Ramsey public meetings in 2022

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to discuss an application for the Ramsey Animal Clinic at 5 S. Franklin Turnpike. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the November 22 meeting and public comment. No site plans are listed for review.

• Application: Ramsey Animal Clinic, 5 S. Franklin Turnpike
• Minutes for November 22, 2022, to be approved
• Public comment period scheduled

The Board approved the meeting minutes for October and November. An application for signage at Ramsey Animal Clinic was deferred until the applicant submits all proposed materials for review.

• Approved October minutes
• Approved November minutes
• Deferred Ramsey Animal Clinic signage application to January 24, 2023

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, including public hearings on two variance applications. One seeks variances for a residential property at 216 Darlington Avenue, and the other for a BP gas station at 1275 Route 17 S to allow additional signage. The board will also approve minutes and memorialize previously approved variances.

• Public hearing: Sean & Keysha Menge, 216 Darlington Avenue – variances for rear yard setback (36.4 ft vs 50 ft required) and building coverage (15.55% vs 15% max)
• Public hearing: AMG DAT Realty LLC / BP Products North America, 1275 Route 17 S – variances for 7 façade signs (1 allowed), sign area 84.6 sq ft (40 sq ft max), and 2 directional signs (none permitted)
• Memorialize: Kevin & Christie Nabipour, 23 Darlington Avenue – approved variances for building coverage 21.2% (20% max) and carport in residential zone
• Memorialize: John Kuntz & Abbey Van Horne, 50 Morton Drive – approved variances for building coverage 17.8% (15% max) and impervious coverage 35.6% (35% max)
• Approval of minutes from November 16, 2022

The Board approved a variance for new signage at 1275 Route 17 S for a rebranding from Citgo to BP. It also approved a residential application for a swimming pool, patio, and deck expansion at 216 Darlington Avenue.

• Approved resolution for Kevin & Christie Nabipour at 23 Darlington Avenue (5-0-1)
• Approved resolution for John Kuntz & Abbey Van Horne at 50 Morton Drive (5-0-1)
• Approved pool, patio, and deck expansion at 216 Darlington Avenue (6-0-0)
• Approved signage variances for BP Products North America at 1275 Route 17 S (7-0-0)
• Approved minutes of 11/16/22 (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hear reports on the lead service line replacement project, decommissioning of test wells, and the North Central Treatment Building. The board will also review minutes, correspondence, and a resolution for payment of vouchers. Public comment is invited.

• Lead Service Line Replacement project update
• Decommissioning of Test Wells
• North Central Treatment Building update
• Resolution – Payment of Vouchers

The Board of Public Works approved the preparation of proposal and bid documents for phase 1B of the lead service line replacement project. The Board also recommended an ordinance requiring lead service line surveys during home ownership transfers and large renovations.

• Approved Crew to prepare proposal and bid documents for phase 1B of lead service replacement
• Recommended Board Attorney present an ordinance for lead service line surveys upon home transfer and large renovations
• Approved $197,217.47 in bills charged to the current Water/Sewer 2022 Budget (6-0)
• Approved minutes of October 17, 2022 meeting
• Approved minutes of November 21, 2022 meeting

Mayor & Council

The Council is reviewing communications regarding the 2023 budget and proposed rates from the Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority. The meeting includes several consent resolutions for personnel appointments, grant agreements, and infrastructure projects.

• Endorsement of $50,000 for HVAC improvements in Borough Hall
• Grant agreement with NJ DEP for $20,000 regarding stewardship and resiliency planning
• Appointment of Ryan J. Hourigan to the Ramsey Fire Department
• Appointment of Ruben Gonzalez as Probationary Police Officer
• Appointment of Zachary O’Connor as Probationary Police Officer

The Council passed a consent resolution approving several municipal appointments, budget transfers, and grant applications for housing and borough hall improvements. The meeting also marked the departure of Councilman Harry Weber after 12 years of service.

• Approved appointments of Ryan J. Hourigan (Fire Department), Ruben Gonzalez (Police), and Zachary O’Connor (Police)
• Approved $50,000 grant application for Borough Hall HVAC improvements
• Approved grant agreement with NJDEP for tree inventory resiliency planning
• Endorsed construction of six affordable supportive special needs housing units at 13 North Central Avenue
• Endorsed West Bergen Mental Health Center's porch renovation application
• Approved 2022/2023 salaries for non-union employees, including a 2% annual increase
• Authorized Interlocal Agreement with Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority for sewer TV inspection (2023-2024)
• Approved budget appropriation transfer number 2

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss routine business including minutes, bills, and reports, with the main items being the 2023 budget proposal and a draft strategic plan. The agenda also includes a closed session for staff discussion.

• 2023 Budget Proposal
• Strategic Plan Draft Proposal
• Bill Lists for November
• Capital Project Updates
• Closed Session – Staff Discussion

The Board unanimously accepted the 2023 budget draft proposal, which includes an additional $117,308 in funding. Trustees also approved salary increases for the Director and Assistant Director. The 2023-2026 Strategic Plan was discussed and will be voted on in January.

• Approved November bills (unanimous)
• Accepted 2023 budget draft proposal (unanimous)
• Approved 2% salary increase for Assistant Director Elwell (unanimous)
• Approved 5% salary increase for Director Latham (unanimous)
• Accepted November 14, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is holding a regular meeting via teleconference. Agenda items include lead paint inspections, a 2023 free rabies vaccine clinic, and a resignation letter from Jeff Nemeth. The meeting covers routine reports on inspections, finances, and public health matters.

• Lead Paint Inspections discussion
• 2023 Free Rabies Vaccine Clinic
• Jeff Nemeth's resignation letter
• Public Water Supply report
• Financial Report

The Board approved the November meeting minutes and discussed the implementation of N.J.A.C. 5:28A regarding lead paint inspections in rental dwellings. Members reviewed public health statistics and scheduled upcoming clinics. President Jeff Nemeth announced his retirement after nearly 20 years of service.

• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled WellCare clinic for December 21 at Ramsey train station
• Scheduled Annual Free Rabies Clinic for January 14, 2023

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is holding its regular meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19. The agenda includes site plan waivers for several businesses, a public hearing on a soil movement application for 209 Grove Street, and discussion of the 2023 meeting schedule. No ordinances or resolutions are scheduled.

• Public hearing: 209 Grove Street, LLC, Block 1402, Lot 7.01, soil movement application
• Site plan waivers for Law Offices of Laurie Morrison, Coremet Trading Inc., Lane Valente Industries, Inc., and The Rubber Stamp Corp.
• Approval of minutes from 11/01/22
• New business: 2023 annual schedule of regular and special meetings

The Planning Board approved a soil movement application for a home at 209 Grove Street and granted four business waiver applications. The board also approved the 2023 annual meeting schedule.

• Approved soil movement application for 209 Grove Street (7-0)
• Approved business waivers for Law Offices of Laurie Morrison, Coremet Trading Inc. LLC, Lane Valente Industries Inc., and The Rubber Stamp Corp. (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Annual Schedule of Regular and Special Meetings (7-0)
• Approved minutes of 11/01/22 (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will vote on routine resolutions including bill payments, payroll ratification, a state grant for electric vehicle charging stations, and the promotion of Sergeant Earle "Casey" Hines to Lieutenant of the Ramsey Police Department. The agenda also includes communications from the Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority about its 2023 budget and rate hearings, plus committee reports and public comment.

• Resolution 222-2022: Authorizes grant agreement with NJ DEP for electric vehicle charging stations
• Resolution 223-2022: Promotes Sgt. Earle "Casey" Hines to Lieutenant, effective Dec 10, 2022
• Resolution 220-2022: Approves payment of bills totaling $184,498.93 across funds
• Resolution 221-2022: Ratifies payroll of $437,007.86 and FICA of $20,777.34
• Public hearing notice: NBCUA to hold Dec 13 hearing on 2023 budget and septage/sludge/greywater rates

The Mayor and Council confirmed the appointment of Earle “Casey” Hines to Lieutenant of the Ramsey Police Department. The governing body also authorized a grant agreement with the NJDEP for electric vehicle charging stations.

• Appointed Sergeant Earle “Casey” Hines to Lieutenant of the Ramsey Police Department
• Approved grant agreement with NJDEP for electric vehicle charging stations (Resolution 222-2022)
• Approved payment of vouchers (Resolution 220-2022)
• Ratified governing body actions for payroll number twenty-four (Resolution 221-2022)
• Approved minutes from workshop on 11-14-22

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider applications for Pub 17 & Lounge at 1315 Route 17 South and Eyes on Ramsey at 44 East Main Street. No site plan items are listed. The board will also approve minutes from October 25, 2022, and receive correspondence.

• Application review: Pub 17 & Lounge, 1315 Route 17 South
• Application review: Eyes on Ramsey, 44 East Main Street
• Approval of October 25, 2022 minutes

The Design Review Board approved sign applications for two businesses. Pub 17 & Lounge must meet additional zoning and building requirements and submit revisions before installation. Eyes on Ramsey received approval for a 38.5 ft aluminum and pvc facade sign.

• Approved replacement façade and ground signs for Pub 17 & Lounge (1315 Rt. 17 South), pending zoning/building requirements and revisions
• Approved new façade sign for Eyes on Ramsey (44 E. Main St.)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will receive reports on the lead service line replacement project, decommissioning of test wells, and a water conservation plan. Routine items include approval of minutes, payment of vouchers, and public comment.

• Lead Service Line Replacement project update
• Decommissioning of test wells
• Water Conservation Plan
• Resolution – Payment of Vouchers

The Board approved the hiring of a full-time operator and a full-time meter reader/laborer. The Board also approved the payment of bills totaling $599,698.63 from the Water/Sewer 2022 Budget.

• Approved hiring Michael Scalione as full-time operator
• Approved hiring Jonathan Perske as full-time meter reader and laborer
• Approved payment of $593,363.43 in current bills (4-0)
• Approved payment of $6,335.20 in reserve bills (4-0)

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss tree removal applications, site plan reviews, and work orders. The agenda includes specific properties and routine administrative items.

• Tree removal application for 216 Darlington Ave (Block 2201, Lot 3)
• Tree removal application for 3 Twinbrook Ct (Block 3303, Lot 16)
• Landscape plan review for The Wash Club at 506 Route 17 (Block 5102, Lot 5)
• Commercial site inspections for Ramsey Auto Group at 69, 87, 99 Spring St and Fazio Movers at 416 Route 17
• Work orders for DPW tree work, stump grinding, and Rockland Electric

The Commission approved tree removal permits for 216 Darlington Avenue and 3 Twinbrook Court. Members also decided to cancel the December 15, 2022 meeting and tabled a decision on increasing permit fees.

• Approved removal of six trees at 216 Darlington Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 18 hemlocks and one silver maple at 3 Twinbrook Court (unanimous)
• Cancelled the December 15, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on raising permit fees from $25
• Accepted October 20, 2022 regular and executive session minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, including public hearings on two variance applications. The board will also vote to memorialize previously approved variances and discuss the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing: Kevin & Christie Nabipour, 23 Darlington Avenue, variances for 21.2% building coverage (max 20%) and carport instead of garage
• Public hearing: John Kuntz & Abbey Van Horne, 50 Morton Drive, variances for 17.8% building coverage (max 15%) and 35.6% impervious coverage (max 35%)
• Memorialize approval: Edward & Courtney Harrington, 23 Farmington Court, variances for side yard setback, building coverage, and impervious coverage
• Memorialize approval: Steve & Lisa Calamita, 10 Island Park Avenue, variances for front and rear yard setbacks
• Memorialize approval: Ramsey Golf & Country Club, 105 Lakeside Drive, amendment to conditions of approval

The Board of Adjustment approved two residential variance applications for home additions and a carport. Additionally, the board approved three resolutions for previous cases and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved application for pool, pool house, and carport at 23 Darlington Avenue (7-0)
• Approved one-story kitchen addition at 50 Morton Drive (7-0)
• Approved resolution for 23 Farmington Court (4-0-3)
• Approved resolution for 10 Island Park Avenue (5-0-2)
• Approved resolution for 105 Lakeside Drive (5-0-2)
• Approved 2023 Annual Schedule of Regular Meetings (7-0)
• Approved minutes from 10/19/22 (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business including minutes, treasurer's report, and bill list. The board will also consider proposals for a new Au Pair/Nanny library card policy, a 2022 budget adjustment, and schedules for 2023 board meetings and library holidays.

• Au Pair/Nanny Library Card Policy Proposal
• 2022 Budget Adjustment Proposal
• 2023 Library Board of Trustees Meeting Schedule Proposal
• 2023 Library Holiday Schedule Proposal
• Bill List for October

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new Au Pair/Nanny Library Card Policy and the 2023 meeting and holiday schedules. The board also approved the payment of October bills. A proposed 2022 budget adjustment was discussed but not voted upon.

• Approved Au Pair/Nanny Library Card Policy (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Board of Trustees meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 library holiday schedule (unanimous)
• Approved payment of October bills (unanimous)
• Accepted October 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Accepted October 17, 2022 Executive Session minutes
• Tabled vote on 2022 budget adjustment proposal

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a work session covering routine approvals, including a consent agenda with resolutions on payments, an audit corrective action plan, and participation in a federal program for excess military equipment for the police. The agenda also includes a public hearing for ordinances, appointments, and committee reports. The attached Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority agenda includes a sewer connection application for 301 Wiley Place in Wyckoff.

• Resolution 217-2022 authorizes Ramsey Police to participate in the Defense Logistics Agency 1033 Program for excess Department of Defense equipment
• Resolution 214-2022 accepts the Bergen County Municipal Alliance grant for Fiscal Year 2024
• Resolution 216-2022 approves a corrective action plan for the 2021 borough audit
• Resolution 101-2022 approves a sewer connection for 301 Wiley Place, Wyckoff, with 160 feet of 8-inch pipe and one manhole
• Resolution 99-2022 approves vouchers and payroll totaling over $1.5 million for the utilities authority

The Mayor and Council passed a consent resolution approving several administrative actions, including a budget transfer and the acceptance of a Bergen County grant. The council also authorized the police department to acquire excess Department of Defense equipment through the 1033 Program.

• Approved acceptance of Bergen County Municipal Alliance grant for FY 2024 (Resolution 214-2022)
• Approved Appropriation Transfer Resolution #1 to reallocate 2022 budget funds (Resolution 215-2022)
• Approved corrective action plan for the 2021 borough audit (Resolution 216-2022)
• Authorized Ramsey Police Department to participate in the Defense Logistics Agency 1033 Program (Resolution 217-2022)
• Confirmed appointment of Lola Callahan Santos as Ramsey Rescue Explorer Member (Resolution 218-2022)
• Approved payment of vouchers and payroll ratifications (Resolutions 212, 213, 219, 220-2022)

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is holding a regular meeting via teleconference. The agenda includes discussions on lead paint inspections, a 2023 free rabies vaccine clinic, and various public health and administrative matters. The meeting also covers routine items such as minutes, financial reports, and correspondence, including a resignation.

• Lead Paint Inspections discussion
• 2023 Free Rabies Vaccine Clinic
• Bill Lara's Resignation
• TYCO letter
• Public Water Supply update

The Board approved the minutes from the September meeting. Members discussed upcoming lead-based paint inspection laws and the planning of the annual rabies clinic. No final decision was made regarding the rabies clinic location.

• Approved September meeting minutes (carried by all)

Environmental Commission

The Ramsey Environmental Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes public comments from high school students on reducing greenhouse gases, approval of October minutes, and updates from commissioners and Green Team members on various projects. The commission will also discuss canceling the December meeting and receive committee reports.

• Public comment from Araceli Ruiz on Ramsey's greenhouse gas reduction
• Update on Audubon grant and bikepath plantings
• Sustainable Jersey update (Bronze in 2023)
• Discussion of canceling December meeting
• Adopt-a-storm-drain update

The Commission accepted the minutes from the October 11, 2022 meeting. Members discussed ongoing projects including Sustainable Jersey certification, storm drain adoptions, and potential 2023 initiatives regarding electric vehicles and recycling.

• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is holding its regular meeting via Zoom. The main item is a continued public hearing on the amended site plan and variance application for a Chick-fil-A at 726 State Highway 17. The board will also consider several site plan waivers and approve the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Continued public hearing: Chick-fil-A, Block 4705, Lot 6, 726 State Highway 17 (amended site plan/variance)
• Site plan waiver requests from Craft Exteriors LLC, Center for OCD & Misophonia LLC, Callinan & Smith LLP, The IRIS Center for Holistic Wellness LLC, EZ Dynamics Auto Repair LLC
• Approval of minutes from 10/18/22
• New business: 2023 annual schedule of regular and special meetings

The Planning Board approved waiver applications for six businesses, including a restaurant and an auto repair shop. Approval is subject to the consent of the Construction Official, Board of Health, and Fire Official. The Chick-fil-A application was adjourned to a future date.

