Lindenwold public meetings in 2024
23 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Borough Council
The Lindenwold Borough Council will hold second readings on four ordinances, including a special emergency appropriation for a property revaluation (up to $400,000) and awarding a $370,650 appraisal contract. Other notable items include installing solar crosswalk assemblies at two locations for $33,500, increasing a UCC inspector's salary by $25,000, and canceling taxes for disabled veterans. A consent agenda covering routine resolutions, such as a raffle license for Lindenwold Moose Lodge, will also be voted on.
- Second Reading Ordinance 2024:31 – Authorizing special emergency appropriation for revaluation (up to $400,000)
- Resolution 2024:189 – Awarding Professional Property Appraisers, Inc. $370,650 for 2026 property tax revaluation
- Resolution 2024:185 – Installing two RRFB Solar Crosswalk Assemblies at White Horse-Clementon Road (Lindenwold Middle School) and Gibbsboro Road–Pinewood Estates for $33,500
- Resolution 2024:187 – Increasing UCC Inspector Robert Gates' salary by $25,000 for an additional work day per week
- Resolution 2024:186 – Canceling taxes for two disabled veteran properties (310 Emerson St. and 601 Ninth Ave.) totaling $3,707.57
The Lindenwold Borough Council unanimously adopted four second-reading ordinances, including one authorizing a $400,000 special emergency appropriation for a property revaluation. The council also approved eight resolutions, including a $370,650 contract for the 2026 property tax revaluation, a $33,500 solar crosswalk installation, and a $25,000 salary increase for a UCC inspector. All votes were unanimous.
- Adopted Ordinance 2024:28 amending alcoholic beverage regulations (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 2024:29 amending property maintenance code (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 2024:30 cancelling sewer capital projects (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 2024:31 authorizing $400,000 special emergency appropriation for revaluation (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024:185 for solar crosswalk installation up to $33,500 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024:188 for $400,000 special emergency revaluation funding (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024:189 awarding $370,650 revaluation contract to Professional Property Appraisers, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024:187 increasing UCC inspector salary by $25,000 (unanimous)
Borough Council
The Lindenwold Borough Council will hold a business meeting on December 4, 2024, covering routine approvals and several resolutions. The consent agenda includes budget transfers totaling $79,500 across multiple departments, additional compensation of $2,080 each for two DPW employees with Diesel Generator Engineer certifications, and acceptance of the Fire Commissioners' 2025 compensation schedule. The council will also enter closed session to discuss legal updates, personnel, and professional services.
- Budget transfers of $79,500 between accounts including Municipal Clerk, Streets & Roads, and Vehicle Maintenance
- Additional compensation of $2,080 each for DPW employees Frederick Deterding and Ralph Parsinitz for generator certification
- Acceptance of Fire Commissioners Resolution 2024-28 setting 2025 compensation
- Executive session for legal updates, personnel matters, and professional services
- Engineer’s Report for December 2024 filed for review
The Lindenwold Borough Council approved several resolutions, including $79,500 in budget transfers, additional compensation for two DPW employees with generator certifications, and the promotion of Heather Protich to Office Manager. They also appointed Nadeen Randall as Municipal Search Clerk and authorized solid waste dumpsters for the Georgetowne Condominium Association. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved $79,500 in budget transfers (unanimous)
- Approved $2,080 each for Deterding and Parsinitz for generator certification (unanimous)
- Accepted Fire Commissioners' 2025 compensation (unanimous)
- Authorized dumpsters for Georgetowne Condominium (unanimous)
- Promoted Heather Protich to Office Manager, $58,000/yr (unanimous)
- Appointed Nadeen Randall as Municipal Search Clerk, $1,172/yr (unanimous)
Joint Land Use Board
The Lindenwold Joint Land Use Board will hold a regular meeting on November 25, 2024. They are scheduled to approve minutes from October and consider two resolutions involving properties on White Horse Pike and Lake Blvd. The board will also hear two minor site plan waiver applications: a change of use for a hair salon at 809A Blackwood Clementon Rd and a change of use for a church at 569 Blackwood Clementon Rd. The meeting includes a public comment period.
