Point Pleasant Beach public meetings in 2023

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on December 21, 2023, to consider three applications: a gazebo installation at 500 Forman Avenue, a shed with concrete slab at 308 Richmond Avenue, and a dwelling renovation at 337 Hawthorne due to a vehicular accident. The meeting will also include memorializing minutes from September 21, 2023, and discussion of additional meeting dates.

• 2023-37 – Michael Colucci – 500 Forman Avenue – gazebo installation
• 2023-38 – David/Briann Marchetti – 308 Richmond Avenue – shed with concrete slab
• 2023-39 – Chris Cochran – 337 Hawthorne – dwelling renovation after vehicular accident

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a special meeting to memorialize minutes and a resolution. The primary item involves a proposal for seasonal outdoor and partially enclosed dining at a restaurant.

• Resolution #2023-429: Proposed seasonal outdoor/partially enclosed dining at Spano’s, 721 Arnold Avenue (Lot-10; Block 202)

Parking Authority

The Point Pleasant Beach Parking Authority is holding its regular December meeting, primarily to approve a list of vouchers totaling $8,251.17 and to receive updates. The chairman reports that a signed contract for snow plowing and salting has been received, and the attorney will discuss a lease payment update for Bam Bam. The agenda is largely routine administrative business.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $8,251.17, including $2,597.50 to Down to Earth Landscaping and $3,000.00 to Suplee, Clooney and Co.
• Chairman's update on RFP for snow plowing and salting – signed contract received
• Attorney's comments on lease payment update for Bam Bam
• Voucher 1461 marked VOID
• Approval of November 2, 2023 meeting minutes

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission is meeting to review Sustainable Jersey action status and plan 2024 initiatives. The body is discussing a landscape requirement ordinance and a potential gas blower ordinance.

• Anti-Idling Initiative
• Student Garden installation at Cooks Lane
• Landscape requirement ordinance (work in progress)
• Gas blower ordinance discussion
• American Littoral Society 'Shuck it don’t chuck it' location ideas

Green Team Advisory Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Green Team Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including the anti-idling initiative, Sustainable Jersey 2024 actions, and a proposed American Littoral Society program. They will also review status reports on the pollinator-friendly recognition, student garden, open space grant, and landscape ordinance. The meeting includes updates from the council liaison and other committees.

• Anti-Idling Initiative report by MJ Gradel
• Sustainable Jersey 2024 Initiatives/Actions update
• American Littoral Society 'Shuck it don’t chuck it' program location ideas
• Landscape requirement ordinance (work in progress)
• Gas blower ordinance discussion (Yes/No/Examples)

Council

The council will hold a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 2023-15, which amends Chapter 5 to regulate mobile food retail. It will also consider consent resolutions approving over $3.5 million in payments, including a $2.6 million county tax levy and $162,617 for the Boston Avenue resurfacing project. Other items include hiring a full-time clerk, appointing seasonal police officers, and supporting a holiday DUI crackdown.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 2023-15 amending mobile food retail regulations
• Approval of $2,605,062.70 payment to Ocean County Treasurer for 4th quarter tax levy
• Approval of $162,617.54 partial payment to Earle Asphalt for Boston Avenue Resurfacing Project
• Authorization to hire L. Hammen as full-time Clerk 1 in the Building Department
• Appointment of 9 seasonal SLEO I police officers for 2024

Shade Tree Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review 2023 finances, and discuss new business including NJUCF grants (noting they lack required CEUs), the Memorial Tree Program, and tree planting ideas for 2024. They will also consider approving structural pruning of trees on Washington Ave. and address back-burner items like evaluating past plantings and a borough ordinance on unkempt trees.

• Discussion on NJUCF grants and need for CEUs
• Approval for Bill Brash/Mark to do structural pruning on Washington Ave.
• Memorial Tree Program status and Peace Tree Plaque
• Tree planting ideas for 2024
• Borough ordinance for unkempt and hazard trees on private property

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will meet to review budget updates and coordinate holiday decorating and removal. The body will also discuss flower orders for gardens and planning for upcoming events.

• Holiday decorating update and removal sign-up
• Flower order and gardens discussion
• Treasurer's report and budget update

Recreation Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Recreation Committee is meeting to review prior minutes, hear executive reports, and discuss numerous current and future events including basketball, holiday activities, and summer programs. They will also vote on new event dates and fees, with a note that no quorum was present for an email vote.

• Review of prior meeting minutes
• Executive reports from Chairperson, Treasurer, and Council Liaison
• Discussion of current events: Basketball, Winter Wonderland, Holiday Party & Trolley
• Future events: Summer Concert Series, Summer Camp, Skateboarding, Wrestling
• Vote to approve new event dates or fees (no quorum present)

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council is meeting to approve a series of consent resolutions covering payments, contracts, and appointments, including a $66,807.50 contract for bike lane striping and an emergency appropriation of $89,000 for engineer expenses. They will also introduce an ordinance to amend mobile food retail regulations. The meeting includes public participation periods.

• Approval of payments totaling over $1.9 million in computer-generated vouchers
• Award of contract to Zone Striping for Bike System Phase 1 ($66,807.50)
• Emergency appropriation for engineer expenses ($89,000)
• Ordinance 2023-15 to amend Chapter 5 on Mobile Food Retail (first reading)
• Renewal of amusement licenses for 2024 (Jenks Pavilion, Jenks South, Boardwalk, Central Ave)

Senior Committee

The Golden Gulls Committee is meeting to review and approve the previous month's minutes, hear the treasury and council liaison reports, and recap several recent events including the Pizza/Painting Party, Homegrown Harvest Festival, Downtown Shopping Day, and Thanksgiving Food Drive. They will also discuss updates on Ask The Experts, review town practices and guidelines, and plan events for 2024, including the Mingle and Jingle and the trolley old business.

• Recap of Pizza/Painting Party
• Recap of Homegrown Harvest Festival
• Update on Ask The Experts
• Recap of Downtown Shopping Day and Thanksgiving Food Drive
• Discussion of planned events for 2024

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider several applications for residential variances. These include requests for a home addition, a new single-family dwelling with a pool, and a raised two-and-a-half story home.

• 1000 St. Louis Avenue: one-story addition and front porch requiring 6 bulk variances
• 1206 Ocean Avenue: demolition of existing structure to build new single-family dwelling with pool requiring 5 variances
• 1710 Beacon Lane: construction of a raised 2 ½ story single-family dwelling with deck

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment is considering a proposal for a new residential building at 1206 Ocean Avenue (Block 28.01, Lot 2), submitted by Anthony & Jessica Ekmekjian. The agenda includes architectural site plans, floor plans, and elevations. No other items are listed.

• Proposed new residential construction at 1206 Ocean Avenue
• Review of architectural site plan (Sheet PB1)
• Review of floor plans (Sheet PB2)
• Review of elevations (Sheet PB3)

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Zoning Board is considering an application to raise an existing single-family dwelling at 1000 St. Louis Avenue above the design flood elevation, from 9 ft to 13 ft, and add a second story, a fill-in addition, and a covered porch. The property has existing non-conformities regarding front and side yard setbacks, and the applicant may need variance approval for an outdoor shower if no prior permits exist.

• Raise dwelling from BFE 9 ft to 13 ft above Design Flood Elevation of 12 ft
• Proposed second story, fill-in addition (4-story), and covered porch
• Non-conforming front yard setback: 20.4 ft exists vs. 25 ft required on St. Louis Avenue
• Non-conforming side yard setback for AC unit (replaced 1996 with permits) and outdoor shower
• Corner lot at St. Louis Avenue and New Jersey Avenue, Block 41 Lot 11

Board of Adjustment

This agenda for the Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment meeting on November 16, 2023, contains only technical survey data and copyright boilerplate from Aquatecture Associates. There are no listed applications, public hearings, or decisions. The agenda appears to be procedural or incomplete.

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing an application from Spano Inc. to formalize approval for seasonal outdoor dining at 721 Arnold Avenue. The proposal seeks to legalize dining areas that were established during the Covid pandemic.

• Application No. 2023-429 for site plan with variances at 721 Arnold Avenue (Block 202, Lot 10)
• Request for parking variance: 26 spaces required for 102 seats, but no public spaces are proposed
• Request for building coverage variance: 55.25% proposed versus a 50% maximum permitted
• Proposed external alterations including temporary walls and plastic seam roof cover

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to memorialize previous minutes and resolutions. The board will consider site improvements for Chef’s International Inc and a dining addition for Spano’s.

• Resolution #20023-428: Chef’s International Inc (101–111 Channel Drive) vestibule reconstruction, outdoor seating with fire pit, ramp relocation, and parking lot re-striping
• Application #2023-429: Spano’s (721 Arnold Avenue) proposed seasonal outdoor/partially enclosed dining

Planning Board

The Board of Adjustment and Planning Board is soliciting requests for proposals (RFP) for professional attorney and engineer services for 2024. The process follows N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 guidelines for fair and open solicitation.

• Solicitation of RFP for 2024 Board of Adjustment and Planning Board Attorney/Engineer
• Proposal submission deadline of 3:00 PM on December 15, 2023

Cultural Arts Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Cultural Arts Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing art exhibits, upcoming events, and planning for 2024. The agenda includes approving previous meeting minutes, recapping recent events like the Scarecrow Contest, and discussing the Farmers Market and Juried Art Show. The committee is also seeking new volunteers.

• Vote to approve minutes from 10/9/2023 meeting
• Spotlight artist Emily Gilman Beezley exhibit at Library and Town Hall through November
• Scarecrow Contest winners notified 10/30, prizes available 11/1
• Discussion of Farmers Market and Juried Art Show planning
• Seeking new members and volunteers

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is soliciting professional services proposals for a Board Attorney and Engineer for 2024 through a fair and open process. Proposals are due by December 15, 2023, and requirements are posted on the borough website. The board will make final appointment decisions.

• Soliciting RFP for Board Attorney and Engineer for 2024
• Submission deadline: December 15, 2023 at 3:00 PM
• Proposals to be sent to Karen Mills, Clerk, at 416 New Jersey Avenue
• Legal advertisement to be placed in Ocean Star and Asbury Park Press

Historic Preservation Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to vote on previous meeting minutes, discuss a 2024 plaque distribution schedule, and hear updates on historical property research. The agenda also includes potential nominations for a replacement commission member and updates on the Coast Guard Station.

• Vote on last meeting's minutes as required by the town before posting
• Plaque distribution schedule for 2024
• Historical story for 640 Arnold Ave and 308 Hawthorne Ave (Railroad Workers/Black District)
• Updates on Coast Guard Station usage and possible tour
• Potential PPBHPC replacement member nominations

Shade Tree Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear a guest presentation on the Patchwork for Wildlife program, and discuss new business including grant applications, the memorial tree program, and tree planting ideas for 2024. They will also consider budget requests for new projects and revisit older items such as evaluating previously planted trees and a potential ordinance on sidewalk construction to minimize root damage.

• Guest Jon Gibbons to discuss Patchwork for Wildlife program at 7:30 pm
• Discussion of NJUCF grants for next year
• Tree planting ideas for 2024
• New project ideas for 2024 budget request (tree walk, speakers)
• Ordinance for sidewalk construction to minimize tree root lifting

Parking Authority

The Point Pleasant Beach Parking Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve the October minutes, introduce a budget, and approve an audit for May 2022 through April 2023. They will also discuss changing the December meeting date, possibly adding a November meeting for RFP approval, and receive updates on a snow plowing and salting RFP, lease payments, and snow bid RFPs. Vouchers totaling $4,296.53 for various vendors will be considered for payment.

• Introduction of Budget
• Approve Audit May 2022 through April 2023
• Change December meeting date to December 14th
• RFP for snow plowing and salting
• Vouchers totaling $4,296.53 including $2,597.50 to Down to Earth Landscaping

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment is holding a special meeting to memorialize prior resolutions and hear an application from White Sands to demolish two homes and build a three-story structure with 28 parking spaces and 19 new guest units, netting 34 additional rooms. The board will also memorialize resolutions for properties on Baltimore Avenue, Beacon Lane, and Lake Avenue.

• Application 2018-27: White Sands, 1201-1205 Ocean Avenue, demolish two single-family homes, construct three-story building with 28 parking spaces and 19 guest units, net gain of 34 rooms
• Memorialize resolution 2023-31: Michael Galanter, 307 Baltimore Avenue, Block 108, Lot 21
• Memorialize resolution 2023-36: Paul Kanitra, 1811 Beacon Lane, Block 11, Lot 1
• Memorialize resolution 2023-30: V & M Realty LLC, 1616 Lake Avenue, Block 179.02, Lot 13.06

Board of Adjustment

This meeting agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and engineering plan graphics, with no listed public hearings, applications, or decisions. The document appears to be a variance plan cover sheet rather than a standard meeting agenda.

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission is meeting to review Sustainable Jersey action status and project updates. The body will discuss the Shade Tree Commission, Planning Board actions, and potential ordinances regarding gas blowers and landscape requirements.

