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Minutes: January 3, 2019

A. OPENING OF REORGANIZATION MEETING

1. Call to Order

The annual Reorganization Meeting of the Randolph Township Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Former Mayor Forstenhausler. 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 29, 2018 by emailing them the annual resolution adopted by the Council on November 1, 2018. 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 December 6, 2018.

2. Pledge of Allegiance

Former Mayor Forstenhausler led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Present: Township Manager Mountain; Edward Buzak from the Law Office of Edward Buzak; Senator Anthony Bucco; Freeholder Debra Smith; Freeholder Heather Darling; Prosecutor Fred Knapp; CCM President Anthony Iacono and CCM Chairman of the Board of Trustees Paul Licitra; and Former Councilman Allen Napoliello.

B. SWEARING IN OF NEWLY- AND RE-ELECTED COUNCIL MEMBERS

Manager Mountain welcomed the attendees.

A. James B. Loveys

Councilman Loveys was sworn in by his wife Karen; his daughter Abby held the bible.

B. Mark H. Forstenhausler

Councilman Forstenhausler was sworn in by his daughter Lauren; his wife Susan held the bible.

C. Marie Potter

Councilwoman Potter was sworn in by her husband John; her children Sean, Katie, Matthew, and Caroline held the bible.

D. Lou Nisivoccia

Councilman Nisivoccia was sworn in by his wife Jackie; his children Emma and Raymond held the bible.

ROLL CALL OF THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL

PRESENT:
Councilwoman Carey
Councilman Forstenhausler
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Nisivoccia
Councilwoman Potter
Councilman Tkacs
Councilwoman Veech

C. SELECTION OF TEMPORARY MAYOR

Councilman Loveys nominated Township Clerk Donna Luciani to be the temporary Mayor. Councilwoman Carey seconded the nomination, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilwoman Carey
Councilman Forstenhausler
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Nisivoccia
Councilwoman Potter
Councilman Tkacs
Councilwoman Veech

NAYS: None

D. NOMINATIONS AND SELECTION OF MAYOR FOR THE YEAR 2019

Councilman Forstenhausler nominated Councilman James B. Loveys for Mayor of the Township of Randolph. Councilwoman Veech seconded the nomination, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilwoman Carey
Councilman Forstenhausler
Councilman Loveys
Councilman Nisivoccia
Councilwoman Potter
Councilman Tkacs
Councilwoman Veech

NAYS: None

E. NOMINATIONS AND SELECTION OF DEPUTY MAYOR FOR THE YEAR 2019

Mayor Loveys nominated Councilwoman Christine Carey for Deputy Mayor of the Township of Randolph. Councilman Tkacs seconded the nomination, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilwoman Carey
Councilman Forstenhausler
Councilman Nisivoccia
Councilwoman Potter
Councilman Tkacs
Councilwoman Veech
Mayor Loveys

NAYS: None

F. SWEARING IN OF MAYOR AND DEPUTY MAYOR

Manager Mountain congratulated Councilman Loveys and Councilwoman Carey on their appointments as Deputy Mayor and Mayor.

Mayor James B. Loveys was sworn in by his wife Karen; his daughter Abby held the bible.

Deputy Mayor Christine Carey was sworn in by her husband Frank; her son Joey held the bible.

G. RECOGNIZE FORMER MAYOR MARK H. FORSTENHAUSLER

Manager Mountain requested Mayor Loveys and Councilman Forstenhausler to join him at the podium. He stated:

• “2018 was another busy and productive Year for Randolph Township and through it all Mayor Forstenhausler provided tremendous leadership for the Council and support for the entire municipal organization.
• I personally have enjoyed working with Mark on a number of projects and initiatives and appreciate greatly the guidance and support he provided to me as Manager.
• As Mayor, Mark:
  • Represented Randolph with class; Attending numerous events and functions as well as many critical meetings on behalf of the township.
  • He always was prepared; ready to offer just the right words for the moment.
  • He guided the town through some very difficult challenges including the storms last March that crippled the area.
  • He demonstrated calm under pressure and great poise in the face of crisis.
  • He exemplified Customer Service—responding to citizens 24/7.
  • He offered tremendous stewardship over numerous initiatives including the naming and final design of Veterans Community Park now under construction on Calais Road, economic development outreach and support leading to new business development and redevelopment activities in town, and the continued improvement to the township’s facilities, infrastructure and recreation facilities.
  • Above it all Mark exhibited a tremendous passion for public service and caring for the community and residents he served as Mayor.

On behalf of the entire organization—Thank you for your leadership, your time and above all else your support throughout the past year.”

Councilman Mark Forstenhausler

Mayor Loveys stated that on behalf of the Council, he wanted to thank former Mayor Forstenhausler for his dedication, commitment, and leadership over the past year. He explained that the mayoral position is a big responsibility and requires a lot of time away from the family. Mayor Loveys presented former Mayor Forstenhausler with a plaque and thanked him for his time.

Former Mayor Forstenhausler stated:

“It was an honor to serve as Randolph Township Mayor for 2018, and I am proud to say that I completely dedicated myself to the position this past year. It was a memorable, eventful, and very busy year. I worked closely with our Township Council, Manager, residents, volunteers, and others to get many things accomplished.

I really enjoyed officiating at marriage ceremonies and attending many events involving diverse ethnic and religious groups. I was struck much more by our similarities rather than by our differences. More communication and interaction are keys to understanding each other, and will make the world a much better place. Hateful speech can cause hateful acts, and we must reject both.

Thank you so much for everyone’s support, and I look forward to continue serving Randolph Township for many more years!”

Recognize Former Councilman Allen Napoliello

Manager Mountain had Mayor Loveys join him at the podium. He stated:

• “It is my great pleasure to now call up Al Napoliello to join the Mayor and me at the podium.
• Councilman Napoliello completed the last year of his term on December 31st and is retiring from the Township Council.
• He served on the council for 15 years, beginning in 2003.
• During his tenure he was Mayor in 2005 and again in 2008 and Deputy Mayor in 2004.
• Prior to joining the Council, Al was an active volunteer in the community, serving for nearly 20 years on the Recreation Committee and also as a member of the Open Space Committee.
• In 2017 Al represented Randolph with distinction as President of the Morris County League of Municipalities.
• Al is the epitome of a civic leader, he has given his time and his mind to making Randolph a better place and the residents of the township should be grateful for his service.
• I personally have enjoyed my time working with Al and appreciate the support and guidance he has provided as a member of the Council.
• Al, let me be the first one to say, thank you for your years of service and congratulations on a well deserved retirement from public life.”

Mayor Loveys, on behalf of the Council, thanked Al Napoliello for his 16 years of service. He noted that Al was instrumental in creating the Traffic Advisory Committee to address issues being raised to him at the time, as well as the Country Fair which continues to be a communitywide event. The Mayor wished Al Napoliello well, and presented him with a clock from the township.

Al Napoliello thanked the Mayor, Council, and Township Manager. He stated that he enjoyed all of his 16 years serving Randolph Township. He appreciated Senator Bucco and all in attendance for their support. Al’s wife, Joanne, stated that she was very proud of him for his commitment to the community.

