Little Silver public meetings in 2023

Mayor & Council

The Borough Council is meeting to approve an updated Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual. The body will also consider a resolution establishing employee compensation rates for 2024.

• Adoption of updated Borough of Little Silver Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual
• 2024 salary resolution including $2,500 for each Council Member
• One-time $5,000 retroactive payments and base salary increases for Kevin J. Burke Jr. and Craig R. Marshall
• Special Law Enforcement Officer Special Duty Road Assignment rate set at $50.00 per hour
• $500.00 educational credit benefit for Christopher Sarn

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are reviewing a consent agenda that includes budget insertions for infrastructure and park improvements. The body is also discussing police equipment acquisition and personnel assignments.

• Request for $170,000 NJDOT grant for pedestrian crossing and sidewalk safety improvements
• Request for $90,000 Monmouth County grant for Sickles Park improvements
• Authorization for Police Department to participate in the 1033 Program for excess Department of Defense equipment
• Temporary assignment of Alexis Walsh as Police Department administrative assistant at $25.00 per hour
• Resolution urging the state to adopt budget and levy cap exemptions for property/casualty insurance claims

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several residential variance requests and one commercial site plan. The board is reviewing proposals for home additions, a new dwelling, and the conversion of a building into a bar/restaurant.

• 51 Oceanport Avenue: Preliminary and final major site plan approval to remodel a building into a bar/restaurant
• 2 Daniel Drive: Request to demolish existing structure and build a new two-story dwelling
• 33 Vista Drive: Request for addition, new driveway, patio, pool, and 230 square foot pool house
• 14 Alwin Terrace: Resolution compliance for screening on the west side of the property
• 16 Sherwood Road: Resolution for Thomas & Laura Gentile

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are holding a public hearing on an ordinance to repeal several requirements for restaurant conditional alcohol licenses. The body is also discussing a potential increase in residential planning board resolution fees and a traffic analysis for Sickles Park.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #875-23 to repeal sections of the Restaurant Conditional License code
• Proposed $16,000 transfer from General Administration to various salaries and wages accounts
• Discussion of a traffic and parking analysis for Sickles Park conducted by Leon S. Avakian Consulting Engineers
• Approval of a $3,110.29 property tax refund for Block 49, Lot 4
• Appointment of Louis O. Carretta as Public Works/Recycling Roadman effective December 18, 2023

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are meeting to vote on a consent agenda including personnel appointments and service contracts. The body is introducing an ordinance to repeal sections of the restaurant conditional license rules for alcoholic beverage control.

• Ordinance to repeal sections of § 7-3.8 'Restaurant Conditional License' regarding alcoholic beverage control
• Contract for basketball referee services from Think NJ, LLC for $14,490.00
• Shared services agreement with Little Silver Board of Education for the lease of 124 Willow Drive
• Appointment of Andrew White as a probationary Police Officer
• Memorandum of agreement with Little Silver P.B.A. #359 for 2024-2027

Planning Board

The Little Silver Planning Board is meeting to discuss residential property modifications and resolution compliance. The board will review requests for additions and renovations in the R-2 and R-3 zones.

• 14 Alwin Terrace: resolution compliance for screening preservation or replacement
• 16 Sherwood Road: request for second story garage addition, mudroom, and renovations
• 31 Winfield Drive: resolution for Stephen and Leigh Nissley

Planning Board

The Little Silver Planning Board is holding its regular meeting to discuss several property applications, including an extension request for 640 Prospect Avenue, old business for 31 Winfield Drive, and compliance review for 14 Alwin Terrace. The board will also consider resolutions for properties on Fox Hill and Branch Avenue. No new business is listed.

• Extension of time request for 640 Prospect Avenue, Block 51 Lot 8, R-1A Zone
• Old Business: Stephen and Leigh Nissley, 31 Winfield Drive, Block 35 Lot 1, R-3 Zone
• Other Business: 14 Alwin Terrace, Block 83 Lot 8, R-2 Zone, screening compliance
• Resolution: Jeffrey and Christine Farin, 12 Fox Hill, Block 13 Lot 29, R-2 Zone
• Resolution: Tom Sullivan, 612 Branch Avenue, Block 54 Lot 25.11, R-3 Zone

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Mayor and Council will consider routine resolutions including awarding a two-year HVAC maintenance contract, releasing escrow funds, approving minutes, and entering executive session for contract negotiations. The meeting also includes a $2.5 million voucher payment list and a communication about train station parking lot use by Contemporary Motors.

