Ramsey public meetings in 2024

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for two property variance requests. The board will also memorialize previous approvals for properties on Center Street and South Central Avenue.

• Public hearing: 277 Canterbury Drive for rear yard setback and building coverage variances
• Public hearing: 91 Brookside Road for rear yard setback variances
• Memorialized resolution: 64 Center Street for building coverage variance
• Memorialized resolution: 238 South Central Avenue for a second dwelling unit use variance

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment approved four variance applications at its December 18, 2024 meeting. These included a use variance for a second dwelling unit at 238 South Central Avenue, a building coverage variance at 64 Center Street, and two rear yard setback/building coverage variances for additions at 277 Canterbury Drive and 91 Brookside Road. All votes were unanimous among present members, with Chairwoman Strollo abstaining on two resolutions.

• Approved building coverage variance for David & Susan Calleo at 64 Center Street (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved use variance for second dwelling unit for Harold & Donna Knutsen at 238 South Central Avenue (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved rear yard setback and building coverage variances for Richard & Taylor Ovalle at 277 Canterbury Drive (5-0)
• Approved rear yard setback variance and soil movement for 91 Brookside LLC at 91 Brookside Road (5-0)

Design Review Board

The Ramsey Design Review Board will meet to review three applications: 4 Ever Young at 47 Interstate Shopping Center, Bergen Sole Podiatry at 9 S Island Ave, and Shoprite at Interstate Shopping Center. The agenda includes no site plan submissions, public comment, or detailed discussion items beyond these applications.

• 4 Ever Young, 47 Interstate Shopping Center
• Bergen Sole Podiatry, 9 S Island Ave
• Shoprite, Interstate Shopping Center

The Ramsey Design Review Board meeting on December 17, 2024, was procedural, with an agenda listing three applications (4 Ever Young, Bergen Sole Podiatry, Shoprite) but no recorded decisions, approvals, or denials. The minutes indicate no site plan, public comment, or old/new business were addressed, and the meeting adjourned without substantive action.

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on December 17, 2024, to discuss several site plan waiver applications and a resolution for an amended site plan/variance for Ramsey Investments, LLC at 70 Hilltop Road. No ordinances or public hearings are scheduled. Old business involving 663 Crescent Plaza, LLC will be carried to January 21, 2025.

• Resolution for Ramsey Investments, LLC (Block 3702, Lot 4; 70 Hilltop Road) — Amended Site Plan/Variance
• Site Plan Waiver for Clear Path Development Inc.
• Site Plan Waiver for The Mani Lounge, LLC
• Site Plan Waiver for Bergen Sole LLC
• Site Plan Waiver for Dr. Karen A. McCarthy Orthodontics LLC

The Ramsey Planning Board approved four parking/use waivers for businesses at 300 Lake Street, 7 and 9 South Island Avenue, and 284 N. Franklin Turnpike, subject to approvals from the Construction Official, Board of Health, and Fire Official. The board also approved an amended site plan/variance resolution for Ramsey Investments, LLC at 70 Hilltop Road. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

• Approved waiver for Clear Path Development Inc. (online counseling) at 300 Lake Street, Suite B-1
• Approved waiver for The Mani Lounge, LLC (nail salon) at 7 South Island Avenue
• Approved waiver for Bergen Sole LLC (podiatry office) at 9 South Island Avenue
• Approved waiver for Dr. Karen A. McCarthy Orthodontics LLC at 284 N. Franklin Turnpike
• Approved amended site plan/variance for Ramsey Investments, LLC at 70 Hilltop Road

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss proposed water and sewer rates for 2025. The meeting includes reports on water infrastructure projects and operational updates for the borough's utilities.

• Proposed water & sewer rates for 2025
• LSL Replacement Project - Phase 2
• Airmount Well Redevelopment
• Arrow Rd Treatment Facility project
• Island Road sanitary sewer station controls maintenance and upgrade

The Board approved a resolution recommending 2025 water and sewer rates with an approximate 3.90% increase to the Mayor & Council for final enactment. The board also approved payment of $384,469.71 in current water/sewer bills, accepted the November minutes, and received reports on the lead service line replacement project, well rehabilitation, and SCADA upgrades. No public comment was made.

• Approved 2025 water and sewer rates with ~3.90% increase (6-0, Hewitt absent)
• Approved payment of $384,469.71 in current water/sewer bills (6-0, Hewitt absent)
• Accepted minutes of November 18, 2024 meeting
• Received and filed correspondence

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are meeting to finalize an ordinance regarding parking prohibitions on Madison Avenue. The body is also deciding on non-union salary increases for 2025 and reviewing several special event permits.

• Ordinance 14-2024: Prohibits parking on the north side of Madison Avenue from Island Park Avenue to North Franklin Turnpike (8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. while school is in session)
• Resolution 231-2024: 2% annual salary increase for non-union full-time and part-time employees effective January 1, 2025
• Resolution 235-2024: Tax refund of $6,644.87 for Block 4201, Lot 9.02
• Special permits for a St. Paul Church procession (Dec 14) and a La Befana Cultural Event at 109 E. Main Street (Jan 5)
• Resolution 234-2024: Appointment of Aidan Brewer as a Probationary Officer for the Ramsey Police Department

The Ramsey Mayor and Council adopted Ordinance 14-2024, which prohibits parking on the north side of Madison Avenue between Island Park Avenue and Franklin Turnpike from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on school days. The council also approved a consent resolution covering various administrative items, including the appointment of a probationary police officer and a tax refund. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a presentation by Bergen Community College students and committee reports.

• Adopted Ordinance 14-2024 restricting parking on Madison Avenue (6-0)
• Approved consent resolution 228-2024 for payment of vouchers
• Approved consent resolution 229-2024 ratifying payroll actions
• Approved consent resolution 230-2024 for appropriation transfer
• Approved consent resolution 231-2024 authorizing 2025 non-union salary increases
• Approved consent resolution 232-2024 accepting retirement of Deputy Clerk Sherry Richards
• Approved consent resolution 233-2024 supporting Fair Housing Act amendment
• Approved consent resolution 234-2024 appointing Aidan Brewer as probationary police officer

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially approve the 2025 budget proposal, as well as set the library's holiday and meeting schedules for next year. They will also review capital project challenges including HVAC repairs and the children's room carpet, and consider a proposal for a temporary storage unit. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and bill lists.

• 2025 Budget Proposal
• HVAC and Children's Room Carpet capital challenges
• 2025 Library Holiday Schedule Proposal
• Temporary Storage Unit Proposal
• Bill Lists for November

The Ramsey Library Board of Trustees approved the first draft of the 2025 budget, which includes a 12.1% funding increase and plans for capital projects. They also approved a monthly storage unit rental at $168 per month to address storage needs. The board accepted the treasurer's report and approved paying November bills.

• Approved first draft of 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved monthly storage unit rental at $168/month (unanimous)
• Approved payment of November bills (unanimous)
• Accepted treasurer's report and filed for audit
• Accepted November 11, 2024 meeting minutes as received

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold public hearings on two applications: an amended site plan with variance for 70 Hilltop Road (Ramsey Investments, LLC) and an amended site plan for 663 East Crescent Avenue (663 Crescent Plaza, LLC). The board will also consider site plan waiver requests from three entities, approve prior meeting minutes, and note that a monopole presentation has been postponed to December 17, 2024. No ordinances or resolutions are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Ramsey Investments, LLC – Amended Site Plan/Variance at 70 Hilltop Road (Block 3702, Lot 4)
• Public hearing on 663 Crescent Plaza, LLC – Amended Site Plan at 663 East Crescent Avenue (Block 4001, Lot 19)
• Site plan waiver requests from Clear Path Development Inc., Environmental Planning & Management, Inc., and Mirela Djokovic
• Old business: Ramsey Board of Public Works Monopole Presentation postponed to December 17, 2024

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will introduce Ordinance 14-2024, which adds no-parking hours (8 a.m. to 4 p.m., school days) on Madison Avenue between Island Park Avenue and North Franklin Turnpike. The consent agenda includes a resolution to accept a $24,621.66 recycling tonnage grant and payment of vouchers. A public hearing on the ordinance is set for December 11, 2024.

• Introduction of Ordinance 14-2024: parking prohibited 8 a.m.–4 p.m. school days on Madison Avenue from Island Park Avenue to North Franklin Turnpike
• Resolution 227-2024: insertion of $24,621.66 from 2024 Recycling Tonnage Grant into the budget
• Consent resolutions: payment of vouchers and ratification of payroll number 24
• Request from Boy Scout Troop 31 for permission to post signs advertising annual tree sale at three locations

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss tree removal applications, and review site plans. Key actions include considering a tree removal application at 26 Mechanic St and approving work orders for tree care and spring plantings. The commission will also receive updates from planning and zoning board meetings and discuss training on Tree Keeper software.

