Rockaway public meetings in 2023

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for December 26, 2023. The next meeting will be the 2024 Reorganization Meeting on January 2, 2024, at 7 PM in the Municipal Council Chambers.

• December 26, 2023 regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: 2024 Reorganization Meeting on January 2, 2024 at 7 PM
• Location: Municipal Council Chambers, 65 Mt. Hope Road, Rockaway Township, NJ 07866

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on December 18, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comment, and two minor site plan applications with 'C' variances: one for Tesla, Inc. at the Fairfield Inn & Suites property, and one for Ross Dress for Less. Formal action may be taken on these items.

• PB#2509: Tesla, Inc. – Fairfield Inn & Suites, 14 Green Pond Road, Block 22103 Lot 8.02, Minor Site Plan w/'C' Variance
• PB#2510: Ross Dress for Less, 327 Mt. Hope Ave, Block 11001 Lot 7, Minor Site Plan w/'C' Variance
• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2023
• Open to the public session

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding its regular meeting with a public hearing on an ordinance to amend stormwater control regulations, establishing NJDEP-mandated rules for privately owned salt storage. The council will also vote on a resolution recognizing antisemitism and several consent agenda items, including contracts, tax lien redemptions, and budget adjustments.

• O-23-26: Ordinance amending Chapter 54 (Stormwater Control) to establish NJDEP-mandated regulation for privately owned salt storage
• R-23-217: Resolution recognizing the problem of antisemitism and calling for educational tools
• R-23-213: Award of contract to Nielsen of Morristown, Inc. for water truck purchase at $65,880.00
• R-23-202, R-23-205 through R-23-211: Redemption of tax title liens on properties including 18 Fernwood Road, 6 Mechanic Street, 1113 Bush Circle, 12 Midway Court, 190 West Lake Shore Drive, 64 Valley View Drive, 11 Ellen Drive, and 195 West Lake Shore Drive
• R-23-222: Amendment to developer's agreement for property at 1076 Green Pond Road (Block 40801, Lot 83)

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on several variance applications and a site plan request. The board will consider a preliminary and final site plan with variances for 475 Rockaway Road, and 'C' variance requests for properties on West Shore, Lake Shore Drive, and Mt. Hope Road. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• BOA #23-12: Preliminary & Final Site Plan, 'C' & 'D' Variance for 475 Rockaway Road (Block 10205 Lot 6)
• BOA #23-11: 'C' Variance for 50 West Shore (Block 40101 Lot 24)
• BOA #23-15: 'C' Variance for 99 Lake Shore Drive (Block 21806 Lot 23)
• BOA #23-14: 'C' Variance for 22 Mt. Hope Road (Block 11201 Lot 13)

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council's regular meeting scheduled for November 28 has been cancelled. All business will be taken up at the next regular meeting on December 12 at 7:00 PM. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and no other items.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Rescheduled to December 12 at 7:00 PM

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings regarding site plans and variances. The agenda also includes resolutions for escrow related to properties on Longview Drive and White Meadow Road.

• Public hearing for Diamond Communications LLC/Dish Wireless LLC on West Dewey Ave
• Public hearing for Arnstein at 50 West Shore
• Public hearing for O’Neill at 99 Lake Shore Drive
• Escrow resolution for Karlin at 14 Longview Drive
• Escrow resolution for Hestevold at 157 White Meadow Road

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board will meet to discuss a minor site plan for a Fairfield Inn & Suites at 14 Green Pond Road. The board will also consider a minor subdivision for properties at 104 & 106 Richard Mine Road.

• Public hearing for Tesle, Inc. – Fairfield Inn & Suites minor site plan at 14 Green Pond Road
• Minor subdivision for Goonan at 104 & 106 Richard Mine Road (Block 11407, Lot 9 & 10)
• Approval of October 16, 2023, meeting minutes

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances: one establishing a Title 39 parking and traffic enforcement plan for private property owned by R&K Commons LLC, and another amending salaries for township officials and employees. The council will also introduce an ordinance for NJDEP-mandated salt storage regulations and vote on a consent agenda with resolutions including a $9,235,130 bond anticipation note and various tax lien redemptions.

• O-23-24: Title 39 enforcement plan for R&K Commons LLC property (Block 22401, Lots 3.06 & 3.07)
• O-23-25: Salary ordinance for township officials and employees
• O-23-26: Introduction of stormwater salt storage regulations
• R-23-183: Bond anticipation notes up to $9,235,130
• R-23-186/187: Parks Lake Memorial Area improvements change order reducing contract to $270,900

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment is holding a special meeting to consider a variance and preliminary/final site plan application from Diamond Communication LLC/Dish Wireless LLC for a property on West Dewey Ave. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, correspondence, and public comment.

• Public hearing for BOA #23-05: Diamond Communication LLC/Dish Wireless LLC, West Dewey Ave, Block 11504 Lot 1, 'D' Variance & Preliminary/Final Site Plan

Township Council

The October 24th Township Council Regular Meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Monday, November 13th, 2023 at 7PM in the Council Chambers at the Township Administration Building, 65 Mt. Hope Road.

• October 24th regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for November 13th, 2023 at 7PM
• Meeting location: Council Chambers, Township Administration Building, 65 Mt. Hope Road

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is meeting to consider resolutions for two site plans: a minor site plan for Green Pond Bible at 1083 Green Pond Bible and a preliminary and final major site plan for Walmart at 220 Enterprise Drive. The board will also hold a public hearing on a minor subdivision application for properties at 104 and 106 Richard Mine Road. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• PB#2501: Minor Site Plan for Green Pond Bible, 1083 Green Pond Bible, Block 40901 Lot 3
• PB#2502: Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan for Walmart, 220 Enterprise Drive, Block 11001 Lot 12
• PB#2494: Public Hearing for Goonan minor subdivision, 104 & 106 Richard Mine Road, Block 11407 Lots 9 & 10

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding its regular meeting with public hearings on ordinances affecting land use, parking enforcement, and salaries. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that includes a $638,476 road paving contract and other routine items.

