New Providence, NJ

Planning Board

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on seven applications for zoning variances, mostly for home additions, decks, and a fence. The board will also review minutes from its August 17 meeting. No public hearings are scheduled for September 28.

• Application #2026-10: 78 Hickson Drive – addition with front-yard setback 18.6 ft (required 40 ft), rear-yard 30.2 ft (required 45.85 ft), side-yard 11.2 ft (required 12 ft), building coverage 2,278 sq ft (max 1,754 sq ft)
• Application #2026-11: 14 Midvale Drive – addition with side-yard setback 10.1 ft (required 12 ft)
• Application #2026-13: 41 Commonwealth Avenue – driveway expansion, 2.7 ft from property (required 6 ft)
• Application #2026-14: 139 Walton Avenue – deck with rear-yard setback 25 ft (required 40 ft)
• Application #2026-12: 946 Springfield Avenue – fence along Maple Street, 6 ft high (max 4 ft with 50% open)

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board will hold a remote meeting on August 18, 2026, to consider an amended site plan for a change of use to a restaurant (Buffalo Wild Wings) at 1275 Springfield Avenue. The board will also review upcoming hearings and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Resolution on Application #2026-02: New Providence Wings LLC, 1275 Springfield Avenue, Block 60, Lot 16, change of use to Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant
• Upcoming hearing September 8, 2026: 80 South Street LLC, Application #2016-03, 80 South Street, to convert drive-through into enclosed garage for food truck
• Minutes of July 21, 2026 meeting

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five variance applications for residential properties, each seeking relief from zoning requirements such as setbacks, coverage, and driveway distances. The board will also review two applications scheduled for the September 14 meeting and consider minutes from July 20, 2026.

• Application #2026-09: 30 Fairmount Road – front porch, 35-ft setback vs 40-ft required, 44.4% impervious coverage vs 40% max
• Application #2026-10: 78 Hickson Drive – addition, multiple setback variances, building coverage 2,278 sq ft vs 1,754 sq ft max
• Application #2026-11: 14 Midvale Drive – addition, side-yard setback 10.1 ft vs 12 ft required
• Application #2026-13: 41 Commonwealth Avenue – driveway expansion, 2.7 ft from property vs 6 ft required
• Application #2026-14: 139 Walton Avenue – deck, rear-yard setback 25 ft vs 40 ft required

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings on four ordinances, including zoning amendments, salary rates, traffic changes, and establishing a Deputy Chief of Police position. They will also vote on resolutions to appoint a new Deputy Chief and Captain, approve a $12.5 million bills list, and authorize numerous contracts for park improvements, records digitization, and other services.

• Public hearings on Ordinances 2026-06 (zoning), 2026-07 (salary rates), 2026-08 (vehicles/traffic), and 2026-09 (police deputy chief)
• Resolution 2026-268 appointing Stephen Drown as Deputy Police Chief; Resolution 2026-269 appointing Sean Bubb as Police Captain
• Resolution 2026-283 authorizing payment of bills totaling $12,515,984.58
• Resolution 2026-274 approving $44,860.88 for shade structures at Oakwood Park playground
• Resolution 2026-289 approving $68,600 for a municipal annex generator

Planning Board

The Planning Board will vote on an amended site plan for a Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant at 1275 Springfield Avenue, replacing a former gym. A public hearing is scheduled for amendments to the Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and other procedural items.

• Resolution on New Providence Wings LLC Application #2026-02 for amended site plan at 1275 Springfield Avenue (Block 60, Lot 16.01, Sub Unit 1B) to convert a former gym into a Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant.
• Public hearing on amendments to the Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (HEFSP).

The Planning Board unanimously adopted revisions to the Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, updating the Saint Andrews district to include 10 market-rate units alongside 24 affordable units. The board also found Ordinance 2026-06, which bans data centers in the borough, consistent with the Master Plan and recommended its adoption. A resolution for a Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant at 1275 Springfield Avenue is under attorney review and will be memorialized at the next meeting.

