City Council
Regular MeetingNew Brunswick, NJ · June 7, 2023
Minutes
JUNE 7, 2023
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK HELD
ON JUNE 7, 2023 AT 5:00 P.M. IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
Please be advised that the notice requirements of the Open Public Meeting Act have been complied
with and satisfied in that the annual notice, which gave sufficient notice of the time and place, and
conduct of all public meetings of the Municipal Council of the City of New Brunswick, has been
filed with the City Clerk, has been placed on an appropriate bulletin board and posted in the back
vestibule of City Hall visible to the public through the windows in the lobby of City Hall, New
Brunswick, N.J. and has been transmitted to the official newspaper for the City of New Brunswick,
namely The Home News Tribune.
The City Council met with six (6) voting members of the City Council present.
Salute to the Flag.................................................................... Leslie R. Zeledón
Pause for a moment to honor those American, Iraqis, and Afghanis who have lost their lives in this
current conflict.
Staff in attendance:
Public Information Officer Bert Baron
Deputy Clerk Shalon T. Bennett
Assistant City Attorney Joseph Catanese
Police Detective Ryan DeGraw
Planning Director Daniel Dominguez
City Administrator Michael Drulis
Social Services Director Melanie Ford
Assistant City Administrator Brandon Goldberg
Deputy Chief of Administration Hasahya Hirya
Police Officer Jamal James
Finance Director Richard Mulrine
City Attorney TK Shamy
Fire Department Staff Cheryl Smith
Executive Director of City Market Pamela Stefanek
Director of Engineering and Public Works Thomas Valenti
Director of Water Department Alexei Walus
City Clerk Leslie R. Zeledón
On motion of Council Member Sicora Ludwig, seconded by Council Member Castaneda and
carried, the minutes of the previous Council Meetings held on April 19, 2023 were approved and
adopted as engrossed.
Meeting called to order by Council President Rebecca Escobar with Council Members Anderson,
Castaneda, Fleming, Gaskins and Sicora Ludwig present.
PUBLIC HEARING
1. CONTINUATION/TERMINATION OF CONDITIONS ON ABC LICENSE –
RHYTHM HOSPITALITY GROUP, LLC T/A SOCIAL ROOM BAR, LIQUOR
LICENSE #1214-33-079-008
Council President opened the public hearing. TK Shamy read the existing special conditions listed on
the proposed resolution.
Public Comment: None
On a motion of Council Member Sicora Ludwig, seconded by Council Member Gaskins, and carried,
the continuation of the special conditions on the license were adopted by Resolution R-062338.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Castaneda, Fleming, Gaskins, Sicora Ludwig, Escobar
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
2. CONTINUATION/TERMINATION OF CONDITIONS ON ABC LICENSE –
THE VINE OF NEW BRUNSWICK, LLC T/A THE VINE, LIQUOR LICENSE
#1214-33-028-006
Council President opened the public hearing. TK Shamy read the existing special conditions listed on
the proposed resolution.
Public Comment: None
On a motion of Council Member Sicora Ludwig, seconded by Council Member Gaskins, and carried,
the continuation of the special conditions on the license.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Castaneda, Fleming, Gaskins, Sicora Ludwig, Escobar
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
3. CONTINUATION/TERMINATION OF CONDITIONS ON ABC LICENSE –
LA FAMOSA, INC. T/A LA FAMOSA, LIQUOR LICENSE #1214-33-045-003
Council President opened the public hearing. TK Shamy read the existing special conditions listed on
the proposed resolution.
Public Comment: Ms. Moore inquired on the above liquor license. Mr. Shamy responded.
On a motion of Council Member Sicora Ludwig, seconded by Council Member Gaskins, and carried,
the continuation of the special conditions on the license were adopted by Resolution R-062337.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Castaneda, Fleming, Gaskins, Sicora Ludwig, Escobar
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
4. CONTINUATION/TERMINATION OF CONDITIONS ON ABC LICENSE –
D’GALA CAFÉ & RESTAURANT, INC. T/A D’GALA CAFE & RESTAURANT,
LIQUOR LICENSE #1214-33-007-003
Council President opened the public hearing. TK Shamy read the existing special conditions listed on
the proposed resolution.