• Approved minutes of 10/18/22
• Approved waiver for Craft Exteriors LLC (600 Lake Street)
• Approved waiver for Center for OCD & Misophonia, LLC (900 Lake Street)
• Approved waiver for Callinan & Smith LLP (70 Hilltop Road)
• Approved waiver for The IRIS Center for Holistic Wellness LLC (246 Franklin Turnpike)
• Approved waiver for EZ Dynamics Auto Repair, LLC (1065 Route 17 S)
• Approved waiver for EONS Food for Life (475 North Franklin Turnpike)
• Adjourned Chick-fil-A application to a future date

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, a consent resolution approving routine items, and recognition of Volunteers of the Year. Key actions include authorizing grant agreements for Senior Center improvements at 75 E. Oak Street ($43,356) and Finch Park improvements ($22,500), plus extending outdoor café licenses for 2022. The agenda also includes communications from the Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority regarding its meetings and minutes.

• Grant agreement with Bergen County Community Development for Senior Center improvements at 75 E. Oak Street in the amount of $43,356
• Grant agreement with Bergen County Community Development for Finch Park improvements in the amount of $22,500
• Resolution to extend the term of outdoor café licenses for 2022
• Receipt of the 2021 borough audit and 2022 Best Practices Check List
• Volunteers of the Year Recognition

The Mayor and Council passed a consent resolution approving several financial actions and grant agreements. The body also recognized local Volunteers of the Year and extended outdoor café licenses through the end of 2022.

• Approved $43,356 grant agreement with Bergen County Community Development for Senior Center improvements (Resolution 209-2022)
• Approved $22,500 grant agreement with Bergen County Community Development for Finch Park improvements (Resolution 210-2022)
• Extended 2022 outdoor café licenses through December 31st (Resolution 211-2022)
• Approved payment of vouchers (Resolution 205-2022)
• Ratified payroll number twenty-one (Resolution 206-2022)
• Received the 2021 borough audit (Resolution 207-2022)
• Approved the 2022 Best Practices Check List (Resolution 208-2022)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider four applications: Creative Learning at 29 Church St, Optimum at Interstate Shopping Center, Stretch Lab at 1300 Rt. 17 North, and T-Mobile at 475 Franklin Turnpike. No site plan items are listed. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of minutes from September 27, 2022, and old/new business.

• Creative Learning application at 29 Church St
• Optimum application at Interstate Shopping Center
• Stretch Lab application at 1300 Rt. 17 North
• T-Mobile application at 475 Franklin Turnpike

The Design Review Board approved applications for new facade, pylon, and ground signs for four businesses. Each applicant was advised that window coverage for advertising is limited to 20 percent of available space. The board also approved the minutes from September 27, 2022.

• Approved new facade and pylon sign for Stretch Lab at 1300 Rt. 17N
• Approved new facade and pylon sign for T-Mobile at 475 Franklin Turnpike
• Approved new ground sign for Creative Learning at 29 Church St
• Approved new facade sign for Optimum at Interstate Shopping Center
• Approved September 27, 2022 minutes

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss tree-related matters, including a tree removal application for 216 Darlington Ave, site plan reviews, and various work orders. The agenda also includes approvals of minutes, board and council comments, and public comment.

• Tree removal application for 216 Darlington Ave (Green Acres)
• Landscape plan review for The Wash Club, 506 Route 17, Block 5102, Lot 5
• Residential site inspections: Work Order 7-2022, DPW Tree Work 3-2022, Rockland Electric, Work Order 1-2023, Stump Grinding 1-2023
• Commercial site inspections: 69, 87, 99 Spring St (Ramsey Auto Group) and 755 Route 17 (Pep Boys)

The Commission unanimously accepted a revised landscape plan for The Wash Club at 506 Route 17, with planting scheduled for spring. A tree removal request at 216 Darlington Avenue was not approved because no commissioners had inspected the property. The board also discussed a $6,000 restitution offer for unauthorized tree removal at 69, 87, and 99 Spring Street during closed session.

• Accepted revised landscape plan for The Wash Club (unanimous)
• Denied tree removal request at 216 Darlington Avenue (no inspection done)
• Approved meeting agenda change to move presentations earlier (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 15, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session to discuss restitution amount (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, with public hearings on four variance applications. These include requests for setbacks and coverage at residential properties and a request by the Ramsey Golf & Country Club to amend conditions of a prior approval. The board will also vote on minutes from the previous meeting and memorialize two previously approved variances.

• V-05-22-ZBA-7: Edward & Courtney Harrington, 23 Farmington Court, variances for side yard setback, building coverage, and impervious coverage
• V-06-22-ZBA-11: Steve & Lisa Calamita, 10 Island Park Avenue, variances for front and rear yard setbacks
• V-09-22-ZBA-16: Ramsey Golf & Country Club, 105 Lakeside Drive, amend conditions of January 20, 2021 approval
• Memorialize V-03-22-ZBA-5 (144 Momar Drive) and V-04-22-ZBA-6 (39 Poplar Street) approved variances
• Approval of minutes from September 21, 2022

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment approved three variance applications: a covered patio and powder room at 23 Farmington Court, a porch cover and kitchen expansion at 10 Island Park Avenue, and an amended approval for Ramsey Golf & Country Club to extend pool food/beverage service from April 1 to October 31. All votes were unanimous among present members. The board also approved two resolutions from prior meetings and the September 21, 2022 minutes.

• Approved Alan & Kristie Cafiero resolution for 144 Momar Drive (6-0-1)
• Approved Thomas & Nancy Sluby resolution for 39 Poplar Street (7-0-0)
• Approved Edward & Courtney Harrington variance for covered patio and powder room at 23 Farmington Court (6-0-0)
• Approved Steve & Lisa Calamita variances for porch cover and kitchen expansion at 10 Island Park Avenue (7-0-0)
• Approved Ramsey Golf & Country Club amended application to extend pool food/beverage season April 1 to October 31 (6-0-0)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2022 meeting

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is holding a regular meeting, primarily to consider site plan waiver requests from several businesses and to address an amended site plan/variance for Chick-fil-A, which has been carried to November 1, 2022. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comments, and committee reports, but no ordinances or public hearings are scheduled.

• Site plan waiver requests from Artma Properties LLC, IDS Autoshred, Craft Exteriors LLC, Lotra Logistics LLC, Center for OCD & Misophonia LLC, Callinan & Smith LLP, and Bergen Advanced Eyecare PC
• Chick-fil-A amended site plan/variance at 726 State Highway 17, Block 4705, Lot 6, carried to November 1, 2022
• Resolution for Baseline Associates, Inc. extension
• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2022 meeting

The Ramsey Planning Board approved waiver applications for four businesses: an optical office, a document shredding office, an administrative office, and an optometry practice. The waivers were subject to approval from the Construction Official, Board of Health, and Fire Official. The board also carried over a Chick-fil-A site plan application to November 1, 2022.

• Approved waiver for Artma Properties LLC (optical office) at 545 Island Road, Suite C & D (7-0)
• Approved waiver for IDS Autoshred (document shredding office) at 120 N. Central Ave. (7-0)
• Approved waiver for Lotra Logistics LLC (admin. office) at 400 Lake Street, Suite 400E (7-0)
• Approved waiver for Bergen Advanced Eyecare, PC (optometry) at 44 East Main Street (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Baseline Associates, Inc. (4-0-3)
• Carried Chick-fil-A amended site plan/variance to November 1, 2022

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business and hear reports. Key items include a presentation from Soyka Smith Design Studio, the 2023 library budget, an HVAC project update, and a proposal for the Mango Languages database. The board will also discuss a library card permission form and go into closed session for staff discussion.

• Design firm presentation by Soyka Smith Design Studio
• 2023 Library Budget Information
• HVAC Project Update
• Mango Languages Database Proposal
• Donation in memory of Doris Latham

The board unanimously approved retaining Soyka Smith Design Studios for the library renovation project. They also approved the purchase of the Mango Language Learning Database for 2023 at a cost of $1,600, and approved a $1,000 pay increase for Ms. Patel. The library will close on December 9th for staff training and a holiday party.

• Retained Soyka Smith Design Studios for library renovation project (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Mango Language Learning Database for 2023 at $1,600 (unanimous)
• Approved closing library on December 9th for staff training and holiday party (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 base pay increase for Ms. Patel for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of September bills (unanimous)
• Accepted September 12, 2022 meeting minutes as received (unanimous)
• Accepted September 12, 2022 executive session minutes as received (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will receive reports on the lead service line replacement project, decommissioning of test wells, and a presentation from Suez/Veolia on a water storage tank maintenance program. The meeting includes roll call, minutes review, and public comment.

• Lead Service Line Replacement project update
• Decommissioning of test wells
• Suez/Veolia presentation on water storage tank maintenance and repair program
• Resolution for payment of vouchers

The Board of Public Works approved a change order for additional pollution liability insurance needed for contractor William Stothoff on Contract 22-3 (decommissioning of test wells) at a cost of $1,882.73, subject to review by Crew and the board attorney. The board also accepted minutes from September 20 and September 26, 2022, and approved payment of $726,006.68 in current water/sewer budget bills and $48,115.76 from reserve. An update was provided on the lead service line replacement project: Phase 1A is complete, Phase 1B inspections are ongoing, and 268 known lead service lines have been identified with about 10% needing replacement before the NJDEP deadline of June 30, 2023.

• Approved change order #1 for $1,882.73 for additional pollution liability insurance for contractor William Stothoff on Contract 22-3 (test well decommissioning), subject to review by Crew and board attorney
• Approved minutes of September 20, 2022 regular meeting
• Approved minutes of September 26, 2022 special meeting
• Approved payment of $726,006.68 in current water/sewer budget bills and $48,115.76 from reserve
• Received and filed correspondence with review

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the September meeting and discussed upcoming events. The Halloween parade and costume contest will be held on Saturday, October 29, starting at 10 a.m. from the commuter parking lot on Mechanic Street to Ramsey High School cafeteria. The commission also noted that pickleball courts at Finch Park are now open and that the street hockey rink may be relocated near Field 1.

• Approved minutes of September 19, 2022 meeting
• Scheduled Halloween parade and costume contest for October 29, 2022
• Noted pickleball courts at Finch Park are now available
• Discussed relocating street hockey rink near Field 1

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is holding a teleconference meeting with a routine agenda covering reports on codes, public water supply, inspections, finances, and ambulance services. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting includes public comments and new business.

• Discussion of codes, ordinances, and legislation
• Public water supply report provided by Mike Skroupa
• Health education and outreach items: Ramsey Day and Flu Clinic
• Inspection report and abatement orders
• Ambulance Corps report by Jillian Beilen

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a work session to consider a consent agenda that includes paying over $5.3 million in current bills, ratifying payroll, authorizing two tax redemptions, and confirming appointments to the fire department and rescue squad. No public hearings for ordinances are scheduled. The meeting is procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Payment of $5,293,702.06 in current bills (Resolution 198-2022)
• Ratification of payroll totaling $461,937.23 (Resolution 199-2022)
• Tax redemption for Block 5101 Lot 27 (350 East Crescent Ave) for $58,777.84 (Resolution 200-2022)
• Tax redemption for Block 4905 Lot 42 (28 Spruce Run) for $2,959.44 (Resolution 202-2022)
• Appointments: William Scharff to Ramsey Volunteer Fire Department, Alyse Lorusso to Ramsey Rescue Squad

The Ramsey Mayor and Council held a work session on October 12, 2022, approving a consent resolution that included payment of vouchers, tax redemptions totaling $61,737.28, and proclamations. They also confirmed appointments to the fire department and rescue squad, and approved a special permit for a hoagie sale by the Ramsey High School Band and Guard Parent Association. No ordinances were introduced or adopted, and public comment included inquiries about EV charging infrastructure and pedestrian access.

• Approved consent resolution including payment of vouchers (Resolution 198-2022)
• Approved tax redemption for Block 5101 Lot 27 in amount of $58,777.84 (Resolution 200-2022)
• Approved tax redemption for Block 4905 Lot 42 in amount of $2,959.44 (Resolution 202-2022)
• Proclaimed October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month (Resolution 201-2022)
• Confirmed appointment of William Scharff as Associate Member of Ramsey Volunteer Fire Department (Resolution 203-2022)
• Confirmed appointment of Alyse Lorusso as Explorer Member of Ramsey Rescue Squad (Resolution 204-2022)
• Approved special permit for Ramsey High School Band and Guard Parent Association to sell hoagies door-to-door October 3-10 with delivery on October 15, 2022
• Approved minutes of September 28, 2022 meeting

Environmental Commission

The Ramsey Environmental Commission is holding its regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes, and reports from commissioners and Green Team members on various local environmental initiatives and projects. The meeting is largely a working session with updates rather than major decisions.

• Welcome to Jennifer DiPilato
• Discussion of Audubon grant for bikepath plantings
• Sustainable Jersey update (Bronze in 2023)
• Second Chance Toys event on November 13
• Adopt-a-storm-drain update

The Ramsey Environmental Commission held a monthly meeting via Zoom, discussing water restriction enforcement, a completed Audubon grant, and plans for electric vehicle charging stations. No formal votes or binding decisions were taken; the meeting was primarily informational and advisory.

• Approved minutes of August 9, 2022 meeting (motion by Nerney, seconded by Kymer)
• Discussed enforcement of borough water restriction ordinance (no action taken)
• Noted completion and approval of Audubon grant (payment not yet received)
• Discussed potential rain barrel program for Ramsey (no action taken)
• Reviewed Planning Board and Board of Adjustment updates (no action taken)
• Noted construction begun at Wawa on Route 17 and revised landscape plan for car wash
• Discussed electric vehicle charging station grants and Complete Streets (no action taken)
• Adjourned at 8:15 p.m. (motion by Nerney, seconded by Carey)

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will consider a consent resolution awarding a $143,920 contract to AA Berms, LLC for Main Street Streetscape Phase I repairs, along with routine items like voucher payments and a tax redemption. The council will also hear a request from St. Paul's Church for a Eucharistic procession on Wyckoff Avenue. The agenda includes public comment and committee reports, but no advertised public hearings or ordinance introductions are listed.

• Award contract to AA Berms, LLC for Main Street Streetscape Phase I repairs, not to exceed $143,920
• St. Paul's RC Church requests permission for Eucharistic procession from church to Ramsey Post Office on Nov. 20, 2022, 1-2 pm
• Authorize tax redemption for Block 5303 Lot 1, Qualifier C0018 in the amount of $1,559.42
• Ratify payroll actions for payroll number nineteen
• Approve payment of vouchers (Resolution 193-2022)

The council approved a consent resolution that included awarding a $143,920 contract to AA Berms, LLC for Main Street Streetscape Phase I repairs, and designating temporary overnight parking spaces in three commuter lots as a pilot program. No public hearings or appointments were held, and the meeting lasted about 26 minutes.

• Approved consent resolution including payment of vouchers (193-2022), payroll ratification (194-2022), tax redemption of $1,559.42 (195-2022), Main Street Streetscape Phase I repair contract to AA Berms, LLC for $143,920 (196-2022), and temporary overnight parking pilot program in Erie Plaza, Mechanic Street, and North Central Avenue lots (197-2022) (6-0)
• Approved special permit for St. Paul's RC Church Eucharistic procession on Nov. 20, 2022, 1-2pm along Wyckoff Ave sidewalk
• Approved block party request for Dogwood Terrace on Oct. 15, 2022, 3-10pm
• Swore in new OEM members Michael Herbst, Ted Birgler, and Kelly Sylvester

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to review applications for several businesses. The board will also address minutes from June 28 and August 23, 2022.

• The Wash Club: 506 Rt. 17 North
• Trinity Rehab: Interstate Shopping Center
• Sherwin Williams: 735 Rt. 17 South
• Vantage Veterinary Surgery: 535 E Crescent Ave
• Wawa: 966 Rt. 17 North

The Ramsey Design Review Board approved sign applications for Trinity, Sherwin Williams, Vantage Veterinary, Wawa, and Dunkin at its September 27 meeting. All applicants were reminded of the 20% window coverage limit. No site plans, public comment, or old/new business were discussed. The board also received a paving update from the council liaison.

• Approved Trinity sign: 41" x 140" acrylic/aluminum facade sign, white/black/blue, internal LED (unanimous).
• Approved Wash Club 13 signs (details in addendum) (unanimous).
• Approved Sherwin Williams sign: 25" x 19'2" plastic/aluminum facade sign, red/white/blue, internal illumination (unanimous).
• Approved Vantage Veterinary awning (12'2" x 3'9", navy/white Sunbrella) and ground sign (24" x 72", navy/white aluminum, no illumination) (unanimous).
• Approved Wawa facade, pylon, ground, and pump signs (details in addendum) (unanimous).
• Approved Dunkin facade, pylon, and ground signs (details in addendum) (unanimous).

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to correct a bid award for test well decommissioning and approve a negotiated labor agreement. The labor contract would cover employees of Teamsters Local 11.

• Correct bid award to William Stothoff Company for $68,900 for decommissioning of test wells
• Negotiated agreement with Teamsters Local 11 employees for the term January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2025

The Board of Public Works held a special meeting to correct the bid amount for William Stothoff Company from $65,245 to $68,900 for decommissioning test wells, and approved a four-year contract with Teamsters Local #11 for water and sewer employees. Both motions passed unanimously with six votes in favor and none opposed.

• Corrected bid amount for William Stothoff Company to $68,900 for decommissioning of test wells (6-0)
• Approved four-year contract with Teamsters Union Local #11 for water and sewer employees (6-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, including public hearings on two variance applications. The board will also approve minutes from July 20, 2022, and memorialize previously approved variances. No new or old business is listed.