Senator Anthony Bucco wished the new Mayor and Council a happy new year and all the best. He explained that he has known Al Napoliello for the many years he was on the Council, and commended him for all that he accomplished. He presented Al with a Senate and General Assembly Resolution that he and Assemblymen Carroll and Bucco put together a wishing him the best in retirement.

Mayor Loveys added that former Councilman Mike Guadagno served multiple terms and is also retiring from the Council; however, he was traveling and unable to attend.

H. COMMENTS BY MAYOR AND COUNCIL

Goals and Objectives for 2019

Councilman Forstenhausler stated:

“Happy New Year to all! I would like to thank the people of Randolph Township for returning me to the Township Council for another four years. I will continue to do my best for all of our residents, and look forward to working with our newest council members Marie Potter and Lou Nisivoccia for the benefit of Randolph.

Congratulations to Mayor Jim Loveys and Deputy Mayor Chris Carey. With their experienced leadership we will certainly have another very successful year. For 2019 I will be serving as liaison to the Municipal Alliance Committee, the Public Safety Committee, and the Wildlife Management Advisory Committee.

Congratulations to Fire Department Chief Mike Vanadia and Deputy Chief Anthony Moschella; I am sure that they will do a great job leading our fire department in 2019. Thank You!”

Councilman Nisivoccia stated:

“Good Evening everyone and thank you for attending. Special thanks to my wife Jackie and our two children, Emma and Raymond, for being here with me and for their support.

Congratulations to Mark and Jim on your re-election and Marie on your election. Congratulations to our new Mayor, Jim, and new Deputy Mayor, Chris. I am looking forward to working with you and all the council members to always put Randolph first. I would also like to congratulate all the volunteers being sworn in to the township’s boards and committees. Thank you for your service to our community.

As a new councilman, I am eager to listen and learn, and from what I have heard, communications can be improved. One of my goals is to explore better ways for the town to communicate with the residents on both routine and urgent matters so that everyone has the correct information in a timely manner.

This year, in addition to serving on several committees, I will serve as the Mayor’s designee to the Randolph Library Board of Trustees and as the Council liaison to the Board of Health.

In closing, I wish everyone a safe, healthy, and happy New Year.”

Councilwoman Potter stated:

“Good Evening—I would like to thank family, friends, Randolph residents and elected officials for taking the time tonight to celebrate Randolph Township’s 2019 reorganization.

First of all, I would like to thank my husband of 27 years, John, for supporting me throughout all my years volunteering in Randolph and most specifically for his support in last year’s campaign. I would also like to thank my children Sean, Katie, Matt and Caroline for their encouragement and assistance.

I would like to extend a congratulations and thank-you to my fellow running mates Mark, Jim and Lou; well done. I look forward to working with you over the next four years.

Joanne, Chris and Lance—thank you for all of your support and guidance.

I look forward to working with the council team for 2019—all members that have demonstrated their diverse and continuous service to Randolph.

Thank you also to all the Randolph residents who placed their trust in me through your votes. While meeting residents over the last few years, it has become clear to me how many people cherish living in Randolph as I do. I take your faith in me very seriously, and I will work hard to keep improving our community.

I am looking forward to serving on the Advisory Environmental & Landmarks Committee and the Traffic Advisory Committee. I will also be working on the Communications, Infrastructure and Ordinances work groups. Becoming a vital and productive member of the council team is my aspiration for 2019.

Thank you again, and have a happy and healthy New Year!”

Councilman Tkacs stated:

“Good evening and Happy New Year to everyone! This was my second year on the Township Council. The first year was spent learning, listening, and offering input where I had expertise. The second year was supposed to be where I find my voice and have the experience and knowledge to be fully engaged in town business. Well, as you can tell, the voice part went in the other direction. At around this time last year, I was diagnosed with thymic carcinoma, a fairly rare form of cancer. It was a scary time for me and my family.

My way of dealing with this issue was to stay busy. I continued to work, and continued to participate on the Council, the Planning Board, the Wildlife Committee, the Traffic Advisory Committee, and the 90 acres (now Veterans Community Park) Committee. Not only did it help me to stay positive, but the support I received from my fellow Council members and other committee members was unbelievably uplifting...and more helpful than they will ever know. I thank you all.

I am happy to report that the treatments that I have received over the last year have been successful, and my last scans where clear of cancer. I do need follow up surgery to improve my voice, but in the meantime, people straining to hear me, at least gives the impression that what I am saying is important.

This year I will remain on the Planning Board, and I look forward to seeing the new and different opportunities for Randolph.

I congratulate Mark for his excellent year as Mayor, and I wish Jim and Chris the best of luck for their upcoming terms as Mayor and Deputy Mayor. I look forward to supporting you both in any way I can. I also want to thank Mike and Al for all the work they did on the Council...they were terrific role models for me and I wish them both a long and happy retirement.

Lastly, I want to thank my wife Kim, and my three adult children Jessica, Erik, and Monica. Their love and support are invaluable to me.

And once again, Happy New Year!”

Councilwoman Veech stated:

“Thanks Mark and Jim for your leadership, my fellow Council members for their dedication to this township, thanks to all our township employees, volunteers, and all those that make this township a strong community.

And congratulations to Jim and Chris as they take on leadership roles again this coming year.

I’ll be touching on a few topics that are near and dear to my heart and many of yours.

First, I’m the liaison on the Parks Committee and will continue in that role. This was a busy year as we named and broke ground on our newest township park—The Veterans Community Park on Calais Road. The new park was a result of our Township’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan that solicited input from thousands of our residents. Residents told us they wanted a passive park, and that’s what a group made up of Council members, Parks and Recreation committee members, as well as township leaders came together to envision. It is being funded through our open space trust fund, not out of our operating budget.

The park will be home to a great lawn with a performance gazebo, three walking trails, with one lit at night, pickle ball courts, other gazebos and amenities, as well as our very own Randolph Community Garden. Our park’s opening will take place in stages during 2019 or 2020—depending on the weather and the construction schedule. The grass has to be given time to grow before we can use the park.

Second, our volunteer Randolph community garden subcommittee has been working all year on getting 168 beds ready for open online registration this first quarter of 2019. I’m the Council liaison to this group have been working to bring a community garden to Randolph since 2011. I believe this will be a great addition to our many recreational programs, as gardening is the number one leisure past time in the US.

Our subcommittee has planned most of the details related to the garden and look forward to an opening this summer if all goes well with the construction of the park.

We anticipate our gardeners coming together to learn about gardening through various educational seminars, to grow different types of vegetables and flowers, and to come together to become an active community here in Randolph. If you’re interested in leasing a bed please keep an eye on our social media sites, our township website, as well as our electronic bulletin boards. We’d love to have you join us!

Third, I’m the liaison for the Trails Committee this coming year. The Trails Master Plan was completed in November 2017 and included an assessment of the current trail conditions, an analysis of trail connectivity, an assessment of opportunities to expand the network by identifying specific trail segments, a maintenance plan, and recommendations for trail marking and branding of the system.

A new Trails Advisory Committee was established by this Council and their role is to act as an advisory board on the use, development and maintenance of the township trail system as well as the implementation of the trails master plan.

