Millville public meetings in 2021

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting to review bills and consider two contract amendments for professional services. These items involve increasing the funding limits for two specific firms.

• First Amendment to Professional Services Contract with Kavanagh & Kavanagh, LLC not to exceed $4,000.00
• First Amendment to Professional Services Contract with Chance & McCann, LLC not to exceed $15,600.00

The Millville City Commission held its end-of-year meeting on December 30, 2021, with Mayor Santiago presiding. The commission approved payment of all bills and wires totaling $226,691.16, and approved two professional services contract amendments: Resolution 313-2021 with Kavanagh & Kavanagh, LLC for an additional $4,000, and Resolution 314-2021 with Chance & McCann, LLC for an additional $15,600. All votes were unanimous (4-0). No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned with all in favor.

• Approved payment of bills and wires totaling $226,691.16 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 313-2021: First Amendment to contract with Kavanagh & Kavanagh, LLC, additional $4,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 314-2021: First Amendment to contract with Chance & McCann, LLC, additional $15,600 (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing several salary and sewer ordinances, including a five-year tax abatement for a car wash project. The body is also awarding professional service contracts for infrastructure and redevelopment projects.

• Five-year tax abatement for ModWash Express Car Wash at 2007 N. 2nd St.
• Professional services contract for Maurice River Bikeway Trail / Phase V with Taylor Wiseman & Taylor not to exceed $233,000.00
• Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation contract for Cedar St, Sassafras St and 11 St with Vortex Services, LLC for $98,845.00
• Shared Services Agreement with Cumberland County for 'Code Blue' Warming Center allocating $25,000.00 to the City
• Redevelopment Agreement with Agriterra, LLC for 44 +/- acre tract at 501 Bogden Blvd.

The Millville City Commission approved several key items, including a $233,000 professional services contract for the Maurice River Bikeway Trail Phase V design, a redevelopment agreement with Agriterra LLC for a 44-acre tract in the James R. Hurley Industrial Park, and a purchase and sale agreement with Levoni American Corp. They also passed ordinances on final reading, including a tax abatement for ModWash Express Car Wash and salary ordinance changes. All votes were unanimous except for one salary ordinance (3-1).

• Approved $233,000 engineering contract for Maurice River Bikeway Trail Phase V (4-0)
• Approved redevelopment agreement with Agriterra LLC for 501 Bogden Blvd (4-0)
• Approved purchase and sale agreement with Levoni American Corp (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance 36-2021 tax abatement for ModWash Express Car Wash (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance 37-2021 aligning salary ordinance with Admin Unit contract (3-1)
• Approved $98,845 sewer rehabilitation contract to Vortex Services (4-0)
• Approved Code Blue warming center shared services agreement with county (4-0)
• Authorized advertising for 2022 HVAC maintenance bids (4-0)

Planning

The Planning Board is reviewing applications for a two-phase expansion of the Oatly manufacturing plant and a double drive-thru for Burger King. The board is also considering a recommendation for the Laurel Lake Overlay segment of the Zoning Ordinance.

• Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan for Oatly manufacturing plant expansion at 719 Orange Street
• Minor Site Plan for a double drive-thru at Burger King, 1601 N. High Street
• Recommendation of the Laurel Lake Overlay segment for the Chapter 30 Zoning Ordinance
• NJDEP proposed emergency repairs to a culvert under Route 47 over the Petticoat Branch
• Minor subdivision deed review for Nabb Solar I, LLC (Block 2 and Block 3)

City Commission

The City Commission is deciding on several land sales and support agreements for cannabis facilities, including a proposed sale of 47 acres to Trulieve N.J. Inc. The body is also reviewing a $398,000 bond ordinance for capital improvements and various salary ordinance amendments.

• Proposed sale of 47 acres at 1400 Dividing Creek Road to Trulieve N.J. Inc. for an estimated $1,410,000
• Bond Ordinance for capital improvements and acquisitions appropriating $398,000
• Proposed 5-year tax abatement for ModWash Express Car Wash at 2007 N 2nd St
• Professional service contract with McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC not to exceed $25,000
• Additional $70,000 for labor counsel contract with Marmero Law, LLC

The Millville City Commission approved a $1.41M land sale to Trulieve N.J. Inc. for a cannabis facility, ratified a collective bargaining agreement with the Administrative Unit (2021-2024), and advanced several ordinances on first reading, including a tax abatement for ModWash Express Car Wash. The commission also approved a settlement with Wawa and multiple letters of intent for cannabis-related developments. All votes were unanimous except for the Administrative Unit contract, which passed 4-1 with Commissioner Udalovas dissenting.

• Approved sale of 47 acres at 1400 Dividing Creek Road to Trulieve N.J. Inc. for $1,410,000 (5-0)
• Ratified Administrative Unit collective bargaining agreement for 2021-2024 (4-1)
• Approved first reading of tax abatement ordinance for ModWash Express Car Wash at 2007 N 2nd St
• Approved settlement agreement with Wawa Inc. #0964 (5-0)
• Approved letter of intent with Levoni America Corp for Block 136, Lot 1 (5-0)
• Approved letter of intent with Herb-A-More LLC for part of Block 125.03, Lot 11 (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for Apothca Cultivation Inc. at 609 Orange Street (5-0)
• Approved $398,000 bond ordinance for capital improvements (5-0)

Zoning

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing several applications, including a request for a digital billboard on Route 55 and a residential conversion project. The board also approved a resolution for Millville Savings Bank to upgrade existing signs on High Street and 2nd Street.

• Resolution #13-2021: Approval for Millville Savings Bank to upgrade two signs to digital signs at High Street and 2nd Street
• Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC: Request for a 'D' Variance to erect a digital billboard for Route 55 at 3322 College Dr.
• Reythmno Enterprises, LLC: Proposed conversion of a second floor at 608-61REC N High St into two 3-bedroom residential units
• David and Bonnie Lynn Torpey: Request for a minor subdivision and various variances for a single-family dwelling at 409 Hogbin Road
• Re-appointment of regular member Sheila Roselle

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing several high-cost acquisitions and infrastructure projects. The body is also considering updates to city codes regarding signs and fences, as well as support for cannabis facilities.

• Purchase of a Pierce 100ft Duty Aerial Tower Fire Truck for $1,470,436.47
• Award of Fifth Street Road Reconstruction bid to L. Feriozzi Concrete Company for $593,488.50
• Bond Ordinance for capital improvements appropriating $398,000.00
• Letters of support for Trulieve Cannabis and Ascension Cannabis Brands for cultivation and manufacturing facilities
• NJDOT Municipal Aid revenue of $525,497.00 for Columbia Avenue, Riverside Drive and 5th Street roadway improvements

The Millville City Commission approved the purchase of a Pierce 100ft Duty Aerial Tower Fire Truck for $1,470,436.47, awarded a $593,488.50 road reconstruction contract, and approved letters of support for two cannabis companies. Several previously adopted resolutions were rescinded due to procedural issues, and a bond ordinance for capital improvements was adopted.

• Approved purchase of Pierce 100ft Duty Aerial Tower Fire Truck for $1,470,436.47 (5-0)
• Awarded Fifth Street Road Reconstruction bid to L. Feriozzi Concrete Company for $593,488.50 (5-0)
• Approved bond ordinance appropriating $398,000 for capital improvements (5-0)
• Approved Letter of Support for Trulieve Cannabis (5-0)
• Approved Letter of Support for Ascension Cannabis Brands (5-0)
• Rescinded Resolution 256-2021 (liquor license transfer) due to background check failure (5-0)
• Rescinded Resolution 257-2021 (shared services agreement) (5-0)
• Authorized advertising for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation bids (5-0)

Planning

The Planning Board is reviewing site plans for Nabb Solar I LLC and a wetland report for 1953 Fairton Road. The board is also considering a draft for the Laurel Lake Overlay.

• Review of final site plans for Nabb Solar I LLC
• Wetland determination for 1953 Fairton Road (Block 52 Lot 16)
• Draft of the Laurel Lake Overlay
• Re-appointment of board member Larry Malone

The Millville Planning Board held a routine meeting with no formal resolutions. It noted and filed a Cumberland County health department letter about a soil test at 1953 Fairton Road, final site plans from Nabb Solar 1 LLC, and a freshwater wetland interpretation line submission. The board also discussed a draft Laurel Lake Overlay revision, recommending all single-family dwellings be permitted instead of conditional, and agreed to incorporate it into the 2020 draft for future adoption.

