Monroe Council Minutes | 2/5/2018

THE FOLLOWING IS A PRELIMINARY AGENDA AND THERE MAY BE CHANGES MADE TO THE AGENDA BEFORE OR AT THE MEETING, AS PROVIDED BY LAW.

REGULAR MEETING OF THE MONROE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL | FEBRUARY 5, 2018

AGENDA

Call to Order.(7:00 p.m.)

Salute to the Flag.

ROLL CALL:

Councilman Leonard Baskin

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen

Councilman Charles Dipierro

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider

Council President Stephen Dalina

Council President Dalina to request the following SUNSHINE LAWbe read into the record:

In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, it is hereby announced and shall be entered into the Minutes of this meeting that adequate notice has been provided by the following:

Posted on the Bulletin Boards within the Municipal Building on January 2, 2018 and remains posted at that location for public inspection;

Printed in the HOME NEWS TRIBUNE and CRANBURY PRESS on January 5, 2018;

Posted on the Monroe Township website; and

Sent to those individuals who have requested personal notice.

In accordance with Chapter 3, Section 17 of the Monroe Township Code, Public Comment shall be limited to five (5) minutes unless further time is granted by the Council President.

Administer Oath of Office - 6Police Officers

Officer Taylor Deickman #125
Officer Matthew Mangarella #126
Officer Patrick McCann #127
Officer Sean Meagher #128
Officer Douglas Perrone #129
Officer Marc Tyson II #130

MOTIONto approve the payment of CLAIMSper run date 01/24/2018.

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

MOTIONto approve the MINUTESof the following Meeting as written and presented

December 27, 2017 Special and Agenda Meeting

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

MOTIONto approve the MINUTESof the following Meeting as written and presented

January 3, 2018 Re-Organization Meeting
January 8, 2018 Regular Meeting

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

ORDINANCE(S)forINTRODUCTION:

O-2-2018-001 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A CABLE TELEVISION ADVISORY COMMITTEE.

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

O-2-2018-002 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING INCOME LIMITS, RESALE PRICES AND RENT LEVELS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING.

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

O-2-2018-003 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3 OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE, COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX, ENTITLED “ADMINISTRATION OF GOVERNMENT”, SPECIFICALLY SECTION 50 ENTITLED “DIVISION OF POLICE”.

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

O-2-2018-004 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 122 OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE, COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX, ENTITLED “VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC”, SPECIFICALLY SECTION 44.1 ENTITLED “SCHEDULE XVA: SPEED LIMITS”. (Spotswood-Englishtown Rd., and Englishtown Rd.)

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

O-2-2018-005 ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF A DEED OF DEDICATION OF RIGHT OF WAY ON BLOCK 13, LOT 5.03 AND ACCEPTANCE OF A DEED OF CONSERVATION EASEMENT ON BLOCK 13, LOT 5.02.

(Shri Ram Chandra Mission – Wycoff/Halsey Reed Road)

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

O-2-2018-006 ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF A DEED OF ROADWAY DEDICATION ON BLOCK 20 LOTS 25.02 AND 25.03 (NEW LOTS 25.04, 25.05 AND 25.06).

(Gregory Jolley – Federal Road)

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

REAPPOINTMENT OF ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEMBERS:

Vincent LaFata Regular Member 4 yr. term 1/1/18 – 12/31/21

Dhaval Patel Regular Member 4 yr. term 1/1/18 – 12/31/21

Jennifer Hluchy Alternate 2 2 yr. term 1/1/18 – 12/31/19

Louis Masters Alternate 3 2 yr. term 1/1/18 – 12/31/19

R-2-2018-054 RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE MONROE TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT.

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

REAPPOINTMENT OF SOUTH CENTRAL MIDDLESEX COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL COMMISSION MEMBER:

Wayne Horbatt First Alternate 1 yr. term 1/1/18 – 12/31/18

R-2-2018-055 RESOLUTION APPOINTING FIRST ALTERNATE

REPRESENTATIVE TO THE SOUTH CENTRAL MIDDLESEX COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL COMMISSION.

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

RESOLUTIONS for CONSIDERATION:

R-2-2018-061 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF BID TO FIRST CHOICE VENDING FOR VENDING MACHINES WITHIN THE MONROE TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS.

(2-year contract – commission based)

R-2-2018-063 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF TAX OVERPAYMENTS.

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

RESOLUTIONSfor CONSIDERATION under the CONSENT AGENDA:

R-2-2018-056 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) KUBOTA EXCAVATOR USING THE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMMISSION ON NEW JERSEY (ESCNJ) COOPERATIVE PURCHASING PROGRAM FOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (M.T.U.D.) ($99,178.75)

R-2-2018-057 RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ASCERTAINMENT PHASE IN CONNECTION WITH RENEWAL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE’S CABLE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH COMCAST.

R-2-2018-058 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REDUCTION OF PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE POSTED FOR MONROE PROPERTY INVESTMENTS LLC. / A-OK AUTO BA-5051-11. (806 Route 33)

R-2-2018-059 RESOLUTION GRANTING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING BOARD.

R-2-2018-060 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF MUNICIPAL RECYCLING TONNAGE GRANT APPLICATION FOR YEAR 2017.

R-2-2018-062 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF THIRD PARTY TAX LIEN PREMIUM PAYMENTS.

R-2-2018-064 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ASSIGNMENT OF TOWNSHIP TAX LIEN NO. 16-00098 (BLOCK 103, LOT 45) TO LUCILLE DIPASQUALE.

R-2-2018-065 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ASSIGNMENT OF TOWNSHIP TAX LIEN NO. 17-00026 (BLOCK 41, LOT 20) TO LUCILLE DIPASQUALE.

R-2-2018-066 RESOLUTION PROVIDING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE OPEN SPACE AND FARMLAND PRESERVATION COMMISSION.

R-2-2018-067 RESOLUTION PROVIDING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE PUBLIC OFFICERS BOARD.

R-2-2018-068 RESOLUTION GRANTING THE QUALIFIED PURCHASING AGENT AUTHORITY TO APPROVE PURCHASES MADE THROUGH STATE CONTRACT OR COOPERATIVE PURCHASING WHICH FALL UNDER THE BID THRESHOLD.

R-2-2018-069 RESOLUTION PROVIDING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE MUNICIPAL PROSECUTORS.

R-2-2018-070 RESOLUTION APPOINTING ALAN WEINBERG AS QUALIFIED PURCHASING AGENT AND SETTING THE BID THRESHOLD.

R-2-2018-071 RESOLUTION PROVIDING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION.

R-2-2018-072 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH TOWNSHIP ENGINEER MARK RASIMOWICZ. ($27,000)

R-2-2018-073 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF A PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE UPON THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE POSTED FOR JSM AT MONROE, LLC. TEMPORARY STOCKPILE (PB-1167-15). (Mounts Mills Road)

R-2-2018-074 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF A PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE UPON THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE POSTED FOR PRIMROSE ACRES EAST (PB-820-02). (Hannah Court)

R-2-2018-075 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REDUCTION OF PERFORMANCE GUARANTEES POSTED FOR MONROE PROPERTY INVESTMENTS LLC./A-OK AUTO (BA-5047-11).

(816 Route 33)

R-2-2018-076 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REDUCTION OF PERFORMANCE GUARANTEES POSTED FOR FOUR SEASONS AT MONROE – NORTH VILLAGE (PB-1089-10).

(Prospect Plains Road)

R-2-2018-077 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF (5) VEHICLES AND ACCESSORIESFOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT.($204,521.79)

R-2-2018-078 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN EMERGENCY INTERCONNECTION AGREEMENT BETWEEN NEW JERSEY AMERICAN WATER COMPANY AND THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE.

R-2-2018-079 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF ADDITIONAL FEES TO JEROME CONVERY ESQ., RELATED TO THE REPRESENTATION OF THE TOWNSHIP IN CONNECTION WITH A DECLARATORY JUDGEMENT ACTION REGARDING THE TOWNSHIP’S COAH COMPLIANCE. ($916.89)

R-2-2018-080 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EMERGENCY 2018 TEMPORARY BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS.

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

Mayor’s Report.

Administrator’s Report.

Engineer’s Report.

Council’s Reports.

Public.(5 Minutes per Speaker)

Adjournment.Time:

MOTION:

SECOND:

ROLL CALL:Ayes Nays

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING – MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2018 – AGENDA MEETING

TOWNSHIP OF MONROE

COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES

REGULAR MEETING – FEBRUARY 5, 2018

The Council of the Township of Monroe met in the Municipal Building, 1 Municipal Plaza, for an Regular Meeting.

The Regular Meeting was Called to Order at 7:00 p.m. by Council President Stephen Dalina with a Salute to the Flag.

Council President Dalina requested a moment of silence in memory of former Councilman Hank Miller who recently passed away.

UPON ROLL CALLby the Township Clerk, Patricia Reid, the following members of Council were present: Councilman Baskin, Councilman Charles Dipierro, Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider and Council President Stephen Dalina.