• Adopted revisions to the Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (unanimous)
• Approved resolution adopting the revised HEFSP (unanimous)
• Found Ordinance 2026-06 (data center ban) consistent with Master Plan and recommended adoption (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 7, 2026 meeting

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding a residential porch construction and a request for an extension of time for a major site plan. The board will also review upcoming August hearings for four residential additions and expansions.

• Lantern Hill New Providence, LLC: Request to reduce independent living units from 554 to 444 and convert 45 units to 85 health care units at 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue
• Jessica and Scott Pocaro: Application for a front porch at 30 Fairmount Road with a proposed 35-foot front-yard setback
• Lantern Hill New Providence, LLC: Request for variance to permit a building length of 311 feet for Building 2.2
• Lantern Hill New Providence, LLC: Request for design waiver for 1.8 footcandles of illumination at the Southgate Road driveway property line

The Board of Adjustment approved a four-year extension of protection for the amended preliminary and final site plan approval and variance relief granted in September 2024 to Redwood-ERC New Providence, LLC (Erickson Living) for the Lantern Hill development at 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue. The extension runs to September 23, 2030, with the condition that the applicant maintain the site at all times prior to and during construction. The Board also approved a resolution memorializing the extension with that condition. Additionally, the Board approved an application by Jessica and Scott Pocaro for a front porch at 30 Fairmount Road, with conditions that the porch lighting be recessed, the area under the porch be screened, and the porch never be enclosed.

• Approved 4-year extension of protection for Lantern Hill site plan approval to Sept 23, 2030 (4-0)
• Memorialized resolution granting extension with site maintenance condition (4-0)
• Approved front porch variance application for 30 Fairmount Road (4-0)
• Approved minutes from July 6, 2026 meeting

Borough Council

The Borough Council is deciding on resolutions and ordinances including a $1,027,560 contract for HVAC upgrades to the municipal building, appointment of Donald Sretenovic as police chief, and adoption of amended affordable housing plans. Other items include $477,116.73 for road paving and a zoning ordinance amendment. The meeting also introduces ordinances on traffic, police department structure, and employee compensation rates.

• Resolution 2026-253: HVAC upgrades to Municipal Building for up to $1,027,560
• Resolution 2026-263: Appointment of Donald Sretenovic as Police Chief
• Resolution 2026-242: Amended mediation agreement resolving affordable housing plan challenges
• Resolution 2026-266: Road paving contract with Schifano Construction for $477,116.73
• Ordinance 2026-06: Introduction of zoning code amendment (Chapter 310)

The Borough Council approved a consent agenda containing 34 items, including contracts for HVAC upgrades at the Municipal Building ($1,027,560), road paving ($477,116.73), and park bench replacements ($44,793.68). It also accepted the retirement of Police Chief Daniel Henn, appointed Donald Sretenovic as the new Police Chief effective August 1, 2026, and introduced four ordinances, including one to prohibit AI data centers in all zones. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1,027,560 HVAC upgrade contract with Trane North Jersey (unanimous)
• Approved $477,116.73 road paving contract with Schifano Construction (unanimous)
• Accepted Police Chief Daniel Henn's retirement resignation (unanimous)
• Appointed Donald Sretenovic as Police Chief effective Aug 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $44,793.68 for 24 park benches at Centennial Park (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to prohibit AI data centers in all zones (unanimous)
• Approved $5,362,559.09 bills payable list (unanimous)
• Settled tax appeals with Shagun Holdings for 165 South Street (unanimous)

Board of Health

This meeting includes a discussion of a proposed ordinance to ban pet stores from selling animals sourced from out-of-state puppy mills. The board will also receive reports on animal control, health inspections, and financials. Old business includes a recap of the May Health Fair.

• Discussion of ordinance banning pet stores selling from puppy mills
• Animal Control Solutions monthly reports for April, May, June 2026
• Health Fair held on May 13th
• Health Inspector's reports for April, May, June
• Secretary's financial reports for May and June

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on an amended site plan application by New Providence Wings LLC to change the use of a unit at 1275 Springfield Avenue to a Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant. The board will also consider other business and approve minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting.

