Amy Baker

The meeting commenced with the opening of the public meeting and roll call. The Board adopted the minutes from the Reorganization Meeting and Regular Meeting held on January 7, 2021. Several resolutions were memorialized, including the approval of the Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary for 2021, appointment of Board Professionals, designation of official newspapers, adoption of 2021 meeting dates, and approvals for various variance requests concerning bulk, use, and pool installations for several properties. Regarding applications, the matter concerning the application of Dawn & Kevin DiMassimo Cioffi (ZB20/18) to construct a larger single-family dwelling was carried to the March 18, 2021 hearing at the applicant's request for plan revisions. The appeal by Irvington Manor, LLC (ZB20/04) regarding adding a Hotel Use was carried to the April 15th regular meeting with new notice required, following a discussion about the applicant's technical capabilities for remote participation and procedural concerns raised by a member regarding the timing of requests for draft resolutions.

The primary focus of the meeting was the continuation of application ZB17/01 regarding bulk variances sought by Pasquale & Joan Ruta for demolishing existing structures and constructing a new 3-story single-family dwelling at 114 Ocean Park Avenue. The board discussed revisions made by the applicant concerning rear yard setback violations (reduced to only deck steps), side yard setbacks (revised to 3.5 feet and 5.83 feet), and building coverage. Discussion also covered the proposed height, square footage, and placement of mechanicals. Members of the public voiced concerns regarding permitted lot coverage percentages, fire code distances, impact on light/air/open space for adjacent properties, and parking provisions. The Board decided to carry the matter to the May 17, 2018 meeting without further notice being required.

The meeting included the presentation of a Certificate of Appreciation to a member of the Environmental Commission. Several ordinances were introduced, including Ordinance 2026-9 concerning the consolidation and codification of Affordable Housing Overlay Zones, Ordinance 2026-10 revising temporary parking regulations during snow emergencies, Ordinance 2026-11 revising temporary parking regulations related to streets, Ordinance 2026-12 updating the administration of occupancy tax on rentals, and Ordinance 2026-13 enhancing regulations for the Shade Tree Commission. Bond Ordinance 2026-06 regarding renovations to the Beach Promenade and acquisition of Beach Mobi-Mats was adopted after a public hearing where funding suggestions were made. Ordinance 2026-7, eliminating certain construction code fees, and Ordinance 2026-8, augmenting the Arts Committee, were also adopted following public hearings. Resolutions adopted included approving the bill list, authorizing a 5K Walk for the Brain Injury Alliance, approving an outdoor food and beverage event for D'Arcy's Tavern (with conflicts of interest noted for two members), adopting a Mediation Agreement, approving a Shared Services Agreement with Neptune City for cleaning services, rejecting bids for Beach Access Matting Systems, awarding a bid for Lead Paint Inspection Services, authorizing amendments to the Temporary Budget, and adopting a policy on employee gift acceptance. Reports from various committees and officials were provided, and public comments addressed issues related to snow removal ordinances, beach equipment use, and Ordinance 2026-9.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance and an open public meeting announcement. Prior to the official opening, a new Board Member was sworn in. The Board entered and returned from an Executive Session. Key actions included the memorialization of several resolutions for 2019, specifically the appointment of the Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Board Secretary, Board Attorney, Board Engineer, and Board Planner. Further resolutions designated the official newspapers for 2019 and established the schedule for the 2019 Regular Planning Board Meetings.

The meeting included the approval of the Reorganization and Regular Meeting Minutes from January 28, 2021, and the Special Meeting Minutes from February 11, 2021. Several resolutions were memorialized, including appointments for Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Board Secretary, Attorney, Engineer, and Planner for 2021, as well as the designation of official newspapers for public notifications. A motion was made to approve previously referenced variances. The board reviewed Ordinance No. 2021-5 from the Borough Council, which pertains to amending zoning sections regarding permitted yard encroachments and relief for non-conforming lot owners. After discussion, a motion was passed confirming the ordinance is consistent with the Master Plan and forwarding recommendations to the Mayor and Council.