Council Meeting
Regular MeetingWaldwick, NJ · January 23, 2024
Minutes
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 1 JANUARY 23, 2024
MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE MAYOR & COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
HELD ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2024 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, Mr. Brennecke, Ms. Cericola,
Mr. Martinello, Mr. Ramundo, Mr. Ritchie and Mrs. Weber.
Also present: Steven J. Neale, Borough Administrator; Matthew Guilder, Grants Administrator; Kelley
Halewicz, Municipal Clerk and Katherine Fina for 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
Mayor Giordano presented the winners of the third Annual Mayor’s Holiday Lighting Contest with a
certificate and gift card.
MAYOR’S REPORT AND REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
Mayor’s Report. Mayor Giordano commented about the Council Reorganization as well as the other
boards coming together to reorganize.
Financial & Administrative Committee. Mr. Ritchie commented on the 2024 budget which he met with
Steve and Colleen to provide preliminary thoughts. The first budget meeting is Tuesday night and the
process will be ongoing.
Fire & Police Protection Committee. Mr. Brennecke commented that he had a family medical emergency
and was unable to meet with the department heads for his committee as he had intended. Mr. Brennecke
will due that before the next meeting and have a full report.
Public Safety Committee. Ms. Cericola attended the Ambulance Corps monthly meeting held on January
15. She was pleased to meet everyone. President John Papendick ran the meeting and they discussed
many important topics including training, Standing Committee appointments, high school outreach and
much more.
Ms. Cericola also mentioned that on January 17, WALVAC members Adrian Domaradsky, Jake Scro, and
Ashley Statuto responded to a CPR in progress. Officer Cron, Freeman, Garcia, and Passaretti were also
present along with Valley Paramedics. Multiple AED shocks were administered. Our new Lucas machine
was utilized to perform continuous CPR compressions. The patient is still being treated at Valley. Incident
and patient specifics are omitted due to HIPAA.
The Ambulance Corp has gone on 30 runs in January through January 22. For 21 of those runs, the unit
arrived on scene in under 5 minutes and for 7 runs in under 10 minutes. Their busiest days were Saturday
and Sunday.
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 2 JANUARY 23, 2024
Recreational & Health Committee. Mr. Martinello attended the January 18 Board of Health
Reorganization Meeting. Kathy Hillringhouse, President and Donna Palladino, Vice President. There is a
new quarterly meeting schedule that was approved. They went over the December reports. Information
regarding RSVP and flu show a steady increase since the holidays. The NWBRHC contract was approved
for 2024.
Mr. Martinello reported that long time president of Waldwick Baseball & Softball Association Mark
DeMenna stepped down after 35 years of volunteer service. Troy Seifert is the new president.
Registration is open for Waldwick Baseball & Softball, for pre-K – 8th grade. Opening day is scheduled for
April 27. Also, Lacrosse registration is open. This program is part of a Co-Op with surrounding
communities.
Public Works Committee. Mr. Ramundo met with Mr. LaTorre to learn what DPW is responsible for and
met with the entire DPW team as well as expectations. They discussed water, recycling, and work
allocation. There have been three snow events that have been flawless.
Buildings & Grounds Committee. Mrs. Weber reported that part of the 2024 budget will be to upgrade
critical infrastructure. The renovations to Borough Hall 2nd floor will be going to bid shortly as well as the
renovations to WALVAC. The PFOS well upgrade is on schedule with one minor delay. The charging
stations being installed at Borough Hall have been delayed again.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
Administrator. Mr. Neale commented that the Assessment program has been completed and letters went
out to resident and in person meetings begin tomorrow. Mr. Neale can answer general questions but
residents should call Appraisal Systems to schedule a meeting. There will be evening meetings as well as
weekend meetings with residents who wish to discuss their property.
With regards to the budget, Mr. Neale has been meeting with Colleen and Matthew to put together real
numbers for the Finance Committee meeting on Friday. The Special meeting on Tuesday night at 6:30 pm
will be to discuss the Capital budget. The Operating budget discussion will take place on Saturday,
February 3 starting at 8:30 am.
Mr. Neale explained that he is aware of water and flooding issues throughout the Borough and has been
meeting and addressing with residents. There are a lot of issues around town.
Mr. Neale commented on the Waldwick Home Improvement Program flyers that have updated income
levels for 2024 and posted on our website as well as Borough Hall and Library. Several residents have
already taken advantage of this program to have roofs, windows, heating systems upgraded.
Finally, there is a resolution on the agenda to hire a DPW Laborer I which is much needed for the
department and if approved will start tomorrow.
Municipal Clerk. Mrs. Halewicz explained Resolution 2024-57 and 58 as well as updated figures for
Resolution 2024-68.
Mrs. Halewicz explained that the digital version available on our website. Please take the time to read as
the information contained in the calendar is up to date and accurate.
