13: Amends Chapter 46 (Police)
• Resolution 2022:150: Appoints Thomas Brennan as Class III Police Officer
• Resolution 2022:156: Awards $311,950 contract to Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. for Cooper Avenue reconstruction
• Resolution 2022:151-152: Authorizes in rem foreclosure on multiple properties for delinquent taxes

The council unanimously adopted two ordinances: one requiring creditors to register vacant/abandoned properties in foreclosure and pay annual fees ($500 standard, $2,000 if vacant), and another reorganizing the police department to align with state accreditation standards. The council also approved a $311,950 contract for Cooper Avenue reconstruction, appointed Thomas Brennan as a Class III police officer, authorized tax foreclosure on multiple properties, and renewed a liquor license for Topica LLC.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-12 requiring foreclosure creditors to register vacant/abandoned properties with annual fees up to $2,500 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-13 amending Police Department structure to meet state accreditation standards (unanimous)
• Awarded $311,950 contract to Asphalt Paving Systems for Cooper Avenue reconstruction (unanimous)
• Appointed Thomas Brennan as Class III Police Officer (unanimous)
• Authorized in rem tax foreclosure on 10 properties across two resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved $1,806 property maintenance lien on 500 Gibbsboro Road E. (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year fleet lease for five 2023 Ford F-150 Police Responders not to exceed $291,335 (unanimous)
• Renewed liquor license for Topica LLC for 2021-2022 (unanimous)

Joint Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board is holding a regular meeting to consider resolutions and new applications, including a bulk variance and a request to add a second business. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and open the floor to public comment.

• Resolution JLUB-22-9: Mikyung Lee, Block 225, Lot 3
• Resolution JLUB-22-10: John & Gus Vanore (Rita's Water Ice), Block 240, Lot 1.02
• Application JLUB-22-11: Harold Vilises Moreles Romero, 316 S. White Horse Pike, Block 146, Lot 3, to add a tax service to Elba's Bridal & Gifts
• Application JLUB-22-12: ARCR Builders, LLS, 101 W. State Avenue, Block 119, Lot 7, bulk variance

The Joint Land Use Board approved two resolutions and two land use applications. Resolutions JLUB-22-9 (Mikyung Lee) and JLUB-22-10 (John & Gus Vanore) were approved unanimously with some abstentions. New business applications JLUB-22-11 (Elba's Bridal & Gifts to add a tax service) and JLUB-22-12 (bulk variance for a home at 101 W. Scott Avenue) were also approved unanimously. No public comments were made.

• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-9 (Mikyung Lee, Block 225, Lot 3) unanimously with abstentions
• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-10 (John & Gus Vanore, Block 240, Lot 1.02) unanimously with abstentions
• Approved Application JLUB-22-11 (Elba's Bridal & Gifts to add tax service) unanimously
• Approved Application JLUB-22-12 (bulk variance for 101 W. Scott Avenue) unanimously

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council is holding a business meeting with several ordinances and resolutions. They will vote on a second reading for non-contractual employee salaries, and first readings for amendments to vacant/abandoned property regulations and the police department. The consent agenda includes budget amendments, contracts, and property liens.

• Second Reading Ordinance 2022-11: Salary schedule for non-contractual employees, including Police Chief at $154,199 and Mayor at $9,000 annually.
• First Reading Ordinance 2022-12: Amend Chapter 166 (Vacant/Abandoned Properties) and Chapter 150 (Fee Schedule).
• First Reading Ordinance 2022-13: Amend Chapter 46 (Police Department).
• Resolution 2022:135: Property maintenance liens totaling $5,987 on five properties.
• Resolution 2022:139: Award $42,060.12 to Multi-Temp Mechanical for HVAC at the Police Department.

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2022-11 on second reading, setting 2022 salaries for non-contractual employees, including the Police Chief at $154,199 and Mayor at $9,000 annually. The Council also introduced two ordinances on first reading: one to regulate vacant/abandoned properties in foreclosure with registration fees, and another to amend the Police Department chapter. All votes were unanimous, with Councilwoman Patton excused.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-11 setting 2022 salaries for non-union employees (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-12 on vacant/abandoned property registration and fees (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-13 amending Police Department chapter (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda Resolutions 2022:133-143 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022:144 NJDOT agreement for White Horse Pike (unanimous)
• Appointed Jessica Ricci as Alt. Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics (unanimous)
• Hired Thomas Fass as Heavy Truck Driver in Public Works (unanimous)
• Promoted Ralph Parsinitz to Mechanics Helper/Truck Driver (unanimous)

Joint Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, act on a resolution for LUDOSA Enterprises, and hear two new applications for changes in property use. The public will have an opportunity to comment before adjournment.