• Award $19,840 HVAC service contract to Automated Building Controls Inc. for Borough Hall, Library, Post Office Museum, Women's Club, Parker Homestead and Annex
• Release escrow funds: $888.75 (Block 40, Lot 36), $4,977.75 (Block 37, Lot 13), $1,257.00 (Block 40, Lot 36)
• Approve $2,495,047.06 in vouchers including school tax wires and payroll
• Enter executive session for contract negotiations
• Communication: Train station parking lot utilization by Contemporary Motors for inventory parking

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Borough Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one repealing sections of the police regulations chapter due to legal changes, and another authorizing a guaranty of up to $150,000 for capital equipment lease revenue bonds for the Board of Education. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including appointments, contracts, and budget insertions, and recognize retiring Sergeant Frank Salerno and the Two River Little League Under 11 state champions.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #873-23 to repeal sections of Chapter 5 'Police Regulations'
• Public hearing on Ordinance #874-23 to guaranty up to $150,000 for school equipment bonds
• Appointment of Hailey Rose Burke as relief dispatcher at $18.00/hr (probationary), then $20.00/hr
• Appointment of Glenn A. Morgan as Mechanic (probationary) at $60,000.00 per annum
• Award contracts: Bella Casa Painting $6,150.00 (Sickles Park restrooms), Atlantic Tree Experts $12,000.00 (tree work), R. Brothers Concrete $15,000.00 (railroad station chimney)

Planning Board

The Little Silver Planning Board is meeting to consider several applications, including a pool with a setback variance, a basement finish with multiple variances, and several sign changes. The board will also vote on a resolution for a property on Fox Hill.

• Thomas Sullivan, 612 Branch Avenue: 41' x 20' in-ground pool, 10.8 ft setback proposed vs 15 ft required
• Stephen and Leigh Nissley, 31 Winfield Drive: basement finish with bath, office, family room, workout area; multiple variances including lot area, setbacks, height, floor area ratio (use variance requiring 5 of 7 votes)
• 31 Silverton Avenue: extension of time request
• Signage: 7 Conover Place (The Garage Gym, non-illuminated), 24 Sycamore Avenue (Triple T Hospitality Group), 530 Prospect Avenue (Stafford Smith Realty)
• Resolution: Jeffrey and Christine Farin, 12 Fox Hill

The Planning Board approved a residential pool variance and three business signage requests. An application to finish a basement was carried over to the October 5 meeting for additional evidence.

• Approved one-year extension of time for 31 Silverton Avenue
• Approved non-illuminated signage for 'The Garage Gym' at 7 Conover Place
• Approved new sign for 'Triple T Hospitality Group' at 25 Sycamore Avenue
• Approved new sign for 'Stafford Smith Realty' at 530 Prospect Avenue
• Approved in-ground pool construction at 612 Branch Ave with a setback variance
• Carried application for basement finishing at 31 Winfield Drive to October 5 meeting

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Borough Council is holding public hearings on two ordinances: one amending construction and land use fees, and another establishing an insurance registry for businesses and rental properties. The council will also introduce ordinances to repeal certain police regulations and authorize a bond guaranty for school capital equipment. Additionally, the agenda includes resolutions recognizing retiring employees, approving payments, and appointing officials.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #871-23 amending construction code and land use fees
• Public hearing on Ordinance #872-23 establishing insurance registry for businesses and rental properties
• Introduction of Ordinance #873-23 repealing sections of police regulations
• Introduction of Ordinance #874-23 authorizing guaranty for capital equipment lease revenue bonds for Little Silver Board of Education
• Consent agenda includes $53,406 payment to Lincoln National Life Insurance for volunteer LOSAP and $4,000 cost share with Parker Homestead

The Council approved a resolution recognizing the service of retired DPW employee Nicholas Hubbard, Sr. Members and residents discussed a proposed tree ordinance and potential parking and sidewalk improvements at Sickles Park.

• Approved resolution recognizing retired DPW employee Nicholas Hubbard, Sr. (5-0)

Planning Board

The Little Silver Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on August 3, 2023, to discuss several applications, including a retaining wall installed without approval, signage changes, and an extension of time request. The board will also consider amending the fee schedule for B-1 House Location plot/grading plans to include swimming pools.

• Jeffrey and Christine Farin, 12 Fox Hill: retaining wall installed without approval, setbacks 13.3 ft and 10.6 ft vs required 15 ft; poolside cabana proposed
• 46 Queens Drive East: extension of time for patio portion of approval
• 517 Prospect Avenue: replace Lakeland Bank signage with Provident Bank
• 7 Conover Place: signage for 'The Garage Gym'
• Amend Section 16A3.4 Fees: B-1 House Location plot/grading plans for fill over 10 cubic yards or >200 sq ft disturbance, $150, to include swimming pools

The Planning Board approved a retaining wall installed without prior approval at 12 Fox Hill Drive and updated fee structures for swimming pool grading plans. The board also granted time extensions for residential projects and approved a bank signage change.

• Approved retaining wall at 12 Fox Hill Drive (Roll call vote)
• Amended Section 16A3.4 Fees to include swimming pools for grading plans (Roll call vote)
• Approved signage for Provident Bank at 517 Prospect Avenue (Roll call vote)
• Granted one-year extension for patio at 46 Queens Drive East (Unanimous voice vote)
• Granted one-year extension for addition, deck, and pavers at 630 Little Silver Point Road (Unanimous voice vote)
• Tabled signage application for 'The Garage Gym' at 7 Conover Place until September 7
• Adopted resolution for 71 Silverton Avenue (Roll call vote)
• Adopted resolution for 541 Harding Road (Roll call vote)

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Borough Council will introduce two ordinances: one amending construction and land use fees, and another establishing an insurance registry for businesses and rental properties. The council will also hear a briefing from the Two Rivers Sewerage Authority on capital projects, discuss a potential tree ordinance, and consider a block party request for Woodbine Ave. Several resolutions are on the consent agenda, including contracts, hirings, and a tax grace period.

