Westfield public meetings in 2024

Town Council Notifications

The Town Council will hold public hearings on four community block grant applications totaling $123,000 and consider a bond ordinance to appropriate $915,000 for acquiring real property for a pedestrian plaza/pocket park. A capital ordinance for $99,000 in public improvements and a salary schedule update effective January 1, 2025, are also on the agenda. The meeting includes numerous routine resolutions authorizing financial transactions and contracts, such as Memorial Pool improvements and equipment replacements.

• Bond ordinance for pedestrian plaza/pocket park ($915,000)
• Capital ordinance for various public improvements ($99,000)
• Public hearings on Community Block Development Grants: senior programming ($28,000), ADA playground walkway ($20,000), YMCA bathroom renovations ($25,000), HVAC replacement ($50,000)
• Contract award for design and improvements at Memorial Pool Complex
• Contracts for underground storage tank removal at DPW and emergency pump replacement at Nomahegan Pump Station

The Westfield Town Council adopted a bond ordinance authorizing $915,000 to acquire the former Mr. Good Lube site at 200 South Avenue West for a pedestrian plaza/pocket park, with $660,050 in EDA grant funding offsetting the cost. The council also adopted ordinances for salary schedule amendments and capital improvements, and approved numerous resolutions including police and fire payrolls, contracts, and budget transfers.

• Adopted Special Ordinance 2024-10 authorizing $915,000 bond for property acquisition (8-0)
• Adopted General Ordinance 2024-26 amending salary schedule (8-0)
• Adopted Special Ordinance 2024-09 appropriating $99,000 for public improvements (8-0)
• Approved $752,406.48 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Authorized $119,532.42 payment to Axon Enterprise for police video systems (unanimous)
• Awarded $36,700 contract to HL Petroleum for UST removal (unanimous)
• Approved emergency $79,606 contract for Nomahegan Pump Station repairs (unanimous)
• Set 2025 pool membership rates (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider several new and continued appeals for residential property modifications. These include requests for additions, garage expansions, and the installation of a swimming pool and fire pit.

• ZBA 24-029: Two-story rear addition and garage expansion at 715 Carleton Road
• ZBA 24-031: Second-floor addition, mudroom, and entry porch at 304 Euclid Avenue North
• ZBA 24-034: One-story addition and back stoop at 910 Grandview Avenue
• ZBA 24-016: In-ground swimming pool and fire pit at 101 Golf Edge Drive
• Adoption of resolutions for 441 Mountain Avenue, 736 Fairacres Avenue, and 414 Codding Road

The Westfield Board of Adjustment approved variance requests for three residential additions (ZBA 24-029, 24-031, 24-034) unanimously, with conditions on two. A pool application (ZBA 24-016) was carried to March 2025 after the applicant agreed to revise plans to reduce lot coverage. Three prior resolutions were also memorialized.

• Approved ZBA 24-029: two-story rear addition and garage expansion at 715 Carleton Road (6-0)
• Approved ZBA 24-031 with conditions: second-floor addition, mudroom, and entry porch at 304 Euclid Avenue North (6-0)
• Approved ZBA 24-034 with conditions: one-story addition and back stoop at 910 Grandview Avenue (6-0)
• Carried ZBA 24-016: in-ground pool and fire pit at 101 Golf Edge Drive to March 10, 2025, for plan revisions
• Memorialized resolutions for ZBA 24-022, 24-026, 24-027 (all approved unanimously)
• Adopted minutes of November 13, 2024, meeting (5-0)

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold conference and regular meetings on December 3, 2024. They will consider ordinances including a $915,000 bond to acquire property for a pedestrian plaza/pocket park, a $99,000 capital ordinance for public improvements, and an ordinance adding handicapped parking spaces and a stop intersection. Resolutions include refunds for canceled recreation programs, payments to Axon Enterprise for the police department, and contracts for street improvements on Clover Street and Frances Terrace.

• Special Ordinance 2024-10: $915,000 bond for real property acquisition for pedestrian plaza/pocket park
• Special Ordinance 2024-09: $99,000 capital ordinance for various public improvements
• General Ordinance 2024-26: amends salary schedule for town officers and employees
• Resolution authorizing payment to Axon Enterprise for Westfield Police Department
• Resolution authorizing contract for 2024 improvements to Clover Street & Frances Terrace

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will meet on December 2, 2024, primarily to review a proposed architectural design for renovations at six public schools as part of a capital project. The board will also consider an extension request for a prior subdivision approval and approve a resolution from November. One pending application for a minor subdivision with variances at 2003 Grandview Avenue is scheduled for the January 6, 2025 meeting.

• Resolution PB 24-005: American Legion, 1003 North Avenue West (Block 3603, Lot 3.01)
• Extension request PB 24-007 for PB 19-05: 203-215 Ross Place (Block 3007, Lot 3)
• Board of Education capital project review: design additions/renovations for Westfield High, Washington, Franklin, Tamaques, McKinley, and Jefferson Elementary schools
• Pending application PB 24-006 (Domonico Lettini): Minor subdivision with variances at 2003 Grandview Avenue

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health will hold a regular meeting on December 2, 2024. The board will discuss a 2025 budget update and an update on 1958 Cuban Cuisine. They will also hear a presentation from the Green Team, consider a resolution for the secretary stipend, and review monthly reports from various departments. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• 2025 Budget Update discussion
• 1958 Cuban Cuisine Update
• BOH Resolution 10-2024 on secretary stipend
• Green Team presentation
• Infectious Disease Update

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is meeting for its regular monthly business. The agenda includes approval of November minutes, reports from the chairperson, town council and board of education liaisons, the director, and committees (pool, parks, fields, policy, programs). There is a public portion for comments. No specific proposals, contracts, or dollar amounts are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from November 2024
• Chairperson report
• Public portion for resident comments
• Committee reports on pool, parks, fields, policy, and programs
• Next meeting set for January 6, 2025

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The DWC Board of Directors will meet to approve the October 2024 budget and meeting minutes. The board will receive reports on ongoing projects, new business expansions, and ribbon cuttings.

• Approval of October 2024 DWC Budget
• Approval of October 2024 DWC Board Meeting minutes
• Updates on new businesses, expansions, and ribbon cuttings

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review demolition permit applications for five properties, including two garages, and discuss commissioner term renewals and the proposed 2025 meeting schedule. Old business includes updates on the W. Dudley walking tour and National Register listing. The public may speak during the open meeting portion.

• 768 Carleton Road demolition review
• 614 Dorian Road demolition review
• 709 Garfield Avenue garage demolition review
• 530 Summit Avenue garage demolition review
• 137 Stanmore garage demolition review

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will consider adopting resolutions from the October 16 meeting for four prior appeals, continue one appeal to December, and hear five new appeals seeking variances for residential alterations and a new home. Each new appeal involves deviations from setback, coverage, or yard requirements.

