Mayor & Council 2026 Reorganization Meeting

MINUTES Reorganization Meeting of the Mayor and Council Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Immediately Following the Sine Die Meeting CALL TO ORDER – The Reorganization Meeting of the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge was held in person in Council Chambers of the River Edge Municipal Building located at 705 Kinderkamack Road, River Edge, NJ 07661 and virtually via Zoom on January 6, 2026. The meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m. by Mayor Thomas Papaleo. SILENT PRAYER – FLAG SALUTE Mayor Papaleo called for a moment of silent reflection. Councilwoman Malellari then led those present in the salute to the flag. STATEMENT – Mayor Papaleo read the Statement of Compliance into the record as follows: Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act: This meeting complies with the Open Public Meeting Act by notification on December 12, 2025 via Resolution #25-301 containing the location, date, time, and access information which was sent to the Town News and the Record and by posting of same on the municipal bulletin board and Borough website and filing a notice of the same with the Municipal Clerk. ROLL CALL – PRESENT: Councilwoman Kinsella, Councilwoman Malellari, Councilman Glass, Councilwoman Dhariwal and Mayor Papaleo ABSENT: None. ALSO PRESENT: Borough Administrator Lissette Aportela Borough Attorney John L. Shahdanian, Esq. Councilman-Elect Feffer Councilwoman-Elect Montisano-Koen BOROUGH CLERK ANNOUNCES THE 2026 ELECTION RESULTS – The Borough Clerk announced that Bruce Feffer was dually elected as Councilman to serve a full three-year term starting 1/1/26 through 12/31/28 receiving 2,721 votes and Lissa Montisano-Koen was dually reelected as Councilwoman to serve a full three-year term starting 1/1/26 through 12/31/28 receiving 2,769 votes. Mayor Papaleo recognized County Commissioner Rafael Marte, Ezio Altamira, Councilman in Wood Ridge and Borough Risk Manager, and Assemblyman Christ Tully who were in attendance. OATH OF OFFICE – Mayor Papaleo commented that serving as an elected official is no small undertaking. He then administered the Oath of Office to Councilman Feffer who was joined by his wife. Councilman Feffer thanked God for putting him here and giving him this opportunity. He also thanked everyone for taking part in this both solemn and exciting occasion. He noted that he is both reflecting back on what brought him here and looking forward to the path ahead. Assemblyman Tully administered the Oath of Office to Councilwoman Montisano-Koen who was joined by her family. Assemblyman Tully presented proclamations to both Councilman Feffer and Councilwoman Montisano-Koen. He commented that he is thrilled to have administered the Oath of Office to Councilwoman Montisano-Koen, stating that he has seen how she has grown as a true public servant. He welcomed Councilman Feffer, commending him and his family for the sacrifice that they are making. He expressed that he is looking forward to continuing the partnership with River Edge and wished everyone a Happy New Year. Councilwoman Montisano-Koen thanked Assemblyman Tully for swearing her in this evening, commenting that he has been a great supporter of the Borough. She also acknowledged the support of WEDO, Assemblywoman Swain, and her fellow councilmembers. She welcomed Councilman Feffer and recognized the Borough Administrator, Borough Clerk, and the Department Heads, noting that it is a team effort. Rafael Marte, County Commissioner, expressed that it is an honor to be present this evening. He congratulated both Councilwoman Montisano-Korn and Councilman Feffer, thanking them as well as the entire governing body for stepping up to represent their community. He then presented Councilwoman Montisano-Koen and Councilman Feffer with proclamations. Ezio Altamura, Borough Risk Manager and Councilman for the Borough of Wood-Ridge, congratulated Councilman Feffer and Councilwoman Montisano-Koen and stated that he is there to help with any needs that they may have. He commented that this Borough has a great group of elected officials. He advised that he has served as a Councilman for 27 years and expressed that it is a great honor to serve one’s community. Mayor