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Boards/Commissions Membership List

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Board of Assessment Commissioners Municipal Alliance Commission
Board of Public Officers Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission
Cable Television Advisory Commission Persons with Special Needs Commission
Construction Board of Appeals Planning Board
Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission

Public Safety Advisory Commission 

Economic Development Advisory Commission Redevelopment Agency
Environmental Commission Rent Leveling Commission
Ethics Commission Shade Tree Commission 
Friends of Sayen Gardens Status of Women Advisory Commission
Historic Preservation Advisory Commission Youth Advisory Commission
Human Relations Advisory Commission Zoning Board of Adjustment
Library Board of Trustees

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Click Here to View the Meeting Agendas of Township Boards such as the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment or the Environmental Commission

Board of Assessment Commissioners

The Board of Assessment Commissioners is responsible for levying assessments against property owners who shall benefit from improvements made by the installation of curbs, sidewalks and water main installations

Membership Listing

Name Type Term Expires
Anthony Celasquez, Esq.   At Pleasure of Mayor
William Jaeger   At Pleasure of Mayor
Ernest Lamont   At Pleasure of Mayor
Lindsey Burbage Commission Counsel At Pleasure of Mayor
Eileen Gore Commission Secretary At Pleasure of Mayor

Code of Ordinances:                Section 2-441
Authorized Memberships:        3 Members (0 Availability)
Appointment Authority:            Mayor with Advice and Consent of Council
Authorized Term of Appt:        No Expiration of Term

Board of Public Officers

The Board of Public Officers is organized to secure or demolish properties that are abandoned or unsafe for the public. Formal complaints and orders are sent to the owner of the property to make the building safe. If they do not, within a specific time, the Township takes action and places a lien against the property for all costs incurred.

Membership Listing

Name Type Term Expires
Robert Warney Director of Department of Community Planning & Compliance  
Robert Poppert Superintendent of Planning  
Ray Lumio Municipal Official  
Vacant   At Pleasure of Mayor
Joseph Pownall    At Pleasure of Mayor
Lynn Gesser Board Secretary  

Code of Ordinances:                         Section 2-461
Authorized Membership:                   Five (5) members including the Superintendent’s of the Division’s of Engineering & Planning
                                                        One (1) other municipal official
                                                        Two (2) citizens
Appointment Authority:                     Mayor with advice and consent of Council      
Authorized Term of Appointment:     At the pleasure of the Mayor

Cable Television Advisory Commission

The Cable Television Advisory Commission encourages and improves the enhancement of technologies and services available to the citizens of the township through the cable television franchise, including cable modem Internet access.

Membership Listing

Name Type Term Expires
Jacob Battaglia Regular Member (Vice Chair) December 31, 2011
Anthony Kobylarz Regular Member December 31, 2011
Richard Johnson Regular Member December 31, 2011
Vincent Hoffman Regular Member December 31, 2009
Bernard Norwood Regular Member (Chair) December 31, 2009
Tom Glover Regular Member December 31, 2011
             
Mike Angarone Mayor's Representative
Loretta Mattonelli Secretary to the Commission  

Authorized Membership:      Seven (7) regular voting members who shall be a resident of Hamilton Township
Appointment Authority:        Mayor with advice and consent of Council
Term of Appointment:          Regular Member Term =  Three (3) Year Term
                                           Alternate Member Term = Two (2) Year Term

Membership Availability:      One (1) Regular Member - Two (2) Alternate Members

                                        

Construction Board of Appeals

The Construction Board of Appeals hears appeals of Uniform Construction Code, violation notices, fines, and renders decisions.

