Millville public meetings in 2022

City Commission

This is a tentative agenda for the Millville City Commission's end-of-year meeting on December 30, 2022. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, roll call, flag salute, open public meetings statement, review of agenda changes, bills, public comment, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Public comment portion with 5-minute speaking limit
• Bills approval (no amounts specified)
• Review of agenda changes

The Board of Commissioners met for an end-of-year session to process financial obligations. The board voted to order the payment of bills when properly certified.

• Approved payment of bills (4-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session to discuss two items: a potential tax increase and a vacant and abandoned property application for commercial real estate, presented by City Attorney Brock D. Russell. The meeting includes public comment periods but no formal votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of tax increase
• Discussion of vacant and abandoned property application to commercial real estate by City Attorney Brock D. Russell

The City Commission held a work session to review unexpected budget increases in health insurance and pensions. The board reached a consensus to request a statement of obligations from the DRBA regarding the city airport lease. No formal votes were taken on budget cuts or ordinances.

• Reached consensus to send a letter to DRBA requesting the cost of termination payments for the airport lease

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a public hearing to consider removing Planning Board member Uriah Whyte for failing to comply with financial disclosure requirements under the Local Government Ethics Law. The commission will vote on Resolution No. 337-2022, which authorizes the removal. This is the sole substantive item on the agenda.

• Hearing for removal of Planning Board member Uriah Whyte
• Resolution No. 337-2022 authorizing removal for failure to comply with financial disclosure requirements
• Notice published in Daily Journal and Atlantic City Press on December 1, 2022

The City Commission held a special session to address the removal of Planning Board member Uriah Whyte. The board voted to remove Mr. Whyte for failing to comply with financial disclosure requirements of the Local Government Ethics Law.

• Approved Resolution No. 347-2022 to remove Planning Board Member Uriah Whyte (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission will consider a resolution to award a $1,019,800.00 contract to ARAWAK Paving Company for the Wade Boulevard Roadway Improvement Project, funded by NJDOT Local Freight Impact Funds. The agenda also includes a second-reading ordinance to adjust salary ranges for construction and subcode officials, several professional service contract amendments, and a series of routine resolutions and consent agenda items.

• Award $1,019,800.00 contract to ARAWAK Paving for Wade Boulevard Roadway Improvement Project
• Ordinance 2nd reading: adjust salary ranges for Construction Official ($40,000-$107,200) and part-time subcode officials ($20-$45/hour)
• Resolution to insert $125,000.00 revenue from NJ DCA Neighborhood Preservation Grant into CY 2022 budget
• Resolution approving $8,000.00 amendment to Kavanagh & Kavanagh LLC professional services agreement
• Resolution to apply for ~$75,000 DCA grant for Union Lake Park Upgrades

The City Commission approved a $1,019,800 contract with ARAWAK Paving Company, Inc. for the Wade Boulevard Roadway Improvement Project. The board also updated compensation rates for construction and subcode officials and appointed a new member to the Zoning Board of Adjustment.

• Awarded $1,019,800 contract to ARAWAK Paving Company, Inc. for Wade Boulevard Roadway Improvement Project (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 50 increasing maximum compensation for Construction and Subcode Officials (5-0)
• Appointed William S. Beck IV to the Zoning Board of Adjustment for term Jan 1, 2023 to Dec 31, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 revenue insertion into CY 2022 budget from NJ DCA Neighborhood Preservation Grant (5-0)
• Approved $8,000 professional services agreement amendment with Kavanagh & Kavanagh LLC (5-0)
• Approved Shared Services Agreement with Cumberland County for 'Code Blue' Warming Center (5-0)
• Approved $6,900 for Meals on Wheels Program for 2023 (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for 2023 Professional Services, Occupational Health, and Planning and Zoning Board Attorney contracts (5-0)

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is meeting to consider two resolutions: one approving a subdivision for Heritage Hills Estates to merge two lots on Cedar Street, and another for a courtesy review of a DeSantis Group property. The board will also hear a presentation on the Cumberland County Farmland Preservation Plan and review correspondence from NJDEP regarding a flood hazard permit.

• Resolution 21-2022: Heritage Hills Estates LLC, 2410 Cedar St, Block 52, Lots 88 & 89 - subdivision approval to merge lots into a 5-acre homestead plus 34.939 acres vacant
• Resolution 22-2022: DeSantis Group, 200 G St, Block 260, Lot 1 - courtesy review
• Presentation: Matt Pisarski on Cumberland County Farmland Preservation Plan
• Correspondence: NJDEP Flood Hazard Area Individual Permit Application for Block 2, Lots 31, 35 & 36; Block 3, Lots 1, 54, 57, 59 & 71
• Minutes of October 11, 2022 meeting

The Planning Board approved a lot merger for Heritage Hill Estates and accepted plan submissions from the DeSantis Group. The board also received a presentation on the Cumberland County Farmland Preservation Plan.

• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Resolution #21-2022 to merge lots 88 & 89 at 2410 Cedar St (Heritage Hill Estates)
• Approved Resolution #22-2022 regarding plan submission for DeSantis Group at 200 G St.
• Postponed Gaudelli Enterprises LLC site plan application to January 9, 2023

City Commission

The Millville City Commission will certify the November 8, 2022 election results, swear in Stephen E. Watson Jr. as a new commissioner, and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Items include second readings on police off-duty pay and a part-time purchasing agent salary, plus first readings on cannabis zoning and construction official salaries. The agenda also includes contract amendments, a liquor license, and a bid advertisement for the Sharp Street Safe Streets to Transit project.

• Certification of election results: Stephen E. Watson Jr. (2,946 votes) and Robert W. McQuade Jr. (2,397 votes)
• Ordinance 2nd reading: amend police off-duty employment compensation rates
• Ordinance 2nd reading: add part-time Purchasing Agent salary range $25,000-$50,000
• Resolution: First Amendment to L. Feriozzi Concrete Company, additional $128,481.97 (total $721,970.47)
• Resolution: new liquor license for Fairfield Inn & Suites

The City Commission settled a billing dispute with Xtel Communications and approved several ordinances regarding police compensation and a new part-time purchasing agent. The board also heard a presentation from Collective 60 regarding a planned cannabis cultivation facility. Additionally, the commission authorized a contract amendment for concrete work and approved a new liquor license for Fairfield Inn & Suites.

• Approved $75,000 settlement with Xtel Communications (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 48-2022 regarding police off-duty compensation (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 49-2022 creating part-time Purchasing Agent role (5-0)
• Approved $128,481.97 contract amendment for L. Feriozzi Concrete Company (5-0)
• Approved new liquor license for Fairfield Inn & Suites (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 professional services amendment for Boudwin Ross Roy Leodori PC (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for 'Work Uniforms' to re-advertise (5-0)
• Authorized bids for 'Sharp Street Safe Streets to Transit Project' (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session with a presentation by Chief Lippincott, public comment, and a closed session to discuss contract negotiations and legal matters, including Worldwide Jet, the Public Defender contract, an Xtel settlement, and 2 North High Street. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no public votes on substantive items listed.

• Closed session: Worldwide Jet contract negotiations at 25 Airwork St.
• Closed session: Amendment to Public Defender professional services contract
• Closed session: Xtel settlement proposal (attorney/client privilege)
• Closed session: 2 North High Street contract negotiations
• Presentation by Chief Lippincott

The Board of Commissioners held a work session featuring a presentation from Fire Chief Lippincott regarding staffing shortages and department statistics. The board approved a resolution to enter a closed session to discuss several contract negotiations and a settlement proposal.

• Approved resolution to hold closed session for contract negotiations regarding Worldwide Jet, Public Defender professional services, Xtel settlement, and 2 N. High Street (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a closed session meeting to discuss contract negotiations and legal matters. Items include negotiations for Worldwide Jet at 25 Airwork St., a professional services contract amendment for the Public Defender, a settlement proposal from Xtel, and negotiations for 2 North High Street. The meeting is closed to the public due to attorney-client privilege and deliberative process.

• Contract negotiations for Worldwide Jet at 25 Airwork St.
• Amendment to Professional Services Contract for Public Defender
• Discussion of Xtel Settlement Proposal
• Contract negotiations for 2 North High Street

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on December 1, 2022, to consider two resolutions approving previously requested variances and to hear four new variance applications. The applications include a residential addition, a new single-family home, a commercial tenant change, and a community center conversion. The board will also review minutes from the November 3, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution 16-2022ZB: Approve 'C' variance for Marilyn Lupchinsky to add to a single-family dwelling at 266 Nabb Ave.
• Resolution 17-2022ZB: Approve 'C' variance for Brad Barnes to build a single-family dwelling at 2042 W. Main St.
• Heritage Hill Estates, LLC: 'C' variance to replace and expand a structure at 703 Chickaree Cabin Rd.
• Vandelay Group, LLC: 'D' variance to use former Merritt's Music Service at 16 Pine St. for children's music lessons and office space.
• 27 East 131 St LLC: 'D' variance to change tenant signage from 'Dick's' to Fun City Adventure Park at 2102-2198 North 2nd St.

The board approved a use variance for a non-profit community center and a music lesson facility. It also granted a use variance for a family fun center and approved two residential construction variances.

• Approved C Variance for home addition at 266 Nabb Ave (5-0, 3 abstentions)
• Approved C Variance for single-family dwelling at 2042 W. Main St (5-0, 3 abstentions)
• Approved C Variance for expanded structure at 703 Chickaree Cabin Rd (6-1)
• Approved D Variance for music lessons and office space at 16 Pine St (7-0)
• Approved D Variance for family fun center at 2102-2198 North 2nd St (7-0)
• Approved D Variance for community center at 66 Sassafras St (6-1)
• Approved November 3 meeting minutes (5-0, 3 abstentions)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a $200,000 UEZ grant for downtown improvements, an ordinance amending off-duty police pay rates, and a new part-time Purchasing Agent position. They will also approve routine items like tax foreclosures, appointments, and a shared services agreement with the Landis Sewerage Authority. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 50 (Police Department) off-duty employment compensation rates
• Ordinance adding part-time Purchasing Agent title with salary range $25,000-$50,000
• Resolution to apply for $200,000 UEZ funds for Central Business District Improvements Phase 1
• Resolution to apply for $40,000 UEZ funds for Special Events Downtown Promotion
• Resolution approving $70,000 amendment to W.E. Johnson Engineering contract (total $210,000)

The City Commission scheduled a December 20 hearing regarding the removal of Planning Board members for financial disclosure violations. The board also approved several Zoning Board appointments and authorized grant applications for downtown improvements.