In 2019, the Trails Advisory Committee will be active with the blazing of our entire trail system, the creation of a trail from Brundage Park to Birchwood Road, and supporting the expansion of the Dickerson Mine Preserve Trail Network. Also, new projects planned for 2019 include the launch of the Friends of Randolph Trails program, improvements to trail heads and trail signage, and the creation of a trail from the Gateway apartments to Hedden Park.

Another initiative I’m working on is to have quarterly or bi-monthly “Welcome New Residents and Businesses” evenings at town hall. Council members and senior staff members will welcome all new residents and business owners, review how the township operates, how to get information, how we communicate to our citizens and businesses, answer their questions, and make them feel they’ve made the right choice to live or have their business here in Randolph.

Lastly, there is a small group of citizens, township leaders, and myself working with a nonprofit group called “TransOptions” to explore the possibility of direct bus service into New York City. We have surveyed our township citizens and over 500 responded with interest. More to come.

In closing, please go to our website http://www.randolphnj.org for any information you need, including events, paying your taxes, water and sewer bills online, or to find Council members contact details to ask us anything or to share your ideas. We’re here to listen and make our township the best place for everyone.

Thanks for your attention today, Happy New Year and peace to all. God bless you, Randolph, and America.“

Deputy Mayor Carey stated:

”Good evening and Happy New Year to all of you who were so kind to join us today.

Thank you to all of the family members, friends, staff, and elected officials who have come here today to be a part of this re-organization meeting, especially to my husband Frank and my son, Joey, who are here today.

First, I want to thank our outgoing mayor, Mark Forstenhausler, for doing such an outstanding job this past year. Mark, congratulations on a job very well done. Mark brought a lot of passion and dedication in serving as Mayor this past year. And you could tell that he sincerely enjoyed it.

Next, I would like to congratulate our new mayor, Jim Loveys. Jim is an experienced member of the Council and a second time Mayor, who I am certain will once again be an excellent leader as the Mayor of Randolph, a community that he truly loves.

I would also like to recognize our exceptional staff and volunteers—many of whom are here today—led by our Town Manager, Steve Mountain. The staff who work in this building and throughout the town really do a terrific job of keeping this town safe, keeping it running very smoothly and providing quality services to Randolph residents. Steve Mountain is an outstanding Town Manager and Randolph is very fortunate to have him.

I would also like to thank Al Napoliello for his tremendous contributions to the Randolph Community. Sixteen years is a long time to serve on the Council. I can’t remember a time when Al wasn’t serving on the Council or volunteering in Randolph in some capacity. We will miss you, Al.

2019 is my seventh year serving as a member of the Randolph Town Council, and it’s really an honor and a privilege to represent all of the residents of Randolph as a Council member. This year, I will serve the Randolph community on various committees and boards. First, I will be a liaison to the Recreation Advisory Committee which meets regularly with the Director of Parks and Recreation and reviews and makes recommendations regarding the year-round program of recreational activities offered for all township residents.

I will also be a member of two Council work groups: the Facilities Work Group, which focuses on the township facilities and any need for improvements, and the Emergency Preparedness Work Group, which continues to explore ways for the township to improve our response to weather-related and other emergencies.

In addition, I am looking forward to being the Council Liaison, along with the Mayor, to the Randolph Board of Education. We have a close working relationship and open communication with the BOE and meet with them on a regular basis to discuss issues that affect both organizations and joint projects that benefit our residents.

Finally, it is an honor to serve the residents of Randolph in 2019 as Deputy Mayor. In that role, I am happy to support and assist Mayor Loveys wherever I am needed. I look forward to continuing to work with my fellow Council members, our town manager and our outstanding staff in 2019.

Just one final point I would like to mention. I’m very happy to note, that having Marie Potter sworn in today is somewhat of a milestone for Randolph. According to my research, she is the eleventh woman to become a member of the Randolph Council and I believe this is the first time in our history when three women have served on the Council at the same time.

Thank you very much.”

Mayor Loveys stated:

“Good Evening,

I’d like to thank all of you for attending tonight’s re-organization meeting and I wish everyone a belated safe, healthy, and happy New Year. It was felt this slight deviation from the past several year practice of a New Year’s Day meeting would provide the opportunity for attendees to spend New Year’s with family and friends without conflict.

Special thanks to my wife Karen and my daughter, Abby, for being here and sharing this night with me. Our daughters Chelsea and Anna, and our son James are unable to attend, but I know they are with us in spirit. A commitment to public service places demands on family life and, from the bottom of my heart, I thank you for your continued support and understanding.

I congratulate my running mates on their victories in this past year’s election, Councilwoman Marie Potter, Councilman Lou Nisivoccia, and Councilman, and outgoing Mayor Mark Forstenhausler. I look forward to working with each of you during these next four years.

Councilman Forstenhausler, again I thank you for the leadership you provided this past year. It was a privilege to have served as your Deputy Mayor. And I congratulate Deputy Mayor Carey on her nomination and selection. I’d also like to thank Al Napoliello and Mike Guadagno, who have just finished multiple terms as council members, 16 years and 8 years respectively. You both will be truly missed.

It’s difficult to express how honored I feel to serve this community as its Mayor and I thank all of my Council colleagues for their much appreciated support. I love this town in which my wife and I chose to live and raise our family 27 years ago and thank the many volunteers, past and present Township Council members, past and present township staff, and our public safety and emergency response personnel who have worked so hard to make Randolph such a great place to live.

One of the council’s first tasks will be the review and adoption of the 2019 Municipal Budget and Capital Improvement Plan which is our guiding policy document for this and future years. As always, the goal is to adopt a financial plan which meets both the short and long term needs of the community while minimizing tax impacts and maintaining fiscally prudent reserves. Due to several years of responsible fiscal planning, and the diligent efforts of our Township Manager and staff, the tax levy for the municipal portion of our tax bill has not increased for the past two years. Three budget meetings are planned: January 26 at 8:30 a.m.; February 7 at 5 p.m.; and February 16 at 8:30 a.m. All will be held here at the municipal building, are open to the public, and your input is always welcomed.

There are many ongoing and new initiatives slated for 2019. Working with our Township Manager and staff, the following is some of what this council plans to accomplish:

• Working with our Economic Development Committee to complete a new economic development website including an updated community profile, videos marketing the community, and targeted data emphasizing Randolph’s qualities for those looking to locate/re-locate their business.
• The timely completion of our new Veterans Community Park, currently under construction, located on Calais Road.
• Existing park improvements—replacement of the basketball courts, improving the ingress/egress and overflow parking at Freedom Park, new field lighting at Brundage Park, and the completion of a new septic field at Heistein Park.
• Awarding a contract and beginning site improvements at the Bennett Avenue property where Habitat for Humanity plans to construct 25 affordable housing units.
• Completing the water main replacement, installing the sewer pump station, and beginning road improvements on Meadowbrook Road; completing the sewer pump station at CCM; and the Woodlawn Terr.-Schuman Rd. sewer extension. The completion of sewer improvements in the Mt. Freedom area, together with the adoption of two ordinances to be introduced early this year which support the approved Mt. Freedom Planning Study Update, helps set the stage for future development/redevelopment in the area known as the Village Center.
• Working with the County of Morris on the replacement of the bridge on Combs Hollow Road leading into Mendham Twp., the overlay of Dover Chester Road south of the intersection with Sussex Turnpike, and the overlay of a portion of Quaker Church Road.

