Monroe Council Minutes | 2/26/2018
THE FOLLOWING IS A PRELIMINARY AGENDA AND THERE MAY BE CHANGES MADE TO THE AGENDA BEFORE OR AT THE MEETING, AS PROVIDED BY LAW.
AGENDA MEETING OF THE MONROE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL | FEBRUARY 26, 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.
- ORDINANCE(S)for SECOND READINGat the Monday, March 5, 2018 Meeting:
O-2-2018-001 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING CHAPTER A132 OF THE MONROE TOWNSHIP CODE ENTITLED “CABLE TELEVISION ADVISORY COMMITTEE”.
O-2-2018-002 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING INCOME LIMITS, RESALE PRICES AND RENT LEVELS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
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”.
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.)
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)
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)
- ORDINANCE(S) forINTRODUCTION at the Monday, March 5, 2018 Meeting:
O-3-2018-007 ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF LAND APPEARING ON THE OFFICIAL TAX MAP OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE AS BLOCK 57, LOT 3.12.
(Forsgate Drive)
O-3-2018-008 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING CHAPTER 68A OF THE MONROE TOWNSHIP CODE ENTITLED, “THE MAYOR’S N.J. TRAINING SCHOOL OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION TASK FORCE”
O-3-2018-009 ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015-2018 SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL SALARY AND WAGE ORDINANCE.
(Adding – Electrician, per diem)
O-3-2018-010 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 122 OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE ENTITLED “VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC”.
(No turn on red Perrineville Rd/Union Valley Rd.)
TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 108 OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE ENTITLED “LAND DEVELOPMENT”, SPECIFICALLY ARTICLE XIII “GUARANTIES AND IMPROVEMENT PROCEDURES”.
- RESOLUTIONSfor CONSIDERATION under the CONSENT AGENDA at the Monday, March 5, 2018 Meeting:
R-3-2018-081 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF A PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE UPON THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE POSTED FOR SUNRISE ACRES (PB-924-04/PB-840-03)
(Gravel Hill Spotswood Road)
R-3-2018-082 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TITLE VI PROGRAM FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DIVISION ON AGING & DISABLED SERVICES, SENIOR BUS PROGRAM.
R-3-2018-083 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF CONSTRUCTION PERMIT FEES.
(various refunds totaling $3,503.00)
R-3-2018-084 RESOLUTION CONFIRMING ITS ACCEPTANCE OF THE COST-SHARE ALLOCATED TO THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE BY THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR THE PURCHASE OF A DEVELOPMENT EASEMENT ON BLOCK 20, LOTS 12.3 AND 14.3 “ESTATE OF ANTHONY ZIMBICKI SR.”. (Gravel Hill Road/Federal Road - 36.8 acres- Monroe Township’s 20% portion totals $198,720.00)
R-3-2018-085 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN ANNUAL SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH QUEUES ENFORTH DEVELOPMENT, INC. (Q.E.D.) ($38,328.00)
R-3-2018-086 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANCELLATION OF TAX SALE CERTIFICATE.
R-3-2018-087 RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE 2018 PROJECT PROPOSALS AS RECOMMENDED BY THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
(Prospect Plains Soccer Complex ADA Improvements)
R-3-2018-088 RESOLUTION PROVIDING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBER TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES.
R-3-2018-089 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SHAIN SCHAFFER, P.C. TO HANDLE VARIOUS WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIMS IN YEAR 2018 AS EXTRAORDINARY LITIGATION. ($15,000)
R-3-2018-090 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF TAX OVERPAYMENTS.
R-3-2018-091 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SHAIN SCHAFFER, P.C. TO HANDLE VARIOUS TAX COURT APPEALS IN YEAR 2018 AS EXTRAORDINARY LITIGATION. ($100,000)
R-3-2018-092 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF ADDITIONAL FEES TO SHAIN SCHAFFER, P.C. TO HANDLE MATTERS RELATED TO THE CASE OF TOWNSHIP OF MONROE v. BLACK ROCK ENTERPRISES, LLC et al. AND DR HORTON et al v. MONROE TOWNSHIPAS EXTRAORDINARY LITIGATION. ($7500 and $651.03)
R-3-2018-093 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MODIFICATION TO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CONTRACT AWARDED TO JAFFE COMMUNICATIONS INC. FOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP PUBLICATION. ($1,400)
R-3-2018-094 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ADVERTISE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS OF VARIOUS TOWNSHIP PROJECTS. 1) Remediation (glass removal) and Restoration of Veteran Park Fields 2) Purchase of a Low Boy Trailer for DPW.