• Scheduled hearing for Dec 20 to remove Planning Board members for ethics law violations (5-0)
• Appointed Jimmie Hollis, Kevin J. Smaniotto, William B. Smith, and Dante Land to Zoning Board of Adjustment (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 grant application for Central Business District Improvements Phase I (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 grant application for Special Events Downtown Promotion (5-0)
• Approved $70,000 contract amendment for W.E. Johnson Engineering (5-0)
• Approved shared services agreement with Landis Sewerage Authority (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to increase police pay for school events (4-0, 1 recused)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to add part-time Purchasing Agent position (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session to hear presentations from the school superintendent and housing authority director, discuss the annual Best Practices Questionnaire, and review correspondence about Planning Board members' failure to file financial disclosure statements. The agenda is largely procedural, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Presentation by Superintendent Tony Trongone
• Presentation by Housing Authority Director Samantha Silvers
• Discussion of annual Best Practices Questionnaire by CFO Marcella Shepard
• Correspondence re: Planning Board members Uriah Whyte and Jose Silva Jr. non-compliance with financial disclosure filing

The Board of Commissioners voted to schedule a public hearing for the removal of Planning Board members Uriah Whyte and Jose Silva, Jr. due to financial disclosure non-compliance. The board also received reports on the city's state best practices score and a proposal to sell Millville Housing Authority scattered sites.

• Approved motion to schedule a hearing for the removal of Planning Board members Uriah Whyte and Jose Silva, Jr. (5-0)

Planning

This meeting of the Millville Planning Board has been cancelled. The agenda included items such as minutes, correspondence, a presentation on farmland preservation, and two resolutions, but no decisions will be made.

• Resolution 21-2022: Heritage Hills Estates LLC, 2410 Cedar St, Block 52, Lots 88 & 89 - subdivision approval to merge lots
• Resolution 22-2022: DeSantis Group (DSG), 200 G St, Block 260, Lot 1 - courtesy review
• Presentation: Matt Pisarski - Cumberland County Farmland Preservation Plan
• Correspondence: Dubois NJDEP Flood Hazard Area Individual Permit Application, Block 2, Lots 31, 35 & 36; Block 3, Lots 1, 54, 57, 59 & 71

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider five variance applications for residential projects, including additions, a new dwelling, and a rebuild after a fire. The board will also vote on two previously discussed variance resolutions and approve the October minutes.

• Resolution 13-2022ZB: Prime Construction variance for single-family dwelling at 34 Noble St.
• Resolution 14-2022ZB: John Wehling variance for addition at 421 Crest Ave.
• Stephen Lippincott: C variance for rear yard setback at 307 N. 11th St.
• Marilyn Lupchinsky: C variance for addition at 266 Nabb Ave.
• Brad Barnes: C variance to rebuild fire-damaged residence at 2054 W. Main St.

The Zoning Board approved several variance requests for home additions and one new home replacement. The board also approved two previous resolutions and postponed one application for Heritage Hill Estates, LLC.

• Approved Resolution #13-2022ZB for single-family dwelling and driveway at 34 Noble St (4-0-2)
• Approved Resolution #14-2022ZB for home addition at 421 Crest Ave (4-0-2)
• Approved C Variance for 1,100 sq ft addition at 307 N. 11th St (6-0-0)
• Approved C Variance for in-law suite and lot consolidation at 266 Nabb Ave (6-0-0)
• Approved C Variance to replace fire-damaged home at 2054 W. Main St (6-0-0)
• Postponed Heritage Hill Estates, LLC application at 703 Chickaree Cabin Rd to December 1, 2022
• Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-2)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding its regular session meeting with several action items, including a public hearing on adding handicapped parking at 220 W. Main Street, approving resolutions for prescription drug services, an escrow agreement for redevelopment, and extending NJDOT funds for road reconstruction. The commission will also consider authorizing bids for the Wade Boulevard Roadway Improvement Project and approving special event permits for a 5K run and Christmas parade.

• Ordinance to add handicapped parking at 220 W. Main Street (2nd reading, public hearing)
• Resolution to extend $525,497 in NJDOT funds for Fifth Street, Riverside Drive, and Columbia Avenue reconstruction to May 15, 2023
• Resolution approving First Amendment with Benecard Services for prescription drug services
• Resolution authorizing escrow agreement with Klein Enterprises for redevelopment in James R. Hurley Industrial Park
• Motion to advertise bids for Wade Boulevard Roadway Improvement Project (bids due Dec 1, 2022)

The City Commission approved an ordinance to add handicapped parking at 220 W. Main Street and authorized bids for the Wade Boulevard Roadway Improvement Project. The board also approved a redevelopment escrow agreement and extended a road reconstruction funding deadline.

• Approved adding handicapped parking at 220 W. Main Street (5-0)
• Authorized bids for Wade Boulevard Roadway Improvement Project (5-0)
• Approved redevelopment escrow agreement with Klein Enterprises, LLC (5-0)
• Extended NJDOT Local Aid FY 2021 funds deadline to May 15, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Jolly Holly 5K Run and Annual Christmas Parade applications (5-0)
• Authorized payment of bills (5-0)
• Approved October 4 and October 18 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved tax/utility record adjustments and account cancellations (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a closed executive session immediately after its 5:30 p.m. work session. The sole matter is a conflict over the use of city-owned athletic fields adjacent to Lakeside Middle School, discussed under deliberative process and attorney/client privilege. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with roll call and the open public meetings statement.

• Closed session on conflict over use of city-owned athletic fields adjacent to Lakeside Middle School
• Discussion under deliberative process and attorney/client privilege
• Meeting noticed to Daily Journal and Atlantic City Press on October 28, 2022

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session with public comment periods and a resolution to enter closed session to discuss a conflict over the use of city-owned athletic fields adjacent to Lakeside Middle School. The closed session is justified under deliberative process and attorney-client privilege. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive action items listed.

• Resolution authorizing closed session for conflict over city-owned athletic fields adjacent to Lakeside Middle School
• Public comment periods for agenda items and general public comment
• Commissioner discussion segments

The City Commission held a work session where they approved a resolution to enter a closed session. The discussion focused on a conflict over the use of city-owned athletic fields adjacent to Lakeside Middle School.

• Approved Resolution 316-2022 to authorize a Closed Session regarding athletic fields adjacent to Lakeside Middle School (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission will hold a regular session with public hearings on a zoning variance fee amendment and a handicapped parking ordinance. They will also vote on resolutions including letters of support for four cannabis businesses at 1401 Wheaton Avenue, a $125,000 grant application for neighborhood revitalization, and a redeveloper designation for the James R. Hurley Industrial Park.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 30 fees for zoning variances and appeals
• Ordinance adding handicapped parking at 220 W. Main Street
• Resolutions supporting A Grow Culture LLC, August Tenth LLC, Forchion Farms LLC, and Elixicor LLC for cannabis cultivation/manufacturing at 1401 Wheaton Avenue
• Resolution to apply for $125,000 NPP grant for Center City Neighborhood revitalization
• Resolution designating Commercial Realty Partners LLC as redeveloper for James R. Hurley Industrial Park

The City Commission voted unanimously to designate Commercial Realty Partners LLC as the redeveloper for approximately 300 acres in the James R. Hurley Industrial Park on Bogden Boulevard, authorizing an escrow agreement for predevelopment activities. The commission also approved a $125,000 grant application for neighborhood revitalization in Center City, adopted an ordinance reducing zoning board appeal transcript costs, and authorized a cross-appeal in a lawsuit against the city.

• Designated Commercial Realty Partners LLC as redeveloper for 300+ acres in James R. Hurley Industrial Park (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 grant application for Center City neighborhood revitalization (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 46-2022 reducing zoning board appeal transcript costs (5-0)
• Authorized city attorney to file cross-appeal in AADARI vs. Hitchner et al. lawsuit (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for Elixicor LLC cannabis cultivation facility at 1401 Wheaton Avenue (4-1)
• Appointed Marcella Shepard as temporary purchasing agent for one year (5-0)
• Authorized bid advertisement for work uniforms (5-0)
• Approved special event 'Laps for Leila' at Buck and Waltman Parks on Nov. 5, 2022 (5-0)

City Commission

This is a tentative agenda for a Millville City Commission work session on October 18, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting includes roll call, public comment on agenda items, commissioner discussions, and a resolutions section, but no specific agenda items are listed. The agenda is largely procedural boilerplate, with no concrete decisions or proposals detailed.

• Public comment on agenda items only
• Discussion by commissioners Romanik, Hewitt, McQuade, Vice-Mayor Sooy, and Mayor Orndorf
• Resolutions section with numbered items 1-11, but no details provided

The Millville City Commission held a work session with no formal votes. Topics included a water main leak on Harrison Avenue, a proposal by the U.S. Coast Guard to remove buoys from the Maurice River, and a recommendation to file a cross-appeal in a pending lawsuit. No decisions were made.

• No formal decisions were made during the work session

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is meeting to approve minutes from September 12, 2022, and to vote on a resolution for Levoni America Corp.'s preliminary and final major site plan for Block 136 Lot 1. The board will also hear an application from Heritage Hill Estates for a minor subdivision at 2410 Cedar Street to merge lots 88 and 89, creating a 5-acre homestead and leaving 34.939 acres vacant. Other business may be discussed.

• Resolution 20-2022: Levoni America Corp. preliminary and final major site plan approval (Block 136 Lot 1)
• Heritage Hill Estates minor subdivision application: merge lots 88 & 89 at 2410 Cedar Street (Block 52)
• Proposed 5-acre homestead portion with remaining 34.939 acres vacant land
• Approval of September 12, 2022 regular meeting minutes

The board approved a minor subdivision for Heritage Hill Estates at 2410 Cedar St, merging two lots to create a 5-acre homestead and a 34.939-acre remainder, after a contentious discussion about zoning and pending litigation. The vote was 5-1 with one abstention. The board also approved preliminary and final site plan approval for Levoni America Corp. at 650 Bogden Blvd. A demolition plan for the Wheaton property was discussed but not approved, with a revised resolution to be reviewed next meeting.

• Approved Heritage Hill Estates minor subdivision at 2410 Cedar St (5-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved Levoni America Corp. preliminary and final site plan at 650 Bogden Blvd (unanimous)
• Tabled Wheaton property demolition plan for revised resolution at next meeting

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on October 6, 2022, to consider three variance applications: an addition to a residence, a new single-family dwelling, and a renovation with a pre-existing non-conforming setback. The board will also vote on a resolution to appoint the board secretary and approve the minutes from the August 4, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution No. 12-2022ZB: Appointment of Board Secretary Mary Harrar
• Stephen Bryce Lippincott, Block 391, Lot 20, 307 N. 11th St.: 'C' Variance for residence addition
• Prime Construction And Development, LLC, Block 527, Lot 16, 34 Noble St.: 'D' Variance for single-family dwelling
• John Wehling, Block 408, Lot 16, 421 Crest Ave.: 'C' Variance for renovation with non-conforming side yard setback (15.5 ft vs 20 ft required)

The Millville Zoning Board approved a 'D' variance for Prime Construction to build a single-family home on Noble Street and a 'C' variance for John Wehling to renovate his Crest Avenue residence. A third application for a 'C' variance by Stephen Bryce Lippincott was tabled due to inadequate public notice, and the board voted to recommend the city reimburse him for republishing costs.