• 441 Mountain Avenue: enclose side porch and add second story with reduced side setback (8' vs 10' required)
• 736 Fairacres Avenue: construct covered front porch exceeding side yard, front yard, building coverage, and improvement coverage limits
• 414 Codding Road: second-floor front addition exceeding side-yard setback, building coverage, and mass limits
• 32 Mohawk Trail: raised patio and pergola exceeding building coverage and placing structure in side yard
• 694 Rahway Avenue: new 3,448 SF dwelling on vacant lot with multiple variances including front yard depth, building orientation, deck location, and driveway width

Town Council Notifications

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting an amendment to the Lord & Taylor/Train Station Redevelopment Plan, aiming to reduce the project's scale and traffic. The agenda also includes routine resolutions for financial warrants, budget transfers, and road improvement change orders, as well as a second ordinance to amend Chapter 13 of the town code.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-24 adopting an amendment to the Lord & Taylor/Train Station Redevelopment Plan
• Ordinance 2024-25 to amend Chapter 13 of the Town Code
• Resolution authorizing Change Order No. 1 and final payment for 2023 Summit Avenue & Elmer Street
• Resolution authorizing Change Order No. 1 and final payment for 2024 Various Road Improvements
• Resolution to submit award extension request for Clover Street & Frances Terraces improvements to NJDOT

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will consider a referral of Ordinance G.O. No. 2024-24 amending the Lord & Taylor / Train Station Redevelopment Plan, and hear a new preliminary/final major site plan application (PB 24-005) from the American Legion to create 22 veteran housing units at 1003 North Avenue West. The board will also review pending applications, including a minor subdivision at 2003 Grandview Avenue.

• Referral of Ordinance G.O. No. 2024-24 amending the Lord & Taylor / Train Station Redevelopment Plan
• PB 24-005 – American Legion: preliminary/final major site plan for 22 veteran housing units at 1003 North Avenue West, with common space, conference room, ballroom, canteen, kitchen
• PB 24-006 – Domonico Lettini: minor subdivision with variances at 2003 Grandview Avenue, currently in completeness review
• Approval of minutes from September 4, 2024
• No resolutions scheduled for approval

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission will consider contract awards for Tamaques Park design and a $410,000 pool filtration project. The agenda also includes standard reports and public comment. No votes on new business are listed.

• Project contract award for Tamaques Park design to Dresdner & Robin
• Pool filtration contract award of $410,000 to Mainline
• Approval of minutes from October 2024 meeting
• Director's report and committee updates on pool, parks, fields, policy, programs

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health will hold a regular meeting on November 4, 2024. The board will conduct a hearing regarding 1958 Cuban Cuisine and consider consent agenda reports, financial reports, and new business items including the ID Me Program, a resolution for a Grant Manager stipend, and lead program updates. Discussions are also scheduled on a massage ordinance and gas leaf blowers.

• Board Hearing: 1958 Cuban Cuisine
• BOH Resolution 9-2024: Grant Manager stipend
• Lead Program Updates
• Discussion on Massage Ordinance
• Discussion on Gas Leaf Blowers

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold a conference meeting and a regular meeting on October 22, 2024. They will vote on an ordinance amending the Lord & Taylor/Train Station Redevelopment Plan and consider multiple contracts including a $94,500 design plan for Tamaques Park and a $410,000 pool filtration system replacement at Memorial Park. The council will also authorize refunds of recreation and police fees, approve a grant application for a pool shade structure, and take action on budget items such as the National Opioid Settlement revenue insertion.

• Ordinance adopting an amendment to the Lord & Taylor/Train Station Redevelopment Plan
• Award of contract to Dresdner Robin for Tamaques Park design plan not to exceed $94,500
• Award of contract to Main Line Commercial Pools for Memorial Pool filtration system replacement at $410,000
• Authorization to submit a grant application for Memorial Pool Shade Structure
• Resolution to award contract for parking management technology

Board of Adjustment

The board will hold a public hearing on multiple variance requests for residential construction that exceed zoning coverage and setback limits. New appeals include a deck at 38 Sandy Hill Road, a one-story addition at 325 Kimball Avenue, a two-story addition at 732 St. Marks Avenue, and garage/driveway expansion at 525 Summit Avenue. The board will also adopt resolutions from previous meetings and continue a case to December.

• ZBA 24-021 – Jeff Ceterko, 38 Sandy Hill Road: seeks variance for deck exceeding maximum building coverage (proposed 27.42% vs. allowed 22%)
• ZBA 24-019 – Robert & Nina Cedrone, 325 Kimball Avenue: seeks variance for one-story addition exceeding building coverage (proposed 21.72% vs. allowed 20%)
• ZBA 24-023 – Matt Kavalakides, 732 St. Marks Avenue: seeks variance for two-story addition exceeding rear yard setback (proposed 27 ft. vs. required 35 ft.)
• ZBA 24-024 – Michael Blancato, 525 Summit Avenue: seeks multiple variances for garage addition and driveway expansion (coverage, setback, height, driveway width)
• Adoption of resolutions for prior cases: ZBA 24-013 (425 Kimball Avenue), ZBA 24-017 (152 Ayliffe Avenue), ZBA 24-018 (121 Wyoming Street), ZBA 23-17 (1100 Boulevard)

Downtown Westfield Corporation

This is a regular monthly meeting of the Downtown Westfield Corporation Board of Directors. The board will vote to approve the September 2024 meeting minutes and budget. Reports from the executive director and committees will cover ongoing downtown projects, new businesses, and ribbon cuttings. Public comments will be heard.

• Approval of September 2024 board meeting minutes
• Approval of September 2024 DWC budget
• Executive director's update on ongoing downtown projects
• Report on new businesses, expansions, and ribbon cuttings
• Committee reports: Organization, Design, Promotions, Economic Vitality

Town Council Notifications

The Town Council is set to vote on several resolutions at its October 8 regular meeting. Key items include authorizing an interlocal agreement with Scotch Plains for leaf collection service, supporting a Union County grant application for safety improvements at North Avenue and Tuttle Parkway, and approving routine financial warrants and refunds. The council will also pay bills totaling $418,072.61.

• Resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement for leaf collection service with the Township of Scotch Plains
• Resolution supporting a Union County grant application for safety improvements at North Avenue and Tuttle Parkway
• Bills and claims in the amount of $418,072.61
• Resolution authorizing refunds for various recreation programs (e.g., chess, pickleball, track & field)
• Resolution to replenish the town's bulk mail permit up to $6,000

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission will discuss plans for Addamsfest on October 20, consider hiring a design firm for Tamaques Park, and hear an Eagle Scout proposal for Brightwood Park trail markings. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, committee reports, and public comment.

• Addamsfest: Family Fun Day on October 20, 2024, 10:00am–3:00pm
• Discussion of design firm for Tamaques Park
• Eagle Scout project presentation: Brightwood Park Trail Markings by Michael Connely
• Approval of minutes from September 2024
• Director’s report and committee reports (Pool, Parks, Fields, Policy, Programs)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider demolition reviews for garages at 418 Prospect Ave., 1501 Rahway Ave., and 177 Harrison Ave. They will also conduct informal reviews for 522 Boulevard (revised) and 560 Tremont Ave. (barn), and discuss a BOA referral for an addition at 325 Kimball Ave. Old business includes updates on historic plaques, a walking tour, a downtown National Register listing, and the Maize Cocina train station project.