Public Comment: None
On a motion of Council Member Sicora Ludwig, seconded by Council Member Gaskins, and carried,
the continuation of the special conditions on the license were adopted by Resolution R-062319.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Castaneda, Fleming, Gaskins, Sicora Ludwig, Escobar
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
RESOLUTION TO READ 2023 CITY MARKET
R-062300A TKS 1
BUDGET BY TITLE
PUBLIC HEARING
City Clerk Zeledón read Resolution R-062300A.
Council President Escobar opened the Public Hearing on the resolution to read 2023 City Market
Budget by title only.
Public Comment: None
On a motion of Council Member Sicora Ludwig, seconded by Council Member Gaskins, and
carried, R-062300A was adopted by the Municipal Council.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Castaneda, Fleming, Gaskins, Sicora Ludwig, Escobar
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
Council President Escobar opened the Public Hearing to adopt the 2023 City Market Budget.
Public Comment: Ms. Moore inquired on the cleaning of the downtown area. Ms. Stefanek responded.
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT 2023 CITY MARKET
R-062300B TKS 2
BUDGET
On a motion of Council Member Sicora Ludwig, seconded by Council Member Gaskins, and
carried, R-062300B was adopted by the Municipal Council.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Castaneda, Fleming, Gaskins, Sicora Ludwig, Escobar
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
O-052304 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE
REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE 16, LAND DEVELOPMENT
CODE, CHAPTER 16.24 – SITE PLAN REVIEW
Council President Escobar opened the Public Hearing on the above ordinance.
Public Comment: None.
On a motion of Council Member Sicora Ludwig, seconded by Council Member Fleming, and
carried, the above ordinance was adopted on Final Reading on June 7, 2023.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Castaneda, Fleming, Gaskins, Sicora Ludwig, Escobar
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
O-052305 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE
REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE 17, ZONING
• CHAPTER 17.05 – OFF-STREET PARKING AND
LOADING
• CHAPTER 17.06 – SIGNAGE REQUIREMENTS
• CHAPTER 17.08 – ENFORCEMENT AND
COMPLIANCE
Council President Escobar opened the Public Hearing on the above ordinance.
Public Comment: None.
On a motion of Council Member Sicora Ludwig, seconded by Council Member Fleming, and
carried, the above ordinance was adopted on Final Reading on June 7, 2023.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Castaneda, Fleming, Gaskins, Sicora Ludwig, Escobar
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
O-062301 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE
REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE 3, REVENUE AND FINANCE,
CHAPTER 3.24 – REVOLVING RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
FUND
On a motion of Council Member Sicora Ludwig, seconded by Council Member Gaskins, and
carried, the above ordinance was adopted on first reading and held over for Public Hearing on June
21, 2023 at 5:00P.M. in the Council Chambers in City Hall.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Castaneda, Fleming, Gaskins, Sicora Ludwig, Escobar
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
O-062302 AN ORDINANCE TO APPROVE A LONG-TERM TAX
EXEMPTION AND FINANCIAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK AND STIRLINGSIDE
URBAN RENEWAL, LLC
RE: 50 NEILSON STREET & 45 HASSART STREET
BLOCK 121, LOTS 1.01 AND 1.02
On a motion of Council Member Sicora Ludwig, seconded by Council Member Gaskins, and
carried, the above ordinance was adopted on first reading and held over for Public Hearing on June
21, 2023 at 5:00P.M. in the Council Chambers in City Hall.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Castaneda, Fleming, Gaskins, Sicora Ludwig, Escobar
Nay:
Abstain:
Motion carried.
COMMUNICATIONS
1. A letter from Dynamic Traffic regarding NJDOT Major Access Application, Proposed
Container Storage Facility – Block 597.05 – Lot 2 – 703 Jersey Avenue NJ Route 91 (MP
5.67) City of New Brunswick, Middlesex Co., NJ – DT #4470-22-02002.
2. A letter from Dynamic Traffic regarding Amar U.S. Holdings, Inc., Proposed Container
Storage Facility – Block 597.05, Lot 2 – 703 Jersey Avenue (NJSH Route 91) City of
New Brunswick Middlesex County, New Jersey – DEC #4470-22-01775.
