Manville public meetings in 2022

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and final votes on two ordinances: one prohibiting sidewalk obstruction and another amending employee compensation rates. They will also consider resolutions to hire two police officers, appoint an acting clerk, approve $1,748,642.93 in vouchers, and set the 2023 holiday and meeting schedules. A closed session is scheduled for litigation and personnel matters.

• Ordinance #2022-1287: Prohibiting obstruction of sidewalks (public hearing and final reading)
• Ordinance #2022-1288: Amending maximum compensation rates, including $70 per game for basketball referees
• Resolution #2022-235: Hiring police officers Joseph Green and Michael Miszkiewicz at $48,118 annual salary
• Resolution #2022-233: Approval of vouchers totaling $1,748,642.93
• Resolution #2022-239: Budget transfers of $67,000, including $60,000 to Police S&W

The Mayor and Council appointed Borough Administrator GP Caminiti as Acting Clerk and hired two new police officers. The council also adopted two ordinances following public hearings and approved a voucher resolution.

• Appointed GP Caminiti as Acting Clerk effective December 5, 2022 (5-0)
• Appointed Joseph Green and Michael Miszkiewicz as Police Officers at an annual salary of $48,118.00 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-1287 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-1288 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-233 for Approval of Vouchers (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-241 to enter Executive Session for litigation and personnel matters (5-0)
• Approved motion to appoint Bill Stefany as Chaplain for the Manville Police Department (5-0)

2. Land Use Board

The Manville Joint Land Use Board will hold a regular meeting on December 8, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes, and several applications: a bulk variance continuation, a use and bulk variance, a zoning interpretation hearing, and a completeness hearing for a bifurcated use variance and preliminary major site plan. The board will also receive a communication from PSE&G regarding a freshwater wetlands permit extension.

• Richard Mazzariello, 1700 Roosevelt Avenue, Block 119 Lots 37 & 38, bulk variance (continuation)
• Michael Tafil, 1 South 10th Avenue, Block 78 Lots 29 & 30, use variance and bulk variance
• FX Holdings, LLC, 1702 North Street, Block 64 Lots 35-39, zoning interpretation for pre-existing non-conforming use
• Accord Properties, 440-450 South Main Street, Block 220 Lot 1, bifurcated use variance, bulk variance, preliminary major site plan
• PSE&G communication regarding application for extension of statewide freshwater wetlands general permits

The Board approved a residential build at 1700 Roosevelt Avenue, a new garage at 1 South 10th Avenue, and a non-conforming use interpretation for 1702 North Street. An application for a mixed-use development at 440-450 South Main Street was deemed incomplete.

• Approved bulk variance for single-family home at 1700 Roosevelt Avenue (4-0-3)
• Approved use and bulk variance for new garage at 1 South 10th Avenue (5-0-2)
• Approved interpretation of legal, pre-existing, non-conforming use for 1702 North Street (5-0-2)
• Deemed application for 440-450 South Main Street incomplete (5-0-2)
• Approved amended minutes from November 10, 2022 (4-0-3)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several ordinances, including adopting a rehabilitation and redevelopment plan for the South Main Street area, updating floodplain management regulations, and amending the traffic ordinance for parking restrictions on Harrison Avenue. They will also introduce new ordinances, including one prohibiting sidewalk obstruction and one adjusting maximum compensation rates. The meeting includes resolutions for voucher approvals, a sewer payment refund, accepting a monetary gift for safety initiatives, and hiring a part-time fire inspector.

• Ordinance #2022-1281: Adopts South Main Street Rehabilitation and Redevelopment Plan
• Ordinance #2022-1285: Adopts Floodplain Management Regulations, repealing Ordinance #2019-1215
• Ordinance #2022-1283: Restricts parking on Harrison Avenue North, 80 feet west of Kennedy Boulevard
• Ordinance #2022-1287: Prohibits obstruction of sidewalks (first reading)
• Resolution #2022-230: Authorizes acceptance of monetary gift to support safety initiatives

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting on November 14, 2022, introducing four ordinances, including a ban on obstructing sidewalks with fines up to $250 per day, and adopting floodplain management regulations. The council will also consider a consent agenda of resolutions covering grants, hires, and refunds, plus proclamations for Veteran's Day, No-Shave November, and a police officer's retirement.

• Ordinance #2022-1284 prohibits sidewalk obstruction, with $100 fine for second violation and $250/day for subsequent violations
• Ordinance #2022-1285 adopts floodplain management regulations, repealing Ordinance #2019-1215
• Ordinance #2022-1283 restricts parking on Harrison Avenue North, 80 feet west of Kennedy Boulevard
• Ordinance #2022-1286 amends traffic ordinance for snow emergency parking
• Resolution #2022-216 authorizes grant application for emergency siren system upgrades

2. Land Use Board

The Manville Joint Land Use Board is holding a regular meeting to consider a bulk variance application for property at 1700 Roosevelt Avenue, and to discuss a resolution accepting Mayor & Council Ordinance #2022-1281. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes, and an executive session on pending litigation.

• Bulk variance application by Richard Mazzariello for 1700 Roosevelt Avenue (Block 119, Lots 37 & 38)
• Resolution accepting Mayor & Council Ordinance #2022-1281
• Executive session on pending litigation
• Approval of minutes from September 15, 2022 regular meeting

The Board determined that Ordinance #2022-1281, the Rehabilitation Plan for South Main Street, is not inconsistent with the Master Plan. An application for a bulk variance at 1700 Roosevelt Avenue was deemed complete but continued to a future meeting.

• Approved Minutes of the September 15, 2022 meeting (4-0-2)
• Deemed bulk variance application for 1700 Roosevelt Avenue complete (6-0-0)
• Continued 1700 Roosevelt Avenue application to December 8
• Approved Resolution finding Ordinance #2022-1281 (South Main Street Rehabilitation Plan) not inconsistent with the Master Plan (6-0-0)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold a special virtual meeting to consider three resolutions: appointing a part-time electrical sub-code official, approving a $27,200 change order for a sidewalk improvement project, and expressing support for a state flood disclosure bill. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Resolution #2022-210: Appoint Basil Figlione as Part-Time Electrical Sub-Code Official at $55/hour, up to 25 hours/week, effective Oct 25, 2022.
• Resolution #2022-211: Approve $27,200 change order to Nava Construction, LLC contract for 2020-2021 CDBG Sidewalk Improvements, increasing total to $156,442.
• Resolution #2022-212: Urge swift passage of S-3110, requiring flood risk disclosure to home buyers and renters.
• Sidewalk work locations: Washington & West Camplain at Manville Library, and near Louis & North 9th Avenue.

