Pemberton public meetings in 2022
38 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
12-21-2022
Council appointed Candice Pennewell as Chief Financial Officer and approved a letter of intent for the sale of the Bobolink Tract. The body also authorized several tax refunds, budget transfers, and a grant for electronic marquee displays.
- Appointed Candice Pennewell as Chief Financial Officer for a four-year term (5-0)
- Approved letter of intent with Surrey Equities, LLC for the sale of the Bobolink Tract (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 28-2022 appropriating $137,540 ARPA grant for electronic marquee displays (5-0)
- Approved $6,518 purchase for Police interview system (5-0)
- Approved $24,993 purchase for Community Development document imaging and indexing (5-0)
- Authorized $156,125.00 in CY2022 Budget fund transfers (5-0)
- Authorized various routine refunds totaling $900.00 (5-0)
- Approved Bill List dated 12/15/2022 (5-0, one member excluded NJ State Police/Attorney General bills)
12-14-22
The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved several resolutions for residential additions, setbacks, and a monopole tower. One application for an accessory building was tabled. The board also approved minutes from October and November 2022.
- Tabled bulk variance application for accessory building at 16 Pepper Rd
- Approved setback variance for single family dwelling at 427 Juliustown Road (Z-21-2022)
- Approved amended monopole tower resolution for Pemberton Twp. Fire Company (Z-23-2022)
- Approved bulk variance for 6° fence at 304 E. Lakeshore (Z-23-2022)
- Approved bulk variances for home addition at 110 Magnolia Rd (Z-26-2022)
- Approved bulk variances for addition at 310 Dogwood (Z-29-22)
- Approved amended Bleacher resolution (Z-18-2022)
- Approved minutes and executive session minutes for Oct 12 and Nov 9, 2022
12-13-22
The Planning Board held a special meeting to provide an overview of a proposed age-restricted development by Equity Enterprises Inc. No votes were taken on the application, as the board stated this was the first in a series of meetings to gather testimony and public comment.
- No substantive decisions made; meeting was for introductory testimony and public comment
12-07-2022
The Council approved a consent agenda including the adoption of a corridor development study and several equipment purchases. They also approved separate contracts for sewer relining and firefighter equipment. A proposed Rent Control Ordinance was discussed but not introduced.
- Approved $137,540 contract for electronic marquees (5-0)
- Approved $162,050.55 contract to Vortex Services LLC for sewer main relining (5-0)
- Approved $27,457.50 contract to Blaze Emergency Equipment Company (5-0)
- Approved $28,110.90 contract for PPE and cleaning extractor (5-0)
- Approved $25,000 in American Rescue Plan Firefighter Grant funds (5-0)
- Adopted Looney Ricks Kiss (LRK) Corridor Development Study (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 28-2022 to appropriate $137,540 for marquees (5-0)
- Scheduled 2023 Reorganization Meeting for January 4, 2023
12-01-22
The Planning Board voted to recommend that the Township Council designate the former municipal landfill and the Lang Superfund site as areas in need of redevelopment or rehabilitation. Both sites were evaluated based on preliminary investigation reports funded by a potential developer.
- Approved November 3, 2022 Minutes (5-0)
- Recommended to Council that Block 850 Lot 19 (Former Municipal Landfill Site) be designated an area in need of redevelopment (5-0)
- Recommended to Council that Block 907 Lot 7 & 8 (Lang Superfund Site) be designated an area in need of redevelopment (5-0)
- Selected Miskolcy, Lee, and Brown for the RFP Committee
11-09-2022
The Council adopted a redevelopment plan for Bobolink Boulevard and approved multiple contracts for sewer, water, and road improvements. They also authorized a $10,000 settlement with Verizon NJ, Inc. and appropriated $275,000 in federal grant funds for public safety improvements.