- Resolution JLUB-24-08 for Alterra Rentals LLC at 307 N White Horse Pike (Block 111 Lots 9, 9.01, 10)
- Resolution JLUB-24-09 for William Mitchell at 124 Lake Blvd (Block 180 Lot 19)
- Minor site plan waiver/change of use for Tangle Headz Salon at 809A Blackwood Clementon Rd (Block 240 Lot 1) - unisex hair salon & barber salon
- Minor site plan waiver/change of use for The Way Church at 569 Blackwood Clementon Rd (Block 240 Lot 58.05) - place for worship
Borough Council
The Borough Council will hold a business meeting including an executive session for legal updates and personnel. They will conduct first readings of four ordinances: amending alcoholic beverage regulations, property maintenance code, cancelling sewer capital projects, and authorizing a special emergency appropriation for revaluation. The consent agenda includes resolutions for a pump station change order, electricity supply auction, Christmas parade traffic restrictions, cancelling outstanding checks, equipment leases and purchases, crosswalk installations, traffic signal maintenance, and a JAG grant MOU.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024:31 authorizing a special emergency appropriation for revaluation
- First reading of Ordinance 2024:30 cancelling sewer capital projects
- Resolution 2024:170 authorizing installation of three RRFB solar crosswalk assemblies at Laurel Rd, Chews Landing Rd, and Gibbsboro Rd for up to $50,000
- Resolution 2024:171 authorizing traffic signal and school flasher emergency response and maintenance contract with Techna-Pro Electric for up to $124,486
- Resolution 2024:166 approving temporary parking restrictions and road closures for the Christmas Parade on December 6, 2024 from 6-8pm
Joint Land Use Board
The Lindenwold Joint Land Use Board will hold a regular meeting on October 24, 2024. They will vote on three resolutions (JLUB-24-06, -03, -07) and hear two new applications: a minor site plan waiver for an online automobile rental business at 307 N White Horse Pike, and a variance request for a prefab garage at 124 Lake Blvd.
- Resolution JLUB-24-06: Juan Gomez, 250 E Gibbsboro Rd, Block 134 Lot 12
- Resolution JLUB-24-03: Rising Morning Stats LLC, 43 Blackwood Clementon Rd, Block 252 Lot 2.01
- Resolution JLUB-24-07: Marie Yangambi, 737 Aston Martin Dr, Block 238.01 Lot 22
- New Business JLUB-24-08: Alterra Rentals LLC, minor site plan waiver/change of use for online automobile rental business at 307 N White Horse Pike
- New Business JLUB-24-09: William Mitchell, variance for prefab garage at 124 Lake Blvd
Borough Council
The Borough Council will hold a business meeting including a closed session for legal updates and personnel. They will conduct second readings of ordinances banning pop-up pool parties, revising property maintenance codes, and updating rental property inspection rules. The consent agenda includes a $118,665 Community Development Block Grant for Oak and Hawthorne Avenue reconstruction, purchase of a $115,000 loader, hiring a police clerk, and engineering services for sewer pump station rehabilitation.
- Promotion of Patrolman Giovanni Maldonado to Police Sergeant (Resolution 2024:156)
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024:24 banning residential pop-up pool parties
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024:25 amending property maintenance code for emergencies
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024:27 amending rental property inspection regulations
- Consent agenda includes $118,665 CDBG grant for Oak/Hawthorne Ave reconstruction and up to $115,000 for a Caterpillar loader
Joint Land Use Board
The Joint Land Use Board will consider two resolutions (Merryfield Investment and Pinnacle Investment) and three new business applications: a minor site plan/change of use at 250 E Gibbsboro Rd, a minor site plan/change of use at 43 Blackwood Clementon Rd, and a variance at 737 Aston Martin Dr. Public comment will be heard before adjournment.
