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New Providence public meetings in 2025

79 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Borough Council

Council approves labor contract with New Providence Chief of Police through 2027

The Borough Council will vote on a series of ordinances and resolutions, including reappropriating $200,000 for grass field renovations and authorizing the sale of Block 185 Lot 23.01. It will also consider payments for the community pool bridge project, a purchase of a large‑format printer, and a $498,960.72 bill payment list. Additional items include a grant application, a communications plan, and police equipment and personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $498,960.72 in bill payments

The council adopted Ordinance 2025-17 to reappropriate $200,000 for grass‑field renovations and Ordinance 2025-18 to sell unused property Block 185 Lot 23.01. It authorized payment of $498,960.72 for various municipal bills and approved several resolutions for the community pool bridge, employee salaries, police equipment, and the police chief labor contract.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment denies Robert Schmidt addition request on Pearl Street

The Board will vote on three R‑2 zone addition applications, including two that seek variances for side‑yard setbacks and one that has been denied. It will also schedule public hearings for additional applications carried over from previous meetings. The meeting includes a review of upcoming public hearings for January 2026.

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✓ Decided: Board approves three residential addition applications

The Board of Adjustment voted to approve the addition requests for Bryan James DeBarbieri (Application #2025-30), Matthew and Erin Yoeli (Application #2025-31), and Kevin and Jennifer Nixon (Application #2025-26). All motions passed with unanimous support and no opposition. The approvals will be formalized in resolutions at the next meeting.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to hear on 104-unit townhome development at 121 Chanlon Road

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a multi-family inclusionary townhome project. The board will also consider a time extension for a townhouse development on South Street and note an upcoming hearing for an age-restricted community.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved a one‑year extension for 309 South Street project

The Board voted to grant a one‑year extension of the approval period for 309 South Street, LLC, moving the deadline to February 6 2027. The motion was moved by Mr. Keane, seconded by Mr. Hoefling, and passed with all six members voting in favor and no opposition. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

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Mon Dec 8, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to review site improvements for 64 South Street

The New Providence Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding an application from Everest Real Estate New Providence, LLC. The board will consider an amended minor site plan for a property in the Central Commercial District.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved 64 South Street site plan with conditions

The Board voted to hear the amended minor site plan for 64 South Street without public notice and then approved the plan with a list of conditions. The minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting were also approved. The meeting was adjourned at 9:04 p.m.

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Tue Dec 2, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to consider $3.7M in bill payments and $200k for grass field renovation

The Borough Council will vote on a consent agenda including multiple police and public works appointments, various service contracts, and a bond ordinance for field renovations. The body will also consider the sale of property at Block 185 Lot 23.01 and a resolution opposing Senate Bill 4736 regarding affordable housing.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $419,674 NJDOT grant for Union Avenue improvements

The Borough Council authorized the insertion of $419,674 from the NJDOT Municipal Aid Program into the 2025 budget for Union Avenue improvements. It also approved a $40,703 grant from the Hazardous Discharge Site Remediation Fund for the Ping Wang property cleanup. Additional actions included appointing Michael Carlino as police sergeant, amending the GovPilot software contract, and approving various community and infrastructure expenditures.

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Mon Dec 1, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to consider addition permits for several R-2 zone properties

The Board will vote on a resolution for the Marzynski application at 25 Madison Avenue, which proposes side‑yard setbacks of 8.94 ft left and 10.98 ft right, below the required 12 ft. The board will also hold public hearings for three other addition applications at 17 Holmes Oval South, 87 Commonwealth Avenue, and 158 Pearl Street. Additionally, the board will review public hearings scheduled for Dec 15 for the Nixon and 966 Central Avenue applications, all under Chapter 310, Article IV, Section 310‑11, Schedule II.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment approved three residential addition variances

The Board approved the Marzynski application (2025-29) for an addition with side‑yard setbacks below the required minimum. It also approved the DeBarbieri application (2025-30) and the Yoeli application (2025-31), each granting a variance for side‑yard setbacks. All three motions passed unanimously with no opposition. The Schmidt application (2025-24) was carried over and no decision was made.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board reviews three residential addition applications with setback deficiencies

The Board of Adjustment will consider three applications for additions in the R-2 zone. Each proposal requests setbacks that are below the minimum required by Chapter 310, Article IV, Section 310-11. The applications are for 25 Madison Avenue, 158 Pearl Street, and 17 Holmes Oval South. The Board will decide whether to grant the requested variances.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Marzynski addition with conditions; Schmidt hearing carried forward

The Board approved Thaddeus and Kathleen Marzynski's addition application (#2025-29) with two conditions: a deed restriction prohibiting attic living space and exterior finishes matching the existing façade. The approval was unanimous (7‑0). The hearing on Robert Schmidt's addition application (#2025-24) was carried to December 1, 2025. Minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting were approved as submitted.

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Mon Nov 10, 2025

Borough Council

Council will approve $8.47 million payment of outstanding municipal bills

The New Providence Borough Council will vote on a series of ordinances and resolutions, including updates to the code on bamboo planting, vehicles and traffic, and municipal fees. Major financial actions include authorizing payment of $8,468,885.98 for attached bills and approving contracts for storm‑drain improvements, sewer plant automation, and asbestos remediation. The meeting also includes appointments for a part‑time electrical inspector and a probationary police officer, as well as a public hearing on the bamboo ordinance.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $128,000 storm‑drain improvements on 4th Street

The Borough Council adopted six new ordinances covering bamboo planting, vehicle traffic, code revisions, assessor duties, e‑bike/scooter fees, and registration requirements. It also approved multiple public‑works resolutions, including a $128,000 storm‑drain improvement on 4th Street, a $99,879.66 progress payment for the community‑pool bridge, and contracts for asbestos monitoring and abatement at the old Borough Hall. All actions were carried by roll‑call vote.

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Mon Nov 3, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to review addition request for 63 Old Oak Drive

The Board of Adjustment will consider a resolution regarding a home addition at 63 Old Oak Drive. One scheduled public hearing for 966 Central Avenue has been carried to December 15, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Lichtstein addition request and October 27 minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved the application of David and Sara Lichtstein to construct an addition at 63 Old Oak Drive, with the motion passing unanimously among the members present. The minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting were also approved as submitted. The hearing for the 966 Central Avenue application was carried over to December 15, 2025 at the applicant's request.

