MINUTES OF THE LONG HILL TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE
JUNE 13, 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, June 13, 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 #07-176
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 Mayor Vitureira, seconded by Mr. Briggs, Resolution #07-176 was approved. The vote was as follows:
Mr. Aroneo Aye
Mr. Briggs Aye
Mr. Collins Aye
Ms. Genovese Aye
Mayor Vitureira Aye
The Township Committee convened to Executive Session at 7:03 p.m.
The Township Committee reconvened to Regular Session at 7:50 p.m.
Ms. Genovese led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
On roll call the following Committee members were present:
Jerry Aroneo
Mead Briggs
Chris Collins
Gina Genovese
Mayor Vitureira
Absent: None
Also present: Richard Sheola, Administrator/Acting Municipal 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 Committee is evaluating the proposal to purchase block 13906 lot 1 and block 14602 lot 11 & 12, the Main Avenue Revitalization Project has begun and DPW raised manholes in the easement east of the Morristown Road area. The Communications Advisory Committee (CAC) is researching web hosting platforms, providing more content on the PEG Channel and LHTV will appear on channel 25. CERT members assisted with traffic and crowd control at the Little League Carnival on June 9th. The Medical Reserve Corp will be holding their initial meeting on June 18th at the First Aid Squad from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. CERT will be providing assistance during the July 16th Feast of Mount Carmel Celebration and the July 22nd Freedom Tour Bike Race. The Promotion and Enhancement Committee is reviewing ways of enhancing the appearance of the Township.
Mr. Briggs reported the following: Project Healthy Bones still has openings; interested individuals should contact Fran at 973-593-3081 ext. 1. A report on preparing for the Pandemic Flu Virus is available at the library and a report regarding the Rutgers Valley Road study will be available at the library shortly. The 2006 Audit has been received.
Mr. Briggs requested that the organization and terms of office of the Planning Board be discussed at the next Township Committee meeting.
Mr. Collins reported the following: Lounsberry Meadow has been discussing separating from Bank of America. The Lake Dance was a success. The Sewer Ban Committee is reviewing new policies and is awaiting reports from consultant. FRAC presented reports which have been forwarded to the CFO and Administrator and will be a discussion item during a future Township Committee meeting.
Ms. Genovese reported the following: Art DiBenedetto, Superintendent, resigned on Monday; the Board of Education plans to have the position filled by August. A resolution for the purchase of communication equipment for the First Aid Squad is on the Consent Agenda. The Environmental Commission is compiling an energy policy and audit based on the Global Awareness Agreement which was signed last year.
Ms. Genovese explained energy audits and requested that Len Hamilton give a brief presentation.
Mayor Vitureira welcomed Richard Sheola to his first Township Committee meeting and reported the following: LHTV is up and running; procedures are still in the process of being established. Assemblyman Jon Bramnick will attend the June 27th meeting in order to present his view on the condition of the State. The Capital Budget will be considered at the next meeting.
Mayor Vitureira welcomed Acting Police Chief Hedden and invited him to give a status report.
Acting Chief Hedden stated that the Police Department is currently restructuring in order to find the best way of providing the same level of service to the community after the recent downsizing and loss of four police officers. Acting Chief Hedden requested permission to recognize Police Officers and First Aid Squad members for their heroism during a recent first aid call. Mayor Vitureira thanked the individuals and stated that this would take place during the next meeting.
Mayor Vitureira stated that the Sewer Ban Committee discussed upgrading the capacity of the Sewer Plant and explained that twelve additional tests need to be conducted before submittal to the DEP.
Len Hamilton, Chairman of the Environmental Commission, explained that the Commission has compiled a comprehensive energy and resource policy for the Township the general goal of which is to decrease the energy use of the Township by a significant amount in the next five to ten years. Mr. Hamilton described various aspects of the proposed policy, stated that it will cost more initially, but will save money over time and the Environmental Commission is in the process of identifying companies which would conduct the energy audit. Mr. Hamilton suggested that the resolution recognizing merits of the policy be placed on a future Township Committee meeting.
Mayor Vitureira stated that a request was received to extend the senior bus service to include the library.
Mary Martin, Library Director, stated that she discussed with Gary Pratt his difficulties in getting to the library and came up with the idea of having the senior bus do a run to the library.
Gary Pratt, Gillette, stated this would also help others.
