Ramsey, NJ

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will review site plan waivers for seven local businesses, including Flow State Jiu Jitsu LLC and Bare Laser Medspa LLC. The board will also consider resolutions extending applications for Celtic Motor Sports, LLC and a minor subdivision by John Royle. A public hearing is scheduled for Alejandro & Andrea Frezza regarding a property at 24 Grant Street.

• Site plan waivers for Flow State Jiu Jitsu LLC, Verlinden Handyman Services LLC, Crescent Moon Yoga & Wellness LLC, Olive Branch & Grape Vine LLC, Set It Up Inc., Bare Laser Medspa LLC, and A Work of Heart Counseling LLC
• Resolution for Celtic Motor Sports, LLC extension at 1045 Route 17 South (Block 4603, Lot 41)
• Resolution for John Royle minor subdivision at 87 East Main Street, 103-115 East Main Street, and 28 Arch Street (Block 4811, Lot 1)
• Public hearing for Alejandro & Andrea Frezza at 24 Grant Street (Block 3608, Lot 21)

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and vote on four ordinances, including a $15,050,000 bond ordinance for the construction phase of the Fire Department/Rescue Squad/OEM station complex. They will also consider appointments to the Ramsey Rescue Squad, approve a two-year leaf removal contract, and act on various resolutions and special permits.

• Public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 16-2026, a $15,050,000 bond ordinance for the Fire Department/Rescue Squad/OEM station complex construction.
• Public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 15-2026 amending Chapter 10, Section 10-23 (Compensation).
• Public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 17-2026 establishing a local supplemental violations bureau schedule and traffic/parking penalties.
• Public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 18-2026 amending Chapter 19, Subsection 19-2.1 (Fees for Water Usage).
• Resolution 168-2026 awarding a two-year contract to RER Supply for leaf removal and disposal at $456,500.00.

Design Review Board

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Planning Board

Recreation Commission

This is the agenda for a regular meeting of the Ramsey Recreation Commission. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as the pledge, attendance, and approval of minutes, along with reports from the Recreation Director, Coordinator, Commissioners, and Council Liaison. Public comment is limited to five minutes per person. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on this agenda.

• Public comment limited to five minutes per person
• Report of the Recreation Director
• Report of the Recreation Coordinator
• Report of the Commissioners (Activity Reports)
• Report of the Council Liaison

Board of Public Works

The Ramsey Board of Public Works is holding a regular meeting with reports from the engineer, operations, management, and other officials. Key topics include ongoing water infrastructure projects such as the LSL replacement and PFAS treatment, plus routine administrative items like minutes and vouchers. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions listed.

• LSL Replacement Project update
• Darlington, Brookfield, Spring St PFAS project
• 280 Airmount Ave and 425 Island Rd projects
• RHS Water main repair
• Resolution – Payment of Vouchers

Environmental Commission

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Board

Design Review Board

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will consider finalizing an ordinance to establish a local violations bureau and approve a $15.05 million bond ordinance for a new fire station complex. The body will also vote on a $28,990.72 deer density study grant and a $240,383 contract for overhead doors.

• Final consideration of Ordinance 14-2026 (Police Regulations) and Ordinance 15-2026 (Compensation)
• Bond Ordinance 16-2026 for $15,050,000 Fire Department/Rescue Squad Station Complex
• Resolution 146-2026 for $28,990.72 Community Based Deer Management Grant
• Resolution 153-2026 for $240,383.00 overhead doors and installation services
• Public hearing for Ordinance 17-2026 establishing a Local Supplemental Violations Bureau

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a site‑plan, subdivision and soil‑movement application submitted by Puleo Construction LLC for 290 Airmount Avenue, Block 4401, Lot 27. The board will also review site‑plan waiver requests from Chateau Health & Aesthetics LLC, Pink Art 123 Inc., Nordstrom, Inc., Flow State Jiu Jitsu LLC, Verlinden Handyman Services LLC, and Mainspring Chiropractic Inc. No ordinances or resolutions are scheduled for adoption at this meeting.

• Public hearing on Puleo Construction LLC site‑plan, subdivision & soil‑movement (290 Airmount Ave, Block 4401, Lot 27)
• Site‑plan waiver request – Chateau Health & Aesthetics LLC
• Site‑plan waiver request – Pink Art 123 Inc.
• Site‑plan waiver request – Nordstrom, Inc.
• Site‑plan waiver request – Flow State Jiu Jitsu LLC

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review reports on water and sewer infrastructure projects and regulatory compliance. The Borough Administrator will present proposed water rates for 2026. The board will also consider a resolution for the payment of vouchers.