• Approved October 13, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted and filed Cumberland County health dept letter on 1953 Fairton Road soil test
• Noted and filed Nabb Solar 1 LLC final site plans for review by Pennoni Engineering
• Noted and filed Nabb Solar 1 LLC freshwater wetland/flood hazard submission to NJDEP
• Discussed Laurel Lake Overlay draft; no new zoning standards recommended

Zoning

This zoning board meeting is canceled and will be postponed to December 2, 2021. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for this date.

• Meeting canceled and rescheduled to December 2, 2021

The November 4, 2021 Zoning Board meeting was canceled and postponed to December 2, 2021. No substantive decisions were made.

• Canceled Nov. 4 zoning board meeting
• Postponed meeting to Dec. 2, 2021

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing a bond ordinance for capital projects and updates to city codes regarding signs, fences, and personnel policies. The body is also considering several professional service contracts and a sewer utility equipment purchase.

• Bond Ordinance for capital improvements appropriating $398,000
• Purchase of a Grit Classifier Screw Conveyor for Sewer Utility for $79,122.22
• Shared Services Agreement with Cumberland County Improvement Authority for Capital Projects Management up to $125,000
• Ordinances to modernize regulations for fences, walls, hedges, and signs
• Additional $10,000 award to Marmero Law, LLC for tax appeals counsel

The Millville City Commission approved a $398,000 bond ordinance on first reading for various capital improvements, with final consideration set for December 7, 2021. The board also advanced first readings of ordinances to modernize regulations for fences and signs, with final consideration on November 15, 2021. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The commission also approved a consent agenda and several resolutions, including a $79,122.22 purchase for the Sewer Utility and a $125,000 shared services agreement for capital projects management.

• Approved $398,000 bond ordinance on first reading (5-0)
• Advanced fence ordinance modernization on first reading (5-0)
• Advanced sign ordinance modernization on first reading (5-0)
• Approved $79,122.22 Grit Classifier Screw Conveyor purchase (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 shared services agreement with Cumberland County Improvement Authority (5-0)
• Approved $20,760.74 in UEZ funds for Millville-Vineland UEZ administration (5-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer from Grayling Corp to Brinker Freehold, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including tax adjustments and lien authorizations (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting to discuss updates to land use fees and personnel policies. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding city contracts, redevelopment letters of intent, and the purchase of a vehicle for the Water Department.

• Purchase of a 2022 Ford F-450 for the Millville Water Department for $61,045.50
• Appointment of Franklin J. Riesenburger as Environmental Counsel not to exceed $37,500.00
• Second reading of an ordinance amending Millville Code Chapter 30 regarding land use fees
• Redevelopment Letter of Intent with Symphony Brands Holding Company, LLC for Block 260, Lot 5
• Amendment of Letter of Intent for Sweet Spot Cannabis at Hurley Industry Park

The Millville City Commission failed to approve a resolution for a Letter of Intent with Symphony Brands Holding Company, LLC for redevelopment of Block 260, Lot 5, after no motion was made. The Commission did approve an amended Letter of Intent for Sweet Spot Cannabis for a Class I Cultivator facility. Other actions included approving the CY2021 Best Practices worksheet, several resolutions, and ordinances on second and first reading.

• Letter of Intent with Symphony Brands Holding Company failed (no motion made)
• Approved amended Letter of Intent for Sweet Spot Cannabis (5-0)
• Approved CY2021 Best Practices worksheet submission (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 30 Land Use fees (5-0)
• Approved ordinance on first reading amending Personnel Policies (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions 239-2021 and 240-2021 (5-0)
• Approved resolutions 241-2021 through 247-2021 (5-0)
• Authorized advertising for CY 2022 Work Uniforms bids (5-0)

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is reviewing correspondence regarding wastewater and septic system modifications. The board is also considering a resolution to extend a timeline for Nabb Solar, LLC.

• Oatly wastewater treatment system modification at 719 Orange Street to increase flow to 150,000 gallons per day
• Septic system repair and installation at 2235 S Second Street (Block 581 Lot 25)
• Resolution # 15-2021 to grant Nabb Solar, LLC a 2-year extension from February 8, 2021
• Proposed update to application fees
• Cumberland County Agriculture Development Board request to present updated farmland preservation maps

The Millville Planning Board met on November 8, 2021, and approved the minutes from the October 13, 2021 meeting. No resolutions were considered. The board noted and filed a letter from the Cumberland County Department of Health regarding a soil profile test at 1953 Fairton Road, which determined the area is not a potential freshwater wetland. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

• Approved October 13, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted and filed Cumberland County Health letter on 1953 Fairton Road wetland determination

Zoning

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review applications for sign upgrades at Millville Savings Bank and a residential conversion on North High Street. The board also noted an appeal regarding the Liberty Village III solar land lease community project.

• Millville Savings Bank: request to convert two existing signs at 100 Albertson Street to digital displays
• Reythmno Enterprises, LLC: request to convert the second floor of 608-616 N High St into two 3-bedroom residential units
• Public Hearing notice regarding an appeal for Liberty Village III at 2410, 2146, & 2424 Cedar Street

The Millville Zoning Board approved a bulk and use variance for Millville Savings Bank to convert two existing signs at 100 Albertson St to digital displays, with conditions to comply with the engineer report and city ordinance. The board also postponed a variance application for Reythmno Enterprises, LLC until November 4th due to a witness being unavailable. The meeting was otherwise routine, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved bulk and use variance for two digital signs at Millville Savings Bank (all present voted yes)
• Postponed Reythmno Enterprises, LLC variance application to November 4th meeting

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing redevelopment letters of intent for Trulieve Cannabis and Symphony Brands Holding Company. The body is also deciding on professional service contracts and authorizing bids for road work. Other items include updates to the salary ordinance and EMS work schedules.

• Authorization to advertise bids for Fifth Street Road Reconstruction
• Letter of Intent with Trulieve Cannabis for Block 136, Lot 1 in Hurley Industrial Park
• Letter of Intent with Symphony Brands Holding Company, LLC for Block 260, Lot 5
• Contract for Franklin J. Riesenburger as Environmental Counsel not to exceed $37,500.00
• Additional $15,000.00 for litigation services from A. Michael Barker, Esquire

The Millville City Commission tabled a resolution approving a Letter of Intent with Symphony Brands Holding Company, LLC for the redevelopment of Block 260, Lot 5, due to lack of vetting and concerns raised by Commissioner Udalovas. The commission also approved several resolutions, including a contract amendment for litigation services, a letter of intent with Trulieve Cannabis, and an EMS schedule change. Additionally, they authorized advertising for bids for the Fifth Street Road Reconstruction project and approved a salary ordinance amendment.

• Tabled Letter of Intent with Symphony Brands Holding Company for Block 260, Lot 5 (3-2)
• Approved $15,000 amendment to litigation services contract with A. Michael Barker, Esquire (5-0)
• Approved Letter of Intent with Trulieve Cannabis for Block 136, Lot 1 in Hurley Industrial Park (5-0)
• Approved EMS work schedule change to 36/48 biweekly (Pitman Schedule) (5-0)
• Authorized advertising for bids for Fifth Street Road Reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved salary ordinance amendment for Recreation Leader/PT position (5-0)
• Approved Juneteenth as paid holiday in exchange for Lincoln's Birthday (5-0)
• Approved appointment of John F. Wettstein as Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider purchasing five Ford Utility Interceptors and amending a street patching contract. The body is also reviewing a salary ordinance change and an extension for the Urban Enterprise Zone corporation term.

• Purchase of five 2022 Ford Utility Interceptors from Chas S. Winner, Inc. for $156,564.00
• First Amendment to the 2021 Street and Patching Utility Opening Repairs Contract with Arbrisco Enterprises, Inc. for an additional $25,000.00
• Ordinance to increase the term of the Enterprise Zone Development Corporation of Vineland and Millville by 20 years
• Salary ordinance amendment to replace Recreation Program Coordinator ($11-$16/hr) with Recreation Leader ($13-$17/hr)
• Application for Waste Water Treatment Plant Solids Dewatering Upgrade Project

The Millville City Commission approved the purchase of five 2022 Ford Utility Interceptors from Chas S. Winner, Inc. for $156,564, and also approved a $25,000 amendment to the street repair contract. The board accepted the 2020 annual audit report with no violations, and approved several other resolutions including special assessments, tax adjustments, and appointments. New business included permits for a motorcycle ride and a comedy show at the Elk's Lodge.