ALSO PRESENT: Mayor Gerald W. Tamburro, Business Administrator Alan M. Weinberg, Township Attorney Joel Shain, Engineer Mark Rasimowicz and Deputy Township Clerk Tanya Pannucci.

ABSENT: Councilwoman Miriam Cohen.

There were approximately one hundred (100) members of the Public present in the audience.

Council President Dalina requested the Township Clerk to read the following SUNSHINE LAWinto the record:

In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, it is hereby announced and shall be entered into the Minutes of this meeting that adequate has been provided by the following:

Posted on the Bulletin Boards within the Municipal Building on January 2, 2018 and remains posted at that location for public inspection;

Printed in the HOME NEWS TRIBUNE and CRANBURY PRESS on January 5, 2018;

Posted on the Monroe Township website; and

Sent to those individuals who have requested personal notice.

In accordance with Chapter 3, Section 17 of the Monroe Township Code, Public Comment shall

be limited to five (5) minutes unless further time is granted by the Council President.

Chief Lloyd introduced the new officers to be sworn in and stated that they all have excelled in their written, physical and background tests. All have attended and completed the Police Academy from July 2017 through December 2017.

Township Clerk Patricia Reid administered the Oath of Office to Officer Taylor Deickman #125, Officer Matthew Mangarella #126, Officer Patrick McCann #127, Officer Sean Meagher #128, Officer Douglas Perrone #129 and Officer Marc Tyson II #130.

Mayor Tamburro welcomed all of the officers to the Township and extended his congratulations to all.

Councilman Dipierro extended his congratulations and welcomed all of the new officers. He stated that he is proud to be a lifetime resident of Monroe Township and serve as councilman.

Council Vice-President Schneider commented that she had spent fifteen years working for the Department of Corrections and is honored to have the new officers safe guarding the Township. She welcomed them all and reminded them to stay safe.

Councilman Baskin extended congratulations to all of the new officers and stated he is very impressed with the diversity and skill set of them all.

Council President Dalina welcomed all of the new officers and complimented the high standard of skill set they all embody. He thanked their family and friends as well and advised them to take care of each other. Lastly, he wished them all good luck in their new found positions.

A five minute recess was taken for pictures. The meeting reconvened at 7:33pm.

UPON MOTIONmade by Council Vice-President Schneider and seconded by Councilman Dipierro, the CLAIMSper run date of 01/24/2018 were approved for payment as presented, with the exception of the Township Attorney litigation claims on page two in which Councilman Dipierro abstained from.

ROLL CALL:Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Aye

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

UPON MOTIONmade by Council Vice-President Schneider and seconded by Councilman Baskin, the MINUTESof the December 27, 2017 Special & Agenda Meeting were approved as written and presented.

ROLL CALL:Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Abstain

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

UPON MOTIONmade by Councilman Baskin and seconded by Council Vice-President Schneider, the MINUTESof the January 3, 2018 Re-Organization Meeting and the January 8, 2018 Regular Meeting were approved as written and presented.

ROLL CALL:Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Aye

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

UPON MOTIONmade by Councilman Baskin and seconded by Council Vice-President

Schneider, an Ordinance of which the following is the title was introduced on first reading for Final

Passage:O-2-2018-001 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A CABLE TELEVISION

ADVISORY COMMITTEE.

ROLL CALL:Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Aye

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

Copy of Ordinance Duly Filed.

O-2-2018-001

UPON MOTIONmade by Councilman Baskin and seconded by Council Vice-President

Schneider, an Ordinance of which the following is the title was introduced on first reading for

Final Passage:O-2-2018-002ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING INCOME LIMITS, RESALE

PRICES AND RENT LEVELS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING.

ROLL CALL:Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Aye

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

Copy of Ordinance Duly Filed.

O-2-2018-002

UPON MOTIONmade by Councilman Baskin and seconded by Council Vice-President

Schneider, an Ordinance of which the following is the title was introduced on first reading for

Final Passage: O-2-2018-003 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3 OF THE

CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE, COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX, ENTITLED “ADMINISTRATION OF GOVERNMENT”, SPECIFICALLY SECTION 50 ENTITLED “DIVISION OF POLICE”.

ROLL CALL:Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Aye

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

Copy of Ordinance Duly Filed.

O-2-2018-003

UPON MOTIONmade by Councilman Baskin and seconded by Council Vice-President

Schneider, an Ordinance of which the following is the title was introduced on first reading for

Final Passage: O-2-2018-004 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 122 OF THE

CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE, COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX, ENTITLED

“VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC”, SPECIFICALLY SECTION 44.1 ENTITLED

“SCHEDULE XVA: SPEED LIMITS”. (Spotswood-Englishtown Rd., and Englishtown Rd.)

ROLL CALL:Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Aye

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

Copy of Ordinance Duly Filed.

O-2-2018-004

UPON MOTIONmade by Councilman Baskin and seconded by Councilman Dipierro, an

Ordinance of which the following is the title was introduced on first reading for Final Passage:

O-2-2018-005 ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF A DEED OF

DEDICATION OF RIGHT OF WAY ON BLOCK 13, LOT 5.03 AND ACCEPTANCE OF

A DEED OF CONSERVATION EASEMENT ON BLOCK 13, LOT 5.02.

(Shri Ram Chandra Mission – Wycoff/Halsey Reed Road)

ROLL CALL:Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Aye

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

Copy of Ordinance Duly Filed.

O-2-2018-005

UPON MOTIONmade by Councilman Baskin and seconded by Council Vice-President

Schneider, an Ordinance of which the following is the title was introduced on first reading for

Final Passage: O-2-2018-006 ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF A

DEED OF ROADWAY DEDICATION ON BLOCK 20 LOTS 25.02 AND 25.03 (NEW

LOTS 25.04, 25.05 AND 25.06).

(Gregory Jolley – Federal Road)

ROLL CALL:Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Aye

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

Copy of Ordinance Duly Filed.

O-2-2018-006

UPON MOTIONmade by Council Vice-President Schneider and seconded by Councilman Baskin, the following Resolution was moved for Adoption.

R-2-2018-054 RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE

MONROE TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF

ADJUSTMENT.

WHEREAS,the Township Council, unanimously approves the reappointment of Vincent LaFataas a Regular Member to fill a four (4) term ending December 31, 2021; and

WHEREAS,the Township Council, unanimously approves the reappointment of Dhaval Patelas a Regular Memberto fill a four (4) term ending December 31, 2021; and

WHEREAS, the Township Council, unanimously approves the reappointment ofJennifer Hluchyas Alternate 2 Member to fill a two (2) term ending December 31, 2019; and

WHEREAS, the Township Council, unanimously approves the reappointment ofLouis Mastersas Alternate 3 Member to fill a two (2) term ending December 31, 2019; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDby the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that the following membership of the Zoning Board of Adjustment have been duly moved, seconded and approved by the Monroe Township Council at its meeting held on February 5, 2018:

Appointed Term Expiration

Carol Damiani 01/01/2016 4 yrs. 12/31/2019

Joseph Gurney 01/01/2016 4 yrs. 12/31/2019

Marino Lupo 01/01/2015 4 yrs. 12/31/2018

Vincent LaFata 01/01/2018 4 yrs. 12/31/2021

Dhaval Patel 01/01/2018 4 yrs. 12/31/2021

Mark Klein 01/01/2017 4 yrs. 12/31/2020

Henry C. Sloan 01/01/2017 4 yrs. 12/31/2020

Stanley J. Teller, Alt. 1 01/01/2017 2 yrs. 12/31/2018

Jennifer Hluchy, Alt. 2 01/01/2018 2 yrs. 12/31/2019

Louis Masters, Alt. 3 01/01/2018 2 yrs. 12/31/2019

OPEN – Alt. 4 01/01/2018 2 yrs. 12/31/2019

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

ROLL CALL: Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Abstain

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

Copy of Resolution Duly Filed.

UPON MOTIONmade by Councilman Baskin and seconded by Council Vice-President Schneider,

the following Resolution was moved for Adoption

R-2-2018-055 RESOLUTION APPOINTING FIRST ALTERNATE

REPRESENTATIVE TO THE SOUTH CENTRAL MIDDLESEX

COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL COMMISSION.

WHEREAS, at the January 4, 2016 council meeting, MARK RASIMOWICZwas approved as a Memberto the South Central Middlesex County Flood Control Commissionto fill a five (5) year term, effective January 1, 2016 and expiring December 31, 2020; and

WHEREAS, at the January 4, 2017 council meeting, ROBERT HUDAKwas approved as a Member to the South Central Middlesex County Flood Control Commissionto fill the unexpired five (5) year term of John Riggs, effective January 1, 2017 and expiring December 31, 2020; and

WHEREAS, the First Alternate Representative term has expired; and

WHEREAS,Council’s recommendation is to reappoint WAYNE HORBATTas First Alternate Representativeto the South Central Middlesex County Flood Control Commission to serve for a term of one (1) year effective immediately and expiring on December 31, 2018;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe that WAYNE HORBATTis hereby appointed First Alternate Representativeto the South Central Middlesex County Flood Control Commission for a one (1) year term, effective Immediately and expiring December 31, 2018.

