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Lindenwold public meetings in 2025

23 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 17, 2025

Borough Council

Council approves budget transfers and sheds ordinance

The Lindenwold Borough Council approved budget transfers for the last two months of the fiscal year and authorized the installation of communications facilities by Greenlight Networks. The body also adopted an ordinance allowing up to three sheds in residential zones.

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✓ Decided: Council approved Ordinance 2025:14 amending permitted uses

The Borough Council entered an executive session to discuss legal updates, personnel, and contracts. It approved payment of bills and the minutes from the December 3 meeting. The council gave a second‑reading approval to Ordinance 2025:14, which amends the borough code on permitted uses. It also approved the consent agenda items, including budget transfers, fire district compensation, and other routine resolutions.

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Wed Dec 3, 2025

Borough Council

Council will consider a $275,000 state bikeway grant and budget amendment

The Lindenwold Borough Council will hold an executive session on legal updates and personnel. It will vote on several routine resolutions, including budget transfers, new hires, and additional compensation for staff. A key item is a resolution to add $275,000 from the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the Lindenwold Park Bikeway Connector to the 2025 budget. The meeting also includes approval of a raffle license for the Lindenwold Lodge.

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✓ Decided: Council approved eight routine resolutions, including budget transfers and new hires

The council entered executive session to discuss legal updates, personnel and contracts, and later approved the bill list. It then approved the consent agenda covering resolutions 2025:181‑188, which authorized budget transfers, hired a police clerk, a custodial worker, a deputy chief financial officer, provided additional compensation for two employees, amended the budget, and granted a raffle license. All motions passed unanimously except Councilwoman Patton, who voted no on resolution 2025:186.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to Approve Consent Agenda, Resolution 2025:181-188: Council President Randolph Sharpe Seconded: Councilwoman Hess
1 yea
All* yea
Wed Nov 12, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to consider sewer work and tax agreements

The Borough Council will hold a second reading on four ordinances regarding shed regulations and Laurel Road parking. The body is also considering a consent agenda featuring a sewer replacement contract and a tax agreement for a multi-family property.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025

Joint Land Use Board

Board will review standards for multifamily residential developments ordinance

The Joint Land Use Board will consider a resolution for KR TAX ACCOUNTING LLC concerning Block 115 Lot 10. It will review a minor site plan application for Martin Rodriquez at 430 Walnut Ave E, Block 102.02 Lot 27. The board will conduct courtesy reviews of school projects, including a storage building project and signage for Lindenwold High School and Elementary School. It will also review the borough's multifamily residential development standards ordinance and shed‑use rules for several residential zones.

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Wed Oct 8, 2025

Borough Council

Council seeks six‑month extension to award $275,000 bikeway project contract

The Lindenwold Borough Council will hold an executive session on legal updates and personnel, and consider a series of ordinance readings. It will adopt a policy for administering federal‑aid highway projects, approve cooperative pricing agreements for sodium chloride and deer carcass removal, and renew a liquor license. The council will also reappoint the acting borough clerk, amend Halloween curfew hours, request a six‑month extension for the $275,000 Lindenwold Park Bikeway Connector contract, and seek approval of a $40,000 National Fitness Campaign grant.

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Thu Sep 25, 2025

Joint Land Use Board

Joint Land Use Board to review site plans and variances

The Joint Land Use Board will meet to approve the 2024 annual variance report and consider land use applications. The board will review requests for site plans and changes of use for specific properties.

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✓ Decided: Board approved minutes, variance report, resolution and new application

The Joint Land Use Board approved the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting, the 2024 variance report, and Resolution JLUB‑25‑13 for Godil Wireless LLC. The board also approved Application JLUB‑25‑14 for KL Tax Accounting LLC. All motions carried with two members abstaining on the first three items and unanimous approval on the application.

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Wed Sep 10, 2025

Borough Council

Lindenwold Council to approve $89,980 grant for park improvements

The Lindenwold Borough Council will consider approving a $89,980 state grant for a Memorial Park outdoor fitness area and refunding tax overpayments to seven property owners. The meeting also includes the first reading of eight ordinances amending local codes regarding indecency, property damage, and Certificate of Occupancy inspections.