Mayor Vitureira suggested extending the service to transporting students from the schools to the library. Mr. Briggs inquired if the bus has sufficient capacity for this and noted safety concerns. Mr. Aroneo inquired if the Township would be obligated to return the children to their homes or the schools. Mayor Vitureira stated that a program would have to be established with the schools and that the program could also be opened to individuals without transportation. Mayor Vitureira further stated that the questions will be considered to determine if the program can be expanded.
Mayor Vitureira stated that the Township has to begin making plans for next year’s NJDOT grant programs and he wants to ensure that the Township applies for grants for handicap ramps as per Mr. Pratt’s request.
Gary Pratt, Gillette, explained that due to the lack of handicap accessible ramps at the Township train stations, he has to obtain a ride to the Lyons or Summit stations in order to utilize this service. Mayor Vitureira stated that the Promotion and Enhancement Committee is looking for ways to improve the train stations and a handicap accessible ramp would be an additional aspect.
Mr. Pratt explained difficulties and safety concerns in regards to the lack of curb cuts and sidewalks. Mayor Vitureira stated that he spoke with the Township Engineer regarding possible grant applications for curb cuts and sidewalks along Valley Road.
Mr. Briggs inquired if grant applications are being forwarded to all Committees. Mayor Vitureira responded in the affirmative. Mr. Aroneo inquired if the Senior Bus is handicap accessible and suggested temporarily transporting handicap individuals to the Lyons train station. Mayor Vitureira concurred. Mr. Aroneo stated that he talked to NJTransit about installing handicap accessible ramps and was told that they would be installed when the entire train station was redone and noted that work was done at the Stirling Train Station and ramps were not installed.
Mayor Vitureira opened the meeting to the public for questions or comments regarding any of the discussion items. There were none.
Mayor Vitureira reopened the hearing on Ordinance #207-07 entitled “An Ordinance Increasing the Dog License Fees and Amending Chapter V of the Township Code Entitled ‘Animal Control’” which was continued from the last meeting. No one wished to be heard.
Mr. Aroneo stated that an email was received from the CFO that funding was not budgeted for animal control and inquired of Mr. Sheola how the ordinance would affect this situation. Mr. Sheola explained that the animal control trust fund is being utilized to fund the animal control functions for 2007, there will sufficient funds for this year, but next year it will either have to be partially funded through the operating budget or through an increase in dog license fees. Mr. Sheola further explained that even with the fee increase, there most likely will be a shortfall in 2009 necessitating a budget appropriation. A discussion ensued regarding whether the entire Township or dog owners should pay for dog control services.
On motion of Mayor Vitureira, seconded by Mr. Briggs, that Ordinance #207-07 be passed on final reading and adopted as published. The vote was as follows:
Mr. Aroneo Nay
Mr. Briggs Aye
Mr. Collins Aye
Ms. Genovese Nay
Mayor Vitureira Aye
Regarding resolution 07-182, Mr. Briggs inquired if CERT/Police involvement would be required due to road closures and safety issues. Acting Chief Hedden stated that he would like the opportunity to discuss the event with its promoters in order to create a safety and traffic plan. Resolution 07-182 was pulled and will be placed on the June 27th meeting.
Regarding resolution 07-184, Mr. Briggs inquired if the administrative cost associated with the grant is worth the small amount of funding which may be acquired. Mr. Sheola explained that the grant is a misnomer, it’s really for reimbursement of tonnage fees and if the tonnage grant application is not filed, the State will “hound” the Township.
Mr. Pidgeon noted that he sent an email with the corrected redacted version of the executive session minutes for resolution 07-183.
Regarding resolution 07-196, Mr. Briggs inquired if the process went out to bid and if the possible need of this equipment by other departments was considered. Mr. Pidgeon explained that one of the exceptions to a public bid is the utilization of a State Contract. A discussion ensued. Ms. Genovese suggested ascertaining the amount of funding available and then approaching the fire departments as to their need. Mr. Briggs suggested preparing one contract for all departments. Mr. Sheola recommended that resolution 07-196 remain on the Consent Agenda due to the lead time required to purchase the equipment and stated that it would be easy to process a separate ordinance for the fire departments.
Mr. Collins inquired regarding resolution 07-178. Mr. Pidgeon stated that the resolution should read the same as the applications.
Regarding resolution 07-177, Mr. Aroneo stated that he will abstain from the reimbursement of a bill for someone with the same last name.
Mayor Vitureira opened the meeting to the public for questions or comments.
Dennis Sandow, Millington, addressed the Governing Body regarding Trust Funds and resolution 07-178. Mr. Sheola explained Dedication by Riders and Mayor Vitureira stated that this process was recommended by the auditor.
