Rockaway public meetings in 2024

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board will consider public hearings for three minor site plans with 'C' variances: NJ Natural Gas Company at 201 Roundhill Road, Aldi at 327 Mt. Hope Avenue, and Catherine A Dwyer School at 665 Mt. Hope Avenue. The board also will act on an escrow resolution for an amended minor site plan (PB #2525) by Lodi CML Cooperative LLC at 25 Green Pond Road. Minutes from November 18, 2024, are set for approval, and the public may comment during the open portion.

• Public hearing: PB #2522 – NJ Natural Gas Company minor site plan with 'C' variance at 201 Roundhill Road
• Public hearing: PB #2526 – Aldi minor site plan with 'C' variance at 327 Mt. Hope Avenue
• Public hearing: PB #2523 – Catherine A Dwyer School minor site plan with 'C' variance at 665 Mt. Hope Avenue
• Resolution: PB #2525 (amended) – Lodi CML Cooperative LLC minor site plan escrow at 25 Green Pond Road

The Rockaway Township Planning Board approved a minor site plan with 'C' variance for Rockaway Towne Court LLC (Aldi) to divide the former Christmas Tree Shops space into two tenant spaces, with Aldi occupying the northern 22,711 sq ft portion. The approval includes conditions to re-stripe the fire zone and revise plans to show two exterior signs instead of three. The board also approved an escrow payment resolution and memorialized an amended resolution for 25 Green Pond Road. A courtesy review for a new illuminated sign at Catherine A. Dwyer School was presented but no vote was taken.

• Approved Aldi minor site plan with 'C' variance to create two tenant spaces (9-0)
• Approved resolution for payment of professional services from escrow accounts (unanimous)
• Memorialized amended resolution for PB #2525 at 25 Green Pond Road (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2024 meeting with corrected adjournment time (unanimous)

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will meet on December 10, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The consent agenda includes resolutions for tax lien redemptions on several properties, property tax refunds for 100% disabled veterans, acceptance of a federal emergency management grant and a public health capacity grant, and a contract with Rohrer Enterprises Inc. for a transit van for $96,470. New business includes a resolution to hold an executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Contract award to Rohrer Enterprises, Inc. for a V24-1 DAR Transit Van for $96,470
• Tax lien redemptions on properties at 40 Richard St., 172 Perry St., 272 Perry St., 120 and 135 Hawthorne Ct., 3213 Franklin Lane, and 5 Hallvard Terr.
• Property tax cancellations and refunds for homeowners qualifying as 100% disabled, tax-exempt veterans
• Acceptance of FY2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant and Emergency Management Agency Assistance
• Authorization for executive (closed) session to discuss pending and anticipated litigation

The Rockaway Township Council approved the consent agenda, which included the purchase of a transit van for $96,470 and several tax lien redemptions and property tax refunds for disabled veterans. The council also entered and exited a closed session to discuss pending litigation. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with reports from officials and no other substantive decisions.

• Approved consent agenda including $96,470 transit van purchase (8-0)
• Approved tax lien redemptions for properties on Richard St, Perry St, Hawthorne Ct, Franklin Ln, Hallvard Terr
• Approved property tax refunds for 100% disabled veterans
• Accepted federal emergency management performance grant
• Accepted strengthening local public health capacity grant
• Approved closed session to discuss pending litigation (8-0)
• Adopted November 26 meeting minutes (7-0, 1 abstention)

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will review two variance applications and hold a public hearing for a variance to allow a new single-family dwelling at 13 Shadyside Lane. The board also will consider resolutions for a fence corner lot variance at 45 Taylor Street and a variance for a paint shop at 415 W Clinton Street.

• Public hearing for BOA #24-11: Ten Kate – C variance for new single-family dwelling at 13 Shadyside Lane
• Resolution on BOA #24-10: Reggio – C variance for fence on corner lot at 45 Taylor Street
• Resolution on BOA #23-17: Ambrocio/Paint American – C & D variances at 415 W Clinton Street

Township Council

The Township Council will meet to vote on a consent agenda including personnel appointments and a land easement. The body will also discuss pending and anticipated litigation in a closed executive session.