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 3 JANUARY 23, 2024
With regards to election, this is a big year ahead of us with the Presidential and County Committee
Elections which will all be discussed at the BC Election officials Annual Election meeting on February 22 in
Hackensack.
April 10 - Deadline for Change of Party Affiliation Declaration forms. Form on Election page of our website.
Mrs. Halewicz explained that dog licensing ongoing. Late fees go into effect on March 1. We have issued
333 to date. Reminder for those that we called, to come pick up your dog tags. If residents are in need
of a rabies shot, there are a number of municipalities who are having free rabies clinics. Information on
our website and Clerk’s office.
Mrs. Halewicz thanked all the residents for supporting those in need with donations for the Food Drive.
The bin is overflowing and will be dropped off to the Center for Food Action this week. This Food Drive
will be ongoing with the next donation going to Families for Families.
Grants Administrator. Mr. Guilder reported that generally at this meeting in past years, there would be
resolutions for non-fair and open contracts to various vendors. The State waived the requirement last
year and the Council authorized him to approve these types of contracts. All the paperwork has been put
together for these contracts to comply with the law. If any Council Member or residents want to know
about any of these contracts, please reach out.
Mr. Guilder reported that the resolution to accept the BC Open Space Grant for Lions Park in the amount
of $89,780.00. The Borough already received $70,000.00 for Lions Park Playground and will be authorizing
other Recreation grant applications for this project in 2024. There was a meeting with the engineering,
DPW Superintendent, Administrator to discuss this project with a tentative date of Memorial Day 2025 to
complete the playground.
Attorney. Kate had no report.
CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-55
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:
2024-55 Approval of Consent Agenda
2024-56 Approval of Minutes - Recessed December 12, 2023 Regular Meeting, January 6, 2024;
Reorganization Meeting, January 6, 2024
Policy Votes
a. Ashley Basules requests to use Pavilion A on April 13, 2024 from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm for a birthday
party with alcoholic beverages being served
b. Mark Goodell requests to use Pavilion B on July 13, 2024 from 12:00 pm – dusk for a gathering with
alcoholic beverages being served
c. Nora & Dennis Smith requests to use Pavilion A on July 20, 2024 from 12:00 pm – dusk for a birthday
party with alcoholic beverages being served
d. Waldwick Pistol & Rifle Club requests to use Pavilion A on September 8, 2024 from 6:00 am – 6:00
pm for annual picnic with alcoholic beverages being served
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 4 JANUARY 23, 2024
e. Arthur Barthold/WHS Class of 1974 requests to use Pavilion A on September 21, 2024 from 12:00
pm – dusk for 50th Class Reunion with alcoholic beverages being served
f. The Village School requests to use The Oval on June 12, 2024 from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm for our eight
grade graduates to gather for yearbook signing
2024-57 Amend Resolution 2023-208 - Authorizing Annual Appointment of Municipal Representatives
to Bergen County Community Development Regional Committees, FY 2023-2024
2024-58 Authorizing Annual Appointment of Municipal Representatives to Bergen County Community
Development Regional Committees FY2024 Covering Period July 1, 2024 through June 30,
2025
2024-59 Authorize Application to 2024 DCA Local Recreation Improvement Grant
2024-60 Authorizing Acceptance of the 2023 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund Municipal
Program Grant for Municipal Park Improvements - Borough Park: ADA Accessible Playground,
Fencing, Pavers and Benches
2024-61 Award Fair and Open, Open-Ended Contract with Rachles/Michele’s Oil Co., Inc., in an Amount
Not to Exceed $150,000.00
2024-62 Award Non-Fair & Open Professional Services Contract for Risk Manager - Frank Covelli of
Professional Insurance Associates
2024-63 Authorize Advertisement and Receipt of Bids for Interior Renovations to Waldwick Volunteer
Ambulance Corps
2024-64 Authorize Advertisement and Receipt of Bids for Borough of Waldwick Administration
Building Second Floor Interior Alterations
2024-65 Appointment of Laborer 1 - Harrison Linnartz
2024-66 Adoption of 2024 Council Manual
2024-67 Authorizing Refund of Permit Fee - 36-4 Tamaron Drive
2024-68 Authorize Refund of Permit Fee - 19 W. Prospect Street
2024-69 Senior Citizen Deduction Refund
2024-70 Redemption of Tax Title Lien #23-00632
2024-71 Payment of Vouchers
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Brennecke X
Cericola X
Martinello X X
Ramundo X X
Ritchie 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. 2024-#01 by title.
Ordinance No. 2024-#01 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2020-#01 TO ADD SECTION 10-6
BEAUTIFICATION SUBCOMMITTEE, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AND RENUMBER REMAINING
SECTIONS ACCORDINGLY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 5 JANUARY 23, 2024
Council Comments. Mayor Giordano explained that this ordinance will formalize the Beautification
Committee. This will bring a larger pool of volunteers to help with projects as the committees will all be
working together.