• Approved Resolution 222-2021: purchase of five 2022 Ford Utility Interceptors for $156,564.
• Approved Resolution 223-2021: $25,000 amendment to the 2021 Street and Patching Utility Opening Repairs Contract.
• Approved Resolution 226-2021: accepted the 2020 Annual Audit Report with no violations.
• Approved Resolution 220-2021: special assessment of municipal liens for board and secure expenses.
• Approved Resolution 221-2021: adjustments in tax and utility records.
• Approved Resolution 225-2021: extended Regina Burke's appointment as Public Agency Compliance Officer to December 31, 2021.
• Approved Resolution 227-2021: designated Heather Santoro as UEZ Coordinator (Vice-Mayor Parent abstained).
• Approved special event permit for National Dual Sport Ride (Nov 7) and social affair permit for comedy show at Elk's Lodge (Nov 19).

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving prior minutes, noting correspondence about a solar project permit and upcoming fee changes, and discussing several items including appointing a new vice-chairman, a fence and sign ordinance, and the Center City Redevelopment Plan. No applications or resolutions are on the agenda for this meeting.

• Planning Board application fees and escrow to be presented for first reading on September 21st, 2021
• Buckshutem Solar I, LLC permit application submitted to NJ DEP, open for public comment
• Appointing a new Vice-Chairman
• Fence and sign ordinance discussion
• Center City Redevelopment Plan discussion for upcoming meeting

The Millville Planning Board unanimously elected Jay Laubengeyer as Vice-Chairman, who was sworn in by the City Solicitor. The board also approved the July 12, 2021 meeting minutes, with two members abstaining. No formal resolutions or applications were considered, but the board discussed updates to zoning fees, a solar project extension, and revisions to fence and sign ordinances.

• Elected Jay Laubengeyer as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved July 12, 2021 meeting minutes (5 yes, 2 abstentions)
• Noted new zoning permit application fee schedule for future commission review
• Agreed to prepare an administrative resolution granting Nabb Solar a 2-year extension from February 8, 2021
• Discussed updating fence and sign ordinances, including allowing digital signs with 10-second message changes
• Discussed Center City Redevelopment Plan, including public comment and potential changes

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing letters of intent for a cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility and a transload facility. The body is also deciding on the sale of a city-owned lot and a coin drop event for a youth football league.

• Letter of intent for Apothca Cultivation and Manufacturing at 609 Orange Street
• Letter of intent for OmniTRAX to purchase Block 577, Lot 1 for a transload facility
• Sale of city-owned lot at 124-126 South 6th Street to Shirley Keller for $5,000.00
• Application for Holly City Football League coin drop at Buckshutem Road and Cedarville Road
• Proposed revisions to Chapter 30 regarding signs and fences

The Millville City Commission approved several resolutions, including letters of support for cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facilities at 609 Orange Street, a letter of support for OmniTRAX's transload facility, and the private sale of a city-owned lot at 124-126 South 6th Street for $5,000. They also approved a motion to receive and file proposed revisions to Chapter 30 Land Use Regulations, and paid bills totaling over $2.5 million.

• Approved letter of support for Apothca Cultivation, Inc. cannabis cultivation facility at 609 Orange Street (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for Apothca Manufacturing, Inc. cannabis manufacturing facility at 609 Orange Street (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for OmniTRAX transload facility at Block 577, Lot 1 (5-0)
• Approved ordinance for private sale of 124-126 South 6th Street to Shirley Keller for $5,000 (5-0)
• Approved ordinance for Holly City Football League coin drop on October 2-3, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved motion to receive and file proposed revisions to Chapter 30 Land Use Regulations (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including tax adjustments and mortgage discharge (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $2,535,365.41 (5-0)

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and resolutions, and to hear two postponed applications. The applications, for a sign variance and a residential conversion, were postponed due to lack of quorum. The board will also consider resolutions granting a use variance for a manufactured home community and a bulk variance for a fence.

• Resolution #11-2021: Granted Liberty Village III a use variance for a manufactured home community in AC-Agricultural Conservation and I-3 Airport Industrial District, Block 52, Lots 89, 90.01, 90.02, 91.
• Resolution #12-2021: Granted Tom Fien a bulk 'C' variance for a 6-inch front yard setback relief for a 54-inch aluminum picket fence at 460 Brenda Terrace, Block 70.04, Lot 26, R-15 zone.
• Postponed: Millville Savings Bank application for sign and use variances for two digital signs at 100 Albertson St, Block 258, Lot 1, B-4 district.
• Postponed: Reythmno Enterprises application for a 'D' variance and minor site plan to convert second floor of commercial property at 608-616 N High St, Block 313, Lot 1, B-1 district, into two 3-bedroom residential units.

The Millville Zoning Board memorialized two previously approved resolutions: one granting Liberty Village III a Use 'D' variance for a manufactured home community, and another granting Tom Fien two Bulk 'C' variances for a fence. Two applications (Millville Savings Bank and Reythmno Enterprises) were postponed to the October 7, 2021 meeting due to lack of quorum for use variances. The board also discussed sign ordinance consistency.

• Memorialized Resolution #11-2021 granting Liberty Village III Use 'D' variance for manufactured home community (4-0-1)
• Memorialized Resolution #12-2021 granting Tom Fien two Bulk 'C' variances for a 54-inch fence (4-0-1)
• Postponed Millville Savings Bank sign variance application to October 7, 2021
• Postponed Reythmno Enterprises use variance application to October 7, 2021

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting to discuss infrastructure financing, professional service contracts, and local ordinances. Key items include a potential loan for wastewater treatment and the sale of a city-owned lot.

• I-Bank loan application for up to $8.5 million for Solids Dewatering Upgrades Project at the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Proposed sale of city-owned lot at 124-126 South 6th Street to Shirley Keller for $5,000.00
• Professional services contract with Roux Associates, Inc. not to exceed $17,500.00 for landfill compliance support
• Electrical repair and maintenance contract for Northeast Electrical in the annual amount of $50,000.00
• Ordinance to remove permit and permit fee requirements for the City of Millville Dog Park

The Millville City Commission approved a resolution authorizing I-Bank financing for the Solids Dewatering Upgrades Project at the wastewater treatment plant, filing a loan application for up to $8.5 million. The commission also approved a letter of intent for Sweet Spot Cannabis to apply for a Class I Cultivator License, and adopted an ordinance removing dog park permit fees. A proposed shared court with Vineland was discussed but not voted on, with several commissioners and residents expressing opposition.

• Approved I-Bank financing application for up to $8.5M for Solids Dewatering Upgrades (5-0)
• Approved letter of intent for Sweet Spot Cannabis Class I Cultivator License (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance removing dog park permit and fee requirements (5-0)
• Approved $17,500 professional services contract with Roux Associates for landfill compliance (5-0)
• Approved $467,837 amendment to GEI Consultants for environmental remediation (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 electrical repair contract with Northeast Electrical (5-0)
• Approved $1,897,676.95 in bills and $1,137,662.03 in wires (5-0)
• Approved special events permits for Downtown Car Show and Hispanic Heritage Parade (4-0)

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting to authorize an executive session to discuss three specific matters. These include contract negotiations regarding land and legal services.

• Contract negotiations for a 12-Acre Parcel at Hurley Industrial Park (Block 125.03 Lot 11)
• Contract negotiations with DRBA regarding a Planning Application to State Historic Preservation Office
• Discussion of possible shared independent courts with the City of Vineland

Planning

The August 9, 2021 Planning Board meeting was postponed to September 13, 2021. No substantive decisions were made; the notice only announces the postponement.

• Postponed August 9 Planning Board meeting to September 13, 2021

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on August 5, 2021. They will consider one new application for a variance, and will also adopt resolutions for previously approved variances. The meeting includes standard procedural items like roll call and approval of minutes.

• Public hearing on Tom Fien's C variance request for a 4-inch aluminum picket fence at 460 Brenda Terr, Block 70.04 Lot 26, seeking relief from a 24-foot setback.
• Resolution #10-2021 granting Jason Cossaboon a C variance for a pole barn and rear yard setbacks at 2530 Newcombtown Road, Block 408 Lot 37.
• Resolution #11-2021 granting Liberty Village III a use variance for a manufactured home community in Block 52, Lots 89, 90.01, 90.02, and 91, subject to future site plan approval.

The Millville Zoning Board memorialized two previously approved resolutions: one granting Liberty Village III a Use 'D' variance for a manufactured home community, and another granting Tom Fien two Bulk 'C' variances for a fence. Two applications (Millville Savings Bank and Reythmno Enterprises) were postponed to the October 7, 2021 meeting due to lack of quorum for use variances. The board also discussed sign ordinance consistency.

