Nov19Local lawsGreen Team Committee Regular Meeting (Cancelled)-Rescheduled to November 19, 2026AI summaryThe Green Team Committee's regular meeting scheduled for October 26, 2026, was cancelled and rescheduled for November 19, 2026.Green Team CommitteeOfficial source ↗
Nov19Local lawsBoard of Health Regular MeetingAI summaryThe Board of Health approved the minutes from the January 15, 2026 meeting. The Food Pantry is distributing Thanksgiving food packages to residents on the 24th between 9:30-11:30am at the concierge desk. The licensing of dogs has been moved from January to May to coincide with rabies clinic dates.Hawthorne Borough: meeting calendarOfficial source ↗
Nov09Local lawsLegal NoticesAI summaryThe Borough of Hawthorne has adopted ordinances 2397-26, 2398-26, and 2399-26, which were posted on October 23, 2026. Ordinance 2397-26 repeals and replaces Chapter 25 of the Code of the Borough of Hawthorne, Article IV, Fire Prevention Bureau, and amends related portions of Chapter 220-2, Fees. Ordinance 2398-26 adds additional locations to the schedule of stop intersections and parking prohibited at all times. Ordinance 2399-26 sets the time for expiration of dog licenses as April 30 of each year and the time for renewal as May of each year.AllOfficial source ↗
Nov09Local lawsBoard of Fire Commissioners Regular MeetingAI summaryThe Board of Fire Commissioners of Hawthorne, NJ, held a regular meeting on November 3, 2026.Board of Fire CommissionersOfficial source ↗
Nov06Local lawsMayor Lane's Weekly NewsletterAI summaryNo decisions, proposals, or announcements are mentioned in the provided text.AllOfficial source ↗
Nov04Local lawsBorough Council Regular MeetingAI summaryThe Borough Council published a new official record of their regular meeting, which can be accessed for complete details.Hawthorne Borough: meeting calendarOfficial source ↗
Nov03Local lawsBoard of HealthAI summaryThe Board of Health consists of nine members appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the Borough Council to four-year overlapping terms. The members are Laura Marie Michalski, Susan Geier, Frank Kabrel, Jr., Shirley Shortway-English, Sherrine Schuldt, Christopher Connolly, two unfilled posts, and Joe Wojtecki, the Council Representative.AllOfficial source ↗
Nov03Local lawsShade Tree Commission Regular MeetingAI summaryThe Shade Tree Commission held a regular meeting.Hawthorne Borough: meeting calendarOfficial source ↗
Nov03Local lawsBoard of Fire Commissioners Regular MeetingHawthorne Borough: meeting calendarOfficial source ↗
Nov03Local lawsMeeting MinutesAI summaryThe Board of Fire Commissioners approved the department bill list of expenses totaling $17,515.20. The expenses include various purchases and services for the fire department, such as equipment maintenance, repairs, and supplies. The board also approved the return to active duty of firefighter Carlos Morales from Company 4 and the medical leave of firefighter Jorge Padilla from Company 4.Hawthorne Borough: meeting calendarOfficial source ↗
Nov02Local lawsGarage SalesAI summaryResidents of Hawthorne, NJ can hold three garage sales per year for $5, $10, or $20, each lasting three consecutive days with no rain dates. To participate, complete the permit application and pay the required fee in exact change or check when picking up the permit.AllOfficial source ↗
Nov02Local laws2026 EventsAI summaryThe Hawthorne Environmental Commission, Hawthorne Green Team, Borough of Hawthorne, and Hawthorne Shade Tree Commission are partnering for the 2026 Green Fair.AllOfficial source ↗
Nov02Local lawsBorough Council Regular MeetingAI summaryThe Borough Council of Hawthorne, NJ, held a regular meeting on October 7, 2026.Borough CouncilOfficial source ↗
Nov02Local lawsMunicipal Alliance CommitteeAI summaryThe Municipal Alliance Committee is a coalition of community volunteers, including parents, educators, and law enforcement, that aims to prevent drug and alcohol use among the community, particularly among youth. The committee funds and supports various programs, including Smart Moves, Peer Leadership Program, Junior Police Academy, ROAR, Project Graduation, Leadership Camp, and Parents Who Host Lose the Most. These programs provide education, awareness, and training on the consequences of drug and alcohol use.AllOfficial source ↗
Oct30Local lawsHealth License & Permit RenewalsAI summaryThe Borough of Hawthorne has established license fees for various businesses, including food and drink handling establishments, vending machines, and pet day care. The fees range from $25 for an ice license to $350 for restaurants with 50 or more seats. Licenses expire on December 31 and must be renewed by January 31, with a late fee of $50 or $60.AllOfficial source ↗
Oct30Local lawsShade Tree Commission Regular MeetingAI summaryThere is no specific information about a Shade Tree Commission meeting in the provided text.AllOfficial source ↗
Oct26Local lawsShade Tree CommissionAI summaryThe Shade Tree Commission consists of 7 members: Jodi DeMarco, Diane Korzinski, Lyle Hatch, Albert Ianacone, John Manke, Joseph Wojtecki, and Michael Mariani, with Maureen Cook as secretary and Kevin Alberta as arborist.AllOfficial source ↗
Oct26Local lawsMeeting MinutesAI summaryA new official record has been published by Agendas & Minutes.Hawthorne Borough: meeting calendarOfficial source ↗
Oct26Local lawsChief & Command StaffAI summaryThe Chief of Police, Joseph Carr, and the Command Staff provide leadership and strategic oversight for all police operations in Hawthorne, NJ. They ensure the department operates in alignment with the New Jersey Attorney General Guidelines and Hawthorne Borough Policies. They administer department-wide directives, allocate resources, supervise personnel management, and uphold professional standards.AllOfficial source ↗