• Public hearing: Sluby variance for building coverage at 39 Poplar Street (19% vs 15% max)
• Public hearing: Cafiero variances for side yard setback and impervious coverage at 144 Momar Drive
• Memorialize approved variance for 17 Birch Street (front yard setback 32.6' vs 40' required)
• Memorialize approved variance for 79 Elbert Court (side yard setback 5.6' vs 10' required)
• Meeting held via Zoom; next meeting October 19, 2022

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two variance applications at its September 21, 2022 meeting. The first granted a C-1 hardship variance for a rear deck addition at 39 Poplar Street, and the second approved variances for a generator location and impervious coverage at 144 Momar Drive. Both applications were approved with abstentions but no dissenting votes.

• Approved C-1 hardship variance for Thomas & Nancy Sluby to add rear decks at 39 Poplar Street (7-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved variances for Alan & Kristie Cafiero for generator setback and impervious coverage at 144 Momar Drive (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Victor & Mara Todisco at 17 Birch Street (7-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved resolution for Brian & Julie Buccino at 79 Elbert Court (6-0, 3 abstentions)

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission is holding its regular September meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from the pool manager, committees, and council liaison. No specific decisions, proposals, or financial items are listed.

• Approval of minutes
• Public comment period
• Report of Pool Manager
• Committee reports (Activities, Bylaws, Swim Team, Facilities)
• Unfinished and new business

The Pool Commission approved the August 17, 2022 minutes as received. The pool manager reported 2,696 family, 596 out-of-town, and 445 senior memberships, with total payments of approximately $764,000 for 2022, up from $619,000 in 2021. Guest fees rose to $98,000 from $84,000 in 2021. The commission discussed potential salary increases/bonuses related to possibly bringing back camp at the pool in August, but no decision was made. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved August 17, 2022 minutes as received (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:11 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a public hearing on an amended site plan and variance application for Chick-fil-A at 726 State Highway 17 (Block 4705, Lot 6). The board will also consider site plan waivers for three applicants and correspondence requesting an extension for Baseline Associates. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing: Chick-fil-A amended site plan/variance, 726 State Highway 17
• Site plan waivers: Yellowstone Property Group LLC, Lotra Logistics LLC, Artma Properties LLC
• Extension request from Jay R. Atkins, Esq. for Baseline Associates, Inc. approval
• Approval of minutes from 08-02-22

The board continued the Chick-fil-A site plan hearing to November 1, 2022, after discussion of stacking, parking, and safety concerns. No new notices are required. The board also approved a one-year extension for Baseline Associates and granted waivers for Yellowstone Property Group at 500 N. Franklin Tpke.

• Continued Chick-fil-A site plan hearing to November 1, 2022
• Approved one-year extension for Baseline Associates approval (6-0-2, with 1 absent)
• Approved waivers for Yellowstone Property Group at 500 N. Franklin Tpke (8-0, with 1 absent)
• Approved minutes of August 2, 2022 (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Ramsey Recreation Commission approved the June 20, 2022 meeting minutes and finalized plans for the September 24 run and October 29 Halloween parade and costume contest. The run will use pool bathrooms, and the parade will start at the commuter parking lot on Mechanic Street and end at Ramsey High School cafeteria. The December meeting was cancelled.

• Approved June 20, 2022 meeting minutes as received (unanimous)
• Finalized plans for September 24 run: bathrooms at pool, water stops covered, Shop-Rite donation approved
• Scheduled Halloween parade and costume contest for October 29 at 10 a.m. from Mechanic Street to Ramsey High School cafeteria
• Cancelled December 2022 meeting

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing reports on water and sewer infrastructure. Key discussions include lead service line replacements and the status of decommissioned wells.

• Lead Service Line Replacement project
• East Crescent Avenue Lead Service Line Test Pitting Project rebid
• Water and sewer connection application for 39 Upland Road
• Resignation of Eric Moritz from the Department
• Resolution for payment of vouchers

The Board of Public Works approved a $65,245 bid from William Stothoff to decommission test wells, rejected two quotes for E. Crescent Ave test pitting because they exceeded the borough's $44K threshold, and approved a change order for $8,428.32 in extra work on the lead service line replacement project. The board also approved a water and sewer service application for 39 Upland Rd. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved change order #2 for Montana Construction for Phase 1A lead service line replacement extra work, $8,428.32 (carried)
• Accepted bid from William Stothoff for decommissioning of test wells, $65,245 (carried)
• Rejected quotes from Garcia Construction and Montana Construction for E. Crescent Ave test pitting as exceeding borough threshold (carried)
• Approved water and sewer service application for 39 Upland Rd (carried)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $425,071.27 from current Water/Sewer 2022 Budget (6-0)

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is holding its regular meeting to review a tree removal application for 361 S Central Ave, inspect residential and commercial sites for tree-related work, and discuss various work orders. The agenda also notes several canceled planning and zoning board meetings.

• Tree removal application: 361 S Central Ave (Block 3301, Lot 29)
• Commercial site inspections: 900A Route 17 (Brothers BBQ), 620 Swan St (North Jersey Door), 87 and 99 Spring St (Ramsey Auto Group)
• Residential site inspections and work orders (e.g., Work Order 6-2022, DPW Tree Work 2-2022, Stump Grinding 1-2023)
• Cancellations: Zoning Board Aug 17, Planning Board Aug 16 and Sep 6

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission held a regular meeting. The most consequential action was that the Borough Council overruled the Commission's earlier denial of a tree removal permit for the Krehel property, allowing removal of an oak tree due to safety and line-of-sight hardship. The Commission also approved a tree removal permit at 361 South Central Avenue, rescinded a landscaping plan approval for The Wash Club, and denied a request to defer phase two of landscaping at 900A Route 17 (Brothers BBQ).

• Council overruled Commission's denial of oak removal at Krehel property due to safety and line-of-sight hardship
• Approved tree removal permit at 361 South Central Avenue (unanimous)
• Rescinded Resolution 14-2022 for The Wash Club landscaping plan (unanimous)
• Denied request to defer phase two of landscaping at 900A Route 17 (Brothers BBQ) until spring 2023 (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on screening at 620 Swan Street (North Jersey Door) pending more information

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and consider final adoption of two ordinances: one updating water usage fees and another repealing and re-establishing building and housing fee schedules. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that includes a $25,000 contract for Main Street Streetscape Phase I repairs, appointments, and resignations.

• Ordinance 14-2022: amends water fees, setting minimum charge at $36.84 per quarter and $6.14 per 1,000 gallons over 6,000 gallons
• Ordinance 15-2022: re-establishes building fee schedules, including $0.08 per cubic foot for new construction and $26.00 per $1,000 of work for alterations
• Resolution 190-2022: awards $25,000 contract to Boswell Engineering for Main Street Streetscape Phase I repairs
• Resolution 187-2022: confirms appointment of Leo Panteleo Belgiovine as Electrical Subcode Official
• Special permits: Eastwick College walkathon (Sept. 21) and Velocity Ride bicycle fundraiser (Oct. 2); block parties on Cobblestone Rd. and Norman Drive

The council adopted two ordinances: one increasing Board of Public Works water usage fees by 1.99% (the first increase since 2019) and another repealing and re-establishing the construction fee schedule to align with state recommendations. The council also approved a consent resolution including appointments, resignations, and special event permits. No public comments were made on either ordinance.

• Adopted Ordinance 14-2022 increasing water usage fees by 1.99% (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 15-2022 repealing and re-establishing construction fee schedules (6-0)
• Approved consent resolution including appointments, resignations, and special event permits (6-0)
• Accepted resignation of Eric Moritz from Board of Public Works with regret
• Appointed Leo Belgiovine as Electrical Subcode Official effective August 22, 2022
• Appointed James Dougherty as part-time electrical inspector effective August 22, 2022
• Awarded $25,000 contract to Boswell Engineering for Main Street Phase I construction inspection
• Appointed Jennifer Di Pilato to Environmental Commission Green Team

Environmental Commission

The Ramsey Environmental Commission is meeting via Zoom to discuss routine business, including approval of August minutes, updates on various projects and programs, and reports from commissioners on topics like the bikepath plantings, Audubon grant, Farmers' Market, and electric vehicles. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Discussion/approval of August meeting minutes
• Ms. Benfanti: plantings on the bikepath, Audubon grant
• Ms. Boone: Farmers' Market, Green Business Recognition Program
• Mr. Kehoe: November 13th Second Chance Toys
• Mr. Morris: adopt-a-storm-drain update

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of minutes, financial reports, and the director's report on library activities. The board will also consider proposals for replacing the copier and redesigning the HVAC system, and will enter a closed session for staff discussion.

• Copier Replacement Proposal
• HVAC Re-Design Proposal
• Bill Lists for June, July and August
• First Amendment Audits
• Banned Books Week

The Ramsey Library Board of Trustees approved the purchase of a new copier/printer for $4,175 using capital funds and a professional services proposal from the Goldstein Partnership for HVAC replacement design, both unanimously. The board also accepted the June, July, and August financial reports and approved payment of bills. No substantive policy decisions were made; most discussion covered operational updates and future planning.

• Approved purchase of new copier/printer for $4,175 using capital funds (unanimous)
• Approved proposal for professional services from the Goldstein Partnership for HVAC replacement design (unanimous)
• Approved payment of June, July, and August bills (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of June 13, 2022 regular meeting and executive session (unanimous)
• Accepted treasurer's report for June, July, and August (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is holding a regular meeting via teleconference. The agenda is largely procedural, covering standard items such as call to order, minutes, reports from committees, and public comments. No specific proposals, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed, and no major decisions are indicated.

• Discussion of codes, ordinances, and legislation
• Site plans review
• Public water supply update
• Health education, communication, and outreach including Ramsey Day and Flu Clinic
• Inspection report and abatement orders

The Board of Health received updates on COVID-19, monkeypox, and polio cases, with no cases of monkeypox or polio reported in Ramsey. The board also discussed plans for the upcoming Ramsey Day health fair and the new lead inspection requirement for rentals, with the health officer noting that a lead inspector class is not available until 2023. No formal votes or decisions were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes from August meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed lead inspection requirement for rentals; plan expected in 2023
• Heard COVID-19 case trends are stable with no significant increase or decrease
• Noted 50 confirmed monkeypox cases in Bergen County, none in Ramsey
• Reported one polio case in New York; no cases in Ramsey
• Planned Ramsey Day health fair with free health screenings and education
• Scheduled flu clinic for September 29 with free shots for Medicare Part B
• Received resignation of board member Bill Lara

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 13-2022 to transfer 13 North Central Avenue to Ramsey Housing, Inc. for an independent living facility for individuals with developmental disabilities. The meeting also includes appointments, consent resolutions, and introduction of two ordinances amending water usage fees and building fee schedules.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 13-2022 transferring 13 North Central Avenue to Ramsey Housing, Inc. for a developmental disabilities independent living facility
• Introduction of Ordinance 14-2022 amending water usage fees (Chapter 19, Section 19-2.1)
• Introduction of Ordinance 15-2022 repealing and re-establishing building fee schedules (Chapter 13, Section 13-1.2)
• Award of two-year leaf removal contract to Environmental Renewal, LLC for $524,500
• Approval of 1.91% sewer rate increase as recommended by the Board of Public Works

The council voted 5-0 to grant the Krehel family's appeal to remove a healthy oak tree at 306 Elizabeth Avenue, citing safety and hardship. The tree removal was denied by the Shade Tree Commission, but the council found that safety concerns and hardship justified an exception. The Krehels must pay for removal and plant a replacement tree in coordination with the Shade Tree Commission.

• Granted tree removal appeal for 306 Elizabeth Avenue (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 13-2022 for independent living facility pending grant and construction plans
• Approved consent resolution including sewer rate increase of 1.91% (5-0)
• Awarded two-year leaf removal contract to Environmental Renewal, LLC for $524,500
• Introduced Ordinance 14-2022 amending water usage fees (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 15-2022 updating construction fee schedules (first reading)
• Accepted resignation of Police Officer Zachary Struble with regret
• Accepted retirement of Lieutenant Vasili Pieratos with regret

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to consider an application regarding Fado at 4 E. Main St. The board will also review minutes from the June 28, 2022 meeting.

• Application for Fado at 4 E. Main St

The board approved a new façade sign for Fado at 4 E. Main St. with specific dimensions, materials, and colors, and no illumination. No other applications or site plans were considered.

• Approved Fado façade sign: 83" x 27" (15.6 sf), aluminum square tubing with dibold panel, black & white, no illumination

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is holding a regular meeting to review a tree removal application, a landscape plan for The Wash Club, and various site inspections. They will also discuss work orders and other routine business.

• Tree removal application for 25 Fawn Hill Ct (Block 2501, Lot 7.02)
• Landscape plan review for The Wash Club at 506 Route 17 (Block 5102, Lot 5)
• Commercial site inspections for 87 and 99 Spring St (Block 3608, Lots 11 & 12) – Ramsey Auto Group
• Residential site inspections and work orders (6-2022, DPW Tree Work 2-2022, Work Order 1-2023, Stump Grinding 1-2023)

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission approved the landscaping plan for The Wash Club at 506 Route 17, including revisions, by a unanimous vote. The commission also approved a tree removal permit for 25 Fawn Hill Court. A grant for a tree inventory was turned down because no inventory had been submitted, and the commission discussed seeking a new grant for inventory software. The commission also reviewed and approved multiple work orders for tree removals and maintenance across the borough.

• Approved landscaping plan for The Wash Club, 506 Route 17, with revisions (unanimous)
• Approved tree removal permit for 25 Fawn Hill Court (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of July 21, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:23 p.m. (unanimous)

Pool Commission

This is the regular August 2022 meeting of the Ramsey Pool Commission. The agenda includes standard items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from the pool manager, chairman, committees, and council liaison, followed by unfinished and new business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes
• Public comment period
• Report of Pool Manager
• Committee reports (Activities, Bylaws, Swim Team, Facilities)
• Next meeting scheduled for 9/21/22 at 8pm

The Pool Commission approved the minutes of the July meeting and received a report on membership numbers, noting 2,696 family memberships and approximately $754,000 in total payments. Plans for the adults-only luau on August 19 were finalized, and the next meeting was scheduled for September 21.

• Approved minutes of the July 20, 2022 meeting as received.
• Finalized plans for the adults-only luau on August 19 (rain date August 20), with tickets at $50 for members and $60 for non-members.
• Scheduled next meeting for September 21, 2022 at 8:00 p.m.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review reports on water infrastructure projects and regulatory compliance. The Borough Administrator will present a proposal for water and sewer rate changes and a water overpayment for 14 Indian Valley Road.

• Proposal for Water & Sewer Rate Change
• Lead Service Line Inventory and Replacement Program
• East Crescent Avenue Water Service Line Test Pit Project
• Ramapo Reservation Well Decommissioning Project
• Water overpayment for 14 Indian Valley Road

The Ramsey Board of Public Works approved a water and sewer rate increase of just under 2%, the first since 2019, to offset inflationary operating costs. The board also approved a $3,031 refund for a water overcharge at 14 Indian Valley Rd, and approved a $9,600 change order for additional test pits in the lead service line replacement project. A contractor's quote for E. Crescent Ave test pits was rejected as it exceeded the borough's bid threshold.

• Approved approximate 2% water and sewer rate increase (motion carried)
• Approved $3,031 refund for water overcharge at 14 Indian Valley Rd (motion carried)
• Approved change order #1 for Montana Construction not to exceed $9,600 for additional test pits (motion carried)
• Rejected Garcia Brothers quote of $57,958 for E. Crescent Ave test pits as above bid threshold (motion carried)
• Approved bills totaling $613,238.97 for Water/Sewer 2022 Budget (6-0, Emmer absent)
• Accepted July 18, 2022 minutes with changes (motion carried)

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is holding a regular meeting via teleconference. The agenda covers standard items such as minutes, announcements, codes and ordinances, site plans, public water supply, public health, inspections, abatement orders, vital statistics, financial report, and public comments. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Open Public Meetings Announcement
• Codes, Ordinances & Legislation
• Public Water Supply report
• Inspection Report
• Financial Report

The Ramsey Board of Health met on August 11, 2022, and discussed public health updates including COVID-19 case trends, monkeypox vaccinations, and plans for Ramsey Day outreach. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes from July meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 8:49 PM (motion by Dr. Tartini, seconded by Mrs. Azouri, carried unanimously)

Environmental Commission

The Ramsey Environmental Commission is meeting via Zoom to discuss routine business, including approval of June minutes and reports from members on various projects. Updates will cover bikepath plantings and an Audubon grant, the Farmers' Market, Green Business Recognition, Shade Tree activities, adopt-a-storm-drain, electric vehicles, and Styrofoam. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Bikepath plantings and Audubon grant update
• Farmers' Market and Green Business Recognition Program
• Shade Tree Commission update
• Adopt-a-storm-drain program update
• Electric vehicles discussion

The Ramsey Environmental Commission met via Zoom and approved the minutes from June 14, 2022. They discussed various updates, including the approved Audubon grant, upcoming Ramsey Day activities, and a planned plastic toy collection. No formal resolutions or ordinances were voted on; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes of June 14, 2022 meeting (motion by Boone, seconded by Nerney)
• Approved Audubon grant (completed by Benfanti)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 13, 2022

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is holding its regular meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19. The agenda includes approval of minutes, site plan waivers for Deliver, LLC, and public comments. The Chick-fil-A amended site plan/variance for Block 4705, Lot 6 at 726 State Highway 17 has been carried to September 20, 2022. No ordinances, public hearings, or resolutions are scheduled.