• Memorialized Resolution #11-2021 granting Liberty Village III Use 'D' variance for manufactured home community (4-0-1)
• Memorialized Resolution #12-2021 granting Tom Fien two Bulk 'C' variances for fence (4-0-1)
• Postponed Millville Savings Bank sign variance application to October 7, 2021
• Postponed Reythmno Enterprises variance application to October 7, 2021

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting in a special closed session to discuss specific contract negotiations. The items involve property group tax abatements and a redevelopment project.

• Hudson Valley Property Group – 35 Year Tax Abatement/ PILOT – Contract Negotiations
• CCIA Redevelopment Project for Block 463 – Contract Negotiations

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing a bond ordinance for emergency vehicle purchases and several municipal code amendments. The body will also consider contracts for VOIP phone services and psychological evaluations.

• Bond Ordinance for fire truck and police patrol SUVs totaling $1,720,000
• Resolution to reduce purchase price of 25 Airwork Street from $300,000 to $100,000
• Annual contract for Rivell VOIP Phone Service from SHI International Corporation for $45,028.80
• Proposed ordinance to remove permit and permit fee requirements for the City of Millville Dog Park
• Emergency contract with Garrison, Inc. for water system valve installation at Eighth Street and Woodland Ave for $6,000

The Millville City Commission approved a bond ordinance authorizing $1.72 million for a fire truck and police patrol SUVs, with $1.634 million in bonds. The vote was 4-1, with Commissioner Udalovas dissenting on fiscal policy grounds. The commission also approved several other items, including a shared services agreement for redevelopment counsel and an amendment to a professional services contract.

• Approved Bond Ordinance 21-2021 for $1,720,000 to purchase a fire truck and police SUVs, with $1,634,000 in bonds (4-1, Udalovas dissenting).
• Approved Ordinance 22-2021 adding Maintenance Worker 3 Grounds position with pay range $15.00-$31.71/hr.
• Approved Ordinance 23-2021 amending sewer and water meter request procedures.
• Approved first reading of ordinance removing dog park permit and fee requirements.
• Approved Consent Agenda resolutions 183-185 for tax adjustments and municipal liens.
• Approved Resolution 186-2021 reducing sale price for 25 Airwork Street from $300,000 to $100,000 due to property damage.
• Approved Resolution 192-2021 for shared services with CCIA for redevelopment counsel, not to exceed $7,500.
• Approved Resolution 193-2021 adding $10,000 to Barker, Gelfand, James and Sarvas contract for litigation services.

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is meeting to consider two resolutions: one recommending cannabis operations in limited city areas, and another approving a major site plan for PF Global Property Group at 525 Orange Street. The board will also discuss new application fees and land use regulations.

• Resolution #12-2021: Cannabis operations (cultivation, manufacturing, warehousing, wholesale) in limited areas
• Resolution #13-2021: PF Global Property Group, 525 Orange Street, Block 581 Lot 6, I-1 District, for assembly/fabrication/indoor storage of pool liners
• Discussion of new Planning Board application and escrow fees
• Land use regulation discussion

The Millville Planning Board approved two resolutions: one recommending cannabis operations in limited areas and another for preliminary and final major site plan approval of an existing structure for assembly use. The board also discussed but did not vote on proposed fee increases for applications and escrow, and discussed revisions to Chapter 30 of the city ordinance.

• Memorialized Resolution #12-2021 recommending cannabis operations in limited areas (all present voted yes)
• Memorialized Resolution #13-2021 for preliminary and final major site plan approval of existing structure for assembly use (all present voted yes)
• Approved June 7, 2021 special meeting minutes (all present voted yes)
• Approved June 14, 2021 regular planning board minutes (Mr. Laubengeyer abstained)

City Commission

The City Commission is considering a bond ordinance for emergency vehicle purchases and several infrastructure contracts. The body will also review tax sale certificate assignments and updates to the municipal salary and sewer codes.

• Bond ordinance for $1,720,000 to purchase a fire truck and police patrol SUVs
• Bid award of $421,000 to Allied Painting, Inc. for Orange Street Elevated Water Storage Tank Rehabilitation
• Emergency contract of $25,452.00 to Perryman Excavator, Inc. to demolish 200 G Street
• Contract increase for Marmero Law, LLC from $100,000.00 to $150,000.00 for labor counsel
• Proposed salary range of $15.00/hr to $31.71/hr for Maintenance Worker 3 Grounds

The Millville City Commission approved a bond ordinance on first reading to purchase a fire truck and police patrol SUVs, appropriating $1,720,000 and authorizing $1,634,000 in bonds. The vote was 4-1, with Commissioner Udalovas dissenting. The commission also approved a $50,000 increase to the Marmero Law contract, raising it to $150,000, over Udalovas's objection. All other resolutions and consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved bond ordinance for fire truck and police SUVs, $1.72M appropriation, 4-1 vote.
• Approved first reading of salary ordinance adding Maintenance Worker 3 Grounds title ($15.00-$31.71/hr).
• Approved $50,000 increase to Marmero Law contract, from $100,000 to $150,000, 4-1 vote.
• Approved emergency demolition contract for 200 G Street to Perryman Excavator, Inc., $25,452.
• Approved bid for Orange Street Elevated Water Storage Tank Rehabilitation to Allied Painting, Inc., $421,000.
• Approved grant application for Riverside Drive Roadway Improvements (NJDOT).
• Approved grant application for NJEDA up to $50,000 for business district vacancies.
• Approved consent agenda including 18 tax sale certificate assignments and 3 special assessment resolutions.

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a special closed session meeting. The primary purpose of this session is to conduct contract negotiations regarding 25 Airwork Street.

• Contract negotiations for 25 Airwork Street

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on July 1, 2021, to consider two variance applications. The first is a C variance for a pole barn and rear setback at a single-family residence. The second is a use variance for a 332-home development with solar-paneled roofs on Cedar Street. The board will also approve minutes from the June 3rd meeting.

• Use variance for 332 homes with solar-paneled roofs at 2410, 2146 & 2424 Cedar Street (Block 52, Lots 89, 90.01, 09.02 & 91)
• C variance for pole barn and rear setback at 2530 Newcombtown Road (Block 408, Lot 37)
• Approval of June 3, 2021 meeting minutes

The Millville Zoning Board approved a C bulk variance for Jason Cossaboon to build a 24x32 pole barn at 2530 Newcombtown Road, allowing an 8-foot rear setback reduction from the required 20 feet. The board also approved a D use variance for Liberty Village III, a proposed 332-home land-lease community on Cedar Street, with the understanding that a detailed site plan must return for approval. The vote on the use variance was 5-1, with Mr. Carty dissenting.

• Approved C variance for pole barn at 2530 Newcombtown Road with 8-foot rear setback relief.
• Approved D use variance for Liberty Village III, a 332-unit land-lease community on Cedar Street.
• Denied (implicitly) the request for a site plan approval, deferring to a future application.
• Approved minutes of the June 3rd, 2021 meeting with abstentions from Mr. Carty and Ms. Roselle.

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a second reading for an ordinance regarding cannabis business zoning. The body is also reviewing several professional service contracts and the acceptance of state public safety funding.

• Ordinance to permit cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, wholesaling, and distribution in I-1 and I-3 districts, while prohibiting retail and delivery city-wide
• Resolution for a $4,000 public fireworks display by Pyrotecnico at Lakeside Middle School on August 3, 2021
• Acceptance of $48,600 from the Safe & Secure Communities Program for a project totaling $358,244.22
• Sewer Utility purchase of UV light bulbs and ballasts from Kappe Associates for $63,000.00
• Professional service contract for John W. Krause, LLC for reconciliation services not to exceed $12,000.00

The Millville City Commission approved Ordinance No. 20-2021 on second reading, adding Class 1-4 cannabis uses (cultivator, manufacturer, wholesaler, distributor) as permitted in I-1 and I-3 industrial districts, while keeping Class 5 (retailer) and Class 6 (delivery) non-permitted. The commission also approved a resolution amending union contracts to grant Juneteenth as a paid holiday or 8 hours of personal time for 2021, and renewed the city's membership in the Atlantic County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund. All other agenda items, including bills totaling $1,586,324.67, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance No. 20-2021 on second reading, permitting cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, wholesaling, and distribution in I-1 and I-3 industrial zones, with retail and delivery prohibited.
• Approved Resolution No. 152-2021, amending union contracts to include Juneteenth as a paid holiday or 8 hours of personal time for 2021.
• Approved Resolution No. 144-2021, renewing membership in the Atlantic County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund for 2022-2025.
• Approved Resolution No. 143-2021, authorizing a $4,000 fireworks display on August 3, 2021, at Lakeside Middle School.
• Approved Resolution No. 145-2021, inserting $48,600 in revenue from the Safe & Secure Communities Program into the 2021 budget.
• Approved Resolution No. 149-2021, adding $10,000 to the Marmero Law contract for tax foreclosure services, with Commissioner Udalovas voting no.
• Approved Resolution No. 150-2021, authorizing a shared services agreement for the FY 2021 Local Justice Assistance Grant, with Mayor Santiago abstaining.
• Approved bills and wires totaling $1,586,324.67 for the meeting.

