20221109 - Village Council Regular Public Meeting Minutes
A REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD HELD IN THE SYDNEY V. STOLDT, JR. COURT ROOM OF THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE HALL, 131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE, RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY, ON NOVEMBER 9, 2022 AT 8:00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER – OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – ROLL CALL – FLAG SALUTE
Mayor Knudsen called the meeting to order at 8:00 P.M. and read the Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. At roll call the following were present: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen. Also present were Heather Mailander, Village Manager/Village Clerk, and Matthew Rogers, Village Attorney.
Mayor Knudsen led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and asked for a moment of silence in recognition of all men and women who are serving our nation and for all first responders.
Mayor Knudsen stated that she wanted to acknowledge the passing of former Ridgewood Mayor Pat Mancuso. She mentioned that she met Mr. Mancuso when he was first running for the Village Council. She said that it was apparent after speaking with him how much he loved the Village. Mr. Mancuso served Ridgewood for over 20 years, having first been sworn into office on July 1, 1990 and serving until July 1, 2010. He served as Mayor for eight consecutive years from 1992 to 2000. His accomplishments included the implementation of outdoor cafes and implementation of the first live televised Village Council meeting in 1993, which was unprecedented at that time. Mr. Mancuso was instrumental in establishing the Youth Community Center at Village Hall. Without social media at that time, Mr. Mancuso became known as the “Walking Mayor,” since he often strolled in the downtown area and spoke to people about their concerns. Former Mayor Mancuso was a man who loved his country, community and family. He passed away on October 28, 2022, at the age of 84. Mayor Knudsen said that everyone’s thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Mayor Knudsen also announced that at the General Election on November 8, 2022, there was a decisive victory by Siobhan Winograd and Evan Weitz as Village Councilmembers. Both successful candidates have promised a “new direction” for the Village. Mayor Knudsen congratulated Ms. Winograd and Mr. Weitz and wished them great success in the future. She thanked Jim Van Goor for also running for election.
2. ACCEPTANCE OF FINANCIAL REPORTS
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Bills, Claims, and Vouchers, and Statement of Funds on Hand as of October 31, 2022 be accepted as submitted. Deputy Mayor Perron seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Councilwoman Reynolds
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Council minutes of October 3 and October 12, 2022, having been reviewed by the Village Council and now available in the Village Clerk’s Office, be approved as submitted. Councilman Vagianos seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Councilwoman Reynolds
4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
NONE
5. VILLAGE MANAGER’S REPORT
Ms. Mailander stated that the annual leaf flyer, which is a bright yellow postcard, designates leaf placement dates for all areas. Ms. Mailander asked all residents to abide by the leaf placement dates listed for their specific area. Crews will pick up leaves after the leaf placement dates.
Ms. Mailander announced a new service of the Recycling Center. They will now accept used or expired cooking oil. They will accept canola, corn, cottonseed, grapeseed, olive, palm, peanut, safflower, sesame, soybean, sunflower and vegetable oils. They will not accept avocado or coconut oil, shortening, lard or motor oil. Residents should pour the used, cooled oil into a disposable, leakproof plastic container, preferably the original one and no larger than five gallons in size. The container cap should be tightened. Used vegetable and cooking oil should not be mixed with other liquids or products. Residents should bring the full containers to the Recycling Center and hand it to an attendant.
On November 11, 2022 at 11:00 A.M., in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, American Legion Post 53 will hold its annual Veteran’s Day ceremony. All are invited to attend to honor those who served in the Armed Forces to protect our freedom.
On November 11, 2022, all Village departments and offices will be closed in observance of Veteran’s Day. There will be no recycling or garbage pickup on that day, and the Recycling Center will be closed. She urged everyone to check the Village Calendar for garbage pickup and recycling schedule changes due to the holiday.
On November 14, 2022, from 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M., there will be a Covid booster clinic for ages 12 and older, and flu shots will be offered for ages 4 and older, at Village Hall on the first floor. Those wishing to receive the Covid booster must register at www.ridgewoodnj.net/covid-registration by November 10, 2022 and must have had their last Covid booster shot before September 14, 2022. Those wishing to receive the flu shot should call Valley Health at 201-291-6090. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All those attending the clinic must wear a mask, regardless of vaccination status.
