New Providence public meetings in 2024

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for December 17, 2024, has been canceled. No business will be conducted.

Borough Council

The Borough Council will vote on a consent agenda containing ten resolutions covering payments for infrastructure projects, professional services, municipal insurance membership, and a salary resolution. A public comment period and committee reports are also scheduled. Notable items include a $261,668.98 progress payment for the Maple Street Improvements project and a $892,459.42 bills payable list.

• Resolution 2024-336: Progress payment of $261,668.98 to Portofino Builders for NJDOT FY2023 Maple Street Improvements
• Resolution 2024-339: Authorizing payment of $892,459.42 in bills payable
• Resolution 2024-337: Final payment of $7,352.62 for 2022 Sanitary Sewer Lining Project
• Resolution 2024-343: Requisition up to $27,461.53 for pump repairs at wastewater treatment plant
• Resolution 2024-341: Approving membership in Garden State Municipal Joint Insurance Fund

The Borough Council approved a consent agenda containing 10 items, including a $892,459.42 bills payable list, a handbook for board commissions and committees, and several engineering and personnel resolutions. All items were passed unanimously by roll call vote. No substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda.

• Approved $892,459.42 bills payable list (unanimous)
• Adopted SOP handbook for boards and committees (unanimous)
• Approved $261,668.98 progress payment to Portofino Builders (unanimous)
• Approved $7,352.62 final payment to National Water Main Cleaning (unanimous)
• Accepted Colliers Engineering proposal for storm sewer inspections (unanimous)
• Approved transfer resolution (unanimous)
• Approved membership in Garden State Municipal JIF (unanimous)
• Approved salary resolution for non-union employees (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing for a setback variance at 16 Second Street, and discuss a request to rehear the rehearing for Club Pilates fitness center at 1682 Springfield Avenue. The Club Pilates application was previously approved with a 20-minute class interval condition, then a rehearing to remove that condition was denied. The applicant now seeks another rehearing. A resolution for the Club Pilates variance will not be memorialized pending this discussion. No new witnesses will be heard after 10 p.m.

• Public hearing: Santiago application for side-yard (6.9 ft vs 8 ft required) and front-yard (29.7 ft vs 40 ft required) setback variances at 16 Second Street, R-3 zone
• Discussion of request to rehear the rehearing for Club Pilates (ASW IV Company LLC) D-variance to operate fitness center at 1682 Springfield Avenue, R-2 zone
• Resolution for Club Pilates variance not to be memorialized pending rehearing discussion
• Second planning review for Club Pilates application
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2024

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance application by Ammy Marie Santiago and Alexis Santiago to construct a second-floor addition at 16 Second Street, granting relief from side-yard and front-yard setback requirements. The Club Pilates application was not memorialized because the applicant withdrew its request for additional relief. The meeting also approved the November 18, 2024 minutes.

• Approved variance for second-floor addition at 16 Second Street (6-0)
• Granted side-yard setback variance of 6.9 feet (required 8 feet)
• Granted front-yard setback variance of 29.7 feet (required 40 feet)
• Club Pilates application not memorialized; applicant withdrew request for additional relief
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for December 10, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider a consent agenda of resolutions to appoint five police officers, accept a retirement, award a snow removal contract to Woodland Builders for 2025-2028, pay bills totaling $635,772.44, and authorize an agreement with Sage Eldercare for 2025. The council will also discuss a resolution for professional engineering services for the Southgate Road improvements project. Public comments will be heard before formal action on the consent agenda.

• Payment of bills payable list for $635,772.44
• Appointments of five police officers and acceptance of retirement resignation
• Award of snow removal equipment and labor contract to Woodland Builders for 2025-2028 seasons
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Sage Eldercare for 2025
• Proposal from Colliers Engineering & Design for professional engineering services on Southgate Road improvements

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for December 2, 2024, has been canceled.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review a request to operate a Club Pilates fitness center at 1682 Springfield Avenue. The board will also consider a resolution for a home addition at 19 Forest Road.

• Application #2024-14: D-Variance request for Club Pilates fitness center at 1682 Springfield Avenue
• Application #2024-17: Request for addition at 19 Forest Road involving side-yard setback and building coverage variances

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-18, fixing compensation rates for borough positions. The council will also consider resolutions awarding a $400,500 contract for partial re-roofing of the Municipal Center and Memorial Library, and approving a $258,731.91 progress payment for the new Pickle Ball Courts project. Other actions include an emergency contract for Southgate Road stormwater culvert repair and a $61,475.53 repair for Fire Engine 4.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-18, fixing minimum and maximum compensation rates for borough offices and positions.
• Resolution 2024-306: Award contract to Northeast Roof Maintenance Inc. for partial re-roofing of Municipal Center and Memorial Library, $400,500.00.
• Resolution 2024-307: Approve progress payment #2 of $258,731.91 to Dakota Excavating Contractors Inc. for Pickle Ball Courts project.
• Resolution 2024-308: Authorize emergency contract for repair of Southgate Road stormwater culvert.
• Resolution 2024-315: Authorize payment of bills payable list totaling $11,537,610.62.

Planning Board

The scheduled November 6, 2024 Planning Board meeting has been canceled. No decisions or discussions will occur.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing for Brian and Nicole Turner's application to construct an addition at 19 Forest Road, seeking variances for side-yard setback (12 ft vs. 12.3 ft required) and building coverage (1,912 sq ft vs. 1,687 sq ft max). The board will also consider a request to rehear the Club Pilates fitness center variance application at 1682 Springfield Avenue, which seeks a use variance because fitness centers are not permitted by right in the R-2 zone. A resolution on the Club Pilates application will not be adopted at this meeting.