• Reappointment of Alfred Knoth as Director of the Department of Public Works and Utilities
• Appointment of Acting Municipal Clerk
• Amended easement conveying interest to the County of Morris for the Ford Faesch House
• Resolution supporting amendment of the Fair Housing Act (FHA)
• Resolution authorizing the transfer of funds

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board will meet to conduct regular business and review minutes from October 21, 2024. The board is scheduled to address a resolution regarding a minor site plan for Lodi CML Cooperative, LLC.

• Resolution PB # 2525: Minor Site Plan for Lodi CML Cooperative, LLC at 25 Green Pond Road (Block 22102 Lot 5.01)

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will receive a presentation on the updated Open Space and Recreation Plan and hold a public hearing for Green Acres compliance regarding passive recreation improvements at Peterson Field. The consent agenda includes numerous tax lien redemptions, tax refunds, and resolutions authorizing a settlement of a tax appeal with Christ Church, renewal of a public health services agreement with Jefferson Township, and the sale of tax sale certificates.

• Presentation on update to the Township's Open Space and Recreation Plan
• Green Acres compliance hearing for passive recreation improvements anticipated at Peterson Field
• Resolution authorizing sale and assignment of four tax sale certificates to 'Above Orange L.L.C.'
• Resolution approving settlement of tax appeal by Christ Church regarding 140 Green Pond Rd
• Resolution renewing professional public health services agreement between Rockaway and Jefferson Township for 2025-2029

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will hold a regular meeting on October 22, 2024. They are set to adopt Ordinance O-24-14, which amends the land use code to regulate raising chickens on residential properties. The consent agenda includes a resolution to insert opioid settlement revenue into the 2024 budget and a resolution authorizing up to $12,661,930 in bond anticipation notes. Public comment and a best practices discussion are also scheduled.

• Ordinance O-24-14: amending Chapter 54 (Land Use and Development) to regulate chicken-keeping on residential properties
• Resolution R-24-181: authorizing issuance of not exceeding $12,661,930 in bond anticipation notes
• Resolution R-24-180: authorizing insertion of additional revenue from National Opioid Settlement into the 2024 budget
• Approval of October 8th regular meeting minutes
• Open to the public for comments

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board will vote on an ordinance to amend Chapter 54 (Land Use and Development) regarding regulations for raising and keeping chickens on residential properties. The board will also hold public hearings on a minor site plan with variance from NJ Natural Gas Company at 201 Roundhill Road and a minor site plan from Lodi CML Cooperative at 25 Green Pond Road. Additionally, a resolution on escrow and a consistency determination referral under NJSA 40:55D-26A are on the agenda.

• Public hearing for minor site plan with 'C' variance by NJ Natural Gas Company at 201 Roundhill Road (Block 22202 Lot 23)
• Public hearing for minor site plan by Lodi CML Cooperative at 25 Green Pond Road (Block 22102 Lot 5.01)
• Ordinance 24-14 – amendment to Chapter 54 to change regulations on raising and keeping chickens on residential properties
• Consistency determination referral for development regulation revision or amendment under NJSA 40:55D-26A
• Escrow resolution (no further detail provided)

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four variance applications. Two applications (Territo at 244 Perry Street and McCord at 174 West Lakeshore Drive) are up for resolution approval. Two others (Reggio at 45 Taylor Street and Ambrocio at 415 W Clinton Street) are scheduled for public hearings. The board will also discuss Green Acres notice requirements and approve prior minutes.

• Resolution BOA#24-08: Territo, 244 Perry Street, Block 10506 Lot 3, 'C' Variance
• Resolution BOA#24-09: McCord, 174 West Lakeshore Drive, Block 20801 Lot 80, 'C' Variance
• Public Hearing BOA#24-10: Reggio, 45 Taylor Street, Block 10601 Lot 15, 'C' Variance for fence on corner lot
• Public Hearing BOA#23-17: Ambrocio/Paint American, 415 W Clinton Street, Block 10903 Lot 3, 'C' Variance and 'D' Variance
• Correspondence: Green Acres Notice Requirements

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will consider a consent agenda including resolutions on tax lien redemptions, a cannabis retailer, and a road contract. Notable actions include supporting a Class 5 cannabis retailer (Back Pack Boys), awarding a $396,524.79 contract for Richard Street roadway improvements, and settling multiple tax appeals for properties on Mt. Hope Avenue. The council will also appoint a police sergeant and a fire company member.