R-3-2018-095 RESOLUTION PROVIDING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBERS TO THE CABLE TELEVISION ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
R-3-2018-096 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EMERGENCY 2018 TEMPORARY BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS.
R-3-2018-097 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BUDGET APPROPRIATION RESERVE TRANSFER.
R-3-2018-098 RESOLUTION OF THE MONROE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL
AUTHORIZING THE REJECTION OF BID RECEIVED FOR DANIEL P. RYAN MEMORIAL FIELD ADA RESTROOM IMPROVEMENTS AND RE-ADVERTISING FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
R-3-2018-099 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF CONTRACT
TO AQUATIC TECHNOLOGIES, INC. FOR WET BASIN MAINTENANCE. ($17,999.04)
R-3-2018-100 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF CONTRACT
TO J. FLETCHER CREAMER & SON FOR GUARDRAIL REPLACEMENT ON WYCOFF MILLS ROAD. ($23,320)
R-3-2018-101 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF SPOTSWOOD-ENGLISHTOWN ROAD
BETWEEN LEGENDS AND MOUNTS MILLS ROADS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A SANITARY SEWER FORCE MAIN AND PSE&G’s INSTALLATION OF A GAS MAIN WITHIN THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY.
R-3-2018-102 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO TJM CONTROLS, INC. FOR CONTRACT 470 “INSTRUMENTATION CALIBRATION AND SERVICE” BY THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (“M.T.U.D.”). (Per unit pricing)
R-3-2018-103 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO LONGO ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL, INC. FOR CONTRACT 475 – “MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SERVICES” BY THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (M.T.U.D.). (Per unit pricing)
R-3-2018-104 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO LONGO ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL, INC. FOR CONTRACT 474 – “ELECTRICAL REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES” BY THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (M.T.U.D.).
(Per unit pricing)
R-3-2018-105 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO R3M ENGINEERING, INC. FOR GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICES IN RELATION TO GEORGETOWN ESTATES PUMP STATION CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (“M.T.U.D.”) ($20,900)
R-3-2018-106 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO R3M ENGINEERING, INC. FOR GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICES IN RELATION TO VALUE ADDED ENGINEERING REVIEW, SAMPLE COLLECTION COORDINATION FORSGATE SEWER REVIEW & MISC. ENG. SERVICES FOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (“M.T.U.D.”). ($41,500)
R-3-2018-107 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO H2M & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICES IN RELATION TO A SEQUESTRATION AND CORROSION CONTROL STUDY FOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (“M.T.U.D.”) ($23,100)
R-3-2018-108 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO H2M & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICES IN RELATION TO REHABILITATION AND ELEVATING OF THE ROUTE 522 WATER TANK FOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (“M.T.U.D.”) ($78,100)
- 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, MARCH 5, 2018 – REGULAR MEETING
TOWNSHIP OF MONROE
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
AGENDA MEETING – FEBRUARY 26, 2018
The Council of the Township of Monroe met in the Municipal Building, 1 Municipal Plaza, for an Agenda Meeting.
The Agenda Meeting was Called to Order at 7:00 p.m. by Council President Stephen Dalina with a Salute to the Flag.
UPON ROLL CALLby the Township Clerk, Patricia Reid, the following members of Council were present: Councilman Baskin, Councilwoman Miriam Cohen, 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 Christine Robbins.
There were approximately nine (9) 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 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.
Council President Dalina read the following entitled ORDINANCES for SECOND READINGat
the MONDAY, MARCH 5, 2018 Regular Council Meeting:
O-2-2018-001 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING CHAPTER A132 OF THE MONROE TOWNSHIP CODE ENTITLED “CABLE TELEVISION ADVISORY COMMITTEE”.
O-2-2018-002 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING INCOME LIMITS, RESALE PRICES AND RENT LEVELS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
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”.
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.)
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)
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)
Council President Dalina read the following entitled ORDINANCES for INTRODUCTIONat the MONDAY, March 5, 2018 Regular Council Meeting:
O-3-2018-007 ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF LAND APPEARING ON THE OFFICIAL TAX MAP OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE AS BLOCK 57, LOT 3.12.
(Forsgate Drive)
O-3-2018-008 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING CHAPTER 68A OF THE MONROE TOWNSHIP CODE ENTITLED, “THE MAYOR’S N.J. TRAINING SCHOOL OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION TASK FORCE”
O-3-2018-009 ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2015-2018 SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL SALARY AND WAGE ORDINANCE.
(Adding – Electrician, per diem)
O-3-2018-010 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 122 OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE ENTITLED “VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC”.