- Resolution JLUB-24-004 for Merryfield Investment, Block 115, Lot 10
- Resolution JLUB-24-005 for Pinnacle Investment, Block 299.01, Lot 1
- Application JLUB-24-006: Juan Gomez, 250 E Gibbsboro Rd – minor site plan/change of use
- Application JLUB-24-003: Rising Morning Stars Learning Center, 43 Blackwood Clementon Rd – minor site plan/change of use
- Application JLUB-24-007: Marie Yangambi, 737 Aston Martin Dr – variance
The Joint Land Use Board approved all three applications on its agenda: a minor site plan for a religious counseling center at 250 E. Gibbsboro Rd, a minor site plan/change of use for a daycare center at 43 Blackwood Clementon Rd, and a variance for a property at 737 Aston Martin Dr. The board also approved minutes from August 22, 2024, and two resolutions (JLUB-24-04 and JLUB-24-05) for Merryfield Investment and Pinnacle Investment. All votes were unanimous, with some abstentions noted.
- Approved minutes from August 22, 2024 (unanimous, with Jackson and Hagen abstaining)
- Approved Resolution JLUB-24-04 for Merryfield Investment, Block 115, Lot 10 (unanimous, with Jackson and Hagen abstaining)
- Approved Resolution JLUB-24-05 for Pinnacle Investment, Block 299, Lot 1 (unanimous, with Roach, Jackson, and Hagen abstaining)
- Approved minor site plan with waiver/change of use for religious counseling center at 250 E. Gibbsboro Rd (unanimous)
- Approved minor site plan/change of use for daycare center at 43 Blackwood Clementon Rd (unanimous)
- Approved variance for property at 737 Aston Martin Dr, with deed restriction limiting pool house use (unanimous)
Borough Council
The Council will hold public hearings and vote on three second-reading ordinances amending solid waste fees, recycling regulations, and stormwater controls. They will also introduce four first-reading ordinances including restrictions on pop-up pool parties and property maintenance code revisions. A consent agenda includes resolutions authorizing up to $550,000 for pavement reconstruction on ten roads, $52,559 for Scott Avenue paving, a $35,922 police video recorder system, and acceptance of a $67,725 state safety grant. The meeting begins with a closed executive session for legal and personnel updates.
- Resolution 2024:150 authorizes up to $550,000 for pavement reconstruction on Holly, E. Elm, 3rd, Central, Locust, E. Maple, Spruce, and Jackson roads via Di Meglio Construction.
- Resolution 2024:151 authorizes up to $52,559 for paving Scott Avenue between E. Elm and Lynnebrook Gardens.
- Second reading of ordinances amending solid waste fee schedule (2024:21) and recycling regulations (2024:22).
- First reading of ordinance (2024:24) prohibiting pop-up pool parties.
- Resolution 2024:153 accepts $67,725 Safe and Secure grant for police with total program cost $566,300.
The Lindenwold Borough Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a $550,000 road reconstruction contract for 10 roads and a $52,559 paving project for Scott Avenue. They also adopted ordinances on solid waste fees, stormwater control, and introduced new ordinances on pop-up pool parties and property maintenance. The council approved a $67,725 state grant for police and promoted Tyler Venuto to Housing Inspector II.
- Approved $550,000 pavement reconstruction for 10 roads (unanimous)
- Approved $52,559 paving for Scott Avenue (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 2024:21 amending solid waste container fees (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 2024:22 amending solid waste and recycling chapter (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 2024:23 on stormwater control (unanimous)
- Introduced Ordinance 2024:24 on pop-up pool parties (unanimous)
- Introduced Ordinance 2024:25 on property maintenance code revisions (unanimous)
- Approved $67,725 Safe and Secure grant for police (unanimous)
Joint Land Use Board
The Joint Land Use Board is meeting to vote on a resolution for 535 Chestnut Street and hear two new business applications. These include a request for a multi-unit office site plan and a zoning variance for a residential dwelling.
- Resolution JLUB-24-02 for 535 Chestnut Street
- Extension request for 829 Walnut Street (JLUB-24-15)
- Minor site plan/change of use for 6 office suites at 103 N White Horse Pike (JLUB-24-004)
- Variance request to change commercial zone to residential dwelling at 2169 S White Horse Pike (JLUB-24-005)
Borough Council
The Borough Council is reviewing several high-cost contracts for new trash trucks and municipal building improvements. The meeting also includes first readings for ordinances regarding stormwater control and solid waste fee schedules.
