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TenaflyNJ averageUS Census ACS
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15,252
Per-capita income
$105,188
Median home value
$974,300
Bachelor's or higher
79%
Typical home value $1,337,597 +9% yr/yr · +41.7% 5-yr
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Fri Aug 28, 2026

Mayor & Council

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Borough of Tenafly SPECIAL MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL Friday, August 28, 2026, 11:00 A.M. VIA ZOOM MAYOR AND COUNCIL AGENDA Mayor Mark Zinna will preside with the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: "IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, P.L. 1975, chapter 231, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. THE MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR ARE CONFIRMED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING, ARE POSTED ON THE PUBLIC BULLETIN BOARD IN THE LOBBY OF THE MUNICIPAL CENTER AND PUBLISHED IN THE RECORD WITHIN THE FIRST 10 DAYS OF THE NEW YEAR. NOTICE OF THIS SPECIAL MEETING VIA THE AUGUST 25, 2026 SUNSHINE NOTICE HAS BEEN SENT TO THE RECORD, SUBURBANITE, NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS, AND HAS BEEN POSTED ON THE BULLETIN BOARD AND BOROUGH WEBSITE" 1. SALUTE TO THE FLAG 2. ROLL CALL 3. Public Comments: Audience members wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the governing body. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. 4. CONSENT AGENDA A. Resolution R26-298 – Authorize Purchase of 990ECO Combination Sewer Cleaner - Department of Public Works 5. Minutes to be approved: April 21, 2026 Mayor and Council Meeting - Amended 6. ADJOURNMENT
Wed Aug 26, 2026

Planning Board

Tenafly Planning Board meeting on August 26, 2026, is cancelled.

The Tenafly Planning Board has cancelled its regular public meeting scheduled for August 26, 2026. The agenda contains no substantive items, decisions, or discussions. The next scheduled meeting is a Work Session on September 9, 2026.

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1 | P a g e CANCELLED TENAFLY PLANNING BOARD REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA August 26, 2026 at 7:30pm Chairperson Wilmit to preside-Open Public Meetings Act Statement: In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record, The Star Ledger, The Suburbanite and The Northern Valley Press, posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the Municipal Center, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all of which occurred on December 16, 2025, for the 2026 calendar year. ROLL CALL NEXT MEETING Wednesday, September 9, 2026 Work Session Meeting
Wed Aug 12, 2026

Planning Board

Tenafly Planning Board August 12 meeting cancelled

The Tenafly Planning Board's regular public meeting scheduled for August 12, 2026, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural items (roll call, minutes, next meeting date), with no substantive business listed.

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CANCELLED TENAFLY PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA August 12, 2026 at 7:30pm Chairperson Wilmit to preside-Open Public Meetings Act Statement: In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record, The Star Ledger, The Suburbanite and The Northern Valley Press, posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the Municipal Center, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all of which occurred on December 16, 2025, for the 2026 calendar year. ROLL CALL MINUTES NEXT MEETING Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Regular Public Meeting
Mon Aug 10, 2026

Mayor & Council

Tenafly Council to introduce Complete Streets ordinance, discuss tree rules and ranked-choice voting

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will consider several policy items, including an update on the Complete Streets initiative, a protocol for an electronic sign on Rt. 9W and East Clinton Avenue, reform of the tree management ordinance, and a ranked-choice voting proposal. The council will also introduce Ordinance No. 26-22, which establishes a Complete and Context-Sensitive Streets Policy, and will vote on a consent agenda with resolutions for contracts, refunds, and other administrative actions.

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Borough of Tenafly MAYOR AND COUNCIL MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026, 7:30 P.M. MAYOR AND COUNCIL AGENDA Mayor Mark Zinna will preside with the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: "IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, P.L. 1975, chapter 231, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. THE MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR ARE CONFIRMED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING, ARE POSTED ON THE PUBLIC BULLETIN BOARD IN THE LOBBY OF THE MUNICIPAL CENTER AND PUBLISHED IN THE RECORD WITHIN THE FIRST 10 DAYS OF THE NEW YEAR." 1. SALUTE TO THE FLAG 2. ROLL CALL 3. TO BE CONSIDERED A. Complete Streets Update B. Electronic Sign Protocol – Rt. 9W and East Clinton Avenue C. Reform of Tree Management Ordinance and Practices D. Ranked Choice Voting (C. Dayton) 4. PUBLIC COMMENT: Audience members wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the governing body items on the Agenda. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. 5. ADMINISTRATOR REPORT A. Update Memo 6. CORRESPONDENCE A. D. Birkenfeld RE: Block Party Request 7. NEW BUSINESS A. Introduction of Ordinance Motion that the following ordinances be introduced and passed on first reading and setting September 8, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard as the date and time and the Tenafly Municipal Center as the place for a hearing on said ordinance. ORDINANCE NO. 26 - 22 – AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A COMPLE …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026

Mayor & Council

Tenafly Council to introduce Complete Streets ordinance, discuss tree rules, food trucks

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will consider several policy items, including an update on the Complete Streets initiative, a proposed electronic sign protocol for Rt. 9W and East Clinton Avenue, reform of the tree management ordinance, ranked choice voting, and food truck regulations. The council will also introduce Ordinance 26-22, which establishes a Complete and Context-Sensitive Streets Policy, and vote on a consent agenda with resolutions for expenditures, refunds, contracts, and other administrative matters.

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Borough of Tenafly MAYOR AND COUNCIL MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026, 7:30 P.M. MAYOR AND COUNCIL AGENDA Mayor Mark Zinna will preside with the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: "IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, P.L. 1975, chapter 231, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. THE MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR ARE CONFIRMED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING, ARE POSTED ON THE PUBLIC BULLETIN BOARD IN THE LOBBY OF THE MUNICIPAL CENTER AND PUBLISHED IN THE RECORD WITHIN THE FIRST 10 DAYS OF THE NEW YEAR." 1. SALUTE TO THE FLAG 2. ROLL CALL 3. TO BE CONSIDERED A. Complete Streets Update B. Electronic Sign Protocol – Rt. 9W and East Clinton Avenue C. Reform of Tree Management Ordinance and Practices D. Ranked Choice Voting (C. Dayton) E. Food Trucks 4. PUBLIC COMMENT: Audience members wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the governing body items on the Agenda. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. 5. ADMINISTRATOR REPORT A. Update Memo 6. CORRESPONDENCE A. D. Birkenfeld RE: Block Party Request 7. NEW BUSINESS A. Introduction of Ordinance Motion that the following ordinances be introduced and passed on first reading and setting September 8, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard as the date and time and the Tenafly Municipal Center as the place for a hearing on said ordinance. ORDINANCE NO. 26 - 22 – AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A COMPLETE AND CONTEXT- SENSITIVE STREETS POLICY AND SUPPLEMENTIN …
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Wed Jul 29, 2026

Mayor & Council

Special meeting to reject bids and negotiate traffic project contracts

The Mayor and Council will hold a special Zoom meeting to decide on rejecting all bids for the Mahan St Crossing and Riveredge Rd Alternate projects and to authorize contract negotiations. They will also consider a professional services agreement with a traffic engineer.

