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Minutes: April 21, 2022

A. OPENING OF REGULAR MEETING

1. Call to Order

A regular meeting of the Randolph Township Council was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Potter. This meeting is held pursuant to the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act. Adequate notice of the meeting has been provided by posting written notice of the time, date, location and, to the extent known, the agenda of the meeting in Randolph Township. This notice was posted on the Bulletin Board within Town Hall, it was filed with the Township Clerk, and it was provided to those persons or entities requesting notification. Notice was also provided to the Randolph Reporter and the Morris County Daily Record on November 19, 2021, by emailing them the annual resolution adopted by the Council on November 18, 2021. The annual resolution, which included this meeting date, was advertised in the Randolph Reporter, the official newspaper of the Township of Randolph and the Daily Record on November 24, 2021.

2. Roll Call

PRESENT:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

Also present: Township Manager Mountain, Township CFO Bonanno, and Township Attorney Edward J. Buzak (via phone)

3. Pledge of Allegiance

Mayor Potter led the Pledge of Allegiance.

B. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Seeing and hearing none, the public portion was closed.

C. APPOINTMENT

1. R-90-22 Appointment of the Township Manager - Effective Date - July 1, 2022

Mayor Potter introduced Gregory V. Poff II as the new Township Manager. She shared that Mr. Poff served as the Sussex County Administrator since April 2017. As county administrator, Mr. Poff supervises, directs, and manages all administrative departments throughout Sussex County. Prior to this position, he was the Township Administrator of Rockaway Township for ten years and Township Manager of Byram Township from 2004 to 2007. He also served as Assistant Township Manager for Randolph Township from 1999 to 2004.

She shared that in November 2019, the New Jersey Municipal Management Association awarded Mr. Poff the Dr. Thomas J. Davy Academic Achievement Award for the creation of a newly elected officials' orientation and training program.

Mr. Poff is one of seven professional government managers in New Jersey recognized as a credentialed manager by the International City/County Management Association (ICMA). She explained that to receive the prestigious ICMA credential, the individual must possess significant experience as a senior local government executive, have earned a degree in public administration, and demonstrate a commitment to high standards of integrity and lifelong professional development.

Mr. Poff holds a BA in policy and management studies from Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA and an MPA from Rutgers University. He is a member of the New Jersey Municipal Management Association, the ICMA, the Pi Alpha Alpha National Public Administration Honor Society and the National Eagle Scout Association.

She commented that Mr. Poff clearly stood out after the comprehensive search process for the new Township Manager. She stated that he possessed a tremendous amount of experience as a professional government manager both at the municipal and county level, is highly educated, has a strong desire to further his development, and is familiar with Randolph Township and its operations. She commented that Mr. Poff was a great fit for the municipal organization and the entire community.

She thanked the Township Council for their efforts during the search for the new manager. She thanked Council Member Carey and Council Member Loveys for serving on the Search Committee.

Council Member Loveys thanked Mayor Potter and Council Member Carey for their commitment and dedication to the search process. He thanked Dan Mason of Jersey Professional Management; the executive recruitment firm that assisted with the search, for his guidance and advice throughout the process.

He shared that he felt the pressure and stress of the process as appointing a Township Manager was one of the most important duties of the Township Council. He commented that the township has had a strong tradition of having excellent managers, which also included the tenure of Manager Mountain. He welcomed Mr. Poff to the role, and commented that he and the township council believe Mr. Poff would continue the township's tradition of excellence.

Council Member Carey echoed Council Member Loveys comments. She added that Mr. Mason was a great help throughout the process. She stated that the search was run well and had great results. She remembered Mr. Poff's time serving as Assistant Manager in Randolph. She was very happy to vote on this resolution and hoped it would be a long and happy relationship.

Council Member Forstenhausler commented that the process has worked out well. He welcomed Mr. Poff and stated that he looked forward to working together.

Council Member Loveys made a motion to adopt R-90-22 Appointment of the Township Manager. Council Member Carey seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

NAYS: None

Mr. Poff thanked the Township Council. He stated that Randolph was where he started his career in public service, and that it was an honor and a privilege to be coming back to serve the community. He thanked the council for their support and commented that he was looking forward to working with the council, the township staff, and the township residents of the greater Randolph community.