- Adopted Bobolink Boulevard Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-2022 authorizing the sale of certain township lands (5-0)
- Approved $275,000 in ARPA grant funds for public safety improvements (5-0)
- Approved $10,000 settlement with Verizon NJ, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved $1,311,600 contract to Allied Construction for sewer aeration system (5-0)
- Approved $1,191,800 contract to Manda Corporation for water storage tank rehabilitation (5-0)
- Approved $316,425 contract to Charles Marandino, LLC for Sunbury Village roadway improvements (5-0)
- Approved $438,694 contract to KRN Contractors, LLC for rooftop solar installation at 16 Broadway (5-0)
11-09-22
The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a bulk variance for a residential addition at 310 Dogwood. An application for an accessory building at 16 Pepper Rd was deemed incomplete and continued. Several resolutions and previous meeting minutes were tabled.
- Approved bulk variances for addition at 310 Dogwood (4-0)
- Deemed application for accessory building at 16 Pepper Rd incomplete and continued (4-0)
- Tabled October 12, 2022 minutes
- Tabled October 12, 2022 executive session minutes
- Tabled 2-21-2022 Hansen variance resolution (127 Juliustown Road)
- Tabled 2-23-2022 Marut fence variance resolution (304 E. Lakeshore)
- Tabled 2-26-2022 Bada addition variance resolution (110 Magnolia Rd)
- Tabled Z-27-2022 Smith/187 Arney’s Mt. Rd LLC resolution
11-03-22
The Planning Board approved the minutes from October 6, 2022, and a resolution for a minor site plan at Hilltop Mobile Village. No new applications were heard during the meeting.
- Approved October 6, 2022 Minutes (5-0)
- Approved Resolution P-18-2022 for Hilltop Mobile Village to install barrier arms at entrances (5-0)
10-19-2022
The council adopted two ordinances: one amending the noise code to restrict loud noises from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. (Ordinance 23-2022), and another amending the vehicles and traffic code (Ordinance 24-2022). It also introduced a redevelopment plan for Bobolink Boulevard (Ordinance 25-2022) and authorized applications for state grants for gunshot detection and automatic license plate readers.
- Adopted Ordinance 23-2022 amending noise hours to 9 p.m.–7 a.m. (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 24-2022 amending vehicles and traffic code (4-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 25-2022 for Bobolink Boulevard redevelopment plan (4-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 26-2022 authorizing sale of township-owned lands (4-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 27-2022 appropriating $275,000 in ARPA funds for public safety improvements (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 292-2022 to apply for gunshot detection grant (3-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Resolution 293-2022 to apply for automatic license plate reader grant (3-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Resolution 295-2022 to rent two trash trucks for $39,818 (4-0)
10-12-22
The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a use variance and sign for a tree service at 187 Arney's Mt. Road, but continued the application to allow the applicant to submit a modified site plan addressing stormwater and impervious surface concerns. The board also approved an amendment to a prior approval allowing five years to remove a blacktop parking lot at 127 Juliustown Road, and granted bulk variances for a home addition at 110 Magnolia Road. Several resolutions and minutes were approved, and one application for a fire company monopole was granted.
- Approved amendment to condition for Hansen at 127 Juliustown Road, allowing 5 years to remove blacktop parking lot (6-0)
- Approved bulk variances for Bada at 110 Magnolia Road for home addition encroaching on side setback (6-0)
- Continued Smith/187 Arney's Mt. Rd LLC tree service application for modified site plan (6-0)
- Approved September 14, 2022 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved September 14, 2022 executive session minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled resolution Z-21-2022 for Hansen variance
- Tabled resolution Z-23-2022 for Marut fence variance
- Approved resolution Z-23-2022 for Pemberton Township Volunteer Fire Company monopole (unanimous)
10-06-22
The Pemberton Township Planning Board approved a minor site plan for Hilltop Mobile Village to install barrier arms at entrances for security. The board also forwarded comments on the Bobolink Boulevard scattered-site redevelopment plan to the Township Council, finding it consistent with the Master Plan. Minutes from September 1, 2022, were approved, and corrections to Resolution P-17-2022 for Burger King were accepted.