On motion of Mr. Collins, seconded by Mayor Vitureira, that resolution 07-178 be amended by removing the Meyersville Inn’s trade name. Mayor Vitureira inquired if there were any objections from the Governing Body. There were none. Mr. Pidgeon explained that resolution 07-178 can just be changed because the Consent Agenda was not introduced yet.
On motion of Mr. Aroneo, seconded by Mr. Briggs, the following Consent Agenda Resolutions, with the exception of 07-182, were introduced and adopted:
RESOLUTION 07-177
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 #07-178
RENEWING LIQUOR LICENSES FOR 2007-2008
BE IT RESOLVED that all applications being in good order and the required $2,448.00 fee having been paid, the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill does hereby grant the following Plenary Retail Consumption Licenses for the year beginning July 1, 2007 and ending June 30, 2008:
Stirling Hotel, Inc. Primavera, Inc.
t/a Stirling Hotel t/a Primavera Regency
227 Main Street 1080 Valley Road
Stirling, NJ 07980 Stirling, New Jersey 07980
License No. 1430-33-001-003 License No. 1430-33-002-006
Barton’s Pub, Inc. Meyersville Inn, Inc.
t/a Barton’s Pub 632 Meyersville Road
37 Plainfield Road Gillette, NJ 07933
Stirling, NJ 07980 License No. 1430-33-007-007
License No. 1430-33-005-007
C.R.I. Long Hill, Inc
t/a Chimney Rock Inn
342 Valley Road
Gillette, NJ 07933
License No. 1430-33-008-005
Frank and Ann Romano
t/a Orphan Annie’s
1255 Valley Road
Stirling, NJ 07980
License No. 1430-33-012-002
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all applicants being in good order and the required $1,008.00 fee having been paid, the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill does hereby grant the following Plenary Retail Distribution Licenses for the year beginning July 1, 2007 and ending June 30, 2008.
The Bottle Depot L.L.C. Ansoni, Inc.
t/a Wine World t/a Gillette Liquors
1001 Valley Road 399 Valley Road
Gillette, NJ 07933 Gillette, NJ 07933
License No. 1430-44-003-0067 License No. 1430-44-014-010
Richard McAdam Inc.
t/a Stirling World of Liquors
1168 Valley Road
Stirling, NJ 07980
License No. 1430-44-015-005
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all applicants being in good order and the required $63.00 fee having been paid, the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill does hereby grant the following Limited Retail Distribution Licenses for the year beginning July 1, 2007 and ending June 30, 2008.
B & C Inc. Millington Food Store Corporation
t/a Meyersville Cafe t/a Millington Food Store
625 Meyersville Road 87 Division Avenue
Gillette, NJ 07933 Millington, NJ 07946
License No. 1430-43-010-006 License No. 1430-43-013-004
Dorsi’s Deli & Pharmacy, Inc.
t/a Dorsi’s Store
184 Central Avenue
Stirling, NJ 07980
License No. 1430-43-006-003
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all applicants being in good order and the required $188.00 fee having been paid, the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill does hereby grant the following Club Licenses for the year beginning July 1, 2007 and ending June 30, 2008.
BPOE Elks No. 2392 Passaic Township Memorial Post 484
t/a Stirling Elks Club t/a American Legion Post 484
1138 Valley Road 234 Union Street
Stirling, NJ 07980 Stirling, NJ 07980
License No. 1430-31-018-001 License No. 1430-31-019-001
RESOLUTION #07-179
RENEWING INACTIVE LIQUOR LICENSE FOR 2007-2008 – TRUHEAVEN, LLC
WHEREAS, Truheaven, LLC, 664 Valley Road, Gillette, New Jersey 07933 has applied to the State of New Jersey, Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control for a Special Ruling to permit renewal of their Inactive License No. 1430-33-011-005; and
WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey, Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control has found that the petitioner/licensee has established good cause in accordance with the statutory requirements to warrant an application for renewal of the license for the 2007–2008 license term; and
WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey, Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control has issued a Special Ruling authorizing the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill to consider the application for renewal for Truheaven, LLC License No. 1430-33-011-005; and
WHEREAS, the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill has found the application to be in good order and the required $244.80 fee having been paid.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill does hereby grant the Plenary Retail Consumption License (Inactive License) No. 1430-33-011-005 for the year beginning July 1, 2007 and ending June 30, 2008 to: Truheaven, LLC, 664 Valley Road, Gillette, New Jersey, 07933.
