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Millville public meetings in 2024

90 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 31, 2024

City Commission

Closed session to discuss police employment claims and union contract negotiations

The Millville City Commission is holding a closed session meeting on December 31, 2024, immediately following the regular meeting. The closed session will address Police Department Employment Claims related to potential litigation and Bargaining Unit Agreement Discussions for Council 18, PBA, SOA, and FMBA contract negotiations. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

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Tue Dec 31, 2024

City Commission

Commission to vote on closed session for police litigation and union contract talks

The City Commission is meeting to consider a resolution authorizing a closed session to discuss police department employment claims that may lead to litigation, as well as contract negotiations with multiple bargaining units (Council 18, PBA, SOA, FMBA). The remainder of the agenda consists of routine procedural items: call to order, roll call, public comment, and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves bills and closed session on police claims, union talks

The Millville City Commission held a regular meeting on Dec. 31, 2024, approving payment of bills and authorizing a closed session to discuss potential litigation and union contract negotiations. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments on a proposed asphalt plant and other concerns.

Tue Dec 17, 2024

City Commission

Commission to vote on $2.175 million bond ordinance for capital improvements

The Millville City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including a $2.175 million bond for capital improvements, a long-term tax exemption for CRP Development Urban Renewal LLC, and a purchase/lease agreement for the Gaudelli Brothers facility at 202 S. Wade Blvd. A consent agenda with routine resolutions and a discussion of a recent OPRA court ruling are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves 30-year PILOT for $190M CRP development project

The Millville City Commission approved Ordinance No. 45-2024, a long-term tax exemption (PILOT) and financial agreement with CRP Development Urban Renewal LLC for a portion of Block 163, Lot 1. The project includes three warehouses and a hotel, with an estimated $190 million investment, $10.2 million land sale, and about $2.2 million per year in payments to the city. The commission also approved several other ordinances, including capital improvement bonds and the purchase/lease of the Gaudelli Brothers facility. All votes were unanimous except for the Gaudelli facility, which passed 4-1 with Commissioner Sooy dissenting.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to dispense with the reading of the following minutes and to proceed with the regular order of business: 1. December 3, 2024 Work Session 2. December 3, 2024 Closed Session Commissioner Hewitt…
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Cossaboon yea · Romanik yea
that the Gaudelli Building is a well-maintained building that he felt was the best option out of the options they had explored. He stated that he initially wanted to build a facility on city-owned…
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Cossaboon yea · Romanik yea
Tue Dec 17, 2024

City Commission

Commission holds demolition hearing for Block 3, Lot 5.05

The Millville City Commission is conducting a public hearing on whether to order demolition of an unsafe structure at Block 3, Lot 5.05, under the city's dangerous and unfit structures code. The hearing was advertised in local newspapers and posted publicly. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items including roll call, an open public meetings statement, and resolutions.

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✓ Decided: Commission orders demolition of fire-damaged 271 Nabb Ave home

The Millville City Commission held a special demolition hearing for 271 Nabb Avenue, Block 3, Lot 5.05, after two fires left the home and shed burned-out and unfit. Construction Official Wayne Shelton testified the structure is an imminent hazard, with tents set up inside and no attempts by the owner to remedy. The Commission voted unanimously to authorize a resolution for demolition after 15 days, allowing time for an appeal.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
resolution to the Regular Meeting agenda for the demolition of Block 3, Lot 5.05 located at 271 Nabb Avenue after 15 days due to the structure being deemed an uninhabitable, imminent danger. ‘The…
5 yea
Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Cossaboon yea · Sooy yea · yn yea
Mon Dec 9, 2024

Planning

Planning Board to review major site plan for North 2nd Street development

The Millville Planning Board will consider a major site plan and subdivision for 2119 and 2129 North 2nd Street. The board will also vote on several minor subdivisions and review extension requests for existing approvals.

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✓ Decided: Planning board approves solar farm extension, carries commercial site plan

The Millville Planning Board approved a final one-year extension for Nabb Solar I, LLC's 50-megawatt solar project at Nabb Avenue and US Route 49, and approved three minor subdivisions with conditions. The board carried the major site plan application for Millville 47 Developers LLC (proposed Raising Cane's, Valvoline, coffee shop, dental office) to the January 13, 2025 meeting without a vote.

Thu Dec 5, 2024

Zoning

Zoning Board to hear variance requests for properties on W Main Street and Riverside Drive

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider resolutions approving a conditional variance for 22-24 E Pine Street and setting 2025 meeting dates. They will hear a variance application (D & C) from The Rector for 1209 W Main Street. An application from Ecogy Energy for a D variance at 301 Riverside Drive has been postponed to the January 2, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Zoning board approves church expansion variance on W. Main St.

The Millville Zoning Board approved a use variance and site plan waiver for The Rector church at 1209 W. Main Street, allowing expansion of a nonconforming use. The board also adopted minutes from November and set 2025 meeting dates. One application was carried over to January 2025.