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Borough of Tenafly SPECIAL MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL WEDNES DAY , July 29 , 202 6 , 5 :30 P .M. VIA ZOOM MAYOR AND COUNCIL AGENDA Mayor Mark Zinna will preside with the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: "IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, P.L. 1975, chapter 231, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. THE MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR ARE CONFIRMED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING, ARE POSTED ON THE PUBLIC BULLETIN BOARD IN THE LOBBY OF THE MUNICIPAL CENTER AND PUBLISHED IN THE RECORD WITHIN THE FIRST 10 DAYS OF THE NEW YEAR. NOTICE OF THIS SPECIAL MEETING VIA THE JULY 27 , 2026 SUNSHINE NOTICE HAS BEEN SENT TO THE RECORD, SUBURBANITE, NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS, AND HAS BEEN POSTED ON THE BULLETIN BOARD AND BOROUGH WEBSITE " 1. SALUTE TO THE FLAG 2. ROLL CALL 3 . Public Comments: Audience members wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the governing body. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. 4 . RESOLUTIONS A. R ESOLUTION R26- 283 REJECT ALL BIDS FROM THE MAHAN ST CROSSING AND RIVEREDGE RD ALTERNATE AND AUTHORIZE THE BOROUGH ADMINISTRATOR AND TRAFFIC ENGINEER TO NEGOTIATE A CONTRACT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LOCAL PUBLIC CONTRACTS LAW. B. RESOLUTION R26-284 AUTHORIZE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH TRAFFIC ENGINEER. 5 . ADJOURNMENT
Wed Jul 22, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board to hold public hearing for 33 Engle Street site plan

The Tenafly Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a site plan for 33 Engle Street. The board will also administer the oath of office for a first alternate member.

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1 | Page TENAFLY PLANNING BOARD REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA July 22, 2026 at 7:30pm Chairperson Wilmit to preside-Open Public Meetings Act Statement: In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record, The Star Ledger, The Suburbanite and The Northern Valley Press, posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the Municipal Center, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all of which occurred on December 16, 2025, for the 2026 calendar year. ROLL CALL OATH OF OFFICE • Joan Toro, 1st Alternate, 2 year term expiring 1/1/2028 (unexpired Baldini) PUBLIC HEARING • PB# 1-26-07, Site Plan 33 Engle Street, Block 2006, Lot 7 Applicant: 33 Engle LLC NEXT MEETING Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Work Session Meeting
Mon Jul 20, 2026

Welcome Committee

✓ Decided: Welcome Committee approves updated banner and plans Sept. 9 event

The Tenafly Welcome Committee approved the June meeting minutes and an updated banner. They also finalized plans for the New Residents' event on September 9, 2026, and reported that postcards were sent to 48 new residents in June. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Approved 8/17/26 Tenafly Welcome! July 20, 2026 Next Meeting Date. August 17, 2026 at Borough Hall/McCandless Room Attendance: Roxana Surrey, Phyllis Lin, Constantine Rigas, Lilly Lee, Nini Wong, Yulia Sandler, Doreen Hawkins Minutes Review June minutes were approved Chairperson’s Report - Roxana Surrey  As of July updated postcards will be sent to new residents Events Planning – Roxana Surrey  New Residents’ event September 9, 2026 Board of Ed will supply school information to be added to Welcome! bags New Resident survey has been updated Invitations and address labels were added to envelopes Banner was approved and updated Instagram - Phyllis Lin & THS student volunteer Anna Yoon  88 Followers Web Site – Phyllis Lin  May meeting minutes were posted New Residents – Roxana Surrey & Phyllis Lin  June new residents: 48  Postcards mailed to June New Residents New Business
Mon Jul 13, 2026

Mayor & Council

Tenafly considers $1.6 million in bonds for safety projects and equipment

The Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on four ordinances, including two bond ordinances for infrastructure and equipment. The body will also consider a consent agenda featuring various contracts, grants, and liquor license renewals.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $1M bond for transportation safety project

The Tenafly Mayor and Council approved four ordinances, including a $1 million bond ordinance for the planning and design phase of a transportation and pedestrian safety improvement project, and a $600,000 bond for a new sewer jetter/vacuum machine. The council also approved a consent agenda with 21 resolutions, including designating a redeveloper and authorizing a payment in lieu of parking agreement. A presentation on an AI-based street scanning program was given, and the council discussed the amphitheater project and traffic signal improvements.

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Borough of Tenafly MAYOR AND COUNCIL MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026, 7:30 P.M. MAYOR AND COUNCIL AGENDA Mayor Mark Zinna will preside with the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: "IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, P.L. 1975, chapter 231, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. THE MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR ARE CONFIRMED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING, ARE POSTED ON THE PUBLIC BULLETIN BOARD IN THE LOBBY OF THE MUNICIPAL CENTER AND PUBLISHED IN THE RECORD WITHIN THE FIRST 10 DAYS OF THE NEW YEAR." 1. SALUTE TO THE FLAG 2. ROLL CALL 3. CLOSED SESSION A. Attorney-Client Privilege 1. Litigation 4. PRESENTATION A. Street Scanning 5. TO BE CONSIDERED A. Traffic/Special Project Engineer Update 6. PUBLIC COMMENT: Audience members wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the governing body items on the Agenda. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. 7. ADMINISTRATOR REPORT A. Update Memo 8. CORRESPONDENCE A. H. Makin RE: Block Party Request 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Ordinances: The following ordinance published herewith was first read by title only on June 23, 2026 and posted on the bulletin board of the lobby of the municipal center. ORDINANCE NO. 26 - 18 – BOND ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE UNDERTAKING OF THE PLANNING AND DESIGN PHASE OF THE TRANSPORTATION AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT IN, BY AND FOR THE BOROUGH OF TENAFLY, IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, S …
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Borough of Tenafly MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026 PRESENT: Mayor Mark Zinna and Councilmembers Jamie Corsair, Adam Michaels, Councilmember Julie O’ Connor Councilmember John Roglieriand Jennifer Jackson ABSENT: Councilmember Lauren Dayton ALSO PRESENT: Borough Administrator David P. Fanslau Borough Attorney Wendy Rubinstein Borough Clerk Omar Stovall Chief Financial Officer Susan Corrado At 7:33 p.m. Mayor Zinna read the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: “In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act P.L. 1975, chapter 231, the notice requirements have been satisfied. Meeting dates for the year are listed in the Annual Agenda; copies are sent to the Record, Suburbanite, and Northern Valley Press and posted on the bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center.” The Salute to the Flag was led by Mayor Zinna CLOSED SESSION Mayor Zinna recognized Borough Attorney Wendy Rubinstein who read into the record Resolution 26-261. BE IT RESOLVED in compliance with NJSA 10:4-12, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Tenafly are going into Closed Executive Session to discuss the following matters: A. Attorney-Client Privilege 1. Litigation PRESENTATION Street Scanning Director of DPW Pat Mason provided a presentation of an application through AI that show the condition of the road from maintenance to street signs, manhole. C. Michaels asked what the average in New Jersey is. Mr. Mason expre …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission to discuss 76 Magnolia Avenue

The Commission will meet to approve the April 9, 2026 minutes and hold an informal discussion regarding 76 Magnolia Avenue.