• Brian and Nicole Turner hearing for addition variances at 19 Forest Road (side-yard setback and building coverage)
• Request to rehear ASW IV Company LLC dba Club Pilates variance application (#2024-14) at 1682 Springfield Avenue
• Club Pilates seeking D-Variance relief from §310-Schedule 1 for fitness center use in R-2 zone
• No new witnesses will be heard after 10:00 p.m.

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings on seven ordinances (2024-11 through 2024-17) addressing stormwater management, illicit connections, yard waste, wildlife feeding, pet waste, littering, and a general stormwater ordinance. The council will also vote on numerous resolutions, including the purchase of two police vehicles totaling $86,818.60 from Nielsen of Morristown, payments totaling $97,009.73 for the 2022 sanitary sewer lining project, hiring a tax assessor, and appointing a special law enforcement officer. Additionally, a salary ordinance (2024-18) will be introduced.

• Public hearings on Ordinances 2024-11 through 2024-17 (stormwater, illicit connections, yard waste, wildlife feeding, pet waste, littering, and general stormwater)
• Resolutions 2024-299 and 2024-300: purchase of police patrol and admin vehicles for $42,143.45 and $44,675.15 from Nielsen of Morristown
• Resolutions 2024-293 and 2024-294: change order ($25,790.63) and progress payment ($71,219.10) for National Water Main Cleaning on the 2022 sanitary sewer lining project
• Resolution 2024-298: hiring Bryan Flynn as Tax Assessor effective November 1, 2024
• Resolution 2024-291: authorizing a 5-year animal control services agreement with Animal Control Solutions (2025-2029)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a use variance for Club Pilates to operate a fitness center at 1682 Springfield Avenue. They will also vote on resolutions for a fence height variance at 143 Southgate Road and a building addition variance at 139 Madison Avenue. A future hearing for an addition at 19 Forest Road is reviewed.

• Club Pilates (ASW IV Company LLC) seeks D-variance to operate fitness center at 1682 Springfield Avenue, not permitted by right in R-2 zone
• Anne Kelly requests variance for 6-foot fence at 143 Southgate Road; max allowed 4 feet in secondary front yard
• Laura Ann Castellano seeks variances for rear-yard depth (19.7 ft vs 40 ft min) and building coverage (2,326 sq ft vs 2,211 sq ft max) at 139 Madison Avenue
• Brian and Nicole Turner application for addition at 19 Forest Road with side-yard setback and building coverage variances scheduled for November 4

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for October 15, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. has been canceled. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice with no other business items discussed.

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider awarding a $285,461 contract for the Community Pool Bridge Replacement and introduce six ordinances to manage stormwater, yard waste, pet waste, littering, illicit connections, and wildlife feeding. They will also act on bills totaling over $2 million, approve payments for pickleball court construction, and authorize bids for snow removal. A presentation on affordable housing and a police safety update are scheduled.

• Resolution 2024-280: Award $285,461.51 to Diaco Contracting Inc. for Community Pool Bridge Replacement
• Introduction of Ordinances 2024-11 through 2024-17 addressing stormwater, illicit connections, yard waste, wildlife feeding, pet waste, littering, and stormwater management
• Resolution 2024-284: Authorize payment of bills totaling $2,006,706.56
• Resolution 2024-287: Approve up to $2,576 for bulletproof vests from Atlantic Tactical
• Resolution 2024-288: Approve $18,500 for Murray Hill Square sewer main repair and manhole replacement

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance applications: a fence height variance, a rear-yard setback and building coverage variance for a house addition, and a continued application for a use variance to operate a Club Pilates fitness center in a zone where it is not permitted by right. No new witnesses will be heard after 10:00 p.m.

• Anne Kelly seeks a variance to erect a 6-foot fence where 4 feet is the maximum on Knollwood Drive at 143 Southgate Road.
• Laura Ann Castellano requests variances for a rear-yard setback of 19.7 feet (40 required) and building coverage of 2,326 sq ft (2,211 max) at 139 Madison Avenue.
• ASW IV Company LLC (Club Pilates) continues its application for a D-variance to operate a fitness center at 1682 Springfield Avenue, a use not permitted by right in the R-2 zone.
• Meeting includes review of planning reports for the Club Pilates application and approval of minutes from September 23, 2024.

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for October 1, 2024, has been canceled. No items were considered.

Borough Council

The New Providence Borough Council will consider and likely adopt a consent agenda of 12 resolutions. These include a resolution regarding the Murray Hill Hospitality LLC tax appeal case (multiple dockets), a progress payment of $104,116.67 for Maple Street improvements, and authorization of $622,232.94 in bills payable. The meeting also features a proclamation for Food Insecurity Awareness Month and correspondence items.

• Resolution 2024-274: Murray Hill Hospitality LLC tax appeal (multiple dockets) concerning 535 Central Avenue
• Resolution 2024-269: Progress payment #2 of $104,116.67 to Portofino Builders for Maple Street improvements
• Resolution 2024-271: Authorization of bills payable list totaling $622,232.94
• Resolution 2024-276: Purchase of bulletproof vests from Atlantic Tactical up to $10,752.00
• Resolution 2024-272 & 273: Insertion of special revenue for Community Energy Plan Grant and National Opioid Settlement 2024

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hear a presentation from Police Chief Henn on renovations to the police department. Public comments will be taken, and no formal action is scheduled beyond adjournment.

• Presentation on Police Department renovations by Chief Henn

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is reviewing an amended site plan for Lantern Hill to reduce the number of independent living units and change the unit mix. The board is also reviewing requests for lighting and building length variances. One scheduled public hearing for a fitness center has been carried to October 21.

