MINUTES OF THE LONG HILL TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE
JULY 11, 2007 REGULAR SESSION
The Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, convened in Regular Session at the Municipal Building, 915 Valley Road, Gillette, New Jersey, on Wednesday, July 11, 2007 at 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Vitureira noted that the Township Committee will meet in Executive Session from 7:00 P.M. until 7:30 P.M.
RESOLUTION #07-222
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of Long Hill Township, pursuant to the provision of P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the Open Public Meetings Act, meet in closed session for the purpose of possible litigation, property acquisition, contract negotiations and personnel.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Township Committee will disclose to the public at such time as appropriate action is taken on said matters, and when disclosure will not result in unwarranted invasion of individual privacy or prejudice to the best interests of the Township of Long Hill; provided such disclosure will not violate Federal, State or Local Statutes and does not fall within the attorney/client privilege.
On motion of Mr. Collins, seconded by Mr. Aroneo, Resolution #07-222 was approved. The vote was as follows:
Mr. Aroneo Aye
Mr. Briggs Aye
Mr. Collins Aye
Ms. Genovese Absent
Mayor Vitureira Aye
The Township Committee convened to Executive Session at 7:03 p.m.
The Township Committee reconvened to Regular Session at 7:41 p.m.
Mr. Collins led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
On roll call the following Committee members were present:
Jerry Aroneo
Mead Briggs
Chris Collins
Mayor Vitureira
Absent: Gina Genovese
Also present: Richard Sheola, Administrator/Acting Clerk
John Pidgeon, Township Attorney
Mayor Vitureira read the following statement:
In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Law of New Jersey, adequate notice of this meeting was included in a list of meetings notice sent in writing to the Echoes Sentinel, Courier News and Daily Record on January 3, 2007; posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building on January 3, 2007 and has remained continuously posted as the required notices under the Statute. In addition, a copy of this notice is and has been available to the public and is on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk.
Mayor Vitureira stated, that as a matter of procedure, it is the intention of the Township Committee not to continue any matter or introduce a new matter past 11:00 p.m. at any regular or special meeting of the Committee unless a motion is passed by the members then present to extend the meeting to a later specified cutoff time.
Mr. Aroneo reported the following: The Open Space Advisory Committee is reviewing paper streets in order to determine whether any can be vacated and recommended the appointment of Larry Mammone to the Open Space Advisory Committee.
On motion of Mr. Aroneo, seconded by Mayor Vitureira, and unanimous voice vote, that Larry Mammone was appointed to the Open Space Advisory Committee.
Mr. Aroneo further reported: The Road Department replaced a rotted pipe on White Bridge Road and installed a drainage pipe on Railroad Avenue. The CAC established procedures for posting messages on LHTV channel 25; which is to forward the forms to the receptionist who will then forward them to the CAC. The Beautification and Enhancement Committee is reviewing proposals for the welcome signs.
Mr. Briggs reported the following: The Stirling & Millington Fire Companies each responded to 19 calls in June. Specs for the Stirling Fire Company’s new pumper were dropped off today and the Millington Fire Company’s brush truck should be finished by the end of the month. Both Fire Companies and the Fire Inspector will be taking advantage of the communications grant balance. The Planning Board discussed the ANJEC grant and approved an application on Carlton Road.
Mr. Collins reported the following: Lounsberry Meadow is continuing discussions with Bank of America regarding the partnership agreement and investigating the possibility of placing solar panels on their rooftop. The Recreation Advisory Committee is investigating the installation of a slide at Stirling Lake and having bands in September. The calendar on the recreation website has been updated. Sandlot baseball for ages 5 – 13 is available on Wednesday nights; more information is on the recreation website.
Mayor Vitureira reported the following: Chief Hedden is doing an excellent job with the Police Department transition. The Senior party was successful. The Sewer Department is narrowing down problem areas and is currently focusing on the Morristown pump station area. The LHTV bulletin board can now be viewed via the Township website.
Mr. Sheola reported that there was a discussion after the last meeting regarding having the agendas on laptops versus paper, noted that the price would be over $1,000 per unit and recommended holding off until 2008.
Mr. Sheola explained that the analysis of existing capital versus the current list showed a savings of approximately $81,000 and spoke against utilizing funds from ordinances which have been adopted since 2005. Mr. Sheola recommended finalizing discussions and moving forward, noting that the brush truck will be completed in approximately a month and funds need to be available before it can be picked up.