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TENAFLY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA July 9, 2026 @ 7:30PM Open Public Meetings Law -In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, P.L. 1975, Chapter 231, the notice requirements have been satisfied. Meeting dates for the year are posted on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center and sent to The Record, Suburbanite, and Northern Valley Press. Copies of all revised or additional meeting notices are sent via email to The Record, Suburbanite and Northern Valley Press and are posted on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center. ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES ● April 9, 2026 Minutes INFORMAL DISCUSSION • Informal Discussion 76 Magnolia Avenue UPDATES FROM COUNCIL LIAISON PUBLIC COMMENT ● Members of the Public wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the Commission regarding items on the Agenda. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. Next Meeting will be on September 3, 2026
Wed Jul 8, 2026

Planning Board

Meeting cancelled; no agenda items discussed

The Tenafly Planning Board public meeting scheduled for July 8, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were presented, so the board will not make any decisions or discuss proposals at this meeting. The next regular public meeting is set for Wednesday, July 22, 2026.

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CANCELLED TENAFLY PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA July 8, 2026 at 7:30pm Chairperson Wilmit to preside-Open Public Meetings Act Statement: In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record, The Star Ledger, The Suburbanite and The Northern Valley Press, posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the Municipal Center, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all of which occurred on December 16, 2025, for the 2026 calendar year. ROLL CALL MINUTES NEXT MEETING Wednesday, July 22, 2026 Regular Public Meeting
Mon Jul 6, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Hubert family seeks two‑story addition and driveway rebuild at 47 Norman Place

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a resolution to permit a 25‑foot recreational vehicle to park on the side yard of 14 Walnut Drive (ZB-2026-05). It will also review an application for a two‑story rear addition, a one‑story front addition, driveway reconstruction, rear patio and interior renovations at 47 Norman Place (ZB-2026-07). A third application proposes an in‑ground swimming pool and spa at 397 Knickerbocker Road (ZB-2026-04).

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✓ Decided: Tenafly board denies pool variance, carries Hubert addition to August

The Tenafly Board of Adjustment denied Bulent Alagoz's application for an in-ground pool and spa at 397 Knickerbocker Road (6-1), citing non-conforming impervious coverage and the size of the request. The board also carried Jonathan & Maya Hubert's application for a two-story rear addition at 47 Norman Place to the August 3rd meeting without re-noticing, allowing time to revise plans and reduce variances. Minutes from June 1, 2026, were approved, and a separate application for RV parking at 14 Walnut Drive was denied (4-0).

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TENAFLY ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT June 1, 2026, 7:30 pm AGENDA Meeting link https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/29382481695820?p=NhrZzbXDrHp1vBp9Pc Meeting ID 293 824 816 958 20 Meeting Passcode Bk2Rx2gD MEETING CALLED TO ORDER OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT STATEMENT In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act P.L. 1975, chapter 231, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record and The Star Ledger. Posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center, posted to the Municipal Web-Site, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all which occurred within 10 days of the calendar year of 2026. Additionally the notice of Annual Meetings of the Zoning Board of Adjustment notice has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record and The Star Ledger. Posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center, posted to the Municip al Web-Site, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all which occurred on December 22, 2025. ROLL CALL: COMMUNICATIONS: CORRESPONDENCE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of June 1, 2026 RESOLUTIONS FOR APPROVAL: • Shllomi Ezra – 14 Walnut Drive – ZB-2026-05 Proposing to park a 25’ recreational vehicle on the existing driveway on the east side of the dwelling. 1) RV parking in Side Yard - Chapter 35-804(d) – Required RV storage must comply with building setbacks – Propo …
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1 Approved 08/03/26 Tenafly Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting July 6, 2026, 7:30pm MINUTES OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT STATEMENT: Chairperson Kominsky read the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: “In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act P.L. 1975, chapter 231, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending the same to The Record and The Star Ledger. Posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center, posted to the Municipal Website, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all which occurred within 10 days of the calendar year of 2026. Additionally, the notice of Annual Meetings of the Zoning Board of Adjustment notice has been made of this meeting by sending the same to The Record and The Star Ledger. Posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center, posted to the Municipal Website, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all which occurred on December 22, 2025.” ROLL CALL: Present: Mr. Brensilber*, Mr. Callahan, Mr. Cytryn, Mr. Friedman, Mr. Lieberman, Dr. Paskhover, Mr. Kominsky Absent: Ms. Farkas Also Present: Mr. Zenn, Mr. VanderValk, Mr. Capizzi, Mr. Rosenberg, Mr. Frenzel, Mr. Spatz, Mr. Westfield, Mr. Alagoz, Mr. Scott Callahan CORRESPONDENCE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of June 1, 2026, Regular Meeting A motion was made by Mr. Cytryn and seconded by Mr. Lieberman to approve the minut …
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Tue Jun 30, 2026

Mayor & Council

Tenafly proposes $600,000 bond for new sewer jetter/vacuum machine

The Mayor and Council will consider three ordinances, including a bond for public works equipment and police department amendments. The body will also vote on the appointment of a Chief and Deputy Chief of Police.

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✓ Decided: Council introduces police pay, admin, and $600K sewer machine ordinances

The Tenafly Mayor and Council introduced three ordinances on first reading: one amending police, ambulance, and fire department administration; one adjusting police officer salaries for 2023-2026; and a $600,000 bond ordinance for a new sewer jetter/vacuum machine. All passed unanimously (5-0, with one member absent). The council also approved a consent agenda appointing a Chief and Deputy Chief of Police. A public comment raised concerns about noise from a private event near a church, but no formal action was taken.