• Public hearing on O-23-23, amending land-use rules for amusement centers, fitness centers, and indoor recreation in several business districts
• Introduction of O-23-24, establishing a Title 39 parking and traffic enforcement plan for R&K Commons LLC property (Block 22401, Lots 3.06 & 3.07)
• Introduction of O-23-25, amending salaries for certain township officials and employees
• Consent agenda includes awarding $638,476.23 contract to Riverview Paving, Inc. for Queens Road Section II roadway improvements
• Consent agenda includes releasing a $158,160 performance guarantee for Fox View Realty and requiring a $19,770 maintenance guarantee for Fox Crest (Block 11301, Lot 10.01)

Township Council

The September 26th Township Council Regular Meeting has been cancelled. All business has been rescheduled for the October 10th Township Council Regular meeting at 7:00PM. This agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Rescheduled to October 10th at 7:00PM

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is meeting to review several site plans, including a minor site plan for Polyfil Inc. and Green Pond Bible, and a preliminary and final major site plan for Walmart. The board will also consider a consistency determination for an ordinance amending land use regulations for amusement centers, fitness centers, and indoor recreation in several business districts.

• PB# 2500: Polyfil Inc, 74 Green Pond Road, Block 40901 Lot 3, Minor Site Plan
• PB# 2501: Green Pond Bible, 1083 Green Pond Bible, Block 40901 Lot 3, Minor Site Plan
• PB# 2502: Walmart, 220 Enterprise Drive, Block 11001 Lot 12, Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan
• Ordinance O-23-23: Amends Chapter 54 'Land Use and Development' for amusement centers, fitness centers, and indoor recreation in B-1, B-2, R-B, I, PED, and O-2 districts

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances amending land use and building codes, and introductions for a zoning amendment. The consent agenda includes multiple resolutions for contracts, tax refunds, and budget adjustments, including a $951,530 water main replacement project and truck purchases.

• Public hearing on O-23-21 amending land use fees and O-23-22 amending building codes
• Introduction of O-23-23 to amend amusement/fitness center regulations in business districts
• Award $951,530 contract to Reivax Contracting Corp for Queens Road water main replacement
• Award $299,592 for four Dodge 3500 trucks and $84,908 for a Dodge 5500 to Nielsen of Morristown
• Shared services agreement with Dover for plumbing subcode official/mechanical inspector services

The council adopted three ordinances on land use fees, building code updates, and recreation regulations. It approved several contracts, notably a $951,530 water main replacement and vehicle purchases totaling $384,500. The consent agenda added budget revenue for opioid settlement and other items, and Andrea Sollazo was appointed to the Citizen Recreation Committee.

• Adopted Ordinance 23-21 amending land‑use fee provisions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-22 amending the state uniform construction code (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-23 amending regulations for amusement, fitness and indoor recreation (unanimous)
• Approved $951,530 contract to Reivax for Queens Road water main replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $299,592 contract to Nielsen for four Dodge 3500 pickup trucks (unanimous)
• Approved $84,908 contract to Nielsen for Dodge Ram cab/chassis (unanimous)
• Authorized insertion of revenue for the national opioid settlement in the 2023 budget (unanimous)
• Appointed Andrea Sollazo to the Citizen Recreation Committee (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a pool and permeable paver patio at 289 Perry Street subject to specific conditions. A payment for professional services was approved, and one variance application was carried forward.

• Approved payment for professional services escrow
• Deemed application for BOA #23-09 (289 Perry Street) complete
• Approved pool and patio variance for 289 Perry Street with conditions for updated coverage calculations, a key map, and additional plantings
• Carried forward BOA #23-04 (14 Longview Drive) to October 3, 2023

Township Council

This agenda is a notice of cancellation, not a regular meeting agenda. The Rockaway Township Council has cancelled its July 25, 2023 and August 22, 2023 regular meetings. The notice is posted on the bulletin board and website and is available from the Township Clerk.

• Cancellation of July 25, 2023 Township Council Regular Meeting
• Cancellation of August 22, 2023 Township Council Regular Meeting

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is meeting to review several minor site plan and subdivision applications. The board will consider resolutions for escrow accounts for two applications and hold a public hearing for a third, along with approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• Resolution for escrow: PB# 2499, Sephora, 343 Mt. Hope Ave, Block 11001 Lot 9, Minor Site Plan
• Resolution for escrow: PB# 2498, Sharo, 57 Miami Trail, Block 20801 Lot 20 & 21, Minor Subdivision
• Public hearing: PB# 2500, Polyfil Inc, 74 Green Pond Road, Block 40901 Lot 3, Minor Site Plan
• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2023 meeting

The Planning Board unanimously approved a proposal for Polyfil Inc. to construct a 25,480 square foot addition and renovate existing space at 74 Green Pond Rd. The approval includes several conditions regarding lighting, signage, and landscaping. The Board also approved resolutions for Sephora and Sharo.

• Approved Polyfil Inc. expansion at 74 Green Pond Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Sephora minor site plan at 343 Mt. Hope Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Sharo minor subdivision at 57 Miani Trail (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution for Payment for Professional Services from Escrow Accounts (unanimous)
• Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment conducted a public hearing regarding a 'C' variance application for the Marogi property at 20 Johnson Road. The applicant presented revised plans that eliminate a proposed pool and reduce the number of garages to one three-car garage to meet code. The meeting included testimony from professionals and comments from several local residents.

• Approved minutes from August 1, 2023

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will introduce two ordinances amending land use fees and the state uniform construction code, and hold public hearings on four ordinances including police salary schedules and traffic regulations. The consent agenda includes bids, permits, budget insertions, and a change order for the Senior Center renovation. An executive session is scheduled for personnel matters, and a resolution authorizes a business administrator employment agreement.

• Introduce O-23-21 amending land use fees (Chapter 54, Section 54-15)
• Introduce O-23-22 amending construction code (Chapter 12, Section 12-1)
• Public hearing on police salary ordinances O-23-17 and O-23-18
• Public hearing on traffic amendments O-23-19 and O-23-20 (Pondview property)
• Consent agenda includes Senior Center renovation change order decreasing contract to $69,693.00

The Township Council appointed a new Business Administrator and established salaries for police personnel. The council also approved several ordinances regarding land use, building codes, and traffic regulations.