• Resolution JLUB-22-8 for LUDOSA Enterprises, Block 99, Lot 2
• Application JLUB-22-9: change from vacant hair salon and apartment to acupuncture clinic and apartment at 615 Chews Landing Road
• Application JLUB-22-10: change from dry cleaners to Rita's Water Ice at 825 Blackwood-Clementon Road
• Approval of minutes from March 24 and April 28, 2022

The Joint Land Use Board approved two change-of-use applications. The first allowed Mikyung Lee to convert a vacant hair salon and apartment at 615 Chews Landing Road into an acupuncture clinic and apartment. The second allowed John & Gus Vanore to change a dry cleaners at 825 Blackwood-Clementon Road into a Rita's Water Ice, with conditions including engineering details and no Christmas tree sales without board approval. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved change of use for acupuncture clinic at 615 Chews Landing Road (unanimous)
• Approved change of use for Rita's Water Ice at 825 Blackwood-Clementon Road (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 24, 2022 (unanimous, Strippoli abstained)
• Approved minutes from April 28, 2022 (unanimous, Dawson and Strippoli abstained)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-8 (unanimous, Roach, Hess, Masciulli abstained)

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council business meeting includes second reading of an ordinance appropriating $565,000 in federal ARPA funds for capital equipment and improvements, and an ordinance amending a 2021 bond ordinance. The council will also hold a first reading on a 2022 salary ordinance for non-contractual employees, and vote on a consent agenda covering liquor licenses, a road resurfacing grant application, property liens, escrow refunds, and contracts.

• Second Reading Ordinance 2022-09: Appropriates $565,000 in ARPA funds for capital equipment and improvements including Municipal Management Software, Digital Signs, HVAC Installation, road reconstruction, Municipal Parking Lot, and a Dog Park
• Second Reading Ordinance 2022-10: Amends Bond Ordinance 2021-15, increasing obligations to $2,071,760 for Public Works equipment, Police Department generator, and road repaving
• First Reading Ordinance 2022-11: 2022 Salary for Non-Contractual Employees
• Resolution 2022:123: Authorizes application for FY2023 NJDOT Local Aid grant (not to exceed $2,700) for resurfacing Colonial Square Drive and Colonial Square Place
• Resolution 2022:127: Authorizes lease of three 2023 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles from Enterprise Fleet Management, total not to exceed $103,890.63 over five years

The Borough Council unanimously adopted two ordinances on second reading: Ordinance 2022-09 appropriating $565,000 in federal ARPA funds for capital equipment and improvements (including software, digital signs, HVAC, road work, parking lot, and dog park), and Ordinance 2022-10 amending the 2021 bond ordinance to authorize $2,071,760 in obligations for public works equipment, a police generator, and road repaving. The council also approved a first reading of a salary ordinance for non-union employees, renewed liquor licenses, and authorized contracts for software, digital signs, and fleet leasing.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-09 appropriating $565,000 ARPA funds for capital improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-10 amending bond ordinance 2021-15, authorizing $2,071,760 in obligations (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-11 setting 2022 salaries for non-union employees (unanimous first reading)
• Renewed liquor licenses for 2022-2023 (Resolution 2022:122)
• Authorized NJDOT grant application for Colonial Square Drive resurfacing (Resolution 2022:123)
• Approved property maintenance liens on two properties (Resolution 2022:124)
• Awarded contract to SHI International for municipal software, $138,800 (Resolution 2022:129)
• Awarded contract to KC Sign for digital signs, $52,235 total (Resolution 2022:130)

Joint Land Use Board

The Board will review several resolutions regarding specific property lots and consider a minor site plan application for 602 E. Maple Avenue. The application for Ludosa Enterprises, LLC proposes a coffee shop with an apartment on the second floor.