Papaleo thanked everyone who attended tonight, both in person and remotely. ROLL CALL OF NEW MAYOR AND COUNCIL – PRESENT: Councilwoman Montisano-Koen, Councilwoman Kinsella, Councilwoman Malellari, Councilman Glass, Councilwoman Dhariwal, Councilman Feffer and Mayor Papaleo. ABSENT: None. ALSO PRESENT: Borough Administrator Lissette Aportela Borough Attorney John Shahdanian, Esq. ELECTION OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT FOR 2026 – On motion by Councilwoman Montisano-Koen, seconded by Councilwoman Malellari, and all members present voting in favor, to nominate Indira Kinsella as Council President for the year 2026. Council President Kinsella thanked the Mayor and Council as well as everyone with whom she will continue to work in 2026. She commented that she will be looking to Councilwoman Montisano-Koen for guidance in handling this role. PUBLIC COMMENTS – On motion by Councilman Glass, seconded by Councilwoman Montisano-Koen, and all present voting in favor, to open the floor for public comments. No one came forward. On motion by Councilwoman Malellari, seconded by Councilwoman Dhariwal, and all present voting in favor, to close the floor for public comments on any item on the agenda. Liaison Appointments to Various Committee/Commissions/Boards & Committee Appointments– On motion by Councilwoman Montisano-Koen, seconded by Councilwoman Dhariwal, and all members present voting in favor, to approve the following Liaison Appointments to Various Committees/Commissions/Board and Committee Appointments: a. Councilman Feffer - Health Department Beautification b. Councilman Glass - Police Land Use Board c. Councilwoman Dhariwal - Fire/Fire Prevention/REVAS Historic Preservation Commission 250 Committee d. Council President Kinsella - Recreation/SCORE e. Councilwoman Malellari - Delegate to the Library Environmental Protection Commission Green Team f. Councilwoman Montisano-Koen - Department of Public Works Building Department/Property Maintenance Shade Tree Advisory Committee Committee Appointments – On motion by Councilwoman Montisano-Koen, seconded by Councilwoman Dhariwal, and all members present voting in favor, to approve the following Committee Appointments: a. Personnel Subcommittee - Mayor Papaleo-Chair Councilwoman Montisano-Koen Councilwoman Kinsella b. Legal Review & Ordinance Subcommittee - Councilwoman Malellari Councilwoman Montisano-Koen  Councilwoman Feffer c. Sewer Subcommittee - Robert Costa – Chair Mayor Papaleo Lissette Aportela Jason Milito Councilwoman Montisano-Koen John Pampaloni d. River Edge Alliance Against Mayor Papaleo Alcohol & Drug Abuse - Councilman Feffer e. Technology Committee - Councilwoman Dhariwal Councilman Feffer f. Finance Committee - Council President Kinsella – Chair Councilman Glass Councilwoman Malellari g. Farmer’s Market Subcommittee- Councilwoman Kaufman Councilwoman Montisano-Koen Councilwoman Kinsella h. Traffic & Safety Committee Mayor Papaleo Councilman Glass i. Citizen Budget Committee - Mayor & Council Lissette Aportela Albert Ruhlmann Kenneth Krautheim Donna Sanders Gregg Cariddi Joseph Gautier MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS - Mayor Papaleo announced that he is making the following appointments: a. The Mayor reappoints Brian Mitchell; Gary Barth; Patty Almberg (Co-Chair); David Kraft (Co- Chair) for three-year terms through 12/31/28 to the Environmental Protection Commission, effective January 1, 2026. b. The Mayor reappoints Jim Hoogstrate and Andrew Golden through 12/31/29 to the Historic Preservation Commission effective January 1, 2026. c. The Mayor appoints Dario Chinigo as Class IV-1; Michael Krey as Class IV-2; Jorge Salva as Class IV-3 for a four-year term through 12/31/29; Tracy Levine as Alternate 1 for a one-year term to the Land Use Board effective January 1, 2026. d. The Mayor appoints Lt. Joseph Zemaites and Claudia O’Neill as Co-Chairs; Sgt. Renata Sanches, Christiana Evers, Elizabeth Oudens, Arlene Faustini, Leidy Suriel, Officer Brenton Prisendorf, Terri O’Shea, Everlin Kim, Stephanie Hartman, for one-year terms through 12/31/26 to the Municipal Alliance Against Alcohol and Drugs effective January 1, 2026.  