- Approved minor site plan for Hilltop Mobile Village barrier arms (6-0)
- Forwarded Bobolink Boulevard redevelopment plan comments to Council, finding it not inconsistent with Master Plan (6-0)
- Approved September 1, 2022 minutes (4-0)
- Accepted corrections to Resolution P-17-2022 Burger King (5-0-1)
10-05-2022
The council approved a collective negotiations agreement with the Government Workers Union (Resolution 286-2022), a temporary traffic control pilot at New York Road and Tennessee Trail (Resolution 284-2022), and adopted Ordinance 21-2022 establishing salaries and benefits. Two new ordinances were introduced: one amending the noise code (23-2022) and one amending vehicle and traffic rules (24-2022), both with public hearings set for October 19, 2022. The November 2 meeting was rescheduled to November 9.
- Approved union contract with Government Workers Union Local 2120 (5-0)
- Adopted salary ordinance 21-2022 (4-0)
- Introduced noise code amendment Ordinance 23-2022 (4-0)
- Introduced traffic code amendment Ordinance 24-2022 (4-0)
- Approved temporary traffic control pilot at New York Road and Tennessee Trail (5-0)
- Approved $16,153.48 for police body armor (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved consent agenda including refunds, tax sale certificates, and contracts (5-0)
- Rescheduled November 2 meeting to November 9, 2022
09-21-2022
The council approved a $63,249.86 contract to upfit four police interceptor SUVs and amended a salary ordinance to add a housing inspector position. Several routine resolutions were adopted, including contracts for engineering services and a library solar project. A closed session resolution was not adopted.
- Approved $63,249.86 contract for upfitting police SUVs (4-0)
- Amended salary ordinance 21-2022 to add housing inspector position ($25-$40/hr), public hearing set for Oct. 5 (4-0)
- Approved $47,750 contract for sewer treatment plant surveying/engineering (consent agenda)
- Approved $26,000 contract for West End Park construction engineering (consent agenda)
- Approved $8,163 amendment for library solar project architectural services (4-0)
- Approved $15,483 AC unit installation for Community Development Department (consent agenda)
- Accepted donation of AED for fire department (consent agenda)
- Authorized tax refunds and property maintenance lien (consent agenda)
09-14-22
The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a use variance and site plan for a 150-foot cell tower at the fire company property on New York Road, and granted a bulk variance for a 6-foot fence on a corner lot. Both applications were approved unanimously by the five members present. The board also tabled a resolution for a previous variance application.
- Approved use variance, bulk variances, and minor site plan for a 150-foot monopole cell tower at 703 New York Road (5-0)
- Approved bulk variance for a 6-foot fence on a corner lot at 304 E. Lakeshore (5-0)
- Tabled resolution for Z-21-2022 Hansen variance application
- Approved August 10, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved closed session for litigation discussion (5-0)
09-07-2022
The council approved a purchase, sale, and redevelopment agreement with New Horizon Properties for the Browns Mills Shopping Center (Resolution 254-2022), allowing the project to move forward. A separate redevelopment agreement with Rockefeller Group was tabled to the next meeting. The council also approved contracts for West End Park pedestrian bridges and housing rehabilitation program management, and denied a parade permit for a block party.
- Approved redevelopment agreement with New Horizon Properties for Browns Mills Shopping Center (5-0)
- Tabled redevelopment agreement with Rockefeller Group to September 21, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved contract for West End Park pedestrian bridges (5-0)
- Approved contract for Housing Rehabilitation Program Management Services with Acuity Consulting Services ($204,055) (5-0)
- Approved Virtua Health use of Nesbit Center Parking Lot for mobile grocery store (5-0)
- Denied parade permit for block party on Valley Road (5-0)
- Approved purchase of decking materials for Mirror Lake Beach dock ($18,409.61) (5-0)
- Approved purchase of police notebooks (ThinkPads) from lowest responsible vendor ($9,119.13) (5-0)
09-01-22
The Pemberton Township Planning Board approved a minor site plan for the renovation of the Burger King at 102 Juliustown Road. The board also approved the minutes from the August 4, 2022 meeting. A major subdivision application by Equity Enterprises Inc. was discussed but not decided; the board agreed to reschedule it to a larger facility to accommodate public participation.
