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January 3, 2006
7:30 P.M.
Reorganization Meeting of the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown,
15 Main Street, Englishtown, New Jersey 07726.
1. Meeting Called to Order
2. Oath of Office
Jayne Carr, Council 2-Year Term (Unexpired)
Cindy Robilotti, Council 3-Year Term
Steven Simon, Council 3-Year Term
3. Roll Call
4. Statement of Compliance with Sunshine Law
5. Moment of Silence and Salute to the Flag.
6. Open Public Portion/Limited to Agenda Items Only Limited
to Five (5) Minutes per citizen to be determined at Borough Council's discretion. Any and all situations regarding Borough personnel, when names are implied or mentioned, are to be brought to the full attention of the Council through an appointment and
subsequent disclosure through the Personnel Committee.
7. Reorganization Resolutions:
A. Nominations for Council President
B. Mayor's Appointments
Council Committee Appointments
Unified Planning/Zoning Board
Class II, Official Richard Hogan 1 Year Term, Exp. 12/31/06
Class IV, Public Joyce Stipple 4 Year Term, Exp. 12/31/09
Class IV, Public Colleen McNulty 4 Year Term, Exp. 12/31/09
Class IV, Public Ron Medeiros 4 Year Term, Exp. 12/31/09
Alternate No. 1 Janet Leonardis 2 Year Term, Exp. 12/31/07
Alternate No. 2 Kathleen Heath 2 Year Term, Exp. 12/31/07
8. CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under Item Number 8 are considered to be routine by the Borough Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately.
Resolution 2006-001 Municipal Appointments
Resolution 2006-002 Appointment of Recreation Committee
Resolution 2006-003 Appointment of Recycling Coordinator
Resolution 2006-004 Appointment of Borough Engineer – Thomas Herits
Resolution 2006-005 Appointment of Borough Attorney – John Bennett
Resolution 2006-006 Appointment of Bond Counsel – Dilworth Paxson
Resolution 2006-007 Appointment of Prosecutor – Richard Kelly
Resolution 2006-008 Appointment of Englishtown Development Committee
Resolution 2006-009 Appointment of Cross-Acceptance Representative
Thomas Herits, and Alternate, Julie Martin
Resolution 2006-010 Appointment of CD Citizens Representative, J. Martin and T. Herits
Resolution 2006-011 Appointment of Borough Auditor – Eugene Farrell
Resolution 2006-012 Appointment of Local Compliance Officer and
Affirmative Action – J. Martin
Resolution 2006-013 Appointment of Historical Committee – H. Strong
OATHS OF OFFICE John O. Bennett, III, Borough Attorney
Resolution 2006-014 Designating Meeting Dates
Resolution 2006-015 Designating Official Newspapers
Resolution 2006-016 Fire Official Fines Funds
Resolution 2006-017 Sanitary Landfill Trust Fund
Resolution 2006-018 Elevator Inspection Fund
Resolution 2006-019 Builders Contribution Trust Fund
Resolution 2006-020 Inspection Fees Trust Fund
Resolution 2006-021 Performance Bond Trust Fund
Resolution 2006-022 Review Escrow Trust Fund
Resolution 2006-023 Landfill Escrow Trust Fund
Resolution 2006-024 Englishtown Special Events Fund
Resolution 2006-025 Establishing Council Salaries
Resolution 2006-026 Committee Assignments
Resolution 2006-027 Designating Depositories
Resolution 2006-028 Prompt Payment of Taxes and Interest Rates
Resolution 2006-029 Authorizing Filing of Recycling Tonnage Grant
Resolution 2006-030 Authorizing Interlocal Agreement to Provide Animal Control Services
Resolution 2006-031 Appointment of Class III Member/UPZB
Resolution 2006-032 Granting Authority To Borough CFO to Prepay
Selective Bills
Resolution 2006-033 2006 Temporary Operating Budget
Resolution 2006-034 Debt Service Budget
Resolution 2006-035 Authorizing Payment of Borough Bills
9. Public Portion
Limited to Five (5) Minutes per citizen to be determined at Borough Council’s discretion. Any and all situations regarding Borough Personnel, when names are implied or mentioned, are to be brought to the full attention of the Council through an appointment and subsequent disclosure through the Personnel Committee.
10. Adjournment
Mayor Reynolds called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.
Mayor Reynolds administered the Oath to Council Members Steven Simon, Jayne Carr and Cindy Robilotti.
