The session began with the nomination and swearing-in of the new council leadership, with Scott Sargent being nominated as council vice president and Jennifer Kuhn as council president. Both nominations were approved after a roll call vote, and a motion to change the seating chart was passed. Sargent advised caution in light of an expected snowstorm, while Kuhn pledged to preserve open space, improve services, and support local law enforcement.

Councilman Nino Borrelli used the meeting to voice concerns about changes in the subcommittee appointment process. He highlighted the case of Eleanor Hanam, a resident not reappointed due to her criticisms of the council and threats of litigation.

Meanwhile, Councilman Stephen M. Chisholm, Jr. raised objections to what he saw as typographical errors in resolution documents and his omission from the Road Advisory Board, despite his extensive involvement.

Mayor Michael Reina congratulated the new council leadership and underscored his commitment to township safety and fiscal responsibility. He announced the redevelopment of the Department of Public Works, which included new equipment and staffing, attributing the success to the efforts of the business and financial officers of the township.

During the public comments section, residents voiced their concerns on various issues, with one expressing disappointment over not receiving a response to their application to the open space committee and another questioning the decision-making process of the council in light of lawsuits against Council President Kuhn. Traffic safety, overdevelopment, and the need for citizen involvement in decision-making were also prominent topics raised by the public.

The meeting also included a discussion on the need for a second Vice Chair to the RO committee, proposed by Councilman Borrelli to improve the working relationship between the administration and council. The proposal was met with mixed votes from the council members. Mayor Reina’s mayoral appointments to various committees were announced, as well as a motion to approve or hold bills and claims, leading to some abstentions but mostly affirmative votes.

Finally, the council agreed to consider changes in the presentation of resolutions in future meetings, acknowledging the need for clarity and manageability pointed out by council members.