North Caldwell, NJ

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The North Caldwell Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to hear applications, including a rear-yard setback variance and a survey waiver request for a property on Hilltop Drive, and an application for 16 Amelia Street. The board will also memorialize a prior decision for 10 Norwood Terrace and approve minutes from the July 15, 2026 meeting. No new testimony will be heard after 10:00 P.M.

• Vargas – 16 Amelia Street (Block 503, Lot 9)
• Karadag – 1 Hilltop Drive (Block 106, Lot 21) – Survey Waiver Request
• Karadag – 1 Hilltop Drive (Block 106, Lot 21) – Rear-Yard Setback Variance
• Palazzone – 10 Norwood Terrace (Block 301, Lot 2) – Memorialization

Planning Board

The North Caldwell Planning Board is holding its regular meeting, which includes discussion items, a resolution for Toll NJ 1 LLC, and public comment. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific rezonings or contracts listed.

• Resolution & memorialization for Toll NJ 1 LLC

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will hold a conference and regular meeting, discussing and voting on several items. Key actions include a $2.8 million bond ordinance for various capital improvements, a water main replacement project on Canterbury and Shenandoah Drives, and a lease renewal with Verizon. The agenda also includes public hearings on fee changes and a traffic ordinance, plus routine reports and consent agenda items.

• Bond Ordinance BO-1-2026: $2,808,773 appropriation, $2,668,334 bond issuance for capital improvements
• Water main replacement project on Canterbury Drive and Shenandoah Drive (bid and construction services)
• Verizon lease renewal at 257 Smull Avenue
• Ordinances on construction, grading, and zoning permit fees
• Ordinance to repeal portion of Elm Road traffic regulations

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will consider a series of ordinances, resolutions, and contract awards. Key items include a bond ordinance authorizing $2,808,773 in appropriations and $2,668,334 in bonds, and a professional services contract for the Canterbury Drive and Shenandoah Drive water main replacement. The meeting also includes second‑reading public hearings on several fee‑related ordinances and approvals of minutes and reports.

• Bond Ordinance BO-1-2026 authorizes $2,808,773 appropriations and $2,668,334 bonds for borough improvements
• Resolution R-127-2026 awards Suburban Consulting Engineers, Inc. a contract for bid and construction services on the Canterbury Drive and Shenandoah Drive water main replacement project
• Ordinance O-12-2026 amends and supplements uniform construction code fees
• Ordinance O-14-2026 amends and supplements zoning permit fees
• Resolution R-125-2026 approves submission of a grant application to NJDOT for Gould Avenue Road Improvements under the Local Transportation Projects Fund

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council approved three ordinances on second reading: O-9-2026 (government speech), O-10-2026 (vehicles and traffic), and O-11-2026 (officer compensation), all unanimously. They also introduced six ordinances and a $2.8M bond ordinance for capital improvements, all set for public hearing on August 11. A resolution to award a water main project contract was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved Ordinance O-9-2026 amending Borough code on government speech (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-10-2026 amending Chapter 99 Vehicles and Traffic (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-11-2026 amending annual compensation of officers and employees (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance O-12-2026 on Uniform Construction Code fees (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance O-13-2026 on grading fees (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance O-14-2026 on zoning permit fees (6-0)
• Introduced Bond Ordinance BO-1-2026 appropriating $2,808,773 for capital improvements (6-0)
• Tabled Resolution R-127-2026 for water main project contract to next meeting

Planning Board

The North Caldwell Planning Board will meet on July 20, 2026 to conduct its regular business, including approval of minutes and consideration of resolutions. The board will hear public comments and then hold a preliminary hearing on an application submitted by Toll NJ 1 LLC. No other specific projects or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Consideration of resolutions and memorializations
• Preliminary hearing on Toll NJ 1 LLC application
• Public comment period for citizens

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The North Caldwell Zoning Board of Adjustment will review an application for Palazzone at 10 Norwood Terrace (Block 301, Lot 2). It will also consider a memorialization for Vricella/Beresky/Builders Edge Holdings, LLC at 19 Squire Hill Road (Block 1905, Lot 11). The board will approve the minutes from the June 17, 2026 meeting. No new testimony will be accepted after 10:00 PM.