- Approved Resolution P-17-2022 for Burger King renovation site plan (4-0)
- Approved August 4, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Agreed to reschedule Equity Enterprises subdivision application to a larger venue
08-17-2022
The council approved contracts for survey stake-outs at Spring Lake Beach ($14,850) and West End Park ($54,650), and authorized the purchase of a new low-boy tractor for Public Works ($147,391.68). A closed session resolution was not adopted. Public comments included concerns about rent control, traffic, and police-community relations.
- Approved contract with ARH Associates for Spring Lake Beach survey stake-outs, $14,850 (5-0)
- Approved contract with ARH Associates for West End Park survey stake-outs, $54,650 (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 2023 HX620 SBA International Low Boy Tractor, $147,391.68 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including routine refunds, license renewals, and various contracts (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes of August 3, 2022 (4-0-1 abstention)
- Approved Resolution 241-2022 for purchases from Stevenson Supply Co., up to $44,000 (5-0)
- Approved parade permit for Soroptimist International candlelight vigil on September 30, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved bill list dated 8/10/2022 (5-0, with exceptions noted)
08-10-22
The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved variances for Matthew Hansen to construct a single-family home at 127 Juliustown Road, with conditions including removal of asphalt and restoration to lawn. The board also continued the fire company's monopole application and approved prior meeting minutes and a resolution for Lakeshore Mobile Home Park.
- Approved variances for single-family home at 127 Juliustown Road (7-0)
- Approved voice vote to allow construction permit processing before resolution memorialization
- Continued Pemberton Township Volunteer Fire Company monopole application (6-0)
- Approved July 13, 2022 minutes (5-0)
- Approved resolution Z-20-2022 for Lakeshore Mobile Home Park pole barn (6-0)
08-04-22
The board approved a minor site plan for PDR Enterprises to renovate the Burger King at 102 Juliustown Road, including interior upgrades, new signage, and lighting improvements. A sign variance was granted for two logos exceeding size limits. The board also discussed the Spruce Junction redevelopment plan and voted to send a letter to the Township Council recommending a traffic study, a 50-foot buffer, and other conditions.
- Approved minor site plan for Burger King renovation with sign variance (5-0)
- Voted to send letter to Council recommending traffic study, 50-foot buffer, active recreation space, and single-family homes along Spruce Boulevard
- Approved July 7, 2022 minutes (4-0-1 abstention)
08-03-2022
The Pemberton Township Council adopted four ordinances, including a $700,000 capital ordinance for water utility improvements funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, an ordinance amending vacant and abandoned property foreclosure rules, a towing ordinance amendment, and an ordinance accepting donated properties. The council also approved multiple resolutions, including conditional redeveloper designations for the Browns Mills Shopping Center and Route 206 properties, and authorized the sale of a liquor license with a 7,500 square foot minimum. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with two council members participating by teleconference.
- Adopted Ordinance 16-2022, $700,000 ARPA grant for water utility improvements (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 18-2022, amending vacant/abandoned property foreclosure rules (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 19-2022, amending vehicle towing regulations (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 20-2022, accepting donated properties at Block 297 Lots 5 and 57 (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 232-2022, extending conditional designation of New Horizon Properties as redeveloper for Browns Mills Shopping Center (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 225-2022, conditionally designating Rockefeller Group as redeveloper for Route 206 properties (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 227-2022, authorizing public sale of Plenary Retail Distribution License with 7,500 sq ft minimum (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 229-2022, settlement agreement totaling $390,000 (4-0)
07-13-2022
The Pemberton Township Council adopted Ordinance 15-2022 (parental responsibility, parks, smoking) and Ordinance 17-2022 (vacating portions of Boro Street and Evergreen Boulevard), and introduced Ordinances 18-2022 (vacant/abandoned property foreclosure), 19-2022 (towing of vehicles), and 20-2022 (accepting gifted properties). The vote on Ordinance 16-2022, which appropriates $700,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act for water utility improvements, was tabled due to insufficient council presence. The council also approved several resolutions, including a $545,000 DEP loan for Pine Mill Dam repairs and a $36,072 emergency sewer repair contract.
