New Providence public meetings in 2023

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding vehicles, traffic, fees, and licenses. The body is also reviewing several contracts for public works and safety equipment, as well as police and public works personnel appointments.

• Ordinance 2023-09: Amending Chapter 257 'Vehicles And Traffic'
• Ordinance 2023-10: Amending Chapter 147 'Fees and Licenses'
• Contract for tennis court resurfacing (Courts 1-4) with Gold Standard Consulting Llc for $97,183.17
• Purchase of a Peterbilt Model 548 Truck from Cambria Automotive Companies, Inc not to exceed $245,814.00
• Purchase of public safety vehicles from Koch Holdings Inc in excess of $44,000.00

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four applications: a child care center with variances, a front porch exceeding coverage limits, a new home with multiple setback and height variances, and a revised senior housing plan reducing units. The senior housing hearing was previously carried from August, September, and October 2023 and will be carried again to a date announced at the meeting.

• ShaGun Holdings III, LLC: child care center at 17-31 High Street and 157-165 South Street, Block 170, Lots 1, 42, 44, R-3 and OR Zones, seeking variances for use, coverage, loading spaces, and setbacks
• Nicole Gehrig: front porch at 89 Crane Circle, Block 210, Lot 27, R-2 Zone, building coverage 2,162 sq ft vs 1,976 sq ft max allowed
• James J. Greener: new home at 1099 Springfield Avenue, Block 110, Lot 1, R-2 Zone, seeking variances for front/rear setbacks, building coverage, height, and pool distance
• Redwood-ERC New Providence, LLC: amended major site plan at 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue, Block 320, Lots 18.01 and 17.01, reducing independent living units from 554 to 444 and converting 45 units to 85 health care units

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a resolution for a townhouse development and hold a public hearing regarding a deck construction. The board is also scheduled to adopt the Open Space and Recreation Element of the Master Plan.

• Resolution for 309 South Street: preliminary and final site plan approval for 15 townhouse units and 34 parking spaces
• Public hearing for Helen Rallis: permission to construct a deck at 55 Southgate Road
• Adoption of the Open Space and Recreation Element of the Master Plan

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider a consent agenda with 12 routine items, including a $4.19 million bills payable list, a new ordinance amending fees and licenses, and several equipment purchases. They will also accept the retirement resignation of the Borough Clerk and support RevolutionNJ.

• Resolution 2023-331: Authorizes payment of bills totaling $4,193,353.25
• Ordinance 2023-10: Introduces amendments to Chapter 147 (Fees and Licenses)
• Resolution 2023-325: Approves $10,968.64 for DeCorso Community Center furniture
• Resolution 2023-326: Approves $17,465.54 for Lions Park playground equipment
• Resolution 2023-332: Accepts retirement resignation of Borough Clerk Wendi Barry

Borough Council

The New Providence Borough Council is holding a conference meeting with a single substantive agenda item: discussion of Council Goals for 2024. The meeting also includes public comments, but no formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion of Council Goals 2024

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three applications, including a request for preliminary and final site plan approval with variances to allow a child care center on properties zoned R-3 and OR. The board will also consider a front porch variance and a new home construction with multiple setback and coverage variances. A major site plan amendment for a senior living development is scheduled for review.

• ShaGun Holdings III, LLC: child care center at 17-31 High St and 157-165 South St, Block 170, Lots 1, 42, 44; variances for use, coverage, loading spaces, setbacks
• Nicole Gehrig: front porch at 89 Crane Circle, Block 210, Lot 27; building coverage 2,162 sq ft vs 1,976 max; carried from Sept 18
• James J. Greener: new home at 1099 Springfield Ave, Block 110, Lot 1; front setback 19.83 ft vs 40 ft required, rear setback 28.63 ft vs 40 ft, coverage 4,478 sq ft vs 3,087 max, height 36 ft vs 35 ft max, pool 8 ft vs 12 ft min
• Redwood-ERC New Providence, LLC: amended major site plan for 535 and 603 Mountain Ave, Block 320, Lots 18.01 and 17.01; reduce independent living units from 554 to 444, convert 45 to health care units, total 401 ILU and 170 HCU; variances for illumination and building length

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan application for 309 South Street. The applicant is seeking approval and variance relief to build two residential buildings on a 0.91-acre lot.

• Public hearing for 309 South Street, LLC (Application #2023-01) to develop 15 townhouse units
• Variance request for 309 South Street to bypass the two-acre minimum lot area requirement
• Upcoming December 12 hearing for Helen Rallis (Application #2023-03) regarding a deck at 55 Southgate Road

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider several variance applications for property additions and a new home, and will continue a hearing for a proposed child care center. The board will also review applications for future hearings and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Application #2032-16: 58 Dogwood Lane, addition with rear-yard setback of 34 ft (required 42 ft) and side-yard setback of 9.84 ft (required 12 ft)
• Application #2023-17: 24 Earl Place, sunroom addition with rear-yard setback of 26 ft (required 52.04 ft)
• Application #2023-18: 50 Crescent Drive, addition with building coverage of 2,413 sq ft (max 2,089 sq ft)
• Application #2023-11: 17-31 High Street and 157-165 South Street, child care center requiring variances for use, coverage, loading, and setbacks
• Application #2023-14: 1099 Springfield Avenue, new home with front-yard setback of 19.83 ft (required 40 ft) and building coverage of 4,478 sq ft (max 3,087 sq ft)

Borough Council

The New Providence Borough Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with 18 items, including paying $7,806,026.58 in bills, approving purchases for public safety surveillance equipment and a park sculpture, and introducing an ordinance amending the vehicles and traffic code. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant Year 50 for senior services and elevator replacement, and discussion of an AARP Age-Friendly Community designation.

• Resolution 2023-314: Payment of bills totaling $7,806,026.58
• Resolution 2023-318: Purchase of surveillance equipment up to $78,538.50
• Resolution 2023-311: Amendment to Lions Park playground equipment purchase (up to $137,000)
• Ordinance 2023-8: Amending Chapter 257 'Vehicles and Traffic'
• Public hearing: Community Development Block Grant Year 50 for senior services and elevator replacement

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three applications seeking variances to construct additions to homes, each requiring relief from zoning setback and coverage requirements. The board will also review an application carried from October for a child care center at 17-31 High Street and 157-165 South Street, scheduled for November 20.

• 58 Dogwood Lane: rear-yard setback 34 ft vs. 42 ft required; side-yard 9.84 ft vs. 12 ft; driveway 1 ft
• 24 Earl Place: sunroom rear-yard setback 26 ft vs. 52.04 ft required; patio abuts property line
• 50 Crescent Drive: building coverage 2,413 sq ft vs. 2,089 sq ft max; pool 5 ft from side line
• 17-31 High Street and 157-165 South Street: child care center variance, site plan, minor subdivision (carried from Oct. 2)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2023-08 to authorize the sale of property at Lot 29 in Block 12, no longer needed for public use. The council will also consider a consent agenda with resolutions on electricity purchase, property sale, appointments, and various contracts and payments.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-08 to sell Lot 29 in Block 12
• Resolution 2023-305 authorizes payment of bills totaling $406,305.38
• Resolution 2023-307 approves up to $25,130.10 for fire department dispatch equipment
• Resolution 2023-308 approves change order for $20,825.00 for sanitary sewer lining
• Resolution 2023-306 accepts proposal for South Street and Central Avenue traffic study

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four applications, including a major amendment to the Redwood-ERC senior living development on Mountain Avenue. The board will also consider three residential variance requests for additions. The meeting is in-person at the Municipal Center.