ROLL CALL: Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Aye

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

Copy of Resolution Duly Filed.

RESOLUTIONSfor CONSIDERATION:

Councilman Dipierro asked if it was verified that the cable franchise agreement allows for other

franchises to be a part of the Township; Administrator Weinberg answered that it does allow for

other franchises to be a part of the Township. He further explained that we have our local franchise

agreement with Comcast and then a statewide agreement with Verizon. Councilman Dipierro added

that he feels it is great for our residents to have a choice.

Councilman Dipierro also noted that he will have to abstain from R-2-2018-069. Therefore, it was removed from the consent agenda.

UPON MOTIONmade by Councilman Baskin and seconded by Council Vice-President Schneider,

the following Resolutions were moved for Adoption under the CONSENT AGENDA:

R-2-2018-061 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF BID TO FIRST

CHOICE VENDING FOR VENDING MACHINES WITHIN THE

MONROE TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS.

(2-year contract – commission based)

WHEREAS, on December 28, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. two (2) sealed bids were received by Monroe Township regarding the Vending Machine services within the Municipal Buildings; and

WHEREAS, the Monroe Township Business Administrator, by copy of letter dated January 2, 2018, a copy of which is attached hereto, recommends the contract be awarded to First Choice Vending, located at 1486 Schenectady Avenue Brooklyn, N.Y. 11203; and

WHEREAS, the Township Council has reviewed the recommendations made by the Business Administrator regarding said bid; and

WHEREAS, the award of contract is subject to the compliance with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C.17:27 et seq.; any contractor, subcontractor of business firm agree and guarantee to comply with Affirmative Action Regulations and to afford equal opportunity in the performance of the contract in accordance with the affirmative action plan approved under the terms established in the above-cited regulations;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that it has rendered its advice and hereby consents to the award of a two (2) year contract, said contract expiring December 31, 2019, with the provision authorizing the Business Administrator to extend the contract for one (1) additional one (1) year terms with the consent of the bidder; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVEDthat the Mayor and Township Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to execute a contract with First Choice Vending; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVEDthat the contract is awarded with the stipulation that First Choice Vendingshall comply with Affirmative Action Regulations, including revising their contracts as necessary to add mandatory affirmative action language, and submitting either a letter of federal approval or a Certificate of Employee Information Report, or a completed form AA302 at the time the signed contracts are returned to the Township of Monroe, or seven (7) days thereafter, or risk being declared non-responsive and forfeiting the award.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-063 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF TAX

OVERPAYMENTS.

WHEREAS, the Tax Collector for the Township of Monroe has recommended this Council’s approval to make refunds for tax overpayments in the amount of Seven thousand one hundred seventy-eight dollars and ninety-nine cents ($7,178.99) for the amounts described on Schedule A and attached hereto;

WHEREAS,good cause has been shown

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDby the Township Council of the Township of Monroe in the County of Middlesex and State of New Jersey that the Township’s Certified Municipal Finance Officer be and is hereby directed to draw a check from the General Account refunding the Tax overpayments described above to be distributed as set forth on the attached Schedule A:

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

ROLL CALL: Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Abstain

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

Copy of Resolutions Duly Filed.

RESOLUTIONSfor CONSIDERATIONunder theCONSENT AGENDA:

UPON MOTIONmade by Council Vice-President Schneider and seconded by Councilman Dipierro,

the following Resolutions were moved for Adoption under the CONSENT AGENDA:

R-2-2018-056 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1)

KUBOTA EXCAVATOR USING THE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

COMMISSION ON NEW JERSEY (ESCNJ) COOPERATIVE

PURCHASING PROGRAM FOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP

UTILITY DEPARTMENT (M.T.U.D.) ($99,178.75)

WHEREAS,the Monroe Township Utility Department has the need for one (1) excavator; and

WHEREAS, the State Approved Educational Services Commission of New Jersey (ESCNJ) Cooperative Purchasing Program (Cooperative 65MCESCCPS) has awarded a contract for the M.T.U.D. required excavator under its contract no MRESC 15/16-08 titled “Grounds Equipment” to Cherry Valley Tractor Sales; and

WHEREAS, Cherry Valley Tractor Sales has provided a proposal for the required excavator, including options, at a total price of $99,178.75, through a competitive bidding process, a copy of the proposal is attached hereto as Exhibit “B”; and

WHEREAS,copies of the ESCNJ award documentation and Cherry Valley Tractor Sales required forms are attached hereto as Exhibit C; and

WHEREAS, it is required by law that any like commodity purchase which exceeds the bid threshold of the Township ($40,000.00) in aggregate, be authorized by the governing body; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.4, the Township Chief Municipal Finance Officer has certified availability of funds in Certificate No. M-180009copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A"; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey as follows:

(1)Authorizes the Purchasing Agent of the M.T.U.D. to purchase said Kubota Excavator from Cherry Valley Tractor Sales using the State Approved Educational Services Commission of New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Program (Cooperative 65MCESCCPS); and

(2)The Township Chief Municipal Finance Officer is hereby authorized and directed to pay invoices for said excavator delivered by Cherry Valley Tractor Sales; and

(3)The contracts are awarded through this Cooperative Purchasing Program are considered fair and open contract in accordance with the Local Public Contracts Law, as well as being exempt from public bidding by the Township.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-057 RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ASCERTAINMENT PHASE IN CONNECTION WITH RENEWAL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE’S CABLE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH COMCAST.

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 14:18-13.1(a)(1), a municipality or operator can file notice of the opening of the Ascertainment Phase 36 months prior to the expiration of a cable franchise agreement; and

WHEREAS, the Ascertainment Phase is an optional two-year fact-finding period where the municipality examines the past performance of the cable operator and determines the cable-related needs of the community; and

WHEREAS, while the Ascertainment Phase is optional, it is necessary if the Township wants to substantially modify the terms of the franchise agreement or to deny the franchise renewal outright; and

WHEREAS, the record that the Township develops during the Ascertainment Phase will help the Township effectively complete negotiations with Comcast; and

WHEREAS, Comcast’s franchise agreement with the Township of Monroe expires on March 13, 2020; and

WHEREAS, the Township may begin the Ascertainment Phase of the Franchise Renewal process by filing notice with the Office of Cable Television within the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (the “OCTV”) and Comcast no sooner than thirty six (36) months, March 13, 2017 or later than thirty (30) months September 13, 2017 before the expiration of the Franchise Agreement;

WHEREAS, on June 6, 2017, special counsel for the Township notified the OCTV and Comcast of the Township’s desire to provide input with regard to the proposed renewal of the Comcast franchise;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that it hereby confirms its intent to complete the Ascertainment Phase in connection with the Renewal of the Franchise Agreement with Comcast no later than March 13, 2019,; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Township Clerk is hereby directed to file this Resolution with the OCTV and Comcast.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-058 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REDUCTION OF

PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE POSTED FOR MONROE

PROPERTY INVESTMENTS LLC. / A-OK AUTO BA-5051-11.

(806 Route 33)

WHEREAS,Monroe Property Investments LLC. posted Performance Guarantees in the amount of $818,178.94 for Monroe Property Investments LLC/A-OK Auto project (BA-5051-11); and

WHEREAS, in correspondence Monroe Property Investments LLC. has requested a reduction in Performance Guarantees posted; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 108-13.1 F and G of the Code of the Township of Monroe, the Township Engineer has inspected the work performed and the work to be completed and has recommended the Township Council approve the reduction of the Performance Guarantee, as detailed in his letter dated January 16, 2018, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A:

Bond Portion Cash Portion

Current $736,361.04 $81,817.89

Reduce to $430,614.59 $47,846.07

; and

WHEREAS, the Township Council has reviewed and hereby approves the recommendations of the Township Engineer;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, in the County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that Performance Guarantees posted for Monroe Property Investments LLC/A-OK Auto be reduced, as reflected in the Township Engineer’s letter annexed hereto. This approval for second reduction of Performance Guarantees is conditioned upon the provision of replacement guarantees and the resolution of any outstanding balances attached to project escrow accounts; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Township Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to forward a certified copy of this Resolution to the developer, and to his attorney, if the applicant has been represented by counsel in this matter.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-059 RESOLUTION GRANTING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE

REAPPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE AFFORDABLE

HOUSING BOARD.