• Public hearing for application #2026-02: amended site plan for change of use to a restaurant (Buffalo Wild Wings)
• Location: 1275 Springfield Avenue, Block 60, Lot 16, Central Commercial District
• Premises previously occupied by a Max Challenge gym
• Planning review of the application
• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2026

The Planning Board approved an amended site plan (Application #2026-02) for New Providence Wings LLC to change the use of Sub-Unit 1B at 1275 Springfield Avenue from a Max Challenge gym to a Buffalo Wild Wings GO take-out restaurant. The approval was unanimous (7-0) and subject to conditions including employee parking in the rear lot, the rear door being closed to the public, and specific operating hours. The board also discussed a potential ordinance amendment to increase the allowable portico size from 25 SF to 50 SF, but took no action.

• Approved amended site plan for Buffalo Wild Wings GO at 1275 Springfield Ave (7-0)
• Approved minutes from April 21, 2026 meeting
• Discussed potential portico ordinance amendment, no action taken
• Noted receipt of construction plans for 64 South Street (South Street Market/Skolniks)

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request from Lantern Hill New Providence, LLC for an extension of time and amended site plan approval to reduce independent living units and add health care units. The board will also decide on several variance applications for home additions and a gas station redevelopment. A public hearing on the gas station application, carried from April and June, is scheduled.

• Lantern Hill New Providence, LLC seeks extension for amended site plan to reduce independent living units from 554 to 444, convert 45 units to 85 health care units (total 401 independent, 170 health care) at 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue
• Ranbir Thakur application (carried hearing) for site plan, conditional use, and bulk variance to demolish existing carwash and build a 1,831 sq ft convenience store with gas station at 1778 Springfield Avenue
• 21 Sterling, LLC seeks multiple variances for front-, rear-, and side-yard setbacks and driveway placement at 31 Commonwealth Avenue
• Nicholas and Catherine Alessi seek variances for rear- and side-yard setbacks and building coverage at 141 Maple Street
• Jessica and Scott Pocaro seek variances for front-yard setback and impervious coverage for a front porch at 30 Fairmount Road

The Board of Adjustment heard extensive testimony on Ranbir Thakur's application to re-establish 1778 Springfield Avenue as a gas station with a convenience store. After discussion, board members expressed concerns about the intensity of the combined use and traffic safety. The applicant requested the board not vote so he could consider eliminating the canopy or diesel fuel pump, and the application was carried to October 5, 2026. The board also approved three resolutions for new home construction and additions at 31 Commonwealth Avenue, 141 Maple Street, and 305 Runnymede Parkway.

• Carried gas station/convenience store application #2025-20 to October 5, 2026
• Approved 21 Sterling, LLC application for new home at 31 Commonwealth Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Nicholas and Catherine Alessi application for addition at 141 Maple Street (6-0)
• Approved Eleanor Elizabeth McCabe application for addition at 305 Runnymede Parkway (6-0)
• Approved minutes from June 15, 2026 meeting

Borough Council

The New Providence Borough Council will vote on a consent agenda of 17 resolutions, including approval of $724,452.66 in bills payable, several budget insertions for grants, issuance of liquor licenses, and a shared service agreement for a special law enforcement officer. They will also adopt the Union County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan and authorize grant applications to FEMA and Union County.

• Approval of bills payable list totaling $724,452.66
• Adoption of Union County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Shared service agreement for Special Law Enforcement Officer with Academy of Our Lady of Peace
• Liquor license renewals for Providence Liquors, Porto Heli Inc, and Heinel Hospitality LLC
• Grant applications for CDBG ADA bathroom upgrade at police department and senior citizen program

The Borough Council approved a 17-item consent agenda including payments totaling $724,452.66, several grant applications, liquor license renewals, and a shared service agreement for a school police officer. All items passed unanimously by roll call vote.