• Minor site plan for coffee shop and apartment at 602 E. Maple Avenue
• Resolution JLUB-22-4: JC Custom Design & Build (Block 261, Lot 1)
• Resolution JLUB-22-5: LRD Ventures, LLC (Block 80, Lot 9)
• Resolution JLUB-22-6: Ahamed (Block 94, Lot 10)
• Resolution JLUB-22-7: J. Valme (Block 101.03, Lot 3)

The Joint Land Use Board approved four resolutions (JLUB-22-4 through JLUB-22-7) for various properties, each with unanimous votes except two abstentions. The board also approved a minor site plan and use/bulk variances for a coffee shop with a second-floor apartment at 602 E. Maple Avenue, with Mayor Roach recusing himself. No public comments were made.

• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-4 for JC Custom Design & Build, Block 261, Lot 1 (unanimous, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-5 for LRD Ventures, LLC, Block 80, Lot 9 (unanimous, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-6 for Ahamed, Block 94, Lot 10 (unanimous, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-7 for J. Valme, Block 101.03, Lot 3 (unanimous, 2 abstentions)
• Approved use variance for Ludosa Enterprises, LLC coffee shop with apartment at 602 E. Maple Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved bulk variances, minor site plan, and design waivers for the same coffee shop project (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2022 municipal budget totaling $17,990,172, with $10,398,026.99 to be raised by local property taxes. The council will also consider ordinances to exceed state budget caps by 3.5% and appropriate $565,000 in federal American Rescue Plan funds for capital projects, plus several routine resolutions and hires.

• Adopt 2022 budget: $17,990,172 total appropriations, $10,398,026.99 raised by local tax
• Ordinance 2022-08: exceed budget cap by 3.5% ($514,573.47) and establish cap bank
• Ordinance 2022-09: appropriate $565,000 ARPA funds for capital equipment, road reconstruction, dog park
• Resolution 2022:109: cancel $565,000 unexpended sewer capital improvement balance
• Resolution 2022:113: place liens on 3 properties for bulk trash removal ($256, $242, $217)

The Borough Council unanimously adopted the 2022 municipal budget, which includes a 2-cent decrease in municipal taxes, and approved an ordinance to exceed state budget caps by 3.5%. The council also approved several resolutions, including hiring new employees, placing liens on properties, and entering a shared services agreement with the school board.

• Adopted 2022 budget totaling $17,990,172 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-08 to exceed budget cap by 3.5% (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-09 appropriating $565,000 in ARPA funds for capital projects (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-10 amending bond ordinance 2021-15 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022:109 canceling unexpended sewer capital balances (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022:111 adopting the 2022 budget (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of three Public Works employees, a library clerk, and a code enforcement trainee (unanimous)
• Approved shared services agreement with Lindenwold Board of Education (unanimous)

Joint Land Use Board

The Lindenwold Joint Land Use Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, consider three resolutions, and hear several new applications, including a change in use and multiple use variances to keep duplexes in R1 zones. The public may comment during the open meeting portion.

• Resolution JLUB-22-1: Extra Space Storage, Block 155, Lots 1 & 1.08
• Resolution JLUB-22-2: La Esperanza, Block 155, Lots 4, 6, 6.01, 7.01 & 8
• Resolution JLUB-22-3: Mageworks, LLC, Block 92, Lots 1, 1.01 & 1.02
• Application JLUB-22-4: JC Custom Design & Build, 2512 Egg Harbor Road, Block 261, Lot 1, unit G combined with unit F, change in use
• Applications JLUB-22-5, 22-6, 22-7: Use variances to keep duplexes in R1 zones at 522 Chestnut Avenue, 436 E. Linden Avenue, and 136 Walnut Avenue

The Joint Land Use Board approved all four applications on the agenda: a change in use for JC Custom Design & Build, and use variances for three properties to remain duplexes in R1 zones. All votes were unanimous. The board also approved prior meeting minutes and resolutions JLUB-22-1 through JLUB-22-3.

• Approved minutes from Feb 17 and Feb 24, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-1 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-2 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-22-3 (unanimous)
• Approved JLUB-22-4 change in use for JC Custom Design & Build at 2512 Egg Harbor Road (unanimous)
• Approved JLUB-22-5 use variance for LRD Ventures LLC at 522 Chestnut Avenue to keep duplex (unanimous)
• Approved JLUB-22-6 use variance for Shirin Ahamed at 436 E. Linden Avenue to keep duplex (unanimous)
• Approved JLUB-22-7 use variance for Jacqueline Valme at 136 Walnut Avenue to keep duplex (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will introduce the 2022 municipal budget totaling $17,990,172, with $10,398,026.99 to be raised by local taxes. They will also hold a second reading of an ordinance amending street and sidewalk regulations, and a first reading of an ordinance to exceed state budget caps by 3.5% ($514,573.47). The meeting includes a closed session for legal updates and personnel, plus a consent agenda with routine resolutions.