RESOLUTION 07-180
APPROVING RAFFLE LICENSE # 07-10 – BENEVOLENT & PROTECTIVE ORDER OF THE ELKS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill upon the advice of the Township of Long Hill Police Department, that all documents have been reviewed and are in good order, does hereby authorize the Township Clerk to issue Raffle License Number 07-10 to the Benevolent & Protective Order of the Elks for Pull Tab Instant Raffle Games to be held from August 15, 2007 until August 14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays and from 3:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. Mondays thru Fridays at 1138 Valley Road, Stirling, New Jersey 07980.
RESOLUTION 07-181
AUTHORIZING & MEMORIALIZING LITTLE LEAGUE FIREWORKS – JUNE 9, 2007
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey authorizes and memorialize the Long Hill Little League to conduct their annual fireworks on June 9, 2007 (rain date June 10, 2007).
RESOLUTION 07-182
AUTHORIZING THE MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS BIKE TOUR & USAGE OF MUNICPAL OWNED PROPERTY – SEPTEMBER 14TH & 17TH - 2007
WHEREAS, the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey authorizes the National Multiple Sclerosis Society- MS Bike Tour on September 14 & 17, 2007; and
WHEREAS, the organizers of the race will be utilizing the Millington Train Station and adjacent municipal property as a water/rest stop; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey authorizes the Multiple Sclerosis Bike Tour & usage of Municipal property upon acceptance of insurance certificate by the Township Administrator.
RESOLUTION 07-183
AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES
WHEREAS, a request for public records has occurred in which executive session minutes have been requested; and
WHEREAS, the executive session minutes have been reviewed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill in the County of Morris, State of New Jersey hereby authorizes the release of the executive session minutes from September 1, 2006 to April 25, 2007 as redacted.
RESOLUTION 07-184
AUTHORIZING THE TOWNSHIP TO APPLY FOR GRANT FUNDS TO THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY MUNICIPAL RECYCLING TONNAGE GRANT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act, P.L. 1987, c.102, has established a recycling fund from which tonnage grant may be available to municipalities to encourage local source separation and recycling programs; and
WHEREAS, it is the intent and the spirit of the Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act to use the tonnage grants to develop new municipal recycling programs and to continue to expand existing programs; and
WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has promulgated recycling regulations to implement the Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act; and
WHEREAS, the recycling regulations impose certain requirements as a condition for applying for tonnage grants, including but not limited to, making and keeping accurate, verifiable records of materials collected and claimed by the municipality.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill in the County of Morris, State of New Jersey, wishes to file an application and endorses such application with the State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Solid and Hazardous Waste for 2007 Municipal Recycling Tonnage Grant Funding.
RESOLUTION 07-185
AUTHORIZING RETURN OF DEVELOPER’S ESCROW BALANCE – WANCHISEN
WHEREAS, Luann & Myron Wanchisen, 142 Waverly Avenue, Millington, New Jersey, 07946 submitted application 05-04Z, for Block 12203, Lot 26; and
WHEREAS, the Township Engineer has authorized the return the remaining balance of the Developer’s Escrow; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has authorized that the $100.00 is remaining in the Developer’s Escrow.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill hereby directs the Chief Financial Officer to return the remaining balance of the Developer’s Escrow in the amount of $100.00 to Luann & Myron Wanchisen, 142 Waverly Avenue, Millington, New Jersey 07946.
RESOLUTION 07-186
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 duplicate payment to the following:
BLOCK LOT REFUND TO REFUND
12901 37.01 COOK, JOHN / PALMA $274.00
470 HIGH STREET
STIRLING, NJ 07980
RESOLUTION 07-187
REAPPOINTING TAX ASSESSOR - TROUT
WHEREAS, Brett Trout holds a tax assessor certificate provided for in N.J.S.A 54:1-35.25 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, Brett Trout was appointed Assessor in December 2006 to fill the unexpired term of Ernest DelGuercio which expires on June 30, 2007; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill in the County of Morris, State of New Jersey hereby reappointments Brett Trout as Long Hill Township Assessor for a four-year term expiring June 30, 2011.