• Demolition review for garage at 418 Prospect Ave.
• Demolition review for garage at 1501 Rahway Ave.
• Demolition review for garage at 177 Harrison Ave.
• Informal review of revised proposal at 522 Boulevard (continuation from August)
• Informal review of barn at 560 Tremont Ave.

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will consider appointing James Hely to fill the Ward 4 council vacancy left by Dawn Mackey's resignation. Two public hearings are scheduled: one to amend Chapter 13 (altering through streets and stop intersections) and another to expand open container areas to include the Northside Train Station Plaza at 301 North Avenue. Several resolutions are on the agenda, including contracts for an XRF machine for the lead prevention program, affordable housing planning services, and the 2024 leaf collection program, as well as approval of bills and claims totaling $802,274.33.

• Appointment of James Hely to fill Ward 4 council vacancy (term ending Dec 31, 2025)
• Public hearing on ordinance amending Grove Street through-zone and adding stop sign at Boulevard & Grove Street
• Public hearing on ordinance expanding open container area to Northside Train Station Plaza (301 North Avenue)
• Resolution to award contract for XRF machine to assist lead prevention program (amount not specified)
• Resolution to award contract for Affordable Housing Planning Services (amount not specified)

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting, primarily receiving reports from committees, the executive director, the mayor's designee, and liaisons. No specific votes or action items are listed; the agenda consists of standard procedural updates and public comments.

• Approval of August 2024 DWC Board meeting minutes
• Updates to ongoing projects and new businesses/expansions/ribbon cuttings
• Reports from Organization, Design, Promotions, and Economic Vitality committees
• Mayor's report and liaison reports from Councilwoman Linda Habgood, DPW Director Craig Gibson, and Chamber of Commerce Director Lew Kimble

Town Council Notifications

The Town Council is meeting to discuss several bond ordinances for infrastructure and equipment, including fire engines and pool filtration. The body is also reviewing ordinances regarding alcohol consumption in certain areas, food truck regulations, and the purchase of 200 South Avenue West.

• Special Ordinance 2024-04: $1,295,000 for a new fire engine and reconditioning of another
• Special Ordinance 2024-05: $600,000 for Memorial Pool filtration system replacement
• Special Ordinance 2024-06: $350,000 for Municipal Building HVAC replacement
• Special Ordinance 2024-07: Purchase of 200 South Avenue West (Block 3101, Lot 8)
• General Ordinance 2024-23: Authorization of alcohol consumption in certain areas

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will adopt resolutions for five prior variance cases, hear three new appeals involving setback and coverage variances at residential properties, and continue a previously filed application from Grace Church for a parking lot with multiple variances.

• Adoption of resolutions for ZBA 24-035, 24-010, 24-012, 24-013, 24-015 from prior meetings
• New appeal: 152 Ayliffe Ave – sunroom with side yard setback variances
• New appeal: 101 Golf Edge Dr – swimming pool and fire pit exceeding coverage limits
• New appeal: 121 Wyoming St – garage expansion and addition exceeding building coverage
• Continued appeal: Grace Church – parking lot at 1100 Boulevard with multiple variances

The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional-use, site plan, and variance application for Grace Church to construct a parking lot at 1100 Boulevard, reducing the number of spaces from 24 to 18 and requiring conditions such as tree replacement and lighting limits. The board also approved several resolutions for prior applications and continued two other variance requests to future meetings.

• Approved Grace Church parking lot application with conditions, reduced to 18 spaces (7-0)
• Approved resolution for ZBA 23-035 (William Hettler, 896 Highland Avenue) (6-0)
• Approved resolution for ZBA 24-010 (Felicia Romano & Edward Heppt, 654 Hillcrest Avenue) (6-0)
• Approved resolution for ZBA 24-012 (Desmond & Janice Greene, 534 Clark Street) (6-0)
• Approved resolution for ZBA 24-013 (Christopher & Haley Gismondi, 425 Kimball Avenue) (6-0)
• Approved resolution for ZBA 24-015 (Justin Drazin, 849 Bradford Avenue) (6-0)
• Approved sunroom variance for ZBA 24-017 (Bruce & Marybeth Niedle, 152 Ayliffe Avenue) with conditions (7-0)
• Continued ZBA 24-016 (Juan Carlos Dominguez, 101 Golf Edge) to October 16, 2024, for amended plans

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to review departmental reports and financial bills from July and August. The body will discuss septic fees and provide updates on infectious diseases and the Union County Community Health Assessment.

• Discussion of septic fees
• Tobacco Age of Sale Enforcement Program Recognition
• Union County Community Health Assessment
• Review of Health Department, Animal Control, Nursing, and Health Education reports
• Review of July-August financial reports and bills

The Westfield Board of Health approved the July and August financial reports and bills, totaling $14,274.43 for July and $12,679.52 for August, by unanimous roll-call vote. The board also approved the minutes from the August 5, 2024 meeting and accepted the administration, consumer health, animal control, health education, and nursing reports as presented. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included informational updates only.

• Approved July bills totaling $14,274.43 (unanimous)
• Approved August bills totaling $12,679.52 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 5, 2024 meeting
• Accepted administration, consumer health, animal control, health education, and nursing reports as filed

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission will meet to discuss committee reports and old business, including the Tour de Westfield and Addams Fest. The body will also hear a presentation regarding trail markings at Brightwood Park.

• Eagle Scout Project Presentation: Brightwood Park Trail Markings
• Tour de Westfield Recap
• Kid’s Recreation Trust Grant
• Addams Fest: Family Fun Day on Quimby
• FOBP: Photo Donation

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will consider a referral of Ordinance GO No. 2024-21, which would amend the definition of habitable floor area in the land use ordinance. The board also has two pending applications in completeness review: a minor subdivision at 2003 Grandview Avenue and a major site plan for the American Legion building at 1003 North Avenue West, proposing 11 residential units and a ballroom.

• Referral of Ordinance GO No. 2024-21 to amend the definition of floor area, habitable
• PB 24-006: Minor subdivision with variances at 2003 Grandview Avenue
• PB 24-005: Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan for American Legion at 1003 North Avenue West (11 residential units, ballroom)
• Approval of minutes from August 5, 2024

The Westfield Planning Board reviewed General Ordinance No. 2024-21, which amends the definition of habitable floor area in the Land Use Ordinance. The board voted unanimously to find the ordinance consistent with the Master Plan. The ordinance clarifies the definition and makes floor area calculations equitable for single-family homes in one- and two-family zones. No other applications were heard.

• Approved minutes of August 5, 2024 (4-0)
• Found General Ordinance No. 2024-21 consistent with Master Plan (8-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider demolition applications for garages at 406 Clark, 418 Lenox, and 732 Mountain, plus an informal review at 522 Boulevard. They will also approve minutes from July 29 and discuss updates on W. Dudley plaques, a "Suburban Modern" program, a Rutgers online course, and a "Build Westfield" Lego event. The meeting includes an open public comment period.

