Council Meeting
Regular MeetingWaldwick, NJ · January 24, 2023
Minutes
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 1 JANUARY 24, 2023
MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE MAYOR & COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
HELD ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2023 AT 7:30 PM
Mayor Giordano called the meeting to order and read the Statement of Compliance.
Mayor Giordano asked for a roll call. Present on roll call: Mayor Giordano, Ms. Cericola, Mr. Ritchie, Mr.
Sciolaro, Mrs. Sherman and Mrs. Weber. Mr. Schatz was absent. Mrs. Weber was on the phone.
Also present: Patrick Wherry, Borough Administrator; Matthew Guilder, Grants Administrator; Kelley
Halewicz, Municipal Clerk and Craig Bossong, Municipal Attorney.
Mayor Giordano asked everyone to join in the Pledge of Allegiance, remain standing for a moment of
silence honoring our Veterans and to remain standing for the prayer.
PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
a. Recognition of William Schmidt
Mayor Giordano presented Billy Schmidt with a Certificate of Recognition and gift certificate for his
40 years of service to the Borough of Waldwick as an employee in the Department of Public Works.
Mr. Schmidt commented that he will miss all of his co-workers and thanked the Mayor and Council
for the recognition. Mr. Schmidt also commented that he was born and raised in Waldwick and now
after 57 years, there will no longer be a Schmidt working for the Borough. He is staying town.
Mayor Giordano then presented Ray Schmidt with a Certificate of Recognition for his 13 years on the
Planning Board.
MAYOR’S REPORT AND REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
Mayor’s Report. Mayor Giordano discussed the Chamber of Commerce meeting where they discussed
the 5K Run, the new slate of officers and while they have some new members, they are always looking for
new members. Mayor Giordano, Councilwoman Cericola and Mrs. Halewicz attended the ribbon cutting
at the new nail salon that opened next to Red Bowl, owned by the same person.
Financial & Administrative Committee. Mr. Sciolaro discussed the scheduling of the Council Special
Budget Meetings. The budget will need to be wrapped up in early March for introduction on March 14.
Mr. Sciolaro reported that Heather Del Piano was appointed as the Superintendent’s Liaison and Mr.
Sciolaro was appointed as the Mayor’s Liaison to the Library Board. The Library Board also swore in the
new Board and adopted the 2023 Library Budget.
Fire & Police Protection Committee. Ms. Cericola reported for the Police Department that on 1/17 at
approximately 10:00 PM, Officer LoPrinzi observed a 2018 Honda CRV commit several motor vehicle
violations on Wyckoff Avenue. A Ramsey resident was stopped and placed under arrest for DWI. In
addition to DWI, the driver was issued summons for failure to maintain lane and open containers in a
motor vehicle. Sgt. Sinclair and Officer Chaney assisted.
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 2 JANUARY 24, 2023
Approximately 12 hours later, Waldwick Police received a report of motor vehicle that struck a pole on
Harrison Avenue and left the scene. Responding officers identified a witness to the crash and collected
evidence left at the scene that allowed Waldwick Police Officers Sanchez, Freeman and Van Dyke to track
the vehicle to the driveway of an Allendale residence. The Allendale woman was placed under arrest for
DWI. She was also charged with leaving the scene of an accident with property damage, failure to report
an accident, reckless driving and failure to maintain lane.
On January 21st at 1:56 AM, Officer Walsh made a motor vehicle stop after observing that a motor vehicle
failed to stop at a stop sign at the intersection of Walter Hammond Place and Wyckoff Avenue. Following
field sobriety tests the driver, a Waldwick resident, was placed under arrest and transported to police
headquarters. The driver subsequently submitted breath samples and was charged with Disregard of a
Stop Sign, DWI and Careless Driving.
Also, on January 21st at 11:43 PM, P.O. Wanamaker stopped a motor vehicle for failing to come to a
complete stop at the intersection of Harrison Avenue and Wyckoff Avenue. The driver, a Fort Lee
resident, was processed at police headquarters and issued summonses for DWI, Open Container of
Alcohol or Unsealed Cannabis in a Motor Vehicle, Disregard of a Stop Sign and Reckless and Careless
Driving.