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Borough of Tenafly MAYOR AND COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2026, 05:00 P.M. SPECIAL MEETING MAYOR AND COUNCIL AGENDA Mayor Mark Zinna will preside with the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: "IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, P.L. 1975, chapter 231, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. THE MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR ARE CONFIRMED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING, ARE POSTED ON THE PUBLIC BULLETIN BOARD IN THE LOBBY OF THE MUNICIPAL CENTER, AND PUBLISHED IN THE RECORD WITHIN THE FIRST 10 DAYS OF THE NEW YEAR. NOTICE OF THIS SPECIAL MEETING VIA THE JUNE 26, 2026 SUNSHINE NOTICE HAS BEEN SENT TO THE RECORD, SUBURBANITE, NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS, AND HAS BEEN POSTED ON THE BULLETIN BOARD AND BOROUGH WEBSITE" 1. CLOSED SESSION Enter into Closed Session via Resolution 26-258 BE IT RESOLVED in compliance with NJSA 10:4-12, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Tenafly are going into Closed Executive Session to discuss the following matters: A. Personnel 1. Police Department 2. SALUTE TO THE FLAG 3. ROLL CALL 4. Public Comments: Audience members wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the governing body. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Introduction of Ordinance Motion that the following ordinances be introduced and passed on first reading and setting July 13, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard as the date a …
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Borough of Tenafly MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2026 PRESENT: Mayor Mark Zinna and Councilmembers Jamie Corsair, Lauren Dayton, Adam Michaels, Councilmember. Julie O’ Connor Councilmember John Roglieri ABSENT: Councilmember Jennifer Jackson ALSO PRESENT: Borough Administrator David P. Fanslau Borough Attorney Wendy Rubinstein Borough Clerk Omar Stovall Chief Financial Officer Susan Corrado At 5:00p.m. Mayor Zinna read the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: "IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, P.L. 1975, chapter 231, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. THE MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR ARE CONFIRMED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING, ARE POSTED ON THE PUBLIC BULLETIN BOARD IN THE LOBBY OF THE MUNICIPAL CENTER, AND PUBLISHED IN THE RECORD WITHIN THE FIRST 10 DAYS OF THE NEW YEAR. NOTICE OF THIS SPECIAL MEETING VIA THE JUNE 26, 2026 SUNSHINE NOTICE HAS BEEN SENT TO THE RECORD, SUBURBANITE, NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS, AND HAS BEEN POSTED ON THE BULLETIN BOARD AND BOROUGH WEBSITE" The Salute to the Flag was led by Mayor Zinna CLOSED SESSION Mayor Zinna recognized Borough Attorney Wendy Rubinstein who read into the record Resolution 26-258. BE IT RESOLVED in compliance with NJSA 10:4-12, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Tenafly are going into Closed Executive Session to discuss the following matters: A. Personnel 1. Police Department PUBLIC COMMENT Irene- expressed concern regarding the F …
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Thu Jun 25, 2026

Board of Health

Vaccination clinics for employees and seniors to be discussed

The Tenafly Board of Health will certify compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, approve the minutes from its March 26, 2026 meeting, and consider new business concerning vaccination clinics for municipal employees and senior residents. Staff reports will also be presented before the meeting adjourns.

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BOROUGH OF TENAFLY Board of Health June 25, 2026 AGENDA 2026 Chairperson Bader to preside Open Public Meetings Act Statement In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record and The Press Journal, posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the Municipal Center, and filing said notice with Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all of which occurred on November 13, 2025 for the calendar year 2026. Furthermore, electronic notice of the meeting has been provided via the Borough website and written notice was posted on bulletin board of Tenafly Municipal Building. 1. Call to order- reading of Open Public Meeting Law Compliance 2. Approval of Minutes, March 26, 2026 3. Old Business 4. New Business/Correspondence • Vaccinations Clinics for Employees and Seniors 5. Reports of Staff 6. Meeting Adjourned
Wed Jun 24, 2026

Planning Board

Board to memorialize approval of site plan and variances at 7‑9 & 11 W. Railroad Ave

The Tenafly Planning Board will formally record (memorialize) its prior approval of three projects: a site plan with variances for 7‑9 & 11 West Railroad Avenue, a minor subdivision at 161 Jefferson Avenue, and a site plan and soil‑moving permit for 188 Knickerbocker Road. Each item lists the applicant and the board members eligible to vote. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call and oath of office.

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1 | Page TENAFLY PLANNING BOARD REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA June 24, 2026 at 7:30pm Chairperson Wilmit to preside-Open Public Meetings Act Statement: In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record, The Star Ledger, The Suburbanite and The Northern Valley Press, posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the Municipal Center, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all of which occurred on December 16, 2025, for the 2026 calendar year. ROLL CALL OATH OF OFFICE • Lynda Baldini, Class Member, 4 year term expiring 1/1/2030 (unexpired Nevins) • Joan Toro, 1st Alternate, 2 year term expiring 1/1/2028 (unexpired Baldini) MEMORIALIZATION OF RESOLUTION OF APPROVAL • PB#1-26-01, Site Plan w/ Variances 7-9 & 11 W. Railroad Avenue, Block 1011, Lots 15, 17 & 18 Applicant: SCSM, LLC and 11 Railroad Ave LLC Those eligible to vote: Mrs. Wilmit, Mr. Warms, Mr. Oelsner, Mr. Nevins, Mrs. Khorozian, Mrs. Baldini and Mayor Zinna • PB#1-25-13, Minor Subdivision 161 Jefferson Avenue, Block 131, Lot 4 Applicant: Ofer Shapria Those eligible to vote: Mrs. Wilmit, Mrs. Osborne, Mrs. Park, Mr. Nevins, Mrs. Khorozian and Councilwoman Dayton • PB#1-25-06, Site Plan & Soil Moving Permit 188 Knickerbocker Road, Block 503, Lot 1 Applicant: Knickerbocker Country Club Those eligible to vote: Mrs. Wilmit, Mrs. Osborne, Mrs. Park, Mr. Nevins, M …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Mayor & Council

Mayor & Council to consider $1M bond for transportation safety project

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will vote on a bond ordinance authorizing $1,000,000 for the planning and design phase of a transportation and pedestrian safety improvement project. They will also hear an amendment to the borough's solid‑waste ordinance adding a new dumpster provision for multifamily and non‑residential structures. A consent agenda contains multiple routine resolutions, and a closed‑session will discuss real‑property redevelopment and acquisition matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $1,000,000 bond for transportation and pedestrian safety project

The Tenafly Council unanimously approved Ordinance 26‑18, authorizing a $1,000,000 bond to fund the planning and design phase of a transportation and pedestrian safety improvement project. The council also approved Ordinance 26‑17, amending the solid‑waste code to add dumpsters at multifamily and non‑residential structures. The entire Consent Agenda, which included numerous expenditure and refund resolutions, was approved, and the meeting minutes from June 9, 2026 were adopted. A previously proposed dog‑rules resolution (R26‑253) was removed from the agenda.

