Council Regular Meeting

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA 1 AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR & COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 AT 7:30 PM IN THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING COUNCIL CHAMBERS 63 FRANKLIN TURNPIKE, WALDWICK To view meeting live - https://www.youtube.com/@boroughofwaldwick2372/streams Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 251 801 788 572 9 Passcode: YY7tM9i9 Dial in by phone +1 312-549-8285,,637219271# United States, Chicago Find a local number Phone conference ID: 637 219 271# 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-Drake ____, Mr. Martinello ____, Mr. Ramundo ____, Mr. Ritchie ____, Mrs. Weber ____. Also present: Borough Administrator Tatiana Marquis, Borough Clerk Kelley Halewicz and Borough Attorney Craig Bossong. IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, MOMENT OF SILENCE HONORING VETERANS & PRAYER V. PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATION 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-Drake e. Recreational & Health Committee - Mr. Martinello f. Public Works Committee - Mr. Ramundo g. Buildings & Grounds Committee - Mrs. Weber VII. DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA 2 VIII. CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS 2025-269 Approval of Consent Agenda 2025-270 Approval of Minutes - September 9, 2025 Policy Votes a. Stacy Caraccio request to hold a Block Party on October 31 from 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm with Harrison Avenue to be closed between Frederick Street and Walter Nightengale Place with alcoholic beverages being served 2025-271 Supporting RevolutionNJ - Crossroads of the American Revolution; Waldwick’s Living History 2025-272 Approve Raffle License 2025-07 for 2025/2026 Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Association Calendar Raffle 2025-273 Appointment of Municipal Housing Liaison - Tatiana Marquis 2025-274 Appointment of the Municipal Recycling Coordinator - Tatiana Marquis 2025-275 Appointment of Public Agency Compliance Officer - Tatiana Marquis 2025-276 Appointment of Designated Employee Representatives 2025-277 Amending the Appointment of Jake Putterman as a Police Officer 2025-278 Approval of Salary - Melissa Librizzi, Clerk 1 2025-279 Appointment to the Waldwick Green Team 2025-280 Authorization to Cancel and Refund Taxes for 100% Veteran Exemption: Block 149, Lot 59 2025-281 Payment of Vouchers IX. PUBLIC HEARING & ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE(S) a. Ordinance No. 2025-#19 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 12 FIRE DEPARTMENT, SECTION 9 INSURANCE AND COMPENSATION PROTECTION, SUBSECTION 2(B)2 COMPENSATION OTHER THAN INSURANCE AND LIABILITY TO INCREASE PERCENTAGES b. Ordinance No. 2025-#20 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2025-#15, FIXING THE COMPENSATION, SALARIES AND WAGES OF OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK TO INCREASE RANGE FOR MUNICIPAL CLERK AND FIRE DEPARTMENT Resolution 2025-282 Authorize Salaries - Municipal Clerk and Fire Department X. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE(S) a. Ordinance No. 2025-#21 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 68 ENTITLED “LEAD BASED PAINT INSPECTIONS”, SECTION 83-3 FEES b. Ordinance No. 2025-#22 - AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE WALDWICK HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION BALL, INC. FOR USE OF THE OLD DPW COMPLEX XI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA 3 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, OCTOBER 14, 2025, 7:30 PM, COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING**  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-269 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: 2025-269 Approval of Consent Agenda 2025-270 Approval of Minutes - September 9, 2025 Policy Votes a. Stacy Caraccio request to hold a Block Party on October 31 from 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm with Harrison Avenue to be closed between Frederick Street and Walter Nightengale Place with alcoholic beverages being served 2025-271 Supporting RevolutionNJ - Crossroads of the American Revolution; Waldwick’s Living History 2025-272 Approve Raffle License 2025-07 for 2025/2026 Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Association Calendar Raffle 2025-273 Appointment of Municipal Housing Liaison - Tatiana Marquis 2025-274 Appointment of the Municipal Recycling Coordinator - Tatiana Marquis 2025-275 Appointment of Public Agency Compliance Officer - Tatiana Marquis 2025-276 Appointment of Designated Employee Representatives 2025-277 Amending the Appointment of Jake Putterman as a Police Officer 2025-278 Approval of Salary - Melissa Librizzi, Clerk 1 2025-279 Appointment to the Waldwick Green Team 2025-280 Authorization to Cancel and Refund Taxes for 100% Veteran Exemption: Block 149, Lot 59 2025-281 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 Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Meeting of September 30, 2025. Brennecke Cericola-Drake _________________________________ Martinello Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Ramundo Municipal Clerk Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso book, Adm, CA, CFO  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-270 Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting, September 9, 2025 BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby approve the following Minutes: Regular