• Resolution R-24-169 supporting location and operation of a Class 5 cannabis retailer (Back Pack Boys, LLC)
• Award of contract to Midwest Construction Inc. for Richard Street roadway improvements ($396,524.79)
• Tax appeal settlements for J C Penney, Macy's, and others at 305–319 Mt. Hope Ave (multiple tax court docket numbers)
• Resolution R-24-178 rescinding previous resolution and authorizing shared services agreement with Borough of Rockaway for licensed water operator
• Appointment of Thomas Camel as Police Sergeant and Andrew Kraus to Fire Company 1

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will meet to consider two variance applications. The board will also address a resolution regarding an escrow for a property on Rockaway Road.

• Resolution for BOA#23-13: Rockaway Road Real Property LLC, 475 Rockaway Road
• Public Hearing BOA #24-08: "C" Variance for Territo at 244 Perry Street
• Public Hearing BOA#24-09: "C" Variance for McCord at 174 W Lake Shore Drive

Township Council

The Township Council will consider an ordinance amending land-use regulations for raising chickens on residential properties. The consent agenda includes tax refunds for overpayment and a disabled veteran exemption, a liquor license transfer for an event, and authorization for a closed session on pending litigation. New business includes police promotions: one captain, one lieutenant, and two sergeants.

• Ordinance O-24-14: Amend Chapter 54 on land use to regulate chickens on residential properties
• Consent agenda: Tax refund for 2024 overpayment at 908 Parkview Lane (Block 22401.09 Lot 4)
• Consent agenda: Cancel and refund property taxes for a 100% disabled veteran homeowner
• Consent agenda: Place-to-place liquor license transfer for Empanada Festival and Car Show
• New business: Appointments of Michael Dachisen as Police Captain, Thomas Takacs as Police Lieutenant, Lisandro Peralta and Steven Hart as Police Sergeants

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance applications: a 'C' variance for McCord at 174 W Lake Shore Drive and 'D' and 'C' variances for Ambrocio-Paint at 415 W Clinton Street, which has been carried forward to October 15, 2024. The board will also consider an escrow resolution for Rockaway Road Real Property LLC at 475 Rockaway Road and approve minutes from the September 3, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing BOA#24-09: McCord – 'C' Variance at 174 W Lake Shore Drive (Block 20801 Lot 60)
• Public hearing BOA#23-17: Ambrocio-Paint – 'D' & 'C' Variances at 415 W Clinton Street (carried forward to Oct 15, 2024)
• Resolution BOA#23-13: Escrow for Rockaway Road Real Property LLC at 475 Rockaway Road (Block 10205 Lot 6)
• Approval of minutes from September 3, 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings for two minor site plan applications with 'C' variances: one from NJ Natural Gas Company at 201 Roundhill Road and one from Catherine Dwyer School at 665 Mt. Hope Avenue. The board will also consider an escrow resolution and approve minutes from July 15, 2024.

• Public hearing PB #2522: NJ Natural Gas Company – minor site plan with 'C' variance at 201 Roundhill Road (Block 22202 Lot 23)
• Public hearing PB #2523: Catherine Dwyer School – minor site plan with 'C' variance at 665 Mt. Hope Avenue (Block 11403 Lot 11)
• Resolution regarding escrow accounts
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2024

Township Council

The Township Council will meet to discuss the appointment of a Chief of Police and members for the Library Board of Trustees and Board of Adjustment. The body will also review a consent agenda containing tax refunds and certificate redemptions.

• Appointment of Robert Scherr as Chief of Police
• Appointment of Joann Claps to Library Board of Trustees
• Appointment of Richard M. Onorevole to Board of Adjustment
• Tax refund for 49 Miller Ave (Block 11111 Lot 15)
• Redemptions of tax sale certificates for 468 Green Pond Rd and 10 Blakely St

The Rockaway Township Council unanimously appointed Robert Scherr as Chief of Police and made two other appointments to the Library Board of Trustees and Board of Adjustment. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included tax refunds, tax sale certificate redemptions, and authorization for professional services, and withdrew a resolution for an executive session from the agenda. All votes were unanimous with no nays.

• Appointed Robert Scherr as Chief of Police (unanimous)
• Appointed JoAnn Clap to the Library Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Appointed Richard M. Onorevole to the Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including tax refund, tax sale redemptions, and professional services authorization (unanimous)
• Withdrew R-24-159 (executive session resolution) from agenda (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a property at 475 Rockaway Road. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the August 6, 2024, meeting.

