Legal Notices
TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township of ScotchPlains has scheduled a Special Meeting for Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 9:00 A.M.
The purpose of the special meeting is the approval of a redevelopment agreement for Block 12801, Lot 14 and an amendment to the Special Use permit for the World Cup Viewing party. Formal action will be taken at the meeting.
The meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at theTownship Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. The Township of Scotch Plains does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. Those individuals requiring auxiliary aids and services must notify the ADA Coordinator of the Township of Scotch Plains as soon as possible in advance of the meeting.
BOZENA LACINA,
Municipal Clerk
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LEGAL NOTICE
TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
PLANNING BOARD
TAKE NOTICE, that on Monday, June 1, 2026, the Planning Board of the Township of Scotch Plains, Union County, New Jersey, approved the following application:
Cardamone, James & Robert, 1234 Maple Hill Rd, Block 9602, Lot 6, R-2 Zone, applied for approval to subdivide the existing property into two (2) separate lots, one conforming for the R-2 Zone, and one requiring variances as approximately 13,361 sq. ft. is proposed, and 13,500 sq. ft. is required, and the minimum lot width for a corner lot is 90 ft, with 70.53 ft. proposed. In addition to the subdivision and variances described, the applicant seeks any and all other variances, waivers, and/or relief that may be required upon review by the Planning Board to construct a one (1) two-and-one-half (2.5) story single-family dwelling on each of the newly created lots.
The Resolution memorializing said approval was duly presented and adopted by the Planning Board at its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, June 15, 2026. A copy of the Resolution has been filed in the office of the Planning Board and/or the office of the Municipal Clerk at the Scotch Plains Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, and is available for public inspection.
Kimberly Smith
Land Use Administrator
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LEGAL NOTICE
JULY 9, 2026
TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., the regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Township of Scotch Plains is scheduled for Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. and held by online/virtual means and telephonically only. The following applications will be heard:
Sheng, Lin-Xu, 528 Hunter Ave, Block 403, Lot 8, R-3A Zone, has applied for the installation of a six-foot fence located along the rear and side property lines. The subject property fronts on Hunter Avenue and is classified as a through lot. As a result, the rear portion of the property is deemed a front yard for zoning purposes. The proposed six-foot fence requires variance approval as this is prohibited under the following:
Section 232.3 Regulations Applicable to All Zones:
i. For the purpose of regulating the locations of buildings on lots extending through between two parallel streets, all portions of a through lot which fronts on a public street shall be subject to the front yard requirements of the zone district in which the lot is located.
o. Fences may be erected, installed, altered or reconstructed to a height of nominally four feet above ground level when located in a front yard area, or to a height of nominally six feet above ground level if located elsewhere on the lot, except that in no case shall any fence be higher than nominally four feet above ground level when located beyond a projection of any front building line of any adjacent improved lots or the setback line of any adjacent unimproved lots.
Rosenberg, Paul & Alexis, 432 Pine Grove Circle, Block 3101, Lot 37, R-3A Zone, has applied for the installation of a 7’ x 7’ hot tub approximately 5 feet from the property line on the Pine Grove Circle side and approximately +/- 28 feet from the rear property line. A variance is required as this is prohibited under the following:
Section 23-2.3 Regulations Applicable to All Zones:
h. No secondary building shall be placed in any other location that violates the front yard of any adjacent property, either developed or undeveloped as it relates/applies to Subsections 23-3.4A and 23.3.4B, and with the provisions of Subsection 23-3.4D [3]. This subsection shall apply to all lots and all configurations, but not limited to cul-de-sac, corner lots, through streets, and any other configuration that my apply.
Phillip, Chad, 1768 Front Street, Block 1102, Lot 15, B1 Zone, has applied for the construction of two, 2-story additions and a new covered porch to the existing single-family residence. The applicant seeks all variances, waivers, and other relief necessary to permit the proposed improvements and the continued use and expansion of the existing single-family dwelling, which constitutes a pre-existing nonconforming use within the B-1 Zone. The requested relief includes the following:
Section 23-3.9 – B-1 Office and Multifamily Residence Zone: Expansion of a pre-existing nonconforming single- family residential use, as single-family homes are not permitted within the B-1 Zone.
Section 23-3.4A – Minimum Lot Area: 7,500 square feet required; 6,195 square feet existing and proposed.
Section 23-3.4A – Minimum Lot Width: 75 feet required; 50 feet existing and proposed.
Section 23-3.4A – Minimum Side Yard Setbacks: 10 feet from the side street and 10 feet/25 feet combined side yards required; 10.8 feet from the side street, 5.83 feet and 16.63 feet combined existing; 10.17 feet from the side street, 5.43 feet and 15.6 feet combined proposed.
Members of the public who wish to monitor and/or participate in these public meeting procedures may join from a computer or capable device at:
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The agenda for the meeting on July 9, 2026 will be posted on the Township of Scotch Plains website.
Alternately, members of the public may contact the Land Use Administrator by email at
Kimberly Smith
Land Use Administrator
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township of Scotch Plains has scheduled a Special Meeting for Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 9:00 A.M.
The purpose of the special meeting is the approval of a redevelopment agreement for Block 12801, Lot 14. Formal action will be taken at the meeting.
The meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at the Township Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. The Township of Scotch Plains does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. Those individuals requiring auxiliary aids and services must notify the ADA Coordinator of the Township of Scotch Plains as soon as possible in advance of the meeting.
BOZENA LACINA,
Municipal Clerk
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Ordinance was passed on first reading by the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, New Jersey on the 9th day of JUNE 2026, and that said Ordinance will be considered for final adoption at a meeting of the said Township Council, on the 7th day of JULY 2026 at 7:00 p.m., at which time and place a public hearing will be held prior to final passage of said Ordinances and all interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning the same. Copies of said Ordinance can be obtained from the Township Clerk's Office at any time prior to final adoption at no cost to any member of the general public who requests same.
