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Glen Ridge council approves routine resolutions, hears water-meter update and sets historic-preservation hearing
Summary
At a borough council meeting, members approved three routine resolutions — on school taxes, a deputy clerk reappointment and a raffle permit — heard a progress report on the water-meter replacement project and set a public hearing for a proposed historic preservation ordinance.
The Glen Ridge Borough Council approved a set of routine actions and heard municipal updates at its meeting.
Councilor Leitz moved and the council approved Resolution 67-25 regarding school taxes; the clerk called the roll and the motion carried. Soon after, the council approved Resolution 68-25 to reappoint Michael Zelli as deputy municipal clerk “in accordance with New Jersey state law,” and approved Resolution 69-25, granting a merchandise raffle application from the McKenna Angel Foundation to be held May 4 at the Country Club. The clerk recorded that each motion carried following roll-call votes.
During committee reports, Councilor Law gave an update on the borough’s water-meter replacement program, saying about 25% of households have had new meters installed, another 25% are scheduled over the coming month, and roughly 50% remain to be completed. Residents are asked to schedule an appointment; Councilor Law said the installation takes about 10 to 20 minutes.
Councilor Moody announced a public hearing for a proposed historic preservation ordinance to be held Tuesday the 18th at 7 p.m.; the ordinance, she said, is intended to bring borough procedures into greater compliance with interior standards and to streamline minor applications for the Historic Preservation Commission.
The meeting opened with a ceremonial proclamation recognizing Scout Troop 55 for organizing shovel teams that aided approximately 30 senior residents after winter storms; Mayor Deborah Mans read the proclamation and invited the scouts forward for a photo. Resident Gordon Levit of 131 Hillside Avenue praised the troop during the public-comment period, saying the volunteers provided important help to residents who can no longer clear their own sidewalks.
The council also announced a vacancy on the Shade Tree Commission following the passing of Robert Bound and invited applications; volunteer forms are due by the 24th.
The clerk reported no additional public comments or unfinished business and the council moved to adjourn.