• Ordinance #871-23: Amends construction code and land use fees
• Ordinance #872-23: Establishes insurance registry for businesses and rental properties
• Resolution: Renewal of shared services agreement with Monmouth County Sheriff's Office for PSAP, $5,963 in 2023
• Resolution: Hiring two Public Works/Recycling Roadmen at $43,000 each
• Resolution: Tree removal and trimming contract with Atlantic Tree Experts for $13,440

The Council introduced two ordinances regarding construction fees and a mandatory liability insurance registry for businesses and rentals. A proposed tree ordinance was discussed but not yet introduced. A block party request for Woodbine Ave was approved.

• Approved Woodbine Ave block party request
• Introduced Ordinance #871-23 to increase mechanical fees for swimming pool installations (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance #872-23 establishing a mandatory liability insurance registry for businesses and rental properties (6-0)

Planning Board

The Little Silver Planning Board will hold its regular meeting to consider two applications for property improvements that require variances from zoning rules, plus an extension request for a pool approval. The board will also vote on resolutions for several prior applications and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Extension of time for pool approval at 35 Laurel Drive (Block 54 Lot 8)
• John David Calvert seeks variances for a two-story addition and garage at 71 Silverton Avenue, including floor area ratio use variance
• David Cardamone seeks to demolish and rebuild a home at 541 Harding Road with side yard variances
• Resolutions for properties at 60 Edgewood Avenue, 407 Rumson Road, 136 North Lovett Avenue, and 320 Willow Drive

The Planning Board approved applications for a new single-family home at 541 Harding Road and additions to a home at 71 Silverton Avenue. The Board also granted a one-year swimming pool extension and adopted several resolutions.

• Approved one-year swimming pool extension for 35 Laurel Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved demolition and construction of new dwelling at 541 Harding Road (Unanimous)
• Approved foyer, porch, and rear addition at 71 Silverton Avenue (Unanimous)
• Adopted resolutions for 60 Edgewood Avenue, 407 Rumson Road, and 136 North Lovett Avenue
• Adopted resolution for Contemporary Motor Cars LLC at 320 Willow Drive

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Borough Council is meeting to consider routine resolutions, including a new website contract, liquor license renewals, and personnel appointments. They will also discuss state legislation on property tax relief and short-term rentals, and hear public comments.

• Contract with CivicPlus for new Borough website, $11,974.87
• Renewal of liquor licenses for Little Silver Liquors, Brickwall at Little Silver, and Ferrucci's Two
• Hiring of Jacob Roche as SLEO 1 at $20.59/hour and as full-time dispatcher at $41,600/year
• Hiring of Robert Duncan as relief crossing guard at $25.00 per session
• Adoption of Emergency Operations Plan and participation in Monmouth County mutual aid

The Council passed a consent agenda including the hiring of a crossing guard and a police officer. They approved a contract for a new borough website and renewed several ABC licenses. No new ordinances were passed regarding short-term rentals.

• Approved $11,974.87 contract with Civic Plus for a new Borough website
• Approved renewal of ABC License for Little Silver Liquors (R-97-23)
• Approved renewal of ABC License for Brickwall at Little Silver (R-98-23)
• Approved renewal of ABC License for Ferrucci’s Two pending tax certificate (R-99-23)
• Approved hiring of Robert Duncan as relief crossing guard (R-100-23)
• Approved hiring of Jacob Roche as Special Law Enforcement Officer 1 (R-102-23)
• Approved $2,206.51 special revenue item for Alcohol Education Rehabilitation Fund (R-101-23)
• Approved release of $500.00 escrow balance for 615 Harding Road (R-106-23)

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Mayor and Council held a public hearing on a bond ordinance appropriating $1,139,990 for capital improvements and equipment, authorizing the issuance of $925,000 in bonds. The consent agenda included resolutions to approve a $195,000 expenditure for open space fund maintenance and a change order for the 2022 Roadway Improvement Program. The body also voted on 2023 salary rates for borough employees and supported state legislation regarding municipal energy tax receipts.

• Public hearing on Bond Ordinance 870-23 appropriating $1,139,990 and authorizing $925,000 in bonds for capital improvements
• Resolution authorizing $195,000 expenditure for Open Space Fund maintenance expenses
• Approval of Change Order #2 for Z Brothers Concrete Contractor, increasing the 2022 Roadway Improvement Program total to $601,662.38
• Resolution supporting Assembly Bill A-4789 to increase municipal energy tax receipts to offset health care costs
• Approval of 2023 salary resolution for all borough employees excluding full-time law enforcement officers

The Council approved a bond ordinance for capital improvements and equipment. A consent agenda was passed authorizing several payments, a tax refund, and a grant application for pedestrian safety.