- Purchase of two 2025 Peterbilt 520 chassis with HEIL Odyssey Front Loader trash trucks for up to $1,000,000.00
- Purchase of a 2025 Peterbilt 548 Cab and Chassis for up to $164,915.00
- Purchase of a Leach 25 Cu. Yd. 2R-III Rear Loader for up to $135,000.00
- Installation of four basketball courts by Nickolaus Construction for up to $145,000.00
- HVAC and lighting upgrades for Borough Hall (up to $60,000.00) and Police Department (up to $90,000.00) via Atlantic City Electric
Borough Council
The Borough Council will review several second-reading ordinances, including new rules for tree removal and replacement. The council will also consider a shared services agreement with Camden County to install solar-powered flashing pedestrian crosswalk signs at specific school crossings. Additionally, the agenda includes a liquor license transfer and an executive session for legal and personnel updates.
- Shared service agreement for solar-powered flashing pedestrian crosswalk signs
- Ordinance 2024:13 regarding tree removal and replacement requirements
- Transfer of liquor license to Mike’s Liquor Inc. at 619 S. White Horse Pike
- Ordinance 2024:14 amending solid waste and recycling rules
- Ordinance 2024:15 regarding fee amendments
Borough Council
The Borough Council is conducting the first reading of two bond ordinances to fund infrastructure projects. These include $1,975,000 for sewer utility upgrades and $2,942,000 for general capital improvements. The council will also vote to rescind a pocket liquor license for Krish of Lindenwold LLC.
- Ordinance 2024:19: $1,975,000 for sewer utility improvements
- Ordinance 2024:20: $2,942,000 for capital improvements
- Contract award for Special Municipal Engineer
- Rescinding pocket liquor license for Krish of Lindenwold LLC (Topica)
Borough Council
The Lindenwold Borough Council is reviewing several budget amendments to incorporate state grant funds for local infrastructure and parks. The agenda also includes the sale of surplus municipal vehicles and a delay in pet licensing late fees. Additionally, the council will consider multiple ordinance readings regarding property maintenance and traffic.
- $246,218 grant application for Carver Avenue Improvements
- $73,000 grant for Carlton Rouh Park improvements
- $49,313.76 budget amendment for Clean Communities Program
- Sale of surplus municipal vehicles via GovDeals
- Delaying pet licensing late fees until June 15, 2024
Joint Land Use Board
The Joint Land Use Board will consider an application for a use variance at Block 79 Lot 4. The proposal by Elyse and Shanita Quarles involves converting the property into a two-unit duplex. The board will also review minutes from the April 25, 2024 meeting.
- Use variance application for conversion of Block 79 Lot 4 into a 2-unit duplex
- Approval of April 25, 2004 meeting minutes
Borough Council
The Lindenwold Borough Council is holding its regular business meeting on May 8, 2024. The main items are adopting the 2024 municipal budget (totaling $19,731,012) and holding public hearings on several ordinances, including a COLA cap bank ordinance and an NJDOT sidewalk agreement. The council will also recognize Officer Thomas Mallon and proclaim National Police Week.
- Adopt 2024 budget: $19,731,012 total appropriations, $11,038,371.09 to be raised by local tax
- Second reading: Ordinance 2024:07 to exceed budget cap by 3.5% ($582,387.35)
- Second reading: Ordinance 2024:08 NJDOT ADA sidewalk agreement for $1,000 (Block 116, Lot 1)
- First reading: Ordinance 2024:09 regulating privately-owned salt storage
- Consent agenda: hire two part-time sub-code officials at $10,000 each (Mark Hopkins, Robert Gates)
Joint Land Use Board
The Joint Land Use Board will consider a resolution regarding application JLUB-24-1 for 901 East Gibbsboro Road. The board will also review the minutes from the February 22, 2024 meeting.
- Resolution for Application JLUB-24-1: Delta Housing Enterprises, LLC at 901 East Gibbsboro Road
Borough Council
The Borough Council is introducing the 2024 municipal budget totaling $19,731,012, with $11,038,371 to be raised by local property taxes. The council will also hold first readings on ordinances to exceed the state budget cap by 3.5% and to authorize a sidewalk easement for an NJDOT ADA project. Several resolutions on the consent agenda include a construction official promotion, a performance bond release, and a grant application for clean energy projects.