Ms. Cericola reported for the Fire Department that so far for January, the Department has responded to
11 calls for service, 3 of them being mutual aid. The Department had two drills so far; one was the
inventory and inspection of the entire department’s rope and equipment. This inspection happens at
minimum once a year to ensure all rope is safely in working order. Their second drill focused on the year
FAST team refresher. The department responds as a FAST team to multiple agencies in our mutual aid as
a FAST team, so this yearly refresher allows members to review the tools and equipment needed. Hands
on training also happens every year. While doing all of that, members are performing their annual mask
fit testing. This is a New Jersey State requirement that MUST be fulfilled by any member who responds
to Fire calls.
Public Safety Committee. Mrs. Sherman reported that she attended the Ambulance Corps meeting and
was able to meet more of the members. The members took the time to explain details to her and
welcomed her as their liaison. President of WALVAC, Dave Barthold announced his appointments. At the
meeting, they discussed training and recertification opportunities for members. Members are required
to take so many classes and recerts per year. Their scholarship opportunity for HS students has been
posted.
WALVAC has their ongoing fundraising campaign and want to remind residents that they are always
available and could use some financial assistance from residents to purchase medical supplies, water and
training sessions. They need to replace several epi-pens and they cost hundreds of dollars each.
WALVAC would like to know of any upcoming standby needs so they can schedule the volunteers. They
are hoping to have a schedule of events, perhaps for the year, as soon as possible so they can plan
accordingly.
There are several problems with the building: push bar is not working on the door; light by the back door
is out and the Ladies Room door is cracked and broken. These may have already been brought to Patrick
Wherry by the President.
The Wednesday night crew chief, Ben Hymson, gave a report that they had a CPR save and helped deliver
a baby in route to the hospital. Mrs. Sherman wanted to know if we can bring the four members of the
crew to a council meeting to honor them and perhaps present them with a certificate or something.
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 3 JANUARY 24, 2023
They discussed that the Bathrooms and the Kitchens are budgeted to be renovated. Mrs. Sherman was
unsure if this is from last year’s budget.
On February 23, there will be a library presentation and they were asked to come and discuss the Corps
with the children and show the ambulance. Members were happy with this opportunity.
Mrs. Sherman wanted to acknowledge how dedicated the members of WALVAC are and applaud them
for all the work they do for our residents. She looks forward to their next General Meeting.
Recreational & Health Committee. Mrs. Weber reported that the Board of Health meeting was. Mrs.
weber was unable to attend but was provided a summary of the meeting. The Board reappointed Kathy
Hillringhouse as President and Donna Palladino as Vice President for 2023. The Board discussed various
health education programs they would like to present to the community this year. Members of the Board,
Health Officer Namitha Reddy and our new local health outreach coordinator Alexandra Fox, MPH, CHES®
will meet with the Golden Club to ask them what types of programs they would like to see this year. Other
topics include suicide prevention, anxiety and depression. The next meeting is March 16 and she will be
able to attend that meeting.
Mrs. Weber reported on the Recreation side that the summer concert series is moving along nicely with
bands being scheduled. There are 122 days until the pool opens. The clerk’s office will start working on
setting up the programs for online registration soon.
Public Works Committee. Mr. Ritchie reported that the first monthly Bulk Collection went smoothly. The
next pickup is February 16 and residents must call the Clerk’s office to schedule the pickup. It is snow
season and there may be snow tomorrow, please refer to the back of your calendar for the snow removal
rules.
Mr. Ritchie attended the Board of Education meeting last night where a new trustee was sworn in, ongoing
budget discussions and they are moving to phase 3 at the high school in February. Also, Waldwick High
School hockey is new to Waldwick and the puck from the first goal scored was put on display and will be
preserved as part of the school’s history.
Buildings & Grounds Committee. Mr. Schatz was absent but Mayor Giordano reported that the Building
Rehabilitation will begin in the next 30 days, the parking lot lighting upgrades were done this week. The
remainder will be completed in the Spring once the trees and flowers are planted. Also, Mr. Schatz has
discussed with Mr. Wherry the administration needs for the 2023 budget. PSE&G lighting upgrade will
take place at the end of February.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
Administrator. Mr. Wherry had no report.
Municipal Clerk. Mrs. Halewicz had no report.
Grants Administrator. Mr. Guilder had no report.
Attorney. Mr. Bossong had no report.