- Adopted Ordinance 15-2022 amending parental responsibility, parks, and smoking codes (3-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 17-2022 vacating portions of Boro Street and Evergreen Boulevard (3-0)
- Tabled Ordinance 16-2022, $700K ARPA water utility appropriation (3-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 18-2022 on vacant/abandoned property foreclosure (3-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 19-2022 amending vehicle towing code (3-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 20-2022 accepting gifted properties Block 297 Lots 5 and 57 (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 202-2022 accepting $545,000 DEP loan for Pine Mill Dam repairs (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 203-2022 awarding $36,072 emergency sewer repair to Paetzold Construction (3-0)
07-13-22
The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a use variance and site plan waiver for a commercial kennel at 699 Goodwater (Block 522 Lot 70) in the R-1 zone, with conditions, by a 5-1 vote. The board also deemed complete an application by the Pemberton Township Volunteer Fire Company for a monopole at 703 New York Road, continuing it to the August meeting. Minutes from May 11, 2022, and a front-yard setback variance for Pacific North LLC at 244 Pemberton Blvd. were approved; a use variance for a pole barn at Lakeshore Mobile Home Park was tabled.
- Approved commercial kennel use variance and site plan waiver at 699 Goodwater (5-1)
- Deemed complete fire company monopole application at 703 New York Road, continued to August
- Approved May 11, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved front-yard setback variance for Pacific North LLC at 244 Pemberton Blvd. (unanimous)
- Tabled use variance for pole barn at Lakeshore Mobile Home Park
07-07-22
The Pemberton Township Planning Board voted to recommend that the Spruce Boulevard and Junction Road area be designated as an area in need of redevelopment or rehabilitation, based on a preliminary investigation report. The board also continued its review of a draft redevelopment plan for the same area, requesting concept plans before further action. A separate redevelopment plan for properties off Bobolink Blvd was continued to the August meeting.
- Approved June 2, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution P-16-2022, minor subdivision at 195 N Pemberton Rd (unanimous)
- Recommended Spruce Blvd/Junction Rd area as in need of redevelopment/rehabilitation (unanimous)
- Continued review of Spruce Blvd/Junction Rd redevelopment plan, requested concept plans (unanimous)
- Continued Bobolink Blvd redevelopment plan to August meeting (unanimous)
06-15-2022
The council conditionally designated New Horizon Properties as the redeveloper for the 100 Pemberton-Browns Mills Road site, which includes a proposed Wawa, retail space, and a supermarket. The council also adopted Ordinance 14-2022 amending zoning regulations, introduced three new ordinances, and approved several resolutions including a parade permit and capital budget amendment. Public comments raised concerns about a proposed warehouse on Birmingham Road and code enforcement issues.
- Conditionally designated New Horizon Properties as redeveloper for 100 Pemberton-Browns Mills Road (Resolution 189-2022)
- Adopted Ordinance 14-2022 amending zoning regulations (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 15-2022 on parental responsibility, parks, and smoking (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 16-2022 appropriating $700,000 ARPA grant for water utility (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 17-2022 vacating portions of Boro Street and Evergreen Boulevard (5-0)
- Approved parade permit for Central Jersey Tractor Pullers with alternate route (5-0)
- Approved $320,000 hot mix asphalt purchase (5-0)
- Approved $11,500 for Flock Safety camera system (4-0-1 abstention)
06-02-22
The Pemberton Township Planning Board approved a minor subdivision for a 27-acre property at 195 N. Pemberton Rd. into two agricultural lots, despite concerns about potential future uses. The board also voted to find the Birmingham Road area qualifies as an area in need of redevelopment, but included a strong recommendation against further redevelopment action. The board approved the May 5, 2022 minutes and a resolution for school district signs.
- Approved May 5, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution P-15-2022 for school district signs (unanimous)
- Approved minor subdivision for Perez property at 195 N. Pemberton Rd. (unanimous)
- Approved finding that Birmingham Road area qualifies for redevelopment, with recommendation against further action (unanimous)
06-01-2022
The Pemberton Township Council tabled a parade permit application from the Central Jersey Tractor Pullers Association for a July 17 tractor ride, citing safety concerns raised by the Police and Fire Chiefs about the proposed route through residential areas. The council also adopted a cannabis zoning ordinance and introduced a zoning amendment addressing recreational vehicles and buses. Several routine resolutions were approved, including the appointment of a new tax collector.