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 13, 2024 at 7:30 pm or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard.
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Brennecke X
Cericola X
Martinello X
Ramundo X X
Ritchie X X
Weber X
Mayor Giordano
UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
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 only for the record.
Ken Gimelli spoke to the issue of the water situation on Scott Street. He is a 32-year resident and since
August, there has definitely been a change and our properties have been ruined.
Virginia Casey spoke to the issue of the water situation on Scott Street. She has lived in Waldwick for over
52 years. She has to grab the telephone pole to get over the water that has frozen over, luckily today it
melted so now she just needs to get over the large puddle. This water has been moving since August or
September and she provided photos. The town should camera the pipe as there was an easement put in
place 30 years ago. There is also scum and algae there, which she deems a health hazard. She feels the
town just keeps putting a band-aid on it.
Mr. Neale explained that the pipes were cambered and there were not leaks detected. This is a low-lying
area and the water table is very high due to all the storms we keep having.
Joseph McHale spoke to the issue of Hudson Avenue and the need for the entire street to be repaved as
it is hazardous. There are numerous potholes and putting more macadam down is not fixing the problem.
The road has not been paved in a really long time.
Chris Feltman spoke to the issue of Hudson Avenue and the need for the entire street to be repaved. The
Borough provided a verbal commitment last year and nothing happened. This is the third year we have
showed up to meetings to complain about the condition of the road. He has twisted his ankle walking
and there are kids in the street dodging divots while they skateboarding or riding bikes.
Eerin Verdesca spoke to the issue of Hudson Avenue and submitted photos to the Council. She was here
last year and reiterated that it is not safe.
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 6 JANUARY 23, 2024
Theresa Sherman spoke to the issue of the water on Scott Street which is near Smithfield Road. Some of
her neighbors has huge water problem. There is always standing water. Also suggested Nixle alerts for
residents to clear storm drains near their property. Another issue is residents are cutting down all the
trees on their property.
Mrs. Sherman spoke to the issue of Ordinance No.2024-#01 and asked why the Borough needs to involve
themselves with overseeing this group? What does planting flowers and weeding have to do with the
Environmental Committee? She requested the Council relook at the ordinance.
Al Coldon welcomed the new Council Members and wished them luck. He is concerned about residents
clear cutting their properties and asked if an ordinance could be put in place.
Mr. Neale responded that the subject of trees is on our radar as the State is requiring municipalities to
pass a tree ordinance for which the State has provided the model ordinance. The Borough will be do that
soon.
Sergio Scardigno spoke to the issue of light pollution. His neighbor installed a lumen commercial stadium
flood light on this property that shines directly into Mr. Scardigno’s living room. He is unable to open his
blinds as the light is blinding. He approached his neighbor about it and the neighbor installed a lower
lumen commercial stadium flood light that is still too bright and changed the angle. He provided photos
to the Council.
Mr. Scardigno is going to file a complaint against the neighbor tomorrow as this is no longer neighborly.
He requested the Council look to pass an ordinance prohibiting the use of commercial lighting in
residential zones. There are several towns including Brick and Long Branch who has such an ordinance.
Mayor Giordano asked that he hold off on the complaint to allow Joe Mysliwiec to go out at night to see
what is going on. If that does not solve the issue, then you can proceed but let’s see if we can solve the
issue.
Mike Feldman spoke to the issue of negotiations with baseball to allow for other sports to use those fields
as it is up for renewal this year.
Mr. Neale explained that he is trying to get an overall picture of all the recreation sport needs including
field time. He is in the process of meeting with sport boards to get an understanding.
CLOSED SESSION - Any matter permitted to be discussed in Closed Session pursuant N.J.S.A. 10:4-12
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Mayor and Council at its Regular Meeting on MOTION
by Mr. Ritchie, seconded by Ms. Cericola and on roll call carried the meeting adjourned at 8:30 pm.
Adopted: February 13, 2024
__________________________________
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 23, 2024 AT 7:30 PM
IN THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING COUNCIL CHAMBERS
63 FRANKLIN TURNPIKE, WALDWICK
To view meeting live - 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 ____, Mr. Brennecke ____, Ms. Cericola ____, Mr. Martinello ____,
Mr. Ramundo ____, Mr. Ritchie ____, Mrs. Weber ____.
Also present: Borough Administrator Steven J. Neale, Grants Administrator Matthew Guilder,
Borough Clerk Kelley Halewicz and Katherine Fina for Borough Attorney Craig Bossong.