• Appointed Paula Cozzarelli as Business Administrator (6-0-2)
• Approved salaries for Police Department rank and file personnel (8-0)
• Approved salaries for Police Department superior officers (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-19 amending traffic, parking, and speed limit regulations (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-20 establishing a traffic enforcement plan for private property owned by Pondview, Inc (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 23-21 amending land use fees and deposits (7-0-1)
• Introduced Ordinance 23-22 amending building and housing codes (8-0)
• Appointed Samuel Sicoli to Fire Department Company 4 (8-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a new single-family home at 15 Old Lane and a variance for 241 Old Beach Glen. An application for a wireless monopole on West Dewey Avenue was carried forward to a future meeting.

• Approved 'C' Variance for 241 Old Beach Glen (BOA #23-08)
• Approved 'C' Variance for 15 Old Lane to demolish existing home and construct a new 2,155 sq ft dwelling (BOA #23-07)
• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Carried forward wireless monopole application for West Dewey Ave to 9/19/2023 (BOA #23-05)

Township Council

This agenda is a notice that the Township Council's regular meetings scheduled for July 25, 2023, and August 22, 2023, have been cancelled. No business items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Cancellation of July 25, 2023 Township Council Regular Meeting
• Cancellation of August 22, 2023 Township Council Regular Meeting

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a resident to install an 8-foot fence to contain a dog, contingent on a new property survey. The board also approved professional service payments and a project extension.

• Approved continuation of Mr. Scherwa as acting secretary (Unanimous)
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved escrow payment for professional services
• Approved extension for BOA # 22-08 Lakatos at 13 Hillside Road
• Approved 8-foot fence variance for Kathleen A. Cirillo at 241 Old Beach Glen Road on condition of a new survey (Unanimous)
• Carried forward BOA #23-05 Diamond Communications LLC/Dish Wireless to 8/1/2023

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is meeting to review several applications, including preliminary and final site plans for Cibao Meat, a minor subdivision for Marvel, a minor site plan for Sephora, and a minor subdivision for Sharo. The board will also approve minutes, consider resolutions, and appoint a new member to a subcommittee.

• PB# 2491: Cibao Meat, 92 Green Pond Road, Block 22103 Lots 16, 29 & 30, Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan
• PB# 2493: Marvel, 913 Green Pond Road, Block 40701 Lot 67, Minor Subdivision with 'C's' Variance
• PB# 2499: Sephora, 343 Mt. Hope Ave, Block 11001 Lot 9, Minor Site Plan
• PB# 2498: Sharo, 57 Miami Trail, Block 20801 Lots 20 & 21, Minor Subdivision
• Appointment of new member to Tenancy & Minor Site Plan Subcommittee due to resignation of Mr. Romaine

The Planning Board approved a minor site plan for a Sephora retail store and a minor subdivision for a residential lot line adjustment. The board also approved several resolutions and the appointment of a recording secretary.

• Approved minor site plan for Sephora at 343 Mt. Hope Ave
• Approved minor subdivision for lot line adjustment at 57 Miami Trail
• Approved resolution for Cibao Meat (PB # 2491) at 92 Green Pond Road
• Approved resolution for Marvel (PB # 2493) at 913 Green Pond Road
• Approved appointment of Jamie Browne as Recording Secretary
• Approved payment for professional services from escrow accounts
• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will introduce ordinances setting police salaries and amending traffic regulations, including parking and speed limits, and a partial Title 39 enforcement plan for Pondview properties. They will also hold a public hearing on a salary ordinance for officials and employees. The consent agenda includes contracts, grants, tax lien redemptions, and a liquor license transfer.

• O-23-17 and O-23-18: establish salaries for police rank-and-file and superior officers
• O-23-19: amends traffic sections including parking prohibition, one-way streets, stop/yield intersections, turn prohibitions, speed limits, and do not enter
• O-23-20: adds Section 65 for partial Title 39 enforcement on Pondview, Inc. properties (Block 11501 Lots 41, 45, 47; Block 11502 Lot 2)
• R-23-126: contract to Nielsen of Morristown, Inc. for a 2023 RAM 3500 at $97,698.00
• R-23-131: contract to Nielsen of Morristown, Inc. for a 2023 RAM 5500 cab and chassis at $81,765.00

The Council introduced ordinances to establish salaries for police rank-and-file and superior officers. They finalized an ordinance amending salaries for certain officials and employees. Multiple resolutions were approved via consent agenda, including vehicle purchases and grant acceptances.

• Introduced Ordinance 23-17 establishing police rank and file salaries (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 23-18 establishing police superior officer salaries (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 23-19 amending traffic and parking regulations (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 23-20 regarding traffic enforcement on Pondview, Inc. property (8-0)
• Finally adopted Ordinance 23-16 amending salaries for certain officials and employees (8-0)
• Approved $97,698 contract for a 2023 RAM 3500 from Nielsen of Morristown, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved $81,765 contract for a 2023 RAM 5500 from Nielsen of Morristown, Inc. (8-0)
• Cancelled second Township Council meetings in July and August (8-0)

Township Council

The June 27, 2023 Township Council Regular Meeting is cancelled due to a lack of a quorum. All business will be deferred to the July 11, 2023 meeting at 7PM in the Municipal Council Chambers, 65 Mt. Hope Road. This notice is posted for informational purposes only.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Business deferred to July 11, 2023 meeting
• Meeting location: Municipal Council Chambers, 65 Mt. Hope Road

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on three variance applications. The board will also consider a resolution for an escrow related to one application. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• BOA #23-02: Jacob, 17 Shadyside Lane, Block 40308 Lot 9, 'C' Variance (resolution/escrow)
• BOA #22-22: Marogi, 20 Johnson Road, Block 40301 Lot 2, 'C' Variance (public hearing)
• BOA #23-04: Karlin, 14 Longview Drive, Block 40701 Lot 109, 'C' Variance (public hearing)

The Board approved a 'C' variance for a property at 17 Shadyside Lane and authorized payment for professional services. Two other variance applications were carried forward to future meetings.