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 4 JANUARY 24, 2023
CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-76
Approval of Consent Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the following resolutions herewith listed by consent having been considered by the
Governing Body of the Borough of Waldwick are hereby passed and approved:
2023-76 Approval of Consent Agenda
Policy Votes
a. Kayla Gunderson requests to use Pavilion A on April 8 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm for Private Event
with alcoholic beverages being served
2023-77 Approval of Minutes - Recessed December 13, 2022 Regular Meeting, January 3, 2023;
Reorganization Meeting, January 3, 2023 and Regular Meeting, January 10, 2023
2023-78 Authorizing Acceptance of the 2022 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund Municipal Program
Grant for Municipal Park Improvements - Brookview Park: Pedestrian Footbridge and Primitive
Walking Trails
2023-79 Authorize Increase in Non-Fair and Open, Open-Ended Contract with H2M Architects &
Engineers in an Amount Not to Exceed $27,681.00
2023-80 Award Fair and Open Contract to Bryan Electric for DCFC Charging Station and Installation,
$254,113.94
2023-81 Amend a Non-Fair and Open Contract to Boswell Engineering for Design, Construction
Administration, and Inspection Services for Water Treatment at Various Wells, $220,000.00
2023-82 Authorize Special Budget Meetings - various
2023-83 Appointment of Emergency Temporary Help - John Milano and Jim O’Connell
2023-84 Approval of Appropriation Transfer
2023-85 Payment of Vouchers
Discussion.
Mr. Wherry discussed Resolution No. 2023-81 and explained that this is a contract amendment with
Boswell for the Design, Construction Administration, and Inspection Services for Water Treatment at
Various Wells. There is additional work that is required and therefore, the contract needs to be amended.
Mr. Sciolaro discussed Resolution No. 2023-84 to explain that these are from our 2022 budget and the
Borough is just balancing our line items. This is not new money.
Mrs. Sherman asked about check #18687 for $500 to Cantor Ellen Tilem for the Menorah Lighting. She
asked if other religious organizations charge for services? Mayor Giordano responded he knew about the
charge. The others are local and therefore typically do not charge. The Borough no longer has a Rabbi in
town and last year Cantor Tilem performed that service for free. This year there was a charge for the
blessing of the new menorah and the service.
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 5 JANUARY 24, 2023
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Cericola X
Ritchie X X
Schatz X
Sciolaro X X
Sherman X
Weber X
Mayor Giordano
PUBLIC HEARING & ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE(S) – None.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE(S)
Mayor Giordano asked the Clerk to read Ordinance No. 2023-#01 by title.
Ordinance No. 2023-#01 - AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE CHAPTER 35 BUSINESS INSURANCE REGISTRY AND
REQUIRING LIABILITY INSURANCE AND ANNUAL REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR BUSINESSES AND
OWNERS OF A RENTAL UNIT OR UNITS IN THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF
WALDWICK
Council Comments. Mr. Sciolaro commented that this is a new state law for businesses and multi-family
rental units to provide proof of a certain level of insurance coverage to the Borough on a yearly basis and
for the Borough to maintain those records. We are merely complying with the law.
Mayor Giordano stated that a motion is in order to move and pass the ordinance on first reading and that
it be advertised in the official newspaper of the municipality as required by law, setting a public hearing
for Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 7:30 pm or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard.
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Cericola X
Ritchie X X
Schatz X
Sciolaro X X
Sherman X
Weber X
Mayor Giordano
**********
Mayor Giordano asked the Clerk to read Ordinance No. 2023-#02 by title.
Ordinance No. 2023-#02 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 29 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, SECTION 29-
12 HOURS OF OPERATION RESTRICTED TO CLARIFY RESTRICTED HOURS, SEVEN (7) DAYS A WEEK
Council Comments. Mr. Wherry commented that the Police Department requested that this Borough
code be updated to make it consistent that for every day of the week, licensed premises in town cannot
sell, serve, or deliver alcohol from 2:00 am – 11:00 am. The current code provides operating hour
exceptions for New Year’s Day when it falls on a weekday and when it falls on a Sunday, and these
exceptions were found by the Police Department to be confusing and unnecessary.
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 6 JANUARY 24, 2023
Mayor Giordano stated that a motion is in order to move and pass the ordinance on first reading and that
it be advertised in the official newspaper of the municipality as required by law, setting a public hearing
for Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 7:30 pm or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard.
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Cericola X X
Ritchie X
Schatz X
Sciolaro X X
Sherman X
Weber X
Mayor Giordano
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Mayor Giordano spoke with an Eagle Scout candidate who was going to renumber doors and areas in
Tamaron; however, he is now going to continue the trail his sister started as her Eagle Scout Project in
Brookview Park. Once he provides the paperwork, he will come in for a presentation to the Council.
NEW BUSINESS – None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Giordano asked if any member of the public wished to come forward and to discuss anything and
if so, please state your name and address for the record.