• Demolition review for garage at 406 Clark
• Demolition review for garage at 418 Lenox
• Demolition review for garage at 732 Mountain
• Informal review for property at 522 Boulevard
• Update on W. Dudley plaques and planning for Lego event in February 2025

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation Board of Directors holds a routine business meeting with committee and liaison reports, including updates on ongoing projects, new businesses, and ribbon cuttings. No specific votes or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Executive Director's report on ongoing projects and new businesses/expansions/ribbon cuttings
• Reports from Organization, Design, Promotions, and Economic Vitality Committees
• Mayor's report and liaison reports from Councilwoman, DPW Director, and Chamber of Commerce

Town Council Notifications

The Town Council is reviewing several bond ordinances for fire engine and facility upgrades, as well as the purchase of 200 South Avenue West. The meeting includes votes on bills totaling $1,090,800.47 and updates to town codes regarding filming, food trucks, and unsolicited materials.

• Bond ordinance of $1,295,000 for a new fire engine and reconditioning of an existing one
• Bond ordinance of $600,000 for Memorial Pool filtration system replacement
• Bond ordinance of $350,000 for Municipal Building HVAC replacement
• Proposed purchase of 200 South Avenue West (Block 3101, Lot 8)
• Bills and claims in the amount of $1,090,800.47

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider new appeals for home additions and porches at four different properties. The board will also adopt resolutions for seven previous cases and note a continued appeal for Grace Church.

• ZBA 24-013: Proposed one-story rear addition at 425 Kimball Avenue
• ZBA 24-010: Proposed two-story addition and attached garage at 654 Hillcrest Avenue
• ZBA 24-012: Proposed two-story addition at 534 Clark Street
• ZBA 24-015: Proposed one-story addition and covered front porch at 849 Bradford Avenue
• Adoption of resolutions for seven cases including 896 Highland Avenue and 1345 Overhill Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed Master Plan amendment to incorporate an Environmental Resource Inventory as an appendix to the Unified Land Use and Circulation Element. The board will also review a pending minor subdivision application with variances at 2003 Grandview Avenue. No resolutions or new appeals are scheduled.

• Public hearing on Master Plan amendment to add Environmental Resource Inventory as an appendix
• Pending application PB 24-006: minor subdivision with variances at 2003 Grandview Avenue (in completeness review)
• Approval of minutes from June 3 and July 8, 2024 meetings
• No resolutions or new appeals for consideration

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to review departmental reports and financials, and discuss new business items including a Tobacco Age of Sale Enforcement Program, a Public Health Marketing Campaign, and a Provider Visit Program. Other discussions include an infectious disease update, the Union County Community Health Assessment, and a discussion-only item on septic fees.

• Tobacco Age of Sale Enforcement Program
• Public Health Marketing Campaign
• Provider Visit Program
• Infectious Disease Update
• Septic Fees—discussion only

Historic Preservation Commission

The Westfield Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 29, 2024. They will review demolition applications for several properties and consider a minor Certificate of Appropriateness for the Reeve House. The commission will also discuss the Environmental Resources Inventory and updates on the National Register application for downtown.

• Certificate of Appropriateness (minor) for Reeve House: roof replacement and chimney repair
• Demolition review: 928 North Ave. West (informal)
• Demolition review: 834-836 South Ave. West
• Demolition review: 842 South Ave. West, 345 Springfield Ave., 409 Grove Street, and 226 S. Scotch Plains Ave.
• Environmental Resources Inventory discussion

Downtown Westfield Corporation

This meeting of the Downtown Westfield Corporation Board is primarily procedural, including roll call, approval of previous minutes, and committee reports. The Executive Director will provide updates on ongoing projects and new businesses. No votes on specific ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are scheduled.

• Approval of June 2024 DWC Board Meeting minutes
• Executive Director’s report on ongoing projects and new businesses/expansions/ribbon cuttings
• Reports from Design, Promotions, and Economic Vitality Committees
• Mayor’s report and liaisons from Council, DPW, and Chamber of Commerce
• Public comments period

Board of Adjustment

The board will consider four new applications seeking variances for residential additions, including setback, coverage, and floor-area-ratio deviations. Two continued appeals are also on the agenda: Grace Church and a revised case on Clarence Street. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and resolutions.

• Helen Zeng and Peter Lam, 318 Belmar Place: proposed first- and second-floor addition with multiple zoning-code variances
• Jonathan Ackerman, 1060 Wyandotte Trail: proposed pool, patio, and covered structure with side-yard and coverage variances
• Jonathan Samarco, 124 Linden Avenue: proposed first- and second-floor addition with front-yard setback and FAR variances
• Robert and Carolynn Castellano, 121 Cottage Place: proposed second-story addition with side-yard, coverage, and eave-height variances
• ZBA 23-053 (continued from May): Bhanumati Veragur and Lakshmanan Natarajan, 748 Clarence Street, revised FAR and coverage variances

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is reviewing several financial resolutions, including contract awards for park maintenance and crossing guard services. The agenda also includes an ordinance to amend through streets and install new stop signs. Additionally, the council will consider a grant application for the Recreation Department.

• $159,000 contract award for Tamaques Park Tennis Court resurfacing
• Crossing guard services contract extension not to exceed $610,300
• Ordinance to install stop signs at Summit/Clifton and Westfield/Park intersections
• $20,000 ROID grant application for the Recreation Department
• Appointment of an Emergency Management Coordinator

Planning Board

The board will vote on resolutions for properties at 345 Springfield Avenue and 28 Prospect Street. Members will also discuss amending the Master Plan to incorporate the Environmental Resource Inventory. A minor subdivision application for 2003 Grandview Avenue is currently under review.

• Resolution PB 24-002: 345 Springfield Avenue
• Resolution PB 24-003: 28 Prospect Street
• Discussion of Master Plan amendment regarding Environmental Resource Inventory
• Minor subdivision application review for 2003 Grandview Avenue

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission reviewed seasonal operations, park maintenance funding, and summer program updates for local residents. Commissioners approved approximately $12,000 for field resodding at Tamaques Park and are tracking a $100,000 state grant alongside a $600,000 capital budget allocation for Memorial playground upgrades. Other park improvements, including potential trail development at Tamaques and temporary car-free zones at Mindowaskin Park, remain in the proposal or coordination phases. These updates affect seasonal recreation access, facility safety, and community event scheduling throughout Westfield.

• Approved ~$12,000 for lip removal, resodding approximately 6,000 feet of field, and laser grading at Tamaques
• Tracking $100,000 Union County Infrastructure grant and $600,000 capital budget for Memorial playground upgrades
• Pool operations update: hiring lifeguards/staff, installing water bottle stations, and finalizing spray features design with vendor Water Odyssey
• Parks committee reviewing ~7 acres at Tamaques for potential walking trails and recreation facilities in proposal phase
• Summer program updates: inclusive playground camp has 13 registrants; McKinley location remains open while Franklin moves to another site

Board of Adjustment

This special meeting focused on reviewing ongoing land use appeals and continuances. Two items were moved to future hearing dates in July and September. The board also reviewed existing applications regarding residential construction setbacks and floor area ratios.

• Continuation of ZBA 23-053 (748 Clarence Street) to July 15, 2024
• Continuation of ZBA 23-017 (1100 Boulevard) to September 9, 2024
• Variance request for 896 Highland Avenue regarding a garage and deck
• Variance request for 1345 Overhill Street regarding a single-family dwelling

Town Council Notifications

The Town Council will consider an ordinance to prohibit the distribution of single-use food service items unless requested by a customer. The agenda also includes a grant application for Rahway Avenue improvements and various committee reports.

