Council Regular Meeting

Name: Council Regular Meeting — Waldwick, NJ
Start: 2025-12-16T19:30:00
End: 2025-12-16T21:30:00
Location: Waldwick, NJ

Regular Meeting

Waldwick, NJ · December 16, 2025

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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 1 December 16, 2025 AMENDED MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR & COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK HELD ON TUESDAY, December 16, 2025 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- Drake, Mr. Martinello, Mr. Ramundo, Mr. Ritchie and Mrs. Weber. Also present: Tatiana Marquis, Borough 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. Promotion of Police Officer Christopher Cron to Sergeant Tonight, I have the honor, as Mayor, to promote Christopher Cron to Sergeant, Kyle Moore to Lieutenant, and swear in Chief of the Waldwick Police Department, Troy Seifert. All three men, along with our entire Police Department, work tirelessly day in and day out to protect our residents and keep our community safe. I have had the privilege of serving as both Councilman and now Mayor, and of witnessing each of you being sworn into our Police Department and progress through the ranks. I would like to thank our former Police Chief, the Honorable Richard Brady, for being here tonight to administer the oaths of office, and our Borough Judge Helene Herbert for joining us as we celebrate this special evening. Sergeant Christopher Cron was born and raised in Waldwick. After graduating from Waldwick High School, he attended DeSales University, where he earned a degree in Criminal Justice. He became a member of the Waldwick Police Department in July 2014. In his 11-year career, Sgt. Cron has served as the department’s Resiliency Officer and Bias Officer. He has been a D.A.R.E. and L.E.A.D. instructor since 2018, teaching 5th grade students at Traphagen and Crescent Schools. Chris is assigned as a Field Training Officer, where he is responsible for training and mentoring newly hired police officers. He has also served on the PBA Executive Board since 2016, holding the positions of Recording Secretary and Vice President, and is currently serving his second term as President. Chris resides in Waldwick with his wife, Alyssa, and their daughter, Avery. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 2 December 16, 2025 At this time, I ask Sergeant Christopher Cron to come forward with his family to be sworn in. B. Promotion of Sergeant Kyle Moore to Lieutenant Lieutenant Kyle Moore was born and raised in Waldwick. After graduating from Waldwick High School, he attended Stockton University, majoring in Criminal Justice. Lt. Moore became a member of the Waldwick Police Department in September 2011. He was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 2018, serving as a patrol supervisor and later as the Detective Bureau Supervisor. Lt. Moore is a certified instructor in Pistol, Rifle, Active Shooter Response, Taser, and Red Dot optics, and has served as the department’s supervising firearms instructor since 2014. In this role, he is responsible for all firearms and tactical training. He is also a certified Police Academy Instructor, assisting with firearms and tactical instruction. Lt. Moore has been an operator on the Bergen County Regional SWAT Team since 2015, where he currently serves as a Fire Team Leader. He has served on the PBA Executive Board as Recording Secretary and Vice President. Kyle resides in Waldwick with his wife, Melanie, and their two children, Kelsey and Jack. As I often say at promotional ceremonies for our Police Department members: People sleep peacefully in their beds at night only because people like you stand ready to protect them. Police officers put their lives on the line every day. This is not simply something you do - it is something you are. Thank you for protecting all of us. Your dedication and love for this profession are evident. I know you will make a great Lieutenant, Kyle, and a great Sergeant, Chris. You will both lead with integrity and make a lasting difference within our Police Department. At this time, I ask Lieutenant Kyle Moore to come forward with his family to be sworn in. C. Promotion of Acting Police Chief Troy Seifert to Chief of Police Tonight, the Borough of Waldwick will swear in its eighth Police Chief since its founding - Chief Troy Seifert. Troy Seifert was born and raised in Waldwick. After graduating from Waldwick High School, he attended John Jay College and William Paterson University. He began his law enforcement career in 1999 as a police dispatcher in Ho-Ho-Kus and became a Police Officer in 2000 and we will not hold that against him. He then followed the light in the woods, crossing over the border and became a Waldwick Police Officer in 2005, the smartest decision he ever made, and we thank you for that. He was promoted to Sergeant in 2012 and served as a Patrol Sergeant until his assignment to the Detective Bureau in 2014. In 2019, Troy was promoted to Lieutenant, where he served as Patrol Commander and most recently as the officer in charge of the Administration Section of the Department. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 3 December 16, 2025 Troy has served as the Department’s Juvenile Officer, D.A.R.E. instructor, and Field Training Officer. He has also served on the PBA Executive Board as Recording Secretary and Treasurer. He also serves as President of the Waldwick Baseball Softball Association and as a trustee on the Waldwick Board of Education. Our new Chief resides in Waldwick with his wife, Erin, and their three daughters - Emma, Maggie, and Katie. Troy, before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others. A leader’s role is to build people, develop others, strengthen the organization from within, empower those around them, and encourage others to become leaders themselves. Chief, you have demonstrated time and again your love, service, and selfless dedication to the well-being of our community, our residents, and your fellow officers. You are truly a leader. As Steve Jobs said: “Your work is going to fill a large part of your