Meeting, September 9, 2025 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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso book  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-271 (Page 1 of 2) Supporting RevolutionNJ - Crossroads of the American Revolution; Waldwick’s Living History WHEREAS, Governor Philip Murphy and the New Jersey State Legislature created RevolutionNJ in 2018 to plan, encourage, develop, and coordinate the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, New Jersey’s pivotal role in the American Revolution, and the contributions of its diverse peoples to the nation’s past, present, and future; and, WHEREAS, the New Jersey Historical Commission, under the leadership of Secretary of State Tahesha Way, with its non-profit partner Crossroads of the American Revolution established RevolutionNJ to advance the role that history plays in public discourse, community engagement, education, tourism, and scholarship in New Jersey; and, WHEREAS, RevolutionNJ will engage New Jerseyans in all 21 counties and 564 municipalities through its officially recognized programs, initiatives, and events over the next ten years; and, WHEREAS, it is fitting and desirable that we commemorate the beginning of the Nation and the role New Jersey played over the past 250 years as well as its present and future role as part of the United States, with particular focus on the individuals, ideas, and events that shaped our Country, State, and the Borough of Waldwick; and WHEREAS, RevolutionNJ will consider the role New Jersey played during the American Revolution when it saw more battles and skirmishes than any other state and was truly the Crossroads of the American Revolution – Waldwick’s Living History; and, WHEREAS, RevolutionNJ will highlight the role New Jerseyans played beyond the battlefield during the American Revolution when people of diverse backgrounds contributed to the development of the State and the Nation in various ways and fought for the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness; and, WHEREAS, preserving, studying, and enjoying state history strengthens communities and builds bonds between New Jersey residents as we work together toward the goals of justice and equality embedded in the United States Constitution, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby endorse RevolutionNJ and its mission to advance the role that history plays in public discourse, community engagement, education, tourism and scholarship in New Jersey.  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-271 (Page 2 of 2) IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED that: 1. The Mayor and Council commemorate the 250th anniversary of the establishment of the United States as an independent Nation. 2. The Mayor and Council authorize the Borough Administrator to develop a plan for this commemoration that will promote the maximum involvement of our residents, neighborhoods, businesses, schools, civic organizations, and institutions in the commemorations. 3. The Mayor and Council further urge all its residents to reflect upon the significance of this event and the role that our State and its diverse people have played in the history and development of our Nation and to participate in this important commemoration, endeavoring to include the stories of all those whose lives are part of the history of what we now know as New Jersey, and understanding that the revolution continues today as we uphold the revolutionary ideals articulated in our founding documents. 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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-272 Approval of Calendar Raffle - Waldwick HS Graduation Ball Association BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipal Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby approves License 2025- 07 for the Calendar Raffle for the Waldwick HS Graduation Ball Association. 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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso book, Clerk  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-273 Appointment of Municipal Housing Liaison - Tatiana Marquis WHEREAS, as to be in compliance with the Council on Affordable Housing the Borough is in need of a Municipal Housing Liaison for the purposes of overseeing the Administrative Agent, serving as Waldwick’s primary point of contact for all inquiries from the State, affordable housing providers, Administrative Agents and interested households, monitoring the status of all restricted units in Waldwick’s Fair Share Plan, compiling, verifying and submitting annual monitoring reports as may be required by the Court, coordinating meetings with affordable housing providers and Administrative Agents, and attending continuing education opportunities on affordability controls, compliance monitoring and affirmative marketing at least annually and more often as needed; and, WHEREAS, the Borough is desirous of appointing Tatiana Marquis, Borough Administrator to such position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick that the Borough Administrator, Tatiana Marquis is hereby appointed as the Municipal Housing Liaison for the Borough of Waldwick; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Borough Clerk shall send a certified copy of this Resolution to all parties. 