HARVEY CEDARS, NJ September 1, 2006
The regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Borough of Harvey Cedars, NJ was called to order by Mayor Oldham at 4:30pm who stated to the best of his knowledge all requirements of the State Sunshine Law had been met. Commissioners Gerkens and Garofalo and Board Attorney John Cerefice were present.
The Mayor asked all to rise for the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motion to approve the minutes of the previous meeting, August 15, 2006, was made by
Commissioner Gerkens, seconded by Commissioner Garofalo.
The Mayor read the following ordinance by title and number and asked for a motion to introduce.
ORDINANCE #2006-14 FIRST READING
(Installation of water meters for new construction/renovations)
A copy of the full ordinance as introduced is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Commissioner Gerkens stated that the State is mandating meters for new construction and major renovations, but water meters will be required for everybody in a couple of years. A house currently under construction will not be required to install a meter, only those after the ordinance takes effect.
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Vote: Ayes – Oldham, Gerkens, Garofalo
ORDINANCE #2006-15 FIRST READING
A copy of the full ordinance as introduced is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Vote: Ayes – Oldham, Garofalo, Gerkens
ORDINANCE #2006-16 FIRST READING
(Amend Activity Committee fees)
A copy of the full ordinance as introduced is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Vote: Ayes – Oldham, Gerkens, Garofalo
The Mayor read the following resolution by title only and asked for a motion to adopt.
UTILITY CAPITAL BUDGET AMENDMENT
A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Vote: Ayes – Oldham, Garofalo, Gerkens
ORDINANCE #2006-17 FIRST READING
(Repair & paint water tower – interior & exterior)
A copy of the full ordinance as introduced is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Commissioner Gerkens stated that bids were received for the exterior painting of the water tower and were higher than anticipated. This bond ordinance increases the amount for painting the exterior as well as additional money to paint the interior of the tower. The project will take place next spring, and the Borough will be getting water from Barnegat Light during the project. The cellular antenna companies pay for any additional costs that occur due to the antennas.
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Vote: Ayes – Oldham, Gerkens, Garofalo
The Mayor read the following ordinance by title and number and stated that proof of publication is on hand and the ordinance has been posted.
Motion to open public discussion: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
There were no public comments.
Motion to close public discussion: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Vote: Ayes – Oldham, Gerkens, Garofalo
A copy of the full ordinance as adopted is filed in the ordinance book.
The Mayor read the following ordinance by title and number and stated that proof of publication is on hand and the ordinance has been posted.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF HARVEY CEDARS AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 9 OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF HARVEY CEDARS SO AS TO ESTABLISH A NEW SECTION 9-10 ENTITLED “STORMWATER CONTROL”
Motion to open public discussion: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
There were no public comments.
Motion to close public discussion: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Vote: Ayes – Oldham, Garofalo, Gerkens
A copy of the full ordinance as adopted is filed in the ordinance book.
The Mayor read the following resolution by title only and asked for a motion to adopt.
CONTRACT AWARD TO A. E. STONE FOR THE 2006 ROAD RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $140,836.00
(West Essex Avenue)
A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Commissioner Gerkens stated that NJ DOT reimburses this project, and that Essex Ave. will be raised where needed (for drainage).
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Vote: Ayes – Oldham, Garofalo, Gerkens
The Mayor read the following resolution by title only and asked for a motion to adopt.
REJECTING ALL BIDS FOR THE REPAIRS AND PAINTING OF THE WATER TOWER
A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Vote: Ayes – Oldham, Gerkens, Garofalo
The Mayor read the following resolution by title only and asked for a motion to adopt.
A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
The Mayor read the following resolution by title only and asked for a motion to adopt.
RESOLUTION OF THE BOROUGH OF HARVEY CEDARS OPPOSING A STATEWIDE EQUALIZED SCHOOL TAX
A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
The Mayor stated that if there were a statewide equalized school tax, our portion would go up approximately four times. The League of Municipalities is also fighting this.
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
The Mayor read the following resolution by title only and asked for a motion to adopt.
AUTHORIZING THE ACTIVITY COMMITTEE TO CONDUCT “END OF SEASON” SALES
A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
The Mayor read the following resolution by title only and asked for a motion to adopt.
AUTHORIZE FIREWORKS DISPLAY TO BE RESCHEDULED
A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Commissioner Gerkens stated that the fireworks display has been rescheduled for Chowderfest weekend, September 30th.
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
The Mayor read the following resolution in full.
RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE HARVEY CEDARS SHELLFISH COMPANY ON ITS 30TH ANNIVERSARY
An original signed resolution was presented to Michael Garofalo and a copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
The Mayor read the following resolution by title only and asked for a motion to adopt.
A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Motion to approve the bills for payment was made by Commissioner Gerkens, seconded by Commissioner Garofalo.
A motion was made by Commissioner Gerkens, seconded by Commissioner Garofalo, to approve the request to use Sunset Park to the Brothers NJ All Star Lacrosse, LLC for a lacrosse camp to be held on the following dates from 9am to 1pm:
· August 6, 2007 to August 9, 2007
· August 13, 2007 to August 16, 2007
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR –
Tony Cannizzo, 45 Cedars Ave., asked how much the meters would cost. Commissioner Gerkens said for new construction it will be paid for at the time of construction. The Borough will hire a contractor to install the meters when the whole town is ready to be done and each property will be assessed as to what is needed. Some properties have meter pits, some don’t. Although a cost is not yet known, Stafford Township charges approximately $2,600 for new city water connections.
Mr. Cannizzo asked if the Borough receives revenue from the cell phone companies. Commissioner Garofalo said roughly $130,000 from all (five) cell companies, which is approximately 1 cent on the tax rate.
Motion to adjourn: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Meeting adjourned at 4:47pm.
Daina Dale, Municipal Clerk
Judith Gerkens, Commissioner
Michael Garofalo, Commissioner