Medford Lakes public meetings in 2024

Planning Board

The Medford Lakes Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider Resolution PBR12-2024, a use variance application for apartments (Siciliano). The board will also discuss a draft ordinance banning parking in front yards and regulating recreational vehicles, and review RFPs for professional services for 2025 (engineer, attorney, planner). Other items include approval of minutes and a bill list.

• PBR12-2024 (Siciliano) – Use Variance for Apartment(s)
• Draft Ordinance 717 – Adding Chapter 170 'Parking in Front Yards' and amending Chapter 145-56 on recreational vehicles
• 2025 Professional RFPs: PBR13-2024 (Engineer), PBR14-2024 (Attorney), PBR15-2024 (Planner)
• PBR16-2024 (2025 Annual Meeting Notice)
• Bill list: $150 for professional services (Kingsbury, Esq.) re Appeal #PBA12-2024 (Siciliano)

The Medford Lakes Planning Board approved Resolution #12-2024 granting a variance for two residential apartment units above a commercial use on Block 10035.01, Lot 3.02. The board also adopted updated variance application forms, awarded professional services contracts for engineer, attorney, and planner, and set the 2025 meeting schedule. Discussion on Ordinance 717 (parking in front yards) was tabled until final wording is available.

• Approved Resolution #12-2024 granting variance for two apartment units above commercial use (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Variance Application with minor changes (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on Ordinance 717 (parking in front yards) until wording finalized (unanimous)
• Awarded engineer contract to Environmental Resolutions Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded attorney contract to Robert E. Kingsbury, Esq. (unanimous)
• Awarded planner contract to Alaimo Group (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved bill list of $150 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will introduce an ordinance regarding parking in front yards and recreational vehicles. The body is also deciding on several professional service contracts for 2025 and two project change orders.

• Ordinance 717: Proposed rules for parking in front yards and recreational vehicles
• Resolution 126-24: Collection System Lining Improvement Project increase of $16,526.25 to $482,345.00
• Resolution 130-24: 2022 Road Improvement Program increase of $14,997.48 to $537,297.48
• Resolution 133-24: Shared services agreement with Shamong Township for municipal court services
• Resolution 146-24: Shared service agreement with Burlington County for snow removal

The Borough Council introduced Ordinance 717 on first reading, which would prohibit parking vehicles, campers, trailers, or boats in front yards except in driveways, with a second reading and public hearing scheduled for January 8, 2025. The Council also approved numerous resolutions, including professional service contracts for 2025, a shared services agreement with Shamong Township for municipal court services, and a snow removal agreement with Burlington County. All votes were unanimous among the three members present (Mayor Fields, Deputy Mayor O'Neill, Councilman Yowell), with Councilmen Cranston and Bailey absent.

• Introduced Ordinance 717 banning front-yard parking (first reading)
• Approved $16,526.25 change order for sewer lining project (3-0)
• Approved $14,997.48 change order for road improvement program (3-0)
• Reappointed Peter C. Lange Jr. as Municipal Court Judge for 3-year term (3-0)
• Reappointed Lisa D. Hess as CFO for 4-year term (3-0)
• Approved shared services agreement with Shamong for municipal court (3-0)
• Approved $199,150 in budget transfers for 2024 (3-0)
• Awarded 2025 professional contracts: auditor, solicitor, bond counsel, etc. (3-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review applications for a shed and an apartment use variance. The board is also discussing a draft ordinance regarding parking in front yards and recreational vehicles.

• Application #H010-2024 (SCHULMANN) for a shed
• Application PBA12-2024 (SICILIANO) for an apartment use variance
• Resolution PBR 11-2024 (BRADDISH) regarding Lake Side Setback
• Draft Ordinance 717 concerning parking in front yards and recreational vehicles
• $150 payment for professional services to Kingsbury, Esq. for Appeal #PBA 07-2024

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council will consider several resolutions at its regular meeting, including authorizing a contract for an E-ONE fire pumper through a cooperative purchasing agreement (Resolution 119-24). The council will also vote on adopting the 2024 Burlington County Hazard Mitigation Plan (Resolution 118-24), rejecting all bids for the 2025 wastewater lab analysis contract (Resolution 124-24), and authorizing purchases and refunds. Additionally, the council will review the CY2024 Municipal Best Practices Inventory and receive a report on a $233,420 NJ DOT Municipal Aid Program award for Hiawatha Trail Phase II.