• Approved Ordinance 870-23 appropriating $1,139,990 for capital improvements (6-0)
• Authorized $195,000 for open space fund maintenance (R-89-23)
• Approved $10,420.19 tax refund for a 100% disabled veteran exemption (R-93-23)
• Approved $7,350 change order for 2022 Roadway Improvement Program (R-92-23)
• Supported NJ DOT grant application for pedestrian safety improvements (R-91-23)
• Approved 2023 salary resolution for non-law enforcement employees (R-94-23)
• Supported Assembly Bill No. A-4789 regarding municipal energy tax receipts (R-90-23)
• Recognized Paige Kelly for achievements at RBR Pre-Engineering Academy (R-95-23)

Planning Board

The Little Silver Planning Board is holding its regular meeting to review several property applications, including an informal subdivision discussion and four requests for home additions or modifications. The board will also consider an extension request for a previously approved application and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Extension request for 1 Paag Circle (Block 66.01 Lot 1) approved July 1, 2021, seeking 2nd extension
• Informal hearing: Ronda and Jeffrey Gale, 186 Little Silver Point Road, possible subdivision in R-1A zone
• Aleksey Milke, 60 Edgewood Avenue: 2-story addition, 2-car garage, porch changes; lot area 15,034 sq ft vs 20,000 required
• Braden and Trish Barr/407 Rumson Road LLC: second story and front additions; lot area 27,000 sq ft vs 40,000 required
• Contemporary Motor Cars, LLC, 320 Willow Drive: rehab and expand building for auto repair in B-2 zone

The Board approved three residential construction applications and granted one time extension for a project at 1 Paag Circle. A proposal to rehabilitate and expand a building for auto repair at 320 Willow Drive was discussed, but no decision was recorded.

• Approved one-year extension for 1 Paag Circle (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2-story addition and garage at 60 Edgewood Avenue (unanimous roll call)
• Approved second story addition, front addition, porch, and patio at 407 Rumson Road (unanimous roll call)
• Approved attached two-car garage at 136 North Lovett Avenue (unanimous roll call)

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 869-23, which updates salary ranges for non-contractual borough employees. The consent agenda includes paying $2,334,737.67 in bills, approving a fireworks permit for the 100th anniversary celebration, and authorizing agreements with Meghan Ann Bennett of Dilworth Paxson LLP as Borough Attorney and Bond Counsel. The council will also recognize resident Brady Walsh for rescuing a dog from the Navesink River.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 869-23 updating salary ranges for borough officers and employees
• Resolution to pay bills totaling $2,334,737.67
• Resolution approving fireworks for June 24, 2023 100th anniversary celebration and waiving the fee
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Meghan Ann Bennett of Dilworth Paxson LLP as Borough Attorney
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Meghan Ann Bennett of Dilworth Paxson LLP as Bond Counsel

The Council adopted an ordinance to update salary ranges for certain officers and employees. They also introduced a bond ordinance to fund capital improvements and equipment. Additionally, the Council recognized resident Brady Walsh for saving a dog from the Navesink River.

• Adopted Ordinance 869-23 to update salaries of certain officers and employees (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 870-23 for $1,139,990 in capital improvements and equipment (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-81-23 recognizing resident Brady Walsh (Unanimous)
• Approved fireworks for 100th anniversary celebration and waived fee (R-83-23)
• Approved agreements with Meghan Ann Bennett as Borough Attorney and Bond Counsel (R-84-23, R-85-23)
• Approved revenue insertions for Clean Communities Program ($15,416.46) and Stormwater Assistance Grant ($15,000.00) (R-86-23, R-87-23)
• Authorized payment of bills (R-82-23)

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Mayor and Council will vote on hiring Matthew T. McGrady as a probationary police officer and hold public hearings on ordinances updating employee salary ranges and funding $355,000 in improvements to Dominick F. Santelle Park. They will also consider a block party request and approve the payment of bills totaling over $2.5 million.

• Resolution to hire Matthew T. McGrady as probationary police officer (badge #153)
• Ordinance 869-23: update salary ranges for borough officers and employees
• Ordinance 866-23: amend accessory structure regulations in land use code
• Ordinance 868-23: appropriate $355,000 for Dominick F. Santelle Park improvements ($228,000 from Open Space Trust Fund, $127,000 from grant fund)
• Consent agenda: pay bills totaling $2,536,505.19 and accept resignation of Patrolman Israel Dunning

The Council approved funding for park improvements and adopted an amendment to land use regulations. They also hired a new probationary police officer and introduced an ordinance to update employee salaries.