• Ordinance 2024-16: Prohibiting unrequested single-use food service items
• Grant application for the 2025 Rahway Avenue Improvements project
• Annual renewal of Alcoholic Beverage Liquor Licenses
• Authorization of Recreation Department refunds
• Bills and claims totaling $459,037.77

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will review siding choices for 667 Fourth Ave and demolition requests for 748 Clark St. and 558 Downer St. The agenda also includes a porch referral for 849 Bradford Ave. and an update on Matthias Sayre House renovations.

• Siding choice review for 667 Fourth Ave.
• Demolition reviews for 748 Clark St. and 558 Downer St.
• Porch referral for 849 Bradford Ave.
• Update on Matthias Sayre House renovations

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The meeting consists of routine reports and committee updates for the Downtown Westfield Corporation. The Board will review May 2024 minutes and hear updates on ongoing projects and new business expansions.

• Approval of May 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates to ongoing projects
• New businesses, expansions, and ribbon cuttings

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will review several ordinances, including amendments to the Land Use Ordinance and the designation of properties on West Dudley Avenue as historic landmarks. The agenda also includes a proposed ordinance regarding single-use plastic food service items and various committee resolutions.

• Ordinance to amend the Land Use Ordinance (No. 2024-11)
• Designation of 218, 248, and 266 West Dudley Avenue as historic landmarks
• Ordinance regarding single-use plastic food service items (No. 2024-16)
• Approval of bills and claims totaling $480,780.27
• Contract award for engineering services for the Westfield Memorial Pool filtration system

Board of Adjustment

The Board will consider several new applications for garage construction and home additions involving setback variances. The meeting also includes reviewing continued appeals regarding parking requirements and building coverage. Additionally, the board will adopt resolutions from previous meetings.

• New appeal for a two-car garage and addition at 606 Benson Place
• New appeal for a two-story rear addition at 1174 Lawrence Avenue
• Continued application for a parking lot at 1100 Boulevard
• Adoption of resolutions for 1044 Harding Street and 431 Colonial Avenue
• Extension request for 312 Washington Street

Planning Board

The board is considering a minor subdivision on Springfield Avenue and a residential conversion on Prospect Street. It will also review ordinances to designate three properties on West Dudley Avenue as historic landmarks.

• Minor subdivision at 345 Springfield Avenue
• Site plan for 28 Prospect Street to convert second-floor space into a two-bedroom unit
• Ordinance to amend the land use ordinance
• Historic landmark designation for 218 West Dudley Avenue
• Historic landmark designations for 248 and 266 West Dudley Avenue

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health is holding its regular June meeting, where it will consider two ordinances on second reading related to personnel positions and salary ranges, and amendments to the health code. The board will also vote on three resolutions setting non-union salaries and retroactive 2023 salaries for grant and CWA title changes. Several reports, including the Health Department and Animal Control, are on the consent agenda, while financial reports are tabled.

• BOH Ordinance 1-2024: Personnel positions and salary ranges (second reading)
• BOH Ordinance 2-2024: Amending Health Code sections 5-12 & 5-13 (second reading)
• Resolution 5-2024: Setting non-union salaries
• Resolution 6-2024: Setting retroactive 2023 salaries for Strengthening Grant
• Resolution 7-2024: Setting retroactive 2023 salaries for CWA title change

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold a conference meeting and a regular meeting on May 28, 2024. Key items include a public hearing on a $635,000 capital ordinance for various public improvements, a proposed tree preservation ordinance (2024-12), and several resolutions including contract awards for fencing and pool splash pad improvements. The council will also consider designating three properties on West Dudley Avenue as historic landmarks.

• Special Ordinance 2024-03: $635,000 for parking equipment, tennis court resurfacing, athletic field equipment, stream cleaning engineering, Tamaques Park planning, and fuel tank design
• General Ordinance 2024-12: Amends tree preservation code, creating a Tree Preservation Commission and permit requirements
• Resolutions to award contracts for fencing installations and Memorial Pool splash pad improvements
• Ordinances designating 218, 248, and 266 West Dudley Avenue as historic landmarks
• Bills and claims totaling $372,328.07

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will review historic designation nomination reports for properties at 218, 266, and 248. The agenda also includes a demolition review for a garage at 691 Dorian Road and an update on the 667 Fourth Avenue project. Additionally, members will discuss the National Register listing for Downtown.

• Historic designation nomination reports for properties at 218, 266, and 248
• Demolition review for a garage at 691 Dorian Road
• Update on National Register listing for Downtown
• Update on stain selections for the 667 Fourth Avenue project
• Ordinance Revisions subcommittee update

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation (DWC) Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of the April 2024 minutes, reports from the chair, treasurer, and executive director, and updates on ongoing projects and new businesses. Committee reports and liaison updates will also be presented, followed by public comments.

• Approval of April 2024 DWC Board Meeting minutes
• Executive Director's report on ongoing projects and new businesses/expansions/ribbon cuttings
• Reports from Organization, Design, Promotions, and Economic Vitality Committees
• Mayor's report and liaison reports from Councilwoman Linda Habgood, DPW Director Craig Gibson, and Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lew Kimble
• Public comments session

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding conference and regular meetings on May 14, 2024, to discuss and decide on multiple resolutions and ordinances. Key items include a $635,000 capital ordinance for public improvements, a lead-based paint inspection ordinance for rental units, and a resolution to authorize a down payment on the purchase of 1037 Central Avenue. The council will also consider various financial warrants, contract awards, and licenses.

• Special Ordinance 2024-03: $635,000 capital improvements
• General Ordinance 2024-10: Lead-based paint inspections for rentals (fees $425-$550)
• Resolution to authorize $71,000 down payment for 1037 Central Avenue property purchase
• Contract award for playground equipment at Memorial Park
• Purchase of DPW vehicles (pick-up trucks and dump trucks)

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing several new appeals regarding home additions, patio constructions, and new single-family dwellings. The meeting also includes the adoption of previous resolutions and a correction to a prior resolution for 758 Castleman Drive.

• Resolution correction for 758 Castleman Dr. involving building coverage and setbacks
• New appeal: Patio, outdoor kitchen, and fire pit at 1044 Harding Street
• New appeal: First and second floor addition at 748 Clarence Street
• New appeal: Front porch and second-floor addition at 431 Colonial Avenue
• Adjourned appeal: Single-family dwelling construction at 1345 Overhill Street

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board is holding its regular meeting on May 6, 2024. The main substantive item is a resolution to adopt the Historic Preservation Element of the Master Plan. The board will also approve minutes from February and March, and consider a resolution for Apple Montessori Schools at 425-445 South Ave East. No new appeals are on the agenda.

• Resolution adopting the Historic Preservation Element of the Master Plan
• Resolution PB 24-001 for Apple Montessori Schools, LLC at 425-445 South Ave East
• Approval of minutes from February 5 and March 4, 2024
• PB 24-002: Minor subdivision with variances at 345 Springfield Ave, scheduled for 6/3/2024
• PB 24-003: Minor site plan to convert 2nd floor space to a two-bedroom unit at 28 Prospect Street

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is deciding on several park and recreation items, including a proposed car-free zone at Mindowaskin Park, a Columbus Day event, and moving Shakespeare in the Park. They also heard a public request for more accessible playground equipment and received committee reports on pool preparations, park improvements, and field maintenance.