WHEREAS, the Honorable Gerald W. Tamburro, Mayor of the Township of Monroe, by copy of letter dated January 11, 2018, has reappointed Randy Beverly, Richard Lans and Hemant Patel to serve on the Affordable Housing Board for terms of two (2) years, commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring on December 31, 2019; and

WHEREAS, the Honorable Gerald W. Tamburro, Mayor of the Township of Monroe, by copy of letter dated January 11, 2018, has reappointed Stephen Dalina, for a two (2) year term to serve on Affordable Housing Board as Chairperson/Council Representative, commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring on December 31, 2019; and

WHEREAS, the Administrative Code of the Township of Monroe requires the Advice and Consent of the Council for such appointments;

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDby the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that the Township Council hereby provides its Advice and Consent and confirms the appointments of Randy Beverly, Richard Lans and Hemant Patel to serve on the Affordable Housing Board for two (2) year terms, commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring on December 31, 2019, and Stephen Dalina, for a two year term to serve on Affordable Housing Board asChairperson/Council Representative, commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring on December 31, 2019.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-060 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF MUNICIPAL

RECYCLING TONNAGE GRANT APPLICATION FOR YEAR

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Statewide Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act, N.J.S.A.13:1E-99.11, et. seq. (the "Act"), has established a recycling fund, N.J.S.A.13:1E-99.37, from which tonnage grants may be made to municipalities in order to encourage local source separation and recycling programs; and

WHEREAS, it is the intent and spirit of the Act to use the tonnage grants to develop new municipal recycling programs and to continue and expand existing programs; and

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has established an application process implementing the tonnage grant provision of the Act; and

WHEREAS, a Resolution authorizing the Township of Monroe to apply for such tonnage grants will memorialize the Township's commitment to recycling and indicate the assent of the Township Council to the requirements contained in the application for a tonnage grant under this Act; and

WHEREAS, such a Resolution shall designate the individual authorized to ensure that the application is properly completed and timely filed;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDby the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex and State of New Jersey that the Township of Monroe hereby endorses the submission of a Municipal Recycling Tonnage Grant Application to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Recycling and Planning; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVEDthat Wayne Horbatt, Director of Recycling, Department of Public Works, 76 Gravel Hill-Spotswood Road, Monroe Twp., New Jersey 08831, shall be and is hereby designated as the individual to ensure that said Application is properly filed.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-062 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF THIRD PARTY TAX

LIEN PREMIUM PAYMENTS.

WHEREAS, Premiums have been paid for various properties for the purchase of Tax Lien Certificates for properties listed on the Tax Map of the Township of Monroe, in the amount of Twenty-one Thousand seven hundred dollars and no cents ($21,700.00).

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 54: 5-33 said premiums must be returned to the purchasers upon redemption:

WHEREAS,The Tax Lien Certificates as outlined on Schedule A have been redeemed:

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDby the Township of Monroe in the County of Middlesex in the State of New Jersey that the Township’s Certified Municipal Financial Officer is hereby authorized and directed to draw a check from the Township’s Trust Account in the amount listed on Schedule A and forward same to the Tax Collector for distribution to the purchasers.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-064 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ASSIGNMENT OF TOWNSHIP

TAX LIEN NO. 16-00098 (BLOCK 103, LOT 45) TO LUCILLE

DIPASQUALE.

WHEREAS, the Township of Monroe acquired Township Tax Lien No. 16-00098, covering Block 103, Lot 45 at a certain tax sale conducted by the Township; and

WHEREAS, Lucille DiPasqualehas offered to purchase Certificate No. 16-00098 for the sum of $22,601.50, including interest throughFebruary 5, 2018; and

WHEREAS, which sum represents the full amount due thereon, together with all subsequent liens charged against said real estate, together with interest through the date of sale; and

WHEREAS, the Township Council believes that the sale of the Certificate to Lucille DiPasqualeat the foregoing price is in the best interest of the municipality; and

WHEREAS,the Tax Collector has fulfilled the statutory requirement of notifying the owner of record at the address appearing on the tax duplicate; and

WHEREAS, notice has been mailed to Denise Cole, 53 Sedgewick Street Monroe Twp., NJ 08831, the record owner of the property, at least five (5) days prior to the adoption of this Resolution; and

WHEREAS, notice has been published in the official newspaper of the Township within five (5) days prior to the assignment of the Certificate;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDthat the Township Tax Collector be and is hereby authorized to assign said Certificate to Lucille DiPasqualefor the sum of $22,601.50.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-065 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ASSIGNMENT OF TOWNSHIP

TAX LIEN NO. 17-00026 (BLOCK 41, LOT 20) TO LUCILLE

DIPASQUALE.

WHEREAS, the Township of Monroe acquired Township Tax Lien No. 17-00026, covering Block 41, Lot 20 at a certain tax sale conducted by the Township; and

WHEREAS, Lucille DiPasqualehas offered to purchase Certificate No. 17-00026 for the sum of $7,375.47, including interest throughFebruary 5, 2018; and

WHEREAS, which sum represents the full amount due thereon, together with all subsequent liens charged against said real estate, together with interest through the date of sale; and

WHEREAS, the Township Council believes that the sale of the Certificate to Lucille DiPasqualeat the foregoing price is in the best interest of the municipality; and

WHEREAS,the Tax Collector has fulfilled the statutory requirement of notifying the owner of record at the address appearing on the tax duplicate; and

WHEREAS, notice has been mailed to Isaac Fialkoff, 42 Esmond Road Melville, N.Y., the record owner of the property, at least five (5) days prior to the adoption of this Resolution; and

WHEREAS, notice has been published in the official newspaper of the Township within five (5) days prior to the assignment of the Certificate;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDthat the Township Tax Collector be and is hereby authorized to assign said Certificate to Lucille DiPasqualefor the sum of $7,375.47.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-066 RESOLUTION PROVIDING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE

APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE OPEN SPACE AND

FARMLAND PRESERVATION COMMISSION.

WHEREAS, the Honorable Gerald W. Tamburro, Mayor of the Township of Monroe, by copy of letter dated January 22, 2018 has made the following appointments to serve on the OPEN SPACE AND FARMLAND PRESERVATION COMMISSION:

Leonard Baskin Council Representative 2 year term 1/1/2018 – 12/31/19

Robert Hudak Planning Director 1 year term 1/1/2018 – 12/31/2018

Sidna Mitchell Member 3 year term 1/1/2018 – 12/31/2020

Joseph Sapia Member 1 year term 1/1/2018 – 12/31/2018

WHEREAS, the Administrative Code of the Township of Monroe requires the Advice and Consent of Council for such appointments;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDby the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that the Township Council hereby provides its Advice and Consent and confirms the appointment of Leonard Baskinas Council Representative to serve a two (2) term commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring December 31, 2019, Robert Hudakas Planning Director to serve a one (1) term commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring December 31, 2018, Sidna Mitchellas Member to serve a three (3) year term commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring December 31, 2020 and Joseph Sapiaas Member to serve a one (1) year term commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring December 31, 2018 on the OPEN SPACE AND FARMLAND PRESERVATION COMMISSION.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-067 RESOLUTION PROVIDING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE

APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE PUBLIC OFFICERS

BOARD.

WHEREAS, the Honorable Gerald W. Tamburro, Mayor of the Township of Monroe, by copy of letter dated January 22, 2018 has appointed LOUIS BUONOCORE, SALVATORE PROFACI and ROBERT HUDAKto serve on the PUBLIC OFFICERS BOARD for a one (1) year term commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring December 31, 2018; and

WHEREAS, the Administrative Code of the Township of Monroe requires the Advice and Consent of Council for such appointments;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDby the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that the Township Council hereby provides its Advice and Consent and confirms the appointment of LOUIS BUONOCORE, SALVATORE PROFACI and ROBERT HUDAKto serve on the PUBLIC OFFICERS BOARD for a one (1) year term commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring December 31, 2018.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-068 RESOLUTION GRANTING THE QUALIFIED PURCHASING

AGENT AUTHORITY TO APPROVE PURCHASES MADE

THROUGH STATE CONTRACT OR COOPERATIVE

PURCHASING WHICH FALL UNDER THE BID THRESHOLD.

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq., the governing body may delegate the power to award purchases, contracts and/or agreements through State Contracts and/or Purchasing Cooperatives to which the Township of Monroe is a member; and

WHEREAS, in the interest of streamlining Township operations and improving efficiency, it is the desire of the Council to authorize the Qualified Purchasing Agent to approve purchases, contracts and agreements through State Contract and/or Purchasing Cooperatives, that fall below the bid limit, subject to provisions and requirements of the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDby the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that the Qualified Purchasing Agent is hereby authorized to approve purchases, contracts and/or agreements through State Contracts and/or Purchasing Cooperatives to which the Township of Monroe is a member without further action from Council, provided that funds are available to cover the expenditure. Purchase approvals made by the Qualified Purchasing Agent by virtue of the adoption of this Resolution shall be subject to the provisions and requirements of the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-070 RESOLUTION APPOINTING ALAN WEINBERG AS QUALIFIED

PURCHASING AGENT AND SETTING THE BID THRESHOLD.