• Application – Palazzone, 10 Norwood Terrace (Block 301, Lot 2)
• Memorialization – Vricella/Beresky/Builders Edge Holdings, LLC, 19 Squire Hill Road (Block 1905, Lot 11)
• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2026
• Open public meeting statement
• Pledge of allegiance

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will hold a special meeting on June 30, 2026. The sole substantive item for discussion is the Capital Budget. The Council will also consider a resolution to enter closed session for unspecified matters.

• Discussion of Capital Budget
• Resolution R-121-2026 authorizing closed session
• Public comment periods for agenda items and any subject

The Mayor and Council held a special budget meeting to discuss capital improvements. They expressed agreement to fund all capital requests discussed, totaling approximately $5.17 million, which includes a vehicle-mounted digital repeater for the Fire Department, air packs, a sky boom ladder truck, a pickup truck with plow, a tire balancing machine, and improvements to Liberty Park and Walker Park. No formal vote was taken; the agreement was expressed during discussion. The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m.

• Agreed to fund all capital requests discussed, totaling approximately $5.17 million
• Discussed funding a vehicle-mounted digital repeater for the Fire Department
• Discussed funding air packs and a sky boom ladder truck for the Fire Department
• Discussed funding a pickup truck with plow and a tire balancing machine for Public Works
• Discussed Liberty Park restroom improvements and Walker Park house improvements
• Directed CFO Mondelli to prepare an estimated cost per household for all capital improvements discussed

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance O-1-2026 to add Chapter 109 'Blasting' to the borough code. Three new ordinances are introduced: O-9-2026 on government speech, O-10-2026 on vehicles and traffic, and O-11-2026 amending employee compensation. The council also considers resolutions including renewal of a liquor license for The Wine Rack, hiring seasonal pool and camp employees, and authorizing payment for a Pierce Fire Engine. A discussion on Concert in the Park is scheduled.

• Public hearing on Ordinance O-1-2026 adding Chapter 109 'Blasting' to borough code
• Introduction of Ordinance O-9-2026 on government speech, O-10-2026 on vehicles and traffic, O-11-2026 on employee compensation
• Resolution R-119-2026 authorizing payment for purchase of a Pierce Fire Engine
• Resolution R-115-2026 renewing plenary retail distribution liquor license for BPO27, LLC dba The Wine Rack
• Resolutions R-117-2026 and R-118-2026 hiring additional part-time seasonal employees for pool and summer camp

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council unanimously approved Ordinance O-1-2026, adding Chapter 109 'Blasting' to the Borough Code, which requires notice to property owners within 500 feet of blasting areas. The council also introduced three ordinances for first reading: O-9-2026 on government speech, O-10-2026 on traffic restrictions near Grandview School, and O-11-2026 on officer and employee compensation. All introductions were unanimous with four affirmative votes, with second readings scheduled for July 21, 2026.

• Approved Ordinance O-1-2026 adding Chapter 109 'Blasting' to Borough Code (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance O-9-2026 on government speech expression (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance O-10-2026 amending Chapter 99 'Vehicles and Traffic' for Grandview School drop-off/pick-up (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance O-11-2026 amending annual compensation of officers and employees (4-0)
• Approved Resolution R-114-2026 for payment of bills (4-0)
• Approved Resolution R-115-2026 renewing liquor license for The Wine Rack (4-0)
• Approved Resolution R-119-2026 authorizing payment for Pierce Fire Engine purchase (4-0)
• Approved minutes from May 12 and May 26, 2026 meetings (4-0)

Planning Board

The North Caldwell Planning Board will continue a public hearing for Toll NJ I, LLC's application for preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision on Lot 1, Block 1600 (100 Greenbrook Road). The applicant completed its direct presentation at the May 18 hearing; this meeting will allow objectors and interested parties to present testimony and evidence. The applicant has submitted a witness list of potential rebuttal witnesses including engineers, planners, and architects.