• Site Plan Waivers for Deliver, LLC
• Chick-fil-A amended site plan/variance carried to September 20, 2022
• Approval of minutes from 07-19-22

The Ramsey Planning Board approved two waiver applications for office uses at 600 Lake Street and 663 E. Crescent Avenue, subject to approvals from the Construction Official, Board of Health, and Fire Official. The board also carried the Chick-fil-A amended site plan/variance application to September 20, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved waiver for Deliver, LLC sales office at 600 Lake Street, Suite 600 (8-0)
• Approved waiver for Zoom RPM office at 663 E. Crescent Avenue, Suite 19 (8-0)
• Carried Chick-fil-A amended site plan/variance to September 20, 2022

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one establishing a lightning warning system and another amending police officer qualifications. They will also introduce an ordinance to sell 13 North Central Avenue to Ramsey Housing, Inc. for a developmental disabilities facility, and vote on several resolutions including contracts for engineering services and police employment agreements.

• Ordinance 11-2022: Establish lightning warning system (Chapter 3)
• Ordinance 12-2022: Amend police officer qualifications (Chapter 2)
• Ordinance 13-2022: Authorize sale of 13 North Central Avenue to Ramsey Housing, Inc.
• Resolution 154-2022: Award $46,300 contract to Christopher P. Statile, P.A. for Island Ave and Williams Drive improvements
• Resolution 155-2022: Award $11,000 contract to Boswell Engineering for Main Street Streetscape Phase I repairs

The Ramsey Mayor and Council adopted two ordinances: one establishing a lightning warning system (Ordinance 11-2022) and another expanding police department member qualifications (Ordinance 12-2022), both by unanimous vote. They also approved a consent agenda with 17 resolutions, including contracts for engineering services, police chief and captain employment agreements, and a tax court judgment payment. An ordinance to transfer 13 North Central Avenue to Ramsey Housing, Inc. for an independent living facility was introduced for final consideration at the August 31 meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance 11-2022 establishing a lightning warning system (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 12-2022 expanding police department member qualifications (5-0)
• Approved consent resolutions 148-164, including $46,300 engineering contract for Island Ave and Williams Drive improvements
• Approved $11,000 contract to Boswell Engineering for Main Street Streetscape Phase I repairs
• Approved employment contracts for Police Chief and Captain for 2022-2026
• Authorized $32,297.50 tax court judgment payment for Block 4301.01 Lot 16
• Introduced Ordinance 13-2022 to transfer 13 North Central Avenue to Ramsey Housing, Inc.
• Appointed Giovanni Giancaspro to Zoning Board of Adjustment

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is holding a regular meeting to review tree removal applications, site plans, and various inspections. The agenda includes two tree removal requests, a landscape plan for a playground conversion, and commercial site inspections. Public comment is limited to 5 minutes per person.

• Tree removal application: 306 Elizabeth Ave (Block 3403, Lot 8)
• Tree removal application: 528 Wyckoff Ave (Block 3509, Lot 18)
• Landscape plan review: Housing Authority – DeSimone Ave – Playground conversion
• Commercial site inspections: 87 and 99 Spring St (Block 3608, Lots 11 & 12) – Ramsey Auto Group
• Residential site inspections: Work Orders 5-2022, DPW Tree Work 2-2022, Work Order 1-2023

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission denied a permit to remove a healthy oak tree at 306 Elizabeth Avenue, as the tree had no issues and the commission did not want to set a precedent. The commission approved removal of eight dead or declining trees at 528 Wyckoff Avenue and 155 North Central Avenue, and approved a landscape plan for the DeSimone Avenue playground with mulch substitution. Work orders for tree maintenance were discussed, with budget constraints noted.

• Denied tree removal permit for 306 Elizabeth Avenue (oak tree) (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 8 trees at 528 Wyckoff Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 8 trees at 155 North Central Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved landscape plan for DeSimone Avenue playground with mulch substitution (unanimous)

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including approval of minutes, public comment, reports from the pool manager, chairman, committees, and council liaison, plus unfinished and new business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes
• Public comment
• Report of pool manager
• Committee reports (Activities, Bylaws, Swim Team, Facilities)
• Next meeting scheduled for 8/17/22 at 8pm at the pool

The Pool Commission upheld its earlier decision to rescind a member's 2022 membership, despite a request for reinstatement. The board also reviewed membership and revenue figures, and discussed pool operations and upcoming events.

• Upheld rescinded 2022 membership (consensus)
• Approved June 14, 2022 minutes as received (motion by Hewitt, second by DeLorenzo)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:42 p.m. (motion by Jost, second by DeLorenzo, unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on July 20, 2022. The board will approve minutes from June 15, memorialize previously approved variances, and hold public hearings on two variance applications for front and side yard setbacks. No new or old business is listed.

• Public hearing: V-02-22-ZBA-3, Victor & Mara Todisco, 17 Birch Street, variance for front yard setback of 32.6 ft where 40 ft required
• Public hearing: V-06-22-ZBA-8, Brian & Julie Buccino, 79 Elbert Court, variance for side yard setback of 5.6 ft (existing 9.1 ft) where 10 ft required
• Memorialized resolutions: Voytek Branach, 7 Sunrise Terrace, variances for front yard setback of 23.34 ft (40 ft required) and rear yard setback of 20.01 ft (25 ft required)
• Memorialized resolutions: 506 Route 17 Ramsey LLC, 506 Route 17 North, amended site plan and variances

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two variance applications. The first allowed Victor and Mara Todisco to build an enclosed front porch at 17 Birch Street, reducing the front yard setback from 40 feet to 32.6 feet. The second allowed Brian and Julie Buccino to expand and move their garage at 79 Elbert Court, reducing the side yard setback from 10 feet to 5.6 feet. Both approvals were unanimous with one abstention.

• Approved front porch variance for 17 Birch Street (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved garage expansion variance for 79 Elbert Court (6-0, 1 abstention, 1 recusal)

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is holding a regular meeting via Zoom, primarily to review site plan waiver requests from several local businesses. The board will also carry over discussion of an amended site plan/variance for Chick-fil-A at 726 State Highway 17 to August 2, 2022. No ordinances, public hearings, or resolutions are scheduled.

• Site plan waiver requests from Ramsey Care, LLC, CSC Holding, LLC, Manhattan Wine Company, LLC, Happy Paws Animal Clinic, LLC, and Seckin Pain Management, LLC
• Chick-fil-A amended site plan/variance for Block 4705, Lot 6, 726 State Highway 17, carried to August 2, 2022
• Approval of minutes from June 21, 2022

The Ramsey Planning Board approved five waiver applications for businesses including urgent care, cell phone sales, wine storage, a medical office, and an animal clinic, subject to approval by the Construction Official, Board of Health, and Fire Official. The board also approved the minutes from the June 21, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the Chick-fil-A site plan was carried to August 2, 2022.

• Approved waiver for Ramsey Care LLC urgent care at 950 NJ 17 (7-0)
• Approved waiver for CSC Holding LLC cell phone store at 233 N. Franklin Tpke. (7-0)
• Approved waiver for Manhattan Wine Company LLC wine storage at 200 Williams Drive (7-0)
• Approved waiver for Seckin Pain Management LLC medical office at 470 Franklin Tpke. (7-0)
• Approved waiver for Happy Paws Animal Clinic LLC at 5 S. Franklin Tpke. (7-0)
• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Carried Chick-fil-A amended site plan/variance to August 2, 2022

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing reports on the lead service line replacement project and water infrastructure. The meeting includes a resolution for the payment of vouchers.

• Lead Service Line Replacement project (Phase 1B)
• Installation of a new submersible pump, motor, column, and wire at the Brookfield well
• Submission of Capital Improvement Report for NJDEP
• Resolution for payment of vouchers

The Board of Public Works approved preparing specifications and soliciting quotes for a test pit project on E. Crescent Ave to identify lead service lines before paving. It also approved joining the North Jersey Cooperative pricing program for cost savings and vendor access. Bills totaling $755,656.68 were approved for payment. No public comment was received.

• Authorized Crew to prepare specs and solicit quotes for E. Crescent Ave test pit project (carried)
• Approved resolution to join North Jersey Cooperative pricing program (carried)
• Approved payment of $755,656.68 in current water/sewer bills (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 20, 2022 meeting (carried, Coronato abstained)

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is holding a regular meeting via teleconference. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, minutes, announcements, and financial reports, as well as discussions on codes and ordinances, site plans, public water supply, and public health. The meeting also includes public comments and new business.

• Discussion of codes, ordinances, and legislation
• Site plans review
• Public water supply update provided by Mike Skroupa
• Inspection report and abatement orders
• Financial report

The Ramsey Board of Health met on July 14, 2022, and approved the minutes from the May meeting. The board discussed the ongoing deer issue in town, with members noting that previous mitigation efforts, such as an infrared mapping system, were not approved. No formal action was taken on the deer issue, and the board recommended residents write to the Mayor and Council. The board also received reports on public health, inspections, and ambulance services.

• Approved minutes from May meeting (all in favor)
• Discussed deer issue, no action taken
• Noted previous infrared mapping system for deer count was not approved
• Recommended residents write to Mayor and Council about deer issue
• Received public health report on COVID, influenza, and Monkeypox
• Received inspection reports for May and June
• Received ambulance report: 147 calls in May, 142 in June
• Adjourned at 9:09 PM

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on a resident sticker fee ordinance and consider several contracts, including a two-year $247,440 shade tree care contract and a $181,504 Finch Park renovation project. They will also introduce ordinances on a lightning warning system and police qualifications, and confirm a new probationary police officer.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 10-2022 amending resident sticker fee
• Award $247,440 two-year contract to Chris Fix Tree Care for shade tree work
• Award $181,504 to Sport-Tech Construction for Finch Park hockey rink renovation, 4 pickleball courts, batting cage relocation
• Award $30,000 to Sport-Tech Acrylics for pickleball court surface repair and lining
• Introduce Ordinance 11-2022 establishing lightning warning system

The Ramsey Mayor and Council approved a consent resolution that included awarding contracts for converting the Finch Park hockey rink into four pickleball courts and increasing annual commuter parking permit fees to $50. They also adopted Ordinance 10-2022 to raise the resident sticker fee and introduced two ordinances related to a lightning warning system and police qualifications. Public comment included one objection to the hockey rink removal, which was addressed by the Borough Administrator.

• Approved consent resolution including $181,504 contract to Sport-Tech Construction for pickleball courts and $30,000 to Sport-Tech Acrylics for surface work (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 10-2022 increasing annual commuter parking permit fee to $50 (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 11-2022 to establish a lightning warning system (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 12-2022 to amend police qualifications to accept NJPTC certification (5-0)
• Awarded two-year shade tree contract to Chris Fix Tree Care for $247,440 (5-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Jacob Wrede as probationary police officer (5-0)
• Accepted retirement of Detective Adam Macaluso effective June 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved block party request for Patrick Dobbins on July 3rd (5-0)

Design Review Board

The Ramsey Design Review Board approved three applications for awning replacements and a new façade sign at local businesses. All approvals included specifications for size, material, and colors, with no illumination. The board also noted that window coverage for display or advertising cannot exceed 20 percent of available space.

• Approved awning replacement for Glass Doctor at 75 Orchard St. (19.33 sf, aluminum & fabric, gray/navy/red)
• Approved awning replacement for Ray's Barber Shop at 137 E. Main St. (20.9 sf, aluminum frame with sunbrella canvas, black & white)
• Approved new façade sign for Globe Shoes at 32 Interstate Shopping Center (20.9 sf, aluminum frame with sunbrella canvas, black & white)
• Adopted minutes of April 18, 2022 meeting

Planning Board

The Board will review a variance application for 160 Forest Avenue. Additionally, the amended site plan and variance for Chick-fil-A at 726 State Highway 17 has been carried to the August 2, 2022 meeting.

• Variance: Brian Gutterman, 160 Forest Avenue (Block 35, Lot 13.01)
• Amended Site Plan/Variance: Chick-fil-A, 726 State Highway 17 (carried to August 2, 2022)
• Site Plan Waivers: Br uno Noel LLC and George Follini Jr., CPA, P.C. Corp.

The Ramsey Planning Board approved waiver applications for two businesses, subject to approvals from the Construction Official, Board of Health, and Fire Official. A public hearing and a site plan application were carried to August 2, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved waiver for Bruno Noel LLC at 4 East Main Street (women's clothing, accessories & gifts) (8-0)
• Approved waiver for George Follini Jr., CPA, P.C. at 500 N. Franklin Tpke. (financial services) (8-0)
• Carried public hearing for Brian Gutterman to August 2, 2022
• Carried Chick-fil-A amended site plan/variance (Block 4705, Lot 6; 726 State Highway 17) to August 2, 2022

Recreation Commission

The Ramsey Recreation Commission met on June 20, 2022, but due to a lack of quorum, no official decisions were made. The May minutes were not approved, and the meeting was largely informational, covering public comments on the hockey rink replacement and activity reports.

• May minutes not approved due to lack of quorum
• Camp payroll approved
• July and August meetings cancelled

Board of Public Works

The Board will receive reports regarding the Brookfield Well arsenic treatment and a lead service line replacement project. Staff are also working on road preparation for milling and paving.

• Brookfield Well Arsenic Treatment update
• Lead Service Line Replacement project updates
• Capital Improvement Report submission for NJDEP
• Payment of Vouchers resolution

The Board agreed to continue operating the Brookfield well with the existing Isolux cartridge system and not pursue other arsenic/PFAS treatment options at this time. They also approved paying $1,250,776.56 in current water/sewer bills and a lease agreement with McKay Brothers for a gas generator. No public comment was made, and the board entered executive session for litigation, personnel, and contract negotiation.

• Continued Brookfield well operation with Isolux cartridge system (unanimous)
• Approved $1,250,776.56 in current water/sewer budget bills (6-0)
• Approved lease agreement with McKay Brothers for gas generator at 601 N. Central Avenue (carried)
• Entered executive session for litigation, personnel, and contract negotiation (carried)

Shade Tree Commission

The commission unanimously approved removal of trees at 12 Manchester Court and 101 Shadyside Road, and approved a planting plan for the Route 17 ramp subject to DOT approval. A re-vegetation plan for Ramsey Auto Group was tabled pending discussion of restitution for unpermitted tree removal.

• Approved removal of 16 trees at 12 Manchester Court (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 20 dead ash trees at 101 Shadyside Road (unanimous)
• Approved planting plan for Route 17 ramp, subject to DOT approval (unanimous)
• Tabled re-vegetation plan for 87 and 99 Spring Street until next meeting
• Approved continuation of Route 17 ramp presentation (2 negative votes)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom. The board will memorialize two previously approved variances and hold a public hearing on a new variance request for a residential property. A continuation of a commercial application for 506 Route 17 North is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing: V-03-22-ZBA-4, 7 Sunrise Terrace, variances for front yard setback (23.34' vs 40' required) and rear yard setback (20.01' vs 25' required)
• Continuation: V-07-21-ZBA-12, 506 Route 17 North, commercial application
• Memorialize: V-01-22-ZBA-1, 81 Morton Drive, variances for building coverage, impervious coverage, separation distance, floor area
• Memorialize: V-01-22-ZBA-2, 400 Grove Street, variances for building height, front yard setback, building coverage, impervious coverage

The Ramsey Zoning Board approved two resolutions and two variance applications. It granted variances for a home at 81 Morton Drive and approved an amended site plan for a car wash at 506 Route 17 North with conditions, including removing 'Free' from a pylon sign and adding a slip lane.

• Approved resolution for Matthew & Lind say Grasso, 81 Morton Drive (6-0)
• Approved resolution for Pasquale Giannella & Melissa Cassino, 400 Grove Street (6-0)
• Approved variances for Voytek Branach, 7 Sunrise Terrace (6-0)
• Approved amended site plan for 506 Route 17 North car wash with conditions (6-0)

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering standard items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from the pool manager, chairman, committees, and council liaison. No specific decisions, proposals, or financial items are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of minutes
• Public comment
• Reports from Activities, Bylaws, Swim Team, and Facilities Committees
• Next meeting scheduled for July 20, 2022 at 8pm at the pool

The Pool Commission approved the May 18, 2022 minutes as received. The pool manager reported 2,568 family, 545 out-of-town, and 409 senior memberships, totaling $604,245 in fees received. The commission discussed upcoming events, including a luau and cornhole tournament, and noted that a member's 2022 membership was rescinded after a letter was sent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 18, 2022 minutes as received
• Noted rescission of a member's 2022 membership after letter from Borough Attorney

Environmental Commission

The Ramsey Environmental Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes public comment, approval of May minutes, and reports from commissioners on various initiatives such as bikepath plantings, a farmers' market, and a shade tree update. The commission will also review matters from other boards and committees.

