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September 8, 2008 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE LITTLE SILVER BOROUGH COUNCIL September 8, 2008 The meeting was called to order and the Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act given by Mayor Castleman at 8:23 P.M. "Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by the mailing of a notice to the Asbury Park Press and The Two River Times, by filing same with the Clerk of the Borough of Little Silver and by prominently posting said notice on the bulletin board of the Borough Hall, all since January 7, 2008." The salute to the flag was led by Mayor Castleman and followed by a moment of silence. Roll Call: Present: Mayor Castleman, Mr. DeNoia, Mr. Gilmour, Mr. Morris, Mr. Neff, Mr. VanWinkle, Attorney Bennett and Mr. Biehl, Administrator/Clerk Absent: Mr. Bitman* *Arrived at 8:26 p.m. Mr. Biehl read the following: R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver did heretofore advertise for public quotes for snow plowing of the New Jersey Transit Parking Lot for the 2009 and 2010 snow season (January 1, 2009 – December 31, 2010); and WHEREAS, adequate funding for this expenditure is provided in the Railroad Parking Reserve; and WHEREAS, the following quote was received, opened and publicly read at 10:00 A.M. on August 22, 2008: TOTAL PRICE 5” SNOWFALL USING MINIMUM REQUIRED EQUIPMENT Ryser’s Landscape Supply, Inc. Little Silver $3,450.00; and WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator/Clerk has reviewed the quote and finding it to be in order recommends the quote submitted by Ryser’s Landscape Supply, Inc.; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the quote submitted by Ryser’s Landscape Supply, Inc. in the amount of $3,450.00 for snow plowing in the New Jersey Transit Parking Lot in the Borough of Little Silver be and is hereby accepted. Motion: Mr. Neff Second: Mr. Gilmour Council and Public Discussion: None Roll Call: Affirmative: Mr. DeNoia, Mr. Gilmour, Mr. Morris Mr. Neff, Mr. VanWinkle Negative: None Abstentions: None Mr. Biehl read the following: R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver did heretofore advertise for public bids for the 2008 Roadway Improvement Program in the Borough of Little Silver; and WHEREAS, specifications for the same were prepared by the Borough Engineer; and WHEREAS, the following bids were received by the Administrator/Clerk at 10:30 a.m. on August 28, 2008 opened and publicly read as follows: MECO, Inc. Clarksburg, NJ $405,965.50 Lucas Construction Group, Inc. Morganville, NJ $461,019.00 DNL, Inc. Oceanport, NJ $498,270.00 Seaview General Contracting Co., Inc. Sayreville, NJ $500,834.00 S&G Paving Inc. Monroe Township $508,352.19; and WHEREAS, the Borough Engineer has reviewed the bids and recommends to the Mayor and Council that the low bid submitted by MECO, Inc. be accepted; and WHEREAS, adequate funding for said improvements has been provided in Bond Ordinance #643-07 and #663-08; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the low bid submitted by MECO, Inc. in the amount of $405,965.50 for the 2008 Roadway Improvement Program in the Borough of Little Silver be and is hereby accepted; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Borough Administrator/Clerk be and is hereby authorized to return the bid bonds to the unsuccessful bidders. Motion: Mr. Bitman Second: Mr. Gilmour Council and Public Discussion: None Roll Call: Affirmative: Mr. Bitman, Mr. DeNoia, Mr. Gilmour, Mr. Morris Mr. Neff, Mr. VanWinkle Negative: None Abstentions: None Mayor Castleman welcome two Boy Scouts in attendance for a merit badge. PUBLIC HEARING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER VI, “LICENSING – GENERAL” OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF LITTLE SILVER, COUNTY OF MOMOUTH, STATE OF NEW JERSEY Mr. Biehl certified that same had been published in the Two River Times on August 15, 2008, posted on the bulletin board, with copies available to the public. Motion hearing be opened: Mr. Bitman Second: Mr. Gilmour Roll Call: Voice Vote - Ayes - Unanimous Mayor Castleman declared the hearing open and called for comments. Dan Levine asked how many licenses are given out every year. Police Chief Shannon Giblin replied that about 20 or 30 licenses are issued, that the number has gone done and work is being done to improve