Long Branch public meetings in 2022

Housing Authority

The Long Branch Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to approve November 2022 bills, adopt 2023 Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Housing Choice Voucher program, and consider several contract renewals for plumbing, fire safety, and snow removal. The board will also authorize the purchase of tickets to a Martin Luther King Jr. dinner and enter a closed session.

• Resolution 12-01-2022: Approve list of bills for November 2022 and authorize expenditures
• Resolution 12-02-2022: Adopt 2023 Small Area Fair Market Rents for Housing Choice Voucher program
• Resolution 12-03-2022: Renew on-call plumbing services contract up to $40,000/year
• Resolution 12-04-2022: Renew fire protection systems contract with Fire Security Technologies up to $80,286/year
• Resolution 12-06-2022: Authorize on-call snow removal services at Garfield Court and John R. Lewis Commons up to $50,000/year

Environmental Commission

The Long Branch Environmental Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes a guest presentation on CAFRA, a report on the Orsted Ocean Wind LLC coastal general permit application, and planning discussions for the coming year, including succession planning and meeting dates. The meeting is largely procedural, with routine approvals and member updates.

• Guest Nick Graviano to discuss CAFRA
• Orsted Ocean Wind LLC coastal general permit application available for review
• Discussion of EC plans and goals for next year
• Secretary election
• Suggested 2024 meeting dates

The commission approved the meeting dates for 2024 and the minutes from the November 21st meeting. Members discussed ongoing projects including the Bike Trail data collection and the Urban Forestry Plan Update.

• Approved November 21st meeting minutes
• Approved 2024 meeting dates
• Deferred Secretary Election

City Council

The Long Branch City Council will hold a workshop and regular meeting on December 28, 2022. The agenda includes three ordinances for consideration: a third-party payroll services contract, acquisition of the Oliver Byron property, and a multi-purpose bond ordinance. A list of resolutions (R-299-22 through R-323-22) is also scheduled for action.

• O-29-22: Third-party payroll services ordinance (Chapter 70)
• O-27-22: Oliver Byron property acquisition
• O-28-22: Multi-purpose bond ordinance
• Certified resolution list R-299-22 through R-323-22

City Council

The provided documents consist of a meeting packet, minutes, and workshop notes. The agenda includes ordinances regarding Mark Drive and a list of certified resolutions.

• Ordinance O-26-22 regarding Mark Drive
• Certified Resolution List R-280-22 through R-298-22

LB Green Team

This meeting has no published agenda; only minutes are referenced for review. The body is not deciding or discussing any listed items.

The Green Team discussed the Green Business Recognition Program and potential joint events with other towns. No decisions were reached regarding the formation of a Green Fair sub-team. The team reported receiving a $740 grant from the Monmouth County Historical Society.

• Reported $740 grant from Monmouth County Historical Society for 7 Presidents Historic Trail

City Council

The Long Branch City Council is meeting to adopt an amended ordinance setting beach rates (O-25-22) and to consider a list of resolutions (R-271-22 through R-279-22). The agenda includes workshop and regular session minutes, but no other substantive items are detailed.

• Adoption of amended beach rates ordinance O-25-22
• Certified resolution list R-271-22 through R-279-22

Environmental Commission

The Long Branch Environmental Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear liaison reports, and discuss current business, including how to spend its budget. Proposed uses include rain barrels, signage, clearing Ross Island, and planting trees in environmental justice areas. The commission will also discuss future plans and succession planning for the chair.

• Approval of Oct 17 meeting minutes
• Budget spending options: rain barrels for Fire Dept or DPW, signage for Ross Lake and Dunes, clearing Ross Island, tree planting in EJ areas
• Tree planting proposal at Joline and Florence
• Sustainable Jersey certification update
• Joint meetings with Green Team planned for April and October

The Commission approved a request to investigate purchasing four cement tables with benches and one handicapped table for Jackson Woods. Members received updates on Sustainable Jersey certification and the status of local brownfield restoration.

