Middlesex public meetings in 2023

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and consider final adoption of three ordinances, including one appropriating $185,000 for the Mountainview Park project and authorizing $175,750 in bonds. The council will also vote on resolutions to hire two probationary police officers, purchase firearms, and approve various contracts and agreements. The agenda includes a workshop item on Heather Lane property erosion and an executive session on real estate and personnel.

• Ordinance 2104-23: $185,000 for Mountainview Park design/permitting, $175,750 in bonds
• Ordinance 2105-23: Sale of Block 278, Lots 60 & 61 on Drake Avenue to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
• Resolution 353-2023 & 354-2023: Hire probationary police officers at $52,058/year each
• Resolution 360-2023: $61,377.51 for police firearms from Atlantic Tactical
• Resolution 358-2023: Shared service agreement with Franklin Township for animal control

The Borough Council unanimously adopted resolutions to hire two probationary police officers, Brandon Stout and David Wilczynski, at $52,058 each, effective January 8, 2024. The council also unanimously adopted three ordinances, including a $185,000 appropriation with $175,750 in bonds for the Mountainview Park design, the sale of Daisy Park to the US Army Corps of Engineers for $19,700, and amendments to council bylaws. A series of resolutions were approved, including a $61,377.51 police firearms purchase, a $35,511 animal control shared service agreement with Franklin Township, and a $31,500 public relations contract.

• Hired probationary police officers Brandon Stout and David Wilczynski at $52,058 each (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2104-23 appropriating $185,000 for Mountainview Park design, issuing $175,750 in bonds (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2105-23 authorizing sale of Daisy Park to USACE for $19,700 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2106-23 amending council bylaws on committees and liaisons (unanimous)
• Approved $61,377.51 purchase of firearms and accessories for police (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year animal control shared service agreement with Franklin Township at $35,511/year (unanimous)
• Approved $31,500/year public relations contract with Positive Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved $25,201.10 contract for digitization of archived records (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is holding a special meeting to consider a single resolution confirming the sale of general obligation bonds totaling $981,975 to the New Jersey Infrastructure Bank for water-related projects. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Resolution 352-2023 confirming sale of $981,975 in general obligation bonds, Series 2023, to the New Jersey Infrastructure Bank under the State Fiscal Year 2024 New Jersey Water Bank

The Borough Council unanimously adopted Resolution 352-2023, confirming the sale of $981,975 in general obligation bonds to the New Jersey Infrastructure Bank and the State for water infrastructure projects. The resolution authorizes the issuance of Series 2023A bonds (up to $641,623) and Series 2023B bonds (up to $340,352). During public comment, the mayor answered questions about bond sale legal fees but declined to answer a question about potential liability for erosion on Heather Lane and Holly Court.

• Adopted Resolution 352-2023 confirming $981,975 bond sale to NJ Infrastructure Bank (unanimous)
• Authorized issuance of Series 2023A bonds up to $641,623 to I-Bank
• Authorized issuance of Series 2023B bonds up to $340,352 to State
• Responded to public questions on bond sale legal fees; declined to answer erosion liability question

Borough Council

The Middlesex Borough Council will hold a regular meeting to decide on ordinances including $185,000 for Mountainview Park design and permitting, property sales to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and stormwater bylaw updates. Resolutions include software purchases for the Fire Department, tax adjustments, and public facility upgrades.

• Ordinance 2104-23: $185,000 for Mountainview Park design and permitting, with $175,750 in bonds
• Ordinance 2105-23: Sale of Block 278, Lots 60 & 61 on Drake Avenue to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
• Ordinance 2103-23: Amend stormwater code to add privately-owned salt storage rules
• Resolution 337-2023: $12,175 for RedAlerts software for Fire Department
• Resolution 340-2023: $8,080 for lighted sign at Police Headquarters

The Council adopted an ordinance regulating the storage of de-icing materials on private properties to protect stormwater. They also approved several equipment purchases for the Fire and Police departments and introduced ordinances for park design and property sales.

• Adopted Ordinance 2103-23 regulating privately-owned salt storage (Unanimous)
• Approved $12,175 for Fire Department RedAlerts software (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 for two Fire Department matrix message boards (Unanimous)
• Approved $8,080 for Police Headquarters lighted signs (Unanimous)
• Approved refunds for incorrectly assessed non-residential development fees (Unanimous)
• First reading of Ordinance 2104-23 for $185,000 Mountainview Park project (Unanimous)
• First reading of Ordinance 2105-23 to sell 'Daisy Park' lots to USACE for $19,700 (Unanimous)
• First reading of Ordinance 2106-23 amending Council bylaws and committees (Unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will introduce an ordinance amending stormwater control to regulate privately-owned salt storage, and hold public hearings on ordinances creating development fees and authorizing the sale of Block 265, Lot 125. The consent agenda includes police equipment purchases, a refund, and various administrative resolutions. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real estate matters.