• Redwood-ERC: reduce independent living units from 554 to 444, convert 45 units to 85 health care units (total 401 ILU, 170 HCU) at 535/603 Mountain Ave
• Redwood-ERC: variance for 311-ft building length (max 200 ft, 340 ft with parking deck) and lighting waiver (1.8 vs 0.5 footcandles at property line)
• Dawn Converse & Richard Fedison: rear-yard setback 34 ft vs 42 ft required, side-yard 9.84 ft vs 12 ft at 58 Dogwood Lane
• Kathryn Bowler: sunroom rear-yard setback 26 ft vs 52.04 ft required at 24 Earl Place
• Michael & Christine Stramandinoli: building coverage 2,413 sq ft vs 2,089 sq ft max at 50 Crescent Drive

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning ordinance amendment and vote on a consent agenda with numerous resolutions, including contracts for road overlay, playground equipment, and fire department equipment. They will also introduce an ordinance to sell a public property and discuss various administrative items.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-06 amending the zoning ordinance
• Resolution 2023-298: $375,000 for 2023 Road Overlay Program with Schifano Construction
• Resolution 2023-274: $137,000 for Lions Park playground equipment and patio
• Resolution 2023-279: Payment of bills totaling $2,490,716.63
• Ordinance 2023-08: Authorizing sale of Lot 29 in Block 12

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting for a conference session, with the main agenda item being a preliminary goal-setting discussion. This is a working session rather than a decision-making meeting, and no formal actions are scheduled. Public comments are invited on non-agenda topics.

• Preliminary goal-setting discussion

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board is meeting to consider a site plan, subdivision, and variance application from MSP 15 South LLC and 1310 Springfield Avenue LLC to convert a building at 15 South Street into a professional medical office, adjust lot lines between two properties, and install a monument sign. The board will also review minutes from a previous meeting and handle routine communications.

• Application #2023-02: change use of building at 15 South Street to professional medical office
• Subdivide property and merge part of Lot 20 with adjacent Lot 18
• Install monument sign on Lot 18
• Properties: 15 South Street and 1312 Springfield Avenue, Block 171, Lots 20 and 18

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on several variance applications, including a request to build an addition at 312 Mountain Avenue that exceeds side-yard, building coverage, and impervious coverage limits, and a request for a time extension for an addition at 40 Laurel Drive. The board will also review a withdrawn application and discuss a major site plan for a senior living development. The meeting is in-person at the Municipal Center.

• Application #2023-15: Variance for addition at 312 Mountain Avenue (R-1 Zone) – side-yard 29.11 ft (min 30), building coverage 2,990 sq ft (max 2,250), impervious 45.6% (max 40%)
• Application #2022-23 EXT: Extension for addition at 40 Laurel Drive – front yards 23.05/20 ft (prevailing 24.96), rear setback 4.3 ft (min 43.78), building coverage 2,208 sq ft (max 1,520)
• Application #2023-09 (withdrawn): Restaurant at 1682 Springfield Avenue – not heard
• Application #2023-11: Child care center at 17-31 High St & 157-165 South St – variances for use in R-3 zone, coverage, loading spaces, setbacks
• Application #2023-08: Redwood-ERC – reduce independent living units from 554 to 444, convert 45 to health care, request lighting and building length variances

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on Comcast's franchise renewal and an ordinance to fund $107,000 for mobile device terminals for the Fire Department. The council will also vote on a consent agenda of 32 resolutions, including paying $2,900,108.49 in bills, approving contracts for bus services, basketball instruction, and engineering services, and authorizing various purchases and grants.

• Public hearing on Comcast of New Jersey II, LLC franchise renewal
• Ordinance 2023-07: $107,000 for Fire Department mobile device terminals
• Resolution 2023-246: Pay bills totaling $2,900,108.49
• Resolution 2023-252: Contract with Broadway Elite Tours for bus transportation
• Resolution 2023-261: $29,904 for Fire Department turnout gear

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance applications for residential construction, including a new home at 1099 Springfield Avenue and an addition at 312 Mountain Avenue. The board will also review two applications scheduled for October 2, one of which has been withdrawn. The meeting is procedural and includes roll call, minutes, and adjournment.

• Application #2023-14: New home at 1099 Springfield Ave seeks variances for setbacks, building coverage, height, and pool distance
• Application #2023-15: Addition at 312 Mountain Ave seeks variances for side-yard, building coverage, and impervious coverage
• Application #2023-09 (withdrawn): Restaurant at 1682 Springfield Ave, not permitted in R-2 zone
• Application #2023-11: Child care center at 17-31 High St and 157-165 South St, seeking variances for use, coverage, and setbacks

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board is meeting to review a proposed zoning ordinance amendment for the C1 Specialty Commercial District and to hold a public hearing on a site plan application. The application seeks to convert a building at 15 South Street into a professional medical office and adjust lot lines between two properties. The board will also consider minutes from a previous meeting.

• Ordinance 2023-06: amend C1 district to add side-yard setback for townhouses
• Application #2023-02 by MSP 15 South LLC and 1310 Springfield Avenue LLC
• Change use at 15 South Street to professional medical office
• Subdivide and merge lots at 15 South Street and 1312 Springfield Avenue
• Install monument sign on Lot 18

The Planning Board reviewed Ordinance 2023‑06, which adds a side‑yard setback requirement for townhouses in the C1 Specialty Commercial District. The Board found the ordinance consistent with the 2019 Housing Element, the Fair Share Plan, and the 2017 Master Plan Reexamination Report. Mayor Morgan moved to find the ordinance not inconsistent with the Master Plan, and the motion was approved with all six voting members in favor and none opposed.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023‑06 adding side‑yard setback to C1 Specialty Commercial district (6‑0)

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an amended site plan by Redwood-ERC New Providence, LLC for properties at 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue. The applicant seeks to reduce independent living units from 554 to 444, convert 45 units to 85 health-care units, and requests variances for lighting and building length. The board will also review upcoming hearings for new-home and addition proposals on Springfield and Mountain Avenues.

• Amended preliminary/final site plan for 535 & 603 Mountain Avenue (Block 320, Lots 18.01 & 17.01) to reduce independent living units to 444 and add 85 health-care units
• Variance request for 1.8 footcandles lighting at Southgate Road driveway (limit 0.5)
• Variance request for 311-foot Building 2.2 length (limit 200 ft, 340 ft with parking deck)
• Review of Sept. 18 hearing: new home at 1099 Springfield Avenue with multiple setback, coverage, height variances
• Review of Sept. 18 hearing: addition at 312 Mountain Avenue with side-yard and coverage variances

The Board held a public hearing regarding an application by Redwood-ERC New Providence, LLC to amend site plans for 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue. The applicant presented testimony on shadow studies, solar panels, EV stalls, and lighting waivers. No final decision was recorded in the provided minutes.