On November 19, 2022, there will be a drive-through mobile shredding event held at the Graydon Pool parking lot from 9:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M., or until the truck is full. Ms. Mailander encouraged everyone to go earlier rather than later to this event, as the truck often fills up before 12:30 P.M. Residents should remain in their vehicles, with documents placed in the trunk of their cars. Items should be placed in a paper bag or cardboard box only (no plastic bags are allowed). There is a limit of four file-sized boxes per vehicle. Staff will bring the documents to the truck for confidential shredding. This event is free to all Ridgewood residents and businesses.
On November 24 and 25, 2022, all Village departments and offices will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. There will be no garbage or recycling pickup on November 24 and the Recycling Center will be closed. On November 25, there will be garbage and recycling pickup, and the Recycling Center will be open. Residents should check their Village calendar for garbage and recycling pickup dates, since they may change during the holiday.
On November 26, 2022, in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, the Ridgewood Guild will hold its Winterfest from 12:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. There will be a tractor-pulled hay wagon ride, trackless train ride, story time, an ice sculptor, seasonal music, and a food truck with hot cocoa, cider and coffee, to allow everyone get into the holiday spirit. November 26th is also “Small Business Saturday” and Ms. Mailander encouraged everyone to visit the stores and eateries in the Central Business District (CBD) to support local businesses.
On December 2, 2022, from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M., the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual “Downtown for the Holidays – Village Trucks on Holiday” in the Central Business District. The pedestrian plaza will extend from East Ridgewood Avenue to Broad Street. There will be music and S’mores in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, as well as a snow globe for picture taking. Ski movies will be shown on a big screen on Walnut Street, courtesy of Mount Everest. “Village Trucks on Holiday” will take place all along East Ridgewood Avenue. There will be a trackless train in front of Memorial Park at Van Neste Square. On the west side of the CBD, next to the train station, there will be more “Village Trucks on Holiday,” as well as a band, kids’ corner with arts and crafts, sidewalk chalking, Elf on the Shelf, and Venture Studios taking pictures for free. Dancers will appear in store windows, and there will be choral groups throughout the CBD. The Ridgewood High School Band will roam throughout the CBD, and Santa will be seen in various locations on both the east and west sides of the CBD.
Upcoming Village Council meetings are broadcast live from the Village Hall Courtroom, on the Village website, on FIOS Channel 34 and YouTube. The next Village Council Public Work Session will be held on December 7, 2022 at 7:30 P.M. The next Public Meetings are scheduled for December 14, 2022 and January 11, 2023 at 8:00 P.M. There will be a Reorganization Meeting on January 4, 2023, as well as a Village Council Public Work Session at 7:30 P.M.
6. VILLAGE COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilman Vagianos met with the Community Center Advisory Board this week. They are hosting an “Elder Dinner” at the Old Paramus Church on East Glen Avenue on November 12, 2022 at 3:00 P.M. Stacey Antine of HealthBarn and volunteers will be preparing all of the food for this event.
At the Community Center Advisory Board meeting, they also discussed the Anchor Property Tax Relief Program. This is a new State of New Jersey program which replaced the former Homestead Rebate program. Homeowners and renters are eligible to apply. The application will be mailed to homeowners, and renters must find the form online. Homeowners earning $150,000.00 a year or less will get a rebate of $1,500.00. Homeowners earning between $150,000.00 and $250,000.00 a year will get a rebate of $1,000.00. Renters earning less than $150,000.00 a year will get a rebate of $450.00. Further information may be found on the New Jersey Division of Taxation website. The application must be made by December 31, 2022.
Councilman Vagianos stated that he also met with the Board of Education (BOE) this week. They are still working on meshing their Master Schedule for field use with the Village’s field scheduling software. The search process for a new Superintendent of Schools is ongoing. The BOE is still researching the possibility of later start times for Ridgewood High School students and potentially for middle school students as well. They expect to make a decision in this regard no later than February of 2023.