• Approved payment for professional services (5-0)
• Approved 'C' Variance for BOA # 23-02 at 17 Shadyside Lane (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Carried forward BOA #22-22 (20 Johnson Road) to 8/15/2023
• Carried forward BOA #23-04 (14 Longview Drive) to 9/5/2023

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding its regular meeting on June 13, 2023, with several significant items on the agenda. They will introduce an ordinance amending salaries for certain officials and employees, and vote on resolutions including the annual audit certification, a corrective action plan, and a police union contract. The consent agenda includes multiple contracts, tax refunds, and grant applications.

• O-23-16: Ordinance amending salaries of certain officials and employees
• R-23-113/114: Certification of annual audit and corrective action plan
• R-23-115: $167,815 contract to Robert H. Hoover and Sons for a garbage packer
• R-23-117: $106,469 contract to Robert H. Hoover and Sons for a plow truck
• R-23-122: Memorandum of agreement with Rockaway Township FOP Lodge #31 (Superiors)

The Township Council approved a Memorandum of Agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #31 and awarded two equipment contracts to Robert H. Hoover and Sons, Inc. Council also introduced an ordinance to amend salaries for certain officials and employees.

• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with FOP Lodge #31 (unanimous)
• Awarded $167,815 contract to Robert H. Hoover and Sons, Inc. for a garbage packer (unanimous)
• Awarded $106,469 contract to Robert H. Hoover and Sons, Inc. for a plow truck (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance O-23-16 to amend official and employee salaries (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 audit corrective action plan (6-2)
• Certified the annual audit via Resolution R-23-113 (unanimous)
• Appointed Robyn Barb and Liam Durning to the Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved release of $66,300 performance guarantee for 54 Valley Road (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on June 12, 2023, with formal action possible. The agenda includes public hearings on three applications: a minor site plan for Xtreme Energy, a major site plan for Cibao Meat, and a minor subdivision for Marvel. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the May 15, 2023 meeting.

• PB# 2489 Xtreme Energy, 301 Mt. Hope Avenue, Block 11001 Lot 1, Minor Site Plan (escrow resolution)
• PB# 2491 Cibao Meat, 92 Green Pond Road, Block 22103 Lots 16, 29 & 30, Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan
• PB# 2493 Marvel, 913 Green Pond Road, Block 40701 Lot 67, Minor Subdivision with 'C's' Variance

The Board approved a minor subdivision for a lot line adjustment at 913 Green Pond Road and granted site plan approval for building additions and signage at 92 Green Pond Road. The Board also approved professional service payments from escrow accounts.

• Approved professional services payment from escrow accounts (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Xtreme Energy at 301 Mt. Hope Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minor subdivision for lot line adjustment at 913 Green Pond Road
• Approved preliminary and final site plan for Cibao Meat at 92 Green Pond Road with conditions
• Decided that flags at 92 Green Pond Road are 'architectural designs' and not signs (unanimous)
• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Township Council

The May 23, 2023 regular Township Council meeting has been cancelled. All business originally scheduled for that meeting will be moved to the June 13, 2023 regular meeting at 7 PM.

• May 23 regular meeting cancelled
• Business moved to June 13 meeting at 7 PM

Township Council

This is a special meeting agenda with mostly procedural items. The only substantive action is a resolution to enter a closed executive session to discuss contract negotiations, as permitted under the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act. No other business is listed.

• Resolution R-23-104 authorizing a closed executive session for contract negotiations

The Township Council approved a memorandum of agreement with the Rockaway Township Police Benevolent Association (PBA) Local 287, Rank and File. This action followed a 15-minute executive session to discuss contract negotiations.

• Approved Resolution R-23-104 to enter executive session for contract negotiations
• Approved Resolution R-23-105 authorizing the memorandum of agreement with Rockaway Township Police Benevolent Association (PBA) Local 287, Rank and File (6-0-1)

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 20 Johnson Road (BOA #22-22) and consider a resolution for a variance at 26 Lake Shore Drive (BOA #23-03). The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing on 'C' variance for 20 Johnson Road (Block 40301 Lot 2)
• Resolution on 'C' variance for 26 Lake Shore Drive (Block 21603 Lot 13)
• Approval of minutes from April 18 and May 2, 2023

The Board of Adjustment conducted a public hearing regarding a 'C' variance application for the property at 20 Johnson Road. The proceedings focused on whether the property is classified as a corner lot or an interior lot based on the definition of a street in the municipal code. No final decision was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved minutes from April 18, 2023
• Approved minutes from May 2, 2023

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on May 15, 2023, at 7:30 PM. The board will approve minutes, hear public comment, and consider resolutions for escrow and site plans. A public hearing is scheduled for PB# 2489, a minor site plan for XTREME ENERGY at 301 Mt. Hope Avenue. Other applications include My Salon Suite, Holistic Re-Leaf LLC, and Little Learners.

• PB# 2487: My Salon Suite, 301 Mt. Hope Avenue, Block 11001 Lot 1, minor site plan
• PB# 2488: Holistic Re-Leaf LLC, 321 Mt. Hope Avenue, Block 11001 Lot 6.01, final site plan
• PB# 2490: Little Learners, 41 Green Pond Road, Block 22401 Lot 1.02, minor site plan with conditions
• PB# 2489: XTREME ENERGY, 301 Mt. Hope Avenue, Block 11001 Lot 1, minor site plan public hearing

The Planning Board approved a minor site plan for Xtreme Energy, a 25,000 square foot indoor active play facility. The board also approved resolutions for three other site plans and professional service payments.

• Approved minor site plan for Xtreme Energy at 301 Mt. Hope Avenue with conditions (7-0)
• Approved resolution for My Salon Suite minor site plan at 301 Mt. Hope Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Holistic Re-Leaf LLC final site plan at 321 Mt. Hope Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Little Learners minor site plan at 41 Green Pond Road (unanimous)
• Approved payment for professional services from escrow accounts (unanimous)
• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances related to parking regulations, including one for the Fox Crest development on Fisher Court. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a contract award and a liquor license transfer.