Roll Call: Present: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Absent: C/Soden, C/Palmieri
Also present were Julie Martin, Municipal Clerk, Lynn Tillman, Deputy Municipal Clerk, Laurie Finger, Borough Administrator and John O. Bennett, Borough Attorney.
Mayor Reynolds stated pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10 4-6 notification of this meeting has been (1) Published in the Asbury Park Press and Home News and the News Transcript the Official Newspapers of the Borough, (2) Posted to the Public at Borough Hall, (3) Copy has been filed with the Municipal Clerk, (4) Copy of this agenda and the Sunshine Statement has been filed with the Mayor and Council. Thus this meeting tonight is deemed in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act.
There was a moment of silence and salute to the flag.
C/Palmieri arrives at 7:33 P.M.
Mayor Reynolds opened the floor the public limited to agenda items.
There being no questions or comments from the public, a motion to close the public portion was offered by C/Rucker and seconded by C/Simon. Passed unanimously.
Mayor Reynolds requested nominations for Council President at which time Harry Soden was nominated by C/Rucker and seconded by C/Carr. There were no further nominations. A motion to appoint Harry Soden as Council President was passed on the following roll call:
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nayes: None
Absent: C/Soden
Abstain: None
Public Utilities - Anna Palmieri, Chairperson, Steven Simon, Co-Chair
Public Health, Welfare & Public Events - Cindy Robilotti, Chairperson, Rudy Rucker, Co-Chair
Administration, Finance & Personnel - Harry Soden, Chairperson, Anna Palmieri, Co-Chair
Legislative, Insurance & Licenses - Jayne Carr, Chairperson, Harry Soden, Co-Chair
Public Buildings & Grounds - Rudy Rucker, Chairperson, Cindy Robilotti, Co-Chair
Mayor Reynolds advised the following appointments for the Unified Planning and Zoning Board:
Class II, Official Richard Hogan 1 Year Term, Exp. 12/31/06
Class IV, Public Joyce Stipple 4 Year Term, Exp. 12/31/09
Class IV, Public Colleen McNulty 4 Year Term, Exp. 12/31/09
Class IV, Public Ron Medeiros 4 Year Term, Exp. 12/31/09
Alternate No.1 Janet Leonardis 2 Year Term, Exp. 12/31/07
Alternate No.2 Kathleen Heath 2 Year Term, Exp. 12/31/07
Offered By: C/Rucker
Seconded By: C/Simon
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri
Nayes: C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Absent: C/Soden
Abstain: None
A motion was made by C/Carr and seconded by C/Robilotti for Resolution No. 2006-005 to be taken off the Consent Agenda to be further discussed.
Resolution 2006-001 through Resolution 2006-013, excluding Resolution No. 2006-005, was done under Consent Agenda.
Resolution No. 2006-001
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown that the following appointments are hereby confirmed for the year 2006:
Official Assessment Search Officer Julie Martin
ADA Coordinator Julie Martin
Business Administrator Laurie Finger
Deputy Municipal Clerk Lynn Tillman
Court Administrator Patricia Wojnas
Deputy Court Administrator Rhoda Overgard
Deputy Court Administrator/Part Time Mary Kennedy
Water/Sewer Clerk Regina Frangipane
Clerk Typist/Administration Christine Robbins
Planning Board Secretary Heather Dettra
Assistant Comptroller Janet Halasz
Water/Sewer Superintendent James Mastrokalos
Borough Physician Dr. Kenneth Faistl
Public Defender Leonard Fellen
Public Works Manager Richard Guffanti
Full-Time Public Works Employee Kurt Knapp
Robert Rosche-Ebbe
Wayne Krawiec
Clean Communities Representative Julie Martin
Official Office Volunteer Catherine Williams
Director of Code Enforcement Richard Hogan
Fire Sub Code Official
Building Sub-Code Inspector John Marini
Housing Inspector
Assistant Housing Inspector Heather Dettra
Plumbing Inspector Eugene Ferry
Electrical Inspector Victor Timpanaro
Fire Official/Inspector Edward M. Miller III
Code Enforcement Officer
Asst. Fire Inspector Ralph Kirkland
Asst. Code Enforcement Officer
Zoning Officer
Be It Further Resolved that said appointments shall be in accordance with any existing laws or policies regulating said office.
