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Lindenwold Council Meeting July 2026
Published: Jul 9, 2026
Community Initiatives Highlighted: History Project, Property Alerts, Mental Health, and Senior Engagement
The council meeting included updates on various community initiatives and events. The history project is focusing on documenting Lindol's history from 1980 onwards, with community members encouraged to share memories, photographs, and records. A Pona House tour is scheduled for August 6th. The Camden County Clerk's office is promoting a property alert system via social media and a QR code to inform residents about recorded activity on their properties and protect against fraud. A mention was made of Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, encouraging checks on men's well-being and providing resources for support. The Mayor was praised for purchasing a television for a newly relocated resident. The meeting also highlighted ongoing community movie nights at senior buildings aimed at fostering fellowship and socialization, and a recent successful Juneteenth craft event for seniors [cite: 355-378, 388-419, 436-458, 461-498, 536-579, 581-619].
Fire, Public Works, Police, and Code Enforcement Reports Detail Active Community Services
Reports were provided on various public safety activities. The fire department responded to 68 calls, including 15 gas responses, and contacted South Jersey Gas about an uptick in gas leaks. New roof trusses were installed for a firehouse, with no cost to the borough due to contractor's insurance, and an early November opening is still on schedule. Three people applied to the fire department, with two completing applications and waiting for physicals. The fire department conducted aerial training, drafting pump drills, and numerous inspections (33 reinspections, 7 inspections, 8 smoke/CO inspections). A fire drill and safety presentation were held at Harvest House. A walk-through of town areas to check fire and carbon monoxide alarms is planned, and residents can receive free fire alarms and installation by calling the fire department. The department is also seeking a SAFER grant. Public works collected 866 tons of trash and 87.5 tons of recycling, handled resident assistance pick-ups, scrap metal, concrete, and stumps. They responded to 20 service calls, 52 stop sign installations, and eight work-outs. Police activity included 1874 traffic accidents, 43 community policing events, 51 traffic enforcement stops, and issuance of criminal and traffic summons. Code enforcement conducted 189 CO inspections, found 53 violations, wrote 91 violations, and issued three tickets. There were 16 foreclosures and 79 resident communications [cite: 164-238, 239-263, 270-289, 1070-1177].
Council Addresses Ordinances, Governance Concerns, and Recording Policies
Council President Cheryl Rand opened the meeting, indicating a move to a full committee. There was a discussion regarding the approval of ordinance 2026-25 and ordinance 2026-26, both amending the code related to rental inspection and other matters, which were moved for first reading. Ordinance 2026-24, related to New York Police, was moved for a second reading. Routine items, resolutions 2026-131 through 135, were proposed to be adopted by one motion. An apology was issued by the Mayor for allowing the meeting to get out of hand, vowing not to let it happen again. Residents continued to express concerns about the recording policy, asserting their rights and requesting the repeal of an outdated video policy to ensure transparency and accountability. Questions were also raised about how long council members and the mayor have been in office [cite: 117-121, 133-152, 154-163, 164-170, 669-675, 750-764, 792-825, 833-851].
Residents Oppose Dumpster Proposal, Highlight Persistent Code Violations and Property Issues
During the public comment period, a resident expressed opposition to a proposal for installing dumpsters on a complex, citing a desire to preserve the neighborhood's character. The resident presented a petition signed by more than half of the neighborhood opposing the proposal [cite: 923-933]. Another resident raised concerns about a code violation on their dock that has persisted for 20 years, with no action taken [cite: 727-730]. There was also discussion about a lawsuit settlement from 2008/2009 where a document of satisfaction was not filed, causing the record to remain open [cite: 1017-1031]. Additionally, a resident noted recent activity at a property, including tree cutting and debris removal, and questioned ongoing issues with maintenance and upkeep [cite: 996-1015].
Community Celebrates Achievements, Honors Retirees, and Promotes Mental Health Awareness
The meeting involved discussions about various community events and personal achievements. The Lynwood High School class of 2026 was congratulated. Several school retirements were acknowledged, including Supervisor Michelle Bernardino, who retired after over 129 years of combined experience. Student Egypt Bowen was celebrated for breaking a high jump record at the New Balance National Championship and her academic and artistic accomplishments, as she plans to attend the University of Central Florida. The Mayor was commended for his generosity in purchasing a television for a resident in need. There was also a discussion about movie nights for seniors and a recent Juneteenth craft event. The Burlington County Park System is hosting an event on the founding mothers of the American Revolution. The importance of mental health awareness, particularly for men, was emphasized, with resources provided by the county [cite: 294-325, 326-354, 436-458, 461-498, 540-541, 568-573].
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