• Approved $12,000 for Tamaques 5 baseball field improvements (lip removal, resodding, laser grading)
• Received $100,000 Union County Infrastructure grant for Memorial playground; $600,000 in capital budget fronted
• Discussed creating temporary car-free zone at Mindowaskin Park, modeled after Central Park
• Pool committee reported new fence, water bottle filling station, and spray features design issues with vendor Water Odyssey
• Tamaques Park steering committee reviewing master plan for ~7 acres of available land

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold a conference meeting and a regular meeting on April 30, 2024. The main items are adopting the 2024 municipal budget of $56,767,594.53 and the Special Improvement District budget of $416,347.00, along with several finance resolutions authorizing refunds and payments. The council will also hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to change stop sign and through street designations at Clark Street and West Dudley Avenue, and another to add lead-based paint inspections to the fire prevention code.

• Adopt 2024 municipal budget totaling $56,767,594.53, with $31,300,587.14 raised by taxation for municipal purposes and $3,302,909.00 for the library levy
• Adopt Special Improvement District budget of $416,347.00
• Public hearing on General Ordinance 2024-08 to repeal through street designations and add stop signs at Clark Street and West Dudley Avenue
• Public hearing on General Ordinance 2024-09 to add a no-parking zone on Grove Street near Grandview Avenue
• Public hearing on General Ordinance 2024-10 to add lead-based paint inspections to the fire prevention code

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review demolition requests for a garage on Embree Crescent and a 2-family home on Summit Avenue. The meeting also includes siding selection updates for 667 Fourth Avenue and property resolutions for Elizabeth Avenue and Rahway Avenue.

• Demolition review for 726 Embree Crescent garage
• Demolition review for 523-525 Summit Ave. 2-family home
• Siding selection update for 667 Fourth Avenue project
• Resolutions for 231 Elizabeth Ave. and 1011 Rahway Ave.

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation (DWC) Board of Directors is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will approve March 2024 minutes, hear reports from the chair, treasurer, and executive director, and receive updates on ongoing projects, new businesses, and committee activities. The meeting includes public comments and is largely procedural, with no major decisions or votes listed on the agenda.

• Approval of March 2024 DWC Board Meeting minutes
• Executive Director's report on ongoing projects and new businesses/ribbon cuttings
• Reports from Organization, Design, Promotions, and Economic Vitality committees
• Mayor's report and liaison reports from Councilwoman Linda Habgood, DPW Director Craig Gibson, and Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lew Kimble
• Public comments period

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold a conference meeting and a regular meeting on April 9, 2024. The regular meeting includes a public hearing and final vote on a $4,484,000 bond ordinance for public improvements and equipment, and a first reading of an ordinance to change stop sign designations at Clark Street and West Dudley Avenue. The council will also consider several resolutions, including refunds for recreation fees, warrants for state fees, a tax cancellation, and the purchase of three hybrid vehicles for the Health Department.

• Bond ordinance to appropriate $4,484,000 for public improvements, equipment, and vehicles
• Ordinance to repeal through-street designations on Clark Street and East/West Dudley Avenue, adding stop signs at Clark Street and West Dudley Avenue
• Resolution to purchase three hybrid vehicles (Toyota Corolla and two RAV 4s) for $99,997.10 from Silbee Toyota LLC
• Resolution to cancel a tax balance of $3,477.47 on Block 4801 Lot 25 (1000 Central Avenue)
• Bills and claims totaling $2,950,906.77

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss routine business and several specific items, including the Tamaques Park Improvement Committee, a CDBG Facilities Grant, Sister Pat's Pickleball Tournament, a WBL T5 Presentation, and an Eagle Scout Project Request. The agenda is largely procedural, with reports from the chairperson, liaisons, and director, plus committee updates on pools, parks, fields, policy, and programs.

• Tamaques Park Improvement Committee update
• CDBG Facilities Grant discussion
• Sister Pat's Pickleball Tournament
• WBL T5 Presentation
• Eagle Scout Project Request

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to adopt resolutions for three prior cases, continue two appeals, and hear three new variance requests. New appeals involve a Canterbury Road garage/portico expansion, a Tice Place deck with pergola, and a Sunnywood Drive front-yard fence, each seeking relief from land-use ordinance limits.

• Adoption of resolutions for ZBA 23-052 (139 Park St), ZBA 23-054 (320 Woodland Ave), ZBA 22-036 (61 Michael Dr)
• Continued appeals: ZBA 23-044 (Scion Realty, 1345 Overhill St) to May 13; ZBA 23-017 (Grace Church, 1100 Boulevard) and ZBA 23-035 (William Hettler, 896 Highland Ave) to June 10
• ZBA 23-055: Marco Auteri, 261 Canterbury Rd — portico expansion, new detached garage with outdoor kitchen; seeks variances for front setback, FAR, building coverage
• ZBA 23-057: Jennifer DeStefano, 1140 Tice Pl — deck with pergola; seeks variances for rear yard setback and building coverage
• ZBA 23-047: Timothy and Randi Weniger, 1 Sunnywood Dr — 6-ft front-yard fence; seeks variance from 4-ft height limit

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the Historic Preservation Element of the Master Plan and review a major site plan application for a daycare center at 425-445 South Ave East. The meeting includes approval of minutes from January 3, 2024, and no resolutions or pending applications are listed.

• Public hearing on Historic Preservation Element of the Master Plan
• PB 24-001: Apple Montessori Schools, LLC, major site plan for 12,000 SF daycare at 425-445 South Ave East (Block 3307, Lots 1 & 2)
• Proposed daycare includes outdoor courtyard with splash pool, circular driveway for drop-off/pick-up, fencing, gating, lighting, and landscaping
• Approval of minutes from January 3, 2024 (Re-Org & Regular Meeting)

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is meeting to introduce and approve the 2024 municipal budget, along with a $4.48 million bond ordinance for public improvements and equipment. They will also consider several resolutions, including a contract award for a Downtown Strategic Plan and a pool concessionaire extension. The agenda includes routine items like fee refunds and a cap bank ordinance.

• Resolution to introduce and approve the 2024 Municipal Budget
• Bond ordinance to appropriate $4,484,000 for public improvements and equipment
• Resolution to award contract to StreetSense for Downtown Strategic Plan (up to $80,000)
• Resolution to extend Westfield Memorial Pool concessionaire contract with Lizzard Inc. DBA Suspenders ($16,126.88)
• General ordinance to establish a cap bank for 2024 (3.5% budget increase)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Westfield Historic Preservation Commission will review five demolition requests for properties across the city. Members will also discuss a revised draft update to the historic preservation plan element and receive status reports on CLG ordinance revisions and homeowner committee activities.