• Resolution 119-24: Authorize contract for an E-ONE fire pumper through Houston-Galveston Area Council cooperative
• Resolution 118-24: Adopt the 2024 Burlington County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution 124-24: Reject all bids for the 2025 wastewater lab analysis contract
• Resolution 122-24: Authorize state contract purchase of a 2025 Ford 450 for the Department of Public Works
• NJ DOT FY2025 Municipal Aid Program Award of $233,420 for Hiawatha Trail Phase II

Historic Commission

The Historic Commission approved a shed application (H010-2024) from Mr. Schulmann for a 12x8 ft shed with a 4 ft porch, half-log rustic cedar stain, and shakewood roof, but noted it requires a Planning Board waiver; the applicant will re-present on November 21. The Commission also discussed updating Chapters 138 and 145 of the Borough code to add sections on sheds, fences, railings, soffits, and metal roofs, but tabled further discussion until full attendance.

• Approved shed application H010-2024 (Schulmann) for 12x8 ft shed with 4 ft porch, half-log rustic cedar stain, shakewood roof
• Application requires Planning Board waiver; applicant to re-present on November 21, 2024
• Commission discussed adding code sections on sheds, fences, solar panels (not allowed to regulate), railings, soffits, and metal roof percentage
• Review of Chapters 138 and 145 tabled until full attendance

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council will hold a regular meeting with no ordinances on the agenda. The main action is a resolution authorizing an emergency procurement. The council will also recognize the retirement of Millie Linett via proclamation and receive various communications, including a special event permit for the Turkey Trot 5k and a notification about a South Jersey Gas pipeline replacement project.

• Resolution 117-24 authorizing an emergency procurement
• Proclamation for the retirement of Millie Linett
• Special Event #17-2024 – Medford Lakes Turkey Trot 5k (David Nimmer)
• South Jersey Gas – Pipeline Replacement Project Notification
• Certification of the Table of Equalized Valuations

Planning Board

The Medford Lakes Planning Board will elect a chairman, then consider two pending applications (one withdrawn) and vote on resolutions for lot coverage and building coverage variances. The board will also discuss a draft variance application and review a bill list for professional services.

• Chairman election to lead the board
• PBA09-2024 (Houck) – Use Variance for apartments – WITHDRAWN
• PB07-2024 (Braddish) – Lake side setback application
• PBR09-2024 (Lubinski) – Lot coverage variance resolution
• PBR10-2024 (Allen) – Building coverage variance resolution

Borough Council

The Borough Council will meet to vote on several resolutions, including equipment procurement and policy updates. The body will also review reports from the manager, clerk, and solicitor.

• Contract for a Kubota excavator with Cherry Valley Tractor Sales via ESCNJ Co-op
• Second amendment to communications site lease agreement
• New policy for claimant certification requirements per NJSA 40A:5-16(a)
• Refund for a tree removal application fee
• Purchase authorization for a quote 10% less than state contract amount

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review updates on road improvement plans and website content. The body will also discuss swimming pool water discharge and rain barrels.

• Rain garden updates for Hiawatha Trail
• Rain garden updates for Kenozsha Trail
• Discussion on swimming pool water discharge
• Discussion on rain barrels

The Medford Lakes Environmental Commission met on September 24, 2024, and discussed several ongoing projects, including the Road Improvement Plan, website content, swimming pool water drainage, and rain barrels. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the meeting focused on planning and assigning follow-up tasks. The commission agreed to recommend that Borough Administration notify pool owners about drainage rules, pending review of the ordinance.