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Wed Oct 29, 2025

Board of Health

Board reviews amendment to sanitary standards for residential trash pickup

The New Providence Board of Health will review Ordinance 2025-11, which amends Chapter 333 of the BOH Sanitary Standards to set trash pickup hours from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm in residential areas. The board will also conduct the first reading of a proposed BOH Code Adoption Ordinance for codifying the borough’s ordinances and consider a draft of the 2026 Health Service Budget. A public hearing of citizens is scheduled, and a chicken‑coop permit will not be read at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts Resolution 2025-11 to regulate trash pickup

The board approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes after Dr. Lake moved and Chris Stieh seconded the motion. The board adopted Resolution 2025‑11, which sets regulations for trash pickup in the borough. The board scheduled a rabies vaccination clinic for January 10, 2026, to be conducted by Dr. Darby.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025

Borough Council

Council will authorize payment of $240,609.24 for pending bills

The New Providence Borough Council will consider a public hearing on Ordinance 2025-11 to amend the Sanitary Standards chapter of the borough code. It will also adopt several ordinances updating code chapters on vehicles, electric scooters, bamboo planting, fees, and parks. The council will vote on resolutions supporting the NJ Climate Superfund Act, a salary resolution, an appointment of a community activities coordinator, and professional engineering services for stormwater mapping. Additionally, it will approve payments totaling $240,609.24 and specific requisitions for paving, pump repair, and sewer jet nozzles.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted new sanitary standards ordinance

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2025-11, amending Chapter 333 of the Code titled “Sanitary Standards,” after a public hearing with no speakers. The motion passed with all six council members voting aye. The council also unanimously approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting.

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Mon Oct 27, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider variance for addition at 63 Old Oak Drive

The Board of Adjustment will review several variance applications for residential additions that do not meet the required yard setbacks. Items include requests for 63 Old Oak Drive, 966 Central Avenue, 25 Madison Avenue, and 158 Pearl Street. The board will vote on the Lichstein application and consider carrying forward the other applications to future dates.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Lichtstein addition variance with conditions

The Board approved the Galak patio variance despite the lot coverage exceeding the 50% limit, with a unanimous vote of six members. It also approved the Lichtstein addition variance, attaching conditions on deck lighting and a retaining wall, with all eight members voting in favor. The application for a gas station at 1778 Springfield Avenue was deemed incomplete. Minutes from the October 6 meeting were approved as submitted.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to hear application for 297-unit age-restricted development

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan application for a residential development at 70 Ryder Way. The board will also note an upcoming hearing for a different housing project on Chanlon Road.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board heard 70 Ryder Way development proposal, no decision recorded

The Board conducted a public hearing on NP Mountain Developers’ application to build a 297‑unit age‑restricted residential project at 70 Ryder Way. Members asked about affordable‑unit counts, EV‑ready parking, sidewalk access on Mountain Avenue, and coordination with the JCP&L substation. The minutes do not record any vote, approval, denial, or other formal action on the application.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Borough Council

Council will authorize payment of $2.4 million in pending bills

The Borough Council will consider a consent agenda that includes authorizing a $2,395,753.55 payment of outstanding bills, approving a $38,500 contract for emergency storm‑drain repairs at Pittsford Way and Springfield Ave, and approving $29,939 for fire department turnout gear. The council will also vote on an ordinance amending Chapter 333 sanitary standards and on hiring an Electrical Subcode Inspector. Discussion items include a proposed chicken ordinance amendment and a Bamboo ordinance.

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✓ Decided: Council authorized $2.4 million in bill payments, including school levy and storm repairs

The Borough Council unanimously approved the September 30, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a proposal from Kroll, LLC for a fixed‑asset accounting and property insurance appraisal. The council authorized $38,500 for emergency storm‑drain repairs on Pittsford Way and Springfield Ave and approved participation in the Resilient NJ regional assistance program. It also approved $2,395,753.55 in bill payments, appointed an emergency‑management coordinator in training, and approved $29,939 for new fire‑department turnout gear.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

Planning Board

Public hearing on Toll Brothers 104‑unit townhome development at 121 Chanlon Road

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Toll Brothers, Inc.'s application #2024-04 to build a 104‑unit, multi‑family inclusionary townhome project at 121 Chanlon Road. The agenda also notes an upcoming hearing on October 21 for NP Mountain Developers' 297‑unit age‑restricted residential project at 70 Ryder Way. Minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting will be reviewed, and miscellaneous and communication items will be addressed.

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✓ Decided: Board postpones vote on parking‑variance jurisdiction to a future hearing

The Planning Board did not vote on whether it has jurisdiction over the amended parking‑space request. It scheduled a future hearing on Dec. 9, 2025, and set briefing deadlines – the applicant must submit a brief by Oct. 24, 2025 and the objectors by Nov. 7, 2025. The Nov. 4 meeting was cancelled and no special meeting was set. The board also marked the latest architectural and site‑plan exhibits.

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Mon Oct 6, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to review residential setback and lot coverage requests

The Board of Adjustment will consider applications for residential construction variances. The meeting includes a resolution for one property and public hearings for two other residential projects.

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✓ Decided: Board approved three variance applications and deferred one garage request

The Board approved Aimee Troy's portico variance (6‑0), Brian Galbally's addition variance (6‑0), and Martin and Kaitlyn Galak's patio variance (7‑0). No vote was taken on Robert Schmidt's garage variance request, so the matter was deferred. All approvals were unanimous among members present.

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Tue Sep 30, 2025

Borough Council

Council to consider reappropriating $202,206.37 for storm sewer restoration

The Borough Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding property maintenance, vehicle and traffic codes, and a bond for storm sewer lines. The body is also reviewing Community Development Block Grant applications for senior services and an ADA accessible bathroom.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts ordinance reappropriating $202,206.37 for storm sewer restoration

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2025-09, reallocating $202,206.37 to restore storm sewer lines. Ordinances 2025-08 and 2025-10 were both tabled after council votes. The council also set priorities for Community Development Block Grant applications and approved several contracts and payments.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

Planning Board

Public hearing on Toll Brothers 104‑unit townhome project on Chanlon Road

The New Providence Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider Toll Brothers, Inc. application #2024-04 for a 104‑unit multi‑family inclusionary townhome development on Chanlon Road, Block 221, Lot 6, located in the TBI‑2 Zone and Affordable Housing Overlay. The Board will review the site plan and bulk variance request for the project. Minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting will be reviewed. Additional items include miscellaneous business and communication items.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board heard Toll Brothers townhome application, no decision made

The New Providence Planning Board conducted a public hearing on Toll Brothers' 104‑unit townhome and multifamily development at 121 Chanlon Road. Board members and staff discussed parking requirements, RSIS standards, and traffic impacts, noting that the applicant removed 54 parking spaces from Lot 5 and will proceed with the revised plan. No formal vote or approval was recorded during this meeting.