• Approved 'D' variance for Prime Construction, LLC for single-family dwelling at Block 527, Lot 16, Noble St (unanimous)
• Approved 'C' variance for John Wehling to renovate residence at 421 Crest Ave, Block 408, Lot 16 (unanimous)
• Tabled 'C' variance for Stephen Bryce Lippincott at 307 N. 11th St due to inadequate notice; to be heard in November
• Approved resolution to recommend city reimburse Lippincott estimated $175 for republishing and re-noticing (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #12-2022ZB appointing Mary Harrar as Board Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 4, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a closed session to discuss a proposal by a potential redeveloper to purchase part of the James R. Hurley Industrial Park (Block 136, Lot 1). The discussion is for contract negotiations, and no public action is expected during this session.

• Closed session discussion of proposal to purchase part of James R. Hurley Industrial Park (Block 136, Lot 1)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a regular session with public hearings on four second-reading ordinances, including repealing restrictions on formula businesses and updating vacant property registration. They will also consider several resolutions, including extending a purchase agreement with Trulieve and approving a temporary easement for the Maurice River Bikeway Trail. The agenda includes routine items like bills, minutes, and consent agenda resolutions.

• Ordinance to repeal Section 30-220.1 on Formula Businesses, Restaurants or Fast Food Chains
• Ordinance amending Chapter 11 on vacant property registration to comply with P.L. 2021, C.444
• Resolution approving Second Amendment with Trulieve, N.J., Inc. extending contingency to Nov 30, 2022
• Resolution approving Temporary Construction Easement with WAWA, Inc. for Maurice River Bikeway Trail Phase V
• Resolution approving Letter of Intent to purchase former Paula Ring Building at 10 Buck Street from Cumberland County

The Millville City Commission approved a letter of intent to purchase the former Paula Ring building at 10 Buck Street from Cumberland County for redevelopment. The commission also adopted several ordinances, including one repealing formula business regulations and another updating vacant property registration. A special event permit for the Hammer Run motorcycle ride was approved on a 3-1 vote with one abstention.

• Approved letter of intent to purchase former Paula Ring building at 10 Buck Street from Cumberland County (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 42-2022 repealing formula business/restaurant/fast-food chain regulations (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 43-2022 updating vacant property registration requirements (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 44-2022 aligning Planning Board member removal with state law (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 45-2022 updating parking regulations at Fire Hall/EMS building and mini park (5-0)
• Approved second amendment to purchase agreement with Trulieve N.J. extending contingency to Nov 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved temporary construction easement with WAWA for Maurice River Bikeway Trail Phase V (5-0)
• Approved Hammer Run National Dual Sport Ride on Nov 6, 2022 (3-1-1)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session to discuss the Lakeside Sports Complex and will consider a resolution to enter closed session for contract negotiations regarding a potential redeveloper's proposal to purchase part of the James R. Hurley Industrial Park (Block 136, Lot 1). The agenda includes public comment periods and standard procedural items.

• Discussion of Lakeside Sports Complex
• Resolution authorizing closed session for contract negotiations on sale of part of James R. Hurley Industrial Park (Block 136, Lot 1)

The work session included extensive discussion about a shortage of athletic fields for youth sports, but no binding decisions were made. A resolution to enter closed session for contract negotiations was approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 295-2022 authorizing closed session for redevelopment contract negotiations (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission will hold a regular session with several first-reading ordinances, including repealing a ban on formula businesses, updating vacant property registration, and adjusting planning board member removal rules. They will also vote on resolutions, including a new IT management contract with Rivell, LLC for $54,529.60 and canceling the current SHI International contract.

• Ordinance to repeal Section 30-220.1 banning formula businesses, restaurants, or fast food chains
• Ordinance to amend vacant property registration to comply with P.L. 2021, C.444
• Resolution to cancel contract with SHI International Corp effective August 31, 2022
• Resolution to purchase IT management services from Rivell, LLC for $54,529.60 (Sept 1–Dec 31, 2022)
• Resolution to auction city equipment via Municibid from Oct 3–11, 2022

The Millville City Commission approved a resolution canceling the contract with SHI International Corp for IT services and authorized a new contract with Rivell, LLC for $54,529.60 through December 31, 2022, saving $35,839 this year and about $80,000 next year. The commission also passed four ordinances on first reading, including one to repeal a ban on formula businesses and fast-food chains on High Street. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Resolution 291-2022 canceling IT contract with SHI International Corp (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 292-2022 authorizing $54,529.60 IT management services from Rivell, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 293-2022 authorizing tax and utility record adjustments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 294-2022 authorizing online auction of city equipment via Municibid (5-0)
• Passed on first reading ordinance repealing ban on formula businesses and fast-food chains on High Street (5-0)
• Passed on first reading ordinance updating vacant property registration to comply with state law (5-0)
• Passed on first reading ordinance aligning Planning Board member removal rules with state law (5-0)
• Passed on first reading ordinance creating enforceable parking rules for volunteer firefighters at Dock Street (5-0)

City Commission

This is a tentative work session agenda for the Millville City Commission. The meeting consists of standard procedural items such as roll call, public comment, and commissioner discussions, with no specific action items, ordinances, or contracts listed. It appears to be a routine administrative meeting.

• Public comment on agenda items only
• Open public comment portion
• Commissioner discussion segments

The Commission discussed switching to Rivell as the sole IT contractor, with cost savings of approximately $35,000 for the remainder of 2022 and $80,000 next year. New ordinances were introduced to prohibit parking on certain city properties for emergency access, to adopt a state-mandated vacant property inspection fee increase, and to amend Chapter 30 for Planning Board removal grounds and redevelopment plan consistency. No final votes were taken; these items were discussed in work session ahead of the regular meeting.

• Discussed switching IT provider to Rivell, projected savings $35K this year and $80K next year
• Introduced ordinance to prohibit parking on city properties for emergency vehicle access
• Introduced ordinance to adopt state-mandated vacant property inspection fee increase
• Introduced ordinance amending Chapter 30 to create Planning Board removal grounds ('Carty Amendment')
• Introduced ordinance to repeal Section 30-220.1 for consistency with 2017 Redevelopment Plan

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is meeting to consider resolutions and applications, including final site plan approvals for Trulieve and Bloom, a minor subdivision, and signage at schools. The main applications are a preliminary and final site plan for Levoni at 1400 Dividing Creek Road and a courtesy review of demolition plans for the Wheaton Property on G Street. The board will also approve minutes and appoint a new secretary.

• Resolution 10-2022: Four Seasons Phase 3 approval
• Resolution 13-2022: Trulieve final major site plan
• Resolution 14-2022: Bloom final major site plan
• Levoni application: 1400 Dividing Creek Road, Block 136 Lot 1
• Wheaton Property courtesy review: G Street, Block 260 Lot 1 & 5

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is meeting to consider several resolutions and two development applications. They will review a site plan application from Levoni for a property on Dividing Creek Road, and a courtesy review of demolition plans for the Wheaton Property. The board will also act on several resolutions, including ones for Millville Alley Properties, the Board of Education, and cannabis-related businesses.

• Levoni site plan application for 1400 Dividing Creek Road (Block 136 Lot 1)
• Courtesy review of demolition plans for Wheaton Property (G Street and Wheaton, Block 260 Lots 1 & 5)
• Resolutions for Millville Alley Properties, Board of Education, Trulieve, and Bloom Medicinal
• Planning Board Review Time Frame resolution

The Millville Planning Board approved nine resolutions, including final approval for Four Seasons Phase 3, a minor subdivision for Lynne Compari, and preliminary and final site plans for Bloom Medicinal and Trulieve. The board also approved a redevelopment plan and appointed Mary Harrar as Board Secretary. An application from Levoni for a site plan at 1400 Dividing Creek Road was continued pending additional reports.

• Approved Four Seasons Phase 3 final approval (all yes, JL and LO abstained)
• Approved Millville Board of Education new digital signs (all yes, JL and LO abstained)
• Approved Lynne Compari minor subdivision (all yes, JL and LO abstained)
• Approved Trulieve final major site plan (all yes, LM opposed)
• Approved Bloom Medicinal preliminary site plan (all yes, LM opposed)
• Approved Planning Board review time frame (all yes, JL opposed)
• Approved Mary Harrar as Board Secretary (all yes)
• Approved Bloom Medicinal final approval (all yes, JL and LM abstained)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a regular session with public hearings on three second-reading ordinances, including a bond ordinance for roadway improvements and a truck purchase, a handicapped parking addition, and a coin drop permit. The board will also consider resolutions on a multi-hazard mitigation plan, a forensic psychology contract, UV bulb purchases, and several consent agenda items. The meeting includes presentations, public comment periods, and routine approvals of minutes and bills.

• Bond ordinance for roadway improvements and truck purchase, appropriating $825,000, issuing $783,750 in bonds
• Ordinance to add handicapped parking at 616 East Pine Street
• Ordinance to allow Millville Lightning coin drop at Buckshutem and Cedarville Roads on Oct 15-16, 2022
• Resolution for professional services with Institute for Forensic Psychology up to $15,000
• Resolution to purchase UV light bulbs and kits from Trojan Technologies for $93,500

The Millville City Commission approved an $825,000 bond ordinance for roadway improvements and a new bucket truck, adopted several other ordinances and resolutions, and heard a presentation on economic development. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Adopted Ordinance 39-2022 authorizing $825,000 bond for roadway improvements and truck purchase (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 40-2022 adding handicapped parking at 616 East Pine Street (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 41-2022 authorizing Millville Lightning coin drop at Buckshutem and Cedarville Roads (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 287-2022 adopting Cumberland County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Update (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 288-2022 for psychological evaluation services up to $15,000 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 289-2022 for UV light bulbs and kits from Trojan Technologies for $93,500 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 290-2022 to request authorization for RFP for 5-Year UEZ Development Plan (5-0)
• Approved social affair permit for Elks Lodge #580 event on October 21, 2022 (5-0)

City Commission

This is a tentative agenda for a work session of the Millville City Commission. The agenda is entirely procedural, consisting of roll call, public comment periods, and commissioner discussions, with no specific action items, ordinances, contracts, or public hearings listed.

• Public comment on agenda items only
• Public comment portion with 5-minute speaking limit
• Discussion of commissioners by individual name

The Millville City Commission held a work session on September 6, 2022, with all members present. No substantive decisions were made; the session included announcements about a business development presentation and a DRBA meeting. The meeting was adjourned without any votes or public comment.

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider a bulk variance request from Stephen Bryce Lippincott for a property at 307 N 11th St (Block 391, Lot 20). Lippincott is seeking 8 feet of rear-yard setback relief, as his 27-foot setback falls short of the required 35 feet to build a home addition. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call, approval of previous minutes, and correspondence.

