Westfield public meetings in 2021

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is adopting General Ordinance No. 2231, which approves the redevelopment plan for properties at 201 Prospect Street and 112 Ferris Place. The body is also adopting General Ordinance No. 2230 to update the municipal salary schedule effective January 1, 2022. Additionally, the Council is approving five Community Development Block Grant projects totaling $181,250 and authorizing $744,382.94 in bills and claims.

• Adoption of General Ordinance No. 2231 for the Prospect & Ferris Redevelopment Plan covering 201 Prospect Street and 112 Ferris Place
• Adoption of General Ordinance No. 2230 amending the personnel salary schedule effective January 1, 2022
• Approval of CDBG grant for Westfield YMCA Adult Special Needs Program ($56,000)
• Approval of CDBG grant for Westfield YMCA Outdoor Recreational Renovations ($55,250)
• Approval of CDBG grants for Recreation Department Senior Transportation ($10,000) and ADA Doors ($15,000)

The Town Council adopted the Prospect & Ferris Redevelopment Plan (General Ordinance No. 2231) after a lengthy public hearing with many residents opposing the project's size and traffic impact. The plan sets development standards for the property, including up to 64 residential units, retail space, a green roof, and preservation of a historic home, but is not an approval to begin construction. The Council also approved a redevelopment agreement for the Handler Building, designating 610 North, LLC as the redeveloper for a vertical hydroponic farm project. Several other resolutions were passed, including approving bills and claims of $744,382.94 and adopting 2022 payroll schedules for various employee groups.

• Adopted Prospect & Ferris Redevelopment Plan (Ordinance 2231)
• Approved Handler Building redevelopment agreement with 610 North, LLC
• Approved bills and claims totaling $744,382.94
• Adopted 2022 payroll schedules for DPW, Police, and other employees
• Approved Change Order #2 for 2021 Road Improvements ($11,959.42)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Prospect Street Improvement ($20,870.23)
• Adopted Union County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Set 2022 meeting schedule and Organization Meeting date (Jan 4, 2022)

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health is holding its regular December meeting, where it will review reports from the Health Department, Vital Statistics, Animal Control, and Nursing, and consider financial reports and bills. The board will also discuss COVID-19 updates, including clinic schedules and school guidance, and take action on resolutions for stipends for the secretary and staff for COVID activities, as well as set 2022 meeting dates.

• Resolution 7-2021 BOH Secretary Stipend
• Resolution 8-2021 Staff Stipend—Covid Activities
• COVID update: clinic schedule, school guidance, local data
• 2022 Meeting Dates
• Financial Reports (November 2021) and Bills (September–November 2021)

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on December 6, 2021, to consider new applications, including a major residential development, and to review a redevelopment ordinance. The board will also address two subdivision applications carried from previous meetings and review pending applications for other projects.

• PB21-09: Demolition and construction of 162-unit inclusionary residential development at 522 Springfield Avenue (Block 1905, Lot 13); decision due by December 19, 2021.
• General Ordinance No. 2231: Adoption of the Prospect & Ferris Redevelopment Plan.
• PB 18-10: Subdivision of property at 885 New England Drive into two lots; carried to January 5, 2022.
• PB 19-02: Subdivision of property at 873 New England Drive into two lots; public hearing to be scheduled per court judgment.
• PB21-11: Major site plan to renovate and expand former TD Bank at 552-556 North Ave East for a liquor store; scheduled for January 5, 2022.

The Planning Board approved a subdivision at 885 New England Drive, creating two conforming lots, with one member opposed. The Board also found the Prospect & Ferris Redevelopment Plan (Ordinance No. 2231) not inconsistent with the Master Plan, sending it to the Town Council. A new application for a 162-unit development at 522 Springfield Avenue was heard and carried to the next meeting.

• Approved the subdivision at 885 New England Drive into two conforming lots (8-1 vote).
• Found the Prospect & Ferris Redevelopment Plan not inconsistent with the Master Plan (unanimous).
• Carried the 522 Springfield Avenue application to the next meeting.
• Adopted the minutes of the November 1, 2021 meeting.
• Carried the 873 New England Drive application at the applicant's request.

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes a presentation on Girls Softball, reports from liaisons and committees, and discussion of old business items such as tennis court reservations, a kiosk donation for Brightwood Park, and the Windsor Park playground. New business includes setting the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Girls Softball presentation during public portion
• Tennis Court Reservations discussion
• Friends of Brightwood Park Kiosk Donation
• Windsor Park Playground
• 2022 Rec Meeting Schedule

The Recreation Commission approved a partnership with GSLW to fund three projects at Memorial Fields: drainage installation, canvas dugout covers, and portable outfield fencing. Costs will be split 50/50 between the town and GSLW up to specified caps, with GSLW covering any overage. The commission also noted the approved grant for the Windsor Park playground and plans to order equipment in early 2022.

• Approved 50/50 cost-share with GSLW for field drainage up to $30,000, with GSLW covering overage.
• Approved 50/50 cost-share with GSLW for canvas dugout covers up to $9,000, with GSLW covering overage.
• Approved 50/50 cost-share with GSLW for portable outfield fencing up to $9,000, with GSLW covering overage.
• Noted that other GSLW capital improvements (water/electricity access, concession stand) will be discussed later.
• Noted that the Windsor Park playground grant was approved; equipment will be ordered in early 2022.
• Noted that the Friends of Brightwood Park kiosk has arrived; installation and policy will be handled by Recreation Dept.
• Noted that tennis court reservation signage and policies will be developed in early 2022.
• Noted that the 2022 meeting schedule was emailed and will be published.

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding a conference meeting and regular meeting on November 23, 2021. They will discuss and vote on several resolutions, including moving to a self-insurance plan, refunding overpaid taxes and fees, and awarding a contract for police body-worn cameras. Public hearings are scheduled for an ordinance to update electric vehicle infrastructure regulations and a special ordinance to sell town property at 2011 Boynton Avenue. The council will also consider ordinances amending the personnel salary schedule and adopting the Prospect & Ferris Redevelopment Plan.

• Resolution to award contract for purchase of Body Worn Cameras for Police Department
• Ordinance to amend land use code to supplement electric vehicle infrastructure regulations
• Special ordinance authorizing sale of town property at 2011 Boynton Avenue
• Resolution authorizing Town to move to a self-insurance plan
• Bills and claims in the amount of $240,989.76

The Town Council approved a resolution to enter a new 5-year purchasing agreement with Axon Enterprise for body worn cameras for all officers and upgraded mobile video systems with license plate readers, costing $658,216.88 total. The council also passed ordinances on first reading to amend electric vehicle infrastructure regulations and to adopt the Prospect & Ferris Redevelopment Plan. Additionally, they approved a resolution to self-insure group medical, prescription drug, and dental benefits starting January 1, 2022.

• Approved Resolution 261: New 5-year Axon Enterprise agreement for body worn cameras and ALPR systems, total $658,216.88, with Year 1 cost of $101,067.38.
• Passed General Ordinance 2229 on second reading: Amends land use ordinance to supplement electric vehicle infrastructure regulations.
• Passed Special Ordinance 2224: Authorizes sale of town property at 2011 Boynton Avenue.
• Approved General Ordinance 2230 on first reading: Amends personnel positions and salary schedule.
• Approved General Ordinance 2231 on first reading: Adopts the Prospect & Ferris Redevelopment Plan.
• Approved Resolution 258: Self-insure group medical, rx drug, and dental benefits effective January 1, 2022, with Horizon as administrator and Zurich American for stop-loss.
• Approved Resolution 259: Request to insert $124,318.00 in 2021 budget for Body Worn Camera Program.
• Approved bills and claims totaling $240,989.76.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will review proposed historic designations for 23 Stoneleigh Park and 112 Ferris Place. Members will also consider designs for 1481 East Broad and receive updates on properties at 780 Oak Avenue and 330 Woodland Avenue.

• Proposed Historic Designation of 23 Stoneleigh Park
• Proposed Historic Designation of 112 Ferris Place
• Design Considerations for 1481 East Broad
• HPO Update: 780 Oak Avenue
• HPO Update: 330 Woodland Avenue

The Westfield Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from October 25, 2021, and voted to nominate two properties for historic designation: 23 Stoneleigh Park (Jed Smith Foster House) and 112 Ferris Place (Mills-Ferris-Pearsal House). The commission also concurred with the Historic Preservation Officer's assessment that 330 Woodland Avenue has historical significance, and memorialized a certificate of appropriateness for a garage at 242 Kimball Avenue. Discussions were held on design considerations for 1481 East Broad Street, but no formal action was taken.

• Approved the October 25, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Nominated 23 Stoneleigh Park for historic designation (all in favor).
• Nominated 112 Ferris Place for historic designation (all in favor).
• Concurred that 330 Woodland Avenue has historical significance (all in favor).
• Memorialized the certificate of appropriateness for 242 Kimball Avenue (all in favor, Blasi abstained).

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board is meeting to discuss routine reports and updates, including the Yiftee gift card program, the Downtown Welcome Center, the teardown of Quimby and parklets, and a National Main Street Grant update. The board will also hear from committees and liaisons, and take public comment.

• Yiftee gift card update
• Downtown Welcome Center update
• Teardown of Quimby and parklets
• National Main Street Grant update
• New businesses and vacancies report

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board unanimously approved the October 20, 2021 meeting minutes and passed a motion to approve the October 2021 financial report. The Yiftee gift card program has 36 local businesses signed on, with a goal of 50, and will be promoted via social media and window clings. The Downtown Welcome Center will relocate to the North Avenue train station from Black Friday through Christmas Eve, offering gift cards and gift wrapping. The board also heard updates on the MJB Project, holiday events, and DPW activities, but no public comments were made.

• Approved minutes from October 20, 2021 unanimously
• Approved October 2021 financial report via motion
• Yiftee gift card program: 36 businesses signed, goal 50
• Welcome Center to operate at North Avenue train station (Black Friday–Christmas Eve)
• MJB Project Phase 2 completed; Phase 3 & 4 under exploration
• Holiday events planned: tree lighting, ice carving, caroling, Snap with Santa
• DPW to re-string holiday trees, fix lamp posts, review Lot 7 for shade trees
• Meeting adjourned at 8:25 pm for executive session

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold a conference meeting and regular meeting on November 9, 2021, to discuss and vote on resolutions and ordinances. Key items include the sale of town-owned property at 2011 Boynton Avenue to contiguous owners for $90,000, several contract awards for Council Chambers upgrades and recycling services, and various financial warrants and budget transfers. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and licenses.

• Special Ordinance No. 2224: sale of 2011 Boynton Avenue to Keith Disko and Joanna Glinska for $90,000
• Contract award to CDW Government for technical upgrades to Council Chambers, not to exceed $173,577.77
• Contract award to TZ Electrical Contracting for electrical upgrades to Council Chambers, not to exceed $14,600
• Contract award for curbside collection of recyclable material (bid amount listed as $428,500 for Option A)
• Resolution to appoint Robert F. Renaud as conflict counsel for tax appeals at $150/hour, not to exceed $6,000

The Town Council awarded a three-year curbside recycling collection contract to Grand Sanitation Services, Inc. for an annual amount of $431,357.00 (Option B, total $1,294,070), and a disposal services contract to Bayshore Recycling for up to $240,000.00. The council also approved a $173,577.77 contract to CDW Government for technical upgrades to Council Chambers, and introduced Special Ordinance No. 2224 to sell town property at 2011 Boynton Avenue, with a public hearing set for November 23, 2021. Several other resolutions were adopted, including appointments, refunds, and a budget transfer.

• Awarded 3-year curbside recycling contract to Grand Sanitation Services, Inc. for $431,357.00/year (unanimous)
• Awarded disposal services contract to Bayshore Recycling for up to $240,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved $173,577.77 contract to CDW Government for Council Chambers technical upgrades (unanimous)
• Introduced Special Ordinance No. 2224 to sell 2011 Boynton Avenue; public hearing set for Nov. 23, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $287,884.62 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Approved budget transfer of $50,137 (roll call vote, all present yea)
• Granted open air lot license to Westfield Auto Care (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert F. Renaud as conflict tax appeal counsel at $150/hour, not to exceed $6,000 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on five variance applications, including a carried-over appeal from Elite Performance LLC to expand its business at 918 South Avenue West. The board will also consider new appeals for residential projects involving decks, patios, pools, and home additions that exceed ordinance limits. Decisions will be made on these applications, with statutory deadlines noted for each.

• Elite Performance LLC, 918 South Avenue West: addition with reduced setbacks, higher floor area ratio, fewer parking spaces, narrower driveway, and higher illumination than allowed
• Craig Joseph, 451 Whittier Avenue: rear deck exceeding building coverage limit (23.91% vs 22%)
• Benjamin Leavitt, 544 Codding Road: patio enlargement and inground pool with reduced rear setback and increased coverage
• Jared & Heidi Kanefsky, 26 Carol Road: patio, inground pool, and cored patio exceeding building coverage limit
• Christopher Rossi, 679 Shackamaxon Drive: porch replacement, kitchen addition, and bedroom expansion exceeding building coverage limit

The Westfield Board of Adjustment approved three applications: a deck at 451 Whittier Ave, a pool/patio at 26 Carol Rd (with condition), and a home expansion at 679 Shackamaxon Dr. Two applications were carried to the December 13, 2021 meeting: Elite Performance LLC (918 South Ave W) and Benjamin Leavitt (544 Codding Rd), both pending revisions. The board also adopted minutes and resolutions from the October 13, 2021 meeting.

• Approved deck variance at 451 Whittier Ave (7-0)
• Approved pool/patio at 26 Carol Rd with condition that covered patio/pavilion remain open (7-0)
• Approved home expansion at 679 Shackamaxon Dr (7-0)
• Carried Elite Performance LLC application to Dec 13 meeting for revised plans
• Carried Benjamin Leavitt pool/patio application to Dec 13 meeting for reduced plan
• Adopted minutes of Oct 13, 2021 meeting
• Adopted resolutions for Oct 13, 2021 applications (6 extensions/approvals)

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, including roll call, approval of minutes, and liaison reports, with no listed new business. Old business items include tennis court reservations, a kiosk donation for Friends of Brightwood Park, and a Diwali kids performance.

• Tennis Court Reservations (old business)
• Friends of Brightwood Park, Kiosk Donation (old business)
• Diwali Kids Performance (old business)

The Westfield Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the October 4 meeting. During the public portion, two residents spoke about the EIS Field proposal, raising concerns about traffic, congestion, carcinogens in turf, and noise. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved October 4 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:59 pm (motion by Ron Feldman, seconded by Amy Berman)

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on an appeal to subdivide 873 New England Drive into two lots. The board will also review an ordinance on EV infrastructure and discuss pending applications, including a 162-unit inclusionary project and a liquor store expansion.