• Approved $355,000 for Domnick F. Santelle Park improvements (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 866-23 amending land use and development regulations (4-1)
• Approved hiring Matthew T. Grady as probationary Police Officer (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 869-23 to update officer and employee salaries (5-0)
• Approved block party request for May 21, 2023 (Windsor Dr, Sherwood Rd, Sherwood Circle, Nottingham Way)
• Accepted resignation of Patrolman Israel Dunning effective April 25, 2023
• Authorized payment of bills

Planning Board

The Little Silver Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with correspondence, an extension of time request, and resolutions for several properties. No old or new business is listed. The agenda includes items for 20 Westwood Road, 71 Silverside Ave, and Little Silver Donuts, LLC.

• Correspondence: 20 Westwood Road, Block 60 Lot 16, R-2 Zone
• Extension of time request: Rommel Castro, 71 Silverside Ave, Block 67 Lot 18, R-2 Zone
• Resolution: Edward Flusch and Meghan Cullen, 20 Westwood Road, Block 60 Lot 13, R-2 Zone
• Resolution: Little Silver Donuts, LLC, 18 Sycamore Avenue, Block 75 Lots 6.02 and 6.02, B-2 Zone

The board approved a resolution for Edward Filusch and Meghan Cullen at 20 Westwood Road (unanimous), a resolution for Little Silver Donuts at 18 Sycamore Avenue (unanimous), and a one-year extension for Rommel Castro at 71 Silverside Avenue due to COVID supply chain issues (unanimous). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution for Filusch/Cullen at 20 Westwood Road (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Little Silver Donuts at 18 Sycamore Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension for Rommel Castro at 71 Silverside Avenue (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and vote on the 2023 municipal budget and an ordinance to exceed state budget caps by 1% ($94,102.44). They will also introduce an ordinance appropriating $355,000 for improvements to Dominick F. Santelle Park, funded by the Open Space Trust Fund and a grant. The meeting includes the swearing-in of a new police officer and several consent agenda resolutions for contracts and budget insertions.

• Adoption of 2023 budget with $8,535,000 to be raised by taxation
• Ordinance 867-23 to exceed budget caps by 1% ($94,102.44) and establish a cap bank
• Introduction of Ordinance 868-23 for $355,000 in Santelle Park improvements
• Swearing-in of Police Officer Charito A. Cintron (Badge #152)
• Janitorial contracts with ACCSES NJ: $20,793.12 (train station) and $78,673.44 (borough buildings)

The Council approved the 2023 Budget and Tax Resolution and passed an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits. They also introduced a funding plan for park improvements and swore in a new probationary police officer.

• Adopted 2023 Budget and Tax Resolution (R-23-71) (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 867-23 to exceed municipal budget appropriations limits (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 868-23 to appropriate $355,000 for Domnick F. Santelle Park improvements (6-0)
• Approved hiring of Police Officer Charito A. Cintron (R-23-70) (6-0)
• Approved $20,793.12 janitorial contract for the Train Station (R-23-73) (6-0)
• Approved $78,673.44 janitorial contract for Borough buildings (R-23-74) (6-0)
• Approved renewal of community development program agreement with Monmouth County (R-23-75) (6-0)
• Requested budget insertions of $7,000 for distracted driving crackdown and $1,500 for rain garden grant (R-23-76, R-23-77) (6-0)

Planning Board

The Little Silver Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on April 13, 2023, to consider several applications. These include a minor site plan for a Dunkin Donuts restaurant, a fence height variance request, and a request to eliminate a tree preservation condition from a 2011 resolution. The board will also discuss a capital improvement proposal from the Red Bank Regional High School Board of Education and a proposed ordinance amendment.

• Dunkin Donuts site plan at 18 Sycamore Avenue (Block 75, Lot 6.02) for internal reconfiguration, no drive-thru, with proposed signage
• Fence variance request at 463 Little Silver Point Road (Block 62, Lot 9) for 6-foot and 8-foot front-yard fences, exceeding 36-inch limit
• Request to eliminate tree preservation condition at 20 Westwood Road (Block 60, Lot 13) from 2011 resolution
• Red Bank Regional High School proposes removing maintenance building and constructing new storage building at 101 Ridge Road
• Proposed amendment to Land Use ordinance Section 16A-5.7

The Board approved a request to eliminate a 2011 resolution condition to allow the removal of unhealthy trees at 20 Westwood Road. A separate application for a fence and wall at 463 Little Silver Point Road was postponed.

• Approved removal of trees at 20 Westwood Road with condition to replant within one year (8-0)
• Postponed application for fence and wall at 463 Little Silver Point Road to May 4, 2023 (Unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on an ordinance amending accessory structure regulations and on proposed $195,000 in Open Space Fund maintenance expenses. They will also vote on a consent agenda including road project change orders, a surplus vehicle sale, and other resolutions.