• Public hearing for BOA#23-12: Rockaway Road Real Property LLC at 475 Rockaway Road (Block 10205 Lot 6)

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will hold its regular meeting on August 13, 2024, to approve minutes, hear a presentation on the Howmet Environmental Clean-Up, and take final votes on several resolutions. Items include salary adjustments, tax lien redemptions, and funding for public health and opioid settlement grants.

• Ordinance O-24-15 amending salaries for township officials and employees
• Resolution R-24-143 authorizing purchase of a new fire truck for up to $1,814,048
• Resolution R-24-137 nullifying a $81,980 bid award for a sign maintenance utility truck
• Resolution R-24-149 supporting improvements at Peterson Field
• Resolution R-24-150 approving shared services agreement for five school resource officers

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider three applications: a 'C' variance for a property at 104 Lake End Road, an extension for a project at 10 Iowa Ave, and a Certificate of Non-Conformity 'D' variance for 79 Mt. Hope Road. The board may approve or deny these requests.

• BOA #24-07 – Bakalian – 104 Lake End Road (Block 40501 Lot 4) – 'C' Variance
• BOA #07-04 – T3 Innovations LLC – 10 Iowa Ave (Block 21301 Lot 201) – Extension
• BOA #24-05 – 79 MHR Realty LLC – 79 Mt. Hope Road (Block 11301 Lot 5) – Certificate of Non-Conformity 'D' Variance

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a preliminary and final site plan with 'C' and 'D' variances for 475 Rockaway Road. The board will also consider two resolutions: a 'C' variance at 104 Lake End Road and an extension for a prior application at 10 Iowa Ave. Formal action may be taken on all items.

• Public hearing for Preliminary & Final Site Plan, 'C' & 'D' Variance at 475 Rockaway Road (Block 10205 Lot 6)
• Resolution BOA #24-07: 'C' Variance for Bakalian at 104 Lake End Road (Block 40501 Lot 4)
• Resolution BOA #07-04: Extension for T3 Innovations LLC at 10 Iowa Ave (Block 21301 Lot 201)

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is meeting to conduct regular business and review resolutions. The primary item on the agenda is a minor site plan and minor subdivision for Pond View Estates Inc.

• Resolution PB#2403B: Pond View Estates Inc minor site plan and minor subdivision at Rt 15/Woodport Road/W Union Turnpike (Block 11501 Lot 41, 45 & 47)

Township Council

The Township Council is reviewing ordinances to amend salaries for certain officials and employees and to update the municipal court violations bureau schedule. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding property tax refunds for disabled veterans and a major construction contract.

• $2,998,990.00 contract award to AB Contracting, LLC for Water Field Operations Building construction
• Ordinance amending salaries for certain township officials and employees
• Ordinance establishing a local supplemental violations bureau schedule for court fines
• Resolutions for property tax refunds for 100% disabled veterans
• Resolution to add National Opioid Settlement revenue to the 2024 budget

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider resolutions regarding property variances and an extension request. A public hearing is scheduled for a Certificate of Non-Conformity and "D" Variance at 9 Mt. Hope Road. The board will also approve minutes from the May 21, 2024 meeting.

• "C" Variance for Bakalian at 104 Lake End Road
• Extension request for T3 Innovations LLC at 10 Iowa Ave
• Public hearing for Certificate of Non-Conformity and "D" Variance at 9 Mt. Hope Road

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is conducting public hearings on several property variance requests. Items include applications for 9 Mt. Hope Road and 104 Lake End Road, along with an extension request for T3 Innovations LLC. Two hearings regarding Paint Americana on W Clinton Street have been rescheduled to August 20, 2024.

• Variance request for 9 Mt. Hope Road (79 MHR Realty LLC)
• 'C' Variance for 104 Lake End Road (Bakalian)
• Extension request for T3 Innovations LLC at 10 Iowa Ave
• Carried forward: Paint Americana hearings for 415 and 423 W Clinton Street

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board will consider resolutions for site plans at Montauk Ave and Valley View Drive. A public hearing is also scheduled for a minor site plan and subdivision at Rt 15/Woodport Road/W Union Turnpike.