- Tabled Resolution 177-2022, parade permit for Central Jersey Tractor Pullers (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 10-2022, cannabis zoning amendments (3-2)
- Introduced Ordinance 14-2022, zoning amendment for RVs/buses (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 174-2022, accepting Water Carnival contributions (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 176-2022, appointing Shayla Steele as Tax Collector (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including refunds, license renewal, bond release (5-0)
- Approved Bill List dated 5/26/2022 (5-0, with one exception)
- Approved meeting minutes of May 18, 2022 (4-0-1)
05-18-2022
The Council conditionally designated Fieldstone Associates as the redeveloper for the former Burlington County College property, a 225-acre site along Rancocas Creek, with plans for 80 single-family homes, 110 townhomes, and 265 apartments. The Council also adopted the 2022 budget, approved two bond ordinances for capital improvements and property acquisition, and tabled a cannabis zoning ordinance to a future meeting. Several resolutions were approved, including contracts for sewer repairs, a new work truck, and a mobile grocery store extension.
- Conditionally designated Fieldstone Associates as redeveloper for BCC property (Resolution 155-2022)
- Adopted 2022 Township Budget (Resolution 124A-2022)
- Adopted bond ordinance for $1,778,000 capital improvements (Ordinance 12-2022)
- Adopted bond ordinance for $2,130,000 property acquisition (Ordinance 13-2022)
- Tabled cannabis zoning ordinance to June 1, 2022 (Ordinance 10-2022)
- Adopted amended Lakehurst Road Redevelopment Plan (Ordinance 11-2022)
- Approved sewer interceptor rehabilitation contract for $62,397 (Resolution 154-2022)
- Approved purchase of 2022 GMC Sierra work truck for $39,078.76 (Resolution 164-2022)
05-11-21
The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a front-yard setback variance for a porch at 244 Pemberton Blvd., granted a use variance and site plan waiver for a commercial kennel at 699 Goodwater (with conditions to be drafted), and approved a use variance and site plan waiver for a pole barn at the Lakeshore Mobile Home Park. The board also approved prior meeting minutes and two resolutions, including one honoring Albert Hopkins.
- Approved front-yard setback variance for porch at 244 Pemberton Blvd. (5-0)
- Approved use variance and site plan waiver for commercial kennel at 699 Goodwater, with conditions to be drafted (5-0)
- Approved use variance and site plan waiver for pole barn at Lakeshore Mobile Home Park (5-0)
- Approved April 13, 2022 minutes (5-0)
- Approved Resolution Z-16-2022 granting use variance for Kfort LLC (5-0)
- Approved Resolution Z-17-2022, Resolution of Appreciation for Albert Hopkins (5-0)
- Approved plan modification for Blaze Emergency Equipment Repair to replace office with bay (5-0)
05-04-2022
The council adopted two zoning ordinances: one regulating oversized vehicles and another aligning cannabis zoning with the Pinelands Commission. It also introduced two bond ordinances for capital improvements and property acquisition, and approved a consent agenda including a technology contract extension.
- Adopted Ordinance 9-2022 amending zoning for oversized vehicles (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 10-2022 amending cannabis zoning to comply with Pinelands (3-2)
- Introduced Ordinance 12-2022 bond ordinance for $1,778,000 capital improvements (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 13-2022 bond ordinance for $2,130,000 property acquisition (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $1,545 refunds, fireworks display, and technology contract extension (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 137-2022 for Treasure Island use at Water Carnival (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 139-2022 for athletic field lighting engineering contract up to $36,500 (5-0)
- Resolution 147-2022 to amend 2022 budget died for lack of motion
04-13-22
The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a use variance for Kfort, LLC at 12 Ft. Dix Road, allowing office space, light maintenance, and equipment storage for contracting companies in the NCP zone, conditioned on site plan approval. The board also continued a commercial kennel application for 699 Goodwater to May, and approved prior meeting minutes and resolutions.