I thought I might try to give you a much abbreviated version of, and perhaps shed some light on, our State’s affordable housing situation and where Randolph finds itself as a result. The New Jersey Supreme Court’s interpretation of our state’s constitution in the mid 1970’s required municipalities to use their zoning powers to provide realistic opportunities for producing affordable housing to low and moderate income households. In 1985, our state legislature enacted the Fair Housing Act which created the Council on Affordable Housing, or COAH, to assess the statewide need, allocate that need on a municipal basis, and review and approve town’s housing plans developed to address their fair share obligations. From 1999-2015, COAH failed to establish quota numbers and guidelines for municipalities. Therefore, in 2015, the New Jersey Supreme Court ordered our state courts to assume responsibility. In essence, towns were forced to determine their own affordable housing obligations and could file their housing plans with the court, for final determination. This is essentially where our town stands today. Randolph continues to work with its legal, planning, and land use experts as matters continue to be reviewed by the court. Undoubtedly, our community will be faced with more residential development to help satisfy our affordable housing obligations in the future. As things continue to unfold we will be working to keep our residents informed of potential impacts on our community.

As mayor, I will serve on a work group comprised of township, Board of Education, and school administration representatives. Over the years, the township and the Board of Education have shared services and facilities, and continue to look for ways to increase efficiencies to better serve our residents, the most recent example of which is the replacement of a water main at Shongum School saving significant taxpayer dollars. We value our relationship with the school administration and the Board, and the quarterly meetings provide an opportunity for discussion as well as working to identify and resolve any issues that may arise.

I continue to be thankful and appreciative for the opportunity to serve my community and all of our residents. I look forward to working with my fellow colleagues, our Township Manager, and township staff in 2019, all of whom I admire and respect, and will continue to be guided in my decision making by what is in the best interest of Randolph Township.

Thank you, and again, have a safe, happy, and healthy New Year.”

I. SWEARING IN OF FIRE CHIEF AND DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF

FIRE CHIEF: Michael Vanadia
DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF: Anthony Moschella

Manager Mountain introduced Michael Vanadia and Anthony Moschella.

Manager Mountain noted the following about Chief Michael Vanadia:

• Michael was born and raised in Randolph Township.
• He started as a junior firefighter with the Randolph Fire Department, Ironia Company #4.
• During his 16 years in the fire service, Michael rose through the ranks, serving as Battalion Chief of station 4 from 2013-2016 and Department Deputy Chief for the past two years.
• Michael has served on various committees within the department, including the training committee, board of engineers, and several fire apparatus committees.
• He is also a certified fire instructor and works part-time at the Morris County Public Safety and Training Academy.
• Michael is a Penn State graduate with a degree in civil engineering. He works full-time as a project manager and director of operations at his family owned and operated residential construction company.
• Michael is married to Diana Vanadia who assists on the Ironia Ladies Auxiliary.

Diana Vanadia thanked her husband Michael for his dedication to the fire department; safety is his number one priority.

Michael Vanadia was sworn in as Chief of the Randolph Township Fire Department by his wife, Diana; his brother Mark held the bible.

Manager Mountain presented Anthony Moschella with a plaque to thank and acknowledge him for his two years as Fire Chief.

Manager Mountain noted the following about Deputy Fire Chief Anthony Moschella:

• Tony is also a lifelong resident of Randolph Township and has been an active member of the Randolph Fire Department—Millbrook Company #2 for over 25 years.
• He served as company officer for 8 years and company chief from 2003-2004.
• For the past two years Tony has served as Department Chief of the township fire department and the two years prior to that as Deputy Chief.
• Tony has been active with many company and department committees. He also has served as Company Chaplin for over 10 years and chair of the department’s board of engineers.
• Tony has been employed with the Jersey City Police Department for 20 plus years and is assigned to the specialized emergency services unit and bomb squad.
• Tony and his wife Carolyn have three children, Anthony, Madison and Dante. Anthony is a firefighter with Company 2 and is currently serving in the U.S. Army. Madison is a graduate of the University of West Virginia and is currently working in the home mortgage industry and Dante is a student at County College of Morris studying in the field of criminal justice.
• Thanked Tony for his service as Fire Chief.

Anthony Moschella was sworn in as Deputy Chief of the Randolph Township Fire Department by Diana Vanadia; Councilman Lou Nisivoccia held the bible.

Mayor Loveys recognized that State Assemblyman Anthony Bucco had arrived; he thanked him for attending.

Mayor Loveys recognized that Anne Standridge, and newly elected Robert Soni, from the Board of Education were in attendance.

J. CONSENT AGENDA

Councilwoman Potter made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda and Resolutions. Councilman Tkacs seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Forstenhausler
Councilman Nisivoccia (Abstain for R-16-19)
Councilwoman Potter
Councilman Tkacs
Councilwoman Veech
Deputy Mayor Carey
Mayor Loveys (Abstain for R-12-19)

NAYS: None

1. Council Appointments for 2019

Deputy Clerk (one year)—Donna M. Brady

Township Attorney (one year)—The Buzak Law Group—Edward J. Buzak

Emergency Management Coordinator (one year)—William Wagner

Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator (one year)—Richard Briant

Special Counsel for Labor and Negotiations (one year)—Trimboli and Prusinowski

Special Counsel for Tax Appeals (one year)—Dorsey and Semrau—Fred Semrau

Tax Appeal Appraisals (one year)—Appraisals Consultants—Jon Brody

Police General Legal, Hearings, and Police Contract Negotiations (one year)—Apruzzese, McDermott, Mastro & Murphy—Arthur Thibault, Jr.

Special Counsel for Negotiations and Preparation of Developer’s Agreements (one year)—Murphy, McKeon PC—Anthony Bucco, Jr.

Prosecutor (one year)—Horan and Aronowitz—John Horan

Conflict Public Defender (one year)—Law Office of James Pryor

Township Auditor (one year)—Nisivoccia LLP—William Schroeder

Bond Counsel (one year)—Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP

Municipal Historian (one year)—Gail Hari

Community Development Revenue Sharing Committee (CDRS):
Mayor’s Appointment (one year)—Richard Lindsay
Governing Body Appointment (one year)—Councilwoman Veech
Alternate Appointed by Mayor (one year)—Ralph Carchia

COMMITTEE/BOARD APPOINTMENTS

Planning Board:
Member (four years)—Helene Elbaum
Member (four years)—Myra Sesko
Official Member (one year)—John Herold
Mayor’s Delegate (one year)—Leonard Suchyta
Official Council Member (one year)—Councilman Lance Tkacs

Board of Adjustment:
Member (four years)—Lawrence O’Neill
Member (four years)—Robert Sesko
Member (four years)—Robert De Lorenzo (unexpired term of Roy Claps 12/31/21)
Alternate #1 (two years)—Debra Norman (unexpired term of Lawrence O’Neill 12/31/19)
Alternate #2 (two years)—Dave Bell (unexpired term of Robert DeLorenzo 12/31/19)