Michael McHugh, 79 Bergen Avenue asked about the strips in street near his home and if they were part
of the traffic study. Mr. McHugh wished the strips were left for a longer period of time to include the
weekend.
Mr. Wherry responded that they were and were there for a 24 hours period.
Mr. McHugh reviewed the 4½ years of crash data he received from Lt. Seifert for the streets in high
immediate area and presented that data to the Council for those cars coming onto or off Route 17.
55 accidents; 28 intersections and 27 onto or off Route 17. About a 50%-50% split and one fatal accident.
On Bergen Avenue alone there were 9 incidents, 5 coming off and 4 going on Route 17 where accidents
were caused. The property at 190 Summit has had house or property hit 8 times or more than once a
year over the 4½ year period. 22 accidents resulted in property damage. Route 17 accidents were 91%
were the fault of out-of-town individuals.
Mr. McHugh will be reviewing his analysis with Lt. Seifert.
CLOSED SESSION - Any matter permitted to be discussed in Closed Session pursuant N.J.S.A. 10:4-12
None.
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 7 JANUARY 24, 2023
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Mayor and Council at its Regular Meeting on MOTION
by Mr. Sciolaro, seconded by Mr. Ritchie and on roll call carried the meeting adjourned at 8:13 pm.
Adopted: February 14, 2023
__________________________________
KELLEY HALEWICZ, RMC/CMC
MUNICIPAL CLERK
Agenda
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA 1
AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE MAYOR & COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2023 AT 7:30 PM
IN THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING COUNCIL CHAMBERS
63 FRANKLIN TURNPIKE, WALDWICK
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg4tHscIiffyJFkQ6tfMmUA/streams
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE - This meeting is being held in conformance with the Sunshine Law.
Notice of time, date and place has been furnished to The Bergen Record and The Ridgewood
News. Notice has also been posted on the bulletin board of the Administrative Building.
III. ROLL CALL
Mayor Giordano ____, Ms. Cericola ____, Mr. Ritchie ____, Mr. Schatz ____,
Mr. Sciolaro ____, Mrs. Sherman ____, Mrs. Weber ____.
Also present: Borough Administrator Patrick Wherry, Grants Administrator Matthew Guilder,
Borough Clerk Kelley Halewicz and Borough Attorney Craig Bossong.
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, MOMENT OF SILENCE HONORING VETERANS & PRAYER
V. PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
a. Recognition of William Schmidt
VI. MAYOR’S REPORT AND REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
a. Mayor’s Report - Mayor Giordano
b. Financial & Administrative Committee - Mr. Sciolaro
c. Fire & Police Protection Committee - Ms. Cericola
d. Public Safety Committee - Mrs. Sherman
e. Recreational & Health Committee - Mrs. Weber
f. Public Works Committee - Mr. Ritchie
g. Buildings & Grounds Committee - Mr. Schatz
VII. DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
VIII. CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS
2023-76 Approval of Consent Agenda
Policy Votes
a. Kayla Gunderson requests to use Pavilion A on April 8 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm for Private
Event with alcoholic beverages being served
2023-77 Approval of Minutes - Recessed December 13, 2022 Regular Meeting, January 3, 2023;
Reorganization Meeting, January 3, 2023 and Regular Meeting, January 10, 2023
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA 2
2023-78 Authorizing Acceptance of the 2022 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund Municipal
Program Grant for Municipal Park Improvements - Brookview Park: Pedestrian
Footbridge and Primitive Walking Trails
2023-79 Authorize Increase in Non-Fair and Open, Open-Ended Contract with H2M Architects &
Engineers in an Amount Not to Exceed $27,681.00
2023-80 Award Fair and Open Contract to Bryan Electric for DCFC Charging Station and
Installation, $254,113.94
2023-81 Non-Fair and Open Contract to Boswell Engineering for Design, Construction
Administration, and Inspection Services for Water Treatment at Various Wells,
$220,000.00
2023-82 Authorize Special Budget Meetings - various
2023-83 Appointment of Emergency Temporary Help - John Milano and Jim O’Connell
2023-84 Approval of Appropriation Transfer
2023-85 Payment of Vouchers
IX. PUBLIC HEARING & ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE(S)
X. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE(S)
a. Ordinance No. 2023-#01 - AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE CHAPTER 35 BUSINESS INSURANCE
REGISTRY AND REQUIRING LIABILITY INSURANCE AND ANNUAL REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
FOR BUSINESSES AND OWNERS OF A RENTAL UNIT OR UNITS IN THE REVISED GENERAL
ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
b. Ordinance No. 2023-#02 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 29 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES,
SECTION 29-12 HOURS OF OPERATION RESTRICTED TO CLARIFY RESTRICTED HOURS, SEVEN (7)
DAYS A WEEK
XI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
XII. NEW BUSINESS
XIII. PUBLIC COMMENT
XIV. CLOSED SESSION - Any matter permitted to be discussed in Closed Session pursuant
N.J.S.A. 10:4-12
XV. ADJOURNMENT
KELLEY HALEWICZ, RMC/CMC
MUNICIPAL CLERK