Board of Health

The New Providence Board of Health is meeting to consider the second reading of Ordinance 2023-01, which would amend Board of Health fees for all renewing and new businesses in 2024. The agenda also includes routine reports from the health director, health inspector, public health nurse, and secretary, as well as communications from Animal Control Solutions for July and August 2023.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-01 amending Board of Health fees, effective for 2024 renewals and new businesses
• Animal Control Solutions reports for July and August 2023
• Health Inspector's reports for July and August 2023
• Secretary's financial reports for July and August 2023

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The notice was issued by Secretary Margaret Koontz on August 28, 2023. No agenda items or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued August 28, 2023

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for August 22, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an amended preliminary and final major site plan for the Redwood-ERC New Providence, LLC development at 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue. The applicant seeks to reduce independent living units from 554 to 444, convert 45 independent living units to 85 health care units, and obtain waivers for lighting and building length. The hearing was carried from a previous meeting and is scheduled for August 21, 2023.

• Amended site plan to reduce independent living units from 554 to 444 and add 85 health care units
• Request for design waiver to allow 1.8 footcandles illumination at property line (limit is 0.5)
• Variance request for Building 2.2 length of 311 feet (limit is 200 feet, or 340 with parking deck)
• Public hearing scheduled for August 21, 2023; also listed for September 11, 2023

The Board reviewed an application from Redwood-ERC New Providence, LLC to amend the site plan for a continuing care retirement community at 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue. The proposal seeks to reduce the number of independent living units and increase green space and setbacks. No final decision was recorded in the provided minutes.

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on a $2,872,575 bond ordinance for various capital improvements and consider a zoning amendment. The consent agenda includes numerous resolutions, such as approving a $15,092,644.67 bill list, police and public works personnel actions, and several police department technology purchases.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-05, a $2,872,575 bond ordinance for capital improvements
• Ordinance 2023-06 amending the zoning ordinance
• Ordinance 2023-07 appropriating $107,000 for mobile device terminals for the Fire Department
• Resolution 2023-223 authorizing payment of bills totaling $15,092,644.67
• Resolution 2023-233 authorizing $41,218.75 purchase of public safety vehicles

The Council adopted Ordinance 2023-05 to appropriate $2,872,575 for capital improvements. Other actions included approving a $9M bond anticipation note sale and authorizing various police department infrastructure and vehicle purchases.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-05 appropriating $2,872,575 for capital improvements
• Awarded $9M bond anticipation note sale to Oppenheimer & Co. at 3.552% net interest cost
• Approved Ordinance 2023-07 for $107,000 to purchase Fire Department mobile device terminals
• Authorized $15,092,644.67 in bill payments, including $8.7M to Board of Education
• Approved $41,218.75 purchase of a 2023 Dodge Durango for Police Department
• Authorized $104,483.84 for fiber optic network upgrades for Police Server Room
• Appointed Cameron Saifi as property manager for 705 Central Avenue Condominium Association at $1,200/month
• Approved $15,000 budget insertion for spotted lantern fly remediation

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider three variance applications for residential properties, each seeking relief from zoning rules regarding fences, setbacks, and building coverage. The board will also review an amended site plan for a large senior living development on Mountain Avenue, scheduled for a future public hearing. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Application #2023-07: 6-ft fence at 37 Verona Road, variance from 4-ft 50% open fence requirement
• Application #2023-12: Addition at 28 Colony Court, variances for setbacks, building coverage, and curb cut width
• Application #2023-13: Shed at 58 Oxbow Drive, variances for side-yard and house-to-shed setbacks
• Application #2023-08 (review): Redwood-ERC New Providence, LLC, amended site plan for 535 & 603 Mountain Avenue, reducing independent living units from 554 to 444 and adding 85 health care units
• Review includes requests for lighting and building length variances for the Mountain Avenue development

The Board approved resolutions for a fence at 37 Verona Road, a home addition at 28 Colony Court, and a shed at 58 Oxbow Drive. The Board also reviewed an upcoming application for a senior living development on Mountain Avenue.

• Approved fence application at 37 Verona Road (3-0)
• Approved home addition application at 28 Colony Court (5-0)
• Approved shed application at 58 Oxbow Drive (5-0)
• Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for July 25, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Meeting cancellation notice for July 25, 2023

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public meeting on July 24, 2023, to hear three applications for zoning variances. These include a fence height variance, an addition with multiple setback and coverage variances, and a shed setback variance. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom due to the ongoing public health emergency.

• Application #2023-07: 6-foot fence at 37 Verona Road, variance from 4-foot height and 50% openness requirement
• Application #2023-12: Addition at 28 Colony Court, variances for front/side setbacks, building coverage, and curb cut width
• Application #2023-13: Shed at 58 Oxbow Drive, variances for side-yard and house-to-shed setbacks
• No public hearings scheduled for August 7, 2023
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom; public can join online or by phone

The Board approved a variance for a 6-foot solid wooden fence at 37 Verona Road. A second application for a home addition and multiple variances at 28 Colony Court was heard but not decided in the provided text.

• Approved 6-foot solid wooden fence at 37 Verona Road (5-2)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider a bond ordinance appropriating $2,872,575 for various capital improvements, funded by $2,728,500 in bonds or notes. The agenda also includes resolutions to approve police labor contracts, extend affordable housing restrictions, and authorize grant applications and payments. Several items are on the consent agenda for a single roll-call vote.

• Introduction of Bond Ordinance 2023-05: $2,872,575 for capital improvements, $2,728,500 in bonds
• Resolution 2023-209: Payment of bills totaling $4,490,304.46
• Resolutions 2023-212-214: Approve PBA Local 132 labor contracts for 2023-2026
• Resolutions 2023-210-211: Extend affordable housing restrictions at Murray Hill Farms and Southgate at Murray Hill
• Resolution 2023-218: Partial payment #2 of $468,789.02 to Riverview Paving for road improvements

The Borough Council approved three labor contracts for police associations and a salary increase for full-time employees. The council also authorized over $4.49 million in bill payments and introduced a bond ordinance for capital improvements totaling $2,872,575.

• Approved labor contracts for Patrolmen’s, Sergeant’s, and Superior Officers Associations (PBA Local 132) through 2026
• Approved 0.5% salary increase for full-time employees and part-time professionals retroactive to Jan 1, 2023
• Authorized payment of bills payable lists totaling $4,490,304.46
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-05 appropriating $2,872,575 for capital improvements
• Extended affordable housing restrictions for Murray Hill Farms and Southgate at Murray Hill developments until 2054
• Approved $468,789.02 payment to Riverview Paving, Inc. for road improvements
• Authorized applications for Kids Recreation Trust Fund grant ($100,000) and Greening Union County grant ($1,200)
• Authorized bidding for basketball instruction and bus transportation services

Board of Health

The New Providence Board of Health is meeting to review proposed increases to permit fees, which could go into effect for 2024. They will also discuss recommending increases to dog license and late fees, which are regulated by the Council. The board will hear reports from the health director, inspector, and nurse, and discuss the upcoming Health Fair.

