Ordinance 5, 2026 Authorize vacation of a portion of Edna Avenue (4/8/2026)

This ordinance, numbered 5, 2026, authorizes the City of Linwood to vacate specific portions of Edna Avenue, totaling approximately 3,143.93 square feet (1,758.43 sq ft and 1,385.50 sq ft). These sections, currently dedicated but unimproved and unaccepted municipal streets, are intended to be dedicated to newly created residential Lots 2.02 and 2.03 in Block 127. The vacation aims to provide additional depth and width to these residential lots, align with the City's Master Plan, and eliminate public rights from areas no longer serving a public purpose, while reserving public utility and access easements as necessary. The vacation was recommended by the Linwood Planning Board as part of a minor subdivision approval. The ordinance stipulates that any associated costs beyond the engineering retainer, including publication fees, legal fees, or engineering expenses, shall be paid by the individuals or entities benefiting from the street vacation. The City Clerk is responsible for filing the ordinance with the Atlantic County Clerk after its final passage and publication. The ordinance underwent its first reading on April 8, 2026, was published on April 9, 2026, and received final passage on April 22, 2026. It is set to take effect immediately following its final passage and publication.