• Approved $724,452.66 in bills payable (unanimous)
• Authorized application for $40,000 Kids Recreation Trust Fund Grant (unanimous)
• Authorized application for $4,000 Greening Union County Grant (unanimous)
• Inserted $56,000 CDBG for ADA bathroom upgrade at police department (unanimous)
• Inserted $15,000 CDBG for senior programs (unanimous)
• Inserted $75,000 Management Enhancement Review grant (unanimous)
• Approved shared service agreement for SLEO III with Academy of Our Lady of Peace (unanimous)
• Adopted Union County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board will consider several applications for residential construction variances including setbacks and building coverage. Additionally, the Board will review a request to re-establish a property as a gas station via site plan and conditional use.

• 21 Sterling, LLC: Application for new home construction with setback and fence variances
• Nicholas and Catherine Alessi: Application for residential addition at 141 Maple Street
• Eleanor Elizabeth McCabe: Application for residential addition at 305 Runnymede Parkway
• Ranbir Thakur: Request to re-establish gas station at 1778 Springfield Avenue

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for June 16, 2026, has been canceled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this time.

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will consider three applications for variances to construct additions or redevelop a gas station. The meeting includes a review of a previously postponed public hearing.

• 21 Sterling, LLC: Variance for new home construction at 31 Commonwealth Avenue
• Nicholas and Catherine Alessi: Variance for addition at 141 Maple Street
• Eleanor Elizabeth McCabe: Variance for addition at 305 Runnymede Parkway
• Ranbir Thakur: Conditional use and bulk variance for gas station at 1778 Springfield Avenue
• Review of public hearing carried from April 6 and June 1, 2026

The Board of Adjustment approved two residential addition applications and deferred a gas station proposal. A separate home construction request was tabled pending attorney review.

• Approved Alessi home addition (6-0)
• Approved McCabe second-floor addition (6-0)
• Deferred Thakur gas station plans
• Tabled 21 Sterling home construction

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2026-05, a $2,910,215 bond ordinance for various capital improvements, authorizing $2,416,000 in bonds. The council will also consider resolutions including adoption of the Community Energy Plan, appointment of four police officers at various steps, and a $74,520 contract for patio and driveway replacement at Oakwood Park playground. Other items include alcohol license renewals, budget revenue insertions, and payment of $1,408,341.55 in bills.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-05: $2,910,215 bond for capital improvements, authorizing $2,416,000 in bonds
• Resolution 2026-206 adopting the Community Energy Plan
• Resolution 2026-208: $74,520 for patio and driveway replacement at Oakwood Park playground
• Resolutions 2026-219 through 2026-224 appointing police officers Kevin Gutierrez, Marcos Martinez, Carly Bouman, Ronald Guidetti, advancing Edgardo Aguilar, and authorizing sale of service weapon to retiring officer Bryce Garrison
• Resolution 2026-215 authorizing payment of bills totaling $1,408,341.55

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2026-05, authorizing $2,416,000 in bonds to fund $2,910,215 of capital projects. It also approved a 12‑month Laserfiche records‑management contract, adopted the Community Energy Plan, and authorized $74,520 for Oakwood Park patio and driveway upgrades. Additional actions included modifying the Union County cooperative agreement and inserting special‑revenue items into the 2026 budget.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-05 bond ordinance for $2.91 M capital improvements (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-205 authorizing a 12‑month Laserfiche software contract
• Adopted Resolution 2026-206 adopting the Community Energy Plan
• Approved Resolution 2026-208 authorizing up to $74,520 for Oakwood Park patio and driveway replacement
• Approved Resolution 2026-209 authorizing amendment of the 2014 cooperative agreement with Union County
• Approved Resolution 2026-210 inserting $25,000 PEG Access Capital Grant into the 2026 budget
• Approved Resolution 2026-214 authorizing a $3,091.95 tax refund for a 100% Disabled Veteran exemption
• Approved Resolution 2026-215 authorizing payment of bills totaling $1,408,341.55

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to consider a single item: Resolution 2026-204, which would authorize a Memorandum of Agreement with Union County for the use of a county vehicle. No other business is listed.