• Bulk variance request: 8-foot rear-yard setback relief at 307 N 11th St
• Property: Block 391, Lot 20
• Applicant: Stephen Bryce Lippincott
• Public comment period per Open Public Meetings Act
• Roll call of board members

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding its regular session on August 16, 2022, with several items for decision. Key actions include a second reading of ordinances to add new administrative positions (Deputy Director of Public Affairs/PT and Assistant Chief Accountant) with specified salary ranges, and a first reading of a bond ordinance for $825,000 in roadway improvements and a truck purchase. The agenda also includes resolutions for chemical supply contracts, a professional services amendment, and consent agenda items such as a grant and property liens.

• Bond ordinance for $825,000 in roadway improvements and truck purchase, with $783,750 in bonds
• Ordinance to add Deputy Director of Public Affairs/PT (salary $10,000-$32,155.38)
• Ordinance to add Assistant Chief Accountant (salary $40,000-$119,389.99)
• Resolution awarding chemical supply contracts to Univar Solutions and George S. Coyne Chemical Co.
• Resolution to submit a consolidated Land Use Board ordinance to public referendum

The Millville City Commission voted 5-0 to adopt Ordinance 37-2022, creating a part-time Deputy Director of Public Affairs position with a salary range of $10,000 to $32,155.38. The position replaces the Executive Assistant role and allows Mayor Orndorf to delegate authority when absent. The commission also approved a bond ordinance on first reading for $825,000 in roadway improvements and a truck purchase, and adopted a resolution to put a consolidated Land Use Board question on the ballot for voter referendum.

• Adopted Ordinance 37-2022 creating Deputy Director of Public Affairs/PT position (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 38-2022 creating Assistant Chief Accountant position (5-0)
• Approved bond ordinance on first reading for $825,000 in roadway improvements and truck purchase
• Approved first reading of ordinance to add handicapped parking at 616 East Pine Street
• Approved first reading of ordinance allowing Millville Lightning coin drop at Buckshutem and Cedarville Roads
• Adopted Resolution 280-2022 to submit consolidated Land Use Board question to public referendum (4-0-1, McQuade abstained)
• Approved Consent Agenda including grant revenue insertion and municipal lien assessments (5-0)
• Awarded chemical supply contracts to Univar Solutions USA and George S. Coyne Chemical Co. (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session with a presentation from Solar Landscape, followed by public comment on agenda items and general public comment. No formal votes are listed; the agenda is mostly procedural.

• Presentation by Solar Landscape (WS01)

The Board of Commissioners heard a presentation from Solar Landscape on a community solar program that would benefit low- and moderate-income residents with discounted electricity, no rooftop panels required. Two projects totaling 7.5 megawatts are under construction in Millville, expected to power 1,200 homes. No formal action was taken on the proposal during this work session.

• No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a work session with a presentation and discussion only.

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is meeting to consider several applications, including a minor subdivision, new school signs, a major subdivision with 58 new properties, and two cannabis facility site plans. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Lynn Compari – 1411 Cedar Street – minor subdivision
• Millville Public Schools – All Schools – new signs
• Four Seasons – Buckshutem Road – final site plan and major subdivision for Phase 3, 58 new properties
• Trulieve – 1400 Dividing Creek Road – final site plan for 130,000 sq. ft. cannabis cultivation building
• Bloom Medicinals – 609 Orange Street – final site plan for medical marijuana plant

The Millville Planning Board approved all four applications on the agenda, including a minor subdivision, digital signage for schools, the 56-home Phase 3 of the Four Seasons development, and final site plans for two cannabis facilities. All votes were unanimous yes.

• Approved minor subdivision for Lynn Compari at 1411 Cedar Street (unanimous)
• Approved digital signage for Millville Public Schools at four locations (unanimous)
• Approved Phase 3 of Four Seasons development, 56 homes and 2 open spaces, with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved final major site plan for Trulieve at 1400 Dividing Creek Road (unanimous)
• Approved final major site plan for Bloom Medicinals at 609 Orange Street (unanimous)

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider four resolutions, including three variance requests for property improvements and a change to the application deadline. The board will also review minutes from the previous meeting and conduct routine administrative business.

• Resolution 8-2022ZB: C variance for Winfield Pettit III at 12 Unnamed Rd. to improve a city road for residential construction access
• Resolution 9-2022ZB: Height variance for Roger Finckbone at 2327 Millville Ave to build a 40x60 barn for farm equipment
• Resolution 10-2022ZB: Height variance for Mark Brogan at 2511 Cedar St to build a 40x30 barn with a height of 19 feet 7.5 inches
• Resolution 11-2022ZB: New application deadline one week before the next scheduled board meeting

The Millville Zoning Board approved three resolutions granting variances: a 'C' variance for road access, and two height variances for barns. The board also set a new application deadline of one week before the next meeting. A public comment session addressed a farmland preservation resolution passed by the City Commission.

• Approved Resolution #8-2022ZB: 'C' variance for Winfield Pettit III at 12 Unnamed Rd. (4-1-2)
• Approved Resolution #9-2022ZB: Height variance for Roger Finckbone at 2327 Millville Ave (5-0-2)
• Approved Resolution #10-2022ZB: Height variance for Mark Brogan at 2511 Cedar St (5-0-2)
• Approved Resolution #11-2022ZB: New application deadline set to one week before next meeting (5-0-2)
• Tabled review of guidelines packet due to absence of Chairman and Ms. Chainey

City Commission

The Millville City Commission will hold a regular session meeting on August 3, 2022, with several ordinances on second reading, including changes to the planning board, a coin drop for fire rescue, and salary adjustments for EMTs. The commission will also consider resolutions of support for cannabis facilities, approve contracts for demolition, electrical maintenance, and legal services, and handle routine consent agenda items.

• Ordinance to increase Planning Board alternate members from two to four
• Ordinance to raise per diem EMT maximum pay from $25.00/hr to $26.00/hr
• Resolution supporting Smile High Club LLC cannabis cultivator/manufacturer at 2410 Cedar Street
• Resolution awarding $257,523.00 contract to Brennan Bros Contracting to demolish former Rescue Squad building at 300 Columbia Ave
• Resolution approving $622,151.00 amendment to GEI Consultants for environmental remediation

The Millville City Commission voted unanimously to support the inclusion of the Porreca Farm into the State Farmland Preservation Program, making it the city's first preserved farmland. The commission also approved resolutions of support for two cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facilities, and awarded a $257,523 contract to demolish the former Rescue Squad building. All votes were 5-0 unless noted.

• Supported Porreca Farm preservation (5-0)
• Approved resolution of support for Smile High Club LLC cannabis facility at 2410 Cedar Street (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for Audacious NJ LLC cannabis facility at 1401 Wheaton Avenue (5-0)
• Approved resolution of support for Pure Roots NJ cannabis facility at 1401 Wheaton Avenue (5-0)
• Awarded $257,523 contract to Brennan Bros Contracting to demolish former Rescue Squad building at 300 Columbia Ave (5-0)
• Approved $622,151 amendment for environmental remediation at airport site (5-0)
• Appointed Wayne Shelton as Construction Official for one-year term (5-0)
• Approved exclusive broker agreement with Commercial Realty Partners for 416 South 15th Street (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission held a work session to discuss the preservation of the Porreca Farm and the non-aviation use of the Millville Airport by the Delaware River and Bay Authority. The agenda also included a discussion regarding Hankins Pond at Corson Park. No final votes or decisions were recorded in the provided text, which lists these as discussion items.

• Discussion of Hankins Pond at Corson Park
• Discussion of Porreca Farm Preservation
• Discussion of non-aviation use of the Millville Airport by the Delaware River and Bay Authority

The Millville City Commission held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. Commissioners heard a presentation from Dr. Porreca seeking support to preserve her family farm under the New Jersey Farmland Preservation Program, but no resolution was adopted. Other discussion items included low water levels at Hankins Pond, appreciation for National Night Out volunteers, and a broken water main on 5th and Pine.

• No formal decisions were made at this work session

City Commission

The Millville City Commission will hold public hearings on three second-reading ordinances, including a redevelopment plan amendment for the Wheaton Glass Factory, a new Construction Official/Director of Inspections salary title, and changes to towing regulations. They will also introduce ordinances to expand the Planning Board, allow a fire company coin drop, and adjust EMT pay. Several resolutions include a shared services agreement for a federal grant, a letter of support for a cannabis cultivation facility, and contracts for equipment and professional services.

• Ordinance adopting Redevelopment Plan Amendment for the Wheaton Glass Factory (public hearing)
• Ordinance adding Construction Official/Director of Inspections title with salary range $40,000-$97,951.29
• Resolution authorizing employment agreement with Millville Firemen's Mutual Benevolent Association Local 363 (EMS) for 2022-2025
• Resolution authorizing purchase of blower service/inspection from Howden Roots, LLC for $50,523.00
• Resolution authorizing professional services agreement with Roux Associates, Inc. up to $10,500 for landfill compliance reports

The Millville City Commission approved several key items, including a four-year employment agreement with the Firemen's Mutual Benevolent Association Local 363 (EMS), a letter of support for a cannabis cultivation facility at 1300 Wheaton Avenue, and a redevelopment plan amendment for the Wheaton Glass Factory. The commission also adopted ordinances on second reading, including a new Construction Official/Director of Inspections salary and amendments to towing regulations. All votes were unanimous except for the cannabis support letter, which passed 3-2.

• Approved EMS employment agreement with FMBA Local 363, 2022-2025 (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for One Faith Wellness cannabis cultivation facility at 1300 Wheaton Ave (3-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 31-2022, Wheaton Glass Factory redevelopment plan amendment (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 30-2022, adding Construction Official/Director of Inspections salary title (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 32-2022, amending towing and storage services code (5-0)
• Approved $50,523 purchase of blower service/inspection from Howden Roots (5-0)
• Approved $10,500 professional services agreement with Roux Associates (5-0)
• Authorized application for $75,000 ARP Firefighter Grant (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session to discuss agenda items, with a specific focus on cannabis license procedures regarding criminal history. The meeting includes public comment periods and standard procedural items.

• Discussion of Cannabis License Procedures: Criminal History (WS1)

The Millville City Commission held a work session with no formal votes, discussing upcoming ordinances and resolutions, including a towing ordinance update, EMT union contracts, a firefighter grant application, and the cannabis license vetting process. No decisions were made during this session.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was a work session

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is meeting to consider a minor subdivision application from Trulieve for a property on Dividing Creek Road. The proposal would divide a 47.245-acre parcel from a larger 385.164-acre lot to construct a 130,000 sq. ft. cannabis cultivation building. The board will also review minutes from the previous meeting and handle correspondence and resolutions.

• Trulieve application for minor subdivision at 1400 Dividing Creek Road
• Proposed 130,000 sq. ft. cannabis cultivation building
• Division of 47.245 acres from 385.164-acre lot
• Approval of June 13, 2022 meeting minutes

The Millville Planning Board approved all five applications on the agenda, including a minor subdivision, digital signage for schools, the 56-lot Phase 3 of the Four Seasons development, and final site plans for two cannabis facilities. All votes were unanimous yes votes. The Four Seasons approval included conditions such as providing a certified outbounds survey and complying with engineering and NJDEP requirements.