Be It Further Resolved that the salary for each employee shall be at the rate as set forth by the salary Ordinance as adopted by the Governing Body.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-002
Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown find a need for the borough to have a Recreation Committee; and
Whereas, the following residents have volunteered to be on that committee:
Liz Canario
Patricia Kirkland
Ann-Marie Lutz
Christine Robbins
Cindy Robilotti
Chanin Robilotti
Leona Sperling
Lynn Strong
Now, Therefore Be It Resolved‚ by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown that the above volunteers are hereby appointed to the Borough of Englishtown Recreation Committee for the year 2006.
Be It Further Resolved, that a certified true copy of this Resolution be forwarded to each volunteer.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-003
Whereas, there is a need for the position of Recycling Coordinator in the Borough of Englishtown; and
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Governing Body of the Borough of Englishtown as follows:
1. That Richard Guffanti is hereby appointed as Recycling Coordinator of the Borough of Englishtown shall be effective this date through December 31, 2006.
2. That certified copy of this Resolution shall be provided by the Borough Clerk to the following: Chief Financial Officer, Richard Guffanti, and the Monmouth County Office of Recycling.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Absent: C/Soden
Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown is knowledgeable that there is a need for the appointment of an Engineer to perform Engineering Services as may be required by Council; and
Whereas, The Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A. 40:11-1-Et Seq) requires that the Resolution authorizing the appointment of an Engineer, for "Professional Service" without competitive bids must be publicly advertised;
Whereas, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown as follows:
1. Thomas Herits, P.E., P.P., P.L.S. firm of Maser Consulting be appointed as the Borough Engineer for the Borough of Englishtown for a term of one year terminating December 31, 2006, subject to contract approval.
2. The said party appointed above during the term of their appointment shall provide such Engineering Services as may be required by the Borough Council under and pursuant to law and shall submit vouchers for payment in a timely manner as well as project outlines, cost estimates and any other relevant material prior to submitting a work proposal to Borough Council.
3. The Borough Clerk shall cause notice of the passage of this Resolution of Appointment to be published in the official newspapers of the Borough of Englishtown in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-006
Whereas, The Council of The Borough of Englishtown is knowledgeable that there is a need for the appointment of a Bond Counsel to advise the council of legal matter; and
Whereas, the Local Public Contract (N.J.S.A. 40:11-1-et Seq.) requires that the Resolution authorizing the appointment of a Bond Counsel for "Professional Services" without competitive bids must be publicly advertised;
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Council of the Borough of Englishtown as follows:
1. Dilworth Paxson LLP be appointed as the Borough Bond Counsel for the term of one year terminating December 31, 2006, subject to contract approval.
2. The said party appointed above during the term of their appointment shall provide such legal services as may be approved by the Borough Council under and pursuant to law.
3. The Borough Clerk shall cause notice of the passage of this Resolution of Appointment to be published in the official newspapers of the Borough of Englishtown in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-007
Whereas, the Council of the Borough of Englishtown is knowledgeable that there is a need for the appointment of a Prosecutor for the Municipal Court; and
Whereas, the Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A. 40:11-1-et seq.) requires that the Resolution authorizing the appointment of a Prosecutor for "Professional Services" without competitive bids must be publicly advertised:
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Governing Body of the Borough of Englishtown as follows:
1. Richard Kelly is appointed Prosecutor for the Municipal Court of the Borough Of Englishtown for a term of one (1) year terminating December 31, 2006, subject to contract approval.
2. The said party be appointed above during the term of their appointment shall provide such legal services as may be required by the Borough Council under and pursuant to law.
3. That notice of this appointment Resolution, certified to be true copy by the Clerk shall be published in an official newspaper of the Borough as required by law, within ten (10) days of the adoption, and forwarded to the appointee and the Borough's Chief Financial Officer.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-008
Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown find a need for the Borough to have a Development Committee; and
Whereas, the following have volunteered to be on that committee:
Jayne Carr
Colleen McNulty
Anna Palmieri
Cindy Robilotti
Joyce Stipple
Now, Therefore Be It Resolved‚ by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown that the above are hereby appointed to the Borough of Englishtown Development Committee for the year 2006.