• Approved Oct 17th meeting minutes
• Approved investigation into purchasing 4 cement tables with benches and 1 handicapped table for Jackson Woods

Housing Authority

This is a procedural agenda for the Long Branch Housing Authority meeting on November 21, 2022. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific action items, discussions, or decisions described.

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a workshop and regular session. The agenda includes a packet of resolutions numbered R-260-22 through R-270-22, but no specific items are described in the provided text.

• Resolution list R-260-22 through R-270-22

City Council

The City Council is adopting an ordinance to increase beach rates (O-24-22) and considering a list of resolutions (R-252-22 through R-259-22). The agenda includes regular and workshop meeting minutes.

• Adoption of ordinance O-24-22 increasing beach rates
• Certified resolution list R-252-22 through R-259-22

Environmental Commission

The Long Branch Environmental Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and discuss how to spend its budget. They will consider funding rain barrels for the Fire Dept or DPW, signage for ecological restoration sites, clearing Ross Island, and planting trees in environmental justice areas. A special report from the NJ DEP Environmental Justice Coordinator will be given.

• Budget discussion: rain barrels for Fire Dept or DPW, signage for Ross Lake, Dunes, Jackson woods, clearing Ross Island, tree planting in EJ areas
• Special report by Anna Maria Penaherrera, NJ DEP Environmental Justice Coordinator, on upcoming Community Engagement Session Nov 10
• Update on Sustainable Jersey certification and Urban Forestry Grant for tree inventory
• Clean Ocean Action beach sweeps Oct 22 at Avenel Ave, Long Branch
• ANJEC award to Nan Simon and Kathy Buchan

Housing Authority

This is a procedural agenda for the Long Branch Housing Authority meeting on October 17, 2022. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no substantive items for decision or discussion.

• Agenda document (LBHA AGENDA 10172022.PDF)
• Meeting materials document (MEETING OF OCTOBER 17 2022.PDF)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review ordinances and resolutions. The agenda includes the adoption of an ordinance regarding a donation from RWJ Barnabas Health.

• Adoption of Ordinance O-23-22 regarding a donation from RWJ Barnabas Health
• Review of Certified Resolution List R-239-22 through R-251-22

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review resolutions and ordinances. The primary action includes the adoption of a deed for an open space easement at Lake Takanassee.

• Adoption of Ordinance O-22-22 regarding Deed of Open Space Easement - Lake Takanassee
• Review of Resolutions R-230-22 through R-238-22

Environmental Commission

The Long Branch Environmental Commission is meeting to approve July minutes, hear liaison reports, and discuss current business including member updates on grants and Long Branch Day. New business includes budget and spending, a Green Team update, and the city's response to the spotted lanternfly. The agenda also lists public comment and upcoming training opportunities.

• Approval of July 18th meeting minutes
• Discussion of ERI and Bike Grant (Rich)
• Discussion of Urban Forestry Grant (Faith)
• Budget and spending discussion
• Long Branch response to Spotted Lanternfly

Housing Authority

The Long Branch Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to review the FY 2021 audit report and consider a series of resolutions. These include approving contracts for legal, electrical, vehicle maintenance, painting, and security services, as well as a lease for the Adam 'Bucky' James Community Center. The board will also vote on several community sponsorships and event ticket purchases funded by non-federal dollars.

• Resolution 09-04-2022: contract for general legal services up to $65,000
• Resolution 09-05-2022: renew on-call electrical services up to $25,000/year
• Resolution 09-06-2022: renew on-call vehicle maintenance up to $30,000/year
• Resolution 09-07-2022: on-call painting services up to $40,000/year
• Resolution 09-09-2022: lease with City of Long Branch for Adam 'Bucky' James Community Center

City Council

The provided agenda contains links to various city documents including ordinances and resolutions. The specific details of the discussion items are contained within the linked PDF files.

• Ordinance O-21-22 regarding handicap parking at 127 Liberty Street

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review ordinances regarding parking restrictions. The agenda includes the adoption of two specific parking ordinances and a list of certified resolutions.