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Borough of Tenafly MAYOR AND COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026, 7:30 P.M. MAYOR AND COUNCIL AGENDA Mayor Mark Zinna will preside with the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: "IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, P.L. 1975, chapter 231, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. THE MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR ARE CONFIRMED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING, ARE POSTED ON THE PUBLIC BULLETIN BOARD IN THE LOBBY OF THE MUNICIPAL CENTER AND PUBLISHED IN THE RECORD WITHIN THE FIRST 10 DAYS OF THE NEW YEAR." 1. SALUTE TO THE FLAG 2. ROLL CALL 3. TO BE CONSIDERED A. East Hill – Block 2802 Lot 5 B. 2026 NJLM Conference 4. PUBLIC COMMENT: Audience members wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the governing body items on the Agenda. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. 5. ADMINISTRATOR REPORT A. Update Memo 6. NEW BUSINESS A. Introduction of Ordinance Motion that the following ordinances be introduced and passed on first reading and setting July 13, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard as the date and time and the Tenafly Municipal Center as the place for a hearing on said ordinance. ORDINANCE NO. 26 - 18 – BOND ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE UNDERTAKING OF THE PLANNING AND DESIGN PHASE OF THE TRANSPORTATION AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT IN, BY AND FOR THE BOROUGH OF TENAFLY, IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM …
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Borough of Tenafly MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026 PRESENT: Mayor Mark Zinna and Councilmembers Jamie Corsair, Lauren Dayton, Adam Michaels, Dr. Julie O’ Connor, Councilmember John Roglieri & Jennifer Jackson ABSENT: ALSO PRESENT: Borough Administrator David P. Fanslau Borough Attorney Wendy Rubinstein Borough Clerk Omar Stovall Chief Financial Officer Susan Corrado At 7:33 p.m. Mayor Zinna read the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: “In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act P.L. 1975, chapter 231, the notice requirements have been satisfied. Meeting dates for the year are listed in the Annual Agenda; copies are sent to the Record, Suburbanite, and Northern Valley Press and posted on the bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center.” The Salute to the Flag was led by Mayor Zinna TO BE CONSIDERED East Hill – Block 2802 Lot 5 Mr. Fanslau expressed the borough brought forth the idea of allowing dogs to walk on this property. Mr. Fanslau said there is a revised proposed resolution. He said they are for Tenafly licensed dogs not out of town dogs. C. Dayton expressed that dogs should not be walking in that area. M. Zinna expressed this is not the Nature Center. C. Dayton expressed the Nature Center been cleaning and maintaining this property. She added the blue path of the Nature Center goes through this property; she believes this property to be incorporated within the Nature Center. C. Day …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026

Environmental Commission

Tenafly Environmental Commission to discuss Davis Johnson Park and Community Night

The Environmental Commission will meet to receive reports from the DPW, Borough, Planning Board, and High School. The body will discuss updates regarding Davis Johnson Park and a proposed Community Night.

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TENAFLY ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA JUNE 18, 2026 Borough Hall. 7:30 pm Call to order Statement of Open Public Meetings Law Minutes of May 14 meeting…additions & corrections DPW report: Pat Mason Borough report: Julie O’Connor Davis Johnson Park: Clara Purdy Planning Board: Jon Warms High School: Jack Altman Old business New business 1. Community Night
Mon Jun 15, 2026

Welcome Committee

✓ Decided: Welcome Committee approves May meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the May meeting. Members discussed updating postcards for new residents and planning a New Residents event for September 9, 2026.

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Approved 7/20/26 Tenafly Welcome! June 15 , 202 6 Next Meeting Date . July 20 , 2026 at Borough Hall/McCandl e ss Room Attendance: Roxana Surrey, Phyllis Lin , Constantine Rigas, Kathy Kojanis, Alida Kratnoff, Lilly Lee Minutes Review May minutes were a pproved Chairperso n ’s Report - Roxana Surrey  Current postcards mailed to new residents will be updated Events Planning – Roxana Surrey  New Residents ’ event September 9, 2026 Suggestions were made to improve the survey Letters for requesting donations and gifts will be available at the next meeting Instagram - Phyllis Lin & THS student volunteer Amelia Huang & Anna Yoon  74 Followers Web Site – Phyllis Lin  April meeting minutes were posted New Residents – Roxana Surrey & Phyllis Lin  May new residents: 32  Postcards m ailed to May New Residents New Business
Wed Jun 10, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board meeting cancelled, no items scheduled

The Tenafly Planning Board public meeting scheduled for June 10, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision. The next regular public meeting is set for Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

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CANCELLED TENAFLY PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA June 10, 2026 at 7:30pm Chairperson Wilmit to preside-Open Public Meetings Act Statement: In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record, The Star Ledger, The Suburbanite and The Northern Valley Press, posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the Municipal Center, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all of which occurred on December 16, 2025, for the 2026 calendar year. ROLL CALL MINUTES NEXT MEETING Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Regular Public Meeting
Tue Jun 9, 2026

Mayor & Council

Council to consider new solid waste ordinance adding dumpster rules for multi‑family buildings

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will discuss several items, including a submission on municipal open space, a streetscape project on W. Railroad Ave. and Washington St., and a social media policy. A new ordinance (No. 26‑17) amending Chapter 19 on solid waste management to add a section on dumpsters at multi‑family and non‑residential structures will be introduced for first reading. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with multiple resolutions covering expenditures, refunds, equipment purchases, grant applications, tax billing, liquor license renewals, and adoption of the social media policy.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts solid‑waste ordinance and approves consent agenda

The Tenafly Mayor and Council introduced and passed Ordinance No. 26‑17, amending Chapter 19 of the borough’s solid‑waste code to add a new section on dumpsters at multifamily and non‑residential structures. The council also approved the full consent agenda, which included the adoption of a Social Media Policy and several expenditure and grant authorizations. Both actions were approved unanimously by the five members present.