Tue Dec 3, 2024

City Commission

Millville Commission holds closed session with no public agenda items

This agenda is purely procedural: the City Commission will convene a closed executive session immediately following a work session. No substantive items are listed for discussion or decision in the public portion of the agenda.

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Tue Dec 3, 2024

City Commission

Millville Commission to swear in new member and vote on $2.175M bond ordinance

The City Commission will swear in Commissioner-Elect Carole Cossaboon and certify recent election results. The body is considering several ordinances for capital improvements and property acquisitions, as well as setting the 2025 Solid Waste Utility rate.

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🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to dispense with the reading of the following minutes and to proceed with the regular order of business: 1. November 18, 2024 Work Session 2. November 18, 2024 Regular Meeting Commissioner…
3 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Romanik yea
motion by Commissioner Watson which was seconded by Commissioner Hewitt. The motion was carried by the following vote:
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Cossaboon yea · Romanik yea
motion by Commissioner Watson which was seconded by Commissioner Hewitt and carried by the following vote:
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Watson yea · Cossaboon yea
motion by Commissioner Watson and seconded by Commissioner Hewitt. The motion was carried by the following vote:
3 yea · 1 abstain
Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Cossaboon yea · Sooy abstain
motion by Commissioner Watson and was seconded by Commissioner Hewitt. The motion was carried by the following vote:
12 yea
Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Cossaboon yea · Romanik yea · Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Cossaboon yea · Romanik yea · Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Cossaboon yea · Romanik yea
motion by Commissioner Hewitt and was seconded by Commissioner Watson. The motion was carried by the following vote:
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Cossaboon yea · Romanik yea
motion by Commissioner Cossaboon and was seconded by Commissioner Watson. The motion was carried by the following vote:
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Cossaboon yea · Romanik yea
Tue Dec 3, 2024

City Commission

City Commission to vote on closed session for airport lease and union contracts

The Millville City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the demolition of 200 High Street. The Commission is also set to vote on a resolution authorizing a closed session to discuss contract negotiations for the Millville Executive Airport ground lease and bargaining unit agreements for multiple unions (SOA, PBA, FMBA, Council 18) under attorney-client privilege.

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Mon Nov 18, 2024

City Commission

Commission to vote on acquiring 700 and 702 Buck Street via deed in lieu of foreclosure

The City Commission will hold public hearings on ordinances to acquire two properties on Buck Street through deeds in lieu of foreclosure. They will also consider adding handicapped parking spaces at three locations, and vote on several resolutions including a $57,496.93 police interview room IT contract and a $38,000 downtown gift card program. The meeting opens with a presentation on the redevelopment of Block 136, Lot 1.

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Mon Nov 18, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission holds work session with no listed votes or proposals

This is a work session meeting of the Millville City Commission. The agenda contains only procedural items such as roll call, public comment periods, and commissioner discussions. No resolutions, ordinances, or specific action items are listed, indicating this meeting is likely for discussion only.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

Planning

Millville Planning Board to review three minor subdivision applications

The Planning Board will consider minor subdivision requests for properties on Buck Street, S. Delsea Drive, and Airwork Street. The board will also address resolutions for a property on Riverside Drive and an amendment to Chapter 30.

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Thu Nov 7, 2024

Zoning

Zoning board to deny Community Health Care use variance at 1020 N High Street

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider resolutions including the denial of a use variance and major site plan for Community Health Care Inc at 1020 N High Street. The board will also hear a new variance application for 22-24 E Pine Street and propose meeting dates for 2025.

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Wed Nov 6, 2024

City Commission

City Commission to discuss insurance contract and property purchase

The City Commission is holding a closed session meeting to discuss contract negotiations and attorney-client privileged matters. The session focuses on insurance and a potential real estate acquisition.

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Wed Nov 6, 2024

City Commission

Millville Commission to consider $5.09 million wastewater treatment upgrade

The City Commission will vote on awarding a $5.09 million contract for a new secondary clarifier at the wastewater treatment plant, and other major infrastructure contracts. The agenda also includes a rezoning ordinance, police department promotions, and a resolution to ask the planning board about allowing cannabis retailers in certain zones.

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion made by Commissioner Watson who stated he is in receipt of the certification of funds and was seconded by Commissioner Hewitt. The motion was carried by the following vote:
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Watson yea · Romanik yea
motion made by Commissioner Hewitt and seconded by Commissioner Ranello. The motion was carried by the following vote:
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Ranello yea · Romanik yea
Wed Nov 6, 2024

City Commission

Commission to discuss buying 202 S. Wade Boulevard and hold closed session

The City Commission holds a work session to discuss a Best Practices Survey and the potential purchase of 202 S. Wade Boulevard. The agenda also includes a resolution to go into closed session for contract negotiations with Hardenburg Insurance and the property purchase.