• Public hearing on PB 19-02, 873 New England Drive: remove dwelling and subdivide into two lots
• Review of ordinance to supplement EV infrastructure regulations
• PB21-09, 522 Springfield Avenue: 162-unit inclusionary project (Williams Nursery), hearing scheduled for December 6
• PB 21-08, 885 New England Drive: subdivision application, decision date passed September 16, 2021
• PB21-11, 552-556 & 560 North Ave East: renovate former TD Bank for liquor store, in completeness review

The Planning Board carried the application for 885 New England Drive (PB 21-08) to the December 6, 2021 meeting, after hearing testimony and objections from residents. The board also recommended an ordinance to align local EV infrastructure regulations with state law, which was adopted unanimously.

• Carried PB 21-08 (885 New England Drive subdivision) to Dec. 6, 2021 (unanimous)
• Recommended EV infrastructure ordinance amendment (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review September 2021 department reports and hold a hearing for Sichuan Dynasty. The meeting includes updates on COVID-19 vaccination outreach, school guidance, and local transmission rates.

• Board Hearing: Sichuan Dynasty
• COVID clinic schedule update
• Vaccination subcommittee/Vulnerable Population Outreach Update
• Review of September 2021 Health Department, Vital Statistics, Animal Control, and Nursing reports

Town Council Notifications

The Town Council is considering an ordinance to amend land use regulations regarding electric vehicle supply equipment. The meeting also includes discussions on road improvements, tax refunds, and various municipal financial resolutions.

• Ordinance 2229: Amending land use regulations for electric vehicle infrastructure
• Change Order No. 1 for 2021 Various Road Improvements
• Resolution to replenish postage meter with $3,000
• Resolution authorizing tax refunds for 2020-2021 pursuant to Tax Court of NJ
• Approval of bills and claims totaling $286,616.06

The Westfield Town Council approved General Ordinance No. 2229 on first reading, amending the land use ordinance to supplement electric vehicle infrastructure regulations. The ordinance will be considered for final passage on November 23, 2021. The council also approved bills and claims totaling $286,616.06, several resolutions including a change order for road improvements, and a request for deer management in local parks.

• Approved General Ordinance No. 2229 (EV infrastructure) on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved bills and claims of $286,616.06 (unanimous)
• Authorized Change Order No. 1 for 2021 road improvements, increasing contract to $1,601,172.48 (unanimous)
• Requested Union County deer management in Brightwood and Tamaques Parks (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 to replenish bulk mail permit (unanimous)
• Approved recreation fee refunds totaling $493.20 (unanimous)
• Approved tax overpayment refunds of $3,145.68 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to vote on a Certificate of Appropriateness for a residential garage and a historic designation for a town-owned kiosk. The body will also receive updates on the town's Certified Local Government status.

• Application for a new two-car garage at 242 Kimball Avenue
• Proposed historic designation of the Train Station Kiosk on South Avenue
• Report on Certified Local Government Status
• Updates on Devlin Awards

The Westfield Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for Brian and Kathryn Reed to construct a new two-car garage at 242 Kimball Avenue, replacing a storm-destroyed garage. The commission also unanimously voted to nominate the historic Train Kiosk for designation. The meeting included procedural approvals and updates on other projects.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 2-car garage at 242 Kimball Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved nomination of Train Kiosk for historic designation (unanimous)
• Approved September 27, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation Board of Directors is meeting to receive updates from its executive director and committees. Key items include a summary of a merchant town hall, plans for Quimby Street, and a National Main Street Grant. The board will also hear reports from the mayor and liaisons, and take public comment.

• Quimby Street plans
• National Main Street Grant
• New businesses and vacancies
• September 2021 Treasurer's Report
• Approval of September 22, 2021 minutes

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board approved the September 2021 financial report and a motion to submit a retail promotion application for a $50K National Main Street grant. The board also approved minutes from the September 22 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were reports or discussions.

• Approved September 2021 financial report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 22, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved submission of retail promotion application for National Main Street grant (motion passed)

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will consider several variance applications and requests for one-year extensions of previous approvals. The board will also vote on minutes and resolutions from prior meetings. Most items are requests to deviate from zoning rules for additions or new structures.

• Extension requests for 1129-1133 Boynton Ave, 519 Mountain Ave, and 935 New England Dr
• Elite Performance LLC, 918 South Ave W: addition with reduced setbacks, higher FAR, fewer parking spaces, narrower driveway, brighter lighting
• Xiaoyan Zhuang, 811 Grant Ave: front addition with reduced front yard setback and increased coverage/FAR
• Robert A. Magnanini, 539 Lawrence Ave: 3-car carriage house exceeding coverage, floor area, rear yard setback, and height limits
• Julia Sharma, 12 Mohawk Trail: additions and second story with reduced rear yard setback, garage in front of main facade, and increased FAR

The Westfield Board of Adjustment approved four variance applications, including a front porch addition at 811 Grant Avenue, a carriage house at 539 Lawrence Avenue, and a home addition at 12 Mohawk Trail, all with conditions. The board also granted one-year extensions for two previously approved applications and a six-month extension for another. All decisions were unanimous except for the carriage house, which passed 7-1.

• Approved front porch addition at 811 Grant Avenue with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved carriage house at 539 Lawrence Avenue with conditions (7-1, Bonacci opposed)
• Approved home addition at 12 Mohawk Trail (unanimous)
• Granted 1-year extension for Westfield Senior Citizens Housing Corp. at 1129-1133 Boynton Avenue (unanimous)
• Granted 1-year extension for Stuart Maxwell at 519 Mountain Avenue (unanimous)
• Granted 6-month extension for Rebecca & Aditya Verma at 935 New England Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of September 13, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted resolutions for applications from August 9 and September 13, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Town Council Notifications

The Town Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding municipal budget adjustments and financial disbursements. The agenda also includes a proposed ordinance to amend the town code regarding on-street handicapped parking.

• Proposed Ordinance No. 2228 to amend Chapter 13 regarding a handicapped parking space at 204 Cacciola
• Insertion of $291,042.00 in revenue for the Strengthening Local Public Health Capacity Program
• Insertion of $58,566.01 in revenue from the Clean Communities grant
• Approval of $1,500.00 street opening cash bond refund for 638 Kimball Avenue
• Review of bills and claims totaling $430,467.37

The Town Council appointed eight residents to the newly formed Westfield Infrastructure Resiliency Committee (WIRC), two from each ward, to assess stormwater infrastructure and make recommendations. The Council also passed an ordinance amending the motor vehicle and traffic code, approved bills and claims totaling $430,467.37, and adopted several resolutions including budget insertions for grants. Public comment included concerns about crossing guard shortages, the proposed Edison Intermediate School fields project, and the Westfield Senior Housing Center lease dispute.

• Appointed eight residents to the Westfield Infrastructure Resiliency Committee (WIRC) to assess stormwater infrastructure.
• Passed General Ordinance No. 2228 amending Chapter 13 (Motor Vehicles and Traffic) of the Town Code.
• Approved bills and claims in the amount of $430,467.37.
• Adopted resolutions authorizing refunds for recreation program fees and a road opening bond.
• Adopted resolutions requesting state budget insertions for grants including Clean Communities, Public Health, and Municipal Alliance.
• Approved the minutes of the September 28, 2021 Council meetings.
• Proclaimed October 13, 2021 as Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day.

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health did not introduce Ordinance 3-2021 defining ancillary food delivery vehicles, instead forming a subcommittee to determine next steps. The board approved September financial reports and bills totaling $9,445.67 unanimously. It also agreed to include a blurb about gas leaf blower health effects in the health department newsletter.

• Approved September financial reports and bills for $9,445.67 (unanimous)
• Tabled introduction of Ordinance 3-2021 on ancillary food delivery vehicles
• Formed subcommittee (Dr. Marcus, Ms. McKelvey, Mr. Bertsch) to determine next steps on the ordinance
• Agreed to publish a blurb on gas leaf blower health effects in the health department newsletter
• Approved minutes of August 2 and September 13, 2021 meetings as modified

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider resolutions for two applications: a subdivision at 517 Edgar Road and a mixed-use project at 421-449 South Avenue East. The board will also review minutes from September 8 and note a withdrawn application at 1161 Lawrence Avenue. An executive session on litigation is postponed to November 1.

• PB 21-04: Subdivide 517 Edgar Road into two lots, with variances for lot area, depth, and frontage
• PB 21-10: Site plan for 156 residential units and 17,000 sq ft commercial space at 421-449 South Avenue East, with sign variance
• PB 21-07: Application withdrawn for subdivision at 1161 Lawrence Avenue
• PB 21-09: Pending major site plan for 162-unit inclusionary project at 522 Springfield Avenue (Williams Nursery), hearing scheduled for December 6
• PB 21-08: Executive session on litigation for 885 New England Drive carried to November 1

The Westfield Planning Board approved a site plan for a mixed-use development at 421-449 South Avenue East, including 156 residential units and 17,000 square feet of commercial space, with a variance for signage. The board also approved a subdivision at 517 Edgar Road, granting multiple variances. One application (1161 Lawrence Avenue) was withdrawn, and two others were scheduled for future meetings.

• Approved PB 21-04 subdivision at 517 Edgar Road with variances (unanimous)
• Approved PB 21-10 mixed-use project at 421-449 South Avenue East with sign variance (unanimous)
• Withdrawn application PB 21-07 at 1161 Lawrence Avenue
• Scheduled 885 New England Drive subdivision for next meeting
• Scheduled 522 Springfield Avenue (Williams Nursery) for December 6, 2021

Recreation Commission

The Commission will review reports from the Director and various committee liaisons. The meeting includes discussions on tennis court reservations, park donations, and upcoming community programs.

• Tennis Court Reservations
• Friends of Brightwood Park Kiosk Donation
• Color War Run
• Memorial Parking Lot
• Diwali Kids Craft & Performance

The Westfield Recreation Commission approved a Diwali Kids Craft & Performance event to be held at the Bandstand at Mindowaskin Park on Saturday, November 6, from 2-4pm. The motion was made by Jeff Perrella, seconded by Monica Bergin, and approved unanimously. Other items discussed included the EIS Fields project, a new aeration system for the pond at Brightwood, and the Tour de Westfield, which had over 600 participants.

• Approved Diwali Kids Craft & Performance at Mindowaskin Park Bandstand, Nov 6, 2-4pm (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 13 meeting (Berman motion, Feldman second, Perrella abstained)

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding a conference meeting and a regular meeting on September 28, 2021. They will consider several ordinances, including increasing fines for bias crimes, prohibiting the rental of amenities like pools and hot tubs, and adopting a new Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority agreement. The council will also vote on resolutions for refunds, contracts, and other administrative items.

• Ordinance 2224 increases fines for bias crimes (defacement/vandalism) to up to $2,000 or 30 days imprisonment
• Ordinance 2225 prohibits rental of amenities (e.g., pools, hot tubs) with fines up to $2,000 or 90 days imprisonment
• Ordinance 2226 adopts new Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority agreement, replacing 1995 agreement
• Ordinance 2227 authorizes termination of 1994 settlement agreement with Clark Township and other municipalities
• Resolution to award contract for 2021 Leaf Collection Program

The Westfield Town Council passed five ordinances on second reading, including one increasing fines for bias crimes from up to $200 to up to $2,000 per violation, and another addressing the rental of private property amenities like backyard pools. The council also approved a contract for Mindowaskin Park lighting repairs and awarded contracts for the 2021 leaf collection program. Public comment focused on the proposed Edison School field improvement project, with residents expressing both support and opposition.

• Passed General Ordinance 2223 amending motor vehicle and traffic code (unanimous)
• Passed General Ordinance 2224 increasing bias crime fines to up to $2,000 (unanimous)
• Passed General Ordinance 2225 addressing rental of private property amenities (unanimous)
• Passed General Ordinance 2226 adopting new Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority agreement (unanimous)
• Passed General Ordinance 2227 terminating 1994 settlement agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $42,850 contract to Foggia Trinity Electric for Mindowaskin Park lighting repairs
• Awarded leaf collection contracts to Ameritico Disposal, Messercola, Galbraith, and Jesco (up to $170,000)
• Approved bills and claims totaling $333,772.11

Historic Preservation Commission

The Westfield Historic Preservation Commission will meet virtually to review new business and committee updates. The agenda includes discussions on a train station kiosk and an addendum to the commission's bylaws.

• Train Station Kiosk
• Addendum to Bylaws
• HPO Overview
• Expedited Review Officer Update

The Westfield Historic Preservation Commission approved an addendum to its bylaws, adding two new duties: reviewing demolition permit applications for potentially historic buildings and providing comments on informal review requests from property owners. The commission also discussed the renovation of the historic train station kiosk, which dates to 1893, and received an update on the Certified Local Government application. A resident requested historic designation for her house at 23 Stoneleigh Park, and the commission agreed to send a letter of consent.

• Approved July 26, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved addendum to bylaws adding demolition permit review and informal review comment duties (unanimous)
• Agreed to order a plaque for a new homeowner in the historic district
• Agreed to send a letter of consent to Anastasia Harrison for historic designation of her house at 23 Stoneleigh Park

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board approved the August 2021 financial report and minutes from the prior meeting. They discussed transitioning to a 501c3 nonprofit to save on sales tax and improve grant eligibility, with an attorney investigating the move. The board approved a six-month agreement with Social Status Co. for marketing, and heard a Phase 1 retail strategy presentation from MJB Consulting, which recommended targeting new customer segments and expanding food and beverage options. No formal votes were taken on the 501c3 or MJB plan, which remain under discussion.

• Approved August 2021 financial report
• Approved minutes from August 18, 2021 meeting
• Approved six-month agreement with Social Status Co.
• Discussed 501c3 transition (no vote)
• Received MJB Consulting Phase 1 retail strategy (no vote)

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding a conference meeting and a regular meeting on September 14, 2021. The council will consider several resolutions, including financial warrants, refunds, grant applications, and contract awards. They will also hold public hearings on multiple ordinances, including the sale of two town-owned properties at 121 Myrtle Avenue and 650 Hort Street, and amendments to the town code regarding traffic, bias crime fines, and amenity rentals.