Membership Listing

Name Type Term Expires
John Klein Regular (Building Sub Code Official) December 31, 2009
James Foran Regular (Architect or Prof. Engr.) December 31, 2009
James Lombardo Regular (Electrical Sub Code Official) December 31, 2009
Joseph Orban Regular (Plumbing Sub Code Official) December 31, 2009
Scott McCormick Regular (Fire Sub Code Official) December 31, 2009
Michael Calabrese Alternate No. 1 (Electric) December 31, 2011
Richard Soltis Alternate No. 2 (Fire) December 31, 2011
Ann Soltesz  Board Secretary   

Code of Ordinances:             Section 38-1
Authorized Membership        Five (5) Members:
                                                (1) Shall be a registered architect or licensed professional engineer of building construction experience
                                                (1) Shall be a plumbing subcode official
                                                (1) Shall be an electrical subcode official
                                                (1) Shall be a fire protection subcode official
                                                (1) One additional member shall be selected from the same business or profession stated above
                                            Two (2) Alternates
Membership Availability:    None at this time
Appointment Authority:      Mayor
Appointment Term:            Four (4) Years  Continued until successors are appointed?  No

Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission

The Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission is responsible for encouraging and guiding the development of cultural activities throughout Hamilton Township. The commission encourages the performances of professional and amateur groups of all performing arts.

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Economic Development Advisory Commission

The Hamilton Township Economic Development Advisory Commission is a committed group of individuals devoted to assisting the community in growth and prosperity. The commission serves as an advisory body to the Mayor and Township Council through interaction with the Hamilton Office of Economic Development. Commission members are volunteers appointed by the Mayor. The Commission meets monthly serving in and advisory capacity by offering information, insight, and advice regarding the economic growth and stability of Hamilton Township. The goal of the Commission is to assist the Township in business attraction, retention and expansion that will assist in keeping local businesses in the community.

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Membership Listing

Name Type Term Expires
Joseph Abbott Regular December 31, 2012
Bob Barrett, Sr. Regular  December 31, 2012
Jacob Battaglia        Regular December 31, 2010
Paul M. Bencivengo Regular December 31, 2010
Daniel Bonanni Regular December 31, 2011
Patricia White Buchanan    Regular December 31, 2010
Vacant Regular            
Vinnie Chawla Regular December 31, 2012
Kevin Collins Regular December 31, 2010
Lori Dawes Regular December 31, 2011
Jeffrey Lanigan Regular December 31, 2012
Frank Lucchesi Regular December 31, 2010
Frank Mancino Regular December 31, 2010
Lee J. Millas Regular December 31, 2011
Scott H. Mitchell Regular December 31, 2011
Jack Mozloom Regular December 31, 2010
Denise Murphy Regular December 31, 2012
Joseph Ridolfi Regular December 31, 2012
Michael A. Sabo Regular December 31, 2010
Joseph Salzano Regular December 31, 2012
James Schulz Jr. Regular December 31, 2012
John Strycharz Regular December 31, 2011
Eileen Thornton Regular December 31, 2011
Yvonne Trotto Regular December 31, 2011
James Walsh Regular December 31, 2012
Kevin Meara Council Liaison
Michael Angarone Administrative Representative  
Loretta Mattonelli Secretary to the Commission  

Authorized Membership:   Not more than twenty-five (25) members
Appointment Authority:     Mayor with advice and consent of Council
Term of Appointment:      Three (3) years
Continued until successors are appointed?   No
Membership Availability:  (1) Regular Members

Environmental Commission

The Commission conducts research into the use and possible use of open space in the Township, while protecting the existing resources. Administrative review of Development applications, which are a major part of monthly meetings. The commission is an advisory group for all aspects of the Clean Communities Program.

Membership Listing

 

Name Type Term Expires
Haig Kasabach Regular December 31, 2011
Susan Tierney Regular December 31, 2010
Lester Finch Regular December 31, 2012
Clinton J. Griggs Regular December 31, 2012
Karl Vetter Regular December 31, 2012
John Balletto Regular December 31, 2012
Robert Benjamin            Regular December 31, 2012
Daniel Bonanni Associate Member #1 December 31, 2010
Vacant Associate Member #2
Vacant Associate Member #3
Vacant Associate Member #4
Richard Balgowan Mayor's Representative
Dennis Pone Council Liaison December 31, 2010
Michelle Russo Commission Secretary  

Authorized Membership:    Seven (7) regular members
                                          Four (4) associate members
Term of Appointment:        Regular Member Term = 3 Years
                                         Associate Member Term = 1 Year
Appointment Authority:      Mayor with consent of Township council

Membership Availability:    Two (2) Regular Members  One (1) Associate Member

Click Here to View the Meeting Agendas for the Environmental Commission

Ethics Commission

The mission of the Ethics Commission is to assure the citizens that all persons who serve the community are performing their respective responsibilities in a manner that serves the best interests of the community inclusive of all employees, elected or appointed office holders and volunteers.