life and the only way to be truly satisfied to do what you believe is great work and the only way to great work is to love what you do. “ Troy, I am proud and honored to call you my Police Chief and my friend. Please come forward with your family and be sworn in as our eighth Police Chief. D. Presentation of Conceptual Site Plans, Ronald Durante, Block 114/Lots 1, 15, 24 Raymond J. Virgona and Bruce Whittaker made a presentation of their conceptual plans for the Harrison Avenue Redevelopment project. Council members discussed the plans and are concerned that there are too many apartments with no retail. They also asked about the water mains and supply lines. Bruce Whittaker on behalf of Ron Durante and Durante family, owners of Rocket Building Supply and have been in this town a long time. They have been builders in this town; two generations of builders in this town since the 1950s and 60s. Rocket Building Supply is still operating on a limited basis. Inquiries about other companies coming in to take it over for supplies to be delivered from that site. Family has resisted doing that and is looking forward to having this area done in area of need of redevelopment, looking towards a housing project. By resolution on May 9, 2023 by this Council, you determined this is an area as well as other areas as areas in the vicinity as area in need of redevelopment non condemnation area. The report and resolution provides in part, that the negative conditions that exist in this area have a decadent impact on the surrounding properties. We all agree and your resolution supports that something better could be done in this location. There are a series of lots 1, 35, 7, 9, and 11 and the Council has a conceptual plan that was delivered to them for this property. The conceptual plan was prepared by Virgona & Virgona Architects, a well-known company that does this type of development work. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 4 December 16, 2025 The property is 1.525 acres, 66,419 sq ft and borders three streets (Hewson, Frederick and Harrison). Applicant proposing 54 units in two buildings. 39 units in one building and 15 units in the second building with 8 affordable units for the 4th round obligation. The building would be correlated with what has already been approved across the street at Harrison. Proposing height 45 ft, four stories. 25% of the area being proposed will be open space, which is much more than the ordinance permits across the street. Under new residential site improvement standards requirement for 96 parking spaces, 98 are planned and exceed the requirements. The request is for you to review this plan and authorize your planner to move forward with developing an ordinance that would emulate the plan that we have here as far as bulk requirements are concerned and we look forward to taking these plans and engineering it obviously and come before the Planning Board to proceed with what your ordinance would permit. Ray Virgona presentation of the conceptual plan. (Video 36:18 – 51:56) Council Comments Mr. Martinello coming off Frederick Street, see the entrance way in the middle of the block between building 1 and building 2, is that an entrance into the parking lot? Any concern about fire access to the building? How tight is that turn? Mr. Virgona there is very good accessibility. A truck could come directly in at the rear, and we have two streets, parking area and a second parking area so the building can be accessed all around. Hewson has same parking lot and two streets. Good access for fire and the buildings will be fully sprinklered, and fully adaptable for handicapped users. This is a RSIS standard for driveways and parking spaces sizes. No issue with fighting fires or access. Mr. Martinello asked about utilities for this area, you see upgrades in water mains or supply lines that are needed to provide for the 56 units. Mr. Virgona responded that he does not think so, but we have an engineer to plan and that is our next step. Mr. Ritchie thanked them for the presentation. In general, I agree I don’t really love the property as it exists. I kind of think of this area as part of our downtown and there is a lot of potential in Waldwick. With that being said, I kinda don’t love this, it’s just a lot of apartments, in an area where there is a lot of potential as you come down Prospect make the right at the train station. There is a lot of potential for what we can see in a vibrant downtown. Was there any attempt to look at first floor commercial/retail or it just feels like an attempt to jam a bunch of apartments into an otherwise very valuable space. Mr. Virgona commented that it is not super dense. I don’t think commercial will be viable here. Mr. Ritchie responded that we had it across the street at Soma Café, and it’s a landmark for the town now. Mr. Virgona commented that we thought this would be more compatible with the residential on Harrison. Mr. Ritchie responded that I think it might be nice to try and have a discussion on what some retail on Hewson would look like, giving something back to the town instead of 54 units, not giving a whole lot back REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 5 December 16, 2025 to the town. I personally would like to see something else there. I appreciate what you have done on Harrison to try to match the townhomes and that was fantastic. When we saw the Harrison Avenue property project and actually saw a few iterations of it and one of our requests as a Council was some retail, let’s add to the downtown. When they came back with 4,000 sq ft of retail that is when I personally became a big advocate of that project. For me, something like that would go a long way. Mr. Virgona commented that project has some retail on Prospect which is one of your main retail spots. I thought going farther into Harrison would make a difficult sell. I don’t’ think it would be viable because I think they would be in the middle of a residential location. Mr. Ritchie commented that we haven’t had a chance to discuss this as a Council but perhaps there is a vision for what we can do long term for this entire area. I have