Board of Health:
Member (three years)—Dr. Gayle Pearson
Member (three years)—Norma Jacobs
Alternate #1 (two years)—Melissa Coward
Alternate #2 (two years)—Camille Battaglia (unexpired term of Melissa Coward 12/31/19)
Student Member (two years)—Sophie Joy Eisenberg

Parks Committee:
Member (three years)—Bernard Barrish
Member (three years)—Paul O’Malley
Member (three years)—Travis Ruffo

Advisory Environmental & Landmarks Committee:
Member (two years)—Larry Appel
Member (two years)—Kathleen Mygas
Member (three years)—Erin Schultz (unexpired term of Connie Stroh 12/31/19)
Alternate #1 (two years)—Elzbieta Ravin (unexpired term of Lou Nisivoccia 12/31/20)
Alternate #2 (one year)—Andrew Blair

Board of Assessments for Local Improvements:
Member (two years)—Myra Sesko

Economic Development Committee:
Member (three years)—Peter Kenny
Member (three years)—Erica Metz
Member (three years)—David Ehehalt (unexpired term of Lou Nisivoccia 12/31/19)
Alternate #1 (one year)—Rachita Chandak
Alternate #2 (one year)—Joseph Fisher

Recreation Advisory Committee:
Member (one year)—Julie De Lorenzo
Member (one year)—Christine Brembs
Member (one year)—Jason Huang
Member (one year)—Robert Barbiere
Member (three years)—Vic Viscomi
Member (three years)—Joseph Nazzaro
Member (three years)—Anne Standridge
Alternate #1 (one year)—Carolyn Sefcik

Library Board of Trustees:
Member (five years)—Laurie Anne Trezza
Member (five years)—Roy Squillario
Member (five years)—Denise Thornton
Member (five years)—Anita Calotta (unexpired term of Lou Nisivoccia 12/31/21)
Mayor’s Alternate (one year)—Councilman Lou Nisivoccia

Traffic Advisory Committee:
Member (two years)—James Maraska
Alternate (one year)—Deep Badlani

Municipal Alliance Committee:
Member (one year)—Ron Harmetz
Member (one year)—Audrey Verona
Member (one year)—Sydney Ugalde
Member (one year)—Elizabeth Ritter
Member (one year)—Barbara Anderson
Alternate (one year)—David Timpanaro

Wildlife Management Advisory Committee:
Member (two years)—Russ Nee
Member (two years)—Sue Grassmyer
Member (two years)—Greg Mohr

Trails Advisory Committee:
Member (three year)—Thomas Hand
Member (three year)—Richard Beckman
Alternate #1 (two years)—Peter Tootsov

RVRSA Kiaison
Member (five years)—Michael Guadagno (expires 12/31/22)

Council Liaisons
CDRS—Councilwoman Veech
Economic Development—Mayor Loveys
Education (BOE, CCM) (2)—Mayor Loveys, Deputy Mayor Carey
Advisory Environmental & Landmark—Councilwoman Potter
Health Advisory Board—Councilman Nisivoccia
Library—Councilman Nisivoccia
Media Communications Liaison—Mayor Loveys
Municipal Alliance—Councilman Forstenhausler
Parks—Councilwoman Veech
Planning Board—Councilman Tkacs
Public Safety (Fire, Rescue, Safety Comm.)—Councilman Forstenhausler
Recreation—Deputy Mayor Carey
Traffic—Councilwoman Potter
Wildlife—Councilman Forstenhausler
Trails—Councilwoman Veech

RESOLUTIONS

2. Rate of Interest of Delinquent Taxes and Delinquent Water and Sewer

R-01-19

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 54:4-67 has been amended to permit the charging of 8% of the first $1,500.00 of delinquent taxes and assessments, and 18% on any amount in excess of $1,500.00; and

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 54 also permits the charging of 8% interest on the first $1,500.00 of delinquent water and sewer charges and 18% interest on any amount in excess of $1,500.00; and

WHEREAS, the delinquent charges on finance agreements is 1 1/2 % per month in each installment in default for thirty (30) days.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, County of Morris, as follows:

1. The rate of interest to be charged for nonpayment of taxes, assessments, water and sewer charges, on or before the due date shall be 8% per annum for the first $1,500.00 and 18% on any amount in excess of $1,500.00.
2. No interest shall be charged if payment of any taxes and assessments is made within ten (10) calendar days of due date.
3. The rate of interest to be charged on delinquent finance agreements is 1 1/2 % per month in each installment in default for thirty (30) days.
4. This resolution shall take effect on January 3, 2019.

3. Bank Depositories

R-02-19

BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey, that the following list of banks be designated as depositories for Township funds for the year 2019:

JP Morgan Chase Bank
TD Bank, NA
New Jersey Cash Management Fund
The Provident Bank
Heritage Community Bank (First Bank)
Investors Savings Bank

4. Fees for Agendas

R-03-19

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., known as the “Open Public Meetings Act,” requires notices to be given of meetings of public bodies, as defined and prescribed in said statute, and further provides for the fixing of a reasonable charge to be paid by any person requesting such notices.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey, as follows:

1. The Randolph Reporter and the Morris County Daily Record, as the newspapers having the greatest likelihood of informing the public of meetings to be held by the Township Council of the Township of Randolph, are hereby designated as the newspapers to receive notices of all meetings of this Township Council for the calendar year 2019 as required by the “Open Public Meetings Act.”
2. The bulletin board located immediately adjacent to the Council Chambers in the Randolph Municipal Building shall be the place for posting of all notices of meetings of the Township Council during the 2019 calendar year.
3. The sum of twenty ($20) dollars is hereby fixed as the fee to be paid by any person requesting that notices of meetings of the Township Council of the Township of Randolph during the 2019 calendar year be mailed to such person; but, as provided in N.J.S.A. 40:4-19, no charge shall be made to any newspaper requesting the mailing of such notices to its business office.
4. Certified copies of this resolution shall be mailed by the Clerk of the Township to the Randolph Reporter and the Morris County Daily Record and a certified copy shall be filed with the Clerk of the Township.

5. Signatures on Checks

R-04-19

BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph that the signatures of the Township Manager and Township Treasurer shall be required on all checks drawn against Township accounts.

6. Official Newspapers

R-05-19

BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey, that the Randolph Reporter be designated as the Official Newspaper for the Township of Randolph for the year 2019 and the Morris County Daily Record is the “backup” Official Designated Newspaper and are hereby designated as the newspapers to receive legal notices for the Township of Randolph for the calendar year 2019.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that tapintorandolph.net be designated as the Official Electronic Newspaper for the Township of Randolph for the year 2019 and is hereby designated as the electronic newspaper to receive legal notices for the Township of Randolph for the calendar year 2019.

7. Certifying Agent to the Police and Firemen Retirement System and Public Employees’ Retirement System

R-06-19

BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey, that Pamela Vasta be appointed Certifying Officer and Darren Maloney be appointed as Supervisor for the Township’s Police and Firemen’s Retirement System and the Public Employees’ Retirement System for the year 2019.