• Ordinance 2103-23: Amends Chapter 355 Stormwater Control to add Section 355-12 'Privately-Owned Salt Storage'
• Ordinance 2101-23: Creates Chapter 247 'Development Fees' to comply with state affordable housing regulations
• Ordinance 2102-23: Authorizes public sale of Block 265, Lot 125
• Resolution 319-2023: $15,000 purchase of recordation system for police detention wing and interview room
• Resolution 320-2023: $27,051.33 for police vehicle equipment under state contract

The Council adopted an ordinance establishing residential and non-residential development fees to fund low- and moderate-income housing. They also approved the public sale of a municipally owned property at 210 Grove Avenue and authorized several police equipment purchases.

• Adopted Ordinance 2101-23 creating development fees for affordable housing (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2102-23 to sell Block 265, Lot 25 (210 Grove Avenue) at public sale with a $450,000 minimum bid (Unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 police recordation system from Maestro Vision USA (Unanimous)
• Approved $27,051.33 for police vehicle equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,900 for police in-car video system (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,673.04 contract for floor mat services with National Dust Control (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,400 for annual asset inventory audit by Acclaim Inventory LLC (Unanimous)
• First reading of Ordinance 2103-23 regarding privately-owned salt storage (Unanimous)

Borough Council

The Middlesex Borough Council will hold its regular meeting to introduce and adopt ordinances, including a new development-fee chapter to comply with state affordable-housing rules and a parking-prohibition ordinance for Wellington Street. Council will also vote on multiple resolutions such as purchasing a garbage truck for $315,843.80, adding lien taxes for property-maintenance-code violations, and approving personnel actions and small equipment purchases.

• Ordinance 2101-23 creating Chapter 247 ‘Development Fees’ to meet state affordable-housing regulations
• Ordinance 2100-23 amending traffic code to prohibit parking on Wellington Street with posted signs and penalties
• Resolution 302-23 authorizing purchase of one garbage truck for $315,843.80 from Sanitation Equipment Corp.
• Resolution 297-2023, 298-2023, 299-2023 adding lien taxes for clean-up costs on Blocks 12 Lot 3, 249 Lot 3, and 264 Lot 6
• Resolution 313-2023 authorizing Borough Engineer to prepare plans for stream-bank erosion fixes at 6 Heather Lane

The Borough Council introduced two ordinances on first reading: one creating a development fee chapter to comply with state affordable housing regulations, and another authorizing the public sale of municipally owned land at 210 Grove Avenue with a minimum bid of $450,000. The Council also adopted a final ordinance prohibiting parking on a section of Wellington Street and approved a consent agenda including the purchase of a new garbage truck for $315,843.80.

• Introduced Ordinance 2101-23 creating Chapter 247 'Development Fees' for affordable housing (first reading, unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2102-23 authorizing public sale of Block 265, Lot 25 (210 Grove Ave) with $450,000 minimum bid (first reading, unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2100-23 prohibiting parking on north side of Wellington Street near Marlborough Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of one garbage truck from Sanitation Equipment Corp. for $315,843.80 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two flashing LED stop signs and two no-truck symbols for $6,770.00 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a 2023 Kia Sportage LX for Senior and Disabled Services for $30,322.50 (unanimous)
• Authorized Borough Engineer to prepare plans for temporary stream bank erosion measures at 6 Heather Lane, cost not to exceed $25,000 (unanimous)
• Approved person-to-person transfer of liquor license 1211-32-011 from O.K. Liquors, Inc. to DPKA Inc. (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a regular meeting with an ordinance introduction for a new no-parking zone on Wellington Street, and will vote on a consent agenda containing multiple resolutions, including a $263,500 contract for police RTU replacements, purchases of a police vehicle, tasers, speed signs, and a compactor, plus a block party approval. The meeting also includes workshop discussions on Heather Lane property erosion and an OEM Cadet Program, and an executive session on potential litigation and a real estate environmental study.

• Ordinance 2100-23: prohibits parking on Wellington Street
• Resolution 284-2023: $263,500 contract to Hanna's Mechanical Contractors for police RTU replacements
• Resolution 283-2023: purchase of 2024 Ford Utility Interceptor under state contract
• Resolution 286-2023: $12,353.20 for 3 Taser 7 bundles for police
• Resolution 293-2023: block party on B Street, Oct 7, 12PM-8PM

The Council approved several purchases for the Police Department and a $263,500 contract for RTU replacements. They also passed a first reading for a parking prohibition on Wellington Street and authorized a new OEM Cadet Program.