Mr. Aroneo suggested conducting the Mitchell Road ditch repair in-house rather than through capital funding. Mr. Sheola suggested funding the repair, conducting a cost estimate and noted that the portion of the ordinance could be cancelled or reserved. Mr. Aroneo suggested financing the project through the 2008 operating budget. Mr. Sheola explained that one of the only exceptions to the cap will be the capital budget and debt service and that he will direct the Engineer to do a cost analysis.
Mr. Briggs inquired if ditch rehabilitation and road resurfacing/stormwater improvement could be combined, so the funding could be utilized to repair another roadway if the ditch repair is conducted in-house. Mr. Pidgeon explained that Bond Counsel attempts to make the ordinance flexible.
Mayor Vitureira inquired regarding pump stations. Mr. Sheola stated that all six need attention, they will not all be shut down at the same time and the project will take approximately one year. A discussion ensued regarding payments and funding. Mayor Vitureira directed that Bond Counsel prepare an ordinance for introduction at the next meeting.
Mr. Sheola noted that the court received a good report in their annual audit.
Mayor Vitureira explained the request for a refund of 2004 and 2005 sewer charges from Richard Olin. Mr. Collins suggested authorizing the refund if Mr. Olin can provide records of credit from the water company. Mr. Aroneo concurred. Mayor Vitureira directed Mr. Sheola to write to Mr. Olin requesting the information. Mr. Pidgeon advised that the refund should be done by resolution, with the inclusion of specific amounts, after receipt of documentation.
Mayor Vitureira opened the meeting to the public for comments regarding this issue. No one wished to be heard.
Mayor Vitureira noted the request for support of naming the Great Swamp’s new visitor center the “Helen C. Fenske Visitor Center”.
Mayor Vitureira opened the meeting to the public for questions pertaining to this matter. No one wished to be heard. A resolution is on the Consent Agenda.
Mr. Collins read by title:
Ordinance #208-07 entitled “An Ordinance Amending Chapter III of the Township Code Entitled “Police Regulations”, Section 130 of the Township Land Use Ordinance Entitled “Bulk and Supplemental Regulations” and Section 151 Entitled “Off-Street Parking and Loading”.
On motion of Mr. Collins, seconded by Mayor Vitureira, that Ordinance #208-07 be passed on final reading and adopted as published.
Mr. Pidgeon explained the ordinance and read recommendations for additional changes to section 2 and 3, which were provided by the Planning Board. Mr. Pidgeon stated that the amendments could be approved tonight without further notice of publication.
On motion of Mayor Vitureira, seconded by Mr. Collins, and unanimous voice vote, that the amendments recommended by the Planning Board were approved.
Mayor Vitureira opened the meeting to the public for a hearing on Ordinance #208-07 as amended.
Joe Connolly, Millington, inquired regarding sections of ordinance 208-07. Mr. Pidgeon explained that the changes clarify the ordinance.
Dennis Sandow, Millington, suggested amendments to section 3-5A.4.
On motion of Mr. Aroneo, seconded by Mayor Vitureira, and unanimous voice vote, that “driveway or fire lane” be added to the end of the first paragraph of section 3-5A.4 and the word “or” be deleted. Mr. Pidgeon noted that the changes do not require any further notice or hearing.
Mr. Sandow voiced concern with the second line of 151.2 subsection e. A discussion ensued.
On motion of Mr. Collins seconded by Mayor Vitureira, and unanimous voice vote, that “Master Plan” in 151.2 subsection e be changed to “approving authority”.
Mr. Sandow, spoke regarding 152.3 subsection f and the ANJEC grant application. Mr. Collins stated that this is required under stormwater regulations.
No one else wished to be heard and Mayor Vitureira closed the hearing to the public.
The vote to adopt ordinance 208-07, as amended, was as follows:
Mr. Aroneo Aye
Mr. Briggs Aye
Mr. Collins Aye
Ms. Genovese Absent
Mayor Vitureira Aye
Mr. Briggs read by title:
Ordinance #210-07 entitled “An Ordinance Concerning the Library Board of Trustees and Supplementing and Amending Chapter II of the Township Code Entitled “Administration”.