- Approved Kfort, LLC use variance for office/equipment storage at 12 Ft. Dix Road, conditioned on site plan approval (5-1)
- Continued Bleacher commercial kennel application at 699 Goodwater to May
- Approved March 9, 2022 minutes (7-0)
- Approved Knaub bulk variances for deck and pole barn at 390 Magnolia Road (7-0)
- Dismissed Coley application at 71 Brandywine without prejudice (7-0)
04-07-22
The Pemberton Township Planning Board met on April 7, 2022. Due to a lack of quorum for the school district's sign application, the board voted to request three members from the Zoning Board to assist. The board also discussed and approved a letter to Council regarding Ordinance No. 9-2022 on travel trailer and boat parking, recommending changes. The March 3, 2022 minutes were approved.
- Requested three Zoning Board members for school sign application (5-0)
- Approved March 3, 2022 minutes (4-0, Brown abstained)
- Approved drafting letter to Council on Ordinance No. 9-2022 (5-0)
04-06-2022
The Township Council introduced the 2022 municipal budget with a public hearing set for May 4th, and tabled a resolution to reduce building permit fees for Deborah Heart and Lung Center due to incorrect figures. The council also approved several resolutions, including accepting a grant for the Pemberton-Browns Mills Road streetscapes project and introducing a cannabis zoning ordinance amendment.
- Introduced 2022 Municipal Budget (5-0)
- Tabled Resolution 120-2022 (Deborah Heart and Lung fee reduction) to April 20 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 119-2022 accepting Small Cities CDBG Grant for streetscapes (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 115-2022 accepting $8,750 for Distracted Driving Enforcement (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 117-2022 co-sponsoring St. Ann's Carnival (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 123-2022 urging restoration of Energy Tax Receipts (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 10-2022 amending cannabis zoning (3-2)
- Approved Consent Agenda including purchases and refunds (5-0)
03-16-2022
The Pemberton Township Council adopted Ordinance 6-2022, which restricts parking of large vehicles and trailers in certain residential zones, despite public opposition from residents who use such vehicles for work. The council also approved resolutions for a senior meals shared service agreement, temporary repayment plans for unpaid water/sewer charges, engineering design services for sewer plant roofs, and designated Equity Enterprises as redeveloper for a 55+ housing project. All votes were unanimous except for Ordinance 6-2022, which passed 4-1 with Councilwoman McCartney dissenting.
- Adopted Ordinance 6-2022 restricting large vehicle parking in residential zones (4-1)
- Approved Resolution 102-2022: Shared Service Agreement with Burlington County for Senior Meals (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 103-2022: Temporary repayment plans for unpaid water/sewer charges (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 105-2022: Engineering design services for sewer plant roofs, up to $59,200 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 109-2022: Designated Equity Enterprises as redeveloper for 55+ housing (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 7-2022: Cap bank to exceed budget appropriation limits (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 8-2022: Amended accessory structure standards, allowing two sheds (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 9-2022: Zoning amendment for heavy equipment parking, public hearing set for April 20 (5-0)
03-09-22
The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a use variance and site plan waiver for a kennel accessory to a residential use at 699 Goodwater, with conditions. The board also dismissed a withdrawn application for an accessory building at 71 Brandywine without prejudice. A use variance application for Kfort, LLC at 12 Ft. Dix Road was continued to the next meeting for additional information, with the applicant waiving the time limit for the board to act.
- Approved use variance and site plan waiver for kennel at 699 Goodwater (7-0)
- Dismissed withdrawn application for accessory building at 71 Brandywine without prejudice (7-0)
- Continued Kfort, LLC use variance application at 12 Ft. Dix Road for more information
- Approved January 12, 2022 minutes (6-0)
- Approved resolution Z-10-2022 for Claybrook & Bartz bulk variances (5-0)
- Approved resolution Z-11-2022 Annual Report for 2021 (5-0)
- Approved resolution Z-3a-2022 awarding Board Engineer contract for 2022 (5-0)
- Approved resolution Z-12-2022 of appreciation for Russell McLaughlin (7-0)
02-16-2022
The Township Council voted unanimously to reject Ordinance 1-2022, which would have amended vehicle parking and zoning rules, after extensive public comment and a sub-committee recommendation not to move forward as written. The Council also unanimously adopted Ordinance 5-2022, which prohibits the operation of all-terrain vehicles and dirt bikes on public streets and allows for their forfeiture. The Council approved a consent agenda including a $234,813.13 contract for repaving South Lakeshore Drive and a $297,362.00 state grant for its reconstruction.