WHEREAS,pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-9(b), contracting units that have appointed a Qualified Purchasing Agent are authorized to take advantage of a higher bid threshold pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-3, giving municipalities the ability to increase their bid threshold to $40,000.00; and

WHEREAS, the Honorable Gerald W. Tamburro, Mayor of the Township of Monroe, by copy of letter dated January 23, 2018, has requested the advice and consent of the Township Council to appoint Alan Weinberg, as Qualified Purchasing Agent, commencing January 1, 2018; and

WHEREAS, N.J.A.C. 5:34-5 et seq. establishes the criteria for qualifying as a Qualified Purchasing Agent; and

WHEREAS, Alan Weinberg possesses the designation of Qualified Purchasing Agent; and

WHEREAS, the Township Council is desirous of appointing Alan Weinberg as the Qualified Purchasing Agent for Monroe Township, hereby authorizing him to exercise the duties of purchasing agent pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-2(30), with specific relevance to the authority, responsibility and accountability of the purchasing activity of the Township of Monroe as well as granting him authorization to negotiate and award such contracts below the bid threshold; and

WHEREAS, as stated in Resolution No. R-10-2015-262 the bid threshold for the Township of Monroe shall be $40,000.00.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, and State of New Jersey, that they hereby consent to the appointment of Alan Weinberg as Qualified Purchasing Agent for the Township of Monroe and the bid threshold shall be set at $40,000.00.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:34-5.2, the Township Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to forward a certified copy of this Resolution to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-071 RESOLUTION PROVIDING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE

APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE CULTURAL ARTS

COMMISSION.

WHEREAS, the Honorable Gerald W. Tamburro, Mayor of the Township of Monroe, by copy of letter dated January 25, 2018, has reappointed Debbie Smith, Kathleen Morolda and Allessandro Grazianoto serve on the Cultural Arts Commission for terms of three (3) years, commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring on December 31, 2020; and

WHEREAS, the Honorable Gerald W. Tamburro, Mayor of the Township of Monroe, by copy of letter dated January 25, 2018, has reappointed Miriam Cohen, for a two year term to serve on CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION asCouncil Representative, commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring on December 31, 2019; and

WHEREAS, the Administrative Code of the Township of Monroe requires the Advice and Consent of the Council for such appointments;

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDby the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that the Township Council hereby provides its Advice and Consent and confirms the appointments of Debbie Smith, Kathleen Morolda and Allessandro Graziano to serve on the Cultural Arts Commission for three (3) year terms, commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring on December 31, 2020, and Miriam Cohen, for a two year term to serve on CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION asCouncil Representative, commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring on December 31, 2019.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-072 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT

WITH TOWNSHIP ENGINEER MARK RASIMOWICZ. ($27,000)

WHEREAS,on January 4, 2016, Resolution No. R-1-2016-042 was adopted by the Monroe Township Council in accordance with Chapter 3 section 75 of the Monroe Township Code, entitled “Department of Engineering,” naming Mark Rasimowicz as the Director of the Department of Engineering and the Township Engineer; and

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council have determined to enter into a contract with Township Engineer Mark Rasimowicz, P.E., for a twelve-month period commencing January 1, 2018, nunc pro tunc, in substantially the form annexed hereto as Exhibit “A”; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with the Township Code, the amount of the contract shall not exceed $27,000.00 for the twelve-month period commencing January 1, 2018, nunc pro tunc, expiring December 31, 2018,; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.A.C.5:30-5.4, the Certified Municipal Finance Officer has certified the availability of funds in Certificate No. C-1800022, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit "B"; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex and State of New Jersey as follows:

(1) The Mayor and Township Clerk are hereby authorized to enter into a one (1) year professional service contract with Mark Rasimowicz, P.E., 14 Cottonwood Court Monroe Twp., N.J. 08831, in the form annexed hereto as Exhibit “A,” commencing January 1, 2018, nunc pro tunc.

(2) The Certified Municipal Finance Officer is hereby authorized and directed to pay invoices for services rendered by Mark Rasimowicz, P.E. in accordance with the executed contract.

(3) The contract is awarded without competitive bidding as a “professional service” in accordance with N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) of the Local Public Contracts Law because the contract is for a service performed by persons authorized by law to practice a recognized profession that is regulated by law.

(4) This contract is awarded with the stipulation that Mark Rasimowicz, P.E. shall include mandatory affirmative action language pursuant to N.J.S.A.10:5-31, and shall submit to the Township of Monroe any appropriate affirmative action documents within the time period prescribed by law.

(5) Resolution No. R-1-2016-042 is hereby amended to the extent it is inconsistent with this Resolution.

(6) A notice of this action shall be printed once in the Home News Tribune.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-073 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF A

PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE UPON THE ACCEPTANCE OF A

MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE POSTED FOR JSM AT MONROE,

LLC. TEMPORARY STOCKPILE (PB-1167-15). (Mounts Mills Road)

WHEREAS,JSM AT MONROE, LLC., has posted Performance Guarantees for the Temporary Stockpile (PB-1167-15);and

WHEREAS,a request was made for the release of the Performance Guarantees posted for this project; and

WHEREAS,pursuant to Section 108-13.1 F and G of the Code of the Township of Monroe, the Township Engineer, by copy of letter dated January 24, 2018, has recommended, release of the Performance Guarantees; and

WHEREAS,the Township Council has reviewed and hereby approves the recommendations of the Township Engineer;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, in the County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that the Performance Guarantees posted for the Temporary Stockpile (PB-1167-15), be released as reflected in the Township Engineer’s letter dated January 24, 2018, attached hereto. This approval for release of the Performance Guarantee is conditioned upon the posting of a maintenance guarantee in the amount of $23,303.67. Such maintenance guarantee shall run for a period of not less than two years from the date of memorialization of such action by the Council.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, in accordance with the Monroe Township Code, the developer shall maintain funds in the engineering inspection escrow account in the amount of fifty percent (50%) of the original deposit” however in lieu of this, the Township Engineer’s office recommends the developer post one thousand ($1,000.00) at this time, into the existing engineering inspection escrow account, which is more reasonable.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-074 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF A

PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE UPON THE ACCEPTANCE OF A

MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE POSTED FOR PRIMROSE ACRES

EAST (PB-820-02). (Hannah Court)

WHEREAS,LAFAYETTE KNOLLS INC., has posted Performance Guarantees for the Primrose Acres East project (PB-820-02);and

WHEREAS,a request was made for the release of the Performance Guarantees posted for this project; and

WHEREAS,the Township Council has reviewed and hereby approves the recommendations of the Township Engineer;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, in the County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that the Performance Guarantees posted for the Primrose Acres East project (PB-820-02), be released as reflected in the Township Engineer’s letter dated January 24, 2018, attached hereto. This approval for release of the Performance Guarantee is conditioned upon the posting of a maintenance guarantee in the amount of $121,280.63. Such maintenance guarantee shall run for a period of not less than two years from the date of memorialization of such action by the Council.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-075 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REDUCTION OF

PERFORMANCE GUARANTEES POSTED FOR MONROE

PROPERTY INVESTMENTS LLC./A-OK AUTO (BA-5047-11).

(816 Route 33)

WHEREAS,Monroe Property Investments, LLC. posted Performance Guarantees in the amount of $996,053.69 for Project BA-5047-11; and

WHEREAS, a request for a second reduction in Performance Guarantees has been received; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 108-13.1 F and G of the Code of the Township of Monroe, the Township Engineer has inspected the work performed and the work to be completed and has recommended the Township Council approve the second reduction of the Performance Guarantees, as detailed in his letter dated January 17, 2018, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A:

Bond Portion Cash Portion

Current $561,138.74 $62,348.75

Reduce to $465,053.04 $51,672.56

; and

WHEREAS, the Township Council has reviewed and hereby approves the recommendations of the Township Engineer;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, in the County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that Performance Guarantees posted for Monroe Property Investments, LLC Project BA-5047-11 be reduced, as reflected in the Township Engineer’s letter annexed hereto. This approval for second reduction of Performance Guarantees is conditioned upon the provision of replacement guarantees and the resolution of any outstanding balances attached to project escrow accounts; and

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-076 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REDUCTION OF

PERFORMANCE GUARANTEES POSTED FOR FOUR SEASONS

AT MONROE – NORTH VILLAGE (PB-1089-10).