Planning

The Millville Planning Board approved a preliminary and final site plan for PF Global Property Group Folsom, Inc. to use an existing building at 525 Orange St for assembly, fabrication, and indoor storage of swimming pools and related components, including outdoor storage. The approval includes compliance with the Pennoni engineer report and planning review comments. The board also memorialized resolutions for a flag lot variance, a site plan with conditional use, and a revised resolution for Innovation Foods, LLC.

• Approved PF Global Property Group Folsom, Inc.'s preliminary and final site plan for the 525 Orange St facility, with conditions.
• Memorialized Resolution #10-2021 for C Variance approval for flag lot relief.
• Memorialized Resolution #11-2021 for Preliminary and Final Site Plan and Minor Subdivision approval with conditional use.
• Memorialized revised Resolution #08-2021 for Innovation Foods, LLC for Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan and Minor Subdivision approval (2-phase).
• Noted and filed a withdrawal letter for SW Bridge Engineers, LLC's application for Winchester & Western Railroad Bridge 43.23.
• Noted and filed correspondence regarding a Deerfield Township Planning Board meeting for a solar facility near Millville.
• Approved the minutes of the May 10, 2021 meeting.

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is holding a special virtual meeting to discuss municipal treatment of cannabis operations, including potential zoning for Class 1-4 licenses in the I-1 General Industry District. The board will also take public comment on this topic. The agenda includes roll call and procedural statements, but the main substantive item is the cannabis discussion.

• Discussion of cannabis operations zoning, including Class 1 & 2 and Class 3 & 4 licenses in I-1 General Industry District
• Reference to Resolution 108-2021 and Resolution 74-2021 regarding cannabis
• Public comment period on cannabis treatment

The Millville Planning Board voted to recommend that the City Commission allow Class 1-4 cannabis licenses (cultivation, manufacturing, wholesaling, distribution) in the I-1 and I-3 industrial zones, finding it consistent with the master plan. The board also recommended prohibiting Class 5 and 6 retail and delivery uses in all zones. The motion passed with five yes votes, and the recommendation will go to the Commission for final action before August 21, 2021.

• Approved motion to recommend cannabis Class 1-4 uses in I-1 and I-3 zones (5-0)
• Recommended prohibiting Class 5 and 6 retail and delivery cannabis uses in all zones
• Found proposed ordinance consistent with the master plan
• Closed public portion of the meeting (all present voted yes)

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting by teleconference. They will vote on a resolution granting a setback variance to Highland Development Group for a single-family dwelling at 1020 Columbia Ave. The board will also note the withdrawal of an application for a railroad bridge and hear updates on the Planning Board's in-person meeting and a special cannabis meeting.

• Resolution #09-2021: 'D' variance for setbacks at 1020 Columbia Ave (Block 352, Lot 17)
• Withdrawal of application for Winchester & Western Railroad Bridge 43.23
• Planning Board to meet in person June 14, 2021
• Special Planning Board meeting on cannabis June 7, 2021

The Millville Zoning Board approved Resolution #09-2021 granting Highland Development Group, LLC a setback relief for a single-family dwelling, with one abstention. The board also voted to return to in-person meetings starting July 1, 2021, following CDC mask guidelines. No applications were heard, and the board noted a Planning Board special meeting on June 7 to discuss a cannabis ordinance.

• Approved Resolution #09-2021 granting Highland Development Group, LLC setback relief (5-0-1)
• Approved return to in-person meetings starting July 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 6, 2021 meeting (5-0-1)

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing a bond ordinance for emergency vehicles and new regulations for cannabis zoning and food trucks. The body is also deciding on handicapped parking additions and various business licenses.

• Bond Ordinance for a fire truck and police patrol SUVs totaling $1,720,000
• Proposed zoning changes to allow cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, wholesale, and distribution in I-1 and I-3 districts
• New regulations governing the operation of food trucks and trailers
• Handicapped parking additions at 333 D Street and 515 E. Vine Street
• Grant revenue of $6,000 from the State of New Jersey Office of Highway Safety

The commission failed to pass a $1.72 million bond ordinance for a fire truck and police patrol SUVs, with Commissioner Udalovas voting no and Mayor Santiago abstaining. The food truck ordinance was tabled until the June 15 meeting after public criticism. A cannabis zoning ordinance passed first reading, and two handicapped parking ordinances were approved.

• Bond ordinance for fire truck and police SUVs failed (3-1, mayor abstained)
• Food truck ordinance tabled until June 15, 2021 (5-0)
• Cannabis zoning ordinance approved on first reading (5-0)
• Handicapped parking at 333 D Street approved (5-0)
• Handicapped parking at 515 E. Vine Street approved (5-0)
• PAL Coin Drop ordinance approved on first reading (5-0)
• Consent agenda approved including liquor licenses and taxicab licenses (5-0)
• Special officers appointed for one-year term (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing several ordinances regarding fire department age limits, a new dog park, and food truck regulations. The agenda also includes a $1,720,000 bond ordinance for a fire truck and police patrol vehicles.

• $900,000.00 NJDOT funding for Millyard Riverfront Walk Project
• Ordinance to increase volunteer firefighter age from 55 to 60
• Ordinance establishing a dog park at 1414 Canal Street
• $1,720,000 bond ordinance for a fire truck and police patrol vehicles
• $25,000.00 shared services agreement for municipal complex architectural services

The Millville City Commission approved a $1.72 million bond ordinance on first reading to purchase a fire truck and police patrol SUVs, with Commissioner Udalovas voting against and Mayor Santiago abstaining. The commission also approved ordinances on second reading to raise the volunteer firefighter age limit to 60 and establish a dog park at 1414 Canal Street. A $900,000 state grant for the Millyard Riverfront Walk Project was received and filed.

• Approved $1.72M bond ordinance for fire truck and police SUVs (3-1, mayor abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 14-2021 raising volunteer firefighter max age to 60 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 15-2021 establishing dog park at 1414 Canal Street (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 16-2021 broadening animal control 'Owner' definition (5-0)
• Approved first reading of handicapped parking ordinances at 333 D St and 515 E Vine St (5-0)
• Approved first reading of food truck/trailer regulations (5-0)
• Approved $900,000 state grant for Millyard Riverfront Walk Project (5-0)
• Approved redevelopment agreement with SM Millville Holdings for 815 N High St (5-0)

Planning

The Millville Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to consider several applications, including a lot line adjustment and minor subdivision for 701 Orange Street, a C variance for a flag lot at 727 Shewchenko Ave, and a preliminary/final site plan and minor subdivision for a solar project on Silver Run Road, Dividing Creek Road, and BuckShutem Road. The board will also discuss municipal treatment of cannabis operations, referencing state legislation. Public comment is invited.

• Resolution #09-2021: Lot line adjustment and minor subdivision for 701 Orange Street (Block 581, Lots 1.01 & 2) in I-1 General Industry Zone
• Application by Michael Robinson for C variance for flag lot relief of 3.25' at 727 Shewchenko Ave (Block 29, Lot 22) in AC Agricultural Conservation District
• Buckshutem Solar I, LLC: Preliminary and final site plan and minor subdivision with conditional use for solar project on Silver Run Road, Dividing Creek Road, and BuckShutem Road (Block 135 Lots 1-5; Block 139 Lots 1-8, 22, 25) in LC Land Conservation District
• Discussion on municipal treatment of cannabis operations (A-27, A-1897, S-3454)

The Millville Planning Board approved preliminary and final site plan approval for the Buckshutem Solar I, LLC project, a 60-megawatt solar facility on approximately 689 acres in the Land Conservation District. The approval includes variances for a 7-foot fence with barbed wire around the substation and perimeter, and a waiver for sidewalk requirements. The board also approved a bulk variance for a flag lot at 727 Shewchenko Ave and scheduled a special meeting for June 7th to discuss cannabis zoning.

• Approved Buckshutem Solar I, LLC preliminary and final site plan with variances for fence height and sidewalk waiver (all present voted yes)
• Approved bulk variance for 3.75 ft additional frontage at 727 Shewchenko Ave (all present voted yes)
• Memorialized Resolution #09-2021 for Minor Subdivision lot line adjustment (all present voted yes)
• Scheduled special meeting June 7th to discuss cannabis establishment zoning (all present voted yes)
• Approved April 12th, 2021 meeting minutes (all present voted yes)

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a teleconference meeting on May 6, 2021, to consider one application: Highland Development Group, LLC requests a 'D' variance for setback relief to build a single-family dwelling at 1020 Columbia Ave. The board will also vote on resolutions for previously granted variances and approve minutes from the April 1st meeting.