that. He further noted that they are trying to implement the program through the schools, to get more cooperation. Mayor Castleman noted that if the program was done through the schools, other information such as safety instruction, could be included. Mr. Levine added that more effort should be put in to educating parents and adults, as he sees many adults riding bikes without helmets, setting a bad example for children. Seeing no further comments, Mayor Castleman called for a Motion to close the hearing. Motion hearing be closed: Mr. Gilmour Second: Mr. Neff Roll Call: Voice Vote - Ayes - Unanimous Mayor Castleman declared the hearing closed and called for a second reading. Mr. Biehl introduced for second reading by title only: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER VI, “LICENSING – GENERAL” OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF LITTLE SILVER, COUNTY OF MOMOUTH, STATE OF NEW JERSEY Motion: Mr. VanWinkle Second: Mr. Gilmour Roll Call: Affirmative: Mr. Bitman, Mr. DeNoia, Mr. Gilmour, Mr. Morris Mr. Neff, Mr. VanWinkle Negative: None Abstentions: None PUBLIC HEARING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE FOR SALARIES OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE BOROUGH OF LITTLE SILVER, FOR THE YEAR 2008 Mr. Biehl certified that same had been published in the Two River Times on August 15, 2008 , posted on the bulletin board, with copies available to the public. Motion hearing be opened: Mr. Neff Second: Mr. Gilmour Roll Call: Voice Vote - Ayes - Unanimous Mayor Castleman declared the hearing open and called for comments. Seeing none, she called for a Motion to close the hearing. Motion hearing be closed: Mr. Morris Second: Mr. Neff Roll Call: Voice Vote - Ayes - Unanimous Mayor Castleman declared the hearing closed and called for a second reading. Mr. Biehl introduced for second reading by title only: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE FOR SALARIES OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE BOROUGH OF LITTLE SILVER, FOR THE YEAR 2008 Motion: Mr. Gilmour Second: Mr. Bitman Roll Call: Affirmative: Mr. Bitman, Mr. DeNoia, Mr. Gilmour, Mr. Morris, Mr. Neff, Mr. VanWinkle Negative: None Abstentions: None Consideration of Minutes for Regular Meetings and/or Special Meetings: July 9, 2008 Motion: Mr. Bitman Second: Mr. VanWinkle Council and Public Discussion: None Roll Call: Voice Vote – Ayes – Unanimous July 14, 2008 Motion: Mr. Bitman Second: Mr. Gilmour Council and Public Discussion: None Roll Call: Voice Vote – Ayes – Unanimous Consideration of Executive Session Minutes: None Communications: None Student remarks and brief remarks on the Agenda from other members of the Public: None Resolution - Payment of Bills and Claims, August 21, 2008 Mr. VanWinkle offered this resolution in favor of the payment of the following vouchers which have been properly authenticated and presented for payment representing expenditures for which an appropriation was duly made in the budget adopted by the governing body, including any emergency expenditures in the said appropriation for this payment of said vouchers and which the Municipal Financial Officer has certified that sufficient funds are available to pay the same from each designated appropriation. Check Disbursements Operating – Current Year $ 167,618.32 Operating – Prior Year 0.00 School Taxes 1,232,819.60 Contra 0.00 Capital 40,245.80 Grant 0.00 Various Trusts & Reserves 69,309.08 Escrow Projects 3,405.00 Payroll of 8/8/08, 8/22/08 $ 264,756.17 Void Checks: $ 0.00 Manual Checks: Master Escrow ck#72 $ 199.95 Current Fund cks# 11672/11673 222.77 EFT Payments $ 0.00 ACH Debit $ 0.00 Wire Transfers: $ 0.00 Total $ 1,828,576.69 I hereby certify that there are sufficient funds available to pay the above listed vouchers as submitted. Lynn Marie Gale, C.M.F.O., Chief Financial Officer. Motion: Mr. VanWinkle Second: Mr. DeNoia Council and Public Discussion: Roll Call: Affirmative: Mr. Bitman, Mr. DeNoia, Mr. Gilmour, Mr. Morris, Mr. Neff, Mr. VanWinkle Negative: None Abstentions: None Resolution - Payment of Bills and Claims, September 8, 2008 Mr. VanWinkle offered this resolution in favor of the payment of the following vouchers which have been properly authenticated and presented for payment representing expenditures for which an appropriation was duly made in the budget adopted by the governing body, including