3. A letter from Delaware and Raritan (D&R) regarding DRCC #:23-6003, dated May 30,
2023, Project Name: 219 Redmond Street—Apartment Building
4. A letter from Delaware and Raritan (D&R) regarding DRCC #:22-5659A, dated May 19,
2023, Project Name: 1200 Somerset Street – Car Wash Renovations
5. A letter from Langan regarding New Parking Garage and Central Utility Plant TWA.
6. A letter from State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection regarding
Suspected Hazardous Substance Discharge Notification NJDEP Case Number: 23-05-
17-1307-52.
7. A letter from State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection regarding
Suspected Hazardous Substance Discharge Notification NJDEP Case Number 23-05-
18-0926-21.
8. A letter from State of New Jersey Office of The Attorney General Department of Law
and Public Safety Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control regarding License NO: 1214-
33-063-016.
9. A letter from Fernando L. Marin of 79 May Street in New Brunswick requesting the
release of his project and remaining monies.
RESOLUTIONS
Public Comment: Mr. Kratovil inquired on R-062309, R-062314, R-062320, R-062321, R-062335
and R-062336. Mr. Mulrine, Mr. Hiyra, Mr. Valenti, Mr. Shamy and Council President Escobar
responded. Ms. Moore inquired on R-062304, R-062332 and R-062333. Mr. Valenti and Council
President Escobar responded. Ms. Stork inquired on R-062336. Mr. Shamy responded.
Resolutions R-062301 through R-062339 except R-062323, moved by Council Member Sicora
Ludwig, seconded by Council Member Gaskins and carried were adopted, on consent, by the
Municipal Council.
Roll Call:
Aye: Anderson, Castaneda, Fleming, Gaskins, Sicora Ludwig, Escobar
Nay:
Abstain: Castaneda (R-062324)
Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
Council President Escobar announced an air quality alert, mentioning Unity Square will be available
from 3-7pm for those who are unhoused. She thanked the Human and Community Services. CP
announced a flag raising to take place on June 16 at 3pm and on June 17th, a Juneteenth Event and
Parade will take place from 11am-4pm at Recreation Park. Mr. Kratovil of Suydam Street asked
follow up questions on recent inquiries, Director Caputo’s schedule, a crash and a stolen vehicle. CP
and Lt. Hoover responded. Mr. Kratovil also mentioned the air quality, gas plant and climate crisis.
Ms. Moore of Somerset Street thanked the Mayor for the shelter and suggested extended hours for
the homeless, stated her phone has a tracker and is being followed. Ms. Moore said may the lord
have your day, to CM Sicora Ludwig, for lying and saying she doesn’t have a tracker. CM Sicora
Ludwig requested the words to reflect the words and threats from Ms. Moore. Ms. Moore stated she
has witnesses and had used a taser to protect herself as self-defense. CM Sicora Ludwig asked Lt.
Hoover was the use of a taser legal, Lt. Hoover responded yes. Britney Richardson spoke about
working as a DPW employee and how they work in all conditions regardless of the air quality. Ms.
Richardson mention of the inability to maneuver the garbage truck with the downtown blocked off
and during school traffic. City Administrator Drulis spoke of working conditions during the bad air
quality is concerning, but it is suggested to work earlier, since later in the day, the air quality worsens.
April Mclous thanked for the shelter in place, spoke about the air quality and the rent control
ordinance. CP Escobar responded. Carlos Ramirez asked which weapons are considered legal since
the use of a taser was mentioned to be legal. City Attorney Shamy suggested for the requestor to
review the legal status from an attorney or the Attorney General office, since the laws are constantly
changing. Mr. Ramirez also mentioned the pride parade to take place on Joyce Kilmer and the
structure of the Council Chambers. Ms. Stork of Park Blvd. inquired on part-time positions, the
parks department and suggested to use pandemic money to compensate the employees who worked
during the pandemic. Ms. Stork also suggested to cite homeowners who are littering.
On a motion regularly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 6:24 P.M.
Leslie R. Zeledón Rebecca Escobar
City Clerk Council President
Agenda
THE FOLLOWING IS THE FINAL AGENDA FOR THE JUNE 7, 2023 COUNCIL MEETING.
CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA REVIEW SESSION, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7, 2023 @ 5:00 P.M.