The Mayor and Council adopted three resolutions during a special meeting. Actions included hiring a part-time electrical official, authorizing a contract change order for sidewalk improvements, and urging the state legislature to pass a flood disclosure bill.

• Approved hiring Basil Figlione as Part-Time Electrical Sub Code Official at $55.00 per hour (4-0)
• Approved $27,200 change order for Nava Construction, LLC for 2020-2021 CBDG Sidewalk Improvements (4-0)
• Approved resolution urging the swift passage of S-3110 regarding flood risk notifications for property buyers and renters (4-0)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance to ban vehicles over four tons from Roosevelt Avenue between South Main Street and South 21st Avenue. The council will also vote on a $2.2 million voucher approval and a resolution supporting a dog park, along with several other resolutions and proclamations.

• Ordinance #2022-1282: Restrict vehicles over 4 tons from Roosevelt Ave (South Main St to South 21st Ave)
• Resolution #2022-197: Approve $2,197,421.21 in vouchers
• Resolution #2022-198: Support for Borough of Manville Dog Park
• Resolution #2022-206: Grant submission to NJ State Police for ALPR (automated license plate readers)
• Proclamations: Fire Prevention Week 2022 and Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2022

The Manville Mayor and Council adopted an ordinance restricting trucks over four tons from Roosevelt Avenue, approved a resolution supporting a new dog park in the Lost Valley section, and authorized the search for two police officers. They also approved over $2.1 million in vouchers, accepted grants for reforestation and license plate readers, and granted property tax exemptions to two disabled veterans. The meeting included proclamations for Fire Prevention Week and Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

• Adopted Ordinance #2022-1282 restricting trucks over 4 tons on Roosevelt Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-198 supporting a dog park on Manville Avenue in Lost Valley (4-0)
• Authorized search for two police officers via Resolution #2022-209 (consent)
• Approved $2,197,421.21 in vouchers via Resolution #2022-197 (4-0)
• Accepted $10,000 NJ American Water Environmental Grant for reforestation (consent)
• Authorized grant application for Automated License Plate Readers (consent)
• Granted 100% property tax exemption to disabled veteran at 57 Richard Avenue (consent)
• Granted 50% property tax exemption to disabled veteran at 510 North Street (consent)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and final votes on two ordinances: one requiring a floodplain development permit application for all development in Flood Zone AE, and another adopting an anti-nepotism policy as required by the state for transitional aid municipalities. They will also introduce an ordinance to ban trucks over four tons from Roosevelt Avenue. The meeting includes approval of vouchers totaling $258,897.54 and several consent resolutions, including liquor license renewals and a sidewalk improvement bid award.

• Ordinance #2022-1279: Floodplain development permit required for Flood Zone AE applications
• Ordinance #2022-1280: Anti-nepotism policy adoption as NJDCA requirement for $600,000 state aid
• Ordinance #2022-1282: Truck ban over 4 tons on Roosevelt Avenue from South Main St to South 21st Ave
• Resolution #2022-194: Award bid for 2020-2021 CDBG sidewalk improvements to Nava Construction
• Resolution #2022-186: Approval of vouchers totaling $258,897.54

The council adopted an anti-nepotism ordinance required by the NJ Department of Community Affairs as a condition of receiving $600,000 in Transitional Aid for 2022. It also adopted a flood-plain permit ordinance to comply with FEMA requirements and introduced a traffic ordinance restricting trucks over four tons on Roosevelt Avenue. Several resolutions were approved, including extending tax and sewer payment deadlines, authorizing an electronic tax sale, renewing liquor licenses, awarding a sidewalk improvement contract, and appointing part-time housing inspectors.

• Adopted Ordinance #2022-1279 amending land-use code to require flood plain development permit applications in Flood Zone AE (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-1280 establishing an anti-nepotism policy as required by NJDCA-LGS Memorandum of Understanding (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance #2022-1282 to restrict vehicles over four tons GRVW on Roosevelt Avenue (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-186 approving vouchers totaling $258,897.54 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-187 extending third-quarter 2022 tax payment grace period to October 12, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-188 extending sewer bill due date to October 12, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-189 authorizing electronic tax sale for unpaid 2021 taxes on December 21, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-194 awarding $128,742 sidewalk improvement contract to Nava Construction (6-0)

2. Land Use Board

The Manville Joint Land Use Board is holding a regular meeting. The main item is a completeness hearing for a preliminary major site plan application by Accord Properties for 420-440 South Main Street, which also requests use and bulk variances. The board will also take public comment on general land use matters and approve the minutes from the August 11 meeting.

• Application #2022-2: Accord Properties, LLC, preliminary major site plan, use variance, bulk variance for 420-440 South Main Street (Block 220, Lot 1)
• Public comment on general land use matters
• Approval of minutes from August 11, 2022 regular meeting

The Board deemed a preliminary major site plan application for 420-440 South Main Street incomplete due to unresolved review items. It also voted to deny a use variance application for a property on Kennedy Boulevard and adopted a resolution memorializing the denial.

• Deemed Application #2022-2 (Accord Properties, 420-440 South Main Street) incomplete (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Denied Application #2019-12 (Kontos, Kennedy Boulevard) for a use variance (3-0, 4 abstentions)
• Adopted resolution memorializing denial of Application #2019-12 (3-0, 4 abstentions)
• Approved minutes of August 11, 2022 regular meeting (6-0, 1 abstention)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting on September 12, 2022, with several ordinances up for first reading and introduction. These include requiring a floodplain development permit for applications in Flood Zone AE, adopting an anti-nepotism policy as a condition of state aid, and adopting a rehabilitation and redevelopment plan for the South Main Street area. The council will also consider resolutions, including extending August 2022 tax payments and hiring part-time staff, and will hear a block party permit request.