e. The Mayor appoints Colin Busteed and Marie Papaleo for five-year terms through 12/31/29 to the Shade Tree Advisory Committee effective January 1, 2026. g. The Mayor reappoints Michele Cariddi (Chair) for three-year terms through 12/31/28 to the Beautification Committee effective January 1, 2026. APPOINTMENTS & PERSONNEL CHANGES – On motion by Councilwoman Malellari, seconded by Councilwoman Kinsella, and all members present voting in favor, that the following Appointments and Personnel changes for 2026 be approved: a. Approve the appointment of Michelle Kaufman as the Farmer’s Market Manager for a one – year term effective January 1, 2026, and reappoints Theresa Esposito (Citizen) and Jane Daly (Health Department) for one-year terms through 12/31/26 to the Farmer’s Market Committee effective January 1, 2026. b. Approve the appointments of the following officers for the River Edge Fire Department for the years 2026: Chief of Department, William Sanders; Assistant Chief Eric Schultz; Deputy Chief Ben Silver; Captain Co. #1, James Carroll, Captain Co. #2, Seth Hanauer; 1st Lieutenant Co. #1, Michael Schlossberg, 1st Lieutenant Co. #2, Matt Panchi; 2nd Lieutenant Co. #1, Chris Iannantuano; 2nd Lieutenant Co. #2, Ron Silvestri, effective January 1, 2026. c. Approve the re-appointments of Alan Silverman, William Drew, Peter DeVries, and Ralph Leonardi to the Fire Prevention Bureau for one-year terms, effective January 1, 2026. d. Approve the appointment of Elizabeth Brown as School Board representative for a one-year term through 12/31/26 and Marie Papaleo (Chair); Mary Ann Komar (Recreation); Karen Glass; Alison Stephen and Liz Schlossberg as Resident Members for a two-year term through 12/31/27; the re-appointment of Laura Hoogstrate (Environmental Representative) and Chris Leishman (DPW) for two-year terms; Jeongwon Kim as a Student Member to the Green Team effective January 1, 2026. e. Approve the appointment Marie Papaleo and Colin Busteed as Resident members for five-year terms through 12/31/30 to the Shade Tree Advisory Committee effective January 1, 2026. f. Approve the re-appointment of Patricia Cordts (President) and Tina Mereos for a three-year term through 12/31/28 to the Board of Health effective January 1, 2026. g. Approve the re-appointment of Shawn Kucharski for a 5-year term through 12/31/30; the appointments of Councilwoman Malellari as the Mayor’s Representative for a one-year term and Christine Moran as the Superintendent of Schools Representative for a one-year term through 12/31/26 to the Library Board of Trustees effective January 1, 2026. h. Approve the appointment of Kelly Zemaites, Kata Imken, Ryan Gibbons and Liz Schlossberg as members for three-year terms through 12/31/28; Alison Stephens as Alternate #1 for an unexpired two-year term through 12/31/26 to the Recreation Commission effective January 1, 2026. i. Approve the reappointment of Albert Ruhlman; Catherine O’Donnell; Neal Carroll; Kate Daibes; Shannon Lynch for a three-year term through 12/31/28 to the Traffic and Safety Committee effective January 1, 2026. j. Approve the re-appointment of Jason Milito as Safety Delegate and James Fedorko as the Alternate for the year 2026, effective January 1, 2026. ADMINISTER OATH OF OFFICE TO ALL APPOINTEES – As there were no appointees present either in person or virtually, Mayor Papaleo announced that all appointees can visit the Borough Clerk’s office for the Oath of Office to be adiministered. FIRST READING – ORDINANCES – Ordinance #26-1 Motion by Councilwoman Montisano-Koen that the following ordinance be introduced and passed on first reading and setting January 22, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the as the matter can be heard as the date and time and both Council Chambers as the place and Zoom as the virtual platform for the hearing on said ordinance. Second by Councilwoman Dhariwal. . Mayor Papaleo read the title of the ordinance into the record: Ordinance #26-1 - An Ordinance to Fix the Salary, Wage and Compensation of the Officers and Employees of the Borough of River Edge, in the County of Bergen and State of New Jersey for the Year 2026 Borough Administrator Aportela explained that this ordinance establishes the 2026 salary ranges for employees who do not belong in a collective bargaining unit. She noted that a resolution to authorize the actual salaries