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Pemberton public meetings in 2025

43 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 17, 2025

12-17-25

✓ Decided: Council approves $565,865.87 Jet-Vac truck purchase (3-2)

The Pemberton Township Council approved the purchase of a new Jet-Vac truck for $565,865.87 despite concerns about budget and timing, with a 3-2 vote. They also adopted two ordinances, including one amending the Spruce Boulevard/Junction Road redevelopment plan and another increasing capital appropriations. The council approved a police union collective negotiations agreement and several other resolutions, but a copier lease purchase died for lack of a motion. The bill list was approved with several holds, including a $272,440 payment for ball field lights pending inspection.

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Wed Dec 10, 2025

12-10-25

✓ Decided: Solar array use variance continued; Placek amendment approved

The board continued the JZE Solar application for a use variance to build a solar array on a split-zoned parcel at 244 Ft. Dix Rd, after the applicant agreed to increase the buffer to 50 feet, raise the fence to 8 feet, and enlarge trees to 6-8 feet. The board also approved an amendment to the Placek application at 332 & 326 Trenton Rd, removing 332 Trenton Rd and adding 324 Trenton Rd, with conditions. A resolution for a minor subdivision at 530 Lakehurst Rd was held until the next meeting.

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Wed Dec 3, 2025

12-03-25

✓ Decided: Council approved Resolution 327‑2025 to enter a closed session

The council moved to a closed session by adopting Resolution 327‑2025. The motion was introduced by Councilmen Harper and Doyle and was approved by Councilmen Harper, Doyle, Dewey, and Ward. No further action was taken during the closed session.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025

11-17-25

✓ Decided: Council approved $60,229.28 purchase of three new Ford utility interceptors

The council did not adopt resolution 303-2025 to enter a closed session. It approved routine refunds (304-2025) and a special revenue item (305-2025) as part of the consent agenda. The council also approved contracts for three Ford utility interceptors ($60,229.28), employee medical benefits, an increased award to Main Pool ($51,554.0 0), and a wastewater pump repair. Resolution 306-2025 was pulled from the consent agenda for later consideration.

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Thu Nov 13, 2025

11-13-25

✓ Decided: Pemberton Zoning Board approves 5-2 subdivision with conditions

The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a minor subdivision with bulk variances for the property at Block 588 Lot 4, splitting a 66,496 sq ft lot into a commercial lot (Lot A) and a residential lot (Lot B). The approval includes conditions such as utility easements, maintenance agreements, a limit on daycare enrollment, and a requirement that any future use changes return to the board. The board also memorialized a prior approval for a minor subdivision at 38 & 42 Clubhouse Road and noted the cancellation of a solar application by JZE Solar, which will be rescheduled.

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Wed Oct 15, 2025

10-15-25

✓ Decided: Council approved $490k and $280k litigation settlements

The Township Council voted to settle two lawsuits, authorizing a $490,000 payment to Belinda Fontanez and a $280,000 payment to Donna DiPalma. Both resolutions (301‑2025 and 302‑2025) passed unanimously. The Council also approved the consent agenda, which included routine refunds, farmland preservation, service contracts, and several grant authorizations, and adopted a collective bargaining agreement (Resolution 289‑2025) with a 4‑1 vote.

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Wed Oct 8, 2025

10-08-25

✓ Decided: Zoning board approves variance and subdivision for Brandywine and Clubhouse properties

The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a side yard setback and bulk variance for 24 Brandywine Road (Resolution Z-11-2025) and approved a minor subdivision for 38 & 42 Clubhouse Road to bring Lot 3 closer to compliance. The board also postponed the JZE Solar application hearing to the November 13, 2025 meeting.

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Thu Oct 2, 2025

10-02-25

✓ Decided: Planning board approves subdivision, reviews affordable housing ordinance

The Pemberton Township Planning Board approved a minor subdivision for Heather and Jay Hussmann at 32 & 34 Arneys Mount Road, with variances and waivers. The board also reviewed Ordinance No. 29-2025 amending the Affordable Housing chapter, finding it consistent with the master plan but attaching concerns and recommendations for Town Council clarification. The board will send a letter to Council with three recommendations.