• Demolition review requests for 311 Prospect Street, 529 Elm Street, 1 Mountain View Terrace, 1011 Rahway Ave., and 231 Elizabeth Ave.
• Review of the revised draft H2M update to the Historic Preservation Plan Element
• Update on siding selection for the 667 Fourth Avenue project
• Progress report on ordinance revisions for CLG status

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board is holding its monthly meeting, primarily to hear reports from its chair, treasurer, and executive director on ongoing projects and new businesses. Committee chairs will provide updates, and the mayor's designee and liaisons will report. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of February 2024 board meeting minutes
• Executive Director's report on ongoing projects and new businesses
• Reports from Organization, Design, Promotions, and Economic Vitality committees
• Mayor's report from designee Liz Jeffery
• Public comments period

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a bond ordinance to acquire property at 1037 Central Avenue for future fire department expansion, along with two land use ordinance amendments regarding sign regulations. The meeting also includes routine financial resolutions, a Flock Safety ALPR maintenance agreement, and a Girl Scout proclamation.

• Bond ordinance for $725,000 to acquire 1037 Central Avenue for fire department expansion
• General Ordinance 2024-05 to clarify awning sign dimensions
• General Ordinance 2024-06 to amend projecting sign regulations
• Resolution for Flock Safety ALPR maintenance agreement
• Bills and claims totaling $653,261.96

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider new appeals for zoning variances, adopt resolutions from a prior meeting, and continue one appeal. The new appeals involve requests to build or renovate homes that do not conform to setback, height, coverage, or other land-use rules. The board will also vote on minutes and annual reports.

• Scion Realty seeks variances for a 3.5-story home at 1345 Overhill Street, including reduced front and rear setbacks and increased floor area ratio.
• William Hettler III requests variances for a detached garage, deck, and firepit at 896 Highland Avenue, including reduced side and rear setbacks.
• Lisa & Peter Miller seek variances for a two-story addition at 139 Park Street, including increased building height and coverage.
• Mario Munoz, James & Rita Bausch, Susan & Peter Lombardo, Marnix Godschalk, and Ralph Rapuano have resolutions for adoption from the February 12, 2024 meeting.
• Grace Church's appeal at 1100 Boulevard is continued to April 8, 2024.

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, consider two proposed ordinances about sign dimensions, and review a pending major site plan application for a daycare center at WF Crossing. No new appeals or resolutions are on the agenda. The site plan is still in completeness review and will be discussed at the next meeting on April 1, 2024.

• Ordinance GO No. 2024-05: amend land use ordinance to clarify permitted awning sign dimensions
• Ordinance GO No. 2024-06: amend land use ordinance related to projecting signs
• PB 24-001: Apple Montessori Schools, LLC — major site plan for daycare center at 425-445 South Avenue East (WF Crossing), including courtyard modifications and circular driveway changes
• Approval of minutes from December 4, 2023

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting with standard procedural items like minutes approval and reports. Under new business, they will discuss an Eagle Scout project and personnel matters.

• Eagle Scout Project discussion
• Personnel discussion
• Approval of February 2024 minutes
• Committee reports on pool, parks, fields, policy, programs

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health is holding its regular meeting, including a board hearing for La Bendita, approval of minutes, and consent agenda reports. New business includes discussion of the Neptune's Fix/Tianeptine recall, a possible change to all Board of Health meetings, and an allergy ordinance. Other business covers a VFC audit and updates on measles, COVID vaccination, and isolation guidance.

• Board Hearing: La Bendita
• Neptune's Fix/Tianeptine Recall discussion
• Allergy Ordinance Discussion
• VFC Audit
• Infectious Disease Update: Measles, COVID vaccination and isolation guidance changes

Town Council Notifications

The Town Council is considering a bond ordinance to fund the purchase of real estate at 1037 Central Avenue for future fire department expansion. The meeting also includes discussions on land use ordinances regarding sign dimensions and projecting signs.

• Special Ordinance 2024-01: $725,000 bond for property acquisition at 1037 Central Avenue
• General Ordinance 2024-05: Amendment to land use ordinance regarding awning sign dimensions
• General Ordinance 2024-06: Amendment to land use ordinance regarding projecting signs
• Resolution to appoint Frank Vuoso as Construction Official
• Resolution to adopt a temporary capital budget

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission is reviewing the status of the 667 Fourth Avenue project and a draft update to the Historic Preservation Plan Element. The meeting also includes updates on ordinance revisions for a CLG application and the Historic Homeowner Committee.

• Project status and proposed modifications for 667 Fourth Avenue
• Review of H2M Draft Update to Historic Preservation Plan Element
• Update on ordinance revisions required for CLG application
• Historic Homeowner Committee update

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of prior minutes and standard reports from the chair, treasurer, executive director, and committees, with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of January 2024 board meeting minutes
• Executive Director's report on ongoing projects and new businesses/expansions/ribbon cuttings
• Reports from Design, Promotions, and Economic Vitality committees
• Liaison reports from Councilwoman Linda Habgood, DPW Director Craig Gibson, and Chamber of Commerce Lew Kimble
• Public comments period

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding a conference meeting and regular meeting on February 13, 2024, to discuss and vote on several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include setting 2024 sewer fees, adopting a Community Energy Plan, approving a redevelopment agreement with a veterans organization, and passing ordinances that set police and fire department salaries and amend the sewer fee code. The council will also consider a resolution urging state action on car thefts and various financial approvals.

• Resolution to approve 2024 sewer fees: $265 single-family, $758 commercial/industrial, $168 per multi-family unit
• General Ordinance 2024-04 fixing police salaries (e.g., Captain $160,204 in 2023 rising to $174,307 by 2026)
• Resolution demanding Governor Murphy and Legislature act on car thefts, citing a 60% increase in Westfield in 2023
• Resolution to adopt the Community Energy Plan
• Resolution approving a Redevelopment Agreement with Westfield NJ Veterans Organization for Block 2603 Lot 3.01

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to hear five new appeals for zoning variances, mostly for residential additions, pools, and a garage. The board will also adopt resolutions for two prior cases, continue two appeals to future dates, and consider an extension request. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approval of minutes.

• ZBA 22-054: 342 Brightwood Ave — attached garage with second floor, front porch; multiple setback/coverage variances
• ZBA 23-046: 703 Embree Crescent — one-story addition; side yard and coverage variances
• ZBA 23-049: 621 Norwood Drive — second-floor addition and front porch; side yard and coverage variances
• ZBA-23-050: 805 Ramapo Way — swimming pool in street side yard on pie-shaped lot
• ZBA-23-043: 912 Bailey Court — semi-inground pool and spa; multiple coverage variances

Planning Board

The Westfield Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with routine items including approval of minutes and swearing in of reappointed members. The main business is a courtesy review of a Cingular Wireless application at 1300 Lamberts Mill Road, carried from a previous meeting, and a presentation on the draft Historic Preservation Element of the Master Plan by H2M and Easton Architects. No new appeals or pending applications are listed.

• Courtesy review of Cingular Wireless at 1300 Lamberts Mill Road (Block 5303, Lot 1)
• Presentation of draft Historic Preservation Element of the Master Plan by H2M & Easton Architects
• Swearing in of reappointed members Mayor Shelley Brindle and Chief Michael Duelks
• Approval of minutes from October 16, 2023 and November 6, 2023

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes, reports from the chairperson, town council and Board of Education liaisons, and the director. Under new business, the commission will discuss the Tour de Westfield event and the Lifelong Westfield program.

