Paramus public meetings in 2022

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting on December 20, 2022, to consider a range of resolutions, ordinances, and applications. Key items include authorizing agreements for the police chief and deputy chief, purchasing vehicles and equipment, and amending fees for off-duty police work. The agenda also includes a request for a farmer's market at Garden State Plaza and a closed session to discuss insurance contracts.

• Resolution 22-12-755: Agreement with Robert M. Guidetti as Deputy Chief of Police
• Resolution 22-12-756: Addendum to agreement with Kenneth R. Ehrenberg as Chief of Police
• Resolution 22-12-747: Purchase of Ford F-450DRW from Nielsen Ford
• Resolution 22-12-748: Purchase of 2022 Police SUV from Major Police Supply
• Ordinance 2022-30: Amend fees for extraneous employment of off-duty police personnel

The Council approved an ordinance updating fees for the extraneous employment of off-duty police personnel. A consent agenda was passed authorizing several vehicle purchases and personnel appointments. The body also voted to table a stipend for human services administrative duties.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-30 amending off-duty police employment fees (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Ford F-450DRW from Nielsen Ford (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 2022 police SUV from General Sales Administration (6-0)
• Approved purchase of DPW front loader from Jesco (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Marc R. Mitchell as EMT at $20.00 per hour (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Robert M. Guidetti as Deputy Chief of Police (6-0)
• Tabled Resolution 22-12-758 regarding a $10,000 stipend for Joanna Adamiak (5-1)
• Voided Resolution 21-12-781 and withdrew support for 11th Colony, LLC (6-0)

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission is reviewing tree preservation releases for two properties, discussing PSE&G line clearance work, and receiving updates on year-end reports and the sidewalk program. The meeting includes authorization to pay bills for shade tree operations.

• Tree preservation release for 582 Green Valley Road
• Tree preservation release for 223 Hillcrest Drive
• PSE&G / NG Gilbert Line Clearance liners
• Year-end reports due: Tree City USA, Tree City Growth, NJ Urban & Community Forestry AAR (Feb 15, 2023), Tree Cities of the World (Jan 31, 2023)
• Authorization to pay bills for shade tree operations

The Commission approved the release of tree preservations for two specific addresses after confirming the trees are in good health. The board also approved the previous month's minutes and authorized the payment of bills.

• Approved minutes from previous month
• Released tree preservations for 107 Ivanhoe Drive and 135 Haase Avenue
• Authorized payment of bills

Golf Commission

The Paramus Golf Commission is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of prior minutes, a finance report, and staff updates. Notable items include old and new business such as setting fees for next year, a capital investment plan, and a junior golfer policy. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Discussion of fees for next year
• Capital investment plan
• Junior golfer policy
• Pond expansion project and old debt
• Personal use carts, scooters, and battery powered transportation policy

The Commission approved a new junior golf policy regarding age, Pioneer Tour participation, and greens fees. Members also reviewed a formal capital investment plan for course infrastructure and equipment spanning 2023-2029.

• Approved moving monthly meetings to the second Wednesday of the month starting in 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Junior Golf policy: children 6+ may play with an adult; Pioneer Tour players 10+ may play with proof of participation
• Approved junior greens fees for the final hour of operation: $10 for residents, $13 for non-residents
• Approved lottery cancellation deadline of 5 am the day before the tee time
• Approved implementation of a three-strike cancellation policy

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is meeting to continue discussions on Earth Day 2023 planning, a three-year vision plan, a social media volunteer position, and a Styrofoam drive. They will also make end-of-year remarks and reflect on the year. The agenda is mostly discussion items with no final decisions listed.

• Earth Day 2023 planning (continued discussion)
• Three Year Vision Plan (continued discussion)
• Social Media Volunteer Position
• Styrofoam Drive Planning
• End of Year Remarks and Reflection

The commission approved the minutes from the November meeting. Members discussed the 3-year plan, Earth Day 2023 preparations, and a styrofoam drive scheduled for January 7. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved November minutes (All in favor)

Board of Health

This is a regular monthly meeting of the Paramus Board of Health, with no major decisions or public hearings listed. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, reports from the Health Officer and staff, and discussion of any other public health matters. No specific action items or dollar amounts are mentioned.

• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2022 meeting
• Health Officer's report
• Staff reports from Environmental & Animal Control, Deputy Registrar, Nurses, Health Education & LHOC
• Licenses & permits pending approval (12/12/2022)

The Board unanimously agreed to amend Ordinance 436A to remove annual inspection requirements for barbershops, beauty parlors, and nail salons. Members also scheduled a site visit to the Paramus Community Pantry for January 2023 to observe operations.

• Approved amendment to Ordinance 436A to remove section 436A-3 Annual Inspections (Unanimous)
• Approved Health Officer's Report
• Approved staff reports
• Approved Food Establishment License Appendix A FH-113196
• Rescheduled January Reorganization meeting from January 9 to January 4

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a commercial application by Silvmit LLC to build three townhouse buildings at 527 Paramus Road, which requires variances for multi-family use and front-yard parking. The board will also consider resolutions for prior applications and approve minutes from the November 10 meeting.

• Public hearing: Silvmit LLC, Block 4001 Lot 9, 527 Paramus Road – three 2-1/2 story townhouse buildings with 3 units each, variances for Sec. 429-46 (multi-family not permitted) and Sec. 429-32 (parking in front yard)
• Application postponed from October 13, 2022
• Resolutions: Docket No. MBP/Dunkin, Docket No. 7187 (Pugliese), Docket No. 7186 (Grano)
• Approval of minutes from November 10, 2022

The Board approved three resolutions for Dockets 7186, 7133, and 7187. A public hearing regarding the construction of townhouses at 527 Paramus Road was continued to February 9, 2023.

• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Resolution Docket No. 7186 – Grano (4-0)
• Approved Resolution Docket No. 7133 – MBP/Dunkin (6-0)
• Approved Resolution Docket No. 7187 – Pugliese (4-0)
• Continued townhouse application for 527 Paramus Road (Docket No. 7181) to February 9, 2023

Recreation Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Paramus Recreation Commission. The agenda includes a public hearing, approval of finance and minutes, and reports from the council liaison, interim director, assistant director, and recreation leader. Committee reports cover various programs like basketball, football, and soccer. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals detailed in the agenda.

• Public hearing
• Finance approval
• Minutes approval for November 16, 2022
• 2023 meeting dates discussion
• Travel basketball and in-town basketball updates

The commission unanimously approved the financial report and the minutes from the November 16 meeting. Members received updates on the transition of the Interim Director and the start of travel and intown basketball seasons.

• Approved financial report (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from 11-16-23 (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting on December 6, 2022, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include final adoption of two bond ordinances totaling $1 million for sewer pump station engineering and municipal pool improvements, as well as introduction of ordinances updating job descriptions/salary scales and fees for off-duty police. The council will also vote on numerous resolutions, including appointments, equipment purchases, and shared services agreements.

• Final adoption of bond ordinance for $750,000 for sewer pump station upgrades
• Final adoption of bond ordinance for $250,000 for Paramus Municipal Pool improvements
• Introduction of ordinance to amend fees for extraneous employment of off-duty police
• Resolution to award $84,792.84 for two Powerload stretchers via cooperative bid
• Resolution to apply for Bergen County Community Development Block Grant for FY23

The Mayor and Council approved two bond ordinances for infrastructure improvements and several other local ordinances. The body also passed a series of resolutions regarding personnel appointments, equipment purchases, and shared services agreements.

• Approved $750,000 bond for sanitary sewer pump station upgrades (6-0)
• Approved $250,000 bond for Paramus Municipal Pool improvements (6-0)
• Approved $84,792.84 for two Powerloads stretchers (6-0)
• Approved HVAC work for Hospital for Special Surgery at 140 E. Ridgewood Ave
• Approved shared services amendments with Alpine and Closter for affordable housing
• Approved appointment of Asun G. Duran-Muckle as EMT at $20.00/hour
• Approved appointments of Emmanuel Villa, Julia Koenemund, and Ryan Jennings as 911 operators
• Approved termination of Peter Thai and Travis White from Paramus Rescue Department

Planning Board

The board will hold public hearings on several applications, including an amended site plan and soil movement for the Suburban Diner property, a soil movement permit for a Dunkerhook Road residence, and a minor site plan for Valley Medical Group. One application (99 Paramus, LLC) has been carried to a future meeting.

• Kambos, Inc./Suburban Diner – 172 Route 17N: Amended Site Plan, Parking Variance, and Soil Movement
• Ramesh Persaud – 449 Paramus Road: Permit for Renovations in an Historic Preservation Zone
• Dilip M. & Dipti D. Patel – 267 Dunkerhook Road: Major Soil Movement
• Valley Physician Services, Inc. d/b/a Valley Medical Group – 95 Route 17 South: Minor Site Plan, Variance Approval
• 99 Paramus, LLC – 681 Paramus Rd & 143 W. Ridgewood Ave: Carried to February 16, 2023 meeting

The Planning Board approved several site plan applications, including a new restaurant and medical office. The board also granted a signage variance for Alpine Learning Group and approved three resolutions.

• Approved Resolution #22-32, Kambos, Inc./Suburban Diner (5-0-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-33, Ramesh Persaud, 449 Paramus Road (5-0-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-34, Dilip M. & Dipti D. Patel, 267 Dunkerhook Road (3-0-0)
• Approved GCGS Associates, LLC site plan per court order (6-0-0)
• Approved monument sign variance for Alpine Learning Group, Inc. (7-0-0)
• Approved amended minor site plan for Just Salad (EPOC Eight WW, LLC) (7-0-0)
• Approved minor site plan and change of use for Valley Physician Services, Inc. (7-0-0)
• Approved payment of vouchers (7-0-0)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting on November 22, 2022, to consider several ordinances, resolutions, and appointments. Key items include introducing ordinances on permitted uses and parking structures, finalizing a street renaming, and approving personnel actions and service contracts. The agenda also includes discussion items on the 2021 audit, 2022 best practices, and Edstan Way.

• Ordinance 2022-27 (tabled) amending job descriptions and salary scales
• Ordinance 2022-28 amending permitted uses (Chapter 429-121)
• Ordinance 2022-29 amending parking structures (Chapter 429-123)
• Ordinance 2022-24 renaming Mack Center Drive to Vermella Way
• Resolution 22-11-711: Transfer of Gil Maynard to Police Officer at $141,313 annually

The Council approved the renaming of Mack Center Drive and passed two ordinances amending permitted uses and parking structures. A consent agenda was approved covering various personnel appointments, resignations, and shared service agreements for waste and vehicle maintenance.

• Approved renaming Mack Center Drive to Vermella Way (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-28 amending 'Permitted Uses' (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-29 amending 'Parking Structures' (6-0)
• Approved overnight roofing work at 30 E Ridgewood Ave
• Approved purchase of 2022 Ford Explorer for Police Department
• Approved appointment of Anthony Bene as part-time 911 operator ($18.58/hr)
• Approved appointment of Colleen Murray as Library Assistant ($16.47/hr)
• Approved appointment of Gina H. Westhoven as EMT ($24.53/hr)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of the previous meeting's minutes, public comment periods, committee reports, budget review, old and new business, and payment of bills. No specific substantive actions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of October 13 meeting minutes
• Public comment periods (open and closed)
• Committee reports: Buildings & Grounds, Snack Bar, Entertainment & Activities, Personnel, Web
• Budget review
• Payment of bills

Recreation Commission

The Paramus Recreation Commission is holding a regular public meeting to discuss and decide on various recreational programs, including tackle football, cheerleading, travel basketball, and winter events. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss program incidents, finance approvals, and a review of the commission's complaint procedure. The meeting will also cover capital budget planning for Petruska Park and the upcoming Winter Wonderland event.

• Closed session to discuss program incidents
• Finance approval
• Capital budget planning for Petruska Park
• Winter Wonderland event on December 4th at Borough Hall
• Recreation Commission complaint procedure under attorney review

The Commission unanimously approved the financial report and the minutes from the September 28, 2022 meeting. Residents attended to discuss travel basketball team structures and player eligibility. The board also held a closed session from 9:00 PM to 10:35 PM.

• Approved financial report (unanimous)
• Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to leave closed session (unanimous)

Golf Commission

The Golf Commission will vote on minutes from October 4th and discuss next year's fees, personal-use carts, a pond expansion project, and a junior golfer policy. The meeting includes public comment and a closed session.

• Fees for next year
• Personal use carts, scooters and battery powered transportation
• Pond expansion project
• Junior golfer policy
• Lottery and League cancelation in advance policy

The Golf Commission unanimously decided to pass credit card fees to consumers starting in 2023. The board also discussed potential new policies for league cancellations and the status of a $1 million pond expansion project.

• Approved passing credit card surcharge fees to consumers starting in 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 4th meeting
• Reduced double walk-in tee times on weekends to one per hour

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss and plan several initiatives, including Earth Day 2023, a three-year vision plan, a social media volunteer position, a styrofoam drive, and ongoing composting discussions. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment, but the main focus is on these environmental projects.

• Earth Day 2023 planning discussion
• Three Year Vision Plan continuing discussion
• Social Media Volunteer Position
• Styrofoam Drive planning
• Continuing Composting discussion

The commission approved the October meeting minutes and discussed preparations for Earth Day 2023 on April 30. Members coordinated a Styrofoam collection event scheduled for January 7, 2023, and reviewed a student project regarding native rain gardens to combat flooding.

• Approved October minutes
• Scheduled Styrofoam collection for January 7, 2023, from 10am to 2pm
• Set Earth Day 2023 for Sunday, April 30

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a commercial application by SG Industrial Acquisitions to demolish an existing 7,040-square-foot structure and reconstruct a 29,488-square-foot structure with parking for cars, vans, and commercial vehicles at 120 Route 17. The application requires variances because warehousing and motor vehicle parking are not permitted under Section 429-121. The board will also consider resolutions for several other dockets and approve minutes and bills.

• Public hearing on Docket No. 7174: SG Industrial Acquisitions, Block 413, Lots 4,5,6, 120 Route 17 – demolish 7,040 SF structure, reconstruct 29,488 SF structure, parking lot for cars, vans, commercial vehicles (variances from Sec. 429-121)
• Continued from October 27, 2022
• Resolutions for Docket Nos. 7133 (MBP/Dunkin), 6096 and 7117 (Laganella Properties), 7187 (Publiese), 7186 (Grano)
• Approval of minutes from October 27, 2022
• Approval of bills for payment

The Board approved two resolutions regarding the Laganella Property and passed the October 27 meeting minutes and bills. A commercial application for a parking lot at 120 Route 17 was continued to January 2023 after the Board required new notice due to insufficient detail on land use and variances.

• Approved resolution for Docket No. 6096 – Laganella Property (4-0)
• Approved resolution for Docket No. 7117 – Laganella Property (4-0)
• Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved bills (7-0)
• Required re-notice and continued application for 120 Route 17 (SG Industrial Acquisitions) to January 26, 2023

Board of Health

The Paramus Board of Health is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, reports from the health officer, board president, council liaison, and staff, plus discussion of public health matters and pending licenses and permits. No major decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting appears procedural.

• Approval of minutes from October 3, 2022 meeting
• Health Officer's Report
• Staff reports: Environmental, Deputy Registrar's, Nurses', Health Education & LHOC
• Licenses & Permits Pending Approval (11/09/2022)
• Upcoming meeting: Monday, December 12

The Board of Health approved the Health Officer's and staff reports, which included data on COVID-19, flu, and food establishment inspections. The board also approved several beauty salon, e-cigarette, food establishment, and restaurant licenses.

• Approved October 3, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Health Officer's Report
• Approved staff reports (Environmental, Animal Control, Registrar, Nurse, Health Education, and Local Health Outreach Coordinator)
• Approved Beauty/Nail Salon Licenses (Resolution No. 22-11-1)
• Approved E-Cigarette License (Resolution No. 22-11-2)
• Approved Food Establishment Licenses (Resolution No. 22-11-3)
• Approved Restaurant License (Resolution No. 22-11-4)

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Paramus Shade Tree & Parks Commission is meeting to review superintendent reports covering tree preservation releases for two properties, fall tree planting, PSE&G tree trimming operations, and authorization to pay bills. The assistant superintendent's report includes a spotted lanternfly action plan and year-end reports. The agenda is routine administrative business with no major policy decisions.

• Tree preservation release for 107 Ivanhoe Drive
• Tree preservation release for 135 Haase Avenue
• Fall tree planting
• PSE&G tree trimming operations
• Spotted lanternfly action plan

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission released tree preservations for three specific addresses after determining the trees were in good health. The board also authorized payment of bills and discussed the status of the sidewalk program and PSEG tree replacements.

• Approved release of tree preservations for 340 Haywood Drive, 594 Craig Avenue, and 706 Gerald Street
• Approved payment of bills
• Approved previous month's minutes

Planning Board

The Paramus Planning Board will hold public hearings on five applications: an amended site plan and signage for Pinstripes at Garden State Plaza, a major soil movement for Dilip M. & Dipti D. Patel, a preliminary and final major site plan with bulk variance and signage for Paramus Ridgewood, a minor site plan for a parking lot at Oradell Animal Hospital, and a site plan with variances and major soil movement for McDonald's. The meeting also includes a public comment period and approval of minutes from October 20, 2022.

• Pinstripes, Inc. - 1 Garden State Plaza - Amended Site Plan and Signage
• Dilip M. & Dipti D. Patel - 267 Dunkerhook Road - Major Soil Movement
• Paramus Ridgewood, LLC - 677 Paramus Road - Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan, Bulk Variance, Signage
• Oradell Animal Hospital, Inc. - 580 Winters Avenue - Minor Site Plan - Parking Lot
• McDonald’s Corporation - 828 Route 17 - Site Plan, Variances, Major Soil Movement

The Board approved a site plan for expanded parking at Oradell Animal Hospital and a soil movement permit for a home on Dunkerhook Road. Applications for a convenience store and a McDonald's redevelopment were carried to future dates.

• Approved Resolution #22-31 for Pinstripes, Inc. (5-0-0)
• Approved major soil movement permit for 267 Dunkerhook Road (6-1-0)
• Approved parking lot expansion for Oradell Animal Hospital (7-0-0)
• Carried Paramus Ridgewood, LLC convenience store application to Feb 2, 2023
• Carried McDonald's Corporation site plan application to Jan 5, 2022
• Approved payment of vouchers (7-0-0)
• Accepted minutes from October 20th, 2022 meeting (7-0-0)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting on November 1, 2022, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include introducing bond ordinances for $750,000 in sewer pump station design and $250,000 for municipal pool improvements, plus a street renaming. The council will also vote on routine resolutions for payments, vehicle purchases, and personnel changes.

