Tenafly public meetings in 2023

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council is holding a special meeting to consider four resolutions authorizing change orders for emergency water main and sanitary sewer repairs, plus the 2023 road improvement program. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Resolution R23-487: Change Order #1 for emergency water main and sanitary sewer repairs on Piermont Road
• Resolution R23-488: Change Orders #1 and #2 for the 2023 Road Improvement Program
• Resolution R23-489: Change Order #1 for emergency water main and sanitary sewer repairs on Leroy Street, Lawrence Parkway, and North Browning Avenue
• Resolution R23-490: Change Order #1 for emergency water main and sanitary sewer repairs on Pilgrim Court

Planning Board

This meeting of the Tenafly Planning Board was cancelled. The agenda is only procedural boilerplate, with no items for discussion or decision.

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on four ordinances, including one establishing retiree health benefits for certain employees and another accepting a road dedication for Forcier Court. The council will also vote on resolutions for a library roof change order, a pre-crusher compactor purchase, and other administrative items. The agenda includes routine consent agenda items and a closed session for collective bargaining with police dispatchers.

• Ordinance 23-29: Establish retiree health benefits for certain employees
• Ordinance 23-30: Accept road dedication for portion of Lot 9, Block 602 (Forcier Court)
• Resolution R23-478: Change Order #1 for Tenafly Library Roof Replacement
• Resolution R23-479: Purchase pre-crusher compactor for DPW
• Resolution R23-482: Change Orders #2, #3, #4 for Bliss Avenue Culvert Repair

Planning Board

This meeting of the Tenafly Planning Board, scheduled for December 13, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only the standard procedural items (roll call, minutes, public hearing, old/new business) and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, set its 2024 meeting schedule, and discuss a museum/display related to Elizabeth Cady Stanton, as well as a transfer of leadership. They will also receive an update on sketches for a bronze plaque. The agenda is largely administrative and routine.

• Approval of 2024 meeting schedule
• Discussion of Elizabeth Cady Stanton museum/display
• Transfer of leadership
• Update on sketches for bronze plaque

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will vote on several resolutions and introduce ordinances, including one establishing retiree health benefits and another accepting a road dedication for Forcier Court. They will also consider resolutions for fire department grants and equipment purchases, and a lease amendment with the Tenafly Nature Center Association.

• Ordinance 23-29: Retiree health benefits for certain employees
• Ordinance 23-30: Accept road dedication for Forcier Court
• Resolution R23-456: Grant agreement with NJ DCA for Fire Department
• Resolution R23-457: Purchase FXR turnout gear for Fire Department
• Resolution R23-458: Drug/alcohol testing contract with Holy Name Medical Center

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to discuss the 2024 meeting schedule and consider two applications for home additions requiring variances. One application is for a resolution of approval, and the other is carried over from a previous meeting with revised plans.

• Scott & Shauna Salmon, 21 Ravine Road ZB-2023-16: construct addition, 15' side yard required, 6.2' proposed (6.4' existing)
• Jason Hart & Christina Rosas-Guyon, 55 Hillside Ave ZB-2023-11: rear addition, multiple variances including side yard, rear yard, building coverage, FAR, impervious coverage
• Discussion of 2024 meeting schedule
• Approval of minutes from October 2, 2023 meeting

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review reports from the Borough, DPW, Planning Board, and Green Team. The body will discuss ongoing business regarding styrofoam, composting, and charging stations.

• Styrofoam discussion
• Parks donation form
• Composting
• Charging stations
• Earth Day planning

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on five ordinances, including zoning changes for affordable housing and a $854,775 capital improvement appropriation from federal COVID funds. They will also consider resolutions for contracts, purchases for the police and fire departments, and other administrative items. The meeting includes a presentation of a proclamation and updates on various projects.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 23-25 creating a new MF-A-1 100% affordable housing district
• Public hearing on Ordinance 23-26 eliminating MF-I-2, MF-I-4, and AHO-4 zoning districts
• Public hearing on Ordinance 23-27 appropriating $854,775 from Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for capital improvements
• Resolution R23-445 authorizing purchase of server, computers, and cameras for Tenafly Police Department
• Resolution R23-447 authorizing purchase of Scott/3M SCBA packs and canisters for Tenafly Fire Department

Board of Health

The Tenafly Board of Health is holding a regular meeting. They will approve minutes from September 14, 2023, review the annual flu clinic, and discuss the 2024 meeting schedule and winter newsletter article. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business.

• Approval of 2024 Board of Health Meeting Schedule
• Discussion of 2024 Winter Newsletter Article
• Recap of Annual Flu Clinic
• Approval of minutes from September 14, 2023

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board will hold a regular public meeting to review two proposed ordinances from the Mayor and Council that would create a new 100% affordable housing district (MF-A-1) and eliminate several existing inclusionary housing and affordable housing overlay zones. The board will also continue a public hearing on a site plan with variance application for 27-31 Central Avenue. The agenda includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and is otherwise routine.

• Ordinance 23-25: Create new MF-A-1 Multi-Family 100% Affordable Housing District
• Ordinance 23-26: Eliminate MF-I-2, MF-I-4, and AHO-4 zoning districts
• PB#1-22-12: Site plan with variance for 27-31 Central Avenue, Block 1104, Lots 7 & 8
• Approval of minutes from six prior meetings (July-October 2023)

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board is holding a regular public meeting with new business including approving the 2024 meeting schedule, hearing a presentation from DMR Architects on Tenafly Board of Education projects (solar panels and school additions), and amending the 2018 Housing Element & Fair Share Plan. The board will also swear in a new member and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Swearing in of Venugopal Menon as Class III member
• Approve 2024 Planning Board schedule
• DMR Architects presentation on Tenafly BOE solar panels and school additions
• Amending the 2018 Housing Element & Fair Share Plan
• Approval of minutes from May, June, and July 2023 meetings

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will consider several resolutions, including purchasing rifles for the police department and office furniture for the municipal court, and will hold public hearings on ordinances to amend zoning for affordable housing and to appropriate $854,775 in federal COVID relief funds for capital improvements. The council will also introduce new ordinances, including one to create a new affordable housing district and another to set compensation for certain employees.

• Resolution R23-426: Authorize purchase of rifles for Tenafly Police Department
• Ordinance 23-27: Appropriating $854,775 from Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for capital improvements
• Ordinance 23-25: Creating new MF-A-1 100% Affordable Housing District-1
• Ordinance 23-26: Eliminating MF-I-2, MF-I-4, and AHO-4 affordable housing zones
• Resolution R23-425: Authorize purchase of office furniture for Tenafly Municipal Court

Environmental Commission

The Tenafly Environmental Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes reports from the DPW, Borough, Planning Board, Green Team, and a student representative, followed by old business items such as a parks donation form and a composting update, and new business including board turnover.

• Parks donation form discussion
• Composting update
• Community Night review
• Board turnover discussion

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council is holding a special meeting to consider a single resolution confirming the appointment of an interim Borough Administrator from The Canning Group, LLC. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Resolution R23-412 – Confirm Appointment of Interim Borough Administrator – The Canning Group, LLC

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board work session scheduled for October 11, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

Historic Preservation Commission

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for properties at 170 Thatcher Road and 1 Byrne Lane, along with approving minutes and discussing old and new business. The meeting is open to the public with a three-minute comment limit.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 170 Thatcher Road (conceptual drawings)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 1 Byrne Lane (minor application)
• Approval of September 7, 2023 minutes
• Update on Bronze Plaque program

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider resolutions for two previously heard applications and hear new business on two variance requests. The board will also consider a request for another time extension for a previously approved variance at 108 County Rd. The meeting is open to the public.

• 42 Norman Place LLC: new single-family home, 10' side yard vs 15' required
• 26 Prospect Terrace LLC: new two-family dwelling, 26.9' front yard vs 39.5' required
• Jason Hart & Christina Rosas-Guyon, 55 Hillside Ave: rear addition, multiple variances (side yard, rear yard, coverage, FAR, impervious)
• Scott & Shauna Salmon, 21 Ravine Road: addition, 6.2' side yard vs 15' required
• Lisa Koo, 108 County Rd: request for another extension of time for 2019 variance

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board is holding a work session meeting with a continued public hearing for a site plan with variance at 27-31 Central Avenue. The board will also discuss an amendment to the 2018 Housing Element & Fair Share Plan and a budget increase. No final decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Continued public hearing: PB#1-22-12, Site Plan w/ Variance, 27-31 Central Avenue, Block 1104, Lot 7 & 8, applicant Giesi 31 Central LLC
• Discussion: Amendment to the 2018 Housing Element & Fair Share Plan
• Discussion: Budget increase

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will consider a stormwater management item, several resolutions including purchases for the DPW and police, and a public hearing on a park ordinance amendment. The agenda also includes routine consent items like refunds and appointments, plus a closed session for contract negotiations and property acquisition.