any emergency expenditures in the said appropriation for this payment of said vouchers and which the Municipal Financial Officer has certified that sufficient funds are available to pay the same from each designated appropriation. Check Disbursements Operating – Current Year $ 74,227.58 Operating – Prior Year 0.00 School Taxes 0.00 Contra 0.00 Capital 19,417.11 Grant 6,013.27 Various Trusts & Reserves 6,140.36 Escrow Projects 1,250.00 Payroll of 9/5/08 $ 141,321.22 Void Checks: $ 0.00 Manual Checks: Railroad Trust ck#1712 $ 1,539.21 EFT Payments $ 0.00 ACH Debit $ 0.00 Wire Transfers: $ 0.00 Total $ 249,908.75 I hereby certify that there are sufficient funds available to pay the above listed vouchers as submitted. Lynn Marie Gale, C.M.F.O., Chief Financial Officer. Motion: Mr. VanWinkle Second: Mr. Gilmour Council and Public Discussion: None Roll Call: Affirmative: Mr. Bitman, Mr. DeNoia, Mr. Gilmour, Mr. Morris, Mr. Neff, Mr. VanWinkle Negative: None Abstentions: None REPORTS OF COUNCIL MEMBERS: FIRE, FIRST AID AND NEWSLETTER (Board of Health, Public Affairs, Library Trustees): Mayor Castleman announced that Mr. Morris will take over as Council Representative in the capacity in which Mr. Galante served. Mr. Morris reported that he met with the Fire Department, and has spoken to Linda Goff, Newsletter Editor, and will meet with her. POLICE AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS (Traffic Safety Committee, Drug Alliance, Local Emergency Planning Council): Mr. Gilmour requested an Executive Session following this meeting. He also asked Mr. Biehl about the pending plumbling repairs at the Police Station. Mr. Biehl replied that the work will be done when other Borough Hall plumbing work is done. He said he is working with the Borough Engineer on this. Mr. Gilmour further noted that a letter had been received from the Borough of Rumson indicating that they were withdrawing from the plans for Shared Services. He said that he would have further information the next time the Shared Services Committee meets. Mr. Gilmour then reported that the Traffic and Safety Committee has been meeting regularly, and is moving forward with a new drop-off plan for Markham Place School. BUILDINGS, GROUNDS, EQUIPMENT, STREET LIGHTS (Recreation, Waterfront Committee, Downtown Development Committee, Little Silver Cross Acceptance Liaison): Mr. Bitman reported that the Soccer season opened this week. He said there was another act of vandalism on the soccer nets. He further reported that capital has been set aside for Santelle Park, and that a meeting had taken place with the residents on the street. He said all input will be considered before a vote is taken to implement the plan. Mr. Bitman also reported a suggestion was made for the old street signs, that are currently being replaced, be given to Parks and Recreation and possibly having a sale for them. Mr. Bitman then added that he is dissatisfied with the Mayor and Council Workshop Meetings being held just prior to the Council Meetings, and would prefer going back to having the Workshop Meetings on Thursday nights. Mr. DeNoia asked about the new street signs. Mr. Bitman replied that the replacement was state mandated, and the new signs will be placed on all streets. The cost is being borne by the Borough. PERSONNEL (Environmental Commission, Shade Tree Commission, Open Space): Mr. Neff reported that the Environmental Commission is working hard on the E.R.I. (Environmental Resource Inventory), which is anticipated to be a valuable resource within the Borough. He further reported that the discussion regarding the Spruce tree on the Borough Hall lawn has been tabled at this time, perhaps for later discussion if necessary. PUBLIC WORKS (Planning Board, Americans With Disabilities Act Committee, Parker Homestead Liaison, Recycling): Mr. DeNoia reported that this month’s Planning Board is September 16. He further reported that the DPW is diligently trying to meet the Stormwater Management regulations by picking up brush. He also reported that the ingress/egress at the Public Works Recycling facility is within a few weeks of being resolved. He said the there will now be a second opening, so vehicles will enter and exit through separate locations. FINANCE AND BUDGET AND INSURANCE (Property Maintenance, Business and Professional Association, Finance Advisory): Mr. VanWinkle reported that the