D. MANAGER'S REPORT

Manager Mountain reported the following:

Environmental Master Plan - A resolution to appoint Pinto Consulting, LLC to lead the development of a township Environmental Action Plan is under the combined action items for this meeting. The Pinto proposal culminates a lengthy effort by staff to secure a cost-effective facilitator for the project. The project goal is to develop an action plan for the township that will identify and prioritize environmental sustainability initiatives that will help guide the funding of such initiatives in the future. The Pinto proposal demonstrates an excellent understanding of what the township is looking to accomplish with the project, in addition to highlighting the very experienced team that will be working on the project.

Pinto consulting will be working with an advisory committee of citizen volunteers, assembled last year by the Council Sustainability Work Group (consisting of Council Member Veech, Council Member Carey, and Mayor Potter); Planning and Zoning Administrator Darren Carney will also be providing staff support to the project. The project is anticipated to be finalized by the end of 2022 for presentation to the Township Council in early 2023.

Water & Sewer Payment Plan - A resolution approving the terms and conditions of a twelve-month installment payment plan for water and sewer customers in arrears for the State Pandemic Relief Executive Order is under the combined action items for this meeting. The executive order prohibits municipalities from charging residential customers interest, fees, charges and penalties for late payments accruing between March 9, 2020 and March 15, 2022. The state requires that municipalities make the twelve-month payment plan available to these individuals. This resolution authorizes the Township Tax/Utility Collector to offer and execute such agreements should they be requested by any rate payer in arrears for the aforementioned period.

Morris Park Alliance Award - Along with representatives of the Township Council, Park Committee, and Recreation Department, he attended the Morris Park Alliance Award Ceremony. The township accepted the Facility Award for municipalities over 18,000 in population. The Park Award was the highlight of the evening, as most of the other awards were for smaller projects, programs and recognition of individuals. Randolph resident and Parks Alliance member Joe Nazzaro did an outstanding job presenting the award, highlighting the park's many amenities and the contribution of the Township Council, staff and project designer to the project. The Morris Park Alliance award is the first of many awards that the township anticipates the park will receive in the coming years.

Acknowledgement of New Township Manager Appointment - The Township Council has appointed Greg Poff as successor to Manager Mountain's role as the Township Manager. Manager Mountain shared that he has known Mr. Poff since his days as Randolph's Assistant Manager; he has had the pleasure of working with Mr. Poff on collaboration projects between Randolph and Mendham Township. He commented that Mr. Poff has grown as a municipal management professional, serving with distinction in several local communities as manager and most recently as County Administrator for Sussex County. Manager Mountain commented that Mr. Poff possesses the ideal combination of professionalism, experience and temperament and that he would be a perfect fit for the community. He stated that he was thrilled with the council's decision to appoint Mr. Poff as his successor.

E. 2022 MUNICIPAL BUDGET/PUBLIC HEARING ADOPTION

1. Municipal Budget Presentation

Manager Mountain presented an overview of the 2022 Municipal Budget and Water and Sewer Budget. He explained that the township is guided by four critical questions when assembling the budget:

• Will any element of the proposed budget create or compound challenges in 2022 and beyond?
• How are reductions to the budget's bottom line balanced with expectations on the municipal organization by the public?
• How will actions to defer an expenditure impact the following year's budget and will the township be able to catch up in the future?
• Will the decisions that shape this year's budget make Randolph a stronger community five years from now?

He explained that the budget process began in August or September of the prior year. An extensive line-level review is conducted with department heads and township staff. He and CFO Bonanno analyzed and reviewed trends and other areas that contribute to the construction of the budget. A number of presentations and discussions are held with the council, the requesting department agencies, and the public to get the budget to a point for manager/council deliberation. He stated that the budget introduction was held on March 17.

He commented that the proposed budget reflected the resilience, ingenuity, and innovation of the township organization in response to the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic. He explained that the budget was a structurally sound spending plan that meets all of the community's critical service needs while balancing the impact on municipal taxes.

Manager Mountain reviewed the following 2022 budget details:

• Municipal Budget and Capital Improvement Program total $33,243,945. This represents a 1.92% increase in operating expenses from the adopted 2021 budget.
• The tax rate for the Municipal Budget and Open Space/Recreation tax are proposed to remain at the same level as in 2021.
• No tax increase in the municipal tax rate for 2022. This marks the sixth consecutive municipal budget to be adopted without an increase on the municipal tax rate.
• The 2022 Budget again does not exceed the 2 percent tax levy cap. The township ended 2021 with a fund balance of $8,030,929 and we project that this budget will regenerate a similar if not greater fund balance by the end of 2022.