• Ordinance 2022-24: Renaming Mack Center Drive to Vermella Way
• Ordinance 2022-25: $750,000 bond for sewer pump station upgrades
• Ordinance 2022-26: $250,000 bond for Paramus Municipal Pool improvements
• Resolution 22-11-664: Purchase of 2023 F150 truck and 2022 Ford Explorer
• Resolution 22-11-670: Appointment of Anne Schneider as Human Services Administrator at $10,000/year

The Council introduced bond ordinances to allocate $750,000 for sanitary sewer pump station upgrades and $250,000 for municipal pool improvements. Several administrative requests for Sunday and night work were approved, and a resolution for a new F150 truck was passed after the purchase of a Ford Explorer was removed.

• Introduced $750,000 bond ordinance for sanitary sewer pump station upgrades (6-0)
• Introduced $250,000 bond ordinance for Paramus Municipal Pool improvements (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance to rename Mack Center Drive to Vermella Way (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 F150 truck; deleted purchase of Ford Explorer (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2022-27 (6-0)
• Approved Sunday work for All American Auto Group, Garden State Plaza, and Camp Towanda
• Approved night work extension for Sordoni at Target - Bergen Town Center
• Appointed Anne Schneider as Human Services Administrator with $10,000 yearly stipend

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four variance applications, including residential projects on Circle Drive and Morningside Road, and a commercial project on Route 17. The board will also consider resolutions for previously heard applications and approve minutes from the September 22 meeting.

• Docket 7187: Covered ramp, vestibule, and porch at 58 Circle Drive, with front yard setback variances (28'8" and 31'5" proposed vs. 35' required)
• Docket 7186: Rear addition, pool, and cabana at 232 Morningside Road, with rear yard and coverage variances (pool 5.4' vs. 10' required, coverage 29.1% vs. 25% permitted)
• Docket 7174: Demolish 7,040 SF structure and build 29,488 SF structure with parking at 120 Route 17, seeking use variance for warehousing and motor vehicle parking
• Resolutions for Dockets 7133 (MBP/Dunkin), 6096 and 7117 (Laganella Properties), and 7186 (The Flavor Lab)
• Minutes of September 22, 2022

The Board approved two residential applications for home improvements and accessibility upgrades. A commercial application for a warehouse and parking facility was continued to a future date due to procedural and legal discussions.

• Approved addition, pool, and cabana at 232 Morningside Road with conditions on setbacks and seepage pits (4-1)
• Approved handicap ramp and vestibule at 58 Circle Drive (5-0)
• Continued warehouse and motor vehicle parking application for 120 Route 17 to November 10, 2022
• Approved resolution for Docket No. 7186 – The Flavor Lab (3-0)
• Approved September 22, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning Board

The Paramus Planning Board will hold a public hearing on several site plan applications, including a major site plan for a training facility and soil movement at The Ridgewood Country Club, an amended site plan and signage for Pinstripes at Garden State Plaza, and an amended site plan with parking variance and soil movement for Suburban Diner. The board will also consider a two-year extension for a prior approval at 143 East Ridgewood Avenue and an amended minor site plan for Alpine Learning Group. One applicant, for a major soil movement at 267 Dunkerhook Road, will not be heard tonight and is rescheduled to November 3rd.

• The Ridgewood Country Club: Major site plan for training facility and soil movement at 96 W. Midland Ave
• Pinstripes, Inc.: Amended site plan and signage at 1 Garden State Plaza
• Kambos, Inc./Suburban Diner: Amended site plan, parking variance, and soil movement at 172 Route 17N
• 99 Paramus, LLC: Request for two-year extension of board approval for Resolution #2020-024 at 143 East Ridgewood Avenue
• Alpine Learning Group, Inc.: Amended site plan and soil movement at 700 Paramus Road

The Paramus Planning Board approved five resolutions (Ridgewood Country Club, Alpine Learning Group, 99 Paramus LLC, New Concepts for Living, Paris Baguette Cafe) and three site-plan hearings: a historic-home renovation at 449 Paramus Road, a Pinstripes entertainment venue at Garden State Plaza, and a Suburban Diner expansion with a retractable glass patio. All votes were unanimous. The board also approved vouchers and accepted prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Resolution #22-26, Ridgewood Country Club (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-27, Alpine Learning Group amended site plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-28, 99 Paramus LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-29, New Concepts for Living LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-30, Paris Baguette Cafe (4-0)
• Approved Ramesh Persaud's historic-home renovation at 449 Paramus Road (7-0)
• Approved Pinstripes Inc. amended site plan and signage at Garden State Plaza (7-0)
• Approved Kambos Inc./Suburban Diner amended site plan with parking variance and soil movement (8-0)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting on October 18, 2022, to consider a series of resolutions, including shared services agreements for vehicle maintenance with Hillsdale, Lodi, and Hawthorne, a school resource officer agreement with the Board of Education, and several personnel actions such as appointments, step-ups, resignations, and sick time payouts. The agenda also includes a discussion of Borough Code Chapter 210-9 on eligible exactions, and a closed session for personnel and tax settlement matters.

• Shared services agreements with Hillsdale, Lodi, and Hawthorne for vehicle maintenance
• Shared services agreement with Paramus Board of Education for school resource officers
• Sick time payouts: $108,374.40 to David LaGrone and $98,658.00 to John Toohey
• Appointments: Kyle Guzman (911 operator, $14.22/hr), Luke A. Metzler (EMT, $20/hr), Maria Chuba (cashier, $13/hr), Owen T. Reilly (EMT, $20/hr)
• Review of Borough Code Chapter 210-9 on eligible exactions

The Paramus Mayor and Council approved a consent agenda containing over 30 resolutions, including payments of bills, renewal of alcoholic beverage licenses, shared service agreements with Lodi, Hawthorne, Hillsdale, and the Board of Education, appointments and step-ups for various borough employees, and a resolution authorizing settlement of long-running tax appeals for Paramus Park Shopping Center. The meeting also included discussion of a potential ordinance change regarding COAH fees for owner-occupied rebuilds and a recommendation to vacate a section of Sycamore Street.

• Approved consent agenda with 30+ resolutions (6-0)
• Authorized shared service agreements with Lodi, Hawthorne, Hillsdale, and Paramus Board of Education
• Approved $108,374.40 sick time payout to David LaGrone
• Approved $98,658.00 sick time payout to John Toohey
• Authorized appraisal of Farview Terrace property with $2,500 cap
• Authorized settlement of 2013-2021 tax appeals for Paramus Park Shopping Center
• Approved night work for paving at 53 W. Century Road
• Approved fireworks at Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul USA temple on Oct. 23, 2022

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting on October 18, 2022, to consider a consent agenda with resolutions for paying bills, renewing liquor licenses, approving shared service agreements, and making personnel appointments and step increases. They will also discuss a review of Borough Code Chapter 210-9 on eligible exactions, and will go into closed session for personnel and tax settlement matters.

• Resolution 22-10-630: Sick time payout of $108,374.40 to David LaGrone
• Resolution 22-10-631: Sick time payout of $98,658.00 to John Toohey
• Resolution 22-10-628: Shared services agreement with Paramus Board of Education for School Resource Officers
• Resolution 22-10-626/627: Shared service agreements with Lodi and Hawthorne for vehicle maintenance
• Resolution 22-10-620: Renewal of alcoholic beverage control licenses for 2022-2023

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss past events, prepare 2023 budget requests for the municipal budget, continue a three-year vision plan, and begin planning for Earth Day 2023. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• Fall Clean Up Day 2022 post-discussion
• Paramus Fall Festival post-discussion
• 2023 budget requests for the Paramus Municipal Budget
• Three Year Vision Plan continuing discussion
• Earth Day 2023 planning discussion

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive committee reports. They will also discuss the budget, old business including the Pike Diving matter, and consider payment of bills for water testing, pest control, and bathroom winterization.

• Payment of $799.50 to IEH NE-Sanipure Food Labs for May-July water testing
• Payment of $55.00 to Marrone Pest Management for September treatment
• Payment of $1,800 to Nautilus Swimming Pool for bathroom winterization
• Discussion of Pike Diving and attorney response
• Approval of minutes from September 22, 2022

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission met on October 13, 2022, and approved the minutes from September 22, 2022, unanimously. The commission also approved three bills totaling $2,654.50 for water testing, pest treatment, and bathroom winterization. Discussions included follow-up on the pump room, a wish list for painting bathroom floors, and obtaining restaurant information for the snack bar concession. No substantive decisions were made beyond bill approvals and procedural items.

• Approved minutes of September 22, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $799.50 for IEH NE-Sanipure Food Labs water testing
• Approved $55.00 for Marrone Pest Management September treatment
• Approved $1,800 for Nautilus Swimming Pool bathroom winterization

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission is meeting to review the superintendent's report, which includes tree preservation release requests for three properties, a fall tree order, liner stock, and authorization to pay bills. The assistant superintendent will also provide updates on the roots-in-the-lawn and sidewalk programs.

• Tree preservation release for 340 Haywood Drive
• Tree preservation release for 594 Craig Avenue
• Tree preservation release for 706 Gerald Street
• Fall tree order and liner stock
• Authorization to pay bills

The Commission denied a resident's request to waive the $5,000 fee for removing a healthy 58-inch red oak tree at 337 Sherwood Drive, citing a desire not to set a precedent. The homeowner may still remove the tree at their own expense and pay the $5,000 cap. The Commission also approved tree preservation releases for three properties and authorized payment of bills.

• Denied request to waive $5,000 tree removal fee (all in favor)
• Approved tree preservation releases for 170 Halsey, 264 Addison Place, 154 Geering Terrace (all in favor)
• Authorized payment of bills (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (all in favor)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider resolutions for a Chick-fil-A site plan and a minor subdivision on Harrison Street. Two public hearings for Dunkerhook Road and Route 4 East have been carried to future dates. The board will also hold a closed session regarding GCGS Associates, LLC. v. Planning Board of the Borough of Paramus.

• Chick-fil-A (718 Route 17): Preliminary & Final Site Plan, Variances, Major Soil Movement & Signage
• Margaret A. Mowle (391 Harrison Street): Minor Subdivision
• Dilip M. & Dipti D. Patel (267 Dunkerhook Road): Major Soil Movement (Carried to 10.20.22)
• Paul Miller GT, Inc. (144 Route 4 East): Site Plan, Bulk Variance and Signage (Carried to 1.5.23)
• Closed Session: GCGS Associates, LLC. v. Planning Board of the Borough of Paramus

The Paramus Planning Board voted 8-0 not to appeal a court decision favoring GCGS Associates, LLC, which had been denied approval for a mixed-use building on From Road. The board also decided to call the applicant back for a hearing to discuss next steps. Additionally, the board approved resolutions for Chick-fil-A and a trust-related matter, and approved vouchers and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Resolution #22-24 for Chick-fil-A (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-25 for Margaret A. Mowle as Trustee (6-0)
• Approved not to appeal GCGS Associates, LLC court decision (8-0)
• Approved to schedule a hearing with GCGS Associates, LLC applicant
• Approved vouchers to be paid (8-0)
• Accepted minutes from September 15, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Golf Commission

The Golf Commission will review the September finance report and a report from the General Manager/Superintendent. The body will discuss old business including next year's fees and a pond expansion project. New business includes a policy for junior golfers.

• Fees for next year
• Pond expansion project
• Junior golfer policy
• Personal use carts, scooters and battery powered transportation
• Lottery and League cancelation in advance policy

The Paramus Golf Commission approved a motion to allow the fire department to use a tractor for a safe Halloween event. The commission also reviewed a finance report showing September rounds up 17% and year-to-date income as the highest in five years. Several items were discussed but not voted on, including a revised junior golf policy, a 5-year plan request, and a proposal to pass credit card fees to consumers.

• Approved fire department use of tractor for Halloween (motion by Rob Thompson, seconded by Jack Brunner)
• Approved minutes from September 6 meeting (motion by Jack Brunner, seconded by Rich Lambert)
• Next meeting scheduled for November 15 at 6:30 pm at the Golf Course

Affordable Housing

The Paramus Affordable Housing Corp met on October 4, 2022, and appointed Sandi Gunderson to fill a vacant seat for a three-year term. The board discussed housing accounts, noting that no borrowing should occur without a note, and that the treasurer, Sheri Luna, seemed unfamiliar with how the accounts work. A memo is being prepared to explain how Affordable Housing was formed and the legal use of trust accounts. The meeting was closed for discussion of accounts and later reopened, with the next meeting scheduled for November 29th.

• Appointed Sandi Gunderson to fill vacant seat for 3-year term (all in favor)
• Closed meeting for discussion of accounts (all in favor)
• Reopened meeting at 4:28 pm
• Scheduled next meeting for November 29th at 5:00 pm
• Adjourned meeting at 4:34 pm (all in favor)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting on October 3, 2022, to consider resolutions including a $335,928.08 roofing project under a Bergen County cooperative bid, a $234,642.66 road re-surfacing amendment, and a $42,267.00 purchase order payment. They will also discuss requests for night work at Bergen Town Center and a closed session for personnel matters.

• Resolution 22-10-614: Accept $234,642.66 quote from Murray Paving for additional road re-surfacing
• Resolution 22-10-615: Accept $335,928.08 quote from White Rock Corp. for roofing projects under BC-BID-21-68
• Resolution 22-10-589: Authorize payment of purchase order 22-03378 in the amount of $42,267.00
• Night work requests: Trane Technologies HVAC replacement at Neiman Marcus (Jan 7-25, 2023), Sordoni renovations at Target, Miles Square Roofing at Bergen Town Center
• Closed session for personnel promotion and matters

The Paramus Mayor and Council approved a consent agenda including resolutions for a $234,642.66 road resurfacing contract with Murray Paving and Concrete, a $335,928.08 roofing project with White Rock Corp., and various engineering escrow releases. They also appointed new personnel, including a fire department member and part-time 911 operators, and authorized night work for HVAC replacement at Neiman Marcus and renovations at Target.

• Approved $234,642.66 road resurfacing amendment (consent agenda, 6-0)
• Approved $335,928.08 roofing project via Bergen County cooperative (consent agenda, 6-0)
• Approved night work for HVAC replacement at Neiman Marcus (subject to incoming governing body concerns)
• Approved interior night work for Target renovations at Bergen Town Center
• Approved night work for roof removal at Bergen Town Center
• Appointed Jack Costanza as regular member of Paramus Fire Department (consent agenda, 6-0)
• Appointed Alex Shehu as part-time 911 operator at $18.58/hr (consent agenda, 6-0)
• Approved $42,267 purchase order (5-1, Councilwoman Bellinger opposed)

Board of Health

The Paramus Board of Health is holding its regular meeting on October 3, 2022. The agenda includes approval of minutes, reports from the Health Officer, Board President, Council Liaison, and staff, as well as discussion of public health matters and pending licenses and permits. No major decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be routine procedural business.

• Approval of minutes from June 13, 2022 meeting
• Health Officer's report
• Staff reports from Environmental, Deputy Registrar's, Nurses', Health Education & LHOC
• Licenses & permits pending approval (dated 09/12/2022 & 09/30/2022)
• Upcoming meeting dates: November 14 and December 12

The Board of Health established a Food Pantry Committee to address negative feedback about the Paramus Community Pantry, including lack of food and volunteer rudeness. The Board also accepted a resignation, approved various licenses, and received reports on COVID-19, Monkeypox, and other health programs.

• Established Food Pantry Committee to address Paramus Community Pantry issues (approved)
• Accepted resignation of Dr. Gregory Serrano from the Board of Health (approved)
• Approved Health Officer's Report as submitted (approved)
• Approved staff reports as submitted (approved)
• Approved E-Cigarette License Resolution 22-10-1 (approved)
• Approved Food Establishment Licenses Resolutions 22-10-2 and 22-10-6 (approved)
• Approved Swimming Pool Licenses Resolution 22-10-3 (approved)
• Approved Vending Machine Licenses Resolution 22-10-4 (approved)

Recreation Commission

The Paramus Recreation Commission is holding a regular public meeting to discuss and potentially approve various recreation programs, park maintenance, and facility use. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss program incidents, finance approvals, and reports from the director and assistant directors on upcoming activities like fall basketball and the Fall Harvest Festival.

• Closed session to discuss program incidents
• Finance approval
• Fall Harvest Festival with Centennial Committee on October 15th, 2:00PM-6:00PM
• Park maintenance update including irrigation and field aerating
• New policy and procedures for BOE facilities

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three commercial applications seeking variances from zoning rules, including a site on Route 17 proposing a taller building and fewer parking spaces than allowed. The board will also consider resolutions for two prior applications and approve minutes from the September 8 meeting. One application (SG Industrial) has been postponed to October 27.

• Docket 7117: 762 Route 17 – proposed height 43.4 ft vs 36 ft max; parking 105 vs 186 required
• Docket 6096: 770-776 Route 17 – buffer width 30.5 ft vs 50 ft required; parking 510 vs 577 required
• Docket 7185: 59-67 E. Ridgewood Ave – cooking school; parking 166 vs 188 required
• Resolutions for Docket 7173 (Millennium/Care One) and Docket 7133-S (MBP/Dunkin)
• Minutes of September 8, 2022

The Board of Adjustment approved three applications: a cooking school at 59-67 E. Ridgewood Avenue (Docket 7185), and two site-plan amendments for Laganella Properties on Route 17 (Dockets 6096 and 7117). All votes were unanimous. A separate resolution for Millennium/Care One (Docket 7173) was also approved. One docket (7174 – SG Industrial) was postponed to October 27.

• Approved cooking school 'The Flavor Lab' at 59-67 E. Ridgewood Ave (6-0)
• Approved Docket 6096 – Laganella Properties site-plan amendment (5-0)
• Approved Docket 7117 – Laganella Properties site-plan amendment (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Docket 7173 – Millennium/Care One (4-0)
• Postponed Docket 7174 – SG Industrial to October 27, 2022

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is holding its regular meeting to approve the September 8 minutes, hear public comment, receive committee reports, and discuss budget and old business items such as the Pike Dive, janitorial, concession, summer/winter, and painting bids. The agenda is largely procedural, with the only listed action item being payment of a $55.00 bill to Marrone Pest Management.

• Approval of September 8 meeting minutes
• Payment of $55.00 to Marrone Pest Management
• Discussion of old business: Pike Dive, janitorial bid, concession bid, summer/winter bid, painting bid
• Committee reports on buildings & grounds, snack bar, entertainment, personnel, and web

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission met on September 22, 2022, and approved the minutes from September 8 unanimously. The meeting included public comment from a local swim club requesting additional rental time, and discussions on new ping pong tables, camera upgrades, playground updates, and various bids. No final decisions were made on these items.

• Approved minutes from September 8 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $55.00 to Marrone Pest Management (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting on September 20, 2022, to consider resolutions including police promotions, a DPW promotion, a development agreement with Paramus Development Group, LLC, and a bid advertisement for a generator replacement. The agenda also includes several special event requests and a consent agenda for routine resolutions and raffle applications.