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Mon Sep 15, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board reviews Badalov variance request for addition and driveway at 18 Holmes Ave

The Board of Adjustment will consider Zvika and Ladyane Badalov's application #2025-22 for a residential addition and driveway at 18 Holmes Avenue, which seeks setbacks and curb cut dimensions that do not meet current zoning minimums. Public hearings are scheduled for three other variance requests on September 15, including a portico at 19 Northview Road and an addition at 158 Pearl Street. The board will also review a patio variance scheduled for October 6 at 31 West Third Street.

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✓ Decided: Board approves two variance requests and postpones a garage hearing

The Board of Adjustment approved the Badalov application for an addition and driveway variance. It also approved the Troy application for a portico variance. The Schmidt garage addition hearing was carried over to October 6, 2025 for further review.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Borough Council

Council to approve $6.28 million in bill payments and key contracts

The New Providence Borough Council will consider a consent agenda that includes numerous ordinances and resolutions. Highlights include authorizing payment of $6,277,256.78 in outstanding bills, reappropriating $202,206.37 for storm‑sewer restoration, and adopting a settlement agreement related to the national opioid crisis. Additional items cover contract approvals for a copy‑machine purchase, roof repairs, and traffic‑marking services.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $6.28M in bill payments and adopted multiple budget resolutions

The Borough Council unanimously approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. It adopted several resolutions approving a sustainability advisory table, hiring for community activities, a new ordinance restricting bamboo, a copy‑machine purchase, a roof‑repair change order, and a $6,277,256.78 bill payment package. The Council also authorized participation in a nationwide opioid settlement and reallocated $202,206.37 for storm‑sewer repairs.

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Mon Sep 8, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to review residential setback and driveway variances

The Board of Adjustment will consider several applications for variances from local zoning codes. The meeting includes resolutions for previously heard cases and public hearings for new residential construction requests.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Galbally home addition and second‑story construction

The Board of Adjustment voted 7‑0 to approve the Galbally application (#2025‑19) for a full second‑story addition at 143 Division Avenue. Earlier in the meeting the Board also approved four other applications—two driveway widenings, a deck, and an addition—each with a 5‑0 vote. All approvals were recorded as motions moved and seconded by board members.

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Wed Sep 3, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to discuss Moe's Bistro inspection and livestock ordinances

The Board of Health will review a conditional rating received by Moe's Bistro following an April inspection. Members will also discuss zoning restrictions for doggie day care businesses and Ordinance # 333-162 regarding livestock.

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✓ Decided: Board approved minutes and set actions on animal control, chicken ordinance, health info

The Board approved the July 9, 2025 minutes. It took no further action on the July Animal Control Solutions report and noted the August report was not received. The board assigned attorney Paul Rizzo to review the chicken/rooster ordinance and to draft a resolution on commercial trash complaints. It also agreed to add vaping and drinking danger information to the Board of Education website and to add retention‑basin addresses to the Union County mosquito spray list.

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Tue Sep 2, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to hear Toll Brothers multi-family housing proposal

The New Providence Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a 104-unit inclusionary townhome development proposed by Toll Brothers. The board will also review minutes from the previous meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board discussed Toll Brothers development but took no action

The Board heard extensive testimony on the 104‑unit Chanlon Road site, including parking, sidewalk, fire‑truck access, and easement issues. No formal vote or approval, denial, or amendment was recorded. The discussion was limited to reviewing revised plans and addressing community concerns.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board meeting canceled for Aug 19

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, Municipal Center, 360 Elkwood Avenue, has been canceled.

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Mon Aug 18, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to review residential construction and driveway variances

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for several residential property applications. These requests seek permissions to deviate from zoning codes for additions, decks, garages, and driveways.

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✓ Decided: Board approves multiple driveway and garage variance applications

The Board of Adjustment approved four variance requests. William Wright received approval for a detached garage that exceeds height and driveway setback limits. Ian and Aimee Singer were approved to widen their driveway. Ursula Burke and John McGovern were approved to widen their driveway. Jason Lindgren and Yuka Sakai were approved to build a deck with a condition to screen the area beneath it with lattice.

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Tue Aug 12, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to vote on $20.1M bills list and storm recovery contracts

The New Providence Borough Council will meet on August 12, 2025, to conduct routine business including approving a $20.1 million bills payable list, finalizing storm recovery contracts for Deerfield Road, and appointing new police officers. The meeting also includes public hearings on fee ordinance amendments and proclamations for pediatric cancer awareness and childcare anniversaries.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted new fees ordinance and approved July meeting minutes

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2025-07, amending Chapter 147 of the Code to update fees and licenses, with all six members voting aye. The council also unanimously approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting. Other agenda items included presentations on composting, storm‑water management, and various resolutions, but no votes were recorded for those items.

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Tue Aug 5, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to hear 104-unit townhome proposal on Chanlon Road

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan and bulk variance application for a multi-family development. The proposal involves constructing 104 inclusionary townhomes with parking and amenities.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board heard Toll Brothers 104‑unit site plan but took no action

The New Providence Planning Board held a public hearing on Toll Brothers' application to build a 104‑unit townhome and multifamily development at 121 Chanlon Road. Board members reviewed revised site plans that address earlier concerns about affordable‑unit integration and parking, and they discussed the impact of a parking easement on the adjacent Age‑Restricted Overlay Zone (Lot 5). No formal approval, denial, or vote was recorded during the meeting.

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Mon Aug 4, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hear request for detached garage at 22 Brook Hollow Lane

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a detached garage and driveway extension. The board will also review five additional applications for driveway, deck, and home addition variances scheduled for August 18.

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✓ Decided: Board approves detached garage variance with conditions (4‑2 vote)

The Board approved William Wright’s application for a detached two‑car garage that exceeds height and driveway setback limits, granting a variance with two conditions: the second floor will not be used as living space and the existing shed must be removed within 90 days of garage completion. The motion passed with four votes in favor (Mr. Sorochen, Mr. Oh, Mr. Sponauer, Chairman Nadelberg) and two votes opposed (Mr. Grob, Ms. Zeran). The Board also approved the minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting as submitted. A formal resolution of the garage approval will be recorded at the next meeting.