• Anti-Idling Initiative
• American Littoral Society 'Shuck it don’t chuck it' location ideas
• Student Garden at Cooks Lane installation
• ANJEC Open Space Grant Application status
• Proposed gas blower and landscape requirement ordinances

Green Team Advisory Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Green Team Advisory Committee is meeting to review old and unfinished business, including the status of Sustainable Jersey actions and submission dates. They will also discuss ongoing projects such as a pollinator-friendly recognition program, a student garden, and proposed ordinances on landscaping requirements and gas blowers. The agenda includes a new item on an oyster shell recycling program with the American Littoral Society.

• Sustainable Jersey third round and final 2023 submission date
• ANJEC Open Space Grant Application (pending)
• Landscape requirement ordinance (work in progress)
• Gas blower ordinance (discussion)
• New item: American Littoral Society 'Shuck it don't chuck it' location ideas

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will discuss updates on gardens and planters/barrels, review the Garden Tour Committee report, and plan holiday decorations for planters and light poles. They will also address the Scarecrow Contest and voting. The meeting requires 11 attending members to conduct business.

• Update on Gardens
• Update on Planters/Barrels
• Garden Tour Committee Report
• Scarecrow Contest/Voting
• Holiday Decorations for Planters and Light Poles

Recreation Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Recreation Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on a referendum, review prior meeting minutes, and receive reports from officers and subcommittees. The agenda lists numerous upcoming and past events, but no specific decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Referendum presentation by Will Smith
• Review of prior meeting minutes
• Reports from chairperson, recording secretary, corresponding secretary, treasurer, and council liaison
• Discussion of upcoming events including Grom-O-Ween, Basketball, Winter Wonderland, Holiday Lights Contest, and more
• Open discussion and Volunteer of the Month recognition

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment is meeting to discuss and decide on several variance applications, including properties at 1811 Beacon Lane, 307 Baltimore Avenue, and 1616 Lake Avenue. The agenda includes public hearings and possible decisions on these applications.

• Kanitra application at 1811 Beacon Lane with engineering comments
• Galanter application at 307 Baltimore Avenue with full submission package
• V and M application at 1616 Lake Avenue with full submission and engineering comments

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to memorialize three prior resolutions and hear three new variance applications. The new items involve a fence height request, a home lift and addition, and a new house on an irregular lot.

• 2023-31 – Michael Galanter – 307 Baltimore Avenue – 6-foot fence where 4-foot is permitted
• 2023-36 – Paul Kanitra – 1811 Beacon Lane – variances to lift and add additions to home within porch footprint
• 2023-30 – V & M Realty LLC – 1616 Lake Avenue – new house on an irregular lot
• Memorialize resolution 2023-26 – Stan Osofsky – 101 Atlantic Avenue
• Memorialize resolution 2023-34 – Palmenberg – 202 Homestead Avenue

Planning Board

The board will consider a site plan application for Chef’s International, Inc. at 101-111 Channel Drive, Block 171, Lot 1, proposing removal and reconstruction of an existing vestibule, addition of an outdoor seating area with a fire pit, relocation of the handicap ramp, and restriping of part of the parking lot. The meeting also includes memorialization of two prior resolutions and a sign review for Over the Moon Dog Grooming at 406 Richmond Avenue.

• Site plan application #2023-428 for Chef’s International, Inc. at 101-111 Channel Drive
• Proposed outdoor seating area with fire pit at Chef’s International
• Relocation of handicap ramp and restriping of parking lot at 101-111 Channel Drive
• Memorialization of resolution 2022-424 for Atlantic Offshore Fishery at 212 Channel Drive
• Sign review for Over the Moon Dog Grooming at 406 Richmond Avenue

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering payroll, contracts, and appointments. Notable items include approval of a $335,652.14 payroll, a $21,349.25 fuel payment, and designation of an area in need of redevelopment. The meeting is in-person only with a live stream.

• Approval of Payroll #20 for $335,652.14
• Designation of an area in need of redevelopment
• Award of contract to Earle Asphalt for Dartmouth/Richard/Arbutus improvements
• Payment of $24,975.97 to Eagle Point Gun for police firearms/supplies
• Payment of $154,736.84 for employee and retiree health benefits

Senior Committee

The Golden Gulls Committee is meeting to review and approve last month's minutes, hear a presentation by Will Smith and Brian Savage, and receive reports on the treasury and council liaison. They will recap the Italian Luncheon and get updates on upcoming events including the Pizza and Painting Party on 10/27, Homegrown Harvest Festival on 10/25, Ask The Experts on 11/9, and Downtown Shopping Day on 11/16. The committee will also plan their calendar of events for 2024 and discuss old and new business.

• Presentation by Will Smith and Brian Savage
• Recap of Italian Luncheon
• Update on Pizza and Painting Party (10/27)
• Update on Homegrown Harvest Festival (10/25)
• Plan 2024 calendar of events

Cultural Arts Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Cultural Arts Committee is discussing routine administrative items and planning upcoming community events. The agenda includes a vote on the September meeting minutes and updates on art exhibits, classes, and seasonal contests.

• Vote to approve minutes from the September 11, 2023 meeting
• Spotlight Artists exhibit at Library and Town Hall featuring Emily Gilman Beezley Art through November
• Homegrown event scheduled for October 22 with rain date October 29
• Scarecrow Contest and Pie Baking Contest updates
• Discussion of Farmers Market and Salsa & Hustle Dance Lessons for Summer 2024

Planning Board

The Point Pleasant Beach Planning Board is holding a special meeting to consider two site plan applications. One seeks a change of use from a deli to a restaurant at 718 Arnold Avenue with a parking waiver. The other involves Atlantic Offshore at 212 Channel Drive, requesting approval for a 16-seat dining room addition, with a previously proposed building now on hold.

• Michael D’Angelo – 718 Arnold Avenue – minor site plan for change of use from deli to restaurant, plus parking waiver
• Atlantic Offshore – 212 Channel Drive – site plan approval for 16 additional dining seats (total 48 seats); bifurcated application, no new building at this time

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council will hold its regular meeting on October 3, 2023, covering a consent agenda with numerous approvals, including payments, special event permits, and contracts. Key items include authorizing an ordinance amendment to allow food trucks, approving an EV charger contract, and purchasing new vehicles for the police and fire departments. The meeting is in-person only, with no Zoom access.

• Ordinance amendment to allow food trucks via special event process and on private property
• Approval of EV Chargers contract (contingent upon attorney review)
• Purchase of 2024 Ford Expedition for Fire Dept ($76,470.25)
• Purchase of 2023 Ford Utility for PD ($48,794.20) and 2023 Chevy Tahoe for PD ($54,132.52)
• Approval of NJ Transit West Lot agreement (contingent upon attorney review)

Shade Tree Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Shade Tree Commission will review September minutes, hear officer reports, and discuss new business including NJUCF grants for next year, a memorial tree program, and tree planting ideas for 2024. They will also consider a budget request for 2024 covering a tree walk and speakers, and revisit back-burner items such as code enforcement and a borough ordinance for hazardous trees on private property.

• NJUCF grants for next year – Mary Ellin
• Memorial Tree Program – MJ
• Tree planting ideas for 2024
• New project ideas for 2024 Budget request – tree walk, speakers, etc.
• Borough Ordinance for Unkempt and Hazard conditions on private property to include hazard street trees – Byrnes

Environmental Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Environmental Commission will meet on September 28, 2023, to discuss ongoing business including Sustainable Jersey action status, an anti-idling initiative, and a proposed ordinance on gas blowers. The agenda also includes a new item from the American Littoral Society regarding a 'Shuck it don’t chuck it' program. No final decisions are noted; most items are status updates or discussions.

• Sustainable Jersey submission dates: third round and final 2023 submission date
• Anti-Idling Initiative status report by MJ Gradel
• New item: American Littoral Society 'Shuck it don’t chuck it' location ideas
• Landscape requirement ordinance (work in progress)
• Gas blower ordinance discussion (Yes/No/Examples)

Green Team Advisory Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Green Team Advisory Committee is meeting to review status reports on ongoing environmental projects, including Sustainable Jersey certification actions, pollinator gardens, and a proposed landscape ordinance. They will also discuss a new item from the American Littoral Society about an oyster shell recycling program ('Shuck it don't chuck it') and consider a possible gas blower ordinance.

• Sustainable Jersey third round and final 2023 submission date
• Anti-Idling Initiative status report
• American Littoral Society 'Shuck it don't chuck it' oyster shell recycling location ideas
• Landscape requirement ordinance (work in progress)
• Gas blower ordinance discussion (Yes/No/Examples)

Recreation Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Recreation Committee is meeting to approve the August 2023 minutes and hear reports from officers and subcommittees. The agenda includes a long list of current and future events, with a vote on any new event dates or fees, though no quorum is present so an email vote will be sent.

• Vote to approve August 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of current events including Manasquan Inlet Tug of War, Harvest Festival, Pet Parade, Grom-O-Ween, Trunk or Treat
• Future events include Winter Wonderland, Easter Egg Hunt, Porchfest, Summer Concert Series, Seafood Fest 5K
• Vote to approve any new event dates or fees (no quorum present, email vote to be sent)
• Next meeting scheduled for Monday, October 23rd, 2023, 6:30pm-8pm at Borough Hall 2nd Floor

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on September 21, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes memorializing two prior resolutions and hearing six new applications for variances or certifications, including a proposal to elevate a home and expand square footage in a zone where residential use is not allowed.

• Memorialize Resolution #2023-22 – Jill Watson – 607 St. Louis – replace existing a/c unit in setback
• Memorialize Resolution #2023-21 – 50 Inlet Partners LLC – 50 Inlet Drive – elevate existing home and expand to 1,792 sq ft; residential not allowed in zone
• 2023-26 – Stan Osofsky – 101 Atlantic Avenue – install 6-ft fence in side yard; previous variances granted
• 2023-34 – Palmenberg – 202 Homestead Avenue – certification of pre-existing non-conformity for garage apartment
• 2023-25 – Lombardi Residential – 409 Richmond Avenue – shed installed without permits in setback

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation from the Borough Planner on the 'Inlet area Determination of need Study.' The public will have an opportunity to comment or ask questions. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of 'Inlet area Determination of need Study' by Borough Planner
• Public comment and question period on the study

Council

The council will discuss a monopole and vote on a consent agenda that includes a $3.1 million bond ordinance for the Ocean Avenue Water Main Replacement, funded through the NJ Water Bank Financing Program. Other items include payments for payroll, emergency sewer repairs, and various community event approvals. The meeting includes public participation periods.

• Resolution authorizing up to $3,100,000 in general obligation bonds for Ocean Ave Water Main Replacement
• Approval of payment to STV Inc for Channel Dr. Revitalization ($39,329.82)
• Approval of payment to M. Woszczak Mech Contractors for emergency sewer service at 123 Ocean ($8,038.79)
• Authorization for Remington & Vernick to go out to bid for improvements to Dartmouth, Richard & Arbutus streets
• Approval of payment to Northeast Roof Maint for Borough Hall roof maintenance ($78,755)

Senior Committee

The Golden Gulls Committee is meeting to review routine reports and plan upcoming senior activities, including an Italian luncheon, a pizza and painting party, and a downtown shopping day. They will also discuss using Firehouse #1, IT classes for seniors, and an AARP grant.

• October 10th Italian Luncheon
• October 27th Pizza And Painting Party
• November Downtown Shopping Day
• Discuss Firehouse #1 Usage
• AARP Grant

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation from the Borough Planner on the Arnold and Richmond Rehabilitation Area Determination of Need of Study Report. The meeting is scheduled for September 13, 2023, at 6:00 pm.

• Presentation of the Arnold and Richmond Rehabilitation Area Determination of Need of Study Report

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission voted that 301 Trenton Ave. is not old enough to be designated historic, clearing the way for the town's planned demolition. The commission also approved a residential certificate for 318 Richmond Ave. and decided against a plaque for 409 Richmond Ave. A plaque will be presented to the Library Association on Oct. 3, and the commission will seek a site visit to the town's newly purchased Coast Guard Station.

• 301 Trenton Ave. condemned by town; commission votes property not historic enough to block demolition
• 318 Richmond Ave. (built 1910) awarded a Residential Certificate
• 409 Richmond Ave. denied a plaque despite original section's link to town founder Van Note family
• Historical plaque presentation to Library Association, 710 McLean Ave., scheduled Oct. 3 at 7:00 PM
• Town purchased old Coast Guard Station; commission will request a site visit

Cultural Arts Committee

The Point Beach Arts Committee will vote on approving the August meeting minutes and receive updates on ongoing initiatives including the Spotlight Artists exhibit, sandcastle contest recap, and fall art classes. Members will also discuss new business such as a possible trip to an art gallery and holiday event ideas.

• Vote to approve minutes from August 14, 2023 meeting
• Emily Gilman Beezley Art on exhibit at Library and Town Hall through November
• Kids and Adult Art Classes starting September 21
• Homegrown event scheduled for October 22 with rain date October 29
• Scarecrow Contest registration to open in the next week

The committee approved the minutes from the August 14 meeting and updated the leadership structure. Members discussed ongoing art classes, the recent sandcastle contest, and planning for upcoming autumn events.

• Appointed Kristi Monticello as Chairperson
• Appointed Barbara Seaman as Treasurer
• Approved August 14 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council is holding a regular meeting with several consent resolutions covering payments, appointments, and permits, plus public hearings on three ordinances and introduction of a lead service line ordinance. The agenda includes routine approvals and some notable items like new police body cameras and a digital sign kiosk.