Councilwoman Reynolds reported that she did not have any committee meetings since last week. However, she mentioned that several members of the Project Pride Committee met in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square this weekend, joined by Deputy Mayor Perron, and they cleaned out all of the flower pots in the CBD. Mulch was put on the top of each flower pot to deter people from using them as ashtrays or garbage cans during the winter. Councilwoman Reynolds gave a special “shout out” to her husband, who lent his truck and strength to help in the cleanup.
Deputy Mayor Perron congratulated Erin Weitz and Siobhan Winograd for their election victory this week. She said that she looks forward to working with them as Village Council colleagues. She thanked Mayor Knudsen and former Fire Chief Jim Van Goor for their valiant efforts and outreach to voters, while running for the two vacant Village Council seats. She mentioned how critical it is to perform outreach to voters, which is important to good government.
Deputy Mayor Perron reported that the Chamber of Commerce met this morning. The annual Chamber Guide is being mailed today to about 10,200 homes and businesses in the Village and neighboring areas. She mentioned that the guide contains a wealth of information, not only regarding stores and businesses, but also regarding Village schools, houses of worship, hospital and transportation. In the middle of the guide is a bonus card which residents can use at various shops and restaurants in the Village. On the back of the guide, all of the participating businesses are listed.
The Chamber of Commerce is also running a “Coats Drive” and are seeking men’s coats, in large and extra-large sizes, which will be donated to the West Bergen Mental Health organization. They are also seeking women’s coats, which will be donated to Never Alone Again in Teaneck, an organization devoted to women who have fled from an abusive situation. Deliveries of the coats will be made on November 18, 2022. She encouraged everyone to donate any of their unneeded coats, in good condition, to 27 Chestnut Street (Chamber of Commerce location).
Deputy Mayor Perron indicated that the Chamber of Commerce has several new members. The Chamber of Commerce is working on a strategic planning guide to define roles within their organization and to provide for future succession. The Executive Director of the YMCA in Ridgewood is leaving to take a job supervising several YMCAs in Rochester, New York. Today, the Chamber of Commerce members met Chuck Benigno, the Interim Executive Director of the YMCA.
By the end of this week, Feed the Frontlines will have delivered almost 56,000 meals to people with food insecurity. Volunteer drivers are being sought through the end of the year. Anyone interested in volunteering may sign up at Ridgewood Feed the Frontlines on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ridgewoodFtF/ or clicking on SignUpGenius on their website at https://www.healthbarnfoundation.org/donations/feed-the-frontlines.
The Shade Tree Commission met last night. At 7:00 A.M., crews began to remove unhealthy and hazardous trees in the CBD, which will be replaced with more appropriate trees. The Shade Tree Commission members also distributed door-to-door notices to businesses and offices in the Central Business District to let them know about the tree removals and replanting.
Deputy Mayor Perron stated that the current term for members serving on the Shade Tree Commission is five years. She indicated that there was a “distinct consensus” that the term should be changed to three years. Everyone also felt that alternate members were not necessary. She said that the Village Council needs to adopt a resolution to that effect, if all Councilmembers agree.
Deputy Mayor Perron announced that Stop & Shop is no longer accepting plastic bags for recycling, but Whole Foods is accepting them. The Recycling Center is not in a position to accept plastic bags for recycling, since a baler would be required. Deputy Mayor Perron spoke about the new cooking oil recycling service at the Recycling Center, but she cautioned everyone not to expect to get their containers back.
Mayor Knudsen thanked Deputy Mayor Perron for her opening remarks regarding the election, which she felt were thoughtful, kind and dignified.
7. ORDINANCES – RIDGEWOOD WATER
Ms. Mailander stated that there are no introductions of, or public hearings on, ordinances for Ridgewood Water this evening.