• Approved minor subdivision for Lynn Compari at 1411 Cedar Street (unanimous)
• Approved digital signage for Millville Public Schools at 4 locations (unanimous)
• Approved Four Seasons Phase 3 - 56 lots, 56 homes, 2 open spaces on Buckshutem Road (unanimous, with conditions)
• Approved final major site plan for Trulieve at 1400 Dividing Creek Road (unanimous)
• Approved final major site plan for Bloom Medicinals at 609 Orange Street (unanimous)

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with roll call, approval of prior minutes, and two resolutions. The main business is four applications: a use change for a boxing gym, a C variance for a road improvement, and two height variances for pole barns. The board will also discuss a guidelines packet for applicants.

• Tiyon Johnson: change use from hair salon to boxing gym at TJ's Pound 4 Pound Boxing Gym, LLC
• Winfield Pettit III: C variance to improve Unnamed Rd., Block 21 Lot 20.01
• Finckbone: height variance for pole barn at 2327 Millville Avenue, Block 38 Lot 4
• Brogen: height variance for pole barn at 2511 Cedar Street, Block 125 Lot 24
• Resolution #6-2022ZB to appoint Wanda Somerville as Board Secretary

The Millville Zoning Board approved several applications, including a variance for a produce stand, a road improvement for a new home, and two pole barns. They also appointed Wanda Somerville as the new board secretary. The board dismissed one application with a fee credit and discussed procedural changes for future meetings.

• Appointed Wanda Somerville as Board Secretary (Resolution #6-2022ZB) (unanimous)
• Approved D variance for produce stand at 1908 Newcombtown Rd (Resolution #7-2022ZB) (Velez abstained)
• Dismissed Tiyon Johnson's application with fee credit for future use (Chainey voted no)
• Approved road improvement for Winfield Pettit III on Unnamed Rd (Carty voted no)
• Approved height variance for Finckbone's steel building at 2327 Millville Ave (unanimous)
• Approved height variance for Brogen's pole barn at 2511 Cedar St (unanimous)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a closed session to discuss two matters: rescinding a letter of support for Curchin Cannabis LLC, and EMS contracts. The closed session is justified under attorney/client privilege and contract negotiations exemptions. No public decisions are expected during this session.

• Discussion on rescinding Letter of Support for Curchin Cannabis LLC
• Discussion on EMS Contracts

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a regular session with several public hearings on second-reading ordinances, including a cannabis transfer tax, ATV restrictions, yard waste collection changes, and board member removal rules. They will also consider first-reading ordinances for a new construction official salary and a redevelopment plan amendment for the Wheaton Glass Factory. The agenda includes routine consent items and resolutions for professional service contracts, including a $200,000 increase for CME Associates and a $287,900 contract with AECOM for wastewater treatment plant design.

• Ordinance to impose a transfer tax on cannabis sales by licensed businesses and a user tax on multiple license holders
• Ordinance to repeal and replace traffic schedules to curb illegal ATV use on public streets
• Ordinance to add Construction Official/Director of Inspections position with salary range $40,000-$97,951.29
• Resolution to amend professional services contract with CME Associates, adding $200,000 for total $290,000
• Resolution to award $287,900 contract to AECOM for wastewater treatment plant upgrade design

The Millville City Commission adopted five ordinances on second reading, including a cannabis transfer tax, ATV use restrictions, and a salary ordinance update. The board also approved a $200,000 contract amendment for the Ireland Avenue lift station and tabled a grant application resolution pending clarification on fund distribution.

• Adopted cannabis transfer tax ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted ATV/off-road vehicle use restrictions (5-0)
• Adopted salary ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Adopted yard waste collection amendment (5-0)
• Adopted land use board removal amendment (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 CME Associates contract amendment (5-0)
• Tabled FY 2022 Local Justice Assistance Grant resolution (5-0)
• Rescinded Curchin LLC cannabis letter of support (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a resolution to not renew a lease agreement with 2nd & Main Petroleum, the Forest Walk Development, and a closed session to discuss rescinding a letter of support for Curchin Cannabis LLC and EMS contracts. Public comment is limited to agenda items and a general public comment period.

• Resolution to not renew Lease Agreement with 2nd & Main Petroleum
• Forest Walk Development discussion
• Closed session: rescinding Letter of Support for Curchin Cannabis LLC
• Closed session: EMS contracts negotiation

The Millville City Commission held a work session on July 5, 2022, receiving reports on the Forest Walk Development punch list, the AECOM third clarifier project, and the Ireland Avenue Pump Station design. No formal decisions were made during the work session, but the Commission approved Resolution No. 228-2022 to enter closed session to discuss rescinding a letter of support for Curchin Cannabis LLC and EMS contracts.

• Approved Resolution No. 228-2022 authorizing closed session (5-0)
• Heard Forest Walk punch list items: storm drain, ADA ramps, drive slopes, manhole, hydrants, inlets, utilities
• Discussed AECOM design for third clarifier, to be funded via Infrastructure Trust
• Discussed CME Engineering design for Ireland Avenue Pump Station, using Covid funds
• Reported sewer line break on Broad Street, repairs ongoing
• Noted non-renewal of lease with Second and Main Petroleum

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding its regular session meeting on June 21, 2022, with several first-reading ordinances, including a cannabis transfer tax, ATV traffic regulations, and salary adjustments. The agenda also includes resolutions for professional contracts, cannabis support amendments, and a fireworks display. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Ordinance 1st Reading: Cannabis transfer tax and user tax on licensed cannabis businesses
• Ordinance 1st Reading: Repeal and replace Article X of Chapter 39 to curb illegal ATV use on public streets
• Ordinance 1st Reading: Salary ordinance amending compensation for MIS Coordinator/PT and Supervising Mechanic, adding Sewer Repairer 2 title
• Resolution: Award professional services contract to Triad Associates for CDBG advisor, not to exceed $30,000
• Resolution: Authorize fireworks display by Pyrotecnico at Lakeside Middle School on August 2, 2022, at a cost of $5,000

The Millville City Commission approved five ordinances on first reading, including a cannabis transfer/user tax, ATV impound and forfeiture regulations, and a zoning board removal amendment. It also approved resolutions for a $70,000 engineering contract increase, a $30,000 CDBG advisor contract, and a fireworks display. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved cannabis transfer and user tax ordinance on first reading (5-0)
• Approved ATV/dirt bike impound and forfeiture ordinance on first reading (5-0)
• Approved zoning board removal amendment on first reading (5-0)
• Approved salary ordinance amendments on first reading (5-0)
• Approved yard waste collection ordinance on first reading (5-0)
• Approved $70,000 increase to W.E. Johnson Engineering contract (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 CDBG advisor contract with Triad Associates (5-0)
• Authorized $5,000 fireworks display for National Night Out (5-0)

City Commission

This is a tentative agenda for a work session meeting of the Millville City Commission. The agenda contains only procedural items such as call to order, roll call, public comment periods, and commissioner discussions, with no specific action items, ordinances, contracts, or resolutions listed. The meeting appears to be primarily for discussion and public comment rather than formal decision-making.

• No specific action items listed on the agenda

The Millville City Commission held a work session on June 21, 2022, to review upcoming ordinances and resolutions. They discussed ordinances to create a cannabis transfer and user tax, increase salaries for certain positions, and a resolution to amend a professional service agreement with W.E. Johnson Engineering by up to $70,000. No formal votes were taken during the work session.

• Reviewed ordinance to create cannabis transfer and user tax (no vote)
• Reviewed ordinance to increase Supervising Mechanic salary (no vote)
• Reviewed ordinance to increase Sewer Repairer 2 salary (no vote)
• Reviewed resolution to adopt procedures for federal aid highway projects (no vote)
• Reviewed resolution to amend W.E. Johnson Engineering agreement by $70,000 (no vote)

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is meeting to consider several applications, including height variances for pole barns, minor subdivisions, and major site plans for residential and cannabis-related developments. The board will also review the minutes from the previous meeting. No other business is listed.

• Finckbone – 2327 Millville Avenue – height variance for pole barn
• Brogen – 2511 Cedar Street – height variance for pole barn
• Caputa – 399 Carmel Road – minor subdivision
• Four Seasons – Buckshutem Road – final site plan and major subdivision for Phase 3
• Trulieve – final site plan and major subdivision for cannabis operation

The Millville Planning Board approved several applications, including a cannabis production facility for Trulieve and a medicinal marijuana facility for Bloom Medicinals, both with conditions. The board also approved a minor subdivision for Caputa and Levoni, and tabled the Four Seasons development until August 8, 2022, pending resolution of engineering issues.

• Approved Caputa property subdivision at 339 Carmel Road (motion by Laubengeyer, second by Orndorf)
• Tabled Four Seasons development on Buckshutem Road until August 8, 2022
• Approved Levoni minor subdivision at 1400 Dividing Creek Road (motion by Orndorf, second by Laubengeyer)
• Approved Trulieve cannabis production facility at 1400 Dividing Creek Road with variances and waivers (motion by Romanik, second by Laubengeyer; Malone abstained)
• Approved Bloom Medicinals facility at 609 Orange Street with conditions (motion by Laubengeyer, second by Romanik; Orndorf voted no, Malone abstained)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a regular session with a full agenda of resolutions and ordinances. Key items include a public hearing on an ordinance prohibiting fuel sales to ATVs and dirt bikes, consent agenda items for budget insertions (including $1,556,000 for the Ireland Avenue Sewer Pump Station upgrade), and several resolutions for professional services contracts, property sales, and cannabis facility support. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and reports.

• Ordinance 2nd reading: prohibiting sale of gasoline to ATVs/dirt bikes in violation of N.J.S.A. 39:3C-17
• Resolution CA03: insert $1,556,000 ARPA revenue for Ireland Avenue Sewer Pump Station upgrade
• Resolution 04: approve sale of 204 South 9th Street (2.24 acres) to Regrind, LLC
• Resolutions 15-17: letters of support for cannabis cultivation facilities (Third Eye Farms, Curchin Cannabis, Bloom Medicinals)
• Resolution 18: opposing closure of Menantico Ponds Wildlife Management Area for summer 2022

The Millville City Commission adopted Resolution 203-2022, limiting licensed cannabis facilities to 15 active letters of support, and approved letters of support for three cannabis cultivation facilities (Third Eye Farms, Curchin Cannabis, Bloom Medicinals) despite split votes. The commission also approved a redevelopment agreement with the DeSantis Group for Block 260, Lot 1, and authorized the sale of city property at 204 South 9th Street to Regrind, LLC.