• Application by Toll NJ I, LLC for preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision
• Property at 100 Greenbrook Road (Block 1600, Lot 1)
• Continuation of hearing from May 18, 2026, with objector testimony permitted
• Applicant submitted witness list for potential rebuttal witnesses including engineers, planners, and architects
• Public can attend in person at Borough Hall or via teleconference

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The North Caldwell Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application by Vricella/Beresky/Builders Edge Holdings, LLC for property at 19 Squire Hill Road (Block 1905, Lot 11). The board will also consider approving minutes from its April 22, 2026 meeting. The meeting includes both in-person and virtual attendance options, with no new testimony taken after 10:00 PM.

• Public hearing on application for 19 Squire Hill Road (Block 1905, Lot 11) by Vricella/Beresky/Builders Edge Holdings, LLC

Mayor & Council

This conference meeting includes discussions on proposed amendments to construction, zoning, and engineering fee ordinances, a parking ordinance amendment, a salary ordinance amendment, and an invoice for a Pierce fire truck. Action items include a resolution authorizing payment of bills and resolutions renewing two liquor licenses. A proclamation will be presented to Sergeant Travis Ruffo.

• Discussion of amendments to construction, zoning, and engineering fee ordinances
• Parking ordinance amendment
• Salary ordinance amendment
• Pierce Fire Truck Invoice
• Renewal of liquor licenses for Green Brook Liquor License, LLC and North Dwell, LLC

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council approved the payment of bills (R-110-2026) with one abstention, and unanimously approved two liquor license renewals (R-111-2026, R-112-2026). They discussed but did not vote on proposed fee increases for construction, zoning, and engineering, rescinding outdated parking ordinances, salary range amendments, and authorizing a payment for the Pierce fire truck. No public comments were made during the agenda-item session.

• Approved Resolution R-110-2026 authorizing payment of bills (6-0, Tilton abstained on Boswell Engineering bills)
• Approved Resolution R-111-2026 renewing liquor license for Green Brook Liquor License, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-112-2026 renewing liquor license for North Dwell, LLC (unanimous)
• Discussed drafting ordinances to increase construction, zoning, and engineering fees
• Discussed rescinding parking ordinances for Elm Road and Gould Avenue
• Discussed amending salary ranges for non-union staff
• Discussed authorizing payment for Pierce fire truck, reducing total cost by $17,000

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application by Vricella/Beresky/Builders Edge Holdings, LLC for property at 19 Squire Hill Road (Block 1905, Lot 11). The board will also consider approval of minutes from April 22, 2026. No new testimony will be heard after 10:00 P.M.

• Public hearing on application by Vricella/Beresky/Builders Edge Holdings, LLC for 19 Squire Hill Road (Block 1905, Lot 11)

Mayor & Council

The Council will hold public hearings on the 2026 municipal budget and an amendment, then vote on adoption. Second readings and public hearings are scheduled for a blasting ordinance and an historic preservation committee amendment. A new ordinance on government speech will be introduced. The consent agenda includes requesting a reduced speed limit on Mountain Avenue and hiring seasonal staff.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2026 municipal budget (Resolutions R-101 to R-103)
• Second reading of Ordinance O-1-2026 adding Chapter 109 'Blasting' to borough code
• Second reading of Ordinance O-8-2026 amending Historic Preservation Committee rules
• Introduction of Ordinance O-9-2026 on government speech
• Consent agenda: request to reduce speed limit on Mountain Avenue and seasonal hiring for summer camp and pool

The Council approved the 2026 municipal budget and a $30,500 sewer budget amendment. They also amended ordinances regarding the Historic Preservation Committee and blasting, and approved hiring seasonal staff for the pool and summer camp.