• Public hearing: Pond View Estates Inc, Minor Site Plan & Minor Subdivision (Rt 15/Woodport Road/W Union Turnpike)
• Resolution: WML Country Club Inc, Minor Site Plan w/ "C" Variance (Montauk Ave)
• Resolution: Habitat for Humanity, Amended Minor Site Plan (103, 105 & 107 Valley View Drive)

Township Council

The Council is reviewing a resolution to apply for Morris County Open Space Trust Fund grants to acquire property at 492 Green Pond Road. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding municipal court fines and traffic regulations. Several resolutions concerning tax lien redemptions and grant funding will be addressed.

• Open space funding application for 492 Green Pond Road
• Ordinance establishing a local supplemental violations bureau schedule for court fines
• Collective bargaining agreement with PBA Local 287 police officers
• Soil disturbance permit for 10 Montauk Avenue
• Budget revenue insertions for Clean Communities and Local Recreational Improvement grants

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance appropriating $394,895 for road improvements, funded by a $208,504 NJDOT grant and $186,391 from the capital improvement fund. The council will also consider a consent agenda that includes renewing liquor licenses and applying for a NJDOT grant for Reservoir Road improvements. The meeting opens with public comment and approval of the May 14 minutes.

• O-24-11: Ordinance for road improvements, appropriating $394,895 ($208,504 NJDOT grant, $186,391 capital fund)
• R-24-102: Resolution to renew ABC liquor licenses for July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025
• R-24-103: Resolution to submit grant application and agreement with NJDOT for Reservoir Road Section II improvements

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a certificate of non-conformity and variance request for 9 Mt. Hope Road, and will consider several variance applications and a site plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, correspondence, and public comment.

• BOA #24-05: 79 MHR Realty LLC, 9 Mt. Hope Road, Block 11301 Lot 5, Certificate of Non-Conformity & 'D' Variance (public hearing)
• BOA #24-03: Sinegra, 59 Lake Denmark Road, Block 30101 Lot 11.02, 'C' Variance for pole barn
• BOA #24-04: Dickerson, Carrell Street, Block 10202 Lot 37 & 50, Preliminary & Final Site Plan, 'C' & 'D' Variance
• BOA #23-15A: O'Neill, 99 Lake Shore Drive, Block 21806 Lot 23, 'C' Variance (amended)
• BOA #24-06: Mesa, 350 Daniel Street, Block 10402 Lot 18, 'C' Variance

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is meeting to conduct routine business, including approving minutes and addressing correspondence. The main item is a minor site plan application (PB#2518) from WML Country Club Inc. for a property on Montauk Ave, which includes a request for a 'C' variance. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• PB#2518: WML Country Club Inc., Montauk Ave, Block 20203 Lot 28, Minor Site Plan with 'C' variance
• Approval of minutes from April 15, 2024
• Public comment period open
• Resolution regarding escrow

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: one updating stormwater control rules to match new NJDEP regulations, and another requiring lead paint inspections in rental dwellings. The council will also introduce an ordinance to fund $394,895 in road improvements, partly from a state grant. Additionally, the consent agenda includes resolutions on opioid settlement funds, property tax refunds, tax lien redemptions, and other routine items.

• O-24-09: Stormwater control ordinance update to incorporate NJDEP regulation changes
• O-24-10: New ordinance requiring lead paint inspections in rental dwellings
• O-24-11: Road improvement ordinance appropriating $394,895 (with $208,504 from NJDOT grant)
• R-24-91: Insertion of opioid settlement revenue into 2024 budget
• R-24-95 to R-24-98: Redemptions of tax title liens on properties including 214 Mount Hope Ave, 1207 Johnson Drive, 149 Valley View Drive, and 10 Iowa Ave

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on May 7, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Municipal Building. The board will consider two resolutions for escrow matters and hold public hearings on two variance applications. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comment, and committee reports.