• Adopted Resolution 203-2022 limiting licensed cannabis facilities to 15 (4-1, McQuade nay)
• Approved letter of support for Third Eye Farms cannabis cultivation (3-2, McQuade & Orndorf nays)
• Approved letter of support for Curchin Cannabis cultivation (3-2, McQuade & Orndorf nays)
• Approved letter of support for Bloom Medicinals cultivation (3-2, McQuade & Orndorf nays)
• Approved redevelopment agreement with DeSantis Group for Block 260, Lot 1 (5-0)
• Approved sale of 204 South 9th Street property to Regrind, LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 24-2022 prohibiting fueling ATVs/dirt bikes at gas stations (5-0)
• Approved $1,556,000 ARPA revenue insertion for Ireland Avenue Sewer Pump Station (5-0)

City Commission

This is a tentative agenda for a work session of the Millville City Commission. The meeting includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, and discussion among commissioners. No specific substantive items are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

The Millville City Commission held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed increasing Zoning Board alternate members from two to four, and reviewed resolutions for a $72,000 UEZ program coordinator contract and a downtown survey. No decisions were made.

• No formal decisions made; discussion only

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board approved a use variance for Yvonne Ramnarine to operate a produce stand at 1908 Newcombtown Road, with all members present voting yes. The board also postponed Tiyon Johnson's application for TJ's Pound 4 Pound Boxing Gym to July 7, 2022, due to his absence. No other substantive decisions were made; the board discussed but did not act on creating informational materials for D variance applicants.

• Approved use variance for produce stand at 1908 Newcombtown Road (all present yes)
• Postponed TJ's Pound 4 Pound Boxing Gym application to July 7, 2022
• Approved May 5, 2022 meeting minutes (all present yes)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is meeting in closed session to discuss the case City of Millville v. DeSantis, et als, citing attorney/client privilege and contract negotiations. The agenda is limited to this single executive-session item; no public decisions or discussions are listed.

• Closed session discussion of City of Millville v. DeSantis, et als
• Matters covered under attorney/client privilege and contract negotiations

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing several items including a $130,498 purchase of Tasers and a $159,537 purchase of EMS equipment. The agenda also includes a second reading for vacating portions of Kates Boulevard and a first reading for an ordinance regarding fuel sales to ATVs.

• Purchase of Tasers and support equipment from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $130,498.82
• Purchase of EMS stretchers and compression systems from Stryker Sales Corp for $159,537.12
• Ordinance second reading to vacate unused portions of Kates Boulevard
• Ordinance first reading prohibiting gasoline sales to certain ATVs and dirt bikes
• Grant agreement with NJEDA for the Glasstown Arts District up to $50,000.00

The Millville City Commission approved a Memorandum of Settlement Agreement with the DeSantis Group, resolving a long-standing dispute over the Wheaton property. The agreement includes a 15-year tax abatement and requires DeSantis to pay for demolition, with the city protected by environmental provisions. The commission also approved several other resolutions, including purchases for police and EMS equipment, and an ordinance prohibiting fuel sales to ATVs and dirt bikes.

• Approved Memorandum of Settlement Agreement with DeSantis Group (5-0)
• Approved Access Agreement with Anthony DeSantis, Gary Porat, and Concenzio DeSantis (5-0)
• Approved ordinance prohibiting sale of fuel to ATVs and dirt bikes on first reading (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Tasers and support equipment for $130,498.82 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of EMS power stretchers and chest compression systems for $159,537.12 (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting amendment of Sports Entertainment District (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Charles Flickinger to Housing Authority (5-0)
• Approved land sale at public auction scheduled for June 14, 2022 (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the closure of Menantico ponds by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the possible necessity of a Redevelopment attorney.

• Discussion of Menantico ponds closure by NJDEP
• Discussion of potential need for a Redevelopment attorney
• Resolution authorizing a Closed Session for City of Millville v. DeSantis, et als

The Millville City Commission held a work session on May 17, 2022, with no formal votes on substantive matters. They discussed a proposal to allow Class 5 retail and Class 6 delivery cannabis licenses, but no decision was made. The board also discussed hiring a redevelopment attorney and a resolution to urge reopening Menantico Ponds, but these were only discussion items. The only action taken was approving a closed session resolution.

• Approved Resolution No. 159-2022 authorizing closed session for City of Millville v. DeSantis (5-0)
• Discussed but did not vote on allowing Class 5 retail and Class 6 delivery cannabis licenses
• Discussed but did not vote on hiring a redevelopment attorney
• Discussed but did not vote on a resolution to urge reopening Menantico Ponds

Planning

The Planning Board will review minutes from the March 14, 2022, meeting. The board is also scheduled to memorialize a resolution regarding a minor subdivision for Paul Porreca.

• Memorialize Resolution # 4-2022 Minor Subdivision for Paul Porreca

The Millville Planning Board approved a minor subdivision for Paul Porreca at 300 Smith Road via Resolution #4-2022PB. The board also approved the minutes from the March 14, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minor subdivision for Paul Porreca at 300 Smith Road (Resolution #4-2022PB)
• Approved minutes of March 14, 2022 regular meeting

Zoning

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing an application to change the business use of a location from a hair salon to a boxing gym. The board will also memorialize a previous resolution regarding 1601 Millville LLC.

• Use change application for TJ’s Pound 4 Pound Boxing Gym, LLC
• Memorialization of 1601 Millville LLC’s resolution 5-2022ZB
• Review of April 7th, 2022, meeting minutes

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment held a regular meeting on May 5, 2022, with all members present. The board approved a resolution to memorialize the decision for 1601 Millville LLC (Resolution 5-2022ZB), and unanimously approved the minutes from the April 7, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved memorializing 1601 Millville LLC resolution 5-2022ZB
• Approved minutes of April 7, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session to discuss several items, including an ordinance to regulate invasive species, parked trailers on 15th Street, and redevelopment agreements. The meeting also includes a resolution to enter closed session to discuss the potential sale of city-owned property in the James Hurley Industrial Park.

• Discussion of possible ordinance to prohibit future planting and regulate existing invasive species in the city
• Discussion of parked trailers in the road along 15th Street near the Public Works complex
• Discussion of Redevelopment Agreements
• Resolution authorizing closed session for potential sale of city-owned property in James Hurley Industrial Park (Block 136 Lot 1)

The Millville City Commission held a work session where they discussed a proposed ordinance to regulate invasive species like bamboo, but took no formal action, deferring any decision until further public input. They also approved a resolution to enter closed session regarding the potential sale of city-owned property in the James Hurley Industrial Park.

• Approved Resolution 144-2022 authorizing closed session for potential sale of city-owned property (unanimous)
• Discussed but did not vote on proposed invasive species ordinance; deferred pending public input

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a closed executive session to discuss the potential sale of city-owned property in the James Hurley Industrial Park as part of a redevelopment project. The discussion is exempt from public view due to pending contract negotiations and attorney-client privilege. The meeting will then reopen to the public.

• Potential sale of city-owned property in James Hurley Industrial Park (Block 136 Lot 1) for a redevelopment project
• Closed session for pending contract negotiations and attorney-client privilege
• Meeting notice transmitted to Daily Journal and Atlantic City Press on April 28, 2022

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is meeting to consider routine approvals, including consent agenda items that would add grant revenues to the 2022 budget for police tasers and EMS stretchers, plus several resolutions and ordinances. The agenda includes a second reading of a salary ordinance for the Building Subcode Official, first readings for an invasive species ordinance and vacating part of Kates Boulevard, and a resolution supporting a cannabis license application. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Resolution to insert $135,000 from American Rescue Plan Act for Police Department Taser Project
• Resolution to insert $170,000 from American Rescue Plan Act for EMS Stretcher Project
• Ordinance to amend salary for Building Subcode Official/PT to $20.00-$40.00/hr
• Ordinance to prohibit future planting of invasive species and regulate existing plantings
• Resolution supporting Hamilton Farms, LLC for Class 1 Cannabis Cultivator and Class 2 Manufacturer licenses

The Millville City Commission approved a non-binding letter of intent to sell Lot 16.04 in Block 124 to Peron Development, LLC, with Commissioner McQuade abstaining. The commission also approved a settlement with Harrison Cranmer, a fireworks display contract, and several budget revenue insertions. Public comments raised concerns about the land sale and the CDBG notification process.

• Approved Resolution 156-2022, letter of intent to sell Lot 16.04 to Peron Development (4-0-1, McQuade abstained)
• Approved Resolution 154-2022, settlement with Harrison Cranmer (4-0, Orndorf recused)
• Approved Resolution 155-2022, fireworks display at Union Lake Park for $15,000 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 157-2022, supporting Hamilton Farms cannabis license applications (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 158-2022, rescinding unfit structure order for 308-310 Sharp Street (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including multiple budget revenue insertions and lien assessments (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 22-2022, amending salary for Building Subcode Official (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to vacate portions of Kates Boulevard (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission held a closed session meeting on April 19, 2022. The session was called to conduct a deliberative process regarding a possible deed notice for Block 461, Lot 1.

• Possible Deed Notice for Block 461, Lot 1

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on the adoption of the amended 2022 budget following a presentation by the CFO and City Auditor. The agenda also includes reviewing grant awards for an emergency shelter and Center City revitalization.

• $218,677.00 grant awarded for the Millville Emergency Shelter
• $798,396.00 grant awarded for revitalizing the Center City Neighborhood
• Contract award to EMS Consulting Services for $13,750.00
• Extension of $1,000,000.00 Local Freight Impact Fund for Wade Boulevard/Orange Street
• Resolution supporting a Class 1 Cultivation Facility by Collective 60 LLC

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session to discuss two items: the City Code on brush and leaf collection services, and the Lead Pipe Replacement Program. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss a possible deed notice for Block 461, Lot 1, citing deliberative process and attorney-client privilege.

• Discussion of City Code on brush and leaf collection services
• Discussion of Lead Pipe Replacement Program
• Closed session resolution for possible deed notice on Block 461, Lot 1

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with roll call, correspondence, resolutions, and approval of the previous meeting's minutes. Two applications are on the agenda: a request to change the use of a business location from a hair salon to a boxing gym, and a request for a one-year extension for a project at 1601 N 2nd Street.

• Application by Tiyon Johnson (TJ's Pound 4 Pound Boxing Gym, LLC) to change use from hair salon to boxing gym
• Application by Dean Marcolongo (1601 Millville LLC) for one-year extension at 1601 N 2nd Street
• Approval of minutes from March 3, 2022 regular meeting

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a closed session to discuss litigation and attorney-client privileged matters. The agenda lists four pending lawsuits against the city and police officers, plus a discussion of the former Wheaton property at 200 G Street. No public votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for negotiations and legal strategy.

• Settlement negotiations in Harry Cranmer vs. City of Millville
• Pending litigation: Audra Capps v. City, Officers Dixon & Orndorf, Chief Farabella
• Pending litigation: Tanika Joyce v. City, Officer Dixon, Chief Farabella
• Pending litigation: Barry Cottman v. Chief Farabella, Officers Dixon & Runkle, City
• Discussion of 200 G Street (former Wheaton property) under attorney-client privilege

City Commission

The Millville City Commission will hold public hearings on two second-reading ordinances (digital signs and a budget cap bank) and consider several resolutions, including a $14.6 million bond sale, a redevelopment agreement with Trulieve N.J., Inc., and a fire chief employment contract. The agenda also includes routine consent items like tax sale authorizations and water/sewer terminations.