• Approved 2026 Municipal Budget (6-0)
• Approved $30,500 sewer budget amendment (6-0)
• Amended Historic Preservation Committee ordinance (6-0)
• Amended and set date for Blasting ordinance (6-0)
• Approved 3rd quarter tax bills (6-0)
• Approved hiring seasonal pool staff (6-0)
• Approved hiring summer camp staff (5-0)
• Resolution for Mountain Avenue speed limit reduction defeated (4-3)

Planning Board

The North Caldwell Planning Board will continue a public hearing for Toll NJ I, LLC's application for preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision at 100 Greenbrook Road (Lot 1, Block 1600). The board will hear remaining testimony from the applicant's Licensed Site Remediation Professional, followed by the project engineer and planner/landscape architect. Revised plans include grading adjustments, parking stall relocations, a redesigned refuse enclosure near the affordable housing building, and updated intersection improvements at West Greenbrook Road and Old Mill Road near West Essex High School.

• Continued hearing for Toll NJ I, LLC application for major site plan & minor subdivision
• Revised site plan exhibit with grading changes, parking stall additions/relocations
• Redesigned refuse enclosure and accessible path near age-restricted apartment building
• Updated West Greenbrook Road & Old Mill Road intersection exhibit with traffic improvements
• Variance relief request for street tree spacing under Ordinance Section 107-26.1M(7)

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one adding a new chapter on blasting regulations and another amending sewer billing. They will also introduce an ordinance adjusting compensation for officers and employees, swear in a new police officer, and discuss junior volunteer firefighter applications and a public speech ordinance. Consent agenda items include an interlocal agreement with West Orange for animal shelter services and contracts for pool food concessions.

• Public hearing on Ordinance O-1-2026 adding Chapter 109 'Blasting' to borough code
• Public hearing on Ordinance O-7-2026 amending Chapter 45 sewer billing
• Introduction of Ordinance O-9-2026 amending annual compensation of certain officers and employees
• Resolution R-96-2026 authorizing interlocal agreement with West Orange for animal shelter services
• Resolution R-97-2026 authorizing food and beverage concessions contract for the community pool

The Borough Council approved several items, most notably adopting Ordinance O‑7‑2026 to amend Chapter 45 and increase sewer fees by 10%. It also hired a new police probationary patrol officer and approved multiple resolutions covering payments, tax billing, budget review, an animal‑shelter agreement, and pool operations. One ordinance (O‑1‑2026) was tabled for further review.

• Approved Resolution R-91-2026 hiring Police Probationary Patrol Michael Primamore (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-7-2026 amending Chapter 45 to raise sewer fees 10% (5‑0)
• Tabled Ordinance O-1-2026 amending the Borough Code (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution R-92-2026 authorizing payment (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution R-94-2026 directing preparation of 3rd‑quarter 2026 tax bills (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing self‑examination of the 2026 municipal budget (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement with Orange for animal‑shelter services (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution appointing Kathleen McGinley as Community Pool manager for 2026 (5‑0)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will introduce the 2026 Municipal Budget (public hearing May 26) and consider an ordinance amending the Historic Preservation Committee. They will also vote on resolutions including school tax deferrals, a professional services contract for Amelia Street and Rickland Drive road resurfacing, and payment of bills. Committee reports from March 2026 are on the agenda.

• Introduction of 2026 Municipal Budget (Resolution R-77-2026), public hearing May 26
• Ordinance O-8-2026 amending Chapter 107 on Historic Preservation Committee
• Resolution R-88-2026 awarding professional services contract for Amelia Street and Rickland Drive road resurfacing
• Resolutions R-82-2026 and R-83-2026 authorizing deferral of local and regional district school tax
• Resolution R-89-2026 authorizing redemption and cancellation of tax lien (Block 1401, Lot 14)

The Council introduced the 2026 Municipal Budget, which raises taxes by 1.21% (approximately $40 per year on an average $800,000 home). They also introduced an ordinance to amend the Historic Preservation Committee code. The consent agenda approved six resolutions including school tax deferrals and a road resurfacing contract. All actions passed unanimously except one recusal on bill payments.