• Lantern Hill (535 and 603 Mountain Avenue): Proposal to reduce independent living units from 554 to 444 and convert 45 units to 85 health care units
• Lantern Hill: Request for lighting variance to permit 1.8 footcandles at the property line (0.5 permitted)
• Lantern Hill: Request for variance to permit a 311-foot building length for Building 2.2 (200 feet permitted)
• Club Pilates (1682 Springfield Avenue): D-Variance request to operate a fitness center (hearing carried to Oct 21)
• Review of upcoming hearings for a fence at 143 Southgate Road and an addition at 139 Madison Avenue

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider a consent agenda of 12 resolutions, including approval of a $3,809,794.16 bills payable list, a $147,137.20 progress payment for the NJDOT FY2023 Maple Street Improvements Project, and the insertion of National Opioid Settlement revenue into the 2024 budget. Other items include a new OPRA request form, a fence installation at 41 Commonwealth Avenue, and various equipment purchases for wastewater treatment and municipal buildings. The meeting also includes correspondence from PSE&G, JCP&L, and a resident regarding a NJ Transit crossing.

• Resolution 2024-257 authorizing payment of bills payable list in the amount of $3,809,794.16
• Resolution 2024-255 approving progress payment #1 of $147,137.20 to Portofino Builders for Maple Street Improvements Project
• Resolution 2024-256 providing for insertion of National Opioid Settlement revenue into the 2024 budget
• Resolution 2024-254 adopting a new OPRA request form pursuant to P.L. 2024, c. 16
• Resolution 2024-253 approving fence installation within a right-of-way at 41 Commonwealth Avenue

The Borough Council approved a consent agenda of 12 resolutions, including a $3.8 million bills payable list, a $147,137.20 progress payment for the Maple Street project, and a new OPRA request form. All items passed unanimously on a single roll call vote. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $3,809,794.16 bills payable list (unanimous)
• Approved $147,137.20 progress payment #1 for Maple Street project (unanimous)
• Approved new OPRA request form per P.L. 2024, c. 16 (unanimous)
• Approved fence installation at 41 Commonwealth Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved $1,878.38 opioid settlement revenue insertion (unanimous)
• Approved PBA Trunk or Treat and Pumpkin Carving on Oct. 19 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,204.03 for High Street parking signs (unanimous)
• Approved $14,949.00 for Summit Pump #2 motor (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will vote on resolutions regarding two property applications. One involves a major site plan amendment for a senior living development, and the other concerns a residential deck variance.

• Lantern Hill New Providence, LLC (#2023-08): Proposed reduction of independent living units from 554 to 444 and conversion of 45 units to 85 health care units at 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue
• Lantern Hill New Providence, LLC (#2023-08): Request for illumination waiver (1.8 footcandles vs 0.5 permitted) and building length variance (311 feet vs 200 permitted)
• Onur Bagaoglu and Era Izano (#2024-13): Request for a rear-yard setback variance of 18 feet (40 feet required) to construct a deck at 99 Gallinson Drive

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a deck at 99 Gallinson Drive, allowing an 18-foot rear-yard setback instead of the required 40 feet. The board also discussed the Lantern Hill application, but no vote was taken; it will be memorialized at the September 23 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved deck variance at 99 Gallinson Drive (3-0)
• Deferred Lantern Hill resolution to September 23, 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. has been canceled. No further information is provided.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a minor subdivision and variance application to create a new building lot from a 25,892 SF property at 15 Earl Place, allowing construction of a new single-family residence. The meeting includes procedural items such as roll call, pledge, and approval of previous minutes.

• Public hearing for Howard Weinerman Application #2024-03: minor subdivision and variance at 15 Earl Place, Block 12, Lot 3, R-2 Zone
• Proposal to split 25,892 SF lot into two: retain existing home on one lot, build new single-family home on the other
• Meeting has 11:00 PM adjournment limit; no new testimony after 10:00 PM

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider resolutions regarding a major site plan for Lantern Hill and a residential addition. A public hearing is scheduled for a residential deck application.

• Lantern Hill New Providence, LLC (#2023-08): Proposed reduction of independent living units from 554 to 444 and conversion of 45 units to 85 health care units at 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue
• Lantern Hill New Providence, LLC (#2023-08): Request for illumination waiver (1.8 footcandles vs 0.5 permitted) and building length variance (311 feet vs 200 feet permitted)
• Rajesh Lulla (#2024-12): Resolution for an addition at 37 Woodbine Circle with a proposed rear-yard setback of 37.8 feet (45.5 feet required)
• Onur Bagaoglu and Era Izano (#2024-13): Public hearing for a deck at 99 Gallinson Drive with a proposed rear-yard setback of 18 feet (40 feet required)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a conference meeting to discuss proposed renovation plans for the police department. A presentation on the plans is scheduled, followed by public comments. No formal action or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Presentation and discussion of police department renovation plans

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider 26 resolutions on the consent agenda, including a $152,081.13 contract for low lift pump installation at the wastewater treatment plant, multiple contracts for new pickleball courts, and insertion of special revenue items into the 2024 budget for grants and settlements. Also scheduled are proclamations for Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month and Diaper Needs Awareness Week, and a presentation from the Historic Preservation Commission.

• Resolution 2024-250: $152,081.13 for installation of low lift pumps at wastewater treatment plant
• Resolutions 2024-235, 236, 237: accepting bid for pickleball courts, awarding $38,750 for lighting, and approving construction administration services
• Resolution 2024-240: authorization to pay bills totaling $13,921,107.92
• Resolutions 2024-241, 242: inserting CDBG revenue for Barabash Manor senior housing elevator installation and senior services
• Resolution 2024-239: $5,750 for electric service and concrete pad for a proposed EV charging station

Planning Board

This Planning Board meeting has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will vote on an amended site plan for Lantern Hill New Providence LLC at 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue, reducing independent living units from 554 to 401 and adding 85 health care units (total 170). The applicant also seeks a lighting design waiver/exception and a building length variance. Additionally, two public hearings are scheduled: a continued hearing for a rear-yard setback variance at 37 Woodbine Circle, and a new hearing for a deck setback variance at 99 Gallinson Drive.

