Michael Hudson

The governing body approved a resolution to cancel unexpended and dedicated balances of General Capital Fund appropriations. Specifically, this involved the cancellation of $180,000 related to the Bogue Playground CDBG Grant, as the project was completed and the funds were no longer required.

The meeting featured a guest presentation from the Passaic County Division of Economic Development regarding available resources, grants, and marketing assistance for small businesses, including an upcoming office hours session in the borough. Discussion also covered the promotion of local events through the SeePassaicCounty.org platform, increasing local business participation in the upcoming Passaic County Restaurant Week, and updates on the Bites of Bloomingdale initiative. Furthermore, the commission reviewed the status of several new local businesses and scheduled upcoming ribbon-cutting ceremonies.

The board reviewed reports from the Health Education, Nursing, and REHS departments, covering updates on flu vaccine clinics, rising trends in flu and respiratory admissions, challenges in coordinating school-based educational programs, and the status of ongoing septic system repairs. The meeting addressed unfinished business, specifically the need to update business fees and communicate new ordinances related to the regulation of electronic smoking devices and psychoactive products. New business included the introduction of the new Council Liaison and discussions regarding necessary updates to the Board of Health website and potential social media management.

The meeting addressed the nominations for the 2026 ROSE Leadership Board, continuing with the existing leadership structure. Key discussions centered on 2025 completed ROSE Fund recommendations, such as upgrades at Bogue Pond and installation of a new combination key for WTB tennis courts. For 2026, recommendations were presented for Department of Public Works (DPW) and non-DPW items, alongside new recommendations like the creation of All-Weather Cornhole Platforms. The current ROSE Fund balance as of February 26, 2026, was noted at $200K, with approximate 2026 expenses detailed. Further discussion covered annual DPW tasks, REC and Open Space recommendations—including the conversion of a Delaizer Field ballfield to Softball using combined funds and grants, and adding a floating dock at Bogue Pond. A recommendation was also made to replace Main Street Christmas Lights, estimated at $45K.

The meeting began with adherence to legal notice requirements and a Fire Code acknowledgement regarding emergency exits. Key agenda items included the adoption and memorialization of a Resolution for Ordinance 26-2025. The Board also reviewed pending applications, specifically #704 for 8 First Street LLC and #731 for Dennehy/Barth. Under New Business, there was a discussion regarding Fourth Round Affordable Housing Compliance Requirements, with the Board scheduled to review an Ordinance prior to the next meeting. The public discussion section confirmed no public attendance.