Mr. Pidgeon explained that the ordinance, which is not required, was recommended by the Library Board of Trustees and the current Township Code does not contain any reference to the Board because once it is created it is governed by state statute.
Mayor Vitureira opened the meeting to the public for questions regarding the ordinance. No one wished to be heard.
On motion of Mr. Briggs, seconded by Mr. Collins, that Ordinance #210-07 was passed on first reading, published according to law, and that a public hearing hereon is scheduled for Wednesday, August 8, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. or soon thereafter, at the Municipal Building. The vote was as follows:
Mr. Aroneo Aye
Mr. Briggs Aye
Mr. Collins Aye
Ms. Genovese Absent
Mayor Vitureira Aye
Mr. Aroneo read by title:
Ordinance #211-07 entitled “An Ordinance Concerning the Open Space Advisory Committee and Amending Section 2-37 of the Township Code”.
Mr. Pidgeon explained that the ordinance changes the composition of the Open Space Advisory Committee, expands the total number of members and the terms of the resident at-large members from one year to three years, requires that the terms be staggered, increases the number of meetings from two per year to once a month and enables the Board to appoint the chairman.
Mayor Vitureira opened the meeting to the public for questions regarding ordinance 211-07.
Joe Connolly, Millington, inquired if the two introduced ordinances are available to the public free of charge until they are approved. Mayor Vitureira and Mr. Pidgeon responded in the affirmative.
No one else wished to be heard.
On motion of Mr. Aroneo seconded by Mr. Briggs, that Ordinance #211-07 was passed on first reading, published according to law, and that a public hearing hereon be scheduled for Wednesday, August 8, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. or soon thereafter, at the Municipal Building. The vote was as follows:
Mr. Aroneo Aye
Mr. Briggs Aye
Mr. Collins Aye
Ms. Genovese Absent
Mayor Vitureira Aye
Mr. Sheola stated that the last sentence of resolution 07-240 should read for “field maintenance” not “Stirling Village Revitalization Project”. Mr. Aroneo inquired if Us Athletic is the current contractor. Mr. Sheola responded in the negative.
Mayor Vitureira opened the meeting to the public for questions or comments regarding the consent agenda resolutions. No one wished to be heard.
On motion of Mayor Vitureira, seconded by Mr. Collins, the following Consent Agenda Resolutions, were introduced and adopted as amended:
RESOLUTION 07-223
NAMING OF THE GREAT SWAMP’S VISITOR CENTER –
THE HELEN FENSKE VISITOR CENTER
WHEREAS, Helen Fenske has played a very important role in the initial preservation of the Great Swamp by dedicating her time and energy to help raise money to purchase the initial 3,000 acres for New Jersey’s first national refuge; and
WHEREAS, Helen Fenske has been a pioneer for positive New Jersey environmental achievements that have supported the Great Swamp including the establishment of the Department of Environmental Protection, the foundation for the Green Acres Program, and the establishment of the state’s first freshwater wetlands legislation; and
WHEREAS, the Township of Long Hill strongly supports the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge’s recommendation to name the new Great Swamp’s Visitor Center after Helen Fenske; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey urges the Department of the Interior to name the Great Swamp’s new visitor center, the Helen C. Fenske Visitor Center in honor of her positive actions in the creation and expansion of the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge.
RESOLUTION 07-224
APPROVING RAFFLE LICENSE # 07-11 – MEYERSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill upon the advice of the Township Clerk, that all documents have been reviewed and are in good order, does hereby authorize the Township Clerk to issue Raffle License Number 07-11 to the Meyersville Presbyterian Church for an On-Premise Raffle to be held on October 20, 2007 at 8:00 p.m. at 223 Hickory Tavern Road, Gillette, New Jersey 07933.
RESOLUTION 07-225
APPROVING RAFFLE LICENSE # 07-12 – MEYERSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill upon the advice of the Township Clerk, that all documents have been reviewed and are in good order, does hereby authorize the Township Clerk to issue Raffle License Number 07-12 to the Meyersville Presbyterian Church for a Tricky Tray Raffle to be held on October 20, 2007 at 8:00 p.m. at 223 Hickory Tavern Road, Gillette, New Jersey 07933.