Membership Listing

Name Type Term Expires
Member 1
Carol Oswald (R) Member 2 December 31, 2013
Paula Mindzak (D) Member 3 December 31, 2012
William Saul (U) Member 4 December 31, 2012 
John F. Tiberi(U) Member 5  December 31, 2011 
Vincent Auletta (D)  Member 6  December 31, 2011 

Code of Ordinances:                                    Section 2-820.66 et seq
Authorized Membership:                              Six (6) members (residents) - No more than 3 members form the same political party.
Appointment Authority:                                Council
Term of Appointmetn:                                   Five (5) years (after initial appts 08-379)
Continuedf until successors are appointed:    Yes

 

Friends of Sayen Gardens

The Board of Trustees of the Friends of Sayen House and Gardens is responsible for providing information to the community and oversees the maintenance, operation and improvements of the Sayen House. The board conducts the annual Azalea Festival on Mother's Day which draws a large crowd from throughout the area. The board also works closely with the caterer to assure quality service to clients hosting events at Sayen House and provides guard coverage for house functions and photography sessions on the grounds.

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Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

Seeks to preserve various sites an knowledge concerning the history of the Hamilton Township area.

Membership Listing

 

Name Type Term Expires
  Regular Member 1 - Class A December 31, 2008
  Regular Member 2 - Class B December 31, 2008
  Regular Member 3 - Class A or B December 31, 2011
  Regular Member 4 - Class A or B December 31, 2011
Frieda Applegate Regular Member 5 - Class C December 31, 2010
Anne Lee Regular Member 6 - Class C December 31, 2010
Gordon Kontrath Regular Member 7 - Class C December 31, 2010
Janice Opalski Regular Member 8 - Class C  December 31, 2010
Helene P’Simer Regular Member 9 - Class C December 31, 2010
  Alternate 1 - Class C December 31, 2009
  Alternate 2 - Class C December 31, 2009
Thomas Goodwin Council Liaison  
Kim Daly  Commission Secretary  

Authorized Membership:    
Qualifications:
        
Class ‘A’:  Hamilton resident, knowledgeable in building design & construction or architectural history.
        Class ‘B’:  Hamilton resident, knowledgeable with or demonstrated interest in local history.
        Class ‘C’:  Hamilton resident who holds no other municipal office, position, or employment, other than there shall be one Class ‘C’ Member who is a member of the Township Planning Board.
         (1) One member must qualify as Class A; (1) One member must qualify as a Class B; (2) Two members shall qualify as Class A or B
         (5) Five members shall be of Class C; (2) two ALTERNATES shall be of Class C

Term of Appointment:       Regular Member Term = 4 Years
                                        Alternate Member Term = 2 Years
Appointment Authority:     Mayor with advice of Township Council

Membership Availability:   (1) One Regular Member – Class A
                                        (1) One Regular Member – Class B
                                        (2) Two Regular Member – Class A or B
                                        (2) Two Alternate – Class C

Human Relations Advisory Commission

The Human Relations Advisory Commission acts in an advisory capacity to the mayor and attempts to foster, good will, cooperation and conciliation among the groups and elements of the community through community efforts. Recommendations are made to the mayor for the development of polices and procedures in general and for programs of informal education to eliminate all types of discrimination. They also work with other local, county, state and federal agencies to develop programs promoting health, education, welfare, employment, economics, recreation and all segments of the community.