• Approved $263,500 contract for Police Department RTU replacements to Hanna’s Mechanical Contractors, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2024 Ford Utility Interceptor for $49,954.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 3 Taser 7 Basic Bundles and accessories for $12,353.20 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two radar speed signs for $18,316.62 and one radar speed trailer for $9,423.86 (Unanimous)
• Approved $24,125.00 purchase of an Ultra Stationary Compactor for the recycle yard (Unanimous)
• First reading passed for Ordinance 2100-23 to prohibit parking on the north side of Wellington Street (Unanimous)
• Authorized the establishment of an OEM Cadet Program
• Approved block party on B Street for October 7, 2023 (Unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider a series of resolutions, including the sale of bonds not exceeding $1,558,405 for the New Jersey Water Bank. The meeting also includes a public hearing for an ordinance to repeal local pay-to-play rules to comply with state law.

• Ordinance 2099-23: Repealing local political contribution rules to comply with state mandate
• Resolution 277-2023: General Obligation Bonds up to $1,558,405 for the NJ Water Bank
• Resolution 269-2023: Transfer of 2001 Blue Bird S4 Van GO II Bus to Office of Emergency Management
• Workshop: Discussion regarding Heather Lane property erosion
• Workshop: Discussion regarding Wellington Street parking restrictions

The Council adopted an ordinance repealing Chapter 12 of the Municipal Code regarding political contributions to comply with a state mandate. The body also authorized over $1.5M in bonds for sewer rehabilitation and approved several personnel changes.

• Adopted Ordinance 2099-23 repealing local political contribution laws (unanimous)
• Authorized General Obligation Bonds up to $1,558,405 for sewer rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Nicole Aravjo to Recreation Committee (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Robert Bender from Recreation Committee (unanimous)
• Hired Anthony Mendel as School Crossing Guard at $14.75 per hour (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of crossing guard Kenneth Larson (unanimous)
• Authorized tax cancellation for 100% Disabled Veteran at 519 Hancock Street (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of 2001 Blue Bird bus to Office of Emergency Management (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Middlesex Borough Council will hold its regular meeting on August 22, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the Municipal Building. Key decisions include repealing a local pay-to-play ordinance to comply with state law, amending parking rules for parks, and selling two tax map lots on Drake Avenue to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The council will also vote on routine resolutions such as petty cash fund setups, sewer refunds, and a $106,500 engineering contract for NJDOT road projects.

• Repeal local pay-to-play ordinance (Ordinance 2099-23)
• Amend parking rules for parks (Ordinance 2097-23)
• Sell Block 278, Lots 60 & 61 on Drake Avenue to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Ordinance 2098-23)
• Approve $106,500 engineering contract for NJDOT road projects (Douglass Lane, Rutgers Lane & Princeton Drive)
• Establish petty cash funds for administrative, police, and recreation departments

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2097-23, amending Chapter 301 to prohibit parking on both sides of Van Ness Drive and the roadway surrounding the park, limit parking in Lots two and three to three hours Monday through Friday, and prohibit parking on the grass. The Council also gave first reading to Ordinance 2099-23, which repeals Chapter 12 (Political Contributions) to comply with a state mandate, and tabled Ordinance 2098-23, which would authorize the sale of Block 278, Lots 60 & 61 (Daisy Park) to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for $19,700. All votes were unanimous except for the first reading of Ordinance 2099-23, which passed 4-0 with Councilman Carnes abstaining.

• Adopted Ordinance 2097-23 amending park parking regulations (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Ordinance 2099-23 repealing Chapter 12 Political Contributions (4-0, Carnes abstained)
• Tabled Ordinance 2098-23 authorizing sale of Daisy Park to USACE for $19,700 (unanimous)
• Approved resignation of Karen Rutkowski from Board of Health (unanimous)
• Appointed Kevin Nelson to Board of Health (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 260-2023 for Colliers Engineering design services up to $106,500 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 249-2023 liquor license transfer for Jilly's Liquors (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 256-2023 liquor license transfer to Uncle Activo LLC (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings on a $1.93 million bond ordinance for capital improvements and an ordinance approving the assignment of a financial agreement for a redevelopment project. They will also introduce ordinances to amend park parking rules and sell property on Drake Avenue to the Army Corps of Engineers. The consent agenda includes numerous routine resolutions, such as hiring a probationary police officer, purchasing playground equipment, and approving shared services.