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, MOMENT OF SILENCE HONORING VETERANS & PRAYER
V. PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
a. Mayor’s 3rd Annual House Decorating Contest Winners
VI. MAYOR’S REPORT AND REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
a. Mayor’s Report - Mayor Giordano
b. Financial & Administrative Committee - Mr. Ritchie
c. Fire & Police Protection Committee - Mr. Brennecke
d. Public Safety Committee - Ms. Cericola
e. Recreational & Health Committee - Mr. Martinello
f. Public Works Committee - Mr. Ramundo
g. Buildings & Grounds Committee - Mrs. Weber
VII. DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS
VIII. CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS
2024-55 Approval of Consent Agenda
2024-56 Approval of Minutes - Recessed December 12, 2023 Regular Meeting, January 6,
2024; Reorganization Meeting, January 6, 2024
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA 2
Policy Votes
a. Ashley Basules requests to use Pavilion A on April 13, 2024 from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm for a
birthday party with alcoholic beverages being served
b. Mark Goodell requests to use Pavilion B on July 13, 2024 from 12:00 pm – dusk for a gathering
with alcoholic beverages being served
c. Nora & Dennis Smith requests to use Pavilion A on July 20, 2024 from 12:00 pm – dusk for a
birthday party with alcoholic beverages being served
d. Waldwick Pistol & Rifle Club requests to use Pavilion A on September 8, 2024 from 6:00 am –
6:00 pm for annual picnic with alcoholic beverages being served
e. Arthur Barthold/WHS Class of 1974 requests to use Pavilion A on September 21, 2024 from
12:00 pm – dusk for 50th Class Reunion with alcoholic beverages being served
f. The Village School requests to use The Oval on June 12, 2024 from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm for
our eight grade graduates to gather for yearbook signing
2024-57 Amend Resolution 2023-208 - Authorizing Annual Appointment of Municipal
Representatives to Bergen County Community Development Regional Committees,
FY 2023-2024
2024-58 Authorizing Annual Appointment of Municipal Representatives to Bergen County
Community Development Regional Committees FY2024 Covering Period July 1, 2024
through June 30, 2025
2024-59 Authorize Application to 2024 DCA Local Recreation Improvement Grant
2024-60 Authorizing Acceptance of the 2023 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund Municipal
Program Grant for Municipal Park Improvements - Borough Park: ADA Accessible
Playground, Fencing, Pavers and Benches
2024-61 Award Fair and Open, Open-Ended Contract with Rachles/Michele’s Oil Co., Inc., in an
Amount Not to Exceed $150,000.00
2024-62 Award Non-Fair & Open Professional Services Contract for Risk Manager - Frank
Covelli of Professional Insurance Associates
2024-63 Authorize Advertisement and Receipt of Bids for Interior Renovations to Waldwick
Volunteer Ambulance Corps
2024-64 Authorize Advertisement and Receipt of Bids for Borough of Waldwick Administration
Building Second Floor Interior Alterations
2024-65 Appointment of Laborer 1 - Harrison Linnartz
2024-66 Adoption of 2024 Council Manual
2024-67 Authorizing Refund of Permit Fee - 36-4 Tamaron Drive
2024-68 Authorize Refund of Permit Fee - 19 W. Prospect Street
2024-69 Senior Citizen Deduction Refund
2024-70 Redemption of Tax Title Lien #23-00632
2024-71 Payment of Vouchers
IX. PUBLIC HEARING & ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE(S)
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA 3
X. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE(S)
a. Ordinance No. 2024-#01 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2020-#01 TO ADD
SECTION 10-6 BEAUTIFICATION SUBCOMMITTEE, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AND
RENUMBER REMAINING SECTIONS ACCORDINGLY
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
***NEXT MEETING IS TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2023, 6:30 PM, SPECIAL BUDGET MEETING***
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-55
(Page 1 of 2)
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:
2024-55 Approval of Consent Agenda
2024-56 Approval of Minutes - Recessed December 12, 2023 Regular Meeting, January 6, 2024;
Reorganization Meeting, January 6, 2024
Policy Votes
a. Ashley Basules requests to use Pavilion A on April 13, 2024 from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm for a birthday
party with alcoholic beverages being served
b. Mark Goodell requests to use Pavilion B on July 13, 2024 from 12:00 pm – dusk for a gathering with
alcoholic beverages being served
c. Nora & Dennis Smith requests to use Pavilion A on July 20, 2024 from 12:00 pm – dusk for a birthday
party with alcoholic beverages being served
d. Waldwick Pistol & Rifle Club requests to use Pavilion A on September 8, 2024 from 6:00 am – 6:00
pm for annual picnic with alcoholic beverages being served
e. Arthur Barthold/WHS Class of 1974 requests to use Pavilion A on September 21, 2024 from 12:00
pm – dusk for 50th Class Reunion with alcoholic beverages being served
f. The Village School requests to use The Oval on June 12, 2024 from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm for our eight
grade graduates to gather for yearbook signing