• Proposed water rates for 2026
• LSL Replacement Project
• Arrow Rd Treatment Facility project
• Darlington, Brookfield, Spring St PFAS project
• Resolution for payment of vouchers

The Board of Public Works approved a 3.63% water rate change for 2026, recommending adoption by the Mayor and Council. The board also approved minutes from June 15, 2026, and authorized payment of $1,053,303.41 in current water/sewer bills. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and an executive session.

• Approved 2026 water rate change of 3.63% (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 15, 2026 (carried)
• Approved payment of $1,053,303.41 in current water/sewer bills (5-0)

Recreation Commission

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review a tree removal application for a property on New England Dr. The body will also review site plans, landscape plans, and various residential and commercial site inspections.

• Tree removal application for 49 New England Dr (Block 5002, Lot 11.02)
• Review of tree removal permit application violations
• Review of Ramsey Shade Tree Work Orders 3 & 4 - 2026
• Review of DPW Tree Work 3 - 2026 and County Tree Work 1 - 2026
• Discussion of Spring Plantings - 2027

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission will hear the Report of the Pool Manager, including registration payment totals for recent years. It will also receive comments from the Chairman, the Council Liaison, and updates from the Activities, Bylaws, Swim Team, and Facilities sub‑committees. The meeting includes time for unfinished business and new business before adjourning.

• Report of Pool Manager (registration payments $900k for 2026)
• Report of Chairman/Board Member Comments
• Report of Council Liaison
• Sub‑Committee Reports: Activities, Bylaws, Swim Team, Facilities
• Unfinished Business and New Business

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board will approve the minutes from the May 20, 2026 meeting. It will consider a court order dated February 18, 2025, requesting approval of a request by James Convery for 411 Shadyside Road. A public hearing will be held on a variance request by Justine & Michael Nero for 207 Summit Ave to reduce the required accessory‑structure minimum from 20 ft to 10.8 ft. No new or old business items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 20, 2026 meeting
• Consideration of court order (Feb 18 2025) for James Convery, 411 Shadyside Road
• Public hearing on variance for Justine & Michael Nero, 207 Summit Ave (accessory structure minimum 10.8 ft vs 20 ft required)

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is holding an emergency meeting to consider several items. The board will vote on approval of a union contract and the annual audit. Consent resolutions include hiring a part-time library assistant and page. The board will also enter closed session to discuss the library director's 2026 compensation.

• Union Contract Approval
• Annual Audit Approval
• Part-Time Library Assistant Hire: Robyn Fuest
• Part-Time Library Page Hire: Emmy Raisch
• Closed Session: Library Director 2026 Compensation

Environmental Commission

Library Board of Trustees

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review routine reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists of standing items including financial reports, inspection reports, and public health updates.

• Review of inspection reports
• Review of abatement orders
• Financial report
• Vital statistics report
• Public water supply update

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 12-2026, which amends mid-block crosswalk regulations. The consent agenda includes resolutions to assign a development agreement for 425 Island Road from Claremont Properties to US Homes, ratify a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 469 (2026–2029), and approve liquor license renewals. Two new ordinances are introduced: one on invasive plant control and another on compensation. Appointments to the Rescue Squad and Zoning Board are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing for final adoption of Ordinance 12-2026 amending mid-block crosswalk rules
• Consent resolution 144-2026 assigning development agreement for 425 Island Road to US Homes, LLC
• Ratification of collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 469 for 2026–2029 (resolution 142-2026)
• Introduction of Ordinance 14-2026 on invasive plant control and Ordinance 15-2026 on compensation
• Appointment of Ayan Chung to Ramsey Rescue Squad as Explorer and Kathy Daini to Zoning Board as Alt. 2

The Mayor and Council adopted an ordinance amending mid-block crosswalk regulations to include a new crossing between Ramsey High School and Veterans Park. The governing body also passed a consent resolution approving several liquor license renewals and a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 469.

• Adopted Ordinance 12-2026 regarding mid-block crosswalks (5-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 liquor license renewals, including Best Western with conditions
• Ratified collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 469 for 2026-2029
• Approved appointment of Ayan Chung to Ramsey Rescue Squad
• Approved appointment of Kathy Daini to Zoning Board of Adjustment (Alt. 2)
• Authorized $2,473.65 tax redemption for Block 2303 Lot 9
• Approved block party requests for Chestnut Street (Aug 15) and Birch Street (July 3)
• Authorized agreement with govdeals.com for auction of borough vehicles

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will vote on tree removal applications for two residential properties, review site and landscape plans, and discuss violations of tree removal permits. Residential and commercial site inspections, including spring plantings for 2027, are also on the agenda. Public comment is limited to 5 minutes per person.