(No turn on red Perrineville Rd/Union Valley Rd.)
TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 108 OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE ENTITLED “LAND DEVELOPMENT”, SPECIFICALLY ARTICLE XIII “GUARANTIES AND IMPROVEMENT PROCEDURES”.
Council President Dalina requested the following entitled RESOLUTIONSfor CONSIDERATION UNDER THE CONSENT AGENDA at the MONDAY, MARCH 5, 2018 Regular Council meeting be reviewed and any questions will be addressed:
R-3-2018-081 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF A PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE UPON THE ACCEPTANCE OF A MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE POSTED FOR SUNRISE ACRES (PB-924-04/PB-840-03)
(Gravel Hill Spotswood Road)
R-3-2018-082 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TITLE VI PROGRAM FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DIVISION ON AGING & DISABLED SERVICES, SENIOR BUS PROGRAM.
R-3-2018-083 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF CONSTRUCTION PERMIT FEES.
(various refunds totaling $3,503.00)
R-3-2018-084 RESOLUTION CONFIRMING ITS ACCEPTANCE OF THE COST-SHARE ALLOCATED TO THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE BY THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR THE PURCHASE OF A DEVELOPMENT EASEMENT ON BLOCK 20, LOTS 12.3 AND 14.3 “ESTATE OF ANTHONY ZIMBICKI SR.”. (Gravel Hill Road/Federal Road - 36.8 acres- Monroe Township’s 20% portion totals $198,720.00)
R-3-2018-085 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN ANNUAL SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH QUEUES ENFORTH DEVELOPMENT, INC. (Q.E.D.) ($38,328.00)
R-3-2018-086 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANCELLATION OF TAX SALE CERTIFICATE.
R-3-2018-087 RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE 2018 PROJECT PROPOSALS AS RECOMMENDED BY THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
(Prospect Plains Soccer Complex ADA Improvements)
R-3-2018-088 RESOLUTION PROVIDING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBER TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES.
R-3-2018-089 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SHAIN SCHAFFER, P.C. TO HANDLE VARIOUS WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIMS IN YEAR 2018 AS EXTRAORDINARY LITIGATION. ($15,000)
R-3-2018-090 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF TAX OVERPAYMENTS.
R-3-2018-091 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SHAIN SCHAFFER, P.C. TO HANDLE VARIOUS TAX COURT APPEALS IN YEAR 2018 AS EXTRAORDINARY LITIGATION. ($100,000)
R-3-2018-092 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF ADDITIONAL FEES TO SHAIN SCHAFFER, P.C. TO HANDLE MATTERS RELATED TO THE CASE OF TOWNSHIP OF MONROE v. BLACK ROCK ENTERPRISES, LLC et al. AND DR HORTON et al v. MONROE TOWNSHIPAS EXTRAORDINARY LITIGATION. ($7500 and $651.03)
R-3-2018-093 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MODIFICATION TO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CONTRACT AWARDED TO JAFFE COMMUNICATIONS INC. FOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP PUBLICATION. ($1,400)
R-3-2018-094 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ADVERTISE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS OF VARIOUS TOWNSHIP PROJECTS. 1) Remediation (glass removal) and Restoration of Veteran Park Fields 2) Purchase of a Low Boy Trailer for DPW.
R-3-2018-095 RESOLUTION PROVIDING ADVICE AND CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBERS TO THE CABLE TELEVISION ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
R-3-2018-096 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EMERGENCY 2018 TEMPORARY BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS.
R-3-2018-097 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BUDGET APPROPRIATION RESERVE TRANSFER.
R-3-2018-098 RESOLUTION OF THE MONROE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL
AUTHORIZING THE REJECTION OF BID RECEIVED FOR DANIEL P. RYAN MEMORIAL FIELD ADA RESTROOM IMPROVEMENTS AND RE-ADVERTISING FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
R-3-2018-099 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF CONTRACT
TO AQUATIC TECHNOLOGIES, INC. FOR WET BASIN MAINTENANCE. ($17,999.04)
R-3-2018-100 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF CONTRACT
TO J. FLETCHER CREAMER & SON FOR GUARDRAIL REPLACEMENT ON WYCOFF MILLS ROAD. ($23,320)
R-3-2018-101 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF SPOTSWOOD-ENGLISHTOWN ROAD
BETWEEN LEGENDS AND MOUNTS MILLS ROADS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A SANITARY SEWER FORCE MAIN AND PSE&G’s INSTALLATION OF A GAS MAIN WITHIN THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY.