- Resolution 2024:89 introduces 2024 budget: $19,731,012 total appropriations, $11,038,371 raised by local tax
- Ordinance 2024:07 would increase budget cap by 3.5% ($582,387.35) and establish a cap bank
- Ordinance 2024:08 and Resolution 2024:92 authorize NJDOT sidewalk easement at 15 White Horse Pike N for $1,000
- Resolution 2024:90 promotes Kevin Bagnell to Construction Official at $44,000 salary
- Resolution 2024:93 authorizes application to BPU Community Energy Plan Implementation Grant for solar and EV charging
Joint Land Use Board
The Lindenwold Joint Land Use Board will review a land use resolution for Application JLUB-24-1 submitted by Delta Housing Enterprises, LLC at 901 East Gibbsboro Road (Block 244, Lot 5.03). The board will also approve minutes from its February meeting and open the session to public comment before adjourning. This agenda contains only procedural items and one land use application.
- Resolution for Application JLUB-24-1 by Delta Housing Enterprises, LLC at 901 East Gibbsboro Road (Block 244, Lot 5.03)
- Approval of meeting minutes from February 22, 2024
Borough Council
The Lindenwold Borough Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including police promotions, a sewer pump station rehabilitation contract, and various fee schedule amendments. The agenda includes both routine items and more significant actions such as the promotion of two police officers and the award of a $325,000 construction contract.
- Promotion of Sgt. Anthony Pizzo Jr. to Police Lieutenant and Patrolman Dustin Dilger to Police Sergeant
- Award of $325,000 contract to Level-1 Construction for Sewer Pump Station #8 Rehabilitation
- First reading of ordinance to amend park and recreation use fees (Chapter 150-31)
- First reading of ordinance setting police salaries (Chief $180,000 in 2024)
- Resolution to lease 8 vehicles from Enterprise Fleet Management, not to exceed $535,000
Joint Land Use Board
The board will review the 2023 zoning report and consider application JLUB-24-1. This application involves Delta Housing Enterprises, LLC at 901 East Gibbsboro Road.
- Application JLUB-24-1 for 901 East Gibbsboro Road
- Resolution regarding the 2023 Zoning Report
- Approval of January 25, 2024 meeting minutes
Borough Council
The Borough Council is reviewing several resolutions including equipment purchases and grant applications. The meeting also includes first readings of ordinances regarding sewer rules and a COLA ordinance.
- Purchase of a Battle Motors/HEIL trash truck not to exceed $372,000.00
- Lease of one Ford F-250 and seven Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles not to exceed $510,000.00
- Grant application for $150,000.00 to reconstruct basketball courts at Carlton Rouh Park
- Acceptance of a $67,725.00 Safe and Secure Communities grant for the police department
- Repair of Pump Station #2 and #3 with costs not to exceed $12,000.00 and $10,000.00 respectively
Joint Land Use Board
The board will hold a reorganization meeting to swear in members and appoint a solicitor and engineer. The regular meeting includes the approval of December 2023 minutes and a 2023 zoning report.
- Swearing in of board members Hess, Wells, Vandergrift, Dawson, K. Polifrone, and M. Polifrone
- Nomination of Kathleen McGill Gaskill, Esq. for Board Solicitor
- Nomination of Environmental Resolutions, Inc. for Board Engineer
- Resolution JLUB-23-15 regarding 829 Walnut Street (Block 34, Lot 3)
Borough Council
The Borough Council is conducting its annual reorganization meeting to swear in elected officials and appoint various municipal officers. The agenda includes a large consent agenda to establish routine administrative procedures and professional appointments for the year.
- Oaths of office for Mayor Richard E. Roach, Jr. and Council Member Linda Hess
- Appointment of Municipal Solicitor David Capozzi
- Appointment of Bond Counsel Parker McCay
- Appointment of Auditor Bowman and Company
- Appointment of various municipal roles including Prosecutor, Public Defender, and Tax Search Clerk