• Approved minutes from March 10 and March 24 meetings (unanimous, 6-0)
• Introduced 2026 Municipal Budget via Resolution R-77-2026 (unanimous, public hearing May 26)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-8-2026 amending Historic Preservation Committee code (unanimous, public hearing May 26)
• Approved payment of bills Resolution R-86-2026 (5-0-1 recusal)
• Approved consent agenda of 6 resolutions including school tax deferrals, reserve for uncollected taxes, firework gate monitor stipend, professional services contract for Amelia Street/Rickland Drive resurfacing, and tax lien cancellation (unanimous, 6-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a largely procedural meeting. Agenda items include memorializations for two residents — Whitford at 65 Evergreen Drive and Tichman at 33 Wind Ridge Drive — and approval of the minutes from the March 18, 2026 meeting. No new applications, public hearings, or substantive decisions are scheduled.

• Memorialization for Whitford at 65 Evergreen Drive (Block 1409, Lot 6)
• Memorialization for Tichman at 33 Wind Ridge Drive (Block 300, Lot 23)
• Approval of minutes from the March 18, 2026 meeting

The North Caldwell Zoning Board approved memorials for two properties and the March 2026 meeting minutes. All items passed with four affirmative votes and four abstentions.

• Approved memorial for Matthew and Brittany Whitford (65 Evergreen Drive) — 4-4
• Approved memorial for Ricky and Jennifer Tichman (33 Wind Ridge Drive) — 4-4
• Approved March 18, 2026 meeting minutes — 4-4
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 p.m. — unanimous

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the proposed operating and capital budgets. The meeting includes public comment periods and an executive session authorized by Resolution R-86-2026.

• Discussion of operating budget
• Discussion of capital budget
• Resolution R-86-2026 to hold closed session
• Public hearing on agenda items
• Public hearing on any subject matter

The Mayor and Council held a special budget meeting to review the proposed operating and capital budgets. The administration reported a $84,000 budget overage that requires further cuts to avoid exceeding the appropriation cap. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Budget introduction scheduled for April 28, 2026
• Council unanimously carried motions to open and close public comment
• Council unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting

Planning Board

The North Caldwell Planning Board will continue its public hearing on Toll NJ I LLC's application for preliminary and final major site plan and minor subdivision at 100 Greenbrook Road. The hearing will feature testimony from traffic engineer Karl Pehnke, site remediation expert David Loeffler, and possibly engineers Jay Kruse and John McDonough. Updated sight distance exhibits and a zoning table for affected properties have been submitted. The applicant also addresses the applicability of Residential Site Improvement Standards to off-site intersections.

• Continuation of traffic testimony from Karl Pehnke regarding updated traffic impact study and proposed off-site improvements
• Site remediation strategy overview from LSRP David Loeffler of EcolSciences
• Sight distance exhibits for W. Greenbrook Road and Central Avenue driveway intersections
• Zoning table for three existing properties impacted by roadway improvements, including driveway expansions and right-of-way dedication
• Discussion of RSIS applicability to pre-existing off-site infrastructure

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will introduce the 2026 municipal budget and set a public hearing for May 12. They will also hold a second reading and public hearing on a blasting ordinance (O-1-2026) and introduce an ordinance amending sewer fees (O-7-2026). Several appointments to the Environmental Commission are proposed, and the consent agenda includes awarding a mowing contract and authorizing school tax deferrals.

• Introduction of 2026 Municipal Budget (Resolution R-77-2026), public hearing May 12
• Second reading and public hearing on Blasting Ordinance O-1-2026 (adds Chapter 109)
• Introduction of Sewer Fee Ordinance O-7-2026 (amends Chapter 45), public hearing May 12
• Consent agenda: award mowing contract, hire part-time Fire Sub-Code Official, defer local and regional school taxes
• Mayoral appointments to Environmental Commission (5 members and 2 alternates)

The Council introduced two ordinances: one amending the borough code to add a chapter on blasting (with a public hearing set for May 12) and another amending sewer fees. The 2026 municipal budget introduction was deferred to April 28. Several resolutions were approved, including hiring a part-time fire sub-code official and awarding a mowing contract. The Council also agreed to transfer storage sheds between the Boy Scouts and recreation teams.