• Discussion of Tour de Westfield
• Discussion of Lifelong Westfield

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding its conference and regular meetings on January 30, 2024. The main items are two ordinances that would set salary ranges for town employees and specific salaries for police and fire department staff, plus an ordinance to amend sewer user fees. The council will also vote on several resolutions authorizing refunds and payments, and will hold public hearings on the ordinances.

• General Ordinance 2024-02: Sets 2024 salary ranges for town positions, including Town Administrator ($182,919-$216,927) and Police Chief ($165,821-$187,943).
• General Ordinance 2024-04: Sets police superior officer salaries for 2023-2026, e.g., Captain $160,204 (2023) to $174,307 (2026).
• General Ordinance 2024-03: Amends sewer user fees, capping single-family at $565/year, commercial/industrial at $1,610/year, multi-family at $355/unit.
• General Ordinance 2024-01: Establishes the position of Assistant Director of Public Works.
• Bills and claims totaling $549,937.98.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will conduct a reorganization meeting to elect officers and adopt the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes updates on demolition requests and the Historic Preservation Plan Element.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Appointment of Expedited Review Officer
• Adoption of 2024 meeting schedule
• HPO update regarding demolition requests
• Historic Preservation Plan Element update

Downtown Westfield Corporation

The Downtown Westfield Corporation board is holding its annual reorganization meeting. The 2023 board will approve final financials and adjourn, then the 2024 board will elect officers, adopt meeting dates, and add the new chair as a bank signatory. The executive director will report on projects, new businesses, and a recap of holiday events, followed by liaison reports and public comments.

• Approval of November and December 2023 financials
• Election of 2024 Chair and officers
• Adoption of DWC 2024 meeting dates
• Approval to add new Board Chair as signatory on bank accounts at Bank of America and Columbia Bank
• Recap of Holiday 2023 events and promotions

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council will hold a conference meeting and a regular meeting on January 16, 2024. They will consider appointing James H. Gildea as Town Administrator and Parag P. Patel as Municipal Judge, along with various financial resolutions, including refunds, budget transfers, and a pool membership rate change. Two ordinances are on the agenda: one establishing the position of Assistant Director of Public Works and another amending the salary schedule for numerous town positions.

• Appoint James H. Gildea as Town Administrator for a three-year term retroactive to January 1, 2024
• Appoint Parag P. Patel as Municipal Judge for a three-year term from February 1, 2024 to January 31, 2027
• Resolution to amend 2024 Westfield Memorial Pool non-resident senior membership rate to $155.00
• Resolution authorizing budget transfer of $363,600 across various departments
• General Ordinance 2024-02 amending salary schedule for town positions (e.g., Director of Public Works $113,746-$129,327)

Recreation Commission

The Westfield Recreation Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural (minutes, reports, roll call) but includes discussion items on a grant proposal for the Memorial Park playground, an additional vehicle for senior transportation, and planning for Tamaques Park.

• Westfield Foundation Bogaert Grant Proposal/Memorial Park Playground
• Senior Transportation – Additional Vehicle
• Special Needs Family Fun Day
• Jakes Law Green Acres Grant
• Tamaques Park Planning Committee

Board of Adjustment

The Westfield Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and adopt resolutions from prior hearings, and to consider several new variance applications for residential additions and a carried appeal for a church parking lot. The board will also hear a request for an additional adjournment for the Grace Church appeal.

• Adoption of resolutions for ZBA 23-039, 23-041, 23-042, 23-14, 23-25
• Grace Church (1100 Boulevard) seeks variances for a parking lot, including reduced lot area, frontage, and parking spaces
• Aretha Antoine & Michael Bryant (61 Michael Dr.) propose converting a 1-story home to 2½ stories, exceeding building coverage and FAR limits
• Kelly & Armand Grez (257 Edgewood Ave.) propose additions that would reduce front, street side, and side yard setbacks
• Erik Wnuck (109 Surrey Lane) proposes a first-floor addition exceeding building coverage and street side yard setback

Board of Adjustment

The Board is conducting a reorganization meeting to swear in members and elect officers. The agenda includes the appointment of a secretary and resolutions for board legal services.

• Swearing-in of Michael Cohen, Jessica Giorgianni, and David Veca
• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Appointment of Maria Rose Breien as Secretary
• Resolutions appointing Kathryn Razin, Esq. as Board of Adjustment Attorney
• Swearing-in of Assistant Zoning Officer Monae Whitehead

Board of Health

The Westfield Board of Health is holding its annual reorganization meeting, including appointments, officer elections, and committee assignments. The board will also vote on four resolutions authorizing agreements for STD services, TB services, pest control, and a medical director, and will receive reports from the health department and other divisions.

• Re-appointments: Tara Donnelly and Geralda Xavier (terms to 12/31/27), Alexandra Bachert as Alternate #1 (to 12/31/25), Michael Armento as Council Liaison (to 12/31/24)
• Election of Board President and Vice President for 2024
• Resolution #1-2024: agreement with City of Elizabeth for STD services
• Resolution #2-2024: agreement with Global TB Institute for TB services
• Resolution #3-2024: agreement with Pest-Gone for pest control services; Resolution #4-2024: agreement with Jamie Reedy, MD as Medical Director

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to approve resolutions from the December 4, 2023, meeting. No new appeals or pending applications are scheduled for discussion.

• Resolution PB 23-010: Rapuano & Rapuano, LLC, 474-500 North Avenue East
• Resolution PB 23-013: 718 East Broad Street, LLC, 718 East Broad Street
• Approval of September 6, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Board

This is the annual reorganization meeting of the Westfield Planning Board. The board will swear in new and reappointed members, elect officers, appoint the board attorney and various committees, and set the 2024 meeting schedule. No substantive land-use decisions are on the agenda.

• Swearing in of newly appointed and re-appointed members
• Election of officers and acceptance by chairman and vice-chairman
• Appointment of Alan Trembulak, Esq. as 2024 Planning Board Attorney for ordinary and extraordinary service
• Appointment of Site Plan Review Committee and liaison to Historic Preservation Commission and Tree Preservation Committee
• Swearing-in of town engineer and town planner for 2024

Town Council Notifications

The Westfield Town Council is holding its annual organization meeting on January 2, 2024, to swear in newly elected council members, appoint acting mayors, and approve numerous appointments to boards, committees, and professional positions. The agenda includes resolutions to appoint the Town Engineer, Municipal Prosecutor, Public Defender, and various other officials, as well as adopt the 2024 Cash Management Plan and temporary budgets. This is primarily a procedural meeting focused on setting up the town's governance for the year.

• Swearing in of 1st Ward Council Member Todd Saunders, 2nd Ward Michael Armento, 3rd Ward Michal D. Domogala, 4th Ward David W. Kiefer
• Appointment of Michael Bignell as Town Engineer (term ending Dec 31, 2026)
• Appointment of Howard Egenberg as Municipal Prosecutor (one-year term)
• Appointment of Robert S. Bohrod as Town Public Defender (one-year term)
• Adoption of 2024 Cash Management Plan and 2024 Temporary Budget