2024-57 Amend Resolution 2023-208 - Authorizing Annual Appointment of Municipal Representatives
to Bergen County Community Development Regional Committees, FY 2023-2024
2024-58 Authorizing Annual Appointment of Municipal Representatives to Bergen County Community
Development Regional Committees FY2024 Covering Period July 1, 2024 through June 30,
2025
2024-59 Authorize Application to 2024 DCA Local Recreation Improvement Grant
2024-60 Authorizing Acceptance of the 2023 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund Municipal
Program Grant for Municipal Park Improvements - Borough Park: ADA Accessible Playground,
Fencing, Pavers and Benches
2024-61 Award Fair and Open, Open-Ended Contract with Rachles/Michele’s Oil Co., Inc., in an Amount
Not to Exceed $150,000.00
2024-62 Award Non-Fair & Open Professional Services Contract for Risk Manager - Frank Covelli of
Professional Insurance Associates
2024-63 Authorize Advertisement and Receipt of Bids for Interior Renovations to Waldwick Volunteer
Ambulance Corps
2024-64 Authorize Advertisement and Receipt of Bids for Borough of Waldwick Administration
Building Second Floor Interior Alterations
2024-65 Appointment of Laborer 1 - Harrison Linnartz
2024-66 Adoption of 2024 Council Manual
2024-67 Authorizing Refund of Permit Fee - 36-4 Tamaron Drive
2024-68 Authorize Refund of Permit Fee - 19 W. Prospect Street
2024-69 Senior Citizen Deduction Refund
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-55
(Page 2 of 2)
2024-70 Redemption of Tax Title Lien #23-00632
2024-71 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 Regular
Meeting of January 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent
Brennecke
Cericola
Martinello
Ramundo
Ritchie
Weber
Mayor Giordano
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-56
Approval of Minutes - Recessed December 12, 2023 Regular Meeting, January 6, 2024; Reorganization
Meeting, January 6, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby approve the following
Minutes:
Recessed December 12, 2023 Regular Meeting - January 6, 2024
Reorganization Meeting - January 6, 2024
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-57
Amend Resolution 2023-208 - Authorizing Annual Appointment of Municipal Representatives to Bergen
County Community Development Regional Committees, FY 2023-2024
WHEREAS, the Municipality of Waldwick has entered into a three-year Cooperative Agreement with the
County of Bergen as provided under the Interlocal Services Act N.J.S.A. 40A:65a-1 et seq. and Title 1 of
the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974; and,
WHEREAS, said Agreement required that the Municipal Council appoint a representative and alternate
and that the Mayor appoint a representative and alternate for the FY 2023-2024 term starting July 1, 2023
and ending June 30, 2024; and,
WHEREAS, Councilman Don Sciolaro resigned as Councilman for the Borough of Waldwick on December
5, 2023 and was the appointed representative to the Community Development Regional Committee for
FY 2022-2023.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipal Council hereby appoints COUNCILMAN MICHAEL
RITCHIE as its representative and COUNCILMAN JOSEPH MARTINELLO as its alternate and that the Mayor
hereby appoints COLLEEN ENNIS as his representative and KELLEY HALEWICZ as his alternate to serve on
the Community Development Regional Committee for FY 2022-2023; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that an original copy of this resolution be forwarded to Robert G. Esposito,
Director; Bergen County Division of Community Development, One Bergen County Plaza, Fourth Floor,
Hackensack, NJ 07601 | resposito@co.bergen.nj.us as soon as possible.
Approved: ________________________________
Thomas A. Giordano, Mayor
I hereby cer�fy that the above Resolu�on
was adopted by the Mayor and Council
of the Borough of Waldwick at its Regular
Mee�ng of January 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-58
Authorizing Annual Appointment of Municipal Representatives to Bergen County Community
Development Regional Committees FY2024 Covering Period July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
WHEREAS, the Municipality of Waldwick has entered into a three-year Cooperative Agreement with the
County of Bergen as provided under the Interlocal Services Act N.J.S.A. 40A:65a-1 et seq. and Title 1 of
the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974; and,
WHEREAS, said Agreement required that the Municipal Council appoint a representative and alternate
and that the Mayor appoint a representative and alternate for the FY 2024-2025 term starting July 1, 2024
and ending June 30, 2025.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipal Council hereby appoints COUNCILMAN MICHAEL
RITCHIE as its representative and COUNCILMAN JOSEPH MARTINELLO as its alternate and that the Mayor
hereby appoints COLLEEN ENNIS as his representative and KELLEY HALEWICZ as his alternate to serve on
the Community Development Regional Committee for FY 2024-2025; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that an original copy of this resolution be forwarded to Robert G. Esposito,
Director; Bergen County Division of Community Development, One Bergen County Plaza, Fourth Floor,
Hackensack, NJ 07601 | resposito@co.bergen.nj.us as soon as possible and no later than Friday, February
9, 2024.