8. RESOLUTIONS – RIDGEWOOD WATER
Ms. Mailander stated that the following resolutions, numbered 22-360 through 22-362 were to be adopted by a consent agenda, and would be read by title only:
9. ORDINANCES
A. INTRODUCTION #3928 – AMEND CHAPTER 190 – LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT – SIGNS IN HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL (HC) ZONE
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Clerk read Ordinance #3928 by title on first reading. Councilman Vagianos seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3928 by title only:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 190 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT, AT “SECTION 190-122, SIGNS”
Councilwoman Reynolds moved that Ordinance #3928 be adopted on first reading and that December 14, 2022 be fixed as the date for the hearing thereon. Councilman Vagianos seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
B. INTRODUCTION #3929 – AMEND PROVISIONS – ARTICLE XIII – AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Clerk read Ordinance #3929 by title on first reading. Deputy Mayor Perron seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3929 by title only:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PROVISIONS ARTICLE XIII “AFFORDABLE HOUSING”
Councilwoman Reynolds moved that Ordinance #3929 be adopted on first reading and that December 14, 2022 be fixed as the date for the hearing thereon. Deputy Mayor Perron seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
C. INTRODUCTION #3930 – AMEND CHAPTER 265 – VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC – PERMIT PARKING – ALLOW NON-RESIDENTS TO PURCHASE RIDGEWOOD PARKING PERMITS
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Clerk read Ordinance #3930 by title on first reading. Councilwoman Reynolds seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3930 by title only:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 265 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, AT SECTION 265-33, “PERMIT PARKING”
Deputy Mayor Perron moved that Ordinance #3930 be adopted on first reading and that December 14, 2022 be fixed as the date for the hearing thereon. Councilwoman Reynolds seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
D. INTRODUCTION #3931 – AMEND CHAPTER 3 – ADMINISTRATION OF GOVERNMENT
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Clerk read Ordinance #3931 by title on first reading. Councilman Vagianos seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3931 by title only:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 3 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, ADMINISTRATION OF GOVERNMENT
Deputy Mayor Perron moved that Ordinance #3931 be adopted on first reading and that December 14, 2022 be fixed as the date for the hearing thereon. Councilman Vagianos seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
E. PUBLIC HEARING - #3922 – 2022 MANAGEMENT SALARY ORDINANCE
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Clerk read Ordinance #3922 by title on second reading and that the Public Hearing thereon be opened. Councilwoman Reynolds seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3922 by title only:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SALARY ORDINANCE 3882 FIXING THE SALARIES, WAGES AND OTHER COMPENSATION AND TO ESTABLISH THE “EMPLOYEE AGREEMENT” OF CERTAIN NON-UNION OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, COUNTY OF BERGEN AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY FOR THE YEAR 2022
Mayor Knudsen opened the Public Hearing on Ordinance #3922. There were no comments from the public and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Councilwoman Reynolds seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Councilman Vagianos moved that Ordinance #3922 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Councilwoman Reynolds seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
F. PUBLIC HEARING - #3923 – 2022 NON-UNION SALARY ORDINANCE
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Clerk read Ordinance #3923 by title on second reading and that the Public Hearing thereon be opened. Deputy Mayor Perron seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3923 by title only:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SALARY ORDINANCE 3881 FIXING THE SALARIES, WAGES, AND OTHER COMPENSATION OF NON-UNION EMPLOYEES OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, COUNTY OF BERGEN AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY FOR THE YEAR 2022
Mayor Knudsen opened the Public Hearing on Ordinance #3923. There were no comments from the public and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Deputy Mayor Perron seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Councilwoman Reynolds moved that Ordinance #3923 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Deputy Mayor Perron seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
G. PUBLIC HEARING - #3924 – 2023 MANAGEMENT SALARY ORDINANCE
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Clerk read Ordinance #3924 by title on second reading and that the Public Hearing thereon be opened. Councilman Vagianos seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3924 by title only:
AN ORDINANCE TO FIX THE SALARIES, WAGES AND OTHER COMPENSATION AND TO ESTABLISH THE “EMPLOYEE AGREEMENT” OF CERTAIN NON-UNION OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, COUNTY OF BERGEN AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY FOR THE YEAR 2023
Mayor Knudsen opened the Public Hearing on Ordinance #3924. There were no comments from the public and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Councilman Vagianos seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Deputy Mayor Perron moved that Ordinance #3924 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Councilman Vagianos seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