• Resolution 22-09-583-A: Promote Kevin Osiadacz to Assistant Superintendent of Operations Step 2, DPW, salary $84,043.69/year
• Resolution 22-09-584-A: Enter into development agreement with Paramus Development Group, LLC
• Resolution 22-09-585: Advertise for bids for replacement generator at Grove Street Pump Station
• Police promotions: multiple step-ups and new appointments, e.g., John Devine to Captain Step G at $214,243/year
• Special event requests: Fall Festival on Mayfair Road, Food Truck Festival at Paramus Park Mall, overnight HVAC work at Lincoln Tech and Nordstrom

The Paramus Mayor and Council approved multiple police department promotions and step-ups, and recognized the department's accreditation by the NJ State Association of Chiefs of Police. A dispute over a vehicle purchase led to one item being pulled from the bills list. Several special event permits and resolutions were also approved.

• Approved police promotions: Gregory Hooper, Ryan Hayo, Christopher Zuck, Jeffrey Lattanzi to sergeant (unanimous)
• Approved step-ups for multiple police officers to higher ranks with salaries ranging from $152,293 to $214,243 per year
• Approved payment of bills resolution (22-09-562) with one vehicle purchase item pulled after council dispute
• Approved tax refunds to Barnes & Noble, G&I IX East Midland LLC, and 1922 Paramus Partners LLC
• Approved sale of municipal personal property via online auction (22-09-567)
• Approved appointment of Christian Dansbach as full-time police telecommunicator at $47,647.48 per year
• Approved development agreement with Paramus Development Group, LLC (22-09-584)
• Approved special event permits: Fall Festival/Block Party on Mayfair Road, Food Truck Festival at Paramus Park Mall, and HVAC work at Lincoln Technical Institute

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding a minor subdivision and two site plans. The body will also review minutes from the September 1st, 2022 meeting and approve vouchers.

• Minor Subdivision: 391 Harrison Street (Margaret A. Mowle as Trustee)
• Final Site Plan for two-story building: 275 Pascack Rd (Bergen County Technical Schools)
• Minor Site Plan: 59-67 E. Ridgewood Ave (Paris Baguette Bakery Café)

The Paramus Planning Board approved a minor subdivision for 391 Harrison Street (Block 5508, Lot 10.01) with a variance for lot depth, requiring the existing house to be removed. The board also approved a site plan for Paris Baguette Bakery Café at 59-67 E. Ridgewood Avenue, with outdoor seating reduced to 12 seats to comply with the Borough's ordinance. Bergen County Technical Schools presented a final site plan for a new building, but no approval was needed; the board will send a letter with recommendations.

• Approved minor subdivision for 391 Harrison Street with lot depth variance (8-0)
• Approved Paris Baguette Bakery Café site plan with 12 outdoor seats (8-0)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (8-0)
• Accepted minutes from September 1, 2022 meeting (3-0)

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission is meeting to review the superintendent's report, which includes tree preservation releases, requests for return of tree planting fees, and updates on the sidewalk program. The commission will also discuss PSE&G trimming, fall planting, equipment, and authorization to pay bills.

• Tree Preservation Release for Mr. Hynes at 337 Sherwood Drive
• Tree Planting Fees return requests for 5 & 8 Churchill Court
• Sidewalk Program: $150,000 capital funding available after 9/18/2022
• Bid opening for sidewalk contractor on 9/16/2022 at 9:00 am
• PSE&G trimming and fall planting discussions

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission voted unanimously to deny a resident's request to waive the assessed value of a town tree at 631 Freeland Avenue. The commission also approved tree preservation releases for three properties, returned tree planting deposits to two residents, and authorized a memorial tree planting using trust funds. No other substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Denied waiving assessed value of town tree at 631 Freeland Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved tree preservation releases for 183 Crest Drive, 88 East Century Road, 357 South Terhune Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved return of $350 street tree planting deposit to residents at 690 Bryant Street and 159 Stuart Street (unanimous)
• Approved use of trust funds for memorial tree planting at Fairway Oaks for Mary Jane Raschen, Scott Wilke, and Joseph Payoczkowski (unanimous)
• Approved authorization to pay bills (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is meeting to finalize plans for the Fall Clean Up Day 2022 and discuss 2023 budget requests. They will also plan 2023 calendar dates for events like Earth Day, Clean Up Days, and the Styrofoam Drive, and begin developing a three-year vision plan. The meeting includes public comment and approval of minutes.

• Final planning for Fall Clean Up Day 2022
• Discussion of 2023 budget requests
• Planning 2023 calendar dates for Earth Day, Clean Up Days, Styrofoam Drive
• Beginning development of the PEC Three Year Vision Plan
• Paramus Fall Festival on October 1, 2022, 11AM-3PM

The Paramus Environmental Commission approved minutes from August and discussed several upcoming events, including a Community Cleanup Day on September 17, 2022, and the Fall Festival on October 1, 2022. They also discussed a resident's concerns about tree removal and flooding, and considered future initiatives such as a QR code for events, Styrofoam collection, and a three-year plan. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was largely planning and discussion.

• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Paramus Community Cleanup Day on September 17, 2022, with ~130 volunteers
• Discussed attending Paramus Fall Festival on October 1, 2022, with 2-hour shifts
• Discussed resident Diana Light's concerns about tree removal and flooding
• Discussed potential Styrofoam compactor with BCUA
• Discussed budget proposal to be finalized by first week of October
• Discussed three-year plan to be finalized at reorganization meeting
• Decided to continue meeting at 8pm (no change)

Board of Health

The Paramus Board of Health is holding its regular meeting on September 12, 2022. The agenda includes approval of minutes, reports from the Health Officer, Board President, Council Liaison, and staff, as well as discussion of public health matters and pending licenses and permits. No major decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be routine procedural business.

• Approval of minutes from June 13, 2022 meeting
• Health Officer's report
• Staff reports from Environmental, Deputy Registrar's, Nurses', Health Education & LHOC
• Licenses & permits pending approval (09/12/2022)
• Upcoming meeting dates: November 14 and December 12

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two commercial applications. One seeks variances to build townhouses on Paramus Road, and the other to build a Dunkin Donuts with a drive-thru on Gertrude Ave. The board will also consider resolutions for prior dockets and approve minutes and bills.

• Docket 7181: Silvmit LLC, 527 Paramus Road, proposes 3 townhouse buildings (3 units each), needs variances for multi-family and front-yard parking
• Docket 7133: MBP Realty LLC, 134 & 127 Gertrude Ave, proposes Dunkin Donuts with drive-thru, requests variances for buffer width, curb cut, and distance to residential
• Resolutions for Dockets 7183 (Jacob), 7184 (Rodriguez), 7173 (Millennium/Care One)
• Approval of minutes from August 25, 2022

The Board of Adjustment approved a site plan for a Dunkin Donuts at 134 & 127 Gertrude Ave, with conditions including a rain garden, lighting review, and no tractor trailers. The vote was 5-2, with Ricchiuti and Sullivan opposed. The board also postponed docket 7181 (Silvmit) to October 13, 2022, approved minutes from August 25, 2022, and appointed Mobin Sheikh as Vice Chairman.

• Approved Dunkin Donuts site plan with conditions (5-2)
• Postponed docket 7181 (Silvmit) to October 13, 2022
• Approved minutes from August 25, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved resolution for docket 7183 (Rodriguez) (4-0)
• Approved resolution for docket 7184 (Jacobs) (4-0)
• Approved payment of bills (7-0)
• Appointed Mobin Sheikh as Vice Chairman (6-1)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss correspondence, review committee reports, and consider payments. The agenda includes public requests for membership refunds and day pass policy changes, as well as bid specifications for janitorial and snack bar services.

• Public request from Kateryna Villanueva to reconsider membership refund or carryover due to volunteer work with displaced Ukrainian families
• Public request from Gerilyn Frey regarding day pass policy after 2 PM
• Bid specs for janitorial, prep & paint, and summer/winterization services sent for review
• Bid specs for snack bar services sent for review
• Payments totaling $17,848.42 including Buckman Inc chemicals, Nautilus Swimming Pools equipment, and Murray Cleaning Service

The Paramus Pool Commission voted unanimously to deny a refund request from a Ukrainian volunteer and to remove day passes for the 2023 season. They also approved minutes from August 11 and discussed Pike Dive Academy proposals, including a year-round dive program and summer partnership, but no decisions were made on those items. Bills totaling $17,428.42 were approved.

• Denied refund request from Kateryna Villanueva
• Removed day passes for the 2023 season
• Approved minutes from August 11 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $17,428.42

Golf Commission

The Golf Commission will review August financial reports and general manager updates regarding equipment and staff. The meeting includes discussions on next year's fees, fall leagues, and cancellation policies.

• Review of August finance report
• Discussion of fees for next year
• Discussion of 18 Hole PM leagues for this fall
• Discussion of lottery and league cancellation policy
• Review of restaurant, fuel tanks, and scholarship items

The Paramus Golf Commission discussed several operational matters, including a proposal to pass credit card fees to customers for next year's fees, a policy to discount afternoon lottery tee times, and ongoing course maintenance issues such as aeration and water supply. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussed as proposals or reports.

• Discussed passing credit card fees to consumers for next year's fees (no vote taken)
• Discussed discounting lottery tee times after 12pm and ending them last weekend in August (no vote taken)
• Discussed policy for lottery and league cancellations (no vote taken)
• Approved minutes from August 2nd meeting (motion by Brunner, seconded by Bonino)
• Scheduled next meeting for October 4th at 6:30 pm at the Golf Course

Affordable Housing

The Paramus Affordable Housing Corp appointed DeCotiis, FitzPatrick, Cole & Giblin, LLP as legal counsel for a two-year term, approved a $20,000 grant to Behnke Senior Housing for senior activities, and authorized the director to take a Borough car home with prior notice. The board also discussed a $7 million redeveloper contribution from Russo that has not yet been paid, and noted the formal withdrawal of a refinance for Behnke.

• Appointed DeCotiis, FitzPatrick, Cole & Giblin, LLP as legal counsel for 2 years (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 grant to Behnke Senior Housing for senior activities
• Approved Director of Housing taking Borough car home, with condition to notify administration
• Approved wording of interlocal agreements making stipends payable to Director of PAHC (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The council approved three ordinances on final reading: foreclosure/vacant property registration, part-time employee salaries, and a new Director of Fleet Services position. Councilwoman Bellinger raised concerns about Borough Administrator Hector Olmo receiving vehicle maintenance on his personal vehicle using Borough facilities and employees, and questioned the funding source for his new vehicle. Mayor LaBarbiera ordered an immediate stop to any work on outside vehicles. The council also approved several resolutions including tax appeal settlements, personnel actions, and a social media archiving subscription.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-19 amending foreclosure/vacant property registration (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-22 fixing part-time employee salaries (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-23 creating Director of Fleet Services position (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-09-552 for social media archiving subscription at $5,988 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-09-554 appointing full-time police telecommunicator at $41,008.08/year (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-09-555 transferring DPW laborer to Shade Tree and Parks at $34,070/year (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-09-551 for emergency services parking lot agreement with Stanford Atrium (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-09-550 for accumulated vacation time payout to Kyle Van Haasteren (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on site plans for a training facility and an amended site plan for Alpine Learning Group. The board will also consider resolutions for several commercial properties and a medical building at Bergen Town Center.

• UE Bergen Mall Owners, LLC: Preliminary & Final Site Plan for a four-story medical building at Bergen Town Center
• The Ridgewood Country Club: Major Site Plan for a training facility and shed at 96 W. Midland Ave
• Alpine Learning Group, Inc.: Amended Site Plan and Major Soil Movement at 777 Paramus Road
• 113-117 Midland Avenue, LLC: Minor Subdivision at 113-117 Midland Avenue
• A2 Enterprises, LLC: Request for a two-year extension of Board approval for Resolution # 2020-024

The Paramus Planning Board approved five resolutions and three new site-plan applications at its September 1, 2022 meeting. All votes were unanimous. The board granted extensions for a prior approval at 99 Paramus Road and approved major site plans for The Ridgewood Country Club (golf training facility/shed), Alpine Learning Group (school expansion), and New Concepts for Living (adult day care). No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved Resolution #22-19 (A. Sauer Associates II, LLC) (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-20 (Thirty-Five Plaza Associates, LLC) (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-21 (Alexander & Kerri Miloseski, 810 Highland Avenue) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-22 (113-117 Midland Avenue, LLC) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-23 (UE Bergen Mall Owners, LLC) (3-0)
• Approved two-year extension of Resolution #2020-024 for 99 Paramus Road (6-0)
• Approved Ridgewood Country Club major site plan for golf training facility/shed (5-0)
• Approved Alpine Learning Group amended site plan for two-story school expansion (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four applications: two residential requests for fence height and rear yard setback variances, and two commercial amendments to previously approved site plans involving height, parking, and buffer variances. One commercial application has been withdrawn. The board will also consider resolutions for four prior dockets and approve minutes from the July 14 meeting.

• Docket 7184: 6-foot fence in front yard at 75 Azalea Street (variance from Sec. 429-40)
• Docket 7183: Two-story addition at 374 Elmwood Drive with 21-foot rear yard setback (required 30 feet)
• Docket 7172: Harvest Realty Estate Holdings application withdrawn
• Docket 7117: 762 Route 17 – height 43.4 ft (max 36), parking 105 (required 186), dining setbacks
• Docket 6096: 770-776 Route 17 – buffer 30.5 ft (required 50), parking 510 (required 577)

The Board of Adjustment approved two residential variance requests: a six-foot fence at 75 Azalea Street and a two-story addition at 374 Elmwood Drive, both unanimously. A commercial application for amendments to prior approvals at 662 & 770 Route 17 was continued to September 22, 2022, after the applicant withdrew proposed outdoor dining. Three resolutions from prior dockets were also approved.

• Approved 6-ft fence at 75 Azalea Street (5-0)
• Approved two-story addition at 374 Elmwood Drive (5-0)
• Continued commercial application for Laganella Properties to Sept. 22, 2022
• Approved resolution for Docket 7179 – Jack Daniels Motors (4-0)
• Approved resolution for Docket 7179 – Petruzzella (4-0)
• Approved resolution for Docket 7180 – Connelly (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 14, 2022 (5-0)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on the 2022 municipal budget and consider a $7.25 million bond ordinance for public improvements. They will also introduce ordinances on foreclosure registration, medicinal cannabis dispensaries, zoning, and part-time employee salaries, and vote on numerous resolutions including road resurfacing contracts and personnel appointments.

• Public hearing on CY 2022 municipal budget (Resolution 22-08-412)
• Bond ordinance 2022-18: $7,250,000 for public improvements and equipment
• Ordinance 2022-19: amending foreclosure and vacant property registration
• Ordinance 2022-20: amending medicinal cannabis dispensary regulations
• Resolution 22-08-501: $742,914.64 contract to Murray Paving for road resurfacing

The Paramus Mayor and Council adopted the 2022 municipal budget (6-0) and approved a $7.25 million bond ordinance for public improvements and equipment. Two ordinances to allow recreational cannabis sales failed on introduction. The council also awarded a $742,914.64 road resurfacing contract and approved numerous personnel actions.

• Adopted 2022 municipal budget (6-0)
• Approved $7.25M bond ordinance for public improvements and equipment (6-0)
• Failed ordinances 2022-20 and 2022-21 to allow recreational cannabis dispensaries and zoning
• Awarded $742,914.64 road resurfacing contract to Murray Paving and Concrete, LLC
• Approved purchase of two Ford F-350 trucks for Shade Tree Department
• Approved promotions of two police officers to Sergeant Step F at $160,780/year
• Approved promotions of two officers to Detective Sergeant Step F at $167,862/year
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with PBA Local 186

Recreation Commission

The Paramus Recreation Commission is holding a regular public meeting to discuss and potentially approve various recreational matters. Key topics include the resignation of an assistant park maintenance director, updates on tackle and cheer programs, park maintenance and playground improvements, facility rentals, and the upcoming Fall Festival. The meeting will also include public comment, a closed session, and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Assistant Director of Park Maintenance resignation
• New playground parts delivered and installed August 2nd; mulch added at Besen Park, McEllen Park, Madison, Faber
• Long-term baseball and fall soccer rental fee structures
• Parkway temporary lights request
• Fall Festival scheduled for October 1st, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

The Paramus Recreation Commission unanimously approved the current financial report and the minutes from the June 22nd meeting. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on reports from the Director and Assistant Directors regarding upcoming programs, facility updates, and a resident's comment on equal playing time in travel basketball.

• Approved current financial report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 22nd meeting (unanimous)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is meeting to discuss correspondence, including a proposed year-round dive program partnership with Pike Dive Academy, a coffee truck, a membership refund, and a Boy Scout swim merit badge event. The commission will also approve minutes, pay bills, and address old and new business.

• Pike Dive Academy proposes year-round dive program with 15% tuition share to Paramus
• Pike Dive Academy requests banner display, discounted diver memberships, and 2023 summer clinic
• Kateryna Villanueva requests membership refund for hosting a Ukrainian family
• Boy Scout Troop 138 to use pool Aug 21 for swim merit badge
• Bills include $3,805 and $3,224 to Buckman Inc. for chemicals, $2,827.33 to Nautilus Swimming Pools for grates

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission denied a membership refund request, citing the Borough's no-refund policy. For the 2023 season, the commission decided to eliminate day passes and weekend memberships. They also discussed potential partnerships and improvements, including a possible dive program with Pike Dive Academy, which will attend the September meeting for further discussion.

• Denied membership refund for Kateryna Villanueva due to no-refund policy
• Decided no day passes for 2023 season
• Decided to remove weekend membership for 2023 season
• Approved minutes of July 14 meeting unanimously
• Approved payment of bills totaling $12,318.50
• Tabled Pike Dive Academy partnership for September meeting

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including reports from the Borough Council and Planning Board, and to plan upcoming community events. They will update on the Fall Farmers Market and National Night Out, and organize the Paramus Community Clean Up Day scheduled for September 17, 2022, as well as an intern program for marketing and social media.

• Paramus Community Clean Up Day – Saturday Sept. 17, 2022, with 6 sites
• Update on Fall Farmers Market
• National Night Out
• Environmental Committee Intern Program – Marketing/Social Media Focus
• Approval of July minutes

The commission agreed to remove Farmers Market signs and banners due to no vendor sign-ups by the August 15 deadline, with a decision on cancellation pending a meeting with Nicole. They also set September 17 for Community Cleanup Day, limited to six sites, and scheduled a special August 29 meeting for 2023 budget and planning.

• Approved July minutes (all in favor)
• Agreed to remove Farmers Market signs and banners due to no vendors
• Set September 17, 2022 for Community Cleanup Day
• Limited cleanup sites to six, final decision at September meeting
• Scheduled special meeting August 29 for 2023 budget and 3-year plan

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several site plan amendments and tenancy changes. The meeting includes public hearings for a major soil movement permit and a site plan for a Chick-fil-A location.