• Stormwater Management item under 'To Be Considered'
• Resolution R23-363: Purchase sewer camera and equipment for DPW
• Resolution R23-364: Purchase equipment for new police vehicle
• Resolution R23-371: Authorize bid for wireless facility
• Public hearing on Ordinance 23-22 amending Davis-Johnson Park section

Recreation Board

The Tenafly Recreation Board reviewed updates on summer programs, discussed the allocation of the multi-use area for pickleball courts and the new skate park, and considered recreation software options. The board decided not to switch from Community Pass to CivicRec, citing cost concerns.

• Multi-use area: half to be 2 pickleball courts with fence; grant funding to be adjusted
• New skate park: funds allocated, design in progress, county grant pending
• TYB basketball: adding 2nd graders, dropping 8th graders; facility use at Alpine school $20,000 with 2% annual increase
• CivicRec software: $26,000 first year, $18,000 after; board declined, keeping Community Pass at $5,000/year
• Tenakill Swim Club pool use for camps: $20,000 budget shortfall noted

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board work session scheduled for September 13, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural items such as roll call, minutes approval, old business, and committee reports, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees established a $1,500 cosigning check limit for the library bookkeeper. The Board also approved financial statements for June through August 2023 and previous meeting minutes.

• Established library bookkeeper cosigning check limit at $1,500 (5-0)
• Approved financial reports for June, July, and August 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved August 1, 2023 special meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Scheduled library to close at 3:00 p.m. on September 12, 2023 for Community Night

Board of Adjustment

The Board approved a sunroom addition and two new home constructions. The new builds included specific requirements for side yard setbacks and a front yard setback variance.

• Approved resolution for one-story sunroom addition at 18 Lawrence Court (3-0)
• Approved new single-family home at 42 Norman Place with 10’ side yard setbacks, 8’ chimney setback, and requirement to move house back 2’ (5-0)
• Approved new two-family dwelling at 26 Prospect Terrace with a 26.9’ front yard setback and specific A/C unit placement (5-0)
• Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Environmental Commission

The Tenafly Environmental Commission met on September 7, 2023, and discussed several environmental issues. They reviewed a resident's request to cut down trees for solar panels, debated the carbon trade-off, and considered whether to change the ordinance or grant a one-off approval. They also noted rising recycling costs, a pilot composting program, and updates on parks and gardens.

• Resident requested to cut 3 trees for solar panels; EC debated carbon trade-off and possible ordinance change
• Recycling costs: $22/ton paper (down from $25), $112/ton comingled (up from $60), total ~$7,500/month
• Davis Johnson Park Trust Fund new fee schedule passed first reading at Council
• Cameras now operational at Rose Garden, feeding to police station
• Gardeners to pay $25 annual fee starting 2024; garden rules being drafted

The Commission accepted the June 15, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed current recycling costs, the status of a pilot composting program, and potential ordinance penalties for builders. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on during the meeting.

• Accepted June 15, 2023 minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive an update on a Certificate of Appropriateness for 91 W. Clinton Avenue, and discuss new business including a Community Night and the Bergen County Historical Society Gala Fundraiser. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Update on Certificate of Appropriateness for 91 W. Clinton Avenue
• Discussion of Community Night
• Bergen County Historical Society Gala Fundraiser, October 19, 2023 at 7pm
• Approval of July 13, 2023 minutes

The Commission approved the July 13, 2023 minutes and a journal advertisement for the New Bridge Museum. Chairperson Mike Barone reported the approval of two Certificates of Appropriateness for 91 W. Clinton Avenue. Members discussed future projects including the Roosevelt Monument and a potential train station dedication in May 2024.

• Approved July 13, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 1/4 page journal ad for New Bridge Museum fundraiser (unanimous)
• Approved two Certificates of Appropriateness for 91 W. Clinton Avenue on September 5, 2023

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting on September 5, 2023, with a zoning presentation, discussion of improvement options for the Senior Center, Library, and Community Center, and a consent agenda of routine resolutions. The non-consent agenda includes hiring for several positions, contract awards for train station roof repair and solid waste, and other administrative items. An ordinance to amend the Davis-Johnson Park section of the parks chapter will be introduced for first reading.

• Resolution R23-344: Award contract for Tenafly Train Station roof repair to Frank Cyrwus Inc.
• Resolution R23-345: Award contract for solid waste to Waste Industries, LLC
• Resolution R23-341: Approve civilian police dispatcher hire
• Resolution R23-342: Approve tax clerk/clerical assistant hire
• Ordinance 23-22: Amend Section 21.3, Davis-Johnson Park, of Chapter 21 Parks

The Council approved several contracts, including roof repairs for the Tenafly Train Station and solid waste services. A committee consisting of Mayor Zinna and Councilmembers Dayton and Menon was formed to explore improvements for the Senior Center, Library, and Community Center.

• Awarded Tenafly Train Station roof repair contract to Frank Cyrwus Inc. (Approved)
• Awarded solid waste contract to Waste Industries, LLC (Approved)
• Approved hire of Civilian Police Dispatcher, Tax Clerk/Clerical Assistant, and Executive Assistant (Approved)
• Authorized purchase of mobile computers for Police Department (Approved)
• Authorized installation of Mitchell Humphrey Software for Building Department (Approved)
• Approved release of matching grant funds for Tenafly Nature Center (Approved)
• Authorized sidewalk removal at 22 Birchwood Place (5-1)
• Formed committee for Senior Center, Library, and Community Center improvements

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board's regular public meeting scheduled for August 23, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural items, with no substantive business to be discussed.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for September 13, 2023

The regular public meeting of the Tenafly Planning Board scheduled for August 23, 2023, was cancelled. No actions were taken.

Welcome Committee

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes with corrections. Members coordinated preparations for a New Residents' event on September 7 and Community Night on September 12. The committee also reported that postcards were mailed to 100 new residents from June and July.

• Approved minutes with correction

Planning Board

This Planning Board work session meeting was cancelled. The agenda contains only the standard Open Public Meetings Act notice, roll call, and other procedural items, with no substantive business listed.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 23, 2023

The Tenafly Planning Board work session scheduled for August 9, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on August 7, 2023, to consider three applications for zoning variances. The board will also approve minutes from the June 5 meeting and review resolutions. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.

• Michael Cangelosi, 274 Woodland St.: addition and circular driveway, seeking variances for front yard setback and impervious coverage
• Andrew & Erika Lapinig, 11 Norman Place: demolish and rebuild house, requesting variances for side yard setbacks and providing insufficient height/front setback info
• Paul Reichenberg, 18 Lawrence Court: rear sunroom addition, seeking variance for rear yard setback and impervious coverage (4059 sf proposed vs 3795 sf permitted)

The Board approved a variance for a rear yard setback for a sunroom addition at 18 Lawrence Court. A request to demolish and rebuild a home at 11 Norman Place was granted a continuance to allow for amended plans. The Board also approved the meeting minutes from June 5, 2023.

• Approved minutes for June 5, 2023 (Voice vote)
• Approved resolution for addition and circular driveway at 274 Woodland Street (5-0)
• Approved rear yard setback variance for sunroom at 18 Lawrence Court (6-0)
• Granted continuance until end of year for new construction at 11 Norman Place pending amended plans (6-0)

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will consider several resolutions, including purchases for the police department, a contract for the library roof replacement, and a bond ordinance for capital improvements. They will also hold public hearings on a sidewalk appeal and two ordinances, and discuss various community updates.

• Resolution R23-316: Authorize purchase of vehicle for Tenafly Police Department
• Resolution R23-317: Authorize purchase of camera surveillance systems for Tenafly Police Department
• Resolution R23-320: Authorize purchase of firearm replacements for Tenafly Police Department
• Resolution R23-321: Award contract for Tenafly Library Roof Replacement to Grayson Contracting Co.
• Ordinance 23-21: Bond ordinance appropriating additional $475,000 for capital improvements

The Governing Body agreed to award a contract for the repair of an entire roof following a bid review. The council also recognized the holiday of Onam and discussed several pending infrastructure and recreation projects.

• Approved proceeding with the repair of the entire roof following bid review
• Recognized the holiday of Onam via proclamation
• Expressed support for the installation of a little free library at Sunnyside Park

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees met to discuss the exclusion of the roof over the front entrance and picture book room from the Roof Replacement Project bid proposal. The Board unanimously voted to send a letter to the Mayor and Council regarding this matter.

• Approved motion to forward letter to Mayor and Council regarding roof bid proposal (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board is holding a regular public meeting to continue a public hearing on a site plan with variances for 27-31 Central Avenue, and to memorialize a resolution for a site plan at 101-103 N. Summit Street. The board will also consider a budget increase and swear in a new alternate member.