• Sale of 121 Myrtle Avenue to Christian Olguin and Marie Zito for $20,000
• Sale of 650 Hort Street to Robert and Lisa Braddock for $50,000
• Resolution to award contract for repair of steps at Westfield Train Station
• Resolution to submit grant applications to NJDOT for North Avenue, Elmer Street, and Summit Avenue improvements
• Bills and claims in the amount of $2,207,414.20

The Westfield Town Council adopted a resolution endorsing the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism and passed several ordinances on first reading, including one to increase fines for bias crimes from $200 to $2,000 and another to address the rental of private property amenities like pools. The council also approved a five-year tax abatement for the property at 226 North Avenue and authorized a grant application for the Windsor Park playground replacement. All votes were unanimous with no absent members.

• Adopted Resolution No. 208 endorsing IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism (unanimous)
• Passed General Ordinance No. 2224 on first reading to increase bias crime fines to $2,000 (unanimous)
• Passed General Ordinance No. 2225 on first reading to regulate rental of private amenities (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 206 granting 5-year tax abatement for 226 North Avenue (unanimous)
• Authorized Resolution No. 202 filing for $43,320 grant for Windsor Park playground (unanimous)
• Approved $2,207,414.20 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Passed General Ordinance No. 2223 on first reading amending motor vehicle and traffic code (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 207 for liquor license renewal (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health is holding its regular September meeting, with a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance amending the Health Code, plus updates on COVID-19 clinics, school guidance, and local data. The board will also discuss a vaccination outreach subcommittee, leaf blower education, and a turf field discussion, and will review routine reports and bills from July and August.

• Public hearing and second reading/final passage of Ordinance 2-2021 amending Section 5-13 of the Health Code
• COVID update: clinic schedule, school guidance, local data
• Vaccination subcommittee/Vulnerable Population Outreach update
• Leaf Blower Education update
• Turf Field discussion

The Board of Health held a hearing for 1958 Cuban Cuisine after four conditionally satisfactory inspections and four resident complaints. The board unanimously approved holding a two-day closure in abeyance for any rating below Satisfactory over the next twelve months, with closure days determined by the health department. The board also unanimously approved financial reports for July and August totaling $17,619.09, and unanimously passed Ordinance 2-2021 amending Section 5-13 of the Health Code. Minutes approval was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved two-day closure abeyance for 1958 Cuban Cuisine (unanimous)
• Approved financial reports for July ($7,581.59) and August ($10,037.50) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2-2021 amending Section 5-13 of the Health Code (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of previous meeting minutes
• Agreed Dr. Budnick would join NJ Local Boards of Health Association as individual representative

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, receiving reports from liaisons and the director, and discussing committee updates. The agenda includes old business on tennis court reservations, a kiosk donation, and the Turkey Trot, plus a presentation from Friends of Brightwood Park.

• Tennis Court Reservations
• Friends of Brightwood Park, Kiosk Donation
• Turkey Trot Tamaques Park
• Presentation by Friends of Brightwood Park

The Westfield Recreation Commission approved donations for the 2021 Turkey Trot to local organizations and approved a presentation by Friends of Brightwood Park. Minutes from the July 12 meeting were accepted with one abstention. No other formal decisions were made; remaining items were reports or discussions.

• Approved 2021 Turkey Trot donations to Community Service club at WHS, Westfield Rescue Squad, and other local organizations
• Approved presentation by Friends of Brightwood Park (Rob Lombard)
• Accepted minutes from July 12 meeting (Amy Root abstained)

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider multiple applications for zoning variances, mostly for residential additions, decks, pools, and accessory structures that do not meet the town's Land Use Ordinance requirements. The board will also carry over several cases from previous meetings and may adopt resolutions. All items are requests for relief from specific setback, coverage, and floor area ratio limits.

• Harry Lampart, 116 Barchester Way: kitchen/deck addition exceeding FAR (28.63% vs 30% max, 4,224 sq ft vs 4,000 sq ft)
• Leo and Hannah Rodriguez, 128 Florence Avenue: front porch with front yard setback 14.75 ft (required 20.42 ft avg) and side yard 5.91 ft (required 10 ft)
• Elite Performance LLC, 918 South Avenue West: business addition with front setback 23.46 ft (required 40 ft), FAR 60.83% (max 50%), parking 5 spaces (required 13), driveway 12 ft (required 20 ft), illumination 0.5 fc (max 0.3 fc)
• Robert A. Magnanini, 539 Lawrence Avenue: 3-car carriage house exceeding coverage (36.28% vs 30%), accessory floor area 926 sq ft (max 750), height 20.73 ft (max 15 ft)
• Frank & Camille Fortino, 1 Priscilla Lane: patio pavers and spa exceeding coverage (32.77% / 9,068 sq ft vs 30% / 8,000 sq ft)

The Westfield Board of Adjustment approved seven variance applications and carried one to the October 13, 2021 meeting. All approvals were unanimous except the Ebel pool fence application, which passed 3-2. The carried application was Xiaoyan Zhuang's front addition, requested by the applicant due to only 5 board members present.

• Approved Harry Lampart kitchen/deck addition with condition deck stays open on 3 sides (5-0)
• Approved Leo & Hannah Rodriguez front porch with condition porch remains open (5-0)
• Carried Xiaoyan Zhuang front addition to October 13, 2021 meeting
• Approved Stephen Irons deck/patio replacement with drainage concerns noted (5-0)
• Approved Frank & Camille Fortino patio expansion and spa with landscaping maintenance condition (5-0)
• Approved Albert & Karen Rimondi pool/patio with patio reduced from 8 to 6.4 feet (5-0)
• Approved Ben & Dina Ebel pool fence with screening maintenance condition (3-2)
• Approved Rachel Paris front porch with condition porch stays open on 3 sides (5-0)

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several subdivision and site plan applications. The most significant item is a proposed mixed-use project at 421-449 South Avenue East with 156 residential units and 17,000 square feet of commercial space. The board will also review two ordinances, including one requiring digital copies of applications.

• PB 21-04: Subdivide 517 Edgar Road into two lots, with variances for lot area, depth, and frontage
• PB 21-10: Site plan for 156-unit mixed-use project with commercial space at 421-449 South Avenue East
• PB 21-21-08: Remove dwelling and subdivide 885 New England Drive (carried to October 4 meeting)
• General Ordinance No. 2222: Require digital copies of applications to Planning Board and Board of Adjustment
• PB 21-09: 162-unit inclusionary project at 522 Springfield Avenue (Williams Nursery) in completeness review

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The DWC Board of Directors will review reports from the Executive Director and various committees. The meeting includes discussions on gift card approvals, social media services, and updates on new businesses.

• Approval of Yiftee gift cards
• Approval of Social Status Co. for social media
• Main Street grant opportunity update
• Committee reports from Design, Promotions, and Economic Vitality

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board approved moving forward with Yiftee for a digital gift card program and approved a six-month contract with Social Status Co. for social media management, with one board member opposed. The board also approved the July financial report and minutes from the previous meeting, and discussed upcoming events and a job fair.

• Approved July 2021 financial report
• Approved minutes from July 21, 2021 meeting
• Approved Yiftee digital gift card program
• Approved Social Status Co. social media contract (6 months, $4K/month) with one opposed (Bob Conway)
• Approved two grants for Anthony Jewelers: $500 for sign, $650 for repaint

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council approved several contracts, including a $585,540 crossing guard services contract with All City Management Services, a one-year contract with Boxcar Inc. to operate the coffee kiosk at the South Avenue train station, and a beer and wine garden concession for AddamsFest with UT Westfield LLC. The council also accepted a $124,318 state grant to expand the police body-worn camera program and passed several ordinances on first reading, including the sale of town properties at 121 Myrtle Avenue and 650 Hort Street. No substantive decisions were made on the proposed Edison School fields project, which remains under review.

• Awarded $585,540 crossing guard services contract to All City Management Services (unanimous)
• Awarded one-year contract to Boxcar Inc. for South Avenue train station kiosk (unanimous)
• Awarded AddamsFest beer and wine garden concession to UT Westfield LLC (unanimous)
• Accepted $124,318 state grant for body-worn camera expansion (unanimous)
• Approved $46,076 purchase of 10 portable radar speed signs (unanimous)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to sell town property at 121 Myrtle Avenue (unanimous)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to sell town property at 650 Hort Street (unanimous)
• Approved $609,522.56 in bills and claims (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting on August 9, 2021, to consider 12 applications for zoning variances, mostly for home additions, porches, pools, and accessory structures that do not meet the town's Land Use Ordinance requirements. The agenda includes seven cases carried over from previous meetings and five new appeals, each with specific setback, coverage, and floor area ratio deviations. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and resolutions.

• John Mirrione, 124 Livingston Street: rear addition with side yard setback of 3.6 ft (required 10 ft) and wall length of 57.33 ft (max 25 ft); decision due Sept. 11, 2021.
• Kathleen Shannon, 420 Birch Avenue: rear elevator exceeding floor area ratio (32.43% vs 32% max); carried to Sept. 13, 2021.
• Elite Performance LLC, 918 South Avenue West: business addition with front setback of 23.46 ft (required 40 ft) and only 5 parking spaces (13 required); decision due Sept. 8, 2021.
• Leo and Hannah Rodriguez, 128 Florence Avenue: front porch with side yard setback of 5.91 ft (required 10 ft) and coverage of 21.8% (max 20%); decision due Oct. 6, 2021.
• Robert A. Magnanini, 539 Lawrence Avenue: new 3-car carriage house with height of 20.73 ft (max 15 ft) and floor area of 926 sq ft (max 750 sq ft); decision due Oct. 28, 2021.

The Westfield Board of Adjustment approved five variance applications with conditions, including a rear addition at 124 Livingston Street, an elevator at 420 Birch Avenue, a roof over a patio at 822 Village Green, and a rear porch with outdoor kitchen at 312 Washington Street. Four applications were carried to the September 13, 2021 meeting, and one was withdrawn. The board also adopted minutes and resolutions from prior meetings.

• Approved rear addition at 124 Livingston Street with condition to remove patio pavers (5-0)
• Approved elevator at 420 Birch Avenue (5-0)
• Approved roof over patio at 822 Village Green with condition to remain open (5-0)
• Approved rear porch with outdoor kitchen at 312 Washington Street with 3 conditions (5-0)
• Withdrawn application for inground pool at 646 Fourth Avenue
• Carried to Sept. 13: 128 Florence Avenue, 811 Grant Avenue, 539 Lawrence Avenue, 736 Oak Avenue
• Adopted minutes of June 14 and July 12, 2021
• Adopted resolutions for 7 prior applications

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health is holding its regular August meeting, covering routine reports, COVID-19 updates, and an ordinance introduction to amend the local health code. The board will also discuss a fee waiver request from the Westfield YMCA and a turf field discussion.

• Ordinance 2-2021 amending Section 5-13 of the Health Code, introduction/first reading
• COVID-19 update: vaccination open forum, clinic schedule, school guidance, local data
• Fee waiver request from Westfield YMCA
• Turf field discussion
• Consent agenda: Health Department, Vital Statistics, Animal Control, and Nursing reports for June 2021

The Westfield Board of Health introduced Ordinance 2-2021, amending Section 5-13 of the Health Code, for first reading, and approved it unanimously. The board also approved the June financial report and bills totaling $7,581.59, and waived a late fee for the Westfield YMCA. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining agenda items were tabled.

• Introduced Ordinance 2-2021 amending Health Code Section 5-13 (unanimous)
• Approved June financial report and bills for $7,581.59 (9-0)
• Waived Westfield YMCA late fee (unanimous)
• Approved June 3, 2021 meeting minutes as amended

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider a site plan application from Prospect Street Ventures, LLC for 133 Prospect Street, which seeks to convert existing office space into a residential unit and requires multiple variances, including reduced rear yard setbacks and parking. The board will also review minutes, resolutions, and pending applications, including several subdivisions and major site plans for inclusionary housing projects. No new appeals are scheduled.

• PB 21-06: 133 Prospect Street — convert office to 1 dwelling unit; variances for rear yard setback (27'10" vs 35'), fire escape setback (23' vs 31'), access aisle width (15'8" vs 24'), and parking (4 spaces vs 15 required)
• Extension of time for Stop & Shop Supermarket Company, LLC at 195-233 Elm Street (Block 2505, Lots 4-7)
• PB21-04: 517 Edgar Road — minor subdivision of through lot into two lots
• PB21-09: 522 Springfield Avenue — 'Williams Nursery' 162-unit inclusionary project (deemed incomplete)
• PB-21-10: 421-449 South Avenue East — 'Westfield Crossing, Phase I' mixed-use with 156 units and 17,000 SF commercial

The Westfield Planning Board approved site plan resolution PB 21-06 for Prospect Street Ventures, LLC to convert existing third-floor office space into a single residential dwelling unit at 133 Prospect Street, granting variances for rear yard setbacks, fire escape setback, parking aisle width, and parking spaces. The board also confirmed that the statutory protective period for Stop & Shop's approved application will expire on December 4, 2022. Minutes from July 7, 2021 were adopted. No new appeals were heard.

• Adopted minutes of July 7, 2021 (all in favor)
• Approved site plan resolution PB 21-06 for 133 Prospect Street (8-0, 2 abstentions)
• Confirmed December 4, 2022 expiration of Stop & Shop's protective period (all in favor)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will review an addendum to the bylaws regarding informal reviews. The agenda also includes an overview from the Historic Preservation Officer and committee updates.

• Addendum to Bylaws regarding informal Reviews
• HPO Overview by Barton Ross
• Committee Updates

The Westfield Historic Preservation Commission approved the June 28, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. A proposed bylaws addendum regarding informal reviews of pre-1930s homes was discussed but tabled for later review. The commission also discussed applying for Certified Local Government status and reviewed committee updates, including a welcome letter for new Kimball Avenue residents and a historic cemetery on Springfield Avenue.

• Approved June 28, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion of bylaws addendum on informal reviews
• Discussed applying for Certified Local Government status (no vote)
• Discussed Reed application; resolution to be ready next meeting

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation Board of Directors is meeting to discuss routine reports from its chair, secretary, treasurer, and executive director, including updates on a job fair, gift cards, the Volta program, and a Sustainable Jersey grant. Committee reports on design, promotions, and economic vitality will also be presented, along with liaison reports from local officials. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 16, 2021
• June 2021 Treasurer's Report
• Executive Director's report on job fair, gift cards, Volta, and Quimby & Sweet Sounds update
• Partnering with Green Team on Sustainable Jersey grant
• MJB Consulting report and update on new businesses and vacancies

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board approved the June 2021 financial report and the minutes from the June 16 meeting. They discussed a potential gift card program for downtown businesses, with options for physical or digital cards, and heard updates on the job fair, Volta charging stations, and new store openings. No final decision was made on the gift card program.