• Tree removal application at 26 Mechanic St (Block 4902, Lot 9)
• Residential site inspections including DPW Tree Work 5 and Orange and Rockland Tree Removal 1
• Spring plantings for 2025
• Tree Keeper Software Training scheduled for November 26 at 2:00 pm
• Communications from Planning Board meetings (August, September, October 2024)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will receive reports on water system maintenance and regulatory compliance. The meeting includes updates on the Airmount Well Redevelopment and LSL Replacement Project Phase 2.

• LSL Replacement Project - Phase 2
• Airmount Well Redevelopment
• Water Service Line Investigations
• Winterizing fire hydrants
• Resolution for payment of vouchers

Recreation Commission

This meeting of the Ramsey Recreation Commission covers standard procedural items including approval of minutes, public comment (limited to five minutes per person), and reports from the Recreation Director, Coordinator, and Commissioners. No specific decisions or action items are listed on the agenda.

• Public comment period limited to five minutes per person
• Reports from Recreation Director and Coordinator
• Commissioners activity reports and Council Liaison report
• Unfinished and new business sections open for discussion

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is holding a regular meeting with standard procedural items. Key discussion items include a 2024 Public Health Planning Update, inspection and abatement reports, and a financial report. No major decisions or new ordinances are on the agenda.

• 2024 Public Health Planning Update
• Inspection Report (Martha Sobanko)
• Abatement Orders (Martha Sobanko)
• Financial Report (Al Tartini)
• Ambulance and Ramsey Alliance update

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will consider several consent resolutions, including contract addendums with six labor unions to offer a new health insurance option (Difference Card HRA) aimed at lowering premium costs. Other items include police sergeant appointments, a tax refund for a disabled veteran, and by-law amendments for the Fire Department and CERT. A shade tree appeal is listed as new business, but no public hearings or ordinances are scheduled for final consideration.

• Contract addendums with Teamsters Local 469, 11, 125, PBA Local 155, UPSEU (Borough Hall White Collar), and UPSEU (Library) to offer the Difference Card HRA health insurance option
• Appointment of Bryan Arsi as Sergeant and Justin Garcia as Acting Sergeant effective 11/6/24, then Sergeant effective 3/1/25 in Ramsey Police Department
• Refund of $3,016.15 and tax cancellation for first and second quarter 2025 for a disabled veteran at 60 Momar Drive
• Approval of by-law amendments for Ramsey Fire Department (Resolution 206-2024) and Ramsey CERT (Resolution 209-2024)
• Shade tree appeal application under new business

Environmental Commission

The Ramsey Environmental Commission will hold a regular meeting primarily consisting of updates from commissioners and Green Team members on various environmental projects. Items include progress on a photography contest, native plantings, turtle crossing signs, farmers market updates, Suraci Pond maintenance, planning board and master plan items, Sustainable Jersey 2026 goals, food waste recycling, plastic toy collection, community garden, HUB and Styrofoam initiatives, Adopt-a-Drain, and sidewalk/crosswalk updates. The meeting also includes a motion to cancel the December meeting.

• Discussion of Sustainable Jersey 2026 goals and Carolyn Coletti idea
• Update on plastic toys collection held November 10th
• Food waste recycling update and congratulations
• Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, Master Plan, bikepath, passive recreation park project updates
• Cancellation of December meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review the treasurer's report and October bill lists. The meeting includes updates on capital projects and the physical plant, as well as a discussion regarding the replacement of the library fire alarm panel.

• Library fire alarm panel replacement
• October bill lists
• Capital project updates
• Physical plant updates
• Staff training day and holiday party date

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding an amended site plan and variances for Ramsey Interstate Center, LLC. The board will also consider site plan waivers for three entities.

• Public hearing for Ramsey Interstate Center, LLC at 1255 Route 17 South (Block 4203, Lots 1 & 2.01)
• Site plan waiver for Regal Communities II LLC
• Site plan waiver for Randolph Loyd Insurance Agency Inc.
• Site plan waiver for Berry, Verduin and Koch, LLC
• Adoption of the 2025 Annual Schedule of Regular Meetings

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing for final consideration of Ordinance 13-2024, which amends parking restrictions in the borough. The council will also consider consent resolutions including payment of vouchers, ratification of payroll, updating Sergeant Szelag's retirement date, confirming the appointment of Krish Patel to the Ramsey Rescue Squad, and amending the Ramsey Fire Department By-Laws. The meeting begins with volunteer recognition.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 13-2024 amending Chapter 8 parking restrictions
• Resolution 204-2024 updating Sergeant Szelag's retirement to March 1, 2025
• Resolution 205-2024 confirming Krish Patel's appointment to the Ramsey Rescue Squad
• Resolution 206-2024 amending the Ramsey Fire Department By-Laws
• Volunteer Recognition Night presentations

Design Review Board

The Ramsey Design Review Board will review two applications at its October 22 meeting: a proposal for Club Champion at 735 Route 17 South and a site plan for the Interstate Shopping Center (Tropical Smoothie & Shop Rite). The board will also hear public comment, approve minutes from August and September, and address old and new business. The agenda is subject to revision.

• Application for Club Champion, 735 Rt. 17 South
• Site plan review for Interstate Shopping Center (Tropical Smoothie & Shop Rite)
• Public comment period
• Approval of minutes from August 27, 2024 and September 24, 2024

Board of Public Works

The Ramsey Board of Public Works will hear reports on infrastructure projects including the Lead Service Line Replacement Phase 2, Airmount Well Redevelopment, water service line investigations, and PFAS treatment. The board will also consider a resolution for payment of vouchers and receive updates from departments and committees.

• Lead Service Line Replacement Project – Phase 2
• Airmount Well Redevelopment
• Water Service Line Investigations
• PFAS treatment updates
• Resolution – Payment of Vouchers

Recreation Commission

This is a routine meeting with no specific items listed for decision or discussion. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comment, director and coordinator reports, commissioner activity reports, and unfinished/new business.

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission will hold a regular meeting to review a tree removal application, site plans, and permit violations. They will also discuss residential and commercial site inspections, work orders from various entities, and spring plantings for 2025. Old business includes Tree Keeper software training and commission shirts.

• Tree removal application under review
• Work orders: Ramsey Shade Tree (8), DPW Tree Work (5), Orange and Rockland Tree Removal (1), County Tree Work (2)
• Spring plantings for 2025 discussed
• Tree Keeper software training and commission shirts on old business

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board will hold public hearings on two variance requests: a use variance for a second dwelling unit at 238 South Central Avenue and a bulk variance for building coverage at 64 Center Street. A previously approved resolution for 46 Balfour Lane will be formally memorialized.

• Memorialize resolution for 46 Balfour LLC (variances for side yard setback, rear yard setback, building coverage, and impervious coverage at 46 Balfour Lane)
• Public hearing: David & Susan Calleo – variance for building coverage of 24.98% (max 15%) at 64 Center Street
• Public hearing: Harold & Donna Knutsen – use variance to permit a second dwelling unit at 238 South Central Avenue (prohibited by Chapter 34-4.6)

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a public hearing on an amended site plan and variances for Ramsey Interstate Center LLC at 1255 Route 17 South. The board is also considering site plan waiver requests from four LLCs and a resolution for a minor subdivision on Canterbury Drive. No ordinances are on the agenda.

• Public hearing: Ramsey Interstate Center LLC, amended site plan/variances, 1255 Route 17 South (Block 4203, Lots 1 & 2.01)
• Site plan waiver requests: Nobile Infusion II LLC, Regal Communities II LLC, Club Champion LLC, Finely Finished LLC
• Resolution: Barbato & DeMatteo Minor Subdivision, 205 & 211 Canterbury Drive (Block 4905, Lot 41.01 & Block 5201, Lot 1)
• Old business: Monopole presentation carried to December 17, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially vote on a Book Sanctuary Proposal and a Homebound Delivery Policy and Structure Proposal. The board will also consider a consent resolution to hire a library page. Other agenda items include approval of minutes, a treasurer's report, and director's updates on capital projects and events.

• Book Sanctuary Proposal – discussion and possible action
• Homebound Delivery Policy and Structure Proposal
• Consent resolution to hire PT Library Page Roark Durden
• Director’s report including capital project updates and 2024 small projects

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is holding a regular meeting with standard procedural items including approval of minutes, financial report, and inspections. A 2024 Public Health Planning Update is listed for discussion, but no specific proposals or dollar amounts are detailed. Most agenda items are routine reports and committee updates.