Be It Further Resolved, that a certified true copy of this Resolution be forwarded to each member of the committee.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-009
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the following named person is hereby appointed as Cross Acceptance representative for The Borough of Englishtown
Representative- Thomas Herits
Be It Further Resolved that said person shall serve in the capacities indicated effective immediately and terminating December 31, 2006; and
Be It Further Resolved that Thomas Herits and Julie Martin shall serve without benefit or remuneration.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-010
Whereas, it is necessary to appoint a Citizen's Representative Group for continued participation in the Community Development Grant Program for fiscal year 2006 funding.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Governing Body of the Borough of Englishtown that the following named person be and is hereby appointed to the Monmouth County Community Development Grant Program for the year 2006:
CD-Representative: Julie Martin
Co-Representative: Thomas Herits
Be It Further Resolved that a certified copy of this Resolution be sent to the above named, the Borough Engineer and The Monmouth County Community Development Office.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Absent: C/Soden
Whereas, the Council of the Borough of Englishtown is knowledgeable that there is a need for the appointment of an Auditor to advise the Council of financial matters; and
Whereas, The Local Public Contract Law (N.J.S.A. 40:11-1-Et Seq.) requires that the Resolution authorizing the appointment of an Auditor, for "Professional Service" without competitive bids must be publicly advertised;
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Council of the Borough of Englishtown as follows:
1. Eugene Farrell, firm of Hutchins, Farrell, Meyer & Allison be appointed as Borough Auditor for the Borough Of Englishtown for a term of one year terminating December 31, 2006, subject to contract approval.
2. The said party be appointed above during the term of their appointment shall provide such financial services as may be approved by the Borough Council under and pursuant to law. That said appointment is subject to contract approval.
3. The Borough Clerk shall cause notice of the passage of this Resolution of Appointment to be published in the official newspapers of the Borough of Englishtown in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-012
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Governing Body of the Borough of Englishtown that Julie Martin is hereby appointed as Local Compliance Officer and Affirmative Action Officer for the Borough of Englishtown for the year 2006; and
Be It Further Resolved that a copy of this Resolution be sent to the Affirmative Action Office of the State of New Jersey.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-013
Now, Therefore Be It Resolved‚ by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown that the following are hereby appointed to the Englishtown Borough Historical Committee for the year 2006:
Be It Further Resolved, that a certified true copy of this Resolution be forwarded to Lynn Strong.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Absent: C/Soden
Section Two:
Be It Resolved by the Council of the Borough of Englishtown that the following meetings will be held in the Englishtown Municipal Building, 15 Main Street, Englishtown, New Jersey for the year 2006:
January 11, 25 July 12, 26
February 8, 22 August 9, 23
March 8, 22 September 13, 27
April 12, 26 October 11, 25
May 10, 24 November 8, 20
June 14, 28 December 18
Be It Further Resolved that the above meetings will be called to order at 7:30 P.M.
That a copy of this Resolution will be posted by the Clerk on the public bulletin board in the Municipal office and maintained there throughout the year; and
That a copy of this Resolution be kept on file for the public's inspection with the Borough Clerk; and
That a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Newspapers designated by the Governing Body as the newspapers to receive said notices.
Offered By: C/Palmieri
Seconded By: C/Simon
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-015
Be It Resolved By the Council of the Borough of Englishtown that the Asbury Park Press and the Home News official newspapers of the Borough of Englishtown for the year 2006.
Be It Further Resolved that the News Transcript also be notified of any Borough meetings or events in an attempt to inform our residents of Borough activities, though the title of the official newspaper will not apply to this weekly publication.
Offered By: C/Palmieri
Seconded By: C/Simon
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Borough of Englishtown
Resolution No. 2006-016
Fire Official Fines Fund
Whereas, the Borough of Englishtown Fire Official collects fines based on fire code violations; and
Whereas, the Fire Official is empowered to collect fines for the Fire Official and the Fire District.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that such fees received by the Municipality be placed in a specific trust fund and the appropriate amount be applied to firefighter training and/or new firefighting equipment and such trust fund shall be considered a "Dedication by Rider" to be the budget of the local unit per N.J.S.A. 40A:4-39 for the sole purpose stated above.
Offered By: C/Palmieri
Seconded By: C/Simon
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-017
Sanitary Landfill Trust Fund
Whereas, the Borough of Englishtown maintains a sanitary landfill trust fund.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that such fees received by the Municipality be place in a specific trust fund and such trust fund shall be considered a "Dedication by Rider" to be the budget of the local unit per N.J.S. 40A:4-39 for the sole purpose stated above.
Offered By: C/Palmieri
Seconded By: C/Simon
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-018
Elevator Inspection Fund
Whereas, fees may be collected for conducting elevator inspections within the Borough of Englishtown.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that such fees received by the Municipality be place in a specific trust fund and such trust fund shall be considered a "Dedication by Rider" to be the budget of the local unit per N.J.S. 40A:4-39 for the sole purpose stated above.