COUNCIL MEETING, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7, 2023 IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING AGENDA
A. CALL TO ORDER, OPEN PUBLIC MEETING ACT STATEMENT, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: APRIL 19, 2023
C. REPORT OF CORRESPONDENCE BY CITY CLERK
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS: (OTHER THAN ORDINANCES)
1. CONTINUATION/TERMINATION OF CONDITIONS ON ABC LICENSE – RHYTHM HOSPITALITY
GROUP, LLC T/A SOCIAL ROOM BAR, LIQUOR LICENSE #1214-33-079-008
2. CONTINUATION/TERMINATION OF CONDITIONS ON ABC LICENSE – THE VINE OF NEW
BRUNSWICK, LLC T/A THE VINE, LIQUOR LICENSE #1214-33-028-006
3. CONTINUATION/TERMINATION OF CONDITIONS ON ABC LICENSE – LA FAMOSA, INC. T/A LA
FAMOSA, LIQUOR LICENSE #1214-33-045-003
4. CONTINUATION/TERMINATION OF CONDITIONS ON ABC LICENSE – D’GALA CAFÉ &
RESTAURANT, INC. T/A D’GALA CAFE & RESTAURANT, LIQUOR LICENSE #1214-33-007-003
NEW BRUNSWICK CITY MARKET 2023 BUDGET
RESOLUTION ASSIGNED ITEM
DESCRIPTION
NO. TO: NO.
R-062300A TKS 1 RESOLUTION TO READ 2023 CITY MARKET BUDGET BY TITLE
PUBLIC HEARING
R-062300B TKS 2 RESOLUTION TO ADOPT 2023 CITY MARKET BUDGET
E. ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING (REGULAR MATTERS):
ORDINANCE ASSIGNED ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO. TO: NO.
O-052304 TKS 1 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE REVISED
GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE
16, LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, CHAPTER 16.24 – SITE PLAN
REVIEW
Page 1 of 7
O-052305 TKS 2 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE REVISED GENERAL
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE 17, ZONING
• CHAPTER 17.05 – OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
• CHAPTER 17.06 – SIGNAGE REQUIREMENTS
• CHAPTER 17.08 – ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE
F. ORDINANCES FOR DISCUSSION: FIRST READING:
ORDINANCE ASSIGNED ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO. TO: NO.
O-062301 TKS 1 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE REVISED
GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK, TITLE
3, REVENUE AND FINANCE, CHAPTER 3.24 – REVOLVING
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE FUND
O-062302 TKS 2 AN ORDINANCE TO APPROVE A LONG-TERM TAX EXEMPTION AND
FINANCIAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK
AND STIRLINGSIDE URBAN RENEWAL, LLC
RE: 50 NEILSON STREET & 45 HASSART STREET
BLOCK 121, LOTS 1.01 AND 1.02
G. RESOLUTIONS:
RESOLUTION ASSIGNED ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO. TO: NO.
R-062301 TKS 1 APPROVE AGENDA AMENDMENTS
R-062302 FIN 2 APPROVE PAYROLL
05/13/23 – 05/26/23
R-062303 FIN 3 AUTHORIZE REFUND FOR REDEEMED TAX SALE CERTIFICATES
R-062304 TKS 4 APPROVE ABC LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWALS
2023 - 2024
R-062305 FIN 5 AUTHORIZE REFUND TO DSHC ENTERPRISES IN THE TOTAL
AMOUNT OF $2,083.43 AGAINST BLOCK 171, LOT 29, 152 SUYDAM
STREET FROM TAXES
R-062306 FIN 6 AUTHORIZE REFUND TO FIG 20, LLC IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF
$728.51 AGAINST BLOCK 204, LOT 27, 374 HALE STREET FROM
UTILITY ACCOUNT # 1669-0
R-062307 FIN 7 AUTHORIZE REFUND TO WOLF VESPASIANO, LLC ATTORNEY FOR
AZRA SHAHIDI IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $62,111.09 AGAINST
BLOCK 130, LOT 5, 71 LIVINGSTON AVENUE FROM TAXES DUE TO
TAX COURT JUDGEMENT
R-062308 FIN 8 AUTHORIZE TAX COLLECTOR TO TRANSFER CREDITS ON SEVERAL
TAX AND UTILITY ACCOUNTS
R-062309 FIN 9 AMEND CITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK 2023 MUNICIPAL BUDGET
INTRODUCTION: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7, 20223
PUBLIC HEARING: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 2023
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R-062310 JC 10 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: ADENNILL ASSOCIATES, LLC D/B/A ADENNILL
FOR: DEVELOPMENT OF A CYBERSECURITY PREPAREDNESS
PROGRAM FOR THE WATER UTILITY
SPECIFICATION NO.: 180-23RFP
NTE: $32,000.00
FAIR AND OPEN
R-062311 CG 11 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-042363
REASON: ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $6,723.41
WITH: SAL ELECTRIC CO., INC.