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Thu Aug 28, 2025

Joint Land Use Board

Joint Land Use Board to review site plan waiver for Godil Wireless LLC

The Joint Land Use Board will meet to resolve a matter regarding Country Pet Lodge and consider a new application for a minor site plan waiver and change of use. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from June 26, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Godil Wireless LLC site‑plan waiver and change‑of‑use request

The Joint Land Use Board approved the minutes from the June 26, 2025 meeting with two abstentions. It also approved Resolution JLUB‑25‑12 for Caton Co LLC d/b/a Country Pet Lodge, again with two abstentions. Finally, the board approved Application JLUB‑25‑13 for Godil Wireless LLC, a minor site‑plan waiver and change of use, with a unanimous vote.

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Wed Aug 13, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to consider road improvements and new outdoor fitness court

The Borough Council will discuss infrastructure repairs and the installation of a free public outdoor fitness court. The meeting includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding parental responsibility and a closed session for legal and personnel updates.

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Wed Jul 9, 2025

Borough Council

Lindenwold Council to consider parental responsibility ordinance

The Borough Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance establishing parental responsibility for offenses committed by minors. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with police, infrastructure, and personnel decisions.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved creation of a Lindenwold Police Foundation

The Borough Council adopted a resolution authorizing the police department to establish the non‑profit Lindenwold Police Foundation. It also approved a contract with Crossing Guard Services, LLC, renewed a liquor license for Don Tequila Bar & Grill, and authorized a $49,000 change order for Colonial Square Drive. Additional actions included promoting Ana Langenbach to Deputy Tax Collector and approving engineering design contracts for road improvements and a Safe Routes to School grant. All items were adopted by unanimous voice or roll‑call vote.

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Thu Jun 26, 2025

Joint Land Use Board

Board to review site plan for Country Pet Lodge

The Joint Land Use Board will meet to vote on a resolution for EDA Capital, LLC and review a new business application. The meeting includes a minor site plan review for a property on Egg Harbor Rd.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the Country Pet Lodge site plan application

The Joint Land Use Board approved the minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting. It also approved Resolution JLUB-25-09 for EDA Capitol, LLC, Block 289, Lot 1. Finally, the board approved the minor site plan (JLUB-25-12) for Caton Co LLC d/b/a Country Pet Lodge.

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Wed Jun 11, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to apply for NJDOT grants for road and bike path improvements

The Borough Council is considering several grant applications to the New Jersey Department of Transportation for infrastructure projects. The body is also reviewing a non-contractual salary ordinance and the hiring of new police officers.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved multiple NJDOT grant applications for road and bike projects

The Borough Council entered and later exited an executive session to discuss legal and personnel matters. It approved payment of all audited bills and adopted the Non‑Contractual Salary Ordinance. Through a consent agenda, the council adopted Resolutions 2025:110‑118, authorizing the borough’s engineer to submit NJDOT grant applications for roadway, bikeway and pedestrian improvements, with professional service fees not to exceed $2,200.

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Thu May 22, 2025

Joint Land Use Board

Joint Land Use Board to vote on two construction-related resolutions

The Lindenwold Joint Land Use Board will hold its regular meeting on May 22, 2025, in Borough Hall. The board will review and vote on two resolutions (JLUB-25-08 and JLUB-25-10) submitted by Salerno Construction Group and ARCR Home Builders for projects at 46 W Atlantic Ave and 0 Atlantic Ave, respectively. The board will also discuss a postponed application (JLUB-25-11) for a variance at 416 Ashbourne Ave, which was withdrawn after the meeting, and a major subdivision application (JLUB-25-09) submitted by EDA Capital, LLC at 2211 White Horse Pike.