• Review proposed permit fee increases for 2024
• Discuss recommending increases to dog license and late fees
• Discuss the Health Fair
• Receive May and June 2023 reports from Animal Control Solutions
• Plan to send letters to apartment management owners about furnace readiness

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for June 6, 2023, has been cancelled. The Porto-Heli application for minor site plan and variance approval at 1318 Springfield Avenue has been withdrawn without prejudice, so no public hearing will occur.

• Meeting cancelled for June 6, 2023
• Porto-Heli application withdrawn without prejudice
• Application was for minor site plan and variance approval
• Property: 1318 Springfield Avenue, Block 171, Lot 17, CCD Zone

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to consider several variance applications, including a fence height variance, a restaurant use in a residential zone, and multiple requests carried from prior meetings. The board will also vote on a resolution for a fence variance and review minutes from the June 26 meeting.

• Resolution for Van Buskirk fence variance at 8 Salt Brook Road (6-ft fence vs. 4-ft permitted)
• Public hearing carried to Oct 2: HDR Holdings restaurant at 1682 Springfield Avenue (use variance in R-2 zone)
• Review of hearings for July 24: fence variance at 37 Verona Road, addition at 28 Colony Court, shed at 58 Oxbow Drive

The Board approved a resolution for a fence installation at 8 Salt Brook Road. A hearing for a restaurant renovation at 1682 Springfield Avenue was carried to October 2, 2023. The Board also discussed the possibility of continuing remote meetings.

• Approved fence installation at 8 Salt Brook Road (6-0)
• Carried hearing for HDR Holdings, LLC (1682 Springfield Avenue) to October 2, 2023
• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes as submitted

Borough Council

The New Providence Borough Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of 21 resolutions covering routine matters such as appointments, purchases, and grants. Notable items include a grant application for Maple Street improvements, a police officer appointment, and a resolution on antisemitism. The meeting also includes a presentation on the borough website and a discussion on the Union Avenue sidewalk.

• Resolution 2023-187: Apply for NJDOT grant for Maple Street Improvements
• Resolution 2023-195: Issue plenary retail distribution license to Wine Outlet LLC
• Resolution 2023-196: Appoint Kevin Gutierrez as Police Officer Step Seven
• Resolution 2023-201: Approve $32,164.90 for Motorola fire department radios
• Resolution 2023-205: Recognize antisemitism and call for educational tools

The Council approved several contracts for police and fire department technology, including a new records management system and digital radios. They also authorized a grant application for Maple Street improvements and approved various administrative appointments and payments.

• Approved Resolution 2023-205 recognizing the problem of antisemitism
• Approved $724,454.43 in bill payments (Resolution 2023-194)
• Approved grant application for Maple Street Improvements Project (Resolution 2023-187)
• Approved $40,403.00 for Quikteks LLC for public safety IT equipment (Resolution 2023-200)
• Approved $32,164.90 for Motorola Solutions Inc. for fire department radios (Resolution 2023-201)
• Approved $16,575.00 for Enforsys Inc. for police records management (Resolution 2023-199)
• Approved $9,815.00 for Central Square records management software for Fire Department (Resolution 2023-197)
• Approved renewal of Plenary Retail Distribution License for Wine Outlet LLC (Resolution 2023-195)

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on June 26, 2023, to hear two public hearings: a fence height variance at 8 Salt Brook Road and a variance to operate a restaurant at 1682 Springfield Avenue. The meeting is conducted remotely via Zoom due to the public health emergency.

• Application #2023-10: Variance for 6-foot fence in secondary front yard at 8 Salt Brook Road (permitted 4 feet, 50% open)
• Application #2023-09: d(1) variance and site plan waiver to renovate ground floor for restaurant at 1682 Springfield Avenue (restaurants not permitted in R-2 Zone)
• No public hearings scheduled for July 10, 2023
• Minutes from June 5, 2023 to be reviewed

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a 6-foot fence at 8 Salt Brook Road with specific landscaping conditions. A use variance application for a restaurant at 1682 Springfield Avenue was heard, but no decision was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved 6-foot fence at 8 Salt Brook Road (7-0) with conditions to install inside existing arbor vitae and maintain landscape screening along Springfield Avenue

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for June 20, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Borough Council

The New Providence Borough Council is meeting to vote on a series of resolutions, including awarding a $321,015.20 contract for sanitary sewer lining, approving a $700,000 requisition for the 2023 road overlay program, and ratifying new collective bargaining agreements with several public employee unions. The agenda also includes routine items such as budget insertions, license issuances, and appointments, which will be considered under a consent agenda.

• Resolution 2023-180: Award contract to National Water Main Cleaning for 2022 Sanitary Sewer Lining, $321,015.20
• Resolution 2023-182: Approve requisition for Schifano Construction Corp, up to $700,000 for 2023 Road Overlay Program
• Resolution 2023-163: Authorize payment of bills payable, $892,894.37
• Resolutions 2023-166 to 169: Approve MOAs with Teamsters Local 469, PBA Local 132 (Patrolmen, Sergeants), and Superior Officers Association for 2023-2026
• Resolution 2023-181: Approve partial payment to Riverview Paving, $273,716.27 for Fairmount Road, Bromley Court, Woodcrest Drive improvements

The Council approved several multi-year Memorandums of Agreement with Teamsters and police associations. They also authorized the insertion of grant funds for infrastructure and clean communities into the 2023 budget. Additionally, the board approved various liquor license renewals and a $892,894.37 bills payable list.

• Approved $892,894.37 in bills payable, including $273,716 for road improvements
• Approved MOAs with Teamsters Local 469 and PBA Local 132 (Patrolmen, Sergeants, and Superior Officers) through 2026
• Inserted $50,000 Union County Infrastructure Grant and $31,937.92 Clean Communities Grant into 2023 budget
• Approved $5,500 payment to Robert W. Wogisch Landscape Contractor, Inc. for cricket pitch turf
• Authorized tax cancellation for 26 Third Street for a 100% Disabled Veteran
• Approved liquor license renewals for Lantern Hill, Providence Bar and Grill, Murray Hill Inn/Moe’s Bistro, Prestige Diner, Harlees Tap and Grille, M&M Liquors, and Providence Liquor store
• Ratified termination of Andrew Palubniak as school crossing guard effective May 25, 2023
• Approved first amendment to easement agreement for 144 Gales Drive

Borough Council

The Borough Council is holding a conference meeting to discuss a municipal revaluation process overview presented by Tax Assessor Bryan Flynn. The meeting also includes public comments and an executive session to discuss labor contract negotiations.

• Municipal revaluation process overview by Tax Assessor Bryan Flynn
• Executive session to discuss labor contract negotiations
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Council approved a resolution to enter a special session to discuss labor contract negotiations. Tax Assessor Bryan Flynn provided an overview of the municipal revaluation process and timeline.

• Approved Resolution 2023-4a to hold a special session for labor contract negotiations (5-0)

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board is meeting on June 6, 2023. The only scheduled public hearing, for Porto-Heli, Inc.'s application to make an outdoor dining area permanent at 1318 Springfield Avenue, has been withdrawn without prejudice. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of minutes from the May 2 meeting.