ORD 2026-24 - Ordinance supplementing and amending the Revised General Ordinances of the Township of Scotch Plains, Chapter 7A, Entitled “Traffic Schedules”, §7A-27 “Crossing Guard Post Traffic Control.” [Willow Avenue].
ORD 2026-25 - Ordinance amending Chapter 23, “Zoning,” of the Revised General Ordinances of the Township of Scotch Plains by Deleting Chapter 23, Attachment 4 In Its Entirety and Replacing it with a new Chapter 23, Attachment 4 [23-3.4D Schedule of Yard and Building Height Limitations for Detached Secondary Buildings in Residential Districts”].
ORD 2026-26 - Ordinance amends Chapter X of the Township Code entitled, “Parks and Golf Course” by amending the fees for the use of Shady Rest Golf Course.
BOZENA LACINA, RMC
Municipal Clerk
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Ordinances were finally adopted by the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, New Jersey, on the 9th of JUNE 2026.
ORD 2026-21 - Ordinance amending Chapter XVII (Fire Prevention) of the Revised General Ordinances of the Township of Scotch Plains to Update §17-1.8 (Permits And Fees) for the purpose of Establishing an Annual Mobile and Temporary Food Preparation Permit Application Procedure.
ORD 2026-22 - Ordinance amending Section 2-25, Fees for Services, at Subsection 2-25.5, “Fees for Police Service,” of the Code of the Township of Scotch Plains.
ORD 2026-23 - Ordinance amending Article 19-7 (Affordable Housing) In Chapter XIX (Land Use Procedures) of the Revised Ordinances of the Township of Scotch Plains to Address the Requirements of the Fair Housing Act (FHA), as amended, and the Uniform Housing Affordability Controls (UHAC), as amended, Regarding Compliance with the Township’s Affordable Housing Obligations and in Accordance with the Township’s Consent Order for Final Compliance Certification.
BOZENA LACINA, RMC
Township Clerk
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LEGAL NOTICE
JUNE 4, 2026
TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., the regular meeting of the
Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Township of Scotch Plains is scheduled for Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. and held by
online/virtual means and telephonically only.
The following applications will be heard:
Reuter, Maria, 1954 Winding Brook Way, Block 13204, Lot 5, R-1 Zone, has applied for a Temporary Operating Permit to
conduct a small home-based business preparing and packaging spice blends for retail sale.
Komoroski, Charles J., Jr, 7 Greenbrier Lane, Block 14602, Lot 8, R-1 Zone, has applied for the construction of an approximate
20’ x 20’ (400 square foot) four-sided open carport, nominally located on the left side of the property approximately 5 feet
(+/-) from the left-side property line. A variance is required as this is prohibited under the following:
Section 23-3.4D, Schedule of Yard and Building Height Limitations for Detached Secondary Buildings in Residential Districts,
paragraph A (R-1 Zone): structures greater than 200 square feet are required to be set back 30 feet from the property line.
Members of the public who wish to monitor and/or participate in these public meeting procedures may join from a computer
or capable device at:Topic: Township of Scotch Plains ZBOA Meeting
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Meeting ID: 371 867 1959
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The agenda for the meeting on June 4, 2026 will be posted on the Township of Scotch Plains website.
Alternately, members of the public may contact the Land Use Administrator by email at
phone, during regular business hours, at (908) 322-6700 x 307 in order to make an appointment to review the application(s)
and supporting materials at the Municipal Building located at 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.
Kimberly Smith
Land Use Administrator
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LEGAL NOTICE
TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
PLANNING BOARD | JUNE 1, 2026
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., the
regular meeting of the Planning Board of the Township of Scotch Plains scheduled for Monday, June 1,
2026 at 7:30 p.m. will be held by online/virtual means and telephonically only.
The following applications will be heard:
Cardamone, James & Robert, 1234 Maple Hill Rd, Block 9602, Lot 6, R-2 Zone, applied for approval to
subdivide the existing property into two (2) separate lots, one conforming for the R-2 Zone, and one
requiring variances as approximately 13,361 sq. ft. is proposed, and 13,500 sq. ft. is required, and the
minimum lot width for a corner lot is 90 ft, with 70.53 ft. proposed. In addition to the subdivision and
variances described, the applicant seeks any and all other variances, waivers, and/or relief that may be
required upon review by the Planning Board to construct a one (1) two-and-one-half (2.5) story single- family dwelling on each of the newly created lots.
Members of the public who wish to monitor and/or participate in these public meeting procedures may
join from a computer or capable device at:
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Meeting ID: 371 867 1959
Passcode: Qay11J
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Effective March 1, 2026, all Land Use legal notices of the Township of Scotch Plains may be obtained or
viewed on the Township’s official website at the following link:
https://www.scotchplainsnj.gov/index.php/news/1618-legal-notices
Land Use legal notices will also be available on the respective Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment webpages.
The agenda for the meeting on June 1, 2026 will be posted on the Township of Scotch Plains website.
Alternately, members of the public may contact the Land Use Administrator by email at
to the meeting in order to ask any questions, review materials, or if encountering any difficulty with the
options described in this notice.
Kimberly Smith
Land Use Administrator
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
NOTICE
2026 JUNE RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
LOCATION CHANGE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Recreation Commission of
the Township of Scotch Plains has changed the location for their June 15, 2026 Meeting.
The meetings will begin at 7:30 p.m.
June 15, 2026 – Haven Park
336 Haven Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
In the case of inclement weather, the Recreation Commission will conduct the
meetings at the Shady Rest Golf and Country Club, 820 Jerusalem Road, Scotch Plains,
NJ.
The Township of Scotch Plains does not discriminate against persons with disabilities.
Those individuals requiring auxiliary aids and services where necessary, must notify the
ADA Coordinator of the Township of Scotch Plains at least seventy-two (72) hours in
advance of the meeting.