will be listed on the next agenda. On a roll call, the vote was recorded as follows: Councilwoman Montisano-Koen: aye Councilman Glass: aye Council President Kinsella: aye Councilwoman Dhariwal: aye Councilwoman Malellari: aye Councilman Feffer: aye (See Ordinance #26-1 attached and made a part hereof.) RESOLUTIONS – By Consent a. #26-01 Adopting the By-Laws of the River Edge Mayor and Council b. #26-02 Appoint Borough Engineer – Costa Engineering Corporation c. #26-03 Resolution Authorizing Emergency Temporary Appropriations Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:4-20 in the Amount of $150,000 to Fund a 2026 Ford E- 450 to be Used a Senior Transportation Bus d. #26-04 Appoint Labor Counsel – Clear Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs, LLC e. #26-05 Appoint Municipal Public Defender –Navarro W. Gray, Esq. f. #26-06 Appoint Borough Attorney Trenk, Isabel, Siddiqi & Shahdanian PC g. #26-07 Appoint Municipal Prosecutor – Elsbeth J. Crusius, Esq. h. #26-08 Appoint Bond Counsel – Rogut McCarthy, LLC i. #26-09 Appoint Tax Appeal Attorney – Alan Spiniello, Esq. j. #26-10 Appoint Risk Manager – GJEM-Otterstedt Insurance Agency, Inc. k. #26-11 Appoint Borough Auditor – Wielkotz & Company, LLC l. #26-12 Appoint Expert Property Appraiser for Tax Appeals – McNerney & Associates, Inc. m. #26-13 Appoint Borough Planner -Burgis Associates n. #26-14 Appoint Land Use and Redevelopment Attorney – Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs, LLC o. #26-15 Appoint Affordable Housing Attorney – Surenian, Edwards, Buzak & Nolan LLC p. #26-16 Appoint Zoning Officer Stephen Depken q. #26-17 Award Professional Services Contract – Information Technology Services r. #26-18 Appoint Payroll Processing Services Professional – Battaglia Associates, LLC s. #26-19 Authorize Execution of Agreement – Public Health and Environmental Health Services t. #26-20 Authorizing the Appointment of Gomattie Birnbaum as a Certifying Officer u. #26-21 Designate Representatives for Statement on Auditing Standards No. 114 v. #26-22 Resolution to Establish a Change Fund for the Recreation Department w. #26-23 Authorize Chief Financial Officer and Accounts Supervisor to Invest Surplus Funds x. #26-24 Approve River Edge Fire Department Alcohol Policy y. #26-25 Annual Approval of Petty Cash Fund for the Emergency Management Department z. #26-26 Annual Approval of Petty Cash Fund for the Financial Administration Department aa. #26-27 Annual Approval of Petty Cash Fund for the Police Department bb. #26-28 Temporary Budget cc. #26-29 Resolution Adopting Cash Management Plan dd. #26-30 Designate Authorized Officials to Sign Checks, Bonds and Legal Papers ee. #26-31 Authorize Signature to PNC Bank – Borough Accounts ff. #26-32 Designate Official Depositories gg. #26-33 Approve Appointment of Councilman David Glass to the Land Use Board hh. #26-34 Authorize Signatures to PNC Bank New Jersey-Municipal Court Accounts ii. #26-35 Naming Tax Search and Assessment Search Officers jj. #26-36 Authorize Chief Financial Officer or Accounts Supervisor to Transfer and Pay Funds kk. #26-37 Designate Official Newspapers ll. #26-38 Designate Due Dates for Taxes and Interest Rate for Delinquent Taxes mm. #26-39 Resolution Constituting an Agreement with Certain State Contract Vendors nn. #26-40 Designate Work Hours and Holidays for 2026 for Borough Employees oo. #26-41 Designating Public Agency Compliance Officer pp. #26-42 Resolution Authorizing Purchases from Cooperative Pricing and Purchasing Systems qq. #26-43 Resolution Authorizing the Borough of River Edge to Enter into a Cooperative Pricing Agreement rr. #26-44 Confirm Insufficient Funds Service Charge ss. #26-45 Resolution Authorizing the Borough of River Edge through the River Edge Police Department to Participate in the Defense Logistics Agency, Law Enforcement Support Office, 1033 Program to Enable the River Edge Police Department to Request and Acquire Excess Department of Defense Equipment tt. #26-46 Engage Services for an Independent Registered Municipal Advisor and Continuing Disclosure Agent uu. #26-47 Authorize Appeal to Bergen County Board of Taxation and/or Tax Court vv. #26-48 Resolution to Annually Affirm the Borough of River Edge’s Civil Rights Policy with Respect to All