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Tue Jul 22, 2025

Planning Board

Toll Brothers requests to delay hearing for 104-unit townhome project

The Planning Board will meet to address a request from Toll Brothers, Inc. to carry a hearing to August 5th. This delay is intended to allow the Board and public to review revised plans for a proposed development on Chanlon Road.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board carries Toll Brothers hearing to Aug 5, 2025

The Board decided to carry the Toll Brothers site‑plan hearing to August 5, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. The minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting were approved. The meeting was then adjourned.

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Mon Jul 21, 2025

Board of Adjustment

New Providence Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for July 21, 2025

The Board of Adjustment will meet to conduct business, but no public hearings will be held. Two scheduled applications have been carried to future dates in August.

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✓ Decided: Board postpones two applications and approves prior meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment postponed William Wright’s request to construct an 18‑foot detached garage at 22 Brook Hollow Lane to the August 4, 2025 hearing. It also postponed Ian Singer’s request to widen a driveway at 53 Maple Street to the August 18, 2025 hearing. Additionally, the Board approved the minutes from the July 7, 2025 meeting.

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Tue Jul 15, 2025

Borough Council

Council considers $3.8 million contract for new Public Works facility

The Borough Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including a new DPW facility and police department renovations. The meeting includes presentations on borough-wide revaluation and library driveway improvements.

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✓ Decided: Borough Council approved $750,000 park playground grant and multiple contracts

The council adopted a resolution to hold a special session on July 15, 2025. It agreed to the library driveway improvement plan and to plant a new tree on the library lawn. It authorized the purchase of a public‑art sculpture and approved a $750,000 Green Acres grant for the Oakwood Park Playground redevelopment. It also approved a grant application for Union Avenue improvements and contracts for firehouse and municipal‑center roof repairs, plus a $707,900 architectural services contract for the police department renovation.

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Wed Jul 9, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to discuss doggie day care and poultry as pets

The Board of Health will discuss regulations, fees, and licensing for doggie day care and the keeping of roosters and chickens as pets. The board will also review reports from the health director, inspector, and public health nurse.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health approves meeting minutes

The Board approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Dr. Robinson and a second by Claudia. The board reported no further action needed for Animal Control Solutions for May and June 2025, for health inspections in May and June 2025, for the public health nurse reports for May and June, and for the secretary's financial reports for May and June 2025.

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Tue Jul 8, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to consider $521,359.63 for 2025 road paving

The Borough Council is holding a special meeting to conduct council business. The primary item for consideration is a resolution regarding road paving funds.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $521,359.63 road paving contract with Tilcon New York

The Borough Council adopted Resolution 2025-189, approving requisition R2501420 for Tilcon New York Inc. The contract is for up to $521,359.63 to fund 2025 road paving under Morris County Co‑Op #6. The resolution was moved, seconded and carried with unanimous ayes from all members present.

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Mon Jul 7, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to consider setback and coverage variances for residential projects

The Board of Adjustment will review resolutions for two residential applications seeking variances for additions, decks, and garages. The board will also review upcoming hearings for two additional residential projects.

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✓ Decided: Board approves two residential construction applications and June minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved the Edelstein application (#2025-12) to construct an addition and deck at 15 Hillside Terrace, even though the proposed setbacks were below the required minimums. The Board also approved the Goff application (#2025-13) to construct an addition and detached garage at 32 Morehouse Place, which similarly did not meet several zoning setback and coverage requirements. The minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting were approved as submitted. No other actions were taken.

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Tue Jul 1, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to hear 104-unit townhome proposal on Chanlon Road

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan and bulk variance application for a multi-family development. The proposal includes inclusionary townhomes with parking and amenities.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board heard Toll Brothers 104‑unit Chanlon Road application

The New Providence Planning Board conducted a public hearing on Toll Brothers’ application to develop 121 Chanlon Road with 104 units, including 21 affordable units. Board members and staff reviewed site plans, requested variances, and parking provisions. No vote or formal decision was recorded in the minutes.

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Tue Jun 24, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to vote on signage for Yoga Six at 1260-66 Springfield Avenue

The New Providence Planning Board will meet remotely to consider a resolution regarding a site plan waiver and variance for a business sign. The board will also provide notice of an upcoming hearing for a multi-family housing development.

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✓ Decided: Board approved sign waiver for Yoga Six at 1260-66 Springfield Ave

The Planning Board approved an amended site plan waiver and variance to install an illuminated raceway channel letter sign on the façade of Rai Leh Inc. d/b/a Yoga Six at 1260-66 Springfield Avenue. The motion was moved by Mr. Hoefling, seconded by Mr. Keane, and passed with six members voting in favor. The board also approved the minutes of the June 3, 2025 meeting.

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Tue Jun 17, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to hold hearing on $15.8 million capital improvements bond

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on a bond ordinance for capital improvements and vote on several municipal contracts. The meeting also includes the adoption of an affordable housing spending plan and the endorsement of the Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted $15.9 million bond ordinance for capital improvements

The council adopted Ordinance 2025‑06, authorizing $15,065,500 in bonds to fund $15,873,500 of capital projects, with all five members voting aye. They unanimously appointed Katharyn Banks to the Library Board of Trustees. The council approved several resolutions including endorsement of the Fourth Round Housing Element, adoption of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund spending plan, award of an $183,718 elevator contract, and approval of a –$54,281.48 change order and a $702.97 final payment for the Maple Street improvements. Additional finance resolutions authorized $988,164.30 in bill payments and a $515,035 contract for a borough‑wide property revaluation.

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Mon Jun 16, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to review four residential addition and garage requests

The Board of Adjustment will consider resolutions for two property applications and hold public hearings for two others. All items involve requests for variances regarding setbacks, building height, and lot coverage for residential additions and garages.

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✓ Decided: Board approves three variance requests, two with conditions

The Board of Adjustment approved the Wang and Tullo variance applications despite setbacks and height violations, with six members voting in favor on each. It also approved the Edelstein application, adding a condition that deck lighting be downward‑directed and no floodlights, with seven members voting in favor. No other applications received a decision at this meeting.