• Ordinance #2022-1279: Requires floodplain development permit application for all development in Flood Zone AE
• Ordinance #2022-1280: Adopts anti-nepotism policy as required by NJDCA for Transitional Aid Municipality (received $600,000 in state aid)
• Ordinance #2022-1281: Adopts South Main Street Rehabilitation and Redevelopment Plan
• Resolution #2022-180: Extends August 2022 tax payments
• Resolution #2022-184: Authorizes Fire Dept. vehicle to county auction

The council introduced three ordinances on first reading: a flood plain development permit requirement, an anti-nepotism policy required by the NJ DCA as a condition of $600,000 in Transitional Aid, and a rehabilitation plan for the South Main Street area. The council also approved $2.55 million in vouchers, extended the third-quarter tax grace period to September 21, hired a part-time electrical sub code official at $49/hour, raised crossing guard pay to $20/hour, and authorized a 1997 fire department trailer for county auction. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Introduced Ordinance #2022-1279 requiring flood plain development permit for Flood Zone AE applications (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance #2022-1280 adopting anti-nepotism policy as condition of $600K state aid (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance #2022-1281 adopting South Main Street rehabilitation plan (6-0)
• Approved $2,554,751.88 in vouchers via Resolution #2022-179 (6-0)
• Extended third-quarter 2022 tax grace period to September 21 via Resolution #2022-180 (6-0)
• Hired Barry Wilbur as part-time electrical sub code official at $49/hour, up to 10 hrs/week (6-0)
• Raised crossing guard hourly rate to $20.00 via Resolution #2022-182 (6-0)
• Authorized auction of 1997 Surrey Trailer fire department vehicle via Resolution #2022-184 (6-0)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2022 municipal budget of $14,830,432.75, which includes raising $8,604,148.30 through taxation. They will also approve a list of vouchers totaling $2,373,135.78 and consider a consent agenda of 14 resolutions covering shared services, contracts, and property matters. The meeting includes proclamations for two Eagle Scouts and a closed session for potential litigation and land acquisition.

• Adoption of 2022 budget: $14,830,432.75 total appropriations, $8,604,148.30 raised by taxation
• Approval of vouchers totaling $2,373,135.78 across all funds
• Shared service agreement with Somerset County Board of Health (Resolution #2022-161)
• Resolution opposing proposed increases to State Health Benefits Program (#2022-172)
• Authorization to abate and lien nuisance properties (#2022-174)

The Manville Mayor and Council adopted the 2022 municipal budget of $14,830,432.75, with $8,604,148.30 to be raised by taxation. Mayor Onderko noted the borough tax rate decreased from 2.957% to 2.616%, and that transition aid cannot be used to lower the 2022 tax rate but will go into budget reserves for 2023. The council also approved a series of resolutions, including a shared services agreement for public health services, a contract amendment for solid waste disposal, and the hiring of a full-time Recreation Director.

• Adopted 2022 budget of $14,830,432.75 (6-0)
• Approved $2,373,135.78 in vouchers (6-0)
• Approved 3-year shared services agreement with Somerset County Health Dept. (6-0)
• Amended solid waste contract with InterState Waste, not to exceed $1,212,320 (6-0)
• Hired Stephanie Cornelson as Full-Time Recreation Director at $70,000/yr (6-0)
• Appointed Dave Myers as Part-Time UCC Sub Code Official at $49/hr (6-0)
• Authorized abatement and lien on nuisance property at 405 Washington Ave. (6-0)
• Approved 50% pool pass discount for borough employees (6-0)

2. Land Use Board

The Manville Joint Land Use Board is holding a regular meeting to consider a resolution for Application #2022-1 by National Retail Resources for the Marketplace at Manville, a major site plan with a bulk variance. The board will also approve minutes from the July 14 meeting and take public comment on general land use matters.

• Application #2022-1: National Retail Resources, 20-180 North Main Street, Marketplace at Manville, Block 311, Lots 1.02, 1.03 (via easement), Preliminary Major Site Plan, Final Site Plan, Bulk Variance
• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2022 regular meeting
• Public comment on general land use matters

The Manville Land Use Board approved the minutes of the July 14, 2022 meeting and memorialized a resolution for Application #2022-1 by National Retail Resources for the Marketplace at Manville (20-180 North Main Street), covering a preliminary major site plan, final site plan, and bulk variance for a Taco Bell. The board also discussed recruiting new members and noted that the Open Container Law is not mandatory for the borough. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of July 14, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Memorialized resolution for Taco Bell site plan (6-0, 1 abstention)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council is holding a special virtual meeting to consider Resolution #2022-157, which authorizes amendments to the 2022 municipal budget. The resolution adjusts anticipated revenues and appropriations, including changes to surplus, state aid, FEMA funds, and police salary allocations. The public is invited to attend via Zoom.

• Resolution #2022-157: Amendment to 2022 budget, reducing amount raised by taxes by $999,879.39
• Adds $600,000 in Transitional Aid and $250,000 in FEMA revenue
• Increases American Rescue Plan revenue loss funds from $529,675.22 to $866,515.14
• Reduces police salary and wages from $2,690,324.78 to $2,353,484.86, offset by ARP funds
• Eliminates $800,000 in Hurricane Ida other expenses

The Manville Borough Council unanimously adopted Resolution #2022-157, amending the 2022 budget to incorporate $600,000 in transitional aid and other revenue adjustments, reducing the amount to be raised by taxes by $999,879.39. The amendment also reallocates funds, including using American Rescue Plan funds for police salaries and removing Hurricane Ida-related appropriations. The public portion included questions from residents about the aid and budget changes.

• Adopted Resolution #2022-157 amending the 2022 budget (unanimous)
• Reduced amount to be raised by taxes by $999,879.39
• Added $600,000 in transitional aid to anticipated revenues
• Increased American Rescue Plan revenue loss funds by $336,839.92
• Removed $800,000 in Hurricane Ida other expenses from appropriations
• Transferred $336,839.92 in police salary costs to ARP funds

2. Land Use Board

The Manville Joint Land Use Board is holding a regular meeting with public comment, minutes approval, and three applications: a hearing for Whispering Woods (Application #2019-12), a preliminary and final major site plan with bulk variance for the Marketplace at Manville (Application #2022-1), and a conditional use application for 257 North Main Street (Application #2022-3). The board will also take public comment on general land use matters.