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Mon Oct 28, 2024

City Commission

Closed session to discuss union contract negotiations

The City Commission will hold a closed session meeting, immediately following a special session, to discuss bargaining unit agreements for the SOA, PBA, FMBA, and Council 18 under attorney/client privilege and contract negotiations. No public decisions will be made in this session.

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Mon Oct 28, 2024

City Commission

City Commission to hold closed session on union contract negotiations

The Millville City Commission will hold a closed session to discuss bargaining unit agreements for the SOA, PBA, FMBA, and Council 18, citing attorney/client privilege and contract negotiations. No other substantive items are on the agenda for this special session.

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Wed Oct 16, 2024

Planning

Planning Board to review rezoning of Block 141, Lot 1 to farmland production

The Millville Planning Board will consider resolutions approving several land-use applications from previous meetings, including amendments to the NJ Motorsports Park General Development Plan and subdivisions at Riverside Drive and East Main Street. A new application for a minor subdivision at 1020 Buck Street is carried over to November. The board will also review a proposed ordinance to rezone Block 141, Lot 1 to Farmland Production, as recommended by the 2017 Land Use Element.

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Tue Oct 15, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to discuss DRBA lease and union contracts

The City Commission is holding a closed session to discuss legal and contract matters. The meeting focuses on attorney-client privilege and contract negotiations.

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Tue Oct 15, 2024

City Commission

Commission to consider cannabis retail and delivery zoning options

The Millville City Commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances and vote on several resolutions, including asking the Planning Board whether to allow cannabis retailers and delivery services in certain districts. Other actions include emergency sewer repair, a new EMS billing contract, and accepting $250,000 in state funds for Buck Street Park improvements.

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Tue Oct 15, 2024

City Commission

Commission to discuss DRBA lease and union contracts in closed session

This is a work session meeting of the Millville City Commission. The only substantive actions are resolutions to enter closed session to discuss two matters: retaining an FAA lawyer regarding non-renewal of the DRBA lease, and bargaining unit agreements for SOA, PBA, FMBA, and Council 18. Public comment is limited to agenda items only.

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Thu Oct 3, 2024

Zoning

Board will consider use variances for two properties

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on two applications requesting use variances. Community Healthcare Inc. seeks a use variance and site plan approval for 1020 N High Street. 901 N 2nd Street LLC seeks a use variance for 900 N. 2 Street. The board will also appoint a temporary solicitor for the meeting.

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Tue Oct 1, 2024

City Commission

Millville Commission to consider rezoning Block 141 Lot 1 and camping ban

The Millville City Commission will hold a public hearing on a second-reading ordinance to enact a prohibited camping section in police regulations. They will also introduce first-reading ordinances to rezone Block 141, Lot 1 to Farmland Production, add handicap parking at 309 East Oak Street, and authorize a utility easement at 416 S. 15th Street. The agenda includes multiple resolutions, such as purchasing police vehicles for $212,619.53, accepting opioid settlement revenue of $10,406.17, and authorizing a Safe and Secure Communities Grant with $67,725 in funding. Several special event applications are also proposed for approval.

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to dispense with the reading of the following minutes and to proceed with the regular order of business: 1. September 17, 2024 Work Session 2. September 17, 2024 Regular Meeting 3. September…
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Ranello yea · Romanik yea
motion to authorize the application for the National Dual Sports Ride sponsored by Tri-County Sportsmen MC Inc. on Sunday, November 3, 2024 starting in Port Elizabeth from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m…
4 yea
Sooy yea · Watson yea · Ranello yea · Romanik yea
Tue Oct 1, 2024

City Commission

Millville Commission to discuss making part of Buck Street one-way

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss traffic changes on Buck Street. The body is also scheduled to enter a closed session regarding a ground lease.

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Tue Oct 1, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission holds demolition hearing for Block 411, Lot 1

The City Commission is conducting a continuation of a demolition hearing regarding a structure on Block 411, Lot 1. This hearing is held under the City of Millville Municipal Code Chapter 11, Article III, concerning dangerous, damaged, and unfit structures.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve Resolution No. 279-2024 ordering that the structure located at Glasstown Properties, LLC, 200-202-204-206 N. High Street, Millville, NJ, Block 411, Lot 1 is unfit for human…
6 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Watson yea · Ranello yea · Parkinson yea · RMC City Clerk yea
Tue Oct 1, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to discuss DRBA ground lease in closed session

The City Commission is holding a closed session meeting to discuss a DRBA ground lease. This discussion is conducted under attorney-client privilege, the deliberative process exception, and the contract negotiations exception.

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Tue Sep 17, 2024

City Commission

City Commission to consider new ordinance prohibiting camping in Millville

The Millville City Commission will vote on a first-reading ordinance to add a new article on prohibited camping to the police regulations code. They will also hold public hearings on two second-reading ordinances reappropriating unexpended bond proceeds for water utility improvements, and vote on resolutions including a $12,012.52 National Opioid Settlement Grant and an amendment to share automated license plate readers with neighboring cities. Additionally, the commission will authorize advertising for bids on the Ireland Avenue Force Main Replacement project.