• Approved minutes from June 16, 2021 meeting
• Approved June 2021 financial report
• Discussed gift card program options (no decision)
• Received $2K grant from State of NJ for Sustainable Jersey
• Scheduled office move to 133 Prospect Street for August 1

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding its July 13, 2021 conference and regular meetings, with the main items being a public hearing and vote on adopting the Handler Building Redevelopment Plan for 608-612 North Avenue East, and introduction of a parking ordinance. The council will also vote on a series of routine financial resolutions, including refunds, state fee payments, and two new consulting contracts.

• Public hearing and adoption of General Ordinance No. 2219, adopting the Handler Building Redevelopment Plan for 608-612 North Avenue East
• Introduction of General Ordinance No. 2220, amending parking rules: new no-stopping zone on Ludlow Place and removal of a handicapped parking space at 1045 Harding Street North
• Contract award to WSP USA for on-call traffic review and circulation planning services, not to exceed $16,000
• Contract award to THA Consulting, Inc. for on-call parking consulting services, not to exceed $17,000
• Bills and claims totaling $664,575.75

The Westfield Town Council adopted the Handler Building redevelopment plan, allowing the Redi-Farms vertical hydroponic farm project to proceed. The vote was 8-1, with Councilman LoGrippo dissenting. The council also approved several contracts for traffic, parking, and architectural services, and introduced a parking ordinance for final consideration.

• Adopted Handler Building redevelopment plan (8-1, LoGrippo dissenting)
• Awarded $16,000 contract to WSP USA for traffic review services (unanimous)
• Awarded $17,000 contract to THA Consulting for parking consulting (unanimous)
• Amended Spiezle Architectural Group contract by $8,500 for Edison Fields project (unanimous)
• Reappointed Police Chief Chris Battiloro as Emergency Management Coordinator (unanimous)
• Introduced parking ordinance (General Ordinance No. 2220) for final passage on Aug 10, 2021
• Approved bills and claims totaling $664,575.75 (unanimous)
• Approved various fee refunds and state fee payments (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss routine business including approving June minutes, receiving liaison reports, and reviewing committee updates. Old business includes tennis court reservations and a kiosk donation for Brightwood Park, while new business covers an Eagle Scout project at Tamaques Park and the Turkey Trot event.

• Approval of June 7th meeting minutes
• Tennis court reservations (old business)
• Friends of Brightwood Park kiosk donation (old business)
• Eagle Scout project at Tamaques Park (new business)
• Turkey Trot at Tamaques Park (new business)

The Recreation Commission approved an Eagle Scout project to add mile markers and repair trails on the cross-country course at Tamaques Park. The commission also discussed the Edison fields project, pool operations, and upcoming events, but no other formal votes were taken. The meeting was procedural in nature, with most items being reports and updates.

• Approved Eagle Scout project for mile markers and trail repairs at Tamaques Park (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of June 7 meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 8:39 PM

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider 10 applications, mostly carried over from June, for variances from the town's land use ordinance. The requests include residential additions, swimming pools, a business expansion, and an elevator, each with specific deviations from setback, coverage, and floor area rules. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and resolutions.

• 1929 Central Avenue LLC: 25% building coverage (max 20%), 39% FAR (max 37%), reduced setbacks
• 801 Lenape Trail homeowner: pool/patio at 45.2% coverage (max 40%)
• Nick Boccagna, 765 First Street: second-floor addition with 6-ft side setback (min 10 ft)
• Elite Performance LLC, 918 South Avenue West: business addition with 5 parking spaces (min 13), 60.83% FAR (max 50%)
• John Mirrione, 124 Livingston Street: rear addition with 3.6-ft side setback (min 10 ft), no garage

The Board of Adjustment approved revised applications for 1929 Central Avenue, 801 Lenape Trail, and 765 First Street, each with specific conditions. The application for Elite Performance LLC at 918 South Avenue West was carried to the August 9, 2021 meeting due to board concerns. Minutes from June 22, 2021, and resolutions from June 14, 2021, were adopted.

• Approved revised application for 1929 Central Avenue, LLC with conditions: porch must remain open and attic space noted as non-habitable.
• Approved revised application for homeowner at 801 Lenape Trail with conditions: drainage system review and perk test, and 6' solid fence around pool.
• Approved revised application for Nick Boccagna at 765 First Street for a second-floor addition.
• Carried Elite Performance LLC application at 918 South Avenue West to August 9, 2021 meeting.
• Adopted minutes of June 22, 2021 meeting.
• Adopted resolutions for applications approved on June 14, 2021: Shanker, Schneider, BHB Company, and Archer.

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will vote on resolutions adopting a 2021 amendment to the 2018 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, as well as a Unified Land Use and Circulation Element of the Master Plan. The board will also review a new appeal for a residential conversion at 133 Prospect Street and a redevelopment plan for the Handler Building. Additionally, the board will swear in a new member and the Town Engineer, and approve minutes from the June 7, 2021 meeting.

• Resolution Adopting a 2021 Amendment to 2018 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
• Resolution Adopting a Unified Land Use and Circulation Element of the Master Plan
• Site plan approval request for 133 Prospect Street to convert office space into a residential unit
• Review of General Ordinance No.2219 adopting the Handler Building Redevelopment Plan
• Review of the Board of Adjustment’s 2020 Annual Report

The Westfield Planning Board approved PB 21-06, a site plan for Prospect Street Ventures, LLC to convert the third-floor office space at 133 Prospect Street into a single residential dwelling unit, granting four variances for rear yard setback, fire escape setback, access aisle width, and parking. The board also adopted resolutions amending the 2018 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan and the Unified Land Use and Circulation Element of the Master Plan, and recommended adoption of the Handler Building Redevelopment Plan to the governing body.

• Approved PB 21-06 for 133 Prospect Street, allowing conversion of third-floor office to a residential unit with variances for setbacks, fire escape, aisle width, and parking.
• Adopted Resolution for 2021 Amendment to 2018 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan.
• Adopted Resolution for Unified Land Use and Circulation Element of the Master Plan.
• Recommended to governing body the adoption of General Ordinance No. 2219, the Handler Building Redevelopment Plan, finding it consistent with the Master Plan.
• Appointed Kristine Burd as Board Secretary.
• Swore in new board member Anthony Tiller and Town Engineer David Battaglia.
• Adopted minutes of the June 7, 2021 meeting.

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding special, conference, and regular meetings on June 29, 2021, to handle routine business including fee refunds, tax overpayment warrants, liquor license renewals, and contract awards. The most significant item is a public hearing and vote on General Ordinance No. 2219, which would adopt the Handler Building Redevelopment Plan for 608-612 North Avenue East. The council will also approve bills and claims totaling $446,727.47.

• General Ordinance No. 2219 adopting the Handler Building Redevelopment Plan for 608-612 North Avenue East
• Resolution to award contract for 2021 Improvement of Willow Grove
• Resolution to award contract for 2021 Improvement of Prospect Street
• Resolution to award contract for purchase of public works equipment
• Bills and claims in the amount of $446,727.47

The Town Council introduced General Ordinance No. 2219, adopting the Handler Building Redevelopment Plan, which would allow an indoor vertical farm at 610 North Avenue. The plan includes transferring six affordable housing units to the Williams Nursery site, increasing its density from 130 to 162 apartments. The ordinance passed first reading with Councilman LoGrippo voting no, and will be considered for final passage on July 13, 2021.

• Introduced General Ordinance No. 2219 (Handler Building Redevelopment Plan) on first reading, with final passage scheduled for July 13, 2021.
• Approved the minutes of the June 15, 2021 Town Council Conference and Regular Meeting.
• Adopted bills and claims totaling $446,727.47.
• Approved Resolution No. 152, authorizing refunds for pool, tennis, and recreation fees.
• Approved Resolution No. 153, authorizing warrants for overpaid 2021 taxes.
• Approved Resolution No. 154, authorizing tax refunds for 2017-2020 overpayments.
• Approved Resolution No. 155, certifying review of the 2020 annual audit.
• Approved Resolution No. 156, amending the Cooperative Agreement with Union County for community development activities.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property in the Kimball Avenue Historic District. The commission will deliberate and vote on a proposal to replace a storm-destroyed two-car garage with a new three-car garage.

• Public hearing for Certificate of Appropriateness (major) for garage construction at 242 Kimball Avenue

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new three-car garage at 242 Kimball Avenue, replacing a storm-destroyed two-car garage. The decision included a condition that the town engineer review the property due to drainage concerns. The commission also discussed the potential significance of a pre-1930 property on Shadowlawn Drive but deferred a recommendation.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 3-car garage at 242 Kimball Avenue (unanimous)
• Deferred decision on Shadowlawn Drive property significance pending HPO review

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation Board of Directors will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine reports and updates. Key items include the Executive Director's report on the Open Quimby project, office updates, a consulting report, and discussions on new businesses and vacancies.

• Open Quimby update
• MJB Consulting report
• Beyond Main discussion
• New businesses and vacancies
• Approval of May 19, 2021 minutes

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board approved a motion to continue subsidizing business fees until the end of 2021, with the subsidy ending at the start of 2022. The board also approved the May 19, 2021 meeting minutes and the financial report. Additionally, the board approved a change in committee leadership, with Steven Rinn becoming the new Chair of the Economic Vitality Committee.

• Approved the minutes from the May 19, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the financial report as presented.
• Approved extending DWC payment for business fees until the end of 2021.
• Approved the change in Economic Vitality Committee chair, with Steven Rinn taking over from Ian Hooks.

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding its June 15, 2021 conference and regular meetings, with the main items being public hearings on four ordinances, including a long-term tax exemption for the South Avenue redevelopment project and a ban on cannabis businesses. The council will also vote on numerous resolutions covering financial warrants, appointments, and a lease agreement with Arena Realty Partners.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2216: tax exemption and PILOT financial agreement with WC North and South Urban Renewal LLC for redevelopment at 421-449 South Avenue East, 338 Windsor Avenue, and 448 South Avenue East
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2218: prohibiting all classes of cannabis businesses in Westfield
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2217: amending land use ordinance for affordable housing compliance
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2215: updating fire code permit fees (Type 1 $54, Type 2 $214, Type 3 $427, Type 4 $641)
• Bills and claims totaling $2,599,319.73

The Town Council approved a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for the Westfield Crossing project on South Avenue, with Councilman LoGrippo voting against. The council also passed ordinances to amend the fire code, update affordable housing compliance, and prohibit cannabis businesses. Additionally, the council approved a resolution to execute a Letter of Intent with the Board of Education for the Edison School athletic fields project.

• Approved General Ordinance No. 2216, authorizing a tax exemption and PILOT agreement for the Westfield Crossing project (WC North and South Urban Renewal LLC).
• Approved General Ordinance No. 2215, amending the fire prevention code regarding permits.
• Approved General Ordinance No. 2217, amending the land use ordinance for affordable housing compliance.
• Approved General Ordinance No. 2218, prohibiting all classes of cannabis businesses in Westfield.
• Approved Resolution No. 147, authorizing the Mayor to execute a Letter of Intent with the Board of Education for the Edison School athletic fields project.
• Approved Resolution No. 146, accepting the Recreation Commission's recommendation to renew the ice rink lease at Gumbert Park for two years.
• Approved Resolution No. 143 and 144, contracting with Van Cleef Engineering Associates for Town Engineer services and appointing David C. Battaglia as Town Engineer.
• Approved Resolution No. 149, opposing New Jersey Senate Bill No. 3095 regarding expedited construction inspections.

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on June 14, 2021, to consider 14 applications for variances from the Land Use Ordinance. These include requests to replace a sign, construct additions, install pools and fences, and expand a business, each with specific deviations from zoning rules. The board will also approve minutes and resolutions from the May 10 meeting.

• BHB Company, 215 South Avenue East: replace freestanding sign, add two wall signs (variances from 16.04E4/E1)
• 1929 Central Avenue LLC: addition with 25% building coverage (max 20%), 39% FAR (max 37%), reduced setbacks
• Elite Performance LLC, 918 South Avenue West: business addition with 5 parking spaces (required 13), 60.83% FAR (max 50%)
• Homeowner, 801 Lenape Trail: in-ground pool and patio with 45.2% improvement coverage (max 40%)
• Jason Nagel, 605 East Broad: addition with 3 stories (max 2.5), height 32.87 ft (max 32.75 ft)

The Board of Adjustment approved a freestanding monument sign for BHB Company at 215 South Avenue East, despite ordinance restrictions, with conditions that the sign be within 5 feet of the property line and illuminated only during permitted hours. The board also approved a fence variance for Lauren and Marc Shanker at 1621 Rising Way, requiring greenery on both sides for privacy. Several other applications were approved, including those for Craig Hunsinger and Matthew Archer, while others were carried to future meetings.

• Approved BHB Company's freestanding sign application with conditions (within 5 ft of property line, illumination hours).
• Approved Lauren & Marc Shanker's open fence application with conditions (6 ft aluminum open style, greenery on both sides).
• Approved Craig Hunsinger's addition at 150 Stanmore Place (side yard setback and wall length variances).
• Approved Matthew Archer's deck expansion at 1601 Boynton Avenue (rear yard setback variance).
• Adopted resolutions for May 10, 2021 applications (Alvarez/Quintana, Arroyo, Kriss, Tosh).
• Carried 1929 Central Avenue LLC application to July 12 meeting for revisions.
• Carried 801 Lenape Trail pool application to July 12 meeting for revised plans and storm water control.
• Carried multiple applications to June 22 special meeting and July 12 meeting.

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health is holding its regular June meeting, with final passage of Ordinance 1-2021 setting non-union salaries and a resolution for non-union employee salaries. The board will also receive updates on COVID-19, vaccination efforts, and a COVID grant, and discuss leaf blowers and outreach to vulnerable populations.

• Ordinance 1-2021 Non-Union Salaries (second reading/final passage)
• Resolution 7-2021 Salaries for Non-Union Employees
• COVID Update and Vaccination subcommittee
• COVID Grant Update
• Leaf Blower Discussion

The Westfield Board of Health approved BOH Ordinance 1-2021, establishing salary ranges for non-union personnel, and Resolution 7-2021, setting those salaries, both by unanimous vote of members present. The board also approved the May financial report and bills totaling $3,309.93, with one abstention. Updates were given on a restaurant closure, COVID-19 vaccination efforts, and gas-powered leaf blower discussions, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved BOH Ordinance 1-2021 establishing salary ranges for non-union personnel (unanimous)
• Approved BOH Resolution 7-2021 setting salaries for non-union personnel (unanimous)
• Approved May financial report and bills totaling $3,309.93 (7-0-1, McClosky abstained)
• Approved minutes of May 3, 2021 meeting as amended

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will conduct public hearings on amendments to the Housing Element, Fair Share Plan, and Unified Land Use and Circulation Element. The board will also review two general ordinances: one addressing affordable housing compliance under the Fair Housing Act and another prohibiting cannabis businesses within town boundaries. No new appeals or resolutions are scheduled for approval.