• O-23-14: Amends parking prohibition hours on certain streets
• O-23-15: Establishes Title 39 enforcement plan for Fox View Realty LLC property (Block 11301 Lot 10.01, Fox Crest on Fisher Court)
• R-23-99: Contract to Core & Main LP for valve maintenance trailer system, $114,485.35
• R-23-100: Authorizes estimated property tax billing for 3rd quarter 2023
• R-23-101: Approves place-to-place liquor license transfer for White Meadow Lake and Country Club

The Township Council adopted two ordinances regarding parking regulations and approved a consent agenda including a contract for a valve maintenance trailer. The council also authorized estimated property tax billing for the 3rd quarter of 2023.

• Approved Ordinance 23-14 amending parking prohibitions on certain streets (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-15 establishing a traffic enforcement plan for Fox View Development/Fox Crest (9-0)
• Awarded $114,485.35 contract to Core & Main LP, Inc. for a valve maintenance trailer system (9-0)
• Authorized estimated property tax billing for 3rd quarter of 2023 (9-0)
• Approved place-to-place liquor license transfer for White Meadow Lake and Country Club (9-0)
• Approved redemption of tax title lien C#22-014 (9-0)
• Adopted April 25 regular meeting minutes (9-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment is meeting to conduct routine business and hold public hearings on two variance applications. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes, correspondence, and public comment, but the main substantive items are the two variance requests.

• Public hearing for BOA #23-03: Reiser, 26 Lake Shore Drive, Block 21603 Lot 13, 'C' Variance
• Public hearing for BOA #23-02: Jacob, 17 Shadyside Lane, Block 40308 Lot 9, 'C' Variance

The Board of Adjustment approved two "C" variance requests for residential property improvements. One application concerned a new entryway and porch, while the other involved demolishing a home to build a new residence and garage.

• Approved variance for new entryway, closet, and covered porch at 26 Lake Shore Drive
• Approved variance for new single-family dwelling and detached garage at 17 Shadyside Lane
• Approved impervious coverage variance at 17 Shadyside Lane (proposed 46.4% vs 25% limit)
• Approved accessory structure side yard setback variance at 17 Shadyside Lane (proposed 2 feet vs 3 feet limit)

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will introduce two ordinances: one amending parking prohibitions on certain streets, and another establishing a Title 39 enforcement plan for parking and traffic on private property at Fox Crest on Fisher Court. The council will also hold a public hearing for final adoption of an ordinance amending land use regulations for accessory structures. The consent agenda includes resolutions for fireworks displays, tax lien redemptions, a contract award, and a sanitary sewer maintenance fee. New business includes appointments of a firefighter and junior firefighter.

• O-23-14: Amends parking prohibition hours on certain streets
• O-23-15: Title 39 enforcement plan for Fox Crest (Block 11301 Lot 10.01)
• O-23-13: Public hearing on accessory structures land use amendment
• R-23-91: Contract award to Fairview Insurance Agency for May 1, 2023–April 30, 2024
• R-23-92: Establishes sanitary sewer maintenance fee for single-family homes

The Council adopted Ordinance 23-13 to amend land use regulations for accessory structures and uses. They also introduced two ordinances regarding parking and traffic flow, and approved a consent agenda including fireworks permits and sewer fees.

• Adopted Ordinance 23-13 amending accessory structures and uses regulations (6-2)
• Introduced Ordinance 23-14 regarding parking prohibitions on certain streets
• Introduced Ordinance 23-15 establishing a traffic enforcement plan for Fox View Development
• Approved Consent Agenda including fireworks displays for White Meadow Lake POA and Christ Church
• Approved R-23-92 establishing sanitary sewer maintenance fee for single family residential dwellings
• Approved contract award to Fairview Insurance Agency Associates, Inc. (R-23-91)
• Appointed Christopher Shay and Alexander Bord to the Fire Department
• Authorized Mayor to execute agreement with Morris Council VI (R-23-97)

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment is meeting to conduct routine business, including approving minutes and holding a public hearing on a variance application (BOA #22-22) for property at 20 Johnson Road. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the variance hearing being the only substantive item.

• Public hearing on BOA #22-22, a 'C' variance for 20 Johnson Road (Block 40301 Lot 2)
• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2023
• Open to the public session
• Committee reports and other business

The Board approved the meeting minutes from March 7, 2023. The remainder of the meeting consisted of a public hearing regarding a variance application for 20 Johnson Road, which remained under discussion.

• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and take action on several land-use applications. The board will consider a minor subdivision, a minor site plan with variances, and two site plans for businesses, plus a referral on an ordinance amending accessory structure regulations.

• PB# 2484: Goldthwaite/Van Lenten minor subdivision at 16, 483 & 487 Split Rock Road (Block 31001, Lots 6, 10 & 11)
• PB# 2486: Sterigenics minor site plan with variances at 108 Lake Denmark Drive (Block 30102, Lot 3)
• PB# 2487: My Salon Suite minor site plan at 301 Mt. Hope Avenue (Block 11001, Lot 1)
• PB# 2488: Holistic Re-Leaf LLC final site plan at 321 Mt. Hope Avenue (Block 11001, Lot 6.01)
• PB# 2490: Little Learners minor site plan with conditions at 41 Green Pond Road (Block 22401, Lot 1.02)

The Planning Board approved site plans for a cannabis retail shop and a childcare facility. It also approved a minor site plan for a salon suite and a consistency determination for land use regulations. Several resolutions for previous projects and professional services were also passed.

• Approved minor site plan for My Salon Suite at 301 Mt. Hope Avenue
• Approved final site plan for Holistic Re-Leaf LLC cannabis shop at 321 Mt. Hope Avenue
• Approved minor site plan and 'c' variances for Little Learners childcare at 41 Green Pond Road
• Approved consistency determination for Ordinance O 23-13 regarding accessory structures
• Approved resolution for Goldthwaite/Van Lenten minor subdivision (PB # 2484)
• Approved resolution for Sterigenics minor site plan (PB # 2486)
• Approved payment for professional services from escrow accounts
• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2023 municipal budget, including a resolution to adopt it, and will consider a bond ordinance for $1.73 million in water system improvements. The agenda also includes final adoption of a cap bank ordinance, a $84,000 contract for senior center renovations, and several other resolutions.