• 2024 Public Health Planning Update under Public Health
• Codes, Ordinances & Legislation review (no specifics given)
• Site Plans report by Martha Sobanko (no details)
• Financial Report by Al Tartini
• Inspection Report and Abatement Orders

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will vote on a consent resolution approving police appointments, a $97,545 ARP-funded dump truck, firefighter grants, and the 2023 audit. They will also introduce an ordinance amending parking restrictions. Public comment is open.

• Introduction of Ordinance 13-2024 amending parking restrictions and limitations in Chapter 8 of the Borough Code
• Resolution 196-2024 authorizing $97,545.80 from American Rescue Plan funds for a mason dump truck for the Roads Division
• Resolution 194-2024 accepting the 2023 borough audit and corrective action plan
• Confirmations of permanent police officers Gaetano Belfert and Christopher Hulahan, and promotion of Jeff Guilfoyle to lieutenant (effective Nov 5, 2024)
• Resolutions 198-2024 and 199-2024 accepting firefighter grants of $74,000 (ARFF) and $585,000 (FY 2023 Assistance to Fire Fighters)

Environmental Commission

The Ramsey Environmental Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, approval of September minutes, and updates from commissioners on various environmental projects. Topics include the master plan, a passive recreation park, native plantings, turtle crossing signs, farmers market updates, food waste recycling, and a plastic toys collection event on November 10. The commission will also discuss developments/site plans and correspondence.

• Master plan and bike path update (Mr. Carey)
• Passive recreation park project (Mr. Carey)
• Plastic Toys Collection event on November 10 (Mr. Kehoe)
• Native plants planting/fencing and turtle crossing signs (Ms. Benfanti)
• Food waste recycling update (Ms. DiPilato)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing for final consideration of Ordinance No. 12-2024, which amends the borough's stormwater control code. The consent agenda includes a resolution to accept a $15,000 National Opioids Settlement Grant and approval of two block party requests. The meeting also covers approval of prior minutes, communications, and committee reports.

• Ordinance No. 12-2024: amendment to Chapter 19 (Stormwater Control) – public hearing for final adoption
• Resolution 187-2024: insertion of $15,000 revenue from 2024 National Opioids Settlement Grant
• Block party request by P. Gurney of Elm Place for September 29, 2024 (3:30–8:00 p.m.)
• Block party request by Mortorano of Poplar Street for October 27, 2024 (1:00–10:00 p.m.)
• Consent resolutions covering voucher payments and payroll ratification

Design Review Board

The Ramsey Design Review Board will hold a public meeting to consider one application: J. Crew Factory Store at Interstate Shopping Center. No site plan applications are listed. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear public comment.

• J. Crew Factory Store – Interstate Shopping Center application

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission will consider three tree removal applications, review a site plan for Celtic Motor Sports (Lotus) at 1045 Route 17, and discuss landscape plans, inspections, and software training. The meeting also includes communications from recent Planning and Zoning Board meetings.

• Tree removal application for Cafiero at 144 Momar Dr, Block 3208 Lot 4
• Tree removal application for St. John's Church at 301 E Main St, Block 4812 Lot 10
• Tree removal application for Strauss at 59 Deer Trail, Block 3002 Lot 39
• Site plan review for Celtic Motor Sports (Lotus) at 1045 Route 17, Block 4603 Lot 41
• Landscape plan review and residential/commercial site inspections

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on variance requests for 46 Balfour Lane, including reduced side and rear yard setbacks and increased building and impervious coverage. They will also memorialize previously approved variances for 59 Nottingham Road (building coverage) and 615 East Crescent Avenue (baseball training facility use and parking). The board will approve July meeting minutes and set the 2025 regular meeting schedule.

• Public hearing: 46 Balfour LLC – variances for side setback (8 ft vs 10 ft required), rear setback (21.2 ft vs 25 ft), building coverage (26.08% vs 20% max), impervious coverage (48.96% vs 40% max)
• Memorialize resolution: Samuel & Kerri Parelhoff, 59 Nottingham Road – building coverage variance to 16.5% (15% max)
• Memorialize resolution: Prevail Baseball, LLC, 615 East Crescent Avenue – use variance for baseball training facility in I.P. Industrial Zone, plus amended site plan and parking variance
• Approval of July 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion and adoption of 2025 Annual Schedule of Regular Meetings

Pool Commission

The Pool Commission is coordinating the start of winterizing operations and planning for the 2025 season. The body is reviewing available dates for bands and proposing facility improvements.

• Winterizing of the pool beginning the week of September 18
• Scheduling of 2025 bands for July 4, July 11, and August 8
• Proposed 2025 project for a shade structure on a portion of the playground

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the Barbato & DeMatteo Minor Subdivision at 205 and 211 Canterbury Drive. The board will also consider several site plan waivers and receive correspondence from Mahwah regarding a monopole project. A monopole presentation has been postponed to October 15, 2024.

• Public hearing: Barbato & DeMatteo Minor Subdivision (205 & 211 Canterbury Drive, Block 4905 Lot 41.01 and Block 5201 Lot 1)
• Site plan waiver requests from Ramsey Chicken LLC, LML Supermarkets Inc., Samadhi Wellness, Anything Asphalt LLC, and The Digital Transformation Agency, Inc.
• Correspondence from Mahwah Township regarding McKay Brothers LLC Monopole Project
• Monopole presentation carried to October 15, 2024
• Approval of minutes from August 20, 2024

The Ramsey Planning Board approved waiver applications for five businesses, including a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and a ShopRite OPD, subject to approvals from the Construction Official, Board of Health, and Fire Official. The board also approved the minutes from the August 20 meeting and received correspondence. A public hearing on a minor subdivision at 205 and 211 Canterbury Drive was held, but no resolution was adopted.

• Approved waiver applications for Samadhi Wellness, Anything Asphalt LLC, From-The Digital Transformation Agency, Ramsey Chicken LLC (Popeyes), and LML Supermarkets Inc. (ShopRite OPD) (roll call vote, Chairman Iorio abstained on Ramsey Chicken and LML)
• Approved minutes of 08/20/24 (all eligible members voted in favor)
• Received and filed correspondence (motion by Mr. Carey, seconded by Mr. Palumbo)
• Held public hearing on Barbato & DeMatteo minor subdivision at 205 & 211 Canterbury Drive; no resolution adopted

Recreation Commission

This is a standard procedural meeting of the Ramsey Recreation Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from the Recreation Director, Coordinator, Commissioners, and Council Liaison, followed by unfinished and new business. No specific actionable items or decisions are listed.

• Public comment limited to five minutes per person
• Reports from Recreation Director and Coordinator
• Activity reports from Commissioners
• Council Liaison report

Board of Public Works

The Ramsey Board of Public Works will receive reports on the Lead Service Line Replacement Project Phase 2, Airmount Well Redevelopment, and PFAS treatment. They will also consider a resolution for payment of vouchers and hold an executive session on one item.

• Lead Service Line Replacement Project - Phase 2 update
• Airmount Well Redevelopment project
• PFAS treatment discussion
• Water Service Line Investigations
• Resolution – Payment of Vouchers

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health will hold a regular meeting covering routine business including approval of minutes, inspection reports, and financial reports. A 2024 Public Health Planning Update is scheduled under Public Health. No specific ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are listed on the agenda, making it largely procedural.

• 2024 Public Health Planning Update
• Inspection Report
• Abatement Orders
• Financial Report
• Ambulance and Ramsey Alliance report

The Ramsey Board of Health met on September 12, 2024, and approved the minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting. The meeting was largely procedural, with reports on water operations, public health, inspections, vital statistics, and finances. No substantive decisions were made; the board discussed upcoming events like the flu clinic and the transition from the HARP program.

• Approved minutes from August 8, 2024 meeting (carried)

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will vote on consent resolutions including a settlement agreement with a $3,500 reimbursement cap and cancellation of $390,000 in unused bond authorizations for completed capital projects. They will also introduce Ordinance 12-2024 to amend Chapter 19 stormwater control requirements for major developments, updating definitions and requiring green infrastructure practices.