• Ordinance 2023-12: define second-floor habitable area
• Ordinance 2023-13: establish 25 MPH speed limit on Arnold & Ocean
• Ordinance 2023-14: include municipal parking lots in Chapter 9-3A.2
• Ordinance 2023-15: lead service line ordinance (first reading)
• Payment of $40,980 for 18 additional police body cameras

The Council approved the August 15, 2023 meeting minutes and authorized two curb cut relocations. The meeting primarily consisted of department reports on public safety, building permits, and ongoing infrastructure projects.

• Approved August 15, 2023 Council meeting minutes (3-1, 2 absent)
• Approved curb cut relocation at 152 Chicago Ave.
• Approved curb cut relocation at 411 Yale Ave.

Shade Tree Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Shade Tree Commission will discuss NJUCF grants, a memorial tree program, and street tree requests. They will also review tree evaluations in the business district and plan for the Seafood Festival. The meeting includes approval of June minutes and reports from officers.

• NJUCF grants for next year and inventory discussion
• Memorial Tree Program, Peace tree boulder and plaque
• Street Tree PPB-free street trees with requests already in
• Recent evaluation of trees in the business district and next steps
• Seafood Festival September 16 with Environmental Commission booth

Senior Committee

The committee approved a $150 payment for the use of the Firehouse for an 'Ask the Experts' event. Members coordinated logistics for the Seafood Festival and an October Italian Luncheon. The committee also decided to postpone Bingo events until January.

• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $150 payment for Firehouse use for September 25th event (unanimous)
• Set Seafood Festival tote bag price at $15 and ornaments at $10
• Allocated $200 each in startup money for Tracey and Robyn for Seafood Festival
• Postponed Bingo events until January
• Tabled Arts and Craft event idea until November meeting

Non-Resident Taxpayers Advisory Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Non-Resident Advisory Committee is holding its 10th town meeting on August 19, 2023, at Antrim School. The meeting is open to both non-resident and resident taxpayers. Topics include the mayor's vision, whale and dolphin deaths, coast guard property, downtown update, redevelopment, state drug/alcohol policies, school and town safety, flooding, property taxes, budget, and real estate. Speakers include Mayor Paul Kanitra, Councilwoman Arlene Testa, and representatives from police, fire, first aid, quality of life, town engineer, Chamber of Commerce, real estate agents, Golden Gulls, and Jenkinson's.

• Discussion of mayor's vision for today and tomorrow
• Whale and dolphin deaths
• Coast guard property
• Downtown update and redevelopment designation
• Property taxes and budget

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on August 17, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The board will memorialize minutes from prior meetings and resolutions for past applications. The main agenda includes two public hearings: one for a setback variance for an AC unit and another for a proposal to elevate and expand a home in a zone where residential use is not permitted.

• Public hearing #2023-22: Jill Watson – 607 St. Louis – replace existing a/c unit in setback
• Public hearing #2023-21: 50 Inlet Partners LLC – 50 Inlet Drive – elevate existing home and expand to 1792 sf; residential not allowed in zone
• Memorialize resolution 2023-11: Flugrad – 9 Niblick Street – variance for a/c platform
• Memorialize resolution 2023-05: Joe Disciulli – 72 Inlet – construct residential home in zone that does not permit residential
• Memorialize resolution 2023-18: Christina Campbell – 411 Yale Avenue – build new single-family home

The Board of Adjustment approved two variance applications for residential properties. One allows for a new air conditioner platform at 607 St. Louis, and another permits the elevation and expansion of a nonconforming home at 50 Inlet Drive.

• Approved application #2023-22 for a/c platform at 607 St. Louis with conditions (7-0)
• Approved application #2023-21 to elevate and expand home at 50 Inlet Drive with conditions (6-0)
• Memorialized minutes of June 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Memorialized minutes of June 15, 2023 (5-0)
• Memorialized approval of application #2023-11 for a/c platform at 9 Niblick Street (5-0)
• Memorialized approval of application #2023-05 for residential home at 72 Inlet
• Memorialized approval of application #2023-18 for single-family home at 411 Yale Avenue (5-0)

Planning Board

The Board will memorialize previous minutes and a resolution regarding the Residence at Bay Point. Discussion includes site plan approval for additional restaurant seating at 212 Channel Drive and a review of Ordinance 2023-12.

• Memorialize Resolution 2023-16 – Residence at Bay Point
• Sign review: Basically Me – 516 Bay Avenue – Unit 3
• Sign review: Big Fun Toys – 700 Arnold Avenue
• Ordinance 2023-12: Amending Chapter 19 to define 'second floor habitable area'
• Site Plan #2022-424: Constructing an 816 SF one-story structure for restaurant seating at 212 Channel Drive

The Board recommended an amendment to the development ordinance regarding second floor habitable areas. Two business signs were approved, and one site plan application for restaurant seating was carried to a future meeting.

• Approved sign for Basically Me at 516 Bay Avenue (must be raised to 7 feet)
• Approved sign for Big Fun Toys at 700 Arnold Avenue
• Recommended Ordinance 2023-12 amending Chapter 19 regarding second floor habitable area (7-0)
• Memorialized July 19, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Memorialized approval of Resolution 2023-16 for Residence at Bay Point (5-0)
• Carried Atlantic Offshore, LLC site plan application #2022-424 to October 4, 2023 (7-0)

Council

The council will hold public hearings on five ordinances, including a $3.43 million general capital bond and two water/sewer utility bond amendments totaling $3.31 million. They will also consider a consent agenda with over 30 items, including a $17,500 parking study contract, a $37,389 police vehicle purchase, and a proposal to vacate part of East Avenue in exchange for beachfront land dedication. Other notable items include appointments of special law enforcement officers and approval of various payments and permits.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-07: $3,431,350 multi-purpose general capital bond
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-08: $2,901,000 water/sewer utility bond amendment
• Authorization to vacate remainder of East Avenue and accept beachfront land dedication with conservation easement
• Approval of $17,500 contract to Colliers Engineering & Design for a parking study
• Approval of $37,389 purchase order to Winner Ford for a police vehicle

The Council approved the minutes from the July 18, 2023 meeting. They tabled requests for curb cuts at 152 Chicago Avenue and 411 Yale Avenue. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved July 18, 2023 Council meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled curb cut requests at 152 Chicago Ave. and 411 Yale Ave. (4-0)

Cultural Arts Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Cultural Arts Committee will meet to vote on approving the minutes from July 10, 2023, and receive updates on ongoing initiatives including a new mural at Jaeger Lumber. They will also discuss upcoming events such as a sand castle contest on September 23rd and a potential trip to a local art gallery.

• Vote to approve July 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• New mural at Jaeger Lumber expected to start soon
• Sand Castle Contest potentially scheduled for Sept. 23 at Jenkinson’s Beach
• Seeking vendors for Tug-of-War event
• Potential trip to Michael Malpass metal and iron art gallery in Brick

The committee approved the minutes from the July 10 meeting. Members discussed updates on artist spotlights, kids' art classes, and upcoming events including a sandcastle contest and the Tug of War. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved July 10 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Shade Tree Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes, officer reports, and upcoming events. They will also address ongoing projects like the Memorial Tree Program, free street trees for residents, and a possible ordinance on unkempt private property trees. The meeting includes planning for a thank-you deck party and participation in the Seafood Festival.

• Discussion of NJDOT north end traffic island plans
• Review of Memorial Tree Program, peace tree boulder and plaque
• Residents free street trees program update
• Potential borough ordinance for unkempt and hazardous trees on private property
• Trees for JCP&L property on New Jersey Ave

Parking Authority

The Point Pleasant Beach Parking Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss new business, and review an engineer's update on a light pole project at Valentine lot. The board will also vote on a list of vouchers totaling $11,811.35 for landscaping, clerical services, utilities, and other expenses.

• Vouchers totaling $11,811.35, including $5,195.00 to Down to Earth Landscaping for June/July and $2,597.50 for August
• Payment of $2,443.63 to JCP&L for six utility bills
• Engineer's update on light pole project at Valentine lot
• Approval of June 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Payments to Karen Mills for clerical services ($444.72 for July, $444.72 for August)

The Parking Authority approved the publication of a new request for proposals for an ATM after Ocean First did not move forward. The board also authorized seeking new pricing for fence repairs and approved several invoices.

• Memorialized April 6, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Authorized Ray Savacool to adjust wording and Karen Mills to publish RFPs for ATM machine (4-0)
• Authorized Ray Savacool to obtain additional prices for split rail fence replacement in Borden’s Parking lot (4-0)
• Approved payment of five invoices totaling $1,767.02 (4-0)

Beautification Committee

The committee will open with roll call, requiring 11 members to vote, then review June minutes and the treasurer's report. Updates on gardens, planters/barrels, and the Garden Tour Committee are scheduled, along with discussion of the Summer Social. A public portion is included before adjournment.

• Review and approve June 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on Gardens
• Update on Planters/Barrels
• Garden Tour Committee Report
• Summer Social

Recreation Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Recreation Committee is meeting to review prior minutes, hear executive and subcommittee reports, and discuss current and future events. The agenda lists numerous summer and fall programs including concerts, sports leagues, and holiday events. No votes or binding decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Review of summer events: Wrestling, Jazz Ensemble, Concert Series, Skate Park Lessons, Bags on the Beach, Seafood Fest 5K, Kids Inlet Fishing Derby, Tug of War, Soccer Camp, Bonfire
• Future events planned: Pet Parade, Basketball, Grom-O-Ween, Trunk or Treat, Cookie Swap, Winter Wonderland, Holiday Lights Contest, Easter Egg Hunt, Porchfest, Adult Sports Leagues, Pickleball, Flag Football Camp, Summer Camp
• New Business includes Open Discussion and Volunteer of the Month

The committee cancelled the summer wrestling program and approved several payments for coaches and camp directors. They also authorized spending for stuffed gulls and a new tent top, and set dates and fees for upcoming skate park lessons.

• Cancelled summer wrestling due to low enrollment (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 payment to Kip Lovgren for wrestling (Unanimous)
• Hired Will Jarvis as replacement wrestling coach (Unanimous)
• Approved 8/21-8/25 skate park lesson session and $110 enrollment fee (Unanimous)
• Approved expansion of Kids Inlet Fishing Derby to 75 children and $150 gift (Unanimous)
• Appointed Joe Zaccone as 2023 football head coach at $10 per camper (Unanimous)
• Approved $930 and $597.50 payments for Summer Camp Director and Asst Director (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 for stuffed gulls and $375 for a new tent top (Unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on July 20, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The board will memorialize minutes and resolutions from prior meetings, then hear four agenda items: variance requests for an A/C platform, an open porch addition, a new single-family home, and a residential home in a zone that does not permit residential use.

• 2023-11 Flugrad, 9 Niblick Street, Block 130 Lot 9: variance for A/C platform
• 2023-12 James/Nancy Mulvihill, 1000 St. Louis Avenue, Block 41 Lot 11: open porch addition
• 2023-05 Joe Disciulli, 72 Inlet, Block 176 Lot 9.01: construct residential home in zone not permitting residential (carried from March 16, 2023)
• 2023-18 Christina Campbell, 411 Yale Avenue, Block 162 Lot 12: new single-family home
• Memorialize resolutions: Ghanem (11 Danby), Brown (1304 Baltimore Ave), Mistretta (157 Baltimore Ave)

The Board of Adjustment approved a request to build a new home at 72 Inlet despite the property being in a commercial zone. Two other applications were approved with conditions, and one was carried to a future date due to flood compliance issues.

• Approved application 2023-05 for new home at 72 Inlet with conditions (5-2)
• Approved application 2023-11 for a/c platform at 9 Niblick Street with conditions (7-0)
• Carried application 2023-12 for open porch at 1000 St. Louis Avenue to Nov 16, 2023 (7-0)
• Memorialized approval of application 2023-10 for a/c condensers at 11 Danby with conditions (6-0)
• Memorialized denial of application 2022-38 for in-ground pool at 1304 Baltimore Avenue (6-0)
• Memorialized action for application 2023-15 for porch addition at 157 Baltimore Avenue (6-0)

Planning Board

The board will consider a sign application for Pops Corner at 500 Arnold Avenue, including a waiver from the wood-like finish requirement, and will take up a transferred application from the Zoning Board for installation of air conditioning units at Residences at Bay Point. The meeting also includes memorializing minutes from June 21, 2023.

• Pops Corner at 500 Arnold Avenue: requesting 2 signs and a waiver from the wood-like finish requirement
• Residences at Bay Point: transferred from Zoning Board, applicant seeking to install a/c units

The Planning Board approved a signage request for Pop’s Corner and a conditional application for Residences at Bay Point to install A/C units and concrete patios. The board also updated its meeting calendar for September.

• Approved signage and wood-finish waiver for Pop’s Corner at 500 Arnold Avenue (7-0)
• Approved application 2023-16 for Residences at Bay Point at 320 Maryland Avenue to install A/C units and concrete patios with conditions (7-0)
• Approved addition of September 13, 2023, special meeting and time change for September 20, 2023, meeting (7-0)
• Memorialized June 21, 2023, meeting minutes (7-0)

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council is holding its regular meeting with a lengthy consent agenda covering payments, appointments, and various approvals. The council will also conduct public hearings and votes on several ordinances, including a general capital bond ordinance and amendments to wireless facility and penalty provisions.