• Ordinance 2095-23: Bond ordinance appropriating $1,926,350 for capital improvements, issuing $1,359,350 in bonds
• Ordinance 2098-23: Sale of Block 278, Lots 60 & 61 on Drake Avenue to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
• Resolution 215-2023: Hiring probationary police officer Joseph Centola at $50,913 annual salary
• Resolution 223-2023: Purchase and installation of playground equipment at Victor Crowell Park, not to exceed $68,029.19
• Resolution 222-2023: Approving access for Green Brook Flood Damage Reduction Project

The Middlesex Borough Council adopted a $1,926,350 bond ordinance for various capital improvements and equipment. The Council also introduced two ordinances, approved the assignment of a financial agreement for a warehouse project, and passed numerous resolutions including personnel appointments, contracts, and tax adjustments.

• Adopted Bond Ordinance 2095-23 providing $1,926,350 for capital improvements and equipment (Unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2097-23 amending park parking regulations (Unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2098-23 authorizing the sale of Daisy Park property (Block 278, Lots 60 & 61) to the US Army Corps of Engineers for $19,700 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2096-23 approving the assignment of a financial agreement from CP Middlesex Urban Renewal LLC to 245 Mountain Ave. Urban Renewal LLC (Unanimous)
• Appointed Joseph Centola as a probationary police officer at an annual salary of $50,913 (Unanimous)
• Awarded contract for biodegradable leaf bags to Pabco Industries, LLC in an amount not to exceed $15,930 (Unanimous)
• Hired Thomas S. Kirkland as Fire Sub-Code Official/Fire Inspector at an annual salary of $13,728 (Unanimous)
• Adopted the Borough of Middlesex Debt Management Policy (Unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will introduce two ordinances, including a $1,926,350 bond ordinance for capital improvements and equipment, and an ordinance approving the assignment of a financial agreement for 245 Mountain Avenue. The council will also consider a consent agenda with resolutions on contracts, appointments, and police officer advancements, plus a non-consent resolution to pay all claims. Public comment is scheduled at the end of the meeting.

• Ordinance 2095-23: bond ordinance appropriating $1,926,350 for capital improvements, issuing $1,359,350 in bonds
• Ordinance 2096-23: approving assignment of financial agreement from CP Middlesex Urban Renewal LLC to 245 Mountain Avenue Urban Renewal LLC
• Resolution 202-2023: awarding debt collection contract to Ability Recovery Services, LLC
• Resolution 209-2023 and 210-2023: advancing two police officers to Class I at $60,096 annual salary
• Resolution 206-2023: applying for NJDOT grant for First Street, Second Street & Seneca Ave improvements

The Borough Council introduced a $1,926,350 bond ordinance to fund various capital improvements, including police equipment, park upgrades, and road work. The Council also approved a contract for municipal debt collection services and authorized several redevelopment-related agreements. Additionally, the Council advanced two police officers in grade and approved a block party request.

• Introduced $1.9M capital bond ordinance (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance assigning financial agreement for 245 Mountain Ave (6-0)
• Awarded municipal debt collection contract to Ability Recovery Services (6-0)
• Appointed Dilworth Paxson LLP as bond and conflict redevelopment counsel (6-0)
• Advanced two police officers to Class I status (6-0)
• Approved block party on B Street for July 1 (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute estoppel certificate for Midmarket Urban Renewal (6-0)
• Approved payment of claims (6-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review several resolutions including a $70,000 proposal for sanitary sewer system mapping. The meeting also includes the dedication of the John Sweeney Recycling Center and various budget adjustments for state grants.

• Proposal for GIS Sanitary Sewer System Mapping up to $70,000.00
• Dedication of the 'John Sweeney Recycling Center'
• Grant revenue insertions: $32,647.83 (Clean Communities), $15,000 (Stormwater), $7,000 (Click It or Ticket), and $1,000 (Community Block Development)
• Renewal of liquor and junkyard licenses
• Personnel changes including DPW advancements and new hires

The Borough Council approved a resolution amending the personnel policies manual to prohibit employees from collecting discarded items for resale and to add Juneteenth as a paid holiday. The council also approved numerous routine resolutions, including liquor license renewals, sewer bill waivers, and hiring and advancement of municipal employees. A resolution regarding potential litigation over Lake Creighton was discussed in executive session.

• Adopted personnel policy amendments banning resale of discarded items and adding Juneteenth holiday (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of 11 liquor licenses for 2023-2024
• Authorized sewer bill waivers totaling over $180,000 across 30 properties
• Approved $70,000 GIS sanitary sewer mapping contract with Remington & Vernick Engineers
• Hired Kennedy Meixner as Senior and Disabled Services driver at $20/hr
• Hired David Sandoval as part-time sanitation employee at $15/hr
• Advanced Michael Peery and Joseph McCauley to full-time DPW laborers at $17.11/hr
• Approved advancement of Eduardo Camarillo to Solid Waste Truck Driver at $40.41/hr

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations, appointments, and public hearings. Key actions include a bond ordinance for real property acquisition, hiring a probationary police officer, and a consent agenda with multiple resolutions. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss an update on 1190 Mountain Avenue.