BOZENA LACINA,
Municipal Clerk
NOTICE OF PENDING BOND ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY
BOND ORDINANCE 2026-12
The bond ordinance, the summary terms of which are included herein, was introduced and passed upon first reading at a meeting of the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of Union, State of New Jersey, on March 10, 2026. It will be further considered for final passage, after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of the Township Council to be held at its meeting room in the Township Hall, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, on April 14, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. During the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting copies of the full ordinance will be available at no cost and during regular business hours, at the Clerk's office for the members of the general public who shall request the same. The summary of the terms of such bond ordinance follows:
Title: BOND ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAKING OF VARIOUS PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND THE ACQUISITION OF A NEW AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE, INCLUDING ORIGINAL APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT, IN, BY AND FOR THE SEWER UTILITY OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $1,000,000 TO PAY THE COST THEREOF, TO PARTIALLY FUND APPROPRIATIONS FROM THE SEWER UTILITY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND, TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS TO FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIATION AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS.
The purposes, appropriations and bonds/notes authorized in this multipurpose bond ordinance are as follows:
SCHEDULE OF IMPROVEMENTS, PURPOSES AND AMOUNTS
- Acquisition of a new automotive vehicle (with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) in excess of 15,000 pounds), including original apparatus and equipment, consisting of a sewer jet vacuum truck.
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 400,000
Sewer Utility Capital Improvement
Fund Appropriated $ 21,400
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 378,600
Period of Usefulness 10 years
- Undertaking of the following sanitary sewer improvements: (i) replacement of the Greenwood Pump Station and (ii) replacement of the sanitary sewer line on Clover Lane in the vicinity of the Ash Brook Tributary.
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 600,000
Sewer Utility Capital Improvement
Fund Appropriated $ 28,600
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 571,400
Period of Usefulness 40 years
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Aggregate Appropriation and Estimated Cost $1,000,000
Aggregate Sewer Utility Capital
Improvement Fund Appropriated to
Partially Fund Appropriations $ 50,000
Aggregate Amount of Bonds and Notes
Authorized $ 950,000
Section 20 Costs: $100,000
Useful Life: 28.04 years
This Notice is published pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:2-17 by its posting on the Township's official Internet website.
BOZENA LACINA
Township Clerk
Township of Scotch Plains
County of Union
State of New Jersey
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NOTICE OF PENDING BOND ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY
BOND ORDINANCE 2026-11
The bond ordinance, the summary terms of which are included herein, was introduced and passed upon first reading at a meeting of the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of Union, State of New Jersey, on March 10, 2026. It will be further considered for final passage, after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of the Township Council to be held at its meeting room in the Township Hall, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, on April 14, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. During the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting copies of the full ordinance will be available at no cost and during regular business hours, at the Clerk's office for the members of the general public who shall request the same. The summary of the terms of such bond ordinance follows:
Title: BOND ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAKING OF VARIOUS PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND THE ACQUISITION OF NEW ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY, NEW INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT, AND A NEW FIRE APPARATUS AND NEW AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES, INCLUDING ORIGINAL APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT, IN, BY AND FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $2,860,000 TO PAY THE COST THEREOF, TO APPROPRIATE A STATE GRANT, TO MAKE A DOWN PAYMENT, TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS TO FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIATION AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS.
The purposes, appropriations, bonds/notes authorized and grant appropriated in this multipurpose bond ordinance are as follows:
SCHEDULE OF IMPROVEMENTS, PURPOSES AND AMOUNTS
- Acquisition of a new automotive vehicle, including original apparatus and equipment, consisting of a passenger car for the use of the Tax Assessor.
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 31,000
Down Payment Appropriated $ 1,500
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 29,500
Period of Usefulness 5 years
- Acquisition of new additional or replacement equipment and machinery and new automotive vehicles, including original apparatus and equipment, for the use of the Police Department consisting of (i) SUVs, (ii) firearms, (iii) helmets, shields and other protective equipment and (iv) vehicle and body cameras.
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 480,000
Down Payment Appropriated $ 22,900
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 457,100
Period of Usefulness 5 years
- C. Acquisition of new additional or replacement equipment and machinery consisting of turnout gear for the use of the Fire Department.
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 60,000
Down Payment Appropriated $ 2,900
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 57,100
Period of Usefulness 5 years
- Acquisition of a new fire apparatus, including original apparatus and equipment, consisting of a water rescue truck for the use of the Fire Department.
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 150,000
Down Payment Appropriated $ 7,150
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 142,850
Period of Usefulness 10 years
- Undertaking of the following park improvements: (i) improvements to bathrooms at various parks; and (ii) installation of netting at the Green Forest Park Ice Rink.
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 125,000
Down Payment Appropriated $ 5,960
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 119,040
Period of Usefulness 15 years
- Acquisition of new automotive vehicles, including original apparatus and equipment, consisting of pickup trucks for the use of Parks and Recreation and the Department of Public Properties ("DPP").
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 250,000
Down Payment Appropriated $ 12,000
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 238,000
Period of Usefulness 5 years
- Acquisition of a new automotive vehicle (with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) in excess of 15,000 pounds), including original apparatus and equipment, consisting of a dump truck with spreader for the use of the DPP.
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 285,000
Down Payment Appropriated $ 13,575
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 271,425
Period of Usefulness 10 years
- Acquisition of new additional or replacement equipment and machinery and a new automotive vehicle, including original apparatus and equipment, for the use of the DPP consisting of (i) a mason dump truck and (ii) a claw attachment for a loader.