my own view, and I think everyone else has their own view but 59 apartments without any kind of giving back to the town to make that downtown vibrant is not at least how I see it. Once they go in, they are not coming out. Mr. Virgona commented that those 54 units are going to help the downtown area, provide residents that will support it. We provide affordable housing in the project. The project in general and I think it is an asset with much greener than any of other projects in the area. Mr. Ritchie responded that it is certainly an upgrade of what we have there, but we only have one chance to do this. What do you all think? Mrs. Weber commented that you are just presenting this to us currently. Mr. Brennecke would like to take some time to think about this, formulate some questions and come back to you. (Inaudible) Mayor Giordano asked about building one with four stores, what is the size of the stores and where will the parking be, in front or where. Mr. Virgona responded that there are no stores on this plan. Mayor Giordano asked while you don’t think it’s a problem for the Fire department, if there is a problem, you will adjust the plans. Mr. Virgona responded of course. Mr. Whittaker commented that this is a conceptual plan and when we came in with the conceptual plan for the other project that was conceptual and by the time we got to the Planning Board, we had the input from the Fire Chief then at that point we made the necessary revisions. Inaudible It is an engineering aspect we have to do. Mayor Giordano commented that he thinks the project is a good one but there are too many units, you are crowding too much stuff in here. Mr. Virgona responded that we are not too different from the project across the street. Mayor Giordano commented that we have to live here. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 6 December 16, 2025 Mr. Virgona responded I think the way it’s done, we have the two buildings a with the greater number in building one which is away from the main residential and abutting the railroad with the railroad parking across the street, I think lessens the impact. Mr. Ritchie commented the point is it is not adding which is what we want is to make it a little more vibrant down there. It is probably not different from Harrison Avenue that we approved with one key difference which is they have 4,000 sq ft of retail. Going back 3 or 4 years, I was saying the same thing to that project, and they accommodated. At that point, I became the strongest advocate for that project. Mr. Whittaker responded that they would take it under consideration. We looked at that before we started plans and discussed with consultants and real estate people thought that the retail would not make it in this area as it is somewhat isolated and not connected and the isolation dissuaded us from doing it. I would suggest that would be appropriate to do is to have your planner Mr. Grygiel look at this and see what he thinks from a planning aspect. We recognize its proximity to train station. We recognize that an element of the population that becomes used to this type of project and the size of the project and the size of the rooms that are proposed. The affordable housing stipulates the requirement because of that there are 3, 2, 1-bedroom units under the appropriate regulation. The purpose of these meetings is to take your suggestions under consideration and we welcome the opportunity for you to direct this to Mr. Grygiel for his review. Mr. Martinello commented are there any impact to any homes or other businesses on Prospect Street that abut to this project, during construction or otherwise. Mr. Whittaker responded we would have to bond for that and go into a developer’s agreement which would state that we cannot adversely affect other properties. Mr. Martinello commented something that we looked at this plan on the corner lot where Master Cha is and the easement and parking. Mr. Whittaker responded that we addressed that we left it open. He parks on our client’s lot now. It will be left open for parking, it could be parking dedicated for public use. Ms. Cericola-Drake commented that parking was an issue with the other development plans so maybe we can increase some parking for the public. Mr. Whittaker responded that we are beyond the RSIS standard that are required and that parking is isolated but could be for the general public. That is what your planner would look at as well and create an ordinance. Ms. Cericola-Drake commented that would be a benefit to the town. Mayor Giordano commented that there are too many units and not enough retail. Mr. Whittaker responded that he going to hold back on retail and see if it’s viable from consultants, your planner and our planner. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 7 December 16, 2025 Mayor Giordano commented that we are going to reach out to our planner with the plans and send everything to him. If any Council Members have questions or comments, please provide to Tatiana and she will get to the planner with our ideas. Anna Monforth commented that this is regular process take the concept plan and when the Council decides to prepare a redevelopment plan but a good starting point. Public Comments on Durante Presentation Ted Sanzo asked if the plans are available to the public to review before it goes to the Council. Mr. Whittaker responded yes. James Schultz spoke to the issue of curbs and sidewalks and financing. Is there anything over 2 bedrooms. Mr. Whittaker responded yes with regards to the curbs and sidewalks as well as there being 1, 2 and 3- bedroom apartments. Gino Arraya spoke to the issue of Mr. Whittaker making everything look beautiful and nothing but a bully. Did you do a study about the parking? Too many apartments. Mr. Vingona explained the parking, some are garage and some are on-site spaces. The others are under the building. John Vervoort spoke to the issue of these units being for sale or rentals. Mr. Vingona responded they are proposed to be rentals. Mr. Whittaker asked about a target for the next meeting to come back to present. In the meantime, we will have the ability to reach out