• Ordinance to regulate digital signs (2nd reading, public hearing)
• Ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish a Cap Bank for CY 2022 (2nd reading, public hearing)
• Resolution approving redevelopment agreement with Trulieve N.J., Inc. for Block 136, Lot 1 in Hurley Industrial Park
• Resolution authorizing $14,603,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022
• Resolution authorizing emergency demolition contract with Millville Glass Center for $27,500 at 721 N. 3rd St.

The Millville City Commission approved a $14.6 million general obligation bond package, a redevelopment agreement with Trulieve N.J., Inc. for a cannabis facility, and several other resolutions. The commission also passed a cap bank ordinance on second reading and introduced several ordinances on first reading. A digital sign ordinance was removed from the agenda.

• Approved $14,603,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022 (5-0)
• Approved redevelopment agreement with Trulieve N.J., Inc. for Block 136, Lot 1 (5-0)
• Rescinded Sweet Spot Cannabis letter of intent (5-0)
• Approved Fire Chief Michael C. Lippincott employment agreement 2022-2025 (4-0, Orndorf recused)
• Approved $70,276.18 purchase of 2022 Bobcat Compact Excavator (5-0)
• Approved $27,500 emergency demolition contract with Millville Glass Center (5-0)
• Approved $8,000 police hearing officer contract with Robert A. Verry (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 17-2022 to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish cap bank (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session to discuss redevelopment agreements and will vote on a resolution to enter closed session for pending litigation and settlement negotiations, including several lawsuits against the city and police officers. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with public comment periods and commissioner discussions.

• Discussion on Redevelopment Agreements (Vice Mayor Sooy)
• Resolution authorizing closed session for Harry Cranmer vs. City of Millville settlement negotiations
• Closed session for Audra Capps v. City of Millville and police officers
• Closed session for Tanika Joyce v. City of Millville and police officers
• Closed session for Barry Cottman v. Jody Farabella and police officers

The Millville City Commission held a work session with no formal votes on agenda items. They discussed a proposed redevelopment agreement with Trulieve, a CAP Bank ordinance on second reading, and a hydroelectric power inquiry. The only action taken was a resolution to enter closed session for litigation and attorney-client matters.

• Approved Resolution No. 111-2022 to enter closed session for litigation and attorney-client matters (5-0)

City Commission

This is a procedural work session agenda with no specific action items listed. The meeting includes roll call, public comment periods, and commissioner discussion, but no concrete decisions, contracts, or proposals are identified in the agenda text.

• No specific agenda items listed beyond standard procedural sections

City Commission

The Commission is considering the introduction of the 2022 Municipal Budget and a new ordinance to regulate digital signs. The meeting also includes several contract approvals, including appointments and equipment purchases.

• Introduction of the Calendar Year 2022 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance to add regulations for digital signs to the City Code
• Appointment of Jason Witcher as Municipal Court Judge at $80,000.00 annually
• Purchase of five 2022 Ford Utility Interceptors for $60,269.03
• Contract with Neri’s Construction and Rental, Inc. for demolition for $58,649.00

Planning

The Millville Planning Board is meeting to approve the minutes from February 14th, 2022, and to memorialize Resolution #2-2022PB, which appoints Barbara Fegley as city planner. The board will also hear a minor subdivision application from Paul Porreca for 300 Smith Road, who proposes to relocate a lot line to expand lot 18. No other business is listed.

• Memorialize Resolution #2-2022PB appointing Barbara Fegley as city planner
• Minor subdivision application by Paul Porreca at 300 Smith Road to expand lot 18
• Approval of February 14th, 2022 meeting minutes

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on March 3, 2022, at 6:00 PM. The board will consider two variance applications for properties on N. 2nd Street, approve a resolution amending the signage ordinance, and review minutes from the previous meeting.

• D Variance for a plasma blood donation center at 2102-2198 N. 2nd Street (Block 227 Lot 2) in I-2 Interchange Mixed Use District
• D Variance to convert 42 rooms into 'Suburban Extended Stay Suites' at 2102-2198 N. 2nd Street (Block 227 Lot 2) in B-4 Business District
• Resolution #3-2022 to revise and add 362-N to the signage ordinance for 31-2021
• Approval of minutes from February 3, 2022 regular meeting

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment approved Resolution #3-2022, which revises and adds the 362-N section to the current signage ordinance (31-2021). The board also approved the minutes from the February 3rd, 2022 meeting. Two applications were discussed: a variance request for a plasma donation center and a tabled variance for a hotel conversion.

• Approved Resolution #3-2022 to revise signage ordinance 31-2021 (all present voted yes)
• Approved minutes of February 3rd, 2022 regular meeting (all present voted yes)
• Discussed 'D' variance for plasma donation center at 2102-2198 N. 2nd Street (no vote recorded)
• Tabled 'D' variance for Quality Inn & Suites to convert 42 rooms to extended stay suites

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss improving public access to documents on the city website and discussing the South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter. The meeting also includes a resolution to authorize a closed session regarding Fire Chief contract negotiations.

• Discussion of Public Information Portion of the Website
• Discussion of South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter
• Resolution authorizing a Closed Session Meeting for Fire Chief Contract Negotiation Exception

The Millville City Commission held a work session with no formal votes on agenda items. They heard a presentation from Anthony DeSantis and Regina Porat's representatives proposing a $23 million redevelopment of the Millville Refrigeration Warehouse site, including demolition and construction over 24 months. The Commission reached consensus to support a county animal shelter and to add a public documents page to the city website. A resolution to enter closed session to discuss a fire chief contract was approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution No. 76-2022 authorizing closed session for fire chief contract negotiations (5-0)
• Reached consensus to support creating a county animal shelter
• Reached consensus to add a public documents page to the city website

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding its regular session to vote on ordinances, resolutions, and routine consent agenda items. Key actions include a $110,000 planning services contract, a salary ordinance amendment, and letters of support for cannabis facilities. The agenda also includes public hearings on a soccer association coin drop and a veterans advisory board.

• Resolution appointing Barbara J. Fegley for planning services, not to exceed $110,000 for one year
• Ordinance to amend salary for Deputy Municipal Court Admin ($25,000-$59,009.80)
• Ordinance to allow Millville Soccer Association coin drop at Buckshutem and Cedarville Roads on April 9-10, 2022
• Ordinance adding Article XXIV (Veteran's Advisory Board) to Municipal Code
• Resolutions supporting Grow Equity Ventures for Class 1 and Class 2 cannabis licenses at 326 S. Wade Blvd

The Millville City Commission adopted Ordinance No. 15-2022, creating a Veterans' Advisory Board, despite public comments questioning its purpose and speed. The board was approved unanimously (5-0). The commission also approved letters of support for two cannabis facilities at 326 S. Wade Blvd, appointed a new city planner, and approved a salary ordinance amendment.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 15-2022 creating a Veterans' Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 83-2022, letter of support for Grow Equity Ventures Class 2 Manufacturer license at 326 S. Wade Blvd (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 84-2022, letter of support for Grow Equity Ventures Class 1 Cultivator license at 326 S. Wade Blvd (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 80-2022 appointing Barbara J. Fegley as City Planner, up to $110,000 for one year (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 82-2022 rescinding Brock D. Russell, LLC as Municipal Attorney (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 14-2022 allowing Millville Soccer Association coin drop on April 9-10, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of salary ordinance lowering Deputy Municipal Court Admin max salary to $59,009.80 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including special assessments, tax adjustments, and LOSAP certification (5-0)

City Commission

The Millville City Commission scheduled a closed session meeting for March 1, 2022. The purpose of this session is to conduct discussions regarding the Fire Chief contract under a contract negotiation exception.

• Discussion of Fire Chief Contract

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a work session to hear a presentation from ArtC regarding an International Short Film Festival planned for October. The agenda also includes a resolution to authorize a closed session meeting regarding ongoing litigation in Harrison Cranmer v. City of Millville, et als.

• Presentation by Bill Horin of ArtC regarding International Short Film Festival
• Resolution authorizing a Closed Session Meeting for Harrison Cranmer v. City of Millville, et als litigation

The Millville City Commission held a work session with no formal votes on substantive matters. They heard a presentation from CUT International Short Film Festival organizers, who requested $5,000 in city funding for an October 2022 event at the Levoy Theatre. Public comment included questions about a proposed Veterans' Advisory Board and a request to film a movie in Millville. The only action taken was a resolution to enter closed session to discuss litigation.

• Approved Resolution No. 58-2022 to enter closed session to discuss ongoing litigation (Harrison Cranmer v. City of Millville).
• Heard presentation from CUT International Short Film Festival requesting $5,000 in city funding for October 21-22, 2022 event.
• Discussed proposed Veterans' Advisory Board; no action taken.
• Discussed a request to film a movie in Millville; city solicitor noted safety restrictions on the old Wheaton Glass Factory.

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding its regular session meeting on February 15, 2022, with a full agenda of resolutions, ordinances, and public hearings. Key items include awarding professional services contracts, approving grants, and making zoning board appointments. The meeting also includes public comment periods and routine approvals.

• Resolution awarding $40,000 contract to Barker, Gelfand, James and Sarvas for lawsuit City of Millville v. Anthony DeSantis
• Resolution approving Safe and Secure Communities Grant of $48,600 with $397,644.29 in-kind match
• Ordinance 2nd reading to amend salary ordinance for Special Law Enforcement Officer/Class II (PT) to $25-$35/hr
• Resolution awarding $120,799.87 landscaping contract to Carolla Brothers Landscaping
• Resolution appointing Angeline Broomhall and Paul D. Williams to Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Millville City Commission approved two salary ordinance amendments: one raising pay for part-time Class II special law enforcement officers to $25-$35 per hour, and another adding a part-time Executive Assistant position with a salary range of $10,000 to $32,155.38. The commission also approved a resolution to foreclose on tax sale certificates held by the city, and authorized a $40,000 contract for legal representation in a pending lawsuit. Additionally, the commission approved a $187,355 agreement with the Cumberland County SPCA for animal sheltering services, despite two no votes.

• Approved Ordinance 12-2022 raising Class II special law enforcement officer pay to $25-$35/hr (Mayor recused).
• Approved Ordinance 13-2022 adding part-time Executive Assistant position with salary range $10,000-$32,155.38 (Commissioner McQuade abstained).
• Approved Resolution 65-2022 authorizing foreclosure on tax sale certificates held by the city.
• Approved Resolution 66-2022 retaining A. Michael Barker for legal representation in City of Millville v. Anthony DeSantis, up to $40,000 (Commissioner Sooy voted no).
• Approved Resolution 69-2022 with Cumberland County SPCA for animal sheltering services, $187,355 (Commissioners Hewitt and Orndorf voted no).
• Approved Resolution 70-2022 appointing Franklin J. Riesenburger as Environmental Counsel at $365/hr, up to $85,000.
• Approved Resolution 71-2022 for purchase of a dump truck, tractor, and boom mower totaling $281,506.40.
• Approved Resolution 72-2022 appointing Angeline Broomhall to Zoning Board of Adjustment as Alternate II.