RESOLUTION 07-226
APPROVING BLOCK PARTY REQUEST AND CLOSING OF LAURA DRIVE
BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill does hereby approve the request for a block party to be held on Laura Drive on Saturday, July 21, 2007 from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. as noted in a letter received from Cheryl Killeen.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Township Committee does hereby approve the request for the closing of Laura Drive with the provision that barricades are obtained from the Department of Public Works.
RESOLUTION 07-227
APPROVING REGULAR SESSION MINUTES (AS AMENDED) – FEBRUARY 28, 2007
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill does hereby approve the Regular Session Minutes of February 28, 2007 as amended, to include Resolution #07-076.
TOWNSHIP OF LONG HILL
RESOLUTION #07-228
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE REDUCTION OF GOLDCON, INC.’S MAINTENANCE BOND & ACCRUED INTEREST
WHEREAS, Terence Goldcon, c/o Goldcon, Inc., 230 Sherman Avenue, Suite 8, Berkeley Heights, New Jersey 07922 submitted application 00-06Z, for Block 26, Lot 1; and
WHEREAS, the Township Engineer has authorized the return of a portion of the maintenance bond & accrued interest; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has determined the portion of the maintenance bond & accrued interest is in the amount of $36,036.037; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill hereby directs the Chief Financial Officer to return a portion of the maintenance bond & accrued interest in the amount of $36,036.37 to Terence Golden, c/o Goldcon, Inc., 230 Sherman Avenue, Suite 8, Berkeley Heights, New Jersey 07922.
RESOLUTION 07-229
AUTHORIZING THE RETURN OF INTEREST ON DEVELOPERS ESCROW – WANCHISEN
WHEREAS, Luann & Myron Wanchisen, 142 Waverly Avenue, Millington, New Jersey 07946 requested that the balance of the Developers Escrow be returned; and
WHEREAS, the balance was returned on June 13, 2007 per Resolution #07-185; and
WHEREAS, interest on the balance was omitted in error; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has determined that $12.96 remains in interest.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill hereby directs the Chief Financial Officer to return the interest on the balance of the Developer’s Escrow in the amount of $12.96 to Luann & Myron Wanchisen, 142 Waverly Avenue, Millington, New Jersey 07946.
RESOLUTION 07-230
AMENDING RESOLUTION 07-188 ENTITLED
APPOINTING 2007 STIRLING LAKE STAFF
BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, in the County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that Resolution 07-188 appointing 2007 Stirling Lake Staff is hereby amended to include the following:
Name Position Rate of Pay/Hour
Pawel Talaga Lifeguard $ 8.00
Sue Pfarr Lifeguard $ 9.25
RESOLUTION 07-231
AUTHORIZING REFUND OF 2007 SEWER USE CHARGE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill upon the advice and recommendation of the Tax Collector, does hereby authorize a refund of the 2007 Sewer Use Charge due to overpayment to the following:
BLOCK LOT REFUND TO REFUND
12501 4 SCHITTIG, KLAUS D $15.00
85 CHURCH RD
MILLINGTON, NJ 07946
13101 22 GROOTHIUS, COLIN/ELIZABETH $380.00
256 HIGH STREET
STIRLING, NJ 07980
10701 804 ROCHE, ESTHER $15.00
52 SUNRISE DR
GILLETTE, NJ 07933
11511 20 DARBY, MARIE R $15.00
246 ESSEX STREET
STIRLING, NJ 07980
13802 4.01 MC CRACKEN, KEVIN.LAURA $36.00
27 MAGNA DR
GILLETTE, NJ 07933
RESOLUTION 07-232
AUTHORIZING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE 2007 SEWER BILLING
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill upon the advice and recommendation of the Tax Collector, does hereby authorize adjustments to the 2007 sewer billing due to water usage, senior deduction or billing error for the following:
BLOCK LOT ADJUSTMENT CREDIT DEBIT NAME
14205 5.15 WATER USAGE -320.00 CICCHETTI,
12501 4 SENIOR DEDUCTION -15.00 SCHITTIG
11511 20 SENIOR DEDUCTION -15.00 DARBY
12803 22 SENIOR DEDUCTION -15.00 LEMANSKI, A.