Offered By: C/Palmieri
Seconded By: C/Simon
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-019
Whereas, the Department of Community Affairs, State of New Jersey has promulgated regulations for the Builders Contribution.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that Builders Contribution received by the Municipality be placed in a specific Trust Fund and such Trust Fund shall be considered a "Dedication by Rider" to the budget of the Local Unit Per N.J.S.A. 40a: 4-39 for the sole purpose stated above.
Offered By: C/Palmieri
Seconded By: C/Simon
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-020
Whereas, the Department of Community Affairs, State of New Jersey has promulgated regulations for the inspection fees.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that such fees received by the Municipality be placed in an Inspection Trust Fund and such Trust Fund shall be considered a "Dedication By Rider" to the budget of the Local Unit Per N.J.S.A 40a: 4-39 for the sole purpose stated above.
Offered By: C/Palmieri
Seconded By: C/Simon
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-021
Whereas, the Department of Community Affairs, State of New Jersey has promulgated regulations for the Escrow Deposit of the Performance Bonds.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that such fees received by the Municipality be placed in a Performance Bond Trust Fund and such Trust shall be considered a “Dedication By Rider” to the budget of the Local Unit per N.J.S.A 40a: 4-39 for the sole purpose stated above.
Offered By: C/Palmieri
Seconded By: C/Simon
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-022
Whereas, the Department of Community Affairs, State of New Jersey has promulgated regulations for the Review Escrow Fees.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that such fees received by the Municipality be placed in a Review Escrow Trust Fund and such Trust Fund shall be considered a "Dedication By Rider" to the budget of the Local Unit Per N.J.S.A. 40a: 4-39 for the sole purpose stated above.
Offered By: C/Palmieri
Seconded By: C/Simon
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-023
Whereas, the Borough Of Englishtown received Landfill Escrow deposit; and
Whereas, the deposit will have to be returned to the depositor at future time when necessary.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that such Escrow deposit received by the Municipality be placed in a Landfill Escrow Trust Fund and such Trust Fund shall be considered a "Dedication By Rider" to the budget of the Local Unit Per N.J.S.A. 40a: 4-39 for the sole purpose stated above.
Offered By: C/Palmieri
Seconded By: C/Simon
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-024
Whereas, the Borough of Englishtown received Englishtown Special Events Fund deposit; and
Whereas, the deposit will have to be returned to the depositor at future time when necessary.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that such Escrow deposit received by the Municipality be placed in a Englishtown Special Events Fund and such Trust Fund shall be considered a "Dedication By Rider" to the budget of the Local Unit Per N.J.S.A. 40a: 4-39 for the sole purpose stated above.
Offered By: C/Palmieri
Seconded By: C/Simon
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
C/Carr states, I had a discussion with you, Mayor Reynolds on Saturday regarding this. Our conversation ended with you saying you were going to poll the council to see if they wanted to have this discussion to put an RFP out for the attorney and do a temporary appointment for Mr. Bennett. I make a motion that we put an RFP out and look to see what else comes in and decide how to continue.
Mayor Reynolds asks for a second for the motion. C/Robilotti seconds the motion.
Mayor Reynolds states this motion is to go out for an RFP for an attorney. Mr. Bennett will be appointed for 30 days until we have someone in place through the RFP.
Offered By: C/Carr
Seconded By: C/Robilotti
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nayes: C/Simon
Absent: C/Soden
Abstain: None
Individual Roll Call:
Resolution No. 2006-025
Whereas, The Mayor And Council wishes to maintain a high level of attendance by members of the Governing Body at Council meetings; and
Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown has been assigned certain responsibilities upon their swearing into office; and
Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown receive certain compensation, for fulfilling their obligations.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Mayor And Council of the Borough of Englishtown that any member of the Governing Body that misses four (4) meetings semi-annually without being excused by the majority of council shall have twenty-five percent (25%) of their semi-annual salary withheld; and
Be It Further Resolved that in the event that any such member misses two (2) additional meetings semi-annually without being excused by the majority of council they shall have an additional fifty percent (50%) of their salary withheld.