• Resolution 182-2024: settlement agreement in Madlinger v. Borough of Ramsey with reimbursement expenses not to exceed $3,500
• Resolution 183-2024: cancellation of $390,000 in improvement authorization balances for ordinances covering Main Street Streetscape Phase II ($40,000), Island Rd/2019 Roads/Dump Truck ($80,000), Prospect Street/2020 Roads ($15,000), various capital improvements ($80,000), and Multipurpose Bond Ordinance ($175,000)
• Introduction of Ordinance 12-2024 amending Chapter 19 stormwater control to incorporate green infrastructure BMPs, update definitions, and set applicability dates for major developments
• Committee and liaison reports from finance, public safety, building/planning/zoning, utilities, public relations, and health/education/social services

The Ramsey Mayor and Council held a work session where they approved a consent resolution covering six items, including a settlement agreement and cancellation of unused improvement authorizations. They also introduced Ordinance 12-2024, amending the stormwater control code, for final consideration at the next meeting. Several appointments were made to the Fire Department and Municipal Alliance.

• Approved consent resolution 180-2024 for payment of vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved consent resolution 181-2024 ratifying payroll actions (unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement with expense reimbursement up to $3,500 (unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of $390,000 in unused improvement authorizations (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Connor Behrmann to Ramsey Fire Department (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 12-2024 amending stormwater control code (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will meet to discuss updates on community programs and site plans. Members will report on various local projects, including waste recycling and public space improvements.

• Plastic Toys Collection scheduled for November 10th
• Updates on food waste recycling and Styrofoam
• Reports on the passive recreation park project and bikepath
• Updates on native plants planting and turtle crossing signs
• Review of the community garden and Adopt-a-Drain program

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially vote on a Book Sanctuary proposal and resolution. The board will also hear the Treasurer's report and bill lists for June, July, and August. Additionally, they will recognize Veena Desai's 25th anniversary and receive updates on capital projects and the summer reading program.

• Book Sanctuary Proposal and Resolution
• Veena Desai 25th Anniversary Congratulations
• Bill Lists for June, July, and August (amounts not specified)
• Capital Project Updates
• Summer Reading Summary

The Ramsey Library Board of Trustees approved the June, July, and August bills and the treasurer's report, and unanimously approved Consent Resolution 2024-3 to hire Isabelle Meyer as a Library Page. The board also received the director's report on summer activities, including laptop program changes, background checks, and renovation progress. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved payment of June, July, and August bills (passed by those in attendance)
• Approved Consent Resolution 2024-3 to hire Isabelle Meyer as Library Page at $15.13/hr (unanimous)
• Received and filed treasurer's report for audit
• Accepted minutes of June 10, 2024 meeting as received

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and consider final adoption of three ordinances, including a $1,050,000 bond ordinance to resurface East Oak Street, West Oak Street, and Grove Street. They will also vote on a consent agenda that includes an $834,113.98 paving contract, professional service agreements for affordable housing planning and culvert replacement, and appointments to the police and fire departments. Several block party and special permit requests are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance 10-2024, a $1,050,000 bond ordinance for resurfacing East Oak Street, West Oak Street, and Grove Street
• Resolution 169-2024 awarding a $834,113.98 paving contract to D.S. Meyer Enterprises, LLC
• Appointment of Michael Parise to Captain of Ramsey Police Department and approval of his employment contract through 2026
• Resolution 173-2024 authorizing a $45,000 professional services agreement with Burgis Associates for affordable housing compliance
• Resolution 176-2024 authorizing a $44,600 contract with LAN Associates for culvert replacement on Alida Place

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to review applications for three specific business locations. The board will also address the meeting minutes from June 25, 2024.

• Application for Hydration Station at 495 N. Franklin Turnpike
• Application for Paris Baguette at Interstate Shopping Center
• Application for Simba Sanctuary at 151 E. Main St

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission is meeting to discuss registration numbers, financial reports, and updates from sub-committees. The agenda includes a review of member counts and payments for the current season compared to prior years. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

• 2024 registration: 2,529 resident, 835 non-resident, 485 senior members
• 2024 total payments: $820k vs $830k in 2023
• Reports from Activities, Bylaws, Swim Team, and Facilities committees

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with a resolution for Celtic Motor Sports (Block 4603, Lot 41, 1045 Route 17 South) involving site plan, variances, and soil movement. Other items include a site plan waiver for Samadhi Wellness and a public hearing on a monopole presentation carried to September 17, 2024. The agenda is mostly procedural with no ordinances or new business.

• Resolution for Celtic Motor Sports: site plan, variances, and soil movement at 1045 Route 17 South
• Site Plan Waiver for Samadhi Wellness
• Public hearing on Ramsey Board of Public Works monopole presentation carried to September 17, 2024
• Approval of minutes from July 16, 2024
• No ordinances or new business

Board of Public Works

The Ramsey Board of Public Works will receive reports on water infrastructure projects, including the Lead Service Line Replacement Phase 2, Airmount Well Redevelopment, and PFAS treatment. The board will also consider a resolution to pay vouchers and an NJDEP installation permit at 211 Route 17, Upper Saddle River. One item is scheduled for executive session.

• Lead Service Line Replacement Project - Phase 2
• Airmount Well Redevelopment
• Water Service Line Investigations and PFAS treatment
• NJDEP installation permit for physical connection and backflow preventer at 211 Rt 17, Upper Saddle River
• Resolution – Payment of Vouchers

Recreation Commission

This is a regular monthly meeting of the Ramsey Recreation Commission. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, public comment (limited to five minutes per person), and reports from the director, coordinator, commissioners, and council liaison. No specific proposals, contracts, or decisions are listed under unfinished or new business.

• No specific actionable items are listed on the agenda beyond routine reports and approvals.

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will meet to discuss ongoing community projects and member reports. The agenda includes updates on waste recycling, public spaces, and local environmental programs.

• Plastic Toys Collection scheduled for November 10th
• Updates on food waste recycling and Styrofoam
• Reports on the passive recreation park project and bikepath
• Updates on the community garden and Farmers' Market
• Discussion of turtle crossing signs and native plants planting

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a regular session on July 24, 2024, with a consent agenda approving payments, appointments, and contracts, and will introduce ordinances on parking limits, street resurfacing, and signs. The meeting includes a public comment period and committee reports. No advertised public hearings are scheduled.

• Introduction of bond ordinance (10-2024) appropriating $1,050,000 to resurface East Oak Street, West Oak Street, and Grove Street
• Consent resolution 159-2024 awarding a $486,500 leaf removal contract to Nature's Choice NJ LLC
• Consent resolution 155-2024 endorsing a $1,559,180 HOME-ARP grant application by Hudson Hill Group for a group home at 119 Arch Street
• Consent resolutions confirming permanent appointments of six new police officers (Gutierrez, Zendaki, Cardenas, Gonzalez, O'Connor) and several fire/rescue appointments
• Consent resolution 147-2024 authorizing a lease for a mailing machine at $336.83/month for 63 months from Jersey Mail Systems

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 18, 2024. Items include approval of June minutes, tree removal permit applications and a violation, site plan and landscape plan reviews, residential and commercial site inspections, old business including a $500 compensation received for 105 Deer Trail and Tree Keeper Software Training, and new business to discuss a new tree contractor. Public comment is limited to 5 minutes per person.

• 105 Deer Trail - $500 compensation received
• Tree Keeper Software Training
• New Tree Contractor discussion
• Tree Removal Permit Applications Violation
• Orange and Rockland Tree Removal 1

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding a regular meeting with two public hearings. Samuel & Kerri Parelhoff seek variances for building coverage at 59 Nottingham Road (16.5% permitted instead of 15% maximum). Prevail Baseball, LLC requests a use variance and amended site plan approval with a parking variance for a baseball training facility at 615 East Crescent Avenue in the Industrial Zone. No new or old business is listed.

• Samuel & Kerri Parelhoff – Block 5405, Lot 9, 59 Nottingham Road – variance to allow 16.5% building coverage where 15% maximum
• Prevail Baseball, LLC – Block 4401, Lot 2, 615 East Crescent Avenue – use variance for baseball training facility in I.P. Industrial Zone, plus amended site plan with parking variance
• Minutes approval from June 19, 2024 meeting
• No resolutions memorialized
• Next meeting scheduled for September 18, 2024

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission meets to hear reports from the pool manager, chairman, and sub-committees. Registration numbers for 2024 show a slight decrease compared to 2023. No decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Pool manager reports 2024 YTD registration: 2,494 resident, 830 non-resident, 486 senior members, $767k total payments
• Activities Committee discusses First Responder Night and Corn Hole Night
• Facilities Committee reports on heater and pump status
• Next meeting scheduled for August 21, 2024 at the pool

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a continuation for Celtic Motor Sports, LLC regarding site plan, variances, and soil movement at 1045 Route 17 South. The board also considers site plan waivers for J. Crew Group Inc. and The Rubber Stamp Factory Corp., and resolutions for several properties including Ramsey Auto Group and addresses on Spring and Orchard Streets. No ordinances or new business are listed.