• Highland Development Group, LLC: 'D' variance for setbacks at 1020 Columbia Ave (Block 352 Lot 17, RM zone)
• Resolution #04-2021: Sign Pros 'C' variance for Family Dollar signs on High, Broad, and N 2nd St
• Resolution #05-2021: 1601 Millville LLC 'C' and 'D' variances to convert office complex to 50 apartments at 1601 N. 2nd St
• Resolution #06-2021: Mike Lee Robinson Jr. 'C' variance for 6-foot fence at 700 Menantico Ave
• Resolution #07-2021: Nipro Glass Americas 'D-3' variance for electronic sign at 1200 N 10th St

The Millville Zoning Board approved an interpretation allowing a single-family dwelling in the RM/Millyard mixed-use district for Highland Development Group, adopting the applicant's proposed bulk standards. The board also memorialized several previously granted variances, including a 50-unit apartment conversion and a duplex conversion. The board tabled discussion on cannabis operations until the Planning Board meeting on May 10th.

• Approved interpretation allowing single-family dwelling in RM district with R-5 bulk standards (all present voted yes)
• Memorialized Resolution #04-2021 granting Sign Pros a 'C' variance for Family Dollar signs at 711 2nd St. (4-0)
• Memorialized Resolution #05-2021 granting 1601 Millville, LLC a 'C' and 'D' variance for 50-unit apartment conversion at 1601 N. 2nd St. (all present voted yes)
• Memorialized Resolution #06-2021 granting Mike Lee Robinson Jr. a 'C' variance for a 6-foot privacy fence at 700 Menantico Ave. (all present voted yes)
• Memorialized Resolution #07-2021 granting Nipro Glass Americas a 'D-3' variance for an electronic sign at 1200 N 10th St. (all present voted yes)
• Memorialized Resolution #08-2021 granting USA Busy Bee LLC a 'D' variance for duplex conversion at 412 N. 4th St. (all present voted yes)
• Tabled discussion on cannabis operations until Planning Board meeting on May 10th

City Commission

The Commission is considering a $500,000 bond ordinance for environmental work at the Millville Municipal Airport. Other items include tree pruning services by Asplundh Tree Expert Company and several municipal resolutions regarding grants and service contracts.

• $500,000 bond ordinance for environmental remediation and demolition at Millville Municipal Airport
• Authorization for Atlantic City Electric tree pruning via Asplundh Tree Expert Company
• Coin drop authorization for Millville Soccer Association at Buckshutem and Cedarville Roads
• $12,500 resolution for a July 4 fireworks display at Union Lake Park
• Agreement with Cumberland County SPCA & Animal Shelter for animal control up to $164,346.00

The Millville City Commission approved a one-year, $164,346 animal control services agreement with the Cumberland County SPCA, despite public concerns about cost. The board also approved a $48,000 economic development contract with the Holly City Development Corporation, with Vice-Mayor Parent abstaining. Two ordinances were adopted on second reading, including a $500,000 environmental remediation project at the airport.

• Approved $164,346 CCSPCA animal control contract (5-0)
• Approved $48,000 HCDC economic development contract (4-0, Parent abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance 12-2021 for $500,000 airport environmental remediation (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 13-2021 allowing Millville Soccer Association coin drop (5-0)
• Approved $12,500 July 4th fireworks display at Union Lake Park (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 HCDC consulting contract for Neighborhood Preservation Program (4-0, Parent abstained)
• Approved $22,400 water utility engineering contract with Advanced GEO Services (5-0)
• Approved $8,000 police hearing officer contract with Robert A. Verry (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting to discuss and adopt the amended Calendar Year 2021 budget. The body will also consider a bond ordinance for airport remediation and a proposal for a cannabis warehouse facility.

• Adoption of the amended Calendar Year 2021 Budget
• Bond ordinance of $500,000 for environmental remediation and demolition at the Millville Municipal Airport
• Proposed 3,000 square foot Cannabis Warehouse Facility presentation
• Ordinance to increase maximum volunteer firefighter appointment age from 55 to 60
• Professional service contracts including $13,750 for EMS Consulting Services and $27,500 amendment for TRIAD Associates

Planning

The Millville Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to consider resolutions and applications, including a major site plan and minor subdivision at 719 Orange Street, and a lot line adjustment for the Board of Education at 701 Orange Street. The board will also discuss municipal treatment of cannabis operations and hear public comment on that topic.

• Resolution for 719 Orange Street, LLC: preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision approval in the General Industry (I-1) Zone
• Application by Board of Education for lot line adjustment and minor subdivision at 701 Orange Street (Block 581, Lots 1.01 & 2)
• Discussion and public comment on municipal treatment of cannabis operations
• New City Planner Trainee appointment: Yazmin Moreno
• Correspondence regarding W & W Bridge 43.23 Rehabilitation Project

The Millville Planning Board approved three memorializing resolutions (2021-08, 08A, 08B) for 719 Orange Street, LLC, granting approval for a preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision. The board also heard an application from the Millville Board of Education for a lot line adjustment and minor subdivision at 701 Orange Street, which was approved unanimously. The board discussed cannabis zoning options but took no action, deferring the topic to the May meeting.

• Approved Resolution #08-2021 for 719 Orange Street, LLC (memorializing preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision approval)
• Approved Resolution #08A-2021 for 719 Orange Street, LLC (memorializing preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision approval)
• Approved Resolution #08B-2021 for 719 Orange Street, LLC (memorializing preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision approval)
• Approved minor subdivision and lot line adjustment for Millville Board of Education at 701 Orange Street (Block 581, Lots 1.01 & 2)
• Tabled cannabis zoning discussion to the May meeting; no action taken

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting in a closed session to discuss pending litigation and contract negotiations. These matters are being handled under the Open Public Meetings Law.

• Pending litigation: Sherry Trout v. City of Millville
• Contract negotiations with Holly City Development Corporation for economic development consulting services

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting to discuss establishing a dog park at 1414 Canal Street and increasing the maximum age for volunteer firefighters. The body is also reviewing a proposal to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits for 2021.

• Proposed dog park at 1414 Canal Street (Lot 127, Block 236)
• Contract with Vineland Electric for fire department equipment totaling $25,363.20
• Contract amendment for A. Michael Barker, Esquire for $10,000.00
• Ordinance to increase volunteer firefighter appointment age from 55 to 60
• Tax sale certificate assignments to Zion Investment Group, LLC for various properties

The Board of Commissioners approved a $200,000 settlement in the case of Sherry Trout v. City of Millville, with the city's share being approximately $60,000. They also approved a $36,000 bid for demolition of two properties, and passed ordinances on first reading to raise the volunteer firefighter age limit to 60 and to establish a dog park at 1414 Canal Street. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved settlement in Sherry Trout v. City of Millville for $200,000, city share ~$60,000.
• Awarded bid to Perryman's Excavating for demolition of 1729 East Main St and 420/422 North 3rd St for $36,000.
• Approved ordinance on first reading to increase volunteer firefighter maximum age from 55 to 60.
• Approved ordinance on first reading to establish a dog park at 1414 Canal Street.
• Approved Resolution 87-2021 for Route 49 Bridge over Maurice River project agreement with NJDOT.
• Approved Resolution 88-2021 for contract with Vineland Electric for Fire Department equipment, $25,363.20.
• Approved Resolution 90-2021 amending contract with A. Michael Barker for litigation services, adding $10,000.
• Approved all consent agenda items, including tax sale certificate assignments and a special assessment.

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a teleconference meeting on April 1, 2021, to consider five variance applications, including a request for 50 residential apartments in a business zone. The board will also discuss municipal treatment of cannabis operations and hear public comment. The meeting is conducted remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• 1601 Millville LLC requests D variance for 50 apartments at 1601 North 2nd Street (Block 233 Lot 4)
• Sign Pros requests C variance for Family Dollar/Dollar Tree signage at 711 North 2nd Street
• Michael Lee Robinson Jr. requests C variance for 6-foot fence at 700 Menantico Avenue
• Nipro Glass Americas requests D variance for electronic sign at 1200 North 10th Street
• USA Busy Bee Inc. requests D variance to convert home to duplex at 412 North 4th Street

The Millville Zoning Board approved four applications: Family Dollar signage, the 50-unit Glasstown Village apartment conversion, a fence request, and a Nipro hiring sign. The cannabis discussion was tabled until May. The meeting was held via teleconference.