• Ordinance 2023-07: $3,431,350 general capital bond
• Ordinance 2023-08: $2,901,000 water/sewer utility bond amendment
• Ordinance 2023-10: Increase distance between small wireless facilities
• Resolution to dissolve the Parking Authority
• Payment to Ocean County Treasurer: $2,605,062.71 for 3rd quarter tax levy

The Council approved the minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting. The session primarily consisted of committee reports and administrative updates regarding local infrastructure and public works.

• Approved June 20, 2023 Council meeting minutes (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission determined that the first historical plaque will be presented to the Library on Curtis Ave, with a ceremony scheduled for August 1, 2023. A second plaque will be presented to the Hardware Store on Arnold Ave. & Rt 35S. The body also granted emeritus status to a retired member.

• Approved meeting minutes for 5/10/2023 (Unanimous)
• Granted William Lyons 'Emeritus Status' (Unanimous)
• Selected Library on Curtis Ave for first plaque presentation
• Selected Hardware Store on Arnold Ave. & Rt 35S for second plaque presentation

Cultural Arts Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Cultural Arts Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing initiatives, including the Art Walk, summer concert series, and kids' art classes. They will also consider a possible trip to a local art gallery and a sand castle contest, and are seeking new volunteers.

• Vote to approve minutes from 5/8/2023
• Laura Lutz art exhibit at Library and Town Hall through August 31
• Meet the artist event tentatively scheduled for 8/14
• Possible day trip to Michael Malpass metal and iron work gallery in Brick
• Sand Castle Contest suggested by Arlene Testa

The committee approved the minutes from the May 8 meeting. Members discussed ongoing artist spotlights, mural progress, and the planning of future art classes and events.

• Approved May 8 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Beautification Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Beautification Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, a treasurer's report, and updates on gardens and planters, as well as planning for the 2024 Garden Tour and discussing the committee's Facebook page and new members. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approve May 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's Report
• Update on Gardens
• Update on Planters/Barrels
• Garden Tour 2024

The committee approved the minutes from the May 23, 2023 meeting. Members discussed garden maintenance, the 2024 Garden Tour, and the creation of a Facebook page and logo. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Recreation Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Recreation Committee is meeting to review prior minutes, hear executive and subcommittee reports, and discuss a range of current and future events including summer camps, concerts, and seasonal activities. New business includes forming a shed subcommittee, purchasing tablecloths and long sleeves with a new logo, and selecting a volunteer of the month. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Review of summer events: Skate Park Lessons, Flag Football Camp, Summer Camp, Concert Series, Seafood Fest 5K, and more
• New business: Shed Subcommittee formation, 8' tablecloth and long sleeves with new logo
• Volunteer of the Month selection
• Vote to approve new event dates or fees (email vote if no quorum)
• Unfinished business: Downtown Town Cryer and Arts in the Park Night

The committee approved three scholarships for Park 2023 and split the cost of sound services for the Summer Jazz Ensemble. Members also voted to purchase a new logo tablecloth and long-sleeve t-shirts. The board discussed summer camp registration and upcoming event logistics.

• Approved three $375 scholarships for Park 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved moving Park 2023 counselor training to June 27-29 (Unanimous)
• Approved splitting $650 sound cost for Summer Jazz Ensemble, $325 each for MMDA and Recreation (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 8’ logo tablecloth for $225 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of New Wave long-sleeve t-shirts with logo for $705 (Unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Environmental Commission will meet to review and approve the April 2023 meeting minutes, discuss Sustainable Jersey action submissions and recognition, and receive updates on ongoing projects including the anti-idling initiative, student garden, and boardwalk water bottle filling stations.

• Sustainable Jersey action submissions and recognition luncheon
• Anti-idling signage and educational materials
• Arnold Avenue landscape improvements (signage, edging, tree pruning)
• Barnegat Bay Partnership Jersey Friendly Yards program enrollment
• ANJEC Open Space Grant application status

Green Team Advisory Committee

The Green Team Advisory Committee will discuss updates on Sustainable Jersey action submissions, including feedback from a recent summit, and review ongoing projects such as the anti-idling initiative, Arnold Avenue landscape improvements, and a gas blower ordinance. The meeting also covers status reports on the Shade Tree Commission, Open Space Advisory Committee, and Planning Board actions.

• Sustainable Jersey submissions update and third round deadline July 27, 2023
• Anti-idling initiative signage and educational material
• Arnold Avenue landscape improvements (signage, edging, tree pruning, fence)
• Gas blower ordinance discussion
• Boardwalk water bottle filling stations order status

Planning Board

The Point Pleasant Beach Planning Board will consider a Determination of Need Study recommending that a scattered 211-parcel area (about 49 acres) along Arnold, Richmond, and nearby streets be designated as an Area in Need of Rehabilitation under state law. The board is also scheduled to vote on a minor site plan for Hoagito's of Bay Avenue LLC at 529-601 Bay Avenue. The meeting includes memorializing minutes and a resolution.

• Public hearing and review of Arnold & Richmond Rehabilitation Area Determination of Need Study (May 2023, by Colliers Engineering & Design)
• Preliminary and Final minor Site Plan with waivers for Hoagito's of Bay Avenue LLC, 529-601 Bay Avenue, Block 91.01, Lots 20 & 30
• Memorialize resolution #2023-426
• Memorialize minutes from May 17, 2023

The Planning Board memorialized the minutes from May 17, 2023, and a resolution for a site plan application. The board also conducted a preliminary review of the Arnold and Richmond Rehabilitation Area in Need of Study Report.

• Memorialized May 17, 2023 minutes (9-0)
• Memorialized resolution approving application #2023-426 for Hoagito’s of Bay Avenue LLC at 529-601 Bay Avenue (9-0)

Council

The council will hold a public hearing and second reading on a $1.07 million bond ordinance to acquire the Coast Guard station. Consent resolutions include approvals of payrolls, vendor payments, appointments, and a $72,750 historic preservation grant for Tower Cottage. A discussion on a police boat shared services agreement is also scheduled.

• Bond Ordinance 2023-05: $1,070,000 for acquisition of Coast Guard Station
• Resolution to apply for DOT municipal aid for Channel Drive revitalization
• Authorization to execute Preserve NJ Historic Preservation Fund grant agreement for Tower Cottage ($72,750)
• Award of contract to Precision Fencing for Pleasure Park fencing replacement (NTE $43,500)
• Discussion on Police Boat Shared Services Agreement

The Council approved the minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting. A proposed shared services agreement for a patrol boat with Point Pleasant Borough and Bay Head was discussed but not decided upon due to concerns over logistics and costs.

• Approved May 16, 2023 Council meeting minutes (6-0)

Senior Committee

The committee reviewed financial reports for the Spring Tea and Zumba classes. Members coordinated logistics for an upcoming Ice Cream Social and discussed potential AARP grant projects. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on June 15, 2023, to hear four variance applications. Items include an in-ground pool in a front yard, a porch addition, a fence installed without permits, and placement of AC units within setbacks. The board will also memorialize two previously approved resolutions.

• 2023-10: Samer/Hala Ghanem — 11 Danby Place — variances for AC units in rear yard within setback
• 2022-38: Jeff Brown — 1304 Baltimore Avenue — variance to install in-ground pool in front yard
• 2023-15: Vin Mistretta — 157 Baltimore Avenue — variance to construct porch addition and other exterior improvements
• 2023-13: Holmes — 903 Bay Avenue — variance for fence installed without permits in site triangle
• Memorialize resolutions 2023-14 (219 Parkway) and 2023-19 (427 Yal Avenue)

The Board approved variance requests for AC unit placement and a home porch addition. A request to install an in-ground pool in a front yard was denied due to lot size and safety concerns.

• Approved application 2023-10 for AC units at 11 Danby with conditions
• Denied application 2022-38 for in-ground pool at 1304 Baltimore Avenue
• Approved application 2023-15 for porch addition at 157 Baltimore Avenue with conditions
• Memorialized approval of application 2023-14 for 219 Parkway with conditions
• Memorialized approval of application 2023-19 for 427 Yale with conditions
• Carried application 2023-13 for 903 Bay Avenue to September 21, 2023
• Transferred application 2023-16 for 320 Maryland to Planning Board

Shade Tree Commission

The commission voted to transition the Nominate Your Block program to an individual request system for free street trees starting this fall. Members also agreed to promote tree programs at the September Seafood Festival.

• Approved May meeting minutes with correction
• Voted to change Nominate Your Block program to individual requests for free street trees effective this fall
• Agreed to participate in Environmental Commission’s September Seafood Festival booth

Parking Authority

The Point Pleasant Beach Parking Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear updates from the chairman, engineer, and attorney, and consider new business. The main action is approving vouchers totaling $4,483.49 for various vendors.

• Voucher 1429: JCP&L $649.13
• Voucher 1430: Down to Earth Landscaping $2,597.50
• Voucher 1431: Raymond D. Bogan, Esq. $513.00
• Voucher 1432: Star News Group $39.14
• Voucher 1433: Karen L. Mills $444.72

The Parking Authority memorialized the May 4, 2023 meeting minutes and approved several invoices for payment totaling $4,483.49. The Chairman noted that the RFP for snow plowing and salting will be discussed at the next meeting.

• Memorialized May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $4,483.49 in total invoice payments (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is considering a use variance application for the White Sands Hotel & Spa to demolish two single-family homes and construct a three-story addition with 20 new guest units and 28 parking spaces. The proposal requires variances because hotels are not permitted in the SF-5 zone and because 18 of the 20 proposed units would contain kitchen facilities, exceeding the conditional use limit of one. The board engineer notes that site plan approval cannot be granted yet due to insufficient detail, and the floodplain administrator warns that the project may trigger substantial improvement review requiring full floodplain compliance.

• Use variance needed for hotel construction in SF-5 zone (Block 27, Lots 4 & 5)
• Proposed 20-room addition with 18 units containing kitchen facilities (exceeds conditional use limit of 1)
• Parking shortfall: 94-98 spaces proposed vs. 111-113 required
• Floodplain administrator flags potential substantial improvement review if new work exceeds 50% of building value
• Application #2018-27 for White Sands Resort & Spa at 1201-1205 Ocean Avenue

The Board of Adjustment reviewed a proposal to demolish two homes and construct a three-story addition with 19 guest units and 28 parking spaces at 1201-1205 Ocean Avenue. The application was carried to a future meeting without notice.

• Memorialized February 16, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Memorialized March 2, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Carried application 2018-27 (White Sands) to October 5, 2023 (7-0)

Green Team Advisory Committee

The May 25, 2023 meeting of the Point Pleasant Beach Green Team Advisory Committee was cancelled. The agenda listed only procedural items and status updates, with no substantive votes or public hearings scheduled.

Environmental Commission

This meeting was cancelled. No actions, discussions, or decisions took place. The agenda listed routine updates and status reports on various environmental initiatives, but none were addressed.

Beautification Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Beautification Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine business such as approving prior meeting minutes, a treasurer's report, and updates on various garden and beautification projects, plus a public comment period. No major decisions or proposals are listed beyond standard operational updates.

• Review and approve March 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's Report
• Flower Order
• Niblick/Randall Garden report
• Garden Tour and volunteer recruiting

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee meeting has no agenda available. The only action is to review the minutes.

The committee approved funding for summer camp shirts and a dedicated email address, and recommended a staff of 21 individuals for hire. Additionally, the committee reapproved the fee for summer skateboarding lessons.

• Approved $2,250 for 2023 Park Summer Camp shirts (Unanimous)
• Approved $300 one-time fee for camp email address through Town (Unanimous)
• Recommended 21 staff members for hire for 2023 Park Summer Camp (Unanimous)
• Reapproved $120 fee per child for Summer Skateboarding 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved April 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on May 18, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. The board will memorialize two previously decided resolutions and hear four new variance applications. Applicants seek variances for house lifts, a garage loft addition, and a revised new single-family dwelling plan. The meeting is open to the public and will be live-streamed.

• Memorialize Resolution 2023-09: Carolyn/Andrew Messinger, 320 Elizabeth Avenue, Block 13.04, Lot 17
• Memorialize Resolution 2023-23: Over the Moon Dog Grooming, LLC, 406 Richmond
• 2023-19: Kevin/Margaret McGuirl, 427 Yale Avenue, Block 115, Lot 23 — variances for house lift (existing non-conforming setbacks: front 21.4 ft vs 25 ft required; side 4.7 ft and 4.8 ft vs 5 ft required)
• 2023-14: John/Nichole Dougherty, 219 Parkway, Block 103, Lot 10 — raise existing home for stand-up storage and add loft space above garage
• 2023-02: Joseph/Denise Lipman, 112 Washington Avenue, Block 18.01, Lot 6 — revised plans for new single-family dwelling

The Board of Adjustment approved three applications for residential home elevations and modifications to meet flood compliance. Two applications were approved as requested, and one was approved with specific conditions regarding a storage shed and driveway relocation.