• Public hearing continuation for Celtic Motor Sports, LLC – 1045 Route 17 South (Site Plan/Variances/Soil Movement)
• Site plan waiver requests from J. Crew Group Inc. and The Rubber Stamp Factory Corp.
• Resolutions for Ramsey Auto Group (69 Spring Street), 57 Orchard Street, 70 Orchard Street (Amended Site Plan/Variances)
• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2024
• No correspondence, ordinances, or new business

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will receive reports from the engineer, operations, management, and attorney on ongoing water infrastructure projects. Key topics include the Lead Service Line Replacement Project Phase 2, PFAS treatment for Ramsey wells, and water service line investigations. The board will also consider a resolution for payment of vouchers.

• Lead Service Line Replacement Project Phase 2 update
• PFAS Treatment for Ramsey Wells update
• Water service line investigations
• North Central well house pump work
• Resolution – Payment of Vouchers

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health will discuss the 2024 Public Health Planning Update. The meeting includes reports on inspections, abatement orders, and vital statistics. Other items include financial and council reports.

• 2024 Public Health Planning Update
• Inspection Report
• Abatement Orders
• Vital Statistics
• Financial Report

Mayor & Council

The council will consider an ordinance amending stormwater control regulations. They will also act on resolutions regarding police retirement, liquor license renewals, and tax redemptions.

• Allocation of $64,100.34 for nine SCBA PAKs for the Ramsey Rescue Squad
• Public hearing for Ordinance 08-2024 regarding stormwater control
• Acceptance of Police Captain Kevin Cherven's retirement
• Release of performance bond for Wayne Motors (Lincoln of Ramsey)
• Tax redemption authorizations for Block 4704 Lot 8 and Block 3101 Lot 39

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider design applications for Luna Azul at 38 E. Main St. and Ramsey Gourmet/Don Chicken at 20 W. Main St. No site plans are scheduled for review during this meeting.

• Application for Luna Azul at 38 E. Main St.
• Application for Ramsey Gourmet/Don Chicken at 20 W. Main St.

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will review tree removal applications for properties on Northern Trail and Deer Trail. The meeting includes reviews of residential site inspections involving DPW, Orange and Rockland, and County tree work. The commission will also address old business regarding 279 Momar Dr.

• Tree removal application for 14 Northern Trail (Block 3002, Lot 34)
• Tree removal application for 105 Deer Trail (Block 3002, Lot 53)
• Residential site inspections for DPW and Orange and Rockland tree work
• $1,500 compensation received from Timberline Tree Service

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for two variance requests. The board will also memorialize a previous resolution regarding property setbacks and coverage at 162 Summit Avenue.

• Use variance for Prevail Baseball, LLC to allow a baseball training facility at 615 East Crescent Avenue
• Parking variance and amended site plan for 615 East Crescent Avenue
• Variances for building and impervious coverage at 251 East Crescent Avenue
• Memorialized variances for setbacks and building coverage at 162 Summit Avenue

Pool Commission

The commission will review reports regarding pool member registration and total payments from 2021 through 2024. The agenda also includes sub-committee reports on bylaws, the swim team, and a facilities heater update.

• Review of 2024 membership registration and $700k in total payments
• Comparison of resident, non-resident, and senior member totals (2021–2024)
• Facilities committee report regarding a heater update
• Sub-committee reports on bylaws and the swim team

Planning Board

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding an amended site plan and variances for Ramsey Auto Group at 69 Spring Street, 57 Orchard Street, and 70 Orchard Street. The agenda also includes reviews of several site plan waivers and the continuation of business for Celtic Motors Sports, LLC.

• Public hearing for Ramsey Auto Group-Ramsey Jeep Chrysler Dodge Ram at 69 Spring St, 57 Orchard St, and 70 Orchard St
• Site plan waivers for Steve Weiss, Daniel Reiss, Decarlo Sisters, LLC, Everest Equities Group, DRSJB LLC, Returnhouse LLC, and USA FR8
• Continuation of Celtic Motors Sports, LLC application at 1045 Route 17 South

Board of Public Works

The Board will review reports regarding the Lead Service Line Replacement Project and PFAS treatment for Ramsey wells. The meeting includes updates on sewer inspections, fire hydrant repairs, and regulatory compliance.

• Lead Service Line Replacement Project - Phase 2
• PFAS treatment for Ramsey wells
• NJDEP Sanitary Sewer Inspection completion
• Ovalle Residence addition at 277 Canterbury Drive
• Resolution for payment of vouchers

Recreation Commission

This agenda consists only of procedural boilerplate items. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion or decision at this meeting.

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council are reviewing resolutions for infrastructure contracts and affordable housing fund transfers. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment regarding stormwater control and the resignation of a police dispatcher.

• $156,810 contract to Marini Brothers Construction for sidewalk improvements on Darlington Avenue and North Central Avenue
• $15,000 transfer from Affordable Housing Trust Fund to Ramsey Housing Inc. for 13 N. Central Avenue permits
• $8,250 contract to Moore Productions for Independence Day Celebration stage and sound services
• Ordinance 08-2024 amending stormwater control code
• Two-year solid waste service contract with BCUA at $92.24 per ton

Environmental Commission

The commission will review various member reports regarding local environmental initiatives. These include updates on food waste recycling, the farmers market, and community gardens. The July meeting has been cancelled.

• Food waste recycling update
• Farmers Market and Green Business updates
• Plastic Toys Collection (proposed for November 10)
• Sidewalks and crosswalks updates
• Cancellation of the July meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees will review capital project updates and May bill lists. The meeting includes discussions on staff training proposals and a new policy regarding the protection and safe treatment of minors.

• Children’s Room Renovation update
• HVAC Renovation update
• Staff Training Day Proposal
• New Policy on Protection and Safe Treatment of Minors
• Review of May bill lists

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: one amending parking prohibitions on certain streets and another establishing pet store prohibitions. They will also consider appointments to the Ramsey Rescue Squad, approve consent resolutions including third-quarter property tax bills, and review special permit requests for a church procession and two block parties.

• Ordinance 06-2024 amends parking prohibition section 7-7.4
• Ordinance 07-2024 establishes pet store prohibitions (Section 3-33)
• Appointments to Ramsey Rescue: Alyse LoRusso, Erik Parks, Olivia Parks
• Resolution 118-2024 authorizes third quarter estimated property tax bills
• Special permits: St. Paul R.C. Church Eucharistic procession June 2; block parties on Elbert Court (June 22) and Shuart Lane (July 5)

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Celtic Motors Sports, LLC's application for a site plan, variances, and soil movement at 1045 Route 17 South. The board will also consider resolutions for amended site plans and variances for Quality of Bergen LLC and 200 Williams Property Owner LLC, and a minor subdivision for Carol Dorsey. The agenda includes site plan waivers for Ramsey Vitality, LLC and standard procedural items.

• Public hearing: Celtic Motors Sports, LLC, Block 4603, Lot 41, 1045 Route 17 South – site plan/variances/soil movement
• Resolution: Quality of Bergen LLC, Block 3804, Lot 1, 1355 Route 17 South – amended site plan/variances
• Resolution: 200 Williams Property Owner LLC, Block 3901, Lot 13, 200 Williams Drive – amended site plan/variance
• Resolution: Carol Dorsey, Block 2101, Lot 1.01, 428 Darlington Avenue – minor subdivision
• Site plan waiver: Ramsey Vitality, LLC d/b/a 4Ever Young

Recreation Commission

The provided agenda consists of standard procedural items and staff reports. No specific projects, contracts, or decisions are listed in this document.

Board of Public Works

The Ramsey Board of Public Works is meeting to receive reports from the engineer, operations, management, and other officials. Key topics include the Lead Service Line Replacement Project Phase 2, PFAS treatment for Ramsey Wells, and water service line investigations. The board will also discuss regulatory compliance and may act on a resolution for payment of vouchers.

• Lead Service Line Replacement Project - Phase 2
• PFAS Treatment for Ramsey Wells
• Water service line investigations
• NJDEP Sanitary Sewer Inspection
• Resolution – Payment of Vouchers

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss tree removal applications, site inspections, and old and new business. The agenda includes two tree removal applications, updates on spring plantings, and a new business item. Public comment is limited to 5 minutes per person.