H. PUBLIC HEARING - #3925 – 2023 NON-UNION SALARY ORDINANCE
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Clerk read Ordinance #3925 by title on second reading and that the Public Hearing thereon be opened. Councilwoman Reynolds seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3925 by title only:
AN ORDINANCE TO FIX SALARIES, WAGES, AND OTHER COMPENSATION OF NON-UNION EMPLOYEES OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, COUNTY OF BERGEN AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY FOR THE YEAR 2023
Mayor Knudsen opened the Public Hearing on Ordinance #3925. There were no comments from the public and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Councilwoman Reynolds seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Councilman Vagianos moved that Ordinance #3925 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Councilwoman Reynolds seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
I. PUBLIC HEARING - #3926 – BOND ORDINANCE – REPAIRS TO WATER POLLUTION CONTROL FACILITY
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Clerk read Ordinance #3926 by title on second reading and that the Public Hearing thereon be opened. Councilwoman Reynolds seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3926 by title only:
BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ACQUISITION OF EQUIPMENT FOR THE WATER POLLUTION CONTROL FACILITY IN AND BY THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, APPROPRIATING $1,390,000 THEREFOR AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $1,177,000 BONDS OR NOTES OF THE VILLAGE TO FINANCE PART OF THE COST THEREOF
Mayor Knudsen opened the Public Hearing on Ordinance #3926. There were no comments from the public and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Deputy Mayor Perron seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Councilwoman Reynolds moved that Ordinance #3926 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Deputy Mayor Perron seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
J. PUBLIC HEARING - #3927 – AMEND CHAPTER 145 – FEES – 2023 PARKING PERMIT FEES
Mayor Knudsen moved that the Village Clerk read Ordinance #3927 by title on second reading and that the Public Hearing thereon be opened. Councilman Vagianos seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Village Clerk read Ordinance #3927 by title only:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 145 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, FEES, AT SECTION 145-6, “ENUMERATION OF FEES RELATING TO CODE CHAPTERS”
Mayor Knudsen opened the Public Hearing on Ordinance #3927. There were no comments from the public and Mayor Knudsen moved that the Public Hearing be closed. Councilman Vagianos seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Reynolds, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Deputy Mayor Perron moved that Ordinance #3927 be adopted on second reading and final publication as required by law. Councilman Vagianos seconded the motion.
Prior to the vote, Councilwoman Reynolds stated she is voting against this Ordinance, because she does not feel that the cost of parking permits should increase in 2023.
Roll Call Vote
AYES: Councilmembers Perron, Vagianos, and Mayor Knudsen
NAYS: Councilwoman Reynolds
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
10. RESOLUTIONS
Ms. Mailander stated that the following resolutions, numbered 22-363 through 22-378 were to be adopted by a consent agenda and read by title only:
Ms. Mailander indicated that the following resolution, numbered 22-379, was to be considered separately and read in full:
Prior to the vote, Councilman Vagianos stated that he was voting no on this resolution, because he felt that initiating free parking in the Hudson Street Garage was counterproductive, since once employees find out about the free parking, they arrive early in the morning for work, park in the free spots, and leave their cars there all day, taking up spaces intended for shoppers and diners.
11. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Mayor Knudsen asked if there were any additional comments or questions from the public.
Anne Loving, 342 South Irving Street, thanked Mayor Knudsen for the beautiful statement she made this evening in recognition of former Mayor Pat Mancuso’s passing. She also thanked Mayor Knudsen and Jim Van Goor for running for the two vacant Village Council seats. She stated that Mayor Knudsen has done much for the Village, and that Mayor Knudsen will be missed by everyone.
Boyd A. Loving, 342 South Irving Street, spoke about the combination flu and Covid booster clinic on November 14, 2022. He said that he was pleased that Ms. Mailander pointed out that there would be a mask mandate during the clinic. Both he and his wife attended the flu clinic on October 6, 2022, and they were shocked to see that most people there were not wearing masks. He is hopeful that all who attend the event on November 14th will be wearing masks as mandated and that this is enforced. He also hoped that there would be paper masks available for those who forget to wear masks when they attend the clinic.
There were no further public comments and Mayor Knudsen closed the public comments portion of the meeting.
12. CLOSED SESSION
Ms. Mailander read the following resolution #22-380, to go into Closed Session:
13. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Village Council, on a motion by Councilman Vagianos, seconded by Councilwoman Reynolds, and carried unanimously by voice vote, the Village Council’s Regular Public Meeting was adjourned at 8:35 P.M.
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Susan Knudsen
Mayor
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Heather A. Mailander
Village Manager/Village Clerk
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