• Bond ordinance O-23-12: $1,730,000 appropriation, $1,677,000 in bonds for water supply and distribution system
• 2023 municipal budget adoption (R-23-61A) and budget hearing
• Contract award to AB Contracting LLC for $84,000 senior center basement renovations
• Ordinance O-23-09 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Resolution rejecting all bids for Queens Road Phase I water main lining project

The Township Council approved the 2023 municipal budget and a bond ordinance for water system improvements. They also awarded a contract for senior center renovations and appointed two fire department members.

• Adopted 2023 Municipal Budget (8-0)
• Approved $1.73M bond ordinance for water supply and distribution system improvements (8-0)
• Approved $84,000 contract to AB Contracting LLC for senior center basement renovations (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-09 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank (8-0)
• Rejected all bids for Queens Road Phase I water main lining project (8-0)
• Authorized tax sale and contract with RealAuction.com, LLC for 2023 municipal tax lien sale (8-0)
• Supported establishment of a Veterans’ Affairs (VA) Center in Northwest New Jersey (8-0)
• Appointed Keith Power and Dominic Spadafora to the Fire Department (8-0)

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will introduce an ordinance amending land-use regulations for accessory structures, hold public hearings on two salary ordinances, and consider several resolutions including fireworks permits, an EMS contract award, and a performance guarantee release. The meeting also includes presentations, public comment, and an executive session for personnel and contract negotiations.

• Introduction of O-23-13 amending Chapter 54 (Land Use and Development) for accessory structures
• Public hearing on O-23-10 and O-23-11 fixing salaries for contractual and noncontractual employees
• Resolution R-23-73 awarding a competitively solicited contract for emergency medical services
• Resolution R-23-75 releasing $1,354,010.00 performance guarantee for Greenbriar at Fox Ridge and requiring $4,513,367.00 maintenance guarantee
• Soil disturbance permits for 115 Lake End Road and 62 Upper Hibernia Road

The Township Council approved ordinances fixing salaries for contractual and non-contractual employees, including an amendment to the Chief of Police salary range. Council introduced a new ordinance regarding accessory structures and uses and approved several resolutions via a consent agenda. A policy on the payout of excess vacation was also adopted.

• Adopted Ordinance 23-10 fixing salaries of contractual employees (8-0)
• Adopted amended Ordinance 23-11 fixing salaries of non-contractual employees (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 23-13 amending land use regulations for accessory structures (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-75 releasing a $1,354,010.00 performance guarantee for Greenbriar at Fox Ridge (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-73 awarding a contract for emergency medical services (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-76 and 23-77 for soil disturbance permits at 115 Lake End Road and 62 Upper Hibernia Road (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-78 for redemption of tax title lien C#18-051 (8-0)
• Adopted policy on payout of excess vacation (4-3-1)

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is meeting to consider several land use applications, including minor site plans and a minor subdivision. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and take formal action on the listed items.

• PB #2485: Gasflo, 40 Green Pond Road, Block 22103 Lot 11, Minor Site Plan
• PB #2483: Ionbond, 200 Roundhill Drive, Block 22201 Lot 2, Minor Site Plan
• PB #2484: Goldthwaite/Van Lenten, 16, 483 & 487 Split Rock Road, Block 31001 Lot 6, 10 & 11, Minor Subdivision
• PB #2486: Sterigenics, 108 Lake Denmark Drive, Block 30102 Lot 3, Minor Site Plan w/Variances

The Planning Board approved a minor subdivision for a lot line adjustment at Split Rock Road and a minor site plan for a new fire suppression tank and pumphouse at 108 Lake Denmark Road. The board also approved two resolutions for minor site plans and professional service payments.

• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution for Payment for Professional Services from Escrow Accounts (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for PB # 2485 Gasflo Minor Site Plan (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for PB # 2483 Ionbond Minor Site Plan (unanimous)
• Approved PB # 2484 Goldthwaithe/Van Lenten minor subdivision for lot line adjustment
• Approved PB # 2486 Sterigenics minor site plan and variances for 95,000 gallon suppression tank and pumphouse
• Sworn in William Simkins as 2nd Alternate to the Planning Board

Township Council

The Council introduced the 2023 municipal budget and a bond ordinance for water supply improvements. They also approved a consent agenda including tax refunds, lien redemptions, and a federal emergency management subgrant. Several ordinances regarding official salaries were introduced.

• Introduced Ordinance 0-23-09 to exceed municipal budget appropriations limits (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-23-61 to introduce the 2023 Municipal Budget (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-23-62 for budget self-examination (9-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-23-10 fixing salaries for contractual employees (9-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-23-11 fixing salaries for non-contractual employees (9-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-23-12 appropriating $1,730,000 for water supply and distribution (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda including tax refunds, lien redemptions, and federal subgrant (9-0)
• Approved February 28 regular meeting minutes (7-0-2)

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment is meeting to handle routine business, including approving past minutes and hearing public comment. The main item is a resolution on escrow for a 'C' variance application at 129 Lake Shore Drive. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no other substantive decisions listed.

• BOA #22-25: Gray, 129 Lake Shore Drive, Block 21806 Lot 13, 'C' Variance

The Board of Adjustment approved a 'C' Variance for a property at 129 Lake Shore Drive. The board also approved payments for professional services and the minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved minutes for January 24, 2023 and February 7, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved escrow payment for professional services
• Approved 'C' Variance for BOA #22-25 Gray at 129 Lake Shore Drive (Block 21806 Lot 13)

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding a public hearing to discuss the proposed 2023 budget. The township auditor will present the budget, followed by a council discussion. This is a public meeting where residents can comment before the budget is finalized.

• Public hearing on the proposed 2023 budget
• Presentation by Township Auditor Ray Sarinelli, Jr. from Nisivoccia
• Open public comment period

The Council reviewed and adopted multiple sections of the 2023 budget, including mandated expenditures and departmental allocations. Key changes included eliminating certain administrative salaries and reinstating specific police and recreation positions.