• Lantern Hill New Providence LLC - Amended preliminary and final major site plan approval: reduce independent living units from 554 to 444 (later adjusted to 401), add 85 health care units (total 170) on Block 320, Lots 18.01 and 17.01
• Design waiver/exception from §310-56(F)(1) to allow 1.8 footcandles at property line for driveway connecting to Southgate Road (0.5 footcandles maximum normally permitted)
• Variance from §310-42(D) to permit building length of 311 feet for Building 2.2 (200 feet permitted; 340 feet if parking deck included)
• Continued hearing: Rajesh Lulla - Variance for second-floor addition rear-yard setback of 37.8 feet (45.5 feet required) at 37 Woodbine Circle, R-2 Zone
• New hearing: Onur Bagaoglu and Era Izano - Variance for deck rear-yard setback of 18 feet (40 feet required) at 99 Gallinson Drive, R-1 Zone

Borough Council

The Borough Council will conduct a public hearing regarding Ordinance 2024-10 to amend the "Vehicles And Traffic" code. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts, police department rule revisions, and grant applications.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 2024-10 amending Chapter 257 "Vehicles And Traffic"
• Contract for Cambria Automotive Companies, Inc for a Peterbilt Model 548 Truck not to exceed $282,820.00
• Contract for Riverview Paving Inc for 2024 Road Resurfacing Project not to exceed $125,000.00
• Payment of bills payable list in the amount of $889,517.54
• Resolution to adopt revised rules and regulations for the New Providence Police Department

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider an amended site plan application from Lantern Hill New Providence LLC to reduce the number of independent living units from 554 to 444 and convert 45 units to 85 health care units, resulting in 401 independent and 170 health care units total. The applicant also seeks design waivers for lighting and building length. Two public hearings are scheduled for fence and addition variance requests at 41 Commonwealth Avenue and 37 Woodbine Circle.

• Lantern Hill application: reduce independent living units from 554 to 444, convert 45 to health care, totaling 401 independent and 170 health care units.
• Design waiver requested for lighting: allow 1.8 footcandles at property line on Southgate Road instead of permitted 0.5.
• Variance for building length: allow 311 feet for Building 2.2 instead of 200 feet (340 feet if parking deck included).
• Public hearing for fence variance at 41 Commonwealth Avenue: proposed 4-foot fence in borough right-of-way.
• Public hearing for addition variance at 37 Woodbine Circle: rear setback of 37.8 feet versus required 45.5 feet.

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No other agenda items were listed in the notice.

• No items scheduled due to cancellation

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a resolution for application #2024-02 involving 915-917 Central Avenue. The request includes minor subdivision approval and variance relief to create two equal-sized lots. The plan proposes constructing two new single-family residential dwellings on the property.

• Minor subdivision of Lots 40 and 41 at 915-917 Central Avenue
• Construction of two new single-family residential dwellings

Board of Adjustment

The Board will vote on resolutions for a deck at 846 Central Avenue and an infusion therapy facility on Springfield Avenue. The meeting also includes a hearing for amended plans at Lantern Hill New Providence, LLC. Additionally, the Board will consider an extension request for a child care center project.

• Use variance for outpatient infusion therapy at 1260-1266 Springfield Avenue
• Deck construction setback variance at 846 Central Avenue
• Amended site plan for Lantern Hill New Providence, LLC to reduce unit counts
• Extension request for child care center approval on High Street and South Street

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure, public safety, and municipal services. Key items include awarding a contract for the Maple Street improvement project and approving road resurfacing. The council will also address police appointments and various equipment purchases.

• Contract award of $567,907.30 to Portofino Builders, LLC for the Maple Street Improvement Project
• Road resurfacing with Riverview Paving Inc. up to $666,484.52
• Purchase of an Alcotest 9510 machine for the Police Department up to $22,822.50
• Appointment of three officers to the New Providence Police Department
• Ordinance 2024-09 to amend the Borough's Fire Department code

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a resolution regarding an application from 915 Central Ave LLC. The proposal seeks minor subdivision approval and variance relief for the property at 915-917 Central Avenue. If approved, the existing lots would be divided into two equal-sized lots to allow for the construction of two new single-family residential dwellings.

• Minor subdivision of 915-917 Central Avenue (Block 180, Lots 40 and 41)
• Construction of two new single-family residential dwellings

Board of Adjustment

The Board will conduct public hearings for a deck construction request at 846 Central Avenue and an outpatient infusion facility on Springfield Avenue. Members will also review an amended site plan for the Lantern Hill development to reduce unit counts and adjust building dimensions.

• Deck construction variance at 846 Central Avenue
• Outpatient infusion therapy use request at 1260-1266 Springfield Avenue
• Reduction of independent living units from 554 to 444 at Lantern Hill
• Amended site plan for 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue

Borough Council

The Borough Council will consider several resolutions regarding local business licenses and budget grants. They will also review an ordinance to amend the Fire Department code. Additionally, the council will address a change order for road improvements and wastewater plant equipment upgrades.

• Ordinance 2024-09 to amend the Borough's Fire Department code
• Change Order #1 for Riverview Paving Inc. in the deduct amount of -$57,348.48
• Authorization of bills payable totaling $259,191.03
• Requisition for wastewater treatment plant pumps up to $23,412.00
• Issuance of various club and retail liquor licenses

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a conference session to discuss affordable housing. Borough Planner McKinley Mertz is scheduled to provide an update. No formal actions are listed for this meeting.