• $500 for plantings on the bikepath
• Audubon grant discussion
• Green Business Recognition Program update
• Adopt-a-storm-drain update
• Electric vehicles update

The Ramsey Environmental Commission met via Zoom and approved the May minutes. They awarded a $750 scholarship to Sophia Romero, funded by Councilman Weber. The commission also discussed various updates, including the completion of an Audubon grant, the Green Business Recognition Program, and ongoing projects like the storm drain adoption program.

• Approved May 10, 2022 minutes as received
• Awarded $750 scholarship to Sophia Romero
• Completed Audubon grant (approved, payment pending)
• Awarded Green Business Recognition to Bar Boutique, LEAP Preschool, and The Mindful Café

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a work session with public hearings on two bond ordinances totaling $1.675 million: one for various public improvements and new vehicles, and another for Phase I of a water service line replacement project. They will also consider an ordinance amending employee compensation, introduce an ordinance changing the resident sticker fee, and vote on several resolutions including a $250,000 state grant for Tisdale Elementary School safety improvements.

• Bond ordinance 07-2022: $775,000 for public improvements and new vehicles
• Bond ordinance 08-2022: $900,000 for Phase I water service line replacement
• Ordinance 09-2022: amending Chapter 10, Section 10-23 on compensation
• Resolution 136-2022: grant application for Tisdale Elementary School safety improvements ($250,000 from NJ DOT)
• Resolution 133-2022: estimated tax bills at $2.637 rate for Q3 2022

The Ramsey Mayor and Council adopted three ordinances: a $775,000 bond ordinance for various public improvements including North Central Field renovation, Finch Park pickleball courts, and emergency service vehicles; a $900,000 bond ordinance for Phase I of the water service line replacement program; and an ordinance amending the borough salary ordinance. The council also introduced an ordinance to increase resident commuter parking permit fees to $50 for the first permit and $25 for additional permits, and approved a consent resolution including a $250,000 NJ DOT grant for Tisdale Elementary School safety improvements.

• Adopted Ordinance 07-2022, $775,000 bond for public improvements (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 08-2022, $900,000 bond for water service line replacement Phase I (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 09-2022, amending salary ordinance (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 10-2022, increasing resident parking permit fees to $50/$25 (4-0)
• Approved consent resolution including $250,000 NJ DOT grant for Tisdale School safety improvements (4-0)
• Approved Academy of St. Paul's carnival reschedule to October 19-23
• Approved block party request for West Cedar Place on September 24

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business including minutes, bills, and reports, and to discuss several specific items: a proposal for library attorney representation, a staff training day request, and proposals for painting the community room. The board will also enter a closed session for employee discussion and consider a consent resolution for a library page.

• Library Attorney Representation Proposal
• Staff Training Day Request
• Community Room Painting Project Proposals and Recommendation
• Closed Session: Employee Discussion
• Consent Resolution for Library Page

The Ramsey Library Board of Trustees approved several operational items, including a contract with Robert Chambers Painting for the community room painting project, a half-day staff training closure, the hiring of a new page, and a leave of absence. The board also tabled a decision on retaining separate legal counsel until September. No financial reports were reviewed due to the treasurer's absence, but May bills were approved.

• Approved Robert Chambers Painting for community room painting project (unanimous)
• Approved half-day staff training closure on Aug 26 or Aug 29 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Erin Grunfelder as Library Page at $13/hr (unanimous)
• Approved Elena McAlear's six-month leave of absence (unanimous)
• Approved payment of May bills (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on retaining separate legal counsel until September

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is holding a routine meeting via teleconference. The agenda lists standard items such as approval of minutes, reports from committees on codes, public water supply, inspections, and finances, plus updates on COVID-19 and public comments. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda text.

• COVID-19 public health update
• Public water supply report
• Inspection report and abatement orders
• Financial report
• Public comments session

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a regular meeting, primarily continuing the public hearing for Chick-fil-A's amended site plan and variance at 726 State Highway 17. The board will also consider several site plan waivers and resolutions for other properties, including a Housing Authority project and a Gabrelian Associates application.

• Chick-fil-A amended site plan/variance continuation, Block 4705, Lot 6, 726 State Highway 17
• Site plan waivers for D.M. Fragrances & Cosmetics, Coronato Stretchlab Ramsey, Synergy Commercial & Residential Contractors, SideBar Advisors, Evergreen Kids Academy, Sam Hedaya Corp.
• Resolution: Housing Authority of Bergen County, DeSimone Court, Block 3701, Lot 3, 801-906 DeSimone Court, amended site plan/variance
• Resolution: Gabrelian Associates, Block 4203, Lots 1 & 2.01, 1255 Route 17 South, amended site plan/variance

The Ramsey Planning Board approved waiver applications for six businesses, subject to conditions, and approved two amended site plan/variance resolutions. The Chick-fil-A hearing was carried to July 19, 2022, after the board found unauthorized changes to the approved site plan, including removal of a stop sign and altered striping.

• Approved waivers for D.M. Frangrances & Cosmetics, Synergy Commercial & Residential Contractors, Coronato Stretchlab Ramsey, SideBar Advisors, and Sam Hedaya Corp (all in favor, Verdone absent)
• Approved waiver for Evergreen Kids Academy with conditions (8-2, Dillon abstained, Verdone absent)
• Approved amended site plan/variance for Housing Authority of Bergen County – DeSimone Court (all in favor, Verdone and Dillon absent)
• Approved amended site plan/variance for Gabrellian Associates (all in favor, Iorio abstained, Verdone and Dillon absent)
• Carried Chick-fil-A hearing to July 19, 2022; applicant must restore site to approved plan

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council adopted two ordinances: one updating the towing and storage fee schedule and another vacating a portion of Swan Street to the adjacent property owner at 37 Swan Street. They also introduced three bond ordinances for public improvements, water service line replacement, and salary ordinance amendments, with final consideration scheduled for June 13, 2022. The council approved a consent agenda including a $130,000 grant application for Finch Park basketball court renovations, a $6,746 change order for borough hall restroom renovations, and a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 469.

• Adopted Ordinance 05-2022 updating towing and storage fee schedule (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 06-2022 vacating portion of Swan Street to adjacent property owner (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 07-2022, $775,000 bond for public improvements and vehicles (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 08-2022, $900,000 bond for Phase I water service line replacement (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 09-2022 amending salary ordinance (5-0)
• Approved consent resolution authorizing $130,000 grant application for Finch Park basketball courts
• Approved change order #5 for $6,746 for borough hall restroom renovations
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 469 for 2022-2025

Board of Public Works

The Board will review bid results for the Lead Service Line Replacement project. Updates include the completion of spring fire hydrant flushing and the submission of a Lead Consumer Notice to the NJDEP.

• Lead Service Line Replacement bid results
• Spring time fire hydrant flushing completion
• NJDEP Lead Consumer Notice submission
• Payment of Vouchers resolution

The Board of Public Works approved a bid award for Phase 1A of the lead service line replacement project to Montana Construction for $146,531, subject to document submission, and rejected all bids for Alternate B. The board also accepted an unrecorded license and fire hydrant license with Lincoln Mercury on Route 17N, and selected members to communicate with NJDEP. The meeting included an executive session on litigation, personnel, and contract negotiation, with no public comment.

• Approved bid award Alternate A for Phase 1A lead service line replacement to Montana Construction for $146,531 (carried)
• Rejected bids for Alternate B (carried)
• Selected members to communicate with NJDEP (carried)
• Accepted unrecorded license and fire hydrant license with Lincoln Mercury on 66 Rt. 17N (carried)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $870,807.23 from current Water/Sewer 2022 Budget and $91,615.14 from reserve (6-0, Tyburczy absent)
• Approved minutes of April 18, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received and filed committee reports (carried)
• Entered executive session for litigation, personnel, and contract negotiation (carried)

Shade Tree Commission

The Commission is reviewing tree removal applications for Joshua Drive and Elbert Street. The meeting also includes residential and commercial site inspections for various local properties.

• Tree removal application: 27 Joshua Dr (Block 1404, Lot 10.27)
• Tree removal application: 397 Elbert St (Block 1302, Lot 11.02)
• Residential site inspections: 48 Manor Dr and Work Orders 3 & 4
• Commercial site inspections: 87 and 99 Spring St (Ramsey Auto Group)
• Commercial site inspection: 900 Route 17 N (Brothers BBQ)

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission approved two tree removal applications: 13 trees at 27 Joshua Drive and 32 trees at 397 Elbert Street, both unanimously. The commission also directed the board attorney to propose an ordinance amendment holding tree cutters and homeowners responsible for improper tree cutting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included routine approvals and updates.

• Approved removal of 13 trees at 27 Joshua Drive (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 32 trees at 397 Elbert Street, subject to tree labeling (unanimous)
• Directed attorney to propose ordinance amendment on improper tree cutting liability (unanimous)
• Accepted April 21, 2022 minutes as received (one abstention)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding two variance applications. The board also has a continued matter regarding 506 Route 17 North.

• 81 Morton Drive: variances for building coverage, impervious coverage, structure separation, and floor area
• 400 Grove Street: variances for building height, front yard setback, building coverage, and impervious coverage
• 506 Route 17 North: matter continued to June 15, 2022

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two variance applications at its May 18, 2022 meeting. The first was for a gazebo at 81 Morton Drive, and the second for a home addition at 400 Grove Street. Both approvals were subject to conditions, including maintaining the gazebo as an open structure and installing a seepage pit for drainage. The board also carried a continuation for a separate application to June 15, 2022.

• Approved gazebo variance and site plan waiver at 81 Morton Drive (7-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved home addition variances at 400 Grove Street, subject to engineer's review (7-0, 2 abstentions)
• Carried 506 Route 17 North application to June 15, 2022

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from the pool manager, chairman, committees, and council liaison, with no specific action items listed.

• Approval of minutes
• Public comment period
• Report of Pool Manager
• Committee reports: Activities, Bylaws, Swim Team, Facilities
• Next meeting scheduled for 6/15/22 at 8pm at the pool

The Pool Commission approved the April minutes and heard reports. Membership fees total $513,000 for 2,100 family, 440 out-of-town, and 370 senior memberships. A $5,000 replacement motor for the main drain was ordered after the original failed, delaying pool opening tasks. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved April 20, 2022 minutes as received
• Ordered replacement motor for main drain at $5,000
• Adjourned meeting unanimously at 8:20 p.m.

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, primarily to conduct public hearings on two amended site plan/variance applications: one for the Housing Authority of Bergen County at DeSimone Court and one for Gabrellian Associates on Route 17 South. The board will also consider several site plan waivers for local businesses and a soil movement resolution. The meeting is largely procedural, with no ordinances or new business on the agenda.

• Public hearing: Housing Authority of Bergen County, Block 3701, Lot 3, 801-906 DeSimone Court, amended site plan/variance
• Public hearing: Gabrellian Associates, Block 4203, Lots 1 & 2.01, 1255 Route 17 South, amended site plan/variance
• Site plan waivers: Roaring Whisper Speech Therapy LLC, Wellness Counseling of Bergen County, Ramsey Tap Room LLC
• Outdoor dining waiver: Lettuce Inn Juice Bar
• Resolution: Brian & Heather Heaney, Block 1701, Lot 8.03, 12 Hosking Way, soil movement

The Ramsey Planning Board approved a Housing Authority of Bergen County application to convert an unused playground at DeSimone Court into an eight-space parking lot, including two ADA spaces, with variances for lot coverage and setback. The board also approved DSW and Burlington sign reductions at the Interstate Shopping Center, with DSW's sign reduced by 5% and Burlington's by 10%. Additionally, waivers were granted for several businesses, and a resolution for soil movement at 12 Hosking Way was approved.

• Approved DeSimone Court parking lot expansion (8 spaces, 2 ADA) with variances (unanimous)
• Approved DSW sign reduction of 5% (6-2, Iorio abstained)
• Approved Burlington sign reduction of 10% (7-1, Iorio abstained)
• Approved waivers for Wellness Counseling, Roaring Whisper Speech Therapy, Ramsey Tap Room, and Lettuce Inn Juice Bar (unanimous, Carey abstained on Ramsey Tap Room)
• Approved waivers for DSW and Burlington at Interstate Shopping Center (unanimous, Iorio abstained)
• Approved resolution for soil movement at 12 Hosking Way (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The commission approved the April 18, 2022 meeting minutes as received. They discussed the status of by-laws with the governing body, announced the 50th Home Run Derby scheduled for June 18, 2022, and reported 246 campers registered for summer camp as of May 16. The July meeting will be cancelled, and the August meeting will finalize plans for the Ramsey Run on September 24.

• Approved April 18, 2022 meeting minutes as received
• Noted by-laws pending approval by governing body
• Scheduled 50th Home Run Derby for June 18, 2022
• Reported 246 campers registered for summer camp (cap 400)
• Cancelled July meeting (summer meeting)
• Finalized Ramsey Run plans for September 24 at August meeting

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is meeting via teleconference to discuss routine public health matters. Key items include the plastic carryout bag and polystyrene foam ban effective May 4, 2022, a COVID-19 update, and a Ramsey Journal article on Lyme disease. The board will also review inspection reports, abatement orders, vital statistics, and the financial report.

• Plastic carryout bag and polystyrene foam ban effective May 4, 2022
• COVID-19 public health update
• Ramsey Journal article on Lyme disease
• Inspection report and abatement orders
• Financial report and vital statistics

The Ramsey Board of Health met on May 12, 2022, and discussed the plastic bag ban, the cannabis ordinance, and a COVID-19 spike. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:56 PM (motion by Bill Lara, seconded by Heidi Martin, all in favor)

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council is meeting to approve a consent agenda that includes a $905,915.28 contract to D & L Paving for road resurfacing, two tax redemptions, and appointments to the Office of Emergency Management. The council will also introduce two ordinances: one amending the towing and storage fee schedule and another vacating a portion of Swan Street. Public comment is scheduled, and a housing presentation is listed on the agenda.

• Award contract to D & L Paving for road resurfacing, $905,915.28
• Introduce Ordinance 05-2022 amending towing and storage fee schedule
• Introduce Ordinance 06-2022 to vacate a portion of Swan Street
• Approve tax redemptions: $25,114.38 (Block 2911 Lot 5) and $2,267.02 (Block 2301 Lot 9)
• Confirm appointments of Dane Gilli and Brian Drewes to Office of Emergency Management

The Ramsey Mayor and Council approved a consent resolution that included awarding a $905,915.28 subsidiary contract to D & L Paving for road resurfacing, along with other routine items. They also introduced two ordinances: one updating towing and storage fees (Ordinance 05-2022) and one vacating a portion of Swan Street (Ordinance 06-2022), both passed first reading. A presentation from Ramsey Housing Inc. requested $750,000 from the COAH fund for special needs housing at 13 N. Central Avenue, but no decision was made on this request.

• Approved consent resolution including $905,915.28 road resurfacing contract to D & L Paving (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 05-2022 amending towing and storage fee schedule (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 06-2022 vacating portion of Swan Street (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 13 and April 27 work sessions (4-0, Kilman abstained on 04-13)
• Approved block party request for David Calleo on Center Street (4-0)
• Confirmed appointments of Dane Gilli and Brian Drewes to Office of Emergency Management (4-0)
• Approved tax redemptions for Block 2911 Lot 5 ($25,114.38) and Block 2301 Lot 9 ($2,267.02) (4-0)

Environmental Commission

The Ramsey Environmental Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of April minutes, updates on various projects such as bikepath plantings and a Farmers' Market, and reports from commissioners on boards and committees. The commission will also consider cancelling the July or August meeting and will continue using Zoom for 2022.

• Discussion of $500 plantings on the bikepath
• Update on Audubon grant
• Update on plastic bag ban
• Consideration of cancelling July or August meeting
• Continuation of Zoom meetings for 2022

The commission accepted April minutes, heard reports on grants, recycling, and business recognition, and decided to cancel its July meeting. No formal votes or substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Accepted April 12, 2022 minutes as received
• Cancelled July 2022 monthly meeting
• Directed Mrs. Dey to look into a Zoom account for the commission/Green Team

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss routine business including minutes, treasurer's report, and bill list, as well as a presentation on book challenge trends and a proposed update to the collection development policy. The board will also consider a proposal for library attorney representation and will enter closed session to discuss director and assistant director compensation.

• Book Challenge Trend Presentation
• Collection Development Policy Update Proposal
• Library Attorney Representation Proposal
• Closed session on director and assistant director compensation
• Approval of April bill list

The Ramsey Library Board of Trustees unanimously approved an amended Collection Development Policy with a formal procedure for residents to request reconsideration of library materials. The board also unanimously approved compensation increases for the Assistant Director and Director, and approved payment of April bills. A proposal to retain separate legal counsel was tabled until the June meeting.

• Approved amended Collection Development Policy with Request for Reconsideration procedure (unanimous)
• Approved compensation for Assistant Director Elwell to $90,279.95 (unanimous)
• Approved compensation for Director Latham to $108,665.18 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of April bills (unanimous)
• Tabled retaining separate legal counsel (Botta Angeli, LLC) until June meeting

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is holding a regular meeting via Zoom, with the main item being a public hearing on Chick-fil-A's amended site plan and variance application for 726 State Highway 17. The board will also consider site plan waivers for SMQ Group LLC and Globe Shoes Inc., an outdoor dining waiver for Lettuce Inn Juice Bar, and a soil movement resolution for a property on Hosking Way. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

• Public hearing: Chick-fil-A amended site plan/variance, Block 4705, Lot 6, 726 State Highway 17
• Site plan waivers: SMQ Group LLC and Globe Shoes Inc.
• Outdoor dining waiver: Lettuce Inn Juice Bar
• Resolution: Brian & Heather Heaney soil movement, Block 1701, Lot 8.03, 12 Hosking Way
• Meeting held via Zoom due to COVID-19

The Ramsey Planning Board held a public hearing on Chick-fil-A's proposal to reconfigure its drive-thru, add a bypass lane, and reduce parking from 60 to 47 spaces, but did not vote on the application. The board carried the application to June 7, 2022, with no new notices required. The board also approved waiver applications for Greek City restaurant and Globe Shoes retail store.