10701 804 SENIOR DEDUCTION -15.00 ROCHE
14205 5.16 WATER USAGE -161.00 VERDINO
13302 101 SENIOR DENIED 15.00 SCHUESLER
10701 905 SENIOR DENIED 15.00 ARCHES, C
12003 20 SENIOR DENIED 15.00 RIOLA
12101 3.03 SENIOR DENIED 15.00 WANG
RESOLUTION 07-233
APPOINTING 2007 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS CENTER STAFF
BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill that the following are hereby appointed for the year 2006 as the Emergency Management Operations Center Staff:
Emergency Management Operations Center Staff_________
Richard J. Sheola Public Services Assistant Coordinator
RESOLUTION 07-234
CONFIRMING MILEAGE RATE REIMBURSEMENT
WHEREAS, the Internal Revenue Service, Department of Treasury has increased the mileage rate to 48.5 cents a mile for the period of July 1, 2007 to December 31, 2007; and
WHEREAS, the Township Committee authorizes reimbursement at the IRS Mileage Rate for the same period of time, contingent that the proper backup paperwork is submitted to the Chief Financial Officer and a government voucher is properly executed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill in the County of Morris, State of New Jersey authorizes mileage reimbursement at a rate of 48.5 cents per mile for the period of July 1, 2007 until amended by Resolution of the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill.
RESOLUTION #07-235
APPOINTING COMMISSIONER & ALTERNATE COMMISSIONER
TO THE MORRIS COUNTY JOINT INSURANCE FUND
BE IT RESOLVED, the by-laws of Morris County Joint Insurance Fund require a Commissioner to be appointed by each respective agency; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township of Long Hill does not have an appointed Commissioner due to personnel changes; and
BE IT RESOLVED, the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill desires to appoint Township Administrator Richard J. Sheola as Commissioner representing the Township of Long Hill at the meetings of the Morris County Joint Insurance Fund; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that Andrea Tsimboukis is hereby appointed Alternate Commissioner to the Morris County Joint Insurance Fund; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Township Committee appoints Township Administrator Richard J. Sheola as Commissioner to the Morris County Joint Insurance Fund and Andrea Tsimboukis is appointed Alternate Commissioner effective immediately and until modified accordingly.
RESOLUTION 07-236
APPROVING SALARY INCREASE – DENISE GRIFFIN
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey does hereby approve a salary increase for Denise Griffin to $16.50 per hour, effective July 1, 2007.
RESOLUTION 07-237
APPROVING PAYMENT OF BILLS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill does hereby approve the payment of the bills as presented by the Chief Financial Officer.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the bills list be appended to the official minutes.
RESOLUTION 07-238
AUTHORIZING LONG HILL TOWNSHIP TO MAKE APPLICATION FOR THE WATCHUNG MUNICIPAL ALLIANCE FOR FUNDING ADMINISTERED THROUGH THE MORRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey recognizes that the abuse of alcohol and drugs is a serious problem in our society amongst persons of all ages; and
WHEREAS, the Township recognizes that it is incumbent upon not only public officials but upon the entire community to take action to prevent such abuses in our community; and
WHEREAS, the Township Committee of Long Hill has applied for funding to the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse through the County of Morris.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey authorizes the Mayor to execute the grant application.
RESOLUTION 07-239
AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 TO THE CONTRACT WITH SUBURBAN CONSULTING ENGINEERS
WHEREAS, the Township Committee awarded a contract to Suburban Consulting Engineers in the amount of $10,000.00 for Manhole Rehabilitation work in connection with the inflow and infiltration project; and
WHEREAS, it was deemed prudent to have Suburban Consulting Engineers perform work on the project on a lump sum and time and materials basis; and
WHEREAS, the estimate for time and materials exceeded the estimate by $976.25, making a Change Order necessary; and
Change
Order # Description Amount Net Amount of
Contract
1 Manhole Rehabilitation $976.25 $10,976.25
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill in the County of Morris, State of New Jersey as follows:
1. Change Order Number 1 as described in the preamble is hereby approved.
2. The change order shall be charged to C-04-55-818-001-F Certification of available funds by the Township Chief Financial Officer shall be attached to the original of this resolution and shall be maintained in the files of the Township Clerk.