• Affordable Housing Update from Borough Planner McKinley Mertz

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding an application by 915 Central Ave LLC. The proposal seeks to subdivide existing lots to construct two new single-family residential dwellings.

• Minor subdivision and variance relief for 915-917 Central Avenue
• Construction of two new single-family residential dwellings
• Review of May 7, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on June 3, 2024, to consider two applications for residential additions requiring variances. The board will also review upcoming public hearings scheduled for June 17, 2024, and approve minutes from the May 20 meeting.

• Application #2024-07: 136 The Fellsway – addition with front-yard setback of 29.6 ft (required 40 ft), side-yard setbacks of 12.1 ft and 10.9 ft (required 12.3 ft), building coverage 1,612 sq ft (max 1,575 sq ft).
• Application #2024-08: 15 Cameron Road – addition with side-yard setback of 11.6 ft (required 12 ft) and rear-yard setback of 21.25 ft (required 40 ft).
• Review of June 17 hearings: Application #2024-10 (846 Central Avenue) – deck with front-yard setback of 17 ft (required 40 ft); Application #2024-09 (1260-1266 Springfield Avenue) – outpatient infusion therapy use in CCD zone.

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-08, which appropriates $139,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund to buy a truck-mounted sewer cleaner for the wastewater treatment plant. The council will also vote on a consent agenda of 14 resolutions, including a $1,142,690.46 bills payment, budget insertions for grants and opioid settlement funds, and several equipment purchases. A proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day is scheduled.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-08: $139,000 for truck-mounted sewer cleaner
• Resolution 2024-159: Authorizes payment of bills totaling $1,142,690.46
• Resolution 2024-161: Inserts Union County infrastructure grant revenue into 2024 budget
• Resolution 2024-162: Inserts National Opioid Settlement revenue into 2024 budget
• Resolution 2024-164: Appoints Michael Felezzola as part-time payroll clerk and HR manager

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 21, 2024, 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 public hearings on two applications for home additions that require zoning variances. The first, by Cara and Timothy Kober at 136 The Fellsway, seeks relief from front and side setback, building coverage, and driveway distance requirements. The second, by Priscilla Francisco at 15 Cameron Road, requests variances for side and rear setbacks and notes existing building coverage and patio distance. No hearings are scheduled for the next meeting on June 3, 2024.

• Application #2024-07: 136 The Fellsway, addition with front-yard setback 29.6 ft (required 40 ft), side-yard setbacks 12.1 ft and 10.9 ft (required 12.3 ft), building coverage 1,612 sq ft (max 1,575 sq ft), driveway 2 ft from property line
• Application #2024-08: 15 Cameron Road, addition with side-yard setback 11.6 ft (required 12 ft), rear-yard setback 21.25 ft (required 40 ft), existing building coverage 1,642 sq ft, patio 3 ft from property line
• Public hearings scheduled for May 20, 2024; no hearings scheduled for June 3, 2024
• Minutes from May 6, 2024 to be reviewed

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances, including a $4,029,989 bond for capital improvements and a new tree removal regulation. They will also vote on a consent agenda covering contracts, payments, and appointments, including hiring a probationary police officer and approving a $11.6M bills list.

• Bond ordinance 2024-05: $4,029,989 for capital improvements, issuing $2,801,475 in bonds
• Ordinance 2024-07: establishing tree removal and replacement regulations
• Resolution 2024-140: appointing Michael Gelormini as probationary police officer
• Resolution 2024-141: $15,000 fireworks contract with Garden State Fireworks for Independence Day
• Resolution 2024-151: approving bills payable of $11,610,719.06

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board will hold a public meeting to consider a waiver request from HDR Holdings LLC to convert a former Wells Fargo bank branch at 36 South Street into a restaurant, including design relief for signage. The board will also review an upcoming minor subdivision application for two new homes on Central Avenue, and approve minutes from the prior meeting.

• Waiver from Minor Site Plan approval for change in use at 36 South Street (Block 150, Lot 11) to operate a restaurant
• Design waiver/relief for number, area, and height of sign lettering
• Upcoming hearing for 915 Central Ave LLC to subdivide lots at 915-917 Central Avenue into two equal lots for new single-family homes
• Approval of minutes from April 16, 2024 meeting

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a revised site plan for the Redwood-ERC development at 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue, which proposes reducing independent living units from 554 to 444 and adding 85 health care units. The board will also review two upcoming applications for residential additions on The Fellsway and Cameron Road, and consider minutes from the April 15 meeting.

• Revised plan for 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue: reduce independent living units to 444, add 85 health care units (total 401 independent, 170 health care)
• Variance for building length of 311 feet (max 200 feet, or 340 with parking deck)
• Design waiver for driveway illumination of 1.8 footcandles at property line (max 0.5)
• Application #2024-07: addition at 136 The Fellsway with front-yard setback 29.6 ft (required 40 ft)
• Application #2024-08: addition at 15 Cameron Road with rear-yard setback 21.25 ft (required 40 ft)

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings on the 2024 municipal budget, a cap bank ordinance, and a towing fee amendment, then vote on adopting the budget and related resolutions. The council will also introduce several ordinances, including a $4,029,989 bond ordinance for capital improvements, a tree removal regulation, and a Chapter 220 amendment. Numerous resolutions cover police appointments, park paving, a shared service agreement for emergency dispatching, and a liquor license transfer.