Business and Professional Association has a new-found enthusiasm, with more involvement and new ideas, and will be having their second meeting this Wednesday. Council and Public Discussion: None Mayor's Report: Mayor Castleman said she checked with the County on when they will put a double line on Rumson Road, between Branch Avenue and Prospect Avenue, designating it a no-passing zone. She said the current passing zone goes right through the crosswalk for the school. Mayor Castleman also reported that the bridge at Point Road School will be started sometime next summer. She added that the traffic light at Prospect Avenue and Harding Road will not be done until next spring. Mayor Castleman also reported that the architectural firm for the Parker Homestead has worked on measurements and plans for restoring the barns. Other Reports: Mr. Biehl gave the Financial Summary for the Month of July, 2008: Cash on Hand Beginning of the Month $ 8,885,149.00 Total Monthly Receipts 206,196.00 Total Monthly Disbursements 514,743.00 Cash on Hand End of Month $ 8,576,602.00 He noted that the majority of the Borough’s invested funds are in the New Jersey Cash Management Fund at an average rate for the month of 2.23 %. Old Business: None New Business: Consent Agenda: Mayor Castleman announced that the following Resolutions had been discussed and would now be approved by Consent Agenda. Motion: Mr. Neff Second: Mr. VanWinkle Roll Call: Affirmative: Mr. Bitman, Mr. DeNoia, Mr. Gilmour, Mr. Morris Mr. Neff, Mr. VanWinkle Negative: None Abstentions: None R E S O L U T I O N BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that a resolution designating 2008 salaries for employees of the Borough of Little Silver adopted on July 14, 2008 be and is hereby amended as follows: DELETE: (Effective January 1, 2008) Sharon Kavendek Clerk’s Assistant $36,575.00 Laura Geraghty Bookkeeper Clerk $18,287.00 Laura Geraghty Deputy Tax Collector $18,288.00 DELETE: (Effective August 5, 2008) Michael Olimpi Property Maintenance Code Enforcement Officer $ 3,943.00 ADD: (Effective January 1, 2008) Sharon Kavendek Clerk’s Assistant $39,075.00 Laura Geraghty Bookkeeper Clerk $19,537.00 Laura Geraghty Deputy Tax Collector $19,538.00 ADD: (Effective August 5, 2008) Michael Olimpi Property Maintenance Code Enforcement Officer $ 5,943.00 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the following named personnel are eligible for educational credit benefits in the amount listed respectively and such amount shall be added to the Base Salary in accordance with the 2008 Salary Ordinance. Laura Geraghty $1,000.00 Christopher Boyle 500.00 BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that a certified copy of this Resolution be transmitted to the Borough Chief Financial Officer to make the necessary payroll adjustments. R E S O L U T I O N BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that a resolution designating salaries for employees of the Borough of Little Silver adopted on July 14, 2008 be and is hereby amended as follows: ADD: William W. Morris, Jr. Council Member $2,500.00 (Effective August 4, 2008) BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this resolution be transmitted to the Chief Financial Officer as her authority to make the necessary payroll changes. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the Governing Body adopted a Resolution at their meeting of July 14, 2008 awarding a quote to Fernandes Construction, Inc., South River, NJ for the installation of a concrete driveway with depressed curb at the Department of Public Works Garage Facility on Fairview Avenue and installation of 320 square feet of existing rip-rap on a four inch concrete bed for bank stabilization at the intersection of Little Silver Point Road and Prospect Avenue in the amount of $7,650.00; and WHEREAS, Fernandes Construction, Inc. extended the concrete driveway with depressed curb at the Department of Public Works Garage Facility on Fairview Avenue for an additional cost of $300.00; and WHEREAS, the work has been completed to the Borough Engineer’s satisfaction and recommends full payment to Fernandes Construction, Inc.; and WHEREAS, adequate funding for the extended concrete driveway with depressed curb at the Department of Public Works Garage Facility is contained in Bond Ordinance #476-99 and Bond Ordinance #643-07; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver hereby amends the Resolution that was adopted at their meeting of July 14, 2008 from $7,650.00 to $7,950.00, to include an increase of $300.00. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver have determined it to be in the best interest of the taxpayers to limit the terminal leave currently available to Borough employees; IT IS NOW THEREFORE RESOLVED that the policy as set forth in the Employee Manual shall now read as follows: It is the policy of the Borough of Little Silver to award payment for terminal leave upon retirement in good standing in accordance with the guidelines below. (1) As of the passage of this resolution on September 8, 2008, those employees that have accumulated at least $20,250 in unused sick days and compensation time shall be eligible, upon retirement, to choose either (a) to use all said unused time as compensation time pursuant to past practice; or (b) a lump sum payment equivalent to the value of the unused sick days and compensation time, not to exceed $20,250. (2) As of the passage of this resolution on September 8, 2008, those employees that have accumulated at least $15,000 but less than $20,250 in unused sick days and compensation time may, upon retirement, choose to received a lump sum payment equivalent to the value of the unused sick days and compensation time, not to exceed $20,249. (3) As of the passage of this resolution on September 8, 2008, those employees that have accumulated less than $15,000 in unused sick days and compensation time may, upon retirement, choose to received a lump sum payment equivalent to the value of the unused sick days and compensation time, not to exceed $14,999. (4) All employees hired after September 8, 2008 may, during their employment with the Borough of Little Silver, accumulate a maximum of $14,999 in unused sick days and compensation time. Said employees may, upon retirement, choose to received a lump sum payment equivalent to the value of the unused sick days and compensation time, not to exceed $14,999. (5) The employee shall provide written notice of the date of intended retirement by December 31 of the prior year, and at least 90 days in advance of said retirement, in order to receive the benefits described above. This policy shall apply to member of the Little Silver Police Department subject to the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement in place at the time of retirement of the officer seeking to apply this policy. In the event that this policy and the collective bargaining agreement conflict, the terms of the collective bargaining agreement shall control. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, a need exists within the Little Silver Department of Public Works for one new Oxford White, 2009 Ford F250 SuperCab truck with 8 foot cargo bed; basic warranty (3 years/36,000 miles); drivetrain (5 years/60,000 miles); corrosion (5 years/unlimited miles); roadside assistance (5 year/60,000 miles); and WHEREAS, adequate funding has been provided for said purchase in Ordinance #661-08; and WHEREAS, the Director of the Department of Public Works has obtained the following quote for said truck under State Purchase Contract #A70988: Ditschman/Flemington Ford Fleet Sales Flemington, NJ $26,514.00; and WHEREAS, standard equipment to include 5.4L V8 gas engine with 5 speed automatic transmission, air conditioning; AM/FM stereo radio with 2 speakers and clock, dual air bags; 4 wheel power ABS brakes, front and rear disc, power steering; standard trailer tow package, wiring, harness, HD cooling; LT245/75Rx17E BSW all season tires; painted front and rear bumpers, step type rear bumper; full width vinyl bench seat with manual recline adjustment; tachometer, speedometer, oil pressure, transmission temp, engine time, and fuel gauge; and interval windshield wipers, power pint, standard XL trim; and WHEREAS, the following options and installation are required: limited slip rear axle; LT265/70Rx17E BSW all terrain tires; trailer hitch receiver, 12.3K rated, 2”box, class V; power windows, locks and mirrors, remote keyless entry; XL plus, AM/FM single CD radio with clock, cruise control and tilt wheel; XL décor pkg, front and rear chrome bumpers, jewel head lamps; chrome grille, requires XL décor; tough bed factory spray on bed line, includes tailgate guard, black; snow plow prep package; Meyer EX mount express AG8 E68 hoist plow, hitch stays for front of truck; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the Borough Administrator/Clerk be and is hereby authorized to purchase one new Oxford White, 2009 Ford F250 SuperCab truck with 8 foot cargo bed to include the above referenced options and installation along with: basic warranty ( 3 years/36,000 miles); drivetrain (5 years/60,000 miles); corrosion (5 years/unlimited miles); roadside assistance (5 year/60,000 miles) in the amount of $21,387.00 under State Purchase Contract #A70988 including installation of all equipment from Ditschman/Flemington Ford Fleet Sales. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the Little Silver Fire Department is in need of nine turnout jackets, ten turnout pants, nineteen pairs firefighter boots; two firefighter helmets; ten pairs firefighter gloves; and ten nomex hoods; and WHEREAS, the following quote has been solicited under State Contract #71048: Murphy Fire & Safety, Inc. Kearny, NJ $22,337.63; and WHEREAS, adequate funding for said purchase is contained in Ordinance #661-08; and WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator/Clerk has reviewed the quote and finding it to be in order recommends it to the Mayor and Council; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the Borough Administrator/Clerk be and is hereby authorized to purchase the above referenced items from Murphy Fire & Safety, Inc. in the amount of $22,337.63. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the Little Silver Volunteer Fire Department is in need of complete fire pump testing at draft for three fire pumps and ground ladder testing for 10 ladders; and WHEREAS, adequate funding for this purchase is contained in the 2008 Operating Budget; and WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has solicited the following quotes: NJEV (P&L Custom) Manasquan, NJ $ 1,500.00 Underwriters Laboratories Northbrook, IL $1,837.50; and WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator/Clerk has reviewed the quotes and finding them in order recommends the low quote submitted by NJEV (P&L Custom) be accepted; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the low quote submitted by NJEV (P&L Custom) in the amount of $1,500.00 for complete fire pump testing at draft for three fire pumps and complete aerial ladder testing along with ground ladder testing for 10 ladders be and is hereby accepted. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the Little Silver Volunteer Fire Department is in need of complete fire apparatus service for three pumpers; and WHEREAS, adequate funding for this purchase is contained in the 2008 Operating Budget; and WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has solicited the following quotes: NJEV (P&L Custom) Manasquan, NJ $ 4,155.00 Fire and Safety Services South Plainfield, NJ $ 5,655.00 TASC Fire Equipment Farmingdale, NJ NO QUOTE; and WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator/Clerk has reviewed the quotes and finding them in order recommends the low quote submitted by NJEV (P&L Custom) be accepted; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the low quote submitted by NJEV (P&L Custom) in the amount of $4,155.00 for complete fire apparatus service be and is hereby accepted. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the Little Silver Volunteer Fire Department rescue truck is in need of two pull out trays to be located on each side of the rear cab compartment and one 20” wide stow away step with installation; and WHEREAS, adequate funding for this purchase is contained in Ordinance 661-08; and WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has solicited the following quote: NJEV (P&L Custom) Manasquan, NJ $2,625.00; and WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator/Clerk has reviewed the quote and finding it to be in order recommends the quote submitted by NJEV (P&L Custom) be accepted; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the quote submitted by NJEV (P&L Custom) in the amount of $2,625.00 for the aforementioned be and is hereby accepted. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the Little Silver Volunteer Fire Department is in need of: one pilot 4 gas meter H2S, OX, CO, EX (Calibrated to methane); one 4 gas mixture (methane) calibration kit; two deluxe status boards; one 18” positive pressure fan electric; one 14” partner rescue saw kit with full size case; one Akron mercury quick attack monitor with mounting bracket and stacked tips; two storz spanner wrench sets with mounting plate; one black crib kit; one 16’ roof ladder; three 36” flat head axe fiberglass; three 30” halligan bars; two 14’ x 18’ vinyl salvage covers; two 12’ x 14’ vinyl salvage cover; two 30” x 20’ vinyl runners; ten air mask bags and one power hawk auto crib set; and WHEREAS, adequate funding for this purchase is contained in Ordinance 661-08; and WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has solicited the following quotes: Continental Fire and Safety Trenton, NJ $10,517.10 Darley Fire Equipment Itasca, IL $11,725.00 Murphy Fire and Safety Kearny, NJ No Quote All Hands Fire Equipment Wall Twp, NJ No Quote; and WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator/Clerk has reviewed the quotes and finding them in order recommends the low quote submitted by Continental Fire and Safety be accepted; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the low quote submitted by Continental Fire and Safety in the amount of $10,517.10 for the aforementioned equipment be and is hereby accepted. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the Little Silver Police Department is in need of two Beretta, CX4, Storm , .45 caliber riffles, two Streamlight M3x tactical lights and two Blackhawk V-Tac single point slings; and WHEREAS, adequate funding has been provided for said purchase in Ordinance #661-08; and WHEREAS, the Chief of Police has obtained the following quote under State Purchase Contract #A67878: Lawmen Supply Company Egg Harbor City, NJ $1,556.22; and WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator/Clerk has reviewed the quote and finding it to be in order recommends the quote submitted by Lawmen Supply Company be accepted; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the Borough Administrator/Clerk be and is hereby authorized to purchase the aforementioned items under State Purchase Contract #A67878 in the amount of $1,556.22. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, New Jersey Natural Gas Company has applied to the Board of Public Utilities for a price adjustment for all applicable service customers; and WHEREAS, the proposed increases include an approximately 18 percent residential increase and a 19 percent commercial increase; and WHEREAS, said rate increase, if approved, could cause the gas bills of the Borough to increase by approximately $9,900.00 from $55,000.00 to $64,900.00; and WHEREAS, Little Silver residents as taxpayers and rate payers are already over burdened with new taxes and high utility costs; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver opposes the proposed rate increase due to its inflationary nature and the additional financial strain it will place on Little Silver residents; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this resolution be sent to N.J. Board of Public Utilities, State Senator Jennifer Beck, Assemblyman Declan O’Scanlon, Assemblywoman Caroline Casagrande and the Two River Council of Mayors. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, on or about May 3, 2005, the Borough of Little Silver became the record owner of certain property located at 466 Prospect Avenue, Little Silver, also known as Block 37, Lot 25 on the Little Silver Borough Tax Map; and WHEREAS, the Borough’s acquisition of the aforesaid property requires that the municipal portion of the 2008 real estate taxes be canceled. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Borough Council of the Borough of Little Silver as follows: 1. That the municipal portion of the 2008 real estate taxes, including all interest, assessed against Block 37, Lot 25 on the Little Silver Borough Tax Map, in the following amounts, be canceled: 1st Quarter: $ 557.79 2nd Quarter: $ 557.79 3rd Quarter: $ 570.95 4th Quarter: $570.95 $2,257.47 2. That a certified copy of this Resolution shall be provided to each of the following: a. Borough Tax Collector b. Borough Tax Assessor c. Borough Attorney R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, application has been made to the Borough of Little Silver by the Red Bank Regional Buccaneer Booster Club for On Premise 50/50 Raffles on the following dates: September 12, 2008 September 20, 2008 October 4, 2008 October 18, 2008 November 1, 2008; and