January 15, 2026 Millburn Township Charter Study Commission Meeting Minutes 1 Minutes of the meeting of the Charter Study Commission of the Township of Millburn, in the County of Essex, New Jersey, held in the Bauer Center starting at 8:00 PM on the above date. Mr. Drucker welcomed those present and read the following notice: In accordance with Section 5 of the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, Public Laws, 1975, be advised that notice of this meeting was made by posting on the Bulletin Board in Town Hall, and forwarding to the officially designated newspapers, that this meeting would take place at the Bauer Center at 8:00 PM on Thursday, January 15, 2026. All those in attendance joined in the Pledge of Allegiance. Upon call of the roll, the following Charter Study Commission members were recorded present: Corey Biller, Jerry Kung, Joanna Parker-Lentz, Shaunak Tanna, Christopher Drucker. Also present: Suzanne Cevasco, Esq. from King, Moench & Collins LLP. Ms. Parker-Lentz made a motion to approve the agenda, seconded by Mr. Biller. All voted in favor. Ms. Parker-Lentz made a motion to approve the January 8, 2026 meeting minutes, seconded by Mr. Tanna. All voted in favor. Reports Dr. Kung read into the record an e-mail from Mr. Jeffrey Feld: “Because of tonight's conflicting BOE Strategic Planning Committee Meeting, I cannot attend tonight's Charter Study Commission Meeting. Accordingly, would you please consider the following and acknowledge receipt of this email in tonight's meeting public record and minutes: 1. Posting the Rutgers Change In New Jersey Municipal Government Report outlining the 3 phase charter study commission report process and described at the last Jan. 8th meeting by Attorney Collins 2. Posting the recent Red Bank, Bradley Beach and Holmdel charter study commission reports in order for the public to understand the current charter study commission report template and the phase 1 type of supporting findings 3. Requesting a short "noticed" opportunity to speak at the TC and BOE meetings so that you can explain the 3 phase process to the community...in the past, the TC has provided the Environmental Commission and others a "noticed" pre-public comments opportunity to communicate to the community 4. Providing the community a Phase I opportunity to be heard on supporting facts (or allegations) supporting deficiencies in our current form of government 5. Reaching out to the Police Department for the list of all current local neighborhood watch groups Feel free to contact me.” Dr. Kung noted that the requested items have been posted. Mr. Biller reported on comparative research of approximately 20 New Jersey municipalities with approximately the same size population as Millburn, documenting forms of government, mayoral structures, election cycles, and related characteristics. The Commission discussed including neighboring municipalities such as Livingston, Maplewood, South Orange, Chatham, Madison, Springfield, West Orange, and Florham Park in the study. Ms. Parker-Lentz reported the Commission is finishing municipal employee interviews, with a couple remaining. She and Dr. Kung have compiled a list of former TC members and mayors dating back to 1991. Current interviews have lasted 75-90 minutes and are yielding valuable information. A summary report will be provided at the end of Phase 1.� January 15, 2026 Millburn Township Charter Study Commission Meeting Minutes 2 Public Comment Mr. Drucker opened the first public comment period. Jay Morreale, representing the Short Hills Association, commended the Commission’s outreach efforts and confirmed a meeting scheduled for Saturday. He asked whether there would be public interviews of TC members and posted a question to counsel regarding public deliberation requirements for confidential interview information. Mr. Drucker closed the first public comment period. Ms. Parker-Lentz responded that the Commission will take detailed notes and obtain official statements to ensure accuracy. Aggregated information and relevant anecdotes will be shared publicly, while employee interviews will remain confidential per counsel’s advice. Past TC members may be invited to a public forum during later phases of the study. Dr. Kung added that the Commission will present information in aggregate form, focusing on themes and general observations rather than attributing statements to individuals. Ms. Cevasco confirmed that if the TC adds the Commission as an agenda item, commissioners could speak at TC meetings. She will verify whether having both bodies’ quorums present simultaneously raises legal concerns. Old Business Community Outreach: Dr. Kung reported that Frequently Asked Questions have been published on the Commission website to help the public understand the Commission’s role. Ms. Parker-Lentz reported the FAQ was sent to approximately 2,500 people through Workmom and Newcomers listservs. She encouraged commissioners to share via WhatsApp groups and Facebook groups limited to Millburn residents. Additional outreach channels discussed included South Mountain Civic Association, Millburn Short Hills Chinese Association, Desi Club, and various neighborhood groups. Commissioners agreed to centralize outreach coordination through Dr. Kung. Dr. Kung offered to make announcements at TC meetings. Public Comment Mr. Drucker opened the second public comment period. Jay Morreale commended improvements to the website and supported holding a public information session with free-form dialogue. He noted that the Holmdel interviews demonstrated value in having multiple commissioner perspectives represented during questioning to illuminate different viewpoints on issues. Ms. Parker-Lentz responded that interviews are intended to gather information rather than conduct adversarial exchanges. Current interviews with elected officials have been logical and non-contentious. More robust conversations may emerge during Phase 2 when research on other municipalities reveals new considerations. Ms. Parker-Lentz added that public forums will be held, with formats to be determined in consultation with legal counsel. Mr. Biller noted that ultimately the report would illuminate the thought process behind the ultimate recommendation, explaining pros and cons to the public. The report is meant to distill all of the thinking and research done. He emphasized the limited nine-month timeframe and � January 15, 2026 Millburn Township Charter Study Commission Meeting Minutes 3 the need to work efficiently. He noted the importance of distinguishing the work of the commission from an election cycle with candidates running for office. Mr. Tanna added that there should be nothing contentious at this phase of the study, and that the commission’s job is to absorb information and listen to what interviewees have to say. Adjournment Ms. Parker-Lentz made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Dr. Kung. All voted in favor. The meeting was adjourned. ____________________________ Dr. Jerry Kung, Commissioner Charter Study Commission Secretary Approved: January 22, 2026