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 150,000
Down Payment Appropriated $ 7,150
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 142,850
Period of Usefulness 5 years
- Undertaking of the following road improvements: (i) improvement of Glenside Avenue; (ii) improvement of Grant Avenue; and (iii) the 2026 Road Improvement Program at various locations, as set forth on a list on file with the Township Clerk and hereby approved and incorporated herein by this reference thereto. Depending upon the contract price and other exigent circumstances, and upon approval by the Township Council, there may be additions to or deletions from the list referred to in clause (iii) of the preceding sentence. It is hereby determined and stated that the roads being improved are of "Class B" or equivalent construction as defined in Section 22 of the Local Bond Law (Chapter 2 of Title 40A of the New Jersey Statutes Annotated, as amended; the "Local Bond Law").
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $1,084,000
State Grant Appropriated $ 355,108
Down Payment Appropriated $ 34,712
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 694,180
Period of Usefulness 10 years
- Undertaking of the following public improvements: (i) replacement of stormwater inlet curb pieces and grates at various locations; and (ii) drainage improvements in the vicinity of Indian Run.
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 195,000
Down Payment Appropriated $ 9,300
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 185,700
Period of Usefulness 15 years
- (i) Acquisition of new information technology equipment consisting of computer upgrade equipment for the use of various Township departments, offices and agencies and (ii) installation of security cameras at various locations.
Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 50,000
Down Payment Appropriated $ 2,745
Bonds and Notes Authorized $ 47,255
Period of Usefulness 5 years
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Aggregate Appropriation and Estimated Cost $ 2,860,000
State Grant Appropriated $ 355,108
Aggregate Down Payment Appropriated $ 119,892
Aggregate Amount of Bonds and Notes
Authorized $ 2,385,000
Section 20 Costs: $3,892
Useful Life: 8.60 years
This Notice is published pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:2-17 by its posting on the Township's official Internet website.
_BOZENA LACINA_
Township Clerk
Township of Scotch Plains
County of Union
State of New Jersey
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Ordinances were finally adopted by the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, New Jersey, on the 10th of MARCH 2026.
ORD 2026-1 Ordinance amending Chapter XXIII entitled “Zoning”, Replacing §10.3 entitled “Downtown Affordable Housing Overlay Zone – Tier 1” in its Entirety with an updated §10.3 entitled “Downtown Affordable Housing Overlay Zone – Tier 1”, in accordance with the Adopted Fourth Round Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan of the Township of Scotch Plains.
ORD 2026-2 Ordinance amending Chapter XXIII, entitled “Zoning”, Replacing §10.4 entitled “Downtown Affordable Housing Overlay Zone – Tier 2” in its Entirety with an updated §10.4 entitled “Downtown Affordable Housing Overlay Zone – Tier 2”, in accordance with the Adopted Fourth Round Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan of the Township of Scotch Plains.
ORD 2026-3 Ordinance amending Chapter XXIII, entitled “Zoning”, Replacing §10.5 entitled “Downtown Affordable Housing Overlay Zone – Tier 3” in its Entirety with an updated §10.5 entitled “Downtown Affordable Housing Overlay Zone – Tier 3”, in accordance with the Adopted Fourth Round Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan of the Township of Scotch Plains.
ORD 2026-4 Ordinance amending Chapter XXIII, entitled “Zoning” of the Township of
Scotch Plains Ordinance to Create an Inclusionary Overlay Zone for Certain Properties in the Township of Scotch Plains “Morse Avenue Affordable Housing Overlay” in Accordance with the Adopted Fourth Round Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan of the of Township of Scotch Plains.
ORD 2026-5 Ordinance amending Chapter XXIII, entitled “Zoning” to Create an Inclusionary Overlay Zone District for Certain Properties in the Township of Scotch Plains “B-2 South Avenue Affordable Housing Overlay” in accordance with the Adopted Fourth Round Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan of the Township of Scotch Plains.
ORD 2026-6 Ordinance amending Chapter XII entitled, “Sewer and Water” of the
Revised General Ordinances of the Township of Scotch Plains Regarding Annual Service Charge for Residential and Non-Residential Properties [Definitions And Classifications].
ORD 2026-7 Ordinance to Repeal Article 23-8 entitled “Affordable Housing Development Fees” in Chapter XIII entitled “Zoning”, and to Repeal and Replace Article 19-7 entitled “Affordable Housing” in Chapter XIX entitled “Land Use Procedures” of the Revised Ordinances of the Township of Scotch Plains to Address the Requirements of the Fair Housing Act (FHA), as amended, and the Uniform
Housing Affordability Controls (UHAC), as amended, regarding Compliance
with the Township’s Affordable Housing Obligations.
ORD 2026-8 Ordinance amending the Revised General Ordinances of the Township of
Scotch Plains, Chapter VII, entitled Traffic, §7-10.1, “Left Turn Prohibition”,
and § 7A-13 Schedule XIII: No Left Turn, by Repealing the Intersection
Prohibitions at Terril Road and Kevin Road.
ORD 2026-9 Ordinance amending the Revised General Ordinances of the Township of
Scotch Plains, Chapter VII, entitled Traffic, by Creating a new §7-10.7, entitled
“Crossing Guard Post Traffic Control”, and by Creating a new § 7A-27 Schedule XXVII: “Crossing Guard Post Traffic Control.”
BOZENA LACINA, RMC
Township Clerk
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Ordinance was passed on first reading by the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, New Jersey on the 10th day of March 2026, and that said Ordinance will be considered for final adoption at a meeting of the said Township Council, on the 14th day of April 2026 at 7:00 p.m., at which time and place a public hearing will be held prior to final passage of said Ordinances and all interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning the same. Copies of said Ordinance can be obtained from the Township Clerk's Office at any time prior to final adoption at no cost to any member of the general public who requests same.
ORD 2026-10 Ordinance to Exceed the Municipal Budget Appropriation Limits and to Establish a Cap Bank (N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14).
ORD 2026-13 An Ordinance amending Chapter II “Administration”, § 2-20.32c entitled “Fire Department, Establishment and Regulations – Emergency Medical Services Fees”, to establish a rate structure and administrative framework for non-emergency "extra duty" EMS standby services.