FOR: ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES FOR THE
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
SPECIFICATION NO.: 977-22P
NTE: $6,723.41
APPROVAL OF THIS CHANGE ORDER WILL CONSTITUTE AN
INCREASE OF TWENTY (20%) PERCENT OR MORE OF THE AMOUNT
OF THE ORIGINAL CONTRACT
R-062312 JC 12 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-112245
REASON: ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $284,817.59
WITH: MONTANA CONSTRUCTION CORP., INC.
FOR: EQUIPMENT AND LABOR FOR THE ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT
SPECIFICATION NO.: 860-20P
NTE: $284,817.59
APPROVAL OF THIS CHANGE ORDER WILL CONSTITUTE AN
INCREASE OF TWENTY (20%) PERCENT OR MORE OF THE ORIGINAL
CONTRACT
R-062313 CG 13 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-052268
REASON: ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $4,407.50
WITH: EUROFINS EATON ANALYTICAL, INC.
FOR: CONTAMINANTS ANALYSIS FOR THE WATER UTILITY
SPECIFICATION NO.: 997-22RFP
NTE: $4,407.50
R-062314 JC 14 AUTHORIZE AWARD OF ANNUAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
AGREEMENT
WITH: GOODTIMING, LLC D/B/A ESCHEDULE
FOR: EMS ESCHEDULE HOSTING AND SUPPORT FOR THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT
TERM: TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD COMMENCING MAY 28, 2023
AND ENDING MAY 27, 2024
NTE: $5,945.00
NUNC PRO TUNC
R-062315 CG 15 AUTHORIZE PURCHASE BY DIVISION OF RECYCLING UNDER OMNIA
PARTNERS CO-OP
WITH: REHRIG PACIFIC COMPANY
FOR: ROLL-OUT CARTS FOR THE DIVISION OF RECYCLING
NTE: $34,000.00
R-062316 JC 16 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACTS
FOR: BUS TRANSPORTATION FOR 2023 SUMMER FUN PROGRAMS
WITH: FIRST STUDENT, INC. FOR SECTION I
NTE: $18,667.00
WITH: YELLOW BUS LEASING.COM FOR SECTION II
NTE: $7,000.00
SPECIFICATION NO.: 173-23P
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R-062317 TKS 17 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-052265
REASON: ONE (1) YEAR CONTRACT EXTENSION
WITH: TRIAD ADVISORY SERVICES, INC. D/B/A TRIAD ASSOCIATES
FOR: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM (CDBG
& CDBG-CV) AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME)
ADMINISTRATIVE CONSULTANT
TERM: TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2023
AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2024
SPECIFICATION NO.: 109-22RFP
NTE: $35,000.00
FAIR AND OPEN
R-062318 TKS 18 APPROVE REQUEST TO DIVISION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE
CONTROL TO ACT ON RENEWAL OF PLENARY RETAIL CONSUMPTION
LICENSE
FOR: NEW BRUNSWICK LODGE 324 B P O ELKS
LIQUOR LICENSE NO.: 1214-33-023-001
PERIOD: JULY 1, 2023 – JUNE 30, 2024
R-062319 TKS 19 APPROVE RENEWAL OF LIQUOR LICENSE WITH CONDITIONS FOR
2023-2024 LIQUOR LICENSE
FOR: D’GALA CAFÉ AND RESTAURANT, INC. T/A D’GALA CAFÉ AND
RESTAURANT
156 PAUL ROBESON BOULEVARD
LIQUOR LICENSE NO.: 1214-33-007-003
R-062320 TKS 20 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING JURISDICTIONAL AGREEMENT
WITH: STATE OF NEW JERSEY, NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION
FOR: ROUTE 18 CORRIDOR
R-062321 TKS 21 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF LEASE MANAGEMENT
AGREEMENT
WITH: COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX
RE: DEVELOPMENT OF PARK AT FORMER WOLFSON PARKING