• Amended and introduced blasting ordinance 0-1-2026, set public hearing for May 12 (unanimous, 6-0)
• Introduced sewer fee ordinance 0-7-2026, set public hearing for May 12 (unanimous, 6-0)
• Deferred 2026 Municipal Budget introduction to April 28
• Approved payment of bills resolution R-78-2026 (6-0, Councilman Tilton abstained from Boswell Engineering bills)
• Approved consent agenda: R-79 (mowing contract), R-80 (tax lien redemption), R-81 (hiring part-time fire sub-code official) (unanimous, 6-0)
• Agreed to transfer storage shed from Boy Scouts to recreation teams
• Appointed members and alternates to Environmental Commission with terms through 2026-2028
• Approved executive session resolution R-84-2026 on water supply agreement (unanimous, 6-0)

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will consider three resolutions, including rescinding a prior resolution, renewing a liquor license for Fat Buddha, LLC (Grande Buddha) for 2025‑2026, and approving the transfer of that license to North Dwell LLC. An additional resolution will authorize a closed‑session meeting on non‑union employee compensation. The council will also discuss the operating budget and capital budget. Public comment will be taken before and after the agenda items.

• Resolution R-73-2026 rescinding Resolution R-67-2026
• Resolution R-74-2026 authorizing renewal of Liquor License #0715-33-003-004 to Fat Buddha, LLC d/b/a Grande Buddha for 2025‑2026
• Resolution R-75-2026 approving transfer of the same liquor license to North Dwell LLC
• Resolution R-76-2026 authorizing an executive (closed) session on non‑union employee compensation
• Discussion of the operating budget and capital budget

The council unanimously approved three resolutions: rescinding Resolution R-67-2026 (R-73-2026), renewing the Fat Buddha liquor license for 2025‑2026 (R-74-2026), and transferring the liquor license to North Dwell LLC (R-75-2026). A motion to hold a closed‑session meeting on non‑union employee compensation was also approved unanimously. Budget items were discussed but no operating or capital budget decisions were finalized.

• Approved Resolution R-73-2026 rescinding Resolution R-67-2026 (4 affirmative votes)
• Approved Resolution R-74-2026 renewing Liquor License #0715-33-003-004 for Fat Buddha (4 affirmative votes)
• Approved Resolution R-75-2026 transferring Liquor License #0715-33-003-004 to North Dwell LLC (4 affirmative votes)
• Approved Resolution R-76-2026 authorizing a closed‑session meeting on personnel matters (4 affirmative votes)
• Motion to open public comment carried unanimously
• Motion to close public comment carried unanimously
• Motion to open public comment in second public‑comment segment carried unanimously
• Motion to adjourn meeting carried unanimously (4 affirmative votes)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will discuss a film permit request and vote on ordinances regarding municipal budget appropriation limits and the establishment of an Environmental Commission. The body will also act on a liquor license transfer and water rate fixes.

• Ordinance O-5-2026 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank for 2026
• Ordinance O-6-2026 to incorporate Chapter 110: Environmental Commission
• Resolution R-67-2026 to transfer Plenary Retail Consumption Liquor License #0715-33-003-004 from Fat Buddha, LLC to North Dwell, LLC
• Resolution R-70-2026 fixing water rates pursuant to Ordinance O-1-2009
• Resolution R-71-2026 authorizing the hiring of a part-time per-diem police dispatcher

The council approved the minutes from February meetings, adjourned the Blasting ordinance hearing to April 14, and unanimously adopted Ordinance O-5-2026 to exceed the municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank for 2026. It rejected Ordinance 0-6-2026 that would create an Environmental Commission, voting 4‑3 against adoption. The council also approved Resolution R-66-2026 to authorize payment of outstanding bills.

