HARVEY CEDARS, NJ March 4, 2005
The regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Borough of Harvey Cedars, NJ was called to order by Mayor Oldham at 2:00pm who stated to the best of his knowledge all requirements of the State Sunshine Law had been met. The Beach Haven Times, Asbury Park Press and Atlantic City Press were notified on March 2, 2005 of the rescheduled meeting time (from 4:30pm to 2:00pm). In addition, copies of notices were posted in the Municipal Building and regular meeting attendants were notified. Commissioners Gerkens and Garofalo and Board Attorney John Cerefice were present.
Motion to approve the minutes of the previous meeting, February 15, 2005, was made by
Commissioner Garofalo, seconded by Commissioner Gerkens.
ORDINANCE #2005-07 FIRST READING
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF HARVEY CEDARS, 1975, ENTITLED “ADMINISTRATION”
(repeal police copy fees, holidays, personnel policies)
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
ORDINANCE #2005-08 FIRST READING
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF HARVEY CEDARS, 1975, ENTITLED “ZONING”
(fences abutting commercial properties)
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
ORDINANCE #2005-09 FIRST READING
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 5 OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF HARVEY CEDARS, 1975, ENTITLED “ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL”
(Increase fees 20%)
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
(2004 Road Project – W. Cumberland & Cape May)
Proof of publication is on hand and the ordinance has been posted.
Motion to open public discussion: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Motion to close public discussion: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
(2005 Road Project – Bay Terrace)
Proof of publication is on hand and the ordinance has been posted.
Motion to open public discussion: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Motion to close public discussion: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 4 OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF HARVEY CEDARS, 1975, ENTITLED “GENERAL LICENSING”
(increase vendor fee to $100 and increase beach badge rates)
Proof of publication is on hand and the ordinance has been posted.
Motion to open public discussion: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Motion to close public discussion: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14 OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF HARVEY CEDARS, 1975, ENTITLED “LAND USE PROCEDURES”
(Relocate board of adjustment fees to this chapter)
Proof of publication is on hand and the ordinance has been posted.
Motion to open public discussion: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Motion to close public discussion: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 6 OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF HARVEY CEDARS, 1975, ENTITLED “LICENSING OF DOGS”
(Increase municipal fee for dogs)
Proof of publication is on hand and the ordinance has been posted.
Motion to open public discussion: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Motion to close public discussion: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Vote: Ayes – Unanimous
RESOLUTION #2005-024:
URGING CONGRESS TO SUPPORT THE FEDERAL FUNDING FOR LONG BEACH ISLAND’S SHORE PROTECTION PROJECT
A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Motion to approve the bills for payment: Commissioner Garofalo
Motion to approve request to use Sunset Park to Lisa Klein and the Southern Ocean County Hospital for a fund-raising concert and dessert reception on Sunday, August 14, 2005:
Motion: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONERS:
Commissioner Gerkens –
· We are discussing the water rates for 2005 to increase revenue. We want to do the increase in a fair way.
Mayor Oldham –
· The Island Mayors had a teleconference today regarding the school tax study. There are 6 other municipalities/districts performing a study. Our district has the greatest discrepancy in the state (regarding the percentage of students vs. the tax amount). If we have the greatest discrepancy, we should be doing a study. The taxpayers want the study.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR –
The following issues were presented by Meg Romano, 8603 Sandpiper Lane, and discussed with the Board:
· The dumpster ordinance should be enforced. There are many construction dumpsters around town that are not being covered causing debris to be blown or picked by seagulls. The Mayor will speak with the police and code enforcement officer.
· A sound ordinance should be created to address the issue of pool pumps and air conditioning compressors. After a brief discussion, the Mayor requested a copy of Long Beach Township’s ordinance from John Cerefice.
· Pedestrian crossings should be placed on the boulevard at certain locations in town – Commissioner Gerkens said crossings are not permitted on 4-lane highways. Mayor Oldham mentioned that there will be improvements made to the 80th Street area.
· Trash cans are needed at street ends year round. Commissioner Gerkens will speak with the Superintendent.
· There should be some Borough meetings scheduled in the evening (7pm or 8pm). Mayor Oldham said we will seek public opinion on that in the Highlights.
Motion to adjourn: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Meeting adjourned at 2:40pm.
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Jonathan Oldham, Mayor
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Judith Gerkens, Commissioner
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Michael Garofalo, Commissioner