• Chick-fil-A (718 Route 17): Preliminary & Final Site Plan, Variances, Major Soil Movement, and Signage
• BJ’s Wholesale Club (30 Route 17): Amended Site Plans
• The Vineyard School - Preschool, LLC (11 Park Place): Final Plan, Tenancy and Parking Variance
• Alexander & Kerri Miloseski (810 Highland Avenue): Major Soil Movement Permit
• Home Elegance Furniture, LLC (E. 50 Route 4): Amended Site Plan and Signage

The Paramus Planning Board approved a preliminary and final site plan, variance, major soil movement permit, and signage for a Chick-fil-A restaurant at 718 Route 17. The board also approved five resolutions, including extensions for Valley Hospital and Yeshivat Shalshelet, an amended site plan for BJ's Wholesale Club, a final site plan for The Vineyard Schools-Preschool, and a site plan for Home Elegance Furniture. Additionally, a major soil movement permit was granted for a residence at 810 Highland Avenue.

• Approved Chick-fil-A preliminary & final site plan, variance, major soil, signage (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-14, Valley Hospital extension of approvals (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-15, Yeshivat Shalshelet (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-16, BJ's Wholesale Club amended site plan (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-17, The Vineyard Schools-Preschool final site plan and parking variance (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-18, Home Elegance Furniture (5-0)
• Approved major soil movement permit for Alexander & Kerri Miloseski at 810 Highland Avenue (8-0)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (8-0) and accepted minutes from July 7, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council is holding a special work session to consider two resolutions: accepting a proposal from Alaimo Engineering Group for design and construction administration of Sorbello Road improvements funded by FY2022 CDBG, and amending a prior resolution to enter a grant agreement for the FY21 Bergen County Community Development Block Grant. The meeting also includes routine items like the Open Public Meetings Act notification, roll call, council reports, and public comments.

• Resolution 22-08-480: Accept Alaimo Engineering Group proposal for Sorbello Road improvements (FY2022 CDBG)
• Resolution 22-08-481: Amend Resolution 22-07-242 for FY21 Bergen County CDBG grant agreement
• Resolution 22-08-479: Close meeting to public (executive session)
• Public comments on any governmental item

The Paramus Mayor and Council held a special work session on August 4, 2022, and approved two resolutions. They accepted a proposal from Alaimo Engineering Group for design and construction administration of Sorbello Road improvements under the FY2022 CDBG program, and amended a prior resolution to enter a grant agreement for the FY21 Bergen County Community Development Block Grant. Both resolutions passed 5-0, with Councilwoman Bellinger absent.

• Accepted Alaimo Engineering Group proposal for Sorbello Road improvements (5-0)
• Amended Resolution 22-07-242 for FY21 Bergen County CDBG grant agreement (5-0)

Golf Commission

The commission will review the July finance report and a report from the General Manager regarding course conditions, equipment, and budget. Discussion topics include the restaurant, online tee times, fuel tanks, and the Walter Kelly Scholarship.

• July finance report
• General Manager/Superintendent report
• Discussion of restaurant and online tee times
• Discussion of fuel tanks
• Walter Kelly Scholarship

The Paramus Golf Commission unanimously agreed that the course should pay for a required exhaust hood over the restaurant's exhaust and for moving the AC unit, as requested by the Fire Marshal. The commission also discussed capital bonding priorities, with the general manager recommending against bonding for new maintenance equipment to preserve capacity for a future irrigation system. No formal votes were taken on other matters; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Agreed unanimously that the course should pay for restaurant exhaust hood and AC unit move
• Approved minutes from July 7th meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for September 6th at 6:30 pm

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three commercial applications along Route 17, each seeking variances from zoning rules. The board will also vote on resolutions for four prior dockets and approve minutes from its July 14 meeting.

• Docket 7172: Harvest Realty Estate Holdings, 670 Route 17 North, seeks interior modifications for autobody shop, service center, offices, and dealership use, contrary to distance and expansion rules
• Docket 7117: Laganella Property, 762 Route 17, proposes 43.4-foot height (36 max), 105 parking spaces (186 required), and reduced dining setbacks
• Docket 6096: Paramus Design Center, 770-776 Route 17, proposes 30.5-foot buffer (50 required) and 510 parking spaces (577 required)
• Resolutions for Dockets 7178, 7173, 7179, and 7180
• Minutes of July 14, 2022 to be approved

Pool Commission

The commission discussed a lack of lifeguard availability for late August. The meeting also addressed a request for a season pass refund and a request from Boy Scout Troop 138 to use the intermediate pool.

• Discussion regarding no lifeguard availability for end of August
• Kateryna Villanueva requesting a family season pass refund
• Boy Scout Troop 138 requesting use of intermediate pool on August 21

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Paramus Shade Tree & Parks Commission is meeting to consider tree removal requests and appeals, including an appeal for 631 Freeland Avenue and a removal request for 122 Haase Avenue. They will also review tree preservation releases for three properties, discuss tree planting fee returns, memorial tree plantings, a PSE&G restitution request, and authorize bill payments. Updates on the sidewalk program and other park projects are also on the agenda.

• Removal Request Appeal – 631 Freeland Avenue
• Removal Request – 122 Haase Avenue
• Tree Preservation Release – 183 Crest Drive, 88 East Century Road, 357 South Terhune Avenue
• Tree Planting Fees – requesting return
• PSE&G Restitution Request

The commission denied appeals for tree preservation forfeitures at 293 Alpine Drive and 29 N. Farview Avenue, and tabled a restitution waiver request for 361 Elmwood Drive. It also approved releases for three tree preservation sites and authorized bill payments.

• Approved tree preservation releases at 70 Knollwood Drive, 70 Glen Avenue, 346 Elliot Place (all in favor)
• Denied appeal for tree preservation forfeiture at 293 Alpine Drive (motion by Minervini, seconded by Les)
• Denied appeal to waive tree value payment at 29 N. Farview Avenue (all in favor)
• Tabled restitution waiver request for 361 Elmwood Drive pending K. Raschen's return
• Authorized payment of bills (all in favor)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (all in favor)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2021 municipal budget, along with considering numerous resolutions including tax appeal settlements, shared services agreements, and personnel appointments. The agenda also includes ordinances on street trimming notices and a cap bank, as well as requests for block parties and other community events.

• Public hearing and resolution for the CY 2021 municipal budget
• Ordinance 2022-17 to amend streets and sidewalks notice-to-trim rules
• Ordinance 2022-15 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Resolution to contribute up to 25% of costs for traffic signal at Spring Valley Road and Route 4 eastbound ramp
• Resolution authorizing shared services agreements for snow plowing, fleet maintenance, and court administrator

The Paramus Mayor and Council tabled the 2022 municipal budget resolution (22-07-412) after a public hearing where the auditor discussed the lack of surplus and tax levy cap. They approved an amendment to the budget (22-07-474) and introduced two ordinances, including a $7.25 million bond ordinance for public improvements. The budget will be adopted after DLGS approval.

• Tabled 2022 municipal budget resolution 22-07-412 (5-0)
• Approved amendment to 2022 municipal budget resolution 22-07-474 (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance 2022-17 amending streets and sidewalks code (5-0)
• Introduced bond ordinance 2022-18 for $7,250,000 in public improvements (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance 2022-15 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance 2022-16 creating new title and updating job description/salary scale (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 60+ resolutions (5-0)
• Approved block party and event permits for Abbott Road, Buttonwood Drive, Brock Court, Syriac Orthodox Church, and 200 Club (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a bifurcated application by Silvmit LLC to demolish existing structures and build three 2-1/2 story townhouse buildings with three units each at 527 Paramus Road. The proposal requires variances because multi-family structures are not permitted and parking would be in the front yard. The board will also consider resolutions for several prior dockets and approve the minutes from June 23, 2022.

• Public hearing: Silvmit LLC, Block 4001 Lot 9, 527 Paramus Road – three 2-1/2 story townhouse buildings, 3 units each, variances for Sec. 429-46 (multi-family not permitted) and Sec. 429-32 (front yard parking)
• Resolutions: Docket 7177 (PSE&G), Docket 7173 (Millennium/Care One), Docket 7179 (Petruzzella), Docket 7180 (Connolly), Docket 7178 (Jack Daniels Auto)
• Approval of minutes from June 23, 2022

The Board of Adjustment continued the public hearing for Docket No. 7181, a proposed townhouse development at 527 Paramus Road, to September 8, 2022. No decision was made on the application. The board approved the June 23, 2022 minutes and a resolution for Docket No. 7177 (PSE&G).

• Continued Docket No. 7181 (townhouses at 527 Paramus Road) to September 8, 2022
• Approved June 23, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Docket No. 7177 (PSE&G) (5-0)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is meeting to handle correspondence, including requests for a mermaid tail safety program, a free membership for a Ukrainian family, swim lesson refunds, and special accommodations. The commission will also review committee reports, discuss new business like a football and cheer event, and approve payments for pool chemicals and supplies.

• Request to teach mermaid tail safety classes by Sandra Walder
• Request to extend membership to a Ukrainian family of 5
• Refund requests for swim lessons from Shiri Segal
• Payment of $5,774.60 to Buckman Inc for chemicals
• Football and Cheer event scheduled for July 27, 7-10 PM

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission met on July 14, 2022, and approved the minutes and payment of bills. The commission voted no on several requests, including a mermaid safety class, a membership extension for a Ukraine family, swim lesson refunds, and a pool waiver for a 3.5-year-old. They agreed to work with a mobile coffee vendor and to address duck issues with added security.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Denied mermaid tail safety class request
• Denied membership extension for Ukraine family
• Denied swim lesson refund request
• Agreed to work with Zing mobile coffee (permits via borough clerk)
• Denied pool waiver for 3.5-year-old
• Approved payment of bills totaling $14,704.01
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss routine business and upcoming community events. They will review reports, approve minutes, and continue planning the fall cleanup day, volunteer communication, and a farmers market update. New business includes potential dates for Earth Day 2023 and participation in National Night Out.

• Paramus Community Fall Clean Up Day scheduled for Saturday, September 17, 2022
• Volunteer communication approval
• Farmers market update
• Earth Day 2023 potential date discussion
• National Night Out on August 2, 2022

The Paramus Environmental Commission approved the June minutes and discussed upcoming events, including a community cleanup on September 17, 2022, and participation in National Night Out on August 2. No formal resolutions or ordinances were voted on; all actions were procedural or planning-related.

• Approved June minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:10 PM (all in favor)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several site plan applications and requests for extension of previous approvals. Items include a preschool's final plan and various amended site plans for businesses on Route 4.

• The Vineyard School-Preschool, LLC. (11 Park Place) preliminary site plan and change of use
• The Vineyard School-Preschool, LLC. (11 Park Place) final plan, tenancy, and parking variance
• A. Sauer Associates II, LLC. (E. 81 Route 4 W) amended site plan
• Home Elegance Furniture, LLC. (E. 50 Route 4) amended site plan and signage
• The Valley Hospital Inc. two-year extensions for resolutions 2019-21 and 2019-23

The Paramus Planning Board held a public hearing on July 7, 2022, with four applications on the agenda, all carried from prior meetings. No substantive decisions (approvals, denials, or tabling votes) were recorded in the minutes; the meeting appears to have been procedural, including roll call, resolutions, and public comment. The minutes from June 16, 2022, were approved, and vouchers were approved for payment.

• Approved minutes from June 16, 2022 meeting
• Approved vouchers to be paid

Golf Commission

The Golf Commission will review reports on course conditions, staffing, and budget. The body will discuss old business regarding the restaurant and online tee times, and address a new match issue in the Men’s Senior Championship flight.

• Match issue in the Men’s Senior Championship flight
• Restaurant and food truck updates
• Online tee times
• Fuel tanks
• Walter Kelly Scholarship

The Paramus Golf Commission meeting on July 5, 2022, was largely informational, with no formal votes or decisions taken. The commission discussed ongoing issues including irrigation system failures, the status of the new restaurant (which has applied for a liquor license), and the upcoming capital budget for equipment. The meeting also included public comments and updates on tournaments and leagues.

• Approved minutes from June 7 meeting (motion by Rob Thompson, seconded by Steve Waxman)
• Discussed final ruling on Men's Senior Championship based on scorecard submission
• Noted irrigation system issues and ongoing repairs
• Reviewed finance report showing June income up 6.3% over last 5 years
• Discussed restaurant progress, including liquor license application and planned elevated deck
• Agreed to penalize no-show lottery tee time holders (discussion only)
• Noted fuel tank issue resolved, awaiting state fine
• Discussed need to bid credit card processor for Apple Pay support

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on June 23, 2022, including a commercial application from Millennium/Care One for a two-story addition, outdoor patio, and two generators at 90 & 100 Ridgewood Avenue, with requested variances for floor area ratio, building coverage, and impervious coverage. The SG Industrial Acquisitions application at 120 Route 17 has been postponed to August 11, 2022. The board will also consider resolutions for dockets 7177 (PSE&G), 7148 (750 Paramus LLC), and 7173 (Millennium/Care One), approve minutes from June 9, 2022, and handle bills and adjournment.

• Millennium/Care One: two-story addition, outdoor patio, two generators at 90 & 100 Ridgewood Avenue (Block 6725, Lot 1)
• Variances requested: FAR 40% vs 35% permitted; building coverage 32% vs 25%; impervious 68% vs 60%
• SG Industrial Acquisitions (Docket 7174) postponed to August 11, 2022
• Resolutions for Docket 7177 (PSE&G) and Docket 7148 (750 Paramus LLC)
• Minutes of June 9, 2022 to be approved

The Board of Adjustment approved Docket No. 7173 for Millennium/Care One at 90 & 100 Ridgewood Ave, allowing two generators, a patio, and an addition, with conditions including fire suppression, a construction supervisor, a staging plan, and a lease agreement with the Women's Club. The vote was unanimous (7-0). The board also approved a resolution for Docket No. 7148 (750 Paramus LLC), the June 9, 2022 minutes, and payment of bills.

• Approved Docket No. 7173 (Millennium/Care One) for generators, patio, and addition with conditions (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Docket No. 7148 (750 Paramus LLC) (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 9, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved payment of bills (7-0)

Recreation Commission

The Paramus Recreation Commission is holding a regular public meeting to discuss and potentially approve various recreation matters, including facility rentals, park maintenance updates, and the upcoming Fall Festival. The agenda includes a closed session for spectator attendance/coaching applications and facility rental matters, followed by finance and minutes approvals, and reports from the director and committees.

• Yankee Game rental at Sports Complex July 11-15, fee $4,975 for 5 days
• Sports Complex closed until 7/6/22 for 4th of July preparation
• Reid Park swing set and Fairway Oakes slide removed
• 130 replacement playground parts for Corby installation
• Fall Festival scheduled for October 1st, rain date October 2nd

The Paramus Recreation Commission met on June 22, 2022, and unanimously approved the current financial report and the minutes from the June 2nd meeting. The commission also entered and exited closed session unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted primarily of reports from the Director and Assistant Director on various programs and facility updates.

• Approved current financial report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 2nd meeting (unanimous)
• Entered closed session at 7:16 PM (unanimous)
• Exited closed session at 7:32 PM (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Paramus Planning Board approved a preliminary and final site plan for a four-story medical building at Bergen Town Center, along with variances and signage. The board also approved a minor subdivision for 113-117 Midland Avenue, preserving a historic house, and granted two resolution extensions. A site plan for Home Elegance Furniture was carried to the next meeting.

• Approved UE Bergen Mall Owners, LLC medical building site plan with variances (5-0)
• Approved 113-117 Midland Avenue minor subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-11, 650 From Road extension of prior approvals (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-12, Revicki Farms extension (5-0)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (7-0)
• Accepted minutes from June 2 & 9, 2022 meetings (7-0)
• Carried Home Elegance Furniture site plan to July 7, 2022 meeting

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting to vote on the 2022 municipal budget, a $15 million tax anticipation note issuance, and several ordinances including a cap bank and anti-nepotism policy. They will also discuss a street name change for Mack Center Drive and consider a redevelopment agreement with JK Farm and Realty LLC, along with numerous personnel appointments and contracts.

• Resolution 22-06-374: Authorizing up to $15,000,000 in tax anticipation notes for 2022
• Resolution 22-06-373: Municipal budget for fiscal year 2022
• Ordinance 2022-15: Exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish cap bank
• Ordinance 2022-16: Create new title 'Golf Instructor'
• Resolution 22-06-388: Redevelopment agreement with JK Farm and Realty LLC

The council adopted the 2022 municipal budget, which includes a 4.1% tax levy increase, and authorized up to $15 million in tax anticipation notes. They also introduced ordinances to exceed budget appropriation limits and create a golf instructor title, and passed an anti-nepotism policy on a 5-1 vote. Several operational items were approved, including night work permits and the golf course concession award.

• Adopted 2022 municipal budget with 4.1% tax increase (6-0)
• Authorized issuance of up to $15M tax anticipation notes (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance creating 'Golf Instructor' title (6-0)
• Adopted anti-nepotism policy (5-1)
• Awarded golf course food & beverage concession to Taverna on the Green, LLC
• Approved night work permits for IKEA, Bergen Town Center, PSE&G, and Just Jersey Fest
• Approved raffle applications for Elks and Boys & Girls Clubs (6-0)

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss routine business and upcoming events. They will review reports from the Borough Council, Planning Board, and social media, and discuss old business including a recap of Earth Day and the fall farmers market. New business includes planning the fall community cleanup day and setting up an intern program focused on marketing and social media.

• Fall Community Clean Up Day set for Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022
• Fall Farmers Market update
• Environmental Committee Intern Program with marketing/social media focus
• Earth Day final recap from April 30, 2022

The Paramus Environmental Commission met on June 13, 2022, and approved the May minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on planning a community cleanup event for September 17, 2022, and discussing participation in upcoming events like National Night Out and a July 4th parade float.

• Approved May minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned at 9:44 PM (all in favor)

Board of Health

The Paramus Board of Health is holding its regular June 2022 meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes and receiving reports, but also includes discussion of amending health ordinances related to animals and fees, and a proposed $750 annual fee for the Bergen County Health Improvement Partnership.

• Discussion of amending Paramus Health Ordinances regarding Animals and Fees
• Proposed $750 annual fee for Bergen County Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP)
• Unfinished business: Charles Lorber Memorial Scholarship Fund
• Approval of minutes from May 16, 2022 meeting
• Licenses and permits pending approval (dated 06/10/2022)

The Paramus Board of Health approved the Health Officer's Report, staff reports, and multiple license resolutions (food, restaurant, kitchen) as submitted. The Board discussed potentially withdrawing from the Bergen County Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP) due to a $750 annual fee and limited local benefit, deciding to consult the Borough Attorney. No final action was taken on the CHIP withdrawal or on proposed ordinances regarding pet limits, fence requirements, or food license fees.