• Application #2019-12: Georgios D. & Eirini B. Kontos, Kennedy Boulevard, Block 212, Lot 23, Whispering Woods hearing
• Application #2022-1: National Retail Resources, 20-180 North Main Street, Marketplace at Manville, Block 311, Lots 1.02, 1.03, Preliminary Major Site Plan, Final Site Plan, Bulk Variance
• Application #2022-3: Rosendo Espinosa, 257 North Main Street, Block 37, Lot 6, Conditional Use Application
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2022 regular meeting

The Board approved a settlement resolution for the Kontos Whispering Woods application, allowing two multi-family dwellings with a reduced height, despite public opposition. It also approved the preliminary and final site plan for the Marketplace at Manville with conditions, and deemed a pool hall application incomplete.

• Approved Kontos application settlement (1-3, 1 abstention)
• Approved Marketplace at Manville site plan (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Deemed pool hall application incomplete (unanimous)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance setting uniform 4-foot setbacks for accessory buildings in residential zones. They will also approve roughly $884,454 in vouchers and consider several resolutions, including grant applications for road improvements and a bid threshold increase.

• Ordinance #2022-1278: sets 4-foot setbacks for accessory structures from lot lines and buildings in residential zones
• Resolution #2022-147: approves $884,454.46 in vouchers, including $652,334 for school taxes
• Resolution #2022-148: NJDOT grant application for North 13th Ave improvements
• Resolution #2022-149: NJDOT grant application for Knopf St improvements
• Resolution #2022-151: increases bid threshold from $40,000 to $44,000

The Manville Mayor and Council adopted Ordinance #2022-1278, amending the Borough Land Use Code to establish uniform 4-foot setback requirements for accessory structures in residential zones. The council also approved a series of resolutions, including a $884,454.46 voucher payment, grant applications for road improvements, and a contract for solid waste disposal. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Adopted Ordinance #2022-1278 establishing 4-foot setbacks for accessory structures (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-147 for voucher payments totaling $884,454.46 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-148 to apply for NJDOT grant for North 13th Ave. improvements (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-149 to apply for NJDOT grant for Knopf Street Improvements Phase 3 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-150 to purchase office furniture for $47,768.71 from Hartman Office Furniture (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-151 increasing bid threshold from $40,000 to $44,000 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-155 awarding solid waste disposal contract to I.W.S. Transfer Systems (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-156 authorizing participation in Somerset County Improvement Authority pooled loan program (6-0)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with a first reading of an ordinance to establish uniform 4-foot setback requirements for accessory structures in residential zones. The agenda also includes approval of vouchers totaling $987,274.41, several liquor license renewals, and various appointments and permits.

• Ordinance #2022-1278: Amends land use code to require accessory buildings be at least 4 feet from lot lines and principal buildings
• Resolution #2022-131: Approves vouchers totaling $987,274.41
• Liquor license renewals for Veterans of Manville, Legion Home of Manville, Apak Liquor (Cyburts), Kohinoor Mahal, Boulderdash, and Pegajoso (NorthSide)
• Resolution #2022-135: Re-appointment of Tax Assessor G. Sopko
• New business: vendor license for Rachid Aboujaoude, facilities permits for Blue Mountain Mennonite Fellowship and Schenck, massage license for Royal 8 Spa

The Manville Mayor and Council introduced Ordinance #2022-1278, which would amend the Land Use Code to establish uniform 4-foot setback requirements for accessory structures in residential zones. The council also approved a series of resolutions, including hiring two part-time employees, reappointing the tax assessor, and renewing multiple liquor licenses. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Introduced Ordinance #2022-1278 to set 4-foot setbacks for accessory structures (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-131, paying $987,274.41 in vouchers (6-0)
• Repealed Resolution #2022-128, the prior liquor license renewal for Veterans of Manville (6-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 liquor license renewals for Veterans of Manville, Legion Home, Apak Liquors, Kohinoor Mahal, Boulderdash, Northside, Drewby's, and T. Trojanowski (6-0)
• Reappointed George Sopko as Borough Tax Assessor with tenure (6-0)
• Hired James Paterno as part-time Police Records Administrator at $25/hour (6-0)
• Hired Annely Gomez as Technical Assistant at $60,036/year (6-0)
• Approved contract with Appraisal Systems, Inc. for reassessment inspections at $24.50 per line item (6-0)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council met to conduct a 2022 budget hearing and review several resolutions. The agenda included proclamations for LGBTQ+ Pride Month and Juneteenth, as well as the approval of numerous liquor license renewals and municipal vouchers.

• 2022 Budget Hearing
• Approval of vouchers totaling $2,802,543.52
• Authorization of NJ DCA Local Recreation Improvement Grant Agreement
• Renewal of liquor licenses for Boscia Liquors, Reading Cinemas, Pizza N Pasta, Extra Pint, Manville Pizza, and Veterans of Manville
• Proclamation declaring June 2020 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month

The Manville Mayor and Council held a budget hearing and adopted multiple resolutions, including approving $2,802,543.52 in vouchers and authorizing a $4,260 annual subscription to the Go Gov emergency notification app. The meeting was interrupted by internet pirates and recessed, resuming on June 15. Councilwoman Maeder expressed concerns about the Go Gov app, but it was approved 5-0.

• Approved $2,802,543.52 in vouchers (Resolution #2022-114) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions #2022-115 through #2022-118 and #2022-120 through #2022-129 by consent (5-0)
• Approved $4,260 Go Gov app subscription for resident emergency notifications (Resolution #2022-119) (5-0)
• Authorized $50,000 grant agreement for Papawick Park improvements (Resolution #2022-115)
• Hired Danielle Stashek as temporary part-time Technical Assistant at $44/hour (Resolution #2022-116)
• Hired five temporary seasonal lifeguards for Recreation Department (Resolution #2022-117)
• Authorized tax collector to release lien redemptions for five properties (Resolution #2022-118)
• Authorized abatement and lien on nuisance property at 104 South 18th Ave. (Resolution #2022-120)

2. Land Use Board

The Manville Joint Land Use Board is holding a regular meeting with public comment, approval of minutes, and two applications. The first is a hearing for a property on Kennedy Boulevard, and the second is a preliminary and final site plan with a bulk variance for the Marketplace at Manville on North Main Street. The board will also discuss a communication from PSE&G regarding a wetlands permit.