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Borough of Tenafly MAYOR AND COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026, 7:30 P.M. MAYOR AND COUNCIL AGENDA Mayor Mark Zinna will preside with the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: "IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, P.L. 1975, chapter 231, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. THE MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR ARE CONFIRMED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING, ARE POSTED ON THE PUBLIC BULLETIN BOARD IN THE LOBBY OF THE MUNICIPAL CENTER AND PUBLISHED IN THE RECORD WITHIN THE FIRST 10 DAYS OF THE NEW YEAR." 1. SALUTE TO THE FLAG 2. ROLL CALL 3. PRESENTATION A. Tenafly Community Garden 10 Year Celebration Proclamation 4. TO BE CONSIDERED A. Submission of Municipal Open Space Question B. Streetscape Project – W. Railroad Ave. and Washington St. C. Social Media Policy 5. PUBLIC COMMENT: Audience members wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the governing body items on the Agenda. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. 6. ADMINISTRATOR REPORT A. Update Memo 7. CORRESPONDENCE A. Asw. Shama Haider RE: NJHOMES Affordable Building Club 8. NEW BUSINESS A. Introduction of Ordinance Motion that the following ordinances be introduced and passed on first reading and setting March 24, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard as the date and time and the Tenafly Municipal Center as the place for a hearing on said ordinance. ORDINANCE NO. 26 - 17 – AN ORDINAN …
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Borough of Tenafly MAYOR AND COUNCIL MINUTES TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026 PRESENT: Mayor Mark Zinna and Councilmembers Jamie Corsair, Lauren Dayton, Adam Michaels, Dr. Julie O’ Connor and Jennifer Jackson ABSENT: Councilmember John Roglieri ALSO PRESENT: Borough Administrator David P. Fanslau Borough Attorney Wendy Rubinstein Borough Clerk Omar Stovall Chief Financial Officer Susan Corrado At 7:31 p.m. Mayor Zinna read the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: “In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act P.L. 1975, chapter 231, the notice requirements have been satisfied. Meeting dates for the year are listed in the Annual Agenda; copies are sent to the Record, Suburbanite, and Northern Valley Press and posted on the bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center.” The Salute to the Flag was led by Mayor Zinna PRESENTATION A. Tenafly Community Garden 10 Year Celebration Proclamation M. Zinna expressed that C. O’ Connor would present the proclamation to the Community Garden Club. TO BE CONSIDERED Submission of Municipal Open Space Question M. Zinna expressed that it would extend the open space trust fund. C. Dayton asked if the language can be changed so residents understand it is the same rate and that it is the same numbers. Borough Attorney Wendy Rubinstein answered it’s a language change and what they can change it to. Streetscape Project – W. Railroad Ave. and Washington St. C. Dayton expressed she woul …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission to approve April minutes

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve the minutes from its April 9, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes updates from the Council Liaison and a period for public comment.

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TENAFLY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA June 4, 2026 @ 7:30PM Open Public Meetings Law -In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, P.L. 1975, Chapter 231, the notice requirements have been satisfied. Meeting dates for the year are posted on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center and sent to The Record, Suburbanite, and Northern Valley Press. Copies of all revised or additional meeting notices are sent via email to The Record, Suburbanite and Northern Valley Press and are posted on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center. ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES • April 9, 2026 Minutes UPDATES FROM COUNCIL LIAISON PUBLIC COMMENT ● Members of the Public wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the Commission regarding items on the Agenda. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. Next Meeting will be on July 9, 2026
Mon Jun 1, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Tenafly Zoning Board to review driveway and RV parking proposals

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review two proposed site plan modifications. The board will consider a request for a circular driveway at 140 Woodland Street and a request to park a recreational vehicle at 14 Walnut Drive.

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✓ Decided: Board denied RV parking variance for 14 Walnut Drive by 5‑0 vote

The Board approved the minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting by voice vote. It approved a circular‑driveway variance for Leroy Nickles at 140 Woodland Street with a 4‑0 vote. It denied the RV‑parking variance for Shllomi Ezra at 14 Walnut Drive by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

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TENAFLY ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT June 1, 2026, 7:30 pm AGENDA Meeting link https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/217380304511777?p=4bJ3AL847D2jkLJlMe Meeting ID 217 380 304 511 777 Meeting Passcode Tz394cX2 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT STATEMENT In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act P.L. 1975, chapter 231, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record and The Star Ledger. Posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center, posted to the Municipal Web-Site, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all which occurred within 10 days of the calendar year of 2026. Additionally the notice of Annual Meetings of the Zoning Board of Adjustment notic e has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record and The Star Ledger. Posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center, posted to the Municipal Web -Site, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all which occurred on December 22, 2025. ROLL CALL: COMMUNICATIONS: NJ Planner March/April 2026 – Digital version sent via email. CORRESPONDENCE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of May 4, 2026 RESOLUTIONS FOR APPROVAL: • Leroy Nickles – 140 Woodland Street – ZB -2026-03 Proposing a circular driveway across the front of the home. 1) Maximum Impervious Coverage – 25% maximum allowed, 25.3 existing and 28.6% proposed …
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1 Approved Minutes 7/6/26 Tenafly Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting June 1, 2026, 7:40pm MINUTES OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT STATEMENT: Chairperson Kominsky read the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: “In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act P.L. 1975, chapter 231, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending the same to The Record and The Star Ledger. Posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center, posted to the Municipal Website, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all which occurred within 10 days of the calendar year of 202 6. Additionally, the notice of Annual Meetings of the Zoning Board of Adjustment notice has been made of this meeting by sending the same to The Record and The Star Ledger. Posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center, posted to the Municipal Website, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all which occurred on December 22, 2025.” ROLL CALL: Present: Mr. Brensilber, Mr. Callahan, Mr. Cytryn, Mr. Friedman, Mr. Lieberman , Mr. Kominsky Absent: Dr. Paskhover, Ms. Toro, Ms. Farkas Also Present: Mr. Zenn, Mr. Hals, Mr. & Mrs. Ezra, Mr. Shub, Mr. & Mrs. Koch, Mr. Rosen, Ms. Zheng, Mr. Elraviv, Mr. Lyalin CORRESPONDENCE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of May 4, 2026, Regular Meeting A motion was made by Mr. Cytryn and seconded by Mr. Friedman to approve the minutes …
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Fri May 29, 2026

Mayor & Council

Council to confirm appointment of Scarinci Hollenbeck for legal services.

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will meet on May 29, 2026. The agenda includes a flag salute, roll call, and public comments. The council will consider Resolution R26-219 to confirm the appointment of Scarinci Hollenbeck for legal services. No other actions are listed.