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✓ Decided: Commission adopts two water utility bond ordinances, approves resolutions

The Millville City Commission adopted two ordinances appropriating unexpended bond proceeds for water utility improvements, despite a public commenter's request to table one. The commission also approved several resolutions, including a $12,012.52 opioid settlement grant, a shared services agreement for a justice grant, and an amendment to extend a license plate reader grant. Public comment focused on police and fire department pay and staffing concerns.

Tue Sep 17, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission holds work session meeting

The agenda for this work session meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific resolutions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

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✓ Decided: Work session only; no formal decisions made

This was a work session with no substantive decisions or votes. The only business was a report from Commissioner Watson on solid waste utility delinquencies, noting about 3,400 delinquent accounts totaling $319,650.44 as of August 29, with the current delinquency at $241,222.53. He also reminded residents they can sign up for e-bill in the tax office. The meeting adjourned without any formal action.

Tue Sep 17, 2024

City Commission

Demolition hearing for dangerous structure at Block 411, Lot 1

The Millville City Commission will hold a demolition hearing for a dangerous or unfit structure at Block 411, Lot 1. The hearing is conducted under the city's municipal code for damaged structures. No other substantive business is listed on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: Demolition hearing for N. High St. property continued to Oct. 1

The Millville City Commission held a demolition hearing for the property at 200-202-204-206 N. High Street (Block 411, Lot 1), which was deemed unfit. After testimony from the construction official, the tax lien holder, and a part owner, the commission voted to continue the hearing to October 1, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. to allow time for the owner to find an investor or make repairs. No demolition order was issued at this meeting.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the proceedings of the demo hearing on October 1, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. Commissioner Hewitt seconded the meeting which was carried by the following vote:
3 yea
Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Ranello yea
Mon Sep 9, 2024

Planning

Planning board to study non-condemnation redevelopment area, consider subdivisions

The Millville Planning Board will meet on September 9, 2024 at 6:30 PM. Agenda items include a preliminary investigation to determine an area in need of non-condemnation redevelopment covering multiple blocks (124, 135, 139, 141). Several subdivision applications are scheduled, including from NJ Motorsports Park (amending its General Development Plan and seeking a minor subdivision/major site plan), Tetris Industrial LLC (minor subdivision with a bulk variance at 331 Riverside Drive), and Bruce Easmunt (minor subdivision with a C variance on E Main Street). One application from South Jersey Realty Group is carried over to October.

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Thu Sep 5, 2024

Zoning

Millville Zoning Board meeting for Sept 5, 2024 is cancelled

This meeting of the Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment scheduled for September 5, 2024 has been cancelled. There is no business to discuss. Items listed on the agenda, including a resolution for Cumberland County Community Church and an application from Community Healthcare Inc., will not be acted upon.

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Tue Sep 3, 2024

City Commission

City Commission to discuss Buckshutem Solar settlement

The City Commission is holding a closed session meeting to discuss a legal settlement. The discussion pertains to pending litigation in the cases of Buckshutem Solar vs. City of Millville.

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Tue Sep 3, 2024

City Commission

City to vote on using unexpended bond proceeds for water utility improvements

The Millville City Commission will consider two ordinances to reappropriate unexpended bond proceeds for water utility capital improvements. Other actions include a presentation on the collapsed hangar at Millville Airport and a resolution to lease a water tower to T-Mobile for $2,000/month. The agenda also features a change order for the High Street sidewalk project and authorization to advertise bids for Woodland Avenue Water Improvements.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves ordinances, resolutions, and bills at Sept. 3 meeting

The Millville City Commission held a regular meeting on September 3, 2024, and approved all agenda items, including bills, minutes, ordinances, resolutions, and the consent agenda. Key actions included adopting two ordinances on first reading for water utility improvements, approving several resolutions for contracts and appointments, and authorizing bid advertising for the Woodland Avenue Water Improvements project. Presentations were given on the Nabb Avenue project and the collapsed airport hangar, but no formal decisions were made on those topics.

Tue Sep 3, 2024

City Commission

City Commission to discuss solar lawsuit settlement in closed session

The Millville City Commission is holding a work session with limited public comment. The main action is a resolution to enter closed session to discuss a potential settlement in the lawsuit Buckshutem Solar vs. City of Millville. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Aug 20, 2024

City Commission

Resolution opposing offshore wind project heads to Millville commission vote

The Millville City Commission will hold a regular session with public hearings on ordinances and a consent agenda approving budget insertions and resolutions. Key items include a resolution opposing the industrial offshore wind project, naming the city sports complex to Tim Shannon Sports Complex, and rescinding support for a cannabis cultivation license at 1300 Wheaton Ave. The commission will also consider contracts for brush grinding and electrical repairs.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to dispense with the reading of the following minutes and to proceed with the regular order of business: 1. August 7, 2024 Work Session 2. August 7, 2024 Closed Session 3. August 7, 2024…
3 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Romanik yea
Tue Aug 20, 2024

City Commission

City Commission to discuss pole building bids and Synagrow savings

The City Commission will hold a work session to receive an update on Synagrow savings from the Sewer Superintendent. The body will also discuss a potential request for pole building bids.