City Commission

The City Commission scheduled a closed session meeting for February 15, 2022. The session is called to discuss the matter of Harrison Cranmer v. City of Millville, et als. under attorney/client privilege.

• Discussion of ongoing litigation: Harrison Cranmer v. City of Millville, et als.

Planning

The Millville Planning Board met on February 14, 2022, and approved the minutes from the December 13, 2021 meeting. The board memorialized five resolutions, including the reorganization and appointment of professionals, the 2022 meeting schedule, the appointment of Nathan Van Embden as solicitor, and two previously granted site-plan approvals: one for Dev Foods 3, LLC (minor site plan and variance for a double drive-thru at 1601 N High Street) and one for Oatley US Operation and Supply Inc. (preliminary and final major site plan with conditional use at 719 Orange Street). No other business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved the minutes of the December 13, 2021 meeting.
• Memorialized Resolution #1-2022, approving reorganization and appointment of professionals (chairman, vice-chairman, secretary, engineer, and consultants).
• Memorialized Resolution #2-2022, approving the schedule of meeting dates.
• Memorialized Resolution #3-2022, appointing Nathan Van Embden as the 2022 Planning Board Solicitor.
• Memorialized Resolution #16-2021, granting Dev Foods 3, LLC minor site plan approval and a C variance for signage at 1601 N High Street.
• Memorialized Resolution #17-2021, granting Oatley US Operation and Supply Inc. preliminary and final major site plan approval with conditional use at 719 Orange Street.

Zoning

The Zoning Board of Adjustment met to approve meeting dates, professional reappointments, and a contract with Solicitor Nathan Van Embden. The board also reviewed decisions regarding a digital billboard denial and a subdivision approval for 409 Hogbin Road.

• Approval of contract with Solicitor Nathan Van Embden
• Denial of 'D' Variance for a digital billboard on Rt 55 (Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC)
• Approval of Technical 'C' and D-2 variances and minor subdivision at 409 Hogbin Road
• Reappointment of Board professionals for 2022
• Appointment of Alternate III, Angeline Broomhall

The Millville Zoning Board denied a variance for a digital billboard on Route 55 and approved a variance and minor subdivision for a property on Hogbin Road. The board also approved resolutions for meeting dates, professional reappointments, and a solicitor contract.

• Denied Clear Channel Outdoor's 'D' variance for digital billboard on Route 55
• Granted Torpey 'C' variance, D-2 use variance, and minor subdivision at 409 Hogbin Road
• Approved Resolution #1-2022 for 2022 meeting dates
• Approved Resolution #2-2022 reappointing professionals (solicitor, secretary, chairman, vice-chairman, engineer)
• Approved Resolution #3-2022 authorizing contract with Solicitor Nathan Van Embden

City Commission

The Millville City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including two bond ordinances for capital improvements and a major wastewater treatment plant upgrade. They will also consider salary ordinance changes, a new UEZ development corporation, and various resolutions including contracts and appointments. The meeting includes routine items like bills, public comment, and consent agenda approvals.

• Bond ordinance for $8.5M for solids dewatering upgrades at wastewater treatment plant
• Bond ordinance for $398,000 for various capital improvements, issuing $378,100 in bonds
• Ordinance to repeal amendments to sewer use regulations (rescinding Ord 33-2021)
• Salary ordinance changes: add Municipal Attorney ($162,500 max), adjust admin titles, remove Public Agent Compliance Officer
• Resolution awarding $90,000 HVAC maintenance contract to Falasca Mechanical, Inc.

The Millville City Commission approved several ordinances and resolutions, including an $8.5 million bond for solids dewatering upgrades at the wastewater treatment plant and a $398,000 bond for capital improvements. The commission also approved salary ordinance changes, including adding an in-house Municipal Attorney position and increasing pay for Special Law Enforcement Officers. Two Zoning Board appointments were tabled until after interviews are conducted.

• Approved $8.5M bond for wastewater treatment plant solids dewatering upgrades (5-0)
• Approved $398,000 bond for various capital improvements (5-0)
• Approved ordinance adding in-house Municipal Attorney position (5-0)
• Approved ordinance increasing Special Law Enforcement Officer pay to $25-$35/hr (5-0)
• Approved $90,000 HVAC maintenance contract with Falasca Mechanical (5-0)
• Approved $28,800 professional services agreement with Advanced GeoServices (5-0)
• Tabled Zoning Board appointments for Angeline Broomhall and Paul D. Williams until Feb 15 (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 legal services contract with Barker, Gelfand, James and Sarvas (added to agenda)

City Commission

The City Commission held a closed session meeting on February 1, 2022. The sole item on the agenda was for contract negotiations regarding the Fire Chief.

• Fire Chief contract negotiations

City Commission

The Millville City Commission held a work session on February 1, 2022, primarily to hear a presentation by Steve Durst of Synnergy, LLC. The agenda included standard procedural items such as roll call and public comment. The only specific action taken was a resolution authorizing a closed session to discuss Fire Chief contract negotiations.

• Presentation by Steve Durst of Synnergy, LLC
• Resolution authorizing closed session to discuss Fire Chief contract negotiations

The Millville City Commission held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. Steve Durst and Pastor Myers presented a broad, conceptual plan to revitalize the city through tourism, recreation, and solar energy savings for schools, but the commission took no action and requested more specifics. A closed session resolution was removed and rescheduled to February 15, 2022.

• No formal decisions made during work session
• Closed session resolution removed from agenda, rescheduled to Feb 15, 2022

City Commission

The Millville City Commission will hold public hearings on two bond ordinances: one for $8.5 million for solids dewatering upgrades at the wastewater treatment plant, and another for $398,000 for various capital improvements. They will also consider first readings of ordinances for salary additions, a UEZ development corporation, and two coin drop events. Additionally, they will vote on resolutions including a $79,217 IT services contract, a $4.5 million land sale letter of intent, and several other contracts and appointments.

• Bond ordinance for $8.5M for solids dewatering upgrades at wastewater treatment plant
• Bond ordinance for $398,000 for capital improvements, issuing $378,100 in bonds
• Resolution approving letter of intent for sale of 151-acre city-owned land in James R. Hurley Industrial Park for $4,500,000
• Resolution to purchase IT management services from SHI International for $79,217.40
• Ordinances to add handicapped parking at 702 N. 5th St. and 231 S. 3rd St.

The Millville City Commission approved a $8.5 million bond ordinance on first reading for solids dewatering upgrades at the wastewater treatment plant. The commission also approved a $4.5 million land sale offer for 151 acres in the James R. Hurley Industrial Park and tabled a $33,000 contract amendment for special tax appeal counsel. Several other ordinances and resolutions were approved, including new salary titles and a $398,000 capital improvements bond.

• Approved $8.5M bond ordinance for wastewater solids dewatering upgrades (first reading)
• Approved $4.5M land sale offer from Israel Pollak for 151 acres in James R. Hurley Industrial Park
• Tabled $33,000 contract amendment for Marmero Law, LLC (special tax counsel)
• Approved $398,000 bond ordinance for capital improvements (first reading)
• Approved ordinance adding Director of Economic and Industrial Development title (salary up to $104,040)
• Approved $79,217.40 IT management services contract with SHI International
• Approved $6,900 for Meals on Wheels program
• Approved $5,000 paralegal contract for Jeannette A. Pace

City Commission

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session with a single substantive presentation: the Library Director's annual report on the Millville Public Library. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including roll call, public comment, and commissioner discussions.

• Presentation of Millville Public Library annual report by Director Courtenay Reece

The Millville City Commission held a work session with no formal votes except receiving the library's 2021 annual report. Public comment focused on a proposed ordinance to create an in-house Municipal Attorney position, with residents questioning costs and benefits. No decision was made on the ordinance during this session.

• Received and filed Millville Public Library 2021 Annual Report (4-0)

Planning

The regularly scheduled reorganization meeting for the Millville Planning Board of Adjustment, originally set for January 10, 2022, has been cancelled. The meeting is rescheduled for February 14, 2022, at 6:30 PM. It will be held in the Richard C. McCarthy Commission Chamber at City Hall.

• Reorganization meeting rescheduled from January 10, 2022, to February 14, 2022
• Meeting location: Richard C. McCarthy Commission Chamber, 4th Floor, City Hall, 12 S. High St., Millville, NJ 08332

Zoning

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment's regular January 6, 2022 reorganization meeting has been canceled and rescheduled to February 3, 2022 at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be held in the Richard C. McCarthy Commission Chamber at City Hall for public comment during the public portion, per the Open Public Meetings Act. No substantive agenda items are listed.

• Meeting canceled and rescheduled from Jan. 6 to Feb. 3, 2022
• Location: Richard C. McCarthy Commission Chamber, 4th Floor, City Hall, 12 S. High St., Millville, NJ

City Commission

The newly elected Board of Commissioners is conducting a reorganization meeting to swear in members and designate departmental roles. The agenda includes several administrative resolutions regarding municipal contracts, budget adoption, and board appointments.

• Swearing-in of Commissioners Lisa M. Orndorf, Benjamin J. Romanik, Joseph Sooy, and Charles Kirk Hewitt
• Designation of Lisa M. Orndorf as Director of Public Affairs and 'Mayor'
• Appointment of Brock D. Russell, Esquire as Municipal Attorney with $162,500.00 annual compensation
• Appointment of Robert McQuade as temporary Director of Public Works
• Awarding a contract to Blaney Donohue & Weinberg, P.C. for Labor Counsel not to exceed $100,000.00

The newly elected Millville City Commission held its reorganization meeting, swearing in Commissioners Lisa M. Orndorf, Benjamin J. Romanik, Joseph Sooy, and Charles Kirk Hewitt. The Commission unanimously approved resolutions designating Orndorf as Mayor and Director of Public Affairs, Romanik as Director of Parks and Public Property, Sooy as Vice-Mayor and Director of Revenue and Finance, and Hewitt as Director of Public Safety. Robert McQuade was appointed to temporarily fill the vacant commission seat until the November 2022 election. Numerous professional services contracts were approved, including the Municipal Attorney, Labor Counsel, and City Auditor.

• Designated Lisa M. Orndorf as Mayor and Director of Public Affairs (unanimous)
• Designated Joseph Sooy as Vice-Mayor and Director of Revenue and Finance (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert McQuade to fill vacant commission seat until Nov. 2022 election (unanimous)
• Appointed Brock D. Russell as Municipal Attorney at $162,500 annual flat fee (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Temporary Budget (unanimous)
• Approved professional services contracts for Labor Counsel, Public Defender, City Auditor, and others (unanimous)
• Rejected all Municipal Prosecutor proposals; authorized new RFP with flat-fee requirement (unanimous)
• Approved ordinances on first reading, including repealing sewer ordinance and salary amendments (unanimous)