• Continuation of public hearing for PB#1-22-12, site plan with variance, 27-31 Central Avenue, applicant Giesi 31 Central LLC
• Memorialization of resolution for PB#1-23-01, site plan with variances, 101-103 N. Summit Street, applicant Fastbreak Sports, LLC
• Swearing in of Daniel Simchi as 1st Alternate
• Budget increase under new business

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will discuss pickleball renovation options, a swim club update, transportation safety recommendations, and solid waste collection. They will also vote on several resolutions, including contracts for the railroad station preservation plan and wayfinding project management, and hold public hearings on two ordinances, including one amending employee salaries. A new bond ordinance for $475,000 in capital improvements will be introduced.

• Resolution R23-291: Award contract for Tenafly Railroad Station Preservation Plan to Barton Ross & Partners, LLC.
• Resolution R23-292: Award contract for Wayfinding Project Management.
• Resolution R23-294: Authorize submission of FY2024 NJDOT Municipal Aid Grant application for Highwood Avenue Roadway Improvements.
• Ordinance 23-21: Bond ordinance appropriating additional $475,000 for capital improvements, issuing $452,000 in bonds.
• Ordinance 23-20: Amend fees for inspection in Chapter 10 (Building and Housing).

The Mayor and Council voted to designate the old skate park as a multi-use space for dedicated pickleball. A separate proposal to resurface tennis courts using Open Space funds was defeated. The council also reviewed transportation safety updates and solid waste collection bids.

• Approved use of old skate park as multi-use space for dedicated pickleball (4-3)
• Denied proposal to resurface tennis courts with Open Space funds (3-4)

Welcome Committee

The regular public meeting scheduled for July 17, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Presbyterian Church at 55 Magnolia Avenue, along with routine items like approving minutes and receiving updates. They will also discuss new business including a community night, Davis Johnson Park archives, and a grant opportunity, plus an update on 91 W. Clinton Avenue.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for Presbyterian Church, 55 Magnolia Avenue
• Discussion of Community Night
• Davis Johnson Park archives
• Grant opportunity
• Update on 91 W. Clinton Avenue

Planning Board

This meeting agenda is cancelled. The Tenafly Planning Board's July 12, 2023 work session will not take place. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate, including the Open Public Meetings Act statement, roll call, and approval of minutes from prior meetings, with no substantive items listed.

• Meeting cancelled
• Approval of minutes from April 26 and May 10, 2023 regular and special public meetings listed but not acted upon

The Work Session Meeting of the Tenafly Planning Board scheduled for July 12, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Monday, July 3, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The notice was issued by Board Secretary Sharon Peterson.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board will hold a regular public meeting with a public hearing for a site plan with variances at 101-103 N. Summit Street, continue a public hearing for a site plan with variance at 27-31 Central Avenue, and memorialize a resolution for a site plan with variances at 121-131 N. Summit Street and 145 Piermont Road. The meeting also includes a closed session for litigation matters.

• PB#1-22-18: Site Plan w/ Variances at 121-131 N. Summit Street & 145 Piermont Road, Block 1301, Lots 2 & 3, applicant RRD Summit Street LLC
• PB#1-22-12: Site Plan w/ Variance at 27-31 Central Avenue, Block 1104, Lots 7 & 8, applicant Giesi 31 Central LLC
• PB#1-23-01: Site Plan w/ Variances at 101-103 N. Summit Street, Block 1301, Lot 1, applicant Fastbreak Sports, LLC
• Closed session for litigation matters

The Board approved a site plan with variances for a four-court pickleball facility. The approval includes specific conditions regarding parking, signage, and fence removal. A separate site plan resolution for RRD Summit Street LLC was also approved.

• Approved site plan and variances for Fastbreak Sports, LLC pickleball facility at 101-103 N. Summit Street (7-0)
• Approved Resolution of Approval for preliminary and final site plan for RRD Summit Street LLC at 121-131 N. Summit Street & 145 Piermont Road (3-0)
• Adjourned public hearing for Giesi 31 Central LLC at 27-31 Central Avenue to July 26, 2023

Mayor & Council

The Governing Body approved a series of resolutions for sewer repairs, audio/video upgrades, and the hiring of a Senior Tax Clerk. They also passed three ordinances regarding a vehicle purchase, DPW employee compensation, and plumbing subcode fees. Additionally, the council authorized alcohol consumption for a Tenafly Nature Center event.

• Approved hiring of Senior Tax Clerk at $50,000 salary (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Fire Prevention Department vehicle (6-0)
• Approved sanitary sewer system repairs on Leroy St, Lawrence Pkwy, and N Browning Ave (6-0)
• Approved alcohol consumption at Tenafly Nature Center Pavilion (6-0)
• Approved audio/video upgrades for municipal facilities (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-16 fixing DPW Supervisors bargaining unit compensation 2020-2024 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-17 amending plumbing subcode fees (6-0)
• Approved 18 consent agenda items including liquor license renewals and tree mitigation escrows (6-0)

Welcome Committee

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes and updated its schedule, cancelling the July meeting and moving the August meeting to August 21. Planning is underway for a New Residents event on September 7 and potential participation in the July 8 Independence Day celebration and September 12 Community Night.

• Approved Minutes Review
• Cancelled July meeting
• Changed August 14 meeting to August 21

Environmental Commission

The Tenafly Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss environmental matters including electric leaf blowers, a tree ordinance, and solar panels. The agenda also includes reports from various boards and committees, and old business items such as a parks donation form and composting options.

• Discussion of electric power leaf blowers
• Tree ordinance discussion
• Solar panels discussion
• Parks donation form (Dan Park)
• Composting options (Dorothy Quincy)

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board work session scheduled for June 14, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural items (roll call, minutes, old/new business, correspondence, committee reports) with no substantive items to discuss. The next regular public meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 28, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: June 28, 2023

The work session meeting scheduled for June 14, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved the minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting and the financial statements for May 2023. The Director reported that the Children’s picture book room restoration is complete.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved May 2023 financial reports (Unanimous)

Board of Health

The Tenafly Board of Health is meeting to approve minutes from March 9, 2023, and discuss old and new business. They will consider permission for aerial spraying of mosquito larvae and participation in a New Jersey Department of Agriculture program for spotted lanternfly control treatment reimbursement. Staff reports will also be presented.

• Permission to conduct aerial spraying for mosquito larvae
• Participation in NJDA 2023 Spotted Lanternfly Control Treatment Reimbursement Program
• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2023

The Board of Health decided to proceed with aerial spraying for mosquito larvae. The Board also recommended further investigation into a NJDA reimbursement program for spotted lanternfly control.

• Approved aerial spraying for mosquito larvae
• Recommended reviewing details of NJDA 2023 Spotted Lanternfly Control Treatment Reimbursement Program
• Approved March 9, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for 91 W. Clinton, and discuss old business including Railroad Station roof and cupola repairs. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 91 W. Clinton
• Railroad Station roof and cupola repairs (old business)
• Approval of April 13 and May 4, 2023 minutes

The Commission approved the minutes from April 13 and May 4, 2023. Members discussed roof and cupola repairs for the Tenafly Railroad Station and planned a dedication ceremony for October 15, 2023. A lack of a Certificate of Appropriateness for work at 91 W Clinton Avenue was referred to the Building Inspector’s office.

• Approved minutes from April 13, 2023 and May 4, 2023 (unanimous voice vote)
• Referred failure of work permits and CofA at 91 W Clinton Avenue to the Building Inspector’s office

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board is holding a regular public meeting to continue public hearings on two site plan applications with variances: one for 27-31 Central Avenue and another for 121-131 N. Summit Street & 145 Piermont Road. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings, discuss new business, and receive committee reports. A closed session is scheduled for legal matters.

• Continue public hearing: PB#1-22-12, Site Plan w/ Variance, 27-31 Central Avenue, Block 1104, Lot 7 & 8, applicant Giesi 31 Central LLC
• Continue public hearing: PB#1-22-17, Site Plan w/ Variance, 121-131 N. Summit Street & 145 Piermont Road, Block 1301, Lots 2 & 3, applicant RRD Summit Street LLC
• Approve minutes from February 22, March 8, March 22, and April 12, 2023 meetings
• Closed public meeting for legal matters

The Board approved a subdivision and site plan for three 3-story residential and retail buildings at 121-131 N. Summit Street and 145 Piermont Road. The project will include 112 residential units and associated parking. A separate site plan application for 27-31 Central Avenue was adjourned to June 28, 2023.