Approved: ________________________________
Thomas A. Giordano, Mayor
I hereby cer�fy that the above Resolu�on
was adopted by the Mayor and Council
of the Borough of Waldwick at its Regular
Mee�ng of January 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-59
Authorize Application to 2024 DCA Local Recreation Improvement Grant
WHEREAS, the Borough of Waldwick desires to apply for and obtain a grant from the New Jersey
Department of Community Affairs for approximately $100,000 to carry out a project to renovate the Lions
Park Playground in Borough Park.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick does hereby
authorize the application for such a grant; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Borough of Waldwick recognizes and accepts that the Department may
offer a lesser or greater amount and therefore, upon receipt of the grant agreement from the New Jersey
Department of Community Affairs, does further authorize the execution of any such grant agreement;
and also, upon receipt of the fully executed agreement from the Department, does further authorize the
expenditure of funds pursuant to the terms of the agreement between the Borough of Waldwick and the
New Jersey Department of Community Affairs; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the persons whose names and titles appear below are authorized to sign
the application, and that they or their successors in said titles are authorized to sign the agreement and
any other documents necessary in connection therewith:
Steven Neale Matthew Guilder Colleen Ennis
Borough Administrator Grants Administrator Chief Financial Officer
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-60
Authorizing Acceptance of the 2023 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund Municipal Program Grant
for Municipal Park Improvements - Borough Park: ADA Accessible Playground, Fencing, Pavers and
Benches
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 $89,780.00
matching grant award from the 2023 Funding Round of the Bergen County Open Space, Recreation,
Floodplain Protection, Farmland & Historic Preservation Trust Fund for the municipal park project entitled
Borough Park: ADA Accessible Playground, Fencing, Pavers and Benches. located at Block 154 Lot 34, on
the tax maps of the Borough of Waldwick; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council hereby authorize Steven Neale 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 13, 2025;
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.
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-61
Award Fair and Open, Open-Ended Contract with Rachles/Michele’s Oil Co., Inc., in an Amount Not to
Exceed $150,000.00
WHEREAS, the Borough require gasoline, diesel and fuel oil to operate vehicles and equipment throughout
the Borough; and,
WHEREAS, Rachles/Michele’s Oil Co., Inc., has been determined to be an advantageous provider of
gasoline, diesel and fuel oil, cost and other factors considered; and,
WHEREAS, the Borough seeks to enter an open-ended contract with Rachles/Michele’s Oil Co., Inc., for an
amount not to exceed $125,000.00 and,
WHEREAS, Rachles/Michele’s Oil Co., Inc., will provide equipment and service by request only; the
Borough is not obligated to order, accept, or pay for services except when it orders them; and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.5(b), a certification of funds is not required for this contract; and,
WHEREAS, this contract will terminate December 31, 2024; 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 an approved state contractor or part of an approved purchasing
cooperative; and,
WHEREAS, Rachles/Michele’s Oil Co., Inc., proposal is covered under NJ STATE contract 19-FLEET-00973;
and,
WHEREAS, the contracts were awarded through a fair and open process, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4
et seq.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick authorize
Rachels/Michele’s Oil Co., Inc., 116 Kuller, Road, Clifton, NJ 07011 for gasoline, diesel and fuel oil in an
open-ended contract not to exceed $150,000.00.
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-62
Award Non-Fair & Open Professional Services Contract for Risk Manager - Frank Covelli of Professional
Insurance Associates
WHEREAS, the Borough of Waldwick has resolved to join both the Bergen County Municipal Joint
Insurance Fund and the Municipal Excess Liability Joint Insurance Fund, following a detailed analysis; and,
WHEREAS, the bylaws of said Funds require that each Municipality appoint a RISK MANAGEMENT
CONSULTANT to perform various professional services as detailed in the bylaws; and,
WHEREAS, the bylaws indicate a minimum fee equal to six percent (6%) of the Municipal assessment
which expenditure represents reasonable compensation for the services required and was included in the
cost considered by the Mayor and Council; and,
WHEREAS, the judgmental nature of the Risk Management Consultant's duties renders comparative
bidding impractical; and,
WHEREAS, this contract has been awarded to Frank Covelli of Professional Insurance Associates based on
the merits and abilities of the firm to provide the services as described herein. This contract was not
awarded through a “fair and open process” pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq. As such, the
undersigned does hereby attest that the Risk Management Consultant, its subsidiaries, assigns or
principals controlling in excess of 10% of the company has neither made a contribution that is reportable
pursuant to the Election Law Enforcement Commission pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-8 or 19:44A-16, in the
one (1) year period preceding the award of the contract that would, pursuant to P.L. 2004, C.19, affect its
eligibility to perform this contract, or will it make a reportable contribution during the term of the contract
to any political party committee in the municipality if a member of that political party is serving in an
elective public office of that municipality when the contract is awarded, or to any candidate committee
of any person serving in an elective public office of that municipality when the contract is awarded.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Borough Clerk are hereby authorized and directed
to execute the Risk Management Consultant's Agreement with Frank Covelli of Professional Insurance
Associates, 429 Hackensack Street, Carlstadt, NJ 07072 as annexed hereto and made a part thereof.
