Collingswood public meetings in 2024
14 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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The Collingswood Borough Commission approved Ordinance 1796, establishing 2025 salaries for commissioners, the mayor, and numerous municipal staff. It also adopted Ordinances 1797 and 1798 to revise water charges and lower the minimum annual sewer rental. Additional resolutions appointed a part‑time library assistant and authorized a shared services agreement with the Township of Haddon for EMS and fire protection.
- Ordinance 1796 sets 2025 salaries for commissioners, mayor, and many borough employees
- Ordinance 1797 amends water rent charges and sets water consumption rate at $4.80 per 100 cubic feet
- Ordinance 1798 reduces the minimum annual sewer rental to $340 for residential and non‑residential units
- Resolution appoints Mary Donofrio as part‑time Circulation & Reference Assistant effective 12/4/2024
- Resolution authorizes a shared services agreement with the Township of Haddon for EMS and fire protection
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The Collingswood Commission will hold a second‑reading public hearing on Ordinance 1790 to amend the borough’s Community Energy Aggregation Program. First‑reading ordinances will update construction‑code fees, appropriate $550,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund to purchase property at 300 Haddon Avenue and rehabilitate a site at 600 King Avenue, and revise fire‑prevention penalties. Resolutions include appointing a new fund commissioner, a water‑main relocation agreement with PSE&G, awarding a solid‑waste contract, and approving a grant application for the Transportation Accessibility and Mobility Program.
- Ordinance 1792 appropriates $550,000 to purchase 300 Haddon Ave and rehab 600 King Ave
- Ordinance 1790 amends the Energy Aggregation Program, raising renewable electricity minimum to 10% above state standards and requiring at least 5% cost savings
- Ordinance 1791 revises construction‑code fees with new minimums and fee schedules for permits and services
- Ordinance 1794 authorizes a tax abatement for property at 40 White Horse Pike
- Ordinance 1795 grants a long‑term tax exemption and financial agreement for 30 Fern Avenue
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The Collingswood Borough Commission will hold a second reading and public hearing on Ordinance 1788, which amends the redevelopment plan for the property at 900 Haddon Avenue to allow makerspace, educational, retail and related accessory uses. The meeting also includes a second reading and public hearing on Ordinance 1789, which establishes the borough’s cannabis licensing framework. In addition, commissioners will consider a series of resolutions covering appointments, contracts, agreements and other administrative actions.
- Ordinance 1788 – amendment to the redevelopment plan for 900 Haddon Avenue adding makerspace, educational space (up to 15 attendees), retail and accessory uses
- Ordinance 1789 – establishment of municipal cannabis licensing and enforcement regulations
- Appointment of William Lyons as Deputy Police Chief for the Collingswood Police Department
- Settlement agreement with USA Architects
- Cooperative pricing agreement with Cherry Hill Township
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The Collingswood Borough Commission will hold first readings of Ordinance 1788, which amends the redevelopment plan for 900 Haddon Avenue to allow makerspace, educational space, and retail uses, and Ordinance 1789, which establishes municipal cannabis licensing. The meeting also includes resolutions to re‑advertise bids for the Collingswood Pocket Park at Haddon Avenue and Woodlawn Avenue, award consulting agreements to Gabel Associates for community solar and third‑party electric supplier RFPs, and accept the 2025 Safe and Secure Grant. Additional appointments and a referral of the redevelopment ordinance to the Planning Board are also on the agenda.
- First Reading of Ordinance 1788 amending the redevelopment plan for 900 Haddon Avenue (adds makerspace, educational space, retail)
- First Reading of Ordinance 1789 establishing municipal cannabis licensing
- Re‑advertising bids for Collingswood Pocket Park at Haddon Avenue and Woodlawn Avenue, rejecting prior bids
- Awarding consulting agreement to Gabel Associates, Inc. for community solar developer RFP
- Awarding consulting agreement to Gabel Associates, Inc. for third‑party electric supplier RFP for government energy aggregation program
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The Collingswood Borough Commission will consider a series of resolutions, including participation in the New Jersey Cooperative Pricing Alliance and several grant applications to the NJDOT. It will vote on contracts for an ambulance, road resurfacing on Spring, Autumn and W. Summerfield Avenues, and a change order for the Harrison Ave utility improvements project. Additional items include a tax, water and sewer payment grace period and the approval of various bonds and fee procedures.
- Awarding a contract to VCI Emergency Specialists, LLC for the purchase of an ambulance
- Awarding a contract to Bogey’s Trucking and Paving, Inc. for resurfacing Spring, Autumn and W. Summerfield Ave.
- Authorizing grant applications to NJDOT for the Safe Rutes ADA Ramps – Phase II Project
- Authorizing grant applications to NJDOT for improvements to the Linden Ave Project
- Approving a grace period for taxes, water and sewer payments through September 6, 2024
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The Board of Commissioners met to address the designation of 300 Haddon Avenue as a condemnation area for redevelopment. The agenda also included appointing new police officers and approving a contract reduction for the Harrison Avenue utility project. Additionally, the board reviewed ordinance amendments regarding property maintenance terminology.