• Approved redevelopment of 121-131 N. Summit Street & 145 Piermont Road with conditions (6-1)
• Approved stipulation for dismissal regarding 22 Jersey (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes from Feb 22, March 8, March 22, and April 12, 2023 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned PB# 1-22-12 (27-31 Central Avenue) to June 28, 2023

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council will hold public hearings and vote on the 2023 municipal budget and several ordinances, including a $2,228,480 bond for capital improvements and appropriations for a recreation area and historic railroad station preservation. They will also consider a consent agenda with resolutions on escrow refunds, liquor license renewals, and participation in federal grant programs. A new ordinance on land development fees will be introduced for a future hearing.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2023 Local Municipal Budget (Resolutions R23-218, R23-219)
• Bond ordinance for $2,228,480 in capital improvements, issuing $2,122,000 in bonds (Ordinance 23-10)
• Appropriation of $245,000 for multi-purpose recreation area at old skate park and Tiger Cage turf (Ordinance 23-12)
• Appropriation of $20,000 for preservation plan for Tenafly Historic Railroad Station (Ordinance 23-11)
• Introduction of Ordinance 23-14 to amend land development fees, with hearing set for June 13, 2023

The Governing Body approved a consent agenda including the proclamation of June as Pride Month and various escrow refunds. Council also appointed a Human Resources Manager and moved to amend the 2023 Local Municipal Budget. A presentation on downtown transportation safety was provided for future review.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Pride Month proclamation and liquor license renewals (6-0)
• Appointed Human Resources Manager (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Resolution #R23-196 (5-1)
• Approved reading 2023 Local Municipal Budget by title only (6-0)
• Declared June 11, 2023 as Tenafly Pride Day (via Consent Agenda)
• Approved outdoor seating for Brasserie at 4 Washington Street (via Consent Agenda)
• Authorized participation in Fire Mutual Aid Plan and Rapid Deployment Force (via Consent Agenda)
• Approved various tree mitigation and engineering escrow refunds (via Consent Agenda)

Environmental Commission

The Tenafly Environmental Commission is meeting to review minutes and reports from the borough, DPW, Planning Board, and Green Team. Under old business, they will discuss a parks donation form, a trash-a-thon, Arbor Day, and composting options. New business includes electric leaf blowers, a tree ordinance, and solar panels.

• Discussion of electric power leaf blowers
• Tree ordinance discussion
• Solar panels discussion
• Parks donation form (Dan Park)
• Composting options (Dorothy Quincy & Zina Spezakis)

The commission agreed to partner with Neighborhood Compost for a pilot program from September to February, targeting 100 participating families. The body also approved using Clean Communities grant funds to purchase 40 additional trash tongs. The revised Master Plan was noted as approved.

• Approved 6-month composting pilot with Neighborhood Compost (Sept-Feb)
• Approved purchase of 40 additional tongs using Clean Communities grant money
• Accepted April 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Welcome Committee

The regular public meeting scheduled for May 15, 2023, was cancelled. No actions were taken.

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board is holding a special public meeting to discuss new business, including the Smith School drainage and front entrance projects and a reexamination report of the Master Plan. The board will also approve minutes from the February 8, 2023 special meeting and hear committee reports. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Smith School Projects – Drainage and Front Entrance
• Reexamination Report of the Master Plan
• Approval of February 8, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Committee reports

The Planning Board adopted the Reexamination Report of the Master Plan with specific edits to pages 18, 19, and 77. The Board also reviewed conceptual plans for proposed improvements at Smith School, though no formal action was taken on the project.

• Approved minutes of February 8, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Reexamination Report of the Master Plan with changes to Exhibit A (8-0)

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on four ordinances, including one to exceed budget limits and another to amend construction fees, and will consider a $2.2 million bond ordinance for various capital improvements. They will also vote on contracts for road improvements and park projects, and discuss a leaf blower ban.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 23-09 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Public hearing on Ordinance 23-08 amending construction code fees
• Introduction of Ordinance 23-10: $2,228,480 bond for capital improvements
• Resolution R23-192: Approve contract for 2023 Riverside Cooperative Road Improvement Program
• Resolution R23-196: Authorize Bergen County Open Space application for Municipal Field Improvements

The Governing Body approved a consent agenda including multiple tree and engineering escrow refunds. Council also approved contracts for the Riverside Cooperative Road Improvement Program and the Highwood Ave Roadway Project. The Environmental Commission was tasked with researching a potential ban on gas-powered leaf blowers.

• Approved Chamber of Commerce request to display banners on Washington Street
• Approved block party request at Old Smith Village
• Approved Trinity Lutheran Church rummage sale/fair request for June 10th
• Referred gas-powered leaf blower ban research to the Environmental Commission
• Approved Consent Agenda (R23-175 through R23-191) including various escrow refunds (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Riverside Cooperative Road Improvement Program contract (R23-192) (6-0)
• Approved professional engineering services for Riverside Cooperative Road Improvement Program (R23-193) (6-0)
• Approved professional engineering services for NJDOT FY2022 Highwood Ave Roadway Project (R23-194) (6-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Board approved a request for the Mayor and Council to expand the roofing bid to include the flat roof over the Picture Book room following a leak. The Board also approved the April 2023 financial statements and the minutes from the April 10 meeting.

• Approved request to Mayor and Council to expand roofing bid to include Picture Book room flat roof (Unanimous)
• Approved April 2023 financial reports (Unanimous)
• Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Recreation Board

The Tenafly Recreation Board accepted March minutes and discussed the Tenafly Youth Basketball program's $20,000 payment to the Alpine Board of Education for gym space. The board voted to allow five non-residents to join the T.U.S.C. U15 soccer team. Director Jamie Cannon reported on spring and summer program registrations, including 300 spring registrations and 250 summer campers, and confirmed funding for a multi-purpose asphalt area, Tiger Cage Turf, and a skate park grant.

• Motion carried to allow 5 non-residents to play on the T.U.S.C. U15 soccer team
• Tenafly Youth Basketball reported paying $20,000 to Alpine Board of Education for 236 hours of gym rental
• Capital budget funds approved for Multi-purpose recreation area, Tiger Cage Turf, and Froggy Park spinner
• Grant money is being processed for a skate park at the Tenafly Pool site
• Borough public forum scheduled for May 18 regarding downtown traffic and pedestrian safety

The board approved a request from Tenafly United Soccer Club to fill out its U15 team with up to 5 non-resident players, following co-sponsorship policies. The board also accepted the March 6, 2023 minutes and postponed the September meeting to September 18. No other substantive decisions were made; most of the meeting consisted of reports on programs, registrations, and capital projects.

• Approved allowing 5 non-residents to play on TUSC U15 team (unanimous)
• Accepted March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed September Recreation Committee meeting to September 18, 2023

Historic Preservation Commission

The Borough of Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. has been cancelled. This notice is procedural only; no items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancellation notice for May 4, 2023

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for May 4, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider three applications for zoning variances, including a front-yard fence, a home addition, and a new driveway. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and consider a resolution for a proposed addition at 78 Woodmere Lane.

• Resolution: Eli & Sophie Naftalovich, 78 Woodmere Lane – one-story front addition, 24.2% building coverage vs. 20% allowed
• New business: Lidia Cerda Real Estate Trust, 100 Churchill Rd – 6-foot black metal fence with driveway gates in front yard (4-foot 75% open fence permitted)
• New business: Michael Cangelosi, 274 Woodland St. – addition and circular driveway, non-compliant with front yard setback and impervious coverage
• Approval of minutes from April 3, 2023

The Board approved a request for a 6-foot security fence at 100 Churchill Road and a one-story addition at 78 Woodmere Lane. An application for a home addition and circular driveway at 274 Woodland Street was discussed but not decided in the provided text.

• Approved one-story addition at 78 Woodmere Lane (5-0)
• Approved 6-foot black metal fence and motorized gates at 100 Churchill Road (6-1)
• Approved April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board is holding a regular public meeting to continue its reexamination of the Master Plan draft and to resume public hearings on two site plan applications with variances. The first is for 27-31 Central Avenue (Block 1104, Lots 7 & 8) by Giesi 31 Central LLC, and the second is for 121-131 N. Summit Street and 145 Piermont Road (Block 1301, Lots 2 & 3) by RRD Summit Street LLC. No new business or committee reports are listed, and the next meeting is scheduled for May 10, 2023.

• Reexamination Report of the Master Plan Draft (old business)
• PB#1-22-12: Site Plan w/ Variance, 27-31 Central Avenue, Giesi 31 Central LLC
• PB#1-22-17: Site Plan w/ Variance, 121-131 N. Summit Street & 145 Piermont Road, RRD Summit Street LLC
• Next meeting: Wednesday, May 10, 2023

The Board announced a special public meeting on May 10, 2023, to hold a public hearing on the new Reexamination Report of the Borough’s Master Plan. Two subdivision applications were postponed or continued to future meetings.