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-63
Authorize Advertisement and Receipt of Bids for Interior Renovations to Waldwick Volunteer
Ambulance Corps
WHEREAS, the Waldwick Volunteer Ambulance Corps Is in need of interior renovations; and,
WHEREAS, the estimated cost of the improvements will exceed the bid threshold of $44,000.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby
authorize the advertisement and receipt of bids for interior renovations to Waldwick Volunteer
Ambulance Corps.
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-64
Authorize Advertisement and Receipt of Bids for Borough of Waldwick Administration Building Second
Floor Interior Alterations
WHEREAS, the second floor of the Waldwick Administration Building will be undergoing second floor
interior alterations in order for the Northwest Bergen Regional Health Commission to be become a tenant;
and,
WHEREAS, the estimated cost of the alterations will exceed the bid threshold of $44,000.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby
authorize the advertisement and receipt of bids for Borough of Waldwick Administration Building second
floor interior alterations.
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-65
Appointment of Laborer 1 - Harrison Linnartz
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby approve the conditional
offer to Harrison Linnartz for the position of Laborer 1 beginning January 24, 2024; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Harrison Linnartz is required to meet the conditions contained in the
Employee Handbook and Policy and Procedures Manual including a physical and drug test; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that he shall serve at a salary of $39,341.00.
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-66
Adoption of 2024 Council Manual
BE IT RESOLVED that the bylaws for the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick is hereby amended
as the 2024 Council Manual; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Municipal Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby direct that a
copy of the 2024 Council Manual be kept on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk and available for public
inspection.
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
Updated: 1/19/2024 2:38 PM
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-67
Authorizing Refund of Permit Fee - 36-4 Tamaron Drive
WHEREAS, on October 6, 2023, Charles and Barbara Gorga paid a permit fee of $390.00 for building and
electric permits at 36-4 Tamaron Drive; and,
WHEREAS, they have requested a refund of the permit fees because they decided not to move forward
with the project; and,
WHEREAS, the Borough of Waldwick’s Code Enforcement Official has recommended that the permit fee
be refunded as follows:
Permit Fee $390.00
Less State Fee $ 28.00
Less 20% Review $ 72.40
Refund Due: $289.60
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick that the CFO
is authorized to issue a refund in the amount of $289.60 to Charles and Barbara Gorga (36-4 Tamaron
Drive, Waldwick, NJ 07463) for permit #8343.
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-68
Authorizing Refund of Permit Fee – 19 W. Prospect Street
WHEREAS, on January 4, 2024 Michael Brady paid permit fees totaling $140.00 for a CO Application and
Fire Prevention at 19 W. Prospect Street; and,
WHEREAS, contract negotiations between the owner and tenant fell through, and the tenant is requesting
a refund for the CO and Fire Prevention fees; and,
WHEREAS, the Borough of Waldwick’s Code Enforcement Official has recommended that the permit fees
be refunded as follows:
Permit #C-415 CO Application Fee $ 90.00
Less 20% Review $ 72.00
Permit #24-194 Fire Prevention Fee $ 50.00
Refund Due: $122.00
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick that the CFO
is authorized to issue a refund in the amount of $122.00 to Michael Brady (174 Doxbury Lane, Suffern, NY
10901).
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-69
Senior Citizen Deduction Refund
WHEREAS, the Borough of Waldwick’s Tax Assessor has received and granted a $250 Senior Citizen’s Tax
Deduction for the 2023 tax year for Catherine Vitolo (Block 163.03/L61 – 1214 Crescent Avenue); and,
WHEREAS, the 2023 taxes have been paid in full.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick upon advice
of the Tax Assessor, hereby authorize the CFO to issue a $250 refund to Catherine Vitolo from the General
Current Fund.
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-70
Redemption of Tax Title Lien #23-00632
WHEREAS, the Tax Collector has been paid the necessary amount to redeem Tax Sale Certificate #23-
00632, in the amount of $2,045.54; and,
WHEREAS, Christiana T C/F CE1/Firstrust holds Tax Sale Certificate #23-00632; and,
WHEREAS, Tax Sale Certificate #23-00632, for Block 72.01 Lot 23 (11 Douglass Street) has been declared
to be redeemed in full by the Tax Collector of the Borough of Waldwick.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chief Financial Officer of the Borough of Waldwick be and is
hereby authorized to issue checks in the amount of $2,153.45 from the Water Operating Fund and
$17,100.00 from the Premium Trust Account to:
Christiana T C/V CE1/Firstrust
P.O. Box 5021
Philadelphia, PA 19111-5021
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Tax Collector be and is hereby authorized to cancel said Tax Sale
Certificate #3-00632, Block 72.01 Lot 23 from the record.
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 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
OF THE
BOROUGH OF WALDWICK
Bergen County, New Jersey
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-71
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 Regular
Meeting of January 23, 2024.