• Discussed Road Improvement Plan; next project on Hiawatha Trail from Nokomis Trail to Beach 3 bridge
• Agreed to recommend Borough Administration notify pool owners about drainage rules (pending ordinance review)
• Discussed potential rain barrel program; Carl to explore options and grant funding
• Discussed possible new website content topics: lawn alternatives, rain gardens, pollinator gardens, litter
• Discussed forming a Green Team, grant opportunities, workshops, and front yard plaque program

Planning Board

The Medford Lakes Planning Board will meet to consider several land-use applications and resolutions. The board will discuss a use variance for apartments and lot coverage requests.

• PBA09-2024 (HOUCK): Use Variance for Apartment(s)
• PBA10-2024 (LUBINSKI): Lot Coverage application
• PBA11-2024 (ALLEN): Lot Coverage application
• H09-2024 (ALLEN): Historic District application for log sided addition
• Professional services payments of $150 each to Kingsbury, Esq. for appeals PBA06-2024 and PBA08-2024

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on Ordinance 716, which establishes a new fee schedule and repeals all prior fee ordinances. They will also consider resolutions opposing an industrial offshore wind project, awarding contracts for winter weather equipment and a sewer cleaning truck via cooperative purchasing, appointing planning board members, and approving a special event exemption. The meeting includes a proclamation for the retirement of Mary Ann Meehan and public comment periods.

• Ordinance 716 (second reading/public hearing) setting a new schedule of fees and repealing all others
• Resolution 106-24 opposing the industrial offshore wind project
• Resolution 107-24 authorizing a contract for winter weather equipment with H.A. DeHart & Sons through Sourcewell
• Resolution 108-24 authorizing a contract for a sewer cleaning combo truck with H.A. DeHart & Son through Sourcewell
• Resolution 111-24 appointing Class I, III, and IV members to the Planning Board and relisting current members

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 716, establishing a comprehensive new schedule of fees for permits, licenses, and services, replacing numerous scattered fee provisions in the code. The council also passed a resolution opposing industrial offshore wind projects, approved contracts for winter equipment and a sewer truck, and made Planning Board appointments. All votes were unanimous where recorded.

• Adopted Ordinance 716 setting a new schedule of fees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 106-24 opposing offshore wind projects (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 107-24 for winter equipment contract with H.A. DeHart & Son, NTE $16,470 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 108-24 for sewer cleaning combo truck, NTE $599,985.04 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 109-24 for temporary alcohol exemption at Oct. 27 Trunk-or-Treat event (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 110-24 refunding $250 street opening permit fee to J Reynolds Custom Homes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 111-24 appointing Planning Board members, including Mayor as Class I (unanimous)
• Approved bill list of $1,356,110.77 (unanimous)

Historic Commission

The Medford Lakes Historic Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider historic district application #H09-2024 (Allen) for a log addition, approve previous meeting minutes, and discuss updates to Chapters 138 (Historic Preservation) and 145 (Land Development).

• Public hearing on historic district application #H09-2024 (Allen) for a log addition
• Discussion of Chapter 138: Historic Preservation
• Discussion of Chapter 145: Land Development
• Approval of August 1, 2024 regular meeting minutes

The Historic Commission approved application #H09-2024 by Mr. and Mrs. Allen for an addition and renovation to the log dwelling at 223 Chicagami Trail, with waivers required for metal roof accents and rear window treatment. The approval was unanimous among present members. No other substantive decisions were made; new business and communications were none, and old business was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved application #H09-2024 (Allen) for addition/renovation at 223 Chicagami Trail, with waivers for metal roof accents and rear window treatment (unanimous among present members)
• Deferred discussion of Borough Code Chapters 138 and 145 to next meeting

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council will hold a special meeting to consider a new fee schedule ordinance (first reading) and vote on a series of resolutions. Key actions include awarding contracts for the 2024 Road Improvement Program, authorizing state contract purchases of body armor and equipment for the police department, and issuing bond anticipation notes totaling $834,950. The council will also approve change orders for the Collection System Lining Improvements Project increasing contract sums by a combined $163,013.75.