- Designation of 300 Haddon Avenue as a condemnation area in need of redevelopment
- Appointment of three probationary full-time police officers
- Purchase of a Ford F-150 Lightning 4wd truck for up to $75,000.00
- A $106,572.62 reduction in the South State, Inc. contract for Harrison Avenue utility work
- Shared service agreement with Camden County for street sweeping on county roads
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The Commission will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding non-resident development fees and tree removal on private property. The agenda also includes grant applications for Linden Avenue improvements and ADA ramps. Additionally, the body will consider appointing a new police officer and approving the 2024 Business Improvement District budget.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 1786 regarding tree removal and replacement on private property
- Appointment of Kenneth Nicholson as a full-time police officer
- Redevelopment agreement with House of Buds, LLC
- Grant applications for Linden Avenue improvements and ADA ramps
- Approval of the 2024 Business Improvement District budget
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The Borough Commission is reviewing ordinances regarding road improvements, sewer capital, and tree removal rules on private property. The meeting also includes discussions on new non-residential development fees and several grant applications. Additionally, the commission will consider various appointments and contract awards.
- Ordinance 1783: $250,000 for improvements to various municipal roads
- Ordinance 1784: New non-residential development fees and spending plan
- Contract award to Earle Asphalt Company for Garfield Avenue resurfacing
- Emergency contract to Garrison Enterprise, Inc. for water repair
- Application for Camden County funding for Roberts Pool enhancement
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The Commission is holding public hearings to adopt the 2024 Municipal Budget and its amendments. The agenda includes second readings of ordinances for an ambulance purchase and water infrastructure improvements, alongside first readings for road improvements. Officials are also reviewing contracts for engineering services and street resurfacing.
- Ordinance 1782: $300,000 for a new ambulance and $750,000 for water main replacement
- Ordinance 1783: $250,000 for improvements to various municipal roads
- Contract award of $399,700 to Remington and Vernick Engineers for Comly Avenue Water Treatment Plant upgrades
- Ratification of a $51,292 emergency contract with A.C. Schultes for water repairs
- Authorization to acquire properties at 620 and 600 Collings Avenue for public parking
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The Commission is holding public hearings on ordinances regarding property acquisitions and fire equipment purchases. The agenda also includes the introduction of the 2024 municipal budget and authorizations for various infrastructure projects.
- $1,550,000 purchase of 627 Haddon Avenue for redevelopment
- $785,000 appropriation for a Spartan Pumper fire truck
- Introduction of the 2024 Municipal Budget
- Authorization for water main replacement and lead line pit testing
- Appointment of Bruce Smith to the Planning Board
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The Board of Commissioners approved a redevelopment plan for 30 Fern Avenue. They also passed first readings for ordinances to purchase property at 627 Haddon Avenue and a new fire pumper, and to increase the 2024 budget limit. Several administrative resolutions and appointments were approved.
- Adopted Redevelopment Plan for 30 Fern Avenue (3-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1779 to spend $1.55M for property at 627 Haddon Avenue (3-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1780 to increase CY 2024 budget limit by 3.5% (3-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1781 to spend $785,000 for a Spartan Pumper S-180 (3-0)
- Reappointed Robert Lewandowski to Planning Board and Albert O. Hallworth as Part Time Building Inspector
- Authorized contract to Think Pavers Hardscaping, LLC for Transit Village Pedestrian Improvements
- Approved raffle licenses for Collingswood Rotary and Catholic Community of Christ Our Light
- Rescinded redevelopment designation for 869 Haddon Avenue and cannabis support for 35 E. Crescent Blvd
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
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The Commission is considering a redevelopment plan for 30 Fern Avenue and the purchase of property at 627 Haddon Avenue. Other items include increasing the municipal budget appropriation limit and funding a new fire truck.
- Redevelopment plan adoption for 30 Fern Avenue
- Property purchase at 627 Haddon Avenue for $1,550,000.00
- Budget appropriation increase to 3.5% via Ordinance 1780
- Purchase of a Spartan Pumper fire truck for $785,000.00
- Pedestrian improvement contract awarded to Think Pavers, LLC for $187,684.00
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The Board of Commissioners approved the first reading of Ordinance 1778 to adopt a redevelopment plan for 30 Fern Avenue. The board also approved 46 resolutions covering personnel appointments, professional service contracts, and financial authorizations for 2024.
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1778 for 30 Fern Avenue redevelopment (3-0)
- Appointed Scott Valenza as full-time Firefighter/EMT
- Reappointed K. Holly Mannel as Registered Municipal Clerk
- Approved professional service contracts for IT, legal, risk management, and engineering
- Approved 2024 Temporary Budget Appropriations
- Authorized RFQ for the Water Tower Development Project
- Authorized Planning Board to investigate 300 Haddon Avenue as a Condemnation Area in need of Redevelopment
- Authorized foreclosure of a property for delinquent taxes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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The Board of Commissioners is reviewing the first reading of an ordinance to adopt a redevelopment plan for 30 Fern Avenue. The meeting also includes numerous resolutions regarding municipal appointments, professional service contracts, and 2024 budget appropriations.
- First reading of Ordinance 1778 to adopt a redevelopment plan for 30 Fern Avenue
- Appointment of Scott Valenza as a full-time Firefighter/EMT
- Authorization of professional service contracts including Brown and Connery (Attorneys) and Remington & Vernick (Engineers)
- Authorization of an agreement with the Voorhees Animal Shelter for 2024 services
- Authorization to advertise for an RFQ for the Water Tower Development Project