• Approved waiver applications for Greek City (1300 Route 17 North) and Globe Shoes (Interstate Shopping Center) (all in favor, Chairman Iorio abstained on Globe Shoes)
• Carried Chick-fil-A drive-thru reconfiguration hearing to June 7, 2022
• Approved minutes of April 19, 2022 meeting

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will consider several resolutions, including a $1,777,111.09 contract to D&L Paving for street resurfacing in five Bergen County towns, a $6,200 entertainment contract for Independence Day, and routine payments and appointments. The agenda also includes public comment, committee reports, and two block party requests.

• Resolution 107-2022: Award $1,777,111.09 to D&L Paving for resurfacing streets in Glen Rock, Ho-Ho-Kus, Ramsey, Saddle River, and Waldwick
• Resolution 108-2022: Award up to $6,200 to Cliffhanger Productions for Independence Day entertainment on July 1, 2022 (rain date July 2)
• Resolution 105-2022: Approve payment of bills totaling $2,770,762.40 across funds
• Resolution 106-2022: Ratify payroll totaling $395,072.78 plus FICA
• Block party requests on Elbert St. (June 22) and Elbert Court (June 18)

The Mayor and Council approved a consent resolution awarding a $1,777,111.09 contract to D&L Paving for road resurfacing in five towns, including Ramsey, and a $6,200 contract to Cliffhanger Productions for the Independence Day event. Appointments were made to the Design Review Board and Municipal Alliance. No ordinances were introduced or adopted; several future ordinances were discussed.

• Awarded road resurfacing contract to D&L Paving for $1,777,111.09 (unanimous)
• Awarded Independence Day entertainment contract to Cliffhanger Productions for $6,200 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of vouchers and payroll (unanimous)
• Confirmed Stacey Taylor to Design Review Board Alt. #1 (unanimous)
• Approved block party requests for Elbert St. and Elbert Court (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Ramsey Design Review Board is meeting to review an application from AFM Physical Therapy for a property at 44A Main Street. The agenda lists no site plan for this application. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of minutes, and reports from other boards.

• AFM Physical Therapy application at 44A Main Street
• No site plan listed for the application
• Public comment period
• Minutes from March 22, 2022
• Correspondence from Planning Board, Board of Adjustments, Environmental Commission, Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Design Review Board approved a facade sign application for AFM Physical Therapy at 44A E. Main St. The sign will be 72" x 24", made of acrylic, blue, and unilluminated. The applicant was advised that window coverage must not exceed 20 percent of available space. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved facade sign for AFM Physical Therapy (72" x 24", acrylic, blue, no illumination)
• Advised applicant on 20% window coverage limit for display/advertising

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Board will memorialize approved variances for properties on Fen Court and Quail Run. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the 506 Route 17 North application.

• Variance approval: 33 Fen Court (front yard setback and building coverage)
• Variance approval: 15 Quail Run (building coverage)
• Public hearing: 506 Route 17 North (V-07-21-ZBA-12)

Pool Commission

The agenda consists of standard procedural items including committee reports and manager updates. No specific new business or contract details are listed in the provided text.

• Reports from Activities, Bylaws, Swim Team, and Facilities Committees

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is holding its regular meeting via Zoom. The main items are site plan waivers for three businesses and a public hearing on a soil movement application for a property on Hosking Way. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no resolutions or new business.

• Site plan waiver requests: New Jersey Behavioral Health, P.C., Norex Flavours & Fragrances LLC, Empower Me Counseling & Consultation Service LLC
• Public hearing: Brian & Heather Heaney, Block 1701, Lot 8.03, 12 Hosking Way — soil movement application
• Approval of minutes from 04-05-22
• No resolutions, old business, or new business listed

The Ramsey Planning Board approved a soil movement application for Brian & Heather Heaney at 12 Hosking Way, involving 461 cubic yards of soil for a swimming pool and covered porch. The board also approved three waiver applications for businesses at 70 Hilltop Road, 79 N. Franklin Turnpike, and 300 Lake Street, and approved the minutes of the April 5, 2022 meeting. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved soil movement application for 12 Hosking Way (unanimous)
• Approved waiver for New Jersey Behavioral Health at 70 Hilltop Road (unanimous)
• Approved waiver for Norex Flavours & Fragrances at 79 N. Franklin Turnpike (unanimous)
• Approved waiver for Empower Me Counseling at 300 Lake Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 04/05/2022 (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Ramsey Recreation Commission met on April 18, 2022, and approved the minutes from the March 21, 2022 meeting. The meeting included updates on upcoming events like the Home Run Derby and summer camp registrations, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of March 21, 2022 meeting (passed)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing reports on lead service line replacement and regulatory compliance. The meeting includes updates on springtime fire hydrant flushing and roadway preparation for paving.

• Lead Service Line Replacement project updates
• Springtime fire hydrant flushing
• Roadway preparation for paving
• Resolution for payment of vouchers

The Board of Public Works approved preparing two bid options for phase 1A of the lead service line replacement project on Wyckoff Ave and Main St. Bids will go out in early May to complete replacement before county paving in late August/early September. The board also discussed a potential $4.5-5 million water main replacement on Main St and approved paying $201,751.64 in current budget bills.

• Approved preparing two bid options for phase 1A lead service line replacement (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $201,751.64 in current Water/Sewer 2022 budget bills (6-0)
• Approved $68,300.45 in reserve budget bills (6-0)
• Approved $0 in capital account bills (6-0)
• Approved minutes of March 21, 2022 with changes (unanimous)
• Approved executive session for litigation, personnel, and contract negotiation (6-0)

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is meeting via teleconference to discuss and receive reports on public health matters, including a plastic carryout bag and polystyrene foam ban effective May 4, 2022, a deer survey response, a Wawa site plan, COVID-19, and routine administrative items. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no major decisions listed.

• Plastic carryout bags & polystyrene foam ban effective May 4, 2022
• Deer Survey Response to Proposal
• Site plan review for Wawa
• Public water supply report
• COVID-19 public health update

The Ramsey Board of Health meeting on April 11, 2022, was largely informational and procedural. Members discussed the upcoming plastic bag ban effective May 4, 2022, reviewed inspection and health reports, and heard updates on COVID-19, deer management, and community outreach. No formal motions were voted on except approving the prior meeting's minutes and adjourning.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion by Waring, seconded by Tartini, carried)
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 9:00 PM (motion by Tartini, seconded by Azouri, carried)

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on the 2022 municipal budget, with a motion to go out of regular order for the hearing. The council will also consider a consent resolution covering payments, payroll ratification, a shade tree trust fund dissolution, a contract for Independence Day equipment, a grant application, and appointments to the Ramsey Rescue Squad. The agenda includes public comment, committee reports, and new business on Bergen County mosquito spraying.

• Public hearing for final consideration of the 2022 municipal budget
• Resolution 099-2022: contract with Moore Productions for Independence Day stage/sound/lighting, $7,535
• Resolution 098-2022: dissolve shade tree trust fund, transfer $76,558.66 to current fund
• Resolution 100-2022: DMHAS grant application for Ramsey Municipal Alliance, $4,620
• Resolution 096-2022: payment of vouchers totaling $2,882,685.30 (current)

The Mayor and Council adopted the 2022 municipal budget as amended, with no change to the municipal tax rate or tax levy. The amendment incorporated state recommendations, including line-item reallocations and the elimination of a $1,734.65 Body Armor Grant. The council also approved a consent resolution authorizing a $7,535 contract for Moore Productions for the Independence Day celebration and other routine items.

• Adopted 2022 municipal budget as amended (4-0)
• Approved consent resolution including $7,535 contract for Moore Productions for Independence Day (4-0)
• Approved special permits for Ramsey High School hoagie sale and ALS banner (4-0)
• Approved aerial mosquito spraying by Bergen County at no charge (4-0)
• Approved appointments to Ramsey Rescue Squad (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 03-23-22 meeting (all in favor)

Environmental Commission

The Ramsey Environmental Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda is largely routine, covering attendance, public comment, approval of March minutes, and updates from commissioners and Green Team members on various projects and grants. The commission will also receive reports from its liaisons to other town boards.

• Discussion of $500 plantings on the bikepath and an Audubon grant
• Updates on Farmers' Market and Green Business Recognition Program
• Report on Second Chance Toys event scheduled for April 24
• Update on annual clean-up day held April 9
• Zoom meetings to continue in 2022 until further notice

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, the treasurer's report, and the March bill list. The board will also discuss a proposed notary policy update and enter a closed session to discuss a union agreement.

• Notary policy update proposal
• Closed session for union agreement discussion
• Treasurer's report and March bill list approval
• Director's report on strategic plan, painting, museum pass program, events, and summer reading

The Ramsey Library Board of Trustees unanimously approved the Borough & Library UPSEU Collective Bargaining Agreement for January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2025, and an updated Notary Policy. The board also approved payment of March bills and accepted the treasurer's report. Director Latham reported on ongoing repairs, a new security system, and community survey progress.

• Approved Borough & Library UPSEU Collective Bargaining Agreement 2022-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved updated Notary Policy (unanimous)
• Approved payment of March bills (unanimous)
• Accepted treasurer's report and filed for audit
• Accepted minutes of March 14, 2022 meeting

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is holding its regular meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19. The agenda includes site plan waiver requests from several businesses, a public hearing on an ordinance (none scheduled), and a resolution for soil movement at 236 Shadyside Road. Most committee reports are listed without details, and no new or old business is noted.

• Site plan waivers for Little Nest Portraits, NJ2CA, LLC, Chevron Property Holdings LLC, and Vantage Veterinary LLC
• Resolution for Thomas & Judith Consiglio, Block 2501, Lot 4, 236 Shadyside Road (soil movement)
• Approval of minutes from 03-15-22
• Public hearing on ordinance: none
• Meeting conducted via Zoom (ID: 977 1545 9016)

The Ramsey Planning Board approved waiver applications for five businesses, including a veterinary surgery center, a photography studio, two offices, and an auto dealership, all subject to approvals from the Construction Official, Board of Health, and Fire Official. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and a resolution for soil movement at 236 Shadyside Road. No public comments or hearings were held.

• Approved waivers for Vantage Veterinary LLC at 535 E. Crescent Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved waivers for Little Nest Portraits at 7 Cedar Street (unanimous)
• Approved waivers for NJ2CA, LLC at 500 N. Franklin Turnpike, Suite 312A (unanimous)
• Approved waivers for Chevron Property Holdings LLC, Suite 307 at 500 N. Franklin Turnpike (unanimous)
• Approved waivers for Rana of Ramsey, LLC at 65 Route 17 S (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 03/15/2022 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for soil movement at 236 Shadyside Road (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 04-2022, which would establish rules for contractual off-duty employment. The consent agenda includes routine items like vouchers, payroll, appointments to the Rescue Squad, a tax redemption, and change orders for the Borough Hall bathroom renovation, plus a $34,210.97 copier purchase and an increase to the 2022 temporary budget.

• Ordinance 04-2022: amends Chapter 2 to add Section 2-32.15 on contractual off-duty employment
• Resolution 087-2022: tax redemption of $1,423.30 for Block 3101 Lot 77.01, 41
• Resolution 088-2022: change orders #1 ($6,746) and #2 ($3,484) for Borough Hall bathroom renovation with BGD Contracting
• Resolution 089-2022: $34,210.97 copier/scanner purchase from Konica Minolta plus $425/month service
• Resolution 091-2022: 2022 temporary budget increase from $6,013,577.01 to $8,088,420.01

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to consider applications for three specific properties. The board will also review minutes from November 23, 2021, and January 25, 2022.

• Application for Natural Garment Care at 503 Franklin Tpke
• Application for Mitsubishi at 1355 Rt 17N
• Application for Bottle King at 476 Rt 17N

The Ramsey Design Review Board approved sign applications for Natural Garment Care, Mitsubishi, and Bottle King, each with specific size, material, color, and illumination specifications. The board also approved minutes from November 23, 2021, and January 25, 2022, and discussed sign ordinance violations with the assistant zoning officer. No site plans or public comments were presented.

• Approved facade sign for Natural Garment Care (2' x 14', PVC letters, apple green & navy, no illumination)
• Approved ground sign for Mitsubishi (8.68 sq ft, aluminum & plastic, black/red/white, illuminated)
• Approved pylon sign for Bottle King (8' x 12', steel/aluminum, teal & yellow, illuminated)
• Approved minutes of November 23, 2021 meeting
• Approved minutes of January 25, 2022 meeting

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review reports on water and sewer infrastructure. Discussions include lead service line replacement and a specific project at 66 Route 17 North. The board will also consider a resolution for the payment of vouchers.

• Lead Service Line Replacement project
• Wayne Motors, Inc./ Lincoln Dealership at 66 Route 17 North
• Fire hydrant flushing scheduled for April 11, 18, and 25
• Resolution for payment of vouchers

The Board of Public Works approved a water and sewer connection for Wayne Motors Lincoln at Rt 17N, as recommended by the engineer. They also received and filed committee reports, approved the February 28, 2022 minutes, and paid bills totaling $203,958.59 from the Water/Sewer 2022 Budget. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved water & sewer connection at Wayne Motors Lincoln at Rt 17N (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of February 28, 2022 meeting (motion carried)
• Received and filed committee reports (motion carried)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $203,958.59 from Water/Sewer 2022 Budget (6-0, 1 absent)

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is holding a regular meeting to handle tree-related matters, including a tree removal application, site plan reviews, permit violations, and a landscape plan review for a property on Grant Street. They will also discuss spring plantings and conduct site inspections.

• Tree removal application
• Site plan review
• Tree removal permit applications violation
• Landscape plan review for Frezza at 24 Grant St, Block 3608, Lot 21
• Residential site inspection (Work Order 2)

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission unanimously approved the landscape plan for 24 Grant Street (Frezza) with required corrections, including irrigation and deer barrier notes. The commission also discussed strengthening the tree ordinance, licensing tree cutters, and reducing the annual tree removal limit from six to four, but took no formal action on those proposals. No tree removal applications, site plan reviews, or permit violations were reported.

• Approved Frezza landscape plan at 24 Grant Street with corrections (unanimous)
• Accepted February 17, 2022 minutes as received (unanimous)
• Discussed ordinance changes to license tree cutters and reduce tree removal limit (no vote)
• Scheduled spring planting bids and homeowner notification letters (no vote)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, including public hearings on two variance applications: one for a front yard setback and building coverage at 33 Fen Court, and another for building coverage at 15 Quail Run. The board will also memorialize previously approved variances for properties on Morton Drive and Elm Avenue, and continue a case for 506 Route 17 North to April 20, 2022. The agenda is subject to change.

• Public hearing: Kevin & Kathleen Shevlin, 33 Fen Court – variances for front yard setback (36.3' vs 40' required) and building coverage (15.2% vs 15% max)
• Public hearing: Angel & Jeffrey Lyman, 15 Quail Run – variance for building coverage (15.57% vs 15% max)
• Memorialize: Derek & Kathleen Gamble, 124 Morton Drive – variances for front yard setback, building coverage, impervious coverage
• Memorialize: George & Monica Fosdick, 90 Elm Avenue – variance for side yard setback (3.4' vs 10' required)
• Old business: 506 Route 17 North – continued to April 20, 2022

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment approved resolutions for Derek & Kathleen Gamble and George & Monica Fosdick, and granted variances for two residential additions: a covered porch at 33 Fen Court and a sunroom/second-floor addition at 15 Quail Run. All votes were unanimous among present members, with two members absent. One application (506 Route 17) was carried to April 20, 2022.

• Approved resolution for Derek & Kathleen Gamble, 124 Morton Drive (6-0, Jarvis abstained)
• Approved resolution for George & Monica Fosdick, 90 Elm Avenue (6-0, Jarvis abstained)
• Approved variances for covered porch at 33 Fen Court (7-0)
• Approved variances for sunroom and second-floor addition at 15 Quail Run (7-0)
• Carried 506 Route 17 application to April 20, 2022

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission is holding a regular meeting with standard agenda items including approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from the pool manager, chairman, committees, and council liaison. The meeting is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Public comment period
• Report of Pool Manager
• Committee reports: Activities, Bylaws, Swim Team, Facilities
• Next meeting scheduled for 4/20/22 at 8pm at Borough Hall

The Pool Commission approved the February minutes and received the pool manager's report on membership revenue, which totaled $133,000 as of March 16, 2022, up from $98,000 in 2021. The commission discussed upcoming season dates, including Opening Day on May 28, and noted that the pool was named 'Best of Bergen.' No formal votes were taken on substantive policy items; the only action was approving the prior meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes of February 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is meeting via Zoom to conduct regular business, including approval of minutes, site plan waivers, and a public hearing on a soil movement application. The hearing concerns Thomas & Judith Consiglio's property at 236 Shadyside Road. The agenda also includes a resolution for a shed and committee reports.

