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Council Approves 2026 Temporary Budget

Published Aug 21, 2026

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Briefing

May 28, 2026

2026 budget adoption remains delayed

Council tabled action on the 2026 municipal budget because state approval was still pending. It approved a temporary capital budget and emergency appropriation, and approved a May bill list totaling $2,348,802.16.

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Briefing

May 12, 2026

Peach Road Drainage Work Moves Toward Budget

The borough’s engineer presented cost estimates and recommendations for stormwater drainage piping on western Peach Road, and the project is expected to be included in the municipal budget. The council also approved an appointment of a Municipal Court Administrator and discussed a $33,000 payment recommendation for Replacement Well No. 3R.

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Briefing

Apr 23, 2026

Council Advances Water Main and Capital Projects

The council introduced a $1.6 million bond ordinance for replacing water mains and a $1.0075 million bond ordinance for capital equipment and improvements, including up to $957,125 in borrowing for the latter. It also adopted a lead-based paint ordinance and approved support for a Class 5 cannabis retail application.

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Briefing

Apr 21, 2026

Council Approves Local Finance Board Application

The Borough Council approved Resolution #04:81-26, authorizing Bellmawr to apply to the Local Finance Board. The motion passed with all members present voting in favor.

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Briefing

Apr 14, 2026

Budget Advances With Four-Cent Tax Increase

The council introduced the 2026 municipal budget, which includes a projected four-cent tax increase, or about $74.03 more for the average household, and approved a $229,000 Greensand Vessel Maintenance Project contract.

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Briefing

Apr 2, 2026

Council Approves Redevelopment Agreement Amendment

The Borough Council approved and authorized execution of Amendment No. 3 to the redevelopment agreement involving Bellmawr Borough, the Bellmawr Redevelopment Agency, Big Timber Junction, and The Waterfront Development LLC. The resolution passed with all members voting in favor.

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Briefing

Mar 23, 2026

Lead Paint Rules Move Forward

The council introduced a new lead-based paint chapter for the borough code, advancing it through first reading but not adopting it at this meeting. It also authorized planning for North Cedar Avenue improvements and a water-main replacement at 1070 Kings Highway, applied for a 2026 Community Development Block Grant, and approved a February bill list totaling $2,305,543.24.

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Briefing

Mar 10, 2026

Council Advances Water and Structure Improvements

A water main break near 1070 Kings Highway was isolated with an insertion valve installed March 5, helping avoid an extended service interruption for nearby residents, including mostly Bellmawr Manor apartments. Council also advanced an ordinance authorizing up to $83,600 in bonds or bond anticipation notes for demolition and improvements to various structures.

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Briefing

Feb 26, 2026

Council Allows Potential Redevelopment Assignment

By a 4-2 vote, the council approved a resolution recognizing that the redevelopment agreement may permit assignment of up to 100% of the redeveloper’s interest to Greystar Development East, L.L.C. or a subsidiary, subject to the agreement’s terms. The council also adopted new fire-prevention and dwelling-inspection requirements and approved an ordinance amendment covering the purchase of an alcotest machine.

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Briefing

Feb 10, 2026

Bellmawr Advances Road and Water Projects

Bellmawr reported receiving funding through the NJDOT Municipal Program Improvements program for North Cedar Avenue, with professional-services work to proceed after council authorization. The borough also reported completion of the Turnpike Pump Station force-main rehabilitation and said drilling for replacement Well No. 3R is expected within the next few weeks.

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Briefing

Jan 22, 2026

Bellmawr declares snow emergency

The mayor declared an emergency ahead of an expected snowstorm. Council also approved a $2,535,895.30 January bill list, a grant application for improvements at Charles J. Sauter, Jr. Memorial Park, and a road-jurisdiction agreement.

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Briefing

Jan 13, 2026

Well Replacement and Staffing Plans Advance

Preconstruction began for Replacement Well No. 3R, with the borough’s engineer providing construction inspection and administration services. Officials also reported a full-time EMT vacancy and plans to hire building/mechanical and plumbing inspectors after a retirement.

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Briefing

Jan 2, 2026

Council Approves 2026 Temporary Budget

The Borough Council unanimously authorized a 2026 temporary budget and approved a $189,590.16 bill list. It also adopted the borough’s annual administrative resolutions, service agreements, and appointments.

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