(Prospect Plains Road)

WHEREAS,K. Hovnanian at Monroe NJ, LLC. posted Performance Guarantees in the amount of $9,777,475.87 for Four Seasons at Monroe – North Village project (PB-1089-10); and

WHEREAS, a request for a second reduction in Performance Guarantees has been received; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 108-13.1 F and G of the Code of the Township of Monroe, the Township Engineer has inspected the work performed and the work to be completed and has recommended the Township Council approve the second reduction of the Performance Guarantees, as detailed in his letter dated January 23, 2018, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A:

Bond Portion Cash Portion

Current $5,821,178.25 $646,797.58

Reduce to $3,924,597.86 $436,066.43

; and

WHEREAS, the Township Council has reviewed and hereby approves the recommendations of the Township Engineer;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, in the County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that Performance Guarantees posted for Four Seasons at Monroe – North Village be reduced, as reflected in the Township Engineer’s letter annexed hereto. This approval for second reduction of Performance Guarantees is conditioned upon the provision of replacement guarantees and the resolution of any outstanding balances attached to project escrow accounts; and

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-077 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF (5)

VEHICLES AND ACCESSORIESFOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP

POLICE DEPARTMENT. ($204,521.79)

WHEREAS, the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, has the need to purchase five (5)police vehicles under the Cranford Police Cooperative Pricing Agreement No. 47-CPCPS, from Beyer Ford, LLC, an authorized vendor under the Cranford Police Cooperative Pricing System; and

WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is authorized by the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12; and

WHEREAS,Beyer Ford, LLC, 170 Ridgedale Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07962has been appointed as an authorized dealer for Vehicles under the Cranford Police Cooperative Pricing Program; and

WHEREAS, the details are as follows:

Quantity Vehicle Price

1 2018 Ford Interceptor, Sedan, Two-Tone Black/White $24,214.00

1 2018 Ford Interceptor, Sedan, Ghost, Solid Black $24,114.00

2 2018 Ford Interceptor, Utility, Marked, Two-Tone Black/White$52,212.00

1 2018 Ford Interceptor, Utility, Ghost, Solid Black $26,006.00

TOTAL COST: $126,546.00;and

WHEREAS, the Certified Municipal Finance Officer has determined that sufficient funds are available, as set forth in Certificate No.C-1800017a copy of which are attached hereto as Exhibit "A"; and

WHEREAS, the Township of Monroe, in the County of Middlesex, wishes to purchase emergency lightsto outfit five (5) of the new vehicles from East Coast Emergency Lighting under NJ State Contract No. A81338, for the Monroe Township Police Department as hereinbelow set forth:

1 2018 Ford Interceptor, Sedan, Two-Tone Black/White $9,286.82

1 2018 Ford Interceptor, Sedan, Ghost, Solid Black $7,439.43

2 2018 Ford Interceptor, Utility, Marked, Two-Tone Black/White$14,258.02

1 2018 Ford Interceptor, Utility, Ghost, Solid Black $5,497.90

TOTAL COST: $36,482.17;and

WHEREAS, the detailed accessories for each vehicle are attached and hereto and made a part of; and

WHEREAS, East Coast Emergency Lighting is an authorized vendor under the State of New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Program 1-NJCP; and

WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is authorized by Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A.40A:11-12; and

WHEREAS,East Coast Emergency Lighting, 200 Meco Drive, Millstone Township, NJ 08535has been awarded New Jersey State Contract, No. A81338 in connection with the above referenced vehicles; and

WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has determined that sufficient funds are available, as set forth in Certificate No. C-1800018copies of which are attached hereto as Exhibit "B";

WHEREAS, the Township of Monroe, in the County of Middlesex, wishes to purchase equipmentto outfit three (3) of the new vehicles from Municipal Equipment Enterprises underNJ State Contract No. A81332 & A81335, for the Monroe Township Police Department as hereinbelow set forth:

2 2018 Ford Interceptor, Utility, Marked, Two-Tone Black/White$6,041.08

1 2018 Ford Interceptor, Utility, Ghost, Solid Black $3,020.54

TOTAL COST: $9,061.62;and

WHEREAS, the detailed equipment for each vehicle are attached and hereto and made a part of; and

WHEREAS, Municipal Equipment Enterprises is an authorized vendor under the State of New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Program 1-NJCP; and

WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is authorized by Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A.40A:11-12; and

WHEREAS,Municipal Equipment Enterprises, 2703 Fire Road, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234has been awarded New Jersey State Contract, No. A81332 & A81335 in connection with the above referenced vehicles; and

WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has determined that sufficient funds are available, as set forth in Certificate No. C-1800019copies of which are attached hereto as Exhibit "C";

WHEREAS, the Township of Monroe, in the County of Middlesex, wishes to purchase mobile radios and all associated parts to outfit three (3) of the new vehicles from Motorola Solutions, Inc. underNJ State Contract No. A83909, for the Monroe Township Police Department as hereinbelow set forth:

2 2018 Ford Interceptor, Utility, Marked, Two-Tone Black/White$11,853.00

1 2018 Ford Interceptor, Utility, Ghost, Solid Black $5,926.50

TOTAL COST: $17,779.50;and

WHEREAS, the detailed equipment for each vehicle are attached and hereto and made a part of; and

WHEREAS, Motorola Solutions, Inc. is an authorized vendor under the State of New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Program 1-NJCP; and

WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is authorized by Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A.40A:11-12; and

WHEREAS,Motorola Solutions, Inc., P.O. Box 1335, Burlington, NJ 08016 has been awarded New Jersey State Contract, No. A83909 in connection with the above referenced vehicles; and

WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has determined that sufficient funds are available, as set forth in Certificate No. C-1800020copies of which are attached hereto as Exhibit "D";

WHEREAS, the Township of Monroe, in the County of Middlesex, wishes to purchase stalker radio units and associated parts to outfit the five (5) new vehicles from Applied Concepts, Inc., as per quote No.2012061, for the Monroe Township Police Department as hereinbelow set forth:

1 2018 Ford Interceptor, Sedan, Two-Tone Black/White $2,930.50

1 2018 Ford Interceptor, Sedan, Ghost, Solid Black $2,930.50

2 2018 Ford Interceptor, Utility, Marked, Two-Tone Black/White$5,861.00

1 2018 Ford Interceptor, Utility, Ghost, Solid Black $2,930.50

TOTAL COST: $14,652.50;and

WHEREAS, the detailed equipment for each vehicle are attached and hereto and made a part of; and

WHEREAS, Applied Concepts, Inc. is an authorized vendor under the State of New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Program 1-NJCP; and

WHEREAS, the purchase of goods and services by local contracting units is authorized by Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A.40A:11-12; and

WHEREAS,Applied Concepts, Inc., 855 E. Collins Blvd., Richardson, TX 75081 as per quote No. 2012061 in connection with the above referenced vehicles; and

WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has determined that sufficient funds are available, as set forth in Certificate No. C-1800021copies of which are attached hereto as Exhibit "E";

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDthat the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, in the County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey, hereby authorizes a contract be entered into with Beyer Ford, LLC, 170 Ridgedale Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07962 for the purchase of one (1) 2018 Ford Interceptor, Sedan, Tow-Tone Black/White, one (1) 2018 Ford Interceptor, Sedan, Ghost, Solid Black, two (2) 2018 Ford Interceptor, Utility, Marked, Tow-Tone Black/White and (1) 2018 Ford Interceptor, Utility, Ghost, Solid Black at a total contract price in the amount of $126,546.00;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe that East Coast Emergency Lighting, 200 Meco Drive, Millstone Township, NJ 08535is hereby awarded a contract for the purchase of emergency lightsto outfit five (5) new Police vehicles at a total contract price of $36,482.17;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe that Municipal Equipment Enterprises, 2703 Fire Road, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234is hereby awarded a contract for the purchase of equipmentto outfit three (3) of the new Police Vehicles at a total contract price of $9,061.62;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe that Motorola Solutions, Inc., P.O. Box 1335, Burlington, NJ 08016 is hereby awarded a contract for the purchase of mobile radios and all associated partsto outfit three (3) of the new Police Vehicles at a total contract price of $17,779.50;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe that Applied Concepts, Inc., 855 E. Collins Blvd., Richardson, TX 75081 is hereby awarded a contract for the purchase of stalker radio units and associated partsto outfit the five (5) new Police Vehicles at a total contract price of $14,652.50;

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-078 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN

EMERGENCY INTERCONNECTION AGREEMENT BETWEEN

NEW JERSEY AMERICAN WATER COMPANY AND THE

TOWNSHIP OF MONROE.