• Ordinance O-20-22: No parking anytime on Seaview Ave
• Ordinance O-19-22: No parking from North Bath Ave to Nip Tuck
• Certified Resolution List R-213-22 through R-218-22

City Council

The City Council met to adopt several ordinances regarding capital improvements, beach regulations, and open space easements. The meeting also included a certified resolution list.

• Capital ordinance for Senior Citizen Center improvements
• Amendment to Chapter 116 Beach Rules and Regulations
• Deed of Open Space Easement for BL 434 LT 1.01 and BL 444 LT 5.01
• Resolution list R-202-22 through R-212-22

City Council

The provided document contains only a list of file names for the July 20, 2022, meeting packet and does not include specific agenda items or discussion topics.

Environmental Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Long Branch Environmental Commission approved the June 20 meeting minutes with Jess abstaining. They discussed bike safety improvements, open space planning, and a submitted urban forestry grant application. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy decisions; most items were informational or action items for follow-up.

• Approved June 20 meeting minutes (Jess abstaining)
• Confirmed grant application submitted with Faith
• Requested standing EC agenda item at Planning Board meetings for open space updates
• Discussed bike safety improvements including signage and lane work on Ocean Ave and Ocean Blvd
• Noted open space concerns and city acquisition of two/three sites
• Submitted NJ Urban Forestry Grant application
• Discussed Planning Board application PB 22-I (Park Avenue Synagogue) with comments to be sent later
• Agreed to continue Zoom meetings for now

City Council

The provided agenda consists of links to a meeting packet, workshop minutes, and regular meeting minutes. No specific discussion items or decision points are listed in the text.

• Certified Resolution List R-163-22 through R-193-22

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review ordinances and resolutions. A primary item on the agenda is the sale of property located at 279 Third Ave to Third Clinton LLC and Third Hudson LLC.

• Sale of property at 279 Third Ave to Third Clinton LLC and Third Hudson LLC (O-14-22)
• Review of resolutions R-151-22 through R-162-22

Environmental Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes for any prior actions or discussions.

The Long Branch Environmental Commission voted not to participate in Oceanfest and discussed several grants, including a tree inventory grant and a bike trail grant. The commission also considered joining the Planning Board and addressed park maintenance concerns, but no final decisions were made on those items.

• Approved May 16 meeting minutes
• Voted not to participate in Oceanfest
• Discussed tree inventory grant resolution for July 6
• Discussed bike trail grant status

City Council

The agenda consists of procedural items, including the review of meeting minutes and a list of certified resolutions R-126-22 through R-133-22. No specific project details or discussion topics are provided in the agenda text.

• Review of certified resolutions R-126-22 through R-133-22

Environmental Commission

The commission will review updates on the Long Branch Forestry Plan and progress on the Green Business Recognition program. Members will also discuss an initiative for a plastic, styrofoam, balloon, and straw free Oceanfest.

• Long Branch Forestry Plan section reviews
• Tree Ordinance update
• Community Choice Energy Aggregation ordinance progress report
• NJNG Brownfield progress report
• Planning Board applications for 117 Conover Place and 390 Ocean Ave

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review ordinances and resolutions. A primary item on the agenda is a proposal regarding dog access to Jackson Woods Park.

• Ordinance O-10-22: Allowing dogs in Jackson Woods Park
• Resolutions R-111-22 through R-125-22

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review ordinances and resolutions. The agenda includes a specific item regarding handicap parking at 100 Matilda. The meeting also covers a list of certified resolutions from R-104-22 through R-110-22.

• Ordinance O-8-22 regarding handicap parking at 100 Matilda
• Certified Resolution List R-104-22 through R-110-22

Environmental Commission

The Long Branch Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss current business including a proposed plastic ban, updates on tree and invasive species ordinances, and the disposition of the Long Branch Ave brownfield. They will also hear new business items like composting, Truax Park planting requests, and an energy aggregation program. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and liaison reports.