• BOA #24-03: Sinegra, 59 Lake Denmark Road, Block 30101 Lot 11.02, 'C' Variance for a pole barn
• BOA #24-04: Dickerson, Carrell Street, Block 10202 Lot 37 & 50, Preliminary & Final Site Plan, 'C' & 'D' Variance
• BOA #23-15A: O'Neill, 99 Lake Shore Drive, Block 21806 Lot 23, 'C' Variance – Amended FPA Engineer
• BOA #24-06: Mesa, 350 Daniel Street, Block 10402 Lot 18, 'C' Variance

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding its regular meeting on April 23, 2024, with a public hearing and final adoption of the 2024 municipal budget and several bond ordinances, including $945,000 for a new fire truck and $1,358,500 for water system improvements. The council will also introduce ordinances on stormwater control and lead paint inspections in rental dwellings, and consider a consent agenda with contracts, change orders, and grant applications.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2024 municipal budget (R-24-79, R-24-80)
• Bond ordinance O-24-03: $945,000 for new fire truck, $900,000 in bonds
• Bond ordinance O-24-04: $1,358,500 for water supply and distribution system
• Ordinance O-24-10: lead paint inspections in rental dwellings
• Change order for Queens Road water main replacement: +$58,612.61, total $1,010,142.61

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four variance applications, including two for properties on W. Clinton Street (415 and 423) and one for a pole barn on Lake Denmark Road. The board will also consider a resolution for a pole barn variance on Lake Shore Drive. The meeting includes standard procedural items like minutes approval and public comment.

• BOA #24-01: Ferrone, 75 Lake Shore Drive, C variance for pole barn (resolution)
• BOA #24-03: Sinegra, 59 Lake Denmark Road, C variance for pole barn (public hearing)
• BOA #23-17: Ambrocio – Paint American, 415 W Clinton Street, D variance (public hearing)
• BOA #23-18: Ambrocio – Paint American, 423 W Clinton Street, C variance for impervious coverage driveway (public hearing)
• BOA #24-04: Dickerson, Carrell Street, preliminary & final site plan, C & D variances (public hearing)

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is meeting to conduct regular business, including approving minutes from February 12, 2024. The main item is a resolution regarding escrow for PB#1904-B, an amended preliminary and final site plan with a 'C' variance for Christ Church at 140 Green Pond Road. The agenda is otherwise largely procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Resolution for escrow PB#1904-B: Christ Church, 140 Green Pond Road, Block 22203 Lots 2 & 3, amended preliminary & final site plan with 'C' variance
• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2024
• Open to the public session
• Committee reports and subcommittee assignments listed

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is meeting to introduce an ordinance adding snow removal and stockpiling rules at the Marketplace at Rockaway, and to consider several resolutions, including a change order reducing the Peterson Field improvements contract to $2,561,360.44. The consent agenda also includes tax lien redemption, tax refund for a disabled veteran, fireworks permits, and a grant submission. The council will also vote on a resolution opposing a warehouse on Vanderhoof Avenue in Denville and enter closed session for personnel and litigation matters.

• Ordinance O-24-08: Adds snow removal/stockpiling section to Marketplace at Rockaway traffic rules
• Change order reduces Peterson Field improvements contract to $2,561,360.44
• Release of $2,644,769.25 performance guarantee for Peterson Field, with $2,561,360.44 maintenance guarantee
• Resolution R-24-78: Opposes warehouse construction on Vanderhoof Avenue in Denville
• Fireworks displays authorized for Christ Church and White Meadow Lake Property Owners' Association

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council will introduce the 2024 municipal budget, including an ordinance to exceed budget appropriations limits, and consider several bond ordinances for capital projects. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and a consent agenda with resolutions on grants, tax refunds, and a shared services agreement.

• Introduction of 2024 municipal budget (O-24-07, R-24-64, R-24-65)
• Bond ordinance for new fire truck: $945,000 appropriation, $900,000 in bonds (O-24-03)
• Bond ordinance for water supply improvements: $1,358,500 in bonds (O-24-04)
• Reappropriation of $4,539,150 for various improvements (O-24-02)
• Consent agenda includes grant application for Ford-Faesch Manor House preservation

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a pole barn at 75 Lake Shore Drive, and will also consider a variance for a pole barn at 59 Lake Denmark Road, which has been carried forward to April 16. The board will also review resolutions for variances at 331 Split Rock Road and 15 Old Lane, and will approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing: BOA #24-01, Ferrone, 75 Lake Shore Drive, Block 21601 Lot 10, C Variance – Pole Barn
• Carried forward: BOA #24-03, Sinegra, 59 Lake Denmark Road, Block 30101 Lot 11.02, C Variance – Pole Barn
• Resolution: BOA #24-02, Napolitano, 331 Split Rock Road, Block 31001 Lot 21, C Variance
• Resolution: BOA #23-07 Extension, Doolittle, 15 Old Lane, Block 40309 Lot 7, C Variance

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes several resolutions, such as authorizing a $51,138.04 deposit into a federal bankruptcy court registry, transferring funds, amending a cooperative contract resolution, redeeming a tax lien, and issuing a tax refund. The council will also consider a change order for senior center basement renovations and a resolution rejecting anti-Islamic behavior. A zoning board appointment is scheduled for discussion.