The Budget achieves all of the goals set at the outset of the process:

• Maintain or enhance services while maintaining existing staffing levels.
• Minimize impact on the municipal tax rate.
• Continue aggressive investment in support of the community's physical infrastructure.
• Manage use of surplus in support of budget towards non-recurring expenditures.
• Maintain Randolph's "AAA" Bond Rating.

2022 Budget Appropriations:

Percentage of Township Budget for Expenditures:

• Debt Service 2.66%
• Municipal Library 3.31%
• Capital 5.73%
• Community Programs 8.00%
• Statutory and Other Charges 9.09%
• Reserve for Uncollected Taxes 8.61%
• Insurance 14.24%
• Public Works 15.19%
• General Government 15.34%
• Public Safety 17.83%

2022 Revenues:

Percentage Sources of Revenues:

• Receipt Delinquent Taxes 1.75%
• State Aid 5.63%
• Miscellaneous Revenues 10.00%
• Surplus 17.58%
• Property Tax (Primary Source of Budget) 65.04%

Shared Services that the Township provides:

• Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council Lead Agency
• Health Services to Roxbury Township and Rockaway Borough
• Animal Control Services to Dover, Rockaway Borough, Mendham Township and Mendham Borough
• Mendham Township Tax Collector

Shared Services that the Township receives:

• Construction Services from Roxbury Township
• 911 Dispatch Services from Morris County
• Recycling Disposal Services from Morris County
• Sewer Treatment from the Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority (RVRSA) and the Morris Township Butterworth Sewer Treatment Plan

Shared Services that the Township has partnerships with:

• Public Works Maintenance Facility (Randolph BOE)
• Computer Services (Randolph BOE)
• Land Acquisition (Randolph BOE)
• Athletic Facilities (Randolph BOE)
• Insurance (Morris JIF/HIF)
• Energy Aggregation (NJSEM)
• Purchase of Public Works Equipment (Multiple Towns)
• Mutual Aid - Emergency Services (Multiple Towns)

2022 Water and Sewer Budget:

• 2022 Water Budget totals $3,666,265
• 2022 Sewer Budget totals $4,476,987
• Combined Water & Sewer budget totals $8,143,252, a 2.63% increase from the 2021 budget.
• An analysis of the two funds at the end of 2021 found both to be in good financial order.

The water utility's spending plan for 2022 is conservative, in order to allow the utility's fund balance to regenerate from the rate restructuring approved in 2019. This year in addition to regular operational activities, the department will be continuing efforts to aggressively replace meters, fire hydrants and valves with the long-standing goal of limiting water loss in the system.

The sewer utility budget contains funding for several capital initiatives above and beyond regular operational costs, including the upgrade of several aging pump stations, and the purchase of new service vehicles to replace those scheduled for retirement in the coming year.

Services and Improvement Highlights:

The 2022 Budget provides funding for:

• The maintenance of core service levels in all departments.
• Funding for library and emergency service activities.
• Implementation of the Parks & Recreation and Trails Master Plans.
• Funding for essential public works, health and senior and social service activities.
• Capital Funding for infrastructure/vehicles & equipment including:
  • The on-going funding of critical equipment in support of the Police Department; including body armor, conducted energy devices, and weapons replacement.
  • Funding for the Fire Department's replacement of Engine E51.
  • Repairs and improvements to municipal facilities.
  • Continued investment in the Retaining Wall Replacement and Road Resurfacing Program.
  • Funding for tree removal and replacement. (Ash Tree Infestation)
  • Improvements to stormwater management facilities.
  • Replacement of Police and Public Works vehicles and equipment.

Manager Mountain recognized the efforts of CFO Deborah Bonanno and her staff in preparing and assembling the budget. He thanked the township staff for their cooperation and keeping their requests reasonable. He recognized the Township Council's diligence throughout the budget process and thanked them for their support.

Council Member Veech thanked CFO Bonanno and the township staff for their efforts.

Manager Mountain recognized the efforts of CFO Deborah Bonanno and her staff in preparing and assembling the budget. He thanked the township staff for their cooperation and for keeping their requests reasonable. He recognized the Township Council's diligence throughout the budget process and thanked them for their support.

Council Member Veech thanked CFO Bonanno and the township staff for their efforts.

Kathi Mantell of Nisivoccia LLP was impressed with CFO Bonanno's demeanor and professionalism. She reiterated some of the points that Manager Mountain made and noted that the township was under division review this year.