RESOLUTION 07-240
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR FIELD MAINTENANCE
WHEREAS, the Township of Long Hill received four (4) sealed bids for Field Maintenance on July 3, 2007; and
WHEREAS, the bids received were as follows:
Bidder Year 1 Year 2 Total
Pat Scanlon Landscaping $56,875 $56,875 $113,750
US Athletic Fields $30,100 $30,100 $60,200
George Vetter Landscaping $33,490 $34,494.70 $69,984.70
High Valley Farm & Contracting $55,000 $57,750 $112,500
WHEREAS, US Athletic Fields was the lowest bid at a total of $60,200; and
WHEREAS, it was determined that US Athletic Fields was the lowest responsible bidder; and
WHEREAS, the Township Administrator, serving as the Purchasing Agent recommends the award of the contract for the Field Maintenance to US Athletic Fields PO Box 38, Skillman, NJ 08558; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, New Jersey as follows:
1. Award the contract to US Athletic Fields PO Box 38, Skillman, NJ 08558
2. The contract shall be in the amount of Thirty Thousand One Hundred Dollars ($30,100) for the year 2007 and Thirty Thousand One Hundred Dollars ($30,100) for the year 2008 contingent upon sufficient funds in the 2008 Municipal Budget.
3. Mayor and Municipal Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to execute the contract for field maintenance.
RESOLUTION #07- 241
EXECUTIVE SESSION
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of Long Hill Township, pursuant to the provision of P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the Open Public Meetings Act meet in closed session for the purpose of possible litigation, property acquisition, contract negotiations and personnel.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Township Committee will disclose to the public at such time as appropriate action is taken on said matters, and when disclosure will not result in unwarranted invasion of individual privacy or prejudice to the best interests of the Township of Long Hill; provided such disclosure will not violate Federal, State or Local Statutes and does not fall within the attorney/client privilege.
The vote was as follows:
Mr. Aroneo Aye
Mr. Briggs Aye
Mr. Collins Aye
Ms. Genovese Absent
Mayor Vitureira Aye
Mayor Vitureira opened the meeting to the public.
Sue Dapkins, Gillette, inquired if the Township has applied for Morris County Open Space funding, noting that the deadline is in a week and a half and an appraisal is required. Mayor Vitureira responded in the negative, stated that the recommendation was just received from the Open Space Advisory Committee and directed Mr. Sheola to look into this matter.
Joe Connolly, Millington, suggested that when channel 8 airs a meeting the date should be posted. Mayor Vitureira stated that the problem will hopefully be solved when the Township switches to channel 25. Mr. Connolly suggested a second mike for Mr. Pidgeon and Mr. Sheola, noted that when the Governing Body members speak to each other the microphones do not pick up the conversations and inquired regarding procedures for posting information on channel 25. Mayor Vitureira stated that the forms are available in the clerk’s office and on the Township website.
Dennis Sandow, Millington, invited everyone to attend the Freedom Tour Bike Race on July 17th, the Stirling Country Fair (alteration of the Millington Street Fair) on October 6th and the Classic Car Show on October 6th.
No one else wished to be heard and Mayor Vitureira closed the meeting to the public.
On motion of Mr. Collins, seconded by Mr. Briggs and unanimous voice vote, the meeting reconvened into Executive Session at 8:39 p.m.
*The Township Committee reconvened at 9:05 p.m.
RESOLUTION 07-242
AWARD CONTRACT UNDER FAIR AND OPEN PROCEDURES FOR
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION -
MAIN AVENUE REVITALIZATION
BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill in the County of Morris, State of New Jersey as follows:
1. The Township Engineer solicited proposals from qualified firms on June 1, 2007 and four (4) responses were received
2. T&M Associates submitted the lowest price for Construction Administration services at an amount not to exceed $26,500.
3. The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to sign an agreement with T&M Associates for Construction Administration services for the Main Avenue Revitalization Project.
4. The Finance Officer has certified sufficient funds are available under account C-04-55-110-001-C
On motion of Mayor Vitureira, seconded by Mr. Collins, that resolution #07-242 was approved. The vote was as follows:
Mr. Aroneo Aye
Mr. Briggs Aye
Mr. Collins Aye
Ms. Genovese Absent
Mayor Vitureira Aye
On motion of Mr. Briggs, seconded by Mr. Aroneo, and unanimous voice vote, that Joseph Lane, Jeff Bott and Stephen Poggi were appointed as junior firefighters to the Millington Volunteer Fire Company.
The meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
______________________________
Anna Imiolek, RMC
Deputy Municipal Clerk
* The recorder was not turned back on when the Township Committee reconvened at 9:05 p.m. The italicized portion was compiled from information provided by Mr. Sheola.