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Wed Oct 1, 2025

10-01-25

✓ Decided: Council approved a closed‑session authorization (Resolution 283‑2025)

The council voted to enter a closed session by adopting Resolution 283‑2025. Councilmembers Harper, Dewey, Ward, and Doyle each voted yes, and the motion carried. No other formal actions or votes were recorded in the meeting minutes.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

09-17-25

✓ Decided: Council overrides mayor’s veto to set 2025 township employee salaries

The Township Council approved a series of resolutions, including overriding the mayor’s veto of the ordinance establishing 2025 salaries and wages for certain employees. It also approved routine refunds, a disabled‑veteran tax refund, increased engineering services payment, a radio meter maintenance agreement, closure of an escrow sub‑account, and purchase of four new 2026 Ford utility interceptors. All items were adopted by unanimous vote of the five council members present.

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Wed Sep 10, 2025

09-10-25

✓ Decided: Zoning board approves 880 sq ft home addition variance

The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a bulk variance for Ron Smolskis to build an 880 sq ft addition to his home at 24 Brandywine Rd. The variance was needed to meet the side-yard setback requirement. The board also approved the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes.

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Thu Sep 4, 2025

09-04-25

✓ Decided: Planning board approves minor subdivision with 7 variances

The Pemberton Township Planning Board approved a minor subdivision application by Jay Hussmann for properties at 32 & 34 Arneys Mount Rd, which will relocate a lot line and create two new lots. The approval includes seven C-class variances, including lot area and depth variances, and was granted unanimously. The board also reviewed Ordinance 27-2025, an affordable housing amendment, and found it consistent with the Master Plan.

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Wed Sep 3, 2025

09-03-25

✓ Decided: Council approves $754,408.48 grant for Safe Routes to School project

The Township Council approved the consent agenda, which included accepting a $754,408.48 grant for the SRTS Phase I Busansky/Emmons multimodal improvement project. The council also authorized a purchase of hot‑mix asphalt up to $206,681 and contracts with ERI for construction‑management services on roadway projects. Resolutions 267‑2025 and 274‑2025 were pulled from the consent agenda for later consideration, and park‑grant closures were approved.

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Wed Aug 20, 2025

08-20-25

✓ Decided: Township approved $40,250 bulk water main parts contract

The council approved several routine resolutions and contracts, including a $40,250 purchase of bulk water main parts. It also approved the temporary relaxation of alcohol sales hours and appointed Kendall Brunson as Director of Recreation & Senior Services. A motion to enter a closed session was rejected and a qualified purchasing agent appointment failed.

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Wed Aug 13, 2025

08-13-25

✓ Decided: Zoning board approves garage expansion resolution, postpones mixed-use application

The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved Resolution Z-10-2025, which memorializes preliminary and final site plan approval for expanding a garage/workshop from 6,200 to 7,200 square feet at 332 & 326 Trenton Road. The board also postponed the application for a 10,400 SF mixed-use building at 122 S Pemberton Rd to September 10, 2025, and approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes.

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Wed Aug 6, 2025

08-06-25

✓ Decided: Council approved three items, including a closed‑session authorization

The council voted to authorize a closed session (Resolution 218‑2025). It then approved Resolution 21‑8‑2025. Finally, the council added Resolution 247‑2025 and Ordinance 24‑2025 to the agenda.

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Mon Jul 28, 2025

07-28-25

✓ Decided: Planning board appoints litigation counsel, approves minor subdivision

The Pemberton Township Planning Board appointed Campbell Rocco Law as litigation counsel and granted minor subdivision approval to MTL Homes LLC for 211 Shoshoni Trail. Both resolutions passed unanimously. The board also approved the June 23, 2025 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Wed Jul 16, 2025

07-16-25

✓ Decided: Township adopts 2025 municipal budget

The council approved the 2025 municipal budget, including an amendment to the capital budget, with unanimous votes on most items. Council President Bianchini stated there would be no municipal tax increase for the upcoming year. The council also authorized a closed‑session for contract negotiations.