• Plastic Ban discussion with guest Stan Dzuiba
• Tree Ordinance and Invasive species ordinance progress updates
• Long Branch Ave Brownfield disposition
• Truax Park planting requests discussion
• Energy Aggregation Program discussion

The Environmental Commission voted to ask the Mayor to have all proposed site plans sent to the EC for review, focusing on stormwater, pedestrian/bike safety, tree conservation, and planting. The commission also discussed the newly passed tree ordinance, which targets larger developments, and plans to draft an addendum for smaller properties. No other formal decisions were made; several items were tabled or assigned as action items.

• Approved March 21 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted to request all proposed site plans for EC review (motion by Annette, seconded by Rich, Richie Lee abstained)
• Approved Green Business Recognition program outreach to three businesses (6 in favor, 2 abstained)
• Tabled Truax Park report and Energy Aggregation Program discussion for next month

LB Green Team

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Long Branch Green Team met and approved the March minutes. They discussed Sustainable Jersey actions, including a planned Shredding Day and updates to the Sneaker Recycling program. The team decided to set aside the Climate Action Plan for now, and noted that the City Council passed the Tree Ordinance as is, with a working group expected to consider changes.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Set aside Climate Action Plan for later consideration
• Agreed to update Sneaker Recycling flyer to note proceeds benefit Jackson Woods
• Noted City Council passed Tree Ordinance as is; working group expected
• Agreed to add EV vehicle plan and water bottle refilling stations to review list
• Scheduled next meeting for May 12

City Council

The provided agenda includes documents for a regular meeting and a workshop. It contains an ordinance regarding tree preservation and a certified resolution list.

• Tree Preservation Ordinance (O-7-22)
• Certified Resolution List 86-22-103-22

City Council

This is a routine city council meeting agenda. The council will review the meeting packet, approve minutes from previous regular and workshop sessions, and consider a certified list of resolutions (76-22 through 85-22). No specific policy items or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of regular meeting minutes from 03-23-22
• Approval of workshop meeting minutes from 03-23-22
• Certified resolution list 76-22 through 85-22

Housing Authority

This is a procedural agenda for the Long Branch Housing Authority meeting on March 21, 2022. The agenda lists only the agenda document and meeting materials, with no specific items for discussion or decision.

Environmental Commission

The Long Branch Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the tree and invasive species ordinances, a proposal for NJ Tree Recovery, and potential grant submissions including an ANJEC grant. They will also review the Environmental Resource Inventory, the Sustainable Land Use Pledge, and the Green Business Recognition program. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Update on Tree Ordinance and Invasive species ordinance progress
• NJ Tree Recovery proposal attached to agenda
• Invasive species removal at Elinor Ave, dates March 26 and April 10
• ANJEC grant submission discussion
• April 9 tree planting in Jackson Woods

The Long Branch Environmental Commission approved the NJ Tree Recovery proposal for 500 seedlings to be given away in April, and approved a single Salem Oak seedling request. The commission also discussed updates on the Environmental Resource Inventory, tree and invasive species ordinances, and various grant opportunities, but no other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved NJ Tree Recovery proposal for 500 seedlings (acclamation)
• Approved Salem Oak seedling request (1) for Jackson Woods planting
• Approved Jan 24th meeting minutes (acclamation)

Planning Board

The Long Branch Planning Board is holding an electronic public meeting. The main item is an application by West End LB Development, LLC to demolish existing residential structures and build a new mixed-use building with 1,380 sq. ft. of commercial space and 26 residential units. The board will also consider a resolution related to a prior application by 981 Beachfront, LLC.

• PB 21-L: West End LB Development, LLC — demolition of existing homes for new mixed-use building (1,380 sq. ft. commercial, 26 residential units) on Blocks 91/92, Lots 6.02, 7, and 7
• PB 18-I: 981 Beachfront, LLC — resolution on Block 29, Lots 7 and 8

City Council

The provided document consists of a list of file names for an agenda and minutes but does not contain any substantive text or descriptions of business. No specific ordinances, resolutions, or projects are detailed in the record.