• Approved application #2023-19 for house lift at 427 Yale (7-0)
• Approved application #2023-14 for home elevation and loft addition at 219 Parkway with conditions (7-0)
• Approved application #2023-02 for new single-family dwelling at 112 Washington Avenue with conditions
• Memorialized minutes of February 2, 2023 (5-0)
• Memorialized approval of application #2023-09 for 320 Elizabeth Avenue (5-0)
• Memorialized approval of application #2023-23 for 406 Richmond (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to review several sign applications and a preliminary and final minor site plan with waivers for Hoagito's of Bay Avenue LLC at 529 Bay Avenue. The board will also memorialize minutes from the April 19 meeting.

• Hoagito's of Bay Avenue LLC — preliminary and final minor site plan with waivers for a casual restaurant at 529 Bay Avenue (Block 91.01, Lots 20 & 30)
• Sign review for Batch cafe at 214 Ocean Avenue — three proposed signs (window vinyl, door sign, acrylic sign) requiring waivers for plastic/vinyl prohibition and sign count limits
• Sign review for Surf Side Motel at 101 Broadway — Lexan sign panel replacement
• Sign review for Garden State Marina at 101 Route 35 — two proposed signs (192 sq ft roof sign, 72 sq ft wooden sign) requiring waivers for size and material restrictions
• Memorialization of April 19, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Board approved a preliminary and final minor site plan for Hoagito’s of Bay Avenue LLC with specific conditions. The board also approved three separate signage requests. Minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting were memorialized.

• Memorialized April 19, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Approved signage for Batch at 214 Ocean Avenue (10-0)
• Approved signage for Surf Side Motel at 101 Broadway (10-0)
• Approved signage for Garden State Marina at 101 Route 35 (10-0)
• Approved application #2023-426 for Hoagito’s of Bay Avenue LLC with conditions (10-0)

Council

The council will consider a bond ordinance to acquire the Coast Guard station for $1,070,000 and a resolution to purchase the property from the US Coast Guard for $1,050,000. Other items include approving a $318,071 sewerage payment, a $29,865 line-painting contract, and various special-event permits. The meeting is in-person only with no Zoom access.

• Bond Ordinance 2023-05 for $1,070,000 to acquire Coast Guard station
• Resolution to purchase Coast Guard property for $1,050,000, subject to attorney review
• Payment of $318,071.25 to OCUA for 2nd quarter sewerage
• Payment of $29,865 to Lasting Line Painting for line painting throughout town
• Curb cut requests at 207 St. Louis Avenue and 302 Chicago Avenue

The Council approved the minutes from the May 2, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded, though the body discussed curb cut requests, road painting, and the acquisition of the Coast Guard building.

• Approved May 2, 2023 Council meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)

Open Space Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Open Space Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss borough initiatives related to open space and recreation, including potential uses and parking ideas for the Coast Guard Station, uses for the boat storage property on Broadway, and Open Space Trust Fund financials. The agenda also includes general ideas for improvements, use, acquisition, needs, and access to open space.

• Discussion about Coast Guard Station uses and parking ideas
• Discussion about uses for boat storage property on Broadway
• Open Space Trust Fund financials
• Council Liaison briefing on open space and recreation initiatives
• Approval of April 10th meeting minutes

The Open Space Advisory Committee voted to recommend that the council not purchase the Coast Guard Station due to costs and lack of parking. The committee recommended the acquisition of six marina storage lots for recreation and requested a right of first refusal for 419 Trenton Ave.

• Voted unanimously to recommend not purchasing the Coast Guard Station
• Voted unanimously to recommend council consider acquisition of six marina storage lots between Broadway and Channel Drive
• Voted to recommend council send letter of interest and request right of first refusal for 419 Trenton Ave
• Approved April meeting minutes with one spelling correction

Cultural Arts Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Cultural Arts Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from the April 10 meeting and receive updates on ongoing initiatives and scheduled events. They will discuss the Art Walk, Juried Art Show, pARTy by the Sea, and light post banners, as well as new business including tech help, kids art classes, a possible gallery trip, and teaming up with Rec for music events.

• Vote to approve minutes from 4/10/2023 meeting
• Heather Brown's art exhibit at Library and Town Hall through May 31
• Juried Art Show winners posted, payments being sent
• pARTy by the Sea on May 18 at Lobster Shanty
• Battle of the Bands on June 10 and summer concert series dates listed

The Point Beach Arts Committee met on May 8, 2023, and approved the previous meeting's minutes unanimously. Most discussion focused on planning the upcoming PartY By The Sea event on May 18, including temporary sign approval, vendor confirmations, and room layout. Several agenda items were tabled to allow more time for event details. A new Decorating sub-committee was formed.

• Approved minutes from April 10 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved temporary signs for PartY By The Sea event
• Tabled several agenda items to next meeting
• Formed new Decorating sub-committee

Parking Authority

The Point Pleasant Beach Parking Authority is holding a regular meeting with routine business, including a chairman's update, new business on the municipal budget, and comments from the engineer and attorney. The board will vote on five vouchers totaling $1,767.02 for payments to vendors. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Vouchers totaling $1,767.02 for Asbury Park Press, JCP&L, Raymond D. Bogan, T&M Associates, and Karen L. Mills
• Municipal budget approved under new business
• Chairman's update and engineer/attorney comments on agenda

The Parking Authority approved publishing a new RFP for an ATM machine after Ocean First withdrew, and authorized obtaining prices to replace a split rail fence in Borden's Parking lot. The board also approved $1,767.02 in invoices and memorialized the previous meeting's minutes.

• Authorized new RFP for ATM machine after Ocean First withdrew (4-0)
• Authorized Ray Savacool to get prices for split rail fence replacement in Borden's Parking lot (4-0)
• Approved $1,767.02 in invoices (4-0)
• Memorialized minutes of April 6, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Zoning Board of Adjustment is considering a variance application from Over the Moon Dog Grooming LLC to operate a dog grooming salon with minor retail sales at 406 Richmond Ave., Unit C. The property is in the GC zone, where dog grooming is not a permitted use, and the zoning officer previously denied the permit. The applicant argues the low-intensity, appointment-only use would benefit the vacant space. The board will decide whether to grant the variance.

• Variance application for dog grooming salon at 406 Richmond Ave., Unit C (Block 94, Lot 9)
• Zoning permit ZP-2023-0047 denied because dog grooming is not permitted in GC zone
• Application fee $760, escrow fee $1,500
• Property owned by Brij and Parveen Sharma; applicant is tenant Vanessa Nowak
• Jenkinson's Broadway Storage item carried to a future date

Council

The council will hold a public hearing and second reading for the 2023 municipal budget. A consent agenda includes numerous routine payments, appointments, and contract awards, such as $2.37 million for county taxes and $29,400 for a wireless contract.

• Public hearing on 2023 municipal budget
• Wireless communications contract with Verizon Wireless ($29,400)
• Engineering services for Inlet Access Project ($33,000)
• Engineering services for NJDOT Bikeways Project ($16,500)
• Appointment of K. Hennessy and L. Miller to committees

Shade Tree Commission

The commission approved the April meeting minutes. Members discussed the status of the Peace Tree plaque, the placement of a rain barrel on Bay Ave, and the decision not to create a commission website at this time.

• Approved April commission minutes
• Determined no plan to create a commission website at this time

Green Team Advisory Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Environmental Commission and Green Team are meeting to review Sustainable Jersey action status, discuss grant opportunities, and consider new projects. They will also approve March 2023 minutes, hear officer reports including the 2023 budget request, and receive status updates on various ongoing initiatives.

• Sustainable Jersey action status update
• Grant opportunities discussion
• Earth Day 2023 recap
• Gas blower ordinance update
• Boardwalk water bottle filling stations installation status

Environmental Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Environmental Commission is meeting to review and approve the March 2023 meeting minutes, receive officer reports including the 2023 budget request status, and discuss ongoing projects. Key items include a Sustainable Jersey action status update, Earth Day 2023 recap, and progress on various environmental initiatives such as the gas blower ordinance, Arnold Ave landscape improvements, and boardwalk water bottle filling stations.

• Sustainable Jersey action status update and new projects/actions
• Review of 2023 budget request status
• Earth Day 2023 recap
• Arnold Ave landscape improvements (signage, edging/border, tree pruning, fence)
• Boardwalk water bottle filling stations (order status/installation date)

Council

This special meeting of the Point Pleasant Beach Council scheduled for April 25, 2023, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

• Meeting cancelled

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to hear two applications: a variance for an existing 3-foot fence at 903 Bay Avenue where 2 feet is allowed, and a request to add a larger deck at 320 Elizabeth Avenue. The board will also memorialize minutes and set a special meeting date for the White Sands Hotel.

• 2023-13 — Stanley/Marie Holmes — 903 Bay Avenue — variance for existing 3-foot fence in site triangle where 2 feet is permitted
• 2023-09 — Carolyn/Andrew Messinger — 320 Elizabeth Avenue — request to add larger deck in rear and front of home
• Memorialize minutes and add special meeting date for White Sands Hotel

The Board approved a variance for larger rear and rooftop decks at 320 Elizabeth Avenue with specific conditions regarding permeable surfaces and utility use. Three previous applications were memorialized, and one fence application was carried to a future date.

• Approved application 2023-09 for deck expansions at 320 Elizabeth Avenue with conditions (6-1)
• Memorialized approval of application 2023-06 for 201 Parkway with conditions (4-0)
• Memorialized approval of application 2023-08 for 103 Central Ave. with conditions (5-0)
• Memorialized approval of application 2023-17 for 803 Walnut with conditions (6-0)
• Carried application 2023-13 for 903 Bay Avenue to June 23, 2023, without notice (7-0)

Planning Board

The Point Pleasant Beach Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to review four sign applications, each referred by the code enforcement official for potential violations of the borough's sign ordinance. The board will consider whether to grant waivers for signs that may exceed limits on number, materials, or placement. The agenda also includes memorializing the minutes from the March 15, 2023 meeting.

• Pigleta, 1300 Richmond Avenue: vinyl business sign for a restaurant, referred for violating sign material and window placement rules
• Beach People Studio, 1805 Rt. 35: retail sign (6.15 sq ft main, 11.54 sq ft circle vinyl, 7.56 sq ft window vinyl), referred for multiple violations
• Holton Realty, 1805 Route 35: real estate office sign, referred for sign count and material rules
• The Lift Gym, 413 Railroad Square: multiple signage facing parking lot, referred for exceeding 40 sq ft total sign area and material rules

The Planning Board approved permanent and temporary signage for five local businesses. The board also discussed potentially changing the ordinance regarding vinyl window signage.

• Memorialized March 15, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Approved permanent sign for She Shed at 606 Arnold Ave (7-0)
• Approved signage for Beach People Studio at 1805 Rt. 35 (7-0)
• Approved signage for Holston Realty at 1805 Route 35 (7-0)
• Approved multiple signage for The Lift Gym at 413 Railroad Square (7-0)
• Approved vinyl sign for Pigleta at 1300 Richmond Avenue (5-0)

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda covering numerous payments, appointments, and approvals, plus a public hearing on Ordinance 2023-04 (Cap Bank). The meeting is in-person only, with no Zoom access.

• Ordinance 2023-04 (Cap Bank) 2nd reading/public hearing
• Payroll #8 ($297,411.32) and computer-generated vouchers ($229,973.19)
• Payment to Brick Township MUA for March bulk water ($62,212.54)
• Hiring of entry-level police officers and appointment of K. McCormack as Police Officer
• Curb cut request at 307 Carter Avenue

The Council approved the minutes from the April 4, 2023 meeting. A significant portion of the meeting consisted of a discussion between the Mayor, Council members, and the Borough Attorney regarding whether Recreation Committee members must file financial disclosure forms with the state.

• Approved April 4, 2023 Council meeting minutes (6-0)

Senior Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The committee approved a $10 fee for the Mother's Day Tea and voted to pursue a $10,000 grant from the Fisher Foundation. A proposal to increase fees for non-residents attending classes was denied. Zumba and Chair Yoga classes will move to Tuesday mornings starting the second week of June.

• Approved corrected March 20, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Denied motion to charge $5 for residents and $10 for non-residents for classes (3-4)
• Approved $10 charge for Mother's Day Tea event (Unanimous)
• Approved pursuit of Fisher Foundation grant for maximum amount of $10,000 (Unanimous)

Non-Resident Taxpayers Advisory Committee

The Non-Resident Taxpayers Advisory Committee has no agenda available for this meeting. The agenda text indicates there is nothing scheduled for discussion and directs readers to review the minutes instead.

• No agenda items listed

The committee met to discuss ongoing mayoral projects, including downtown renderings and water tower repairs. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Open Space Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Open Space Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, welcome new members, and receive a council liaison briefing on borough open space and recreation initiatives. The committee will also review Open Space Trust Fund financials and discuss ideas for improvements, use, acquisition, needs, and access to open space.

• Approval of February 22 meeting minutes
• Council Liaison briefing on open space and recreation initiatives
• Review of Open Space Trust Fund financials
• Discussion of improvements, use, acquisition, needs, and access to open space

The Open Space Advisory Committee unanimously voted to request that the mayor and council investigate paving walkways at the little league fields to address standing water. Council liaisons provided updates on the purchase of three lots along the inlet and a proposed building at Pleasure Park, noting that no open space funds were used for either.