WHEREAS, the Township of Monroe and New Jersey American Water Company (“Parties”) each have existing and potential future interconnected facilities and apparatus located in the Township for the provision of potable water to their respective customers (“Interconnections”); and

WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into an Emergency Interconnection Agreement (“Agreement”) in order to provide for a source of emergency water supply in the event of a discontinuation of service experienced by either Party; and

WHEREAS, the Monroe Township Utility Department has recommended that the Township enter into an Emergency Interconnection Agreement on the terms and conditions as set forth in Exhibit “A”, annexed hereto; and

WHEREAS, the Township Council has determined that executing an Emergency Interconnection Agreement is in the public interest and provides for protection of the public health and safety;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey,that the Mayor and Township Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to execute an Emergency Interconnection Agreement in the form annexed hereto as Exhibit “A,” subject to the approval of the Township Engineer and Township Attorney.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-079 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF ADDITIONAL

FEES TO JEROME CONVERY ESQ., RELATED TO THE

REPRESENTATION OF THE TOWNSHIP IN CONNECTION

WITH A DECLARATORY JUDGEMENT ACTION REGARDING

THE TOWNSHIP’S COAH COMPLIANCE. ($916.89)

WHEREAS, on March 10, 2015, the Supreme Court of the State of New Jersey issued a decision paving the way for municipalities to proceed with civil actions to determine compliance with constitution affordable housing obligations; and

WHEREAS, the Court’s decision directed that certain municipalities who had achieved “participating status” before the Council on Affordable Housing (COAH) file a declaratory judgment action to determine whether its housing plan meets its Mount Laurel obligations in order to forestall applications seeking builder’s remedies; and

WHEREAS, Monroe, having achieved that status, believes it to be in the public’s interest to commence a declaratory judgment action; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. R-4-2015-099 Jerome Convery, Esq., was authorized to render legal services at a cost not to exceed $25,000.00; and

WHEREAS, due to the extensive nature of this litigation, additional authorizations have been requested from the Township Council; and

WHEREAS, the Council has reviewed the request and believes the request for final authorization, as hereinbelow set forth, is reasonable at this time:

Jerome J. Convery, Esq. $916.89

; and

WHEREAS, the Township’s Chief Financial Officer has determined that sufficient funds are available in the Township budget, as evidenced by Certificate No.,C150028; copy of which is annexed hereto as Exhibit “A”;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, in the County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey, that it has rendered its advice and hereby consents to final authorization of legal fees in the amount of $916.89 to Jerome J. Convery, Esq. in regard to handling the matter of the declaratory judgment to establish the Township’s COAH compliance.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

R-2-2018-080 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EMERGENCY 2018 TEMPORARY

BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS.

WHEREAS, an emergent condition has arisen with respect to payment of normal operating expenses and no adequate provision has been made in the 2018 temporary appropriations for the aforesaid purpose, and N.J.S.A.40A:4-20 provides for the creation of an emergency temporary appropriation for the purposes above mentioned; and

WHEREAS, the total emergency temporary Resolutions adopted in Year 2018, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 96, P.L. 1951 (N.J.S.A.40A:4-20), including this Resolution, is $34,000.00;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED (not less than two-thirds of all the members thereof affirmatively concurring) that in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A.40A:4-20:

Emergency temporary appropriations be and the same are hereby made for payment of the following entitled operating expenses:

2018 OPERATING EXPENSES

CURRENT FUND

TEMPORARY

ACCOUNT NAME APPROPRIATION AMOUNT

PUBLIC ADVOCATE:

Other Expenses $ 3,000.00

TOWNSHIP COUNCIL

Other Expenses $ 1,000.00

INSURANCE

Workers Compensation $ 20,000.00

Liability $ 10,000.00

CURRENT FUND TOTAL $ 34,000.00

That said emergency temporary appropriations will be provided for in the 2018 Calendar Year Budget; and

That one (1) certified copy of this resolution be filed with the Director of the Division of Government Services.

SO RESOLVED as aforesaid.

ROLL CALL:Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Aye

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

Copy of Resolutions Duly Filed.

UPON MOTIONmade by Councilman Baskin and seconded by Council Vice-President Schneider, the following Resolution was moved for Adoption.

R-2-2018-069 RESOLUTION PROVIDING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE

APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE MUNICIPAL PROSECUTORS.

WHEREAS,the Honorable Gerald W. Tamburro, Mayor of the Township of Monroe, by copy of letter dated January 23, 2018, has appointed HAROLD A. PARRA, ESQ.and BENJAMIN H. ZILBERGELD, ESQ.as ALTERNATE MUNICIPAL PROSECUTORS for the Township of Monroe for a one (1) year term, commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring on December 31, 2018; and

WHEREAS, the Code of the Township of Monroe requires the advice and consent of the Township Council for such appointments;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEDby the Township Council of the Township of Monroe, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey that it hereby grants its advice and consents to the appointment of HAROLD A. PARRA, ESQ.and BENJAMIN H. ZILBERGELD, ESQ.as ALTERNATEMUNICIPAL PROSECUTORSfor the Township of Monroe for a one (1) year term commencing January 1, 2018 and expiring on December 31, 2018.

SO RESOLVED, as aforesaid.

ROLL CALL:Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Abstain

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

Copy of Resolutions Duly Filed.

REPORTS:

Mayor’s Report– Mayor Tamburro shared a few fond memories of former Councilman Hank Miller, noting that Mr. Miller established the Township’s Planning Board, as well as, having worked for the Utility Authority and serving on the Affordable Housing Board. He was a very knowledgeable educator and a wonderful servant to the Township and will be missed.

Reported on the traffic light project on Mounts Mills Road and Spotswood-Englishtown Road; Engineer Rasimowicz added that this is a developer driven project and there are several utilities, including JCP&L, PSE&G and Comcast that have extensive relocations of their equipment which they are currently working on. In the interim, there will be a flashing light signal that will start tomorrow February 6^th, as well as, additional signage. Mayor Tamburro added that he is confident with this new flashing signal in place that it will help until the actual traffic light can be installed.

Reported that a task force is being established in response to reports of the Training School closing. There will be three legislative leaders, a representative from the Governor’s Office, representatives from Middlesex County, representatives from the Board of Education, as well as, representatives from the Township. He explained that this task force is being created to ensure that the land will not an incentive for anyone to come in and build housing on it. He added that there is farmland preservation on the land and in a R3A zone. This task force will also ensure that the Township’s interests remain protected.

Notified by the National Council for Home Safety that the Township has been named as the 8^thsafest town in the State. Our police department does a great job at patrolling and keeping us all safe. The programs available from the recreation department keep our children off the street and attributes to the safety of the Township.

Administrator’s Report – Administrator Weinberg reported that on this agenda R-2-2018-060 authorizes the Township to submit an application for the Recycling Tonnage Grant and it should be noted that we have received a $171,000 grant for recycling at the end of last year for our extraordinary efforts which is the 6^thlargest grant in the State.

Reported on the interconnection agreement with New Jersey American Water explaining that our 30-year contract with them has ended so we are now exclusively using ground water which is wonderful and will be connecting to New Jersey American Water’s lines for emergencies.

We were approved by the Water and Infrastructure Bank which will give us a great interest rate, saving close to $3 million dollars on an upcoming large water project that we will be moving forward on.

Commented that it is a great idea in putting together a task force in response to protecting the Township’s interest in the Training School property.

Thanked Engineer Rasimowicz for his due diligence in getting the flashing signal on Mounts Mills Road which will help.

Engineer’s Report – Engineer Rasimowiczupdated everyone regarding the closure of

Perrineville Road due to the bridge replacement project. The road will be closed south of Mills

Road with a minimal traffic impact. He will continue to monitor the project and noted that all of

the businesses in that area are still accessible from Route 33.

COUNCIL REPORTS:

Council Vice-President Schneider –

Announced that on March 5^ththe Cultural Arts Commission will be presenting a Chamber Music Series at the Library beginning at 1pm.
The Senior Center will be hosting AARP to assist with those who need help preparing their taxes. An appointment is necessary.
The Senior Center will also be hosting the Empty Bowl Project which will benefit those less fortunate. A donation of $5 to benefit local food pantries will be collected.
Attended a power and light tour hosted by JCP&L with Councilman Dipierro. It was very impressive to see how everything is monitored and their response time.

Councilman Dipierro –

Reported that it was very exciting to see what JCP&L does to keep our power on. He advised that you can now report outages directly to JCP&L on Facebook. He recommended that the Township send an updated list of the Township buildings, generators and areas that JCP&L service.
Commented that in regards to the closing of the Training School the Township had signed a 99 year lease, paying $1 for 90 acres of that land that was once utilized by our own police department, so that is something that can be used as a bargaining tool if the State gives us a hard time.
Inquired if the Utility Department has any idea when the sewer work on Spotswood-Englishtown Road will start, as the residents in that area and the Regency will have concerns with the traffic impact and inconvenience it will have on traveling in that area; Mike Barnes responded that he does not have a specific date as they had tried to get it done last summer but that fell through. He added that they are shooting to have it done this summer, however PSE&G will be out there beforehand working in the same right of way so our engineer has set up a meeting between the County, Township and PSE&G to discuss to see if we can work together to have our project and theirs done at the same time, adding that it is important we do not lose our right of way. Councilman Dipierro asked if the main was going to be a force main or both a gravity and force main; Mike Barnes responded that it will be once force main. Councilman Dipierro commented that it is a shame in his opinion and feels something should have been done by that developer and in the agreement so that a force main was not the only option. He stated that we need to keep a close eye on the approvals coming in to ensure that our taxpayers are not inconvenienced to which Mike Barnes responded that he agrees but this was done prior to him being involved. Councilman Dipierro lastly stated that he wants to make sure it is safe and is disappointed that buildings went up without the infrastructure in place first.
Reminded everyone that the Special Election for the School Board Referendum will be on March 13^thand advised that it is important to ask questions and make an informed decision prior to voting as it is important to move forward in the right direction.
Thanked Engineer Rasimowicz for his quick response in addressing a few complaints he had received from residents.

