Council of the Borough of Mountain Lakes Meeting Minutes
The Council discussed the Woodlands Committee's Goat Grazing Pilot Project, including plans for expansion, and the status of Red Trail renovations. The Borough Attorney provided a report on noise ordinance regulation, recommending amendments to the Board of Health ordinance and repeal of the police ordinance. The Borough Manager announced that Moody's upgraded the Borough's bond ratings to Aaa. Additionally, committee reports were given regarding lakefront beach enforcement, water billing processes, tree inventory, and potential concerns related to the Football Mud Run. The Council also passed resolutions for the payment of bills and for a Highlands Protection Fund grant.
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Council of the Borough of Mountain Lakes Meeting Minutes
The Council discussed the introduction of an ordinance to acquire new police vehicles using the Capital Improvement Fund. A consent agenda was enacted, which included the authorization of bill payments, the issuance of a formal resolution opposing S-1836 legislation concerning local zoning and environmental safeguards, the approval of revenue for the Green Communities grant, and the adoption of resolutions regarding the sale and combination of general bonds. Furthermore, the Council made appointments to the Historic Preservation Committee and the Environmental Commission, and received reports regarding a goat pilot program for invasive species management, trail infrastructure reconstruction, and ongoing tree inventory efforts.
Mar 23, 2026·Board meeting
Borough of Mountain Lakes Council Meeting
The Council meeting agenda focused on the municipal budget, including a public hearing and formal adoption of the 2026 Municipal Budget. Key legislative items involved introducing a bond ordinance for various improvements, authorizing municipal employee salaries and wages, amending general ordinances related to fee schedules, and revising solid waste recycling regulations. Additionally, the Council addressed the payment of bills, the transfer of appropriation reserves, and approved a professional services agreement for lake management services.