• Ordinance 2094-23: $500,000 bond ordinance for real property acquisition, issuing $475,000 in bonds
• Resolution 155-2023: Hiring probationary police officer Amanda Basso at $52,584 annual salary
• Resolution 161-2023: Addendum to contract for purchase of 302 Union Avenue for $430,000
• Resolution 169-2023: Purchase of Acuity Computer Aided Dispatch software under state contract, up to $47,608
• Resolution 166-2023: Repair of fuel pumps terminal management system by Petro King Service Co. for $20,273.50

The Council adopted a bond ordinance to finance the acquisition of real property at 302 Union Avenue. They also appointed a new probationary police officer and approved several municipal service contracts and licenses.

• Approved $500,000 bond ordinance for property acquisition at 302 Union Avenue (Unanimous)
• Hired Amanda Basso as Probationary Police Officer at $52,584 annual salary (Unanimous)
• Approved $430,000 purchase price addendum for 302 Union Avenue (5-0)
• Reappointed Linda Chismar as Borough Clerk/Registrar (5-0)
• Approved second-year tree service contract for Predator Tree Service LLC (4-0)
• Authorized $47,608 purchase of Acuity Computer Aided Dispatch software (5-0)
• Approved $20,273.50 for fuel pump system repairs by Petro King Service Co. (5-0)
• Authorized sale of surplus 2014 Chevy Caprice to Somerville Fire Department for $500 (5-0)

Borough Council

The Middlesex Borough Council convened a special meeting on May 22, 2023, with procedural items including a mayor's statement, salute to the flag, and roll calls. The meeting included a presentation on discussions with DEP/EPA regarding Creighton Lake but did not feature any formal decisions or votes.

The Borough Council held a special meeting to discuss the environmental damage to Creighton Lake caused by the August 2021 water main break, including high E. coli levels and ecological harm. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with presentations from DEP officials and public comments. The council heard that NJ American Water has indicated willingness to pay for damages, but no resolution was adopted.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this special meeting
• Discussed Creighton Lake water quality impairment and ecological damage
• Heard DEP presentations on E. coli monitoring and Raritan pathogen trackdown
• Public comments raised concerns about dredging, accountability, and environmental attorney

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a budget hearing and consider adopting the 2023 budget, along with introducing a $500,000 bond ordinance for real property acquisition. They will also hold a public hearing on donating property to the Army Corps for the Green Brook flood project, and vote on numerous resolutions including fire equipment purchases and grant applications.

• Resolution 138-2023: Adoption of the 2023 Budget
• Ordinance 2094-23: Bond ordinance for $500,000 real property acquisition, issuing $475,000 in bonds
• Ordinance 2093-23: Donation of property to Army Corps for Green Brook Flood Risk Management Project
• Resolution 145-2023: Purchase of 24 Scott Air Packs for $24,516 for Fire Department
• Resolution 147-2023: Grant application for Mountain Avenue and South Avenue Improvements Project

The Borough Council unanimously adopted the 2023 municipal budget totaling $23,327,729.33, which includes $14,341,313.94 for municipal purposes and $692,812 for the minimum library tax. The council also introduced a bond ordinance to acquire property at 302 Union Avenue for $500,000, with $475,000 in bonds, and adopted an ordinance donating property to the Army Corps of Engineers for the Green Brook Flood Risk Management Project. Several resolutions were approved, including contracts for geophysical surveys and a fire department equipment purchase.

• Adopted 2023 municipal budget of $23,327,729.33 (unanimous)
• Introduced bond ordinance for 302 Union Avenue acquisition, $500,000 appropriation (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance donating property for Green Brook Flood Risk Management Project (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 24 Scott Air Packs for $24,516 (unanimous)
• Awarded geophysical survey contract at 302 Union Avenue to EcolSciences, Inc. for $3,600 (unanimous)
• Awarded geophysical survey and sampling report contract at 1190 Mountain Avenue to EcolSciences, Inc. for $18,190 (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 salaries for borough officers and employees (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement of Board of Health mercantile license overpayments totaling $350 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will introduce an ordinance to donate property to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the Green Brook Flood Risk Management Project. The agenda also includes public hearings on several code amendments, a property sale, and a consent agenda with resolutions on budget, software purchases, and personnel actions.