• Withdrawn application: Porto-Heli, Inc., Application #2022-2023, 1318 Springfield Avenue, Block 171, Lot 17, CCD Zone, minor site plan and variance for permanent patio/outdoor dining
• Public hearing scheduled for June 6, 2023, but application withdrawn
• Minutes of May 2, 2023, to be considered

Board of Adjustment

The Board postponed two applications for fence height variances. The Board also approved the minutes from the May 15, 2023 meeting.

• Carried fence application for 8 Salt Brook Road to June 24, 2023
• Carried fence application for 37 Verona Road to July 24, 2023
• Approved May 15, 2023 minutes as submitted

Borough Council

The New Providence Borough Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes paying $5,646,506.77 in bills, approving a $400,000 road overlay contract, and appointing personnel to the Community Activities and Police departments. The council will also consider a shared service agreement for special law enforcement officers with the school board and a stormwater grant budget insertion. Two proclamations will be read, and an executive session is scheduled to discuss a lawsuit involving Joseph Diparisi.

• Resolution 2023-149: Authorizes payment of bills totaling $5,646,506.77
• Resolution 2023-155: Approves $400,000 requisition for Schifano Construction Corp for 2023 Road Overlay Program
• Resolution 2023-153: Approves shared service agreement for Special Law Enforcement Officers with the Board of Education
• Resolution 2023-152: Appoints Grace Felezzola as Administrative Assistant in the Police Department
• Resolution 2023-150: Inserts Stormwater Assistance Grant revenue into 2023 budget

The Council approved a consent agenda including over $5.6 million in bill payments and a $400,000 contract for the 2023 road overlay program. Other actions included personnel appointments and a shared service agreement with the Board of Education for law enforcement officers.

• Approved $5,646,506.77 in bill payments (Unanimous)
• Approved $400,000 contract with Schifano Construction Corp for road overlay program (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,685 requisition for Armstrong, Inc. to replace a sanitary sewer manhole (Unanimous)
• Approved shared service agreement with New Providence BOE for 3 Special Law Enforcement Officers (Unanimous)
• Appointed Karen Rooney as Part-Time Program Coordinator for Community Activities (Unanimous)
• Appointed Grace Felezzola as Administrative Assistant in the Police Department (Unanimous)
• Approved insertion of $15,000 stormwater assistance grant into 2023 budget (Unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Arthi Shri Selvaraj as Part-Time Program Coordinator (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for May 16, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Board of Adjustment

This is a procedural-only agenda for the New Providence Board of Adjustment meeting on May 15, 2023. The only listed item is a reference to meeting materials (document BD-OF-ADJ-2023-07.PDF), with no specific decisions, discussions, or public hearings identified.

• No specific agenda items listed beyond meeting materials

The Board approved two residential addition projects and granted a one-year extension for a commercial mural permit. A request for a 6-foot vinyl fence was discussed but not decided in the provided text.

• Approved addition at 32 Old Oak Drive (6-0)
• Approved addition, portico, and patio at 31 Overhill Road (6-0)
• Approved one-year extension to January 10, 2024, for mural permit at 1283 Springfield Avenue (7-0)

Borough Council

The New Providence Borough Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes paying $7,186,266.04 in bills, inserting several grants into the 2023 budget, and approving contracts for fire hoses, a police vehicle, an emergency generator, and gazebo repairs. They will also discuss a downtown ordinance and receive a presentation on police accreditation.

• Resolution 2023-139: Payment of bills totaling $7,186,266.04
• Resolution 2023-140: Agreement with Vivien Collens for public art sculpture (Squirt Series)
• Resolution 2023-141: Fire department hoses, not to exceed $18,820.44
• Resolution 2023-143: Police vehicle purchase, not to exceed $38,230.00
• Resolution 2023-145: Emergency generator, not to exceed $99,785.00

The Council approved several grant insertions into the 2023 budget for fire equipment, mental health advocacy, and police gear. They also authorized a $99,785 emergency generator for the DeCorso Center and $36,697 for gazebo repairs in Centennial Park. Council members reached a consensus to send downtown building height limits back to the Planning Board for review.

• Approved appointments to the Cable TV Franchise Renewal Committee (unanimous)
• Authorized return of $7,072.83 in escrow funds to Redwood-ERC New Providence LLC
• Approved $29,000 American Rescue Plan Firefighter Grant for PPE
• Approved $7,000 Distracted Driving Crackdown Grant
• Authorized payment of bills payable list totaling $7,186,266.04
• Approved agreement with Vivien Collens for a new sculpture in Harmony Park
• Approved $18,820.44 for Fire Department hoses and $38,230.00 for a police vehicle
• Approved $99,785.00 for DeCorso Center emergency generator and $36,697.00 for Centennial Park gazebo repairs

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board is meeting to consider a site plan and variance application for a three-story mixed-use building at 44 South Street, with commercial space on the first floor and residences above. The application, carried from previous meetings, is scheduled for a public hearing and will be continued to June 6, 2023. The board will also review a minor site plan to make an outdoor dining area permanent at 1318 Springfield Avenue, and discuss the 2022 year in review.

• Public hearing for Application #2022-08: three-story mixed-use building at 44 South Street, seeking variances for illumination and off-street parking
• Application #2022-06: minor site plan to make accessory patio and outdoor dining area permanent at 1318 Springfield Avenue
• Review of 2022 Year in Review
• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2023

The Board approved a resolution for PBK 44 NP LLC's application to build a three-story mixed-use building at 44 South Street, with commercial space on the first floor and residences above. The Board also discussed revisiting the maximum building height in the Central Commercial District, which was recently reduced from 45 to 38 feet, with some members suggesting a further reduction to 32 or 34 feet and a setback for the third floor.

• Approved resolution for PBK 44 NP LLC's site plan and variance application for a three-story mixed-use building at 44 South Street (6-0 vote)
• Discussed potential amendment to reduce maximum building height in Central Commercial District from 38 feet to 32 or 34 feet

Board of Adjustment

The Board approved two residential construction applications and granted a 12-month time extension for a previously approved addition. One application for a rear-yard setback variance was approved with conditions for revised plans.

• Approved second-floor addition at 197 Runnymede Parkway (6-0)
• Approved new home construction at 25 Birch Place (5-0)
• Approved 12-month time extension to July 11, 2024, for addition at 64 Clinton Avenue (7-0)
• Approved addition at 32 Old Oak Drive with conditions for revised plans (7-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances: one amending the fees and licenses chapter, one replacing the flood damage prevention chapter with a new floodplain management chapter, and one to exceed the 2023 municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank. The council will also hold a hearing on the 2023 municipal budget and the Special Improvement District budget, and vote on a consent agenda of routine resolutions including contracts, payments, and grant applications.

• Ordinance 2023-02 amending Chapter 147 (Fees and Licenses)
• Ordinance 2023-03 adopting new floodplain management chapter and designating a floodplain administrator
• Ordinance 2023-04 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Resolution 2023-115: fireworks contract with Garden State Fireworks, Inc., not to exceed $13,200
• Resolution 2023-123: payment of bills payable lists totaling $3,482,521.60

The Borough Council approved the 2023 municipal budget and the Special Improvement District budget. The council also adopted ordinances regarding fees, floodplain management, and budget appropriation limits.