• Unanimously approved motion to request mayor and council look into paving little league field walkways for drainage

Cultural Arts Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Cultural Arts Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing art initiatives and upcoming events. They will review updates on the Spotlight Artists exhibit, the juried art show, the PartY by the Sea fundraiser, and the approved Art Walk. The committee is also seeking new members and will discuss installing new light post banners in town.

• Spotlight Artists exhibit featuring Heather Brown runs through May 31; possible meet-the-artist on April 28
• Juried Art Show results to be posted online; judge James Toogood on standby to begin April 15
• PartY by the Sea scheduled for May 18 at Lobster Shanty
• Art Walk approved for April 29, chaired by Dave Betten
• Light post banners ready for installation; date and locations to be determined

The committee confirmed the receipt of $5,000 in funding from the town. Members discussed the status of the Virtual Juried Art Show, the upcoming Party By The Sea, and the Art Walk. The committee also noted that light post banners are complete and awaiting installation by DPW.

• Approved minutes from 2/13/2023 and 3/13/2023 meetings via email
• Confirmed receipt of $5,000 town funding

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority approved the use of the Cramer parking lot for a parade and authorized the publication of RFPs for ITM. The board also approved several invoices totaling $3,264.96 and authorized pricing for a fence replacement in Borden's lot.

• Approved St. Peter’s use of Cramer parking lot for parade (4-0)
• Authorized Ray Savacool to publish RFPs for ITM (4-0)
• Authorized Ray Savacool to obtain prices to replace split rail fence in Borden’s Parking lot (4-0)
• Approved payment of invoices totaling $3,264.96 (4-0)
• Memorialized March 3, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment held a special meeting to address one application. The request for a variance at 202 & 204 Broadway was carried to a future date.

• Carried application 2022-39 (Jenkinson’s South) to May 4, 2023 without notice

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting agenda consists solely of a notice that the Jenkinson's application will be carried without notice to May 4, 2023. No other items are listed for discussion or decision at this meeting.

• Jenkinson's application carried to May 4, 2023

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council is meeting in person to handle routine approvals, introduce the 2023 municipal budget, and consider a cap bank ordinance. The agenda includes a consent agenda with numerous payments and contracts, plus an executive session for contractual and litigation matters.

• Introduction of 2023 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance 2023-04 (Cap Bank) first reading
• Contract award to Northeast Roof Maint for soffit and fascia replacement ($198K)
• Payment to Winner Ford for Police Interceptor Vehicle ($47,148.93)
• Authorization for bathhouse renovations to GRQ Builders (NTE $43,750)

The Council introduced the 2023 Municipal Budget and approved several infrastructure and maintenance contracts. A settlement agreement with Atlantic Offshore Fisheries was approved, and a curb cut request for 56 Sanborn Avenue was granted.

• Introduced 2023 Municipal Budget
• Approved bathhouse renovation contract to GRQ Builders (NTE $43,750)
• Approved settlement agreement for Atlantic Offshore Fisheries vs. PPB
• Approved curb cut at 56 Sanborn Ave (contingent on no loss of on-street parking)
• Approved $198K contract to Northeast Roof Maint for Soffit & Fascia Rplcmt
• Approved $30K PO to Lasting Line Painting for town-wide line painting
• Tabled curb cut request for 307 Carter Avenue until next meeting
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-04 (Cap Bank) on first reading

Beautification Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Beautification Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, a treasurer's report, and updates on planters/gardens, flower orders, flag assembly, and the Niblick/Randall Garden special project. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Review and approve February 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's Report
• Planters/Gardens clean-up and assignments
• Flower Order
• Special Project: Niblick/Randall Garden report

The committee approved the February 28, 2023 meeting minutes and noted a $2,000 grant from the Fisher Foundation. Members coordinated spring planter clean-up, flower delivery, and the installation of a sprinkler system at the Niblick/Randall garden.

• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (12-0)
• Approved $20 soil testing for Niblick/Randall garden
• Assigned Caryn Byrnes to maintain bus stop planters
• Assigned Arlene, Monica Post, and Janine to Arnold/35 planters

Green Team Advisory Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Environmental Commission and Green Team are meeting jointly to discuss Sustainable Jersey action status, grant opportunities, and new projects. The agenda includes review of February meeting minutes, officer reports, and committee task force updates. Items such as the gas blower ordinance, Earth Day planning, and various environmental initiatives are listed for discussion.

• Sustainable Jersey action status and update
• Grant opportunities discussion
• Gas blower ordinance status
• Earth Day 2023 planning (April 22, Noon-4:00)
• Boardwalk water bottle filling stations

Environmental Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Environmental Commission is meeting to review and approve the February 2023 minutes, hear officer reports, and discuss ongoing projects and action items. Key topics include Sustainable Jersey status, grant opportunities, Earth Day 2023, and various environmental initiatives. The agenda is largely a status update and planning session, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Sustainable Jersey action status update
• 2023 budget request status
• Earth Day April 22, 2023 planning
• Arnold Ave landscape improvements (signage, edging, tree pruning, fence)
• Landscape requirement ordinance (work in progress)

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council will hold its regular meeting, primarily addressing routine approvals and introductions. Key actions include introducing the 2023 municipal budget and an ordinance related to the cap bank, along with several consent resolutions covering payments, contracts, and event permits.

• Introduction of 2023 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance 2023-04 (Cap Bank) - 1st reading
• Contract award to Earle Asphalt Co. for Boston Ave Resurfacing ($490,013.13)
• Payroll #6 approval ($308,220.48)
• Appointment of R. Kowalewski as permanent Police Chief

The Council approved several municipal payments, including a $490,013.13 contract for Boston Ave Resurfacing. They authorized the Borough Attorney to negotiate the purchase of Station Manasquan from the Coast Guard and appointed R. Kowalewski as permanent Police Chief.

• Approved $490,013.13 contract to Earle Asphalt Co. for Boston Ave Resurfacing
• Authorized Borough Attorney to negotiate purchase of Station Manasquan from Coast Guard
• Appointed R. Kowalewski as permanent Police Chief
• Approved 13-foot curb cut at 106 New Jersey Ave contingent on no loss of parking
• Approved $1,283,424.79 in computer-generated vouchers
• Approved $308,220.48 for Payroll #6
• Approved $29,945 payment to H. Kees & Sons for Pleasure Park fencing
• Approved various special event applications for Festival of the Sea and BBQ Jam Fest

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment is holding a regular meeting to hear several variance applications, including a request to build a new elevated single-family home at 72 Inlet Drive, which is not a permitted use in the MC Zone and requires a use variance. Other items include a gazebo, a gravel driveway, and a two-car garage with paver driveway. The board will also memorialize a resolution for a new single-family dwelling at 112 Washington Avenue.

• 2023-05 Disciulli: new elevated single-family home at 72 Inlet Drive, Block 176 Lot 9.01, requires use variance (residential not permitted in MC Zone)
• 2023-17 Kuzmic: variance to construct gazebo at 803 Walnut Ave, Block 92 Lot 15 (accessory structures not permitted in LR Zone)
• 2023-08 Grosso: variance for existing stone driveway at 103 Central Ave, Block 101 Lot 2
• 2023-06 Star: variance to construct two-car detached garage and paver driveway at 201 Parkway, Block 103 Lot 1
• 2023-02 Lipman: memorialize resolution for new single-family dwelling at 112 Washington Avenue, Block 18.01 Lot 6

The Board approved applications for a gazebo at 803 Walnut, a gravel driveway at 103 Central, and a garage at 201 Parkway, all with specific conditions. One application for a new home at 112 Washington Avenue was carried to May 18, 2023, and another for 72 Inlet was carried to July 20, 2023.

• Memorialized denial of application #2022-28 for 105 Morrison (4-0)
• Approved gazebo construction at 803 Walnut with conditions (7-0)
• Approved gravel driveway use at 103 Central with conditions (7-0)
• Approved two-car garage and paver driveway at 201 Parkway with conditions (4-2)
• Carried application for new dwelling at 112 Washington Avenue to May 18, 2023 (7-0)
• Carried application for elevated home at 72 Inlet to July 20, 2023 (7-0)

Planning Board

The Point Pleasant Beach Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to review sign applications and waivers for three businesses on Arnold Avenue. The board will consider requests from The Little Bookstore/coffee shop at 618 Arnold Avenue, Molly Boards Charcuterie at 625 Arnold Avenue, and Gknows at 713 Arnold Avenue, all of which require waivers due to exceeding the number or area of signs permitted by ordinance.

• Sign review for The Little Bookstore/coffee shop, 618 Arnold Avenue (SIGN-2023-00002): waiver needed for a second sign (painted cedar wood sign, 13.75 sq ft) exceeding the one-sign-per-lot limit.
• Sign review for Molly Boards Charcuterie, 625 Arnold Avenue: sign plan details to be reviewed.
• Sign review for Gknows, 713 Arnold Avenue (SIGN-2023-00004): waiver needed for exceeding sign count and area (vinyl-based sign with distressed wood/shiplap print, prohibited by ordinance).
• Memorialize minutes from February 15, 2023 meeting.

The Planning Board approved sign reviews with conditions for three businesses located on Arnold Avenue. The board also memorialized the minutes from the February 15, 2023 meeting.

• Memorialized February 15, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Approved sign review with conditions for The Little Bookstore/coffee shop (618 Arnold Avenue)
• Approved sign review with conditions for Molly Boards Charcuterie (625 Arnolds Avenue)
• Approved sign review with conditions for GNOWS (713 Arnold Avenue)

Cultural Arts Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Cultural Arts Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing initiatives and upcoming events, including extending the Juried Art Show deadline, planning the PartY by the Sea and Art Walk, and considering new light post banner artwork. The agenda includes routine updates and seeking new members.

• Juried Art Show submission deadline extended to 3/31/2023; 39 submissions so far
• Art Walk approved for April 29, 2023
• PartY by the Sea scheduled for May 18, 2023 at Lobster Shanty
• Spotlight Artists: Meet the artist with Shiela Evans on 3/22 at 6pm in Council Meeting Room
• Council requested artwork for light post banners in town

The committee approved artwork for town light post banners to be installed this spring. The deadline for the Virtual Juried Art Show was extended to March 31, 2023. Several upcoming events were discussed, including the PartY By The Sea on May 18, 2023, and an Art Walk on April 29, 2023.

• Approved artwork for town light post banners
• Extended Virtual Juried Art Show submission deadline to 3/31/2023

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council will hold a budget workshop and regular meeting, including a consent agenda with numerous routine approvals. Key items include a $1.48 million pension payment, a $33,462 contract for a new municipal website, and authorization to bid for a temporary cell tower. The meeting is in-person only, with no Zoom access.

• Approval of $1,484,539 payment to NJDPB for PERS & PFRS annual appropriation
• Authorization to bid for temporary cell tower
• Contract with Civic Plus for municipal website ($33,462)
• Approval of Change Orders and Pay Cert for Central Ave Improvements (net $11,887)
• Approval of $29,945 purchase order for Pleasure Park fencing

The Council approved a $33,462 contract for a new municipal website and authorized the administration to seek bids for a temporary seasonal cell tower. A budget workshop was held to discuss a proposed tax increase of 1.1 cents, with officials seeking ways to reduce it to under one penny.

• Approved $33,462 contract with Civic Plus for municipal website
• Authorized bidding for a temporary seasonal cell tower
• Approved $40,980 purchase of 18 additional police body cameras
• Reduced Easter Egg Hunt registration fee from $5 to $2
• Approved appointment of C. Linton to Recreation Committee
• Approved appointment of N. Brodeur and S. Longo as Summer Camp directors
• Approved 24-month electricity contract with Shell Energy Solutions
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes

Shade Tree Commission

The commission agreed on specific tree species for planting at the Little Silver Lake shoreline and along the Chicago Ave curb at the Antrim School field. A March 17 deadline was set for the Peace Tree contest entries.

• Approved February commission minutes
• Agreed to plant 2 sweet gum, 3 Querus alba oak, 3 hackberry, 2 disease resistant elm and 2 honey locust at Little Silver Lake shoreline
• Agreed to plant 8 Thorn less Hawthorn, 6 Service Berry and 6 Amur Mackia along Chicago Ave curb at Antrim School field
• Set March 17 deadline for Peace Tree contest entries

Parking Authority

The Point Pleasant Beach Parking Authority is holding a regular meeting to discuss routine administrative matters, including approval of the February minutes, an audit update, a budget request, and revisions to a snow contract. The board will also review maintenance bids and language for an ATM plan at Borden's lot. Vouchers totaling $5,224.77 are scheduled for payment.

• Approval of audit – no changes until 2024
• Budget request update
• Snow contract revisions and maintenance bids update
• Review of Borden's lot ATM plan language
• Vouchers totaling $5,224.77 (JCP&L $1,184.05, Raymond Bogan $1,278.00, T&M Associates $2,318.00, Karen L. Mills $444.72)

The Parking Authority withdrew the snow plow contract with Peck’s Landscaping. The board authorized the publication of RFPs for ITM and landscaper contracts. Several invoices totaling $5,224.77 were approved for payment.