• Adoption of 2024 municipal operating budget and SID budget
• Bond ordinance appropriating $4,029,989 for capital improvements
• Ordinance establishing tree removal and replacement regulations
• Resolution approving shared service agreement with Union County for emergency dispatching
• Resolution approving payment of bills totaling $456,802.58

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board is meeting to consider a public hearing for HDR Holdings LLC d/b/a Wonder, which seeks waivers to convert a former Wells Fargo Bank branch at 36 South Street into a restaurant. The board will also review its year in review, the Board of Adjustment annual report, and other business.

• Public hearing for Application #2024-01: HDR Holdings LLC d/b/a Wonder, 36 South Street, Block 150, Lot 11, Central Commercial District
• Request for waiver from Minor Site Plan approval for change in use to operate a food establishment/restaurant
• Design waiver/relief for number of signs, area of signs, and height of sign lettering
• Review of Planning Board Year in Review
• Review of Board of Adjustment Annual Report

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on April 15, 2024, to consider two variance applications: one for a generator at 6 Wellings Road and one for an addition at 69 Mountain Avenue. The board will also review an amended major site plan for a senior living development at 535 and 603 Mountain Avenue, which was carried over from previous meetings. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Application #2024-04: Variance for generator at 6 Wellings Road, front-yard setback 36.5 ft vs. required 40 ft.
• Application #2024-03: Variance for addition at 69 Mountain Avenue, rear-yard setback 32.41 ft vs. required 58.59 ft.
• Application #2023-08: Amended site plan for Redwood-ERC New Providence, LLC at 535/603 Mountain Avenue, reducing independent living units from 554 to 444, converting 45 units to 85 health care units.
• Request for design waiver to allow 1.8 footcandles illumination at property line (limit 0.5) for driveway to Southgate Road.
• Request for variance to allow building length of 311 ft for Building 2.2 (max 200 ft, or 340 ft with parking deck).

Borough Council

The Borough Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $3,559,264.95 bills payable list, a final payment of $82,715.00 for a generator at DeCorso Center, and a proposal for architectural services for the Municipal Center re-roofing. They will also introduce an ordinance amending towing and storage fees, and consider a person-to-person transfer of a plenary retail distribution license to JFWNPEB Inc. Several proclamations and routine applications are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 2024-120: Pay bills totaling $3,559,264.95
• Resolution 2024-117: Final $82,715.00 payment to Cooper Power Systems for DeCorso Center generator
• Ordinance 2024-04: Amend towing and storage fees (Chapter 243 Section 10)
• Resolution 2024-122: Approve liquor license transfer to JFWNPEB Inc.
• Resolution 2024-118: Accept Musial Group proposal for Municipal Center re-roofing

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment is meeting to hear and vote on several variance and site plan applications. The agenda includes a revised plan for two two-family homes on one lot, driveway widening requests, and home addition and generator setback variances. The board will also review its 2023 annual report and approve minutes from the March 18 meeting.

• Application #2023-20: Preliminary/final site plan and variances for two two-family homes at 491 Central Avenue (Block 234, Lot 11, R-3 Zone)
• Application #2024-05: Driveway widening variance at 49 Maple Street (curb cut 20 ft vs. 18 ft max; driveway 0 ft vs. 6 ft min from property line)
• Application #2024-06: Addition setback variances at 28 Brook Road (front 39 ft vs. 40 ft min; rear 18/27 ft vs. 40 ft min)
• Application #2024-04: Generator setback variance at 6 Wellings Road (36.5 ft vs. 40 ft min along Walton Avenue)
• Application #2024-03: Addition setback variances at 69 Mountain Avenue (rear 32.41/22.83 ft vs. 58.59 ft min)

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Borough Council

The Borough Council will introduce the 2024 municipal operating budget, set a public hearing date, and consider an ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits. The agenda also includes numerous resolutions for contracts, appointments, and grant applications, many of which are on the consent agenda.

• Introduction of 2024 Municipal Budget and Ordinance 2024-03 to exceed budget limits and establish a cap bank
• Resolution 2024-110 authorizing payment of bills totaling $458,675.41
• Resolution 2024-114 approving up to $89,069.00 for a 2024 Ford 450 pickup truck for the wastewater treatment plant
• Resolution 2024-104 and 2024-105 approving payments to T&S Painting and Maintenance for Municipal Center Painting ($16,500 and $2,200)
• Resolution 2024-106 approving $18,500 payment to Foggia Trinity Electric for Decorso Center Generator Installation

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for March 19, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four variance applications, each seeking relief from zoning setback and other requirements for residential projects. Two applications are for additions, one for a shed, and one for a driveway widening. The board will also review two applications scheduled for the April 8 hearing.

• Application #2023-23: shed at 25 Stanley Road, 2-ft setbacks vs. 6-ft required
• Application #2024-02: addition at 308 Elkwood Avenue, rear yard 25.6-29.75 ft vs. 40-ft minimum
• Application #2024-05: driveway widening at 49 Maple Street, curb cut 20 ft vs. 18-ft max
• Application #2024-06: addition at 28 Brook Road, front setback 39 ft vs. 40-ft minimum
• Review of April 8 hearings: 69 Mountain Avenue addition, 6 Wellings Road generator

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-02, which renews Comcast's municipal consent to operate a cable television and communications system in New Providence. The council will also consider a consent agenda that includes paying $2,971,094.21 in bills, approving a telecommunications audit agreement, and purchasing equipment for the Department of Public Works.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-02, Comcast cable franchise renewal
• Resolution 2024-097: payment of bills totaling $2,971,094.21
• Resolution 2024-096: agreement with Spyglass Group LLC for telecommunications audit
• Resolution 2024-099: $16,799.80 for wastewater inspection push camera
• Resolution 2024-100: $58,992.25 for Ford F350 pickup truck for Public Works

Board of Health

The New Providence Board of Health is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving reports from the health director, inspector, nurse, and secretary, and discussing animal control communications. Under new business, the board will consider a resolution to waive BOH permit fees for churches and a resolution to appoint a registrar.