_________________________________
Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE
Date: January 23, 2024
Mayor Giordano asked the Clerk to read the Ordinance No. 2024-#01 by �tle:
Ordinance No. 2024-#01 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2020-#01 TO ADD SECTION 10-6
BEAUTIFICATION SUBCOMMITTEE, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AND RENUMBER REMAINING SECTIONS
ACCORDINGLY
Mayor: A mo�on is in order to move and pass the ordinance on first reading, and that the Municipal Clerk
be authorized to publish said Ordinance and No�ce of Hearing in accordance with law, with the Public
Hearing on said Ordinance to be held at 7:30 pm or as soon therea�er as the mater may be heard on
Tuesday, February 13, 2024.
Mo�on: ______
Seconded: ______
Roll Call:
_____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____
Brennecke Cericola Mar�nello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Giordano
Ordinance No. 2024-#01 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2020-#01
TO ADD SECTION 10-6 BEAUTIFICATION SUBCOMMITTEE,
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AND RENUMBER
REMAINING SECTIONS ACCORDINGLY
BE IT ORDAINED that that Municipal Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby amends Ordinance No.
2020-#01 adding Sec�on 10-6 Beau�fica�on Subcommitee with the Du�es and Responsibili�es and
renumbering of the remaining sec�ons accordingly.
Sec�on 10-6. Beau�fica�on Subcommitee. The Environmental Advisory Commitee shall establish a
subcommitee called the “Waldwick Beau�fica�on Commitee” who shall have the du�es and
responsibili�es as follows:
A. The Waldwick Beau�fica�on Commitee shall designate and plan specific sites and extended
areas, primarily under governmental ownership or control, for the beau�fica�on of major
roadways systems, median islands and entranceways throughout the Borough of Waldwick.
B. The Waldwick Beau�fica�on Commitee shall focus on developing and maintaining gardens
around the Borough as well as working on projects that can improve the look of the town and
quality of life.
C. Consist of volunteer members of the community. Volunteer applica�ons shall submit the
completed Borough of Waldwick Ci�zen Leadership Applica�on as required by law and may
also include a resume.
a. All applicants will be reviewed by the Environmental Advisory Commitee.
b. The Environmental Advisory Commitee, upon comple�on of review of the applicants, will
submit Waldwick Beau�fica�on Commitee members to the Borough Council via the
Council Liaison for approval at council mee�ng.
D. Mayor shall appoint a Member of the Borough Council as Council Liaison to the Waldwick
Beautification Committee who shall be the Chair of the Waldwick Beautification
Committee.
E. The Execu�ve Director and Council Liaison will atend mee�ngs of the Waldwick Beau�fica�on
Commitee as representa�ves of the Borough of Waldwick.
F. All proposed projects for the Borough of Waldwick must be approved by the Council before
the Environmental Advisory Commitee/Waldwick Beau�fica�on Commitee can implement
or execute them.
Sec�on 10-7. Commitee Mee�ngs/Commitments of Members.
A. No�ce of Mee�ngs. The Environmental Advisory Commitee shall meet on a regular,
monthly basis at a �me and date to be decided by a majority of its members, or as
o�en as may be necessary for the proper conduct of its du�es and responsibili�es.
B. Mee�ng Procedures. Agendas to mee�ng should be sent to all members prior to
mee�ng on the scheduled date. The order of the agenda can be changed for any
mee�ng provided that, the majority of the members present at the mee�ng agree to
the change.
The Environmental Advisory Commitee shall follow Roberts Rules of Order for
Parliamentary Procedures where there is no conflict or disagreement with this
Ordinance in which each case this Ordinance shall take precedence.
A quorum of the Environmental Advisory Commitee must be in atendance for the
conduct of business. This should consist of a minimum of five members.
C. Minutes. The Secretary of the Environmental Advisory Commitee shall keep minutes
from each mee�ng and present the minutes to the Environmental Advisory
Commitee to vote on their acceptance at subsequent mee�ngs.
Sec�on 10-8. Annual Report. The Environmental Advisory Commitee shall keep minutes of its
mee�ngs and at least once per year submit to the Mayor and Council a summary of accomplishments and
project statuses for the prior year as well as goals for the following year.
Sec�on 10-9. Establishing Budget for Commitee. The annual budget for the commitee shall
be established as per the Borough of Waldwick budgetary process and guidelines. The Commitee will
recommend to the Borough Council, via the liaison, money needed to move forward with projected costs
to cover memberships, training and/or projects related costs.
Sec�on 10-10. No salary or compensa�on. The members of the Environmental Advisory
Commitee shall receive no salary or other compensa�on for their services.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any sec�on of this Ordinance shall be held to be invalid for any
reason, such decision shall not affect the remaining por�ons of this Ordinance.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Ordinance shall become effec�ve immediately upon publica�on
as required by law.
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