Be It Further Resolved as provided for under the Municipal Vacancy Law, that any member of the Governing Body failing to attend and participate in any meeting of the body for a period of eight (8) consecutive weeks, without being excused from attendance by a majority of the member body, shall subject him/her to vacancy.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Robilotti
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Robilotti
Nays: C/Carr
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-026
Whereas, the business and affairs of the Borough of Englishtown may properly be classified and divided into six groups:
1. Administration, Finance and Personnel Committee
2. Public Safety Committee
3. Public Buildings and Grounds Committee
4. Public Utilities Committee
5. Legislative, Insurance and Licenses Committee
6. Public Health, Welfare and Public Events Committee
Be it further resolved, that the standing committees are appointed to expedite and facilitate the work of Council, but only within statutory limits as the entire Council is held responsible for any or all of its acts performed within the scope of authority.
Be it further resolved, that the administration, finance and personnel committee shall have primary responsibility for the following described activities and matters:
1. The examination, review, and approval of all vouchers prior to their
submission to the Council for authority to pay same.
2. The administration, practices, procedures, and records as established
by Council of the following:
a. The administrator/clerk and his/her office
b. The treasurer and his/her clerk
c. The tax collector and his/her office
d. The water and sewer clerk and his/her office
e. The court administrator and his/her office
3. The coordination of departmental budgets, the preparation of budgetary figures relative to the activities above-mentioned. The final preparation, explanation, and continuing supervision of the entire municipal budget.
4. The maintenance, review, and revision of the Borough cost system and
balance of appropriations.
5. Primary responsibility for the recruitment and recommendation of personnel for position within the Borough Municipal Government and review of Borough personnel policy manual as needed.
6. The review of maintenance, inventory, and security procedures for equipment for equipment and records of the Borough Offices.
7. It shall also serve as the liaison between the Council and the Municipal Auditor, and with any other body or organization on fiscal matters.
Be it further resolved the administration, practices, procedures, and records as established by Council of the following:
1. Supervision and direction of police department.
2. Highway and street traffic and all parking matters.
3. Investigation and inspection of persons and premises prior to granting licenses, as directed by Council.
4. Inform proper committee chairperson of all hazardous, unsafe and unhealthy conditions in the Borough.
5. The review of maintenance, inventory, and security procedures.
6. Shall coordinate emergency management plan for the Borough.
7. Shall act as liaison to the fire and first aid units serving the Borough of
Englishtown.
8. It shall also serve as liaison between Council and other forms of law and public safety organizations.
Be it further resolved, the administration, practices, procedures, and records as established by Council of the following:
1. Maintenance and use of all municipal owned building and equipment used to maintain same.
2. Control inventory of all Borough equipment and supplies relevant to maintenance of Borough property.
3. Maintenance of Borough fire alarm system (with recommendation of public safety committee).
4. Park maintenance.
5. Maintenance and cleaning of public grounds, roads, streets, curbs, and gutters of snow and litter, and cutting of grass and weeds and litter removal.
6. Erection of signs and street painting as designated by Council.
7. Maintenance, cleaning and improvements of off street parking areas.
8. Street and road construction and improvements.
9. Proper maintenance, inventory, and security of department equipment.
10. Primary supervision of Borough maintenance personnel.
11. It shall also serve as the liaison between the Council and State and County highway department, except in traffic matters which are under the jurisdiction of public safety committee.
Be It Further Resolved, that there shall be assigned to the public utilities and services committee the following described activities:
1. The administration, practices, procedures, and records established by
Council of the following: a. Water Department
b. Sewer Department
c. Garbage, refuse, and recycling activities
2. It shall also serve as the liaison between Council and the various utility organizations operating within the Borough, such as; electric, telephone, transportation, natural gas and cable TV.
Be It Further Resolved, that there shall be assigned to the legislative, insurance and licenses committee the following described activities:
1. The examination, review and investigation of any and all legislation effecting the Borough and to make recommendations to Council and act as a liaison between Council and the State Legislature, County Freeholders, and the Federal Government.
2. The examination, review and approval of all licenses prior to submission to Council.
3. The review, revision, and all other matters pertaining to any insurance coverage of the Borough.
Be It Further Resolved, that there shall be assigned to the public health, welfare and public events committee the following described activities:
1. The administration, practices, procedures and records as established by Council of the following:
a. Code enforcement officer in matters related to health
b. Animal control activities
2. It shall also serve as liaison between the Council and the Board of Health and other organizations or agencies concerned with public health and/or welfare.
3. Responsible for scheduling and organization of public events, recreation and public park usage.
Be It Further Resolved, that the entire membership of this Borough Council shall be constituted as an auditing committee and audit all vouchers for payment of money and that all vouchers much be submitted to the chairperson of the Committee for which the said voucher has been rendered for his/her approval or disapproval before coming to full Council for payment.