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-76
Approval of Consent Agenda
BE IT RESOLVED that the following resolutions herewith listed by consent having been considered by the
Governing Body of the Borough of Waldwick are hereby passed and approved:
2023-76 Approval of Consent Agenda
Policy Votes
a. Kayla Gunderson requests to use Pavilion A on April 8 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm for Private Event
with alcoholic beverages being served
2023-77 Approval of Minutes - Recessed December 13, 2022 Regular Meeting, January 3, 2023;
Reorganization Meeting, January 3, 2023 and Regular Meeting, January 10, 2023
2023-78 Authorizing Acceptance of the 2022 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund Municipal Program
Grant for Municipal Park Improvements - Brookview Park: Pedestrian Footbridge and Primitive
Walking Trails
2023-79 Authorize Increase in Non-Fair and Open, Open-Ended Contract with H2M Architects &
Engineers in an Amount Not to Exceed $27,681.00
2023-80 Award Fair and Open Contract to Bryan Electric for DCFC Charging Station and Installation,
$254,113.94
2023-81 Non-Fair and Open Contract to Boswell Engineering for Design, Construction Administration,
and Inspection Services for Water Treatment at Various Wells, $220,000.00
2023-82 Authorize Special Budget Meetings - various
2023-83 Appointment of Emergency Temporary Help - John Milano and Jim O’Connell
2023-84 Approval of Appropriation Transfer
2023-85 Payment of Vouchers
Approved: ________________________________
Thomas A. Giordano, Mayor
I hereby certify that the above Resolution
was adopted by the Mayor and Council
of the Borough of Waldwick at its Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Cericola
Regular Meeting of January 24, 2023.
Ritchie
Schatz
_________________________________ Sciolaro
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Sherman
Municipal Clerk Weber
Mayor Giordano
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-77
Approval of Minutes - Recessed December 13, 2022 Regular Meeting, January 3, 2023; Reorganization
Meeting, January 3, 2023 and Regular Meeting, January 10, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby approve the following
Minutes:
Recessed December 13, 2022 Regular Meeting, January 3, 2023
Reorganization Meeting, January 3, 2023
Regular Meeting, January 10, 2023
Approved: ________________________________
Thomas A. Giordano, Mayor
I hereby certify that the above Resolution
was adopted by the Mayor and Council
of the Borough of Waldwick at its
Regular Meeting of January 24, 2023.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Cericola
Ritchie
Schatz
Sciolaro
Sherman
Weber
Mayor Giordano
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-78
(Page 1 of 2)
Authorizing Acceptance of the 2022 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund Municipal Program Grant
for Municipal Park Improvements - Brookview Park: Pedestrian Footbridge and Primitive Walking Trails
BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick wish to enter into a Bergen
County Trust Fund Project Contract with the County of Bergen for the purpose of using a $127,995
matching grant award from the 2022 Funding Round of the Bergen County Open Space, Recreation,
Floodplain Protection, Farmland & Historic Preservation Trust Fund for the municipal park project entitled
Brookview Park: Pedestrian Footbridge and Primitive Walking Trails located at Block 73 Lot 3.03, on the
tax maps of the Borough of Waldwick; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council hereby authorize Patrick Wherry to be a signatory
to the aforesaid Contract; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council hereby acknowledge that, in general, the use of this
Trust Fund grant towards this approved park project must be completed by or about December 15, 2024;
and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council acknowledge that the grant will be disbursed to the
municipality as a reimbursement upon submittal of certified Trust Fund payment and project completion
documents and municipal vouchers, invoices, proofs of payment, and other such documents as may be
required by the County in accordance with the Trust Fund’s requirements; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council acknowledge that the grant disbursement to the
municipality will be equivalent to fifty (50%) percent of the eligible construction costs incurred (not to
exceed total grant award) applied towards only the approved park improvements identified in the
aforesaid Contract in accordance with the Trust Fund’s requirements. Professional Services costs may be
reimbursed from grant award’s unexpended balance, should there be a balance.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-78
(Page 2 of 2)
Approved: ________________________________
Thomas A. Giordano, Mayor
I hereby certify that the above Resolution
was adopted by the Mayor and Council
of the Borough of Waldwick at its
Regular Meeting of January 24, 2023.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Cericola
Ritchie
Schatz
Sciolaro
Sherman
Weber
Mayor Giordano
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-79
(Page 1 of 2)
Authorize Increase in Non-Fair and Open, Open-Ended Contract with H2M Architects & Engineers in an
Amount Not to Exceed $27,681.00
WHEREAS, the Water Department required hydrogeological and drinking water compliance advisory