• Public Hearing on Amendment to the Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
• Public Hearing on the Unified Land Use and Circulation Element of the Master Plan
• Review General Ordinance No. 2217 regarding Affordable Housing Obligations
• Review General Ordinance No. 2218 prohibiting Cannabis Business operations

The Westfield Planning Board adopted the Unified Land Use and Circulation Element of the Town Master Plan, which includes recommendations for land use, transportation, and downtown revitalization. The board also approved an amendment to the Housing Element and Fair Share Plan to allow commercial development of the Handler building site and shift a 6-unit affordable housing obligation to the Williams site. Additionally, the board approved General Ordinance No. 2217 to amend the land use ordinance for the RA-5A zone to accommodate the affordable units, and General Ordinance No. 2218 to prohibit cannabis businesses within town boundaries. All votes were unanimous with no opposition or abstentions.

• Adopted the Unified Land Use and Circulation Element of the Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Housing Element and Fair Share Plan for Handler site commercial development and Williams site affordable housing (unanimous)
• Approved General Ordinance No. 2217 amending land use ordinance for RA-5A zone to allow 6 affordable units on Williams site (unanimous)
• Approved General Ordinance No. 2218 prohibiting all classes of cannabis businesses in Westfield (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of May 23, 2021 meeting (unanimous, with one abstention)
• Moved to executive session to discuss a litigation issue

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and reports from liaisons and committees, plus new business on tennis court reservations and a possible kiosk donation from Friends of Brightwood Park. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda itself.

• Tennis Court Reservations
• Friends of Brightwood Park, possible Kiosk Donation
• Approval of minutes from May 3rd meeting
• Committee reports: Pool, Parks & Fields, Finance, Programs, Media Relations

The Westfield Recreation Commission approved a donation from Friends of Brightwood Park for a kiosk at Brightwood Park and voted to reinstate pre-COVID rules for instructor fees for using parks for private business. The commission also discussed a potential tennis court reservation system, which was referred to the Parks & Fields committee. No public comments were made, and the minutes from the May 3rd meeting were approved.

• Approved donation and purchase of kiosk for Brightwood Park (all in favor)
• Approved motion to return to pre-COVID rules for instructor fees (all approved)
• Approved minutes of May 3rd meeting
• Referred tennis court reservation system to Parks & Fields committee

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding special, conference, and regular meetings on May 25, 2021. Key items include approving a redevelopment agreement with WC North and South Urban Renewal LLC for the South Avenue area, adopting ordinances on fire permit fees, tax exemptions, affordable housing, and banning cannabis businesses, plus resolutions for refunds, equipment purchases, and setting the estimated tax rate.

• Redevelopment agreement with WC North/South Urban Renewal LLC for Block 3307, Lots 1-2; Block 4004, Lot 17; Block 4005, Lots 3-4
• General Ordinance 2216: tax exemption and PILOT for redevelopment area
• General Ordinance 2217: amend land use for affordable housing obligations
• General Ordinance 2218: prohibit all cannabis businesses
• Resolution to purchase Fire Department equipment for $54,659

The Town Council introduced a redevelopment agreement and a tax exemption (PILOT) ordinance for the Westfield Crossing project on South Avenue, a 193-unit mixed-use development with 32 affordable units. The Council also introduced an ordinance to opt out of the new state cannabis law, prohibiting all classes of cannabis businesses in town. All actions were first-reading introductions, with final votes scheduled for June 15, 2021.

• Approved Resolution 134, authorizing the Westfield Crossing redevelopment agreement with WC North and WC South Urban Renewal LLC (unanimous)
• Introduced General Ordinance 2216, authorizing a 30-year tax exemption (PILOT) for the Westfield Crossing project (first reading, 7-1, LoGrippo dissenting)
• Introduced General Ordinance 2218, opting out of all cannabis businesses in Westfield (first reading, unanimous)
• Introduced General Ordinance 2217, amending land use ordinance for affordable housing compliance (first reading, 7-1, LoGrippo dissenting)
• Introduced General Ordinance 2215, amending fire prevention code permit fees (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $430,708.20 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Approved $54,659 for a Bauer breathing air compressor for the Fire Department (Resolution 129, unanimous)
• Authorized estimated 2021 tax bills at a rate of 2.163 (Resolution 130, unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The May 24, 2021 meeting of the Westfield Historic Preservation Commission has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 28, 2021.

• Meeting cancelled

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will hear reports from its chair, secretary, treasurer, and executive director, along with committee updates on design, promotions, and economic vitality. The executive director's report includes items such as a new lease, new businesses, vacancies, and an update on the Sweet Sounds Downtown event. The meeting also includes reports from the mayor and liaisons, followed by public comment.

• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2021
• April 2021 Treasurer's Report
• Executive Director's report on new lease, new businesses, and vacancies
• Sweet Sounds Downtown update
• MJB Consulting report

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board approved the April 21, 2021 meeting minutes and accepted the financial report. The meeting was primarily informational, with updates on downtown projects, events, and vacancies, but no major policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from April 21, 2021 meeting (motion by Lew Kimble, seconded by David Casiere)
• Accepted financial report (motion by Michael LaPlace, seconded by Lew Kimble, approved by all)

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to designate 923 Central Avenue as a historic landmark, which would modify the zoning map. The council will also vote on a series of resolutions, including budget insertions, contract awards, and fee refunds, and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing on General Ordinance No. 2214 to designate 923 Central Avenue as a historic landmark
• Bills and claims totaling $565,268.97
• Resolution to award contract for Redevelopment Bond Counsel services
• Resolution to award contract for 2021 Various Road Improvements
• Resolution authorizing amended agreement with Fair Share Housing Center

The Westfield Town Council awarded a $1,514,106 contract to P&A Construction for 2021 road improvements, approved retroactive police salary increases for 2019-2020, and passed an ordinance designating 923 Central Avenue as a historic landmark. The council also approved bills and claims totaling $565,268.97 and several refunds and budget adjustments.

• Awarded 2021 road paving contract to P&A Construction for $1,514,106 (unanimous)
• Passed ordinance designating 923 Central Avenue as historic landmark (unanimous)
• Adopted retroactive PBA Local 90 police payrolls for 2019 and 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved bills and claims totaling $565,268.97 (unanimous)
• Authorized amended settlement agreement with Fair Share Housing Center (8-1, LoGrippo opposed)
• Approved $650,000 library construction bond application (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 COVID-19 vaccination grant budget insertion (unanimous)
• Approved $47,236 public health capacity grant budget insertion (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will hear 11 applications, mostly for home additions and other projects that require variances from the town's Land Use Ordinance. Three cases were carried over from the April 12 meeting, and eight are new appeals. The board will also approve minutes and resolutions from the previous meeting.

• Gilberto Arroyo, 230 Elizabeth Avenue: addition with proposed building coverage 31.3% (max 20%), floor area ratio 51% (max 37%), and multiple setback violations
• Jacob Kriss, 1300 Overhill Street: second-story addition with proposed building coverage 24.83% (max 20%) and deck coverage 31.02% (max 22%)
• BHB Company, 215 South Avenue East: replace freestanding monument sign and add two wall signs, contrary to sign ordinance
• 1929 Central Avenue, LLC., 1929 Central Avenue: addition with proposed building coverage 25% (max 20%) and floor area ratio 39% (max 37%)
• Monica Alvarez & Alvaro Quintana, 158 North Euclid Avenue: addition with side yard setbacks of 7.6 and 11.5 feet (10 feet required)

The Westfield Board of Adjustment approved seven variance applications, including additions, a pool, and a garage expansion, with conditions. One application for a new sign at 215 South Avenue East was carried to the June 14, 2021 meeting for more information. The board also adopted minutes and resolutions from prior meetings.

• Approved addition at 158 North Euclid Avenue (7-0)
• Approved renovation/addition at 230 Elizabeth Avenue (7-0)
• Approved pool and patio at 526 Hanford Place (5-1)
• Approved second story addition at 1300 Overhill Street (6-0)
• Approved garage expansion at 617 Lawrence Avenue (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled sign replacement at 215 South Avenue East to June 14, 2021
• Adopted minutes of March 8, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Adopted resolutions for 8 applications from April 12, 2021 (7-0)

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board approved site plans for a 10-unit residential development at 440 North Avenue and a new single-family dwelling at 121 Effingham Place, both with conditions to address ordinance variances. The board also reviewed a draft ordinance to designate 923 Central Avenue as a historic site and heard a presentation on the Unified Land Use and Circulation Element of the Master Plan by consultants H2M and WSP.

• Approved PB 20-11: 10-unit residential development at 440 North Avenue with variances for setbacks and wall length
• Approved PB 21-03: New single-family dwelling at 121 Effingham Place with variances for building coverage
• Reviewed General Ordinance #2214 to designate 923 Central Avenue as a historic site
• Reviewed working draft of the Master Plan – Unified Land Use and Circulation Element

The Westfield Planning Board approved two residential development applications with conditions, granting variances for setbacks and building coverage. The board also recommended adoption of an ordinance designating 923 Central Avenue as a historic site and reviewed a draft of the Unified Land Use and Circulation Element of the Master Plan. No new appeals were heard.

• Approved PB 20-11, 440 North Avenue LLC, 10-unit residential development with two affordable units, with variances for setbacks and wall length (9-0, Freedman abstained)
• Approved PB 21-03, Villane Building & Development LLC, subdivision at 121 Effingham Place for new single-family dwelling, with variances for building coverage (9-0, Freedman abstained)
• Recommended adoption of General Ordinance #2214 designating 923 Central Avenue as a historic site, consistent with Master Plan (9-0, Freedman abstained)
• Adopted minutes of April 5, 2021 meeting as modified (9-0, Freedman abstained)

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, consisting of roll call, approval of minutes, and liaison and committee reports. Old business items include a screening event and a race at Tamaques Park, and a baseball camp at Gumbert.

• Approval of minutes from April 5, 2021
• Public portion of the meeting
• Old business: Adam Pizzi screening event at Tamaques Park
• Old business: James Leitner race at Tamaques Park
• Old business: Baseball camp at Gumbert

The Recreation Commission approved several items to be presented to the Town Council, including swim team and lesson fee increases, a screening event, a race, two Girl Scout projects, and a two-year ice rink proposal. The swim fee proposal passed with opposition from two members. All other motions were approved unanimously.

• Approved swim team fee increase from $50 to $100 and swim lesson fee increase to $70/$80 (motion passed, 2 opposed)
• Approved Adam Pizzi's screening event at Tamaques Park to present to Town Council
• Approved James Leitner's race in Tamaques Park for last weekend of July to present to Town Council
• Approved Girl Scout Tamaques Troop 40360 restroom renovation project to present to Town Council
• Approved Girl Scout Jefferson Troop 40780 fairy trail project to present to Town Council
• Approved two-year ice rink proposal at Gumbert to present to Town Council

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health is meeting virtually to discuss and decide on several items, including a COVID-19 update, a vaccination subcommittee report, and an update on Sichuan Dynasty. New business includes a proposed ordinance for non-union salaries, a resolution authorizing an STD clinic contract, and an appointment to the Cannabis Commission. The board will also enter a closed session for a contractual item.

• BOH Ordinance 1-2021 Non-Union Salaries
• Resolution 6-2021 STD Clinic Contract Authorization
• Appointment to the Cannabis Commission
• COVID Update and Vaccination subcommittee
• Closed session for a contractual item

The Board voted unanimously to hold a two-day closure for Inspiration Roll in abeyance for two years, contingent on no less-than-satisfactory ratings. It also approved the April financial report and bills totaling $19,627.02, and gave first reading to Ordinance 1-2021 establishing salary ranges for non-union personnel. Resolution 6-2021 authorizing an agreement with the City of Elizabeth for STI clinic services was unanimously approved.

• Held two-day closure for Inspiration Roll in abeyance for two years (unanimous)
• Approved April financial report and bills for $19,627.02 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1-2021 on first reading for non-union salary ranges (majority, one abstention)
• Approved Resolution 6-2021 for STI clinic services agreement with City of Elizabeth (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 5, 2021 meeting as amended
• Appointed McKelvey and Bertsch to review gas leaf blower health data

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will approve minutes from the March 22, 2021 meeting and welcome new member Barton Ross. The agenda also includes updates regarding Preservation Month.

• Approval of minutes from 3-22-2021 meeting
• Introduction of new member and Historic Preservation Officer Barton Ross
• Committee updates on Preservation Month

The Westfield Historic Preservation Commission approved the March 22, 2021 meeting minutes. They welcomed new Historic Preservation Officer Barton Ross, who gave a presentation on historic preservation standards. The Commission agreed to use historic Westfield backdrops for the May meeting to celebrate National Historic Preservation Month.

• Approved March 22, 2021 meeting minutes
• Welcomed new Historic Preservation Officer Barton Ross
• Agreed to use historic Westfield backdrops for May meeting

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board will vote on a new office lease and approve prior meeting minutes and the March treasurer's report. They will also hear updates on downtown projects, including Quimby plans, Sweet Sounds Downtown, a bike grant, and new businesses.

• Approval of new DWC office lease
• Approval of March 16, 2021 minutes
• March 2021 Treasurer's Report
• Update on Sweet Sounds Downtown
• Bike grant with Sustainable Jersey

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board approved a five-year lease for new office space on Prospect St, owned by board member Jerry Eicke, who abstained. The board also approved the March minutes, financials, and additional spending for Quimby Street lighting and steel barrier covers. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved new DWC office lease on Prospect St (5-year) (all except Eicke abstaining)
• Approved minutes from March 16, 2021 meeting (Conway abstained)
• Approved financial report including digital marketing and Quimby St cleaning expenses
• Approved Quimby Street lighting project with quote of $17,000-$17,500
• Approved steel barrier covers for Elm and Quimby at $3,300 for 12

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding its regular meeting on April 20, 2021, with advertised public hearings on the 2021 municipal budget, the Special Improvement District (SID) budget, and an ordinance amending police and fire department salaries. The council will also vote on resolutions to adopt these budgets and other items, including a historic designation for 923 Central Avenue and a contract for a wireless tower lease consultant. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, bills and claims, and committee reports.

