HARVEY CEDARS, NJ March 2, 2007
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 were present. Board Attorney John Cerefice was absent.
The Mayor asked all to rise for the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Mayor acknowledged and announced that Ocean County Freeholder Gerry Little was in attendance.
Motion to approve the minutes of the previous meeting, February 2, 2007, 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.
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, Gerkens, Garofalo
The Mayor read the following ordinance by title and number and asked for a motion to introduce.
(Increase beach badge rates)
A copy of the full ordinance as introduced is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Commissioner Garofalo stated that last year’s beach badge revenues were down by approximately $10,000 and the increase in fees will meet the budgetary requirements.
Motion to adopt: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Vote: Ayes – Oldham, Garofalo, Gerkens
The Mayor read the following resolution by title only and asked for a motion to adopt.
AUTHORIZATION TO REFUND TAX OVERPAYMENTS MADE IN ERROR
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.
AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL CONSTRUCTION CODE SERVICE AGREEMENT
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 resolutions 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 February 20, 2007 bill list was made by Commissioner Gerkens, seconded by Commissioner Garofalo.
A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Motion to approve the March 2, 2007 bill list was made by Commissioner Garofalo, seconded by Commissioner Gerkens.
The Police Chief thanked the Board for their support and gave a brief speech about the changes in the Police Department. He then presented the following awards as each officer came forward to accept:
Officer Steven Frazee Certificate of Merit – 911 Medical Emergency
Certificate of Merit – Special Olympics Torch Run
Officer Sean Marti Certificate of Merit – 911 Medical Emergency
Detective Charles Sahlberg Certificate of Merit – CERT Exercise
Officer Robert Burnaford Certificate of Merit – Special Olympics Torch Run
Certificate of Merit – Motor Vehicle Stop / Drug Arrest
Certificate of Merit – CERT Exercise
Meritorious Award – Surf City Ocean Save
Chief Falkowski announced the creation of a new award entitled Officer of the Year. It will be awarded at the Chief’s discretion to an outstanding officer. The first award was presented to Sergeant Thomas Preiser. A plaque was given to the Sergeant and a larger plaque was presented with the inscription of “In recognition of the officer who has demonstrated a level of dedication, commitment and service, above that of all others, for the overall good of the Harvey Cedars Police Department” along with the officer’s engraved picture. There is room for 12 officers on the plaque and it will be hung in the entrance foyer of the Borough Hall.
The Chief invited all to stay for refreshments and a tour of the police station.
Motion to adjourn: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Meeting adjourned at 4:55pm.