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Verona, NJ Township Council Meeting 7.6.26
Published: Jul 6, 2026
Update Provided on Emergency Services Building Project; Expert Selection Underway
Township Manager Kevin O'Sullivan provided an update on the emergency services building project. Proposals for a subject matter expert were received on June 26th, with five firms submitting bids. The council will review these qualifications and proposals, followed by an interview process to select a consultant. This expert will then partner with Solutions Architecture to assess the current status, costs, and provide recommendations for the police and fire departments. Interviews are expected to be scheduled for late July or August, with the expert's work taking approximately three to six months before presenting recommendations to the council. Public updates will be provided via the town website and social media.
Verona Passes Zoning Ordinance on Certificates of Occupancy; Introduces Parking Permit Ordinance
The Verona Town Council held a public hearing and approved an ordinance on second reading amending Chapter 150, Zoning, Article 16, concerning administration and enforcement. The ordinance clarifies which departments (construction, fire prevention, health) must inspect buildings for code compliance prior to occupancy. While council members sought further details on its application to residential versus commercial properties and grandfathered buildings, the ordinance passed. The meeting also included the introduction of an ordinance to allow permits for commercial vehicle overnight parking in Municipal Lot #3.
Verona Earns AARP Age-Friendly Community Designation; Action Plan Unveiled
The Verona Town Council received a presentation on the Age Friendly Action Plan, a study conducted by New Jersey Future to assess and improve community resources for older adults. Verona was recognized by AARP as an age-friendly community, which positions it well for future grant opportunities. The plan addresses eight domains of livability: housing, transportation, outdoor spaces, communication, social inclusion, health services, and community supports. Key findings from community surveys and focus groups highlight needs in areas such as affordable housing, transportation accessibility (senior bus, parking pay stations), snow removal services, accessible public spaces, and centralized information hubs for seniors. The action plan proposes short-term and long-term strategies, including formalizing an age-friendly subcommittee, expanding community partnerships, and pursuing grants. The plan emphasizes making Verona a place where residents can remain healthy, independent, and engaged.
Verona Introduces Ordinance to Allow Permits for Municipal Lot #3
The Verona Town Council introduced an ordinance on first reading to amend Chapter 140, Vehicles and Traffic, Article 14, Meter and Permit Parking, to include Municipal Lot Number 3. This amendment will allow the town to begin selling permits for this lot, specifically for overnight parking of commercial vehicles in its current state. Council clarified that this action pertains solely to the parking lot and does not imply any immediate reconstruction or change in land use for the property.
Verona Council Considers Salary Ordinance for Full-Time Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent
During the Verona Town Council meeting, a salary ordinance was discussed for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent position. This ordinance aims to re-establish a title that had previously been removed from salary ordinances. The position requires a licensed operator for the sewer plant and is intended to be a full-time role, replacing the need for a professional consultant. The advertised salary range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000. The town has already advertised the position and received three qualified candidates, with plans to make a hire upon adoption of the title. This move is in response to state recommendations for facilities of Verona's size.
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