• Scheduled public hearing for Master Plan Reexamination Report for May 10, 2023
• Adjourned application PB#1-22-12 (27-31 Central Avenue) to May 24, 2023
• Continued public hearing for application PB#1-22-18 (121-131 N. Summit Street & 145 Piermont Road) to May 24, 2023

Environmental Commission

The commission accepted the March 30, 2023 minutes and discussed the installation of EV charging stations approved by the Council. Members reviewed soil safety results for the Community Garden and coordinated upcoming Arbor Day and Trash-a-Thon events.

• Accepted March 30, 2023 minutes
• Agreed that signs may be sufficient to reserve EV charging spots before considering code changes
• Determined Community Garden soil is safe for produce based on Rutgers testing
• Formed a composting subcommittee consisting of the Borough Administrator, Olga, Zina, Dorothy, and Mike

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council approved a settlement agreement with the Fair Share Housing Center and passed a consent agenda including multiple tax and escrow refunds. The body also authorized the use of alcohol and equipment for a TVAC awards dinner and approved a Girl Scout library location.

• Approved settlement agreement with Fair Share Housing Center (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including tax and escrow refunds (6-0)
• Approved alcohol, tables, and chairs for TVAC awards dinner in Davis-Johnson park
• Approved location for Girl Scouts little free library by the dog park entrance
• Selected larger bronze plate to honor William McClure
• Approved hire of DPW candidates D’ Anna and Mulrooney as Driver/Laborer Step 2 (6-0)
• Authorized receipt of bids for Solid Waste Collection (6-0)

Welcome Committee

The committee approved the September 7 date for the New Residents event. The February minutes were posted to the website, and the Tenafly Municipal Democratic Committee information was removed from the Service Organizations page.

• Approved September 7 date for New Residents event
• Approved minutes with correction
• Removed Tenafly Municipal Democratic Committee information from website Service Organizations page
• Changed June 19 meeting to June 26
• Cancelled July meeting
• Changed August 14 meeting to August 21

Historic Preservation Commission

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss new business including a presentation from the Tenafly Rotary president, a 9/11 Museum, and digital transfer of glass negatives, and review old business on the Centennial Plaque application process. No certificates of appropriateness are on the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural with informational updates.

• No Certificate of Appropriateness applications
• Erick Lam, President of Tenafly Rotary, to speak
• Discussion of 9/11 Museum
• Digital transfer of glass negatives
• Centennial Plaque application/process update

The Commission approved a $100 donation for a mobile museum and voted to digitize glass negatives pending budget approval. It also updated the Centennial Plaque application fee to $300.

• Approved March 9, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $100 donation from THPC Trust Fund for Tunnel to Towers 9/11 Mobile Museum (unanimous)
• Approved digitization of glass negatives pending Mayor & Council budget approval (unanimous)
• Approved Centennial Plaque application changes, including increasing fee to $300.00 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board is holding a work session to discuss the Reexamination Report of the Master Plan Draft and Smith School projects involving drainage and the front entrance. The board will also address an update to the Parking Ordinance as old business. No specific dollar amounts or final votes are listed in the agenda text.

• Reexamination Report of the Master Plan Draft
• Smith School Projects – Drainage and Front Entrance
• Parking Ordinance update

The Board reviewed a draft Reexamination Report of the Master Plan and scheduled a special public meeting for May 10, 2023, to adopt the report with minor changes. The Board also discussed a proposed Payment In Lieu of Parking (PILOP) Ordinance for the downtown area.

• Scheduled Special Public Meeting for May 10, 2023 to adopt the Master Plan Reexamination Report (unanimous voice vote)
• Requested draft language for the Payment In Lieu of Parking (PILOP) Ordinance to be reviewed at a later date

Library Board of Trustees

The Board approved a letter to the Mayor and Council regarding the appropriation of funds for roof repairs. The Board also approved the March 2023 financial statements and meeting minutes.

• Approved payment not exceeding $250,000 to the Borough for roof replacement (5-1)
• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved March 2023 financial reports (Unanimous)
• Updated committee memberships for Building, Personnel, and Policy

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider three variance applications: a pool and patio at 239 Devon Road, a new single-family home at 15 Ravine Road, and a one-story addition at 78 Woodmere Lane. The board will also approve minutes from its March 6 meeting and receive planning publications.

• Noa Vilenski, 239 Devon Road ZB-2023-5: in-ground pool, patio, wall requiring steep-slope disturbance variance (decision due 04/08/23)
• Xiao Jing Li, 15 Ravine Road ZB-2023-6: new single-family home requiring steep-slope and retaining-wall height variances (decision due 04/28/23)
• Eli & Sophie Naftalovich, 78 Woodmere Lane ZB-2023-7: one-story front addition; building coverage 24.2% proposed vs 20% allowed (decision due 06/17/23)
• Approval of minutes from March 6, 2023 meeting

The Board approved variance requests for a pool and patio at 239 Devon Rd, a new dwelling at 15 Ravine Rd, and a home addition at 78 Woodmere Lane. The Board also voted to continue holding meetings remotely.

• Approved resolution for in-ground pool, patio, and wall at 239 Devon Rd (6-0)
• Approved resolution for new single family dwelling at 15 Ravine Rd (3-0)
• Approved one-story addition and building coverage variance at 78 Woodmere Lane (7-0)
• Approved motion to remain in remote meetings (5-2)

Environmental Commission

The Tenafly Environmental Commission will hold a standard meeting to approve minutes and receive routine reports from borough staff. The agenda focuses on planning for upcoming environmental events, specifically Earth Day on May 7 and Arbor Day on April 28. No new ordinances, contracts, or major policy decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Earth Day 2023 event scheduled for May 7 from 12-4 pm
• Arbor Day event scheduled for April 28
• Discussion of compost bins and school collection boxes
• Nature Center Dinner planning
• ANJEC Meeting scheduled for Saturday at 10-12:30 in Tinton Falls

The commission accepted the February 16, 2023, meeting minutes. Members received updates on EV charger planning, tree planting programs, and local recycling efforts.

• Accepted February 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are holding a special budget hearing meeting. The agenda includes departmental reviews by the auditor and for recreation, finance, building, and capital, followed by public comments and adjournment.

• Budget hearing meeting
• Departmental reviews: Recreation, Finance, Building, Capital
• Auditor Paul Lerch presentation
• Public comments period (15 minutes)

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council are holding a special budget hearing meeting on March 25, 2023, to review departmental budgets. The agenda includes public comments and departmental reviews for the Nature Center, Municipal Court, TVAC, Fire Prevention, Fire, and Police Department. No specific budget figures or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Public comments period (15 minutes total)
• Departmental review: Nature Center
• Departmental review: Municipal Court
• Departmental review: TVAC
• Departmental review: Fire Prevention, Fire, and Police Department

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board is holding a regular public meeting with several agenda items, including memorializing resolutions for a soil moving permit and a site plan, continuing a public hearing for a site plan at 27-31 Central Avenue, and opening a new public hearing for a site plan with variance at 121-131 N. Summit Street and 145 Piermont Road. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• PB#1-22-05: Soil Moving Permit for 62 Churchill Road (Ari Moses)
• PB#1-22-16: Site Plan w/ Variance for 62-64 Piermont Road & 45 Harold Street (62 Piermont Road LLC)
• PB#1-22-12: Site Plan w/ Variance for 27-31 Central Avenue (Giesi 31 Central LLC) - continued hearing
• PB#1-22-17: Site Plan w/ Variance for 121-131 N. Summit Street & 145 Piermont Road (RRD Summit Street LLC) - new public hearing

The Board approved a soil moving permit for 62 Churchill Road and a site plan with variances for 62-64 Piermont Road and 45 Harold Street. Two other subdivision applications were adjourned to April 26, 2023.

• Approved soil moving permit for 62 Churchill Road (6-0)
• Approved preliminary and final site plan with variances for 62-64 Piermont Road & 45 Harold Street (6-0)
• Approved minutes from December 21, 2022, January 11, 2023, and January 25, 2023 (Voice vote)
• Adjourned subdivision application for 27-31 Central Avenue to April 26, 2023
• Adjourned subdivision application for 121-131 N. Summit Street & 145 Piermont Road to April 26, 2023

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 23-01 setting school crossing guard salaries for 2023-2026, and will introduce several ordinances appropriating funds for capital projects, including a $1.65 million bond ordinance. The council will also consider a consent agenda with numerous resolutions, including contract awards and refunds, and discuss items like a solid waste contract and potential grants.

• Ordinance 23-01: Fix school crossing guard salaries for 2023-2026 (public hearing)
• Ordinance 23-02: Appropriate $115,000 from COVID relief funds for capital improvements
• Ordinance 23-03: Appropriate $10,000 for Froggy Park sign and spinner
• Ordinance 23-04: Appropriate $398,475 for Swim Club security cameras, flower beds, fencing, skate park, fountains
• Ordinance 23-05: Bond ordinance for $1,655,736 in capital improvements, issuing $1,576,000 in bonds

The Council approved the temporary 2023 budget and capital budget, along with a salary ordinance for school crossing guards. Several new ordinances for capital improvements, including a skate park and bond issuance, were introduced on first reading.