• Ordinance 716 — first reading of a new fee schedule, repealing all prior fee ordinances
• Resolution 88-24 — awarding a contract for the 2024 Road Improvement Program (professional services)
• Resolution 89-24 — authorizing state contract purchase of body armor for police department
• Resolutions 101-24 & 102-24 — change orders increasing Collection System Lining Improvements contracts by $88,818.75 and $74,195.00 respectively
• Resolution 104-24 & 105-24 — issuance of borough-held bond anticipation notes for $209,950.00 and $625,000.00

Planning Board

The Medford Lakes Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on August 15, 2024, at 7:30 PM. They will consider several applications including a use variance for apartments, lake front setback requests, and a historic district material waiver. The board will also elect a chairman and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• PBA09-2024 (HOUCK) – Use Variance for Apartment(s)
• PBA06-2024 (WASHAM/HURLEY) – Lake Front Setback
• PBA08-2024 (CARR) – Pool Location
• H08-2024 (HOLT) – Material Waiver for New Construction in Historic District
• Resolution #06-2024 (SHIRATO) – Lake Front Setback

Historic Commission

The Medford Lakes Historic Commission is meeting to consider a new-structure application (H08-2024, Holt) for a cedar-shake building. They will also approve minutes from June and July, and discuss chapters on historic preservation and land development.

• Application #H08-2024 (Holt) for a new structure using cedar shake
• Approval of June 6, 2024 and July 3, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of Chapter 138 (Historic Preservation) and Chapter 145 (Land Development)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a non-log siding waiver request in the Historic District (H04-2024) and a lake front set back application (PB05-2024). The board will also review minutes, resolutions, and a council resolution re-appointing board members. Public comment will be heard.

• H04-2024 (Bradley-Hardigan) – Non-Log Siding Waiver Request in Historic District
• PB05-2024 (SHIRATO) – Lake Front Set Back application
• Council Resolution 87-24 Re-Appointing and Re-Listing Members of Planning Board
• Approval of June 20, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes

Borough Council

The Council will hold a second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 715 regarding various municipal purchases. This includes police and fire equipment, public works tools, and the 2024 Road Improvement Program. The agenda also includes re-appointing members to the Planning Board.

• Bond ordinance for $2,107,120 covering police/fire equipment and road improvements
• Authorization of $1,784,950 in bonds or notes
• Re-appointment of Class I, II, and III members to the Planning Board
• Special event applications for Pinelands Music and Medford Lakes Fire Company

Historic Commission

The Medford Lakes Historic Commission will review a re-submitted application for vinyl siding at Bradley-Hardegen. The commission will also discuss a demolition application for 223 Chicagami Trail.

• Vinyl siding re-submission (#H 04-2024)
• Demolition application at 223 Chicagami Trail

Borough Council

The Borough Council will select a Mayor and Deputy Mayor via written ballot and administer oaths of office to new council members. The meeting also includes the first reading of a bond ordinance for various municipal purchases.

• Selection of Mayor and Deputy Mayor by written ballot
• Bond Ordinance 715 for $2,107,120 to fund police equipment, a fire truck, and road improvements
• Resolution 86-24 regarding the division of borough government into departments
• Oath of office for Councilman Elects William R. Fields, Matthew R. Bailey, and Gerald Yowell

Borough Council

The Borough Council will conduct a public hearing regarding an ordinance to fund police equipment, a fire truck, and road improvements. The meeting also includes oaths of office for two police officers and resolutions for block parties and shared services.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 714 authorizing $2,107,120 for police equipment, a fire truck, public works equipment, road improvements, and a sewer vactor truck
• Oath of office for Officer Garrett S. Purcell and Lieutenant William H. Thompson (MLPD)
• Resolutions for residential block party exemptions on July 4 and September 14, 2024
• Resolution to amend a shared services agreement with Medford Township for a Tax Assessor
• Proclamation for St. Peter’s 150th Anniversary of Ministry

Planning Board

The board will review several applications for the Historic District and approve minutes from May 16, 2024. There are no planning board applications scheduled for this meeting.

• Denial of non-log siding waiver (H04-2024)
• Approval of log sided shed (H05-2024)
• Approval of log sided shed (H06-2024)
• Approval of log sided addition (H07-2024)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review a first reading of an ordinance to authorize a $2,107,120 bond for municipal equipment and road programs. The agenda also includes grant applications and budget updates.