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Wed Jun 11, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health holds special meeting regarding two local restaurants

The Board of Health is convening a special meeting to discuss Jose’s Mexican Cantina and Szechuan Delight. No other specific actions or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: No formal decisions were made at the New Providence Board of Health meeting

Board members discussed inspection issues at Jose’s Mexican Cantina and Szechuan Delight. Both owners agreed to improve cleaning practices, and a free food‑service training class was proposed by a diner owner. No votes or official actions were recorded.

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Tue Jun 3, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to review Housing Element and Fair Share Plan

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding the borough's housing plan and a specific business sign application. The board is reviewing the Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan of the Master Plan.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves Yoga Six storefront sign with size and lighting conditions

The Board approved the amended site plan waiver and variance for Yoga Six at 1260-66 Springfield Avenue. Approval was contingent on the sign being 25 SF or less, mounted on a white backer board, projecting less than 10 in from the façade, and retaining gooseneck lights. The motion was moved by Mayor Morgan, seconded by Mr. Hoefling, and passed with votes from Mr. Cumiskey, Mr. Hoefling, Mr. Keane, Mayor Morgan, Mr. Sartorius, Ms. Torsiello, and Chairman Lesnewich.

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Mon Jun 2, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to review residential addition and garage requests

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for two residential property owners seeking permissions to construct additions. The board will also review a resolution for a previously requested addition at 30 Wilber Street.

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✓ Decided: Board approved two variance applications and adopted prior minutes

The Board approved Joseph Anthony Mellusi's addition variance (3‑0 vote) and Lisa Serillo's garage‑addition variance with a condition that the second floor not be used for residential purposes (6‑0 vote). The minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting were also approved as submitted. No other applications were decided at this meeting.

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Tue May 27, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to vote on $15.9M capital improvements bond and police tech upgrades

The Borough Council will decide on a $15.87 million bond ordinance for capital improvements, including $15.07 million in bonds, and approve multiple contracts for police and fire department equipment and services. The meeting also includes routine approvals like progress payments for the Community Pool Bridge Replacement and WiFi updates at the Municipal Center.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $16.48M bond combination for capital projects

The council approved several items, including a $3,964 contract for Wi‑Fi upgrades at the Municipal Center and an $82,652.10 progress payment for the community pool bridge replacement. It also approved combining existing general‑improvement bonds into a single $16,481,000 issue and set the bond sale for July 9, 2025. Additional approvals covered a three‑year LexisNexis legal‑research subscription, Colliers Engineering services for the Maple Street NJDOT project, and various retail licenses.

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Tue May 20, 2025

Planning Board

New Providence Planning Board meeting canceled for May 20

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for May 20, 2025, has been canceled. A public hearing for a residential development application will be rescheduled.

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Mon May 19, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hear two variance applications for front and rear yard setbacks

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and decide on two variance applications (2025-08 and 2025-09) for properties in the R-2 zone. Applications seek relief from front-yard, rear-yard, and side-yard setback requirements. The board will also review two future hearing applications (2025-10 and 2025-11) scheduled for June 2, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Board approved front‑porch variance for 67 Oxbow Drive

The Board voted 4‑0 to approve a front‑porch setback variance for 67 Oxbow Drive. It also voted 5‑0 to approve a rear‑yard addition for 30 Wilbur Street, with a resolution to be recorded at the next meeting. The minutes from May 5, 2025 were approved.

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Tue May 13, 2025

Borough Council

Council to hold closed session on affordable housing obligations

The Borough Council will hold an executive session to discuss the 4th round affordable housing obligations and compliance. The meeting also includes a presentation on Unity Day from NPHS students, and the council will consider several resolutions on a consent agenda covering contracts, personnel actions, and policy adoptions.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $7.53 M payment of bills and authorized multiple contracts

The Borough Council approved a payment of $7,529,212.65 for outstanding bills. It also approved contracts for water purification systems, a Complete Streets policy, Independence Day fireworks, engineering services for Southgate Road, a lease for the community pool, a police patrol car computer, and a police accreditation service. All listed resolutions were adopted without recorded dissent.

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Wed May 7, 2025

Board of Health

Board discusses federal funding cuts, new pizzeria, and permit delays

The New Providence Board of Health meets to discuss old and new business, including updates on Café Luna events after a conversation with Chief Henn, the status of a new foot massage business permit, and progress on a new pizzeria in the former Coppola's building. Reports from the Health Director highlight federal funding cuts. The board also reviews animal control reports and minutes from March.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health approves March minutes and takes no further action on reports

The board approved the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting after a motion by Dr. Nelson and a second by Claudia. It also decided that no further action was needed on the March and April Animal Control Solutions reports, the March and April health inspector reports, the public health nurse report for March and April, and the January and February financial reports. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Tue May 6, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss 104-unit townhome development on Chanlon Road

The New Providence Planning Board will hold a refresher seminar and discuss upcoming hearings. The main item is a site plan and bulk variance application by Toll Brothers for a 104-unit inclusionary townhome development on Chanlon Road. A public hearing for this application is scheduled for May 20, 2025. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February 18, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved February minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Board approved the minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting after a motion by Mr. Hoefling and a second by Mr. Keane. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion by Mayor Morgan, seconded by Mr. Sartorius, at 9:09 p.m. No other actions or decisions were taken.

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Mon May 5, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider variance for 50 Salem Road addition set too close to garage

The Board of Adjustment has one resolution on the agenda: a variance request for a proposed addition at 50 Salem Road that would be 3.5 feet from the accessory garage, where 12 feet is required. One public hearing (Philip DiParisi at 177 Central Avenue) has been withdrawn. Another public hearing is scheduled for a front-porch addition at 67 Oxbow Drive with a setback variance. The board will also preview a future hearing for an addition at 30 Wilber Street with multiple setback variances.

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✓ Decided: Board approves two home improvement variances and adopts April minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved the Fitzsimmons addition application (Application #2025-07) with seven members voting in favor and no opposition. The Board also approved the Perniola front‑porch variance (Application #2025-08) with the same vote tally. The minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting were approved as submitted. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Tue Apr 29, 2025

Borough Council

New Providence Council to adopt 2025 budget, hear ordinance to exceed tax levy cap

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and vote on the 2025 municipal operating budget and a companion ordinance to exceed state budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank. They will also hold a public hearing on the Special Improvement District budget. Other business includes approving a change order for the Community Pool Bridge replacement project and awarding a contract for odor control chemicals.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2025 municipal budget and related financial measures

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2025-05 to exceed budget appropriation limits and create a cap bank. It approved several resolutions, including the 2025 Municipal Operating Budget, a self‑examination of the budget, and a policy for a bench dedication program. Additional financial actions included a change order for the community pool bridge and the insertion of a $50,000 road‑paving grant into the budget.