8. Assessment Search Officer

R-07-19

BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey, that the Tax Collector be appointed Assessment Search Officer of the Township of Randolph for the year 2019.

9. Cash Management Plan

R-08-19

WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph adopted a Cash Management Plan on April 2, 1997; and

WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey periodically amends the statutory provisions governing cash management plans and permitted investments; and

WHEREAS, the Director of Finance has amended the Cash Management Plan of the Township of Randolph to incorporate these provisions.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council, Township of Randolph, County of Morris, State of New Jersey, that the Cash Management Plan as amended be approved.

10. Award of 2019 PSA Agreement to the Buzak Law Group for Township Attorney Services

R-09-19

WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires Township Attorney services for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, Elizabeth Crescibene, Purchasing Agent, has determined and certified in writing that the value of these services will exceed $17,500; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain The Buzak Law Group, LLC located at 150 River Rd, Ste N-4, Montville, NJ 07045 to provide the necessary Township Attorney services for a total amount not to exceed $312,000 ($26,000 per month) plus $170/hour for litigation and escrow appeals; and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with The Buzak Law Group, LLC is for a total amount not to exceed $312,000 plus $170/hour for litigation and escrow appeals and was not solicited through receipt of sealed bids or competitive contracting, therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) apply; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation, The Buzak Law Group, LLC has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification as required; and

WHEREAS, The Buzak Law Group, LLC has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from account #01-201-20-155-060 and #05-201-20-100-160; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains The Buzak Law Group, LLC having an office at 150 River Rd, Ste N-4, Montville, NJ 07045 to provide Township Attorney services for the 2019 calendar year.
2. The Buzak Law Group, LLC shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $312,000 plus $170/hour for litigation and escrow appeals.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2019 Budget, Legal Services O & E and Water, Sewer O & E (legal services) and various escrow accounts to award a contract to the Buzak Law Group for legal services (township attorney), per its proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 01-201-20-155-060- $215,934—Pending Adoption
05-201-20-100-060- $96,066—Pending Adoption
01-201-20-155-306- $3,500—Pending Adoption (for ad hoc litigation)
Various escrow accounts (for escrow appeals)

11. Award of 2019 PSA Agreement to Trimboli and Prusinowski for General Labor Counsel Services

R-10-19

WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires General Labor Counsel services for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain Trimboli & Prusinowski located at 268 South St, Morristown, NJ 07960 to provide the necessary General Labor Counsel services for a total amount not to exceed $10,000 ($150/hour for attorneys; $75/hour for paralegals); and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Trimboli & Prusinowski is for a total amount not to exceed $10,000 and therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) do not apply; and

WHEREAS, Trimboli & Prusinowski has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification should the dollar amount of their contract be amended during the 2019 calendar year and exceed $17,500 and the requirements of the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation would then apply; and

WHEREAS, Trimboli & Prusinowski has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from account #01-201-20-155-302; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains Trimboli & Prusinowski having an office at 268 South St, Morristown, NJ 07960 to provide General Labor Counsel services for the 2019 calendar year.
2. Trimboli & Prusinowski shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $10,000.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2019 Budget, Legal Services O & E to award a contract to Trimboli and Prusinowski for legal services (labor counsel), per its proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 01-201-20-155-302 - $10,000—Pending Adoption

12. Award of 2019 PSA Agreement to Appruzzese McDermott Mastro and Murphy for Police General Legal, Hearings and Police Contract Negotiation Services

R-11-19

WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires Police General Legal, Hearings and Police Contract Negotiations services for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, Elizabeth Crescibene, Purchasing Agent, has determined and certified in writing that the value of these services will exceed $17,500; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain Apruzzese McDermott Mastro & Murphy located at PO Box 112, 25 Independence Blvd #112, Liberty Corner, NJ 07938 to provide the necessary Police General Legal, Hearings and Police Contract Negotiations services for a total amount not to exceed $26,000 ($185/hour); and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Apruzzese McDermott Mastro & Murphy is for a total amount not to exceed $26,000 and was not solicited through receipt of sealed bids or competitive contracting, therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) apply; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation, Apruzzese McDermott Mastro & Murphy has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification as required; and

WHEREAS, Apruzzese McDermott Mastro & Murphy has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from account #01-201-25-240-305; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains Apruzzese McDermott Mastro & Murphy having an office at PO Box 112, 25 Independence Blvd #112, Liberty Corner, NJ 07938 to provide Police General Legal, Hearings and Police Contract Negotiations services for the 2019 calendar year.
2. Apruzzese McDermott Mastro & Murphy shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $26,000.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2019 Budget, Police O & E to award a contract to Appruzzese, McDermott, Mastro and Murphy for legal services, per its proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 01-201-25-240-305 - $26,000—Pending Adoption

13. Award of 2019 PSA Agreement to Dorsey and Semrau for Special Counsel for Tax Appeals Services

R-12-19

WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires Special Counsel for Tax Appeals for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, Elizabeth Crescibene, Purchasing Agent, has determined and certified in writing that the value of these services will exceed $17,500; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain Dorsey & Semrau located at 714 Main St, PO Box 228, Boonton, NJ 07005 as Special Counsel for Tax Appeals for a total amount not to exceed $21,500 ($1,791.67/month) plus a not to exceed amount of $6,000 ($600/day - 4+ hours) for trials; and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Dorsey & Semrau is for a total amount not to exceed $21,500 plus a not to exceed amount of $6,000 for trials and was not solicited through receipt of sealed bids or competitive contracting, therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) apply; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation, Dorsey & Semrau has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification as required; and

WHEREAS, Dorsey & Semrau has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from account #01-201-20-155-304; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains Dorsey & Semrau having an office at 714 Main St, PO Box 228, Boonton, NJ 07005 as Special Counsel for Tax Appeals for the 2019 calendar year.
2. Dorsey & Semrau shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $21,500 plus a not to exceed amount of $6,000 for trials.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2019 Budget, Legal Services O & E to award a contract to Dorsey and Semrau, for special counsel services (tax appeals), per its proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 01-201-20-155-304 - $27,500—Pending Adoption

14. Award of 2019 PSA Agreement to Murphy, McKeon PC for Special Counsel for Negotiations and Preparation of Development Agreements

R-13-19

WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires Special Counsel for Negotiations and Preparation of Development Agreements for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain Murphy, McKeon PC located at 51 Route 23 South, PO Box 70, Riverdale, NJ 07457 as Special Counsel for Negotiations and Preparation of Development Agreements for a total amount not to exceed $15,000 ($145/hour); and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Murphy, McKeon PC is for a total amount not to exceed $15,000 and therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) do not apply; and

WHEREAS, Murphy, McKeon PC has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification should the dollar amount of their contract be amended during the 2019 calendar year and exceed $17,500 and the requirements of the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation would then apply; and