to Mr. Grygiel. There is an escrow required to be set up for this. Mayor Giordano suggested February meeting, one of them. Our administrator will reach out to him and the Council will speak with each other and our administrator. MAYOR’S REPORT AND REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Mayor’s Report. Mayor Giordano wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. The Reorganization meeting establishing the 2026 year is the first Tuesday in January. Financial & Administrative Committee. No report. Fire & Police Protection Committee. Mr. Brennecke reported on the fire and police calls and utilities emergencies for the month of December. He reported a successful Operation Santa by the Fire Department. Public Safety Committee. No Report. Recreational & Health Committee. Mr. Martinello could not attend the Tree Lighting but reported that it was well attended and Santa did a great job. He reminded everyone about the Toys for Tots drop off at the American Legion Post. Public Works Committee. Mr. Ramundo thanked the DPW for their work during the snowstorm and for setting up the Hannukah event, which was well received by the residents. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 8 December 16, 2025 Buildings & Grounds Committee. Mrs. Weber thanked all the residents and Borough Employees that took care of the Tree Lighting on December 5. She also thanked the Lions Club for holding the Children’s Christmas Party and the Fire Department for driving Santa Around. She wished everyone a Happy Holiday, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS Administrator. Mrs. Marquis extended her congratulations to Chief Seifert, Lieutenant Moore and Sargent Cron. She also mentioned to mark calendars for the flushing schedule which has been posted on the website, social media and constant contact which will continue through the Holidays and the end of January at the recommendation of H2m. Municipal Clerk. Mrs. Halewicz thanked the residents who donated to the Allendale Waldwick PBA Toys for Tots Drive, which was very successful. She also thanked the residents who continue to donate food, toys and clothes to Families 4 Families. They are still picking up regularly and appreciate those donations. The 2025 Calendar contains January of 2026. The Calendar will be mailed to all our residents once the printer is done with it. She thanked the Mayor and Council for their support for the Annual Christmas Tree lighting as well as Tatiana, Melissa, DPW and Police Department for their behind-the-scenes assistance. She wished everyone a Happy Holiday season and safe, healthy Happy New Year. Attorney. Mr. Bossong had no report but Closed Session matters with no decisions being made. CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 2025-314 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: 2025-314 Approval of Consent Agenda 2025-315 Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting, October 28, 2025; Regular Meeting & Closed Session Meeting, November 13, 2025 2025-316 Resolution Designating Harrison Avenue Redevelopment, LLC as Conditional Redeveloper and Authorizing the Execution of Memorandum of Understanding and Escrow Agreement (“MOU”) 2025-317 Authorize Change of Signatory of PY 2024-2025 Grant Agreement with Bergen County Community Development Block Grant for ADA Curb Ramp Improvements 2025-318 Authorize Change of Signatory for all Bergen County Grant Agreements and County Vouchers 2025-319 Authorize Shared Services Agreement with Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority (NBCUA) for Pump Station Inspection Services 2025-2027 2025-320 Authorize Release of Dumpster Escrow - 74 Moore Avenue REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 9 December 16, 2025 2025-321 Approval of Council Reorganization Meeting, January 6, 2026 2025-322 Renewal of the Group Dental Benefits Program for Eligible Employees and Their Covered Dependents through Delta Dental of New Jersey, Inc. 2025-323 Authorize Refund Water Overpayment 2025-324 Approval of Budget Appropriation Transfers 2025-325 Payment of Vouchers Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke X Cericola-Drake X Martinello X X Ramundo X X Ritchie X Weber X Mayor Giordano PUBLIC HEARING & ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE(S) Mayor Giordano asked the Clerk to read Ordinance No. 2025-#23 by title. Ordinance No. 2025-#23 - AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 64 OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK ENTITLED “PARKS” ADDING THAT ALL DOGS MUST REMAIN LEASHED WITHIN A PARK Council comments. None. Public comment. None. Mayor Giordano closed the Public comment. Ordinance No. 2025-#23 was advertised and on second reading is adopted. This ordinance will go into effect immediately after approval and publication according to law. Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke X X Cericola-Drake X Martinello X Ramundo X X Ritchie X Weber X Mayor Giordano INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE(S) – None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None. NEW BUSINESS – None. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 10 December 16, 2025 PUBLIC COMMENT Ester Miraglia asked if the Borough conducted a traffic analysis study regarding the townhouses on Harrison Avenue and if so, she would like to see a report. She is concerned about the number of units and traffic patterns. The area of the businesses on East Prospect has weeds growing out of bricks. Also, garbage blowing in the wind near the old Giant Farmers Market on Harrison Avenue and Wyckoff Avenue. Richard Tirre spoke of Nathaniel Bogdanove who was elected Mayor in 1971 but passed away days before the election. He would like to see his son Seth be elected Mayor for the Day in honor of his late father who was unable to serve as Mayor even though he was elected. He also asked if the Borough had record of who designed the Boroughs logo (seal). He believes it was a friend of his, Richard Dreyer, and would like to see if he can receive credit. He also spoke of an incident in Oakland where a man was beating up a woman in public, his friend