1350 2026 Passed Notice

The Borough of Mountainside, located in Union County, New Jersey, has formally adopted Bond Ordinance No. 1350-2026, which authorizes the financing of comprehensive public improvements and the acquisition of essential equipment. This ordinance appropriates a total sum of $1,320,000 to cover these costs. The extensive scope of work includes critical infrastructure projects such as bank stabilization at various locations, significant sanitary and storm sewer improvements across multiple sites, and the reconstruction or resurfacing of numerous roads. These road projects are slated to incorporate necessary drainage upgrades and curb construction or reconstruction, as detailed in an approved list prepared by the Borough Engineer. Additionally, the funding will address crucial building improvements, specifically HVAC system enhancements at the Municipal Building and security upgrades at various Borough facilities. A substantial allocation is also designated for the Fire Department to acquire new, additional, or replacement self-contained breathing apparatus equipment. As this document serves as a "Bond Ordinance Statement and Summary" announcing the final adoption of funding authorization, it does not specify contractor qualifications, mandatory licenses such as the NJ Public Works Contractor Registration, or specific experience requirements for future projects stemming from this funding. The ordinance primarily details the financial aspects of these municipal undertakings, including an aggregate appropriation and estimated cost of $1,320,000, with $66,000 allocated for a down payment and $1,254,000 authorized through the issuance of bonds and notes. Furthermore, the statement does not outline any mandatory pre-bid meetings, site visits, or similar preliminary contractor engagement requirements, as these would be delineated in subsequent, specific procurement solicitations for each individual project. Given that this notice pertains to a passed bond ordinance, it does not provide detailed submission instructions, an exact bid deadline date or time, or requirements for bid security or performance bonds for prospective contractors. The 20-day period of limitation mentioned within the notice applies to legal challenges questioning the validity of the ordinance itself, not to contractor bid submissions. However, for members of the general public seeking the full text of Ordinance No. 1350-2026, copies are readily available at no cost and during regular business hours from the Borough Clerk's office. Martha Lopez, the Borough Clerk for Mountainside, County of Union, State of New Jersey, serves as the contact for information regarding the ordinance. Specific procurement opportunities related to these authorized improvements will be advertised separately at a future date.