R-3-2018-102 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO TJM CONTROLS, INC. FOR CONTRACT 470 “INSTRUMENTATION CALIBRATION AND SERVICE” BY THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (“M.T.U.D.”). (Per unit pricing)
R-3-2018-103 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO LONGO ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL, INC. FOR CONTRACT 475 – “MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SERVICES” BY THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (M.T.U.D.). (Per unit pricing)
R-3-2018-104 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO LONGO ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL, INC. FOR CONTRACT 474 – “ELECTRICAL REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES” BY THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (M.T.U.D.).
(Per unit pricing)
R-3-2018-105 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO R3M ENGINEERING, INC. FOR GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICES IN RELATION TO GEORGETOWN ESTATES PUMP STATION CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (“M.T.U.D.”) ($20,900)
R-3-2018-106 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO R3M ENGINEERING, INC. FOR GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICES IN RELATION TO VALUE ADDED ENGINEERING REVIEW, SAMPLE COLLECTION COORDINATION FORSGATE SEWER REVIEW & MISC. ENG. SERVICES FOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (“M.T.U.D.”). ($41,500)
R-3-2018-107 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO H2M & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICES IN RELATION TO A SEQUESTRATION AND CORROSION CONTROL STUDY FOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (“M.T.U.D.”) ($23,100)
R-3-2018-108 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO H2M & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR GENERAL ENGINEERING SERVICES IN RELATION TO REHABILITATION AND ELEVATING OF THE ROUTE 522 WATER TANK FOR THE MONROE TOWNSHIP UTILITY DEPARTMENT (“M.T.U.D.”) ($78,100)
Councilman Dipierro noted that he would have to abstain from Resolutions R-3-2018-081 and R-3-2018-092.
Councilman Dipierro asked how many water towers are in the Township; Mike Barnes answered that we have four towers, three being the same height and the fourth being 18 feet lower. He explained that we circulate the water but the tank becomes stagnant so we are going to raise the tank, adding 20 feet of new steel to the bottom. Councilman Dipierro asked if mixers have been used to which Mike Barnes answered yes, the mixers keep it circulating but the tank is stagnant. He added that we will be using the money from the Infrastructure Fund to complete this project. Councilman Dipierro asked what the cost of the mixers were; Mike Barnes would check and get back to him next council meeting.
Councilman Baskin asked for an explanation of the “Title Only” Ordinance; Council President Dalina explained that the summary received from the Township Attorney explains its purpose. Further clarifying that we are updating our Ordinance to include new language that the State has added.
Mayor’s Report – Reported that starting Wednesday police officers will be present in all of the schools to ensure the safety of our students. This will be for a few months while the School District amends their policy to allow armed security guards in the schools.
Administrator’s Report – No Report.
Engineer’s Report – No Report.
Council’s Reports:
Council Vice-President Schneider –
- Attended a Black History Month event put together by the Indian US Forum of Monroe Township. It was a very nice event.
- On Saturday evening, attended the Girl Scouts World Thinking Day. Over 77 girl scouts participated and they showed many different cultures. Extended thanks to the girl scout leaders and the parents for keeping the girl scouts alive.
Councilman Baskin–
- Also attended both events that Council Vice-President Schneider attended. Enjoyed the Fiji Island dancers.
- Attended the budget workshop for newly elected officials which was very informative.
Councilman Dipierro–
- Attended both of the Black History Month and Girl Scout World Thinking Day events.
- Attended a seminar in Trenton regarding the legalization of marijuana for medical purposes only. It was very informative.
Councilwoman Cohen–
- Attended the budget workshop seminar which had very valuable information.
- Unfortunately, was unable to attend the other two Township events as she was attending her grandson’s championship basketball game.
Council President Dalina –
- No Report.
PUBLIC:
Tom Bartley, 559 Spotswood-Englishtown Rd. – Mr. Bartley thanked the Mayor for his
leadership in putting security within each of the schools as it is really appreciated.
Asked if there were any Ordinances that could be created to reduce taxes as he currently is
paying over $30,000 a year and feels it is becoming a very rich township to live in and fears
that his children will be unable to continue to live here because of how high the taxes are.
Joseph Atanasio, 21 Wellington Pl. – Mr. Atanasio asked what the property would be used
for in regard to R-3-2018-084; Council President Dalina answered that it would be used for
Farmland Preservation, so it will be added to the larger picture of land that will not be developed
within the Township.
UPON MOTIONmade by Council Vice-President Schneider and seconded by Councilwoman Cohen, the Agenda Meeting of February 26, 2018 Adjourned at 7:15 PM.
ROLL CALL: Councilman Leonard Baskin Aye
Councilwoman Miriam Cohen Aye
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: _April 9, 2018.