• Resolution 2026-204: Memorandum of Agreement with Union County for use of a county vehicle

The Borough Council approved Resolution 2026-204, authorizing a memorandum of agreement with Union County for the use of a county vehicle. The resolution passed with four ayes (Cumiskey, Dolan, Lerner, Gardner) and no nays. No other substantive decisions were made at this special meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2026-204 authorizing MOA with Union County for use of county vehicle (4-0)

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. has been canceled. No further details are provided.

• Meeting canceled; no items will be discussed or decided

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a proposal to redevelop 1778 Springfield Avenue as a gas station with a convenience store, carried from April. The board will also vote on resolutions for two variance applications: a side-yard setback at 25 Primrose Drive and multiple variances for a new home at 31 Commonwealth Avenue.

• Public hearing: Ranbir Thakur application to demolish existing carwash and build 1,831-sf convenience store with gas station at 1778 Springfield Avenue (C2 zone)
• Resolution: Bernardo Estupinan — side-yard setback variance for addition at 25 Primrose Drive (required 14.34 ft, proposed 12 ft)
• Resolution: 21 Sterling, LLC — front, rear, side-yard, driveway, and fence variances for new home at 31 Commonwealth Avenue
• Future hearing (June 15): Nicholas and Catherine Alessi — rear and side-yard setback and building coverage variances for addition at 141 Maple Street
• Future hearing (June 15): Eleanor Elizabeth McCabe — rear-yard setback variance for addition at 305 Runnymede Parkway

The Board approved a resolution for a home addition at 25 Primrose Drive. A hearing regarding a gas station site plan on Springfield Avenue was postponed to July 6, 2026. The May 18 meeting minutes were approved as submitted.

• Approved construction of an addition at 25 Primrose Drive (3-0)
• Carried hearing for 1778 Springfield Avenue to July 6, 2026
• Approved May 18, 2026 meeting minutes as submitted

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on a traffic ordinance amendment and hear a presentation on the Community Energy Plan. The council will vote on a $2,910,215 bond ordinance for various capital improvements, authorize payment of $4,717,634.67 in bills, and approve the hiring of two probationary police officers. Several resolutions cover police and fire vehicle purchases totaling over $122,000, as well as equipment and renovation expenses.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2026-05: Bond ordinance appropriating $2,910,215 for capital improvements, authorizing $2,416,000 in bonds
• Resolution 2026-186 and 2026-187: Appointing Kahleb Hicks and Quinn Lonergan as probationary police officers
• Resolution 2026-190: Authorizing payment of bills totaling $4,717,634.67
• Resolutions 2026-196 through 2026-199: Approving purchase of a Chevrolet Tahoe fire command vehicle ($61,095.99), a Ford Explorer patrol vehicle ($45,385.50), police vehicle upfit ($8,741.15), and MDT computer ($6,835.60)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-04: Amending Chapter 257 (Vehicles and Traffic)

The Council introduced a bond ordinance to fund 2026 capital projects including road paving and sewer work. They also appointed two probationary police officers and approved several public safety vehicle purchases.

• Appointed Kahleb Hicks as probationary Police Officer
• Appointed Quinn Lonergan as probationary Police Officer
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-04 amending 'Vehicles And Traffic' code
• Approved $7,500 final payment to Current Elevator Technology Inc. for Elizabeth Barabash Manor elevator replacement
• Introduced Ordinance 2026-05 appropriating $2,910,215 for capital improvements
• Authorized $4,717,634.67 in bills payable
• Approved $61,095.99 for Chevrolet Tahoe Fire Command Vehicle
• Approved $45,385.50 for Ford Explorer patrol vehicle

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for May 19, 2026, has been canceled.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance applications and consider a resolution for a home addition. The most consequential item is a proposal to demolish an existing carwash at 1778 Springfield Avenue and replace it with a gas station and 1,831-square-foot convenience store, requiring conditional use and bulk variance approvals. Other items include variance requests for home additions at 14 Slope Drive and 25 Primrose Drive, and a new home at 31 Commonwealth Avenue.