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Mon Apr 21, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board to vote on two variance applications for residential additions and hold a public hearing for a third

The Board of Adjustment will vote on two variance applications (Richardson and Ahmad) for construction additions requiring setback relief, and hold a public hearing for a third application (Fitzsimmons) for a side-yard variance. Additionally, the board will review applications scheduled for May 5, including one that has been withdrawn.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Fitzsimmons addition with conditions

The Board approved the Douglas and Monica Richardson application to construct an addition at 16 Kline Place. It also approved the Amir Ahmad application to construct an addition at 31 Osborne Avenue. The Board then approved Shayna Danielle Fitzsimmons’ rear‑yard addition at 50 Salem Road, imposing eight conditions, with a unanimous vote. The Philip DiParisi garage application was withdrawn.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

Planning Board

April 15 Planning Board meeting canceled

The April 15, 2025 Planning Board meeting has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

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Wed Apr 9, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission discusses Master Plan and property listings

The commission is discussing the inclusion of historic preservation in the Borough’s Master Plan and a future presentation to the Mayor and Council. Members will also review the status of properties on the NP Historic Properties List and an update for 160 Oakwood Drive.

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Tue Apr 8, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to vote on $4 million in bill payments and waste contracts

The Borough Council is meeting to approve several municipal contracts and payments for infrastructure and sanitation. Key items include funding for sports court repairs, roofing, and waste disposal services.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $4.06 M in bill payments and multiple contracts

The Borough Council unanimously approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It authorized payments totaling $4,056,161.57 for various municipal bills and approved several contracts, including waste disposal, roof repairs, and the final payment for the new pickleball courts. Emergency temporary appropriations for gasoline and natural gas were also authorized.

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Mon Apr 7, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hear four variance applications for additions

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance applications (Richardson, Ahmad, Fitzsimmons) and consider a resolution for a fourth (Galak). All seek variances from setback and curb cut requirements for residential additions in the R-2 Zone. The meeting also includes review of the next meeting's agenda and approval of prior minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board approved three residential addition requests, one with conditions

The Board of Adjustment approved the Galak application for an addition despite setback deficiencies. It also approved the Richardson application for an addition after the applicant reduced the curb cut. The Ahmad application was approved with conditions to shorten the Osborne Avenue driveway and add a 3.5‑foot portico. All three approvals were unanimous.

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Tue Mar 25, 2025

Borough Council

Council to introduce 2025 municipal budget, consider cap bank ordinance

The Borough Council will introduce the 2025 municipal operating budget and consider an ordinance to exceed state budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank. The council will also vote on resolutions authorizing the sale of service weapons to two retiring police sergeants, appointing a new police sergeant, and awarding a contract for grass cutting services. Additionally, the council will approve payment of bills totaling $397,315.70 and act on various licenses and agreements for community events and reusable bag distribution.

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✓ Decided: Council approved police weapon sales and appointed a new sergeant

The Borough Council moved and carried three police resolutions authorizing the sale of service weapons to retiring Sergeants Jason Labaska and Steven Opalewski and appointing David Rodriguez as a police sergeant. The council also unanimously approved the minutes from the March 11 and March 18 meetings. The council introduced the 2025 municipal budget, discussed its components, and set a public hearing for April 29, 2025.

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Tue Mar 18, 2025

Planning Board

New Providence Planning Board meeting canceled

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for March 18, 2025, has been canceled.

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Tue Mar 18, 2025

Borough Council

Council to hear presentation on DPW renovation

The Borough Council will hold a conference meeting with a presentation from the Director of Planning & Development on the Department of Public Works Renovation. No formal action items or public hearings are scheduled beyond the presentation and public comment period.

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✓ Decided: Council hears DPW renovation plan; no formal action taken

The Borough Council held a conference meeting with a presentation on the proposed renovation of the Department of Public Works facilities, estimated at $4.5 million. No formal action was taken; the project was only discussed, with financing over 20 years mentioned. Public comment was opened and closed with no speakers.

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Mon Mar 17, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to review residential addition and garage requests

The Board of Adjustment will consider variance requests for a home addition at 31 West Third Street and a detached garage at 177 Central Avenue. The board will also review upcoming hearings for additions at 16 Kline Place and 31 Osborne Avenue.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment tables Galak addition; new variance needed

The Board of Adjustment did not memorialize the Galak application for a rear-yard addition at 31 West Third Street because the Board attorney determined an additional variance for impervious coverage may be required, which was not testified to or listed in the zoning denial. The applicants plan to return with amended plans for the additional variance, and the Board agreed they only need to submit documentation for that variance, not resubmit the initial application. The DiParisi application for a detached garage at 177 Central Avenue was not heard because the survey did not reflect actual conditions; the hearing was carried to May 3, 2025. The Board also reviewed upcoming applications, received a zoning refresher course, and approved the March 3, 2025 minutes.

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Wed Mar 12, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Commission to review annual report and discuss historic property listings

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a draft of its annual report to the Borough Council, receive a report from a member who attended a preservation conference, and discuss the Board/Commission/Committee Members' Handbook. They will also continue discussions on the status of listed historic properties, potential additional listings, a letter to a property owner, strategies on economic benefits of preservation, and a presentation to the Mayor and Council.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves annual report to Borough Council

The Historic Preservation Commission voted to submit its draft Annual Report to the Mayor and Council as written, after incorporating members' comments. The meeting also included updates on a property at 160 Oakwood Drive, where one new building has been framed, and discussions on historic property listings, a letter to property owners, and a presentation to the Council.

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Tue Mar 11, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to hear affordable housing presentation and approve $2.9M in bills

The Borough Council will receive a presentation on affordable housing from the Borough Planner. The body is also deciding on several appointments and authorizations for police staffing and services.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.95M bills, appoints substitute judge

The Borough Council approved a $2,951,442.57 bills payable list, appointed Mark J. Cassidy as temporary substitute municipal judge, and approved several other routine items. The council also authorized seeking RFPs for police accreditation services and hiring a full-time police officer. An affordable housing presentation was given, but no formal action was taken on it.

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Wed Mar 5, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to hold second reading of foot massage business ordinance

The Board of Health will conduct a second reading of a new ordinance regarding foot massage businesses. The meeting also includes reports from the health inspector and secretary.