Councilman Baskin –

Discussed that if the referendum is voted down the district could develop an alternative plan which in turn would cost more to the taxpayers. Advised that is something to consider when voting.
Monroe Township was just certified as a silver municipality by Sustainable New Jersey. Stated that at a future council meeting a presentation of that plaque will be given.
Attended a very important youth organization commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Mahatma Gandhi on Saturday. The program was run by Andy Paluri and Hemant Patel, with the youth presenting essays they had written. Vinisha Patel, Hemant’s daughter, sang the Star-Spangled Banner beautifully. It was a wonderful program.
Spoke a few words about former Councilman Hank Miller who he served with on the Mayor’s Senior Advisory Committee; shared that Mr. Miller always came up with different insights which were very helpful to the committee and he will be missed.
Shared that our EMS added a 2017 Ford 450 to their fleet, which replaced an outdated model that had over 350,000 miles. In total there are 13 ambulances in our fleet with this one having four wheel drive, a 360 degree camera view and an electronic stretcher.
Reminded everyone that the Rabies Clinic will be held on March 3^rdfrom 9am -2 pm at the Community Center.

Councilwoman Cohen – Absent.

Council President Dalina–

Reported that the Recreation Spring Youth Programs are in full swing.
Quick Check donated $1,450 to the Wolverines.
The 4^thAnnual Maker’s Fest will be held on March 10^that the library.
The Fire District elections will be held on Saturday, February 17^thfrom 2pm to 9pm. All three districts will be holding their fire elections.

Public:

Tom Bartley, 599 Spotswood-Englishtown Rd. – Mr. Bartley commented that he has found out

that PSE&G will be able to service all homes located on Spotswood -Englishtown Road which

will be great.

Asked about the interconnection agreement with Spotswood regarding potable water and if it has

gone forward; Mike Barnes answered that we have given them a proposal and we are moving

forward with that.

Mr. Bartley asked if there were still issues with the water pressure at the Regency; Mike

Barnes stated that he is unaware of any issue as everything has checked out within their system.

Christine Skurbe, 21 Preakness Dr. – Mrs. Skurbe stated that she was coming before the

Council because she is concerned with the growth in the Township. She asked if the Council

could tell the voters what the cost of the land would be; Administrator Weinberg answered

that the Mayor and Council is trying to be helpful and keep an open dialogue with the

landowners. He further explained that the Township currently owns the land through

eminent domain and the appraisal has been deposited in the court’s account until a

determination is made. We are in a position not to overpay as the conversations have been

positive and the owner has been extremely decent to work with. He added that there has been

no final price determined and stated that he is unsure if we will know the exact amount before

the referendum. Mrs. Skurbe commented that the voters should know all of the information prior

to voting and added that in response to acquiring the land by eminent domain, the Board of

Education’s President stated on Facebook that they voted for acquiring the land but not taking it

and they have had no say in the negotiations. Administrator Weinberg answered back stating that

the Township was not in a position and would not throw money out to acquire this land, as to

protect the taxpayers, as the Mayor and Council and the Board of Education would not want that.

The owner was fully aware that eminent domain would happen and the land would be acquired by

doing so. Council President Dalina added that eminent domain sounds scary and has had a negative

connotation connected to it but it is not a negative thing as it has become the arbitrator in this

process.

Prakash Parab, 33 Dayna Dr. – Mr. Parab added that Mr. Gorhan Rajan, Chairman(inaudible)should also be recognized for his efforts in putting together the commemoration ceremony for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Mahatma Gandhi.

Asked that the Cable Television Franchise Committee acknowledge that we are for net neutrality

and that whatever company that comes into the Township should be aware that we are in support

of that.

Shared that the Indian community of the Township has put together a task force entitled

M.I.C.A., Monroe Indians for Civic Action, to support recreational marijuana from being allowed

within the Township. Mr. Parab asked what the Mayor and Council’s position on the issue of

marijuana being legal within the Township is; Council President Dalina commented that the

Township at this time has no plans on doing anything. Mayor Tamburro commented that the

Township is more concerned with the growing and selling of it, adding that thankfully we do

not have many retail establishments available and stating that we will first have to wait to see what

the State does before we take any action. Mr. Parab urged the Mayor and Council to take position

similar to what other towns have done in response to the new legislation.

Hy Grossman, 15 Doral Dr. – Mr. Grossman congratulated the new officers who were sworn

in this evening and he thanked one officer in particular, Patrick McCann, who provided excellent

service in his time of need.

Commented that the Training School has a $162 million-dollar bond issue thanks to Governor

Christie and the taxpayers will be paying for that.

Concerned with the area west of Mounts Mills approaching 613 that has an obstruction of view at

the corner where the stop sign is to the right; Engineer Rasimowicz stated that he will look into

this.

Congratulated the Philadelphia Eagles for their Super Bowl win.

Patrick Valvano, 192 Diamond Springs Dr. – Mr. Valvano stated that he emailed a letter to the

Mayor and Council President, as well as, Senator Greenstein regarding the legalization of

marijuana and mentioned an article in the Star Ledger proclaiming a former New Jersey lawmaker

and the State Police state to “Just Say No” to allowing marijuana within the Township. He does

not want marijuana in Monroe.

Roger Hannity (inaudible), 22 Harrigan Ave. – Asked about owning the land at the Golf Center and how that works as far as it being leased and who is responsible for paying the taxes on that property.

Administrator Weinberg explained that we wanted to acquire the land and currently our

Township Attorney is in on the negotiations to finalize.

Commented that for those who are concerned with marijuana, there is a medical dispensary

approximately five minutes away from Monroe Township, therefore if you have not noticed a

difference yet then you should not panic.

Asif Rajabali, 1 Walker Ct. – Commented that he was in support and passionate about not

allowing marijuana in the Township.

Chris Parker, 175 Disbrow Hill Rd. –Mr. Parker stated that Disbrow Hill Road is in great

disrepair and because of its condition it has become a traffic hazard. Engineer Rasimowicz

commented that the developer will be reconstructing the road and items on the punch list

given to them.

Stated that in regards to R-2-2018-066, the Open Space & Farmland Preservation Commission has

failed to meet in over 9 months and asked if they will be meeting regularly as they should be

meeting every 3 months; Council President Dalina stated that this will be addressed so regular

meetings are being held. Councilman Baskin added that he is the liaison to the Commission and

hopes they will be meeting.

George Gunkelman, 5 Kelly Ct. – Mr. Gunkelman asked what was changing regarding O-2-

2018-003; Council President Dalina stated that it was only detailing the structure of the Police

Department.

Asked if there was a breakdown as to how the recycling grant was given; Administrator Weinberg

answered that he could get a break out for him, adding that it costs $700,000 a year for bi-weekly

recycling pickup.

Mr. Gunkelman commented that a property on Spotswood-Englishtown Road bordering Mounts

Mills Road is in violation for milling operations and parking trucks on the property which is not

permitted. He asked what the state of that litigation is as it seems that the owner has disregarded

all notices of violations received; Engineer Rasimowicz and Administrator Weinberg answered

that the property is known as the Stone Museum and the judgement given last November was a

fine of $250 per day beginning from last March. Tickets continue to be issued and enforced and

the clock is still ticking with a $250 fine per day being given.

Michele Arminio, 9 Nathaniel St.– Mrs. Arminio commented on the task force being put together

in regards to the Training School, asking if the property will continue to be used as a prison; Mayor

Tamburro responded that once the property is vacated it should be considered removed as a prison

and if it does end up being utilized as one then the citizens should be alerted if it stays a prison.

He commented that he would love to see the Township purchase and pursue as Open Space for

schools and passive recreation.

Reported that at the last Planning Board meeting approved on a preliminary basis some additional

property on Spotswood-Englishtown Road and to her concern has been previously contaminated

by illegal fuel. The citizens should be made aware when things like this happen. Mrs. Arminio

asked how are we protected if the aquifers are contaminated as our ground water is precious to

Engineer Rasimowicz stated that this is being monitored by the EPA and DEP; Mike Barnes

also gave clarification that the water quality is the most pristine in town. Mrs. Arminio commented

that she hopes the Township would protect us.

Mrs. Arminio asked if there was a difference between COAH and Fair Housing as written in R-2-

2018-079; Administrator Weinberg answered that since COAH has been disbanded it has been

referred to as a variety of names, one of which is Fair Housing. Mrs. Arminio suggested that it be

written as COAH/Fair Housing on the resolutions and ordinances so the public knows it is one in

the same.

UPON MOTIONmade by Council Vice-President Schneider and seconded by Councilman Baskin, the Regular Meeting was Adjourned at 8:50pm.

ROLL CALL:Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye

Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Absent

Councilman Charles Dipierro Aye

Council Vice-President Elizabeth Schneider Aye

Council President Stephen Dalina Aye

Patricia Reid

PATRICIA REID, Township Clerk

Stephen Dalina

STEPHEN DALINA, Council President

Minutes were adopted on: March 5, 2018.