• Steven N. Kim requests variances for a home addition at 14 Slope Drive: proposed front-yard setback 36.3 ft (required 40 ft), rear-yard setback 36.5 ft (required 42.17 ft), building coverage 2,492 sq ft (max 2,130 sq ft).
• Bernardo Estupinan seeks variance for addition at 25 Primrose Drive: proposed side-yard setback 12 ft (required 14.34 ft); existing driveway 3 ft from property line and shed 4 ft from rear property line.
• 21 Sterling, LLC proposes a new home at 31 Commonwealth Avenue with multiple variances including front-yard setback on Osborne Avenue of 20.5 ft (required 40 ft) and a 6-ft wood fence not permitted in secondary front yard.
• Ranbir Thakur application (carried from April 6, 2026) to redevelop 1778 Springfield Avenue as a gas station with convenience store; existing carwash to be demolished, requiring site plan, conditional use, and bulk variance approvals.

The Board approved a variance for Bernardo Estupinan to construct a second-floor addition over the existing mudroom at 25 Primrose Drive, requiring a side-yard setback variance (5-0). A resolution was also adopted granting variances for Steven N. Kim's proposed addition at 14 Slope Drive for front-yard, rear-yard, and building coverage deviations (4-0). A public hearing was held for 21 Sterling, LLC's application for a new home at 31 Commonwealth Avenue but no decision was rendered.

• Approved variance for Bernardo Estupinan addition at 25 Primrose Drive (5-0)
• Adopted resolution granting variances for Steven N. Kim addition at 14 Slope Drive (4-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will vote on a resolution endorsing the amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, a key affordable housing document. They are also set to approve over $9.4 million in bills, appoint a police officer, and authorize contracts including $16,500 for the Independence Day fireworks exhibition and multiple municipal annex improvement projects.

• Resolution 2026-166 endorsing the amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
• Resolution 2026-167 authorizing $16,500 for Independence Day fireworks with Garden State Fireworks, Inc.
• Resolution 2026-178 approving payment of bills totaling $9,424,564.33
• Resolution 2026-180 appointing Nicholas Abruzzo as a permanent police officer (Step 9)
• Resolution 2026-177 inserting special revenue from the National Opioid Settlement into the 2026 budget

The Borough Council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 28 meeting. It adopted several resolutions, including a $16,500 fireworks contract, a $13,250 tennis‑court camera requisition, and a $9,424,564.33 payment of outstanding bills for the 2026 budget. The council also endorsed the amended Housing Element, authorized a sustainability education program, and appointed Officer Nicholas Abruzzo as a permanent police officer.

• Approved April 28 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $16,500 fireworks contract (Resolution 2026-167)
• Approved $13,250 tennis‑court camera requisition (Resolution 2026-168)
• Approved $9,424,564.33 payment of bills (Resolution 2026-178)
• Endorsed amended Housing Element and Fair Share Plan (Resolution 2026-166)
• Authorized sustainability education sessions for 2026 (Resolution 2026-165)
• Appointed Nicholas Abruzzo as permanent police officer (Resolution 2026-180)
• Authorized purchase of natural gas supply services (Resolution 2026-179)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss a proposed 5% increase for annual permits. Members are also reviewing discussions regarding residents keeping chickens in New Providence.

• Proposed 5% increase for annual permits
• Discussion regarding residents having chickens
• Health Fair scheduled for May 13th
• Review of Animal Control Solutions reports for March and April 2026

The Board of Health decided to raise all annual health permit fees by 3% and will not round the amounts to whole dollars. No vote tally was recorded. The meeting otherwise consisted of reports and discussion items with no other formal actions.

• Approved 3% increase to annual health permit fees (no vote tally recorded)

Planning Board

The May 5, 2026 Planning Board meeting has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled; no business conducted

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will vote on a variance for a home addition at 27 Osborne Avenue (Application #2026-03) and hold a public hearing for a second variance at 14 Slope Drive (Application #2026-05) involving front-yard, rear-yard setbacks and building coverage. They will also review two other variance applications set for May 18: one at 25 Primrose Drive and one for a new home at 31 Commonwealth Avenue, carried from April 20. Additionally, the board will discuss a possible increase in allowed square footage for open covered porticos and an ordinance change to let the land use secretary file legal notices on behalf of applicants.