Environmental Commission

The Long Branch Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving January minutes, receiving liaison reports, and updates on the Environmental Resource Inventory, tree and invasive species ordinances, and the Sustainable Land Use Pledge. They will also consider a NJ Tree Recovery proposal, an ANJEC grant submission, and plan invasive species removal workdays. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of Jan 24 meeting minutes, including Complete Streets Resolution and Policy Guide
• Update on Environmental Resource Inventory (ERI)
• Progress on Tree Ordinance and Invasive Species Ordinance
• NJ Tree Recovery proposal attached to agenda
• Invasive species removal at Elinor Ave on March 26 and April 10

City Council

The City Council meeting includes discussions on amending pool complex fees and hours, implementing early voting, and reallocating authorizations within a multi-purpose bond ordinance.

• Amendment to Chapter 117 regarding pool complex fees and hours
• Ordinance regarding early voting
• Amendment to Multi Purpose Bond Ordinance 24-14 to reallocate authorizations

LB Green Team

There is no agenda available for this meeting of the Long Branch Green Team. The record directs readers to review the meeting minutes instead.

The Long Branch Green Team approved January minutes, endorsed a resolution to preserve local stormwater ordinance enhancements, and discussed multiple initiatives including a Sustainable Jersey liaison, a Complete Streets grant application, and a Green Business Recognition program. No formal votes were recorded; decisions were made by consensus.

• Approved January meeting minutes
• Endorsed stormwater management resolution to retain local ordinance enhancements
• Scheduled initial meeting with new Sustainable Jersey liaison Ricky Thompson
• Agreed to apply for DOT grant for Complete Streets consultant
• Continued Got Sneakers recycling program at Atlantic Ave and Library
• Planned Green Business Recognition presentation to Environmental Commission on Feb 28
• Submitted Audubon grant for $1,500 for Wood Duck habitat
• Agreed to support invasive species removal grant for Jackson Woods

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss updates to pool complex fees and hours. The body is also reviewing a bond ordinance reallocation and a residential parking program amendment.

• Ordinance O-04-22: Amending Chapter 117 pool complex fees and hours
• Ordinance O-5-22: Amending Multi Purpose Bond Ordinance 24-14 to reallocate authorizations
• Ordinance O-3-22: Amending 325-24.1 Residential Parking Program

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt and introduce ordinances regarding traffic control and property. The session includes a residential parking program amendment and a property transfer for a Torah Center.

• Adoption of O-1-22-4: Four-way stop intersection at Springdale and Summer/Winter
• Adoption of O-02-22: Torah Center property transfer
• Introduction of O-3-22: Amendment to 325-24.1 Residential Parking Program

Environmental Commission

The Long Branch Environmental Commission is meeting to approve December minutes, receive liaison reports, and discuss current business including updates on the Environmental Resource Inventory (ERI), progress on tree and invasive species ordinances, and NJ Tree Recovery program details. New business includes spring events, invasive species removal at Elinor Ave, and commission bylaws. The agenda is largely procedural with updates and planning discussions.

• Update on Tree Ordinance and Invasive species ordinance progress
• NJ Tree Recovery program: tree giveaway, application, and distribution; seeding distribution April 4-29 at NJ Forest Service Nursery in Jackson
• Invasive species removal at Elinor Ave
• Environmental Resource Inventory (ERI) update and publicity plans
• Sustainable Land Use Pledge discussion

The Long Branch Environmental Commission approved the December meeting minutes and discussed several ongoing initiatives. The tree ordinance is progressing through council and will be voted on Feb 9, while the invasive species ordinance is still being drafted. The commission also planned a tree seedling giveaway for April and discussed a Complete Streets resolution, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved December 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Tree ordinance to be voted on by council Feb 9
• Planned tree seedling distribution April 4-29
• Scheduled invasive species removal event at Elinor Ave
• Tabled NJNG brownfields solar panel project
• Tabled Sustainable Land Use Pledge discussion

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss two pending ordinances. The session includes reviews of a property transfer and a traffic change.

• Ordinance O-02-22 regarding a Torah Center property transfer
• Ordinance O-1-22 regarding a 4-way stop intersection at Springdale Summer and Winter