• Application #2019-12: Georgios D. & Eirini B. Kontos, Kennedy Boulevard, Block 212, Lot 23, Whispering Woods hearing
• Application #2022-1: National Retail Resources, 20-180 North Main Street, Marketplace at Manville, Block 311, Lots 1.02, 1.03, Preliminary Major Site Plan, Final Site Plan, Bulk Variance
• Communication from PSE&G regarding wetlands permit
• Approval of minutes from May 5, 2022 regular meeting

The Land Use Board heard testimony on a proposed 2,470-square-foot Taco Bell at the Marketplace at Manville but did not vote on approval. The application was carried to the July 14 meeting after the Borough Engineer raised concerns about missing flood hazard information and pending DEP rule changes. The board also dismissed the Belej application without prejudice and approved the May 5, 2022 minutes.

• Approved minutes of May 5, 2022 regular meeting (7-0)
• Dismissed Belej application without prejudice (all present in favor)
• Carried Kontos application #2019-12 to July 14 meeting
• Carried Taco Bell application #2022-1 to July 14 meeting without final approval

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council is holding an emergency virtual meeting on June 3, 2022. They will vote on two resolutions: one to apply for transitional aid from the State of New Jersey, and another to abate and apply special charges for nuisance properties. They will also discuss summer hours for Borough Hall. The public is invited to participate via Zoom.

• Resolution #2022-112: Authorization to Apply for Transitional Aid from State of NJ
• Resolution #2022-113: Authorization to Abate and Apply Special Charge for Nuisance Properties
• Discussion of Summer Hours for Borough Hall

The Manville Borough Council held a special meeting via Zoom and adopted two resolutions. Resolution #2022-112 authorizes the borough to apply for Transitional Aid from the State of New Jersey. Resolution #2022-113 authorizes the abatement of nuisances (e.g., overgrown grass, rodent harborage) at ten listed properties and places the costs as liens on those properties. The council also moved a discussion on Borough Hall summer hours to the Policy, Planning, Personnel Committee for review.

• Adopted Resolution #2022-112 to apply for Transitional Aid (4-0, with 2 absent)
• Adopted Resolution #2022-113 to authorize abatement and liens on nuisance properties (5-0, with 1 absent)
• Moved discussion of Borough Hall summer hours to Policy, Planning, Personnel Committee (5-0, with 1 absent)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting, primarily acting on a batch of resolutions. These include approving $630,623.15 in vouchers across multiple funds, promoting a police officer to sergeant, and authorizing several administrative items such as hiring seasonal recreation employees and observing Juneteenth as a holiday. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month and a request from Sacred Heart to hold a summer festival with a street closure.

• Resolution #2022-103: Approval of vouchers totaling $630,623.15 across current, capital, sewer, escrow, and recreation funds
• Resolution #2022-104: Promotion of Police Officer Christopher Morrison to Sergeant
• Resolution #2022-108: Authorization to observe Juneteenth as a holiday for Borough Hall and DPW employees
• Resolution #2022-109: Authorization to hire temporary seasonal recreation employees
• Communication: Sacred Heart requests permission for annual Summer Festival and closure of Msgr. Krysztofik Lane, July 27-30, 2022

The Manville Borough Council approved the promotion of Police Officer Christopher Morrison to Sergeant, effective May 23, 2022, at an annual salary of $143,727. The council also approved a batch of resolutions, including $630,623.15 in vouchers, seasonal recreation hires, a nuisance property abatement and lien list, and continued participation in Somerset County's Urban County Consortium. All votes were 4-0 with two members absent.

• Approved Resolution #2022-103: $630,623.15 in vouchers (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-104: Promoted Police Officer Christopher Morrison to Sergeant at $143,727/yr (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-105: Additional $9,500 for Van Cleef Engineering for curb program (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-106: Authorized DMHAS Youth Leadership Grant application for $3,702.50 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-107: Amended road closure for Welcome Back event rain date (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-108: Observed Juneteenth as Borough holiday on June 20, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-109: Hired temporary seasonal recreation employees (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-110: Authorized abatement and liens on 11 nuisance properties (4-0)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will introduce the 2022 budget and hold public hearings on several ordinances. The agenda also includes proclamations for various appreciation weeks and a request for a town-wide yard sale.

• Introduction of the 2022 Budget
• Ordinance #2022-1275: Amending maximum compensation rates for seasonal employees, including $40/hour for Camp Directors
• Ordinance #2022-1276: Creating new expiration limits for Land Development final approvals
• Ordinance #2022-1277: Amending rental housing registration and inspection rules
• Resolution #2022-100: Authorization to close Colorado Ave. for a recreation community event

The Manville Mayor and Council introduced the 2022 municipal budget, which includes a property tax rate decrease of 9.04% and a public hearing set for June 13. They also adopted three ordinances: one setting seasonal employee pay rates, one establishing time limits for land use approvals, and one creating a rental registration grace period for properties affected by Tropical Storm Ida. Additionally, they approved a $19,183 sound system purchase for Borough Hall and authorized hiring seasonal recreation employees.

• Introduced 2022 municipal budget (5-0, Maeder absent)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-1275 setting seasonal employee pay rates (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-1276 establishing time limits for final site plan/subdivision approvals (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-1277 creating rental registration grace period through July 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved $3,462,273.69 in vouchers (Resolution #2022-97) (5-0)
• Authorized abatement and liens on 8 nuisance properties (Resolution #2022-99) (5-0)
• Approved $19,183 purchase of audio sound system for Borough Hall (Resolution #2022-102) (5-0)
• Hired 6 temporary seasonal recreation employees (Resolution #2022-101) (5-0)

2. Land Use Board

The Manville Joint Land Use Board is holding its regular meeting to vote on a bulk variance resolution, hear applications for variances and a site plan, and discuss upcoming hearings. The agenda includes a resolution for Joseph Drzewiecki at 104 Louise Drive, a hearing for the Kontos application on Kennedy Boulevard, and a carried-over variance for Zdenko Belej at 330 Jasinski Avenue. The board will also address a completeness hearing for the Marketplace at Manville site plan application.