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Wed Jul 9, 2025

07-09-25

✓ Decided: Zoning board approves expanded garage and site plan for Trenton Rd property

The Pemberton Township Zoning Board approved application ZB0225 for 332 & 326 Trenton Rd, granting bulk variances and preliminary and final major site plan approval. The approval allows extending an attached garage from 6,200 to 7,200 sq ft and includes a restoration plan for demolished structures. The board also carried application PB0125 to the August meeting and approved the May 14 minutes.

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Mon Jul 7, 2025

07-07-25

✓ Decided: Council approved resolution demanding Mayor Tompkins resign immediately

The council authorized a closed session and approved Resolution 208-2025 concerning a personnel matter. Later, the council adopted Resolution 207-2025 calling on Mayor Jack K. Tompkins to resign effective immediately. Both resolutions were carried with unanimous affirmative votes from the members present.

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Mon Jun 23, 2025

06-23-25

✓ Decided: Planning board approves minor subdivision for MTL Homes on Shoshoni Trail

The Pemberton Township Planning Board approved a minor subdivision for MTL Homes LLC, dividing the property at 211 Shoshoni Trail into two lots. The approval includes a variance for the existing house's front porch setback. The board also approved the minutes from two prior meetings.

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Wed Jun 18, 2025

06-18-25

✓ Decided: Council approved the 2025‑2035 Fourth Round Housing Plan and Fair Share Plan

The council adopted the 2025‑2035 Fourth Round Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan for Pemberton Township. It also authorized a closed‑session meeting (Resolution 187‑2025) and approved the June 2 and June 4 meeting minutes. No other formal actions were taken during the closed session.

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Mon Jun 9, 2025

06-09-25

✓ Decided: Planning board adopts 2025-2035 housing plan, approves withdrawal of subdivision application

The Pemberton Township Planning Board adopted the 2025-2035 Fourth Round Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan (Resolution P-20-2025) with a 6-1 vote, Councilman Dewey dissenting. The board also approved the withdrawal of GJB Development LLC's subdivision application without prejudice (Resolution P-19-2025). The July 3rd regular meeting was cancelled due to the holiday and summer hours.

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Thu Jun 5, 2025

06-05-25

✓ Decided: Planning board deems MTL Homes subdivision complete, withdraws GJB application

The Pemberton Township Planning Board deemed the MTL Homes LLC minor subdivision application complete, allowing it to proceed. The board also formally denied the GJB preliminary and final major subdivision application without prejudice, as the applicant withdrew it. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:14 PM.

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Wed Jun 4, 2025

06-04-25

✓ Decided: Council approved a $20,000 grant for the volunteer fire department

The council approved the Bill List after a vote of 4-0 with one abstention. It approved the purchase of fire‑department PPE costing $18,492.20 and two public‑works flash cameras costing $16,995.00, each by a 5‑0 vote. The consent agenda was adopted, including Resolution 186‑2025 to accept $20,000 from the Haines Family Foundation for the volunteer fire department and routine refunds of $765.00. No items were denied.

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Mon Jun 2, 2025

06-02-25

✓ Decided: Council discussed 2025 budget; no formal approvals or votes taken

The council held a special budget meeting to discuss the 2025 municipal budget. Members reviewed items such as the fire‑department grant, employee salary increases, and revenue shortfalls, but no motions were voted on or approved. The council said the budget will be formally introduced at the June 18, 2025 meeting.

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Wed May 21, 2025

05-21-25

✓ Decided: Council appointed Matthew Bianchini as Council President for the rest of 2025

The Township Council elected Matthew Bianchini to serve as Council President for the remainder of 2025. The Council approved a revised Consent Agenda that enacted numerous routine resolutions, including refunds, a business continuity plan, technology policy, and equipment purchases. It also approved temporary operating budget amendments and voted to table two specific resolutions. A motion to enter Closed Session was also approved.