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✓ Decided: Board approved a major subdivision development on White Horse Pike

The Joint Land Use Board approved the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting, and approved two construction resolutions (Salerno Construction Group and ARCR Home Builders) with one abstention each. The board postponed the variance request for 416 Ashbourne Ave until more information is provided. It then approved the major subdivision application (JLUB-25-09) for 2211 White Horse Pike unanimously.

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Wed May 14, 2025

Borough Council

Lindenwold Borough Council to vote on 2025 budget

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the 2025 Municipal Budget. The meeting also includes discussions on salary ordinances and several municipal contracts.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously adopts 2025 budget of $20.27 million

The Borough Council approved the 2025 municipal budget totaling $20,272,128, detailing appropriations and the tax levy needed to fund municipal services. It also approved payment of all audited bills and adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including a $20,000 pump‑station repair, a $39,000 GovPilot system purchase, a raffle license for The Arc of Camden County, and the sale of surplus equipment. All actions were approved by unanimous roll‑call vote.

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Thu Apr 24, 2025

Joint Land Use Board

Lindenwold Joint Land Use Board to review subdivision and variance applications

The Joint Land Use Board will meet to vote on a resolution for Kennedy Food Gourmet, LLC. The board will also consider two new applications for minor subdivisions and variances on Atlantic Ave.

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✓ Decided: Board approved two minor subdivision applications and postponed a major one

The Joint Land Use Board unanimously approved the March 27, 2025 meeting minutes and Resolution JLUB-25-07 for Kennedy Food Gourmet, LLC. It then approved the minor subdivision and bulk variance application JLUB-25-08 for Salerno Construction Group and the minor subdivision and variance application JLUB-25-10 for ARCR Home Builders. The major subdivision application JLUB-25-09 for EDA Capitol, LLC was postponed to the May 22, 2025 meeting.

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Wed Apr 9, 2025

Borough Council

Council to introduce $20.3M 2025 budget and promote police sergeant

The Lindenwold Borough Council will hold a business meeting on April 9, 2025. Key actions include introducing the 2025 municipal budget of $20,272,128, with $11,177,883.80 to be raised by taxes, and voting on a resolution to promote Patrolman Thomas J. Mallon to Police Sergeant. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including a software agreement and a park shade purchase, and hold first readings of ordinances on a COLA adjustment and fee schedule amendments.

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✓ Decided: Council approved the 2025 municipal budget of $20.27 million

The Borough Council adopted the 2025 municipal budget totaling $20,272,128. It promoted Patrolman Thomas J. Mallon to Police Sergeant and approved a fee‑schedule ordinance. The council also certified compliance with EEOC guidance, authorized a software contract with CivicPlus, appointed special counsel for the primary election, and approved a park‑shade purchase. All items were adopted by the recorded votes.

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Thu Mar 27, 2025

Joint Land Use Board

Land Use Board to hear take-out restaurant application

The Joint Land Use Board will consider a resolution for Joceline Salguero at 318 First Avenue and a new application from Kennedy Food Gourmet, LLC for a take-out restaurant at 659 Blackwood Clementon Road. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Board approved minor site plan waiver for Kennedy Food Gourmet take‑out restaurant

The board approved the minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting, with Councilwoman Hess abstaining. It also approved Resolution JLUB-25-06 for Joceline Salguero, with Mayor Roach and Councilwoman Hess abstaining. Finally, the board approved a minor site‑plan waiver and change of use for Kennedy Food Gourmet, LLC to operate a take‑out food restaurant at 659 Blackwood Clementon Road.

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Wed Mar 26, 2025

Borough Council

Council to extend 2025 budget deadlines and hold executive session

The Borough Council is meeting to consider routine business, including a consent agenda with two resolutions. One resolution extends the 2025 budget introduction and adoption deadlines, and another issues a proclamation honoring a church dedication. The council will also enter closed session to discuss legal updates and personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts revised 2025 budget deadline dates

The Borough Council approved a resolution extending the 2025 budget schedule: the Municipal Annual Financial Statement submission moves to March 7, the budget introduction to March 31, and the budget adoption to April 30. The council also approved routine items including an executive‑session resolution, payment of audited bills, a consent agenda, a proclamation honoring a local church dedication, and adjourned the meeting.