She stated that most people would not think it was feasible to go six years without a tax increase, but in looking through the budget documents, revenues are coming back from the pandemic. In 2019, the township ended up with $18.9 million in surplus, it dipped to $18.5 million as a result of the pandemic and the township recovered. The fund balance is back up. She recognized that the township was putting a lot of attention into the process, was not taking shortcuts, and was working with wonderful people.

Council Member Forstenhausler stated that Manager Mountain and the township staff have done a great job. He commented that having six years of a stable budget without tax increases for residents was something the council was proud of. He thanked Manager Mountain, CFO Bonanno, the township department heads, and their staff.

Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia commented that the Fiscal Facts graph was a good demonstration of the other causes for tax increases and the municipal rate's steadiness.

Council Member Carey asked if a line was missing on the graph. CFO Bonanno informed her that the line is at the very bottom of the graph.

Council Member Loveys stated that the township staff work together as a team and are very professional. He commented that when CFO Bonnano came on board it felt as if it were seamlessly. He was proud of the organization; it is very easy to walk around town and defend decisions. He always admired that when push comes to shove the township gets things done. He commented that it starts with the leadership, and filters down throughout the staff.

Mayor Potter thanked Manager Mountain for his review and for clearly outlining the budget.

Manager Mountain explained that the state review required an amendment to the terminology of how the township used capital outlay vs. capital improvement. This amendment pertains to the state budget document. R-91-22, will take care of the clerical change and provides additional detail that backs up the singular number in the original document. He stated that this amendment does not change any of the numbers in the township budget, but it is what the state wants.

2. R-91-22 Amending Introduced 2022 Budget

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Seeing and hearing no one, the public portion was closed.

Council Member Forstenhausler made a motion to adopt R-91-22, Amending the 2022 Introduced Budget. Council Member Veech seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

NAYS: None

3. R-92-22 Adoption of 2022 Municipal Budget

Manager Mountain read the following into the record:

Be it resolved by the council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris that the budget hereinbefore set forth is hereby adopted and shall constitute an appropriation for the purposes stated of the sums therein set forth as appropriations, and authorization of the amount of:

(a) $19,791,131.00 (Item 2 below) for municipal purposes, and

(b) $0.00 (Item 3 below) for school purposes in Type I School Districts only (N.J.S. 18A:9-2) to be raised by taxation and,

(c) $0.00 (Item 4 below) to be added to the certificate of amount to be raised by taxation for local school purposes in Type II School Districts only (N.J.S. 18A:9-3) and certification to the County Board of Taxation of the following summary of general revenues and appropriations.

(d) $919,505.82 (Sheet 43) Open Space, Recreation, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund Levy

(e) $1,532,568.00 (Item 5 below) Minimum Library Levy

It is hereby certified that the within budget is a true copy of the budget finally adopted by resolution of the Governing Body on the 21st day of April, 2022. It is further certified that each item of revenue and appropriation is set forth in the same amount and by the same title as appeared in the 2022 approved budget and all amendments thereto, if any, which have been previously approved by the Director of Local Government Services.

Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia made a motion to adopt the 2022 Budget. Council Member Forstenhausler seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

NAYS: None

F. COMBINED ACTION RESOLUTIONS

Item #4, R-84-22, Authorizing the Public Display of Fireworks at the Freedom Festival - Council Member Veech asked if there was a dollar amount on this resolution item. Manager Mountain explained that this resolution was just the approval authorizing the fire work display. He added that the contract has already been awarded.

Item #1, R-81-22, Authorizing the award of a Professional Services Agreement to Pinto Consulting, LLC for the creation of the Randolph Environmental Action Plan - Council Member Carey commented that she was happy to see that this was moving forward. She stated that the Environmental and Landmarks Committee was anxious to get started on some plans for the township.

1. R-81-22 Authorizing the award of a Professional Services Agreement to Pinto Consulting, LLC for the creation of the Randolph Environmental Action Plan- not to exceed $30,000.00

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: April 21, 2022

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.3-5.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Deborah Bonanno, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds are available to award a contract not to exceed $30,000 to Pinto Consulting, LLC for services to prepare an environmental action plan as detailed in the consultant's response provided to the Township's request for proposal.

Deborah Bonanno
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 01-201-21-180-303

2. R-82-22 Authorizing the award of a Professional Services Agreement to Ferriero Engineering, Inc. for Professional Engineering Services related to the preparation of permit applications to the NJDEP for the Meadowbrook Road Stream Stabilization Project - not to exceed $17,500

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: April 21, 2022

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.3-5.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Deborah Bonanno, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds are available to award a contract not to exceed $17,500 to Ferriero Engineering, Inc. for professional engineering services related to preparation of permit applications to the NJDEP for Meadowbrook Road stream stabilization as detailed in the consultant's response provided to the Township's request for proposal.