• Waiving BOH permit fees for churches (new business)
• Resolution 2024-04 appointing Registrar
• Animal Control Solutions reports for January and February 2024
• Health Director's report and Health Education report
• Secretary's financial reports for January and February 2024

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for March 5, 2024, 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 March 5, 2024, 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 several variance applications, including requests to build sheds and home additions that don't meet setback requirements, and a revised site plan for two two-family homes on one lot. The board will also review applications for future hearings and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Application #2023-24: Shed at 221 Sagamore Drive, 2 ft from property line (6 ft required)
• Application #2024-01: Addition at 23 Grant Avenue, front setback 29.8 ft (40 ft required), 3 stories (2.5 max)
• Application #2023-20: Two two-family homes at 491 Central Avenue, variance for one principal building per lot
• Application #2023-23: Shed at 25 Stanley Road, setbacks 2 ft (6 ft required)
• Application #2024-02: Addition at 308 Elkwood Avenue, rear yard 29.75 ft (40 ft required)

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to consider two resolutions: one authorizing spending from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund for roof repairs at Elizabeth Barabash Manor, and another appointing an Assistant Finance Manager. The public can comment on these items before the formal vote.

• Resolution 2024-094: Authorize expenditure from Affordable Housing Trust Fund for roof repairs at Elizabeth Barabash Manor
• Resolution 2024-095: Appoint Assistant Finance Manager for the Borough

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with routine items, including renewing Comcast's cable franchise, approving a $4.14 million bills list, and a $53,460 pump replacement. They will also discuss appointments and correspondence, and take public comments.

• Ordinance 2024-02: Renew Comcast cable TV franchise
• Resolution 2024-090: Pay bills totaling $4,141,086.23
• Resolution 2024-093: $53,460 for low lift pumps at wastewater plant
• Resolution 2024-089: $16,500 change order for tax maps with GIS
• Resolution 2024-092: Approve PBA car show fundraiser on Oct 5

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Borough Council

The New Providence Borough Council is meeting to consider a public hearing on an ordinance deleting Chapter 41, Article II, and to vote on a consent agenda with 18 items, including paying $9,353,765.70 in bills, approving contracts for office furniture and a leaf vacuum, and making appointments to various committees. The agenda also includes several resolutions for grants, permits, and agreements.

• Ordinance 2024-01 to delete Chapter 41, Article II of the Borough Code
• Resolution 2024-077 authorizing payment of bills totaling $9,353,765.70
• Resolution 2024-086 approving $136,028.82 for a leaf vacuum from W E Timmerman Co.
• Resolution 2024-071 approving $13,631.52 for office furniture from Paramount FMS
• Appointments to SID Board, Beautification, Diversity, Public Arts, and Mental Health committees

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on several variance and site plan applications, including a major amended plan for the Lantern Hill development that reduces independent living units and adds health care units. The board will also consider two shed variance requests and a two-family home proposal. One application, for a shed at 221 Sagamore Drive, is scheduled for a resolution vote.

• Application #2023-08: Amended site plan for Lantern Hill (535/603 Mountain Ave) to reduce independent living units from 554 to 444, convert 45 units to 85 health care units, and seek variances for lighting and building length.
• Application #2023-20: 491 Central Ave – request to build two two-family homes on one lot, requiring multiple variances.
• Application #2023-24: 221 Sagamore Dr – shed variance, 2 ft setback vs 6 ft required.
• Application #2024-01: 23 Grant Ave – addition variance for front/side setbacks and building height.
• Application #2024-02: 308 Elkwood Ave – addition variance (details not listed).

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board will hold its February 6, 2024 meeting, which includes organizational items such as appointments, nominations, and resolutions for 2024. The board will also consider two site plan applications: a proposal for 15 townhouse units at 309 South Street and a deck construction at 55 Southgate Road. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn by 11:00 p.m., with no new testimony after 10:30 p.m.

• Application #2023-01: 309 South Street, LLC — preliminary and final site plan for 15 townhouse units, 34 parking spaces at 309 South Street (Block 222, Lot 14, C-1 Specialty Commercial District)
• Application #2023-03: Helen Rallis — permission to construct a deck at 55 Southgate Road (Block 341, Lot 2.01, A-2 Affordable Housing Zone)
• Resolutions to fix meeting schedule, approve board attorney, and adopt by-laws for 2024
• Selection of board member for mayoral appointment to Downtown Improvement District (DID)

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four variance applications, including a fence height variance, two home additions, and a shed setback variance. The board will also review the status of two previously continued applications, including a major site plan amendment for Lantern Hill, which has been rescheduled to March 18, 2024.

• Application #2023-21: 6-ft fence at 135 Union Avenue (R-2 zone) vs. 4-ft max
• Application #2023-22: Addition/porch at 56 Ridgeview Avenue with front-yard setback of 31 ft vs. 40 ft required
• Application #2023-24: Shed at 221 Sagamore Drive, 2 ft from property line vs. 6 ft required
• Application #2024-01: Addition at 23 Grant Avenue with multiple setbacks and height variances
• Application #2023-08 (Lantern Hill): Amended site plan to reduce units and add health care units, rescheduled to March 18

Borough Council

The Borough Council is meeting for a conference session. The main item is a resolution to support a Sustainable Jersey grant application funded by PSEG. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with appointments to advisory committees and public comments.