• Ordinance 866-23 amending §16A-5.7 accessory structure rules (heights, setbacks, sizes)
• Public hearing on $195,000 Open Space Fund maintenance expenses for parks and recreation
• Change Order #4 for 2021 Roadway Improvement Program: decrease of $12,103.60 to $380,699.66 (Fernandes Construction)
• Change Order #1 for 2022 Roadway Improvement Program: increase of $44,880.94 to $594,312.38 (Z Brothers Concrete)
• Resolution to sell surplus 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe (VIN 1GNSKDEC0GR349010, 93,310 miles) via GovDeals

The Council approved the use of Open Space funds for parks maintenance, upkeep, and equipment for 2023. A proposed ordinance to amend land use regulations regarding the definition of "structure" was carried to be re-advertised after the Planning Board reviews it. The Council also passed several resolutions via a consent agenda regarding road improvements and property disposal.

• Approved use of Open Space funds for parks maintenance (5-0)
• Carried Ordinance 866-23 to be re-advertised following Planning Board review (5-0)
• Approved disposal of Borough-owned Chevrolet Tahoe via GovDeals (5-0)
• Approved $4,379.84 increase for Woman’s Club HVAC contract, totaling $10,487.84 (5-0)
• Approved $44,880.94 change order for 2022 roadway improvement program with Z. Brothers Concrete (5-0)
• Approved $12,103.60 decrease for 2021 Roadway Improvement Program with Fernandes Construction Inc. (5-0)
• Designated Borough Administrator/Clerk as Community Development Representative (5-0)

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Mayor and Council will introduce the 2023 municipal budget, totaling $12,065,000 in general appropriations, and two ordinances: one amending accessory structure regulations and another to exceed state budget caps by 1% ($94,102.44). They will also discuss the Brickwall in-pocket liquor license and vote on several resolutions, including a shared services agreement with Rumson and an employee assistance program contract.

• Introduction of 2023 budget: $12,065,000 total appropriations, $8,535,000 to be raised by taxes
• Ordinance 866-23: amends accessory structure rules (e.g., height, size, setbacks)
• Ordinance 867-23: establishes a cap bank to exceed budget limits by 1% ($94,102.44)
• Resolution: renew shared services with Rumson for construction code services (2023-2026)
• Resolution: contract with Quantum Health for employee assistance program (up to $4,800)

The Council introduced the 2023 Borough Budget and passed an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits. A three-year contract with Suburban Disposal was approved, and a shared services agreement with Rumson for construction services was renewed.

• Introduced 2023 Borough Budget (R-23-54)
• Approved Ordinance 867-23 to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Approved three-year contract with Suburban Disposal (4-3)
• Approved renewal of shared service agreement with Rumson for Uniform Construction Services (R-23-58)
• Approved contract with Quantum Health for Employee Assistance Program (R-23-60)
• Approved Ordinance 866-23 amending land use language from 'building' to 'structure'
• Approved MOU with NJ State Police Office of Emergency Management for disaster assistance (R-23-59)
• Authorized release of $825.00 in escrow funds for Block 23 Lot 2 (R-23-61)

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Borough Council is holding a special meeting that includes a training module on risk management presented by the Joint Insurance Fund. The agenda also includes routine items such as the Pledge of Allegiance, a moment of silence, roll call, and a public comment period. No formal decisions or proposals are listed.

• Joint Insurance Fund risk management training presentation
• Public comment period for citizens

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Mayor and Council will consider a consent agenda including payment of $1,581,846.77 in vouchers, approval of Christopher Faherty's membership in the volunteer fire department, and a $3,809.52 reimbursement to Alderbrook Condominium Association for snow plowing and street lighting. The meeting also includes reports from councilmembers, public comment, and a resolution to enter executive session for personnel and potential litigation matters.

• Payment of bills totaling $1,581,846.77, including $4,196,614.01 wire transfer to Monmouth County Treasurer
• Resolution approving Christopher Faherty's membership in Little Silver Volunteer Fire Department
• Resolution authorizing $3,809.52 reimbursement to Alderbrook Condominium Association for snow plowing and street lighting (2022)
• Resolution to enter executive session for personnel and potential litigation
• Road closure: Oceanport Avenue and Tinton Place closed 24 hours/day for 5 days starting March 20, 2023

The Council approved a consent agenda including a contract for technology software and a reimbursement for snow plowing and lighting. The body also recognized four local Eagle Scouts and approved membership for the Volunteer Fire Department.

• Approved $40,505 procurement of Edmunds GovTech for technology and software systems
• Approved $3,809.52 reimbursement to Alderbrook Condominium Association for 2022 snow plowing and street lighting
• Approved membership in the Little Silver Volunteer Fire Department
• Approved payment of bills
• Recognized John G. Clausing III, Mathias Lazewski, Brady Prunty, and Max Van De Graaf as Eagle Scouts
• Approved meeting minutes from January 5 and January 23, 2023

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Borough Council is meeting to consider routine resolutions, including a $40,505 contract with Edmunds GovTech for software modernization, a $3,809.52 reimbursement to Alderbrook Condominium Association, and approval of $1,581,846.77 in vouchers. The agenda also includes recognition of four Eagle Scouts and a resolution to enter executive session for personnel and litigation matters.