Deborah Bonanno
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 04-215-55-990-327

3. R-83-22 Authorizing the award of a Professional Services Agreement to Stormwater Compliance Solutions LLC for Professional Engineering Services for Stormwater Management Facilities Inspection and Mapping in Accordance with Municipal Stormwater Permit and NJPDES Permit Compliance Services - not to exceed $29,500.00

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: April 21, 2022

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.3-5.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Deborah Bonanno, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds are available to award a contract in the amount of $29,500 to Stormwater Compliance Solutions, LLC, Chester, NJ for stormwater maintenance services including mapping and inspection as detailed in the contractor's response provided to the Township's request for proposal.

Deborah Bonanno
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 04-215-56-011-332

4. R-84-22 Authorizing the Public Display of Fireworks at the Freedom Festival

5. R-85-22 Approving the terms and conditions of a twelve-month installment payment plan to offer each water and sewer customer in arrears and authorizing its execution by the Township Tax Collector

6. R-86-22 Finding Vendor in Default and Rescinding a portion of MCCPC Contract #14 - Catch Basins & Manhole Castings

7. R-87-22 Authorizing Road Closures for the Randolph Education Foundation 5K Run on Saturday, June 11, 2022

8. R-88-22 Requesting the approval of items of revenue and appropriations per NJSA 40:4-87 - Distracted Driving Crackdown Grant - $10,500

9. R-89-22 Authorizing the Person-to-Person Transfer of Plenary Retail Consumption Liquor License No. 1432-33-002-006 from Mr. Crabby's, LLC to Randolph Seafood & Sports Bar, LLC - PULLED

Council Member Loveys made a motion to approve the Combined Action Resolutions. Council Member Forstenhausler seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

NAYS: None

G. UPCOMING EVENTS

Council Member Veech commented that she was really happy to hear that there were 114 participants signed up for this year's Community-Wide Garage Sale. She thanked Clerk Luciani and her staff for their efforts in promoting the event.

Council Member Forstenhausler understood the scheduling conflicts with Blue Diamond caused the garage sale to be held prior to the Clean-Up week. He asked that next year's event be planned ahead to ensure there is no conflict with Blue Diamond.

Manager Mountain suggested that the date be decided in November or December so it could be concretely put on the calendar and allow flexibility if a change is needed. He added that Blue Diamond's staffing issues contributed to the scheduling conflict.

1. Little League Opening Day at Freedom Park, Saturday, April 23, 2022, parade starts at 9:15 a.m., ceremony at 9:45 a.m., activities for players and families at 10:30 a.m. and first games begin at 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m.
2. Mar Thoma Ruby Jubilee Celebration on Saturday, April 23 at 9:30 a.m.
3. Confidential Paper Shredding, Saturday, April 23, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon in the Municipal Building parking lot at 502 Millbrook Avenue
4. Community Garage Sale - Clean Up and Clean Out - Saturday, April 23, and April 24, 2022, from 9am to 4pm - Register online at randolphnj.org
5. Council Only - Ironia Firemen's Installation Dinner at the Meadow Wood on April 29, 2022, at 6:00 p.m.
6. Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting/Paper Shredding, UPS Store, 161 Center Grove Road, Saturday, April 30, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., Ribbon Cutting at 10:30, ends at 1:00 p.m.
7. Dedication of Lacrosse Wall to Joe Nazzaro at Freedom Park, Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.
8. Council Only- Recreation Volunteer Award Ceremony, Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Veterans Community Park, if inclement weather, it will be held at the Community Center
9. Healthy Body-Healthy Mind Expo on Saturday, May 7, 2022, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Randolph Community Center and Randolph Library on Calais Road
10. Artworks Studio, 18th Annual Student Art Show, Open House - Saturday, May 14, 2022, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.
11. Arts in the Park, at Veterans Community Park, 100 Calais Road, Randolph, Saturday, May 21, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

H. ORDINANCES: SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING

1. Ordinance No. 08-22 Amending Sections 14-261 and 14-281 of Article VII, Retail Food Establishments, of Chapter 14, Businesses, and Appendix A, Fee Schedule, of the Revised Ordinances of the Township of Randolph Regarding Mobile Food Establishments

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, An Ordinance Amending Sections 14-261 and 14-281 of Article VII, Retail Food Establishments, of Chapter 14, Businesses, and Appendix A, Fee Schedule, of the Revised Ordinances of the Township of Randolph Regarding Mobile Food Establishments, be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon.