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✓ Decided: Board approves foot massage business ordinance 2025-01

The Board of Health unanimously approved Ordinance 2025-01, which regulates foot massage businesses, after a second reading. The ordinance will be published and adopted. The board also heard from the owner of Szechuan Delight about cleaning schedule adjustments to meet compliance, and reviewed routine reports with no further action needed.

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Tue Mar 4, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board meeting scheduled for March 4, 2025 has been canceled

The New Providence Planning Board meeting originally scheduled for March 4, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. has been canceled. No business will be conducted at this time.

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Mon Mar 3, 2025

Board of Adjustment

New Providence Board of Adjustment to hear three variance applications for additions and garage

The board will consider three variance applications for construction that does not meet required setbacks. They will hold public hearings on applications for additions at 155 Sagamore Drive and 31 West Third Street, and vote on a resolution for an addition at 59 Radcliff Drive. They also preview an application for a detached garage at 177 Central Avenue for a future meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Galak addition with variances at 31 West Third St.

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved the Galak application for a rear addition at 31 West Third Street, granting the requested rear- and side-yard setback variances plus an additional variance for the air conditioning condenser location. The hearing for a detached garage at 177 Central Avenue was postponed because the survey was outdated. The board also agreed to meet remotely on March 17 to memorialize the resolution and set a new hearing date.

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Tue Feb 25, 2025

Borough Council

Council to hold public hearing on 30-year affordable housing lease extension

The Borough Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one extending a 30-year lease for affordable housing on Lot 14.02, Block 50, and another canceling $808,773 in authorized but unissued obligations. The council will also vote on a resolution appointing Nicholas Guerriero to Police Sergeant, and approve several payments including a final $23,377.25 for the Decorso Center re-roofing and $3,813,509.75 in bills payable.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 30-year lease extension for affordable housing site

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2025-03, extending the lease for public property (Lot 14.02 in Block 50) by New Providence Affordable Housing and Urban Renewal Associates, L.P. for 30 years. The council also adopted Ordinance 2025-04, cancelling $808,773 in unissued obligations, and approved a consent agenda including payments, transfers, and a police promotion. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

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Mon Feb 24, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hear two home addition applications

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for two property owners seeking permission to build additions that deviate from setback requirements. The board will also review a scheduled hearing for a third addition application set for March 3.

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✓ Decided: Board grants variances for two home additions in New Providence

The Board of Adjustment approved two applications for home additions requiring variances. The first, for 155 Sagamore Drive, was approved unanimously with variances for rear- and side-yard setbacks. The second, for 59 Radcliff Drive, was also approved unanimously, with the condition that the shed be relocated to a conforming location. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to vote on minor subdivision at 41 Old Brook Lane

The New Providence Planning Board will consider a resolution for a minor subdivision at 41 Old Brook Lane (Block 310, Lots 6, 11, 12) to split the property into two lots in the R-1 zone. The board will also review the 2024 Planning Board year in review and the 2024 Board of Adjustment annual report.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves minor subdivision at 41 Old Brook Lane

The Planning Board memorialized a resolution granting minor subdivision approval for Conti Realty, LLC's application #2024-05, which will divide the property at 41 Old Brook Lane into two lots. The board also reviewed and accepted the 2024 Year in Review and the Board of Adjustment's 2024 Annual Report, and approved the February 4, 2025 minutes with an amendment.

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Wed Feb 12, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission discusses 160 Oakwood Drive and preservation strategies

The Historic Preservation Commission will welcome a new member and discuss a Preservation NJ article on the current state of historic preservation commissions. They will address 160 Oakwood Drive as new business and continue old business including updates on listed properties, potential new listings, a letter to a property owner, and strategies for incorporating preservation into the borough's Master Plan. The commission will also plan a presentation to the Mayor and Council.

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✓ Decided: Commission discusses historic preservation master plan reinstatement

The Historic Preservation Commission met and discussed several items, including a minor subdivision application affecting a historic property at 160 Oakwood Drive, which was reported to have no impact. The Commission also discussed reinstating a historic preservation element in the Borough's Master Plan and agreed to advance a presentation to the Mayor and Council. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025

Borough Council

Council to hold public hearings on peddling and traffic ordinances, consider affordable housing lease extension

The Borough Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one amending rules for peddling and soliciting, and another updating vehicle and traffic regulations. The council will also introduce an ordinance to extend by 30 years a lease of public property for affordable housing at Barabash Manor, and consider cancelling $808,773 in unissued obligations. Several resolutions are up for approval, including a $16,855.20 police copy machine contract and a $9,504,169.86 bills payable list. Appointments to the Municipal Alliance are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts peddling and traffic ordinances, approves $9.5M in bills

The Borough Council adopted two ordinances amending the peddling/soliciting and vehicles/traffic codes, and approved a consent agenda including resolutions for a police copier lease, business community event sponsorships, a health services agreement with Westfield, a salary resolution, a performance bond return, payment of bills totaling $9,504,169.86, an emergency temporary appropriation, a personnel advancement, a grant application, and authorizations to bid on an elevator replacement and hire summer help. The council also introduced ordinances to extend a lease for affordable housing and cancel $808,773 in unissued obligations.

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Tue Feb 4, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to hear minor subdivision at 41 Old Brook Lane

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Conti Realty's application to subdivide 41 Old Brook Lane into two single-family lots. Other items include approval of previous meeting minutes and routine administrative business.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves minor subdivision at 41 Old Brook Lane

The Planning Board approved a minor subdivision application by Conti Realty, LLC to merge three lots at 41 Old Brook Lane and subdivide them into two lots. The vote was unanimous (7-0). The subdivision will formalize the existing use of the rear portions of Lots 11 and 12 by Lot 6, and the applicant intends to sell the proposed Lot 11 to the current tenant. The board also discussed upcoming applications and other planning matters, but no other formal decisions were made.

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Mon Feb 3, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board to rule on appeal of HVAC condition at 32 Old Oak Drive

The New Providence Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider an appeal from Jianqi Wang and Yajie Zhang seeking relief from Condition #4 of a prior resolution due to an as-built HVAC location that does not comply. The meeting will also review two public hearings scheduled for February 24, 2025: applications for additions at 155 Sagamore Drive and 59 Radcliff Drive, both requiring setback variances. Additionally, the board will review its 2024 annual report and approve minutes from January 27, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Board grants HVAC relief, approves annual report, reviews two variance applications

The Board of Adjustment granted relief from Condition #4 of Resolution #2023-18 for Jianqi Wang and Yajie Zhang at 32 Old Oak Drive, allowing the as-built HVAC location to stand; the vote was 5-0 with Chairman Nadelberg abstaining. The Board also approved the 2024 Annual Report (7-0, with Mr. Ammitzboll abstaining) and reviewed two upcoming variance applications for additions at 155 Sagamore Drive and 59 Radcliff Drive, which are scheduled for a February 24, 2025 public hearing. No public hearings were held at this meeting.