Be It Further Resolved, that all purchase orders in the amount of $50.00 or more be signed by the appropriate Chairperson, prior to processing.
Be It Further Resolved, the committees shall meet when requested by the Chairperson, Mayor, or at request of Council, and that all members thereof shall participate actively in the committee deliberations, performance of duties and the formulation of its recommendation to Council.
Be It Further Resolved, the Chairperson of each standing committee shall prepare a report for the Mayor and Council at the first meeting of each month on principal activities and achievements of his/her committee.
Offered By: C/Rucker
Seconded By: C/Palmieri
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Whereas, under the New Jersey statutes, the Governing Body shall by Resolution designate the depository or depositories wherein all public monies and other funds of the Municipality shall be kept; and
Whereas, all public officials charged with the custody of such funds shall thereafter deposit such funds only in the depository or depositories approved by the State of New Jersey under the Governmental Unit Deposit Protection Act (GUDPA); and
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown, County of Monmouth, State of New Jersey, that any and all New Jersey banks that have Governmental Unit Deposit Protection Act approval are hereby approved and
designated as depositories for all Borough funds, including State of New Jersey Cash Management Fund.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Robilotti
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-028
Prompt Payment of Taxes And Interest Rates
Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown deem it desirable to encourage prompt payment of all taxes and assessments, in order to permit sound fiscal planning; and
Whereas, Real Estate Taxes are payable on February 1st, May 1st, August 1st and November 1st of each year, and other statements assessing said charges; and
Whereas, N.J.S.A. 54:67 provides for the fixing rates of interest on delinquent taxes; and
Whereas, N.J.S.A. 54:67 has been amended to allow for additional penalty of six percent (6%) to be collected against a delinquency in excess of ten thousand dollars ($10,000) on properties that fail to pay the delinquency prior to the end of the calendar year.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that all taxes and assessments are and shall be due on the date stated and, if not paid by said date same shall become delinquent.
Be It Further Resolved, that the rate of interest to be charged for non-payment of taxes or assessments on or before the date when the same would be come delinquent is eight percent (8%) per annum provided, however, no interest shall be charged if payment is made within ten (10) days after the date upon which the same became payable, and the interest for non-payment of taxes in excess of $1,500.00 shall be eighteen percent (18%); and, if a delinquency is in excess of ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00) and remains in arrears beyond December 31st of the tax year an additional penalty of six percent (6%) shall be charged against the delinquency.
Be It Further Resolved, that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Collector of Taxes of the Borough of Englishtown.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-029
Whereas, the Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act, P.L. 1987, C.102, has established a recycling fund from which tonnage grants may be made to Municipalities in order to encourage local source separation and recycling programs;
Whereas‚ it is the intent and spirit of the Mandatory Source Separation And Recycling Act to use the tonnage grants to develop new Municipal recycling programs and to continue and expand existing programs; and
Whereas, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is promulgating recycling regulations to implement the Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act; and
Whereas, the recycling regulations impose on Municipalities 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; and
Whereas, such a Resolution should designate Richard Guffanti the individual authorized to ensure that the application is properly completed and timely filed.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Governing Body of the Borough of Englishtown that Englishtown hereby endorses the submission of a Municipal recycling tonnage grant application to the New Jersey Department Of Environmental Protection, Office Of Recycling and designates Richard Guffanti, Recycling Coordinator, to ensure that the said application is properly filed.
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Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Carr
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Borough of Englishtown
Resolution No. 2006-030
Resolution Authorizing An Interlocal Agreement
With The Various Municipalities to
Provide Animal Control Services
Whereas, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown is knowledgeable that there is a need for an Animal Control Officer to perform Animal Control services as may be required by Council; and
Whereas, the Township Committee of the Township of Upper Freehold is willing to provide certain animal control services to several municipalities who do not employ an Animal Control Officer; and
Whereas, such agreements are authorized pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:8A-1 et seq.; and
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown that:
1. The Mayor and Municipal Clerk are authorized to execute an agreement entitled “Agreement Between the Township of Upper Freehold and the Borough of Englishtown for Animal Control Services for the Calendar Year January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006”.
2. The Agreement shall take effect upon it’s execution by the parties
in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40:8A-1 et seq., and the adoption of
this resolution.