DECK
R-062322 CG 22 APPROVE REQUEST FOR STREET CLOSING
REQUESTED BY: OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL CHURCH
FOR: FEAST OF CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION
LOCATION: MORRIS STREET TO GEORGE STREET TO NEW STREET
TO LIVINGSTON AVENUE AND RETURN TO MORRIS STREET
CHURCH ENTRANCE
DATE: SUNDAY, JUNE 11, 2023
TIME: 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM
POLICE EXTRA DUTY
R-062323 JC 23 APPROVE REQUEST FOR USE OF CITY PROPERTY AND STREET
CLOSING
REQUESTED BY: NEW BRUNSWICK CULTURAL CENTER
FOR: 12TH ANNUAL CENTRAL JERSEY JAZZ FESTIVAL
LOCATION: MONUMENT SQUARE PARK
STREET LOCATION: LIVINGSTON AVENUE BETWEEN GEORGE
STREET & NEW STREET (ONE LANE MUST REMAIN OPEN FOR
HELDRICH HOTEL VEHICULAR TRAFFIC)
DATE: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2023
SET UP/BREAK DOWN HOURS: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
EVENT HOURS: 1:00 PM –6:00 PM
POLICE EXTRA DUTY
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R-062324 CG 24 APPROVE REQUEST FOR USE OF CITY PROPERTY
REQUESTED BY: NEW BRUNSWICK TOMORROW
FOR: MERCADO ESPERANZA EVENT
LOCATION: JOYCE KILMER PARK – ALL PARK EXCEPT BASEBALL FIELD
DATE: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2023
TIME: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
POLICE EXTRA DUTY
R-062325 JC 25 APPROVE REQUEST FOR USE OF CITY PROPERTY, STREET CLOSURE
AND USE OF CITY SIDEWALK
REQUESTED BY: NEW BRUNSWICK MIDDLE SCHOOL/NEW BRUNSWICK
BOARD OF EDUCATION
FOR: 8TH GRADE PROMOTION CEREMONY
PARK LOCATION: MEMORIAL STADIUM
STREET CLOSURE: JOYCE KILMER AVENUE BETWEEN 8TH STREET AND
13TH STREET
SIDEWALK USE: JOYCE KILMER AVENUE SIDEWALK IN FRONT OF
MEMORIAL STADIUM
DATE: FRIDAY, JUNE 16, 2023
TIME: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
R-062326 CG 26 APPROVE REQUEST FOR USE OF CITY PROPERTY AND STREET
CLOSING
REQUESTED BY: NEW BRUNSWICK CULTURAL CENTER
FOR: JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
PARK LOCATION: MONUMENT SQUARE PARK
STREET LOCATION: MURAL (INTERSECTION OF LIBERTY
STREET/GEORGE STREET)
STREET CLOSURE: LIVINGSTON AVENUE BETWEEN NEW STREET &
GEORGE STREET (ONE SIDE TO REMAIN OPEN FOR HELDRICH HOTEL
VEHICULAR TRAFFIC) AND INTERSECTION OF LIBERTY STREET
DATE: FRIDAY, JUNE 16, 2023
TIME: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
MURAL INSTALLATION: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
FLAG RAISING IN FRONT OF COUNTY BUILDING: 3:00 PM
POLICE EXTRA DUTY
R-062327 TKS 27 APPROVE REQUEST FOR USE OF CITY PROPERTY AND USE OF
CITY SIDEWALK
REQUESTED BY: LAZOS AMERICAN UNIDA/LA DRAG QUEEN SOY YO
FOR: PRIDE CELEBRATION
PARK LOCATION: JOYCE KILMER PARK
SIDEWALK USE: START AT 188 FRENCH STREET (WAR MEMORIAL
PARK, BAYARD STREET, GEORGE STREET, LIVINGSTON AVENUE,
HANDY STREET, JOYCE KILMER AVENUE END AT JOYCE KILMER
PARK
DATE: SATURDAY, JUNE 17, 2023
PARK TIME: 2:00 PM – 8:30 PM
SIDEWALK USE TIME: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
R-062328 JC 28 APPROVE REQUEST FOR STREET CLOSING AND USE OF CITY
SIDEWALK
REQUESTED BY: CHABAD HOUSE
LOCATION: COLLEGE AVENUE (BETWEEN SENIOR STREET AND
RICHARDSON STREET)
SIDEWALK USE: IN FRONT OF 170 COLLEGE AVENUE
FOR: OUTDOOR RELIGIOUS WEDDING CEREMONY
DATE: MONDAY, JUNE 26, 2023
TIME: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