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Wed May 14, 2025

05-14-25

✓ Decided: Zoning board continues minor subdivision application for 530 Lakehurst Rd

The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment voted to continue the minor subdivision application for 530 Lakehurst Rd (Block 855 Lot 4) to a future meeting, allowing more time for the applicant to provide additional information and for board professionals to review concerns. The board also memorialized the withdrawal of application ZB04-24 for 2 Juliustown Road and approved the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes.

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Wed May 7, 2025

05-07-25

✓ Decided: Council approved special use permit for BSA Troop 397 flower sale

The council authorized a closed‑session for potential litigation and contract negotiations. It approved the amended consent agenda, including eight routine resolutions, and adopted Resolution 154‑2025. The council also approved a special use permit for BSA Troop 397’s Mother’s Day flower sale and accepted firefighter relief association applications for Charles J. Dell.

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Thu May 1, 2025

05-01-25

✓ Decided: Planning board deems minor subdivision complete with conditions

The Pemberton Township Planning Board deemed the minor subdivision application PB0325 for 34 Arneys Mount Rd complete, contingent on the applicant correcting survey issues and providing documentation about filled wetlands. The board also approved an amendment to Resolution P-10-2025 to schedule a special meeting for a public hearing on the 2025-2035 Housing Plan, and found Ordinance 7-2025 (permitting agriculture in the GCLI zone) consistent with the Master Plan, creating a subcommittee to update the agriculture definition.

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Wed Apr 16, 2025

04-16-25

✓ Decided: Council approved $127,638 contract for park and playground equipment

The Township Council approved a $127,638 contract with General Recreation, Inc. for park and playground equipment (Resolution 141‑2025). It also authorized up to $5,000 from the opioid settlement for substance‑use prevention (Resolution 140‑2025). Several routine items were adopted, including $800 in refunds, a release agreement with Burlington County for National Night Out, and the cancellation of water‑utility appropriation balances.

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Thu Apr 3, 2025

04-03-25

✓ Decided: Planning board dismisses two warehouse applications; farms to be preserved

The Pemberton Township Planning Board dismissed two major site plan applications (PB0223 and PB0123) from Pannattoni for light industrial/distribution warehouses along the Rt 206 Corridor, without prejudice, after the applicant withdrew due to losing the purchase contract. The parcels are being placed into Farmland Preservation by the State Agricultural Development Committee. The board also authorized an RFP for a conflict attorney to handle anticipated litigation, and formed a subcommittee to revise the Master Plan.

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Wed Apr 2, 2025

04-02-25

✓ Decided: Council voted to demand Mayor Tompkins’ resignation.

The Township Council approved a resolution expressing disapproval of Mayor Jack K. Tompkins and demanding his resignation. It also approved a settlement of the Pittman litigation, denied a professional services contract for sewer rate analysis, and adopted an ordinance establishing township salaries and benefits. Additional actions included appointing members to the Economic and Business Development Committee, approving a special‑use permit for an Easter flower sale, and adopting the bill list with removal of ARH bills.

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Mon Mar 24, 2025

03-24-25

✓ Decided: Planning board memorializes approvals for Greenberg Farm and Pemberton Commons

The Pemberton Township Planning Board met on March 24, 2025, and memorialized two previously approved resolutions. Resolution P-14-2025 granted final major subdivision approval for phases 2-5 of the Greenberg Farm development, with a condition that development stops if water supply runs out. Resolution P-15-2025 granted preliminary and final major site plan approval to New Horizons, LLC for the Pemberton Commons development, with a note that any plan changes must return to the board. The board also discussed a future memorialization resolution for Equity Enterprise, but took no action on it.