• Memorialized February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Withdrew snow plow contract to Peck’s Landscaping (3-0)
• Authorized Ray Savacool to publish RFPs for ITM and Landscaper contracts (3-0)
• Approved payment of invoices totaling $5,224.77 (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment is holding a special meeting to memorialize prior minutes and resolutions, and to hear one application. The applicant, Chris/Therese Johnson, seeks to remove an existing shed and build a 20 ft by 28 ft detached two-car garage at 105 Morrison Avenue, requiring a side yard setback variance from 5 ft to 2.5 ft.

• Public hearing on 2022-37 Johnson: 2-car garage at 105 Morrison Avenue, Block 18.03 Lots 5 & 6, with side yard setback variance (5 ft required, 2.5 ft proposed)
• Memorialize resolutions: 2023-03 Sieb (302 Niblick), 2023-04 Trantino (1625 Ocean Avenue LLC), 2023-01 Brazill (153 Baltimore)
• Memorialize minutes from 10/20/22, 11/3/22, and 11/17/22 meetings

The Board of Adjustment denied an application to construct a two-car garage within required setbacks at 105 Morrison Avenue. The board also memorialized minutes from three previous meetings and three prior application approvals.

• Denied application #2022-37 for two-car garage at 105 Morrison Avenue (4-3)
• Memorialized minutes of 10/20/22 (4-0)
• Memorialized minutes of 11/3/22 (4-0)
• Memorialized minutes of 11/17/22 (4-0)
• Memorialized approval of application #2023-03 (Mark/Donna Sieb – 302 Niblick) with conditions
• Memorialized approval of application #2023-04 (Enrico Trantino – 1625 Ocean Avenue LLC) with conditions (4-0)
• Memorialized approval of application #2023-01 (Bill Brazill – 153 Baltimore) with conditions (5-0)

Beautification Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Beautification Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes reviewing and approving prior meeting minutes, a treasurer's report, updates on the Joining Forces and Decorating Committees, and discussions on planters/gardens, flower and flag orders, and the Niblick/Randall Garden special project. A public portion is included for resident input.

• Review and approve January 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's Report
• Planters/Gardens clean-up, assignments, fertilizer
• Flower order and flag order
• Special Project: Niblick/Randall Garden report

The committee approved the January 24, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed upcoming St. Patrick's Day decorating, flag orders for March, and a proposed butterfly waystation/pollinator garden at Niblick/Randall. A potential 2024 Garden Tour was proposed for discussion.

• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (11-0)

Recreation Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Recreation Committee meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The committee approved registration fees for skateboard lessons and the ukulele program, and voted to reduce the Egg Hunt registration fee. Members also agreed to postpone Porch Fest until next year. The committee received notice of an additional $5,000 budget allocation from the town.

• Approved January 2023 meeting minutes
• Reduced Egg Hunt registration fee from $5.00 to $2.00 per child
• Postponed Porch Fest to next year
• Approved skateboard lessons at $120 per child
• Approved ukulele program costs at $120 without instrument and $155 with instrument

Green Team Advisory Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Environmental Commission and Green Team are meeting to review the status of Sustainable Jersey actions, discuss grant opportunities, and consider new projects. They will also approve the November 2022 meeting minutes, hear officer reports, and receive updates on ongoing items such as the gas blower ordinance and boardwalk water bottle filling stations.

• Sustainable Jersey action status update
• Grant opportunities discussion
• 2023 budget request status
• Gas blower ordinance status
• Boardwalk water bottle filling stations

The commission approved the minutes from November 22, 2022. Members discussed Sustainable Jersey certification points, potential funding for the High School Environmental Club, and research into gas blower ordinances.

• Approved Minutes from Nov. 22, 2022

Environmental Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Environmental Commission is meeting to review and approve the November 2022 meeting minutes, receive officer reports including the 2023 budget request status, and discuss ongoing business and project status reports. Active agenda items include the gas blower ordinance, boardwalk water bottle filling stations, anti-idling signage, and fishing line receptacles. The meeting also includes a Green Team session with a Sustainable Jersey action status update and grant opportunities.

• 2023 Budget Request Status
• Gas blower ordinance
• Boardwalk water bottle filling stations
• Anti-idling signage/educational material
• Fishing Line receptacles (signs & Installation)

The Commission approved the minutes from November 22, 2022. Members discussed potential collaborations with the High School Environmental Club and reviewed progress toward Sustainable Jersey certification points.

• Approved November 22, 2022 meeting minutes

Open Space Committee

The committee appointed a chairman and secretary and reviewed the borough's open space initiative and Green Acres program. Members discussed potential improvements to Pleasure Park and the three lakes. The committee will seek legal clarification regarding jurisdiction for Lake Louise.

• Appointed Glen Paesano as chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed Anne Lightburn as secretary (unanimous)
• Requested legal clarification on jurisdiction for Lake Louise

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council is holding its regular meeting with votes on two ordinances: one amending Chapter 19 and another revising dune decking regulations. The council will also approve a series of consent resolutions covering payroll, professional services, and various payments, including police equipment and fuel. Public participation is scheduled for agenda items and ordinances on first reading.

• Ordinance 2023-02 (amendments to Chapter 19) - 2nd reading/public hearing
• Ordinance 2023-03 (revise dune decking regulations, Ch. 21-2.3) - 2nd reading/public hearing
• Payroll #3: $292,041.50
• Payment to Riggins for no-lead diesel fuel for DPW: $28,303.75
• Payment to OC JIF for first installment 2023: $332,317

The Council adopted two ordinances regarding roof amendments and dune decking regulations. They also approved a contingent curb cut request and authorized bidding for road repairs on Boston Avenue.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-02 regarding amendments to Chapter 19 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-03 revising dune decking regulations (6-0)
• Approved curb cut request at Ocean & Lake Aves contingent on losing no more than 2 parking spots on Ocean Ave
• Authorized bidding and contract award for Boston Ave road repairs
• Approved payroll #3 for $292,041.50
• Approved payment to State of NJ for health benefits ($155,224.22)
• Approved payment to OC JIF for first installment 2023 ($332,317)
• Denied special event application for Walk 4 Water on 6/3/23

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment is holding a regular meeting to hear five applications for variances and approvals. Items include a deck and semi-inground pool, a second-story addition, a paver installation exceeding coverage limits, and a new single-family dwelling. The board will also memorialize a resolution and minutes from a prior meeting.

• Resolution #2023-07: Matt/Meghan Presutti, 207 St. Louis, Block 106 Lot 19
• William/Sarah Brazill, 153 Baltimore, Block 146 Lot 2: deck and semi-inground pool (carried from Jan. 19)
• Mark/Donna Sieb, 302 Niblick, Block 104 Lot 19: second-story addition variance
• 1625 Ocean Ave. LLC, Block 179.02 Lot 13.02: pavers installed at 74.06% coverage vs. 50% permitted
• Joseph/Denise Lipman, 112 Washington Avenue, Block 18.01 Lot 6: new single-family dwelling

The Board approved three applications for residential modifications, including a second-story addition and a slate walkway. One application for a new single-family dwelling was carried to a future meeting for plan revisions.

• Approved application #2023-01 for deck and semi-inground pool at 153 Baltimore with conditions (7-0)
• Approved application #2023-03 for second-story addition and detached garage at 302 Niblick with conditions (6-1)
• Approved application #2023-04 for slate paver walkway at 1625 Ocean Ave. LLC with conditions (7-0)
• Carried application #2023-02 for new single-family dwelling at 112 Washington Avenue without notice (7-0)
• Memorialized minutes of October 20, 2022 (6-0)
• Memorialized approval of application #2023-07 for 207 St. Louis (6-0)

Planning Board

The Point Pleasant Beach Planning Board is holding a regular meeting on February 15, 2023. The main item is the review and consideration of Ordinance 2023-02, which amends Chapter 19, titled 'Development'. The agenda also includes memorializing the minutes from the January 18, 2023 meeting. One application, 2022-424 by Atlantic Offshore Fisheries at 212 Channel Drive, is not being heard due to deficient notice.

• Ordinance 2023-02 amending Chapter 19 'Development'
• Application 2022-424 (Atlantic Offshore Fisheries, 212 Channel Drive) not heard due to deficient notice
• Memorialization of January 18, 2023 minutes

The Planning Board recommended the passage of Ordinance 2023-02, which amends Chapter 19 regarding development. The Board also authorized engineering work for the Hawthorne Brewery application and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended passing Ordinance 2023-02 with amendments (9-0)
• Authorized William White of Collier’s Engineering to complete resolution compliance for the Hawthorne Brewery application (9-0)
• Memorialized the minutes of January 18, 2023 (8-0)

Cultural Arts Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Cultural Arts Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing arts initiatives, including artist exhibits, a potential mosaic mural, and upcoming events. They will also consider approving the minutes from the previous meeting and seek new volunteers.

• Spotlight Artists: Shiela Evans exhibit through March; Heather Brown April-June
• Considering a mosaic mural in town
• Juried Art Show: advertising and submissions began 1/3/2023
• PartY by the Sea: May 18, 2023, at Lobster Shanty
• Art Walk approved for April 29, 2023

The committee approved the minutes from the January 9, 2023 meeting. Members discussed planning for the Virtual Juried Art Show, the Party By The Sea, and the April 29 Art Walk. A tentative mosaic mural project was canceled.

• Approved 1/9/2023 meeting minutes
• Canceled tentative Mosaic Mural

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council is holding its regular meeting with a caucus on a proposed temporary certificate of occupancy at the foot of Broadway. The agenda includes a resolution calling for a moratorium on offshore wind development pending investigation into whale deaths, as well as public hearings on a revised zoning map and first readings of two ordinances. The consent agenda contains numerous routine payments and purchase orders, including large allocations to the school board and county tax payments.

• Resolution calling for immediate moratorium on offshore wind development pending investigation into whale deaths
• Ordinance 2023-01: 2nd reading/public hearing to adopt revised zoning map
• Ordinance 2023-02: 1st reading to amend Chapter 19 (zoning)
• Ordinance 2023-03: 1st reading to revise dune decking regulations
• Payments to school board totaling over $5.8 million for January–June allocations

The Council adopted a revised zoning map and introduced two ordinances to update building and dune decking regulations. They also approved multiple curb cut requests and a moratorium on offshore wind development.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-01 to revise the Zoning Map (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-02 regarding oceanfront deck regulations (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-03 to revise dune decking regulations (5-0)
• Approved moratorium on offshore wind development due to whale deaths (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved curb cut requests for 115 Atlantic Ave, 64 Harvard Ave, 303 Trenton Ave, 53 Broadway, and 300 Philadelphia Ave (5-0)
• Approved $1.2M+ monthly allocations to the Board of Education for January through June (5-0)
• Approved $2.37M payment for 1st quarter County tax levy (5-0)
• Amended Easter Egg Hunt resolution to add $5 registration fee per child (5-0)

Shade Tree Commission

The commission approved modifications to street and yard tree recommendations and agreed to plant only native trees on Chicago Avenue. The body also decided against creating a commission website.

• Approved November and December commission minutes
• Approved modifications to street and yard tree recommendations
• Agreed to plant only native street trees (Redbud, Hackberry, Serviceberry, and Red Maples) on Chicago Ave.
• Decided a commission website is not needed

Parking Authority

The Point Pleasant Beach Parking Authority is holding a regular meeting to discuss the budget request, updates on snow contract revisions and maintenance bids, and the Borden lot ATM plan. The board will also approve the audit and pay vouchers totaling $16,882.56.

• Approval of audit
• Budget request discussion
• Snow contract revisions and maintenance bids update
• Borden's lot ATM plan review
• Vouchers totaling $16,882.56

The Parking Authority approved several invoices totaling $16,882.56, though check #1408 is being held for auditor clarification. The board also authorized changes to the snow contract and the pursuit of information for a virtual teller bid.

• Memorialized January 5, 2022 meeting minutes
• Authorized Ray Savacool to seek information for virtual teller bid
• Authorized Ray Savacool to make changes to the snow contract (5-0)
• Approved payment of invoices totaling $16,882.56, excluding check #1408

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider two applications. The first is a request by Presutti for a second-floor addition, garage, porch, deck, and driveway at 207 St. Louis Ave, requiring multiple variances for setbacks and a nonconforming driveway. The second is a use variance application by Jenkinson's South, Inc. for a storage use at 204-206 Broadway, which requires special reasons and testimony on operations, noise, and environmental issues. The agenda includes engineering comments and memoranda from the board's engineer.

• Presutti application: second-floor addition, one-car garage with living space, front porch, rear deck, concrete walkways, drywell, new driveway at 207 St. Louis Ave (Block 106, Lot 19)
• Variances sought: front yard setback reduced from 16.1 ft to 14.08 ft, side yard setback 3.2 ft vs 5 ft required, driveway width 14.2 ft vs 13 ft max
• Jenkinson's South application: use variance for storage at 204-206 Broadway (Block 159, Lots 7&8), with rear yard setback 25 ft vs 30 ft required
• Design waiver requested for stormwater recharge system for new impervious coverage
• Testimony required on hours of operation, outside storage, noise, and environmental constraints (former dry cleaner on site with monitoring wells)

The Board of Adjustment approved a residential renovation and addition project with four specific conditions. A separate application for a storage building and parking lot on Broadway was carried to a future meeting.