• 2021 Municipal Budget adoption
• 2021 Special Improvement District Budget adoption
• General Ordinance No. 2213 amending police and fire salaries
• General Ordinance No. 2214 designating 923 Central Avenue as historic landmark
• Bills and claims totaling $1,109,021.23

The Town Council adopted the 2021 municipal budget of $29,351,209.33 for municipal purposes, plus a $2,705,536 minimum library levy, with a total of $49,314,801.99 in appropriations. The vote was 8-1, with Councilman LoGrippo dissenting. The Council also adopted the Special Improvement District budget of $416,347, approved a salary ordinance for police and fire employees, and passed several resolutions including a contract for a wireless consultant and a referral for a historic designation.

• Adopted 2021 municipal budget of $29,351,209.33 (8-1, LoGrippo dissenting)
• Adopted Special Improvement District budget of $416,347 (unanimous)
• Adopted General Ordinance No. 2213 amending police/fire salary ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved contract with FSD Enterprises for wireless tower lease consulting, not to exceed $2,000 (unanimous)
• Referred 923 Central Ave historic designation to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Introduced General Ordinance No. 2214 to designate 923 Central Ave as historic landmark (unanimous)
• Approved change order for Scotch Plains Ave improvement, increasing contract to $288,951.02 (unanimous)
• Awarded engineering contract to Hatch Mott MacDonald for drainage channel cleaning, not to exceed $48,800 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing several new applications regarding solar panels, fences, and pools. The meeting also addresses carried items from previous sessions and notes one withdrawn application.

• New appeal for solar panels on the front roof façade at 59 Michael Drive
• New appeal for a six-foot fence in the street side yard at 319 Elizabeth Avenue
• New appeal for an inground pool setback at 154 Harrison Avenue
• New appeal for an inground pool and expanded patio at 526 Hanford Place
• Application for 230 Elizabeth Avenue carried to May 10, 2021 meeting

The Westfield Board of Adjustment approved all eight memorializing resolutions for prior applications, and approved six new variance requests, including those for a solar panel installation, a pool, and a fence. One application was withdrawn and two were carried to the next meeting.

• Adopted minutes of March 8, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Adopted resolutions for 8 prior applications (6-0)
• Approved Mandel variance for shed and basketball court with conditions (6-0)
• Approved Stanek pool and patio variance with conditions (6-0)
• Approved Lee solar panel variance (5-1, Bonacci opposed)
• Approved Goncalves fence variance with conditions (6-0)
• Approved Guernsey pool setback variance (6-0)
• Carried Alvarez & Quintana and Arroyo applications to May 10 meeting

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a $2.65 million bond for road resurfacing, police and fire equipment, a front-end loader, park amenities, and building improvements. They will also consider a cap bank ordinance to allow a 3.5% budget increase, a landscaper licensing ordinance, and a measure to repeal library fine penalties. The meeting includes appointments to the Bicycle Board, a proclamation for Parkinson's Awareness Month, and approval of minutes and bills.

• Bond ordinance: $2,650,000 for road resurfacing ($1.72M), police equipment ($120K), fire air compressor ($55K), DPW front-end loader ($240K), park amenities ($125K), building improvements ($390K)
• Cap bank ordinance: allows 3.5% budget increase, $1,219,765.86 over previous year
• Ordinance to license and register landscapers, amending Conservation Center regulations
• Ordinance to repeal library fine and overdue material penalties (Sections 14-10.1, 14-10.2, 14-10.3)
• Bills and claims: $371,882.65

The Westfield Town Council adopted a $2.65 million bond ordinance to fund capital projects including road paving and equipment, and passed ordinances establishing a cap bank, rescinding penalties for overdue library materials, and requiring landscaper registration. The council also introduced a salary ordinance for police and approved appointments to the Bicycle Advisory Board.

• Adopted $2.65M bond ordinance for capital improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted cap bank ordinance for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance rescinding municipal offense for overdue library materials (unanimous)
• Adopted landscaper registration ordinance (unanimous)
• Introduced police salary ordinance, public hearing April 20
• Approved appointments to Bicycle Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved bills and claims totaling $371,882.65 (unanimous)
• Authorized grant applications for bicycle infrastructure ($20,000) and reusable food container program ($2,000)

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is meeting to handle routine business including minutes approval, public comments, and liaison reports. The agenda lists several new business items for discussion, including a garden project phase, a screening event, a race, a baseball camp, and picnic tables, but no decisions are specified.

• Clara Christian, Veronica's Garden Phase 2, Mindowaskin Park
• Adam Pizzi, Screening Event, Tamaques Park
• James Leitner, Race in Tamaques Park
• Baseball Camp at Gumbert
• Westfield Baseball Picnic Tables

The Westfield Recreation Commission approved several items: planting more perennials at Veronica's Garden in Mindowaskin Park using leftover funds, holding a race in Tamaques Park on a date to be determined, and dedicating five picnic tables at G1 in memory of John Monahan. A proposed screening event at Tamaques Park was referred to committee for further discussion. No public comments were made, and no substantive decisions were made on other agenda items.

• Approved planting more perennials at Veronica's Garden, Mindowaskin Park, using leftover fundraising monies.
• Approved a race in Tamaques Park, with a date to be discussed when the park is less busy.
• Approved dedicating five picnic tables at G1 in memory of John Monahan.
• Referred a proposed screening event at Tamaques Park to committee for further discussion.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review department reports including health, vital statistics, animal control, and nursing. The agenda includes updates on COVID-19 and a vaccination subcommittee, as well as a Public Health Week Proclamation.

• Board Hearing: Sichuan Dynasty
• Approval of March 1, 2021 minutes
• COVID Update and Vaccination subcommittee discussion
• Public Health Week Proclamation

The Board held a four-day closure for Sichuan Dynasty in abeyance for two years, contingent on the owner completing a certified food manager training course by April 12, 2021. The Board also approved the March financial report and bills totaling $8,824.70, accepted a proclamation for National Public Health Week 2021, and approved the March 1, 2021 minutes as amended.

• Held a four-day closure for Sichuan Dynasty in abeyance for two years, requiring proof of certified food manager training by April 12, 2021.
• Approved the March 1, 2021 meeting minutes as amended.
• Approved the March financial report and bills in the amount of $8,824.70.
• Unanimously approved a proclamation recognizing National Public Health Week 2021.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:53 PM.

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold a site plan review at 6:30pm for 120 Wychwood Road, followed by a regular meeting at 7:30pm. The board will approve resolutions for two previously approved applications (a lot width adjustment on Summit Avenue and a subdivision on South Elmer Street/South Avenue), hear new appeals for a 10-unit residential development at 440 North Avenue and a subdivision at 121 Effingham Place, and discuss other business including HVAC improvements at five elementary schools and a master plan update.

• PB 20-11: 10-unit residential development with 2 affordable units at 440 North Avenue, seeking variances for setbacks, parking setback, and exterior wall length
• PB 21-03: Subdivision at 121 Effingham Place to add a new single-family dwelling, seeking variances for building coverage (21.7% vs 20% allowed; 26.2% vs 24% with porch)
• PB 21-01: Approved lot width adjustment at 826 & 830 Summit Avenue (lot 9.01 widened from 50 to 60 feet)
• PB 21-02: Approved subdivision at 425 South Elmer Street/211 South Avenue with coverage variances (31.4% vs 30% max; 90.4% vs 70% max)
• Westfield Public School District HVAC improvements at Washington, Jefferson, Franklin, McKinley, and Tamaques elementary schools

The Westfield Planning Board approved a 10-unit residential development at 440 North Avenue, including two affordable housing units, with conditions such as ADA parking and drainage improvements. The board also approved a subdivision at 121 Effingham Place to retain an existing historic home and build a new single-family dwelling, and adopted resolutions for two prior applications. A proposal for a climate-change hazard vulnerability assessment was approved.

• Approved PB 20-11: 10-unit residential development at 440 North Avenue with two affordable units (9-0-2)
• Approved PB 21-03: Subdivision at 121 Effingham Place retaining historic home and new dwelling (9-0-2)
• Adopted resolution PB 21-01: Lot width adjustment at 826 & 830 Summit Avenue (9-0-2)
• Adopted resolution PB 21-02: Subdivision at 425 South Elmer Street/211 South Avenue (9-0-2)
• Approved proposal for climate-change hazard vulnerability assessment in Master Plan (unanimous)

Town Council Notifications

The Town Council is meeting to introduce the 2021 Municipal Budget and the Special Improvement District Budget. The agenda also includes a $2,650,000 bond ordinance for public improvements and equipment acquisitions.

• Special Ordinance 2221: $2,650,000 bond ordinance for public improvements and new equipment
• Introduction of the 2021 Municipal Budget and 2021 Special Improvement District Budget
• Authorization of $67,908 payment for Year 3 costs of Police Body Worn Cameras
• Resolution to award pool concession contract to Lizzard Inc. DBA Suspenders for $14,201.50
• General Ordinance 2210: Establishing a cap bank to allow a budget increase up to 3.5%

The Town Council introduced the 2021 municipal budget and adopted a temporary capital budget to expedite road work. The council also approved a $2.65 million bond ordinance for public improvements and equipment, and passed several resolutions including a contract for pool food concessions and a resolution to continue outdoor dining for restaurants.

• Introduced the 2021 municipal budget (Resolution No. 79) for publication and public hearing.
• Adopted the 2021 Temporary Capital Budget (Resolution No. 76) to move forward with capital projects, primarily road work.
• Approved Special Ordinance No. 2221, a $2,650,000 bond ordinance for public improvements and equipment.
• Awarded a contract to NAVA Construction for ADA curb ramps and drainage improvements in the amount of $228,400.
• Approved a contract with Lizzard Inc. DBA Suspenders for the 2021 pool food concession, with a payment of $14,201.50 to the town.
• Authorized payment of $67,908 to Axon Enterprise for Year 3 of the police body-worn camera program.
• Approved a resolution to continue the outdoor dining program for restaurants and bars, with no fee for applications.
• Approved General Ordinance No. 2211, rescinding the municipal offense for overdue library materials.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will conduct a public hearing and vote on the proposed historic designation of 923 Central Avenue. Members will also discuss 121 Effingham Place and amendments to the expedited review process.

• Public hearing and vote on historic designation for 923 Central Avenue
• Design Committee update regarding 121 Effingham Place
• Proposed amendments to the Expedited Review process and new forms
• Establishment of the Preservation Plan Review Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a motion to designate the principal structure at 923 Central Avenue as a historic property, with one abstention. The designation follows the owner's decision to preserve and renovate the circa-1757 home instead of demolishing it. The Commission also discussed a proposed porch alteration at 121 Effingham Place and reviewed new expedited review application forms.

• Approved the February 22, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Designated the principal structure at 923 Central Avenue as a historic property (unanimous, with one abstention).
• Discussed, but did not vote on, the proposed porch alteration at 121 Effingham Place.
• Reviewed the new expedited review application forms for minor work on historic structures.
• Discussed re-establishing a Preservation Plan Review Committee to support the updated preservation plan.

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board will vote on the 2021 budget and approve prior meeting minutes. The executive director will report on the return of outdoor dining and parklets, electric charging stations, bike racks, and new businesses. Committee reports and public comments are also scheduled.

• Approval of 2021 Budget
• Return of outdoor dining and parklets
• Electric charging stations
• Bike racks
• Update on Prevailing Wage legislation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board approved its 2021 budget and the February financial report. The board also approved the minutes from the February 17, 2021 meeting. No other formal votes were taken; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and updates.

• Approved the 2021 budget.
• Approved the February financial report.
• Approved the minutes from the February 17, 2021 meeting.

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold a special meeting, conference meeting, and regular meeting on March 9, 2021. The regular meeting includes a public hearing and vote on General Ordinance No. 2209, which adopts the South Avenue Redevelopment Plan for several properties. The council will also consider resolutions authorizing various financial actions, including refunds, budget transfers, and temporary emergency appropriations totaling over $14 million. The agenda includes presentations from Girl Scouts and a proclamation.

• Public hearing on General Ordinance No. 2209 adopting the South Avenue Redevelopment Plan (properties on South Avenue East, Windsor Avenue)
• Bills and claims totaling $2,897,198.72
• Resolution approving temporary emergency appropriations of $14,235,831 for Current Fund and $46,000 for Swimming Pool Utility Fund
• Resolution authorizing refunds for canceled recreation programs (COVID) to Shubhro Bose ($285), Elena Panagos ($235), and Ed Pierce ($70)
• Resolution authorizing refund of $500 tree permit fee to Domenico Lettini for 2003 Grandview Avenue

The Town Council voted unanimously to adopt General Ordinance No. 2209, approving the South Avenue Redevelopment Plan for the Elite Property mixed-use project at the Sevell's site. The plan, part of the 2017 affordable housing settlement, sets zoning for the project, with further details to be negotiated. The council also approved bills and claims totaling $2,897,198.72 and several resolutions, including emergency temporary appropriations for the 2021 budget.

• Adopted General Ordinance No. 2209, the South Avenue Redevelopment Plan, by unanimous vote.
• Approved bills and claims in the amount of $2,897,198.72.
• Adopted Resolution No. 65 authorizing a warrant of $684.60 to NJ Department of Health for dog licenses.
• Adopted Resolution No. 66 authorizing refunds for canceled recreation programs and a pool fee.
• Adopted Resolution No. 67 refunding a $500 tree permit fee to Domenico Lettini.
• Adopted Resolution No. 68 authorizing refunds for overpaid taxes totaling $14,504.88.
• Adopted Resolution No. 69 establishing emergency temporary appropriations totaling $14,235,831 for the Current Fund and $46,000 for the Swimming Pool Utility Fund.
• Adopted Resolution No. 70 authorizing budget transfers of $60,000 within the 2020 budget.

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will vote on six zoning variance applications carried over from February or newly filed. Two applications were postponed to the April 12 meeting. The remaining four involve requests to exceed standard limits for driveway width, building coverage, and yard setbacks.