ORD 2026-14 Ordinance amending Chapter XXIII, entitled “Zoning”, §23-3.11 entitled “B-2 Business Zone” of the Township of Scotch Plains to amend §23-3.11.B. “Permitted Secondary Uses.”
ORD 2026-15 Ordinance amending Salaries and Wages for Municipal Employees.
ORD 2026-16 Ordinance authorizing the Acquisition of Real Property and Easements Located at Block 12001, Lot 4.02 and Block 12001, Lot 24 within the Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, NJ in accordance with NJSA 40A12-11 known as the Local Land and Building Law.
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BOZENA LACINA, RMC
Municipal Clerk
2026 ANNUAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
PUBLIC NOTICE OF FAIR AND OPEN PROCUREMENT PROCESS
In accordance with New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law and N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et. seq., the Township of Scotch Plains (“Township”), County of Union, a municipal corporation of the State of New Jersey, is soliciting professional services proposals through a fair and open process. The Township will require the following services for the upcoming calendar year 2026: Township Conflict Counsel.
One (1) original; four (4) copies and one (1) digital copy of your sealed responses to this request for proposals must be submitted to the Township of Scotch Plains, Office of the Municipal Clerk, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 by no later than 10:00 AM local prevailing time on Thursday, March 26, 206 at which time and place responses are scheduled to be opened by the Municipal Manager or her designee.
Each sealed envelope containing a proposal shall be plainly marked on the outside to clearly show the specific service for which an individual or firm is submitting a proposal. The proposals will be evaluated by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Scotch Plains and contracts awarded based on (1) individual or firm experience and reputation in the field ( a copy of the resume of each individual performing the work is to be included); (2) knowledge of the Township of Scotch Plains and subject matters to be addressed under the contract; (3) availability to accommodate any required meetings; (4) compensation proposal; (5) at least 2 references with address and phone number; (6) a certification that no immediate relatives of any principal of the firm is employed by, or serve as elected officials of the Township of Scotch Plains; (7) an explanation as to when each individual performing work received his or her license to practice in this State; (8) a copy of the firm’s Certificate of Liability Insurance; (9) a copy of the firm’s Business Registration Certificate, and (10) Submission of the information requested in the RFP.
All contracts pursuant to the fair and open process will be awarded by resolution and require a majority vote of the Township Council at a public meeting. In addition to full compliance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et. seq. (“Pay to Play”), individuals or firms awarded contracts under these procedures will be required to comply with N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 and N.J.A.C. 17:27-4 (Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity), 42 U.S.C. Section 12101 et. seq. (Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990), N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2 (Disclosure of Ownership) and N.J.S.A. 52:32-44 (Business Registration).
Any questions regarding this notice should be directed to the Township of Scotch Plains, Office of the Municipal Manager, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076, (908) 322-6700.
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
NOTICE is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of Union, State of New Jersey, at the office of the Township Clerk, Scotch Plains Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, 07076 (ATTN: Bozena Lacina, Township Clerk) on or before
March 24, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. prevailing time or as soon thereafter as the matter may be reached, for
“TUB GRINDING, LOADING, HAULING & DISPOSAL OF VEGETATIVE WASTE 2026” in accordance with the Specifications and Information to Bidders prepared by the Township. At that time and place, such bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. No bids shall be received other than at the time and place herein designated for their receipt, unless mailed to the Township Clerk for receipt at the designated time and place.
Copies of the Bid Documents may be obtained during regular business hours from the Township Clerk beginning March 12, 2026. Written questions regarding the bid specifications may be submitted to the Bozena Lacina, Township Clerk, at 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 on or before
February 20, 2026 (12:00 pm).
Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 and all other applicable statutes, laws or regulations.
Bidders are required to submit a valid Business Registration Certificate from the State of New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue.
Bidders are required to submit one (1) original copy. Each bid shall be enclosed in a sealed opaque envelope addressed to the Township Clerk, bearing the name and address of the bidder, upon which shall be designated:
“TUB GRINDING, LOADING, HAULING & DISPOSAL OF VEGETATIVE WASTE 2026 ”
The Township reserves the right to reject any and all bids under the provisions of N.J.S.A. 40A:11-13.2.
By Order of the Township of Scotch Plains, in the County of Union and State of New Jersey.
Margaret Heisey Bozena Lacina
Municipal Manager Township Clerk
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
RESCHEDULED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township of Scotch Plains has re-scheduled the emergency meeting scheduled for February 23, 2026 at 3 PM due to inclement weather, The Emergency Meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 12:00 P.M.
The purpose of the emergency meeting is appointment of a municipal judge. Formal action will be taken at the meeting.
The meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at the Township Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. The Township of Scotch Plains does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. Those individuals requiring auxiliary aids and services must notify the ADA Coordinator of the Township of Scotch Plains as soon as possible in advance of the meeting.
BOZENA LACINA,
Municipal Clerk
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
SPECIAL EMERGENCY MEETING NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township of Scotch Plains has scheduled a Special Emergency Meeting for Monday, February 23, 2026 at 3:00 P.M.
The purpose of the special emergency meeting is appointment of a municipal judge. Formal action will be taken at the meeting.
The meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at the Township Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. The Township of Scotch Plains does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. Those individuals requiring auxiliary aids and services must notify the ADA Coordinator of the Township of Scotch Plains as soon as possible in advance of the meeting.
BOZENA LACINA,
Municipal Clerk
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
NOTICE FOR HISTORIC RENOVATION
GENERAL CONTRACTORS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed qualifications will be received by the Clerk’s Office, for the Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, State of New Jersey on Thursday, March 17, 2026, 11:00 AM prevailing time at Township of Scotch Plains 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 at which time and place qualifications will be opened in the Council Chambers and publicly read for:
PRE-QUALIFICATION FOR THE HISTORIC EXTERIOR & WINDOW REHABILITATION OF THE SHADY REST COUNTRY CLUB
A non-mandatory walk-though for interested contractors will be held onsite at 820 Jerusalem Road, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 on March 5, 2026 at 10:00 am prevailing time. All interested contractors are encouraged but not required to visit the project site.