• Ordinance 2093-23: Donate property to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Green Brook flood project
• Ordinance 2090-23: Sell 0.0057-acre property (Block 43, Lot 32) on Second Street
• Resolution 128-2023: Purchase Acuity CAD software, not to exceed $22,272
• Resolution 134-2023: Authorize bond anticipation notes up to $6,177,000
• Resolution 135-2023: Buy burglar alarm system for police, $17,007.48

The Borough Council unanimously adopted five ordinances, including a major overhaul of landlord registration rules (Ordinance 2089-23) that changes fees and inspection cycles, and an amendment to alcohol sale hours (Ordinance 2088-23). It also approved the sale of a small borough-owned lot on Second Street to the highest bidder among two contiguous landowners, and authorized the donation of property to the US Army Corps of Engineers for the Green Brook Flood Risk Management Project. The council additionally approved a $31,200 contract for municipal management software and a $17,007.48 burglar alarm system for the police department.

• Adopted Ordinance 2089-23, overhauling landlord registration and inspection fees (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2088-23, amending alcohol sale hours (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2090-23, authorizing sale of Block 43, Lot 32 on Second Street to contiguous landowners (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2093-23, authorizing property donation to USACE for Green Brook Flood Risk Management (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 124-2023, $31,200 contract for Spatial Data Logic software (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 135-2023, $17,007.48 burglar alarm system for police (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 134-2023, authorizing up to $6,177,000 in bond anticipation notes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 137-2023, entering executive session to discuss environmental studies (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will introduce the 2023 municipal budget and six ordinances, including a small land sale on Second Street and updates to parking, alcohol, landlord registration, and housing codes. It will also hold public hearings and final adoption votes on five ordinances, including police extra-duty fees, a parking ban on Baekeland Avenue, a roadway dedication, a cap bank, and salary ranges. The consent agenda includes routine items like a DPW vehicle purchase and a tax cancellation for a disabled veteran.

• Ordinance 2090-23: sale of 0.0057-acre property (Block 43, Lot 32) on Second Street
• Ordinance 2083-23: prohibited parking/standing on Baekeland Avenue
• Ordinance 2085-23: cap bank to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits
• Resolution 112-2023: cancel 2nd quarter taxes ($2,794.21) for 100% disabled veteran
• Resolution 117-2023: purchase of one 2023 Ford Hybrid Maverick for DPW

The Borough Council adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including the 2023 municipal budget introduction, salary ranges for officers and employees, and amendments to police qualifications and extra-duty fees. The council also adopted ordinances prohibiting parking on Baekeland Avenue, accepting roadway dedications, and exceeding the municipal budget cap. All votes were unanimous or 4-0 with one abstention.

• Adopted 2023 municipal budget introduction totaling $23,327,729.33 (unanimous)
• Adopted salary ranges for officers and employees (4-0, Quinn abstained)
• Adopted police ordinance changes: qualifications, entrance requirements, extra-duty fee raised to $85/hr (4-0, Quinn abstained)
• Adopted no-parking ordinance on Baekeland Avenue with fines raised to $200-$500 (4-0, Quinn abstained)
• Adopted roadway dedication ordinance for MSP Roadway and Wood Avenue areas (4-0, Quinn abstained)
• Adopted ordinance to exceed budget cap by 3.5% ($530,688.38) (4-0, Quinn abstained)
• Introduced ordinances on parking restrictions, alcohol sales hours, landlord registration, property sale, and housing codes (all unanimous first reading)
• Approved DPW employee advancement and hybrid vehicle purchase not to exceed $38,266 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will introduce five ordinances, including changes to police extra-duty fees, a parking prohibition on Baekeland Avenue, a roadway dedication, a budget cap bank, and salary ranges. It will also hold public hearings on two ordinances: one adjusting alcoholic beverage license fees and another updating political contribution citations. Several resolutions are scheduled for adoption, including a tax sale authorization and a contract for HVAC maintenance.

• Ordinance 2082-23: amend police extra-duty job fees
• Ordinance 2083-23: prohibit parking/standing on Baekeland Avenue
• Ordinance 2084-23: dedicate roadway portions of Block 318, Lots 1.01, 1.02, 19, 21
• Ordinance 2085-23: exceed municipal budget appropriation limits (cap bank)
• Resolution 104-2023: contract with JRC South for HVAC maintenance

The Borough Council adopted two ordinances: one raising fees for plenary retail consumption and distribution licenses to $1,606 and club licenses to $86, effective April 1, 2023; another amending the political contributions chapter to clarify statutory citations for pay-to-play rules. The council also introduced five ordinances on first reading, including police department amendments, a parking ban on Baekeland Avenue, a roadway dedication, a budget cap increase, and salary ranges for borough employees. Additionally, the council approved a resolution authorizing a tax sale for unpaid sewer connection fees at 144-150 Lincoln Boulevard.