WHEREAS, Murphy, McKeon PC has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from various developer escrow accounts; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains Murphy, McKeon PC having an office at 51 Route 23 South, PO Box 70, Riverdale, NJ 07457 as Special Counsel for Negotiations and Preparation of Development Agreements for the 2019 calendar year.
2. Murphy, McKeon PC shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $15,000.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in various Developer Escrow accounts to award a contract to Murphy, McKeon, PC for special counsel services, per its proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: Various Developer Escrow Accounts - $15,000

15. Award of 2019 PSA Agreement to Horan and Aronowitz for Municipal Prosecutor Services

R-14-19

WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires Municipal Prosecutor services for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, Elizabeth Crescibene, Purchasing Agent, has determined and certified in writing that the value of these services will exceed $17,500; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain Horan & Aronowitz located at 520 Speedwell Ave, Ste. 210, Morris Plains, NJ 07950 to provide the necessary Municipal Prosecutor services for a total amount not to exceed $27,000 ($2,250/month) and Special Session Services for a not to exceed amount of $4,000 annually at $500 each up to four hours plus $135/hour in excess of 4 hours; and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Horan & Aronowitz is for a total amount not to exceed $27,000 and Special Session Services for a not to exceed amount of $4,000 annually and was not solicited through receipt of sealed bids or competitive contracting, therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) apply; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation, Horan & Aronowitz has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification as required; and

WHEREAS, Horan & Aronowitz has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from account #01-201-25-275-300 and #01-201-25-275-301; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

WHEREAS, in the event John Horan is unable to attend a court session due to illness, an Order of the Superior Court to appear for trial on a Superior Court matter, vacation or any other reason, any other municipal prosecutor appointed by any other municipality within Morris County is authorized to serve in his stead as an alternate prosecutor.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains Horan & Aronowitz having an office at 520 Speedwell Ave, Ste. 210, Morris Plains, NJ 07950 to provide Municipal Prosecutor services for the 2019 calendar year.
2. Horan & Aronowitz shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $27,000 and Special Session Services for a not to exceed amount of $4,000 annually.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2019 Budget, Municipal Prosecutor O & E, to award a contract to Horan and Aronowitz for prosecutor services, per its proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 01-201-25-275-300 - $27,000—Pending Adoption
01-201-25-275-301 -$4,000—Pending Adoption

16. Award of 2019 PSA Agreement to the Law Offices of James Pryor for Conflict Public Defender Services

R-15-19

WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires Conflict Public Defender services for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain The Law Offices of James Pryor located at 1250 Sussex Tpk, PO Box 623, Randolph, NJ 07970 to provide the necessary Conflict Public Defender services for a total amount not to exceed $4,000 ($300 flat rate/case); and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with The Law Offices of James Pryor is for a total amount not to exceed $4,000 and therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) do not apply; and

WHEREAS, The Law Offices of James Pryor has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification should the dollar amount of their contract be amended during the 2019 calendar year and exceed $17,500 and the requirements of the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation would then apply; and

WHEREAS, The Law Offices of James Pryor has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from account #10-130-05-000-000; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains The Law Offices of James Pryor having an office at 1250 Sussex Tpk, PO Box 623, Randolph, NJ 07970 to provide Conflict Public Defender services for the 2019 calendar year.
2. The Law Offices of James Pryor shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $4,000.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2018 Public Defender Reserve, to award a contract to James Pryor for conflict public defender services, according to his proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 10-130-05-000-000 - $4,000

17. Award of 2019 PSA Agreement to Nisivoccia LLP for Township Auditor Services

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires Township Auditor services for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, Elizabeth Crescibene, Purchasing Agent, has determined and certified in writing that the value of these services will exceed $17,500; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain Nisivoccia LLP located at 200 Valley Rd, Ste 300, Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 to provide the necessary Township Auditor services for a total amount not to exceed $47,595; and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Nisivoccia LLP is for a total amount not to exceed $47,595 and was not solicited through receipt of sealed bids or competitive contracting, therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) apply; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation, Nisivoccia LLP has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification as required; and

WHEREAS, Nisivoccia LLP has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from account #01-201-20-135-300 and #05-201-20-135-300; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains Nisivoccia LLP having an office at 200 Valley Rd, Ste 300, Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 to provide Township Auditor services for the 2019 calendar year.
2. Nisivoccia LLP shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $47,595.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2019 Budget, Audit Services O & E, and the 2019 Water Department, Audit Services O & E, to award a contract to Nisivoccia,, LLC for audit services, per its proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 01-201-20-135-300 $33,316—Pending Adoption
05-201-20-135-300 $14,279—Pending Adoption

18. Award of 2019 PSA Agreement to Appraisal Consultants Corp. for Tax Appeals Appraiser Services

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires Tax Appeals Appraiser services for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, Elizabeth Crescibene, Purchasing Agent, has determined and certified in writing that the value of these services will exceed $17,500; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain Appraisal Consultants Corp. located at 293 Eisenhower Pkwy, Ste 180, Livingston, NJ 07039 to provide the necessary Tax Appeals Appraiser services for a total amount not to exceed $30,000 (Principal Appraiser: $160/hour, Market Analysts: $100/hour; Staff: $75/hour); and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Appraisal Consultants Corp. is for a total amount not to exceed $30,000 and was not solicited through receipt of sealed bids or competitive contracting, therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) apply; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation, Appraisal Consultants Corp. has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification as required; and

WHEREAS, Appraisal Consultants Corp. has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from account #01-201-20-150-301; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains Appraisal Consultants Corp. having an office at 293 Eisenhower Pkwy, Ste 180, Livingston, NJ 07039 to provide Tax Appeals Appraiser services for the 2019 calendar year.
2. Appraisal Consultants Corp. shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $30,000.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2019 Budget Township Assessor O & E to award a contract to Appraisal Consultant Corporation for appraiser services, per its proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 01-201-20-150-301 - $15,000—Pending Adoption

19. Award of 2019 PSA Agreement to Ferriero Engineering for Township Engineering Services

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires Township Engineering services for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, Elizabeth Crescibene, Purchasing Agent, has determined and certified in writing that the value of these services will exceed $17,500; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain Ferriero Engineering located at PO Box 571, 180 Main St, Chester, NJ 07930 to provide the necessary Township Engineering services for a total amount not to exceed $100,000 (Hourly rates: Principal Eng’r $140; Professional Engineer $126; Senior Engineering Staff $104; Junior Engineering Staff $80.50, plus others as detailed in the attached proposal); and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Ferriero Engineering is for a total amount not to exceed $100,000 and was not solicited through receipt of sealed bids or competitive contracting, therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) apply; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation, Ferriero Engineering has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification as required; and

WHEREAS, Ferriero Engineering has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from account #01-201-20-165-070 and #05-201-20-100-070; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains Ferriero Engineering having an office at PO Box 571, 180 Main St, Chester, NJ 07930 to provide Township Engineering services for the 2019 calendar year.
2. Ferriero Engineering shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $100,000.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2019 Budget, Engineering O & E and Water and Sewer O & E (engineering services) to award a contract to the Ferriero Engineering for engineering services, per its proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 01-201-20-165-070- $26,000—Pending Adoption
05-201-20-100-070- $74,000—Pending Adoption