WHEREAS, all requirements have been complied with for the holding of such Raffles; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the application for On Premise 50/50 Raffles by the Red Bank Regional Buccaneer Booster Club be and is hereby approved. R E S O L U T I O N BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that a resolution designating 2008 salaries for employees of the Borough of Little Silver adopted on July 14, 2008 be and is hereby amended as follows: Delete: (effective September 8, 2008) Peter Giblin Special Police Officer Class I $16.30/hour Add: (effective September 8, 2008) Peter Giblin Special Police Officer Class II $16.30/hour BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that a certified copy of this Resolution be transmitted to the Borough Chief Financial Officer to make the necessary payroll adjustments. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Red Bank Regional High School District is desirous of having the Borough of Little Silver Police Department provide the services of one full time police officer as the “Safe Schools Resource Officer” during the school year; and WHEREAS, the Chief of Police of the Borough of Little Silver has recommended Patrolman Peter Gibson; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver have agreed to the assignment of Patrolman Peter Gibson as the “Safe Schools Resource Officer”; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver and Red Bank Regional High School District recognize the potential benefits of this program and have agreed to enter into the attached agreement; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the Mayor and Borough Clerk be and are hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with Red Bank Regional High School for the Safe Schools Resource Officer in accordance with the attached agreement. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the Borough of Little Silver did heretofore award a quote on July 14, 2008 to Caruso Construction, Long Branch, NJ for various repairs to the exterior of the Little Silver Public Library in an amount not to exceed $18,300.00 based on the Borough Engineer's estimated quantities and materials; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver wish to amend said Resolution to include the repair and painting of five additional exterior window units in accordance with the attached Changer Order #1; and WHEREAS, this Change Order falls within the legal limit established pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:31-4.2; and WHEREAS, adequate funding for this purchase is contained in Ordinance #644-07; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the agreement with Caruso Construction is hereby amended to $19,800.00 from $18,300.00, an increase of $1,500.00 for the repair and painting of five additional window units for the Little Silver Public Library building in accordance with Change Order #1. Public Portion Remarks of the citizens for the good of the Borough: None Mayor Castleman called for a Motion to adjourn to Executive Session: RESOLUTION EXECUTIVE SESSION: BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Little Silver that the following portion of this meeting dealing with personnel matters shall not be open to the public; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that it is anticipated that the matters to be discussed and considered in private may be disclosed to the public when the reason in closed session discussion and action no longer exists; and BE IT STILL FURTHER RESOLVED that private consideration is deemed required and is permitted because of the following noted exception set forth in the Act: personnel. Motion: Mr. Gilmour Second: Mr. DeNoia Vote: Voice Vote – Ayes – Unanimous The Meeting was adjourned to Executive Session at 9:02 p.m. Mayor Castleman called for a Motion to resume the Regular Order of Business: Motion: Mr. Gilmour Second: Mr. VanWinkle Roll Call: Present: Mayor Castleman, Mr. DeNoia, Mr. Gilmour, Mr. Morris, Mr. Neff, Mr. VanWinkle, Attorney Bennett and Mr. Biehl, Administrator/Clerk Absent: None The Regular Order of Business was resumed at 10:12 p.m. Motion to Adjourn: Mr. Gilmour Second: Mr. DeNoia Roll Call: Voice Vote - Ayes – Unanimous The meeting was adjourned at 10:13 p.m. Michael D. Biehl Administrator/Clerk | |||||||||||||||
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