• Tree removal application: 25 Ronald Ct (Block 5401, Lot 9.02) – 9 trees
• Tree removal application: 12 Manchester (Block 3002, Lot 17) – 11 trees
• Landscape plan review: Ramsey Housing Inc – 13 N Central (Block 2308, Lot 1)
• Old business: Spring plantings – Ascape has planted all 44 trees
• New business: 279 Momar Dr

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on two variance requests: one for a home at 162 Summit Avenue seeking side yard, building coverage, and driveway setbacks, and another from Prevail Baseball, LLC for a baseball training facility in the industrial zone with parking variance. The board will also memorialize previously approved variances and take public comments.

• Public hearing: Joseph & Lauren O'Reilly, 162 Summit Avenue — variances for side yard (7.8' vs 10' required), building coverage (22.7% vs 20% max), driveway setback (1.25' vs 5' required)
• Public hearing: Prevail Baseball, LLC, 615 East Crescent Avenue — use variance for baseball training facility in I.P. Industrial Zone, amended site plan, parking variance
• Memorialize: Richard Brown, 50 Hart Street — approved variance for building coverage 20.6% (15% max)
• Memorialize: Alexander & Diane Marsiglio, 230 East Crescent Avenue — approved use variance for dwelling above garage
• Next meeting: June 19, 2024

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission is meeting to review registration numbers and payments for 2024 compared to prior years, and to receive reports from sub-committees including facilities and swim team. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comment, and updates on the pool heater.

• 2024 registration totals: 1,725 resident, 540 non-resident, 345 senior members with $480,000 in payments
• 2023 registration totals: 2,170 resident, 529 non-resident, 411 senior members with $591,000 in payments
• Facilities Committee report includes a heater update
• Swim Team Committee report includes meet schedule

Environmental Commission

The commission will meet to discuss updates on community environmental projects and review site plans. Members will provide reports on various local initiatives including food waste recycling and the community garden.

• Review of Celtic Motor Sports site plan
• Updates on food waste recycling
• Reports on native plants planting and turtle crossing signs
• Updates on the community garden
• Review of the April 21 Electric Vehicle car show

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving the treasurer's report and April bill lists, and hearing the director's report on highlights, capital projects, and physical plant updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items detailed.

• Approval of minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Bill lists for April
• Director's report: April highlights, capital project updates, physical plant updates
• Public portion for comments

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda covering reports, inspections, and financials. A key item is the 2024 Public Health Planning Update, which will be discussed under Public Health. The meeting includes public comment and is otherwise routine procedural business.

• 2024 Public Health Planning Update
• Inspection Report by Martha Sobanko
• Abatement Orders by Martha Sobanko
• Financial Report by Al Tartini
• Public Comment period

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a work session to consider several resolutions, including designating Lot 1 in Block 3603 as a non-condemnation redevelopment area, which would allow redevelopment without eminent domain. They will also vote on appointments to the Office of Emergency Management, a snow plow agreement with Bergen County, and disposal of obsolete police equipment. The agenda includes public comment and committee reports, but no public hearings on ordinances are scheduled.

• Resolution 107-2024: Designate Lot 1, Block 3603 as non-condemnation redevelopment area
• Resolution 104-2024: Authorize snow plow agreement with Bergen County for 2024-2025
• Resolution 105-2024: Confirm Greg Hewitt to Office of Emergency Management
• Resolution 106-2024: Confirm Joseph Manfredonia to Office of Emergency Management
• Resolution 103-2024: Authorize disposal of obsolete Motorola XTL2500 mobile radio

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several property applications, including amended site plans and variances for commercial properties and a minor subdivision for a residential lot. The board will also consider site plan waivers and resolutions for two additional amended site plan/variance applications.

• Public hearing: Quality of Bergen LLC, amended site plan/variance, Block 3804, Lot 1, 1355 Route 17 South (continuation)
• Public hearing: 200 Williams Property Owner LLC, amended site plan/variance, Block 3901, Lot 13, 200 Williams Drive
• Public hearing: Carol Dorsey, minor subdivision, Block 2101, Lot 1.01, 428 Darlington Avenue
• Resolution: Porven Realty, Inc. d/b/a Porcelanosa, amended site plan/variance, 600 Route 17 North, Block 5102, Lot 1
• Resolution: Ramsey Investments, LLC, amended site plan/variance, 70 Hilltop Road, Block 3702, Lot 4

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on a $1,015,000 bond ordinance to fund various public improvements. They will also consider a consent agenda that includes a $1.42 million paving contract, a $15,000 fireworks contract amendment, and several union health insurance addendums. A public hearing will be held on a grant application for resurfacing the pickleball courts at Finch Park.

• Bond ordinance 05-2024: $1,015,000 for public improvements
• Resolution 092-2024: $1,421,127.64 paving contract to D & L Paving
• Resolution 088-2024: $15,000 fireworks contract amendment
• Resolution 091-2024: Grant application for Finch Park pickleball court resurfacing
• Appointment of Anthony Escolano to Ramsey Fire Department

Design Review Board

The Ramsey Design Review Board is meeting to review applications for three restaurants: Luna Azul at 38 E. Main St., Mehfil Café at 1315 Rt. 17 S, and Dunkin at 233 N Franklin Tpke. The board will also take public comment and consider minutes from its Feb. 27, 2024 meeting. No site plans are listed on the agenda.

• Luna Azul – 38 E. Main St. (formerly Shanghai Chinese restaurant)
• Mehfil Café – 1315 Rt. 17 S (former Pub 17)
• Dunkin – 233 N Franklin Tpke
• Public comment period
• Minutes from Feb. 27, 2024 meeting

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss tree-related matters, including tree removal applications, site plan reviews, and landscape plan reviews for specific properties. They will also address violations, residential and commercial site inspections, and old business such as spring plantings.

• Tree removal application and site plan review
• Landscape plan review for Golden Hammer Investments at 92 W. Main St
• Landscape plan review for Ramsey Golf & Country Club at 105 Lakeside Dr
• Residential site inspections including Chris Fix Work Orders 3 and 4
• Old business: Spring plantings by Ascape and Ramsey Auto Group at 69 Spring St

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes reports from the Pool Manager, Chairman, Council Liaison, and sub-committees covering activities, bylaws, swim team, and facilities. The meeting will also address unfinished and new business before adjourning.

• Report of Pool Manager on registration and contracts
• Sub-Committee Reports: Activities, Bylaws, Swim Team, Facilities
• Unfinished Business and New Business items
• Next meeting scheduled for May 15, 2024 at the pool

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a public hearing on two amended site plan/variance applications: Porven Realty, Inc. d/b/a Porcelanosa at 600 Route 17 North and Ramsey Investments, LLC at 70 Hilltop Road. The board will also consider several site plan waivers and a soil movement application for Enis Totaj at 190 Norman Drive. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no ordinances or new business.

• Public hearing: Porven Realty, Inc. d/b/a Porcelanosa, 600 Route 17 North, Block 5102, Lot 1, amended site plan/variance
• Public hearing: Ramsey Investments, LLC, 70 Hilltop Road, Block 3702, Lot 4, amended site plan/variance
• Site plan waivers for Returnhouse, LLC, USA FR8, Unicore Trading Company Inc., Nika Dyakina LLC, The Skin Tune LLC, James Howard Inc., Trinity Greens LLC
• Soil movement application: Enis Totaj, Block 5301, Lot 24, 190 Norman Drive
• Area of Redevelopment: Block 3603, Lot 1, 1 Constatine Drive

Board of Public Works

The Ramsey Board of Public Works is meeting to review reports on water infrastructure projects, including the lead service line replacement and PFAS treatment for wells. The board will also consider an amendment to a resolution awarding a communication tower lease to McKay Bros. Public comment is scheduled.

• Lead Service Line Replacement Project - Phase 2
• PFAS Treatment for Ramsey Wells
• Spring Hydrant Flushing scheduled for April
• NJDEP Inspection in April
• Amendment to Resolution 083: communication tower lease to McKay Bros.

Recreation Commission

The provided agenda consists only of procedural boilerplate. No specific topics, projects, or decisions are listed for discussion or vote.

Board of Health

This is the agenda for the Ramsey Board of Health's regular meeting. The board will hear reports on public health planning, inspections, finances, and other routine matters, with no major decisions or public hearings listed. The agenda is largely procedural, consisting of standard reports and updates from board members and committees.

• 2024 Public Health Planning Update
• Inspection Report
• Abatement Orders
• Financial Report
• Public Comment

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on a $650,000 bond ordinance for Phase II of the water service line replacement project, and will introduce a $1,015,000 bond ordinance for various public improvements. The council will also consider several contracts, including $167,000 for EV charging stations, $54,845 for a pool heater, and $9,680 for fireworks, plus appointments and proclamations.