• Resolution to consider variance for addition at 27 Osborne Avenue: side-yard setback of 8 ft vs. required 14.4 ft; front-yard setback of 39 ft vs. required 40 ft.
• Public hearing for Steven N. Kim (14 Slope Drive): front-yard setback of 36.3 ft vs. required 40 ft; rear-yard setback of 36.5 ft vs. required 42.17 ft; building coverage 2,492 sq ft vs. max 2,130 sq ft.
• Review of Bernardo Estupinan (25 Primrose Drive): side-yard setback of 12 ft vs. required 14.34 ft; existing driveway 3 ft from property line; shed 4 ft from rear property line.
• Review of 21 Sterling, LLC (31 Commonwealth Avenue): multiple proposed variances for new home including front-yard setback of 20.5 ft vs. required 40 ft, driveway 3 ft from property line vs. 6 ft, and fence height/type issue.
• Discussion of ordinance change to permit the land use secretary to file legal notice on behalf of applicants.

The Board approved Joann Anita O’Connor’s request to construct an addition at 27 Osborne Avenue, despite the proposed side‑yard and front‑yard setbacks being below the minimum, with a 5‑0 vote. The Board also approved Steven N. Kim’s application for multiple additions at 14 Slope Drive, imposing conditions on the front porch, tree preservation, lighting, and landscaping, with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved Joann O’Connor addition request (5-0)
• Approved Steven Kim addition with conditions (6-0)

Borough Council

The council will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2026 Municipal Operating Budget and the Special Improvement District (SID) Budget. A separate public hearing considers Ordinance 2026-03 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank. The council also plans to vote on a resolution opposing Senate Bill 1836, which would allow religious and non-profit organizations to convert property to inclusionary affordable housing developments.

• Resolution 2026-153: requisition up to $1,000,000 for Police Department renovation project
• Resolution 2026-149: resolution opposing Senate Bill 1836 on affordable housing conversions
• Resolution 2026-155: creating a long-range plan to address drainage issues
• Resolution 2026-157: up to $10,826 for Oakwood Park backstop replacement
• Resolution 2026-161: authorizing signatories for sale of 705 Central Avenue, Unit 1

The Borough Council adopted the 2026 municipal operating budget and a budget cap bank ordinance, and approved various resolutions including police renovation funding and community event sponsorships. No votes were recorded against these items.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-03 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits
• Adopted 2026 Municipal Operating Budget ($28.1M appropriations, 3.42% tax increase)
• Adopted 2026 Special Improvement District budget
• Approved $1M for Police Department renovation project
• Approved community event sponsorships for 2026
• Authorized road closures for Pioneer Day Street Fair
• Authorized reusable bag distribution agreement with Goatote
• Rejected all bids for composting services

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hear a presentation from the Historic Preservation Commission on reinstating the Historic Preservation Element into the Borough Master Plan. The board will also review the 2025 Board of Adjustment Annual Report. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn by 10:30 PM with no new testimony after 10:00 PM.

• Historic Preservation Commission presentation on reinstating the Historic Preservation Element into the Borough Master Plan
• Review of the 2025 Board of Adjustment Annual Report
• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2026

The Historic Preservation Commission presented a proposal to reinstate the Historic Preservation Element into the Master Plan during the next reevaluation. The commission proposes acting as a 'weak' advisory body providing non-binding recommendations to property owners. No formal vote or decision was recorded on the proposal.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three residential addition applications. Each application proposes setbacks that are below the minimums required by Chapter 310, Article IV, Section 310-11. The board will consider whether to grant permission for the additions.

• Application #2026-04 – 25 Primrose Drive – side‑yard setback 12 ft (minimum 14.34 ft)
• Application #2026-03 – 27 Osborne Avenue – side‑yard setback 8 ft (minimum 14.4 ft) and front‑yard setback 39 ft (minimum 40 ft)
• Application #2026-05 – 14 Slope Drive – front‑yard setback 36.3 ft (minimum 40 ft), rear‑yard setback 36.5 ft (minimum 42.17 ft), building coverage 2,492 sf (maximum 2,130 sf)

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a home addition at 27 Osborne Avenue, requiring the applicant to protect a tree prior to construction. A separate application for a home addition at 25 Primrose Drive was carried to the next meeting due to the applicant's absence.