• Approved Family Dollar signage at Block 294 Lot 3, including front, side, and rear signs.
• Approved 1601 Millville LLC's plan for Glasstown Village, a 50-unit apartment complex at Block 233 Lot 4.
• Approved Mike Robinson's request for a 6-foot vinyl fence at Block 537 Lot 33.
• Approved Nipro Glass's flashing hiring sign at Block 264 Lot 2.
• Tabled the annual zoning board report and cannabis discussion until May.

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting in a closed session following the regular session. The body is discussing a legal matter involving Sherry Trout v. City of Millville.

• Discussion of pending litigation: Sherry Trout v. City of Millville

City Commission

The Commission will consider the introduction of the Calendar Year 2021 Municipal Budget. The agenda includes second readings for parking and stormwater ordinances, as well as a bid award for local demolitions.

• Ordinance to add handicapped parking at 133 West Foundry Street
• Ordinance amending Stormwater Management Regulations
• Introduction of the Calendar Year 2021 Municipal Budget
• Contract amendment for Millville Municipal Landfill with Roux Associates, Inc. up to $10,500.00
• Demolition bid award to Perryman's Excavating, Inc. for $36,000.00

The Millville City Commission approved the introduction of the Calendar Year 2021 Municipal Budget and awarded a $36,000 demolition contract to Perryman's Excavating for properties at 1729 East Main St and 420/422 North 3rd St. The commission also passed ordinances on second reading for a handicapped parking space and stormwater management updates, and referred the issue of marijuana retail establishments to the Planning & Zoning Board for review. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Resolution 71-2021 introducing the CY 2021 Municipal Budget (5-0)
• Awarded $36,000 demolition bid to Perryman's Excavating for 1729 East Main St and 420/422 North 3rd St (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 08-2021 adding handicapped parking at 133 West Foundry St (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 09-2021 amending stormwater management regulations (5-0)
• Referred marijuana retail establishment zoning to Planning & Zoning Board (5-0)
• Approved $2,176,817.41 in bills and wires (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish cap bank (5-0)
• Authorized closed session for Sherry-Trout v. City of Millville litigation (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission scheduled a closed session meeting following the regular session on March 16, 2021. The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items.

Planning

The Millville Planning Board will hold a teleconference meeting to consider resolutions, a site plan application, and a Master Plan amendment. They will vote on Resolution #06-2021 for Millville Alley and Resolution #07-2021 for a redevelopment plan amendment at Block 266, Lots 7.04-7.07. The board will also review a minor subdivision and major site plan for 719 Orange St, LLC, and discuss adopting the Center City Millville Neighborhood Plan 2019 as an appendix to the Master Plan.

• Resolution #06-2021: Millville Alley - Four Seasons (Millville Alley Properties, LLC)
• Resolution #07-2021: Redevelopment Plan Amendment for Block 266, Lots 7.04-7.07 (Pharmacy Ordinance Recommendation)
• Application by 719 Orange St, LLC for minor subdivision and major site plan at Block 581, Lots 1 and 1.01 (I-1 General Industry District)
• Presentation: Adopt Center City Millville Neighborhood Plan 2019 as appendix to Master Plan

The Millville Planning Board approved Resolution #06-2021 for the Millville Alley - Four Seasons and Resolution #07-2021 for a Redevelopment Plan Amendment, with one member voting no on the latter. The board also approved a minor subdivision and major site plan for 719 Orange Street LLC, including variances for setbacks, parking, and sidewalks. A Master Plan Amendment to adopt the Center City Millville Neighborhood Plan 2019 was presented and discussed.

• Approved Resolution #06-2021 (Millville Alley - Four Seasons) unanimously.
• Approved Resolution #07-2021 (Redevelopment Plan Amendment Block 266 Lot 7.04-7.07) with one no vote.
• Approved minor subdivision for 719 Orange Street LLC (Block 581 Lots 1 and 1.01).
• Approved major site plan for 719 Orange Street LLC, including variances for side yard setback, parking spaces, driveway width, and sidewalk waiver.
• Discussed Master Plan Amendment to adopt Center City Millville Neighborhood Plan 2019 as appendix to Master Plan.

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a teleconference meeting due to COVID-19. The main item is an application by 1601 Millville LLC for a use variance, minor site plan approval, and other variances to build a 50-unit residential complex in a B-4 General Business District at 1601 N. 2nd Street. The board will also review minutes from the previous meeting and handle correspondence and other business.

• Application for 'D' use variance, minor site plan approval, technical 'C' variances, and design standard exceptions for a 50-unit residential complex at 1601 N. 2nd Street (Block 233 Lot 4)
• Public comment allowed via GoToMeeting (URL and phone access provided)
• Meeting conducted by teleconference due to COVID-19 state of emergency
• Minutes of February 4, 2021 regular meeting to be considered

The Millville Zoning Board met on March 4, 2021, but made no substantive decisions. The only application, from 1601 Millville LLC, was postponed to the April 1st meeting because only five board members were present. The board approved the minutes from the February 4th meeting and then adjourned.

• Approved the February 4th, 2021 meeting minutes
• Postponed the 1601 Millville LLC application to the April 1st meeting due to only five board members being present

City Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for a regular session meeting held via teleconference. No specific ordinances, resolutions, or contracts are listed for decision.

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions including a street patching contract and stormwater regulations. The agenda also includes discussions on local towing licenses and seasonal work schedules for the Department of Parks and Public Property.

• Ordinance to add handicapped parking at 133 West Foundry Street
• Ordinance amending Stormwater Management Regulations
• Contract with Arbrisco Enterprises, Inc. for street patching not to exceed $50,000.00
• Shared Services Agreement for Meals on Wheels Program for $6,900.00
• Special Event Application for God Taught Me Ministries, Inc. at Archer and Arnold Street

The Millville Board of Commissioners approved a $50,000 contract for 2021 street patching and utility opening repairs, along with several other resolutions including a shared services agreement for Meals on Wheels and a towing operator license. The board also approved two ordinances on first reading, one adding a handicapped parking spot and another updating stormwater regulations. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 66-2021: contract with Arbrisco Enterprises for street patching, not to exceed $50,000.
• Approved Resolution 65-2021: shared services agreement with Cumberland County for Meals on Wheels, $6,900.
• Approved Resolution 64-2021: towing operator license for On Demand Towing & Repair LLC.
• Approved Resolution 68-2021: authorizing conflict/back-up prosecutors for Municipal Court.
• Approved Resolution 67-2021: increased temporary budget appropriations for 2021.
• Approved Consent Agenda: including tax adjustments, Parks work schedule change, LOSAP list, and check cancellations.
• Approved ordinance on first reading: adding handicapped parking at 133 West Foundry Street.
• Approved ordinance on first reading: amending stormwater regulations to comply with NJDEP.

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing second readings for ordinances regarding police officer salaries and a redevelopment plan for Block 266. The body is also considering several service contracts and mortgage discharges.

• Salary ordinance amendments for PBA Local #213 and Police Superior Officer's Association (2020-2023)
• Redevelopment Plan amendment for Block 266, Lots 7.04-7.07 to allow temporary pharmaceutical warehousing
• Contract award to Carolla Brothers Landscaping Inc./dba D & R Landscaping not to exceed $115,810.77
• HVAC maintenance contract extension for Falasca Mechanical, Inc. in the amount of $17,210.00
• Application for Tidal Wave Softball to hold a coin drop at Buckshutem and Cedarville Roads

The Millville City Commission approved three ordinances on second reading, including two police salary ordinances (PBA Local #213 and Superior Officer's Association) for 2020-2023, and a redevelopment plan amendment for Block 266 allowing temporary warehousing and wholesale pharmaceutical distribution. The PBA ordinance passed 3-1 with Mayor Santiago abstaining, and the SOA ordinance passed 3-1 with Mayor Santiago abstaining, with Commissioner Udalovas voting no on both. The redevelopment amendment passed unanimously 5-0. The commission also approved a $115,810.77 landscaping contract and other resolutions.