Copies of the specifications may be requested from the Township Clerk, Bozena Lacina at
Each envelope must be clearly marked PRE-QUALIFICATION FOR THE HISTORIC EXTERIOR & WINDOW REHABILITATION OF THE SHADY REST COUNTRY CLUB. Forward qualifications to the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, Attention: Bozena Lacina, Municipal Clerk, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains NJ 07076.
Margaret Heisey, Township Manager
Bozena Lacina, Township Clerk
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
BID NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the Township Clerk for the Mayor and Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, Union County, New Jersey, for Improvements to Homestead Terrace, Edgewood Terrace, and Stocker Lane project at Scotch Plains Township Hall, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, 07076, on Thursday, February 26, 2026 @ 10:00 A.M., Local Prevailing Time.
Drawings, specifications and forms of bids, contract and bond for proposed work, prepared by David R. Atkinson, PE, PP, CME, will be on file at the office of said Engineer, 200 Central Avenue, Suite 102, Mountainside, N.J. 07092, on, Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 12:00 P.M. and may be examined at no expense by prospective bidders during business hours. Bidders, upon request, will be furnished with a copy of the specifications and plans by the Engineer upon proper notice and a non-refundable payment cost of $10.00 for a DIGITAL thumb drive or $200.00 for a hard copy to cover the cost of reproduction. (Checks made payable to: Neglia Group.) Bids must be made on Standard Proposal Forms in the manner designated herein and required by the Specifications, must be enclosed in sealed envelopes, bearing the name and address of bidder and name of project on the outside addressed to Mayor and Council, Township of Scotch Plains, Union County, New Jersey and must be accompanied by a non-collusion affidavit and a certified check or bid bond for not less than ten (10%) percent of the amount bid, provided said check need not be more than $20,000.00, nor shall not be less than $500.00, and a consent of surety from a surety company authorized to transact business in the State of New Jersey in a sum equal to one hundred (100%) percent of the amount bid, and be delivered at the place on or before the hour named above.
Signatures shall be in ink and in longhand. Bids should be sent overnight delivery via Fedex, UPS or similar company or certified mailed directly Township Clerk, Township of Scotch Plains, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, 07076. It is strongly encouraged to ensure the delivery of your bid prior to the bid opening date. The Township does not assume any responsibility for lost, late, or undelivered bids.
The Standard Proposal Form and the non-collusion affidavit are attached to the Specifications, copies of which will be furnished on application to the Engineer.
Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27, regarding Affirmative Action and Executive Order 11246 regarding Equal Opportunity, and with all provisions of the Local Public Contracts Law, NJSA 40A:11-1 et. seq. and all rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, the provisions of which are incorporated herein by reference.
New Jersey Business Registration Requirements: NJSA 40A:11-23.2 requires all contractors and subcontractors with public contracting agencies to provide proof of registration with the Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue.
The contractor shall provide written notice to its subcontractors of the responsibility to submit proof of business registration to the contractor. The requirement of proof of business registration extends down through all levels (tiers) of the project. Before final payment on the contract is made by the contracting agency, the contractor shall submit an accurate list and the proof of business registration of each subcontractor or supplier used in the fulfillment of the contract or shall attest that no subcontractors were used.
For the term of the contract, the contractor and each of its affiliates and a subcontractor and each of its affiliates [N.J.S.A. 52:32-44(g) (3)] shall collect and remit to the Director, New Jersey Division of Taxation, the use tax due pursuant to the Sales and Use Tax Act on all sales of tangible personal property delivered into this State, regardless of whether the tangible personal property is intended for a contract with a contracting agency. The Contractor is required to comply with all rules and regulations and orders promulgated by the State Treasurer pursuant to NJSA 10:5-31 et. seq. and NJAC 17:27, P.L.1975, c 127., regarding Affirmative Action, Executive Order 11246 regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, and Chapter 33, Laws of 1977 regarding disclosure of Partners & Stockholders, and all rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, the provisions of which are incorporated herein by reference, and with all provisions of the Local Public Contracts Law, NJSA 40A:11-1 et. seq. and all rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, the provisions of which are incorporated herein by reference. All bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor.
All bids shall be irrevocable, not subject to withdrawal and shall stand available for a period of sixty (60) days. The Borough reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or to waive any informalities in the bidding.
Contractors shall be advised that this project is being funded by NJDOT Local Aid Infrastructure Fund. New Jersey Prevailing Wage Rates shall prevail in this contract.
Small, Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises are encouraged to obtain specifications and compete for the contract.
"By order of the Mayor and Commissioners, Township of Scotch Plains, Union County, New Jersey.
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Ordinance was passed on first reading by the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, New Jersey on the 27th day of January 2026, and that said Ordinance will be considered for final adoption at a meeting of the said Township Council, on the 10th day of March 2026 at 7:00 p.m., at which time and place a public hearing will be held prior to final passage of said Ordinances and all interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning the same. Copies of said Ordinance can be obtained from the Township Clerk's Office at any time prior to final adoption at no cost to any member of the general public who requests same.
ORD 2026-1 Ordinance amending Chapter XXIII entitled “Zoning”, Replacing §10.3 entitled “Downtown Affordable Housing Overlay Zone – Tier 1” in its Entirety with an updated §10.3 entitled “Downtown Affordable Housing Overlay Zone – Tier 1”, in accordance with the Adopted Fourth Round Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan of the Township of Scotch Plains.
ORD 2026-2 Ordinance amending Chapter XXIII, entitled “Zoning”, Replacing §10.4 entitled “Downtown Affordable Housing Overlay Zone – Tier 2” in its Entirety with an updated §10.4 entitled “Downtown Affordable Housing Overlay Zone – Tier 2”, in accordance with the Adopted Fourth Round Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan of the Township of Scotch Plains.