• Ordinance 714: $2,107,120 bond for police equipment, a fire truck, and road improvements
• Resolution 70-24: Grant application for Hiawatha Trail Phase II Improvements
• Resolution 72-24: Inclusion of $14,580.35 Clean Communities Grant into the 2024 budget
• Resolution 71-24: Renewal of Medford Lakes Country Club alcoholic beverage license
• Resolution 75-24: Renewal of P.J. Whelihan’s Pub retail consumption license

Historic Commission

The Medford Lakes Historic Commission is reviewing several applications for changes within the historic district. These include requests for vinyl siding, sheds, and a bathroom addition. The commission will also discuss the Historic Preservation Ordinance.

• Vinyl siding application (#H04-2024, Bradley-Hardegen)
• Shed applications (#H05-2024, Requa and #H06-2024, Tragesser)
• Master bathroom addition application (#H07-2024, Ansberry)
• Discussion of the Historic Preservation Ordinance

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council is holding its regular meeting to consider several resolutions, including amending and adopting the 2024 municipal budget, authorizing tax exemptions, and creating a property subcommittee. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Memorial Day, public comment periods, and routine reports. This is a standard business meeting with no major land-use or contract decisions.

• Resolution 62-24 to amend the 2024 municipal budget
• Resolution 63-24 (second reading) to adopt the 2024 municipal budget
• Resolution 64-24 and 68-24 authorizing tax exemptions
• Resolution 65-24 authorizing tax exemption for First Friday events May–October
• Resolution 67-24 creating an EASI property subcommittee

Planning Board

The Medford Lakes Planning Board is holding its regular May 2024 meeting. The main item of business is a single historic district application for an upper deck at a property identified as H03-2024 (Borie/Holtz). No planning board applications or resolutions are listed, and the rest of the agenda consists of routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Historic District Application H03-2024 (Borie/Holtz) for an upper deck
• Approval of April 18, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• No Planning Board applications listed
• No resolutions listed
• Bill list and public comment scheduled

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on three ordinances: one creating rules for privately-owned salt storage, one to exceed budget limits and establish a cap bank for 2024, and one amending a prior ordinance about property at 1 Manhasset Trail. The council will also vote on resolutions including a shared services agreement with Tabernacle for a recycling coordinator and a resolution supporting OPRA modernization. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Ordinance 711: creates Chapter 178 governing privately-owned salt storage
• Ordinance 712: to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish cap bank for 2024
• Ordinance 713: amends Ordinance 707 to add reference to additional lots at 1 Manhasset Trail
• Resolution 58-24: shared services agreement with Tabernacle for certified recycling coordinator 2024
• Resolution 61-24: calls for modernization of OPRA and passage of S-2930/A-4045

Historic Commission

The Medford Lakes Historic Commission is holding its regular meeting to review one historic district application for an upper level deck, discuss a draft demolition application, and receive correspondence from the Borough Council. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Historic district application #H03-2024 (Borie/Holtz) for an upper level deck
• Discussion of a draft demolition application
• Borough Council Resolution Number 44-24 correspondence
• Approval of February 1, 2024 regular meeting minutes

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances, including a new flood damage prevention chapter, and introduce several others, including a salt storage ordinance and the 2024 municipal budget. They will also vote on resolutions for a grant application, an emergency procurement, and fee waivers.

• Ordinance 703: Adopt new flood damage prevention chapter and flood hazard maps
• Ordinance 710: Amend land development and stormwater management codes
• Ordinance 711: Create chapter on privately-owned salt storage
• Ordinance 712: Exceed budget appropriation limits and establish cap bank for 2024
• Resolution 54-24: Introduce and approve 2024 municipal budget

Planning Board

The Medford Lakes Planning Board is holding its regular April meeting. The board will vote on three resolutions granting side yard, front yard, and aggregate setback variances for residential properties, and will review Ordinance 710, which amends the borough's land development and stormwater management codes. No new planning board or historic district applications are on the agenda.