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Mon Aug 12, 2024

Planning

Millville Planning Board to consider redevelopment investigation for multiple blocks

The Planning Board will vote on two resolutions: a major site plan for C&S Engineers at Pryor Street and a minor subdivision with bulk variance for Paul Porreca at 2406 Main Street. Two other applications (South Jersey Realty Group and NJ Motorsports Park) are carried to September. The board will also discuss a preliminary investigation to determine if several blocks qualify as a non-condemnation area in need of redevelopment, appoint a temporary solicitor, and review the Master Plan.

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Wed Aug 7, 2024

City Commission

Commission to award $161,733 contract for Laurel Lake Road improvements

The City Commission will hold a regular session with presentations, ordinances, and resolutions. Public hearings are scheduled for two second-reading ordinances: a salary range for Deputy Municipal Clerk ($40,000–$65,000) and stormwater code updates. The commission will also consider awarding a $161,733 contract for Laurel Lake Road Phase 1 to Paving Plus, LLC, and applying for a $250,000 UEZ grant for Buck Street Park improvements. Police promotions and recognitions are on the agenda.

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Wed Aug 7, 2024

City Commission

Millville Commission to discuss opposition to Industrial Offshore Wind Project

The City Commission will discuss a request from Long Beach Township to oppose the Industrial Offshore Wind Project. The body will also consider a resolution to enter a closed session for contract negotiations regarding three specific properties.

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Wed Aug 7, 2024

City Commission

Closed session on industrial park, public works building, and GEM purchase

The Millville City Commission is meeting in closed session to discuss contract negotiations for potential sale and redevelopment at the J. Hurley Industrial Park, the pending sale of the Public Works building at 416 S. 15th Street, and the potential purchase of the GEM Enterprises building. All discussions are under attorney-client privilege and contract negotiations exemptions. No public business will be conducted during this session.

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Thu Aug 1, 2024

Zoning

Millville Zoning Board meeting cancelled, no business

The Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 1, 2024, has been cancelled. There is no business to discuss.

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Tue Jul 16, 2024

City Commission

City Commission to consider resolution urging crackdown on illegal ATVs and dirt bikes

The City Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 16, 2024, to act on several ordinances and resolutions. Items include first readings of a salary ordinance for Deputy Municipal Clerk and a stormwater code amendment, along with multiple resolutions covering emergency contracts, grant applications, and a call for stricter ATV enforcement.

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Tue Jul 16, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to discuss 15th Street

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss 15th Street. The agenda does not list any specific resolutions or new business items for decision.

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Mon Jul 8, 2024

Planning

Millville Planning Board reviews major site plan and several subdivision requests

The board is considering a major preliminary and final site plan for the south end of Pryor Street. Members will also vote on resolutions for minor subdivisions at 2538 Newcombstowm Rd and 1321-1223 Cedar Street.

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Wed Jul 3, 2024

Zoning

Site plan review for Cumberland County Community Church at 1800 E Broad Street

The board will consider a major preliminary and final site plan application for Cumberland County Community Church. The agenda also includes the withdrawal of an application for Kate’s Boulevard and the resignation of the board solicitor.

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Tue Jul 2, 2024

City Commission

Discussion of potential settlement in Brennan Brothers, LLC vs. City of Millville

The Millville City Commission is meeting in closed session to discuss a potential settlement regarding the pending action of Brennan Brothers, LLC vs. City of Millville. This discussion involves attorney-client privilege and ongoing litigation.

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Tue Jul 2, 2024

City Commission

Millville Commission to consider $100,000 settlement and IT contract amendment

The Millville City Commission will vote on several resolutions, including a $100,000 legal settlement. The agenda also covers an IT services contract increase and a construction agreement for pressbox rehabilitation.

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Tue Jul 2, 2024

City Commission

Commission to discuss 15th Street Warehouse relocation and legal settlement

The City Commission will review presentation options for the 15th Street Warehouse relocation. The meeting also includes a resolution to authorize a closed session regarding a potential settlement in Brennan Brothers, LLC vs. City of Millville.

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Tue Jun 18, 2024

City Commission

Millville Commission considers banning asphalt plants and mining in AE district

The City Commission will review a rezoning presentation for the Buckshutem and Dividing Creek Roads intersection. The meeting includes second readings of ordinances regarding industrial land use and handicapped parking. Several resolutions for sewer repairs and utility contracts are also on the agenda.