• Kenneth & Nancy Leonard (206 Dickson Drive) seek approval for a 33-foot driveway, exceeding the 24-foot limit
• Monica Alvarez & Alvaro Quintana (158 North Euclid Avenue) seek approval for an addition with 7.6-foot side yard setbacks, below the 10-foot minimum
• Lisa Varandas (120 Wychwood Road) appeals the denial of a zoning approval for a new home construction permit
• Gilberto Arroyo (230 Elizabeth Avenue) seeks approval for a home addition with 31.3% building coverage, exceeding the 20% maximum
• Jeffrey & Elaine Heintz (564 Sherwood Parkway) seek approval for a garage, patio, and driveway with 51.5% improvement coverage, exceeding the 50% maximum

The Westfield Board of Adjustment dismissed an appeal by Lisa Varandas for 120 Wychwood Road, finding it lacked jurisdiction because the appeal concerned an interpretation of a resolution, which is better suited for a prerogative writ action. The Board approved four variance applications: Christine Escribano (415 Mountain Avenue), Neil Dias (1416 Boulevard), Stephanie Nash (237 Munsee Way), and David & Amy Nathanson (1 Breeze Knoll Drive), all with conditions. It also approved new applications for a generator at 4 Carol Road (Lawrence & Donna Darrow), a garage/patio/driveway at 564 Sherwood Parkway (Jeffrey & Elaine Heintz), and a front entry portico at 417 Baker Avenue (Adam & Jessica Weinstein), each with conditions. Two applications were carried to the April 12 meeting: 158 North Euclid Avenue (Monica Alvarez & Alvaro Quintana) and 251 East Dudley Avenue (Alyssa Stanek), the latter after the applicant agreed to revise the plan.

• Dismissed appeal for 120 Wychwood Road for lack of jurisdiction (unanimous).
• Adopted resolutions approving applications for 415 Mountain Avenue, 1416 Boulevard, 237 Munsee Way, and 1 Breeze Knoll Drive, all with conditions (unanimous).
• Approved generator variance for 4 Carol Road with condition that plantings be maintained (unanimous).
• Approved garage, patio, and driveway for 564 Sherwood Parkway with conditions including locked spa cover and garage for storage only (unanimous).
• Approved front entry portico for 417 Baker Avenue with condition that portico remain open on three sides (unanimous).
• Carried application for 158 North Euclid Avenue to April 12 meeting (applicants not present).
• Carried application for 251 East Dudley Avenue to April 12 meeting after applicant agreed to revise plan.
• Carried applications for 206 Dickson Drive and 25 North Wickom Drive to April 12 meeting.

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and public comment, plus committee reports on pools, parks, finance, programs, and media. New business includes several park-related items: a Silver Award project at Tamaques Park, a Gold Award project at Sycamore Park, the James Leitner Run in Tamaques, and a request from Westfield Softball to add a storage container at Memorial Park.

• Talie Schaible Silver Award project at Tamaques Park
• Jessica Currie Gold Award project at Sycamore Park
• James Leitner Run in Tamaques
• Westfield Softball request to add storage container at Memorial Park

The Westfield Recreation Commission unanimously approved three requests: a fairy trail at Tamaques Park by Girl Scout Talie Schaible, a labyrinth and walking path at Sycamore Field by Girl Scout Jessica Currie, and an additional storage container for the Girls Softball League at Memorial Park. A request from James Leitner for a 24-hour race at Tamaques Park was tabled pending more information. The meeting also included reports on pool registrations, field openings, and the Houlihan/Sid Fay cell tower proposal.

• Approved Girl Scout fairy trail at Tamaques Park (unanimous)
• Approved Girl Scout labyrinth at Sycamore Field (unanimous)
• Approved additional storage container for Girls Softball League at Memorial Park (unanimous)
• Tabled James Leitner's 24-hour race request at Tamaques Park

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to review January 2021 department and financial reports. The agenda includes discussions on COVID-19 updates, the vaccination subcommittee, and outreach for vulnerable populations.

• Farmer’s Market Fee Waiver Request
• COVID Update and Vaccination subcommittee
• Vulnerable Populations Outreach
• Review of January 2021 Health Department, Vital Statistics, Animal Control, and Nursing reports
• Closed session for a contractual item

The Westfield Board of Health approved the January financial report and bills for January and February totaling $9,002.10 by unanimous roll call vote. The board also approved the January 11, 2021 meeting minutes as amended. No other formal decisions were made; discussions included COVID-19 updates, vaccination plans, and a request from the Green Team to ban gas-powered leaf blowers, which was deferred pending data.

• Approved January financial report and bills totaling $9,002.10 (unanimous)
• Approved January 11, 2021 meeting minutes as amended

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes and resolutions, including a previously approved subdivision at 412 Palsted Avenue. The board will also hear two new subdivision applications: one to adjust lot widths on Summit Avenue and another to subdivide property on South Elmer Street/South Avenue, both with requested variances from the Land Use Ordinance. A status report on the Master Plan and discussion of Ordinance #2209 adopting the South Avenue Redevelopment Plan are also on the agenda.

• PB 20-12: Approval of resolution for subdivision at 412 Palsted Avenue (Block 2607 Lot 25) with variance for lot depth (98 ft vs required 120 ft)
• PB 21-01: Application to increase lot width at 826 & 830 Summit Avenue (Block 4704, Lots 9.01 & 10) from 50 to 60 ft, decreasing adjacent lot from 100 to 90 ft
• PB 21-02: Application to subdivide 425 South Elmer Street/211 South Avenue (Block 3201 Lot 2.01) into two lots, with proposed coverage exceeding ordinance limits (31.4% vs 30% max, 90.4% vs 70% max)
• Master Plan status report
• General Ordinance #2209: An Ordinance Adopting the South Avenue Redevelopment Plan

The Westfield Planning Board approved a subdivision at 412 Palsted Avenue, a boundary adjustment at 826/830 Summit Avenue, and a subdivision at 425 South Elmer Street/211 South Avenue. The board also found the South Avenue Redevelopment Plan consistent with the master plan and referred it to the Town Council for adoption.

• Adopted resolution approving PB 20-12, subdivision at 412 Palsted Avenue with conditions (9-0)
• Approved PB 21-01, boundary adjustment at 826/830 Summit Avenue (9-0)
• Approved PB 21-02, subdivision at 425 South Elmer Street/211 South Avenue (9-0)
• Referred South Avenue Redevelopment Plan to Town Council as consistent with master plan (9-0)

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold a conference meeting and a regular meeting on February 23, 2021. Key items include a presentation on the South Avenue redevelopment, a public hearing on an ordinance adopting the South Avenue Redevelopment Plan, and several ordinances including one to designate 417 Prospect Street as a historic landmark. The council will also consider resolutions for financial warrants, a re-bid for drainage improvements, and a contract for landscape materials.

• General Ordinance No. 2209: adopting the South Avenue Redevelopment Plan
• General Ordinance No. 2207: designating 417 Prospect Street (Block 1004, Lot 10) as a historic landmark
• General Ordinance No. 2208: amending the stormwater control ordinance
• Resolution to re-bid the 2021 Miscellaneous Ramps – Drainage Improvements Project
• Bills and Claims in the amount of $286,279.39

The Westfield Town Council passed General Ordinance No. 2209, adopting the South Avenue Redevelopment Plan, on first reading with a unanimous vote. The plan, which includes 193 residential units and retail space, will be considered for final passage on March 9, 2021. The council also approved three other ordinances, including the historic designation of 417 Prospect Street, and several resolutions for budget transfers and contracts.

• Adopted South Avenue Redevelopment Plan on first reading (unanimous)
• Designated 417 Prospect Street as historic landmark (unanimous)
• Amended municipal stormwater control ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $286,279.39 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license transfer to Riddhi Ganesh Siddhi LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized re-bid for ADA ramp and drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Awarded $70,000 landscape materials contract to Northern Nurseries (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 budget transfers totaling $20,500 (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will review minutes from the January 25, 2021 meeting. The session includes an introduction of the members and a presentation titled Building Blocks for Working Together regarding local ordinances and architectural guidance.

• Approval of minutes from 1-25-2021 meeting
• Building Blocks for Working Together presentation on Ordinance overview and architectural guidance

The Westfield Historic Preservation Commission met on February 22, 2021, and approved the minutes from the January 25, 2021 meeting. The main agenda item was a presentation and overview of the updated historic preservation ordinance, which has been in development since the 2002 Master Plan. No formal decisions or votes were taken on the ordinance or any other substantive matters; the meeting was informational and included public comments.

• Approved January 25, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Kessler, second by Brevard)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment met for a special meeting to consider several requests for relief from Land Use Ordinance requirements. These applications involve requests for changes to fence heights, pool installations, generator placement, and building setbacks.

• Pool and open fence installation request at 16 Breeze Drive
• Generator placement in street side yard at 1000 Wychode Road
• Six-foot fence height increase at 621 Short Hills Court
• Front yard pool and six-foot fence request at 171 Tudor Oval
• Addition with reduced setbacks and one-car garage at 888 Winyah Avenue

The Westfield Board of Adjustment approved all five applications on the agenda, granting variances for a pool and fence, a generator, a fence, a pool and fence, and a house addition. Each approval included specific conditions, such as maintaining landscaping and removing a driveway section. The board voted unanimously on most items, with one abstention and one recusal.

• Approved pool and fence variance for Daniel Jemal at 16 Breeze Knoll Drive (5-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved generator variance for Cara Tabatchnick at 1000 Wychwood Road (7-0)
• Approved fence variance for Alex Mednick & Allison Stone at 621 Short Hills Court (7-0)
• Approved pool and fence variance for Pawel Kierzkowski at 171 Tudor Oval (7-0)
• Approved addition variance for Thomas Sevchuk at 888 Winyah Avenue (6-0, 1 recusal)

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board is meeting to hear reports from its chair, secretary, treasurer, and executive director, including holiday survey results, streetworks meetings, the office situation, and Prevailing Wage legislation. Committee reports on design, promotions, and economic vitality will be given, followed by reports from the mayor, town officials, and liaisons. Public comments are scheduled near the end.

• Approval of January 20, 2021 minutes
• January 2021 Treasurer's report
• Holiday survey results
• Prevailing Wage legislation discussion
• New businesses and vacancies update

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board unanimously opposed state prevailing wage legislation (A1571) and approved raising the maximum design grant request to $700. The board also approved moving its office to a new location (TBD) and approved the January 21, 2021 minutes and financial report. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on holiday survey results, Streetworks outreach, and new businesses.

• Approved January 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved financial report
• Approved raising maximum design grant requests to $700
• Unanimously opposed prevailing wage legislation A1571
• Unanimously approved moving to new office location (TBD)

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is meeting to decide on several financial and administrative items, including appointing Parag P. Patel as Municipal Judge, setting 2021 pool membership rates and sewer fees, and approving various refunds and warrants. They will also hold public hearings on ordinances to streamline historic preservation review and adjust pool fees, and consider a resolution to explore a shared municipal court.

• Appoint Parag P. Patel as Municipal Judge for a 3-year term ending Jan 31, 2024
• Approve 2021 Westfield Memorial Pool membership rates (resident family 4 or less: $420; non-resident family 4 or less: $702)
• Set 2021 sewer fees: single-family $195, commercial/industrial $575, multi-family $120 per unit
• Authorize refunds: $500 street opening bonds to four applicants, $1,700 to Walter Kapuscinski, $250 and $500 escrow balances, $150 Board of Adjustment fee
• Reject bids for third-party power supplier for community energy aggregation program

The Westfield Town Council rejected all bids for the Community Energy Aggregation Program because they would yield no savings for residents, and held the RFP open for up to 120 days. The Council also passed two ordinances on first reading: one to permit expedited review of minor work on historic properties, and another to change Memorial Pool fees. Additionally, the Council approved a resolution to explore a shared municipal court feasibility study with Scotch Plains, Garwood, and Fanwood.

• Rejected all energy aggregation bids (Resolution 55)
• Passed Ordinance 2204 on first reading (historic preservation minor work review)
• Passed Ordinance 2205 on first reading (Memorial Pool fee changes)
• Approved shared court services feasibility study with Scotch Plains, Garwood, Fanwood (Resolution 53)
• Approved $359,348.55 in bills and claims
• Appointed Parag P. Patel as Municipal Judge for 3-year term (Resolution 43)
• Approved 2021 Memorial Pool membership rates (Resolution 51)
• Set 2021 sewer user fees (Resolution 52)

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will meet on February 8, 2021, to approve minutes and resolutions from January 11, and to hear new appeals. Most applications on the agenda have been carried to the March 8, 2021 meeting, including requests for driveway widenings, additions, pools, fences, and other variances from the Land Use Ordinance. One application (Francis Scott Ferraro, 712 Oak Avenue) has been withdrawn.

• Kenneth & Nancy Leonard, 206 Dickson Drive: driveway widening to 33 feet (max 24 feet allowed)
• Christine Escribano, 415 Mountain Avenue: driveway turnaround, patio, porches; front setback 18.04 ft (min 25 ft), building coverage 21.39% (max 20%)
• Monica Alvarez & Alvaro Quintana, 158 North Euclid Avenue: addition with side yard setbacks 7.6/11.5 ft (min 10 ft)
• Neil Dias, 1416 Boulevard: new deck, 5% coverage (max 2%)
• Pawel Kierzkowski, 171 Tudor Oval: 6-foot fence and inground pool in front yard (pool must be rear yard)

The Westfield Board of Adjustment approved several applications, including a variance for Christine Escribano's driveway, patio, and porch additions, and for Stephanie Nash's inground pool and cabana. The board also adopted resolutions for previously approved applications and carried several others to future meetings. One application, for Howard & Nadine Mandel, was carried to the next meeting after the board expressed concerns.

• Adopted minutes of January 11, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Adopted resolutions for Spector, Sachs, Molloy, Singer, Block applications (7-0)
• Adopted court-ordered resolution reversing denial for CGFR, 214 Grove Street (7-0)
• Approved Escribano application for driveway, patio, and porch variances (7-0-1)
• Approved Dias application for deck variance (7-0-1)
• Approved Nash application for pool and cabana variance (6-1-1)
• Carried Mandel application to March 8 meeting
• Carried multiple applications to February 18 special meeting

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and liaison reports, as well as committee reports on the pool, parks and fields, finance, programs, and media relations. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Public portion of the meeting for resident comments
• Town Council liaison report
• Board of Education liaison report
• Committee reports: Pool, Parks & Fields, Finance, Programs, Media Relations
• Next meeting scheduled for March 1, 2021

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to discuss new and old business, including a fee change request for the Farmers Market. Several reports and financial items have been tabled for this meeting.

• Farmers Market fee change request
• COVID update
• Vaccination subcommittee update
• Nagoya update

The Board of Health approved the January 11, 2021 meeting minutes as amended. Committee reports were tabled for the month. The Health Officer provided a COVID-19 update, noting January had the highest case count and that vaccine provider applications were suspended by the state. The Board discussed a Farmers Market vendor fee reduction request and a Green Team leaf blower initiative, but took no formal action on either.

