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Borough Council Meeting - June 23, 2026
Published: Jun 23, 2026
Shared Services Agreement for CFO Services Approved with Council Member Abstention
Resolution 26203, authorizing a shared services agreement with Hillsdale for CFO services, was discussed. Councilman Saliani abstained from the vote, indicating a potential conflict of interest.
Mayor Reports on Infrastructure, New Businesses, and Community Events
The Mayor provided updates on various community initiatives and infrastructure projects. Paving projects for PSCNG on the north side of town and for the Lennar development on McCoy Road are scheduled to begin soon. Oakland's own paving program is being planned for late summer/early spring. New garbage service begins July 1st, with communications sent to residents. Concerts in the park and the Saturday market are ongoing. The successful flag-raising ceremony for a flag flown over the Capitol was highlighted. The recent carnival was a major success with record numbers and a special 'access for all' event. New businesses, McDonald's and Five Star Swim School, have opened. The planning board is working on a 10-year master plan re-examination.
Council Approves Multiple Resolutions via Consent Agenda, Including Hires and Agreements
The council approved several resolutions as a consent agenda, including authorizing recreation refunds, liquor license renewals, a snow plowing shared service agreement, a DOT municipal grant application, inclusion in the Bergen County Development Program, an agreement for Bergen County Community Development Programs, a correction to a tax relief resolution for disabled veterans, authorizing the hire of a full-time dispatcher, authorizing the hire of an Environmental Commission Secretary, and appointing a police officer records custodian. Resolution 26201 (referral to planning board for redevelopment) and 26203 (shared services agreement with Hillsdale for CFO services) were pulled for separate discussion.
Council Members Highlight Community Events, Volunteer Efforts, and Local Programs
Council members provided updates on various community activities and recognized the efforts of volunteers. Councilwoman Rose detailed the success of the carnival, including the 'Access for All' event, and thanked the Public Events Committee. Councilman Saliani also praised the carnival's success and the efforts of the Police, Fire, and DPW departments. He highlighted volunteer recruitment for the fire department and the Oakland Communications Commission (OCC). Councilman Eilert promoted upcoming concerts and the Saturday market. Councilman Tupper lauded the community spirit at the carnival and encouraged residents to utilize library programs. He also mentioned DPW's ongoing work and the importance of reporting issues.
Referral to Planning Board for Lennar Affordable Housing Redevelopment Approved
The council approved Resolution 26201, authorizing a referral to the planning board for a redevelopment plan concerning affordable housing on the Lennar property. This designation is necessary for the developer to obtain a Payment In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT) agreement, which is required by state law for financing and construction of affordable housing units. Residents raised questions about whether PILOT payments cover school taxes, and it was clarified that these are municipal payments specific to the affordable housing law.
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