• Adopted 2023 Municipal Budget totaling $25,992,635.34 (6-0)
• Adopted 2023 Special Improvement District Authority Budget (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-02 amending 'Fees and Licenses' (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-03 updating Flood Plain Management and hazard maps (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-04 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-115 for Independence Day fireworks not to exceed $13,200.00
• Approved Resolution 2023-116 for County road closures for community events
• Approved Resolution 2023-117 for Mental Health Advocacy and Education Advisory Committee events

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider an extension of time for a project at 74 The Fells Way and to review revised plans for 25 Birch. The agenda includes these two items for discussion or decision. No other substantive matters are listed.

• 74 The Fells Way — extension of time request
• 25 Birch — revised plans

The Board approved a 12-month extension for a home addition project and granted approval for a second-floor addition at 197 Runnymede Parkway. A hearing for a new house construction at 25 Birch Place was held, but the provided record ends before a decision was reached.

• Approved 12-month extension of time for addition at 74 The Fellsway (7-0)
• Approved second-floor addition at 197 Runnymede Parkway (7-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to discuss and potentially introduce the 2023 municipal budget, along with several other administrative items. The agenda includes a budget presentation, introduction of the municipal budget, and a temporary emergency appropriation. Other items include various applications, agreements, and reports, but the primary focus is the budget.

• 2023 municipal budget introduction and presentation
• Temporary emergency appropriation for 2023
• 705 Central Ave condo application (23-00597)
• Khaled Ibrahim, Petrou Taxi, and Shahid Akram applications (redacted)
• Opioid settlement and CASA Union County agreements

The Council introduced the 2023 municipal and Downtown Improvement District budgets, scheduling a public hearing for April 25, 2023. A consent agenda was unanimously approved covering various contracts, payments, and administrative appointments. The Council also introduced ordinances regarding fee changes and floodplain management.

• Approved 2023 municipal budget introduction and April 25 hearing date
• Approved $903,927.58 in bills payable
• Approved contract for Property Pilot LLC municipal management software (max $36,364)
• Approved $21,450 for repaving at 705 Central Avenue Condominium
• Approved $16,000 for 5-ton vehicle modification via Eastern Surplus & Equipment
• Approved participation in nationwide opioid crisis settlement agreements
• Appointed Kathleen Dolan to the Municipal Alliance
• Approved Unity Fair on June 3, 2023, and Mini Freecycle event on April 15, 2023

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board will consider carrying over a minor site plan application from Porto-Heli, Inc. for a permanent outdoor dining area at 1318 Springfield Avenue. The board will also review a site plan application for a three-story mixed-use building at 44 South Street. The meeting includes routine items such as minutes approval and public comment.

• Carry request for Porto-Heli, Inc. application #2022-06 for 1318 Springfield Avenue (Block 171, Lot 17) to make accessory patio and outdoor dining permanent
• Site plan and variance application #2022-08 for 44 South Street for a three-story mixed-use building with commercial and residential space
• Public hearing scheduled for March 7, 2023, carried from previous dates
• Planning, engineering, and police reviews for Porto-Heli application
• Minutes of February 21, 2023 to be approved

The Board approved a site plan for a three-story building featuring four residential units and 1,975 square feet of commercial space. The approval includes one variance for sidewalk width and four design waivers. A separate hearing for Porto-Heli, Inc. was carried to May 2, 2023.

• Approved mixed-use building at 44 South Street (7-0)
• Approved variance for minimum sidewalk width along south elevation at 44 South Street (7-0)
• Approved four Design Waivers for 44 South Street regarding shade trees, illumination, parapet wall, and north façade transparency (7-0)
• Carried Porto-Heli, Inc. application #2022-06 to May 2, 2023
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider an application for 25 Birch Place, with planner and engineer reviews included in the meeting materials. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, along with standard agenda and materials documents.

• Application for 25 Birch Place
• Planner's review dated 2/14/23
• Engineer's review dated 3/9/23

The Board heard an application to construct a new home at 25 Birch Place but did not reach a decision. The hearing was carried to April 17, 2023, to allow the applicant to consider design changes and correct architectural renderings. The Board also cancelled its scheduled April 3, 2023, meeting.

• Carried Hyvest Inc. application #2023-01 (25 Birch Place) to April 17, 2023
• Cancelled April 3, 2023, meeting
• Approved March 6, 2023, minutes as submitted

Borough Council

The New Providence Borough Council is holding a conference meeting to discuss pedestrian traffic safety, with participation from Police Chief Daniel Henn and Borough Engineers Andrew Hipolit and Marie Raffay. The agenda includes public comments and a resolution to enter executive session for labor contract negotiations. No formal votes or ordinances are scheduled.

• Discussion of pedestrian traffic safety with Police Chief Daniel Henn
• Discussion with Borough Engineers Andrew Hipolit and Marie Raffay
• Resolution 2023-2a to hold a special session for labor contract negotiations
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Council approved a resolution to enter a special session to discuss labor contract negotiations. The meeting also included discussions on pedestrian traffic safety and public comments regarding bicycle safety.

• Approved Resolution 2023-2a to hold a special session for labor contract negotiations (6-0)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to consider routine financial matters, including paying bills, approving a grant award, and making temporary emergency appropriations. The agenda also includes several land use applications and other administrative items.

• Bills payable list for 03/14/2023
• COF 2023 grant award letter
• Field turf invoice R2300595
• Franklin Floors partial payment #4
• Temporary emergency appropriation for 03/14/2023

The Borough Council approved a consent agenda including over $2.6 million in bill payments and an emergency temporary appropriation. The council also authorized funding for field turf at Warner Field and amended an engineering agreement for the Safe Routes To School project.

• Approved payment of bills payable lists totaling $2,698,827.73
• Approved $19,494.00 purchase order for Warner Field turf
• Approved $23,449.50 partial payment to Franklin Floors, Inc. for bathroom renovation
• Approved emergency temporary appropriation (Resolution 2023-092)
• Approved professional legal services for Verita, LLC
• Amended engineering services agreement with NV5 for Safe Routes To School design
• Approved raffle requests for Robbie’s World Foundation and OLP Church
• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a site plan and variance application for a three-story mixed-use building at 44 South Street, with commercial space on the first floor and residences above. The hearing was carried from February 7 and 21, 2023, with no testimony given at the February 7 hearing. The board will also review an upcoming application for a permanent outdoor dining area at 1318 Springfield Avenue, and consider minutes from the February 21 meeting.

• Public hearing for Application #2022-08: site plan and variances for a three-story mixed-use building at 44 South Street (Central Commercial District)
• Application #2022-06 (Porto-Heli, Inc.): minor site plan and variance to make accessory patio and outdoor dining area permanent at 1318 Springfield Avenue
• Upcoming hearing scheduled for March 21, 2023 for the Springfield Avenue application
• Meeting will adjourn at 11:00 PM; no new witnesses after 10:30 PM

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to consider two applications for zoning variances: one for a generator at 8 Hansell Road and one for a front addition at 49 Hickson Drive. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting, but the board will review a future application for a new home at 25 Birch Place. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom due to the ongoing public health emergency.