Be It Further Resolved that a certified copy of this resolution be forwarded to Borough of Englishtown Chief Financial Officer and the Municipal Clerk of Upper Freehold Township.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Robilotti
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Appointment Of Class III Member Of The
Borough of Englishtown Unified Planning/Zoning Board
Whereas, N.J.S.A. 40: 55d-23 allows the Governing Body to appoint one of its members to the Unified Planning/Zoning Board; and
Whereas, the Borough of Englishtown Unified Planning/Zoning Board has a vacancy in the Class III seat; and
Whereas, it is the wishes of the Governing Body to fill said vacancy; and
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown, County of Monmouth, State of New Jersey that Councilperson Rudolph Rucker be appointed a Class III member of the Borough Of Englishtown Unified Planning/Zoning Board for a term of one (1) year ending December 31, 2006.
Be It Further Resolved, that a certified copy of this Resolution be given to the Borough of Englishtown Unified Planning/Zoning Board Secretary and Councilperson Rudolph Rucker.
Offered By: C/Rucker
Seconded By: C/Palmieri
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr
Nays: C/Robilotti
Abstain: C/Rucker
Absent: C/Soden
RESOLUTION GRANTING AUTHORITY TO
BOROUGH CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
TO PREPAY SELECTIVE BILLS
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown, County of Monmouth, State of New Jersey, that the Chief Financial Officer be and is hereby authorized to pay the following required bills prior to the approval of the bill list:
Payroll
Insurance Premiums
County Taxes
School Taxes
Utilities
Petty Cash Reimbursement
Postage
Release of Monies Approved by Resolution
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Borough Chief Financial Officer.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Robilotti
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Borough of Englishtown
2006 Temporary Operating Budget
Whereas, Section 40A:4-19 of the revised Statutes of the State of New Jersey provides that where any contract, commitment or payments are to be made prior to the final adoption of the 2006 Municipal Budget, temporary appropriations should be made for the purpose and amounts required in the manner and time therein provided; and
Whereas, the date of this Resolution is within the first thirty days of January 2006; and
Whereas, the total appropriations in the 2005 Municipal Budget, exclusive of any appropriations made for interest and debt redemption charges, Capital Improvement Fund, Public Assistance, is $2,495,622.00; and
Whereas, 26.25% of the total appropriations in the 2005 Municipal Budget, exclusive of any appropriations made for interest and debt redemption charges, Capital Improvement Fund, Public Assistance, in said 2005 Municipal Budget is $655,100.76.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the attached appropriations be made and that a certified copy of this Resolution be transmitted to the Chief Financial Officer for her records.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Robilotti
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Whereas, Section 40A: 4-19 of the revised Statutes of the State of New Jersey provides authority for appropriating in a temporary Resolution the permanent Debt Service requirements for the coming fiscal year providing that such Resolution is not made earlier than December 20 of the year preceding the beginning of the fiscal year; and
Whereas, the date of this Resolution is subsequent to December 19, 2005; and
Whereas, principal and interest will be due on various dates from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006, inclusive, on sundry funds and notes issued and outstanding.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the attached appropriations be made to cover the period from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006 inclusive and that a certified copy of this Resolution be transmitted to the Chief Financial Officer for her records.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Robilotti
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Resolution No. 2006-035
Resolution of the Borough of Englishtown,
County of Monmouth, State of New Jersey
Authorizing the Payment of Borough Bills
Whereas, the Mayor and Council have carefully examined all vouchers presented to the Borough for the payment of claims; and
Whereas, after due consideration of the said vouchers, the Mayor and Council have approved payment of same.
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Englishtown, County of Monmouth, as follows:
1. The said approved vouchers amounting to the sum of $38,359.83 be and
the same are hereby authorized to be paid on January 3, 2006.
2. The Borough Clerk be and is hereby directed to list on the page in the
Minutes Book following the minutes of this meeting all of the said vouchers hereby authorized to be paid.
Offered By: C/Simon
Seconded By: C/Robilotti
Roll Call: Ayes: C/Rucker, C/Simon, C/Palmieri, C/Carr, C/Robilotti
Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: C/Soden
Public Portion
Mayor Reynolds opened the floor to the public regarding anything they wish to bring to the attention of the governing body.
There being no questions or comments, a motion to close the public portion was offered by C/Carr and seconded by C/Simon. Passed unanimously.
Adjournment
There being no further business a motion to adjourn was offered by C/Rucker and seconded by C/Palmieri. Passed unanimously.
The time being 7:50 P.M.
__March 8, 2006 __________ ________________________
Approved by Governing Body Clerk