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to dispense with the reading of the following minutes and to proceed with the regular order of business: 1. April 2, 2024 Regular Meeting 2. April 16, 2024 Work Session Commissioner Hewitt…
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Watson yea · Romanik yea
[context] The motion was carried by the following vote
4 yea
Sooy yea · Watson yea · Ranello yea · Romanik yea
Tue Jun 18, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to discuss noise ordinance during work session

The Millville City Commission will hold a work session meeting on June 18, 2024. The primary discussion item on the agenda is the city's noise ordinance. No other specific new business items are listed for this session.

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Mon Jun 10, 2024

Planning

Millville considers ordinance to prohibit asphalt plants and mining in AE District

The Millville Planning Board will review several subdivision applications and site plans. The board is also reviewing an ordinance to clarify that asphalt plants and mining are not permitted in the AE Zoning District. A compliance review for Nabb Solar I, LLC is also scheduled.

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Thu Jun 6, 2024

Zoning

Millville Zoning Board approves Nabb Solar I, LLC variance

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance for Nabb Solar I, LLC at Nabb Avenue and County Route #634. The board also reviewed correspondence from The Shewchenko Avenue Residences and noted that an application for Kate’s Boulevard will be carried over to the July 3 meeting.

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Wed Jun 5, 2024

City Commission

Millville Commission reviews street renaming, police hiring, and grant funds

The Millville City Commission will discuss and vote on several ordinances and resolutions affecting local regulations, public safety staffing, and municipal spending. These decisions update penalty limits for ordinance violations, add a police lieutenant position, rename a downtown street section, and direct state funding toward community programs and sidewalk improvements. The commission will also approve routine budget adjustments for multiple state grants, renew liquor licenses through June 30, 2025, and authorize the purchase of a new utility vehicle.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to dispense with the reading of the following minutes and to proceed with the regular order of business: 1. April 2, 2024 Work Session Commissioner Hewitt seconded the motion. The motion was…
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Watson yea · Romanik yea
Wed Jun 5, 2024

City Commission

Commissioners to discuss hotel tax collection and 15th Street warehouse relocation

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss Millville hotel tax collection and the relocation of a warehouse on 15th Street. The meeting also includes a period for public comment on these agenda items.

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Tue May 21, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to hold public hearing on 2024 Budget

The City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption of the Calendar Year 2024 Budget and its amendments. The body will also consider several ordinances regarding city codes, zoning, and street renaming.

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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ordinance on the first reading, which was seconded by Vice-Mayor Sooy. Commissioner Hewitt stated the city needs ratables and jobs and does not understand why the city does not want to permit asphalt…
3 yea
Sooy yea · Ranello yea · Romanik yea
Resolution of Support for suitability of Cannabis business with Shipwreck'd Labs, LLC at Block 265, Lot 5, 1300 Wheaton Ave. Commissioner Hewitt moved for the adoption of this resolution, which was…
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Ranello yea · Romanik yea
Resolution No. 93-2024 in order to replace Commissioner Hewitt with Commissioner Ranello as a member of the CBA negotiating team for all negotiations except Council 18. Vice-Mayor Sooy moved for the…
4 yea
Sooy yea · Watson yea · Ranello yea · Romanik yea
Tue May 21, 2024

City Commission

Commissioners to discuss waste fees and warehouse storage

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss delinquent solid waste utility fees. Commissioners will also discuss material storage and replacement at the 15th Street Warehouse.

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Mon May 13, 2024

Planning

Millville Planning Board to review solar projects and subdivision requests

The Planning Board will consider resolutions for minor subdivisions and amended solar project agreements. The board will also review a compliance report for Buckshutem Solar and an application for a subdivision and variance on Newcombtown Road.

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Tue May 7, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to hold closed session on labor contracts and litigation

The City Commission is meeting in a closed session to discuss collective bargaining agreements and a legal matter. These discussions are held under contract negotiation, attorney-client privilege, and pending litigation exceptions.

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Tue May 7, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to vote on budget limits and multiple city contracts

The City Commission is deciding on an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and update the Shade Tree Commission ordinance. The body will also consider several contracts for demolition, IT services, and emergency sewer repairs.

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution No. 152-2024 authorizing the City of Millville to sponsor CUT International Short Film Festival for their annual film festival event held in the City of Millville in the amount of…
3 yea
Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Romanik yea
Resolution No. 158-2024 of Support for suitability of Cannabis business with Kylie Flower Genetics, LLC at Block 265, Lot 5, 1300 Wheaton Ave. Commissioner Hewitt stated he was in receipt of the…
3 yea
Hewitt yea · Ranello yea · Romanik yea
Tue May 7, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to hold closed session on labor contracts and litigation

The City Commission will meet for a work session including a closed session. The private portion of the meeting will cover collective bargaining agreements and a specific legal case.

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Thu May 2, 2024

Zoning

Zoning board reviews a solar project variance at Nabb Avenue and County Route 634.