Membership Listing

 

Name Type Term Expires
Trisha Buchanan Member 1  December 31, 2010
David Maher Member 2  December 31, 2010
John Kelly Member 3  December 31, 2010
James Walters Member 4  December 31, 2009
Evelyn Farardeau Member 5  December 31, 2008
Donna Chmara Member 6  December 31, 2009
Gary Iavarone Member 7 December 31, 2009
  Member 8  
  Member 9   
  Member 10   
  Member 11   
  Member 12   
  Member 13   
  Member 14   
  Member 15   
Kelly Yaede Council Liaison  

Authorized Membership:      Not more than fifteen (15) members
Regular Member Term:        3 Years
Continued until successors are appointed:    Yes
Appointment Authority:        Mayor with advice and consent of Council

Membership Availability:       (8) Regular Members

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees oversees operation of the Public Library. This includes setting the policies for the following: purchase and payment of expenditures for the Library; hiring of a Library Director; management of Library property; and all things necessary to the establishment/maintenance of a free public library as required by New Jersey Statutes.

Membership Listing

 

Name Type Term Expires
Jeffrey Balling Regular December 31, 2010
George O'Gorman Regular December 31, 2012
Cashel Schmittinger Regular December 31, 2011
Leonard Santamaria Regular December 31, 2011
Thomas Tuffy Regular December 31, 2009
Toni DeAngelo         Regular December 31, 2011
Vacant     
John Bencivengo  Mayor’s Designee  
Anita Usimani  Supt. of School’s Designee  

Authorized Membership:    Nine (9) members
                                                (1) Mayor or Representative
                                                (1) Supt.of Schools or representative
                                                (7 Citizens ((At least 4 must be residents of Hamilton))
Regular Member Term:        5 Years
Membership Availability:      (1) Regular Members
Appointment Authority:        Mayor with advice and consent of Council

Municipal Alliance Commission

Seeks to coordinate township wide anti-drug and anti-alcohol efforts. Advisory in nature, awards State allocated funds to program which meet certain criteria.

Membership Listing

 

Name Type Term Expires
Paul Ressler Regular December 31, 2010
Jennifer Horner Regular December 31, 2010
John Hulick Regular December 31, 2010
Jessica Nitti Regular December 31, 2010
Janice Archambeault Regular December 31, 2010
Sharon Kissel Regular December 31, 2009
Brian Birch Regular December 31, 2012
Neil Bencivengo

Supt of Schools

 
James Collins Chief of Police  
Doug Hoffman Presiding Judge  
Kevin Meara  Council Liaison   
  Mayor's Rep  

Code of Ordinance:                                     Seven (7) residents of the Township
                                                                   Ex Officio members (Mayor, Chief of Police, Presiding Judge and Superintendent of Schools)
Authorized Membership:                              Mayor with advice and consent of Council
Term of Appointment:                                  Three (3) Years
Continued until successors are appointed:     Yes

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission aids in the planning for the development of the township parklands so as to benefit every segment of the total population of the Township. The commission may also may recommendations on ways to expand existing programs or to begin new ones.

Membership Listing

Name Type Term Expires
John Zerillo Regular December 31, 2010
Joseph Dolan Regular December 31, 2009
William Mackson Regular December 31, 2008
Frank Bennett Regular December 31, 2008
J. Glenn Sliker Regular December 31, 2008
Frank P. Bennett Regular December 31, 2008
Randy Jacobs Regular December 31, 2008
Joseph Abbott Regular December 31, 2010
Robert Howland Regular December 31, 2010
Joy Tozzi Regular December 31, 2010
David Flood Regular December 31, 2010
Jack Bell Regular December 31, 2010
Christopher Tozzi Regular December 31, 2010
James Stevenson Regular December 31, 2010
Vacant    
Vacant    
Thomas Goodwin    Council Liaison December 31, 2010 
Gail Bell Committee Secretary  

Code of Ordinances:                                    Chapter 2, Section 2-671
Authorized Membership:                               Fifteen (15) residents of the township, Township Planner and Recreation Superintendent as ex officio members
Appointment Authority:                                 Mayor with advice and consent of council
Regular Member Term:                                 3 Years
Continued until successors are appointed:      No
Membership Availability:                               (2) Regular Members

 

Persons with Special Needs

The Mayor's Commission on Persons with Special Needs shall act in an advisory capacity to the Mayor and make recommendations for policies and programs in all matters related to the best interests of individuals with physical and developmental disabilities within the township.