• Approved variance for 27 Osborne Avenue addition (6-0)
• Required tree protection prior to construction
• Carried Bernardo Estupinan application to May 18, 2026
• Approved April 6, 2026 meeting minutes as submitted

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider a consent agenda including 16 items, most notably authorizing payment of $3,825,971.17 in bills, awarding on-call electrical contracts, and approving expenditures for downtown paver walkway resetting and elevator replacement. The meeting also features proclamations for Local Government Week, National Library Week, and local sports champions, followed by an executive session on personnel matters.

• Resolution 2026-137: Payment of bills totaling $3,825,971.17
• Resolution 2026-133: Awarding on-call electrical contracts to Sonny Electric Inc. and Foggia Trinity Electric, LLC through March 31, 2027
• Resolution 2026-142: Partial payment #3 of $26,218 for Elizabeth Barabash Manor elevator replacement
• Resolution 2026-141: Approval of $32,750 for resetting paver walkways in downtown
• Proclamations for Local Government Week, National Library Week, NP Cheerleading State Champions, and NP Girls Basketball Union County Champions

The Borough Council approved payments totaling $3.8 million, including school taxes and insurance, and authorized hiring summer help and electrical contractors. The body also approved a resolution to establish a trust fund for property beautification donations.

• Approved $3.8M bills payable list
• Authorized summer help hiring at $18/hr
• Approved electrical contracts through March 2027
• Authorized $5K for Passaic River snagging
• Approved $32.75K for downtown paver walkway repairs
• Authorized $26.2K for elevator replacement payment
• Authorized $40K T-Mobile grant application
• Authorized return of $1,711.60 escrow to Primrose School

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board will hold a remote meeting to consider site plan applications for a 104-unit inclusionary townhome development and a 297-unit age-restricted residential community.

• Toll Brothers, Inc. Application #2024-04: 104-unit multi-family inclusionary townhome development at 121 Chanlon Road
• NP Mountain Developers, LLC Application #2025-02: 297-unit age-restricted residential development at 70 Ryder Way
• Review of 2025 Year in Review
• Approval of March 17, 2026 Planning Board minutes
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom

The Board approved Toll Brothers' 104‑unit inclusionary townhome project and NP Mountain Developers' 297‑unit age‑restricted residential development. Both motions passed unanimously among members present. The Board also approved the March 17, 2026 meeting minutes. No other business was taken.

• Approved Toll Brothers 104‑unit townhome project (6‑0)
• Approved NP Mountain Developers 297‑unit age‑restricted development (5‑0)
• Approved March 17, 2026 meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider site plan and variance requests to re-establish a gas station and convenience store. The board will also review resolutions for residential additions and approve the 2025 Annual Report.

• Ranbir Thakur: Site plan and conditional use to replace a carwash with a gas station and 1,831 square foot convenience store at 1778 Springfield Avenue
• James Ray: Request for setbacks to construct an addition at 67 Division Avenue
• Michael and Christine Stramandinoli: Request for setbacks to construct an addition at 50 Crescent Drive
• Approval of the 2025 Annual Report

The Board approved James Ray's application #2026-01 to construct an addition at 67 Division Avenue. The 2025 Annual Report was also approved unanimously. No vote outcome was recorded for Michael and Christine Stramandinoli's application #2026-02.

• Approved James Ray Application #2026-01 (addition) – votes in favor: Ammitzboll, Ping, Zeran, Chairman Nadelberg
• Approved 2025 Annual Report – votes in favor: Ammitzboll, Grob, Ping, Rossi, Sorochen, Zeran, Chairman Nadelberg; no opposition
• No recorded vote outcome for Michael and Christine Stramandinoli Application #2026-02 (addition)