who was a long time Waldwickian, Adam Weitemeir stepped in and was beaten to death. He feels heroes are not only military or policemen, but he considers him a hero for standing up to someone. He would like to see the Borough recognize him. Mayor Giordano said that the Borough has paid tribute to Mr. Bogdanove pointing out photos around the Administration Building. He said he will take pictures of them and have them sent to him. Mayor Giordano said they will contact the previous administrator, Gary Kratz, to find out who it was and will give credit to him on the website once confirmed. Mayor Giordano said he would investigate it and will have the Borough Administrator reach out. Debra Catunio shared that she was disturbed and discouraged by a letter circulating on social media prior to the election regarding allegations against Mr. Asta. Pat Moore Theis expressed concerns of tractor trailers coming down her block on Pennington Avenue and getting stuck as this is not a through street to the Industrial park as Google tells them. She feels it is dangerous especially with young children in the area. She would like to see a sign at the top of the block with a weight limit or no trucks allowed. Mrs. Marquis responded that this was the first time she had heard of this and will make a note to discuss with the Chief of Police and DPW Superintendent. Helga Hauksdottir expressed that we should support the Council who have won the election. Laura Litchult state she has information on Nathanial Bogdanove. Mayor Giordano asked if she could send what she has and the Mayor will make sure that they will get it to Seth. Jim Schultz expressed his concerns regarding the effect of PILOT Programs on the Board of Education. He thinks it would be a good start if we can negotiate that the developers pay per student. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: 11 December 16, 2025 CLOSED SESSION - Any matter permitted to be discussed in Closed Session pursuant N.J.S.A. 10:4-12 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-326 Authorize Closed Session WHEREAS, Section 8 of the Open Public Meetings Act (N.J.S.A. 10:4-12(b)(1-9) permits the exclusion of the public from a meeting in certain circumstances; and, WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council is of the opinion that such circumstances exist. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick, County of Bergen, State of New Jersey, as follows: The public shall be excluded from discussions of the Closed Session. The general nature of the subject matter to be discussed is as follows: Possible Acquisition of Real Property It is anticipated at this time that the above-mentioned subject matter will be made public within 60 days or as soon thereafter as it is deemed to be in the public interest to do so based on the conclusion of the matter. This resolution shall take effect immediately. Council Member Motion Second Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Brennecke X Cericola-Drake X X Martinello X X Ramundo X Ritchie X Weber X Mayor Giordano The Council convened into Closed Session at 9:30pm. At 9:40 pm the Mayor and Council came back on the record of the Regular Meeting. Present on roll call: Mayor Giordano, Mr. Brennecke, Ms. Cericola- Drake, Mr. Martinello, Mr. Ramundo, Mr. Ritchie and Mrs. Weber. Re-adopted: February 24, 2026 __________________________________ KELLEY HALEWICZ, RMC/CMC MUNICIPAL CLERK

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REGULAR MEETING AGENDA 1 AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR & COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 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 or 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 & PRESENTATIONS a. Promotion of Police Officer Christopher Cron to Sergeant b. Promotion of Sergeant Kyle Moore to Lieutenant c. Promotion of Acting Police Chief Troy Seifert to Chief of Police 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 2025-314 Approval of Consent Agenda 2025-315 Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting, October 28, 2025; Regular Meeting & Closed Session Meeting, November 13, 2025 2025-316 Resolution Designating Harrison Avenue Redevelopment, LLC as Conditional Redeveloper and Authorizing the Execution of Memorandum Of Understanding and Escrow Agreement (“MOU”) 2025-317 Authorize Change of Signatory of PY 2024-2025 Grant Agreement with Bergen County Community Development Block Grant for ADA Curb Ramp Improvements 2025-318 Authorize Change of Signatory for all Bergen County Grant Agreements and County Vouchers 2025-319 Authorize Shared Services Agreement with Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority (NBCUA) for Pump Station Inspection Services 2025-2027 2025-320 Authorize Release of Dumpster Escrow - 74 Moore Avenue 2025-321 Approval of Council Reorganization Meeting, January 6, 2026 2025-322 Renewal of the Group Dental Benefits Program for Eligible Employees and Their Covered Dependents through Delta Dental of New Jersey, Inc. 2025-323 Authorize Refund Water Overpayment 2025-324 Approval of Budget Appropriation Transfers 2025-325 Payment of Vouchers IX. PUBLIC HEARING & ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE(S) a. Ordinance No. 2025-#23 - AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 64 OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK ENTITLED “PARKS” ADDING THAT ALL DOGS MUST REMAIN LEASHED WITHIN A PARK X. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE(S) XI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS XII. NEW BUSINESS a. Presentation Ronald Durante, Block 114/Lots 1, 15, 24 XIII. PUBLIC COMMENT XIV. CLOSED SESSION - Any matter permitted to be discussed in Closed Session pursuant N.J.S.A. 10:4-12 2025-326 Authorize Closed Session Possible Purchase of Real Property XV. ADJOURNMENT KELLEY HALEWICZ, RMC/CMC, MUNICIPAL CLERK **NEXT MEETING IS TUESDAY, JANUARY 6, 2026, 7:00 PM, COUNCIL SINE DIE MEETING & REORGANIZATION MEETING** MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-314 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: 2025-314 Approval of Consent Agenda 2025-315 Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting, October 28, 2025; Regular Meeting & Closed Session Meeting, November 13, 2025 2025-316 Resolution Designating Harrison Avenue Redevelopment, LLC as Conditional Redeveloper and Authorizing the Execution of Memorandum Of Understanding and Escrow Agreement (“MOU”) 2025-317 Authorize Change of Signatory of PY 2024-2025 Grant Agreement with Bergen County Community Development Block Grant for ADA Curb Ramp Improvements 2025-318 Authorize Change of Signatory for all Bergen County Grant Agreements and County Vouchers 2025-319 Authorize Shared Services Agreement with Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority (NBCUA) for Pump Station Inspection Services 2025-2027 2025-320 Authorize Release of Dumpster Escrow - 74 Moore Avenue 2025-321 Approval of Council Reorganization Meeting, January 6, 2026 2025-322 Renewal of the Group Dental Benefits Program for Eligible Employees and Their Covered Dependents through Delta Dental of New Jersey, Inc. 2025-323 Authorize Refund Water Overpayment 2025-324 Approval of Budget Appropriation Transfers 2025-325 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 December 16, 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 MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-315 Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting, October 28, 2025; Regular Meeting & Closed Session Meeting, November 13, 2025 BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby approve the following Minutes: Regular Meeting, October 28, 2025 Regular Meeting, November 13, 2025 Closed Session Meeting, November 13, 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 December 16, 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. 2025-316 (Page 1 of 3) RESOLUTION DESIGNATING HARRISON AVENUE REDEVELOPMENT, LLC AS CONDITIONAL REDEVELOPER AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AND ESCROW AGREEMENT (“MOU”) WHEREAS, the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-1 et seq., as amended and supplemented (the “Redevelopment Law”), provides a process for municipalities to participate in the redevelopment and improvement of areas in need of rehabilitation or redevelopment; and WHEREAS, on March 26, 2024 the Borough of Waldwick Council (the “Borough Council”) adopted Resolution No. 2024-113 directing the Borough of Waldwick Planning Board (the “Planning Board”) to study the parcels designated as Block 107, Lots 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13 and 17 (the “Study Area”) on the Borough’s tax maps to determine if the Study Area met the criteria to be designated as an area in need of redevelopment pursuant to the Redevelopment Law; and WHEREAS, by Resolution adopted on September 4, 2024, the Planning Board made its recommendation to the Borough Council that the Study Area be designated as a condemnation area in need of redevelopment; and WHEREAS, on September 10, 2024, the Borough Council adopted Resolution 2024-229 accepting the Planning Board’s recommendation and designated the Study Area as a condemnation area in need of redevelopment (the “Redevelopment Area”) in accordance with the Redevelopment Law; and WHEREAS, in order to facilitate the redevelopment of the Redevelopment Area, the Borough adopted Ordinance No. 2024-33 on December 10, 2024, approving the “Harrison Avenue Redevelopment Plan” (the “Redevelopment Plan”) prepared by Paul Grygiel, AICP, PP; and WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-8(f), authorizes the Borough to arrange or contract with a redeveloper for the undertaking of any project or redevelopment work in an area designated as an area in need of rehabilitation or redevelopment; and WHEREAS, the Borough has been in discussions with Harrison Avenue Redevelopment, LLC regarding certain parcels contained in the Redevelopment Area; and WHEREAS, Harrison Avenue Redevelopment, LLC, or its affiliates, is the contract purchaser of certain parcels located within the Redevelopment Area, identified as 49, 47, 43, 41, 39 and 37 Harrison Avenue, as well as 13 West Prospect Street, and as shown on the Borough Tax Map as Block 107, Lots 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11 (the “Project Site”); and #95655378.1 MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-316 (Page 2 of 3) WHEREAS, Harrison Avenue Redevelopment, LLC proposes to redevelop the Redevelopment Area by demolishing the existing improvements and constructing new improvements (the “Project”); and WHEREAS, in order to effectuate the Project and the redevelopment of the Project Site, the Borough has determined to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding and Escrow Agreement (“MOU”) with Harrison Avenue Redevelopment, LLC, in substantially the form attached hereto as Exhibit A, which MOU designates Harrison Avenue Redevelopment, LLC as the “ conditional redeveloper” of the Project and specifies the respective rights and responsibilities of the parties to negotiate the terms of a redevelopment agreement for the Project Site and to further refine the details for the proposed Project and a redevelopment plan for the Project Site. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK COUNCIL AS FOLLOWS: 1. Generally. The foregoing recitals are incorporated herein as if fully set forth at length. 2. Designation of Conditional Redeveloper. Harrison Avenue Redevelopment, LLC is hereby designated as the conditional redeveloper of the Project Site, subject to the negotiation of a redevelopment agreement. 3. Execution of MOU. The Borough Administrator is hereby authorized to execute the Memorandum of Understanding and Escrow Agreement substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A. 4. Severability. If any part of this Resolution shall be deemed invalid, such parts shall be severed and the invalidity thereby shall not affect the remaining parts of this Resolution. 5. Availability of the Resolution. A copy of this Resolution shall be available for public inspection at the offices of the Borough Clerk. 6. Effective Date. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. #95655378.1 MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-316 (Page 3 of 3) 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 December 16, 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, Clerk #95655378.1 MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-317 Authorize Change of Signatory of PY 2024-2025 Grant Agreement with Bergen County Community Development Block Grant for ADA Curb Ramp Improvements WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick entered into a grant agreement with the County of Bergen for the purpose of using $78,155.00 in PY 2024-2025 Community Block Grant funds for handicap accessible ramps throughout the Borough as per Resolution 2024-292; and, WHEREAS, there was a change of Borough Administrator effective September 27, 2025. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council hereby authorize Borough Administrator Tatiana Marquis to sign all County vouchers submitted in connection with the aforesaid project; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council recognize that the Borough of Waldwick is liable for any funds not spent in accordance with the Grant Agreement and that liability of the Mayor and Council is in accordance with HUD requirements. 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 December 16, 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 MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-318 Authorize Change of Signatory for all Bergen County Grant Agreements and County Vouchers WHEREAS, there was a change of Borough Administrator. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council hereby authorize Borough Administrator Tatiana Marquis to be a signatory for all Bergen County grant agreements and sign all County vouchers submitted. 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 December 16, 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 MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-319 (Page 1 of 2) Authorize Shared Services Agreement with Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority (NBCUA) for Pump Station Inspection Services 2026-2027 WHEREAS, the Uniform Shared Services Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65 et seq., the Borough of Waldwick has a need to promote the broad use of shared services as a method to reduce local expenses funded by property taxpayers; and, WHEREAS, the Uniform Shared Services Act allows for any local unit to enter into an agreement with any other local unit or units to provide or receive any services that each local unit participating in the agreement is empowered to provide or receive within its own jurisdiction; and, WHEREAS, the Borough of Waldwick is in need of Pump Station Inspection Services of the wastewater pump stations for the years 2026 and 2027; and, WHEREAS, the NBCUA will provide Pump Station Inspection Services of the wastewater pump stations for the Borough of Waldwick once per week on Wednesdays and perform repairs and correction action as directed by the Borough; clean each of the pumping stations twice annually at no additional costs with the Borough providing support staff and water connections required for cleaning; and support the Borough’s catch basin cleaning activities when requested. The Borough is obligated to order, accept or pay for services except when it orders them pursuant to a Shared Service Agreement; and, WHEREAS, the Borough of Waldwick shall pay NBCUA four (4) equal installments of $2,703.75 on or before March 1, June 1, September 1 and December 1 of each year, for a total of $10,815.00. The rate of compensation paid for repairs, corrective actions and other requested activities will be $99.47 per man- hour for business hours and $124.33 per man-hour for non-business hours with an increase in January 1, 2026 consistent with the annual percentage given to collective bargaining unit, if any. A minimum of two (2) hours shall be billed by the NBCUA for each request for services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Municipal Council of the Borough of Waldwick that it does hereby authorize the execution of a Shared Services Agreement and payment for Pump Station Inspection Services with NBCUA, 30 Wyckoff Avenue at Authority Drive, Waldwick, NJ 07463 as detailed in the attached agreement and available for public inspection. MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-319 (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 December 16, 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 MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-320 Authorize Release of Dumpster Escrow - 74 Moore Avenue WHEREAS, escrow has been posted in accordance with Chapter 82 of the Code of the Borough of Waldwick to allow dumpsters on the street; and, WHEREAS, the proper fees have been collected in accordance with said ordinance for the placement of said dumpster; and, WHEREAS, the dumpster has been removed and the site has been inspected by the Superintendent of Public Works; and, WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works has certified that there has been no damage done by placement of said dumpster. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Collector/Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to release the escrow of $400.00 to Christopher Schneider, 74 Moore Avenue, Waldwick, NJ 07463. 