• Resolution for Joseph Drzewiecki #2021-7, 104 Louise Drive, Block 317 Lot 19, bulk variance
• Hearing for Georgios D. & Eirini B. Kontos #2019-12, Kennedy Boulevard, Block 212 Lot 23, Whispering Woods
• Zdenko Belej #2021-6, 330 Jasinski Avenue, Block 194 Lots 4, 5, 6, bulk variance (carried from November 9th)
• Upcoming completeness hearing for National Retail Resources #2022-1, 20-180 North Main Street, Marketplace at Manville, Block 311 Lots 1.02, 1.03, preliminary major site plan, final site plan, bulk variance

The Board approved Resolution #2021-7 granting a bulk variance to Joseph Drzewiecki for 104 Louise Drive. The Board also deemed complete the application for a Taco Bell at the Marketplace at Manville, and carried the Kontos application to June for additional renderings. Public comment was moved to the start of meetings.

• Adopted Resolution #2021-7, bulk variance for Joseph Drzewiecki, 104 Louise Drive (8-0, Camacho abstained)
• Deemed complete application #2022-1 for National Retail Resources, Taco Bell at Marketplace at Manville (8-0, Gorbatuk abstained)
• Carried Kontos application #2019-12 to June 9 meeting for renderings
• Moved public comment portion to beginning of meetings (unanimous)

1. Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council met to discuss several ordinance readings, including updates to employee compensation and land development rules. The agenda also included appointments for municipal officers and a proposed fee increase for summer pool badges.

• Ordinance #2022-1275: Updates maximum pay for seasonal employees, such as $40/hour for Camp Directors
• Ordinance #2022-1276: Establishes a two-year expiration for final land use approvals unless construction begins
• Ordinance #2022-1277: Amends rental housing registration, inspection, and permit rules
• Resolution #2022-94: Appointment of J. Thompson as Temporary Seasonal DPW Employee
• Resolution #2022-95: Authorization to increase Recreation Summer Pool Badge Fee

The Manville Mayor and Council introduced three ordinances on first reading: one amending employee compensation rates for temporary seasonal staff, one creating time limits for land use final approvals, and one amending rental housing registration rules with a grace period tied to Tropical Storm Ida. The Council also approved $323,283.84 in vouchers and several appointments, including a Zoning and Property Maintenance Officer and a Fire Sub Code Official. All votes were 5-0 with Councilman Petrock absent.

• Introduced Ordinance #2022-1275 amending seasonal employee pay rates (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance #2022-1276 setting 2-year expiration for final land use approvals (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance #2022-1277 creating rental registration grace period through July 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-91 paying $323,283.84 in vouchers (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-92 hiring Shelly McGregor as Zoning Officer at $44/hr (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-93 hiring Charles Klena as Fire Sub Code Official at $40/hr (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-94 hiring Jason Thompson as seasonal DPW employee at $15/hr (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-95 raising pool badge fee to $60 for ages 4-59 (5-0)

1. Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are reviewing ordinances to increase the 2022 budget appropriation limit to a 3.5% cap and to abolish the Fire Superintendent position. The agenda also includes several seasonal hiring authorizations and the approval of various municipal vouchers.

• Ordinance #2022-1273: Increase 2022 budget cap to 3.5%, amounting to $381,469.98
• Ordinance #2022-1274: Abolish Fire Superintendent position and transfer duties to Fire Chiefs
• Resolution #2022-80: Approval of vouchers totaling $1,983,759.27
• Appointment of Joe Gullia to the Shade Tree Commission
• Authorization for various seasonal hires including DPW, Recreation, and Pool Director

The Manville Mayor and Council adopted two ordinances: one to exceed the municipal budget appropriation limits by 3.5% for the 2022 budget, and another to abolish the Fire Superintendent position and transfer duties to the Borough Fire Chiefs. The council also approved a series of resolutions including hiring seasonal employees, extending vacation time rollover, and authorizing pursuit of additional municipal aid. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Adopted Ordinance #2022-1273 to exceed budget cap by 3.5% for 2022 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #2022-1274 abolishing Fire Superintendent position (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-80 for vouchers totaling $1,983,759.27 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-81 hiring Dylan Bauman as seasonal DPW employee at $15/hr (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-82 hiring seasonal recreation employees (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-83 hiring Elizabeth Roche as Pool Director for $11,000 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-86 extending vacation day rollover to Dec 31, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2022-90 authorizing pursuit of additional municipal aid (6-0)

2. Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board will review an application for a bulk variance at 104 Louise Drive. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 13, 2022, reorganization meeting.

• Bulk Variance application for Joseph Drzewiecki at 104 Louise Drive (Block 317, Lot 19)

The Manville Land Use Board approved a bulk variance for Joseph Drzewiecki at 104 Louise Drive to build porch steps encroaching 3.68 feet into the required setback, with the engineer confirming impervious coverage remains under the 35% maximum. The board also voted to recommend an ordinance to the Mayor and Council that would limit site plan construction to two years, with up to three extensions possible. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:07 p.m.

• Approved bulk variance for porch steps at 104 Louise Drive (8-0)
• Recommended two-year site plan construction limit ordinance to Mayor and Council (8-0)
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2022 reorganization meeting (8-0)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, considering two ordinances: one to exceed the state budget cap by 3.5% for 2022, and another to abolish the Fire Superintendent position and transfer duties to Fire Chiefs. They will also vote on a $124,201.48 voucher approval and several appointments, and discuss a Farmers Market and Memorial Day parade request.

• Ordinance #2022-1273: 3.5% budget cap increase for 2022, $381,469.98 total increase, $108,991.42 over the 2.5% cap
• Ordinance #2022-1274: Abolish Fire Superintendent position, transfer duties to Fire Chiefs
• Resolution #2022-75: Approval of vouchers totaling $124,201.48
• Appointments: Part-Time Fire Marshal (R. Connolly), Part-Time Construction Code Official (LaGuarina), Full-time Administrative Asst. (L. Solarice), two DPW seasonal employees
• Proclamation: World Autism Awareness Day 2022 (April 2)

1. Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are reviewing several resolutions, including a grant application for a municipal parking lot at 336 S. Main St. The council is also considering the hiring of a part-time temporary Records Clerk to organize records following remediation.