• Adopted Ordinance 2080-23 raising liquor license fees (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2081-23 amending political contributions chapter (4-0, Carnes abstained)
• Introduced Ordinance 2082-23 amending police qualifications and extra-duty fees (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2083-23 banning parking on Baekeland Avenue (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2084-23 accepting roadway dedication for MSP Roadway (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2085-23 to exceed budget cap by 3.5% (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2086-23 setting salary ranges for borough employees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 106-2023 authorizing tax sale for unpaid sewer fees (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider ordinances regarding alcoholic beverage license fees and political contribution citations. The meeting also includes resolutions for tax deduction status changes, budget amendments, and the release of a performance surety bond.

• Ordinance 2080-23: Amending fees for plenary retail consumption, distribution, and club licenses
• Ordinance 2081-23: Amending political contribution code regarding public contracts
• Resolution 92-2023: Release of $649,083 performance surety bond for Middlesex Residential Urban Renewal LLC
• Resolution 93-2023 and 94-2023: Tax deduction status changes for Block 104, Lot 28 and Block 274, Lot 6
• Resolution 98-2023: Amending the 2023 temporary budget

The Borough Council approved a settlement agreement to resolve litigation with the Grammercy Gardens Condominium Association regarding sewer service billing. The Council also introduced two ordinances, one to adjust alcoholic beverage license fees and another to amend municipal code regarding political contributions. Additionally, the Council approved an emergency temporary budget appropriation and authorized the release of a performance bond for 'The View' project.

• Approved settlement agreement with Grammercy Gardens (Unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2080-23 for alcohol license fees (Unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2081-23 regarding political contributions (Unanimous)
• Approved emergency temporary budget appropriation (Unanimous)
• Released $649,083 performance bond for 'The View' (Unanimous)
• Renewed Cahoots, Inc. liquor license (Unanimous)
• Transferred police vehicle to Construction Department (Unanimous)
• Approved $150 refund to Bound Brook Chicken, LLC (Unanimous)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing and final adoption on Ordinance 2079-23, which amends Chapter 86 (Filming) Section 86-2 regarding the Film Commission. The consent agenda includes resolutions on retirements, a property sale, bond release, fee waivers, and hiring, among other routine items. The meeting also includes an executive session on an environmental study and salary adjustments.

• Ordinance 2079-23 amending Chapter 86 Filming, Section 86-2 Film Commission
• Resolution 77-2023 releasing $72,121 cash performance bond for Middlesex Residential Urban Renewal LLC, pending $108,181 maintenance bond
• Resolution 82-2023 authorizing purchase and sale agreement for Block 154, Lot 1 for $440,000
• Resolution 87-2023 hiring Tyler Gronau as Part Time Director of Code Enforcement and Zoning at $55,000 annual salary
• Resolution 78-2023 waiving permit fees for Parker Engine & Hose Co. No. 4 fence installation

The Borough Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2079-23, amending the Film Commission chapter to establish a three-member commission and a resident volunteer liaison. The council also approved a $440,000 purchase and sale agreement for Block 154, Lot 1, and hired Tyler Gronau as part-time Director of Code Enforcement and Zoning at $55,000 annually. Several other resolutions were passed, including accepting two DPW retirements with allowances totaling $15,095.04 and releasing a $72,121 performance bond for 'The View' project.

• Adopted Ordinance 2079-23 amending Film Commission (unanimous)
• Approved $440,000 purchase agreement for Block 154, Lot 1 (unanimous)
• Hired Tyler Gronau as part-time Director of Code Enforcement and Zoning at $55,000/year (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of John Loss with $2,163.84 allowance (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Keith Giuliano with $12,931.20 allowance (unanimous)
• Released $72,121 cash performance bond for 'The View' project pending $108,181 maintenance bond (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 HUD funds totaling $63,854 (unanimous)
• Approved Parker Engine & Hose Co. No. 4 coin toss events on April 8 and October 14, 2023 (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Middlesex Borough Council will hold its regular meeting to vote on routine resolutions including leasing a police copier for $8,640, releasing final payments for a 2019 road project, and appointing a new Board of Health member. The agenda also includes introductions of an ordinance amending filming regulations and public hearings on ordinances.

• Appointment of Ken Griggs to the Board of Health
• Lease of Sharp BP-70M45 Copier for Police Records Department ($8,640)
• Rejection of bids for Police Department RTU Replacement Project
• Release of final payment to Stilo Excavation, Inc. for Fisher Avenue and Ashland Road project
• Amendment of Public Works Employees Collective Negotiations Agreement

The Borough Council approved the lease of a new copier for the Police Records Department and authorized an amendment to the public works employees' collective negotiations agreement to correct a typographical error. Additionally, the Council rejected all bids for the Police Department RTU replacement project due to costs exceeding the budget and approved the release of a performance bond for a 2019 road improvement project.