• Resolution 2022:99 introduces 2022 budget of $17,990,172, with $10,398,026.99 raised by local property tax
• Ordinance 2022-08 (first reading) to exceed budget cap by 3.5% ($514,573.47) and establish a cap bank
• Ordinance 2022-07 (second reading) amends Chapter 296 Streets and Sidewalks, including new maintenance bond and road restoration rules
• Resolution 2022:101 authorizes participation in Justice Assistance Grant with Camden County, $14,327 for Lindenwold
• Resolution 2022:103 refunds $700 escrow to Mike or Doug Delpidio for 214 First Ave.

The Borough Council adopted the 2022 municipal budget totaling $17,990,172, which includes a 3.5% increase in final appropriations, exceeding the state's 2.5% cap by $147,020.99. The council also approved several contracts, including payroll services with PrimePoint, LLC for up to $30,000, and consulting services with The Rodgers Group for up to $40,000 to help the police department gain accreditation. Additionally, the council adopted an ordinance amending street and sidewalk regulations, and approved salary increases for two employees.

• Adopted 2022 municipal budget of $17,990,172 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-07 amending Chapter 296 Streets and Sidewalks (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-08 to exceed budget cap by 3.5% (unanimous)
• Approved payroll services contract with PrimePoint, LLC up to $30,000 (unanimous)
• Approved consulting services contract with The Rodgers Group up to $40,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 salary increase for Nancy DiDomenico (unanimous, DiDomenico abstained)
• Approved $0.50/hour salary increase for Thomas Pace (unanimous)
• Approved $700 escrow refund to Mike or Doug Delpidio (unanimous)

Joint Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board is holding a regular meeting to consider three applications: a revised resolution, a use variance for Extra Space Storage, a major site plan for Realcordoaa LLC, and a change of use for Mageworks LLC. Public comment will be heard.

• JLUB-22-1: Extra Space Storage, 1322 Laurel Road, Block 238, Lots 1 & 1.08, amending use variance
• JLUB-22-2: Realcordoaa LLC, La Esperanza, 40 E. Gibbsboro Road, Block 155, Lots 4, 6, 6.01, 7.01 & 8, major site plan for additional parking, relocated trash enclosure, solar canopy & variances
• JLUB-22-3: Mageworks LLC, 5-11 Berlin Road, Units 9 & 11, Block 92, Lots 1, 1.01 & 102, change of use from vacant units to audio video production offices
• Resolution JLUB-21-3 (revised)

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council will hold a business meeting with resolutions to provisionally promote two police officers, second readings of ordinances on mercantile licensing and fee schedules, and a first reading on street restoration rules. The consent agenda includes routine items like an engineering study, property liens, and an escrow refund.

• Resolution 2022:92 provisionally promotes Captain Michael Cavallaro to Deputy Police Chief
• Resolution 2022:93 provisionally promotes Lt. Justin Mastalski to Captain
• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-05 adding licensing for limousines and other transportation services
• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-06 increasing fire safety fees by 29% and adding $50 per vehicle limousine license fee
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-07 amending street and sidewalk restoration requirements

The Borough Council unanimously approved the provisional promotions of Captain Michael Cavallaro to Deputy Police Chief and Lieutenant Justin Mastalski to Captain, subject to Civil Service Commission approval. The Council also adopted on second reading an ordinance requiring mercantile licenses for limousine and other non-taxi transportation services, with a $50 per vehicle fee, and approved a 29% increase in fire safety inspection fees. A streets and sidewalks ordinance was introduced on first reading.

• Promoted Captain Michael Cavallaro to Deputy Police Chief (unanimous)
• Promoted Lieutenant Justin Mastalski to Police Captain (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-05 requiring mercantile licenses for limousine/transportation services (Patton abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-06 increasing fire safety fees by 29% (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-07 amending streets and sidewalks regulations (unanimous)
• Authorized engineering study by Remington & Vernick (consent agenda)
• Approved property maintenance liens on two properties (consent agenda)
• Refunded $700 escrow to Boshir Ahmen (consent agenda)

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council is holding its regular business meeting with several ordinances and resolutions on the agenda. Key items include second readings to reinstate the Deputy Chief position in the police department and to dissolve the Environmental Commission, as well as first readings to license limousine/transportation services and increase various fees. The council will also consider a consent agenda covering property liens, permit fee waivers, a clean energy grant application, and a pay raise for crossing guards and part-time laborers.