• Adopted mandated budget sections 4, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, and 22 (Unanimous)
• Eliminated all salary adjustments and overtime in Section 1 Administration (8-1)
• Eliminated a vacant clerk position in Section 1 Administration (8-1)
• Adopted Section 2 Land-Use Administration as presented (Unanimous)
• Adopted Section 3 Code Enforcement as presented (Unanimous)
• Reinstated two sergeants to the police department in Section 5 (8-0-1)
• Reinstated Community Service Director in Section 9 with salary up to $140,000 (6-3)
• Denied motion to reduce Special Events budget to $10,000 (4-5)

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on four ordinances, including one to regulate cooperative sober living arrangements and Oxford House model recovery, one to revise small cell installation rules, one to fund Richard Street improvements with a $224,785 state grant, and one to fund a new field operations utility facility building. The council will also vote on a consent agenda with resolutions including a cannabis retailer support resolution and a contract for Parks Lake Memorial Area improvements.

• O-23-05: Ordinance to establish definitions and conditional use regulations for cooperative sober living arrangements and Oxford House model recovery
• O-23-06: Ordinance to revise Chapter 31 'Small Cell Installations'
• O-23-07: Ordinance appropriating $224,785 for Richard Street improvements from NJ DOT grant
• O-23-08: Ordinance appropriating $614,819.17 for new field operations utility facility building
• R-23-59: Resolution in support of Class 5 cannabis retailer by Skunk Father LLC

The Council adopted several ordinances for infrastructure improvements and updated land development regulations. They also approved a series of tax refunds for disabled veterans and appointed two members to the Zoning Board of Adjustment.

• Adopted Ordinance O-23-05 regarding cooperative sober living and Oxford House recovery (5-2)
• Adopted Ordinance O-23-06 to revise small cell installations (7-0)
• Approved $224,785 for Richard Street improvements via NJ DOT grant (7-0)
• Approved $614,819.17 for a new field operations utility facility building (7-0)
• Awarded $271,950 contract to Balitano Contracting Co for Parks Lake Memorial area improvements (7-0)
• Approved tax cancellations and refunds for three properties with 100% disabled veteran exemptions (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting a Class 5 cannabis retailer by The Skunk Father LLC (7-0)
• Appointed Carol Lucas and Jim Sens to the Zoning Board of Adjustment

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will consider introducing three ordinances, including one to fund Richard Street improvements with a $224,785 state grant and another to build a new field operations utility facility for $614,819.17. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including change orders for the Kings Road roadway project and appointments to the zoning board and environmental committee. The meeting includes a public comment period and a closed session for legal matters.

• O-23-06: Revise Chapter 31 'Small Cell Installations'
• O-23-07: Richard Street improvements, $224,785 from NJ DOT grant
• O-23-08: New field operations utility facility, $614,819.17
• R-23-46: Release performance guarantee for Kings Road Section II, $289,252.20, require maintenance guarantee $264,176.71
• Appointments: Manuel Deus (Zoning Board), Jim Sens (Alternate), Neil Weiss (Environmental Committee)

The Township Council introduced three ordinances regarding small cell installations, Richard Street improvements, and a new field operations facility. The council also approved a consent agenda and one environmental committee appointment, while rejecting two zoning board appointments.

• Introduced Ordinance 0-23-06 to revise small cell installations code (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-23-07 for Richard Street improvements appropriating $224,785 (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 0-23-08 for new field operations utility facility appropriating $614,819.17 (8-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including tax lien redemption and Kings Road project change orders (8-0)
• Denied appointments of Manuel Deus and Jim Sens to Zoning Board of Adjustment (4-4)
• Approved appointment of Neill Weiss to Environmental Committee (8-0)
• Approved Resolution R-23-50 to enter executive session for litigation and attorney/client privilege (8-0)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved two minor site plan applications for industrial improvements. The Board also reviewed proposed land use regulations for cooperative sober living residences and provided recommendations to the Mayor and Council.

• Approved minor site plan for Gasflo at 40 Green Pond Road for facade improvements and parking restriping
• Approved minor site plan for Ionbond at 200 Roundhill Drive to install two new chiller units
• Approved minutes from January 9, 2023 re-org meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 9, 2023 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution for Payment for Professional Services from Escrow Accounts (unanimous)
• Determined Ordinance 23-05 regarding Cooperative Sober Living Residences is not inconsistent with comprehensive land use documents

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider several variance applications and a time extension. The agenda includes public hearings on three 'C' variances for properties on Lake End Road, Berkshire Ave, and Lake Shore Drive, as well as an extension request for a prior application. Formal action may be taken on these items.

• BOA #22-23: Gentile, 115 Lake End Road, Block 40501 Lot 15, 'C' Variance
• BOA #22-24: Morina, 102 Berkshire Ave, Block 10904 Lot 2.02, 'C' Variance
• BOA #19-03 EXTENSION: Mattoni, 44 Lake End Road, Block 40401 Lot 67
• BOA #22-25: Gray, 129 Lake Shore Drive, Block 21806 Lot 13, 'C' Variance (public hearing)

The Board of Adjustment approved three resolutions for variances and extensions. Additionally, the board approved a variance for a second-story addition at 129 Lake Shore Drive subject to specific conditions.

• Approved 'C' Variance for Gentile at 115 Lake End Road (6-1 abstention)
• Approved 'C' Variance for Morina at 102 Berkshire Avenue (6-1 abstention)
• Approved extension for Mattoni at 44 Lake End Road (5-1 abstention)
• Approved 'C' Variance for Feldman/Gray at 129 Lake Shore Drive for a second story addition (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two variance applications. The board will also consider adopting updated by-laws and setting the 2023 meeting schedule. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing for BOA #22-23: Gentile, 115 Lake End Road, Block 40501 Lot 15, C Variance
• Public hearing for BOA #22-24: Morina, 102 Berkshire Ave, Block 10904 Lot 2.02, C Variance
• Resolution to adopt updated by-laws
• Resolution to set time, place, and meeting schedule for 2023

The Board approved a variance for a new single-family home and detached garage at 115 Lake End Road. A variance for a pool and retaining wall at 102 Berkshire Ave was also approved. The Board adopted updated by-laws and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved variance for new single-family dwelling and detached garage at 115 Lake End Road (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for pool and retaining wall at 102 Berkshire Ave (Unanimous)
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved escrow payment for professional services (Unanimous)
• Approved updated by-laws (Unanimous)
• Approved updated 2023 meeting time, place, and schedule (Unanimous)

Township Council

The Township Council adopted several ordinances, including funding for water supply improvements and the restoration of the Ford-Faesch House. The council also approved a consent agenda covering emergency medical services and interlocal agreements. Appointments to the Zoning Board of Adjustment were tabled.