• Public hearing on soil movement application for Thomas & Judith Consiglio, Block 2501, Lot 4, 236 Shadyside Road
• Site plan waivers for Chanyaphak Sriraksa, Tiburon Lockers Inc., and Presto Wine USA LLC
• Resolution for Scott Fehmel's 240 sq ft shed
• Approval of minutes from 03-01-22

The Ramsey Planning Board approved a soil movement application for a single-family home at 236 Shadyside Road, with all members voting in favor. The board also approved waiver applications for two businesses and a resolution for a shed. The meeting was held via teleconference due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approved soil movement application for Thomas & Judith Consiglio at 236 Shadyside Road (unanimous)
• Approved waiver applications for Tiburon Lockers Inc. and Presto Wine USA LLC, subject to approvals from Construction Official, Board of Health, and Fire Official (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Scott Fehmel's 240 sq ft shed (7-0, with 2 abstentions)
• Approved minutes of 03/01/2022 (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Library Board of Trustees approved moving forward with painting the community room and engaging design specialists to review outdoor space improvements, funded from capital reserves. The board also unanimously approved the 2021 audit and February bills. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved painting of community room and engaging design specialists for outdoor space review (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 audit by Garbarini & Co. (unanimous)
• Approved payment of February bills (unanimous)
• Accepted February 14, 2022 meeting minutes as received (unanimous)
• Accepted February 14, 2022 Executive Session minutes as received (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is meeting via teleconference to discuss routine public health matters, including a response to a deer survey proposal, COVID-19 updates, and various administrative reports. The agenda is largely procedural, covering standard items like minutes, financial reports, and committee assignments.

• Deer survey response to proposal
• COVID-19 update
• Public water supply report
• Inspection report
• Financial report

The Ramsey Board of Health meeting on November 11, 2021, was largely procedural, with the approval of the January meeting minutes. Members discussed the COVID-19 spike, mask mandate responses, deer overpopulation, and various health programs, but no formal votes were taken on these topics. The board also heard reports on inspections, vital statistics, and finances.

• Approved minutes from the January meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed mask mandate response: no mandates unless governor's executive order
• Discussed deer survey proposals and planned follow-up before March 23 council meeting
• Noted switch to GovPilot software for Health Department operations
• Heard ambulance report: 121 calls in January, 99 in February
• Heard RMA report: new chairperson Shauna Lauricella, upcoming events

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a work session to introduce the 2022 municipal budget and consider a consent agenda of resolutions, including contracts for a fireworks display, water facility alterations, and a grant for accessible bathrooms. The meeting also includes a public hearing on ordinances and appointments.

• Introduction of the 2022 Municipal Budget
• Contract award to Spartan Construction, Inc. for $222,000 for alterations at the East Oak Well Facility, 100 East Oak Street
• Grant agreement with Bergen County for $66,440 for handicapped accessible bathrooms at Borough Hall
• Contract with Garden State Fireworks for $12,500 for Independence Day celebration on July 1, 2022
• Resolution to waive late fees for pet licensing until April 1, 2022

The Mayor and Council introduced the 2022 municipal budget, which includes a 1.79% tax rate increase, the twelfth consecutive year below 2%. The council also approved a consent resolution covering multiple items, including a $222,000 contract for East Oak Well Facility renovations and a $12,500 fireworks contract. An ordinance to establish contractual off-duty employment for police was introduced for final consideration on March 23, 2022.

• Introduced 2022 municipal budget with 1.79% tax rate increase (6-0)
• Approved consent resolution including $222,000 contract for East Oak Well Facility renovations
• Approved $12,500 contract with Garden State Fireworks for July 1st celebration
• Approved $66,440 CDBG grant agreement for handicapped accessible bathrooms in Borough Hall
• Approved $43,356.98 grant application for Senior Center improvements
• Established part-time Community/Senior Center Facility Coordinator position and appointed Roger Knauss
• Introduced ordinance 04-2022 on contractual off-duty employment (6-0)
• Approved special permits for town-wide garage sale and Knights of Columbus fundraiser

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will hold a joint meeting with the Shade Tree Commission via Zoom. The agenda includes swearing in a new member, approving February minutes, and receiving reports on various environmental initiatives. No specific votes on ordinances or large contracts are listed, but members will discuss updates on the bikepath, electric vehicles, and a plastic bag ban.

• Swearing in of new member Walsh
• Report on $500 plantings on the bikepath
• Discussion of electric vehicles and LED crosswalk signs
• Update on the plastic bag ban
• Review of online proceedings from the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is holding a regular meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19. The main business is reviewing site plan waiver requests from five businesses and a resident's shed application. No ordinances, public hearings, or resolutions are scheduled.

• Site plan waiver for RLG Counseling LLC
• Site plan waiver for Applied Functional Movement LLC
• Site plan waiver for Magical Balance Counseling LLC
• Site plan waiver for Cova Laboratories LLC
• Site plan waiver for Neura Flash LLC and Scott Fehmel's 240 sq ft shed

The Ramsey Planning Board approved five site plan waivers for new businesses, including counseling, physical therapy, and lab services, subject to approvals from the Construction Official, Board of Health, and Fire Official. A separate waiver for a 240 sq. ft. shed was also approved, contingent on compliance with the Board Engineer's review letter. All votes were unanimous among present members, with two members absent.

• Approved waivers for RLG Counseling LLC, Applied Functional Movement LLC, Magical Balance Counseling LLC, Cova Laboratories LLC, and Neura Flash LLC (7-0)
• Approved site plan waiver for 240 sq. ft. shed, subject to Board Engineer's review letter (7-0)
• Approved minutes of 02/01/2022 (unanimous)
• Received and filed Zoning Board of Adjustment 2021 Annual Report (7-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss the 2022 budget and the East Oak Street Water Facility Façade Project. The meeting includes reports on water main breaks and lead service line replacements.

• 2022 Board of Public Works Budget
• East Oak Street Water Facility Façade Project
• Poplar Street/Christopher Street Water Main Project
• Brookfield Well Arsenic Treatment Facility
• Lead Service Line Replacement project

The Board approved the 2022 budget of $8,285,000, a water and sewer connection at 236 Shadyside Rd, a $220,000 contract with Spartan Construction for the E. Oak St. façade project, and two license agreements for Lincoln Motors. The board also discussed the lead service line replacement project and noted the Poplar & Christopher St. water main project is nearly complete with an added cost of about $27,000.

• Approved 2022 Board of Public Works budget of $8,285,000 (unanimous)
• Approved water & sewer connection at 236 Shadyside Rd (unanimous)
• Approved $220,000 contract to Spartan Construction for E. Oak St. façade project (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $214,366.16 from Water/Sewer 2022 Budget (unanimous)
• Approved two license agreements for Lincoln Motors on Rt 17 N (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for litigation, personnel, and contract negotiation

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting featuring a presentation of the 2022 municipal budget by Administrator Vozeh. The council will also consider a consent resolution covering payments, tax adjustments, a new petty cash fund, and the confirmation of a fire subcode official. Several communications and special permit requests are on the agenda.

• 2022 Municipal Budget presentation by Administrator Vozeh
• Resolution 065-2022: tax redemption of $1,032.39 for Block 4001, Lot 22, 291 Coventry Court
• Resolution 066-2022: veteran tax reduction for Block 2912, Lot 12, 92 Maple Street
• Resolution 067-2022: establishing $100 petty cash fund for Board of Public Works
• Resolution 068-2022: confirming James Dougherty as Fire Subcode Official at $23,500/year

The Mayor and Council received the 2022 Municipal Budget presentation, which will be formally introduced at the March 9, 2022 meeting. The budget includes a 1.79% municipal tax rate increase, the 12th consecutive year below 2%. The council also approved a consent resolution covering various administrative items, including a tax redemption, a veteran reduction, and an appointment.

• Received 2022 Municipal Budget presentation (to be introduced March 9)
• Approved consent resolution including payment of vouchers (063-2022)
• Approved tax redemption for Block 4001, Lot 22 in amount of $1,032.39 (065-2022)
• Approved veteran reduction for Block 2912 Lot 12 (066-2022)
• Approved new petty cash fund for Board of Public Works (067-2022)
• Confirmed appointment of James Dougherty as Fire Subcode Official, Fire Inspector and RCS Building Inspector (068-2022)
• Approved special permits for Shannon Rose Irish Pub St. Patrick's event and Sprint for our Schools 5K signs
• Approved block party requests (roll call vote)

Recreation Commission

The commission approved the January minutes and selected April 2, 2022, for the Spring Egg Hunt at Finch Park. They discussed the 50th Home Run Derby, a proposed refund fee schedule, and field improvement plans, but no formal votes were taken on these items. The meeting was adjourned at 8:07 p.m.

• Approved January 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Selected April 2, 2022 for Spring Egg Hunt at Finch Park
• Adjourned meeting at 8:07 p.m.

Shade Tree Commission

The Commission is reviewing a tree removal application for 227 Shadyside. Members will also review landscape plan modifications for Sal's Pizza at 71 W Main and Frezza at 24 Grant St.

• Tree removal application: 227 Shadyside (Block 2401, Lot 3)
• Landscape plan review: Sal's Pizza, 71 W Main (Block 2308, Lot 3)
• Landscape plan review: Frezza, 24 Grant St (Block 3608, Lot 21)
• Discussion of Arbor Day on April 29, 2022
• Discussion of Spring Plantings

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission voted no confidence in the planting plan for Wawa as approved by the Superior Court, after Judge Meehan approved the plan without allowing the commission to review it. The commission also authorized a bid renewal for a tree cutter for 2022-2023, approved a tree removal at 227 Shadyside Road, and authorized sending out the spring planting bid. A revised landscape plan for Frezza at 24 Grant Street was discussed and will be voted on in March.

• Approved minutes of January 20, 2022 meeting as received.
• Authorized bid renewal for a tree cutter for 2022 and 2023.
• Approved tree removal at 227 Shadyside Road (four ash trees and others).
• Issued a vote of no confidence on the Wawa planting plan as approved by the Superior Court.
• Authorized sending out the bid for spring planting of 33 trees as soon as possible.
• Discussed revised landscape plan for Frezza at 24 Grant Street; vote deferred to March meeting.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding a regular meeting via Zoom. The board will hold public hearings on two variance applications: one for a front yard setback, building coverage, and impervious coverage at 124 Morton Drive, and another for a side yard setback at 90 Elm Avenue. The board will also memorialize previously approved variances for properties on Sauna Road and Grove Street, and discuss the 2021 annual report. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as minutes approval and public comments.

• Public hearing: Derek & Kathleen Gamble, 124 Morton Drive – variances for front yard setback (32.4' vs 40' required), building coverage (25.6% vs 20% max), impervious coverage (45% vs 40% max)
• Public hearing: George & Monica Fosdick, 90 Elm Avenue – variance for side yard setback (3.4' vs 10' required)
• Memorialize approvals: Robert & Jennifer Ascrizzi, 59 Sauna Road – variances approved
• Memorialize approvals: Joseph Macarak & Leslie Derderian, 344 Grove Street – variances approved for front yard setback (32.4' vs 50') and side yard setback (24.3' vs 25')
• New Business: 2021 Annual Report discussion

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two variance applications. Derek & Kathleen Gamble received approval for front porch and rear additions at 124 Morton Drive, requiring variances for front yard setback and building/impervious coverages. George & Monica Fosdick received approval for a garage-to-house addition at 90 Elm Avenue, subject to conditions that the overhang be flush with the garage wall and no occupancy above the garage. The board also adopted resolutions for previously approved variances and the 2021 Annual Report.

• Approved Gamble application (124 Morton Drive) for front porch and rear additions with variances for front yard setback and building/impervious coverages.
• Approved Fosdick application (90 Elm Avenue) for garage-to-house addition with side yard setback variance, conditioned on flush overhang and no occupancy above garage.
• Adopted resolution for Ascrizzi (59 Sauna Road) approving building coverage variance at 20.1% (max 12%).
• Adopted resolution for Macarak & Derderian (344 Grove Street) approving front yard setback of 32.4' (required 50') and side yard setback of 24.3' (required 25').
• Adopted the 2021 Annual Report.
• Carried V-07-21-ZBA-12-506 (506 Route 17 North) to March 16, 2022.

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items like approval of minutes and public comment, along with reports from the pool manager, chairman, committees, and council liaison. The main substantive item is a report on membership rates, with other business to be discussed as unfinished or new business.

• Membership rates report
• Pool manager report
• Committee reports (Activities, Bylaws, Swim Team, Facilities)
• Next meeting scheduled for 3/16/22 at Borough Hall

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss routine business including the treasurer's report, bill list, and director's report. They will also review the 2021 annual report and the library's COVID/mask policy. A closed session is scheduled for union negotiations.

• Review of 2021 Annual Report
• Library COVID/Mask Policy Review
• Closed session for union negotiations
• Bill list for January
• Director's report on physical plant updates and programs

The Board of Trustees voted unanimously to make masks optional at the library starting March 1, 2022, following the Governor's recommendations. The board also approved paying January bills, accepted the treasurer's report and January minutes, and received the 2021 Annual Report. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting moved to executive session and then adjourned.

• Approved January minutes as received.
• Approved Annual Meeting (January 10, 2022) minutes as received.
• Approved payment of January bills unanimously.
• Received and filed treasurer's report for audit.
• Adopted mask-optional policy effective March 1, 2022, unanimously.
• Moved into executive session at 8:06 p.m.
• Closed meeting at 8:27 p.m.

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: one to exceed the state budget cap by 3.5% for 2022, and another to fund $218,563.48 in renovations to the Board of Public Works water treatment unit and wellhouse on East Oak Street. The council will also consider a consent agenda that includes awarding a $162,000 contract to BGD Contracting for bathroom renovations at Borough Hall, a $15,543 contract for IT services related to the police department phone system, and several appointments to emergency services. The meeting includes public comment and a presentation on an Eagle Scout project.

• Public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 01-2022 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank (3.5% increase, $708,592)
• Public hearing and final vote on Ordinance 02-2022 to appropriate $218,563.48 for renovations to the Board of Public Works water treatment unit and wellhouse on East Oak Street
• Resolution 051-2022: Award contract to BGD Contracting for $162,000 for bathroom renovations at Borough Hall
• Resolution 058-2022: Award contract to ATech Service Group for $15,543 for IT services related to police department phone system replacement
• Resolution 056-2022: Extend term of outdoor café licenses

The Ramsey Mayor and Council adopted two ordinances: one to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank, and another to appropriate $218,563.48 for renovations to the Board of Public Works water treatment unit and wellhouse on East Oak Street. The council also tabled Ordinance 03-2022, which would allow retail cannabis in the Route 17 Highway zone, for revision and reintroduction. Appointments were made to the Office of Emergency Management and Ramsey Rescue Squad, and a consent resolution was approved with several contracts and appointments.

• Adopted Ordinance 01-2022 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 02-2022 appropriating $218,563.48 for water treatment unit and wellhouse renovations (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 03-2022 on retail cannabis in Route 17 Highway zone for revision (6-0)
• Approved consent resolution including $162,000 contract to BGD Contracting for Borough Hall bathroom renovations (5-0, Poppe abstained)
• Approved consent resolution including $15,543 contract to ATech Service Group for police phone system replacement (5-0, Poppe abstained)
• Approved appointments to OEM and Ramsey Rescue Squad (part of consent resolution)
• Approved block party request for Biscayne Drive on June 11, 2022 (5-0, Poppe abstained)

Environmental Commission

The Ramsey Environmental Commission is meeting via Zoom to handle routine business: approving January minutes, hearing public comment, and receiving updates from members on various projects. These include a $500 bikepath planting with Girl Scouts, an environmental scholarship, and electric vehicle and LED crosswalk sign discussions. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• $500 plantings on the bikepath with Girl Scouts
• Environmental scholarship criteria discussion
• Electric vehicles and LED crosswalk signs update
• Plastic bag ban email discussion
• Annual clean-up day date planning

The commission discussed but took no formal votes. They set April 9 (rain date April 10) for the annual clean-up, planned a plastic toy collection for April 24, and discussed electric vehicle charging stations and grants. The meeting was procedural, with reports and updates only.

• Set annual clean-up day for April 9, 2022 (rain date April 10)
• Scheduled first plastic toy collection for April 24, 2022
• Scheduled pre-holiday toy collection for November 13, 2022
• Approved minutes of January 11, 2022 meeting
• Adjourned at 8:36 p.m.

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is holding a regular meeting, primarily to consider Ordinance No. 03-2022, which would add a new chapter on cannabis to the municipal code. The board will also review site plan waivers for two businesses and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Ordinance No. 03-2022: New Chapter 35 titled 'Cannabis'
• Site Plan Waiver: Artemis Wax Ramsey LLC
• Site Plan Waiver: Kayla LLC
• Approval of minutes from 01-18-22

The Ramsey Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend adoption of Ordinance No. 03-2022, which would permit up to two Class 5 retail cannabis establishments and one Class 6 delivery establishment in the B-3 Highway Commercial District, with restrictions. The board also approved waiver applications for two businesses: a waxing salon and an interior designer. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Ordinance No. 03-2022 (cannabis) to Mayor & Council (unanimous)
• Approved waiver for Artemis Wax Ramsey LLC at 45 Interstate Shopping Center (unanimous)
• Approved waiver for Kayla LLC at 663 E Crescent Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 01/18/2022 (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, appointments, and a consent resolution covering multiple items. They will introduce ordinances on cannabis retail zoning, water treatment plant renovations, and a budget cap bank. The consent agenda includes a $72,500 grant for Finch Park pickleball courts, a police vehicle acquisition, and union contract ratification.