• Approved Health Officer's Report as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved staff reports as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-6-1 Food Establishment Licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-6-2 Restaurant Licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-6-3 Kitchen Licenses (unanimous)
• Decided to meet with Borough Attorney to discuss options for withdrawing from Bergen County CHIP

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a special public hearing regarding a preliminary and final site plan, variance, and major soil movement permit for 99 Paramus, LLC. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss GCGS Associates, LLC. v. Planning Board of the Borough of Paramus.

• Public hearing for 99 Paramus, LLC. at 681 Paramus Rd and 143 W. Ridgewood Ave
• Site plan, variance, and major soil movement permit discussion

The Planning Board discussed the amended preliminary and final site plan for 99 Paramus, LLC at 681 Paramus Rd. and 143 W. Ridgewood Ave., but took no vote and carried the application to the July 7, 2022 meeting. The board also voted 7-0 to enter closed session to discuss pending litigation in GCGS Associates, LLC vs. Planning Board.

• Carried 99 Paramus, LLC site plan application to 7/7/22 meeting
• Approved closed session to discuss pending litigation (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three applications, including a proposal by Jack Daniels Motors to convert a building at 180 Route 4 West into an Audi and Volkswagen dealership, which requires multiple variances. The board will also consider two residential variance requests and vote on resolutions for previously heard applications.

• Jack Daniels Motors: convert building to Audi/VW dealership at 180 Route 4 West; variances for lot size (5.1 acres vs 4 max), greenery setback (0 ft vs 15 ft), parking setback (0 ft vs 15 ft), sign limits, and waivers for stall size/aisle width; postponed from May 12
• Petruzzella (Docket 7179): expand non-conforming two-family dwelling at 186 W. Midland Avenue, contrary to Sec. 429-11
• Connolly (Docket 7180): one-story addition at 238 Carletta Court with side yard setbacks of 6'-3" (required 10') and 17.7' total (required 20')
• Resolutions for Dockets 7176 (Paramus Hyundai), 7177 (PSE&G), 7148 (750 Paramus LLC), and 7173 (Millennium)

The Paramus Board of Adjustment approved all three applications before it. Docket 7179 (Petruzzella) for expanding a two-family dwelling at 186 W. Midland Avenue was approved with a condition to receive a copy of the deed. Docket 7180 (Connolly) for a one-story addition at 238 Carletta Court was approved with conditions to install egress windows and evergreen landscaping. Docket 7178 (Jack Daniels Motors) for converting an existing building into two car dealerships at 180 Route 4 West was approved with conditions including compliance with the Boswell report, lighting requirements, and sign modifications. A resolution for Docket 7176 (Paramus Hyundai) was also approved.

• Approved Docket 7179 Petruzzella: expand two-family dwelling at 186 W. Midland Avenue, with condition to receive copy of deed (6-0)
• Approved Docket 7180 Connolly: one-story addition at 238 Carletta Court, with conditions for egress windows and 5-6 foot evergreens (6-0)
• Approved Docket 7178 Jack Daniels Motors: convert existing building to two car dealerships at 180 Route 4 West, with conditions including Boswell report compliance, lighting review, and sign reductions (6-0)
• Approved resolution for Docket 7176 Paramus Hyundai (6-0)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss correspondence, including a request from Hanmoory Church Summer School to rent the pool for 60 kids on July 29. Committee reports cover a water heater issue needing an electrician, a need for a Saturday cook, and several bill payments for repairs and supplies.

• Hanmoory Church Summer School requests pool rental for 60 kids on July 29 morning
• Water heater humming in women's room, electrician needed
• Snack bar needs a cook for Saturdays
• Payments: Wallington Plumbing & Heating $100.78, Home Depot $15.81, Buckman Inc $87.12, IEH San Pure $300
• Pike Dive Academy to address the public via Zoom

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission denied rental requests from Hanmoory Church Summer School and Vineyard Schools, approved the May 26 minutes, and approved payment of bills totaling $503.71. The commission also hired a new dive coach and discussed a potential dive clinic.

• Approved May 26 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Hanmoory Church Summer School pool rental request for July 29
• Denied Vineyard Schools pool rental request
• Approved payment of bills totaling $503.71 (unanimous)
• Hired new dive coach Dora, certified USA coach

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Paramus Shade Tree & Parks Commission is meeting to review tree removal requests, preservation releases, and appeals, including one for 29 Farview Avenue. The superintendent and assistant superintendent will also report on spring planting, PSE&G line clearance, and updates on the sidewalk program and July 4 fireworks.

• Removal request appeal for 29 Farview Avenue
• Tree preservation releases for 70 Knollwood Drive, 92 Glen Avenue, 346 Elliot Place, and 293 Alpine Drive (appeal)
• PSE&G line clearance
• Spring planting
• Authorization to pay bills

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission approved the release of tree preservations at 739 Galda Road, finding no issues with tree health. They also authorized payment of bills and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The meeting was procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Approved release of tree preservations at 739 Galda Road (all in favor)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Authorized payment of bills (all in favor)

Golf Commission

The Golf Commission will review the May finance report and reports from the General Manager and Superintendent. The body will discuss old business regarding the restaurant, online tee times, and fuel tanks. A closed session is scheduled to discuss contracts and personnel.

• Discussion of restaurant and food truck
• Review of online tee times
• Discussion of head golf professional
• Review of fuel tanks
• Walter Kelly Scholarship

The Paramus Golf Commission met on June 7, 2022, and discussed several operational matters. The restaurant contract fell through, and the Mayor and Council held a special meeting to put it out to bid again. The commission also discussed staffing shortages, including the need for a senior office clerk and a full-time golf pro, and reviewed a positive financial report showing May income up 11% over the last five years. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was primarily informational and discussion-based.

• Approved minutes from May 3rd meeting (motion by Jack Brunner, seconded by Bob Bonino)
• Chairman Lepselter to email Borough Administration recommending hiring a senior office clerk for golf
• Commission to revisit Golf Pro position in a few months due to lack of applicants
• Course to explore food truck on a 90-day basis after restaurant vendor backed out
• Commission to look into 24-hour cancellation policy for weekend lottery tee times for next season
• Commission to provide round counts compared to last years at next meeting

Planning Board

The Paramus Planning Board will hold public hearings to consider site plans and tenancy changes. The board will also vote on resolutions for projects at 650 From Road and 305 Route 17S.

• Chick-fil-A: Preliminary and final site plan, variances, and signage at 718 Route 17
• The Vineyard School-Preschool, LLC: Change of tenancy and parking variance at 11 Park Place
• Thirty-Five Plaza Associates, LLC: Tenancy for 3 stores and signage at E.65 Route 4 West
• Yeshivat Shalshelet, Inc.: Change of tenancy at W. 80 Century Road
• 650 From Road, LLC: Extension of approvals for Resolution # 2020-015

The Paramus Planning Board approved Resolution #22-09 for 650 From Road, LLC and Resolution #22-10 for Kid's Empire, LLC. They also granted a one-year extension of prior approvals for 650 From Road, LLC, and approved tenancy changes for Yeshivat Shalshelet, Inc. and Thirty-Five Plaza Associates, LLC. Two applications were carried to future meetings: The Vineyard School-Preschool, LLC (to 7/7/22) and Chick-fil-A (to 8/4/22).

• Approved Resolution #22-09 for 650 From Road, LLC (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-10 for Kid's Empire, LLC (5-0)
• Granted one-year extension of approvals for 650 From Road, LLC (4-0)
• Approved tenancy change for Yeshivat Shalshelet, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved tenancy and signage for Thirty-Five Plaza Associates, LLC (5-0)
• Carried Vineyard School-Preschool application to 7/7/22 meeting
• Carried Chick-fil-A application to 8/4/22 meeting
• Approved vouchers to be paid (6-0)

Recreation Commission

The Paramus Recreation Commission is holding a regular public meeting to discuss and potentially approve various recreation matters. Key items include facility rentals, park maintenance updates, and summer program preparations. The agenda also includes a closed session for spectator attendance/coaching applications and facility rental matters.

• Facility rental: Yankee Game at Sports Complex July 11-15, fee $4,975 for 5 days
• Sports Complex closed for 4th of July preparation until 7/6/22
• Reid Park swing set and Fairway Oakes slide removed
• Special Needs Carnival at Sports Complex denied
• Fall Festival scheduled for October 1st (rain date October 2nd)

The Paramus Recreation Commission met on June 2, 2022, and approved the current financial report and the minutes from the April 27 meeting, both unanimously. The commission discussed various program updates, including the 7th Grade Cheer Squad roster cap at 32 participants, and noted that a Bergen County Open Space Grant for outdoor fitness equipment is pending approval. No other formal decisions were made; most items were informational or requests for feedback.

• Approved current financial report (unanimous)
• Approved April 27 minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed 7th Grade Cheer Squad roster capped at 32 participants
• No objections to hosting Fall Festival on September 24 with rain date October 1

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a commercial application from Millennium/Care One for a two-story addition, outdoor patio, and two generators at 90 and 100 Ridgewood Ave. The project requires variances for expansion of a non-permitted use, exceeding the floor area ratio, building coverage, and impervious coverage limits. The board will also consider resolutions for three other dockets: Paramus Hyundai, PSE&G Substation, and 750 Paramus.

• Public hearing on Docket 7173: two-story addition, outdoor patio, and two generators at 90 and 100 Ridgewood Ave
• Variances sought for non-permitted use expansion, 49% FAR vs 35% allowed, 32% building coverage vs 25% allowed, 68% impervious vs 60% allowed
• Resolution for Docket 7176 – Paramus Hyundai
• Resolution for Docket 7177 – PSE&G Substation
• Resolution for Docket 7148 – 750 Paramus

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss correspondence including rental requests from NY Kayak Polo and Big Blue Swim School, and review committee reports and bills. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes and payment of bills, with no major policy decisions listed.

• NY Kayak Polo requests pool rental Sept. 10-11, 2022
• Big Blue Swim School requests rental July 5-8 for employee training
• Payment of bills totaling $5,919.24 including $3,383.66 to Buckman Inc for chemicals
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2022 meeting

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission met on May 25, 2022, and approved the minutes from May 12. The commission denied all rental requests, including those from NY Kayak Polo, Big Blue Swim School, and Stony Lane, due to capacity or scheduling constraints. They also approved a list of bills totaling approximately $6,669.49 and discussed pool maintenance issues, including a filter problem and ADA chair repair.

• Approved minutes from May 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Denied NY Kayak Polo rental request for Sept. 10-11
• Denied Big Blue Swim School rental request for July 5-8
• Denied Stony Lane pool day request (exceeds 25-guest cap)
• Approved bills totaling $6,669.49 (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting to introduce an anti-nepotism ordinance and vote on numerous resolutions, including tax appeals, contracts, and appointments. The agenda also includes several requests for special events and a closed session for pending litigation.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2022-14 to establish an anti-nepotism policy (Chapter 95)
• Resolution 22-05-360 authorizing tax appeal for 556 Route 17 (Block 6202 Lot 1)
• Resolution 22-05-363 awarding golf course food & beverage concession to Highlawn, Inc.
• Resolution 22-05-366 accepting Alaimo Engineering proposal for $7,500 for Supporta Drive street lighting construction administration
• Resolution 22-05-339 and 22-05-340 for NJDOT pedestrian safety grant applications at Farview Ave/Midland Ave and Forest Ave/Spring Valley Rd intersections

The Paramus Mayor and Council introduced Ordinance 2022-14, establishing an anti-nepotism policy, in a 5-1 vote with Councilwoman Bellinger dissenting. They also appointed Steve Waxman to the unexpired Golf Commission position (6-0) and approved a consent agenda of resolutions including payments, tax appeals, appointments, and contracts. Several special event permits were approved, while one request for Sunday parking lot work was denied.

• Introduced anti-nepotism ordinance 2022-14 (5-1)
• Appointed Steve Waxman to Golf Commission (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 36 resolutions (6-0)
• Approved Church of Annunciation outdoor concert Aug 28
• Approved Octapharma BBQ June 21
• Approved Dogwood Court block party June 4
• Denied 501S17 LLC Sunday parking lot work at Staples Center
• Approved Arcola Country Club fireworks July 1

Planning Board

The scheduled meeting for May 19, 2022, has been canceled. All agenda items have been carried to future meeting dates.

• Yeshivat Shalshelet, Inc. (W. 80 Century Road) carried to June 2nd meeting
• Paramus Ridgewood, LLC. (677 Paramus Road) carried to July 7th meeting
• Home Elegance Furniture, LLC. (E. 50 Route 4) carried to June 16th meeting

Board of Health

The Paramus Board of Health is holding its regular May 16, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes, reports from the health officer and staff, and pending licenses. Notable items include dissolving standing committees in favor of ad hoc committees, unfinished business on a scholarship fund and a part-time clerk position, and an update on a Bergen County community health partnership.

• Dissolving standing committees and implementing ad hoc committees
• Charles Lorber Memorial Scholarship Fund (unfinished business)
• Part-time office clerk position (unfinished business)
• Community Health Improvement Partnership of Bergen County background and update
• Licenses and permits pending approval from 03/14/2022 and 05/16/2022

The Paramus Board of Health approved 11 license resolutions for food establishments, restaurants, kitchens, salons, body art, and vending machines. The board also heard the Health Officer's report on COVID-19 activity, including a rise in cases and the closure of the municipal pool testing site, and approved staff reports. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions on the Charles Lorber Scholarship and committee dissolution were informational.

• Approved Resolution 22-5-1 through 22-5-11 for various licenses (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Health Officer's Report as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved staff reports as submitted (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on commercial applications. The Jack Daniels Motors proposal to convert a building at 180 Route 4 West into an Audi/Volkswagen dealership is continued from April 28, with several variances and waivers requested. The Millennium/Care One application for 90 & 100 Ridgewood Ave has been postponed to May 26. The board will also consider resolutions for three prior dockets and approve minutes from the last meeting.

• Jack Daniels Motors: conditional use for car dealership at 180 Route 4 West, Block 103, Lots 2 & 12
• Variances sought for lot size (5.1 acres vs 4 max), greenery distance, parking setback, and sign area
• Waivers requested for stall size and aisle width
• Millennium/Care One: two-story addition, patio, generators postponed to May 26
• Resolutions for Paramus Hyundai, PSE&G substation, and 750 Paramus LLC

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from April 14 and 28, 2022, open the floor to public comment, and receive committee reports on pool maintenance, snack bar setup, and other operations. The commission will also review the budget and consider payment of several bills totaling over $850. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 14 and April 28, 2022
• Buildings & Grounds report: pool acid washed and painted, offices and doors painted, concrete work needed next season
• Snack bar received first orders and is setting up
• Payment of bills: Marrone Pest Management $55.00, Home Depot $26.96, Central Security Installations $372, Home Depot $226.77, Dux Paint $172.25
• Meeting open to the public

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission met on May 12, 2022, and approved the minutes from April 14 and April 28, 2022, unanimously. They also approved a request from Adventure Crew to advertise on the pool bulletin board. The commission approved payment of bills totaling $852.98. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were reports or discussions.

• Approved minutes from April 14 and April 28, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Adventure Crew bulletin board advertisement
• Approved bills: Marrone Pest Management $55.00, Home Depot $26.96, Central Security Installations $372.00, Home Depot $226.77, Dux Paint $172.25

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will review several items including a large-scale bond ordinance for equipment and infrastructure, various personnel appointments, and utility agreements. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Valley Hospital street lamps and the Behnke Housing Complex.

• Bond Ordinance 2022-12 to authorize $7,700,000 for public improvements, machinery, and vehicles
• Resolution authorizing agreement with E & K Associates, LLC for sanitary sewer lines at 577 Winters Avenue
• Resolution authorizing engineering escrow release of $7,650.55 to Blue Riviera Properties LLC
• Resolution authorizing a $7,200.00 rental fee for the Scarlet Swim Team to use the municipal pool
• Public hearing regarding a 2022 Bergen County Trust Fund grant application

The Paramus Mayor and Council approved a bond ordinance amendment appropriating $7.7 million for public improvements and equipment, and denied a request for a July 3 food truck festival at Paramus Park Mall. They also approved several event permits, including a Touch a Truck event and a June 12 food truck festival, and moved into closed session for litigation and personnel matters.

• Approved bond ordinance amendment 2022-12 appropriating $7.7M (5-0-1)
• Approved ordinance 2022-13 amending Paramus Code sections 210-5(A) and 210-5(C) (6-0)
• Denied Just Jersey Fest food truck festival at Paramus Park Mall on July 3, 2022
• Approved Junior League Touch a Truck event at Garden State Plaza on May 22, 2022
• Approved Just Jersey Fest food truck festival at Paramus Park Mall on June 12, 2022
• Approved motion to close meeting to public for litigation, personnel, and shared service negotiation (6-0)
• Approved minutes from March 8, March 22, April 4, April 6, and April 19 meetings
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions 22-05-328, 22-05-329, and 22-05-330

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is meeting to review recent community events, including the April 23 Community Clean Up Day and April 30 Earth Day, and to discuss updates on the New Jersey plastic bag ban that took effect May 4, 2022. They will also begin planning a fall community cleanup event scheduled for September 17, 2022, including recruiting and confirming the date.

• Recap of Paramus Community Clean Up Day (April 23, 2022)
• Recap of Paramus Earth Day (April 30, 2022)
• Update on NJ Plastic Bag Ban (effective May 4, 2022)
• Planning for Fall Community Clean Up Event (September 17, 2022)
• Farmers Market update

The Paramus Environmental Commission approved the April minutes and discussed several event recaps, including a successful community cleanup and Earth Day. They decided to write a business plan to propose the town purchase a Styrofoam machine instead of paying $125 per truck load, and set a community discussion for the June 13th meeting to plan the September 17th cleanup. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved April 11th and 25th minutes (all in favor)
• Set community discussion for June 13th to plan 9/17/22 cleanup
• Agreed to write business plan for Styrofoam machine purchase

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding site plan applications and variances. Items include a project at 681 Paramus Rd & 143 W. Ridgewood Ave and a four-story medical building at the Bergen Town Center.

• 99 Paramus, LLC: Site Plan, Variance, and Major Soil Movement Permit for 681 Paramus Rd & 143 W. Ridgewood Ave
• UE Bergen Mall Owner, LLC: Site Plan and Variance for a four-story medical building at Bergen Town Center

The Paramus Planning Board heard two applications but made no final decisions, carrying both to future meetings. The 99 Paramus, LLC application for a CVS and restaurant at 681 Paramus Rd. & 143 W. Ridgewood Ave was continued to a special in-person hearing on June 9, 2022, to allow opposing counsel to question witnesses. The UE Bergen Mall Owners, LLC application for a four-story medical building at Bergen Town Center-West Side was carried to the June 16, 2022 meeting. The board also approved vouchers and the minutes from the April 21, 2022 meeting, both by unanimous 8-0 votes.