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Borough of Tenafly MAYOR AND COUNCIL FRIDAY, MAY 29, 2026, 11:00 A.M. MAYOR AND COUNCIL AGENDA Mayor Mark Zinna will preside with the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: "IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, P.L. 1975, chapter 231, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. THE MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR ARE CONFIRMED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING, ARE POSTED ON THE PUBLIC BULLETIN BOARD IN THE LOBBY OF THE MUNICIPAL CENTER, AND PUBLISHED IN THE RECORD WITHIN THE FIRST 10 DAYS OF THE NEW YEAR. NOTICE OF THIS SPECIAL MEETING VIA THE MAY 21, 2026 SUNSHINE NOTICE HAS BEEN SENT TO THE RECORD, SUBURBANITE, NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS, AND HAS BEEN POSTED ON THE BULLETIN BOARD AND BOROUGH WEBSITE" 1. SALUTE TO THE FLAG 2. ROLL CALL 3. Public Comments: Audience members wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the governing body. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. 4. RESOLUTIONS A. Resolution R26-219 – Confirmation of Appointment for Legal Services - Scarinci Hollenbeck 5. ADJOURNMENT
Wed May 27, 2026

Planning Board

Public hearing on Minor Subdivision at 161 Jefferson Avenue (PB#1-25-13)

The Tenafly Planning Board will hold public hearings on three development applications. The first is a minor subdivision at 161 Jefferson Avenue (PB#1-25-13) submitted by Ofer Shapria. The second is a site plan with variances for 71 County Road (PB#1-25-01) by Shairco New Jersey LLC. The third is a site plan and soil‑moving permit for 188 Knickerbocker Road (PB#1-25-06) by Knickerbocker Country Club.

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1 | Page TENAFLY PLANNING BOARD REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA May 27, 2026 at 7:30pm Chairperson Wilmit to preside-Open Public Meetings Act Statement: In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record, The Star Ledger, The Suburbanite and The Northern Valley Press, posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the Municipal Center, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all of which occurred on December 16, 2025, for the 2026 calendar year. ROLL CALL PUBLIC HEARING • PB#1-25-13, Minor Subdivision 161 Jefferson Avenue, Block 131, Lot 4 Applicant: Ofer Shapria CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING • PB#1-25-01, Site Plan w/ Variances 71 County Road, Block 1006, Lots 1, 2 & 3 Applicant: Shairco New Jersey LLC CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING • PB#1-25-06, Site Plan & Soil Moving Permit 188 Knickerbocker Road, Block 503, Lot 1 Applicant: Knickerbocker Country Club NEXT MEETING Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Work Session Meeting
Tue May 19, 2026

Mayor & Council

Council will authorize engineering services for West Clinton Avenue improvements

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will discuss signage placements on Rt. 9W and E. Clinton and adopt a new social media policy. They will vote on a consent agenda that includes approvals for expenditures, refunds, escrow releases, contracts, and professional services, notably engineering services for the West Clinton Avenue Improvements Project. A closed‑session will address a redevelopment agreement update, a property acquisition, and leasing of borough property.

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Borough of Tenafly MAYOR AND COUNCIL TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2026, 7:30 P.M. MAYOR AND COUNCIL AGENDA Mayor Mark Zinna will preside with the Open Public Meetings Act Statement: "IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, P.L. 1975, chapter 231, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. THE MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR ARE CONFIRMED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING, ARE POSTED ON THE PUBLIC BULLETIN BOARD IN THE LOBBY OF THE MUNICIPAL CENTER AND PUBLISHED IN THE RECORD WITHIN THE FIRST 10 DAYS OF THE NEW YEAR." 1. SALUTE TO THE FLAG 2. ROLL CALL 3. PRESENTATION A. Pride Month Proclamation 4. TO BE CONSIDERED A. Signs – Rt. 9W and E. Clinton B. Social Media Policy 5. PUBLIC COMMENT: Audience members wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the governing body items on the Agenda. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. 6. ADMINISTRATOR REPORT A. Update Memo 7. CONSENT AGENDA A. Resolution R26-207 – Approve Expenditures as of May 13, 2026 B. Resolution R26-208– Authorize Refunds – Recreation Trust C. Resolution R26-209 – Authorize Engineering Escrow Refund – 108 County Road D. Resolution R26-210 – Approve Participation in Cooperative Pricing System – Riverside Cooperative E. Resolution R26-211 - Approve Outdoor Seating Applications F. Resolution R26-212 - Approve Garden Room Deposit Refund – Borghi G. Resolution R26-213 – Approve Raffle Application – RA1331 H. Resolution R26-214 – Autho …
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Mon May 18, 2026

Welcome Committee

✓ Decided: April meeting minutes approved by the Welcome Committee

The committee approved the April meeting minutes. It discussed outreach to new volunteers and planning for the September 9 New Residents event. March minutes were posted online and postcards were mailed to 22 April new residents.

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Approved 6/15/26 Tenafly Welcome! May 18, 2026 Next Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 at Borough Hall/McCandless Room Attendance: Roxana Surrey, Phyllis Lin, Constantine Rigas, Kathy Kojanis, Nini Wong, Vanessa Semone Minutes Review April minutes approved Chairperson’s Report - Roxana Surrey • First aid kits for Welcome! bags were labeled • Discussion about reaching out to new volunteers Events Planning – Roxana Surrey • New Residents’ event September 9, 2026 Discussion regarding accuracy of town officials for the New Residents’ event in September Instagram- Phyllis Lin & THS student volunteer Amelia Huang & Anna Yoon • 66 Followers Web Site – Phyllis Lin • March meeting minutes were posted New Residents – Roxana Surrey & Phyllis Lin • April new residents: 22 • Postcards mailed to April New Residents New Business
Thu May 14, 2026

Environmental Commission

Community Garden 10‑year celebration scheduled for May 17

The Environmental Commission will review the ongoing Trash a Thon project and consider plans for the Community Garden’s 10‑year celebration on May 17. Reports from the Department of Public Works, borough officials, the Planning Board, Davis Johnson Park, and the High School will be presented.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves West Railroad Ave apartment project

The Environmental Commission accepted the minutes from the April 23 meeting. The Planning Board reported that it approved the application for apartments on West Railroad Avenue, located over the former movie theater and adjacent buildings. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

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TENAFLY ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA MAY 14, 2026 Borough Hall. 7:30 pm Call to order Statement of Open Public Meetings Law Minutes of April 23 meeting…additions and corrections DPW report: Pat Mason Borough report: Julie O’Connor Planning Board: Jon Warms Davis Johnson Park: Clara Purdy High School: Ben Kushman Old business: A. Trash a Thon New business: A. Community Garden 10 year celebration May 17th
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Meeting Minutes Tenafly Environmental Commission Meeting Date: 5/14/26 Time: 7:30 pm In person meeting – Borough Hall Attendance: Olga Milanos (Chair), Eve Bolkin, Julie O’Connor (Council), John Purdy, Chris Tompkins (DPW, Parks Department), Jon Warms (Planning Board liaison), and Jack Altman (HS liaison), and the following guests: Deb Davidson (Tenafly Nature Center), Clara Purdy, Donna Sack, and Sue Truesdell (Green Team members) Statement of compliance with the Open Public Meetings Law. The minutes of April 23, 2026 were accepted. Eve will send to Omar Stovall. DPW Update(Chris Tompkins for Pat Mason, who was unable to attend this month) • Recycling numbers are as follows: March (reminder) April Comingled Paid $75/ton (62.52 tons = $4,689) Paid $75/ton (56.87 tons = $4,265.25) Mixed Paper Received $11/ton (82.48 tons = $907.28) Received $11/ton (85.68 tons = $942.48) Cardboard Received $varied/ton (7.47 tons = $213.90) Received $varied/ton (2.16 tons = $54) Net: Town paid $3,567.82 Net: Town paid $3,268.77 • DPW planted over 800 flowers around the town - in red, white, and blue for the US’s 250th birthday. • 2 high school students (from the Future Farmers of America, a private school) met with the DPW and will help replant the pollinator garden at Grove Street. Chris will share their contact information with Deb so that she can ensure that they are planting se eds for native plants that are likely to thrive. • Chris confirmed that the …
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Wed May 13, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board to continue public hearing for 6-11 W. Railroad Avenue