• Approved February meeting minutes (unanimous for Feb 10; 5‑1 for Feb 24/26)
• Adjourned public hearing on Blasting ordinance (Ordinance 0‑1‑2026) to Apr 14 (6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance O‑5‑2026 to exceed budget cap and create a 2026 cap bank (6‑0)
• Rejected Ordinance 0‑6‑2026 establishing an Environmental Commission (4‑3)
• Approved Resolution R‑66‑2026 authorizing payment of bills (6‑0)
• Opened public hearing for Ordinance 0‑5‑2026 (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for Ordinance 0‑5‑2026 (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for Ordinance 0‑6‑2026 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The North Caldwell Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss a traffic matter regarding Toll NJ 1 LLC. The agenda includes a traffic impact study for the redevelopment of the Green Brook Country Club.

• Traffic discussion regarding Toll NJ 1 LLC
• Review of Updated Traffic Impact Study for Green Brook CC redevelopment

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider applications for building and lot coverage and yard setbacks. The board will also review a memorialization for a property on Central Avenue.

• Application for 65 Evergreen Drive regarding building coverage, lot coverage, and front and side yard setbacks
• Application for 33 Wind Ridge Drive regarding lot coverage and side and rear yard setbacks
• Memorialization for 356 Central Avenue regarding side yard setback and lot coverage

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved the four variances requested for 65 Evergreen Drive, subject to three conditions. The conditions require correction of the seepage pit calculations, obtaining permits, and addressing items listed in the engineer’s memos dated February 13 and March 10 2026. The motion passed with five affirmative votes. No decision was recorded for the variance request at 33 Wind Ridge Drive.

• Approved four variances for 65 Evergreen Drive (5 affirmative votes) – with conditions to correct seepage pit calculations, obtain permits, and address engineer memos
• No decision recorded for the variance request at 33 Wind Ridge Drive

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will hold a special budget meeting on March 10, 2026. Council members will hear public comments and then discuss the operating budget. An executive session will be opened under Resolution R-65-2026 to hold a closed‑session meeting.

• Discussion of the borough's operating budget
• Resolution R-65-2026 authorizing a closed‑session executive meeting

The council unanimously adopted a motion to open public comment, later unanimously adopted a motion to close public comment, and then unanimously adjourned the meeting at 6:28 p.m. No other budgetary or policy decisions were recorded.

• Motion to open public comment – carried unanimously
• Motion to close public comment – carried unanimously
• Motion to adjourn meeting – carried unanimously (6 votes)

Mayor & Council

The North Caldwell Mayor and Council will meet to discuss and vote on ordinances regarding affordable housing regulations and development fees, as well as approve contracts for road resurfacing and payroll services. The body will also consider hiring a temporary chief financial officer and appoint a Planning Board member.

• Ordinance O-2-2026: Repeals affordable housing regulations to comply with state law
• Ordinance O-3-2026: Replaces development fee ordinance to comply with state law
• Resolution R-62-2026: Approves change order for East Greenbrook Road resurfacing
• Resolution R-61-2026: Authorizes interlocal service agreement with West Caldwell for payroll
• Resolution R-60-2026: Appoints a temporary chief financial officer

The Borough Council appointed Stephen Papageorge to the Planning Board. It adopted Ordinance O-2-2026 (Affordable Housing Regulations), Ordinance O-3-2026 (Development Fee Ordinance) and Ordinance O-4-2026 (Overlay District amendments), each with unanimous six‑vote approval. The council also approved several resolutions, including payment of bills, a change order for Boswell Engineering, and six consent‑agenda resolutions covering housing, finance and services.

• Appointed Stephen Papageorge as Class IV Alternate Member 2 (term until Dec 31 2027)
• Adopted Ordinance O-2-2026 Affordable Housing Regulations – unanimous 6 votes
• Adopted Ordinance O-3-2026 Development Fee Ordinance – unanimous 6 votes
• Adopted Ordinance O-4-2026 Overlay District amendments – unanimous 6 votes
• Approved Resolution R-56-2026 authorizing payment of bills – carried with six affirmative votes; Councilman Tilton abstained
• Approved Resolution R-63-2026 Change Order with Boswell Engineering – carried with five affirmative votes; Councilman Tilton recused
• Approved Consent‑Agenda Resolutions R-57 through R-62 (housing element, trust fund, marketing plan, CFO appointment, interlocal payroll agreement, paving change order) – unanimous 6 votes
• Adjourned meeting at 7:32 p.m. – unanimous 6 votes

Planning Board

The North Caldwell Planning Board will discuss the North Caldwell Housing Element and Fair Share Plan as a Master Plan consistency review. The board will also consider matters related to Toll NJ 1 LLC. Additional agenda items include resolutions, memorializations, and various applications or preliminary hearings.