Officials, Appointees, Employees, Prospective Employees, Volunteers, Independent Contractors and Members of the Public that Come into Contact with Municipal Employees, Officials and Volunteers ww. #26-49 Approve Quasi Municipal Organization Coverage by JIF xx. #26-50 Confirm Claimant Certification Requirement Policy for 2026 yy. #26-51 Authorize Execution of Indemnity Agreement with Veolia Water New Jersey, Inc. zz. #26-52 Set Time and Place for Mayor and Council Meeting aaa. #26-53 Resolution Approving the Bergen County Mutual Aid Plan & Rapid  Deployment Force Agreement bbb. #26-54 Authorize Placement of Signs & Banners – 2026 Borough-Sponsored Events ccc. #26-55 Resolution Appointing Fund Commissioner ddd. #26-56 Resolution Adopting a Form Required to Be Used for the Filing of Notices of Tort Claims Against the Borough of River Edge in with the Provisions of the New Jersey Tort Claims Act, N.J.S.A. 59:8-6 eee. #26-57 Authorize Purchase of Senior Transportation Bus Motion by Councilwoman Montisano-Koen, seconded by Council President Kinsella, that the Consent Agenda be approved. On a roll call, the vote was recorded as follows: Councilwomant Montisano-Koen: aye Councilman Glass: aye Council President Kinsella: aue Councilwoman Dhariwal: aye Councilwoman Malellari: aye Councilman Feffer: aye ******** COUNCIL COMMENTS – Councilman Feffer wished everyone a Happy New Year. Councilwoman Dhariwal congratulated Councilwoman Montisano-Koen on her third term and welcomed Councilman Feffer aboard. She also congratulated Council President Kinsella. Councilman Glass thanked Councilwoman Montisano-Koen for serving as Council President the past two years, commenting that she was both brilliant and tireless and gave infinitely. He thanked outgoing Fire Chief Schlossberg for his generosity with his time and expressed his belief that the Fire Department is the strongest it has ever been. He also thanked incoming Fire Chief Sanders. He commented that he is happy to have Councilman Feffer join the governing body. He expressed appreciation for being appointed as Liaison to the Police Department and advised that he looks forward to working closely with the department. Councilwoman Montisano-Koen thanked the community, her family, and friends for their support. She again thanked Assemblyman Tully for administering the Oath of Office. She expressed best wishes to outgoing Fire Chief Rob Schlossberg to whom she expressed that the Borough owes a great debt of gratitude. She commented that she looks forward to working with the governing body members and welcomed Councilman Feffer. She thanked the Department Heads, Borough Administrator, and Deputy Clerk, noting that it is their work behind the scenes that holds the governing body together. Councilwoman Malellari congratulated Councilwoman Montisano-Koen and Councilman Feffer, stating that she is looking forward to working with them. She also congratulated Council President Kinsella. Council President Kinsella welcomed Councilman Feffer, expressing that he is a great addition to the team. She commented that Councilwoman Montisano-Koen is a hard act o follow as Council President. She thanked DPW Superintendent Milito, noting that he has done a fantastic job the whole year and especially the past month. She expressed appreciation to outgoing Fire Chief Schlossberg for doing a remarkable job. Mayor Papaleo thanked Councilwoman Montisano-Koen for being willing to serve a third term and for having served as Council President. He expressed appreciation to Council President Kinsella for taking on this role and former Councilman Benson for his service. He acknowledged outgoing Fire Chief Schlossberg, the Department Heads, Borough Administrator, Borough Clerk, Borough Attorney and everyone who has taken part in making the town better for the citizens. He expressed his opinion that it will good year ahead and commented that he looks forward to working with his fellow governing body members. ADJOURNMENT - There being no further business to come before the Mayor and Council, on a motion by Councilwoman Dhariwal, seconded by Councilman Glass, and unanimously carried, to adjourn this meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:44 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Anne Dodd, RMC