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Wed Mar 19, 2025

03-19-25

✓ Decided: Council approved Resolution 101‑2025 to enter closed session

The council voted to authorize a closed‑session meeting by adopting Resolution 101‑2025. The motion was introduced by Councilmembers Doyle and Harper and was unanimously approved by all five members present. No other formal actions or votes were recorded in this meeting.

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Wed Mar 12, 2025

03-12-25

✓ Decided: Zoning board denies site plan waiver for gas station grocery store

The Pemberton Township Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a site plan waiver for Investor Management LLC's proposal to add a specialty grocery store to a Shell gas station at 2 Juliustown Road. The board voted unanimously to deny the waiver, citing concerns about parking, pedestrian safety, and the need for a full site plan review. The application was continued to the April hearing to allow the applicant to decide whether to return to the zoning board or apply to the planning board.

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Wed Mar 5, 2025

03-05-25

✓ Decided: Council rejects CAP ordinance, adopts Human Relations Commission

The council voted unanimously not to adopt the 2025 CAP ordinance, which would have allowed exceeding municipal budget appropriation limits. They also adopted Ordinance 5-2025, amending the Human Relations Commission, and approved several resolutions and new business items, including a $14,800 senior center painting contract and $4,685 for PFAS testing. The meeting included extensive public comment and discussion of the Mayor's conduct, with several council members calling for his resignation.

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Wed Feb 19, 2025

02-19-25

✓ Decided: Council approves UEZ plan, bonds, and multiple contracts

The Pemberton Township Council held its regular meeting on February 19, 2025, approving a range of resolutions and ordinances. Key actions included adopting the UEZ 5-Year Plan presentation, approving bonds for water infrastructure, and passing ordinances on economic development and veterans advisory. Several resolutions were tabled for further review, and the council rejected a resolution supporting online legal notices.

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Thu Feb 6, 2025

02-06-25

✓ Decided: Planning board approves minor subdivision and variances on Ft. Dix Road

The Pemberton Township Planning Board approved a minor subdivision application (PB 0324) by Dave & Karen Kritz to subdivide a portion of lot 20 into lots 19 and 21 at 115 Ft. Dix Road. The approval includes variances and a condition for a water supply easement to the Emmons property. The board also approved minutes from three prior meetings and entered closed session for personnel discussions.

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Wed Feb 5, 2025

02-05-25

✓ Decided: Council approves $295,878 dump truck purchase minus towing package

The Pemberton Township Council approved the purchase of a 2025 Kenworth T480 dump truck for $295,878.30, minus the towing package, after discussion. The council also introduced three ordinances, including one to establish an Economic and Business Development Committee, and approved several resolutions and consent agenda items. No formal action was taken after closed sessions.

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Wed Jan 15, 2025

01-15-25

✓ Decided: Council approves affordable housing commitment, extends contracts

The council approved a resolution committing to Round 4 affordable housing obligations, with plans to appeal the number, and extended contracts for lab testing and chemical supply. Several routine resolutions were passed, including refunds, an electronic tax sale, and zoning board appointments. A mobile home park license renewal was tabled pending further review.

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Thu Jan 9, 2025

01-09-25

✓ Decided: Pemberton Planning Board reorganizes, appoints officers and professionals

The Pemberton Township Planning Board held its 2025 reorganization meeting, swearing in new and returning members and appointing officers and professionals. The board approved resolutions appointing the attorney, planner, engineers, and other professionals, with some votes split. Public comment included criticism over the non-reappointment of Rick Brown and former Chairman Borders.

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Wed Jan 1, 2025

01-01-25

✓ Decided: Pemberton Council reorganizes, appoints Ward president, adopts temporary budgets

The Pemberton Township Council held its reorganization and regular meeting on January 1, 2025, swearing in new members and appointing Joshua Ward as Council President. The Council adopted temporary municipal budgets for 2025, approved numerous appointments and professional contracts, and tabled two resolutions related to the Business Administrator position until it is filled. The meeting included public comments on transparency, development, and community concerns, but no other substantive decisions were made.

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