• Resolution PB03-2024: side yard setback variance for accessory structure, fence height variance denied, Block 30055, Lot 2458
• Resolution PB04-2024: single and aggregate side yard setback variances for master bath addition, Block 30001.01, Lot 47
• Resolution PB05-2024: two front yard setback variances for living area additions, Block 30008, Lot 331
• Ordinance 710: comment and review of amendments to Chapter 145 (Land Development) and Chapter 204 (Stormwater Management)
• Bill list: $150 professional services each for three appeals (PB01-2024, PB02-2024, PB04-2024)

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council will consider introducing two ordinances: one repealing and replacing the flood damage prevention chapter, adopting flood hazard maps, and designating a floodplain administrator; the other amending land development and stormwater management codes. The council will also vote on resolutions authorizing tire purchases through a state contract and an emergency procurement, and will hear public comment on agenda items.

• Ordinance 703: repeal and replace flood damage prevention chapter, adopt flood hazard maps, designate floodplain administrator
• Ordinance 710: amend land development and stormwater management chapters
• Resolution 46-24: authorize tire purchase via NJ state contract (Custom Bandag Inc.)
• Resolution 47-24: authorize emergency procurement
• Special event permit for Pinelands Music Academy recital on May 18, 2024

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council will hold public hearings and second readings on two ordinances: one accepting donated property at 1 Manhasset Trail and another amending the historic preservation chapter of the borough code. The council will also consider resolutions including a change order for a pump piping project, appointments to the Historic Commission, and refunds for permits and fees.

• Ordinance 707: accept property at 1 Manhasset Trail (Block 30063, Lot 2697) by donation
• Ordinance 708: amend Chapter 138 (Historic Preservation)
• Resolution 43-24: approve change order for Internal Recirculation Pump Piping Project, increasing contract from $28,540.00 to $33,535.22
• Resolution 44-24: appoint alternate member to Historic Commission
• Resolution 45-24: refund Planning Board application fee and escrow

Planning Board

The Medford Lakes Planning Board is holding its regular March meeting. The main business is four planning board applications requesting variances for property changes, plus a comment-and-review session on Ordinance 708, which amends the borough's Historic Preservation chapter. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, a bill list, and public comment.

• PB01-2024 (Stielau): side yard setback for accessory structure and fence height, tabled from 1/18/24 and 2/15/24
• PB02-2024 (Landante): side yard setback aggregate for master bath addition, tabled from 2/15/24
• PB03-2024 (Cox): bulk variance for covered front porch and deck
• PB04-2024 (Murray): two front yard setbacks for eating area and bedroom additions
• Ordinance 708: comment and review of amendment to Chapter 138, Historic Preservation

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on three ordinances, including a second reading of a lead-based paint inspection ordinance, and first readings for accepting donated property at 1 Manhasset Trail and amending the historic preservation code. The council will also consider a change order increasing a wastewater treatment plant contract by $3,180 and reappoint Environmental Commission members.

• Ordinance 706 (2nd reading): Adds Chapter 142 'Inspections – Lead-Based Paint' to the Borough Code
• Ordinance 707 (1st reading): Accepts donated property at 1 Manhasset Trail (Block 30063, Lot 2697)
• Ordinance 708 (1st reading): Amends Chapter 138 'Historic Preservation'
• Resolution 40-24: Approves Change Order #2 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Stream Stabilization Project, increasing contract from $220,535.56 to $223,415.56
• Special event permits for Triathlon (Aug 25), Memorial Day 5k (May 27), and Murphy's Market 5k (Apr 27)

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council is holding its regular meeting, where the main item is the first reading of an ordinance adding a lead-based paint inspection chapter to the borough code. The council will also consider several resolutions, including tax exemptions, a maintenance deposit refund, and police equipment purchases. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

• Ordinance 706: first reading to add Chapter 142 'Inspections – Lead-Based Paint'
• Resolution 35-24: authorizing exemption from taxation
• Resolution 36-24: authorizing maintenance deposit refund for plumbing and street opening permits
• Resolution 37-24: state contract purchase of equipment for police department
• Resolution 38-24: state contract purchase of body armor for police department

Planning Board

The Medford Lakes Planning Board is holding its regular February 2024 meeting. The board will consider two planning board applications: one for a side yard setback and fence height variance (tabled from January), and another for a side yard setback related to a master bath addition. It will also review a historic district application for a master bath addition, along with minutes, resolutions, and other routine business.