• Adopted Temporary Budget 2023 (6-0)
• Adopted Temporary 2023 Capital Budget (5-1)
• Passed Ordinance 23-01 fixing school crossing guard compensation for 2023-2026 (6-0)
• Approved 2022 Appropriation Reserve Line Item Transfers (6-0)
• Awarded contract to 4 Clean-Up INC for NJDOT Various Streets 2021 Project (6-0)
• Appointed Interim Human Resources Manager (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 23-05 for $1,655,736 in capital improvements and bond issuance (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 23-04 for $398,475 for swim club security, fencing, and skate park (5-1)

Welcome Committee

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes and confirmed a Firehouse and TVAC event for May 17, 2023. Members reported updates to the website's service organization list and the mailing of postcards to February new residents.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Confirmed Firehouse and TVAC event for 5/17/2023 (rain date 5/18/2023)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are conducting a special budget hearing meeting. The agenda includes departmental reviews for the Building Department, Senior Center, Administration, Human Resources, and Clerk.

• Budget hearing meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Board approved the meeting minutes from February 13 and March 7, 2023, as well as the February 2023 financial statements. Trustees discussed a patron incident involving police and prepared a list of six technical questions regarding a roof project estimate for the Borough Administrator.

• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved March 7, 2023 special meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved February 2023 financial statements (Unanimous)

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council hold a budget hearing meeting to review departmental budgets for Library, Tax Assessor, Planning Board, Public Works, and Capital.

• Budget hearing meeting
• Departmental reviews: Library, Tax Assessor, Planning Board, Public Works, Capital
• Public comments allocated 15 minutes

Board of Health

The Tenafly Board of Health is meeting to approve minutes from January, discuss old and new business, and hear staff reports. Key items include an update on Board of Health contracts and a request for permission to conduct aerial spraying for mosquito larvae.

• Update on Board of Health Contracts
• Permission to Conduct Aerial Spraying for Mosquito Larvae
• Approval of Minutes, January 12, 2023

The Board approved the minutes from January 12, 2023. Members reviewed communicable disease data for 2020-2022 and a report from the Registered Environmental Health Specialist. The Board decided to hold its next meeting in person.

• Approved January 12, 2023 minutes (all in favor)
• Decided to hold the next meeting in person

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a second-floor roof deck at 167 Serpentine Road. The board also decided not to pursue certain grant opportunities and discussed potential restoration projects for the Borough Administrator.

• Approved February 2, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Deemed 167 Serpentine Road deck application a minor application (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 167 Serpentine Road deck (unanimous)
• Decided not to pursue March grant opportunities

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board's regular public meeting scheduled for March 8, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard procedural items, with no substantive business to be discussed.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 22, 2023

The work session meeting scheduled for March 8, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Library Board of Trustees

The Board met to discuss a request from the Borough for the library to pay $250,000, half of a proposed $500,000 roof replacement cost. Following legal advice, the Board decided to hire its own engineer to verify the project costs.

• Approved resolution to hire an engineer to establish the full cost of replacing the library roof (8-0)

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will consider several contracts and resolutions, including a solid waste services agreement, police hiring, and a tree ordinance update. A public hearing is set for March 21 on an ordinance fixing school crossing guard salaries through 2026. The council will also discuss a naming committee update, an e-bike code recommendation, and closed-session items including affordable housing and a monopole lease.

• Resolution R23-121 – Execute Solid Waste Services Agreement
• Resolution R23-120 – Award Contract – Animal Control Services for 2023
• Resolution R23-122 – Award Contract – 2023 Annual Fireworks Display
• Police Hiring Update
• Tree Ordinance Update

The Governing Body chose a logo and orange and black color palette for town branding. Council decided not to extend outdoor dining and approved several service contracts and tree mitigation refunds. An ordinance to set school crossing guard compensation for 2023-2026 was introduced on first reading.

• Selected logo option 1 with orange and black color palette for town branding
• Decided not to extend outdoor dining
• Approved Consent Agenda including various tree mitigation escrow refunds (6-0)
• Awarded contracts for Sanitary Sewer repairs, Employee Assistance Program, Animal Control, and Fireworks (6-0)
• Executed Solid Waste Services Agreement (6-0)
• Approved tree removal at 150 Hudson Avenue
• Introduced Ordinance No. 23-01 for school crossing guard compensation (6-0)
• Approved pursuit of AARP Community Challenge grant if funding is viable

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider several variance applications, including a pergola, a new home with a pool, a two-family conversion, and a second-floor addition. The board will also review a request to extend an approval for a dwelling addition and swear in a new alternate member.

• Robert & Tara Schwartz, 89 Depeyster Avenue: adjustable pergola, FAR 25.5% proposed vs 22.5% permitted (ZB-2023-1)
• 44 Norman Place LLC, 44 Norman Place: new single-family dwelling and in-ground pool, variances required (ZB-2023-3)
• Manuel Gomez, 71 Hillside Ave: change of use from one-family to two-family, not permitted in R9 zone (ZB-2023-4)
• Fabrizio & Tamar Rotati, 109 Windsor Rd: second-floor addition, side yard variances (ZB-2022-15, dismissed without prejudice)
• Noa Vilenski, 239 Devon Rd: in-ground pool, patio, wall, steep slope disturbance variance (ZB-2023-5)

The Board approved a new single-family dwelling at 15 Ravine Road and a pool project at 239 Devon. Several resolutions for previous applications were also approved, including a use change to a two-family home at 71 Hillside Ave.

• Approved new home at 15 Ravine Road with conditions to remove sunken patio, 9.5' retaining wall, and performance balcony (5-0)
• Approved pool, patio, and wall at 239 Devon with conditions for landscaping, tree preservation, and fence placement (6-0)
• Approved use change from one-family to two-family home at 71 Hillside Ave (2-0)
• Approved resolution for new home and denied proposed pool at 44 Norman Place (4-0)
• Approved resolution for adjustable pergola at 89 Depeyster Avenue with condition to remove seepage pit language (4-0)
• Approved resolution for dismissal without prejudice for 109 Windsor Road (4-0)
• Approved one-year extension for second floor addition and garage at 8 Lindley Ave

Recreation Board

The Tenafly Recreation Board discussed spring sports registration numbers, summer camp capacity, and a proposed inclusive community play date program for children in grades K-10. The board also heard reports on a bullying incident at a TYB game, which was addressed by the school and police, and discussed the need for more field space due to lacrosse growth.

• Boys lacrosse has 90 players (3rd-8th grade); girls lacrosse has 75 players; K-2nd co-ed clinic has 25 kids
• Girls softball has 100 players (1st-6th grade); entering new Kinderkamack League
• Recky's Tiger Summer Camp has 250 campers registered, 640 trip registrations, 50 on waitlist; 3 full scholarships given
• Lacrosse field rental at Armory costs $500/hour; discussion on space needs
• Proposed free community play date for K-5 and 6-10 grades on Saturdays, using volunteers

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board is holding a regular public meeting with public hearings on two site plan applications that require variances. The board will also receive an update on a parking ordinance from the Mayor and Council and consider approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing: PB#1-22-16, Site Plan w/ Variance for 62-64 Piermont Road & 45 Harold Street, Block 1105, Lots 23, 37 & 38, applicant 62 Piermont Road LLC
• Public hearing: PB#1-22-12, Site Plan w/ Variance for 27-31 Central Avenue, Block 1104, Lot 7 & 8, applicant Giesi 31 Central LLC
• Update on Parking Ordinance from Mayor & Council
• Approval of minutes from October 26, November 9, December 12, and December 14, 2022 meetings

The Planning Board approved a major soil moving application for a residential property to create a level grass play area. The approved plan includes a tree replacement strategy and specific drainage and lighting requirements.

• Approved Major Soil Moving Application for 62 Churchill Road (6-0)
• Administered Oath of Office to Linda Khorozian as 2nd Alternate Member

Environmental Commission

The Tenafly Environmental Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes reports from the DPW, Borough, Planning Board, and Green Team, along with old business items such as a parks donation form, Earth Day and Arbor Day planning, compost bins, and school collection boxes. New business includes a proposed change of date for the March meeting.

• Parks donation form discussion with Dan Park & Eve Bolkin
• Earth Day planning led by Eve Bolkin
• Arbor Day planning led by Anna Makrinos Callahan
• Compost bins discussion
• School collection boxes & town recycle bins discussion

The Commission accepted the January 19, 2023 minutes and rescheduled the March meeting to March 30. Members discussed a potential $12,000-$15,000 food waste composting pilot program and coordinated upcoming tree planting events at Maugham School.