• Resolution 2024-070: Authorizing Sustainable Jersey grant application funded by PSEG
• Appointments to Council Advisory Committees

Borough Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on a Green Acres playground grant application for Oakwood Park, then consider a consent agenda with resolutions including a $3.7 million bill payment, a $298,809 partial payment for the 2022 sanitary sewer lining project, and amendments to three labor contracts. Appointments include a new borough clerk and deputy clerk, and a police officer. The meeting also includes introductions of an ordinance to delete a code chapter and various routine resolutions.

• Public hearing: Green Acres Playground Grant Application for Oakwood Park Playground
• Resolution 2024-059: Authorizing payment of bills totaling $3,723,604.77
• Resolution 2024-069: Partial payment #1 of $298,809.11 for 2022 Sanitary Sewer Lining Project
• Resolution 2024-056: Approving $22,000 for Municipal Center interior painting and wall coverings
• Resolutions 2024-063/064/065: Approving amendments to labor contracts with Teamsters Local 469, PBA Local 132 Sergeants and Patrolmen

Board of Adjustment

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance applications, including a request for an extension of time for a nursing home expansion. The board will also review two applications scheduled for February 5, 2024, and consider minutes from the January 8 meeting.

• Spring Grove Property LLC requests extension for application #2022-14 to add 6,894 sq ft to nursing home at 144 Gales Drive, seeking density of 16.8 units/acre (14 permitted) and FAR 0.15 (0.125 max)
• Ion application #2023-21 for a 6-foot fence at 135 Union Avenue, exceeding the permitted 4-foot height in secondary front yard
• DeRosa application #2023-22 for addition and front porch at 56 Ridgeview Avenue, with front-yard setback of 31 feet (40 required) and side-yard setbacks of 9 and 11.7 feet (16.2 and 12 required)
• Bechold application #2023-24 for a shed at 221 Sagamore Drive, 2 feet from property line (6 feet required)
• Skontrianos application #2024-01 for addition at 23 Grant Avenue, with front-yard setback of 29.8 feet (40 required), side-yard setbacks of 6 and 8.8 feet (18 and 17.10 required), and three stories (2.5 max)

Planning Board

The New Providence Planning Board is meeting to organize for 2024, including appointments and nominations, and to consider two site plan applications. The main item is a preliminary and final site plan for 15 townhouses at 309 South Street, and a smaller application for a deck at 55 Southgate Road.

• 309 South Street, LLC – Application #2023-01: preliminary and final site plan for 15 townhouse units, 34 parking spaces at 309 South Street (Block 222, Lot 14, C-1 Specialty Commercial District)
• Helen Rallis – Application #2023-03: permission to construct a deck at 55 Southgate Road (Block 341, Lot 2.01, A-2 Affordable Housing Zone)
• Resolutions to fix 2024 meeting dates, approve board attorney, and approve by-laws
• Nominations for board chairperson, vice-chairperson, attorney, and secretary
• Appointments to the Planning Board for 2024

Board of Health

The New Providence Board of Health is holding its annual reorganization meeting, confirming mayoral appointments to the board and electing officers. The board will also vote on resolutions to appoint a secretary and registrar, and to set its 2024 meeting schedule. Routine reports and a rabies clinic are also on the agenda.

• Appointments: Dr. Richard Nelson and Christopher Stieh (3-year terms to 2026), Claudia Cattano (2nd alternate, 2-year term)
• Resolution 2024-01: Appointing Diane Wolfe as Board of Health Secretary
• Resolution 2024-02: Fixing times, dates, and place of 2024 meetings
• Resolution 2024-03: Appointing Denise Brinkofski as Registrar
• Rabies Clinic: January 13, 9:00-10:00 am at Decorso Center, shots by Dr. Darby of Murray Hill Vets

Planning Board

The January 9, 2024, Planning Board meeting has been canceled. The reorganization meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 360 Elkwood Avenue, New Providence, NJ.

• January 9 meeting canceled
• Reorganization meeting on January 16, 2024, at 8:00 p.m.
• Location: Council Chambers, 360 Elkwood Avenue

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will elect its 2024 officers, select an attorney, and vote on its bylaws and 2024 calendar. The meeting includes a public hearing for a site plan variance at 491 Central Avenue and a review of two other applications scheduled for a later date. No new witnesses will be heard after 10:00 p.m.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary; selection of Attorney
• Vote on 2024 Calendar Resolution and Board of Adjustment By-Laws
• Public Hearing: Application #2023-20 at 491 Central Avenue for two two-family homes and setbacks
• Review: Application #2023-21 at 135 Union Avenue for a 6-foot fence in the secondary front yard
• Review: Application #2023-22 at 56 Ridgeview Avenue for an addition and front porch with reduced setbacks

Borough Council

The Borough Council is conducting its annual organization meeting to swear in officials and establish administrative procedures for the year. The agenda includes the appointment of numerous municipal officers, legal counsel, and advisory committee members.

• Appointment of 28 administrative officers and professional service providers
• Resolution 2024-032 setting delinquent tax interest at 8% up to $1,500 and 18% above $1,500
• Resolution 2024-041 regarding a temporary budget
• Appointment of Class II and Class III Special Law Enforcement Officers
• Appointment of various Planning Board and Board of Health members

Borough Council

The Borough Council will review correspondence from the Fire Department and NJ DEP. The meeting includes decisions on departmental staffing and a 2024 agreement with Sage Eldercare, Inc.

• Resolution 2023-356: Agreement with Sage Eldercare, Inc. for 2024
• Resolution 2023-357: Payment of bills totaling $159,829.58
• Resolution 2023-358: Resignation of Yusuf Bozoglu as DPW Roadman
• Resolution 2023-359: Appointment of Douglas Wiely as DPW Roadman
• Resolution 2023-355: Mental Health Committee participation in MLK Day events