The Tenafly Planning Board will hold a special public meeting to continue a public hearing regarding a site plan with variance. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings.

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1 | Page TENAFLY PLANNING BOARD SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA May 13, 2026 at 7:30pm Chairperson Wilmit to preside-Open Public Meetings Act Statement: In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice has been made of this meeting by sending same to The Record, The Star Ledger, The Suburbanite and The Northern Valley Press, posting said notice on the public bulletin board in the Municipal Center, and filing said notice with the Tenafly Municipal Clerk, all of which occurred on December 16, 2025, for the 2026 calendar year. ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES ● Regular Public Meeting of March 25, 2026 ● Work Session Meeting of April 8, 2026 CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING • PB#1-26-01, Site Plan with Variance 6, 7-9 and 11 W. Railroad Avenue, Block 1011, Lots 18, 17 & 15) Applicant: SCSM, LLC and 11 Railroad Ave NEXT MEETING Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Regular Public Meeting
Mon May 11, 2026

Library Board of Trustees

✓ Decided: Board approves minutes, financial report and plans library relocation list

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting. It also unanimously approved the library’s April 2026 financial statements. The Board decided that trustees Nicole Motz, Yelena Meytes and Director Julie Marallo will meet with staff to finalize a list of “must‑haves” for a proposed new five‑story library building. The meeting was adjourned at 8:01 p.m.

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TENAFLY PUBLIC LIBRARY MINUTES OF THE BOARD MEETING May 11, 2026 The Board of Trustees of the Tenafly Public Library met on May 11, 2026 at 7:00p.m. at the library for its regular Board meeting, Board Members Present: President Martin Gilbert, Vice President: Kathleen Cook, Secretary/Treasurer Soon Juhng, Julie Lev, Yelena Meytes, Nicole Motz and Elizabeth Warms. Councilwoman Jamie Corsair (phone). Absent: David DiGregorio. Staff Present: Library Director Julie Marallo and Administrative Assistant Ann Marie Connolly. The meeting was called to order at 7:03p.m. Julie Marallo reported that notices of the meeting had been posted and sent to the media. Minutes Board members approved the Minutes of the regular Board meeting of April 13, 2026. Moved by: Elizabeth Warms. Seconded by: Kathleen Cook. Unanimously approved. Treasurer’s Report Martin Gilbert reviewed with the Board the Library’s Financial Statements for April 2026. He noted that he had examined and approved of the statements and reported that they were current and accurate. A motion was made to approve the financial reports. Moved by: Julie Lev. Seconded by: Kathleen Cook. Unanimously approved. Correspondence None. Director’s Report Delivery of the Children’s Room furniture was changed to August. The good side of this delay is that the Summer Reading Program and the many activities scheduled for July will not be disturbed or canceled. In early August the book moving company will pac …
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Thu May 7, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness for 173 Serpentine Road

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness application for 173 Serpentine Road, Block 1802, Lot 9, submitted by Conrad J. Roncati. The commission will also consider the supplemental documentation for a previously conditionally approved application at 89 Highwood Avenue, Block 1602, Lot 14. A closed‑session meeting will address attorney‑client privilege matters and ordinance interpretation. The meeting concludes with public comment.

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TENAFLY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA May 7, 2026 @ 7:00PM Open Public Meetings Law -In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, P.L. 1975, Chapter 231, the notice requirements have been satisfied. Meeting dates for the year are posted on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center and sent to The Record, Suburbanite, and Northern Valley Press. Copies of all revised or additional meeting notices are sent via email to The Record, Suburbanite and Northern Valley Press and are posted on the public bulletin board in the lobby of the Municipal Center. ROLL CALL CLOSED SESSION • Attorney-Client Privilege o Meeting Decorum/Ordinance Interpretation PUBLIC HEARING • Certificate of Appropriateness Application 173 Serpentine Road, Block 1802, Lot 9 Applicant: Conrad J. Roncati OLD BUSINESS • Certificate of Appropriateness Application Conditionally Approved December 4, 2025 Approval of Supplemental Documentation 89 Highwood Avenue, Block 1602, Lot 14 UPDATES FROM COUNCIL LIAISON PUBLIC COMMENT ● Members of the Public wishing to speak will have a three (3) minute time limit to address the Commission regarding items on the Agenda. Large groups are asked to have a spokesperson represent them. Next Meeting will be on June 4, 2026

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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$149,584X-BYTE RESEARCH LLC
National Aeronautics and Space Administr · MIO: TAILORING MULTI-LEVEL DECOMPOSITION FOR STORAGE I/O FOR COMPUTATI
$69,750BRYAN RUDOLPH, MD, MPH
Consumer Product Safety Commission · EXPERT CONSULTANT SERVICES - SMALL RARE EARTH MAGNETS
$21,600KOREAN INTERPRETATION SERVICES LLC
Department of State · LANGUAGE SERVICES
$19,200KOREAN INTERPRETATION SERVICES LLC
Department of State · LANGUAGE SERVICES
$14,782KOREAN INTERPRETATION SERVICES LLC
Department of State · LANGUAGE SERVICES
$12,400KOREAN INTERPRETATION SERVICES LLC
Department of State · LANGUAGE SERVICES
$10,114KOREAN INTERPRETATION SERVICES LLC
Department of State · LANGUAGE SERVICES
$7,600KOREAN INTERPRETATION SERVICES LLC
Department of State · LANGUAGE SERVICES
$6,800KOREAN INTERPRETATION SERVICES LLC
Department of State · LANGUAGE SERVICES
$6,224KOREAN INTERPRETATION SERVICES LLC
Department of State · LANGUAGE SERVICES

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Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments31,818 (441,870 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,072/mo (60 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy15.5% (low numeracy 22% · 2017)

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Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.562
All kids
0.520
Black kids
0.397

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