• Accepted January 19, 2023 minutes
• Rescheduled March meeting from March 16 to March 30

Welcome Committee

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes. Members confirmed a new resident event at the Firehouse for May 17, 2023, and reported that new resident business cards will be distributed via the library.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Confirmed Firehouse event for 5/17/2023 from 6-8pm

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved a response to the Borough Administrator stating the library intends to contribute financially to roof repairs. This contribution is contingent upon receiving satisfactory project specifications and compliance with New Jersey Library Law.

• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved January 2023 financial reports (Unanimous)
• Approved intent to contribute to library roof repair project pending project details and legal compliance (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board is holding a special public meeting to continue a public hearing on a soil moving permit application for 62 Churchill Road. The board will also swear in a new alternate member. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Continuation of public hearing for PB#1-22-05, Soil Moving Permit at 62 Churchill Road, Block 2102, Lot 5
• Swearing in of new member Linda Khorozian, 2nd Alternate

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will consider several items including outdoor dining regulations, sidewalks on Magnolia and Leonard Avenues, and the Tenafly Swim Club. They will also discuss the 2023 budget hearing schedule and a downtown parking ordinance. The meeting includes a closed session for lease negotiations and collective bargaining.

• Discussion of outdoor dining regulations
• Magnolia Avenue/Leonard Avenue sidewalks
• Tenafly Swim Club
• Downtown parking ordinance
• 2023 budget hearing schedule

The Governing Body decided to fund the entire Tenafly Swim Club project and requested an ordinance to that effect. Other actions included placing the library roof project in the Temporary Capital plan and appointing an interim Human Resources Manager.

• Approved funding for the entire Tenafly Swim Club project
• Placed Library Roof project in the Temporary Capital plan
• Approved Consent Agenda including 18 resolutions (5-0-1)
• Approved R23-79 and R23-100 for Tenafly Firehouse ceiling and electronic access upgrades (5-0-1)
• Approved R23-102 to adopt Investigation Report (4-0-1)
• Approved R23-103 to appoint Interim Human Resources Manager (5-0-1)
• Decided to move forward with a letter of commitment for Pfister’s Pond grant
• Appointed Peter Rustin to the Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider several variance applications, including a new single-family home with a pool, a change of use to a two-family dwelling, and two resolution approvals for a pergola and a porch addition. The board will also accept a resignation and discuss a request for an extension of a prior approval.

• 44 Norman Place LLC: new single-family dwelling and in-ground pool, variances per Bulk Schedule (ZB-2023-3)
• Manuel Gomez, 71 Hillside Ave: change of use from one-family to two-family, not permitted in R9 zone (ZB-2023-4)
• Robert & Tara Schwartz, 89 Depeyster Ave: adjustable pergola, 25.5% FAR vs 22.5% permitted (ZB-2023-1)
• Darren & Stacy Esser, 11 Forest Road: front porch addition requiring bulk variance for impervious coverage (ZB-2023-2)
• Arustamyan Hayk, 181 Westervelt Ave: letter requesting extension of 2017 approval

The Board approved a variance for a new single-family dwelling at 44 Norman Place subject to landscaping reviews, while denying the accompanying pool request. A request to convert a home at 71 Hillside Ave to a two-family dwelling was denied.

• Approved six-month extension for 181 Westervelt Ave (7-0)
• Dismissed application for 109 Windsor Road without prejudice (Voice vote)
• Approved resolution for front porch addition at 11 Forest Road (6-0)
• Approved new single-family dwelling at 44 Norman Place subject to landscaping reevaluation (7-0)
• Denied proposed pool at 44 Norman Place (5-2)
• Denied change of use from one-family to two-family home at 71 Hillside Ave (5-2)
• Postponed approval of January 9, 2023 minutes and resolution for 89 Depeyster Avenue

Historic Preservation Commission

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss grant opportunities from the NJ Historic Trust, and review old business items including the Inness Road Gates and David & Paul's Book. The meeting includes public comment with a three-minute limit per speaker.

• Approval of January 5, 2023 minutes
• Discussion of NJ Historic Trust Capital Preservation Grants Program FY 2023
• Discussion of NJ Historic Trust Historic Site Management Grants FY23
• Update on Inness Road Gates
• Update on David & Paul's Book

The Commission approved the hiring of a Professional Historic Consultant to write designation reports. Members also discussed potential grant-funded projects and the possibility of an ordinance for bed and breakfasts in historic homes.

• Approved minutes from January 5, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring a Professional Historic Consultant (unanimous)

Planning Board

This regular public meeting of the Tenafly Planning Board was cancelled. The agenda contains only the standard opening statement and placeholder sections, with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

The Regular Public Meeting of the Tenafly Planning Board scheduled for January 25, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Mayor & Council

The Tenafly Mayor and Council will hold a regular meeting with several discussion items including sidewalk policy, naming of council chambers, a TVAC ordinance, council meetings ordinance, and senior van. The consent agenda includes contracts for police vehicle maintenance, traffic signal repairs, and affordable housing expenditures. Several resolutions will be voted on, including sanitary sewer repairs on Piermont Road and a firehouse ceiling replacement.

• Sidewalk Discussion
• Naming of Council Chambers
• TVAC Ordinance
• Resolution R23-57 – Award Contract – Sanitary Sewer System - Piermont Road Sinkhole & Piping Repairs
• Resolution R23-79 – Authorize Contract for the Replacement of Drop Ceiling – Tenafly Firehouse

The Council approved a consent agenda including police vehicle maintenance and the purchase of a police motorcycle. They also authorized a grant agreement for the Tenafly Swim Club and a vehicle purchase for the Department of Public Works. Discussions were held regarding sidewalk priorities and the potential for a skate park.

• Approved Consent Agenda including police vehicle maintenance and affordable housing expenditures (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R23-77 to purchase a police motorcycle (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R23-78 to amend vehicle purchase for Department of Public Works (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R23-80 for Tenafly Swim Club grant agreement (5-1)
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting and closed session minutes (6-0)
• Appointed Linda Khorozian to the Planning Board
• Appointed Elyssa Todd to the Dog Park Committee
• Agreed to submit maps of three flood zone areas of concern to Senator Gordon Johnson

Environmental Commission

The Tenafly Environmental Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting, with reports from the Borough, DPW, Planning Board, and Green Team. Old business includes planning for Earth Day 2023, compost bins, and school collection boxes, while new business covers a December meeting conflict, ANJEC membership contacts, and gas stoves.

• Earth Day 2023 planning
• Compost bins discussion
• School collection boxes & town recycle bins
• Gas stoves discussion
• ANJEC membership contact list

The Commission accepted the December 1, 2022 minutes and rescheduled the December 7, 2023 meeting to November 30. Members discussed updates on a dog park grant, composting research, and a $5,000 budget increase request for the Green Team.

• Accepted December 1, 2022 minutes with one correction
• Rescheduled December 7, 2023 meeting to November 30
• Paid $400 annual fee to join ANJEC

Board of Health

The Tenafly Board of Health is meeting to handle routine organizational matters, including swearing in new members, electing officers, and approving past meeting minutes. The board will also review its 2023 budget as part of new business.

• Swearing in of new members Berton Greenberg and Julie O'Connor
• Election of officers
• Approval of minutes from September 8, 2022 and December 8, 2022
• Review of 2023 Board of Health budget

The Board of Health elected its 2023 officers and approved the minutes from two previous meetings. Following a closed session, the Board decided to proceed with a 2-day per week contract for the Registered Environmental Health Specialist. The Board also agreed to adopt the Contrapest pest control method.

• Elected Howard Bader as President (unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Etta Frankel as Vice President (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of September 8, 2022 and December 8, 2022 (unanimous voice vote)
• Decided to proceed with a 2-day contract for the Registered Environmental Health Specialist
• Decided to proceed with the Contrapest pest control method

Planning Board

The Tenafly Planning Board is holding a special public meeting to reorganize for 2023, including swearing in new members, electing officers, and appointing board professionals and committee members. The board will also memorialize resolutions for two site plan and subdivision approvals, and discuss the Open Space & Recreation Plan draft.

• Swearing in of new members Mary Beth Wilmit and Darren Esser
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2023
• Appointment of Board Attorney, Planner, Engineer, Special COAH Attorney, and Board Secretary with professional service contracts
• Memorialization of resolution for PB#1-22-13, site plan with variance at 255 County Road (Block 1308, Lot 5)
• Memorialization of resolution for PB#1-22-11, subdivision with variances at 25 George Street (Block 903, Lot 12)

The Planning Board held its re-organization meeting to elect officers and appoint professional staff for 2023. The board approved two site resolutions and adopted the Open Space and Recreation Plan with specific amendments. Committee memberships for the year were also established.