• Approved January 11, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (motion by Talmont, seconded by Marcus)
• Tabled committee reports for the month
• Discussed Farmers Market vendor fee reduction request, no action taken
• Agreed Green Team should lead leaf blower initiative and report back

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will approve a lot line adjustment for 104 and 101 Winchester Way. It will continue review of a proposal to subdivide 412 Palsted Avenue into two lots with non-compliant depths. The board will also discuss amending the Historic Preservation Ordinance to allow faster review of minor work on designated properties.

• Approval of lot line adjustment for Nicole & Barak Ulin at 104 Winchester Way & 101 Barchester Way
• Review of subdivision proposal for Villane Building & Development, LLC at 412 Palsted Avenue
• Review of General Ordinance #2204 amending the Historic Preservation Ordinance
• Referral from Historic Preservation Commission for proposed designation of 417 Prospect Street

The Planning Board approved a minor subdivision application (PB 20-12) for 412 Palsted Avenue, allowing the property to be split into two lots with a new single-family home on each, despite a lot depth variance from the required 120 feet to 98 feet. The board also adopted resolutions for a prior lot-line adjustment, recommended a historic designation for 417 Prospect Street, and found Ordinance #2204 (expedited historic review) consistent with the master plan.

• Approved PB 20-12 subdivision at 412 Palsted Avenue with conditions (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for PB 20-09 lot-line adjustment at 104 Winchester Way & 101 Barchester Way (unanimous)
• Recommended 417 Prospect Street as local historic site to governing body (unanimous)
• Found Ordinance #2204 (HPC minor work review) consistent with master plan (unanimous)

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold a conference meeting and a regular meeting on January 26, 2021. The agenda includes resolutions authorizing the Chief Financial Officer to issue tax refunds and warrants, purchase a new Fire Department vehicle, award a contract for brush grinding, and approve a change order for leaf collection. The Council will also consider ordinances to amend the Bicycle Board and change Memorial Pool fees, and will hear event requests from local organizations.

• Resolution to purchase a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Fire Department for $45,489.41
• Ordinance to change Memorial Pool fees, including new categories for private events and swim team rentals
• Resolution to award a $74,800 contract to Britton Industries for brush grinding
• Resolution to authorize change order for 2020 Leaf Collection Program, net increase of $11,681
• Resolution to refer 417 Prospect Avenue to Planning Board for historic designation

The Town Council passed an ordinance amending the Bicycle Board and awarded a $74,800 contract to Britton Industries for brush/log grinding. Several resolutions were adopted, including refunds, tax payments, a fire department vehicle purchase, and a change order for leaf collection. A new ordinance on pool fees was introduced for first reading.

• Passed General Ordinance No. 2203 amending the Bicycle Board (unanimous, Katz absent)
• Awarded $74,800 brush/log grinding contract to Britton Industries (unanimous)
• Approved $345,955.15 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Authorized refunds totaling $555 to two individuals (unanimous)
• Approved $19,829 payment for state construction permit fees (unanimous)
• Authorized $104,086.75 in special district taxes to Downtown Westfield Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe for Fire Department at $45,489.41 (unanimous)
• Introduced General Ordinance No. 2205 on pool fees for first reading (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary and adopt its meeting schedule through February 2022. The agenda includes a presentation of the Preservation Plan by Connolly Hickey Historical Architects.

• Vote on Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Adoption of March 2021 thru February 2022 meeting schedule
• Presentation of Preservation Plan by Connolly Hickey Historical Architects
• Discussion of various committees including Design and Funding Incentives

The Westfield Historic Preservation Commission approved the December 2020 minutes, swore in new and reappointed members, elected officers, and adopted the meeting schedule for March 2021 through February 2022. They also received a presentation from Connolly Hickey Historical Architects on updating the Preservation Plan, which has not been revised since 2002. No formal decisions were made on the plan; it was presented for discussion.

• Approved December 28, 2020 meeting minutes (motion by Brevard, second by Carey; Reed and Kessler abstained)
• Swore in new and reappointed members, including new member Kathryn Reed
• Elected Maria Boyes as Chair (motion by Spikes, second by Kessler)
• Elected Jacqueline Brevard as Vice-Chair (motion by Kessler, second by Jaruzelski)
• Elected Linda Jacus as Secretary (motion by Brevard, second by Spikes)
• Adopted meeting schedule for March 2021 through February 2022 (motion by Kessler, second by Tener)

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation Board of Directors will hold its annual reorganization meeting, electing a 2021 chair and adopting meeting dates and goals. The board will also review financial reports, hear committee updates on facade grants and events, and receive remarks from the mayor and liaisons.

• Election of 2021 Board Chair
• Adoption of 2021 meeting dates and goals
• November financial report and December 2020 preliminary report
• Facade grant recommendations from Design Committee
• 2021 events and promotions update

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board approved its 2020 year-end financial report and re-elected Patricia Hanigan as Chairwoman, along with Lew Kimble, Jim Donofrio, and Jerry Eicke to officer roles for 2021. The board also approved grants of $500 to I to Eye and $300 to Beyond Trends, and set 2021 meeting dates. No public comments were made.

• Approved 2020 year-end financial report
• Re-elected Patricia Hanigan as Chairwoman for 2021
• Re-elected Lew Kimble as Vice Chairman for 2021
• Re-elected Jim Donofrio as Secretary for 2021
• Re-elected Jerry Eicke as Treasurer for 2021
• Approved $500 grant to I to Eye
• Approved $300 grant to Beyond Trends
• Approved 2021 meeting dates for DWC and committees

Town Council Notifications

The Town Council is reviewing ordinances to amend the Bicycle Board membership and streamline the review process for minor work on historic properties. The meeting also includes appointments to the Mental Health Council and various financial resolutions.

• General Ordinance No. 2203: Amends the Bicycle Board to include a Green Team liaison
• General Ordinance No. 2204: Allows expedited review for minor applications on historic properties
• Resolution to refund a $975.00 dumpster security payment to Lopez Home Improvement NJ Inc.
• Resolution authorizing biweekly payroll for Westfield Memorial Library employees
• Approval of bills and claims totaling $537,118.33

The Westfield Town Council approved the first reading of two ordinances: General Ordinance No. 2203, which amends the Bicycle Safety Board's composition and adds a Green Team liaison, and General Ordinance No. 2204, which allows expedited review of minor work on designated historic properties. Both ordinances will be considered for final passage on January 26, 2021. The council also approved appointments to the Mental Health Council, bills and claims totaling $537,118.33, and several financial resolutions. No final decisions were made on the Government Energy Aggregation Program, which is still in the bidding process.

• Approved first reading of General Ordinance No. 2203 amending Bicycle Safety Board (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of General Ordinance No. 2204 on historic preservation minor work review (unanimous)
• Appointed Thomas Fowler and Gina Totino to Mental Health Council
• Approved bills and claims of $537,118.33 (unanimous)
• Approved refunds and fees including $58 parking permit refund and $975 dumpster deposit refund
• Adopted Westfield Memorial Library payroll for 2021
• Approved minutes of December 8, 2020 and January 5, 2021 meetings

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on January 11, 2021, to consider 14 applications for variances from the Land Use Ordinance, including decks, additions, pools, fences, and a generator. Several applications were carried from the December 14, 2020 meeting, and one was withdrawn. The board will also vote on minutes and resolutions from the previous meeting and consider a one-year extension for a prior approval.

• Ryan & Lori Spector, 132 Marlboro Street: one-year extension of previous approval
• Matt & Julie Sachs, 24 Hawthorn Drive: addition exceeding building coverage, rear and side yard setbacks, and floor area ratio
• Simon Block, 527 Coleman Place: garage with rear yard setback of 0.9 feet (required 5) and building coverage of 30.89% (max 20%)
• Stephanie Nash, 237 Munsee Way: inground pool and cabana with improvement coverage of 34.38% (max 30%)
• Daniel Jemal, 16 Breeze Knoll Drive: inground pool and 6-foot open fence (pool enclosure requires solid fence)

The Westfield Board of Adjustment approved several variance applications, including those for Matt & Julie Sachs, Evan Molloy, Jeffrey Singer, Simon Block, and an extension for Ryan & Lori Spector. The application for Kenneth & Nancy Leonard was carried to the February 8 meeting, as was Christine Escribano's, which was revised. Minutes and resolutions from the December 14, 2020 meeting were adopted.

• Adopted minutes of December 14, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted resolutions for five prior applications (unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension for Ryan & Lori Spector (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved addition variances for Matt & Julie Sachs (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved addition variances for Evan Molloy (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved patio/outdoor kitchen variances for Jeffrey Singer with conditions (6-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved garage rebuild variances for Simon Block (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Carried driveway widening application for Kenneth & Nancy Leonard to February 8 meeting

Board of Adjustment

This is a reorganization meeting where the Board of Adjustment will swear in members, elect officers, appoint a secretary and attorney, and set its 2021 meeting schedule. No substantive zoning cases or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Swearing-in of re-appointed and newly appointed board members
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Resolution appointing Board of Adjustment attorney for 2021
• Swearing-in of town planner for professional testimony in 2021
• Announcement of 2021 meeting schedule

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to elect officers, appoint board members, and establish the 2021 meeting schedule. The body is also reviewing several service resolutions and the 2021 budget.

• Resolution #2-2021 for extermination services with Pest-Gon Inc.
• Resolution #3-2021 for license fee waivers for tax exempt organizations
• Resolution #4-2021 for an agreement with the Global TB Institute for TB services
• Resolution #5-2021 for an agreement with the City of Elizabeth for STD services
• Review of the BOH 2021 Budget

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is holding its regular January meeting with standard procedural items including roll call, minutes approval, and public comment. The agenda lists committee reports and old business items such as the Sycamore Field playground, COVID-19, and a request to extend tennis lights at Tamaques, but no specific decisions or dollar amounts are detailed in the agenda text.

• Playground at Sycamore Field
• COVID-19 discussion
• Tamaques Wetlands Report
• Edison School Project
• Request to extend Tennis Lights at Tamaques

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and resolutions for prior applications, including a subdivision at 923 Central Avenue, a screening amendment at Echo Lake Country Club, and a denied minor subdivision at 2003 Grandview Avenue. They will also discuss a carried-over lot line adjustment and hear a new appeal for a subdivision at 412 Palsted Avenue.

• Approval of resolution PB 19-10: subdivision at 923 Central Avenue with multiple variances (approved with conditions)
• Approval of resolution PB 20-10: Echo Lake Country Club screening amendment (approved with conditions)
• Approval of resolution PB 20-04: minor subdivision at 2003 Grandview Avenue (denied)
• Carried-over application PB 20-09: lot line adjustment at 104 Winchester Way and 101 Barchester Way
• New appeal PB 20-12: subdivision at 412 Palsted Avenue with variance for lot depth

The Westfield Planning Board adopted resolutions for three applications from the December 7, 2020 meeting, approving a subdivision at 923 Central Avenue with variances, approving a height variance for Echo Lake Country Club, and denying a minor subdivision at 2003 Grandview Avenue. The board also approved a lot line adjustment for properties on Winchester Way and Barchester Way, and carried a subdivision application for 412 Palsted Avenue to the February 1st meeting pending a detailed drainage plan.

• Approved PB 19-10 subdivision at 923 Central Ave with multiple variances (7-0-2)
• Approved PB 20-10 height variance for Echo Lake Country Club (6-0-3)
• Denied PB 20-04 minor subdivision at 2003 Grandview Ave (7-0-2)
• Approved PB 20-09 lot line adjustment for 104 Winchester Way and 101 Barchester Way (9-0)
• Carried PB 20-12 subdivision at 412 Palsted Ave to Feb 1 meeting for drainage plan

Planning Board

This is the annual reorganization meeting of the Westfield Planning Board. The board will swear in members, elect officers, and make appointments for 2021, including the board attorney and liaisons to other committees. No substantive zoning or planning decisions are on the agenda.

• Election of officers
• Appointment of 2021 Planning Board Attorney
• Appointment of Site Plan Review Committee
• Appointment of Planning Board member to Historic Preservation Commission
• Appointment of Planning Board liaison to Tree Preservation Committee

The Westfield Planning Board held its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in new and reappointed members and electing officers. Michael Ash was approved as Chairman, Michael La Place as Vice Chairman, and Kris McAloon as Board Secretary. Alan Trembulak was reappointed as Planning Board Attorney for 2021, and committee assignments were announced. No substantive land-use decisions were made.

• Approved Michael Ash as Chairman and Michael La Place as Vice Chairman
• Approved Kris McAloon as Board Secretary
• Approved Alan Trembulak as Planning Board Attorney for 2021
• Approved 2021 Site Plan Review Committee members
• Named Ross Goldstein as liaison to Shade Tree Commission

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding its annual organization meeting to appoint officials and board members for 2021, including the Town Administrator, Town Engineer, Municipal Prosecutor, and Public Defender. The council will also vote on resolutions to approve the 2021 Cash Management Plan, petty cash accounts, and the 2021 Temporary Budget. This is largely a procedural meeting focused on appointments and routine financial approvals.

• Appoint James H. Gildea as Town Administrator for a three-year term
• Appoint Kris McAloon as Town Engineer for a three-year term
• Appoint Howard Egenberg as Municipal Prosecutor and Robert S. Bohrod as Public Defender for one-year terms
• Resolution to approve 2021 Temporary Budget and 2021 Temporary Pool Utility Budget
• Resolution to approve 2021 Cash Management Plan

The Westfield Town Council held its annual organization meeting, reappointing James H. Gildea as Town Administrator and Kris McAloon as Town Engineer for three-year terms. The council also approved numerous appointments to boards and commissions, adopted the 2021 Cash Management Plan, and passed resolutions for temporary appropriations and professional service contracts. The meeting was conducted remotely via Zoom due to the pandemic.

• Reappointed James H. Gildea as Town Administrator for a three-year term (unanimous)
• Reappointed Kris McAloon as Town Engineer for a three-year term (unanimous)
• Adopted 2021 Cash Management Plan (unanimous)
• Approved temporary appropriations for 2021 totaling $11,515,500 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved temporary appropriations for Swimming Pool Utility totaling $212,000 (unanimous roll call)
• Awarded contract to Suplee, Clooney & Company for audit services not to exceed $69,675 (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to Jardim, Meisner and Susser PC for extraordinary legal services not to exceed $220,000 (unanimous)
• Appointed Howard Egenberg as Municipal Prosecutor and Robert S. Bohrod as Public Defender for one-year terms (unanimous)