POLICE EXTRA DUTY
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R-062329 FIN 29 AUTHORIZE TAX COLLECTOR TO PREPARE AND ISSUE ESTIMATED
TAX BILLS FOR THE THIRD INSTALLMENT OF 2023 TAXES
R-062330 TKS 30 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-122167
CHANGE ORDER NO. 4
REASON: ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $1,555,000.00 FOR CHANGE OF
CONSTRUCTION SCOPE
WITH: MOTT MACDONALD GROUP, INC. D/B/A MOTT MACDONALD,
LLC
FOR: ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR WATER TREATMENT
PLANT IMPROVEMENTS
SPECIFICATION NO.: 702-18RFP
NTE: $1,555,000.00
R-062331 TKS 31 APPROVE RENEWAL OF AGREEMENT (3-YEAR)
WITH: HORIZON BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF NEW JERSEY
FOR: DENTAL BENEFITS
TERM: JUNE 1, 2023 – MAY 31, 2026 (3-YEAR)
NTE: $1,203,967.00
NUNC PRO TUNC
R-062332 CG 32 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-032263
CHANGE ORDER NO. 1
WITH: ZENITH CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC.
FOR: FEASTER AND PITTMAN PARKS
SPECIFICATION NO.: 953-21
NTE: $183,634.44
APPROVAL OF THIS CHANGE ORDER WILL NOT CONSTITUTE AN
INCREASE OF TWENTY (20%) PERCENT OR MORE OF THE AMOUNT
OF THE ORIGINAL CONTRACT
R-062333 JC 33 APPROVE AWARD OF CONTRACT
WITH: UNDERGROUND UTILITIES CORP.
FOR: VAN DYKE WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS
SPECIFICATION NO.: 185-23W
NTE: $1,037,625.00
R-062334 TKS 34 AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT FOR 911 EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
AND RADIO DISPATCHING SERVICES FOR THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT
WITH: RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY
TERM: JULY 1, 2023 - JUNE 30, 2028 (5 -YEAR)
NTE: $967,850.93 (YEAR ONE)
R-062335 CG 35 APPROVE AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION R-032121
REASON: AMEND SCHEDULE OF PAYMENTS FOR PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES RENDERED BY MUNICIPALITIES
FOR: SCHEDULE OF PAYMENTS TO CITY ENGINEER PURSUANT TO
MUNICIPAL LAND USE LAW
R-062336 TKS 36 APPROVE RESOLUTION FOR ACCEPTANCE OF LONG-TERM TAX
EXEMPTION APPLICATION FOR STIRLINGSIDE URBAN RENEWAL,
LLC
FOR: STIRLINGSIDE PROJECT LOCATED AT 50 NEILSON STREET
AND 45 HASSART STREET
BLOCK 121, LOTS 1.01 AND 1.02
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R-062337 JC 37 APPROVE RENEWAL OF LIQUOR LICENSE WITH CONDITIONS FOR
2023-2024 LIQUOR LICENSE
FOR: LA FAMOSA, INC. T/A LA FAMOSA
117 REMSEN AVENUE
LIQUOR LICENSE NO.: 1214-33-045-003
R-062338 JC 38 APPROVE RENEWAL OF LIQUOR LICENSE WITH CONDITIONS FOR
2023-2024 LIQUOR LICENSE
FOR: RHYTHM HOSPITALITY GROUP, LLC T/A SOCIAL ROOM BAR
13 PATERSON STREET
LIQUOR LICENSE NO.: 1214-33-079-008
H. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION BY COUNCIL:
ACTION ASSIGNED ITEM DESCRIPTION
TO: NO.
I. PUBLIC COMMENT:
J. DATES TO REMEMBER:
1. CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REVIEW SESSION
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 2023
5:00 P.M.
2. CITY COUNCIL MEETING
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 2023
IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING AGENDA REVIEW SESSION
PREPARED AND EDITED BY: DEPARTMENT OF LAW - KAREN B. CIPOT
www.cityofnewbrunswick.org
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