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment met on May 2, 2024, to review zoning applications and approve resolutions. The board approved a C Variance for It's Permittable LLC at 2102-2198 2nd Street, while Ganabe Real Estate, LLC withdrew its application for 19-21 High Street. The board also received an application from Nabb Solar I, LLC seeking variances for a project at Nabb Avenue and County Route #634. Zoning variances allow property owners to deviate from standard rules, which directly impacts local land use.

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Tue Apr 16, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to discuss stormwater lawsuit ramifications

The City Commission is holding a closed session meeting to discuss a recently decided lawsuit against the Borough of Haddonfield regarding stormwater management. This session is conducted under attorney-client privilege.

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Tue Apr 16, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to introduce 2024 Municipal Budget

The City Commission will discuss the introduction of the Calendar Year 2024 Municipal Budget and a proposal to exceed budget appropriation limits. The body is also considering the repeal of a solar facility ordinance and several professional service contracts.

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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to receive and file a letter from Mayor Romanik appointing Larry Malone to serve as a Business Community Member of the UEZ Board of Directors with a term expiring April 16, 2027. Vice-Mayor…
3 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Watson yea
Resolution No. 136-2024 of Support for suitability of Cannabis business with Proper ReLeaf at Block 265, Lot 5, 1301 North 10th Street. Comm issioner Hewitt moved for the adoption of this resolution…
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Ranello yea · Romanik yea
Resolution No. 137-2024 of Support for suitability of Cannabis business with Joint Ventures 4 Twenty Inc. at Block 265, Lot 5, 1301 North 10th Street. Vice-Mayor Sooy moved for the adoption of this…
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Ranello yea · Romanik yea
Tue Apr 16, 2024

City Commission

Millville Commission to discuss retail cannabis sales

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss two proposed ordinances. These include rules for retail cannabis sales and updates to the Shade Tree Commission regarding stormwater management.

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Mon Apr 8, 2024

Planning

Millville Planning Board reviews solar facility ordinance and subdivision requests

The Planning Board will consider an ordinance to rescind previous rules regarding utility-scale solar facilities. The board is also reviewing subdivision and site plan applications for properties on Sugarman Ave, G Street, and Manor Ave.

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Thu Apr 4, 2024

Zoning

Approval of C Variance for Innovation Foods at 4 Garton Avenue

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a C Variance for Innovation Foods at 4 Garton Avenue. Applications for Ganaba Real Estate, LLC and Nabb Solar I, LLC were adjourned to the May 2, 2024 meeting. A C Variance request for It's Permittable was also presented.

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Tue Apr 2, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to appoint Benjamin J. Romanik as Mayor

The City Commission will hold a swearing-in ceremony for Mayor Benjamin J. Romanik and appoint Carole Cossaboon as Commissioner. The body will also consider property conveyances, redevelopment agreements, and professional service contracts.

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to receive and file letter from Mayor Romanik appointing Vice-Mayor Joseph Sooy as a member of the Board of Directors of the Urban Enterprise Zone. Commissioner Watson seconded the motion…
3 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Watson yea
motion to authorize the following Special Event on Public Lands Application pending approvals: 1.) Off-Road Time Keeping Motorcycle Event sponsored by Competition Dirt Riders on August 25, 2024 from…
3 yea
Watson yea · Romanik yea · Sooy yea
Tue Apr 2, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to discuss bulk waste pick-up

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the pick-up of bulk waste. The agenda does not list any specific resolutions or new business items for decision.

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Tue Mar 19, 2024

City Commission

Millville Commission considers rezoning 700 acres and repealing solar facility rules

The City Commission is deciding on several land use ordinances, including a large rezoning and the repeal of utility-scale solar facility regulations. The body is also reviewing contracts for landscaping and animal sheltering services.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to reconsider the proposed ordinance for first reading. Commissioner Watson seconded the motion. The motion was carried by the following vote
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Orndorf yea · Watson yea · Romanik yea
Tue Mar 19, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to review fleet maintenance system

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss a presentation on a fleet maintenance lift and alignment system. The meeting includes time for public comment and commissioner discussions.

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Mon Mar 11, 2024

Planning

Millville Planning Board to review rezoning and subdivision applications

The Planning Board will consider three subdivision and site plan applications. The board will also conduct a consistency review for an ordinance to rezone specific blocks to farmland production.

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Thu Mar 7, 2024

Zoning

Zoning Board reviews variance applications for solar and food innovation projects

The Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing two variance applications. The application for Nabb Solar I, LLC has been adjourned until the April 4th meeting. The board is also considering a C Variance request for Innovation Foods at 4 Garton Avenue.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to discuss Buckshutem Solar litigation

The City Commission is holding a closed session meeting to discuss pending litigation. The session is designated for attorney-client privilege regarding a specific legal matter.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

City Commission

Millville considers $2 million bond for city warehouse and storage facility

The City Commission is reviewing several bond ordinances for infrastructure and environmental work. The body is also discussing land use rezoning and various grant applications for community safety and revitalization.