• PB01-2024 (Stielau) – Side yard setback (accessory structure) and fence height variance, tabled from 1/18/24
• PB02-2024 (Landante) – Side yard setback variance for master bath addition
• H01-2024 (Landante) – Historic district application for master bath addition
• Oath of office for Dan Nixon as Alternate II member
• Bill list and public comment

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on February 8, 2024, at Oaks Hall. The agenda includes a special presentation on the Environmental Resolutions Wastewater Relining Project, several resolutions, and public comment periods. Key actions include awarding a contract for dam inspection services, authorizing state contract vendor agreements, opposing a Wharton State Forest vehicle use map, and approving a change order that increases the collection system lining project cost by $659,477.84.

• Resolution 30-24: Awarding a contract for professional dam inspection services
• Resolution 31-24: Authorizing contracts with approved state contract vendors
• Resolution 32-24: Opposing the adoption of Wharton State Forest Visiting Vehicle Use Map
• Resolution 33-24: Approving Change Order #5 for Collection System Lining Improvements, increasing contract from $4,898,103.05 to $5,557,580.89
• Communications: 2024 Safety Management Program Contract and four Citizen Leadership Applications for Planning Board vacancy

Historic Commission

The Medford Lakes Historic Commission is meeting to review two historic district applications: a master bathroom addition and a shed. They will also discuss new and old business, including a demolition ordinance, and receive correspondence from the Borough Council.

• Application #H01-2024 (Landante) for a master bathroom addition
• Application #H02-2024 (Jones/Armstrong) for a shed
• Discussion of Demolition Ordinance Number 700
• Correspondence: Borough Council Resolution Number 125-23

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council is holding its regular meeting to consider several resolutions, including awarding a bid for the 2022 Road Improvement Program, entering a shared services agreement with Tabernacle Township for court facilities and administrative employees, and authorizing participation in a federal program for excess military equipment. The agenda also includes public comment periods and routine reports.

• Resolution 27-24: Awarding a bid for the 2022 Road Improvement Program
• Resolution 26-24: Shared services agreement with Tabernacle Township for court facilities and administrative employees
• Resolution 28-24: Authorizing police participation in the 1033 Program for excess Department of Defense equipment
• Resolution 25-24: Maintenance deposit refund for plumbing and street opening permits
• Resolution 29-24: Exemption from taxation

Planning Board

The Medford Lakes Planning Board will hold its regular January meeting, primarily acting on a resolution to deny variances for a gazebo structure on Block 30088, Lot 2301, and adopting a resolution to establish the 2024 meeting schedule. The board will also consider minutes from the December 21, 2023 meeting and hear public comment.

• Resolution PB01-2024 denying variances for gazebo structure on Block 30088, Lot 2301
• Resolution PB02-2024 establishing 2024 regular meeting schedule
• Application PB01-2024 (Stielau) for side yard setback (accessory structure) and fence height
• Professional services bill of $150 for Robert E. Kingsbury, Esq.

Borough Council

The Medford Lakes Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on January 10, 2024, at 7:00 pm in Oaks Hall. The agenda includes 24 resolutions covering routine administrative matters such as appointments, financial authorizations, and fee schedules. Notable items include a shared services agreement with Medford Township for emergency medical services and a mosquito spraying agreement with Burlington County.

• Resolution 23-24: Shared services agreement with Medford Township for emergency medical services
• Resolution 24-24: Mosquito spraying agreement with Burlington County
• Resolution 2-24: Authorizes tax collector to cancel delinquent property tax and sewer fees under $10.00
• Resolution 10-24: Sets grace period and interest rate for delinquent taxes for 2024
• Resolution 22-24: Appoints alternate member to Planning Board