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Tue Jan 28, 2025

Borough Council

Council to commit to state affordable housing numbers

The Borough Council will vote on a resolution committing to the DCA's Fourth Round Affordable Housing Present Need and Prospective Need numbers as modified. They will also consider appointing Lindsey Knopf as a probationary police officer, authorizing $3,564,728.30 in bill payments, and introducing ordinances amending peddling/soliciting and traffic codes. Other items include approving limousine licenses, bids for rapid flashing beacons, solid waste, and landscaping services.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $3.56M in bills, hires police officer, commits to housing numbers

The Borough Council approved a consent agenda including the appointment of Lindsey Knopf as a probationary police officer, payment of $3,564,728.30 in bills, and a resolution committing to DCA's fourth round affordable housing numbers (amended from 210 to 198 units). Two ordinances were introduced: one to prohibit food trucks from obtaining peddler permits on borough streets, and another to amend traffic regulations on Willow Street. The council also authorized bidding for rapid flashing beacons, solid waste/yard waste services, and landscaping services.

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Mon Jan 27, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board to hear appeal on HVAC condition and nursing home extension request

The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two items: an appeal by Jianqi Wang and Yajie Zhang regarding a condition from a prior resolution, and a request for an extension of time from Spring Grove Property LLC for a nursing home addition. The board will also review minutes from the January 13 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board allows HVAC unit to stay in as-built side location

The Board of Adjustment approved a request to leave HVAC equipment in its as-built side-yard location at 32 Old Oak Drive, waiving a condition from a 2023 resolution that required rear placement. The board also granted a second extension of time for Spring Grove Property LLC's approvals for a nursing home addition at 144 Gales Drive. No public hearings are scheduled for February 3, 2025.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025

Planning Board

New Providence Planning Board meeting canceled

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025, has been canceled. No business will be conducted.

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Wed Jan 15, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to hold first reading of ordinance for new Food Massage Business

The Board of Health will organize for 2025 with mayoral appointments, election of officers, and adoption of resolutions for secretary, meeting dates, and registrar. They will also hold a public hearing, review reports, and conduct a first reading of a new ordinance for a Food Massage Business expected to open late March or early April 2025.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health elects officers, approves new foot massage ordinance

The Board of Health elected Pat Silvagni as President and Dr. Lake as Vice President, and approved resolutions appointing Diane Wolfe as Secretary and Denise Brinkofski as registrar. The board unanimously consented to Ordinance 2025-01, which accommodates a new foot massage establishment in town. Several reports were received with no further action needed.

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Tue Jan 14, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board holds organizational meeting, sets 2025 schedule, announces subdivision hearing

The Planning Board will hold an organizational meeting to appoint members and officers for 2025, adopt resolutions for regular meeting dates, legal counsel, and by-laws, and select a board member for the Downtown Improvement District. The board also announces a public hearing on February 4, 2025, for a minor subdivision application by Conti Realty at 41 Old Brook Lane.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board reorganizes, elects Lesnewich chair and Keane vice chair

The New Providence Planning Board held its reorganization meeting, electing Robert Lesnewich as Chairperson and John Keane as Vice Chairperson. The board also reappointed Amanda Wolfe as Board Attorney and Margaret Koontz as Secretary, and approved the 2025 meeting calendar and bylaws. No substantive land-use decisions were made.

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Mon Jan 13, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to vote on fitness center and home addition variances

The Board of Adjustment will hold elections for leadership positions and vote on the 2025 calendar and by-laws. The body will also consider variance requests for a commercial fitness center and a residential addition.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment denies Club Pilates variance, approves addition variance

The Board of Adjustment held its annual organizational meeting, electing officers and approving resolutions. It denied a D-variance for a Club Pilates fitness center at 1682 Springfield Avenue, with only Mr. Oh voting in favor of denial. The board approved a variance for an addition at 16 Second Street, allowing reduced side-yard and front-yard setbacks.

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Wed Jan 8, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Commission to organize and discuss preservation strategies and master plan

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold its annual organization, nominating a chair, vice chair, and recording secretary. New business includes planning the 2024 end-of-year report to the council and discussing how to incorporate historic preservation into the borough’s Master Plan. Old business covers the status of currently listed historic properties and continued discussion of potential additions.

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✓ Decided: Historic Preservation Commission elects officers, plans report to council

The commission elected Jeff Grob as Chairperson, John Sponauer as Vice Chairperson, and Molly Springer as Recording Secretary. They discussed updating the historic properties database, considering historic districts, and preparing a year-end report to the council. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

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Tue Jan 7, 2025

Borough Council

Council sets 2025 delinquent tax interest rates at 8% and 18%

This is the annual organization meeting where the Borough Council will swear in officials, hear the Mayor's annual message, appoint dozens of professional and advisory positions for 2025, and adopt routine resolutions including setting interest rates on delinquent taxes, approving a temporary budget, and establishing the meeting schedule for the year.

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✓ Decided: New Providence Council reorganizes, appoints officers for 2025

The Borough Council held its annual reorganization meeting, administering oaths to newly elected members and approving a slate of administrative appointments, resolutions, and committee assignments for 2025. All 54 consent agenda resolutions were passed unanimously, covering appointments, financial policies, and operational procedures. The council also elected Lisa McKnight as Council President and appointed Matthew Cumiskey to the Planning Board.

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Tue Jan 7, 2025

Borough Council

Borough Council to vote on $643,074 in bill payments

The New Providence Borough Council will meet to approve several resolutions and payments. Key actions include funding for municipal roof repairs and the authorization of a general bills payable list.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $643K bills, roof payment, grants, raffles

The Borough Council approved a consent agenda including a $643,074.65 bills payable list, a $258,970 partial payment for the Municipal Center and Memorial Library roof project, resolutions supporting MLK Day of Service and a Sustainable Jersey grant application, and four raffle applications. The meeting was adjourned sine die, marking the end of the council term.

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