• Resolution to approve $40,505 Edmunds GovTech software contract for electronic requisitions, HR, and payroll
• Resolution to reimburse Alderbrook Condominium Association $3,809.52 for snow plowing and street lighting
• Resolution to approve Christopher Faherty's membership in the Little Silver Volunteer Fire Department
• Approval of $1,581,846.77 in vouchers including payroll and wire transfers
• Resolutions recognizing four Eagle Scouts: John Clausing III, Mathias Lazewski, Brady Prunty, Max Van De Graaf

Planning Board

The Little Silver Planning Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss several residential development applications, including fence, addition, and new construction projects that require variances from zoning rules. The board will also consider a time extension request and approve prior meeting minutes. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; items are presented for discussion and possible action.

• Amanda Haytaian, 463 Little Silver Point Road: fence, brick columns, and sloped wall in front yard (variances needed)
• Robert and Lauren Pohlman, 200 Rumson Road: two-story additions, driveway changes, and garage conversion (multiple variances)
• James & Vanessa McAllister, 56 South Sunnycrest Drive: screened porch, garage conversion, addition, driveway expansion (floor area ratio variance)
• Lamberto Builders, LLC, 41 Parker Avenue: demolish and rebuild single-family home (floor area ratio variance)
• Coastal General permit application for 670 Little Silver Point Road (NJDEP)

The Board approved home additions at 200 Rumson Road and a new single-family dwelling at 41 Parker Avenue. An application for a screened porch and addition at 56 South Sunnycrest Drive was denied without prejudice.

• Approved additions and driveway changes at 200 Rumson Road (Unanimous)
• Approved demolition and construction of a new home at 41 Parker Avenue (Unanimous)
• Denied application for 56 South Sunnycrest Drive without prejudice (7-0)
• Granted one-year extension of time for 322 Prospect Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved carrying application for 463 Little Silver Point Road to April 13, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 12 and February 2, 2023 meetings (Voice vote)

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Borough Council is holding a special meeting with a presentation by the Borough Engineer on potential improvements to Santelle Park and Sickles Park. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a public comment period, with no formal decisions or votes listed.

• Presentation by Borough Engineer on potential improvements to Santelle Park
• Presentation by Borough Engineer on potential improvements to Sickles Park
• Public comment period

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Borough Council is holding a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 865-23, which appropriates $200,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for various capital improvements and acquisitions, including IT infrastructure, computer hardware/software, and office furniture. The council will also consider several resolutions, including releasing escrow balances to homeowners and authorizing aerial mosquito control by Monmouth County. Committee reports and public comment are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 865-23: $200,000 appropriation for capital improvements and acquisitions
• Resolution to release escrow balances: Lupo $137.50, Clark $250, Herman $375, Anderson $400, Fitzgerald $250
• Resolution authorizing Monmouth County Mosquito Control aerial operations from April 1 to November 30, 2023
• Resolution endorsing Rutgers NJ Medical School accidental poisoning education
• Resolution authorizing payment of bills

Mayor & Council

The Council reviewed a draft 2023 budget of $11,775,000, which is approximately $600,000 less than the previous year. The CFO reported a proposed tax levy of $8,455,000 and an anticipated tax increase of about 4%. No formal votes were taken on the budget draft during this meeting.

• Reviewed draft 2023 budget of $11,775,000
• Proposed 2023 tax levy of $8,455,000

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Borough Council is holding a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 865-23, which appropriates $200,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for various capital improvements, including IT infrastructure, computer hardware/software, and office furniture. The council will also consider resolutions authorizing payments of $2.7 million in bills, releasing escrow balances for five homeowners, allowing aerial mosquito control, and approving energy-efficiency renovations to Borough Hall and the Women's Club through the NJNG Direct Install program.

• Ordinance 865-23: $200,000 for capital improvements from Capital Improvement Fund
• Resolution authorizing payment of bills totaling $2,707,389.06
• Resolution approving NJNG Direct Install renovations: Borough Hall ($168,638, borough cost $36,805) and Women's Center ($30,540, borough cost $6,108)
• Resolution releasing escrow balances for five homeowners (e.g., Joseph Lupo $137.50, Chris Clark $250.00)
• Resolution authorizing Monmouth County aerial mosquito control from April 1 to November 30, 2023

Mayor & Council

The Little Silver Borough Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 864-23 to dissolve the existing Board of Health and replace it with an advisory health board, with the Monmouth County Health Department providing services. The council will also consider a resolution adopting a temporary 2023 capital budget for technology upgrades and introduce Ordinance 865-23, which appropriates $200,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for various capital improvements. Several other resolutions are on the consent agenda, including police participation in the federal 1033 equipment program and a $1,000 transfer from water to natural gas accounts.

• Public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 864-23 to dissolve Board of Health and create advisory health board
• Resolution adopting temporary 2023 capital budget for technology upgrades
• Introduction of Ordinance 865-23 appropriating $200,000 for capital improvements
• Resolution authorizing police to acquire excess Department of Defense equipment via 1033 Program
• Resolution approving $1,000 transfer from water to natural gas account

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are presenting the 2023 Temporary Capital Budget and a 3-year Capital Improvement Program for planning purposes. The document lists $200,000 in planned funding for 'Various Capital Improvements and Acquisitions' in 2023, but it does not authorize any spending on its own. This is a planning document only; separate ordinances are required to actually raise or expend funds.

