Category: Stafford Township Meeting Minutes
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Manahawkin, NJ - December 2, 2009
Mayor John McMenamin called the Stafford Township Council Meeting to order with the Salute to the Flag and reading of the Open Public Meeting Statement: TIME: 7:04
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING STATEMENT: “THIS MEETING COMPLIES WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT BY ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION SETTING FORTH MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR 2009. NOTIFICATION AND PUBLICATION OF THIS MEETING WAS GIVEN TO THREE LOCAL NEWSPAPERS, THE TIMES BEACON, THE PRESS, THE ASBURY PARK PRESS AND POSTING OF SAME ON THE MUNICIPAL BULLETIN BOARD”.
ROLL CALL: Corbett, Fessler, Kusznikow, Rutkowski, Sitek, Spodofora, McMenamin, present.
ORDINANCES – SECOND READING AND FINAL DISPOSITION
ORDINANCES 2009-47
ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING CHAPTER 155 OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE, ENTITLED “PEDDLING AND SOLICITING”
Mayor McMenamin opened public comment.
There being no public comment, Mayor McMenamin closed the public comment on Ordinance 2009-47.
Motion to adopt was made by Mr. Spodofora, seconded by Mr. Fessler. RCV: All in favor – aye.
ORDINANCE 2009-48
ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING BOND ORDINANCE NUMBER 2007-76 (WHICH PROVIDES FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF MILL CREEK ROAD WATER MAIN) HERETOFORE FINALLY ADOPTED BY THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, IN THE COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, ON AUGUST 7, 2007, AS AMENDED AND SUPPLEMENTED, TO INCREASE THE APPROPRIATION FOR ITEMS OF EXPENSE LISTED IN AND PERMITTED UNDER N.J.S.A. 40A:2-20 BY $200,000.
Mayor McMenamin opened public comment on Ordinance 2009-48.
There being no public comment, Mayor McMenamin closed the public comment on Ordinance 2009-48.
Motion to adopt was made by Mrs. Sitek, seconded by Mr. Rutkowski. RCV: All in favor – aye.
A copy of this ordinance is annexed hereto and made a part of the minutes.
ORDINANCES – INTRODUCTION & FIRST READING
PLEASE NOTE: THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR PUBLIC COMMENT AND ADOPTION AT THE COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 17, 2009.
ORDINANCE 2009-49
ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 114 OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, ENTITLED “FLOOD HAZARD AREAS”
Motion to adopt on first reading was made by Mr. Spodofora, seconded by Mr. Rutkowski. RCV: All in favor – aye.
A copy of this ordinance is annexed hereto and made a part of the minutes.
CONSENT AGENDA
“CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS ARE CONSIDERED TO BE ROUTINE AND WILL BE ENACTED WITH A SINGLE MOTION. ANY ITEMS REQUIRING EXPENDITURE ARE SUPPORTED BY A “CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS” BY THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER. ANY ITEM REQUIRING DISCUSSION WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA. ALL CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE REFLECTED IN FULL IN THE MINUTES”
At this portion of the meeting, Councilman Spodofora requested that a resolution for executive session be inserted. Motion to add a resolution authorizing an executive session was made by Mr. Spodofora, seconded by Mr. Fessler. RCV: All in attendance – aye.
RESOLUTION 2009-298
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, APPOINTING THE FIRM OF CGP&H AS ADMINISTRATOR OF STAFFORD TOWNSHIP’S ACCESSORY APARTMENT PROGRAMS AND AS ADMINISTRATIVE AGENT FOR PERRY’S LAKE DEVELOPMENT, PINE CREST VILLAGE, STAFFORD PARK APARTMENTS, STAFFORD MEWS AND ANY OTHER AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, THEREFORE TERMINATING THE CONTRACT WITH REHABCO, INC.
Motion to carry Resolution 2009-298 to the November 17, 2009 meeting was made by Mr. Spodofora, seconded by Mr. Fessler. RCV: All in favor – aye.