services and approved Resolution No. 2022-#114 at the Regular Meeting of February 22, 2022 in the
amount not to exceed $25,000; and,
WHEREAS, the Borough wishes to increase the amount not to exceed by $2,681.00 which is needed to
cover necessary professional services provided by H2M Architects & Engineers for hydrogeological and
compliance services; and,
WHEREAS, H2M Architects & Engineers has been determined to be the most advantageous provider of
hydrogeological and drinking water compliance advisory services, cost and other factors considered; and,
WHEREAS, this contract is being awarded as a non-fair and open and is in conformance with the provisions
of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq.; and,
WHEREAS, H2M Architects & Engineers, has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure
Certification which certifies H2M Architects & Engineers has not made any reportable contributions to a
political or candidate committee in the Borough of Waldwick in the previous one year, and that the
contract will prohibit H2M Architects & Engineers from making any reportable contributions through the
term of the contract.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick authorize the
increase of $2,681.00 for a total contract amount of $27,681.00, to H2M Architects & Engineers, 119
Cherry Hill Road, Suite 110, Parsippany, NJ 07054 for hydrogeological and drinking water compliance
advisory services.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION 2023-79
(Page 2 of 2)
Approved: ________________________________
Thomas A. Giordano, Mayor
I hereby certify that the above Resolution
was adopted by the Mayor and Council
of the Borough of Waldwick at its Regular
Meeting of January 24, 2023.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Cericola
Ritchie
Schatz
Sciolaro
Sherman
Weber
Mayor Giordano
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-80
(Page 1 of 2)
Award Fair and Open Contract to Bryan Electric for DCFC Charging Station and Installation, $254,113.94
WHEREAS, the Borough of Waldwick intends to purchase and have installed a DCFC Charging Station; and,
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-10 and N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12 permit municipalities to award public contracts
without public bidding when the vendor is approved under the State of New Jersey Cooperative
Purchasing Program for any State contracts entered into on behalf of the State by the Division of Purchase
and Property in the Department of the Treasury; and,
WHEREAS, Bryan Electric. has submitted the attached quote for a DCFC charging station that includes all
equipment and installation at a total price of $254,113.94; and,
WHEREAS, Bryan Electric is on NJ State Approved Co-Op #65MCESCCPS, Bid #ESCNJ 18/19-40 Electric
Vehicle Charging Stations; and,
WHEREAS, the contracts were awarded through a fair and open process, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4
et seq.; and,
WHEREAS, Colleen Ennis, Chief Financial Officer, has certified, this contract award is subject to the
availability and appropriation of sufficient funds in the 2023 budget. Upon adoption of the 2023
appropriations, the Chief Financial Officer will review the same to determine whether sufficient funds are
available.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick authorize
the purchase and installation of a DCFC charging station from Bryan Electric, 1800 East State Street, Suite
150 C, Hamilton, NJ 08609 at the cost of 254,113.94.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-80
(Page 2 of 2)
Approved: ________________________________
Thomas A. Giordano, Mayor
I hereby certify that the above Resolution
was adopted by the Mayor and Council
of the Borough of Waldwick at its Regular
Meeting of January 24, 2023.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Cericola
Ritchie
Schatz
Sciolaro
Sherman
Weber
Mayor Giordano
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-81
(Page 1 of 2)
Non-Fair and Open Contract to Boswell Engineering for Design, Construction Administration, and
Inspection Services for Water Treatment at Various Wells, $220,000.00
WHEREAS, Boswell Engineering has assisted the Borough in designing water treatment systems for per-
and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including survey, preliminary design, final design, regulatory
permitting, and contract administration and inspection; and,
WHEREAS, during the design phase it was determined that treatment systems could not be installed at
well 5, and instead water would have to be piped from well 5 to well 4 for treatment, requiring the
installation of 1,460 linear feet of pipe; and,
WHEREAS, during permitting review by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP),
the DEP required modifications be made to the design, including installation of additional 430 linear feet
of piping for chlorine contact time, modification of chlorine injection points, and installation of generator
quick connect boxes at five wells; and
WHEREAS, these additions add approximately 100 days to construction, during which full time
construction inspection is required; and,
WHEREAS, Boswell Engineering submitted the attached proposal dated January 9, 2023, for the increased
design and construction administration and inspection services, in the amount of $220,000.00; and,
WHEREAS, this contract is being awarded as a non-fair and open and is in conformance with the provisions