Manager Mountain explained that the purpose of this ordinance is to establish conditions for licensure of mobile food establishments and amend Appendix A, Fee Schedule, of the Revised Ordinances of the Township of Randolph to add a mobile frozen dessert license fee and an annual licensing fee for mobile food establishments.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Seeing and hearing none, the public session was closed.

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, An Ordinance Amending Sections 14-261 and 14-281 of Article VII, Retail Food Establishments, of Chapter 14, Businesses, and Appendix A, Fee Schedule, of the Revised Ordinances of the Township of Randolph Regarding Mobile Food Establishments, be passed on final reading and that a Notice of Final Passage of said Ordinance be published in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia shared that the Board of Health reviewed the 60-day timeline for the Mobile Frozen Food License. The board recommended that the license be extended to a period of six months.

Manager Mountain suggested that the council take action on this ordinance and examine how the frozen food license works out during the year. He explained that if the change were made, the process for the ordinance would need to begin again. He reminded the council that this ordinance came about because of the urgency of mobile vendors needs. He commented that there is an opportunity to change the ordinance, but he suggested that it be done at the end of the season.

Council Member Veech made a motion to adopt the ordinance. Council Member Forstenhausler seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

NAYS: None

2. Ordinance No. 09-22 An Ordinance of the Township of Randolph Appropriating $445,000 from the Recreation/Open Space Trust Fund for Various 2022 Parks and Recreation Capital Improvements

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, An Ordinance of the Township of Randolph Appropriating $445,000 from the Recreation/Open Space Trust Fund for Various 2022 Parks and Recreation Capital Improvements, be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon.

Manager Mountain explained that the purpose of this ordinance is to provide funding for various Parks and Recreation Capital Improvements.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Seeing and hearing none, the public session was closed.

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, An Ordinance of the Township of Randolph Appropriating $445,000 from the Recreation/Open Space Trust Fund for Various 2022 Parks and Recreation Capital Improvements, be passed on final reading and that a Notice of Final Passage of said Ordinance be published in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Council Member Forstenhausler made a motion to adopt the ordinance. Council Member Veech seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

NAYS: None

3. Ordinance No. 10-22 An Ordinance of the Township of Randolph Appropriating $930,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for Various Water/Sewer Capital Improvements

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, An Ordinance of the Township of Randolph Appropriating $930,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for Various 2022 Water/Sewer Capital Improvements, be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon.

Manager Mountain explained that the purpose of this ordinance is to provide funding for the various 2022 Capital Improvements for the Water/Sewer Department.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Seeing and hearing none, the public session was closed.

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, An Ordinance of the Township of Randolph Appropriating $930,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for Various 2022 Water/Sewer Capital Improvements, be passed on final reading and that a Notice of Final Passage of said Ordinance be published in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Council Member Forstenhausler made a motion to adopt the ordinance. Council Member Tkacs seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

NAYS: None

4. Ordinance No. 11-22 Capital Ordinance of the Township of Randolph Appropriating $1,836,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for Various 2022 Capital Improvements and $481,700 in Grants from the New Jersey Department of Transportation for Park Avenue Improvements

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, Capital Ordinance of the Township of Randolph Appropriating $1,836,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for Various 2022 Capital Improvements and $481,700 in Grants from the New Jersey Department of Transportation for Park Avenue Improvements, be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon.

Manager Mountain explained that the purpose of this ordinance is to provide funding for improvements to Park Avenue and various 2022 Capital Improvements.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Seeing and hearing none, the public session was closed.

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, Capital Ordinance of the Township of Randolph Appropriating $1,836,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for Various 2022 Capital Improvements and $481,700 in Grants from the New Jersey Department of Transportation for Park Avenue Improvements, be passed on final reading and that a Notice of Final Passage of said Ordinance be published in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Council Member Forstenhausler made a motion to adopt the ordinance. Council Member Carey seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

NAYS: None

5. Ordinance No. 12-22 Bond Ordinance Appropriating $1,000,000, And Authorizing the Issuance of $947,000 Bonds or Notes of the Township, for Various Improvements or Purposes Authorized to be Undertaken by the Township of Randolph in the County of Morris, New Jersey

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, Bond Ordinance Appropriating $1,000,000 and Authorizing the Issuance of $947,000 Bonds or Notes of the Township, for Various Improvements or Purposes Authorized to be Undertaken by the Township of Randolph, in the County of Morris, New Jersey, be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon. Manager Mountain explained that the purpose of this ordinance is to fund various improvements including the purchase of one wheel loader for the Department of Public Works and the acquisition by purchase of new firefighting equipment and one fire truck.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Seeing and hearing none, the public session was closed.