• Tree removal application: 33 Momar Dr (Block 3205, Lot 4)
• Tree removal application: 36 Refy Ave (Block 3408, Lot 4)
• Tree removal permit applications violation review
• Residential site inspections: Work Order 3-2026, DPW Tree Work 2-2026, County Tree Work 1-2026, Spring Plantings 2027
• Commercial site inspections

The Commission unanimously approved the removal of nine overgrown white pines at two separate residential addresses. The board also reviewed ongoing DPW and county tree work orders and discussed a resident's request to save a tree at 34 Linden Street.

• Approved removal of nine trees at 36 Refy Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of nine trees at 33 Momar Drive (Unanimous)
• Accepted May 21, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Accepted June communications (Unanimous)

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission will review registration figures showing 2026 payments of $830k, up from $690k in 2025, and receive committee reports including the Swim Across America event. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled on this agenda.

• 2026 registration total payments: $830k (2,446 resident members, 773 non-resident, 554 senior)
• 2025 total payments: $690k (2,175 resident, 755 non-resident, 450 senior)
• 2024 total payments: $700k (2,400 resident, 750 non-resident, 440 senior)
• Activities Committee report on Swim Across America event

The Commission approved a new policy restricting pool members to sponsoring a single non-resident membership. The board also reviewed membership totals and scheduled several summer events, including a July 4th resident-only party.

• Approved May 20, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved policy limiting members to sponsoring one non-resident membership (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Planning Board

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review engineering reports on water infrastructure projects, including LSL replacements and PFAS treatment, and consider paying vouchers. The meeting also includes a report on regulatory compliance and a public comment session.

• Review of LSL Replacement Project
• Review of Arrow Rd Treatment Facility project
• Review of Spring St. PFAS treatment
• Resolution – Payment of Vouchers
• Public comment session

The Board of Public Works approved submitting an application to the NJDEP for PFAS treatment at the Darlington and Brookfield wells, and approved paying $217,139.50 in current water/sewer bills. The board also approved minutes from May 18, 2026, and entered executive session for litigation, personnel, and contract negotiation. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved submission of NJDEP application for Darlington & Brookfield Lane PFAS treatment (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $217,139.50 in current water/sewer bills (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 18, 2026 (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for litigation, personnel, and contract negotiation (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

This is a routine meeting of the Ramsey Recreation Commission with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: pledge, attendance, minutes approval, public comment, reports from staff and commissioners, and unfinished/new business.

Board of Health

This meeting is largely procedural, covering standard items such as approval of minutes, reports from committees on codes, site plans, public water supply, public health, health education, inspections, abatement orders, vital statistics, financials, ambulance services, conferences, and council updates. No specific actions, ordinances, or financial amounts are detailed in the agenda.

• Site Plans report
• Public Water Supply report
• Ambulance and Ramsey Alliance report
• Financial report
• Inspection Report

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 13-2026, authorizing $584,000 for capital improvements including vehicles, emergency equipment, and park improvements. They will also introduce Ordinance 12-2026 amending mid-block crosswalk regulations. Consent resolutions include payment of $5.9M in bills and renewal of a liquor license with conditions.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 13-2026 ($584,000 for vehicles, SCBA, Bobcat loader, guiderail, etc.)
• Introduction of Ordinance 12-2026 amending mid-block crosswalk code
• Consent resolution approving payment of $5,875,486.69 in current bills
• Renewal of liquor license 0248-036-011-004 for Best Western/Ramsey Liquor LLC with conditions
• Block party request for Ferguson Place on August 1, 2026

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 13-2026 authorizing $584,000 in capital improvements for equipment and vehicles across multiple departments, funded from the 2026 budget with no new debt. The council also approved a consent agenda including a new collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 125 (4-year term, 2.75% annual raises), a paving contract with P.M. Construction for shared services among four municipalities, and a block party permit for Ferguson Place.

• Adopted Ordinance 13-2026 for $584,000 in capital equipment and vehicle purchases (5-0)
• Approved consent Resolution 122-2026 for payment of vouchers (5-0)
• Approved consent Resolution 123-2026 ratifying payroll #12 (5-0)
• Approved consent Resolution 124-2026 authorizing participation in state cooperative housing inspection program (5-0)
• Approved consent Resolution 125-2026 for tax redemption on Block 2306 Lot 8 ($3,600.10) (5-0)
• Approved consent Resolution 126-2026 ratifying collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 125 for 2026-2029 (5-0)
• Awarded master contract and subsidiary contract to P.M. Construction for paving in four municipalities (Resolutions 127-2026 and 128-2026) (5-0)
• Approved change orders 2 and 3 to Motorola Solutions contract for emergency communications upgrade (Resolution 129-2026) (5-0)