• Approved Ordinance 06-2021, PBA police salary ordinance for 2020-2023 (3-1, Mayor abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 07-2021, SOA police salary ordinance for 2020-2023 (3-1, Mayor abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 05-2021, redevelopment plan amendment for Block 266 allowing temporary warehousing/pharmaceutical distribution (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 04-2021, Tidal Wave Softball Coin Drop on April 24-25, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 59-2021, $115,810.77 landscaping contract to Carolla Brothers Landscaping (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 58-2021, one-year extension of HVAC maintenance contract to Falasca Mechanical at $17,210 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda resolutions 53-57, including mortgage discharges and tax adjustments (5-0)
• Received and filed January 2021 reports from Fire, Tax Collector, and Streets and Roads departments

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is meeting by teleconference to consider resolutions for Agriterra LLC and Nabb Solar, review an amended final subdivision for 45 residential lots, and discuss an amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for Block 266 to allow temporary pharmaceutical warehousing. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and correspondence from NJDOT about a bridge project.

• Resolution #04-2021 for Agriterra LLC
• Resolution #05-2021 for Nabb Solar I LLC
• Amended final subdivision for 45 residential lots at Buckshutem Road and Cedar Street (Block 52, Lots 110 and 115)
• Redevelopment Plan amendment for Block 266, Lots 7.04-7.07 to permit 18-month temporary warehousing of pharmaceuticals
• NJDOT public notice for Rt. 55 Bridge over Menantico Creek

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a teleconference meeting due to COVID-19. They will approve minutes from the previous meeting and consider a resolution granting a use variance for a shed at a single-family residence. The only substantive item is the resolution for Devin Irizarry.

• Resolution #03-2021: Use variance for a 20' x 14' x 15' shed at 115 E. Pine Street (Block 415, Lot 7) in B-3 Central Business District.

City Commission

The City Commission is considering a bond ordinance for Millville Public Library improvements. The agenda also includes several ordinances regarding police officer compensation and a redevelopment plan amendment.

• Bond Ordinance for Millville Public Library improvements of $771,250.00
• Salary ordinance amendment for Police Chief ($70,000.00 - $178,758.84)
• Redevelopment Plan amendment for Block 266, Lots 7.04, 7.05, 7.06 and 7.07
• Salary ordinance amendments for PBA Local #213 and Police Superior Officer's Association
• Bids for demolition of 1729 East Main Street, 420 North Third Street and 422 North Third Street

The Millville City Commission approved police union contracts and salary ordinances for 2020-2023, and passed a bond ordinance for the library expansion. The police-related votes were 3-1 with the mayor abstaining, while the library bond passed unanimously. The commission also approved several resolutions and first-reading ordinances, including a redevelopment plan amendment for temporary warehousing use.

• Approved police PBA and Superior Officer contracts and salary ordinances for 2020-2023 (3-1, mayor abstained)
• Approved library expansion bond ordinance on second reading (unanimous)
• Approved redevelopment plan amendment for Village Drive Healthcare (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance for Tidal Wave Softball coin drop (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Route 49 bridge support and solar projects (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to allow Robert Blizzard to delay demolition of dilapidated building (unanimous)
• Approved RMS Environmental contract for site remediation services (unanimous)
• Authorized bids for demolition of three properties (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission is considering a bond ordinance for library upgrades and a salary amendment for the Police Chief. The body is also reviewing several service contracts and municipal appointments.

• Bond ordinance for Millville Public Library improvements in the amount of $771,250.00
• Salary ordinance amendment for Police Chief (Minimum: $70,000.00, Maximum: $178,758.84)
• IT Management Services contract with SHI International for $80,831.87
• Purchase of two 2021 Dodge Ram 150 4x4 vehicles for Fire Department for $56,994.20
• Professional service contract with Marmero Law, LLC for tax appeal services not to exceed $15,000.00

The Millville City Commission approved a bond ordinance on first reading to fund $771,250 in improvements to the Millville Public Library. The commission also approved a first-reading ordinance amending the Police Chief salary range to $70,000-$178,758.84, despite two dissenting votes. A resolution to appoint Lauren Van Embden as Municipal Court Judge was removed from the agenda, and the commission approved a $80,831.87 IT management services contract with SHI International.

• Approved library bond ordinance on first reading, $771,250 (5-0)
• Approved Police Chief salary ordinance on first reading, $70,000-$178,758.84 (3-2)
• Removed resolution appointing Lauren Van Embden as Municipal Court Judge from agenda
• Approved $80,831.87 IT management services contract with SHI International (5-0)
• Approved $56,994.20 purchase of two 2021 Dodge Ram trucks for Fire Department (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 tax appeal services contract with Marmero Law (4-1)
• Approved $4,000 contribution to Household Hazardous Waste Day shared service (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 9 resolutions (5-0)

Planning

The Millville Planning Board will hold a teleconference meeting to review two development applications: a solar facility on Nabb Avenue and U.S. Rt. 49, and an industrial project on Bogden Blvd. The board will also consider minutes, meeting dates, and resolutions for professional appointments.

• Nabb Solar I, LLC: preliminary and final site plan, minor subdivision, conditional use in AC Agricultural Conservation District (Block 2 Lots 31,35,36; Block 3 Lots 54,57,59)
• Agriterra, LLC: preliminary and final minor subdivision and major site plan in I-3 Industrial Zone (Block 125.03 Lot 11)
• Resolution #1-2021: reorganization and appointment of professionals (Pennoni Associates, CME Associates, Nathan VanEmbden, Kristine Klawitter)
• Annual Planning Board meeting dates for 2021
• Correspondence: appointments of Jose Silva Jr., Jay Laubengeyer, Denise Arrigo

The Millville Planning Board approved two major applications: Agriterra LLC's preliminary and final major site plan for a 63,160 sq ft food processing facility at 501 Bogden Blvd, and Nabb Solar I LLC's preliminary and final site plan for a 50-70 MW solar farm on Nabb Avenue and U.S. Rt. 49. Both approvals included conditions such as FAA approval for a light pole, a decommissioning bond for the solar project, and agreements to address drainage and buffering concerns. The board also reorganized, appointing officers and professionals for 2021.

• Approved Agriterra LLC preliminary and final major site plan for food processing facility at 501 Bogden Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved Nabb Solar I LLC preliminary and final site plan for solar farm on Nabb Avenue and U.S. Rt. 49 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jay Laubengeyer as Planning Board member until 11/11/24
• Reappointed Denise Arrigo as Planning Board member until 11/11/24
• Approved Jose Silva Jr. as Alternate member #1 until 12/1/22
• Approved Gallaher as Chairman (roll call vote)
• Approved Kasuba as Vice-Chairman (roll call vote)
• Approved Kristine Klawitter as Board Secretary and Nathan VanEmbden as Solicitor (roll call vote)

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting remotely due to COVID-19. They will consider resolutions for previously approved variances, reappoint professionals, and hear a new application for variances for a shed and fence at a single-family residence.

• Resolution #17-2020: 'C' variance for signage at 2007 N. 2nd Street (Block 233 Lot 10)
• Resolution #18-2020: 'D' variance for single-family dwelling at 1001 Combs Road (Block 265 Lot 7)
• Resolution #1-2021: approval of meeting dates
• Resolution #2-2021: reappointment of professionals
• Application by Devin Irizarry for 'C' and 'D' variances for shed and fence at 115 E. Pine Street (Block 415 Lot 7)

The Millville Zoning Board approved a use variance for Devin and Barbara Irizarry to keep a 20' x 14' x 15' shed and a 6' fence at 115 E. Pine Street, with the condition that the 6-foot closed fence on the western property line be replaced with a 3-foot closed or 4-foot open fence. The board also memorialized prior resolutions, approved meeting dates and professional appointments, and discussed the annual report.

• Approved use variance for shed and fence at 115 E. Pine Street, with fence modification condition (all present voted yes)
• Memorialized Resolution #17-2020 granting signage variance to Hutton Millville St, LLC (6-0, Latore abstained)
• Memorialized Resolution #18-2020 granting dwelling variance to Eastside Investments, LLC (6-0, Latore abstained)
• Approved Resolution #01-2021 setting meeting dates, time, and official newspaper (all present voted yes)
• Reappointed Worthington as Chairman and Conner as Vice-Chairman (6-0)
• Reappointed Kristine Klawitter as Board Secretary (7-0)
• Reappointed Nathan VanEmbden as Zoning Board Solicitor (6-0)
• Approved March 4, 2021 minutes (6-0, Latore abstained)

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting to adopt the 2021 temporary budget and appoint various professional service providers for the year. The body is also considering a parking placard removal and the sale of 200 G Street.

• Appointment of Brock D. Russell as Municipal Attorney for a flat annual fee of $162,500
• Appointment of Bowman & Company, LLP as City Auditor not to exceed $97,000
• Proposed removal of a handicapped parking placard from 405 Fulton Street
• Authorization to negotiate an extension for the sale of 200 G Street to Anthony DeSantis et al
• Acknowledgement of $3.2 million match for Millville Public Library under the 2017 NJ Library Construction Bond Act