• Elected Mary Beth Wilmit as Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Nichole Osborne as Vice Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Jeffrey Zenn, Esq. as Attorney (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Joseph Burgis and David Novak as Planners (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed David Hals, P.E. as Engineer (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Edward Buzak, Esq. as Special COAH Attorney (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Amanda Booth as Secretary (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved site plan and variances for 255 County Road (6-0)

Mayor & Council

The council will vote on a contract for sanitary sewer repairs at the Piermont Road sinkhole and authorize engineering inspection services. A sidebar agreement with Local 342 of the Long Island Public Service Employees Union is also up for approval. The agenda includes a presentation on the library roof and Bliss Avenue, and a sidewalk request update.

• Resolution R23-57: Award contract for sanitary sewer system repairs at Piermont Road sinkhole
• Resolution R23-58: Authorize engineering construction inspection services for Piermont Road sinkhole repairs
• Resolution R23-59: Authorize sidebar agreement with Local 342 Long Island Public Service Employees Union
• Resolution R23-60: Placeholder for FY2023 Local Recreational Improvement Grant Program
• Consent agenda includes interlocal agreements with Paramus for PSAP 911 service and fire vehicle maintenance

The Governing Body approved a change order for the Bliss Avenue Culvert Replacement Program and authorized a grant application for Municipal Complex Field Improvement. A request to remove a sidewalk at 38 Leonard Avenue was denied, and two resolutions regarding Piermont Road repairs were tabled for clarification.

• Denied sidewalk removal at 38 Leonard Avenue (1-5)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Bliss Avenue Culvert change order (R23-61) and engineering services (R23-62) (6-0)
• Approved application for FY2023 Local Recreational Improvement Grant for Municipal Complex Field Improvement (6-0)
• Approved sidebar agreement with Local 342 Long Island Public Service Employees (6-0)
• Tabled contract for Piermont Road sinkhole and piping repairs (R23-57) for clarification
• Tabled engineering inspection services for Piermont Road repairs (R23-58) for clarification
• Approved minutes from January 3, 2023 Recess and Reorganization meetings (6-0)
• Reached consensus to proceed with Salt Shed Structural Assessment

Board of Adjustment

The Tenafly Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to reorganize for 2023, swear in members, and approve minutes. The board will also consider resolutions and new business, including three variance applications for residential properties. One application was continued to February 6, 2023.

• Resolution: The Bon Scott Group, LLC, 16 Cambridge Rd ZB-2022-21 – proposed moving an outside wall 8-12 inches, with a 9-foot side yard setback instead of the required 10 feet.
• New business: Robert & Tara Schwartz, 89 Depeyster Avenue ZB-2023-1 – adjustable pergola, with 25.5% FAR proposed versus 22.5% permitted.
• New business: Darren & Stacy Esser, 11 Forest Road ZB-2023-2 – front porch addition requiring bulk variance for impervious coverage and livable floor area.
• Communication: Fabrizio Rotati, 109 Windsor Road ZB-2022-15 – hearing continued to February 6, 2023.

The Board approved two residential construction projects involving variances for floor area and impervious coverage. The board also completed its annual reorganization by appointing officers and professional staff for 2023.

• Appointed Mr. Kominsky as Chair (voice vote)
• Appointed Mr. Cytryn as Vice Chair (voice vote)
• Appointed Mr. Zenn as Board Attorney (voice vote)
• Appointed Mr. Hals as Board Engineer (voice vote)
• Appointed Mr. Friedman as Second Vice Chair (voice vote)
• Appointed Ms. Peterson as Board Secretary (voice vote)
• Approved resolution for 16 Cambridge Rd (4-0)
• Approved pergola at 89 Depeyster Avenue with condition it never be enclosed (7-0)

Welcome Committee

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes with corrections. Members discussed creating a business card for new residents and coordinating with the Tenafly Police Department.

• Approved minutes review with corrections

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees conducted its 2023 reorganization, electing its officers and swearing in three members. The Board unanimously approved the 2023 Library Fund Budget and the BCCLS Certification of Agreement.

• Elected Kathleen Cook as President (Unanimous)
• Elected Soon Juhng as Vice President (Unanimous)
• Elected Martin Gilbert as Secretary/Treasurer (Unanimous)
• Approved December 12, 2022 regular and executive meeting minutes
• Approved December 2022 financial statements (Unanimous)
• Accepted 2023 Library Fund Budget as presented (Unanimous)
• Approved BCCLS 2023 Certification of Agreement (Unanimous)

Recreation Board

The Tenafly Recreation Board met to approve minutes, elect officers, and discuss recreation programs and capital projects. The board reviewed the 2023 capital budget, including $100,000 for phase II of the Community Area at Roosevelt Common, $85,000 for new turf at the Tiger Cage, and $155,000 for a multi-use facility at the old skate park. They also discussed staffing vacancies and resolved a gym space issue for Tenafly Youth Basketball.

• Approved minutes from December 12, 2023
• Elected Michael Greeley as Chairman and Nahuel Quiroga as Vice Chairman
• Discussed 2023 capital budget: $100,000 for Community Area phase II (skate park), $85,000 for Tiger Cage turf, $155,000 for multi-use facility at old skate park
• Reported 50 participants in Flag Football Clinic, 24 per craft in Craft Club
• Resolved gym space issue for Tenafly Youth Basketball, displacing 250 players

Historic Preservation Commission

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to swear in new members, select officers, and hold a public hearing on a property at 177 Hudson Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and updates from the council liaison.

• Swearing in of new members Brendan Lee, Thorin Tritter, and Steven Standler
• Public hearing for 177 Hudson Avenue, Block 1404, Lot 21
• Selection of new Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from November 3 and December 1, 2022 meetings

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a residential renovation and addition at 177 Hudson Avenue. The board also elected its 2023 officers and swore in three new members.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 177 Hudson Avenue (unanimous)
• Elected Mike Barone as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Emily Yang as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 3, 2022 and December 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Swore in Brendan Lee, Thorin Tritter, and Steven Standler

Mayor & Council

The Mayor and Council are meeting to approve a consent agenda of routine administrative items, including expenditures, refunds for the Recreation Department and tax court judgments, tree mitigation escrow actions, and a vehicle purchase for the Building Department. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approve expenditures as of December 28, 2022
• Authorize refunds – Recreation Department – Various
• Authorize tree mitigation escrow refunds at 310 Devon Road, 86 Oxford Drive, and 19 Depeyster Avenue
• Authorize purchase of vehicle – Building Department
• Approve redemption of tax lien – Block 1803, Lot 5

The Mayor and Council approved the minutes from December 13 and December 20, 2022. A consent agenda containing ten resolutions was approved by a unanimous roll call vote. No other business was conducted.

• Approved minutes of Dec 13 and Dec 20, 2022 meetings
• Approved expenditures as of December 28, 2022 (R22-424)
• Authorized Recreation Department refunds (R22-425)
• Approved tree mitigation escrow forfeit for 6 Stonehurst Drive (R22-426)
• Authorized tree mitigation escrow refunds for 310 Devon Road, 86 Oxford Drive, and 19 Depeyster Avenue (R22-427, R22-428, R22-430)
• Authorized Building Department vehicle purchase (R22-429)
• Authorized Tax Court Judgment refunds (R22-431)
• Authorized 2022 line item transfers (R22-432)

Mayor & Council

This is the annual reorganization meeting. The council will confirm appointments to boards, commissions, and committees, select a council president, and adopt the 2023 meeting schedule and various administrative resolutions. The mayor will also deliver a State of the Borough address.

• Confirmation of Borough Attorney Weiner Law Group, LLP
• Confirmation of appointments to Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and other boards/commissions
• Adoption of 2023 meeting schedule and holiday calendar
• Approval of temporary budget for 2023
• Mayor's State of the Borough address

The Mayor and Council held their annual meeting to swear in new council members and appoint various borough attorneys and board members. The council approved a comprehensive consent agenda including the 2023 temporary budget and meeting schedule. Mayor Zinna also outlined priorities for 2023, including storm drain mapping and garbage contract analysis.

• Confirmed Wendy Rubinstein, Esq. as Borough Attorney (6-0)
• Elected Councilmember Jeffrey Grossman as Council President (unanimous)
• Confirmed Labor Counsel Weiner Law Group, LLP (5-1)
• Confirmed Borough Auditor Lerch, Vinci & Bliss, LLP (6-0)
• Confirmed Bond Counsel JP Capizzi, LLC (6-0)
• Confirmed Tax Appeal Attorneys Trenk Isabel Siddiqi & Shahdanian P.C. and Gloria Oh Law Group, LLC (6-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Board of Health, Library Board of Trustees, and Recreation Board (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including 2023 Temporary Budget and Meeting Schedule (6-0)