• Authorization to apply for a Community Development Block Grant for a parking lot at 33．6 S. Main St.
• Hiring Pattie Zamorski as a part-time temporary Records Clerk at $25.00 per hour
• Approval of vouchers totaling $375,011.94 across multiple municipal accounts
• Authorization for Community Development Block Grant for ARC of Somerset County
• Appointment of Sergeant Ryan Steier as Office of Emergency Management Deputy Director

The Manville Mayor and Council approved Resolution #2022-68 for $375,011.94 in vouchers and adopted Resolutions #2022-69 through #2022-73 by consent, including hiring Pattie Zamorski as a part-time temporary records clerk at $25/hour, authorizing a CDBG grant application for a parking lot at 336 South Main Street, endorsing an ARC of Somerset County grant application, designating the borough as a Stigma-Free Community, and urging passage of S-330 to restore energy tax receipts. The council also entered closed session to discuss litigation involving Brooks Townhouses, LLC, with no action taken afterward.

• Approved $375,011.94 in vouchers (Resolution #2022-68) (6-0)
• Hired Pattie Zamorski as part-time temporary records clerk at $25/hour, up to 20 hours/week (Resolution #2022-69)
• Authorized CDBG grant application for municipal parking lot at 336 South Main Street (Resolution #2022-70)
• Endorsed ARC of Somerset County CDBG application for subsidized childcare (Resolution #2022-71)
• Designated Manville as a Stigma-Free Community (Resolution #2022-72)
• Urged swift passage of S-330 to restore energy tax receipts (Resolution #2022-73)
• Held closed session for litigation discussion (Brooks Townhouses, LLC); no action taken

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will meet via Zoom to consider several resolutions, including the approval of vouchers totaling $1,476,312.78. The agenda also includes proclamations for Women's History Month, American Red Cross Month, and Girl Scout Day.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,476,312.78 across current, sewer, and lien accounts
• Authorization to hire temporary seasonal employees for Recreation
• Renewal of liquor license for Boulderdash, LLC
• Waiver of March 1% late fee for dog license renewals
• Proclamations for Women's History Month, American Red Cross Month, and Girl Scout Day

The Manville Borough Council approved $1,476,312.78 in vouchers and adopted six resolutions, including authorizing abatement of nuisances at 283-285 South Main St., renewing a pocket liquor license for Boulderdash LLC, waiving late fees for dog license renewals, hiring three temporary basketball referees, and authorizing a job search for a part-time administrative assistant. All votes were 5-0 with Councilwoman Maeder absent. The meeting also included proclamations for Women's History Month, American Red Cross Month, and Girl Scout Day.

• Approved $1,476,312.78 in vouchers (5-0)
• Authorized nuisance abatement and lien at 283-285 South Main St. (5-0)
• Renewed liquor license for Boulderdash LLC (5-0)
• Waived $5 late fee for dog license renewals Mar 2-Apr 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Hired 3 temporary basketball referees at $50/game (5-0)
• Authorized job search for part-time administrative assistant/floater (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 14, Feb 17, and Feb 22 meetings (5-0)

1. Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are meeting to rescind a previous contract award and authorize a new bid for Borough Hall construction and restoration. This project follows flood damages caused by Hurricane Ida and includes work on drywall, insulation, flooring, and plumbing.

• Resolution #2022-61: Awarding a $274,000.00 contract to Hahr Construction for Borough Hall restoration

The Manville Mayor and Council held a special emergency meeting on February 22, 2022, via Zoom, and unanimously adopted Resolution #2022-61. This resolution rescinds the previous bid award to T/A Carpentry of Nutley, NJ, due to the bidder's inability to perform at the submitted cost, and awards the 2022 Borough Hall construction/restoration contract to Hahr Construction of North Plainfield, NJ, as the second lowest responsible bidder, with a total bid amount of $274,000. The project includes replacement drywall, insulation, flooring, plumbing fixtures, and other finishes, and is contingent on Hahr Construction submitting all required documents within 30 days. The public portion was opened and closed with no speakers, and the meeting adjourned at approximately 6:02 p.m.

• Adopted Resolution #2022-61 to rescind the bid award to T/A Carpentry of Nutley, NJ.
• Awarded the 2022 Borough Hall construction/restoration contract to Hahr Construction of North Plainfield, NJ, for $274,000.
• Opened and closed the public portion with no speakers.
• Adjourned the meeting at approximately 6:02 p.m.

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council are holding a special emergency meeting via Zoom to consider two resolutions: one authorizing the emergency meeting itself, and another addressing the interim organization of the Manville Police Department. The public is invited to participate. Formal action may be taken.

• Resolution #2022-59: Authorization to call Emergency Meeting
• Resolution #2022-60: Emergent Resolution re Interim Organization of the Manville Police Department

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Borough Council is holding a regular meeting via Zoom to consider a consent agenda of 22 resolutions, including professional service agreements, appointments, and equipment auctions, plus a separate resolution approving $1,984,685.19 in vouchers. The meeting also includes proclamations for Black History Month and American Heart Month, and public comment periods.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,984,685.19
• Professional service agreements for tax attorney, appraiser, auditor, IT consultant, engineer, planner, and surveyor
• Appointment of Municipal Court Judge Francisco Taddeo
• Agreement with Christ the Redeemer Parish for snow event parking lot use
• Resolution requesting state action on Millstone River Basin flooding

The Manville Mayor and Council approved $1,984,685.19 in vouchers and adopted resolutions authorizing professional service agreements for risk management, tax attorney, appraiser, auditor, IT consultant, engineer, planner, surveyor, and bond counsel. They also appointed Francesco Taddeo as Municipal Court Judge, rescinded a liquor license renewal for Boulderdash, LLC, and approved hiring Stephanie Cornelson as Part-Time Recreation Director. The meeting was held via Zoom.

• Approved Resolution #2022-35 for vouchers totaling $1,984,685.19.
• Adopted Resolutions #2022-36 through #2022-57 by consent, including professional service agreements and appointments.
• Appointed Francesco Taddeo as Municipal Court Judge for a three-year term expiring 12/31/2024.
• Rescinded Resolution #2021-146 and the renewal of Liquor License #1811-33-023-006 for Boulderdash, LLC.
• Authorized hiring Stephanie Cornelson as Part-Time Recreation Director at $30.00/hour, up to 25 hours/week, effective February 15, 2022.
• Authorized the Chief of Police to administer a Sergeant's exam and to conduct a job search for a part-time administrative assistant.
• Approved agreements with Christ the Redeemer Parish for snow parking and with Somerset County for commodity resale and police officer use.
• Approved a resolution requesting the State of New Jersey to pursue regional solutions to flooding in the Millstone River Basin.