• Approved application #2023-07 for second story and garage additions at 207 St. Louis (7-0)
• Conditioned 207 St. Louis approval on relocating the existing shed to comply with setbacks
• Conditioned 207 St. Louis approval on providing a deed of easement to the Borough
• Conditioned 207 St. Louis approval on Governing Body approval for driveway relocation
• Conditioned 207 St. Louis approval on keeping the front porch open
• Carried application 2022-39 for Jenkinson’s South storage building and parking lot to April 6, 2023 (7-0)

Green Team Advisory Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Environmental Commission (Green Team) is meeting to review and approve the November 2022 meeting minutes, receive officer and council liaison reports, and discuss ongoing business items. Active agenda items include the Sustainable Jersey action status update, the 2023 budget request, and several environmental initiatives such as the gas blower ordinance and anti-idling signage.

• Review/approval of November 2022 meeting minutes
• 2023 Budget Request Status
• Gas blower ordinance
• Arnold Ave Landscape Improvements (signage, edging/border, tree pruning, fence)
• Boardwalk water bottle filling stations

Environmental Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Environmental Commission is meeting to review and approve the November 2022 meeting minutes, receive officer and treasurer reports, and discuss the status of the 2023 budget request. The agenda includes updates on various ongoing initiatives such as the gas blower ordinance, landscape improvements on Arnold Ave, and anti-idling signage. Several items are marked as active for discussion, including the Jersey Friendly Yards Program and boardwalk water bottle filling stations.

• 2023 Budget Request Status
• Gas blower ordinance
• Arnold Ave Landscape Improvements (signage, edging/border, tree pruning, fence)
• Landscape requirement ordinance (work in progress)
• Boardwalk water bottle filling stations

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting to approve prior minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and discuss routine business including holiday decorating, a flower order, and use of a DPW truck. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve October 25, 2022 and November 30, 2022 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Holiday decorating review
• Flower order
• Use of DPW truck

The committee approved the October and November 2022 minutes and re-elected its Chair, Co-Chair, and Treasurer. Members planned a more diverse flower arrangement for 34 planters and discussed a potential redesign of the Randall/Niblick garden. The committee also reviewed its various funding sources, including a $1,500 donation from the Foos Family Foundation.

• Approved October and November 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Mary Lynn Ritchings as Chair, Karen Testa as Co-Chair, and Gary Mecca as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Elected Chesla Wechsler as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved plan to use diverse flower types across three sections of Arnold Ave planters

Recreation Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Recreation Committee is meeting to review prior minutes, hear reports from officers and subcommittees, and vote on new event dates and fees. The agenda lists numerous 2023 events, with some (Running Club, Trip to Blue Claws, Kickball) voted to be dropped for the year. No quorum was present for the vote on dates and fees, so an email vote will be sent.

• Vote to approve new event dates and fees (no quorum, email vote to be sent)
• Events voted to be dropped: Running Club, Trip to Blue Claws, Kickball
• Summer Concert Series (Rob Mercado, Ray Somerville)
• Winter Wonderland (Barbara Palombo, Liz Gross, Laura Kurmin)
• Holiday Lights Contest (Liz Gross, Kieran Schultz, Laura Kurmin)

The committee approved fee structures for the 2023 summer camp and pickleball seasons, as well as the Easter Egg Hunt and Battle of the Bands. Additionally, the committee voted to permanently remove the Blue Claws trip from the calendar.

• Approved 2023 Summer Camp fees: Residents $375, Non-Residents $500 (Unanimous)
• Approved Pickleball registration fee of $25 and 2023 season dates (Unanimous)
• Approved $5 per child fee for Easter Egg Hunt (Unanimous)
• Approved $75 entry fee for Battle of the Bands (Unanimous)
• Approved increase in basketball referee fee from $35 to $40 per game (Unanimous)
• Voted to permanently delete Blue Claws trip from calendar (Unanimous)
• Approved November 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to hear a variance application for a deck and semi-inground pool at 153 Baltimore Avenue, and to memorialize a prior resolution for a garage addition at 210 Yale Avenue. Two other applications are not being heard: one was adjourned to March 2, 2023, and another was deferred due to deficient notice.

• Public hearing: William/Sarah Brazill, 153 Baltimore Ave, deck and semi-inground pool in rear yard (variance application)
• Resolution to memorialize: 2022-25 Clayton Greene, 210 Yale Ave, portico addition to garage
• Adjourned to March 2, 2023: Chris/Therese Johnson, 105 Morrison Ave, 2-car garage with setbacks
• Not heard due to deficient notice: Jeff Brown, 1304 Baltimore Ave, swimming pool in front yard
• Minutes to memorialize: October 20, 2022

The Board memorialized the approval of a previous application for 210 Yale Avenue. Two other applications were carried to future dates, and one was not heard due to deficient notice.

• Approved application 2022-25 for Clayton Greene at 210 Yale Avenue (6-0)
• Carried application 2023-01 for William/Sarah Brazill at 153 Baltimore to February 16, 2023
• Carried application 2022-37 for Chris/Therese Johnson at 105 Morrison Avenue to March 2, 2023 (6-0)
• Application 2022-38 for Jeff Brown at 1304 Baltimore Avenue not heard due to deficient notice

Historic Preservation Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes for any actions taken.

The Historic Preservation Commission reviewed several properties to determine their historical relevance. The board approved the historical status of four buildings and denied it for three others. Members also agreed on a final design for historical building plaques.

• Approved meeting minutes from 11/09/2022
• Approved plaque design from vendor W&E Baum
• Determined 601 Bay Ave is historical
• Determined 505 Foreman Ave is not historical
• Determined 328 Richmond Ave is not historical
• Determined 623 New Jersey Ave is not historical
• Determined Public Works construction shed is historical
• Determined JCP&L building at New Jersey & Atlantic Aves. is historical

Planning Board

The Planning Board held a re-organizational meeting to fill officer positions and appoint professional consultants. The board also designated official newspapers and committee liaisons.

• Nominated Karen Mills as Board secretary and Clerk (10-0)
• Nominated Mr. Ritchings as Chairman (10-0)
• Nominated Glen Paesano as Vice Chairman (10-0)
• Appointed Robert Ulaky, Esq. as Planning Board attorney (10-0)
• Nominated Ray Savacool as Board Engineer (10-0)
• Designated Asbury Park Press and Ocean Star as official newspapers (9-0)
• Appointed Glen Paesano as liaison and Pete Ritchings as alternate liaison to Open Space Committee (10-0)
• Memorialized minutes of December 21, 2022 (8-0)

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda containing numerous routine approvals, including payments, appointments, and special event permits. A notable item is the first reading of an ordinance to update the zoning map, and a discussion on a curb cut request at 209 Forman Avenue.

• Ordinance 2023-01 (Updated Zoning Map) - 1st reading
• Curb cut request at 209 Forman Avenue - discussion
• Payment to Cherry Valley Tractor Sales for 4wd tractor loader backhoe ($94,648.96)
• Payment to Foley Caterpillar for Caterpillar wheel loader for DPW ($89,006.31)
• Authorization to draft ordinance to update zoning map

The Council introduced Ordinance 2023-01 to adopt a revised zoning map. They approved multiple consent resolutions covering payroll, equipment purchases, and event permits, while denying one bike ride application. A curb cut request for 209 Forman Avenue was approved.

• Introduced Ordinance 2023-01 to adopt revised zoning map (6-0)
• Approved 13’ curb cut request at 209 Forman Ave
• Denied S/E application for Multiple Sclerosis Coast the Coast Bike Ride on 5/13/23
• Approved payment for Caterpillar wheel loader for DPW ($89,006.31)
• Approved payment for 4wd tractor loader backhoe ($94,648.96)
• Approved payment to Colliers Engineering for Redevelopment & Rehabilitation proposals (NTE $40K)
• Approved landscaping services award to Clean Cut Lawn Care (NTE $20K)
• Approved payrolls #26 ($288,546.52) and #1 ($322,224.37)

Senior Committee

This meeting has no agenda available; it is likely procedural or cancelled. Residents should review the minutes for any actions taken.

The committee approved the November 2022 meeting minutes and appointed Maryjane Reilly as Secretary and Joan Clune as Treasurer. Members agreed to hold a Senior Service Day in April and a Mozzarella Making event on February 7.

• Approved November 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Appointed Maryjane Reilly as Secretary
• Appointed Joan Clune as Treasurer
• Approved April event as Senior Service Day
• Approved Mozzarella Making event for February 7
• Agreed to hold 50/50 raffles at large events

Cultural Arts Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Cultural Arts Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing initiatives and scheduled events for 2023, including art exhibits, murals, a juried art show, and an Art Walk. The committee is also seeking new members and volunteers to assist with events.

• Spotlight Artists at Library and Town Hall: Shiela Evans to exhibit Jan thru March; Heather Brown possible for April-June
• Murals to resume in spring
• Juried Art Show 2023 update from chairs Melissa Hood and Sheila Soyster
• PartY by the Sea scheduled for May 18, 2023
• Art Walk approved for April 29, 2023

The committee outlined a schedule for 2023 events, including a virtual juried art show and an Art Walk. Members discussed the creation of an artist's registry and the use of Municipay for event payments.

• Approved 11/14/2022 meeting minutes via email
• Scheduled Art Walk for 4/29/2023
• Scheduled PartY By The Sea for 5/18/2023
• Set tentative 2/1/2023 start date for Virtual Juried Art Show submissions
• Placed murals on hold until Spring

Parking Authority

The Point Pleasant Beach Parking Authority is holding a regular meeting to vote on installing a light pole, funded by insurance proceeds, and to review and vote on a snow removal RFP. They will also discuss updating the maintenance contract and receive an update on the Borden lot virtual teller. The meeting includes approval of vouchers totaling $3,558.50 for various expenses.

• Vote on light pole installation, paid from insurance monies
• Review and vote on snow removal RFP
• Update maintenance contract for RFP
• Borden lot virtual teller update
• Vouchers totaling $3,558.50, including $1,970.00 to Clean Cut Lawn Care

The Parking Authority authorized the issuance of updated requests for proposals for landscaping and snow contracts. The board also approved several invoices totaling $3,558.50 and memorialized the previous meeting's minutes.

• Memorialized December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Authorized Ray Savacool to bid for Landscaping contract and issue updated RFP for Snow contract
• Approved payment of invoices totaling $3,558.50 (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

This is a reorganizational and special meeting where the Board of Adjustment will appoint its clerk, chairman, vice-chair, secretary, attorney, and engineer, and designate official newspapers. The board will also administer oaths to members Kelly and Driber, and memorialize minutes and a resolution from prior meetings. No substantive applications or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Appointment of Board Clerk, Chairman, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Attorney, and Engineer
• Designation of official newspapers: APP and The Ocean Star
• Oath of Office for Kelly and Driber
• Memorialize minutes from September 15 and September 29, 2022
• Resolution #2022-41 – Richard Case – 925 Bay Avenue

The Board of Adjustment held a re-organizational meeting to appoint its officers, attorney, and engineer. The board also memorialized previous meeting minutes and one specific application resolution.

• Appointed Karen L. Mills as Clerk (7-0)
• Appointed Paul Struncius as Board Chairman (7-0)
• Appointed Mr. Pasola as Vice-Chairman (7-0)
• Appointed Mr. Schneider as Board Secretary (7-0)
• Appointed Ben Montenegro as Board Attorney (7-0)
• Appointed Ray Savacool of T & M associates as Board Engineer (7-0)
• Designated Asbury Park Press and Ocean Star as official newspapers (7-0)
• Memorialized approval of application #2022-41 for Richard Case at 925 Bay Avenue (6-0)

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council holds its annual reorganization meeting, administering oaths to newly elected council members and fire officers, and electing a council president. The bulk of the agenda consists of consent resolutions that approve professional appointments, set fees and policies for 2023, and make numerous board and committee appointments. These routine items establish the borough's operating framework for the year.

• Oath of office for Councilman-Elect Douglas Vitale and Councilwoman-Elect Arlene Testa
• Approval of temporary budget for 2023
• Establish 6% penalty for tax delinquencies over $10,000
• Set $10 late fee for dog license payments
• Re-establish water/sewer rates and miscellaneous fees

The Council held its reorganization meeting to swear in Councilmembers Vitale and Testa and elect Councilman Vitale as Council President. The body approved a series of consent resolutions covering professional appointments, the 2023 temporary budget, and various municipal committee assignments.

• Elected Councilman Vitale as Council President (6-0)
• Approved Resolution A to certify Fire Officer election results (4-2 abstain)
• Approved 2023 temporary budget (Consent Resolution 2a)
• Appointed Borough Attorney Kevin B. Riordan and various special project attorneys (Consent Resolution 1)
• Established 2023 Council meeting dates (Consent Resolution 4m)
• Approved 2023 Salary Resolution and adjustments (Consent Resolution 4e)
• Re-established property tax exemption policy for disabled veterans (Consent Resolution 3l)
• Approved various mayoral appointments to municipal committees (Consent Resolution 7)