• Application #2023-02: variance for generator in front yard at 8 Hansell Road
• Application #2023-03: variance for front addition with 35-foot setback (40 required) at 49 Hickson Drive
• Review of Application #2023-01: new home at 25 Birch Place with multiple setback and coverage variances
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom; public can join online or by phone

The Board approved two applications for residential variances regarding a generator installation and a front addition. No public hearings were held during the meeting.

• Approved generator installation at 8 Hansell Road (5-0)
• Approved front addition at 49 Hickson Drive (4-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to consider a range of routine and specific items, including a pedestrian crossing improvement, an HVAC project, and several financial appropriations and transfers. The agenda includes multiple resolutions and contracts, but no major policy changes are listed.

• Collier Valentine pedestrian crossing project
• Airpro Library HVAC project
• Appropriation reserve transfer
• Temporary emergency appropriation
• Surplus property: police bicycles

The Borough Council approved a transition to Union County for 9-1-1 emergency dispatch services to reduce costs. Council also adopted an ordinance revising lead paint testing and approved several infrastructure contracts. Various appointments to advisory committees were confirmed.

• Approved withdrawal from New Providence, Summit and Millburn Emergency Services Dispatch Center
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-01 to revise lead paint testing rules
• Approved $3,872,041.09 in bill payments
• Approved $23,800 contract to AirPro Systems Corp for library HVAC
• Approved $29,969.15 payment to Franklin Floors, Inc. for bathroom renovation
• Approved wastewater treatment pump installations from Rapid Pump & Meter (up to $69,587) and GP Jager Inc. (up to $28,916.6)
• Authorized public sale of 32 surplus bicycles held by police
• Approved appointments to Beautification, Diversity, Mental Health, and Sustainability committees

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment is meeting on February 27, 2023. The agenda includes a request for an extension of time related to 29 Midvale, along with attached meeting materials and exhibits. The agenda itself is minimal and mostly procedural, with the substantive item being the extension request.

• Extension of time request for 29 Midvale
• Exhibit A-1: photo of secondary front yard

The Board approved a nursing home addition at 144 Gales Drive and residential construction projects at 131 Evergreen Avenue, 8 Hansell Road, and 49 Hickson Drive. A one-year permit extension was granted for 29 Midvale Drive.

• Approved nursing home addition at 144 Gales Drive (4-0)
• Approved addition at 131 Evergreen Avenue (6-0)
• Granted permit extension to March 7, 2024, for 29 Midvale Drive (6-0)
• Approved generator installation at 8 Hansell Road with Saturday noon testing condition (6-0)
• Approved enclosed front porch at 49 Hickson Drive with landing and material conditions (5-0)
• Approved February 6, 2023 minutes

Planning Board

The Board approved the minutes from the February 7, 2023 meeting. Two public hearings regarding site plans and variances were carried to future dates. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of February 7, 2023
• Carried Porto-Heli, Inc. hearing (1318 Springfield Avenue) to March 21, 2023
• Carried PBK 44 NP LLC hearing (44 South Street) to March 7, 2023

Borough Council

The Council approved a consent agenda containing 12 resolutions and one limousine license. Key actions included funding for a new inspection vehicle, sewer repairs, and waste disposal. The Council also appointed a new Special Law Enforcement Officer.

• Appointed Janos Bojtos as Class III Special Law Enforcement Officer
• Approved $9,423,720.55 in bills payable (including $8.4M to Board of Education)
• Approved $38,735.00 purchase order for Koch Holding Inc. for an inspection vehicle
• Approved $99,000 contract with S. Rotundi And Sons, Inc. for 2023 waste disposal
• Approved $46,512.85 partial payment to Franklin Floors, Inc. for bathroom renovations
• Authorized agreement with Jobs4blue for extra duty administrative services
• Approved limousine license for Rocky’s Limo LLC
• Authorized participation in the Defense Logistics Agency 1033 Program for police equipment

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board is holding a public hearing on a site plan and variance application for a three-story mixed-use building at 44 South Street, with commercial space on the first floor and residences above. The board will also carry this application to its February 21 meeting. Additionally, the board will discuss a carried application for a permanent outdoor dining area at 1318 Springfield Avenue.

• Application #2022-08: site plan and variance for three-story mixed-use building at 44 South Street, Central Commercial District
• Application #2022-06: minor site plan and variance to make accessory patio and outdoor dining area permanent at 1318 Springfield Avenue
• Public hearing scheduled for February 7, 2023
• Meeting adjourns at 11:00 p.m.; no new witnesses after 10:30 p.m.

The Board carried the hearing for a proposed three-story mixed-use building at 44 South Street to February 21, 2023. No other substantive applications were decided during the meeting.

• Carried hearing for 44 South Street mixed-use building to February 21, 2023
• Approved minutes of January 10, 2023

Board of Adjustment

This is a procedural agenda for the New Providence Board of Adjustment meeting on February 6, 2023. The agenda lists only the agenda itself and meeting materials, with a single exhibit showing a photo of a house and neighboring property. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are detailed in the provided text.

• Agenda document (BD-OF-ADJ-AGENDA-2-6-23.PDF)
• Exhibit A-1: photo of house and neighboring property

The Board approved variance requests for a new two-family home, a home addition, and a second-floor master suite addition. One resolution regarding a nursing home addition remains under attorney review.

• Approved construction of a new two-family home at 11 Westview Avenue (6-0)
• Approved addition at 15 Sixth Street (6-0)
• Approved second-floor addition at 131 Evergreen Avenue (7-0)
• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled resolution for nursing home addition at 144 Gales Drive pending attorney review

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to consider routine financial matters, including an appropriation reserve transfer, the bills payable list, and several contracts and agreements. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Appropriation reserve transfer
• Bills payable list
• Evoqua odor control extension
• Lead paint testing amendment
• Rapid pump for Ashwood lift station

The Borough Council approved a consent agenda including over $3 million in bill payments and multiple wastewater treatment and renovation contracts. The council also confirmed three municipal appointments and introduced an ordinance to revise lead paint testing.

• Approved $3,040,169.30 in bill payments (Resolution 2023-055)
• Increased bid threshold to $44,000 (Resolution 2023-056)
• Approved $4,200 change order and $38,164.50 partial payment for second floor bathroom renovation
• Appointed The Musial Group as Borough Architects for 2023
• Approved up to $19,240 for Ashwood Road Lift Station pumps and up to $26,060 for a primary tank grease box
• Approved contract extension to Evoqua Water Technologies, LLC up to $107,920 for odor control chemicals
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-01 to revise lead paint testing
• Appointed Lauren Zirpoli (Emergency Management Board), Lisa Barfield (Library Board), and Steven Rossi (Board of Adjustment)

Board of Adjustment

The Board approved a variance for a sunroom addition at 15 Sixth Street with a condition that the patio will not have spotlights. Other applications were either denied, approved, or deferred to future meetings.