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 December 16, 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, Clerk MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-321 Approval of Council Reorganization Meeting - January 6, 2026 BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipal Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby establishes Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 7:00 pm in the Administration Building, Council Chambers, 63 Franklin Turnpike, Waldwick, NJ 07463 as the date, time and place to meet for the purpose of Council Reorganization; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Municipal Council authorizes the Municipal Clerk to advertise such notice in accordance with 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 December 16, 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, Clerk MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-322 (Page 1 of 2) Renewal of Group Dental Health Benefits Program for Eligible Employees and Their Covered Dependents through Delta Dental of New Jersey, Inc. WHEREAS, the Borough of Waldwick, hereinafter referred to as the Borough, provides a comprehensive dental benefits program for eligible employees and their covered dependents as part of the comprehensive Employee Health Benefits Program; and WHEREAS, the Borough’s Health Benefits Consultant, as a matter of due diligence, reviewed the plan usage, claims data and network utilization and further, engaged in active negotiations for the renewal of the Borough’s Dental Program, which currently consists of the Premier/Advantage, administered by Delta Dental of NJ, Inc. and, WHEREAS, the Consultant was successful through negotiation in securing a renewal for the Premier/Advantage Plan, that: • Provides a 24-month renewal with a Flat Renewal – 0% increase over expiring. • Provides all coverages/benefits to remain unchanged from the expiring respective plan. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick, County of Bergen, State of New Jersey, hereby authorize the renewal of the dental benefits contract with Delta Dental of New Jersey for the period, January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Governing Body does hereby authorize and affirm the implementation of this renewal, which maintains the current plan design of benefits; thereby ensuring the moral and contractual obligation of the Borough; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the contract award for the insurance component of the Renewal Proposal is to a duly licensed and admitted Insurance Company within the State of NJ and therefore, such award is exempt from the requirements set forth by P.L. 2004, Chapter 19 (as amended by P.L. 2005, c.51) N.J.S.A.19:44A-20.5 et seq: and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Borough Administrator and CFO are hereby authorized and directed to execute the renewal documents in accordance with the existing terms and conditions of the Agreement with the renewal rate provisions, as promulgated herewith; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, a certified copy of this Resolution shall be forwarded to PIA Security Programs, A Division of World Insurance Associates, LLC, 429 Hackensack Street, P.O. Box 818 Carlstadt NJ, Health Benefits Consultant to the Borough, the Borough Chief Financial Officer and Municipal Auditor. MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-322 (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 December 16, 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 MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-323 Authorize Refund Water Overpayment WHEREAS, an overpayment of $13.11 was made on Water Account #2186-0 for 85 Hopper Avenue and the owner has requested a refund. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick hereby authorize and directs the Chief Financial Officer to refund $13.11 from the Water Operating Fund to the following: Richard P. Auletta P.O. Box 1643 Grantham, NH 03753 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 December 16, 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 MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-324 Approval of Budget Appropriation Transfers COMING FROM ADMINISTRATOR & CFO MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-325 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 December 16, 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: December 16, 2025 Clerk read the ordinance by title Ordinance No. 2025-#23 - AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 64 OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK ENTITLED “PARKS” ADDING THAT ALL DOGS MUST REMAIN LEASHED WITHIN A PARK 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: Council Members: Roll Call: _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ Brennecke Cericola-Drake Martinello Ramundo Ritchie Weber Giordano {00089705.DOC} Ordinance No. 2025-#23 - AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 64 OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK ENTITLED “PARKS” ADDING THAT ALL DOGS MUST REMAIN LEASHED WITHIN A PARK BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick that Chapter 64 of the Code of the Borough of Waldwick entitled “Parks” is hereby amended as follows: Section 1: Chapter 64-2 entitled “Prohibited Activities” is hereby amended to include the following new paragraph: 64-2 S It shall be unlawful for any person to have a dog within a public park in the Borough without having said dog on a leash at all times. The leash must be no longer than six (6) feet in length and must be held onto by the person, so that the dog is prohibited from freely running or roaming throughout the park. Section 2: This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and publication as required by law. {00089705.DOC} MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF WALDWICK Bergen County, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO. 2025-326 Authorize Closed Session WHEREAS, Section 8 of the Open Public Meetings Act (N.J.S.A. 10:4-12(b)(1-9) permits the exclusion of the public from a meeting in certain circumstances; and, WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council is of the opinion that such circumstances exist. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Waldwick, County of Bergen, State of New Jersey, as follows: The public shall be excluded from discussions of the Closed Session. The general nature of the subject matter to be discussed is as follows: Possible Acquisition of Real Property It is anticipated at this time that the above-mentioned subject matter will be made public within 60 days or as soon thereafter as it is deemed to be in the public interest to do so based on the conclusion of the matter. This resolution shall take effect immediately. 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 December 16, 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

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