20. Award of 2019 PSA Agreement to Garden State Laboratories for Testing of Samples Collected for the Health Department

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires testing of samples collected for the Health Department for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain Garden State Laboratories located at 410 Hillside Ave, Hillside, NJ 07205 to provide the necessary testing of samples collected for the Health Department for a total amount not to exceed $9,240 ($770/month); and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Garden State Laboratories is for a total amount not to exceed $9,240 and therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) do not apply; and

WHEREAS, Garden State Laboratories has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification should the dollar amount of their contract be amended during the 2019 calendar year and exceed $17,500 and the requirements of the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation would then apply; and

WHEREAS, Garden State Laboratories has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from account #01-201-27-330-300; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains Garden State Laboratories having an office at 410 Hillside Ave, Hillside, NJ 07205 to provide testing of samples collected for the Health Department for the 2019 calendar year.
2. Garden State Laboratories shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $9,240.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2019 Budget, Health Department O & E to award a contract to Garden State Laboratories for testing services, per its proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 01-201-27-330-300 - $9,240—Pending Adoption

21. Endorsing a Waiver EPA Grant Restrictions Related to Sewer Servicing Lots with Wetlands with Respect to the CCM Technology Building Project , 214 Center Grove Road, Block 81, Lots 1 and 6

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WHEREAS, the County College of Morris proposes a sanitary sewer connection at the project known and designated as the Technology Building , Block 81, Lots, 1 & 6, on the official tax map on the official tax map of the Township of Randolph, to the Randolph Township Sewer System for ultimate discharge to the Rockaway Valley Sewerage Authority (“RVRSA”) System and;

WHEREAS, a portion of the property to be connected to the System contains wetlands as defined and delineated by the United States Fish & Wildlife Service; and

WHEREAS, one of the conditions imposed by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) upon the grant for the construction of the RVRSA facilities prohibits the connection of any sewerage generating structure located within any parcel of land containing a wetland area to the System for a period of 50 years after November 29, 1983; and

WHEREAS, said grant conditions provide for exceptions to the prohibition if approved, in writing, by the Regional Administrator of EPA; and

WHEREAS, the procedures for mapping revisions and waiver requests established by EPA, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (“DEP”) and the RVRSA require that Randolph Township endorse the submission of such waiver request or mapping revision; and

WHEREAS, those procedures provide that projects which do not adversely impact wetlands may be approved by way of a mapping revision or waiver request; and

WHEREAS, the County College of Morris, has submitted to the Township a request for a Wetlands Waiver Permit for sewer gallonage and indicated that no sewerage generating structures are to be located within the wetlands; and

WHEREAS, the Township Engineer finds that the project, as proposed by the County College of Morris, will not involve the construction of sewerage generating structures within a delineated wetland and is designed so as to minimize any adverse impacts on such delineated wetlands; and

NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the request by the County College of Morris, for the Technology Building be submitted to the RVRSA for a waiver of the EPA grant condition, related to servicing the property with wetlands for Block 81, Lots 1 and 6, on the Tax Maps of the Township of Randolph, is hereby endorsed.

22. Award of 2019 PSA Agreement to Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP for Bond Counsel Services

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires Bond Counsel services for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP located at One Gateway Center, Newark, NJ 07102 to provide the necessary Bond Counsel services for a total amount not to exceed $5,000 (Partner/Counsel: $225 per hour, Associate: $125 per hour, Paralegal: $85 per hour); and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP is for a total amount not to exceed $5,000 and therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) do not apply; and

WHEREAS, Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification should the dollar amount of their contract be amended during the 2019 calendar year and exceed $17,500 and the requirements of the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation would then apply; and

WHEREAS, Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from various capital accounts; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP having an office at One Gateway Center, Newark, NJ 07102 to provide Bond Counsel services for the 2019 calendar year.
2. Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $5,000.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the General Capital Fund, Water Capital Fund and Sewer Capital Fund to award a contract to Hawkins, Delafield and Wood for bond counsel services, per its proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: Various Capital Accounts

23. Award of 2019 PSA to Vanguard Medical Group for Corporate Health Services (Pre-Employment, Pre-Volunteer Exams and Drug Testing)

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WHEREAS, the Township of Randolph (“Township”) requires Corporate Health Services (pre-employment, pre-volunteer exams and drug testing) for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the Township has agreed to retain Vanguard Medical Group located at 477 Route 10 East, Ste 205, Randolph, NJ 07869 to provide the necessary Corporate Health Services (pre-employment, pre-volunteer exams and drug testing) for a total amount not to exceed $12,000; and

WHEREAS, the fees are as noted in the attached proposal and will remain as stated for the term of this contract; and

WHEREAS, the term of this contract is for the 2019 calendar year; and

WHEREAS, the contract with Vanguard Medical Group is for a total amount not to exceed $12,000 and therefore the requirements of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 (Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation) do not apply; and

WHEREAS, Vanguard Medical Group has submitted to the Township the Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Stockholder Disclosure Certification and Business Entity Disclosure Certification should the dollar amount of their contract be amended during the 2019 calendar year and exceed $17,500 and the requirements of the Anti Pay-to-Play Legislation would then apply; and

WHEREAS, Vanguard Medical Group has also submitted to the Township a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, as required; and

WHEREAS, there are funds available for the retention of such professional services from account #01-201-20-130-301; and

WHEREAS, said professional services may be retained without competitive bidding pursuant to the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.

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

1. The Township hereby hires, employs and retains Vanguard Medical Group having an office at 477 Route 10 East, Ste 205, Randolph, NJ 07869 to provide Corporate Health Services (pre-employment, pre-volunteer exams and drug testing) for the 2019 calendar year.
2. Vanguard Medical Group shall be compensated for a total contract amount not to exceed $12,000.
3. The contract with said firm is for professional services and exempt from the bidding requirements under the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.
4. The award is also subject to compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq.
5. The Mayor and Township Clerk, together with all appropriate officers, employees, professionals and staff of the Township, are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
6. It is hereby directed that Notice of Award of this Contract shall be published once in the official designated newspaper of the Township within ten (10) days of the date hereof.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

Dated: January 3, 2019

As required by N.J.S.A. 40A:4-57, N.J.A.C. 5:30-14.5, and any other applicable requirement, I, Darren Maloney, Director of Finance for the Township of Randolph, have ascertained that funds will be available in the 2019 Budget Finance Department O & E to award a contract to Vanguard Medical Group for pre-employment and pre-volunteer exams as well as drug testing services, per its proposal submitted to the Township.

Darren Maloney
Chief Financial Officer
Budget Accounts: 01-201-20-130-301 - $12,000—Pending Adoption

K. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Seeing no one from the public, the public portion was closed.

L. ADJOURNMENT

Councilwoman Veech made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 p.m. Deputy Mayor Carey seconded the motion, and the following roll call vote was taken:

AYES:
Councilman Forstenhausler
Councilman Nisivoccia
Councilwoman Potter
Councilman Tkacs
Councilwoman Veech
Deputy Mayor Carey
Mayor Loveys

NAYS: None