• Approved sunroom addition at 15 Sixth Street (7-0)
• Approved front-porch addition at 50 Newcomb Drive (7-0)
• Denied addition at 35 Grant Avenue (6-0)
• Approved January 9, 2023 minutes
• Carried hearing for 131 Evergreen Avenue to February 6, 2023
• Tabled resolutions for 144 Gales Drive and 11 Westview Avenue for future memorialization

Board of Health

The New Providence Board of Health is holding its annual reorganization meeting, including mayoral appointments, nominations for president and vice president, and resolutions appointing a secretary and registrar. The board will also review reports from the health director, inspector, nurse, and secretary, and discuss an upcoming rabies clinic.

• Mayoral appointments: Nadine Geoffroy and Diane Bilicska (2-year terms)
• Resolution 2023-01: Appointing Diane Wolfe as Board of Health Secretary
• Resolution 2023-02: Fixing 2023 meeting times, dates, and place
• Resolution 2023-03: Appointing Wendi Barry as Registrar
• Rabies Clinic: January 14th, 9:00-10:00 am at Decorso Center, shots by Dr. Darby from Murray Hill Vets

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board is meeting to organize for 2023, including appointments and nominations for officers, and to consider a minor site plan and variance application from Porto-Heli, Inc. to make an accessory patio and outdoor dining area permanent at 1318 Springfield Avenue. The application was carried from December 13, 2022, and will be carried to February 21, 2023, if not decided.

• Public hearing on Porto-Heli, Inc. application #2022-06 for 1318 Springfield Avenue (Block 171, Lot 17, CCD Zone) to make patio and outdoor dining permanent
• Resolutions to fix 2023 meeting schedule, approve board attorney appointment, and approve by-laws
• Nominations for chairperson, vice-chairperson, attorney, and secretary
• Appointments to the Planning Board for 2023

The Planning Board held its reorganization meeting to elect officers and appoint an attorney. The board approved its 2023 calendar and amended its bylaws to set meeting times to 8:00 p.m. A public hearing for Porto-Heli, Inc. was postponed to February 21, 2023.

• Elected Robert Lesnewich as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected John Keane as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed Amanda Wolfe as Board Attorney (unanimous)
• Appointed Margaret Koontz as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar (6-0)
• Approved resolution for attorney services for Amanda Wolfe (6-0)
• Approved bylaws changing meeting time to 8:00 p.m. (6-0)
• Carried Porto-Heli, Inc. Application #2022-06 hearing to February 21, 2023

Planning Board

This is the agenda for the New Providence Planning Board's regular meeting on January 10, 2023. The agenda includes only the agenda itself and meeting materials, with a separate document for a reorganization meeting scheduled for January 20, 2023. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

• Regular meeting agenda
• Reorganization meeting scheduled for January 20, 2023

The Planning Board held its reorganization meeting to elect officers and appoint a board attorney. The board approved its 2023 calendar and amended bylaws to change meeting start times. One public hearing was postponed to February.

• Elected Robert Lesnewich as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected John Keane as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed Amanda Wolfe, Esq. as Attorney to the Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Margaret Koontz as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar (6-0)
• Approved resolution for attorney services for Ms. Wolfe (6-0)
• Approved amended bylaws changing meeting time to 8:00 p.m. (6-0)
• Carried Porto-Heli, Inc. Application #2022-06 hearing to February 21, 2023

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment is meeting to reorganize for 2023 and to review planning and engineering documents related to an application at 11 Westview. The agenda lists two agenda items with attached documents, including a planning review and a corrected engineering second review. The meeting appears to be a regular session with procedural and application review items.

• Reorganization meeting for 2023
• Application BD-OF-ADJ-2022-30
• Application BD-OF-ADJ-2022-32
• 11 Westview planning review
• 11 Westview engineering second review (corrected)

The Board approved a variance for a new two-family home at 11 Westview Avenue and a front-porch extension at 50 Newcomb Drive. The Board also elected its leadership and approved the 2023 meeting calendar, by-laws, and attorney services resolution.

• Elected William Nadelberg as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Jeff Grob as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed Amanda Wolfe as Board Attorney (unanimous)
• Appointed Margaret Koontz as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 calendar of meetings (all in favor)
• Approved adoption of By-Laws (all in favor)
• Approved resolution for attorney services (all in favor)
• Approved front-porch addition at 50 Newcomb Drive (7-0)

Borough Council

This Borough Council meeting was adjourned. The agenda lists routine documents including a bills payable list, a local recreation improvement grant, a cultural and heritage grant, and a resignation notice.

• Bills payable list for 01/04/2023
• Local recreation improvement grant 2023
• Union County cultural and heritage grant
• Fitzgerald resignation as program coordinator
• Diversity committee event on 01/16/2023

The Borough Council passed a consent agenda approving several administrative actions, including the payment of bills and a grant application for park improvements. The council also accepted a staff resignation and authorized the hiring of a replacement.

• Approved $208,871.61 in bill payments (Resolution 2022-316)
• Approved application for Local Recreation Improvement Grant 2023 for Warner Field playground and walking path (Resolution 2022-313)
• Approved salaries for an additional basketball instructor (Resolution 2022-312)
• Approved request for Diversity Committee to sponsor Martin Luther King Day of Service Event (Resolution 2022-315)
• Accepted resignation of Julie Fitzgerald, Part-Time Program Coordinator (Resolution 2022-314)
• Approved request to advertise Youth Program Coordinator position

Borough Council

This is the Borough Council's annual organization meeting for 2023. The council will administer oaths, hear the mayor's annual message, and make numerous administrative appointments, including professionals like the borough attorney, engineer, and auditor. It will also vote on a series of routine resolutions covering financial matters, tax procedures, and the appointment of special law enforcement officers and crossing guards. The agenda is largely procedural, focused on setting up the borough's operations for the year.

• Resolution 2023-035 sets delinquent tax interest at 8% on first $1,500 and 18% over $1,500, with a 10-day grace period
• Resolution 2023-044 is a temporary budget resolution
• Resolution 2023-032/033 appoint Class II and Class III Special Law Enforcement Officers
• Resolution 2023-034 appoints school crossing guards
• Appointments include Paul Rizzo as Borough Attorney, Marie Raffay as Borough Engineer, and Michael J. Mitzner as Municipal Prosecutor

The Borough Council held its re-organization meeting to swear in elected officials and appoint municipal officers. The council approved a 71-item consent agenda covering administrative appointments, financial resolutions, and board memberships for 2023.

• Appointed Councilman Cumiskey as Council President (unanimous)
• Approved 71 consent agenda items including municipal appointments and financial plans (6-0)
• Approved temporary budget via Resolution 2023-044 (6-0)
• Set delinquent tax interest rates at 8% for first $1,500 and 18% over $1,500 (6-0)
• Appointed Matthew Cumiskey as Class III member to the Planning Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Mayor Morgan to the Shared Dispatch Management Board (unanimous)
• Authorized annual tax sale for 2023 via Resolution 2023-038 (6-0)
• Appointed 31 administrative positions including Borough Attorney and Borough Engineer (6-0)