of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq.; and,
WHEREAS, Boswell Engineering, has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification
which certifies Boswell Engineering has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate
committee in the Borough of Waldwick in the previous one year, and that the contract will prohibit
Boswell Engineering from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract; and,
WHEREAS, Chief Financial Officer, has certified that $220,000.00 is available in the following
appropriation: W-06-55-595-102, and has further certified that this commitment together with all
previously made commitments and payments does not exceed the funds available in said appropriation;
and has further certified that the funds available in the said appropriation are intended for the purpose
herein committed.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-81
(Page 1 of 2)
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick authorize
Boswell Engineering, 330 Phillips Avenue, P. O. Box 3152, South Hackensack, NJ 07606 to Design,
Construction Administration, and Inspection Services for Water Treatment at Various Wells in the amount
of $220,000.00; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Municipal Clerk is hereby authorized to advertise notice of same in the
official newspaper of the municipality as provided by law.
Approved: ________________________________
Thomas A. Giordano, Mayor
I hereby certify that the above Resolution
was adopted by the Mayor and Council
of the Borough of Waldwick at its Regular
Meeting of January 24, 2023.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Cericola
Ritchie
Schatz
Sciolaro
Sherman
Weber
Mayor Giordano
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-82
Authorize Special Budget Meetings - various
BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipal Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby approves Special Budget
Meetings on the following dates and times in the Administration Building, Council Chambers to discuss
the 2023 Municipal Budget; and,
Saturday, February 4, 2023, 8:30 am
Tuesday, February 7, 2023, 6:30 pm
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Municipal Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby authorize the
Clerk to advertise notice of same in the official newspaper of the municipality as provided by law.
Approved: ________________________________
Thomas A. Giordano, Mayor
I hereby certify that the above Resolution
was adopted by the Mayor and Council
of the Borough of Waldwick at its Regular
Meeting of January 24, 2023.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Cericola
Ritchie
Schatz
Sciolaro
Sherman
Weber
Mayor Giordano
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-83
Appointment of Emergency Temporary Help - John Milano and Jim O’Connell
BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick that John Milano and Jim O’Connell
are hereby appointed as Emergency Temporary Help effective January 1, 2023; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Mr. Milano and Mr. O’Connell shall serve at an hourly rate of $38.00.
Approved: ________________________________
Thomas A. Giordano, Mayor
I hereby certify that the above Resolution
was adopted by the Mayor and Council
of the Borough of Waldwick at its Regular
Meeting of January 24, 2023.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Cericola
Ritchie
Schatz
Sciolaro
Sherman
Weber
Mayor Giordano
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-84
Approval of Appropriation Transfer – COMING FROM CFO
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:4-59 allows for transfer of budget appropriations during the first three months of
the succeeding budget year under certain circumstances; and,
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has determined that certain accounts need additional funds to pay
certain commitments.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that transfer of appropriations be made as follows:
Current Fund
Department/Category From To
Approved: ________________________________
Thomas A. Giordano, Mayor
I hereby certify that the above Resolution
was adopted by the Mayor and Council
of the Borough of Waldwick at its Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Regular Meeting of January 24, 2023. Cericola
Ritchie
_________________________________ Schatz
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Sciolaro
Municipal Clerk Sherman
Weber
Mayor Giordano
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-85
Payment of Vouchers – COMING FROM CFO
Approved: ________________________________
Thomas A. Giordano, Mayor
I hereby certify that the above Resolution
was adopted by the Mayor and Council
of the Borough of Waldwick at its
Regular Meeting of January 24, 2023.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Cericola
Ritchie
Schatz
Sciolaro
Sherman
Weber
Mayor Giordano
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE
Date: January 24, 2023
Mayor Giordano asked the Clerk to read the Ordinance No. 2023-#01 by title:
Mayor: A motion is in order to move and pass the ordinance on first reading, and that the Municipal
Clerk be authorized to publish said Ordinance and Notice of Hearing in accordance with law, with the
Public Hearing on said Ordinance to be held at 7:30 pm or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard on Tuesday, February 14, 2023.