• Resolution R-24-53: deposit $51,138.04 into Federal Bankruptcy Court registry (Southern District of Texas)
• Resolution R-24-56: redemption of tax title lien C#22-013 for 3210 Cleveland Lane
• Resolution R-24-57: tax refund for overpayment at 158 Valley View Drive
• Resolution R-24-58: change order #2 for senior center basement renovations with AB Contracting, LLC
• Appointment of Eric Wekilksy to Zoning Board of Adjustment (2-year term)

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding a budget hearing to discuss the proposed 2024 budget. The agenda includes a presentation by the township's auditor, Ray Sarinelli, Jr. from Nisivoccia, followed by discussion of the budget. The meeting is open to the public.

• Presentation by Township Auditor Ray Sarinelli, Jr. from Nisivoccia
• Discussion of the proposed 2024 budget
• Public comment period

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding its regular meeting with a public hearing and final adoption of an ordinance amending fire prevention regulations. The consent agenda includes numerous resolutions on tax refunds, grants, professional services, and a resolution opposing state fair housing legislation, plus one supporting a cannabis retailer. The council will also make appointments to the Citizens Recreation Committee and Fire Department, and enter closed session for personnel and legal matters.

• O-24-01: Amends fire prevention chapter (sections on organization, appointments, fees)
• R-24-47: Opposes Assembly Bill No. 4/Senate Bill No. 50 (Fair Housing Act overhaul)
• R-24-48: Supports Class 5 cannabis retailer Sugar Leaves LLC
• R-24-43: Authorizes participation in DOD 1033 program for federal surplus property
• R-24-51: Applies for CDBG grant for barrier-free upgrades to municipal building

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review several variance requests and an escrow matter. The agenda includes public hearings for various property variances.

• BOA #23-16: "C" Variance at 62 Timberbrook Road (Block 50101 Lot 30)
• BOA #19-03: Extension request for Mattoni at 44 Lake End (Block 40401 Lot 67)
• BOA #24-02: "C" Variance for Napolitano at 331 Split Rock Road (Block 31001 Lot 21)
• BOA #23-17: "D" Variance for Ambrocio – Paint American at 415 W Clinton Street (Block 10903 Lot 3)
• BOA #23-18: "C" Variance for Ambrocio at 423 W Clinton Street (Block 10903 Lot 4)

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council's regular meeting scheduled for February 13, 2024, has been cancelled due to inclement weather. All business will be deferred to the next regular meeting. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled due to inclement weather
• All business postponed to next regular meeting

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is meeting to review several site plan applications, including a minor site plan for Ross Dress For Less and preliminary/final site plans for Green Pond Corporation. The board will also hold a public hearing on an amended site plan for Christ Church. Formal action may be taken on these items.

• PB#2510: Ross Dress For Less, 327 Mt. Hope Road, Block 11001 Lot 7, minor site plan with 'C' variance
• PB#2511: Green Pond Corporation, 1 Old Lane, Block 40101 Lot 1, preliminary & final site plan with 'C' variance
• PB#1904-B: Christ Church, 140 Green Pond Road, Block 22203 Lot 2 & 3, amended preliminary & final site plan with 'C' variance
• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2024 meetings

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on several variance applications, including a 'C' variance for a property at 22 Mt. Hope Road and a site plan with variances for a Dish Wireless facility on West Dewey Ave. Two applications for properties on W. Clinton Street and one for 475 Rockaway Road have been carried forward to future meetings without notice.