Borough Clerk  BOROUGH OF RIVER EDGE ORDINANCE #26-1 AN ORDINANCE TO FIX THE SALARY, WAGE AND COMPENSATION OF THE OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE BOROUGH OF RIVER EDGE, IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY FOR THE YEAR 2026 BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of River Edge: Section 1. The compensation for the full-time positions and officers of the Borough of River Edge for the year 2026 shall be as follows: 2026 HOURLY ANNUALLY MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MINIMUM MINIMUM POLICE Chief $100,000.00 $ 220,000.00 Secretary $45,000.00 $70,000.00 Police Dispatcher $30,000.00 $65,000.00 Records Clerk $40,000.00 $60,000.00 BOROUGH HALL Mayor $1.00 $5,000.00 Each Council Person $1.00 $4,000.00 Borough Administrator $100,000.00 $ 195,000.00 Assistant Borough Administrator $5,000.00 $11,000.00 Qualified Purchasing Agent $5,000.00 $11,000.00 Assistant Purchasing Agent $5,000.00 $8,500.00 Chief Financial Officer $50,000.00 $100,000.00 Borough Clerk $65,000.00 $130,000.00 Deputy Borough Clerk $50,000.00 $77,000.00 Deputy Treasurer $60,000.00 $100,000.00 Accounts Supervisor $50,000.00 $80,000.00 Technical Assistant to Construction $45,000.00 $70,000.00 Official Assistant Zoning Officer $50,000.00 $90,000.00 Administrative Assistant $40,000.00 $65,000.00 Court Administrator $50,000.00 $90,000.00 Director of Recreation $45,000.00 $90,000.00 Assistant to the Director of Recreation $40,000.00 $60,000.00 and Cultural Affairs Accounts Payable Clerk $40,000.00 $65,000.00 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS Superintendent of Public Works $100,000.00 $205,000.00 General Foreperson $85,000.00 $135,000.00 Road Foreperson $75,000.00 $125,000.00 Office Manager/Administrative Assistant/ Certified Recycling Professional $55,000.00 $98,000.00 DPW Administrative Assistant $40,000.00 $70,000.00 Section 2. Longevity. In addition to the salaries set forth above, all full-time employees holding these positions listed herein shall have added to base pay the following percentage computed on the basis of the prevailing salary: Date of Employment Pre- l/l/94 Date of Employment Post - l/l/94 – 7/1/11 During: During: 5 - 8 years of service - 2% 5 - 8 years of service-2%-not to exceed $480 9 -12 years of service - 4% 9 - 12 years of service-4%-not to exceed $960 13-16 years of service - 6% 13-16 years of service-6%-not to exceed $1,440 17-20 years of service - 8% 17-20 years of service-8%-not to exceed $1,920 21 Plus years of service-10% 21 Plus years of service-10%-not to exceed $2,400 Section 3. Regular, full-time employees who have been hired after July 1, 2011 shall not be entitled to longevity payments in addition to their salary. Section 4. Compensation for the following part-time positions and officers of the Borough of River Edge for the year 2026 is hereby supplemented and amended as follows: HOURLY ANNUALLY MINIMUM MINIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM Tax Assessor $20,000.00 $37,000.00 Tax Collector $20,000.00 $60,000.00 Deputy Tax Collector $2,500.00 $15,000.00 Tax Collection Clerk Min. Wage $30.00 Assistant Tax Collector Min. Wage $35.00 Building/Zoning/Code Enforcement Construction Official $10,000.00 $40,000.00 Building & Sub-Code Officer $3,000.00 $30,000.00 Fire Code Sub-Code Officer $3,000.00 $30,000.00 Zoning Officer $10,000.00 $40,000.00 Building Inspector $3,000.00 $30,000.00 Electric Inspector $3,000.00 $30,000.00 Plumbing Inspector $3,000.00 $30,000.00 Plumbing Sub-Code Officer. $3,000.00 $30,000.00 Electrical Sub-Code Officer $3,000.00 $30,000.00 Code Enforcer Min. Wage $35.00 Temporary Building Inspector Min. Wage $34.00 Finance Payroll Clerk $25,000.00 $51,000.00 Accounts Receivable Clerk Min. Wage $30.00 Accounts Payable Clerk Min. Wage $30.00 Fire Prevention Fire Inspector Min. Wage $40.00 $2,750.00 $4,000.00 Fire Official $8,550.00 $26,000.00 Fire Prev./Fire Dept./Emerg. Mgmt Clerk Min. Wage $35.00 Fire Department Fire Chief $2,500.00 $4,000.00 Assistant Chief $2,400.00 $3,800.00 Deputy Chief $2,400.00 $3,800.00 Captain $2,000.00 $3,000.00 Lieutenant $1,800.00 $2,700.00 Firefighters $600.00 $1,000.00 Municipal Court Temporary Court Administrator Min. Wage $42.00 Deputy Court Administrator Min. Wage $35.00 Municipal Judge $11,100.00 $20,094.00 Prosecutor $3,300.00 $12,000.00 Substitute Prosecutor $85.00 $100.00 Court Cashier/Clerk/Data Entry Operator Min. Wage $34.00 Planning Board Assessor/Land Use Clerk Min. Wage $34.00 $13,950.00 $35,000.00 Recording Secretary Min. Wage $25.00 OEM Emergency Management Coord. $2,750.00 $14,000.00 Deputy Emergency Mgmt.Coord. $1,000.00 $5,000.00 Recreation Assistant to the Director of Recreation Min. Wage $35.00 $20,000.00 $60,000.00 and Cultural Affairs Camp Director(s) Min. Wage $35.00 Assistant Camp Director Min. Wage $35.00 Camp Office Manager Min. Wage $32.00 Activities Coordinator Min. Wage $28.00 Arts & Craft Leader Min. Wage $28.00 Unit Leader(s) Min. Wage $28.00 Assistant Unit Leaders Min. Wage $28.00 Counselors Min. Wage $20.00 Instructors Min. Wage $30.00 Park Attendant Min. Wage $30.00 Health Public Health Nurse $22,250.00 $50,000.00 Board of Health Secretary Min. Wage $30.00 Registrar of Vital Statistics $1,500.00 $5,000.00 Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics Min. Wage $42.50 $1,500.00 $5,000.00 Public Works Custodian/Borough Hall Min. Wage $30.00 $13,950.00 $35,700.00 Sewer Operator $600.00 $7,000.00 Extra Laborers Min. Wage $30.00 Temporary Acting Superintendent of Min. Wage $100.00 Public Works Bus/Van Dispatchers Min. Wage $30.00 Municipal Certified Recycling Min. Wage $35.00 Coordinator Operator Min. Wage $35.00 Police Police Matron Min. Wage $30.00 Police Dispatcher Min. Wage $30.00 Class II Officer Min. Wage $50.00 Class III Officer $38.00 $50.00 School Crossing Guards Min. Wage $27.00 Court Officer Min. Wage $30.00 Various Temp. Clerical Employees Min. Wage $30.00 Clerk/Typist Min. Wage $30.00  Bookkeeper/Secretary Min. Wage $30.00 Code Inspector Min. Wage $30.00 Historic Preservation Fund Certified Local Grant –Document Scanner Min. Wage $40.00 $ $ Website Administrator 1,000.00 3,000.00 $ $ Affordable Housing Liaison 10,000.00 15,000.00 Section 5: The compensation for Judges who shall serve in the absence of the Municipal Court Judge, shall be paid whenever required, on a varying scale of ZERO to EIGHTY-FIVE dollars ($0 - $85.00) per hour, upon presentation of duly executed voucher as required by law. Section 6: The compensation for Prosecutors who shall serve in the absence of the Municipal Prosecutor, shall be paid whenever required, on a varying scale of ZERO to EIGHTY-FIVE dollars ($0 to $85.00) per hour, upon presentation of duly executed voucher as required by law. Section 7: In addition to the salaries set forth herein, non-contractual employees of the Borough of River Edge covered under this ordinance shall be entitled to those benefits as specified in the Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual adopted by Resolution #21-264, dated September 13, 2021, and updated by Resolution #23-239, dated August 14, 2023 and Resolution #25-244, dated September 25, 2025. Section 8: In addition to the salaries set forth herein, the Borough Administrator of the Borough of River Edge covered under this ordinance shall be entitled to those benefits as specified in her contract as adopted by Resolution #20-283, dated December 14, 2020, Resolution #21-339, dated December 13, 2021, Resolution #22-358, dated January 4, 2023, and Resolution #24-360, dated January 6, 2025. Section 9: Compensation for the part-time Recreation personnel, with the exception of the Assistant to the Director of Recreation and the Park Attendant, shall be paid from the respective program trust accounts associated with said personnel. Section 10: Any difference in terms between the above policy and ordinance, the policy will be deemed dispositive. The employee compensation disclosure form shall be made part of any formal action taken by the local unit, but shall not be considered part of any contract or agreement. Section 11: The salaries, wages or compensation of all officers and employees shall be paid in twenty- four (24) installments, or upon presentation of duly executed vouchers as required by law. Section 12: This ordinance shall take effect as of January 1, 2026 when passed and published as required by law. INTRODUCED: ADOPTED: ___________________________________ Thomas Papaleo, Mayor _________________________________ Anne Dodd, RMC Borough Clerk