ORD 2026-3 Ordinance amending Chapter XXIII, entitled “Zoning”, Replacing §10.5 entitled “Downtown Affordable Housing Overlay Zone – Tier 3” in its Entirety with an updated §10.5 entitled “Downtown Affordable Housing Overlay Zone – Tier 3”, in accordance with the Adopted Fourth Round Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan of the Township of Scotch Plains.
ORD 2026-4 Ordinance amending Chapter XXIII, entitled “Zoning” of the Township of Scotch Plains Ordinance to Create an Inclusionary Overlay Zone for Certain Properties in the Township of Scotch Plains “Morse Avenue Affordable Housing Overlay” in Accordance with the Adopted Fourth Round Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan of the of Township of Scotch Plains.
ORD 2026-5 Ordinance amending Chapter XXIII, entitled “Zoning” to Create an Inclusionary Overlay Zone District for Certain Properties in the Township of Scotch Plains “B-2 South Avenue Affordable Housing Overlay” in accordance with the Adopted Fourth Round Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan of the Township of Scotch Plains.
BOZENA LACINA, RMC
Municipal Clerk
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LEGAL NOTICE
FEBRUARY 5, 2026
TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., the regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Township of Scotch Plains is scheduled for Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. and held by online/virtual means and telephonically only.
The following applications will be heard:
Bolanos, Martha P., 1111 Jefferson Ave, Block 8703, Lot 6, R-3 Zone, has applied for the installation of a 12’x20’ semi-inground oval pool (20” deep) and associated hardscaping on the property. The proposed lot coverage is approximately ±4,000 sq. ft. A variance is required as this is prohibited under the following:
Section 23-3.4A, Schedule of Lot, Yard, and Building Regulations, Paragraph G, R-3 Zone:
The maximum allowed lot coverage is 45%, which equates to 2,700 sq. ft. for this property.
Wildstein, Danielle, 12 Clinton Lane, Block 14801, Lot 33, R-1 Zone, has applied for the expansion of a deck located at the rear of the dwelling unit. The proposed deck extends approximately 38-feet on the left side, 48-feet at the center, and 34-feet on the right side from the rear property line. A variance is required as this is prohibited under the following:
Section 23-3.4A, Schedule of Lot, Yard, and Building Regulations, Paragraph A, R-1 Zone, Column 10:
The minimum rear yard setback is 50-feet.
Members of the public who wish to monitor and/or participate in these public meeting procedures may join from a computer or capable device at:
Topic: Township of Scotch Plains ZBOA Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/3718671959?pwd=NXU4blMvQzJSRFoyQ1BUdDh3aG1BQT09
Meeting ID: 371 867 1959
Passcode: Qay11J
Join instructions
The agenda for the meeting on February 5, 2026 will be posted on the Township of Scotch Plains website.
Alternately, members of the public may contact the Land Use Administrator by email at
Kimberly Smith
Land Use Administrator
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LEGAL NOTICE
TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
PLANNING BOARD
THE PLANNING BOARD MEETING SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026 HAS BEEN CANCELED.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., the regular meeting of the Planning Board of the Township of Scotch Plains scheduled for Monday, FEBRUARY 9, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. will be held by online/virtual means and telephonically only.
Members of the public who wish to monitor and/or participate in these public meeting procedures may join from a computer or capable device at:
Topic: Township of Scotch Plains Planning Board Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/3718671959?pwd=NXU4blMvQzJSRFoyQ1BUdDh3aG1BQT09
Meeting ID: 371 867 1959
Passcode: Qay11J
Join instructions: https://zoom.us/meetings/3718671959/invitations?signature=4POWsw8UHYp3i4FWlKXcYRa9AXuX8jHHgKN_nUXDkWg
The agenda for the meeting on FEBRUARY 9, 2026 will be posted on the Township of Scotch Plains website.
Alternately, members of the public may contact the Land Use Administrator by email at
Kimberly Smith
Land Use Administrator
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
TOWNSHIP COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township of Scotch Plains has scheduled a Special Meeting for
February 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM. The purpose of the meeting is:
2026 BUDGET WORKSESSION
Formal action may be taken at this meeting.
The meeting will be held in the 2nd Floor Council Meeting Room at the Township Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey. The Township of Scotch Plains does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. Those individuals requiring auxiliary aids and services must notify the ADA Coordinator of the Township of Scotch Plains as soon as possible in advance of the meeting.
BOZENA LACINA,
Municipal Clerk
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NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDED
BY THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
The TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS has awarded a Fair and Open Contracts for the following Professional Services. These Contracts, and the Resolutions authorizing then, are available for public inspection in the Municipal Building.
TIME PERIOD: Calendar Year 2026
DATE OF AWARD: January 7, 2026
AWARDED TO: Tayor Law Group, LLC
430 Mountain Avenue
Suite 103
New Providence, NJ 07974
SERVICES: Township Attorney
NOT TO EXCEED: $150,000
AWARDED TO: Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP
40 Paterson Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
SERVICES: Affordable Housing Attorney
NOT TO EXCEED: $132,000
AWARDED TO: Neglia Engineering Associates
34 Park Avenue
Lyndhurst NJ 07071
SERVICES: Township Engineer
NOT TO EXCEED: $129,000
AWARDED TO: Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP
40 Paterson Street
New Brunswick, NJ 089015;
SERVICES: Redevelopment Attorney
NOT TO EXCEED: $75,000
AWARDED TO: McManimon Scotland & Bauman, LLC
75 Livingston Avenue 2nd Fl.
Roseland NJ 07068
SERVICES: Redevelopment Attorney
NOT TO EXCEED: $5,000
AWARDED TO: Rogut McCarthy LLC
35 Alden Avenue
Cranford, NJ 05016
SERVICES: Bond Counsel
NOT TO EXCEED: $20,000
AWARDED TO: Tayor Law Group, LLC,
430 Mountain Avenue,
Suite 103,
New Providence, NJ 07974
SERVICES: Township Labor Relations Attorney
NOT TO EXCEED: $40,000
AWARDED TO: Renaud Colicchio, LLC.