- Rejected Ordinance 1-2022 (vehicles and traffic/zoning amendments) as written, with plans to draft a revised version.
- Adopted Ordinance 5-2022, prohibiting ATV and dirt bike operation on public streets and allowing vehicle forfeiture.
- Approved Resolution 75-2022, an escrow agreement with Penn Jersey Development Co. for a property study.
- Approved Resolution 76-2022, a contract with CME Associates for a Junction Road redevelopment study, not to exceed $23,500.
- Approved Resolution 79-2022, accepting a $297,362.00 NJ DOT grant for South Lakeshore Drive reconstruction.
- Approved the consent agenda, including a $234,813.13 repaving contract for South Lakeshore Drive and various refunds.
- Approved the bill list, with Councilman Allen and Council President Burton voting with exceptions for certain bills.
- Swore in Pemberton Township Fire Company officers, including Deputy Chief Alan C. South and several captains and lieutenants.
02-02-2022
The Pemberton Township Council approved the consent agenda, adopted Ordinance 4-2022 to vacate portions of Boro Street and Evergreen Boulevard, and introduced Ordinance 5-2022 to prohibit ATV and dirt bike operation on public streets, with a public hearing set for February 16, 2022. They also authorized applications for two FEMA SAFER grants for firefighter and EMT recruitment and retention. All votes were unanimous.
- Adopted Ordinance 4-2022 vacating portions of Boro Street and Evergreen Boulevard (unanimous)
- Introduced Ordinance 5-2022 prohibiting ATV/dirt bike operation on public streets (unanimous)
- Authorized FEMA SAFER grant applications for firefighter/EMT recruitment and retention (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including refunds, shared services, waste contract, and purchases (unanimous)
- Approved boiler replacement for $8,600 (part of consent agenda)
- Approved 2022 annual license renewals including motels (part of consent agenda)
- Approved NJ State Fireman's Association membership for David D. Doty (part of consent agenda)
- Adopted Bill List dated 1/27/2022 (unanimous, with Councilman Allen's exception for NJ State Police/AG bills)
01-19-2022
The Pemberton Township Council adopted Ordinance 2-2022 approving the Lakehurst Road Redevelopment Plan, with an amendment changing the affordable housing requirement from a minimum of 20% to 'up to 20%'. The council also approved contracts for fuel system replacement and special counsel, and introduced an ordinance to vacate portions of Boro Street and Evergreen Boulevard.
- Adopted Ordinance 2-2022 (Lakehurst Road Redevelopment Plan) as amended (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 51-2022 appointing Special Counsel Pool (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 58-2022 contract with E.O. Habhegger for fuel system replacement ($42,750 + $8,000) (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 4-2022 to vacate portions of Boro Street and Evergreen Boulevard (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including routine refunds, appointments, and contracts (5-0)
- Approved Bill List dated 1/13/2022 (with exceptions noted by Allen and Burton)
01-05-2022
The Pemberton Township Council reorganized for 2022, appointing Gaye Burton as Council President and approving numerous appointments and routine resolutions. The Council approved a $725,879 contract for the West Side Water System Project and introduced two ordinances: one restricting vehicle parking in residential zones and another approving the Lakehurst Road Redevelopment Plan. All votes were unanimous.
- Appointed Gaye Burton as Council President for 2022 (5-0)
- Approved $725,879 contract with ARH Associates for West Side Water System Project (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 1-2022 amending vehicle parking and zoning codes (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 2-2022 approving Lakehurst Road Redevelopment Plan (5-0)
- Approved temporary municipal budgets for 2022 (5-0)
- Approved $17,973.25 for fire department turnout gear (5-0)
- Approved $23,484.00 for rock salt purchase (5-0)
- Approved $81,858.00 transfer of funds in 2021 budget (5-0)