RESOLUTION 07-188
APPOINTING 2007 STIRLING LAKE STAFF
BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill upon the advice and recommendation of Donna Mallery, Recreation Director, does hereby appoint the following to the Stirling Lake Staff effective May 25, 2007:
Position Rate of Pay/Hour
Elissa Lavorerio Lake Director $16.00
Erica Stanch Assistant Lake Director $12.00
Stacie Jenas Head Lifeguard $10.00
Lauren Lavorerio Lifeguard $ 9.00
Lauren Kopecki Lifeguard $ 9.00
Kelli Lane Lifeguard $ 8.75
Michael Stanch Lifeguard $ 9.00
Jamie Croucher Lifeguard $ 8.25
Erica Jungles Lifeguard $ 8.25
Chris Arrighi Lifeguard $ 8.25
Melanie Roshto Lifeguard $ 8.75
Greg Ryan Lifeguard $ 8.00
Steven Pateman Lifeguard $ 8.00
Tom Turon Lifeguard $ 8.00
Jeffrey Scoffone Lifeguard $ 8.00
RESOLUTION 07-189
AUTHORIZING THE CANCELLATION OF UNAPPROPRIATED BALANCES
WHEREAS, unappropriated balances exist on the current fund balance sheet for projects which were completed; and
WHEREAS, the Township Auditors recommended in the 2006 audit that the unappropriated balances be cancelled;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following unappropriated balances be cancelled to surplus:
Reserve for Sale of Municipal Assets $ 3,026.00
Reserve for Codification of Ordinances $ 57.60
Due to Garden State Electrical $14,976.00
RESOLUTION 07-190
REQUESTING APPROVAL OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE DIVISION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO ESTABLISH A DEDICATED TRUST BY RIDER FOR TAX SALE PREMIUMS PURSUANT TO NJ 40A:4-39:
WHEREAS, permission is required of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services for approval as a dedication by rider of revenues received by a municipality when the revenue is not subject to reasonable accurate estimates in advance, and
WHEREAS, NJ 40A:4-39, allows municipalities to receive amounts for costs incurred for Tax Sale Premiums, and
WHEREAS, 40A:4-39 provides that the Director of the Division of Local Government Services may approve expenditures of monies by dedication by rider,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey as follows:
1. The Township Committee hereby requests permission of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to pay expenditures for Tax Sale Premiums as per N.J.S.A. 40A:4-39.
2. The Municipal Clerk of the Township of Long Hill is hereby directed to forward two certified copies of this resolution to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services.
RESOLUTION 07-191
REQUESTING APPROVAL OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE DIVISION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO ESTABLISH A DEDICATED TRUST BY RIDER FOR TAX TITLE LIENS PURSUANT TO NJ 40A:4-39:
WHEREAS, permission is required of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services for approval as a dedication by rider of revenues received by a municipality when the revenue is not subject to reasonable accurate estimates in advance, and
WHEREAS, NJ 40A:4-39, allows municipalities to receive amounts for costs incurred for Tax Title Liens, and
WHEREAS, 40A:4-39 provides that the Director of the Division of Local Government Services may approve expenditures of monies by dedication by rider,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey as follows:
3. The Township Committee hereby requests permission of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to pay expenditures for Tax Title Liens as per N.J.S.A. 40A:4-39.
4. The Municipal Clerk of the Township of Long Hill is hereby directed to forward two certified copies of this resolution to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services.
RESOLUTION 07-192
REQUESTING APPROVAL OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE DIVISION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO ESTABLISH A DEDICATED TRUST BY RIDER FOR FILL PERMITS PURSUANT TO NJ 40A:4-39:
WHEREAS, permission is required of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services for approval as a dedication by rider of revenues received by a municipality when the revenue is not subject to reasonable accurate estimates in advance, and
WHEREAS, NJ 40A:4-39, allows municipalities to receive amounts for costs incurred for Fill Permits, and
WHEREAS, 40A:4-39 provides that the Director of the Division of Local Government Services may approve expenditures of monies by dedication by rider,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey as follows:
5. The Township Committee hereby requests permission of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to pay expenditures for Fill Permits as per N.J.S.A. 40A:4-39.
6. The Municipal Clerk of the Township of Long Hill is hereby directed to forward two certified copies of this resolution to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services.
RESOLUTION 07-193
REQUESTING APPROVAL OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE DIVISION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO ESTABLISH A DEDICATED TRUST BY RIDER FOR ROAD OPENINGS PURSUANT TO NJ 40A:4-39:
WHEREAS, permission is required of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services for approval as a dedication by rider of revenues received by a municipality when the revenue is not subject to reasonable accurate estimates in advance, and
WHEREAS, NJ 40A:4-39, allows municipalities to receive amounts for costs incurred for Road Openings, and
WHEREAS, 40A:4-39 provides that the Director of the Division of Local Government Services may approve expenditures of monies by dedication by rider,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey as follows:
7. The Township Committee hereby requests permission of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to pay expenditures for Road Openings as per N.J.S.A. 40A:4-39.