Motion: ______
Seconded: ______
Roll Call:
_____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____
Cericola Ritchie Schatz Sciolaro Sherman Weber Giordano
Ordinance No. 2023-#01 AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE CHAPTER 35 BUSINESS INSURANCE
REGISTRY AND REQUIRING LIABILITY INSURANCE AND ANNUAL
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR BUSINESSES AND OWNERS
OF A RENTAL UNIT OR UNITS IN THE REVISED GENERAL
ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
WHEREAS, Governor Murphy signed into law S-1368 requiring all business owners and owners of
multifamily rental units to maintain certain levels of liability insurance; and
WHEREAS, S-1368 also requires all business owners and owners of multifamily rental units to annually
register a certificate of insurance with the municipality where the business or rental unit is located; and
WHEREAS, S-1368 authorizes municipalities to charge a reasonable administrative fee for the certificate
of registration and provides for the collection of a fine for the failure to file the certificate of insurance
annually.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick, County of
Bergen, State of New Jersey, the following section is added as follows:
Chapter 35 BUSINESS INSURANCE REGISTRY.
35-1 Businesses and Owners of a Rental Unit or Units Registration Required.
The owner of a business, owner of a rental unit or units, and the owner of a multifamily home of four or
fewer units, one of which is owner occupied, shall annually register a certificate of insurance with the
Borough Clerk, on or before February 1st of each year or within thirty (30) days of obtaining ownership
of the property.
35-2 Registration Fee.
There shall be an annual administrative fee in the amount of $25.00.
35-3 Liability Insurance Requirements for Registration.
Except as provided in subsection b. of this section, the owner of a business or the owner of a rental unit
or units shall maintain liability insurance for negligent acts and omissions in an amount of no less than
$500,000 for combined property damage and bodily injury to or death of one or more persons in any
one accident or occurrence.
The owner of a multifamily home which is four or fewer units, one of which is owner occupied, shall
maintain liability insurance for negligent acts and omissions in an amount of no less than $300,000 for
combined property damage and bodily injury to or death of one or more persons in any one accident or
occurrence.
35-4 Penalty
Failure to annually register a certificate of insurance on or before February 1st of each year, of within
thirty (30) days of obtaining ownership of the property, shall result in a fine of $500.00 which shall be
collected through a summary proceeding pursuant to the “Penalty Enforcement Law of 1999”, P.L. 1999,
c. 274 (C.2A-58-10, et seq.)
All provisions of this ordinance are severable. If for any reason, any provision of this ordinance is held to
be invalid, the validity of the remainder of the ordinance shall not be affected.
This ordinance shall take effect upon final passage and publication thereof required by law.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE
Date: January 24, 2023
Mayor Giordano asked the Clerk to read the Ordinance No. 2023-#02 by title:
Mayor: A motion is in order to move and pass the ordinance on first reading, and that the Municipal Clerk
be authorized to publish said Ordinance and Notice of Hearing in accordance with law, with the Public
Hearing on said Ordinance to be held at 7:30 pm or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard on
Tuesday, February 14, 2023.
Motion: ______
Seconded: ______
Roll Call:
_____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____
Cericola Ritchie Schatz Sciolaro Sherman Weber Giordano
Ordinance No. 2023-#02 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 29 ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES, SECTION 29-12 HOURS OF OPERATION
RESTRICTED TO CLARIFY RESTRICTED HOURS, SEVEN (7)
DAYS A WEEK
BE IT ORDAINED that the Municipal Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby amends Chapter 29 –
Alcoholic Beverages, Section 29-12 Hours of Operation Restricted to clarify restricted hours, seven (7) days
a week. The changes to Code of the Borough of Waldwick below shows deletions to the code in
strikethrough and additions in underline as follows:
§ 29-12 Hours of operation restricted.
A. No licensee shall sell, serve or deliver or allow, permit or suffer the sale, service or delivery of any
alcoholic beverage or allow the consumption of any alcoholic beverage on the licensed premises
on New Year's Day when it is a weekday between the hours of 5:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.; seven (7) days a week. ; on New Year's Day when it is a Sunday between the hours of
5:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.; on other weekdays between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.; on
other Sundays between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
B. The hours specified herein shall be deemed and construed to refer to the prevailing time.
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