• Ordinance 2022-03: Reinstates Deputy Chief position in Police Department
• Ordinance 2022-04: Repeals Environmental Commission
• Ordinance 2022-05: Adds licensing for limousine/transportation services
• Ordinance 2022-06: Increases fire safety fees by 29% and adds $50/vehicle limousine license fee
• Resolution 2022:87: Raises crossing guard and part-time laborer pay to $15/hour retroactive to Jan 1, 2022

The Lindenwold Borough Council adopted an ordinance reinstating the Deputy Chief of Police position, which had been eliminated in 2011. The council also repealed the Environmental Commission over resident objections, and introduced ordinances to license limousine/transportation services and increase fire safety fees. Several resolutions were approved, including raising crossing guard and part-time laborer pay to $15 per hour.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-03 reinstating Deputy Chief of Police (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-04 repealing Environmental Commission (5-2, Lenkowski and Patton opposed)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-05 licensing limousine/transportation services (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-06 increasing fire safety fees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022:87 raising crossing guard and part-time laborer pay to $15/hr (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022:88 hiring two crossing guards (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022:90 authorizing engineering study at White Horse Pike and United States Ave (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including property liens and permit fee waivers (unanimous)

Joint Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board is holding its regular meeting. The main business is a resolution to accept the zoning report for 2021, along with approving the minutes from the January 27, 2022 meeting. The meeting also includes public comment time.

• Resolution #1-22: Zoning report for 2021
• Approval of minutes from January 27, 2022
• Public comment period

The minutes for the February 24, 2022 Joint Land Use Board meeting are largely illegible or procedural, with no clear substantive decisions, approvals, or denials recorded. The text appears to be a corrupted or garbled transcription, making it impossible to identify any official actions taken by the board.

Joint Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board held a special meeting on February 17, 2022. The agenda focused on a single item regarding a re-hearing for approval at 2512 Egg Harbor Road, Unit E.

• Re-hearing for approval granted: JLUB-21-3 (Edward Taylor, 2512 Egg Harbor Road, Unit E)

The Joint Land Use Board granted a rehearing for Edward Taylor's application (JLUB-21-3) for the property at 2512 Egg Harbor Road, Unit 1, Block 268, Lot 4. The board heard testimony from Code Enforcement Supervisor Wayne Hans regarding inspection reports and violations. The rehearing was approved, allowing the application to be reconsidered.

• Granted rehearing for Edward Taylor's application JLUB-21-3
• Heard testimony from Code Enforcement Supervisor Wayne Hans
• Admitted inspection reports and website/Instagram announcements as exhibits B1 through B8
• Board Solicitor explained the rehearing procedure
• Application for 2512 Egg Harbor Road, Unit 1, Block 268, Lot 4 to be reconsidered

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council is holding its regular business meeting with several ordinances and resolutions on the agenda. Key items include second readings of ordinances amending public records access and the fee schedule, first readings to reinstate the Deputy Chief position in the police department and to dissolve the Environmental Commission, and a resolution authorizing a new four-year contract for the Police Administrative Services Manager. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal updates and personnel.

• Resolution 2022:77 authorizing a 4-year contract (2021-2024) for Police Administrative Services Manager with $73,583 salary for 2021
• Ordinance 2022-01 (2nd reading): Amends Chapter 242 to add fees for special records requests, including $25/hour special service charge
• Ordinance 2022-02 (2nd reading): Amends Chapter 150 fee schedule, setting sewer rates at $166/year (paid by July 1) or $170/year, plus $14/year garbage fee
• Ordinance 2022-03 (1st reading): Amends Chapter 46 to reinstate Deputy Chief position in Police Department
• Ordinance 2022-04 (1st reading): Repeals Chapter 145, Article I to dissolve the Environmental Commission