8. The Municipal Clerk of the Township of Long Hill is hereby directed to forward two certified copies of this resolution to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services.
RESOLUTION 07-194
REQUESTING APPROVAL OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE DIVISION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO ESTABLISH A DEDICATED TRUST BY RIDER FOR SHADE TREE PURSUANT TO NJ 40A:4-39:
WHEREAS, permission is required of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services for approval as a dedication by rider of revenues received by a municipality when the revenue is not subject to reasonable accurate estimates in advance, and
WHEREAS, NJ 40A:4-39, allows municipalities to receive amounts for costs incurred for Shade Tree, and
WHEREAS, 40A:4-39 provides that the Director of the Division of Local Government Services may approve expenditures of monies by dedication by rider,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey as follows:
9. The Township Committee hereby requests permission of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to pay expenditures for Shade Tree as per N.J.S.A. 40A:4-39.
10. The Municipal Clerk of the Township of Long Hill is hereby directed to forward two certified copies of this resolution to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services.
RESOLUTION 07-195
REQUESTING APPROVAL OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE DIVISION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES TO ESTABLISH A DEDICATED TRUST BY RIDER FOR BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM PURSUANT TO NJ 40A:4-39:
WHEREAS, permission is required of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services for approval as a dedication by rider of revenues received by a municipality when the revenue is not subject to reasonable accurate estimates in advance, and
WHEREAS, NJ 40A:4-39, allows municipalities to receive amounts for costs incurred for Beautification Program, and
WHEREAS, 40A:4-39 provides that the Director of the Division of Local Government Services may approve expenditures of monies by dedication by rider,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Committee of the Township of Long Hill, County of Morris, State of New Jersey as follows:
11. The Township Committee hereby requests permission of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to pay expenditures for Beautification Program as per N.J.S.A. 40A:4-39.
12. The Municipal Clerk of the Township of Long Hill is hereby directed to forward two certified copies of this resolution to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services.
TOWNSHIP OF LONG HILL
RESOLUTION #07-196
AWARDING CONTRACT TO M&W COMMUNICATIONS, INC FOR THE PURCHASE OF COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT UNDER THE NEW JERSEY STATE CONTRACT
WHEREAS, The Township of Long Hill First Aid Squad needs new communications equipment; to improve the efficiency of its operations and its responsiveness to the public; and
WHEREAS, the appropriate equipment can be purchased through State Contract Number A53EO4; and
WHEREAS, public bidding is not required, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12, when a purchase is made under a State contract; and
WHEREAS, the Township Chief Financial Officer, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.3, has certified that sufficient funds are available to cover the full cost of the contract;
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. The following contract is hereby approved:
Contractor: M&W Communications, Inc.
State Contract Number A53EO4
Amount (including installation) $30,944.90
Description: Communications Equipment as detailed in May 15, 2007 proposal
2. This contract will be properly charged to the following line item appropriation of the Official Township Budget: C-04-55-176-001-A.
3. The Administrator and the Chief Financial Officer are hereby authorized and directed to approve and forward the purchase requisition to M&W Communications, Inc., for the purchase of communications equipment for the First Aid Squad.
RESOLUTION 07-197
APPROVING BLOCK PARTY REQUEST AND CLOSING OF DUNBRIDGE LANE AND COTTAGE PLACE WEST
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 Dunbridge Lane and Cottage Place West to on Saturday, June 23, 2007 from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with a raindate of Sunday, June 24, 2007 from 12:00 noon until 7:00 p.m. as noted in a letter received from Adam Lasser.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Township Committee does hereby approve the request for the closing of Dunbridge Lane and Cottage Place West with the provision that barricades are obtained from the Department of Public Works.
The vote was as follows:
Mr. Aroneo Aye with an abstain for a reimbursement to
someone with the last name of Aroneo
Mr. Briggs Aye
Mr. Collins Aye
Ms. Genovese Aye
Mayor Vitureira Aye
Mayor Vitureira opened the meeting to the public.
A Stirling resident addressed the Governing Body regarding the removal of trees along Main Avenue. Mayor Vitureira explained that the removal of the trees was necessary in order to fulfill aspects of the Stirling Revitalization Project and they will be replaced.
On motion of Mr. Collins, seconded by Mr. Briggs and unanimous voice vote, the meeting reconvened into Executive Session at 9:12 p.m. and adjourned immediately following Executive Session at 10:12 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Anna Imiolek, RMC
Deputy Municipal Clerk