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, Bond Ordinance Appropriating $1,000,000 and Authorizing the Issuance of $947,000 Bonds or Notes of the Township, for Various Improvements or Purposes Authorized to be Undertaken by the Township of Randolph, in the County of Morris, New Jersey, be passed on final reading and that a Notice of Final Passage of said Ordinance be published in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Council Member Veech made a motion to adopt the ordinance. Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

NAYS: None

6. Ordinance No. 13-22 Amending Appendix A, Fee Schedule, of the Revised Ordinances of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, An Ordinance Amending Appendix A, Fee Schedule, of the Revised Ordinances of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey, be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon.

Manager Mountain explained that the purpose of this ordinance is to amend Sections of Appendix A, Fee Schedule, of the Revised Ordinance of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey, governing Administrative Fees, Building and Construction, Engineering, Water and Sewer, Fire Prevention and Health fees.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Seeing and hearing none, the public session was closed.

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, An Ordinance Amending Appendix A, Fee Schedule, of the Revised Ordinances of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey, be passed on final reading and that a Notice of Final Passage of said Ordinance be published in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Council Member Forstenhausler made a motion to adopt the ordinance. Council Member Veech seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

NAYS: None

7. Ordinance No. 14-22 Authorizing the Vacation of East Ferromonte Drive, West Ferromonte Drive, the Entirety of Grove Street and a Playground within the Township of Randolph

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, An Ordinance Authorizing the Vacation of East Ferromonte Drive, West Ferromonte Drive, the Entirety of Grove Street and a Playground within the Township of Randolph, be read by title on second reading and a hearing held thereon.

Manager Mountain explained that this vacation ordinance was a result of affordable housing discussions with Toll Brothers. He stated that the vacation is required to allow the Toll Brothers project to move forward.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Seeing and hearing none, the public session was closed.

BE IT RESOLVED, that an Ordinance entitled, An Ordinance Authorizing the Vacation of East Ferromonte Drive, West Ferromonte Drive, the Entirety of Grove Street and a Playground within the Township of Randolph, be passed on final reading and that a Notice of Final Passage of said Ordinance be published in the official designated newspaper according to law.

Council Member Veech made a motion to adopt the ordinance. Council Member Forstenhausler seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

NAYS: None

I. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Jim McConnell of 45 Carrell Road stated that he was sad to see Manager Mountain go, but he did want to welcome Mr. Poff to the community. He commented that the council has done a good job, though he did not always agree with them. He stated that he has lived in the community for over 50 years, and that if he was not happy, he would have left. He commended the council for their efforts.

J. COUNCIL COMMENTS

Council Member Carey reported that she had no committee meetings scheduled since the last council meeting. She attended ribbon-cutting ceremonies for HK Furnishings and La Rosa Chicken. She attended the Morris Park Alliance Award event and commented that Joe Nazzaro did a great job speaking.

Council Member Veech reported that she attended a Parks Advisory Committee meeting. During the meeting, a resident shared a presentation on inclusive playgrounds that have ADA and accessibility compliant features for autistic and disabled children. The resident explained that there were many children in Randolph that would benefit from these features; she priced out materials and a budget for the project; she added that she was willing to fundraise for the project. The committee explained that the township has a parks master plan and informed her that a sum is set aside for park updates/repairs. Parks and Recreation Director Russ Newman reached out to the resident and explained that combined with fundraising efforts, grants, and money set aside for repairs, the department would look into including features when replacing or repairing existing park features and when major renovations are scheduled. Council Member Veech commented that the resident was happy with the meeting. She added that swings would be a good place to start with the endeavor and that Director Newman would continue to work on the idea.

Council Member Veech reported that the Bike Rodeo was a successful event and that the restrooms at the township parks were now open.

She attended a Community Garden meeting. The garden is looking to install a seed exchange box that will function similarly to community book boxes. She inquired if there were any handy people or boy scout groups that would be interested in the project.

