The Sayreville Borough Council meeting on January 1, 2025, focused on the appointment of various municipal positions for one-year terms, as well as the establishment of standing committees for the year.
During the meeting, the council unanimously approved several key appointments, including the borough engineer, labor counsel, borough auditor, bond counsel, and municipal prosecutors. Notable firms such as CME Associates, Rothstein, Mordell, Strom, Holm, and Cipriani, and Northwest Financial Group were among those selected for these roles. Each appointment was confirmed through a roll call vote, with all council members voting in favor.
The council also addressed the appointment of special counsel for various matters, including tax issues and rent leveling, with firms like Nolan and Lang receiving approval. Additionally, Acuity Consulting Services was appointed as the municipal planner and for affordable housing administrative services.
In a significant decision, Donna Roberts was nominated and approved as the council president for 2025. The meeting also established standing committees, assigning council members to various roles in administration, planning, public safety, public works, recreation, and water and sewer management.
The meeting concluded with the appointment of members to various boards and commissions, including the Board of Adjustment and the Environmental Commission, ensuring that the borough's governance structure is well-equipped for the upcoming year. Overall, the meeting set a collaborative tone for the council's activities in 2025, emphasizing continuity and community service.