• Carried 99 Paramus, LLC site plan application to special hearing June 9, 2022
• Carried UE Bergen Mall Owners, LLC medical building application to June 16, 2022 meeting
• Approved vouchers to be paid (8-0)
• Accepted minutes from April 21, 2022 meeting (8-0)

Golf Commission

The Golf Commission will review the April finance report and updates from the General Manager and Superintendent. The body will discuss old business regarding the restaurant and online tee times, as well as new business concerning fuel tanks and a food truck.

• Discussion of fuel tanks
• Discussion of food truck
• Review of Walter Kelly Scholarship
• Updates on restaurant and online tee times
• Closed session for contracts and personnel

The Paramus Golf Commission met on May 3, 2022, and approved the minutes from the April 5 and amended March 1 meetings. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters. The commission discussed the fuel tanks being out of compliance with DEP, a new scholarship fund in Walter Kelly's name, and various operational updates.

• Approved minutes from April 5 meeting (motion by Bonino, seconded by Lambert)
• Approved amended minutes from March 1 meeting (motion by Brunner, seconded by Lambert)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission met on April 14, 2022, and approved the minutes from the March 24 meeting. The commission discussed a request from United Soccer for an August date, but noted they lack staff to support events that month. They also addressed insurance forms, difficulty finding managers, and plans to interview clerks and lifeguards, plus a lifeguard course in June.

• Approved minutes from 3/24/22 meeting
• United Soccer requested August date; no staff support available
• Need to submit insurance form to NJPMA
• Scheduling interviews for clerks and lifeguards
• Approved payment of $87.96 to Home Depot for door paint

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission met on April 28, 2022, but lacked a quorum, so the minutes from the previous meeting could not be approved. The commission denied a request from Happy Tail Animal Rescue to host a dog 'Pool Paw-ty' after the season, citing lack of staff and chemicals. They also replied that an early morning lap swim request could not be accommodated this season. The commission hired new staff, completed concrete work on a leak, and drained the pool for painting.

• Denied Happy Tail Animal Rescue's 'Pool Paw-ty' request (no staff/chemicals)
• Replied early morning lap swim request cannot be accommodated this season
• Hired new staff members after interviews
• Completed concrete work for pool leak
• Drained pool and ready to paint
• Approved payment of $17.87 to Home Depot for batteries

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a proposal by Jack Daniels Motors to convert an existing building at 180 Route 4 West into a new Audi and Volkswagen dealership. The application requires multiple variances and waivers, including for lot size, impervious coverage, planted area, parking setbacks, and signage. One other application, Docket No. 7173, has been postponed to May 12, 2022. The board will also consider resolutions for prior dockets, approve minutes, and pay bills.

• Jack Daniels Motors: convert building to Audi/Volkswagen dealership at 180 Route 4 West (Block 103, Lots 2 & 12)
• Variances sought: conditional use, impervious coverage 81% (max 80%), planted area 19% (min 25%), parking setback 0 ft (required 15 ft)
• Waivers requested for sign area/number, stall size, and aisle width
• Docket 7173 (Millennium/Care One, 90 & 100 Ridgewood Ave) postponed to May 12, 2022
• Resolutions for Dockets 7176 (Paramus Hyundai), 7177 (PSE&G substation), and 7148 (750 Paramus LLC)

The Board of Adjustment heard a proposal from Jack Daniels Motors to convert a former Lord & Taylor outlet into two new car dealerships (Audi and Volkswagen) at 180 Route 4 W. The application was continued to May 12, 2022, with no decision made. The board also approved the March 24 minutes and paid bills.

• Continued Docket No. 7178 (Jack Daniels Motors) to May 12, 2022
• Approved March 24, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Approved payment of bills (7-0)

Recreation Commission

The Paramus Recreation Commission is holding a regular public meeting to discuss and potentially decide on various recreation matters. Items include reviewing a coach of the year event, football and cheerleading updates, summer playground staffing rates, park maintenance, and Bergen County Open Space grants. The commission will also consider new business such as fall festival planning, repurposing prior grant funds for Petruska Park, and adding online forms to the website.

• Bergen County Open Space Grants: 2022 Sports Complex Playground/Outdoor Fitness
• Bergen County Open Space Repurposing: 2016-2019 Petruska Park Improvements
• Facility Rental Fees – Long Term
• Summer Playground Asst. Director Starting Rate
• Website online forms: Permit Application, Summer Playground Application, Background Check, Intent to Coach

The Paramus Recreation Commission met on April 27, 2022, and unanimously approved the current financial report and the minutes from the March 23 meeting. The commission heard reports from the Director and Assistant Directors on various programs, including the successful Coach of the Year event, summer playground registration, and the start of the Special Needs Basketball Program. No major policy decisions were made; most items were informational updates.

• Approved current financial report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 23 meeting (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is holding a special Earth Day meeting to review the upcoming Earth Day event, including the final vendor list, setup requirements, and committee responsibilities. The meeting also includes a presentation on Foodcyle and plans for a movie night featuring 'Fern Gully'.

• Earth Day event on April 30, 2022, with rain date May 14, 2022
• Final vendor list review
• Setup requirements and committee responsibilities
• Movie night at dusk featuring 'Fern Gully'
• Foodcyle presentation

The Environmental Commission met and discussed a potential pilot program for in-home food cycler composting units, with estimated costs of $150 per home plus $100 per unit from the Borough for 250 homes. They also reviewed logistics for the upcoming Earth Day event on April 30, including vendor lists, performances, and equipment needs. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and planning-focused.

• Discussed food cycler pilot program (no vote)
• Reviewed Earth Day event logistics (no vote)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding amended site plans and major soil movement permits. The agenda also includes the review of meeting minutes from April 7th, 2022, and the approval of vouchers.

• Kid’s Empire, LLC. amended site plan for 305 Route 17S
• Revicki Farms, LLC. preliminary and final major site plan at 337 Spring Valley Road
• Major soil movement permit for 337 Spring Valley Road

The Paramus Planning Board approved two major applications. Kids Empire, LLC received approval for an amended site plan, tenancy, and signage at 305 Route 17S, including a variance for a 166 sq. ft. wall sign (100 sq. ft. permitted), with a 9-0 vote. Revicki Farms, LLC received preliminary and final major site plan approval for 24 two-bedroom townhomes at 337 Spring Valley Road, including a major soil movement permit and a lighting spillage waiver, with an 8-1 vote. The board also approved vouchers and accepted the April 7th meeting minutes, both 9-0.

• Approved Kids Empire, LLC amended site plan, tenancy & signage at 305 Route 17S (9-0)
• Granted wall sign variance of 166 sq. ft. for Kids Empire (9-0)
• Approved Revicki Farms, LLC preliminary & final major site plan for 24 townhomes at 337 Spring Valley Road (8-1)
• Approved major soil movement application for Revicki Farms (8-1)
• Granted lighting spillage waiver for Revicki Farms (8-1)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (9-0)
• Accepted minutes from April 7, 2022 meeting (9-0)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting with resolutions, ordinances, and reports. Key items include a bond ordinance amendment for public improvements, several contract awards, and appointments. The agenda also includes a closed session for a property auction.

• Bond ordinance 2022-12 amending 2021-33 for $7.7M in public improvements
• Ordinance 2022-13 amending Paramus Code sections 210-5(A) and 210-5(C)
• Resolution 22-04-271: $52,000 to Alaimo Group for 2022 sewer main lining
• Resolution 22-04-272: $6,500 to Alaimo Group for senior center parking lot
• Resolution 22-04-280: shared service agreement with Teaneck for fleet repair

Pool Commission

The Commission discussed the need to schedule interviews for clerks and lifeguards and noted a planned lifeguard course in June. The meeting also addressed a request from United Soccer and upcoming building and grounds inspections.

• Scheduling of clerk and lifeguard interviews
• Lifeguard course scheduled for June
• Building & Grounds walkthrough scheduled for April 18
• Payment to Home Depot for door paint in the amount of $87.96

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission met on April 14, 2022, and unanimously approved the minutes from the March 24 meeting. The commission discussed a request from United Soccer for an August date but noted a lack of staff to support events that month. They also scheduled interviews for clerks and lifeguards, planned a lifeguard course for June, and scheduled a building and grounds walkthrough for April 18. The meeting adjourned at 7:13 pm.

• Approved minutes from 3/24/22 (unanimous)
• Discussed United Soccer August request; no decision due to staffing
• Scheduled interviews for clerks and lifeguards
• Scheduled lifeguard course for June
• Scheduled Building & Grounds walkthrough for April 18
• Approved payment of bills: Home Depot door paint $87.96 (unanimous)

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Paramus Shade Tree & Parks Commission is meeting to review the superintendent's report, which includes a tree preservation release for 739 Galda Road, updates on 2021 tree-related reports, an Earth Day sapling give-away, and authorization to pay bills. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items.

• Tree preservation release for 739 Galda Road
• Earth Day tree sapling give-away on Saturday, April 30
• Update on 2021 reports: Tree City, Tree City Growth, Tree Cities of the World, NJ Urban & Community Forestry
• Authorization to pay bills

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission approved tree preservation releases for properties on Alpine Drive, Buttonwood Drive, and Franklin Place, with a $5,000 cap for the oak removal on Alpine Drive. They also approved installing memorial trees for three individuals and discussed budget concerns, sidewalk program bidding, and the upcoming Earth Day seedling giveaway. No public comments were made, and all motions passed unanimously.

• Approved tree preservation release for 293 Alpine Drive, excluding 28" oak, with forfeit capped at $5,000 (all in favor)
• Approved tree preservation releases for 270 Buttonwood Drive and 331 Franklin Place (all in favor)
• Approved authorization to pay bills (all in favor)
• Approved installing memorial trees for J. Payoczkowski, S. Wilkie, and M.J. Raschen (all in favor)
• Approved motion to look into refurbishing Welcome to Paramus signs (all in favor)
• Approved moving April's meeting to 6:00 pm (all in favor)

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss routine business and updates on several environmental initiatives. They will review past meeting minutes, hear reports from the Borough Council and Planning Board, and discuss upcoming events including Paramus Clean Up Day and Earth Day. New business includes updates on the Book Bin relocation, the NJ plastic bag ban, and a state grant application.

• Paramus Clean Up Day on Saturday, April 23, 2022
• Earth Day event on April 30, 2022, with movie 'Fern Gully: The Last Rainforest'
• Farmers Market seasonal options update
• NJ Plastic Bag Ban update effective May 4, 2022
• State grant application discussion

The Paramus Environmental Commission met on April 11, 2022, and approved minutes from previous meetings. They voted to proceed with Community Clean-up Day #1 on April 23, 2022, assigning specific sites to members. They also discussed Earth Day events on April 30, including a Styrofoam drive and various activities, and noted the state plastic bag ban effective May 4.

• Approved minutes from Feb 15, Feb 22, Mar 14, and Mar 28 meetings (all in favor)
• Approved Community Clean-up Day #1 sites for April 23 (all in favor)
• Discussed Earth Day April 30 events including Styrofoam drive and activities
• Noted state plastic bag ban effective May 4

Planning Board

The Paramus Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding site plan approvals and improvements. The board will also address resolutions for Two River Fitness and Fogo de Chao Churrascaria.

• 650 From Road, LLC: Major Preliminary & Final Site Plan, Conditional Use Approval, Soil Movement, Drainage Permit, and Signage
• BJ’s Wholesale Club (30 Route 17): Amended Plans and Site Improvements
• Two River Fitness, LLC (299-319 Route 17 South): Tenancy resolution
• Fogo de Chao Churrascaria, LLC (One Garden State Plaza): Amended Site Plan and Exterior Renovations resolution

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting to appoint a new council member, discuss a turf field division, and vote on a series of resolutions including the payment of bills, support for Ukraine, and various appointments. The agenda also includes public comments and several ordinances and resolutions for approval.

• Appointment of new council member
• Discussion on turf field division
• Resolution authorizing payment of bills
• Resolution in support of the people of Ukraine
• Ordinance 2022-11 amending Chapter 259 on Golf and Country Clubs

The Paramus Mayor and Council appointed Jorge Quintana to fill a vacant Council seat by a 5-0 vote. The Council also approved several event permits, denied a request to waive Sunday blue laws for salons, and adopted a consent agenda with numerous resolutions including the Children's Library addition bid and various personnel actions. A resolution addressing a Washington Township development was added to the agenda.

• Appointed Jorge Quintana to vacant Council seat (5-0)
• Approved All American Corvette Club car show at Kohl's Shopping Center July 3, 2022
• Approved MegaBite Events Farmers Markets at Garden State Plaza May 22-Nov 20, 2022
• Approved St. Athanasios Greek Festival May 19-22, 2022
• Denied Salons by JC request to waive Sunday blue laws
• Approved Pfister Energy solar installation at PC Richards Route 17 on April 19, 2022
• Approved Primrose School Spring Fling event
• Adopted consent agenda including Children's Library addition bid to Practical, LLC

Golf Commission

The commission will review the March finance report and a report from the General Manager regarding maintenance, lottery, leagues, and equipment. Discussion includes restaurant operations, online tee times, and full-time job openings.

• Review of March finance report
• General Manager/Superintendent report on maintenance and equipment
• Discussion of restaurant operations
• Discussion of online tee times
• Discussion of full-time employment openings

The Paramus Golf Commission approved a motion to explore applying for grant money to build a permanent bathroom building at Mini Golf. The commission also discussed decommissioning a 1990 test well, funded from pond renovation capital, and reviewed reports showing increased rounds and income. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved motion to look into grant application for permanent bathrooms at Mini Golf (motion by Thompson, second by Bonino)
• Discussed decommissioning 1990 test well, funded from pond renovation capital (no formal vote)
• Approved minutes from March 1st meeting (motion by Lambert, second by Brunner)

Mayor & Council

The agenda consists of procedural items and a presentation by the Paramus Library. No specific legislative actions or ordinances are listed for decision.

• Notification of meetings per The Open Public Meetings Act
• Presentation to Mayor & Council by Paramus Library

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is meeting to continue planning its Earth Day celebration, including vendors, door prizes, setup, and food vendors. They will also receive an update on the farmers market.

• Earth Day event scheduled for April 30, 2022 (rain date May 14) with theme 'Restore – replenish – reconnect'
• Movie night featuring 'Fern Gully: The Last Rainforest' at 8 PM
• Discussion of vendor list, door prizes, setup needs, and food vendors
• Farmers market update

The Paramus Environmental Commission met virtually and focused on planning the April 30th Earth Day event, including finalizing the theme, vendors, entertainment, and a styrofoam drive. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily organizational and procedural.

• Set Earth Day theme: Restore/replenish/reconnect
• Scheduled Earth Day event for April 30th, 3pm-5pm
• Confirmed vendors: Trader Joe's, Moms Organic, REI, Woman's Club, Plant Society
• Planned styrofoam drive at high school front lot, 3-5pm
• Set art contest submission deadline: April 1st, 3pm at DPW office

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss correspondence, including a United Soccer event request. They will also review the engineer/pool manager's report, committee reports, budget, and payments for pool-related expenses.

• United Soccer event request for June 4 or 11, 6:45-10 PM, 75-100 people, all three pools
• Payment to Wayside Fence for kiddie pool fence: $8,385
• Payment to Gill ID Systems for ID cards and ribbons: $3,370
• Payment to GPG Enterprises for child AED pads: $197
• Payment to American Paper Towel for cleaning supplies: $2,824.56

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission denied a request from United Soccer to use all three pools on June 4 or 11 from 6:45-10:00 PM for 75-100 people, citing a full June schedule. The commission also approved the minutes from the 3/10/22 meeting and paid four bills totaling $14,776.56. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Denied United Soccer request for all three pools on June 4 or 11 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 3/10/22 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment to GPG Enterprises for child AED pads, $197
• Approved payment to Gill ID Systems for ID cards and ribbons, $3,370
• Approved payment to Wayside Fence for kiddie pool fence, $8,385
• Approved payment to American Paper Towel for cleaning supplies, $2,824.56

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three commercial applications seeking variances from zoning rules, including a proposed self-storage facility on Route 17 N, a two-story addition and patio on Ridgewood Avenue, and a warehouse/parking lot on Route 17. The board will also consider resolutions for three other dockets and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• 750 Paramus LLC: three-story self-storage at 750 Route 17 N, seeking variances for coverage, buffer, parking, curb cuts, and signage
• Millennium/Care One: two-story addition and patio at 90 & 100 Ridgewood Avenue, seeking variances for FAR, coverage, and impervious surface
• SG Industrial Acquisitions: demolish and reconstruct 29,488 SF structure and parking lot at 120 Route 17, seeking variance for warehousing and motor vehicle parking
• Resolutions for Docket Nos. 7175 (Karanxha), 7176 (Paramus Hyundai), 7177 (PSE&G Substation)
• Minutes of March 10, 2022 to be approved

Recreation Commission

The Commission is reviewing updates on park field readiness, including home plate replacement at Parkway South Field and new netting for the Sports Complex. The meeting also covers upcoming spring events, summer playground registration, and new adult sports programs.

• Park maintenance: Home plate replacement scheduled for Parkway South Field
• Summer Playground registration begins April 4th with a deadline of June 17th
• New Adult Outdoor Open Basketball and Adult Open Volleyball programs
• Tackle & Cheer intent forms due March 30, 2022
• Spring Spectacular/Paramus Bunny Pictures scheduled for April 2nd

The Paramus Recreation Commission met on March 23, 2022, and unanimously approved the minutes from the February 23 meeting and the current financial report. The meeting was largely informational, with the director and assistant directors providing updates on upcoming events, programs, and maintenance projects. No substantive policy decisions were made; the only formal actions were the approvals of the minutes and financial report.

• Approved minutes from February 23 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved current financial report (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting on March 22, 2022, to consider several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include a final vote on an ordinance amending town field rental fees, a resolution authorizing a commercial tax appeal settlement for Marks Realty LLC, and a resolution to advertise bids for recreation vehicles. The council will also consider appointments, personnel actions, and various routine resolutions.

• Ordinance 2022-10: Amends Chapter A460 (Fees) for town field rental
• Resolution 22-02-109: Authorizes settlement of 2020 and 2021 tax appeals for Marks Realty LLC
• Resolution 22-02-145: Authorizes advertising for bids for recreation vehicles
• Resolution 22-02-149: Authorizes award of 2022 removal of grass, leaves, and brush bid
• Resolution 22-03-211: Authorizes sick time payout of $3,192.75 to Virginia Capasso

The Paramus Mayor and Council approved a consent agenda containing over 20 resolutions, including a commercial tax appeal settlement, bid authorizations, appointments, and personnel actions. They also adopted an ordinance amending town field rental fees and approved two prior meeting minutes. The meeting included public comments on tree removal and a proposed cell tower, but no decisions were made on those topics.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-10 amending town field rental fees (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with resolutions 22-03-200 through 22-03-224 (5-0)
• Authorized commercial tax appeal settlement for Marks Realty (22-02-109)
• Authorized advertising for bids for recreation vehicles (22-02-145)
• Awarded 2022 removal of grass, leaves and brush bid (22-02-149)
• Approved minutes from Jan 2 and Jan 19 meetings (5-0)
• Approved raffle applications for five organizations
• Appointed Tom Caiaffa to Environmental Commission

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a preliminary and final minor site plan for solar panels at 100 Ikea Drive. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding tenancy at Route 17 South and exterior renovations at One Garden State Plaza.