She concluded her report by recommending that an article about Veterans Community Park be submitted to the League of Municipalities magazine to share information about the recent award, the park planning process, and the passive nature of the park. She volunteered to write the article.

Council Member Tkacs reported that he had no committee meetings scheduled since the last council meeting. He shared that he had attended several of the events mentioned by Council Member Carey.

Council Member Forstenhausler commented that the large amount of ribbon cuttings and community activities were a great sign of growth. He stated that it was great that new businesses and new opportunities for employment were in Randolph.

He attended a Safety Committee meeting and shared that they received another grant for Randolph's safety record.

He shared that the veterans at VFW Post #7333 contacted him to share that there were water leak issues in the building. He informed Clerk Luciani of the issue; the VFW appreciated Clerk Luciani's efforts to resolve the problem. There was a brief discussion on the building's water leaks.

Council Member Veech asked if the veterans were coming for a poppy proclamation during the first meeting in May. Manager Mountain stated that he would check with the VFW.

Council Member Forstenhausler stated that VFW was actively looking to find volunteers and donors for the Vietnam Moving Wall Memorial. He shared that he was unable to attend a few committee meetings due to some of the events on the council's calendar.

Council Member Loveys stated that he was impressed with how the township's entire capital program was presently in play. He recalled that the capital program was usually just introduced around the same time. He acknowledged that this was the last time Manager Mountain would be going through the budget process; he thanked Manager Mountain for all of his work.

He reported that he attended a Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting. He shared that the spring numbers have continued to exceed the 2021 figures. He commented that the success of the recreation programs contributed to some of the revenue return seen in the budget. He shared that the committee was planning to start an initiative to address some of the parental behavior at sporting events.

He concluded his report by sharing that a subcommittee within the Recreation Advisory Committee would be working on an initiative with respect to diversity and inclusion. The subcommittee will assemble a survey that will be provided to each recreation program chair. He informed the council that he would provide further details as the initiative develops.

Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia attended a Board of Health meeting. The board discussed the term limit on Mobile Frozen Food licenses. They recommended that the licensing period be extended to six months. Health Office Mark Caputo brought attention to the Department of Environmental Protection's Get Past Plastic website; it is an excellent resource for reducing plastic usage. Mr. Caputo also reported that the township has had a positive rebate on paper and cardboard materials being dropped off at the recycling center. Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia reminded the public that the township gets a positive rebate on materials dropped off at the center, rather than picked up at the curb.

Council Member Veech asked if the rebate information could be shared monthly on social media as some residents may not be aware of the benefit of dropping material off at the center.

Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia added that the center was looking into getting more covered bins for paper materials. He explained that paper needs to be dry to receive top dollar value.

Council Member Veech suggested that this information also be shared. She commented that this information was the perfect opportunity for the Board of Health to convey through social media.

Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia attended the two recent ribbon-cutting ceremonies. He commented that the family operating HK Furnishings was great. He concluded his report by sharing that he attended a Diversity Workgroup meeting, a Morris County League of Municipalities meeting, and a Randolph Area Chamber of Commerce meeting.

Mayor Potter attended U.S. Congresswoman Sherill's NJ-11 Mayors Breakfast on Tuesday, April 12. During the meeting, the congresswoman spoke about the American Rescue Plan, and four mayors outlined how they used the rescue plan funding.

She attended the first Diversity Workgroup meeting with Manager Mountain. The workgroup is tasked with implementing the 17 diversity report recommendations. More details will be provided to the council in the future. She explained that the group's initial efforts will focus on training initiatives and the promotion of resources available to the community.

She attended the La Rosa Chicken ribbon-cutting ceremony. She assisted Morris Habitat for Humanity in a promo piece for the organization's May Women's Build event; which she, Council Member Carey, and Council Member Veech would be attending.

She attended a Randolph Chamber of Commerce meeting. The guest speaker for the event gave an update on the current real estate climate. He shared that the median house sale in Randolph went up 41.5% in the last 2 years.

Council Member Loveys thanked Mr. Newman for putting together the application for the Morris Parks Alliance Award. Manager Mountain acknowledged that Mr. Newman and Mr. Nazzaro did a great job.

K. EXECUTIVE SESSION

No Executive Session was held for this meeting.

L. ADJOURNMENT

Council Member Carey made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:27 p.m. Council Member Forstenhausler seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Council Member Carey
Council Member Forstenhausler
Council Member Loveys
Council Member Tkacs
Council Member Veech
Deputy Mayor Nisivoccia
Mayor Potter

NAYS: None