• $200,000.00 planned for Various Capital Improvements and Acquisitions in 2023
• 3-year Capital Improvement Program covering 2023-2025
• Funding source listed as Capital Improvement Fund
• No bond ordinances planned for this year
• Document is a planning tool, not a spending authorization

The Council approved an ordinance to replace the existing Board of Health with an Advisory Health Board. They also approved a temporary capital budget and an appropriation of $200,000 for technology upgrades. Several administrative resolutions were passed via a consent agenda.

• Approved ordinance to dissolve Board of Health and establish Advisory Health Board (6-0)
• Approved Temporary 2023 Capital Budget for technology upgrades (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance appropriating $200,000 from Capital Improvement Fund for improvements (6-0)
• Approved increases to Parks and Recreation activity registration fees (6-0)
• Approved updated Cash Management Plan (6-0)
• Appointed Acrisure as Insurance Bond Broker and State Health Insurance Consultant (6-0)
• Authorized participation in Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) for 2023 equipment (6-0)
• Approved $1,000 transfer from water to natural gas account (6-0)

Planning Board

The Little Silver Planning Board is meeting to review applications, including a variance request for a property at 463 Little Silver Point Road and a separate application for 56 South Sunnycrest Drive. The agenda includes minutes from a previous meeting and supporting documents for these applications.

• Variance plan for 463 Little Silver Point Road, including a sketch showing height of sloped wall
• Application for 56 South Sunnycrest Drive
• Approval of February 2, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Board adopted a resolution to deny an application for 23 Markham Place. The board also granted a one-year time extension for a property on Pine Drive and carried two other applications to the March meeting.

• Denied application for 23 Markham Place Block 36 Lot 27.01 (5-0)
• Approved one-year extension of time for 35 Pine Drive Block 44 Lot 24 (Unanimous voice vote)
• Carried application for 463 Little Silver Point Road to March 2, 2023 (Unanimous voice vote)
• Carried application for 56 South Sunnycrest Drive to March 2, 2023 (Unanimous voice vote)

Planning Board

The Little Silver Planning Board is meeting to review several site plans and zoning applications, including properties at 118 Silverton Avenue, 14 Alwin Terrace, 23 Markham Place, 124 Willow Drive, and 145 White Road. The agenda includes architectural and survey documents for these sites. Decisions or discussions will occur on these applications.

• 118 Silverton Ave: zoning architectural plans and survey with topography
• 14 Alwin Terrace (Block 83 Lot 8): application documents
• 23 Markham Place (Block 36 Lot 27.01): plans and survey showing proposed location of pillars
• Little Silver Board of Education: 124 Willow Drive application
• Rysers: 145 White Road application

The Planning Board conducted its annual reorganization and approved two residential construction applications and two sign replacements. The board denied a request for ornamental pillars at 23 Markham Place and approved a COAH Accessory Apartment Ordinance change as consistent with the Master Plan.

• Elected Paul Perfetto as Chairman, Dane Mihlon as Vice-Chairman, and Colleen Mayer as Secretary
• Appointed Gregory S. Blash as Engineer and Leckstein and Leckstein as Attorney
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule and designated official newspapers
• Approved sign replacements for Little Silver Board of Education and Ryser’s Landscape
• Granted one-year extension for 67 Woodbine Avenue
• Approved construction of new residence at 14 Alwin Terrace
• Denied variance for ornamental horse-topped pillars at 23 Markham Place
• Approved residential additions and renovations at 118 Silverton Avenue

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council of Little Silver are holding their annual organization meeting to set up the borough for 2023. They will elect a council president, appoint officials and committee members, and adopt a temporary budget of $3,978,875.62 to cover operations until the regular budget is passed. The agenda also includes routine resolutions on tax interest rates, bill payments, and meeting schedules.

• Temporary budget for 2023 totaling $3,978,875.62
• Grant application for $75,000 to install pickle-ball courts at Santelle Park
• Election of Kevin Brennan as Council President
• Appointments to boards, commissions, and borough official positions
• Tax interest rate set at 8% on first $1,500 delinquent, 18% above that

The Borough Council held its reorganization meeting to swear in new members and appoint leadership. Council approved a consent agenda containing 17 resolutions related to the 2023 budget, tax collection, and administrative designations. Mayor Neff also administered oaths of office to fire and EMS officers.

• Elected Kevin Brennan as Council President (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Budget for 2023 (R-3-23)
• Approved payment of bills and claims from December 29, 2022 (R-4-23)
• Approved submittal for a grant application (R-5-23)
• Approved designation of official newspapers (R-12-23)
• Approved cash management plan (R-16-23)
• Sworn in Council members Donald Galante and Douglas Christensen
• Sworn in officers for Fire Department, Fire Police, and EMS