• Approved $880,517.93 for water supply and distribution system improvements (9-0)
• Approved $179,272 for Ford-Faesch House interior restoration and roof replacement (9-0)
• Approved sign easement for Pondview Estates, Inc. at Pondview Drive and Union Turnpike (9-0)
• Introduced Ordinance O-23-05 regarding cooperative sober living and Oxford House model recovery (9-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including emergency medical transportation and CDL training agreement with Mt. Olive (9-0)
• Approved appointments of Scott Lovenberg and Jack Brennan to Fire Department (9-0)
• Tabled Zoning Board of Adjustment appointments for Manuel Deus and Jim Sens (8-1)
• Adopted Ordinance O-23-03 repealing certain sections of general ordinances (9-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment is holding its annual reorganization meeting. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items, including electing officers, adopting by-laws and the year-end report, setting the 2023 meeting schedule, and appointing the board attorney, consultants, and official newspaper. No substantive applications, hearings, or decisions are listed.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary/Second Vice-Chairperson
• Adoption of by-laws and Year End Report
• Setting 2023 meeting schedule
• Appointment of Board attorney and planning consultant
• Establishment of fee for advance meeting notification

The Board held its 2023 reorganization meeting to elect officers and appoint professional consultants. The Board also updated its meeting start time to 7:00pm and established a notification fee.

• Elected Jason Smolinski as Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Elected Dominick Nicastro as Vice-Chairman (Unanimous)
• Elected James Loftus as Secretary/Second Vice-Chairman (Unanimous)
• Approved by-laws with meeting start time changed to 7:00pm (Unanimous)
• Approved Year End Report (Unanimous)
• Appointed Joseph Bell as Board Attorney (Unanimous)
• Appointed Burgis Associates as Planning Consultant (Unanimous)
• Established $60 fee for advance meeting notification (Unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider a variance application (BOA #22-20) for properties at 14 Oak Lane, Block 40401, Lots 26 and 36. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comment, and a public hearing. Most items are procedural, with the variance being the only substantive matter.

• Variance application BOA #22-20 by Brosius for 14 Oak Lane, Block 40401, Lots 26 & 36
• Approval of minutes from December 6, 2022
• Public hearing and open to the public

The Board of Adjustment approved a "C" Variance for the property at 14 Oak Lane. The board also approved the minutes from the December 6, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from December 6, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved BOA #22-20 "C" Variance for Brosius at 14 Oak Lane (Block 40401 Lot 26 & 36)

Planning Board

This is the Rockaway Township Planning Board's annual reorganization meeting. The board will elect officers, adopt bylaws, set its 2023 meeting schedule, and appoint its attorney, consultants, and recording secretary. It will also designate the official newspaper and establish the fee for advance meeting notification. No substantive land-use decisions are on this agenda.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary/Second Vice-Chairperson
• Adoption of by-laws
• Setting 2023 meeting schedule
• Appointment of Board attorney, planning consultant, and other consultants
• Establishment of fee for advance meeting notification

The Planning Board held its 2023 reorganization meeting to elect officers and appoint professional consultants. The board unanimously approved its by-laws, meeting schedule, and a $65 fee for advance meeting notification.

• Elected Jack Elko as Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Elected Frank Barilla as Vice-Chairman (Unanimous)
• Elected David Washington as Secretary/Second Vice-Chairman (Unanimous)
• Approved Board by-laws (Unanimous)
• Appointed William Dimin as Board Attorney (Unanimous)
• Appointed Burgis Associates as Planning Consultant (Unanimous)
• Appointed Shelley Kahn as Recording Secretary (Unanimous)
• Approved $65 fee for advance meeting notification (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is meeting to conduct routine business, including approving minutes and hearing public comment. The main item is a resolution for a minor site plan/tenancy application from DaVita Kidney Care at 437 Route 46. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions listed.

• Resolution PB #2482: DaVita Kidney Care, 437 Route 46, Block 10202 Lot 27, minor site plan/tenancy

The Planning Board unanimously approved a resolution regarding DaVita Kidney Care. The board also approved the minutes from the December 19, 2022 meeting.

• Approved resolution for PB# 2482 DaVita Kidney Care at 437 Route 46 (unanimous)
• Approved December 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting, where it will elect a council president and vice president, and the mayor will make appointments to various boards and committees. The council will also introduce four ordinances, including one to fund interior restoration and roof replacement of the Ford-Faesch House with $179,272 in county grant funds, and another to appropriate $880,517.93 for water supply and distribution system improvements. A consent agenda includes numerous routine resolutions, such as setting fees, designating officials, and approving appointments, as well as resolutions to reject bids for DPW trucks and release performance guarantees for completed developments.

• Ordinance O-23-01: $179,272 for Ford-Faesch House restoration and roof replacement
• Ordinance O-23-02: $880,517.93 for water supply and distribution system improvements
• Ordinance O-23-04: Granting sign easement to Pondview Estates at Pondview Drive and Union Turnpike
• Resolution R-23-29: Rejecting all bids for one utility truck and three pickup trucks for DPW
• Resolution R-23-31: Terminating developer's agreement and releasing performance guaranty for Best Western hotel project at 14 Green Pond Road

The Township Council held its 2023 reorganization meeting to elect a Council President and Vice President. The body approved numerous municipal appointments, a consent agenda of administrative resolutions, and introduced four ordinances. A memorandum of agreement regarding a collective bargain agreement was also authorized.

• Elected Howard Kritz as Council President (6-2)
• Elected Jack Quinn as Council Vice President (7-1)
• Approved Mayor's appointments for various boards and coordinators (8-0)
• Approved appointments for Township Counsel and Township Prosecutor (6-1-1)
• Approved Council appointments for Auditor, Board of Adjustment, and Planning Board (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 23-01 for Ford-Faesch House restoration appropriating $179,272 (8-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 23-02 for water supply improvements appropriating $880,517.93 (8-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda containing resolutions R-23-04 through R-23-32 (8-0)