• Distributed Solar Operations, LLC: Solar panel site plan for 100 Ikea Drive
• Two River Fitness, LLC: Tenancy hearing for 299-319 Route 17 South
• Fogo de Chao Churrascaria, LLC: Amended site plan and exterior renovations at One Garden State Plaza
• West Brook Middle School: Review of storm water and classroom upgrade plans for 560 Roosevelt Blvd
• Closed Session: Discussion regarding GCGS Associates, LLC. v. Planning Board of the Borough of Paramus

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss upcoming community events, including Earth Day and Paramus Clean Up Day, and to receive reports from borough council and planning board representatives. The agenda includes old business items like the Earth Day celebration and Farmers Market update, as well as new business such as the NJ plastic bag ban and battery bin placement.

• Earth Day event on April 30, 2022, with theme 'Restore-Replenish-Reconnect' and movie night featuring 'Fern Gully'
• Paramus Clean Up Day on April 23, 2022, with giveaway shopping bags from local stores
• Farmers Market update
• NJ Plastic Bag Ban update effective May 4, 2022
• Discussion on Paramus Battery Bin and Book Bin location

The Paramus Environmental Commission met virtually and approved the February and special Earth Day minutes. No formal resolutions were passed; the commission discussed the future of the farmers market, Earth Day 2022 plans, the state bag ban, and a possible recycling center expansion. The meeting was adjourned with all in favor.

• Approved February 15, 2022 minutes
• Approved special Earth Day minutes from February 22, 2022
• Discussed canceling farmers market, no decision made
• Discussed Earth Day 2022 vendors and sponsorships, no formal action
• Discussed state bag ban enforcement, no action taken
• Discussed recycling center expansion and battery bin, no decision
• Adjourned meeting at 9:47 PM

Board of Health

The Paramus Board of Health is holding its regular March 14, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, reports from the Health Officer, Board President, Council Liaison, and staff, as well as committee assignments, unfinished business on health education programs, and pending licenses and permits. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 28, 2022
• Health Officer's report
• Staff reports from Environmental, Deputy Registrar, Nurses, Health Education, and LHOC
• Standing committee assignments and review
• Licenses and permits pending approval

The Paramus Board of Health approved the February Health Officer's report and staff reports, and approved six resolutions for 2022 food, restaurant, kitchen, salon, body art, and vending machine licenses. The board also discussed an illegal scholarship bank account that must be returned or escheated, and planned a meeting to resolve the issue.

• Approved February 28, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Health Officer's Report for February
• Approved staff reports for February
• Approved Resolution 22-3-1: Food Establishment Licenses
• Approved Resolution 22-3-2: Restaurant Licenses
• Approved Resolution 22-3-3: Kitchen License
• Approved Resolution 22-3-4: Beauty/Nail Salon Licenses
• Approved Resolution 22-3-5: Body Art License and 22-3-6: Vending Machine Licenses

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is meeting to approve minutes and bills, and to discuss correspondence from schools, swim teams, and community groups requesting pool use for summer events. The agenda includes a request from George Washington Middle School for a pool day, a swim team practice schedule, and a summer program for gifted children. The commission will also review a pool manager's report and committee updates.

• George Washington Middle School pool day request for 175 students on June 21, rain date June 22
• Scarlet Swim Team request for practice times and a swim meet on June 17
• The Gifted Children Society summer program request for June 27-August 5
• Payment of bills including $1,611 for brochure printing and $674 for a first aid fridge
• Fence quotes for kiddie pool under Buildings & Grounds

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission approved several pool-use requests for the 2022 season, including George Washington Middle School, Scarlet Swim Team, Junior PD, and LEAD, while denying requests from The Gifted Children Society and Helen Smith Elementary School. The commission also approved fence quotes for the kiddie pool and final brochure approval, and paid bills totaling $4,399.35.

• Approved George Washington Middle School pool day for 175 students on June 21 (rain date June 22)
• Approved Scarlet Swim Team practice and swim meet requests
• Denied The Gifted Children Society summer program request
• Approved Junior PD July 1 request
• Approved LEAD requests for East Brook and West Brook
• Requested additional information from Paramus Soccer Club
• Denied Helen Smith Elementary School request
• Approved fence quotes for kiddie pool

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four applications, three residential and commercial, seeking variances from zoning rules. The board will also consider resolutions for three prior dockets and approve February minutes. All items are up for discussion and decision at this meeting.

• Karanxha: two-story additions at 124 Village Circle West, front yard setback 32'-2" and 29'-10" vs 35' required
• SG Industrial Acquisitions: demolish 7,040 SF structure, reconstruct 29,488 SF, parking lot at 120 Route 17, warehousing/parking not permitted
• Paramus Hyundai: amended site plan at 234 Route 4 West, parking stall 8.5'x18' vs 9'x18', impervious 88.9% vs 80% max, planted area 11.1% vs 20% min, aisle 24' vs 26' min
• PSE&G: upgrade piping, new utility building, natural gas generator at 126 Spring Valley Road, use not permitted
• Resolutions for Docket 7168 (Raghubans), 7142-G (Paul Miller), 7156-Appeal (Ferrante)

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission is reviewing tree preservation releases for three properties, discussing the budget for spring planting, and authorizing bill payments. The meeting is routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Tree preservation release for 293 Alpine Drive
• Tree preservation release for 270 Buttonwood Drive
• Tree preservation release for 331 Franklin Place
• Spring planting budget discussion
• Authorization to pay bills

The commission appointed D. Pries as Chairman, C. Hittel as Vice Chairman, and S. Dahl as Secretary, all unanimously. It approved a tree preservation release for 189 Lozier Court and authorized a letter to the mayor and council about equipment needs. The commission also moved its meetings to the Life Safety Complex and approved paying bills.

• Appointed D. Pries as Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed C. Hittel as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed S. Dahl as Commission Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved tree preservation release for 189 Lozier Court (unanimous)
• Approved motion to draft letter to mayor/council on equipment needs (unanimous)
• Approved authorization to pay bills (unanimous)
• Moved meetings to Life Safety Complex first floor (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting to consider several ordinances, including creating a Director of Paramus Golf Academy position and amending town field rental fees. They will also vote on resolutions, including a commercial tax appeal settlement, a $35,000 engineering contract for sewer pump stations, and various appointments and resignations. The agenda includes a consent agenda for routine resolutions and a closed session for personnel matters.

• Ordinance 2022-09: Creating Director of Paramus Golf Academy position with updated job description and salary scale
• Ordinance 2022-10: Amending Chapter A460 'Fees' for town field rental
• Resolution 22-02-109: Authorizing settlement of 2020 and 2021 tax appeals for Marks Realty, LLC
• Resolution 22-02-122: Accepting Boswell Engineering proposal for $35,000 for sanitary sewer pump station investigation
• Resolution 22-02-148: Authorizing agreement with Ridgewood YMCA Swim Team for pool use at $14,000 rental fee

The Paramus Mayor and Council voted 6-0 to hire Hector Olmo as Borough Administrator. Councilman Vartolone announced his resignation due to a new job. Several ordinances and resolutions were approved, including creating a Director of Paramus Golf Academy position and authorizing various appointments and contracts.

• Approved hiring Hector Olmo as Borough Administrator (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-09 creating Director of Paramus Golf Academy position (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-07 amending employment positions (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-08 amending fees chapter (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including YMCA pool agreement and various appointments (6-0)
• Accepted Boswell Engineering proposal for sanitary sewer pumping stations ($35,000) (6-0)
• Approved T-Mobile antenna modifications at 93 N. Farview Avenue (6-0)
• Approved retirement of DPW Director Guy Picone (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review several site plan amendments and conceptual presentations. Multiple applications, including those for Midland Avenue, Paramus Road, and BJ’s Wholesale Club, have been carried to future meeting dates.

• Amended Site Plan: Summit Health Management, LLC at E. 282 Route 4
• Amended Site Plan: The Valley Hospital, Inc. at multiple locations including Valley Health Plaza and Winters Avenue
• Conceptual Presentation: 14 Sunflower, LLC proposed a three-story mixed use building
• Preliminary & Final Site Plan, Variance, and Soil Movement Permit: 99 Paramus, LLC at 681 Paramus Rd & 143 W. Ridgewood Ave

Golf Commission

The Commission will review February finance reports and minutes from previous meetings. Discussion includes restaurant operations, online tee times, and full-time job openings.

• Review of February finance report
• Discussion regarding restaurant operations
• Discussion regarding online tee times
• Discussion regarding full-time openings

Board of Health

The Paramus Board of Health holds its annual reorganization meeting, electing a president and vice president, appointing a secretary and registrar, and reappointing health department staff. The board also sets its 2022 meeting schedule, approves payments, and authorizes agreements for occupational health and health education services.

• Election of Board President and Vice President for 2022
• Appointment of Deborah Druskin as Registrar of Vital Statistics (3-year term)
• Reappointment of health staff including Janice Fraioli, Supervising Public Health Nurse
• Resolution 22-2-8: Health Officer authorized to approve payments up to $400 without board approval
• Agreements with Holy Name Hospital for drug testing and Valley Hospital for health education

The Paramus Board of Health held its reorganization meeting and approved the 2022 operating budget, along with the election of officers and appointments. The board also approved several resolutions, including the rabies immunization program, agreements with Holy Name Hospital and Valley Hospital, and various licenses. The Health Officer's report for January was approved, which included discussion of the lifting of the school mask mandate and the 2021 annual report.

• Approved 2022 operating budget (5-0)
• Elected Dr. Eric Nazziola as President (5-0)
• Elected Ms. Zalaikha Javed Memon as Vice President (5-0)
• Appointed Joanna Adamiak as Secretary (5-0)
• Appointed Deborah Druskin as Registrar of Vital Statistics (5-0)
• Approved rabies immunization program for May 5, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Holy Name Hospital for occupational health services (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Valley Hospital for health education services (5-0)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss correspondence including requests from schools and community groups for pool use. They will also review committee reports, the budget, and pay bills totaling over $3,000.

• George Washington Middle School pool day request for 175 students on June 21
• Scarlet Swim Team practice and swim meet requests
• The Gifted Children Society summer program request for 80 campers and staff
• Payment of bills: D&I Printing $1,611, Home Depot $674, NJPMA Dues $400, Central Security $357
• Discussion of Small & Tall swim additional child pricing

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two commercial applications seeking variances. The first is for a two-story addition and outdoor patio at 90 & 100 Ridgewood Avenue, and the second is a bifurcated application to demolish and reconstruct a building at 120 Route 17. The board will also consider resolutions for several previously heard applications.

• Docket 7173: Millennium/Care One, 90 & 100 Ridgewood Ave, two-story addition and patio, variances for FAR (49% vs 35% allowed), building coverage (32% vs 25%), impervious coverage (68% vs 60%)
• Docket 7174: SG Industrial Acquisitions, 120 Route 17, demolish 7,040 SF structure, reconstruct 29,488 SF structure, parking lot for cars/vans/commercial vehicles, variances for warehousing and motor vehicle parking not permitted
• Resolutions for Dockets 7168, 7142-G, 7172, 7169, 7156-A

The Board of Adjustment held a routine meeting, approving a resolution for Docket No. 7169 (Parikh), the minutes from February 10, 2022, and payment of bills. Two other applications (Docket No. 7173 – Millennium/Care One and Docket No. 7174 – SG Industrial) were carried to future meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution for Docket No. 7169 (Parikh) (5-0)
• Approved February 10, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Approved payment of bills (5-0)
• Carried Docket No. 7173 – Millennium/Care One to March 24, 2022
• Carried Docket No. 7174 – SG Industrial to March 10, 2022

Recreation Commission

The Paramus Recreation Commission is holding a regular public meeting to discuss and potentially approve various recreation matters. Key items include park maintenance and capital improvements, such as a $14,000 quote for softball netting and the purchase of two vehicles (F150 and F350) from the 2021 capital budget. The commission will also review spring events like the Spring Spectacular and Bunny Pictures, and consider new business including facility rental fees and a special needs basketball clinic.

• Parks Vehicle Purchase: F150 - $32K, F350 - $70K (2021 Capital Budget)
• Complex Softball Netting – Quote: $14,000
• Spring Spectacular/Paramus Bunny Pictures – Saturday, April 2nd 12:00PM – 3:00PM
• Facility Rental Fees – Resident Private Programs (Spartans/United Soccer)
• Special Needs Spring Basketball Clinic – Wednesdays, April 20th – May 25th West Brook

The Paramus Recreation Commission met on February 23, 2022, and unanimously approved the January 2022 meeting minutes and the current financial report. The meeting included reports from council and BOE liaisons, and the director discussed upcoming events and programs, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved January 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved current financial report (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss plans for the Paramus Earth Day Celebration in April 2022. The agenda includes routine procedural items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, and roll call, with the main purpose being the Earth Day event planning.

• Discussion of Paramus Earth Day Celebration plans for April 2022

The commission approved plans for the April 30 Earth Day celebration, including the theme 'Restore/replenish/reconnect', a screening of 'Fern Gully', a Styrofoam drive, and a town cleanup on April 23. No formal resolutions or votes on policy were taken; all decisions were organizational.

• Approved Earth Day theme 'Restore/replenish/reconnect' (unanimous)
• Approved movie 'Fern Gully' for Earth Day (motion by Jamie, second by Shelli, all in favor)
• Scheduled town cleanup for April 23, 9am-1pm
• Planned Styrofoam drive at high school U-shaped lot during Earth Day
• Set poster contest deadline for April 11
• Requested Mayor to give opening speech at Earth Day
• Adjourned at 10:20 PM (motion by Mark, second by Jamie, all in favor)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will review a utility bill audit presentation from Koteen and Rotto Associates. The meeting includes discussions on amending employment positions, recreation fees, and golf fees.

• Presentation by Koteen and Rotto Associates regarding a utility bill audit
• Ordinance 2022-07 to amend employment positions not covered by collective bargaining
• Ordinance 2022-08 to amend recreation program fees
• Ordinance 2022-06 to amend golf and country club fees
• Resolution to award Trinity Court improvements to DLS Contracting Inc.

Planning Board

The February 17, 2022, meeting was canceled. All scheduled items have been carried over to the next meeting on March 3, 2022.

• 99 Paramus, LLC (697 Paramus Rd & 143 W. Ridgewood Ave): Preliminary & Final Site Plan, Variance, and Major Soil Movement Permit carried to March 3
• Paramus Ridgewood, LLC (677 Paramus Road): Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan, Bulk Variance, and Signage carried to March 3

Environmental Commission

The Paramus Environmental Commission approved keeping the farmers market on Wednesdays and moving it to the Petruska Park North lot (old location), with a requested start date of May 18th. The commission also discussed Earth Day 2022 plans for April 30th, including a possible movie night and Styrofoam drive, and scheduled a special meeting for February 22nd. The January minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved January minutes unanimously
• Approved keeping farmers market on Wednesdays
• Approved moving farmers market to Petruska Park North lot (old location)
• Requested farmers market start date of May 18th if possible
• Scheduled special meeting for February 22nd at 8pm via Zoom to discuss Earth Day

Golf Commission

The Golf Commission is meeting to discuss open positions at the golf course and other new business. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Discussion of open positions at Golf

The Paramus Golf Commission met on February 15, 2022, and discussed open positions at the golf course. The commission unanimously approved a motion to recommend a new job description to the Mayor and Council for approval. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved motion to recommend a new job description to the Mayor and Council (unanimous).

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a special public hearing to consider an application from 650 From Road, LLC. The board will review site plans and permits for a project located at 650 From Rd, Block 6303, Lot 1.

• Major Preliminary & Final Site Plan for 650 From Road, LLC
• Conditional Use Approval for 650 From Road, LLC
• Major Soil Movement and Drainage Permit for 650 From Road, LLC
• Signage approval for 650 From Road, LLC
• Review of Revised Traffic Impact Study and Traffic Signal Warrants for Mack Centre Dr

The Paramus Planning Board held a special virtual meeting on February 10, 2022, to discuss a major preliminary and final site plan application by 650 From Road, LLC for two residential apartment buildings with retail and parking at 650 From Road. The board heard testimony from the applicant's professionals and public comments, including from The Valley Hospital's attorney who had no objection. No decision was made; the application was carried to the April 7, 2022 meeting. The board also approved the minutes from the February 3, 2022 meeting (7-0).

• Approved minutes from February 3, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Carried 650 From Road application to April 7, 2022 meeting

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss pool day requests from schools and the YMCA, and vote on bills including concrete work, a flow meter replacement, and pool paint. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items.

• Spartan Construction concrete work: $12,000
• Nautilus Swimming Pools flow meter replacement: $1,910.54
• Nautilus Swimming Pool pool paint: $13,421
• Marrone Pest Management February treatment: $55.00
• School pool day requests: West Brook June 2, East Brook June 15, High School June 13

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three continued cases: a fence height appeal, a fence setback variance, and a digital billboard settlement. The board will also vote on resolutions for three other dockets and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Docket 7156: Ferrante appeal of administrative officer's decision (continued)
• Docket 7169: 6-foot fence at 1 Churchill Court, exceeding 3-foot limit (continued)
• Docket 7141-S: Pacific Outdoor Advertising two-sided digital billboard at 175 Route 4 W (settlement)
• Resolutions for Dockets 7168 (Raghubans), 7142-G (Paul Miller), 7172 (Bullard)

The Board of Adjustment denied an appeal by the Ferrantes challenging the construction official's decision to allow continued work on the Gomez property, ruling that the official correctly followed the Board's prior determination that only the second story was denied. The Board also approved a fence variance at 1 Churchill Court with conditions, approved a settlement agreement for Pacific Advertising, and approved a resolution for Docket No. 7172 (Bullard) and the January 27, 2022 minutes.

• Denied appeal of administrative officer's decision on Gomez application (7-0)
• Approved fence variance at 1 Churchill Court with condition of white estate fence along Paramus Road (7-0)
• Approved settlement agreement for Pacific Advertising at 175 Route 4 W (6-1, Ricchiuti opposed)
• Approved resolution for Docket No. 7172 – Bullard (6-0)
• Approved January 27, 2022 minutes (6-0)

Shade Tree & Parks Commission

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission is meeting to review the superintendent's report, which includes a tree preservation release for 189 Lozier Court, budget matters, PSEG trimming, equipment, spring planting, and authorization to pay bills. The assistant superintendent's report covers year-end reports, recertification for tree crews, and a tree climber position posting. The agenda is a mix of routine operational items and one specific property-related action.

