Work includes drainage improvements, concrete curb and sidewalk, pavement milling, and paving. Approximate quantities include 7,120 SY of pavement milling, 835 tons of hot mix asphalt material, 3,600 LF of concrete curb, 420 SY of concrete sidewalk and driveways, drainage improvements, and miscellaneous related work items.
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Census ID
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130857
Employee FTE
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10
Population
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1,677
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Borough of Lake Como
Borough of Lake Como Regular Meeting
Date: Jul 7, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council received reports from various committees regarding local operations. Public comments were heard concerning recent power outages and the need for utility provider advocacy, as well as requests for stricter enforcement of trash can lid ordinances and the maintenance of faded crosswalks. The council authorized the payment of bills and addressed legal matters regarding an open space easement, including the introduction of an ordinance to convey said easement to the county for park preservation purposes.
Borough of Lake Como Regular Meeting Minutes
Date: Jul 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed committee reports regarding local policing, farmer's market updates, and recreational soccer signups. Mayor Higgins provided updates on upcoming community events and honored local award recipients. The council approved special event applications for the Lake Como Day 5k and the Shillelagh 5k. Additionally, the council passed an ordinance concerning an open space easement, approved resolutions for bill payments, extended the tax grace period, and approved bylaws for the Monmouth Municipal Joint Insurance Fund. A social affairs permit for the Lake Como Day beer and wine area was also approved. The meeting included an executive session.
Borough of Lake Como Special Virtual Meeting
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the Borough of Lake Como?
Procurement for the Borough of Lake Como is managed locally by the Borough Clerk and the Borough Council, with operational support from the Borough Administrator and the Chief Financial Officer. The borough operates under a 'weak mayor / strong council' form of government, with the Mayor presiding and voting only to break ties.
Where does the Borough of Lake Como post bids and RFPs?
The Borough of Lake Como posts public bids, RFPs, and solicitation documents on its official website (lakecomonj.org), typically in Public Notices/Bulletin Board sections and the site’s useruploads directory; the Borough Clerk issues solicitations and provides bid packages upon posting.
What products and services does the Borough of Lake Como typically procure?
Date: Mar 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed several items related to affordable housing. Key discussion topics included a review of a memorandum from the Planning Board Attorney regarding the Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. The council conducted second readings and adopted Ordinance 2026-1, which creates a Mixed Use Affordable Housing Overlay Zone, and Ordinance 2026-2, which amends the municipal code to implement the Fourth Round Housing Plan Element. Additionally, the council approved Resolution 2026-57 regarding the Affordable Housing Spending Plan.
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The Borough of Lake Como commonly procures professional services (engineering, legal, financial advisory), public-works and infrastructure projects, municipal vehicles and equipment, IT/GIS and software licensing, and routine operational goods and services, as reflected in Article VI of the Borough Code and the Borough Purchasing Manual.
Does the Borough of Lake Como use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The Borough of Lake Como uses New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing contracts administered by the NJ Division of Purchase and Property and may access the Monmouth County Cooperative Pricing System for eligible purchases; council minutes show prior authorization to buy via state cooperative contracts.
What procurement requirements does the Borough of Lake Como publish for vendors?
Per Article VI and the Borough Purchasing Manual, vendors must obtain CFO verification for specified purchase thresholds and professional agreements, comply with federal E-Verify, and meet significant-construction contractor obligations (insurance, pension, registered apprenticeships, OSHA-30). Solicitation-specific Affirmative Action and Contract Compliance forms are provided with bid packages.
How does the Borough of Lake Como approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Borough of Lake Como approves procurement contracts and awards by Borough Council resolution that includes the CFO's Verification of Vendor Eligibility; vouchers require certification, audit by the Finance Officer, and signatures by the Mayor and three Council members, with RFPs prepared by the Borough Clerk.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the Borough of Lake Como?
Procurement is governed by the New Jersey Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11 et seq.) and Article VI of the Borough Code; the Borough's Purchasing Manual is published on lakecomonj.org and contains vendor-eligibility thresholds, E-Verify rules, significant-construction contractor requirements, and change-order procedures.