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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso book, Adm, Clerk, Personnel file  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-274 Appointment of the Municipal Recycling Coordinator - Tatiana Marquis BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipal Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby appoint Tatiana Marquis as the Municipal Recycling Coordinator for the Borough of Waldwick as per Borough Code 71-2; and N.J.S.A. 13:1E-99.16. 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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso book, Adm, Personnel file Updated: 9/26/2025 1:09 PM  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-275 Appointment of Public Agency Compliance Officer - Tatiana Marquis BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick that Tatiana Marquis is hereby appointed as Public Agency Compliance Officer effective September 27, 2025; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Municipal Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to provide notice of same to the NJ Department of Treasury in accordance with N.J.A.C. 17:27-3.2. 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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso book, Adm, Clerk, Personnel file Updated: 9/26/2025 1:09 PM  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-276 Appointment of Designated Employee Representatives WHEREAS, the United States Department of Transportation Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) regulations require organizations with one or more CDL driver to designate at least one individual as the Designated Employee Representative (D.E.R.) who is responsible to make formal decisions regarding the drug and alcohol testing program; and, WHEREAS, the D.E.R. must be an employee of the municipality or public agency and must have a complete understanding of the CDL drug and alcohol testing procedures and the employer’s policies; they must be available to receive confidential test results and other communications concerning testing of employees; and, WHEREAS, the D.E.R. must be authorized to take immediate action to remove employees from safety- sensitive duties if test results warrant that action incompliance with federal laws. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Tatiana Marquis is appointed as the Designated Employee Representative and Michael LaTorre is appointed as the backup Designated Employee Representative. 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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso, Adm, Clerk, Personnel file Updated: 9/26/2025 1:13 PM  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-277 (Page 1 of 2) Amending the Appointment of Jake Putterman as a Police Officer WHEREAS, the Borough of Waldwick, Bergen County, State of Jersey (hereinafter referred to as the "Borough") is a jurisdiction governed by Title 1lA and the Civil Service regulations and rules established under Title 4A of the Administrative Code; and, WHEREAS, P.L.2021, C.7 permits municipalities to hire police officers who may not have taken an open competitive examination for the title of Police Officer, but are otherwise duly qualified, have completed training, and hold a valid NJ Police Training Commission Certificate as Police Officer (Basic Course for Police Officer); and, WHEREAS, adopted State legislation, Bill S-3220, approved as P.L.2021, C.7, permits a municipality to exempt any person for an entry-level law enforcement person from taking the Civil Service law enforcement exam, as long as they have completed the full Basic Course for Police Officers training course at a school approved and authorized by the New Jersey Police Training commission; and, WHEREAS, subsequently the legislature amended P.L.2021, C.7. to require that the full Basic Course for Correction Officers training course be taken within nine (9) months from the date of hire as a temporary entry-level officer; and, WHEREAS, the legislation requires that a municipal police department may hire a person under this exemption only upon adoption of a conflict of interest and nepotism policy; and, WHEREAS, the Borough has duly established written policies governing nepotism and conflicts of interest and meets all the criteria to utilize this exemption; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution 2022-208 the Borough has affirmatively "opted in" and authorized such a hiring policy; and, WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator in consultation with the Police Chief is recommending that that the Borough make a conditional offer of employment to Jake Putterman as a police officer at the annual salary of $42,215.00 effective September 1, 2025; and, WHEREAS, at that time Mr. Putterman had not completed the Basic Course for a Police Officer and pursuant to statute, shall complete the same within nine (9) months of this temporary or conditional appointment and shall complete said training at a school approved and authorized by the New Jersey Police Training commission, such as the Passaic County Police Academy. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Governing Body of the Borough of Waldwick for the reasons set forth above that the Borough hereby conditionally appoints, Jake Putterman as a temporary Police Officer in the Borough of Waldwick; and,  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-277 (Page 2 of 2) BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Jake Putterman is required to meet the conditions contained within the Employee Handbook and Policy and Procedures Manual, and Police Academy requirements, including but not limited to a background check, a medical screening exam, a physical exam, a psychological exam, a physical fitness test and a drug test; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that he shall serve at a salary of $42,215.00 effective September 1, 2025; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Mr. Putterman shall complete a full Basic Course for Police Officers training course within nine (9) months from the date of Resolution 2025-234 as required 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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso book, Adm, Police Chief, Lt Seifert, CFO, Payrol  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-278 Approval of Salary - Melissa Librizzi, Clerk 1 WHEREAS, Melissa Librizzi is a Clerk 1 in the Borough Clerk’s Office; and, WHEREAS, Melissa is being assigned additional responsibilities including maintaining the Borough’s website, social media accounts, signboard and Nixle messaging; and, WHEREAS, Melissa shall receive a salary increase to $60,000 due to these increased responsibilities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipal Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby approves a salary increase to $60,000 for Melissa Librizzi effective September 29, 2025 with any annual cost of living increase effective every January thereafter. 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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso book, Adm, Clerk, CFO, Payroll  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-279 Appointment to the Waldwick Green Team WHEREAS, Lina Kataoka has completed the Citizen Leadership form and expressed an interest in being appointed to the Waldwick Green Team. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby appoint Lina Kataoka to the Waldwick Green Team. 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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso book, Clerk  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-280 Authorization to Cancel and Refund Taxes for 100% Veteran Exemption: Block 149, Lot 59 WHEREAS, Mr. Robert Casey (deceased), who resided at Block 14/Lot 59, 54 Schuler Avenue, has been grated a 100% Disabled Veteran as so stated by the Veteran’s Administration, and, WHEREAS, he has passed and Mrs. Carol Casey is now entitled to the 100% exemption, and, WHEREAS, this parcel becomes eligible for this exemption as of September 11, 2025. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby authorize the Tax Collector to cancel 2025 taxes effective September 11th through December 31, 2025 in the amount of $5,318.40 and issue a refund for overpaid taxes in the amount of $1,103.63 to: Cotality Centralized Refunds 3001 Hackberry Road Irving, TX 75063-0156 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said property shall remain exempt as long as it qualifies for the 100% Disabled Veterans exemption pursuant to 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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso book, CFO, Tax Assessor, Clerk  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-281 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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso book, CFO  PUBLIC HEARING OF AN ORDINANCE Date: September 30, 2025 Clerk read the ordinance by title ORDINANCE NO. 2025-#19 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 12 FIRE DEPARTMENT, SECTION 9 INSURANCE AND COMPENSATION PROTECTION, SUBSECTION 2(B)2 COMPENSATION OTHER THAN INSURANCE AND LIABILITY TO INCREASE MONETARY PORTION ASSOCIATED WITH EXISTING PERCENTAGES Mayor asks if any Council Member wishes to comment on the ordinance. Mayor closes Council comments and opens the public hearing to audience. Mayor closes the public hearing after comments are heard. Mayor asks for motion to pass the ordinance on second reading and that the Clerk be authorized to advertise in the local, legal newspaper as required by law. Motion: __________ Seconded: __________ Roll Call: _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Giordano Downloaded from https://ecode360.com/WA0296 on 2025-08-26  ORDINANCE NO. 2025-#19 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 12 FIRE DEPARTMENT, SECTION 9 INSURANCE AND COMPENSATION PROTECTION, SUBSECTION 2(B)2 COMPENSATION OTHER THAN INSURANCE AND LIABILITY TO INCREASE MONETARY PORTION ASSOCIATED WITH EXISTING PERCENTAGES BE IT ORDAINED that the Municipal Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby amends Chapter 12 Fire Department, Section 9 Insurance and Compensation Protection, Subsection 2B2 Compensation and other insurance liability to increase monetary portion associated with existing percentages. The changes to Code of the Borough of Waldwick below shows deletions to the code in strikethrough and additions in underline as follows: B. Compensation other than insurance and liability. (1) The Mayor and Council may provide compensation for the faithful performance of duties of various Line and Company Officers as contained within the salary ordinance and resolution of the Borough. (2) Mayor and Council shall also provide suitable compensation to members of the Department for loss of clothing and other personal effects suffered in the process of firefighting, emergencies and services. Personnel with a fire, drill and extra duty percentage for the year: at or above sixty percent (60%) shall receive $500 600; those with a percentage falling at forty percent (40%) to under sixty percent (60%) shall receive $400 500; those with a percentage falling at twenty six percent (26%) to under forty percent (40%) shall receive $250 350; those with a percentage falling at ten percent (10%) to under twenty-six percent (26%) shall receive $200 300; and those less than ten percent (10%) shall receive zero. The year shall consist of a twelve-month period commencing on November 1st and running through October 31st of the subsequent year. The total allocation from the Borough of Waldwick for this purpose shall not exceed $22,500 annually. The funds are to be distributed according to highest percentage until they are exhausted. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the ordinance shall take effect upon publication and adoption as required by law. Downloaded from https://ecode360.com/WA0296 on 2025-08-26  PUBLIC HEARING OF AN ORDINANCE Date: September 30, 2025 Clerk read the ordinance by title Ordinance No. 2025-#20 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2025-#15, FIXING THE COMPENSATION, SALARIES AND WAGES OF OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK TO INCREASE RANGE FOR MUNICIPAL CLERK AND FIRE DEPARTMENT Mayor asks if any Council Member wishes to comment on the ordinance. Mayor closes Council comments and opens the public hearing to audience. Mayor closes the public hearing after comments are heard. Mayor asks for motion to pass the ordinance on second reading and that the Clerk be authorized to advertise in the local, legal newspaper as required by law. Motion: __________ Seconded: __________ Roll Call: _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Giordano Ordinance No. 2025-#20 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2025-#15, FIXING THE COMPENSATION, SALARIES AND WAGES OF OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK TO INCREASE RANGE FOR MUNICIPAL CLERK AND FIRE DEPARTMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick, in the County of Bergen and State of New Jersey, as follows: POSITION TITLE SALARY RANGE MINIMUM MAXIMUM (1) ADMINISTRATIVE & EXECUTIVE MUNICIPAL CLERK $83,000 $145,000 POSITION TITLE SALARY RANGE MINIMUM MAXIMUM (8) FIRE DEPARTMENT CHIEF $ 3,500 FIRST ASST. CHIEF $ 1,200 FIRST CAPTAIN $ 800 SECOND CAPTAIN $ 800 FIRST LIEUTENANT $ 500 SECRETARY/NIFRS $ 750 SECRETARY $ 400 TREASURER $ 200 VICE PRESIDENT $ 200 PRESIDENT $ 400 Salary of the Fire Chief shall be payable in semiannual installments payable with the first payroll in June and last payroll in November. The salaries of all other Fire Department officers shall be payable with the last payroll in November.  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-282 (Page 1 of 2) Authorize Salaries - Municipal Clerk and Fire Department WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council adopted Ordinances which sets the salary ranges for certain Borough Employees effective January 1, 2025. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Borough Council of the Borough of Waldwick that, in accordance with previously adopted Ordinances the annual base salary or hourly rate of each Borough Official and Employee is listed on the schedule annexed hereto and made a part hereof; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the rate or compensation of any other Borough Official or Employee heretofore fixed but not mentioned herein shall be deemed to be unaffected by the adoption of this resolution and shall continue as heretofore fixed or established. ADMINISTRATIVE & EXECUTIVE NAME POSITION SALARY Kelley Halewicz Municipal Clerk $135,000.00* *Effective September 29, 2025 FIRE DEPARTMENT NAME POSITION SALARY Andrew Agugliaro Chief $3,500 st Michael Ferrara 1 Asst. Chief $1,200 David Guy 1st Captain $800 Matthew Amos 2nd Captain $800 Christopher Moses 1st Lieutenant $500 Christina Agugliaro President $400 Keith Hockenbeck Vice President $200 Daniel Wagnes Secretary - NIFRS $750 Derrick Delgado Secretary $400 James O’Connell Treasurer $200 All Fire Department positions effective January 1, 2025  MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-282 (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 September 30, 2025. _________________________________ Kelley Halewicz, RMC/CMC Municipal Clerk Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Mayor Giordano Reso book, Adm, CFO, CA, Payroll  INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE Date: September 30, 2025 Mayor Giordano asked the Clerk to read Ordinance No. 2025-#21 by title: Ordinance No. 2025-#21 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 68 ENTITLED “LEAD BASED PAINT INSPECTIONS”, SECTION 83-3 FEES 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, October 14, 2025. Motion: ______ Seconded: ______ Roll Call: _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Giordano Ordinance No. 2025-#21 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 68 ENTITLED “LEAD BASED PAINT INSPECTIONS”, SECTION 83-3 FEES WHEREAS, the Municipal Council of the Borough of Waldwick previously adopted Chapter 68, entitled “Lead Based Paint Inspections” to comply with recently adopted state statutes; and, WHEREAS, the Borough received a proposal from LEW Environmental Services (“LEW”) to assist the Borough in completing these services for the residents of Waldwick; and, WHEREAS, the Borough’s ordinance needs to be amended to correspond to the fees contained within the proposal provided by LEW. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED that Chapter 68, Section 83-3 Fees be amended as follows. The changes to Code of the Borough of Waldwick below shows deletions to the code in strikethrough and additions in underline as follows: Chapter 68 Lead Based Paint Inspections § 68-3 Fees A. A fee of $300 shall be charged to have the Borough's lead-based contractor perform an inspection. Said fee shall be dedicated to meeting the costs of implementing and enforcing this subsection and shall not be used for any other purpose. Should a follow up inspection be needed there will be an additional cost of $140295. Alternatively, a dwelling owner or landlord may directly hire a private lead evaluation contractor who is certified to provide lead paint inspection services by the Department of Community Affairs to satisfy the requirements of § 68-2 in which case no additional lead-based paint inspection fee shall be paid except the fee in § 68-3B. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the ordinance shall take effect upon publication and adoption as required by law. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the ordinance shall take effect upon publication and adoption as required by law.  INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE Date: September 30, 2025 Mayor Giordano asked the Clerk to read Ordinance No. 2025-#22 by title: Ordinance No. 2025-#22 - AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE WALDWICK HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION BALL, INC. FOR USE OF THE OLD DPW COMPLEX 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, October 14, 2025. Motion: ______ Seconded: ______ Roll Call: _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Giordano Ordinance No. 2025-#22 - AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE WALDWICK HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION BALL, INC. FOR USE OF THE OLD DPW COMPLEX WHEREAS, the Borough of Waldwick is the owner of certain property designated as Lot 16 in Block 132 as shown on the Tax Map of the Borough of Waldwick and upon which lies a Borough structure commonly known as “The Old DPW Complex”; and, WHEREAS, in 1991 the Borough of Waldwick entered into a Lease Agreement with Waldwick High School Graduation Ball, Inc. a non-profit corporation of the State of New Jersey; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to the Lease Agreement, Waldwick High School Graduation Ball, Inc. utilizes The Old DPW Complex for the preparation and storage of materials for the Waldwick High School Graduation Ball; and, WHEREAS, the Borough of Waldwick and Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Inc. wish to codify the Lease Agreement pursuant to the Local Lands and Buildings Law of the State of New Jersey (N.J.S.A. 40A:12-1 et seq.), NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick as follows: Section 1: Findings. It is hereby determined that Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Inc. is a non-profit corporation organized and existing pursuant to Title 15 of the revised statutes of the State of New Jersey which pursuant to the purposes of such corporation, provides recreational activities for the youths located within the Borough of Waldwick, thereby contributing significantly to promoting the general welfare of the community. Section 2: Authorization and Purpose of Lease Agreement. In accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:12-14(c) and N.J.S.A. 40A:12-15 pursuant to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth, the Mayor and Clerk of the Borough of Waldwick are hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the Borough a Lease Agreement with Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Inc., as lessee, allowing use of The Old DPW Complex located within Lot 16 in Block 132 as shown on the Tax Map of the Borough of Waldwick for purposes of constructing and storing Graduation Ball Materials. Section 3: Consideration for Lease. The consideration for the lease hereby authorized shall be the construction and storage of Graduation Ball materials, a place of meeting for the Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Inc. and any other related activities as might normally be conducted by Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Inc. in preparation for the Graduation Ball. Section 4: Public Purpose. The Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Inc. agrees to prepare, organize and operate a Waldwick High School Graduation Ball for the benefit of the graduating seniors of the Borough of Waldwick High School. Section 5: Term; Renewal; Termination. The term of the Lease between the Borough of Waldwick and Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Inc. shall expire on June 30, 2026. Section 6: Annual Report. In June of each year during which the Lease Agreement is in effect, Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Inc. shall submit to the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick a written report setting out the use to which the leasehold was put during the year, and the activities of Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Inc. undertaken in furtherance of the public purpose for which the lease was granted. The report shall also contain an affirmation of the continued tax-exempt status of the Waldwick High School Graduation Ball Inc. as a non-profit corporation pursuant to both state and federal law. It is understood and agreed that, by the execution of the within lease, all prior leases of all or part of the leased premises heretofore entered into by the parties including but not limited to the leases dated March 26, 1991 and March 23, 2004 shall cease and be of no further force or effect. Section 7: Enforcement of Conditions. The Borough Council of Waldwick shall be responsible for enforcement on behalf of the Borough of the conditions of the agreement executed pursuant hereto.