190 North Ave. East
Cranford, NJ 05016
SERVICES: Township Tax Appeal Attorney
NOT TO EXCEED: $45,000
AWARDED TO: Timothy Hoffman, Inc., Real Estate Appraiser and Consultants
1 Elm Street, Suite 1
Westfield, NJ
SERVICES: Tax Appraisal Services
NOT TO EXCEED: $20,000
AWARDED TO: David Littman, Esq.
129 N. Wood Avenue
Linden, NJ 05036
SERVICES: Public Defender
NOT TO EXCEED: $7,500
AWARDED TO: Fairview Insurance
25 Fairview Avenue
Verona, NJ 07044
SERVICES: Risk Manager/Consultant
NOT TO EXCEED: 5% of annual JIF billing
AWARDED TO: Mark Cintron, Esq.
Cintron Firm, LLC
25 East Salem Street, Suite 400
Hackensack, NJ 07607
SERVICES: Prosecutor
NOT TO EXCEED: $36,000
AWARDED TO: Harbor Consultants, Inc.
320 North Avenue East
Cranford, NJ 05016
SERVICES: Township Planner
NOT TO EXCEED: $80,000
AWARDED TO: Suplee Clooney & Co.
308 East Broad Street
Westfield, NJ 05090-2122
SERVICES: Township Auditor
NOT TO EXCEED: $65,000
AWARDED TO: Harbor Consultants, Inc.
320 North Avenue East
Cranford, NJ 05016.
SERVICES: Affordable Housing Planner
NOT TO EXCEED: $30,000
AWARDED TO: Fairview Insurance
25 Fairview Avenue
Verona, NJ 07044
SERVICES: Health Insurance Broker
NOT TO EXCEED: Paid by Health Insurance Carrier
AWARDED TO: CGP&H, Inc.
101 Interchange Plaza, Suite 301
Cranbury, NJ 08512
SERVICES: Affordable Housing Administrative Agent
NOT TO EXCEED: $46,000
AWARDED TO: NW Financial Group LLC
2 Hudson Place 2nd Floor
Hoboken, NJ 07030
SERVICES: Redevelopment Area Financial Analyst
NOT TO EXCEED: $30,000
AWARDED TO: McManimon Scotland & Bauman, LLC
75 Livingston Avenue 2nd Fl.
Roseland NJ 07068
SERVICES: Redevelopment Bond Counsel
NOT TO EXCEED: $30,000
AWARDED TO: Rainone Coughlin Minchello
555 US Highway One South
Suite 440
Iselin, NJ 08830
SERVICES: Special Counsel
NOT TO EXCEED: $40,000
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
NOTICE
2026 RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Recreation Commission of the Township of Scotch Plains has scheduled the following time and place for their 2026 Business Meetings. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. and be held at Shady Rest Golf and Country Club, 820 Jerusalem Road, Scotch Plains, NJ:
Recreation Commission 2026 Meeting Dates
- Monday, February 9
- Monday, March 9
- Monday, April 13
- Monday, May 11
- Monday, June 15
- Monday, July 13
- Monday, August 17
- Monday, September 14
- Monday, October 19
- Monday, November 16
- Monday, December 14
The Township of Scotch Plains does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. Those individuals requiring auxiliary aids and services where necessary, must notify the ADA Coordinator of the Township of Scotch Plains at least seventy-two (72) hours in advance of the meeting.
BOZENA LACINA,
Municipal Clerk
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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS
NOTICE
2026 TOWNSHIP COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
January 7, 2026(Wednesday) Reorganization Meeting 6:00 PM
January 27, 2026(Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
February 10, 2026 (Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
March 10, 2026(Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
April 14, 2026 (Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
May 5, 2026 (Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
May 19, 2026 (Tuesday Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
June 9, 2026 (Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
July 14, 2026 (Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
August 18, 2026 (Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
September 15, 2026 (Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
October 6, 2026 (Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
October 20, 2026 (Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
November 10, 2026 (Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
December 15, 2026 (Tuesday) Council Business Meeting 7:00 PM
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Council Business Meetings will be held in the Municipal Building Council Chamber (Court Room) and will be open to the public. Council Conference Meetings, when scheduled, will be held in the Council Conference Room located on the 2nd floor of the Municipal Building or the Municipal Building Council Chamber (Court Room) and will be open to the public. Council Business Meetings will be broadcast on Scotch Plains Television (SPTV). Council Conference meetings will not be broadcast on Scotch Plains Television (SPTV)
- Council Executive Sessions will be held in the Council Conference Room located on the 2nd floor of the Municipal Building or the Municipal Building Council Chamber (Court Room) and will not be open to the public or broadcast on Scotch Plains Television (SPTV).
- Council Workshop Meetings (i.e. Budget) will be held in the Council Conference Room located on the 2nd floor of the Municipal Building and will be open to the public. The Council reserves the right to hold any and/or all Workshop meetings remotely. These meetings will be scheduled and advertised separately during the year by the Office of the Township Clerk.
- In case of a public health emergency, the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains (Township Council), may conduct all meetings remotely and by electronic means without providing a physical meeting place.
In accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 (the “Open Public Meetings Act”) and in adherence to the Department of Community Affairs, Division of Local Government Services (DLGS) guidelines, such remote Meetings will be open to the public by electronic means, and as such, members of the public may view the meeting by livestream on our public access Channels FIOS 22 and Comcast 34; or on Facebook Live; Public Comment will be available through call in during the appropriate comment portions at 908-322-2076.
Agendas will be posted for the public’s viewing on the Township’s official website at scotchplainsnj.gov
BOZENA LACINA, RMC
Township Clerk
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