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Wed Mar 12, 2025

Borough Council

Lindenwold Council to consider $250,000 pump purchase and road improvements

The Borough Council will discuss sewer infrastructure upgrades, pedestrian safety signs, and road improvements. The meeting includes a first reading of a fee schedule amendment and a second reading of traffic regulations for Georgetowne Condominium Association property.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $145,800 Carver Avenue road contract

The council approved a $145,800 contract for improvements to Carver Avenue, awarded to Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc., contingent on solicitor and NJDOT approval. They also authorized up to $250,000 for new sewer pumps, approved a shared services agreement for solar crosswalk signs, and hired two public works employees. Several resolutions and ordinances were passed unanimously, including a proclamation for Peter Pullella Day.

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Thu Feb 27, 2025

Joint Land Use Board

Joint Land Use Board to review use variance for 318 First Avenue

The Board will consider a use variance application to convert a single-family residence into a two-family residence. The meeting also includes resolutions for several land use applications.

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✓ Decided: Lindenwold board denies use variance for two-family home conversion

The Joint Land Use Board approved several resolutions and minutes, then denied a use variance application by Joceline Salguero to convert a single-family home at 318 First Avenue into a two-family residence. The denial was unanimous after the applicant failed to establish a reason for the variance. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Wed Feb 12, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to vote on Georgetowne traffic ordinance and appointments

The Lindenwold Borough Council will hold its regular business meeting on February 12, 2025. The body will first go into closed session to discuss legal updates, personnel, EMS, and park & recreation matters. After returning to open session, council members will approve minutes, pay bills, and review routine reports. They will then consider a first reading of Ordinance 2025:01 to apply Lindenwold traffic regulations to Georgetowne Condominium Association property. The consent agenda includes seven routine resolutions such as appointments to the Joint Land Use Board, hiring a Municipal Search Clerk, authorizing special counsel for the Fire District, leasing a Ricoh copier, refunding an escrow fee, applying for a CDBG grant for Rosamond Avenue reconstruction, making budget transfers, and awarding a recycling contract.

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✓ Decided: Council approves hires, contracts, and CDBG application

The Lindenwold Borough Council approved a consent agenda with resolutions for appointments, contracts, and a CDBG application, plus separate resolutions for hiring code enforcement trainees and a library clerk. All votes were unanimous. The meeting also included reports from council members and public comments on property appraisals and safety concerns.

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Thu Jan 23, 2025

Joint Land Use Board

Joint Land Use Board to review new fire station construction application

The Joint Land Use Board will hold a reorganization meeting to swear in members, nominate officers, and approve 2025 meeting dates, followed by a regular meeting to consider several land-use applications. The most significant item is a preliminary and final site plan with D variance for a new fire station at 517 Linden Ave E for Lindenwold Fire District 1. Other applications include a candy packaging facility, a bar with package goods, a single-family home variance, and a beauty salon.

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✓ Decided: Board approves new Lindenwold fire station site plan

The Joint Land Use Board approved the preliminary and final site plan for a new fire station for Lindenwold Fire District 1, including variances, with a unanimous vote after a public hearing. The board also approved several minor site plan waivers and changes of use, including a freeze-dried candy business and a beauty salon, and continued one application. Reorganization actions included appointing the board solicitor, engineer, and officers for 2025.

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Wed Jan 8, 2025

Borough Council

Lindenwold Borough Council holds reorganization meeting

The Borough Council is conducting its annual reorganization to swear in members and appoint municipal officials. The body is voting on a consent agenda containing 63 resolutions to establish administrative operations for 2025.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $130K solicitor contract, hires 4 police officers

The Lindenwold Borough Council held its annual reorganization meeting, approving a series of routine resolutions and appointments for 2025. Key actions included hiring four new police officers, approving professional service contracts, and setting the tax interest rates and meeting schedule for the year. The meeting also included the swearing-in of two council members and the election of a council president.

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