Scott Loverich

The meeting involved reports from the Health Department, including Vital Statistics for October 2025 (1 death, 2 marriages) and October client visit numbers for Foxhill and the Senior Center. Discussions on Old Business included confirming the Microblading Ordinance is in place and agreeing to fund additional Chair Yoga classes, with the final funding application to be determined. New Business included deferring the Budget Review to the December meeting and approving the 2026 Meeting Dates for publication. Committee discussions included a member sharing insights on navigating healthcare systems to potentially develop a senior advocacy program.

The meeting began with standard formalities, including the National Anthem and invocation, followed by a declaration of compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act. Key actions included the approval of a Consent Agenda containing resolutions for advertising an RFQ, authorizing tax title lien redemption, budget transfers for 2025, and payment of vouchers. The Mayor delivered comprehensive year-end comments reflecting on 2025 accomplishments, thanking borough employees, first responders (Police, Public Works, Fire, EMS), and various administrative and professional staff. He also recognized Council members' service and welcomed a newly elected member. Major accomplishments from 2025 included the receipt of a new fire truck, the opening of an all-inclusive playground, and completion of several roadway paving and drainage improvements. Plans for 2026 projects, including road improvements and bridge replacement coordination, were noted. The meeting concluded the Sine-Die session, followed by a Reorganization meeting where oaths of office were administered. A major item in the reorganization was the selection of the Council President for 2026, with Councilman Kim being elected. A second Consent Agenda covered numerous administrative appointments for 2026, including the Borough Attorney, Auditor, Prosecutor, and various liaisons, though one resolution regarding advertising for an RFQ was pulled for separate discussion and ultimately approved. Finally, the Mayor's appointments to various Boards (e.g., Board of Health, Recreation Committee, Planning Board) and Council committee assignments were approved.

The regular meeting included the Pledge of Allegiance and a roll call of the 2025 members. Key reports covered restaurant and food service inspections for November 2025, which showed 7 deaths and 2 marriages in vital statistics. The meeting was opened to the public briefly without attendees present. Old business included a budget review where the funding for senior chair Pilates/Yoga was discussed, with a request to explore a yoga in the park event. New business involved nominations for President and Vice President, noting expiring terms. Goals and Objectives are deferred to January. Committee reports were noted as having no new updates.

The meeting was called to order following a statement of compliance regarding public notice requirements. Key agenda items included the swearing-in of the 2026 Planning Board Mayoral Appointments and the election of officers for Chairman and Vice-Chairman. Other discussions involved necessary Board Appointments (Attorney, Engineer, Secretary), approval of the 2026 Planning Board Meeting Dates, and the scheduling of New Business items, including an Appeal for 275 Tappan Road and Application PB 26:01 for Alliotts Construction.

The primary discussions involved community events, specifically a fall-themed garden event scheduled for October 10th, and planning for upcoming hikes throughout October and one in November. The Commission decided to cancel the November meeting. Regarding the budget, there was a consensus to order a larger shed utilizing remaining funds, and to use some funds for ADA planters for the garden. The Council Liaison reported that the bamboo ordinance was set for introduction, a tree removal application met guidelines, and a book recycling program is commencing soon. The meeting was opened and closed to the public with no comments received from attendees.