• Final adoption of bond ordinance 04-2024: $650,000 for Phase II water service line replacement
• Introduction of bond ordinance 05-2024: $1,015,000 for various public improvements
• Contract award: $167,000 to Bryan Electric for EV charging stations on North Central Avenue
• Contract award: $54,845 to NAF Aquatics for a new municipal pool heater
• Contract award: $9,680 to Garden State Fireworks for Independence Day celebration

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will meet to review commissioner reports and discuss various community sustainability efforts. The agenda includes updates on recycling programs, local signage, and planning board projects.

• Review of clean-up day 2025 changes, plastic toy collection, and food scraps recycling
• Updates on turtle crossing signs and library programs
• Reports on the Master Plan, bikepath, and passive recreation park project
• Updates on the community garden and Styrofoam
• Electric Vehicle car show scheduled for Sunday, April 21st

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, reviewing the treasurer's report and March bill lists, and hearing the director's report. The director's report covers capital project updates on HVAC and Children's Room renovations, plus operational items like new museum passes, eclipse glasses, and a new patron counter beta test. The board will also consider a donation from Gregory Sakal and address any public comments.

• Gregory Sakal letter/donation
• HVAC renovation update
• Children's Room renovation update
• New museum passes
• BCCLS catalog problems

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on a soil movement application, a redevelopment area designation, and an amended site plan with variances. The board will also consider site plan waivers for several businesses and carry over an old business item to May 7, 2024.

• Public hearing: Enis Totaj, Block 5301, Lot 24, 190 Norman Drive – Soil Movement Application
• Area of Redevelopment: Block 3603, Lot 1, 1 Constatine Drive
• Resolution: Ramsey Interstate Center LLC, Block 4203, Lot 1 & 2.01, 1255 Route 17 South – Amended Site Plan/Variance
• Site Plan Waivers: Bergen Backyard LLC, You’re Kneaded LLC, Preferred Industrial Properties, Kerry Arbadji, Auto Glass Evolution LLC
• Old Business: Quality of Bergen LLC, Block 3804, Lot 1, 1355 Route 17 South – Amended Site Plan/Variances (carried to May 7, 2024)

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2024 municipal budget, and introduce a $650,000 bond ordinance for Phase II of the water service line replacement project. The consent agenda includes contracts for FCC licensing, tree removal, and rejection of bids for EV charging stations and pool heater. The Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority will also meet to approve resolutions including contract amendments and a sewer connection application.

• Adoption of 2024 municipal budget
• Bond ordinance for $650,000 water service line replacement Phase II
• Contract award to APCO International for $9,530 for FCC licensing work
• Shared service agreement with Bergen County for tree removal
• Rejection of bids for EV charging stations and Ramsey Municipal Pool heater

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is meeting to review tree removal applications, including a reconsideration request for 1 Cherry Ln., and to address tree removal permit violations at two properties. The commission will also discuss site inspections and work orders from various entities.

• Tree removal application for 1 Cherry Ln. (West Bergen Mental Health) asked for reconsideration
• Tree removal application for 3 Sycamore Ct
• Tree removal permit violations at 281 Elizabeth Ave and 36 Bedford Pl
• Review of work orders from Chris Fix, DPW, Orange and Rockland, and County
• Public comment limited to 5 minutes per person

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance requests. One seeks to allow a building coverage of 20.6% at 50 Hart Street, exceeding the 15% maximum. The other is a continuation of a request to keep a dwelling unit above a garage at 230 East Crescent Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from its February 21 meeting.

• Variance for 20.6% building coverage at 50 Hart Street (Richard Brown)
• Use variance to keep garage dwelling at 230 East Crescent Avenue (Marsiglio)
• Approval of February 21, 2024 minutes
• No resolutions, new business, or old business

Board of Public Works

The Ramsey Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss ongoing water infrastructure projects, including the lead service line replacement and PFAS treatment for wells. The agenda includes reports from the engineer, operations, and management, as well as a bid result for an emergency repair contract. Public comment is scheduled.

• Lead Service Line Replacement Project - Phase 2
• PFAS Treatment for Ramsey Wells
• Spring Hydrant Flushing scheduled for April
• Bid results for one year contract for emergency repair work
• NJDEP Inspection in April

Recreation Commission

The provided agenda consists of standard procedural items and reports. No specific projects or decisions are listed.

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is meeting to discuss routine business, including a 2024 public health planning update, inspection reports, and financial matters. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• 2024 Public Health Planning Update
• Inspection Report
• Financial Report
• Public Water Supply report
• Site Plans review

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: one to exceed the municipal budget cap by 3.5% and another authorizing a $430,000 special emergency appropriation for a full property revaluation. They will also consider resolutions to sell $430,000 in special emergency notes and contract with Appraisal Systems Inc. for the revaluation, plus routine items like paying bills and approving a hoagie sale permit.

• Ordinance 02-2024: exceed municipal budget cap by 3.5% ($801,676) and establish cap bank
• Ordinance 03-2024: $430,000 special emergency appropriation for property revaluation
• Resolution 068-2024: contract with Appraisal Systems Inc. for $420,470 in year one, $65,000 annually years 2-6
• Resolution 067-2024: authorize sale of $430,000 special emergency notes
• Resolution 069-2024: $4,657.50 change order for Fire House/Rescue Squad project

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will meet to review commissioner reports and updates on local sustainability projects. The agenda includes discussions on waste recycling, community gardens, and upcoming local events.

• Turtle crossing signs
• Food waste recycling updates
• Sunday, April 7th Second Chance Toys collection
• Clean-Up Day
• Electric Vehicle car show

Library Board of Trustees

The Ramsey Free Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business and several operational items. Key actions include reviewing a price adjustment for the Children's Room renovation project, approving the second HVAC payment and a funds transfer, and considering proposals for book moving and storage services. The board will also discuss a proposed update to the Patron Code of Conduct.

• Children's Room Renovation Project error/price adjustment
• HVAC 2nd payment and funds transfer
• Book moving and storage company proposals review and approval
• Patron Code of Conduct update proposal
• Bill lists for February

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider several site plan waiver applications, including for properties on Route 17 South, and a continuation of an amended site plan/variance request for Paris Baguette. The board will also receive a presentation on the Ramsey Fire Rescue OEM Complex. No ordinances are scheduled for public hearing.

• Site Plan Waiver: R & A Taylor Property Holdings LLC
• Site Plan Waiver: Simba's Sanctuary, a New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation
• Site Plan Waiver: 3 Sons Logistics LLC
• Public Hearing: Ramsey Interstate Center LLC, Block 4203, Lot 1 & 2.01, 1255 Route 17 South (Site Plan Waiver)
• Continuation: Paris Baguette, Quality of Bergen LLC, Block 3804, Lot 1, 1355 Route 17 South (Amended Site Plan/Variances)

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will introduce two ordinances, including one authorizing a $430,000 special emergency appropriation for a complete property revaluation, and will hear the introduction of the 2024 municipal budget. The agenda also includes consent resolutions for routine items like voucher payments and extending outdoor dining season. The attached Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority agenda is largely procedural, covering officer elections, committee appointments, and routine contract approvals.

• Ordinance 03-2024: $430,000 special emergency appropriation for complete real property revaluation
• Ordinance 02-2024: exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Introduction of 2024 Municipal Budget
• Consent resolution 063-2024: extending outdoor dining season
• NBCUA resolution 14-2024: engage CP Engineers for incinerator blower upgrades, not to exceed $66,800

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review applications for Macy’s at the Interstate Shopping Center (former Bed & Bath) and Super Cuts at the Interstate Shopping Center (former G-Studio hair salon). The meeting also includes a review of the November 28, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Macy’s – Interstate Shopping Center (former Bed & Bath)
• Super Cuts - Interstate Shopping Center (former G-Studio hair salon)

Recreation Commission

This meeting consists of standard procedural items and reports. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

• No substantive items such as contracts or rezonings are listed.

Board of Public Works

The Ramsey Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss water infrastructure projects, including the lead service line replacement and PFAS well treatment alternatives. The agenda includes reports from the engineer, operations, and management, as well as public comment. No formal votes are listed except for a voucher payment resolution.

• Lead Service Line Replacement Project - Phase 2
• Lead Service Line Plumbing Investigation Program at 26 Mechanic Street
• PFAS Well Treatment Alternatives Evaluation
• USEPA preliminary PFAS advisory discussion
• Resolution – Payment of Vouchers

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Ramsey Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a use variance for a dwelling unit above a garage at 230 East Crescent Avenue, and will memorialize a resolution for an amended site plan at the Ramsey Golf & Country Club. The board will also approve minutes, discuss the 2024 annual report, and take public comments.