• BOA #23-14: Barkley, 22 Mt. Hope Road, Block 11201 Lot 13, 'C' variance
• BOA #23-06: Diamond Communication LLC/Dish Wireless LCC, West Dewey Ave, Block 11504 Lot 1, preliminary & final site plan with 'C' & 'D' variances
• BOA #23-16: Card, 62 Timberbrook Road, Block 50101 Lot 30, 'C' variance
• BOA #23-17: Ambrocio – Paint American, 415 W Clinton Street, Block 10903 Lot 3, 'D' variance (carried to 2/20/2024)
• BOA #23-12: Rockaway Road Real Property LLC, 475 Rockaway Road, Block 10205 Lot 6, site plan with variances (carried to 3/5/2024)

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment is holding its annual reorganization meeting. The board will elect officers, adopt by-laws and a year-end report, set its 2024 meeting schedule, and appoint its attorney, planning consultant, and other professional consultants. This is a procedural meeting with no public hearings or substantive decisions on the agenda.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary/Second Vice-Chairperson
• Adoption of by-laws and Year End Report
• Setting 2024 meeting schedule
• Appointment of Board attorney, planning consultant, and engineering/traffic consultants
• Designation of official newspapers and establishment of advance meeting notification fee

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is holding its annual reorganization meeting to elect officers, adopt by-laws, set the 2024 meeting schedule, and appoint attorneys, consultants, and subcommittees. This is a procedural meeting with no substantive land-use decisions on the agenda.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary/Second Vice-Chairperson
• Adoption of by-laws
• Appointment of Board attorney, planning consultant, recording secretary, and engineering/traffic consultants
• Designation of official newspaper and setting fee for advance meeting notification
• Appointment of subcommittees: Minor Subdivision, Tenancy, and Minor Site Plan

Planning Board

The Rockaway Township Planning Board is meeting to consider two site plan applications, both requiring 'C' variances. The board will also approve minutes from its December 18, 2023 meeting and handle any correspondence, resolutions, and committee reports.

• PB#2510: Ross Dress For Less, 327 Mt. Hope Road, Block 11001 Lot 7, minor site plan with 'C' variance
• PB#2511: Green Pond Corporation, 1 Old Lane, Block 40101 Lot 1, preliminary and final site plan with 'C' variance
• Approval of minutes from December 18, 2023 meeting

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is meeting to introduce an ordinance amending fire prevention regulations, including fees and appointments. They will also consider resolutions to appoint a sewage authority representative and award contracts for IT consulting and water testing services, plus appoint a fire department member.

• Ordinance O-24-01 amending Chapter 13 Fire Prevention sections on organization, appointments, fees, and exemptions
• Resolution R-24-33 to appoint representative to Rockaway Valley Regional Sewage Authority (placeholder)
• Resolution R-24-34 authorizing award of contract for IT consulting services
• Resolution R-24-35 authorizing award of contract for water testing laboratory services
• Appointment of Michael Cullen to Fire Company 1

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 a year-end report, setting the 2024 meeting schedule, and appointing the board attorney, planning consultant, and other consultants. No substantive zoning or land-use decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary/Second Vice-Chairperson
• Adoption of by-laws
• Adoption of Year End Report
• Setting 2024 meeting schedule
• Appointment of Board attorney, planning consultant, and other consultants

Board of Adjustment

The Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider two applications: a C variance for a property at 22 Mt. Hope Road and a preliminary and final site plan with C and D variances for Dish Wireless on West Dewey Ave. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• BOA #23-14: Barkley, 22 Mt. Hope Road, Block 11201 Lot 13, C variance
• BOA #23-06: Diamond Communication LLC/Dish Wireless LCC, West Dewey Ave, Block 11504 Lot 1, preliminary & final site plan with C & D variances

Township Council

The Rockaway Township Council is holding its 2024 reorganization meeting, where newly elected officials will be sworn in and the council will elect a president and vice-president. The agenda includes the mayor's appointments to various boards and committees, as well as a consent agenda with numerous routine resolutions. The meeting also includes a public comment period and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Swearing-in of Mayor Joe Jackson and Councilmen Howard Kritz, Adam Salberg, and Pawel Wojtowicz
• Appointments to Planning Board, Shade Tree Commission, Environmental Advisory Committee, and other bodies
• Consent agenda includes resolutions on cash management, tax appeals, and cooperative contracts
• Resolution to approve agreement with Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 31 for Superior Officers
• Redemption of tax title liens on properties including 322 Richard Mine Road and 30 Old Middletown Road