• Ordinance 02-2022: $218,563.48 for water treatment unit and wellhouse renovations on East Oak Street
• Ordinance 03-2022: zoning amendment to allow retail cannabis establishments
• Resolution 040-2022: $72,500 Bergen County grant for Finch Park Pickleball Court Installation
• Resolution 035-2022: police department to acquire Up-Armored SUV via federal 1033 program
• Resolution 036-2022: ratify UPSEU union contract for white collar employees, 2022-2025

The Ramsey Mayor and Council introduced three ordinances, including one to allow retail cannabis establishments in the B-3 Highway District, which passed first reading with a 5-1 vote (Weber opposed). The council also approved a consent agenda with 19 resolutions, including a $6.455 million bond anticipation note, a $72,500 grant for Finch Park pickleball courts, and a 4-year union contract with 2% annual raises. No public hearings were held, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Introduced Ordinance 03-2022 to allow retail cannabis in B-3 district (5-1, Weber nay)
• Introduced Ordinance 01-2022 to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish cap bank (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 02-2022 to fund $218,563.48 for water treatment unit renovations (6-0)
• Approved consent resolution authorizing $6,455,000 bond anticipation note (6-0)
• Approved consent resolution for $72,500 Bergen County grant for Finch Park pickleball courts (6-0)
• Approved consent resolution ratifying UPSEU white-collar union contract 2022-2025 with 2% annual increases (6-0)
• Approved consent resolution authorizing police to acquire up-armored SUV via federal 1033 program (6-0)
• Approved consent resolution for tax refund of $89,201.04 for Block 4601, Lot 35 (6-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review applications regarding Minetti Dennis Group Realty at 205 N. Franklin Tpke and Village Square at 57 Main St. The board will also review minutes from the December 28, 2021 meeting.

• Application: Minetti Dennis Group Realty, 205 N. Franklin Tpke
• Application: Village Square, 57 Main St.

The Ramsey Design Review Board approved two sign applications: a ground sign for KW Minetti Dennis Group Realty at 205 N. Franklin Turnpike and a pylon sign for Village Square at 57 E. Main St. Both applicants were advised that window coverage for display or advertising cannot exceed 20 percent. The board also approved the minutes from the December 28, 2021 meeting.

• Approved ground sign for KW Minetti Dennis Group Realty (4' x 3', wood/metal, black/red/rust, illuminated)
• Approved pylon sign for Village Square (3' x 8', MDO wood, deep red & white, not illuminated)
• Approved revised font for Village Square sign after board suggestion
• Approved minutes of December 28, 2021 meeting

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to receive reports on water treatment and sewer operations. Discussions include the Brookfield Well Arsenic Treatment Facility and a pump failure at the Sauna Road sewer pumping station.

• Brookfield Well Arsenic Treatment Facility report
• Ramapo Reservation Wells report
• Lead Service Line Replacement report
• Sauna Road sewer pumping station pump failure and repair
• Resolution for payment of vouchers

The Board of Public Works recommended that the Mayor & Council reallocate $218,562.48 in unspent bond funds from the completed Darlington Avenue Sewer Project to the E. Oak St. facade improvements. The board also approved paying current water/sewer bills totaling $602,347.70 and reserve bills of $251,302.98, and extended the NY Drill Company/Dryco contract through April 2023. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on the Brookfield well, lead service line replacement, and other routine matters.

• Recommended reallocating $218,562.48 to E. Oak St. facade project (carried)
• Approved payment of $602,347.70 current water/sewer bills (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $251,302.98 reserve water/sewer bills (unanimous)
• Approved extension of NY Drill Company/Dryco contract through April 2023 (carried)
• Accepted December 20, 2021 minutes with one change (carried)
• Received and filed committee reports (carried)

Board of Public Works

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The Board of Public Works held its reorganization meeting, swearing in new members and adopting the 2021 by-laws for 2022. It approved a temporary budget for the Water & Sewer Utility and made professional appointments for 2022, including engineer, attorney, and operator. All decisions were approved unanimously.

• Adopted 2021 by-laws for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Coronato as President for 2022 (6-0, Coronato abstained)
• Elected Mr. Emmett as Vice President for 2022 (6-0, Emmett abstained)
• Adopted temporary budget for Water & Sewer Utility of $1,732,500 (unanimous)
• Appointed Mauro Bacolo (Crew Engineers) as Consulting Engineer, E. Carter Corriston as Attorney, James DeBlock as Operator for 2022 (unanimous)
• Appointed Denise Bartalotta as Treasurer and Kelly Sylvester as Secretary (unanimous)
• Authorized Finance Committee to invest excess funds (unanimous)
• Appointed Mr. Tyburczy as Finance Committee Chairman and Mr. Hewitt as Operations Committee Chairman (unanimous)

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is holding a regular meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, hearing board member comments, and conducting a reorganization with the swearing-in of Russ Martone. The commission will review a tree removal application for a site plan at New Flex Wash, a landscape plan for Brothers/Chilis, and residential and commercial site inspections. They will also vote on appointing a new arborist, Colin Milde, and discuss Arbor Day plans.

• Tree removal application for New Flex Wash at 506 Route 17N, Block 5102, Lot 5
• Landscape plan review for Brothers/Chilis at 900 Route 17N, Block 4702, Lot 1.01
• Vote on new arborist Colin Milde
• Arbor Day planning for April 29, 2022
• Reorganization: swearing-in of Russ Martone

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission unanimously approved a two-phase landscaping plan for the Brothers/Chilis site at 900 Route 17N, with completion deadlines of May 15, 2022 and October 15, 2022. The commission also elected officers, approved prior minutes, and reviewed numerous tree removal and pruning work orders. No tree removal applications or violations were reported.

• Approved two-phase landscaping plan for Brothers/Chilis (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Melso as Chairman and Mr. Martone as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved work order #1 for residential tree removals and pruning
• Noted no tree removal applications or violations

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold its regular meeting via Zoom, including reorganization for 2022, approval of prior minutes, and public hearings on three variance applications. Two applications are for residential setback and coverage variances, and one is a memorialized resolution for an already-approved variance. The meeting also includes board and public comment periods.

• V-07-21-ZBA-14: Dominic Colucci, 12 Refy Avenue – approved variance for building coverage of 20% (max 15%)
• V-09-21-ZBA-15: Robert & Jennifer Ascrizzi, 59 Sauna Road – variances for front setback 48.5' (required 50'), rear setback 46.7' (required 50'), building coverage 15.8% (max 12%)
• V-09-21-ZBA-16: Joseph Macarak & Leslie Derderian, 344 Grove Street – variances for front setback 32.4' (required 50'), side setback 24.3' (required 25')
• Old Business: V-07-21-ZBA-12 (506 Route 17 North) carried to February 16, 2022

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two residential variance applications: one for a garage addition and deck at 59 Sauna Road, and another for a front porch at 344 Grove Street. The board also reorganized for 2022, appointing officers and professional consultants, and approved minutes from a prior meeting. One application was carried to a future meeting.

• Approved variance for garage addition and deck at 59 Sauna Road (7-0)
• Approved front porch variance at 344 Grove Street (7-0)
• Approved 2022 slate of officers (7-0)
• Approved Mary Ann Lupo as Administrative Secretary (7-0)
• Approved professional appointments for attorney, engineer, consultants (7-0)
• Approved minutes of 11/17/2021 (unanimous)
• Carried 506 Route 17 North application to February 16, 2022

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission held its regular January meeting, electing Mrs. Hewitt as chairman and Mr. Jost as vice-chairman. The commission unanimously approved the by-laws and the minutes from the September 15, 2021 meeting. Membership fee rates for 2022 were discussed but not finalized; they will be voted on at the February meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Mrs. Hewitt as chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Jost as vice-chairman (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 15, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved by-laws as received (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is holding its reorganization and regular meeting, primarily to approve minutes and discuss site plan waivers for several applicants. No ordinances or public hearings are scheduled. The board will also consider a resolution for a site plan/variance at 24 Grant Street.

• Reorganization of Planning Board for 2022
• Approval of minutes from 11/16/21 and 12/07/21
• Site plan waivers for multiple applicants including Gardenia Terrace LLC, Artisan Gardens LLC, and others
• Resolution for Alejandro & Andrea Frezza, Block 3608, Lot 21, 24 Grant Street - Site Plan/Variance

The Ramsey Planning Board held its annual reorganization meeting, unanimously approving the 2022 slate of officers, the reappointment of Mary Ann Lupo as Administrative Secretary, and professional appointments including Bruce E. Whitaker as Attorney and David A. Hals as Engineer. The board also adopted its by-laws, approved prior meeting minutes, and granted parking waivers for nine businesses, subject to approvals from the Construction Official, Board of Health, and Fire Official. A resolution approving a site plan/variance for Alejandro & Andrea Frezza at 24 Grant Street was also passed unanimously.

• Approved 2022 Slate of Officers: Chairman Roger Iorio, Vice Chairman Joseph Carey, Secretary Judith Cusick (unanimous)
• Reappointed Mary Ann Lupo as Administrative Secretary for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved professional appointments: Attorney Bruce E. Whitaker, Engineer David A. Hals, Planner Joseph H. Burgis, and others (unanimous)
• Adopted Planning Board By-Laws (revision date February 6, 2018) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 11/16/21 and 12/07/21 (unanimous)
• Approved parking waivers for 9 businesses, including Gardenia Terrace LLC, Trinity Rehab, and Commerce Register, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved site plan/variance resolution for Alejandro & Andrea Frezza at 24 Grant Street (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Ramsey Recreation Commission elected Mrs. Oliver as Chairman and Mr. Blasius as Vice-Chairman, both by unanimous motion. The commission approved the November 15, 2021 minutes and discussed plans for the 50th Home Run Derby, refund fees, by-law revisions, and a potential turf field at MacFarran. No other formal decisions were made.

• Elected Mrs. Oliver as Chairman (motion carried)
• Elected Mr. Blasius as Vice-Chairman (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of November 15, 2021 meeting (passed)

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is meeting to handle routine organizational matters, including electing officers, adopting bylaws, and approving several resolutions for 2022. Key actions include approving the Mid-Bergen Regional Health Contract, designating official newspapers, and confirming staff appointments. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• R3-2022: Approve Mid-Bergen Regional Health Contract and James Fedorko as Ramsey Health Officer for 2022
• R4-2022: Approve HARP as Ramsey's Nursing Service
• R6-2022: Approve North West Bergen Well Child Clinic Interlocal Service Agreement
• R2-2022: Designate official newspapers for 2022
• Staff appointments: Health Officer, Environmental Health Specialist, Secretary, Attorney

The Ramsey Board of Health approved a consent agenda of six resolutions, including contracts for public health services and a well child clinic, and appointed officers and staff. The board discussed a potential town-wide indoor mask mandate but took no vote, instead recommending it to the Mayor and Council. The meeting was largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions beyond the resolutions.

• Approved consent agenda R1-R6 2022 (8-0, Lara absent)
• Re-elected Jeffery Nemeth as Board President (unanimous)
• Elected Albert Tartini as Vice President (unanimous)
• Approved $20,440 Mid-Bergen Regional Health Commission contract for 2022
• Approved $23,746 HARP contract for 2022
• Appointed Danielle Monaghan as Registrar of Vital Statistics
• Approved 2022 committee and staff appointments
• Discussed but did not vote on town-wide mask mandate

Environmental Commission

The Ramsey Environmental Commission is meeting via Zoom to handle routine business, including swearing in new members, approving minutes, and receiving updates from commissioners on various projects. The agenda includes discussions on the Farmers' Market, Green Business Recognition Program, Sustainable Jersey status, and planning for 2022 initiatives.

• Swearing in of Boone, Carey, Danz, and Walsh
• Approval of November 9 meeting minutes
• Update on Sustainable Jersey silver status
• Discussion of Complete Streets and bikepath initiatives
• Review of Second Chance Toys program

The Ramsey Environmental Commission met via Zoom on January 11, 2022, and approved the minutes from the November 9, 2021 meeting. New members Boone, Carey, and Danz were sworn in, and Danz replaced Michele Taylor. The commission discussed upcoming events including the Farmers' Market schedule, a plastic toy collection around Earth Day, and a possible electric vehicle event in the spring. No formal resolutions or ordinances were voted on.

• Approved minutes of November 9, 2021 meeting
• Swore in new members Boone, Carey, and Danz
• Noted Walsh still needs to be sworn in

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees held its annual meeting, swearing in five trustees and electing officers. The board approved the library director, assistant director, auditor, attorney, by-laws, and the BCCLS Certification of Agreement.

• Elected Mrs. Martin as Board President, Mrs. McCaskey as Vice-President, Mr. Bogaenko as Treasurer, and Mrs. FitzPatrick as Secretary
• Approved Mr. Latham as library director
• Approved Mrs. Elwell as assistant director
• Approved Paul W. Garbarini of Garbarini and Company as auditor
• Approved Peter Scandariato as board attorney on an as-needed basis
• Approved by-laws as written
• Approved BCCLS Certification of Agreement

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is holding its annual reorganization meeting, including electing officers and appointing the library director, assistant director, auditor, and lawyer. The board will also approve minutes, bylaws, and discuss the impact of the Omicron variant on library COVID/mask policies, as well as an art gallery policy.

• Nomination and election of Board President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Recording Secretary
• Appointment of Director Matt Latham and Assistant Director Kathy Elwell
• Appointment of Auditor Paul Garbarini of Garbarini and Co.
• Discussion of Omicron variant impact and library COVID/mask policies
• Art Gallery Policy review

The Ramsey Library Board of Trustees approved an updated art gallery policy and agreement form, including new indemnification language and insurance details, after review by the borough attorney and the Bergen JIF. The board also unanimously approved paying December bills and continuing current COVID protocols for another month. The meeting was largely routine, with no public comment or new business.

• Approved updated art gallery policy and agreement form with indemnification and insurance terms (unanimous)
• Approved payment of December bills (unanimous)
• Approved continuation of current COVID protocols for another month (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of November 8, 2021 meeting as received (unanimous)
• Received and filed treasurer's report for audit (unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are holding their annual reorganization meeting to swear in elected officials, adopt the 2022 meeting schedule and bylaws, and confirm appointments to boards and commissions. They will also approve a series of routine resolutions covering professional service contracts, tax interest rates, and temporary budget appropriations.

• Oath of office administered to Councilman Peter Kilman and Councilwoman Sara Poppe
• Approval of 2022 meeting schedule: second and fourth Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers
• Appointment of professional services contracts, including Borough Attorney Peter A. Scandariato, Esq. and Auditor Paul W. Garbarini, CPA
• Resolution setting delinquent tax interest at 8% per annum on first $1,500 and 18% on excess
• Temporary appropriations for 2022: General $6,013,577.01, Water-Sewer $1,732,500.00, Pool $124,687.50

The Ramsey Mayor and Council held its 2022 reorganization meeting, swearing in Councilman Peter Kilman and Councilwoman Sara Poppe. The council adopted the 2022 bylaws, meeting schedule, and policy manual, and approved numerous appointments to boards, commissions, and volunteer emergency services. All resolutions passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote, except for the election of Council President, where Kilman abstained.

• Adopted 2022 Borough Council By-Laws (6-0)
• Elected Peter Kilman as Council President (5-0, Kilman abstained)
• Appointed Councilwoman Cusick as Class III Member on Planning Board (5-0, Cusick abstained)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule (6-0)
• Approved 2022 Borough Policy and Procedures Manual (6-0)
• Approved 2022 officers for Volunteer Fire Department, Rescue Squad, and Ambulance Corps (6-0 each)
• Confirmed appointments to various boards and commissions (6-0 each)
• Approved 2022 temporary appropriations totaling $7.87 million (6-0)

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council is holding its sine die meeting telephonically due to COVID-19. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a consent resolution for payroll and vouchers, and public comment. Communications include a resident letter about overnight street parking and the Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority's 2022 budget. No substantive decisions are listed beyond routine approvals.

• Letter from Tricia and Michael O'Malley regarding overnight street parking
• Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority 2022 budget letter from James Rotundo
• Consent resolution 236-2021 ratifying payroll number 26
• Consent resolution 237-2021 for payment of vouchers

The Ramsey Mayor and Council held a remote sine die meeting on January 3, 2022, with no substantive decisions beyond routine approvals. They approved two consent resolutions (payroll ratification and voucher payments) and referred a resident letter about overnight street parking to the Building Planning and Zoning Committee. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned after 11 minutes.

• Approved consent resolution 236-2021 ratifying payroll actions (unanimous)
• Approved consent resolution 237-2021 for payment of vouchers (unanimous)
• Referred O'Malley letter on overnight street parking to Building Planning and Zoning Committee