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to table the ordinance failed by the following vote
2 yea
Hewitt yea · Watson yea
ordinance on the first reading, which was seconded by Vice-Mayor Sooy. The motion failed by the following vote
2 yea
Sooy yea · Romanik yea
Tue Mar 5, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to discuss Buckshutem Solar litigation

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss new business and commissioner items. The meeting includes a resolution to enter a closed session regarding pending litigation with Buckshutem Solar, LLC.

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Tue Feb 20, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to discuss bonds, contracts, and solar litigation

The City Commission will hold a work session to clarify bond items and contracts from the Regular Agenda. The meeting includes a resolution to enter a closed session regarding pending litigation with Buckshutem Solar, LLC.

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Tue Feb 20, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to discuss Buckshutem Solar litigation

The City Commission is holding a closed session meeting to discuss pending litigation. The session focuses on the case of Buckshutem Solar, LLC v. City of Millville and City of Millville Planning Board.

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Tue Feb 20, 2024

City Commission

Millville considers $2 million bond for city warehouse and storage facility

The City Commission is reviewing several bond ordinances for infrastructure and environmental projects. The body is also considering professional service contracts for wastewater treatment plant upgrades and a new roll-off truck purchase.

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to receive and file a petition for the installation of a guard rail received on February 16, 2024. Commissioner Romanik seconded the motion, which was approved by the following vote
3 yea
Hewitt yea · Watson yea · Romanik yea
Resolution No. 77-2024 awarding a Professional Services Contract through a Non-Fair and Open process with W.E. Johnson Engineering to perform professional engineering services in connection with the…
3 yea
Hewitt yea · Romanik yea · Sooy yea
Mon Feb 12, 2024

Planning

Planning Board to vote on land redivisions and subdivision approvals

The Millville Planning Board is meeting to review and approve several land-use resolutions. These include a property redivision and the re-approval of two minor subdivisions.

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Tue Feb 6, 2024

City Commission

City Commission to discuss DRBA Lease Agreement in closed session

The City Commission is holding a closed session meeting to discuss a lease agreement with the DRBA. This portion of the meeting is conducted under attorney/client privilege and contract negotiations.

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Tue Feb 6, 2024

City Commission

Millville considers $11 million bond for wastewater treatment plant project

The City Commission is reviewing several ordinances, including a bond for a wastewater treatment plant clarifier and a capital purchase for a roll-off truck. The body will also consider salary changes for the Municipal Administrator and Zoning Officer, and the rescinding of support for three cannabis facilities.

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to dispense with the reading of the following minutes and to proceed with the regular order of business: I. November 08, 2023 Regular Session 2. November 21, 2023 Demolition Hearing…
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Romanik yea · Orndorf yea
[context] The motion was carried by the following vote
4 yea
Hewitt yea · Sooy yea · Romanik yea · Orndorf yea
Tue Feb 6, 2024

City Commission

City Planner to present Master Plan Reexamination Report

The City Commission will receive a presentation from City Planner Barbara J. Fegley regarding the Master Plan Reexamination Report. The body will also consider a resolution to enter a closed session to discuss a DRBA Lease Agreement.

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Thu Feb 1, 2024

Zoning

Millville Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting cancelled

The scheduled meeting for February 1, 2024, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

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Tue Jan 16, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to discuss litigation in closed session

The City Commission is holding a closed session meeting to discuss a legal matter. The session is designated for attorney-client privilege and ongoing litigation.

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Tue Jan 16, 2024

City Commission

Millville Commission discusses $11 million wastewater bond and various ordinances

The City Commission is considering several first-reading ordinances, including a bond for a wastewater treatment plant project. The agenda also includes multiple professional service contracts and municipal appointments.

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Tue Jan 16, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission to hold work session on January 16

The City Commission will hold a work session including a public comment portion. The agenda includes a resolution to enter a closed session to discuss ongoing litigation.

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Mon Jan 8, 2024

Planning

Planning Board reviews subdivision requests for Pine Road and Hogbin Road

The City of Millville Planning Board is meeting to vote on resolutions and applications regarding land subdivision. The board will also establish its 2024 meeting schedule and reappoint professional positions.

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Thu Jan 4, 2024

Zoning

Millville Zoning Board discusses annual meeting dates and professional reappointments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review the 2024 annual meeting schedule and the reappointment of several board professionals. An application for variances at 19-21 High Street has been carried over to the March 7, 2024 meeting.

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Tue Jan 2, 2024

City Commission

Millville City Commission holds reorganization meeting to appoint officials and set budget

The City Commission is meeting to adopt the 2024 temporary budget and appoint various professional service providers. The body will also vote on municipal attorney and engineer contracts and a street renaming ordinance.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution No. 22-2024 appointing Christopher Powell as Risk Management Consultant and awarding a Professional Services Contract appointing Hardenbergh Insurance Group as Insurance Broker of Record…
4 yea
Sooy yea · Watson yea · Romanik yea · Orndorf yea