Membership Listing

Name Type Term Expires
Steven Cook Regular December 31, 2012
James Fell Regular December 31, 2012
Catherine DeCostanzo Regular December 31, 2012
Stephanie Rosati-Pratico Regular December 31, 2012
Cynthia Rossi-Holliday Regular December 31, 2012
Helen Vizaniaris Regular December 31, 2012
Peter Callas Regular December 31, 2011
Laura Micharski Regular December 31, 2011
Kathy Rhead Regular December 31, 2011
Robin Wysznski Regular December 31, 2011
Kelly Rouba Regular December 31, 2011
John Sealy Regular December 31, 2011
Kelly Yaede  Council Liaison December 31, 2010 
  Admin Liaison  
Stacey Capasso Committee Secretary

Code of Ordinances:                                    Section 2-820.71                    
Authorized Membership:                              Seventeen (17) members
Appointment Authority:                                Mayor with advice and consent of council
Regular Member Term:                                Three (3) years
Continued until successors are appointed:     
Membership Availability:                               

 

Planning Board

The Planning Board exercises approval authority over proposed development applications for site plans, subdivisions, flood plain relief, etc. and the Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance review and modification.

Membership Listing

 

Name Type Term Expires
Michael Angarone Class I December 31, 2011
Richard Watson Class II December 31, 2011
David Kenny Class III December 31, 2010
Bob Hall Class IV December 31, 2011
Michael Maloney Class IV December 31, 2010
Robert Calabro Class IV December 31, 2013
Joseph Bellina Class IV December 31, 2012
Charles Whalen Class IV December 31, 2012
Class IV
  Class IV   
Haig Kasabach Alternate No. 1 December 31, 2010
Alfred Imhoff Alternate No. 2 December 31, 2011
Leo Zamparelli Board Attorney  
Tim Amison Board Secretary  

Class 1                                           
Class II                                       
Class III
Class IV Member Term:                                 Seven (7) citizens of the municipality
Term of Appointment:                                     Four (4) Years
Continued until Successors are appointed:       Based on class membership
Appointment Authority:                                   Mayor
Membership Availability

Click Here to view the Meeting Agendas for the Planning Board

 

Public Safety Commission

The Commission shall act in an advisory capacity to the Mayor and make recommendations for the development of policies and procedures in general to improve the state of public safety of the community.

Membership Listing

Name Type Term Expires
Nicholas Abaid Regular 12-31-12
Nicholas Buroczi     Regular 12-31-12
Albert Varga Regular 12-31-12
Stephen Benner Regular 12-31-11
Thomas Flanagan Regular 12-31-11
Anthony Recine Regular 12-31-11
Adam Bendas Regular 12-31-10
Anthony Tozzi Regular 12-31-10
Raymond Krajsovics Regular 12-31-10
Alternate 1
Alternate 2

Code of Ordinances:                                        Chapter 2, Section 820.36
Authorized Membership:                                  Nine (9) residents of Hamilton
Appointing Authority:                                       Mayor with advice and consent of Council 
Term of Appointment:                                      Three (3) Years
Continued until successors are appointed:         Yes

Redevelopment Agency

The redevelopment agency evaluates the development and redevelopment; rehabilitation of any improvements; and the construction and provision for construction of commercial, industrial, public or other structures and the grant or dedication of spaces as may be appropriate to the interest and welfare of the citizens of the Township in accordance with the master plan.

Membership Listing

Name Type Term Expires

Salvatore Sciarrotta

Appointment by Mayor December 31, 2013
Enrico Savelli Appointment by Mayor December 31, 2013
John Poland Appointment by Council December 31, 2012
Paul Kramer  Appointment by Council December 31, 2012
Vacant Appointment by Council December 31, 2012
Kyle Battaglia Appointment by Council December 31, 2011
Joe Novembre  Appointment by Council   December 31, 2011 
Robert Innocenzi Appointment by Council December 31, 2013
  NJDCA Rep.  
Dennis Pone Council Liaison December 31, 2010
Alison Salvatore            Commission Secretary  

Regular Member Term = 5 Years
Membership Availability:    None at this time

Rent Leveling Commission

The Rent Leveling Commission is responsible for regulation of rental charges by apartment facilities in Hamilton Township having four or more residential tenancy units. The Rent Leveling Commission provides members of the public with increase for regulated residential rental units. The commission is also responsible for processing complaints of tenants regarding rental charges, and administers the annual rental increase process and annually provides notification to landlords of the allowable level of rental increases.

