HARVEY CEDARS, NJ August 3, 2007
The regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Borough of Harvey Cedars, NJ was called to order by Mayor Oldham at 4:32pm 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, July 17, 2007, was made by
Commissioner Gerkens, seconded by Commissioner 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.
(2007 Road Project – William Street & West Salem Ave.)
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 Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
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.
(Supplement Activity Committee fees)
Motion to open public discussion: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
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, Garofalo, Gerkens
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.
(Amend height, lot coverage, floor area ratio, etc.)
Motion to open public discussion: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
There were no public comments.
Motion to close public discussion: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Adoption of this ordinance, as well as another open public discussion, is scheduled for the next regular meeting August 21st.
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.
(Supplement Marine Commercial use)
Motion to open public discussion: Commissioner Gerkens
Second: Commissioner Garofalo
Steve Sepanek, 6332 Long Beach Blvd., read the attached statement regarding his input on this ordinance. He feels the ordinance should revert back to the ordinance that was tabled on June 19, 2007, which added all Limited Commercial uses to be included in the Marine Commercial district. The Board discussed his concerns, but the Board felt the marine district area would be negatively impacted by adding food and pharmacy usage. A property owner has the option of applying to the Zoning Board for a use variance along with site plan approval.
Motion to close public discussion: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Adoption of this ordinance, as well as another open public discussion, is scheduled for the next regular meeting August 21st.
The Mayor read the following resolution by title only and asked for a motion to adopt.
CHAPTER 159 ITEM OF REVENUE INSERTION IN THE SUM OF $2,500.00 –
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FOR HANDICAP ACCESS PARKING SPACE
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.
A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Motion to approve the bills for payment was made by Commissioner Garofalo, seconded by Commissioner Gerkens.
A motion to approve the request to use the ballfield in Sunset Park for an anniversary party to Ellen Hill on Saturday, August 4, 2007 from 6pm to 10pm with the police recommendations was made by Commissioner Garofalo, seconded by Commissioner Gerkens.
The Mayor closed the meeting with condolences to the Gerkens family on the passing of John Gerkens. The Mayor said Harvey Cedars lost a true friend; John did a lot for zoning and the Borough, and will be missed by all.
Motion to adjourn: Commissioner Garofalo
Second: Commissioner Gerkens
Meeting adjourned at 5:07pm.