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider resolutions, including approval of $1,971,813.73 in vouchers across multiple funds and several professional service agreements. The agenda also includes appointments to committees and a public portion for resident input.

• Resolution #2022-23: Approval of vouchers totaling $1,971,813.73
• Resolution #2022-24: Change order for Manville Library Generator Project
• Resolution #2022-25: 2022 Recycling Agreement with Somerset County
• Resolutions #2022-26 to #2022-32: Professional service agreements for attorney, labor attorney, redevelopment attorney, flood hazard mitigation, flood CRS consultant, floodplain management consultant, and bond counsel
• Resolution #2022-33: Authorization to hire temporary building inspector

The Manville Mayor and Council approved a consent agenda of resolutions including $1,971,813.73 in vouchers, a $5,159.44 change order for the library generator, and multiple professional service agreements for 2022 (borough attorney, labor attorney, redevelopment attorney, flood consultants, bond counsel). They also hired a temporary building inspector and authorized a property tax refund. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved $1,971,813.73 in vouchers (6-0)
• Approved $5,159.44 change order for library generator (6-0)
• Approved $83,650 flat fee for Borough Attorney Maciag Law (6-0)
• Approved $10,000 cap for Labor Attorney Whittlesey (6-0)
• Approved $15,000 cap for Redevelopment Attorney Ventura Miesowitz (6-0)
• Approved flood consultant contracts up to $64,200 total (6-0)
• Hired Vince Geraldi as temporary building inspector at $40/hr (6-0)
• Authorized $143.79 property tax refund to Poncic (6-0)

2. Land Use Board

The Joint Land Use Board is holding its annual reorganization meeting to swear in new members, elect officers (chairperson, vice-chairperson, attorney, secretary), adopt the 2022 meeting calendar and by-laws, and approve minutes from December 7, 2021. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive land-use decisions listed.

• Oath of office for new members: Councilman Branden Agans (Class 3, Term 2022), Matthew Brown (Class 4, Term 2025), Gilbert Lorenzo (Class 4, Term 2025), Bob Kojko (Alternate #1, Term 2022)
• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Board Attorney, and Board Secretary for 2022
• Adoption of 2022 meeting calendar (monthly meetings at 6:30 p.m. from February 3 to December 8)
• Motion to adopt the By-Laws of the Joint Land Use Board
• Approval of minutes from the Regular Meeting of December 7, 2021

The Manville Joint Land Use Board held its reorganization meeting, swearing in new members and unanimously electing James Powers as Chairperson and Amanda Gorbatuk as Vice Chairperson. The board adopted resolutions setting the 2022 meeting schedule, appointing board professionals, and designating official newspapers. No substantive land-use applications were discussed.

• Elected James Powers as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Amanda Gorbatuk as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed Nancy Kagan as Board Secretary (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #2022-1 setting 2022 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #2022-2 appointing Savo, Schalk, Corsini, Gillespie, O’Grodnick & Fisher as Board Attorney and Van Cleef Engineering Associates as Engineer/Planning Consultant (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #2022-3 designating Courier News and Star Ledger as official newspapers (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council will consider four consent resolutions, including awarding a $228,238 contract to T&A Carpentry for Borough Hall restoration due to Hurricane Ida flood damage. They will also approve a new fire department member, appoint representatives to the Community Development Block Grant Committee, and authorize tax collector lien redemptions. The meeting includes proclamations for National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, plus approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Resolution #2022-20: Award contract to T&A Carpentry for $228,238 for Borough Hall repairs (lowest of six bids)
• Resolution #2022-19: Tax Collector lien redemptions totaling $1,112.43 for three properties
• Resolution #2022-21: Approve Brian Gonzalez as Manville Fire Department member
• Resolution #2022-22: Appoint GP Caminiti and Richard Onderko to Community Development Committee
• Proclamations for National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

The Manville Mayor and Council approved four resolutions by consent, including awarding a $228,238 contract to T&A Carpentry for Borough Hall restoration due to Hurricane Ida flood damage. They also approved a new fire department member, appointed representatives to the Community Development Committee, and authorized tax collector lien adjustments. The meeting was held via Zoom and included proclamations for National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

• Approved Resolution #2022-19 authorizing tax collector lien redemptions for three properties
• Awarded $228,238 bid to T&A Carpentry for 2022 Borough Hall construction (Resolution #2022-20)
• Approved Brian Gonzalez as a member of the Manville Fire Department (Resolution #2022-21)
• Appointed GP Caminiti and Richard Onderko as CDBG representatives (Resolution #2022-22)
• Approved minutes of December 13, 2021 regular meeting and December 22, 2021 special meeting

1. Mayor & Council

The Manville Mayor and Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting, where newly elected Councilman Branden Agans and Councilwoman Barbara Madak will be acknowledged after taking their oaths. The council will vote on adopting procedural rules, nominate a council president, and make appointments to various boards, committees, and professional positions for 2022. They will also vote on a series of consent resolutions covering financial matters, department heads, and hiring.

• Oath of office for Councilman Branden Agans and Councilwoman Barbara Madak
• Adoption of New Jersey State Statutes and Robert's Rules, 11th Edition
• Appointments for Joint Land Use, Board of Health, Solid Waste Advisory, and other committees
• Resolution #2022-18: Authorization to hire police officers J. Albis and C. Ciempola
• Resolution #2022-13: Temporary budget appropriations

The Manville Borough Council held its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in newly elected members and appointing council leadership and liaisons for 2022. The council unanimously approved a series of resolutions, including the temporary budget, professional appointments, and the hiring of two police officers. The meeting was largely procedural, with no public comment or substantive policy debates.

• Councilman Lukac elected Council President for 2022 (unanimous)
• Councilman Agans appointed Council Liaison to Joint Land Use Board (unanimous)
• Councilwoman Maeder appointed Council Liaison to Board of Health (unanimous)
• Mayor Onderko appointed to Solid Waste Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Professional appointments approved, including Borough Attorney Thaddeus R. Maciag (unanimous)
• Resolution #2022-13: Temporary budget appropriations of $3,946,700 for general fund and $471,000 for sewer utility approved (unanimous)
• Resolution #2022-18: Two police officers hired at $45,000 salary each (unanimous)
• Resolution #2022-17: DPW laborer salary amended to $23.97/hour per union agreement (unanimous)