RESOLUTION 2009-302
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF OCEAN FOR THE USE OF THE RECYCLING CENTER AND A REVENUE SHARING AGREEMENT FOR THE YEAR 2010
RESOLUTION 2009-303
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF APPROPRIATIONS ACCORDING TO 40A:4-58
RESOLUTION 2009-304
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2009 BUDGET TO ALLOW FOR THE INSERTION OF A SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE AND APPROPRIATION PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40A:4-87 (Ocean County Recycling Revenue Sharing Program in the amount of $9440.78)
RESOLUTION 2009-305
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2009 BUDGET TO ALLOW FOR THE INSERTION OF A SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE AND APPROPRIATION PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40A:4-87 (State of New Jersey, Department of Law and Public Safety Cops in Shops Summer Shore Initiative 2009 in the amount of $2000.00)
RESOLUTION 2009-306
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2009 BUDGET TO ALLOW FOR THE INSERTION OF A SPECIAL ITEM OF REVENUE AND APPROPRIATION PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40A:4-87 (State of New Jersey, Department of Law and Public Safety Over the Limit Under Arrest Grant in the amount of $6000.00)
RESOLUTION 2009-307
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF DIESEL FUEL TO PEDRONI FUEL COMPANY
RESOLUTION 2009-308
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT OF PURCHASE AND SALE OF PROPERTY KNOWN AS BLOCK 43, LOT 3 AND BLOCK 42, LOT 2 AND AUTHORIZING SUCH FURTHER ACTION AS MAY BE NECESSARY TO OBTAIN TITLE
RESOLUTION 2009-309
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING A VETERAN’S DISABILITY TAX EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A.54-4-3.30 ON BLOCK 242.01, LOT 7
RESOLUTION 2009-310
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING A REFUND OF TAXES PAID ON PROPERTY WHERE AN EXEMPTION CLAIM HAS BEEN ALLOWED PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A.54:4-3.32 TO COUGHLAN, MICHAEL IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,375.01 FOR A PORTION OF 2009
RESOLUTION 2009-311
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING THE REJECTION OF ALL BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF A MOBILE TACTICAL COMPUTER SYSTEM AND MOBILE DIGITAL VIDEO SYSTEMS FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND AUTHORIZING RE-BID
WATER/SEWER UTILITY DEPARTMENT ACTIONS
RESOLUTION W/S 2009-106
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROJECT CLOSEOUT DOCUMENTS FOR THE BEACHVIEW AREA WATER AND SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, AUTHORIZING A RELEASE OF THE RETAIN AGE, AND AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF THE MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE
RESOLUTION W/S 2009-107
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROJECT CLOSEOUT DOCUMENTS FOR THE WELL NO. 11 PROJECT, AUTHORIZING A RELEASE OF THE RETAINAGE, AND AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF THE MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE
RESOLUTION W/S 2009-108
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD WATER & SEWER UTILITY DEPARTMENT, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING AN ADJUSTMENT OF A WATER AND SEWER UTILITY ACCOUNT
RESOLUTION W/S 2009-109
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING THE WATER AND SEWER UTILITY COLLECTOR TO CANCEL ERRONEOUS CHARGES
APPLICATIONS FOR APPROVAL
BLUE LIGHT APPLICATION – Jennifer Leonardis, Jessica Kroliczak, Christine Cathcart, and Joseph Fedock – letter of recommendation from First Lieutenant Thomas Norman.
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION – Glenn R. Fessler, Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Co. #1 – letter of recommendation from Fire Chief Dean Cleland.
MOTION TO ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA OF NOVEMBER 2, 2009 WAS MADE BY Mr. Spodofora, seconded by Mr. Rutkowski. RCV: All in favor – aye.
VOUCHER RESOLUTION
Motion to adopt was made by Ms. Sitek, seconded by Mr. Rutkowski. RCV: All in favor – aye.
A copy of this resolution is annexed hereto and made a part of the minutes.
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
8/18/2009 – McMenamin absent
Motion to approve was made by Ms. Sitek, seconded by Mr. Fessler. RCV: All in favor – aye.
McMenamin abstained.
10/6/2009- all present
Motion to approve was made by Mr. Rutkowski, seconded by Mrs. Corbett. RCV: All in favor – aye.
10/6/2009- Executive Session – all present
Motion to approve was made by Mr. Rutkowski, seconded by Mr. Fessler. RCV: All in favor – aye.
10/20/2009-all present
Motion to approve was made by Mr. Rutkowski, seconded by Ms. Sitek. RCV: All in favor – aye.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
John Spodofora
Attended meeting at the Warren Grove Bombing Range. There was a briefing on the new safety factors. The meeting was very intensive and would like to invite Wing Commander to a future meeting.
There will be a 2009 Veteran’s Day Ceremony on Sunday, November 8th at 1:30 PM at the Municipal Complex Veteran’s Plaza in the rear of Town Hall. Mr. Spodofora urged all to attend.
Mr. Spodofora reported that he has been working on a Fertilizer Ordinance for the past 2 years. He is hoping that this ordinance will set standards for other towns to follow. The township attorney has prepared the ordinance to protect the environment and to educate the public. He is asking the government body to please review since this is a comprehensive ordinance and to please give any input.
Joanne Sitek
Attended the Fall Festival. It was a great family day and the Recreation Department did a great job and Stafford has a great Recreation Department.