• Public hearing: V-ZBA-09-23-5, Alexander & Diane Marsiglio, 230 East Crescent Avenue, use variance to keep dwelling above garage
• Resolution memorialized: Ramsey Golf & Country Club, 105 Lakeside Drive, amended site plan/variance and soil movement
• Approval of minutes from December 20, 2023
• Discussion of 2024 Annual Report

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, swear in new members, and discuss various tree-related applications and violations. The agenda includes tree removal applications, site plan reviews, and updates on work orders and utility tree work.

• Swearing-in of Brian Dillon, Melissa Quast, and James Lewis
• Tree removal applications: 5 S. Franklin Tpk. (Ramsey Animal Clinic) and 1 Cherry Ln. (West Bergen Mental Health)
• Tree removal permit violations: 281 Elizabeth Ave (Timberline Tree Service) and 36 Bedford Pl (Perfect Cut)
• Landscape plan review for 26 Mechanic St
• New business: North Central Sidewalk Improvements – tree removal for 404–412

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council met to pass an ordinance amending water usage fees and approve several consent resolutions. Key actions included authorizing emergency repairs for a booster pump and approving a driveway variance for 189 South Central Avenue.

• Ordinance 01-2024: Amends water usage fees to a $38.28 quarterly minimum and $6.38 per 1,000 gallons over 6,000 gallons
• Resolution 054-2024: Authorizes $47,886.81 for emergency repairs to the Arrow Road Air Stripper Facility Booster pump
• Resolution 051-2024: Approves a 30-foot driveway variance for 189 South Central Avenue
• Resolution 055-2024: Awards contract to Boswell Engineering for Grove Street and East/West Oak Street projects
• Resolution 049-2024: Authorizes a tax redemption of $1,350.48 for 141 West Oak Street

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission is meeting to review commissioner reports and new business. Discussions include updates on food waste recycling, the community garden, and upcoming local events.

• Updates on food waste recycling from Ms. DiPilato and Councilman Popolo
• Planning for the April 7th Second Chance Toys collection
• Discussion of the 20th Clean Up day flyer and bag requirements
• Updates on walkability, bikeability, and an Electric Vehicle car show
• Review of the 2023 annual report and stormwater submission

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 lists, and to discuss several operational items. The board will consider payments for HVAC and Soyka Smith, a proposal for book moving and storage, a staff training days proposal, and the 2023 annual report. A public portion is included for resident comments.

• HVAC and Soyka Smith payments
• Book moving and storage company proposal
• Staff training days proposal
• 2023 annual report
• Consent resolution: Kathy Elwell – Library Page

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is holding a regular meeting with routine reports and updates. Key items include a 2024 public health planning update, inspection and abatement reports, and financial reports. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• 2024 Public Health Planning Update
• Inspection Report by Martha Sobanko
• Abatement Orders by Martha Sobanko
• Financial Report by Al Tartini
• Public Water Supply report by Mike Skorupa

Planning Board

The Ramsey Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with several site plan waiver requests and an amended site plan for 500 North Franklin Turnpike. The board will also hear a presentation on the Ramsey Fire Rescue OEM Complex. No ordinances or public hearings are scheduled.

• Site Plan Waivers: Olivia Realty LLC, Heights Jewelers LLC, Tax Overages Rescue Service LLC
• Amended Site Plan: 500 North Franklin LLC, Block 3702, Lot 1, 500 North Franklin Turnpike
• Presentation: Ramsey Fire Rescue OEM Complex

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, appointments, and a consent agenda. Key actions include purchasing a 2025 Western Star chassis for $156,914, awarding a $41,000 contract for Finch Park bathroom renovations, and confirming appointments to the Board of Health and Shade Tree Commission. The council will also introduce an ordinance amending water usage fees and consider a driveway permit application for Hamilton.

• Resolution 040-2024: purchase 2025 Western Star 47X chassis from Hudson County Motors for $156,914
• Resolution 043-2024: contract to BGD Contracting for Finch Park bathroom renovation, $41,000
• Resolution 044-2024: two replacement service trucks from Frank's Truck Center, $66,801.58 each
• Ordinance 01-2024: amending Chapter 19 water usage fees
• Special permits: Academy of St. Paul carnival (April 24-28), Knights of Columbus fundraiser (April 5-7), townwide garage sale (May 4)

Board of Public Works

The Ramsey Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss ongoing water infrastructure projects, including the Phase 2 Lead Service Line Replacement and PFAS well treatment alternatives. The board will also hear reports from the engineer, operations, management, and the borough administrator, who will present the 2024 budget. Public comment is scheduled.

• Phase 2 Lead Service Line Replacement project update
• PFAS Well Treatment Alternatives Evaluation
• Arrow Road Arsenic Media Replacement
• 2024 Budget Presentation
• Resolution – Payment of Vouchers

Recreation Commission

The agenda consists of standard procedural items including reports from the Recreation Director, Coordinator, and Commissioners. No specific projects or decisions are listed in this document.

Board of Public Works

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to view the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

Shade Tree Commission

The Ramsey Shade Tree Commission is holding its regular meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, swearing in two members, and reviewing communications from planning and zoning boards. The commission will also discuss a tree removal application, a violation at 36 Bedford Pl, and various residential and commercial site inspections.

• Tree removal application review
• Tree removal permit violation at 36 Bedford Pl – Perfect Cut
• Residential site inspections: Chris Fix Work Orders 10-2023 / 1-2024, DPW Tree Work 1-2024, Orange and Rockland Tree Removal 1-2024
• Swearing-in of Joe Melso and Ken Gubala
• Landscape plan review

Pool Commission

The Ramsey Pool Commission will reorganize with a new chair and vice-chair, discuss and approve membership rates (with attachments), and consider approval of bylaws. The commission will also review committee reports on events, swim team coaching, and facility drainage.

• Re-organization: election of chair and vice-chair
• Membership rates to be discussed and approved (see attachments)
• Bylaws committee report and approval
• Swim team coach Nicky returning for 2024
• Facilities committee report on drainage

Board of Health

The Ramsey Board of Health is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, minutes, and reports, as well as a 2024 Public Health Planning Update under Public Health. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• 2024 Public Health Planning Update
• Inspection Report
• Abatement Orders
• Financial Report
• Public Comments

Environmental Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and receive updates on several ongoing initiatives. Discussion topics include food waste recycling, the Farmers' Market, and community garden activities.

• Second Chance Toys collection on April 7th
• 20th Clean Up event flyer
• Updates on food waste recycling and Styrofoam
• Walkability and bikeability updates

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, auditor, and attorney. The board will also review December bills, the year-to-date budget, and the director's report, and conduct the director's annual review.

• Appointment of Library Director Matt Latham
• Appointment of Auditor Paul Garbarini of Garbarini and Co.
• Appointment of Attorney Botta Angeli, L.L.C. at $175 per hour as needed
• Approval of Trustee Bylaws and BCCLS Bylaws Agreement
• Consent resolution for part-time library assistant Elizabeth Letizia

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council is holding its sine die meeting, primarily acting on a consent agenda of routine resolutions. Key items include authorizing the renewal of $7.07 million in bond anticipation notes, purchasing a Ford F550 and service body for the Department of Public Works, and endorsing a $39,500 grant for West Bergen Mental Healthcare. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of minutes.

• Authorizing renewal of $7.07 million bond anticipation notes (dated Jan 5, 2024)
• Purchasing Ford F550 from United Ford, LLC for $64,459.65 (TIPS contract)
• Purchasing service body/equipment from Cliffside Body Corp. for $85,370 (NJ co-op)
• Endorsing $39,500 Bergen County CDBG for West Bergen Mental Healthcare AC replacement at 1 Cherry Lane
• Adopting official tort claim form per NJ Tort Claims Act

Mayor & Council

The Ramsey Mayor and Council are holding their annual reorganization meeting to swear in council members, adopt bylaws and meeting schedules, and approve numerous appointments to boards and commissions. They will also vote on resolutions setting tax interest rates, authorizing temporary budget appropriations, and approving professional service contracts.

• Oath of office for Councilwoman Judith Cusick and Councilman Michael Gutwetter
• Adoption of 2024 meeting schedule (second and fourth Wednesdays)
• Approval of volunteer fire, rescue squad, and ambulance corps officers
• Resolution authorizing professional service contracts exceeding $44,000 each
• Temporary appropriations: General $6,879,029.16, Water-Sewer $1,842,750, Pool $221,812.50