Borough of Moonachie

The Board conducted a review of several agenda items, including the resignation of a board member and the preliminary approval of the Master Plan Re-Examination report. The Board authorized the Chairperson to sign a subdivision plot for Block 70, Lots 8 and 9. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved a variance application for a second-floor rear addition at 5 Teresa Court, memorialized as Resolution #2017-4. An appeal regarding a property zoning decision was presented but deferred to a subsequent meeting due to the absence of the relevant zoning official.

The council received a presentation from the County Clerk regarding mobile office services and historical document preservation. Key actions included tabling bids for the DPW building, authorizing resolutions for municipal grants, and confirming appointments for a full-time clerk. Several resolutions were approved for professional service agreements, vehicle and equipment purchases for the Department of Public Works and Police Department, and engineering design services for pump stations. The council also conducted public hearings and adopted ordinances regarding electrical rehabilitation for the Moonachie Avenue pump station and amendments to the traffic ordinance concerning permit parking and handicapped parking zones.

The board addressed a variety of administrative and operational agenda items, including communications regarding housing plans, environmental remediation, and shared services agreements. Key actions included the authorization of resolutions for park equipment installation at Joseph Street Park, the management of Community Disaster Loan repayment terms, and payments for ongoing municipal building construction. The board also reviewed professional service contracts, discussed upcoming infrastructure projects such as pump station generator upgrades and traffic signal funding, and evaluated personnel matters including terminal pay and sick day policies. A closed session was conducted to discuss employment-related grievances and personnel issues.

The Board reviewed an appeal regarding a Zoning Officer's denial of a construction permit for a residential property, ultimately adopting a resolution to grant the appeal based on findings of fact and law. A site plan and variance application for another residential site was tabled at the applicant's request for a future hearing. The Board also held a discussion on the protocols and requirements for member recusal regarding conflicts of interest. A closed session was convened to deliberate on matters related to anticipated litigation.

The meeting primarily focused on a site plan and use variance application for a property located at 31 A Daniel Street. The discussion centered on the proposal to replace an existing, storm-damaged home with a new two-family dwelling within an R1 zone. Key topics included technical review of building plans, compliance with flood zone regulations and drainage requirements, site design details such as parking and building height, and neighborhood compatibility. The Board addressed concerns regarding the potential for the structure to be used as separate units, leading to stipulations such as converting a full bath into a half bath. Ultimately, the Board voted to carry the application over to a subsequent meeting.