ADMINISTRATOR’S COMMENTS
Recent survey report provided by the NJ Department of Agriculture indicates that the gypsy moth egg count is low enough that they do not anticipate any spraying in the spring.
The Ocean Acres firehouse roof project is complete. The task was accomplished by Public Works Staff and saved the town money in doing the project in-house.
Well 11 : Contract complete and is closed out.
Water & Sewer Marybell/Beachview closed out.
Implement some changes that should dramatically influence employee absenteeism and workers compensation claims.
Preliminary drainage study is complete and some specific recommendations are forthcoming.
The Parkway water crossing has not been approved, however, in order to guarantee eligibility for NJEIT funding we need to submit a letter of interest and planning document.
Discussions continue with Silvi Mining regarding the site plan they have before the zoning board. There have been several environmental concerns raised by this application and what the town does not agree with is their position that they have a grandfathered mining operation.
Mr. Moran concluded his report stating that he has met with representatives of Stafford Square over the last 2 weeks regarding the water/sewer surcharge and their water issues. The discussion centered on clarification of the over 200,000 gal users and under 200,000 gal users at Stafford Square and the possibility of separate bills for each store in the Square. Both issues have been resolved.
MAYOR’S COMMENTS
Mayor McMenamin stated that negotiations with the Teamsters and the AFSCME unions are progressing well and expect that we will have both contracts completed prior to the end of the year.
Renovation work on the baseball fields including some extensive sod work as well as infield replenishment and regarding is underway and should be complete within the next two weeks. All work is being performed by our Public Works staff.
The concession stand for Roller Hockey is in the process of being complete. The building is fully functional and Mr. Raylmann is in the process of working with purchasing in order to acquire the equipment. The budget for new equipment for Roller Hockey is identical to that which was allocated for all leagues when adjusted for inflation.
Mill Creek paving project is well ahead of schedule. Side streets all milled and paved and Mill Creek will be paved starting on Monday, November 2nd. The engineer’s office is addressing problems immediately as they arise.
At this time, Paul Kittner of CME Associates, gave a brief summary of the preliminary Drainage Evaluation of the Neptune and Forecastle Basins and Association Stormwater Collection Systems. Mr. Kittner began by stating that the Township of Stafford has been experiencing frequent flooding of the Township’s stormwater drainage system along Neptune Drive. Leeward Drive, Gaff Road, Breakers Drive, and Forecastle Avenue and the area between New Jersey State Route 72. Said flooding has had an adverse impact on the surrounding properties and the Township’s roadways. At the request of the Township Council and as authorized by the Township Administrator, this Preliminary Drainage Analysis has been prepared to identify some of the more prevalent stormwater drainage system’s deficiencies and the short term recommendations to help reduce the aforementioned flooding for certain storm events.
Some of the areas Mr. Kittner explained was the description of the storm drainage systems; stormwater drainage analysis; problems observed; and recommendations.
Mr. Moran thanked Mr. Kittner for his presentation and time to educate the governing body and the public about this drainage system.
Mr. Fessler asked Mr. Starkey about the lawsuit that Chief Conroy had filed against the township and what was the status? Mr. Starkey replied that Judge Grasso denied the injunction and it will be addressed at another conference in November.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor McMenamin opened public comment.
Paul Krier, 257 Stormy Rd., had questions on Ordinance 2009-49, can you explain further? Mr. Moran responded that this Ordinance is defining terms for the purposes of floodplain management standards. Mr. Krier also asked about #11 on the agenda regarding purchasing property. Mayor McMenamin responded the previous administration had entered in to the contract and it has fulfilled the commitment.
Joan Williams, 200 Timberlake Rd., made a correction on the start of the Veteran’s Ceremony from 2:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Mrs. Williams also commented on the amount of the voucher resolution. Could the amount be inserted for everyone’s future reference? Township Clerk responded yes. She also asked if the Township eliminated the elaborate Halloween decorations. Mr. Moran replied no. She also urged everyone to get out and vote.
There being no further comment from the public, Mayor McMenamin closed the public comment portion of the meeting.
RESOLUTION 2009-312
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING THE CONVENING OF AN EXECUTIVE SESSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT – PERSONNEL ACTIONS
Motion to adopt Resolution 2009-312 was made by Mr. Spodofora, seconded by Mr. Fessler. RCV: All in favor – aye.
Resolution 2009-312 is attached hereto and made a part of the minutes.
Motion to adjourn the November 2, 2009 was made by Mr. Spodofora, seconded by Mr. Fessler. RCV: All in favor – aye.
TIME: 8:00 PM
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,
DONNA L. GINGRAS, RMC/CMC
Deputy Municipal Clerk for
BERNADETTE M. PARK, RMC/CMC
Municipal Clerk
JOHN MCMENAMIN
Mayor