• North Caldwell Housing Element & Fair Share Plan (Master Plan Consistency Review)
• Toll NJ 1 LLC discussion
• Resolutions & memorializations
• Applications/Preliminary Hearings/Action Items
• New business items

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are holding a special budget meeting. The primary purpose of the session is to discuss the operating budget.

• Discussion of Operating Budget

The council voted to open public comment twice, each motion carried unanimously. A motion to close public comment was also carried unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously with four affirmative votes.

• Opened public comment (motion by Councilman Atlas, carried unanimously)
• Opened public comment (motion by Councilwoman Stroever, carried unanimously)
• Closed public comment (motion by Councilwoman Stroever, carried unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Councilman Rees, carried unanimously with four affirmative votes)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will consider several new ordinances regarding affordable housing, development fees, and zoning overlays. The body will also review a blasting ordinance and approve various resolutions including budget transfers and road improvement change orders.

• Ordinance O-2-2026: Repealing and replacing affordable housing regulations
• Ordinance O-3-2026: Replacing the Development Fee Ordinance
• Ordinance O-4-2026: Amending Bloomfield Avenue and Fairfield Road Overlay Districts
• Ordinance O-5-2026: Exceeding municipal budget appropriation limits and establishing a cap bank
• Resolution R-53-206: Change order with AJM Contractors, Inc. for Fox Run, Sleepy Hollow Court and Jasmine Place road improvements

The Borough Council introduced five new ordinances covering affordable housing regulations, development fees, overlay district amendments, budget appropriation limits, and an environmental commission, each scheduled for a second reading and public hearing in March. The council also voted to table the blasting ordinance until March 24. Several routine resolutions and consent‑agenda items, including payment of bills and budget transfers, were approved unanimously.

• Introduced Ordinance 0-2-2026 (affordable housing regulations) – second reading/public hearing set for March 10, 2026 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-3-2026 (development fee ordinance) – second reading/public hearing set for March 10, 2026 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-4-2026 (overlay district amendments) – second reading/public hearing set for March 10, 2026 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-5-2026 (budget appropriation limits & cap bank) – second reading/public hearing set for March 24, 2026 (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-6-2026 (environmental commission) – second reading/public hearing set for March 24, 2026 (unanimous)
• Motion to table Blasting Ordinance 0-1-2026 to March 24, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-50-2026 (payment of bills) (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items R-51 through RA-4 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review an application for a side yard setback and lot coverage at 356 Central Avenue (Block 1108, Lot 3). It will also vote on approving the minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Review side yard setback and lot coverage application for 356 Central Avenue (Block 1108, Lot 3)
• Approve minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting

The Board approved the application for 356 Central Avenue with several stipulations, including a maximum lot coverage of 31.36%, a side‑yard setback of 13.9 ft, and a waiver of the 5% lot‑coverage reserve. The applicant must remove the driveway portion that extends beyond the property line, keep a 10‑ft setback for the A/C units, and ensure the front stoop does not encroach beyond the existing 48.5 ft front setback. The motion was seconded by Mr. Berger and carried unanimously with six affirmative votes.

• Approved 356 Central Ave variance with conditions (6‑0)
• Waived 5% lot‑coverage reserve (6‑0)
• Set maximum lot coverage at 31.36% (6‑0)
• Require side‑yard setback of 13.9 ft (6‑0)
• Require front stoop not exceed existing 48.5 ft setback (6‑0)
• Require removal of driveway encroachment (6‑0)
• Require 10‑ft setback for A/C units (6‑0)
• Approved minutes from Jan 21 2026 meeting (6‑0)