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Township Council - Open Session - Video
Published: Jul 21, 2026
Town Council Tables Food Truck Ordinance for Revisions Amidst Business Concerns
The council discussed Ordinance 41-2026, which proposes revisions to food truck and ice cream truck requirements, including setting the number of trucks and revising operational requirements. Deputy Mayor Belcher raised concerns that the ordinance, particularly the $275 fee and commissary requirements, could be cumbersome and harmful to businesses not operating in brick-and-mortar locations, especially seasonal ones. Several council members echoed these concerns, highlighting the potential negative impact on small business owners, including minority-owned businesses. The council ultimately voted to table the ordinance to allow for revisions, with the aim of reintroducing it at a later date, possibly for the following summer season. Specific concerns included the commissary requirement for ice cream trucks and the potential for the ordinance to hinder new businesses. The council also discussed the existing $275 fee, noting it was not new to this ordinance, and the intention to protect existing brick-and-mortar businesses by regulating food truck proximity. The motion to table passed with a majority vote.
Council Adopts Ordinances, Tables Food Truck Regulations, Addresses Resident Concerns
The council meeting covered various operational and administrative matters. Several ordinances were introduced and adopted, including those establishing restricted on-street parking for handicapped individuals, setting salary ranges for municipal employees, and amending township code regarding food trucks. Ordinance 41-2026 concerning food trucks was tabled for revisions. The council also approved numerous resolutions from the consent agenda, including financial matters, minutes, and grant applications. During public comment, residents raised concerns about backyard chicken permits leading to rat infestations, calling for the elimination of permits. The manager outlined the current process for addressing these complaints and suggested re-evaluating the chicken ordinance. Discussions also revolved around the delayed and inconsistent sewer billing to major commercial entities, with concerns that taxpayers are bearing the cost. Updates were provided on ongoing projects, including road resurfacing, park improvements, and the complex issue of groundwater infiltration affecting municipal building basement renovations. The council also approved resolutions related to cannabis facility licensing and natural gas supply contracts.
Sewer Billing Irregularities and Taxpayer Burden Highlighted in Council Meeting
A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing sewer billing practices and the outstanding sewer bills owed by major commercial users. A resident expressed concern that two food trucks were not paying a sewer fee, which prompted discussion about the general lack of sewer billing for all users over the past three years (2023-2025). It was revealed that while the 2022 sewer bill had an item on the agenda, major commercial users like Glenpoint Sanzari and Holy Name have been incurring sewer fees without being billed, leading to a $2 million gap that taxpayers have had to cover. Concerns were raised about potential political motivations for not billing. The manager and an outside engineer provided an update on sewer billing, noting that the 2022 bill was sent, and the data extrapolation for 2023 is near completion, with 2024 and 2025 expected to follow more smoothly. There was also a discussion regarding a specific instance where a commercial entity claimed not to have received their $120,000 bill, and the policy on waiving interest in such cases was clarified. The council also voted to approve resolutions related to grant applications and contracts, including those for CDBG and HOME funds, and discussed the ongoing municipal building basement renovations due to groundwater issues.
Argonne Park Revitalization Plan, Traffic Concerns, and Rat Infestation Spark Council Discussion
The council received updates on various park improvements and environmental initiatives. The pedestrian safety subcommittee task force discussed traffic concerns on Country Club Drive and East Cedar Lane, including speeding and volume, with a traffic study indicating high peak-hour traffic. Proposed solutions included a potential one-way system on Cedar Lane during peak times and a lower speed limit, alongside exploring a town-wide traffic study through the NJTPA Complete Streets program. Separately, the PPRB and Environmental Commission discussed a comprehensive maintenance plan for Argonne Park, including a one-mile walking trail named 'Harlem Hellfire's Heritage Trail' in the woodland area. Concerns about identifying sensitive areas, protecting against invasive species, and potential dumping were noted. Funding suggestions included the Municipal Space Open Trust, Green Acres, and county matching funds. The Historic Preservation Commission fully supports this initiative. The council also heard public comments regarding a significant rat infestation issue, with residents attributing it to backyard chicken coops and urging the town to consider eliminating chicken permits. The manager outlined the current process for addressing chicken coop complaints, which involves inspections, notices of violation, and requiring pest control services, but acknowledged a rise in reports and suggested a serious conversation about continuing the chicken ordinance. The council also discussed the ongoing basement renovations at the municipal building, which are complicated by groundwater infiltration issues, and committed to developing a project plan and timeline for addressing these problems.
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