The Lindenwold Borough Council unanimously adopted ordinances updating public records fees and sewer service charges, and introduced ordinances to reinstate the Deputy Chief position and dissolve the Environmental Commission. The council also approved a police administrative contract, budget transfers, a vehicle purchase amendment, and a CDBG application for road reconstruction.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-01 amending public records access fees (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-02 setting sewer rates at $166-$170 per unit (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-03 to reinstate Deputy Chief position (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-04 to dissolve Environmental Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022:77 Police Administrative Services Manager contract (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022:78 budget transfer of $35,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022:79 amended vehicle purchase with $2,907 surcharge (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022:80 CDBG application for Aman and Bilper Ave reconstruction (unanimous)

Joint Land Use Board

The Lindenwold Joint Land Use Board held its reorganization meeting, swearing in members and unanimously appointing Kathleen McGill Gaskill as Board Solicitor, Environmental Resolutions, Inc. as Board Engineer, Joe Vandergrift as Chairperson, Craig Wells as Vice Chairperson, and Nancy Didomenico as Secretary. The board also approved the 2022 meeting schedule, the December 16, 2021 minutes, two resolutions (JLUB-21-10 for JC Custom Design & Build and JLUB-21-11 for Mary T. Beauty Supply and More), and the 2021 Zoning Report, all with unanimous votes or abstentions noted. No public comments were made, and the board entered executive session before adjourning.

• Appointed Kathleen McGill Gaskill as Board Solicitor (unanimous)
• Appointed Environmental Resolutions, Inc. as Board Engineer (unanimous)
• Elected Joe Vandergrift as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Craig Wells as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Nancy Didomenico as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting dates, time, and location (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 16, 2021 (unanimous, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Resolution JLUB-21-10 and JLUB-21-11 (unanimous, 2 abstentions each)

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council is holding a business meeting with several action items. They will consider two ordinances: one amending public records access (OPRA) to add fees for special services, and another amending the fee schedule. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that includes authorizing a mercantile license certificate, reappointing the tax collector, and approving budget transfers. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal updates and personnel.

• First reading of Ordinance 2022-01 amending Chapter 242 (Records, Public Access) to add special service charges for OPRA requests
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-02 amending Chapter 150 Fee Schedule
• Resolution 2022:71 authorizing signature for Best Price Auto Sales LLC mercantile license
• Resolution 2022:72 reappointing Carol Redmond as part-time Tax Collector for four years
• Resolution 2022:73 transferring $24,010 in budget accounts, including $20,000 to Police S&W

The Lindenwold Borough Council held its January 26, 2022 business meeting, approving payments, reappointing the tax collector, and advancing two ordinances on first reading. The council also authorized an engineering contract for the Cooper Avenue reconstruction project and adopted several resolutions, including a budget transfer and employee handbook revisions. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved payment of all properly audited bills (unanimous)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 2022-01 amending Chapter 242 (OPRA fees) (unanimous)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 2022-02 amending Chapter 150 fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022:71 authorizing signature for Best Price Auto Sales LLC (unanimous)
• Reappointed Carol Redmond as part-time Tax Collector for four-year term (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022:73 budget transfer of $24,010 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022:74 revisions to Employee Handbook (unanimous)
• Authorized Remington & Vernick for Cooper Ave reconstruction engineering, not to exceed $67,030 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Lindenwold Borough Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in council members Cheryle Randolph-Sharpe and Odessa Patton. The council will appoint David Capozzi as municipal solicitor and vote on a consent agenda containing 66 routine resolutions covering appointments, policies, and contracts for 2022.

• Appointment of Municipal Solicitor David Capozzi
• Oaths of office for Council Members Cheryle Randolph-Sharpe and Odessa Patton
• Consent agenda includes appointments for engineer, bond counsel, prosecutor, public defender, auditor, and redevelopment attorney
• Resolution 2022:65 proclaims August 1 as Anthony Dixon Day
• Resolution 2022:54 authorizes cancellation of property taxes under $10 and sewer taxes under $1

The Lindenwold Borough Council held its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in Council Members Cheryle Randolph-Sharpe and Odessa Patton. The council unanimously approved a series of resolutions, including appointing David Capozzi as municipal solicitor with a contract not to exceed $125,000, and hiring Justin Hofacker and Tyler Glassman as patrolmen. Cheryle Randolph-Sharpe was elected Council President.

• Appointed David Capozzi as municipal solicitor, contract not to exceed $125,000 (unanimous)
• Hired Justin Hofacker and Tyler Glassman as patrolmen (unanimous)
• Elected Cheryle Randolph-Sharpe as Council President (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda resolutions 2022:2 through 2022:68 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of all properly audited bills (unanimous)