Membership Listing

Name Type Term Expires
Brian Hawrylak Class II, Regular December 31, 2008
David Absalom     Class III, Regular  December 31, 2007 
John Gershen Class III, Regular December 31, 2008
Gloria Fiabane Class III, Regular December 31, 2008
Joan Hofmann Commission Secretary  

Qualifications:

Class I:           Landlord – Residency not required         
Class II:          Tenant – Hamilton resident.
Class III:         Non-landlord, non-tenant; Hamilton resident

Note:  While "rent control" was abolished in August 2002, the commission remains (grandfathered tenants)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission is an advisory commission to advise the administration in the regulation, planting, care and control of shade and ornamental trees and shrubbery upon and in the streets, highways, public places, parks and parkways within the Township.

Membership Listing

Name  Type Length  Term Expire 
Robert C. Poppert, Chairman Member 5 Years December 31, 2010
Jim Hunter Member  4 Years  December 31, 2009
Clint Griggs  Member 3 Years December 31, 2008 
Harry Robinson  Member  2 Years  December 31, 2009 
Ed Oravsky  Member  1 Year  December 31, 2008 
Kevin Meara  Council Liaison   December 31, 2010 
Alison Salvatore     Commission Secretary    

Membership Availability:    None
Appontment Authority:       Mayor
Authorized term:                Member 1@ 1 year
                                         Member 2@  2 years
                                         Member 3@  3 years
                                         Member 4@  4 years
                                         Member 5@  5 years

Status of Women Advisory Commission

The commission shall: (1) create forums to encourage public awareness of women's needs and concerns, and serve as a source of information for women on various issues, including small business, health, employment and child care; (2) consult with organizations, associations and groups which are working toward the goal of improving the status of women in the township; and (3) provide recommendations to the mayor regarding issues within the community affecting women.

Membership Listing

 

Name Type Term Expires
Theresa Griggs Regular December 31, 2008
Gloria Stevens Regular December 31, 2009
Kathleen Masi Regular December 31, 2010
Diane Ockun Regular December 31, 2009
Kelly Rouba Regular December 31, 2009
Kelly Yaede   December 31, 2010 

Code of Ordinances:                            Section 2-810
Authorized Membership                        Not more than fifteen (15) members
Appointment Authority:                         Mayor with Advice and Consent of Council
Authorized Term of Appointment:         (5 members) @ 3 year terms; (5 members) @ 2 year terms; (5) members) @ 1 year term
                                                            Continued until successors appointed?   No        

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission was established as a means of communication between the youth of the township and the municipal government to discuss any cares/concerns pertaining to the children of the township.

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Zoning Board of Adjustment

Review applications requiring use variances from the Zoning Ordinance including site plan, subdivisions, flood plain relief, etc.

Membership Listing

Name Type Term Expires
Richard Kelleher     Regular December 31, 2011
Paul Kramer Regular December 31, 2012
Anthony Celentano Regular December 31, 2010
Vincent Savelli Regular December 31, 2010
Raymond Donovan Regular December 31, 2013
Ronald Luccarelli Regular December 31, 2011
Anthony DiStephano Regular December 31, 2011
Edward Arico Alternate No. 1  December 31, 2011
Jeffrey Hewitson Alternate No. 2 December 31, 2010
Michael Balint, Esq Board Attorney  
Tim Amison Secretary to the Board  

Code of Ordinance:
Authorized Membership:         Seven (7) Regular members and two (2) alternates ( 0 availability)
Appointment Authority:           Mayor with Advice and Consent of Council
Authorized Term of Appt:        Regular members four (4) years; alternates two (2) years
                              
Click Here to view the Meeting Agendas for the Zoning Board of Adjustment