• Appointed Ken Griggs to the Board of Health (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to amend Film Commission code (5-0)
• Approved $8,640 lease for Police Department copier (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for Police Department RTU replacement (5-0)
• Declared old Savin MP4002 printer as surplus (5-0)
• Released performance bond for 2019 road project (5-0)
• Approved amendment to public works union contract (5-0)
• Authorized $55 tax sale recording fee refund (5-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider a consent agenda with routine resolutions, including appointing Michael La Place as Administrator at $150,000 annually, adjusting salaries, awarding contracts, and making several appointments and hires. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Resolution 39-2023: Appoint Michael La Place as Administrator, annual salary $150,000
• Resolution 42-2023: Award fire alarm system contract to Haig's Service Corp., $39,400
• Resolution 43-2023: Award water slide refurbishment to Safe Slide, $22,303
• Resolution 48-2023: Hire Jenna Costantino as Administrative Assistant, $43,000/year
• Resolution 59-2023: Hire Mackenzie Meixner as Recreation Program Coordinator, $43,000/year

The Council appointed Michael La Place as Borough Administrator with an annual salary of $150,000. Several municipal contracts were awarded, including a fire alarm system for the police department and water slide refurbishment for the community pool.

• Appointed Michael La Place as Borough Administrator at $150,000/year (3-0)
• Awarded $39,400 fire alarm system contract to Haig’s Service Corp.
• Awarded $22,303 water slide refurbishment contract to Safe Slide
• Appointed Spero Kalambakas as Municipal Court Judge for a three-year term
• Approved $48,000 annual salary for Administrative Assistant Kelsey Meixner
• Hired Jenna Costantino as Administrative Assistant for Office of Aging and Disabled Services at $43,000/year
• Hired Mackenzie Meixner as Recreation Program Coordinator at $43,000/year
• Appointed Stephen C. Kortbawi to Cultural & Heritage Committee (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Mayor and Council are holding a special meeting to discuss the Borough Administrator position. The agenda includes a resolution for an Executive Session to address this matter.

• Resolution 37-2023 Executive Session regarding the Borough Administrator position

The Borough Council held a special meeting with no public comments. The only substantive action was a unanimous vote to enter closed session to discuss the Borough Administrator position, with Councilman Rex absent. No other decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution 37-2023 to enter executive session for Borough Administrator discussion (unanimous, Rex absent)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution authorizing an application for a grant from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. The council will also enter executive session to interview candidates for the borough administrator position. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as the flag salute, roll call, and public comment period.

• Resolution 35-2023: Authorizing application for a grant from the NJ Department of Community Affairs
• Resolution 36-2023: Executive session for borough administrator interviews

The Borough Council unanimously authorized applying for a $100,000 grant from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs to fund restroom replacement at Mountain View Park, fencing updates to athletic fields, and community pool upgrades including a swim slide. The council also unanimously approved a resolution to enter closed session to discuss Borough Administrator interviews. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized grant application to NJ DCA for ~$100,000 for park and pool upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved executive session for Borough Administrator interviews (unanimous)

Borough Council

The Middlesex Borough Council held its annual reorganizational meeting to swear in three new council members and reappoint multiple municipal attorneys, engineers, and department heads for 2023. The meeting also included routine administrative actions such as adopting Roberts Rules of Order and approving official newspapers.

• Swearing in of Councilman Jeremiah Carnes, Councilman Robert Dessino, and Councilman Michael Conahan
• Appointment of Christopher M. Corsini as Borough Attorney (Resolution 1-2023)
• Appointment of Suplee, Clooney & Company as Borough Auditor (Resolution 2-2023)
• Appointment of Colliers Engineering & Design as Borough Engineer (Resolution 3-2023)
• Fee increase to $25 per tax sale notice for unpaid taxes (Resolution 24-2023)

The Borough Council held its reorganizational meeting to appoint the Council President, various board members, and professional service providers for 2023. The Council also established a temporary operating budget and endorsed a 'Buy Local Policy'.

• Appointed Councilman Conahan as Council President (unanimous)
• Approved temporary operating budget of $7,831,448.94 and swim pool budget of $100,000.00 (unanimous)
• Appointed Christopher M. Corsini as Borough Attorney (unanimous)
• Appointed Suplee, Clooney & Company as Borough Auditor (unanimous)
• Appointed Colliers Engineering & Design as Borough Engineer (unanimous)
• Appointed Bruno Associates as Grant Writer (unanimous)
• Endorsed the 'Buy Local Policy' to support borough businesses (unanimous)
• Approved various appointments to the Board of Health, Library Board, and Joint Land Use Board (unanimous)