• Tree Preservation Release for 189 Lozier Court
• Budget discussion
• PSEG trimming coordination
• Spring planting plans
• Authorization to pay bills

The Shade Tree & Parks Commission approved tree preservation releases for 119 Schimmel St and 624 Alberta Drive, with no issues on file. The commission also authorized payment of bills and discussed equipment fund reallocation due to cost overruns on a grapple saw/truck. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved tree preservation releases for 119 Schimmel St and 624 Alberta Drive (unanimous)
• Authorized payment of bills (unanimous)
• Discussed reallocating equipment funds due to grapple saw/truck cost overrun

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting on February 8, 2022, to consider resolutions authorizing settlements of commercial tax appeals, including those involving Paramus Park Shopping Center and other properties. The agenda also includes introduction of a golf fee ordinance, final adoption of several ordinances, and numerous routine resolutions for appointments, payments, and agreements.

• Resolution 22-02-108: Authorizes settling tax appeals for Paramus Park Shopping Center LP and related entities (multiple docket numbers)
• Resolution 22-02-109: Authorizes settling 2020 and 2021 tax appeals for Marks Realty, LLC
• Ordinance 2022-06 (intro): Amends golf and country club fees
• Ordinance 2022-01, 2022-03, 2022-04, 2022-05 (final): Various amendments to fees, job descriptions, and salaries
• Resolution 22-02-122: Accepts Boswell Engineering proposal for $35,000 for sanitary sewer pumping station investigation

The Paramus Mayor and Council held a public meeting on February 8, 2022, where they introduced an ordinance to amend golf fees (2022-06) and approved several other ordinances on final reading. They tabled three resolutions: one regarding a Boswell Engineering proposal, and two concerning vacation payouts for former Administrator Joseph D'Arco and retiring employee Guy Picone. The council also approved appointments to the Planning Board and Golf Commission, and authorized settlements for commercial tax appeals.

• Introduced Ordinance 2022-06 amending golf fees (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-01 amending job description/salary for Public Health Supervisor Assistant (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-03 amending land use fees (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-04 fixing part-time employee salaries (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-05 creating new title for Secretary Planning/Zoning Level 3 (4-0)
• Tabled Resolution 22-02-122 (Boswell Engineering proposal) (6-0)
• Tabled Resolution 22-02-123 (vacation payout for Joseph D'Arco) (6-0)
• Tabled Resolution 22-02-124 (vacation payout for Guy Picone) (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several site plan amendments and solar panel installations. One application regarding 697 Paramus Rd and 143 W. Ridgewood Ave has been carried to the February 17, 2022 meeting.

• Summit Health Management, LLC: Amended Site Plan at E. 282 Route 4
• The Valley Hospital, Inc.: Amended Site Plan for multiple properties including Valley Health Plaza and Winters Avenue
• Distributed Solar Operations, LLC (Ikea): Preliminary & Final Minor Site Plan for solar panels at 100 Ikea Drive
• Joseph & Stephanie Spiloti: Resolution for major soil moving at 808 Carter Lane
• A2 Enterprises, LLC: Matter carried to February 17, 2022 meeting regarding 697 Paramus Rd and 143 W. Ridgewood Ave

The Paramus Planning Board approved three site plan applications: Summit Health Management's amended tenancy for an endocrinology practice, Distributed Solar Operations' solar panel canopy for Ikea's parking deck, and The Valley Hospital's signage master plan. All votes were unanimous with no opposition. The board also approved vouchers and accepted minutes from the January 20th meeting.

• Approved Resolution #22-03 for Joseph & Stephanie Spiloti at 808 Carter Lane (6-0)
• Approved Summit Health Management amended site plan for tenancy at 282 Route 4 (8-0)
• Approved Distributed Solar Operations solar panel canopy for Ikea at 100 Ikea Drive (8-0)
• Approved The Valley Hospital signage master plan (6-0)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (6-0-1)
• Accepted minutes from January 20th, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Golf Commission

The Golf Commission will meet to review the January finance report and reports from the General Manager and Superintendent. The body will discuss old business regarding the restaurant, online tee times, rates, and openings.

• Review of January finance report
• Discussion of restaurant and online tee times
• Discussion of rates and openings

The Paramus Golf Commission met on February 1, 2022, and approved the minutes from the January 11 meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for March 1 at 6:30 pm. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on finances, maintenance, and public comments.

• Approved minutes from January 11 meeting (motion by Jack Brunner, seconded by Rob Bonino)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 1, 2022 at 6:30 pm at the Golf Course

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council is holding a special meeting with a work session and public meeting. The main action is a resolution to authorize hiring a borough administrator. The agenda also includes routine items like meeting notifications, roll call, council reports, and public comments.

• Resolution 22-01-102 authorizing the hiring of a borough administrator
• Resolution 22-01-101 to close the meeting to the public
• Resolution 22-01-100 regarding Open Public Meetings Act notifications
• Public comments session for residents

The Council voted 6-0 to authorize the Borough Administrator position for posting, but no hiring was made. Mayor LaBarbiera declined to appoint the recommended candidate, Hector Olmo, and will instead post the position for applications. The Council also agreed to change all council meetings starting in March to 6:30 PM.

• Authorized posting for Borough Administrator position (6-0)
• Agreed to change council meetings to 6:30 PM starting in March

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports from the pool manager and committees. They will also discuss old business such as age groups for the Small & Tall and brochure events, as well as new business and bill payments.

• Graham Bodner from YMCA will attend, replacing Budd who retired
• Approval of minutes from 01-13-2022
• Discussion of age group for Small & Tall
• Events for brochure
• Payment of bills

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission met on January 27, 2022, and unanimously approved the minutes from the January 13 meeting. The commission heard a report on concrete work needed at the pool, with estimates from two contractors, and discussed snack bar cleaning and age groups for the Small & Tall event. No formal decisions were made on the concrete work or other agenda items.

• Approved minutes of 01-13-2022 (unanimous)
• Heard concrete repair estimates: Spartan Construction $12,000, Alpine Painting & Sandblasting $28,950
• Discussed age group for Small & Tall: 4 and younger
• Adjourned meeting at 7:42 pm (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four residential variance applications, including a proposal for a four-story self-storage facility at 750 Route 17 N that requires numerous variances. The board will also consider resolutions for two prior dockets and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Docket 7172: Addition at 123 Burke Place with front, side, and rear yard setbacks below required minimums
• Docket 7169: 6-foot fence in front yard at 1 Churchill Court (3-foot max permitted)
• Docket 7156: Appeal of administrative officer's decision
• Docket 7148: Four-story self-storage at 750 Route 17 N with multiple variances (height, coverage, buffer, parking, signage)
• Resolutions for Dockets 7168 and 7142-G

The Board of Adjustment approved a residential addition at 123 Burke Place (Docket No. 7172) with a condition that the setback on Erie Road remain within requirements. Several other applications were continued to future meetings, including a fence variance, an appeal, and a large self-storage facility proposal. The board also approved minutes from two prior meetings.

• Approved addition at 123 Burke Place with condition on Erie Road setback (6-1, Trione opposed)
• Continued fence variance at 1 Churchill Court to February 10, 2022
• Continued appeal by Ferrante to February 10, 2022
• Continued self-storage facility at 750 Route 17 N to March 24, 2022
• Approved December 23, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Approved January 13, 2022 minutes (6-0)

Recreation Commission

The Paramus Recreation Commission is holding its regular meeting to reorganize for the year, including electing officers and appointing committees. They will also discuss the 2022 capital budget request, updated COVID guidelines, and a parks vehicle purchase. The agenda includes public comment and a closed session for facility usage and volunteers.

• 2022 Budget Request – Capital
• Updated COVID Guidelines
• Parks Vehicle Purchase
• Coach of the Year nominations (Scott Jacobs, Joe Mecca)
• Sports Complex Bleacher Vandalism

The Paramus Recreation Commission met on January 26, 2022, and conducted routine business. They approved the December 2021 minutes and the current financial report unanimously. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting included reports from liaisons, a public comment period, and a closed session.

• Approved December 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved current financial report (unanimous)
• Entered closed session at 7:35 PM (unanimous)
• Left closed session at 8:05 PM (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting with resolutions, ordinances, and discussion items. Key actions include authorizing a redevelopment agreement with JK Farms, introducing ordinances on employee salaries, and discussing electric vehicle charging equipment and a zoning code amendment. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss pending tax appeals.

• Redevelopment agreement with JK Farms for Block 7701, Lots 2, 3, & 4, and Block 7703, Lot 1
• Ordinance 2022-04: amend salary/wage for certain part-time employees
• Ordinance 2022-05: new title and salary scale for Secretary, Planning/Zoning Level 3
• Discussion: Electric Vehicle Supply/Service Equipment (EVSE) & Make-Ready Parking Spaces
• Resolution 22-01-95: step up to Detective Sergeant at $172,802/year

The Paramus Mayor and Council appointed Al Nadera, Dr. Gregory Serrano, and Dana Folcarelli to the Board of Health (6-0). They also introduced ordinances to amend part-time employee salaries and update a job description/salary scale for a Secretary, Planning/Zoning Level 3 position. The meeting included reports on the administrator's resignation, police statistics, and a discussion on towing rates.

• Appointed Al Nadera, Dr. Gregory Serrano, and Dana Folcarelli to Board of Health (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-04 to amend part-time employee salaries (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-05 to update job description and salary scale for Secretary, Planning/Zoning Level 3 (5-0)
• Approved night work request for Conquest Inc. at 141 Paramus Road
• Approved postponement of HVAC night work for Carrier Inc. at Bergen Town Center
• Adopted consent agenda with resolutions including appointments, retirements, and contract extensions (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several site plan amendments, soil movement permits, and a minor subdivision. The agenda includes items carried over from previous meetings regarding Midland Avenue and Route 17.

• Amended Site Plan for Paestum, LLC at 165-171 Route 4 West
• Mixed Use Building soil movement permit for GCGS Associates, LLC on From Road
• Minor Subdivision for 113-117 Midland Avenue, LLC
• Site plan and signage for a fueling station at BJ’s Wholesale Club, 30 Route 17
• Major Soil Moving for Joseph & Stephanie Spiloti at 808 Carter Lane

The Paramus Planning Board approved a major soil movement permit for Joseph & Stephanie Spiloti at 808 Carter Lane, which includes retaining walls and drainage improvements. The board also approved two resolutions (Paestum, LLC and GCGS Associates, LLC) and carried several applications to future meetings, including a minor subdivision for 113-117 Midland Avenue and a site plan for BJ's Wholesale Club, which withdrew its gas station proposal and is now considering a propane filling station. A proposed convenience store at 677 Paramus Road was carried to the February 17, 2022 meeting.

• Approved Resolution #22-01, Paestum, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #22-02, GCGS Associates, LLC (2-0)
• Approved major soil movement permit for 808 Carter Lane (8-0)
• Carried 113-117 Midland Avenue minor subdivision to March 3, 2022 meeting
• Carried BJ's Wholesale Club fueling station application to March 3, 2022 meeting
• Carried Paramus Ridgewood, LLC convenience store application to February 17, 2022 meeting
• Approved vouchers to be paid (7-0-1)
• Accepted minutes from January 6, 2022 meeting (8-0)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council will hold a public meeting to consider a series of resolutions, including annual professional service contracts for attorneys, engineers, and other consultants, as well as introduce three ordinances. One ordinance amends the zoning chapter, another updates land use fees, and a third revises a job description and salary scale. The council will also act on various administrative items, including hiring a new borough administrator and approving payments.

• Ordinance 2022-02: Amends Chapter 429 (Zoning) of the Borough Code
• Ordinance 2022-03: Amends Chapter 229 and Appendix A460-19 (Land Use Fees)
• Resolution 22-01-68: Hires Joseph D'Arco as Borough Administrator
• Resolution 22-01-69: Appoints Iris Lin as Library Assistant at $16.47/hour
• Resolution 22-01-70: Appoints Miguel Valentin as Librarian at $50,000/year

The Paramus Mayor and Council approved a series of resolutions authorizing one-year contracts for professional services including borough attorney, architect, engineer, planner, and various counsels for 2022. They also introduced two ordinances, one amending a job description and salary scale and another amending land use fees, both passing 6-0. Several items were pulled from the agenda, including Ordinance 2022-02 regarding self-storage facilities and Resolution 22-01-77, with no action taken on them.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-01 amending job description and salary scale for Public Health Supervisor Assistant (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-03 amending land use fees (6-0)
• Approved resolutions 22-01-33 through 22-01-41, 22-01-43 through 22-01-59 for professional service contracts (6-0, with Vartolone abstaining on O'Toole Scrinvo appointments)
• Approved Resolution 22-01-42 for special counsel tax appeal contract (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-01-32 to enter closed session for personnel matters (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions 22-01-60 through 22-01-82 (6-0)
• Pulled Ordinance 2022-02 regarding self-storage facilities from agenda
• Pulled Resolution 22-01-77 from agenda

Board of Adjustment

The Paramus Board of Adjustment is holding its annual reorganization meeting. The agenda includes only procedural items: reorganization and scheduling of future meetings, followed by adjournment. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Reorganization of the Board of Adjustment
• Scheduling of future meetings

The Paramus Board of Adjustment held a reorganization meeting and unanimously approved the appointment of officers and professionals for 2021. The board also approved a use variance for Think Enterprise, Inc. to construct an addition to an existing building for a school at 148 Spring Valley Road, despite the use not being permitted in the R-100 zone. Several resolutions for prior dockets were approved, including a denial for Docket No. 7136.

• Appointed Cleary Alfieri Jacobs LLC as legal counsel (5-0)
• Reappointed Peter Caminiti as Chairman (5-0)
• Approved use variance for Think Enterprise school addition at 148 Spring Valley Road (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Docket No. 7136 (Akdimir) denial (4-0)
• Approved resolution for Docket No. 7143 (Peros/Biagios) (4-0)
• Approved resolution for Docket No. 6096 (Laganella Properties) (3-0)
• Approved resolution for Docket No. 7117 (Laganella Properties) (3-0)
• Approved minutes of December 10, 2020 (3-0)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is holding its reorganization meeting, including confirming newly sworn members and electing a chair and vice chair. The agenda also assigns committee roles for personnel, buildings and grounds, entertainment, and swim team. No substantive policy or financial decisions are listed.

• New members Suzanne Frankland and Lisa Cassesa confirmed as present; Sally Locicero absent
• Election of Committee Chair from nominees Angelina England and Suzanne Frankland
• No nominations for Vice Chair
• Committee assignments: Personnel (Suzanne, Jodi), Buildings & Grounds/Snack Bar (Lisa, Jodi), Entertainment/Activities (Vanessa, Sally), Swim Team (Angel)

Pool Commission

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including a YMCA rental request, extending a winterization bid, and options for the snack bar after the current operators retire. The agenda is largely procedural, with decisions expected on these operational items.

• YMCA rental request: May 31-June 25 weekdays 4:30-6:30 PM, Saturdays 8-10 AM; June 27-Aug 3 weekdays/Saturdays 5:45-8:30 AM
• Consider extending Larry's Prep/Winterization bid for 2022 season
• Snack bar: Brenda & Guy retiring; decide in-house or go to bid
• Approval of minutes and payment of bills

The Paramus Municipal Pool Commission approved a rental request from the YMCA for pool use from May 31 to August 3, 2022, with specific time slots. The commission also decided to extend Larry's prep/winterization bid for 2022 and keep the snack bar in-house after Brenda and Guy retire. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved YMCA rental request for May 31-June 25 and June 27-August 3 (unanimous)
• Extended Larry's Prep/Winterization bid for 2022 season
• Decided to keep snack bar in-house after Brenda and Guy retire

Golf Commission

The Golf Commission will hold elections for Chairman and Vice Chairman. The body will review the December 2021 finance report and reports from the General Manager and Superintendent.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Review of December 2021 finance report
• Discussion of restaurant, online tee times, rates, and openings

The Paramus Golf Commission elected Jeff Lepselter as Chairman and Joe Cirillo as Vice Chairman. The commission discussed a proposed 7.5% budget increase and recommended fee increases for all golfer classes, effective March 1st, 2022, to cover rising costs. No formal votes were taken on these proposals during the meeting.

• Elected Jeff Lepselter as Chairman (all approved)
• Elected Joe Cirillo as Vice Chairman (all approved)
• Approved minutes from November 2nd meeting (motion by Rob Thompson, seconded by Ralph Amato)
• Discussed proposed 7.5% budget increase for 2022
• Recommended fee increases for all golfer classes, effective March 1st
• Noted restaurant rent unpaid since July 2021
• Scheduled next meeting for February 1st at 6:30 pm

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct its annual reorganization and review a site plan application. The board will also review a memo from Boswell Engineering regarding revisions to the Borough Code.

• Amended Site Plan application for Paestum, LLC at 165-171 Route 4 West (Block 1102, Lot 10)
• Review of Boswell Engineering’s memo on Borough Code revisions

The Paramus Planning Board held its reorganization meeting, swearing in new officers and members, then approved an amended site plan for Paestum, LLC at 165-171 Route 4 West (9-0). The board also approved four recommended revisions to the Borough Code, vouchers, and minutes from a prior meeting.

• Reorganized board: Conte elected Chairman, Caminiti Sr. Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved amended site plan for Paestum, LLC at 165-171 Route 4 West (9-0)
• Approved drafting letter to Mayor/Council with four Borough Code revisions (9-0)
• Approved vouchers to be paid (9-0)
• Adopted minutes from December 16, 2021 Special Meeting (5-0)

Mayor & Council

The Paramus Mayor and Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting, where newly elected Council Members Ace A. Antonio and Robert Kaiser will be sworn in. The council will elect a council president, make appointments to various boards and commissions, and adopt a series of routine resolutions covering financial and administrative matters for 2022.

• Oath of office for Council Members Antonio and Kaiser administered by Senator Holly Schepisi
• Appointments to Board of Adjustment, Golf Course Commission, Historic Commission, Library Board, Pool Commission, and Health
• Appointments to Planning Board, Shade Tree, Environmental Commission, and other positions
• Resolution 22-01-21: Temporary budget appropriations
• Resolution 22-01-29: 2022 clothing allowance for volunteer fire department and rescue squad

The Mayor and Council held its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in newly elected Council Members Ace A. Antonio and Robert Kaiser. Councilwoman Jeanne Weber was elected Council President for 2022 by a 6-0 vote. The council approved the mayor's appointments to various boards and commissions, as well as a consent agenda of 30 resolutions covering routine administrative matters. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond these organizational actions.

• Elected Jeanne Weber as Council President for 2022 (6-0)
• Approved mayor's appointments to Board of Adjustment, Golf Course Commission, Historic Commission, Library Board, Pool Commission (6-0)
• Approved appointments to Planning Board, Shade Tree, school crossing guards, special police officers (6-0)
• Approved 2022 Emergency Management Staff appointments (6-0)
• Adopted consent agenda of 30 resolutions (6-0)
• Set 2022 council meeting schedule (Resolution 22-01-01)